The iconic Amitabh Bachchan spoke To Subhash K Jha about the drama Vidhu Vinod Choorake Eklavya before its release in 2007. Read on to see what the esteemed actor had to say about working with the director, Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and so much more. This is a must-read!
Vinod Chopra and you seemed to have established a very special rapport in Eklavya?
He’s a kind human being, and very passionate about his work. He has a keen eye for aesthetics. He creates an atmosphere conducive to good work. We waited thirty years to work together. All directors must work towards building a rapport with their actors. Eklavya is an intriguing film. The visuals may suggest a mythological or a period film. But Eklavya is a modern contemporary thriller. It’s set in today’s Rajasthan.
Eklavya is a very short film….
It’s just about two hours long.
Vinod Chopra and you seemed to have established a very special rapport in Eklavya?
He’s a kind human being, and very passionate about his work. He has a keen eye for aesthetics. He creates an atmosphere conducive to good work. We waited thirty years to work together. All directors must work towards building a rapport with their actors. Eklavya is an intriguing film. The visuals may suggest a mythological or a period film. But Eklavya is a modern contemporary thriller. It’s set in today’s Rajasthan.
Eklavya is a very short film….
It’s just about two hours long.
- 2/16/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
In this fascinating feature, Subhash K Jha looks back at the incredible career of writer, director and actor, the brilliant Lekh Tandon.
Recently Anil Kapoor spoke about how the 1980 film Ek Baar Kaho changed the course of his career. The long post made mention of everyone, from the film’s luminous leading lady, Shabana Azmi, to the producers, Rajshri Productions. But Anil forgot to mention Lekh Tandon, who directed Ek Baar Kaho!
This was the story of Lekh Tandon’s life: his films got recognition. He didn’t. Lekh Tandon was one of our most prolific and underrated directors. His range stretched from the playful Professor to the magical Dulhan Wohi Jo Piya Man Bhaye to the illogical Jahan Pyar Mile. His most celebrated film was the historical Amrapali (1966), which recreated the legendary romance between Amrapali, the courtesan, played by Vyjayanthimala, and Ajayshatru, the emperor of Magadh, played by Sunil Dutt.
Recently Anil Kapoor spoke about how the 1980 film Ek Baar Kaho changed the course of his career. The long post made mention of everyone, from the film’s luminous leading lady, Shabana Azmi, to the producers, Rajshri Productions. But Anil forgot to mention Lekh Tandon, who directed Ek Baar Kaho!
This was the story of Lekh Tandon’s life: his films got recognition. He didn’t. Lekh Tandon was one of our most prolific and underrated directors. His range stretched from the playful Professor to the magical Dulhan Wohi Jo Piya Man Bhaye to the illogical Jahan Pyar Mile. His most celebrated film was the historical Amrapali (1966), which recreated the legendary romance between Amrapali, the courtesan, played by Vyjayanthimala, and Ajayshatru, the emperor of Magadh, played by Sunil Dutt.
- 2/13/2025
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Shah Rukh Khan Jawan Double Role ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Shah Rukh Khan is an actor so big that fans can never get enough of him. Over his career, he has explored a wide range of characters, including playing double roles in a number of films. Shah Rukh added another double-role movie to his repertoire with Jawan, but it came with a unique distinction.
Before Jawan, Srk had already played a dual role in seven movies. He is one of the biggest draws in the industry but still takes on challenges to experiment with movies. In his dual roles, he has played father-son, hero-villain, reincarnations, celebrity-fan, and even human-robot. This is something that probably only Shah Rukh Khan could have pulled off.
Jawan was the first movie where Shah Rukh Khan had a dual role, and both the characters survived
Shah Rukh Khan’s double-role films have given him ample opportunities to showcase his versatility.
Shah Rukh Khan is an actor so big that fans can never get enough of him. Over his career, he has explored a wide range of characters, including playing double roles in a number of films. Shah Rukh added another double-role movie to his repertoire with Jawan, but it came with a unique distinction.
Before Jawan, Srk had already played a dual role in seven movies. He is one of the biggest draws in the industry but still takes on challenges to experiment with movies. In his dual roles, he has played father-son, hero-villain, reincarnations, celebrity-fan, and even human-robot. This is something that probably only Shah Rukh Khan could have pulled off.
Jawan was the first movie where Shah Rukh Khan had a dual role, and both the characters survived
Shah Rukh Khan’s double-role films have given him ample opportunities to showcase his versatility.
- 12/26/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- KoiMoi
Ramayana Star Cast Guide: What Ram Arun Govil, Sita Dipika Chikhlia, Luv-Kush Swapnil & Others Did Over The Years
The entire country these days is hooked on chanting Jai Shri Ram, thanks to Ram Mandir’s Inauguration in Ayodhya, scheduled on January 22. But while we sit at home and watch the parts of the temple on our screens, we decided to take you on a nostalgia trip while you remember and recall Ramayan scenes, episodes, and chapters.
This piece includes actors from your memories of the past. The actors whom you have watched play the most beloved names from Hindu scriptures – Lord Ram, Devi Sita, Lord Hanuman, and more.
It was Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan that brought these characters alive on screen, and while it is a long wait to tour Ayodhya and Ram Mandir, we thought to brush your memories about the actors who played characters from Ramayan on screen.
The entire country these days is hooked on chanting Jai Shri Ram, thanks to Ram Mandir’s Inauguration in Ayodhya, scheduled on January 22. But while we sit at home and watch the parts of the temple on our screens, we decided to take you on a nostalgia trip while you remember and recall Ramayan scenes, episodes, and chapters.
This piece includes actors from your memories of the past. The actors whom you have watched play the most beloved names from Hindu scriptures – Lord Ram, Devi Sita, Lord Hanuman, and more.
It was Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayan that brought these characters alive on screen, and while it is a long wait to tour Ayodhya and Ram Mandir, we thought to brush your memories about the actors who played characters from Ramayan on screen.
- 1/20/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Filmometer & Box Office Worth Of Shah Rukh Khan (Picture Credit: IMDb)
Shah Rukh Khan – Naam Toh Suna Hi Hoga! Literally, the Indian superstar doesn’t need any introduction as his followers are spread all across the globe, even in countries where the biggest Indian stars have failed to penetrate. He’s been in the film industry for over 30 years now and is still ruling the box office like a King! Let’s check out his strike rate at the ticket windows below.
How do we calculate the success ratio?
