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Subhash K Jha spoke with the powerhouse performer Mita Vashisht about her experiences working on Govind Nihalani’s powerful drama Droh Kaal, which also featured Om Puri, Amrish Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Ila Arun.

Droh Kaal was an important film for your career?

Thirty years of Droh Kaal ! It is worth celebrating. It continues to resonate with our times. It is one of the most powerful and evocative films committed to principles of life and character. Droh Kaal also continues to be one of the most original scripts ever written. There is another unique aspect to Droh Kaal .

And what is that?

Normally, it is South Indian films which are remade into Hindi. But in this case, it was the other way around: Kamal Haasanji had taken the rights of Droh Kaal and made a Tamil film Kuruthipunal. And that, too, was successful.

Droh Kaal was your first significant lead,...

Subhash K Jha, in another This Day That Year feature, he takes a look back at the fabulous satire of Shyam Benegal’s Well Done Abba, which released in 2009.

Drawn from the innermost recesses of its extraordinarily versatile, profound, and prolific creator’s mind, somewhat like the water that emerges from Boman Irani’s well at the end of this delicately-drawn satire on babu-giri and red-tapism, Well Done Abba is a little sparkling gem of a film.

Its humour, warmth and tenderness are not as easily obtainable as in Benegal’s previous comedy Welcome To Sajjanpur, which was far more readily and immediately engaging. Well Done Abba takes longer to settle and sink into our satiated sensibilities. Long parts of the film describing the Hyderabadi protagonist Armaan Ali’s (Boman Irani) close encounters with babu-giri and the bewildering maze of the bureaucracy (somewhat like Pankaj Kapoor in the serial Office Office...

Jodhaa Akbar Box Office Revisit ( Photo Credit – Facebook )

The Ashutosh Gowariker starrer historical film Jodhaa Akbar was one of the most critically acclaimed movies of 2008. The film starred Hrithik Roshan stepping into the shoes of Emperor Akbar while Aishwarya Rai Bachchan played his wife, Queen Jodhaabai. Let us revisit the box office performance of the movie as it completed 17 years recently on February 15, 2024.

Jodhaa Akbar Box Office Revisit

The Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan starrer had a steady foothold at the box office owing to a positive word of mouth. Apart from the performances and the chemistry of the main leads, the costumes, action sequences along with the soundtracks were also much appreciated by the masses. The film’s India net collection stood at 57 crores.

Jodhaa Akbar was mounted at a budget of reportedly 45 crores. With its lifetime India net collection of 57 crores, it had garnered an Roi (Return On Investment) of 12 crores.

After seeing the epic historic spectacle of Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, Subhash K Jha revisits Jodhaa-Akbar celebrating the brilliant film that starred Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai. As a special bonus, the director reveals some fascinating facts about the making of the film.

Jodhaa-Akbar is watchable as a splendidly spiced-up slice of history. Or just savour the chemistry between the warrior and the princess, with hundreds of junior artistes, elephants, rabbits, and parrots accompanying the couple’s journey. This historic moment that takes us beyond the dynasties of Mughal history couldn’t have been possible without Hrithik’s amazing capacity to infiltrate the portals of divinity through dance movements.

As we traverse the simply stunning spectacle of Ashutosh Gowariker’s historical epic, often wonder-eyed and open-mouthed, we end up looking at Akbar as interpreted by Hrithik rather than as what the Mughal legend might have been.

The body language of...

The second day of the Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest was bustling with bibliophiles and performing arts connoisseurs. The 15th edition of the festival had a vibrant line-up of artists, honouring and acknowledging their craft.in One such artist was the multifaceted singer, playwright, and actress Ila Arun, who unveiled her autobiography ‘Parde Ke Peechhey’ at Mumbai LitFest Lit. During the special event she chatted with Vidya Balan, Anjula Bedi and Gaurav Sharma and mesmerised everyone with her voice and excerpts from her book.

During the ‘Celebrating Women: The Shashi Baliga Memorial Session: My Medley,’ chaired by Rj and entertainer Gaurav Sharma, Ila Arun unveiled her new book, Parde Ke Peechhey, an autobiography co-written with Anjula Bedi. The book was launched with Ila Arun’s brother and India’s prominent adman Piyush Pandey, Anjula Bedi, actor Vidya Balan and Milee Aishwarya from Penguin Random House India.

The conversation during the book launch was humourous,...

Kriti Sanon, who has won hearts with her portrayal of an air hostess in the recently released movie ‘Crew’, on Sunday shared behind-the-scenes (BTS) glimpses of her character ‘Divya Rana’.

The female buddy comedy film revolves around three air hostesses, who take off on a thrilling journey in a bid to pull off a heist. The film stars Tabu and Kareena Kapoor Khan, alongside Kriti.

Taking to Instagram, Kriti, who enjoys a massive fanbase of 57.3 million followers, shared a string of BTS pictures, wearing the uniform of a flight attendant.

The first picture shows Kriti wearing a red and white air hostess outfit. The second snap shows her wearing the outfit of a pilot — white shirt and a blue tie. She is intensely reading a newspaper.

The movie shows Kriti’s character Divya trained to become a pilot but due to the lack of job openings she works as a flight attendant.

