Five Find Fresh Footing
The BBC, Moonage Pictures and Nicolas Winding Refn have begun production on a second season of “The Famous Five.” The 2 x 90′ instalment, created for television and executive produced by Refn and Matthew Read of Moonage, follows the success of the first series, which saw its premiere become Cbbc’s top-rated episode in 2023. The series, based on Enid Blyton‘s books, continues to follow the young protagonists’ adventures, now set against the backdrop of wartime.
The new season comprises two episodes: “Mystery at the Prospect Hotel,” directed by Asim Abbasi, and “Big Trouble on Billycock Hill,” helmed by Tom Vaughn. Both directors also serve as executive producers alongside Refn and Read.
Core cast members Diaana Babnicova, Elliott Rose, Kit Rakusen and Flora Jacoby Richardson reprise their roles, joined by Maria Pedraza, Amir Wilson and Jemima Rooper, who played George in the 1990s adaptation.
BBC Studios will handle international distribution,...
The BBC, Moonage Pictures and Nicolas Winding Refn have begun production on a second season of “The Famous Five.” The 2 x 90′ instalment, created for television and executive produced by Refn and Matthew Read of Moonage, follows the success of the first series, which saw its premiere become Cbbc’s top-rated episode in 2023. The series, based on Enid Blyton‘s books, continues to follow the young protagonists’ adventures, now set against the backdrop of wartime.
The new season comprises two episodes: “Mystery at the Prospect Hotel,” directed by Asim Abbasi, and “Big Trouble on Billycock Hill,” helmed by Tom Vaughn. Both directors also serve as executive producers alongside Refn and Read.
Core cast members Diaana Babnicova, Elliott Rose, Kit Rakusen and Flora Jacoby Richardson reprise their roles, joined by Maria Pedraza, Amir Wilson and Jemima Rooper, who played George in the 1990s adaptation.
BBC Studios will handle international distribution,...
- 9/16/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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,...
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,...
- 8/10/2024
- by Lyrics Desk
- GlamSham
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,...
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,...
- 8/2/2024
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
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...
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...
- 7/16/2024
- by Pooja Tiwari
- GlamSham
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...
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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A post shared by Janhvi Kapoor (@janhvikapoor)
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...
- 7/10/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment has set the stage for their next big project, “Agni,” announced on International Firefighters Day, May 4, 2024. Directed by Rahul Dholakia, this film marks their reunion after the success of “Raees.”
“Agni” promises to be a gripping narrative centered around firefighters. The ensemble cast includes notable names like Pratik Gandhi, Divyenndu, Jitendra Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Saiyami Kher, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah, adding depth to the story.
Ritesh Sidhwani – Farhan Akhtar – Rahul Dholakia Reunite After ‘Raees’… ‘Agni’ Announced… #RiteshSidhwani and #FarhanAkhtar’s Excel Entertainment announce their upcoming film #Agni on #InternationalFirefightersDay [4 May 2024]… Directed by #RahulDholakia.
A story of… pic.twitter.com/5M8YPFGM0W
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 4, 2024
After the success of “Raees,” anticipation runs high for this collaboration between Sidhwani, Akhtar, and Dholakia. With a focus on the bravery and heroism of firefighters, “Agni” is poised to captivate audiences with its engaging storyline and talented cast.
“Agni” promises to be a gripping narrative centered around firefighters. The ensemble cast includes notable names like Pratik Gandhi, Divyenndu, Jitendra Joshi, Sai Tamhankar, Saiyami Kher, Udit Arora, and Kabir Shah, adding depth to the story.
Ritesh Sidhwani – Farhan Akhtar – Rahul Dholakia Reunite After ‘Raees’… ‘Agni’ Announced… #RiteshSidhwani and #FarhanAkhtar’s Excel Entertainment announce their upcoming film #Agni on #InternationalFirefightersDay [4 May 2024]… Directed by #RahulDholakia.
A story of… pic.twitter.com/5M8YPFGM0W
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) May 4, 2024
After the success of “Raees,” anticipation runs high for this collaboration between Sidhwani, Akhtar, and Dholakia. With a focus on the bravery and heroism of firefighters, “Agni” is poised to captivate audiences with its engaging storyline and talented cast.
