Surgical Strikes

Swaroop Sampat Rawal expressed her admiration for director Aditya Dhar, calling him the "coolest person to work with." She recalled how discussions about 'Uri: The Surgical Strike' were constant in her household before she joined the film. Rawal also revealed her desire to work with her entire family in a future film, ideally directed by Dhar.

Katrina Kaif candidly shared that Vicky Kaushal wasn't initially on her romantic radar, admitting she barely knew him before they met at a Zoya Akhtar gathering. She described their unexpected romance as destiny, filled with coincidences. As Vicky celebrates his 38th birthday, fans are celebrating his successful career and their beloved relationship.

A throwback picture shared by veteran actress Shabana Azmi on Tuesday night featuring Vicky Kaushal saw the latter blushing as the actress seemed to have struck a candid conversation.

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi's viral success in 'Dhurandhar' stems from a pivotal decision to accept a role in Aditya Dhar's 'URI: The Surgical Strike'. Initially hesitant due to a small role, his daughter's insistence led him to accept, a choice that has now significantly boosted his career and popularity.

Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled major BJP promises for West Bengal, including implementing Uniform Civil Code, banning triple talaq, and ending polygamy. He also pledged financial aid for women and unemployed youth, and a crackdown on cattle smuggling. Shah highlighted national security achievements and vowed to expel illegal infiltrators if the BJP wins.

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi is reaping the rewards of the blockbuster success of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar The Revenge (2026), starring Ranveer Singh. Known for his impeccable comic timing and vast body of work, the actor has witnessed a fresh surge in popularity with the franchise. It has now emerged that the makers went a step further to reward him for his standout performance.

One year after the Pahalgam terror attack, actress Rupali Ganguly and Isha Koppikar have remembered the innocent lives lost. Ganguly stated that anger persists for the victims. She also previously criticized those silent during Operation Sindoor. India will not forget the attack. The nation stands with its army.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' surprised with a Rs 2 crore collection on its fifth Tuesday, bouncing back after a slow start to the week. Despite a sharp decline post its opening, the film's fifth-week gross has reached an estimated Rs 19.28 crore, contributing to a massive Rs 1,761.76 crore worldwide haul.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge' is defying expectations, crossing Rs 1,750 crore worldwide. Despite a slow start to its fifth week and competition from 'Bhoot Bangla', the film saw a significant surge on its fifth Saturday. Its India net collection has now surpassed Rs 1,110 crore, making it a major box office success.

Kirti Kulhari penned a heartfelt birthday wish for boyfriend Rajeev Siddhartha, sharing a romantic photo and a sweet note on social media. Calling him deserving of “the world,” she expressed love and admiration for his growth. The couple reportedly fell in love on the sets of Four More Shots Please. Kirti, known for films like Pink and Uri, was last seen in Badass Ravi Kumar.

At 70, veteran action director Sham Kaushal is defying age with his impressive fitness routine, inspiring countless fans. Recently, he posted a video of himself tackling bench presses, a testament to his unwavering commitment to health and strength. With his sons Vicky and Sunny carrying on his cinematic legacy, Sham's influence in Bollywood continues to thrive. Read on to know more in detail.

Amid chatter around her absence from the screening of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, Deepika Padukone has finally addressed speculation surrounding her “silence” on husband Ranveer Singh’s latest blockbuster. The sequel, which hit theatres on March 19, has been receiving praise from both audiences and industry insiders, with Ranveer’s performance drawing particular acclaim. However, fans had been questioning why Deepika hadn’t publicly reacted to the film’s success or attended its Mumbai screening.

Veteran actor Paresh Rawal expressed his immense admiration for 'Dhurandhar 2', calling it a deeply layered and enjoyable film. He was particularly impressed by R. Madhavan's portrayal of Ajay Sanyal, inspired by Ajit Doval, and even humorously expressed interest in a role himself.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh firmly addressed the situation with Pakistan, asserting that any further provocations would prompt a reaction that would be both 'unprecedented and decisive.' He shared that Operation Sindoor brought India mere moments away from a significant sea strike, effectively incapacitating Pakistan's terror apparatus in a swift 22 minutes after the attack in Pahalgam.

