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When the 'Golmaal' gang met 'Simmba'
The team of Rohit Shetty's 'Golmaal' recently joined Ranveer Singh and Sara Ali Khan on the sets of their upcoming film 'Simmba' and combination surely packs a powerful punch.Ever since Rohit Shetty announced 'Simmba', fans couldn't wait to see what is in store for them with Bollywood powerhouse Ranveer Singh in the lead.Ranveer took to his Instagram and uploaded photos and boomerang videos from the sets with Arshad Warsi, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Kemmu and Sara.In the picture, the actors, along with director Rohit Shetty, can be seen giving a thumbs up to cameras. "Hamari film mein chaar chand lag gaye," Bollywood's Bajirao wrote alongside.While in the video, the actors performed the steps from the 'Golmaal's title track.'Simmba' is a remake of 2015 Telugu blockbuster 'Temper' and will mark the debut of Saif Ali Khan's daughter, Sara. The star cast also includes Sonu Sood.Produced by Karan Johar, the film will is scheduled to release on December 28.
'Padmaavat', 'Mahanati' in IFFI's 2018 Indian Panorama section
Epic big screen dramas like "Padmaavat" and "Mahanati", as well as features like "Nagarkirtan", "Sinjar" and "Bhayanakam" are a part of the selection of Indian Panorama films for the 49th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Goa next month.
Kanye West to stay away from Trump politics
Rapper Kanye West, who has been until now a vocal US President Donald Trump supporter, has decided to distance himself from politics and said he felt "used".
Anupam Kher resigns as FTII chairman
Veteran actor Anupam Kher on Wednesday resigned as the chairman of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII).The 63-year-old, who has started shooting for his international project titled 'New Amsterdam', took to Twitter to share the news and cited his busy schedule as the reason behind his resignation."It has been an honour, a privilege & a great learning experience to be the Chairman of the prestigious FTII. But because of my international assignments I won't have much time to devote at the institute. Hence decided to send my resignation. Thank you," tweeted 'The Accidental Prime Minister' actor.The veteran actor also attached a letter dated October 30, 2018, addressed to Information and Broadcasting Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore.In the letter, Kher has stated that last year, when he was approached by Union Minister Smriti Irani to be appointed as the Chairman, he informed her about his professional commitments."I did share with her that I was due to be stationed in ...
Andrew Garfield joins Gia Coppola's 'Mainstream'
American actor Andrew Garfield is all set to star in Gia Coppola's new romance film titled 'Mainstream'.Apart from Garfield, Maya Hawke, Nat Wolff, and Jason Schwartzman will also star in the film, reported Variety.The story will be co-written by Gia Coppola and Tom Stuart and is based on an unconventional and eccentric love triangle and cautionary tale of preserving your identity within the fast moving internet age.'La La Land' producer Fred Berger is producing the film, the shooting for which will commence at the end of 2018.Coppola most recently helmed 'Palo Alto', which starred Jack Kilmer, Wolff, Emma Roberts, and James Franco.Garfield's credits include 'The Social Network, 'The Amazing Spider-Man' films, and 'Hacksaw Ridge', for which he also earned a best actor Oscar nomination. The 35-year-old actor also won a Tony award for 'Angels in America' this year.Hawke's credits include the role of Jo March in the BBC and Masterpiece miniseries adaptation of 'Little Women'. She has ...
Bharatanatyam with a flight of imagination and confluence of mediums
"Antariksha Sanchar" is a unique fantasy production with six classical Bharatanatyam performers, led by veteran danseuse Jayalakshmi Eshwar, dancing to the beat of electronic music. It's a riveting tale of airplane flights and the "irrational world of dreams and rational world of (Indian maths genius) Ramanujan", its creator says.
'Lovesick' makers intended to explore universal world of AIDS patients
Two US-based filmmakers, Ann S. Kim and Priya Giri Desai, have made a documentary titled "Lovesick" which revolves around the love story of a HIV positive couple. As the documentary had its India premiere at the 20th Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, the makers said they wanted to explore the universal condition of all HIV patients through an Indian story.
Anupam Kher quits as FTII chief
Veteran actor Anupam Kher said on Wednesday that he had quit as Chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) here, a year after his appointment, citing his international assignments as the reason.
Sexual exploitation rampant in fashion world, say male models
A decade ago, Madhur Bhandarkar's "Fashion" showed the dark side of the fashion industry, an aspect of it highlighting the exchange of sexual favours for work.
Abyakto selected for competitive section in Kolkta film fest
Bengali film 'Abyakto' focusing on the complex relationship between a mother and son has been selected for the Indian Language Competition Section of 24th Kolkata International Film Festival, the producers said in a statement Wednesday. The Indian Language Competition Section is one of the sections in the Competition Category of 24th KIFF 2018 with the other categories being International Competition, Innovation in Moving Images, Competition on Indian Language's Films, Asian Select (NETPAC Award) and Competition on Indian Documentary Films. This edition of KIFF will be held from November 10 - 17 in the state-run auditorium Nandan and some other theatres across the city. Directed by young film maker Arjunn Dutta, 'Abyakto' has an ensemble cast of Arpita Chatterjee, Adil Hussain, Anubhav Kanjilal, Samontak Dyuti Maitra and others, the statement said. Besides being screened in KIFF's competition category, 'Abyakto' has also been selected in the Indian Panorama section of .