Rajesh Krishnan’s ‘Lootcase’ back in 2020 was an interesting yet underrated black comedy crime thriller. Coming from such a director, his latest outing ‘Crew’ looks like a turbulent flight right from take-off until it somehow lands on an uncharted runway. Krishnan’s ‘Crew’ is positioned as a heist comedy which probably must be created with a scribbled idea on a tissue paper while on a flight to meet the producers. Rope in three ladies (of different age groups) having troubled lives trying to make up by pulling off a heist in air.

While the one liner plot-line must have sounded interesting, the over zealous makers forgot to write the plot and directly took off filming ‘Crew’! The story (or the lack of it) is about three diligent female friends – Geeta Sethi (Tabu), Jasmine Rana (Kareena Kapoor Khan), Divya Bajwa (Kriti Sanon) – working as cabin crew for Kohinoor Airlines. The three...

Crew, a comedy heist film directed by Rajesh A. Krishnan, features an incredible cast that includes Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon. Set to hit theaters on March 29t, Crew promises to deliver laughter and entertainment!

Many fans took note of the song that played in the trailer and teaser of Crew, now we get a full listen because the track has come to life as the iconic ‘Choli’ song.

It is a very cool rendition of the iconic song 90s song Choli Ke Peeche, recreated with the vocals of Diljit Dosanjh. The track also features the vocal talents of IP Singh, Alka Yagnik & Ila Arun.

Featuring star Kareena Kapoor Khan, the song, which features choreography by Farah Khan, is a perfect addition to your Holi playlist. It indeed is an ultimate Holi jam!

‘Choli Ke Peeche’, is already a huge hit! The giving song has garnered over 10 million...

Song – Choli Ke Peeche

Movie – Crew

Music Recreated by – Akshay & IP

Singers – Diljit Dosanjh, IP Singh, Alka Yagnik & Ila Arun

Lyrics – IP Singh

Check out Choli Ke Peeche Song Lyrics from Crew starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Kriti Sanon

Ku Ku Ku…

Jogiya Ve Mainu Aitthon Door Lae Ja Tu

Seene Vich Dil Kare Dum Gutkoon

Mundraan Pua(Pavaa) Ke Naale Majjhiyaan Chara Ke

Mundraan Pua Ke Naale Majjhiyaan Chara Ke

Keeta Jeenaan Mushkil Tu Mera

Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai

Chunari Ke Niche Kya Hai

Dass Mainu Gall Kudiye Tu Kitthon Aayi Ajj

Jo Bhi Hai Choli Ke Peeche Mujhape Tu De Kharach

Dekhoon Chhup Chhup Ke Main Tujhey Bolun Sach Sach

Machne Lagi Tu Baby Too Much Too Much!

Dekhiyo Na Gir Jaaye Dil Hai Meri

Judna Ni Phir Haaye Dil Hai Mera

Dekhiyo Na Gir Jaaye

Dil Hai Meri Judna Ni Phir Haaye

Dil Hai Mera...

The highly anticipated film ‘Crew’ has revealed its second track, ‘Choli Ke Peeche’, on March 20. The song, featuring the powerhouse trio of Kareena Kapoor, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon, promises to be a visual and auditory delight for audiences.

With vocals by Ila Arun and Diljit Dosanjh, ‘Choli Ke Peeche’ is set against a vibrant party backdrop, adding to its energetic appeal. Kareena Kapoor Khan steals the spotlight, exuding glamour and grace as she dances in a captivating hot pink silk saree. Choreographed by the renowned Farah Khan, the song brings a nostalgic touch with its 90s classic vibe, complemented by Diljit Dosanjh’s rendition.

The unveiling of this song has heightened excitement for the film, which is scheduled for release on March 29. Directed by Rajesh Krishnan, ‘Crew’ boasts a stellar cast including Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, Diljit Dosanjh, and Kapil Sharma. Produced by Shobha Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor,...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has refuted the recent reports claiming his hospitalisation and angioplasty, labeling them as ‘fake’.

On March 15, it was reported that Big B had been admitted to Kokilaben Hospital, in Andheri, Mumbai, for an angioplasty.

“He underwent an angioplasty, but there is still no confirmation regarding his health update,” the sources had said.

However, a new video that is doing rounds on the social media, shows the ‘Don’ actor smiling and greeting the paparazzi, while he attended the final match of Indian Street Premier League (Ispl) between Majhi Mumbai and Tigers of Kolkata, in Mumbai.

Amitabh is wearing a white hoodie, and black trousers, and came to support his team ‘Majhi Mumbai’.

The visuals show the 81-year-old actor talking to the paps, saying, “I am all fit… fake news.”

Earlier, in an Instagram post, Amitabh shared a happy picture with his son Abhishek Bachchan and cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

Song Name: Ghagra

Original Composer, Singer, and Lyrics – Ila Arun

Music Recreated by – Bharg

Singers – Romy & Srushti Tawade

Lyrics – Juno & Srushti Tawade

Check out Ghagra Song Lyrics from Crew starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon

Arrey Dalhi Sahar Maa Re Maaro Ghaghro Che Gumyo

Oui Oui Sab Marr Gaye Re Maaro Ghaghro Che Gumyo

Door Hatja Re Hatja Re Chhora

Door Hatja Re Hatja

Dungi Main Thane Aisa Jhatka

Door Hatja Re Hatja

Chhori Roj Sajj Dhajj Ke Machaave

Chhori Manne Queen Lagti

Chhori Note Rajj Rajj Ke Udaave

Notaan Ki Machine Lagti

Roj Raat Ko Scene Banaave

Laali Powder Choomyo

Thaaro Ghaaghariyo

Dilli Sehar Mein Ghoomyo

Thaaro Ghaghariyo

Dilli Shehar Mein Ghoomyo

Thaaro Ghaghariyo

Dilli Sehar Mein Ghoomyo

Are Dilli Shehar Mein Mhaaro

Ghaaghro Jo Ghoomyo

Arrey Dalhi Sahar Maa Re Maaro Ghaghro Che Gumyo

Oui Oui Sab Marr Gaye Re Maaro Ghaghro Che Gumyo

Ho Gayi Baawli,...

