Dinesh Vijan: News
Dinesh Vijan is an Indian film director and producer widely known for his work in Bollywood. He is also the founder of the production company Maddock Films. In 2004, at the age of 23, Vijan quit his banking job to pursue his filmmaking passion. He first took up the role of a film producer with the Homi Adajania directed 2005 film ‘Being Cyrus’. Later, he ventured into direction with the 2017 romantic action film, ‘Raabta’, starring late Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon. He has garnered critical acclaim as well as immense commercial success for some of his film productions. He has donned the producer's hat for more than 25 movies, including ‘Go Goa Gone’, ‘Cocktail’, ‘Badlapur’, ‘Stree’, ‘Hindi Medium’, ‘Luka Chuppi’, ‘Arjun Patiala’, ‘Angrezi Medium’, ‘Roohi’, the ‘Love Aaj Kal’ series, and ‘Mimi’ as well as the upcoming ‘Dasvi’ and ‘Shiddat’, among others. He has also earned a wide reputation as a leading Indian producer in the highly competitive Hindi film industry.
22 Dec 2024
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna begin filming for 'Thama': Report
Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna have started shooting for their upcoming vampire comedy, Thama, reported Mid-Day.
22 Dec 2024
Maddock Films'Stree 2,' 'Munjya': Decoding Maddock Films's phenomenal 2024
Under Dinesh Vijan's leadership, production house Maddock Films has had an incredible 2024.
18 Dec 2024
BollywoodKriti Sanon, Shahid Kapoor to lead 'Cocktail 2': Report
The sequel to the 2012 hit film Cocktail is all set to star Kriti Sanon and Shahid Kapoor in lead roles.
12 Dec 2024
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann-led 'bloody' 'Thama' is a film for kids, teases Rashmika
In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Rashmika Mandanna revealed how excited she is for her upcoming film Thama, opposite Ayushmann Khurrana.
11 Dec 2024
Akshay Kumar'Sky Force': Akshay, Nimrat gear up to shoot 'musical spectacle'
Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Nimrat Kaur, along with debutant Veer Pahariya, will soon be shooting a grand promotional song for their upcoming movie Sky Force.
10 Dec 2024
Shraddha KapoorWill Shraddha join Varun in 'Bhediya 2'? Actor teases possibilities
In a recent interview with Pinkvilla at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2024, Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor opened up about her upcoming projects.
02 Dec 2024
Alia BhattAlia in talks for Dinesh Vijan's next, tentatively titled 'Chamunda'
Alia Bhatt, who recently wrapped up shooting for the YRF Spy Universe film Alpha, is busy with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War with Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.
25 Nov 2024
Deepika Padukone'Cocktail 2': Confirmed or canceled? Here's what we know
Contrary to recent rumors, there are no plans for a sequel to the 2012 hit film Cocktail.
23 Nov 2024
Homi AdajaniaHomi Adajania to direct Shahid Kapoor in 'Cocktail 2': Report
The 2012 romantic comedy Cocktail, featuring Saif Ali Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Diana Penty, is getting a sequel with a new cast.
14 Nov 2024
Akshay KumarAkshay's 'Sky Force' confirmed to release on Republic Day 2025
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's upcoming war action drama, Sky Force, will premiere on the Republic Day weekend in 2025.
13 Nov 2024
Vicky KaushalVicky Kaushal to play Lord Parshuram in Dinesh Vijan's next
Vicky Kaushal, who is known for his versatility as an actor, is reportedly preparing to play Lord Parshuram in an upcoming project by producer Dinesh Vijan.
12 Nov 2024
Sam BahadurVicky Kaushal's next: A mythological epic with Dinesh Vijan
Having enjoyed a successful run in the post-pandemic era with hits like Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, Sam Bahadur, and Bad Newz, Vicky Kaushal is all set to take on his most ambitious project yet.
09 Nov 2024
Allu Arjun'Chhaava' eyes two new dates to avoid 'Pushpa 2' clash
In a smart move to avoid a box office clash, the makers of Vicky Kaushal's historical epic Chhaava have reportedly decided to push its release from December 6.
