Akshay Kumar is glad Laxmmi Bomb is getting a digital release on Disney+Hotstar, but says he's 'sad for theatres'
4 years, 6 months ago

Akshay Kumar is glad Laxmmi Bomb is getting a digital release on Disney+Hotstar, but says he's 'sad for theatres'

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Disney+Hotstar on 29 June announced its slate of seven films, which will have a direct-to-digital release this year, including Laxmmi Bomb. Akshay Kumar said theatres have the “first birthright” over movies and though he’s excited his upcoming Laxmmi Bomb will stream digitally, he feels sad it couldn’t release on the big screen. The streamer announced its slate of seven films which will have a direct-to-digital release, including Ajay Devgn’s Bhuj: The Pride of India, Abhishek Bachchan starrer The Big Bull, and Sadak 2, featuring Alia Bhatt. pic.twitter.com/s8IOlxI8qs — Disney+ Hotstar VIP June 29, 2020 Laxmmi Bomb would be the actor’s first digital release in a career of nearly three decades. Theatres as well as digital screens will survive and grow together with films.” Shankar was of the view that a similar debate arose when TV first started airing films, with many fearing that people would stop going to cinema halls.

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Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi to Ranveer Singh's 83, Bollywood Calendar 2021-2022
3 years, 3 months ago

Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi to Ranveer Singh's 83, Bollywood Calendar 2021-2022

India Today  

The Hindi film industry is gearing up to win the audience’s hearts with big movie releases. While producers focused on the digital platform as the novel coronavirus pandemic made it necessary to shut cinemas, they are ready to bring movie lovers back to the theatres. The release dates of many highly-anticipated films such as Akshay Kumar’s Sooryavanshi, Bachchan Pandey and …

Ajay Devgn and Tamannaah Bhatia to make digital debut on Disney+ Hotstar?
3 years, 9 months ago

Ajay Devgn and Tamannaah Bhatia to make digital debut on Disney+ Hotstar?

India TV News  

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn may have joined actors Saif Ali Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Akshay Kumar and others as he gears up to make his digital debut. Ajay Devgn wrote, "Dua mein yaad rakhna, naam hai Sudarshan. Image Source : PR Ajay Devgn to make digital debut on Disney+ Hotstar? As soon as Ajay Devgn's look surfaced on the internet, fans …

Akshay Kumar's horror-comedy Laxmii to only have OTT premiere, despite reopening of cinemas
4 years, 2 months ago

Akshay Kumar's horror-comedy Laxmii to only have OTT premiere, despite reopening of cinemas

Firstpost  

Laxmii is among the seven major Hindi movies to get a direct-to-digital release on Disney+ Hotstar. Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani’s horror-comedy Laxmii is set to exclusively premiere on Disney+ Hotstar at 7.05pm today. Here are the updates A remake of the director Raghava Lawrence’w own Tamil hit, Kanchana, Laxmii is produced by Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films, Fox …

Laxmii Movie Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani starrer to premiere on Disney Plus Hotstar today
4 years, 2 months ago

Laxmii Movie Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani starrer to premiere on Disney Plus Hotstar today

India TV News  

Earlier titled 'Laxmmi Bomb,' the Raghava Lawrence directorial 'Laxmii' is all set to hit the OTT platform Disney Plus Hotstar today at 7:05 pm. Starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani in the lead, the horror-comedy is produced by Akshay Kumar’s Cape of Good Films, Fox Star Studios, and Tusshar Kapoor. The original name of the film was changed after the …

Makers of Akshay Kumar-starrer Laxmmi Bomb get legal notice from Shri Rajput Karni Sena, demanding title change: report
4 years, 2 months ago

Makers of Akshay Kumar-starrer Laxmmi Bomb get legal notice from Shri Rajput Karni Sena, demanding title change: report

