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Amitabh Bachchan To Be Bestowed With FIAF Award; Becomes The First Indian Cinema Personality To Receive The Honour

Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan adds one more diamond to his already shining hat as he will be honored with an award by the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF). With this, Big B will become the first Indian cinema personality to be bestowed with the FIAF Award for his dedication and contribution to the preservation of the world's film heritage.## Hollywood filmmakers and previous recipients of the FIAF Award — Martin Scorcese and Christopher Nolan will present the award to Amitabh Bachchan during a virtual showcase scheduled to take place on March 19.## "This year FIAF celebrates the twentieth anniversary of its annual Award. To mark this momentous occasion, there could be no better recipient than one of the world's greatest movie stars, and one who has understood, embraced and publicized the cause of film preservation for years", Frederic Maire, President of FIAF, said in a statement.## "By presenting our prestigious FIAF Award to Amitabh Bachchan, we want to show the world how rich and diverse, but also how fragile, this unique film heritage is, and we want to publicly thank Bachchan for his role as a high-profile advocate for the rescue of this heritage, in India and beyond", he added.## Big B's name was nominated by the FIAF affiliate Film Heritage Foundation. The veteran actor said he is honored to receive the award for a cause he is "deeply committed".## "It was when I became the ambassador of Film Heritage Foundation in 2015, that I realized the extent of the neglect and colossal loss of our precious film heritage and how we continue to lose more of our legacy every day. Recognizing the urgency of the situation, I have been working closely with Film Heritage Foundation since its inception to do everything in our power to save our films and to build a movement for film preservation in our part of the world".## Big B stressed that it is important that the idea of film archiving is strengthening and promoted in India.## "I do hope that we are able to garner further support for this most essential cause from my colleagues in the film industry and the government, to enable us to realize our dream for building a center that will preserve and showcase our magnificent film heritage", he added.## Stay tuned...

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'You Are Not A Human You Are A Devta', Kangana Ranaut Post An Emotional Note For 'Thalaivi' Director A.L. Vijay

Actress Kangana Ranaut is gearing up for the release of her keenly awaited multilingual biographical film, Thalaivi, based on the life of J. Jayalalithaa. The actress has completed the first half of dubbing for the film and will soon complete the second half too. Ahead of the release of the film as a long journey on Thalaivi coming to end, Kangana has special things to say about the director A.L. Vijay who has helmed this biopic. ## The 'Queen' actress took to Twitter and post a few pictures along with a long note in praise of Vijay and called him a Devta (deity). "Dear Vijay sir, as first half dubbing of #Thalaivi is over, only second half is left, this journey together is coming to an end, I never feel a sinking feeling that I feel as I think about it, I have identified this feeling as missing you factor I have a confession to make", Kangana wrote. ## "First thing I noticed about you was you say no to tea, coffee, wine, non veg, parties impossible to get close to you, then slowly I realised you are never far, you are not only amazingly competent your eyes shine brighter when I excel as an artist, through so many ups and downs", she added. ## "I never saw a hint of anger, insecurity or despair in you, spoke to people who know you for decades and when they speak about you their eyes light up, you are not a human you are a devta, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart and know that I miss you. Love Yours Kangana", Kangana concluded. ## I never saw a hint of anger, insecurity or despair in you,spoke to people who know you for decades and when they speak about you their eyes light up, you are not a human you are a devta,I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart and know that I miss you Love Yours kangana— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 9, 2021 ## Talking about the film, it is based on the life of the former actress and politician who served six terms as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, late J. Jayalalithaa. Kangana essays Jayalalithaa in the film along with Arvind Swami who portrays the character of M. G. Ramachandran. The movie also stars Prakash Raj, Jisshu Sengupta, Madhoo, Poorna, and Bhagyashree in key roles. ## Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Shailesh R Singh have produced the film under the banners of Vibri Media, Karma Media And Entertainment, Gothic Entertainment, and Spirit Films. Simultaneously shot in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages under the same title, Thalaivi is scheduled to release on 23 April 2021. ## Stay tuned...

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Parineeti Chopra On Playing Saina Nehwal In Saina's Biopic

Actress Parineeti Chopra received an excellent response for his recently released film, "The Girl On The Train". In her next movie, the actress will be essaying the role of Indian Badminton player, Saina Nehwal. The film, titled "Saina" is a biographical drama film revolving around the life of former world number 1 and Olympic medalist, Saina Nehwal. ## On playing Saina in the movie, Parineeti said that it is a huge responsibility to essay Saina on the big screen. "She is a legend and I was very scared about how people will react", Parineeti said during the trailer launch of the film on Monday. ## She is, however, happy with the response to the poster. "I'm overwhelmed with the love we are getting from all over the world. The film is a celebration of the unending spirit that lies in each woman".## Talking about the film and Parineeti playing her, Saina Nehwal said, "Everything is quite surreal. What I have achieved in life is all due to the constant support of my family. It has been my huge honor to play a sport I love and put my country on a pedestal while achieving my dream. Parineeti is a fabulous actor and we both connected so easily when we met. I wish the team all the best for the film and hope everyone leaves the theatre with dreams". ## The biopic is directed by Amole Gupte and bankrolled by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Sujay Jairaj, and Rasesh Shah under the banners of T-Series, and Front Foot Pictures. The film is scheduled to release on March 26 in theaters. ## Watch trailer here ## ## Stay tuned...

