Vipin Sharma, Reva Marchellin, Makarand Desphpande, Sobhita Dhulipala, Sharlto Copley, Dev Patel, Sikandar Kher and Pitobash attend as Universal Pictures presents the Monkey Man premiere at the Tcl Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Wednesday, April 3, 2024
(photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
Dev Patel’s Monkey Man had a star-studded premiere at the Tcl Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on April 3rd. The cast, the crew, and many stars came out to support and see this, from what we heard, brilliant film.
Packed with thrilling and spectacular fight and chase scenes, Monkey Man is directed by Dev Patel from his original story and oh, he plays the intense lead character as well.
The film’s international cast includes Sharlto Copley (District 9), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin Sharma (Hotel Mumbai), Sikandar Kher (Aarya), Adithi Kalkunte (Hotel Mumbai), Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven), Ashwini Kalsekar (Ek Tha Hero), Makarand Deshpande (Rrr), Jatin Malik in his film debut,...
(photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
Dev Patel’s Monkey Man had a star-studded premiere at the Tcl Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on April 3rd. The cast, the crew, and many stars came out to support and see this, from what we heard, brilliant film.
Packed with thrilling and spectacular fight and chase scenes, Monkey Man is directed by Dev Patel from his original story and oh, he plays the intense lead character as well.
The film’s international cast includes Sharlto Copley (District 9), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin Sharma (Hotel Mumbai), Sikandar Kher (Aarya), Adithi Kalkunte (Hotel Mumbai), Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven), Ashwini Kalsekar (Ek Tha Hero), Makarand Deshpande (Rrr), Jatin Malik in his film debut,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Director Dev Patel (center left) on the set of his film Monkey Man
Experience Dev Patel’s ode to his ancestry in his new film Monkey Man, which releases April 5th. Not only is the esteemed actor starring in the film, but he also wrote the story and is making his debut as a director for the action drama!
Produced by Jordan Peele, Monkey Man also features Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Sikandar Kher, Adithi Kalkunte, Sobhita Dhulipala, Ashwini Kalsekar, Makarand Deshpande, Jatin Malik and Zakir Hussain.
Monkey Man is inspired by the legend of Hanuman, and the embodying strength and courage of Hanuman, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash.
After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers...
Experience Dev Patel’s ode to his ancestry in his new film Monkey Man, which releases April 5th. Not only is the esteemed actor starring in the film, but he also wrote the story and is making his debut as a director for the action drama!
Produced by Jordan Peele, Monkey Man also features Sharlto Copley, Pitobash, Vipin Sharma, Sikandar Kher, Adithi Kalkunte, Sobhita Dhulipala, Ashwini Kalsekar, Makarand Deshpande, Jatin Malik and Zakir Hussain.
Monkey Man is inspired by the legend of Hanuman, and the embodying strength and courage of Hanuman, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash.
After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers...
- 4/3/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Actor/director Dev Patel opens this two-minute look behind the scenes of Monkey Man by quoting a quote from the film: “The pain will leave you once it’s finished teaching you.” Patel, who made his feature film directing debut with the action thriller, learned that lesson the hard way, breaking his foot and his hand during shooting.
“I poured all of myself into this. Every frame, every beat, every detail…and it’s been a ferocious process making this film,” explained the Oscar nominated actor.
Joining Patel in front of the camera are Sharlto Copley (District 9), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin Sharma (Hotel Mumbai), Sikandar Kher (Aarya), Adithi Kalkunte (Hotel Mumbai), and Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven). Ashwini Kalsekar (Ek Tha Hero), Makarand Deshpande (Rrr), Jatin Malik, and Zakir Hussain (Duranga) also star.
A scene from ‘Monkey Man’ (Photo © Universal Studios)
“Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage,...
“I poured all of myself into this. Every frame, every beat, every detail…and it’s been a ferocious process making this film,” explained the Oscar nominated actor.
Joining Patel in front of the camera are Sharlto Copley (District 9), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin Sharma (Hotel Mumbai), Sikandar Kher (Aarya), Adithi Kalkunte (Hotel Mumbai), and Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven). Ashwini Kalsekar (Ek Tha Hero), Makarand Deshpande (Rrr), Jatin Malik, and Zakir Hussain (Duranga) also star.
A scene from ‘Monkey Man’ (Photo © Universal Studios)
“Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage,...
- 3/29/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Dev Patel’s critically acclaimed new thriller Monkey Man releases in North American theaters before it opens in India and the actor/director/writer/producer has debuted a new behind-the-scenes video taking fans back to the set of the film. Winner of the SXSW Headliner Audience Award, Monkey Man hits theaters in US/Canada next week on April 5 and tickets are available right now including for the premium Dolby Cinema format.
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred...
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred...
- 3/29/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Oscar® nominee Dev Patel is making his feature film directing debut with something intense, the action thriller titled Monkey Man. Patel also stars in the film about one man’s quest for vengeance against the corrupt leaders who murdered his mother and continue to systemically victimize the poor and powerless.
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash.
After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him.
The adrenaline-pumping...
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash.
After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city’s sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him.
The adrenaline-pumping...
- 3/22/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Dev Patel’s feature directorial debut is picking up steam on the hype train. Monkey Man recently premiered to great raves at the SXSW Festival, and the screening earned Patel a lengthy standing ovation, which moved him to tears. Universal has released a final trailer for the Jordan Peele-produced film just before it hits theaters (and faces) on April 5. Joining Patel in the cast is a slate of actors that include international talents such as Sharlto Copley (District 9), Pitobash (Million Dollar Arm), Vipin Sharma (Hotel Mumbai), Sikandar Kher (Aarya), Adithi Kalkunte (Hotel Mumbai), Sobhita Dhulipala (Made in Heaven), Ashwini Kalsekar (Ek Tha Hero), Makarand Deshpande (Rrr), Jatin Malik in his film debut, and Zakir Hussain (Duranga).
The official synopsis reads,
“Oscar® nominee Dev Patel achieves an astonishing, tour-de-force feature directing debut with an action thriller about one man’s quest for vengeance against the corrupt leaders who murdered...
The official synopsis reads,
“Oscar® nominee Dev Patel achieves an astonishing, tour-de-force feature directing debut with an action thriller about one man’s quest for vengeance against the corrupt leaders who murdered...
- 3/21/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
All 15 Films Of Vidyut Jammwal’s Filmography Ranked & A Guide On Where To Watch Them. ( Photo Credit – IMDb/Youtube )
Vidyut Jammwal is undoubtedly one of the most loved action stars in the country. The testimony to this fact is his filmography, which might have been full of flops, but the reason for these flops has been inflated budgets of his films since all of them have churned out some decent numbers at the box office, proving that he has a loyal fan base in this country.
Vidyut made his film debut with Force as an antagonist, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that he was the most talked about star of the film that year. In the right sense, he literally swept John Abraham’s stardom off his feet, stealing his thunder.
After a thunderous debut as an antagonist, Vidyut made his debut with Commando. Commando 3...
Vidyut Jammwal is undoubtedly one of the most loved action stars in the country. The testimony to this fact is his filmography, which might have been full of flops, but the reason for these flops has been inflated budgets of his films since all of them have churned out some decent numbers at the box office, proving that he has a loyal fan base in this country.
Vidyut made his film debut with Force as an antagonist, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that he was the most talked about star of the film that year. In the right sense, he literally swept John Abraham’s stardom off his feet, stealing his thunder.
After a thunderous debut as an antagonist, Vidyut made his debut with Commando. Commando 3...
- 2/25/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Iconic radio personality Ameen Sayani’s mortal remains were kept at the Famous Studios in Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi area to allow members of the film and music fraternity pay their last respects to the man who is celebrated as the golden voice of Indian radio.
Actor Dalip Tahil was one of the early arrivals at the prayer meet. He paid his respects to the departed soul and reminisced about Sayani while talking to his friends at the venue.
Ila Arun, who’s appearing in the streaming show ‘Aarya’ released recently, too, was seen at Famous Studios. The actress and Rajasthani folk-pop singer briefly interacted with those present at the venue.
