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Prime Video has set a global premiere date for “Citadel: Honey Bunny,” the Indian instalment of the “Citadel” franchise. The series stars Varun Dhawan and Samantha in lead roles.

The Indian series born from the world of “Citadel” is directed by Raj & Dk (Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K.) and written by Sita R. Menon, along with Raj & Dk. The series is produced by D2R Films, Amazon MGM Studios, and executive produced by the Russo Brothers’ Agbo.

Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot and Scott Nemes from Agbo, alongside David Weil (“Hunters”), executive produce “Citadel: Honey Bunny” and all the series within the world of “Citadel”. Midnight Radio is also an executive producer.

The ensemble cast includes Kay Kay Menon, Simran, Saqib Saleem, Sikandar Kher, Soham Majumdar, Shivankit Parihar and Kashvi Majmundar.

Prime Video unveiled the premiere date at a fan event in Mumbai, where it also released a teaser for the series.

Netflix India has revealed a new collaboration with creators Raj & Dk for its first action-fantasy series, “Rakt Bramhand – The Bloody Kingdom.” This project follows their recent successful collaboration with the series “Guns & Gulaabs.”

The duo will partner with director Rahi Anil Barve and writer Sita R. Menon under their production company, D2R Films. The series is set to feature action sequences and visual effects within a fictional kingdom setting. Filming is due to commence soon.

Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dk, known professionally as Raj & Dk, have established themselves as innovative filmmakers in the Indian entertainment industry. The duo gained recognition for their work on films such as “99,” “Shor in the City” and “Go Goa Gone.” They’ve also found success in the streaming space with Prime Video series like “The Family Man” and “Farzi.” The duo formed a multi-year creative partnership with Netflix in 2022.

Barve made his feature...

Ali Fazal, currently enjoying the success of Mirzapur Season 3, has reportedly signed on for the lead role in the upcoming fantasy thriller series, Rakht Brahmand. The series will also feature Samantha Ruth Prabhu in a lead role, with Aditya Roy Kapur and Wamiqa Gabbi in key supporting roles. The project is helmed by the acclaimed filmmaker duo Raj & Dk, known for their work on The Family Man, Farzi, and Guns and Gulaabs, with Rahi Anil Barve, best known for the cult horror film Tumbbad, directing the six-part series.

Rakht Brahmand

Rakht Brahmand remains shrouded in mystery regarding its plot, but the casting and directorial team have generated significant excitement. Filming is scheduled to commence next week in Mumbai, with Ali Fazal committed to working on the series throughout August, balancing this with brief schedules for his other projects. A source close to the production mentioned, “Ali Fazal will be shooting...

Season 3 of Prime Video’s smash hit Indian show “The Family Man” has commenced filming.

Manoj Bajpayee will once again portray the character of Srikant Tiwari, a middle-class Mumbai-based salaryman who is secretly an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (Tasc), a wing of India’s National Investigation Agency. In Season 3, Tiwari will confront a looming threat to national security, while balancing the demands of family life and desperately working to mend his relationship with his wife. As Tiwari races against time, the stakes escalate as he needs to outmanoeuvre a formidable adversary and protect his country and its sovereignty.

The third season will bring back several of the original cast members, including Priyamani (playing Suchitra Tiwari), Sharib Hashmi (J.K. Talpade), Ashlesha Thakur (Dhriti Tiwari) and Vedant Sinha (Atharv Tiwari), with some more well known actors expected to join.

The series is created by Raj Nidimoru and and Krishna Dk,...

A pair of top international executives have joined forces to build a UK-based talent agency and production business.

Thomas Drachkovitch and Jason Hafford will lead Dream Bay Entertainment, with former Amazon exec Drachkovitch the founder and Managing Director and ex-CAA rep Hafford co-founder and Head of Dbe Management.

The company, which Drachkovitch launched last year after exiting his role at Amazon Studios (now Amazon MGM Studios), comprises film and television production, literary and talent management, and media advisory services divisions. Based out of London, Dream Bay’s bosses plan to offer “a unique blend of strategic guidance, development expertise, and industry insights.”

LA native Drachkovitch left his UK-based role as Original Series Development Executive at Amazon Studios in 2022 having overseen commissioning initiatives across global markets.

He had previously been based in India, where he helped spearhead the launch of Amazon Studios’ first Indian content slate out of Mumbai, including shows such as Comicstaan,...

Bollywood A-lister Ajay Devgn’s latest release is “Maidaan,” where he plays an inspirational soccer coach.

Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma (“Badhaai Ho”), the film is produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor’s Bayview Projects and Fresh Lime Films. Devgn stars as Syed Abdul Rahim, whose revolutionary coaching and strategy methods led the Indian national soccer team to gold medals in the 1951 and 1962 Asian Games and a semi-final berth at the 1956 Olympics. The cast also includes Priyamani (“The Family Man”) and Gajraj Rao (“Badhaai Ho”).

