Thursday, September 30, 2021

Malang stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Anil Kapoor to headline Indian adaptation of The Night Manager for Disney+ Hotstar 

Last year in September, reports surfaced that Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan will be making his OTT debut with the Hindi adaptation of the British mini-series The Night Manager. The series was to be streamed on Disney+ Hotstar and the actor was reportedly being paid a huge sum around the vicinity of Rs. 75 crore for the same. However, back in February this year, it was reported that the actor backed out from the project. This was followed by Manoj Bajpayee's exit who couldn't be part of it due to the unavailability of the dates. So, the makers began to hunt two actors and now they've found their characters in Malang stars, Aditya Roy Kapur and Anil Kapoor.

Malang stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Anil Kapoor to headline Indian adaptation of The Night Manager for Disney+ Hotstar 

According to a report in a tabloid, Aditya and Anil have been locked in to headline in the Indian adaptation of The Night Manager. While Aditya plays the role of Indian version of the Jonathan Pine character, essayed by Tom Hiddleston in the original 2016 limited series based on the 1993 novel by John Le Carre, whereas Anil Kapoor will reprise Hugh Laurie's role of an arms dealer who disguises himself to be a business tycoon.

The makers are currently finalising the principal cast for the film. Sandeep Modi will direct the six-part spy series and it promises to be made on a big scale. It is being produced by Preity Zinta in association with Banijay Asia.

The Night Manager is a British television serial directed by Susanne Bier and starring Tom Hiddleston, Hugh Laurie, Olivia Colman, David Harewood, Tom Hollander, and Elizabeth Debicki in pivotal roles. The series originally premiered on BBC One on February 21, 2016.

ALSO READ: Anil Kapoor wins the IAA Brand Endorser of the Year Award



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BTS' Jin to croon OST for upcoming mystery Korean drama Jirisan starring Jun Ji Hyun and Joo Ji Hoon in lead roles

Following the releasing multiple chart-topping songs this year, BTS is not slowing down anytime soon. As the group is gearing up for their upcoming offline and online concerts, the group's eldest member and vocalist Jin is awaiting the release of his OST. He will croon the main theme track for the upcoming mystery Korean drama Jirisan starring Jun Ji Hyun and Joo Ji Hoon in lead roles.

BTS' Jin to croon OST for upcoming mystery Korean drama Jirisan starring Jun Ji Hyun and Joo Ji Hoon in lead roles

On October 1, the production company of the drama, AStory, made an official announcement about Jin's participation in the highly-anticipated drama. According to Korean tabloid Soompi, the statement read, “BTS’s Jin’s song for the Jirisan OST will be the main theme song for Jirisan, and you will be able to hear it starting from midway through the drama. We will announce the release date [for the song] at a separate time.”

Set against the backdrop of towering views of Mount Jiri, where rangers and other employees of the Jirisan National Park climb through the mysterious and unexplored regions of the mountain, trying to rescue the survivors and lost trekkers. Seo Yi Kang is the park's top ranger who has vast experience in navigation, making her knowledgeable when it comes to tracking down lost individuals. One day, she becomes the partner of Kang Hyun Jo, a rookie park ranger who is a military academy graduate and an ex-lieutenant who experienced a horrific incident on Mount Jiri which led him to become a ranger. The drama is centered around a mystery surrounding the mountain's many visitors; those who come to kill, and those who come to end their lives. The two rangers will investigate the truth behind the mysterious accident.

The drama is penned by Kingdom writer Kim Eun Hee and helmed by Goblin director Lee Eung Bok. Jirisan premieres on October 23 at 9 p.m. KST.

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Here's why Alia Bhatt and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi is releasing in January 2022

It’s going to be January 6, 2022, for one of the most eagerly awaited films Gangubai Kathiawadi. Unlike other filmmakers who are jumping into the release bandwagon, producer Jayantilal Gada and Sanjay Leela Bhansali were in no hurry to announce a release date for their ambitious project, Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Here's why Alia Bhatt and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi is releasing in January 2022

Jayantilal Gada approached Bhansali about a possible release date the minute the Maharashtra government announced the re-opening of movie theatres in the State. However, Bhansali asked Gada to wait for suitable date next year.

“Too many release dates were announced for this year within 24 hours of the announcement. Sanjay Bhansali feels it is premature to schedule Gangubai Kathiawadi in 2021. He wanted to push it for when until the pandemic situation is clearer. Also, Sanjay feels that until theatres are allowed to run to 100 percent capacity (contrary to the 50 percent occupancy allowed at the moment) audiences won’t feel confident enough to return to movie theatres. By January, theatres should be running to full capacity,” says a source close to Bhansali.

Presuming that the pandemic predicament will be progressively pulverized a decision was taken to release Gangubai Kathiawadi on January 6, 2022.

Also Read: Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi to release on January 6, 2022



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Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg to Share Super Bowl Halftime

The N.F.L. announced the three Southern California natives will share billing with Mary J. Blige and Eminem at Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles.

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The Environment Affects Baseball. These Players Want to Help.

Beach cleanups, plastic reduction, rethinking travel: A group of major leaguers is pushing back in a wasteful sport.

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The Environment Affects Baseball. These Players Want to Help.

Beach cleanups, plastic reduction, rethinking travel: A group of major leaguers is pushing back in a wasteful sport.

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FIFA Considers Moving Its Commercial Business to U.S.

Soccer’s global governing body is giving serious thought to relocating its multibillion-dollar commercial business to the United States.

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BREAKING: John Abraham-starrer Attack to release a week after Akshay Kumar-starrer Prithviraj, on January 27, 2022

Ever since the government of Maharashtra announced that it’ll reopen cinemas from October 22, there has been a renewed excitement in the industry and trade. The release dates of several films were announced immediately and in no time, the Bollywood calendar got almost packed till next year. However, there are still many films whose announcements are yet to happen.

BREAKING: John Abraham-starrer Attack to release a week after Akshay Kumar-starrer Prithviraj, on January 27, 2022

Bollywood Hungama has found out the release date of one such film – Attack. It’s an action thriller starring John Abraham, Rakul Preet Singh and Jacqueline Fernandez and as per a source, it will arrive in cinemas on January 27, 2022. A source said, “The makers came to the conclusion that this would be an ideal date. With Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha releasing on February 11, 2022, it’s unlikely that there’d be a major film release on February 4. Hence, Attack would enjoy a clean two-week window.” Interestingly, it’ll release a week after the grand period drama, Prithviraj, produced by Yash Raj Films and starring Akshay Kumar. It will be released on January 21, 2022.

A trade expert said, “John Abraham is a mass hero and Attack also seems to be a commercial entertainer. Hence, it has bright chances. John’s earlier release this year, Mumbai Saga, might not have worked, but his upcoming films seem promising. Satyameva Jayate 2 releases on November 26, 2021, and it has a lot of buzz. This would be followed by Attack, Ek Villain Returns and finally, the much awaited film, Pathan with Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone. He’s surely on a roll.”

Attack is directed by Lakshya Raj Anand and produced by John Abraham, Jayantilal Gada and Ajay Kapoor. Earlier in the day, the release date of Gangubai Kathiawadi, also co-produced by Jayantilal Gada, was announced. The Alia Bhatt starrer releases in cinemas on January 6, 2022. The source signed off by saying, “Attack’s release date announcement will happen soon. This would be followed by the announcement of the release date third film backed by Jayantilal Gada – RRR. It’s helmed by the Baahubali director S S Rajamouli and it won’t be wrong to say that the whole world is waiting to see it when it’ll released.”

