Bollywood

598 days ago

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Ayushmann Khurrana To Headline Sourav Ganguly's Biopic; Vikramaditya Motwane To Direct

Mumbai, January 12 - Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana has reportedly confirmed to headline the biopic of former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly. "Lootera" director Vikramaditya Motwane has been attached to direct this ambitious film, to be produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg. ## It was reported last year that the supremely talented actor was in talks to play the larger-than-life role of Sourav Ganguly in his biopic and after months of speculations, Ayushmann has now officially signed to headline the film, according to Peepinmoon.com. ## "Producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg, who are producing this film under their Luv Films banner, have hit a six by bringing together Ayushmann Khurrana and Vikramaditya Motwane. Both have established themselves as formidable forces with an incredible body of work throughout the years", the report says. ## The stakeholders are jubilant to bring Ayushmann Khurrana and Vikramaditya Motwane and the kind of cinematic masterpiece they are set to create together. The director has already begun working on the pre-production while Ayushmann will soon start his preparation for his role and will reportedly undergo months of intense cricket training before starting the shoot. ## The official announcement of the film will soon be made and it is expected to go on floors in the second half of 2024. Ayushmann, meanwhile, is also in advance talks to headline the sequel to "Border 2" and will join Sunny Deol for the same. It is expected to start rolling by the end of this year. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

826 days ago

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Ayushmann Khurrana In Talks To Play Sourav Ganguly In His Biopic

Mumbai, May 30 - Producer Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg teamed up and announced the biopic of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly in September 2021. Since then, various actors have been approached to play the legendary cricketer but things didn't materialize. ## Now, according to Peepingmoon.com, the biographical drama is back on track, and pre-production has already started. It is said that the makers are in advanced talks with the supremely talented actor Ayushmann Khurana to headline the project.## Ayushmann, who has wooed audiences with a variety of roles, has reportedly been in talks for this much-awaited biopic for several months and it's only a matter of some formalities before he is officially signed on for the role. The actor will undergo months of extensive cricket training before starting the shoot by the end of this year.## Tamil filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth is expected to direct this sports biopic after Vikramaditya Motwane, who was supposed to direct it, turned down the opportunity for unknown reasons.## Meanwhile, Ayushmann Khurrana will next be seen in the social comedy-drama "Dream Girl 2" which is scheduled to release on August 25, 2023. He is also doing a vampire horror comedy film with director Amar Kaushik and the shoot for the same will commence soon. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

992 days ago

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Luv Ranjan's Rom-Com With Ranbir Kapoor And Shraddha Kapoor Titled 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar'

Mumbai, December 14 - The most-awaited romantic-comedy film featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor in the leading roles has finally gotten its title. The long-in-development Luv Ranjan's directorial has been titled Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar. ## The makers have been teasing the title of the movie since yesterday and have been asking the fans to crack the title with the first letter of each word which is TJMM. and it was finally announced today with a short glimpse that features the title song. ## RANBIR KAPOOR - SHRADDHA KAPOOR: ‘TU JHOOTHI MAIN MAKKAAR’ IS THE TITLE… And the title is #TuJhoothiMainMakkaar… Teams #RanbirKapoor and #ShraddhaKapoor for the first time in this#LuvRanjan directorial… 8 March 2023 #Holi release. #TJMM pic.twitter.com/KIriLkjyHj— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) December 14, 2022 ## TJMM is produced by Luv Films' Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and presented by T- Series' Gulshan Kumar and Bhushan Kumar. It is scheduled to release in theaters on March 8, 2023, on the occasion of Holi.## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1144 days ago

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T-Series Sets Theatrical Release Date of Arjun Kapoor, Tabu's 'Kuttey'

