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In a new edition of This Day That Year, Subhash K Jha revisits Diljit Dosanjh’s sports biopic, Soorma, directed by Shaad Ali which released in 2018. We also hear from Dilijit Dosanjh about the making of the film and becoming Sandeep Singh in a throwback interview.

At a time when supposedly responsible filmmakers are glorifying gangsters, terrorists and sociopaths in ostensible bio-pics, Soorma, about the struggles of hockey champ Sandeep Singh to overcome crippling obstacles to claim a name among sports legends, comes as a gust of unpolluted air.

This is a film that needed to be made, a story about a man whom future generations need to know about and look up to. Damn, the young need role models from our everyday life, not imported super-heroes who can’t save their own egos even as they purport to save civilization from destruction.

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Many know actor Kunal Nayyar as the sweet and socially awkward Rajesh Koothrappali from The Big Bang Theory. But in Netflix’s Criminal: UK Season 2, he plays a role that’s the complete opposite – and it’s one you probably missed. Far from his nerdy sitcom days, Nayyar stepped into the shoes of a cold, twisted suspect in a tense police drama.

Here, his transformation is so brilliant that he looks totally unrecognizable. So, if you thought you knew everything about his acting range, this dark turn will make you think twice. Let’s dive deeper!

You probably missed Kunal Nayyar’s sinister transformation in Criminal: UK

If you only know Kunal Nayyar as Raj, the shy and often awkward-around-the-ladies guy from The Big Bang Theory, then get ready for a significant shock. Yes, in Criminal: UK Season 2 Episode 4, the actor delivers a performance so dark and chilling that fans...

Rishab Shetty’s intriguing comment about Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s filmmaking vision.(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Rishab Shetty, some time ago, was featured in the Amazon Prime Video TV show hosted by Rana Daggubati on his show titled The Rana Daggubati Show. This show was a super hit, and many celebrities appeared and made headlines for making the show a huge success.

On the same show, Rishab Shetty opened up about how, despite the raging controversies linked up with Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the filmmaker has a crazy vision like no other when it comes to movies.

He said, “It’s crazy; nobody can think like him, and I think even he can’t think the same way again. I’d love to be involved in any projects he’s currently working on.”

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What happened to Sanjay Dutt’s The Good Maharaja? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Good Maharaja is an Indo-Polish war epic film that promised to bring a remarkable historical tale to the screen. Directed by Vikash Verma and produced by G7 Films Poland, the story centers on Maharaja Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja of Nawanagar who sheltered 1,000 Polish children during World War II. Sanjay Dutt stars as the titular Maharaja, joined by Dhruv Verma in a lead role, with Deepraj Rana, Gulshan Grover, and Sharad Kapoor in supporting parts.

With a staggering ₹400 crore (US$47 million) budget, the film was to rank among India’s most expensive films. Filming began in February 2020 in Hindi, English, and Polish, aiming to blend action, drama, and a cross-cultural love story. Initially conceived by Omung Kumar of Legend Studios, the project faced legal hurdles that shifted its trajectory, leaving its fate uncertain as of March 2025.

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With its 12 seasons and massive popularity, "The Big Bang Theory" made stars of its main cast. However, such a long stint in a popular role can condition fans to associate the actor with their beloved character, which creates a potential problem for those who wish to break from the mold. In Kunal Nayyar's case, he decided to go all in to remind audiences that he can play roles that are extremely different from his kind-hearted "The Big Bang Theory" character Raj Koothrappali. To this end, after "The Big Bang Theory" ended in 2019, Nayyar took a role in the Netflix series "Criminal" -- and what a role it is. In the final episode of the show's 2020 series 2, titled "Sandeep," Nayyar portrays an extremely memorable convicted murderer named Sandeep Singh. The episode revolves around an interrogation that turns into a twisted negotiation when it turns out Sandeep has information on two mysterious disappearances,...

What is Kantara star Rishab Shetty up to next? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Rishab Shetty, who impressed the audience with his performance in Kantara, has signed up for his next ambitious project. The actor has been cast in the lead role in a biopic of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Titled The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the film is described as a magnum opusdirected by Sandeep Singh. It is expected to be one of the most epic historical drams of recent years.

Rishab Shetty to star in The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj chronicles the life and rise of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary Maratha ruler and warrior who changed the course of Indian history with his bravery.

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Prasar Bharati, India’s public broadcasting heavyweight, rolled out its streaming platform Waves at the International Film Festival of India (Iffi) in Goa, marking the state broadcaster’s entry into the country’s competitive streaming space.

The platform launches with a slate spanning 12+ languages and 10+ genres, featuring everything from video-on-demand content to free gaming, radio streaming, and 65 live channels. In a bid to differentiate itself from existing streamers, Waves also integrates e-commerce capabilities through a partnership with Ondc (Open Network for Digital Commerce).

“It is indeed a momentous occasion for the Indian entertainment industry with the launch of Waves Ott,” said Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant at the launch event. “I am very happy to see the diverse range of content on the platform, including a host of films and content across languages including Konkani.” In India and many Asian countries, streaming is also referred to by the acronym Ott...

