Jai Kanhaiyalall Ki Review & Story: Why This New Gujarati Family Entertainer is Winning Hearts (2026)

Gujarati cinema is experiencing a golden era, and “Jai Kanhaiyalall Ki” emerges like a comforting, familiar scent from a kitchen filled with emotions, laughter, and values. Released in theatres on 9 January 2026, this Gujarati family drama-crime-comedy seamlessly combines tradition with tension and humor with heart, making it a strong contender for the season’s most popular entertainer.

Directed by Dharmesh S. Mehta, known for his storytelling rooted in family culture, the film features Gujarati theatre icon Siddharth Randeria in a role perfectly suited for him.

A Story That Feels Real

At the heart of the story is Kanhaiyalall, an honest, recently retired engineer leading a simple middle-class life. However, just as life should settle down, a major twist occurs. A financial scam/bank crisis disrupts his family, and with his daughter’s wedding approaching, the situation becomes a race against time.

The film stands out by framing the chaos not just as suspense, but as a clash between logic and belief, where emotions often outweigh evidence.

Theatre Energy Meets Cinematic Emotion

The film presents a strong ensemble:

Siddharth Randeria, Vaishalee Thakkar, Hitu Kanodia, Aneri Vajani (making her Gujarati cinema debut), Shrey Maradiya. The production boasts a notable presence, backed by SVF Entertainment (marking their entry into the Gujarati film market), along with Namanraj Productions Pvt. Ltd and Siddharth Randeria Production LLP.

Trailer Buzz & Audience Appeal

The trailer presents the film as a clean, family-friendly theatrical experience, characterized by humor, warmth, and everyday Gujarati cultural essence. It’s the kind of film where elders smile, children laugh, and parents quietly relate.

Music & Technical Strength

Music by Kedar Upadhyay and Bhargav Purohit enriches the story with an emotional backdrop rather than “item song noise.” Cinematography by Rahul Soni keeps the film grounded in its cultural setting.

Why You Should Watch Jai Kanhaiyalall Ki

If you’re weary of loud, overly stylized cinema and seek something that feels like it belongs in your family’s living room, this film delivers. With its blend of family values, humor, and a suspenseful narrative that maintains momentum, “Jai Kanhaiyalall Ki” is the type of Gujarati cinema that doesn’t demand attention; it deserves it.

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Priyanka Chopra Faces Off Against Karl Urban in 'The Bluff' Action Thriller-Trailer is Out

The trailer, lasting two minutes and thirty seconds, opens with Karl Urban's appearance as he searches for a bounty seemingly set on Priyanka Chopra.

Swati Bhat

14 January, 2026 - Washington DC [US] : The trailer for 'The Bluff,' starring Priyanka Chopra and Karl Urban, has been released, showcasing an intense action drama focused on a family's survival on an island.

On Wednesday, Prime Video posted the trailer on its Instagram account.

Directed by Frank E Flowers, who co-wrote the script with Joe Ballarini, the film presents an epic period thriller set in the historically and culturally rich Cayman Islands. It features breathtaking real-world locations, such as the Skull Cave and the iconic bluff. The two-minute and thirty-second trailer opens with Karl Urban's character, who is pursuing a bounty seemingly placed on Priyanka Chopra's character.

As a devoted mother, Priyanka's character navigates a perilous struggle against her violent past to protect her family. The trailer continues with high-intensity action sequences where Priyanka confronts intruders in her home. Karl Urban also captivates with his swordsmanship, dispatching adversaries in pursuit of the bounty.

The film is produced by the Russo siblings; Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, and Angela Russo-Otstot under the AGBO production banner.

The Russo Brothers are renowned for their work on projects such as 'Avengers: Endgame' and 'Extraction.'

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"Dhurandhar" Craze Echoes Through Swiss Alps with DJ's Title Track Performance

Full Credits, Lyrics Excerpt & Behind-the-Song Research of the title track of "Dhurandhar"

Swati Bhat

The viral video of a DJ playing the Dhurandhar title track across a snowy field in the Swiss Alps did more than spark a dance trend; it propelled a meticulously crafted cross-genre anthem onto the global scene. What seems like a single energetic Bollywood hit is actually the outcome of layered production decisions: a reimagined Punjabi classic, contemporary rap segments, various vocalists, and detailed rights management. Below, we identify the contributors to the music, provide a brief verified lyric excerpt, and highlight the research that explains how the title song was created.

Who is the singer and songwriter of Dhurandhar title track?

Lead / featured vocalists: Hanumankind (rap/voice), Jasmine Sandlas (hook/lead), Sudhir Yaduvanshi, Shashwat Sachdev (who also sings), with sampled vocals from Muhammad Sadiq and Ranjit Kaur on the recreated Punjabi lines.

Composers / music directors: Shashwat Sachdev and Charanjit Ahuja (the title track combines Sachdev’s modern production with Ahuja’s original Punjabi composition).

Lyricists: New rap and English verses are attributed to Hanumankind (and collaborators), while the Punjabi lines are credited to original lyricist Babu Singh Maan, as the track reimagines the 1995 Punjabi song “Na Dil De Pardesi Nu.”

Label / music rights: Saregama owns the music rights for the film’s soundtrack.

Behind the Scenes: Crafting the Title Song of Dhurandhar

Recreation + respect for the original: Producers intentionally incorporated the 1995 Punjabi classic “Na Dil De Pardesi Nu” as the melodic foundation. Rather than a mere sample-drop, the production credits reflect a collaborative recreation: Charanjit Ahuja’s original composition is interwoven with Shashwat Sachdev’s modern arrangements, creating a piece that serves as both a tribute and a contemporary anthem. This process involved licensing and crediting the original writers and performers.

Cross-genre layering: The team combined Punjabi folk vocals and refrains with English/Hinglish rap verses by Hanumankind, alongside complementary vocal textures from Jasmine Sandlas and others. The outcome is an anthemic, high-energy track crafted to resonate in stadiums, clubs, and even alpine DJ sets. Rolling Stone India and other profiles highlight this intentional “folk + rap + electronic” structure.

Production & mixing choices: Interviews and credits reveal that Shashwat Sachdev led the production and co-composed, while the film’s sound team re-recorded elements (including new vocal takes and integrated archival lines) and utilized contemporary beat programming to elevate the song from a regional hit to a pan-India/global pop phenomenon. Re-recording mixers and producers received credit in the soundtrack listings.

Rights, credits, and cultural sensitivity: Since the title track repurposes an earlier Punjabi song, the creative team formally credited and compensated the original creators (composer Charanjit Ahuja; lyricist Babu Singh Maan; singers Muhammad Sadiq & Ranjit Kaur) and included them in the official soundtrack credits, a crucial step in avoiding disputes and ensuring authenticity.

Strategic release & virality: The soundtrack rollout, with singles released ahead of the full album and tie-ins with social media trends, was designed to generate viral moments such as the Swiss Alps DJ clip, which organically resonated with the campaign. Music outlets report the album’s swift rise on streaming platforms, indicating the strategy’s success.

The scene set in the Alps exemplifies cultural cross-pollination: a modified Punjabi refrain, a part of regional heritage, is presented with modern production, allowing it to transcend language and geography. DJs and influencers serve as catalysts; a party at a Ski Resort, Switzerland transforms into a global clip, drawing more attention to the film's soundtrack and its credited artists.

Aditya Dhar’s blockbuster "Dhurandhar" has now crossed the ₹1,000 crore global box office mark, with a net domestic haul of around ₹669 crore, making it one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of the year.

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