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Subhash K Jha revisits the Shahid Kapoor and Anushka Sharma film Badmaash Company as it turns 15. Plus, we hear from Shahid about the making of the crime comedy film!

Badmaash Company, the only film that Archana Puran Singh’s husband, Parmeet Sethi, directed, is too smart for its own good. The main characters, four friends bonded by the collective will to grow rich overnight, go through a series of caper experiences. Not all of it is either convincing or even interesting. After a point, we know exactly where this quartet is hurling to. And the slide out of moral degeneration is never touching enough to make us shed a tear for these misguided over-reachers.

The doom comes none too soon, and then the narrative proceeds without a proper graph. By the time Karan’s (Shahid Kapoor) spunky girl Bulbul (Anushka Sharma) leaves him, the script begins to look like one...

When Sushant Singh Rajput Appeared In Cid(Photo Credit – YouTube)

It is not a hidden fact that Sushant Singh Rajput started his acting career on the small screen. He gained prominence for his portrayal of Manav in the popular show, Pavitra Rishta. Soon after that, he forayed into movies after making his Bollywood debut with the 2013 film Kai Po Che. However, did you know that he made a comeback on TV after becoming a prominent name in the movies? We are talking about the cult crime thriller TV show Cid.

When Sushant Singh Rajput Appeared In An Episode Of Cid

Talking about the same, Sushant Singh Rajput played the popular Bengal-based fictional detective Byomkesh Bakshi in the 2015 movie Detective Byomkesh Bakshi. To promote the film, Sushant appeared in one of the episodes of the show as the cult character. He was seen to be joining hands with Acp Pradhyuman, Inspector...

The first edition of Amazon Mx Player’s StreamNext event in India unveiled a slate of over 100 new shows set to launch this year.

Amogh Dusad, Head of Content at the platform, unveiled a lineup which included 40 new Hindi originals, as well as returning seasons of popular local shows like Aashram, Hunter, Jamnapaar, Half CA, Hip Hop India, Sixer, Who’s your Gynac and Playground.

The platform will launch reality show Rise and Fall from Banijay Asia, featuring Ashneer Grover and produced by Deepak Dhar. Billed as an “international show format”, Rise and Fall will follow a group of contestants representing diverse sections of society, who all gather in an iconic skyscraper. They are split into two groups: Rulers and Workers, with a cash prize that starts at zero and only builds if work shift tasks, overseen by the Rulers, are successfully completed by the Workers.

A UK version of the show on Channel 4,...

Shah Rukh Khan Praises The Work Of His Sons In Mufasa: The Lion King (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Shah Rukh Khan is back as the voice of the Lion King Mufasa. On the other hand, his sons Aryan Khan and AbRam Khan will be lending their voices to the characters of Simba and the cub version of Mufasa in Mufasa: The Lion King. In a recently shared video by Disney Films India, we can see the superstar being super proud of his boys and recalling their hard work for the movie.

Speaking about the commonality between Aryan Khan and AbRam Khan’s dubbing, the superstar could be seen saying in Hindi, “Unn Dono Ne Kaafi Patience Ke Saath Kaam Kiya. Mujhe Laga Nahi Tha Dono Itne Young Age Mein Yeh kar Payenge.” However, he also stressed that it was more difficult for him and his eldest son, Aryan, to dub for...

Mufasa: The Lion King Hindi Trailer Review (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Mufasa: The Lion King’s final Hindi trailer has finally dropped, and it is filled with adventures and Shah Rukh Khan’s enigmatic voice-over acting. The prequel story is exactly one month away from releasing in the theatres, and the new trailer gives a deeper insight into the film and what to expect from it. Scroll below for the deets.

About the trailer –

It is a two-minute trailer that starts with Timon and Pumbaa speaking with Rafiki. The song Hakuna Matata pops up, and the fun duo adds a twist by changing it to Hakuna Mufasa. Rafiki tells a story to Kiara, about Mufasa and Taka.

Mufasa: The Lion King trailer showcases the young cub drifting in water as he gets discovered by Taka, another young lion cub who introduces Mufasa to the ways of royal pride. Shah Rukh Khan...

“Ulajh” is a 2024 film directed by Sudhanshu Saria. It stars Janhvi Kapoor as Suhana Bhatia, Gulshan Devaiah as Nakul Sharma, Roshan Mathew as Sabin Kutty, Adil Hussain as Dhanraj Bhatia, Meiyang Chang as Jacob Tamang, and more. The film revolves around Suhana Bhatia, a newly appointed Deputy High Commissioner coerced by an intelligence operative to leak confidential intel to her enemies.

Ulajh (2024) Plot Summary & Movie Synopsis: Who is Suhana Bhatia, and how does she become Deputy High Commissioner in London?

“Ulajh” opens with Suhana Bhatia, a driven and ambitious Ifs officer from a long line of patriots who’ve served the nation, whether in the military or other top government bodies. But, being a woman in a male-dominated field, her advice is often brushed aside by her superiors, who prefer her to “observe” rather than contribute.

