Popular singer Darshan Raval is gearing up to set the festive mood with his latest track ‘Dhol Bajaa’ featuring ‘Dabangg 3’ actress Warina Hussain. The singer talked about the track which includes pop beats, sounds of dhol and fast dance moves by about 100 dancers.
Darshan said: “Navratri is one of my favourite festivals. It marks the beginning of the festive season in our country and sharing my music with audiences for a season of celebration has been an absolute joy.”
While the track is sung by Darshan and Prakriti Giri, it is composed by Javed-Mohsin and written by Danish Sabri.
The 27-year-old singer has given several hits like ‘Kheech Meri Photo’ from 2016 movie ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’, ‘Khair Mangde’ from 2021 Akshay Kumar-starrer film ‘Bell Bottom’, ‘Kabhi Tumhe’ from 2021 biographical war film ‘Shershaah’ starring Sidharth Malhotra.
He appreciated the composition and lyrics of the song and said it is perfect for...
Darshan said: “Navratri is one of my favourite festivals. It marks the beginning of the festive season in our country and sharing my music with audiences for a season of celebration has been an absolute joy.”
While the track is sung by Darshan and Prakriti Giri, it is composed by Javed-Mohsin and written by Danish Sabri.
The 27-year-old singer has given several hits like ‘Kheech Meri Photo’ from 2016 movie ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’, ‘Khair Mangde’ from 2021 Akshay Kumar-starrer film ‘Bell Bottom’, ‘Kabhi Tumhe’ from 2021 biographical war film ‘Shershaah’ starring Sidharth Malhotra.
He appreciated the composition and lyrics of the song and said it is perfect for...
- 9/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Cuttputlli, a psychological crime thriller film directed by Ranjit M Tewari (previous Bell Bottom 2021), is a remake of the 2018 Tamil film ‘Ratsasan’ and features Akshay Kumar, Sargun Mehta, Rakul Preet Singh, Chandrachur Singh in pivotal characters.
The narrative begins with Arjan Sethi (Akshay Kumar) preparing to direct a crime thriller. A son of a cop, with deep interests in crime research. He has spent almost 7 years researching on various crimes globally and has prepared a script to be a director. But soon finds himself in a cop uniform in the quiet, beautiful, exotic and lush green valley of Kasauli. Arjan is recruited as a sub inspector (in place of his dead father) and instructed to do sundry duties. Soon he chances upon an opportunity and shares his input in a brutal child murder case. At first, he is belittled but sooner his theory proves correct. From here begins Arjan’s...
The narrative begins with Arjan Sethi (Akshay Kumar) preparing to direct a crime thriller. A son of a cop, with deep interests in crime research. He has spent almost 7 years researching on various crimes globally and has prepared a script to be a director. But soon finds himself in a cop uniform in the quiet, beautiful, exotic and lush green valley of Kasauli. Arjan is recruited as a sub inspector (in place of his dead father) and instructed to do sundry duties. Soon he chances upon an opportunity and shares his input in a brutal child murder case. At first, he is belittled but sooner his theory proves correct. From here begins Arjan’s...
- 9/2/2022
- by Nitin Jain
- GlamSham
Akshay Kumar is India’s busiest actor, working through the pandemic and delivering hits across platforms. Over the years he has proved to be Bollywood’s banker with rarely a misstep at the box office.
During the pandemic era, his horror-comedy “Laxmii” debuted directly on streamer Disney Plus Hotstar and racked up big numbers for the service. The producers of cop-drama “Sooryavanshi” held out and released the film theatrically after cinemas reopened and were rewarded with a $40 million box office haul.
The prolific star, who has appeared in well over 100 films, has Aanand Rai’s musical romance “Atrangi Re” streaming directly on Disney Plus Hotstar from Dec. 24 and a staggering six releases, across a gamut of genres, lined up for theatrical release in 2022, plus hush hush Amazon Prime Video series “The End.”
Variety caught up with the star during a rare pause in his hectic schedule.
Variety: “Sooryavanshi” is the...
During the pandemic era, his horror-comedy “Laxmii” debuted directly on streamer Disney Plus Hotstar and racked up big numbers for the service. The producers of cop-drama “Sooryavanshi” held out and released the film theatrically after cinemas reopened and were rewarded with a $40 million box office haul.
The prolific star, who has appeared in well over 100 films, has Aanand Rai’s musical romance “Atrangi Re” streaming directly on Disney Plus Hotstar from Dec. 24 and a staggering six releases, across a gamut of genres, lined up for theatrical release in 2022, plus hush hush Amazon Prime Video series “The End.”
Variety caught up with the star during a rare pause in his hectic schedule.
Variety: “Sooryavanshi” is the...
- 12/23/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
AwardsThe ninth edition of the Siima Awards ceremony will be held on September 18 and 19 in Hyderabad, and will include nominations for both 2019 and 2020. Tnm Staffhttps://siima.in/The nominees for the South Indian International Movie Awards (Siima) 2019 and 2020 have been announced under various categories for all four south Indian languages— Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada. The ninth edition of this award ceremony will be held on September 18 and 19 in Hyderabad. The 2020 ceremony was cancelled due to the pandemic, and the awards for 2019 and 2020 will be held in September. Under the category of Best Film for 2019, Ajith and Nayanathara’s Viswasam, Mammootty’s Peranbu, Dhanush and Manju Warrier starrer Asuran, Karthi’s Kaithi and Sivakarthikeyan’s Namma Veettu Pillai are the nominees. In Telugu, Mahesh Babu’s Maharshi, Nani’s sports drama Jersey, Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Akkineni’s Majili, Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy and F2, which featured an ensemble cast of actors.
- 8/28/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
The award-winning director is best known for Wolf And Sheep and The Orphanage.
Award-winning Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat has made it out of Afghanistan after a tense few days awaiting safe passage, her Copenhagen-based producer Katja Adomeit has announced.
Sadat is best known for her second feature Wolf And Sheep, which won the main award at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight in 2016, and third feature The Orphanage, which also played in the parallel section in 2019.
“With the help of the French government and from people all around the world, Shahrbanoo made it after many days together with nine family members through the...
Award-winning Afghan director Shahrbanoo Sadat has made it out of Afghanistan after a tense few days awaiting safe passage, her Copenhagen-based producer Katja Adomeit has announced.
Sadat is best known for her second feature Wolf And Sheep, which won the main award at Cannes Directors’ Fortnight in 2016, and third feature The Orphanage, which also played in the parallel section in 2019.
“With the help of the French government and from people all around the world, Shahrbanoo made it after many days together with nine family members through the...
- 8/23/2021
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- ScreenDaily
Thriller produced by Pooja Entertainment released theatrically on August 19 despite the fact that only 50% of screens have reopened in India.
Pooja Entertainment’s Bell Bottom, starring Akshay Kumar, opened in Indian cinemas over the weekend (August 19-22), becoming the first major Bollywood film to be released theatrically since the country’s devastating Covid-19 second wave.
The film released theatrically despite the fact that only 50% of screens have reopened in India and many of those that are open are operating at reduced capacity. Cinemas in Mumbai and the state of Maharashtra, which account for around 30% of national box office, remain closed.
Pooja Entertainment’s Bell Bottom, starring Akshay Kumar, opened in Indian cinemas over the weekend (August 19-22), becoming the first major Bollywood film to be released theatrically since the country’s devastating Covid-19 second wave.
The film released theatrically despite the fact that only 50% of screens have reopened in India and many of those that are open are operating at reduced capacity. Cinemas in Mumbai and the state of Maharashtra, which account for around 30% of national box office, remain closed.
- 8/23/2021
- by Liz Shackleton
- ScreenDaily
Chehre, the anticipated mystery, thriller, edge of the seat drama packed with suspense revolves around the characters playing the game of justice. The movie features megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi pitted against each other. Chehre also stars Annu Kapoor, Krystle D’Souza, Dhritiman Chatterjee, Raghubir Yadav, Siddhanth Kapoor, and Rhea Chakraborty. The film, directed by Rumy Jafry is set to release in the cinema houses on 27th August 2021.
