Hansal Mehta: News
Hansal Mehta began his career as a director in the ‘90s and he was a good filmmaker in the early stages of his career. It was, however, only after he decided to take a sabbatical and experience life that he became a great one. Mehta was born on April 29, 1968, in Mumbai. He did his schooling at Rose Manor International School. He graduated from Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pune. After graduation, he worked in Fiji before returning to India in the early ‘90s. In 1993, he made his debut as a director on television with the cookery show ‘Khana Khazana.’ Mehta continued making shows for television throughout the later part of the ‘90s before making his feature film debut in 2000. His first film was the Manoj Bajpayee starrer ‘Dil Pe Mat Le Yaar!!,’ which attracted praises for its portrayal of the fringes of Mumbai. After ‘Chhal’ in 2002, Mehta hit a snag and decided to take a sabbatical in 2008. He returned to filmmaking with ‘Shahid’ in 2012. The film won him the National Award for Best Director. His next film ‘City Lights’ (2014) was a favorite in various film festivals in India and abroad. He continued to make waves as a filmmaker with films such as ‘Aligarh’ (2015), ‘Omerta’ (2017), etc.
18 Dec 2024
Aamir Khan'Laapataa Ladies' team 'disappointed' after Rao's film exits Oscars race
The team of Indian film Laapataa Ladies has expressed disappointment after it was left out of the 2025 Oscars shortlist.
18 Dec 2024
Aamir Khan'Wrong selection': Netizens slam FFI after 'Laapataa Ladies' misses Oscars
The Film Federation of India (FFI) has been slammed by filmmaker Hansal Mehta and Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej after Kiran Rao's satire drama Laapataa Ladies was left out of the Oscars 2025 shortlist.
02 Dec 2024
Apurva Asrani'It takes guts': Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta defends Massey's retirement decision
In a shocking move, actor Vikrant Massey recently announced his retirement from acting after 2025. The actor shared the news on Instagram on Monday.
24 Nov 2024
Rajkummar Rao'Will do something soon'—Rajkummar Rao teases collaboration with Hansal Mehta
Rajkummar Rao has been riding high on the success of his recent films Stree 2, Srikanth, and Mr. & Mrs. Mahi.
19 Nov 2024
Cannes Film FestivalNo OTT buyers for 'All We Imagine...,' alleges Hansal Mehta
Acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta has raised alarm over OTT platforms' disinterest in buying Payal Kapadia's award-winning film, All We Imagine As Light.
18 Nov 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanCelebrity chef-actor Ranveer Brar on 3-week rest after severe injury
Celebrity chef and actor Ranveer Brar has suffered a serious spinal injury, fracturing the C6 and C7 vertebrae of his spine.
08 Nov 2024
NetflixAngry fans criticize 'The Buckingham Murders' dub; Hansal Mehta responds
Hansal Mehta's latest investigative thriller, The Buckingham Murders, premiered on Netflix India on Friday (November 7).
19 Oct 2024
Ranbir Kapoor'Shahid': Not Rajkummar, these actors were Hansal Mehta's first choice
Hansal Mehta's critically acclaimed biopic Shahid, which recently celebrated its 11th anniversary, was originally conceived with a different lead actor.
02 Oct 2024
Applause EntertainmentAR Rahman to compose music for Hansal Mehta's 'Gandhi'
Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has been roped in to create the musical score for the upcoming series Gandhi, helmed by Hansal Mehta and produced by Applause Entertainment.
24 Sep 2024
Box OfficeKareena's 'The Buckingham Murders' struggles; earns only ₹10L on Day-12
Kareena Kapoor Khan, who recently marked her 25th year in the film industry, is facing a disappointing box office performance with her latest release, The Buckingham Murders.
20 Sep 2024
Box Office'The Buckingham Murders' struggles; earns ₹7.53cr in a week
Hansal Mehta's latest directorial venture, The Buckingham Murders, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, has had a disappointing first week at the box office.
