Monday, 7 May 2018
Shibani Kashyap on recreating ‘Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh’
Singer #ShibaniKashyap has recently recreated a song titled #AjeebDastaanHaiYeh (Film: Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai) which was originally sung by Lata Mangeshkar. Shibani has said that it’s a challenge to sing a song which is sung by Lata Mangeshkar.
Shibani was interacting with media at magazine photoshoot on Monday in Mumbai.
Talking about her latest song ‘Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh’, Shibani said, “It’s a special way that I did this song, I jazzed it up because I really like Jazz music. I feel when you fuse Jazz and old Bollywood nostalgic music, somehow its creates beautiful and magical impact. I have used saxophone, piano, drums and base in the song and little sound of rain in the beginning of the song. Now rain will arrive in Mumbai and I think this song is apt to listen in the season of monsoon because it makes you feel like you are sitting in rain shower.”
“It’s a beautiful melody and for me, it’s like a beautiful tribute to greats like Shankar-Jaikishan ji and Lata ji (Mangeshkar). I hope she hears the song and she likes it. It’s a challenge to sing a song which is by the great nightingale and the goddess Lata ji so, it’s more like a tribute to old nostalgia on this platform called ‘Old is Gold’. I want to thank Mika Singh and his venture Music and Sound who has created this platform along with Sa Re Ga Ma HMV”
Talking about preparation of the song, Shibani said, “Something just happened very instantly. I think things which come very spontaneously to you gives beautiful result because it just seems like magic as magic also happens instantly. When I though t of the song that time, I was sitting with my musicians jamming with them then, we got into the studio and within six and half hours, we were done with the song. The only thing which little bit of time was mixing and mastering, which is a technical thing and for saxophone, we called an artists from New York and for piano, we called pianist from Austria that’s how we completed the song. It was just matter of the week and we were ready with the audio”
‘Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh’ is a recreation for singer Mika Singh’s YouTube project ‘Old is Gold’, sharing her experience working with Mika Singh on the song, Shibain said, “The property ‘Gold is Gold’ is being created by Mika Singh and he has collaborated with many artists through this venture. I am most excited about the duet that I have sung with him which is going to release really soon. We have finished recording and shooting of that song. It’s an old and beautiful song. The song is ‘Yeh Kya Jagah Hain Dosto’ from Umrao Jaan. The song is expected to be out in a month or two. It’s in a different zone and it’s more of a gazal in very loungish kind of fashion but again, we have tried to keep it modern. I hope audience will like it because it’s very different rendition from the original.”
Hema Malini - Meet My Granddaughter Radhya
Actor and Politician #HemaMalini shares the first ever picture of her granddaughter Radhya, daughter of #EshaDeol and #BharatTakhtani.
Hema Malini shared the picture of Radhya on social media. She captioned it, “With pride & joy, I would like to introduce my little granddaughter Radhya - Esha & Bharat’s baby - to all my fans. Do bless the little one wholeheartedly with all good health & happiness”
Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani welcomed a baby girl in the month of October, last year. They named her Radhya Takhtani and today grandmother Hema and mother Esha shared the first photo of her baby girl.
Esha also has shared Radhya's adorable photo. In the picture, the little munchkin is looking cute as a button wearing a white frock and a bow headband.
Salman Khan Unveils Race 3 New Poster, Feat Bobby Deol and Jacqueline
After the stunning poster of Salman and Jacqueline from forthcoming #Race3, the Bhaijaan unveils yet another sizzling poster of Bobby and Jacqueline and their closeness is sure to raise a lot of questions like we say “and the plot thickens”.
Salman Khan just shared the poster on his social media profile. He wrote, “Seeing isn’t always believing in this #Race. Kaun kya hai pata chalega soon! #Race3ThisEid @Asli_Jacqueline @thedeol @SkFilmsOfficial @tipsofficial @remodsouza @RameshTaurani”
Salman Khan starrer Race 3 is one of the most anticipated movies this year. The third franchise consists of an ensemble cast of Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Daisy Shah, Jacqueline Fernandez among others.
