Producer of Generation Kplus title Rainbow [pictured] sets up company to finance content-driven Indian cinema.
Manish Mundra, producer of Generation Kplus title Rainbow (Dhanak), has set up Mumbai-based Drishyam Films to finance content-driven Indian cinema, including Neeraj Ghaywan’s Masan, a co-production with Pathe and Arte in France.
India’s Phantom Films and Paris-based producer Melita Toscan du Plantier are also co-producing the drama, featuring three interweaving stories based on different relationships. Pathe is handling international sales on the film, which is currently in post-production.
“I believe quality films with strong content can connect with audiences in India and overseas, especially now we have social media to help us,” said Mundra, who also produced Sundance audience award-winner Umrika.
He plans to produce two or three story-driven Indian films a year and is also looking to invest in English and French-language projects. Drishyam is also assembling a team to handle Indian distribution of its films.
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Manish Mundra, producer of Generation Kplus title Rainbow (Dhanak), has set up Mumbai-based Drishyam Films to finance content-driven Indian cinema, including Neeraj Ghaywan’s Masan, a co-production with Pathe and Arte in France.
India’s Phantom Films and Paris-based producer Melita Toscan du Plantier are also co-producing the drama, featuring three interweaving stories based on different relationships. Pathe is handling international sales on the film, which is currently in post-production.
“I believe quality films with strong content can connect with audiences in India and overseas, especially now we have social media to help us,” said Mundra, who also produced Sundance audience award-winner Umrika.
He plans to produce two or three story-driven Indian films a year and is also looking to invest in English and French-language projects. Drishyam is also assembling a team to handle Indian distribution of its films.
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- 2/8/2015
- by lizshackleton@gmail.com (Liz Shackleton)
- ScreenDaily
Known for her unique choice of films, Kalki Koechlin is often appreciated for maintaining the right balance between commercial and parallel cinema. While she gained popularity as the tom boy Aditi in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, she has recently received critical acclaim for her brilliant portrayal of cerebral palsy patient in Margarita With A Straw. Kalki is now all set to star opposite the award winning veteran Naseeruddin Shah in the upcoming film Waiting. Waiting is based on the story of two individuals who are waiting in the hospital watching their relatives suffer in coma. The two are aimless but it is the crisis situation that creates a bond between the two. Though the subject is serious as the two struggle to find an aim in life, it is being said, that the story will be treated with humour. Waiting is directed by Anu Menon who has also directed by London,...
- 11/14/2014
- BollywoodHungama
X, directed by eleven Indian directors, will be screened as the opening film of the South Asian International Film Festival (Saiff). The festival will be held from November 18-23 in New York.
The film brings together eleven filmmakers with disparate styles to make different parts of the same film. The story revolves around K, a filmmaker with a mid-life crisis, who meets a mysterious young girl who reminds him of his first girlfriend at first, and subsequently, of every woman in his life.
Produced by Manish Mundra, the film is jointly directed by Abhinav Shiv Tiwari, Anu Menon, Hemant Gaba, Nalan Kumarasamy, Pratim D Gupta, Q, Raja Sen, Rajshree Ojha, Sandeep Mohan, Sudhish Kamath and Suparn Verma.
X features Aditi Chengappa, Bidita Bag, Gabriella Schmidt, Huma Qureshi, Neha Mahajan, Parno Mitra, Pia Bajpai, Pooja Ruparel, Radhika Apte, Richa Shukla, Rii Sen and SwaraBhaskar with Anshuman Jha and Rajat Kapoor.
Shiladitya Bora...
The film brings together eleven filmmakers with disparate styles to make different parts of the same film. The story revolves around K, a filmmaker with a mid-life crisis, who meets a mysterious young girl who reminds him of his first girlfriend at first, and subsequently, of every woman in his life.
Produced by Manish Mundra, the film is jointly directed by Abhinav Shiv Tiwari, Anu Menon, Hemant Gaba, Nalan Kumarasamy, Pratim D Gupta, Q, Raja Sen, Rajshree Ojha, Sandeep Mohan, Sudhish Kamath and Suparn Verma.
X features Aditi Chengappa, Bidita Bag, Gabriella Schmidt, Huma Qureshi, Neha Mahajan, Parno Mitra, Pia Bajpai, Pooja Ruparel, Radhika Apte, Richa Shukla, Rii Sen and SwaraBhaskar with Anshuman Jha and Rajat Kapoor.
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- 10/23/2014
- by NewsDesk
- DearCinema.com
What do you get when ten disparate styles of filmmaking are fused together and structured to create a larger style and story?
You might be familiar with anthology films where filmmakers chip in with short films strung together by a theme. But for the first time, 11 filmmakers from different parts of India have come together for a never-seen-before cinematic experience as they collaborate on one single film about one filmmaker. Buy one filmmaker, get 10 free!