Hindustan Times  

There is fresh trouble for Akshay Kumar-starrer Laxmmi Bomb. Days before the film’s release on an OTT platform, the makers have reportedly received a legal notice from the Shri Rajput Karni Sena. Laxmmi Bomb, starring Akshay and Kiara Advani in the lead roles, is scheduled to release on November 9 on Disney+ Hotstar. According to a report on Zoom TV, …

Hindu Sainiks demand for change in Laxmmi Bomb’s title, threaten to protest outside cinema halls
4 years, 2 months ago

Hindu Sainiks demand for change in Laxmmi Bomb’s title, threaten to protest outside cinema halls

India TV News  

One month ahead of its release, Akshay Kumar’s Laxmmi Bomb has been stuck in a controversy. Recently, the Hindu Sena has created a little trouble for the makers of the film as the Sainiks of the organization have demanded a change in the title of Laxmmi Bomb. The film’s title didn’t go down well with them because the word ‘Bomb’ …

Laxmmi Bomb producer Tusshar Kapoor: Good content works regardless of screen size
4 years, 2 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb producer Tusshar Kapoor: Good content works regardless of screen size

India TV News  

Laxmmi Bomb has become the first big-ticket movie to pursue discussions about a digital release. As the Akshay Kumar starrer is gearing for a Diwali release on Disney+Hotstar, Producer Tusshar Kapoor feels shifting gears to an OTT release was a practical, though difficult, decision. Plus, this film is different from masala movies, and good content works regardless of screen size” …

Akshay Kumar releases biggest dance track of the year Burj Khalifa from Laxmmi Bomb
4 years, 2 months ago

Akshay Kumar releases biggest dance track of the year Burj Khalifa from Laxmmi Bomb

India Today  

The much awaited Burj Khalifa song from Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Laxmmi Bomb is finally out. Watch Burj Khalifa song here: Sharing the song, Akshay Kumar wrote, "We just dropped the biggest dance track of the year! The trailer of Laxmmi Bomb begins on an intense note with Akshay Kumar saying 'Ye bhoot kuch nahi hota hai, jis din sach …

Akshay Kumar is hanging around casually waiting for Burj Khalifa song from Laxmmi Bomb. See pic
4 years, 2 months ago

Akshay Kumar is hanging around casually waiting for Burj Khalifa song from Laxmmi Bomb. See pic

India Today  

Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani are excited to release Burj Khalifa song from Laxmmi Bomb. Sharing the photo, Akshay Kumar wrote, "Just hanging around casually waiting for #BurjKhalifa to drop? The trailer of Laxmmi Bomb begins on an intense note with Akshay Kumar saying 'Ye bhoot kuch nahi hota hai, jis din sach mei mere saamne bhoot aaya na, toh …

Laxmmi Bomb song Burj Khalifa teaser: Akshay Kumar is ready to go all out to woo Kiara Advani
4 years, 2 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb song Burj Khalifa teaser: Akshay Kumar is ready to go all out to woo Kiara Advani

Hindustan Times  

Akshay Kumar is all set to unveil the first song from his upcoming film, Laxmmi Bomb. Titled Burj Khalifa, the party number will star Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani romancing in and around Dubai. In contrast to 2007 horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Akshay is seen playing the role of a possessed transgender woman and is seen sporting a saree for the …

Aamir Khan lauds Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb and new Taare Zameen Par-Paradise mashup
4 years, 2 months ago

Aamir Khan lauds Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb and new Taare Zameen Par-Paradise mashup

India TV News  

Aamir Khan is all praise for the trailer of the upcoming Akshay Kumar-starrer horror comedy Laxmmi Bomb, and says that he wishes the film had a theatrical release. Replying to his tweet, Akshay Kumar expressed that Aamir's encouragement means a lot in these "heavy times". Aamir Khan is the latest Bollywood star to demand a theatrical release for "Laxmmi Bomb", …

Akshay Kumar replies to Taapsee Pannu's disappointment on Laxmmi Bomb not opening in theatres
4 years, 3 months ago