Veteran playback singer Nitin Mukesh, father of actor Neil Nitin Mukesh also came for a last sight of the late radio star, who brought film music to people’s homes from 1952 to 1994 with the superhit programme ‘Binaca Geetmala’, which he...
Actor Dalip Tahil was one of the early arrivals at the prayer meet. He paid his respects to the departed soul and reminisced about Sayani while talking to his friends at the venue.
Ila Arun, who’s appearing in the streaming show ‘Aarya’ released recently, too, was seen at Famous Studios. The actress and Rajasthani folk-pop singer briefly interacted with those present at the venue.
Veteran playback singer Nitin Mukesh, father of actor Neil Nitin Mukesh also came for a last sight of the late radio star, who brought film music to people’s homes from 1952 to 1994 with the superhit programme ‘Binaca Geetmala’, which he...
- 2/22/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: Asur 2’s Abhishek Chauhan Wins As The Best Villain – Here’s Who Won In 3 More Categories!
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: After declaring the results of the Bollywood polls, we’re starting with the results of the web series polls. Last year, we saw some really exciting content in the digital world, and now, finally, it’s time to break the suspense by honoring the winners. Before we get to the full list, let us tease you by revealing that Abhishek Chauhan has been voted as the Best Villain (Web Series) by our voters. Keep reading to know more!
For those who don’t know, we conducted audience polls on Twitter for the different categories of web series. The duration of these polls was seven days, and the result that will be revealed afterward is totally organic and comprises votes by Twitter users only.
And just like the results of Bollywood polls,...
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: After declaring the results of the Bollywood polls, we’re starting with the results of the web series polls. Last year, we saw some really exciting content in the digital world, and now, finally, it’s time to break the suspense by honoring the winners. Before we get to the full list, let us tease you by revealing that Abhishek Chauhan has been voted as the Best Villain (Web Series) by our voters. Keep reading to know more!
For those who don’t know, we conducted audience polls on Twitter for the different categories of web series. The duration of these polls was seven days, and the result that will be revealed afterward is totally organic and comprises votes by Twitter users only.
And just like the results of Bollywood polls,...
- 2/22/2024
- by Shalmesh More
- KoiMoi
Renowned singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan is reveling in the glory of his and Zakir Hussain’s Shakti band winning the prestigious Best Global Music Album award at the Grammys 2024. Taking to Instagram, Shankar shared a heartfelt gratitude note along with pictures from the Grammy Awards ceremony.
In the photos, Shankar is seen beaming with joy as he poses with his well-deserved trophy. In the caption, he expressed his disbelief and gratitude, stating, “We Did It. I never envisioned that the band where I learned my music and musical aesthetics would be the same band with whom I’d perform and win a Grammy. This is the moment from which I can easily say that dreams do come true. Shakti was a dream which came true! Thank you, Almighty for making this happen! It’s truly ‘This Moment.’”
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In the photos, Shankar is seen beaming with joy as he poses with his well-deserved trophy. In the caption, he expressed his disbelief and gratitude, stating, “We Did It. I never envisioned that the band where I learned my music and musical aesthetics would be the same band with whom I’d perform and win a Grammy. This is the moment from which I can easily say that dreams do come true. Shakti was a dream which came true! Thank you, Almighty for making this happen! It’s truly ‘This Moment.’”
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- 2/8/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Mumbai, Feb 7 (Ians) Music composer and singer Shankar Mahadevan has expressed his gratitude with a heart-felt note after his and Zakir Hussain’s Shakti band Shakti won the Best Global Music Album award at the Grammys 2024. He said that this is the moment from which he can say that dreams do come true.
Mahadevan took to Instagram, where he shared a string of pictures from Grammy 2024 and said that he never imagined that a band from where he learnt his music would eventually win a Grammy.
He wrote alongside a picture where he is seen posing with a golden gramophone: “We Did It. I never imagined that a band from where I have learnt my music and my musical aesthetics would be the band with whom I would eventually perform and win a Grammy. This is the moment from which I can easily say that dreams do come true.
“Shakti...
Mahadevan took to Instagram, where he shared a string of pictures from Grammy 2024 and said that he never imagined that a band from where he learnt his music would eventually win a Grammy.
He wrote alongside a picture where he is seen posing with a golden gramophone: “We Did It. I never imagined that a band from where I have learnt my music and my musical aesthetics would be the band with whom I would eventually perform and win a Grammy. This is the moment from which I can easily say that dreams do come true.
“Shakti...
- 2/7/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Embed from Getty Images If you are a fan of Indian film music than you undoubtedly know Shankar Mahadevan. He is one of the best, not only as a composer as part of the incredible trio of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, he has also sung brilliantly, needless to say, on Sel tracks and many other outstanding songs. He has won numerous awards for his music, and now he can add another prestigious award to his name.
Mahadevan was honored with his first Grammy along with the members of the fusion band Shakti with the award for The Best Global Album for This Moment. The group consists of Mahadevan as the vocalist, the esteemed tabla player Zakir Hussain, John McLaughlin, V Selvaganesh (percussionist) and Ganesh Rajagopalan (violinist).
Interestingly, this is the first new studio album by the band Shakti in 45 years. Yes, 45 years!
In his acceptance speech, Mahadevan said, “We miss you, John ji.
Mahadevan was honored with his first Grammy along with the members of the fusion band Shakti with the award for The Best Global Album for This Moment. The group consists of Mahadevan as the vocalist, the esteemed tabla player Zakir Hussain, John McLaughlin, V Selvaganesh (percussionist) and Ganesh Rajagopalan (violinist).
Interestingly, this is the first new studio album by the band Shakti in 45 years. Yes, 45 years!
In his acceptance speech, Mahadevan said, “We miss you, John ji.
- 2/5/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Vote For The Best Scene (Web Series) Of 2023 For Koimoi Audience Poll 2023 ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The year 2023 gave us some of the best nerve-wracking dramas. Be it the periodical highs in Jubilee or the societal stigmas in Made In Heaven 2. There were more that offered us great perspectives along with great stories and entertainment, and we decided to honor the best in the Koimoi Audience Poll 2023.
Continuing with our tradition of acknowledging all the best work in Indian Cinema done in the year 2023, we are here with the nominations for the best scenes of 2023 from some of the web series.
These scenes have been nominated on the parameter of how great an impact they left in your hearts. And the nominations will surely brush up the memories if they have faded in your memories.
Trending Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Vikramaditya Motwane’s Jubilee To Yash Raj Films’ The Railway...
The year 2023 gave us some of the best nerve-wracking dramas. Be it the periodical highs in Jubilee or the societal stigmas in Made In Heaven 2. There were more that offered us great perspectives along with great stories and entertainment, and we decided to honor the best in the Koimoi Audience Poll 2023.
Continuing with our tradition of acknowledging all the best work in Indian Cinema done in the year 2023, we are here with the nominations for the best scenes of 2023 from some of the web series.
These scenes have been nominated on the parameter of how great an impact they left in your hearts. And the nominations will surely brush up the memories if they have faded in your memories.
Trending Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Vikramaditya Motwane’s Jubilee To Yash Raj Films’ The Railway...
- 2/5/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Indian Artists Shine at Grammy Awards 2024: The 66th edition of the prestigious Grammy Awards witnessed India’s resplendent presence as two eminent artists, Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain, clinched the coveted awards. Held in Los Angeles, the event not only brought accolades but also showcased India’s musical prowess on the global stage.
Shankar Mahadevan’s Triumph
Renowned singer Shankar Mahadevan’s victory echoed on social media as he secured a Grammy for his exceptional contribution. His fans celebrated the milestone, recognizing his immense talent and the pride he brought to the nation.
Zakir Hussain’s Magical Rhythms
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain added another feather to his cap by bagging a Grammy Award. His rhythmic mastery and global acclaim have once again been acknowledged, elevating the stature of Indian classical music on the international platform.
Congratulations Ustad @ZakirHtabla ji, @Shankar_Live, @kanjeeraselva, @Rakeshflute and @violinganesh on your Grammy wins!
Shankar Mahadevan’s Triumph
Renowned singer Shankar Mahadevan’s victory echoed on social media as he secured a Grammy for his exceptional contribution. His fans celebrated the milestone, recognizing his immense talent and the pride he brought to the nation.