Actress Madhuri Dixit Nene surprised the contestants of ‘Dance Deewane’ – Anjali and Sharvari – by treating them to laddoos, as they performed on her iconic track ‘Choli Ke Peeche’. Amid the dazzling array of acts in the new episode, Anjali and Sharvari owned the grand dance floor with their rendition of Madhuri’s song ‘Choli Ke Peeche’, which is sung by Alka Yagnik and Ila Arun.

The song is from the 1973 action crime film ‘Khal Nayak’, directed by Subhash Ghai, starring Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri and Jackie Shroff.

Judge Madhuri, who was dressed in a blue saree, gave them a standing ovation, and joined the dynamic duo on stage, adding her dance queen magic to the performance.

Impressed by their performance, she surprised the contestants by treating them to laddoos and reminiscing about her journey of dancing to the timeless song under the guidance of the late choreographer Saroj Khan.

Madhuri said:...

Iconic radio personality Ameen Sayani’s mortal remains were kept at the Famous Studios in Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi area to allow members of the film and music fraternity pay their last respects to the man who is celebrated as the golden voice of Indian radio.

Actor Dalip Tahil was one of the early arrivals at the prayer meet. He paid his respects to the departed soul and reminisced about Sayani while talking to his friends at the venue.

Ila Arun, who’s appearing in the streaming show ‘Aarya’ released recently, too, was seen at Famous Studios. The actress and Rajasthani folk-pop singer briefly interacted with those present at the venue.

Veteran playback singer Nitin Mukesh, father of actor Neil Nitin Mukesh also came for a last sight of the late radio star, who brought film music to people’s homes from 1952 to 1994 with the superhit programme ‘Binaca Geetmala’, which he...

Veteran actress Ila Arun believes every woman in India possesses a courageous soul akin to Aarya’s.

The actress is currently seen as Nalini in the crime thriller drama ‘Aarya: Antim Vaar’.

The show is headlined by actress Sushmita Sen, who plays the titular character of Aarya Sareen.

Ila said: “Aarya in the show has the power to combat every struggle, and I have learned that from Aarya. It gave me strength on how to be strong for my daughter and be energetic. When it’s the question of maintaining a family, every woman in India is an Aarya.”

“If some injustice is happening with her family, she’ll come to the roads and fight; if her house breaks, she tries to build it up,” said Ila.

Ila further said that Aarya will remain in her heart always.

“I wish to work with Ram Madhvani, his unit, and Sushmita again and again,...

“Kuch Khatta Ho Jaaye”: Sumit Kadel’s Twitter review of Guru Randhawa’s debut film “Kuch Khatta Ho Jaaye” exudes surprise and delight. Initially cautious with his expectations, Kadel found himself pleasantly surprised by the light-hearted and entertaining storyline of the movie. Despite entering the theater with minimal expectations, he left with a smile, indicating the film’s ability to surpass his initial doubts.

Central to Kadel’s praise is Guru Randhawa’s transition from singer to actor. He commends Randhawa’s seamless portrayal in the comedy genre, noting the difficulty of eliciting laughter from audiences, which Randhawa achieves effortlessly.

#KuchKhattaaHoJaay pleasantly surprised me with its light-hearted and entertaining storyline. Initially walking into the theater with minimal expectations, I left with a smile on my face.

It was a delight to see #GuruRandhawa make his debut as an actor and excel in the comedy… pic.twitter.com/6qLiiDBF2Z

— Sumit Kadel (@SumitkadeI) February 16, 2024

Moreover,...

Popular singer Guru Randhawa, who has belted out numbers such as ‘Lahore’, ‘Ishare Tere and ‘Suit’, has now ventured into acting, and has stated he is happy to be “starting from zero”.

Randhawa is making his acting debut with the rom-com ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’, alongside Saiee M. Manjrekar.

The hitmaker made his singing debut in 2012 with ‘Same Girl’ in collaboration with the British-Sri Lankan singer and actor Arjun. He is also well-known for another international collaboration for the track ‘Slowly Slowly’ featuring the American rapper Pitbull.

Talking about his new career choice, Guru told Ians: “I am starting from zero here. I am a newcomer. When we see Taylor Swift doing acting, we proudly see her and support her. When we watch Selena Gomez, Jennfir Lopez in India, we say ‘oh wow, what a talent they have’. We say ‘she is an actor, singer and performer’.”

Continuing with this thought,...

Mumbai, Feb 12 (Ians) Senior actor Anupam Kher has shared insight into his experience working with Saiee M. Manjrekar in the movie ‘Kuch Khatta Ho Jaay’, shedding light on the positive and vibrant energy she brought to the set.

