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In an unprecedented move, the makers of ‘The Buckingham Murders’ have released a poignant song, “Yaad Reh Jaati Hai,” after the film’s debut. This release taps into the nostalgia of the original song from Kareena Kapoor Khan’s ‘Bewafa’, which made waves back in 2005, and the melodious recreation in ‘The Buckingham Murders’ is now resonating beautifully with audiences. Its emotional depth makes it a perfect fit for a film like this.

The makers of the film revealed the song, titled “Yaad Reh Jaati Hai” on their official social media handle.

Typically, promotional songs are released prior to a film’s launch to give an edge to the film’s momentum. However, the team behind ‘The Buckingham Murders’ chose a different approach, believing in the high quality of the film’s content and recognizing it as a slow-burn narrative that thrives on word-of-mouth buzz. The decision to release it later...

Kareena is blissfully unaware of her power as an actor. In Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders she plays Jaspreet Bhamra a police detective grieving for her little son who dies in freak shooting.

Not that she is not aware of her own power. Oh no! KKK knows exactly what she is worth in the market. And she charges what she thinks she deserves: not a penny more not a penny less. But Kareena Kapoor Khan values the wrong aspects of her brilliance. It’s like paying attention to the topfloor restaurant in the Eiffel Tower rather than the monument itself, just because it is economically viable.

Kareena’s is not the usual Bollywood-walla sar-patak-patak-ke grieving woman. She is a woman who is numbed by grief. She won’t give the men around her the pleasure to gloat over her misery.

It is a pleasure to watch Kareena exude so...

We have a glimpse into the mystery of Kareena Kapoor Khan’s new film The Buckingham Murders. The film, directed by the great Hansal Mehta, set for a release on September 13th, also stars Ash Tandon, Ranveer Brar, and Keith Allen.

The film tells the story of Jasmeet ‘Jass’ Bhamra, a single mother and a stellar cop, who is left wrecked after witnessing the murder of her only son. In deep grief and unable to cope with the loss, Jass tries to piece her life back together and gets herself posted to a different town. Just when she begins to make peace with her past, the town is jolted by the mysterious murder of a local teenage boy, the son of Indian immigrants. That the finger of suspicion is on another Pakistani boy causes rift between the communities that have historically witnessed bloodshed. Unhealed wounds fester again as Bhamra tries...

The excitement surrounding ‘The Buckingham Murders’ continues to build with the release of its posters and the teaser that gives fans a glimpse into the film’s intense narrative. While this made the film collect immense positive reviews, now the buzz is about the title reveal of the first song, ‘Sada Pyaar Tut Gaya’. While specifics about the track are still under wraps, its unveiling has already generated significant buzz among fans.

The recently unveiled teaser for ‘The Buckingham Murders’ gave fans a glimpse into the film’s intense narrative. It begins with a chilling scene involving the murder of a young child from an Indian family in a park, which ignites widespread protests and outrage. This sets the stage for Kareena Kapoor Khan’s character, a dedicated detective who delves into the case, seeking to unravel the truth behind the disturbing crime.

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s involvement in ‘The...

The anticipation for The Buckingham Murders has indeed soared with the release of its new teaser. The teaser for the suspense thriller, directed by Hansal Mehta and starring Kareena Kapoor, promises a gripping narrative that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Kareena takes on the role of a detective and grieving mother, who, after the tragic loss of her own child, is tasked with investigating the murder of a 10-year-old in Buckinghamshire.

The teaser effectively captures the film’s tense and mysterious atmosphere. It showcases Kareena’s character grappling with her emotions while navigating a town where everyone appears suspicious. Her internal struggle and the weight of her past losses add depth to the suspense, making it clear that this investigation is as much about solving the murder as it is about confronting her personal demons.

Written by Aseem Arrora, Kashyap Kapoor, and Raghav Raj Kakker, The Buckingham Murders...

We have the much-awaited trailer of the upcoming action-packed drama, Vedaa, directed by Nikkhil Advani and you don’t want to miss this!

Starring John Abraham and Sharvari in lead roles, Vedaa is a story of bravery, of the power of one. It is the story of an uprising, of challenging a draconian system. It is the story of a young woman who fought back, steered and championed by the one man she believed was her saviour, who became her weapon. It is the story of a man who found himself in helping Vedaa find justice.