Read on to find out 5 reasons why Chehre will bring more audiences back into theatres
1. Because it is a tightly-knit suspense thriller written by that master screenwriter Rumy Jafry who says he has never had more fun with the suspense genre before. The wondrously-wound screenplay will keep audiences guessing until the very end. We haven’t had a solid persuasive suspense thriller in quite a while. Chehre is it.
2. Because it is the comeback film for Rhea Chakraborty who has been through hell,...
Read on to find out 5 reasons why Chehre will bring more audiences back into theatres
1. Because it is a tightly-knit suspense thriller written by that master screenwriter Rumy Jafry who says he has never had more fun with the suspense genre before. The wondrously-wound screenplay will keep audiences guessing until the very end. We haven’t had a solid persuasive suspense thriller in quite a while. Chehre is it.
2. Because it is the comeback film for Rhea Chakraborty who has been through hell,...
- 8/21/2021
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
BellBottom
Starring Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta
Directed by Ranjit Tiwary
I braved Covid to see Bell Bottom. The attendance was not unimpressive. Considering…. The atmosphere was subdued, almost reverent. I could hear murmurs all around me about returning after two years, etc etc.
The mood was that of a temple. Sadly BellBottom rings too many familiar bells. It doesn’t really match up to the expectation of the expectant crowds, some of who had almost forgotten what a movie feels like in a theatre. BellBottom is halfway exhilarating.
Aptly, much of the plotting and planning takes place in the prime minister’s chamber. Prime Minster Indira Gandhi, that is. Yes, this is the 1980s when bell bottoms were already on the way out. Perhaps the fact that the hero, a reluctant Raw agent named Anshul Malhotra, played by the habitually equanimous Akshay Kumar, goes by the code-name BellBottom is an...
Starring Akshay Kumar, Lara Dutta
Directed by Ranjit Tiwary
I braved Covid to see Bell Bottom. The attendance was not unimpressive. Considering…. The atmosphere was subdued, almost reverent. I could hear murmurs all around me about returning after two years, etc etc.
The mood was that of a temple. Sadly BellBottom rings too many familiar bells. It doesn’t really match up to the expectation of the expectant crowds, some of who had almost forgotten what a movie feels like in a theatre. BellBottom is halfway exhilarating.
Aptly, much of the plotting and planning takes place in the prime minister’s chamber. Prime Minster Indira Gandhi, that is. Yes, this is the 1980s when bell bottoms were already on the way out. Perhaps the fact that the hero, a reluctant Raw agent named Anshul Malhotra, played by the habitually equanimous Akshay Kumar, goes by the code-name BellBottom is an...
- 8/19/2021
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
When “Bellbottom,” starring Akshay Kumar, releases on Aug. 19, it will be the first major Bollywood film to release in Indian cinemas after a quarter devastated by the deadly second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Only 50% of screens in India have reopened and many of them are operating at reduced capacity. The rest, including those in the Western Indian state of Maharashtra, home to Mumbai and the Bollywood and Marathi-language film industries, remain closed.
The film is an 1980s-set thriller set against the backdrop of a spate of Indian Airlines hijackings by forces hostile to India. Kumar plays an Indian secret agent code-named Bellbottom.
The film is produced by veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment (“Coolie No 1”) in association with Emmay Entertainment (“The Empire”).
“Vashu Bhagnani is a bold and brave man and I respect that he is the first to take the leap, despite the fact certain major territories...
Only 50% of screens in India have reopened and many of them are operating at reduced capacity. The rest, including those in the Western Indian state of Maharashtra, home to Mumbai and the Bollywood and Marathi-language film industries, remain closed.
The film is an 1980s-set thriller set against the backdrop of a spate of Indian Airlines hijackings by forces hostile to India. Kumar plays an Indian secret agent code-named Bellbottom.
The film is produced by veteran producer Vashu Bhagnani’s Pooja Entertainment (“Coolie No 1”) in association with Emmay Entertainment (“The Empire”).
“Vashu Bhagnani is a bold and brave man and I respect that he is the first to take the leap, despite the fact certain major territories...
- 8/16/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Akshay Kumar has been gearing up for the release of BellBottom. The actor recently shared a BTS video on social media featuring a few behind-the-scenes action sequences. In the video, we get a glimpse of Akshay practicing hard during takes as he tries to perfect each and every shot. The actor who is known for his fitness went the extra mile while training and shooting for his character in the film in the middle of the jungle. Akshay motivated the entire crew to participate and make the most of the training sessions.
In the video, Akshay mentions that his wife, Twinkle Khanna was present on the sets and he decided to impress her with his training even after 20 years of their marriage.
Known for doing his own stunts, Akshay even insisted on performing some high-octane action sequences, even though he was advised to use a body double.
Check it out!
In the video, Akshay mentions that his wife, Twinkle Khanna was present on the sets and he decided to impress her with his training even after 20 years of their marriage.
Known for doing his own stunts, Akshay even insisted on performing some high-octane action sequences, even though he was advised to use a body double.
Check it out!
- 8/10/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Vaani Kapoor has a dream line-up right now. After her last release, the blockbuster "War" in 2019, she was cruising along, looking at three mega releases in 2020. Then, pandemic struck.
It's delayed her date with the box office, of course, but "Bell Bottom" starring Akshay Kumar, "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" with Ayushmann Khurrana and "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor are still mega attractions at the box office. It's been a long wait, but with "Bell Bottom" being formally announced for theatrical release on July 27, Vaani tells you it pays to be patient.
"It's a solid product and Akshay sir, like in every film of his, is simply outstanding. One has to see the film to understand what he has done. I'm grateful that I have a big film coming out now," says Vaani.
"It's been a long wait to see my films get a release due to the virus, but I'm being super...
It's delayed her date with the box office, of course, but "Bell Bottom" starring Akshay Kumar, "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" with Ayushmann Khurrana and "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor are still mega attractions at the box office. It's been a long wait, but with "Bell Bottom" being formally announced for theatrical release on July 27, Vaani tells you it pays to be patient.
"It's a solid product and Akshay sir, like in every film of his, is simply outstanding. One has to see the film to understand what he has done. I'm grateful that I have a big film coming out now," says Vaani.
"It's been a long wait to see my films get a release due to the virus, but I'm being super...
- 6/17/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Pooja Entertainment's lavishly mounted, espionage thriller 'Bellbottom' has generated huge buzz in recent days with trade insiders speculating about its release. Today Akshay Kumar ended the speculation and announced July 27th as the release date of the film.
Bellbottom has always managed to lead the change from the beginning. Even last year, it hit the headlines for being the first Hindi film to be shot and completed during the pandemic with exemplary on-set Covid management.
The eagerly awaited suspenseful spy drama based on true events is now ripe for release and cinema lovers who are longing to throng back to theatres have blocked their calendars. Notably, this will be the first Akshay Kumar starrer to enjoy a theatrical release this year.
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For the fans who have been waiting to see Akshay Kumar in a vintage action avatar,...
Bellbottom has always managed to lead the change from the beginning. Even last year, it hit the headlines for being the first Hindi film to be shot and completed during the pandemic with exemplary on-set Covid management.
The eagerly awaited suspenseful spy drama based on true events is now ripe for release and cinema lovers who are longing to throng back to theatres have blocked their calendars. Notably, this will be the first Akshay Kumar starrer to enjoy a theatrical release this year.
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For the fans who have been waiting to see Akshay Kumar in a vintage action avatar,...
- 6/15/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The makers of Maharani recently dropped the trailer of the series, giving us an insight into the game of Indian political scenario. In the trailer, Sohum Shah plays the Chief Minister of Bihar, while Huma Qureshi will play his wife.
Two talent powerhouses joining hands together is going to be a huge visual delight for the audiences. The salient chemistry between the two has been hailed by the audiences, as both of them were perfectly able to don upon the their respective characters perfectly.
The trailer gives a glimpse of Huma's journey from a wife-to-Chief Minister to becoming the Cm herself. In one of the sequence, we see a hurt Sohum Shah in hospital, a few scenes later, he addresses the media and his party members that his seat will be taken up by his wife Rani Bharati, which proves to be a game changer.
A source close to the development reveals,...
