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Sujoy Ghosh’s film with Kareena titled ‘Jaane Jaan’, set for September 21 release
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Sujoy Ghosh’s film with Kareena titled ‘Jaane Jaan’, set for September 21 release

Mumbai, August 25, 2023.Netflix on Friday announced that filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh's upcoming feature film with Kareena Kapoor, Jaideep Ahlawat and Vijay Verma has been titled "Jaane Jaan".The streamer shared the news on its social media handles on the occasion of Kareena's 43rd birthday.The crime thriller movie, based on critically-acclaimed Japanese novel "Devotion of Suspect X" from author Keigo Higashino, is set to be released on the streaming platform on September 21, a press release stated.
National Film Awards 2021: Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi, Bhansali and others celebrate their wins
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National Film Awards 2021: Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi, Bhansali and others celebrate their wins

Mumbai, August 25, 2023."Mimi" actor Kriti Sanon, "Gangubai Kathiawadi" filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and "Sardar Udham" director Shoojit Sircar on Thursday expressed happiness after their films won big at the 69th National Film Awards.Sanon and Pankaj Tripathi won the best actress and best supporting actor honours, respectively, for their film "Mimi". Sanon shared the best actress award with Alia Bhatt of "Gangubai Kathiawadi", which also won in four other categories.Sanon said it was a big moment for her to be recognised by the National Film Awards jury.
Disney+ Hotstar unveils new series ‘Kaala’ from filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar
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Disney+ Hotstar unveils new series ‘Kaala’ from filmmaker Bejoy Nambiar

Mumbai, August 24, 2023.Streamer Disney+ Hotstar on Wednesday announced its new series, "Kaala", created and directed by Bejoy Nambiar.Described as an "edge-of-the-seat crime thriller", the show follows the story of an Intelligence Bureau (IB) officer and a game of power in the murky world of Kaala, a press release stated.It features an ensemble cast of Avinash Tiwary, Rohan Vinod Mehra, Nivetha Pethuraj, Taher Shabbir and Hiten Tejwani.
Artistic Fusion of Global Poetry and Rabindra Sangeet enthrals Delhi
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Artistic Fusion of Global Poetry and Rabindra Sangeet enthrals Delhi

New Delhi, August 2023.For more than a century, Rabindra Sangeet has been a significant component of Bengali culture. The genius of one man, the pulse of many.Confluence, an artistic fusion of Global Poetry and Rabindra Sangeet, captivated Delhiites at the India Habitat Centre over the weekend on August 20. Confluence is a distinctive and ongoing production that explores the fusion of Khalil Gibran's timeless song writing with the verses of renowned poets like Pablo Neruda, Elizabeth Bishop, Lorca, and Taha Muhammad Ali Khan, among others. Endeavouring to bridge the gap between diverse poetic traditions and musical forms, Confluence is the brainchild of Sujoy Prasad Chatterjee, well-known interdisciplinary artist and Founder of SPCkraft, a pioneering interdisciplinary art collectiv...
Kennedy’ brings down the curtain on IFFM 2023
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Kennedy’ brings down the curtain on IFFM 2023

Melbourne, August 21, 2023.Anurag Kashyap's Mumbai-set police noir "Kennedy" on Sunday closed the 14th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), an event which was also attended by the film's lead stars Rahul Bhatt and Sunny Leone.The annual film gala kicked off on August 11, with R Balki's sports drama "Ghoomer", starring Saiyami Kher and Abhishek Bachchan, serving as the opening film.Leone said she was "grateful" to the festival for hosting "Kennedy". The movie features Bhat as the titular insomniac ex-cop, who finds himself entangled in a corrupt system while seeking redemption, according to the official plotline.
Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2’ crosses Rs 100 crore mark at box office
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Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2’ crosses Rs 100 crore mark at box office

