Paresh Rawal confirms Govinda’s exit from Bhagam Bhag 2; calls Akshay Kumar, Manoj Bajpayee’s pairing ‘unique’

Recently, reports surfaced that Govinda has been replaced by Manoj Bajpayee in the sequel to Bhagam Bhag. Fans expressed their disappointment over the decision on social media, and now Paresh Rawal has confirmed Govinda’s exit. In a conversation with Bollywood Hungama, he also revealed that he will be playing a double role in the film. … Read more

Ghooskhor Pandat title change not enough, says FWICE; demands screening of Manoj Bajpayee’s film before release

Amid mounting backlash over the title of Neeraj Pandey’s film Ghooskhor Pandat, the makers have told the Delhi High Court that the Manoj Bajpayee-starrer will get a new title, following FIRs, protests and calls for a ban. However, the controversy is far from over. Weighing in on the matter, Federation of Western India Cine Employees … Read more

Makers decide to retitle Manoj Bajpayee starrer Ghooskhor Pandat amid row, Netflix tells Delhi High Court

Netflix informed the Delhi High Court that the producers of Manoj Bajpayee-starrer Ghooskhor Pandat have taken a “conscious decision” to change the film’s title in response to concerns raised over its wording that allegedly defames the Brahmin community. The streaming platform said the new title would better reflect the project’s narrative and intent. Ghooskhor Pandat … Read more

Ghooskhor Pandat row escalates: FWICE seeks ban on Manoj Bajpayee starrer

The upcoming film Ghooskhor Pandat, starring Manoj Bajpayee and directed by Neeraj Pandey and Ritesh Shah, has sparked controversy over its title since its announcement last week. What began with objections on social media has escalated, with the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) calling the title “offensive and derogatory” and demanding a ban. … Read more

Veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa dies at 68, Manoj Bajpayee & Priyanka Chopra Jonas pay tributes

New Delhi, Veteran Nepalese actor Sunil Thapa, who featured in the hit series “The Family Man” and “Mary Kom”, has passed away at the age of 68. Veteran Nepali actor Sunil Thapa dies at 68, Manoj Bajpayee & Priyanka Chopra Jonas pay tributes According to Nepalese newspaper The Kathmandu Post, Thapa was rushed to Norvic … Read more

Ghooskhor Pandat row: Protestors burn Manoj Bajpayee, Neeraj Pandey’s effigies, threaten to blacken their faces

The controversy around Neeraj Pandey’s upcoming film, Ghooskhor Pandat, has spilled onto the streets as well, with protests against the film’s allegedly offensive title across the country. In many places, effigies of producer Pandey and the film’s lead actor Manoj Bajpayee were burnt. The film has been accused of defaming the Brahmin community by associating … Read more

Ghooskhor Pandat row: Anurag Thakur welcomes Centre’s directive to Netflix to remove teaser of Manoj Bajpayee film

Ghooskhor Pandat, an upcoming Netflix release starring Manoj Bajpayee, has stirred controversy over its title. It prompted creator Neeraj Pandey and lead star Manoj Bajpayee to issue a clarification, saying the intention was not to cause hurt and that they are withdrawing all the publicity material related to the movie. Now, senior Bharatiya Janata Party … Read more

Manoj Bajpayee breaks silence after FIR on Neeraj Pandey, Ghooskhor Pandat team: ‘Not a statement on community’

After Netflix India announced its slate of web series and films for 2026, one project caught the attention for all the wrong reasons. An FIR was filed against the makers of the film Ghooskhor Pandat for allegedly hurting sentiments with its title and content. After director Neeraj Pandey, lead actor Manoj Bajpayee broke the silence … Read more

Fans unhappy with Manoj Bajpayee reportedly replacing Govinda in Bhagam Bhag 2: ‘Without him, film makes no sense’

In 2006, the chemistry and comic timing of Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal and Govinda made Bhagam Bhag an instant fan favourite. Now, if reports are to be believed, the film is all set to get a sequel. However, a major casting change has left Reddit users unimpressed. Manoj Bajpayee to reportedly replace Govinda in Bhagam … Read more

Internet fumes over title of Manoj Bajpayee’s movie Ghooskhor Pandat: ‘Netflix, be ready to face mass boycott’

Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee’s upcoming Netflix film Ghooskhor Pandat landed in controversy soon after its teaser was unveiled on February 3 during a Netflix event. While the teaser introduces Manoj as a morally compromised police officer entangled in corruption and conspiracy, it is the film’s title, not its plot, that has triggered a fierce backlash … Read more