Two talent powerhouses joining hands together is going to be a huge visual delight for the audiences. The salient chemistry between the two has been hailed by the audiences, as both of them were perfectly able to don upon the their respective characters perfectly.
The trailer gives a glimpse of Huma's journey from a wife-to-Chief Minister to becoming the Cm herself. In one of the sequence, we see a hurt Sohum Shah in hospital, a few scenes later, he addresses the media and his party members that his seat will be taken up by his wife Rani Bharati, which proves to be a game changer.
A source close to the development reveals,...
- 5/24/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Akshay Kumar starrer Sooryavanshi is an action film directed by Rohit Shetty. The film is the fourth installment of Shetty's Cop Universe and stars Akshay Kumar as Anti-Terrorism Squad chief Dcp Veer Sooryavanshi. Ajay Devgn and Ranveer Singh in extended cameo appearances reprise their roles of Singham and Simmba from the franchise's previous films.
Initially locked for theatrical release on 24 March 2020, Sooryavanshi were postponed several times due to the Covid-19 pandemic in India. The release date of film has been postponed indefinitely due to rise in Covid-19 cases and lockdown in Maharashtra.
Akshay Kumar today released a statement that read, "I’m humbled at the excitement and eagerness of my fans regarding the release of Sooryavanshi and Bell Bottom, and want to thank them from the bottom of my heart for all their love."
He further clarified saying, "However, at this point, it is purely speculative to say that both...
Initially locked for theatrical release on 24 March 2020, Sooryavanshi were postponed several times due to the Covid-19 pandemic in India. The release date of film has been postponed indefinitely due to rise in Covid-19 cases and lockdown in Maharashtra.
Akshay Kumar today released a statement that read, "I’m humbled at the excitement and eagerness of my fans regarding the release of Sooryavanshi and Bell Bottom, and want to thank them from the bottom of my heart for all their love."
He further clarified saying, "However, at this point, it is purely speculative to say that both...
- 5/22/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
We have your first look of Akshay Kumar’s character in Ram Setu. The star began shooting for the film which will dig deep into the excavation of the popular Ram Setu. Joining Akshay Kumar in Ram Setu, will be Jacqueline Fernandez and Nushrratt Bharuccha, who will star as the film’s lead actresses.
Akshay Kumar will play an archaeologist in the film and this new look was inspired by several Indian and international professional archaeologists who work in the field. Writing about the film, Akshay posted, “The journey of making one of the most special films for me begins today. #RamSetu shooting begins!”
The actor posted the picture on social media too asking his fans their thoughts on his look “Would love to hear your thoughts on the look? It always matters to me.”
The production for Ram Setu will follow strict protocols to ensure the safety of all those involved with the film.
Akshay Kumar will play an archaeologist in the film and this new look was inspired by several Indian and international professional archaeologists who work in the field. Writing about the film, Akshay posted, “The journey of making one of the most special films for me begins today. #RamSetu shooting begins!”
The actor posted the picture on social media too asking his fans their thoughts on his look “Would love to hear your thoughts on the look? It always matters to me.”
The production for Ram Setu will follow strict protocols to ensure the safety of all those involved with the film.
- 3/30/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Akshay Kumar on Monday tweeted a Holi picture with daughter Nitara. The actor and his six-year-old daughter have faces covered in 'gulaal' in the image. "No bigger joy that festivities with those who are part of you. #Holihappiness #staysafe #Familyfun," Akshay wrote with the image.
No bigger joy than festivities with those who are a part of you ❤️#HoliHappiness #StaySafe #FamilyFun pic.twitter.com/GAhdnuLzPw
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) March 29, 2021
Earlier in the day, Akshay had posted a cautionary tweet to fans planning to play Holi amid the ongoing pandemic, requesting them to maintain Covid protocol and not compromise on their safety. Akshay drew from his hit song "Do me a favour let's play Holi" from his 2005 release "Waqt: Race Against Time" to make his point.
Do me a favour let’s not play Holi! Celebrate at home, for your safety and the safety of your loved ones...
No bigger joy than festivities with those who are a part of you ❤️#HoliHappiness #StaySafe #FamilyFun pic.twitter.com/GAhdnuLzPw
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) March 29, 2021
Earlier in the day, Akshay had posted a cautionary tweet to fans planning to play Holi amid the ongoing pandemic, requesting them to maintain Covid protocol and not compromise on their safety. Akshay drew from his hit song "Do me a favour let's play Holi" from his 2005 release "Waqt: Race Against Time" to make his point.
Do me a favour let’s not play Holi! Celebrate at home, for your safety and the safety of your loved ones...
- 3/29/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, March 25 (Ians) Actress Vaani Kapoor credits her big films such as War, Bell-Bottom, Shamshera, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui for getting the eyeballs, though she says along with it comes scrutiny.
"When you do big films, while you are bound to get more eyeballs along with it comes a lot of scrutiny. I have always been clear in my head that I want to be part of films that allow me to showcase my skills as an actor," said Vaani.
She added: "My next films -- Bell Bottom, Shamshera, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui -- are films that will hopefully entertain all of India and I have given it my all."
In Bell Bottom, Vaani stars with Akshay Kumar, in Shamshera she is opposite Ranbir Kapoor, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui will see her opposite Ayushmann Khurrana.
"Signing big films has definitely helped me to get the required attention in the brand...
"When you do big films, while you are bound to get more eyeballs along with it comes a lot of scrutiny. I have always been clear in my head that I want to be part of films that allow me to showcase my skills as an actor," said Vaani.
She added: "My next films -- Bell Bottom, Shamshera, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui -- are films that will hopefully entertain all of India and I have given it my all."
In Bell Bottom, Vaani stars with Akshay Kumar, in Shamshera she is opposite Ranbir Kapoor, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui will see her opposite Ayushmann Khurrana.
"Signing big films has definitely helped me to get the required attention in the brand...
- 3/25/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Actress Vaani Kapoor scorches in a new Instagram post she has shared on Thursday. The actress uploaded a picture in yellow bikini top paired with white pants, looking tanned and sultry.
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"It was all glimmer and warm honey in the yellow light," she captioned her post.
Vaani has been receiving praises galore from her followers and colleagues.
The actress has a big line-up in the months ahead. She recently wrapped up the shooting of "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" alongside actor Ayushmann Khurrana. She will also be seen in "Bell Bottom" starring Akshay Kumar, and in "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt.
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"It was all glimmer and warm honey in the yellow light," she captioned her post.
Vaani has been receiving praises galore from her followers and colleagues.
The actress has a big line-up in the months ahead. She recently wrapped up the shooting of "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" alongside actor Ayushmann Khurrana. She will also be seen in "Bell Bottom" starring Akshay Kumar, and in "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt.
- 3/18/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
By Vinod Mirani
There seems to be some positive development for the exhibition trade, as some filmmakers are venturing to release their films at the cinema halls. Last year, due to Corona, some of the best release slots were lost. Since then, neither filmmakers nor viewers have come forward to take in a movie at a cinema hall.
Not that any film released since lockdown in cinema halls was withdrawn -- albeit with restrictions -- had what is called face value or promotion. The few films that managed to release were not worth one's while even during normal situation, least of all in Corona time.
Since the cinemas reopened in September last year, films like "Khali Peeli", "Bolo Hau", "Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari", "Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi", "12 'O' Clock", "Madam Chief Minister", "Kaagaz", "Indoo Ki Jawani", "Amma Ki Boli" and a few other such films released in cinema halls. They had...
There seems to be some positive development for the exhibition trade, as some filmmakers are venturing to release their films at the cinema halls. Last year, due to Corona, some of the best release slots were lost. Since then, neither filmmakers nor viewers have come forward to take in a movie at a cinema hall.
Not that any film released since lockdown in cinema halls was withdrawn -- albeit with restrictions -- had what is called face value or promotion. The few films that managed to release were not worth one's while even during normal situation, least of all in Corona time.
Since the cinemas reopened in September last year, films like "Khali Peeli", "Bolo Hau", "Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari", "Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi", "12 'O' Clock", "Madam Chief Minister", "Kaagaz", "Indoo Ki Jawani", "Amma Ki Boli" and a few other such films released in cinema halls. They had...
