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In Bollywood, Farida Jalal comes to the defense of Sharmin Segal amidst recent controversies. New dad Varun Dhawan was spotted with his newborn daughter as his wife, Natasha Dalal, was discharged from the hospital on Friday. Looking for some recommendations? Don’t miss our “What To Watch This Weekend” section.
In South Indian cinema, Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Og’ reportedly secures a massive Ott deal, generating significant buzz. Check out the latest Box Office updates for both Bollywood and South Indian films. Additionally, John Abraham’s ‘Vedaa’ has a new release date, and the teaser for Vishnu Manchu’s ‘Kannappa’ is set to premiere on June 14.
Scroll down to read the complete news wrap! Farida Jalal Defends Sharmin Segal After “Heeramandi” Criticism
Veteran actress Farida Jalal has come out in support of her co-star Sharmin Segal,...
In Bollywood, Farida Jalal comes to the defense of Sharmin Segal amidst recent controversies. New dad Varun Dhawan was spotted with his newborn daughter as his wife, Natasha Dalal, was discharged from the hospital on Friday. Looking for some recommendations? Don’t miss our “What To Watch This Weekend” section.
In South Indian cinema, Pawan Kalyan’s ‘Og’ reportedly secures a massive Ott deal, generating significant buzz. Check out the latest Box Office updates for both Bollywood and South Indian films. Additionally, John Abraham’s ‘Vedaa’ has a new release date, and the teaser for Vishnu Manchu’s ‘Kannappa’ is set to premiere on June 14.
Scroll down to read the complete news wrap! Farida Jalal Defends Sharmin Segal After “Heeramandi” Criticism
Veteran actress Farida Jalal has come out in support of her co-star Sharmin Segal,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani’s much-anticipated film, ‘Vedaa,’ is set for a theatrical release on 15th August, Independence Day. This collaboration marks the third time the duo has teamed up, following the successful releases of ‘Batla House’ and ‘Satyameva Jayate,’ both of which also premiered on previous Independence Days.
‘Vedaa’ promises to be another blockbuster from the powerhouse team of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, the film boasts a stellar cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, Tamannaah Bhatia.
John Abraham’s social media post gives a hint about the film’s theme. He captioned the poster with: “This Independence Day, woh aa rahe hain… Insaaf ki jung ladne! #Vedaa releasing in cinemas on 15th August. This suggests a storyline centered around justice and an intense battle, likely filled with action and drama.
Co-producer Minnakshi Das and screenplay writer Aseem Arrora add to the film’s strong production lineup,...
‘Vedaa’ promises to be another blockbuster from the powerhouse team of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, the film boasts a stellar cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, Tamannaah Bhatia.
John Abraham’s social media post gives a hint about the film’s theme. He captioned the poster with: “This Independence Day, woh aa rahe hain… Insaaf ki jung ladne! #Vedaa releasing in cinemas on 15th August. This suggests a storyline centered around justice and an intense battle, likely filled with action and drama.
Co-producer Minnakshi Das and screenplay writer Aseem Arrora add to the film’s strong production lineup,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Shweta Ghadashi
- GlamSham
After the successful releases of “Batla House” and “Satyameva Jayate” on Independence Day, John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani are set to continue their tradition. Their upcoming film, “Vedaa,” will hit theaters on Thursday, August 15, 2024.
Third Collaboration
“Vedaa” marks the third Independence Day release for John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Zee Studios, known for last year’s Independence Day release of “Gadar 2,” is also on board as a producer.
John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios: ‘Vedaa’ Arrives On 15 Aug *Independence Day*… After releasing #BatlaHouse and #SatyamevaJayate on #IndependenceDay, #NikkhilAdvani and #JohnAbraham will now release #Vedaa on [Thu] 15 Aug 2024 #IndependenceDay.#Vedaa is the third… pic.twitter.com/hO3sD4TFH7
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) June 7, 2024 Star-Studded Cast
Directed by Nikkhil Advani, “Vedaa” features an impressive cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film promises to be a major draw for audiences.
Production Team
“Vedaa” is produced by Zee Studios,...
Third Collaboration
“Vedaa” marks the third Independence Day release for John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Zee Studios, known for last year’s Independence Day release of “Gadar 2,” is also on board as a producer.
John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios: ‘Vedaa’ Arrives On 15 Aug *Independence Day*… After releasing #BatlaHouse and #SatyamevaJayate on #IndependenceDay, #NikkhilAdvani and #JohnAbraham will now release #Vedaa on [Thu] 15 Aug 2024 #IndependenceDay.#Vedaa is the third… pic.twitter.com/hO3sD4TFH7
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) June 7, 2024 Star-Studded Cast
Directed by Nikkhil Advani, “Vedaa” features an impressive cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film promises to be a major draw for audiences.
Production Team
“Vedaa” is produced by Zee Studios,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Exclusive: Rj Malishka, Rajesh Kumar and Kc Shankar are the latest Indian stars to board SonyLIV’s political drama series Freedom at Midnight.
Malishka (aka Malishka Mendonsa) will portray Indian liberation activist Sarojini Naidu, Rajesh Kumar will play Muhammad Ali Jinnah associate and partition negotiations leader Liaquat Ali Khan, and Shankar will be V.P. Menon, a constitutional adviser who played a critical role in integrally princely states into India. Each had a lasting impact on the true-life political landscape, which Freedom at Midnight is exploring.
Drama series Freedom of Midnight is based on a non-fiction book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins and billed as an epic political thriller set in 1947, the year of Indian independence and partition. Abhinandan Gupta, Adwitiya Kareng Das and Gundeep Kaur are adapting the text as writers. We first revealed news of the series, billed as SonyLIV’s highest-budget original to date, in June...
Malishka (aka Malishka Mendonsa) will portray Indian liberation activist Sarojini Naidu, Rajesh Kumar will play Muhammad Ali Jinnah associate and partition negotiations leader Liaquat Ali Khan, and Shankar will be V.P. Menon, a constitutional adviser who played a critical role in integrally princely states into India. Each had a lasting impact on the true-life political landscape, which Freedom at Midnight is exploring.
Drama series Freedom of Midnight is based on a non-fiction book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins and billed as an epic political thriller set in 1947, the year of Indian independence and partition. Abhinandan Gupta, Adwitiya Kareng Das and Gundeep Kaur are adapting the text as writers. We first revealed news of the series, billed as SonyLIV’s highest-budget original to date, in June...
- 5/14/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Pan India actress Tamannaah Bhatia is tasting success with her latest release ‘Aranmanai 4’, which is receiving love from the audience. The film ended the Tamil film industry’s dry spell and emerged as the first hit of 2024. It opened to great reviews from audience as well as the critics, and went on to earn over Rs 20 crore in its first weekend at the box office.
The actress shared a video on her social media platforms in which people expressed how much they enjoyed the Sundar C directorial in the theatres. “Overflowing with gratitude for the immense love and support,” the caption of the post read. As soon as she dropped the post, fans commented how she deserves all the success. “Congratulations Tamannah. You have given your heart and soul for the movie,” a fan wrote, while another user mentioned, “Loved your performance.”
Tamannaah bhatia expresses gratitude as audience shower...
The actress shared a video on her social media platforms in which people expressed how much they enjoyed the Sundar C directorial in the theatres. “Overflowing with gratitude for the immense love and support,” the caption of the post read. As soon as she dropped the post, fans commented how she deserves all the success. “Congratulations Tamannah. You have given your heart and soul for the movie,” a fan wrote, while another user mentioned, “Loved your performance.”
Tamannaah bhatia expresses gratitude as audience shower...