- 5/5/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
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.
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.
- 4/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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...
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...
- 4/17/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
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,...
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,...
- 4/17/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Arshad Warsi, Juhi Chawla, Gauhar Khan and Divya Dutta will be seen in filmmaker Niddhish Puuzhakkal’s upcoming psychological thriller ‘Ego’. The film also stars Anirudh Tanwar, Jitendra Joshi, and Prakash Belawadi. According to Puuzhakkal, ‘Ego’ isn’t a typical Bollywood film, it’s an exploration of one of the most common human phobias — claustrophobia, the fear of closed spaces.
He said: “Drawing from my childhood experiences and inspired by the rich tapestry of human emotions as a psychologist, I’ve poured my heart and soul into this project. Featuring an exceptional ensemble cast, including Arshad Warsi, Juhi Chawla, Divya Dutta, Gauhar Khan, and Prakash Belawadi, ‘Ego’ showcases these talented actors in roles you’ve never seen them play before.
“In a world where the lines between reality and illusion blur, ‘Ego’ takes audiences on a mesmerizing journey deep into the complexities of the mind. With stunning visuals, a thought-provoking narrative,...
He said: “Drawing from my childhood experiences and inspired by the rich tapestry of human emotions as a psychologist, I’ve poured my heart and soul into this project. Featuring an exceptional ensemble cast, including Arshad Warsi, Juhi Chawla, Divya Dutta, Gauhar Khan, and Prakash Belawadi, ‘Ego’ showcases these talented actors in roles you’ve never seen them play before.
“In a world where the lines between reality and illusion blur, ‘Ego’ takes audiences on a mesmerizing journey deep into the complexities of the mind. With stunning visuals, a thought-provoking narrative,...
- 1/17/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Nov 26 (Ians) The horrifying incident of the 2008 Mumbai attacks which is well known as 26/11 was a tragic incident which has gone down in history as one of the worst and biggest terrorist attacks to ever take place.
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
- 11/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Nov 26 (Ians) The horrifying incident of the 2008 Mumbai attacks which is well known as 26/11 was a tragic incident which has gone down in history as one of the worst and biggest terrorist attacks to ever take place.
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
It has been 15 years now, and while India is moving on from that nightmare it has left scars that have never fully healed. Carried out by 10 Pakistani terrorists, the attacks went on for three days with the Taj Hotel, Oberoi Hotel and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus being the biggest targets.
Over 175 people were killed in this attack and over 300 injured. Over the years many storytellers have presented the story of these attacks from different aspects. Some have presented the story from the victims’ point of view, some from the medical fraternity, the Nsg commandos to the planning of the attacks.
1. ‘Major’: Directed by Sashi Kiran Tikka and written by its lead actor Adivi Shesh,...
- 11/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Rashmi Agdekar, known for her stellar performances in web shows is all set to make her debut in the Marathi films with ‘Raavsaheb’, directed by none other than National award winning director of ‘Godavari’ Nikhil Mahajan. She began her acting career in 2017 with the web series, Dev Dd, and shot to fame with TVFs Immature followed by her Bollywood debut with the black comedy, Andhadhun.
The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!
Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.
Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...
The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!
Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.
Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Rashmi Agdekar, known for her stellar performances in web shows is all set to make her debut in the Marathi films with ‘Raavsaheb’, directed by none other than National award winning director of ‘Godavari’ Nikhil Mahajan. She began her acting career in 2017 with the web series, Dev Dd, and shot to fame with TVFs Immature followed by her Bollywood debut with the black comedy, Andhadhun.
The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!
Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.
Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...
The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!
Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.
Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...
- 10/11/2023
- by Editorial Desk
The teaser of the upcoming Marathi film ‘Raavsaaheb’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, promises a thrilling ride into the jungles. The teaser opens with a bird-eye shot of a dense jungle as the quote from Mahatma Gandhi about humans’ greed to milk the forests. It then introduces all the characters from the film in slow motion and intriguing shots.
As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.
The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.
The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.
The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...
As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.
The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.
The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.
The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...
