Anand Ekarshi’s Malayalam-language “Aattam” (“The Play”) was named best film on Friday at India’s National Film Awards. The film also won editing for Mahesh Bhuvanend and original screenplay for Ekarshi.
Sooraj R. Barjatya won best director for Bollywood film “Uunchai,” starring Amitabh Bachchan. Neena Gupta won supporting actress for the film.
Rishabh Shetty’s Kannada-language “Kantara” won the award for ‘best film providing wholesome entertainment,’ while Shetty also won best actor.
The best actress award was shared by Nithya Menen for Tamil-language “Thiruchitrambalam” and Manasi Parekh for Gujarati-language “Kutch Express.” “Thiruchitrambalam” also won the choreography award for Jani Master and Sathish Krishnan, while Niki Joshi won the costume designer award for “Kutch Express.”
Pawan Malhotra won supporting actor for Haryanvi film “Fouja,” which also won best debut director for Pramod Kumar and lyrics for Naushad Sadar Khan. Sreepath won the child actor award for Malayalam-language film “Malikappuram.”
Arpita Mukherjee and Rahul V.
Sooraj R. Barjatya won best director for Bollywood film “Uunchai,” starring Amitabh Bachchan. Neena Gupta won supporting actress for the film.
Rishabh Shetty’s Kannada-language “Kantara” won the award for ‘best film providing wholesome entertainment,’ while Shetty also won best actor.
The best actress award was shared by Nithya Menen for Tamil-language “Thiruchitrambalam” and Manasi Parekh for Gujarati-language “Kutch Express.” “Thiruchitrambalam” also won the choreography award for Jani Master and Sathish Krishnan, while Niki Joshi won the costume designer award for “Kutch Express.”
Pawan Malhotra won supporting actor for Haryanvi film “Fouja,” which also won best debut director for Pramod Kumar and lyrics for Naushad Sadar Khan. Sreepath won the child actor award for Malayalam-language film “Malikappuram.”
Arpita Mukherjee and Rahul V.
- 8/16/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Producer Ekta Kapoor, known for her extensive contributions to television through Balaji Telefilms, her successful ventures in cinema with Balaji Motion Pictures, and her impactful presence in the Ott space, has recently partnered with iconic filmmaker Mahaveer Jain.
Jain, acclaimed for movies like “Good Luck Jerry” and “Uunchai,” has joined forces with Kapoor to create a heartwarming family film. The trailer for their latest project was launched during the screening of Kartik Aaryan’s “Chandu Champion,” making a significant impression on the audience.
Trailer Premiere with “Chandu Champion”
The new family film’s trailer was strategically unveiled in theaters, premiering alongside the release of Kartik Aaryan’s much-anticipated movie “Chandu Champion.”
This collaboration between two celebrated filmmakers aims to captivate viewers with a narrative that spans generations, highlighting the beauty and complexity of familial relationships.
The choice to debut the trailer during the screening of “Chandu Champion” underscores the supportive...
Jain, acclaimed for movies like “Good Luck Jerry” and “Uunchai,” has joined forces with Kapoor to create a heartwarming family film. The trailer for their latest project was launched during the screening of Kartik Aaryan’s “Chandu Champion,” making a significant impression on the audience.
Trailer Premiere with “Chandu Champion”
The new family film’s trailer was strategically unveiled in theaters, premiering alongside the release of Kartik Aaryan’s much-anticipated movie “Chandu Champion.”
This collaboration between two celebrated filmmakers aims to captivate viewers with a narrative that spans generations, highlighting the beauty and complexity of familial relationships.
The choice to debut the trailer during the screening of “Chandu Champion” underscores the supportive...
- 6/15/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Actress Neena Gupta, who is not only celebrated for her acting prowess but is also revered for her sense of style, has shared a picture, hinting at a playful take on “trolling.” With a career spanning four decades, Neena has effortlessly carved a niche for herself as a fashion icon, captivating audiences with her unique fashion choices.
The ‘Badhaai Ho’ fame actress is an ardent social media user. She has shared a new picture of herself wearing white shorts and matching shirt.
The ‘Uunchai’ actress rounded off her look by tying her hair in a bun, sunglasses, a silver neck piece, sling bag and white sneakers.
Neena is posing confidently for the camera, and captioned it as: “A picture for trolling.”
The post received love from fans as they wrote: “Caption for many of us this picture is inspiring.”
One user said: “Picture of confidence.”
Another fan commented: “You are a rockstar…...
The ‘Badhaai Ho’ fame actress is an ardent social media user. She has shared a new picture of herself wearing white shorts and matching shirt.
The ‘Uunchai’ actress rounded off her look by tying her hair in a bun, sunglasses, a silver neck piece, sling bag and white sneakers.
Neena is posing confidently for the camera, and captioned it as: “A picture for trolling.”
The post received love from fans as they wrote: “Caption for many of us this picture is inspiring.”
One user said: “Picture of confidence.”
Another fan commented: “You are a rockstar…...
- 2/11/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Veteran star Anupam Kher is looking back fondly on his film ‘Uunchai’, where he shared the big screen with megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Boman Iraniand Danny Denzongpa.
Posting a behind-the-scenes reel of the film, Anupam called the movie a philosophy of life as he reflected upon the memory fondly.
Taking to Instagram, he shared the celebratory post and captioned: “Can’t believe it is already #1yearOf’Uunchai’! It will always remain one of my most satisfying and gratifying experiences!”
He added: “#’Uunchai’ is not just a film. It is a philosophy of life I completely believe in! And only a person/director like #SoorajBarjataya can take you on this beautiful journey. Thank Sooraj for your love, warmth and brilliance! Thank you everybody in team #Uunchai for your contribution in making me a richer person. Jai Ho!”
The film was directed by Sooraj Barjataya and dealt with a dramatic endeavour of three...
Posting a behind-the-scenes reel of the film, Anupam called the movie a philosophy of life as he reflected upon the memory fondly.
Taking to Instagram, he shared the celebratory post and captioned: “Can’t believe it is already #1yearOf’Uunchai’! It will always remain one of my most satisfying and gratifying experiences!”
He added: “#’Uunchai’ is not just a film. It is a philosophy of life I completely believe in! And only a person/director like #SoorajBarjataya can take you on this beautiful journey. Thank Sooraj for your love, warmth and brilliance! Thank you everybody in team #Uunchai for your contribution in making me a richer person. Jai Ho!”
The film was directed by Sooraj Barjataya and dealt with a dramatic endeavour of three...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Veteran star Anupam Kher is looking back fondly on his film ‘Uunchai’, where he shared the big screen with megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Boman Iraniand Danny Denzongpa.
Posting a behind-the-scenes reel of the film, Anupam called the movie a philosophy of life as he reflected upon the memory fondly.
Taking to Instagram, he shared the celebratory post and captioned: “Can’t believe it is already #1yearOf’Uunchai’! It will always remain one of my most satisfying and gratifying experiences!”
