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Brotherhood most needed to end communal violence in India: Rishi Kapoor
Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, whose next film Mulk is about a family fighting for its honour in the court of law, says brotherhood is the need of the hour in the society.
"Brotherhood is needed the most to end communal violence in India," Rishi, who plays the head of a Muslim family in the Anubhav Sinha directorial, told the media on Monday.
"If North Korea and America can solve their dispute, then why can't India and Pakistan," he asked.
The team of the film also launched a specially conducted survey called 'My Mulk Survey' to understand the issues faced by Muslims in India.
Mulk, which also features actors Taapsee Pannu, Prateik Babbar, Rajat Kapoor and Neena Gupta, is slated to release on 3 August.
‘Rashtraputra', on Chandrashekhar Azad's life, to release on 14 Sep
On the 112th birth anniversary of the iconic Indian freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad on Monday, renowned film studio Bombay Talkies announced that Rashtraputra, based on his life story will be released on 14 September.
Rashtraputra has been written, directed and acted by Aazaad. The teaser and motion poster of the film was also launched.
Making the announcement, Aazaad said, "This is a very special film, close to my heart because, in the British-ruled country, Chandra Shekhar was one and only young freedom fighter of that time who named himself 'Azad' which means freedom."
"He was free in his mind, his dream was to make his country free. It is unfortunate that not many people know his story in details. I think our upcoming generation should know the contribution of Chandra Shekhar Azad in the freedom movement of India," he added.
The film is produced by the iconic Bombay Talkies which was established in 1934 by Himanshu Rai and Devika Rani and produced some of the commercially successful films back then such as Jeevan Naiya, Ziddi, Kismet among many others.
It is notable that after an interval of six decades the legendary pillar of Indian cinema, making a comeback under the command of Girish Ghanshyam Dube with Rashtraputra.
Rashtraputra will be released in 26 languages.
Vivek Agnihotri engages with Oxford University students over 'Urban Naxals'
Filmmaker-author Vivek Agnihotri, who discussed his book "Urban Naxals" and the subject with Oxford University students, says the experience was a "healthy clash of minds".
His book captures the saga of a filmmaker's struggle and conviction, the behind the scenes story of the making of his film Buddha in a Traffic Jam. It introduces unarmed extremists who work relentlessly to cripple the social fabric of India.
Of his experience on 22 July, Agnihotri said in a statement, "It was a very interesting and engaging session. The students were upbeat and there was so much to learn from them as well.
"Not just Indian diaspora, the other ethnic groups also had a viewpoint which was quite exciting. What I appreciate the most is how these students don't flinch from speaking their minds. After a point the session turned out as a healthy clash of minds."
He felt proud that there were students from various backgrounds championing the voice of India in the UK.
"Some of them have been working for years together to present the India narrative through various platforms and others are doing focused work on Hindu civilisation. This was not a one-sided sermon," Agnihotri added.
Badshah to work with Rishi Rich (Lead)
Rapper Badshah says he will be teaming up with British-Indian music producer Rishi Rich for an upcoming Bollywood movie.
"Rishi and I are working together on something amazing. Coming soon," Badshah said in a statement to a leading media portal.
Rishi is known for hit songs like "Dance with you (nachna tere naal)" and "Hum tum".
The two had also worked together for the Mubarakan title track last year.
While the name of the project is still under wraps, Rishi has films Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas - the launch vehicle of actor Sunny Deol's son Karan - and Gully Boy.
I started my career as a background dancer: Anil Kapoor
Actor Anil Kapoor, who is busy promoting his forthcoming film Fanney Khan, says that he started his career as a background dancer.
Anil was interacting with media on the sets of reality show Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani 2 along with Mika Singh, Badshah and Sunidhi Chauhan on Monday.
"Not many people know that I started my career as background dancer in 1979-80," Anil told media while remembering his struggling days.
He mad his debut as an actor in Woh Saat Din in 1983 after doing small roles in some Hindi, Telugu and Kannada films.
Talking more about the days, he said, "I completed my acting course but I wasn't able to get any work so, there was a show which was going abroad. In that show, there was Zarina Wahab ji, Padmini Kapila, Hemant Kumar saab and Nutan ji. When they were ready to go that time, they needed some background dancers so, I went there as a back ground dancer and I think, I used to get 15 pounds for one show at that time.
"I am thankful to all of them who gave me opportunity to work in those shows," he said.