Akshay Kumar replies to Taapsee Pannu's disappointment on Laxmmi Bomb not opening in theatres

India TV News  

Superstar Akshay Kumar on Friday replied to a tweet by Taapsee Pannu, where the actress had expressed disappointment that his much-hyped Diwali release, Laxmmi Bomb, would open on OTT and not the big screen. Earlier the same day, Taapsee had tweeted her sentiments shortly after Akshay posted the trailer of the upcoming horror comedy on his Twitter account. Actress Meera …

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Reveals He's Victim of Caste Bias, Akshay Kumar Launches 'Laxmmi Bomb' Trailer
4 years, 3 months ago

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Reveals He's Victim of Caste Bias, Akshay Kumar Launches 'Laxmmi Bomb' Trailer

News 18  

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar’s highly anticipated movie Laxmmi Bomb has released its trailer before arriving on OTT during the Diwali week. Read: ‘Saath Nibhana Saathiya 2’ Launch Date Announced, Here are New Pics of Devoleena Bhattacharjee and Rupal Patel from Set In another news, actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui talked about caste-based discrimination in India and said that many people from his …

Laxmmi Bomb Trailer Celeb and Fan reactions: Varun Dhawan and others claim 'King of comedy' is back
4 years, 3 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb Trailer Celeb and Fan reactions: Varun Dhawan and others claim 'King of comedy' is back

India TV News  

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar finally released the trailer of his most awaited film Laxmmi bomb. The trailer shows how a transgender ghost possesses Akshay Kumar and he starts to behave like one in front of the parents of Kiara Advani. From Varun Dhawan to Vivek Oberoi, everyone lauded Akshay Kumar's performance and claimed that they are looking forward to a …

Laxmmi Bomb Trailer Out! Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani's horror-comedy to leave you intrigued this Diwali
4 years, 3 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb Trailer Out! Akshay Kumar, Kiara Advani's horror-comedy to leave you intrigued this Diwali

India TV News  

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's most awaited film Laxmmi Bomb will premiere on the OTT platform this Diwali on November 9. Akshay Kumar shared the trailer and said, "Jahan kahi bhi hain, wahi ruk jaayyein aur taiyyaar ho jaayyein dekhne #LaxmmiBomb ka trailer, kyunki barasne aa rahi hai Laxmmi! Watch the Laxmmi Bomb trailer here- Teasing fans about the trailer, Akshay …

When is Laxmmi Bomb releasing on Disney+Hotstar? Akshay Kumar wants you to keep the popcorn ready
4 years, 3 months ago

When is Laxmmi Bomb releasing on Disney+Hotstar? Akshay Kumar wants you to keep the popcorn ready

India Today  

Akshay Kumar’s highly-anticipated horror-comedy, Laxmmi Bomb, is all set to release on Disney+Hotstar on November 9. Asking the viewers to be fully prepared for the film release, Akshay Kumar shared a video on Instagram. Sharing the video, Akshay Kumar wrote, “Keep your Remote, Popcorn Nachos, Coke Cushions and blankets ready as #LaxmmiBomb is coming to your home soon. Bell Bottom …

Akshay Kumar’s Laxmmi Bomb to get theatrical release in select overseas markets on November 9
4 years, 3 months ago

Akshay Kumar’s Laxmmi Bomb to get theatrical release in select overseas markets on November 9

Hindustan Times  

Raghava Lawrence’s Laxmmi Bomb, starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani, will release in theatres in select overseas markets - Australia, New Zealand and UAE - on November 9. “This Diwali, Laxmmi Bomb to release day and date on 9th November in Australia, New Zealand and UAE. In a virtual press conference earlier this year, Akshay said that his role in …

Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb to release in theatres of Australia, New Zealand, UAE on 9 November
4 years, 3 months ago

Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb to release in theatres of Australia, New Zealand, UAE on 9 November