- 5/8/2024
- by Desk Editorial
- GlamSham
The upcoming streaming series ‘Freedom at Midnight’, based on the eponymous book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins, stars an array of international talents.
The makers of the show revealed the international lineup on Tuesday, which includes Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum, Richard Teverson, Alistair Finlay, and Cordelia Bugeja.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively.
Sharing his thoughts on portraying Lord Louis Mountbatten, Luke McGibney stated, “As Mountbatten, I step into the shoes of a pivotal figure in India’s history. Mountbatten’s role during the transfer of power and partition was both profound and controversial. It’s a fascinating challenge to tap into the complexities of a character who wielded immense influence during a critical period. From his tenure as the last Viceroy of India to the tumultuous aftermath of partition, ‘Freedom at Midnight’ allows us...
The makers of the show revealed the international lineup on Tuesday, which includes Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum, Richard Teverson, Alistair Finlay, and Cordelia Bugeja.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively.
Sharing his thoughts on portraying Lord Louis Mountbatten, Luke McGibney stated, “As Mountbatten, I step into the shoes of a pivotal figure in India’s history. Mountbatten’s role during the transfer of power and partition was both profound and controversial. It’s a fascinating challenge to tap into the complexities of a character who wielded immense influence during a critical period. From his tenure as the last Viceroy of India to the tumultuous aftermath of partition, ‘Freedom at Midnight’ allows us...
- 5/7/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Exclusive: SonyLIV’s ambitious Indian independence drama Freedom at Midnight has added British cast.
Cordelia Bugeja, Richard Teverson, Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum and Alistair Findlay have joined the series, which charts India’s struggle for independence and subsequent partition.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively. Finlay is Archibald Wavell, the Commander-in-Chief and Viceroy of India preceding Mountbatten. Cullum brings to life Clement Attlee, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1945 to 1951, while Teverson portrays Cyril Radcliffe, the chairman of the Boundary Commission for the Partition of India.
They join Sidhant Gupta (Jubilee), who stars as Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story) as...
Cordelia Bugeja, Richard Teverson, Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum and Alistair Findlay have joined the series, which charts India’s struggle for independence and subsequent partition.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively. Finlay is Archibald Wavell, the Commander-in-Chief and Viceroy of India preceding Mountbatten. Cullum brings to life Clement Attlee, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1945 to 1951, while Teverson portrays Cyril Radcliffe, the chairman of the Boundary Commission for the Partition of India.
They join Sidhant Gupta (Jubilee), who stars as Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story) as...
- 5/7/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Mumbai, May 2 (Ians) The upcoming streaming show ‘Freedom at Midnight’, based on the eponymous book, is set to delve into India’s fight for Independence, showcasing critical moments from the partition era.
It details the events behind the last year of British Raj from 1947 to 1948 and how it gave away India, which was a part of its empire.
The events begin with the appointment of Lord Mountbatten of Burma as the last viceroy of British India and conclude with the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
The first look of the show was unveiled on Instagram on Thursday by showrunner and director Nikkhil Advani, who captioned Gandhi’s quote, “Jawahar and Sardar will be like two oxen yoked to the government cart. One will need the other, and both will pull together.”
The show stars Sidhant Gupta, once again showcasing his acting prowess against the backdrop of partition after ‘Jubilee’.
It also...
It details the events behind the last year of British Raj from 1947 to 1948 and how it gave away India, which was a part of its empire.
The events begin with the appointment of Lord Mountbatten of Burma as the last viceroy of British India and conclude with the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
The first look of the show was unveiled on Instagram on Thursday by showrunner and director Nikkhil Advani, who captioned Gandhi’s quote, “Jawahar and Sardar will be like two oxen yoked to the government cart. One will need the other, and both will pull together.”
The show stars Sidhant Gupta, once again showcasing his acting prowess against the backdrop of partition after ‘Jubilee’.
It also...
- 5/2/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Indian streamer SonyLIV has unveiled the cast and a first look for its magnum opus series “Freedom at Midnight.”
Based on the 1975 non-fiction book by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre, the political drama delves into India’s independence movement, weaving together untold tales and critical moments from the era when the country’s then British colonial rulers partitioned the country into India and Pakistan.
Sidhant Gupta (Prime Video series “Jubilee”) plays Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (SonyLIV series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”) Mahatma Gandhi and Rajendra Chawla (Netflix film “Looop Lapeta”) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who became the first deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India.
The series is produced by Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani for Emmay Entertainment in association with StudioNext and Sony Liv. Nikkhil Advani (SonyLIV series “Rocket Boys”) serves as the showrunner and director. The series is written by Abhinandan Gupta,...
Based on the 1975 non-fiction book by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre, the political drama delves into India’s independence movement, weaving together untold tales and critical moments from the era when the country’s then British colonial rulers partitioned the country into India and Pakistan.
Sidhant Gupta (Prime Video series “Jubilee”) plays Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (SonyLIV series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”) Mahatma Gandhi and Rajendra Chawla (Netflix film “Looop Lapeta”) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who became the first deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India.
The series is produced by Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani for Emmay Entertainment in association with StudioNext and Sony Liv. Nikkhil Advani (SonyLIV series “Rocket Boys”) serves as the showrunner and director. The series is written by Abhinandan Gupta,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Actress Sharvari said that when she ventured into the world of cinema, she had no backing and knew that for surviving in the industry, her work needed to either be a hit or receive acclaim.
Sharvari, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Vedaa’, took to Instagram and shared a still from the film featuring actor John Abraham.
The actress captioned it: “Every time anyone asked me what I wanted to become when I grow up, I only had one answer – I wanted to be an actor! Well it is easier said than done… years of patience, keeping the fire burning inside for the love of the craft, honing my skills, controlling my insecurities, going through days of self-doubt and introspection, coming out of that crashing down feeling, because well… the stars have to really align to get that one project.”
“That empowers you to deliver the best.
Sharvari, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Vedaa’, took to Instagram and shared a still from the film featuring actor John Abraham.
The actress captioned it: “Every time anyone asked me what I wanted to become when I grow up, I only had one answer – I wanted to be an actor! Well it is easier said than done… years of patience, keeping the fire burning inside for the love of the craft, honing my skills, controlling my insecurities, going through days of self-doubt and introspection, coming out of that crashing down feeling, because well… the stars have to really align to get that one project.”
“That empowers you to deliver the best.
- 3/22/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Prime Video on Tuesday unveiled a 69-title slate of returning and new series as well as original and licensed films for the rest of 2024. The slate was revealed here at an all-star event hosted by filmmaker and talk show host Karan Johar.
The streamer is rolling out 27 original Indian web series, includes the much-anticipated Indian instalment of the Russo brothers’ ‘Citadel’ universe, ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’, starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, from ‘The Family Man’ duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dk. The duo also have a satirical comedy drama ‘Gulkanda Tales’ on the Prime Video slate.
Other highlights are Siddharth Roy Kapur and Nagraj Manjule’s ‘Matka King’, starring Vijay Varma, who plays a Mumbai cotton merchant who ensures that gambling doesn’t remain confined only to the elite by inventing ‘matka’.
The returning series will include ‘Mirzapur 3’, where we’ll see Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Vijay Verma and Shweta ‘Golu’ Tripathi,...
The streamer is rolling out 27 original Indian web series, includes the much-anticipated Indian instalment of the Russo brothers’ ‘Citadel’ universe, ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’, starring Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, from ‘The Family Man’ duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dk. The duo also have a satirical comedy drama ‘Gulkanda Tales’ on the Prime Video slate.
Other highlights are Siddharth Roy Kapur and Nagraj Manjule’s ‘Matka King’, starring Vijay Varma, who plays a Mumbai cotton merchant who ensures that gambling doesn’t remain confined only to the elite by inventing ‘matka’.
