Indian actor Vipin Sharma is earning global acclaim for playing a trans character in Dev Patel’s feature directorial debut “Monkey Man.”
Sharma plays Alpha, the leader of a trans community known in India as hijras, who is instrumental in providing a new lease on life to Patel’s character when he’s down and out in “Monkey Man.”
Aamir Khan’s “Taare Zameen Par” (2007) was Sharma’s breakthrough role, and since then he has won plaudits for “Paan Singh Tomar,” “Gangs of Wasseypur” and “Shahid” (all 2012), “Raanjhanaa” (2013), “Raman Raghav 2.0” (2016), “Paatal Lok” (2020) and “Dear Jassi” (2023).
When director Anthony Maras offered Sharma a role in “Hotel Mumbai” (2018), starring Patel, the actor accepted. “He said, ‘It’s not a very big part, but it’s a very interesting part.’ I immediately took it because it was going to make me meet Dev who I really wanted to meet,” Sharma tells Variety.
Sharma plays Alpha, the leader of a trans community known in India as hijras, who is instrumental in providing a new lease on life to Patel’s character when he’s down and out in “Monkey Man.”
Aamir Khan’s “Taare Zameen Par” (2007) was Sharma’s breakthrough role, and since then he has won plaudits for “Paan Singh Tomar,” “Gangs of Wasseypur” and “Shahid” (all 2012), “Raanjhanaa” (2013), “Raman Raghav 2.0” (2016), “Paatal Lok” (2020) and “Dear Jassi” (2023).
When director Anthony Maras offered Sharma a role in “Hotel Mumbai” (2018), starring Patel, the actor accepted. “He said, ‘It’s not a very big part, but it’s a very interesting part.’ I immediately took it because it was going to make me meet Dev who I really wanted to meet,” Sharma tells Variety.
- 4/9/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Holi Excitement Builds Up: With the festival of colors, Holi, around the corner, excitement is palpable. For those not keen on playing with colors, enjoying movies can be a great alternative. Here are some Bollywood films to watch on Holi that offer entertainment alongside the vibrant hues.
“Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani”
Celebrate Holi with Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone’s film “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.” This movie boasts several lively songs and a romantic love story that will brighten up your day.
“Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela”
Another excellent choice for Holi viewing is “Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela,” starring Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. The sizzling chemistry between the leads ensures you won’t be bored this Holi.
“Kabir Singh”
No Holi celebration is complete without reminiscing about the iconic scene from “Kabir Singh.” Enjoy Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani’s film for a dose of entertainment this festive season.
“Padmaavat...
“Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani”
Celebrate Holi with Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone’s film “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.” This movie boasts several lively songs and a romantic love story that will brighten up your day.
“Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela”
Another excellent choice for Holi viewing is “Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela,” starring Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh. The sizzling chemistry between the leads ensures you won’t be bored this Holi.
“Kabir Singh”
No Holi celebration is complete without reminiscing about the iconic scene from “Kabir Singh.” Enjoy Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani’s film for a dose of entertainment this festive season.
“Padmaavat...
- 3/23/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
New Delhi, Feb 4 (Ians) The Indian diaspora spread all over the world has mostly stayed connected to its roots. And one of the institutions that keeps this connection alive is Indian cinema. These films could be in Hindi or in any of the South Indian languages.
The Indian film market is spread far and wide, but Indian films also have to conform to the local culture and sensibilities, mainly of the religious kind. We do not make films that are against any other country or its culture, but when it comes to religious sentiments, considering the mixed population we have, Indian films feature characters from different religious backgrounds. Yet, Indian films cannot always please all people.
Almost all countries exhibiting films have their own censorship bodies. It is also not uncommon for them to occasionally ban films from theatrical release. The reason could be a vulgarity, nudity or religious sentiments being hurt.
The Indian film market is spread far and wide, but Indian films also have to conform to the local culture and sensibilities, mainly of the religious kind. We do not make films that are against any other country or its culture, but when it comes to religious sentiments, considering the mixed population we have, Indian films feature characters from different religious backgrounds. Yet, Indian films cannot always please all people.
Almost all countries exhibiting films have their own censorship bodies. It is also not uncommon for them to occasionally ban films from theatrical release. The reason could be a vulgarity, nudity or religious sentiments being hurt.
- 2/4/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Sonam Kapoor, who is known for her work in ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo’, ‘Raanjhanaa’, ‘Neerja’, ‘Aisha’ and others, has strong affinity towards handmade clothing, and likes to buy items that are “made by local artisans, are vintage, and even resold.”
Sonam is one of the most influential voices in fashion globally and has attended the Cannes Film Festival as a fashion icon.
Elaborating on her purchasing habits with regard to fashion and clothing, the actress said: “To me, having a product with longevity is luxury. Back in the day, my mother and grandmother would preserve expensive saris in a mal mal (muslin) cloth, masterji (tailor) would create made-to-measure outfits, juttis (shoes) would be created to fit our feet. I’m also doing the same. So, you see, I grew up appreciating the value of personalisation and the handmade. This to me is true luxury. I consciously buy items that are made by local artisans,...
Sonam is one of the most influential voices in fashion globally and has attended the Cannes Film Festival as a fashion icon.
Elaborating on her purchasing habits with regard to fashion and clothing, the actress said: “To me, having a product with longevity is luxury. Back in the day, my mother and grandmother would preserve expensive saris in a mal mal (muslin) cloth, masterji (tailor) would create made-to-measure outfits, juttis (shoes) would be created to fit our feet. I’m also doing the same. So, you see, I grew up appreciating the value of personalisation and the handmade. This to me is true luxury. I consciously buy items that are made by local artisans,...
- 11/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Sonam Kapoor, who is known for her work in ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo’, ‘Raanjhanaa’, ‘Neerja’, ‘Aisha’ and others, has strong affinity towards handmade clothing, and likes to buy items that are “made by local artisans, are vintage, and even resold.”
Sonam is one of the most influential voices in fashion globally and has attended the Cannes Film Festival as a fashion icon.
Elaborating on her purchasing habits with regard to fashion and clothing, the actress said: “To me, having a product with longevity is luxury. Back in the day, my mother and grandmother would preserve expensive saris in a mal mal (muslin) cloth, masterji (tailor) would create made-to-measure outfits, juttis (shoes) would be created to fit our feet. I’m also doing the same. So, you see, I grew up appreciating the value of personalisation and the handmade. This to me is true luxury. I consciously buy items that are made by local artisans,...
Sonam is one of the most influential voices in fashion globally and has attended the Cannes Film Festival as a fashion icon.
Elaborating on her purchasing habits with regard to fashion and clothing, the actress said: “To me, having a product with longevity is luxury. Back in the day, my mother and grandmother would preserve expensive saris in a mal mal (muslin) cloth, masterji (tailor) would create made-to-measure outfits, juttis (shoes) would be created to fit our feet. I’m also doing the same. So, you see, I grew up appreciating the value of personalisation and the handmade. This to me is true luxury. I consciously buy items that are made by local artisans,...
