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Mumbai, July 14 (UNI) The first look of the forthcoming period drama series "The Revolutionaries", helmed by filmmaker Nikkhil Advani, has been officially released. An adaptation of Sanjeev Sanyal's celebrated book 'Revolutionaries: The Other Story of How India Won Its Freedom', the show stars a fresh and compelling cast including Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta and Gurfateh Pirzada. Backed by producers Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani under the Emmay Entertainment banner, the film is slated for a global premiere next year, streaming across 240 plus countries and territories including India, on Prime Video. Talking about the series, Nikkhil Advani said, "We're thrilled to work once again with our long-standing collaborators at Prime Video, who are wholly supportive and encouraging of our vision. We have brought together an exceptional crew and cast, led by Bhuvan, Rohit, Pratibha and Gurfateh, who are ready to fully immerse themselves in the spirit of this story and breathe life into these iconic characters. We are committed to crafting a narrative that is both authentic and impactful for audiences across the globe".
New Delhi: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday carried out searches at 15 places in Mumbai and Kochi in connection with the Mithi River desilting scam that caused a wrongful loss of more than Rs 65 crore to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), official sources said. The massive crackdown is underway at the premises across Mumbai and Kochi linked to the accused and suspects as part of an ongoing probe into alleged financial irregularities. According to the sources, the searches are being carried out under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) at locat ...Read More >
Mumbai: The latest episode of the streaming chat show 'Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle' was laced with humour, pranks, and some confessions. Bollywood multi-hyphenate Karan Johar, who for a change graced the other side of the couch, shocked actress Janhvi Kapoor when he said that he had been intimately involved with one of her family members. However, KJo soon clarified that he said it in jest to draw a reaction from the actress whose film 'Homebound' has been sent as India's official entry to the upcoming edition of the Academy Awards. While playing 'truth or lie', Janhvi challenged Karan ...Read More >
While Diwali celebrations are lighting up the skies and houses are buzzing with chatter and laughter as families gather to celebrate the festival of lights, new shows and movies are making their way onto streaming giants for the fans to enjoy. From movies to shows, national as well as international, will be premiering on the over-the-top (OTT) platforms during the weekend. So grab your drinks, popcorn, and other favourite snacks to take a look at the long list of releases this weekend. They Call ...Read More >
Sir OTT Release: The upcoming Tamil Action Drama 'Sir' is all set to premiere on 6th December in Prime Video. The film hit the theaters on 18th October 2024 and opened with positive response from the audience. The story of the film follows the life of a teacher who initiates a fight against the education system who want to turn the whole education system into a profit-making business. The Streaming platform shared the trailer of the film, the teaser begins with a man arriving in the village. The man is a teacher and has arrived in that village to guide the educate the students. However, as ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Rekha's cult film 'Umrao Jaan' is all set to enchant the audience once again on June 27. Director Muzaffar Ali and Rekha hosted a special re-release screening of the film today in Mumbai. The event was graced by AR Rahman, Tabu, Anil Kapoor and others. Rekha stunned everyone in a traditional white outfit with golden embroidery that reminded of her iconic character of Umrao Jaan from the film. She posed for the camera with the director and ace music composer AR Rahman. Rekha can also be seen dancing with Anil Kapoor in a fun moment. Superstar Aamir Khan looked dash ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Following the tremendous success of the primary season of Amazon MX Player's show based on Chartered Accountants, "Half CA", the viewers are eagerly waiting for the release of season 2. Commemorating the National Chartered Accountants' Day on Tuesday, the streaming platform has released a new teaser from the show. The latest season will carry forward Archie Mehta's (played by Ahsaas Channa) CA journey as she commences her Articleship. We will get to see how she copes with the long hours, mounting responsibilities, and emotional burnout, along with the massive ...Read More >
In the last few months, several reports stated that YouTuber-actor Bhuvan Bam is set to make his Bollywood debut with a Dharma Productions film. He will reportedly team up with Wamiqa Gabbi for Kuku Ki Kundali, a quirky romantic comedy directed by Sharan Sharma. Now, Bhuvan has himself confirmed his Bollywood debut with Karan Johar's Dharma. He shared a picture of the signed 'Artist agreement' with Dharma on his Instagram account, and expressed his excitement about his dream coming true. Bhuvan ...Read More >