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Introduction About ‘Fauji 2’ Premiering on Doordarshan Cast and Crew Show Schedule and Viewing Details Reviving the Legacy of ‘Fauji’ Conclusion Introduction

‘Fauji 2’, the highly anticipated military drama, premieres tonight on Doordarshan. Set to air every Monday to Thursday at 9 pm, this show marks a major comeback for the channel’s iconic legacy. Sandeep Singh brings this story to life, continuing the narrative from the original ‘Fauji’ series, which made waves in Indian television history. The premiere airs exclusively on Dd National.

About ‘Fauji 2’

‘Fauji 2’ is a fresh chapter in the story of brave Indian soldiers. The show revisits the high-stakes world of military training, discipline, and heroism while introducing a new generation of characters.

Format: The show follows the intense journey of young cadets who face various challenges while preparing to serve their country. Tone: A mix of patriotism, action, and drama, ‘Fauji 2...

There has been confusion surrounding the submission of Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, directed by Randeep Hooda, for the Oscars. On Tuesday, the film’s makers announced on Instagram that the biopic had been “officially submitted for the Oscars,” leading many to believe it was India’s official entry for the prestigious awards. This claim caused a stir, especially since the Film Federation of India (Ffi) had already declared Laapataa Ladies as the country’s official submission a day earlier.

Ravi Kottakara, the President of the Ffi, responded to the confusion, clarifying that the information was incorrect. He emphasized that only Laapataa Ladies had been sent as India’s official entry and that the makers of Savarkar had miscommunicated their submission status.

The makers shared the news and captioned, “Honored and humbled! Our film SwatantryaVeer Savarkar has officially been submitted for the Oscars.

Thank You Film Federation Of India for this remarkable appreciation.

Chandu Champion Star Kartik Aaryan On Negativity(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Kartik Aaryan’s Chandu Champion was released in theatres on June 14, 2024. Directed by Kabir Khan, it is a sports biographical drama based on the life of India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, Murlikant Petkar. Kartik received immense praise for his performance, and the movie also received positive reviews. However, the film is struggling a bit to mint good numbers at the box office.

Chandu Champion is Kartik Aaryan’s first theatrical release of 2024. The actor had a hit last year with ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’. His 2022 horror comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 also earned good numbers. The actor has a fantastic fan following and is one of the most beloved actors in the country. However, despite all this, Kartik has to deal with negativity in his career.

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Bhojpuri actress Rani Chatterjee, on Saturday, shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) glimpse from her recently released song ‘Bajawa DJ’.

Rani, who is known for her work in ‘Sasura Bada Paisawala’, ‘Devra Bada Satawela’, took to Instagram, and shared a reel video with her 1.8 million followers.

The visual shows her wearing a short dress and silver heels and sensually dancing on the dance floor. The video has a tagline “behind the scenes”.

The post is captioned: “My new song sorry late update kar rahi hu #bajawadj #bhojpurisong.”

The song is sung by Bunty Singh Babla and Mamta Raut.

Meanwhile, she is currently shooting for her upcoming film ‘Didi No 1’. Produced by Sandeep Singh and Arvind Agarwal, and directed by Praveen Kumar Guduri. The film is written by Satender Singh.

Rani next has projects like ‘Mera Pati Mera Devta Hai’, ‘Naache Dulha Gali Gali’, ‘Pariwar Ke Babu’ and ‘Bhabhi Maa’ in the pipeline.

Actress Ankita Lokhande recently attended the premiere of Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directorial ‘Heeramandi’ with her husband Vicky Jain. The actress shared a picture with Sanjay Leela Bhansali on her social media and wrote about how she was in “total awe” of the filmmaker’s grand vision.

“The way he presents women in his film is a masterclass to every filmmaker out there on how to use actresses’ strengths as an addition to the narrative I personally am a big fan of Sanjay sir’s work and to witness his majestic masterpiece, that moment was totally worth it Every frame is grand, every character leaves an impression. Every actress is dream-like! I can’t wait for you all to witness this maestro’s #Heeramandi on Netflix on May 1st ,” she wrote as the caption of the post.

Ever since Ankita shared the post, her fans have been commenting about how they...

When Ankita Lokhande moved on from Television to conquer Bollywood, no one imagined that she’d experience success at such a grand level. She has been selective about the scripts she’s chosen, but every project she picked, she shone in it and how!

The ethereal beauty is probably one of the rarest to have paved a successful path from Television to Bollywood, and all the way, she has proven that she has acting prowess to look up to. Her Bollywood debut ‘Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi’ is one such example. As Jhalkari Bai, Ankita held the audience’s attention and aced the role to the T. Her performance garnered love and appreciation from both audience and critics alike, and made way for her to become the first choice for such period dramas.

Her latest film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ further solidified Ankita’s status as the first choice for period...

Swatantrya Veer Savarkar has quietly carved its own path to success, emerging as a sleeper hit that has captivated audiences across India and beyond. Directed and led by the versatile Randeep Hooda, the film has defied expectations, steadily gaining momentum and grossing over 30 crores worldwide.