Talking about the poster, actor Saqib Saleem also tweeted, he wrote, “Garmi udhar bhi thi , idhar bhi hai! #Race3 #Race3ThisEid @BeingSalmanKhan @Asli_Jacqueline @thedeol @RameshTaurani @remodsouza @SKFilmsOfficial @tipsofficial”
Race 3 is an upcoming action thriller film directed by Remo D'Souza and produced under Tips Films. It is the third installment of Race film series.
Riteish Deshmukh Looking Forward To Work With Saiyami Kher In Mauli
"Mirzya" actress #SaiyamiKher will be making her Marathi film debut as #RiteishDeshmukh's leading lady in his next production project titled #Mauli and “Housefull” actor is looking forward to work with her.
Saiyami Kher confirmed her role in Mauli via social media. She shared a picture with Riteish Deshmukh and wrote, “Delighted to announce my next. MAULI along with @Riteishd. So excited to go back to my maharashtrian roots! Need everyone’s good wishes & blessings. Ata maji Bari. Lai Bhari:)”
Tanvi Azmi's niece, Sayami shares some common ground with her as Tanvi too made her Marathi debut with Riteish playing the role of his mother in "Lai Bhari".
Replying to Saiyami, Actor and Producer Riteish Deshmukh wrote, “Looking forward to working with you...@SaiyamiKher...लवकरच सेट वरती भेटू. #MumbaiFilmCompay @mfc #MAULI”
Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film is produced under Riteish's banner Mumbai Film Company.
Genelia Deshmukh also welcomes Saiyami on social media. She wrote, “Welcome on board @SaiyamiKher...looking forward to a wonderful journey. #MAULI #MumbaiFilmCompany @mfc @Riteishd”
Meghna Gulzar About Her Upcoming film Raazi
Acclaimed filmmaker #MeghnaGulzar who is busy promoting her upcoming film #Raazi said it is satisfying when people who are certifying the film can relate to your sensibilities and intentions.
Meghna Gulzar interacted with media along with Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal to promote their upcoming film ‘Raazi’ on Saturday in Mumbai.
Recently, makers of ‘Raazi’ obtained 12A certification with no cuts by British Censors, reacting to it, elated Meghna said, “Forget British censor board, we have got approval from Indian censor without any cuts which I think is a big relief because you feel satisfied when people who are certifying the film can relate with your sensibilities and intentions through which you are presenting the film.
I think certification also impacts the business of the film when you obtain 12A certification from British censor board then, it is also important for producers of the film and more audience can watch it in theatres”
Sharing her experience working with her father and industry veteran Gulzar in ‘Raazi’, Meghna said, “He has supervised dialogues, the script of the film and penned down lyrics of the film. I think his inputs in films are like painter’s last stroke of the painting which changes the emotion of that painting altogether. He is like that.
We first write the script and do preps for the film and then it’s time to write songs and as he comes in the picture to write lyrics for the film, the whole film gets elevated a few notches higher. He has seen the film and he really liked it. He has told me that it has become your habit to mute the audience after making a film like ‘Talvar’ and now again, you will do that with ‘Raazi’”.
'Raazi' is an adaptation of Harinder Sikka's Calling Sehmat, a novel inspired by the almost-unbelievable real-life story of the woman who Sikka named Sehmat, to protect her identity.
My Daughter Inaaya Is My Number One Project – Soha Ali Khan
“Inaaya is my number one project right now” says proud mom #SohaAliKhan on the sidelines of #MarieClaire event launch here in Mumbai.
Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Khemu welcomed the little bundle of joy, a baby girl named Inaaya, and the actress is joyous with motherhood. Talking about the phase of motherhood in her life, Soha said, “It is very difficult but it is so much fun as well. I always say that Inaaya is my number one project right now. She wakes up at 7 am in the morning and sleeps around 7:30 pm”
“Whenever she is awake, I make sure that I spend most of my time with her. She changes three outfits in a day at morning, at lunch and in the evenings so, we experiment with her because she is a small kid. We also experiment with her hairstyles. One day she wears a bow and another day, she wears hair band so, as of now, she will not go in salons as I do her hair”
Soha Ali Khan is also happy with her sister in law, Kareena Kapoor Khan is making a comeback with Shashanka Ghosh’s ‘Veerey Di Wedding’ post her pregnancy break.
