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Bharati Dubey

17 May 2026 at 1:38:10 am

After Don-3 controversy, Ranveer’s next film goes on floors

Mumbai: After months of attention surrounding his reported exit from Don 3, Ranveer Singh has finally moved on to his next major cinematic venture. The actor’s ambitious survival spectacle Pralay has officially gone on floors in Mumbai today, marking the beginning of filming on one of the most ambitious and scale-driven projects in Indian cinema. Headlined by Ranveer Singh and directed by Jai Mehta, Pralay is an original end-of-the-world action thriller that promises to take audiences into a...

After Don-3 controversy, Ranveer’s next film goes on floors

Mumbai: After months of attention surrounding his reported exit from Don 3, Ranveer Singh has finally moved on to his next major cinematic venture. The actor’s ambitious survival spectacle Pralay has officially gone on floors in Mumbai today, marking the beginning of filming on one of the most ambitious and scale-driven projects in Indian cinema. Headlined by Ranveer Singh and directed by Jai Mehta, Pralay is an original end-of-the-world action thriller that promises to take audiences into a world on the brink of annihilation. Produced by Ananya Birla’s Birla Studios, Hansal Mehta and Sahil Saigal’s True Story Films, and Maa Kasam Films, the film combines large-scale spectacle with a deeply human story of survival, courage and the instinct to fight for what matters most. The film marks Ranveer’s next major motion picture following Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar – The Revenge, which emerged as the highest-grossing film of all time. With Pralay, the actor once again ventures into unexplored cinematic territory, taking on a disruptive new concept that demands both physical intensity and emotional conviction. Ranveer will also serve as a producer on the film. The project comes at an important point in the actor’s career. His reported exit from Don 3 had generated considerable buzz, particularly as he was expected to carry forward one of Indian cinema’s most iconic franchises. With Pralay, Ranveer now turns the page with an entirely original story rather than stepping into another established universe. Joining him is Lokah breakout actress Kalyani Priyadarshan, who plays a pivotal role in the film and brings together another exciting performer from the new generation of Indian talent. For Ananya Birla, Pralay represents Birla Studios’ ambition to push the boundaries of mainstream Indian cinema by collaborating with contemporary creative forces. For True Story Films’ Hansal Mehta and Sahil Saigal, the project reflects their commitment to disruptive storytelling and content-driven cinema. Behind the camera, Jai Mehta leads the ambitious project. His work on Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, which he co-directed with Hansal Mehta, and Lootere has earned widespread acclaim. With Pralay, he steps into a significantly larger canvas, bringing together an ensemble of creative and technical talent from India and around the world. Set against the unmistakable pulse and landscape of Mumbai, Pralay follows a relentless journey of survival against the terrifying possibility of an end-of-the-world catastrophe. The film aims to marry breathtaking spectacle with an emotional core, exploring what people are willing to do to survive when the world as they know it begins to collapse. The makers are shooting extensively at live locations in and around Mumbai, embracing the physicality and unpredictability of real-world environments. The approach is designed to add scale, texture and realism to the apocalyptic world while creating an immersive theatrical experience. The film had already undergone several months of highly technical and intensive pre-production before cameras began rolling. Its ambitious mounting and unusual premise have made Pralay one of the most talked-about upcoming projects in Indian cinema.

HC cracks whip; orders SIT probe  

After police lapses, case takes a decisive turn following strict intervention by the Bombay High Court


Ambernath: Nearly one-and-a-half years after the brutal murder of Sanjay Patil on Shivmandir Road in Ambernath, the case has taken a decisive turn following strict intervention by the Bombay High Court. Acting on allegations of grave lapses and deliberate inaction by local police, the court has ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) under the leadership of a senior IPS officer to reinvestigate the crime in a time-bound manner.

 

Sanjay Patil was brutally stabbed 32 times and murdered around 10 pm on October 22, 2024, in what was described as a shocking and gruesome killing that created fear across the city. Despite the seriousness of the offence, the Shivajinagar Police allegedly failed to act decisively. The victim’s wife, Vidya Patil, had accused the police of deliberately delaying the investigation and attempting to suppress the case by not arresting the accused despite the availability of crucial evidence.

 

Following continued inaction, the victim’s son, Hardik Patil, approached the Bombay High Court seeking justice. During the hearing, the High Court strongly criticised the local police’s handling of the murder investigation. The court directed that the probe be transferred to an IPS officer of the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police and ordered a fresh, impartial investigation.

 

As per the court’s directive, the investigation has now been handed over to DCP Parag Manere of the Economic Offences Wing, who will head the SIT. The High Court has also fixed a strict deadline of 12 weeks to complete the entire investigation and instructed the Thane Police Commissioner to ensure compliance.

 

Earlier, Vidya Patil had also approached the Maharashtra State Women’s Commission, stating that she and her family were facing threats to their lives from the accused and their relatives. She had demanded that the case be transferred to the CBI. However, following the High Court’s direct intervention, the investigation has now been transferred from the Shivajinagar Police to senior IPS officers, and the earlier applications have been formally closed.

 

Renewed Hope

For over a year, the accused remained at large, leaving the victim’s family living in fear. With the SIT now in charge, there is renewed hope that those responsible for the murder will finally be brought to justice. Citizens of Ambernath are closely watching whether the masterminds behind the crime that terrorised the city will finally be held accountable.

 

While Speaking to, ‘The Perfect Voice’, Sanjay Patil’s daughter, Harshada Patil, said that the family continues to live under constant fear, leading to severe mental distress. “Even today, the accused are roaming freely. The police have treated the suspects as if they have no connection to the case, despite knowing that they are the main accused. Important evidence was ignored, and the police failed to arrest anyone even after having sufficient proof,” she alleged. Harshada Patil further claimed that the police showed negligence in collecting critical evidence such as CCTV footage, clearly indicating investigative failure at the local level. “Now that the probe has been transferred to the SIT, we have placed our trust in this investigation. We will have to see what happens next,” she said.

 

Meanwhile, DCP Sachin Gore of Police Zone 4 confirmed the development, stating, “As per the Hon’ble High Court’s orders, the murder investigation has been transferred to an IPS officer of DCP rank. The probe has been entrusted to DCP Parag Manere of the Economic Offences Wing, and the investigation will be completed in a fair and thorough manner within the 12-week timeframe mandated by the court. Necessary measures are also being taken to ensure the safety of the complainant.”


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