Since its release on March 22nd, Swatantrya Veer Savarkar has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity, with each passing week witnessing a steady increase in audience attendance and engagement. The film’s compelling narrative, centered around the iconic and controversial freedom fighter Veer Savarkar, has struck a chord with viewers, transcending regional boundaries to become a nationwide favorite.

What sets Swatantrya Veer Savarkar apart is not just its box office success, but also its impact beyond the silver screen. The film has sparked meaningful conversations and debates, igniting interest in the life and legacy of Veer Savarkar and the armed revolution for Indian independence. From...

Patriot Games

The Hong Kong government has licensed the broadcast rights to the Summer Olympic Games in Paris. It intends to relicense the rights to four TV broadcasters in the city – Tvb, ViuTV, Hoy TV and government-owned Rthk. While in most territories, broadcasters negotiate directly with the International Olympic Committee or its agents, the Hong Kong government previously intervened in bidding for rights to the Tokyo Olympics, held in 2021. It also organized large public screenings in shopping malls.

“By procuring the broadcasting rights for these two games in Hong Kong, members of the public will be able to enjoy the Paris Og and PG [Paralympic Games] on television free of charge, and to cheer for Mainland and Hong Kong athletes,” said Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Kevin Yeung.

While the cost of the rights was not disclosed, Yeung said that the fee was lower than the rights for Tokyo. If correct,...

Actress Ankita Lokhande has been roped to star in a series based on royal courtesan Amrapali by filmmaker Sandeep Singh, who produced the film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’.

According to a statement, Sandeep is all set to showcase the life of the royal dancer from the Republic of Vaishali in ancient India. Ankita has been roped in to portray Amrapali, the celebrated nagarvadhu.

Ankita said that she has received immense appreciation across the globe for playing Yamunabai in the film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, because of which she has been getting “film offers with strong performance-oriented characters”.

She added: “But I need to choose wisely, and yes, after ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ it’s Amrapali. I will be making a few more good selections soon. Amrapali will be a surprise for me and the audience. I hope to live up to their expectations.”

The series will tell the journey of the dancer from...

Filmmaker Sandeep Singh is collaborating with Ankita Lokhande for a grand web series project centered around the legendary royal courtesan, Amrapali. The series, titled ‘Amrapali,’ is set to be a magnum opus production under the banner of Legend Studios.

A Royal Tale Unfolds ‘

Amrapali’ promises to delve deep into the captivating tale of the legendary royal courtesan, Amrapali, known for her beauty, grace, and influential presence in ancient India. The series is expected to offer viewers a mesmerizing glimpse into the opulent world of ancient royalty, with Ankita Lokhande essaying the titular role.

Music Maestro Ismail Darbar’s Return

Adding to the anticipation is the return of music maestro Ismail Darbar, who is making a comeback with ‘Amrapali.’ His musical genius is expected to elevate the storytelling, enriching the series with soul-stirring melodies and captivating tunes.

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Mumbai, March 24 (Ians) Actress Ankita Lokhande went down memory lane and recalled her conversation with late Bollywood star and former beau Sushant Singh Rajput about his 2015 film ‘Detective Byomkesh Bakshy’.

Talking to Ians about the world of cinema giving different learnings, producer Sandeep Singh said: “ ‘Mughal-e-Azam’, ‘Mother India’, ‘Do Bigha Zamin’, ‘Deewar’, ‘Mandi’, ‘Mausam’ and ‘Aandhi’ taught us.”

” ‘Satya’ gave us a different world and so did ‘Bandit Queen’, which gave us a completely different world (onscreen).”

Chiming into the conversation, Ankita said: “I just remembered something, when ‘Byomkesh Bakshy’ released, then Sushant used to say that today people wouldn’t understand the film, but there will be a time when people will understand this kind of cinema.”

‘Detective Byomkesh Bakshy!’ is directed and co-written by Dibakar Banerjee, which is based on the fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi, created by the Bengali writer Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay.

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Actress Ankita Lokhande, who has been receiving acclaim for her role in the movie ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, is planning to host a Holi party for her friends and family. This celebration, named ‘AnVi ki Raas-Leela,’ will be the third consecutive year that Ankita and her husband Vicky Jain are organizing such an event.

Speaking about their Holi plans, producer Sandeep Singh mentioned to Ians, “Ankita has thrown the biggest party in Mumbai and she has called all her friends there.” Ankita herself shared her excitement, stating, “It’s called AnVi ki Raas-Leela. It’s our third year. Will not just be having fun with my friends but also with my producer and my family.”

The success of the movie ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, starring Randeep Hooda, has contributed to Ankita’s joyous mood as she gears up to celebrate Holi with her loved ones. The film depicts the inspiring...

Randeep Hooda, known for his versatile acting skills, has recently ventured into directing with his debut film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’. The movie has garnered a positive response, particularly for its unique approach to honoring the forgotten stories of freedom fighters. One such innovative aspect is the AI-generated National Anthem created by the film’s team on the occasion of Martyr’s Day.