He added: “#’Uunchai’ is not just a film. It is a philosophy of life I completely believe in! And only a person/director like #SoorajBarjataya can take you on this beautiful journey. Thank Sooraj for your love, warmth and brilliance! Thank you everybody in team #Uunchai for your contribution in making me a richer person. Jai Ho!”
The film was directed by Sooraj Barjataya and dealt with a dramatic endeavour of three...
Posting a behind-the-scenes reel of the film, Anupam called the movie a philosophy of life as he reflected upon the memory fondly.
Taking to Instagram, he shared the celebratory post and captioned: “Can’t believe it is already #1yearOf’Uunchai’! It will always remain one of my most satisfying and gratifying experiences!”
He added: “#’Uunchai’ is not just a film. It is a philosophy of life I completely believe in! And only a person/director like #SoorajBarjataya can take you on this beautiful journey. Thank Sooraj for your love, warmth and brilliance! Thank you everybody in team #Uunchai for your contribution in making me a richer person. Jai Ho!”
The film was directed by Sooraj Barjataya and dealt with a dramatic endeavour of three...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The latest advertising campaign launched by P Mark Mustard Oil, a leading brand of mustard oil, has two well-known celebrities adding more star power to the ad film Boman Irani and Neena Gupta.
The highly engaging film has been broadcast on a wide range of News and General Entertainment Channels and, accordingly to preliminary dipstick studies, has been received well.
Boman Irani has, of course, been associated with the brand for a very long time. For more than a decade, Boman has played a wide variety of roles in numerous campaigns for the brand; these include an enthusiastic departmental store shopper; a quirky tabla ustad; an out-of-control boxing coach; a bungling chef; and an incompetent language translator.
This time around, Boman is joined by another acclaimed character actor, Neena Gupta who plays an irritable neighbour. After a series of skirmishes, the two characters bond over fond memories of their favourite...
The highly engaging film has been broadcast on a wide range of News and General Entertainment Channels and, accordingly to preliminary dipstick studies, has been received well.
Boman Irani has, of course, been associated with the brand for a very long time. For more than a decade, Boman has played a wide variety of roles in numerous campaigns for the brand; these include an enthusiastic departmental store shopper; a quirky tabla ustad; an out-of-control boxing coach; a bungling chef; and an incompetent language translator.
This time around, Boman is joined by another acclaimed character actor, Neena Gupta who plays an irritable neighbour. After a series of skirmishes, the two characters bond over fond memories of their favourite...
- 11/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The latest advertising campaign launched by P Mark Mustard Oil, a leading brand of mustard oil, has two well-known celebrities adding more star power to the ad film Boman Irani and Neena Gupta.
The highly engaging film has been broadcast on a wide range of News and General Entertainment Channels and, accordingly to preliminary dipstick studies, has been received well.
Boman Irani has, of course, been associated with the brand for a very long time. For more than a decade, Boman has played a wide variety of roles in numerous campaigns for the brand; these include an enthusiastic departmental store shopper; a quirky tabla ustad; an out-of-control boxing coach; a bungling chef; and an incompetent language translator.
This time around, Boman is joined by another acclaimed character actor, Neena Gupta who plays an irritable neighbour. After a series of skirmishes, the two characters bond over fond memories of their favourite...
The highly engaging film has been broadcast on a wide range of News and General Entertainment Channels and, accordingly to preliminary dipstick studies, has been received well.
Boman Irani has, of course, been associated with the brand for a very long time. For more than a decade, Boman has played a wide variety of roles in numerous campaigns for the brand; these include an enthusiastic departmental store shopper; a quirky tabla ustad; an out-of-control boxing coach; a bungling chef; and an incompetent language translator.
This time around, Boman is joined by another acclaimed character actor, Neena Gupta who plays an irritable neighbour. After a series of skirmishes, the two characters bond over fond memories of their favourite...
- 11/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Director-producer Sooraj Barjatya, who is known for films such as ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’ and ‘Hum Saath – Saath Hain’, is set to grace the singing reality show, ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’.
During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’
This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.
Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.
After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.
During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’
This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.
Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.
After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.
- 9/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Director-producer Sooraj Barjatya, who is known for films such as ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Maine Pyar Kiya’ and ‘Hum Saath – Saath Hain’, is set to grace the singing reality show, ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa’.
During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’
This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.
Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.
After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.
During the course of the episode, Sooraj shared an anecdote about the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ in which Bollywood superstar Salman Khan teases Madhuri Dixit in the iconic film ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’
This weekend, the ‘Shaadi Special’ episode features Sooraj Barjatya, his son Avnish Barjatya, and the cast of the upcoming film ‘Dono’- Rajveer Deol, and Paloma Dhillon’ as special guests.
Contestants Rik Basu and Sneha Bhattacharya’s duet performance to the songs ‘Pehla Pehla Pyar Hai’ and ‘Aaja Shaam Hone Aaee’ mesmerises everyone.
After listening to their performance, Sooraj Barjatya shares an interesting anecdote from the time when he directed the song ‘Pehla Pehla Pyaar Hai’ with Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit.
- 9/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi on Sunday shared a throwback picture of former Prime Minister of India and her father Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary. The picture in question was clicked by veteran Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who had good relations with Rajiv Gandhi and Indira Gandhi.
Taking to Instagram, Priyanka shared a photo along with a montage video of her father, with a backdrop song of ‘jeena isi ka naam hain’ from the 1959 film ‘Anari’. It was sung by Mukesh. The film starred Raj Kapoor and Nutan.
In the caption, Priyanka quoted the lines of the song: “Kisi ki muskuraahaton pe ho nisaar, kisi ka dard mil sake to le udhaar, kisi ke vaaste ho tere dil me pyaar, jeena isi ka naam hain.”
“These lines always reminds me of you. Whenever I listen to this song my eyes are filled with tears. Photo credit- @amitabhbachchan Ji,” added Priyanka.
Taking to Instagram, Priyanka shared a photo along with a montage video of her father, with a backdrop song of ‘jeena isi ka naam hain’ from the 1959 film ‘Anari’. It was sung by Mukesh. The film starred Raj Kapoor and Nutan.
In the caption, Priyanka quoted the lines of the song: “Kisi ki muskuraahaton pe ho nisaar, kisi ka dard mil sake to le udhaar, kisi ke vaaste ho tere dil me pyaar, jeena isi ka naam hain.”
“These lines always reminds me of you. Whenever I listen to this song my eyes are filled with tears. Photo credit- @amitabhbachchan Ji,” added Priyanka.
- 8/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ever since Elon Musk changed the name of Twitter to X in his very bizarre move, every netizen found it to be an exceptionally bewildering development. Of course this roster includes celebrities like veteran megastar Amitabh Bachchan and the average people alike. Joining the whole conversation is Amitabh, who gave out a very witty and amusing post in regards to the name change, saying that now the name has changed, then so should the text.
Taking to his X account, Big B wrote: X-4732 Ab ‘T’ ban gaya hai ‘X’, toh badalna padega text (Now T (Twitter) has become X, then so should the text).”
Fans were all amused by this bizarrely amusing tweet, to which netizens had many things to say.