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Heartfelt Thanks To Indian Army For Inviting Me To Uri Base Camp: Vicky Kaushal

Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal has expressed his gratitude to the Indian Army for inviting him to the Uri Base camp in Kashmir. The actor took to Instagram on Sunday to share photographs clicked over there with Amry officers, soldiers, and local residents. In one of the pictures, Vicky can be seen interacting with the locals who are busy capturing his photo on their mobile phones.## "My heartfelt thanks to the Indian Army for inviting me to the Uri Base Camp, Kashmir. Thank You for giving me an opportunity to spend a lovely day with the locals who were so full of warmth and amazingly talented. It is the biggest honour for me to be in company of our great armed forces. Thank You. Jai Hind!" Vicky wrote on an Instagram post.## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) ## On the work front, Vicky will be seen next in "Sardar Udham Singh" which is a biographical film based on the life of a revolutionary freedom fighter, Udham Singh, best known for assassinating Michael O'Dwyer in London to take revenge for the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre in Amritsar. It is directed by Shoojit Sircar and produced by Ronnie Lahiri and Sheel Kumar. ## The actor will also be reuniting with his Uri: The Surgical Strike team for a science-fiction superhero film, "The Immortal Ashwatthama". Set around the contemporary times and modeled around Guru Dronacharya's son Ashwatthama, who in Mahabharata gets the curse to be immortal, Vicky Kaushal will play the character of Ashwatthama. It will be directed by Aditya Dhar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala under his production banner RSVP Movies. ## Stay tuned...

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Ramayan And Mahabharat Epics Inspire Indian Filmmakers For Mega Film Projects

The Indian mythological stories have always attracted the people and when it comes to epics, Ramayan and Mahabharat, people have always keen to know more about them. During the lockdown last year, Indian TV telecasted Ramayan and Mahabharat that not only liked by people but also broke the TRP records. ## The ever-growing interest of people in the Indian epics has made Indian filmmakers look into this genre for the big screen experience. Now, it seems that the characters and stories based on Ramayan and Mahabharat are the latest favorites of the Indian filmmakers as a host of new films based on these epics have been launched. ## Not only Bollywood but South Indian film industries also seem to be inspired by these epics lately. In the past, Bollywood has tried its hands on a theme similar to this genre just for the drama quotient. However, the upcoming roster promises to explore the stories with bigger production values. ## Here's a look at what's in store ## BRAHMASTRA## Brahmastra was announced many moons back but couldn't complete due to its large scale and of course, the covid-19 pandemic which halted the shoot. It is an ambitious action fantasy that draws its name from Mahabharat, where Brahmastra was a lethal supernatural weapon capable of destroying the entire universe.## The Ayan Mukerji directorial is said to be the first part of a trilogy that stars Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Mouni Roy in key roles. The film is planned to be released in 3D, IMAX, and standard formats in multiple Indian languages. However, the plot of the film is yet to be known as things are kept under wraps at the moment. ## ADIPURUSH ## A dream project of director Om Raut, Adipurush is an adaptation of Ramayan, where Telugu star Prabhas features as Lord Ram while Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan will be seen essaying Ravan. This film is already making a lot of noise due to its vast plot and scale. However, the film also sparked controversy in December last year after Saif Ali Khan mentioned in an interview that the film was going to show the "humane" side of Ravan. Though he later apologized for his remark saying, "Lord Ram has always been the symbol of righteousness and heroism for me".## The film is currently on the floors and will be releasing on 11 August 2022 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. ## RAM SETU ## Actor-producer Akshay Kumar has carved his space with patriotism and socially relevant commentary through mainstream films lately. With Abhishek Sharma's Ram Setu, he is falling back on mythology. Announcing the film on Twitter last year, Akshay had said the endeavor was "to keep alive the ideals of Ram in the consciousness of all Bharatiyas by building a bridge (Setu) that will connect generations to come".## The actor has sought permission from Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to shoot the film in Ayodhya. Akshay will be backing the film too, besides starring along with Jacqueline Fernandez, and Nushrratt Bharuccha. The film is expected to go on floors soon and eyeing Diwali 2022 release. ## THE IMMORTAL ASHWATTHAMA ## According to the story of Mahabharat, Ashwathama is the son of guru Dronacharya, who was the weapon instructor of the Pandavas and the Kauravas. During the battle of Kurukshetra, Ashvatthama sided with the Kauravas and fought against the Pandavas. As per the Mahabharat, he is immortal.## The Immortal Ashwatthama is a superhero film starring Vicky Kaushal in the lead. The film is being marketed as a "high-concept visual spectacle". It will be helmed by Aditya Dhar who has earlier directed Vicky Kaushal in the 2019 film Uri: The Surgical Strike and produced by Ronnie Screwvala under his banner RSVP Movies. ## SURYAPUTRA MAHAVIR KARNA ## Another film that inspired by Mahabharat. It film narrates the story of Karna, son of Suryadev or Sun God, and princess Kunti, born before her marriage. Karna is one of the most important characters of Mahabharat. Written and directed by Malayalam filmmaker RS Vimal, the film is produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, and Jackky Bhagnani while the dialogues, lyrics, and additional screenplay are penned by Dr. Kumar Vishwas. It will release in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.## Stay tuned...