The National Anthem used in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ serves as a tribute to various freedom fighters whose narratives have faded from mainstream historical accounts. These include names like V. D. Savarkar, Vasudev Balwant Phadke, Lala Hardyal, Shyamji Verma, Ganesh Babarao Savarkar, Madanlal Dhingra, Khudiram Bose, Chapekar Brothers, Anant Kanhere, and Madam Bhikaji Cama.

Randeep Hooda expressed his thoughts on this AI-generated rendition, emphasizing the importance of bringing to light the stories of India’s unsung heroes. He stated, “Our team has worked on a unique AI-created national anthem...

Actress Ankita Lokhande did not charge a “single rupee” for her latest release ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ starring Randeep Hooda, reveals producer Sandeep Singh.

Ankita has time and again played meaty characters on screen.

Be it Archana from the show ‘Pavitra Rishta’, Jhalkari bai in ‘Manikarnika: The Queen Of Jhansi” or her latest ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, where she essays an unsung hero and a courageous companion Yamunabai to Randeep’s character, Ankita, has always enchanted the audience with her acting prowess.

Talking to Ians about picking such roles, Ankita said: “That comes naturally to me but I don’t choose it purposely.”

The film’s producer Sandeep added that she is an actor with high caliber and hence she lands such strong roles.

Sandeep shared: “Producers like us or Ekta Kapoor, Kangana or Kamal Jain, we all know what kind of caliber she has as an actor. So, we come with those kinds of quality-driven,...

After a successful stint on “Bigg Boss 17,” Ankita Lokhande swiftly announced her next venture on social media. The “Pavitra Rishta” actress revealed her role in Randeep Hooda’s upcoming film, ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,’ marking her return to the big screen as Yamunabai.

With viral stills showcasing her immersion into the character, Lokhande’s portrayal is generating significant buzz. Randeep Hooda, via Twitter, introduced Yamunabai Savarkar, highlighting her pivotal role in India’s Freedom Struggle.

Yamuna Bai Savarkar; the fierce woman, the unsung heroine & the courageous companion who stood by #SwatantryaVeerSavarkar in India’s Freedom Struggle #YamunaBaiSavarkar

In Cinemas Tomorrow #VeerSavarkarOn22ndMarch#WhoKilledHisStory

Trailer out now

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— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) March 21, 2024

Produced by Zee Studios, Anand Pandit, Randeep Hooda, Sandeep Singh, and Yogesh Rahar, with co-producers Roopa Pandit, Sam Khan, Anwar Ali, and Panchali Chakraborty, the film also stars Amit Sial in prominent roles.

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The new promotional video from the Randeep Hooda-starrer ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ shows the ideological battle between Mahatma Gandhi and the subject of the film V.D. Savarkar. The video shows Mahatma Gandhi’s advocacy of non-violent resistance juxtaposed against Veer Savarkar’s ideology of armed revolution as the catalyst for India’s freedom.

In the promo, Mahatma Gandhi claims that “Ram Rajya” is achieved through non-violent sacrifices and civil disobedience. While Veer Savarkar states that achieving “Ram Rajya” is only possible by defeating the Ravan.

Earlier, Randeep spoke about his journey on the film being a testing one given that it had been 2 years in the making. However, he found strength in his perseverance.

He said: “The journey was honestly quite testing given that it’s my first film as a director. However, I invested my energy in making the story more detailed. Normally, anyone would start with a...

Actor Randeep Hooda, who is making his directorial debut with the upcoming bi-lingual film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, has opened up on what led to the negative image of his film’s subject, freedom fighter and politician V.D. Savarkar.

The actor recently spoke about his film, the taxing journey of his directorial debut, the source of his perseverance, and the causes that led to the maligning of Savarkar’s reputation in the public eye.

The actor feels that Savarkar is one of the most misunderstood men in the history, and that his name has been purposely maligned in the eyes of Indians. Furnishing the reason behind the same, he told Ians, “Most of it is political. He was the man who coined ‘Hindutva’ the political ideology of freedom which was all-encompassing.”

“After Bapu’s assassination, certain political sections started vilifying him although there was no judicial proof of his involvement in the assassination.

Swatantrya Veer Savarkar has been the centre of discussions in the country ever sinceI was first announced. Written directed and starring Randeep Hood, the film releases on March 22nd. The film. Is the story of Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’s life, his contributions, and the hidden facts of the Indian Armed struggle for Independence.

When the date announcement teaser released in Ja uary, one of the things that stood out was the inteuguing rap that captured everyone’s attention. The Hindi-Marathi version ‘Savarkar’ instantly became viral and now the full song “The Savarkar Rage” dropped today. The Rap in Marathi and Hindi has been written, composed, and sung by Urban Street Artist Sambata. The song has been mixed and mastered by Hruthic Kailas Katke (khakiee) and the beat was produced by Hruthic Kailas Katke (khakiee). The rap ends with proclaiming “Savarkar laya Kranti Ka Daur (Armed Revolution)”

Speaking about the song Randeep Hooda said,...

Actor Randeep Hooda, who is gearing up for his upcoming directorial debut ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, has recently visited the memorial of freedom fighter Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, along with his co-star Ankita Lokhande.