Anupam said: “Whether you play dumb charades with her, whether you play word building with her, she’s always smiling. She has great energy and she’s a positive person.”

The film, starring Guru Randhawa and Saiee, promises to be a heartwarming family entertainer with a touch of drama. The movie is a rom-com, and is set in Agra. The story revolves around two lovers and their crazy families.

It also stars Ila Arun and the Telugu comedy legend Brahmanandam. Produced by Mach Films and Amit Bhatia, it will hit theatres on February 16.

–Ians

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The makers of ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ have dropped another track ‘Jeena Sikhaya’ from the film and its actress Saiee Manjrekar says what she loves about the track the most is that it is high on emotions.

Talking about the song, Saiee said: “Jeena Sikhaya is personally my favorite from the album. It is such a soulful and soothing song, and also very beautifully sung.”

“What I love about it the most is that, it is high on emotions. I hope people love Jeena Sikhaya too.”

Saiee and Guru Randhawa-starrer ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’, is set in Agra the rom-com is about a modern-day couple Iraa Mishra (Saiee) and Heer Chawla (Guru) and their crazy families who will leave the audience laughing out loud. The family entertainer’s music album is quite a stellar one.

‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ marks Guru Randhawa’s acting debut. Along with Saiee M.

The much-awaited trailer for singer Guru Randhawa’s acting debut, ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay,’ is finally here, stirring up excitement among fans. Set to hit theaters on February 16, 2024, this romantic comedy promises to be a delightful family entertainer.

In his maiden acting venture, Guru Randhawa steps into the world of cinema with ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay,’ adding a new dimension to his versatile career. Set against the charming backdrop of Agra, the film also stars Saiee M. Manjrekar, along with seasoned actors Anupam Kher and Ila Arun in pivotal roles.

Directed by G Ashok and produced by Amit Bhatia and Laveena Bhatia, ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ offers a perfect blend of romance, comedy, and heartwarming moments. With Guru Randhawa’s charisma and the talented ensemble cast, audiences can expect a cinematic experience filled with laughter, love, and memorable moments.

As the trailer drops, anticipation mounts for the film’s release,...

The makers of the upcoming film ‘Political War’, which The trailer of the upcoming Saiee M Manjrekar and Guru Randhawa-starrer ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ was unveiled on Wednesday.The trailer shows two young lovers getting married, but they’re met with the craziness after their union. The drama escalates when a mistaken pregnancy becomes a norm of their life. But, turns out it was a hoax.

The film is a rom-com, and is set in Agra. The story revolves around two lovers and their crazy families.

Talking about the film, Guru said, “We all have done our bit in the film, this movie has all superstars, but you guys have to make the film a mega superstar. The film is about a common man, their life, so we want you all to see the movie and support it”.

Saiee said, “This crew has been the kindest, sweetest and the...

Known for his work in TV shows like ‘Guddan-Tumse Na Ho Paayega’, ‘Sasural Simar Ka’, actor Abhinandan Jindal, who is set to make his film debut with ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’, has opened up on working alongside Anupam Kher, Guru Randhawa and Ila Arun.

Talking about working with the ensemble cast, Abhinandan shared: “Working alongside great and seasoned actors naturally creates a serious environment on the set, and that is a cherished aspect I carry with me. Sharing screen with Anupam ji has been an amazing experience. It was feeling like an achievement of a lifetime. His depth as an actor is like an ocean, and witnessing his realistic performances is truly fantastic.”

“Working with such stars is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I hope to collaborate with him more in the future. Guru Randhawa is incredibly humble and down-to-earth. Our strong bond on set was further strengthened by our shared Punjabi roots,...

Mumbai, Feb 4 (Ians) Actors Ishitta Arun, Milind Gunaji, singer Vaishali Samant and composer Avadhoot Gupte had a reunion, where they recreated their 90s iconic number ‘Aika Dajiba’ after two decades.

Ishitta, who featured in the music video of the track sung by Vaishali Samant and composed by Avadhoot Gupte, took to Instagram, where she shared a video. In the clip, Ishita, Milind, Vaishali and Avdhoot recreated several moments from the number.

She captioned the clip: “I can’t believe it’s been 21 years since we all met & that I still remember the moves That’s the love for Dajiba! What fun became meeting the #Og #Dajiba @milindgunaji & music director @avadhoot_gupte after 21 years ! Always a blast hanging with @vaishalisamant the voice behind this epic song. Missed @boscomartis @caesar2373 sar2373 @sagarika_music terribly!”

The Marathi track was originally released in 2002. The peppy number has many remakes on the Internet. The track...

Mumbai, Feb 4 (Ians) Guru Randhawa and Saiee M. Manjrekar’s song ‘Ishare Tere’ from the film ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ has been unveiled. The singer-actor says that with the track, the playlist just got “groovier.”

The official song launch extravaganza unfolded at an university in Chandigarh, marking a night of fan interaction and electrifying performances.

Guru wrote on Instagram: “Your playlist just got a whole lot groovier with #IshareTere! Hit play and dance away.. #IshareTere song out now! #KuchKhattaaHoJaay in cinemas on 16th February, 2024.”

The dynamic duo’s chemistry has fans buzzing with excitement as ‘Ishare Tere’ injects the film with a perfect blend of groove and romance with pumping beats and catchy lyrics that define this chart-topping party track.