19 Sep 2024
Box Office Collection'The Buckingham Murders' struggles, earns ₹7.3cr after Day 6
Kareena Kapoor Khan's latest film The Buckingham Murders is struggling to pull audiences to theaters.
18 Sep 2024
Ahmedabad'The Buckingham Murders' earns ₹75L on Day-5; half of 'Tumbbad'
The Buckingham Murders, a crime thriller starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, has collected ₹6.8 crore at the box office in five days since its release.
17 Sep 2024
Karan JoharKareena gets her own week-long film festival at PVR Inox!
PVR Inox, India's leading cinema chain, is set to host a film festival dedicated to Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan's illustrious 25-year career.
17 Sep 2024
Aligarh'The Buckingham Murders': Hansal Mehta planning prequel for Kareena's character
Acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta has revealed that he is considering a prequel to his latest movie, The Buckingham Murders.
16 Sep 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanWhere to watch Kareena Kapoor's 'The Buckingham Murders' on OTT
Kareena Kapoor Khan's latest film, The Buckingham Murders, was released in theaters on Friday.
15 Sep 2024
Box OfficeKareena Kapoor's 'The Buckingham Murders' grows on Day 2
The Buckingham Murders, a murder mystery film directed by Hansal Mehta and starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, experienced an increase in box office numbers on its second day of release.
14 Sep 2024
BollywoodKareena's 'The Buckingham Murders' starts slow; earns less than ₹2cr
Kareena Kapoor Khan's latest film, The Buckingham Murders, directed by Hansal Mehta and co-produced by her, opened to a disappointing ₹1.15 crore on its first day.
13 Sep 2024
Girish Johar'The Buckingham Murders' may become Kareena's lowest opener in 15yrs!
Kareena Kapoor Khan's latest release, The Buckingham Murders, has opened to a disappointing start at the box office.
13 Sep 2024
Kareena Kapoor Khan'The Buckingham Murders' review: Kareena is incredible in half-cooked thriller
Hansal Mehta's The Buckingham Murders makes numerous tall promises.
13 Sep 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanIs Kareena's 'The Buckingham Murders' based on a real story
Hansal Mehta's upcoming crime thriller, The Buckingham Murders, has been generating buzz ahead of its release on Friday, September 13.
12 Sep 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena's Hinglish film, 'The Buckingham Murders' gets Hindi-dubbed version
Kareena Kapoor Khan's upcoming film, The Buckingham Murders, is set to hit the screens tomorrow (Friday, September 13).
10 Sep 2024
Amar KaushikVijay's 'GOAT' fails Monday test, sees 50% drop in collections
Vijay's latest action film, GOAT, has experienced a significant decrease in box office collections on its first Monday.
09 Sep 2024
Amar Kaushik'Stree 2' surpasses 'Pathaan'; is now second highest-earning Hindi film!
Amar Kaushik's Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has surpassed Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan to become the second highest-grossing Hindi film in India.
04 Sep 2024
KeralaEktaa Kapoor on workplace harassment: 'Need women to run companies'
Producer Ektaa R Kapoor recently addressed the issue of workplace harassment, emphasizing the importance of women holding positions of power in creating safer work environments.
03 Sep 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena frantically searches for answers in 'The Buckingham Murders' trailer
The trailer for the highly-anticipated The Buckingham Murders, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, was finally released on Tuesday.
31 Aug 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena's 'The Buckingham Murders' will release in dual versions
Kareena Kapoor Khan's upcoming film The Buckingham Murders will be released in both Hinglish and dubbed Hindi versions, reported Bollywood Hungama.
30 Aug 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena's 'The Buckingham Murders' trailer to release on this date
Kareena Kapoor Khan's upcoming mystery thriller, The Buckingham Murders, is set to release its trailer on September 3.
26 Aug 2024
Netflix'Scoop': Why Mohammed Zeeshan was 'frustrated' with award shows' criteria
Actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub was recently honored with the prestigious Septimius Award for Best Asian Actor for his role in the Netflix show Scoop.