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Jacqueline Fernandez, Nushrratt Bharuccha To Star In Akshay Kumar's 'Ram Setu'

Last year on the occasion of Diwali, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar announced his next film titled "Ram Setu". Without revealing further details about the rest of the cast, the actor shared the first look of the film that will be directed by Abhishek Sharma and presented by Akshay's production house, Cape Of Good Films, while Aruna Bhatia and Vikram Malhotra will produce it. ## Now, as the movie is expected to go on floors soon, Akshay Kumar has started preparation of the film and also revealed that Jacqueline Fernandez and Nushrratt Bharuccha will be the two leading actresses in the film. While Jacqueline has already worked with Akshay, this will be the first time Nushrratt will be sharing the screen space with Khiladi Kumar. ## Akshay took to Twitter and shared a picture as they started pre-production work on "Ram Setu". "The team that preps together excels together! An extremely productive script reading session with the team of #RamSetu this evening. Can’t wait to begin filming this one@Asli_Jacqueline @Nushrratt #AbhishekSharma #CapeOfGoodFilms @Abundantia_Ent @vikramix #DrChandraprakashDwivedi", the actor wrote. ## The team that preps together excels together!An extremely productive script reading session with the team of #RamSetu this evening. Can’t wait to begin filming this one@Asli_Jacqueline @Nushrratt #AbhishekSharma #CapeOfGoodFilms @Abundantia_Ent @vikramix#DrChandraprakashDwivedi pic.twitter.com/tbwLud2sR7— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) March 6, 2021 ## Soon after the announcement of Ram Setu last year, Akshay had met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to seek permission to begin shooting in Ayodhya for the film. The Chief Minister appreciated the actor's efforts in making films with social messages.## Stay tuned...

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Farhan Akhtar's Sports Drama 'Toofan' To Skip Theatrical Release

Just when the Bollywood film industry started getting back to its feet, the sudden rise in the covid-19 cases in Maharashtra has raised the eyebrows of the filmmakers again. With vaccination started, dozens of films have been announced for a theatrical release in the packed summer. However, there are still some filmmakers who are not looking sure for a theatrical release and opting for a direct-to-digital release of their films. ## Recently, Netflix India announced its slate of 2021 releases which includes some of the new Hindi movies. Kartik Aryan's Dhamaka, Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and Harshvardhan Rane starrer Haseen Dilruba, and Arjun Kapoor and Rakul Preet Singh's Sardar Ka Grandson were recently announced for Netflix premiere. ## Now, one of the most-awaited films, Toofan starring Farhaan Akhtar has also opted for direct-to-digital release. The sports drama will skip the theatrical release and will be premiering on Amazon Prime Video on 21st May this year. The film marks the second collaboration of Farhaan Akhtar with director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra after the blockbuster, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. ## #Toofaan - starring #FarhanAkhtar and #MrunalThakur to premiere on #AmazonPrimeVideo on 21st May 2021... Directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra... Produced by Excel Entertainment, and ROMP Pictures. pic.twitter.com/RNT4P1SGtj— Sacnilk Entertainment (@SacnilkEntmt) March 10, 2021 ## According to the earlier reports, the makers are uncertain about the covid-19 situation in Maharashtra which contributes around 30% of the entire business for a Hindi film. With so many films lined to release in theaters in upcoming months, makers of Toofan think that audience won't be willing to invest much in watching more movies in theaters in these times. Hence they are opting for direct to digital release on Amazon Prime Video and sold the film in a profitable amount. ## Apart from Farhaan, the movie also stars Mrunal Thakur, Paresh Rawal, and Isha Talwar in key roles. It is produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, P.S. Bharathi, and Rajiv Tandon under the banners of Excel Entertainment, and ROMP Pictures. ## Stay tuned...

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G. Prabha To Release Second Sanskrit Movie After His Award-Winning Film 'Ishti'

Dr. G. Prabha, a retired professor and head of the department of Sanskrit at Loyola College in Chennai, is going to come out with his second Sanskrit movie 'Taya' after his award-winning Sanskrit film 'Ishti'. Ishti was the opening movie at the International Film Festival of India in Goa in 2016 and had won global acclaim at the Pyongyang film festival in South Korea. ## The second film, Taya, is a women-centric film based on a woman from the Brahmin clan taking revenge against a group of Brahmin men who had exploited her friend. Taya is a Sanskrit word meaning 'By Her' in English and the director is also scripting the movie which is a low-budget film produced by Tamil Nadu-based producer Gokulam Gopalan.## Taya has a strong cast including national award winner Nedumudi Venu and Anumol, with Sunny Joseph as the cinematographer.## "The movie is women-centric and brings out the trauma of the Nambudiri women of Kerala in the early 19th century. In this movie, we are trying to narrate the story of a Nambudiri girl who was exploited by several Nambudiri men and was killed when she was to spill the beans. Her friend, Savitri, takes up the issue and threatens all those who had exploited her friend of taking them before the authorities", Prabha told IANS. ## The crew is expected to wind up the shoot by March 25 and complete all the other formalities by the end of April. The crew is expecting support from the Government of India under the Sanskrit promotion schemes as very few films are made in the language.## "We will definitely approach the government of India and the Ministry of Culture for support and to try and get some assistance", the director said.## Stay tuned...