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Along with Laxmmi Bomb, three other films which bypassed theatrical releases to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar, will release in Australian cinemas in October. Raghava Lawrence’s Laxmmi Bomb, starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani, will release in theatres in select overseas markets - Australia, New Zealand and UAE - on November 9. Lootcase, Dil Bechara and Sadak 2 are among the …

Laxmmi Bomb locks digital release date, adds to woes of theatre owners
4 years, 3 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb locks digital release date, adds to woes of theatre owners

Live Mint  

Actor Akshay Kumar announcing the release date for his horror comedy Laxmmi Bomb on Disney+ Hotstar on Wednesday caused further anxiety among India’s theatre chains. Kumar’s own action thriller Sooryavanshi has committed to a Diwali release in theatres but may be compelled to push its date, if not seek a partial digital release, entertainment industry experts say. “When an Akshay …

Laxmmi Bomb teaser: Akshay Kumar film to release on Nov 9 on Disney+ Hotstar, actor promises a big blast on Diwali
4 years, 3 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb teaser: Akshay Kumar film to release on Nov 9 on Disney+ Hotstar, actor promises a big blast on Diwali

Hindustan Times  

Akshay Kumar has confirmed the release date of his upcoming film Laxmmi Bomb, in which he will be seen in the role of a transgender. A voice echoes in the background, “Aaj se tera naam Laxman nahi, Laxmmi Hoga.” A bleeding wound is Sharing the teaser, Akshay wrote, “Iss Diwali aapke gharon mein “laxmmi” ke saath ek dhamakedar “bomb” bhi …

Akshay Kumar turns 53: A look at the actor's upcoming projects from Laxmmi Bomb to Sooryavanshi
4 years, 4 months ago

Akshay Kumar turns 53: A look at the actor's upcoming projects from Laxmmi Bomb to Sooryavanshi

Firstpost  

Akshay Kumar, who made his debut with Saugandh in 1991, has multiple upcoming projects. Akshay Kumar celebrates his 53rd birthday today in Scotland, where he is currently shooting for Bell Bottom alongside Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta. Laxmmi Bomb Raghava Lawrence’s Tamil horror comedy remake, Laxmmi Bomb, will see Kumar as a man haunted by vengeful ghosts. Prithviraj …

Akshay Kumar starrer Laxmmi Bomb’s digital release stopped or pushed till Diwali 2020?
4 years, 4 months ago

Akshay Kumar starrer Laxmmi Bomb’s digital release stopped or pushed till Diwali 2020?

India TV News  

Akshay Kumar’s Laxmmi Bomb which was said to be releasing on September 9 on the OTT platform has been reportedly postponed till Diwali this year. Earlier also, Laxmmi Bomb’s release had been pushed due to lockdown as it was supposed to hit the screens in May on Eid. Many are saying that the makers do not want Laxmmi Bomb to …

Akshay Kumar’s Sooryavanshi, Ranveer Singh’s 83 could head to streaming if theatres don’t open on time: Reliance CEO
4 years, 4 months ago

Akshay Kumar’s Sooryavanshi, Ranveer Singh’s 83 could head to streaming if theatres don’t open on time: Reliance CEO

Hindustan Times  

Sooryavanshi and ‘83, two high-profile Hindi films still holding out on a theatrical release, might be forced to turn to streaming after all. Reliance Entertainment CEO Shibasish Sarkar has said that in the scenario that theatres fail to open up by a certain time, the films could possibly be rolled out on streaming platforms. So the first option is to …

Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb to Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: 7 Bollywood films confirmed for direct OTT release
4 years, 6 months ago

Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb to Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: 7 Bollywood films confirmed for direct OTT release

India TV News  

Seven big Bollywood films have found their way through OTT. Speculations were already rife regarding Akshay Kuma's Laxmmi Bomb going for a digital release rather than waiting for the theatres to reopen in the post-COVID world. Now, in the latest development, it has been confirmed that seven big films are set to release on Disney+Hotstar with Sushant Singh Rajput's Dil …