24 Aug 2024
Balaji Motion Pictures'The Buckingham Murders': Kareena stuns in new poster
Kareena Kapoor Khan is set to captivate audiences once again with her upcoming film, The Buckingham Murders.
22 Aug 2024
Ajay Devgn'Scoop' star Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, 'Maidaan' win at Septimius Awards
The 2024 edition of the Septimius Awards, held in the Netherlands, saw Indian actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and the film Maidaan among its winners.
20 Aug 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena Kapoor channels inner Sherlock in 'The Buckingham Murders' teaser
The much-anticipated teaser of The Buckingham Murders, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and directed by Hansal Mehta, has been released.
19 Aug 2024
Kareena Kapoor Khan'The Buckingham Murders': First poster out with teaser release date
The first poster for the highly-anticipated thriller The Buckingham Murders has been released.
31 Jul 2024
Aadhaar CardHansal Mehta accuses officials of 'harassment' for delaying daughter's Aadhaar
Acclaimed Bollywood filmmaker Hansal Mehta has publicly voiced his dissatisfaction with the Aadhaar card registration process.
20 Jul 2024
HarvardNot an actor, Kareena Kapoor wanted to be a lawyer!
Bollywood actor Kareena Kapoor Khan, who launched her acting career in 2000 with the film Refugee, recently disclosed in an interview that she initially aspired to be a lawyer.
07 Jul 2024
Imtiaz AliMukesh Chhabra reveals he frequently fights with director Hansal Mehta
In a recent interview, renowned casting director Mukesh Chhabra revealed his unique working relationships with filmmakers Hansal Mehta, Imtiaz Ali, and Rajkumar Hirani.
02 Jul 2024
Kiran RaoHansal Mehta mocks Ravi Kishan's reaction to RaGa's speech
In a recent exchange on social media platform X, filmmaker Hansal Mehta took a swipe at Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Ravi Kishan's response to Rahul Gandhi's parliamentary speech.
01 Jul 2024
Kareena Kapoor Khan'The Buckingham Murders' starring Kareena Kapoor finally locks release date
Mark your calendars!
19 Jun 2024
Ektaa Kapoor'Please leave': When Ektaa Kapoor fired filmmaker Hansal Mehta
Filmmaker Hansal Mehta recently revealed that he was fired by Ektaa Kapoor, chief of Balaji Telefilms, just 15 days after being hired to direct the daily soap K Street Pali Hill.
30 May 2024
Telugu Films'Scumbag': Hansal Mehta reacts to Nandamuri Balakrishna's pushing Anjali
Nandamuri Balakrishna, a veteran Telugu actor, producer, and politician, is currently under fire due to a recent incident where he was seen pushing actor Anjali on stage.
16 May 2024
Harshad MehtaHansal Mehta announces 'Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga'
Acclaimed director Hansal Mehta has unveiled the third installment of his successful Scam series, titled, Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga.
02 May 2024
Harry Potter'Harry Potter' star Tom Felton joins Hansal Mehta's 'Gandhi'
From the grounds of Hogwarts to the lands of India.
13 Apr 2024
Applause EntertainmentPratik Gandhi is 'thrilled' after wife Bhamini Oza joins 'Gandhi'
Hansal Mehta's upcoming Mahatma Gandhi biopic—titled Gandhi—by Applause Entertainment has elevated excitement levels by recently casting Bhamini Oza in a pivotal role.
11 Apr 2024
Applause EntertainmentBhamini Oza joins husband-actor Pratik Gandhi in Hansal Mehta's 'Gandhi'
An exciting piece of news is coming from the sets of Hansal Mehta's upcoming series, Gandhi.
30 Mar 2024
Kareena Kapoor KhanKareena Kapoor Khan's 'The Buckingham Murders' might release in August
Kareena Kapoor Khan is currently basking in the success of her recently released Crew, which has taken the box office by storm with its impressive opening day collections.
