Kannada star Rishab Shetty, who scooped praise for his rooted film ‘Kantara’, met the Malayalam superstar Mohanlal recently.
The actor took to his Instagram on Thursday, and shared pictures from his meet-up with the Malayalam cinema legend.
In the photos, Rishab, accompanied by his wife Pragathi Shetty, is seen posing with Mohanlal, all three smiling for the camera.
He wrote in the caption: “An honour and a pleasure to meet the legendary @mohanlal sir.”
Mohanlal wore a grey shirt paired with a mundu, while the ‘Kantara’ director-actor opted for a white shirt, complemented by a plain white mundu. Pragathi was spotted in a pink suit.
The pictures of Rishab and Mohanlal drew the attention of the fans and the audience.
Netizens took to the comments section and praised both actors.
One user wrote: “The complete actor, mohanlal lalettan.”
A second user wrote: “Thanks Rishabh. We look forward seeing him performing under your direction too,...
The actor took to his Instagram on Thursday, and shared pictures from his meet-up with the Malayalam cinema legend.
In the photos, Rishab, accompanied by his wife Pragathi Shetty, is seen posing with Mohanlal, all three smiling for the camera.
He wrote in the caption: “An honour and a pleasure to meet the legendary @mohanlal sir.”
Mohanlal wore a grey shirt paired with a mundu, while the ‘Kantara’ director-actor opted for a white shirt, complemented by a plain white mundu. Pragathi was spotted in a pink suit.
The pictures of Rishab and Mohanlal drew the attention of the fans and the audience.
Netizens took to the comments section and praised both actors.
One user wrote: “The complete actor, mohanlal lalettan.”
A second user wrote: “Thanks Rishabh. We look forward seeing him performing under your direction too,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
A screening of Isabel Herguera’s San Sebastian winner “Sultana’s Dream” will kickstart the inaugural edition of AniMela, India’s first-ever international festival for animation, VFX, Xr, gaming and comics, in Mumbai.
The screening will be followed by a Q&a with Herguera, alongside her Spanish and Indian crew, including Indian animation expert Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. AniMela’s film program includes features “The Peasants,” “Slide,” “Josep,” “Calamity,” “Unicorn Wars,” “Hokkyoku Hyakkaten No – Concierge San,” “Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman” and shorts under the thematic headings “India Collection,” “Queer Collection” and “Diversity & Identity: Dutch Shorts.”
AniMela’s Knowledge Center hosts workshops, panel discussions and masterclasses with Indian and international stalwarts from the animation, VFX and gaming industries including Annecy Festival director Mickaël Marin, Annecy Film Market director Veronique Encrenaz, VFX Supervisor Srinivas Mohan and filmmaker and educator Nina Sabnani. Highlights include a behind the scenes look at Milind D. Shinde’s “Bandits...
The screening will be followed by a Q&a with Herguera, alongside her Spanish and Indian crew, including Indian animation expert Upamanyu Bhattacharyya. AniMela’s film program includes features “The Peasants,” “Slide,” “Josep,” “Calamity,” “Unicorn Wars,” “Hokkyoku Hyakkaten No – Concierge San,” “Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman” and shorts under the thematic headings “India Collection,” “Queer Collection” and “Diversity & Identity: Dutch Shorts.”
AniMela’s Knowledge Center hosts workshops, panel discussions and masterclasses with Indian and international stalwarts from the animation, VFX and gaming industries including Annecy Festival director Mickaël Marin, Annecy Film Market director Veronique Encrenaz, VFX Supervisor Srinivas Mohan and filmmaker and educator Nina Sabnani. Highlights include a behind the scenes look at Milind D. Shinde’s “Bandits...
- 1/18/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Music composer A R Rahman, hailed as the ‘Mozart of Madras’, is celebrating his 57th birthday, even as the world toasts his musical prowess that has transcended cultural boundaries, earning him accolades and admiration worldwide.
The winner of six National Film Awards, two Oscars, two Grammys, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, and the third-highest civilian award Padma Bhushan, Rahman has been creating music that is a testament to the universality of emotions. His compositions evoke a range of feelings that resonate with audiences from diverse backgrounds.
Born in Chennai on January 6, 1967, Rahman is known for the transformative impact he has had on the film industry, playing a pivotal role in redefining the role of music in Indian cinema, emphasising its importance in storytelling.
In his three-decade-long career, he has composed and produced original scores and songs for more than 145 films in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English, Persian and Mandarin.
The winner of six National Film Awards, two Oscars, two Grammys, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, and the third-highest civilian award Padma Bhushan, Rahman has been creating music that is a testament to the universality of emotions. His compositions evoke a range of feelings that resonate with audiences from diverse backgrounds.
Born in Chennai on January 6, 1967, Rahman is known for the transformative impact he has had on the film industry, playing a pivotal role in redefining the role of music in Indian cinema, emphasising its importance in storytelling.
In his three-decade-long career, he has composed and produced original scores and songs for more than 145 films in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, English, Persian and Mandarin.
- 1/6/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Tabu, filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, and Siddharth Anand were spotted at the Oshiwara crematorium here on Monday, for the last rites of director Sanjay Gadhvi, who passed away due to cardiac arrest.
The director of ‘Dhoom’ franchise died on Sunday in Mumbai. He was three days away from his 58th birthday.
In the video, we can see Tabu arriving at the funeral in a black kurta and leggings.
He is survived by his wife Gina, and two daughters. Sanjay was the son of Manubhai Gadhvi, a prominent figure in Gujarati folk literature.
He made his directorial debut with ‘Tere Liye’. After ‘Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai’, he registered a breakout success with ‘Dhoom’, and followed it up with its sequel ‘Dhoom 2’.
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who has worked with Sanjay in both ‘Dhoom’ and ‘Dhoom 2’, took to his Instagram on Sunday to pen a heartfelt note notifying his 12.3 million followers about Sanjay’s demise.
The director of ‘Dhoom’ franchise died on Sunday in Mumbai. He was three days away from his 58th birthday.
In the video, we can see Tabu arriving at the funeral in a black kurta and leggings.
He is survived by his wife Gina, and two daughters. Sanjay was the son of Manubhai Gadhvi, a prominent figure in Gujarati folk literature.
He made his directorial debut with ‘Tere Liye’. After ‘Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai’, he registered a breakout success with ‘Dhoom’, and followed it up with its sequel ‘Dhoom 2’.
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who has worked with Sanjay in both ‘Dhoom’ and ‘Dhoom 2’, took to his Instagram on Sunday to pen a heartfelt note notifying his 12.3 million followers about Sanjay’s demise.
- 11/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Tabu, filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, and Siddharth Anand were spotted at the Oshiwara crematorium here on Monday, for the last rites of director Sanjay Gadhvi, who passed away due to cardiac arrest.
The director of ‘Dhoom’ franchise died on Sunday in Mumbai. He was three days away from his 58th birthday.
In the video, we can see Tabu arriving at the funeral in a black kurta and leggings.
He is survived by his wife Gina, and two daughters. Sanjay was the son of Manubhai Gadhvi, a prominent figure in Gujarati folk literature.
He made his directorial debut with ‘Tere Liye’. After ‘Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai’, he registered a breakout success with ‘Dhoom’, and followed it up with its sequel ‘Dhoom 2’.