Formula: (Super-Hits/Super-Duper Hit + Hit + Plus + Average)/Total Releases x 100 = Success ratio
Shah Rukh Khan’s box office success ratio: (14 + 13 + 8 + 7)/64 x 100 = 65.62%
Total releases – 64 Super-Hit/Super-Duper Hit – 14
Darr
Karan Arjun
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Pardes
Dil To Pagal Hai
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Mohabbatein
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Veer Zaara
Chak De India
Om Shanti Om
Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi
Jab Tak Hai Jaan...
Shah Rukh Khan – Naam Toh Suna Hi Hoga! Literally, the Indian superstar doesn’t need any introduction as his followers are spread all across the globe, even in countries where the biggest Indian stars have failed to penetrate. He’s been in the film industry for over 30 years now and is still ruling the box office like a King! Let’s check out his strike rate at the ticket windows below.
How do we calculate the success ratio?
Formula: (Super-Hits/Super-Duper Hit + Hit + Plus + Average)/Total Releases x 100 = Success ratio
Shah Rukh Khan’s box office success ratio: (14 + 13 + 8 + 7)/64 x 100 = 65.62%
Total releases – 64 Super-Hit/Super-Duper Hit – 14
Darr
Karan Arjun
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
Pardes
Dil To Pagal Hai
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Mohabbatein
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Veer Zaara
Chak De India
Om Shanti Om
Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi
Jab Tak Hai Jaan...
- 1/5/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
The Maharashtra government has selected veteran playback singer and National Award winner Suresh Wadkar for its prestigious ‘Gansamragini Lata Mangeshkar Award’ for 2023, Cultural Affairs Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar announced here on Saturday. A Sangeet Natak Akademi laureate (2018), Wadkar, 68, will be presented with a cash prize, a commendation and a memento as part of the award at a ceremony later, an official said.
Hailing from an ordinary family of Kolhapur, in his younger days, Wadkar was a wrestler and then became a music teacher in Mumbai before winning a singing competition 1976 that got him his first playback singing break with the late music director Ravindra Jain in 1977.
His earliest hit numbers were “Sona Kare jhilmil jhilmil” (film ‘Paheli’), “Seene Me Jalan” (‘Gaman’), which caught Lata Mangeshkar’s attention and she recommended him to other top music composers of the day.
Over the years, Wadkar sang for top Hindi and Marathi directors giving...
Hailing from an ordinary family of Kolhapur, in his younger days, Wadkar was a wrestler and then became a music teacher in Mumbai before winning a singing competition 1976 that got him his first playback singing break with the late music director Ravindra Jain in 1977.
His earliest hit numbers were “Sona Kare jhilmil jhilmil” (film ‘Paheli’), “Seene Me Jalan” (‘Gaman’), which caught Lata Mangeshkar’s attention and she recommended him to other top music composers of the day.
Over the years, Wadkar sang for top Hindi and Marathi directors giving...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The Maharashtra government has selected veteran playback singer and National Award winner Suresh Wadkar for its prestigious ‘Gansamragini Lata Mangeshkar Award’ for 2023, Cultural Affairs Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar announced here on Saturday. A Sangeet Natak Akademi laureate (2018), Wadkar, 68, will be presented with a cash prize, a commendation and a memento as part of the award at a ceremony later, an official said.
Hailing from an ordinary family of Kolhapur, in his younger days, Wadkar was a wrestler and then became a music teacher in Mumbai before winning a singing competition 1976 that got him his first playback singing break with the late music director Ravindra Jain in 1977.
His earliest hit numbers were “Sona Kare jhilmil jhilmil” (film ‘Paheli’), “Seene Me Jalan” (‘Gaman’), which caught Lata Mangeshkar’s attention and she recommended him to other top music composers of the day.
Over the years, Wadkar sang for top Hindi and Marathi directors giving...
Hailing from an ordinary family of Kolhapur, in his younger days, Wadkar was a wrestler and then became a music teacher in Mumbai before winning a singing competition 1976 that got him his first playback singing break with the late music director Ravindra Jain in 1977.
His earliest hit numbers were “Sona Kare jhilmil jhilmil” (film ‘Paheli’), “Seene Me Jalan” (‘Gaman’), which caught Lata Mangeshkar’s attention and she recommended him to other top music composers of the day.
Over the years, Wadkar sang for top Hindi and Marathi directors giving...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
- 4/10/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
- 4/9/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
- 4/7/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
- 4/7/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh...
- 4/1/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh – US
Bee Movie – UK
Big Daddy – US
Bill – UK
Brokeback Mountain – US
The Bye Bye Man...
The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.
Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.
We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.
Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.
Movies
1 April
Akbar Birbal – US
The American Game
The Aviator – US
Bal Ganesh – US
Bee Movie – UK
Big Daddy – US
Bill – UK
Brokeback Mountain – US
The Bye Bye Man...
- 3/31/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Film
Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji recalled shooting for the songs ‘Tumhi Dekho Na’ from Shah Rukh Khan-starrer film ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’ and ‘Chup Chup Ke’ from ‘Bunty Aur Babli’ opposite Abhishek Bachchan. She said that her favourite genre is romance and she loves to be work with her favourite star Shah Rukh Khan.
Rani shared screen space with Shah Rukh in several movies such as ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, ‘Chalte Chalte’, ‘Paheli’, ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’, ‘Veer Zaara’, among others.
After listening to ‘Indian Idol 13’ contestant, Bidipta Singh’s performance on the romantic tracks, ‘Tumhi Dekho Na’ and ‘Chup Chup Ke’, Rani went down memory lane and shared her shooting experience in extremely cold weather conditions.
Rani shared her experience working with Srk and said: “I’ve done a variety of films but my favourite genre is ‘romance’ and I enjoy doing romantic films with my hero; the one and only,...
Rani shared screen space with Shah Rukh in several movies such as ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, ‘Chalte Chalte’, ‘Paheli’, ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’, ‘Veer Zaara’, among others.
After listening to ‘Indian Idol 13’ contestant, Bidipta Singh’s performance on the romantic tracks, ‘Tumhi Dekho Na’ and ‘Chup Chup Ke’, Rani went down memory lane and shared her shooting experience in extremely cold weather conditions.
Rani shared her experience working with Srk and said: “I’ve done a variety of films but my favourite genre is ‘romance’ and I enjoy doing romantic films with my hero; the one and only,...
- 3/15/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Guess who’s back reviewing WWE Raw? Nerdly that’s who! Yes, we’re getting back into regularly reviewing the WWE’s flagship show going forward. Hopefully watching and enjoying and not hate-watching though! Let’s get into the review…
Match #1: Riddle & The Street Profits def. The Usos & Sami Zayn The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
After The Usos defeated Rk-Bro to became the new Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions on SmackDown with the help of Roman Reigns, The Head of the Table and his cousins delivered a nefarious post-match attack on their defeated opponents after the bell. As a result, Riddle returned to Raw out for retribution on The Bloodline for taking an already injured Randy Orton out of action. Before he joined forces with The Street Profits in a Six-Man Tag Team Match against Jimmy & Jey and Sami Zayn, The Original Bro ignited an all-out brawl outside the ring.