- 11/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja, who has delivered some iconic soundtracks in Indian cinema like ‘Nayakan’, ‘Sadma’, ‘Thevar Magan’, ‘Aa Raathri’ and several others, is getting a biopic. What’s more exciting is that Tamil superstar Dhanush will be portraying the legendary composer on screen.
The shooting for the yet-to-be-titled film is scheduled to start in October 2024 with the makers aiming for therelease of the film around mid-2025.
Ilaiyaraaja is one of the most prolific composers in a career spanning over forty-seven years, he has composed over 7,000 songs and provided film scores for over 1,000 films and apart from performing in over 20,000 concerts. He is nicknamed “Isaignani” (the musical sage) and often referred to as “Maestro”, the title conferred by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London. Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A. R. Rahman, too, started the aegis of Ilaiyaraaja. He was the protege of the maestro when he joined him in 1986.
Dhanush is...
The shooting for the yet-to-be-titled film is scheduled to start in October 2024 with the makers aiming for therelease of the film around mid-2025.
Ilaiyaraaja is one of the most prolific composers in a career spanning over forty-seven years, he has composed over 7,000 songs and provided film scores for over 1,000 films and apart from performing in over 20,000 concerts. He is nicknamed “Isaignani” (the musical sage) and often referred to as “Maestro”, the title conferred by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London. Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A. R. Rahman, too, started the aegis of Ilaiyaraaja. He was the protege of the maestro when he joined him in 1986.
Dhanush is...
- 11/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja, who has delivered some iconic soundtracks in Indian cinema like ‘Nayakan’, ‘Sadma’, ‘Thevar Magan’, ‘Aa Raathri’ and several others, is getting a biopic. What’s more exciting is that Tamil superstar Dhanush will be portraying the legendary composer on screen.
The shooting for the yet-to-be-titled film is scheduled to start in October 2024 with the makers aiming for therelease of the film around mid-2025.
Ilaiyaraaja is one of the most prolific composers in a career spanning over forty-seven years, he has composed over 7,000 songs and provided film scores for over 1,000 films and apart from performing in over 20,000 concerts. He is nicknamed “Isaignani” (the musical sage) and often referred to as “Maestro”, the title conferred by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London. Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A. R. Rahman, too, started the aegis of Ilaiyaraaja. He was the protege of the maestro when he joined him in 1986.
Dhanush is...
The shooting for the yet-to-be-titled film is scheduled to start in October 2024 with the makers aiming for therelease of the film around mid-2025.
Ilaiyaraaja is one of the most prolific composers in a career spanning over forty-seven years, he has composed over 7,000 songs and provided film scores for over 1,000 films and apart from performing in over 20,000 concerts. He is nicknamed “Isaignani” (the musical sage) and often referred to as “Maestro”, the title conferred by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London. Oscar and Grammy-winning composer A. R. Rahman, too, started the aegis of Ilaiyaraaja. He was the protege of the maestro when he joined him in 1986.
Dhanush is...
- 11/10/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The versatile actor and singer Dhanush has confirmed that he will be playing the role of the legendary music composer Illaiyaraaja in his biopic. This will be the first biopic for Dhanush, who has won many accolades for his performances in films like Asuran, Raanjhanaa, and Aadukalam.
The biopic will chronicle the life and career of Illaiyaraaja, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest Indian music composers of all time. Illaiyaraaja has composed over 7000 songs, scored music for more than 1000 films, and received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award in India.
The film will be produced by Connekkt Media, which is known for producing Mohanlal’s blockbuster Vrushabha, a historical drama based on the life of King Vrushabha of Kerala. The film will be directed by a renowned filmmaker, whose name is yet to be revealed. The film is expected to start...
The biopic will chronicle the life and career of Illaiyaraaja, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest Indian music composers of all time. Illaiyaraaja has composed over 7000 songs, scored music for more than 1000 films, and received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award in India.
The film will be produced by Connekkt Media, which is known for producing Mohanlal’s blockbuster Vrushabha, a historical drama based on the life of King Vrushabha of Kerala. The film will be directed by a renowned filmmaker, whose name is yet to be revealed. The film is expected to start...
- 10/31/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Mumbai, Oct 21 (Ians) Actor Ansh Duggal is all set to make his Bollywood debut with an entertaining romantic comedy ‘Nakhrewaalii’, and he is thrilled for this incredible journey, calling it a dream come true.
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
- 10/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 21 (Ians) Actor Ansh Duggal is all set to make his Bollywood debut with an entertaining romantic comedy ‘Nakhrewaalii’, and he is thrilled for this incredible journey, calling it a dream come true.
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
- 10/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Oct 21 (Ians) Actor Ansh Duggal is all set to make his Bollywood debut with an entertaining romantic comedy ‘Nakhrewaalii’, and he is thrilled for this incredible journey, calling it a dream come true.
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
Jio Studios and Aanand L. Rai’s production house, Colour Yellow Productions are all set for their latest project ‘Nakhrewaalii’ featuring Ansh in the lead role. Known for providing opportunities to emerging talent in the world of cinema, Colour Yellow Productions has chosen Ansh as the leading star of this exciting adventure.
Expressing his excitement about the project, Ansh said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to be making my acting debut with Anand sir and our director Rahul Shanklya.”
“It is truly a dream come true and I’m very much looking forward to this incredible journey. Today is the beginning of an exciting chapter in my life. With utmost gratitude, I’m ready to give it my all,...
- 10/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub is one actor who commands equal prowess in intense dramatic roles as well as his comic timing. Be it his razor sharp delivery as Murari Gupta in the Dhanush-starrer ‘Raanjhanaa’ or his heartbreakingly funny appearance in ‘Jannat 2’, the actor holds the pulse of timing and never misses a beat.
The actor revealed how he has been able to cultivate the perfect comic timing or what has shaped his sense of humour.
The actor said: “I feel your comic timing or your sense of humour, in totality, depends on your conditioning. I belong to a lower-middle class family, and was born and raised in Okhla village. Humour is the only thing which keeps us alive there and it is really important. So, you have to be really active and be participating in that form of humour. Otherwise, it would turn very suffocating”.
He further mentioned: “Of course,...
The actor revealed how he has been able to cultivate the perfect comic timing or what has shaped his sense of humour.
The actor said: “I feel your comic timing or your sense of humour, in totality, depends on your conditioning. I belong to a lower-middle class family, and was born and raised in Okhla village. Humour is the only thing which keeps us alive there and it is really important. So, you have to be really active and be participating in that form of humour. Otherwise, it would turn very suffocating”.
He further mentioned: “Of course,...
- 9/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub is one actor who commands equal prowess in intense dramatic roles as well as his comic timing. Be it his razor sharp delivery as Murari Gupta in the Dhanush-starrer ‘Raanjhanaa’ or his heartbreakingly funny appearance in ‘Jannat 2’, the actor holds the pulse of timing and never misses a beat.