John Abraham, known for his powerful and action-packed roles, is set to deliver another stellar performance. He shares, “I am excited to be part of a film like Vedaa. It’s a story that will resonate with audiences and inspire them to stand up for what is right.”

Advani, whose tenth directorial feature film this is,...

After the successes of ‘Veere Di Wedding’ and ‘Crew’, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Ektaa R Kapoor are reuniting for Hansal Mehta’s highly anticipated ‘The Buckingham Murders.’ This time, they venture into the realm of murder mystery, a departure from their previous comedy dramas. Notably, the film marks Kareena Kapoor Khan’s debut as a co-producer. ‘The Buckingham Murders’ is set to release in cinemas on 13th September 2024.

The film has already generated buzz with the release of its gripping poster, which offers a sneak peek into its intense, thrilling narrative. It began making headlines early by screening at the BFI London Film Festival 2023 and opening the Jio Mami Film Festival 2023. The story promises to be a riveting whodunit, unraveling a hidden murder and the complex web of agendas and relationships surrounding it.

The announcement was made on social media, where the makers shared the poster and wrote:

“We’re...

John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani’s much-anticipated film, ‘Vedaa,’ is set for a theatrical release on 15th August, Independence Day. This collaboration marks the third time the duo has teamed up, following the successful releases of ‘Batla House’ and ‘Satyameva Jayate,’ both of which also premiered on previous Independence Days.

‘Vedaa’ promises to be another blockbuster from the powerhouse team of John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Directed by Nikkhil Advani, the film boasts a stellar cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, Tamannaah Bhatia.

John Abraham’s social media post gives a hint about the film’s theme. He captioned the poster with: “This Independence Day, woh aa rahe hain… Insaaf ki jung ladne! #Vedaa releasing in cinemas on 15th August. This suggests a storyline centered around justice and an intense battle, likely filled with action and drama.

Co-producer Minnakshi Das and screenplay writer Aseem Arrora add to the film’s strong production lineup,...

After the successful releases of “Batla House” and “Satyameva Jayate” on Independence Day, John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani are set to continue their tradition. Their upcoming film, “Vedaa,” will hit theaters on Thursday, August 15, 2024.

Third Collaboration

“Vedaa” marks the third Independence Day release for John Abraham and Nikkhil Advani. Zee Studios, known for last year’s Independence Day release of “Gadar 2,” is also on board as a producer.

John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios: ‘Vedaa’ Arrives On 15 Aug *Independence Day*… After releasing #BatlaHouse and #SatyamevaJayate on #IndependenceDay, #NikkhilAdvani and #JohnAbraham will now release #Vedaa on [Thu] 15 Aug 2024 #IndependenceDay.#Vedaa is the third… pic.twitter.com/hO3sD4TFH7

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Directed by Nikkhil Advani, “Vedaa” features an impressive cast including John Abraham, Sharvari, Abhishek Banerjee, and Tamannaah Bhatia. The film promises to be a major draw for audiences.

Production Team

“Vedaa” is produced by Zee Studios,...

Bollywood powerhouse John Abraham and acclaimed director Nikkhil Advani are set to mesmerize audiences once again with their latest collaboration, ‘Vedaa.’ This marks their reunion after the success of ‘Batla House,’ promising another gripping cinematic experience.

Theatrical Release Announcement:

‘Vedaa,’ an action-packed drama, is slated for a theatrical release on July 12, 2024. Fans can anticipate a thrilling ride as the film hits the big screen.

First Look Poster Revealed:

With the release date announcement comes the unveiling of the first look poster, giving audiences a glimpse into the intense world of ‘Vedaa.’ The poster sets the tone for what promises to be an adrenaline-fueled adventure.

John Abraham – Nikkhil Advani – Zee Studios Collaborate For ‘Vedaa’: First Look Poster + Release Date Announcement… #JohnAbraham and director #NikkhilAdvani reunite after #BatlaHouse… #Vedaa – an action-drama starring #JohnAbraham – to have a *theatrical release* on 12 July… pic.twitter.com/hscWC0Y7ar

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The Buckingham Murders, directed by Hansal Mehta and starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, has been set as the opening film of the Jio Mami Mumbai Film Festival.

Produced by Ektaa R Kapoor and co-produced by Kapoor Khan, the film recently had its world premiere at the BFI London Film Festival. It follows the story of a cop and single mother who recently lost her child in a shooting spree, as she transfers to a market town north of London and is assigned the case of a missing child.