The film, titled ‘X’ is begin made by a aroup of directors who have received praise and positive feedback for their independent films released in the past year or two and include Abhinav Shiv Tiwari (Oass), Anu Menon (London Paris New York), Hemant Gaba (Shuttlecock Boys), Pratim D. Gupta (Paanch Adhyay), Q (Gandu), Raja Sen (film critic), Rajshree Ojha (Aisha), Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free), Sudhish Kamath (Good Night Good Morning), Suparn Verma (Aatma) and...
You might be familiar with anthology films where filmmakers chip in with short films strung together by a theme. But for the first time, 11 filmmakers from different parts of India have come together for a never-seen-before cinematic experience as they collaborate on one single film about one filmmaker. Buy one filmmaker, get 10 free!
The film, titled ‘X’ is begin made by a aroup of directors who have received praise and positive feedback for their independent films released in the past year or two and include Abhinav Shiv Tiwari (Oass), Anu Menon (London Paris New York), Hemant Gaba (Shuttlecock Boys), Pratim D. Gupta (Paanch Adhyay), Q (Gandu), Raja Sen (film critic), Rajshree Ojha (Aisha), Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free), Sudhish Kamath (Good Night Good Morning), Suparn Verma (Aatma) and...
- 5/17/2013
- by Pooja Rao
- Bollyspice
Q (Gandu, Tasher Desh), Thiagarajan Kumararaja (Aaranya Kaandam) are among eleven directors who have joined hands to make a collaborative feature “X” to be executive produced by Shiladitya Bora of PVR Directors’ Rare.
“X” is a filmmaker’s journey through his past encounters with his 10 ex-girlfriends as he spends one surreal unforgettable night at a film festival after he meets a mysterious girl who intriguingly seems to have something to do with every woman in his life.
Abhinav Shiv Tiwari (Oass), Anu Menon (London Paris New York), Hemant Gaba (Shuttlecock Boys), Pratim D. Gupta (Paanch Adhyay), Raja Sen (film critic), Rajshree Ojha (Aisha), Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free), Sudhish Kamath (Good Night Good Morning), Suparn Verma (Aatma) are the other directors who will write and direct individual segments.
Rajat Kapoor will play K, the protagonist in the film.
The film is being presented by Manish Mundra while all eleven directors...
“X” is a filmmaker’s journey through his past encounters with his 10 ex-girlfriends as he spends one surreal unforgettable night at a film festival after he meets a mysterious girl who intriguingly seems to have something to do with every woman in his life.
Abhinav Shiv Tiwari (Oass), Anu Menon (London Paris New York), Hemant Gaba (Shuttlecock Boys), Pratim D. Gupta (Paanch Adhyay), Raja Sen (film critic), Rajshree Ojha (Aisha), Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free), Sudhish Kamath (Good Night Good Morning), Suparn Verma (Aatma) are the other directors who will write and direct individual segments.
Rajat Kapoor will play K, the protagonist in the film.
The film is being presented by Manish Mundra while all eleven directors...
- 5/15/2013
- by NewsDesk
- DearCinema.com
Today it was unveiled that 11 of India's hottest young filmmakers are teaming up for an omnibus project titled X - The Film, and based on the names involved, I am very excited. The 11 directors on X - The Film are responsible for some of India's finest independent projects over the last few years, and bring a wide cultural perspective to the film. They are Suparn Verma (Aatma, Acid Factory, Ek Haseena Ek Khiladi), Q (Gandu, Love in India, Tasher Desh), Sudhish Kamath (Good Night Good Morning), Abhinav Shiv Tiwari (Oass), Anu Menon (London Paris New York), Hemant Gaba (Shuttlecock Boys), Pratim D. Gupta (Paanch Adhyay), Raja Sen (film critic for Rediff), Rajshree Ojha (Aisha), Sandeep Mohan (Love, Wrinkle Free), and Thiagarajan Kumararaja (Aaranya Kaandam)....
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- 5/15/2013
- Screen Anarchy
That 2012 began with an overwrought hyper-melodramatic brutal and tumultuous remake of Agneepath and ended with Yash Chopra’s muted mellow all-heart-no-malice ode to romance Jab Tak Hai Jaan seems indicative of the direction that Bollywood seems headed for. The journey, as we can see, is unpredictable and largely exciting. Looking back, some films of 2012 that fetched hype-star ratings seem bloated and over-eager to please either critics or the masses, but never both. Luckily the films that were truly meritorious did get a place under the swoon.
Each year Bollywood surprises us, and not always in a good way. 2012 seems like a watershed year even by the continuously evolving standards of filmmaking set by envelope-pushing directors who have filtered into filmdom during the past years. 2012 was the year when Tigmanshu Dhulia, Sujoy Ghosh and Shoojit Sircar came into their own with films that took mainstream cinema to new heights. It was...
Each year Bollywood surprises us, and not always in a good way. 2012 seems like a watershed year even by the continuously evolving standards of filmmaking set by envelope-pushing directors who have filtered into filmdom during the past years. 2012 was the year when Tigmanshu Dhulia, Sujoy Ghosh and Shoojit Sircar came into their own with films that took mainstream cinema to new heights. It was...
