Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s debut production, Girls Will Be Girls, under their banner Pushing Buttons Studios, has been receiving widespread acclaim and appreciation. However, the journey to bring this film to life required significant effort from the duo.

During a recent media event, Fazal remarked, “We hail from a country known for its jugaad… its knack for finding solutions. In all honesty, we sought funds from various sources and even broke our fixed deposits to finance Girls Will Be Girls. But we succeeded.”

Richa also highlighted the importance of collaboration with other artists, which can empower many filmmakers to present their work. “For instance, we had the film edited in France and received a grant due to the film’s core concept,” added Richa, known for her role in Heeramandi.

To provide some context, Ali and Richa established their production company with the mission of supporting filmmakers struggling with financial limitations. Girls Will Be Girls marks their first venture.

The film premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, earning two awards and much acclaim. It gained further recognition when Priyanka Chopra shared her thoughts on the film via her Instagram Stories, praising it as “an honest, beautifully crafted story of desire, rebellion, and coming-of-age. #GirlsWillBeGirls, written and directed by #ShuchiTalati – streaming now, only on @primevideoin.”

Featuring newcomers Preeti Panigrahi and Kesav Binoy Kiron in pivotal roles alongside Kani Kusruti, Girls Will Be Girls tells the story of a young girl attending a boarding school in a Himalayan town in North India.

At a recent press event, Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal discussed the financial challenges they faced while bringing their first production to life. Richa noted, “We belong to a country renowned for its jugaad, that ability to find quick solutions. We reached out for funds from various sources and even broke our fixed deposits to finance Girls Will Be Girls. But ultimately, we succeeded.”

Ali added, “For example, this film was edited in France and received a grant due to its fundamental concept.”

To shed light on their initiative, Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha founded their production house with the intent of supporting filmmakers who face financial hurdles. Girls Will Be Girls is their inaugural project, directed by Shuchi Talati.

The film premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it garnered two awards and received positive reviews. Notable actors like Priyanka Chopra, Hrithik Roshan, and Aditi Rao Hydari expressed their admiration for the film after its release on OTT platforms.

In Girls Will Be Girls, newcomer Preeti Panigrahi delivers an outstanding performance, portraying a teenager in the throes of internal conflict. Her natural and spontaneous acting earned her the Special Jury Award for Acting at Sundance, highlighting her remarkable talent.

The film delves into the complexities of adolescence and societal pressures, centering on 18-year-old Mira’s journey of rebellion and emotional turmoil, intertwined with her mother’s unfinished coming-of-age story.

Moviegoers attending a late-night screening of “Pushpa 2” at a multiplex in Nagpur, Maharashtra, found themselves in the midst of a real-life action scene when police stormed the cinema hall to apprehend a man linked to serious criminal activities.

The arrest of Vishal Meshram occurred shortly after midnight on Thursday and left the audience in shock, although police reassured them that they could continue watching the film as they took the suspect into custody.

Vishal Meshram had been evading law enforcement for 10 months and was reportedly traced due to authorities discovering his interest in the newly released film, as stated by an official from the Pachpaoli police station. Meshram’s criminal record includes 27 cases, with charges for two murders and drug trafficking. He has a history of violent behavior, having been known to assault police officers in the past.

Law enforcement agencies had been diligently pursuing him using cyber surveillance techniques and monitoring his movements in a newly acquired sports utility vehicle (SUV). Upon confirming his location on Thursday, police deflated the tires of his vehicle parked outside the cinema to hinder any escape attempts.

As the film reached its climax, Meshram was fully engrossed when police entered the hall, quickly surrounding him and executing the arrest without giving him a chance to resist. He is currently being held in the Nagpur Central Jail and is set to be transferred to a facility in Nashik soon.

“Pushpa 2: The Rule,” starring Allu Arjun, is the sequel to the 2021 Telugu hit “Pushpa: The Rise” and was released on December 5 in various dubbed versions, including Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam.

The eagerly anticipated sequel to De De Pyaar De, titled De De Pyaar De 2, has been officially confirmed for a theatrical release on November 14, 2025. The original film featured a talented ensemble cast, including Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and Tabu.

The production teams, T-Series and Luv Films, shared the exciting announcement through social media, stating, “#DeDePyaarDe2 will be released on 14th November 2025. Directed by @anshul3112, and produced by #BhushanKumar, #KrishanKumar, #LuvRanjan, and @gargankur82. The screenplay is written by @tarun.j.85 and Luv Ranjan (sic).”

The sequel, helmed by director Anshul Sharma, is currently being filmed in picturesque locations across Punjab, Mumbai, and London. With Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar producing under T-Series, alongside Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg of Luv Films, the movie is poised for a mid-November release. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this beloved story.

In response to the announcement, fans shared their enthusiasm online. One user expressed, “Excited! The first part is my favorite,” while another requested, “Please reveal the cast soon!” A different fan added, “It’s a hit; just keep the music good.” One person urged, “Make sure the songs are blockbusters! We want to hear from Arijit Singh, Honey Singh, and Darshan Raval.”

According to reports, Luv Ranjan and his team have cast R. Madhavan in a significant role for De De Pyaar De 2. This collaboration will reunite him with Ajay Devgn following their intense encounter in Shaitaan. However, this time their on-screen chemistry is expected to take a lighter tone, adding humor to their rivalry, as per insider sources.

R. Madhavan is reportedly viewing this project as a refreshing change from his usual intense roles. After last appearing in the light-hearted romantic comedy Tanu Weds Manu, he is eager to join the fun of this sequel to the 2018 hit.

Both Madhavan and Devgn are said to be thrilled about the new energy that the filmmakers are bringing to the film. De De Pyaar De 2 will continue the story from the first installment, delving into the comedic situations that arise within Rakul Preet Singh’s character’s family. The sequel will explore the humorous dynamics of Ashish, a man in his 50s (played by Ajay), and Ayesha, a woman in her 20s (played by Rakul).