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Amitabh Bachchan’s first film SAAT HINDUSTANI completes 50 years of release

Amitabh Bachchan made his debut in Hindi film industry with SAAT HINDUSTANI released on 7th November 1969. Big B completes 50 years of his journey in Bollywood.

SAAT HINDUSTANI was written and directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. The film portrays the heroic story of seven Indians who attempt to liberate Goa from the Portuguese colonial rule.

The film also stars Utapal Dutt, Madhu, Shehnaz, A.K. Hangal and Anwar Ali.

When Mr. Amitabh Bachchan grooved to Naezy’s Rap Anthem

Rap star Naezy composed the Anthem for Banega Swasth India which talked about cleanliness and especially the message of washing one’s hands regularly.

On 2nd October at the Live Swasthagraha at YRF, Mumbai, Naezy got the opportunity to see Living Legend Mr. Amitabh Bachchan groove to his tunes. It was a very surreal moment for Naezy as he has been a big fan of the Big B since his early day.

Aanchal Munjal all set to make her debut as a lead actress

The Dharma girl Aanchal Munjal who set foot in the Indian cinema at a very young age with Kajol and Kareena Kapoor starrer “We Are A Family” is all set to make her Bollywood debut as a leading actress.

Aanchal made her debut as a child actress and later went on to doing films like Aarakshan, Ghayal Once Again etc. In a span of just 9 years, Aanchal has shared the screen with some leading actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Saif Ali Khan, Arjun Rampal, Kajol, Kareena Kapoor, Sunny Deol and many more.

Apart from the Hindi cinema the Aarakshan actor has also worked in Tamil movies. She made her debut as a lead actress in ‘Sei’, along with the actors like Nakul, Nassar and Prakash Rai. This actor has swayed the audience with her outstanding performances achieving 2012 telly awards as best child actor for the Sony TV series, Parvarrish- Kuchh Khatte Kuchh Meethi. In the history of television, Aanchal is also the only actress to be nominated for an Indian Television Academy Awards for an episodic show Gumrah: End Of Innocence.

After all these hit performances Aanchal is all set to start a new chapter as a lead actress in Bollywood with an untitled film  which will be announced soon.

Producer Anand Pandit unites Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi for the 1st time!

Movie Connoisseurs have an exciting 2020 to look forward to as Legend Extraordinaire Amitabh Bachchan and the dynamic Emraan Hashmi will be coming together onscreen for the very first time, for an intriguing mystery thriller produced by Mr Anand Pandit and helmed by Rumi Jaffrey!

The taut thriller is all set to release on 21st February 2020, and marks the first time Amitabh Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi work with each other onscreen. The film is produced by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures & Saraswati Entertainment Private Limited. Anand  Pandit  Motion Pictures has been at the forefront of successful cinematic ventures such as Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, Sarkar 3, Satyamev Jayate, Bazaar and the recent blockbuster Total Dhamaal.

Producer Anand Pandit speaks on his association with this exciting project and thespian Amitabh Bachchan, “My friendship with Mr Bachchan goes back a long way. I have not met any other actor who matches his skill and commitment. It is an honor to be a part of creating a film with him, and I have always admired Emraan’s body of work, so am looking forward to seeing him onscreen with the legend for the first time. Given the subject of the film, I do believe we have a winner in our hands.”

Writer Director Rumi Jaffrey adds on returning to direction with such a fascinating storyline and casting coup of getting Mr Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi together, “A film is a collaborative effort and when you have one of the best actors in front of the camera and a veteran producer behind the lens supporting you and leading all creative efforts, then making the film is a fantastic experience!”

While the other details around the film are heavily under wraps, initial reports have suggested it to be a thrilling entertainer, keeping audiences by the edge of their seats to watch Mr Bachchan and Emraan Hashmi facing off against each other in pivotal roles along with veteran actor Annu Kapoor.

The film will begin its first shooting schedule on 10th May with the dynamic duo…do watch this space for further updates on this exciting project!

Amitabh Bachchan’s bilingual film in Hindi and Tamil gets a title: Tera Yaar Hoon Main!

Amitabh Bachchan has started shooting for his Hindi-Tamil bilingual in Filmcity titled Tera Yaar Hoon Main. Starring along with him are South actors SJ Suryah and Ramya Krishnan ( Of Baahubali fame). Tera Yaar Hoon Main is Mr Bachchan’s bilingual film in Hindi and Tamil.

Tera Yaar Hoon Main is a T-Series and Purple Bull Production. Produced By Bhushan Kumar, Divya Khosla Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Om Prakash Bhatt , Sujay Shankarwar and  Ami Trivedi and Directed by T. Tamilvanan.

Ansh Bagri: I used to feel that TV is a boring medium to be part of

Actor Ansh Bagri never really wanted to be part of the TV industry. The actor, who has done over 100 commercials as well been part of the film Days of Tafree and is now part of a TV show called Dil Toh Happy Hai Ji, says that he was never fond of the medium. “I always do content-driven things and I used to always think that TV is a very boring medium to be part of. I felt that every day you had to do the same thing. I used to feel that I won’t be able to do it. That’s the reason why I never wanted to do TV because it has the same character and same look every day,” he says.

He adds, “But eventually when I did India’s Next Superstar, it was an acting, dance and performance-based show. After doing that, I saw that you get so much love after doing TV and as an actor you get to do so many things. I got that clarity from there. The other reason to take up TV was when this show was offered, I felt like the character is not a typical TV character. There are a lot of challenges for my character, Rocky in the show. Our production house, 4 Lions are known to give good content and they are very particular about their characters.”