- 1/17/2013
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, Nov 14: Pakistani-actor singer Ali Zafar is on a roll. He has been signed on to star in Neeraj Pandey's "Aman Ki Asha".
The actor will be seen opposite Yami Gautam of "Vicky Donor" fame in the new romantic comedy.
"My next feature, a rom com is tentatively named "Aman Ki Asha" opposite Yami Gautam written and produced by Neeraj Pandey, directed by E. Nivas," Ali tweeted.
Ali made his Bollywood debut with Yash Raj Film's "Mere Brother Ki Dulhan" and was later seen in Anu Menon's "London Paris New York". He is now gearing up for the release of "Chasme Buddoor", a remake of 1981 film of the same name.
Ians...
The actor will be seen opposite Yami Gautam of "Vicky Donor" fame in the new romantic comedy.
"My next feature, a rom com is tentatively named "Aman Ki Asha" opposite Yami Gautam written and produced by Neeraj Pandey, directed by E. Nivas," Ali tweeted.
Ali made his Bollywood debut with Yash Raj Film's "Mere Brother Ki Dulhan" and was later seen in Anu Menon's "London Paris New York". He is now gearing up for the release of "Chasme Buddoor", a remake of 1981 film of the same name.
Ians...
- 11/14/2012
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, March 9: Debutant director Anu Menon's "London Paris New York", an unconventional romantic comedy that travels the three cities, has managed to impress the oversees box office.
The movie collected $53,535 on its opening weekend in the Us and $112,000 in the Middle East.
The film starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari collected approximately 32,538 pounds, which is said to be more than the collection of "Band Baaja Baarat" (25,000 pounds), "Tanu Weds Manu" (28,000 pounds) and "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na" (30,000 pounds), said an official statement from the film's publicist.
Produced by Goldie Behl and.
The movie collected $53,535 on its opening weekend in the Us and $112,000 in the Middle East.
The film starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari collected approximately 32,538 pounds, which is said to be more than the collection of "Band Baaja Baarat" (25,000 pounds), "Tanu Weds Manu" (28,000 pounds) and "Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na" (30,000 pounds), said an official statement from the film's publicist.
Produced by Goldie Behl and.
- 3/9/2012
- by Lohit Reddy
- RealBollywood.com
Debutant director Anu Menon.s London Paris New York, an unconventional romantic comedy that travels the three cities, has managed to impress the oversees box office.The movie collected $53,535 on its opening weekend in the Us and $112,000 in the Middle East.The film starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari collected approximately 32,538 pounds, which is said to be more than the collection of Band Baaja Baarat (25,000 pounds), Tanu Weds Manu (28,000 pounds) and Jaane Tu. Ya Jaane Na (30,000 pounds), said an official statement from the film.s publicist.Produced by Goldie Behl and his banner Rose Movies and Fox Star Movies distributed the film..London Paris New York is a small budget film that was targeted at a niche audience. We are happy that the film is being so well revived, especially by audiences it was made for - having kept the budget under control, we.ve managed to deliver on...
- 3/9/2012
- Filmicafe
Can you fall in love with the same person over and over again? Does meeting them at different stages of your and their life mean you meet a new person each time? Anu Menon perhaps did not think I’d walk out the cinema with such questions after watching her debut film but essentially that is what London Paris New York is all about.
Menon divides the romance of her characters in three phases, each phase reflecting the mood of the city in which the characters are. Nikhil and Lalita’s love story proves that spending days and nights together isn’t what love stories are all about. The same amount of love, intensity and passion can be ignited by three simple encounters. The climax these three encounters leads to is what sets the flow for London Paris New York.
The debutant director tries rather hard to ensure her love...
Menon divides the romance of her characters in three phases, each phase reflecting the mood of the city in which the characters are. Nikhil and Lalita’s love story proves that spending days and nights together isn’t what love stories are all about. The same amount of love, intensity and passion can be ignited by three simple encounters. The climax these three encounters leads to is what sets the flow for London Paris New York.
The debutant director tries rather hard to ensure her love...
- 3/3/2012
- by Prathna Tiwari
- Bollyspice
This weekend sees the launch of Twentieth Century Fox and Rose Productions' new international-flavoured Bollywood release, the love story London Paris New York, also known as Lpny.
The cast of this coming-of-age comedy is led by Bollywood's newest stars: Pakistani actor, singer and musician Ali Zafar (Tere Bin Laden, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan), who has also penned and performs on the official soundtrack, and South Indian actress Aditi Rao Hydari (Yeh Sali Zindagi, Rockstar). Zafar talks about his involvement in the film in an interview included below.
Making her directorial debut is actress Anu Menon, a former student at the London Film School who is known for her roles in off-beat, independent cinema releases Raat Gayi, Baat Gayi and Quick Gun Murugun: Misadventures of an Indian Cowboy.