- 3/14/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Feb 26: Bollywood filmmakers never miss a chance to sensationalize, to grab a few extra eyeballs. This year, makers seem to have hit the idea of quirky titles. Liger to Looop Lapeta, Pagglait to Bell Bottom, and Gangubai Kathiawadi to Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi, names of films really take an unusual turn this year.
Quirky titles bordering on being tongue-twisters, of course are not new to Bollywood. In the past, the industry made Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi, Badhti Ka Naam Dadhi, Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli, Allah Meherban Toh Gadha Pahelwan and Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty.
Here are some recent titles that render the films in question a dash of added audience interest.
Liger
Imagine a cross breed between a Lion and Tiger! That's Vijay Deverakonda for you - at least in spirit, going by the title of his next film. The poster and title created a frenzy on social media upon launch.
Quirky titles bordering on being tongue-twisters, of course are not new to Bollywood. In the past, the industry made Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi, Badhti Ka Naam Dadhi, Jal Bin Machhli Nritya Bin Bijli, Allah Meherban Toh Gadha Pahelwan and Dhoti Lota Aur Chowpatty.
Here are some recent titles that render the films in question a dash of added audience interest.
Liger
Imagine a cross breed between a Lion and Tiger! That's Vijay Deverakonda for you - at least in spirit, going by the title of his next film. The poster and title created a frenzy on social media upon launch.
- 2/26/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Feb 26: Actress Vaani Kapoor has three back-to-back releases in the coming months. She will be seen in Bell Bottom, Shamshera and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui.
With three back-to-back releases, Vaani says she is mentally preparing herself for an intensely hectic promotion schedule in the coming months. Bell Bottom will release on May 28, Shamshera is set for June 25, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui will hit the screens on July 9.
"It is remarkable that I have three back-to-back releases in three months. So, I'm mentally preparing myself for an intensely hectic work schedule when I will promote Bell Bottom, Shamshera, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui back to back. I don't think I will have a single minute for myself over the next five months but I'm not complaining," said Vaani.
Vaani Kapoor is excited to present herself in three different avatars in a span of three months.
"What is exciting is the audience...
With three back-to-back releases, Vaani says she is mentally preparing herself for an intensely hectic promotion schedule in the coming months. Bell Bottom will release on May 28, Shamshera is set for June 25, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui will hit the screens on July 9.
"It is remarkable that I have three back-to-back releases in three months. So, I'm mentally preparing myself for an intensely hectic work schedule when I will promote Bell Bottom, Shamshera, and Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui back to back. I don't think I will have a single minute for myself over the next five months but I'm not complaining," said Vaani.
Vaani Kapoor is excited to present herself in three different avatars in a span of three months.
"What is exciting is the audience...
- 2/26/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Feb 21 (Ians) Bollywood star Akshay Kumar says he realised the importance of reinvention when he got stuck with the action hero image in the initial stage of his career.
"I realised it (the need to reinvent) long back, because in the initial days I used to do only action films. I was known as an action hero. In fact, when I used to get up every morning, I would know I had to go on the set and do action. I used to get bored and used to think ‘what am I doing by just doing action'," Akshay said.
He recalls using comedy to break away from the stereotype, and then also explored rom-com space.
"I tried doing different things. At that time, people used to say ‘tu comedy nahi kar payega (you won't be able to do comedy)'. But Priyadarshanji and Rajkumar Santoshiji gave me my break in comedy,...
"I realised it (the need to reinvent) long back, because in the initial days I used to do only action films. I was known as an action hero. In fact, when I used to get up every morning, I would know I had to go on the set and do action. I used to get bored and used to think ‘what am I doing by just doing action'," Akshay said.
He recalls using comedy to break away from the stereotype, and then also explored rom-com space.
"I tried doing different things. At that time, people used to say ‘tu comedy nahi kar payega (you won't be able to do comedy)'. But Priyadarshanji and Rajkumar Santoshiji gave me my break in comedy,...
- 2/21/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Feb 19 (Ians) The Akshay Kumar-starrer Bell Bottom will see a theatrical release on May 28, the makers confirmed on Friday.
"Countdown begins! #Bellbottom to release in cinemas near you on 28th May, 2021!" a tweet from the film's production house Pooja Entertainment read.
Actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani also confirmed with a tweet: "Mark your calendar #Bellbottom arrives in cinemas near you on 28th May, 2021!"
Bell Bottom is an espionage thriller set in the 1980s. The film was largely shot in Glasgow, Scotland, amid lockdown. The Ranjit M. Tewari directorial also stars Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta Bhupathi and Huma Qureshi.
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"Countdown begins! #Bellbottom to release in cinemas near you on 28th May, 2021!" a tweet from the film's production house Pooja Entertainment read.
Actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani also confirmed with a tweet: "Mark your calendar #Bellbottom arrives in cinemas near you on 28th May, 2021!"
Bell Bottom is an espionage thriller set in the 1980s. The film was largely shot in Glasgow, Scotland, amid lockdown. The Ranjit M. Tewari directorial also stars Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta Bhupathi and Huma Qureshi.
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- 2/19/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
It has been 30 years since Akshay Kumar entered Bollywood, and to say his journey has been eventful would be an understatement. From outsider and struggler to National Award-winning superstar has been a long road, and Akshay says entering the industry is easier than maintaining one's position and and coping up with everything.
"The challenge lies in maintaining yourself. Maintaining yourself in the industry is a big challenge. You will not believe that entering the film industry is still easier, but to maintain yourself in the industry and to keep up and cope up with everything going on, and be there in the industry, is a very difficult job," Akshay told Ians, reflecting on his journey.
Over the years, Akshay has held on to the advice his father once gave him, as he surged ahead in his career.
"I follow what my father taught me -- keep working hard. Kal ki chinta na karo,...
"The challenge lies in maintaining yourself. Maintaining yourself in the industry is a big challenge. You will not believe that entering the film industry is still easier, but to maintain yourself in the industry and to keep up and cope up with everything going on, and be there in the industry, is a very difficult job," Akshay told Ians, reflecting on his journey.
Over the years, Akshay has held on to the advice his father once gave him, as he surged ahead in his career.
"I follow what my father taught me -- keep working hard. Kal ki chinta na karo,...
- 1/30/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
SandalwoodDirected by Jayathirtha, who also helmed the prequel, the film will see Rishab Shetty and Hari Prriya reprising their roles.Digital NativeKannada film Bell Bottom 2 commenced with Power Star Puneeth Rajkumar gracing the event. Earlier in the day, the team unveiled the title of the film and later began the proceedings with the customary pooja. Sharing pics from the event on her social media page, actor Hari Prriya wrote, “Here are some pics from the launch of Bell Bottom – 2 (The curious case of Chendoova). Thank you @PuneethRajkumar Sir for gracing the function! Need all your wishes and prayers ppl. #Bellbottom #bellbottom2 @shetty_rishab @TanyaHope_offl @jayathirtha77.” Here are some pics from the launch of Bell Bottom - 2 (The curious case of Chendoova). Thank you @PuneethRajkumar Sir for gracing the function! Need all your wishes and prayers ppl #Bellbottom #bellbottom2 @shetty_rishab @TanyaHope_offl @jayathirtha77 pic.twitter.com/lllTd1UTCk — HariPrriya...
- 1/29/2021
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Actor Aniruddh Dave is all set to welcome his first child with wife Shubhi Ahuja. He says it is time for him to put on his real-life hero hat.
"Every child needs a hero and looks up to their parents as one. In my career spanning over a decade, I have played a plethora of roles. Now it's time to take up the role of a real-life hero for my baby," shares Aniruddh.
The actor, who is thrilled to welcome their baby says, "We have so many things planned and all set to welcome our bundle of joy. Both Shubhi and I are very careful with ensuring that we provide our child with the best of facilities and comfort. Sure, there are some things that we will only realize once our baby is in our arms, but I know I am going to do everything in the world to bring happiness to my family.
"Every child needs a hero and looks up to their parents as one. In my career spanning over a decade, I have played a plethora of roles. Now it's time to take up the role of a real-life hero for my baby," shares Aniruddh.
