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• Box Office: Dharmendra’s swansong ‘Ikkis’ opens up well

  Maddock Films’ heavily publicised new release ‘Ikkis’, featuring the legendary Dharmendra in his final screen appearance, has opened respectably across India. For a film that does not rely on conventional commercial trappings, the opening‑day performance is commendable on face value. However, given its substantial budget, the initial figures fall short of what would be considered ... Read more The post Box Office: Dharmendra’s swansong ‘Ikkis’ opens up well appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Utsav Bharat to air Hindi dubbed version of Star Jalsha supernatural series ‘Laukik Alaukik’

  Utsav Bharat has announced that it will air a Hindi dubbed version of Star Jalsha supernatural series ‘Aloukik Na Loukik’. The Hindi version titled ‘Laukik Alaukik’ will air from Monday 5th January at 21:00 for 60-minutes daily. Inspired by the popular Bengali book series by Probir Ghosh, ‘Aloukik Na Loukik’ will showcase a series of ... Read more The post Utsav Bharat to air Hindi dubbed version of Star Jalsha supernatural series ‘Laukik Alaukik’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• UK TV Ratings: Utsav Plus ends 2025 at No.1 on New Year’s Eve

  Utsav Plus ended 2025 at No.1 on New Year’s Eve Wednesday, according to exclusive data obtained by BizAsiaLive.com. The broadcaster raked in a share of 0.18%. Its top rated shows were ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ at 18:00 with 61,000 viewers and ‘Anupamaa’ with 45,000 viewers. The Indian Television Academy Awards – Main Event ... Read more The post UK TV Ratings: Utsav Plus ends 2025 at No.1 on New Year’s Eve appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Meera Syal awarded damehood in King’s New Year Honours

  Meera Syal, the acclaimed actress, comedian, and writer, has been awarded a damehood in the King’s New Year Honours list. The recognition celebrates her contributions to literature, drama, and charitable work. Dame Meera Syal’s recognition is the latest in a long line of accolades for a career that has spanned more than four decades. Born ... Read more The post Meera Syal awarded damehood in King’s New Year Honours appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• UK Box Office: ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ fails to make Top 10; ‘Dhurandhar’ rules

  Dharma Productions’ heavily promoted release ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ failed to secure a place in the Top 10 in the latest weekly box‑office rankings for the period ending 26th December. Starring Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday, the film opened on Christmas Day, earning £81,143 in its first two days. The title ... Read more The post UK Box Office: ‘Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri’ fails to make Top 10; ‘Dhurandhar’ rules appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Haq’ set for Netflix premiere this week

  Netflix has announced that thriller ‘Haq’ will premiere on Thursday, 1st January 2026, marking one of the platform’s first major releases of the new year. It stars Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam. ‘Haq’ is described as an intense, character‑driven drama that explores the fine line between justice and vengeance. Set against a backdrop of political ... Read more The post Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Haq’ set for Netflix premiere this week appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• UK TV Ratings: Utsav Plus stays top in Hindi genre on Monday

  Utsav Plus remained the No.1 Hindi broadcaster on Monday, according to exclusive data obtained by BizAsiaLive.com. Utsav Plus garnered 0.17% share with ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ raking in 44,000 viewers, followed by ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ with 34,000 viewers and ‘Anupamaa’ with 29,000 viewers. Sony TV delivered 0.10% with ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ ... Read more The post UK TV Ratings: Utsav Plus stays top in Hindi genre on Monday appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Saif Ali Khan confirms acquiring Hindi remake rights of Nilanjana Roy’s novel ‘Black River’

  Saif Ali Khan has revealed that he has purchased the rights to Nilanjana Roy’s acclaimed novel ‘Black River’, with plans to develop it into a feature film. The actor spoke about his admiration for the book, describing it as one of the works that has resonated with him most deeply. Reflecting on what drew him ... Read more The post Saif Ali Khan confirms acquiring Hindi remake rights of Nilanjana Roy’s novel ‘Black River’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Rohit Shetty to introduce first ever female villain in ‘Golmaal 5’

  Rohit Shetty is set to take the ‘Golmaal’ franchise in a new direction with ‘Golmaal 5’, which will introduce the series’ first‑ever female villain. The fantasy‑comedy is scheduled to begin filming in March 2026 in Goa, marking a fresh chapter for one of Bollywood’s most successful comedy brands. The film will reunite the original ensemble, ... Read more The post Rohit Shetty to introduce first ever female villain in ‘Golmaal 5’ appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.

• Kartik Aaryan’s next with Kabir Khan to go on the floors in February 2026

  Kartik Aaryan is set to reunite with director Kabir Khan for a major new feature, scheduled to go on floors in February 2026. The film will be shot over approximately nine months, with an extensive schedule planned across multiple real locations worldwide, including a significant portion set against the backdrop of Kashmir. A 2027 release ... Read more The post Kartik Aaryan’s next with Kabir Khan to go on the floors in February 2026 appeared first on BizAsiaLive | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music.