London Paris New York follows the journey of love between star-crossed twenty-somethings Nikhil (Ali Zafar) and Lalitha (Aditi Rao Hydari) who who find...
The cast of this coming-of-age comedy is led by Bollywood's newest stars: Pakistani actor, singer and musician Ali Zafar (Tere Bin Laden, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan), who has also penned and performs on the official soundtrack, and South Indian actress Aditi Rao Hydari (Yeh Sali Zindagi, Rockstar). Zafar talks about his involvement in the film in an interview included below.
Making her directorial debut is actress Anu Menon, a former student at the London Film School who is known for her roles in off-beat, independent cinema releases Raat Gayi, Baat Gayi and Quick Gun Murugun: Misadventures of an Indian Cowboy.
London Paris New York follows the journey of love between star-crossed twenty-somethings Nikhil (Ali Zafar) and Lalitha (Aditi Rao Hydari) who who find...
- 3/3/2012
- by David Bentley
- The Geek Files
Michael (18)
(Markus Schleinzer) Michael Fuith, David Rauchenberger, Gisella Salcher. 96 mins
The daily routine of an Austrian paedophile who keeps a young boy locked in his cellar was hardly something anyone was queuing up to see, but this challenges us, and itself, to take a look. At the same time, it thankfully averts its gaze from scenes of actual abuse. There are keen observations on parenting, privacy, power relations and more, but the flat, factual approach verges on dull, and the absence of empathy ultimately just leaves you feeling grubby. So get in line for the grimmest movie of the year!
This Means War (12A)
(McG, 2012, Us) Chris Pine, Tom Hardy, Reese Witherspoon. 98 mins
Two suspiciously close CIA buddies fall out when they discover they're dating the same woman – cue the misuse of government equipment and their own combat skills for one-upmanship. The romcom high concept is novel for a good reason: it's completely ridiculous.
(Markus Schleinzer) Michael Fuith, David Rauchenberger, Gisella Salcher. 96 mins
The daily routine of an Austrian paedophile who keeps a young boy locked in his cellar was hardly something anyone was queuing up to see, but this challenges us, and itself, to take a look. At the same time, it thankfully averts its gaze from scenes of actual abuse. There are keen observations on parenting, privacy, power relations and more, but the flat, factual approach verges on dull, and the absence of empathy ultimately just leaves you feeling grubby. So get in line for the grimmest movie of the year!
This Means War (12A)
(McG, 2012, Us) Chris Pine, Tom Hardy, Reese Witherspoon. 98 mins
Two suspiciously close CIA buddies fall out when they discover they're dating the same woman – cue the misuse of government equipment and their own combat skills for one-upmanship. The romcom high concept is novel for a good reason: it's completely ridiculous.
- 3/3/2012
- by Steve Rose
- The Guardian - Film News
Aditi Rao Hydari certainly caught everyone’s eye with her debut performance in the Tamil film Sringaram, which went on to win several National awards. She, of course continued acting and worked both in the South and Hindi film industries. It was her lead role in Yeh Saali Zindagi that led her to her starring role in London Paris New York. But more on that tale in a bit… In Lpny, Aditi takes on the interesting character of Lalitha and her journey of finding who she is and finding love. In the rom-com with a bit more, Lalitha and Ali Zafar’s Nikhil, over a period of eight years meet and romance for one day in London, Paris and New York. Does their love continue on after that day in New York? Well, we will find out on March 2nd when it hits cinemas. It is always wonderful to chat...
- 3/2/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Ali Zafar, if you know his name then you know his music. The pop singer is a huge star with many great songs and hits to his name. You also may know him as the actor and have seen him in his break out role in the funny Tere Bin Laden and continuing on with his success as an actor who got great reviews in the romantic Mere Brother Ki Dulhan. For London Paris New York, Ali combined his skills in both music and acting and not only stars in the film as the romantic lead, he also composed the soundtrack. In an interesting twist, he also sang the male vocals on the tracks and even had co-star Aditi Rao Hydari join in on two songs. Directed by Anu Menon, London Paris New York follows Nikhil and Lalitha, two twenty somethings as they meet in London, Paris and New York...
- 2/29/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Ali Zafar is currently promoting his new film London Paris New York, and gave an interview, talking about shooting in the three cities, composing the music for the film, and romancing his co-star Aditi Rao Hydari.
How did Lpny come about and what attracted you to the story?
My manager and I met with the director Anu Menon and executives from Rose Movies to discuss the project. I loved the script and the story and so was sold on doing the film. The fact that it’s set in three parts, filmed in three wonderful cities and covers three chapters in the lead characters’ lives, makes it a unique and special film.
What is special about your new film: London Paris New York?
There are a lot of unique things about the film; it is a Hatke love story with a lot of romance and great music. Our experience from the film,...
How did Lpny come about and what attracted you to the story?
