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…”

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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...
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Salman Khan faces backlash over ‘Ceasefire’ tweet; deletes post

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Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has found himself in the midst of a social media storm after posting a brief comment on the India-Pakistan ceasefire announced on Saturday evening by US President Donald Trump. The actor, who had remained noticeably silent during India’s military response — Operation Sindoor — to the Pahalgam terror attack, tweeted about the ceasefire shortly after the announcement was made. However, the tweet drew sharp criticism from netizens, compelling Khan to delete the post soon after.

Over the past few days, several prominent Bollywood celebrities have openly voiced their support for the Indian Armed Forces and condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam region. Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory strike against terrorist hubs, was widely praised by actors, filmmakers, and citizens alike. Yet, Salman Khan refrained from commenting on the Indian Army’s efforts or the volatile border situation, choosing instead to post, “Thank God for the ceasefire” when it was announced. The actor’s last post on the incident was soon when he posted a condolence message following the initial terror attack in Pahalgam.

His tweet following the ceasefire was seen by many as ill-timed and insensitive. Social media users quickly called him out for ignoring the sacrifices of the Indian soldiers while choosing to speak only after a diplomatic truce was announced. As the backlash intensified, Salman Khan quietly deleted the tweet without offering any clarification, further fuelling criticism and sparking debates online about the responsibilities of public figures during national crises.

While many celebrities continue to stand in solidarity with the nation’s armed forces, Salman Khan’s brief and ultimately deleted message has once again brought into focus the role of influential voices during times of national conflict — and the consequences of staying silent when it matters most.

Meanwhile, in a worrying development, reports suggest that Pakistan has already violated the ceasefire within hours of its announcement. Fresh attacks were allegedly carried out in certain Indian regions late Saturday night, leaving citizens furious and disappointed over the breach of trust.

Also Read: Kabir Khan on why he knew Salman Khan would back Bajrangi Bhaijaan despite no action: “Salman is a LIVING example of the secular culture of this country”; also reveals why Salman feared studios might have REJECTED the film



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