The returning series will include ‘Mirzapur 3’, where we’ll see Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Vijay Verma and Shweta ‘Golu’ Tripathi,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Prime Video has unveiled a 69-title 2024 slate of new and returning series and original and licensed films. The slate was revealed at a star-studded event in Mumbai on Tuesday hosted by Indian media personality Karan Johar.
Amazon executives present at the event included Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, Kelly Day, VP Prime Video International, James Farrell, VP, international originals, Gaurav Gandhi, VP, Apac and Mena, Sushant Sreeram, country director, India, Aparna Purohit, head of originals, India and Southeast Asia, Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, India, and Nikhil Madhok, head of Hindi-language, India.
Jonathan Nolan and Ella Purnell were on hand to provide a preview of upcoming series “Fallout.” The stars of all the Indian originals were also present.
“As we look at the next 250 million subscribers that we’re going to acquire, they are definitely going to come from outside of the United States. And...
Amazon executives present at the event included Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, Kelly Day, VP Prime Video International, James Farrell, VP, international originals, Gaurav Gandhi, VP, Apac and Mena, Sushant Sreeram, country director, India, Aparna Purohit, head of originals, India and Southeast Asia, Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, India, and Nikhil Madhok, head of Hindi-language, India.
Jonathan Nolan and Ella Purnell were on hand to provide a preview of upcoming series “Fallout.” The stars of all the Indian originals were also present.
“As we look at the next 250 million subscribers that we’re going to acquire, they are definitely going to come from outside of the United States. And...
- 3/19/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The teaser of the upcoming John Abraham-starrer film ‘Vedaa’ was unveiled on Tuesday, and it promises an action-packed saga.
The film also stars Abhishek Banerjee and Sharvari.
Sharvari plays the character of a fighter in the film with John’s character by her side. Abhishek plays a politician who locks horns with John
Taking to Instagram, John on Tuesday shared the teaser with his followers.
The actor wrote in the caption: “Jhagadna nahi aata mujhe, sirf jung ladni aati hai! #VedaaTeaserOutNow. (Link in bio) Releasing in cinemas on July 12.”
The film has been directed by Nikkhil Advani, who has earlier collaborated with John on ‘Salaam-e-Ishq’ and ‘Batla House’.
‘Vedaa’ is set to debut in theatres on July 12.
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The film also stars Abhishek Banerjee and Sharvari.
Sharvari plays the character of a fighter in the film with John’s character by her side. Abhishek plays a politician who locks horns with John
Taking to Instagram, John on Tuesday shared the teaser with his followers.
The actor wrote in the caption: “Jhagadna nahi aata mujhe, sirf jung ladni aati hai! #VedaaTeaserOutNow. (Link in bio) Releasing in cinemas on July 12.”
The film has been directed by Nikkhil Advani, who has earlier collaborated with John on ‘Salaam-e-Ishq’ and ‘Batla House’.
‘Vedaa’ is set to debut in theatres on July 12.
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- 3/19/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Gear up for an adrenaline-pumping experience as the teaser for “Vedaa” hits the screens. Packed with jaw-dropping stunts and a star-studded cast featuring John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, and Tamannaah Bhatia, this thriller promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Directed by Nikkhil Advani and inspired by true events, “Vedaa” is set to deliver non-stop action and suspense. Presented by Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, and Ja Entertainment, the film is scheduled to hit theaters on July 12, 2024.
Directed by Nikkhil Advani and inspired by true events, “Vedaa” is set to deliver non-stop action and suspense. Presented by Zee Studios, Emmay Entertainment, and Ja Entertainment, the film is scheduled to hit theaters on July 12, 2024.
- 3/19/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
It was almost five years back when Nikkhil Advani had last directed a feature film. It was a highly dramatic Batla House featuring John Abraham in the lead, which was a hit at the box office and brought in almost 100 crores. The year was 2019, when different genres were really working well in theatres, though the scenario changed a year later with the pandemic, and the focus shifted more towards high-decibel action films, something that struck with full throttle in 2023 with the arrival of Pathaan, Gadar 2, Jawan and Animal.
Circa 2024, and Nikkhil is now coming up with his first ever out-and-out action film, Vedaa. Yet again, he has paired up with John Abraham for the film. Apart from Batla House, he has also directed the actor in Salaam-e-Ishq, while also producing Satyameva Jayate, which boasts of the biggest opening ever for the actor as a main lead.
What makes the...
Circa 2024, and Nikkhil is now coming up with his first ever out-and-out action film, Vedaa. Yet again, he has paired up with John Abraham for the film. Apart from Batla House, he has also directed the actor in Salaam-e-Ishq, while also producing Satyameva Jayate, which boasts of the biggest opening ever for the actor as a main lead.
What makes the...
- 2/12/2024
- by Joginder Tuteja
- Bollyspice
Let me begin by saying what I will say at the end too Shankar Mahadevan is a musical genius. Reflecting on my journey with Shankar, it all began through the creative Imtiaz Dharker a cherished friend and renowned painter.
She reached out to me to write the lyrics for her documentary focused on Mumbai’s street children. She was aiming to capture their essence through a singular song rather than conventional commentary. I happily agreed.
Guided by Imtiaz, I found myself at a studio to meet Ehsaan Noorani. Soon after, his partner Shankar Mahadevan arrived. It was a brief yet defining interaction. In just minutes, he composed a musical masterpiece, leaving a lasting impression on me.
Later, I called Ehsaan, asking if they would be interested in composing for films. He said he would get back but never did. Later, I learnt that he got so flustered and nervous that...
She reached out to me to write the lyrics for her documentary focused on Mumbai’s street children. She was aiming to capture their essence through a singular song rather than conventional commentary. I happily agreed.
Guided by Imtiaz, I found myself at a studio to meet Ehsaan Noorani. Soon after, his partner Shankar Mahadevan arrived. It was a brief yet defining interaction. In just minutes, he composed a musical masterpiece, leaving a lasting impression on me.
Later, I called Ehsaan, asking if they would be interested in composing for films. He said he would get back but never did. Later, I learnt that he got so flustered and nervous that...
- 2/8/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood powerhouse John Abraham and acclaimed director Nikkhil Advani are set to mesmerize audiences once again with their latest collaboration, ‘Vedaa.’ This marks their reunion after the success of ‘Batla House,’ promising another gripping cinematic experience.
Theatrical Release Announcement:
‘Vedaa,’ an action-packed drama, is slated for a theatrical release on July 12, 2024. Fans can anticipate a thrilling ride as the film hits the big screen.
First Look Poster Revealed:
With the release date announcement comes the unveiling of the first look poster, giving audiences a glimpse into the intense world of ‘Vedaa.’ The poster sets the tone for what promises to be an adrenaline-fueled adventure.
John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios Collaborate For ‘Vedaa’: First Look Poster + Release Date Announcement… #JohnAbraham and director #NikkhilAdvani reunite after #BatlaHouse… #Vedaa – an action-drama starring #JohnAbraham – to have a *theatrical release* on 12 July… pic.twitter.com/hscWC0Y7ar
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February...
Theatrical Release Announcement:
‘Vedaa,’ an action-packed drama, is slated for a theatrical release on July 12, 2024. Fans can anticipate a thrilling ride as the film hits the big screen.
First Look Poster Revealed:
With the release date announcement comes the unveiling of the first look poster, giving audiences a glimpse into the intense world of ‘Vedaa.’ The poster sets the tone for what promises to be an adrenaline-fueled adventure.