The actor, who stars in the film in the titular role, took to the social media, and dropped a series of photographs, wherein he can be seen wearing a black T-shirt, matching pants and a brown jacket.

Ankita wore a green saree, and paired it with a blue blouse.

Randeep penned a note, which stated: “Visited the house and memorial of one of the tallest leaders of our freedom struggle Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak ji, one can still feel the energy of revolution, where young Veer Savarkar and many got influenced and galvanised to take part in the Swarajya Movement and the struggle for Independence. Saw the original First Flag Of #Bharat hoisted by Madam Bhikaji Came...

Actor Randeep Hooda recently unveiled the song ‘The Savarkar Rage’ from his upcoming movie ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.’ According to him, if an armed revolution were to happen in contemporary times, rap would be the ideal genre for revolutionaries to convey their message.

‘The Savarkar Rage,’ described by Randeep as the film’s mood, was written, composed, and sung by urban street artist Sambata. The beat was created by Hruthic Kailas Katke (Khakiee), and the rap concludes with the proclamation “Savarkar Laya Kranti Ka Daur.”

Randeep expressed, “‘The Savarkar Rage’ encapsulates the film’s mood. If an armed revolution were to occur today, and revolutionaries had access to all available music, they would opt for rap to communicate their revolutionary ideas.”

He continued, “I listened to rap artistes from India and abroad and selected Sambata out of hundreds of rappers. I briefed Sambata about the film, and he beautifully captured Savarkar’s angst.

Mumbai, March 4 (Ians) Actress Ankita Lokhande, who essays the role of Yamunabai Savarkar, the wife of V. D. Savarkar, in the upcoming Randeep Hooda-directorial ‘Swantantrya Veer Savarkar’, has said that her director and fellow actor was not in favour of make-up for her character.

She said Randeep did so to bring out the rawness of the character.

The film, which had its trailer unveiled in Mumbai on Monday, is based on the life of V.D. Savarkar and promises to show his importance in India’s struggle for Independence.

The actress told Ians, “I relate with Yamunabai because she is a very strong woman. If I talk about the preparations for this role, Randeep gave me freedom as an actor. As a director, he’d listen to how I wanted to perform/execute a scene and then tell me what he wanted me to do. This character isn’t about dialogues,...

The trailer of the upcoming Randeep Hooda-starrer ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ is set to be unveiled on Monday. The film marks the directorial debut of Randeep, who is known for films such as ‘Highway’, ‘Extraction’, ‘Kick’ and ‘Sarbjit’.

The trailer of the film will be unveiled at a multiplex in the Juhu area of Mumbai.

Taking to X (formerly called Twitter), Randeep on Sunday shared the news of the trailer launch with his followers.

Sharing the film’s poster, he wrote in his tweet: “Unsung and unheard, until now! Join us as we reveal the untold story of The Most Controversial Revolutionary of Akhand Bharat #SwatantryaVeerSavarkar. #SwatantryaVeerSavarkarTrailer Out Tomorrow.”

‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ presents the tale of Vinayak Damodar Savarkar.

Randeep, who has also helmed the film, stars in the titular role. The film also stars Ankita Lokhande, and Amit Sial.

Earlier, Randeep visited the ‘Kalapani’ or the cellular jail in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands,...

Its raining biopics of revered 17th century Indian ruler Shivaji Bhonsle in Mumbai.

Days after Sandeep Singh’s “The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj” was announced, billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Studios and actors Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh’s Mumbai Film Company have unveiled their collaboration on “Raja Shivaji.” Both films were revealed on the occasion of the 394th birth anniversary of Shivaji, Feb. 19. Shivaji (1630-1680) founded the Maratha empire when most of India was under Mughal rule, winning his territories using a mixture of military moves and strategic nous.

“Raja Shivaji,” a bilingual in the Marathi and Hindi languages, will trace the journey of the young Shivaji, who fought against the powers that be and was crowned as Chhatrapati (monarch). Riteish Deshmukh will direct and play the title role. Deshmukh debuted as a director and also starred in 2022 blockbuster “Ved.” The cinematography is by Santosh Sivan (2023 Rotterdam title...

On January 23, 2026, a highly anticipated film titled “The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj” is set to hit theaters in six languages, marking the directorial debut of producer Sandeep Singh. The mega-budget production, spearheaded by Immerso Studios and Legend Studios, promises to be a cinematic extravaganza celebrating the legendary figure of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

The unveiling of the first poster was a momentous occasion, graced by the presence of Shri Nitin Gadkari, the Minister of Road Transport & Highways in the Government of India. As the poster was revealed, it offered a glimpse into the grandeur and magnificence of the film, generating significant anticipation among audiences.

Nitin Gadkari Unveils First Poster Of ‘Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’… 23 Jan 2026 Release In 6 Languages… Producer #SandeepSingh makes his directorial debut with a mega-budget film, titled #ThePrideOfBharat – #ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj.

Shri #NitinGadkari [Minister of Road… pic.twitter.com/LuOFEZAuIp

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 16, 2024

Scheduled for release during the Republic Day weekend, the film aims to captivate audiences across linguistic boundaries,...

