10 Years of Max Marketing! Acclaimed Directors and Producers Including Aditya Dhar, Kabir Khan, Sooraj Barjatya, Atul Agnihotri and Others Appreciate Varun Gupta and His Team’s Imagination to Fuel Big-Screen Magic*
Max Marketing completes a decade of boosting the magic of big screens through precise marketing skills and out-of-the-box strategies. Having been the driving force of marketing behind blockbuster films like Kabir Singh, Angrezi Medium, Padman, Rrr, Animal, Drishyam 2 and several more, Max Marketing has added a significant edge to creative marketing, all under the guidance of its creative force – Varun Gupta.
Celebrating 10 years of Max Marketing, several stalwarts of Bollywood expressed joy and heaped praise on the feat. Here’s what they said:
Ramesh Taurani of Tips Films says, “Max Marketing ideas and team’s hardwork made campaign of our film truly unforgettable.”
Celebrated filmmakers Abbas Mustan say, “The campaigns crafted by Max Marketing capture the essence of each film perfectly.
Max Marketing completes a decade of boosting the magic of big screens through precise marketing skills and out-of-the-box strategies. Having been the driving force of marketing behind blockbuster films like Kabir Singh, Angrezi Medium, Padman, Rrr, Animal, Drishyam 2 and several more, Max Marketing has added a significant edge to creative marketing, all under the guidance of its creative force – Varun Gupta.
Celebrating 10 years of Max Marketing, several stalwarts of Bollywood expressed joy and heaped praise on the feat. Here’s what they said:
Ramesh Taurani of Tips Films says, “Max Marketing ideas and team’s hardwork made campaign of our film truly unforgettable.”
Celebrated filmmakers Abbas Mustan say, “The campaigns crafted by Max Marketing capture the essence of each film perfectly.
- 7/30/2025
- by Divya Solanki
- Bollywood Ki Baten
Sitaare Zameen Par Worldwide Box Office Day 12 Collection! ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Facebook )
Sitaare Zameen Par is unstoppable at the box office. Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh starrer has already entered the 200 crore club worldwide. It is now axing Bollywood films left, right, and centre. The sports comedy drama has surpassed Shah Rukh Khan’s Ra.One and three other biggies. Scroll below for day 12 updates!
Domestic Box Office Collection
Sitaare Zameen Par is currently the sixth highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. Today, it will surpass Sikandar and take over the 5th spot. In 12 days, Rs Prasanna’s directorial has accumulated 129.78 crore net in India.
The sports comedy drama is made on a budget of 90 crores. It has raked in returns of 39.78 crores in 12 days. When converted into a profit percentage, the Roi lands at 44.2%. Szp is a success, but is yet to gain the hit verdict.
Trending Kuberaa Box Office Collection...
Sitaare Zameen Par is unstoppable at the box office. Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh starrer has already entered the 200 crore club worldwide. It is now axing Bollywood films left, right, and centre. The sports comedy drama has surpassed Shah Rukh Khan’s Ra.One and three other biggies. Scroll below for day 12 updates!
Domestic Box Office Collection
Sitaare Zameen Par is currently the sixth highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2025. Today, it will surpass Sikandar and take over the 5th spot. In 12 days, Rs Prasanna’s directorial has accumulated 129.78 crore net in India.
The sports comedy drama is made on a budget of 90 crores. It has raked in returns of 39.78 crores in 12 days. When converted into a profit percentage, the Roi lands at 44.2%. Szp is a success, but is yet to gain the hit verdict.
Trending Kuberaa Box Office Collection...
- 7/2/2025
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
Akshay Kumar’s Koimoi Filmometer
Akshay Kumar is the ‘Boss’ of Bollywood and is well-known for delivering multiple successful films in quick succession. Though he started his career in 1991 with a flop, the actor established himself as a superstar in Indian cinema in the coming years. Even today, the actor is among the top money-spinners and has a strong success ratio at the Indian box office!
How do we calculate the success ratio?
Formula: (Super-Hits/Super-Duper Hit + Hit + Plus + Average)/Total Releases x 100 = Success ratio
Akshay Kumar’s box office success ratio: (19 + 24 + 6 + 30)/129 x 100 = 61.24%
Total Releases – 129 Super-Hit/Super-Duper Hit – 19
Yeh Dillagi
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
Dil To Pagal Hai
Hera Pheri
Ajnabee
Bhagam Bhag
Welcome
Singh Is Kinng
Housefull
Housefull 2
Rowdy Rathore
Omg! Oh My God
Airlift
Rustom
Jolly Llb 2
Toilet: Ek Prem Katha
2.0 (Hindi)
Mission Mangal
Hit – 24
Khiladi
Elaan
Mohra
Hum Hai Bemisaal
Sabse Bada Khiladi...
Akshay Kumar is the ‘Boss’ of Bollywood and is well-known for delivering multiple successful films in quick succession. Though he started his career in 1991 with a flop, the actor established himself as a superstar in Indian cinema in the coming years. Even today, the actor is among the top money-spinners and has a strong success ratio at the Indian box office!
How do we calculate the success ratio?
Formula: (Super-Hits/Super-Duper Hit + Hit + Plus + Average)/Total Releases x 100 = Success ratio
Akshay Kumar’s box office success ratio: (19 + 24 + 6 + 30)/129 x 100 = 61.24%
Total Releases – 129 Super-Hit/Super-Duper Hit – 19
Yeh Dillagi
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi
Dil To Pagal Hai
Hera Pheri
Ajnabee
Bhagam Bhag
Welcome
Singh Is Kinng
Housefull
Housefull 2
Rowdy Rathore
Omg! Oh My God
Airlift
Rustom
Jolly Llb 2
Toilet: Ek Prem Katha
2.0 (Hindi)
Mission Mangal
Hit – 24
Khiladi
Elaan
Mohra
Hum Hai Bemisaal
Sabse Bada Khiladi...
- 6/13/2025
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Menstrual Hygiene Day is a global reminder that menstruation is not a taboo, but a reality that deserves attention, education, and dignity. It’s a moment to reflect on the cultural stigmas that still persist around periods back home in India. Few films have managed to bring this conversation to the forefront quite like Pad Man.
Inspired by the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, Pad Man tells the extraordinary story of a man from rural Tamil Nadu who dared to question age-old stigmas and invented a low-cost sanitary pad machine to help women manage their periods safely and affordably. Played powerfully by Akshay Kumar, the protagonist’s journey is one of empathy, innovation, and relentless determination; challenging not just societal taboos, but systemic inaccessibility to menstrual products for millions of women.
The film was groundbreaking in its treatment of a subject so rarely discussed in Indian households, schools, and even healthcare spaces.
Inspired by the life of Arunachalam Muruganantham, Pad Man tells the extraordinary story of a man from rural Tamil Nadu who dared to question age-old stigmas and invented a low-cost sanitary pad machine to help women manage their periods safely and affordably. Played powerfully by Akshay Kumar, the protagonist’s journey is one of empathy, innovation, and relentless determination; challenging not just societal taboos, but systemic inaccessibility to menstrual products for millions of women.
The film was groundbreaking in its treatment of a subject so rarely discussed in Indian households, schools, and even healthcare spaces.
- 5/27/2025
- by Amritt Rukhaiyaar
- High on Films
Stories of ordinary individuals standing tall against corrupt systems, criminal networks, and oppressive powers have long resonated with audiences. With Costao premiering on ZEE5 Global on May 1, the platform once again brings to life a compelling tale of courage and conviction, where one man dares to defy impossible odds.
Inspired by true events, Costao stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a fearless customs officer who challenges a sprawling empire of smuggling and corruption. This gripping film joins a rich legacy of Indian cinema where singular, unbreakable protagonists fight against the tide. Here’s a look at Costao and other iconic Bollywood and Ott films that spotlight one man’s fight against all odds.
1. Costao (2025)
Platform: ZEE5 Global | Premiere Date: May 1, 2025
Set in the turbulent world of 1990s Goa, Costao is inspired by the real-life story of a heroic customs officer who stood alone against a corrupt empire built on crime and smuggling.
Inspired by true events, Costao stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a fearless customs officer who challenges a sprawling empire of smuggling and corruption. This gripping film joins a rich legacy of Indian cinema where singular, unbreakable protagonists fight against the tide. Here’s a look at Costao and other iconic Bollywood and Ott films that spotlight one man’s fight against all odds.
1. Costao (2025)
Platform: ZEE5 Global | Premiere Date: May 1, 2025
Set in the turbulent world of 1990s Goa, Costao is inspired by the real-life story of a heroic customs officer who stood alone against a corrupt empire built on crime and smuggling.
- 4/25/2025
- by Amritt Rukhaiyaar
- High on Films
When Akshay Kumar Was Left Humiliated At The National Awards (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Akshay Kumar has done numerous movies in his career and is regarded as one of the finest actors in the industry. He started his career as an action hero and then did films of different genres. He is also loved for his comic roles and has gained a different level of success with comedies. He received the Best Actor National Award for his performance in Rustom, and he once shared how he was left embarrassed by an actress who won the award for her debut movie only. Scroll below for the deets.