- 10/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The teaser of the upcoming Marathi film ‘Raavsaaheb’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, promises a thrilling ride into the jungles. The teaser opens with a bird-eye shot of a dense jungle as the quote from Mahatma Gandhi about humans’ greed to milk the forests. It then introduces all the characters from the film in slow motion and intriguing shots.
As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.
The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.
The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.
The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...
As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.
The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.
The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.
The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...
- 10/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Director Niddhish Puuzhakkal, who is known for his extensive body of work in the advertisement industry, is currently busy with the shoot of his untitled film. The director shared that the film is closely related to his childhood ordeal. The film is a psychological thriller, and stars Arshad Warsi, Juhi Chawla, Divya Dutta, Anirudh Tanwar, Gauhar Khan, Jitendra Joshi, and Prakash Belawadi.
The film being a psychological thriller and the director is a trained psychologist.
The director said that for him, cinema is a means of pushing boundaries and transcending the ordinary.
He said: “With a background in advertising and scriptwriting, I sought to create a film that went beyond visuals and sound. I wanted to evoke multiple sensorial experiences, from space and sound to even smell and taste, immersing the audience completely. My journey began as a personal challenge, a quest to push my own filmmaking boundaries. It evolved into a gripping psychological thriller,...
The film being a psychological thriller and the director is a trained psychologist.
The director said that for him, cinema is a means of pushing boundaries and transcending the ordinary.
He said: “With a background in advertising and scriptwriting, I sought to create a film that went beyond visuals and sound. I wanted to evoke multiple sensorial experiences, from space and sound to even smell and taste, immersing the audience completely. My journey began as a personal challenge, a quest to push my own filmmaking boundaries. It evolved into a gripping psychological thriller,...
- 9/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Director Niddhish Puuzhakkal, who is known for his extensive body of work in the advertisement industry, is currently busy with the shoot of his untitled film. The director shared that the film is closely related to his childhood ordeal. The film is a psychological thriller, and stars Arshad Warsi, Juhi Chawla, Divya Dutta, Anirudh Tanwar, Gauhar Khan, Jitendra Joshi, and Prakash Belawadi.
The film being a psychological thriller and the director is a trained psychologist.
The director said that for him, cinema is a means of pushing boundaries and transcending the ordinary.
He said: “With a background in advertising and scriptwriting, I sought to create a film that went beyond visuals and sound. I wanted to evoke multiple sensorial experiences, from space and sound to even smell and taste, immersing the audience completely. My journey began as a personal challenge, a quest to push my own filmmaking boundaries. It evolved into a gripping psychological thriller,...
The film being a psychological thriller and the director is a trained psychologist.
The director said that for him, cinema is a means of pushing boundaries and transcending the ordinary.
He said: “With a background in advertising and scriptwriting, I sought to create a film that went beyond visuals and sound. I wanted to evoke multiple sensorial experiences, from space and sound to even smell and taste, immersing the audience completely. My journey began as a personal challenge, a quest to push my own filmmaking boundaries. It evolved into a gripping psychological thriller,...
- 9/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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.
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.
- 9/11/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Aug 24 (Ians) Filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who on Thursday bagged the National Film Award for Best Direction for Marathi film ‘Godavari’, has called it a “surreal feeling” and said that this win is “closest to his heart”.
The director said: “This award is for my mom and dad who have tirelessly ensured that I get to live my dream. It is also for Jitendra Joshi who believed in me and stood by my side. It is for my entire cast and crew of ‘Godavari’ who rallied like champions against all odds and made it happen.”
“It is for Nashik which holds in its heart the mighty Godavari. It is for my producers Jio Studios who ensured that my voice and vision travelled everywhere. It is for Vikram Gokhle who had said I’ll win this on the first day of shoot. And lastly it is for Nishikant Kamat, the director who I made ‘Godavari’ for.
The director said: “This award is for my mom and dad who have tirelessly ensured that I get to live my dream. It is also for Jitendra Joshi who believed in me and stood by my side. It is for my entire cast and crew of ‘Godavari’ who rallied like champions against all odds and made it happen.”
“It is for Nashik which holds in its heart the mighty Godavari. It is for my producers Jio Studios who ensured that my voice and vision travelled everywhere. It is for Vikram Gokhle who had said I’ll win this on the first day of shoot. And lastly it is for Nishikant Kamat, the director who I made ‘Godavari’ for.