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who has worked with Sanjay in both ‘Dhoom’ and ‘Dhoom 2’, took to his Instagram on Sunday to pen a heartfelt note notifying his 12.3 million followers about Sanjay’s demise.
The director of ‘Dhoom’ franchise died on Sunday in Mumbai. He was three days away from his 58th birthday.
In the video, we can see Tabu arriving at the funeral in a black kurta and leggings.
He is survived by his wife Gina, and two daughters. Sanjay was the son of Manubhai Gadhvi, a prominent figure in Gujarati folk literature.
He made his directorial debut with ‘Tere Liye’. After ‘Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai’, he registered a breakout success with ‘Dhoom’, and followed it up with its sequel ‘Dhoom 2’.
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who has worked with Sanjay in both ‘Dhoom’ and ‘Dhoom 2’, took to his Instagram on Sunday to pen a heartfelt note notifying his 12.3 million followers about Sanjay’s demise.
- 11/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
As the makers have announced the second season of survival drama ‘Kaala Paani’, Rakesh Yadav, the production designer, who brought the sets of the show alive opened up about the set of specific moments or set pieces that he is particularly proud of, and also revealed the creative process behind them.
The production designer shared: ” ‘Kaala Paani’ is very close to my heart, to pick any particular scene would be a cruelty to other scenes. I would say that the final look and feel that we achieved with the creation of the interiors of a Japanese bunker is something I am very proud of.”
“Andaman has World War Two-era Japanese bunkers scattered around the island to keep a close watch on the Indian Ocean. They were built on higher grounds to watch over as much area as possible. When we set about creating the interiors of the bunker in the studio,...
The production designer shared: ” ‘Kaala Paani’ is very close to my heart, to pick any particular scene would be a cruelty to other scenes. I would say that the final look and feel that we achieved with the creation of the interiors of a Japanese bunker is something I am very proud of.”
“Andaman has World War Two-era Japanese bunkers scattered around the island to keep a close watch on the Indian Ocean. They were built on higher grounds to watch over as much area as possible. When we set about creating the interiors of the bunker in the studio,...
- 11/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
As the makers have announced the second season of survival drama ‘Kaala Paani’, Rakesh Yadav, the production designer, who brought the sets of the show alive opened up about the set of specific moments or set pieces that he is particularly proud of, and also revealed the creative process behind them.
The production designer shared: ” ‘Kaala Paani’ is very close to my heart, to pick any particular scene would be a cruelty to other scenes. I would say that the final look and feel that we achieved with the creation of the interiors of a Japanese bunker is something I am very proud of.”
“Andaman has World War Two-era Japanese bunkers scattered around the island to keep a close watch on the Indian Ocean. They were built on higher grounds to watch over as much area as possible. When we set about creating the interiors of the bunker in the studio,...
The production designer shared: ” ‘Kaala Paani’ is very close to my heart, to pick any particular scene would be a cruelty to other scenes. I would say that the final look and feel that we achieved with the creation of the interiors of a Japanese bunker is something I am very proud of.”
“Andaman has World War Two-era Japanese bunkers scattered around the island to keep a close watch on the Indian Ocean. They were built on higher grounds to watch over as much area as possible. When we set about creating the interiors of the bunker in the studio,...
- 11/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh-starrer survival drama ‘Kaala Paani’ has been renewed for its second season on Netflix.
‘Kaala Paani’ Season 1 featuredMona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel, Vikas Kumar, Arushi Sharma, Radhika Mehrotra, Chinmay Mandlekar, and Poornima Indrajith, among others.
Sameer Saxena, Executive Producer, Showrunner and Director of ‘Kaala Paani’ said: “ ‘Kaala Paani’ has been successful in triggering conversations around the choices we make collectively or as individuals and the larger impact it has in maintaining our ecological balance… As we gear up for Season 2 of ‘Kaala Paani’, we are thrilled to dive into the world once again and pick up the character journeys from where we left off.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “Since the release of Kaala Paani, we’ve been truly overwhelmed with the love the series has received from the fans, critics and industry alike. Venturing into a whole new genre of...
‘Kaala Paani’ Season 1 featuredMona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel, Vikas Kumar, Arushi Sharma, Radhika Mehrotra, Chinmay Mandlekar, and Poornima Indrajith, among others.
Sameer Saxena, Executive Producer, Showrunner and Director of ‘Kaala Paani’ said: “ ‘Kaala Paani’ has been successful in triggering conversations around the choices we make collectively or as individuals and the larger impact it has in maintaining our ecological balance… As we gear up for Season 2 of ‘Kaala Paani’, we are thrilled to dive into the world once again and pick up the character journeys from where we left off.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “Since the release of Kaala Paani, we’ve been truly overwhelmed with the love the series has received from the fans, critics and industry alike. Venturing into a whole new genre of...
- 11/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh-starrer survival drama ‘Kaala Paani’ has been renewed for its second season on Netflix.
‘Kaala Paani’ Season 1 featuredMona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel, Vikas Kumar, Arushi Sharma, Radhika Mehrotra, Chinmay Mandlekar, and Poornima Indrajith, among others.
Sameer Saxena, Executive Producer, Showrunner and Director of ‘Kaala Paani’ said: “ ‘Kaala Paani’ has been successful in triggering conversations around the choices we make collectively or as individuals and the larger impact it has in maintaining our ecological balance… As we gear up for Season 2 of ‘Kaala Paani’, we are thrilled to dive into the world once again and pick up the character journeys from where we left off.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “Since the release of Kaala Paani, we’ve been truly overwhelmed with the love the series has received from the fans, critics and industry alike. Venturing into a whole new genre of...
‘Kaala Paani’ Season 1 featuredMona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel, Vikas Kumar, Arushi Sharma, Radhika Mehrotra, Chinmay Mandlekar, and Poornima Indrajith, among others.
Sameer Saxena, Executive Producer, Showrunner and Director of ‘Kaala Paani’ said: “ ‘Kaala Paani’ has been successful in triggering conversations around the choices we make collectively or as individuals and the larger impact it has in maintaining our ecological balance… As we gear up for Season 2 of ‘Kaala Paani’, we are thrilled to dive into the world once again and pick up the character journeys from where we left off.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “Since the release of Kaala Paani, we’ve been truly overwhelmed with the love the series has received from the fans, critics and industry alike. Venturing into a whole new genre of...
- 11/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The production designer Rakesh Yadav, who is responsible for bringing the sets of web series ‘Kaala Paani’ to life, shared insights into the process, and opened up about creating a set in the Andamans. The show features Mona Singh and Ashutosh Gowariker in the lead.
The web series, created by Sameer Saxena, skilfully weaves urgent themes into a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a deadly epidemic.
The intricate world created by the production design has left an impression on the audience.
Talking about the same, Rakesh shared, “I have worked on challenging films before, like ‘Tumbbad’, and when came the opportunity to design sets for a series like ‘Kaala Paani’, which presented an entirely different world, I was prepared to take this challenge head-on.”
“I had a unique advantage in that I had previously stayed in Andaman for a different project, so I was well-acquainted with the local culture,...
The web series, created by Sameer Saxena, skilfully weaves urgent themes into a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a deadly epidemic.
The intricate world created by the production design has left an impression on the audience.
Talking about the same, Rakesh shared, “I have worked on challenging films before, like ‘Tumbbad’, and when came the opportunity to design sets for a series like ‘Kaala Paani’, which presented an entirely different world, I was prepared to take this challenge head-on.”