Mumbai, July 15 - Renowned filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj's son Aasmaan Bhardwaj makes his directorial debut with Arjun Kapoor's black comedy thriller, Kuttey. The movie also stars Tabu, Radhika Madan, Naseeruddin Shah, Kumud Mishra, and Konkona Sen Sharma, among others in key roles. ## The movie is produced by Luv Ranjan, Vishal Bhardwaj, Ankur Garg, and Rekha Bhardwaj while it is presented by Gulshan Kumar and Bhushan Kumar's T-Series. While the plot details of the movie have been kept tightly under wraps, T-Series announced the theatrical release date. ## "Kuttey" will be hitting worldwide theaters on November 4, 2022, and will be clashing with Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Ishaan Khatter's "Phone Bhoot" at the box office. ## KUTTEY to release in cinemas on 4 November.Starring @arjunk26 @konkonas #NaseeruddinShah #KumudMishra #RadhikaMadan #ShardulBhardwaj & #Tabu. Directed by @aasmaanbhardwaj. #BhushanKumar @luv_ranjan @VishalBhardwaj @gargankur @rekha_bhardwaj @LuvFilms @officialvbfilms pic.twitter.com/F7YiJgerx4— T-Series (@TSeries) July 15, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1280 days ago

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Luv Ranjan's Yet Untitled Film With Ranbir Kapoor And Shraddha Kapoor Will Release On Holi 2023

Mumbai, March 1 - Filmmaker Luv Ranjan's long-awaited yet-untitled romantic-comedy film, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor is on the move again. ## After the multiple delays, the movie was announced for Republic Day 2023 release, but now, it is postponing to 8 March 2023 on the occasion of Holi. The movie will be released on Wednesday, which means it will have a long 5-day opening weekend. ## The shooting for the film had begun in February 2021. It is being directed by Luv Ranjan who is also producing it with Ankur Garg in association with Bhushan Kumar of T-series as a presenter. The movie also stars Dimple Kapadia and Boney Kapoor in key roles. ## RANBIR - SHRADDHA: HOLI 2023 RELEASE FINALISED... #LuvRanjan's next film - not titled yet - to release in cinemas on [Wed] 8 March 2023 #Holi... Stars #RanbirKapoor and #ShraddhaKapoor... Produced by #LuvRanjan and #AnkurGarg... #BhushanKumar presentation. pic.twitter.com/QP9dWWqZiQ— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) March 1, 2022 ## Interestingly, Republic Day 2023 is already getting crowded with multiple films. Currently, Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's "Fighter" and John Abraham's "Tehran" are slated for January 26, 2023, release in theaters. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1287 days ago

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Republic Day 2023 Gets Crowded With 3-Way Box Office Clash

Mumbai, February 21 - The box office clashes have become inevitable during the covid-19 pandemic, which has left the film industry with no other choice. While the pandemic is easing out, its effect can still be felt in the new release dates of the films, which are finding it difficult to get a solo release window in theaters. ## While everyone knows what lies ahead throughout this year as far as movies are concerned, the following year also looks super crowded, especially the first few months. It will all begin from Republic Day, which will see a few biggies taking on one another at the box office, and three of them have already been confirmed. ## Among the first Bollywood films to confirm Republic Day 2023 release, was Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone-starrer "Fighter". Directed by Siddharth Anand, the movie is India's first-ever aerial action-thriller franchise, which will commence filming this summer. It will be produced by Mamta Anand, Ajit Andhare, Ramon Chibb, and Anku Pande under the banners of MARFLIX and Viacom18 Studios. ## Luv Ranjan's yet-untitled romantic-comedy, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, will meet "Fighter" on Republic Day 2023 at the box office. The movie was announced a long time ago, and the filming for the same had begun in February 2021. Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and presented by Bhushan Kumar of T-series, the movie also stars Dimple Kapadia and Boney Kapoor in key roles. ## The latest film to join the Republic Day 2023 race is John Abraham-fronted "Tehran", which was announced on Feb. 22, 2021. The movie is inspired by true events and it will be based in Tehran, the capital of Iran. It marks John Abraham's maiden collaboration with Dinesh Vijan, who will be producing this film under his banner Maddock Films in association with Bake My Cake productions while Arun Gopalan will direct it. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1384 days ago

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Luv Ranjan's Untitled Rom-Com Featuring Ranbir Kapoor And Shraddha Kapoor Sets Republic Day 2023 Release Date