Match #1: Riddle & The Street Profits def. The Usos & Sami Zayn The following is courtesy of wwe.com:
After The Usos defeated Rk-Bro to became the new Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions on SmackDown with the help of Roman Reigns, The Head of the Table and his cousins delivered a nefarious post-match attack on their defeated opponents after the bell. As a result, Riddle returned to Raw out for retribution on The Bloodline for taking an already injured Randy Orton out of action. Before he joined forces with The Street Profits in a Six-Man Tag Team Match against Jimmy & Jey and Sami Zayn, The Original Bro ignited an all-out brawl outside the ring.
- 5/24/2022
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Production and finance company Anton and talent management firm Range Media Partners are partnering on a European development slate of feature films. The creative strategic alliance forms as Sébastien Raybaud’s Anton expands its UK and European production activities, and as Range continues to grow its development and production pipeline internationally.
The two companies have created an International Feature Development Fund, which will be used to identify, option and develop IP from across Europe. Both outfits will oversee the creative production process, commissioning scripts and working with talent from the UK and Europe. Range will leverage its deep international talent pool and Anton will finance and handle sales on the films that flow through the agreement.
Range Media Partners’ Head of International Production Oliver Riddle said, “I’m delighted to be working with Sébastien and his team. Anton’s scale and ambition is second to none across Europe, and this...
The two companies have created an International Feature Development Fund, which will be used to identify, option and develop IP from across Europe. Both outfits will oversee the creative production process, commissioning scripts and working with talent from the UK and Europe. Range will leverage its deep international talent pool and Anton will finance and handle sales on the films that flow through the agreement.
Range Media Partners’ Head of International Production Oliver Riddle said, “I’m delighted to be working with Sébastien and his team. Anton’s scale and ambition is second to none across Europe, and this...
- 5/12/2022
- by Nancy Tartaglione
- Deadline Film + TV
Nelson Riddle is a patron saint of comic book entertainment. He arranged the theme to Batman, the original 1960s camp classic TV series which paved the way for all things geek. That theme caught the excitement children of all ages felt from the moment of the twirling introductory horns through the POWs and ZOKs of the opening battle. Full-set drum rolls propel a swing-blues rhythm section through an ever-building cascade of wonder. Insistent scat singing clashes with atonal chordal squawks until it sounds like it will all come crumbling down, unless someone fires up the Bat-Signal.
You won’t find that in Nelson Riddle: Music With a Heartbeat. Nelson was one of the chief architects of the “Great American Songbook,” working with Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Dean Martin, Peggy Lee, and Nat King Cole. He helped Linda Ronstadt take the standards out of the elevator. Riddle scored hundreds of films,...
You won’t find that in Nelson Riddle: Music With a Heartbeat. Nelson was one of the chief architects of the “Great American Songbook,” working with Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Dean Martin, Peggy Lee, and Nat King Cole. He helped Linda Ronstadt take the standards out of the elevator. Riddle scored hundreds of films,...
- 6/3/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Disney has now released the first trailer and artwork for their upcoming mystery adventure series,The Mysterious Benedict Society. Due to premiere exclusively on Disney+, The Mysterious Benedict Society stars Emmy® Award-winner Tony Hale in the 8-episode series, which debuts next month on Friday, June 25.
Based on the best-selling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, The Mysterious Benedict Society follows four gifted orphans who are recruited by the eccentric Mr. Benedict (Tony Hale) to save the world. After winning a scholarship competition, the four gifted orphans are recruited by the peculiar Mr. Benedict for a dangerous mission to save the world from a global crisis known as The Emergency. Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance must infiltrate the mysterious L.I.V.E. Institute to discover the truth behind the crisis. When the headmaster, the sophisticated Dr. Curtain appears to be behind this worldwide panic, the kids of "The Mysterious Benedict...
Based on the best-selling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, The Mysterious Benedict Society follows four gifted orphans who are recruited by the eccentric Mr. Benedict (Tony Hale) to save the world. After winning a scholarship competition, the four gifted orphans are recruited by the peculiar Mr. Benedict for a dangerous mission to save the world from a global crisis known as The Emergency. Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance must infiltrate the mysterious L.I.V.E. Institute to discover the truth behind the crisis. When the headmaster, the sophisticated Dr. Curtain appears to be behind this worldwide panic, the kids of "The Mysterious Benedict...
- 5/20/2021
- by Jon Fuge
- MovieWeb
5 random things that happened on this day, January 12th, in history...
1966 Beloved but shortlived Batman TV series premieres on ABC. The first episode "Hi Diddle Riddle" introduced Frank Gorshin as The Riddler. He would appear in 10 episodes across the three seasons. The movies have preferred the other key villains for some reason. Listen, it's not like The Penguin and The Joker are any less ridiculous conceptually!
1981 Dynasty premieres on ABC in a three hour event with its first two episodes "Oil" running back-to-back...
1966 Beloved but shortlived Batman TV series premieres on ABC. The first episode "Hi Diddle Riddle" introduced Frank Gorshin as The Riddler. He would appear in 10 episodes across the three seasons. The movies have preferred the other key villains for some reason. Listen, it's not like The Penguin and The Joker are any less ridiculous conceptually!
1981 Dynasty premieres on ABC in a three hour event with its first two episodes "Oil" running back-to-back...
- 1/12/2021
- by NATHANIEL R
- FilmExperience
Live performances may be on pause, but fans of Sing Street, John Carney’s cinematic ode to Eighties British bands, can still get their fix. On Wednesday, the cast of Sing Street‘s Broadway adaptation premiered a short video for “Riddle of the Model” — includes Brendan C. Callahan, Zara Devlin, Jakeim Hart, Brenock O’Connor, Gian Perez, Sam Poon, and Anthony Genovesi — and announced that Sing Street: Original Broadway Cast Recording will be out on Tuesday, April 21st.
The theater production of Sing Street — Carney’s semi-autobiographical story of a teenage...
The theater production of Sing Street — Carney’s semi-autobiographical story of a teenage...
- 4/15/2020
- by Claire Shaffer
- Rollingstone.com
This Harley Quinn review contains spoilers.
