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A band launched for mental disability awareness
Filmmaker Karan Johar has introduced a band comprising of differently abled members to create awareness about the issue.The band, 6-Pack Band 2.0, is the second segment of India's 1st transgender band, the Brooke Bond Red Label 6 Pack Band, which exploded on to the scene in 2016, winning millions of hearts across the globe.The band had special collaborations with Anushka Sharma, Hrithik Roshan, Sonu Nigam, Asha Bhosle, among others, that became huge talking points.Its second edition focuses on the important theme of Mental Health & Disability. Celebrated Producer-Director-Author-Host Karan Johar joined this cause to change the way we perceive children with different abilities.India's 1st 'isspeshal' band, the '6-Pack Band 2.0', comprises 6 teens between the ages of 13 to 18 [3 girls, 3 boys] with special needs but incredible music skills, drive and passion.Their spirit, their infectious energy, their resolve and their life stories are extremely inspiring. They're have come ...
'Raazi': A song dedicated to father-daughter bond!
The makers of 'Raazi' have released a new song dedicated to the loving bond of father-daughter.Titled 'Dilbaro', the almost 2-minute track features the marriage of Alia's character to her onscreen husband, Vicky Kaushal. It further explores the love shared by the father-daughter duo as Alia breaks down while her 'vidai'.Coincidentally, the song also features Alia's real mother, Soni Razdan. The song is penned by Gulzar and composed by Shankar Ehsaan Loy.The 'Highway' star portrays the character of Sehmat - a Kashmiri girl who gets married to a Pakistani army officer, essayed by Kaushal.Helmed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, the spy-romantic flick is based on 'Calling Sehmat', a best-selling book by Harinder Sikka.The film is set to hit the theatres on May 11.
Delhi HC grants bail to Ilyasi to take care of ailing wife
The Delhi High Court today granted interim bail for a month to former TV anchor and producer Suhaib Ilyasi, serving life term for killing his wife 18 years ago, to take care of his ailing second spouse. A bench of Justices S Muralidhar and I S Mehta granted the relief to Ilyasi subject to his furnishing a bond of Rs 20,000 and a surety of the like amount. The former TV anchor was taken into custody on December 16 last year after his conviction. The trial court had on December 20, 2017, sentenced Ilyasi to life term for stabbing his wife Anju to death, saying he "committed murder and gave it a colour of suicide". It had also imposed a fine of Rs 2 lakh on him and directed that Rs 10 lakh be paid as compensation to Anju's parents. The expense would be borne by him. Anju was rushed to a hospital on January 11, 2000 with stab wounds she received at her East Delhi residence. Ilyasi, who had shot into limelight for hosting the TV crime show 'India's Most Wanted', was arrested on March 28, ..
HarperCollins to host unique event during Habitat Film Fest
A unique event at the upcoming Habitat Film Festival will celebrate cinema and books with masterclasses, conversations, music and much more. At Harper@Cinema on May 20, cinema enthusiasts will be able to interact with the 'Masters of the Game,' showcasing an eclectic gamut of speakers including Gulzar, Vishal Bhardwaj, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, Nandita Das and Tisca Chopra. Organised by HarperCollins India in association with Habitat Film Festival, Harper@Cinema will also see a performance of R D Burman songs by his biographers Balaji Vittal and Anirudha Bhattacharjee. The 13th Habitat Film Festival is from May 17-27. According to Vidyun Singh, director (programmes) at India Habitat Centre, "The content and experts add a meaningful and important element to the festival and the HarperCollins Day promises to be one of the popular highlights." Ananth Padmanabhan, Chief Executive Officer of HarperCollins India, says Everybody loves the movies, and at HarperCollins, we have the most ...
Michel Hazanavicius to helm 'The Lost Prince'
Oscar-winning director Michel Hazanavicius is reuniting with his frequent collaborator and wife star Berenice Bejo for a new family comedy film "The Lost Prince". The film will also feature "Intouchables" star Omar Sy and Franois Damiens, reported Dealine. Hazanavicius and Bejo have earlier worked on films such as "OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies", Oscar-winning film "The Artist", "The Search" and "Redoubtable". "The Lost Prince" will be produced by Philippe Rousselet and Jonathan Blumental while Pathe, Studiocanal and TF1 Films Production are co-producing it. The story follows Djibi, a devoted single father whose life revolves around his beloved 7-year-old daughter Sofia. The devoted single father never misses their cherished ritual of bedtime stories. Every night as Sofia falls asleep, he takes her into "Storyland", a fantasy film studio where their extraordinary fairy tale adventures come to life with Djibi in the lead role as the heroic Prince Charming. "I am so excited to work on .