Mumbai, November 18 - Bollywood filmmakers have started booking 2023 slots for their upcoming films. After Shahid Kapoor's yet to go on floors "Bull" was announced for 7 April 2023 release by T-Series, the studio has now booked Republic Day 2023 for Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor's untitled romantic comedy. ## Directed by Luv Ranjan, the movie was earlier announced for 18 March 2022 arrival date in theaters. However, with the movie is still in production and with not a big enough slot available in March or the rest of the year 2022, the makers choose to release the film in 2023 instead. It will, however, still be competing with Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's already confirmed "Fighter" on the same date. ## Luv Ranjan’s untitled next featuring #RanbirKapoor & @ShraddhaKapoor to release in cinemas on Republic Day, 26th January, 2023!Produced by @luv_ranjan & @gargankur, presented by #GulshanKumar and #BhushanKumar. Also starring #DimpleKapadia & @BoneyKapoor. @LuvFilms— T-Series (@TSeries) November 18, 2021 ## Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and presented by Bhushan Kumar of T-series, the shooting of the film had begun in February 2021. It is the first time, Ranbir and Shraddha are collaborating with Luv Ranjan. The movie also stars Dimple Kapadia and Boney Kapoor in key roles. ## Apart from Luv Ranjan's film, Ranbir who was last seen in the Blockbuster Sanju, also has Shamshera, Brahmastra, and Animal slated to release in 2022 and 2023. On the other hand, Shraddha Kapoor was last seen opposite Tiger Shroff in Baaghi 3. The high-octane action film failed to impress the audience and critics. She currently has multiple films in her kitty including Naagin trilogy. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1454 days ago

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Luv Ranjan And Ankur Garg Announced A Biopic On Former India Cricket Captain Sourav Ganguly

Mumbai, September 9, 2021: A couple of months ago, it was revealed that a biopic on former India cricket captain and legend of the game, Sourav Ganguly is on the cards. The cricketer himself had confirmed that he has agreed to a biopic on his life. It was reported that a big production house has reportedly met with Ganguly more than once to discuss the further course. ## Now, the biopic has officially been announced and Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg will be producing this big-budget film under the banner of Luv Films. The director and the cast of the film will be announced later once all things finalize. ## "We are thrilled to announce that Luv Films will produce Dada Sourav Ganguly's biopic. We are honoured to be entrusted with this responsibility and look forward to a great innings. @SGanguly99 @luv_ranjan @gargankur", the tweet by Luv Films read. ## We are thrilled to announce that Luv Films will produce Dada Sourav Ganguly's biopic. We are honoured to be entrusted with this responsibility and look forward to a great innings. 🏏🎥@SGanguly99 @luv_ranjan @gargankur— Luv Films (@LuvFilms) September 9, 2021 ## Sourav Ganguly also took to Twitter and made the announcement of his biopic. "Cricket has been my life, it gave confidence and ability to walk forward with my head held high, a journey to be cherished. Thrilled that Luv Films will produce a biopic on my journey and bring it to life for the big screen", he said. ## Cricket has been my life, it gave confidence and ability to walk forward with my head held high, a journey to be cherished. Thrilled that Luv Films will produce a biopic on my journey and bring it to life for the big screen 🏏🎥@LuvFilms @luv_ranjan @gargankur @DasSanjay1812— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) September 9, 2021 ## Sourav Ganguly was arguably one of the finest captains in the history of Indian cricket. Under his leadership, India won the famous Netwest trophy in England in 2001, which is remembered for Ganguly's celebration on Lords' balcony. He also led India to the ODI World Cup final in 2003. ## The movie will capture Sourav Ganguly's journey from being the Indian captain and winning international accolades for the country to being the BCCI president. Ganguly retired from cricket in 2008 after playing his last Test against Australia. He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2004, one of India's highest civilian awards. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1612 days ago

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Shraddha Kapoor To Essay Double Role In Chaalbaaz In London

Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor is on signing spray. After announcing exciting films, the actress has signed yet another movie, "Chaalbaaz In London", in which she will be playing a double role for the first time in her career. Shraddha will recreate Sridevi's double role in the film, which will be directed by Pankaj Parashar, who also helmed the original Chaalbaaz in 1989. ## On Friday, the actress took to social media and announced the film that will be produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ahmed Khan, and Shaira Khan and under the banners of T-Series and Paperdoll Entertainment. "CHAALBAAZ in London!!! Directed by the one & only Pankaj Parashar and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ahmed Khan, and Shaira Khan", Shraddha wrote on Twitter. ## CHAALBAAZ in London!!!🔥Directed by the one & only Pankaj Parashar and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Ahmed Khan and Shaira Khan #CHAALBAAZinLondon 👯‍♂️💫💜@pankujparashar #BhushanKumar #KrishanKumar @khan_ahmedasas @shairaahmedkhan @TSeries @PaperdollEnt pic.twitter.com/4dT8DyQmOD— Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) April 3, 2021 ## "This will be my first-ever double role and it will definitely be challenging for any actor. It's a great opportunity and a learning experience for me to work with Pankaj sir who has entertained us for so many years", the Stree actress said in a statement. ## Parashar claims, "Shraddha is like magic on screen. I believe she is going to blow away audiences with her double role. For me, there is nobody better than her for a film like 'Chaalbaaz In London'".## Meanwhile, Shraddha Kapoor will be next seen in a 'Naagin' trilogy, to be produced by Nikhil Dwivedi. She will also star in Luv Ranjan's next with Ranbir Kapoor, which is scheduled for a Holi 2022 release. The yet-untitled film, produced by Ranjan and Ankur Garg's Luv Films and presented by Bhushan Kumar of T-Series, will also star Dimple Kapadia and Boney Kapoor.## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1655 days ago

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Luv Ranjan's Next Directorial Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor To Release On Holi 2022

Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor are all set to share screen space for the first time ever in Luv Ranjan's next directorial. While the film is yet-to-be-titled, the romantic-comedy has already locked the release date. ## After it announced in December 2019, the film was earlier supposed to release in March 2021. However, the coronavirus pandemic deferred the plans and it will now hit theaters on 18 March 2022 on the occasion of Holi. ## Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and presented by Bhushan Kumar of T-series, the shooting of the film has already begun in Delhi. It is also the first time, Ranbir and Shraddha are collaborating with Luv Ranjan for the first time.## The trade analyst, Taran Adarsh confirmed the news and wrote on Twitter, "RANBIR - SHRADDHA: RELEASE DATE CONFIRMED... #LuvRanjan's next film - not titled yet - to release on 18 March 2022 [#Holi]... Stars #RanbirKapoor and #ShraddhaKapoor... Shooting has commenced in #Delhi... Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg... Bhushan Kumar presentation".## RANBIR - SHRADDHA: RELEASE DATE CONFIRMED... #LuvRanjan's next film - not titled yet - to release on 18 March 2022 [#Holi]... Stars #RanbirKapoor and #ShraddhaKapoor... Shooting has commenced in #Delhi... Produced by Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg... Bhushan Kumar presentation. pic.twitter.com/fSG4UVQvjQ— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 19, 2021 ## Apart from Luv Ranjan's film, Ranbir who was last seen in the Blockbuster Sanju, also has Shamshera and Brahmastra slated for release this year. While Shamshera to release on 25 June, Brahmastra is eyeing to release later this year.## On the other hand, Shraddha Kapoor was last seen opposite Tiger Shroff in Baaghi 3. The high-octane action film failed to impress the audience and critics. ## Stay tuned...

Digital Media

1789 days ago

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Amazon Prime Gets Big, To Release 9 Films Including 3 Hindi Films In Coming Days