Also Read: John Abraham and Divya Khosla Kumar starrer Satyameva Jayate 2 to release on November 26



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Bridgerton, Extraction, Bird Box, Money Heist amongst top 10 movies and series on Netflix

Netflix’s co-CEO and chief content officer, Ted Sarandos, in a recent conference revealed what he said was the “most comprehensive look so far” at Netflix’s top 10 TV shows and movies.

Sarandos made appearance at Vox Media’s Code Conference at the Beverly Hilton. He shared two slides releasing never seen before Netflix’s engagement data. One showed the most popular Netflix shows based on its proprietary metric of the number of accounts that selected a given title in the first 28 days of release (and streamed for at least 2 minutes). A second showed total time spent viewing by hours within the initial 28-day window.

According to Variety, Sarandos said “We’re trying to be more transparent with talent, with the market,” Netflix’s streaming data, he acknowledged, is “a big black box, mostly.

Shonda Rhimes’ Bridgerton season 1 scored as the No. 1 series based on both number of Netflix households and time spent viewing (in the initial four-week release), while Extraction was the most-viewed film in terms of households and Bird Box was the most-watched movie in terms of hours.

Sarandos also added that high-concept Korean survival drama Squid Game, which premiered September 17, has a very chance of becoming the biggest Netflix show ever, and currently ranks as the No. 1 show worldwide on the service. “We did not see that coming, in terms of its global popularity,” Sarandos said.

Top 10 series by total view hours in the first 28 days:
Bridgerton, season 1: 625 million hours
Money Heist, part 4: 619 million hours
Stranger Things 3: 582 million hours
The Witcher, season 1: 541 million hours
13 Reasons Why, season 2: 496 million hours
13 Reasons Why, season 1: 476 million hours
You, season 2: 457 million hours
Stranger Things 2: 427 million hours
Money Heist, part 3: 426 million hours
Ginny & Georgia, season 1: 381 million hours

Top 10 series by number of accounts that watched at least 2 minutes in its first 28 days of release:
Bridgerton, season 1: 82 million
Lupin, part 1: 76 million
The Witcher, season 1: 67 million
Sex/Life, season 1: 67 million
Stranger Things 3: 67 million (the only previously unreleased figure)
Money Heist, part 4: 65 million
Tiger King, season 1: 64 million
The Queen's Gambit: 62 million
Sweet Tooth, season 1: 60 million
Emily in Paris, season 1: 58 million

Top 10 movies by total view hours in the first 28 days:
Bird Box: 282 million hours
Extraction: 231 million hours
The Irishman: 215 million hours
The Kissing Booth 2: 209 million hours
6 Underground: 205 million hours
Spenser Confidential: 197 million hours
Enola Holmes: 190 million hours
Army of the Dead: 187 million hours
The Old Guard: 186 million hours
Murder Mystery: 170 million hours

Top 10 movies by number of accounts that watched at least 2 minutes in its first 28 days of release:
Extraction: 99 million
Bird Box: 89 million
Spenser Confidential: 85 million
6 Underground: 83 million
Murder Mystery: 83 million
The Old Guard: 78 million
Enola Holmes: 77 million
Project Power: 75 million
Army of the Dead: 75 million
Fatherhood: 74 million

Sarandos was interviewed on stage by Vox Media’s Kara Swisher. Besides the engagement data, Sarandos also shared his views on talent compensation and that if Netflix would by a theater chain or a digital music company like Spotify. As he’s said many times before, Sarandos said Netflix isn’t interested in pursuing live sports rights. Sarandos said Netflix is feeling “maybe more confident” in competing with the likes of Disney and WarnerMedia as they continue to ramp up their push into streaming (“our home field”). Netflix, which ended the second quarter with just over 209 million paid streaming subscribers worldwide, is really “competing with ourselves.”

Sarandos commented. “The thing I’m concerned with over the next decade is, can we continue to execute [at scale]… To me, that’s more troubling that any competition in the marketplace.”

Netflix’s day-and-date release strategy for movies “is not very exotic anymore,” Sarandos said (who added with a laugh, “Tiger King 2 is coming!”).

Sarandos was named co-CEO alongside Reed Hastings in July 2020. He oversees the company’s teams worldwide responsible for the acquisition and production of all Netflix content.

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Dharmendra, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol starrer Apne 2 to go on floors in March 2022

It was not long ago that producer Deepak Mukut of Soham Rockstar Entertainment and director Anil Sharma had announced the second installment of the family drama, Apne 2 starring none other than the fantastic trio, Dharmendra, Sunny Deol, and Bobby Deol.

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The Deepak Mukut produced and Anil Sharma directed film was all set to go on floors in the UK this month and commence shooting after having roped in Karan Deol, Sunny Deol's son. However, the makers of the movie have decided to push the commencement owing to multiple factors.

The dynamic producer Deepak Mukut says, "The film has to be shot across London. Since things have only now begun to open up the world over, director Anil Sharma and I thought it would be best to push the project by a few months, and shoot when the situation is more conducive. Another factor influencing this decision was Karan’s prep for the movie, he has to be trained in boxing. However, the US-based boxer, who was roped in for his training, has been unable to fly down to India."

Adding to this, Anil Sharma, the visionary has confirmed the news saying, "The film has now been pushed. We will start shooting by March 2022 and are truly excited for it."

Apne, which was released in 2007 had gone on to become a cult film and was a super hit at the box office, so a second installment of the film was only natural.

ALSO READ: Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol wish their mother Prakash Kaur with adorable birthday posts 



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Rhea Chakraborty was offered over Rs. 35 lakh a week to be a part of Bigg Boss 15

Bigg Boss is one of the most controversial and popular reality shows in the country. The makers try to get popular faces to be a part of the show. Rhea Chakraborty who was in the news through last year after the demise of actor Sushant Singh Rajput was also offered to participate in the show.

Rhea Chakraborty was offered over Rs. 35 lakh a week to be a part of Bigg Boss 15

Rhea was reportedly offered over Rs. 35 lakh a week to be on the show. However, reports state that the actress has politely declined the offer. Reportedly, Rhea has been meeting with producers both in Bollywood and the south film industry and will soon be starting to work in films.

Rhea has been keeping a low profile ever since she was let go on bail last year after being in judicial custody for a month. She was taken into custody after the Narcotics Control Bureau pressed charges against her in a drug case related to the demise of Rajput. As per reports, she has been getting offers for films and web series but is yet to sign anything.

Rhea Chakraborty was last seen in the film Chehre directed by Rumy Jafry. The film also starred Amitabh Bachchan, Emraan Hashmi, Annu Kapoor, and Krystle D'Souza among others. The movie was released last month and received mixed reviews from audiences and critics.

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George Clooney and Brad Pitt to reunite in Jon Watts' next for Apple Studios

Apple Studios has landed George Clooney and Brad Pitt starrer hot movie package that’s been the subject of a feverish bidding war. The project will be directed by Jon Watts.

