Someone who has navigated seamlessly between parallel and mainstream cinema, choosing scripts that had scandalised his colleagues in Industry, actor Abhay Deol insists that taking a risk is his formula, and playing safe is not part of who he is. The actor talked about films like ‘Dev D’ and ‘Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!’ that made him a darling of independent film followers.
“These were directed by those boasting of a different cinematic language and story treatment. I have always believed in good work and the fact that people are ready to embrace the new. I am glad I was part of that movement where I worked with several debut directors or those who had just started their careers,” says the actor who debuted with ‘Socha Na Tha’ (2005).
Surprisingly, he came in very late for the publicity of the above mentioned films. “Believe it or not, I was afraid of fame.
“These were directed by those boasting of a different cinematic language and story treatment. I have always believed in good work and the fact that people are ready to embrace the new. I am glad I was part of that movement where I worked with several debut directors or those who had just started their careers,” says the actor who debuted with ‘Socha Na Tha’ (2005).
Surprisingly, he came in very late for the publicity of the above mentioned films. “Believe it or not, I was afraid of fame.
- 3/28/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Chandan Roy Sanyal, who essays the role of marble mining magnate Kairav Singh in the recently released streaming show ‘Shehar Lakhot’, has dedicated his performance in the show to his father.
In the show, Chandan portrays the character of Kairav, who is a very polished character belonging to a small town. He commands terrific proficiency in English and often quotes Shakespeare.
Talking about his performance in the show, the actor told Ians: “This performance is dedicated to my father, he passed away a day before my shoot began.”
Chandan also told Ians that he took help from his days in England doing Shakespearean theatre to sketch his performance in the show.
In response to the appreciation, the actor expressed gratitude and said: “I feel blessed to be a part of projects that resonate with the audience. ‘Shehar Lakhot’ is a special journey for me, and I am overwhelmed by the positive feedback pouring in.
In the show, Chandan portrays the character of Kairav, who is a very polished character belonging to a small town. He commands terrific proficiency in English and often quotes Shakespeare.
Talking about his performance in the show, the actor told Ians: “This performance is dedicated to my father, he passed away a day before my shoot began.”
Chandan also told Ians that he took help from his days in England doing Shakespearean theatre to sketch his performance in the show.
In response to the appreciation, the actor expressed gratitude and said: “I feel blessed to be a part of projects that resonate with the audience. ‘Shehar Lakhot’ is a special journey for me, and I am overwhelmed by the positive feedback pouring in.
- 11/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actor Chandan Roy Sanyal, who essays the role of marble mining magnate Kairav Singh in the recently released streaming show ‘Shehar Lakhot’, has dedicated his performance in the show to his father.
In the show, Chandan portrays the character of Kairav, who is a very polished character belonging to a small town. He commands terrific proficiency in English and often quotes Shakespeare.
Talking about his performance in the show, the actor told Ians: “This performance is dedicated to my father, he passed away a day before my shoot began.”
Chandan also told Ians that he took help from his days in England doing Shakespearean theatre to sketch his performance in the show.
In response to the appreciation, the actor expressed gratitude and said: “I feel blessed to be a part of projects that resonate with the audience. ‘Shehar Lakhot’ is a special journey for me, and I am overwhelmed by the positive feedback pouring in.
In the show, Chandan portrays the character of Kairav, who is a very polished character belonging to a small town. He commands terrific proficiency in English and often quotes Shakespeare.
Talking about his performance in the show, the actor told Ians: “This performance is dedicated to my father, he passed away a day before my shoot began.”
Chandan also told Ians that he took help from his days in England doing Shakespearean theatre to sketch his performance in the show.
In response to the appreciation, the actor expressed gratitude and said: “I feel blessed to be a part of projects that resonate with the audience. ‘Shehar Lakhot’ is a special journey for me, and I am overwhelmed by the positive feedback pouring in.
- 11/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
When it comes to adding new content, the biggest haul for any given streaming service is typically found on the first of the month, and that’s no different with Netflix.
Indeed, thanks to a huge day for new movies/TV shows on October 1st, the past week has seen the current leader in the industry add a whopping 74 films and 31 television series, ensuring that subscribers have plenty to entertain themselves with. From hidden gems to all-time classics and a few underrated titles that definitely deserve another look, there’s much to get excited about here and the full list of every new release that arrived this week can be found below.
74 New Movies
28 Days (2000) A Chaster Marriage (2016) A Toot-Toot Cory Carson Halloween (2020) Netflix Original A.M.I. (2019) Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995) All Because of You (Pasal Kau) (2020) Netflix Original Along Came a Spider (2001) Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part...
Indeed, thanks to a huge day for new movies/TV shows on October 1st, the past week has seen the current leader in the industry add a whopping 74 films and 31 television series, ensuring that subscribers have plenty to entertain themselves with. From hidden gems to all-time classics and a few underrated titles that definitely deserve another look, there’s much to get excited about here and the full list of every new release that arrived this week can be found below.
74 New Movies
28 Days (2000) A Chaster Marriage (2016) A Toot-Toot Cory Carson Halloween (2020) Netflix Original A.M.I. (2019) Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls (1995) All Because of You (Pasal Kau) (2020) Netflix Original Along Came a Spider (2001) Amandla! A Revolution in Four Part...
- 10/4/2020
- by Matt Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Former beauty queen, politician and actress Gul Panag, who will soon be seen in the film "Bypass Road", says that though she is getting interesting roles lately, she cannot limit herself to acting.