Akshay Kumar's Laxxmi Bomb, Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: The Pride of India to premiere on Disney+Hotstar; see teaser posters
4 years, 6 months ago

Akshay Kumar's Laxxmi Bomb, Ajay Devgn's Bhuj: The Pride of India to premiere on Disney+Hotstar; see teaser posters

Firstpost  

Disney+Hotstar announced that Sadak 2, Laxxmi Bomb, Bhuj: The Pride of India, The Big Bull, Lootcase, Khuda Hafiz will skip theatrical release and premiere straight on its platform. Watch #Sadak2 on @DisneyPlusHSVIP with #DisneyPlusHotstarVIPMultiplex pic.twitter.com/CxJ3aq3xEq — Alia Bhatt June 29, 2020 Akshay Kumar-starrer Laxxmi Bomb, which is a remake of super-hit Tamil horror comedy Kanchana, will also premiere on the …

Laxmmi Bomb to Sadak 2: 8 big films to directly release on Disney+ Hotstar
4 years, 6 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb to Sadak 2: 8 big films to directly release on Disney+ Hotstar

India Today  

After Shoojit Sircar's Gulabo Sitabo, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video on June 12, more big Hindi films will have digital releases. From Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb to Alia Bhatt's Sadak 2, sources reveal that eight films will be released on Disney+ Hotstar in the upcoming months. Laxmmi Bomb Starring Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani, Laxmmi Bomb is the official …

Laxmmi Bomb digital rights sold for Rs 125 crore? Just speculation, says OTT platform
4 years, 7 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb digital rights sold for Rs 125 crore? Just speculation, says OTT platform

India Today  

With the theatres being shut due to the novel coronavirus scare, more and more films are opting for a digital release. And it was being reported that the latest film to hop on the OTT release bandwagon is Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani’s horror comedy, Laxmmi Bomb. Not only this, reports were that the film’s digital rights have been sold …

It's Salman Khan Vs Akshay Kumar on Eid 2020: Radhe to clash with Laxmmi Bomb at box office
5 years, 2 months ago

It's Salman Khan Vs Akshay Kumar on Eid 2020: Radhe to clash with Laxmmi Bomb at box office

India TV News  

The big clash is on! Salman Khan starrer Radhe and Akshay Kumar's Laxmmi Bomb is all set to release on Eid 2020.According to a post shared by the Fox Star Hindi, the makers have confirmed that the Akshay Kumar starrer will release on Eid next year. "EID 2020 ko, saare desh mein machega shor, jab fatega #LaxmmiBomb aapke nazdeeki cinema …

Akshay Kumar shares Laxmmi Bomb look, Kalki Koechlin announces pregnancy: Top entertainment news of the week
5 years, 3 months ago

Akshay Kumar shares Laxmmi Bomb look, Kalki Koechlin announces pregnancy: Top entertainment news of the week

Hindustan Times  

The week gone by brought quite a few surprises with Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff’s War becoming the biggest Bollywood opener of all time. While Kalki Koechlin surprised her fans by announcing pregnancy, Akshay Kumar released his shocking look in a sari from upcoming film Laxmmi Bomb. From the premiere of Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss 13 to Sholay actor Viju …

Laxmmi Bomb first look: Akshay Kumar as sari-clad Laxmmi is here to shock and awe you this Navratri, see pic
5 years, 3 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb first look: Akshay Kumar as sari-clad Laxmmi is here to shock and awe you this Navratri, see pic

Hindustan Times  

Laxmmi Bomb is exactly what the title suggests – a firecracker that will shock and awe. On Navratri, Akshay Kumar shared the first look as Laxmmi from the Raghava Lawrence film Laxmmi Bomb and this is the most we have seen the actor straying from his comfort zone in the recent past. He wrote with the Laxmmi Bomb photo, “Navratri …