Kapoor Khan will attend the festival’s red carpet opening ceremony on October 27 at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (Nmacc) in Mumbai.

The film also stars Ash Tandon (Bodyguard), Ranveer Brar (MasterChef India) and Keith Allen (Kingsman: The Golden Circle). It was written by Aseem Arrora, Kashyap Kapoor, and Raghav Raj Kakker and produced by Balaji Telefilms and Tbm Films alongside Shobha Kapoor,...

UK-set detective drama stars Kareena Kapoor Khan.

Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders, starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, has been set as the opening film of the Jio Mami Mumbai Film Festival.

The Indian crime drama, set in the UK, will receive its international premiere on October 27 at the festival’s main hub – the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (Nmacc). The film received its world premiere at the BFI London Film Festival last week.

Mehta, producer Ektaa R Kapoor and star Kapoor Khan will attend the film’s red carpet event.

The story follows police officer and single mother Jasmeet Bhamra...

Hansal Mehta’s “The Buckingham Murders,” which premieres at the BFI London Film Festival, will be the first in a franchise.

Written by Aseem Arrora, Raghav Raj Kakker and Kashyap Kapoor, the film follows Jasmeet Bhamra (portrayed by Kareena Kapoor Khan), a detective and mother who, after losing her own child, must investigate the murder of a 10-year-old in Buckinghamshire, going down a rabbit hole of secrets, where almost everyone in the small town becomes a suspect.

Kapoor Khan has said that her character is inspired in part by Kate Winslet’s role in “Mare of Easttown.” “I love ‘Mare of Easttown’ and when Hansal came to me, I said this is something that I’ve really been dying to do. So we’ve molded a little bit on those lines, she plays a detective cop in that,” Kapoor Khan had told Variety.

The film is a bit of a departure for Mehta,...

Mission Majnu is a thriller movie directed by Shantanu Bagchi starring Sidharth Malhotra, Rashmika Mandanna and Parmeet Sethi. It is written by Parveez Sheikh, Aseem Arora and Sumit Batheja. You can watch it on Netflix from January 20.

Mission Majnu is a Bollywood film for those first time viewers with its songs, sentimental characters and colorful, rhythmic vision in an action thriller.

This movie is in its original Hindi, so you need to take that into account.

Spies, intrigue, thriller and melodrama in this production with a political backdrop.

About the Movie Mission Majnu

We warn you: this movie promises more action in the tráiler than which it delivers later in the movie. However, it is entertaining… it uses a plot and treatment that is more or less lightweight at the beginning and transforms it into a more “serious” movie of political intrigue that gradually morphs into drama and even melodrama.

Shahid Kapoor’s ‘Bull’ Sets April 2023 Release Date

Producers Bhushan Kumar of T-Series and Amar Butala and Garima Mehta of Guilty By Association have set a Good Friday weekend 2023 release date for their action-flick Bull. Starring Shahid Kapoor (Kabir Singh), the pic marks the directorial debut of Aditya Nimbalkar and will be set in the 1980s. “Bull is inspired by the valour of our men in uniform. It is sure to enthrall and inspire all at the same time,” said Mehta. Parveez Shaikh (Bajrangi Bhaijaan) and Aseem Arrora (Malang) will be penning the film and production goes on floors in in early 2022.

Anaya Mohanty Upped At Endemol Shine India

Anaya Mohanty has been promoted to Head of Development at Endemol Shine India, reporting directly to the outfit’s CEO, Abhishek Rege. Previously the business’ Creative Director for Premium Scripted Development, she will oversee premium scripted and non-scripted development, with the...

We have more release news! Mission Majnu the espionage thriller starring Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna starrer is scheduled to release on the 13th of May, 2022. An RSVP and Guilty By Association production, the film is inspired by India’s most daring covert operation in the heart of Pakistan.

Directed by Shantanu Baagchi, the upcoming movie is set in the 1970s and sees Sidharth Malhotra essaying the role of a Raw agent (for the first time). The forthcoming film marks the Hindi debut of Rashmika Mandanna.

Produced by Ronnie Screwvala (RSVP) and Amar Butala and Garima Mehta (Guilty By Association Media), directed by Shantanu Baagchi, written by Parveez Shaikh, Aseem Arrora and Sumit Batheja, Mission Majnu stars Sidharth Malhotra, Rashmika Mandanna, Sharib Hashmi and Kumud Mishra.

