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Former Mewar royal slams changes suggested by CBFC in
Erstwhile Mewar royal family member Vishvaraj Singh today said cosmetic changes like changing the title of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming Bollywood film from "Padmavati" to "Padmavat" would not change the facts. "It will not change the fact that the movie refers to real places, my ancestors and other persons in history with their names continuing to remain the same," Singh wrote in a letter to Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) Chairman Prasoon Joshi. The CBFC, by suggesting such changes, had reduced itself to endorsing the propagation of fiction about heroic personalities and living families, Singh wrote. Commenting on the three-member panel that reviewed the film, he said, "The royal being referred to in today's news as part of the panel that reviewed the film was not the head of the family, Maharana Mahendra Singhji Mewar, or me." Singh further wrote that his questions to CBFC (raised in a letter on December 22) were relevant for every member of the panel ...
CBFC seeks modifications, title change to certify 'Padmavati' (Fourth Lead)
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has decided to give a U/A certificate subject to no cuts, but five "modifications" -- including a title change -- to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial film "Padmavati". The decision has not been welcomed by the Karni Sena, a Mewar royal and some members of the film fraternity.
Akshay, Kareena, Aamir to celebrate New Year with family
As 2017 comes to an end tomorrow, most B-town celebrities are in joyous mood and will usher in the New year with their near and dear ones at exotic locations around the world. Akshay Kumar with wife Twinkle and their kids are in Cape Town in South Africa, while Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan are vacationing with their son Taimur Ali Khan in Europe and Sonam Kapoor is off to London. Newly married couple - Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are in South Africa. Sanjay Dutt, who is shooting in Kyrgyzstan for his new film "Torbaaz" will be spending his new year in Dubai with his family. Shilpa Shetty too is holidaying in Dubai with husband Raj Kundra and son Viaan, while Madhuri Dixit is enjoying her time with husband Sriram Nene in Japan. Basking in the success of her last film "Judwaa 2", Jacqueline Fernandez is in Bali with her family to ring in the New Year. Apparently, even Alia Bhatt is in Bali. After having a rocking year professionally, Rajkummar Rao is off to ...
'Padmavati' becomes 'Padmavat' leaves Twitterati in splits
The censor board's suggestion to Sanjay Leela Bhansali to change the title of his film "Padmavati" to "Padmavat" has led to a flurry of reactions on Twitter with many users poking fun at the latest development. Many social media users took to the micro-blogging site to express their views on the modifications suggested by the CBFC. Director Anubhav Sinha said, "So Bhansali can now actually throw a party. Just that Whisky will be called 'Whiska' Vodka will be called 'Vodki' and so on." Apurva Asrani tweeted, "If 'Padman' picks up the 'i' that 'Padmavat' drops, they'll have to call it 'Padmani'. From the frying pan into the pyre." Comedian Sorabh Pant tweeted, "'Padmavati' already got released. They changed the character name, the plot and history. They called it, 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' but Indians know..." Actor Prakash Raj tweeted, "'Padmavati' to be 'Padmavat' plus 26 cuts.. says CBFC... Finally has someone achieved to chop something of 'Padmavati'. An 'I' from the .
Priyank Sharma evicted from "Bigg Boss"
Priyank Sharma's journey in the "Bigg Boss" house came to an end tonight after he was eliminated from the show. In the "Weekend Ka Vaar" episode, host Salman Khan announced Priyank's eviction from "Bigg Boss 11". He along with Luv Tyagi were nominated for eviction this week. "I am very happy I reached this far in the show. This year has been great for me professionally, "Roadies" to "Spiltsvilla" to "Bigg Boss". I think "Bigg Boss" is a very unpredictable show," Priyank told PTI after his eviction. Priyank has had a rollercoaster ride on the show and was earlier thrown out of the house after he came out in support of his friend Vikas Gupta and pushed another contestant Akash Dadlani during a fight. After re-entering the house, Priyank again irked host Salman by body shaming fellow contestants Shilpa Shinde and Arshi Khan. "The most memorable moment was when my mother came on the show. I wanted my mom to be by my side. It was the best moment. Whenever Salman bhai used to .