The actor revealed how he has been able to cultivate the perfect comic timing or what has shaped his sense of humour.
The actor said: “I feel your comic timing or your sense of humour, in totality, depends on your conditioning. I belong to a lower-middle class family, and was born and raised in Okhla village. Humour is the only thing which keeps us alive there and it is really important. So, you have to be really active and be participating in that form of humour. Otherwise, it would turn very suffocating”.
He further mentioned: “Of course,...
The actor revealed how he has been able to cultivate the perfect comic timing or what has shaped his sense of humour.
The actor said: “I feel your comic timing or your sense of humour, in totality, depends on your conditioning. I belong to a lower-middle class family, and was born and raised in Okhla village. Humour is the only thing which keeps us alive there and it is really important. So, you have to be really active and be participating in that form of humour. Otherwise, it would turn very suffocating”.
He further mentioned: “Of course,...
- 9/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!’ actress Urmila Sharma is excited to make her debut in the horror genre with the upcoming movie ‘Love & Ghost’, starring South actress Madhulagna Das and Ajit Pandit. She said: “Coming from Rajasthan, I was mostly cast for shows with a Rajasthani background. I did many shows like ‘Diya Aur Baati Hum’, ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, ‘Balika Vadhu’ among others. But with time, I made myself fit in every role and thereafter I enjoyed featuring in shows based on completely opposite backgrounds like Ishq Subhan Allah in which I played a Muslim.
Urmila added: “I also did many popular sitcoms like Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, Jija Ji Chhat Par Hai, Fir, May I Come In Madam? and others. I also worked in many historical and mythological shows. But now I wanted to try something different and when I was approached for experiencing a horror...
Urmila added: “I also did many popular sitcoms like Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, Jija Ji Chhat Par Hai, Fir, May I Come In Madam? and others. I also worked in many historical and mythological shows. But now I wanted to try something different and when I was approached for experiencing a horror...
- 9/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
‘Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!’ actress Urmila Sharma is excited to make her debut in the horror genre with the upcoming movie ‘Love & Ghost’, starring South actress Madhulagna Das and Ajit Pandit. She said: “Coming from Rajasthan, I was mostly cast for shows with a Rajasthani background. I did many shows like ‘Diya Aur Baati Hum’, ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’, ‘Balika Vadhu’ among others. But with time, I made myself fit in every role and thereafter I enjoyed featuring in shows based on completely opposite backgrounds like Ishq Subhan Allah in which I played a Muslim.
Urmila added: “I also did many popular sitcoms like Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, Jija Ji Chhat Par Hai, Fir, May I Come In Madam? and others. I also worked in many historical and mythological shows. But now I wanted to try something different and when I was approached for experiencing a horror...
Urmila added: “I also did many popular sitcoms like Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, Jija Ji Chhat Par Hai, Fir, May I Come In Madam? and others. I also worked in many historical and mythological shows. But now I wanted to try something different and when I was approached for experiencing a horror...
- 9/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
South sensation Dhanush attended his assistant Anand’s wedding over the weekend and was seen dressed in a shirt, denim pants and a baseball cap. A video is doing the rounds on social media, where Dhanush is seen attending the wedding celebrations. He is also seen sporting a thick moustache. In the clip, he is seen posing with the newlyweds as well.
On the work front, Dhanuh will next be seen in ‘Captain Miller’, directed by Arun Matheswaran, who has previously helmed films such as ‘Rocky’ and ‘Saani Kaayidham’.
‘Captain Miller’ also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan, Shiva Rajkumar, Nivedhithaa Sathish and Sundeep Kishan. The film is scheduled to release soon.
On the Bollywood front, Dhanush is all set to work again with Aanand L. Rai in the upcoming film ‘Tere Ishk Mein’. The two have previously collaborated on ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Atrangi Re’.
On the work front, Dhanuh will next be seen in ‘Captain Miller’, directed by Arun Matheswaran, who has previously helmed films such as ‘Rocky’ and ‘Saani Kaayidham’.
‘Captain Miller’ also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan, Shiva Rajkumar, Nivedhithaa Sathish and Sundeep Kishan. The film is scheduled to release soon.
On the Bollywood front, Dhanush is all set to work again with Aanand L. Rai in the upcoming film ‘Tere Ishk Mein’. The two have previously collaborated on ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Atrangi Re’.
- 9/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
South sensation Dhanush attended his assistant Anand’s wedding over the weekend and was seen dressed in a shirt, denim pants and a baseball cap. A video is doing the rounds on social media, where Dhanush is seen attending the wedding celebrations. He is also seen sporting a thick moustache. In the clip, he is seen posing with the newlyweds as well.
On the work front, Dhanuh will next be seen in ‘Captain Miller’, directed by Arun Matheswaran, who has previously helmed films such as ‘Rocky’ and ‘Saani Kaayidham’.
‘Captain Miller’ also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan, Shiva Rajkumar, Nivedhithaa Sathish and Sundeep Kishan. The film is scheduled to release soon.
On the Bollywood front, Dhanush is all set to work again with Aanand L. Rai in the upcoming film ‘Tere Ishk Mein’. The two have previously collaborated on ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Atrangi Re’.
On the work front, Dhanuh will next be seen in ‘Captain Miller’, directed by Arun Matheswaran, who has previously helmed films such as ‘Rocky’ and ‘Saani Kaayidham’.
‘Captain Miller’ also stars Priyanka Arul Mohan, Shiva Rajkumar, Nivedhithaa Sathish and Sundeep Kishan. The film is scheduled to release soon.
On the Bollywood front, Dhanush is all set to work again with Aanand L. Rai in the upcoming film ‘Tere Ishk Mein’. The two have previously collaborated on ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Atrangi Re’.
- 9/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
New Delhi, Aug 30 (Ians) She has belted out hits such as ‘Ishq wala love’ from ‘Student of the Year’, ‘Nazar Laaye’ from ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Meri Jaan’ from ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ to name a few. However, singer Neeti Mohan has revealed her lowest point in her career.
Neeti said that singing for Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Karan Johar-starrer 2015 film ‘Bombay Velvet’ was the lowest point because she feels those tracks never got heard.
Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the film is based on historian Gyan Prakash’s book ‘Mumbai Fables’. It also stars Kay Kay Menon, Manish Choudhary, Vivaan Shah and Siddhartha Basu.
Speaking to Ians, Neeti opened up about the low point in her career: “I think it was when I was the voice of the film ‘Bombay Velvet’. I felt that these songs never get heard. They were so interestingly recorded, and there are so many exciting stories we have for each song.
Neeti said that singing for Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Karan Johar-starrer 2015 film ‘Bombay Velvet’ was the lowest point because she feels those tracks never got heard.
Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the film is based on historian Gyan Prakash’s book ‘Mumbai Fables’. It also stars Kay Kay Menon, Manish Choudhary, Vivaan Shah and Siddhartha Basu.
