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Dunki’ opens to mixed reviews and high excitement from SRK fans
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Dunki’ opens to mixed reviews and high excitement from SRK fans

Jaipur, December 21, 2023. There were drumbeats and dancing, early morning queues and some confetti too as Shah Rukh Khan starrer “Dunki” opened on Thursday to tepid reviews from critics and much excitement from his fandom. “Dunki”, Shah Rukh’s third film in the year after blockbuster hits “Pathaan” and “Jawan”, is directed by Rajkumar Hirani and the big question is whether it will be a box office hat-trick for the star. That several critics were underwhelmed by the much-discussed film, described as a comedy drama centred on illegal immigration, and the frenzy didn’t quite reach the fever pitch of Shah Rukh’s earlier two releases didn’t matter much to his die-hard fans.
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Emraan Hashmi, Mouni Roy and Naseeruddin Shah to star in Disney+ Hotstar series ‘Showtime’
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Emraan Hashmi, Mouni Roy and Naseeruddin Shah to star in Disney+ Hotstar series ‘Showtime’

Mumbai, December 20, 2023. Disney+ Hotstar on Wednesday announced its new series "Showtime", starring Emraan Hashmi, Mahima Makwana, Mouni Roy and Naseeruddin Shah. The upcoming show is produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, and created by Sumit Roy and showrunner Mihir Desai. Desai also serves as director along with Archit Kumar. "Showtime" is billed as an epic saga of legacy and ambition in the world of cinema. It will give you a sneak peek into "what goes behind the multi-million dollar industry of Bollywood, nepotism and the power struggles at the top
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Abhishek Chaubey’s Netflix series ‘Killer Soup’ to release on Jan 11
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Abhishek Chaubey’s Netflix series ‘Killer Soup’ to release on Jan 11

Mumbai, December 14,2023. “Killer Soup”, starring Manoj Bajpayee and Konkona Sensharma, will release on January 11 on Netflix, the streaming platform announced Thursday. Directed by Abhishek Chaubey of "Udta Punjab" and "Sonchiriya" fame, the comedy crime-drama is loosely inspired by a news headline and serves up a "tantalising blend of intrigue and dark humour".
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The Famous play ‘Pashmina’ will be staged in Jaipur on 17th December.
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The Famous play ‘Pashmina’ will be staged in Jaipur on 17th December.

Jaipur, December 2023. Delhi's famous theater organization 'Treasure Art Association' is going to stage its much talked about play 'Pashmina' in Jaipur. This play will be played at Rajasthan International Center on 17th December (Sunday). There will be two shows of this play which will be at 5 pm and 7.30 pm. Written by Mrinal Mathur, this play has been directed by renowned theater artiste Sajida Saji. Sajida Saji is a graduate from the country's leading theater training institute, National School of Drama (NSD) and is playing a lead role along with directing in this play. drama story ‘Pashmina’ is a very sensitive play written on the background of Kashmir. Which connects the fabric of human relationships with the delicate thread of Pashmina. The play makes an attempt to create a...
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Fashion designer Rohit Bal says he is on ‘journey to recovery’
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Fashion designer Rohit Bal says he is on ‘journey to recovery’

Mumbai, December 13, 2023. Weeks after he was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of a private hospital in Gurugram for cardiac issues, renowned fashion designer Rohit Bal said he is healing. The 62-year-old is under the supervision of a team led by cardiologist Dr Praveen Chandra at the Medanta Hospital. In an Instagram post, Bal said the support from friends and family has been a guiding light for him during these testing times.
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Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films Brings Select Films, Select Conversations to Kolkata
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Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films Brings Select Films, Select Conversations to Kolkata

Kolkata, December 12, 2023. A pioneer in the short film format in India, Seagram’s Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films presents Select Films, Select Conversations. The celebrated short film platform has always recognized and fostered a creative environment encouraging brilliance in short format film making. Royal Stag Barrel Select Large Short Films over the years has won 6 Filmfare awards and Oscar qualifications which has made the platform the largest and most credible destination for short films in India. Through this interactive activation platform, the brand aims to foster a creative environment for artists in the industry in two unique and engaging formats with host Mandira Bedi. •  The On-Ground format: This live format travels to three hubs in India...
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Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ earns Rs 660 crore at global box office
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Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ earns Rs 660 crore at global box office

Mumbai, December 11, 2023. Action drama film "Animal" has amassed Rs 660 crore at the worldwide gross box office in nine days. Fronted by Ranbir Kapoor and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film released on December 1 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. Production house T-Series shared the collection update of "Animal" on X, stating that the film's worldwide gross stood at Rs 660.89 crore.
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Jennifer Lopez to star in ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ adaptation
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Jennifer Lopez to star in ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ adaptation