Early in the film, Suhana is in a diplomatic meeting with the Nepalese government.

Song Name – Main Hoon Tera Ae Watan

Movie – Ulajh

Composer, Singer and Music Producer – Shashwat Sachdev

Lyricist: Kumaar

Starring – Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Meiyang Chang, Rajesh Tailang, Adil Hussain, Jitendra Joshi

Check out Main Hoon Tera Ae Watan Song Lyrics from Ulajh starring Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew

Teri ungaliyon ko pakadke chale the

Teri ungaliyon ko pakadke chale the

Teri hi gully mein bachpan pale the

Jo aasun nikle lage tum gale the

Thapki mein teri mila tha sahara

Mai hoon tera ae watan, tu hamara

Mai hoon tera ae watan, tu hamara

Rahe kahin pe bhi hum, tu ghar hamaraa

Mai hoon tera ae watan, tu hamaraa

Ye sirf mitti tumhare liye hai

Hum Bacche ye maa hamare liye hai

Jab doobe isne kinaare diye hai

Ye maathe lage to hai chamke sitara

Main hoon tera ae watan, tu hamara

Main hoon tera ae watan,...

It is hard to say anything about this well-executed political thriller without giving away the plot. Seldom has a thriller from this side of the world kept its promise of preserving its thrills right to the end , and that too without tripping over in anxiety.

No frills, and plenty of thrills, Ulajh has plenty going for itself, in addition to giving its leading lady Janhvi Kapoor an opportunity to explore the darker side of her personality.

Considering that the film’s director Sudhanshu Saria is as much of a political novice as his protagonist Suhana Bhatia, it is a miracle that Saria has crafted such a canny controlled and well-paced political thriller.

The elegance in the narration and the perpetual twists in the plot will take you by surprise. Who would believe that Sudhanshu Saria’s earlier film Loev didn’t even know how to spell correctly(ha ha). Saria has certainly evolved and,...

Gulshan Devaiah thought Janhvi Kapoor was Orry’s Girlfriend ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Orry, known for his social presence, frequently hangs out with Janhvi Kapoor as well as Ananya Panday and Sara Ali Khan. This mix-up was revealed by Gulshan himself during a recent Reddit Ama session.

During a recent Ama session, Gulshan, who is set to appear in the film Ulajh with Janhvi Kapoor and Roshan Mathew, shared various insights about his career. When a fan praised his performance in Guns & Gulaabs and asked for a funny behind-the-scenes story from Ulajh, he recounted the misunderstanding about Orry: “I mistook Orry to be Janhvi’s boyfriend in London. I was so wrong” he admitted.

Gulshan was also questioned about whether his role in Ulajh was difficult. He stated that his role was complex and required a lot of preparation. Additionally he addressed the topic of nepotism and whether he has...

Junglee Pictures’ upcoming espionage thriller Ulajh is set to captivate audiences with its intense storyline and stellar cast. The film features a dynamic ensemble including Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, and others in pivotal roles. Ulajh offers a gripping glimpse into the high-stakes world of diplomats and the Indian Foreign Services.

Plot Overview

In Ulajh, Janhvi Kapoor takes on the role of Suhana Bhatia, who becomes India’s youngest deputy high commissioner in the Indian Foreign Services. Despite her impressive achievement, Suhana faces skepticism and accusations of nepotism from those around her. The trailer teases the film’s tension with a scene where Roshan Mathew’s character questions Suhana’s capabilities, saying, “Surname ke ilaava iske paas aur hai kya?” [What else does she have besides her surname?]

The intrigue deepens as the trailer reveals a significant “leak” within the system. The plot intensifies when Gulshan Devaiah’s character abducts Suhana and demands some “papers” from her.

Janhvi Kapoor is set to captivate audiences in the upcoming spy thriller “Ulajh,” directed by Sudhanshu Saria. The film, produced by Junglee Pictures, features a stellar ensemble cast, including Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Adil Hussain, Jitendra Joshi, and Rajendra Gupta. Scripted by Parveez Shaikh and Sudhanshu Saria with dialogues by Atika Chauhan, “Ulajh” promises an intense and gripping narrative.

Janhvi’s performance and predicting it to be her career-best. The storyline follows Janhvi Kapoor as the youngest Deputy High Commissioner, a role she’s accused of securing through nepotism, setting the stage for a thrilling and intricate plot.

In anticipation of the trailer release, Janhvi teased her followers on Instagram with a cryptic message, heightening the excitement. The unveiled poster and subsequent trailer reveal her bold new avatar, hinting at a thrilling cinematic experience. Scheduled for release on August 2, 2024, “Ulajh” is poised to be a significant...

The makers of Ulajh have unveiled a brand new poster featuring the film’s lead actor Janhvi Kapoor alongside co-stars Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Meiyang Chang, and Rajesh Tailang. In a separate poster, Janhvi Kapoor is depicted holding a file labeled “confidential,” hinting at the film’s intriguing plot.