“‘Maidaan’ is one of the best films I have done. From the way the emotions and drama have been captured to its exceptional storytelling, great characters, and the way it has been shot. For me it’s perfect,” Devgn told Variety.

On his preparation for the role Devgn said, “I just followed Amit and his brief for Rahim, because of all the detailing work they...

Anupam Mittal Has Been A Judge on Shark Tank India For 3 Season(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Shark Tank India is the reality show of entrepreneurial dreams! But some sharks have made bad investments that might have cost them Crores. Anupam Mittal has been the shark for three seasons, but he revealed shockingly about losing money because of this famous director duo. We are talking about The Family Man’s creators, Raj & Dk. He admitted that the Director duo is known for churning out hit after hit, but they cost Anupam Mittal crores.

This season has seen a boost in entrepreneurs pitching some very cool and bizarre ideas. Some products pitched in Shark Tank India Season 3 have also shot up in the market. But one particular set of pitchers made Anupam Mittal nostalgic.

In the latest episode of Shark Tank India, in a new twist, Two Telegu filmmakers, Raj Madiraju and producer Umamaheshwar Ch,...

Priyamani is a shining star in the expansive firmament that is the Indian film Industry. She has skillfully embodied a myriad of diverse characters in movies made in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. This prolific actor consistently garners rave reviews for her real, not just reel, (see what I did there?) performances.

Priyamani has showcased her talent in recent Hindi projects, including The Family Man series, Jawan, and Article 370. Her newest film, Maidaan, which will hit the big screen on April 10th, looks to be another brilliant performance by the actress. Based on what we have observed in the trailer, as expected, she has real-ly encapsulated the depth of her character, bringing light, gravitas, and authenticity. Also starring Ajay Devgn, Maidaan was inspired by the incredible true story of football coach Syed Abdul Rahim, whose passion, commitment, and skill helped make India a player on the world football stage.

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu revealed that the action in the upcoming series ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ and ‘The Family Man’ are very different. The action sequences Samantha performed in ‘The Family Man’ as Raji gave her a lot of appreciation.

Shedding light on the stunts she has performed, the actress revealed the rigorous training and prep that went into executing the sequences for the upcoming series starring Varun Dhawan.

Samantha said: “It is very different in terms of the action from what I did for ‘The Family Man’ for the character of Raji. So it is different and I’m very very excited about the action in ‘Citadel’.”

“Definitely it is something I wanted to get from Raji and I think that has happened. Some of the highlights of the series are action bits and I am really looking forward to watching them on screen,” she added.

The Ott world’s blockbuster filmmaker duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dk have shared how they taught themselves writing, editing, sound recording, and other skills essential to their craft. Participating in a panel discussion at the 24th edition of Ficci Frames in Mumbai on Wednesday, Raj and Dk, as the makers of ‘The Family Man’ and ‘Guns & Gulaabs’ are better known as, were asked if they did not become directors, which area of filmmaking would they have devoted their lives to.

In his reply, Dk said: “It is a difficult choice between being a writer and being an editor. These are the first two things we did when we decided to make our own films.”

Raj laughed and said: “He stole my answer. But yeah, we kind of taught ourselves writing, editing and sound. Put us in any department, we can, we hope, do what is required. That’s how...

Mumbai, Feb 12 (Ians) As Valentine’s Day (February 14) approaches, actor Abrar Qazi has shared nostalgic memories from his college days, recalling how he used to help his close friends find the right gift for their partners, while relishing the company of his single companions.

The actor is currently seen essaying the role of Rajvansh in ‘Kumkum Bhagya’.

“For me, Valentine’s Day has always been a day to celebrate love, be it with your family, friends or anyone special, closer to your heart. During my college years, I used to help my close friends find the right gift for their respective girlfriends and boyfriends, while enjoying the day just chilling with my other single friends,” said Abrar.

The actor, who is known for his work in ‘The Family Man’, added: “I want to tell everyone that we should cherish and celebrate love every day, and not just on one particular day of the year.

Donald Glover and Maya Erskine are the new Mr. & Mrs. Smith in Prime’s latest original series inspired by the 1996 series and 2005 film of the same name. Created by Francesca Sloane and Donald Glover, the Prime series revolves around two lonely strangers who are paired up in an arranged marriage to work as spies by a mysterious agency, that sends them on deadly missions. If you loved the humor, action, and romance in Mr. & Mrs. Smith, here are some similar shows you could watch while hoping for a renewal.

The Americans (Hulu & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – FX

What if Mr. & Mrs. Smith was a thrilling drama instead of an action-comedy? If you are also wondering that wonder no more because there is FX’s brilliant drama The Americans. Created by Joe Weisberg, the FX series is set during the Cold War and it follows two Kgb...

The Family Man is one of the best spy action-adventure series ever made. The Prime Video series follows a middle-class family man, who also works as a world-class spy. The Hindi language series sees our hero trying to balance his familial responsibilities while also dealing with international threats to his country. So, if you liked the series and are waiting for the much anticipated Season 3, here are some more shows you could watch to pass the time.