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Cinema Halls Are Nothing Short Of A Shrine For Actors: Varun Sharma

Actor Varun Sharma will be headlining as one of the leading actors in the upcoming horror-comedy film, Roohi. Directed by Hardik Mehta, Roohi is the first major Hindi film that will be releasing in theaters on March 11 post the reopening of cinemas. Varun Sharma said that going inside a theatre after a year was a special moment for him. ## Varun entered a theatre for promotional activity around his upcoming film "Roohi", along with the film's team in the Capital on Thursday. He took to Instagram and posted a picture in which he is seen bowing down in the theatre as a mark of respect. He also penned a long note along with the picture. ## "For us, Actors, cinema halls, and multiplexes are nothing short of a shrine. A year back, when the on-going pandemic hit us hard and theatres had to stay shut, the entire cinema industry incurred massive losses. But more importantly, it took an emotional toll on us. Today after one year I visited the Theatre and I feel so much Gratitude in my Heart❤️", he wrote. ## "I grew up in a middle-class family in Jalandhar. I knew no one in showbiz. Despite all that, I wanted to be an actor for the only time I was utterly and truly happy was when I would be before the big screen living the magic and absorbing the larger-than-life charm of Hindi films. Soon, the first day first shows became a way of life and before I knew it, I was seduced into the world of movies", he added.## "When my first film Fukrey released in 2013 and I took my family to the theatres to watch it on the big screen, it was rather overwhelming. When my mother saw me on the screen, she broke down. It was an emotional moment for the entire family. Back in Jalandhar, people were proud of me because they saw me on the silver screen". ## Varun concluded the post talked about his film "Roohi" releasing in theatres, "As my upcoming film #Roohi is all set to hit the theatres on March 11, I am elated beyond words. I am happy to share this special film with my audience who has been waiting to watch me for the past two years. Roohi is my first release after Chhichhore that released in 2019. Let us come together and relive the magic. But don't forget to stay safe. Wear your masks and enjoy the rollercoaster ride that Roohi is💕".## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varun Sharma (@fukravarun) ## Roohi also starred Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao as the leading actors along with Pankaj Tripathi, and Seema Pahwa in supporting roles. Produced by Dinesh Vijan under his production banner Maddock Films, the film tells the story of a girl, controlled by a witch, who abducts brides during their honeymoon.## Stay tuned...

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Income Tax Department Claims Crores Hidden After Raids Carried Out In Mumbai At Taapsee Pannu, Anurag Kashyap And Other's Properties

The Income Tax Department on Wednesday carried out searches at over 30 locations in Mumbai and Pune, including the premises of film director Anurag Kashyap, actress Taapsee Pannu, filmmaker Vikas Bahl, and Madhu Mantena. Now, the IT Department has issued an official statement on the raids they carried out in Mumbai at different properties and claims crores hidden. ## The statement read, "The Income Tax Department is carrying out search and survey operations which started on 03.03.2021 on two leading film production companies, a leading actress and two Talent Management companies in Mumbai. Search operation is being carried out at Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, and Hyderabad. The group is mainly engaged in the business of Production of Motion Pictures, Web Series, acting, direction, and talent Management of celebrities and other artists. A total of 28 premises are being covered in different locations which include residences and offices".## "During the search, evidence of huge suppression of income by the leading Film Production house compared to the actual box office collections has been unearthed. The company officials have not been able to explain the discrepancy of around Rs. 300 crore".## "Evidence related to manipulation and under-valuation of share transactions of the production house amongst the film directors and shareholders, having tax implication of about Rs. 350 crore has been found and is being further investigated".## "Evidence of cash receipts by the leading actress amounting to Rs 5 crore has been recovered. Further investigation is going on", the statement further read. ## The statement also said that the team has seized a huge amount of digital data in the form of emails, Whatsapp chats, hard disks, etc which are under investigation. "Apart from this, non-genuine/bogus expenditure to related concerns by the leading producers/director having tax implication of about Rs. 20 crore has been detected. Similar findings have been made in the case of the leading actress also".## At the office premises of the two talent management companies, a huge amount of digital data has been seized in the form of emails, WhatsApp chats, hard disks, etc which are under investigation. During the search, 7 bank lockers have been found which have been placed under restraint. Search is continuing in all the premises".## Stay tuned...

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Alia Bhatt Gives A Glimpse Of Keenly Awaited 'Brahmastra'

It has been quite a long time since Karan Johar announced the multi-starrer action fantasy film, Brahmastra. But now, it looks like the wait is going to end soon as the team of Brahmastra is on the verge of wrapping up the shoot soon. Alia Bhatt who is playing the female lead in the film, shares pictures of her with Ranbir Kapoor and Ayan Mukerji from the sets of Brahmastra. Calling the journey a blessing, the actress is all smiling in one of the pictures. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alia Bhatt ☀️ (@aliaabhatt) Brahmāstra is the first film in a planned trilogy which is being directed by Ayan Mukerji. The film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Mouni Roy in pivotal roles. Produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Ranbir Kapoor, Ayan Mukerji, Apoorva Mehta, Namit Malhotra, and Marijke DeSouza, it will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. Stay tuned...

