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Set against the turbulent backdrop of the 1970s, Netflix’s upcoming series Saare Jahan Se Accha unveils a gripping tale of espionage, sacrifice, and national duty. Pratik Gandhi stars as the meticulous and resilient intelligence officer Vishnu Shankar in this fictional drama, which offers a tense, mission-based story brought to life by a standout ensemble cast including Sunny Hinduja, Suhail Nayyar, Kritika Kamra, Tillotama Shome, Rajat Kapoor and Anup Soni. Premiering August 13, the series is created by Gaurav Shukla and produced by Bombay Fables, with Bhavesh Mandalia as the creative producer.

Saare Jahan Se Accha delves into the high-stakes world of intelligence where the slightest delay in relaying critical information could alter the nation’s fate. Entrusted with a perilous mission to sabotage a looming nuclear threat, Vishnu must navigate a treacherous landscape to ensure India remains one step ahead of its adversaries. A tribute to the brilliance and quiet...

Saare Jahan Se Accha On Netflix: Pratik Gandhi Plays An Undercover Agent In A Nuclear Crisis!(Photo Credit –Netflix)

Netflix is set to release its new original series Saare Jahan Se Accha on August 13, 2025. Set in the politically charged atmosphere of the 1970s, the show follows the story of Vishnu Shankar, an intelligence officer tasked with preventing a looming nuclear threat. The series stars Pratik Gandhi in the lead role, alongside an ensemble cast that includes Sunny Hinduja, Suhail Nayyar, Kritika Kamra, Tillotama Shome, Rajat Kapoor, and Anup Soni.

What is Saare Jahan Se Accha about?

Created by Gaurav Shukla and produced by Bombay Fables, the show focuses on the risks and decisions that define covert operations and national security during a volatile period in Indian history. Bhavesh Mandalia serves as the creative producer.

Unlike fast-paced spy thrillers, Saare Jahan Se Accha appears to take a more grounded approach,...

Actress Kritika Kamra is set to visit her hometown in Madhya Pradesh to spend quality time with the women artisans who are an integral part of her unique initiative she began in 2024 that helps empower women . Kritika, who launched her own fashion initiative, believes that one must champion the very people who bring their creative vision to life.

The actress plans to spend time with the talented artisans who have been tirelessly supporting her. Kritika understands the value of providing opportunities and recognizing the contributions of grassroots talent, particularly in the handloom and textile industries that have deep cultural roots in Chanderi, Madhya Pradesh.

Speaking about her upcoming visit, Kritika Kamra said, “Madhya Pradesh holds a special place in my heart. It’s not just my hometown, but also where I draw inspiration for my ethnic wear from. I’ve always wanted to support the people of my state in some way,...

Top 6 Must-Watch Indian Web Series For Thriller Fans (Photo Credit – Netflix/Prime Video)

If you’re a fan of unlocking new mysteries, experiencing the rush of adrenaline, and enjoying the thrill of being on the edge of your seat, Indian web series have much to offer! Over the past few years, India has witnessed a boom in thriller-based Ott content. These shows blend gripping narratives, intense performances, and jaw-dropping plot twists to keep you hooked until the end. Whether you love psychological thrillers, crime dramas, or action-packed suspense, Indian web shows have the ideal recipe to match every thriller fan’s palate.

To improve your watching experience and unlock content from different countries and streaming platforms, try using a Vpn free trial. This will bypass regional restrictions, ensuring you never miss out on a thrilling new series.

1. Mirzapur (Amazon Prime Video)

Mirzapur is a must-watch if you’re into dark,...

Here’s how Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment is on a winning streak! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Karan Johar-led Dharmatic Entertainment is on a winning streak, and there is no stopping it anytime soon. The content studio aims to provide a diversified genre of entertainment to cater to the ever-changing demands of the audience. With its vision and the latest releases, Dharmatic Entertainment has hit the right notes.

Dharmatic Entertainment has struck a positive chord with its latest releases in the different Ott platforms. The Karan Johar-led content studio has drawn a fine balance between entertainment with a message. This has certainly left us wanting for more.

The thriller series Gyaarah Gyaarah, released by Karan Johar‘s Dharmatic Entertainment on ZEE5, starred Raghav Juyal, Kritika Kamra, Dhairya Karwa, and Gautami Kapoor in the lead roles. The show has managed to captivate the audience with its riveting subject and honest performances.

Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina are gearing up to captivate audiences in their upcoming action-packed film, Jigra, which has quickly become one of the most anticipated releases of the year. With the film slated to hit theatres on October 11, fans were recently treated to an exhilarating trailer, building on the excitement generated by the earlier teaser. The movie, which sees Alia and Vedang portraying siblings, has already garnered praise for their on-screen chemistry.