The upcoming film ‘The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’ will showcase the life of the Maratha warrior king. The poster of the film was unveiled by Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari.

The film also marks Sandeep Singh’s second film as a director. This is for the first time that a film on Shivaji Maharaj will be made in several languages like Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Marathi.

Talking about the film, Sandeep Singh said: “It’s taken me 23 years of hard struggle to build and create a position to debut as a director for my first mega budget film, ‘The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’.There could be nothing better than this. I have been working on the script since 2019, five years of labour and love. I hope our audience will appreciate our film and the efforts invested in it.”

He further...

India’s Sandeep Singh will direct “The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,” a biopic of revered 17th century Indian ruler Shivaji Bhonsle.

Singh has produced several acclaimed films including Toronto title, boxing biopic “Mary Kom” (2014), where he served as co-producer, Asia Pacific Screen Awards-winning gay rights drama “Aligarh” (2015) and slum soccer film “Jhund” (2022). He made his directorial debut with ZEE5 streaming original, the transgender-themed “Safed” (2023). The Shivaji biopic will be his first theatrical feature film as director.

Shivaji (1630-1680), who hailed from the Hindu religion, founded the Maratha empire when most of India was under the rule of Muslim monarchs, winning his territories using a mixture of military moves and strategic nous. At a time when the Moghul emperor Aurangzeb was persecuting Hindus, the community rallied by Shivaji, who was crowned as Chhatrapati (monarch). During India’s independence movement, Shivaji was held in high esteem as a Hindu nationalist hero,...

Randeep Hooda is taking on a new avatar, that of director in a fascinating project. His directorial debut, titled Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, shines the light on an indomitable figure in India’s fight for freedom. The film brings to life the legendary yet neglected tale of Swatantrya Veer Savarkar – a visionary and a firebrand.

Randeep is not only taking the director’s chair, he is also playing the lead character. We have heard that Randeep’s portrayal promises to be a tour de force, showcasing his dedication to encapsulating the essence and fervor of this iconic freedom fighter, shedding light on the grit, passion, and complexity of a man obscured by history’s veils.

Randeep Hooda expressed, “After almost two years in Kalapani with Mr Savarkar, it’s finally time for him to step out to freedom. The journey has been tough, but it has made me go beyond myself...

Release Date Announcement: Mark your calendars for March 22, 2024, as the much-anticipated biopic, “Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,” gears up for a grand release. The film, presented in Hindi and Marathi languages, not only brings forth the intriguing life of Veer Savarkar but also marks Randeep Hooda’s directorial debut.

Randeep Hooda in the Title Role:

The versatile actor, Randeep Hooda, takes on the challenging title role in “Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.” Stepping into the shoes of the iconic freedom fighter, Hooda not only leads the cast but also showcases his directorial skills in this cinematic endeavor.

‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ Release Date Announcement… Will Release In Two Languages… 22 March 2024 is the release date of #SwatantryaVeerSavarkar, which will release in #Hindi and #Marathi languages… #RandeepHooda stars in the title role and also makes his directorial debut… pic.twitter.com/Pq6n6WSHfD

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 30, 2024Star-studded Cast:

Apart from Hooda, the film features Ankita Lokhande and Amit Sial,...

Actor Pankaj Tripathi, who will be seen portraying Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the upcoming biopic ‘Main Atal Hoon’, on Monday was spotted at the Siddhivinayak Temple, as he celebrated the 99th birth anniversary of the late Prime Minister.

Pankaj was accompanied by the director of the movie Ravi Jadhav, producer Sandeep Singh and other team members of the movie.

The ‘Omg 2’ actor wore a white kurta and dhoti, and carried a red cloth around his neck.

Celebrating the 99th birth anniversary of Vajpayee, the makers have also dropped the first song titled ‘Desh Phele.’

The song takes you into the world of Vajpayee, a poet who rewrote history. Sung by Jubin Nautiyal, the heart-touching lyrics are penned by Manoj Muntashir and composed by Payal Dev.

Directed by award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, and written by Rishi Virmani and Ravi Jadhav, the movie is a Bhanushali Studios Limited and Legend Studios production,...

Meera Chopra Says She Never Got Any Help In Bollywood From Priyanka Chopra Or Parineeti Chopra! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Actress Meera Chopra has been active in show business since 2005. She’s a pretty renowned name in the Tamil and Telugu industry. She made her Bollywood debut in 2016 with 1920 London. The actress often makes noise over her connection with Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Parineeti Chopra. But claims the “sisterhood” is missing between the cousins. Scroll below for all the details!

While Pari and her “Mimi di” share a beautiful bond, Meera is barely seen with her cousins. The actress has broken her silence and mentioned how she’s never gotten any help from Priyanka despite being really close to her family.

Meera says she never got any help from Parineeti or Priyanka Chopra

Meera Chopra told Siddharth Kannan in the latest interview, “From the start, there was not much closeness between...

Meera Chopra, who will be seen in Sandeep Singh’s film ‘Safed’, says that being sans makeup in a film is the most challenging part for any actress. The actress, who works in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films, was speaking about her role in the film, which is about the dark world of a widow and an eunuch who, isolated and abandoned by society, find solace in each other.