'The Reunion' trailer grabs 1.7 million Youtube and 1.2 million Facebook views
The most talked about trailer this week is The Zoom Studio's first original show, The Reunion...Jab We Met Again. Slated to premiere on Saturday, April 28 @7The trailer of The Reunion...Jab We Met Again has already grabbed 1.7 million YouTube views & on Facebook, it has engaged 1.2 million audiences due to its cinematic-like narrative with high production values and visual appeal.Besides a promising compelling plot, the actors associated are great performers and have a huge fan following. The show features some talented young actors from the entertainment industry as a part of the star cast including young and quirky actress and model Sapna Pabbi (Breath, The Trip, 24, Khamoshiyan), talented Veer Rajwant Singh (What The Folks, Little Things), the popular face in ad-land Shreya Dhanwanthary (Ladies Room) and the dashing actor seen on TV and ad films Anuj Sachdeva (Sabki Laadli Bebo).'The Reunion...Jab We Met Again' is a 10-episode finite series from The Zoom Studios and will air ...
INOX partners with Harkness Screens to enhance cinema experience
INOX Leisure Limited, India's leading multiplex chain, on Thursday partnered with global leaders in screen technology, Harkness Screens.This association enables Harkness to install state-of-the art technology and systems across INOX multiplexes.The association comes at a time when 3D content is on a rise and moviegoers are looking for a premium and more engaging movie going experience for 3D and 2D films.Through the partnership, over 30 percent of INOX screens in India have been upgraded with Harkness' Clarus XC screen technology.Additionally, the screens will also be powered by Curolux technology which will help fine-tune projection settings automatically in real time, hence enhancing the complete movie watching experience.Harkness Screens' Clarus XC screen integrates revolutionary screen technology, is multi-faceted, can be used for 2D and 3D environments and is globally the best-in-class screen for laser projection.The technology dramatically improves cinema presentation resulting .
Priyanka not a bridesmaid at Markle's royal wedding
Actress Priyanka Chopra says she will not be a bridesmaid at Prince Harry and actress Meghan Markle's upcoming royal wedding.
Karanvir Bohra wraps up shooting for his maiden film
Actor Karanvir Bohra has wrapped up shooting for his first feature film titled "Hume Tumse Pyaar Kitna".
'Talvar 2' to take Talwar verdict further!
The second film in the 'Talvar' franchise, 'Talvar 2', has been announced to take the story of Talwar's verdict further.The first film, starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Neeraj Kabi in the main lead, was based on the story of the 2008 Noida double murder case of a 13-year-old girl Aarushi Talwar, and 45-year-old Hemraj Banjade, a live-in domestic worker, employed by her family in Noida, India.The two were killed on the night of May 15-16, 2008 at Aarushi's home under suspicious circumstances. The case became a national interest due to the gruesome condition of the murders and dead leads in catching the suspect.Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the first film also starred veteran actor Irrfan Khan in a pivotal role.The upcoming film will be produced by the Junglee Pictures and Vishal Bhardwaj. Bhardwaj will also direct the second installment.
'Yubi Lakpi': Another sports drama on horizon!
For quite some time, sports dramas have been constant hits on the Indian box office, including the likes of 'Chak De!', 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', 'M.S. Dhoni', and 'Mary Kom'.Following all these super successful ventures, director Omung Kumar of 'Mary Kom' fame is all set to direct another sports-based film, this time based on something similar to rugby.The film, titled 'Yubi Lakpi' will be based on a local sport from the North East. It is local Manipuri sport and is played with coconuts and said to be similar to rugby.Some even believe that Yubi Lakpi was the original version of rugby.Director Kumar has been working on the film for the past two years. He said, "With Yubi Lakpi, we are tracing the journey of the Indian Rugby Team. Yes, India plays Rugby and it's high time the sport gets a pushup in the country. We're still working on the story and once complete, we will begin shooting."The film will be shot in Manipur and London. Some portions of the film will be shot in Mauritius as ...