"Acting has never been the end-all of my life because I have always had different interest areas. Acting has enabled me to do different things -- whether it is my political career, social activism, my interest in flying, my entrepreneurship and enthusiasm as a fitness advocate. Acting has given me all that because I started living a public life as an actress," Gul told a well known publication.
"So, as a famous personality, I have earned respect, and I have utilised it to convey my thoughts in every platform. It has given me that credibility," she added.
From the start of her career, Gul has portrayed strong women on screen, in films including "Dor", "Manorama Six Feet Under...
"Acting has never been the end-all of my life because I have always had different interest areas. Acting has enabled me to do different things -- whether it is my political career, social activism, my interest in flying, my entrepreneurship and enthusiasm as a fitness advocate. Acting has given me all that because I started living a public life as an actress," Gul told a well known publication.
"So, as a famous personality, I have earned respect, and I have utilised it to convey my thoughts in every platform. It has given me that credibility," she added.
From the start of her career, Gul has portrayed strong women on screen, in films including "Dor", "Manorama Six Feet Under...
- 10/17/2019
- GlamSham
Actor Abhay Deol, who has made his digital debut with "Chopsticks", feels censorship on the over-the-top (Ott) platforms would be a "futile exercise". He finds it baffling how sexuality is considered more offensive than violence as far as the Ott content is concerned.
In May, the a three-judge Bench of the Supreme Court issued a notice to the Centre while hearing a petition seeking framing of guidelines to regulate the functioning of online media streaming platforms, like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
Asked about censorship on digital platforms, Abhay told the publication, "It's a futile exercise. If you have to be thorough in censoring content, you would have to censor the Internet. What you get to see in our films, you can see far worse than that online. If you see a naked woman's body in a film, you can see pornography too."
The 43-year-old actor, who opened the floodgates...
In May, the a three-judge Bench of the Supreme Court issued a notice to the Centre while hearing a petition seeking framing of guidelines to regulate the functioning of online media streaming platforms, like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.
Asked about censorship on digital platforms, Abhay told the publication, "It's a futile exercise. If you have to be thorough in censoring content, you would have to censor the Internet. What you get to see in our films, you can see far worse than that online. If you see a naked woman's body in a film, you can see pornography too."
The 43-year-old actor, who opened the floodgates...
- 6/18/2019
- GlamSham
Best known for films such as Dev D and Manorama Six Feet Under, Abhay Deol has been an actor who has always given prime importance to good content over anything else in his films.
Being choosy about his films, the Ranjhanaa actor is currently shooting for his maiden Tamil film, Idhu Vedalam Sollum Kathai, in which he will be seen playing a king. While it was recently reported that he will be seen playing a cameo, the director denied such rumours and clarified that Abhay will be seen playing a full-length role.
Being choosy about his films, the Ranjhanaa actor is currently shooting for his maiden Tamil film, Idhu Vedalam Sollum Kathai, in which he will be seen playing a king. While it was recently reported that he will be seen playing a cameo, the director denied such rumours and clarified that Abhay will be seen playing a full-length role.
- 6/3/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
Eros International just announced its current film production line up for 2017-18 and is a very exciting list of film. The company plans to produce over 50 films across multiple languages, making it the largest slate by any Indian studio this year, offering a diversified slate of marquee and content-driven films.
The company has ramped up its own productions with an exciting line-up under development through key partnerships including talented producer-director, Aanand L Rai and their joint production entity Colour Yellow Production, Viki Rajani’s NextGen Films and Trinity Pictures, Eros’ in-house franchise label.
Following the critical and commercial successes of Raanjhanaa, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Nil Battey Sannata and Happy Bhag Jayegi, Eros continues its association with Aanand L Rai and will roll out eight more titles with Colour Yellow which include Rai’s directorial venture starring Shah Rukh Khan. As well as a quirky romantic comedy Shubh Mangal Savdhaan by south director Rs Prasanna,...
The company has ramped up its own productions with an exciting line-up under development through key partnerships including talented producer-director, Aanand L Rai and their joint production entity Colour Yellow Production, Viki Rajani’s NextGen Films and Trinity Pictures, Eros’ in-house franchise label.
Following the critical and commercial successes of Raanjhanaa, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, Nil Battey Sannata and Happy Bhag Jayegi, Eros continues its association with Aanand L Rai and will roll out eight more titles with Colour Yellow which include Rai’s directorial venture starring Shah Rukh Khan. As well as a quirky romantic comedy Shubh Mangal Savdhaan by south director Rs Prasanna,...
- 1/13/2017
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Aanand L Rai whose love for cinema encouraged him to launch his own home production banner, Colour Yellow Productions in association with Eros International has always stressed on the importance of creative processes and people behind the camera as the first vital steps towards good content. Last year saw a very well acclaimed Nil Battey Sannata and a hit family entertainer Happy Bhag Jayegi from this production banner.
This year, the director-producer is also collaborating with some immensely talented directors from across the board.
Apart from working one of the most anticipated films – Rai’s directorial next with Shah Rukh Khan, which goes on floors this year, he recently joined hands with Anurag Kashyap, who will work on two films. Buzz is one of them is an intense love story-musical, set in a small town. Expect a bouquet of versatile genres this year as Aanand L Rai will also be...
This year, the director-producer is also collaborating with some immensely talented directors from across the board.
Apart from working one of the most anticipated films – Rai’s directorial next with Shah Rukh Khan, which goes on floors this year, he recently joined hands with Anurag Kashyap, who will work on two films. Buzz is one of them is an intense love story-musical, set in a small town. Expect a bouquet of versatile genres this year as Aanand L Rai will also be...