06 Nov 2024
Ayushmann Khurrana'Total wildcard': Ayushmann Khurrana excited for Maddock's 'Thama'
Maddock Films is expanding its successful horror-comedy universe with a new film titled Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana.
30 Oct 2024
Ayushmann KhurranaWatch: Ayushmann-Rashmika to headline a 'bloody love story' titled 'Thama'
Maddock Films has officially announced its upcoming film Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna in the lead.
29 Oct 2024
Vicky KaushalCBFC approves Vicky-Rashmika's 'Chhaava' trailer: It's three minutes long!
The theatrical trailer of the much-awaited period drama Chhaava, starring first-time on-screen pair Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
25 Oct 2024
Ayushmann Khurrana'Thamba': Nawazuddin Siddiqui to play villain in Ayushmann-Rashmika's film
Reportedly, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has been signed on to play the antagonist in the upcoming vampire comedy, Thamba.
24 Oct 2024
Kiara AdvaniKiara Advani in talks for Dinesh Vijan's standalone fantasy-comedy: Report
Actor Kiara Advani, who has starred in hits like Kabir Singh, Good Newwz, Shershaah, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and Satyaprem Ki Katha, is said to be in advanced talks with filmmaker Dinesh Vijan.
14 Oct 2024
Box OfficeSidharth Malhotra, Janhvi Kapoor to headline Dinesh Vijan's next: Report
After the unprecedented success of Stree 2, producer Dinesh Vijan has reportedly signed actors Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor for his next.
03 Oct 2024
Amar KaushikShah Rukh Khan may star in 'Stree' director's adventure film
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly in discussions with director Amar Kaushik and producer Dinesh Vijan for a potential big-budget adventure film.
22 Sep 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' box office: Shraddha-Rajkummar's film earns over ₹572 cr
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's horror-comedy Stree 2 has been holding strong at the box office since its release on August 15.
09 Sep 2024
Abhishek Banerjee'Stree 2' credit row: Abhishek Banerjee denies rift among cast
Following the release of Stree 2 on August 15, a debate erupted online over who deserved more credit for the film's success—Shraddha Kapoor or Rajkummar Rao.
08 Sep 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' is unstoppable; earns over ₹516cr!
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has surpassed all box office records for 2024 by entering the ₹500 crore club in India.
05 Sep 2024
Deepak Dobriyal'Sector 36' trailer: Creepy kidnapper Vikrant Massey will haunt you!
Netflix has unveiled the trailer for its highly-anticipated crime thriller, Sector 36, starring Vikrant Massey.
02 Sep 2024
Saif Ali KhanSidharth Malhotra quits 'Mitti' just a month before filming: Report
Sidharth Malhotra has reportedly walked out of the action drama Mitti due to creative differences with the director, leading to an indefinite hold on the film.
31 Aug 2024
Janhvi KapoorSidharth exits Murad Khetani's film just month before shooting: Report
Actor Sidharth Malhotra has reportedly exited an upcoming action drama produced by Murad Khetani due to creative differences, reported Peeping Moon.
31 Aug 2024
Box Office'Stree 2' continues box office rampage, inches closer to ₹450cr
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor's horror-comedy Stree 2 has continued its winning streak at the box office, raking in ₹8.1 crore on its 16th day of release.
29 Aug 2024
BollywoodSidharth Malhotra returns to romance with Dinesh Vijan's next
Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra is reportedly set to star in a love story produced by Dinesh Vijan.
29 Aug 2024
Ayushmann Khurrana'Vampires of Vijay Nagar's plot hints at time travel!
The much-anticipated horror-comedy Vampires of Vijay Nagar, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, is all set to commence shooting in Mumbai in October.
25 Aug 2024
Disney+ HotstarAbhay Verma-Sharvari's 'Munjya' arrives on Disney+ Hotstar
The acclaimed horror-comedy film Munjya, featuring Sharvari and Abhay Verma, is now available on Disney+ Hotstar.
22 Aug 2024
Ayushmann KhurranaHas Ayushmann Khurrana exited Luv Ranjan's Sourav Ganguly-biopic
Ayushmann Khurrana has reportedly withdrawn from the much-anticipated Sourav Ganguly biopic, following his reported exit from Sunny Deol's high-profile film Border 2.
