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Ayan Mukerji: News

Ayan Mukerji is an Indian film director who predominantly works in the Bollywood industry. He was born on August 15, 1983, in Mumbai to popular Bengali film actor Deb Mukherjee. Ayan belongs to the illustrious Mukherjee-Samarth family of Bollywood. He is also the first cousin of actress Kajol and the second cousin of Rani Mukerji. Ayan began his career in showbiz as an assistant to Indian film director and his brother-in-law Ashutosh Gowariker on the 2004 film ‘Swades.’ Later, he also served as an assistant to Karan Johar on the 2006 film ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna.’ After taking a short break from filmmaking, Ayan made his directorial debut in 2009 with the coming-of-age comedy-drama ‘Wake Up Sid,’ which earned him a Filmfare Award for Best Director. His next film, the 2013 musical romantic comedy-drama ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani,’ became one of the highest-grossing Hindi films ever. He has also directed the upcoming superhero trilogy film titled ‘Brahmastra.’

05 Jul 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Naga Vamsi to distribute Jr NTR-Hrithik's 'War 2' in Telugu

The highly anticipated action-thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, will hit theaters on August 14 this year.

03 Jul 2025
Konkona Sen Sharma

Will 'Wake Up Sid' ever get a sequel? Konkona reveals 

Konkona Sen Sharma, who will be seen in the upcoming film Metro... In Dino, recently spoke about the possibility of sequels to her popular films like Mr. and Mrs. Iyer (2002) and Wake Up Sid (2009).

02 Jul 2025
Hrithik Roshan

'War 2' synopsis out! Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR clash coming up

The highly anticipated action drama War 2, starring Jr. NTR, Hrithik Roshan, and Kiara Advani, is set to hit theaters on August 14.

02 Jul 2025
Hrithik Roshan

'War 2': Hrithik, Jr NTR to promote film separately

Yash Raj Films (YRF) is reportedly planning to keep lead actors Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR apart during the promotional events for their upcoming film War 2.

26 Jun 2025
Aditya Chopra

'War 2' posters out! Hrithik, Kiara, Jr NTR shine

The makers of the highly anticipated action-thriller War 2 have unveiled three new posters featuring lead actors Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, and Jr. NTR.

20 Jun 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Why Ayan chose to enter Spy Universe with 'War 2' 

Ayan Mukerji, the director of the upcoming action thriller War 2, has opened up about his vision for the film.

11 Jun 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Jr. NTR starts dubbing for Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2'

Jr. NTR, the star of RRR fame, has reportedly started dubbing for his upcoming Bollywood debut film War 2, after he was seen strolling into the dubbing studio.

05 Jun 2025
Aditya Chopra

Has Ayan Mukerji put 'Brahmastra 2' on hold?

Director Ayan Mukerji is reportedly shifting his focus from Brahmastra Part Two to Dhoom 4, the much-awaited reboot of the action thriller franchise.

04 Jun 2025
Jaya Bachchan

'Bakwas sab...': Jaya Bachchan snaps at paps during prayer meet

Veteran actor and politician Jaya Bachchan recently had a heated exchange with paparazzi at the prayer meeting of late filmmaker Rono Mukherjee.

02 Jun 2025
Aditya Chopra

Is Ranbir Kapoor the next face of 'Dhoom 4'?

Aditya Chopra, the head of Yash Raj Films (YRF), has reportedly teamed up with writer Shridhar Raghavan to finalize the script for Dhoom 4.

20 May 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Shoot, budget, cast fees: Everything to know about 'War 2'

The much-awaited teaser of War 2, featuring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, was released on Tuesday.

20 May 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Here's how much Hrithik, Jr NTR earned for 'War 2' 

The much-awaited teaser of Yash Raj Films's upcoming spy thriller, War 2, was released on Tuesday morning, on the occasion of one of its lead stars, Jr NTR's birthday.

20 May 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Hrithik and Jr NTR clash in thrilling 'War 2' teaser

The much-anticipated teaser for Yash Raj Films's upcoming spy thriller, War 2, was released on Tuesday morning. It premiered just in time to celebrate the birthday of one of its stars, Jr. NTR.

16 May 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Is 'War 2' teaser dropping on Jr NTR's birthday?

As per reports, the much-awaited teaser for War 2 will be unveiled by Jr NTR on his birthday, May 20.

23 Apr 2025
Bollywood

Jr NTR's body double rejected 'War 2' over low pay

Eshwar Harris, Jr NTR's body double in RRR, recently revealed that he turned down an offer to work on the highly anticipated War 2.

17 Apr 2025
Anupam Kher

Agnihotri's 'Delhi Files' will no longer clash with 'War 2' 

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri has decided to postpone the release of his upcoming movie, The Delhi Files, which was originally slated for an Independence Day release.

13 Apr 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Hrithik Roshan-Jr NTR's 'War 2' to wrap by May

Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji is shooting patch scenes for War 2 with body doubles and junior artists in the absence of Hrithik Roshan.

16 Mar 2025
Hrithik Roshan

Amid delay speculations, YRF confirms August release for 'War 2'

The eagerly awaited sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War, titled War 2, will release in theaters on August 14, 2025, Yash Raj Films confirmed on Sunday.