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Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal Launches Their Production Banner 'Pushing Buttons Studios'

Actors Richa Chadha, and Ali Fazal have launched their production banner "Pushing Buttons Studios". The first project under this banner will be the coming-of-age story "Girls Will Be Girls" which will be directed by debutante filmmaker Shuchi Talati who has also narrated the script of this film.## Set in an elite boarding school in a small Himalayan hill town, the story is about 16-year-old Mira, whose sexy, rebellious coming-of-age is hijacked by her mother who never got to come-of-age. Mother and daughter grow up together through the course of the script and their fraught but ultimately loving relationship is the beating heart of the film.## "Girls Will Be Girls" is the only Indian script invited to the prestigious Berlinale Script Station 2021, a lab that selects 10 projects from around the world every year, according to the makers. It is also the only Indian project at the Jerusalem Script Lab this year where it will be presented formally at the Jerusalem Film Festival in July, they added.## #GirlsWillBeGirls is the only #Indian script invited to the prestigious Berlinale Script Station 2021... A lab that selects only 10 projects from around the world each year.— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) March 4, 2021 ## Chadha and Talati have been longtime collaborators as they previously co-directed a documentary about adults living with autism and Down's syndrome when they were students at Mumbai's Sophia College.## "In my opinion, Shuchi is an amazing voice and I've been following her evolution for years, knowing that one day an incandescent film would be born from her brain. She is definitely a filmmaker to watch out for", Chadha said.## Stay tuned...

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With Different Genres And Stories, Bollywood Has Space For Everyone: Pranitha Subhash

Southern actress Pranitha Subhash is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Ajay Devgn starrer "Bhuj: The Pride of India". The film is due to release directly on Disney+Hotstar. The actress will be also be seen in "Hungama 2". Doing different kinds of roles in both movies, Pranitha says the Bollywood film industry is full of diverse content where one can choose what he/she likes to do.## "I think today Bollywood has space for everyone, with different genres and stories - either on OTT or theatres. Apart from that, it's not a space where you get stereotyped anymore. You can choose what you want, there are multiple types of movies. Things have diversified so much, so I am just looking for diversity and variety in my work", Pranitha told IANS.## Apart from doing films in different languages, Pranitha Subhash also actively doing social work through her NGO established in Bangalore. She was recently awarded under Times 40 Under 40 list for her contribution as a social entrepreneur. During the lockdown last year, the actress served 75,000 meals in 21. ## "My parents are doctors and they have been doing a lot of work for the society - be it blood donation camps, which we conduct annually in our hospital in Bangalore or it could be organ donation, eye donation campaigns. So I look at it as my duty. We did Covid relief, work relief. Mostly I have been inspired by many people in the society besides my parents", she said.## On the work front, Pranitha was last seen in the Telugu movie, NTR: Kathanayakudu that is a biographical film, based on the real-life and acting career of N. T. Rama Rao. Pranitha played a cameo in the film.## Stay tuned...

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Team Bhediya Led By Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon Meet Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu Ahead Of Commencing Shoot

The team of the upcoming horror-comedy film, Bhediya led by Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon have landed in Arunachal Pradesh to begin the shoot of the film. But before commencing the shoot of Bhediya, Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon met the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh with their team on Wednesday. Before getting their film on floors, the entire team of Bhediya met Pema Khandu, chief minister of the state. Minister of home and interstate affairs, Bamang Felix, chief secretary Naresh Kumar, Commissioner to HCM, Sonam Chombey, were also present during the meeting. The official Twitter handle of CM shared pictures of their meeting and wrote, "Pleased to meet Bollywood Star Shri @Varun_dvn Ji & @kritisanon Ji and their team during their call on. They are in Arunachal to shoot for the movie #BHEDIYA. Happy to know they are enjoying their time here and are keen on promoting #Arunachal as popular film destination". Pleased to meet Bollywood Star Shri @Varun_dvn Ji & @kritisanon Ji and their team during their call on. They are in Arunachal to shoot for the movie #BHEDIYA. Happy to know they are enjoying their time here and are keen on promoting #Arunachal as popular film destination. pic.twitter.com/MXcmoIRjSL— Pema Khandu པདྨ་མཁའ་འགྲོ་། (@PemaKhanduBJP) March 3, 2021 Bhediya marks the second collaboration of Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon after the 2015 movie, Dilwale. This film also brings together the dynamic duo of producer Dinesh Vijan and director Amar Kaushik, who also helmed the 2018 blockbuster movie Stree. Bhediya also stars Abhishek Banerjee and Deepak Dobriyal in key roles. It is scheduled to release on April 14, 2022. Stay tuned...