“I had a unique advantage in that I had previously stayed in Andaman for a different project, so I was well-acquainted with the local culture,...
- 10/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The production designer Rakesh Yadav, who is responsible for bringing the sets of web series ‘Kaala Paani’ to life, shared insights into the process, and opened up about creating a set in the Andamans. The show features Mona Singh and Ashutosh Gowariker in the lead.
The web series, created by Sameer Saxena, skilfully weaves urgent themes into a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a deadly epidemic.
The intricate world created by the production design has left an impression on the audience.
Talking about the same, Rakesh shared, “I have worked on challenging films before, like ‘Tumbbad’, and when came the opportunity to design sets for a series like ‘Kaala Paani’, which presented an entirely different world, I was prepared to take this challenge head-on.”
“I had a unique advantage in that I had previously stayed in Andaman for a different project, so I was well-acquainted with the local culture,...
The web series, created by Sameer Saxena, skilfully weaves urgent themes into a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of a deadly epidemic.
The intricate world created by the production design has left an impression on the audience.
Talking about the same, Rakesh shared, “I have worked on challenging films before, like ‘Tumbbad’, and when came the opportunity to design sets for a series like ‘Kaala Paani’, which presented an entirely different world, I was prepared to take this challenge head-on.”
“I had a unique advantage in that I had previously stayed in Andaman for a different project, so I was well-acquainted with the local culture,...
- 10/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kaala Paani is a 2023 Indian drama series directed by Amit Golani and Sameer Saxena. The series stars Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, and Sukant Goel.
“Kaala Paani” is an engaging ensemble series that revolves around multiple protagonists who find themselves caught up in a situation. Their interconnected stories, driven by conflict and an epidemic, serve as the narrative backbone of this compelling television series from India.
This well-developed series maintains a deliberate and almost reflective pace. Don’t expect Hollywood-style sequences with grand effects like in a blockbuster film. Instead, it focuses on the characters, delving into their psychology and personal stories while intertwining them with the conflict of the unleashed epidemic and its resolution.
Plot
On a picturesque island in India called Jenkins, an epidemic breaks out in the waters. The population becomes isolated, leading to a violent situation.
Review of “Kaala Paani”
Yes, it is a sentimental series, but...
“Kaala Paani” is an engaging ensemble series that revolves around multiple protagonists who find themselves caught up in a situation. Their interconnected stories, driven by conflict and an epidemic, serve as the narrative backbone of this compelling television series from India.
This well-developed series maintains a deliberate and almost reflective pace. Don’t expect Hollywood-style sequences with grand effects like in a blockbuster film. Instead, it focuses on the characters, delving into their psychology and personal stories while intertwining them with the conflict of the unleashed epidemic and its resolution.
Plot
On a picturesque island in India called Jenkins, an epidemic breaks out in the waters. The population becomes isolated, leading to a violent situation.
Review of “Kaala Paani”
Yes, it is a sentimental series, but...
- 10/18/2023
- by Veronica Loop
- Martin Cid - TV
The survival drama series ‘Kaala Paani’ has just unveiled its trailer and it has a more haunting vibe than one can expect of a thriller series. Amidst the allure of the salty seas, the ocean’s breeze, there are many haunting mysteries in the dark of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and these things are menacing and unforgiving which warrants a desperate struggle for escape and survival.
This is what basically ‘Kaala Paani’ trailer is, a search for something mysterious that should not be touched only for it to bite back and chase you till your demise.
The premise of the show follows certain individuals who journey from the mainland into the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, trying to explore the mystery of Kaala Paani who find themselves trapped on the islands, away from the mainland, with no immediate help coming.
There is a presence of supernatural terror that is present...
This is what basically ‘Kaala Paani’ trailer is, a search for something mysterious that should not be touched only for it to bite back and chase you till your demise.
The premise of the show follows certain individuals who journey from the mainland into the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, trying to explore the mystery of Kaala Paani who find themselves trapped on the islands, away from the mainland, with no immediate help coming.
There is a presence of supernatural terror that is present...
- 10/7/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The survival drama series ‘Kaala Paani’ has just unveiled its trailer and it has a more haunting vibe than one can expect of a thriller series. Amidst the allure of the salty seas, the ocean’s breeze, there are many haunting mysteries in the dark of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and these things are menacing and unforgiving which warrants a desperate struggle for escape and survival.
This is what basically ‘Kaala Paani’ trailer is, a search for something mysterious that should not be touched only for it to bite back and chase you till your demise.
The premise of the show follows certain individuals who journey from the mainland into the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, trying to explore the mystery of Kaala Paani who find themselves trapped on the islands, away from the mainland, with no immediate help coming.
There is a presence of supernatural terror that is present...
This is what basically ‘Kaala Paani’ trailer is, a search for something mysterious that should not be touched only for it to bite back and chase you till your demise.
The premise of the show follows certain individuals who journey from the mainland into the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, trying to explore the mystery of Kaala Paani who find themselves trapped on the islands, away from the mainland, with no immediate help coming.
There is a presence of supernatural terror that is present...
- 10/7/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Screen is profiling every submission for best international feature at the 96th Academy Awards.
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
- 9/28/2023
- by Screen staff
- ScreenDaily
Screen is profiling every submission for best international feature at the 96th Academy Awards.
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
- 9/28/2023
- by Screen staff
- ScreenDaily
Screen is profiling every submission for best international feature at the 96th Academy Awards.
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
Entries for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
The 96th Academy Awards is set to take place on March 10, 2024 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture (over 40 minutes) produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between December 1, 2022, and October 31, 2023. The deadline...
- 9/28/2023
- by Screen staff
- ScreenDaily
Mumbai, Sep 22 (Ians) Director Ashutosh Gowarkier has planned to create a historical biopic titled ‘Shankar’ which will be based on the life of the Vedic scholar and guru, Adi Shankaracharya. This comes amidst the unveiling of the massive ‘Statue of Oneness’ in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh.
The grandiose statue is a massive- awe-inspiring 108-foot paying tribute to the legendary scholar and philosopher and teacher.
The film was announced by the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas, who called it a collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the big screen.
Referring to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm and said: “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world. I am deeply honoured to have the opportunity to illuminate his life and wisdom on the cinematic canvas in collaboration with Nyas and Ekatma Dham.
The grandiose statue is a massive- awe-inspiring 108-foot paying tribute to the legendary scholar and philosopher and teacher.
The film was announced by the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas, who called it a collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the big screen.
Referring to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm and said: “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world. I am deeply honoured to have the opportunity to illuminate his life and wisdom on the cinematic canvas in collaboration with Nyas and Ekatma Dham.
- 9/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Sep 22 (Ians) Director Ashutosh Gowarkier has planned to create a historical biopic titled ‘Shankar’ which will be based on the life of the Vedic scholar and guru, Adi Shankaracharya. This comes amidst the unveiling of the massive ‘Statue of Oneness’ in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh.
The grandiose statue is a massive- awe-inspiring 108-foot paying tribute to the legendary scholar and philosopher and teacher.
The film was announced by the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas, who called it a collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the big screen.
Referring to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm and said: “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world. I am deeply honoured to have the opportunity to illuminate his life and wisdom on the cinematic canvas in collaboration with Nyas and Ekatma Dham.