The actor, who is thrilled to welcome their baby says, "We have so many things planned and all set to welcome our bundle of joy. Both Shubhi and I are very careful with ensuring that we provide our child with the best of facilities and comfort. Sure, there are some things that we will only realize once our baby is in our arms, but I know I am going to do everything in the world to bring happiness to my family.
- 1/15/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The Bollywood spy flick gets more ambitious this year, with a couple of top superstars signing up roles in the genre. Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut and Sidharth Malhotra will give the Bollywood spy thriller new-age twist on big screen, even as Manoj Bajpayee continues with his escapades in the Ott space with The Family Man 2.
While the Hollywood hangover is still evident on Hindi espionage thrillers when it comes to form and execution, the new-age Bollywood spy banks heavily on pop patriotism for his mojo when it comes to content.
A list of some of the most awaited films in the genre.
Bell Bottom
This Akshay Kumar-starrer is inspired by true events. Set in the 1980s, Bell Bottom was one of the earliest Bollywood films to go on floors after the Covid-induced lockdown. Leaked photos from the sets went viral on social media during its shoot in Glasgow, Scotland, in...
While the Hollywood hangover is still evident on Hindi espionage thrillers when it comes to form and execution, the new-age Bollywood spy banks heavily on pop patriotism for his mojo when it comes to content.
A list of some of the most awaited films in the genre.
Bell Bottom
This Akshay Kumar-starrer is inspired by true events. Set in the 1980s, Bell Bottom was one of the earliest Bollywood films to go on floors after the Covid-induced lockdown. Leaked photos from the sets went viral on social media during its shoot in Glasgow, Scotland, in...
- 1/14/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Dec 9 (Ians) Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor is all praise for her Bell Bottom co-actor Akshay Kumar.
Vaani shared a sun-kissed selfie on her verified Instagram account on Wednesday, clicked with the Bollywood superstar. Both the actors smile at the camera.
In the photo, Vaani wears a pink shirt and a black jacket letting her hair loose, while Akshay Kumar's face is partially covered by his Blue-gray hoodie jacket.
"How wonderful are you Akshay sir, you've made this journey so much more special for me, will miss your fun self...until we meet again," Vaani captioned the photo.
"For me, Akshay sir is a superstar in every possible way. He is such an enthralling actor and I am only grateful to be sharing screen space with him. He is so fascinating as an actor. He can pull off action, comedy, romance, thriller, and be the best in everything. Akshay Kumar can ace any genre!
Vaani shared a sun-kissed selfie on her verified Instagram account on Wednesday, clicked with the Bollywood superstar. Both the actors smile at the camera.
In the photo, Vaani wears a pink shirt and a black jacket letting her hair loose, while Akshay Kumar's face is partially covered by his Blue-gray hoodie jacket.
"How wonderful are you Akshay sir, you've made this journey so much more special for me, will miss your fun self...until we meet again," Vaani captioned the photo.
"For me, Akshay sir is a superstar in every possible way. He is such an enthralling actor and I am only grateful to be sharing screen space with him. He is so fascinating as an actor. He can pull off action, comedy, romance, thriller, and be the best in everything. Akshay Kumar can ace any genre!
- 12/9/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Nov 23 (Ians) Director Abhishek Kapoor claims Vaani Kapoor is the only actress who has the courage and sensitivity to essay her role in his upcoming film, Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui.
Vaani stars as Maanvi opposite Ayushmann Khurrana, and the filmmaker shared a glimpse of her look in an Instagram post.
In his caption with the image of Vaani, he quoted American writer Lisa See.
" 'While she is lovely, we need to remember that her face is not what distinguishes her. Her beauty is a reflection of the virtue and talent she keeps inside', Lisa See," wrote Abhsihek.
"The #beautiful @vaanikapoor is the only one who has the courage, sensitivity and fragility to be my #maanvi," he added.
Vaani has three big films coming up. She has just wrapped up Bell Bottom co-starring Akshay Kumar, and will also be seen in "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor, besides Abhishek Kapoor's film.
Her last...
Vaani stars as Maanvi opposite Ayushmann Khurrana, and the filmmaker shared a glimpse of her look in an Instagram post.
In his caption with the image of Vaani, he quoted American writer Lisa See.
" 'While she is lovely, we need to remember that her face is not what distinguishes her. Her beauty is a reflection of the virtue and talent she keeps inside', Lisa See," wrote Abhsihek.
"The #beautiful @vaanikapoor is the only one who has the courage, sensitivity and fragility to be my #maanvi," he added.
Vaani has three big films coming up. She has just wrapped up Bell Bottom co-starring Akshay Kumar, and will also be seen in "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor, besides Abhishek Kapoor's film.
Her last...
- 11/23/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Nov 20 (Ians) Actress Vaani Kapoor, who will share screen space with Akshay Kumar in the upcoming film Bell Bottom, says Bollywood superstar Akshay can pull off any role in any genre with utmost ease.
"For me, Akshay sir is a superstar in every possible way. He is such an enthralling actor and I am only grateful to be sharing screen space with him. He is so fascinating as an actor. He can pull off action, comedy, romance, thriller, and be the best in everything," Vaani said.
She added: "Akshay Kumar can ace any genre! He is so talented and experienced and one can only observe and learn from him all the time."
On sharing screen space with Akshay, Vaani said: "The experience has been so lovely. He couldn't have been kinder and more wonderful than he was. He is somebody who is very friendly on set. I am someone...
"For me, Akshay sir is a superstar in every possible way. He is such an enthralling actor and I am only grateful to be sharing screen space with him. He is so fascinating as an actor. He can pull off action, comedy, romance, thriller, and be the best in everything," Vaani said.
She added: "Akshay Kumar can ace any genre! He is so talented and experienced and one can only observe and learn from him all the time."
On sharing screen space with Akshay, Vaani said: "The experience has been so lovely. He couldn't have been kinder and more wonderful than he was. He is somebody who is very friendly on set. I am someone...
- 11/20/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Nov 14 (Ians) Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar had a special Diwali gift for fans on Saturday. He announced his new project, titled Ram Setu.
The film will be directed by Abhishek Sharma, whose new comedy, Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari, becomes the first Bollywood release this weekend since the lockdown.
Akshay shared two posters of his just-announced project, one in Hindi and the other in English. The English poster is taglined, "Myth or Reality?" while the Hindi poster says: ""Sach ya kalpana?"
In the posters, the actor is seen wearing a long hairdo and a grey shirt, cargo pants with a saffron scarf around his neck. He has an intense look and carries a shoulder bag, as he walks down a narrow strip of land that divides what appears to be the ocean. In the background of the poster is an image of Lord Ram.
"This Deepawali, let us endeavor to...
The film will be directed by Abhishek Sharma, whose new comedy, Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari, becomes the first Bollywood release this weekend since the lockdown.
Akshay shared two posters of his just-announced project, one in Hindi and the other in English. The English poster is taglined, "Myth or Reality?" while the Hindi poster says: ""Sach ya kalpana?"
In the posters, the actor is seen wearing a long hairdo and a grey shirt, cargo pants with a saffron scarf around his neck. He has an intense look and carries a shoulder bag, as he walks down a narrow strip of land that divides what appears to be the ocean. In the background of the poster is an image of Lord Ram.
"This Deepawali, let us endeavor to...
- 11/14/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Akshay Kumar is one of Bollywood’s most bankable stars, having appeared in more than 140 films and amassing a staggering 47 million Instagram followers. He’s making the leap to his first streaming project with Amazon series “The End.”
Kumar’s deal with Amazon shows just how eager streaming players are for international A-listers as they keep expanding their slates to compete with traditional movie studios. The streaming giant in 2019 enrolled actor Manoj Bajpayee for “The Family Man,” while Abhishek Bachchan appeared in the series “Breathe: Into the Shadows,” but Kumar is by far Amazon’s greatest partnership out of India to date.
Kumar learned martial arts in Thailand and worked as a stuntman before getting his break as a leading man in “Saugandh” (1991). “The End,” an action thriller whose plot details are being kept tightly under wraps, is in pre-production, and filming is due to start in early 2021 with a...