John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios Collaborate For ‘Vedaa’: First Look Poster + Release Date Announcement… #JohnAbraham and director #NikkhilAdvani reunite after #BatlaHouse… #Vedaa – an action-drama starring #JohnAbraham – to have a *theatrical release* on 12 July… pic.twitter.com/hscWC0Y7ar
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February...
- 2/7/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Director Nikkhil Advani’s high-energy action-drama, ‘Vedaa’, featuring John Abraham and Sharvari is all set to release on the big screen. Brace yourselves for a riveting cinematic adventure as this adrenaline-pumping film is scheduled to hit theatres on July 12th this year, promising an indelible and immersive experience for audiences.
Six years since their successful collaboration on ‘Batla House’, Nikkhil Advani and John Abraham reunite to bring forth yet another compelling story. Expressing excitement, Director Nikkhil Advani says, “Vedaa is not just a film. It’s inspired from real events and is a reflection of our society and pushes the boundaries of reality. Working with John, Sharvari and Abhishek Banerjee has been an incredible experience and I’m glad to finally announce the release date and fingers crossed the audiences gets moved the way we all did when we first heard the story of Vedaa.”
More on the project, Madhu Bhojwani,...
Six years since their successful collaboration on ‘Batla House’, Nikkhil Advani and John Abraham reunite to bring forth yet another compelling story. Expressing excitement, Director Nikkhil Advani says, “Vedaa is not just a film. It’s inspired from real events and is a reflection of our society and pushes the boundaries of reality. Working with John, Sharvari and Abhishek Banerjee has been an incredible experience and I’m glad to finally announce the release date and fingers crossed the audiences gets moved the way we all did when we first heard the story of Vedaa.”
More on the project, Madhu Bhojwani,...
- 2/7/2024
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Stand up star and actor Vir Das has shared that he is taking a break from touring for three months. He added that he will be co-directing and starring in a movie.
Vir took to X on Monday, where he dropped a message: “Head back to India tomorrow.”
Without divulging details about his next, he added: “Very very happy to announce for the next three months I will Not be touring. Get to sleep in the same bed. Have a routine. Plant some roots. Also…..Co-direct and star in a movie.”
Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani took to the comment section and wrote to Vir, who recently won an International Emmy for his stand up special ‘Vir Das: Landing.”
Advani wrote: “Aaah… I see how you slipped that in. Meet up when you’re back.”
On the film front, Vir was seen in Judd Aptow’s ‘The Bubble’, a comedy film, which also features Karen Gillan,...
Vir took to X on Monday, where he dropped a message: “Head back to India tomorrow.”
Without divulging details about his next, he added: “Very very happy to announce for the next three months I will Not be touring. Get to sleep in the same bed. Have a routine. Plant some roots. Also…..Co-direct and star in a movie.”
Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani took to the comment section and wrote to Vir, who recently won an International Emmy for his stand up special ‘Vir Das: Landing.”
Advani wrote: “Aaah… I see how you slipped that in. Meet up when you’re back.”
On the film front, Vir was seen in Judd Aptow’s ‘The Bubble’, a comedy film, which also features Karen Gillan,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kareena Kapoor Khan Was Supposed To Do Karan Johar’s Kal Ho Naa Ho After K3G (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)
Kareena Kapoor Khan is an actress who never used to shy away from demands and dared to quote the highest. The good part was she used to get what she quoted, and the bad part was she missed a lot of good stuff because of such demands. One such film was Kal Ho Naa Ho, which had a massive repercussion on her personal bond with Karan Johar.
The story of Bebo rejecting Kal Ho Naa Ho had two faces – one that was Karan Johar’s side that the world knows, and the second was Bebo’s side, which she once revealed brutally, making sure that the world knows she was cheated. For starters, the world knows that after K3G, Kareena was supposed to do Kal Ho Naa Ho for Karan Johar.
Kareena Kapoor Khan is an actress who never used to shy away from demands and dared to quote the highest. The good part was she used to get what she quoted, and the bad part was she missed a lot of good stuff because of such demands. One such film was Kal Ho Naa Ho, which had a massive repercussion on her personal bond with Karan Johar.
The story of Bebo rejecting Kal Ho Naa Ho had two faces – one that was Karan Johar’s side that the world knows, and the second was Bebo’s side, which she once revealed brutally, making sure that the world knows she was cheated. For starters, the world knows that after K3G, Kareena was supposed to do Kal Ho Naa Ho for Karan Johar.
- 2/3/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Mumbai, Jan 30 (Ians) Filmmaker Nikkhil Advani on Tuesday announced the filming of a new web series titled ‘Freedom at Midnight’, which will delve into a pivotal chapter of the country’s vibrant history.
Taking to the social media, Nikkhil, who is the director of ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, shared a collage of a clapboard with ‘Fam’ written on it, and a glimpse of the script.
It was captioned as: “A work of scholarship, of investigation, research and of significance- The New York Times… Freedom At Midnight by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins Sacrifice of many. Ambition of one. Shoot Begins.”
Sony Liv is all set for ‘Freedom at Midnight’ in collaboration with StudioNext and Emmay Entertainment.
The series will soon stream on Sony Liv.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Nikkhil was the producer of the horror thriller web series ‘Adhura’, starring Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh and Rahul Dev.
He also...
Taking to the social media, Nikkhil, who is the director of ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, shared a collage of a clapboard with ‘Fam’ written on it, and a glimpse of the script.
It was captioned as: “A work of scholarship, of investigation, research and of significance- The New York Times… Freedom At Midnight by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins Sacrifice of many. Ambition of one. Shoot Begins.”
Sony Liv is all set for ‘Freedom at Midnight’ in collaboration with StudioNext and Emmay Entertainment.
The series will soon stream on Sony Liv.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Nikkhil was the producer of the horror thriller web series ‘Adhura’, starring Rasika Dugal, Ishwak Singh and Rahul Dev.
He also...
- 1/30/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Jan 25 (Ians) Actor Rishabh Sawhney, who will be seen playing villain in the Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘Fighter’, did all it takes for his transformation for the upcoming film.
Talking about his transformation, Rishabh said: “It was a very exciting, excruciating and fulfilling journey for me. This was the first time I could actually put on muscle for a role. Coming from a bodybuilding background, I knew this was something that will play in my favour and I’d been waiting to get a chance to gain muscle and grow big.”
“I have been working out consistently for 8-9 years now and it’s been my lifesaver.”
‘Fighter’ serves as Rishabh’s dream Bollywood debut. Before this, he was a part of Nikkhil Advani’s ‘The Empire’, which marked his Ott debut.
Quoting Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rishabh added: “He had said this ‘First I made my body and then my body...
Talking about his transformation, Rishabh said: “It was a very exciting, excruciating and fulfilling journey for me. This was the first time I could actually put on muscle for a role. Coming from a bodybuilding background, I knew this was something that will play in my favour and I’d been waiting to get a chance to gain muscle and grow big.”
“I have been working out consistently for 8-9 years now and it’s been my lifesaver.”
‘Fighter’ serves as Rishabh’s dream Bollywood debut. Before this, he was a part of Nikkhil Advani’s ‘The Empire’, which marked his Ott debut.
Quoting Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rishabh added: “He had said this ‘First I made my body and then my body...
- 1/25/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Rishabh Sawhney, who appeared in Nikkhil Advani’s ‘The Empire’ where he played Babur’s brother Mehmood, is all set to make his Bollywood debut in Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor-starrer ‘Fighter’.
The film is Indian cinema’s first aerial-actioner and Rishabh is a part of its ensemble cast which also includes Akshay Oberoi, Karan Singh Grover and Sanjeeda Shaikh.