22 Aug 2024
Akshay Kumar'Stree 2': How much Varun Dhawan charged for his cameo
Actor Varun Dhawan, who recently made a cameo appearance in the horror-comedy film Stree 2, reportedly did not charge any fee for his role, reported Pinkvilla.
22 Aug 2024
Abhishek Banerjee'Some parts are already written': Abhishek Banerjee teases 'Stree 3'
Following the massive success of Stree 2, the third installment, Stree 3, is now in the works.
19 Aug 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' surpasses 'Fighter,' 'Gadar 2' in first-weekend collections
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor's latest release, Stree 2, has set a new record with the highest single-day collection on Sunday, raking in a whopping ₹55 crore.
16 Aug 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' becomes 2024's biggest Hindi opener, earns over ₹54cr
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's latest release, Stree 2, has made a smashing debut at the box office, surpassing all expectations.
12 Aug 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' crosses ₹5cr in advanced bookings; targeting ₹35cr opening
The much-awaited sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, titled Stree 2, is all set to make a grand entry at the box office this Independence Day on Thursday.
12 Aug 2024
Akshay Kumar'Stree 2' advance booking: 1L+ tickets sold in 48 hours
The highly-anticipated horror-comedy film Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has set a new record by selling over one lakh tickets within just 48 hours of the commencement of advance booking.
10 Aug 2024
Abhishek Banerjee'Stree 2' advance booking: Earns ₹75L from over 20K tickets!
The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit film Stree, Stree 2, is emerging as a top contender in the fierce screen battle with other films releasing on Independence Day.
08 Aug 2024
Amar KaushikConfirmed! Varun Dhawan to make special appearance in 'Stree 2'
Varun Dhawan, who made his way into Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe with 2022's Bhediya, has confirmed his special appearance in the upcoming film, Stree 2.
06 Aug 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' to host special night shows on August 14
The highly anticipated film, Stree 2, is set to release during the Independence Day weekend.
29 Jul 2024
Amar KaushikDisney+ Hotstar to premiere 'Munjya'? Here's what we know
The horror-comedy film Munjya set the box office on fire when it premiered on June 7, 2024.
27 Jul 2024
StreeFinal box office update: 'Munjya' becomes super-hit with ₹127cr worldwide
The horror-comedy film Munjya, starring Abhay Verma and Sharvari, has ended its box office run after 50 days.
18 Jul 2024
Aparshakti KhuranaRajkummar-Shraddha's 'Stree 2' trailer promises meta humor and chilling jumpscares
The much-awaited trailer for the horror-comedy film, Stree 2, has been unveiled.
16 Jul 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' trailer coming this week, confirms Shraddha Kapoor
Shraddha Kapoor, the star of the highly anticipated horror-comedy sequel Stree 2, confirmed on social media that the film's trailer will be released on Thursday.
26 Jun 2024
Box OfficeBox office: Sharvari-Abhay Verma's 'Munjya' almost touches ₹90cr
The horror comedy Munjya, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and featuring Sharvari, Abhay Verma, and Mona Singh, has maintained a robust box office performance since its release on June 7.
25 Jun 2024
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna might lead 'Vampires of Vijay Nagar'
Acclaimed actors Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna have been roped in for the upcoming horror comedy, Vampires of Vijay Nagar, reported Pinkvilla.
25 Jun 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' teaser: Shraddha-Rajkummar's film promises laughs and scares
After the runaway success of the 2018 film Stree, the eagerly-awaited sequel is here to haunt us again!
22 Jun 2024
Box OfficeBox office: Sharvari-Abhay Verma's 'Munjya' hits ₹70 crore milestone
The horror-comedy film Munjya, starring Sharvari, Abhay Verma, and Mona Singh, has reached a significant milestone at the box office.
18 Jun 2024
Box OfficeBox office: Sharvari-Abhay Verma's 'Munjya' nears ₹60 crore mark
Munjya continues to lurk successfully in the theaters.
