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Friday, January 3, 2020
’83: Kabir Khan reveals that the Tunbridge Wellswhich paid tribute to Kapil Dev after he returned to the ground 36 years later
Director Kabir Khan has put his heart and soul in his next, ’83, with Ranveer Singh portraying the role of Kapil Dev. The team left for an elaborate schedule in June and even shot at the famous Tunbridge Wellswhich stadium where Kapil Dev scored the iconic 150 runs in an ODI against Zimbabwe. While there is no video evidence of this historic moment, the staff at Tunbridge Wellswhich surprised Kapil Dev pleasantly!
While Kapil Dev and Mohinder Amarnath accompanied the team to keep an eye on their stance and give them their expert advice, Kabir asked them to accompany the team for shoots as well. During the shoot, Kabir revealed that the ground officials surprised them with a plaque celebrating Kapil Dev’s record-breaking score. When they found out that Kapil was returning to the ground after 36 years, the county got really excited and it was like their hero had returned.
Kabir reveals that the ground is beautiful but not a lot of matches have happened there. Slated to release on April 10, ’83 also marks the first film of Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone post marriage.
Bhumi Pednekar is all set for a special appearance in Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
Bhumi Pednekar is all set to hit a hattrick with Ayushmann Khurrana with Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan. The actress, according to reports, will be making a guest appearance in the film based on same-sex marriages. Aanand L Rai has confirmed the buzz and said that the Shubh Mangal Savdhan franchise will be incomplete without Bhumi so they had to rope her in for the second film.
It was almost obvious that the makers will rope her in for an appearance in the film and producer Bhushan Kumar was all praises for the Pati Patni Aur Woh actress. He said that Bhumi’s contribution to the film is going to add value to it and that she’s a great actress. Bhumi and Ayushmann Khurrana shot for their sequences in the film over a two-day shooting schedule in Varanasi back in November 2019. The duo’s comfort level with each other is great and they happen to be really good friends who enjoy working together. Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan will mark the fourth on-screen collaboration of Bhumi Pednekar and Ayushmann Khurrana after Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, and Bala.
Bhumi Pednekar will next be seen in Durgavati, Bhoot – Part One: The Haunted Ship, and Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare.
Thursday, January 2, 2020
Maine Pyar Kiya actor Bhagyashree would like to see these actors in the remake of her film
Salman Khan's first blockbuster film Maine Pyar Kiya recently completed 30 years. Actress Bhagyashree too starred in the film. In a recent interview, she talked about her thoughts of a remake version of it.
In recent years, several blockbuster films from the 80s and 90s are being remade to suit the taste of the younger generation. Sooraj Barjatiya's Maine Pyar Kiya is one such classic film of the 90s that made Salman Khan an overnight star.
When Bhagyashree was asked about the film's remake and her thoughts about it, the former actress said that she is not a big fan of remakes and feels that some things need to be left untouched. She further said that there is a lot of pressure on those making and performing it as there is a constant comparison.
However, if ever there is a remake of Maine Pyar Kiya, she would like to see Alia Bhatt play her character of Suman, as Bhagyashree feels that the actress portrays innocence through her eyes. For Salman’s role of Prem, she took the name of Ranbir Kapoor and Ranveer Singh.
Meanwhile, Bhagyashree chose to stay away from films after her marriage and decided to look after her family. Bhagyashree's son Abhimanyu Dassani made his debut in 2019 with the film Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota. The actor is currently shooting for his second film titled Nikamma.
Deepika Padukone is hoping that there won’t be the need to make more films on acid violence after Chhapaak
Deepika Padukone will be playing one of the most hard-hitting roles of her career so far in Chhapaak. Portraying the real-life story of Laxmi Agarwal as Malti, Deepika Padukone has made quite an impact as an artist after the trailer launch. The fans couldn’t be more proud of her for playing this role and she was also seen breaking into tears while talking about it.
In a recent interview, Deepika Padukone spoke about how she is hoping that after Chhapaak, there won’t be the need to make any more films on acid violence. She understands that cinema is a powerful medium and is very well capable of making a change in society. Speaking further about her role as a producer in the film, she said there are some projects that require a little more love so she thought she will be adding more value to this project as a producer.
Chhapaak also stars Vikrant Massey and is directed by Meghna Gulzar.