Speaking to Ians, Neeti opened up about the low point in her career: “I think it was when I was the voice of the film ‘Bombay Velvet’. I felt that these songs never get heard. They were so interestingly recorded, and there are so many exciting stories we have for each song.
- 8/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Dhanush, the National Award-winning actor, is all set to star in a pan-India film directed by another National Award winner, Sekhar Kammula. The film, which is yet to be titled, was announced on the birth anniversary of the late producer-distributor-exhibitor Narayan Das K Narang, who was also the father of one of the producers of the film. The film will be released in five languages – Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi – and will mark the first collaboration between Dhanush and Sekhar Kammula.
Dhanush is known for his versatile and acclaimed performances in films such as Aadukalam, Raanjhanaa, Asuran, and Vada Chennai. He has also ventured into Hollywood with The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir and The Gray Man. Sekhar Kammula is a popular director in Telugu cinema, who has made films such as Anand, Happy Days, Leader, Fidaa, and Love Story. He is known for his realistic and relatable stories...
Dhanush is known for his versatile and acclaimed performances in films such as Aadukalam, Raanjhanaa, Asuran, and Vada Chennai. He has also ventured into Hollywood with The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir and The Gray Man. Sekhar Kammula is a popular director in Telugu cinema, who has made films such as Anand, Happy Days, Leader, Fidaa, and Love Story. He is known for his realistic and relatable stories...
- 7/27/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
New Delhi, July 25 (Ians) Actress Sonam Kapoor, who has been a part of films like ‘Raanjhanaa’, ‘Neerja’, ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo’, among others, said she wants to pick commercial, family entertainers for her comeback to the cinemas.
Post her pregnancy, Sonam is back to the movies, and she was last seen in Sujoy Ghosh’s crime thriller ‘Blind’.
Directed by Shome Makhija, Sonam played the lead in the movie as ‘Gia’, which was a remake of the 2011 Korean film of the same name.
The flick centred around a blind police officer in search of a serial killer. It had released on July 7.
This was Sonam’s return to the silver screen after her 2019 release ‘The Zoya Factor’, and ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’, which released the same year.
The actress said she has always loved to be a part of projects that have entertained audiences.
“As I return to the cinemas post pregnancy,...
Post her pregnancy, Sonam is back to the movies, and she was last seen in Sujoy Ghosh’s crime thriller ‘Blind’.
Directed by Shome Makhija, Sonam played the lead in the movie as ‘Gia’, which was a remake of the 2011 Korean film of the same name.
The flick centred around a blind police officer in search of a serial killer. It had released on July 7.
This was Sonam’s return to the silver screen after her 2019 release ‘The Zoya Factor’, and ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’, which released the same year.
The actress said she has always loved to be a part of projects that have entertained audiences.
“As I return to the cinemas post pregnancy,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor has spoken out against the gender pay gap that exists in the industry, in which male Bollywood stars are typically paid much more than their female counterparts.
Kapoor was speaking at the Creative Industries and Cultural Economy Summit at London’s Nehru Centre as part of India Global Forum’s U.K.-India Week on Wednesday. She was in conversation with Amish Tripathi, minister (culture and education), Indian High Commission and director Nehru Centre, who is also a bestselling author.
Kapoor said that while Bollywood is changing, the change isn’t quick enough. “The gender pay gap is humongous. And I don’t think that will be narrowing very soon, unfortunately, but the roles are getting meatier for sure,” Kapoor said, adding that her contemporaries like Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone have pursued films where they could play the central character.
The Bollywood gender pay gap...
Kapoor was speaking at the Creative Industries and Cultural Economy Summit at London’s Nehru Centre as part of India Global Forum’s U.K.-India Week on Wednesday. She was in conversation with Amish Tripathi, minister (culture and education), Indian High Commission and director Nehru Centre, who is also a bestselling author.
Kapoor said that while Bollywood is changing, the change isn’t quick enough. “The gender pay gap is humongous. And I don’t think that will be narrowing very soon, unfortunately, but the roles are getting meatier for sure,” Kapoor said, adding that her contemporaries like Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone have pursued films where they could play the central character.
The Bollywood gender pay gap...
- 6/29/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
A decade after his big hit “Raanjhaana”, and despite the dud he delivered in the Akshay Kumar-starrer “Raksha Bandhan”, director-producer Anand L Rai is coming back to the big screen with his upcoming film “Tere Ishk Mein”. A Hindu-Muslim social drama, “Raanjhaana” was the Hindi debut of Tamil star Dhanush. It is now coming back again — not with a similar story, but with a “similar heartbeat”, as Rai put it in an interview with ‘Variety’ — in “Tere Ishk Mein.”
Though he has kept most of the plot details under wraps, Rai told ‘Variety’: “When we were working on the ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ script, we realised that we are catching on to the same aggression. And in terms of genre, it’s falling in that genre of tragedy and I said, it’s actually belonging to that world.”
“They’re not similar stories, but they have a similar heartbeat.
Though he has kept most of the plot details under wraps, Rai told ‘Variety’: “When we were working on the ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ script, we realised that we are catching on to the same aggression. And in terms of genre, it’s falling in that genre of tragedy and I said, it’s actually belonging to that world.”
“They’re not similar stories, but they have a similar heartbeat.
- 6/28/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
A decade after scoring a major hit with “Raanjhanaa,” Indian director-producer Aanand L. Rai is returning to its universe with “Tere Ishk Mein.”
“Raanjhanaa,” an intense Hindu-Muslim romantic drama, was the Hindi-language debut of Tamil cinema star Dhanush and featured chartbusting music by Oscar-, BAFTA-, Grammy- and Golden Globe-winner A.R. Rahman.
While keeping the plot under wraps, Rai told Variety, “When we were working on the ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ script, we realized that we are catching on to the same aggression. And in terms of genre, it’s falling in that genre of tragedy and I said, it’s actually belonging to that world. They’re not similar stories, but they have a similar heartbeat. We were getting the same feeling what we were getting when we were working on ‘Raanjhanaa.’ I said, let’s start belonging to that world.”
“Raanjhanaa” made spectacular use of the holy north Indian city of Varanasi and,...
“Raanjhanaa,” an intense Hindu-Muslim romantic drama, was the Hindi-language debut of Tamil cinema star Dhanush and featured chartbusting music by Oscar-, BAFTA-, Grammy- and Golden Globe-winner A.R. Rahman.
While keeping the plot under wraps, Rai told Variety, “When we were working on the ‘Tere Ishk Mein’ script, we realized that we are catching on to the same aggression. And in terms of genre, it’s falling in that genre of tragedy and I said, it’s actually belonging to that world. They’re not similar stories, but they have a similar heartbeat. We were getting the same feeling what we were getting when we were working on ‘Raanjhanaa.’ I said, let’s start belonging to that world.”
