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Shah Rukh holding sword, not kirpan in 'Zero' poster: Makers
The makers of "Zero" told the Bombay High Court Friday that lead actor Shah Rukh Khan was holding a sword and not a 'kirpan' in the movie's poster and trailer. A division bench of Justices B P Dharmadhikari and S V Kotwal was hearing a petition filed by advocate Amritpal Singh Khalsa, claiming that the movie's trailer and poster has hurt sentiments of the Sikh community. The petition, filed earlier this month, sought a direction to the film's director and producers to delete the scenes where Shah Rukh is seen wearing a 'kirpan' (a sword or small dagger carried by Sikhs). The petition also sought a direction to the Central Board for Film Certification (CBFC) not to grant certification to the movie or to revoke it in case it has already been given. Senior counsel Narvoze Serwai, appearing for Shah Rukh Khan, producers Gauri Khan and Karuna Badwal, and director Anand L Rai, told the court Friday that the petition is based entirely on an "erroneous assumption". "What the lead ...
Amazon Prime Video announces new original series 'Four More Shots Please!'
Amazon Prime Video Friday announced their upcoming Original series titled "Four More Shots Please!" The series revolves around the lives of four young urban Indian women. In the first season, this 10-part comedy, drama and romance series is anchored in the unceasing friendship between the four women and revolves around their relationships, work-life conflicts, ambitions and anxieties as they deal with being women in the India of 2018. Created in collaboration with Rangita Pritish Nandy and produced by Pritish Nandy Communications, the show is directed by Anu Menon. Vijay Subramaniam, Director and Head, Content, Amazon Prime Video, India said in a statement, "'Four More Shots Please!' reflects the voices of the generation of Indian women who are independent in mind, body and thought. It's a story that hasn't been told yet in India and we're glad to have the perfect partners in Pritish Nandy Communications bringing this series to fruition. Rangita Pritish Nandy's vision and Anu Menon's .
Panipat: Arjun begins a 'journey like never before'
The cast and crew of 'Panipat' on Friday kick started the shooting of the much-anticipated period drama.Actors Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, took to their respective social media handles to share their enthusiasm on beginning the "new chapter."In his post, the 'Namaste England' star expressed his excitement on getting a chance to work with Ashutosh Gowariker and others in the flick. He tweeted, "Embarking on a journey like never before... with Ashu sir & our entire team."The 'Housefull 4' actor, who would soon commence the shoot, shared, "Our #Panipat journey begins today. Super excited for this new chapter.. gonna join you guys in 2days.. let's do this!"Also starring Sanjay Dutt and Madhuri Dixit, 'Panipat' is based on the 'Third Battle of Panipat' fought between the Maratha Empire lead by Sadashiv Rao Bhau and invading forces of Ahmad Shah Abdali, King of Afghanistan, on the big screen.The film's tagline reads 'The Great Betrayal', and it is scheduled for a December 6, 2019 ...
Speakers from 8 countries to participate in Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival
The 10th edition of Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival will see the participation of writers, poets and dignitaries from China, Italy, France, Australia, Singapore, USA, UK and Pakistan, alongside noted names from Indian literary circles.
Rana Daggubati pays tribute to Stan Lee at Tokyo Comic Con
Actor Rana Daggubati, who has dubbed for Thanos in the Telugu version of "Avengers: Infinity War", attended the opening ceremony of Comic Con Tokyo on Friday. He paid a tribute to the late Marvel Comics icon Stan Lee.
Can't watch any of my films: Shekhar Kapur
Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur says he cannot watch any film he has directed because then he can only see what he could have done better.
4th Indywood Film Carnival set to get underway
As many as 300 exhibitors, 5,000 marketing delegates and 500 investors from around the world will take part in the fourth edition of Indywood Film Carnival (IFC), a key media and entertainment expo, which will open here on Saturday.
Rocky Star may come up with wearable line inspired by '2.0'
Rocky Star, the costume designer of "2.0", says he might work on a wearable line inspired by the new science fiction film, starring Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar.
Awkwafina joins Comedy Central series
Actor Awkwafina is set to star in a TV series for Comedy Central. The half-hour scripted show, which is inspired by Awkwafina's formative years in New York City, stars the "Crazy Rich Asians" star as a young woman with dreams of living large while still residing with her father and grandmother in Queens. According to Entertainment Weekly, BD Wong will play her father, Lori Tan Chinn will be in the role of her grandmother, and Bowen Yang will play her more successful cousin. "I am so honoured to be given their platform to tell the story of an Asian-American girl against the backdrop of the city I was raised," Awkwafina said in a statement. Comedy Central has ordered 10 episodes of the comedy, which does not yet have a premiere date.
Tanushree Dutta-Nana Patekar case: Daisy Shah records statement
In a fresh turn of events in the Tanushree Dutta and Nana Patekar row, actor Daisy Shah on Thursday recorded her statement before police.Shah, who was working as an assistant choreographer under Ganesh Acharya in 'Horn Ok Pleassss', was summoned at the Oshiwara police station. The notice mentioned that she was present on the sets while the special dance number was being shot.Tanushree has alleged that Patekar misbehaved with her on the sets of the 2008 film while shooting for a special dance number for the movie, and later filed a first information report (FIR) against the 'Welcome' star.Patekar, however, has refused the allegations against him. His lawyer Aniket Nikam, told ANI, "All allegations against him (Nana Patekar) are false and far from the truth".