Zakir Hussain’s Magical Rhythms
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain added another feather to his cap by bagging a Grammy Award. His rhythmic mastery and global acclaim have once again been acknowledged, elevating the stature of Indian classical music on the international platform.
Congratulations Ustad @ZakirHtabla ji, @Shankar_Live, @kanjeeraselva, @Rakeshflute and @violinganesh on your Grammy wins!
- 2/5/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
In a momentous occasion for Indian music, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to renowned musicians Shankar Mahadevan, Zakir Hussain, Rakesh Chaurasia, Selvaganesh V, and Ganesh Rajagopalan for their remarkable achievement at the prestigious Grammy Awards.
The Grammy Awards, widely considered the highest honor in the global music industry, recognized these virtuoso artists for their exceptional contributions to the world of music. The Chief Minister expressed his joy and pride in a statement, acknowledging the historic success of these Indian maestros.
“We all Indians are proud of this historic success of yours,” remarked Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This achievement is a testament to the rich musical heritage of India.”
Shankar Mahadevan, a versatile and celebrated playback singer, music composer, and lyricist, has been a prominent figure in the Indian music industry for decades. His collaborations and innovative approach to music have garnered him...
The Grammy Awards, widely considered the highest honor in the global music industry, recognized these virtuoso artists for their exceptional contributions to the world of music. The Chief Minister expressed his joy and pride in a statement, acknowledging the historic success of these Indian maestros.
“We all Indians are proud of this historic success of yours,” remarked Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. This achievement is a testament to the rich musical heritage of India.”
Shankar Mahadevan, a versatile and celebrated playback singer, music composer, and lyricist, has been a prominent figure in the Indian music industry for decades. His collaborations and innovative approach to music have garnered him...
- 2/5/2024
- by Chesta Singh
- ReferSMS
All you need to know about Netflix’s Murder Mubarak(Photo Credit – YouTube)
The second week of February 2024 begins with a big announcement from Netflix. The streaming platform, which announced the Heeramandi series just a few days ago, has revealed another big original title. It’s a murder mystery film titled Murder Mubarak. We all know Netflix’s love for mysteries and thrillers, and one can hope that this one turns out to be better than everything we saw in the past.
Netflix India unveiled the film’s announcement video and release date. The streaming platform introduced us to the promising ensemble cast. If you want to know what the film is about and the names of all the lead actors, we have it covered for you.
Murder Mubarak Plot/Synopsis
The movie is based on Anuja Chauhan’s book titled ‘Club You to Death’. The book’s synopsis mentions...
The second week of February 2024 begins with a big announcement from Netflix. The streaming platform, which announced the Heeramandi series just a few days ago, has revealed another big original title. It’s a murder mystery film titled Murder Mubarak. We all know Netflix’s love for mysteries and thrillers, and one can hope that this one turns out to be better than everything we saw in the past.
Netflix India unveiled the film’s announcement video and release date. The streaming platform introduced us to the promising ensemble cast. If you want to know what the film is about and the names of all the lead actors, we have it covered for you.
Murder Mubarak Plot/Synopsis
The movie is based on Anuja Chauhan’s book titled ‘Club You to Death’. The book’s synopsis mentions...
- 2/5/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Grammy Awards 2024: A big win for Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain. (Picture Credit: Facebook & Instagram)
Everyone is talking about the Grammy Awards 2024. The American musical award ceremony took place on February 4 at Crypto dot com in Los Angeles. While it was expected to see several international music artists take home some awards, Indians also woke up to exciting news.
Two of our musical gems, Zakir Hussain and Shankar Mahadevan won the Best Global Music Album award. The duo won the award for their band Shakti’s album, This Moment. The Recording Academy took to their Twitter page to post a picture of music composer-singer Shankar Mahadevan on stage. He is accompanied by Ganesh Rajagopalan, one of the band members.
In his acceptance speech, Shankar thanked god, his band members, family and friends, and all his fellow Indians. Shankar added, “India, we are proud of you…Last but not the least,...
Everyone is talking about the Grammy Awards 2024. The American musical award ceremony took place on February 4 at Crypto dot com in Los Angeles. While it was expected to see several international music artists take home some awards, Indians also woke up to exciting news.
Two of our musical gems, Zakir Hussain and Shankar Mahadevan won the Best Global Music Album award. The duo won the award for their band Shakti’s album, This Moment. The Recording Academy took to their Twitter page to post a picture of music composer-singer Shankar Mahadevan on stage. He is accompanied by Ganesh Rajagopalan, one of the band members.
In his acceptance speech, Shankar thanked god, his band members, family and friends, and all his fellow Indians. Shankar added, “India, we are proud of you…Last but not the least,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Musicians Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain’s ‘Shakti’ band made India proud at the 66th Grammy Awards as it won the Global Music Album honour at the event.
While accepting the honour, Mahadevan said: “Thank you boys. Thank you God, family, friends and India. We are proud of you, India.”
Mahadevan then dedicated the award to his wife and said: “I would like to dedicate this to my wife, whom every note of my music is dedicated to.”
The group also has guitarist John Mclaughlin, V. Selvaganesh and Ganesh Rajagopalan.
The artists mentioned were nominated in the Grammy Awards alongside others such as Susana Baca, Bokante, Burna Boy, and Davido.
While accepting the honour, Mahadevan said: “Thank you boys. Thank you God, family, friends and India. We are proud of you, India.”
Mahadevan then dedicated the award to his wife and said: “I would like to dedicate this to my wife, whom every note of my music is dedicated to.”
The group also has guitarist John Mclaughlin, V. Selvaganesh and Ganesh Rajagopalan.
The artists mentioned were nominated in the Grammy Awards alongside others such as Susana Baca, Bokante, Burna Boy, and Davido.
- 2/5/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
India took centre stage at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, after Zakir Hussain was named the Best Global Music Performance for his work in ‘Pashto’ alongside Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer, featuring Rakesh Chaurasia.
Shankar Mahadevan took home the award for Best Global Music Album at the Grammys for ‘This Moment’.
Taking to X, Grammys shared the post and wrote: “Congrats Best Global Music Album winner – ‘This Moment’ Shakti. #GRAMMYs.”
In a post on X, Indian music composer Ricky Kej, said that this is a great year for India at the Grammys.
He wrote: “Ustad Zakhir Hussain, the living legend creates history by winning 3 Grammys in one night!!! Rakesh Chaurasia wins 2!! .. and I am blessed to witness it,” he wrote.
Kej added: “Shakti wins a Grammy! Through this album 4 brilliant Indian musicians win Grammys!! Just amazing. India is shining in every direction. Shankar Mahadevan, Selvaganesh Vinayakram, Ganesh Rajagopalan,...
Shankar Mahadevan took home the award for Best Global Music Album at the Grammys for ‘This Moment’.
Taking to X, Grammys shared the post and wrote: “Congrats Best Global Music Album winner – ‘This Moment’ Shakti. #GRAMMYs.”
In a post on X, Indian music composer Ricky Kej, said that this is a great year for India at the Grammys.
He wrote: “Ustad Zakhir Hussain, the living legend creates history by winning 3 Grammys in one night!!! Rakesh Chaurasia wins 2!! .. and I am blessed to witness it,” he wrote.
Kej added: “Shakti wins a Grammy! Through this album 4 brilliant Indian musicians win Grammys!! Just amazing. India is shining in every direction. Shankar Mahadevan, Selvaganesh Vinayakram, Ganesh Rajagopalan,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is performing its annual show at Manhattan’s City Center with exciting new pieces – including Alonzo King‘s 2001 Following the Subtle Current Upstream in the works.
The performance delves into the profound connections that exist between Western and Eastern classical art forms, fundamental elements, the wonders of the natural world and the essence of the human spirit.
Termed by King as a work centered on the rediscovery of joy, Following the Subtle Current Upstream reflects the vibrant ebb and flow of life and serves as a poignant reminder that all elements of nature yearn to return to their origins.
King’s choreography, both abstract and imbued with profound significance, guides the dancers through a continuous stream of movement, accompanied by an eclectic blend of compositions by Zakir Hussain, Miguel Frasconi and Miriam Makeba.