George Clooney and Brad Pitt to reunite in Jon Watts' next for Apple Studios

Spider-Man: Homecoming director Jon Watts will be writing, directing and producing with Clooney’s Smokehouse Pictures and Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment producing. Lionsgate, Sony, Netflix, Universal, Amazon, Annapurna Pictures and Warner Bros. are also said to have circled the project that would see a reunion of the “Ocean’s Eleven” stars.

Deadline broke the news of the acquisition adding a theatrical release is also part of the agreement. Although most plot details are currently under wraps. The film is said to focus on two fixers who get the same job.

The Pitt-Clooney project can be considered as the latest addition to a growing line-up of films from Apple Studios. The Antoine Fuqua-directed Emancipation, starring and produced by Will Smith, and Martin Scorsese’s western “Killers of the Flower Moon” starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro are also on one of the most recent projects that Apple Studios have added to their bag.

Apart from Ocean’s Eleven, Pitt and Clooney have also appeared together for the Coen brothers’ 2008 comedy Burn After Reading.

On the work front, Clooney is currently directing Ben Affleck and Tye Sheridan in The Tender Bar for Amazon. The film is set to open on December 17. However, Watts has directed all three of the most recent Spider-Man films. His latest entry, Spider-Man: No Way Home, debuts this winter.

Also Read: George Clooney and Julia Roberts’ romantic comedy Ticket To Paradise set for September 30, 2022 release in theatres 



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Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer and Ben Affleck starrer The Last Duel to release in theatres on October 22

From 20th Century Studios and visionary filmmaker, Ridley Scott comes The Last Duel a gripping tale of betrayal and vengeance set against the brutality of 14th century France. Based on actual events, the historical epic unravels long-held assumptions about France’s last sanctioned duel between Jean de Carrouges and Jacques Le Gris, two friends turned bitter rivals.

Matt Damon, Adam Driver, Jodie Comer and Ben Affleck starrer The Last Duel to release in theatres on October 22

The Last Duel stars Oscar winner Matt Damon, two-time Academy Award nominee Adam Driver, Emmy winner Jodie Comer and two-time Oscar winner Ben Affleck. The film is directed by four-time Academy Award nominee Ridley Scott.

The Last Duel releases on 22nd October in theatres across India.



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Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi to release on January 6, 2022

Ever since the Maharashtra government announced that theatres in the state will be re-opening on October 22, it has been announcement galore in Bollywood. Since Sunday, filmmakers have been blocking dates for their film releases. Today, the makers of the much anticipated Gangubai Kathiawadi have announced that it will be the first film to release in theatres next year.

Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi to release on January 6, 2022

Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi will be released on January 6, 2022. The trailer of the film was released earlier this year with the expectation of releasing it in theatres on July 30. However, the second wave of the pandemic caused the theatres in the country to shut down once again. The trailer featuring Alia in a never-before-seen role managed to attract the attention of the audience. This is the first time that director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Alia Bhatt have collaborated.


Alia Bhatt had wrapped the shoot of the film in June this year. The film also stars dancer-turned-actor Shantanu Maheshwari, who will be seen playing Alia's love interest. The film is partially based on the book ‘Mafia Queens of Mumbai’ by S Hussain Zaidi.

ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt pens a line for Sanjay Leela Bhansali; calls him a “Magician”



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Archana Puran Singh reacts to Navjot Singh Sidhu replacing her in 'The Kapil Sharma Show'

Veteran actress Archana Puran Singh has been appearing as the permanent guest in The Kapil Sharma Show since 2017. Before that, former Indian cricketer and politician Navjot Singh Sidhu took the chair however quit the show to concentrate on his political career.

Recently the Congress Chief Navjot has resigned from his position and the internet is getting flooded with memes about his return to the comedy show.  Well, even in the show Kapil and the other cast have joked about Archana for hogging Navjot Singh Sidhu’s laughter seat.

Reacting to her replacement rumours, Archana Puran Singh spoke to a tabloid and said if some replacement would take place she'd explore the opportunities that came her way previously. The actress confessed that she had neglected all those opportunities as she had to be stationed in Mumbai due to her commitment to the show.

Archana stated that she got an opportunity to shoot in London and various other foreign locations but she couldn’t grab any due to the show. She also added and said that the jokes and memes made upon her don't really affect her anymore as she has been used to it now. She feels that all those are jokes and not to be taken seriously

ALSO READ:The Kapil Sharma Show: Archana Purana Singh walks in grace around the sets in an olive green dress 



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Britney Spears' father Jamie Spears finally removed from her conservatorship

Britney Spears’ father, Jamie Spears, has finally been removed from her conservatorship. After a drawn-out legal battle of quite a long time, the popstar is finally getting freedom from her ‘abusive’ and ‘greedy’ conservator.

Britney Spears' father Jamie Spears finally removed from her conservatorship

Judge Brenda Penny ruled that Spears’ father will no longer serve as the conservator of his daughter’s estate, immediately removing him from control of her finances. Penny said, “I believe that the suspension is in the best interests of the conservatee. The current situation is untenable.”

According to Variety, Britney Spears’ attorney, Mathew Rosengart, argued in court that her father is “a cruel, toxic, abusive man,” and said that it was long past time to remove him. He said, “Britney Spears deserves to wake up tomorrow without her father as her conservator.”

Vivian Thoreen, the attorney for Spears’ father, opposed the suspension, saying it would be better to simply terminate the conservatorship. Rosengart brought up allegations that surfaced in the latest New York Times documentary, “Controlling Britney Spears,” which reported that Spears had been subjected to electronic surveillance. Rosengart also noted that Spears’ father has filed for bankruptcy and the singer has accused him of being an alcoholic.

As the case began to play out in the public eye over the past few months, interest skyrocketed to an all-time high, dominating headlines around the world with a rallying cry to #FreeBritney.

Spears’ father had been her co-conservator since 2008, when the singer suffered a very public breakdown. Spears had been publicly battling her father, urging the judge to remove her him from the conservatorship, stating that she believes he should be in jail. After more than a decade of maintaining that she needs to be held under a conservatorship, Spears’ father changed his tune in August, abruptly agreeing to step down from the conservatorship that he had overseen since it was approved by the court in 2008. Shortly after, in early September, he then suddenly asked the court to terminate the conservatorship altogether.

Rosengart and Thoreen argued back-and-forth for roughly an hour-and-a-half, before Judge Penny made her ruling. Penny appointed John Zabel, an accountant, to assume temporarily control the estate until next steps are determined. A hearing was set for Nov. 12 to determine whether the conservatorship will be ended entirely.

Rosengart is expected to return to court on Nov. 12 with a plan to wind down the arrangement, and allow Spears to reclaim unfettered control of her life.

Also Read: Britney Spears’ attorney files motion for immediate suspension and removal of Jamie Spears from the role of her conservator



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Luxury car seized from a fake antique dealer in Kerala registered under Kareena Kapoor Khan’s name

Monson Mavunkal, a fake antique dealer is currently making headlines in Kerala. Now, police have found a car in his possession that is registered under Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan's name. A 2007 model Porsche Boxter was seized by the police a year ago and is now kept at the police station premises at Cherthala in Alappuzha district. The police have seized a total of 20 luxury cars from Monson.

Luxury car seized from a fake antique dealer in Kerala registered under Kareena Kapoor Khan’s name

As per reports, the car's registration documents have Randhir Kapoor's name in the father's name column and also have Kareena's Mumbai address among other details. However, it is not known how Monson was able to gain custody of the car without transfer of ownership.