My manager and I met with the director Anu Menon and executives from Rose Movies to discuss the project. I loved the script and the story and so was sold on doing the film. The fact that it’s set in three parts, filmed in three wonderful cities and covers three chapters in the lead characters’ lives, makes it a unique and special film.
What is special about your new film: London Paris New York?
There are a lot of unique things about the film; it is a Hatke love story with a lot of romance and great music. Our experience from the film,...
- 2/29/2012
- by Maahin
- Nerdly
New Delhi, Feb 29: After two successful films, Pakistani singer-actor Ali Zafar is back in action with his new romantic movie "London Paris New York" with actress Aditi Rao Hydari that releases Friday.
Directed by debutant Anu Menon, the film puts spotlight on the angst of the 20s, a life altering period when one has to find a career, form an identity and experience the charms of falling in love for the first time.
It is a story about Lalitha (Aditi), a middle-class South Indian girl from Chembur in Mumbai, who is on her way to New York to study politics on a scholarship. She makes a detour to London, where she meets Nikhil (Ali), a rich Punjabi kid from Bandra, who is to study filmmaking in London.
They meet in.
Directed by debutant Anu Menon, the film puts spotlight on the angst of the 20s, a life altering period when one has to find a career, form an identity and experience the charms of falling in love for the first time.
It is a story about Lalitha (Aditi), a middle-class South Indian girl from Chembur in Mumbai, who is on her way to New York to study politics on a scholarship. She makes a detour to London, where she meets Nikhil (Ali), a rich Punjabi kid from Bandra, who is to study filmmaking in London.
They meet in.
- 2/29/2012
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
We have an exclusive contest just for our readers in the Big Apple! They are holding a special screening of the Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari film London Paris New York a day before the film releases and we have tickets up for grabs! But more on that in a bit…
London Paris New York, directed by Anu Menon is a romance in three parts! The film is a quirky and unique, coming-of-age drama that interspearses the significance of the number three, as it follows the journey of love between ‘Nikhil’ (Ali Zafar) and ‘Lalitha’ (Aditi Rao Hydari) who meet for a night in three cities, London, Paris and New York. Mirroring three states of love in a heart-warming, amusing and stylish plot, ‘London Paris New York’ is said to bring razor sharp wit back into Bollywood’s romantic comedies. It is a film that captures the angst of the twenties,...
London Paris New York, directed by Anu Menon is a romance in three parts! The film is a quirky and unique, coming-of-age drama that interspearses the significance of the number three, as it follows the journey of love between ‘Nikhil’ (Ali Zafar) and ‘Lalitha’ (Aditi Rao Hydari) who meet for a night in three cities, London, Paris and New York. Mirroring three states of love in a heart-warming, amusing and stylish plot, ‘London Paris New York’ is said to bring razor sharp wit back into Bollywood’s romantic comedies. It is a film that captures the angst of the twenties,...
- 2/27/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
It is usually in reel life when we see the hero or heroine running to catch the train but for Ali Zafar and co-star Aditi Rao Hydari this happened in real life.
The two stars, who will soon be seen in the love story London Paris New York, were at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival promoting the film and as always, things were running a little bit late. They both were committed to go to another function, but it was rush hour in Mumbai. So instead of trying to get across the city in a car they both ran to catch a train from Churchgate station!
People who were on the train that day had no idea that they had stars riding along with them, since both Aditi and Ali disguised themselves for the ride! Aditi who was in the woman’s compartment rode with a shawl, while Ali wore a scarf and hat.
The two stars, who will soon be seen in the love story London Paris New York, were at the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival promoting the film and as always, things were running a little bit late. They both were committed to go to another function, but it was rush hour in Mumbai. So instead of trying to get across the city in a car they both ran to catch a train from Churchgate station!
People who were on the train that day had no idea that they had stars riding along with them, since both Aditi and Ali disguised themselves for the ride! Aditi who was in the woman’s compartment rode with a shawl, while Ali wore a scarf and hat.
- 2/21/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
We will soon get to see the new jodi of Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari in their upcoming film London Paris New York. Not only that, Ali Zafar has composed the music plus we get to hear the two sing on the Ost as well…can that be any cooler? Directed by Anu Menon, the film is a tale of love that captures the angst of the twenties, the most dramatic period of one’s life – when you have to find a career; you have your first significant relationship and most importantly form your identity in this world.
This is story about Lalitha, a middle class south Indian girl from Chembur (an eastern suburb in mumbai) who is on her way to New York to study politics with full scholarship, and Nikhil, a punjabi, rich kid from Bandra (a posh western suburb of Mumbai – read new money) who is...
This is story about Lalitha, a middle class south Indian girl from Chembur (an eastern suburb in mumbai) who is on her way to New York to study politics with full scholarship, and Nikhil, a punjabi, rich kid from Bandra (a posh western suburb of Mumbai – read new money) who is...