“Our groovy party number #IshareTerefrom #Kkhj is officially out on all platforms! Press play and let the music take over! #KuchKhattaaHoJaay in cinemas on 16th February, 2024,” Saiee wrote.

The grand...

Amitabh Bachchan’s Film With Subhash Ghai Was Shelved After A Showdown & Then Boney Kapoor Pitched Ram Lakhan (Picture Credit: IMDb)

Old-age Bollywood is an era where a lot happened and was never revealed. Most of the stories were slid under covers, and many of them were shared and remembered in memories but weren’t published ever. One such story happened on one of the elaborate sets of Subhash Ghai’s film that starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead.

The angry young man was the muse for the showman of the industry, and they were working on a film titled Devaa. The shoot began in 1987. The film also starred Raaj Kumar, Meenakshi Sheshadri, Shammi Kapoor, and Ila Arun, and the music was given by Laxmikant Pyarelal. However, the film was eventually shelved. Guess why? Because of Big B, cheating Ghai and their regular ego-clashes.

A report in IMDb trivia quoted...

What To Watch In February 2024: 22 Films, 9 Web-Shows! (Picture Credit: IMDb/Instagram)

All you cinephiles, listen carefully because ‘What to Watch in February 2024’ has arrived with varied structures of films and shows at your disposal. From Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon‘s AI-Sci-fi love story in Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya to Mammootty‘s spine-chilling horror flick in Bramayugam, there’s at least one movie for everyone of you in this month (there are 22 of them).

Even as far as the web shows are concerned, out of the nine assorted ones, you’ll get Childish Gambino attempting to thrill you in the spy-comedy Mr. & Mrs. Smith; you’ll have Sushmita Sen finishing things off with Aarya Antim War (season 3).

You’ll also see Michael Dante Dimartino and Bryan Konietzko’s vision getting a live-action treatment in Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender. Let’s check out the list of...

The teaser of the upcoming film ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ was unveiled on Tuesday. The film stars Guru Randhawa and Saiee M Manjrekar in lead roles and follows the quirky love story of characters played by the lead pair.

The film is set in Agra, and is filled with some interesting twists and turns and crazy families, the teaser promises an immensely fun ride that will crack the audience up. It also stars veteran actors Anupam Kher and Ila Arun.

The film, which marks Guru’s acting debut, also features the track ‘Bottley Kholo’.

Talking about the track, Guru had earlier shared: “Being a part of ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ has been special since day one. ‘Bottley Kholo’ is a sneak peek into the amazing moments we’ve shared on the sets. Working with Meet Bros on this song and alongside such talented actors has made this journey truly special for me.

The creator of ‘Aarya: Antim Vaar’, Ram Madhvani has shared his driving force behind the remarkable journey of the Sushmita Sen-starrer thriller series ‘Aarya’, saying that it’s only through moulding the clay that one truly understands filmmaking.

In sharing his aspirations for ‘Aarya’, Ram said: “Firstly, we’re grateful to have produced three seasons. Namit Das, our actor portraying Jawahar in season one, was told by his father, ‘Ye, karne ki vidya hai.’ So, gaining experience, practice, and wisdom only comes through doing.”

The ‘Neerja’ director shared: “It’s only through moulding the clay that you truly understand filmmaking. What’s great is that I’ve practiced filmmaking in my voice, the life I wanted and chose at age 16. It’s a significant achievement that we’re out there and reaching people.”

“I aspire to reach millions. The remarkable thing about Aarya is that it has reached and touched people.

Guru Randhawa’s Acting Venture: Singer-turned-actor Guru Randhawa has set the stage for his foray into acting with the release of the teaser for his debut film, “Kuch Khatte Ho Jaay.” The rom-com is scheduled to hit cinemas on February 16, 2024, marking a significant moment in Randhawa’s career transition.

A Family Entertainer Set in Agra

The film, touted as a family entertainer, unfolds against the picturesque backdrop of Agra. Besides Guru Randhawa in the lead role, the cast includes Saiee Manjrekar, Anupam Kher, and Ila Arun in pivotal roles. The teaser offers a glimpse into the film’s lighthearted narrative, promising a delightful cinematic experience.

Singer Guru Randhawa’S Acting Debut: ‘Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay’ Teaser Is Here… 16 Feb Release… Singer #GuruRandhawa unveils the teaser of his acting debut, titled #KuchKhattaaHoJaay… The rom-com arrives in *cinemas* on 16 Feb 2024.

The family entertainer – set in #Agra – also… pic.twitter.com/9xGFGtjb7r...

Actress Aarushi Bajaj, who is all geared up for ‘Aarya Antim Vaar’, revealed that the her co-stars of the show – Sushmita Sen, Viren Vazirani and Pratyaksh Panwar – all teared up when they shared the final hug in the climax scene.

Aarushi plays Aru in ‘Aarya’, which is headlined by Sushmita, who plays the titular character Aarya Sareen. Arundhati (Aru) is the second child of Aarya (Sushmita) and Tej Sareen (Chandrachur Singh).

Talking about the thriller series, she said: “In one of the confrontational scenes between Aru and Dhruv, I wanted to do something spontaneous to vent Aru’s anger. So, I asked Ram Madhvani sir if I could throw something at my co-actor in anger. He very agreeably walked with me into Aru’s room and suggested what things I could probably throw.”