One netizen gave an equally witty reply: “Many things have changed in the past 54 years, except Amitabh Bachchan ji who to this day has remained constant since 1969.”
Another fan wrote: “T has changed,...
Taking to his X account, Big B wrote: X-4732 Ab ‘T’ ban gaya hai ‘X’, toh badalna padega text (Now T (Twitter) has become X, then so should the text).”
Fans were all amused by this bizarrely amusing tweet, to which netizens had many things to say.
One netizen gave an equally witty reply: “Many things have changed in the past 54 years, except Amitabh Bachchan ji who to this day has remained constant since 1969.”
Another fan wrote: “T has changed,...
- 8/8/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Diane Kruger To Be Feted At Zurich
Diane Kruger is set to receive Zurich’s Golden Eye Award during the fest’s latest edition, running September 28-October 8. Kruger will accept the award on October 2 and present her latest pic Visions, by French filmmaker Yann Gozlan. In the pic, Kruger plays a married airline captain whose life flies out of control when she bumps into an old flame. Previous winners of Zurich’s Golden Eye Award include Eddie Redmayne, Iris Berben, Kristen Stewart, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Malkovich, Helen Hunt and Olivia Colman. “Thank you Zurich Film Festival for this wonderful recognition,” Kruger said. “I’m honored and proud to be part of the impressive list of past honorees. I look forward to returning to Zurich and celebrating with all of you in October.”
Asian Achievers Awards Sets Shortlist
Exclusive: The shortlist for this year’s Asian Achievers Awards has been revealed.
Diane Kruger is set to receive Zurich’s Golden Eye Award during the fest’s latest edition, running September 28-October 8. Kruger will accept the award on October 2 and present her latest pic Visions, by French filmmaker Yann Gozlan. In the pic, Kruger plays a married airline captain whose life flies out of control when she bumps into an old flame. Previous winners of Zurich’s Golden Eye Award include Eddie Redmayne, Iris Berben, Kristen Stewart, Jake Gyllenhaal, John Malkovich, Helen Hunt and Olivia Colman. “Thank you Zurich Film Festival for this wonderful recognition,” Kruger said. “I’m honored and proud to be part of the impressive list of past honorees. I look forward to returning to Zurich and celebrating with all of you in October.”
Asian Achievers Awards Sets Shortlist
Exclusive: The shortlist for this year’s Asian Achievers Awards has been revealed.
- 8/3/2023
- by Zac Ntim and Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
ZEE5 Global, a streaming platform which focuses on South Asian content, has grown 35% year-on-year in viewership among its target audience in the U.S., according to data released by the service.
The South Asian diaspora in the U.S. took the most to drama, with the genre accounting for 60% of the viewership on the platform during the first half of 2023. Theatrically released films “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan,” starring Salman Khan, “Uunchai,” headlined by Amitabh Bachchan and “Salaam Venky,” featuring Aamir Khan and ZEE5 originals “Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai,” starring Manoj Bajpayee, “Tarla,” with Huma Qureshi, “Ayali,” “Taj: Divided by Blood” and “Vyavastha” were heavy hitters for the service.
Comedy grew 92% year-on-year and accounted for 22% of total viewership, with successes including “Kanjoos Makhichoos,” “United Kachche,” “Mrs. Undercover,” “Chhatriwali,” and “Raksha Bandhan.”
Thrillers recorded a 58% increase in viewership with ZEE5 Global originals “Lost,” “Blurr,” “Oru Kodai Murder Mystery,” “Shabash Feluda,...
The South Asian diaspora in the U.S. took the most to drama, with the genre accounting for 60% of the viewership on the platform during the first half of 2023. Theatrically released films “Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan,” starring Salman Khan, “Uunchai,” headlined by Amitabh Bachchan and “Salaam Venky,” featuring Aamir Khan and ZEE5 originals “Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai,” starring Manoj Bajpayee, “Tarla,” with Huma Qureshi, “Ayali,” “Taj: Divided by Blood” and “Vyavastha” were heavy hitters for the service.
Comedy grew 92% year-on-year and accounted for 22% of total viewership, with successes including “Kanjoos Makhichoos,” “United Kachche,” “Mrs. Undercover,” “Chhatriwali,” and “Raksha Bandhan.”
Thrillers recorded a 58% increase in viewership with ZEE5 Global originals “Lost,” “Blurr,” “Oru Kodai Murder Mystery,” “Shabash Feluda,...
- 8/3/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is an avid social media user, is under the lens as the netizens have trolled him for his old tweet about women’s lingerie.
Recently, a Reddit user shared a screenshot of Big B’s tweet, which the actor had posted on June 12, 2010, where he wrote, “T26 -In the English language, why is ‘bra’ singular and ‘panties’ plural”.
For the unversed, Reddit is a social news website and forum where content is socially curated and promoted by site members through voting. The site name is a play on the words “I read it.”
As soon as the photo of the old tweet went viral on the internet, netizens started sharing their thoughts on the same.
They wrote, “Nation wants to know”, “Good question Bachchan saab try this in next season of ‘Kbc’”, “Sir Ask this in ‘Kbc’ for 5cr”, “galat hain Amitabh ji”, “Jaya ji...
Recently, a Reddit user shared a screenshot of Big B’s tweet, which the actor had posted on June 12, 2010, where he wrote, “T26 -In the English language, why is ‘bra’ singular and ‘panties’ plural”.
For the unversed, Reddit is a social news website and forum where content is socially curated and promoted by site members through voting. The site name is a play on the words “I read it.”
As soon as the photo of the old tweet went viral on the internet, netizens started sharing their thoughts on the same.
They wrote, “Nation wants to know”, “Good question Bachchan saab try this in next season of ‘Kbc’”, “Sir Ask this in ‘Kbc’ for 5cr”, “galat hain Amitabh ji”, “Jaya ji...
- 7/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sooraj Barjatya’s son Avnish is all set to don the director’s hat with his debut film, titled ‘Dono’. While Rajshri’s fourth generation is foraying into the film world, Dono isn’t just Avnish’s directorial debut. The film will also launch Sunny Deol’s son Rajveer Deol and Poonam Dhillon’s daughter Paloma in Bollywood.
Rajshri is all set to tell a love story of two strangers who have one destination, Dono. Repeating history of Maine Pyar Kiya, where a debutant director from Rajshri launched two fresh faces in a memorable love story. Dono, is a special film to the pioneer production house as the direction baton is being passed on to the next generation in the family.
Avnish will helm Rajshri’s 59th film as a director, having previously worked as an Assistant Director on the mega blockbuster Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015) and as an Associate...
Rajshri is all set to tell a love story of two strangers who have one destination, Dono. Repeating history of Maine Pyar Kiya, where a debutant director from Rajshri launched two fresh faces in a memorable love story. Dono, is a special film to the pioneer production house as the direction baton is being passed on to the next generation in the family.
Avnish will helm Rajshri’s 59th film as a director, having previously worked as an Assistant Director on the mega blockbuster Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015) and as an Associate...