Mumbai, August 14, 2023.Sunny Deol-starrer "Gadar 2" has collected Rs 134.88 crore net at the domestic box office in its opening weekend, the makers said on Monday.Directed by Anil Sharma, the film is a sequel to Deol's 2001 blockbuster "Gadar: Ek Prem Katha". The actor has reprised his iconic role of Tara Singh in the film, released in theatres on August 11.The film had collected Rs 83.18 crore in the first two days of its release and on Sunday, registered a surge of over 20 per cent. The film has created a "non-solo, non-holiday release's fastest 100-crore milestone"
Rashmika Mandanna joins Dhanush in upcoming feature film
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Rashmika Mandanna joins Dhanush in upcoming feature film

Chennai, August 14, 2023.Actor Rashmika Mandanna has been roped in to star alongside Dhanush in National Award-winning filmmaker Sekhar Kammula next directorial venture.The film, which marks Dhanush's 51st feature project, was officially announced last month on the actor's birthday.Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao will be producing the film via Sree Venkateswara Cinemas LLP in association with Amigos Creations Pvt Ltd.
Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ’12th Fail’ books October 27 as release date
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Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ’12th Fail’ books October 27 as release date

Mumbai, August 10, 2023.Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra's film "12th Fail" is set to hit the screens on October 27, the makers announced on Thursday. Based on Anurag Pathak's best-selling novel about the incredible journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, the movie stars Vikrant Massey in the lead.Described as a glimpse into the journey of students who prepare for the prestigious UPSC exams, "12th Fail" is produced by Zee Studios.Chopra, known for films such as "Parinda", "1942: A Love Story", and "Mission Kashmir", said his new film stands as a tribute to the honest officers who safeguard the Constitution of India and the countless students who aspire to follow in their footsteps.
Red FM & The Indian Army Unite for Teen Rang Tawang
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Red FM & The Indian Army Unite for Teen Rang Tawang

New Delhi, August 08, 2023.93.5 Red FM, India’s leading private radio and entertainment network proudly presents “Teen Rang Tawang”, a salute to our soldiers of The Indian Army. This initiative aims to celebrate the 76th year of freedom at the second-highest place where the Indian flag is hoisted, in Arunachal Pradesh.Red FM RJs will embark on a journey to Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh to celebrate Independence Day and pay homage to our courageous soldiers. Heartfelt messages and wishes for our army, collected from every corner of the country by Red FM's spirited radio jockeys, like RJ Malishka, RJ Raunac, RJ Nilam, RJ Pallavi, RJ Swati, RJ Purab, and RJ Dhrumil will serve as tokens of appreciation for the selfless sacrifices made by our soldiers.During their stay in Tawang, t...
Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s revenge drama ‘Haddi’ to premiere on ZEE5
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s revenge drama ‘Haddi’ to premiere on ZEE5

Mumbai, August 07, 2023.Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui-starrer revenge drama movie "Haddi", directed by debutant Akshat Ajay Sharma, will soon arrive on ZEE5, the streaming platform announced Monday.Produced by Zee Studios, Sanjay Saha and Radhika Nanda's Anandita Studios, the direct-to-digital movie also features filmmaker-actor Anurag Kashyap in a pivotal role. Co-written by Sharma and Adamya Bhalla, "Haddi" is a crime revenge drama that will see Siddiqui portraying two distinct characters - Haddi and Harika, a transgender woman demonstrating remarkable versatility.Sharma said "Haddi" revolves around the "intoxicating world of vengeance, violence, and power, delving into the very essence of a criminal's psyche." "It highlights the ruthlessness of the society. It took me a lot of t...
Disney+ Hotstar announces their upcoming series ‘The Freelancer’
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Disney+ Hotstar announces their upcoming series ‘The Freelancer’

Mumbai, August 07, 2023.Disney+ Hotstar on Monday announced a new series based on Shirish Thorat's book "A Ticket to Syria".The series, to be created and showrun by filmmaker Neeraj Pandey and directed by Bhav Dhulia, will feature Mohit Raina, Anupam Kher, Sushant Singh, Kashmira Pardeshi, John Kokken, Gauri Balaji and Navneet Malik. It is produced by Friday Storytellers.Pandey, known for his film "Special 26" and series "Special Ops", described "The Freelancer" as a high scale thriller series that unfolds an extraordinary rescue operation of a young girl held against her will in a war-torn Syria.
Wamiqa Gabbi joins Varun Dhawan in action entertainer from Atlee’s banner
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Wamiqa Gabbi joins Varun Dhawan in action entertainer from Atlee’s banner