Kumar has been in the industry for over three decades. He is known for his discipline and excellent work ethic and is also one of the most bankable stars in the industry. Akshay is a versatile actor who established himself as an action star, gained the nickname Khiladi Kumar,...
Akshay Kumar has done numerous movies in his career and is regarded as one of the finest actors in the industry. He started his career as an action hero and then did films of different genres. He is also loved for his comic roles and has gained a different level of success with comedies. He received the Best Actor National Award for his performance in Rustom, and he once shared how he was left embarrassed by an actress who won the award for her debut movie only. Scroll below for the deets.
Kumar has been in the industry for over three decades. He is known for his discipline and excellent work ethic and is also one of the most bankable stars in the industry. Akshay is a versatile actor who established himself as an action star, gained the nickname Khiladi Kumar,...
- 4/22/2025
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Akshay Kumar Defends Toilet ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Some films aim to entertain, while others hope to leave an impact. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, released in 2017, attempted the latter, tackling sanitation issues and the taboo around open defecation in rural India. Though the film earned praise from many quarters, it wasn’t universally accepted. Years later, it’s once again in the spotlight, not because of renewed acclaim or controversy around the subject matter, but due to contrasting views from two stalwarts of Indian cinema.
At a recent event, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan dismissed the film solely based on its title, stating she would never even watch it. On the other hand, Akshay Kumar, who starred in and championed the film, defended it passionately during the press conference for his upcoming movie Kesari 2.
Akshay Kumar respects Jaya Bachchan’s opinion but defends his movie
At a recent Kesari 2 press conference, Akshay...
Some films aim to entertain, while others hope to leave an impact. Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, released in 2017, attempted the latter, tackling sanitation issues and the taboo around open defecation in rural India. Though the film earned praise from many quarters, it wasn’t universally accepted. Years later, it’s once again in the spotlight, not because of renewed acclaim or controversy around the subject matter, but due to contrasting views from two stalwarts of Indian cinema.
At a recent event, veteran actress Jaya Bachchan dismissed the film solely based on its title, stating she would never even watch it. On the other hand, Akshay Kumar, who starred in and championed the film, defended it passionately during the press conference for his upcoming movie Kesari 2.
Akshay Kumar respects Jaya Bachchan’s opinion but defends his movie
At a recent Kesari 2 press conference, Akshay...
- 4/11/2025
- by Piyush Yadav
- KoiMoi
Akshay Kumar And Twinkle Khanna’s Combined Net Worth (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Bollywood couple Akshay Kumar and Twinkle sold their plush South Mumbai apartment in Three Sixty West for a humongous 80 crore. For the unversed, they are currently residing in their lavish Juhu apartment in Mumbai. The South Mumbai property is developed by Oberoi Realty and includes opulent 4 Bhk, 5 Bhk flats along with penthouses.
About Akshay Kumar And Twinkle Khanna’s South Mumbai Property
According to a news report in the Indian Express, Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s South Mumbai property is spread across 6,830 square foot. It is located on the 39th floor of the building. It furthermore has 4 parking spaces for a square foot price of 1.17 lakh.
Another report in Hindustan Times stated that the transaction was completed on January 31, 2025. It furthermore included a stamp duty of 4.80 crores. Earlier in January, Akshay Kumar had also sold his apartment...
Bollywood couple Akshay Kumar and Twinkle sold their plush South Mumbai apartment in Three Sixty West for a humongous 80 crore. For the unversed, they are currently residing in their lavish Juhu apartment in Mumbai. The South Mumbai property is developed by Oberoi Realty and includes opulent 4 Bhk, 5 Bhk flats along with penthouses.
About Akshay Kumar And Twinkle Khanna’s South Mumbai Property
According to a news report in the Indian Express, Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s South Mumbai property is spread across 6,830 square foot. It is located on the 39th floor of the building. It furthermore has 4 parking spaces for a square foot price of 1.17 lakh.
Another report in Hindustan Times stated that the transaction was completed on January 31, 2025. It furthermore included a stamp duty of 4.80 crores. Earlier in January, Akshay Kumar had also sold his apartment...
- 2/9/2025
- by Shreshtha Chaudhury
- KoiMoi
Subhash K Jha revisits R Balki’s Pad Man, which featured Akshay Kumar and Sonam Kapoor. The film, which was released in 2018, was revolutionary in many ways, shining the light on social injustice.
One man in Tamil Nadu, who is miraculously a convincingly-transformed North Indian in Balki’s endearing Pad Man, decided to do something about making sanitary pads affordable to poor women. The thought was not just unmentionable but also outrageous. It still is. The pain, humiliation, strife, and final victory of Laxmikant Chauhan is narrated in a series of quickly-cut quirky, bitterly humorous episodes (editor Chandan Arora can take a bow) that could easily have become caricatured, preachy, and propagandist.
Pad Man is none of the above. It celebrates the spirit of enterprise with enrapturing integrity and tempered gusto, rendering the saga of Laxmikant Chauhan’s journey from familial humiliation and spouse-dissertation to a Padma Shri addressing the United Nations.
One man in Tamil Nadu, who is miraculously a convincingly-transformed North Indian in Balki’s endearing Pad Man, decided to do something about making sanitary pads affordable to poor women. The thought was not just unmentionable but also outrageous. It still is. The pain, humiliation, strife, and final victory of Laxmikant Chauhan is narrated in a series of quickly-cut quirky, bitterly humorous episodes (editor Chandan Arora can take a bow) that could easily have become caricatured, preachy, and propagandist.
Pad Man is none of the above. It celebrates the spirit of enterprise with enrapturing integrity and tempered gusto, rendering the saga of Laxmikant Chauhan’s journey from familial humiliation and spouse-dissertation to a Padma Shri addressing the United Nations.
- 2/9/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Impact entrepreneur and Un Global Goals advocate Natasha Mudhar is making a mark with The World We Want Studios, a production banner that’s quickly assembling a slate of star-powered projects including Johnny Depp’s directorial effort “Modi” and Al Pacino-Jessica Chastain feature “Lear Rex.”
Mudhar’s journey into high-profile Hollywood productions began in 2013 through veteran producer Barry Navidi, Pacino’s longtime creative partner. “My journey with ‘Lear Rex’ and ‘Modi’ began when I was introduced to Al Pacino through Barry Navidi,” Mudhar tells Variety. “At the time, I worked closely with Barry on ‘An Evening with Pacino,’ Mr. Pacino’s sold-out London show. This collaboration allowed me to build a strong creative and business rapport with Barry, which eventually led to my involvement as co-producer for ‘Lear Rex’ and executive producer for ‘Modi.'”
“Our commissioning ethos is rooted in the belief that purpose-driven storytelling can be both engaging and commercially successful,...
Mudhar’s journey into high-profile Hollywood productions began in 2013 through veteran producer Barry Navidi, Pacino’s longtime creative partner. “My journey with ‘Lear Rex’ and ‘Modi’ began when I was introduced to Al Pacino through Barry Navidi,” Mudhar tells Variety. “At the time, I worked closely with Barry on ‘An Evening with Pacino,’ Mr. Pacino’s sold-out London show. This collaboration allowed me to build a strong creative and business rapport with Barry, which eventually led to my involvement as co-producer for ‘Lear Rex’ and executive producer for ‘Modi.'”
“Our commissioning ethos is rooted in the belief that purpose-driven storytelling can be both engaging and commercially successful,...
- 2/7/2025
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Sky Force Box Office: Seems Impossible To Beat The Top 10 Most Profitable Akshay Kumar Films (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force has hit a total of 119.50 crore at the box office and is the third Akshay Kumar film to enter the 100 crore club post-covid after Sooryavanshi and Omg 2. However, the film still has 40 crore more to go, before making any huge records.
Budget & Recovery
The war drama has been mounted on a budget of a reported 160 crore at the box office, and with the 119.5 crore collection, it has recovered only 74% of the entire budget of the film. Meanwhile, the film, in total, needs a collection of 320 crore to secure a hit verdict, which is entirely impossible!
Sky Force Vs Most Profitable Akshay Kumar Films
The most profitable film of Akshay Kumar film since 2010 is Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. Mounted on a budget of 24 crore, it earned 133.6 crore at the box office,...
Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force has hit a total of 119.50 crore at the box office and is the third Akshay Kumar film to enter the 100 crore club post-covid after Sooryavanshi and Omg 2. However, the film still has 40 crore more to go, before making any huge records.
Budget & Recovery
The war drama has been mounted on a budget of a reported 160 crore at the box office, and with the 119.5 crore collection, it has recovered only 74% of the entire budget of the film. Meanwhile, the film, in total, needs a collection of 320 crore to secure a hit verdict, which is entirely impossible!
Sky Force Vs Most Profitable Akshay Kumar Films
The most profitable film of Akshay Kumar film since 2010 is Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. Mounted on a budget of 24 crore, it earned 133.6 crore at the box office,...