Sharing his excitement, Rishabh said: “It is a dream for any actor to see themselves on the big screen one day. And it feels surreal that my dream is about to come true. What makes it more special is that I am getting to do it with names like Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor and under the leadership of Siddharth Anand. Fighter is surely going to be a path-breaking film for Indian film action, and I feel proud to be a part of it.
The film is Indian cinema’s first aerial-actioner and Rishabh is a part of its ensemble cast which also includes Akshay Oberoi, Karan Singh Grover and Sanjeeda Shaikh.
Sharing his excitement, Rishabh said: “It is a dream for any actor to see themselves on the big screen one day. And it feels surreal that my dream is about to come true. What makes it more special is that I am getting to do it with names like Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor and under the leadership of Siddharth Anand. Fighter is surely going to be a path-breaking film for Indian film action, and I feel proud to be a part of it.
- 1/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Indian streamer SonyLIV has unveiled a slate of more than 20 new and returning shows for 2024 and is expanding its content focus.
2023 saw several hits bow on the service including “Scam 2003,” “Chamak,” Agatha Christie adaptation “Charlie Chopra & The Mystery Of Solang Valley” and “Fauda” remake “Tanaav,” which has been renewed for a second season, besides Season 2 of Emmy-nominated series “Rocket Boys.”
2024 will see shows in the Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi and Marathi languages, in addition to Hindi. “We wanted to go with a very robust multi-language content lineup,” Danish Khan, executive VP and business head, SonyLIV and StudioNext at Sony Pictures Networks India, told Variety.
The Hindi-language lineup includes renowned filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya (“Uunchai”) making his streaming debut with “Badaa Naam Karenge,” a family drama that is due to premiere during the Diwali holiday frame in November. “That’s a big one for us,” Khan says. Sudhir Mishra directs...
2023 saw several hits bow on the service including “Scam 2003,” “Chamak,” Agatha Christie adaptation “Charlie Chopra & The Mystery Of Solang Valley” and “Fauda” remake “Tanaav,” which has been renewed for a second season, besides Season 2 of Emmy-nominated series “Rocket Boys.”
2024 will see shows in the Telugu, Tamil, Bengali, Punjabi and Marathi languages, in addition to Hindi. “We wanted to go with a very robust multi-language content lineup,” Danish Khan, executive VP and business head, SonyLIV and StudioNext at Sony Pictures Networks India, told Variety.
The Hindi-language lineup includes renowned filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya (“Uunchai”) making his streaming debut with “Badaa Naam Karenge,” a family drama that is due to premiere during the Diwali holiday frame in November. “That’s a big one for us,” Khan says. Sudhir Mishra directs...
- 1/3/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Actor-director Saurabh Shukla, whose streaming film ‘Dry Day’, has been getting a good response, has shared that acting happened to him by chance.
However, the actor said that he embraced it with joy but he always found comfort in storytelling.
Talking about acting, he said, “Becoming an actor wasn’t planned; it just happened unexpectedly, and I embraced it with joy. I always loved art and storytelling, finding comfort in the creative world.”
His directorial ‘Dry Day’ stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Shrikant Verma and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
He further mentioned, “Life took a turn, leading me into cinema. While every character I’ve played and every story I’ve shared reflects the beauty of this artistic journey that found me, my heart always wanted to direct. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the most amazing parts of our lives are written by the unexpected ink of serendipity.
However, the actor said that he embraced it with joy but he always found comfort in storytelling.
Talking about acting, he said, “Becoming an actor wasn’t planned; it just happened unexpectedly, and I embraced it with joy. I always loved art and storytelling, finding comfort in the creative world.”
His directorial ‘Dry Day’ stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Shrikant Verma and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
He further mentioned, “Life took a turn, leading me into cinema. While every character I’ve played and every story I’ve shared reflects the beauty of this artistic journey that found me, my heart always wanted to direct. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the most amazing parts of our lives are written by the unexpected ink of serendipity.
- 12/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is gearing up for the release of his streaming film ‘Dry Day’, has shared that he doesn’t let his characters confine him, rather he takes up each role because he sees them as a path to reach out to meaningful stories and tell them to the society through his portrayal.
Breaking away from conventional roles, Jitendra’s journey from his early days in the industry to his current line-up of work reflects a rare blend of versatility and depth. In ‘Dry Day’, he essays the role of an alcoholic who challenges the system for an overhaul.
Sharing his opinion on his body of work, the actor said: “I don’t let roles confine me; every opportunity is a blessing. The characters I play, especially those with a social message, aren’t limitations but paths to meaningful stories. Gratitude fuels my journey, and I embrace the...
Breaking away from conventional roles, Jitendra’s journey from his early days in the industry to his current line-up of work reflects a rare blend of versatility and depth. In ‘Dry Day’, he essays the role of an alcoholic who challenges the system for an overhaul.
Sharing his opinion on his body of work, the actor said: “I don’t let roles confine me; every opportunity is a blessing. The characters I play, especially those with a social message, aren’t limitations but paths to meaningful stories. Gratitude fuels my journey, and I embrace the...
- 12/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar has seamlessly transitioned from boy-next-door to the formidable character of Gannu in ‘Dry Day’, and shared how he tweaked the accent and language to add layers to his role, making it an unforgettable experience.
Jitendra is known for his work in ‘Panchayat’, ‘Kota Factory’, and ‘Jaadugar’. The recently unveiled trailer of the film ‘Dry Day’ provides a tantalizing glimpse into the transformation of Jitendra into Gannu, a small-town tough guy who embarks on a journey that challenges the very fabric of societal expectations.
From the innocent charm of Jeetu Bhaiya, audiences will witness a riveting portrayal of a character who confronts his own insecurities and grapples with the demons of alcoholism.
Talking about the same, Jitendra said: “Gannu isn’t just a character to me, I have grown up in the environment where I have seen people like Gannu. Whenever I go back, my siblings and friends...
Jitendra is known for his work in ‘Panchayat’, ‘Kota Factory’, and ‘Jaadugar’. The recently unveiled trailer of the film ‘Dry Day’ provides a tantalizing glimpse into the transformation of Jitendra into Gannu, a small-town tough guy who embarks on a journey that challenges the very fabric of societal expectations.
From the innocent charm of Jeetu Bhaiya, audiences will witness a riveting portrayal of a character who confronts his own insecurities and grapples with the demons of alcoholism.
Talking about the same, Jitendra said: “Gannu isn’t just a character to me, I have grown up in the environment where I have seen people like Gannu. Whenever I go back, my siblings and friends...
- 12/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer of the upcoming streaming ‘Dry Day’ was unveiled on Thursday, and it shows the story of an alcoholic, who sets on a transformative path and challenges the system.
The 2 minute and 39 seconds long trailer delves into the complexities of addiction, love, and the extent of a man’s sacrifices for his family. It follows the story of Gannu, who dreams of becoming a corporator and is an alcoholic. His wife, Nirmala, played by Shriya Pilgaonkar, is expecting their baby but is heartbroken at the conduct of his partner for whom she fought against the world.
As Gannu’s prospects of becoming a corporator get delayed by 5 years, he sets out on the path to change the course of the society vowing to make people’s lives better by keeping them off alcohol by pulling some strings.
The film stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
The 2 minute and 39 seconds long trailer delves into the complexities of addiction, love, and the extent of a man’s sacrifices for his family. It follows the story of Gannu, who dreams of becoming a corporator and is an alcoholic. His wife, Nirmala, played by Shriya Pilgaonkar, is expecting their baby but is heartbroken at the conduct of his partner for whom she fought against the world.
As Gannu’s prospects of becoming a corporator get delayed by 5 years, he sets out on the path to change the course of the society vowing to make people’s lives better by keeping them off alcohol by pulling some strings.