The grandiose statue is a massive- awe-inspiring 108-foot paying tribute to the legendary scholar and philosopher and teacher.
The film was announced by the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas, who called it a collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the big screen.
Referring to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm and said: “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world. I am deeply honoured to have the opportunity to illuminate his life and wisdom on the cinematic canvas in collaboration with Nyas and Ekatma Dham.
- 9/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Making Magic
To mark the 25th anniversary of the “Harry Potter” books being published in the U.S., the Empire State Building is set to be lit up in Hogwarts house colors at sunset on Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Viewers outside of New York can watch the building’s Tower Lights shine red for Gryffindor, yellow for Hufflepuff, blue for Ravenclaw and green for Slytherin on the Empire State’s live cam. For those in New York, there will be a magical pop-up cart on the 86th Floor Observation Deck where fans will be able to pick up free copies of the book and bottles of Butterbeer. Costumes and wizard robes are encouraged.
Crypto Scam
BBC One have set a documentary on alleged crypto-scammer Sam Bankman-Fried. Produced by Bitachon365 (“Secrets of Prince Andrew”), the 60-minute doc will air under the BBC’s “Panorama” strand on Sept. 25. A 90-minute cut will be available...
To mark the 25th anniversary of the “Harry Potter” books being published in the U.S., the Empire State Building is set to be lit up in Hogwarts house colors at sunset on Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Viewers outside of New York can watch the building’s Tower Lights shine red for Gryffindor, yellow for Hufflepuff, blue for Ravenclaw and green for Slytherin on the Empire State’s live cam. For those in New York, there will be a magical pop-up cart on the 86th Floor Observation Deck where fans will be able to pick up free copies of the book and bottles of Butterbeer. Costumes and wizard robes are encouraged.
Crypto Scam
BBC One have set a documentary on alleged crypto-scammer Sam Bankman-Fried. Produced by Bitachon365 (“Secrets of Prince Andrew”), the 60-minute doc will air under the BBC’s “Panorama” strand on Sept. 25. A 90-minute cut will be available...
- 9/22/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Yesterday, amidst the grandeur of the unveiling of the monumental ‘Statue of Oneness’ in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh – an awe-inspiring 108-foot statue paying tribute to the legendary Indian Vedic scholar, philosopher and teacher, Adi Shankaracharya – the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas proudly announced its collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the screen.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the “time is absolutely right to explore the profound impact of Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings, his intellectual prowess, and his tireless efforts to unify the diverse strands of Sanatan Dharma. And I am extremely happy that we are collaborating with the filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker for the same.”
In reference to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the “time is absolutely right to explore the profound impact of Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings, his intellectual prowess, and his tireless efforts to unify the diverse strands of Sanatan Dharma. And I am extremely happy that we are collaborating with the filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker for the same.”
In reference to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world.
- 9/22/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Yesterday, amidst the grandeur of the unveiling of the monumental ‘Statue of Oneness’ in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh – an awe-inspiring 108-foot statue paying tribute to the legendary Indian Vedic scholar, philosopher and teacher, Adi Shankaracharya – the Acharya Shankar Sanskritik Ekta Nyas proudly announced its collaborative effort with Ashutosh Gowariker to bring the life and wisdom of Adi Shankaracharya to the screen.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the “time is absolutely right to explore the profound impact of Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings, his intellectual prowess, and his tireless efforts to unify the diverse strands of Sanatan Dharma. And I am extremely happy that we are collaborating with the filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker for the same.”
In reference to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world.
The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that the “time is absolutely right to explore the profound impact of Adi Shankaracharya’s teachings, his intellectual prowess, and his tireless efforts to unify the diverse strands of Sanatan Dharma. And I am extremely happy that we are collaborating with the filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker for the same.”
In reference to the project, Ashutosh Gowariker shared his enthusiasm, stating, “Adi Shankaracharya was a remarkable figure in Indian history, and his teachings continue to resonate with people around the world.
- 9/22/2023
- by Editorial Desk
Mumbai, Sep 20 (Ians) Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowarikar, who is the part of diverse star cast of upcoming series ‘Kaala Paani’, which is set to release on October 18, called it an “intriguing project.”
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold.
The makers announced the release date of ‘Kaala Paani’ on Wednesday.
Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, ‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey to Andaman Nicobar Islands.
But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Talking about his association with the series, Ashutosh said:...
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold.
The makers announced the release date of ‘Kaala Paani’ on Wednesday.
Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, ‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey to Andaman Nicobar Islands.
But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Talking about his association with the series, Ashutosh said:...
- 9/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Sep 20 (Ians) Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowarikar, who is the part of diverse star cast of upcoming series ‘Kaala Paani’, which is set to release on October 18, called it an “intriguing project.”
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold.
The makers announced the release date of ‘Kaala Paani’ on Wednesday.
Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, ‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey to Andaman Nicobar Islands.
But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Talking about his association with the series, Ashutosh said:...
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold.
The makers announced the release date of ‘Kaala Paani’ on Wednesday.
Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, ‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey to Andaman Nicobar Islands.
But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Talking about his association with the series, Ashutosh said:...
- 9/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold. Netflix today announced the release date of its upcoming series, ‘Kaala Paani’ – where alliances stand to shift, and secrets are bound to unravel when one’s survival is at stake.
Kaala Paani is all set to premiere on Netflix on October 18, 2023. Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena & Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring the immensely talented Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, Kaala Paani will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman Nicobar Islands. But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Kaala Paani is all set to premiere on Netflix on October 18, 2023. Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena & Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring the immensely talented Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, Kaala Paani will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman Nicobar Islands. But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
- 9/20/2023
- by Editorial Desk
Beyond the sparkling blue waters and glistening golden sands of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, an enthralling story of survival is set to unfold. Netflix today announced the release date of its upcoming series, ‘Kaala Paani’ – where alliances stand to shift, and secrets are bound to unravel when one’s survival is at stake.
Kaala Paani is all set to premiere on Netflix on October 18, 2023. Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena & Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring the immensely talented Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, Kaala Paani will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman Nicobar Islands. But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
Kaala Paani is all set to premiere on Netflix on October 18, 2023. Helmed by Posham Pa Pictures, the series is directed by Sameer Saxena & Amit Golani and is written by Biswapati Sarkar, Amit Golani, Sandeep Saket and Nimisha Misra.
Starring the immensely talented Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker and Amey Wagh, Kaala Paani will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman Nicobar Islands. But everything is not all smooth sailing on this island – chaos ensues as social order crumbles, leaving its inhabitants trapped and isolated from the outside world.
- 9/20/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix has released the teaser for its upcoming original series Kaala Paani, which is set to premiere on 18th October. The series is a survival drama that follows the lives of eight strangers who are stranded on a remote island in the Andaman & Nicobar archipelago after a plane crash. The series promises to be a gripping and thrilling adventure that will test the limits of human endurance and morality.
The teaser gives a glimpse of the stunning visuals and the intense situations that the characters face on the island. From wild animals and natural disasters to hunger and thirst, the island poses various challenges and dangers that threaten their survival. The teaser also hints at the secrets and conflicts that emerge among the group, as they struggle to cope with their situation and each other.
Kaala Paani Teaser
Kaala Paani is created by Sameer Saxena, who is also the showrunner and one of the directors.