- 1/7/2017
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Filmmakers Madhur Bhandarkar and Navdeep Singh who were supposed to visit Pakistan to participate in Rafi Peer International Film Festival to be held from April 23 to April 25, has apparently been cancelled. In fact the duo who were initially expected to visit Pakistan, where their films Chandni Bar, Page 3, Corporate, Manorama Six Feet Under and NH10 were going to be screened as part of a cultural exchange programme. Commenting on the cancellation of their visit, a source states that the stress between the two countries is the cause of cancellation. Especially after the Mumbai Terror attack suspect Lakhvi was released few days back, the authorities in Pakistan anticipated security issues and hence didn't give the permission for the event where people from India were going to be present. Apparently, Madhur and Navdeep were to be a part of the Rafi Peer International Film Festival, where Madhur was to be honored...
- 4/24/2015
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
While on one hand, the recently released NH10 is earning accolades and bouquets from all over, on the other hand, the film's director Navdeep Singh seems to be a man on the go. He is now all set to direct his next film, a comedy titled Kaneda. Speaking about this film, Navdeep Singh said that Kaneda is some of Punjabis' pronunciation of 'Canada'. He added that he did not want to get stuck being recognised for making any one genre of cinema. That's why he has decided to switch genre and take up comedy. What remains to be seen is how Singh, who has so far been associated with thrillers like Manorama Six Feet Under and NH10, fares with his comic outing Kaneda. Watch this space for development.
- 3/17/2015
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Away from the city, as we touch the outskirts of Haryana, you can feel the difference between the entitled lifestyle in the city and the life of the folks here where the set of rules to live by are definitely different. Navdeep Singh uses this as a backdrop for his movie NH10 giving you a tale of how things can go horribly wrong in a short span of time.
After his amazing Manorama Six Feet Under, Navdeep gives us a thriller/slasher/revenge story which is surprisingly less Bollywood-ish and more entertaining. Meera (Anushka Sharma) and Arjun (Neil Bhoopalam) are your typical urban couple – well off, happily married to each other and their jobs, in love yet independent and without the overt mushiness. An unexpected encounter with a couple of hooligans shakes Meera out of her comfort zone and she realizes that a fraction of a second is enough...
After his amazing Manorama Six Feet Under, Navdeep gives us a thriller/slasher/revenge story which is surprisingly less Bollywood-ish and more entertaining. Meera (Anushka Sharma) and Arjun (Neil Bhoopalam) are your typical urban couple – well off, happily married to each other and their jobs, in love yet independent and without the overt mushiness. An unexpected encounter with a couple of hooligans shakes Meera out of her comfort zone and she realizes that a fraction of a second is enough...
- 3/14/2015
- by Prateeksha Khot
- Bollyspice
Navdeep Singh earned plaudits from everywhere with his multi-layered thriller ‘Manorama Six Feet Under’. After that he tried to make a zombie comedy called ‘Shaadi of the Dead’ but that was stuck in the cans for far too long. Now he’s finally back with his second directorial feature called ‘NH10′ with ‘Pk’ star Anushka Sharma acting and co-producing the film. It was a bold step forRead More...
- 3/13/2015
- by Indicine Team
- indicine
Mumbai, Jan 17: Anushka Sharma has started shooting for her maiden production venture "NH10" and the actress-producer is having mixed feelings about the project.
The actress, who is co-producing the film with production house Phantom, took to Twitter to share her feelings on the first day of the shoot.
"First day of shoot for 'NH10' today (Friday). Excited...nervous...send some love and your warm wishes please," Anushka posted on the microblogging site Friday.
The action thriller is directed by Navdeep Singh, known for his critically acclaimed directorial debut "Manorama Six Feet Under", and revolves around a road trip that goes awry.
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The actress, who is co-producing the film with production house Phantom, took to Twitter to share her feelings on the first day of the shoot.
"First day of shoot for 'NH10' today (Friday). Excited...nervous...send some love and your warm wishes please," Anushka posted on the microblogging site Friday.
The action thriller is directed by Navdeep Singh, known for his critically acclaimed directorial debut "Manorama Six Feet Under", and revolves around a road trip that goes awry.
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- 1/17/2014
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
Abhay Deol, who turns producer with his upcoming film One By Two, has started his production house with a philosophy in mind. Going forward, the actor-turned-producer will be seen giving a chance to new writers, directors and actors.Abhay Deol has himself walked on a lesser tread route in his acting career by choosing to work with debutant directors like Imtiaz Ali in Socha Na Tha, Navdeep Singh in Manorama Six Feet Under, Reema Kagti in Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. and other...
- 12/16/2013
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Oct 31: Actress Anushka Sharma, who has featured in films like "Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi", "Band Baaja Baaraat" and "Jab Tak Hain Jaan", is now set to try her hands as a producer for her film, "NH10".
The actress, who will also play the lead role in the film, is co-producing it with production house Phantom.
"I'm thrilled to get a chance to do this so early on in my career. And I couldn't have found a better project than 'NH10' to kick-start this new phase in my film journey," Anushka said in a statement.
The film will be directed by Navdeep Singh post his critically acclaimed debut "Manorama Six Feet Under"..
The actress, who will also play the lead role in the film, is co-producing it with production house Phantom.
"I'm thrilled to get a chance to do this so early on in my career. And I couldn't have found a better project than 'NH10' to kick-start this new phase in my film journey," Anushka said in a statement.
The film will be directed by Navdeep Singh post his critically acclaimed debut "Manorama Six Feet Under"..
