Amar Kaushik: News
Amar Kaushik is an Indian film director and actor best known for directing hit films like 'Stree' (2018) and ‘Bala’ (2019). He began his career in 2008 as an assistant director in Raj Kumar Gupta’s ‘Aamir’ where he also appeared in a small role. Following this he assisted Gupta in two other films, ‘No One Killed Jessica’ (2011) and ‘Ghanchakkar’ (2013). He has also worked as an assistant director with Onir in ‘Sorry Bhai!’ (2008), ‘I Am’ (2010), and ‘Shab’ (2017). He was also the assistant director in ‘Go Goa Gone’ (2013), ‘Fukrey’ (2013), and ‘Beyond the Clouds’ (2017). In 2015, he produced two short films ‘Dry Dreams’ and ‘Fuddu Boys.’ In 2017, he made his directorial debut with the short film ‘Aaba,’ which was set in Arunachal Pradesh. The film was screened at the Toronto International Film Festival. It won the Special Jury Prize at the 2017 Berlin International Film Festival and Best Short Film at the New York Indian Film Festival. In 2018, Kaushik directed ‘Stree’ which was a commercial success. The same year he also directed the web series ‘Table No. 5’ on ZEE5. His next film ‘Bhediya’ is slated to release in 2022. He has been conferred with the Best Director award and Best Debutant Director award at the 2019 Filmfare Awards.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Mahavatar' delayed? Here's what is going on
Vicky Kaushal's upcoming mythological film, Mahavatar, is reportedly facing delays in its production and release schedule.
'Stree' director Amar Kaushik joins Netflix's 'Lust Stories 3'?
Amar Kaushik, who delivered the blockbuster Stree 2 in 2024, has apparently been signed on to direct one of the segments for Lust Stories 3.
What went wrong? Director reflects on 'Bhediya's underwhelming box-office performance
Renowned filmmaker Amar Kaushik, known for his successful films Stree and Bala, recently spoke about his 2022 horror-comedy Bhediya's poor box office performance.
Yami-Sunny's 'Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga' sequel in works: Report
Netflix India has greenlit a sequel to the 2023 heist thriller Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga, reported Peeping Moon.
Did SRK turn down horror-comedy 'Chamunda' with Alia Bhatt
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly rejected an offer to star in Maddock Films's next, Chamunda.
Manoj Muntashir threatens 'Sky Force' makers for ignoring his credit
Acclaimed lyricist Manoj Muntashir Shukla has taken to social media to express his anger after not being credited for his work on the song Maaye from Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Sky Force.
'Sky Force' trailer: Akshay Kumar-Veer Pahariya assure gripping patriotic drama
The much-awaited trailer of Sky Force, starring actor Akshay Kumar and debutant Veer Pahariya, dropped on Sunday.
'Sky Force': Akshay, Nimrat gear up to shoot 'musical spectacle'
Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Nimrat Kaur, along with debutant Veer Pahariya, will soon be shooting a grand promotional song for their upcoming movie Sky Force.
What drew director Amar Kaushik to Vicky's mythological film 'Mahavatar'
Director Amar Kaushik, who recently delivered the blockbuster Stree 2, will be directing a mythological film titled Mahavatar.
Vicky Kaushal's 4-year film line-up includes SLB, Rajkumar Hirani: Report
Over the next four years, Vicky Kaushal will be working with some of the most celebrated directors in Hindi cinema.
Director Amar Kaushik reveals 'multiple sequels' planned for 'Stree' franchise
Stree 2 director Amar Kaushik has confirmed plans for multiple sequels of the massive Bollywood hit and India's second-highest-grossing film of 2024 (after Kalki 2898 AD).
Shah Rukh Khan may star in 'Stree' director's adventure film
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly in discussions with director Amar Kaushik and producer Dinesh Vijan for a potential big-budget adventure film.
Here's when to stream 'Stree 2' for free on Prime
The hit Hindi comedy-horror flick, Stree 2, is all set to drop on Amazon Prime Video for free streaming on October 11. Right now, you can catch it on the platform through rental.
'Stree 2' arrives on Prime Video, but there's a twist!
Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank, starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, has made history by surpassing the ₹600 crore mark at the box office.
'Stree 2' becomes first Hindi movie to cross ₹600cr
Amar Kaushik's horror-comedy Stree 2 has made history by becoming the first Hindi film to cross the ₹600 crore mark at the domestic box office.
'Stree 2' box office: Shraddha-Rajkummar's film earns over ₹572 cr
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's horror-comedy Stree 2 has been holding strong at the box office since its release on August 15.
'Stree 2' prepares for OTT debut, but there's a twist
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, directed by Amar Kaushik and featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has been a massive success at the box office in 2024.
'Stree 2's dream run continues, approaches ₹550 crore mark
The horror-comedy Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has broken major box office records for 2024.
Record-breaker 'Stree 2' approaches ₹550 crore mark!