Talking about the forthcoming chick-flick, Soha said, “I have seen the trailer and the songs. I had fun watching it. I like these kinds of films which we call as chick flicks. Apart from Kareena, I also know other people in the film. I know Sonam (Kapoor). Shikha (Talsania) is a very good friend of mine. I thought she is really standing out in the trailer as well. I really like ‘Tareefan’ song of the film so, I am really looking forward to the film’s release.”
Ranbir Kapoor looks dapper in New Sanju Poster
Filmmaker #RajkumarHirani unveils yet another stunning poster from the forthcoming biopic, #Sanju starring #RanbirKapoor as living legend #SanjayDutt.
Rajkumar Hirani captioned it, “When I meet Ranbir these days I can’t believe that he looked like this a year back when we shot this. #Sanju #RanbirKapoor #RajkumarHiraniFilms @VVCFilms @foxstarhindi”
The new poster which reminds of Sanjay Dutt from gangster movie “Vaastav”, the star is sporting the most iconic black pathani style kurta pajama with French-beard and serious expression on his face!
The Fox Star Hindi also shared the poster with a different caption. They wrote, “Here’s the 4th look of #RanbirKapoor as #Sanju! One man, many lives. A true story you won’t believe, comes alive on June 29! @RajkumarHirani #RajkumarHiraniFilms @VVCFilms”
Sanju is an upcoming biographical film based on the life of Indian actor Sanjay Dutt, directed and written by Rajkumar Hirani and produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor as Sanjay Dutt in various stages of his life.
Priyanka Chopra To Host YouTube New Original Show
Desi Girl #PriyankaChopra adds another feather in her cap; she will soon be seen hosting an original show for #YouTube, titled #IfICouldTellYouJustOneThing.
Chopra will host If I Could Tell You Just One Thing, a series in which the actress will meet inspiring people from whom she will seek advice about changing the world.
YouTube is expanding its slate of free-to-watch advertising-supported original series. These include projects by actors Priyanka Chopra and Will Smith and basketball player LeBron James.
The official YouTube profile confirmed the show. They wrote, “We're excited to announce our new slate of YouTube Originals! Coming soon: Will Smith, KingJames, @ddlovato, @priyankachopra, @KevinHart4Real, The Slow Mo Guys, @jackwhitehall”
The Priyanka Chopra Show: If I Could Tell You Just One Thing - From Sundog Pictures, the actress will go on a personal journey to meet the world’s most successful and inspirational people—each time asking them for advice they feel can change the world. From actors and politicians to religious leaders and environmentalists, star of the show Priyanka will speak with the people who will go down in history as having challenged the status quo.
Apart from her YouTube new show and overseas commitments, Priyanka Chopra is also part of Bollywood drama Bharat, also starring Salman Khan.
Ranveer Singh is the voice of Deadpool 2 in Hindi!
Actor #RanveerSingh took a break from his work commitment and spent some quality time in Switzerland and now the actor is back with a bang. He just confirmed that he has done the voice-over for the forthcoming mega movie Deadpool 2 and unveils the Hindi Trailer of the film.
To make the sequel an even bigger success, Fox Star Studios have roped in the massively popular youth icon, Ranveer Singh, to dub for the character of Deadpool for it’s Hindi version.
Ranveer's wit and edgy personality is a perfect match to resonate with Deadpool’s personality. Unveiling the Hindi trailer, the actor wrote, “Astonishing how effectively I’ve managed to out-crass my Canadian counterpart @VancityReynolds. Never realised how fulfilling & rewarding foul Hindi language can be! #Deadpool2Hindi @FoxStarIndia”
The film Deadpool 2 releases on 18th May 2018!
Apart from Deadpool 2, Actor Ranveer Singh is busy with Gully Boy and Simmba, helmed by Zoya Akhtar and Rohit Shetty respectively.
Gully Boy also stars Alia Bhatt in the lead. The film is based on the lives of Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naezy known for their song "Mere Gully Mein" in Mumbai. It is confirmed for release on 14 February 2019.
Playing Nargis is actress's dream role: Manisha Koirala
#ManishaKoirala who is playing the role of Sanjay Dutt's mother, Nargis in the Dutt biopic said, playing Nargis is every actress's dream role.
Manisha Koirala was present at the launch of Dr. Yusuf Merchant's book titled, 'Happyness: Life Lessons From A creative' on Saturday.