The caption accompanying the poster read:”Every face tells a story and every story is a trap! Iss Ulajh ko Suljhao in cinemas near you from 2nd Aug! #UlajhInCinemas2ndAug.”

Janhvi’s sister Anshula Kapoor and cousin Shanaya Kapoor showed their support in the comments section, with Anshula writing “Yass” and Shanaya dropping heart and raising hands emojis.

Junglee Pictures announced the release date of Ulajh on social media a few weeks ago, stating: “Mark your calendars. Ulajh is now set to release on 2nd August! See you at the movies. #UlajhInCinemas2ndAugust.”

The teaser introduces Suhana, a young diplomat played by Janhvi Kapoor,...

Junglee Pictures, known for producing acclaimed films like Raazi, Badhaai Ho, and Talvar, has unveiled the first look posters of their upcoming film “Ulajh.” Directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria and produced by Vineet Jain, the film is slated to hit cinemas on 2nd August 2024.

Star-Studded Cast

Starring Janhvi Kapoor in a pivotal role, “Ulajh” also features Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Adil Hussain, Jitendra Joshi, and Rajendra Gupta. The ensemble cast promises a compelling narrative enriched with stellar performances.

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First Look Posters

The recently released first-look posters give a glimpse into the intriguing world of “Ulajh.” With Janhvi Kapoor prominently featured, the posters hint at a film that delves into complex themes and characters. The anticipation is high as fans eagerly await more details about the storyline.

Production and Expectations

Produced by Vineet...

The teaser of the upcoming Janhvi Kapoor and Gulshan Devaiah-starrer film ‘Ulajh’ was unveiled on Wednesday. It shows Janhvi’s character, a diplomat called Suhana, caught up in an internal conflict.

The teaser starts off with the notes of ‘Saare Jahan se Accha’ playing in the background. Janhvi is shown in the company of several top brass in an embassy. Gulshan Devaiah makes a cold entry with his voice-over without making an appearance in the teaser. However, his monologue delivery perfectly complements Janhvi’s appearance.

In the following shots, Janhvi can be seen engaging in a tussle with someone whom she also brutally whacks on the head, and then wipes the blood off the floor.

‘Ulajh’ follows the journey of a young diplomat, who, belonging to a prominent family of patriots, and finds herself embroiled in a dangerous personal conspiracy while far from her home turf, at a career-defining post.

Zee End Is Nigh

Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., the disappointed bride in the failed engagement between Zee and Sony India, has formally ended its quest for a merger. On Tuesday, it withdrew its application before the industry regulator National Company Law Tribunal and said that it will focus instead on internal growth. Pulling the Nclt application also makes it somewhat easier for Zee to pursue its arbitration and other legal actions against Sony.

The plan to merge the two mid-size film and TV businesses was on the table for over two years, but finally (acrimoniously) collapsed in January 2024. Sony is also seeking restitution from Zee, which it says failed to live up to the agreed merger terms. Since the wedding bells stopped ringing, Zee has also announced that it will slice its workforce by 15%.

Netflix Starts Filming Guillaume Canet’S ‘Taken’-Style Thriller

Guillaume Canet, whose latest directorial outing “Asterix and Obelix: The Middle Kingdom...

In the teaser for Sudhanshu Saria’s upcoming thriller “Ulajh,” Janhvi Kapoor portrays a young Indian Foreign Service (Ifs) officer caught in a perilous political conspiracy on foreign soil. Released by the makers on Today, the 56-second teaser delves into the intense narrative.

The teaser opens with a gripping question posed to Janhvi’s character, Suhana, about her actions benefiting her country. A voice warns her of betrayal and deceit, cautioning against the strategic use of words to trap individuals like them.

Set for release on July 5, 2024, “Ulajh” is produced by Junglee Pictures, known for acclaimed films like “Raazi,” “Badhaai Ho,” and “Talvar.” Alongside Janhvi Kapoor, the film stars Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew in pivotal roles. Additionally, the ensemble cast includes Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Rajendra Gupta, and Jitendra Joshi.

Directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria and produced by Vineet Jain, “Ulajh” promises an enthralling cinematic experience. With its teaser already generating buzz,...

Sushant Singh Rajput & Ankita Lokhande Participated In The Same Season Of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook )

Sushant Singh Rajput and Ankita Lokhande were two celebrities who started their careers together and participated in the same reality show against each other as contestants while they were dating each other. Both actors were a part of Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4.

Sushant was paired with Shampa in the show that aired in 2011. Meanwhile, Ankita Lokhande was paired with former Bigg Boss contestant Nishant Bhat on the dance reality show. The winning prize of the season was 50 lakh, which was judged by Remo D’Souza, Madhuri Dixit, and Malaika Arora.

During his appearance on Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, he made Madhuri Dixit cry with his performance, which was a tribute to his mother. Sushant later appeared on the show as a star while he promoted his films on the show.

