Bollywood Newswrap, September 10: Alia Bhatt’s Jigra gets shoutout from Neetu Kapoor, Sunny Deol to begin Ramayana shoot from Summer 2025 and more

Bollywood Newswrap, September 10: Alia Bhatt's Jigra gets shoutout from Neetu Kapoor, Sunny Deol to begin Ramayana shoot from Summer 2025 and more

As a dedicated follower of Bollywood, I can confidently say that the industry never ceases to surprise and intrigue us. September 10, 2024, was an eventful day with Neetu Kapoor expressing her pride for Alia Bhatt’s upcoming film Jigra, Sohail Khan clearing up romance rumors, and Sunny Deol preparing to bring Lord Hanuman to life in Ramayana.


On the 10th of September, Bollywood was buzzing with thrilling news. If you haven’t caught up on today’s headlines, don’t fret—TopMob has got you covered! From Neetu Kapoor expressing her excitement about daughter-in-law Alia Bhatt’s movie “Jigra” to exclusive tidbits about Sunny Deol commencing his role in Ramayana from September the following year, once he finishes filming Border 2, we’ve rounded up all the top stories for you. Let’s delve into these updates and more!

1. Neetu Kapoor gives shoutout to daughter-in-law Alia Bhatt starrer Jigra

As an ardent fan, I can’t contain my excitement after catching a glimpse of the electrifying teaser trailer for the upcoming film, Jigra! Revealed on September 10, 2024, the legendary actress Neetu Kapoor shared her enthusiasm on her Instagram Stories. She tantalized us with a striking solo poster featuring none other than the incredible Alia Bhatt, who exudes raw power and intensity in every frame. To add fuel to the fire, she paired this mesmerizing image with the film’s announcement video music and penned an intriguing caption: “Our Jigra is ready to claim what’s hers,” followed by two affectionate pink hearts and a fiery emoji. I can hardly wait for the release of this masterpiece!

Bollywood Newswrap, September 10: Alia Bhatt's Jigra gets shoutout from Neetu Kapoor, Sunny Deol to begin Ramayana shoot from Summer 2025 and more

2. Sohail Khan on romance rumors

More recently, there have been whispers of romance involving Sohail Khan, following a night out where he was seen dining with an individual. The press dubbed this person as his potential new girlfriend. This sparked much conjecture across various media outlets. However, in an effort to set the record straight, Sohail Khan spoke to HT City and confirmed that the woman is merely an old friend, not someone he’s romantically involved with. He made it clear that these dating rumors are unfounded. Previously married to fashion designer Seema Sajdeh, Sohail has now quelled the speculation with his explanation.

3. Sunny Deol to begin Ramayana shoot from Summer 2025

Director Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious endeavor, titled Ramayana, is progressing with significant changes. According to an exclusive source at TopMob, actor Yash will be filming for Ramayana: Part One from the beginning of 2025 until the first quarter ends. Later in summer 2025, Sunny Deol is expected to step into the role of Lord Hanuman, after wrapping up Border 2.

According to the report, Sunny Deol will join the cast of the Ramayana franchise following completion of Border 2. This is similar to how Ranbir Kapoor is also involved, as both actors have reserved significant dates for filming with directors Nitesh Tiwari and Namit Malhotra in mid-2025.

4. Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani’s War 2’s romantic track to be shot in Italy: Reports

Movie Director Ayan Mukerji plans to infuse a dash of Italian romance into War 2, featuring Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani. According to Mid-day, the shooting of an extensive romantic song in scenic Italian landscapes begins on September 18, 2024. Ayan and producer Aditya Chopra will be capturing scenes in famous locations such as Venice, Lake Como, and Tuscany, along with some lesser-known spots.

Initially, our filming process will center around capturing the soul of the song for six consecutive days. Following this, we’ll switch gears to action-packed sequences and intense dramatic scenes. Our shooting locations in Italy include Venice, Tuscany, Lake Como, Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and the Sorrento Peninsula. By early October, we plan to wrap up our Italian shoot and head back to India to complete the rest of the production.

5. Siddhant Chaturvedi addresses ‘arrogant’ label over ‘struggle’ comment on Ananya Panday

Siddhant Chaturvedi has recently explained the context behind his comment about Ananya Panday, stating it stemmed from confidence rather than arrogance. In an interview with India Today, he clarified that his statement during the Actors Roundtable was a reflection of his strong conviction in self-advocacy within the movie industry.

Siddhant expressed, “I find it tough to thrive in this profession unless you assert yourself. At times, standing firm might be perceived as arrogant or boastful, but it’s that determination that energizes me.” His insight has resurfaced following its amusing inclusion in Ananya’s popular Prime Video series, Call Me Bae.

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2024-09-10 17:08