Bombay HC directs CBFC to examine 'Zero'
The Bombay High Court (HC) on Friday directed the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to examine Shah Rukh Khan's 'Zero'. It has been alleged that the film has hurt sentiments of the Sikh community.The court further asked CBFC to submit the report before December 18.The court's decision comes as a response to a petition, filed by Amritpal Singh Khalsa, who sought removal of scenes where SRK has been shown wearing a 'Kirpan' in the film (article of Sikh faith), stating that the "display of the Kirpan in such a way is blasphemous."In addition to this, earlier this month, Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee (DSGMC) general secretary, Manjinder Singh Sirsa sent a legal notice to Red Chillies Entertainment for allegedly hurting the sentiments of the Sikh community in the upcoming film, which is being co-produced by Gauri Khan under SRK's home banner production.As a response to the legal notice by DSGMC against the Aanand L. Rai-directorial, Red Chillies Entertainment on ...
'2.0' mints Rs. 20.25 crores on first day
Taking a super start at the box office, Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar starrer '2.0' minted Rs. 20.25 crores on the first day of its release.Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to share the news.He tweeted, "Non-holiday release... Non-festival period... Yet, #2Point0 takes a SUPER START... Keeping in mind the fact that it's a dubbed film + advance bookings opened very late, the biz is STRONG... Thu ? 20.25 cr. India biz. Note: HINDI version."Fans of Rajinikanth danced and rejoiced across Chennai as the much-anticipated movie 2.0 hit the screens on Thursday.Directed by S. Shankar, the flick stars the 'Khiladi' actor as a mysterious supervillain, who has the superpower to control crows and mobile phones. He has taken over the world with this ability. When the world is in a desperate need of a superhero, scientists and researchers bring back Chitti, the robot (Rajinikanth's character).Ensuring to 'reboot superpower', '2.0' brings Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, and ...
Good scripts hard to come by in Bollywood: Amyra Dastur
Actor Amyra Dastur says it is incredibly tough, especially for outsiders, to get good scripts in the Hindi film industry. The actor, who has worked in films like "Issaq", "Mr X" and "Kung Fu Yoga", said she came on board Leena Yadav's "Rajma Chawal" because it is a content-driven story. "Good scripts are difficult to come by in the industry, especially if you are an outsider. For me, it has always been about acting and I will do films which are content- driven," Amyra told PTI. The actor, however, believes audience has started driving the demand for good content as they are rejecting even a big ticket film like Aamir Khan's "Thugs of Hindostan" if the story is not appealing. "That's when you realise, especially in this industry, that a good script with good content is so scarce. Even our audience now, they don't want a 'Thugs..', we saw that. They want an 'Andhadhun' or a 'Bhadhaai Ho'. Our audience is craving content." Amyra, whose film "Rajma Chawal" will release on streaming giant .
'Daredevil' cancelled by Netflix
Streaming giant Netflix has decided to cancel Marvel's "Daredevil" after three seasons. The superhero drama, which starred Cox as the titular vigilante who operated as lawyer Matt Murdock by day, had kicked off Marvel TV's streaming universe. The project led to the launches of "Jessica Jones", "Luke Cage", "Iron Fist", and "The Punisher". "Marvel's Daredevil will not return for a fourth season on Netflix. We are tremendously proud of the show's last and final season and although it's painful for the fans, we feel it best to close this chapter on a high note. We're thankful to our partners at Marvel, showrunner Erik Oleson, the show's writers, stellar crew and incredible cast including Charlie Cox as Daredevil himself, and we're grateful to the fans who have supported the show over the years. "While the series on Netflix has ended, the three existing seasons will remain on the service for years to come, while the Daredevil character will live on in future projects for Marvel," the ...
Acting is not something that intrigues me: Krishna Shroff
Krishna Shroff, the younger sister of actor Tiger Shroff, says acting is not something that intrigues her.
Arjun Kapoor embarks on new journey of 'Panipat'
Actor Arjun Kapoor has started shooting for Ashutosh Gowariker's upcoming "Panipat" period drama.
Kavita Krishnamurthy, L. Subramaniam celebrate Indian classical music in New York
There was a little bit of emotion, chemistry and lots of music when globally renowned violinist Dr. L. Subramaniam and popular vocalist and his wife Kavita Krishnamurthy got onto the stage to celebrate the power of classical music at the Carnegie Hall here.
Disney's animated series inspired by Indian culture
"Mira, Royal Detective", an animated mystery-adventure series inspired by the culture and customs of India, is slated to debut on Disney Junior channel and programming blocks around the world in 2020. The production has already begun.
Kshitij Tarey, Sayeed Quadri join hands for track
Singer Kshitij Tarey, known for songs like "Tose naina lage" and "Aye Khuda", has come out with a new single titled "Iltejaa".
Nandita Das, Nawazuddin awarded at APSA (Lead, correcting headline)
Indian actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui and filmmaker Nandita Das have been awarded at the 12th Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) here.