“Raanjhanaa” made spectacular use of the holy north Indian city of Varanasi and,...
- 6/28/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
EntertainmentThe film will have music by Ar Rahman.Actor Dhanush is collaborating with Hindi film director Aanand L Rai for an upcoming project. The film is titled Tere Ishq Mein. The title announcement was made at a time when the duo are marking the 10th anniversary of their previous collaboration, Raanjhanaa. Tere Ishq Mein is from the same world of Raanjhanaa, as said in the one-minute video of the title announcement. In the video, Dhanush can be seen running in a dark alley carrying a petrol bomb. Playing in the background of the scene is the dialogue: “The henna on your hand becomes a wound for me every time. The bindi on your forehead destroys my fate every time. Will you use your vermillion to stop my breath every time? Innocent Kundan was easily swayed. But how will you stop Shankar this time?” Kundan was Dhanush’s character’s name in Raanjhanaa.
- 6/21/2023
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
Star Dhanush and filmmaker Aanand L. Rai are reuniting a decade after working together in films such as ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Atrangi Re’. The will be collaborating for the film ‘Tere Ishk Mein’.
Aanand L. Rai shared: “There couldn’t be a more perfect day to unveil our next venture, ‘Tere Ishk Mein,’ with Dhanush. ‘Raanjhanaa’ holds a special place in my heart, and the love and adoration it continues to receive from fans worldwide is truly heartwarming.”
Dhanush made a remarkable entry into Bollywood with ‘Raanjhanaa’, which released in 2013.
A master of his craft, Aanand L. Rai has a remarkable filmography as producer-director that includes unforgettable gems such as ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, ‘Atrangi Re’, ‘Goodluck Jerry’, ‘An Action Hero’, ‘Happy Bhag Jayegi’, ‘Newton’, ‘Tumbbad’, and many more.
The dynamic duo of Dhanush and Aanand L. Rai, along with writer Himanshu Sharma, lyricist Irshad Kamil and music maestro A.R. Rahman, created...
Aanand L. Rai shared: “There couldn’t be a more perfect day to unveil our next venture, ‘Tere Ishk Mein,’ with Dhanush. ‘Raanjhanaa’ holds a special place in my heart, and the love and adoration it continues to receive from fans worldwide is truly heartwarming.”
Dhanush made a remarkable entry into Bollywood with ‘Raanjhanaa’, which released in 2013.
A master of his craft, Aanand L. Rai has a remarkable filmography as producer-director that includes unforgettable gems such as ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, ‘Atrangi Re’, ‘Goodluck Jerry’, ‘An Action Hero’, ‘Happy Bhag Jayegi’, ‘Newton’, ‘Tumbbad’, and many more.
The dynamic duo of Dhanush and Aanand L. Rai, along with writer Himanshu Sharma, lyricist Irshad Kamil and music maestro A.R. Rahman, created...
- 6/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor has signed with leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films’ talent management division, Yrf Talent.
Kapoor made her acting debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Saawariya” (2007) and has won critical and commercial acclaim for “Aisha” (2010), “Raanjhanaa” (2013), “Khoobsurat” (2014), “Neerja” (2016), “Veere Di Wedding” (2018) and “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga” (2019). The actor is also a regular on the Cannes red carpet as an ambassador for global brands.
In 2020, Kapoor took a career hiatus to start a family. Her return will begin with two tentpole projects, details of which are currently under wraps.
Yrf Talent has historically managed actors like Rani Mukerji, Anushka Sharma, Ranveer Singh, Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar and also represents emerging stars Sharvari and Ahaan Panday. Kapoor is the first actress that Yrf hasn’t launched.
Yrf Talent will work closely with Kapoor to “craft a disruptive brand identity, which stands for all things cool...
Kapoor made her acting debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Saawariya” (2007) and has won critical and commercial acclaim for “Aisha” (2010), “Raanjhanaa” (2013), “Khoobsurat” (2014), “Neerja” (2016), “Veere Di Wedding” (2018) and “Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga” (2019). The actor is also a regular on the Cannes red carpet as an ambassador for global brands.
In 2020, Kapoor took a career hiatus to start a family. Her return will begin with two tentpole projects, details of which are currently under wraps.
Yrf Talent has historically managed actors like Rani Mukerji, Anushka Sharma, Ranveer Singh, Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar and also represents emerging stars Sharvari and Ahaan Panday. Kapoor is the first actress that Yrf hasn’t launched.
Yrf Talent will work closely with Kapoor to “craft a disruptive brand identity, which stands for all things cool...
- 6/15/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Mumbai, Feb 16 (Ians) Actress Swara Bhasker, who is known for her work in films like ‘Anaarkali of Aarah’, ‘Veere Di Wedding’, ‘Nil Battey Sannata’ and ‘Raanjhanaa’, has tied the knot with Fahad Ahmad, the president of Samajwadi Party’s youth wing in Maharashtra.
On Thursday, the actress shared a video with a montage of all their adorable moments while detailing their love story. The actress also shared that the couple had registered their wedding in court on January 6 under the Special Marriage Act.
The actress wrote in the caption, “Sometimes you search far & wide for something that was right next to you all along. We were looking for love, but we found friendship first. And then we found each other! Welcome to my heart @FahadZirarAhmad. It’s chaotic but it’s yours.”
The two met at a protest site in January 2020 and love took its course.
Fahad, who is a Mumbai-based political activist,...
On Thursday, the actress shared a video with a montage of all their adorable moments while detailing their love story. The actress also shared that the couple had registered their wedding in court on January 6 under the Special Marriage Act.
The actress wrote in the caption, “Sometimes you search far & wide for something that was right next to you all along. We were looking for love, but we found friendship first. And then we found each other! Welcome to my heart @FahadZirarAhmad. It’s chaotic but it’s yours.”
The two met at a protest site in January 2020 and love took its course.
Fahad, who is a Mumbai-based political activist,...
- 2/16/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
NewsActor Swara Bhasker posted a video on Twitter with glimpses of their relationship, which mentioned that their journey began at a protest. Swara Bhasker and Fahad Ahmad/Twitter Actor Swara Bhasker announced on Thursday, February 16 that she has married political activist Fahad Ahmad. Sharing a video depicting a few highlights from their relationship so far, Swara wrote on Twitter: “Welcome to my heart @FahadZirarAhmad. It’s chaotic but it’s yours!” Fahad Ahmad is a PhD scholar and Senior Research Fellow at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai. A former general secretary of the Tiss students’ union, Fahad joined the Samajwadi Party in August last year. He is currently the state president of Samajwadi Yuvjan Sabha, the youth wing of Samajwadi Party Maharashtra Pradesh. Swara is known for her roles in movies such as Raanjhanaa, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Nil Battey Sannata, Anaarkali of Aarah and Veere Di Wedding.
- 2/16/2023
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker, who is known for films like ‘Raanjhanaa’, ‘Anaarkali of Aarah’, ‘Veere Di Wedding’ and several others, is set to portray 9 characters in her upcoming film.