'Hichki' mints Rs. 200 cr globally
Rani Mukerji's 'Hichki' is doing wonders at the global box office as the film has crossed the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide.Film critic Taran Adarsh shared the news on Twitter and also revealed the collection. He wrote, "#Hichki crosses Rs 200 cr mark globally...#India GrossBOC: Rs 58 cr #Overseas GrossBOC: Rs 20 cr [excluding China] #China GrossBOC: Rs 131.72 cr [till 30 Oct 2018; still running] #Worldwide GrossBOC: Rs 209.72 cr."'Hichki' is the story of Naina, played by Rani, who has a nervous system disorder, Tourette syndrome that forces an individual to make involuntary repetitive movements or sounds. She faces discrimination from the society that believes she cannot become a teacher because of her disorder.Given the universal appeal of the film, it has witnessed a staggering reception across the world.Directed by Siddharth Malhotra and produced by Maneesh Sharma, the movie was released in India on March 23.
Gujarat: PM Modi visits 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat Complex'
Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi on Wednesday visited the 'Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat Complex' after inaugurating the Statue of Unity in Gujarat.Along with him, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief Amit Shah, Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani and others also paid a visit to the museum and the audio-visual gallery.After his visit, the Prime Minister also signed the visitors' book at the complex.Prime Minister Modi inaugurated Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 'Statue of Unity' on the occasion his 143rd birth anniversary. Located on Sadhu-Bet Island, Gujarat, the 182-metre tall statue occupies over 20,000 square meters, and is surrounded by a 12 square km artificial lake. The structure has the accolade of being the tallest statue in the world.
Here's the teaser of 'Manzoor-e-Khuda' from 'Thugs of Hindostan'
The makers of 'Thugs of Hindostan' have unveiled the teaser of a new song from the much-anticipated film, called 'Manzoor-e-Khuda'.Yash Raj Films shared the teaser on their official Twitter handle. "This Diwali, get ready for an explosion of action & adventure! #ManzooreKhuda SONG TEASER," the post read.In one-minute, thirteen-second clip, Katrina looks her sizzling best in a shimmery gold outfit paired with a number of jewelry pieces. The 'Bang Bang' actor is oozing oomph with her scintillating and energetic dance moves.The video also features glimpses of Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Amitabh Bachchan, along with some captivating visuals and stunning visual effects.The song is sung by Sukhwinder Singh, Sunidhi Chauhan, and Shreya Ghoshal, and is composed by music-director duo Ajay-Atul. Lyricist Amitabh Bhattacharya has penned the lyrics for the number.Thugs of Hindostan' will witness two of the biggest Bollywood superstars- Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan- sharing screen ...
Anupam Kher resigns as FTII chief
Veteran actor Anupam Kher said on Wednesday that he has resigned as the Chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, due to his commitment to his international assignments.
An actor's life is a roller coaster: Patrick Fabian
Regret and comparisons can eat one's soul, says "Better Call Saul" star Patrick Fabian, who believes an actor has to learn to live with it.
Dharamshala Film Festival to focus on #MeToo, local filmmakers (Curtain Raiser)
In its seventh edition, the Dharamshala International Film Festival, which gets underway here on Thursday, will have a bouquet of 46 films with a focus on those from Himachal Pradesh, apart from having a panel discussion on the #MeToo movement in India.
Women's portrayal in cinema hasn't changed: Neena Gupta (Movie Snippets)
Veteran actress Neena Gupta says the portrayal of women in Hindi cinema has not changed and will take time.
Kher resigns as FTII chairman citing commitment to international TV show
Actor Anupam Kher has resigned as the chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India citing commitments to an international TV show for which he has to be stationed in the US. In his resignation letter to Information and Broadcasting Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore , he said that due to his commitment to the show he will be stationed in the US for "nearly nine months between 2018 and 2019 and then for a similar period for a minimum of three years more". "Given this assignment it would not be fair to me, the students and management team, for me to hold a position of such responsibility and accountability, without being actively involved in the operations," he said in his resignation letter. His resignation letter has been accepted by Rathore, who thanked Kher for his services to the premier institute, sources said. Kher had replaced Gajendra Chauhan, who had a controversial tenure, as the head of the Pune-based institute in October last year.
Bhushan Patel's 'Amavas' to release on Dec 14
On the occasion of Halloween on Wednesday, the makers of "Amavas" unveiled the film's first look and announced that it will release on December 14.
Building audience for a film pre-release important: Screwvala
With Vasan Bala's "Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota" garnering praise at the 20th Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, producer Ronnie Screwvala says building an audience before a film's release is very important for its business.