Going into nostalgia the Mr. India actor said, "I think, even if you are a background dancer or doing your thing in corner, if you work hard and if you are talented enough then people do recognize your effort"
Sharing her feeling to be part of Fanney Khan, Singer Sunidhi Chauhan said, "I am very proud that I am part of 'Fanney Khan' and when I saw Anil sir in the trailer of the film wearing a simple shirt and playing a trumpet on a roof, it was such a beautiful visual for me."
"It's a beautiful story of a father and a daughter who supports her in her life and career so, the curiosity about the film has increased and I can't wait to watch the film," she added.
Fanney Khan is a musical comedy film, directed by Atul Manjrekar and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Anil Kapoor, P.S. Bharathi, Rajiv Tandon, Krishan Kumar, Kussum Arora and Nishant Pitti.
It features Anil Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Rajkummar Rao in the lead roles.
It is an official remake of the Belgian film Everybody's Famous!". The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on 3 August.
Dharmendra Deol remembers late actor Mehmood
On the 14th death anniversary of Bollywood's best known comedian Mehmood Ali, veteran actor Dharmendra Deol became nostalgic and recalled his fondest memories with the Waaris actor.
Dharmendra who is quite active on social media, took to his Twitter account on Tuesday and shared a few pictures of himself with Mehmood.
Along with the photos, he wrote, "With you were the days, Mehmood, miss you a lot."
From Purnima in 1965 to Juaari in 1994, Dharmendra and Mehmood worked together in various films.
The Sholay actor also posted a still from the film Chanda Ka Palna, and captioned it, "This moment, carries lot of memories, miss you Mehmood."
The actor, singer, director and producer died on 23 July, 2004.
Always tried to take cinema forward: Tigmanshu Dhulia
Mumbai: Acclaimed filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia, who is gearing up for the release of his forthcoming film Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3, has said he always tried to take cinema forward in terms of performances, story and music.
Tigmanshu said this here on Monday while interacting with the media at the launch of song "Lag Ja Gale" from Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3 along with the movie's actors Mahie Gill, Chitrangda Singh, Jimmy Sheirgill, singer Jonita Gandhi and producers Raju Chadha and Rahul Mittra.
"Lag Ja Gale" is an iconic song from Woh Kaun Thi, originally sung by Lata Mangeshkar. The makers of Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3 have recreated it.
Asked whether he feels makers do not give much importance to lyrics and melody of the song in Hindi films nowadays, Dhulia said, "It is a very correct assessment that nowadays people don't give importance to lyrics of the songs. Songs are being played on the groove but I have always tried to take cinema forward in terms of good performances, story and music."
"I think we should concentrate on lyrics and good melody because whenever you come up with good melodies, it is always being appreciated by the audience so, I think melodies play important part, especially in Hindi cinema," he said.
"I will request SaReGaMa (music label) to give some more songs like these for my next films. I think media should also write on such topics because it's not just responsibility of us, it's everybody's responsibility," he added.
Sanjay Dutt plays role of a gangster in Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3.
Asked why he approached Sanjay Dutt with this role, Dhulia said, "There is a structure and format to "Saheb...' series. Saheb and Biwi's characters remain the same but gangster of each part keeps changing. In first, there was Randeep Hooda who played character of gangster and in the second part, Irrfan Khan played it."
"It is growing as a franchise in terms of its scale and storyline so, it was obvious that we couldn't had better gangster than Sanjay Dutt... if we don't find anyone then I will play part of gangster in the fourth part (laughs)."
In Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3, Jimmy Sheirgill plays the saheb, Mahie Gill will be seen as his wife with Sanjay Dutt as a gangster.
The film also stars Chitrangada Singh, Deepraj Rana, Soha Ali Khan, Nafisa Ali, Kabir Bedi and Deepak Tijori in pivotal roles. It will hit the screen on 27 July.
(SOURCE :IANS)
Riteish Deshmukh’s ‘Mauli’ to clash with Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Zero’
After the grand success of Lai Bhaari, Riteish Deshmukh is ready for his second Marathi venture Mauli, where he is portraying the titular character. The makers of the movie have now announced the release date. Mauli will be releasing on 21 December. As we know that Shah Rukh Khan’s Zero will also be releasing on 21 December, we will again witness a box office clash. Ritiesh took to his twitter account and shared the news with his fans.
‘माऊली’
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) July 23, 2018
21st Dec 2018@Riteishd @SaiyamiKher
Produced by
Mumbai Film Company @mfc & Hindustan Talkies
Directed by @AdityaSarpotdar
Music by @AjayAtulOnline
Written by @Kshitij_P pic.twitter.com/qhQ4tAPmVC
Is ‘Ready’ sequel going to be made?