However, does that mean that films will take a backseat in his career? “Right now, I just want to concentrate on Dil Toh Happy Hai Ji. I am improving every day as an actor and I am getting to show my talent. I am getting whatever I want to as an actor, I want to work and I am working, I want attention from my fans and I am getting that. I want appreciation and I am getting that as well, so it doesn’t matter whether I am part of a film or a TV show,” he says.

Abhishek Tewari thoroughly enjoying Laal Ishq

Actor Abhishek Tewari is thrilled to be part of the Laal Ishq. The actor says that he loves the concept as well as his character. “Laal Ishq is a very intriguing show based on the atrocities of love. It also it has a supernatural essence to it. My character is positive. It’s a very twisted love story with lots of thrilling turns,” he says.

In fact, the show is very different from the rest of the projects that he has been part of. “My forte has always been romance. So, this was a totally different love story as the adventure of shooting a supernatural series has always been a fascination for me. I am thoroughly enjoying it,” he says.

He adds, “A unique storyline in any show makes a huge difference as it provides a multiple range for an actor to perform and utilize his potential to the optimum level. And it’s more entertaining for the audience as well. This is exactly how Laal Ishq is.”

In fact, the actor found the story interesting right from the first time he heard it. “I immediately said yes. I always believe the story is the real hero and I always crave for a well-written story. And this one had so many twists and thrilling turns. It just got me hooked,” he says.

Abhishek loves the title of the show as well. “To me, ‘Laal Ishq’ strikes as both the celebration of love and the bloody, dark side of love,” he says.

 

Abhishek Tewari: Looking good gives you an edge in front of the camera

Actor Abhishek Tewari has always been a fitness freak and says that this has always helped him look better as well. “For me, consistency in terms of fitness inside-out plays the game. Looking lean and fresh is just the fruit it bears,” he says.

Ask him if being good looking a plus point in the TV world, and he says, “Yes, it gives you an edge since you have to be constantly in front of the camera, where it becomes very important to look your best. You need to be presentable as per your role so it becomes more of a responsibility than anything else,” he says.

He adds, “If you are good looking and can carry the appearance and the role effortlessly, then half of the battle is already won. I still find nobody as good looking and as charming as Mr Amitabh Bachchan for his multi-dimensional persona.”

He also looks up to Leonardo Di Caprio. “Since my childhood, I have idolised actor Leonardo Di Caprio and for numerous reasons. He has inspired millions not only by his sheer talent but most importantly by being the ambassador of this planet, preserving life and nature by being an active environmentalist. And by becoming UN(United Nations) Messenger of Peace. He is a real-life hero,” he says.

 

Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta turn producers, launched production house DreamIYata

Ravi Dubey, undoubtedly one of the most admired & versatile actor on television, who is at the peak of his career has been winning hearts of many through his popular daily and reality shows and is regarded as the only TV actor to be appreciated alongside Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan in the anchoring space. Be it his breakthrough role in Jamai Raja to hosting popular reality shows like Rising Star and Sabse Smart Kaun, Ravi has been slaying it since the beginning of his career.

Hosting a reality show can be tough but Ravi has single handedly conquered each and every show that he ever been part of. The way he holds the entire show together and keeps audiences engaged is truly incredible. In anchoring space, he broke the conventional pattern of 2 anchors hosting the show and became the first solo anchor to host a popular show – ‘Rising Star.

His popularity amongst his fans is so much that they have been missing him and requesting him to get back in a daily soap. Loved and raved for his chocolate boy looks especially by his female fan followers on social media, Ravi is definitely a heartthrob of many. His captivating personality makes him one of the most lovable hosts and that can be seen from the equation he shares with the participants and their families of the reality show Sabse Smart Kaun. Having been in the industry for more than a decade, actor Ravi Dubey is unstoppable when it comes to his career choices and achievements.

Now after having a successful span of career in TV and being one of the favorite reality show hosts, Ravi Dubey has turned a producer making him the first TV actor to become a producer. The actor who is also known to break the stereotypes and who always made less conventional choices yet different choices has launched his home production DreamIYata which means ‘the infinite dream’ along with his wife Sargun Mehta who is a superstar in Punjabi films. With his creativity, determination, sincerity and love towards his work, Ravi has made such a special bond with everyone that his team members would vouch for his creative feedback and they would ask Ravi to go through all the creative of the show. His sensibilities towards the script and understanding of what a show demands, probed him to be on the other side of the spectrum.

Director Gifty shoots nonstop for Guru Randhawa’s next single in Toronto

We all know how it is purely magic when Director Gifty works with Guru Randhawa as they shoot melodious and peppy singles. Well, all fans of Guru should rejoice as Director Gifty is currently shooting in Toronto for Guru’s latest single Downtown featuring Guru and actress Delbar Arya in it. While Director Gifty is someone who has shot extremely stylish videos with Guru earlier, for this too, he is not leaving any stone unturned.

Director Gifty travelled to Toronto and shot nonstop for the song without taking the jet lag into account. It is a wonder how both do not think of sleep and just focus on coming out with a single that will enthrall viewers. Guru also had to shoot for it and finish the work fast as he had to come back for the shoot of his ongoing music reality show in India. Ask Director Gifty about it and he says, “Our songs and the videos have crossed the 100 million mark many times. And, therefore, to keep this happening again, I feel it is important to not think of the timelines of different countries and continuously focus on good work. I am sure that Downtown will be a big hit as Guru has performed well and we are both dedicated to the job.”

Recently, ‘Ishare Tere’, Guru’s single was shot by Director Gifty again and the song has already caught up with the young crowds. They decided to shoot the video and Guru who was travelling on an India tour came back to shoot for it because Director Gifty wanted that he only feature in it. Guru shot for the video continuously for 20 hours and then decided to leave. Since the song did so well on the charts, Guru was persistent at giving this his best, and making it a video that people will always remember.