No cuts, only modifications in 'Padmavati': CBFC member
A member of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has quashed the reports doing the rounds that the board has asked for several cuts in the controversial film 'Padmavati'.Vani Tripathi Tikkoo stressed that the CBFC has only suggested few modifications in the movie, including changing the title to 'Padmavat', after which it would be given a UA certificate."Stop the Misinformation Campaign for God sake on Padmavati, CBFC has not asked for any cuts with the U/A certificate its only few modifications and a title change with the consent of the filmmaker. It's finally over so let the film release and judge it then!", said Tikkoo.The decision came after an examining committee meeting by the CBFC was held on December 28. It consisted of the regular committee members, along with the CBFC officials and a special advisory panel in the presence of Chairman Prasoon Joshi.The other key modifications suggested in the meeting include those of the disclaimers, pertinently adding one regarding
Want complete ban on 'Padmavati', will vandalise theatres, warns Karni Sena
Unimpressed by the Censor Board's decision to seek modifications and change the name to "Padmavat", the Shree Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena on Saturday demanded a complete ban on the Sanjay Leela Bhansali film and threatened to vandalise theatres screening it.
CBFC seeks disclaimers, modifications, change in name for certifying 'Padmavati' (Third Lead)
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has decided to give a U/A certificate "along with some modifications" to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial film "Padmavati" and has asked the filmmaker to "likely" change the movie's title to "Padmavat". However, the suggestions have been slammed by a Mewar royal and some members of the film industry.
Salman Khan pays surprise visit to Dharmendra
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan surprised veteran actor Dharmendra by paying him a visit at his farmhouse.'Deeply touched' by the gesture, the 82-year-old took to Twitter to share the moment as he posted a picture with him. He also wrote that the Dabangg Khan will always be a son to him.The 'Sholay' star captioned it as, "Deeply touched by your surprise visit to the farm today. You will always be a son to me, Salman,"The two have worked together in the 1998 movie 'Pyaar Kiya to Darna Kya', which also featured Kajol.
Nihalani questions CBFC's role in 'Padmavati' matter
Former Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chief Pahalaj Nihalani has raised questions about the censor board's role in the controversy surrounding 'Padmavati', claiming that the film was sidelined by it.Nihalani, on Saturday, was commenting on the recent developments, wherein the CBFC suggested few modifications in the controversial movie, including changing of the film's title to 'Padmavat', after which it would be given a UA certificate."The film faced so many controversies even before people saw it. This decision could have been taken before the film was opposed by the people and the political parties in several states", Nihalani told ANI."This film was sidelined by the CBFC and it raises the question on the Censor Board. Producers suffered such huge losses because of the cuts. Vote bank politics has obviously been done, the film is being seen after elections. Chairman Prasoon Joshi faced pressure from the ministry", he added.Speaking on the development, former Film and ...
2.0 getting delayed because of CG work: Rajinikanth
Top actor Rajinikanth today said director Shankar's '2.0' release has been shifted to April as some more computer graphic work has to done in the movie. The 67-year-old actor, who met his fans for the fifth consecutive day here, expressed doubts whether a film of such magnitude would be made again. "It is because of the content. The way how we speak about the movie Chandralekha, it will be like that," the actor said. The 3D sci-fi film has Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar in the lead roles. "Since there are some more CG (computer graphics) work that needs to be done, it is getting delayed. We have shifted the release to April," Rajinikanth said. The movie, which was initially scheduled to release this year on Diwali was later postponed to January 25. The S S Vasan-directed 'Chandralekha' was released in 1944 and turned out to be a blockbuster. Recalling his earlier days in the film world, Rajinikanth said, "when I first met (late director) K Balachander, he just told me to ..
'Access to logistics doesn't bring change in film business'
Director Gaurav Bakshi says advancement in technology and the easy access to it, does not make changes in the business of entertainment but proper utilisation of talent does.
CBFC seeks several cuts, change in name for certifying 'Padmavati'
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has decided to give a U/A certificate "along with some modifications" to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's controversial film "Padmavati" and has asked the filmmaker to "likely" change the movie's title to "Padmavat". However, the suggestions have been slammed by a Mewar royal and some members of the film industry.