Talking about how challenging the role was for her, Chopra candidly said, “Without hair styling and makeup, we become conscious about our looks in front of the camera.”

She continued: “When I started shooting for this film, I tried to put a base on my face, but my director, Sandeep, sent me back to wash my face. It was refreshing for me to be like that. I used to just get up, wash my face and go for the shoot. It...

Coimbatore, Aug 22 (Ians) The seasoned N. Thangaraja of Sri Lanka shared the lead with Indian rookies Saptak Talwar and Aryan Roopa Anand after the first round as the trio posted scores of six-under 66 in the Rs. 1 crore Coimbatore Open 2023, here on Tuesday.

Tata Steel Pgti Rankings leader Om Prakash Chouhan (67) of Mhow was one shot behind the leaders in fourth place at the Coimbatore Golf Club.

Thangaraja hit his irons and chips with pin-point precision on Tuesday which helped him collect seven birdies in exchange for a lone bogey. Thanga, as he is popularly known, landed it extremely close to the pins leaving himself birdie putts within three feet on six occasions.

The other highlight of his round was the drive on the par-4 15th which found the green and led to a two-putt for birdie. The 42-year-old Colombo-based player’s only setback was a bogey on the 17th.

Thangaraja,...

A legal war surrounding the intellectual property rights (IPRs) of the upcoming film ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ has flared up between the actor-director-producer Randeep Hooda and the co-producers Sandeep Singh and Anand Pandit. Randeep’s legal representatives M/s Halai and Co. sent a legal notice to Sandeep Singh and Anand Pandit stating that Randeep was “approached” to play the lead role in the film when the film’s script wasn’t even in place and Mahesh Manjrekar was said to be directing the film.

Randeep’s legal team has claimed that the actor’s dates of engagement with the project and he was assured that the shoot would start in June 2022 with the filming getting completed in August 2022. Keeping this in mind, Randeep underwent a rigorous physical transformation involving substantial weight loss in a short span.

After not getting a script in place, Randeep got onboard another writer but was...

The makers of Abhay Verma and Meera Chopra-starrer ‘Safed’ unveiled the teaser of the social drama on Thursday.

It showcases the victims of social oppression, and how the lead duo find solace, and redemption in each other, melting away their lonely existence.

Abhay, who is known for his work in ‘The Family Man’ and ‘Uljhe Hue’ is seen as ‘Chaandi’, while Meera Chopra, who has appeared in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi films, and is known for projects like ‘Bangaram’, ‘Lee’, ‘Vaana’, ‘1920 London’ and ‘Section 375’ among others, is portraying the character of ‘Kaali’.

The film is a love story between a transgender (Chaandi) and a widow (Kaali).

The teaser opens with a message ‘Insaan Hun, Gaali Nahi… Kaali-Chandi’, along with a voiceover which says “Safed rang pehannne se vidhwa ho jate hain”, to which another voice replies “vidhwa hokar safed ho jate hain”.

It shows the face...

Producer Sandeep Singh on Monday announced that he’s shelving the film on Tipu Sultan, the celebrated king of Mysore and shared that the reason behind this is because he, his family and friends are getting threats from Tipu’s followers.

He took to Twitter on Monday to announce the shelving of the contentious film on Tipu Sultan.

“The film on Hazrat Tipu Sultan will not be made. I kindly request my fellow brothers and sister to refrain from threatening or abusing my family, friends and me. I sincerely apologise if I have unintentionally hurt anyone’s religious sentiments,” he tweeted.

The statement further read: “It was never my intention to do so, as I firmly believe in respecting all beliefs. As Indians, let us forever unite and always give respect to one another!”

The film was supposed to be co-produced by Sandeep, Eros International and Rashmi Sharma Films.

It...

Actor Pankaj Tripathi on Saturday announced the wrap up of the final schedule of the much-awaited film ‘Main Atal Hoon’.

Helmed by National Award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, ‘Main Atal Hoon’ features Pankaj as Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the three-time Prime Minister of India.

During the Lucknow shooting schedule, the film’s makers met the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, and discussed the film at length.

The film wrapped up its final schedule in Mumbai on Saturday. The film is shot in 45 days across locations in Mumbai, Delhi, Kanpur and Lucknow promises to take the viewers through Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s childhood and extraordinary political journey.

Pankaj took to social media, and shared a video wherein we can see BTS clips from the shoot of the movie, and a glimpse of the actor as Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

He captioned the post in Hindi: “This ‘Atal’ journey will always be remembered and cherished.

Honoured with the Padma Shri and four times National Award winning actress Kangana Ranaut and filmmaker Sandeep Singh are to launch a film soon. Kangana Ranaut is known to be particular about her roles that have not only won the critics and the audience alike but also fetched her laurels and awards.

Having made a mark in films like Queen, Thalaivii, Krrish 3, Tanu Weds Manu and Tanu Weds Manu Returns, to name a few, Kangana Ranaut is currently garnering praises for Emergency.