Monson Mavunkal has been in the news for swindling several people including celebrities, politicians, and top cops by presenting locally made materials as antiques. He claimed to have owned the silver of Judas and the royal throne of Tipu Sultan among other iconic antique pieces. The 52-year-old was arrested after a joint complaint was filed by Yakoob Purayil, Anoop V. Ahmed, Salim Edathil, M.T. Shameer, Siddique Purayil, and Shanimon after he cheated them of Rs. 10 crores since 2017.

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Ranveer Singh roped in as the NBA Brand Ambassador for India

Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh has been named the NBA Brand Ambassador for India. He will engage with NBA Fans in India throughout the League’s 75th Anniversary Season in 2021-22. Interestingly, while Ranveer is associated with promoting basketball in India, it is being reported that Barack Obama is backing NBA Africa! Looks like the league is pulling in global heavyweights for their campaigns!

Ranveer Singh roped in as the NBA Brand Ambassador for India

Over the course of the season, Ranveer will participate in a number of league initiatives that will be featured on the NBA’s and his personal social media accounts. Ranveer will attend NBA All-Star 2022 in Cleveland, where he will post behind-the-scenes social media content and meet NBA players and legends. Ranveer previously attended NBA All-Star 2016 in Toronto, where he sat courtside at the NBA All-Star Game.

Ranveer will also be featured on “NBA Style” (@nbastyle_in), a new lifestyle-focused Instagram account for fans in India that showcases the convergence of the NBA and popular culture. ‘NBA Style’ serves as a destination for fans in India to immerse themselves in the many ways that the league and its players' influence and are influenced by music, style, art, and entertainment. The new account also spotlights a wide range of local personalities and their contributions to both NBA and popular culture.

“I have loved basketball and the NBA since my childhood and have always been fascinated with its influence on popular culture including music, fashion, and entertainment,” said Ranveer. “With the NBA tipping off its 75th season celebrations, there couldn’t have been a better time to join forces with the league and support their efforts to grow basketball in the country.”

“We are thrilled to welcome Ranveer Singh as NBA brand ambassador for India ahead of what promises to be a memorable 75th Anniversary Season,” said NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum. “A Bollywood icon and one of the most celebrated actors of his generation, Ranveer is also a dedicated NBA fan who is passionate about the league and its players. We’re excited to work with Ranveer to engage with fans in India and around the world on a variety of platforms.”

“Ranveer is an ideal ambassador to headline the launch of NBA Style, our new Instagram handle that explores the intersection of basketball and culture,” said NBA Asia Executive Vice President and Managing Director Scott Levy. “Art, fashion and entertainment are part of the fabric of India, and with Ranveer’s help, NBA Style will contribute to the cultural landscape and showcase how the league and its players have been shaped by and influence culture.”

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Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan to release on June 3, 2022

Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan inspired by an incredible story of one of India's finest coaches is all set to hit the silver screen on 3rd June 2022. Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film also features Priyamani, Gajraj Rao and Rudranil Ghosh.

Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan to release on June 3, 2022

On September 30, Ajay Devgn tweeted, "Maidaan, A story that will resonate with every Indian, a film that I feel very strongly about. Mark the date on your calendar. Releasing worldwide on 3rd June, 2022."

Inspired from an incredible true story, it will showcase the journey of one of the finest coaches that emerged from India, the one who put India on the global map. Maidaan is based on real events between 1952 and 1962, also known as the “golden era of Indian football”.

Produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor, Akash Chawla, and Arunava Joy Sengupta, screenplay and dialogues are written by Saiwyn Quadras and Ritesh Shah respectively.

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FILA ropes in Diljit Dosanjh as the new face of uber-cool motorsport collection

Diljit Dosanjh, the youth sensation who is known for his authentic tone of voice and his edgy style is the new face of FILA in India. There is a true vibe in this association, as both Diljit and FILA embody youthful energy, playfulness, and a distinct style quotient. Apart from being a brilliant musician and an acclaimed actor, Diljit Dosanjh is a real style icon. His bold fashion statements are not only inspiring a whole new generation but his true love towards streetwear culture is also defining trends.

FILA ropes in Diljit Dosanjh as the new face of uber-cool motorsport collection

In this campaign, Diljit will be seen sporting FILA’s uber-cool Motorsport collection. Motorsport has always been a part of FILA’s DNA and an essential category for the brand. This year the collection debuts a line of apparel and footwear infused with style and performance with a Motorsport edge. Diljit in his own style announced to the world “Hum Fila wale ban gaye” (I have now become part of the FILA family), through his Instagram stories is extremely excited on this association.

Mr. Rohan Batra - Managing Director – Cravatex Brands Limited, which has an exclusive license for the Brand FILA in India, commenting on this association said, “We are extremely delighted to have Diljit Dosanjh as the face of the brand in India. Diljit has effortlessly blended streetwear and culture and continues to be a massive influence on the youth of India. His approach matches the philosophy of FILA, which caters to the everyday lifestyle of young consumers, who are ambitious while being effortlessly fashionable. We could not have asked for a better association than Diljit, whose style statement is authentic and true.”

The newly launched Motorsport collection is available at FILA exclusive stores, leading large format stores, and e-com partners. The range starts at INR 3000 and is designed for consumers who look at motorsport as a fashion and lifestyle choice and not just a sport.

ALSO READ: Shehnaaz Gill’s film Honsla Rakh co-starring Diljit Dosanjh to release on Dussehra; trailer out on Monday



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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Jackie Shroff roped in as goodwill ambassador for The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival

Set to take place between October 9th and 17th, ALT EFF is back in 2021 with a compelling and entertaining line up of environmental films overseen by a distinguished jury and advisory team of the festival. The program holds 44 films, carefully divided into ten film bundles: Drive-Thru Shorts, Activision, Midnight Tails, What’s On Your Plate?, Sapling Stories (Kids Friendly), Flux & Form, A Chasm of Hope, New Voices, Deep Dive Features and Programmer’s Choice, representing a total of 31 countries and showcasing 33 India premieres. This year’s edition has a new film submission category, a 'Youth Category’, along with International Feature Films, International Short Films, Indian Feature Films, and Indian Short Films. Originally, ALT EFF was conceived as a physical festival, but this year, in order to ensure safety for all festival-goers, ALT EFF remains virtual.

Jackie Shroff roped in as goodwill ambassador for The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival

Sophy Vsivaraman joins the advisory team of the festival alongside the legendary Mike Pandey, who has spent over 35 years in the environmental and filmmaking space, and Pooja Jauhari, the CEO of Glitch. The jury includes Michael Snyder, a heavily awarded photojournalist and filmmaker together with Amin Hajee, Anand Patwardhan, and Sourav Sarangi. The ambassadors representing the festival include Jackie Shroff and Mrunmayee Deshpande amongst other leading figures in the industry. The founding team comprises Kunal Khanna, Neha Shreshta, and Rudransh Mathur.

Founding member and the festival director, Kunal Khanna says, "Humans are in an existential crisis and it is as a result of how we are treating all other species and ecosystems apart from ourselves, we need a fundamental and systemic shift in the way we operate. Using film as its core medium, ALT EFF is a platform and a confluence that will nurture and inspire critical thinking to address the climate emergency we are in."