Also Read: BREAKING: CBFC passes Deepika Padukone-starrer Chhapaak with ‘U’ certificate and ZERO cuts
Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan starrer Mission Mangal has been released in Hong Kong with Cantonese subtitles
Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan had an onscreen reunion last year with Mission Mangal. The movie was based on the mission carried out by ISRO called Mission Orbiter Mars (MoM). The movie was one of the blockbusters among Akshay Kumar’s other releases. Making heads turn with the dedication of real-life heroes, it beautifully depicted the struggles and efforts put to make it a successful mission.
Mission Mangal was a clear hit in India and now, it has been released in Hong Kong where it is being screened with Cantonese subtitled and Akshay Kumar is just basking in the glory of this moment. He took to his Instagram to share the poster with the caption, “Feeling proud #MissionMangal is now running with Cantonese subtitles across theatres in Hong Kong. @balanvidya @taapsee @aslisona @nithyamenen @TheSharmanJoshi @iamkirtikulhari #JaganShakti @foxstarhindi #CapeOfGoodFilms #HopeProductions”
Take a look at it.
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It surely is a proud moment for the makers of this film along with the star cast that included Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Nithya Menen, and Sharman Joshi among the others.
Also Read: Sooryavanshi: Ajay Devgn says filming with Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh felt like house on fire
Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan starrer Mission Mangal has been released in Singapore with Cantonese subtitles
Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan had an onscreen reunion last year with Mission Mangal. The movie was based on the mission carried out by ISRO called Mission Orbiter Mars (MoM). The movie was one of the blockbusters among Akshay Kumar’s other releases. Making heads turn with the dedication of real-life heroes, it beautifully depicted the struggles and efforts put to make it a successful mission.
Mission Mangal was a clear hit in India and now, it has been released in Singapore where it is being screened with Cantonese subtitled and Akshay Kumar is just basking in the glory of this moment. He took to his Instagram to share the poster with the caption, “Feeling proud #MissionMangal is now running with Cantonese subtitles across theatres in Hong Kong. @balanvidya @taapsee @aslisona @nithyamenen @TheSharmanJoshi @iamkirtikulhari #JaganShakti @foxstarhindi #CapeOfGoodFilms #HopeProductions”
Take a look at it.
View this post on Instagram
It surely is a proud moment for the makers of this film along with the star cast that included Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Nithya Menen, and Sharman Joshi among the others.
Also Read: Sooryavanshi: Ajay Devgn says filming with Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh felt like house on fire
Jassie Gill hopes he sets an example with his character in Panga
After being seen in Happy Bhaag Jayegi 2, Jassie Gill will be making his comeback to Bollywood with Kangana Ranaut starrer Panga. The actor is seen playing the role of Kangana’s husband in the film who supports her decision of returning to play Kabaddi after she decides to do so. With a lot of characters coming to light and being called out by the audiences as sexist, Jassie Gill hopes his character will be able to set an example for men out there.
Hailing from a small-town, Jassie Gill explained that he has seen women around him give up on their dreams to take care of their houses. Speaking of his character in Panga, he says it has been created with inspiration and he urges his wife to chase her dreams. He understands that movies tend to have an emotional impact on the audience and so he is hoping that with his character, the men living in small-towns will urge their better halves to chase their dreams.
Panga is directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and marks the first collaboration of the trio.
Saif Ali Khan speaks about the comparisons of Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior with Game Of Thrones
Saif Ali Khan will don the role of Uday Bhan in Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior. The actor will be portraying the role of the antagonist while Ajay Devgn plays the protagonist, Tanhaji. The movie is a high-octane period action drama that has left the fans in awe of both the stars. Also starring Kajol as Ajay Devgn’s wife, the movie is sure to hit the right strings among its audience.
When the first look of Saif Ali Khan was revealed, the fans couldn’t help but compare the poster to Game Of Thrones. During a conversation with a leading tabloid, Saif Ali Khan said that he agrees that there are Game Of Thrones references in the film, but only with regards to the costumes and the sets. The movie, however, is a war film and Saif had an instant liking towards the script after the narration.
The likes of Uday Bhan is something Saif has not explored in his career so far. Finding it a cool role to play, he gave a positive nod to the film. Playing the colourful and dramatic character, the role required a seasoned actor with body language, posture, and expressions.
Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior marks the third collaboration of Saif Ali Khan and Ajay Devgn.