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Arjun Rampal's 'The Battle Of Bhima Koregaon' To Release In Theatres On September 17

"The Battle Of Bhima Koregaon" - a historical drama film starring Arjun Rampal has been confirmed for a theatrical release on September 17 this year. The Ramesh Thete directorial features Arjun Rampal as the warrior Sidhnak Mahar Inamdar and Sunny Leone as a spy who doubles as a courtesan. Director Thete, who has also produced the film, shared, "We are very positive about the outcome and have worked extensively on innovating the marketing and distribution space. September serves better as it initiates the entire festive season ahead". The film takes the audience back to the era of the Peshwa regime in Maharashtra two centuries ago. Celebrated art director Nitin Desai will recreate the period. The historical drama also stars Digangana Suryavanshi, Govind Namdev, Ashok Samarth, Milind Gunaji, Krushna Abhishek, Abhimanyu Singh, and newcomer Rishi Sharma in key roles. Stay tuned...

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Lyca Productions Collaborates With Leading Indian Filmmakers For Their Forthcoming Projects

One of the leading production and distribution houses of India, Lyca Productions has joined hands with some of the biggest Indian filmmakers to produce and distribute their forthcoming projects. On the occasion of Lyca Group Chairman, Allirajah SubasKaran’s birthday today (March 2), Lyca Productions and Mahaveer Jain unveil names of their esteemed partners (leading filmmakers). ## The filmmakers who have joined hands with Lyca include Karan Johar, Mani Ratnam, Rajkumar Hirani, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Nitesh Tiwari, Aanand L Rai, Akshay Kumar, Shankar, and Sooraj Barjatya. According to reports, Karan Johar's Dharma Production has signed a 5-film deal with Lyca Productions to co-produce films. ## Lyca Productions took to Twitter and unveiled the names of filmmakers it will be collaborating with via a video. "@LycaProductions & #MahaveerJain unveil names of their esteemed partners (leading filmmakers) on the occasion of Lyca Group Chairman, Allirajah SubasKaran’s birthday. #AashishSingh", the caption read. ## @aanandlrai @akshaykumar #AshwinyIyerTiwari @niteshtiwari22 #DineshVijan @karanjohar #ManiRatnam #RajKumarHirani #SanjayLeelaBhansali @shankarshanmugh #SoorajBarjatya— Lyca Productions (@LycaProductions) March 2, 2021 ## Last year Akshay Kumar and Prabhas promoted the Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Mahaveer Jain's special feature on the untold defining moment of PM Narendra Modi's life, titled Mann Bairagi, which will be releasing later this year.## More details about the collaborations are yet to be revealed. ## Stay tuned...

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Tiger Shroff Starrer Heropanti 2 Set To Smash Theaters On December 3, 2021

On Tiger Shroff's 31st birthday, Sajid Nadiadwala presented him a smashing gift by announcing the release date of his much-awaited movie, Heropanti 2. A sequel to Tiger's debut film, Heropanti 2 will be hitting theaters on December 3, 2021. Directed by Ahmed Khan, and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Heropanti 2 will also star Tara Sutaria as the female lead opposite Tiger. TIGER SHROFF: #HEROPANTI2 RELEASE DATE... On #TigerShroff's birthday today, Team #Heropanti2 announces the release date: 3 Dec 2021... Stars #TigerShroff... Directed by #AhmedKhan... Produced by #SajidNadiadwala. pic.twitter.com/YhbI7jVW2J— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) March 2, 2021 Heropanti 2 shoots begin last year in December. It was the first film Tiger started shooting post the lockdown. He will also be starring in Sajid Nadiadwala's 3rd film of the Baaghi franchise which will be directed by Ahmed Khan. Stay tuned...

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Badminton Player Saina Nehwal's Biopic, Titled Saina To Release On March 26

The biopic of former world number 1 badminton player Saina Nehwal gets a theatrical release date. Titled "Saina", the biographical sports drama starring Parineeti Chopra as Nehwal will be hitting theaters on March 26th this year. Saina is directed by Amole Gupte and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Sujay Jairaj, and Rasesh Shah under the banner of T-Series and Front Foot Pictures. The movie also stars Manav Kaul as Pullela Gopichand (former India badminton player), and Paresh Rawal. Presenting the inspiring story of one of India’s greatest athletes, #Saina. In cinemas on 26th March.@ParineetiChopra @NSaina #AmoleGupte @Manavkaul19 @eshannaqvi #BhushanKumar @deepabhatia11 @sujay_jairaj @raseshtweets #KrishanKumar @AmaalMallik @manojmuntashir @kunaalvermaa77 pic.twitter.com/hy4de3MWQS— T-Series (@TSeries) March 2, 2021 Initially, Shraddha Kapoor had signed the film to play Nehwal's role, but she opted out of the film due to scheduling conflicts. The film was earlier set to release in September 2020 but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in India. Saina will be based on the life of Saina Nehwal who is the only Indian to have won at least one medal in every BWF major individual event including the Olympics. She has been conferred with Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, Padma Shri, and Padma Bhushan by the government of India. Stay tuned...