In the past, King emphasized the universal search for permanent joy.
He said,...
The performance delves into the profound connections that exist between Western and Eastern classical art forms, fundamental elements, the wonders of the natural world and the essence of the human spirit.
Termed by King as a work centered on the rediscovery of joy, Following the Subtle Current Upstream reflects the vibrant ebb and flow of life and serves as a poignant reminder that all elements of nature yearn to return to their origins.
King’s choreography, both abstract and imbued with profound significance, guides the dancers through a continuous stream of movement, accompanied by an eclectic blend of compositions by Zakir Hussain, Miguel Frasconi and Miriam Makeba.
In the past, King emphasized the universal search for permanent joy.
He said,...
- 12/16/2023
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Mumbai, Nov 11 (Ians) The song about millets featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been nominated in the Best Global Music Performance category for Grammy awards 2024.
The track titled ‘Abundance of Millets’ talks about the health benefits and the government’s efforts to promote the cereal. The song features Indian-American Grammy-winning singer Falu (Falguni Shah) and her husband and singer Gaurav Shah.
‘Abundance of Millets’ is nominated alongside Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily’s ‘Shadow Forces’, Burna Boy’s ‘Alone’, Davido’s’Feel’, Silvana Estrada’ track ‘Milagro Y Disastre’, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain featuring Rakesh Chaurasia for ‘Pashto’, Ibrahim Maalouf featuring Cimafunk and Tank and the Bangas’s’Todo Colores’.
The year 2023 has been designated as the ‘International Year of Millets’ after a proposal for it was brought forward by India and endorsed by members of the Un’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (Fao) Governing Bodies,...
The track titled ‘Abundance of Millets’ talks about the health benefits and the government’s efforts to promote the cereal. The song features Indian-American Grammy-winning singer Falu (Falguni Shah) and her husband and singer Gaurav Shah.
‘Abundance of Millets’ is nominated alongside Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily’s ‘Shadow Forces’, Burna Boy’s ‘Alone’, Davido’s’Feel’, Silvana Estrada’ track ‘Milagro Y Disastre’, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain featuring Rakesh Chaurasia for ‘Pashto’, Ibrahim Maalouf featuring Cimafunk and Tank and the Bangas’s’Todo Colores’.
The year 2023 has been designated as the ‘International Year of Millets’ after a proposal for it was brought forward by India and endorsed by members of the Un’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (Fao) Governing Bodies,...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Mumbai, Nov 11 (Ians) The song about millets featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been nominated in the Best Global Music Performance category for Grammy awards 2024.
The track titled ‘Abundance of Millets’ talks about the health benefits and the government’s efforts to promote the cereal. The song features Indian-American Grammy-winning singer Falu (Falguni Shah) and her husband and singer Gaurav Shah.
‘Abundance of Millets’ is nominated alongside Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily’s ‘Shadow Forces’, Burna Boy’s ‘Alone’, Davido’s’Feel’, Silvana Estrada’ track ‘Milagro Y Disastre’, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain featuring Rakesh Chaurasia for ‘Pashto’, Ibrahim Maalouf featuring Cimafunk and Tank and the Bangas’s’Todo Colores’.
The year 2023 has been designated as the ‘International Year of Millets’ after a proposal for it was brought forward by India and endorsed by members of the Un’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (Fao) Governing Bodies,...
The track titled ‘Abundance of Millets’ talks about the health benefits and the government’s efforts to promote the cereal. The song features Indian-American Grammy-winning singer Falu (Falguni Shah) and her husband and singer Gaurav Shah.
‘Abundance of Millets’ is nominated alongside Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily’s ‘Shadow Forces’, Burna Boy’s ‘Alone’, Davido’s’Feel’, Silvana Estrada’ track ‘Milagro Y Disastre’, Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer and Zakir Hussain featuring Rakesh Chaurasia for ‘Pashto’, Ibrahim Maalouf featuring Cimafunk and Tank and the Bangas’s’Todo Colores’.
The year 2023 has been designated as the ‘International Year of Millets’ after a proposal for it was brought forward by India and endorsed by members of the Un’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (Fao) Governing Bodies,...
- 11/11/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Get ready for a Dhamakedar Family Entertainer as Bollywood’s biggest ensemble star cast unites for the highly-anticipated blockbuster, ‘Welcome to the Jungle’ directed by Ahmed Khan. This exciting addition to the ‘Welcome’ franchise holds a special place in Bollywood as a family entertainer. Backed by leading content studio Jio Studios and producer Firoz A Nadiadwala’s ‘Base Industries Group.
‘Welcome To The Jungle’ is also set to make history by introducing one of its kind announcements in Bollywood, an ‘A cappella’, uniting 24 actors in a groundbreaking musical video beautifully orchestrated by Meet Brothers.
Both the cast and crew exude enthusiasm regarding their participation in the special “A cappella video” shared by the makers. Leading the ensemble is the versatile actor Akshay Kumar, renowned for his acting prowess and impeccable comic timing.
Joining him is a stellar group of talents, including Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever,...
‘Welcome To The Jungle’ is also set to make history by introducing one of its kind announcements in Bollywood, an ‘A cappella’, uniting 24 actors in a groundbreaking musical video beautifully orchestrated by Meet Brothers.
Both the cast and crew exude enthusiasm regarding their participation in the special “A cappella video” shared by the makers. Leading the ensemble is the versatile actor Akshay Kumar, renowned for his acting prowess and impeccable comic timing.
Joining him is a stellar group of talents, including Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever,...
- 9/9/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Fifty-one years after the release of his breakthrough single “Doctor, My Eyes,” Jackson Browne has revisited the tune as part of Playing for Change’s Song Around the World initiative. He’s joined on the new rendition by the original “Doctor, My Eyes” rhythm section of drummer Russ Kunkel and bassist Leland Sklar along with musicians from all across the globe, including guitarist Char, singers Roselyn Williams and Chavonne Stewart, drummer Jorginho Gomes, and the African drum group Bayakanda.
“Russ Kunkel and Lee Sklar and I sat down and played...
“Russ Kunkel and Lee Sklar and I sat down and played...
- 9/8/2023
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
Mumbai, Aug 6 (Ians) Star stand up comic Zakir Khan is the first Indian content creator to perform at London’s Royal Albert Hall. He revealed that his introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through his listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Late legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar.
He will be debuting at the Royal Albert Hall on October 8, 2023 with his show Zakir Khan Live.
Commenting on the same, Zakir Khan who is one of the most relevant comedians from the South Asian market states: “My introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through my listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Lata Mangeshkar. I used to purchase cassettes of their live performances at the prestigious venue. But sometime in the year 2015, I stumbled upon a video of Adele’s live performance at the Royal Albert Hall and I was mesmerised by what I witnessed.
He added: “This is a blessing for...
He will be debuting at the Royal Albert Hall on October 8, 2023 with his show Zakir Khan Live.
Commenting on the same, Zakir Khan who is one of the most relevant comedians from the South Asian market states: “My introduction to the Royal Albert Hall ensued through my listening sessions of Ghulam Ali and Lata Mangeshkar. I used to purchase cassettes of their live performances at the prestigious venue. But sometime in the year 2015, I stumbled upon a video of Adele’s live performance at the Royal Albert Hall and I was mesmerised by what I witnessed.
He added: “This is a blessing for...
- 8/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, June 22 (Ians) The band ‘Shakti’, formed by the British guitarist John McLaughlin and master Indian percussionist, Zakir Hussain, is coming up with a new studio album after more than 45 years.
Titled ‘This Moment’, the album offers a set of eight new compositions and performances with McLaughlin on guitar and guitar synth and Hussain on tabla joined by vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, percussionist V. Selvaganesh and violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan.
Talking about the album, Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain said in a statement, “The discovery each time you sit as a group, to play and perform, is like climbing Everest from different angles. Every time it is a whole different point of view, marvelling at how you do the same but it’s not the same. Having that kind of interaction, conversation between the group, the creative idea process is something that is Shakti and it is exclusive to Shakti.”
The album will...