“My co-actor was completely unaware of this and was shocked when I did it in the scene.

Veteran actress Ila Arun, who is all geared up for ‘Aarya Antim Vaar’, shared that she has never played such a role where you represent a class, a royalty, but somewhere you are shattered and broken.

The show stars Sushmita Sen in the titular role of Aarya Sareen.

When you’re part of a fantastic show with a great director, it’s like discovering a whole new side of yourself. The collaboration between a story and a visionary director creates this space for exploration, letting you tap into aspects of your talent you might not have realised were there.

Ila, who plays the character of Nalini said: “Aarya’s Antim Vaar will be a highlight of any woman’s journey. For me, shooting with Ram Madhvani was a very exclusive experience because it gave me a chance to explore my inner self, my strength, my dignity, my ambitions, my prejudices,...

Kya shikar karne wali sherni shikar ban sakti hai? Our roaring sherni, Aarya Sareen is ready to unleash her fury, with her claws all out for what could be her aakhri vaar! Disney+ Hotstar today dropped the trailer of the critically acclaimed franchise – Aarya for Season 3. All this time, it was Aarya against the world for her family but what happens when all odds are against our sherni? Get ready to witness Aarya in all her glory with guns blazing in Aarya Antim Vaar releasing on 9th February 2024 exclusively only on Disney+ Hotstar.

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The International Emmy nominated series Aarya returns for her deadliest move ever with Aarya Antim Vaar, which will decide the fate of Aarya Sareen. Created and co-directed by the ace filmmaker Ram Madhvani and co-produced by Amita Madhavni, Ram Madhvani, Ram Madhvani Films and Endemol Shine India,...

Yeh sherni ghayal ho sakti hai par iske panje aaj bhi utne hi tez hai! Aarya, the fearless Sherni, prepares herself for the antim vaar (final attack) as Disney+ Hotstar announces the much anticipated Aarya Antim Vaar. In the previous episodes, we saw the rise of the ferocious Aarya Sareen, going to extreme lengths to protect her family but it’s time to take it a step further. Get ready for Aarya’s antim vaar as she fronts the threats of business and family all at once one last time and heads for the ultimate showdown!

Creator, Co-producer and Co-Director of Aarya, Ram Madhvani said, “Aarya is more than a project; it’s a heartfelt journey that holds a special place in my career. Creating and co-directing this series has been incredibly rewarding, pushing creative boundaries and storytelling depths. Season 3 is a testament to our team’s dedication.”

“As we unveil the next chapter,...

Veteran actress and folk pop singer Ila Arun, who has a career span of 44 years in the industry, has shared her success mantra, and it is Lord Krishna’s shloka “Karm karo, fal ki chinta mat karo”.

Ila was recently seen as Nalini in the crime thriller drama ‘Aarya’ season three.

The series features actress Sushmita Sen in the titular character of Aarya Sareen.

Speaking to Ians, Ila talked about her career, and her bond with Sushmita.

Ila is known for her work in projects like ‘Ardh Satya’, ‘China Gate’, ‘Ghatak’, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’, among many others.

Talking about her work mantra, Ila told Ians: “I follow Krishna’s mantra ‘Karm karo, fal ki chinta mat karo’. That’s what gives you energy. Don’t be desperate and don’t take bad projects.”

“In my entire journey till date I have got one-two wrong movies also, which had messed up producers and directors.

Veteran actress and folk pop singer Ila Arun, who has a career span of 44 years in the industry, has shared her success mantra, and it is Lord Krishna’s shloka “Karm karo, fal ki chinta mat karo”.

Ila was recently seen as Nalini in the crime thriller drama ‘Aarya’ season three.

The series features actress Sushmita Sen in the titular character of Aarya Sareen.

Speaking to Ians, Ila talked about her career, and her bond with Sushmita.

Ila is known for her work in projects like ‘Ardh Satya’, ‘China Gate’, ‘Ghatak’, ‘Thugs of Hindostan’, among many others.

Talking about her work mantra, Ila told Ians: “I follow Krishna’s mantra ‘Karm karo, fal ki chinta mat karo’. That’s what gives you energy. Don’t be desperate and don’t take bad projects.”

“In my entire journey till date I have got one-two wrong movies also, which had messed up producers and directors.

Veteran actress Ila Arun, who is seen as Nalini in the crime thriller drama ‘Aarya’ season three, discussed her initial scepticism towards workshops, as she shed light on the nuanced dynamics that unfolded in the new season.

Providing insights into her character preparation,Ilasaid: “When the prospect of ‘Aarya 3’ came up, I was elated. My personal connection with the excellent director Ram Madhvani heightened my excitement. Given the success of ‘Aarya 2’, I was intrigued about where he would position me.”

“Ram wanted me to do workshops, and my initial thought was, ‘Why do I have to do workshops? I already have a good theatre background’. However, these workshops proved vital, including sessions with Sushmita to understand our body language and temperament,” said the ‘Jodhaa Akbar’ fame actress.

She further shared: “My character, Nalini, hails from Rajasthan. Despite people associating Rajasthan with my typical persona, in ‘Aarya 3’, Nalini differs significantly from me.