Trending Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa:...

Indian Idol Has A List Of Rejected Contestants Who Are Doing Brilliant In Life (Photo Credit – IMDb)

We all know Indian Idol and its long list of contestants who did not win their seasons of the singing reality show but are doing very well in life. Right from Rahul Vaidya to Meiyang Chang, Monali Thakur to Neha Kakkar, who ended up even judging the show!

But today, we will talk about a single contestant who was rude, rude, and ‘brute’ as well! So we all have seen that famous audition where Raghu Ram, the famous bald man who ran a show called Roadies, auditioned for the show.

Raghu, in his autobiography, denied that he ever auditioned for Indian Idol seriously, but he confessed that the producers pitted him in a fight with the judges after he was rejected. So, in the video, Raghu comes in front of Sonu Nigam, Anu Malik...

Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Winners Net Worth: Manisha Rani Owns Only 1.1% Of Season 2 Winner Prachi Desai! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Another season of the dance reality show popularly known as Jdj is coming to an end. Audiences unanimously are rooting for Manisha Rani as Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 11 winner. In fact, some leaked AI images on the internet have already crowned her as the winning queen this season. Interestingly, looking back at the journey of the show, most of the winners have been female contestants.

Jhalak has seen celebrities like Mahesh Manjrekar, Sushant Singh Rajput, Ankita Lokhande, and Gauahar Khan put on their dancing shoes for the dance reality show. It has also seen some of the biggest controversies when some of the biggest stars from the rival channel, like Gia Manek, aka Gopi Bahu from Star Plus, or Anupamaa’s Samar, aka Paras Kalnawat, quit their shows to participate in Jhalak.

This year,...

Actor, singer and host Meiyang Chang, who is set to join Javed Akhtar once again for their concert ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon,’ opened up on his time working with the legendary lyricist and shared the lessons he learnt from him.

Meiyang said: “Life has come full circle! Javed sahab was one of the judges when I auditioned for Indian Idol with a song he had written and I was so intimidated by his fierce gaze. I’ll always remember what he said, though: “Aapko sun kar lagta hai ek acche insaan ki aawaz hai.” (You sound like a good human being). I got to know him better next season when I hosted the show and realised what a deeply learned, intelligent and funny person he is.”

“Over the decade, my respect for him has grown leaps and bounds for how outspoken he is, his fight for the rights of composers and lyricists,...

On December 29, 2023, Padma Bhushan awardee, legendary screenwriter, lyricist and celebrated poet Javed Akhtar will host ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon’, an evening brimming with unheard stories behind famous songs and songs that led to unforgettable stories. He will delve deep into his treasure-trove to share golden trivia about magical collaborations with iconic composers, musicians, singers, directors, and actors.

Singers Meiyang Chang and Jahanvi Shrimankar along with a live band will layer this enchanting journey of never heard before anecdotes, with renditions of classic songs.

Javed Akhtar says, “With the passage of time, memories gain a certain compelling power and ever so often, I find myself reliving musical sittings, conversations and moments of serendipity that led to the songs that are now considered iconic. Usually, songs are a part of a film’s story but many a time, they too have a story of their own and it will be a...

On December 29, 2023, Padma Bhushan awardee, legendary screenwriter, lyricist and celebrated poet Javed Akhtar will host ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon’, an evening brimming with unheard stories behind famous songs and songs that led to unforgettable stories. He will delve deep into his treasure-trove to share golden trivia about magical collaborations with iconic composers, musicians, singers, directors, and actors.

Singers Meiyang Chang and Jahanvi Shrimankar along with a live band will layer this enchanting journey of never heard before anecdotes, with renditions of classic songs.

Javed Akhtar says, “With the passage of time, memories gain a certain compelling power and ever so often, I find myself reliving musical sittings, conversations and moments of serendipity that led to the songs that are now considered iconic. Usually, songs are a part of a film’s story but many a time, they too have a story of their own and it will be a...

The highly anticipated new-age thriller ‘Ulajh’ has completed its shooting and wrapped up the final schedule of the film in Mumbai. The makers of the film shared a video on the wrap of the film, expressing gratitude and their heartfelt emotions. Starring Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, and Roshan Mathew, the stylized international thriller, Ulajh, is helmed by the National Award Winning Director Sudhanshu Saria.

Ulajh also stars Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Adil Hussain, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi in pivotal roles.

Speaking about it, Janhvi Kapoor said, “I have learned so much through this experience, I wake up every day and feel so inspired seeing each one involved in the film, giving their heart and soul to everything. It was amazing to see how passionate everyone was, how high the energies were, and how fun everything was.” She also took to social media and shared a heartfelt message on her experience on shooting Ulajh.

Hyderabad, June 27 (Ians) Telugu TV viewers can look forward to a new sitcom in the form of the upcoming comedy drama ‘Maya Bazaar For Sale Today’, which acts as a satirical social drama on the concept of the modern day Indian family which holds a mirror to the society in order to show that tragedy does not discriminate regardless of wealth and social status.