- 7/24/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
The title of the Indian sci-fi epic long trailed as “Project K,” has been unveiled as “Kalki 2898 Ad” at the ongoing San Diego Comic-Con, alongside a teaser.
The film is directed by Nag Ashwin (“Mahanati”) and produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies. It stars Indian A-listers Prabhas (“Rrr” director S.S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali franchise); Deepika Padukone, star of “Pathaan,” the biggest Indian hit of the year so far; Amitabh Bachchan, who starred in 2022 hits “Uunchai” and “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,”; Kamal Haasan who starred in and produced “Vikram,” one of the biggest hits of 2022 and has “Indian 2” in the works; and Disha Patani, who was last seen in “Ek Villain Returns” (2022).
In Hindu mythology, Kalki is the 10th and final incarnation of the god Vishnu who appears in order to end the Kali Yuga, the darkest period in mankind’s history. “When the world is taken over by darkness,...
The film is directed by Nag Ashwin (“Mahanati”) and produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies. It stars Indian A-listers Prabhas (“Rrr” director S.S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali franchise); Deepika Padukone, star of “Pathaan,” the biggest Indian hit of the year so far; Amitabh Bachchan, who starred in 2022 hits “Uunchai” and “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,”; Kamal Haasan who starred in and produced “Vikram,” one of the biggest hits of 2022 and has “Indian 2” in the works; and Disha Patani, who was last seen in “Ek Villain Returns” (2022).
In Hindu mythology, Kalki is the 10th and final incarnation of the god Vishnu who appears in order to end the Kali Yuga, the darkest period in mankind’s history. “When the world is taken over by darkness,...
- 7/20/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The hugely-anticipated Indian big-budget sci-fi film, currently known as “Project K,” will unveil exclusive footage in the presence of talent at the San Diego Comic-Con (Sdcc).
Produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies, the film is directed by “Mahanati” filmmaker Nag Ashwin and stars A-listers Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani.
Kicking off the Sdcc celebration, Vyjayanthi Movies will offer fans a look at the film as part of an opening night party on July 19. On July 20, the “Project K” team will host a panel titled “This is Project K: First Glimpse of India’s Mytho-Sci-fi Epic” with Padukone, Prabhas and Haasan during which the film’s full title, teaser trailer and release date will be revealed. The stars will also feature in a performance on Sdcc’s largest stage.
“This exclusive event will transport guests into India’s most ambitious cinematic universe yet with their captivating storytelling,...
Produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies, the film is directed by “Mahanati” filmmaker Nag Ashwin and stars A-listers Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Disha Patani.
Kicking off the Sdcc celebration, Vyjayanthi Movies will offer fans a look at the film as part of an opening night party on July 19. On July 20, the “Project K” team will host a panel titled “This is Project K: First Glimpse of India’s Mytho-Sci-fi Epic” with Padukone, Prabhas and Haasan during which the film’s full title, teaser trailer and release date will be revealed. The stars will also feature in a performance on Sdcc’s largest stage.
“This exclusive event will transport guests into India’s most ambitious cinematic universe yet with their captivating storytelling,...
- 7/6/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra and her fiance Raghav Chadha, who is a senior leader at Aam Aadmi Party, were seen doing sewa (service) inside the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Seeking blessings for their marriage at the temple recently, Parineeti was seen washing dishes while talking to some of the other people also doing sewa in the holy complex.
Raghav Chadda was seen doing the same, both of them washing the plates carefully. Parineeti was wearing a beige kurta salwar with a dupatta on her head while Raghav Chadda was wearing a white kurta and pajama with a grey Nehru jacket and his head covered with a saffron cloth with the symbol of the holy Nishan Sahib.
The couple got engaged in May 13, 2023 and their engagement party was attended by several high profile guests such as Priyanka Chopra, Punjab Cm Bhagwant Mann and Aap leader and Delhi Cm, Arvind Kejirwal.
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Raghav Chadda was seen doing the same, both of them washing the plates carefully. Parineeti was wearing a beige kurta salwar with a dupatta on her head while Raghav Chadda was wearing a white kurta and pajama with a grey Nehru jacket and his head covered with a saffron cloth with the symbol of the holy Nishan Sahib.
The couple got engaged in May 13, 2023 and their engagement party was attended by several high profile guests such as Priyanka Chopra, Punjab Cm Bhagwant Mann and Aap leader and Delhi Cm, Arvind Kejirwal.
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- 7/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Veteran Indian actor Kamal Haasan is joining Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan and Disha Patani on the cast of Nag Ashwin’s “Project K.”
The film, a big-budget sci-fi action epic, is directed by Nag Ashwin (“Mahanati”) and produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies, marking the banner’s 50th anniversary.
Haasan starred in and produced “Vikram,” one of the biggest hits of 2022 and has “Indian 2” in the works. Following the tremendous critical and commercial success of “Nayakan” (1987), he will also reunite with Mani Ratnam, who has had hits with the two-part “Ponniyin Selvan” films.
Prabhas’ “Adipurush,” which is currently in cinemas, has considerably slowed down after a mighty debut. Padukone starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in “Pathaan,” the biggest Indian hit of the year so far. Bachchan starred in 2022 hits “Uunchai” and “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,” while Patani was last seen in “Ek Villain Returns” (2022).
Haasan said: “50 years...
The film, a big-budget sci-fi action epic, is directed by Nag Ashwin (“Mahanati”) and produced by C. Aswani Dutt’s Vyjayanthi Movies, marking the banner’s 50th anniversary.
Haasan starred in and produced “Vikram,” one of the biggest hits of 2022 and has “Indian 2” in the works. Following the tremendous critical and commercial success of “Nayakan” (1987), he will also reunite with Mani Ratnam, who has had hits with the two-part “Ponniyin Selvan” films.
Prabhas’ “Adipurush,” which is currently in cinemas, has considerably slowed down after a mighty debut. Padukone starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in “Pathaan,” the biggest Indian hit of the year so far. Bachchan starred in 2022 hits “Uunchai” and “Brahmastra Part One: Shiva,” while Patani was last seen in “Ek Villain Returns” (2022).
Haasan said: “50 years...
- 6/25/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Mumbai, June 21 (Ians) Actress Pooja Hegde, who will be seen sharing screen space with megastar Amitabh Bachchan in an advertisement, has shared a sneak-peek from the sets.
Sharing her excitement, the actress took to Instagram, expressing her admiration for Big B while providing a glimpse of their collaboration.
Posting a black and white picture to capture the moment, the actress noted down her observations regarding Amitabh Bachchan’s work.
She captioned it: “Just watching this legend at work! Can’t wait for you all to see the new ads we’ve shot. What fun.”
Best known for her work in Telugu movies such as ‘Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo’, ‘Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava’ and Tamil movies such as ‘Beast’ and ‘Mugamoodi’, the actress also has done various Bollywood movies such as ‘Housefull 4’ and ‘Mohenjodaro’. Pooja Hedge was most recently seen in the Salman Khan led film ‘Kisi Ka Bhai, Kisi Ki Jaan’.