The actress has replicated the vintage fashion from the yesteryear for her upcoming film ‘Mrs. Falani’ in which she will be seen in 9 varied avatars pulling off 9 different characters. The characters range between 30 to 42 years and shall belong to 9 different states.
Sharing her experience, Swara said: “‘Mrs. Falani’ is going to be the most challenging film of my life. Undoubtedly, it is every actor’s dream to play so many different characters in one film. I am amazed at learning the intricacies that range from home-maker to home-maker every ten miles. I am really stoked about it!”
Interestingly, Swara shall be playing a home-maker representing different states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Punjab apart from others and reportedly, Swara has...
The actress has replicated the vintage fashion from the yesteryear for her upcoming film ‘Mrs. Falani’ in which she will be seen in 9 varied avatars pulling off 9 different characters. The characters range between 30 to 42 years and shall belong to 9 different states.
Sharing her experience, Swara said: “‘Mrs. Falani’ is going to be the most challenging film of my life. Undoubtedly, it is every actor’s dream to play so many different characters in one film. I am amazed at learning the intricacies that range from home-maker to home-maker every ten miles. I am really stoked about it!”
Interestingly, Swara shall be playing a home-maker representing different states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Punjab apart from others and reportedly, Swara has...
- 2/7/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
‘Paatal Lok’ actor Ishwak Singh, who will be reprising his character of physicist Dr Vikram Sarabhai in the second season of ‘Rocket Boys’, said he spent long hours doing the research for his role.
The entire series is based on the life of Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai, an astronomer and physicist, who had a major contribution towards the development of nuclear power in India and in fact he is known as Father of the Indian Space Programme.
Bringing him alive on screen was not at all an easy task and thus Ishwak read a lot of books about him and attended lectures also.
He said: “I prepared for Vikram Sarabhai with a multipronged approach. I wanted to know him inside out, right from his childhood days in Ahmedabad to his education in Cambridge, the various aspects of his personal and professional life.”
“It was like going back to school as I...
The entire series is based on the life of Vikram Ambalal Sarabhai, an astronomer and physicist, who had a major contribution towards the development of nuclear power in India and in fact he is known as Father of the Indian Space Programme.
Bringing him alive on screen was not at all an easy task and thus Ishwak read a lot of books about him and attended lectures also.
He said: “I prepared for Vikram Sarabhai with a multipronged approach. I wanted to know him inside out, right from his childhood days in Ahmedabad to his education in Cambridge, the various aspects of his personal and professional life.”
“It was like going back to school as I...
- 9/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Popular choreographer and judge on ‘Did Li’l Masters Season 5’, Remo D’Souza got so impressed with the choreography of Paul Marshal, that he offered him to work with him in his next film. After looking at contestant Sagar’s performance to ‘Raanjhanaa’, which was choreographed by Paul, Remo mentioned: “We have all witnessed your creativity on […]...
- 6/5/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
As ‘Nil Battey Sannata’ completes six years of its release on Friday, its producer Aanand L Rai, who is known for directing movies such as ‘Raanjhanaa’ and ‘Tanu Weds Manu’, shared that the film’s script was so powerful that he had no choice but to bankroll it. While talking about ‘Nil Battey Sannata’, Aanand said, […]...
- 4/22/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
After coming up with projects like ‘Raanjhanaa’, ‘Tanu Weds Manu’ and ‘Tanu Weds Manu: Returns’, Aanand L Rai is all set for his next ‘Atrangi Re’ and he calls it a story that reflects deep emotions. He says that in any of his earlier projects there was never so much focus on the emotion of […]...
- 12/11/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
CinemaDhanush will be seen in the action thriller 'The Gray Man' which also stars Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans and Ana de Armas. Ptitwitter/ Sun PICTURESActor Dhanush, who makes his Hollywood debut with filmmaker duo Anthony and Joe Russo's The Gray Man, said he always wanted to try his hand at foreign films but never expected to be working with the directors of Avengers: Endgame. Dhanush is part of an ensemble cast of the Netflix film The Gray Man, which includes actors like Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Rege-Jean Page, Jessica Henwick, Billy Bob Thornton and Wagner Moura. Dhanush, known for critically acclaimed movies such as Aadukalam, Asuran, and Karnan among others, expressed his excitement to be working on The Gray Man. "It is way too early to talk about it. I loved the experience of working on it. It has been a very good learning experience for me,...
- 12/11/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
CinemaDhanush is teaming up with director Aanand L Rai after a gap of eight years, following the hit Hindi film ‘Raanjhanaa’. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Disney Plus Hotstar The trailer of Aanand L Rai’s directorial Atrangi Re was unveiled on Wednesday, September 25. Starring actors Dhanush, Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan in the lead roles, the film will release on December 24 on over-the-top (Ott) platform Disney Plus Hotstar. The film is produced by T-Series, Colour Yellow Productions, and Cape of Good Films. Speaking on the occasion, producer Bhushan Kumar said, "The world of Atrangi Re is 'Atrangi' indeed! The film promises to bring magic to your screens and make you believe in the power of love. The motion posters have received a phenomenal response yesterday and we are excited to show you the Atrangi Re trailer!". Adding to that, Aanand said, "I strongly believe that you don't find love, it finds you.
- 11/25/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodHelmed by ‘Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru’ fame Karthick Naren, ‘D43’ is touted to be a crime thriller. Tnm StaffThe makers of Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan’s tentatively titled project D43 took to Twitter on Friday, June 25, to announce that the crew will commence the final schedule of the shoot in July. Touted to be a crime thriller, the movie stars actors Dhanush and Malavika Mohanan in the lead roles. D43 is helmed by director Karthick Naren, who rose to fame with his directorial debut Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru. Sharing the update with fans on Twitter, Sathya Jyothi Films, the production banner bankrolling the project, wrote, “The Final schedule of @dhanushkraja's #D43 shoot resumes from July, 2021.” The poster shared on Friday featured Dhanush from the sets of the movie. The actor is seen sporting a casual look in a grey T-shirt, with his mask pulled down. He is seen striking a candid pose while smiling.
- 6/26/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Actress Swara Bhaskar took to social media on Wednesday and wrote a long, emotional birthday message for her best friend Sonam Kapoor Ahuja. Swara recalled their first meeting and the years of friendship together.
Both the actresses have worked together in 'Raanjhanaa' and ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo'.
Posting a picture of them giggling away, Swara wrote in the caption, "Happy happy birthday to this beauty with the biggest heart! @sonamkapoor I remember the first time we met. Benaras in September 2012. The doors of the elevator opened and inside was the entire Kapoor family and you were standing tall in the middle."
"I remember your warm infectious smile and enthusiastic ‘Hiiiiii’ that dispelled any fear that I may have had about you being ‘a spoilt diva’ or a ‘tantrummy princess’.. in the years that have followed knowing you has been one pleasant surprise after another and one humbling realisation after another.