On the other hand filmmaker Sandeep Singh, known for films like Rowdy Rathore, Ram-Leela, Mary Kom, Aligarh, Sarbjit, Bhoomi, Jhund and whose forthcoming ventures include Swatantryaveer Savarkar, Main Atal Hoon, Bal Shivaji, Saharasri, Safed, Tipu, to name a few, is known for choosing taut and remarkable stories that are out of the ordinary.

Announcing her collaboration with filmmaker Sandeep Singh, Padma Shri awardee actress Kangana Ranaut said,...

Marking 75 years of business tycoon Subrata Roy’s life today – June 10th, a platinum celebration, producers Sandeep Singh and Dr. Jayantilal Gada (pen studios), with director Sudipto Sen announced Saharasri – a biopic on the founder of Sahara India Pariwar. India Today listed Subrata Roy to be one of the most powerful persons in 2012 and his name was even mentioned in the world’s most prestigious magazine, Time, for having created the highest job opportunities for Indians.

Saharasri unfolds an engrossing tale of business magnate Subrata Roy’s days as a relatively unknown entity rising up to be India’s most influential and dynamic individual everyone in the country knew about. Subrata Roy’s life story reads like a Sidney Sheldon novel.

Sandeep Singh said, “Regardless of what the world may think or say about Shri Subrata Roy, their perception is based solely on their lack of personal acquaintance with the man.

Producer Sandeep Singh has roped in director Sudipto Sen for a film. The details are being kept under wraps, but the collaboration has already piqued curiosity amongst people as both, Singh and Sen are known to make films with unusual and exceptional subjects. An announcement can be expected soon.

Sudipto Sen posted on social media, “Proud to join hands with the phenomenal producer Sandeep Singh, whose exceptional films, especially ‘Aligarh’ that has left an indelible mark. I’ve always been captivated by his brave choices as stories like ‘Savarkar’, ‘Atal’ and ‘Tipu’ needs a lot of courage and determination to bring into life. Can’t wait to bring our creative visions together.”...

‘Sairat’ star Akash Thosar is set to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the upcoming Marathi film ‘Bal Shivaji’.

The film was announced on Tuesday on the occasion of the 349th anniversary of the coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as the king of Maratha Swaraj.

The first look of the film was also unveiled on the occasion.

The film, directed by Ravi Jadhav, will capture the adolescent years of the courageous Maratha warrior king, revealing gripping and compelling details that transpired in his life from the time he turned 12 to the age of 16.

Talking about the film, Ravi Jadhav said: “My film will show the invaluable contribution made by Chhatrapatti Shivaji Maharaj’s parents, Jijamata and Shahaji Raje Bhosale, building a strong foundation for him as a child. How from a young age his skills were sharpened as a warrior and a ruler. I worked on the script for nine years...

Producers Anand Pandit, Sandeep Singh and actor Randeep Hooda launched the teaser of ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ on Savarkar Jayanti – May 28, 2023, marking the 140th birth anniversary of the fearless revolutionary. Today India celebrates the birth anniversary of one of the most controversial and influential revolutionary leaders from the Indian freedom struggle – Veer Savarkar.

Marking this important date, the makers of Swatantrya Veer Savarkar have launched a hard-hitting teaser that has left the audience in awe and shock with an intriguing question. While most of us have heard stories of various leaders, activists, and freedom fighters from those times, Savarkar’s ideologies and contributions have never been highlighted in Indian history books.

Savarkar was a revolutionary who was ‘most wanted by the Britishers’ because of his strong influence in building the armed revolution in India, which contributed immensely to India getting its freedom.

He also inspired the likes of Veer Bhagat Singh,...

Mumbai, May 7 (Ians) Acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi has shared an update about his next ‘Main Atal Hoon’. He has commenced shooting for the film.

Today, the makers officially announced the filming of ‘Main Atal Hoon’. The movie will revolve around the life and political career of India’s beloved leader, Atal Bihari Vajpayee who was not only a politician but also a poet, a gentleman and a statesman.

Commencing the shoot in Mumbai, the team will have a long schedule of more than 45 days covering different parts of our country like Mumbai and Lucknow.

“Getting a chance to play the role of our great leader, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee was an honour in itself. We went through rigorous reading sessions, to understand the dialect, his lifestyle and his vision for India. I feel elated today as we begin shooting for Main Atal Hoon,” shared Pankaj.

Director Ravi Jadhav added, “I...

MoviesThe announcement regarding Tipu comes parallel to the country-wide release of The Kerala Story, another film that has stirred controversy based on the allegations of containing anti-Muslim sentiments.FilmPosterIn what appears to be yet another Hindutva propaganda piece in the making, a film on Tipu Sultan has been announced. The film, titled Tipu, is produced by Rashmi Sharma and by Sandeep Singh, who also produced the biopic on RSS ideologue Savarkar, which is expected to release later this year. According to the announcement, the production house Eros International will be bankrolling Tipu and the film will be directed by Pawan Sharma. The announcement of the Tipu Sultan film was accompanied by a short video clip that makes multiple claims which come off as Islamophobic in nature. The video clip claims that during Tipu’s time, “8000 temples and 27 churches were destroyed.” It also adds, “Four million Hindus were forced to convert...