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Sizzling Samachar: Sunny Kaushal’s sleuth squad: A detective comedy in the making; Jackie Shroff’s epic Marathi comeback: Sci-fi horror edition

Sizzling Samachar of the Day - 23rd January 2025

Sizzling Samachar: Sunny Kaushal’s sleuth squad: A detective comedy in the making; Jackie Shroff’s epic Marathi comeback: Sci-fi horror edition

Sizzling Samachar of the Day 

Last Updated: 09.03 PM, Jan 23, 2025

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Welcome to another episode of your daily entertainment news, I'm your host Nikhil Kumar. News from Bollywood up next.

Sunny Kaushal’s sleuth squad: A detective comedy in the making

After captivating fans in Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba, Sunny teams up with Nimrat Kaur and Medha Shankr for the first time in a Laxman Utekar-produced, T-Series-backed film. Currently being shot in the vibrant locales of Rajasthan, the yet-untitled project promises a mix of wit, mystery, and adventure. While the trio keeps fans guessing about official announcements, the buzz is already high as Sunny’s knack for diving into complex characters meets Nimrat and Medha’s magnetic screen presence. Are you ready for this sleuthing spectacle? Keep watching!

Jackie Shroff’s epic Marathi comeback: Sci-fi horror edition

Jackie Shroff, the OG Bhidu of Bollywood, is all set to return to Marathi cinema after a decade! Known for slaying villain roles in Singham Again and Baby John last year, Jackie is now stepping into the realm of sci-fi horror with an untitled Marathi film starring Sharad Kelkar. Most of the film, shot around Pune, promises genre-defining chills. Jackie credits his lasting charm to his bond with fans, from street kids to dabbawalas, and his respect for young talent. With memes, recipes, and viral banter keeping him relatable, Jackie Shroff is the cool cat who never goes out of style!

The ‘White Lotus’ gets season 4 greenlight ahead of Thailand check-in

HBO’s award-winning satire The White Lotus is on a roll! With Season 3 premiering February 16, the network has already confirmed a fourth season. While details about the location, plot, and cast are still under wraps, we know the latest chapter takes us to Thailand, where Mike White tackles the theme of death in a Buddhist setting. Expect more rich folks behaving badly, with a star-studded cast including Carrie Coon, Leslie Bibb, Michelle Monaghan, Jason Isaacs, and Natasha Rothwell reprising her fan-favourite role as Belinda. Catch the first two seasons now on Jio Cinema, and buckle up for more mayhem!

CBS expands the ‘FBI’ universe with a “CIA” twist

CBS is adding another badge to its lineup of crime procedurals with FBI: CIA, a spin-off that pairs a strait-laced FBI agent with a street-smart CIA operative to tackle domestic terrorism in New York. Set to debut as a backdoor pilot in spring 2025, the show will be produced by procedural maestro Dick Wolf alongside Nicole Perlman (Captain Marvel) and former CIA officer David Chasteen. With casting underway, this marks the fourth scripted addition to the FBI universe, proving CBS's "All-FBI Tuesday" is a ratings powerhouse. Watch the action unfold alongside its sister shows on Paramount+.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese revive their murderous obsession

The devil might be in the details, but Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio are in the director’s chair, breathing life into The Devil in the White City yet again. After years of production limbo that saw DiCaprio option Erik Larson’s chilling true-crime novel, Scorsese hop on board, and even a Hulu series starring Keanu Reeves fall apart, the film adaptation is now back on track with 20th Century Studios. The story, set in 19th-century Chicago, follows architect Daniel Burnham and serial killer H.H. Holmes. Fingers crossed that this dream project finally escapes its cursed castle of delays!

Ocean's 14: Brad and George plan one last heist, this time with bullet trains

Looks like Danny Ocean and Rusty Ryan are back at it, with Bullet Train director David Leitch in final talks to helm Ocean’s 14! George Clooney and Brad Pitt are expected to reunite for the heist franchise’s slick return, which Clooney teased last year, comparing its vibe to Going in Style, a charming heist film featuring retirees with a mischievous streak. While Steven Soderbergh, the OG Ocean’s mastermind, has officially stepped back, the franchise’s billion-dollar charm is hard to resist. With its suave cast and fresh direction, Ocean’s 14 might just outshine its predecessors. Stay tuned for updates!

Magic, mayhem, and a stellar cast: 'Children of Blood and Bone' begins to take shape

The much-anticipated Children of Blood and Bone movie is shaping up into a star-studded epic! With Thuso Mbedu as Zelie, Damson Idris as Inan, and Amandla Stenberg as Amari, the cast is  a powerhouse of talent, joined by legends like Viola Davis, Cynthia Erivo, and Idris Elba. Directed by Paramount Pictures, the film adapts Tomi Adeyemi's bestseller about Zelie’s quest to restore magic and fight oppression in the kingdom of Orïsha. Originally linked to Lucasfilm, the project now hits theaters on January 15, 2027. Meanwhile, catch Amandla Stenberg in The Acolyte streaming on Disney+ now!

Well that's all for this episode, see you in the next one, this is your host Nikhil Kumar signing out.

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- Written by Apurva Dutta

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