Harley Quinn Season 2 Episode 2
Harley Quinn is on the warpath! After killing the Penguin at the end of the last episode (spoiler alert!), our powerful protagonist has murder on her mind, deciding to hunt down another member of the newly formed Injustice League in order to take control of New New Gotham’s water and power supply. But it just so happens that all the electricity and clean water is only available under the protective glass globe of Riddler U, the overpriced university set up by its namesake. Buckle in kids, cos we’re going back to college and Ivy (and Stephanie) are along for the ride!
After the smart but silly infodump of the last episode–a few months have passed since last season, the Legion of Doom have reformed as the Injustice League, and they tried to kill Harley–this episode throws...
Harley Quinn Season 2 Episode 2
Harley Quinn is on the warpath! After killing the Penguin at the end of the last episode (spoiler alert!), our powerful protagonist has murder on her mind, deciding to hunt down another member of the newly formed Injustice League in order to take control of New New Gotham’s water and power supply. But it just so happens that all the electricity and clean water is only available under the protective glass globe of Riddler U, the overpriced university set up by its namesake. Buckle in kids, cos we’re going back to college and Ivy (and Stephanie) are along for the ride!
After the smart but silly infodump of the last episode–a few months have passed since last season, the Legion of Doom have reformed as the Injustice League, and they tried to kill Harley–this episode throws...
- 4/10/2020
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
Kaanchli Life In A Slough movie review is here. Released today ? February 07, 2020, the movie stars Sanjay Mishra, Shikha Malhotra, Lalit Parimoo and Nareshpal Singh Chauhan. Directed by Dedipya Joshii, the movie is based on a story by the famous writer from Rajasthan - Vijaydan Detha. Does the movie provides justice to the fine work by Late Vijaydan Detha, let?s find out in the movie review of Kaanchli Life In A Slough
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
Vijaydan Detha?s gem of an idea ? Kaanchli may not be at par with the earlier silver screen adaptations of his stories like Duvidha by Mani Kaul, which was later remade as Paheli by Amol Palekar starring Srk, Habeeb Tanveer?s Charandas Chor, or Parinati by Prakash Jha but certainly it has the potential of a sensual out of the box entertainer with an ode to women liberalization.
The Story of...
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
Vijaydan Detha?s gem of an idea ? Kaanchli may not be at par with the earlier silver screen adaptations of his stories like Duvidha by Mani Kaul, which was later remade as Paheli by Amol Palekar starring Srk, Habeeb Tanveer?s Charandas Chor, or Parinati by Prakash Jha but certainly it has the potential of a sensual out of the box entertainer with an ode to women liberalization.
The Story of...
- 2/7/2020
- GlamSham
Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan reveals he had some "personal" discussion with superstar Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri on Diwali.
The Bachchans host a grand Diwali bash every year to celebrate the festival of lights. Amitabh Bachchan's extended family and Bollywood colleagues are on the guest list.
Also Read:?Amitabh Bachchan discharged from hospital
Like every year, this time too, Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan adorned the guest list.
On Saturday, the Bollywood megastar shared a photo on Instagram where he can be seen having a discussion with Srk and Gauri. He captioned the image: "Shahrukh Gauri and the self in some serious discussions at Diwali...personal obviously?".
The picture has left fans speculating if the "serious" and "personal" discussion means that the two Bollywood biggies are planning to collaborate on a project soon.
Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan have featured together in films such...
The Bachchans host a grand Diwali bash every year to celebrate the festival of lights. Amitabh Bachchan's extended family and Bollywood colleagues are on the guest list.
Also Read:?Amitabh Bachchan discharged from hospital
Like every year, this time too, Shah Rukh Khan and his wife Gauri Khan adorned the guest list.
On Saturday, the Bollywood megastar shared a photo on Instagram where he can be seen having a discussion with Srk and Gauri. He captioned the image: "Shahrukh Gauri and the self in some serious discussions at Diwali...personal obviously?".
The picture has left fans speculating if the "serious" and "personal" discussion means that the two Bollywood biggies are planning to collaborate on a project soon.
Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan have featured together in films such...
- 11/9/2019
- GlamSham
The 1971 film had music by Salil Choudhury and lyrics by Gulzar and Yogesh, who together created some timeless melodies like Kahin Door Jab and Zindagi Kaisi Hai Paheli. Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Anand starred Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan and Sumita Sanyal...
- 10/21/2017
- Film Companion
In December last year we saw the release of the Rohit Shetty directed film Dilwale featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon. The film which was produced by Red Chillies and Rohit Shetty Productions, despite featuring a star studded cast and insane promotions did not perform as expected at the box office. However, now months after its release we hear that Shah Rukh Khan, whose production Red Chillies took over the distribution of the film in India has decided to refund the individual distributors to a certain extent for the losses incurred.
In fact back in 2001 and 2005, Shah Rukh Khan had refunded the individual distributors of his films Asoka (Eros) and Paheli (Utv), after both films underperformed at the box office. As a direct result of the actor's 2001 film Asoka underperforming at the box office, Shah Rukh's subsequent release Chalte Chalte was sold for a much lower price.
In fact back in 2001 and 2005, Shah Rukh Khan had refunded the individual distributors of his films Asoka (Eros) and Paheli (Utv), after both films underperformed at the box office. As a direct result of the actor's 2001 film Asoka underperforming at the box office, Shah Rukh's subsequent release Chalte Chalte was sold for a much lower price.
- 2/9/2016
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Dilwale releases in theatres this weekend and it’s easily the biggest release of 2015. The craze is unprecedented and there are several reasons for that.
The superstar: Shah Rukh Khan is one of the top superstars in the country and his track record in the last 10 years is exceptional. After the release of Paheli in 2005, none of his films have failed at the box office.Read More...
The superstar: Shah Rukh Khan is one of the top superstars in the country and his track record in the last 10 years is exceptional. After the release of Paheli in 2005, none of his films have failed at the box office.Read More...
- 12/15/2015
- by Indicine Team
- indicine
Red Chillies Entertainments Pvt Ltd and Rohit Shetty Productions unveiled the trailer of their upcoming film Dilwale in Mumbai along with fans and media. Director Rohit Shetty was present at the event along with the entire cast of the film – Kajol, Shah Rukh Khan, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Varun Sharma, Johnny Lever, Boman Irani and Sanjay Mishra. Far from being a conventional trailer launch, the evening saw the cast display a host of modified designer cars, a concept integral to the film.
The event began with the cast arriving on the red carpet in Dilip Chabbria (DC) designer cars. The trailer of the film was then unveiled to the audience that comprised of the media and fans from across India.
Director Rohit Shetty said, “The great response that we got from our association after Chennai Express, Mr. Khan and me wanted to gift our audience something special. Dilwale is not...