Jigra Trailer: Alia Bhatt on a dangerous mission to rescue her brother Vedang Raina; Fans says, “Trailer is lot better than Fast and Furious trailer”

Soon after Alia shared the trailer on Instagram, it received a flood of positive reactions from fans and industry peers alike. Notably, her mother-in-law, Neetu Kapoor, and Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor were among those who expressed their admiration. Janhvi affectionately dubbed Alia “Lady Bachchan” and shared her excitement for the film on Instagram,...

You might have heard about the whole 11:11 theory, where people think that seeing 11:11 on the clock is some kind of sign that a higher power is guiding us. Some see it as a spiritual thing, but there’s also a scientific side to it. Time, as Einstein pointed out, is a bit of an illusion. The past is simply a collection of our memories, while the future is shaped by our current imagination and thoughts. So, really, what we have is just the present moment. This idea of time being fluid and interconnected is a big part of the thriller series Gyaarah Gyaarah, directed by Umesh Bisht, which you can catch on Zee5 Global.

Gyaarah Gyaarah follows Inspector Shaurya Anthwal, who was deeply invested in solving a series of crimes from the past which span across different years—1990, 1998, and 2001. Despite his best efforts, he struggles to crack the cases.

In the new thriller series Gyaarah Gyaarah on Zee5 Global, Kritika Kamra stars as Dsp Vamika Rawat, a police officer who’s all about justice. But her role goes beyond just being a righteous cop. She’s actually crucial in linking past crimes which helps to solve cases in the present. Curious about how she pulls this off and what happens to her in the end? Let’s dive in and find out together!

Spoilers Ahead

Why didn’t Vamika move on?

In Gyaarah Gyaarah, Dsp Vamika Rawat, played by Kritika Kamra, stands out as a senior cop who always questions the justice system, especially among all the corrupt officers around her. From the beginning, it’s clear she’s different. Even though she knew Yug Arya, her colleague, had some issues—like joining protests and making statements in the media without consulting her—she supported him because she saw...

Shalin Bhanot Swarmed By Scorpions, Vijay Verma Shoots Matka King – Top Trending News ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Find out what’s buzzing today in the world of entertainment! On the film front, actor Vijay Verma began filming for the crime thriller series “Matka King,” while sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 Ad boasts a major boost with the involvement of the VFX team behind Iron Man. Reality TV took a dramatic turn as Shalin Bhanot reportedly endured a painful encounter with over 200 scorpions while filming Khatron Ke Khiladi.

Meanwhile, actors Kartik Aaryan and Sanjay Gandhi offered contrasting experiences in the industry. Aaryan opened up about his past financial struggles, while Gandhi expressed frustration about his unclear role in the Bengali serial “Jhanak.”

Scroll down to read the complete news wrap! Shalin Bhanot Swarmed by Scorpions on Khatron Ke Khiladi!

Ouch! In a shocking incident during the filming of Khatron Ke Khiladi season 14, contestant...

Second Coming

Distributor, Gkids is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the award-winning Japanese anime classic, “Ghost In The Shell 2: Innocence,” in a new 4K restoration. It will be available in theaters across North America for three nights only from June 23-26.

Directed by Oshii Mamoru, “Ghost In The Shell 2: Innocence,” is a cyberpunk crime drama based on the manga “Ghost in the Shell” created by Masamune Shirow.

Imagined as a standalone return to the world of Ghost in the Shell, the story is centered on the character Batou from the original film. Featuring visuals that demanded five years in production, “Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence” debuted in competition at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, thus becoming the first and only anime in history to compete for the Palme d’Or.

Grand Ambitions

Media industry veteran Francis Coady is launching Grand Pacific Entertainment, a new Australia-based venture aiming to develop and fund scripted drama,...

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Amazon Prime Video recently unveiled the poster for Vijay Varma’s upcoming project, “Matka King.” The poster was shared with the caption, “ready to place our bet! #MatkaKingOnPrime soon but filming now .”

In the poster, Vijay Varma is seen wearing a white shirt with a joker frame around him, hinting at the gambling theme of the series. The makers have announced that filming is currently underway.

Mirzapur S3 Teaser: Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal are back with lot of action and drama

“Matka King” was part of the slate of series announced earlier by Amazon Prime Video. The series follows the story of an enterprising cotton trader in Mumbai who starts a new gambling game called Matka. This game quickly takes the city by storm, democratizing a realm previously reserved for the rich and elite.

After the success of “Dahaad,” Vijay Varma will once again be seen...

When Karan Kundrra’s Mom Disapproved His Ex-Girlfriends!(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Karan Kundrra rose to immense fame with his portrayal as Arjun in Kitani Mohabbat Hai. But years later, it was his romance with co-star Kritika Kamra that fans couldn’t get over. He then went on to date Anusha Dandekar for several years, but that relationship hit rock bottom, too. Throwback to when his mother disapproved of all his girlfriends before Tejasswi Prakash! Scroll below for details.

While fans were heartbroken about his split with Kritika Kamra, Anusha Dandekar stirred a massive controversy after their breakup. After remaining tight-lipped for quite some time, the VJ-host indirectly accused him of infidelity. He, however, chose to remain silent instead of reacting to the allegations and washing dirty laundry in public.