Slow Horses (Apple TV+) Credit – Apple TV+

If you loved the dark humor and the world of espionage in The Family, you should check out Apple TV+ original series Slow Horses. Based on a book series by Mick Herron, the spy comedy series revolves around a group of MI5 rejects working under a gruff and often disgusting Jackson Lamb, who was once the very best of the agency but now the thing he...

Suparn S Varma is on a roll of late thanks to the success of his web shows like ‘The Family Man’, ‘Rana Naidu’, ‘The Trial’ and ‘Sultan Of Delhi’ and the much-loved flick, ‘Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai’. And now, he’s all set to back a film based on yet another controversial and hard-hitting court case – the Shah Bano Begum case.

For those who are not aware, the Shah Bano Begum Vs Mohd. Ahmad Khan case, commonly known as the Shah Bano Begum case, is considered to be a landmark milestone in post-independence India. It was filed in 1978 by Shah Bano, then 62-year-old, after her husband Mohd. Ahmad Khan divorced her. She asked for maintenance for herself and her five children under Section 123 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

Shah Bano won the case and it led to an uproar since a section of the people believed that the...

The first female-led film in leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films‘ (Yrf) spy universe has found its director in Shiv Rawail, Variety has learned.

Alia Bhatt and Sharvari (“Bunty Aur Babli 2”) will play super agents in the as-yet-untitled film. Rawail, who had previous stints as assistant director on Yash Raj Films productions “Dhoom 3,” starring Aamir Khan, and “Fan,” starring Shah Rukh Khan, debuted as a director with the studio’s 2023 Netflix series “The Railway Men.” The four-part series deals with the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy and marks the first in a creative partnership between the streamer and Yrf.

“The Railway Men” debuted atop Netflix’s South Asian charts and at No. 8 on the streamer’s non-English TV Top 10. In its second week, the show stayed at No. 1 across South Asia and soared to third position in the global chart, where it remained for eight weeks. The cast is led...

The recently released teaser of Article 370 has surely created a lot of intrigue about the film which is inspired by true events. The teaser of the genre-defining film gave us a glimpse of the powerhouse actresses Yami Gautam and Priya Mani who are set to unite on the big screen for the first time ever! Both, accomplished actresses in their own right, have consistently showcased their acting prowess in various films, proving their mettle. Yami has been known for her versatility, has evolved through films like Vicky Donor, Uri: The Surgical Strike and Bala, while Priya Mani’s journey includes notable performances in films such as Jawan, Paruthiveeran and web series like The Family Man.

Check out the teaser:

In the upcoming action political drama, National Award-winner Aditya Suhas Jambhale brings together these supremely talented actresses. While the teaser has just given the audience a sneak-peak of the events, the...

Stories of Kashmir never cease to fascinate moviegoers and the recently released teaser of ‘Article 370’ has surely created a lot of intrigue about the film which is inspired by true events. The teaser of the genre-defining film gave us a glimpse of the powerhouse actresses Yami Gautam and Priyamani who are set to unite on the big screen for the first time ever! Both, accomplished actresses in their own right, have consistently showcased their acting prowess in various films, proving their mettle.

Yami has been known for her versatility, has evolved through films like Vicky Donor, Uri: The Surgical Strike and Bala, while Priyamani’s journey includes notable performances in films such as Jawan, Paruthiveeran and web series like The Family Man.

In the upcoming action political drama, National Award-winner Aditya Suhas Jambhale brings together these supremely talented actresses. While the teaser has just given the audience a sneak-peak of the events,...

Nancy Green-Keyes, a casting director who worked on the first two Rush Hour films and on six films directed by Nick Cassavetes, including John Q, The Notebook and My Sister’s Keeper, has died. She was 68.

Green-Keyes died Wednesday of respiratory failure at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, her brother Andrew told The Hollywood Reporter.

A former agent, Green-Keyes launched Barry/Green-Keyes Casting with a former client, actor Matthew Barry, and they got their start on Rush Hour (1998), directed by Brett Ratner. They would share Artois Awards from the Casting Society of America in 2002 for The Family Man and in 2005 for The Notebook.

They also cast the Cassavetes films Alpha Dog (2006) — on which they received producer credit, too — Yellow (2012) and The Other Woman (2014).

Green-Keyes also was a producer on 100 Mile Mule (2002), Lonely Street (2008), Bad Country (2014) and Of Mind and Music (2014).

Born on May 29, 1955, in Providence, Rhode Island, Green-Keyes graduated from Brandeis University...

Nancy Green-Keyes, a casting director, agent and film producer whose many credits include The Notebook and Rush Hour, died January 17 at UCLA Hospital in Santa Monica of acute respiratory failure following a brief illness. She was 68.

Her death was announced by her family.

A Rhode Island native, Green-Keyes studied art at Brandeis University before moving to Los Angeles, where she would eventually land a job as assistant to talent agent and manager Susan Smith.