- 8/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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,...
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,...
- 6/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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,...
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,...
- 6/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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,...
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,...
- 6/13/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, May 31 (Ians) Actress Nimrat Kaur, who essays the role of a student counsellor in the upcoming streaming series ‘School of Lies’, feels that parents need to be extremely careful with how they conduct themselves around their kids as kids today are fast learners and the behaviour of parents leaves a fine imprint on the kids in their formative years.
Wrapped in the intense mystery of a missing child, ‘School of Lies’ showcases the journey of teenagers in a boarding school.
Talking about how the dynamics between parents and their child are changing, Nimrat told Ians, “Young kids nowadays have a mind of their own, they want to make their own choices and are so ahead of everything all the time. Parents have to be very careful with how they conduct themselves around their kids. I think growing up, things were much simpler for us, especially the fact that the...
Wrapped in the intense mystery of a missing child, ‘School of Lies’ showcases the journey of teenagers in a boarding school.
Talking about how the dynamics between parents and their child are changing, Nimrat told Ians, “Young kids nowadays have a mind of their own, they want to make their own choices and are so ahead of everything all the time. Parents have to be very careful with how they conduct themselves around their kids. I think growing up, things were much simpler for us, especially the fact that the...
- 5/31/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, May 30 (Ians) Actress Nimrat Kaur has spilled the beans on her equation with the children on the upcoming series ‘School Of Lies’ and how she was indeed marvelled by their skills and talent.
Talking about this, Nimrat said: “Most of the scenes that I have with the kids are nice and light. I kept myself extremely accessible for the kids to chit-chat with so that they feel happy and Avinash was wonderful in leading that from the front, so that nobody feels awkward or restrained in any way.”
“A lot of my work was, in particular, with one actor – Varin Roopani who plays Vikram. He was a real pleasure to work with and someone so ahead of his years, I marvelled at his intellect. We had some really interesting conversations, off camera, regarding life and taste in books and movies and music.”
She added: “Growing up, I was just...
Talking about this, Nimrat said: “Most of the scenes that I have with the kids are nice and light. I kept myself extremely accessible for the kids to chit-chat with so that they feel happy and Avinash was wonderful in leading that from the front, so that nobody feels awkward or restrained in any way.”
“A lot of my work was, in particular, with one actor – Varin Roopani who plays Vikram. He was a real pleasure to work with and someone so ahead of his years, I marvelled at his intellect. We had some really interesting conversations, off camera, regarding life and taste in books and movies and music.”
She added: “Growing up, I was just...
- 5/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Nimrat Kaur, who is set to headline the Ott series ‘School Of Lies’, has spilled the beans on her admiration for her director and what made her say yes to streaming series.
The show came to her when she was looking for something diametrically opposite but she couldn’t resist giving her nod to the show after being enticed by its writing.
Talking about the show, Nimrat said, “While I was personally looking for something light, when ‘School of Lies’ came to me, there was something about the subject that drew me towards it. It’s a very important story that needs to be told, and I felt very compelled to be a part of this world. I had always been a very big admirer of Avinash Arun’s work, right from the days of ‘Killa’, his much celebrated Marathi film and wanted to collaborate with him”.
The show,...
The show came to her when she was looking for something diametrically opposite but she couldn’t resist giving her nod to the show after being enticed by its writing.
Talking about the show, Nimrat said, “While I was personally looking for something light, when ‘School of Lies’ came to me, there was something about the subject that drew me towards it. It’s a very important story that needs to be told, and I felt very compelled to be a part of this world. I had always been a very big admirer of Avinash Arun’s work, right from the days of ‘Killa’, his much celebrated Marathi film and wanted to collaborate with him”.
The show,...
- 5/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer of the upcoming streaming show ‘School of Lies’ was unveiled on Wednesday. It presents the story of a missing school boy and how the entire machinery by the school and cops is put in action to find the missing boy.
The trailer follows the Rise – the boarding school, as a 12-year-old Shakti goes missing, things start to spiral out of control, revealing the hidden skeletons in the closet of the boarding school. It shows Nimrat Kaur in the role of a school counsellor who talks to the students to uncover the mystery behind the boy’s disappearance.