Exclusive: Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor is leading the cast of Bull, an action film set in the 1980s inspired by events from the life of Brigadier Bulsara.

Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar are producing for T Series alongside Guilty By Association partners Amar Butala and Garima Mehta. The story and screenplay are by Aseem Arrora and Parveez Shaikh. Aditya Nimbalkar will make his directing debut on the picture; he has previously worked extensively with prolific filmmaker Vishal Bharadwaj.

The film is scheduled to hit floors in early 2022. Producer Kumar and Kapoor previously collaborated on 2019 box office hit Kabir Singh.

“Bull is a full blown action film inspired by real events from the life of Brigadier Bulsara,” said Shahid Kapoor. “It is a privilege to play a paratrooper who lead his boys through a historic and selfless mission that has now become iconic for its precision and bravado. The opportunity to...

Pooja Entertainment's lavishly mounted, espionage thriller 'Bellbottom' has generated huge buzz in recent days with trade insiders speculating about its release. Today Akshay Kumar ended the speculation and announced July 27th as the release date of the film.

Bellbottom has always managed to lead the change from the beginning. Even last year, it hit the headlines for being the first Hindi film to be shot and completed during the pandemic with exemplary on-set Covid management.

The eagerly awaited suspenseful spy drama based on true events is now ripe for release and cinema lovers who are longing to throng back to theatres have blocked their calendars. Notably, this will be the first Akshay Kumar starrer to enjoy a theatrical release this year.

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For the fans who have been waiting to see Akshay Kumar in a vintage action avatar,...

Sidharth Malhotra’s new film has added a new cast member to the set! Rashmika Mandanna is all set to make her debut in Hindi cinema with RSVP and Guilty By Association’s upcoming collaboration Mission Majnu. Last seen in Pogaru and Sarileru Neekevvaru, Rashmika joins Sidharth Malhotra for the shooting of the espionage thriller in Lucknow. The RSVP and Guilty By Association production is currently on the floors.

Rashmika will be seen essaying a pivotal role in the film that chronicles the journey of a Raw agent who heads India’s covert operation on Pakistani soil. About kicking off the shoot, Rashmika says, “Mission Majnu has given me the opportunity of feeling the nervousness, excitement and butterflies of a debutante all over again. I am thrilled to be a part of such amazing content and I am really looking forward to this exciting journey with RSVP, Guilty By Association,...

Pooja Entertainment and Emmay Entertainment's mega-budget espionage thriller, 'Bellbottom' is all set to hit the big screens on 28th May, 2021. The mega-budget Ranjit M Tewari directorial is written by Aseem Arrora and Parveez Sheikh and stars Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta and Huma Qureshi.

The film set in the 1980s, 'Bellbottom' had created a massive buzz last year as it became the first Bollywood movie to start shooting amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

There has been a lot of curiosity about the unusual theme, star cast and larger-than-life action sequences of the film and the wait is well and truly over for the audiences and trade pandits.

'Bellbottom' is one of the few big films this year that will be screened in theatres with an aim to bring the audience back to the cinemas. Watch this space for more news on this sensational, spy drama from the producers.

Pooja...

The Bollywood spy flick gets more ambitious this year, with a couple of top superstars signing up roles in the genre. Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut and Sidharth Malhotra will give the Bollywood spy thriller new-age twist on big screen, even as Manoj Bajpayee continues with his escapades in the Ott space with The Family Man 2.

While the Hollywood hangover is still evident on Hindi espionage thrillers when it comes to form and execution, the new-age Bollywood spy banks heavily on pop patriotism for his mojo when it comes to content.

A list of some of the most awaited films in the genre.

Bell Bottom

This Akshay Kumar-starrer is inspired by true events. Set in the 1980s, Bell Bottom was one of the earliest Bollywood films to go on floors after the Covid-induced lockdown. Leaked photos from the sets went viral on social media during its shoot in Glasgow, Scotland, in...

In today’s Global Bulletin, Hugh Grant recalls doubt over Renee Zellweger’s casting in the now iconic role of Bridget Jones in a BBC2 documentary; RSVP and Guilty By Association team on a new Indian spy thriller; the Meihodo International Youth Visual Media Festival will honor Juliette Binoche and Hayao Miyazaki while Natpe recognizes Disney exec Diego Lerner; and Defunct Films makes “We Will Sing” free to stream with donations going to Irish homeless organizations.