I have passed on my passion for cinema to Ranbir: Rishi Kapoor
Rishi Kapoor is quiet impressed with son Ranbir Kapoor's transformation for upcoming biopic "Sanju", and the veteran actor says he is proud of the hard work the young star has put in for his role in the Rajkummar Hirani-directed movie. The teaser and first look of "Sanju", which is based on the life of Bollywood's one of the most controversial stars Sanjay Dutt, was released recently and Rishi says the response Ranbir is getting for his look is because of his dedication to the craft. The 65-year-old actor believes Ranbir has inherited his passion for cinema from him. "I found it very good. He is looking the part. He has worked very hard for all those different parts. To make up his body, he took six weeks off and grew hair. He is an actor and he has passion as well. Thankfully, one thing that I have passed on to him is my passion for work and films," Rishi told PTI. Ranbir's last outing "Jagga Jassos" had failed to garner much attention from the audiences, but Rishi believes an actor .
Naseeruddin Shah a perfectionist: Sudip Bandyopadhyay
"Hope Aur Hum" director Sudip Bandyopadhyay has hailed veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah as a perfectionist.
Neeta Lulla to work on Ashutosh Gowariker's 'Panipat'
Ace fashion designer Neeta Lulla will create the costumes for Ashutosh Gowariker's upcoming period film "Panipat". The National Award-winning designer has earlier worked with Gowariker on "Jodhaa Akbar" and "Mohenjo Daro". She recently designed the costumes for Kangana Ranaut's "Manikarnika". "Peshwa's historical and traditional lineage will reflect in the costumes of the film. Ashutosh Gowariker is a visionary and working with him is always a treat. We will create magic through our costumes and give fluidity to the narrative through our well researched styling," Lulla said in a statement. The film, which features Arjun Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles, is based on the third battle of Panipat that took place in 1761. "It has been wonderful working with Neeta, especially on the Rajput and Mughal dressing, followed by the Gujarati and Bengali styles. Her range is fantastic. And now, I am looking forward to working with her on the Maharashtrian dressing and more, in ..
Shailene Woodley's 'Adrift' gets India release date
Actors Shailene Woodley and Sam Claflins romance drama "Adrift" will release in India on June 1.
Himesh Reshammiya rocks at PDM University
The two day Techno Cultural, Annual Fest of PDM University, Bahadurgarh, Paradigm 2k18 was celebrated in style. Famous Bollywood singer, actor and music director Himesh Reshammiya performed in the star night as a part of the event.He enthralled the audience with his famous foot tapping numbers like Tera suroor, Jhalak Dikhlaja, Long Drive and Hookah Bar, Teri Meri Kahani and Jumme ki Raat etc.The excitement was writ large on the faces of thousands of PDM University students who danced on his songs and tunes till late evening.Himesh also interacted with the students, sharing with them his experiences of life.He made the crowd sway along his Filmfare award winning song Aashiq Banaya Apne and a song from movie Khiladi 786 for which he got best supporting actor award.He thanked his mother and father, Vipin Reshammiaya a yesteryear music director and Rotary Club President, Sea Cost for his success, who in turn praised his son, Vipin Reshammiaya also spoke about the social activities being .
Easier to be 'copycats' in Indian music scene
John Mayer, Michael Jackson, Bryan Adams, George Michael or Ed Sheeran -- global singers' cover versions sell more than original work in Bollywood music dominated India, says Prabhtoj Singh - frontman/lead vocalist and guitarist of The Copycats band.
Claire Foy is 'embarrassed' by pay gap controversy on 'The Crown'
"The Crown" star Claire Foy says she felt embarrassed by the pay disparity controversy on the Netflix royal drama but she would not be "naive" about such things in future. An executive of Left Bank Pictures, the production company behind "The Crown", had revealed that Foy, who played Queen Elizabeth II on the popular series, was paid less than Smith despite being the lead star. The 34-year-old British actor, who had previously admitted that she was not "surprised" by the backlash, said the whole pay gap revelation "opened her eyes", according to The Telegraph. "It definitely opened my eyes to a lot. And I certainly won't be nave about those things. It's really opened my eyes about what I am allowed to have an opinion about, and what I'm allowed to stand up for myself about," Foy said. "And I think that's really changed my approach to myself and other women in this industry. It's been only a positive thing even though, embarrassing," she added. Smith, who played Prince Philip in the ..
Mallika on India becoming 'land of gang rapists'
Actress Mallika Sherawat has expressed her displeasure over increasing number of rape cases in India. She has said that from the land of Mahatma Gandhi, the country had become a land of gang rapists.
Meghan Markle's 'Suits' exit airs on TV in US
Actress Meghan Markle has made her final appearance as Rachel Zane in legal drama "Suits", which ended its seventh season in the US on Wednesday.