Talking about the series, Nimrat Kaur said, “With the shoot of ‘School of Lies’, I learnt about the layered complexities of children and how they can reveal a new side to them every step of the way. This unique series, inspired by real life events, brings forth mind boggling unpredictable occurrences...
The trailer follows the Rise – the boarding school, as a 12-year-old Shakti goes missing, things start to spiral out of control, revealing the hidden skeletons in the closet of the boarding school. It shows Nimrat Kaur in the role of a school counsellor who talks to the students to uncover the mystery behind the boy’s disappearance.
Talking about the series, Nimrat Kaur said, “With the shoot of ‘School of Lies’, I learnt about the layered complexities of children and how they can reveal a new side to them every step of the way. This unique series, inspired by real life events, brings forth mind boggling unpredictable occurrences...
- 5/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Streaming
Amazon Freevee has released the first images of Mischa Barton in the revival of long-running Australian soap “Neighbours,” production on which started April 17 in Melbourne. The images also feature cast members Jackie Woodburne and Alan Fletcher.
Alan Fletcher, Mischa Barton, Jackie Woodburne
The new series will premiere exclusively for free on Amazon Freevee in the U.K. and U.S. this fall and will include streaming rights to thousands of episodes from the previous seasons, which will be available prior to the new series’ premiere. The series will also stream on SVOD counterpart Prime Video in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Australia’s Network 10, the home of “Neighbours” for 36 years, will retain first-run rights in the country.
The new season is a continuation of the long-running daily drama series about the lives, loves and challenges of the residents on Ramsay Street in Erinsborough, Australia, a fictional suburb of Melbourne.
Amazon Freevee has released the first images of Mischa Barton in the revival of long-running Australian soap “Neighbours,” production on which started April 17 in Melbourne. The images also feature cast members Jackie Woodburne and Alan Fletcher.
Alan Fletcher, Mischa Barton, Jackie Woodburne
The new series will premiere exclusively for free on Amazon Freevee in the U.K. and U.S. this fall and will include streaming rights to thousands of episodes from the previous seasons, which will be available prior to the new series’ premiere. The series will also stream on SVOD counterpart Prime Video in Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Australia’s Network 10, the home of “Neighbours” for 36 years, will retain first-run rights in the country.
The new season is a continuation of the long-running daily drama series about the lives, loves and challenges of the residents on Ramsay Street in Erinsborough, Australia, a fictional suburb of Melbourne.
- 5/16/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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...
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...
- 5/10/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Marathi film ‘Ghaath’ is heading to the upcoming edition of the Berlin International Film Festival for its world premiere. The film festival is set to be held from February 16 to February 26.
Written and directed by Chhatrapal Ninawe in his feature debut, the film is a slow-burn thriller set on the fringes of India’s Maoist-affected jungles and revolves around the tense interplay between guerrillas, civilians and the police.
The film stars acclaimed Marathi actors such as Jitendra Joshi, Milind Shinde, Suruchi Adarkar, Dhananjay Mandaokar and Janardan Kadam.
Commenting on the occasion, Jitendra Joshi said, “Shooting on location in the jungles of central India was certainly difficult and challenging, but this incredible news makes it seem all worth it. The whole cast and crew worked so hard on the film – so it’s a big win for the team, for Marathi cinema, and for Indian cinema as a whole.”
The film...
Written and directed by Chhatrapal Ninawe in his feature debut, the film is a slow-burn thriller set on the fringes of India’s Maoist-affected jungles and revolves around the tense interplay between guerrillas, civilians and the police.
The film stars acclaimed Marathi actors such as Jitendra Joshi, Milind Shinde, Suruchi Adarkar, Dhananjay Mandaokar and Janardan Kadam.
Commenting on the occasion, Jitendra Joshi said, “Shooting on location in the jungles of central India was certainly difficult and challenging, but this incredible news makes it seem all worth it. The whole cast and crew worked so hard on the film – so it’s a big win for the team, for Marathi cinema, and for Indian cinema as a whole.”
The film...
