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A song that Vajpayee requested Bhupen Hazarika to sing!
Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a connoisseur of poetry and music, was a great fan of Bhupen Hazarika and once requested the iconic singer-composer to sing a famous Assamese song when he was performing in the national capital. Hazarika was on the stage at the Ramlila ground in the late 90s when he received a small chit with Vajpayee's name written beneath it. Kamal Kataki, Hazarika's long-time associate who played the guitar at that concert, recalls that they were about to pack up when a man came with a small piece of paper. "On it was written Bhupenda's popular song 'Moi eti jajabor' ('I am a wanderer') and beneath it was Atalji's name," he recounts. "On Atalji's request, Bhupenda sang the song. Later on when we met him, he said that he was sitting in the front row waiting to hear that number," Kataki told PTI. "Woh gana sunne ke liye tadap raha tha isliye ye request bheja (I was dying to hear that song, so I sent the request)," he quoted Vajpayee as having told the singer. In 2004, Dadasaheb .
Kunal Kohli's next to be adaptation of 'Ramayana'
Bollywood Director Kunal Kohli announced on Thursday that his upcoming movie is going to be an adaptation of the Hindu epic 'Ramayana' and will be named 'Ram Yug'.Kohli took to Twitter and wrote, "#RamYug my next film. Need your Love, blessings & support."Reportedly, the movie will star newcomers in the titular roles of Ram and Sita.Kohli who is well known for his films, 'Hum Tum' and 'Fanaa' was last seen in a romantic drama film ' Phir Se' in 2016, which marked his acting debut.
Sonakshi's 'mantra' for instant dose of happiness
Actress Sonakshi Sinha says her mantra for an instant dose of happiness is to watch something that is light and happy.
Nothing more historic, modern than Ramayana: Kunal Kohli
Filmmaker Kunal Kohli, whose upcoming film has been titled "Ramyug", believes the Ramayana has very progressive thoughts which are relevant in the present time.
Music series featuring indie artistes' work launched
"Artist Aloud Unplugged" -- a music series featuring original content by independent artistes -- has been launched.
Madonna pays tribute to herself on 60th birthday
Singer Madonna has paid a tribute to herself on her 60th birthday by calling herself 'The Queen'.
Now a biopic on Jayalalithaa
The trend of biopics continues to be on the rise and next real-life personality to be immortalised on screen is former Tamil Nadu chief minister, J Jayalalithaa. Fondly called Amma, Jayalalithaa started her career as a popular South Indian actor and went on to become one of the most iconic political leaders in the country. She passed away on December 5, 2016 due to cardiac arrest. The film will be produced by Vibri Media, that is also backing '83' and NTR biopic, a release said. The makers plan to launch the movie's production on Jayalalithaa's birth anniversary, February 24. The first look of the film will be released on the same day. AL Vijay, best known for the award-winning "Madrasapattinam", will direct the film. The makers plan to release the film in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. The cast is yet to be locked but the film is expected to feature prominent faces from both the South and Bollywood.
Vajpayee spent three hours at Maha BJP functionary's wedding
Maharashtra BJP Office Secretary Mukund Kulkarni is still overwhelmed by the presence of Atal Bihari Vajpayee at his wedding ceremony in Delhi in 1996. "It was January 26. Atalji, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, reached my wedding venue in Delhi shortly after 10 am, after the Republic Day event in the national capital," Kulkarni said. "His presence at the wedding of a BJP 'karyakarta' (party worker) like me is a moment I shall cherish," Kulkarni told PTI. When Vajpayee was informed that the wedding 'muhurat' was at 12.40 pm, he said time was not an issue and stayed for over three hours, leaving only after the ceremony got over, Kulkarni said, mourning the veteran leader, who died today. "Atalji met everyone, including my mother and other family members," he said. State BJP spokesperson Keshav Upadhye said he had the "privilege" of watching Marathi movie Shwaas (The Breath), which was India's official entry to the 2004 Oscars. The film depicted the story of how an ..
It was totally unexpected: Zebby on getting 'Manmarziyan'
Actor Zebby Singh says bagging a role in "Manmarziyan", directed by Anurag Kashyap, was unexpected.
People recreating old songs don't have guts: Composer Amit Trivedi
National Award winning composer Amit Trivedi is against the trend of remaking and recreating old songs as he feels by doing this, the essence of the original track gets distorted.
Varun Dhawan wishes father David Dhawan on birthday
On the ocassion of the 63rd birthday of director David Dhawan, his son and actor Varun Dhawan penned a heartfelt message for his father.
Disney stands by decision to fire Gunn from 'Guardians...'
There has been a strong push to get James Gunn back as director of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" following his firing from the project. But Disney and Marvel have chosen to stand by their decision to not reinstate him as helmer for the movie.
UK regulator sticks to 14 pounds per share floor for Sky from Disney
LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's Takeover Panel said on Thursday it had confirmed its ruling that Walt Disney might have to offer at least 14 pounds a share to buy UK pay-television group Sky.