Green-Keyes later became an agent at the Peter Meyer Agency and later still at Ambrosio/Mortimer, where she helped develop the careers of John Hawkes, Steve Buscemi, Angela Bassett, Samuel Jackson, M.C. Gainey and Troy Evans, among others.

Moving from agenting to casting, Green-Keyes and her partner Matt Barry were responsible for casting dozens of films including Rush Hour (1998), The Family Man (2000), John Q (2002), Freddy vs. Jason (2003), The Notebook (2004), Alpha Dog (2006) and My Sister’s Keeper (2009).

Green-Keyes and...

Principal photography has commenced on “Paan Parda Zarda,” a high-end series that unites some of India’s top talents.

“Paan Parda Zarda” is a gangster drama series set against the backdrop of illegal opium smuggling in central India. It is produced by billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Studios in association with Reliance Entertainment and Dreamer and Doers Co.

The series is a collaboration between showrunner and co-directors Gurmmeet Singh (Prime Video series “Mirzapur”) and Shilpi Dasgupta (film “Khandaani Shafakhana”), showrunner Mrighdeep Singh Lamba (the “Fukrey” film franchise) and writers Suparn S. Varma (Prime Video series “The Family Man”), Hussain Dalal (Prime Video series “Bambai Meri Jaan”), Abbas Dalal (Disney+ Hotstar series “The Trial”), Radhika Anand (Toronto film “Thank You for Coming”) and Vibha Singh (film “Mardaani”).

The cast includes Mona Singh (Prime Video series “Made in Heaven”), Tanvi Azmi (Netflix film “Tribhanga”), Tanya Maniktala (BBC/Netflix series “A Suitable Boy...

As the spy thriller series ‘The Family Man’ completed four years of its release, actor Sunny Hinduja, who played the character of Milind, took a trip down the memory lane, and reminisced about his experience of working with the lead of the show Manoj Bajpayee.

‘The Family Man’ is created by Raj & Dk, and features Manoj as Srikant Tiwari, a middle-class man secretly working as an Intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (Tasc), a fictitious branch of the National Investigation Agency. It also stars Priyamani, Sharad Kelkar, Neeraj Madhav, Sharib Hashmi, Dalip Tahil, Sunny and Shreya Dhanwanthary.

Sunny was seen as Milind, who is a junior agent in the Tasc, working directly under the formidable Srikant.

Milind often finds himself in the thick of action sequences, including the tense showdown at Orion Chemicals in Season 1. These experiences leave him grappling with survivors’ guilt, causing him to temporarily withdraw from Tasc.

As the spy thriller series ‘The Family Man’ completed four years of its release, actor Sunny Hinduja, who played the character of Milind, took a trip down the memory lane, and reminisced about his experience of working with the lead of the show Manoj Bajpayee.

‘The Family Man’ is created by Raj & Dk, and features Manoj as Srikant Tiwari, a middle-class man secretly working as an Intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (Tasc), a fictitious branch of the National Investigation Agency. It also stars Priyamani, Sharad Kelkar, Neeraj Madhav, Sharib Hashmi, Dalip Tahil, Sunny and Shreya Dhanwanthary.

Sunny was seen as Milind, who is a junior agent in the Tasc, working directly under the formidable Srikant.

Milind often finds himself in the thick of action sequences, including the tense showdown at Orion Chemicals in Season 1. These experiences leave him grappling with survivors’ guilt, causing him to temporarily withdraw from Tasc.

Indian streamer Disney+ Hotstar has unveiled a trailer for 1960s-set series “Sultan of Delhi,” directed by Milan Luthria (“Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai”).

The nine-episode series, co-written and co-directed by Suparn Varma (“The Family Man”), is based on the book “Sultan of Delhi: Ascension” by Arnab Ray and produced by Reliance Entertainment. It stars Tahir Raj Bhasin, Anjumm Shharma, Vinay Pathak and Nishant Dahiya in pivotal roles, alongside Anupriya Goenka, Mouni Roy, Harleen Sethi and Mehreen Pirzada.

“Sultan Of Delhi” follows the story of Arjun Bhatia (Bhasin), who works with Delhi’s biggest illegal arms dealer, Jagan Seth (Pathak). In a high stakes battle for power, Arjun is tested time and again by those around him. Fueled by ambition, and his calling to become the Sultan Of Delhi, Arjun must navigate a treacherous landscape to emerge victorious.

Luthria, who is making his streaming debut with the series, said: “The...

Actor Manoj Bajpayee, on the auspicious day of Ganesh Chaturthi, has announced the beginning of his new film ‘Bhaiyya Ji’, which according to him marks his first time as both an actor and producer simultaneously.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ actor, shared a side by side picture of Lord Ganesha with one of his own crew with the actor donning tilak, and marking the start of his film.

He wrote: “Today marks the first day of my film “Bhaiyyaji” as both an actor and producer at Aurega Studios ( @AuregaStudios). I’m working alongside @apoorvkarki88, @VikramKhakhar, #ShabanaRazaBajpayee.”