- 1/19/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Written and directed by Chhatrapal Ninawe in his feature debut, the film is a slow-burn thriller set on the fringes of India’s Maoist-affected jungles and revolves around the tense interplay between guerrillas, civilians and the police. The new year is starting on a high note for film studio Platoon One Films, with their exciting new feature ‘Ghaath’ set to make its World Premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival, one of the world’s leading film festivals to be held in Berlin from 16-26 February 2023.
Excited and overwhelmed in equal measure, Chhatrapal says, “It was a long, hard and adventurous journey, but I’m so honoured to finally be premiering our film at the Berlinale, home to so many artists that have inspired us along the way. Ghaath is a film about trust, betrayal and ambush. It is a thriller which goes deep into the jungles and deeper into the psyche of its characters.
Excited and overwhelmed in equal measure, Chhatrapal says, “It was a long, hard and adventurous journey, but I’m so honoured to finally be premiering our film at the Berlinale, home to so many artists that have inspired us along the way. Ghaath is a film about trust, betrayal and ambush. It is a thriller which goes deep into the jungles and deeper into the psyche of its characters.
- 1/18/2023
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
After it was pulled at the last minute from Berlinale 2021, Chhatrapal Ninawe’s debut feature “Ghaath” (“Ambush”) will finally show at the festival in 2023.
The Marathi-language film, a slow-burn thriller set on the fringes of India’s jungles occupied by Maoist rebels and revolves around the tense interplay between guerrillas, civilians and the police, will have its world premiere at the Berlinale’s Panorama strand.
The project, then co-produced by billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Studios and independent producer Manish Mundra’s Drishyam Films, was selected for the work-in-progress lab at India’s Film Bazaar 2020 where it won the Lab Award.
“Ghaath” was selected as one of the Panorama titles in 2021, but was then pulled. In a social media post, which has since been deleted, Ninawe wrote:
“On Feb 4, 2021, Jio Studios sent a legal restraining order to Berlinale, effectively asking them to drop the film from the selection. We sent frantic emails.
The Marathi-language film, a slow-burn thriller set on the fringes of India’s jungles occupied by Maoist rebels and revolves around the tense interplay between guerrillas, civilians and the police, will have its world premiere at the Berlinale’s Panorama strand.
The project, then co-produced by billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Jio Studios and independent producer Manish Mundra’s Drishyam Films, was selected for the work-in-progress lab at India’s Film Bazaar 2020 where it won the Lab Award.
“Ghaath” was selected as one of the Panorama titles in 2021, but was then pulled. In a social media post, which has since been deleted, Ninawe wrote:
“On Feb 4, 2021, Jio Studios sent a legal restraining order to Berlinale, effectively asking them to drop the film from the selection. We sent frantic emails.
- 1/18/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Sepideh Farsi’s “La Sirène” (“The Siren”) is opening the Berlin Film Festival’s Panorama strand.
The program, which comprises 35 films from 30 countries, including 28 world premieres and 11 debuts, includes new films by Patric Chiha, İlker Çatak, Frauke Finsterwalder, Maite Alberdi, Milad Alami and Apolline Traoré. They feature a galaxy of well-known protagonists and actors such as Joan Baez, Jafar Panahi, Payman Maadi, George MacKay, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Fan Bingbing, Sandra Hüller and Susanne Wolff.
Panorama Selections
“After”
by Anthony Lapia | with Louise Chevillotte, Majd Mastoura, Natalia Wiszniewska
France
World premiere | Debut film
“All the Colours of the World Are Between Black and White”
by Babatunde Apalowo | with Tope Tedela, Riyo David, Martha Ehinome Orhiere, Uchechika Elumelu, Floyd Anekwe
Nigeria
World premiere | Debut film
“And, Towards Happy Alleys”
by Sreemoyee Singh | with Jafar Panahi, Nasrin Soutodeh, Jinous Nazokkar, Farhad Kheradmand, Aida Mohammadkhani
India
World premiere | Debut film | Documentary
“La Bête dans la...
The program, which comprises 35 films from 30 countries, including 28 world premieres and 11 debuts, includes new films by Patric Chiha, İlker Çatak, Frauke Finsterwalder, Maite Alberdi, Milad Alami and Apolline Traoré. They feature a galaxy of well-known protagonists and actors such as Joan Baez, Jafar Panahi, Payman Maadi, George MacKay, Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, Fan Bingbing, Sandra Hüller and Susanne Wolff.