Veteran actress Ila Arun, who is seen as Nalini in the crime thriller drama ‘Aarya’ season three, discussed her initial scepticism towards workshops, as she shed light on the nuanced dynamics that unfolded in the new season.

Providing insights into her character preparation,Ilasaid: “When the prospect of ‘Aarya 3’ came up, I was elated. My personal connection with the excellent director Ram Madhvani heightened my excitement. Given the success of ‘Aarya 2’, I was intrigued about where he would position me.”

“Ram wanted me to do workshops, and my initial thought was, ‘Why do I have to do workshops? I already have a good theatre background’. However, these workshops proved vital, including sessions with Sushmita to understand our body language and temperament,” said the ‘Jodhaa Akbar’ fame actress.

She further shared: “My character, Nalini, hails from Rajasthan. Despite people associating Rajasthan with my typical persona, in ‘Aarya 3’, Nalini differs significantly from me.

Aarya is a crime-thriller drama based on the Dutch drama series ‘Penoza‘. Sushmita Sen plays Aarya Sareen, an independent woman who seeks to protect her family and becomes a mafia gang to take revenge for her husband’s murder. Earlier, the show has been nominated for International Emmy Awards for best Drama series.

Having said so, the first thing that comes to my mind is about the producers / platform’s release strategy. They seem to be caught between being periodic or one-timer. I mean, most of the (Indian) web series that we see are released in one go (called a season). Fair enough, for, if the audience likes the content, they binge watch and feel satisfied. On the other hand there are these TV shows that release episodes on a daily/weekly basis. Similarly, we have seen quite a few international web series content release their episodes on a weekly basis.

Aarya is a crime-thriller drama based on the Dutch drama series ‘Penoza‘. Sushmita Sen plays Aarya Sareen, an independent woman who seeks to protect her family and becomes a mafia gang to take revenge for her husband’s murder. Earlier, the show has been nominated for International Emmy Awards for best Drama series.

Having said so, the first thing that comes to my mind is about the producers / platform’s release strategy. They seem to be caught between being periodic or one-timer. I mean, most of the (Indian) web series that we see are released in one go (called a season). Fair enough, for, if the audience likes the content, they binge watch and feel satisfied. On the other hand there are these TV shows that release episodes on a daily/weekly basis. Similarly, we have seen quite a few international web series content release their episodes on a weekly basis.

Actress Sushmita Sen, who is currently awaiting the release of the third season of her superhit streaming show ‘Aarya’, has said that the newly introduced character of Nalini, essayed by Ila Arun, is the perfect counterpart to the titular character of Aarya.

In Season 3 of ‘Aarya’, we see Nalini go head to head against Aarya and change the game altogether.

Talking about her experience working with Ila, Sushmita said: “Working with Ila Arun in the upcoming season of ‘Aarya’ has been an amazing experience for me. She possesses a rare blend of talent and fierceness that not only adds depth to her character but also elevates the entire series to a new level of intensity. Ila ji is an exceptional actress, and her portrayal of Nalini is nothing short of outstanding.”

“As Aarya, I’ve encountered various challenges on screen, but facing off against Ila ji’s character is on a different level.

Actress Sushmita Sen, who is currently awaiting the release of the third season of her superhit streaming show ‘Aarya’, has said that the newly introduced character of Nalini, essayed by Ila Arun, is the perfect counterpart to the titular character of Aarya.

In Season 3 of ‘Aarya’, we see Nalini go head to head against Aarya and change the game altogether.

Talking about her experience working with Ila, Sushmita said: “Working with Ila Arun in the upcoming season of ‘Aarya’ has been an amazing experience for me. She possesses a rare blend of talent and fierceness that not only adds depth to her character but also elevates the entire series to a new level of intensity. Ila ji is an exceptional actress, and her portrayal of Nalini is nothing short of outstanding.”

“As Aarya, I’ve encountered various challenges on screen, but facing off against Ila ji’s character is on a different level.

The first week of November is a visual delight for the audience, as the digital platforms are offering a myriad of exciting titles, which will leave the viewers ecstatic. From the extended version of Shah Rukh Khan starrer ‘Jawan’, to Sushmita Sen’s ‘Aarya 3’, to the Indian reboot of the fun-filled nostalgic game ‘Takeshi’s Castle’, here is a list of six titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

‘Jawan’:

Shah Rukh Khan-starrer action packed pan-India film ‘Jawan’ will be streaming now with its extended version. The movie has enthralled audiences across the globe with its gripping plot, brilliantly choreographed action sequences, “masaledaar” (hard-hitting) dialogues and enticing acting prowess.

The flick stars Srk in a dual role, alongside Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone (billed as a special appearance), Priyamani and Sanya Malhotra. It is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation, directed by Atlee, Produced...

The first week of November is a visual delight for the audience, as the digital platforms are offering a myriad of exciting titles, which will leave the viewers ecstatic. From the extended version of Shah Rukh Khan starrer ‘Jawan’, to Sushmita Sen’s ‘Aarya 3’, to the Indian reboot of the fun-filled nostalgic game ‘Takeshi’s Castle’, here is a list of six titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week.

‘Jawan’:

Shah Rukh Khan-starrer action packed pan-India film ‘Jawan’ will be streaming now with its extended version. The movie has enthralled audiences across the globe with its gripping plot, brilliantly choreographed action sequences, “masaledaar” (hard-hitting) dialogues and enticing acting prowess.

