A quick look at everything making news in cinema today.
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Kartik Aaryan will replace Aditya RoyKapur in an upcoming film.
Saif Ali Khan has reportedly signed on to star in NH 10 director Navdeep Singh’s next.
Heard On The Street
Tubelight distributors will meet with actor Salman Khan to ask him to compensate the losses they incurred. The Kabir Khan directed film, which released during the Eid weekend this year, failed to do well at the box office.
Vikram Vedha will release on July 21.
Spotlight
Malayalam actor Dileep was arrested by the Kerala police on July 10.
A spokesperson for the police confirmed the news and said, “Dileep has been arrested. He was taken into custody earlier today, and his arrest is being recorded right now. Any further developments will come from the SIT. They will make an announcement shortly.”
At present, the actor has been sent to Aluva sub-jail.
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Junior NTR’s spokesperson has dismissed recent claims that the story of Jai Lava Kusa was stolen from Puri Jagannadh. “The news is not true. It is unfortunate that such allegations are being made. Can’t speak more about this at this point.”
Let Them Eat Cake!
Actor Kumar Gaurav, Writers Amitav Ghosh and Jhumpa Lahiri, director Bala will all turn a year older today!