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Anurag Kashyap hails SC order on anthem
Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has welcomed the decision of the Supreme Court of making the national anthem optional inside the cinema halls.The 45-year-old director told ANI, "If the Supreme Court has decided something, then it's supreme. If I talk about personal opinion, then whenever the national anthem is being played, I stand because I respect the nation"."But during my childhood, I was taught that the national anthem should not be played under the roof, so there is a roof in cinema halls. I want to ask that what are we trying to prove by playing the national anthem before a movie? No one talks about that. The court has now taken a decision and that ends the discussion", he added.When asked about his upcoming film, 'Mukkabaaz', the producer said that the movie revolves around a love story of a boxer, who wanted to play but couldn't cross district-level due to various circumstances.The Supreme Court on Tuesday made the playing of the national anthem before the screening of films ...
Pearl Academy hires Ujjwal K Chowdhury as head of School of Media
Leading institution in design, fashion, business, media and journalism Pearl Academy on Wednesday announced appointment of Ujjwal K. Chowdhury as Head, School of Media.A prominent media academic, Prof. Ujjwal K Chowdhury has led some of the finest media institutes in the country. Formerly Director of Ramoji Krian Universe (RKU), strategically located within the Ramoji Film City (RFC) in Hyderabad, Prof.Chowdhury has also been Dean at Symbiosis International University in Pune and Amity University in Mumbai. He is a former Dean of Whistling Woods International in Mumbai. Additionally, Prof. Chowdhury has been Media Advisor with the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, and the World Health Organization (WHO), India. He is a former Ford Foundation Scholar at the University of Mumbai.Prof. Chowdhury is recognized for introducing the concept of convergence in media education in India. He has also supported and mentored a number of amateur movies, some of which went on to bag awards ..
'Padmavat' producers deny speculations on 300 cuts
There are no 300 cuts in "Padmavat", say the films producers, appreciating the balanced, fair and transparent process followed by the censor board in suggesting five modifications in the movie.
Vidya Balan to play Indira Gandhi on screen
Acclaimed actress Vidya Balan will play former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi onscreen in a project based on journalist-author Sagarika Ghoses book "Indira: Indias Most Powerful Prime Minister".
Romcoms should ideally be done by a young guy: Saif Ali Khan
Saif Ali Khan says he has had his fill of romantic comedies and believes younger actors are more suited for the genre. The 47-year-old actor, who has acted in romantic films such as "Salaam Namaste" and "Hum Tum", said from now on he wants to be a part of those projects that appeal to his age and sensibilities. "Romcoms should ideally be done by a young guy. Someone who is coming-of-age and who doesn't know his mind. Who doesn't understand or who doesn't want to get married. There's an age to doing romcoms. "I had a great time doing such films in the past. But today, I want to do something that goes with my sensibilities and age. I'm more happy today. I don't want to go back and I want to move ahead," Saif told reporters here. The actor was in the capital to promote his film "Kaalakaandi". Saif plays a man who finds out he is suffering from cancer and it changes him. The actor said it would be wrong to compare the film with movies like "Aanad" as the dark comedy has ...
Vidya Balan to play Indira Gandhi
Actor Vidya Balan is all set to play the role of Indira Gandhi, India's first and only woman prime minister till date. The actor, who has acquired the adaptation rights of Sagarika Ghose's book "Indira: India's Most Powerful Prime Minister", said it was her long cherished dream to portray Gandhi on screen. "I am happy to have acquired the rights to Sagarika Ghose's 'Indira' because I have always wanted to play Indira Gandhi. I haven't decided yet whether it should be a film or a web series, but that will take a while anyway," Vidya said in a statement. Ghose took to Facebook to share her excitement. "Elated to announce that I just signed the contract for the movie rights of my book 'Indira: India's Most Powerful Prime Minister' with Vidya Balan and Roy Kapur Productions. Most excited to see 'Indira' on screen!" she wrote. Vidya, 39, was last seen in the role of a middle class housewife in "Tumhari Sulu".
Rajput group warns of 'public curfew' if 'Padmavat' released
A Rajput group protesting against Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film 'Padmavati', retitled 'Padmavat', today threatened that it will impose a "public curfew" in theatres if the controversial movie is released. The Rajput Karni Sena reiterated its demand for a "complete ban" on the film. Its leader Lokendra Singh Kalvi alleged that history was being tinkered with and there was no room for a compromise with the filmmakers on the issue. The film was previously scheduled to release on Dec 1. But the outfit protested against the film's release in Rajasthan and other parts of the country over the portrayal of queen Padmini in it. The group alleged the movie "distorted" history even though historians are divide on whether the queen actually existed. The filmmakers, too, have denied the allegations. The film seems set for a January 25 release, according to sources in Viacom18 Motion Pictures, the production house behind the film. An official announcement is yet to be made. "The film ...