Too early to comment: Kalvi on CBFC giving UA certificate to
Founder-patron of Rajput Karni Sena Lokendra Singh Kalvi has said that it is "too early" to comment on censor board's decision to give UA certification to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's "Padmavati" The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has proceeded with the certification process of the movie and has suggested the director to change the film's title to "Padmavat". "A lot of clarifications are yet to come on the issues and it will be too early to comment on it. My stand is very clear, which is known to everyone," Kalvi told PTI. "It was proposed that film will be reviewed by a panel of nine intellectuals, but the film was reviewed by only three persons. The recommendations of the panel are not in public domain so it will be too early to comment. I am still on the same path, which I had chosen," he added. President of Rajput Sabha Giriraj Singh Lotwara said that it was unfortunate that the board wants to favour the film producers instead of considering recommendations of
Moms of Gomez, Bieber to meet
Singer Justin Biebers mother Pattie Mallette and singer-actress Selena Gomezs mother Mandy Teefey have decided to meet each other to decide the future of their childrens relationship.
Kim Jong-hyun's posthumous single's proceeds to go to charity
South Korean band SHINee's lead singer Kim Jong-hyun's posthumous single has been released and proceeds from it will go to UNICEF. The song, titled "Dear My Family" will be released by SM Entertainment as part of the SM Station series and has a "memorial" theme, according Metro. The company released a video of the song which features footage from behind the scenes of SMTown world tour concert where the artistes, including the 27-year-old, played. The video also features company's artistes, including Kangta, BoA, Super Junior, Girls' Generation, f(x), EXO, Red Velvet and NCT. Jong-hyun reportedly committed suicide earlier this month.
Hamilton Instagram account emptied
Lewis Hamilton's Instagram account has been completely emptied as the fall out over his lapse of judgement when recently lambasting a nephew for wearing a princess dress continues. Four-time Formula One world champion Hamilton had shared a video with his 5.7 million followers mocking his nephew sporting a blue and pink dress and waving a pink heart-shaped furry wand over the Christmas holidays. In the video, which has since been taken down, Hamilton shouts: "Boys don't wear princess dresses" which led to the youngster covering his ears with his hands. The 32-year-old's actions drew criticism on social media from users who felt his nephew should be free to wear whatever he wanted. Hamilton took down the Instagram post and later tweeted an apology, which has also now been deleted. He was further criticised for liking some of the replies to his Twitter post, one of which said he had no need to apologise to the "PC brigade". "Yesterday I was playing around with my nephew and
Rajput Karni Sena threatens to vandalise theatres showing 'Padmavati'
Hours after the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) approved the release of the movie 'Padmavati' with some changes, Rajput Karni Sena President Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi on Saturday threatened to vandalise all the cinema halls showing the flick.Claiming that the release of the movie is against the interest of the country, Gogamedi said that the CBFC, under the pressure of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, agreed to certify it."The release of 'Padmavati' is only going to create chaos in the country. The government would be responsible for any loss of life and property following the release of this movie. Every theatre, where this movie would be released would be vandalised", the Rajput Karni Sena chief told ANI."The censor board is taking this decision under the pressure of underworld don Dawood Ibrahim and are destroying Hindutva from the country," he added.Earlier in the day, the CBFC suggested few modifications in the controversial movie 'Padmavati', which include changing of the .
Govind wants to create Hindu-Muslim amity through cinema
Actor Govind Namdev, known for films like "OMG - Oh My God!" and "Satya", says he wants to create peace between Hindus and Muslims through movies.
Sarojini Nagar gang-rape: Delhi court dismisses bail plea of all accused
The Patiala House Court on Saturday dismissed the bail plea of all three accused in connection with the gang-rape of an aspiring actress in Delhi's Sarojini Nagar.Yesterday, the victim recorded her statement under Section 164 of the CrPC Act, before the duty magistrate at the court.On December 25, the victim was gang-raped by three people on the pretext of providing jobs in television and films when she, a model by profession, met one of the accused belonging to Mumbai.A complaint was later filed at the Sarojini Nagar Police Station.According to police, the accused were known to her.