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Sajid Nadiadwala Announces The Release Date Of Ahan Shetty & Tara Sutaria's 'Tadap'

Mumbai, August 24, 2021: Sajid Nadiadwala of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment has announced the release date of Suniel Shetty's son, Ahan Shetty's debut movie "Tadap", also starring Tara Sutaria as the female lead. An incredible love story film that is the remake of a Telugu movie, RX100, Tadap be releasing in theaters on 3rd December 2021. Taking to Twitter, the production house announced the release date. "Witness this magic on the big screen. #SajidNadiadwala's #Tadap - An Incredible Love Story in cinemas on 3rd December 2021 Collision symbol Directed by @milanluthria". Witness this magic on the big screen ✨#SajidNadiadwala’s #Tadap - An Incredible Love Story in cinemas on 3rd December 2021 💥 Directed by @milanluthria #AhanShetty @TaraSutaria @rajatsaroraa @ipritamofficial @foxstarhindi @WardaNadiadwala #FoxStarStudios— Nadiadwala Grandson (@NGEMovies) August 24, 2021 Tadap is directed by Milan Luthria and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under his banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment while Fox Star Studios has presented it. The romantic actioner also stars Sikander Kher and Sharat Saxena in the key roles. The movie was earlier supposed to release on 24 September 2021 in theaters, however, due to the second covid-19 wave, the makers have now postponed it to December 2021. ## Stay tuned...

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'He Was An Actor With A Restless Mind', Bhumi Recalls Sushant As 'Sonchiriya' Turns 2

Actress Bhumi Pedenekar has remembered late actor Sushant Singh Rajput on the second anniversary of their movie, Sonchiriya which was released on the 1st March 2019. Recalling Sushant, Bhumi said that he was a rare mind in Bollywood. ## "Sushant became a friend and someone I admired very fast. He was a true blue gem of a person and an actor with a restless mind. We really had the best time on set. His rare mind with brilliant ideas kept me very intrigued through our Sonchiriya experience", Bhumi said according to Sify.## "I got to meet and work with a creative mind like Sushant Singh Rajput due to the film. I had the best time exchanging notes with him", she added.## "Sonchiriya' gave me the chance to work with a brilliant cast and people I admired deeply. It's an experience I'll deeply cherish more because of the collaboration I had with Sushant and Khushiya, the little girl who played Sonchiriya. Khushiya has become a part of my life forever", she recalled working on Sonchiriya.## Sonchiriya couldn't make big numbers at the box office but it was critically admired. Bhumi said that this will always be a special film in her filmography because it taught her to take bigger risks as an artist with every film. She also thanked director Abhishek Chaubey for showing faith in her to perform the tough role of Indumati Tomar. ## "A film like Sonchiriya is rare, it comes maybe once in a lifetime for an artist and I'm fortunate that I got to do this project. Abhishek Chaubey's vision with this film was so unique and original that it literally blew my mind. The love and respect that I have got from people across the world for this project are truly humbling", she added. ## Apart from Sushant and Bhumi, the movie also starred Manoj Bajpayee, Ranvir Shorey, and Ashutosh Rana in pivotal roles. The story of the film is set in the ravines of the river Chambal valley. It tells the tale of dacoits in 1975, who termed themselves Baaghis, the rebels. Sonchiriya was produced by Ronnie Screwvala under the banner RSVP Movies. ## Stay tuned...

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Ranbir Kapoor Starrer Animal Books Dussehra 2022 For Grand Release

Bollywood is in a real hurry to lock the release dates of its upcoming movies. Not only 2021 dates but 2022 dates are also filling fast. Joining this list, Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Parineeti Chopra, and Bobby Deol starrer, "Animal" has booked Dussehra 2022 weekend for a grand release. "Animal" is expected to go on floors in June this year. It will be directed by the Kabir Singh director Sandeep Reddy Vanga and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, and Murad Khetani under the banners of T-Series, Bhadrakali Pictures, and Cine1Studios. #Animal, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Parineeti Chopra, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga to have a Dusshera 2022 release.Animal is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Pranay Reddy Vanga, Murad Khetani & Krishan Kumar. @AnilKapoor #RanbirKapoor @ParineetiChopra— T-Series (@TSeries) March 1, 2021 Ranbir Kapoor is going to have a busy next year with a series of films. The talented actor, who was last seen in a biographical-drama movie, Sanju, has been working on Ayan Mukerji's Brahmastra for quite some time now. He also has Shamshera, of which, that shoot has been completed. Stay tuned...

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Dum Laga Ke Haisha Will Always Be A Super Special One For My Career, For My Life: Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana has established himself as an actor who doesn't afraid of choosing hard-hitting social drama films such as Article 15, Shubh Mangal Savdhaan, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, and Vicky Donor. And there is no debate when she credits his films Vicky Donor and Dum Laga Ke Haisha for triggering his journey to stardom.## "The success of Vicky Donor and then Dum Laga Ke Haisha told me that the audience wanted to have a different experience in the theatre and that their taste was changing. They wanted to have a different form of engagement at the movies. They wanted to have a conversation, have a debate, and take back an uplifting message home", said Ayushmann according to Sify.## Vicky Donor was Ayushmann's debut film in which he played the character of a sperm donor. The film was critically acclaimed. He says films such as Vicky Donor, and Dum Laga Ke Haisha have been the voice of his beliefs and sensibilities, and have enabled him to write his own destiny in this industry. ## "I never looked back after Dum Laga Ke Haisha and so, it will always be a super special one for my career, for my life. It bolstered my belief that I was on the right path of selecting films that spark a conversation. I will forever be indebted to Adi (producer Aditya Chopra) sir, (producer) Maneesh Sharma, and (director) Sharat Katariya for bringing this film to me", he added.## Ayushmann says these types of films have shaped his position as an artiste who wants to walk the road less traveled and constantly experiment with genres and subjects. His upcoming films are "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" is a new-age romantic emotional drama film, scheduled to release on 9 July 2021. The actor will also be starring in his "Article 15" director, Anubhav Sinha's next directorial, "ANEK" which is a thriller movie. It will be hitting theaters on September 17 this year. ## Stay tuned...