Upcoming Romantic OTT Releases In December: The end of 2024 will definitely end on a romantic note as some of the most popular romantic movies and shows are going to be released. These OTT releases are much awaited which is soon going to hit the digital space. From shows like Mismatched Season 3 to Kannada movies such as Murphy, everything to watch this month on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney + Hotstar, Zee5 and other streaming platforms. Bandish Bandit Season 2 (Prime Video) ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sonakshi Sinha has given some tremendous performances during her tenure as an actress, but there is still one thing she wishes to try out - a biopic. During an exclusive interaction with IANS, Sonakshi expressed her desire to be a part of a biographical drama. When asked what more she would like to do as an actor", the 'Dabangg' actress shared that she is just looking at roles that challenge her in different ways and portray her in different ways. Speaking to IANS, she said, "I do not wish to do something which I have already done before or something which I ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) Actors Jaideep Ahlawat and Nimrat Kaur are the new nemesis of Manoj Bajpayee's spy Srikant Tiwary in the upcoming third season of "The Family", streaming service Prime Video has announced. The OTT platform on Friday shared the first glimpse of the new season of the series, which will see Bajpayee reprise his character of Tiwari, a middle-class guy and a world-class spy. "The wait is over. New season. New mission. #TheFamilyManOnPrime, coming soon in 2025," Prime Video posted on its official social media handles along with the teaser. Created and directed by Raj Nidim ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 1 (PTI) Actor Rajkummar Rao on Tuesday said he was looking for an opportunity to step out of the box and he found it in "Maalik" where he essays the role of a gangster. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Allahabad, the action thriller is a hard-hitting tale of ambition, power, and survival that explores the price of rising in a world ruled by guns, greed, and loyalty. It is directed by filmmaker Pulkit of "Bhakshak" fame. "There are very few instances when an actor gets the opportunity to break an image, and I'm always looking for such roles, like I did with 'Srikanth'. "A ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: For 50 years, Sholay has stood as the most celebrated landmark of Indian cinema. This Independence Day, NH Studioz -- one of India largest and most influential custodians of film rights -- will unite the country in a shared moment of nostalgia and pride by bringing the restored Sholay to audiences nationwide and beyond. - Restored version of the iconic film to air on Doordarshan and NH Studioz FAST channels this Independence Day as Sholay celebrates 50 years. The golden jubilee celebration will span multiple platforms: * Doordarshan - 1:00 PM telecas ...Read More >
The trailer of Rise & Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover, showcases the clash between Rulers in luxury and Workers in hardship. Featuring 16 celebrities, the Banijay Asia show premieres Sept 6 on MX Player. Mumbai: The trailer of the upcoming streaming reality show Rise & Fall was unveiled on Monday. The video sets the tone for a brutal divide between two opposite worlds -- the Rulers and the Workers. The Rulers bask in luxury inside a lavish penthouse, while the Workers grind in a bare-basics base ...Read More >
Manoj Bajpayee warns that the Indian film industry's obsession with box office numbers, likened to Bhasmasura, threatens independent cinema. Manoj Bajpayee, one of India's most respected actors, has spoken out against the growing focus on box office numbers in the film industry. Bajpayee warns that the obsession with collections can be harmful. He describes it as a "monster" that could end up hurting even the people who created it. His comments come ahead of the release of his upcoming film, Jug ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Producers and distributors say it is too early to assess the exact implication of US president Donald Trump's announcement of a 100 per cent tariff on foreign-made films but if it applies to Indian films releasing in America, then the ticket rates will go up. On Monday, Trump reiterated his comments in May by announcing that he will be imposing a "100 per cent tariff" on any and all movies that are "made outside of the United States". Asked about Trump's latest announcement, Shibasish Sarkar, president of the Producers Guild of India, said he is taking a wait and watc ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): National award-winning actor, Rishab Shetty, is all set to star in one of the most ambitious historical dramas in recent years, titled 'The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.' The film, a grand retelling of the life of one of India's greatest warrior kings, will showcase the legendary rise of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a revered figure who reshaped Indian history and fought to protect his kingdom from Mughal invaders. The movie promises to be a visual spectacle, featuring groundbreaking action sequences, stunning VFX, and a powerfu ...Read More >
New Delhi: After a long absence from the Hindi film industry, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is getting ready to return with a new project, much to everyone's delight. With the highly anticipated film 'Jee Le Zaraa' co-starring Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, the renowned actress is getting ready for a successful return after a six-year absence. Though Priyanka is currently occupied with shooting the Prime Video series 'Citadel season 2', she has recently disclosed thrilling details about her next Hindi film ventures. She met with producers and examined screenplays, hinting at a promising project in an i ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 14 (PTI) Prime Video on Monday unveiled the first look of its upcoming period drama "The Revolutionaries", directed by Nikkhil Advani and starring Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf and Pratibha Ranta. Backed by Emmay Entertainment, the series is an adaptation of the book "Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom", written by Sanjeev Sanyal. It also features Gurfateh Pirzada and Jason Shah. The series will premiere in 2026. "For me, 'The Revolutionaries' is a deeply enriching and enlightening experience. Sanjeev Sanyal's powerful book has given us a compelling founda ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 6 (PTI) Streaming platform Prime Video and Excel Entertainment have teamed up for their next supernatural horror series "Andhera". The eight-episode drama is written by Gaurav Desai, Raaghav Dar, Chintan Sarda, and Karan Anshuman, and directed by Raaghav Dar. Starring Priya Bapat, Karanvir Malhotra, Prajakta Koli, and Surveen Chawla, the chilling investigative drama with supernatural elements will be set in Mumbai where a fearless cop and a haunted medical student must take on this living darkness to avert impending doom, according to the official logline. Nikhil Madhok, dire ...Read More >