- 2/19/2012
- by Trupti Kantilal
- Bollyspice
London, Paris, New York leads Ali Zafar, Aditi Rao Hydari accompanied by director Anu Menon, producers Shrishti Arya & Goldie Behl, dropped by the Reliance Digital Store in suburban Mumbai to promote their upcoming movie. Visibly excited about the compliments the movie has been receiving, the team engaged their audience with conversations on upcoming Valentine’s Day, film’s music and the Lpny experience.
Speaking about the essence of Lpny Debutant director Anu Menon said, “I wanted to write a story about 2 people and how they figure themselves out in the world and at the same time how their love story progresses. London, Paris and New York are my 3 favorite cities in the world; I’ve tried to capture the romance in the 3 cities”
Counting her blessings for being a part of the Rose Productions’ family, Aditi professed her joy of getting the chance to do her first film as a...
Speaking about the essence of Lpny Debutant director Anu Menon said, “I wanted to write a story about 2 people and how they figure themselves out in the world and at the same time how their love story progresses. London, Paris and New York are my 3 favorite cities in the world; I’ve tried to capture the romance in the 3 cities”
Counting her blessings for being a part of the Rose Productions’ family, Aditi professed her joy of getting the chance to do her first film as a...
- 2/12/2012
- by Pooja Rao
- Bollyspice
It was a star-studded occasion as Indian cinema’s latest acting sensations Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari, together with debutante director Anu Menon, launched the official music soundtrack from the highly anticipated new Twentieth Century Fox and Rose Productions’ romantic comedy London Paris New York in the capital of India – New Delhi. London Paris New York will release in cinemas on 2nd March 2012.
Although musicals are the tradition in Indian films, London Paris New York is likely to be the first film where the lead stars have actually sung the songs themselves. Music plays an integral part in the film and mirrors the personal journey of the lead characters Nikhil (Ali Zafar) and Lalitha (Aditi Rao Hydari), as they meet in London, flirt in Paris and fall in love in New York, for one night over eight years. Adding further impetus to London Paris New York, Ali Zafar has...
Although musicals are the tradition in Indian films, London Paris New York is likely to be the first film where the lead stars have actually sung the songs themselves. Music plays an integral part in the film and mirrors the personal journey of the lead characters Nikhil (Ali Zafar) and Lalitha (Aditi Rao Hydari), as they meet in London, flirt in Paris and fall in love in New York, for one night over eight years. Adding further impetus to London Paris New York, Ali Zafar has...
- 2/11/2012
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
London Paris New York stars Bollywood’s newest sensations – Pakistani actor, singer and musician Ali Zafar, who has also penned and performs on the official soundtrack to the film, and South Indian actress Aditi Rao Hydari. Making her directorial debut is Anu Menon, a former student at the London Film School.
London Paris New York is a quirky and unique, coming-of-age drama that interspearses the significance of the number three, as it follows the journey of love between ‘Nikhil’ (Ali Zafar) and ‘Lalitha’ (Aditi Rao Hydari) who meet for a night in three cities, London, Paris and New York. Mirroring three states of love in a heart-warming, amusing and stylish plot, London Paris New York is said to bring razor sharp wit back into Bollywood’s romantic comedies!
Check out the totally cool video for the fab title song written, composed and sung by Ali Zafar!
www.youtube.com/watch?...
London Paris New York is a quirky and unique, coming-of-age drama that interspearses the significance of the number three, as it follows the journey of love between ‘Nikhil’ (Ali Zafar) and ‘Lalitha’ (Aditi Rao Hydari) who meet for a night in three cities, London, Paris and New York. Mirroring three states of love in a heart-warming, amusing and stylish plot, London Paris New York is said to bring razor sharp wit back into Bollywood’s romantic comedies!
Check out the totally cool video for the fab title song written, composed and sung by Ali Zafar!
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- 2/3/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Award-winning pop singer, composer and actor Ali Zafar follows up his popular hits Mere Brother Ki Dulhan and Tere Bin Laden with the cross-continent romantic comedy London Paris New York starring opposite Aditi Rao Hydari (Rockstar) opening in North American theaters on March 2.
Vijay Singh, CEO Fox Star Studios India: “This coming-of-age comedy is a project that we are very excited about..it’s a step towards bringing something different to the romantic-comedy palette that will appeal to the youth…It speaks their language, reflects their aspirations and the angst and joys of falling in love. The music of the film is very special and will appeal to the heartbeat of the youth .. ”
Unlike most Bollywood films, for Lpny the soundtrack is completely composed by star Ali Zafar who says “I wanted to create sounds that are fresh and since the film touches on different emotions I could experiment with genres.
Vijay Singh, CEO Fox Star Studios India: “This coming-of-age comedy is a project that we are very excited about..it’s a step towards bringing something different to the romantic-comedy palette that will appeal to the youth…It speaks their language, reflects their aspirations and the angst and joys of falling in love. The music of the film is very special and will appeal to the heartbeat of the youth .. ”
Unlike most Bollywood films, for Lpny the soundtrack is completely composed by star Ali Zafar who says “I wanted to create sounds that are fresh and since the film touches on different emotions I could experiment with genres.