The film stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The trailer of the upcoming streaming ‘Dry Day’ was unveiled on Thursday, and it shows the story of an alcoholic, who sets on a transformative path and challenges the system.
The 2 minute and 39 seconds long trailer delves into the complexities of addiction, love, and the extent of a man’s sacrifices for his family. It follows the story of Gannu, who dreams of becoming a corporator and is an alcoholic. His wife, Nirmala, played by Shriya Pilgaonkar, is expecting their baby but is heartbroken at the conduct of his partner for whom she fought against the world.
As Gannu’s prospects of becoming a corporator get delayed by 5 years, he sets out on the path to change the course of the society vowing to make people’s lives better by keeping them off alcohol by pulling some strings.
The film stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
The 2 minute and 39 seconds long trailer delves into the complexities of addiction, love, and the extent of a man’s sacrifices for his family. It follows the story of Gannu, who dreams of becoming a corporator and is an alcoholic. His wife, Nirmala, played by Shriya Pilgaonkar, is expecting their baby but is heartbroken at the conduct of his partner for whom she fought against the world.
As Gannu’s prospects of becoming a corporator get delayed by 5 years, he sets out on the path to change the course of the society vowing to make people’s lives better by keeping them off alcohol by pulling some strings.
The film stars Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles.
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar, who is gearing up for the release of her streaming film ‘Dry Day’, has shared that she plays the role of a small town girl who is stuck in a relationship with a guy addicted to alcohol.
The film also stars Jitendra Kumar. The actress also shared that the film explores the transformative power of love.
Talking about the same, the actress said: “The story of our film ‘Dry Day’ is entertaining, authentic and will surely strike an emotional chord with the viewers. We have a lovely cast and team. I play the character of Nirmala, a feisty, charming small town girl who comes from an educated family but ends up being stuck in a relationship with Gannu who is addicted to alcohol.”
She further mentioned: “She does her best to take charge and get him to mend his ways for their future. The film explores certain...
The film also stars Jitendra Kumar. The actress also shared that the film explores the transformative power of love.
Talking about the same, the actress said: “The story of our film ‘Dry Day’ is entertaining, authentic and will surely strike an emotional chord with the viewers. We have a lovely cast and team. I play the character of Nirmala, a feisty, charming small town girl who comes from an educated family but ends up being stuck in a relationship with Gannu who is addicted to alcohol.”
She further mentioned: “She does her best to take charge and get him to mend his ways for their future. The film explores certain...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar, who is gearing up for the release of her streaming film ‘Dry Day’, has shared that she plays the role of a small town girl who is stuck in a relationship with a guy addicted to alcohol.
The film also stars Jitendra Kumar. The actress also shared that the film explores the transformative power of love.
Talking about the same, the actress said: “The story of our film ‘Dry Day’ is entertaining, authentic and will surely strike an emotional chord with the viewers. We have a lovely cast and team. I play the character of Nirmala, a feisty, charming small town girl who comes from an educated family but ends up being stuck in a relationship with Gannu who is addicted to alcohol.”
She further mentioned: “She does her best to take charge and get him to mend his ways for their future. The film explores certain...
The film also stars Jitendra Kumar. The actress also shared that the film explores the transformative power of love.
Talking about the same, the actress said: “The story of our film ‘Dry Day’ is entertaining, authentic and will surely strike an emotional chord with the viewers. We have a lovely cast and team. I play the character of Nirmala, a feisty, charming small town girl who comes from an educated family but ends up being stuck in a relationship with Gannu who is addicted to alcohol.”
She further mentioned: “She does her best to take charge and get him to mend his ways for their future. The film explores certain...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Dry Day Release Date Out! (Photo Credit –PR)
Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment destination, announced the global premiere of its upcoming Amazon Original movie, Dry Day, today. This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the country’s heartland, where the protagonist, Gannu, a small-time goon portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional quest to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issues of alcoholism.
Directed by Saurabh Shukla and produced by Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikkhil Advani of Emmay Entertainment, the film features Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles. Dry Day will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on December 22 in Hindi, along with dubs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. The movie is the...
Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment destination, announced the global premiere of its upcoming Amazon Original movie, Dry Day, today. This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the country’s heartland, where the protagonist, Gannu, a small-time goon portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional quest to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issues of alcoholism.
Directed by Saurabh Shukla and produced by Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikkhil Advani of Emmay Entertainment, the film features Jitendra Kumar, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Annu Kapoor in pivotal roles. Dry Day will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide on December 22 in Hindi, along with dubs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada. The movie is the...
- 12/12/2023
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is known for ‘Tvf Pitchers’, ‘Kota Factory’ and ‘Panchayat’, will be seen essaying the role of a small-time goon in the upcoming comedy-drama film ‘Dry Day’. The film also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and Annu Kapoor.
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is known for ‘Tvf Pitchers’, ‘Kota Factory’ and ‘Panchayat’, will be seen essaying the role of a small-time goon in the upcoming comedy-drama film ‘Dry Day’. The film also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and Annu Kapoor.
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
New Delhi, Nov 26 (Ians) The horrifying incident of the 2008 Mumbai attacks which is well known as 26/11 was a tragic incident which has gone down in history as one of the worst and biggest terrorist attacks to ever take place.
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
- 11/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Nov 26 (Ians) The horrifying incident of the 2008 Mumbai attacks which is well known as 26/11 was a tragic incident which has gone down in history as one of the worst and biggest terrorist attacks to ever take place.
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
- 11/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Satyajeet Dubey, who has been receiving a lot of positive response for his work in the recently released second season of the streaming show ‘Mumbai Diaries’, has expressed gratitude towards his director and the show’s creator Nikkhil Advani.
The actor said that earlier he used to over-intellectualise his process as an actor – a common occurrence – with actors but over the years, he has realised that it’s all about finding and projecting truth between the action and the cut.
Elaborating on the same, the actor said: “We actors tend to over-intellectualise the process. I also used to do it earlier quite a lot. But just being in the moment between the action and the cut, what you are doing in that moment is that you’re trying to create a few moments of truth.”
He also spoke about how working with Nikkhil is like working in a “live theatre.
The actor said that earlier he used to over-intellectualise his process as an actor – a common occurrence – with actors but over the years, he has realised that it’s all about finding and projecting truth between the action and the cut.
Elaborating on the same, the actor said: “We actors tend to over-intellectualise the process. I also used to do it earlier quite a lot. But just being in the moment between the action and the cut, what you are doing in that moment is that you’re trying to create a few moments of truth.”
He also spoke about how working with Nikkhil is like working in a “live theatre.
- 10/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Satyajeet Dubey, who has been receiving a lot of positive response for his work in the recently released second season of the streaming show ‘Mumbai Diaries’, has expressed gratitude towards his director and the show’s creator Nikkhil Advani.
The actor said that earlier he used to over-intellectualise his process as an actor – a common occurrence – with actors but over the years, he has realised that it’s all about finding and projecting truth between the action and the cut.
Elaborating on the same, the actor said: “We actors tend to over-intellectualise the process. I also used to do it earlier quite a lot. But just being in the moment between the action and the cut, what you are doing in that moment is that you’re trying to create a few moments of truth.”
He also spoke about how working with Nikkhil is like working in a “live theatre.
The actor said that earlier he used to over-intellectualise his process as an actor – a common occurrence – with actors but over the years, he has realised that it’s all about finding and projecting truth between the action and the cut.
Elaborating on the same, the actor said: “We actors tend to over-intellectualise the process. I also used to do it earlier quite a lot. But just being in the moment between the action and the cut, what you are doing in that moment is that you’re trying to create a few moments of truth.”
He also spoke about how working with Nikkhil is like working in a “live theatre.