Kumar’s deal with Amazon shows just how eager streaming players are for international A-listers as they keep expanding their slates to compete with traditional movie studios. The streaming giant in 2019 enrolled actor Manoj Bajpayee for “The Family Man,” while Abhishek Bachchan appeared in the series “Breathe: Into the Shadows,” but Kumar is by far Amazon’s greatest partnership out of India to date.
Kumar learned martial arts in Thailand and worked as a stuntman before getting his break as a leading man in “Saugandh” (1991). “The End,” an action thriller whose plot details are being kept tightly under wraps, is in pre-production, and filming is due to start in early 2021 with a...
- 11/12/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Mumbai, Nov 5 (Ians) Actress-dancer Nora Fatehi is not be a part of the Akshay Kumar-starrer, Bell Bottom. This was confirmed by her office on Thursday.
Earlier reports in sections of the media had stated that Nora would feature in an item number in the film, which would also feature Akshay.
"In the light of the recent reports about Nora Fatehi being roped in for a special song in 'Bell Bottom', as the spokesperson of Nora Fatehi, we would like to clarify that the actress is not a part of the film in any capacity. The stories of Nora Fatehi's association with 'Bell Bottom' are nothing but false and baseless," read a statement issued by Nora's spokesperson on the actress' behalf.
Directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, the film is a spy thriller co-starring Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta with Akshay, and is slated to...
Earlier reports in sections of the media had stated that Nora would feature in an item number in the film, which would also feature Akshay.
"In the light of the recent reports about Nora Fatehi being roped in for a special song in 'Bell Bottom', as the spokesperson of Nora Fatehi, we would like to clarify that the actress is not a part of the film in any capacity. The stories of Nora Fatehi's association with 'Bell Bottom' are nothing but false and baseless," read a statement issued by Nora's spokesperson on the actress' behalf.
Directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, the film is a spy thriller co-starring Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta with Akshay, and is slated to...
- 11/5/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
SandalwoodYogaraj Bhat, Km Chaitanya, Shashank, Jayatheertha and Pawan Kumar will collaborate not on an anthology but a complete feature film.Digital NativeDigital NativeFive top directors in the Kannada film industry – Yogaraj Bhat, Km Chaitanya, Shashank, Jayatheertha and Pawan Kumar – will work together for a new film. What makes this project even more interesting is that it is not an anthology but a complete commercial feature film. Reports say that the idea to collaborate was mooted during the lockdown and gradually took shape to bring the five directors together. The groundwork has begun already and reports suggest that the shooting will be completed by this year end. Details about the cast and crew will be revealed by the production house officially in a few days, we hear. Currently, Yogaraj Bhat has Gaalipata 2 in the making. Starring Ganesh in the lead, Ramesh Reddy is bankrolling this sequel to Gaalipata under his banner Suraj Production.
- 11/3/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Mumbai, Nov 3 (Ians) Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Kriti Sanon will start shooting for their upcoming film, Bachchan Pandey, in January next year.
Shooting for the Sajid Nadiadwala production will continue till March. The makers will also sign another actress.
"Akshay, along with actress Kriti, director Farhad Samji and the rest of the unit will fly to Jaisalmer on a charter (plane) for a marathon schedule of over two months, during which they will be shooting in real locations. Last month, the production team secured all the permissions and has taken care of all the government guidelines and locked the shooting locations," said a source close to the makers.
The entire team will be staying at Suryagarh Hotel together, and some indoor sequences will be shot at the luxurious hotel. There are some elaborate action scenes for which teams from across the country will join the crew.
The filmmaker has also formed a special team,...
Shooting for the Sajid Nadiadwala production will continue till March. The makers will also sign another actress.
"Akshay, along with actress Kriti, director Farhad Samji and the rest of the unit will fly to Jaisalmer on a charter (plane) for a marathon schedule of over two months, during which they will be shooting in real locations. Last month, the production team secured all the permissions and has taken care of all the government guidelines and locked the shooting locations," said a source close to the makers.
The entire team will be staying at Suryagarh Hotel together, and some indoor sequences will be shot at the luxurious hotel. There are some elaborate action scenes for which teams from across the country will join the crew.
The filmmaker has also formed a special team,...
- 11/3/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Sajid Nadiadwala’s action-comedy kicks off in January, another actress will be signed soon
Akshay Kumar has been a busy man. After wrapping up Bell Bottom, in Scotland in August, the actor has resumed work on a period drama, Prithviraj, at a city studio.
Before the year ends, he will wrap up Aanand L Rai’s love story Atrangi Re and kick off the new year with a fourth film in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Sajid Nadiadwala’s Bachchan Pandey will roll in January and continue till March. It marks the actor’s 10th collaboration with his producer-buddy.
“Akshay, along with actress Kriti Sanon, director Farhad Samji and the rest of the unit will fly to Jaisalmer in a charter for a marathon schedule of over 2 months during which they will be shooting in real locations.
Last month, the production team secured all the requisite permissions and taken...
Akshay Kumar has been a busy man. After wrapping up Bell Bottom, in Scotland in August, the actor has resumed work on a period drama, Prithviraj, at a city studio.
Before the year ends, he will wrap up Aanand L Rai’s love story Atrangi Re and kick off the new year with a fourth film in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Sajid Nadiadwala’s Bachchan Pandey will roll in January and continue till March. It marks the actor’s 10th collaboration with his producer-buddy.
“Akshay, along with actress Kriti Sanon, director Farhad Samji and the rest of the unit will fly to Jaisalmer in a charter for a marathon schedule of over 2 months during which they will be shooting in real locations.
Last month, the production team secured all the requisite permissions and taken...
- 11/3/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Nov 2 (Ians) Actor Aniruddh Dave, who wrapped up shooting for the film Bell Bottom with Akshay Kumar in England amidst the pandemic, says the superstar taught his colleagues to be careful on set.
Back in Mumbai, Aniruddh has started work for the TV show, "Lockdown Ki Love Story".
He said: "I am excited to be part of 'Lockdown Ki Love Story' and tensed too because we (he and his wife) are pregnant now. And working in the pandemic situation is not easy, I have to be extremely careful for me and Shubhi both."
"Akshay Kumar sir has already taught us to be careful on set and how we can work well in this pandemic situation. I did that first in June when unlock happened and then we went abroad to shoot 'Bell Bottom'. We all have to come out from our homes and start working,...
Back in Mumbai, Aniruddh has started work for the TV show, "Lockdown Ki Love Story".
He said: "I am excited to be part of 'Lockdown Ki Love Story' and tensed too because we (he and his wife) are pregnant now. And working in the pandemic situation is not easy, I have to be extremely careful for me and Shubhi both."
"Akshay Kumar sir has already taught us to be careful on set and how we can work well in this pandemic situation. I did that first in June when unlock happened and then we went abroad to shoot 'Bell Bottom'. We all have to come out from our homes and start working,...
- 11/2/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 27 (Ians) Actress Vaani Kapoor has three big films coming up and says she cannot deny that 2020 has been great for her, work-wise.
The success of "War" last year has clearly triggered a flow of big offers coming her way. She has "Bell Bottom" co-starring Akshay Kumar, "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor, the Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" coming up.
"I can't deny that this year has been great for me. Work-wise it has worked for me. I'm happy to be getting opportunities like these. I guess life and God work in mysterious ways and I have been the busiest that I have ever been now," Vaani said.
She says she is not thinking too much and not putting in too much thought into it.
"I'm just taking everything good in my stride. I'm just focussing on that and trying to give my best."
She claims even when she was doing less films,...
The success of "War" last year has clearly triggered a flow of big offers coming her way. She has "Bell Bottom" co-starring Akshay Kumar, "Shamshera" with Ranbir Kapoor, the Ayushmann Khurrana-starrer "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui" coming up.
"I can't deny that this year has been great for me. Work-wise it has worked for me. I'm happy to be getting opportunities like these. I guess life and God work in mysterious ways and I have been the busiest that I have ever been now," Vaani said.
She says she is not thinking too much and not putting in too much thought into it.
"I'm just taking everything good in my stride. I'm just focussing on that and trying to give my best."
She claims even when she was doing less films,...