Actor Jackie Shroff added, "Let there be more such films from the whole globe, everyone is concerned about the environment, let us educate through films. And hence it’s important to wish luck and congratulate the team of ALT EFF for such a great initiative. It's a great medium of education for survival and sustainability. Let's educate ourselves and our kids through such fine films at such a festival that talks about the basics of the forest, the water, the air, the food and the soil”.

The wildlife filmmaker, Mike Pandey says, “Environmental festivals like ALT EFF, bring environmental issues to the forefront and offer viable solutions. They motivate and empower us to take the right step and attempt to make a difference to restore the beauty and sustainability of our only home, this planet we call Earth.”

He adds “Festivals like ALT EFF, play a crucial role in communicating and sensitizing people, helping them develop a sense of respect for the environment through films. It is what you respect, that you love and protect.”

The co-founder Neha Shreshta says, "Humans who are just one of all the living things on this planet actually control the fate of every living thing and the planet itself - what we do with this power, can make or break our collective future. ALT EFF is our way of bringing awareness via the powerful medium of film- no matter how much information or research there is in the world, it has no meaning unless it is presented such that people can understand it. Film does that."

Marie Luise Schega, another co-founder says, “ALT EFF is as much a call to action as it is a celebration. We are motivated by a grand vision - to co-create a sustainable future - and this desire for collaboration, for diversity, for having the courage to dream big has shaped our festival program. Many of the stories told in the films we chose seem complex, some polarising, which is reflective of the environmental crises at large. Yet, as the credits roll and the screen turns black, we wish for viewers to simply look up, explore their own environments, and ask themselves: Where can I make a difference in my community?”

Rudransh Mathur says, "Through ALT EFF, we hope to make Panchgani a hub for eco-awareness and move the town in the direction of sustainable tourism while retaining and promoting its natural beauty and unique geography."

ALT EFF is dedicated to supporting filmmakers, creators, and artists who are eager to connect audiences with environmental themes through impactful storytelling. It was established based on a need to bring people together through the arts and to raise awareness about issues that surround the climate justice movement.

ALSO READ: KBC 13: Jackie Shroff takes Amitabh Bachchan by surprise when he reveals that he is the inspiration behind his ‘bhidu bhasha’



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N.F.L. Week 4 Predictions: Our Picks Against the Spread

Tom Brady faces Bill Belichick, the Rams and the Cardinals fight to stay undefeated, and the Browns’ pass rush travels to Minnesota to try to end Kirk Cousins’ interception-less streak.

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Klete Keller, a 3-Time Olympian, Pleads Guilty in Capitol Riot Case

Keller, 39, faces a prison sentence of up to 20 years, but the first Capitol rioter to plead guilty to the same charge was sentenced to eight months.

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Labor Memo Amounts to New Stance From Feds Against the N.C.A.A.

The top lawyer at the National Labor Relations Board signaled that private universities should not treat those who compete in college sports as “mere ‘student-athletes.’”

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William Person, a Bobsledder, Sues U.S.A. Skelton Over Brain Injuries

William Person, who competed from 1999 to 2007, wants to lead a class of plaintiffs seeking compensation for health problems he says were caused by years of sledding.

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After Injuries and a Call From Tom Brady, Richard Sherman Joins the Buccaneers

Sherman is facing criminal charges for five misdemeanors, including two for domestic violence, from an arrest this summer. The free agent cornerback was recruited to Tampa Bay by his former rival.

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China Will Create ‘Closed-Loop’ Bubble for Winter Olympics

Athletes and visitors will face severe restrictions on their movement, Beijing 2022 organizers said, and a level of control never before seen at the Games.

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N.C.A.A. to Use ‘March Madness’ Slogan for Women’s Basketball, Too

The slogan has long applied only to the men’s college basketball tournament, drawing criticism that the women’s game has been left behind.

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England’s Premier League offers to ‘reward’ soccer teams that increase vaccine compliance.

The league said it was concerned about the large number of unvaccinated players on its teams’ rosters.

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Lamar Jackson’s Bold Play: A Contract Without an Agent

Jackson is leading his own negotiation for a contract extension with the Ravens, challenging the norms of executives’ relationships to N.F.L. players and raising questions about the efficacy of agents.

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Adhyayan Suman starrer Bekhudi to release in theatres on October 29

There’s nothing more fascinating than a delicious thriller with a love story thrown in the middle and Adhyayan Suman’s upcoming film Bekhudi promises to be just that. The movie that stars Angel and Yuri Suri amongst others traces the story of an affluent man who falls in love with a woman who has a dark past. Brimming with passion and thrill, the film is a love story that captures in its folds relatable love angles which connect with today's youth. Designed as a multilayered narration a la Rashomon style, the film’s USP is its melodious music.

Adhyayan Suman starrer Bekhudi to release in theatres on October 29

In a chat, Suman says, "One of the reasons why I did the film was because I had liked the script back then. I had also liked how clear Amit was in his vision and how accommodating he was for an actor like me who had his sense of opinion. I'm very grateful that Amit gave me an opportunity back then. Abhishek, my producer, is a young guy who decided to make this film. It takes a lot for a producer to arrange funds and make a film. He never interfered during the process of making this film."

The film was shot before the pandemic, adds Suman. "Unfortunately for whatever circumstances, the film didn't release. For the last couple of years, it didn't see the light of day. Finally, the film will be coming out now. Back then I was looking for a love story and this was something that really intrigued me. It's not a flat love story, which is what I liked. I'm excited and I hope that people like it. It's going to have a theatrical release and hopefully make it to the OTT platform. OTT is booming in such a big way that we are hoping to catch some eyeballs when the film comes out on the OTT space," he said.

 

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Director Amit Kasaria, for whom Bekhudi is only a second film, says, "When you write a film, it becomes your baby and it’s always close to your heart. For me, writing a movie like Bekhudi was technically challenging because I had to write something in the thriller/love-story genre. The story is written from multiple perspectives. Normally in a love story - a boy meets a girl and they fall in love. In stories, we usually glorify the hero. But, when it comes to women, we show them like good girls. We never try to show the real side of the female psyche and I think that while making this film, I have never followed a certain kind of a frame."

He credits Suman for making his job easy. "Adhyayan, in particular, has done a fantastic job. I think this is Adhyayan’s best performance ever. He was actually living the character. He knew exactly what I was looking for."

Kasaria doubles up as one of the music directors for the film. "As I am the music director of two songs in the film, I have also written lyrics and also composed music. Music is a strong point here. Daler Mehndi, Jubin Nautiyal. Sonu Nigam have sung our songs. The first requirement to any love story is soulful music and we have that spot on."

Abhishek Tyagi stated, "I am very passionate about filmmaking. This is something very close to my heart, Initially when I read the story is really liked it and thought of making a feature film, and now we are really excited to showcase our baby to the audience. The film is set to release in theatres and we are hoping to come on Ott as well. The film has some beautiful songs and we are hoping that the audience will love it."

The film is produced by Dreamspark Movies' Abhishek Tyagi and Vijay Arts' Vijay Bansal.