20 Feb 2024
Varun DhawanVarun Dhawan to Manoj Bajpayee: Industry's tribute to Rituraj Singh
Renowned Indian television and film actor Rituraj Singh passed away at the age of 59 on Tuesday at 12:30am, following a cardiac arrest. He was battling pancreas-related health issues and was also recently admitted to a hospital.
19 Jan 2024
Applause Entertainment'Gandhi': Hansal Mehta's directorial starring Pratik Gandhi is filming now
Applause Entertainment has kicked off the filming of its eagerly awaited biopic series, Gandhi, in Gujarat.
13 Dec 2023
Alia BhattHansal Mehta to cast Alia Bhatt for journalist's biopic: Report
Alia Bhatt, acclaimed for her diverse roles in films like Raazi and Gangubai Kathiawadi, is reportedly in talks with director Hansal Mehta for a biopic on a renowned journalist.
11 Dec 2023
Netflix'The Archies' to 'Scoop': Looking at Netflix's top 2023 releases
The year 2023 has seen some of the biggest and most exciting releases both in the theaters and on OTT.
03 Nov 2023
OTT releases'Scam 2003' review: Gagan Dev Riar owns Volume II, too
The second volume of Scam 2003: The Telgi Story is now available on Sony LIV. Starring Gagan Dev Riar as Abdul Karim Telgi, the series is about the Rs. 30,000cr stamp paper scam that rocked the nation.
01 Nov 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: Just building six-pack body isn't acting, says Mukesh Tiwari
Mukesh Tiwari created a mark with his debut performance as Jageera in China Gate. He then gained further recognition as Baccha Yadav and Vasooli Bhai in Gangajal and Golmaal, respectively.
26 Oct 2023
Kareena Kapoor KhanJio MAMI 2023: 5 titles to watch out for
All the film fanatics, get ready as Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival is all set to begin on Friday to continue till November 5. The week-long festival, which will kick off in the Mecca of Hindi cinema, has a string of films that will be premiered during the course of the event.
17 Oct 2023
BollywoodKareena Kapoor Khan's 'The Buckingham Murders' to open MAMI 2023
Kareena Kapoor Khan is currently basking in the glory of her OTT debut Jaane Jaan.
17 Oct 2023
OTT releases'Bigg Boss' S17: Jigna Vora keen on reviving her career
Former crime reporter Jigna Vora became a household name after being arrested in connection with the murder of journalist Jyotirmoy Dey after interviewing an underworld figure. She spent nine months in Byculla jail before being acquitted of all charges in 2019.
08 Oct 2023
Karishma TannaBusan International Film Festival: 'Scoop' wins Best Asian TV Series
Hansal Mehta's Scoop has been crowned the Best Asian TV Series at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)'s Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards.
08 Oct 2023
Pratik GandhiHansal Mehta-Pratik Gandhi to start filming 'Gandhi': Everything to know
Acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta and actor Pratik Gandhi, known for their hit web series Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, are teaming up once again!
17 Sep 2023
Madhuri DixitMadhuri being considered for Saroj Khan biopic: Their timeless bond
The biopic of legendary choreographer Saroj Khan, directed by Hansal Mehta, is reportedly in the early stages of development, with casting decisions still being finalized.
02 Sep 2023
OTT releasesOTT releases: Titles for your weekend binge-watching
Wondering what new content to watch over the weekend? If you haven't thought of your weekend watchlist yet, then we bring you a list of some of the many titles that are either getting released or have already been released on various OTT platforms.
01 Sep 2023
Movie Review#Scam2003Review: A new star is born, Gagan Dev is fantastic
After setting a benchmark with Scam 1992, Hansal Mehta has returned with its sequel, Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
30 Aug 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Scam 2003' is 70% real, says Gagan Dev Riar
Seasoned theater actor, Gagan Dev Riar, who has been a part of titles such as A Suitable Boy and Sonchiriya, is set to lead Hansal Mehta's upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
29 Aug 2023
OTT releasesAll about Gagan Dev Riar, 'Scam 2003's Abdul Karim Telgi
Actor Gagan Dev Riar is all set for his upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story, directed by Hansal Mehta and Tushar Hiranandani. He will be essaying Abdul Karim Telgi's role, the man who did the infamous stamp paper scam of Rs. 30,000 crore.