- 10/27/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
John Abraham and Divya Khosla Kumar began shooting for Satyameva Jayate 2 on October 21st. The filming of this Milap Zaveri directed action packed sequel will take place in Lucknow until January 2021.
Talking about shooting in Lucknow, Milap shared, “On the first day, we will shoot only with the lead pair, but subsequently, other actors like Harsh Chhaya, Gautami Kapoor, Shaad Randhawa, Anup Soni, and Sahil Vaid will join in. We will be shooting across Lucknow, including at heritage structures like palaces and colleges.”
Milap went on to add that even action scenes will be shot on the streets of Lucknow. To prepare, he has taken John Abraham through all the locations virtually. He lauds John for agreeing to shoot in these tough times. He further adds, “Some of the live locations will be completely sealed off, so crowd gazers cannot sneak in. Only our cast and crew will be present on the spot.
Talking about shooting in Lucknow, Milap shared, “On the first day, we will shoot only with the lead pair, but subsequently, other actors like Harsh Chhaya, Gautami Kapoor, Shaad Randhawa, Anup Soni, and Sahil Vaid will join in. We will be shooting across Lucknow, including at heritage structures like palaces and colleges.”
Milap went on to add that even action scenes will be shot on the streets of Lucknow. To prepare, he has taken John Abraham through all the locations virtually. He lauds John for agreeing to shoot in these tough times. He further adds, “Some of the live locations will be completely sealed off, so crowd gazers cannot sneak in. Only our cast and crew will be present on the spot.
- 10/25/2020
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
The world is back in action but actor Karan Tacker is still sceptical about resuming work amid the Covid pandemic.
He would like to shoot on sets where he can isolate himself after pack-up, so that he doesn't have to return home.
"We are all quite sensitive and have an understanding of people who live with families. I've always lived with my family and that's the way it is. Producers are also understanding our concerns. I won't resume work until I don't figure out a way of where I can isolate myself so that I don't meet my family after my shoots. I should be able to live separately during the shoot of a project which may be for a few days, a few weeks or even months," Karan shared.
Karan Tacker added, "I'm going to say a no to proper studio shoots until we have a proper mandate that...
He would like to shoot on sets where he can isolate himself after pack-up, so that he doesn't have to return home.
"We are all quite sensitive and have an understanding of people who live with families. I've always lived with my family and that's the way it is. Producers are also understanding our concerns. I won't resume work until I don't figure out a way of where I can isolate myself so that I don't meet my family after my shoots. I should be able to live separately during the shoot of a project which may be for a few days, a few weeks or even months," Karan shared.
Karan Tacker added, "I'm going to say a no to proper studio shoots until we have a proper mandate that...
- 10/13/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The Akshay Kumar-starrer Bell Bottom completed shooting in the UK earlier this month, and the film unit is now headed back to India. The film co-stars Vaani Kapoor, Huma S. Qureshi and Lara Dutta Bhupathi, and a teaser was released recently.
The teaser is dominated by Akshay Kumar's swagger to the beats of a retro score. Released on October 5, the teaser had garnered over 25 million views on YouTube in less than 24 hours.
Recalling the arduous task of filming in a foreign locale amid the pandemic, producer Jackky Bhagnani said, "This week has been special for everyone. The response to the ‘Bell Bottom' teaser has truly been overwhelming. It was a difficult phase to shoot given the current scenario but it's heartwarming to see our hard work being appreciated."
The film is a spy thriller set in the eighties. Directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, the film is slated to release on April 2 next year.
The teaser is dominated by Akshay Kumar's swagger to the beats of a retro score. Released on October 5, the teaser had garnered over 25 million views on YouTube in less than 24 hours.
Recalling the arduous task of filming in a foreign locale amid the pandemic, producer Jackky Bhagnani said, "This week has been special for everyone. The response to the ‘Bell Bottom' teaser has truly been overwhelming. It was a difficult phase to shoot given the current scenario but it's heartwarming to see our hard work being appreciated."
The film is a spy thriller set in the eighties. Directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, the film is slated to release on April 2 next year.
- 10/10/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Superstar Akshay Kumar and his co-stars of Bell Bottom have completed the shoot of the film in the United Kingdom amid the pandemic.
On Thursday, Akshay expressed his happiness on completing the project and also unveiled a new poster of the film, which is directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, and co-stars Vaani Kapoor, Huma S. Qureshi and Lara Dutta Bhupathi.
In the new poster, Akshay looks dapper in a suit, with shades on his eyes and a bag in hand.
"It's teamwork and I am grateful to each and every member of the cast and crew from the spot dadas to the light dadas to the technicians to the make-up dadas to my lovely heroines Vaani, Lara, Huma, my director Ranjit and to Vashuji and the production team who believed in our audacious plan," Akshay said, about completing the overseas shoot at Glasgow, Scotland.
"The new normal has made us...
On Thursday, Akshay expressed his happiness on completing the project and also unveiled a new poster of the film, which is directed by Ranjit M. Tewari, and co-stars Vaani Kapoor, Huma S. Qureshi and Lara Dutta Bhupathi.
In the new poster, Akshay looks dapper in a suit, with shades on his eyes and a bag in hand.
"It's teamwork and I am grateful to each and every member of the cast and crew from the spot dadas to the light dadas to the technicians to the make-up dadas to my lovely heroines Vaani, Lara, Huma, my director Ranjit and to Vashuji and the production team who believed in our audacious plan," Akshay said, about completing the overseas shoot at Glasgow, Scotland.
"The new normal has made us...
- 10/1/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Even as the government on Wednesday evening announced its decision to open cinema theatres in a phased manner, several film units have already started shooting amid the new normal.
Among units that are filming overseas is the Akshay Kumar-starrer "Bell Bottom". The cast and crew have been shooting in Glasgow, Scotland. Actress Vaani Kapoor, who is paired opposite superstar Akshay in the film, says she is happy to see the industry bouncing back.
"Shooting for 'Bell Bottom' has been fun and a good experience. Despite the ongoing challenges amid the ongoing pandemic, the team managed to have a really smooth and safe shooting experience while filming with a large crew, for which they deserve all the credit," said Vaani.
"We were made to feel safe on the sets because of their commitment to safety and hygiene," she added.
Vaani is also gearing up to start shooting for...
Among units that are filming overseas is the Akshay Kumar-starrer "Bell Bottom". The cast and crew have been shooting in Glasgow, Scotland. Actress Vaani Kapoor, who is paired opposite superstar Akshay in the film, says she is happy to see the industry bouncing back.
"Shooting for 'Bell Bottom' has been fun and a good experience. Despite the ongoing challenges amid the ongoing pandemic, the team managed to have a really smooth and safe shooting experience while filming with a large crew, for which they deserve all the credit," said Vaani.
"We were made to feel safe on the sets because of their commitment to safety and hygiene," she added.
Vaani is also gearing up to start shooting for...
- 10/1/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mitron, starring Jackky Bhagnani in the lead role made its way into our heart, giving you a pep talk about love marriage versus arranged marriage and alot more. As the films marks its second anniversary, Jackky Bhagnani shared a clip from the dance rehersals from the popular song Kamariya.
Jackky penned a beautiful note on his social media saying, “2 years to #Mitron - revisiting the most amazing and fun memories. It will always be close to my heart. ❤️ Thank you soo muchh @nitinrkakkar sir for this, will always be grateful.
Kamariya #memories @kkamra @pratikgandhiofficial @_shivamparekh @beingmudassarkhan"
https://www.instagram.com/p/CFHZSsYFzVd/?igshid=jlr9tytwwo8s
The carousel of videos that Jackky shared shows the fun times from the practice sessions of one of the most widely loved songs - Kamariya and how it's become a cult song to be played every navratri.
The song has become a Garba Anthem and with Navratri approaching soon,...
Jackky penned a beautiful note on his social media saying, “2 years to #Mitron - revisiting the most amazing and fun memories. It will always be close to my heart. ❤️ Thank you soo muchh @nitinrkakkar sir for this, will always be grateful.
Kamariya #memories @kkamra @pratikgandhiofficial @_shivamparekh @beingmudassarkhan"
https://www.instagram.com/p/CFHZSsYFzVd/?igshid=jlr9tytwwo8s
The carousel of videos that Jackky shared shows the fun times from the practice sessions of one of the most widely loved songs - Kamariya and how it's become a cult song to be played every navratri.