- 10/31/2013
- by Machan Kumar
- RealBollywood.com
Active in Hindi filmdom since his debut in 2005 with "Socha Na Tha", the 37-year-old has faced the camera to play various kind of roles in films like "Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd.", "Ek Chalis Ki Last Local", Manorama Six Feet Under", "Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!", "Dev D" and "Chakravyuh".
With eight years of experience in showbiz, he now takes a plunge into production business.
"If I would have thought that I am taking this decision too early in my career, then I would have not become a producer. You will also get to know it once the film will release," said the actor at the launch of a new Mercedes Benz car here Thursday.
Abhay will be seen romancing his real life girl friend Preeti Desai in the film, directed.
With eight years of experience in showbiz, he now takes a plunge into production business.
"If I would have thought that I am taking this decision too early in my career, then I would have not become a producer. You will also get to know it once the film will release," said the actor at the launch of a new Mercedes Benz car here Thursday.
Abhay will be seen romancing his real life girl friend Preeti Desai in the film, directed.
- 7/12/2013
- by Machan Kumar
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, July 1: Gul Panag, mostly seen in off-beat films, feels that the scripts of Hindi movies lack story and structure.
The former Miss India started her acting journey with critically acclaimed off-beat film "Dhoop", based on a true story, and was appreciated for her work in films like "Dor", "Manorama Six Feet Under", and "Turning 30".
The actress, not seen in Hindi movies for a while, launched Atulya Mahajan's book "Amreeka Desi".
When asked whether the book could provide a good plot for a movie, she said: "I don't know because Hindi movies don't normally have good plots."
"I do hope there are people out.
The former Miss India started her acting journey with critically acclaimed off-beat film "Dhoop", based on a true story, and was appreciated for her work in films like "Dor", "Manorama Six Feet Under", and "Turning 30".
The actress, not seen in Hindi movies for a while, launched Atulya Mahajan's book "Amreeka Desi".
When asked whether the book could provide a good plot for a movie, she said: "I don't know because Hindi movies don't normally have good plots."
"I do hope there are people out.
- 7/1/2013
- by Rahul Kapoor
- RealBollywood.com
Abhay Deol made his acting debut in Bollywood with the film Socha Na Tha in 2005 and went on to be a favourite face of crossover movies and films with unusual scripts. His second film was Ahista Ahista in 2006.His film Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Ltd. a multi-star cast, emerged as a box office success. Abhay's performance in the film was noted and received critical appreciation.He received success with Ek Chalis Ki Last Local, and Manorama Six Feet Under, which won the Best Fi...
- 3/15/2013
- GlamSham
Freida Pinto, in her Bollywood debut plays a female detective in a road thriller entitled NH10 with Kai Po Che's talented Rajkumar Yadav. Flooded with roles, the talented Rajkumar Yadav has just signed Navdeep Singh's new film where Freida Pinto makes her Bollywood debut as detective out to crack a complex case. Rajkumar Yadav has been roped in place of Navdeep's best friend Abhay Deol. "It's a film entitled NH10 meaning National Highway No 10. It will be shot around Delhi. I signed the film because I am a great fan of Navdeep's Manorama Six Feet Under. Having Freida Pinto as my co-star is definitely interesting," says Rajkumar whose next release is Vikas Behl's Queen opposite Kangna Ranaut. Coincidentally the producers of NH10 and Queen are the same, Phantom. Says Rajkumar, "I share a great comfort level with the Queen team. That helped me to make up my mind about doing the film.
- 3/13/2013
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
Real life couple Abhay Deol and Preeti Desai will be seen romancing each other on screen in Abhay's home production titled One By Two. The rom-com starring Abhay and Preeti will be directed by Devika Bhagat. Devika has in the past written the screenplay for films like Manorama Six Feet Under, Bachna Ae Haseeno, Aisha, Jab Tak Hai Jaan and the recently released I, Me Aur Main. One By Two will go on floors later this month.
- 3/2/2013
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Mai is a recently released drama which sees the legendary singer Asha Bhosle making her acting debut as the leading heroine of this film. It also stars Padmini Kolhapure, Shivani Joshi and Ram Kapoor in supporting roles, and is now in cinemas for you to check out. The film is about an elderly woman who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and has been shamefully neglected by her four children. The music to this film has been composed by Nitin Shankar, who has previously created songs for films like Bombay to Goa (2007). The lyrics have been penned by Manoj Tapadia, who has written songs for films such as Manorama Six Feet Under (2007) and Cheeni Kum (2007). Sahil Sultanpuri appears as guest lyricist for the song ‘Dhakku Makkum’ and is also making his debut as a lyricist in Bollywood with this film. So let’s take a look and see what Mai has to offer.
- 2/1/2013
- by Bodrul Chaudhury
- Bollyspice
After two shelved films with Abhay Deol, director Navdeep Singh (of Manorama Six Feet Under) seems to have finally found a script that can be directed. We have it from a very reliable source that Navdeep's new project is about a female detective who is out to solve a murder mystery. Navdeep has firmed in on Freida Pinto to star in the film. She has shown a keen interest. However, there's one problem. Over to the source. "Freida met Navdeep and Vikramaditya Motwane who was to produce the film starring her as a detective. She liked the script. But she had one pre-condition before signing the film. She wants Vikram Motwane to direct the project while Navdeep, thinks Freida, could be on board as a writer." Freida's pre-condition has frozen the project in its tracks. Says the source, "The whole idea of Navdeep writing the film was to let him...