ALSO READ: Adhyayan Suman and Sheetal Kale to star in a never-seen-before thriller Entrapped



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SHINee’s Minho and Chae Soo Bin to star in Netflix romance drama Fabulous

SHINee’s Minho and Chae Soo Bin will reportedly star in the upcoming Netflix drama Fabulous. Since his discharge from military, Minho has been making special appearances in dramas, but this will be his first lead role since his return to music and drama world.

Korean news agency JTBC News, on September 28, reported that Chae Soo Bin and Minho were cast as the leads of the drama and the filming is expected to begin soon. As reported by Soompi, a source from Chae Soo Bin’s agency King Kong by Starship stated to Newsen, “She has received a casting offer and is in talks.”

A source from SM Entertainment similarly stated, “Choi Minho has been offered the role of the main character Ji Woo Min and is positively reviewing it.”

The story offour young men and women who have thrown themselves into the fashion industry, Fabulous will portray their work, passion, romance, and friendships, said to be a realistic romance drama about the daily lives of modern men and women who live in the city and follow a single life.

Chae Soo Bin has been reportedly offered the role of Pyo Ji Eun, an optimistic and positive woman who has worked at a high-end fashion agency for five years. She never backs down from a challenge and actively takes charge of her own life whereas Minho can be seen playing the freelance photo retoucher Ji Woo Min who is often called a playboy. He’s handsome, tall, and long-legged like a movie star, but he’s unaccustomed to expressing his emotions properly. He never puts his best effort into anything he does, but he has never failed at anything his whole life.

Fabulous will give a glimpse into the lives of those in the fashion industry who set the latest trends, while at the same time showing their hidden sides behind all the glamor. The relatable reality and romance depicted in the drama will remind viewers of their own lives on social media.

On the work front, Minho is currently starring in drama Yumi’s Cells whereas Chae Soo Bin was last featured in 2020 drama A Piece Of Your Mind.

Penned by Kim Hee and produced by Gil Pictures of “Stove League” and “One the Woman,” the series“Fabulous” will be released on Netflix in 2022.

Also Read: Kajal Aggarwal looks radiant dark strapless blue gown with thigh-high slit



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Noah Syndergaard Returns for Mets but Jacob deGrom Is Shut Down

Noah Syndergaard pitched a scoreless inning in his first start after two years away, but Jacob deGrom was ruled out for the season.

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Nushrratt Bharuccha becomes the only Indian female actor to earn a nomination for Best Actress at the Asian Contents Awards by Busan Film Festival

Nushrratt, who starred in the short film titled Khilauna directed by Raj Mehta, as part of the anthology Ajeeb Daastaans produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, garnered much praise for performance when the film was released on Netflix worldwide earlier this year. Continuing the same graph, being recognized by the Asian Contents Awards 2021 adds another feather to the cap.

Nushrratt Bharuccha becomes the only Indian female actor to earn a nomination for Best Actress at the Asian Contents Awards by Busan Film Festival

Expressing her excitement on being nominated, Nushrratt tweeted, "Ecstatic to be nominated by @busanfilmfest 2021 for its 3rd Asia Contents Awards. Feel honored to see my name alongside other talented actors from different countries. Ajeeb Daastaans journey is still getting sweeter by the day."


ACA is the commitment of Busan Int'l Film Festival (BIFF) to encourage more original productions and better creatives by recognizing outstanding content and talented professionals in the Asian region. The winners for this year will be announced soon.

ALSO READ: Akshay Kumar’s Ram Setu co-starring Jacqueline Fernandez and Nushrratt Bharuccha to release on Diwali 2022



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MAMAMOO' Hwasa to reportedly make her solo comeback in 2021

South-Korean female group MAMAMOO member Hwasa reportedly to make her solo comeback soon.

MAMAMOO' Hwasa to reportedly make her solo comeback in 2021

As reported by Korean news agency Sports Chosun on September 29, "Hwasa is preparing for a solo comeback and aiming to release her new album within the year."

Following the report, YTN Star reported that source from RBW agency said that Hwasa is steadily working on her solo album. But the exact timing of the release has not been decided. The artist and the agency will make official announcement in the future once the schedule and release date is finalized.

In February 2019, Hwasa released her solo debut single “Twit” and had her last solo comeback with “Maria” in June 2020 which proved to be a big hit.

On July 23, 2021, Hwasa launched her YouTube channel, "Hwasa Official" and posted her first video.

The full-group comeback of MAMAMOO happened in June 2021 with the release of their eleventh EP, WAW along with the lead single "Where Are We Now." WAW topped iTunes albums charts in 21 countries worldwide, and it sold over 40,000 domestic copies in its first day of release, according to the Hanteo chart.

In August 2021, Mamamoo announced that they would be releasing a compilation album featuring new versions of some of their best tracks. Their album, titled I Say Mamamoo: The Best, was released alongside the lead single "Mumumumuch" on September 15.

Also Read: MAMAMOO’s Hwasa proves neutrals are taking over this Spring; singer carries a Versace handbag worth Rs. 2.7 lakhs



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Thane court issues notice to Javed Akhtar on Rs 1 defamation suit for remark comparing RSS to the Taliban

On Monday, a Thane court issued a show-cause notice to Bollywood lyricist Javed Akhtar on a defamation suit filed against him over his alleged remarks seeking to compare the RSS with the Taliban.

Thane court issues notice to Javed Akhtar on Rs 1 defamation suit for remark comparing RSS to the Taliban

The suit which is filed by RSS activist Vivek Champanerkar in the court of the additional chief judicial magistrate and joint civil judge (senior division), seeks Re 1 as a compensation from Javed. The court ordered the issuance of the notice returnable on November 12.

Earlier this month, the 76-year-old poet, lyricist and screenwriter triggered a controversy when he told a news channel that there is a similarity among right wing all over the country. Although he didn’t name the Nagpur-headquartered Hindutva organisation, the former member of Parliament was quoted saying, "The Taliban want an Islamic country. These people want to make a Hindu Rashtra.”

Advocate Aditya Mishra, who appeared for the complainant, argued in the court and claimed the defendant (Javed) had made "derogatory" remarks against the RSS while appearing in a show of a private news channel. In the petition, Vivek said that the statements made by Javed were aimed at destroying the RSS’s image in front of the general public.

Also Read: ‘Have lost faith in this Court’: Kangana Ranaut files a counter defamation case against Javed Akhtar after appearing in Court



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John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani, Tara Sutaria starrer Ek Villain Returns to release on July 8, 2022

Ever since the Maharashtra government announced that theatres in the state will be re-opening on October 22, it has been announcement galore in Bollywood. Since Sunday, filmmakers have been blocking dates for their film releases. On Tuesday, the makers of Ek Villain Returns announced that their film will be released in theatres on July 8, 2022.

John Abraham, Arjun Kapoor, Disha Patani, Tara Sutaria starrer Ek Villain Returns to release on July 8, 2022

John Abraham, one of the lead actors of the film took to his social media handle to make the announcement. "Iss baar eidi villain dega! Tareek aap yaad rakhna - 8th July 2022. #EkVillainReturns on EID 2022," he wrote along with a new poster.

 

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Directed by Mohit Suri, the film stars John Abraham, Disha Patani, Arjun Kapoor, and Tara Sutaria. The film had gone on floors earlier this year. While the first schedule was shot extensively across multiple locations in Mumbai, the second schedule happened in Goa. The makers wrapped the second schedule last month.

