Public prosecutor reveals reason behind Raj Kundra got arrested; claims 51 pornographic films were confiscated from Hotshots and Bolly Fame apps

Businessman Raj Kundra got arrested by Mumbai police due to his involvement in a porn racket. His lawyers however claimed his films to be erotica rather than porn and thus termed his arrest as illegal. Public prosecutor Aruna Pai revealed that the British businessman started wiping out WhatsApp groups and chats and therefore claimed these actions as destroying the evidence before the Bombay High Court. Meanwhile, his IT expert and companion Ryan Thorpe also got arrested for erasing the evidence.

Public prosecutor Aruna Pai also informed that the Mumbai crime branch confiscated 51 pornographic films allegedly from Hotshots and Bolly Fame apps. She also revealed that an email exchange between Raj Kundra and his London-based brother-in-law Pardeep Bakshi was also found on his Hotshot app.

On the other hand, Gehana Vaisith who was given bail in Raj Kundra's pornography case claimed that Mumbai police asked for a bribe of Rs 15 lakh to refrain from arresting her in this case. Apart from this, the police officials are also scrutinizing the involvement of Yash Thakur cum Arvind Shrivastava as it is alleged that he also played a crucial part in the production of adult films. But Yash Thakur has denied his link with Raj Kundra or knowing him personally.

Also Read: The Raj Kundra scandal affects Shilpa Shetty’s Hungama 2 viewership on Disney+ Hotstar; Nikamma postponed for now

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Producer Koneru Satyanarayana confirms Akshay Kumar approached them for Rakshasudu Hindi remake rights; Ramesh Varma to direct

Over a month ago, reports stated that Akshay Kumar will reportedly star in the Hindi remake of Rakshasudu. While the news isn't confirmed yet about him leading the project, producer Koneru Satyanarayana has revealed that the actor indeed approached them for the film's rights for the Hindi remake.

Koneru Satyanarayana was supposed to remake Rakshasudu in Bollywood but COVID-19 played a spoilsport. "Akshay Kumar has approached us to give the rights to Pooja Films and we readily gave away the rights as we felt he would be perfect for the role. Since we could not do the film, we gave the rights to Pooja Films. Ramesh Varma will be making his Bollywood debut with the movie," he said a statement.

Rakshasudu, starring Bellamkonda Sreenivas, is a story about Arun, a newly appointed police sub-inspector, who goes after a notorious serial killer who targets teenage girls. However, his mission soon comes at a terrible price.

Akshay Kumar is now gearing up for the release of Bellbottom which is bankrolled by Pooja Entertainment. The film releases on August 19. Apart from this, he has Sooryavanshi, Atrangi Re, Bachchan Pandey, Raksha Bandhan among others.

ALSO READ: Akshay Kumar starrer Bellbottom to release in 3D in theatres 

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Akshay Kumar starrer Bellbottom to release in 3D in theatres

Actor Akshay Kumar is kicking off the month of August with the promotions of his next film, Bellbottom. Arriving in theatres on August 19, the film is one of the anticipated projects to release in cinemas post the lockdown this year. Now, adding to the excitement, the film will arrive in theatres in 3D as well.

While the fans are still rejoicing with the return of their favorite superstar Akshay Kumar's film Bellbottom back to the theatres, another novel announcement from the makers will now offer an additional dimension of excitement. Pooja Entertainment's espionage thriller will be releasing in 2D as well as 3D formats.

The sneak peek into the film, the teasers, the foot-tapping music and the star cast have already made a huge impression on fans and now this announcement will make them even more impatient to catch the film in the theatres.

Headlined by Akshay Kumar, the film also stars Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta, and Huma Qureshi and is directed by Ranjit M Tewari. Pooja Entertainment presents in association with Emmay Entertainment Bellbottom Produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani and Nikkhil Advani. 'Bellbottom' written by Aseem Arrora & Parveez Shaikh is set to release on 19th August, 2021.

ALSO READ: Bellbottom vs Fast & Furious 9 CLASH leads to anxiety among trade and exhibitors; want one of the films to move

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Shilpa Shetty starrer Hungama 2 to release in UAE theatres on August 5

Even as Shilpa Shetty continues to grab headlines as her husband Raj Kundra is in judicial custody in a pornography racket case, the actress is also making news for her film Hungama 2. The actress was promoting her film when Raj Kundra was arrested. While she has halted all of her work, her film is set to release in theatres in UAE.