Salman Khan starrer Ready, which released in 2011, was a huge blockbuster movie at the box office. Now it seems that a sequel is on the cards. Bhushan Kumar, the producer of the movie, while talking to a leading media portal said that he is in talks with Salman Khan and Anees Azmee for Ready 2 but “we are waiting for the script to get ready so that we can take it forward.” Director Aneez Bazmee also said that talks had been on for the sequel, and things are looking positive. He has to meet Salman Khan and discuss the project.
Shahid Kapoor to get a wax statue at Madame Tussauds
Actress Deepika Padukone will soon have her wax statue in London and joining her would be actor Shahid Kapoor. The actor shared a post on his Instagram profile to let his fans knows about the development and increase the curiosity level to know how his statue would look.
Priyanka, Farhan and Zaira’s ‘The Sky Is Pink’ to go on floors on 8 August
Priyanka Chopra has two big-budget movies in her hand. She will be seen in Ali Abbas Zafar’s Bharat and also in Shonali Bose’s directorial, The Sky Is Pink, where she has an author-backed role. The actress will be playing Zaira Wasim’s mother in this film and will be paired opposite Farhan Akhtar. The shoot of the movie will begin on 8 August.
Pakistani actress Meera lashes out at ‘Raees’ star Mahira Khan
Pakistani actress Meera, who featured in Hindi movies like Nazar and Kasak, lashed out at Mahira Khan. Her film Simran is all set to release in India and Pakistan. Meera cannot promote the movie in India owing to the Visa issues. She blamed Mahira for making insensitive and careless statements about India thus damaging the relationship between the two countries even more.
Abhishek clears rumours of having problem with wife Ash
Recently, an entertainment media portal reported that Abhishek Bachchan and his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had a tiff at an airport, post their vacation in London. Owing to this article, Abhishek took to Twitter and denied all these rumours and even told the press to be a little careful when it comes to reporting or writing an article.
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Akshay Kumar’s family time
Akshay Kumar has always been a workaholic but the actor has always managed to take out time and balance between his personal and professional life. The Rustom actor never fails to ensure that he takes off some time to spend quality time with his wife Twinkle Khanna and kids Aarav and Nitara. Recently, Akshay was on a month-long vacay and he even shared the glimpses of the same on his social media account.
Dia Mirza gets a baby rhino named after her
Dia Mirza, who is the UN Goodwill Ambassador for Environment, recently had a baby rhino (born at the Ol Pejeta onservancy) named after her. Taking to her Facebook page, an elated Dia shared and thanked the association for naming the Rhino after her and urged the people to join them in saving wild life.
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Raveena Tandon’s throwback moment
Raveena Tandon shared an adorable picture of Andazz Apna Apna. The photo was a shot of the poster of the movie. Andaz Apna Apna released in 1994 and was a big disaster at the box office but later became a favourite of everyone thus making it a cult movie. This was the first time both the Khans - Salman Khan and Aamir Khan - shared screen space together.
Aishwarya and Abhishek in a movie after 8 years
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan are one of the most powerful couples in Bollywood. But it has been eight years that the two have shared screen space with each other. Now, if rumours are to be believed, the two will be coming together for Anurag Kashyap‘s next, Gulab Jamun. Ash was apprehensive about the movie due to her role in it but finally gave her nod. There were a lot of speculations about the movie, but looks like Anurag has finally managed to get the real-life couple on board for the project! The movie will reportedly be directed by Sarvesh Mewara and announcements about it will be made soon.
DirectorGifty is on a roll
DirectorGifty has been responsible for directing some popular Punjabi videos. He tasted the fame with videos like Diljit Dossanjh's Kharku, Radio and then with Jazzy B, Yo Yo ‘Party Getting Hotter, in the last few months. Gifty has directed some of the most popular videos like High Rated Gabru with Guru Randhawa, Lahore and Made in India.
When asked about the success of his music videos, he says, “Punjabi music has always been a hit with masses. Whether it is at discos, wedding parties or concerts, people love to groove to them. Directing a video with Guru Randhawa, Honey Singh, Diljit Dossanjh and many other talented performers has been an enjoyable journey. I hope that we receive more love and appreciation from our viewers and break all previous records and continue doing good work.”
The director will also make his directorial debut with the film Mukhtiar Chadda. He says, “Every professional wants to move up in his career. From video direction to movie direction is an obvious step in my field. After doing many videos with Diljit Dosanjh, we discussed about a movie together and finally collaborated in Mukhtiar Chadda. Movie production is bigger project than video production. To coordinate actors, scenes, sets and amicably proceed is a task and I am happy to have had such good associations. It is important to focus on hard work which finds a connect with masses.”
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