The event began with the cast arriving on the red carpet in Dilip Chabbria (DC) designer cars. The trailer of the film was then unveiled to the audience that comprised of the media and fans from across India.
Director Rohit Shetty said, “The great response that we got from our association after Chennai Express, Mr. Khan and me wanted to gift our audience something special. Dilwale is not...
- 11/12/2015
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
If you can believe it, Shah Rukh Khan turns the big 5-0 today. In celebration of this momentous occasion, we’ve compiled a list of 50 reasons we love the Baadshah of Bollywood. It wasn’t hard!
1. He gave us Rahul. From Dil To Pagal Hai and Yes Boss to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Ghum and more, Srk has totally owned this iconic, lover boy character.
2. He’s the quintessential Bollywood hero. Starting with his first super hit, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Srk stole the hearts of Bollywood audiences with his romantic persona.
3. …but conquers those serious roles too. His solid performances in films like Devdas, Swades, Chak De India and Dil Se show what a versatile actor he really is.
4. Those dimples! No explanation needed.
5. He makes us fall in love. Every. Single. Time!
6. He’s a family man. A quick glimpse at his social media...
1. He gave us Rahul. From Dil To Pagal Hai and Yes Boss to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Ghum and more, Srk has totally owned this iconic, lover boy character.
2. He’s the quintessential Bollywood hero. Starting with his first super hit, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Srk stole the hearts of Bollywood audiences with his romantic persona.
3. …but conquers those serious roles too. His solid performances in films like Devdas, Swades, Chak De India and Dil Se show what a versatile actor he really is.
4. Those dimples! No explanation needed.
5. He makes us fall in love. Every. Single. Time!
6. He’s a family man. A quick glimpse at his social media...
- 11/1/2015
- by Chandni Suri
- Bollyspice
With a very heavy heart, we present our tribute to one of Bollywood’s finest music composers, Aadesh Srivastava, who sadly lost his battle with cancer. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire Srivastava and Pandit family. Aadeshji has two sons, Avitesh and Anivesh, with his wife Vijayta Pandit, who is sister of the famous Music Director duo Jatin-Lalit.
Aadeshji was not only a music director but also a background score composer. He gave the background score to many films, such as Humraaz, Ye Hai Jalwa and Paheli, the latter being one of our favorite and most noted background scores.
Before we take a look at our favourite songs composed by Aadeshji, here are some special tributes from his colleagues within the music industry that have had the chance to work with him and meet him over the years:
Himesh Reshammiya – Music Director/Singer/Actor/Producer
“It’s very sad to hear about Aadesh Ji,...
Aadeshji was not only a music director but also a background score composer. He gave the background score to many films, such as Humraaz, Ye Hai Jalwa and Paheli, the latter being one of our favorite and most noted background scores.
Before we take a look at our favourite songs composed by Aadeshji, here are some special tributes from his colleagues within the music industry that have had the chance to work with him and meet him over the years:
Himesh Reshammiya – Music Director/Singer/Actor/Producer
“It’s very sad to hear about Aadesh Ji,...
- 9/7/2015
- by Jem Raj
- Bollyspice
Veteran actor and filmmaker Amol Palekar, who recently returned to television with the series 'Ek Nayi Ummeed... Roshni', will now be heading the Indian jury that will be selecting Indian films for the Academy Awards. Amol Palekar has directed some National Award winning films and his Bollywood film Paheli (starring Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji) was also India's official entry to the Oscars in 2005. While Amol Palekar expressed his joy over this honour, Suparn Sen, Secretary General for Ffi (Film Federation of India) too maintained that they are glad to have the eminent film personality as a part of their jury. As for the selection process this year, Amol Palekar is yet to decide on the films that will enter the 88th Academy awards and has revealed that he will be arranging a meeting with other esteemed members in the jury in order to make a decision.
- 8/25/2015
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
23 years into the film industry without having any godfather rightly proves that impossible mean I M possible. That is exactly what Shah Rukh Khan has taught us. A commoner from Delhi to 'The King Khan' of Bollywood isn't a cake walk. He started of his journey on small screen playing the role of a commando in 'Fauji' (1988). Where hard work meets destiny his big screen debut came back in 1992. Rest as they say is History! So let's turn the pages and go on a roller coaster ride of The King Khan's 23 glorious years in Bollywood right from those romantic films to action packed blockbusters.
1992:
Since his big screen debut in Deewana he managed to make the audience his deewana. His debut film turned out to be the second highest grossing film in that year which gave his career a roaring start. Down the year between mid-1992 to 1993 he did 5 more films- Chamatkar,...
1992:
Since his big screen debut in Deewana he managed to make the audience his deewana. His debut film turned out to be the second highest grossing film in that year which gave his career a roaring start. Down the year between mid-1992 to 1993 he did 5 more films- Chamatkar,...
- 6/25/2015
- GlamSham
Dance has been an integral part of Indian cinema for as long as anyone can recall, one cog of a trio of elements – timeless music and romance being the other two – that have thrilled fans, particularly of Bollywood, for more than a century.
This March, one of Bollywood’s most prolific choreographers and film makers is set to thrill audiences in London when she holds film making and choreography masterclasses as part of the London Asian Film Festival 2015 (Laff).
The multi-talented Farah Khan, director of the 2014 smash hit ‘Happy New Year’ will hold a choreography workshop and take part in a fun ‘Bollywood Razzmatazz’ at a special screening of her 2007 blockbuster romance Om Shanti Om in Central London on day one. The second date will feature a directing and filmmaking masterclass.
During her master class Khan will shed light on her remarkable Bollywood journey – from a self-taught dancer to becoming...
This March, one of Bollywood’s most prolific choreographers and film makers is set to thrill audiences in London when she holds film making and choreography masterclasses as part of the London Asian Film Festival 2015 (Laff).
The multi-talented Farah Khan, director of the 2014 smash hit ‘Happy New Year’ will hold a choreography workshop and take part in a fun ‘Bollywood Razzmatazz’ at a special screening of her 2007 blockbuster romance Om Shanti Om in Central London on day one. The second date will feature a directing and filmmaking masterclass.
During her master class Khan will shed light on her remarkable Bollywood journey – from a self-taught dancer to becoming...
- 2/17/2015
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Queen of Bollywood, Queen of Hearts, Dil Ki Rani are just some of the words synonymous with Rani Mukerji. She debuted back in 1996 with the film Raja Ki Aayegi Baarat, which tanked at the box office. People started writing her off even before she emerged. But then came the turning points of her career, in the form of Ghulam and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in 1998, and she proved that she’s here to stay. While Ghulam gave her the title of ‘Khandala Girl’, while Kuch Kuch Hota Hai made people take notice of this amazing actor who had the ability and talent to stand her own ground in front of superstars like Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. She went onto win lots of accolades for both her films and there was no turning back. With her impeccable talent and infectious spontaneity, she ruled the industry and people’s hearts for several years.