Shetty Kundra, who returned to the big screen after a 14-year hiatus with Hungama 2 last month, will now see her film release in theatres on August 5. The movie, which premiered on Disney+ Hotstar in India, also stars Paresh Rawal and Meezan Jaffery in the lead along with Pranitha Subhash.

Meanwhile, Shilpa Shetty has halted her stint on Super Dancer - Chapter 4 as well.

ALSO READ: “We’ve made a national sport out of blaming women for the mistakes of the men in their lives”, says Richa Chadha in support of Shilpa Shetty Kundra

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After Hungama 2, Meezaan Jaffrey to lead Priyadarshan's next thriller

Hungama 2 released and it turned out to be a damp squib. In fact, the audience completely dismissed the comedy. But nevertheless, it has not affected the lead star Meezaan Jaffrey. Instead, he has signed another film with Priyadarshan.

A source informed Bollywood Hungama, "Meezaan has been signed on as one of the leads in Priyan's next movie which is a taut thriller. Unlike Hungama 2, this won't have comedy but an underlying suspense. There were recent reports that he is beginning the film in August and this is the project that was being talked about. Meezaan had signed the film, while he was wrapping up Hungama 2."

Apart from Meezaan, the film will star another male star as well. "The complete casting is not yet locked. It's a cop thriller and a murder mystery. And many might think this is the same film that Akshay Kumar is doing with Priyadarshan but that's not true. His film with Akki will roll after he wraps this film and it's anyway a quick film."

Also Read: Shilpa Shetty – Meezaan Jaffrey in Hungama 2, the Mrs Robinson syndrome in Bollywood

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Yami Gautam opens up about her spontaneous wedding with Uri director Aditya Dhar

Actress Yami Gautam gave a sweet surprise to her fans by getting married to Uri: The Surgical Strike fame director Aditya Dhar. Their wedding was sudden with only close friends and family members involved in the ceremony. The Bala actress recently opened up about her spontaneous wedding that was an unplanned event yet the most amazing experience of her lifetime. But the actress is happy that though it was spontaneous that is what the duo desired and decided to go ahead anyway. Their love story blossomed during the promotions of Uri and slowly they fell in love with each other.

Yami said that the couple had only thought about getting engaged and tying the knot later. It was Yami's grandmother who reminded her that engagement is not a fraction of their customs and traditions and insisted the duo tie the knot instead. Aditya and Yami agreed on this point and got married in an intimate ceremony in her hometown Himachal Pradesh. The actress admitted that she is not yet able to soak in the notion of being a married woman.

Yami will next be seen in Bhoot Police opposite Saif Ali Khan, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Arjun Kapoor. A Thursday directed by Behzad Khambata along with Neha Dhupia, Maya Sarao, Atul Kulkarni, and Dimple Kapadia. Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury's LOST alongside Pankaj Kapur, Rahul Khanna, Neil Bhoopalam, Pia Bajpiee, and Tushar Pandey. Meanwhile, Aditya Dhar has joined with his Uri hero Vicky Kaushal for a superhero film titled, The Immortal Ashwatthama with Sara Ali Khan as the female lead.

Also Read: Yami Gautam opens up about her love story with Aditya Dhar; says it started during the promotions for Uri: The Surgical Strike

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Here's how Jacob Smith who played Raj in Kriti Sanon-starrer Mimi was cast in the film

The 4-year-old Jacob Smith who played Kriti Sanon (Mimi)'s son Raj is a Scottish who migrated to Goa with his parents in an attempt to travel the world. The makers of Mimi had been searching for the right face to fit the character. When they saw Jacob they found their Raj in him and selected him for the role. Jacob relocated to the city of dreams, Mumbai and where he was given acting lessons and then only taken to Rajasthan for shooting. Jacob was in the nursery when he was finalized for the role but now he is 5 years old.

Jacob's parents were a little apprehensive about letting him enter the showbiz industry. But the makers of Mimi took utmost care of little Jacob and his traveling timetable. He is Scottish but had to play an American origin boy born and brought up in Rajasthan so his dialect couldn't be used and that is why his lines were dubbed to fit the north-east Hindi dialect.

Mimi was initially going to release on 31st July but was preponed to 26th July as the movie leaked online. Actress Kriti Sanon celebrated her 31st birthday along with the release of her comedy-drama Mimi. The movie is directed by Laxman Utekar produced by Dinesh Vijan and Jio Studios. It stars Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi, Sai Tamhankar, Manoj Pahwa, Supriya Pathak, Evelyn Edwards and Aidan Whytock and Jacob Smith in pivotal roles.

Also Read: Kriti Sanon dedicates a beautiful poem to her film: To Mimi, with love

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