Announcing the production houses and financers, who will be helping him out on his venture, he added: “I will also be getting super strong support from @vinodbhanu& #KamleshBhanushali at @BSL_Films , as well as @iamsameksha and @OswalShaelat #SSOProductions.”

Today marks the first day of my film "Bhaiyyaji" as both an...

Actor Manoj Bajpayee, on the auspicious day of Ganesh Chaturthi, has announced the beginning of his new film ‘Bhaiyya Ji’, which according to him marks his first time as both an actor and producer simultaneously.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ actor, shared a side by side picture of Lord Ganesha with one of his own crew with the actor donning tilak, and marking the start of his film.

He wrote: “Today marks the first day of my film “Bhaiyyaji” as both an actor and producer at Aurega Studios ( @AuregaStudios). I’m working alongside @apoorvkarki88, @VikramKhakhar, #ShabanaRazaBajpayee.”

Announcing the production houses and financers, who will be helping him out on his venture, he added: “I will also be getting super strong support from @vinodbhanu& #KamleshBhanushali at @BSL_Films , as well as @iamsameksha and @OswalShaelat #SSOProductions.”

Today marks the first day of my film "Bhaiyyaji" as both an...

India’s Hansal Mehta has scored his second successive streaming hit of the year with SonyLIV series “Scam 2003 – The Telgi Story.” This follows his earlier success with Netflix show “Scoop.”

Based on Sanjay Singh’s book “Telgi: A Reporter’s Diary,” “Scam 2003” is written by Kiran Yadnyopavit, Kedar Patankar and Karan Vyas. It follows the story of Abdul Karim Telgi, the mastermind behind a scam printing counterfeit stamp paper in India, which earned $3.8 billion. A stamp paper is a government-issued blank document with headers of varying financial values that are used to validate most business transactions in India.

The show is the second in the “Scam” series after SonyLIV’s “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story,” also created by Mehta. This time around, Mehta entrusted directing duties to Tushar Hiranandani as he wanted fresh eyes on the material. Mehta was also busy wrapping “Scoop.”

“‘Scam,’ ‘Scoop,’ all of...

Netflix and leading Indian studio Yash Raj Films (Yrf) have set a multi-year creative partnership.

The two entities will “collaborate to create films and series to bring defining stories to audiences in India and across the world,” they said in a statement.

The partnership will kick off with four-part thriller series “The Railway Men,” a previously-announced tribute to the unsung heroes of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy. A cloud of toxic gas escaped from an American pesticide plant, in 1984, in the central Indian city of Bhopal. It killed and injured thousands of people. The protagonists of “The Railway Men” are workers at the Bhopal railway station who saved thousands of lives. It is the first production from Yrf Entertainment, the studio’s streaming production arm.

The cast is led by R. Madhavan (“Rocketry”), Kay Kay Menon (“Bambai Meri Jaan”), Divyenndu Sharma (“Mirzapur”), emerging talent Babil Khan (“Friday Night Plan”) and Sunny Hinduja...

The Family Man, a popular web series on Amazon Prime Video, has received critical acclaim and audience appreciation for its gripping storyline and stellar performances. The show, created by Raj and Dk, stars Manoj Bajpayee as Srikant Tiwari, a middle-class man who secretly works as an intelligence officer for the Threat Analysis and Surveillance Cell (Tasc). The series also features Priyamani, Sharad Kelkar, Sharib Hashmi, Neeraj Madhav, Shreya Dhanwanthary and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in pivotal roles.

The Family Man Trailer

However, not many people know that the series was first offered to Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi as a feature film. According to a report by The News Minute, Raj and Dk had narrated the script to Chiranjeevi a few years ago, but he turned it down as he was not comfortable playing the role of a father of two grown-up children. He was also concerned about how his fans would react to his character,...

Guns & Gulaabs, another brilliant creation by the duo Raj & Dk, adds to their impressive line-up of unconventional dark comedies. Building on their successful collaborations like The Family Man and Shor In The City, they’ve established themselves as renowned creators in the film industry. Just as Guns & Roses is iconic, Raj & Dk’s Guns & Gulaabs promises to captivate viewers with its engaging narrative centered around an opium deal. The series delves into the interconnected lives of various characters caught in this web, portraying the intense rivalry between two towns, Gulabganj and Sherpur. Get ready to be hooked to the screen as you witness the enthralling tale of power, conflict, and dark humor unfold in this gripping show.

Spoilers Ahead

What Was The Reason Behind Babu Tiger’s Death?

Guns & Gulaabs kicks off on a regular day with three school pals, Gangaram, Lalkrishna, and Ikhlaq, casually debating the...

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who is currently enjoying her off from work, has shared a happy selfie dressed in pink. Samantha on Thursday took to Instagram, where she is seen lying down on a recliner, dressed in a pink chikankari kurta paired with purple sunglasses. She is seen sporting short hair and is looking at the camera and smiling.

For the caption, Samantha wrote: “Feels”.

Samantha is currently on an acting break as she wants to focus on her health, and undergo treatment for autoimmune condition myositis.