Currently,...
Sharing her excitement, the actress took to Instagram, expressing her admiration for Big B while providing a glimpse of their collaboration.
Posting a black and white picture to capture the moment, the actress noted down her observations regarding Amitabh Bachchan’s work.
She captioned it: “Just watching this legend at work! Can’t wait for you all to see the new ads we’ve shot. What fun.”
Best known for her work in Telugu movies such as ‘Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo’, ‘Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava’ and Tamil movies such as ‘Beast’ and ‘Mugamoodi’, the actress also has done various Bollywood movies such as ‘Housefull 4’ and ‘Mohenjodaro’. Pooja Hedge was most recently seen in the Salman Khan led film ‘Kisi Ka Bhai, Kisi Ki Jaan’.
Currently,...
- 6/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared his excitement and said that it is a ‘dream come true’ moment for him as he got an opportunity to sing a song in Anurag Basu’s film ‘Metro… In Dino’ featuring Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkana Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh.
It is an anthology film that consists of four different stories about modern-day relationships and their complications. ‘The Accidental Prime Minister’ actor posted a video from the sets while finishing his recording session with music composer Pritam and the director. He shared in the video that anything is possible in life. Pritam was also seen praising for his rendition of the track.
He wrote in the caption: “All dreams come true: I never thought in my dreams that I will get an opportunity to sing a song under the music direction of...
It is an anthology film that consists of four different stories about modern-day relationships and their complications. ‘The Accidental Prime Minister’ actor posted a video from the sets while finishing his recording session with music composer Pritam and the director. He shared in the video that anything is possible in life. Pritam was also seen praising for his rendition of the track.
He wrote in the caption: “All dreams come true: I never thought in my dreams that I will get an opportunity to sing a song under the music direction of...
- 4/2/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, March 30 (Ians) Actor Lokesh Mittal, who was last seen in the web series ‘Farzi’, plays a cop in the Ajay Vevgn directorial ‘Bholaa’, which released in theatres on Thursday.
Talking about his working experience in the film, Lokesh said, “When you get to work with the same director again, it becomes blissful. Because when you work with a director for the first time, you may not feel that connected to him as you’re more into understanding things.
“But when you reunite with the same director, it is quite advantageous both for the actor, who can suggest to the director the way in which he wants to create the scene, and for the director, who becomes more receptive.”
Lokesh added: “Ajay Devgn Sir is very calm and cool on the sets. He is really focused and dedicated towards his work. He is also very caring about his team. He...
Talking about his working experience in the film, Lokesh said, “When you get to work with the same director again, it becomes blissful. Because when you work with a director for the first time, you may not feel that connected to him as you’re more into understanding things.
“But when you reunite with the same director, it is quite advantageous both for the actor, who can suggest to the director the way in which he wants to create the scene, and for the director, who becomes more receptive.”
Lokesh added: “Ajay Devgn Sir is very calm and cool on the sets. He is really focused and dedicated towards his work. He is also very caring about his team. He...
- 3/30/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra, who was last seen in ‘Uunchai’, was recently spotted with Raghav Chadha – the Rajya Sabha MP. She went out on a dinner with the politician earlier, and met him again for a ‘lunch date’ on Thursday.
While the two earlier had dinner at Westin hotel in the Goregaon area of Mumbai, they had dinner at a Bandra restaurant.
Videos of their lunch meet-up have been doing rounds on social media with Internet users speculating if something is brewing between them. In the video, while Raghav can be seen sitting in his car, Parineeti can be dressed in black casual wear. She greets the paparazzi stationed at the restaurant and then proceeds to sit in the car. Chadha sported a formal shirt and pant.
Parineeti is the cousin of actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and has been working in Bollywood since 2011. In her 12 years of career so far,...
While the two earlier had dinner at Westin hotel in the Goregaon area of Mumbai, they had dinner at a Bandra restaurant.
Videos of their lunch meet-up have been doing rounds on social media with Internet users speculating if something is brewing between them. In the video, while Raghav can be seen sitting in his car, Parineeti can be dressed in black casual wear. She greets the paparazzi stationed at the restaurant and then proceeds to sit in the car. Chadha sported a formal shirt and pant.
Parineeti is the cousin of actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and has been working in Bollywood since 2011. In her 12 years of career so far,...
- 3/23/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, March 20 (Ians) Actor Lokesh Mittal, who recently received the audience’s appreciation for his work in the streaming series ‘Farzi’, will be next seen playing a cop in the upcoming film ‘Bholaa’, directed by Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn.
He shared that Ajay is very clear in his mind as a director, and gives space to his actors to explore their characters.
The actor, who has earlier worked with Ajay in the latter’s last directorial ‘Runway 34’, told Ians: “Bhola is the 4th directorial venture by Ajay Devgn sir. And this is not the first time I have worked with Ajay Ji. Earlier, I got to work with him in his 3rd directorial ‘Runway 34’ in a scene which brought the introduction of Bachchan Sir’s character in the movie and this was the scene due to which Ajay Devgn films decided to cast me in ‘Bhola’.”
Describing Ajay’s style as a filmmaker,...
He shared that Ajay is very clear in his mind as a director, and gives space to his actors to explore their characters.
The actor, who has earlier worked with Ajay in the latter’s last directorial ‘Runway 34’, told Ians: “Bhola is the 4th directorial venture by Ajay Devgn sir. And this is not the first time I have worked with Ajay Ji. Earlier, I got to work with him in his 3rd directorial ‘Runway 34’ in a scene which brought the introduction of Bachchan Sir’s character in the movie and this was the scene due to which Ajay Devgn films decided to cast me in ‘Bhola’.”
Describing Ajay’s style as a filmmaker,...
- 3/20/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Indian cinema legend Amitabh Bachchan will headline Ribhu Dasgupta’s courtroom drama thriller “Section 84.”
The film is produced by Reliance Entertainment, Film Hangar and Saraswati Entertainment in association with Jio Studios.
This film will mark Bachchan and Dasgupta’s third collaboration after the critical success of Sony Entertainment Television India’s 2014 miniseries “Yudh” and 2016 film “Te3n.”
Bachchan’s last release was Sooraj Barjatya’s “Uunchai,” one of the few box office hits in a 2022 that was otherwise dull for Bollywood.
Reliance Entertainment has been active in the distribution space recently, releasing Steven Spielberg’s Oscar contender “The Fabelmans” in India, which it also coproduced, and striking a deal for the international distribution of “Faraaz,” “Bheed” and “Afwaah” with T-Series and Benaras Mediaworks.
Dasgupta said: “I feel happy, blessed and honored to collaborate with Sir [Bachchan] again. Looking forward to it.”
Vivek B. Agrawal, producer, Reliance Entertainment, said: “It’s an honor to have Mr.
The film is produced by Reliance Entertainment, Film Hangar and Saraswati Entertainment in association with Jio Studios.
This film will mark Bachchan and Dasgupta’s third collaboration after the critical success of Sony Entertainment Television India’s 2014 miniseries “Yudh” and 2016 film “Te3n.”