- 1/19/2013
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
What would you call someone who is witty, vivacious, brainy, ravishing, gorgeous and talented? Well, the one lady who epitomizes all these qualities and more is Gul Panag. Gul has time and again impressed us with her act in films like Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under, Rann and Turning 30. Gul is now all set to storm the silver screen with yet another dazzler of a performance in the upcoming flick Fatso. Gul Panag will join you all on Thursday, April 26, at 1530 hrs Ist on Bollywood Hungama's Celebrity Video Chat to chat about her upcoming film. Don't miss!
- 4/26/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
So what's in a name? A lot it seems if said moniker of choice happens to be Zombie. Two filmmakers. One title. Whoever wins, we're sure both will pale in comparison to Lucio Fulci's Zombie. Read on for the details of this little name game.
According to the Hindustan Times, Rock On!! actor Luke Kenny’s directorial venture, titled Zombie, has run into trouble since another production company claims that they have already registered the same title. Producer Siddhartha Jain of iRock Media, who is producing director Navdeep Singh’s Rock the Shaadi, another zombie flick, insists he won’t allow Kenny’s film to release without his permission.
“I was surprised to learn that Luke Kenny was making a film called Zombie. I own the title so I don’t know how he could have picked it up,” says Siddhartha, who had co-produced Ragini Mms (2011) earlier. “Only if...
According to the Hindustan Times, Rock On!! actor Luke Kenny’s directorial venture, titled Zombie, has run into trouble since another production company claims that they have already registered the same title. Producer Siddhartha Jain of iRock Media, who is producing director Navdeep Singh’s Rock the Shaadi, another zombie flick, insists he won’t allow Kenny’s film to release without his permission.
“I was surprised to learn that Luke Kenny was making a film called Zombie. I own the title so I don’t know how he could have picked it up,” says Siddhartha, who had co-produced Ragini Mms (2011) earlier. “Only if...
- 1/17/2012
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Kushal Punjabi will return to Hindi film after a four-year break in Navdeep Singh's Rock the Shaadi. The actor will be seen playing a negative role opposite Abhay Deol in the zombie-themed production, claims The Times of India. "I am a huge fan of Navdeep Singh, who directed Manorama Six Feet Under. So when the chance to work with these two guys came my way, I literally jumped and grabbed it," said Punjabi. The actor last featured in the West London-based (more)...
- 11/7/2011
- by By Steven Baker
- Digital Spy
Ekta Kapoor's much talked about film Rock the Shaadi ,which has been in news for a while, finally commenced its shoot on the auspicious day of Dussehra in Rajasthan. Even though they were supposed to start the shoot on October 7, Navdeep Singh, the director of Rock The Shaadi, decided to roll the camera for the mahurat clap and started shooting on the Oct 6 considering it to be lucky for the film. In fact it was none other than Genelia D'Souza who gave the mahurat clap. Confirms Tanuj Garg, CEO, Balaji Motion Pictures, "Even though Rock The Shaadi shoot was to start on 7th, as it was Dussehra on 6th, the director decided to roll the camera for auspicious reasons a day earlier, while Genelia gave the first clap. It was the first time that she has given a clap in all these years." Rock the Shaadi is essentially a...
- 10/11/2011
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Ekta Kapoor's much talked about film Rock the Shaadi ,which has been in news for a while, finally commenced its shoot on the auspicious day of Dussehra in Rajasthan. Even though they were supposed to start the shoot on October 7, Navdeep Singh, the director of Rock The Shaadi, decided to roll the camera for the mahurat clap and started shooting on the Oct 6 considering it to be lucky for the film. In fact it was none other than Genelia D'Souza who gave the mahurat clap. Confirms Tanuj Garg, CEO, Balaji Motion Pictures, "Even though Rock The Shaadi shoot was to start on 7th, as it was Dussehra on 6th, the director decided to roll the camera for auspicious reasons a day earlier, while Genelia gave the first clap. It was the first time that she has given a clap in all these years." Rock the Shaadi is essentially a...
- 10/11/2011
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Model turned actress Preeti Desai will be seen with real life beau Abhay Deol in his upcoming film Shaadi Of The Dead. Preeti will make a cameo appearance in the film. Director Navdeep Singh, who earlier made of Manorama Six Feet Under with Abhay Deol is directing this film and it was he who recommended Preeti for a role in the film. Abhay is actually paired opposite Genelia D'Souza but he will have a few scenes with Preeti. Abhay and Genelia will be playing zombies in the film. Shaadi Of The Dead is a mad, crazy and romantic comedy that unfolds like a fun roller coaster ride, with a bunch of zombies. The film is produced by iRock Films and Balaji Films.
- 9/24/2011
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
India’s first zombie movie is already on its way and is set to be released on 1st April nationwide. Reportedly, the casting has been just finalized for the first of its kind Bollywood movie with Abhay Deol playing the lead role. The movie has got a hilarious name – “Shaadi of the dead”. In the female lead is the southern and Bollywood star Genelia D’souza, whose casting has been done after a consideration between the competing heroines, Kareena Kapoor and Anushka Sharma. The movie will be directed by Navdeep Singh of ‘Manorama Six Feet Under' fame. He enthusiastically said to Afp- “We feel thi...
- 9/24/2011
- Bollywoodmantra.com
Back to its roots, Masala! Mehndi! Masti! (M!M!M!) is going to stage its aMMMazing Free annual festival from Aug 19-21 at the Harbourfront Centre where 10 years ago, at the dawn of the new millennium in 2001, it burst onto the Toronto arts and culture scene to forever leave an incredible and indelible mark. For its film segment this year, M!M!Movies! featured personality will be none other than Bollywood.s new wunderkind, Abhay Deol. Fresh from his latest superhit .Zindagi na milegi dobara. that has received rave reviews worldwide, Abhay is now definitely a force to be reckoned with. Abhay hails from the legendary Bollywood family of the Deols and is superstar Dharmendra.s nephew, son of his younger brother, Ajit Deol. From being nominated for best male debut actor in 2005 in his first film- Socha Na Tha, Abhay has come a long way in 6 years. His second...