26 Aug 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclsuive: Sana Shaikh on how she prepped for 'Scam 2003'
Actor Sana Amin Sheikh is set to make her OTT debut with Hansal Mehta's upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
05 Aug 2023
Abdul Karim TelgiWho was scamster Abdul Karim Telgi, inspiration behind 'Scam 2003'
Following the phenomenal success of Scam 1992, director Hansal Mehta is set to return soon with the second chapter in his Scam series—Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
26 Jun 2023
NetflixOTT: After 'Scoop,' Hansal Mehta signs multi-year contract with Netflix
Hansal Mehta is currently the one who has Midas's touch. From back-to-back chart-busting web series to some great films in his filmography, the Omerta director is currently unstoppable.
05 Jun 2023
IMDb'Scam 1992,' 'Mirzapur': Most popular Indian web series on IMDb
Indian web series have evolved rapidly with the emergence of streaming services—an undeniably true statement.
02 Jun 2023
OTT releasesJigna Vora's story: The real tale behind Hansal Mehta's 'Scoop'
After Scam: 1992, Hansal Mehta has returned with another web series that is based on a true story. Released on Netflix, Scoop, starring Karishma Tanna in the lead, is a show about a crime journalist who is accused of killing a fellow reporter.
26 May 2023
BollywoodAshish Vidyarthi marries at 60: Celebrities who broke marriage stereotypes
Love knows no boundaries. Also, there is no age for falling in love. In our society, there exists a norm for getting married at a certain age. But there are many celebrities who have proved that love and marriage can happen to you at any age.
15 May 2023
OTT releases'Scoop' trailer: A crime reporter's relentless crusade for justice
The trailer for Hansal Mehta's upcoming Netflix series Scoop is out!
11 May 2023
OTT releasesWhen, where to watch Hansal Mehta's 'Scoop' starring Prosenjit Chatterjee
Hansal Mehta is one of the most adept political filmmakers in India and the director is back with a new web series titled Scoop. The project was announced some time back and now the makers have released the teaser and release date of the same.
25 Mar 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Afwaah' actor Zaan Khan all praise for Sudhir Mishra
He calls himself a director's actor and believes that acting is a process of constant learning.
26 Feb 2023
Manoj BajpayeeHansal Mehta celebrates 7 years of tragedy-drama film 'Aligarh'
There have been several movies in which actors Manoj Bajpayee and Rajkummar Rao have portrayed unique characters, but the movie Aligarh was one that struck a chord with the audience.
21 Feb 2023
BollywoodWhy did Bangladesh ban Hansal Mehta's 'Faraaz'
Hansal Mehta's latest movie, Faraaz, has been banned from getting streamed on Bangladeshi streaming platforms, reported Kaler Kantho, a local publication from the neighboring country.
02 Feb 2023
Delhi High CourtDelhi HC refuses to stay release of Hansal Mehta's 'Faraaz'
Director Hansal Mehta, who is known for his hard-hitting movies like Shahid and Omerta, is coming back with the film Faraaz, which is said to be based on a real-life terrorist attack.
30 Jan 2023
BollywoodKate Winslet inspired Kareena Kapoor's character in Hansal Mehta's next
Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan recently revealed that her character in Hansal Mehta's next directorial is inspired by Kate Winslet's character from Mare of Easttown. The actor has wrapped up the shooting of the film in the United Kingdom, tentatively titled The Buckingham Murders.
29 Dec 2022
Bollywood FilmsHansal Mehta and Kartik Aaryan's 'Captain India' pushed indefinitely: Report
Director Hansal Mehta's film with actor Kartik Aaryan has been pushed indefinitely, as per a new report in Bollywood Hungama.