Titled ‘This Moment’, the album offers a set of eight new compositions and performances with McLaughlin on guitar and guitar synth and Hussain on tabla joined by vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, percussionist V. Selvaganesh and violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan.
Talking about the album, Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain said in a statement, “The discovery each time you sit as a group, to play and perform, is like climbing Everest from different angles. Every time it is a whole different point of view, marvelling at how you do the same but it’s not the same. Having that kind of interaction, conversation between the group, the creative idea process is something that is Shakti and it is exclusive to Shakti.”
The album will...
- 6/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kangana Ranaut, who has produced the upcoming made-for-ott film ‘Tiku Weds Sheru’, has shared a hilarious story about roping in Nawazuddin Siddiqui for the quirky romantic drama. Kangana, Nawazuddin and Avneet Kaur headlined the trailer launch of ‘Tiku Weds Sheru’, the maiden venture of Manikarnika Films.
Talking about approaching Nawazuddin for the role of Sheru, Kangana said: “I was looking for his number and people were telling that he won’t sign anything for the coming five years, and he won’t even talk to anyone, but I thought he might sign if he hears something that he might like. Somehow, I got his number, and I messaged him that I wanted to meet him.”
Recalling her search for her hero, Kangana continued: “Nawazuddin was in Bengaluru, and he asked me to come over, and I did. He was surprised that I actually went to Bangalore to meet him. I...
Talking about approaching Nawazuddin for the role of Sheru, Kangana said: “I was looking for his number and people were telling that he won’t sign anything for the coming five years, and he won’t even talk to anyone, but I thought he might sign if he hears something that he might like. Somehow, I got his number, and I messaged him that I wanted to meet him.”
Recalling her search for her hero, Kangana continued: “Nawazuddin was in Bengaluru, and he asked me to come over, and I did. He was surprised that I actually went to Bangalore to meet him. I...
- 6/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Farzi(Prime Video; 8 episodes)
Directed by Raj & Dk
For a series on counterfeit currency creation , there is a discernible lack of artifice in the presentation. Farzi is a series where its helmers have a firm grip over the narration. The editing is tight and the narrative doesn’t slip through the cracks even once, not even when the characters are hellbent on sinking in their own morass of greed.
Or maybe greed is not the correct word anymore for aspiring to make become rich quick. Sunny and Firoz, played as a study in companionable contrasts by Shahid Kapoor and Bhuvan Arora, have grown up in a world of debt-ridden anxiety. Shahid’s Sunny reminded me of Pavail Gulati’s Abhay in Faadu. Abhay was more demonstrative about his class-related resentment. Sunny is less prone to outbursts. He is more dangerous.
As we follow his journey from his parentless childhood to...
Directed by Raj & Dk
For a series on counterfeit currency creation , there is a discernible lack of artifice in the presentation. Farzi is a series where its helmers have a firm grip over the narration. The editing is tight and the narrative doesn’t slip through the cracks even once, not even when the characters are hellbent on sinking in their own morass of greed.
Or maybe greed is not the correct word anymore for aspiring to make become rich quick. Sunny and Firoz, played as a study in companionable contrasts by Shahid Kapoor and Bhuvan Arora, have grown up in a world of debt-ridden anxiety. Shahid’s Sunny reminded me of Pavail Gulati’s Abhay in Faadu. Abhay was more demonstrative about his class-related resentment. Sunny is less prone to outbursts. He is more dangerous.
As we follow his journey from his parentless childhood to...
- 2/10/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Mission Majnu is a thriller movie directed by Shantanu Bagchi starring Sidharth Malhotra, Rashmika Mandanna and Parmeet Sethi. It is written by Parveez Sheikh, Aseem Arora and Sumit Batheja. You can watch it on Netflix from January 20.
Mission Majnu is a Bollywood film for those first time viewers with its songs, sentimental characters and colorful, rhythmic vision in an action thriller.
This movie is in its original Hindi, so you need to take that into account.
Spies, intrigue, thriller and melodrama in this production with a political backdrop.
About the Movie Mission Majnu
We warn you: this movie promises more action in the tráiler than which it delivers later in the movie. However, it is entertaining… it uses a plot and treatment that is more or less lightweight at the beginning and transforms it into a more “serious” movie of political intrigue that gradually morphs into drama and even melodrama.
Mission Majnu is a Bollywood film for those first time viewers with its songs, sentimental characters and colorful, rhythmic vision in an action thriller.
This movie is in its original Hindi, so you need to take that into account.
Spies, intrigue, thriller and melodrama in this production with a political backdrop.
About the Movie Mission Majnu
We warn you: this movie promises more action in the tráiler than which it delivers later in the movie. However, it is entertaining… it uses a plot and treatment that is more or less lightweight at the beginning and transforms it into a more “serious” movie of political intrigue that gradually morphs into drama and even melodrama.
- 1/20/2023
- by Veronica Loop
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
The Farzi trailer is out. All that we were waiting to see was Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, Kay Kay Menon, and Raashii Khanna in the Farzi trailer.
After a lot of waiting, we finally have it! The trailer starts with Shahid’s powerful one-liners that soon take the shape of relatable dialogues and circumstances.
Vijay Sethupathi is the badass cop while Shahid turns out to be the asli farzi, at least, that’s what appears from the trailer. Kay Kay Menon and Rashii Khanna’s presence are sparely spread across the promo.
Check out Farzi dialogues below: Farzi dialogues: shahid kapoor, vijay sethupathi, kay kay menon's powerful dialogues will blow your mind
Shahid Kapoor: Paiso se khusiyaa nahi kharid sakte ye dilouage sirf wo log marate hai jinke pass paise hote nahi
Farzi dialogues: shahid kapoor, vijay sethupathi, kay kay menon's powerful dialogues will blow your mind
Shahid Kapoor:...
After a lot of waiting, we finally have it! The trailer starts with Shahid’s powerful one-liners that soon take the shape of relatable dialogues and circumstances.
Vijay Sethupathi is the badass cop while Shahid turns out to be the asli farzi, at least, that’s what appears from the trailer. Kay Kay Menon and Rashii Khanna’s presence are sparely spread across the promo.
Check out Farzi dialogues below: Farzi dialogues: shahid kapoor, vijay sethupathi, kay kay menon's powerful dialogues will blow your mind
Shahid Kapoor: Paiso se khusiyaa nahi kharid sakte ye dilouage sirf wo log marate hai jinke pass paise hote nahi
Farzi dialogues: shahid kapoor, vijay sethupathi, kay kay menon's powerful dialogues will blow your mind
Shahid Kapoor:...
- 1/14/2023
- by Pooja Tiwari
- GlamSham
Sidharth Malhotra is ready to take you on a gripping spy thriller journey in Shantanu Bagchi’s Mission Majnu! In this exciting and never-seen-before tale, which also features Rashmika Mandanna, the mystery Mission Majnu is all set to hit your screens and stream exclusively on Netflix from January 20, 2023.
Inspired by true events, Mission Majnu transports you to the past to uncover one of India’s most important missions. The film takes you through the emotions of loyalty, love, sacrifices and betrayal with an action-packed screenplay where one wrong move can make or break the mission. Directed by Shantanu Bagchi and produced by RSVP and Gba, Mission Majnu also presents the talented cast of Kumud Mishra, Parmeet Sethi, Sharib Hashmi, Mir Sarwar and Zakir Hussain.
Speaking about the film, actor Sidharth Malhotra says, “I’m quite excited about Mission Majnu since it will be my first time playing a spy. It...
Inspired by true events, Mission Majnu transports you to the past to uncover one of India’s most important missions. The film takes you through the emotions of loyalty, love, sacrifices and betrayal with an action-packed screenplay where one wrong move can make or break the mission. Directed by Shantanu Bagchi and produced by RSVP and Gba, Mission Majnu also presents the talented cast of Kumud Mishra, Parmeet Sethi, Sharib Hashmi, Mir Sarwar and Zakir Hussain.
Speaking about the film, actor Sidharth Malhotra says, “I’m quite excited about Mission Majnu since it will be my first time playing a spy. It...
- 12/16/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Chattogram, Dec 16 (Ians) Bangladesh’s young openers Najmul Hossain Shanto and Zakir Hasan took the hosts to 42/0 at stumps on day three after Shubman Gill and Cheteshwar Pujara slammed centuries for India to set a target of 513 in the first Test at Chattogram on Friday.