- 7/25/2011
- Filmicafe
Vinay Pathak in Dasvidaniya
Vinay Pathak is usually described as a ?funny man? and cast as one too. He has been a part of hits such as Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Jism, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Bheja Fry and Khosla Ka Ghosla. He has equally been a part of duds like Mixed Doubles, Aaja Nachle, Straight and Utt Pataang. The father of two, who gave up a business degree course in the Us in order to switch to drama school, talks to Udita Jhunjhunwala about working in both TV and film
As an actor, isn?t it limiting for you to be always associated with comedy?
I think is unfair that that is the case but that is the perception because Bheja Fry was a huge hit and comparatively Dasvidaniya was not as big a hit. The majority of my TV career was also lighter and comedy-related, plus...
Vinay Pathak is usually described as a ?funny man? and cast as one too. He has been a part of hits such as Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Jism, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Bheja Fry and Khosla Ka Ghosla. He has equally been a part of duds like Mixed Doubles, Aaja Nachle, Straight and Utt Pataang. The father of two, who gave up a business degree course in the Us in order to switch to drama school, talks to Udita Jhunjhunwala about working in both TV and film
As an actor, isn?t it limiting for you to be always associated with comedy?
I think is unfair that that is the case but that is the perception because Bheja Fry was a huge hit and comparatively Dasvidaniya was not as big a hit. The majority of my TV career was also lighter and comedy-related, plus...
- 5/3/2011
- Chakpak
Seasoned actress Sarika, who started her career as a child artist in the late 1960s, says in over four decades there has been no marked improvement in the condition of young ones on movie sets and it can still be called 'child labour'. <p /><p>'Basic problems are still the same. It is said they have teachers coming on sets and proper time is given for homework, but nothing of that sort happens. It never used to happen then and things are still the same,' the 48-year-old, who is a mother of two daughters, told Ians in an interview. </p><p>'It's more glamourised now, but it can still be termed as child labour. Children are smarter now and that's why they are easier to work with,' said the actress who was seen as a child actor in films like 'Aashirwad', 'Satyakam', 'Jyoti' and 'Haar Jeet'.
- 2/17/2011
- Filmicafe
It's wedding season throughout India and what better day to bring you this news story than today. A month ago you were informed on iRock and Sid Jain's speedy production of Ragini Mms and his association with his new formed team of directors who will be directing films under iRock. As I'd love to call Sid, this Speedy Gonzales is showing no signs of taking it easy. iRock and Sid Jain have just announced their next film to go on floor after Ragini Mms. After branching into horror, Sid and company have come up with a complete contrast. His next production is titled Shaadi Of The Dead, a mad, crazy and romantic comedy that unfolds like a fun roller coaster ride, with a bunch of zombies. Invite - Shaadi Of The Dead, Invitees - Zombies and the Venue has been finalised too. The film is set in the yamla-pagla land - Punjab.
- 2/11/2011
- by Devansh Patel
- BollywoodHungama
It's wedding season throughout India and what better day to bring you this news story than today. A month ago you were informed on iRock and Sid Jain's speedy production of Ragini Mms and his association with his new formed team of directors who will be directing films under iRock. As I'd love to call Sid, this Speedy Gonzales is showing no signs of taking it easy. iRock and Sid Jain have just announced their next film to go on floor after Ragini Mms. After branching into horror, Sid and company have come up with a complete contrast. His next production is titled Shaadi Of The Dead, a mad, crazy and romantic comedy that unfolds like a fun roller coaster ride, with a bunch of zombies. Invite - Shaadi Of The Dead, Invitees - Zombies and the Venue has been finalised too. The film is set in the yamla-pagla land - Punjab.
- 2/11/2011
- by Devansh Patel
- BollywoodHungama
Ex-Miss India Gul Panag, who is better known for her intense roles in the films like Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under, will soon be seen in a women-centric film, Turning 30, where she plays a 30-year old mature yet a fun-loving person.She explains the psychological problems, emotions and tribulations of a woman pertaining to that age or what happens when a woman steps into age.Says Gul, "30 is a critical age. You start getting biological pressure - like family planning, complications post 50, etc, etc. This is an urban phenomenon because in rural areas by 30 women will have two children and her entire routine is occupied by her kids. She doesn't have time to think about herself & her life. Turning 30 is like an alarm clock at the back of our mind that by this time we want to achieve our set goals. Professionally, both for men & women,...
- 11/28/2010
- Filmicafe
Ex-Miss India Gul Panag, who is better known for her intense roles in the films like Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under, will soon be seen in a women-centric film, Turning 30, where she plays a 30-year old mature yet a fun-loving person. She explains the psychological problems, emotions and tribulations of a woman pertaining to that age or what happens when a woman steps into age. Says Gul, "30 is a critical age. You start getting biological pressure - like family planning, comp...