Anniversary

1.2 million people in the U.K. tuned into Tuesday night’s broadcast of “Being Bridget Jones,” a documentary marking the 25th anniversary of Helen Fielding’s first “Bridget Jones” column in U.K. newspaper The Independent and 20 years since the first “Bridget Jones” film.

“Being Bridget Jones” included Fielding discussing her inspirations, how the character’s legacy has changed since the #MeToo movement and how the “Bridget Jones” series changed the way women...

After backing films like Uri: The Surgical Strike Ronnie Screwvala will now collaborate with Producers Amar Butala and Garima Mehta to produce Mission Majnu

a film on India's most ambitious covert operation. The film is inspired by real events set in the 1970s and is the story of India's most courageous mission in the heart of Pakistan that forever changed the relationship between the two nations.

Written by Parveez Shaikh, Aseem Arrora and Sumit Batheja the thriller stars Sidharth Malhotra as a Raw agent who leads the mission. This film marks two important firsts - it will be south superstar Rashmika Mandanna's highly anticipated Bollywood debut and the directorial debut of award winning ad filmmaker, Shantanu Bagchi.

Producer Ronnie Screwvala says, “There are 1000s of heroes who work behind the scenes to safeguard the interest of our country from other terror units and rogue nations. Their work often goes...

Chhalaang (Amazon Prime)

Starring Rajkummar Rao, Nushrratt Bharuccha, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Saurabh Shukla, Ila Arun, and Satish Kaushik

Directed by Hansal Mehta

The most complicated part of this languid film is the spelling of the heroine’s name. Otherwise it’s all very simple,really. If a sports teacher in a backwater town of Haryana is indolent and insolent, bring on a feisty girl from the outside who when asked for a date retorts, ‘Daru pilayega?’

This is the writers Luv Ranjan, Aseem Arrora and Zeishan Quadri’s idea of progressive womanhood. It gets even more weird as the progressive elements ‘progress’ to a deadend that comes a good two hours after the opening gag where the word randwaa for widower is supposed to simulate humour.

At one point the above-mentioned daru-swigging damsel shares a drink with her future father-in-law. Wah, Haryana is the place to be on holiday from ‘dry’ Bihar.

Chhalaang (on Amazon Prime); Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Nushrat Bharucha, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Saurabh Shukla, Ila Arun, Satish Kaushik; Direction: Hansal Mehta; Rating: * * * (three stars)

By Vinayak Chakravorty

Sports films can no longer be just about sporting themes and students coming of age, we have crossed that generic phase a while back. So Hansal Mehta, in the most mainstream film he has made in a while, throws in a love triangle and a whole lot of goofy humour into the narrative of his new film. The story is set in heartland Haryana, and that gives him a passable scope to talk patriarchy without getting too heavy about it.

Mehta's new film is far from the class of Aligarh, Shahid or his recent web series Scam 1992 -- directorial efforts that draw automatic recall when you think of the filmmaker. That's not to say Chhalaang lacks quality. It's just that Mehta has made an easier film this time,...

Chhalaang movie review is here. The Indian Hindi-language social comedy directed by Hansal Mehta stars Rajkummar Rao, Nushrratt Bharuccha and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in pivotal roles. Produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg and presented by Bhushan Kumar. Chhalaang is a grand Diwali attraction set to release on November 13, 2020 on Amazon Prime Video.

Chhalaang Story

Mahendra Singh Hooda (Rajkummar Rao), is a happy-go-lucky Pt teacher inadvertently attracted to a computer teacher Neelima Mehra (Nushrratt Bharuccha). He faces a competition from new Pt teacher Mr. Singh (Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub), who is serious about his job. Caught in an ‘identity’ crisis Mahendra Singh Hooda aka Montu decides to get some respect and develop a sense of duty and responsibility towards his profession and more.

Chhalaang movie review

Did the director Hansal Mehta and writers Luv Ranjan, Aseem Arrora and Zeishan Quadri had the idea to reconstruct a new age desi -...

Pooja Entertainment’s BellBottom has Akshay Kumar in the lead with the usual panache playing a Raw agent on the trail of a mystery and the film’s retro theme brings back the eighties rather convincingly. The film written by Aseem Arrora and Parveez Shaikh stars Vaani Kapoor as the leading lady, along with Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta Bhupathi and is directed by Ranjit M Tewari.