Karan Kundrra’s mom disapproves of his ex-girlfriends

During an interview with Siddharth Kannan in 2022, Karan Kundrra’s mom made a...

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: Nominees For The Best Web Series (Picture Credit: IMDb)

We are back with another set of nominations for the Koimoi Audience Poll 2023. The year that gave us beautiful and wholesome content on Ott. While Hindi films had a comeback at the box office and South Indian films maintained their pace, Hindi web series on different Ott platforms kept people hooked to their home screens.

In the year 2023, web series like Saas, Bahu, and Aur Flamingo were very bold attempts, while Hansal Mehta’s Scoop offered the story of a journalist trapped in a murder – the real story of Jigna Vora shocked everyone.

There were stories that were etched in the hearts of the audiences, and in our annual tradition of acknowledging the best, we are here to honor the best. Out of all the web series released in 2023, we have picked the best four as nominations...

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Anil Kapoor In The Night Manager To Vijay Varma In Dahaad – Who Is Your Favorite Villain (Web Series)? (Picture Credit: Instagram & IMDb)

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: As we move forward with our audience poll, today we will look at the Best Villain (Web Series) nominees for the year 2023, from Anil Kapoor in The Night Manager to Vijay Varma in Dahaad and two others who impressed us with their villainous portrayal.

Any movie or web series is incomplete with an antagonist. They create conflicts in heroes’ lives and keep things interesting. A strong villain is more important in the case of shows because they have more duration than any movie and run for several episodes. Keep scrolling for more.

Anil Kapoor made his Ott debut with The Night Manager, starring Aditya Roy Kapur in the lead. Vijay Varma is also a talented actor of the present...

Mumbai, Jan 22 (Ians) Actress Kritika Kamra is all set for her upcoming thriller dramas, ‘Gyarah Gyarah’ and ‘For Your Eyes Only’, which she says are an immersive experience.

Last year, the actress pleasantly shocked her fan base by portraying the role of a lady gangster in ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’. Now, she is ready to push the boundaries once more.

Kritika said: “I find immense fulfillment in choosing projects that deviate from the expected, ventures that take me far beyond the realms of what people anticipate. The projects I’m diving into this year, particularly the thrillers, hold a special place in my heart.

“These narratives are intense, layered with suspense, and demand a profound emotional investment. It’s precisely this intensity that excites me and propels me to embark on this new journey with enthusiasm.”

Kritika added: “The thrillers I’m set to be a part of are not merely...

Actress Kritika Kamra has revealed that the year 2024 began on a ‘calm and restorative’ note, and shared that this year she will be doing whatever she wants, evolving at her own pace, moving mindfully, with authenticity and courage.

The actress is known for her works in ‘Bheed’, ‘Hush Hush’, ‘Tandav’, ‘Kitani Mohabbat Hai 2’ and many other projects.

Taking to Instagram, Kritika, who has 1.7 million followers shared her holiday album, and it is full of serenity and peace.

The string of photos shows Kritika posing for a mirror selfie in a red floral bathing gown, flaunting her bare skin. There is also a glimpse of a cottage in a forest, a video which features her taking a stroll in the forest lanes, natural beauty and a glimpse of the diva taking the sun bath.

There is also a photo of the ‘Pyaar Ka Bandhan’ actress swimming in a pool.

The post...

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Welcome to one of our big 2024 and beyond previews here at What’s on Netflix. In this post, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive rundown of all the Indian movies and TV shows in development set to release on Netflix globally throughout 2024 and beyond.

Some long-awaited projects are nearing completion, old favorites are returning, and recently-announced movies and series are waiting to surprise and delight us. Here are the details on 7 upcoming Indian Original series and 10 new Original movies, plus scoop on the fates of more than two dozen Indian series — some of which have been officially renewed and others whose futures are still up in the air.

Editors note: All release dates and windows are subject to change.

Here all the Indian Original series and movies we hope to see in 2024 or beyond:

New Indian Netflix Original Series Coming in...

Bambai Meri Jaan

Starring Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra, Nivedita Bhattacharya, Amyra Dastur

Directed by Shujaat Saudagar

One thing about the enduring interest in lives of smugglers and gangsters: they provided a lot of employment to Mumbai’s population back in the 1960s, 70s and 80s when they were active; they continue to provide employment to actors and technicians who are part of these never-ending sanguinary sagas of nebulous loyalties and sticky alliances.

Bambai Meri Jaan based on S. Hussain Zaidi’s Dongri to Dubai: Six Decades of the Mumbai Mafia is a slowburn crime thriller with criminal characters trapped in a sordid system that fosters treachery. At a running time of almost ten hours, it gives us a lot of time to think for an answer to that ultimate crime conundrum: does crime pay? How much did Excel Entertainment make out of this deal. By the way?...