- 11/27/2010
- GlamSham
He is making his debut as a director with the upcoming Dabangg but he is not new to this industry in any way. Abhinav Kashyap assisted in the making of 2004 film Yuva; he wrote the dialogues for Manorama Six Feet Under and 13B, he also co-wrote the film Jung. All said and done, making a debut and that too with Salman Khan is definitely something to talk about and an experience worth recording. Creating a character like Chulbul Pandey and showcasing Sallu bhai in a never seen before avatar has taken the entire nation by storm. If we say it's the most awaited film till now, it would be a massive understatement. Bollywood Hungama gives all you Dabangg fans an exclusive opportunity to chat up with director Abhinav Kashyap. Log on to our celebrity video chat on Wednesday, September 8, at 1500 hrs Ist and ask him all your questions!
- 9/7/2010
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
She is somebody who truly defines the term 'beauty with brains'. After a successful career in modelling, she made her debut in Bollywood with the sensitive film Dhoop. Soon she was seen in some rather interesting films such as Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under and Rann. In case you are still wondering who we are talking about, it's none other than the charming Gul Panag. Gul is all excited about her new release Hello Darling which opens this week and we at Bollywood Hungama give you a chance to have a live video chat with this pretty actress on Thursday, August 26, at 1600 hrs Ist. Don't miss!
- 8/24/2010
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Even before it opened, the first Indian Film Festival in Ireland has been mired in controversy over the opening and closing films, both of which are made by Prakash Jha, who is known for his hard-hitting cinematic offerings.
Jha's latest work "Raajneeti" and "Gangaajal," his most acclaimed work to date, will be screened on the opening and closing days of the film festival, which began Friday.
This has caused much annoyance among prominent filmmakers whose films will be shown between the opening and closing days.
Filmmakers such as Jahnu Barua ("Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara"), Nagesh Kukunoor ("Dor"), Navdeep Singh ("Manorama Six Feet Under"), J. P. Dutta ("Umrao Jaan"), Paresh Mokashi ("Harishchandrachi Factory"), Nikhil Advani ("Kal Ho Na Ho"), Balki ("Paa") and Vishal Bhardwaj ("The Blue Umbrella") will also be representing Indian cinema in Dublin.
Jha's latest work "Raajneeti" and "Gangaajal," his most acclaimed work to date, will be screened on the opening and closing days of the film festival, which began Friday.
This has caused much annoyance among prominent filmmakers whose films will be shown between the opening and closing days.
Filmmakers such as Jahnu Barua ("Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara"), Nagesh Kukunoor ("Dor"), Navdeep Singh ("Manorama Six Feet Under"), J. P. Dutta ("Umrao Jaan"), Paresh Mokashi ("Harishchandrachi Factory"), Nikhil Advani ("Kal Ho Na Ho"), Balki ("Paa") and Vishal Bhardwaj ("The Blue Umbrella") will also be representing Indian cinema in Dublin.
- 6/25/2010
- icelebz.com
Even before it opened, the first Indian Film Festival in Ireland has been mired in controversy over the opening and closing films, both of which are made by Prakash Jha, who is known for his hard-hitting cinematic offerings.
Jha's latest work "Raajneeti" and "Gangaajal," his most acclaimed work to date, will be screened on the opening and closing days of the film festival, which began Friday.
This has caused much annoyance among prominent filmmakers whose films will be shown between the opening and closing days.
Filmmakers such as Jahnu Barua ("Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara"), Nagesh Kukunoor ("Dor"), Navdeep Singh ("Manorama Six Feet Under"), J. P. Dutta ("Umrao Jaan"), Paresh Mokashi ("Harishchandrachi Factory"), Nikhil Advani ("Kal Ho Na Ho"), Balki ("Paa") and Vishal Bhardwaj ("The Blue Umbrella") will also be representing Indian cinema in Dublin.
Jha's latest work "Raajneeti" and "Gangaajal," his most acclaimed work to date, will be screened on the opening and closing days of the film festival, which began Friday.
This has caused much annoyance among prominent filmmakers whose films will be shown between the opening and closing days.
Filmmakers such as Jahnu Barua ("Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara"), Nagesh Kukunoor ("Dor"), Navdeep Singh ("Manorama Six Feet Under"), J. P. Dutta ("Umrao Jaan"), Paresh Mokashi ("Harishchandrachi Factory"), Nikhil Advani ("Kal Ho Na Ho"), Balki ("Paa") and Vishal Bhardwaj ("The Blue Umbrella") will also be representing Indian cinema in Dublin.
- 6/25/2010
- icelebz.com
"Nobody can be exactly like me. Sometimes even I have trouble doing it." Said hollywood's most notorious and outspoken actress of the yesteryear Tallulah Bankhead, the same stays true for Abhay Deol in Bollywood. He surprises us with his versatility and courage to do away with the norms. A Deol no doubt, but still he went ahead and tread the lesser taken paths. His line of films are a clear picture of his talent and need for the unconventional, whether it was Manorama Six Feet Under, Dev D, Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! or Ek Chalis Ki Last Local. He stayed away from being a typecast and went ahead and reinvented himself in each of his films. No wonder with his upcoming film Road Movie, his fans wait with bated breathe to see what he pulls out of his sleeve this time. Bollywood Hungama gives you an outlet for all those...
- 3/5/2010
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
"Nobody can be exactly like me. Sometimes even I have trouble doing it." Said hollywood's most notorious and outspoken actress of the yesteryear Tallulah Bankhead, the same stays true for Abhay Deol in Bollywood. He surprises us with his versatility and courage to do away with the norms. A Deol no doubt, but still he went ahead and tread the lesser taken paths. His line of films are a clear picture of his talent and need for the unconventional, whether it was Manorama Six Feet Under, Dev D, Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! or Ek Chalis Ki Last Local. He stayed away from being a typecast and went ahead and reinvented himself in each of his films. No wonder with his upcoming film Road Movie, his fans wait with bated breathe to see what he pulls out of his sleeve this time. Bollywood Hungama gives you an outlet for all those...