Describing the show, director Gautami Challagulla said, “We wanted to hold up a mirror to people so they can see that life’s tragedies don’t discriminate and come after all.It felt essential to expose the audience to newer ways of life through these characters. I am grateful for the unceasing support of the cast and crew that gave life to my vision.”

A comedy-drama, ‘MayaBazaar‘ chronicles the story of rich families, namely the Pastry’s, Gandhi’s, the Hippies, the Bachelors and the lovey-dovey...

Actors Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah and Roshan Mathew have started shooting for ‘Ulajh’ in London.

Janhvi took to Instagram, where she shared a picture from the sets.

In the image, the film’s clapboard and her eyes can be seen.

Along with the picture, the actress wrote: “Ulajh”.

Gulshan and Roshan took to their Instagram story and shared the same picture.

The movie is about Indian Foreign Services (Ifs) and the major portion of the shoot is expected to be done in various foreign locations.

The film, which is directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria, follows the journey of a young Ifs officer, played by Janhvi, and the ups and downs that she goes through.

The film is being produced by Junglee Pictures, and also has Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Sachin Khedekar, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi in pivotal roles.

Meanwhile, Gulshan’s upcoming movie, ‘Guns & Gulaab’, which is a comedy crime thriller,...

Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who received a lot of positive response to his streaming show ‘Dahaad’, has kick-started the shooting for his upcoming movie ‘Ulajh’ which also stars Janhvi Kapoor and Roshan Mathew.

The movie is about Indian Foreign Services (Ifs) and the major portion of the shoot is expected to be done in various foreign locations.

Talking about the same, Gulshan said, “It’s been a good year for me so far and ‘Ulajh’ has a great cast put together and I’m really looking forward to filming this film with them. To say the least, it’s a complicated part that I’m playing in this one.”

The film, which is directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria, follows the journey of a young Ifs officer, played by Janhvi Kapoor, and the ups and downs that she goes through.

The film is being produced by Junglee Pictures, and also has Rajesh Tailang,...

Gulshan Devaiah begins shooting for his upcoming movie Ulajh. The movie also stars Janhvi Kapoor and Roshan Mathew. Since the movie is about Indian Foreign Services (Ifs), the major portion of the shoot is expected to be done in various foreign locations.

Gulshan says, “It’s been a good year for me so far and Ulajh has a great cast put together and I’m really looking forward to filming this film with them. To say the least it’s a complicated part that I’m playing in this one.”

The movie, which is directed by National Award winner Sudhanshu Saria and produced by Junglee Pictures, follows the journey of a young Ifs officer, played by Janhvi Kapoor, and the ups and downs that she goes through. It also has Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Sachin Khedekar, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi in pivotal roles.

Gulshan’s upcoming movie, Guns & Gulaab,...

Actor Amey Wagh, who is playing the antagonist in web-series ‘Asur 2’, expressed how magical it was to see actor Arshad Warsi changing moods in an instant. Amey said: “There’s a scene where Rasul speaks a lot. I remember the whole set being silent that day. It was one take, and we got it. I didn’t talk much on this set because it is a crucial character. I was starstruck by Arshad Sir. He is a chameleon.”

“He’ll be cracking jokes one minute, and the moment he hears “action,” he immediately gets into his character. On the other hand, I stayed in my zone throughout,” he added.

Amey stated how difficult it was for him to get out of his dark character.

“I didn’t allow my character to mess with my head. But yes, I did stay in the zone because it is a challenging character.”

“A very cold-blooded character,...

Gaurav Shukla, the creator and showrunner of the recently released second season of the streaming show ‘Asur’, has shared that the team didn’t establish a traditional writers’ room for the second season until the overarching story was locked.

The second season of the show was released after a gap of three years because of the pandemic. Directed by Oni Sen, ‘Asur 2’ stars Arshad Warsi, Barun Sobti, Ridhi Dogra, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Meiyang Chang, and Gaurav Arora.

Talking about the challenges, Gaurav told Ians: “The pressure we encountered was both internal and external. It came from the platform, the actors, and even from within ourselves. We were determined to surpass the achievements of season 1, and it took some time for us to develop the central plot. Additionally, writing during the lockdown presented its own set of challenges, as our writer’s room was primarily utilised for troubleshooting rather than full-fledged brainstorming sessions.

Kasturi Banerjjee, popularly known for Rishta Likhenge Hum Naya, Kya Kasoor Hai Amla ka, Punch Beat, Kapoor’s on Alt Balaji, Kundali Bhagya, City of Dreams Season 3 and many more, has come up with her new web series ‘Asur 2’.

The psychological thriller stars Arshad Warsi, Barun Sobti, Ridhi Dogra, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Meiyang Chang, Abhishek Chauhan and Gaurav Arora in the lead characters.