The teaser gives a glimpse of the stunning visuals and the intense situations that the characters face on the island. From wild animals and natural disasters to hunger and thirst, the island poses various challenges and dangers that threaten their survival. The teaser also hints at the secrets and conflicts that emerge among the group, as they struggle to cope with their situation and each other.
Kaala Paani Teaser
Kaala Paani is created by Sameer Saxena, who is also the showrunner and one of the directors.
- 9/20/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Nitin Chandrakant Desai, the Indian production designer best known for his work on the Oscar-nominated “Lagaan” (2001) and BAFTA-nominated “Devdas” (2002), was found dead Aug. 2 at his studio in Karjat, near Bollywood capital Mumbai. He was 57.
According to Indian news agency Pti, local police suspect that Desai allegedly died of suicide, though they are investigating further.
During his distinguished career, Desai worked with Mira Nair on the Oscar-nominated “Salaam Bombay” (1988) and “Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love” (1996). He also worked with several leading Bollywood filmmakers including Vidhu Vinod Chopra on “Parinda” (1989) and “1942: A Love Story” (1993); Sanjay Leela Bhansali on “Khamoshi: The Musical” (1995), “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam” (1999) and “Devdas” (2002); Ashutosh Gowariker on “Lagaan” (2001) and “Jodhaa Akbar” (2008); and Rajkumar Hirani on the “Munna Bhai” franchise. He also designed the “Slumdog Millionaire” (2008) set for “Kaun Banega Crorepati?,” the Indian version of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?”
In 2003, Desai produced “Desh Devi Maa...
According to Indian news agency Pti, local police suspect that Desai allegedly died of suicide, though they are investigating further.
During his distinguished career, Desai worked with Mira Nair on the Oscar-nominated “Salaam Bombay” (1988) and “Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love” (1996). He also worked with several leading Bollywood filmmakers including Vidhu Vinod Chopra on “Parinda” (1989) and “1942: A Love Story” (1993); Sanjay Leela Bhansali on “Khamoshi: The Musical” (1995), “Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam” (1999) and “Devdas” (2002); Ashutosh Gowariker on “Lagaan” (2001) and “Jodhaa Akbar” (2008); and Rajkumar Hirani on the “Munna Bhai” franchise. He also designed the “Slumdog Millionaire” (2008) set for “Kaun Banega Crorepati?,” the Indian version of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?”
In 2003, Desai produced “Desh Devi Maa...
- 8/2/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Renowned filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker says he is in shock after learning about the death of art director Nitin Desai, who worked with him on the sets of his magnum opuses ‘Lagaan’ and ‘Jodhaa Akhbar’,
Desai was found hanging in a case of suspected suicide at his N.D. Studios here, early on Wednesday, official sources said.
On his way to Karjat, Gowarikar spoke to Ians about Desai’s untimely death.
He said: “Stunned. Shocked. No words. On the way to Nd Studios, Karjat.”
The Karjat Police rushed to his studio for investigations and the cause of the suicide was not clear.
The end came just three days before Desai’s 58th birthday on Sunday (August 6), even as top Bollywood personalities mourned his sudden demise.
Police were attempting to verify if he has left behind any suicide note at the studio or any other location.
Among the top-rung art directors of Bollywood,...
Desai was found hanging in a case of suspected suicide at his N.D. Studios here, early on Wednesday, official sources said.
On his way to Karjat, Gowarikar spoke to Ians about Desai’s untimely death.
He said: “Stunned. Shocked. No words. On the way to Nd Studios, Karjat.”
The Karjat Police rushed to his studio for investigations and the cause of the suicide was not clear.
The end came just three days before Desai’s 58th birthday on Sunday (August 6), even as top Bollywood personalities mourned his sudden demise.
Police were attempting to verify if he has left behind any suicide note at the studio or any other location.
Among the top-rung art directors of Bollywood,...
- 8/2/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Behind every powerful story lies the masterful penmanship of talented writers. In the entertainment world, some extraordinary individuals have emerged from humble beginnings in small towns, capturing hearts and leaving an indelible impact on audiences worldwide.
Here is a list of seven small-town writers and their inspiring journeys of soaring to great heights.
Sudip Sharma
Born in Guwahati, Sudip pursued an Mba from Iim-Ahmedabad in 2002. He then moved to Mumbai and joined major Fmcg companies. However, his passion for screenwriting led him to explore this field further, and after writing a short film in 2006, he immersed himself in learning the craft.
In 2014, Sharma made his mark in feature screenwriting with the gripping thriller ‘NH10’, drawing inspiration from real-life honor killing cases. Continuing his success, Sudip collaborated with director Abhishek Chaubey, writing the dialogues and screenplay for the crime drama ‘Udta Punjab’ and ‘Sonchiriya’. Recently, he co-wrote and created ‘Kohrra’, featuring Barun Sobti and Harleen Sethi,...
Here is a list of seven small-town writers and their inspiring journeys of soaring to great heights.
Sudip Sharma
Born in Guwahati, Sudip pursued an Mba from Iim-Ahmedabad in 2002. He then moved to Mumbai and joined major Fmcg companies. However, his passion for screenwriting led him to explore this field further, and after writing a short film in 2006, he immersed himself in learning the craft.
In 2014, Sharma made his mark in feature screenwriting with the gripping thriller ‘NH10’, drawing inspiration from real-life honor killing cases. Continuing his success, Sudip collaborated with director Abhishek Chaubey, writing the dialogues and screenplay for the crime drama ‘Udta Punjab’ and ‘Sonchiriya’. Recently, he co-wrote and created ‘Kohrra’, featuring Barun Sobti and Harleen Sethi,...
- 8/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Zeenat Aman took to her Instagram on Wednesday and left fans in awe of her. This time she shared a throwback image of another eternal Bollywood beauty, Rekha and told her fans about the bond she shares with her.
Zeenat called Rekha that friend whom one may not stay constantly in touch with but the moment when you bump into them, hours pass chatting.
The image with a sepia tone features the two actresses sharing a camaraderie as Rekha can be seen with her arms entangled with Zeenat’s, and hiding her face. WhileZeenat is seen donning a dress, Rekha exudes elegance in a saree.
The actress wrote in the caption: “Years will go by without us exchanging a word, then we’ll bump into each other on a flight or at the nursery and spend a few hours sharing uninhibited life updates. Anyone else have a friend like that?...
Zeenat called Rekha that friend whom one may not stay constantly in touch with but the moment when you bump into them, hours pass chatting.
The image with a sepia tone features the two actresses sharing a camaraderie as Rekha can be seen with her arms entangled with Zeenat’s, and hiding her face. WhileZeenat is seen donning a dress, Rekha exudes elegance in a saree.
The actress wrote in the caption: “Years will go by without us exchanging a word, then we’ll bump into each other on a flight or at the nursery and spend a few hours sharing uninhibited life updates. Anyone else have a friend like that?...
- 7/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix has announced its new original series ‘Kaala Paani’, a survival drama set in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The series stars filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker in a pivotal role, and also features Mona Singh, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel, and others.
‘Kaala Paani’ is a first-of-its-kind survival drama that explores the question of how far one would go to survive. The series is expected to release on Netflix in 2024.
Ashutosh Gowariker
Gowariker, who is best known for his films like ‘Lagaan’, ‘Swades’, and ‘Jodhaa Akbar’, said he was thrilled to be a part of the series. “I have always been fascinated by the stories of survival and how people overcome extreme situations with their sheer will power and determination,” he said.
