Entertainment News Today Highlights: Jackie Shroff Calls Laapataa Ladies 'Sensitive & Beautiful'
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The movie 'Laapataa Ladies' and accolades seem to have come together to win hearts; they have touched everyone's heart so exquisitely. The list of celebrities who have recently praised the comedic entertainer directed by Kiran Rao includes Genelia Deshmukh, Shabana Azmi, and Sachin Tendulkar.
Most recently, Jackie Shroff has seen the movie lately and has been praised for it on social media. The actor gave the movie a review on social media, posting, "I just watched Laapataa Ladies, and it's a very good film. The film is sensitive, beautiful, and also has a real story. I usually prefer to watch action films, but beautiful films like Laapataa Ladies that come with no action and are driven by the story and content have always won my heart with no action and I want to tell you I love it. It's worth a watch or maybe two".
The upcoming historical thriller drama Ae Watan Mere Watan, pays homage to unsung heroes from the Indian Independence movement. Featuring in a guest appearance in the Sara Ali Khan starrer fictional film, Emraan Hashmi dons a never-before-seen avatar of the freedom fighter Ram Manohar Lohia. Prime Video today unveiled the official poster of this lesser-known hero from the pages of India’s freedom struggle.
Actors Gulshan Devaiah and Neha Dhupia are set to share the screen for the first time in an upcoming web series christened 'Therapy Sherapy', focussing on mental health.
Gulshan said: “I think if every family can become a safe space for its members then a lot of the troubles we have in this world will disappear. People will be happier, more content. This story is about an average middle income family and it brings to light certain things that I mentioned above.”
“I’m looking forward to people slowly and steadily making their homes and families a safe space to nurture each other. The world can be a much better place and we must start this at home,” he added.
According to industry sources, the shooting of 'Therapy Sherapy' is currently underway, details about the plot are still under wraps.
The fervor of Excel Entertainment's Madgaon Express is constantly rising at a fever pitch. After the amazing response the trailer received, The makers have kept the audience's excitement on the rise with its immensely entertaining songs, Baby Bring It On and Raaton Ke Nazaare. Interstingly, now we have heard that debutant director Kunal Kemmu might have a cameo in Madgaon Express.
In an interesting anecdote, we have learned that Kunal Kemmu started working on the script of Madgaon Express a few years back and now he is ready to bring it to theaters. As per an independent industry source, "Director Kunal Kemmu might have a cameo in Madgaon Express. The actor who is making his directorial debut with the film has amazing comic timing while comedy has always been his genre and as he will be seen having a cameo in the film, he will definitely add an interesting flavor to the film. He started working on the script in 2016 and keeping the script in mind, he might also have a cameo in the film."
Song “Maa Banne Wali Hoon" sung by Shreya Ghoshal from film Dukaan is out now. Film directed hy Siddharth - Garima to release worldwide on April 5th, 2024!
Following the success of the uproarious trailer and the catchy first song, Baby Bring It On, the makers have now unveiled the foot-tapping number Raaton Ke Nazaare, which is sure to give you the vibe and make you feel like taking a trip to Goa with your friends.
Raaton Ke Nazaare adds a musical twist to this rollercoaster of a comedy entertainer, adding to the excitement of the upcoming movie.
Composed by the dynamic duo Shaarib and Toshi, Raaton Ke Nazaare showcases the melodious vocals of Benny Dayal and Shaarib. Kalim Sheikh's poetic lyrics add a beautiful storytelling aspect, and the infectious beats and captivating dance moves, choreographed by Vijay Ganguly, are set to create a euphoric experience for the audience.
This year, as Holi approaches, the festivities promise to be even more vibrant, offering families a delightful platform to rejoice in the spirit of togetherness. Amidst the accolades and performances, a poignant tribute was paid to the esteemed actor, Shabir Ahluwalia. commemorating his remarkable 25-year journey in the industry.
Shabir Ahluwalia was bestowed with the prestigious 'Zee Iconic Award,' a heartwarming moment that left him visibly moved.
During the ceremony, Shabir's wife, Kanchi Kaul, delivered a heartfelt speech, expressing admiration for her husband's unwavering dedication and humility over the years. She remarked, “One becomes an icon through his thinking, behaviour and character in life. In the past 25 years, he has shown and followed his passion with a lot of dedication."
Actor Pallavi Joshi who also turned producer at IamBuddha, is a renowned name in the entertainment industry. As an actress, she is a holder of the prestigious National Award for her films Woh Chokri and The Tashkent Files. Having always served the audience with impactful, compelling, and captivating stories, the actor-producer has added yet another feather to her hat as she is now nominated as a Member of the Film And Television Institute Of India Society.