When asked to share any information about her playing Nargi Dutt's character in Sanju, biopic Manisha said, "I am really honored to be able to play Nargis Dutt-Ji. It's like any actresses dream role. My character is just a small special appearance but I am really excited about it and the film's release."
When talking about Dr. Yusuf Merchant's book titled, 'Happyness: Life Lessons From A creative' Manisha said Our society has turned the topic of mental illness into a taboo.
"Our society has turned mental illness in a taboo. Everyone on social media looks so happy and perfect but that does not mean that when some is sad or depressed it is abnormal. I think its the most normal thing.
And in today's challenging times and the kind of stress level and anxiety, it is normal to feel sad. Its good to accept it, get help if needed and not to be ashamed of it."
The Sanjay Dutt biopic titled 'Sanju' is presented by Fox star studios. The film will star Manisha Koirala, Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Paresh Rawal, Sonam Kapoor, Dia Mirza, Tabu and many more.
Akshay Kumar is simple and humble in spite of his fame: Amit Sadh
#AmitSadh says his upcoming film co-star, #AkshayKumar is simple and humble in spite of his fame.
Amit Sadh along with Urvashi Rautela was present at the Ride for Safety 2018 on Sunday.
Amit who will be seen playing hockey under Akshay Kumar's wing in 'Gold' when asked about his experience working with the Padman actor, he said, "You get to learn a lot when you work with a big actor like him. The things I liked the most about him is that in spite of being such a big actor he is very simple and humble. Apart from his art as an actor, I love that about him."
While talking about his association with 'Ride for safety' Amit said it isn’t just the riders responsibility to follow road safety rules.
"I usually don't attend many events but when I found out about his where other bikers will be there, and helmet distribution will take place I thought I should be part of this Nobel act. I believe in community service. In India right now we are in very good times right now where are following self-correction, we are helping each other grow together as a community."
"I feel very grateful that they thought I am worthy enough to come here on this stage. I haven't come here as an actor but only a rider. It isn't only for the riders who should wear helmets and follow road safety rules. I am happy to see people spread awareness of road safety and these roads are meant for all of us so let's share them and use them well." he said.
Soha Ali Khan - Cameo in Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3
Actress and writer #SohaAliKhan has said that she is looking forward to the release Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3 and she has a cameo role in the film.
Soha Ali Khan was interacting with media at the launch of Marie Claire Salon on Saturday in Mumbai.
Soha Ali Khan who did a full-fledged role in ‘Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns’ asked about the status of Tigmashu Dhulia’s ‘Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster 3’ status which also stars Sanjay Dutt, Chitangada Singh, and Jimmy Shergill, Soha said, “I don’t know.. Media should ask the producer about it. I just did a small role in it”
“Actually, I was supposed to shoot for the film in last year October but that time, I was very pregnant so that couldn’t happen but then, I did my portion in December last year. I am glad that I am in the film and they didn’t kill my character so, I am very excited to be in the film. I think it will release around December this year”
Apart from the silver screen, actress Soha Ali Khan has also made her presence count in short movie format. Her first short film ‘Sound Proof’ is in the official selection for the New York Indian Film Festival 2018, talking about it, Soha said, “I am very excited. My film’s director has gone to New York and he didn’t take me along with him. Actually, they gave me an option to come to New York but now Inaaya is too small so, I couldn’t able to go there”
“I am very excited for the film that it has been selected in New York Indian Film Festival and I hope it will have a good release in India as well and the audience would get the opportunity to watch it”.
Yash Raj Films Confirms Shamshera with Ranbir Kapoor
We all are eagerly waiting for the trailer of #Sanju starring #RanbirKapoor in the lead, but here comes an epic surprise, the “Rockstar” actor has joined hands with Yash Raj Films for a dacoit movie and unveils the first teaser announcement of the film.
Yash Raj Films have signed on Ranbir Kapoor for an epic action drama titled Shamshera, directed by Karan Malhotra. The makers just made the final announcement on the social media.
The official YRF profile shared the teaser. The caption read, “करम से डकैत, धरम से आज़ाद Presenting #RanbirKapoor in a never seen before avatar in YRF's next action adventure #SHAMSHERA. Directed by @karanmalhotra21 | @ShamsheraMovie”
In the teaser, Ranbir Kapoor nails the dacoit look like a pro and his heavy baritone will make you all the more curious. The actor is seen in his never-seen-before avatar.
