Dinesh Vijan: News
Dinesh Vijan is an Indian film director and producer widely known for his work in Bollywood. He is also the founder of the production company Maddock Films. In 2004, at the age of 23, Vijan quit his banking job to pursue his filmmaking passion. He first took up the role of a film producer with the Homi Adajania directed 2005 film ‘Being Cyrus’. Later, he ventured into direction with the 2017 romantic action film, ‘Raabta’, starring late Sushant Singh Rajput and Kriti Sanon. He has garnered critical acclaim as well as immense commercial success for some of his film productions. He has donned the producer's hat for more than 25 movies, including ‘Go Goa Gone’, ‘Cocktail’, ‘Badlapur’, ‘Stree’, ‘Hindi Medium’, ‘Luka Chuppi’, ‘Arjun Patiala’, ‘Angrezi Medium’, ‘Roohi’, the ‘Love Aaj Kal’ series, and ‘Mimi’ as well as the upcoming ‘Dasvi’ and ‘Shiddat’, among others. He has also earned a wide reputation as a leading Indian producer in the highly competitive Hindi film industry.
11 Jun 2025
Anupama Chopra'Jab We Met' almost got Imtiaz Ali arrested? Director reveals
Imtiaz Ali's 2007 film Jab We Met, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan, is a classic Bollywood rom-com. However, the director recently revealed that a scene in the movie nearly landed him in legal trouble.
08 Jun 2025
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann's 'Thama' isn't a horror-comedy, clarifies director
Aditya Sarpotdar, the director of the upcoming film Thama, has clarified that it won't be a horror-comedy like other offerings from the Maddock Supernatural Universe.
05 Jun 2025
Ajay DevgnSidharth-Janhvi's 'Param Sundari' to get delayed?
The upcoming film Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor, is facing a potential delay in its release.
01 Jun 2025
Maddock Films'Bhool Chuk Maaf' is now Rajkummar's 3rd highest grosser!
Despite mixed reviews and a slow start, the romantic drama Bhool Chuk Maaf has crossed the ₹50cr mark at the box office.
29 May 2025
Janhvi Kapoor'Param Sundari' first-look: Janhvi-Sidharth's chemistry steals the show
Maddock Films, in association with producer Dinesh Vijan and director Tushar Jalota, has dropped the first look for the much-awaited romantic drama Param Sundari.
28 May 2025
Shraddha KapoorShraddha Kapoor to go Maharashtrian in Laxman Utekar's next?
Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor may soon collaborate with director Laxman Utekar for his next project, reported Pinkvilla.
25 May 2025
Anees BazmeeVarun-Dinesh Vijan may reunite for mytho-horror drama: What to expect
Actor Varun Dhawan and producer Dinesh Vijan are said to be in talks for a one-of-a-kind mytho-horror film, as per Pinkvilla.
25 May 2025
Agastya NandaDharmendra-Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' locks release date
The war drama Ikkis, starring Dharmendra, Agastya Nanda, and Jaideep Ahlawat, will be released in theaters on October 2, 2025.
24 May 2025
Maddock FilmsVarun-Sharvari to lead 'Luka Chuppi 2': What to expect
Maddock Films is gearing up to turn its 2019 family comedy hit, Luka Chuppi, into a franchise.
23 May 2025
Janhvi Kapoor'Param Sundari' teaser leaked: Sidharth Malhotra-Janhvi Kapoor are fire together
Fans are abuzz with the teaser of the much-awaited romantic comedy, Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor.
15 May 2025
Amazon Prime Video'Bhool Chuk Maaf' isn't skipping theaters after all
The much-awaited Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer, Bhool Chuk Maaf, will now release on May 23.
12 May 2025
Maddock FilmsDespite release delay, 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' tops IMDb's most-anticipated list
Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films is creating some serious buzz with its next film, Bhool Chuk Maaf.
12 May 2025
Huma QureshiDinesh Vijan delays 3 OTT releases for better deals
Renowned producer Dinesh Vijan is reportedly stalling the release of his films, Pooja Meri Jaan and Rumi Ki Sharafat.