- 3/24/2014
- by Mehak Khurana
- Bollyspice
There is nothing better on Halloween than watching a scary film. It gets even better if it is a spooky, bone chilling, terrifying Bollywood film. With the spine tingling themes of haunted abandoned havelis (mansions), reincarnation, revenge of the dead and wandering lost spirits – who said that Bollywood only told romantic tales?
You may recall the chillingly melancholic ‘Aayega Aane Waala’ sung by Lata Mangeshkar.
Yes – this was the the first time Bollywood truly met the “horror” genre through Kamal Amrohi’s box office smash hit, Mahal (1949). Starring Ashok Kumar and Madhubala in the lead, Mahal was the very first Hindi film to explore the theme of re-incarnation. In the style of a thriller, Mahal pioneered the way for Gothic Indian fiction.
Bollywood through the 1970’s and 1980’s witnessed an abundant rising of the dead through the many successful horror films produced during these two decades.
In fact, Bollywood even...
You may recall the chillingly melancholic ‘Aayega Aane Waala’ sung by Lata Mangeshkar.
Yes – this was the the first time Bollywood truly met the “horror” genre through Kamal Amrohi’s box office smash hit, Mahal (1949). Starring Ashok Kumar and Madhubala in the lead, Mahal was the very first Hindi film to explore the theme of re-incarnation. In the style of a thriller, Mahal pioneered the way for Gothic Indian fiction.
Bollywood through the 1970’s and 1980’s witnessed an abundant rising of the dead through the many successful horror films produced during these two decades.
In fact, Bollywood even...
- 10/31/2013
- by Aashi Gahlot
- Bollyspice
New Delhi, Oct 9: Shah Rukh Khan is a successful actor and an astute businessman. Now the superstar is eyeing good content and wants to buy the copyright to enhance his library, which already has a collection of 18 films.
His company Red Chillies Entertainment, which has produced movies like "Main Hoon Na", "Paheli", and "Ra.One", is looking at movies and TV shows.
"Shah Rukh Khan is looking to acquire good content which will include his TV shows and his films. But not necessarily all his work. The decision is made by Red Chillies," said a source close to the actor.
"He already has a library of 18 movies. He has the copyrights of those movies," added the source.
It has been reported that Shah Rukh is in talks.
His company Red Chillies Entertainment, which has produced movies like "Main Hoon Na", "Paheli", and "Ra.One", is looking at movies and TV shows.
"Shah Rukh Khan is looking to acquire good content which will include his TV shows and his films. But not necessarily all his work. The decision is made by Red Chillies," said a source close to the actor.
"He already has a library of 18 movies. He has the copyrights of those movies," added the source.
It has been reported that Shah Rukh is in talks.
- 10/9/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
This weekend, Sonu Niigaam will be rocking the UK! With three concerts on the 16th (O2 Apollo, Manchester), 17th (Wembley Arena, London) and 18th (Demontfort Hall, Leicester) of August, we are all excited for Sonu’s upcoming tour: Sonu Nigam Rocks the UK. Organised by Perfect Harmony Productions Ltd with their associates Blues Communications, Cisne for Arts and Rock On Music, do not miss your chance to hear the iconic and mesmerising Sonu Nigam live. In anticipation, we bring you our BollySpice top Sonu songs from A to Z.
‘Ab Mujhe Raat Din’
Taken from Sonu’s own album ‘Deewana’ (1999), Ab Muje Raat Din is a beautiful song that describes the magic of falling in love perfectly!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsPDQBWHlS8
‘Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin’
From the film Agneepath (2012) cast including: Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra. This song made Sonu win almost all the awards in Bollywood.
‘Ab Mujhe Raat Din’
Taken from Sonu’s own album ‘Deewana’ (1999), Ab Muje Raat Din is a beautiful song that describes the magic of falling in love perfectly!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsPDQBWHlS8
‘Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin’
From the film Agneepath (2012) cast including: Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra. This song made Sonu win almost all the awards in Bollywood.
- 8/14/2013
- by Aashi Gahlot
- Bollyspice
Brought by Kanu Chauhan of Rajsun Entertainment, Sunidhi Chauhan, winner of multiple awards and honors for her vocal talent, has become a household name with many blockbuster hits under her belt such as ‘Beedi Jalaile’ and ‘Sheila Ki Jawani’. Alongside Sunidhi, supporting her with the male vocals was former Indian Idol 5 contestant, Rakesh Maini. Last but not the least, the very talented band with their unique hairstyles as the host, Raviraj Kande, charmingly put helped make the perfect recipe of a perfect show.
Bringing confidence in his dance and sur in his awaaz, Rakesh fired up the crowd with oldie songs like ‘Badan Pe Sitare’ or the most recent hits like ‘Tum Hi Ho’.
The stunning superstar of the show, Sunidhi Chauhan, made her entrance with a rocking performance of ‘Crazy Kiya Re’. The power-packed singer brought people dancing down the aisles as her sultry voice couldn’t help but lure everyone towards her.
Bringing confidence in his dance and sur in his awaaz, Rakesh fired up the crowd with oldie songs like ‘Badan Pe Sitare’ or the most recent hits like ‘Tum Hi Ho’.
The stunning superstar of the show, Sunidhi Chauhan, made her entrance with a rocking performance of ‘Crazy Kiya Re’. The power-packed singer brought people dancing down the aisles as her sultry voice couldn’t help but lure everyone towards her.
- 7/26/2013
- by Barkha Bahar
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, May 7: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will once again sport a moustache as he plays the role of an Inspector for Dish TV's upcoming commercial.
The 47-year-old previously sported a moustache in films like "Paheli" and "Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi".
From the bindi not being perfectly round in a TV serial to crocodile's tooth not looking clean in a wildlife documentary, Srk is seen going behind every scene to ensure the viewer gets the perfect look in the advertisement.
Directed by Piyush Raghani, the three TV commercials are part of Dish truHD+ campaign and will go on air Thursday.
Ians...
The 47-year-old previously sported a moustache in films like "Paheli" and "Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi".
From the bindi not being perfectly round in a TV serial to crocodile's tooth not looking clean in a wildlife documentary, Srk is seen going behind every scene to ensure the viewer gets the perfect look in the advertisement.
Directed by Piyush Raghani, the three TV commercials are part of Dish truHD+ campaign and will go on air Thursday.
Ians...