The exciting new film recently completed it’s full start to finish filming schedule.

Says Akshay Kumar, “It’s teamwork and I am grateful to each and every member of the cast and crew from the spot dadas to the light dadas to the technicians to the make-up dadas to my lovely heroines Vaani, Lara, Huma, my director Ranjit and to Vashuji and the production team who believed in our audacious plan. The new normal has made us realise a different way of...

Exclusive: We recently caught up with Bollywood megastar Akshay Kumar (Rustom) about his latest movie, Bellbottom, the 80’s set spy movie which wrapped last week in Scotland.

Kumar also discussed his next projects and whether, given his huge following, he could be tempted into other fields such as politics.

Directed by Ranjit Tewari (Lucknow Central), Bellbottom [one word, according to the producers] also stars Vaani Kapoor (War), Huma Qureshi (Leila), Adil Hussain (Life of Pi), Denzil Smith (Tenet) and Lara Dutta (Hundred). Script comes from Aseem Arrora (Malang) and Parveez Shaikh (Bajrangi Bhaijaan).

The film is a Pooja Entertainment production in association with Emmay Entertainment, produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani and Nikkhil Advani. Release is slated for April 2.

According to the producers, the movie is the first major Bollywood production to begin and wrap during the pandemic. The filmmakers chartered a plane to get the 200 crew to Scotland where...

The retro themed espionage thriller evokes both nostalgia and excitement!The Scottish highlands, a taut breathless pace, Akshay Kumar's unimitable style stamped all over it and yes, a hark back to the eighties - the BellBottom teaser hits home and how.

Shot in the highlands of Scotland, the crisp teaser offers glimpses of an enormous geographical scale and lavish production value.

Released barely hours after the film team landed back in the country after a packed 60 day start-to-finish schedule, the sneak peek into the retro spy thriller delivers on its promise and has hit the right notes.

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Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. Its teamwork and I am grateful to each and every member of the cast and crew. #BellBottomCompleted. Here’s the poster. @_vaanikapoor_ @iamhumaq @larabhupathi #VashuBhagnani @ranjitmtewari @jackkybhagnani @deepshikhadeshmukh @onlyemmay @madhubhojwani @nikkhiladvani @emmayentertainment @pooja_ent

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Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much - this maxim perhaps best describes the 'Bellbottom' journey from start to finish. A schedule that began as an impossibility has culminated into a storybook ending that has put the Hindi film industry right on the global map.

"It's teamwork and I am grateful to each and every member of the cast and crew from the spot dadas to the light dadas to the technicians to the make-up dadas to my lovely heroines Vaani, Lara, Huma, my director Ranjit and to Vashuji and the production team who believed in our audacious plan. The new normal has made us realise a different way of working that none of us could have imagined. I hope this encourages film industries globally to do what they do best and start entertaining audiences again. I hope our shoot during the pandemic reassures others...

Bollywood period espionage thriller “Bellbottom,” starring Akshay Kumar (“Pad Man”), and directed by Ranjit Tewari (“Lucknow Central”) has wrapped its Scotland shoot, making it one of the first projects globally to start and complete its entire shoot during the coronavirus pandemic.

Producers Pooja Entertainment (“Coolie No. 1”) flew the 200-strong crew in a chartered flight to Glasgow and quarantined them for 14 days, creating a bubble, and completed the film in a 45-day schedule over August and September.

The unit worked closely with Scotland’s Screen Commission and adhered to Covid-safe guidelines. Besides medical-grade PPE, and required distancing, the production made it mandatory for all cast and crew to wear a watch that constantly monitored their oxygen levels, body temperature, blood pressure, stress levels and pulse. A centralized dashboard constantly recorded the parameters of the entire unit and kept a check for any changes in readings.

The cast also includes Vaani Kapoor...

With months of meticulous planning behind them, Pooja Entertainment is Bollywood’s first production house off the block to shoot a complete schedule of its big-budget spy thriller Bellbottom with Akshay Kumar in the lead.

Bellbottom, a retro drama with Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta was announced late last year. Pooja Entertainment took the decision to shoot a start to finish stint keeping the global health crisis in mind.

