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Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared a picture where he unveiled Mumbai Joint Commissioner Vishwas Patil’s book on the 26/11 attacks. He shared the picture on Instagram, where the two personalities can be seen smiling at the camera. Amitabh and Patil are seen holding the book ‘Head Held High’ as they posed for the camera. Alongside the […]...

Makers of the Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Marathi comedy, Ab Aani CD, are all set to start shooting for their next project.

The Marathi language film is based on the bestselling novel "Chandramukhi" by Vishwas Patil.

Director Prasad Oak is on board to direct. Shooting of the film is slated to begin in November. The yet-to-be titled film has been produced under the banners of Planet Marathi and Golden Ratio Films by Akshay Bardapurkar and Piiyush Singh respectively.

" 'Chandramukhi' is a perfect example of a content-driven piece that will move the audience. The film explores the realities of a spellbinding woman who finds herself on an unconventional path. We are excited to tell this story. At the same time, there is the huge responsibility to retain the authenticity of the bestseller by Vishwas Patil. We have a blend of talented filmmakers, musicians, and artistes who are known for their craft. This...

Film: "Rajjo"; Cast: Kangana Ranaut, Paras Arora, Prakash Raj and Mahesh Manjrekar; Director: Vishwas Patil; Rating: *1/2 - falls flat.

Films about prostitutes, with or without a heart of gold, have fascinated filmmakers and viewers from the time Nargis and Meena Kumari did "Adalat" and "Pakeezah", respectively.

Then there was Sharmila Tagore carrying the concept of the pristine prostitute to the peaks of sublimity in Shakti Samanta's "Amar Prem".

With time, the concept of the prostitute with a halo has lost its sheen. Virginity and sexual sacrifices are no longer the sacrosanct commodities they once.

Actress Kangana Ranaut visit the dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, Ajmer along with Director Vishwas Patil, to seek blessings for her forthcoming film Rajjo on Tuesday.

Rajjo is produced by Four Pillar Films starring Kangana Ranaut, Paras Arora, Prakash Raj & Mahesh Manjrekar and set to release on 15th November 2013.

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New Delhi, Nov 12: The Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc) has advised the makers of forthcoming film "Rajjo" to raise the on-screen age of the movie's hero from 18 years to 21 years. Director Vishwas Patil respects the decision.

The movie, releasing Friday, features Kangana Ranaut as a 24-year-old nautch girl, who is seen getting married to a character named Chandu, who is aged 18.

This has not gone down well with the censors as the legal marriageable age for men in India is 21.

A source close to the film says the censor board conjectures that this will send out a wrong message to the youngsters,.

New Delhi, Nov 11: Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will Tuesday visit the dargah of Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti along with Vishwas Patil, director of her forthcoming film "Rajjo", to seek blessings for the movie.

The duo will visit the holy shrine Tuesday afternoon, and according to sources close to the team, they will be there for an hour.

Confirming it, Patil said in a statement: "Kangana and I are visiting Ajmer Sharif for taking Baba's blessings...It's been hundred years of Indian cinema and I have tried to make a different film, so I need Baba's love."

"Rajjo", releasing Friday, has Kangana essaying.

New Delhi, Oct 8: Home Minister of India, Sushil Kumar Shinde, recently launched the music of Kangana Ranaut starrer 'Rajjo' in Mumbai.

Speaking on the occasion, Shinde claimed that he attended the event only for Vishwas Patil, the director of the film.

"Vishwas Patil ji is a govt. officer, an Ias officer, he was also a collector, a bureaucrat, a novel writer and when such bureaucrats present themselves as artist I really like it," he said.

Rajjo, which is set to release on 15th November, is a romantic journey of a 'nautch' girl in the most extraordinary circumstances. (Ani)...

Mumbai, Oct 28: Kangana Ranaut, who plays a nautch girl in "Rajjo", says to get into the skin of her character, she met some of the courtesans of Nagpada, a place in South Mumbai.

Directed by Vishwas Patil, "Rajjo" is based on the life of a prostitute and Kangana's character is based in Nagpada.

"My director (Vishwas Patil) gave me all the research material when I signed the film," Kangana revealed here at the music launch of the film.

"Besides, I also made two-three visits to Nagpada, where my character in the film is based. I talked to some of the courtesans there to understand their character, their state.