After Kuldeep Yadav’s third five-wicket haul in his eighth Test helped India bowl out Bangladesh for 150 in the first innings, Gill hit a quick 110, his maiden century in the format, while Pujara smashed 102 not out, his fastest-ever hundred and first since January 2019, as the visitors declared their second innings at 258/2 in 61.4 overs.
Chasing 513, Shanto and Zakir did well to negotiate the tricky 12-over phase without much trouble, especially under fading light. There was some turn available for the Indian bowlers, but with the pitch slowing down considerably, the visitors will have to work hard for the next two days as Bangladesh are still behind...
After Kuldeep Yadav’s third five-wicket haul in his eighth Test helped India bowl out Bangladesh for 150 in the first innings, Gill hit a quick 110, his maiden century in the format, while Pujara smashed 102 not out, his fastest-ever hundred and first since January 2019, as the visitors declared their second innings at 258/2 in 61.4 overs.
Chasing 513, Shanto and Zakir did well to negotiate the tricky 12-over phase without much trouble, especially under fading light. There was some turn available for the Indian bowlers, but with the pitch slowing down considerably, the visitors will have to work hard for the next two days as Bangladesh are still behind...
- 12/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
‘Mission Majnu’, which stars Sidharth Malhotra and Rashmika Mandanna, is taking the direct-to-digital route as it will land on Ott on January 20, 2023. The film, which is inspired by true events, is a spy-thriller and uncovers one of India’s most important missions from the past.
Speaking about the film, Sidharth Malhotra said: “I’m quite excited about ‘Mission Majnu’ since it will be my first time playing a spy. It shows India’s most thrilling covert mission, which transformed the politics between India and its neighbouring nation in the 1970s. With Netflix on board, I am confident that this incredible narrative will resonate with people all around the world.”
The film has been directed by Shantanu Bagchi and also stars Kumud Mishra, Parmeet Sethi, Sharib Hashmi, Mir Sarwar and Zakir Hussain. The film, produced by RSVP and Gba, will debut on Netflix.
Producer Ronnie Screwvala said: “Mission Majnu is the...
Speaking about the film, Sidharth Malhotra said: “I’m quite excited about ‘Mission Majnu’ since it will be my first time playing a spy. It shows India’s most thrilling covert mission, which transformed the politics between India and its neighbouring nation in the 1970s. With Netflix on board, I am confident that this incredible narrative will resonate with people all around the world.”
The film has been directed by Shantanu Bagchi and also stars Kumud Mishra, Parmeet Sethi, Sharib Hashmi, Mir Sarwar and Zakir Hussain. The film, produced by RSVP and Gba, will debut on Netflix.
Producer Ronnie Screwvala said: “Mission Majnu is the...
- 12/13/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 28 (Ians) In a fitting tribute, the ‘Bharat Ratna Lata Dinanath Mangeshkar International Music College & Museum’ was inaugurated at the Kalina Campus of the University of Mumbai, here on Wednesday — on the 93rd birth anniversary of the melody queen who passed away on February 6, officials said.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis did the honours in the presence of a large number of ministers, political leaders and music personalities like Usha Mangeshkar, Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, Meena Khadilkar, Adinath Mangeshkar, Ashok Patki, Sonu Nigam, Anup Jalota, Pankaj Udas, Mayuresh Pai, Taufiq Qureshi, Lalit Pandit, and others.
With this, the University will offer the first six certificate courses of one-year each in Hindustani classical music, Indian flute, tabla, sitar, harmonium/keyboard and sound engineering will be launched with an initial intake of 150 students.
In August this year, the Maharashtra government had handed over a 7,000-square metre plot...
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis did the honours in the presence of a large number of ministers, political leaders and music personalities like Usha Mangeshkar, Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, Meena Khadilkar, Adinath Mangeshkar, Ashok Patki, Sonu Nigam, Anup Jalota, Pankaj Udas, Mayuresh Pai, Taufiq Qureshi, Lalit Pandit, and others.
With this, the University will offer the first six certificate courses of one-year each in Hindustani classical music, Indian flute, tabla, sitar, harmonium/keyboard and sound engineering will be launched with an initial intake of 150 students.
In August this year, the Maharashtra government had handed over a 7,000-square metre plot...
- 9/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Whenever Gulshan Devaiah takes on a part, one can be rest assured that he will do a brilliant job with it. His work in the recently released series ‘Duranga’ is another addition to the list. The streaming series has been co-directed by Pradeep Sarkar, who has earlier helmed films like ‘Parineeta’ and ‘Mardaani’, and Aijaz Khan, who has earlier directed the 2018 drama film ‘Hamid’.
The series is the official adaptation of the Korean show ‘Flower of Evil’. It follows a series of murders and unearth’s the past of the show’s lead played by Gulshan.
Resurgence of a serial killer, a copycat killer on the loose with similar modus operandi to the original dreaded killer, or the offspring of the original killer?
‘Duranga’ explores these possibilities as the Mumbai crime branch officer Ira Jaykar Patel (played by Drashti Dhami) investigates the case.
While there are few instances where the series does engage the viewer,...
The series is the official adaptation of the Korean show ‘Flower of Evil’. It follows a series of murders and unearth’s the past of the show’s lead played by Gulshan.
Resurgence of a serial killer, a copycat killer on the loose with similar modus operandi to the original dreaded killer, or the offspring of the original killer?
‘Duranga’ explores these possibilities as the Mumbai crime branch officer Ira Jaykar Patel (played by Drashti Dhami) investigates the case.
While there are few instances where the series does engage the viewer,...
- 8/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
NetflixDirected by Vinay Waikul, ‘Aranyak’ stars Raveena Tandon as the police station head of a small town whose seeming idyllic and slow pace of life is disrupted by a horrific crime.Saraswati DatarFirst things first – Ott shows or any form of content that can be accessed on personal devices should come with trigger warnings. Including scenes of a young adult attempting suicide without any loud and clear trigger warnings is extremely irresponsible. Aranyak and the other release this weekend, Aarya Season 2, have graphic scenes of an attempted suicide with no trigger warnings. Please ditch the fear of spoilers at a time when the collective mental health of the nation/globe has hit rock bottom. We owe this to the viewers. Missing trigger warning apart, Aranyak, written by Charudutt Acharya and directed by Vinay Waikul, is an entertaining watch. Rohan Sippy serves as executive producer on this series co-created by Ramesh Sippy and Siddharth Roy Kapur.
- 12/11/2021
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Aranyak(Netflix)
Starring: Raveena Tandon, Parambrata Chatterjee, Ashutosh Rana, Meghna Malik, Zakir Hussain
Directed by Vinay Waikul
No comparison intended. But in Satyajit Ray’s classic Aranyer Din Ratri the forest held so much mystery and intrigue, it was almost like exploring a universe of foliage in search of the true meaning of life.
The forest in Aranyak is also crammed with mysteries, as a series of murders occur in the thick of the forest. The gruesome goings-on in the greenery are attributed to a beast called the nar-tendua, half-man half-beast, full monster.
So is the nar-tendua responsible for the multiple killings? Or is a deadly human impersonating the beast-man’ bestial bloodshed technique? The answer to that is of course obvious. Aranyak milks the mystery of the forest. But it doesn’t go deep enough. The director Vinay Waikul, relatively new to the craft, stops short of exploring the wide mysterious landscape.
Starring: Raveena Tandon, Parambrata Chatterjee, Ashutosh Rana, Meghna Malik, Zakir Hussain
Directed by Vinay Waikul
No comparison intended. But in Satyajit Ray’s classic Aranyer Din Ratri the forest held so much mystery and intrigue, it was almost like exploring a universe of foliage in search of the true meaning of life.
The forest in Aranyak is also crammed with mysteries, as a series of murders occur in the thick of the forest. The gruesome goings-on in the greenery are attributed to a beast called the nar-tendua, half-man half-beast, full monster.