- 10/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sujata Ajawale is one of the many characters in the show Mumbai Diaries who had to fight the hardest to finally get what she wanted: dignity and respect. This show by Nikkhil Advani made sure to present lead characters from all walks of life to make the viewers understand that everyone has their own journey and struggle. Everyone in the show works towards dealing with their issues and saving lives. Dr. Sujata was one of them.
Just like Dr. Diya Parekh and Dr. Ahaan Mirza, Dr. Sujata joined Bombay General Hospital as a first-year resident doctor. Bombay General Hospital might be a government entity, but it holds a reputation for having good doctors working very hard to make sure the patients remain safe, guarded, and alive. Dr. Sujata comes from a background of lesser means, and she has fought tooth and nail to reach this position.
It is implied that Sujata was a good student,...
Just like Dr. Diya Parekh and Dr. Ahaan Mirza, Dr. Sujata joined Bombay General Hospital as a first-year resident doctor. Bombay General Hospital might be a government entity, but it holds a reputation for having good doctors working very hard to make sure the patients remain safe, guarded, and alive. Dr. Sujata comes from a background of lesser means, and she has fought tooth and nail to reach this position.
It is implied that Sujata was a good student,...
- 10/10/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Director Nikkhil Advani has recalled the shooting experience for the second season of ‘Mumbai Diaries’. The directordescribed it as a dangerous thing. “We had quite a shooting experience this season, it was surely a dangerous thing. The production design of the set had scaffolding everywhere, and one of the particular scenes involved Konkona being trapped in a room flooded in water. To ensure that she had something to hold onto, we literally strapped her to the scaffolding kept in the room,” he said.
Nikkhiladded: “And while we were inside the room, shooting and filling it up with water, we didn’t realise the amount of pressure it was exerting on the walls. We had to jump out of the set as the walls were beginning to give away. All in all, it was all cool and full of adventure, surely making it a fun shooting experience too.”
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Nikkhiladded: “And while we were inside the room, shooting and filling it up with water, we didn’t realise the amount of pressure it was exerting on the walls. We had to jump out of the set as the walls were beginning to give away. All in all, it was all cool and full of adventure, surely making it a fun shooting experience too.”
Created and Directed...
- 10/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Director Nikkhil Advani has recalled the shooting experience for the second season of ‘Mumbai Diaries’. The directordescribed it as a dangerous thing. “We had quite a shooting experience this season, it was surely a dangerous thing. The production design of the set had scaffolding everywhere, and one of the particular scenes involved Konkona being trapped in a room flooded in water. To ensure that she had something to hold onto, we literally strapped her to the scaffolding kept in the room,” he said.
Nikkhiladded: “And while we were inside the room, shooting and filling it up with water, we didn’t realise the amount of pressure it was exerting on the walls. We had to jump out of the set as the walls were beginning to give away. All in all, it was all cool and full of adventure, surely making it a fun shooting experience too.”
Created and Directed...
Nikkhiladded: “And while we were inside the room, shooting and filling it up with water, we didn’t realise the amount of pressure it was exerting on the walls. We had to jump out of the set as the walls were beginning to give away. All in all, it was all cool and full of adventure, surely making it a fun shooting experience too.”
Created and Directed...
- 10/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai Diaries seasons 1 and 2 unanimously received great reactions from critics and the audience alike. Th Nikkhil Advani show boasts good direction, cinematography, editing, and a fast-paced screenplay, and just like any other good medical drama, it kept the audience on the edge of their seat.
The first season had the makers recreate the November 26th attacks and how Bombay General Hospital inadvertently became the hotspot where all the drama and the showdown happened. Apart from the devastating scene at the hospital, there was also the recreation of the siege of Hotel Taj in Mumbai, which had overwhelming numbers of casualties, most of them among the staff who gave their lives to make sure the guests were safe. It ended on a somber note as the terrorists were neutralized both in the hospital and hotel, but many people were killed by the terrorists themselves; one of them being the mother of a lead character.
The first season had the makers recreate the November 26th attacks and how Bombay General Hospital inadvertently became the hotspot where all the drama and the showdown happened. Apart from the devastating scene at the hospital, there was also the recreation of the siege of Hotel Taj in Mumbai, which had overwhelming numbers of casualties, most of them among the staff who gave their lives to make sure the guests were safe. It ended on a somber note as the terrorists were neutralized both in the hospital and hotel, but many people were killed by the terrorists themselves; one of them being the mother of a lead character.
- 10/10/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Actor Mohit Raina, who is currently receiving a lot of positive response to his recently second season of the streaming show ‘Mumbai Diaries’, has shared his ordeal when he was stuck in the Mumbai rains of July 26, 2005.
The second season of the show showcases the struggles faced by the medical fraternity in the fictional Bombay General Hospital as the city suffers a deluge.
Talking about the same, Mohit said, “I had gone to Chembur to a college for a relative who had come to Mumbai for admission. While returning from Chembur, I got stuck at Mumbai’s Carter Road area as heavy rains lashed the city”.
He further mentioned, “As the water started swelling up, I took refuge from the rains in a cafe and was stuck there for 3 days.”
When his ‘Mumbai Diaries’ co-actor Shreya Dhanwanthary interjected in a jest asking, “Why didn’t you swim back?”
Mohit replied laughingly,...
The second season of the show showcases the struggles faced by the medical fraternity in the fictional Bombay General Hospital as the city suffers a deluge.
Talking about the same, Mohit said, “I had gone to Chembur to a college for a relative who had come to Mumbai for admission. While returning from Chembur, I got stuck at Mumbai’s Carter Road area as heavy rains lashed the city”.
He further mentioned, “As the water started swelling up, I took refuge from the rains in a cafe and was stuck there for 3 days.”
When his ‘Mumbai Diaries’ co-actor Shreya Dhanwanthary interjected in a jest asking, “Why didn’t you swim back?”
Mohit replied laughingly,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Mohit Raina, who is currently receiving a lot of positive response to his recently second season of the streaming show ‘Mumbai Diaries’, has shared his ordeal when he was stuck in the Mumbai rains of July 26, 2005.
The second season of the show showcases the struggles faced by the medical fraternity in the fictional Bombay General Hospital as the city suffers a deluge.
Talking about the same, Mohit said, “I had gone to Chembur to a college for a relative who had come to Mumbai for admission. While returning from Chembur, I got stuck at Mumbai’s Carter Road area as heavy rains lashed the city”.
He further mentioned, “As the water started swelling up, I took refuge from the rains in a cafe and was stuck there for 3 days.”
When his ‘Mumbai Diaries’ co-actor Shreya Dhanwanthary interjected in a jest asking, “Why didn’t you swim back?”
Mohit replied laughingly,...
The second season of the show showcases the struggles faced by the medical fraternity in the fictional Bombay General Hospital as the city suffers a deluge.
Talking about the same, Mohit said, “I had gone to Chembur to a college for a relative who had come to Mumbai for admission. While returning from Chembur, I got stuck at Mumbai’s Carter Road area as heavy rains lashed the city”.
He further mentioned, “As the water started swelling up, I took refuge from the rains in a cafe and was stuck there for 3 days.”
When his ‘Mumbai Diaries’ co-actor Shreya Dhanwanthary interjected in a jest asking, “Why didn’t you swim back?”
Mohit replied laughingly,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Both seasons of Nikkhil Advani’s Mumbai Diaries have garnered critical appreciation as well as love from the audience. Both seasons of the show are based on true major events that rocked the city of Mumbai in two different years and on how the people of the city came forward to help each other out in times of adversity. In a densely populated city like this, many found good samaritans, and in the case of Mumbai Dairies, it was the doctors and the staff of the Bombay General Hospital that showed the utmost resilience at the peak of the disaster.