18-year-old Paras Arora will be seen making his debut in Vishwas Patil's Rajjo.The very first shot in any actor's career is something which is unforgettable. There's a mixture of nervousness as well as excitement. This seems to hold true for newbie Paras Arora as well, who had a rather bizarre first shot with his co-star Kangana Ranaut in the film Rajjo. Recalls the actor, remember I had to grab Kangana's throat in my very first shot. It was difficult but Kangana was v...

The Honourable Home Minister, Sushil Kumar Shinde, is expected to attend the grand music launch of this Uttam Singh composed musical and the man responsible for making this happen is none other than the director of Rajjo, Sahitya Academy Award winner, Vishwas Patil. This accomplished writer turned director who has taken a two year break from Government service to make this film, enjoys the goodwill and patronage of many including the leaders of the nation and it is for this very reason, that the Home Minister has acceded to his request to attend the music launch of his very first venture in Bollywood. Says a visually delighted Vishwas Patil, "I am thankful that Home Minister Mr. Sushil Kumar Shinde who has agreed to attend my Music Launch. I am obliged for that. Basically he is a lover of my literature and art. He has read my books, he is a...

National Award winning actress, Kangana Ranaut's latest release Rajjo sees her playing a nautch girl who falls in love with Chandu, a young Brahmin boy played by Paras Arora who also makes his debut with this Vishwas Patil directed film. Despite making a film on a controversial subject such as the life of a prostitute, Director Vishwas Patil has ensured that his film does not fall prey to cheap gimmicks such as incorporating sensuous or vulgar scenes which might end up dilutin...

New Delhi, Oct 25: Vishwas Patil's "Rajjo" is based on the life of a prostitute, but the director has ensured that no inappropriate dialogues or bold scenes are included in the film.

"I always wanted to make a family film, and you can see this in my film as well, although it is about a prostitute who tries hard to survive. I did not use any abusive language and hot scenes in the film," Patil said in a statement.

The director wanted his debut film to be a complete family entertainer.

"My priority was to make a family film rather than a film for a particular age group. I can assure you that you can watch this film with your family," he said.

At a time when item numbers seem to be an essential feature of films.

Kolkata, Oct 7: Happy to experiment with different roles - from a supergirl to a prostitute to a gangster -in her forthcoming films, Bollywood actress Kangna Ranaut Monday waxed eloquent about her role in "Krrish 3" where she plays "the country's only superwoman".

The curly haired beauty has a stellar line up of films like "Ungli", "Queen", "Rajjo" and "Revolver Rani". In "Queen" she plays a very sensitive and vulnerable woman whereas in "Revolver Rani" she will be seen as a dacoit-cum-gangster.

In Vishwas Patil's "Rajjo", the actress is set to wow audiences with her portrayal of a nautch girl.

"Each one (film) is so special that I can't single out a special film. But I think 'Krrish 3' is very special. I am probably.

Kangana is going through interesting times as she has now entered the by-lanes of 'kothas' and enacting the part of a 'mujre-waali' for her author backed part in Rajjo. At the core of it, this Vishwas Patil directed film is a love story between her and a young teenage Brahmin boy (played by Paras Arora). kothas & met women working there for Rajjo'>Read More...

Kangana is going through interesting times as she has now entered the by-lanes of 'kothas' and enacting the part of a 'mujre-waali' for her author backed part in Rajjo. At the core of it, this Vishwas Patil directed film is a love story between her and a young teenage Brahmin boy (played by Paras Arora). Both Vishwas and Kangana were sure that Rajjo had to carry certain innocence and vulnerability while still being contemporary and real since the film is set in...

Now this was totally unexpected but it is happening. Ram Leela, the promo of which has just been unveiled, was all set to enjoy a solo release in the coming festive season. However, the film would now have company, what with Kangna Ranaut's Rajjo all set to clash with the Sanjay Leela Bhansali's musical drama.

"Makers of Rajjo, M.H. Shah and U.A. Karande, were waiting for an apt time to bring the film. Though Kangna plays a prostitute in the film, it isn't a grim affair by any means. Instead, it is a colourful affair as well and joins Ram Leela in painting the screen red. Pun intended," informs the source who called to share the developments.

Apparently, quite some thought was given before 15th November was decided as the release date for Rajjo, which would incidentally arrive just 12 days after Kangna would be seen kicking...

Mumbai, Sep 27: "Ram Leela", featuring actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, was to enjoy a solo release Nov 15, but now Kangana Ranaut-starrer "Rajjo" will also hit the screens on the same date.

Both the movies will release Nov 15.