Working on 'Tik Tik Tik' satisfied me as an actor: Nivetha
Actor Nivetha Pethuraj says her role in upcoming Tamil film "Tik Tik Tik" was challenging and working on the project satisfied her as a performer. The sci-fi movie is directed by Shakti Rajan and also features Jayam Ravi. "When I signed the film, which is a space fiction, I knew the challenges. Although the shooting experience was physically exhaustive, I found the entire journey of the film highly rewarding," Nivetha told PTI in an interview. The 26-year-old actor, who won the Miss India UAE pageant in 2015, made her foray into southern film industry with 2016 drama "Oru Naal Koothu." Nivetha said she has performed a lot of stunts in the movie and did not use any body-double for the sequences. "I'm a huge fan of sci-fi films and was quite confident about pulling off stunt sequences, I didn't want to use body- double," she said. The actor said she is confident that family audiences will enjoy the film as the director has done complete justice with the script. "Shakti has .
Remakes should not be looked down upon: Vignesh Shivan
"Thaanaa Serndha Koottam" director Vignesh Shivan says it was challenging to adapt Akshay Kumar- starrer "Special 26" for Tamil audiences. "I don't think remakes should be looked down upon. It's a daunting task to create something that interests audiences. And I invested a lot of time and effort to present the film in an entertaining, family-friendly manner. I have not done a frame-by-frame copy. We bought the rights of the film," he said. The 32-year-old director said the job of adapting the film became easier as he was working with Suriya. "Suriya sir is an absolute delight to work with. He is a director's artiste. I have received overwhelming responses for Suriya sir's makeover in the film," Shivan said in an interview. Shivan said he loves capturing spontaneous moments of his actors on sets rather than restricting himself to the dialogue sheet. "My working style differs in every film. I don't want any of the sequences to look staged, so I never insist on going by ...
Parineeti Chopra in lead role in 'Kesari'
Parineeti Chopra has been locked as the lead actress of Akshay Kumar-starrer "Kesari". She is excited to be part of the project.
SRK, Salman apt for 'Saudagar' sequel: Gulshan Grover
Actor Gulshan Grover says superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan will be an apt choice for a "Saudagar" sequel, if it is ever planned.
'Kedarnath' feels like my own film is releasing: Saif
Actor Saif Ali Khan says he is as "scared" about his daughter Sara's debut movie "Kedarnath" as he is about the release of his own films.
'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.
Jassie Gill, Badshah collaborate for single
Singer Jassie Gill unveiled the first look of his next single called "Dill ton blacck" with rapper Badshah on Wednesday.
Would allow release of 'Padmavat', if it has CBFC nod: Goa CM
Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar today said he has no objection to the release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's movie "Padmavat" in his state if the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) clears it. Responding to a question on the Deepika Padukone-starrer, Parrikar said nobody would be allowed to take law in their own hands. Interestingly, the ruling BJP's women wing in the state has opposed the release of the movie. "If the filmmaker gets the Censor certificate, then in- principle I have on objection to it. But I will definitely check if there is something going to be wrong on law and order front," the chief minister said. "There is nothing called as 'Padmavati', I believe," Parrikar said, in apparent reference to the change of the film's name from 'Padmavati' to 'Padmavat'. "I also believe so far the Censor certificate hasn't been given....We will do everything lawfully, and everything will depend on the Censor certificate," Parrikar said. To a question on the ...
'Krrish 4' to release in 2020
Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan today announced the release date of fourth film in the "Krrish" franchise as a birthday gift to actor-son Hrithik Roshan. "Today is perhaps the best day to make the release day of 'Krrish 4' official. Christmas 2020 it is. A gift for all of you on Hrithik's birthday," Roshan tweeted. The father-son duo had announced that "Krrish 4" is in making during Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations in 2016. The first "Krrish" film released in 2006 while the second film in the series, titled "Krrish 3" hit the screens in 2013. Both the films featured Priyanka Chopra opposite Hrithik. The series is a follow-up to "Koi... Mil Gaya", which released in 2003.
'Mohalla Assi' gets 'A' certificate, to release soon
Hindi movie "Mohalla Assi" has received an 'A' certificate -- with one cut -- for release from the censor board after a battle that lasted almost two years. The producer is hopeful to release it before the festival of colours Holi.
Parineeti Chopra joins 'Kesari' cast
Actor Parineeti Chopra has joined the cast of Akshay Kumar's "Kesari". Producer Karan Johar today confirmed the news on Twitter. "The lead actress in #KESARI is ... Parineeti Chopra," Johar wrote tagging the actor. The movie is based on the Battle of Saragarhi. Akshay, 50, started filming the project and also released his first look from the movie on January 5.
Virtuosos of Hindustani classical music set to perform in the capital
One of Indias biggest classical arts festivals, the Swami Haridas-Tansen Sangeet Nritya Mahotsava, is all set to kick-off on Thursday.
HC grants pre-arrest bail to actor-MP Suresh Gopi
The Kerala High Court today granted anticipatory bail to actor and BJP MP Suresh Gopi in a case related to alleged forging of documents to get his two luxury cars registered in Puducherry to evade vehicle tax in the state. Justice Raja Vijayaraghavan directed the Rajya Sabha MP to execute a bond of Rs 1 lakh along with two sureties of the like amount. He also directed him to appear before the investigating officer on all Saturdays. Gopi had filed the anticipatory bail plea on December 12. Last week, the court had directed the police not to arrest Gopi for a further period of 10 days in the case. The prosecution had alleged that Gopi was using the cars in the state after evading payment of tax. Earlier, following the court direction, Gopi had appeared before police in connection with the probe. The police had registered an FIR against the actor on December 5, charging him with falsifying and fabricating documents by showing an address in the Union territory and getting the