Bachchan’s last release was Sooraj Barjatya’s “Uunchai,” one of the few box office hits in a 2022 that was otherwise dull for Bollywood.
Reliance Entertainment has been active in the distribution space recently, releasing Steven Spielberg’s Oscar contender “The Fabelmans” in India, which it also coproduced, and striking a deal for the international distribution of “Faraaz,” “Bheed” and “Afwaah” with T-Series and Benaras Mediaworks.
Dasgupta said: “I feel happy, blessed and honored to collaborate with Sir [Bachchan] again. Looking forward to it.”
Vivek B. Agrawal, producer, Reliance Entertainment, said: “It’s an honor to have Mr.
- 3/1/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Mumbai, Feb 28 (Ians) Veteran Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan recently took to his Instagram to share a throwback image of himself and the netizens are convinced that he looks like a carbon copy of his son Abhishek Bachchan.
The ‘Zanjeer’ star recently posted a monochromatic image from his prime days. In the picture, Big B can be seen donning a suit and holding a cup of tea.
The senior actor captioned the picture: “(rolling on the floor laughing emojis) once upon a very long time ago !! Tea ??”
Reacting to the post, Rohit Bose commented: “Eyes always intense !!!” Gauahar Khan posted red heart and raised hands emoji.
But the ones who are having a field day in the comments section are the fans. A fan wrote: “Looks like a superstar Abhishek Bachchan.” Another person said: “So handsome (you) look like Abhishek.”
“I thought it was Abhishek Bachchan,” read another comment. “Amazing pictures,...
The ‘Zanjeer’ star recently posted a monochromatic image from his prime days. In the picture, Big B can be seen donning a suit and holding a cup of tea.
The senior actor captioned the picture: “(rolling on the floor laughing emojis) once upon a very long time ago !! Tea ??”
Reacting to the post, Rohit Bose commented: “Eyes always intense !!!” Gauahar Khan posted red heart and raised hands emoji.
But the ones who are having a field day in the comments section are the fans. A fan wrote: “Looks like a superstar Abhishek Bachchan.” Another person said: “So handsome (you) look like Abhishek.”
“I thought it was Abhishek Bachchan,” read another comment. “Amazing pictures,...
- 2/28/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Popular Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra has two projects based on real-life stories in the works.
“Chamkila” is a biopic on Punjabi singer-songwriter pop star duo Amar Singh Chamkila and Amarjot Kaur, who shot to fame in the 1980s recording and performing songs that were social commentaries or devotionals, and which became massive hits. The duo was gunned down in Mehsampur village, Punjab, in 1988. Their assassination remains an unsolved mystery and was the subject of Kabir Singh Chowdhry’s 2018 mockumentary “Mehsampur.”
“Chamkila,” produced by Reliance Entertainment, is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, known for “Jab We Met” (2007), “Love Aaj Kal” (2009), “Rockstar” (2011) and “Highway” (2014). Pop star and actor Diljit Dosjanh (Netflix original film “Jogi”) plays Chamkila while Chopra plays Kaur.
“Diljit and I are going to be singing throughout the film. We’re doing like 12-15 songs because it’s a film on music. We’re doing live recordings on set.
“Chamkila” is a biopic on Punjabi singer-songwriter pop star duo Amar Singh Chamkila and Amarjot Kaur, who shot to fame in the 1980s recording and performing songs that were social commentaries or devotionals, and which became massive hits. The duo was gunned down in Mehsampur village, Punjab, in 1988. Their assassination remains an unsolved mystery and was the subject of Kabir Singh Chowdhry’s 2018 mockumentary “Mehsampur.”
“Chamkila,” produced by Reliance Entertainment, is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, known for “Jab We Met” (2007), “Love Aaj Kal” (2009), “Rockstar” (2011) and “Highway” (2014). Pop star and actor Diljit Dosjanh (Netflix original film “Jogi”) plays Chamkila while Chopra plays Kaur.
“Diljit and I are going to be singing throughout the film. We’re doing like 12-15 songs because it’s a film on music. We’re doing live recordings on set.
- 2/6/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Actor Boman Irani, who is known for his work in the ‘Munna Bhai’ franchise, ‘Don’ and several others, is celebrating his wedding anniversary on Saturday.
To mark the occasion, the actor shared a series of adorable pictures with wife Zenobia on their 38th wedding anniversary.
The actor, who was recently seen in the film ‘Uunchai’ wished his better half through a witty post that read: “Living under the same roof for 38 years. Living with the same heartbeat for 41. You taught me that winning an argument is actually a loss. Because it’s a stupid, pointless victory.”
“So don’t waste time. But you always said this only when you lost an argument.
Happy anniversary Zeenu,” the post further read.
As for his work, Boman Irani will next be seen alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Raj Kumar Hirani’s ‘Dunki’.
To mark the occasion, the actor shared a series of adorable pictures with wife Zenobia on their 38th wedding anniversary.
The actor, who was recently seen in the film ‘Uunchai’ wished his better half through a witty post that read: “Living under the same roof for 38 years. Living with the same heartbeat for 41. You taught me that winning an argument is actually a loss. Because it’s a stupid, pointless victory.”
“So don’t waste time. But you always said this only when you lost an argument.
Happy anniversary Zeenu,” the post further read.
As for his work, Boman Irani will next be seen alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Raj Kumar Hirani’s ‘Dunki’.
- 1/28/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a video bidding goodbye to the year 2022 and said that he will continue to work hard.
Anupam took to Instagram on Saturday, where he shared a video from behind-the-scene of ‘Uunchai’, ‘The Kashmir Files’ to ‘Karthikeya 2’. The video included performances of the actor in all these three movies.
Alongside the video, he penned a note which read: “My dear friends! Your love bar I’ve been getting for the past 38 years. You all contribute hugely in who I am today. But year 2022 has been very important to me.”
“3 of my films released this year. And you blessed all three with abundant love and blessings. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will continue to work hard and you keep your blessings and love. #Thank you for making my year 2022 most memorable!”
On the work front, Anupam has announced that he began shooting for his 533rd film ‘Metro.
Anupam took to Instagram on Saturday, where he shared a video from behind-the-scene of ‘Uunchai’, ‘The Kashmir Files’ to ‘Karthikeya 2’. The video included performances of the actor in all these three movies.
Alongside the video, he penned a note which read: “My dear friends! Your love bar I’ve been getting for the past 38 years. You all contribute hugely in who I am today. But year 2022 has been very important to me.”
“3 of my films released this year. And you blessed all three with abundant love and blessings. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will continue to work hard and you keep your blessings and love. #Thank you for making my year 2022 most memorable!”
On the work front, Anupam has announced that he began shooting for his 533rd film ‘Metro.
- 12/31/2022
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Exclusive: South Asian-focused streamer ZEE5 Global will roll out Sooraj R. Barjatya’s first feature in seven years on January 6, 2023.