New Delhi, Sep 15 (Ians) Ambitious gangsters have worked their way up the ranks of the criminal underworld and go on to hit big time too. This is an over-familiar tale with nearly all offenders claiming a childhood that looked normal but some minor aberrations and later major ones, turned them into the most wanted category of lawbreakers.

Mumbai can’t seem to forgive or forget Dawood Ibrahim. With good reason too. The global terrorist is an Indian mob boss, drug lord, and terrorist from Dongri in Mumbai, who is wanted by the Government of India.

‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ is an action-packed period drama set in the 1960s, based on and a sneak peek into post-Independence Bombay and its streets riddled with crime. It is as much an honest cop’s journey as he attempts to protect his family.

Based on S. Hussain Zaidi’s book ‘Dongri to Dubai: Six Decades...

New Delhi, Sep 15 (Ians) Ambitious gangsters have worked their way up the ranks of the criminal underworld and go on to hit big time too. This is an over-familiar tale with nearly all offenders claiming a childhood that looked normal but some minor aberrations and later major ones, turned them into the most wanted category of lawbreakers.

Mumbai can’t seem to forgive or forget Dawood Ibrahim. With good reason too. The global terrorist is an Indian mob boss, drug lord, and terrorist from Dongri in Mumbai, who is wanted by the Government of India.

‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ is an action-packed period drama set in the 1960s, based on and a sneak peek into post-Independence Bombay and its streets riddled with crime. It is as much an honest cop’s journey as he attempts to protect his family.

Based on S. Hussain Zaidi’s book ‘Dongri to Dubai: Six Decades...

Bambai Meri Jaan (Bombay My Beloved) is one of the most exciting shows to have come out of India for a while, as this ambitious, compelling crime series – set in Bombay in the murky underbelly of the organised crime world – is now available to watch on Prime Video.

To mark the occasion, we were thrilled to conduct a group interview with several of the names that make up the creation of this show. Below you can find our chat with Farhan Akthar, a megastar who has taken on the role of producer here, as well as star Kritika Kamra, who plays Habiba Kadri. Also present is writer Rensil D’Silva, as well as the powerhouse that is Aparna Purohi, who is Head of Originals, in India.

Watch the full interview here with Farhan Akthar, Kritika Kamra, Rensil D’Silva & Aparna Purohi:

Synopsis

The Fictional crime drama “Bambai Meri Jaan” is a...

Prime Video’s upcoming crime thriller “Bambai Meri Jaan” tells an action-packed tale of good vs. evil in post-independence India — but at its core, the show is a story about family.

Premiering Sept. 14 on the streamer, the 10-episode series was created by Rensil D’Silva (“Dial 100”) and Shujaat Saudagar (“The Underbug”), based on a story by longtime crime journalist S. Hussain Zaidi. At the show’s global premiere in London on Tuesday night, the cast and crew — including D’Silva and Saudagar; Excel Media and Entertainment producers Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani and Kassim Jagmagia; stars Kritika Kamra and Avinash Tiwary; and Prime Video execs James Farrell and Aparna Purohit — spoke with Variety‘s Naman Ramachandran about bringing “Bambai Meri Jaan” to life.

“This family unit … really, really engages you beyond the bad guys vs. the good guys,” Akhtar said. “It really stays with you. It’s an emotional journey, you feel what the characters are feeling.

Mumbai-based gangster dramas have always been intriguing. There have been plenty of films made on this subject by various directors in the last two decades. Mumbai gangsters are a big part of the city’s history and pop culture. Company, D, Shootout at Lokhandwala, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Black Friday, D-Day, and Daddy are some of the films that extensively covered their stories.

Created by Shujaat Saudagar and Rensil D’Silva, the Amazon Prime Series is a period drama that chronicles the rivalry between two threatening gangsters who are adamant about controlling the city and the smuggling business on their respective terms.

Story And Plot

The trailer gives away just enough to keep the audience intrigued about the subject matter. The biggest takeaway from the trailer is the general plot of the show. It is based on the true stories of the kind of gangsters who once ruled the...

Known for her works in ‘Bheed’, ‘Hush Hush’ and ‘Tandav’, among others, actress Kritika Kamra, who is all set to portray female gangster in ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, talked about her diverse roles, and how she doesn’t likes to repeat herself on the screen.

Her latest endeavour, ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, is a gripping crime web series, in which she takes on the challenging role of a female gangster for the first time onscreen. Her portrayal is set to add a unique dimension to the world of crime drama.

Talking about her diverse roles, Kritika said: “Each project has its own unique flavour, and I’m thrilled to bring these characters to life. I have consciously taken my time in choosing roles where I don’t repeat myself, because people tend to box you into a certain type of role.”

“I work hard to get opportunities to collaborate with makers who think out of the box.

Mumbai, Sep 12 (Ians) Shujaat Saudagar, the director and co-creator of the upcoming period crime-drama streaming series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, has said that actor Kay Kay Menon was a perfect choice for the part of the cop – Ismail Kadri in the series, and casting him was a “no brainer”.

‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, which also stars Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra, Nivedita Bhattacharya and Amyra Dastur, narrates the life and rise of a Dara Kadri, a tale told through the lens of a father, Ismail Kadri, an honest cop torn between his duty and responsibilities.

Talking about Menon’s casting, Shujaat said: “Kay Kay was a no-brainer, I had sent a script out to him. I have been trying to work with him for almost 20 years and things have never materialised. If there’s anyone who could do justice to the role of Ismial Kadri, it was this spectacular actor.”

“I needed somebody...

Actress Kritika Kamra, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming streaming series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, has spilled beans on her character of Habiba, the youngest and the only sister among Dara Kadri’s siblings. The actress’s character of Habiba makes for a good contrast in the show as she stands out as a bold and confident woman who breaks away from the stereotypical construct of a woman in such a setting, to make her voice heard with impact.

Sharing the dimensions of her part, Kritika said: “Habiba is a woman of many shades. She is stubborn like her father, courageous like Dara and is fiercely loyal like him. At the same time, being the youngest and the only woman among the siblings. She idolises her brother Dara and shares a special bond with him which influences his decisions and actions as well.”

The actress said: “Just like him,...

The trailer of Bambai Meri Jaan is out. The makers released the explosive new trailer of the new series directed by Shujaat Saudagar, and starring Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra in pivotal roles.

Bambai Meri Jaan takes viewers back to the city of Bombay in the 1960s, as it introduces a world of gang wars, guns and deceit, at the core of which lies the relationship between a duty-bound police officer father and his gangster son.

Kay Kay Menon takes on the role of a honest cop Ismail Kadri who realizes that his son Dara Kadri (Avinash Tiwary), has chosen the path of crime. “Sheher saaf karte karte mera ghar ganda ho gaya,” says the cop, lamenting how the process of cleaning the city has instead stained his home. The show then delves into the years unfolding ahead, as the son transforms into a powerful gangster.

Apart from Kay Kay and Avinash,...

Indulge in the exciting content offerings on Ott this week, as the weekend thrill awaits with a blend of drama, action, thriller and documentary, promising to transport you to a new world. From Rajinikanth’s blockbuster ‘Jailer’ to the crime thriller ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, to the documentary ‘Animals Up Close’, the Entertainment site slate will immerse you in a cinematic experience like none other, all from the comfort of your home.

Here’s a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians this week:‘Jailer’

Superstar Rajinikanth starrer blockbuster film ‘Jailer’ is about a retired jailer Tiger Muthuvel Pandiyan (portrayed by Rajinikanth), who is out to find his son’s killers.

Produced by Sun Pictures and directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film features Rajinikanth in the lead role alongside Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu, Vinayakan, Tamannaah Bhatia and Master Ritvik in pivotal roles and special cameos by Mohanlal,...

Mumbai, Sep 6 (Ians) Actor Saurabh Sachdeva, who is known for his work in ‘Vadh’, ‘Good Luck Jerry’, ‘Sacred Games’, ‘Taish’ and ‘Manmarziyaan’, is gearing up for the release of his upcoming crime-drama show ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’. The actor has shared that his role in the streaming show exudes power and authority.

In this series, Saurabh essays the character of mafia don Haji Maqbool, sharing the screen with actors like Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Amyra Dastur.

Talking about his character, he said, “I was genuinely enthused by the role due to the character’s captivating trajectory. His delusions of grandeur and belief in his absolute control make for a compelling narrative. Witnessing the transformation and evolution of his persona promises to be an exhilarating experience.”

He continued, “It is fascinating to observe the disintegration of his ego and the subsequent redirection of his path. He prioritises solely professional connections,...

The Bambai Meri Jaan trailer has released and audiences are very intrigued! The fiction crime thriller Amazon Original series directed by Shujaat Saudagar brings under one umbrella, versatile and talented actors such as Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur. Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia and Farhan Akhtar, with the story by S. Hussain Zaidi, Bambai Meri Jaan is created by Rensil D’Silva and Shujaat Saudagar. The 10-part Hindi Original series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories on 14 September.

“Jab imaandari bhuk se takraati hai to hamesha haarti hai. Main imaandar tha, par Dara bhooka tha.”

Kicking off with this profound narration, the trailer of Bambai Meri Jaan takes the viewers on a fast- paced, gritty and immersive ride through the mean streets of fictionalized 1970’s Bambai, where gang wars,...

Avinash Tiwary, who is geared up for two releases ‘Kaala’ and ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ back to back, has made his fans super excited to see him shining in both the projects. The actor, who will be seen playing the role of a don in ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, said he was shitting bricks when he was offered the role as he did not know if he had the capability to pull this character off.

Avinash is at an all time high as he has two releases back to back next week.

The trailer of ‘Kaala’ has already gotten great love from the audience and on Monday, the trailer of Bambai Meri Jaan was also released.

Fans are loving him in this underworld don avatar.

At the trailer launch, the actor spoke about this character and said: “When Shujaat came to me with the script and told me all about the character,...