The flick stars Srk in a dual role, alongside Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone (billed as a special appearance), Priyamani and Sanya Malhotra. It is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation, directed by Atlee, Produced...

Actress Maya Sarao has opened up about getting to know her character in thriller drama ‘Aarya 3’, and drawing parallels between Maya as a human, and as a character.

Maya Sarao, plays the role of Maya Bishnoi in the show, starring Sushmita Sen in the lead. She is the best friend of Aarya (Sushmita) and Hina Khan (played by Sugandha Garg).

Talking about her role, Maya said: “I loved her no-nonsense attitude, and I could relate to how, despite that, she often found herself in tough situations. I tried not to ‘approach’ this role deliberately because real life doesn’t work that way.”

“We can be strong, but life throws unexpected challenges at us. In Maya’s case, it’s like going off the deep end. So, I aimed to be on the same journey and not have everything figured out beforehand,” she shared.

The actress said she attempted to imagine...

Actress Maya Sarao has opened up about getting to know her character in thriller drama ‘Aarya 3’, and drawing parallels between Maya as a human, and as a character.

Maya Sarao, plays the role of Maya Bishnoi in the show, starring Sushmita Sen in the lead. She is the best friend of Aarya (Sushmita) and Hina Khan (played by Sugandha Garg).

Talking about her role, Maya said: “I loved her no-nonsense attitude, and I could relate to how, despite that, she often found herself in tough situations. I tried not to ‘approach’ this role deliberately because real life doesn’t work that way.”

“We can be strong, but life throws unexpected challenges at us. In Maya’s case, it’s like going off the deep end. So, I aimed to be on the same journey and not have everything figured out beforehand,” she shared.

The actress said she attempted to imagine...

Actor Viren Vazirani, who plays the role of Veer in the thriller drama ‘Aarya 3’, has opened up about his profound connection with his on-screen persona, revealing that he relates to the character so intimately that it’s almost as if he’s portraying himself.

The show is headlined by actress Sushmita Sen, who plays the titular character of Aarya Sareen.

Viren plays Veer Sareen, son of Aarya and Tej (played by Chandrachur Singh).

Talking about the same, Viren said: “I started the journey of Veer in 2019, and at that time when I auditioned, it was written a bit edgy. So, I had auditioned for it that way. But when I got locked for it and read the script, the character was completely different.”

Viren shared: “It was as if I was reading myself in it. Ram Madhvani sir had revealed in an interview that he changed the entire character for...

Actor Viren Vazirani, who plays the role of Veer in the thriller drama ‘Aarya 3’, has opened up about his profound connection with his on-screen persona, revealing that he relates to the character so intimately that it’s almost as if he’s portraying himself.

The show is headlined by actress Sushmita Sen, who plays the titular character of Aarya Sareen.

Viren plays Veer Sareen, son of Aarya and Tej (played by Chandrachur Singh).

Talking about the same, Viren said: “I started the journey of Veer in 2019, and at that time when I auditioned, it was written a bit edgy. So, I had auditioned for it that way. But when I got locked for it and read the script, the character was completely different.”

Viren shared: “It was as if I was reading myself in it. Ram Madhvani sir had revealed in an interview that he changed the entire character for...

Actress Sushmita Sen, who had suffered a heart attack during the filming of the third season of her hit streaming show ‘Aarya’, elaborated on how the environment and set-up on shoot helped her ease into the process.

‘Aarya’ is synonymouswith strength, someone who can command a storm and be one too. However, Sushmita Sen, who plays this character is no less fierce. After a deadly health scare, Sushmita jumped right back into the shoes of Aarya Sareen.

Opening up about returning to the sets of the show, Sushmita said: “I was itching to get back to work and I believe the longer you sit and ponder about a situation, you give it the chance to engulf you. The only way to move past any life challenge is to keep forging ahead and all I needed was the green light from my doctor to proceed.”

“Earlier on, I didn’t think...

Actress Sushmita Sen, who had suffered a heart attack during the filming of the third season of her hit streaming show ‘Aarya’, elaborated on how the environment and set-up on shoot helped her ease into the process.

‘Aarya’ is synonymouswith strength, someone who can command a storm and be one too. However, Sushmita Sen, who plays this character is no less fierce. After a deadly health scare, Sushmita jumped right back into the shoes of Aarya Sareen.

Opening up about returning to the sets of the show, Sushmita said: “I was itching to get back to work and I believe the longer you sit and ponder about a situation, you give it the chance to engulf you. The only way to move past any life challenge is to keep forging ahead and all I needed was the green light from my doctor to proceed.”

“Earlier on, I didn’t think...

The creator of thriller drama ‘Aarya’ season 3, Ram Madhvani, has shared his cherished experience working with Sushmita Sen, highlighting her unique presence and lasting impact both on and off the set.

Talking about his experience of working with Sushmita, Ramshared: “Getting to know and working with Sushmita has been one of my most cherished memories in life. Her star power, energy, and the kind of human being she is are fascinating.”

“She is incredibly gracious and warm not only with the team but also with people outside the set, like the chef or the service staff at a restaurant. She has a unique presence that shifts the energy in a room when she enters,” he said.

The filmmaker further said: “There may be 200 people in a room, but you can tell when Sushmita Sen walks in. I’ve learned a lot from her about human qualities and how to leave...