- 2/3/2025
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Sky Force Worldwide Box Office Day 8 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Akshay Kumar starrer Sky Force is inching closer to the 150 crore club at the worldwide box office. The overseas run is underwhelming but the Republic Day 2025 release continues to add moolah in the domestic circuit. Scroll below for details, as it is set to surpass India’s second-most profitable film of 2024 globally.
Domestic Box Office Collection
Sky Force is no longer the only Bollywood biggie at the ticket windows. It is facing strong competition from Shahid Kapoor’s Deva, which released in theatres on January 31, 2025. It added 4.60 crores more to the kitty on day 8, taking its domestic total to 104.30 crores.
It is only the third film of Akshay Kumar to have entered the 100 crore club in the post-pandemic era. He’s had as many as 13 releases, but only Sky Force, Omg 2, and Sooryavanshi could achieve the milestone.
Trending Sky Force...
Akshay Kumar starrer Sky Force is inching closer to the 150 crore club at the worldwide box office. The overseas run is underwhelming but the Republic Day 2025 release continues to add moolah in the domestic circuit. Scroll below for details, as it is set to surpass India’s second-most profitable film of 2024 globally.
Domestic Box Office Collection
Sky Force is no longer the only Bollywood biggie at the ticket windows. It is facing strong competition from Shahid Kapoor’s Deva, which released in theatres on January 31, 2025. It added 4.60 crores more to the kitty on day 8, taking its domestic total to 104.30 crores.
It is only the third film of Akshay Kumar to have entered the 100 crore club in the post-pandemic era. He’s had as many as 13 releases, but only Sky Force, Omg 2, and Sooryavanshi could achieve the milestone.
Trending Sky Force...
- 2/1/2025
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
When Rajesh Khanna Did Not Want Twinkle Khanna To Seek Advice From Dimple Kapadia Before Joining Films (Photo Credit – Instagram/Prime Video)
Today (December 29) marks the birth anniversary of Bollywood’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna. While the actor has made an immeasurable contribution to Indian cinema, he once fondly remembered the time when his daughter Twinkle Khanna was about to foray into Bollywood. For the unversed, Twinkle made her debut with the 1995 film Barsaat. However, he also asked Twinkle not to seek advice from her mother, Dimple Kapadia, before entering the film industry.
What Did Rajesh Khanna Advice Twinkle Khanna
In a throwback interview with Lehren Retro’s YouTube channel, Rajesh Khanna remembered when his daughter Twinkle Khanna was about to enter Bollywood. The Amar Prem actor recalled teaching her the importance of self-reliance. He told her how she needed to carve her way into the industry since she would not have any godfather.
Today (December 29) marks the birth anniversary of Bollywood’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna. While the actor has made an immeasurable contribution to Indian cinema, he once fondly remembered the time when his daughter Twinkle Khanna was about to foray into Bollywood. For the unversed, Twinkle made her debut with the 1995 film Barsaat. However, he also asked Twinkle not to seek advice from her mother, Dimple Kapadia, before entering the film industry.
What Did Rajesh Khanna Advice Twinkle Khanna
In a throwback interview with Lehren Retro’s YouTube channel, Rajesh Khanna remembered when his daughter Twinkle Khanna was about to enter Bollywood. The Amar Prem actor recalled teaching her the importance of self-reliance. He told her how she needed to carve her way into the industry since she would not have any godfather.
- 12/29/2024
- by Shreshtha Chaudhury
- KoiMoi
Radhika Apte Net Worth ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Radhika Apte is an actress who has repeatedly made noise for her unconventional choice of movies, performances, and experimentation. Dabbling in Bollywood, South, Marathi, and Bengali movies, Apte has grabbed several eyeballs for infusing a combination of boldness, vulnerability, and honesty in her performance. This has also been reflected in her stellar net worth over the years.
Radhika Apte’s Journey
Radhika Apte made her debut with the 2005 film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! opposite Shahid Kapoor and Amrita Rao. After appearing in some regional films, Apte got noticed for her performance in the 2011 film Shor In The City. Her work in movies like Badlapur, Hunterr, Manjhi, Parched, Phobia, Kabali, Padman, and Andhadhun. She forayed into the digital sphere and tasted huge success with Ott films and series like Monica O My Darling, Lust Stories, Sacred Games, Ghoul, Ok Computer, and Made In Heaven.
Radhika Apte is an actress who has repeatedly made noise for her unconventional choice of movies, performances, and experimentation. Dabbling in Bollywood, South, Marathi, and Bengali movies, Apte has grabbed several eyeballs for infusing a combination of boldness, vulnerability, and honesty in her performance. This has also been reflected in her stellar net worth over the years.
Radhika Apte’s Journey
Radhika Apte made her debut with the 2005 film Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi! opposite Shahid Kapoor and Amrita Rao. After appearing in some regional films, Apte got noticed for her performance in the 2011 film Shor In The City. Her work in movies like Badlapur, Hunterr, Manjhi, Parched, Phobia, Kabali, Padman, and Andhadhun. She forayed into the digital sphere and tasted huge success with Ott films and series like Monica O My Darling, Lust Stories, Sacred Games, Ghoul, Ok Computer, and Made In Heaven.
- 12/15/2024
- by Shreshtha Chaudhury
- KoiMoi
R. Balki has been hating on the recent Bollywood blockbusters (Photo Credit – Facebook)
Filmmaker R. Balki thinks the Bollywood films that have turned out to be blockbusters in recent years are boring. In an interview, the director expressed his views on films that have done massive business in the last five years. Balki, known for his unconventional and acclaimed films like Paa, Pad Man, and Cheeni Kum, said that the recent blockbusters neither have entertainment nor intellectual or artistic value. He went on to call these the ‘worst’ movies he has seen.
R. Balki says recent Bollywood blockbusters are the worst
R. Balki recently interacted at MIT World Peace University, discussing Bollywood blockbusters released in the last five years. He called them the worst films, “A few blockbusters that have happened in the last four or five years, or whatever, have been the worst films.”
Balki pointed out that the...
Filmmaker R. Balki thinks the Bollywood films that have turned out to be blockbusters in recent years are boring. In an interview, the director expressed his views on films that have done massive business in the last five years. Balki, known for his unconventional and acclaimed films like Paa, Pad Man, and Cheeni Kum, said that the recent blockbusters neither have entertainment nor intellectual or artistic value. He went on to call these the ‘worst’ movies he has seen.
R. Balki says recent Bollywood blockbusters are the worst
R. Balki recently interacted at MIT World Peace University, discussing Bollywood blockbusters released in the last five years. He called them the worst films, “A few blockbusters that have happened in the last four or five years, or whatever, have been the worst films.”
Balki pointed out that the...
- 11/21/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Bollywood has often explored a variety of unique and unusual professions through its characters. Here are some notable examples where actors played unconventional or rarely portrayed professions:
1. Ranbir Kapoor in Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009)
Profession: Salesman
Ranbir played a young graduate who becomes a salesman, showing the challenges and ethics in corporate sales.
2. Ayushmann Khurrana in Vicky Donor (2012)
Profession: Sperm donor
Ayushmann’s character becomes a sperm donor, a profession rarely depicted in Indian cinema.
Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh to Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas: Bollywood stars who are blessed with a baby girl
3. Ranbir Kapoor in Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar (2023)
Profession: Breakup Expert
Ranbir’s character helping people break-up with their respective partners.
4. Salman Khan in Partner
Profession: Love Guru
Salman as Love Guru who solves the love issues of his clients.
5. Ayushmann Khurrana in Dream Girl (2019)
Profession: Call center worker pretending to be a...
1. Ranbir Kapoor in Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009)
Profession: Salesman
Ranbir played a young graduate who becomes a salesman, showing the challenges and ethics in corporate sales.
2. Ayushmann Khurrana in Vicky Donor (2012)
Profession: Sperm donor
Ayushmann’s character becomes a sperm donor, a profession rarely depicted in Indian cinema.
Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh to Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas: Bollywood stars who are blessed with a baby girl
3. Ranbir Kapoor in Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar (2023)
Profession: Breakup Expert
Ranbir’s character helping people break-up with their respective partners.
4. Salman Khan in Partner
Profession: Love Guru
Salman as Love Guru who solves the love issues of his clients.
5. Ayushmann Khurrana in Dream Girl (2019)
Profession: Call center worker pretending to be a...
- 9/19/2024
- by Shweta Ghadashi
- GlamSham
This passage shares a heartfelt message from Sonam Kapoor about her son, Vayu, whom she and her husband Anand Ahuja welcomed in 2022.
Sonam expresses her deep love and joy for Vayu, calling him their “sunshine, music, little genius, and endless source of happiness.” She reflects on how blessed they feel to have him in their lives and looks forward to the wonderful things he will continue to bring to their family.
She captioned the video, “My baby turns two today!!! Happy 2nd Birthday to our sweet, precious Vayu! Being your mom is the greatest gift I could ever receive. You’ve filled our lives with so much joy, laughter, and wonder. Every day with you is an adventure filled with your boundless curiosity, your infectious laughter, and your sweet, loving nature. You’ve brought so much light and happiness into our world, making every moment more beautiful and every relationship stronger.
