'Nirdosh' makers pick Armaan Malik over Sonu Nigam (Movie Snippets)

The makers of "Nirdosh" have picked a song by singer Armaan Malik over a track by Sonu Nigam to include in the film.

The makers had two songs -- one from Malik and one from Nigam -- and both of them were apt for the situation in the film. But there was space for only one.

The directors, Pradeep Rangwani and Subroto Paul, decided to take the songs to different cities and gauged the audience reactions. Finally, Malik's "Baraf si" was included in the movie, read a statement.

In a joint statement, the directors said: "We have Sonu Nigam's song with us and it's a fabulous tune. Hopefully, we will place it in our next, but as of now we are basking in the success of 'Baraf si'."

"Nirdosh" features Arbaaz Khan, Manjari Fadnis, Ashmit Patel and Meheck Chahal. It will release on January 19.

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Truly enjoyed working with Anurag Kashyap: Ravi Kishan

Actor Ravi Kishan had fun shooting Anurag Kashyap's upcoming film "Mukkabaaz", and says he is an amazing director who gives artistes the freedom to perform.

"I have a very special reason to opt for this role, and that is Anurag Kashyap. I am a big fan of his films. He thought that I won't do the film as I will bring my stardom on set or I might say no. But I gave him a video message saying that I will be be fully committed to this role," Ravi said in a statement.

"I truly enjoyed working with Anurag. He is an amazing director and gives all freedom to perform. He was very impressed with my first shot. I am sure that the audience will definitely love my role," he added.

"Mukkabaaz" revolves around the struggles of a boxer from a lower-caste and gives a peek into cow vigilantism. The film also stars Vineet Kumar Singh, Jimmy Sheirgill and Zoya Hussain. It is releasing on Friday.

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Sooraj Pancholi to open dance academy

Bollywood actor Sooraj Pancholi has decided to open a dance academy for underprivileged children.

To be launched in Mumbai in March, followed by one in Delhi, Sooraj's dance academy will be accessible to street dancers only. The actor also plans to have branches in a few other cities, read a statement.

"I am very excited and looking forward to this venture. Dance form is an art and it's an expression," Sooraj said in a statement.

"Young talents have all the ability and dream but don't get the right guidance to shape it. I just want to give them a push and explore this," added the son of actor couple Zarina Wahab and Aditya Pancholi.

Sooraj's friends, who are choreographers, will also be helping him with the academy, according to a source.

On the film front, Sooraj, who made his debut with "Hero" in 2015, is busy with his next project -- a comedy to be helmed by Prabhudheva.

--IANS

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