ZEE5 snapped up streaming rights to the film, which stars Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan among others, in November. It is already in cinemas in India and will roll out in 190+ territories on ZEE5 Global next month.
Uunchai marks director Barjatya’s first film since 2015 Salman Khan blockbuster Prem Ratan Dhan Payo and is billed as a “heart-warming tale of friendship.”
Produced by Rajshri Productions in association with Mahaveer Jain Films and Boundless Media, it follows the journey of three aged friends, Amit (Bachchan), Javed (Boman Irani) and Om (Anupam Kher), who decide to embark on a trek to the Everest Base Camp to fulfil the wish of their late friend Bhupen (Danny Dengzongpa).
“Uunchai is a labor of seven years of passion, hard-work and above all, love and after a successful run at the box-office,...
ZEE5 snapped up streaming rights to the film, which stars Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan among others, in November. It is already in cinemas in India and will roll out in 190+ territories on ZEE5 Global next month.
Uunchai marks director Barjatya’s first film since 2015 Salman Khan blockbuster Prem Ratan Dhan Payo and is billed as a “heart-warming tale of friendship.”
Produced by Rajshri Productions in association with Mahaveer Jain Films and Boundless Media, it follows the journey of three aged friends, Amit (Bachchan), Javed (Boman Irani) and Om (Anupam Kher), who decide to embark on a trek to the Everest Base Camp to fulfil the wish of their late friend Bhupen (Danny Dengzongpa).
“Uunchai is a labor of seven years of passion, hard-work and above all, love and after a successful run at the box-office,...
- 12/30/2022
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Piyaa Albela’ actress Sheen Das, who is currently seen playing parallel lead in the show ‘Kathaa Ankahee’, shares why she decided to take up the project and how she feels about playing part of a remake of Turkish drama.
Sheen says: “Although I had never worked in a remake, there was no turning back once I was offered this role. I was moved by the core concept of the show that revolves around a repentant love story.”
The actress recently made her Bollywood debut with ‘Uunchai’. She is playing the character of Katha’s best friend Rewa who is always there to help her friend.
As Katha, played by Aditi Dev, is facing a number of challenges and difficulties because of her son’s illness and has no money for the treatment, Rewa is doing everything to support her.
“My character Rewa is a very endearing character and you can...
Sheen says: “Although I had never worked in a remake, there was no turning back once I was offered this role. I was moved by the core concept of the show that revolves around a repentant love story.”
The actress recently made her Bollywood debut with ‘Uunchai’. She is playing the character of Katha’s best friend Rewa who is always there to help her friend.
As Katha, played by Aditi Dev, is facing a number of challenges and difficulties because of her son’s illness and has no money for the treatment, Rewa is doing everything to support her.
“My character Rewa is a very endearing character and you can...
- 12/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
For TV actor Pranav Sachdeva starting his career in acting was not so easy as his father wanted him to be an advocate but he was always passionate about the profession. The actor shares about beginning his acting career with theatre, doing TV and getting an opportunity to share screen space with megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and Boman Irani in ‘Uunchai’.
He recalls: “I have been doing professional theatre for around 14-15 years, my first camera gig was for TV around a decade ago and then finally this film happened. I have grown up aspiring to be on the silver screen. When the late actor/director Ravi Basvani saw me in a play at Modern School and he told me, ‘You are good, you should join the National School Of Drama.’ “
His father, who was himself a lawyer, made sure that he completed his Llb. “But my dad wanted...
He recalls: “I have been doing professional theatre for around 14-15 years, my first camera gig was for TV around a decade ago and then finally this film happened. I have grown up aspiring to be on the silver screen. When the late actor/director Ravi Basvani saw me in a play at Modern School and he told me, ‘You are good, you should join the National School Of Drama.’ “
His father, who was himself a lawyer, made sure that he completed his Llb. “But my dad wanted...
- 12/9/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Producers Rohit Shetty Productionz, T-Series Films and Reliance Entertainment have released the first trailer for keenly-anticipated comedy film “Cirkus.”
Featuring Ranveer Singh and Varun Sharma in dual roles, the film also stars Pooja Hegde, Jacqueline Fernandez, Johnny Lever, Siddhartha Jadhav, Sanjay Mishra, Tiku Talsania, Vrajesh Hirjee and Ashwini Kalsekar. The film also has cameos by Deepika Padukone and Ajay Devgn. It is directed by Rohit Shetty.
“Cirkus,” set in the 1960s, is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s play “The Comedy of Errors,” which has been adapted several times for Indian screens, notably in 1963 by Manu Sen as Bengali film-language “Bhranti Bilas,” in 1968 by Debu Sen as Hindi-language film “Do Dooni Chaar” and in 1982 by Gulzar as Hindi-language film “Angoor.”
Shetty’s “Sooryavanshi,” starring Akshay Kumar, Singh and Devgn was the first major post-covid Bollywood hit when it released in late 2021. But 2022 has not been a year to remember for...
Featuring Ranveer Singh and Varun Sharma in dual roles, the film also stars Pooja Hegde, Jacqueline Fernandez, Johnny Lever, Siddhartha Jadhav, Sanjay Mishra, Tiku Talsania, Vrajesh Hirjee and Ashwini Kalsekar. The film also has cameos by Deepika Padukone and Ajay Devgn. It is directed by Rohit Shetty.
“Cirkus,” set in the 1960s, is loosely based on William Shakespeare’s play “The Comedy of Errors,” which has been adapted several times for Indian screens, notably in 1963 by Manu Sen as Bengali film-language “Bhranti Bilas,” in 1968 by Debu Sen as Hindi-language film “Do Dooni Chaar” and in 1982 by Gulzar as Hindi-language film “Angoor.”
Shetty’s “Sooryavanshi,” starring Akshay Kumar, Singh and Devgn was the first major post-covid Bollywood hit when it released in late 2021. But 2022 has not been a year to remember for...
- 12/2/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Beloved Indian actor Anupam Kher has had a tremendous 2022 on screen. This year’s credits include three successful Indian films – “Kashmir Files”, “Karthikeya 2” and “Uunchai” – but now the familiar face says he is ready to return behind the camera.
Speaking to Variety on the side-lines of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Kher said, “I would love to direct. After a long time, a story has come to me. My niece is autistic and I have a story about a grandfather and his autistic granddaughter who live together. I have a rough structure already. Once I write the script, I may start by the end of this year or next year.”
Such a move would come twenty years after his feature directing debut, 2002’s “Om Jai Jagadish”.
Before that, he will close out this year with the release of Tamil horror “Connect” (December 2022), in which Kher plays a...
Speaking to Variety on the side-lines of the International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Kher said, “I would love to direct. After a long time, a story has come to me. My niece is autistic and I have a story about a grandfather and his autistic granddaughter who live together. I have a rough structure already. Once I write the script, I may start by the end of this year or next year.”
Such a move would come twenty years after his feature directing debut, 2002’s “Om Jai Jagadish”.
Before that, he will close out this year with the release of Tamil horror “Connect” (December 2022), in which Kher plays a...