12 Jun 2024
Box OfficeBox office: 'Munjya' nears ₹30cr, potential hit loading
Munjya, the latest horror comedy from producer Dinesh Vijan's supernatural film universe, has shown resilience at the box office.
09 Jun 2024
Box OfficeBox office: 'Munjya' hits ₹10cr mark in lightning-fast two days
Against all odds, the horror-comedy film Munjya—released theatrically on Friday—is defying expectations and proving to be a success story.
07 Jun 2024
Mona Singh'Munjya' review: Entertaining exploration of spooky Maharashtrian folk tale
When a film tells a story that is too regional at its core, there is a mammoth task at hand: can the tale be packaged in a way that the final product is entertaining, yet carries the same essence?
25 May 2024
Boney KapoorBoney Kapoor wins bid for Noida Film City over Akshay
A consortium led by filmmaker Boney Kapoor has won the bid to develop the Noida Film City—a project sprawling over 230 acres along the Yamuna Expressway.
24 May 2024
Bhediya'Munjya' trailer promises new era of horror-comedy in Indian cinema
Maddock Films, known for successful horror comedies like Stree and Bhediya, has unveiled the trailer for their latest venture, Munjya.
21 May 2024
Maddock FilmsTeaser: 'Stree' makers unleash 'Munjya'—spooky new creature in Maddock universe
Maddock Films, known for their blockbuster hit Stree, unveiled a teaser for their forthcoming film Munjya on Tuesday.
05 Apr 2024
DharmendraOTT: Shahid-Kriti's 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya' streaming now
Shahid Kapoor is a brilliant actor known for his acting range. The actor made a comeback at the box office with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
05 Mar 2024
OTT releases'Murder Mubarak' trailer: Sara-Karisma-Vijay become suspects in whodunit thriller
The much-awaited trailer for Homi Adajania's latest mystery thriller, Murder Mubarak, has finally dropped, promising a hilarious whodunit filled with twists and turns.
05 Mar 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' is slow yet steady
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is the brand new romantic comedy Bollywood has offered viewers and the film has emerged as a money spinner at the box office.
01 Mar 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' is stable and secure
Bollywood romance is a sub-genre in itself and over the years, the definition of love has changed for Bollywood. In the era of quirky romantic comedies, the industry has been offering several new takes on love, with the most recent being sci-fi romcom Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
29 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' grows in third week
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood and after the success of Kabir Singh and Farzi, his stardom has grown by folds. The same has been reflected in the box office collection of Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
28 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' shows impressive hold
Until 2023 there were chatters that romance was dead in Bollywood and Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar broke the myth. Ever since then, fresh romantic comedies have earned decently at the box office, with the most recent being Shahid Kapoor-headlined quirky romcom Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
27 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' experiences drop on weekdays
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most bankable stars in Bollywood and is known for his versatile acting range. The actor made a celluloid comeback with the romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
22 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein...' seeks gradual momentum
Shahid Kapoor is one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and there's no qualms about it. The actor made a comeback on celluloid with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
20 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' surpasses Rs. 60cr mark
Shahid Kapoor is the man of all seasons!
19 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' grows exponentially over weekend
Shahid Kapoor is undoubtedly one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and over the years, he has carved his niche. He made a comeback on celluloid after years with the quirky romantic comedy Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
18 Feb 2024
Kriti Sanon'Teri Baaton Mein...' sequel to focus on love triangle: Report
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon's unique love story—between an engineer and an advanced robot—Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has been performing decently at the box office.
16 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' grips on momentum
Bollywood romance is a genre in itself and is known around the globe for its over the top, flamboyant take on love. This Valentine's season, Bollywood offered a quirky romantic comedy titled Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya and it has been performing up to the expectations.
15 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Teri Baaton Mein…' leverages Valentine's Day fully
Bollywood romance is a genre in its own right and over the years, cinema has shaped our idea of love. This Valentine's Day season, Bollywood offered us a quirky romantic comedy titled Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
14 Feb 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: Valentine's Day week favors 'Teri Baaton Mein...'
As the season of love is at its peak with Valentine's Day, Bollywood has offered a quirky romantic comedy for the romantics—Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.