The song has become a Garba Anthem and with Navratri approaching soon,...
- 9/15/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar celebrates his 53rd birthday on Wednesday, and wishes poured in from industry colleagues and friends all through the day.
Kareena Kapoor Khan walked down the memory lane and reminded Akshay that her sister Karisma was one of his earliest co-stars.
"This is how I know you... this is how I will always remember you... This is how I will keep reminding you that Lolo was your first co-star and you are my best co-star... you are and always will be nothing but the best. Happy birthday to the one and only Akshay Kumar," Kareena wrote on Instagram, along with a picture of Akshay and Karisma from the set of the 1992 film, "Deedar". The film was Akshay's fifth release.
Karisma posted the same photo on her Instagram page and wrote: "Deedar days! Such fun memories.. (I look so much like my mom here) #newcomers #memoriesforlife Happy birthday Ak,...
Kareena Kapoor Khan walked down the memory lane and reminded Akshay that her sister Karisma was one of his earliest co-stars.
"This is how I know you... this is how I will always remember you... This is how I will keep reminding you that Lolo was your first co-star and you are my best co-star... you are and always will be nothing but the best. Happy birthday to the one and only Akshay Kumar," Kareena wrote on Instagram, along with a picture of Akshay and Karisma from the set of the 1992 film, "Deedar". The film was Akshay's fifth release.
Karisma posted the same photo on her Instagram page and wrote: "Deedar days! Such fun memories.. (I look so much like my mom here) #newcomers #memoriesforlife Happy birthday Ak,...
- 9/9/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Author Twinkle Khanna, who is known for her wit and sarcasm, has once again floored the fans with those traits.
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How do you know if you are a bonafide star? When you become part of a famous meme. #LittleStarProtestsAgainstSizeDiscrimination
A post shared by Twinkle Khanna (@twinklerkhanna) on Sep 7, 2020 at 5:42am Pdt
On Instagram, Twinkle posted a meme that had gone viral, featuring her as point of the joke. In the meme, Chris Evans as Captain America is seen saying: "Why is Akshay Kumar's wife not a big star? Because twinkle twinkle little star."
Twinkle posted the meme with this caption: "How do you know if you are a bonafide star? When you become part of a famous meme."
The tagged her post with #LittleStarProtestsAgainstSizeDiscrimination.
Netizens are impressed with her sense of humour as always.
"Hahaha funniest thing," a user commented.
"Lol, mam you always make us laugh,...
View this post on Instagram
How do you know if you are a bonafide star? When you become part of a famous meme. #LittleStarProtestsAgainstSizeDiscrimination
A post shared by Twinkle Khanna (@twinklerkhanna) on Sep 7, 2020 at 5:42am Pdt
On Instagram, Twinkle posted a meme that had gone viral, featuring her as point of the joke. In the meme, Chris Evans as Captain America is seen saying: "Why is Akshay Kumar's wife not a big star? Because twinkle twinkle little star."
Twinkle posted the meme with this caption: "How do you know if you are a bonafide star? When you become part of a famous meme."
The tagged her post with #LittleStarProtestsAgainstSizeDiscrimination.
Netizens are impressed with her sense of humour as always.
"Hahaha funniest thing," a user commented.
"Lol, mam you always make us laugh,...
- 9/7/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
This year’s Zurich Film Festival will present French actress Juliette Binoche with its honorary Golden Icon Award. She will be attending the festival to present her latest movie, La Bonne Epouse, and will receive the prize at a ceremony on September 30. “In the year that France is our guest country, it’s a great pleasure to honor a true icon of French cinema,” said Zurich Artistic Director Christian Jungen, “Binoche is an extremely versatile actress who chooses her roles with great care and embodies her characters with such depth, both in dramas and comedies.” Binoche added, “I’m very touched to be honored with the Golden Icon Award, but above all it’s the films and the directors who made them that will be honored through me.”
Channel 4 has commissioned Screw, a six-part prison drama from Stv Studios from BAFTA-nominated writer Rob Williams. The...
Channel 4 has commissioned Screw, a six-part prison drama from Stv Studios from BAFTA-nominated writer Rob Williams. The...
- 8/27/2020
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
Laal Singh Chaddha, the Hindi-language Forrest Gump remake starring Indian megastar Aamir Khan, is moving production to Turkey after a delay due to the pandemic.
Ajit Andhare, COO at producer Viacom18 Studios, took to Twitter to confirm that the pic would still be releasing for Christmas… but 2021 rather than the originally planned 2020 date, which is no longer doable due to the coronavirus disruption.
We will still keep the Chirstmas date, not 2020, but in 2021. #LaalSinghChaddha. New Release Date. @aamir_khan @Viacom18Studios All focus on film completion for now!
— Ajit Andhare (@AndhareAjit) August 10, 2020
The project halted filming in India’s Punjab region back in March as the virus caused a wide shutdown of production. Now, it appears Turkey is going to be the location to stage the rest of the shoot, with local media reporting that Khan is in the country ahead of resuming. India is still grappling with widespread virus cases and an upward curve.
Ajit Andhare, COO at producer Viacom18 Studios, took to Twitter to confirm that the pic would still be releasing for Christmas… but 2021 rather than the originally planned 2020 date, which is no longer doable due to the coronavirus disruption.
We will still keep the Chirstmas date, not 2020, but in 2021. #LaalSinghChaddha. New Release Date. @aamir_khan @Viacom18Studios All focus on film completion for now!
— Ajit Andhare (@AndhareAjit) August 10, 2020
The project halted filming in India’s Punjab region back in March as the virus caused a wide shutdown of production. Now, it appears Turkey is going to be the location to stage the rest of the shoot, with local media reporting that Khan is in the country ahead of resuming. India is still grappling with widespread virus cases and an upward curve.
- 8/10/2020
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
In some big Bollywood news, we can reveal that Vaani Kapoor has been set as the female lead opposite Ayushmann Khurrana in the new film from director Abhishek Kapoor.
Plot details are being kept under wraps on the movie but Ayushmann is set to play an athlete and will undergo a significant “physical transformation” for the role. Currently untitled, the romance herald’s from Abhishek Kapoor’s Guy In The Sky Pictures and is due to shoot this October in India. A producer will be attached soon.
Vaani Kapoor said in a statement sent to us: “It’s a lovely, heartrending film. I have always wanted to work with Abhishek Kapoor, being so inspired by his films. This feels like an amazing opportunity to be part of his vision. Ayushmann is one of the most talented actors of our generation and I’m thrilled that our first film together is this beautiful love story.
Plot details are being kept under wraps on the movie but Ayushmann is set to play an athlete and will undergo a significant “physical transformation” for the role. Currently untitled, the romance herald’s from Abhishek Kapoor’s Guy In The Sky Pictures and is due to shoot this October in India. A producer will be attached soon.
Vaani Kapoor said in a statement sent to us: “It’s a lovely, heartrending film. I have always wanted to work with Abhishek Kapoor, being so inspired by his films. This feels like an amazing opportunity to be part of his vision. Ayushmann is one of the most talented actors of our generation and I’m thrilled that our first film together is this beautiful love story.
- 8/6/2020
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
KollywoodThe Kannada original, which was based on a short story penned by Dayanand Tk, was directed by Jayatheertha.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Kannada movie Bell Bottom, which hit the marquee in February last year, turned out to be a big hit. The film, based on a short story penned by Dayanand Tk, was directed by Jayatheertha. It starred Rishab Shetty and Hariprriya as the lead pair. Produced by Santhosh Kumar Kc under the Golden Horse Cinema banner, the supporting cast included Achyuth Kumar, Yogaraj Bhat and Pramod Shetty. The technical crew of Bell Bottom comprised B Ajaneesh Loknath as the music composer, Aravind Kashyap as the cinematographer, Km Prakash as the editor and Raghu Niduvalli as the dialogue writer. The movie became one of the highest grossers in the Kannada film industry last year. It completed 100 days in over 25 centres with houseful shows. Following the success of this detective thriller, it...
- 3/4/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
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