Prithviraj on Diwali to Laxmmi Bomb on Eid: 2020 is Akshay Kumar's year
5 years, 4 months ago

Prithviraj on Diwali to Laxmmi Bomb on Eid: 2020 is Akshay Kumar's year

India Today  

Akshay Kumar is having a splendid year so far. The Raghava Lawrence directorial, Laxmmi Bomb, which also stars Kiara Advani, is slotted for a May 22 release, coinciding with Eid, and Bachchan Pandey will hit the screens on Christmas next year. Here is everything one needs to know about Akshay Kumar's festive releases next year: LAXMMI BOMB, EID In Laxmmi …

Laxmmi Bomb: Will Akshay Kumar's most experimental film see the light of day?
5 years, 7 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb: Will Akshay Kumar's most experimental film see the light of day?

India Today  

Akshay Kumar's three-decade-long career graph can be easily compartmentalised into three zones. An official remake of Tamil film Kanchana, Laxmmi Bomb will see Akshay as a man possessed by a transgender ghost. Fox Star Studios Presents A Cape of Good Films Production in association with Shabinaa Entertainment & Tusshar Entertainment House Directed by Raghava Lawrence pic.twitter.com/vlXyK4HkNE Akshay Kumar May 18, …

Laxmmi Bomb director Raghava Lawrence quits Akshay Kumar film: 'Feel disrespected and disappointed'
5 years, 7 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb director Raghava Lawrence quits Akshay Kumar film: 'Feel disrespected and disappointed'

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A day after Akshay Kumar unveiled the first look of Laxmmi Bomb, director Raghava Lawrence has announced that he is stepping down from the project A day after Akshay Kumar unveiled the first look of Laxmmi Bomb, director Raghava Lawrence has announced that he is stepping down from the project. So I have decided to step out of the project, …

Laaxmi Bomb: Here's why Raghava Lawrence has stepped down as director for Akshay Kumar starrer
5 years, 7 months ago

Laaxmi Bomb: Here's why Raghava Lawrence has stepped down as director for Akshay Kumar starrer

India TV News  

Akshay Kumar who is currently busy with the shooting of Sooryavanshi recently shared the first look of film Laxmmi Bomb. Sharing the picture on Instagram Akshay captioned it, “‪Bringing you one bomb of a story,#LaxmmiBombstarring @kiaraaliaadvani & yours truly!Bursting in cinemas on 5th June,2020‬ Fox Star Studios Presents. However, filmmaker Raghava Lawrence didn't seem too pleased and has, in fact, …

Laxmmi Bomb: Akshay Kumar unveils first look from Raghava Lawrence's upcoming comedy
5 years, 7 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb: Akshay Kumar unveils first look from Raghava Lawrence's upcoming comedy

Firstpost  

Choreographer-turned-director Raghava Lawrence is all set to remake his super-hit Tamil horror comedy Kanchana in Hindi. Titled Laxmmi Bomb, the film stars Good News actors Akshay Kumar and Kiara Advani in the lead. Bringing you one bomb of a story,#LaxmmiBomb starring @Advani_Kiara & yours truly!Bursting in cinemas on 5th June,2020💥 Fox Star Studios Presents A Cape of Good Films Production …

Laxmmi Bomb First Look: Akshay Kumar flaunts kohl-rimmed eyes in bomb-astic poster. Film to release in June 2020
5 years, 7 months ago

Laxmmi Bomb First Look: Akshay Kumar flaunts kohl-rimmed eyes in bomb-astic poster. Film to release in June 2020

India TV News  

Akshay Kumar is all set to be seen in a never-before avatar in his upcoming film Laxmmi Bomb. Akshay Kumar will be sharing the screen space with Kabir Singh actress Kiara Advani for the second time in Laxmmi Bomb. Sharing the poster, Akshay Kumar wrote, "Bringing you one bomb of a story,#LaxmmiBomb starring @kiaraaliaadvani & yours truly!Bursting in cinemas on …

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