Sonam expresses her deep love and joy for Vayu, calling him their “sunshine, music, little genius, and endless source of happiness.” She reflects on how blessed they feel to have him in their lives and looks forward to the wonderful things he will continue to bring to their family.
She captioned the video, “My baby turns two today!!! Happy 2nd Birthday to our sweet, precious Vayu! Being your mom is the greatest gift I could ever receive. You’ve filled our lives with so much joy, laughter, and wonder. Every day with you is an adventure filled with your boundless curiosity, your infectious laughter, and your sweet, loving nature. You’ve brought so much light and happiness into our world, making every moment more beautiful and every relationship stronger.
- 8/20/2024
- by Pooja Tiwari
- GlamSham
Yo Yo Honey Singh Warns ‘Bestie’ Sonakshi Sinha’s Husband Zaheer Iqbal After The Wedding ( Photo Credit – Facebook; Instagram )
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are officially married! The two lovebirds tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in the presence of close family and friends. They threw a star-studded wedding reception party attended by Rekha, Salman Khan, even her Heeramandi co-stars, and more. While the wedding reception was newsworthy, one incident grabbed more eyeballs. Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, who has been friends with Sonakshi Sinha food for a long time, attended the reception and even performed with the bride and groom. Honey, before going in, spoke to the media and gave a warning to the new groom.
The video, posted by Viral Bhayani, shows Honey Singh having a pleasant conversation with a paparazzo. He is heard stating, “Hum dekh lenge ko Zaheer ko,” if Zaheer is not making Sonakshi happy.
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are officially married! The two lovebirds tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in the presence of close family and friends. They threw a star-studded wedding reception party attended by Rekha, Salman Khan, even her Heeramandi co-stars, and more. While the wedding reception was newsworthy, one incident grabbed more eyeballs. Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, who has been friends with Sonakshi Sinha food for a long time, attended the reception and even performed with the bride and groom. Honey, before going in, spoke to the media and gave a warning to the new groom.
The video, posted by Viral Bhayani, shows Honey Singh having a pleasant conversation with a paparazzo. He is heard stating, “Hum dekh lenge ko Zaheer ko,” if Zaheer is not making Sonakshi happy.
- 6/24/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Akshay Kumar Is The King Of Versatility! Revisiting His Impressive Performances Ahead Of Sarfira ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Akshay Kumar is back to his busy self. After a string of highly anticipated releases, Khiladi Kumar is returning to action with his upcoming release, Sarfira. Akshay is renowned for his unique taste in films and his comedic abilities. His next aviation drama adds to the hype, and fans are curious to see how it will fare given that it joins the list of his highly versatile performances in movies like Pad Man and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. So, before Sarfir’s release, let’s revisit some of Akshay’s most impressive performances.
Throughout his multi-decade career, Akshay Kumar has worked hard to remain relevant; his keys to success have been perseverance and hard work. However, his experimental approach has also contributed to his long reign of power. As the man of many firsts,...
Akshay Kumar is back to his busy self. After a string of highly anticipated releases, Khiladi Kumar is returning to action with his upcoming release, Sarfira. Akshay is renowned for his unique taste in films and his comedic abilities. His next aviation drama adds to the hype, and fans are curious to see how it will fare given that it joins the list of his highly versatile performances in movies like Pad Man and Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. So, before Sarfir’s release, let’s revisit some of Akshay’s most impressive performances.
Throughout his multi-decade career, Akshay Kumar has worked hard to remain relevant; his keys to success have been perseverance and hard work. However, his experimental approach has also contributed to his long reign of power. As the man of many firsts,...
- 6/24/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Akshay Kumar is Gearing Up for His Next Releases Khel Khel Mein & Sarfira. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Khiladi Kumar is on a roll, as usual. With three major releases set for 2024, there will be a lot of box-office excitement in the future. Akshay is known for his comedic chops and one-of-a-kind movie choices. He has achieved immense fame for helming movies like Pad Man or Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. But did you know that this tech billionaire loved his underrated movie? Read for the full story!
The 2017 smash hit “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” starring Akshay Kumar had a significant social impact in addition to entertaining audiences across the country and igniting discussions about a pressing issue. Despite having a modest budget of Rs 18 crore, the film broke records by earning over Rs 316.97 crore worldwide. For Akshay Kumar, it was another watershed moment in his illustrious career, cementing his reputation as a social cause champion on screen.
Khiladi Kumar is on a roll, as usual. With three major releases set for 2024, there will be a lot of box-office excitement in the future. Akshay is known for his comedic chops and one-of-a-kind movie choices. He has achieved immense fame for helming movies like Pad Man or Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. But did you know that this tech billionaire loved his underrated movie? Read for the full story!
The 2017 smash hit “Toilet: Ek Prem Katha” starring Akshay Kumar had a significant social impact in addition to entertaining audiences across the country and igniting discussions about a pressing issue. Despite having a modest budget of Rs 18 crore, the film broke records by earning over Rs 316.97 crore worldwide. For Akshay Kumar, it was another watershed moment in his illustrious career, cementing his reputation as a social cause champion on screen.
- 5/11/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
Shaitaan Surpasses Pad Man At The Worldwide Box Office (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan’s Shaitaan has turned out to be a big winner for Bollywood in 2024. It will be completing one month in theatres tomorrow, which is really a commendable thing for a film belonging to the genre of horror thriller. Talking about the latest collection update, the film has surpassed the lifetime collection of Akshay Kumar’s Pad Man. Keep reading to know more!
Directed by Vikas Bahl, the film was released on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri. It opened to mixed reviews from critics, while the audience’s word-of-mouth was majorly inclined towards the positive side. In the post-pandemic era, we have seen several well-made remakes tanking badly at the box office, but Ajay Devgn has been lucky enough to score a second victory with his remakes. Before this horror thriller, Ajay’s...
Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan’s Shaitaan has turned out to be a big winner for Bollywood in 2024. It will be completing one month in theatres tomorrow, which is really a commendable thing for a film belonging to the genre of horror thriller. Talking about the latest collection update, the film has surpassed the lifetime collection of Akshay Kumar’s Pad Man. Keep reading to know more!
Directed by Vikas Bahl, the film was released on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri. It opened to mixed reviews from critics, while the audience’s word-of-mouth was majorly inclined towards the positive side. In the post-pandemic era, we have seen several well-made remakes tanking badly at the box office, but Ajay Devgn has been lucky enough to score a second victory with his remakes. Before this horror thriller, Ajay’s...
- 4/6/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Shaitaan Worldwide Box Office Update. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan’s Shaitaan continues to achieve milestones during its final leg of the theatrical run. It has emerged as the second Bollywood film of 2024 to enter the 200-crore club at the worldwide box office. Other than that, it has also crossed the global lifetime collection of Singham Returns on the list of highest-grossing Bollywood films globally. Keep reading to know more!
A big winner for all!
The film has proven beneficial for all those who are associated with it. For Ajay, it’s a bounce back after the debacle of Bholaa. For R Madhavan, it turned out to be a much-needed big commercial winner in Bollywood after Tanu Weds Manu Returns, which came out in 2015. For director Vikas Bahl, it’s his successful comeback after the failure of Goodbye and Ganapath.
Shaitaan at the worldwide box office
Coming back to the collection update,...
Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan’s Shaitaan continues to achieve milestones during its final leg of the theatrical run. It has emerged as the second Bollywood film of 2024 to enter the 200-crore club at the worldwide box office. Other than that, it has also crossed the global lifetime collection of Singham Returns on the list of highest-grossing Bollywood films globally. Keep reading to know more!
A big winner for all!
The film has proven beneficial for all those who are associated with it. For Ajay, it’s a bounce back after the debacle of Bholaa. For R Madhavan, it turned out to be a much-needed big commercial winner in Bollywood after Tanu Weds Manu Returns, which came out in 2015. For director Vikas Bahl, it’s his successful comeback after the failure of Goodbye and Ganapath.
Shaitaan at the worldwide box office
Coming back to the collection update,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
In the world of cinema, where innovation reigns supreme, producer Prerna Arora and director Suresh Krissna are set to challenge Indian cinema norms with ‘Hero Heeroine.’ Known for groundbreaking projects like ‘Toilet: Ek Prem Katha’ and ‘Padman,’ Arora promises fresh narratives. “Hero Heeroine” is a love saga exploring the dynamics between reel and real.
However, it was during a recent coffee rendezvous in Chennai that Prerna Arora and Suresh Krissna stumbled upon a revelation that would change the course of their project. Why confine the narrative to Hindi in a city steeped in the rich tapestry of Telugu cinema? Just as Tamil, Malayalam, or Bengali talents contribute to the magic of Hindi cinema, the film showcases a diverse cast and crew from different corners of the country, converging in Hyderabad to create something truly extraordinary.
“This is more than just a film; it’s a cultural phenomenon,” says Prerna Arora.