So is the nar-tendua responsible for the multiple killings? Or is a deadly human impersonating the beast-man’ bestial bloodshed technique? The answer to that is of course obvious. Aranyak milks the mystery of the forest. But it doesn’t go deep enough. The director Vinay Waikul, relatively new to the craft, stops short of exploring the wide mysterious landscape.
- 12/10/2021
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
MollywoodThe film also stars Raashi Khanna, Unni Mukundan and Mamta Mohandas in pivotal roles.Tnm StaffPrithviraj Sukumaran has resumed shooting for his upcoming Malayalam film Bhramam. He took to Instagram on June 30 to share the news with followers. The shooting for the film was halted in view of the lockdown restrictions in the second wave of coronavirus. Sharing a selfie, Prithviraj wrote: “Back to work after the 2021 lockdown! Off to shoot the tale end scene of Bhramam! @bhramammovie.” Helmed by filmmaker Ravi K Chandran, Bhramam is the Mollywood remake of popular Hindi film Andhadhun. Bhramam stars actors Prithviraj Sukumaran, Unni Mukundan, Raashi Khanna and Mamta Mohandas in pivotal roles, while the supporting cast includes actors Surabhi Lakshmi, Ananya, Shankar, Jagadish, and Sudheer Karamana, among others. Bhramam has dialogues and screenplay by Sarath Balan. Apart from directing, filmmaker Ravi K Chandran is also on board as the cinematographer. The film has editing by Sreekar Prasad.
- 7/1/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Zakir Hussain, the Grammy award-winning Indian tabla virtuoso, composer and percussionist, features in Disney Junior’s “Mira, Royal Detective” as Zakir Ji, a visiting tabla player. He also consulted behind the scenes to help guide animators with correct hand movements and placements for the series that is now streaming.
Set in the fictional land of Jalpur, it follows the smart, brave and resourceful Mira, (Leela Ladnier) a commoner who is appointed to the role of royal detective by the Queen. In the episode, Zakir Ji comes to perform a concert for the Queen voiced by Freida Pinto. The episode titled “The Case of the Runaway Tabla” sees Mira helping a visiting musician find his missing tabla before a big performance.
To ensure that the stories are culturally authentic, the production team works closely with consultants for each episode, with Shagorika Ghosh Perkins from Iw Group serving as a series cultural consultant and consulting producer.
Set in the fictional land of Jalpur, it follows the smart, brave and resourceful Mira, (Leela Ladnier) a commoner who is appointed to the role of royal detective by the Queen. In the episode, Zakir Ji comes to perform a concert for the Queen voiced by Freida Pinto. The episode titled “The Case of the Runaway Tabla” sees Mira helping a visiting musician find his missing tabla before a big performance.
To ensure that the stories are culturally authentic, the production team works closely with consultants for each episode, with Shagorika Ghosh Perkins from Iw Group serving as a series cultural consultant and consulting producer.
- 6/28/2021
- by Jazz Tangcay
- Variety Film + TV
St. Louis rapper Mvstermind, Malaysian singer Yuna and Indian musician Zakir Hussain are among the musical guests slated for the second season of Tell Them, I Am, which will launch on April 12th, the first day of Ramadan.
Created and hosted by Misha Euceph and produced by former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground in partnership with Spotify, the podcast features Muslim voices, which highlight universal narratives that depict the small defining moments of life. Euceph also serves as the executive producer of Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen...
Created and hosted by Misha Euceph and produced by former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground in partnership with Spotify, the podcast features Muslim voices, which highlight universal narratives that depict the small defining moments of life. Euceph also serves as the executive producer of Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen...
- 4/9/2021
- by Althea Legaspi
- Rollingstone.com
Mira, Royal Detective – Disney Junior
Throughout Season 1 of the excellent animated Indian imbibed series Mira, Royal Detective, children both young and old have learned, danced, sang and followed and solved the clues with the young detective. Inspired by the cultures and customs of India, the series follows the brave and resourceful Mira, a young girl who travels throughout the fictional land of Jalpur solving mysteries for her friends, family and extended community.
Now get ready because season 2, which looks to be even more, is set to begin on April 5th on Disney Junior and DisneyNOW, with new episodes every Monday for eight consecutive weeks.
Season two will include an episode highlighting the Eid al-Fitr holiday debuting Monday, May 3 (5:00 p.m. Edt), and episodes celebrating the festivals of Teej and Dasara, as well as four extended-length music- and dance-filled specials. Not only that, season one of the series will begin streaming on Disney+ on Friday,...
Throughout Season 1 of the excellent animated Indian imbibed series Mira, Royal Detective, children both young and old have learned, danced, sang and followed and solved the clues with the young detective. Inspired by the cultures and customs of India, the series follows the brave and resourceful Mira, a young girl who travels throughout the fictional land of Jalpur solving mysteries for her friends, family and extended community.
Now get ready because season 2, which looks to be even more, is set to begin on April 5th on Disney Junior and DisneyNOW, with new episodes every Monday for eight consecutive weeks.
Season two will include an episode highlighting the Eid al-Fitr holiday debuting Monday, May 3 (5:00 p.m. Edt), and episodes celebrating the festivals of Teej and Dasara, as well as four extended-length music- and dance-filled specials. Not only that, season one of the series will begin streaming on Disney+ on Friday,...
- 4/1/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Exclusive: The second season of Disney Junior’s animated mystery adventure Mira, Royal Detective is set to debut April 5 at 5pm Edt on Disney Junior and DisneyNOW, with a new episode airing every Monday for eight weeks after.
Inspired by the cultures and customs of India, the series follows the brave and resourceful Mira, a young girl who travels throughout the fictional land of Jalpur solving mysteries for her friends, family and extended community. The series further bolsters authentic representation of the Asian community — specifically the South Asian community.
The sophomore season of the animated series will include an episode highlighting the Eid al-Fitr holiday on May 3. There will also be episodes celebrating the festivals of Teej and Dasara, as well as four extended-length music- and dance-filled specials.
As an added bonus, season one of Mira, Royal Detective will drop on Disney+ on April 30.
The series voice cast includes Freida Pinto,...
Inspired by the cultures and customs of India, the series follows the brave and resourceful Mira, a young girl who travels throughout the fictional land of Jalpur solving mysteries for her friends, family and extended community. The series further bolsters authentic representation of the Asian community — specifically the South Asian community.
The sophomore season of the animated series will include an episode highlighting the Eid al-Fitr holiday on May 3. There will also be episodes celebrating the festivals of Teej and Dasara, as well as four extended-length music- and dance-filled specials.
As an added bonus, season one of Mira, Royal Detective will drop on Disney+ on April 30.
The series voice cast includes Freida Pinto,...
- 3/31/2021
- by Dino-Ray Ramos
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor Zakir Hussain returns as comedian-actor Zakir Khan's on-screen father in the second season of the popular sitcom "Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare". Hussain promises a lot of twists and turns in the father-son relationship in the new season.
"My role continues the same as Ronny's father but yes in this season there will be a lot of twist and turns in father and son's relationship. I'm playing a quintessential middle-class father. One will get to see the supportive and emotional side of the father towards his son," said Hussain.
Working with Zakir Khan, who plays the protagonist Ronny, is always "a great experience", Hussain said.
Sharing what the audience can expect from season 2, he shared: "In this season one will get to see how Ronny is taking things more seriously, which he was not earlier in the first season. Ronny will be more responsible but in his character and style.
"My role continues the same as Ronny's father but yes in this season there will be a lot of twist and turns in father and son's relationship. I'm playing a quintessential middle-class father. One will get to see the supportive and emotional side of the father towards his son," said Hussain.
Working with Zakir Khan, who plays the protagonist Ronny, is always "a great experience", Hussain said.
Sharing what the audience can expect from season 2, he shared: "In this season one will get to see how Ronny is taking things more seriously, which he was not earlier in the first season. Ronny will be more responsible but in his character and style.
- 3/27/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
The tumultuous past year has been a turning point for many industries. While businesses suffered across industries, a remarkable change has been, the way audiences consume content today. The availability of social media platforms, Ott platforms, and a screen in every hand has drastically changed the landscape of content. Filmmakers too have adapted to the change and have experimented with genres, actors, scripts, to bring novelty into their storytelling, thanks to audiences who are far more accepting of such ideas than a decade ago.