Her character Zoya is a psychotherapist who is warm, empathetic, loving yet very professional! She is very honest and true to her job for which she may appear strict and unthoughtful!

Talking about what made her say yes for the second season, Kasturi reveals, “I had seen season 1 and who wouldn’t want to be a part of this epic drama with suspense crime mythology. There was no point to say no to this amazing web series.”

She further continues, “I absolutely loved working with such talented people.

Actor Barun Sobti, who is gearing up for the second season of his hit streaming show ‘Asur’, has said that the upcoming season will delve into national propaganda. Following the events of season 1, the hunt for Asur takes a toll on everyone involved.

Season 2 will see the Cbi racing against time to gather evidence and track down a serial killer. Set against the mystical backdrop of Varanasi, the narrative subtly integrates mythological elements.

Barun, who plays the lead role of Nikhik Nair said: “We have raised the bar with ‘Asur 2’. After setting a benchmark with the first season, we have surpassed it, raising the stakes even higher this time. In Season 1, it was about the families of the characters involved, but Season 2 delves into national propaganda.”

Helmed by director Oni Sen, ‘Asur 2’ also stars Arshad Warsi, Ridhi Dogra, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Meiyang Chang and Gaurav Arora.

Reflecting on his...

Mumbai, May 24 (Ians) The formidable duo of Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti will be back as Asur threatens to rise and take over the world. The streaming crime series has been renewed for its second season and will be dropping on Ott on June 1.

The second season will also feature the ensemble star cast including Ridhi Dogra, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Meiyang Chang and Gaurav Arora.

The season 1 of the show, which was released in March 2020, ended with a cliff-hanger, pondering over the fate of the elusive killer and the horror games that unfolded. The first look promo of the second season offers a sneak peek into the upcoming story line with the marvels of mythology and the genius of forensic science colliding to create an unmissable viewing experience.

Season 2 of the show promises to be a rollercoaster ride of suspense, mystery, and adrenaline-pumping thrills as the show drops on...

Junglee Pictures, known for its widely acclaimed and loved spy thriller ‘Raazi’, has announced the cast of their upcoming film ‘Ulajh’, a stylized international thriller, set in the prestigious and intriguing world of Indian Foreign Services (Ifs) to be by directed by National award-winner Sudhanshu Saria.

The makers have given us a glimpse into the high-stakes world of International Diplomacy and unveiled a talented ensemble cast headlined by Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, and Roshan Mathew also starring powerhouse performers Rajesh Tailang, Meiyang Chang, Sachin Khedekar, Rajendra Gupta and Jitendra Joshi. The patriotic thriller is to go on floors by end of this month.

‘Ulajh’ follows the journey of a young Ifs officer, belonging to a prominent family of patriots, who gets embroiled in a dangerous personal conspiracy while far from her home turf, at a career-defining post. Written by Parveez Shaikh and Sudhanshu Saria, with dialogues by Atika Chohan, this...

Known for his penchant for romantic and heartbreak songs, Manan Bhardwaj this time around attempts something novel with his latest single ‘Back to College’. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, the track explores the bond of friendship and takes you down memory lane back to your college days.

Composed, penned and sung by Manan, the track promises to be as heart touching as the artist’s previous hits and features Manan alongside Meiyang Chang and Vishal Pandey. The music video directed by Savio Sandhu rewinds to the dorm room fun, classroom days, late night movies with a bitter-sweet ending that will leave you teary-eyed.

Talking about the song, says Manan Bhardwaj, “Back to College is an extremely special track. While it’s not a love song or a heart break song, it’s definitely heart touching and emotional. We hope to have captured the camaraderie that Meiyang, Vishal and I shared while...

Left – Right (Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Nupur Asthana, Nikhil D’ Souza, Meiyang Chang and Bhupendra Jadawat.

Amazon Prime Video is witnessing the love for Modern Love Mumbai growing each day. With the fantastic 6-part anthology reeling in the success since its release last week, the fanfare has reached the streets of the city of dreams. The popular ‘I Love Mumbai’ installation at Bandra Reclamation received a fun makeover to bring out the essence of love and love of Mumbai with a cool new addition.

Not only did Modern Love Mumbai take over our hearts but also the popular installation that is an all time-favourite spot for the general public. Adding to the excitement, the directors and some of the cast of the much-applauded series – Hansal Mehta, Nupur Asthana, Shonali Bose, Bhupendra Jadawat, Meiyang Chang and Nikhil D’ Souza also joined in to be seen with this attraction that celebrates their show.

The Modern Love Mumbai series, now playing on Amazon Prime, Modern is a heartwarming anthology of 6 diverse yet universal stories of multiple human emotions, all rooted in love. It explores love in all of its complicated and beautiful forms, as well as its effects on the human connection. Each episode of this Indian edition of the hugely popular original version brings to life a different story that has been inspired by the New York Times’ beloved Modern Love column. These 6 stories, driven by the vision of 6 eclectic front-running filmmakers of Indian cinema – Hansal Mehta, Vishal Bharadwaj, Nupoor Asthana, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal and Alankrita Shrivastava, also explore different textures, parts and faces of the city of dreams, Mumbai. The Amazon Original series is created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy and stars a fantastic ensemble across episodes – Masaba Gupta, Ritwik Bhowmik, Sarika, Danesh Razvi, Tanvi Azmi, Tanuja, Pratik Gandhi, Ranveer Brar,...