However, it was during a recent coffee rendezvous in Chennai that Prerna Arora and Suresh Krissna stumbled upon a revelation that would change the course of their project. Why confine the narrative to Hindi in a city steeped in the rich tapestry of Telugu cinema? Just as Tamil, Malayalam, or Bengali talents contribute to the magic of Hindi cinema, the film showcases a diverse cast and crew from different corners of the country, converging in Hyderabad to create something truly extraordinary.
“This is more than just a film; it’s a cultural phenomenon,” says Prerna Arora.
- 3/27/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Actor Tusshar Kapoor is set to play a pivotal role in acclaimed producer Prerna Arora’s Ott film ‘Dunk – Once Bitten Twice Shy’. The actor will be portraying the role of a lawyer inside the mystery. The project marks a leap for Kapoor, who is known for his multifaceted performances spanning romantic, dramatic, and comedic genres. Produced by Ujs Studio and Ess Kay Gee Entertainment, ‘Dunk’ holds the promise of a thrilling cinematic voyage, diving into the depths of land exploitation’s hard core reality and its grave impact on rural life. Kapoor’s depiction of this character is poised to be his most demanding yet, injecting an additional dose of mystery into the film’s storyline.
Talking about ‘Dunk’, Prerna had earlier said, “Dunk focuses on the urgent need for legal protections, enforcement mechanism, and support systems to safeguard the rights of farmers. As a society, we must stand...
Talking about ‘Dunk’, Prerna had earlier said, “Dunk focuses on the urgent need for legal protections, enforcement mechanism, and support systems to safeguard the rights of farmers. As a society, we must stand...
- 3/22/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
For women making their movies and especially making their mark in a male-dominated industry like Bollywood it is not easy. However, Guneet Monga, Mira Nair, Prerna Arora, Ashwini Iyer Tiwary, Kiran Ral, and Zoya Akhtar have proven that everyone has space to exist and excel. To celebrate International Women’s Day today, we want to shine the spotlight on influential women filmmakers who have succeeded and redefined the narrative of Indian cinema with their impactful films.
Mira Nair
A pioneer in film the world over, Mira Nair needs no introduction. The filmmaker was one of the first female filmmakers who put India on the global map. Her filmography boasts epics such as Salaam Bombay!, Golden Globe winner Hysterical Blindness, Vanity Fair, The Namesake, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, and the series ‘The Suitable Boy’. This powerhouse of talent also has numerous documentaries and loves to showcase her Indian roots and heritage on...
Mira Nair
A pioneer in film the world over, Mira Nair needs no introduction. The filmmaker was one of the first female filmmakers who put India on the global map. Her filmography boasts epics such as Salaam Bombay!, Golden Globe winner Hysterical Blindness, Vanity Fair, The Namesake, The Reluctant Fundamentalist, and the series ‘The Suitable Boy’. This powerhouse of talent also has numerous documentaries and loves to showcase her Indian roots and heritage on...
- 3/8/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Producer Prerna Arora, who has previously supported socially relevant themes in films, is back with yet another poignant movie, titled Dunk. The movie sheds light on the pervasive issue of the land mafia and how it affects farmers. Directed by Abhishek Jaiswal, the film aspires to raise awareness and trigger conversations about the exploitation of land resources.
Talking about the project, Prerna Arora spoke about how the film highlights the government’s ignorance towards the agriculture sector. She said that she also believes how cinema has the power to bring in a change in society. “Dunk focuses on the urgent need for legal protections, enforcement mechanisms, and support systems to safeguard the rights of farmers. As a society, we must stand united against this menace of land-grabbing, holding perpetrators accountable and advocating for policies that empower and protect our farmers,” Arora opined.
This is not the first time when producer...
Talking about the project, Prerna Arora spoke about how the film highlights the government’s ignorance towards the agriculture sector. She said that she also believes how cinema has the power to bring in a change in society. “Dunk focuses on the urgent need for legal protections, enforcement mechanisms, and support systems to safeguard the rights of farmers. As a society, we must stand united against this menace of land-grabbing, holding perpetrators accountable and advocating for policies that empower and protect our farmers,” Arora opined.
This is not the first time when producer...
- 3/4/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Collection: Highest Earning Romantic Valentine Release (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is churning out decent numbers at the box office and has milked the Valentine’s Week opportunity it seems. The film earned 29.11 crore within three days of its release and secured a decent weekend.
In the upcoming days, with partial local holidays, the film might churn out better numbers at the box office. It started with 7.02 crore on day 1, and it was followed by 10.50 crore on day 2. On Sunday, the collections jumped a little more, securing 11.59 crore at the box office.
In three days, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has churned out 29.11 crore at the box office and is aiming for a good number on Valentine’s Day as well. Interestingly, it is already the fifth highest-grossing weekend for...
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is churning out decent numbers at the box office and has milked the Valentine’s Week opportunity it seems. The film earned 29.11 crore within three days of its release and secured a decent weekend.
In the upcoming days, with partial local holidays, the film might churn out better numbers at the box office. It started with 7.02 crore on day 1, and it was followed by 10.50 crore on day 2. On Sunday, the collections jumped a little more, securing 11.59 crore at the box office.
In three days, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya has churned out 29.11 crore at the box office and is aiming for a good number on Valentine’s Day as well. Interestingly, it is already the fifth highest-grossing weekend for...
- 2/12/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya Box Office Collection Day 1 Vs Top 10 Valentine Openers ( Photo Credit – Maddock Films / YouTube )
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya opened at 7.02 crore at the box office, and it has entered the list of top openers of Valentine’s week releases in the last 13 years. Since 2011, 17 films have been released during Valentine’s Week, and Tbmauj is among the top 10 opening films of Valentine’s Week.
However, this might not be a very welcoming move for Tbmauj since most of the films released during Valentine’s Week have not earned a hit status. In fact, even in the top 10 openers, some films flopped at the box office, including Sara Ali Khan & Kartik Aaryan’s Love Aaj Kal.
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon‘s robot romance in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya collected 63.81% less than the highest Valentine’s Week opener,...
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon’s Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya opened at 7.02 crore at the box office, and it has entered the list of top openers of Valentine’s week releases in the last 13 years. Since 2011, 17 films have been released during Valentine’s Week, and Tbmauj is among the top 10 opening films of Valentine’s Week.
However, this might not be a very welcoming move for Tbmauj since most of the films released during Valentine’s Week have not earned a hit status. In fact, even in the top 10 openers, some films flopped at the box office, including Sara Ali Khan & Kartik Aaryan’s Love Aaj Kal.
Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon‘s robot romance in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya collected 63.81% less than the highest Valentine’s Week opener,...
- 2/10/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
New Delhi, Feb 4 (Ians) The Indian diaspora spread all over the world has mostly stayed connected to its roots. And one of the institutions that keeps this connection alive is Indian cinema. These films could be in Hindi or in any of the South Indian languages.
The Indian film market is spread far and wide, but Indian films also have to conform to the local culture and sensibilities, mainly of the religious kind. We do not make films that are against any other country or its culture, but when it comes to religious sentiments, considering the mixed population we have, Indian films feature characters from different religious backgrounds. Yet, Indian films cannot always please all people.
Almost all countries exhibiting films have their own censorship bodies. It is also not uncommon for them to occasionally ban films from theatrical release. The reason could be a vulgarity, nudity or religious sentiments being hurt.
The Indian film market is spread far and wide, but Indian films also have to conform to the local culture and sensibilities, mainly of the religious kind. We do not make films that are against any other country or its culture, but when it comes to religious sentiments, considering the mixed population we have, Indian films feature characters from different religious backgrounds. Yet, Indian films cannot always please all people.
Almost all countries exhibiting films have their own censorship bodies. It is also not uncommon for them to occasionally ban films from theatrical release. The reason could be a vulgarity, nudity or religious sentiments being hurt.
- 2/4/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Dunki Box Office (Worldwide): Shah Rukh Khan Surpasses Not One Or Two But Nine Films’ Lifetime Total… (Picture Credit: IMDb)
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki has entered the 200 crore club (worldwide) in just five days, thanks to Shah’s firm hold in the international markets. Its nasty box office clash with Prabhas’ Salaar has resulted in what everyone kind of predicted the outcome to be. But, despite all the roadblocks, Rajkumar Hirani’s yet another attempt at bringing back families together in cinema halls rejoicing in the festive spirit seems to be doing its thing.
In India, the film has managed to clock 105.63 crores in 5 days, which proves why Srk certainly deserves to flaunt the tag of ‘Overseas Box Office King.’ Why so? Many of you may ask! It’s because the film has collected in a similar range internationally as it has earned back home.
At this pace,...
Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki has entered the 200 crore club (worldwide) in just five days, thanks to Shah’s firm hold in the international markets. Its nasty box office clash with Prabhas’ Salaar has resulted in what everyone kind of predicted the outcome to be. But, despite all the roadblocks, Rajkumar Hirani’s yet another attempt at bringing back families together in cinema halls rejoicing in the festive spirit seems to be doing its thing.
In India, the film has managed to clock 105.63 crores in 5 days, which proves why Srk certainly deserves to flaunt the tag of ‘Overseas Box Office King.’ Why so? Many of you may ask! It’s because the film has collected in a similar range internationally as it has earned back home.