Also Read: Ajay Devgn talks about working with Saif Ali Khan in Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior
Ajay Devgn talks about working with Saif Ali Khan in Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior
Ajay Devgn is all set for his 100th release in the industry, Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior, and this time he is also producing the film. The high-octane action drama also stars Kajol and Saif Ali Khan. Even though Kajol and Saif have worked on multiple projects, Ajay has only worked with him twice in the past, Kacche Dhaage (1999) and Omkara (2006).
With regards to their third collaboration on-screen, Ajay spoke to a leading tabloid and said that Saif was a perfect fit for the role of Uday Bhan. They needed an actor who would emote the character well and had gravitas since he was supposed to be on par with Tanaji. He also revealed that Saif had an instant liking for the story as soon as he heard the script. Ajay expresses that he did not work with Saif as much as he should have but, they’re excited about this project since both the actors have gotten along really well from their first film together.
Tanhaji – The Unsung Warrior is slated to release on January 10 and will also be releasing in 3D. Ajay Devgn revealed that the script demanded them to exploit this technology since it’s a high-octane action drama. He also went on to say that two paragraphs in the history textbooks did not do justice to Tanaji.
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
EXCLUSIVE: Shimla Mirchi to release in single screens before being out on OTT; talks with multiplexes on
Trade and industry were left surprised on December 26, 2019 afternoon when the trailer of Shimla Mirchi emerged on the internet all of a sudden. It’s a long delayed rom-com directed by Sholay director Ramesh Sippy. The star cast is interesting, comprising of Hema Malini, Rajkummar Rao and Rakul Preet Singh. The trailer too got thumbs up but the sudden release and zero promotions meant the film’s fate at the box office is sealed.
Knowing this aspect, the makers signed a deal with a major OTT platform. A trade source says, “The theatrical release is a mere formality. It can add to the worth of a film when it’s being sold to a streaming giant or television channel. The makers knew that it’ll have a one or maximum two weeks run in cinemas. After that, it was to be out on Amazon Prime. However, when the major multiplex chains were informed of this agreement, they straightaway decided not to give Shimla Mirchi any show. Since the time OTT became big, the multiplex players have been following a policy without fail with regards to Hindi films, and that is, the film can be released online only eight weeks after theatrical release. The producers of Shimla Mirchi are in fact planning to release it on Amazon in a fortnight. Hence, the multiplex chain put their foot down.”
As a result, as of now, Shimla Mirchi is having a limited release in single screens. Also, it’ll hopefully find a release in standalone multiplexes. Another source however reveals, “The makers are still having talks with the multiplexes. A clearer picture will emerge by tomorrow morning, that is, January 2.”
The trade source lashes out at these developments, “Ramesh Sippy ji has given Sholay, the biggest Hindi film ever. His film was stuck for so many years. Finally, when it’s getting a release and he’s able to earn some money, these multiplex people are playing spoilsport. They were just asking for 1 show in most cinemas and yet, these multiplex chains refused to bow down. It’s an insult of an icon.” He also adds, “Ramesh ji was the president of Producers Guild of India and right now, he’s in the council of management. The filmmakers should come out and revolt against the dadagiri of these multiplexes for insulting their veteran member.”
Also Read: Shocking! Ramesh Sippy’s film Shimla Mirchi goes straight to OTT
Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Sunny Leone opens up about the #MeToo movement; says more people speaking up creates awareness
The #MeToo wave which started in the West, took over India in 2018. Several women took to social media to reveal about people who harassed them in the past. The movement also brought into light the names of several Bollywood celebrities. The movement started with Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta accusing Nana Patekar of sexual misconduct on the sets of the 2008 film Horn Ok Pleassss. Gradually, several other women started naming the likes of Vikas Bahl, Sajid Khan, Rajat Kapoor, Alok Nath, and Anu Malik for using their position to exploit women.
Recently, in an interview Sunny Leone was asked about the change that came with the #MeToo movement. She said that she does not work in an office and lives in a bubble but does believe that more women talk about these issues of sexual harassment or (instances of people) making them feel uncomfortable at work, whether it is women or men. She said that even men are harassed and that it is not recognized because people think it is not a big deal.
She said that the more people speak up, the more they make it aware that it is not okay. The actress feels that thing swill change, especially with people getting exposed through social media and other media outlets.
Sunny was glad that a message around the importance of consent was included in web series Ragini MMS Returns Season 2. She has a cameo as a paranormal expert in the ALTBalaji series.
Also Read: Salman Khan and Sunny Leone are most searched celebrities of 2019
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