Rajkumar Hirani moved by 'Sachin: A Billion Dreams' (Movie Snippets)

Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani, who gave inputs for "Sachin: A Billion Dreams", says the docu-drama on cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar is an "inspiring and emotionally moving film".

Tendulkar himself wanted superstar Aamir Khan and Hirani to watch the rough edit of the biographical drama and share their suggestions.

"Anjali wanted Abhijat Joshi, Aamir and me to see the rough edit of the film and share our suggestions and views. We all are Sachin fans. We happily did that. It's an inspiring and emotionally moving film. Worth a watch for everyone," Hirani said in a statement.

Narrated by Tendulkar himself, "Sachin: A Billion Dreams" takes viewers on an inspirational journey and tells how a Mumbai boy went on to become the "God of Cricket". The movie was released on May 26.

The film has been written and directed by James Erskine and produced by Ravi Bhagchandka and Carnival Motion Pictures under 200 Not Out Productions.

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Hardy Sandhu uses social media to connect with fans

Singer Hardy Sandhu says he uses social media to connect with fans from across the world.

"Social media is the only way I can connect with my fans that are spread world over. I also follow it for feedback," Sandhu said in a statement.

Sandhu got over 100 million views on YouTube for his single "Backbone". Released by Sony Music, the song has been composed by B-Praak and shot in Australia.

Talking about the song, he said: "I remember when 'Backbone' was released, the reactions were instantly awesome. Now with 100 million views that has happened because of my fans, I want to thank them for all the love."

--IANS

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