At this pace,...
- 12/26/2023
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Actress, best-selling author and columnist Twinkle Khanna unveiled her fourth book, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ (Juggernaut) on Wednesday. The event was attended by her husband Akshay Kumar, mother Dimple Kapadia, filmmaker Karan Johar, and the actresses Vidya Balan and Kiara Advani, among others.
According to the book’s promotional blurb, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ offers “rich narratives that explore the depth of loneliness, heartbreak and deception”.
The blurb goes on to describe the quartet of stories on offer, noting: “Huma’s divided family — Team Cemetery and Team Crematorium — clash hilariously over matters involving pigs and penises as they decide what to do with Amma’s body. Madhura Desai writes an email to the chief justice of India, urging him to choose a ‘nice cut-off age’ to die, sending shockwaves across the nation.
“Along the shores of Satpati, Nusrat grapples with the loss of her son, and her voice. And Amita tells her...
According to the book’s promotional blurb, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ offers “rich narratives that explore the depth of loneliness, heartbreak and deception”.
The blurb goes on to describe the quartet of stories on offer, noting: “Huma’s divided family — Team Cemetery and Team Crematorium — clash hilariously over matters involving pigs and penises as they decide what to do with Amma’s body. Madhura Desai writes an email to the chief justice of India, urging him to choose a ‘nice cut-off age’ to die, sending shockwaves across the nation.
“Along the shores of Satpati, Nusrat grapples with the loss of her son, and her voice. And Amita tells her...
- 11/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actress, best-selling author and columnist Twinkle Khanna unveiled her fourth book, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ (Juggernaut) on Wednesday. The event was attended by her husband Akshay Kumar, mother Dimple Kapadia, filmmaker Karan Johar, and the actresses Vidya Balan and Kiara Advani, among others.
According to the book’s promotional blurb, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ offers “rich narratives that explore the depth of loneliness, heartbreak and deception”.
The blurb goes on to describe the quartet of stories on offer, noting: “Huma’s divided family — Team Cemetery and Team Crematorium — clash hilariously over matters involving pigs and penises as they decide what to do with Amma’s body. Madhura Desai writes an email to the chief justice of India, urging him to choose a ‘nice cut-off age’ to die, sending shockwaves across the nation.
“Along the shores of Satpati, Nusrat grapples with the loss of her son, and her voice. And Amita tells her...
According to the book’s promotional blurb, ‘Welcome To Paradise’ offers “rich narratives that explore the depth of loneliness, heartbreak and deception”.
The blurb goes on to describe the quartet of stories on offer, noting: “Huma’s divided family — Team Cemetery and Team Crematorium — clash hilariously over matters involving pigs and penises as they decide what to do with Amma’s body. Madhura Desai writes an email to the chief justice of India, urging him to choose a ‘nice cut-off age’ to die, sending shockwaves across the nation.
“Along the shores of Satpati, Nusrat grapples with the loss of her son, and her voice. And Amita tells her...
- 11/29/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The 10th edition of the India International Foreign Tourism Conclave (Iiftc) witnessed the renowned Indian film director, R Balki, sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations. Balki, a visionary filmmaker with a passion for authenticity, emphasized the significance of ideal locations and highlighted how he shot ‘Padman’ in Madhya Pradesh.
In a thought-provoking address on the second evening of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for filmmakers shying away from touching subjects that are considered taboo.
In a fireside chat, he mentioned, “When I thought of MP as a location for Padman, I and Swanand Kirkire went to Ujjain and Bhopal and didn’t find them to be the right fit for the script. Finally, the local production unit guy asked us about our vision and took us to a distant place where we could see...
In a thought-provoking address on the second evening of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for filmmakers shying away from touching subjects that are considered taboo.
In a fireside chat, he mentioned, “When I thought of MP as a location for Padman, I and Swanand Kirkire went to Ujjain and Bhopal and didn’t find them to be the right fit for the script. Finally, the local production unit guy asked us about our vision and took us to a distant place where we could see...
- 11/1/2023
- by Editorial Desk
The 10th edition of the India International Foreign Tourism Conclave (Iiftc) witnessed the renowned Indian film director, R Balki, sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations. Balki, a visionary filmmaker with a passion for authenticity, emphasized the significance of ideal locations and highlighted how he shot ‘Padman’ in Madhya Pradesh.
In a thought-provoking address on the second evening of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for filmmakers shying away from touching subjects that are considered taboo.
In a fireside chat, he mentioned, “When I thought of MP as a location for Padman, I and Swanand Kirkire went to Ujjain and Bhopal and didn’t find them to be the right fit for the script. Finally, the local production unit guy asked us about our vision and took us to a distant place where we could see...
In a thought-provoking address on the second evening of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for filmmakers shying away from touching subjects that are considered taboo.
In a fireside chat, he mentioned, “When I thought of MP as a location for Padman, I and Swanand Kirkire went to Ujjain and Bhopal and didn’t find them to be the right fit for the script. Finally, the local production unit guy asked us about our vision and took us to a distant place where we could see...
- 11/1/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 23 (Ians) Filmmaker R Balki, who was part of the address in the 10th edition of the India International Foreign Tourism Conclave (Iiftc), has shared his dream of shooting in an old-school theme park and on train journeys.
Iiftc witnessed the renowned film director R Balki sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations.
The filmmaker emphasised the significance of ideal locations, and the need for film commissions to prioritise the essence of a place over economic incentives.
During the panel discussion of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for a more holistic approach to choosing filming locations.
He said: “Incentives are secondary; the primary concern is the right location. Film commissions should stop offering incentives as a way to market to filmmakers. Instead, they should focus on preserving the authentic character of the location. Rather than only economics,...
Iiftc witnessed the renowned film director R Balki sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations.
The filmmaker emphasised the significance of ideal locations, and the need for film commissions to prioritise the essence of a place over economic incentives.
During the panel discussion of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for a more holistic approach to choosing filming locations.
He said: “Incentives are secondary; the primary concern is the right location. Film commissions should stop offering incentives as a way to market to filmmakers. Instead, they should focus on preserving the authentic character of the location. Rather than only economics,...
- 10/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 23 (Ians) Filmmaker R Balki, who was part of the address in the 10th edition of the India International Foreign Tourism Conclave (Iiftc), has shared his dream of shooting in an old-school theme park and on train journeys.
Iiftc witnessed the renowned film director R Balki sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations.
The filmmaker emphasised the significance of ideal locations, and the need for film commissions to prioritise the essence of a place over economic incentives.
During the panel discussion of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for a more holistic approach to choosing filming locations.
He said: “Incentives are secondary; the primary concern is the right location. Film commissions should stop offering incentives as a way to market to filmmakers. Instead, they should focus on preserving the authentic character of the location. Rather than only economics,...
Iiftc witnessed the renowned film director R Balki sharing invaluable insights on the art of filmmaking and its close association with the right locations.
The filmmaker emphasised the significance of ideal locations, and the need for film commissions to prioritise the essence of a place over economic incentives.
During the panel discussion of the three-day mega film tourism event, Balki made a compelling case for a more holistic approach to choosing filming locations.
He said: “Incentives are secondary; the primary concern is the right location. Film commissions should stop offering incentives as a way to market to filmmakers. Instead, they should focus on preserving the authentic character of the location. Rather than only economics,...
- 10/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
‘Bhed Chaal’ is a Hindi proverb very much used in relation to the Hindi film industry. It means that one huge success is followed by numerous other attempts. Original ideas are at a premium in the Hindi film industry. The makers either depend on a foreign film, or a novel, or a South Indian film for a subject.
Filmmakers always want to play safe because the risk factor is always high. The distributor, while being wined and dined, gets a sales pitch, like “Zanjeer se kam nahi hamari picture…” and such. Many smaller-budget imitations of ‘Sholay’, ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Deewaar’ and other such films flooded the market. That is to say, if one action film worked, many more were certain to follow.
With the introduction of the video format followed by CDs, the trend changed to copying Hollywood films. A star was sent two videos or discs to watch, and they were...
Filmmakers always want to play safe because the risk factor is always high. The distributor, while being wined and dined, gets a sales pitch, like “Zanjeer se kam nahi hamari picture…” and such. Many smaller-budget imitations of ‘Sholay’, ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Deewaar’ and other such films flooded the market. That is to say, if one action film worked, many more were certain to follow.
With the introduction of the video format followed by CDs, the trend changed to copying Hollywood films. A star was sent two videos or discs to watch, and they were...
- 6/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Feb 26 (Ians) Bollywood star Akshay Kumar walked down memory lane and recalled his first journey on a flight from Mumbai to Delhi during his childhood days.
The 55-year-old action star of Bollywood, often referred to as Khiladi Kumar, recalling his first flight, said: “I was probably 10 or 11 years old when I took my first flight. For some important work, I was asked to travel to Bombay from Delhi and so, my dad sent me with an air hostess saying that she will take me on the flight.”
Akshay remembered how he thought that the bus taking passengers toward the flight would fly.