According to Webmd, Myositis refers to any condition causing inflammation in muscles. Weakness, swelling, and pain are the most common myositis symptoms.

On the work front, her next is ‘Kushi’ with Vijay Deverakonda. The romantic Telugu film will release on September 1. Produced by Mythri Movies, ‘Kushi’ has been directed and is set to debut in cinemas on September 1.

The actress will also be...

Dulquer Salmaan, the charming and versatile actor who has won the hearts of millions of fans across languages, is all set to entertain the audience with two big releases in the next two weeks. The actor, who has proved his mettle in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films, will be seen in two different genres of films – a gangster action thriller and a comedy drama1

The first film to hit the screens is King of Kotha, which is releasing on August 24 in theatres. The film is directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film features Dulquer Salmaan as Kotha Rajendran alias “Raju”, a footballer-turned-gangster who becomes a terror to his enemies in order to save his hometown Kotha and its people. The film also boasts of an ensemble cast of Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan,...

Amidst the echoes of freedom and the heartbeat of a nation, Independence Day emerges as a time of reflection and celebration. And what better way to honor the spirit of this day than by delving into a collection of web series that stir the soul and ignite the flames of patriotism.

These are not just stories; they are emotional journeys that take us back to the sacrifices, the struggles, and the unyielding love for our homeland.

As the sky adorns itself with the colors of freedom, grab a tissue box, because we are about to embark on a rollercoaster of emotions with these gripping web series that resonate with the essence of India’s Independence Day.

The Family Man Season 1 and 2

‘The Family Man’, a spy thriller series revolves around Srikant Tiwari (Manoj Bajpayee), who works for the National Investigation Agency. He must juggle his secret role as an intelligence officer,...

Guns and Gulaabs, the latest web series from the acclaimed director duo Raj & Dk, is a hilarious homage to the 1990s Bollywood. The series stars Dulquer Salmaan and Rajkummar Rao as two gangsters who find themselves in a quirky and chaotic world of crime, romance, and comedy. The trailer of the series, which released on August 2, has received a positive response from the fans and critics alike, who are eagerly waiting for the series to premiere on Netflix on August 18.

The trailer showcases the colorful and vibrant setting of Gulaabganj, a fictional town where anything can happen. From the first kill to the first kiss, the trailer promises a roller-coaster ride of emotions and entertainment. The series also features Adarsh Gourav, T.J. Bhanu, Gulshaan Devaiah, and the late Satish Kaushik in pivotal roles. The trailer also hints at some possible connections with Raj & Dk’s previous hit series, The Family Man and Farzi,...

Netflix has unveiled the first trailer for series “Guns & Gulaabs,” starring Dulquer Salmaan (“Chup”) and Rajkummar Rao (“Bheed”).

The series is created by India-based filmmaking duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K. – popularly known as Raj & Dk – as part of a multi-year creative partnership with Netflix under their D2R Films banner.

Set in the fictitious town of Gulaabganj and designed as an ode to 1990s Bollywood, the series blends genres as it follows a lovestruck mechanic, a reluctant heir to a ruling gang and an honest officer-turned-agent-of-chaos. In addition, a trio of schoolmates experience the innocence that comes with growing up in a small town, complete with heartbreaks and betrayal.

The cast also includes Adarsh Gourav (“The White Tiger”), T.J. Bhanu (“Afwaah”), Gulshaan Devaiah (“Dahaad”) and the late Satish Kaushik (“Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan”) in one of his last screen roles.

Krishna and Nidimoru are best known for...

The new video of the most-anticipated series of the year ‘Guns & Gulaabs’ by filmmaker duo Raj & Dk, released on Friday, points to the title being a gangster comedy like no other, filled with the songs of the 1970s, romantic crazy lovers, and eccentric gangsters.

Pulling off a casting coup, ‘Guns & Gulaabs’ is a quirky, genre-blend that stars Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav, Tj Bhanu, and Gulshan Devaiah in key roles.

The video begins with retro music, showing a smashed bottle of a cold-drink with a backdrop of roses. A glimpse of Rajkummar shows him in a new avatar, with a unique hairstyle and a gun in his hand. There’s a milestone sign with ‘Gulaabgunj 6 km’ imprinted on it.

The video, designed like a motion poster, shows flying objects like metal tools, glass objects, perfume, a pack of cards, an old cassette, a love letter, knife, a board which...

Netflix has released the teaser for its upcoming original series Guns and Gulaabs, a crime comedy thriller created and directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K., popularly known as Raj & Dk. The duo is known for their acclaimed works such as The Family Man, Go Goa Gone, Stree, and Shor in the City. The series stars Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav, Gulshan Devaiah, T.J. Bhanu, Pooja Gor, Satish Kaushik, Vipin Sharma, Manuj Sharma, and Nilesh Diwekar in pivotal roles.

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The teaser was unveiled during Netflix’s Tudum event, a global fan celebration that showcased exclusive sneak peeks and announcements from over 70 Netflix titles. The teaser gives a glimpse of the retro aesthetic of the series, which is set in the 90s in a cartel-run town called Gulaabgunj. The series revolves around an unprecedented opium deal that pulls a big-city cop (Rajkummar Rao) and a lovesick mechanic...