Apart from that Shamshera, Ranbir also has Brahmastra in the pipeline wherein he will be sharing screen space with Alia Bhatt, Amitabh Bachchan and Mouni Roy.
'Mauli' takes me back to my Maharashtrian roots: Saiyami Kher
"Mirzya" actress #SaiyamiKher will be making her Marathi film debut as Riteish Deshmukh's leading lady in his next production project titled "Mauli".
Saiyami who was born and brought up in Nashik said she is excited to be working with Riteish who introduced a new genre to Marathi cinema.
"That too opposite Riteish in his home production. Riteish very successfully introduced a new genre of action/ drama to Marathi cinema with 'Lai Bhari'. 'Mauli' is a film which will always be very close to my heart because it takes me back to my Maharashtrian roots.
Saiyami with "Mauli will carry forward the Marathi legacy of her grandmother and veteran actress Usha Kiran.
While talking about her grandmother Saiyami in a statement said, "I will really miss my grandmother on this journey because she would have been very proud to see my Marathi debut. I'm really excited and seek everyone's good wishes and blessings,"
Tanvi Azmi's niece, Sayami shares some more common ground with her as Tanvi too made her Marathi debut with Riteish playing the role of his mother in "Lai Bhari".
Riteish said the team was looking for a fresh face to cast in "Mauli".
"We found that in Saiyami. She is young, vivacious and fits the character of a Firebrand Marathi mulgi' to the T. We are extremely excited to collaborate with her and looking forward to working with her," he said.
Saturday, 5 May 2018
Anupam Kher starrer medical drama, New Amsterdam confirmed for season 1
#AnupamKher on Saturday took to Twitter and shared the news of starring in a new American tv show titled #NewAmsterdam.
The tweet read, "Happy to share the great news!! The @nbc pilot #NewAmsterdam, I shot for in New York has been picked up to be a series now. Here comes the Indian Actor to join the cast & crew in NY..🙏👍🇮🇳@davidschulner #PeterHorton #KateDennis @Ryan_Eggold @jayrmonty @jockosims @TyLabine"
Variety.com. reported that NBC gave out the first series order from its pilot crop for the 2018-2019 season.
Kher's co-actor from 'Sense 8' will also be part of the medical drama. Sharing the excitement of working with her again he wrote, "Dearest @FreemaOfficial my favorite co-actor from #Sense8!! Looking forward to sharing the screen space with you in the new @nbc series #NewAmsterdam. Jai Ho.:)"
In addition to Anupam Kher, Eggold, and Agyeman, the cast of the series also includes Janet Montgomery, Jocko Sims, and Tyler Labine.
Salman Khan – Good Luck Harshvardhan Kapoor with Bhavesh Joshi Superhero
Bhaijaan of Bollywood, Actor #SalmanKhan Supports the young-buck #HarshvardhanKapoor, by unveils the teaser for his second movie, #BhaveshJoshiSuperhero!
Sultan Actor Salman Khan took to his social media account and shared the Teaser of Harshvardhan Kapoor starrer action drama “Bhavesh Joshi Superhero” and wished him luck.
Salman wrote, “All the very best. Watch this teaser of #BhaveshJoshiSuperHero @HarshKapoor_ @AnilKapoor”
After Mirzya, Harshvardhan Kapoor is gearing with his second movie, Bhavesh Joshi, the superhero movie is written and directed by Vikramaditya Motwane under Phantom Films banner. The action drama film is about a young man who wants to continue doing the right and challenge the wrong. And on this journey, he discovers that he’s destined to do bigger things, which will transform him from a common man into a Superhero.
Dad Anil Kapoor also finds Salman Khan’s tweet a good luck charm. He replied, “Ab to Bhai ne Bhi Bol diya @HarshKapoor_ . This is the best good luck charm. Thank you @BeingSalmanKhan as always for your generosity”
On the work front, Anil Kapoor and Salman Khan will be seen together in Race 3, the action thriller is directed by Remo D'Souza and produced under Tips Films. The film also features Bobby Deol, Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah and Saqib Saleem.
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