“I was told I am going on an airbus and hence when I got onto the bus that takes passengers towards the flight at the airport, I remember holding onto my small bag tightly as I thought the bus would actually fly, but of course, I didn...
The 55-year-old action star of Bollywood, often referred to as Khiladi Kumar, recalling his first flight, said: “I was probably 10 or 11 years old when I took my first flight. For some important work, I was asked to travel to Bombay from Delhi and so, my dad sent me with an air hostess saying that she will take me on the flight.”
Akshay remembered how he thought that the bus taking passengers toward the flight would fly.
“I was told I am going on an airbus and hence when I got onto the bus that takes passengers towards the flight at the airport, I remember holding onto my small bag tightly as I thought the bus would actually fly, but of course, I didn...
- 2/26/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Filmmaker R. Balki and actor Dulquer Salmaan are teaming for the first time on “Chup,” a thriller where a serial killer brutally murders Bollywood film critics and carves star ratings on their foreheads.
The cast also includes Bollywood veterans Sunny Deol (“Gadar: Ek Prem Katha”) and Pooja Bhatt (Netflix’s “Bombay Begums”), Shreya Dhanwanthary (Amazon Prime Video’s “The Family Man”) and Tamil-language cinema stalwart Saranya Ponvannan (“Viruman”).
Balki, whose credits include “Cheeni Kum” (2007) and “Paa” (2009), both starring Amitabh Bachchan, last directed “Pad Man” (2018), starring Akshay Kumar.
Salmaan is a rare breed in Indian cinema in that he has equal felicity in multiple languages. A superstar of Malayalam-language cinema with hits including “Kurup” (2021) and “Bangalore Days” (2014), Salmaan is also known for Tamil-language success “O Kadhal Kanmani” (2015) and Hindi-language “Karwaan” (2018). His recent release “Sita Ramam” was a hit across its Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi-language versions.
“He’s one of the...
The cast also includes Bollywood veterans Sunny Deol (“Gadar: Ek Prem Katha”) and Pooja Bhatt (Netflix’s “Bombay Begums”), Shreya Dhanwanthary (Amazon Prime Video’s “The Family Man”) and Tamil-language cinema stalwart Saranya Ponvannan (“Viruman”).
Balki, whose credits include “Cheeni Kum” (2007) and “Paa” (2009), both starring Amitabh Bachchan, last directed “Pad Man” (2018), starring Akshay Kumar.
Salmaan is a rare breed in Indian cinema in that he has equal felicity in multiple languages. A superstar of Malayalam-language cinema with hits including “Kurup” (2021) and “Bangalore Days” (2014), Salmaan is also known for Tamil-language success “O Kadhal Kanmani” (2015) and Hindi-language “Karwaan” (2018). His recent release “Sita Ramam” was a hit across its Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi-language versions.
“He’s one of the...
- 9/18/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Singer and music director Amit Trivedi opens up on composing music for the first song ‘Gaya Gaya Gaya’ from R Balki’s directorial venture ‘Chup: Revenge Of The Artist’. He shares how he tried to compliment the storyline with his tunes.
Amit explains: “‘Chup’ is a versatile film and it comes from a one-of-a-kind storyline. We had to compose something that could fall in line with the film’s essence and we found ‘Gaya Gaya Gaya’. We necessarily focused on keeping the romantic element of the song alive without losing on the film’s enigmatic hint in it.”
The song is written by lyricist Swanand Kirkire and sung by Rupali Moghe and Shashwat Singh.
Balki, who is known for his films such as ‘Padman’ has made this film taking inspiration from Guru Dutt’s 1959 classic ‘Kaagaz Ke Phool’.
While talking about the latest track from his psychological thriller, he praises...
Amit explains: “‘Chup’ is a versatile film and it comes from a one-of-a-kind storyline. We had to compose something that could fall in line with the film’s essence and we found ‘Gaya Gaya Gaya’. We necessarily focused on keeping the romantic element of the song alive without losing on the film’s enigmatic hint in it.”
The song is written by lyricist Swanand Kirkire and sung by Rupali Moghe and Shashwat Singh.
Balki, who is known for his films such as ‘Padman’ has made this film taking inspiration from Guru Dutt’s 1959 classic ‘Kaagaz Ke Phool’.
While talking about the latest track from his psychological thriller, he praises...
- 9/12/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Akshay Kumar is known as one of the finest actors in Hindi cinema and has been making films for 30 years… Can you believe it? He has played a myriad of avatars with his incredible characters and in his 30th-year he takes on Yash Raj Films’ first historical, Samrat Prithviraj. Based on the life and valour of the fearless and mighty King Prithviraj Chauhan, Akshay is essaying the role of the legendary warrior who fought valiantly to protect India from the merciless invader Muhammad of Ghor.
The actor says, “It’s fascinating that 30 years have passed since my first film Saugandh! The first shot of my film career was at Ooty and it was an action shot!”
Fans of course have been celebrating his films and success in his career and are looking forward to this new role.
To mark this occasion, five of the biggest film-makers of our country – Karan Johar,...
The actor says, “It’s fascinating that 30 years have passed since my first film Saugandh! The first shot of my film career was at Ooty and it was an action shot!”
Fans of course have been celebrating his films and success in his career and are looking forward to this new role.
To mark this occasion, five of the biggest film-makers of our country – Karan Johar,...
- 5/30/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Film adaptation rights to hit Indian novelist Chetan Bhagat’s 2016 acclaimed book “One Indian Girl” have been acquired up by Sony Pictures International Productions. The studio plans a Hindi-language adaptation that will go into development later this year.
Bhagat’s book, which broke pre-sale records on Amazon India when it was launched, revolves around a high-flying woman financier who is intelligent and successful, but finds it difficult to find love.
The author of nine novels, Bhagat is known for lucid and fast-moving stories that translate well into film. Previous film adaptations of Bhagat’s books include “3 Idiots” (based on Bhagat’s first novel “Five Point Someone”) “2 States” and the award-winning hit “Kai Po Che” (based on “The Three Mistakes of My Life”). He was involved in the scriptwriting of “Kai Po Che” and “Half Girlfriend.” Writing, cast, crew and production details of “One Indian Girl” have yet to be finalized.
Bhagat’s book, which broke pre-sale records on Amazon India when it was launched, revolves around a high-flying woman financier who is intelligent and successful, but finds it difficult to find love.
The author of nine novels, Bhagat is known for lucid and fast-moving stories that translate well into film. Previous film adaptations of Bhagat’s books include “3 Idiots” (based on Bhagat’s first novel “Five Point Someone”) “2 States” and the award-winning hit “Kai Po Che” (based on “The Three Mistakes of My Life”). He was involved in the scriptwriting of “Kai Po Che” and “Half Girlfriend.” Writing, cast, crew and production details of “One Indian Girl” have yet to be finalized.
- 5/2/2022
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Bachchhan Paandey
Starring Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, Arshad Warsi, Pankaj Tripathi, Jacqueline Fernandez
Directed by Farhad Samji
Akshay Kumar does a Pushpa and gets away with it. He kills,destroys property, and vandalizes good taste. But hey, his men love him. And the women too. Mr. Pandey’s ragged army consists of Kandi (Saharsh Kumar Shukla), Bufferia Chacha (Sanjay Mishra), Pendulum (Abhimanyu Singh), and Virgin (Prateik Babbar). Each of the four is given a backstory, lest Mr. Pandey is accused of hogging the limelight.
Kandi, for example, is a porn addict, and his wife catches him red-handed if you know what I mean. Pendulum …I am not sure why he is thus named. I suspect it’s something obscene. When his sweetheart is forced to marry another man, Pendulum gatecrashes the wedding with Mr. Pandey singing Sarey bolo bewafaa. The bride also joins in with Pandeyji, doing dance moves that...
Starring Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, Arshad Warsi, Pankaj Tripathi, Jacqueline Fernandez
Directed by Farhad Samji
Akshay Kumar does a Pushpa and gets away with it. He kills,destroys property, and vandalizes good taste. But hey, his men love him. And the women too. Mr. Pandey’s ragged army consists of Kandi (Saharsh Kumar Shukla), Bufferia Chacha (Sanjay Mishra), Pendulum (Abhimanyu Singh), and Virgin (Prateik Babbar). Each of the four is given a backstory, lest Mr. Pandey is accused of hogging the limelight.
Kandi, for example, is a porn addict, and his wife catches him red-handed if you know what I mean. Pendulum …I am not sure why he is thus named. I suspect it’s something obscene. When his sweetheart is forced to marry another man, Pendulum gatecrashes the wedding with Mr. Pandey singing Sarey bolo bewafaa. The bride also joins in with Pandeyji, doing dance moves that...
- 3/19/2022
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Acclaimed filmmaker R Balki’s film ‘Pad Man’, inspired by and based on the life of visionary Arunachalam Muruganantham, has completed four years. Balki walked down memory lane and spoke about why the film, which stars Akshay Kumar, Radhika Apte and Sonam Kapoor, was an important one for him. He said: “It was an important film […]...