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

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

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

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

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

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Actress Kajol, who is being lauded for her powerful performance in the series ‘The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha’, says being able to represent the strength of a woman and being appreciated for that portrayal is empowering for her as a woman and as an actor.

“Noyonika’s character is very close to my heart. She is a strong and practical woman who is always ready to tackle every situation in her life… Being able to represent the strength of a woman and being appreciated for that portrayal is empowering for me as a woman and as an actor,” said the actress.

Director Suparn S. Varma shared that it was an emotional moment to bring the series to the world and added that he cannot wait to show what happens next.

“I can’t wait for all of you to witness what happens next.”

“The love and positivity that all my friends,...

New Delhi, July 22 (Ians) Suparn Verma, who is known for his unique storytelling abilities has once again showcased his artistry and vision through the streaming show ‘The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha‘.

He seamlessly weaves together the various elements of the plot, extracting extraordinary performances from the talented ensemble cast, and crafting a narrative that resonates with viewers on multiple levels.

Showrunner Suparn Verma said: “The kind words and love that all of you have showered – whether it is the intricacies of the background score and dialogues or our strong and fabulous cast that stole the show, the past few days have been one of my best days so far.”

“Even the industry and my peers that have shared their love for our show and the response has been overwhelming. I can’t wait for all of you to witness what happens next,” he continued.

“The love and positivity that all my friends,...

Are you ready for a blast from the past? Netflix has announced the release date of its upcoming series Guns and Gulaabs, a comedy crime thriller set in the 90s. The series, created and directed by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna Dk, the makers of The Family Man, will premiere on August 18 on the streaming platform.

Guns and Gulaabs is inspired by the “misfits of the world” and tells a story of love and innocence in a world of crime, where every man has a dark side. The series boasts of a star-studded cast, featuring Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav, Gulshan Devaiah and Tj Bhanu in lead roles.

Guns & Gulabs Trailer

Rajkummar Rao plays a small-time crook who gets entangled in a big mess, while Dulquer Salmaan plays a charming gangster who falls for a naive girl. Adarsh Gourav plays a young journalist who is on a mission to expose the truth,...

There's no doubt how entertainment can affect us. It can be moving and thrilling and take us places we never imagined we go.

It can also bring us together through shared experiences.

Sometimes, it does a little of everything, as I discovered during a recent interview with Corey Sevier about his Christmas in July movie airing tonight, Take Me Back for Christmas.

This is a movie very close to Sevier's heart, as his wife Kate Pragnell wrote the script, and he directed the film.

He also costars with Vanessa Lengies, who starred alongside him in another Hallmark movie, Heart of the Holidays, and whom he had known since he was ten, having met when he starred on Lassie.

I've always been a fan of Hallmark Christmas movies that do the unexpected, and Lengies stars in the movie as Renee, who always dreamed of owning her own business. But when her mother got sick,...

Sushant Sreeram, country director of Prime Video India, has reiterated the streamer’s intention of doubling down on investments in the territory.

“Our five-year plan in India for Prime Video is to double what we have done in the last seven years. And our investment thesis is actually an apt reflection of that. We have committed to doubling our investment over the next five years compared to what we have invested in the previous five. We said this recently and we continue to stick to it,” Sreeram told Variety. “The question that I and the entire team in India is asked is, ‘Can we do this twice as bigger? Can we deliver, twice as much for customers across shows movies and the whole works? That’s the simple summary of what the five-year plan is.”

Earlier this year, Prime Video signed a deal with the Indian government to boost the country’s creative economy.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has released an action-packed teaser – described by the producers as a ‘prevue’ – for his upcoming film “Jawan” (“Soldier”).

The film has Khan playing a dual role and features him in several avatars – as a soldier, a bandaged avenger, and also in a bald persona. The teaser features Tamil-language cinema stars Nayanthara (“Annaatthe”), Vijay Sethupathi (“Vikram”) and teases a special appearance from Deepika Padukone (“Pathaan”). The cast also includes Sanya Malhotra (“Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery”) and Priyamani (“The Family Man”).

“Jawan” is directed by Atlee, known for his three back-to-back Tamil-language blockbusters “Theri” (2016), “Mersal” (2017) and “Bigil” (2019), all starring Vijay. It is produced by Gauri Khan for Red Chillies Entertainment and features music by hitmaker Anirudh Ravichander (“Thiruchitrambalam”).

Shah Rukh Khan’s “Pathaan,” also starring Padukone and John Abraham, released in January and quickly attained blockbuster status. With a worldwide gross of $130 million, it is the biggest Indian hit of the year,...

Actor Sunny Hinduja, who is best known for his portrayal of an Ias aspirant Sandeep Bhaiya in the web series ‘Aspirants’, is now playing the protagonist in his new show ‘Sandeep Bhaiya’.