10 May 2025
Maddock FilmsExplained: PVR Inox-Maddock Films's legal dispute over 'Bhool Chuk Maaf'
PVR Inox and Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films are locked in a legal battle after the makers decided to release Bhool Chuk Maaf directly on OTT, instead of theaters.
09 May 2025
Amazon Prime Video'Bhool Chuk Maaf' faces backlash for last-minute OTT release
The upcoming film Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, has stirred controversy with its last-minute shift from a theatrical release to an OTT premiere.
08 May 2025
Rajkummar Rao'Bhool Chuk Maaf' skips theatrical release amid Ind-Pak tensions
Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's Bhool Chuk Maaf will no longer hit theaters on Friday.
07 May 2025
Ayushmann Khurrana'Bhool Chuk Maaf' to feature 'Param Sundari,' 'Thama' teasers
After their successful venture Chhaava, Maddock Films is set to release another promising film, Bhool Chuk Maaf.
05 May 2025
Sidharth MalhotraWhy Sidharth Malhotra's 'Vvan' has been pushed to 2026
Sidharth Malhotra's much-anticipated folk thriller Vvan: Force of the Forrest has been removed from the 2025 theatrical release calendar.
05 May 2025
Ayushmann Khurrana'Thama': Ayushmann-Rashmika's vampire comedy nears finish line
The much-anticipated vampire comedy, Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, is close to its finish line.
27 Apr 2025
Kiara AdvaniKiara Advani's 'Shakti Shalini' delayed by a year: Report
Kiara Advani's much-awaited Shakti Shalini (part of Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe or MHCU) has been pushed a year ahead due to her pregnancy, reported Peeping Moon.
26 Apr 2025
Kartik AaryanKartik Aaryan-Kriti Sanon to reunite for Laxman Utekar's next: Report
Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon are in talks to headline an upcoming romantic drama by Chhaava director Laxman Utekar, reported Mid-Day.
22 Apr 2025
Akshaye Khanna'Chhaava' is first non-franchise Indian film to hit ₹600cr
Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, has crossed the ₹600 crore mark in India.
20 Apr 2025
Aamir KhanRajkummar may star in Ujjwal Nikam biopic after Aamir's exit
The much-anticipated biopic on renowned public prosecutor and Padma Shri recipient Ujjwal Nikam, produced by Dinesh Vijan, has witnessed a massive casting shake-up.
17 Apr 2025
Homi AdajaniaAll we know about Dinesh Vijan's next zombie comedy
Dinesh Vijan, the producer of the cult classic zombie comedy Go Goa Gone, is returning to the genre with a new untitled project.
10 Apr 2025
Rajkummar RaoTrailer out: 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' mixes romance with time loop
The much-awaited trailer of Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer Bhool Chuk Maaf has finally been released.
10 Apr 2025
Box OfficeIbrahim Ali Khan's 'Sarzameen' might release in May 2025
Ibrahim Ali Khan is gearing up for his theatrical debut with the drama set in Kashmir, Sarzameen, which is reportedly slated to release in May 2025. His digital debut, Nadaaniyan, received mixed reviews.
08 Apr 2025
Box OfficeFrom 'Stree' to 'Chhaava'—20 years of Maddock's cinematic magic
Maddock Films turned 20 recently, and it's not just the years that speak volumes; it's the films, too.
05 Apr 2025
NetflixVicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' may arrive on Netflix on this date
Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, will likely make its digital debut on Netflix on April 11, reported India Today.
02 Apr 2025
Aditya Roy KapurShraddha Kapoor to headline 'Tumbbad' director's high-concept thriller?
Fresh out of the success of Stree 2, Shraddha Kapoor is all set to star in a new high-concept thriller, directed by Rahi Anil Barve, who previously helmed Tumbbad.
26 Mar 2025
Amazon Prime Video'Bhool Chuk Maaf's OTT release confirmed—here's where to watch!
The much-anticipated romantic comedy, Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, will stream on Amazon Prime Video post its theatrical release.
25 Mar 2025
Aamir KhanAamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' eyeing May 30 release
The summer of 2024 was a quiet affair for movie buffs, with hardly any big releases in April and May. But, the coming summer seems promising, especially the month of May.