Ek Villain Returns is directed by Mohit Suri and jointly produced by T-Series & Balaji Telefilms. It is the sequel to the 2014 film that starred Shraddha Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, and Riteish Deshmukh.

ALSO READ: Disha Patani celebrates second schedule wrap of Ek Villain Returns



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Boxer Manny Pacquiao Retires

Pacquiao, who won titles in a record eight weight classes over a 26-year career, now turns his attention to his bid for the presidency of the Philippines.

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Heropanti director Sabbir Khan’s next is a new age thriller

Even before Nikamma has released, rumours state that Sabbir Khan’s next is an interesting thriller with Sony Pictures. However, instead of creating films, Sabbir has now branched into becoming a content curator. Bringing his versatility to the fore the filmmaker is diversifying his content game and he is set to produce content that does not limit itself to any particular genre or format be it shorts, features, or an extended series.

Heropanti director Sabbir Khan’s next is an exciting thriller

The filmmaker has been developing content over the last two years to set up Sabbir Khan Films holistically. From a robust creative team to multiple active writers room, Khan is collaborating with promising young untapped talents to bring forth unique stories. Backing diverse stories and voices is the agenda of his production house, he says.

This is evident as over the past few months, Khan has been busy prepping his second project, a new age thriller with an enviable ensemble of powerhouse performers. Talking about the same, Khan tells us, "This is an exciting time to not just be a content creator but a content curator as well. Our next feature resonates that. We are constantly brainstorming on ideas and concepts because as artists in 2021, we want to have a distinct voice and create something unique."

A trade insider tells us, "Sony announced its mammoth slate recently. There is a great buzz for Nikamma. Sabbir Khan over the years with his grand outings has earned the reputation of being a director whose commercial films are bang for the buck. The Abhimanyu Dassani and Shirley Setia starrer is just that. The folks at Sony are impressed with Nikamma and have loved Sabbir’s new script as well."

Khan diversifying his content game is also in sync with what Sony seems to be doing. Those who have seen the rushes of Nikamma say the film is a classic Sabbir stamp and now the Studio and the filmmaker have decided to come out with something completely different.



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Korean survival drama Squid Game starring Lee Jung Jae and Park Hae Soo on its way to dethrone Bridgerton with solid viewership

Netflix original series, Squid Game, from Korea, is taking the streaming giant by storm. The ranking of the series in viewership globally is increasing at a rate that might surpass current ratings record holder Bridgerton.

Korean survival drama Squid Game starring Lee Jung Jae and Park Hae Soo on its way to dethrone Bridgerton with solid viewership

The addictive, violent survival drama, which premiered September 17 on Netflix, has transcended cultures and language barriers to reach No. 1 in 90 countries in 10 days, from Qatar and Oman to Ecuador and Bolivia.

Squid Game has reportedly entered the U.S. Top 10 list on September 19 at No. 8. It climbed to No. 2 the next day, and hit No. 1 on September 21 being the first Korean original series ever to do so, where it has stayed since, crossing the one-week mark. Its staying power in the top spot is comparable to such Netflix global hits as Bridgerton, Shadow and Bone, Ginny and Georgia and Who Killed Sara?

Earlier this year, Lupin, which became the first French series to reach no. 1 in the U.S., currently holds the position of Netflix’s second-most-watched original series with 76 million households who watched at least two minutes within the show’s first four weeks of release. However, Squid Game is on track to surpass that to become the biggest non-English-language Netflix series and possibly even top Bridgerton’s record 82 million households.

According to Deadline, on Monday, Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos said, “Squid Game will definitely be our biggest non-English-language show in the world, for sure. It’s only been out for nine days, and it’s a very good chance it’s going to be our biggest show ever.”

Apart from word of mouth, Squid Game also is benefiting from the rising popularity and acceptance of non-English-language content among U.S. viewers. The statistical data shows that since 2019, non-English-language viewing in the U.S. has grown by 71%, and 97% of Netflix’s US members have chosen to watch at least one non-English-language title in the past year.

The ramp-up is even more dramatic for K-dramas, whose US viewership has jumped over 200% between 2019 and 2021.

Also Read: Bridgerton star Phoebe Dynevor to star in Irish writer Naoise Dolan’s novel based rom-com series Exciting Times



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Ali Fazal lands Best Actor nomination in the Asia Content Awards by the Busan International Film Festival for his character of Ipsit Nair in Ray

Nominations for the Asia Content Awards were recently announced, and Ali Fazal bags the nomination for Best Actor for his portrayal of Ispit Nair in Forget Me Not, one of the four films in the Ray anthology on Netflix. Directed by Srijith Mukherji, the story is a modern interpretation of Satyajit Ray’s story ‘Bipin Chaudhary Ka Smriti Bhram.’ Ali plays the role of a cut-throat corporate shark who never forgets anything and has a memory of a computer.

Ali Fazal lands Best Actor nomination in the Asia Content Awards by the Busan International Film Festival for his character of Ipsit Nair in Ray

On the nomination, he says, "Wow! This was totally unexpected. I am so humbled to receive this nomination and it means a lot to be recognized by ACA. A lot of great content was produced this year in Asia and to land a nomination amongst such an impressive lineup of films and actors is an honour."

Nushrratt Bharuccha has also bagged the nomination for Best Actress for Ajeeb Daastaans on Netflix. The 3rd Asian Contents Awards (ACA) is run by the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)’s Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM). The ACA aims to showcase outstanding TV, OTT, and online content from Asia. This year, the ACA was dominated by Korean drama and Netflix originals.

ALSO READ: Vishal Bhardwaj to direct Ali Fazal, Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Ashish Vidyarthi in Netflix thriller Khufiya



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Vidyut Jammwal starrer Sanak to release on Disney+Hotstar on 15 October 2021

After announcing the release of Sanak – Hope Under Siege on Disney+ Hotstar last week, the makers – Vipul Amrutlal Shah and ZEE Studios have now revealed the release date of the hostage drama, starring Vidyut Jammwal, Bengali actress Rukmini Maitra, Neha Dhupia, and Chandan Roy Sanyal among others.

Vidyut Jammwal starrer Sanak to release on Disney+Hotstar on 15 October 2021

Directed by Kanishk Varma, Sanak will be releasing on 15 October 2021 on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. Along with the announcement, the makers have also unveiled a new movie poster featuring a determined Vidyut, holding a baby in one hand and a gun in another.

Expressing his excitement, Vipul Shah says, "I am very happy to announce the date of Sanak, which we shot under the most difficult circumstances of Covid-19. The sole purpose of putting all the effort was to keep entertaining people and again, as usual, we have tried to take the action a notch higher than the Commando series. I believe that we have achieved it."

"I hope audiences feel the same way when they see the action and emotion in Sanak. It will inhabit a very new space in Indian cinema; it's a hostage drama, a genre that has not been explored to its full potential. It would be interesting to see all the action and drama unfold in a hospital under a siege. I am very excited to share this date and looking forward to the film releasing on Disney+ Hotstar. Hopefully, we will get lots of love from the audience," the producer adds.