14 Mar 2025
Ashutosh Gowariker

Ayan Mukerji's father, veteran actor Deb Mukherjee dies at 83

Bollywood is mourning the death of veteran actor Deb Mukherjee, who passed away on Friday at 83.

13 Mar 2025
Alia Bhatt

'Interesting announcements coming...': Ranbir Kapoor teases 'Brahmastra 2'

During a recent media interaction in Mumbai, actor Ranbir Kapoor revealed that the pre-production for Brahmastra Part Two—Dev will begin after the release of War 2.

27 Jan 2025
Aditya Roy Kapur

'YJHD' becomes 3rd highest-grossing Indian re-release since 2000

The re-release of Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (YJHD), featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, has been a massive success at the Indian box office.

21 Jan 2025
Akshay Kumar

Ranbir-Deepika's 'YJHD': Successful re-release run to end at ₹25.5cr

The re-release of the 2012 romantic drama Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, is coming to an end at the box office. The film, directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Dharma Productions, has been a crowd-pleaser in its second run in theaters.

06 Jan 2025
Ameesha Patel

Confirmed! 'Kaho Naa...Pyaar Hai' to re-release on Hrithik Roshan's birthday

Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel's debut film, Kaho Naa...Pyaar Hai is all set to hit the theaters again!

01 Jan 2025
Boney Kapoor

Netizens roast Boney Kapoor for calling Jr NTR 'new face'

Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor has stirred a storm with his recent comments on Telugu cinema superstar, NT Rama Rao Jr, popularly known as Jr NTR or Tarak.

27 Dec 2024
Aditya Roy Kapur

Ranbir-Deepika's 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani' to re-release in January

The much-loved Bollywood movie Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, is set to hit theaters again in the new year.

26 Dec 2024
Bollywood

Hrithik Roshan to kickstart 'Krrish 4' shoot in summer 2025

After a long wait, fans can finally look forward to the fourth installment of the Krrish franchise.

29 Nov 2024
Hrithik Roshan

'War 2': Hollywood stunt directors to design climax featuring NTR-Hrithik

The highly-anticipated action thriller War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji, will wrap up filming with a climactic showdown in mid-December.

29 Oct 2024
Aditya Chopra

SRK not part of Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2': Report

Hrithik Roshan will reprise his role as Kabir in the upcoming action thriller, War 2. He will be joined by new cast members, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani.

22 Oct 2024
Hrithik Roshan

'War 2': Jr NTR to fight 40-men in one sequence

Telugu superstar Jr NTR is gearing up for an epic showdown in Ayan Mukerji's upcoming action-spy-thriller, War 2.

30 Aug 2024
Abhishek Bachchan

No high-speed chases for Ayan Mukerji, he isn't helming 'Dhoom-4'

Rumors about the much-awaited fourth installment of the Dhoom franchise have been doing rounds for a while now.

28 Aug 2024
Aditya Chopra

'Dhoom 4' in development; Ayan Mukerji likely to direct: Report

The much-anticipated fourth installment of the Dhoom franchise is reportedly in development at Yash Raj Films (YRF).

18 Aug 2024
Aditya Chopra

'War 2': Jr. NTR injured on sets; shooting schedule pushed

Telugu superstar Jr. NTR has reportedly suffered an injury on the sets of his upcoming film War 2, co-starring Hrithik Roshan.

17 Aug 2024
Arijit Singh

National Film Awards: How much cash prize will winners receive

The winners of the 70th National Film Awards were announced on Friday.

11 Jul 2024
Aditya Chopra

After 'Alpha,' Anil Kapoor signs 'War 2' and 'Pathaan 2'

Anil Kapoor has inked a multi-film deal with Aditya Chopra's YRF Spy Universe, one of the largest intellectual properties in Indian cinema.

24 Jun 2024
Aditya Chopra

Hrithik-NTR shoot intense speed boat chase for 'War 2': Report

Yash Raj Films is preparing to deliver another thrilling cinematic experience with the upcoming installment of their successful Spy Universe, War 2.

20 Apr 2024
Hrithik Roshan

Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR to ignite dance-off in 'War 2'

The much-anticipated sequel to the 2019 hit film War, titled War 2, is set to feature a dynamic dance number between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.

23 Mar 2024
Hrithik Roshan

Pritam to compose album for Ayan Mukerji-Aditya Chopra's 'War 2'

Bollywood icon Hrithik Roshan is currently filming the highly-anticipated YRF Spy Universe movie, War 2, under the direction of Ayan Mukerji.

05 Mar 2024
Jr NTR

Jr NTR's role in 'War 2' revealed!

The excitement surrounding War 2 is reaching new heights.

15 Feb 2024
Hrithik Roshan

Here's when Hrithik Roshan will begin shooting for 'War 2'

Siddharth Anand's War (2019) remains a masterclass in Hindi masala filmmaking and is one of the most celebrated films of both his and lead Hrithik Roshan's career.

25 Dec 2023
Bollywood Life

Alia Bhatt shares special Christmas pictures featuring Ranbir, Ayan, family

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt spread holiday cheer on Instagram on Monday by sharing heartwarming photos of her family's Christmas celebration.

11 Dec 2023
Bollywood

Jr. NTR's 'War 2' shooting schedule with Hrithik Roshan out

Ever since the makers showed the exciting glimpse of War 2 in the post-credits scene of Tiger 3, fans have been waiting for the actioner.