The makers of Bandar have officially announced the film’s release date. Headlined by Bobby Deol, the film is set to hit theatres worldwide on May 22, 2026. Directed by Anurag Kashyap and written by Sudip Sharma along with Abhishek Banerjee, the project has already generated curiosity among cinema lovers.

Backed by producer Nikhil Dwivedi and Zee Studios, Bandar brings Kashyap and Sharma together once again. The duo has earlier collaborated on projects known for their gripping crime narratives and sharp socio-political storytelling, which only adds to the anticipation around this film.

The announcement came with a brand new poster, as the team shared the release date with the caption, “See you at the movies on 22nd May 2026.” The film had its premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival in 2025, where it was showcased under the Special Presentation category, marking its first big international outing ahead of its theatrical run.

Alongside Bobby Deol, the ensemble cast features Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Indrajith Sukumaran, Riddhi Sen and Nagesh Bhosle in key roles. While the makers are keeping the storyline under wraps for now, they have confirmed that Bandar will arrive in cinemas across the globe on May 22, 2026.

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Fans of KGF star Yash had been counting down to the trailer drop of his much anticipated action thriller Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups ever since the teaser created a stir online. On Friday morning, the makers finally unveiled the official trailer, putting an end to the anticipation. Arriving a month before its big screen debut, the promo has already sparked massive excitement. Loaded with high octane action, intense drama and gripping sequences, the trailer hints at a power packed cinematic ride. With an Eid release lined up, expectations are now sky high.

Set against the backdrop of post colonial Goa, the story centres on the bold and relentless Raya as he rises to build his own criminal empire. The narrative explores the dark and brutal corridors of an underworld syndicate, promising a raw and hard hitting tale.

The film, described as a “savage action-thriller saga,” features an ensemble cast including Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria and Rukmini Vasanth. With such a strong lineup, the drama is expected to unfold on an epic scale.

Directed by Geetu Mohandas, who is known for acclaimed films like Liar’s Dice and Moothon, Toxic is slated to hit theatres on March 19, 2026. The film will face a major box office showdown as it clashes with Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge, setting the stage for one of the biggest cinematic battles of the year.

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Veteran actress Himani Shivpuri recently took a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the time she spent with two of her co-stars: Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. In an interview with Red FM Podcasts, she opened up about the days when the two stars were dating and shared a surprising anecdote involving a heated moment on set. Himani Shivpuri, who has shared screen space with Aishwarya in several films including Aa Ab Laut Chalein, Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai, and Umrao Jaan, spoke highly of her personality. Recalling their early days, Himani mentioned that Aishwarya was not very established back then. She mentioned how they became close while working together in Hyderabad for Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai. “We were very close then, used to roam in vans,” the actress recalled, adding that they spent a lot of time talking because Aishwarya was very nice and very well read.

It was during this period that Salman and Aishwarya’s relationship was reportedly at its peak. Himani shared that Salman would visit the sets every night and leave in the morning. However, she also remembered a specific instance when things weren’t as smooth.

Recalling a day at Film City when Aishwarya was shooting with Abhishek Bachchan for a Rohan Sippy film, Himani described a pissed Salman venting his frustrations to her. According to her, Salman was visibly upset and said to her, “Kya hai? Isko samjhao. Waheeda Rehman ko dekhe. Apne aap ko bohot khubsurat samajhti hai” (You make her understand. She thinks she is pretty. Ask her to look at Waheeda Rehman).

Himani revealed that she played the role of a peacemaker in that moment, telling Salman to calm down and stay quiet. Despite the occasional friction, Himani said that Aishwarya remained a grounded person throughout their interactions. She shared, “More than a beauty, I think she is a very nice person.”

Salman and Aishwarya reportedly began dating in 1999 after meeting on the sets of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, eventually parting ways in 2002. While their professional and personal paths have remained separate for years, these behind-the-scenes memories from co-stars like Himani Shivpuri continue to offer a glimpse into that era of Bollywood.

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