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Safia/Safdar is a compelling ZEE5 film featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Kanwaljit Singh, and Aditi Subedi. The story follows Safia, a determined young woman who assumes a male identity, "Safdar," to navigate a male-dominated world after her father becomes paralyzed. Directed by Baba Azmi, the film tackles gender inequality with honesty, showcasing Safia's struggles and triumphs.

Akshay Kumar's highly anticipated game show, Wheel of Fortune, premieres on January 27, 2026, on Sony TV and Sony LIV. The new promo highlights Kumar's engaging interactions with contestants as he explains the game's intriguing rules, which blend puzzles and luck. Contestants guess letters to win prizes, but risks include losing everything if they land on a snake. 

Safia/Safdar, directed by Baba Azmi, premiered on ZEE5 on January 16, 2026. The film, featuring Naseeruddin Shah, Aditi Subedi, and Kanwaljit Singh, tells the poignant story of Safia, an engineering student who must support her family after her father's paralysis. The film explores themes of identity and survival in a patriarchal society, symbolized by its title's duality. 

In Episode 171 of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, the Virani family faces turmoil as Bauji’s sister uncovers the truth about Mihir and Tulsi's deteriorating marriage. Despite Noina’s attempts to cover for them, Buaji confronts Mihir about the divorce. Meanwhile, Angad and Vrinda navigate their romantic dynamics amidst financial struggles. Tulsi steps in to resolve family issues.

MTV Splitsvilla returns with Season 16, titled "Pyaar Ya Paisa," premiering January 9, 2026. This season features Sunny Leone as the Queen of Hearts and Karan Kundrra as the King of Hearts, alongside Mischief Makers Nia Sharma and Uorfi Javed. A key change includes Simran Behl as an Insider, a role traditionally held by former contestants. 

"Border 2" is the anticipated sequel to the iconic 1997 film "Border," directed by J.P. Dutta, focusing on untold stories from the 1971 Indo-Pak War. Set for a theatrical release on January 23, 2026, it stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, and Diljit Dosanjh. The original film, now streaming on JioHotstar, depicts the valiant efforts of Indian soldiers during

Wheel of Fortune India, hosted by Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, is set to premiere on January 27, 2026. The show will air on SonyTV and SonyLIV from Monday to Friday at 9 PM. Akshay's return to TV hosting brings his trademark wit and energy, aimed at engaging audiences across India. The format, blending luck and language skills, promises a lavish set and immersive experience.

Nikkhil Advani's second season of Freedom at Midnight on Sony LIV (OTTplay Premium) has received acclaim for its emotional depth, particularly highlighted by Abhishek Banerjee's impactful cameo as a Hindu rioter in the Calcutta riots. His character, driven by tragedy, finds a dramatic climax in a poignant surrender to Mahatma Gandhi, echoing themes from the classic film Gandhi. 

Ranveer Singh's blockbuster Dhurandhar is dominating the 2025 box office, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of all time. Directed by Aditya Dhar, this spy action thriller features Singh as Hamza Ali Mazhari, who infiltrates terrorist groups. Though it ranks eighth on Letterboxd's top-rated action films, it trails behind south films of Bison Kalmadan and Lokah Chapter 1 Chandra. 

"Freedom at Midnight Season 2," directed by Nikkhil Advani, is now streaming on SonyLIV and has garnered positive reviews for its human-centric depiction of India's Partition. It explores emotional turmoil and leader dynamics among Gandhi, Nehru, Patel, and Jinnah. Advani noted that both seasons were filmed together for production efficiency.