As per the orders released by the Information and Broadcasting Government Of India, Pallavi Joshi is nominated as a Member of the Film And Television Institute Of India Society that will be in effect from 8th March 2024 to 3rd September 2026. In pursuance of Rule 3 (1) (11) of the Rules of FTII, the Government of India nominated Pallavi Joshi as the 'Persons of eminence' as a Member of the FTII Society.
While the actor-producer Pallavi Joshi nominated in the list, other panels of members are, Shri Anant Vijay, Shri Jadumoni Dutta, Ms. Padmaja Phenany Joglekar, Shri Manoj Joshi, Ms. Nishigandha Wad, Shri Milind Lele and Ms, Amrita Raichand.
Taapsee Pannu's distinct choice of characters has helped to establish her in the film business. The performer, who is now busy promoting her next movie, 'Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba', talked about the difficulties she has in breaking into Bollywood's elite circles. She recently discussed in an interview how her refusal to go to late-night parties hurts her chances of landing parts in big-time plays.
“Bollywood camps are there. The nepotism debate that we talk about is the problem of getting access. If a big budget films is being made, I am sure nobody would disrespect me by saying I am not fit for the role, but I might not get the part because my name will not be brought up as other actors, who are part of camps, they would be recommended for the part. The harsh reality is that big films is about access and I don’t have that access to make it into that room.” Taapsee told Zoom TV.
At the Ambani celebration, actor-turned-author Twinkle Khanna made fun of her husband, actor Akshay Kumar, for his "punching dance step" and likened it to "digging another oil well through the stage." Twinkle added in her Times of India blog that she found singer Rihanna's performance to be "not half as grand as" Nita Ambani's rendition of the Vishwambhari Stuti.
"In between forcing my little one to swallow her flu medicine, training the dog to pee anywhere but my bed, and checking a deck my company is sending out to advertisers, I continue attending the Ambani festivities in what seems like a paradigm time warp through Instagram. I spot the three Khans performing together and the man of the house singing a robust song." Twinkle Khanna wrote.
Actor Cillian Murphy won the Oscar for Best Actor for his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's film 'Oppenheimer’ at the 96th Academy Awards. The Irish actor expressed his joy and pride, declaring himself a "very proud Irishman" upon receiving the honour.
In his acceptance speech, Murphy graciously acknowledged the Academy and director Christopher Nolan, describing the journey with 'Oppenheimer' as the "wildest, most exhilarating, most creatively satisfying" experience over the past two decades.
Emma Stone, already a recipient of an Oscar for her lead role in 'La La Land' in 2017, wo her second Academy Award as the Best Actress for her performance in 'Poor Things.'
In her acceptance speech, Stone, who got emotional, said, "The other night, I was panicking, as you can kind of see, happens a lot — that maybe something like this could happen and Yorgos (Lanthimos) said to me, please take yourself out of it. It's not about me. It's about a team that came together to make something greater than the sum of its parts."
Jio Studios and Aamir Khan Productions Laapataa Ladies directed by Kiran Rao is winning hearts everywhere. Ever since its release, the audiences, critics everyone can't stop raving about it. The film became the most loved and positively reviewed film of the year.
It seems that the praise for the film is in no mood to stop. Recently we saw celebrities Genelia Deshmukh and Shabana Azmi heaping the praises on Kiran Rao directed comedy entertainer.
In a recent exciting update, the fever of the film has caught the heads of the legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. He recently watched the film and couldn't stop talking about it positively on his social media account.
While praising the film, Sachin Tendulkar wrote,
"A big-hearted fable set in small-town India that speaks to one at so many levels. I loved @LaapataaLadies for its delightful story, powerhouse performances and the subtlety with which it delivered important social messages so cleverly, without overt preaching. A must-watch for everyone, and trust me, you will laugh, cry and rejoice with the characters as they find their destinies in the movie. A big congratulations to my friends Kiran Rao & Aamir Khan!
#LaapataaLadies"
The makers of this summer's hottest romance, 'Do Aur Do Pyaar' unveiled a sizzling new poster announcing its release date April 19, 2024, stirring excitement among eager audiences.
Starring the incredibly talented Vidya Balan, Pratik Gandhi, Illeana D'Cruz and Sendhil Ramamurthy, this sparkling, contemporary romance is a dazzling ride of love, laughter, and modern relationships.
Presented by Applause Entertainment, an Ellipsis Entertainment production, the film is directed by award-winning ad filmmaker Shirsha Guha Thakurta, who makes her feature debut with the film.
Come rediscover the magic of romance and fall in love all over again with 'Do Aur Do Pyaar', in cinemas 19* April, 2024.
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