Paresh Rawal hilariously replied to a comparison between his Uri role and R. Madhavan’s in Dhurandhar, joking, “Didn't smoke but broke the phones.” Fans loved it. Meanwhile, Madhavan and Ranveer faced backlash over alleged smoking scenes in Dhurandhar 2, which director Aditya Dhar clarified involved AI-generated images respecting the Sikh community.

Pankaj Saran, the former Deputy National Security Advisor of India, has heaped praise on Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar: The Revenge, calling it a new benchmark for Indian cinema. The film, directed by Aditya Dhar, released in theatres worldwide on March 19. He also compared the film to Hollywood war movies and praised the director’s use of artistic liberty.

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri lauded Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' for its technical brilliance, particularly cinematography and production design. While praising director Aditya Dhar, Agnihotri offered a cautionary note about navigating the industry's 'ecosystem'.

Excitement is palpable as fans speculate about an 'Aditya Dhar Cinematic Universe', sparked by the reappearance of Rakesh Bedi’s character, Jameel Jamali, in both 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' and 'Uri: The Surgical Strike'. Online detectives have uncovered connections in character names and plot hints, hinting at an intricate storyline brewing. This revelation has skyrocketed anticipation for the upcoming sequel!

In a recent rally, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spotlighted the issue of infiltration in Assam, calling on residents to vote for the BJP to secure a second term. He committed to identifying and removing infiltrators while promising to restore jobs, land, and resources to the indigenous community.

At a private screening for 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge,' directed by her husband Aditya Dhar, actress Yami Gautam was caught on camera displaying her authentic reactions. The footage, shared by her sister Surilie, shows Yami playfully hiding her face during her cameo, much to the delight of fellow attendees.

Aditya Dhar's path to directing success was challenging. Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan shares insights into Dhar's early struggles and his dedication. Dhar worked as an assistant director for Priyadarshan for three years. He faced setbacks before his breakthrough films. Dhar's upcoming movie Dhurandhar: The Revenge is set for release. Priyadarshan congratulated Dhar on his achievements.

Vicky Kaushal expressed delight over the immense success of director Aditya Dhar's spy saga, "Dhurandhar," and its sequel. While he loved the first installment, Kaushal is eager to catch the second part, which has achieved remarkable box office success. The films, starring Ranveer Singh, delve into espionage and the underworld, captivating audiences nationwide.

Danish Pandor, who plays Uzair Baloch in 'Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge,' has revealed that Yami Gautam's cameo in the film came as a complete surprise, not just to audiences, but to the cast as well. In a recent interview, the actor shared that he had no idea about Yami's appearance in the film. In the film, Yami plays Shazia Bano, a nurse who has a brief but pivotal scene with Ranveer Singh's Hamza. Danish praised her screen presence, saying she lights up every frame she appears in. He also expressed admiration for director Aditya Dhar, calling him one of his biggest inspirations.

The BJP on Friday took a dig at the Congress party's claim of carrying out six Surgical Strikes, citing inconsistencies in the number of strikes quoted by various Congress leaders in the last few years. In a tweet, the BJP said that the Congress itself is not sure of the number of Surgical Strikes, it claims to have carried out during the UPA rule.

A UGC circular to higher educational institutes to observe the ‘Surgical Strike Day’ on September 29 stoked a political row on Friday with the opposition accusing BJP of politicising the issue and the government saying that it’s all about “patriotism and not politics”.

The government released a fresh video clip of the 2016 surgical strike on terror launch pads in PoK, two days ahead of the military action's second anniversary. The clip, which was made using overhead footage from unmanned aerial vehicles or UAVs and thermal imaging, shows a terror launchpad being destroyed.