The first season of The Mumbai Diaries is based on the attack of 26/11 carried out by terrorists who had assistance from across the border. Nikkhil Advani made sure to accurately present the story as the tension around the city increased manifold once incidents kept increasing. Nikkhil Advani resurrected the real...
The first season of The Mumbai Diaries is based on the attack of 26/11 carried out by terrorists who had assistance from across the border. Nikkhil Advani made sure to accurately present the story as the tension around the city increased manifold once incidents kept increasing. Nikkhil Advani resurrected the real...
- 10/7/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
The second season of Mumbai Diaries revolves around the devasting floods of July, 2005 that caused absolute mayhem in Mumbai. The overflowing of the Mithi River brought the entire city to a standstill. Nikkhil Advani’s retelling of this devastating flood places Bombay General Hospital in the middle of a natural calamity and tests its ability to withstand the rising waters. The makers take us through the ordeal the doctors and staff at the hospital face. This article will help you understand what transpired on that fateful day and how one night changed all of them.
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Why Was A Case Filed Against Dr. Kaushik Oberoi?
Mumbai Diaries Season 2 begins with Mrs. Savita Kelkar filing a murder case against Dr. Kaushik for his alleged role in the death of her husband, who was martyred during the attacks on November 26. She believes Kaushik had the resources to save her husband, but...
Spoilers Ahead
Why Was A Case Filed Against Dr. Kaushik Oberoi?
Mumbai Diaries Season 2 begins with Mrs. Savita Kelkar filing a murder case against Dr. Kaushik for his alleged role in the death of her husband, who was martyred during the attacks on November 26. She believes Kaushik had the resources to save her husband, but...
- 10/7/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Mumbai Diaries Season 1 was based on the attacks of 26/11 that shook the city of Mumbai and the nation to the core. An attack of this scale led to many casualties and left a deep scar on the fabric of the city. Nikkhil Advani managed to convey a story that was a mix of realism and over-the-top theatrics and presented a decent narrative that was filled with a sense of urgency. As an extension to that world, creator and director of Mumbai Diaries Season Two, Nikkhil Advani, again brings forward a story that is based on the 2005 floods that affected Mumbai. This time the characters are confronting a natural calamity, an entity they can’t hope to have any control over. This eight-episode-long show was released on Amazon Prime Video on October 6, 2023, and boasts an ensemble cast apart from brand new faces.
Mumbai Diaries begins with Kaushik facing an inquiry for...
Mumbai Diaries begins with Kaushik facing an inquiry for...
- 10/6/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
The makers of the popular medical-drama series ‘Mumbai Diaries’ before the official launch of its second season held a special screening in order to honour the medical fraternity upon their visit to Mumbai’s Fortis Hospital. The series is a deep dive into the journey telling the intricate lives of the dedicated medical staff and patients at Bombay General Hospital.
The screening was attended by the cast and crew of the series which included actors Mohit Raina, Tina Desai, Natasha Bharadwaj, Satyajeet Dubey and Mrunmayee Deshpande alongside Nikhil Madhok, the Head Of Hindi Originals of Prime Video India.
This was followed by a meet and greet with the doctors of the Fortis Hospital which included: Lalit Dhantole, Sandeep Gore, Vijay Shetty, Jesal Sheth, Jumana Haji, Rajat Bhargava, Manish Itolikar, Gurneet Singh Sawhney and Sameer Sadawarte.
As the show resonates with the challenges faced by medical professionals, this visit to Fortis...
The screening was attended by the cast and crew of the series which included actors Mohit Raina, Tina Desai, Natasha Bharadwaj, Satyajeet Dubey and Mrunmayee Deshpande alongside Nikhil Madhok, the Head Of Hindi Originals of Prime Video India.
This was followed by a meet and greet with the doctors of the Fortis Hospital which included: Lalit Dhantole, Sandeep Gore, Vijay Shetty, Jesal Sheth, Jumana Haji, Rajat Bhargava, Manish Itolikar, Gurneet Singh Sawhney and Sameer Sadawarte.
As the show resonates with the challenges faced by medical professionals, this visit to Fortis...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The makers of the popular medical-drama series ‘Mumbai Diaries’ before the official launch of its second season held a special screening in order to honour the medical fraternity upon their visit to Mumbai’s Fortis Hospital. The series is a deep dive into the journey telling the intricate lives of the dedicated medical staff and patients at Bombay General Hospital.
The screening was attended by the cast and crew of the series which included actors Mohit Raina, Tina Desai, Natasha Bharadwaj, Satyajeet Dubey and Mrunmayee Deshpande alongside Nikhil Madhok, the Head Of Hindi Originals of Prime Video India.
This was followed by a meet and greet with the doctors of the Fortis Hospital which included: Lalit Dhantole, Sandeep Gore, Vijay Shetty, Jesal Sheth, Jumana Haji, Rajat Bhargava, Manish Itolikar, Gurneet Singh Sawhney and Sameer Sadawarte.
As the show resonates with the challenges faced by medical professionals, this visit to Fortis...
The screening was attended by the cast and crew of the series which included actors Mohit Raina, Tina Desai, Natasha Bharadwaj, Satyajeet Dubey and Mrunmayee Deshpande alongside Nikhil Madhok, the Head Of Hindi Originals of Prime Video India.
This was followed by a meet and greet with the doctors of the Fortis Hospital which included: Lalit Dhantole, Sandeep Gore, Vijay Shetty, Jesal Sheth, Jumana Haji, Rajat Bhargava, Manish Itolikar, Gurneet Singh Sawhney and Sameer Sadawarte.
As the show resonates with the challenges faced by medical professionals, this visit to Fortis...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Indian actor Jim Sarbh has been recognized with an International Emmy best actor nomination for hit SonyLIV series “Rocket Boys.”
In the series, created by Nikkhil Advani, directed by Abhay Pannu and produced by Roy Kapur Films and Emmay Entertainment, Sarbh plays Dr. Homi Jahangir Bhabha, credited as the father of the Indian nuclear program. Alongside him is Ishwak Singh playing Vikram Sarabhai who pioneered India’s space research program.
Since debuting in 2014 with “Shuruaat Ka Interval,” Sarbh has racked up an impressive array of credits including the acclaimed “Neerja” (2016), Toronto title “A Death in the Gunj” (2017), hits “Padmaavat” and “Sanju,” Rotterdam film “Jonaki,” Toronto selection “The Wedding Guest” (all 2018), Sundance film “Photograph” (2019) and 2023 hit “Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.” He also has a recurring lead role in the immensely popular Prime Video series “Made in Heaven.”
Next up for Sarbh are: an interview show with Zoya Hussain; a new film with Pannu,...
In the series, created by Nikkhil Advani, directed by Abhay Pannu and produced by Roy Kapur Films and Emmay Entertainment, Sarbh plays Dr. Homi Jahangir Bhabha, credited as the father of the Indian nuclear program. Alongside him is Ishwak Singh playing Vikram Sarabhai who pioneered India’s space research program.
Since debuting in 2014 with “Shuruaat Ka Interval,” Sarbh has racked up an impressive array of credits including the acclaimed “Neerja” (2016), Toronto title “A Death in the Gunj” (2017), hits “Padmaavat” and “Sanju,” Rotterdam film “Jonaki,” Toronto selection “The Wedding Guest” (all 2018), Sundance film “Photograph” (2019) and 2023 hit “Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.” He also has a recurring lead role in the immensely popular Prime Video series “Made in Heaven.”
Next up for Sarbh are: an interview show with Zoya Hussain; a new film with Pannu,...
- 10/5/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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