Singer Akasa Singh to debut as TV host
Popular for singing foot-tapping numbers like "Kheech meri photo" and "Thug Ranjha", singer Akasa Singh is all set to debut on television as a host for "Secret Side" on MTV Beats.
Michael Caine explains the ending of 'Inception'
Veteran actor Michael Caine has offered his take on the ending of Christopher Nolan's mind-bending feature "Inception". The 2010 film, considered a pioneer in the sci-fi genre, featured Leonardo DiCaprio as Dominic Cobb, a professional thief who steals information by infiltrating the subconscious or dreams of a person. The film's end scene where Cobb is eventually reunited with his children is often debated by the fans who wonder whether he was still in a dream or ultimately returned to reality. In an interview with Esquire magazine, Caine, 85, who played DiCaprio's mentor and father-in-law, Professor Stephen Miles, said Nolan had explained the film to him. "When I got the script of Inception, I was a bit puzzled by it, and I said to (Chris), 'I don't understand where the dream is'. I said, 'When is it the dream and when is it reality?'" he said. "He said, 'Well, when you're in the scene it's reality.' So, get that if I'm in it, it's reality. If I'm not in it, it's a dream," he ...
Will be cautious while adapting Ramayana for big screen: Kunal Kohli
Filmmaker Kunal Kohli is all set to bring Ramayana to the celluloid as "Ramyug" but the director says he will be cautious while adapting the Hindu epic for the big screen. The filmmaker "hopes and prays", the film, titled "Ramyug", will not run into a controversy, which has often been the case with mythological and historical projects. The epic was first adapted for television by Ramanand Sagar in 1988, the story also saw renditions in 2008 and 2012. "I have always been cautious while making any film. I got into a problem while we were making 'Fanaa.' These are unfortunate things that happen. One has to be cautious, which is why we have people like Narendra Kohli, our consultant. "If you see his body of work, you'll realise how accurate he is. Hopefully there'll be no problem. We have had Ramayan on TV till recently. So I hope and pray that we don't have these problems," Kunal told reporters. For the film, which goes on floors this year, the director has locked a fresh-faced star ...
Varun wishes dad David Dhawan on 66th birthday
Indian film director David Dhawan, who has delivered various comedy hits, turned 66 today.The 'Judwaa' director's son, actor Varun Dhawan wished him with a throwback picture on Instagram, writing, "Happy birthday pa. All I can say is I don't know anyone else who is as passionate about making movies like you. Can't wait to get back on set with u #DD #NO1"In the photo, senior Dhawan can be seen with actors Govinda and Satish Kaushik on the sets of 1996-superhit 'Saajan Chale Saural'.Varun also shared several snaps on his Instagram stories from his daddy dearest's birthday celebrations, one of them being a picture of a gifted scrapbook with a collage of many of his father's hit directorials.On the work front, Varun will next be seen in Sharat Katatria's directorial 'Sui Dhaga- Made in India' alongside Anushka Sharma. The story which is based on the stories of self-reliance and high spirits of the two central characters, Mamta and Mauji, rooted in an earthy town of India, will release on .
Keri Russell and Adam Driver to star in Broadway's 'Burn This'
Keri Russell is all set to join her 'Star Wars' co-star Adam Driver in the first Broadway revival of Lanford Wilson's 'Burn This'.The performances will begin in March 2019 at a theater which is yet to be announced and will be directed by Tony Award winner Michael Mayer, reported Variety.The highly praised original production of 'Burn This' was premiered in 1987, and starred John Malkovich along side Joan Allen in the main roles which will now be played by Driver and Russell. The additional casting and design team will be announced shortly."Burn This' is set in the 1980s and revolves around four New Yorkers, whose lives are shaken up and traumatized after a young dancer's accidental death. Driver will be seen playing the role of Pale, an impulsive, hyperactive restaurant manager who begins an emotional and passionate relationship with a sensitive dancer-choreographer Anna, played by Russell.Russell recently received her third Emmy nomination for her role as Elizabeth Jennings in FX'S ..
R.J Cutler to make podcast series on Trump
"The War Room" film director R.J. Cutler is making a foray into the podcast world with "The Oval Office Tapes", which will depict the inner workings of the current White House.
Actor inside me was restless: Anup Soni on moving to films
Popular TV actor Anup Soni says he has taken a "selfish call" to do movies as the big screen space is more exciting today. Soni, who has been the face of crime drama series "Crime Patrol" for about nine years, has bid adieu to the show to focus on his film career. He admits the show helped him earn credibility and respect as an actor. "The (hosting) stint went on for long. The show became popular and I did not think it will run this long. I am focusing on films now. "The actor inside me was restless and I wanted to focus more on acting. I had to take this call, it was a selfish call as an actor," the actor told PTI. It was during the last quarter of 2017 that Soni decided to leave the small screen. Fortunately, at the same time, he says, he got Ekta Kapoor's webseries "The Test Case". "I was somewhere missing acting in films. I requested makers that I would like to focus on films and they were ok with it. They wanted me to complete my contract that ended this March-April." In the ...