Varun Dhawan's 'Baby John' is set for a Christmas release, facing box office competition from 'Pushpa 2' and 'Mufasa'. Advance bookings suggest a decent opening, but the film's success hinges on sustaining momentum amidst strong rivals. The Hindi remake of 'Theri' features Keerthy Suresh and boasts action sequences choreographed by international experts.
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Bollywood stars celebrated the start of the holiday season with a joyful December gathering hosted by Pragya Kapoor. Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma joined Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur for a fun-filled evening, captured in photos radiating warmth and friendship. Veteran actors Jeetendra, Shobha Kapoor, Sonali Bendre, and Goldie Behl also added to the festive atmosphere.
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