- 5/7/2013
- by Anita Agarwal
- RealBollywood.com
Amitabh Bachchan and Shahrukh Khan, the two dynamic actors of Bollywood will share the screen space again five years after the release of ‘Bhootnath’. Shahrukh and Big B were seen in movies like ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’, ‘Mohabbatein’, Yash Chopra's 'Veer-Zaara' and Amol Palekar's 'Paheli'. R Balki of ‘Cheeni Kum’ fame has roped the two big stars of Bollywood for his next venture. Buzz is that the film will co-produce by Big B's banner Abcl and Srk's production house, Red Chillies Entertainment. After from acting together, they will also involve in the movie promotion and marketing. "The content of the film is a closely gu...
- 3/3/2013
- Bollywoodmantra.com
Special 26 is a forthcoming drama which is directed by Neeraj Pandey. It stars Akshay Kumar, Kajal Aggarwal Manoj Bajpai, Anupam Kher, Jimmy Shergill and Divya Dutta in pivotal roles. The film is slated for release on 8 February 2013 and promises to be a thrilling action caper. It is based on real life events during the 1980s when a group of con artists who robbed a famous jewelry store in Mumbai, by posing as Cbi officers. They also robbed politicians and businessmen who were storing away black money. The music has been composed by M.M. Kreem, who also composed soundtracks to other films such as Dhokha (2007) and Paheli (2005). The lyrics have been written by Irshad Kamil, who also wrote songs for the hit Son of Sardaar (2012). So does the music to Special 26 have anything great to offer? Read on to find out our verdict on it!
The first track is Tujh Sang Lagee,...
The first track is Tujh Sang Lagee,...
- 1/29/2013
- by Bodrul Chaudhury
- Bollyspice
“If you start with a hero’s role, that’s all you’ll remain. You’ll never become an actor”
Even after 37 years of “Sholay”, it is very unlikely that one can forget the character actor A. K. Hangal who played the notable role of “Rahim Chacha” in the film with his famous one liner, “Itna sannata kyon hai, bhai”. Hangal, who passed away on August 26, in his last interview, given two months ago to Niilesh A Raje and Rajesh Subramanian:
“In Sholay, I was given the character role of a blind man and to get this character right I used psycho-technique to get the feeling of blindness,” revealed the veteran actor, when we met him at his modest apartment at Santacruz.
“I must admit that I got many fantastic roles. The length of the role never mattered to me; what mattered was the character”, added the nonagenarian who once advised actor Sanjeev Kumar,...
Even after 37 years of “Sholay”, it is very unlikely that one can forget the character actor A. K. Hangal who played the notable role of “Rahim Chacha” in the film with his famous one liner, “Itna sannata kyon hai, bhai”. Hangal, who passed away on August 26, in his last interview, given two months ago to Niilesh A Raje and Rajesh Subramanian:
“In Sholay, I was given the character role of a blind man and to get this character right I used psycho-technique to get the feeling of blindness,” revealed the veteran actor, when we met him at his modest apartment at Santacruz.
“I must admit that I got many fantastic roles. The length of the role never mattered to me; what mattered was the character”, added the nonagenarian who once advised actor Sanjeev Kumar,...
- 9/1/2012
- by Niilesh A Raje and Rajesh Subramanian
- DearCinema.com
The year 2012 has indeed been quite tragic for Bollywood as the industry has lost many a great talent this year. On early Sunday morning, yet another stalwart of Hindi cinema breathed his last. Yes we are indeed talking about the great A.K. Hangal saab who left for his eternal abode after being critically ill for a while. Hangal was admitted to the Asha Parekh Hospital in Santacruz on August 16, after he slipped and fell in his bathroom on August 14, fracturing his right thigh bone. Prior to this, the actor had also been suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic kidney disease and hypertension. Hangal has entertained us with his memorable performances in films like Sholay, Saagar, Shaukeen, Aandhi, Kora Kagaz, Bawarchi, Avtaar, Arjun and many more. His last few films included Aamir Khan's Lagaan and Shah Rukh Khan's Paheli. He even recently shot for a TV serial called 'Madhubala'. Hangal...
- 8/27/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Rani Mukerji. The very name triggers thoughts of a woman who is professional, determined and gutsy (both on and off screen!) and of course, who can forget her trademark husky voice!
As the incredible Rani turns 34, we look back on some of her acting finest, from debuting in Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat; she’s shown that she has what it takes to make it in Bollywood. With super hits such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, Saathiya, Chalte Chalte, Hum Tum, Bunty aur Babli and Paheli, demonstrating that she has the commercial power to reel in the masses, which makes her a bankable star the directors can rely on.
She’s also shown that she has the acting finesse to be able to play a whole host of characters and emotions, such as, ‘Sashi’ in Yuva, ‘Saamiya Siddiqui’ the feisty lawyer in Veer-Zaara,...
As the incredible Rani turns 34, we look back on some of her acting finest, from debuting in Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat; she’s shown that she has what it takes to make it in Bollywood. With super hits such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, Saathiya, Chalte Chalte, Hum Tum, Bunty aur Babli and Paheli, demonstrating that she has the commercial power to reel in the masses, which makes her a bankable star the directors can rely on.
She’s also shown that she has the acting finesse to be able to play a whole host of characters and emotions, such as, ‘Sashi’ in Yuva, ‘Saamiya Siddiqui’ the feisty lawyer in Veer-Zaara,...
- 3/22/2012
- by Neelofar Jamal
- Bollyspice
Get ready for Dhamaka 2012! Dhamaka means “explosion” and the show promises to be just that because performing live at the O2 will be Sonu Niigaam, Atif Aslam and the dance group Bolly Flex. Flex FX proudly brings you the aptly named show, Dhamaka 2012 at the world’s most popular venue ‘The O2’ on Sunday 22nd April 2012.
Creating musical history, are two of the world’s most sought after Asian voices – India’s soul, Sonu Nigam and Pakistan’s icon, Atif Aslam, together for the first time in history.
The venue is the world famous O2 arena, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, which is part of London’s Olympics in 2012, and is known as the centre of the earth. No better a place to celebrate the unity that music can bring.
Both international singing sensations will be performing live with their own full bands for 90 minutes. Each with perform all their Bollywood blockbusters,...
Creating musical history, are two of the world’s most sought after Asian voices – India’s soul, Sonu Nigam and Pakistan’s icon, Atif Aslam, together for the first time in history.
The venue is the world famous O2 arena, in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, which is part of London’s Olympics in 2012, and is known as the centre of the earth. No better a place to celebrate the unity that music can bring.
Both international singing sensations will be performing live with their own full bands for 90 minutes. Each with perform all their Bollywood blockbusters,...