Actress Ananya Panday has recently shared her aspirations to take on some of Kareena Kapoor's most iconic characters. Actress Ananya Panday has recently shared her aspirations to take on some of Kareena Kapoor's most iconic characters. The actress, known for her urban girl roles in films like "Student of the Year 2" and "Gehraiyaan," expressed excitement at the challenge of stepping into a completely different, more rooted character like "Chameli" and Dolly from "Omkara." During her recent appearance on Raj Shamani's podcast, Ananya said, "I would love to do something like Chameli or Dolly ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4: Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo featuring Aamir Kh ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) The first look of the upcoming period-drama 'The Revolutionaries' was unveiled on Monday. It features an ensemble cast led by Bhuvan Bam, Rohit Saraf, Pratibha Ranta, Gurfateh Pirzada and Jason Shah, and shows the fight for freedom put up by the Indian revolutionaries against the British imperial power. The series is created and directed by Nikkhil Advani, and is based on the acclaimed book, 'Revolutionaries: The Other Story Of How India Won Its Freedom'. It tells the story of brave young Indian freedom fighters who believed that armed resistance was not just ...Read More >
Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reviewed the ongoing restoration work of the historic Mubarak Mandi complex, which was the power centre of the Dogra kings in Jammu, and stressed on enhancing its heritage appeal. The Mubarak Mandi Complex is one of Jammu's most significant architectural heritage sites and is envisioned as a comprehensive cultural centre, housing museums, conference venues and heritage hospitality services. Accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Yudhvir Sethi during the visit, the chief minister was briefed in detail on the multi-phas ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 5 (ANI): Actors Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's rom-com 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,' which opened to mixed reviews on October 2, has completed its third day with limited growth. As per the latest update shared by trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has collected Rs 23.92 crore so far. Also Read | Comedian Samay Raina's 'Sugar Daddy' Joke Tagging Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal Sparks Online Buzz; Dhanashree Verma's Indirect Reaction Goes Viral (View Posts). According to Adarsh, the movie saw some growth on Saturday; however, it still couldn't reach th ...Read More >
This is a celebration of everyone who worked so passionately on the film, says the celebrated director. History was made as Payal Kapadia became the first Indian director to have won a Golden Globe nomination for Best Director. Her much talked about movie, 'All We Imagine as Light' has won two GG nominations in total. One for Best Director and the other for Best Motion Picture (Non-English). The two prestigious nominations at the 82nd Golden Globes mark a milestone in Indian cinema. After Canne ...Read More >
Kolkata: Director Arun Roy, known for five feature films including 'Egaro', 'Hiralal', '8/12 (Binay Badal Dinesh)' and 'Bagha Jatin', died of a severe lung infection on Thursday morning at the RG Kar Medical College after battling cancer. Roy, who had an intense passion for making historical films based on the freedom movement, was 52. The one word that defines Roy as a director is "courage". It was manifested in his conviction of being able to direct period films in Bengal on a meagre budget and the resolution to direct films on freedom fighters while working in thriller-obsessed Tollywood. ...Read More >
Imphal, June 7 (UNI) Three militants were nabbed in separate incidents during the last 24 hours in Manipur, police said on Saturday. Manipur Police arrested a militant from Moidangpok Awang Leikai from Khumbong Bazar under Imphal West District, they said. Security forces arrested a militant from the Elangkhanpokpi Mayai Leikai area under Kakching district. Security forces apprehended a militant from Wangoo Samushang in Bishnupur district and elected members from Kumbi area. In an operation, one M16 rifle, one bolt-action rifle, three pull-mechanism rifles, three improvised mortars, and fiv ...Read More >
Karan Johar has launched the brand new reality series Pitch To Get Rich and it has got all the attention from fashion enthusiasts. The show series created by the Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF) and Dharmatic Entertainment, aims to support the next generation of fashion entrepreneurs and convert their creativity into serious business. The fashion entrepreneur reality series not only gives a platform to those new in the fashion industry but also a chance to secure a huge investment pool. Pitch to ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: The second season of the acclaimed documentary series 'An Optimist's Guide to the Planet', hosted by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador and 'Game of Thrones' star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, premiered Wednesday. It featured the mangrove restoration work under the Enhancing Climate Resilience of India's Coastal Communities (ECRICC) initiative in Odisha. ECRICC is a collaborative effort of the Green Climate Fund under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India, and the state Forest, Environment and Climate Change dep ...Read More >
In India - the world's largest film-producing country, only 31% of films and series meet key gender equality metrics. The fact that women hold just 12% of the analyzed leadership roles in top 25 entertainment firms is a real eye-opener. These numbers are from the O Womaniya!2024 Report - the most definitive study on female representation in Indian entertainment, championed by Prime Video, researched by Ormax Media, and produced by Film Companion Studios. The report reveals a harsh truth about Indian entertainment: the industry is known for shaping narratives and influencing societal norms, ye ...Read More >