The over-the-top (OTT) platform, Amazon Prime Video has announced 9 Indian films including three much anticipated Hindi movies, which the streaming platform will release in the upcoming months. Among the Hindi films, Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan starrer Coolie No 1, Chhalaang starring Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha, Durgavati starring Bhumi Pednekar have been slated to release on Amazon Prime. Suriya starrer Tamil film Soorarai Pottru will also release on the platform. ## Here is the complete schedule of movies releasing on Amazon Prime Video -## 1. Coolie No 1 (Hindi) - 25th December - Coolie No. 1 is a family comedy based on the popular franchise from Pooja Entertainment and is directed by David Dhawan who also helmed the original Coolie No 1 starring Govinda and Karishma Kapoor. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Sara Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal, Javed Jaffrey, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav amongst others, and is produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, and Deepshikha Deshmukh.## 2. Chhalaang (Hindi)- 13th November - Chhalaang is a social comedy starring Rajkummar Rao, Nushratt Baruchaa, and directed by Hansal Mehta. It is presented by Bhushan Kumar and produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan, and Ankur Garg. The movie was also in the queue with Coolie No 1 before it was officially announced by the streaming platform. ## 3. Durgavati (Hindi)- 11th December - Directed by Ashok, Durgavati is a thrilling, scary ride that tells the story of an innocent Government officer who is made the victim of a major conspiracy involving powerful forces. The Bhumi Pednekar starrer is presented by T-Series and Cape of Good Films and is an Abundantia Entertainment production.## 4. Soorarai Pottru (Tamil)- 30th October - Soorarai Pottru was already announced on Amazon Prime. The film, starring Suriya in the lead with Aparna Balamurali, Paresh Rawal, and Mohan Babu in pivotal roles. The film directed by Sudha Kongara, is a biopic drama that is based on events during the life of Air Deccan founder G. R. Gopinath.## 5. Halal Love Story (Malayalam) - 15th October - Halal Love Story is an upcoming Malayalam comedy film starring Indrajith Sukumaran, Joju George, Sharaf U Dheen, Grace Antony, and Soubin Shahir in lead roles along with Parvathy Thiruvothu. It is directed by Zakariya Mohammed. ## 6. Manne Number 13 (Kannada)- 19th November - Maane Number 13 is a horror-thriller film that is directed by Vivy Kathiresan and produced by Krishna Chaitanya's Sri Swarnalatha Productions. The film stars Varsha Bollamma, Aiswarya Gowda, Praveen Prem, Chetan Gandharva, and others. ## 7. Middle Class Melodies (Telugu)- 20th November - Directed by Vinod Anantoju, Middle Class Melodies stars Anand Deverakonda and Varsha Bollamma in the lead roles. ## 8. Maara (Tamil)- 17th December - Maara is an upcoming Tamil language romantic drama film directed by Dhilip Kumar. The film stars Madhavan and Shraddha Srinath in lead roles and is produced by Prateek Chakravorty and Shruti Nallappa of Pramod Films. ## 9. Bheema Sena Nalamaharaja (Kannada)- 29th October - Bheema Sena Nalamaharaja is a Kannada comedy-drama film directed by Karthik Saragur. It stars Aravind Iyer, Aarohi Narayan, Priyanka Thimmesh, Achyuth Kumar, and Aadya in leading roles. ## Earlier, Amazon Prime Video had announced the global premiere of 5 Non-Hindi films. The streaming giant had also premiered 'Gulabo Sitabo' and 'Shakuntla Devi' among others. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

1811 days ago

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Amitabh Bachchan's Jhund And Rajkummar Rao & Nushrat Bharucha Starrer Chhalaang May Release On OTT Platform

The over-the-top (OTT) platform, Amazon Prime Video has emerged as a winner during this time of coronavirus pandemic. The streaming giant has been able to bag some of the big Indian movies and seems to have there is no one to stop them anytime soon. ## As per the latest reports, the leading streaming platform has bagged Rajkummar Rao and Nushrat Bharucha's, Chhalaang along with Amitabh Bachchan and Sairat fame Akash Thosar and Rinku Rajguru starrer, Jhund that may premiere during the months of November and December 2020. ## Chhalaang is a social black comedy film directed by Hansal Mehta. The plot of this movie is set in a small town in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. This movie is jointly produced by Ajay Devgn, Luv Ranjan, Ankur Garg, and Bhushan Kumar under the banners of Ajay Devgn FFilms, Luv Films, and T-Series Films. ## The theatrical release of the movie has been postponed on multiple occasions due to various reasons. The last time film scheduled for release was on 12th June but due to the unpreceded covid-19 pandemic, it was postponed indefinitely. ## Also Read - Coolie No. 1 To Premiere On Amazon Prime Video During Diwali Weekend## On the other hand, Jhund is a biographical sports-drama film based on the life of Vijay Barse, the founder of NGO Slum Soccer. It is directed by Nagraj Manjule and produced by T-Series, Tandav Films Entertainment Pvt.Ltd, and Aatpaat Films. ## The movie stars, the legendary Amitabh Bachchan along with the Marathi blockbuster, Sairat fame Akash Thosar, and Rinku Rajguru in the prominant roles. Just like Chhalaang, Jhund has also been postponed many times with the last scheduled for release on the 8th of May 2020. ## Apart from the Bollywood movies like Gulabo Sitabo and Shakuntla Devi and most possibly Coolie No. 1, Amazon Prime Video had recently announced the global premiere of 5 non-Hindi films that were premiered during the months of June and July. ## Stay tuned...