The much-hyped horror comedy, Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has broken major box office records for the year 2024.
'Stree 2's dream run continues, earns ₹530.5 crore
Despite facing stiff competition from new releases, Amar Kaushik's Stree 2 continues its impressive run at the box office.
Vijay's 'GOAT' fails Monday test, sees 50% drop in collections
Vijay's latest action film, GOAT, has experienced a significant decrease in box office collections on its first Monday.
'Stree 2' surpasses 'Pathaan'; is now second highest-earning Hindi film!
Amar Kaushik's Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has surpassed Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan to become the second highest-grossing Hindi film in India.
'Stree 2' is unstoppable; earns over ₹516cr!
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has surpassed all box office records for 2024 by entering the ₹500 crore club in India.
'Stree 2's dominance continues; to soon surpass 'Gadar 2'
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, continues its impressive run at the box office.
'Stree 2's dream run: Crosses ₹500cr mark in India
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has surpassed the ₹500cr mark at the Indian box office.
Not 'Vampires of Vijay Nagar'—Ayushmann-Rashmika's next is titled 'Thamba': Report
Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna are set to star in the upcoming horror-comedy which will be a part of Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe.
Box office: Unstoppable 'Stree 2' nears ₹500cr mark
Despite a drop in footfall after its third weekend, the horror-comedy Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao continues to hold strong at the box office.
Is Akshay part of 'Stree 3?' Director Amar Kaushik reveals
Director Amar Kaushik's recent release, Stree 2, is making a significant impact at the box office.
'Stree 2's dream box office run: Nears ₹500cr in India
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has continued its impressive run at the box office.
'Stree 2' collects ₹425cr; no signs of slowing down
Amar Kaushik's horror-comedy sequel, Stree 2, has been breaking box office records since its release on August 15, 2024.
Shraddha-Rajkummar's 'Stree 2' enters ₹400cr club in just 12 days
Stree 2, the sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, has reportedly earned over ₹400 crore net in India within just 12 days of its release.
'Stree 2' continues box office dominance, eyes ₹350 crore milestone
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, continues to dominate the box office.
'Stree 2's storm continues, earns ₹308.15cr in nine days
The horror-comedy film Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has made a significant impact at the box office since its release on Independence Day.
'Stree 2' continues to dominate box office, nears ₹300cr
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's horror-comedy film Stree 2 has continued its winning streak at the box office.
'Stree 2' enters ₹250 crore club within 6 days
The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, titled Stree 2, has made a significant impact at the box office.
Meet the 7.7ft-tall wrestler who plays Sarkata in 'Stree 2'
The recently released horror-comedy film Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank has been raking earth-shattering numbers at the box office since its Independence Day debut.
'Stree 2' surpasses 'Fighter,' 'Gadar 2' in first-weekend collections
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor's latest release, Stree 2, has set a new record with the highest single-day collection on Sunday, raking in a whopping ₹55 crore.
'Stree 2' cast salaries: Rajkummar earned ₹6cr, Shraddha made ₹5cr
The horror-comedy Stree 2 has been a box office sensation, crossing the ₹100 crore mark in just two days.
Does 'Stree 2' pass the Bechdel test
The recently released horror-comedy, Stree 2, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has become a hot topic of discussion among fans.
Box Office: Rajkummar-Shraddha's 'Stree 2' earns ₹90.30 crore
Amar Kaushik's horror-comedy Stree 2 has reportedly made a whopping ₹90.30 crore net at the box office in India, according to Sacnilk.
'Jawan,' 'Pathaan,' 'Stree 2': Bollywood's top five openings
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's horror-comedy sequel, Stree 2, has recorded the second-highest opening day collection in Bollywood history, per Koimoi.
OTT: When, where to watch Rajkummar-Shraddha's 'Stree 2'
Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank was released on Thursday, and defied all expectations by making a stellar debut.
'Stree 2' becomes 2024's biggest Hindi opener, earns over ₹54cr
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao's latest release, Stree 2, has made a smashing debut at the box office, surpassing all expectations.
Can you guess price of costliest 'Stree 2' ticket
Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank, the much-anticipated sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy Stree, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has hit the screens today.
It's not 'Stree 2' v/s 'Vedaa,' but Abhishek v/s Abhishek!
Actor Abhishek Banerjee is all set for the release of his two upcoming films, Stree 2 and Vedaa, both slated to hit the screens on Thursday (August 15).
'Stree 2' crosses ₹5cr in advanced bookings; targeting ₹35cr opening
The much-awaited sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, titled Stree 2, is all set to make a grand entry at the box office this Independence Day on Thursday.
'Stree 2' advance booking: 1L+ tickets sold in 48 hours
The highly-anticipated horror-comedy film Stree 2, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has set a new record by selling over one lakh tickets within just 48 hours of the commencement of advance booking.
Planning to watch 'Stree 2'? Revisit 'Stree's storyline first
The much-anticipated sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy blockbuster, Stree, is set to hit theaters on Independence Day (August 15).