Receiving great acclaim for his performance in the show, Sunny expressed gratitude and said that the show helped him realise that there is no substitute for hard work and perseverance.

Elaborating on this point, the actor said: “Sandeep Bhaiya will always be close to my heart, this show has reached the masses and as an actor, you always want to get close to audiences. Playing Sandeep has also helped me understand that you have to keep going and nothing is impossible, all you need is hard work and dedication.”

‘Sandeep Bhaiya’ is a spin-off to the actor’s popular show ‘Aspirants’ and is based on his character of the same name. A prequel to the beloved ‘Aspirants’ character,...

Mumbai, July 3 (Ians) Actor Manoj Bajpayee said that he is also waiting for the shoot of ‘Family Man 3’ to start, adding that he will update his fans with the “good news very soon”.

The actor, who made his Ott debut with Prime Video series ‘The Family Man’, attended an award ceremony in Mumbai recently where his film ‘Gulmohar’ was awarded. The actor spoke about his upcoming projects and much more.

Talking about ‘The Family Man 3’, he said: “Waiting for ‘Family Man 3’ shooting to start, will give good news to the fans very soon. Apart from this, my web series ‘Soup’ will come on Netflix but there is still time for its release”.

The actor’s film ‘Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai’ became the first film to move from Ott to theatres, talking about the same, he said: “The film has got so much love from everyone, even we did not expect this.

Designated Survivor stood as a remarkable example among those treasured few television shows that possess an undeniable allure, captivating audiences and cultivating a devoted cult following.

Even when ABC passed on another season after running for two, the unyielding adoration was so fervent that Netflix picked it up for a third and final season.

It's time to embark on a journey, revisiting the stars who illuminated our hearts with their portrayals and what became of them in the years following their presence on this cherished show.

Keifer Sutherland - Tom Kirkman

Tom was the main protagonist who ascended to the highest political seat in the United States by slim luck.

For the period he was the interim president, and after being elected, he fielded threats from all corners, many of which threatened to destroy him and his family.

Renowned for his captivating performances as the quintessential protagonist in political thrillers,...

Mumbai, June 12 (Ians) After ruling the silver screen for a good decade, Kajol is making her Ott debut with ‘The Trial – Pyaar Kaanoon Dhokha’. So, is working on a web series different from films? Kajol doesn’t see any difference.

“Regardless of the format, a role is a role. It requires the same amount of hard work,” Kajol said at the trailer launch of the Disney+ Hotstar series in Mumbai on Monday.

When asked about the difficulties she might have faced in migrating from the silver screen to Ott, Kajol said: “It is a rather simple choice for me. I have always maintained that if I work, I will have fun, I will work with good people, and the script will always be my hero, always.”

Talking about the work involved, Kajol said: “Whether it is an Ott platform or a film, for me, a role is a role, both...

Actors Varun Dhawan and Sikandar Kher are pushing the envelope for intense action training for the upcoming Indian remake of ‘Citadel’. Varun and Sikandar have started prep work to perform these sequences. According to a source close to the production, the actors are currently taking training to prepare for action sequences.

According to a source close to production: “The series is going to have high-intense action and it being a spy series there has to be a particular swiftness in the movements and fight sequences, for which the training is currently underway. Shoot will continue till July for the series.”

The series also stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Helmed by ‘The Family Man’ creators Raj and Dk, ‘Citadel’ is the Indian counterpart of the larger international series of the same name which has been originally created by the director duo, Russo Brothers.

The global version of the series stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden.

Mumbai, June 5 (Ians) One of India’s second generation of streaming shows ‘Sacred Games’ and ‘Mirzapur’ have emerged as the table toppers on the list of IMDb top 50 all-time most popular Indian web series.

Interestingly, both the shows belong to the genre of crime thrillers, a space that the Ott platforms aim to leverage and rightly so given the audience response to titles that have a good mix of crime and thrill. Crime genre occupies 30 out of 50 slots on the list.

Vikramaditya Motwane, showrunner and co-director of ‘Sacred Games’, said: “I’m absolutely honoured and delighted by the fact that ‘Sacred Games’ has been ranked at No. 1 by IMDb users. A huge thanks to all the amazing people who’ve loved the show and, as always, an even bigger thanks and congratulations to the incredible cast and crew.”

Pankaj Tripathi has played prominent roles in three out of the top...

Mumbai, June 3 (Ians) Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is all prepped for the last schedule of his upcoming Indian adaptation of the series ‘Citadel’.

Varun took to Instagram, where he shared a picture from the airport. He is seen wearing a light brown T-shirt paired with a hat.

For the caption he wrote: “Last sched spyverse.”

It isn’t clear where the actor is travelling for the shoot. However, if reports are to be believed the ‘Bhediya’ star is on his way to Serbia.

The series also stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Helmed by ‘The Family Man’ creators Raj and Dk, ‘Citadel’ is the Indian counterpart of the larger international series of the same name which has been originally created by the director duo, Russo Brothers.

The global version of the series stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Richard Madden.

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