- 2/9/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Starring Taapsee Pannu and Tahir Raj Bhasin, Looop Lapeta directed by Aakash Bhatia is getting ready to make its Ott debut on 4th February, only on Netflix.
Looop Lapeta is said to be a new-age, intriguing roller-coaster ride of a film that is centered around a girl (Savi) who finds herself in a sticky situation when her boyfriend (Satya) gets unknowingly trapped in a crisis.
Looop Lapeta: One loop binds multiple lives. Every action changes their fate. Will they all have a happy ending? Or will they get stuck with whatever falls in their lap? Aur kahan jaayenge 50 lakh? Will they be able to save themselves or will time outrun them? We can’t wait to know!
Check out the trailer to give you a hint of what is in store for you with this cool film!
Looop Lapeta comes from the makers of “Neerja”, “102 Not Out”, “Padman...
Looop Lapeta is said to be a new-age, intriguing roller-coaster ride of a film that is centered around a girl (Savi) who finds herself in a sticky situation when her boyfriend (Satya) gets unknowingly trapped in a crisis.
Looop Lapeta: One loop binds multiple lives. Every action changes their fate. Will they all have a happy ending? Or will they get stuck with whatever falls in their lap? Aur kahan jaayenge 50 lakh? Will they be able to save themselves or will time outrun them? We can’t wait to know!
Check out the trailer to give you a hint of what is in store for you with this cool film!
Looop Lapeta comes from the makers of “Neerja”, “102 Not Out”, “Padman...
- 1/21/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Grown adults behave like horny kids in this ill-judged comedy, meant to start discussion about contraception in India
The eyebrow-raising title is intentional: Satramm Ramani’s comedy has been fashioned after 2017’s Toilet: A Love Story and 2018’s Pad Man, Hindi films designed to initiate conversations around subjects deemed taboo in 21st-century India. The national reticence addressed in this case is condom use: an urgent matter, given the country’s explosive population growth and Std rates. Ramani’s cheerfully flimsy farce means to be to the India of 2021 what Madness’s House of Fun video was to 1980s Britain, with its nudging innuendo and nervy approaches to the pharmacist. Yet the film’s leads aren’t red-faced teens, but 30-plus. The problem being dramatised is clear, but one of Helmet’s weaknesses is that it demands we watch grown adults behaving like dumb, horny kids.
The national conversation is summarised by a prologue,...
The eyebrow-raising title is intentional: Satramm Ramani’s comedy has been fashioned after 2017’s Toilet: A Love Story and 2018’s Pad Man, Hindi films designed to initiate conversations around subjects deemed taboo in 21st-century India. The national reticence addressed in this case is condom use: an urgent matter, given the country’s explosive population growth and Std rates. Ramani’s cheerfully flimsy farce means to be to the India of 2021 what Madness’s House of Fun video was to 1980s Britain, with its nudging innuendo and nervy approaches to the pharmacist. Yet the film’s leads aren’t red-faced teens, but 30-plus. The problem being dramatised is clear, but one of Helmet’s weaknesses is that it demands we watch grown adults behaving like dumb, horny kids.
The national conversation is summarised by a prologue,...
- 9/3/2021
- by Mike McCahill
- The Guardian - Film News
CinemaPC Sreeram, who is on board as the cinematographer for the project, revealed earlier that the yet-to-be-titled film will be a psychological thriller. Tnm StaffFacebook/ PTIActor Shreya Dhanwanthary took to Twitter to share with fans that she will be sharing the screen with actors Dulquer Salmaan, Pooja Bhatt and Sunny Deol in director Balki’s next. Sharing a screenshot of a news story about the same, actor Shreya expressed her excitement to collaborate with the actors. “Normally, I’d be keeping this a bit on the down low but Omg! Is it cool if I myself am hella kicked about this? I mean… R Balki!!! Sunny Deol!! Pooja Bhatt! Dulquer Salmaan!!!” the actor wrote. The yet-to-be-titled film is reportedly set to release next year. The Balki directorial is touted to be a thriller. The movie marks the first-time collaboration between the lead actors. The movie is gearing up to go on floors shortly.
- 8/12/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Exclusive: Mumbai-based filmmakers Gauri Shinde and R. Balki, the co-founders of Hope Productions, have brought UK-based distribution executive Pranab Kapadia onboard to co-produce two of their upcoming features.
Founded in 2011 after the success of Cheeni Kum and Paa, Shinde and Balki’s banner Hope Productions launched with the hit pic English Vinglish, which marked the comeback of famed actress Sridevi. The company’s credits since include award winners and box office hits such as Padman, Ki & Ka, Dear Zindagi, and Mission Mangal.
Kapadia is a 20-year-plus veteran of the movie business. He started at Zee before leading the UK subsidiary of Reliance-owned Adlabs, and then moving to Eros International as President Distribution – International. In 2020 he founded Moviegoers Entertainment, a UK-based company that specializes in overseas distribution and monetization of content across multiple platforms.
The pact will cover an initial two features, one of which will shoot in the UK,...
Founded in 2011 after the success of Cheeni Kum and Paa, Shinde and Balki’s banner Hope Productions launched with the hit pic English Vinglish, which marked the comeback of famed actress Sridevi. The company’s credits since include award winners and box office hits such as Padman, Ki & Ka, Dear Zindagi, and Mission Mangal.
Kapadia is a 20-year-plus veteran of the movie business. He started at Zee before leading the UK subsidiary of Reliance-owned Adlabs, and then moving to Eros International as President Distribution – International. In 2020 he founded Moviegoers Entertainment, a UK-based company that specializes in overseas distribution and monetization of content across multiple platforms.
The pact will cover an initial two features, one of which will shoot in the UK,...
- 6/17/2021
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
Sony Pictures Films India has tapped emerging local talent to spearhead its burgeoning Bollywood slate, while simultaneously making moves to aggressively grow its Hollywood footprint.
The studio has handed Aakash Bhatia (Amazon series “Inside Edge”) a feature directorial debut with “Looop Lapeta,” the Indian adaptation of “Run Lola Run,” starring Taapsee Pannu and Tahir Raj Bhasin. Similarly, Satram Ramani, chief Ad on Salman Khan vehicle “Jai Ho,” makes his feature directorial debut with comedy “Helmet,” starring Aparshakti Khurana and Pranutan Bahl.
The studio has also given directorial reins to successful screenwriters. “Saand Ki Aankh” and “Mubarakan” writer Balwinder Singh Janjua debuts with an as-yet-untitled romance starring Randeep Hooda and Ileana D’Cruz, while “Toilet: A Love Story” writer duo Siddharth and Garima debut with honor killings drama “Saale Aashiq.”
Sony is also giving feature film breaks to talent that has shone in related fields. For example, singer Shirley Setia, who has 15 million followers across social media,...
The studio has handed Aakash Bhatia (Amazon series “Inside Edge”) a feature directorial debut with “Looop Lapeta,” the Indian adaptation of “Run Lola Run,” starring Taapsee Pannu and Tahir Raj Bhasin. Similarly, Satram Ramani, chief Ad on Salman Khan vehicle “Jai Ho,” makes his feature directorial debut with comedy “Helmet,” starring Aparshakti Khurana and Pranutan Bahl.
The studio has also given directorial reins to successful screenwriters. “Saand Ki Aankh” and “Mubarakan” writer Balwinder Singh Janjua debuts with an as-yet-untitled romance starring Randeep Hooda and Ileana D’Cruz, while “Toilet: A Love Story” writer duo Siddharth and Garima debut with honor killings drama “Saale Aashiq.”
Sony is also giving feature film breaks to talent that has shone in related fields. For example, singer Shirley Setia, who has 15 million followers across social media,...
- 4/14/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Amazon Prime Video is making its first foray into Indian feature movie co-production with Bollywood film “Ram Setu,” starring Akshay Kumar.
Directed by Abhishek Sharma (“Parmanu”) with Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (“Prithviraj Chauhan”) as creative producer, the film is an action-adventure drama that is rooted in Indian cultural and historical heritage. The title is a reference to the bridge Hindu God Ram built across the sea between India and Sri Lanka to rescue his kidnapped wife Sita.
“The story of ‘Ram Setu’ is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country,” said Kumar. ” ‘Ram Setu’ is a bridge between generations past, present and future. I look forward to telling the story of a significant part of Indian heritage.”
The cast also includes Jacqueline Fernandes (“Drive”) and Nushrratt Bharuccha (“Chhalaang”). Following its theatrical release,...
Directed by Abhishek Sharma (“Parmanu”) with Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (“Prithviraj Chauhan”) as creative producer, the film is an action-adventure drama that is rooted in Indian cultural and historical heritage. The title is a reference to the bridge Hindu God Ram built across the sea between India and Sri Lanka to rescue his kidnapped wife Sita.
“The story of ‘Ram Setu’ is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country,” said Kumar. ” ‘Ram Setu’ is a bridge between generations past, present and future. I look forward to telling the story of a significant part of Indian heritage.”
The cast also includes Jacqueline Fernandes (“Drive”) and Nushrratt Bharuccha (“Chhalaang”). Following its theatrical release,...
- 3/17/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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