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.
16 Jan 2025
Akshaye Khanna'Chhaava': Vicky Kaushal is unrecognizable as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
Maddock Films, one of India's leading production houses, has unveiled the first look at its historical epic Chhaava. The film features Vicky Kaushal as the legendary Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
14 Jan 2025
Shraddha Kapoor'Nagin': Shraddha Kapoor starrer gets major update
Producer Nikhil Dwivedi announced on the occasion of Makar Sankranti that the much-awaited film Nagin, starring Shraddha Kapoor, is finally set to begin production.
14 Jan 2025
Amar KaushikYami-Sunny's 'Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga' sequel in works: Report
Netflix India has greenlit a sequel to the 2023 heist thriller Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga, reported Peeping Moon.
10 Jan 2025
Alia BhattDid SRK turn down horror-comedy 'Chamunda' with Alia Bhatt
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly rejected an offer to star in Maddock Films's next, Chamunda.
08 Jan 2025
Akshay KumarManoj Muntashir threatens 'Sky Force' makers for ignoring his credit
Acclaimed lyricist Manoj Muntashir Shukla has taken to social media to express his anger after not being credited for his work on the song Maaye from Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Sky Force.
05 Jan 2025
Akshay KumarDinesh Vijan confirms Akshay's role in Maddock's upcoming horror-comedy films
The trailer of Sky Force, a Jio Studios and Maddock Films joint venture, was released on Sunday.
05 Jan 2025
Akshay Kumar'Sky Force' trailer: Akshay Kumar-Veer Pahariya assure gripping patriotic drama
The much-awaited trailer of Sky Force, starring actor Akshay Kumar and debutant Veer Pahariya, dropped on Sunday.
04 Jan 2025
Akshay KumarAkshay Kumar-Veer Pahariya look battle-ready in 'Sky Force' motion poster
Jio Studios and Maddock Films have unveiled the motion poster of their upcoming film, Sky Force.
03 Jan 2025
Ayushmann Khurrana'Stree 3,' 'Bhediya 2,' 'Maha Munjya'—official release dates out!
With the start of the new year, Maddock Films has unveiled its ambitious slate of eight interconnected films.
24 Dec 2024
Janhvi KapoorFirst look: Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor in 'Param Sundari'
For the first time, Bollywood actors Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor are coming together for a cross-cultural romance film titled Param Sundari.
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.