The movie marks the Bollywood debut of the gorgeous actress Rukmini Maitra, who enjoys huge popularity in the Bengali Film industry. Sunshine Pictures Pvt Ltd, helmed by Vipul Shah has treated the audiences with some interesting cinema spectacles. This time in collaboration with Zee Studios, his production ‘Sanak – Hope Under Siege’ is all set to bring out the emotional journey with action-packed sequences. While Vidyut plays the central character in the movie, he is pairing with the successful producer Vipul Shah for the fifth time in his career.

Starring Vidyut Jammwal, Chandan Roy Sanyal, Neha Dhupia, and Rukmini Maitra, Sanak - Hope Under Siege is presented by Zee Studios in association with Sunshine Pictures Pvt Ltd and will be streaming from 15th October only on Disney+ Hotstar Multiplex. It is a Vipul Amrutlal Shah production, directed by Kanishk Varma.

ALSO READ: ZEE Studios make multiple announcements in a single day; take a look at all the events that took place today



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Arjun Kapoor signed on as the Brand Ambassador of BFizz

Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor has been signed on by food and beverage giants Parle Agro to be the brand ambassador of their fruit-based sparkling beverage, BFizz. Announcing his association, the actor took to his Instagram and shared a picture where we can see a fully transformed Arjun. He can be seen donning a leather jacket while showcasing his newly chiselled body and flaunting his toned six-pack abs.

Sharing the post, Arjun says, “Thrilled to be @TheBFizz Brand Ambassador, a cool drink for the Brave & Bold!!! Sometimes your personality & the brand you align with just fit together seamlessly... can’t wait to get started on this exciting new journey with @parle_agro @nadiachauhan!! let’s do this & brew this ”

 

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The Bollywood star has been turning heads with his incredible transformation as he battled obesity and came out stronger. He has maintained, “Not many know, but I have been battling obesity for the longest time. I was just not a fat kid, it was a health issue. It hasn’t been easy. My underlying health condition has always made it a struggle for me to constantly stay a certain size. While I have been criticised a lot for my physique, I have taken it on the chin because people expect actors to be seen in a certain body type. I understand that. They haven’t understood the struggle that I have gone through and it’s alright. I only have to prove it to myself and to people who believe in me.”

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

No ‘Sanskaari James Bond’ this time as CBFC passes No Time To Die with ZERO cuts; kissing scenes remain untouched

The 2015 James Bond film, Spectre, had run into a major controversy after the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) played spoilsport or should we say, nanny. The then chairperson of the CBFC, Pahlaj Nihalani, reduced the kissing scene of the film to around 22 seconds. It got a lot of backlash from the fans as their favourite character was transformed from being sexy to being ‘Sanskaari’. #SanskaariJamesBond and #SanskaariCensorBoard trended for days and are two of the most memorable hashtags on social media in recent times.

No ‘Sanskaari James Bond’ this time as CBFC passes No Time To Die with ZERO cuts; kissing scenes remain untouched

Now as the next James Bond film, No Time To Die, is about to release, there were fears that once again, Agent 007 will have to go the ‘Sanskaari’ way. But in a pleasant turn of events, the CBFC this time has left the kissing scenes untouched.

A source told us, “No Time To Die has been passed with zero cuts. The film has some violence and also a few intimate scenes. But the CBFC this time did not ask for any reckless cuts. The studio was very happy that the CBFC examining committee understood the context of those scenes and didn’t make any unfair demands, unlike last time.”

No Time To Die was given the certificate on September 20 and has been passed with a U/A rating. The source said, “The film’s run time is 163 minutes, that is, 2 hours, 43 minutes. This makes No Time To Die the longest James Bond film ever. But if the film has enough entertainment and thrill, viewers won’t mind. The advance is encouraging and the film is set for a great opening.”

A few days back, Bollywood Hungama was the first to break the news that No Time To Die would be the first Bond film to be released in 3D. Starring Daniel Craig, Rami Malek, Léa Seydoux and Ana de Armas, it is also set to have a huge release in India as the total screen count is more than 1700.



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Taapsee Pannu becomes part of Sugar Cosmetics' bold and free campaign

SUGAR Cosmetics - one of the fastest-growing premium beauty brands of the country launched their latest campaign coined as #BoldAndFree featuring actress, Taapsee Pannu on Wednesday, 22nd September. With Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu as the face of the campaign, it is off to an aggressive start with both simultaneous launches on television, print and OOH. This will be further amplified across various mainstream digital and social media channels. The OOH campaign will go live PAN India including metro cities and major Tier I & II cities. The TV Commercial will be aired nationwide in 8 languages including Hindi, English, Marathi, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu across all prime electronic channels.

Taapsee Pannu becomes part of Sugar Cosmetics' bold and free campaign

Taapsee has also made the official announcement on her Instagram profile as she posted the TVC. With over a decade of experience working in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil-language films, Taapsee is known for a wide variety of powerful roles that she has portrayed in women-centric films such as Haseen Dilruba, Thappad, Badla, Pink, and Manmarziyaan among others.

SUGAR Cosmetics’ #SUGARxTaapsee #BoldAndFree Campaign is a celebration of the brand’s philosophy of empowering women to look beyond societal approvals and be comfortable, confident & bold in their own skin. The narrative of the TV Commercial plays on how we always subconsciously keep seeing ourselves in the mirror and are conscious of how we look. This need for approval – be it that of society or even the mirror we look into – always makes us second-guess how beautiful we “feel” – and this needs to change. With this campaign, SUGAR urges its patrons and viewers to break free from that urge of getting approvals to feel and look good because one does not need the validation of a mirror of society to feel beautiful and complete.

While Taapsee stunningly brings forth this thought in the TVC, the OOH campaign helps create more opportunities for the brand’s messaging to be absorbed and create a larger impact on the audience.

Speaking on this campaign collaboration, Taapsee Pannu said, “I love how SUGAR is a bold, aspirational yet accessible brand that caters to vivacious, independent women, creating a varied range of face, eyes, lips and skin products to suit all skin colours and types. Working in Bollywood, it is very important to be versatile, to be able to take on any character with ease and SUGAR Cosmetics is that versatile hero in the beauty industry! Just as I take on various characters in my movies, SUGAR’s products are designed to take on and suit every Indian skin tone making the wearer look beautiful and confident in her own skin. My absolute favourite are the SUGAR lipsticks - love how every colour suits & vibes with the real me. So, if you’re looking for long lasting beauty products to keep up with the unstoppable you and your on-the-go lifestyle, just try SUGAR Cosmetics!”

Founded in 2015, SUGAR Cosmetics is currently present in 10,000+ stores across 130+ cities, along with a robust digital presence through the brand-owned website and app. SUGAR currently offers 550+ products in makeup and skincare and is known for their matte lipsticks, bold eyeliners, stick foundation, face palettes and more. Their social media popularity has also built a fan following for more than 5 million across all channels.

“It gives me immense pleasure to welcome Taapsee to the family! Today, SUGAR is the makeup choice for all bold, independent women who refuse to be stereotyped into roles. At SUGAR, we believe in chasing dreams and being unstoppable. We love making beauty fun and constantly aim at creating clutter-breaking personas. When we look at Taapsee, we see someone who is self-made - with the same bold, cheerful and fearless attitude that SUGAR resonates with. We’re super excited to have her on board for our #BoldAndFree Campaign, and can’t wait to create magic, one look at a time!” added Vineeta Singh, CEO & Co-founder, SUGAR Cosmetics.

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