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Kangana Ranaut Reveals Her Character Name From Upcoming Movie Tejas, Movie To Go On Floors In March

Among the upcoming big-budgeted movies, Kangana Ranaut starrer Tejas is one of them making enough noise to keep the fans on the edge. The film showcases the story of a woman pilot in the Indian Air Force being played by Kangana. ## The movie was announced many moons back but couldn't go on floors due to the covid-19 pandemic. However, things are finally started falling in one place and Tejas is all set to take off next month. While fans are waiting to know more about the film, the actress has revealed her character name from Tejas. ## Taking to Twitter, Kangana shared the picture of an Army uniform which she will wear in the movie with "Tejas Gill" written on it which is her name in the film. However, according to her, she never knew about her character name until she read the full name on her uniform today. ## "Playing a Sikh soldier in Tejas, I never knew until I read my character full name on my uniform today, had an instant smile on my face, our longings and love has a way of manifesting, the universe speaks to us in more ways than we understand", she wrote on Twitter on Saturday. ## Playing a Sikh soldier in Tejas, I never knew until I read my character full name on my uniform today, had an instant smile on my face, our longings and love has a way of manifesting, universe speaks to us in more ways than we understand ❤️ pic.twitter.com/wkR9jQWbhL— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) February 27, 2021 ## Earlier in the day, Kangana also announced that her ambitious project will officially take off this March which also happens to be her birthday month (March 23). "Beginning of a new journey... look test with team #Tejas going on floor this spring my birthday month @sarveshmewara1, @RonnieScrewvala, @RSVPMovies", she wrote. ## Beginning of a new journey... look test with team #Tejas going on floor this spring my birthday month 🌸⁦@sarveshmewara1⁩ ⁦@RonnieScrewvala⁩ ⁦@RSVPMovies⁩ pic.twitter.com/xMYdshFNlx— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) February 27, 2021 ## Talking about the film Tejas, it is written and directed by Sarvesh Mewara and produced by Ronnie Screwvala under his production banner RSVP Movies. The film also stars R. Bhakti Klein as Norwegian Ambassador. ## Apart from Tejas, Kangana will also be starring in the much-talked-about movie "Thalaivi" which happens to be the biopic of former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister late J Jayalalithaa. The actress will be seen playing the titular role in the movie that is directed by AL Vijay. Thalaivi will be hitting the theatres on April 23 this year and will be releasing in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.## Other than Thalaivi, the Queen actress also looking forward to the release of her spy thriller "Dhaakad" in which she is portraying the character of Agent Agni. The Razneesh Ghai directorial will be releasing on 1st October 2021 on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.## Stay tuned...

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Action Is Like Item Song To Me - John Abraham

Bollywood actor, John Abraham is one of the actors who has done more action films, and this joner has become a cakewalk for him. He is now all set to return to the new action avatar with the upcoming gangster drama film, Mumbai Saga that will be hitting theaters on March 19. The actor said that performing action scenes is like doing an item song for him. ## Abraham's movies have always attracted mass audiences because of the high octane action. And he said that he likes working in mass-oriented films because the mass audience has shaped his career and established him as a macho man of the Bollywood industry. ## "For some actors, they love dancing. For me, the action is my dance. It's like an item song to me", said John.## "I think you must do films that relate to the mass audience and not just a few people who are sitting in a fancy theatre. I saw what Manya Surve (his character in Shootout At Wadala) did for me and Sanjay (Gupta). So, these kinds of films are relatable with a large section of the audience", he said while talking to the media at the trailer launch of Mumbai Saga on his slant at doing mass-oriented films. ## When asked about how he manages to bring a different kind of action in every film, the actor said, "It's tough because I feel like my bones are breaking but I try to do different action in different films. This film has raw action. In this film, my character has a conflict with Emraan's character. It's a gangster film and we are showing what has happened in reality".## The trailer of Mumbai Saga was released on Friday (February 26) and it shows how violence ruled Bombay in the 80s and 90s. John portrays a gangster who aspires to rule Bombay while Emraan Hashmi is cast as a cop who wants to kill John and win prize money of Rs 10 crore. The Sanjay Gupta directorial has an ensemble cast including Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Kajal Aggarwal, Prateik Babbar, Rohit Roy, Anjana Sukhani, and Gulshan Grover. ## John Abraham will also be starring in an action thriller film, Attack, directed and co-written by Lakshya Raj Anand. Co-starring Jacqueline Fernandez, and Rakul Preet Singh, John will be seen doing action once again in this film but he said it will be completely different and futuristic action. Attack is scheduled to release on August 13, 2021.## Apart from Mumbai Saga and Attack, John Abraham's Satyameva Jayate 2, which is a sequel to his 2018's hit movie, is also scheduled to release on May 14 this year. Directed by Milap Zaveri, the movie also stars Divya Khosla Kumar as the female lead. ## Stay tuned...

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