- 1/26/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Fox Star Studios and Rose Movies’ coming-of-age romantic comedy London Paris New York, which stars Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari, promises to bring the wit back into Bollywood’s romantic comedies. The film which marks the directorial debut of Anu Menon hits cinemas on 2nd March,2012.
Capturing the angst of the young twenties, London Paris New York is the story of Nikhil and Lalitha two completely different individuals who are drawn to each other in spite of their differences or perhaps because of it. The film follows their journey of love as they meet in London, Paris and New York for a night in each city. Says producer Shrishti Arya, “The film is completely shot internationally. We are happy to be working with Anu Menon who with her background of London Film School brings to the project the right balance of understanding emotional appeal in an international setting.”
London Paris New York...
Capturing the angst of the young twenties, London Paris New York is the story of Nikhil and Lalitha two completely different individuals who are drawn to each other in spite of their differences or perhaps because of it. The film follows their journey of love as they meet in London, Paris and New York for a night in each city. Says producer Shrishti Arya, “The film is completely shot internationally. We are happy to be working with Anu Menon who with her background of London Film School brings to the project the right balance of understanding emotional appeal in an international setting.”
London Paris New York...
- 1/17/2012
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Filmmaker Goldie Behl is back in action with a new film called London Paris New York. However, this time Goldie is only concentrating on the production part of the film and has entrusted the direction of the film to a newcomer Anu Menon. With the coming-of age romantic comedy, London Paris New York, Goldie is hoping to reiterate the magic of Jawani Diwani which his father Ramesh Behl had created. Rose movies, founded by my father Ramesh Behl, started the tradition of maki...
- 1/14/2012
- GlamSham
Fox Star Studios and Rose Movies' coming-of-age romantic comedy London Paris New York is all set for release on 2nd March, 2012
Promising to bring the wit back into Bollywood's romantic comedies, London Paris New York starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari, mirrors the 3 states of love set in an international scenario and also marks the directorial debut of Anu Menon.
Capturing the angst of the young twenties, London Paris New York is the story of Nikhil and Lalitha two completely different individuals who are drawn to each other in spite of their differences or perhaps because of it. The film follows their journey of love as they meet in London, Paris and New York for a night in each city.
Says producer Shrishti Arya, "The film is completely shot internationally. We are happy to be working with Anu Menon who with her background of London Film School brings to...
Promising to bring the wit back into Bollywood's romantic comedies, London Paris New York starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari, mirrors the 3 states of love set in an international scenario and also marks the directorial debut of Anu Menon.
Capturing the angst of the young twenties, London Paris New York is the story of Nikhil and Lalitha two completely different individuals who are drawn to each other in spite of their differences or perhaps because of it. The film follows their journey of love as they meet in London, Paris and New York for a night in each city.
Says producer Shrishti Arya, "The film is completely shot internationally. We are happy to be working with Anu Menon who with her background of London Film School brings to...
- 1/10/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Fox Star Studios and Rose Movies' coming-of-age romantic comedy London Paris New York is soon to see its release, scheduled for the 2nd March, 2012. Promising to bring the wit back into Bollywood's romantic comedies, London Paris New York starring Ali Zafar and Aditi Rao Hydari, mirrors the 3 states of love set in an international scenario, and also marks the directorial debut of Anu Menon. Capturing the angst of the young twenties, London Paris New York is the story of...
- 1/10/2012
- GlamSham
While shooting in London for Fox Studios and Rose Movies’ coming-of-age romantic film -London Paris New York, lead actor Ali Zafar was overwhelmed with the crowds that would gather to catch a glimpse of him giving a take.
While the star assumed he wouldn’t be recognized in the city, much to his surprise, tons of fans would crowd up the streets they were shooting at, holding up posters and his albums.
Confirms producer Shrishti Arya, “Ali’s fan following was very overwhelming. We were a small unit and thought maybe we’d go unrecognized. However, given the large Asian community, wherever we went, we always had a sizable audience with us thanks to Ali’s ardent admirers.”
Says a production source, “What took the team by surprise was how well locals in London recognized Ali…they knew his songs and would queue up to have their albums autographed…...
While the star assumed he wouldn’t be recognized in the city, much to his surprise, tons of fans would crowd up the streets they were shooting at, holding up posters and his albums.
Confirms producer Shrishti Arya, “Ali’s fan following was very overwhelming. We were a small unit and thought maybe we’d go unrecognized. However, given the large Asian community, wherever we went, we always had a sizable audience with us thanks to Ali’s ardent admirers.”
Says a production source, “What took the team by surprise was how well locals in London recognized Ali…they knew his songs and would queue up to have their albums autographed…...