However, India’s relationship with the big-screen is a special one. Despite the availability of content everywhere, audiences have always shown an interest in the ‘cinema going’ experience.
One such movie is the Mohit Chadda starrer, Flight. As soon as the trailer of the movie was released on Tuesday, social media started buzzing with excitement. The action thriller entertainer seems to package a unique idea, with a big-screen visual delight.
However, India’s relationship with the big-screen is a special one. Despite the availability of content everywhere, audiences have always shown an interest in the ‘cinema going’ experience.
One such movie is the Mohit Chadda starrer, Flight. As soon as the trailer of the movie was released on Tuesday, social media started buzzing with excitement. The action thriller entertainer seems to package a unique idea, with a big-screen visual delight.
- 3/6/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
March may prove decisive for the movie-theatre business in India. There are as many as 9 Hindi films being released in movie theatres this month. These include the horror-comedy Roohi with Janhni Patel and Rajkummar Rao and the dance film Time To Dance On March 11 and 12 which launches Katrina Kaif’s sister Isabelle with Sooraj Pancholi.
The following week on March 12 Sharman Joshi plays a soldier in Fauji Calling. Since no one knows about this film it is most likely going to sink immediately. On March 19, Flight starring Mohit Chadda, Pavan Malhotra, Zakir Hussain, Viveck Vaswani, Shibani Bedi. As well as John Abraham turns gangster (again) in Sanjay Gupta’s Mumbai Saga.
March 26 will see the release of Ram Gopal Varma’s D Company, which is thematically very lose to Mumbai Saga.
March 26 will also see the release of two other films Haathi Mere Saathi featuring Pulkit Samrat and Rana Daggubatti...
The following week on March 12 Sharman Joshi plays a soldier in Fauji Calling. Since no one knows about this film it is most likely going to sink immediately. On March 19, Flight starring Mohit Chadda, Pavan Malhotra, Zakir Hussain, Viveck Vaswani, Shibani Bedi. As well as John Abraham turns gangster (again) in Sanjay Gupta’s Mumbai Saga.
March 26 will see the release of Ram Gopal Varma’s D Company, which is thematically very lose to Mumbai Saga.
March 26 will also see the release of two other films Haathi Mere Saathi featuring Pulkit Samrat and Rana Daggubatti...
- 3/6/2021
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Entertainment'Bhramam' is the remake of Bollywood film 'Andhadhun'.Digital NativeThe first look of actors Prithviraj and Unni Mukundan from Bhramam was unveiled recently. The film also starring actors Raashi Khanna and Mamta Mohandas, is the remake of the Bollywood film Andhadhun. With Bhramam, Raashi is making her debut in Malayalam film industry. The film is being directed and shot by Ravi K Chandran. Sharing his first look from the film with just emojis, Prithviraj confirmed that he will be playing Ayushmann Khurrana’s role. pic.twitter.com/IwDR68nZul — Prithviraj Sukumaran (@PrithviOfficial) February 16, 2021 The shooting of Bhramam commenced recently in Fort Kochi. Actor Unni Mukundan, who also joined the sets recently, revealed his look from the film. “Look in the Mirror, that’s your only competition,” he tweeted. Look in the Mirror, that’s your only competition. #Bhramam pic.twitter.com/3foyomc9N5 — Unni Mukundan (@Iamunnimukundan) February 17, 2021 While Raashi has...
- 2/18/2021
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
Tollywood The film is directed by Chandra Sekhar Yeleti, known for acclaimed thrillers like ‘Aithe’ and ‘Anukokunda Oka Roju’. Digital NativeThe trailer of the Nithiin starrer Check has been unveiled online, generating curiosity among film buffs. From the trailer, we can gather that Nithiin plays the role of Adithya, a genius chess player awaiting capital punishment. Rakul Preet Singh plays his advocate and Priya Prakash Warrier appears to play the role of his love interest. The film is directed by Chandra Sekhar Yeleti and bankrolled by V Anand Prasad under the banner Bhavya Creations. Watch the trailer of Check: Besides the lead actors, the cast includes Simran Choudary, Posani Krishna Murali, Sai Chand, Murali Sharma, Harsha Vardhan, Sampath Raj, Rohit Pathak, Virendra Chauhan, Chaitanya Krishna, Gururaj Manepalli, Raina Rao, Karthik Ratnam, Praveen Yendamuri, Krishna Teja, Aziz Nazar, Cvl Narasimha Rao and Meka Ramakrishna. The technical crew involved in the project includes Kalyani Malik for music,...
- 2/4/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
There is a whole lot going on in Vanaprastham and it is up to the viewer as to how deep he wants to get into and enjoy the rewards. The title alludes to the last phase of a Vedic human life which is supposed to be spent in the forest seeking moksha (salvation). Its premiere at Cannes film festival followed by many other film festivals and awards are evidence to the collaboration and creativity that went into making it.
Kunjikutan (Mohanlal) is a Kathakali dancer who has been gaining popularity and is even been referred to as ‘Asaan’ (Expert) by his well-wishers. He has been learning the art form as a boy and everyone around him including his teacher are convinced of this skill. His marriage is on the rocks and his unmarried mother also reminds him of the childhood he had to endure. As he becomes more and more popular,...
Kunjikutan (Mohanlal) is a Kathakali dancer who has been gaining popularity and is even been referred to as ‘Asaan’ (Expert) by his well-wishers. He has been learning the art form as a boy and everyone around him including his teacher are convinced of this skill. His marriage is on the rocks and his unmarried mother also reminds him of the childhood he had to endure. As he becomes more and more popular,...
- 1/30/2021
- by Arun Krishnan
- AsianMoviePulse
Actress Aahana Kumra met sprint legend Pt Usha recently, and the meeting has inspired her to work extensively for an athletic built.
"Who knew meeting Pt Usha would become an inspiration. It's a great feeling to work so hard on my body and attain that kind of a physical built. I've been running intensively every day for 15 to 18 kilometres and really enjoying the process," Aahana told Ians.
Unconfirmed sources have suggested that she might be in talks to star in a sports film.
The actress was recently seen in Rohan Sippy's sitcom "Sandwich Forever", opposite Kunaal Roy Kapur, and also featuring Atul Kulkarni and Zakir Hussain.
She will be next see in the quirky slice-of-life film "Bawri Chhori", and is also set to make her podcast debut with a show titled "I Hear You". Aahana also has a remake of the popular French television drama "Call My Agent!" lined up.
"Who knew meeting Pt Usha would become an inspiration. It's a great feeling to work so hard on my body and attain that kind of a physical built. I've been running intensively every day for 15 to 18 kilometres and really enjoying the process," Aahana told Ians.
Unconfirmed sources have suggested that she might be in talks to star in a sports film.
The actress was recently seen in Rohan Sippy's sitcom "Sandwich Forever", opposite Kunaal Roy Kapur, and also featuring Atul Kulkarni and Zakir Hussain.
She will be next see in the quirky slice-of-life film "Bawri Chhori", and is also set to make her podcast debut with a show titled "I Hear You". Aahana also has a remake of the popular French television drama "Call My Agent!" lined up.
- 1/30/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mollywood The Malayalam remake is titled 'Bhramam'.Digital NativeIt has been reported that Prithiviraj Sukumaran, Unni Mukundan, Raashi Khanna and Mamta Mohandas have been roped in to play the lead roles in the Malayalam film Bhramam. Surabhi Lakshmi, Ananya, Shankar, Jagadish, and Sudheer Karamana have been roped in to play supporting roles in the film. The film began with the customary pooja recently and the shooting commenced in Fort Kochi amidst a lot of expectations. The pooja turned out to be a well-attended event with Prithviraj, Unni Mukundan, and Raashi Khanna attending it among others. Raashi Khanna is making her Mollywood debut with the movie. On the commencement of this project, Raashi Khanna had tweeted, “And we begin another exciting journey in Malayalam cinema! Need your blessings.” And we begin another exciting journey in Malayalam cinema! Need your blessings @PrithviOfficial @Iamunnimukundan @mamtamohan , Dop/Direction @dop007 ,Music @JxBe, Editing Sreekar Prasad.
- 1/28/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
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