New Delhi, December 07, 2023. Actor-singer Jennifer Lopez is set to star in the feature adaptation of the 1993 Broadway musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman". The movie will be written and directed by Bill Condon of "Dreamgirls" and "Beauty and the Beast" fame, reported entertainment news website Deadline. The 1993 musical, led by Chita Rivera, was itself based on the 1976 novel by Manuel Puig and the 1985 movie, starring William Hurt and Raul Juila
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Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal’s debut production ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ heading to Sundance Film Festival
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Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal’s debut production ‘Girls Will Be Girls’ heading to Sundance Film Festival

Mumbai, December 07, 2023. "Girls Will Be Girls", the debut production venture of actor couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal, is set to premiere at the 2024 edition of the Sundance Film Festival, the makers said on Thursday.  Directed by Shuchi Talati, the film will be screened under the World Dramatic Feature category.  According to the makers, "Girls Will Be Girls" is set in a boarding school in a small Himalayan hill town in northern India.  "It follows the journey of Mira, a 16-year-old girl whose rebellious awakening is intertwined with her mother's unfulfilled coming-of-age experiences," read the plotline of the film.
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Imperial Blue Superhit Nights Joins Forces with Harrdy Sandhu for his ‘In My Feelings’ Tour
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Imperial Blue Superhit Nights Joins Forces with Harrdy Sandhu for his ‘In My Feelings’ Tour

New Delhi, December 06, 2023. Renowned singer and performer, Harrdy Sandhu, is set to embark on his first-ever India tour in partnership with Imperial Blue Superhit Nights. The tour promises to be an electrifying celebration of music and culture, spanning across seven incredible cities. Harrdy will be kicking off his tour in Indore on the 9th of December, followed by Mumbai on December 17th, Kolkata on December 24th, Jaipur on December 31st, and Pune on January 20th, 2024. Dates for Bhubaneswar and Gurugram will be announced shortly. Tickets for the tour concert will be available for purchase on Paytm Insider. Imperial Blue Superhit Nights has a remarkable history of curating...
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Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Partners with Amazon Prime Video
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Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival Partners with Amazon Prime Video

Guwahati, December 05, 2023. nviting national level participation from filmmakers across the country, The Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) has partnered with Amazon Prime Video to give the filmmakers an opportunity to present their pitch directly to the leading OTT platform. In an innovative step, BVFF is unveiling an unparalleled opportunity that has the potential to redefine the landscape for independent filmmakers. The festival is introducing an opportunity where participants can submit their pitches directly to Amazon Prime Video. This initiative is designed to empower filmmakers, like never before, providing them with a stage to flourish, elevate the standards of filmmaking, and open doors within the film industry. As the Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF), happen...
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Neeraj Pandey’s ‘Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha!’ to release on April 26
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Neeraj Pandey’s ‘Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha!’ to release on April 26

New Delhi, December 05, 2023. Filmmaker Neeraj Pandey's romantic drama "Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha!", starring Ajay Devgn and Tabu, will hit the theatres on April 26, 2024. The film is billed as a unique musical love story and will span across 20 years, set between 2002 and 2023. Golden Globe winning composer MM Kreem is creating an original soundtrack for the movie.
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Aim to create unforgettable entertainment experience for audiences with ‘Fighter’: Siddharth Anand
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Aim to create unforgettable entertainment experience for audiences with ‘Fighter’: Siddharth Anand

Mumbai, December 01, 2023. Filmmaker Siddharth Anand says the team of his upcoming directorial "Fighter" has poured its passion into "creating the biggest aerial action movie India has seen". Starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor, the film is scheduled to hit the screens on January 25, 2024. "Fighter" is touted as India's first aerial action magnum opus, according to the makers.
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Little Singham 3D Tele-Film “Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru” Selected for Screening at the 54th International Film Festival of India
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Little Singham 3D Tele-Film “Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru” Selected for Screening at the 54th International Film Festival of India

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. Little Singham 3D Tele-Film “Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru”, a collaboration between Reliance Animation, Rohit Shetty Picturez, and Warner Bros. Discovery, to screen at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa on 28th November 2023, at 11:45 a.m. Being showcased at IFFI is truly a privilege for the makers, marking a momentous occasion for the film. This platform not only bestows honor but also serves as a remarkable opportunity for "Little Singham Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru" to captivate a diverse audience, both on a national and international scale. Tejonidhi Bhandare, CEO of Reliance Animation, expressed his delight and honor at this achievement, stating, “We feel delighted and honoured that our film “...
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Netflix series ‘Scoop’, Karishma Tanna win big at Filmfare OTT 2023 awards
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Netflix series ‘Scoop’, Karishma Tanna win big at Filmfare OTT 2023 awards