Mumbai, August 07, 2023."Jubilee" actor Wamiqa Gabbi is set to star alongside Varun Dhawan in an upcoming action entertainer movie, to be produced by filmmaker Atlee and wife Priya Mohan’s banner A For Apple Studios.Also backed by Murad Khetani's Cine1 Studios, the untitled project will be directed by Kalees, best known for the 2019 Tamil movie “Kee”. It is scheduled to be released on May 31, 2024.The details of the movie’s plot have been kept under wraps. It also features National Award winner Keerthy Suresh in a pivotal role.
Tara Singh is our Hulk, Superman: Sunny Deol on his ‘Gadar 2’ character
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Tara Singh is our Hulk, Superman: Sunny Deol on his ‘Gadar 2’ character

Mumbai, August 06, 2023.Bollywood star Sunny Deol on Sunday said every man wants to watch a superhero on screen and his character Tara Singh from the upcoming film "Gadar 2" is no less than Hulk or Superman.In "Gadar 2", the actor reprises his role of Tara Singh from his 2001 blockbuster hit "Gadar: Ek Prem Katha". Filmmaker Anil Sharma, who also helmed the original, has directed the follow-up which will hit the screens on August 11."Tara Singh is our Hulk, Superman. Every man wants to watch Hulk and Superman. He believes that (the hero) on screen will set things right. Like there are Marvel Comics, here is Tara Singh. You don't draw these powers from working out. These are emotional powers," Deol said during a session on the last day of the 2023 Jagran Film Festival here.
Pay parity will be achieved when we make ‘Woman Woman’-like film that does as well as ‘Pathaan’, says Kajol
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Pay parity will be achieved when we make ‘Woman Woman’-like film that does as well as ‘Pathaan’, says Kajol

New Delhi, August 04, 2023.When a film like "Wonder Woman" is made for Indian audiences and becomes as big a box office hit as "Pathaan", Indian cinema will witness pay parity, said actor Kajol on Thursday.She was in the capital to participate on the first day of the 2023 Jagran Film Festival here.When she was asked when will pay equality be achieved in the film industry, Kajol initially quipped: "Ask an astrologer?"
Karan Johar’s production ‘Kill’ to premier at Toronto International Film Festival
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Karan Johar’s production ‘Kill’ to premier at Toronto International Film Festival

Mumbai, August 04, 2023.Filmmaker Karan Johar's upcoming production venture "Kill" will have its world premiere at the 48th Toronto International Film Festival 2023, to be held from September 7 to 17.   Johar's banner Dharma Productions shared the news on Instagram on Thursday night."'Kill' - an action-packed high octane film starring Lakshya - the next action hero to look out for. Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, the film will premiere at Midnight Madness at TIFF 2023," the post read.Johar, who is currently basking in the success of his directorial effort "Rocky aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani", also posted the TIFF premiere details of "Kill".
Mrunal Thakur to be honoured with Diversity Cinema award at IFFM
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Mrunal Thakur to be honoured with Diversity Cinema award at IFFM

Mumbai, August 04, 2023.Actor Mrunal Thakur is set to receive the Diversity in Cinema Award at the upcoming Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), the organisers announced Friday.The "Sita Ramam" star will be honoured with the award in recognition of "her outstanding performances across diverse roles and languages in the world of Indian cinema", according to a press release.The actor, who made her film with "Love Sonia", and then featured in movies such "Super 30", "Toofan", "Jersey", will receive the award during the annual gala night on August 11 in the Australian city.
Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024 Appraised by President of India, Droupadi Murmu
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Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024 Appraised by President of India, Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi, August 03, 2023.The President of India, Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday held a meeting with the Millennial, Abhishek Mishra who is serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF) over a High Tea to acknowledge his contribution in the upliftment of Indian Tourism through the means of cinema at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.  Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival's endeavour to honour Indian film industry, Indian television industry and international film fraternity together is praiseworthy. Such an integration of various segments towards the shared goal of celebrating the diversity of art, culture and creativity will bring the valued stakeholders closer for common good. The platform is notable in t...
Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘Koi…Mil Gaya’ to re-release in theatres ahead of its 20th anniversary
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Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘Koi…Mil Gaya’ to re-release in theatres ahead of its 20th anniversary