Modern Love Mumbai will have its global premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 13, 2022. This series is a new aspect of the original anthology series Modern Love, inspired by the famous New York Times column. This exciting new Amazon Original series will feature six heart-warming stories about discovering and exploring love in all its hues and emotions in three chapters. The eagerly anticipated series explores diverse yet universal stories of different facets, shades, and moods of love, all set in the city’s many unique milieus.

Modern Love Mumbai brings together six of the most prolific minds of Hindi cinema – Vishal Bhardwaj, Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal, Alankrita Shrivastava, and Nupur Asthana.

The series, which features a incredible cast of some of the finest in Hindi cinema, will bring home love this season with soul-stirring and uplifting stories that are rooted in the heart of the city of Mumbai.

Actor-singer Meiyang Chang, who is of Indian-Chinese ethnicity, plays a pivotal character in web series ‘Undekhi 2’. He says the casting of an actor should always be based on talent and not just a token appearance for their ethnicity. Breaking the stereotype is always challenging for any actors based on their gender, look, on-screen image […]...

Actor and singer Meiyang Chang, who is gearing up for the second season of the crime thriller ‘Undekhi’, recently spoke about the changing arc of his character in the show. Characters with different shades are something that the actor in him craves for. Elaborating on the same, Meiyang Chang said, “I love playing characters of […]...

Mumbai, Feb 24: International action director Don Lee is keen on directing actor-filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar in the role of a gangster someday! The duo has collaborated on Mahesh Manjrekar's forthcoming directorial, a war-drama web series "1962: The War in the Hills".

Expressing his eagerness to direct Manjrekar in a gangster's role and sharing his experience of working with him in the web series, Lee shared: "I would love to be able to direct Mahesh in a movie, to have him play a gangster. Mahesh has been awesome. He's a genius, he's a problem solver. I've enjoyed working with Mahesh. I've learnt a lot from him. I mean he's one of the best people I've ever seen in this business."

"I think Mahesh is an amazing filmmaker to be honest, and one of the best editors I've ever seen. Like I said, I've enjoyed working with him and we have a lot of creative conversations,...

Mumbai, Feb 22: Actress Hemal Ingle has revealed that she initially thought actor Akash Thosar would not be a friendly person, especially given the success he had tasted with his debut film Sairat. However, Hemal's perception about Akash changed after meeting him.

Hemal and Akash share the screen in the upcoming web series "1962: The War In The Hills". Hemal plays Radha, who gets engaged to her childhood friend Kishan, a C-Company battalion soldier essayed by Akash in the 10-episode war drama.

"Before I met Akash, I thought he wasn't going to be a friendly person, especially after the kind of success he attained with Sairat. I expected him to be intimidating and assumed that I would have to be well-behaved around him. But my entire perception of him was shattered on the very first day and we hit it off instantly. He is super adventurous and quite a simple...

By Ahana Bhattacharya

Mumbai, Feb 21 (Ians) Filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar does not support the idea of censoring Ott content. At the same time, he feels filmmakers should be responsible and not take advantage of lack of censorship in the digital space.

Manjrekar's upcoming web series 1962: The War In The Hills, is a 10-episode war drama that offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers who stood rock solid against Chinese troops, dedicating their lives for the security of the nation.

"I feel we should be very particular and careful about what we want to show. I have no worries because my series is one which the entire family can sit and watch together without feeling uncomfortable. But I feel we should be a little more responsible about what we are showing. Yes, I would not like to see censorship on Ott content but there are some people who really take advantage of this,...

Mumbai, Feb 19: Sumeet Vyas felt like he was acting in a play while shooting for Mahesh Manjrekar's upcoming web series, 1962: The War In The Hills. The reason, he explained, is because both Manjrekar and he come from a theatre background.

"I have always been a fan of Mahesh sir's work and had hoped to do a project with him one day. With 1962: The War In the Hills, I finally got that opportunity," Sumeet said.

"Since he too has a background in theatre like me, I almost felt like I was acting in a play. For me there is nothing better than working with a theatre personality because I feel I can relate to them in the best way," he added.

Sumeet essays a soldier in the C-Company battalion in the forthcoming war drama web series. His character is named Ramkumar Yadav.

Inspired by true events, 1962:...

Mumbai, Feb 18 (Ians) Veteran director Mahesh Manjrekar who has directed the upcoming war drama series, 1962: The War In The Hills, says collaborating with international action director Don Lee has taken the show to the next level. Lee has directed stunts in the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise and Star Trek Beyond, among other global hits.