The series is co-created by Sameer Saxena, who also serves as the showrunner and co-director. Saxena said he wanted to create a series that would appeal to a wide range...
‘Kaala Paani’ is a first-of-its-kind survival drama that explores the question of how far one would go to survive. The series is expected to release on Netflix in 2024.
Ashutosh Gowariker
Gowariker, who is best known for his films like ‘Lagaan’, ‘Swades’, and ‘Jodhaa Akbar’, said he was thrilled to be a part of the series. “I have always been fascinated by the stories of survival and how people overcome extreme situations with their sheer will power and determination,” he said.
The series is co-created by Sameer Saxena, who also serves as the showrunner and co-director. Saxena said he wanted to create a series that would appeal to a wide range...
- 7/15/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
The makers on Friday announced a survival drama titled ‘Kaala Patni’, starring Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani.
‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
A grounded story about the fight for survival, the series questions audiences on how far they would go to survive.
Talking about the announcement, show runner Sameer said: “Kaala Paani is a fresh and uncharted genre in Indian storytelling. The series is a survival drama featuring an ensemble of characters who are all trying to escape the wrath of nature, as the vast sea confines them for thousands of kilometres. In this invisible battle between humans and nature, these individuals discover that their destinies are intertwined, not just with each other, but also with the environment.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “At Netflix we...
‘Kaala Paani’ will have audiences embark on a journey through the salty seas and ocean breeze of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
A grounded story about the fight for survival, the series questions audiences on how far they would go to survive.
Talking about the announcement, show runner Sameer said: “Kaala Paani is a fresh and uncharted genre in Indian storytelling. The series is a survival drama featuring an ensemble of characters who are all trying to escape the wrath of nature, as the vast sea confines them for thousands of kilometres. In this invisible battle between humans and nature, these individuals discover that their destinies are intertwined, not just with each other, but also with the environment.”
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India said: “At Netflix we...
- 7/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
When Anil Sharma’s Gadar: Ek Prem Katha was released 22 years ago on the same day as Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan, it was dismissed even before Day 1 as the less appealing film. Lagaan was far more sophisticated and it had Aamir Khan in the lead.
But Gadar with Sunny Deol at his seething summit, went on to become a bigger success than Lagaan in spite of all odds.
22 years later as it comes to us with enhanced sound and visual quality it is not difficult to see why Gadar scored over Lagaan. It is a persuasively dramatic film filled with sound and fury signifying many deeprooted links between the cinema of nationalism and the excitable public.
Gadar: Ek Prem Katha is a mammoth pre-Partition melodrama where Sunny Deol sets off across the border to bring his wife Ameesha Patel back from Pakistan. It is actually inspired by a 1999 superhit Punjabi...
But Gadar with Sunny Deol at his seething summit, went on to become a bigger success than Lagaan in spite of all odds.
22 years later as it comes to us with enhanced sound and visual quality it is not difficult to see why Gadar scored over Lagaan. It is a persuasively dramatic film filled with sound and fury signifying many deeprooted links between the cinema of nationalism and the excitable public.
Gadar: Ek Prem Katha is a mammoth pre-Partition melodrama where Sunny Deol sets off across the border to bring his wife Ameesha Patel back from Pakistan. It is actually inspired by a 1999 superhit Punjabi...
- 6/11/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
ControversyThe ad, which uses the character Kachra from Lagaan to symbolically represent garbage that can be recycled into everyday objects, was taken down by Zomato on June 8.Aditya Lakhia as 'Kachra' in the Zomato ad / YouTubeFacing criticism on the internet for its recent marketing campaign titled 'Recycling Kachra’, popular online food delivery platform Zomato has taken down the advertisement from YouTube and other social media platforms. The campaign featured actor Aditya Lakhia, known for his portrayal of 'Kachra' in Ashutosh Gowariker's Hindi film Lagaan (2001), and drew backlash for allegedly dehumanising the Dalit character. In the ad, Zomato used the character of Kachra, whose name translates to waste, to symbolically represent him as garbage that can be recycled into everyday objects. The commercial depicts him as a human table, hand towel, lamp, flower pot, paper, paperweight, watering can, and various types of jackets. Following the release of the ad on Monday,...
- 6/8/2023
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
In the world of Indian cinema, there are many actors and actresses who have made a name for themselves through their dedication, hard work, and immense talent. One such actor who has been steadily making a mark in the industry is Sikandar Kher. Born to Bollywood veterans Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher, Sikandar has been making waves with his strong performances and impressive acting skills. This article aims to provide a comprehensive look at the life, career, and achievements of this rising star.
Early Life and Family Background
Sikandar Kher was born on October 31, 1981, in Mumbai, India. He is the son of acclaimed actors Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher. His parents both have long and illustrious careers in the Indian film industry, which must have influenced Sikandar’s decision to follow in their footsteps. He has a younger brother, Sean Kher. Sikandar’s parents separated when he was quite young,...
Early Life and Family Background
Sikandar Kher was born on October 31, 1981, in Mumbai, India. He is the son of acclaimed actors Anupam Kher and Kirron Kher. His parents both have long and illustrious careers in the Indian film industry, which must have influenced Sikandar’s decision to follow in their footsteps. He has a younger brother, Sean Kher. Sikandar’s parents separated when he was quite young,...
- 4/17/2023
- by Movies Martin Cid Magazine
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
Actor Mohit Anand, who was last seen in ‘Panipat’ as Sanjay Dutt’s son, next will be seen in Aditya Roy Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur starrer criminal thriller ‘Gumraah’, helmed by director Vardhan Ketkar, shared his working experience with the Bollywood actor in the film.
Sharing his working experience with Aditya and others, Mohit said: “I missed the opportunity to work with Mrunal and Ronit sir on this project. I hope I get to work with them soon! All my scenes in the film are with Aditya and I can go on about how cool that guy is. Being the star he is, Aditya never made my input look minuscule, in fact, he added to it and made them look better.
“I remember one of my scenes in the film was just a line but Aditya being the ‘yaaron ka yaar’ I mentioned earlier, discussed this (graph of the scene...
Sharing his working experience with Aditya and others, Mohit said: “I missed the opportunity to work with Mrunal and Ronit sir on this project. I hope I get to work with them soon! All my scenes in the film are with Aditya and I can go on about how cool that guy is. Being the star he is, Aditya never made my input look minuscule, in fact, he added to it and made them look better.
“I remember one of my scenes in the film was just a line but Aditya being the ‘yaaron ka yaar’ I mentioned earlier, discussed this (graph of the scene...
- 3/6/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Ahead of its much-awaited theatrical release across India, the makers of India’s Official Entry to the Oscars Last Film Show (Chhello Show) hosted a star-studded premiere of the film in Mumbai.
The event witnessed a turn-out of the biggest names in Bollywood who unanimously appreciated the film. Once the screening ended, the celebrities were so moved by director Pan Nalin’s cinematic gem that they gave it a standing ovation which went on for long, long time!