'Stree 2' advance booking starts strong, eyes ₹30cr opening
The highly anticipated horror-comedy Stree 2, directed by Amar Kaushik and featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, has recorded a robust start in advance booking.
'Stree 2' advance booking: Earns ₹75L from over 20K tickets!
The highly-anticipated sequel to the 2018 hit film Stree, Stree 2, is emerging as a top contender in the fierce screen battle with other films releasing on Independence Day.
Confirmed! Varun Dhawan to make special appearance in 'Stree 2'
Varun Dhawan, who made his way into Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe with 2022's Bhediya, has confirmed his special appearance in the upcoming film, Stree 2.
'Stree 2' to host special night shows on August 14
The highly anticipated film, Stree 2, is set to release during the Independence Day weekend.
Disney+ Hotstar to premiere 'Munjya'? Here's what we know
The horror-comedy film Munjya set the box office on fire when it premiered on June 7, 2024.
'Stree 2' unveils new poster featuring Rajkummar Rao and gang
The much-awaited sequel to Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy, Stree 2, has stirred up anticipation with the unveiling of a new poster.
'Stree 2' trailer coming this week, confirms Shraddha Kapoor
Shraddha Kapoor, the star of the highly anticipated horror-comedy sequel Stree 2, confirmed on social media that the film's trailer will be released on Thursday.
'Two polar opposite roles': Abhishek Banerjee on 'Stree 2'-'Vedaa' clash
In an unusual turn of events, actor Abhishek Banerjee is preparing for the simultaneous release of his two films, Stree 2 and Vedaa, on August 15.
'Stree 3' confirmed? Director Amar Kaushik makes a major revelation
As the release date for Stree 2 approaches, director Amar Kaushik has hinted at a potential third installment in the series.
'Stree 2' teaser: Shraddha-Rajkummar's film promises laughs and scares
After the runaway success of the 2018 film Stree, the eagerly-awaited sequel is here to haunt us again!
'Stree 2' eyes Independence Day release, clashing with 'Pushpa 2'
The sequel to the blockbuster film Stree, featuring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao, is officially set to hit the screens on August 15, India's Independence Day.
'Stree 2' update: Abhishek Banerjee says 'VFX will take time'
Actor Abhishek Banerjee has provided insights into the highly-awaited sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit, Stree.
Pankaj Tripathi wants to slow down; shares 'Stree 2' anecdote
Acclaimed Hindi film actor Pankaj Tripathi is gearing up for one of the most important films of his career, Main Atal Hoon which is set to release on Friday. The Atal Bihari Vajpayee biopic has been in the buzz and before its release Tripathi opened up about his work to Indian Express.
Rajkummar-Shraddha's 'Stree 2' to release in August 2024
Stree is a cult film released in 2018. Fans have always wondered about a sequel. Ever since the reports suggested that director Amar Kaushik is planning one, the excitement has been huge.
Varun Dhawan's 'Bhediya' is finally streaming on OTT, for free
Varun Dhawan stans, rise and welcome the beast with moisty eyes!
Netflix's 'Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga' creates this record; details inside
Since the advent of OTT, there has been a new source for content and viewers have enjoyed high volumes of brilliant work. Recently, Netflix's Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga was released and now the film has reached a new milestone.
Varun Dhawan to play a crucial role in 'Stree 2'
Horror comedy has become a beneficial genre for producers as it is loved by viewers. It was in 2018 when Amar Kaushik's Stree became a money spinner at the box office and filmmakers started venturing into the genre.
'Bhediya' review: In Varun-Kriti starrer, Abhishek Banerjee is real star
Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon-starrer finally Bhediya hit the theaters on Friday, November 25.
'Bala' review: Ayushmann Khurrana uplifts this hilarious and relevant drama
That director Amar Kaushik is good at making his audiences laugh was established last year with his debut film Stree, but the challenge this time was whether he could lend some sensitivity and nuance to his product.
'Don't Be Shy Again' credit row: Badshah, Sachin-Jigar respond
Amar Kaushik's Bala is staring at yet another controversy.
Shraddha's 'Stree' to become fifth highest grosser of 2018 soon
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao starrer 'Stree' has come as a pleasant surprise for everyone as it has managed to make the cash registers jingle since the first day itself.
'Stree' remains unstoppable, inches towards Rs. 100 crore club
Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor's 'Stree' has managed to continue its winning streak at the box office in the second week as well.
Not Shraddha, but this is the real ghost in 'Stree'
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rai starrer 'Stree' has been winning the hearts since the day it was released.
Fear is the winner: 'The Nun' beats Bollywood-releases at box-office
The first week of September witnessed a fierce competition at the box office as Hollywood movie 'The Nun' was released along with JP Dutta's 'Paltan' and Sajid Ali's 'Laila Majnu'.
The real horror story of Nale Ba that inspired 'Stree'
'Stree' starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao hit the theaters this Friday.