EXCLUSIVE: Shakti Shalini goes on floors in January 2026; Amar Kaushik explains how Aneet Padda came on board, “We saw Saiyaara and knew that she perfectly…”

Before the audience sat down to watch the grand Diwali release, Thamma, they were treated to a 60-second-long announcement promo for Shakti Shalini. The film earlier starred Kiara Advani and there were reports that Aneet Padda of Saiyaara (2025) fame has replaced the former. The announcement teaser confirmed the speculations and also revealed that the next film of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe will be out on December 24, 2026. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Amar Kaushik, the mentor of the universe and also the producer of Munjya (2024) and Thamma, opened up about this film. Earlier, the plan was to bring 2 more films of Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, namely Bhediya 2 and Chamunda, in cinemas in 2026. When asked if the plan remains or will Shakti Shalini be the sole release of the universe next year, Amar Kaushik said, “There might be just one film (from the universe in 2026). We feel that there should not be an overdose and we should not give too many films in...

Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos meets Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis after attending WAVES 2025

Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos met with Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis today to discuss the streaming giant's strategic focus on India as a key market over the next five years. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the WAVE Summit, centered on potential collaborations between Netflix and the state of Maharashtra to bolster skill development in the media and entertainment sector.

Sarandos highlighted India’s growing importance to Netflix’s global strategy, stating opportunities to nurture local talent and expand content creation. The discussions explored initiatives to upskill professionals in Maharashtra, a hub for India’s film and media industry, to meet the demands of the evolving digital entertainment landscape.

“It’s very difficult to predict where storytelling is headed. But what remains constant is the intent to connect with audiences. Our investments in India have generated over $2 billion in economic impact, post-COVID. That’s all the jobs created, skills developed, and infrastructure supported. We’ve filmed across 100+ towns and cities in India across 23 states, and collaborated with over 25,000 local cast and crew,” he said during the discussion.

The meeting marks a significant step toward strengthening ties between Netflix and regional stakeholders, aligning with the company’s commitment to fostering creative ecosystems in India. Further details on the collaboration are expected to emerge in the coming months.

Also Read: Netflix India to unveil immersive storytelling pavilion at WAVES 2025 in Mumbai



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