Actor Kay Kay Menon, who is a chameleon when it comes to getting into the skin of any character, said he plays people and not roles. Kay Kay is all set for the release of his next series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ in which he will be seen playing the role of an honest cop.

The trailer of the series was launched in Mumbai on Monday and it has been getting great response from everyone.

Kay Kay has earlier also played the role of a cop on screen.

When asked what difference will the audience get to see in his role this time, he said, “I play people on screen and not roles. No two people are the same in this world and there can be limited number of roles. For example one can play the role of a cop, professor, lawyer but each person is different. So I tend to play that person on screen.

Actor Kay Kay Menon, who will be soon seen in the upcoming crime-drama streaming series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, has shared his trick of sketching memorable characters each time on screen. The actor, while talking to the media on Monday, shared that for him it’s important that he portrays different people and not characters on screen.

The trailer of the streaming series was unveiled on Monday in Mumbai’s Bandra area, where Kay Kay Menon told the media: “I always make it a point to portray people on screen and not the characters. Like in this one, I play a cop which can be similar to other cops that you have seen on screen, what separates him from others is his outlook, the world he comes from.”

The crime thriller series stars Kay Kay Menon as an honest police officer and a father to Avinash Tiwary’s character of Dara Kadri,...

The trailer of the upcoming streaming series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ was unveiled on Monday in Mumbai’s Bandra area. The crime thriller series stars Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra, and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur in pivotal roles.

The trailer begins with a birdeye view of the Mumbai of the 1970 as the plot unfolds taking the viewers through the life of Dara Kadri (essayed by Avinash), a petty criminal who is born to an honest officer in the Mumbai police force (portrayed by Kay Kay Menon). The trailer shows Dara rising up the ranks as he encounters the likes of Haji as he digs his claws deep into crime.

The trailer boasts of many retro elements like the styling, the lighting, the Bgm, the Di, photography, the angles and the production design which was actually once hit by a cyclone during the making of the series

The...

Tr upcoming crime drama, Bambai Meri Jaan, a 10-part Amazon Original series will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in India and across 240 countries and territories on the 14th if September. The bingeworthy, fast-paced crime thriller, Bambai Meri Jaan, is created by Rensil D’Silva and Shujaat Saudagar and directed by Shujaat Saudagar. Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia and Farhan Akhtar, with the story by S. Hussain Zaidi

Featuring a highly versatile and talented cast with Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur in pivotal roles, the fictional crime series is a gripping saga about a father and son who are two sides of the same coin. The series explores the classic, universal battle of good versus evil. Set in the post-independence era, the story chronicles the life and rise of a young man, Dara Kadri (played by Tiwary...

Mumbai, Aug 28 (Ians) Shujaat Saudagar, the creator of the upcoming crime streaming drama ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, has said that the show deals with the complexity of nature vs nurture.

Shujaat has also directed the second part of ‘Rock On!!’ which starred Farhan Akhtar, Shraddha Kapoor, Arjun Rampal, Prachi Desai and Purab Kohli.

Talking about the show, Shujaat said: “‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ deals with the complexity of nature vs nurture. Thematically, stories which relate to dysfunctional relationships have always attracted me to tell a cinematic narrative. ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ weaves the saga of a family inhabiting and growing through their trials and tribulations alongside burgeoning post independent Mumbai. We can’t wait to see viewers’ reactions to the series that is so close to our hearts.”

The show features Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur.

The 10-part series is created by Rensil D’Silva...

Prime Video announced the global premiere of its upcoming crime drama, ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’. The 10-part Amazon Original series will premiere on 14 September. Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia and Farhan Akhtar, with the story by S Hussain Zaidi, ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ is created by Rensil D’Silva and Shujaat Saudagar and directed by Shujaat Saudagar.

Featuring a highly versatile and talented cast with Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur in pivotal roles, the fictional crime series is a gripping saga about a father and son who are two sides of the same coin. The series explores the classic, universal battle of good versus evil. Set in the post-independence era, the story chronicles the life and rise of a young man, Dara Kadri (played by Tiwary), torn between his father’s law enforcement legacy (played by Menon) and...

Prime Video India has set a global premiere date for crime thriller series “Bambai Meri Jaan,” produced by Excel Media and Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia and Farhan Akhtar.

Created by Rensil D’Silva (“Dial 100”) and Shujaat Saudagar (“The Underbug”) and directed by Saudagar, the Amazon original 10-episode series is based on a story by S. Hussain Zaidi (“Lahore Confidential”). Set in post-independence India, the series chronicles the life and rise of a young man torn between his father’s law enforcement legacy and his own journey into the heart of organized crime.

The cast includes Kay Kay Menon (“Farzi”), Avinash Tiwary (“Khakee: The Bihar Chapter”), Kritika Kamra (“Bheed”), Nivedita Bhattacharya (“Thar”) and Amyra Dastur (“Jogi”).