- 11/25/2022
- by Udita Jhunjhunwala
- Variety Film + TV
Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra, who is currently enjoying the response to her recently-released movie “Uunchai”, feels honoured to have worked with the towering talents of Hindi cinema like Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, and Danny Denzongpa.
The actress recently shared a reel on her Instagram which shows her enjoying some behind the scenes moments of the film. In the reel, Parineeti can be seen enjoying the picturesque locales along with Anupam Kher and Boman Irani as she roams around and poses at different spots of the shooting location.
“Uunchai”, directed by Sooraj Barjatya,revolves around friendship and learning about life has proved to touch everyone’s heart with utmost ease.
Parineeti had earlier said: “‘Uunchai’ is going to be one of the most special films of my life as I got the opportunity to work with such legendary actors of our industry. Everyday I would be super excited to...
The actress recently shared a reel on her Instagram which shows her enjoying some behind the scenes moments of the film. In the reel, Parineeti can be seen enjoying the picturesque locales along with Anupam Kher and Boman Irani as she roams around and poses at different spots of the shooting location.
“Uunchai”, directed by Sooraj Barjatya,revolves around friendship and learning about life has proved to touch everyone’s heart with utmost ease.
Parineeti had earlier said: “‘Uunchai’ is going to be one of the most special films of my life as I got the opportunity to work with such legendary actors of our industry. Everyday I would be super excited to...
- 11/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Boman Irani, who has always outdone himself with each performance and ensures that the audience takes a part of his character back home. His latest outing is the release of his pan India release ‘Uunchai,’ starring Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Danny Denzongpa, Neena Gupta, Sarika, and Parineeti Chopra. In a recent interview, he explained how his close friend and colleague Anupam Kher pushed him to accept this role, even though he had initially declined due to the pandemic’s peak and certain personal and scheduling conflicts with other projects.
This movie, which has some of the most prominent names in Hindi cinema, is poised to break all records. Directed by Sooraj Barjatya and produced by Rajshri Productions, is united by a strong concept of friendship, and Boman Irani, Amitabh Bachchan, and Anupam Kher are the ideal examples to portray this lovely bond on the big screens.
Giving some insights, Boman said,...
This movie, which has some of the most prominent names in Hindi cinema, is poised to break all records. Directed by Sooraj Barjatya and produced by Rajshri Productions, is united by a strong concept of friendship, and Boman Irani, Amitabh Bachchan, and Anupam Kher are the ideal examples to portray this lovely bond on the big screens.
Giving some insights, Boman said,...
- 11/14/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Get ready for one of the biggest films of 2022 that boasts an iconic ensemble cast. Titled Uunchai and helmed by ace director Sooraj R. Barjatya, the film will bring to screen eight of Indian cinema’s veteran stars together for the first time! Headlined by Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Neena Gupta, Sarika, and Parineeti Chopra, Uunchai also promises pivotal performances by Danny Denzongpa and Nafisa Ali Sodhi. This ambitious film is slated for an 11.11.22 release.
Check out the first posters that intrigued fans from around the world
Then we got Uunchai’s latest poster with Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and Boman Irani resting against an inscribed rock, taking a break from a challenging trek in the Himalayas. The mighty Mount Everest marks its presence in this poster as well. The tagline – ‘Friendship was their only motivation,’ speaks for the visual, where the warmth of friendship is keeping spirits up in challenging terrain,...
Check out the first posters that intrigued fans from around the world
Then we got Uunchai’s latest poster with Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, and Boman Irani resting against an inscribed rock, taking a break from a challenging trek in the Himalayas. The mighty Mount Everest marks its presence in this poster as well. The tagline – ‘Friendship was their only motivation,’ speaks for the visual, where the warmth of friendship is keeping spirits up in challenging terrain,...
- 9/19/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is going back to work as he has tested negative for Covid.
Amitabh took to his blog on Wednesday night and shared that his nine days in isolation got over and that he has tested negative.
“Back at work .. your prayers gratitude .. negative last night .. and 9 days isolation over .. mandatory is 7 days,” he wrote on his blog.
The thespian paid gratitude to his fans, whom he fondly calls his extended family or Ef.
“My love as ever to all .. you are kind and concerned throughout .. the family Ef so full of care …. have only my folded hands for you.”
It was on August 24, when Amitabh shared that he tested positive for Covid. He had tweeted: “I have just tested CoViD positive .. all those that have been in my vicinity and around me, please get yourself checked and tested also.”
Big B, who will next be seen on...
Amitabh took to his blog on Wednesday night and shared that his nine days in isolation got over and that he has tested negative.
“Back at work .. your prayers gratitude .. negative last night .. and 9 days isolation over .. mandatory is 7 days,” he wrote on his blog.
The thespian paid gratitude to his fans, whom he fondly calls his extended family or Ef.
“My love as ever to all .. you are kind and concerned throughout .. the family Ef so full of care …. have only my folded hands for you.”
It was on August 24, when Amitabh shared that he tested positive for Covid. He had tweeted: “I have just tested CoViD positive .. all those that have been in my vicinity and around me, please get yourself checked and tested also.”
Big B, who will next be seen on...
- 9/1/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Even as Mumbai reported a spike in Covid-19 cases, mega star Amitabh Bachchan announced late on Tuesday night that he had tested positive and urged “all those that have been in my vicinity and around me, please get yourself checked and tested also”.
The much-loved actor has been hosting Season 14 of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’. It is to be seen if his health condition affects his appearances in the popular reality TV quiz show,
Bachchan, who will next be seen on the big screen in Ayan Mukerji’s ‘Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Goodbye’ and the much-awaited ‘Adi Purush’ with Telugu star Prabhas, had tested positive in July 2020 and isolated himself in Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital.
His son Abhishek Bachchan had also tested positive, followed by daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and granddaughter Aradhya. Big B returned home after a three-week stay in hospital in early August 2020.
The much-loved actor has been hosting Season 14 of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’. It is to be seen if his health condition affects his appearances in the popular reality TV quiz show,
Bachchan, who will next be seen on the big screen in Ayan Mukerji’s ‘Brahmastra – Part One: Shiva’, ‘Uunchai’, ‘Goodbye’ and the much-awaited ‘Adi Purush’ with Telugu star Prabhas, had tested positive in July 2020 and isolated himself in Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital.
His son Abhishek Bachchan had also tested positive, followed by daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and granddaughter Aradhya. Big B returned home after a three-week stay in hospital in early August 2020.
- 8/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan recently shared the first look of his next film titled “Uunchai” on the occasion of International Friendship Day on Sunday. Helmed by Sooraj Barjatya, the movie celebrates friendship. It also stars Anupam Kher and Boman Irani. In the poster, we can see silhouettes of three men presumably Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher […]...
- 8/7/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Parineeti Chopra is thrilled to be directed by a stalwart filmmaker like Sooraj Barjatya for her next ‘Uunchai’. On the 58th birthday of the director, the actress thanks him for enriching her as a performer on screen. Parineeti says, “Sooraj sir is the gentlest and the most amazing human being that I have ever met. […]...
- 2/22/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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