Manjrekar's series is inspired by the 1962 Indo-China war, and showcases how 125 Indian soldiers valiantly fought over 3000 Chinese soldiers at Rezang La and Galwan Valley.

"Don used to write a story of what we were going to shoot, and choreographed it well in advance, which worked fantastically for me. It became easier, and the climax that he shot was brilliant. Don was absolutely prepared but at the same time open to suggestions because he was working on a terrain which was alien to him," said Manjrekar.

The filmmaker recalled: "On the fifth day of shoot...

Football star Sunil Chhetri is excited about making a cameo in a web series "Bombers", a high-octane football drama.

Talking about why he agreed to be part of the show, the 'Captain Fantastic' told the publication, "It's a story about characters who lose their focus in life and how football brings them together. This is a story of redemption, where sport gives them a chance to find their way in life."

"It is a motivational story. For me, of course, it's football that brings me here to be part of this endeavour. I just hope that a lot of people watch this and get motivated in life," he said.

"Bombers" features Ranvir Shorey, Varun Mitra, Aahana Kumra, Sapna Pabbi, Prince Narula, Zakir Hussain, Annup Sonii and Meiyang Chang, among others.

The 10-episode show will start streaming on the Ott platform ZEE5 on June 22.

The show intends to support...

With the show's popularity going through the roof with every passing day, the second season of Love Lust and Confusion sure has the audience hooked to their screen. If that wasn't enough to keep the interest levels high, the season finale sure has been worth the wait leaving Viuers in awe of the character graph on display by the ensemble cast.

Back to charm one and all, as Poroma's boss and mentor, with his charismatic persona, is none other than the multi-talented singer and actor Meiyang Chang. He sure has an ace up his sleeve this time around as his parents on the show will be portrayed by his real parents. Talk about being right in the skin of the character

When asked about sharing screen space with his parents, Meiyang Chang said, ?This is the first time they've acted on camera and I am obviously over-the-moon to have them...

After the tremendous success of the first season, Mango People Media is back with season two of the web series Love, Lust and Confusion. The series is now available for a binge watch on Viu. And the show just got bigger with some stellar additions to the cast, which include well known B-town actors Shiv Pandit and Sanjay Suri, and Gaurav Chopra in a much larger role than his cameo in season 1.

Talking about the show, Producer Neha Anand says, ?The reaction to the first season had completely surprised us. The show had managed to find a connect with the young generation, especially women. Needless to say, we were excited at the prospect of bringing out the second season. Our endeavour has been to take the show notches high, in all aspects.? Love, Lust and Confusion had found a huge millennial fan base when it was released last year, becoming...

Viu?s series - Love,?Lust?and?Confusion?season?2 has gained?a phenomenal response since its launch.?Along with actors such as?Tara Alisha Berry, Gaurav Chopra, Shiv Pandit, Meiyang Chang,?the series?also?features fan-favourite Rajat Barmecha who plays the much-loved character, Johnny.

While season 2 revolves around Poroma?s ?Don?t-do-list? which has been creating quite a buzz?on social media, Rajat revealed his real life ?don?t do list.? When quizzed about it, he said,??I will never have any kind of relationship with my best friend?s girlfriend or with any girl who my friend likes. It?s a complete no-no for me. I will never break the bro-code.??Definitely, a sentiment that every millennial can relate to, much like the series which presents challenges and confusion that resonates with most millennials in the country. ?

The web-series chronicles the life of a young girl namely?Poroma?and her exciting experiences.

The trailer of Viu's most-awaited sequel of the year Love, Lust and Confusion season two, starring Tara Alisha Berry, Gaurav Chopra and Shiv Pandit in the lead roles, is out and we cannot contain our excitement! While season one chronicled the character Poromo Sarkar's journey of indecisiveness, physical explorations, and confusion, this season will see her strive hard to stick to her don't-do list as she continues to experiment some more with love. And interesting so, she is yet to make decisions about her old lovers!

Speaking about the show, actor Shiv Pandit who plays a crucial role in season 2 stated, "Love, Lust and Confusion to me is a show about friendships, fun, love, and laughter and I experienced all this and more during the course of the shoot. The show has a great ensemble and I hope everyone loves the sequel just as much as they appreciated season 1!"

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After years, Sonu Nigam has decided to return as the judge of Indian Idol season 7. Sonu had previously judged a couple of seasons of this music reality show along with music composer Anu Malik but soon several others like Udit Narayan, Javed Akhtar among others became a part of the judging panel but Sonu wasn't a part of it anymore. And now, Sonu is all set to join hands with music director Anu Malik. On the other hand, music composer Malik was a part of almost all seasons of the music reality show and in fact, the musician also went on to be a part of Asian Idol as a judge, as the only music representative from India. Sonu Nigam was previously also associated with yet another show, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa on Zee TV. However, Indian Idol is known for giving the music industry some popular singers like Abhijeet Sawant,...