Mumbai, August 03, 2023.To celebrate the 20th release anniversary of "Koi... Mil Gaya", starring Hrithik Roshan, the makers of the sci-fi hit on Wednesday said the film is set to be re-released in select theatres across the country on August 4."Koi... Mil Gaya", directed by Rakesh Roshan, originally hit the screens on August 8 in 2003 and narrated the story of a developmentally disabled man called Rohit (Hrithik Roshan), who befriends Jadoo, an extraterrestrial being.Also starring Preity Zinta, Rekha, Prem Chopra and Johnny Lever, the movie will be re-released in PVR INOX screens this Friday across 30 cities in India.
Rani Mukerji to deliver masterclass at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
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Rani Mukerji to deliver masterclass at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Mumbai, August 03, 2023.Bollywood star Rani Mukerji will be delivering a masterclass detailing her career and life as an actor at the upcoming Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM).The special event will take place on August 10, a day ahead of the 14th edition of the film festival. Mukerji will talk about some of her iconic roles and films, and share insights into her craft and experiences as an actor, a press release stated."I’m honoured to have been invited to the 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. As an actor, I have been fortunate enough to receive incredible love from people in Australia and I’m looking forward to sharing my journey in Indian cinema through a masterclass that I have been invited to conduct," the 45-year-old actor said in a statement.
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’ earns over Rs 60 crore in five days
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Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’ earns over Rs 60 crore in five days

Mumbai, August 02, 2023.Karan Johar's latest directorial "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani" has raised Rs 60.22 crore at the domestic box office since its release, the makers said Wednesday."Rocky Aur Rani..." follows the love story of the titular couple, played by Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, who belong to contrasting backgrounds and cultures.Johar's banner Dharma Productions shared the film's latest collection on its official social media pages.
Tamannaah Bhatia dismisses 39-year age gap between her and Jailer co-star Rajinikanth
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Tamannaah Bhatia dismisses 39-year age gap between her and Jailer co-star Rajinikanth

New Delhi, August 01, 2023.The discussion around the age difference between male actors and their female co-stars has become regular. Recently, actor Tamannaah Bhatia, 33, who will soon be seen alongside Rajinikanth, 72, in Nelson’s Jailer, was asked about the 39-year age gap between her and the superstar. She dismissed the discussion and said she would like to do dance numbers even at 60, just like Tom Cruise does his own stunts even at 60.At the launch of Jailor's song “Tu Aa Dilbara”, Tamannaah was questioned about the age difference. She replied, “Why are you even looking at the age difference? You have to look at two characters that are being played on the screen, that’s it.”To further her point, the actor cited the example of Hollywood actor Tom Cruise. Throughout his ca...
Vinod Cookware Named Official Gifting Partner for Zee Marathi’s ‘Maharashtrachi Kitchen Queen’
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Vinod Cookware Named Official Gifting Partner for Zee Marathi’s ‘Maharashtrachi Kitchen Queen’

Mumbai, August 01, 2023.Vinod Cookware has announced its partnership with Zee Marathi’s highly anticipated cooking reality show, 'Maharashtrachi Kitchen Queen'. As the cooking show’s official gifting partner, Vinod Cookware- a leading name in the culinary industry seeks to increase its regional brand awareness by advertising its superlative products during the episodes. The reality show hosted by the popular Marathi actor Sankarshan Karhade, went live on 15th May 2023. This collaboration marks an exciting milestone for both Vinod Cookware and the popular Marathi television network. Leveraging on the loyal fanbase of Zee Marathi, the new cooking show will provide a platform to display the cooking skills, creativity, and expertise of exceptional home cooks from Maharashtra. As p...
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