Personalities like Deepika Padukone, Kiara Advani, Vidya Balan, Mira Nair, Aditya Roy Kapur, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Sunny Kaushal, Sarvari Wagh, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Babil Khan, Kirti Kulhari, Rasika Dugal, Jaaved Jaaferi, Prateik Babbar, Aparshakti Khurana, Vikramaditya Motwane, Nikkhil Advani, Chitrangada Singh, Ramesh Taurani, Madhur Bhandarkar, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Mahima Makwana, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Anushka Ranjan, Ashutosh Gowariker, Ranveer Allahbadia, Parmeet Sethi, Rajat Barmecha, Namit Das, Mayur Puri, Amrita Puri, Pashmina Roshan, Rohit Saraf,...
The event witnessed a turn-out of the biggest names in Bollywood who unanimously appreciated the film. Once the screening ended, the celebrities were so moved by director Pan Nalin’s cinematic gem that they gave it a standing ovation which went on for long, long time!
Personalities like Deepika Padukone, Kiara Advani, Vidya Balan, Mira Nair, Aditya Roy Kapur, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Sunny Kaushal, Sarvari Wagh, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Babil Khan, Kirti Kulhari, Rasika Dugal, Jaaved Jaaferi, Prateik Babbar, Aparshakti Khurana, Vikramaditya Motwane, Nikkhil Advani, Chitrangada Singh, Ramesh Taurani, Madhur Bhandarkar, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Mahima Makwana, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Anushka Ranjan, Ashutosh Gowariker, Ranveer Allahbadia, Parmeet Sethi, Rajat Barmecha, Namit Das, Mayur Puri, Amrita Puri, Pashmina Roshan, Rohit Saraf,...
- 10/13/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Twenty-three Indian filmmakers are set to come together to launch and mentor new talent in the entertainment sphere. These filmmakers include the bigwigs of Indian cinema like Rajkumar Hirani, Rohit Shetty, Sukumar, Ashutosh Gowariker, Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Gauri Shinde and R. Balki, Aanand L Rai, Anees Bazmee, A.R. Murugadoss, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitish Tiwari.
The initiative called the ‘Newcomers’ was launched by producer Mahaveer Jain and Jio Studios in its 2022 edition of Ficci Frames on Wednesday in Mumbai.
Talking about the same, Mahaveer Jain who conceived this idea along with Jyoti Deshpande, Chairperson Ficci Media and Entertainment Committee and CEO, Viacom 18, said in a statement, “It’s our humble attempt to give back to the industry, by providing a platform to new actors, writers, directors, music talent and a wide range of technicians in this landscape. Together, we will work to build our tomorrow.”
The list also includes filmmakers like Ram Madhvani,...
The initiative called the ‘Newcomers’ was launched by producer Mahaveer Jain and Jio Studios in its 2022 edition of Ficci Frames on Wednesday in Mumbai.
Talking about the same, Mahaveer Jain who conceived this idea along with Jyoti Deshpande, Chairperson Ficci Media and Entertainment Committee and CEO, Viacom 18, said in a statement, “It’s our humble attempt to give back to the industry, by providing a platform to new actors, writers, directors, music talent and a wide range of technicians in this landscape. Together, we will work to build our tomorrow.”
The list also includes filmmakers like Ram Madhvani,...
- 9/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Keep track of all the submissions for best international feature at the 2023 Academy Awards.
Entries for the 2023 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
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An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between January 1, 2022 and November 30, 2022. The deadline for submissions to the Academy is October 3, 2022.
A shortlist of 15 finalists is...
Entries for the 2023 Oscar for best international feature are underway, and Screen is profiling each one on this page.
Scroll down for profiles of each Oscar entry
An international feature film is defined as a feature-length motion picture produced outside the US with a predominantly (more than 50) non-English dialogue track and can include animated and documentary features.
Submitted films must have been released theatrically in their respective countries between January 1, 2022 and November 30, 2022. The deadline for submissions to the Academy is October 3, 2022.
A shortlist of 15 finalists is...
- 9/21/2022
- by Screen staff
- ScreenDaily
S.S. Rajamouli has quickly become something of a household name in the last few months, thanks to the sudden success of his enormous — and enormously entertaining — "Rrr," a sprawling three-hour action epic that features fights, gun battles, wild animal attacks, superhuman feats of strength and stamina, and more than a few upbeat dance numbers. Very occasionally, an American audience will discover the awesomeness of Indian cinema — the author is old enough to recall the stateside stir caused by Ashutosh Gowariker's "Lagaan" back in 2005 — and those in the know are happy to share their enthusiasm. Perhaps the success of "Rrr" will lead audiences...
The post The Real-Life Inspirations Behind the Characters in Rrr appeared first on /Film.
The post The Real-Life Inspirations Behind the Characters in Rrr appeared first on /Film.
- 6/24/2022
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
‘Toolsidas Junior’, the sports drama set in 1994, brings together the late Rajiv Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt. While the film remains special for many reasons, the biggest for the entire team including Sanjay Dutt remains that ‘Toolsidas Junior’ was Rajiv Kapoor’s last film. With ‘Toolsidas Junior’ Ashutosh Gowariker and producer Bhushan Kumar join hands to […]...
- 4/11/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
MarriageFarhan was dressed in a black tuxedo, while Shibani stuck to a traditional red-and-cream wedding outfit.IANSTwitter /Ani One of Bollywood's foremost talents, Farhan Akhtar, got married to his long-time girlfriend, reality show host Shibani Dandekar, on Saturday, February 19 at Javed Akhtar's Sukun farmhouse in Khandala on the outskirts of Mumbai. Javed Akhtar, Farhan's father, read out a poem that he had especially composed for this occasion. Farhan was dressed in a black tuxedo, while Shibani stuck to a traditional red-and-cream wedding outfit. They read out vows they had written themselves. The guest list at this close-knit celebration included his Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara co-star Hrithik Roshan, musical trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, director-choreographer Farah Khan (who's also Farhan's first cousin), directors Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Ashutosh Gowariker, and the couple's close friend, Rhea Chakraborty, who came along with her brother, Shouwik. On the night before the wedding, Shibani's sister, VJ Anusha Dandekar,...
- 2/19/2022
- by LukeKoshi
- The News Minute
„Panchayat”, the Indian comedy-drama series streaming on Amazon Prime directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, is surprisingly witty and amusing. You don’t need a lot of free time to watch it, as it conists of eight brief 30-min episodes. They form a linear story altogether, but each of them is a standalone anecdote, so you can take small doses.
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The title, referring to a specific Indian form of local government, rightly suggests a rural backdrop. Abishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar), a city boy, and a fresh university graduate, tired of staying idle at home (and also lacking better job offers), accepts a safe, but also miserably paid government clerical position in Uttar Pradesh Phulera village. However, his aspirations reach far beyond being a secretary at the panchayat office. He dreams of an Mba career (read: prestige and money), but before that, he has to prepare for a demanding exam for candidates.
on Amazon
The title, referring to a specific Indian form of local government, rightly suggests a rural backdrop. Abishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar), a city boy, and a fresh university graduate, tired of staying idle at home (and also lacking better job offers), accepts a safe, but also miserably paid government clerical position in Uttar Pradesh Phulera village. However, his aspirations reach far beyond being a secretary at the panchayat office. He dreams of an Mba career (read: prestige and money), but before that, he has to prepare for a demanding exam for candidates.
