As a die-hard Bollywood fan, born and raised in the heart of Mumbai, I must say today was quite a rollercoaster of emotions! From the heartbreaking news about Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies missing out on the Oscars 2025 shortlist to the exciting release dates for The Roshans docu-series and Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri’s Arjun Ustara, it was a day full of ups and downs.
Today, December 18, 2024, was brimming with thrilling updates from the film world. In case you missed out, this news roundup will catch you up on today’s major stories. The much-anticipated Laapataa Ladies, produced by Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao, didn’t make it to the Oscars 2025 shortlist. Meanwhile, Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri’s film Arjun Ustara announced its tentative release date. Here’s a rundown of all that transpired.
Here are the top 5 Bollywood news stories of December 18, 2024:
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s film, “Laapataa Ladies,” will not be competing for the Oscars in 2025 since the Academy has revealed its nominees.
2025 Oscar nominations for Best International Feature were announced on December 17, 2024, and unfortunately, Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s film Laapataa Ladies (previously known as Lost Ladies) did not make the final cut.
As a devoted admirer of the Roshan family, I am thrilled to announce that their highly anticipated Netflix documentary series will be released on this specific date. From Hrithik and Rakesh to Rajesh Roshan, this dynamic trio has left an indelible mark on the Indian film industry, and I can’t wait to delve deeper into their captivating stories!
The actors Hrithik Roshan, Rakesh Roshan, and Rajesh Roshan are collaborating on a thrilling new venture. The long-anticipated Netflix documentary series, “The Roshans,” was formally unveiled in December 2024.
The upcoming series will shine light on the lasting impact of the Roshan clan in cinema, and we now have a new poster to go along with the officially announced release date: January 17, 2025.
3. Shahid Kapoor, alongside Triptii Dimri, will soon begin filming for their project “Arjun Ustara,” directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. The production team has officially announced the movie’s expected release date.
It became known in September 2024 that actor Shahid Kapoor and director Vishal Bhardwaj were teaming up for another project, this time under the production of Sajid Nadiadwala. Actress Triptii Dimri was also added to the cast.
According to TopMob’s latest update, the upcoming film known as Arjun Ustara is set to commence production on January 6, 2025. The filmmakers have officially confirmed this start date and additionally shared that the movie will hit theaters on December 5, 2025.
4. Paparazzo remembers the heartfelt admission by Shah Rukh Khan, where he spoke about staying away from the media amid the legal proceedings involving his son Aryan Khan.
2021 proved to be an emotionally turbulent year for me, as my beloved son, Aryan Khan, found himself embroiled in a difficult situation linked to the drug bust aboard the Cordelia cruise in Mumbai. Thankfully, he was eventually acquitted of all charges, but the ordeal left an indelible mark on our family.
During a recent conversation, celebrity photographer Varinder Chawla disclosed that Shah Rukh Khan openly expressed his emotional reasons for distancing himself from the media. He clarified that although he doesn’t intend to avoid the press, as a father, past negative experiences with the media have left a profound impact on him.
2025 Oscars: Producers of Laapataa Ladies voice their dismay as the movie failed to secure a spot on the nominees list.
As a devoted admirer, I’m sharing the news that “Laapataa Ladies,” India’s submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Oscars 2025, didn’t quite make it to the final shortlist. Although we feel a sense of disappointment from the producers, they chose to view this as a stepping stone rather than an ending, keeping their hopes high for future endeavors.
Stay tuned with TopMob for more updates!
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2024-12-18 12:53