Both the actresses have worked together in 'Raanjhanaa' and ‘Prem Ratan Dhan Payo'.
Posting a picture of them giggling away, Swara wrote in the caption, "Happy happy birthday to this beauty with the biggest heart! @sonamkapoor I remember the first time we met. Benaras in September 2012. The doors of the elevator opened and inside was the entire Kapoor family and you were standing tall in the middle."
"I remember your warm infectious smile and enthusiastic ‘Hiiiiii’ that dispelled any fear that I may have had about you being ‘a spoilt diva’ or a ‘tantrummy princess’.. in the years that have followed knowing you has been one pleasant surprise after another and one humbling realisation after another.
- 6/9/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Kollywood Dhanush and Directed Aanand L Rai, who previously collaborated in ‘Raanjhanaa’, are working together in the upcoming Hindi movie ‘Atrangi Re.Tnm StaffPraises have been pouring in from all quarters for popular Kollywood actor Dhanush and his recently released Tamil movie Karnan. Bollywood filmmaker Aanand L Rai took to Twitter on Monday to applaud Dhanush and Karnan’s director Mari Selvaraj. Lauding Mari’s storytelling, Aanand appreciated his ability to paint his thoughts on film. He also expressed his admiration for Dhanush’s performance in the movie. “Outstanding & Brilliant...This is how you can describe this experience called #Karnan @mari_selvarajWhat a storyteller The way you painted ur thoughts on the celluloid. Take a bow!! @dhanushkrajaYou are a magician mere bhai ..u should have told me.I thought u r an actor,” Aanand tweeted. Dhanush made his Bollywood debut in filmmaker Aanand L Rai’s Raanjhanaa in 2013. Raanjhanaa went...
- 5/18/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaHelmed by the Russo brothers, ‘The Gray Man’ stars actors Chris Evans, Ryan Gosling, Ana De Armas and Dhanush in important roles. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Kaushik LMFollowing the success of the recently-released Tamil movie Karnan, Kollywood actor Dhanush is now busy shooting for his upcoming Hollywood movie The Gray Man. While fans are eagerly waiting to receive further updates about the movie, images from the sets have gone viral on social media. Dhanush has reportedly begun shooting for the film at Burbank California, alongside Hollywood actors Ryan Gosling and Ana de Armas. Helmed by Anthony and Joe Russo, the Gray Man stars actors Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana De Armas, Jessica Hapwick and Dhanush among others in prominent roles. The Russo brothers are best known for directing four Marvel films — Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), Captain America: Civil War (2016), Avengers: Infinity War (2018), and Avengers: Endgame (2019). The Gray Man marks the fifth-time...
- 4/26/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaAtrangi Re’ is said to be a romantic-drama and features Sara Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar and Dhanush in lead roles. Tnm StaffActor Dhanush, who is currently on a movie signing spree, took to social media, on Sunday, to share with fans that he has completed shooting for filmmaker Aanand L Rai’s upcoming movie Atrangi Re. Sharing a photo with director Aanand Rai and the film’s writer Himanshu Sharma, the actor wrote, “Atrangire wrapped. Thank you @aanandlrai and himanshu. Love you both.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) Prior to Atrangi Re, Himanshu, Aanand and Dhanush had collaborated on the 2013 hit Raanjhanaa, which saw Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor in the lead. Written by Himanshu and directed by Aanand, the movie also featured Swara Bhasker, Abhay Deol and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in pivotal roles. The songs composed by Ar Rahman for the film opened to...
- 3/29/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Akshay Kumar shared a still from the last shooting day of Anand L. Rai's upcoming film 'Atrangi Re', and thanked co-stars Dhanush and Sara Ali Khan for letting him be a part of this film.
"It’s the last day of #AtrangiRe and I can’t wait for you’ll to experience the magic created by @aanandlrai. Also a big thank you to my co-stars @saraalikhan95 and @dhanushkraja for letting me be a part of this beautiful film...
"It’s the last day of #AtrangiRe and I can’t wait for you’ll to experience the magic created by @aanandlrai. Also a big thank you to my co-stars @saraalikhan95 and @dhanushkraja for letting me be a part of this beautiful film...
- 3/27/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Feb 25 (Ians) Actress Swara Bhasker played the role of Payal in Aanand L. Rai's Tanu Weds Manu, which released a decade ago on this day. She recalls having a great time on the set with her colleagues while shooting the film.
Among anecdotes she recalls are her conversations with R. Madhavan, the lead actor of the film.
"I remember really enjoying my conversations with Maddy sir, being awestruck by Jimmy (Shergill) sir's swag, and getting pranked all the time by Deepak Dobriyal, Eijaz Khan and the ADs (assistant directors)," shares Swara.
She spoken in glowing terms about filmmaker Rai, too.
"Aanand sir is one of the most wonderful directors for an actor to work with, because he allows actors to discover nuances in their character. Relationships between characters are his strength and it's a pleasure to be directed by him. Plus he runs really happy sets with very positive energy,...
Among anecdotes she recalls are her conversations with R. Madhavan, the lead actor of the film.
"I remember really enjoying my conversations with Maddy sir, being awestruck by Jimmy (Shergill) sir's swag, and getting pranked all the time by Deepak Dobriyal, Eijaz Khan and the ADs (assistant directors)," shares Swara.
She spoken in glowing terms about filmmaker Rai, too.
"Aanand sir is one of the most wonderful directors for an actor to work with, because he allows actors to discover nuances in their character. Relationships between characters are his strength and it's a pleasure to be directed by him. Plus he runs really happy sets with very positive energy,...
- 2/25/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Singer Keerthi Sagathia has released his new track, and looking back at working amid lockdown for most of the past year, he says the situation helped him connect with his music in a better way, in the process helping him come up with tracks in a lesser amount of time.
Titled Valam kis des gayo, the lyrics have been penned by Rishi Upadhyay and composed by Sagathia himself.
"I spent a lot of time in the studio during lockdown. In a way it helped me gain time in thinking and processing, and we worked together as a team on this song. Credit definitely goes to my team without which this wouldn't have been possible," Sagathia tells Ians.
The singer is known for his tracks such as I hate you like I love you, (Delhi Belly) , Tum tak (Raanjhanaa) and Mujh mein tu hi basa (Special 26), besides rendering the theme song...
Titled Valam kis des gayo, the lyrics have been penned by Rishi Upadhyay and composed by Sagathia himself.
"I spent a lot of time in the studio during lockdown. In a way it helped me gain time in thinking and processing, and we worked together as a team on this song. Credit definitely goes to my team without which this wouldn't have been possible," Sagathia tells Ians.
The singer is known for his tracks such as I hate you like I love you, (Delhi Belly) , Tum tak (Raanjhanaa) and Mujh mein tu hi basa (Special 26), besides rendering the theme song...