Now, using the latest technology, the film team is all set for an extended shoot beginning soon. Besides medical-grade masks and face shields, after consulting medical experts, the production house is making it mandatory for all cast and crew to wear a wrist watch that will constantly monitor their oxygen levels, body temperature, blood pressure, stress levels and pulse. A centralized dashboard will constantly record the parameters of the entire unit and keep a check for any changes in readings.

As the lockdown in the country and across the globe is easing, the filmmakers of the high-end espionage film ‘Bellbottom’ are ready to take their script on floors. The much-anticipated thriller starring Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, Huma Qureshi and Lara Dutta is the first film to commence shooting after the long lockdown. The schedule of the movie begins one month from now, the entire team of ‘Bellbottom’ will be heading to the UK for the same.

Over the past few months the film industry has come to a halt, whether in India or outside. As parts of the world are showing signs of recovery from the virus, the need of the hour is to adapt and evolve with the times.

Keeping the new normal in mind, a thorough precautionary plan for the shoot has been laid down by the filmmakers. The film’s shoot not only gets the artists back...

The versatile superstar Akshay Kumar to collaborate with Vashu Bhagnani for the very first time for their next project titled ?Bell Bottom?.

The film is directed by Ranjit M Tewari the story is of one of India?s forgotten heroes, it will go on floors mid next year and will release on 22nd January 2021.

Also read:?Akshay Kumar is seen flirting with Katrina Kaif

Akshay Kumar shared the poster and captioned, "Get ready to go back to the 80?s and hop onto a roller-coaster spy ride, #Bellbottom! Releasing on 22nd January, 2021."

The story inspired by true events is written by Aseem Arora and Pervez Shaikhand and is touted to be a very high-end espionage thriller.

Akshay Kumar will be portraying a never seen before avatar and the makers are riding high on the content.

Akshay Kumar is a prolific actor and does justice to every character. This venture will definitely...

Baazaar

Starring Saif Ali Khan, Rohan Mehra, Radhika Apte, Chitrangda Singh

Directed by Gauravv K Chawla

Rating: ****(4 Stars)

I can’t recall a single notable (or even non-notable) Indian film based on the plunging dips and giddying highs of the stock market.

Do you remember Harshad Mehta? How could you forget the podgy stockbroker who made thousands of Indians rich overnight and then it all ended in a financial mess in no time at all.

Saif Ali Khan’s Shakun Kothari’s destiny run on the same lines. Except that Saif as the wily ruthless Machiavellian stockbroker is everything that Harshad Mehta would have wanted to be. This is Saif’s most gloriously written and performed part, meaty witty and wicked. He chews into it exposing a sacred hunger that I didn’t notice in his last over-hyped outing.

Saif as Shakun is a trueblue Gujju who won’t let neo-affluence corrupt his cultural integrity.

Lucknow Central

Starring Farhan Akhtar, Gippy Grewal, Diana Penty, Deepak Dobriyal, Rajesh Sharma, Inamulhaq

Directed by Ranjit Tiwari

Rating: **** ½ (4 and a half stars)

“You don’t get justice in the world, you only get good luck or bad luck,” a wise old librarian (pronounced ‘lee-bray-nian’ by his Lucknowi singer-son) quotes Orson Welles.

Our good luck, then, that we get a prison drama as taut and thrilling, relevant and resonant as Lucknow Central right in the middle of the year when things are looking bloody bleak in Bollywood.

Yes, there is hope. Lucknow Central is by far the most engaging thinking-man’s thriller of the year. Ballsy and brave, it penetrates the politics of prison life without relinquishing the right to engage us in a solid storytelling spree where a clever cat-and-mouse game is played out between a sadistic jailor (Ronit Roy, in top form) and a non-guilty prisoner (Farhan Akhtar...

Readers may recall that, Bollywood Hungama had earlier reported (in February this year) that Nikhil Advani will be making Lucknow Central, a film that will be directed by Ranjit Tiwari. The latest update on the same is that the film will be produced jointly by Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Nikhil Advani's Emmay Entertainment & Motion Pictures. Lucknow Central is a film whose story has been set in the backdrop of a jail. Speaking about the film, Nikhil Advani felt that the film was in good hands with the backing of a studio like Viacom18 Motion Pictures, a heart-warming script written by Aseem Arora and having Ranjit Tiwari as a director. On the other hand, Ajit Andhare (COO-Viacom18 Motion Pictures) stated that Lucknow Central had all the makings of an endearing and entertaining film that would strike a chord with viewers, for both, its content and innovative music. Elaborating on the same,...