- 3/10/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Dubai, Feb 19: Bollywood melody star Sunidhi Chauhan is set to perform for Indian music aficionados in Muscat, the capital city of Oman, next month.
Chauhan, one of the top female playback singers from India, will perform at the City Amphitheatre on March 30.
The show is staged in Oman by the Npa Events, gulf News reported.
She is known for her famous songs such as Ruki Ruki from the movie 'Mast', Sheila Ki Jawani (Tees Maar Khan), Desi Girl (Doastana), Mehboob Mere (Fiza), Dhoom Machale (Dhoom), Kaisi Paheli (Parineeta), Beedi Jalaayile (Omkara), Aaja Nachle (Aaja Nachle), Sajnaji Vari Vari (Honeymoon Travels Pvt..
Chauhan, one of the top female playback singers from India, will perform at the City Amphitheatre on March 30.
The show is staged in Oman by the Npa Events, gulf News reported.
She is known for her famous songs such as Ruki Ruki from the movie 'Mast', Sheila Ki Jawani (Tees Maar Khan), Desi Girl (Doastana), Mehboob Mere (Fiza), Dhoom Machale (Dhoom), Kaisi Paheli (Parineeta), Beedi Jalaayile (Omkara), Aaja Nachle (Aaja Nachle), Sajnaji Vari Vari (Honeymoon Travels Pvt..
- 2/19/2012
- by Leon David
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, Nov 24: Her melodious classic numbers 'Bairi Piya' and 'Dheere Jalna' helped Shreya Ghoshal in carving a niche for herself, but now she wants to learn rock music to connect with her friends.
'My knowledge in rock music is zero. So I have started educating myself for my friends who don't understand any other music,' the 27-year-old posted on mirco-blogging site Twitter.
The singer received awards for 'Bairi Piya' ('Devdas'), 'Dheere Jalna' ('Paheli') and 'Noor-e-Khuda' ('My Name Is Khan').
'My knowledge in rock music is zero. So I have started educating myself for my friends who don't understand any other music,' the 27-year-old posted on mirco-blogging site Twitter.
The singer received awards for 'Bairi Piya' ('Devdas'), 'Dheere Jalna' ('Paheli') and 'Noor-e-Khuda' ('My Name Is Khan').
- 11/24/2011
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
For almost 24 years, Shah Rukh Khan has fascinated audiences on the big and small screens with his magnetic charm and undeniable charisma. We at Bollyspice wanted to make his 46th birthday extra special with a full-fledged homage to Bollywood’s favourite romantic hero.
Born November 2, 1965 in New Delhi, who knew that he had such great potential ahead of him?
While I was just entering the world in 1988, Shahrukh Khan’s career was also taking its fledgling steps. He began on TV with the serial Fauji, and from there, his life took quite a turn. For the better.
He made a few small-scale films and played supporting characters for a short while. He did receive a good amount of limelight in his small roles, such as his movie Deewana in 1992, but it he didn’t strike big until 1993 with Yash Chopra’s Darr, where he stole all the accolades from Sunny Deol,...
Born November 2, 1965 in New Delhi, who knew that he had such great potential ahead of him?
While I was just entering the world in 1988, Shahrukh Khan’s career was also taking its fledgling steps. He began on TV with the serial Fauji, and from there, his life took quite a turn. For the better.
He made a few small-scale films and played supporting characters for a short while. He did receive a good amount of limelight in his small roles, such as his movie Deewana in 1992, but it he didn’t strike big until 1993 with Yash Chopra’s Darr, where he stole all the accolades from Sunny Deol,...
- 11/2/2011
- by Anita Ramakrishna
- Bollyspice
'Ra.One' (2011)
Starring Shahrukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Armaan Verma
Superhero action-adventure 'Ra.One'—the most expensive Indian film to date and boasting special effects that are equal to that of any Hollywood production—is a quintessential Indian family film that absorbs sci-fi into its panoply of genre with ease. It's exuberant, goofy, thrilling, and sweetly touching, with a conflict that's not really about the epic struggle between good and evil. The protagonist's mission is personal—he's not out to save the world, but rather a family, specifically a little boy, and he does so more through love than physical heroics. That makes him a different kind of superhero—an incredibly relatable one.
The story is never overwhelmed by the action, even though the action is stupendous, particularly a car chase scene through London with a video-game villain come to life and a runaway train sequence with the hero...
Starring Shahrukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Armaan Verma
Superhero action-adventure 'Ra.One'—the most expensive Indian film to date and boasting special effects that are equal to that of any Hollywood production—is a quintessential Indian family film that absorbs sci-fi into its panoply of genre with ease. It's exuberant, goofy, thrilling, and sweetly touching, with a conflict that's not really about the epic struggle between good and evil. The protagonist's mission is personal—he's not out to save the world, but rather a family, specifically a little boy, and he does so more through love than physical heroics. That makes him a different kind of superhero—an incredibly relatable one.
The story is never overwhelmed by the action, even though the action is stupendous, particularly a car chase scene through London with a video-game villain come to life and a runaway train sequence with the hero...
- 10/30/2011
- The Bollywood Ticket
He is someone whose Paa was a great literary poet. He is someone, who, even though was an Akela, but had set his Aankhen on his Manzil in Bollywood, a place where many come with millions of Armaan, a place which is a never ending Paheli to many and many go Nishabdh. Still, our Mard managed to achieve his Lakshya and climb the Deewaar of success, because he had Aetbaar in his talent and the Shakti to march ahead! His mantra to success was simply Hum Kisi Se Kum Nahin! Ladies and gentleman…he is none other than Bollywood's very own Amitabh Bachchan aka Big B, who celebrates his grand birthday today! With Waqt by his side and performances as pure as Ganga, in no time, he proved to the world that he was a Jaadugar and Toofan put together when it came to performances! That's why, in no time,...
- 10/11/2011
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
He is someone whose Paa was a great literary poet. He is someone, who, even though was an Akela, but had set his Aankhen on his Manzil in Bollywood, a place where many come with millions of Armaan, a place which is a never ending Paheli to many and many go Nishabdh. Still, our Mard managed to achieve his Lakshya and climb the Deewaar of success, because he had Aetbaar in his talent and the Shakti to march ahead! His mantra to success was simply Hum Kisi Se Kum Nahin! Ladies and gentleman…he is none other than Bollywood's very own Amitabh Bachchan aka Big B, who celebrates his grand birthday today! With Waqt by his side and performances as pure as Ganga, in no time, he proved to the world that he was a Jaadugar and Toofan put together when it came to performances! That's why, in no time,...
- 10/11/2011
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
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