- 1/29/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
BollywoodThe film also stars Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan in the lead.Digital NativeDhanush, who made a dream lead role debut in Bollywood with director-producer Aanand L Rai's Varanasi-set romance drama Raanjhanaa, has reunited with the filmmaker for his next film titled Atrangi Re. Dhanush has now completed shooting his protions and the cast and crew hosted a party for the actor on the film's sets in Delhi. A source from the film's camp was quoted by Toi saying, “Atrangi Re went on floors in Varanasi in March this year. However, the shoot had to be halted due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdown. After permissions were granted for film shoots to resume, Dhanush, Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan started work on the film and flew down to Madurai in October to shoot for the film. And then, the team moved to Delhi for the third schedule in early December.
- 12/30/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
In today’s Global Bulletin, Amazon Prime Video snags Champions League rights in Italy, Dhanush joins the Russo brothers’ “The Gray Man,” Leigh Tavaziva joins the BBC as COO and “Big Brother Célébrités” finds its broadcaster in French-speaking Canada.
Sports Rights
Amazon Prime Video has confirmed Italian reports that it has snapped up rights to exclusively broadcast 16 top UEFA Champions League soccer matches on Wednesday nights, live in Italy, along with the UEFA Super Cup, for three seasons from 2021/22.
The Wednesday night top pick match will always feature an Italian team during the group stages and, where they have qualified, through to the semi-finals, an Amazon statement said.
Prime Video reportedly paid €80 million ($98.8 million) per season to get the UEFA Champion’s League top pick matches on Wednesday evenings for the three seasons, though this has not been confirmed.
“Amazon is looking forward to UEFA Champions League, one of the...
Sports Rights
Amazon Prime Video has confirmed Italian reports that it has snapped up rights to exclusively broadcast 16 top UEFA Champions League soccer matches on Wednesday nights, live in Italy, along with the UEFA Super Cup, for three seasons from 2021/22.
The Wednesday night top pick match will always feature an Italian team during the group stages and, where they have qualified, through to the semi-finals, an Amazon statement said.
Prime Video reportedly paid €80 million ($98.8 million) per season to get the UEFA Champion’s League top pick matches on Wednesday evenings for the three seasons, though this has not been confirmed.
“Amazon is looking forward to UEFA Champions League, one of the...
- 12/18/2020
- by Jamie Lang, Naman Ramachandran and Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
KollywoodThose outside Tamil Nadu may have heard of Dhanush due to ‘Raanjhanaa’ and viral songs like 'Why this kolaveri di' but his body of work in Tamil deserves to be better known. Tnm StaffFans of Tamil cinema are delighted that actor Dhanush, who has routinely set the screen on fire in several Tamil movies, is in the cast of The Gray Man along with Chris Evans and Ryan Gosling. What's more, the film will be directed by the Russo brothers who made Avengers: Endgame. This isn't Dhanush's first foray into Hollywood films. He was previously seen in the forgettable The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir in 2018. However, this film is clearly on another plane altogether. Dhanush is known as much for his expressive and emotive acting as he is for his dance skills. With his lithe frame and fiery dialogue delivery, the actor has played the underdog to great success in several films.
- 12/18/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Mumbai, Nov 3 (Ians) Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor Ahuja who is also known for her style statements, says she never intends to dress up for others because her style statement is all about her individuality and self-expression.
"I realised I don't care and just did what I wanted to do, because of my upbringing. I did what I felt like doing. I think that's what girls and boys should be able to do. Nobody should be giving you permission. My style statement, if there is one, of me being a complete individual. I like being myself and expressing myself. I don't believe in dressing for others or dressing for someone's opinion, it's just for myself, my individuality, my self-expression," she claimed.
The actress has played a girl next door in films such as "Saawariya", "Delhi-6", "Raanjhanaa", and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag", and she is also known for her sense of high fashion in her public appearance.
"I realised I don't care and just did what I wanted to do, because of my upbringing. I did what I felt like doing. I think that's what girls and boys should be able to do. Nobody should be giving you permission. My style statement, if there is one, of me being a complete individual. I like being myself and expressing myself. I don't believe in dressing for others or dressing for someone's opinion, it's just for myself, my individuality, my self-expression," she claimed.
The actress has played a girl next door in films such as "Saawariya", "Delhi-6", "Raanjhanaa", and "Bhaag Milkha Bhaag", and she is also known for her sense of high fashion in her public appearance.
- 11/3/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
CinemaThe song is from the Bollywood flick ‘Atrangi Re’, a romantic musical that stars Dhanush, Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan.Digital NativeDhanush currently has the Bollywood flick Atrangi Re, which is being directed by Anand L Rai. He is sharing screen space with Akshay Kumar and Sara Ali Khan in this romantic musical. Oscar-winning music composer Ar Rahman is composing tunes for this flick. The shooting of Atrangi Re began in Varanasi earlier this year but came to a halt due to the coronavirus lockdown. After several months, the situation is now getting back to normal and the Atrangi Re team has begun work on the project. The schedule of this film was wrapped up in Chennai a couple of weeks ago and the shooting will continue in Delhi and Mumbai. Meanwhile, confirming that he is rendering a song for the album, Dhanush posted a pic with Ar Rahman and wrote,...
- 10/30/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Bollywood‘Raanjhanaa’, which also starred Sonam Kapoor, has been called out over the years for glorifying and normalising stalkingTNM StaffActor Abhay Deol, who starred in the 2013 Bollywood film Raanjhanaa took to Instagram this week to post criticism of the film, saying that the “history will not look kindly at this film for its regressive message.” The film also stars Dhanush, Sonam Kapoor, Swara Bhaskar and Zeeshan Ayyub. Raanjhanaa has been called out over the years for glorifying and normalising stalking. In the film, Dhanush’s character Kundan follows Zoya (Soman Kapoor), stalks her, harasses her, and even threatens to kill himself if she doesn’t give him attention. The film follows the story of Kundan Shankar who spends much of the movie chasing the affections of Zoya, even without knowing her name initially, and after his dogged pursuit, she finally relents and agrees to meet. However, once she realises that...
- 8/21/2020
- by Nikhita Venugopal
- The News Minute
EntertainmentShoots have been suspended from March 19 until April 14.Tnm StaffYouTube Screengrab/Tamil TV HouseA lifetime has passed. Shelves have been cleaned, floors reflect faces and the house looks fit for a queen. And yet, by earth hours only a week has passed since complete lockdown began on March 24. While we hope that the coronavirus pandemic that has severely affected human lives beyond imagination will end soon, there’s no harm in still being invested in what's playing on television. When the Film Employees’ Federation of South India (Fefsi) announced that all shoots will be suspended beginning March 19, it meant that daily soaps that depend on everyday shoots will be hard hit. While some filmed as much as they could, with the lockdown expected to last up to April 14, all mega serials are bound to run out of new content. National television channel Doordarshan has brought back Ramanand Sagar’s television...
- 3/31/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
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