- 1/29/2022
- by Joanna Kończak
- AsianMoviePulse
Films which centre around team sports have long been a staple of popular cinema. Often the sport in question is an integral part of the story being told, these films making good use of a sporting event as a way to actualise the drama. Escape to Victory is a strange and wonderful example of this, with its well known (and slightly ridiculous) football game which closes the film. Over the years we’ve seen films such as Raging Bull, The Color of Money and A League of Their Own all using the inherent passion and spectacle to their narrative advantage.
As can be seen in some of those examples already mentioned, real life has inspired many a sporting cinematic outing, with Fighting with My Family, the magnificent I, Tonya, Ron Howard’s Rush and Michael Mann’s Ali being fairly recent examples of this. We are fixated by the people behind the achievement,...
As can be seen in some of those examples already mentioned, real life has inspired many a sporting cinematic outing, with Fighting with My Family, the magnificent I, Tonya, Ron Howard’s Rush and Michael Mann’s Ali being fairly recent examples of this. We are fixated by the people behind the achievement,...
- 1/21/2022
- by Michael Walsh
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Kabir Khan’s ’83 recreating the events leading up to India’s victory in the cricket World Cup Series is one of the most talked-about films in recent times. Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone who play legendary cricketer Kapil Dev and his wife Romi are hoping to leap one-up on their hat-trick of Bhansali-helmed superhits—Ram Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat. Will 83 break the records of Ranveer-Deepika’s earlier blockbusters? Here’s why 83 is one of the eagerly awaited films of the year.
1. It is cricket. It’s religion in India. Not since Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan has a film on cricket been so eagerly awaited by the movie-going public. As director Kabir Khan said , this is the proudest film he has made to date. Coming from the director of Kabul Express, New York, Ek Tha Tiger and Bajrangi Bhaijaan, ’83 being the most special film of his career is truly a confession worth underlining.
1. It is cricket. It’s religion in India. Not since Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan has a film on cricket been so eagerly awaited by the movie-going public. As director Kabir Khan said , this is the proudest film he has made to date. Coming from the director of Kabul Express, New York, Ek Tha Tiger and Bajrangi Bhaijaan, ’83 being the most special film of his career is truly a confession worth underlining.
- 12/21/2021
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Farhan Akhtar Returns to Direction With ‘Jee Le Zaraa,’ as Excel Turns 20, Reveals Slate (Exclusive)
Indian filmmaker, singer and actor Farhan Akhtar is returning to direction after a decade with feature film “Jee Le Zaraa,” starring Bollywood A-listers Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Katrina Kaif and Alia Bhatt.
The film is due to start shooting in Sept. 2022. “It’s a road film, a slice-of-life film, with three women on the road,” Akhtar tells Variety. The film is written by Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti and co-produced by Tiger Baby Productions.
Akhtar and his business partner Ritesh Sidhwani run Excel Entertainment, one of India’s most successful production houses, which turns 20 on Tuesday.
Excel is currently celebrating the success of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s boxing drama “Toofaan,” starring Akhtar, streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and has a robust slate lined up. Besides “Jee Le Zaraa,” the feature film slate includes action crime thriller “Yudhra,” directed by Ravi Udyawar (“Mom”), starring Siddhant Chaturvedi (“Gully Boy”) and Malavika Mohanan...
The film is due to start shooting in Sept. 2022. “It’s a road film, a slice-of-life film, with three women on the road,” Akhtar tells Variety. The film is written by Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti and co-produced by Tiger Baby Productions.
Akhtar and his business partner Ritesh Sidhwani run Excel Entertainment, one of India’s most successful production houses, which turns 20 on Tuesday.
Excel is currently celebrating the success of Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s boxing drama “Toofaan,” starring Akhtar, streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and has a robust slate lined up. Besides “Jee Le Zaraa,” the feature film slate includes action crime thriller “Yudhra,” directed by Ravi Udyawar (“Mom”), starring Siddhant Chaturvedi (“Gully Boy”) and Malavika Mohanan...
- 8/10/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker feels the global attention his Oscar-nominated film "Lagaan" had garnered is something that cannot be made-to-order. The feature film, which was only the third official entry from India to make the cut in the Best Foreign Language Film category at the Academy Awards, completed 20 years of release on June 15. Over the past two decades, the universal appeal of the Aamir Khan-starrer has only grown.
Gowariker feels that no storyteller can craft a story aiming to reach a global platform. It has to be a story told from the heart. "Cinema cannot be made to order," he said.
Ashutosh adds, "It can be made to order only for commercial success. You can construct a script and know that you can put these elements and them some amount of success is guaranteed. That is made to order, but you cannot make to order a film that will become global in its theme.
Gowariker feels that no storyteller can craft a story aiming to reach a global platform. It has to be a story told from the heart. "Cinema cannot be made to order," he said.
Ashutosh adds, "It can be made to order only for commercial success. You can construct a script and know that you can put these elements and them some amount of success is guaranteed. That is made to order, but you cannot make to order a film that will become global in its theme.
- 6/16/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Today, Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India, completes 20 glorious years since it launched and made cinema history. Lagaan, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and produced by Aamir Khan, was a remarkable film in innumerable ways.
As Lagaan completes two decades, Netflix, Aamir Khan Productions and Ashutosh Gowariker will come together to celebrate this historic moment in Indian cinema through a celebratory reunion which will feature the team of Lagaan.
Lagaan, an ode to team spirit, was the one of the three Indian films to be nominated in the Best Foreign Language category at the 74th Academy Awards and received widespread critical and commercial acclaim.
Talking about the tremendous journey of Lagaan, Aamir Khan said, “We broke our backs while making Lagaan, but our hearts were full of joy. Lagaan has showered us all with so much love. I am so grateful to all my fellow travellers on this magical journey.
As Lagaan completes two decades, Netflix, Aamir Khan Productions and Ashutosh Gowariker will come together to celebrate this historic moment in Indian cinema through a celebratory reunion which will feature the team of Lagaan.
Lagaan, an ode to team spirit, was the one of the three Indian films to be nominated in the Best Foreign Language category at the 74th Academy Awards and received widespread critical and commercial acclaim.
Talking about the tremendous journey of Lagaan, Aamir Khan said, “We broke our backs while making Lagaan, but our hearts were full of joy. Lagaan has showered us all with so much love. I am so grateful to all my fellow travellers on this magical journey.
- 6/15/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Kriti Sanon will play diverse characters in upcoming films such as "Bhediya", "Mimi" and "Adipurush". She feels now she is in a position to try something different and challenging.
"When you establish yourself a bit and people are liking you and the film is doing the numbers that you want to do, it gives you confidence to take up something challenging. I feel as an actor you also get bored repeating yourself and the audience also gets bored seeing you in same kinds of films. Yes, there is a deliberate attempt to try do something different and not repeat yourself," informs Kriti.
She adds, "I have also been lucky enough to have liked scripts that belong to different genres. If tomorrow there are two horror comedies I am loving, I would do both. It is a nice feeling for me to do something different and not repeat myself."
The actress,...
"When you establish yourself a bit and people are liking you and the film is doing the numbers that you want to do, it gives you confidence to take up something challenging. I feel as an actor you also get bored repeating yourself and the audience also gets bored seeing you in same kinds of films. Yes, there is a deliberate attempt to try do something different and not repeat yourself," informs Kriti.
She adds, "I have also been lucky enough to have liked scripts that belong to different genres. If tomorrow there are two horror comedies I am loving, I would do both. It is a nice feeling for me to do something different and not repeat myself."
The actress,...
- 3/21/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
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