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta-directed “Scoop” won the best series award at the fourth edition of Filmfare OTT awards 2023 here. The show's leading lady, Karishma Tanna shared the best female actor, critics, award in a series with Sonakshi Sinha ('Dahaad'). Filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane was recognised as the best director for his period drama “Jubilee” and best director, critics, award went to Randeep Jha for “Kohrra”. Actor Suvinder Vicky was awarded best actor for the Punjab-set drama while his colleague Barun Sobti received best supporting actor award for the show.
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Want every household to celebrate Sam Manekshaw’s journey: Vicky Kaushal on ‘Sam Bahadur’
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Want every household to celebrate Sam Manekshaw’s journey: Vicky Kaushal on ‘Sam Bahadur’

Mumbai, November 27, 2023. Actor Vicky Kaushal hopes his portrayal of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in "Sam Bahadur" resonates with people and becomes part of his film legacy. The movie reunites Kaushal with his "Raazi" director Meghna Gulzar. It is also his second biopic as the lead character after a critically-acclaimed turn in Shoojit Sircar's "Sardar Udham". "We want to reach every household, village, town, city and every corner of the world. Money and fame... It's great, we all crave for that. But what we work for is people watching it, resonating with it and celebrating it, celebrating the man (Sam Manekshaw). That will be the utmost validation
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This industry requires patience and sacrifices: Ranbir Kapoor to budding actors
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This industry requires patience and sacrifices: Ranbir Kapoor to budding actors

Mumbai, November 24, 2023. In his little over 15 year career, Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor says many lessons have been learnt but patience and sacrifice are the two key elements an aspiring actor should swear by. Ranbir made his debut with 2007's "Saawariya" and is regarded one of the most talented actors of his generation also known for films such as "Barfi!", "Rockstar", "Wake Up Sid", "Raajneeti", and "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani". The 41-year-old, who was in the capital for the trailer launch of his upcoming film "Animal" on Thursday, was asked by a young aspirant to share a few tips on acting.
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54th IFFI to touch half way mark: Turkish film “About Dry Grasses” to be screened tomorrow as Midfest Film
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54th IFFI to touch half way mark: Turkish film “About Dry Grasses” to be screened tomorrow as Midfest Film

New Delhi, November 23, 2023. As the 54th International Film Festival of India touches its half way mark tomorrow, About Dry Grasses, a captivating Turkish cinematic masterpiece directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan will be screened as the Mid Fest Film. The film, known for its enthralling storyline and exceptional performances, has garnered international acclaim, with its latest accolade being the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival 2023. About Dry Grasses has already made its mark at prestigious film festivals worldwide, including Cannes Film Festival 2023, Toronto International Film Festival 2023, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival 2023, Busan International Film Festival 2023, and Sao Paulo International Film Festival 2023. Its compelling narrative has...
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I hope we all just get sillier: Vir Das on International Emmy win for ‘best comedy’
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I hope we all just get sillier: Vir Das on International Emmy win for ‘best comedy’

Mumbai, November 23, 2023. He's still "just a guy on a stool" for whom the audience's laughter will always be more precious than accolades, says Vir Das, the first Indian comic to win an International Emmy Award. Das won the award for his Netflix stand-up special "Vir Das: Landing" in the best comedy category at a ceremony in New York on Monday night. He tied with the much acclaimed British series "Derry Girls" for the coveted prize. "The job is to take the beautiful chosen people of the world and humanise them a little bit by making an idiot out of myself... I hope we all just get sillier and continue to be fools," the actor-comic, 
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SRK on ‘Dunki’ song ‘Lutt Putt Gaya’: Arijit, your voice made me sound like love yet again
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SRK on ‘Dunki’ song ‘Lutt Putt Gaya’: Arijit, your voice made me sound like love yet again

Mumbai, November 22, 2023. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Wednesday unveiled the first song of his next film "Dunki"on social media and praised singer Arijit Singh for making him "sound like love, yet again". Pritam has composed the track "Lutt Putt Gaya", which is penned by Swanand Kirkire and IP Singh. Ganesh Acharya has choreographed the song. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, "Dunki" will be released worldwide on December 21. It also stars Taapsee Pannu, Boman Irani and Vicky Kaushal.
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Archie’ comic meant the world to me, writing about it for a feature film was an honour yet challenging: Zoya Akhtar at IFFI 54
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Archie’ comic meant the world to me, writing about it for a feature film was an honour yet challenging: Zoya Akhtar at IFFI 54

Mumbai, November 22, 2023. The Archies aspires to transmit the innocence, naivety and friendship of the iconic Archie comic into two-hour long narrative for today’s young generation, said the six times Filmfare award winner Director Zoya Akhtar at an ‘In Conversation’ session on ‘The Archies - Made in India’ held yesterday at 54th IFFI, in Goa. Talking about the challenges of adapting a comic story into a film, Zoya Akhtar explained that catching the essence and nuances of the Archie comic, considering its huge success, and making it into a great cinematic experience for the audience was very challenging. “It was a large part of my childhood. The characters are iconic and globally loved, and bringing a film that fuels the nostalgia of a generation that grew up on the comic and yet re...
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