"I was waiting for an apt time to bring the film. Even though the main character Kangana (or Rajjo) plays a 'mujrawali' in the film, it isn't sombre or depressing by any means," "Rajjo" director Vishwas Patil said in a statement.

With "Rajjo" and "Ram Leela" releasing on the same date, the audience will not only get a chance to see two different genres at the box office,.

Critically acclaimed for the award winning historical series 'Veer Shivaji', 17-year old Paras Arora is soon to make his big Bollywood debut in Vishwas Patil's upcoming film Rajjo.The story was originally written by Jayant Pawar, who has won a prestigious Sahitya Academy National award this year. Ironically, the director of the film, Mr. Vishwas Patil, had won the same award 10 years from...

Going by the reports on the magnanimity at which it is being shot, Kangana Ranaut’s forthcoming film Rajjo is surely going to be a feast to the eyes. It is learnt that renowned author turned-filmmaker Vishwas Patil is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the film attains a realistic look and for that he is going to all lengths. So much so that the Four Pillar Films, who have produced the film, have actually spent a staggering amount to recreate the red light area of Grant Road in Borivali. Read More...

‘Rajjo’ is the dream project of Vishwas Patil. This is the first film directional venture of the renowned writer and historian. The story of ‘Rajjo’ is based on the background of the decaying mujra houses and the lead female actress in the film plays the role of a ‘nautchwali’ or dancing girl. Prakash Raj and Mahesh Manjrekar will be playing critical characters in the movie. Vishwas Patil was in the lookout for his heroine for the real life, musical film. He finally chose Kangana Ranaut for the role. It is an impeccable choice as she has the beauty and the charm, and has proven beyond doubt that she is a good actress too. Spea...

Going by the reports on the magnanimity at which it is being shot, Kangana Ranaut's forthcoming film Rajjo is surely going to be a feast to the eyes. It is learnt that renowned author turned-filmmaker Vishwas Patil is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the film attains a realistic look and for that he is going to all lengths. So much so that the Four Pillar Films, who have produced the film, have actually spent a staggering amount to recreate the red light area of Grant Road...

Here to reinvent a genre of dance that has been long forgotten, actress Kangana Ranaut who plays a mujrawalli in Vishwas Patil’s Rajjo, produced by Four Pillars Entertainment recently shot for the film’s highlight song , her first ever classical mujra number titled ‘Kaleja Hai Hajir... Khanjar Kahan Hai’. mujra song for Vishwas Patil’s Rajjo'>Read More...

Here to reinvent a genre of dance that has been long forgotten, actress Kangana Ranaut who plays a mujrawalli in Vishwas Patil's Rajjo, produced by Four Pillars Entertainment recently shot for the film's highlight song , her first ever classical mujra number titled 'Kaleja Hai Hajir... Khanjar Kahan Hai'Having trained in Kathak for the last 3 years at Nateshwar Nritya Kala Mandir under the guidance of Rajendra Chaturvedi, Kangana shot for the song...

Acclaimed author and historian Vishwas Patil’s search for the lead in his ambitious directorial venture, Rajjo, came to an end as he locked in on Kangana Ranaut for the hard-hitting, real to life musical entertainer that showcases the changing scenario of Mumbai.Winner of several prestigious awards including the Sahitya Akademi National Award, Priyadarshini National Award and Bhartiya Bhasha Parishad Award – Director Vishwas Patil while zeroing in on his leading lady who Read More...

Acclaimed author and historian Vishwas Patil's search for the lead in his ambitious directorial venture, Rajjo, came to an end as he locked in on Kangana Ranaut for the hard-hitting, real to life musical entertainer that showcases the changing scenario of Mumbai.Winner of several prestigious awards including the Sahitya Akademi National Award, Priyadarshini National Award and Bhartiya Bhasha Parishad Award - Director Vishwas Patil while zeroing in on his leading lady who...

Kangna Ranaut who just had one release this year, Tezz, has a string of three films in 2013. In fact Ranaut who is currently shooting for Rensil D'Silva's film Ungli, has signed on for the lead in Vishwas Patil's film, bringing the total to four films for 2013. The film which marks the directorial debut of author, historian Vishwas Patil will feature Kangna playing a mujrewali. The film is a love story of a boy and a girl from different religious communities. Apparently, Kangna who plays the main lead in the film is slated to visit some of the red-light areas in Mumbai to prepare for her role. Since she will be seen essaying the role of a courtesan, she will be performing some mujra dance numbers, hence she will learning some dance steps and will undergo training soon.