- 12/1/2011
- by BollySpice Editors
- Bollyspice
Producer duo Goldie Behl and Shrishti Arya have just wrapped up with the first schedule of their upcoming film London Paris New York in London and now the cast and crew are gearing up to travel to Paris, the city of love, where the second schedule is due to take place. The film, which is directed by debutant Anu Menon, stars actor-cum-singer Ali Zafar and Yeh Saali Zindagi fame Aditi Rao. Fox Star Studios, who are backing the project, has associated with Goldie Behl’s Rose Read More...
- 10/20/2011
- Bollywood Trade
Producer duo Goldie Behl and Shrishti Arya have just wrapped up with the first schedule of their upcoming film London Paris New York in London and now the cast and crew are gearing up to travel to Paris, the city of love, where the second schedule is due to take place. The film, which is directed by debutant Anu Menon, stars actor-cum-singer Ali Zafar and Yeh Saali Zindagi fame Aditi Rao. Fox Star Studios, who are backing the project, has associated with Goldie Behl's Rose...
- 10/20/2011
- GlamSham
Movie Review: Raat Gayi Baat Gayi: Star cast: Rajat Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Neha Dhupia, Irawati Harse Mayadev, Navneet Nishan, Dalip Tahil and Anu Menon; Director: Saurabh Shukla; Rating: *** 1/2 - A classy, slice of life affair.
Advertised hinting the film as the desi version of Hollywood’s 2009 super hit The Hangover, Raat Gayi Baat Gayi is anything but that! But that doesn’t take away the fact that it’s a wonderfully crafted entertaining affair.
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Advertised hinting the film as the desi version of Hollywood’s 2009 super hit The Hangover, Raat Gayi Baat Gayi is anything but that! But that doesn’t take away the fact that it’s a wonderfully crafted entertaining affair.
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- 1/2/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Movie Preview: Raat Gayi Baat Gayi; Star cast: Neha Dhupia, Rajat Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Dalip Tahil, Iravati Harshe Mayadev, Anu Menon, Navneet Nishan and Ranvir Shorey; Director: Saurabh Shukla.
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3 couples, an 8-year-old marriage and a one-night-stand to end all others. Percept Picture Company and Pnc presents a Rajat Kapoor production of the year’s most outrageously funny comedy that starts with a night of questions and ends up in bed with zero answers!
‘Raat Gayi Baat Gayi’ catches Rahul (Rajat Kapoor) waking up on.
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3 couples, an 8-year-old marriage and a one-night-stand to end all others. Percept Picture Company and Pnc presents a Rajat Kapoor production of the year’s most outrageously funny comedy that starts with a night of questions and ends up in bed with zero answers!
‘Raat Gayi Baat Gayi’ catches Rahul (Rajat Kapoor) waking up on.
- 12/11/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Pritish Nandy Communications' (Pnc) forthcoming film 'Raat Gayi Baat Gayi' recently won the Best Film Award at HBO's New York South Asian International Film Festival, 2009. The film premiered at the festival and was screened in the Competition category. Director Saurabh Shukla and actor Rajat Kapoor were present to receive the award. The South Asian International Film Festival is one of the most exciting events on New York's cultural calendar and film makers from all over the world; compete to be a part of it. "It is a wonderful moment for the film, Pnc and me", said Saurabh Shukla, "This award is a fabulous recognition of Raat Gayi Baat Gayi and it shows the growing reach and acceptance of Indian feature films worldwide". Producer Pritish Nandy adds, "This affirms our faith in the fact that some of the best films currently being made in India are by directors and...
- 11/4/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Click above for more stills Pritish Nandy Communications' (Pnc) forthcoming film 'Raat Gayi Baat Gayi' recently won the Best Film Award at HBO's New York South Asian International Film Festival, 2009. The film premiered at the festival and was screened in the Competition category. Director Saurabh Shukla and actor Rajat Kapoor were present to receive the award. The South Asian International Film Festival is one of the most exciting events on New York's cultural calendar and film makers from all over the world; compete to be a part of it. "It is a wonderful moment for the film, Pnc and me", said Saurabh Shukla, "This award is a fabulous recognition of Raat Gayi Baat Gayi and it shows the growing reach and acceptance of Indian feature films worldwide". Producer Pritish Nandy adds, "This affirms our faith in the fact that some of the best films currently being made in...
- 11/4/2009
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Percept Picture Company will be releasing Raat Gayi Baat Gayi on 9 October.Raat Gayi Baat Gayi is an outlandish comedy from the team of Bheja Fry about three couples, an eight year old marriage and a one night stand to end all others.The film is directed by Saurabh Shukla and stars Rajat Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Dalip Tahil, Irawati, Harshe Mayadev, Anu Menon, Navniit Nisshan, Aamir Bashir, Neha Dhupia, Ranvir Shorey, Makarand Deshpande and Sudhir Mishra. There are seven tracks in the film and the music is given by Ankur ...
- 8/12/2009
- BusinessofCinema
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