12 Mar 2025
Diana PentyVicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' may hit Netflix on this date
Vicky Kaushal's historical drama Chhaava was released in theaters on February 14 and has been on a box-office rampage since then.
07 Mar 2025
Box OfficeHow Maddock Films scripted history with back-to-back ₹500cr hits
Dinesh Vijan's production house, Maddock Films, is on a roll as it reportedly becomes the sole banner to have produced two films that have grossed over ₹500cr at the box office.
05 Mar 2025
Ayushmann KhurranaRashmika Mandanna resumes 'Thama' shoot after injury break
The production of Thama, a vampire comedy headlined by Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, has resumed after an unforeseen break due to Mandanna's leg injury.
23 Feb 2025
Rashmika Mandanna'Midas touch': Viineet Kumar defends Rashmika's casting in 'Chhaava'
In an interview with Zoom, Viineet Kumar Siingh came to the rescue of his Chhaava co-star Rashmika Mandanna who has been facing criticism over her casting.
18 Feb 2025
Maddock Films'Bhool Chuk Maaf' teaser—Rajkummar keeps reliving 'haldi' over and over
The first teaser of the much-awaited film Bhool Chuk Maaf, starring Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, was released on Tuesday (February 18).
17 Feb 2025
Box OfficeVicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' is already his third-biggest hit
Vicky Kaushal's latest film, Chhaava, has become the top Bollywood blockbuster of 2025 in no time. The historical drama has raked in a staggering ₹116.5 crore at the box office in just three days since its release.
15 Feb 2025
Akshaye KhannaVicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' roars with ₹31cr opening
Vicky Kaushal's latest release, Chhaava, has taken an incredible start at the box office.
14 Feb 2025
Chhatrapati Shivaji MaharajWho was Sambhaji Maharaj? Meet the warrior Vicky Kaushal plays
Vicky Kaushal is set to bring history to life with Chhaava, set to release this Friday.
12 Feb 2025
Akshay KumarShraddha to feature in all 8 horror-comedy universe films?
Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor, who has starred in the hit horror-comedy films Stree and Stree 2, is rumored to be appearing in all eight upcoming films of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe.
12 Feb 2025
Katrina Kaif'She was very happy': Katrina misses Vicky's 'Chhaava' look now
Vicky Kaushal, who is prepping for the release of his upcoming film Chhaava, has undergone a massive physical transformation for his role as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. The actor gained 25kg to get the character right.
11 Feb 2025
Ayushmann KhurranaAyushmann-Rashmika's 'Thama' teaser to release with 'Chhaava'?
The much-awaited horror-comedy film Thama, featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, is in production.
03 Feb 2025
Akshaye KhannaVicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' gets UA 16+ certificate; runtime revealed
The much-awaited period drama Chhaava, featuring Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
29 Jan 2025
Amrita Singh'Films are in their genes': KJo welcomes Ibrahim to Bollywood
Karan Johar finally put the rumors to rest with an emotional Instagram post on Wednesday, confirming Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh's son Ibrahim Ali Khan's Bollywood debut.
24 Jan 2025
Akshay Kumar'Sky Force': Akshay Kumar-Veer Pahariya's film targets ₹10cr opening
The much-awaited film Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar and Veer Pahariya in the lead, will be released this Republic Day weekend (Friday to be exact).
22 Jan 2025
Akshaye KhannaWar, valor, betrayal—Vicky Kaushal-led 'Chhaava' trailer brings history to life
The trailer for the much-awaited Bollywood historical period drama, Chhaava, finally dropped on Wednesday (January 22).
20 Jan 2025
Akshaye KhannaVicky's Chhaava masters air, water, fire, earth in fierce posters
The upcoming historical action film, Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal in the lead role, has released four new posters. Each poster shows Kaushal embodying one of the four elements: air, water, fire, and earth.
18 Jan 2025
Akshaye Khanna'Will I do justice?': Vicky recalls first reaction to 'Chhaava'
Actor Vicky Kaushal recently expressed gratitude for having had the opportunity to play several interesting characters in his career, calling his journey "nothing short of a dream come true."