- 3/5/2010
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Actress Gul Panag, who has only been in the industry since 2005, has made her mark in Hindi Cinema. Known for her versatility in becoming the character but also in changing her look for the role, she has appeared in Hello, Summer 2007, Dor, and Manorama Six Feet Under, to name a few. Each performance has garnered praise. In 2006, she won the Stardust Breakthrough Performance of the Year along with the Zee Cine Best Actor Female - Critics Choice for her outstanding performance in the critically acclaimed Dor. Coming up next for the actress is Ram Gopal Varma’s Rann. I got a chance to talk with the actress about the film, working with Rgv and why acting...have a look.
How did you become part of Rann?
Well, Ram Gopal Varma is a director I have admired for some time for the intelligent films that he makes, for films that...
How did you become part of Rann?
Well, Ram Gopal Varma is a director I have admired for some time for the intelligent films that he makes, for films that...
- 1/25/2010
- Bollyspice
Actors: Abhay Deol, PrateikWhen he decided to take the road less travelled, cynics dismissed him as a risk taker. But in fact, Abhay Deol has planned his career with almost clinical precision. And with stirring performances in off-beat films like Ek Chalis Ki Last Local, Manorama Six Feet Under, Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd, Oye Lucky Lucky Oye and the latest, Dev D, Abhay has proved his point.“I never wanted to follow the route that others had followed. So I didn’t,” Abhay said in an earlier interview. “But yes, it was difficult. Especially because I come from a family which has ...
- 12/26/2009
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
This is the year that Abhay Deol firmly established himself as that not-so-common thing in Bollywood - an actor's actor. In recognition of this, he has been named as one of fifteen people in India who mattered most in 2009. Others on the list are from the world's of science, security, politics, sports and the arts. "Abhay has been invited to endless number of acclaimed film festivals across the globe," explained a source, "He was also a speaker for this year's Technology, Entertainment and Design conference."
Abhay's films have included a charming role in Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd, the wonderful Navdeep Singh movie Manorama Six Feet Under, Oye Lucky Lucky Oye, the groundbreaking Dev D and the festival favourite Road, Movie. His allegiance to three of Bollywood's most interesting directors, Dibakar Bannerjee, Navdeep Singh and Anurag Kashyap is particularly strong.
Abhay has just signed up for Navdeep's Basra, which will also...
Abhay's films have included a charming role in Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd, the wonderful Navdeep Singh movie Manorama Six Feet Under, Oye Lucky Lucky Oye, the groundbreaking Dev D and the festival favourite Road, Movie. His allegiance to three of Bollywood's most interesting directors, Dibakar Bannerjee, Navdeep Singh and Anurag Kashyap is particularly strong.
Abhay has just signed up for Navdeep's Basra, which will also...
- 12/25/2009
- Bollyspice
Gul Panag will be the official tweet for the Wills Lifestyle Fashion Week, India's premier fashion event which starts this Saturday in Delhi. She will tweet continuously from a variety of venues at the event, keeping fashionistas in direct contact with the stars, designers and news as it unfolds. "The biggest high is that using my Twitter account, I will be able to beat most other media in reaching out to people," she says, "That's the power of the new age media and I am glad I am a part of it."
Gul likes to be at the forefront of fashion trends herself and has recently taking the bold step of cutting her hair short. "Going short requires guts in India," she explains, "Men here find long hair sexier, so women just comply. Personally, I've had very long hair, then cut it short. It's more fun, doing different styles."
The...
Gul likes to be at the forefront of fashion trends herself and has recently taking the bold step of cutting her hair short. "Going short requires guts in India," she explains, "Men here find long hair sexier, so women just comply. Personally, I've had very long hair, then cut it short. It's more fun, doing different styles."
The...
- 10/23/2009
- Bollyspice
This year it seems like it’s the year of Maddy, 13B was a success and with a bagful of big projects and big directors you can easily say that this year it’s Madhavan’s year. Madhavan has around 4 -5 release this year. Madhavan is also on a high as he is working with his idol Amitabh Bachchan and his favourite star Aamir Khan.
“Three Idiots” and “Tenn Patti” would release by the end of the year, Apart from this Madhavan has signed up two more films with directors of Manorama Six Feet Under and Strangers. Sources say, “Madhavan is excited about both the projects as he feels that both.
“Three Idiots” and “Tenn Patti” would release by the end of the year, Apart from this Madhavan has signed up two more films with directors of Manorama Six Feet Under and Strangers. Sources say, “Madhavan is excited about both the projects as he feels that both.
- 5/29/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Ever since director Navdeep Singh (of Manorama Six Feet Under fame) has announced his next film Basra with Akshaye Khanna and Madhavan, there have been speculations around the third principal character in the movie. While there have been different names floating around for the name of the chief baddie in the film, a couple of media sources have even tagged actor Fardeen Khan for the role. Navdeep Singh denies though that Fardeen has been signed for the role. "No, not at all......
- 5/26/2009
- GlamSham
Recently, Abhay was spotted with director Mira Nair at the star-studded India Abroad Person of the Year award ceremony in New York. Abhay and Mira both were present at the awards ceremony and were chatting interestingly for quite sometime. Abhay Deol has been making quite a splash with off-beat, well-received films like Oye Lucky Lucky Oye, Manorama Six Feet Under, Dev D etc. One can't deny the fact that he has carved his own niche in Bollywood and is one of the most critically acclaimed actor in the industry....
- 5/8/2009
- GlamSham
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