Excel is one of India’s leading studios. The outfit’s Prime Video series “Dahaad,” produced alongside Tiger Baby, premiered at the Berlinale earlier this year. The studio’s previous collaborations with Prime Video include “Inside Edge,...

Mumbai, Aug 22 (Ians) A new streaming series is set to bow on the horizon. Titled ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’, the show is a crime thriller and will tell the story in 10 parts. The fast-paced crime thriller features a highly versatile and talented cast with Kay Kay Menon, Avinash Tiwary, Kritika Kamra and Nivedita Bhattacharya along with Amyra Dastur in pivotal roles.

‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ is created by Rensil D’Silva, who is known for directing ‘Kurbaan’ and served as a dialogue and screenplay writer on the cult classic ‘Rang De Basanti’. Shujaat Saudagar. Who is known for ‘Rock On!! 2’ has also created the show along with Rensil.

The story for the same has been penned by S. Hussain Zaidi, who earlier works have inspired many Bollywood gangster dramas most notably Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Black Friday’ and the Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ which is based on the chapter of Gangubai Kothewali from ‘Mafia Queens of Mumbai’.

Zaidi,...

Actor-dancer Raghav Juyal is looking forward to his project ‘Yudhra’, directed by Ravi Udyawar, with whom he says working was like a master class in suspense and action.

‘Yudhra’ stars Malavika Mohanan and Siddhant Chaturvedi.

Ravi’s last project was ‘Mom’, which went ahead to win various awards, and Raghav is quite excited to work with Ravi.

Raghav said: “Ravi Udyawar is a master at creating a universe filled with suspense and action. His last movie, ‘Mom’ was beautifully shot.”

“I am grateful that he chose me to be part of his next movie, Yudhra. It’s an action-packed project and I’ve worked hard to embody the character. It’s a departure from my usual comedic roles,” he added.

For ‘Yudhra’, Raghav has taken intense boxing training to master high-octane stunts. He adopted the training routine of a professional boxer.

He also incorporated a strict strength training regime to complement his boxing skills.

Actor Raghav Juyal will be working with Oscar winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor on not just one but two projects ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah’ and second one is an untitled film.

His first film with Sikhya Entertainment is ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah’ and the second one is an untitled film. In both the projects, he will be seen playing lead roles. Raghav says working with Guneet is not just enriching but also fun.

Raghav says, “Guneet ma’am is an absolute darling. She is one of those few people in the industry who helped me out personally while I was struggling to balance two projects and not reach a place where I would burn out.”

“For example, she was one of the big factors I could juggle between ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah’ and ‘Kisi ka Bhai Kisi ki Jaan’, since there was an overlap of schedule. In between, I was also down with dengue and she...

Mumbai, June 14 (Ians) Ahead of its premiere, the makers of ‘Jee Karda’ and Prime Video hosted a glamorous red carpet gala event in Mumbai, which had an array of celebrities in attendance.

The event saw Madhur Bhandarkar, Ali Fazal, Richa Chadha, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sanya Malhotra, Aashim Gulati, Suhail Nayyar, Jannat Zubair, Anya Singh, Hussain Dalal, Sayan Banerjee, Karan Singh Chhabra, Anushka Sen, Deepak Dobriyal, Samvedna Suwalka, Vipin Sharma, Aditya Seal, Kritika Kamra and many more celebrities in attendance.

Actress Anya Singh graced the red-carpet gala flaunting a hip-hugging white designer outfit and she kept her hair free-flowing. She looked stunning.

Interacting with the media, she said: “I want everyone to watch this show. I promise it is a really fun show. You will have fun, and the songs are really good.”

An Amazon Original, ‘Jee Karda’ is backed by Maddock Films and penned by Hussain and Abbas Dalal. The series is helmed by Arunima Sharma,...

Mumbai, May 23 (Ians) The teaser of the upcoming web series, ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah’ was unveiled on Tuesday. Without revealing too much, it sets the stage for a gripping investigative fantasy drama as it follows three timelines of 1990, 2001 and 2016.

The series stars Kritika Kamra, Dhairya Karwa and Raghav Juyal in pivotal roles. It has been directed by Umesh Bist of ‘Pagglait’ fame and has been co-written by Puja Banerjee and Sunjoy Shekhar. The teaser blends mysticism, science, and mystery to give you an edge of the seat experience.

Talking about the film, director Umesh Bist said, “I am happy to be a part of this team of dedicated storytellers who have an unflinching passion for good cinema. ‘Gyaarah Gyaarah’ has a lot going for it in terms of the backing of the best producers, a powerful ensemble of young and dynamic actors and passionate writers and a talented crew. We hope to...

After “Mulk” (2018), “Article 15” (2019), “Thappad” (2020) and “Anek” (2022), filmmaker Anubhav Sinha is back with “Bheed,” another hard-hitting film that shines a light on the fabric of Indian society.

The film is set during the 2020 Indian pandemic lockdown and tells the poignant story of migrant workers stranded without basic necessities while trying to go home to their villages. Shot in black and white, it is deliberately evocative of the 1947 partition of the Indian subcontinent into India and Pakistan when people were uprooted from their homes in the largest migration in history.

“When the pandemic hit, people were seeking help on Twitter. Everybody had different strengths so we were helping each other and, and I really got sucked into it. And that was the time when I felt that this film had to be made, this period of time has to be recorded, and I didn’t want it to be just a Coronavirus film,...

Mumbai, March 19 (Ians) Bollywood actor Ashutosh Rana revealed that Rajkummar Rao insisted on being slapped for real to authentically portray a scene in the film, ‘Bheed’.

The actor who has played prominent roles in movies like ‘War’, ‘Pagglait’ and ‘Hungama 2’, shared: “I recall when Rajkummar begged me to truly smack him during a scene to make it look real and believable. Initially, I wasn’t ready to do it, but Anubhav stepped in and told me that if Rajkummar was willing to accept the slap for real, what was holding me back from doing the same?”

“So, we went ahead and did the shot in one go. Thankfully, we had a great tuning with the cameraperson, and the scene turned out to be very effective,” he added.

‘Bheed’ depicts the realistic scenario of various issues and problems faced by the people during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.

It focuses on social...

Mumbai, March 18 (Ians) Film director, producer, and writer Anubhav Sinha shared how apprehensive he was initially to make his movie “Bheed” in black and white as even classic films that were originally black and white are being coloured. He was not sure about the reaction of the audience toward his film.

About the idea of making a black-and-white film in the 21st century, Anubhav said: “I got this idea while we were all working in Alibaug. At first, I was scared to share the idea with the team because I thought it would be rejected, but to my surprise, everyone liked it.”

The well-known filmmaker, who made movies like “Ra.One”, “Tum Bin”, “Dus”, “Thappad”, “Anek”, “Middle Class Love”, “Article 15”, among others, said that he was nervous while thinking about the reaction of viewers after watching his film.

“I was apprehensive about how people would react to this film which is...

Mumbai, March 10 (Ians) The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Bheed’, which stars an ensemble cast, was unveiled on Friday.

The film, directed by Anubhav Sinha of ‘Article 15’ fame, is completely in monochrome and tells the story from India’s recent history of the first nationwide lockdown after Covid-19 was recognised as a health emergency in 2020 and how the migrant workers were ill treated by the authorities as they walked miles for days together at a stretch to reach their homes.

The trailer, which is under 3 minutes in length, starts off with a voice-over of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s famous address to the nation wherein he called for a complete nationwide lockdown, which became the harshest lockdown in the entire world. The corresponding imagery shows migrant workers struggling and getting their hands on whatever available resources they could arrange as they brave police brutality and humiliating treatment by the authorities in their own homeland.

Depicting the hard-hitting reality of social disparity at the times when borders were drawn within the country, Bheed, the Anubhav Sinha directed film starring Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekaer, is a story of the time when migrant workers were stranded without necessities, trying to find their way home in the middle of a nationwide lockdown.

What makes this so unique is that Bhushan Kumar and Anubhav Sinha’s upcoming social drama Bheed was filmed entirely in black and white.

To reveal more about the film, the makers have released a teaser, which is very intriguing. It features pictures, which look like they are from the 1947 India Partition are shockingly from the 2020 India Lockdown reminding similar times when people were uprooted from their homes.

Then they presented us with this

Anubhav Sinha speaking more about the film, says, “Bheed is a story of the most perilous times which changed everything for humanity.

Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, who entertained the audience with his movies like ‘Ra.One’, ‘Tum Bin’, ‘Dus’, ‘Thappad’, is all set to come up with his next intriguing project ‘Bheed’ which will depict the problems faced by common people during the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.

The film focuses on social disparity and shows how the situation was similar to the Partition in 1947, and decided to shoot the film in black and white.

Talking about the reason behind shooting the film in black and white, he explained: “‘Bheed’ is a story of the most perilous times which changed everything for humanity. The key objective of shooting the film in black and white was to showcase how the visuals of the social disparity during India’s Lockdown were strikingly similar to what people went through during the 1947 Partition.”

The director went on about how through this film, he is going to show real stories of people...

Anubhav Sinha’s upcoming social drama “Bheed,” starring Rajkummar Rao and Bhumi Pednekar, is a rarity in contemporary Indian cinema in that it is made completely in black and white.

Images from the film, which is set during the 2020 Indian pandemic lockdown and tells the hard-hitting story of migrant workers stranded without basic necessities while trying to go home to their villages, are deliberately evocative of the 1947 partition of the Indian subcontinent into India and Pakistan and people were uprooted from their homes in the largest migration in history.

Sinha said: ” ‘Bheed’ is a story of the most perilous times which changed everything for humanity. The key objective of shooting the film in black and white was to showcase how the visuals of the social disparity during India’s lockdown were strikingly similar to what people went through during the 1947 India partition. This story is about people whose lives changed...