Panorama Selections
“After”
by Anthony Lapia | with Louise Chevillotte, Majd Mastoura, Natalia Wiszniewska
France
World premiere | Debut film
“All the Colours of the World Are Between Black and White”
by Babatunde Apalowo | with Tope Tedela, Riyo David, Martha Ehinome Orhiere, Uchechika Elumelu, Floyd Anekwe
Nigeria
World premiere | Debut film
“And, Towards Happy Alleys”
by Sreemoyee Singh | with Jafar Panahi, Nasrin Soutodeh, Jinous Nazokkar, Farhad Kheradmand, Aida Mohammadkhani
India
World premiere | Debut film | Documentary
“La Bête dans la...
- 1/18/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
London-set revenge thriller Femme, starring George MacKay and Candyman actor Nathan Stewart-Jarrett, has been selected for the Berlinale’s Panorama strand.
It was among a raft of fresh additions to the festival’s Panorama, Generation and Berlinale Special strands announced on Wednesday.
The picture is co-directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping and is based on their 2021 BAFTA-nominated short film of the same name.
Stewart-Jarrett plays a drag queen whose life is destroyed by a homophobic attack and then plots revenge on one of the perpetrators (MacKay) when he spots him in a gay sauna.
The 21 new Panorama titles also include France-based Austrian director Patric Chiha’s The Beast In The Jungle.
A contemporary adaptation of Henry James’s 1903 novella of the same name, the drama follows a man and woman who frequent a huge nightclub for 25 years in anticipation of a mysterious event.
The cast features Anaïs Demoustier,...
It was among a raft of fresh additions to the festival’s Panorama, Generation and Berlinale Special strands announced on Wednesday.
The picture is co-directed by Sam H. Freeman and Ng Choon Ping and is based on their 2021 BAFTA-nominated short film of the same name.
Stewart-Jarrett plays a drag queen whose life is destroyed by a homophobic attack and then plots revenge on one of the perpetrators (MacKay) when he spots him in a gay sauna.
The 21 new Panorama titles also include France-based Austrian director Patric Chiha’s The Beast In The Jungle.
A contemporary adaptation of Henry James’s 1903 novella of the same name, the drama follows a man and woman who frequent a huge nightclub for 25 years in anticipation of a mysterious event.
The cast features Anaïs Demoustier,...
- 1/18/2023
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Jitendra Joshi, who plays the lead character ‘Nishikant’ in Godavari won the best actor award at Iffi to be the only 4th Indian actor to win this award in the last 60 years! To add to the credibility, Godavari was the only Marathi film among the six films selected in Indian languages by the government for Cannes and the only Indian film at this year’s Vancouver International Film Festival.
One of the most silent characters of Godavari – Nashik – has a lot of mythological significance due to its references to stories of Ramayana, birthplace of Hanuman, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Kumbh Mela, source of Godavari, etc. However, even in contemporary times, the ancient city of Nashik, on the banks of the river Godavari is seen to be maintaining its traditions going on for years together.
Nikhil Mahajan’s ‘Godavari’ is about a traditional family in old Nashik. Nishikant Deshmukh (Jitendra Joshi...
One of the most silent characters of Godavari – Nashik – has a lot of mythological significance due to its references to stories of Ramayana, birthplace of Hanuman, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Kumbh Mela, source of Godavari, etc. However, even in contemporary times, the ancient city of Nashik, on the banks of the river Godavari is seen to be maintaining its traditions going on for years together.
Nikhil Mahajan’s ‘Godavari’ is about a traditional family in old Nashik. Nishikant Deshmukh (Jitendra Joshi...
- 11/9/2022
- by Nitin Jain
- GlamSham
After receiving several recognition and honours at the film festival circuit throughout the globe, Marathi film ‘Godavari’ starring ‘Sacred Games’ fame actor Jitendra Joshi, is headed to theatrical release on November 11.
Jitendra took to his social media to announce the release date and pay tribute to his friend, the late filmmaker, Nishikant Kamat on his second death anniversary.
Jitendra said in his heartfelt tribute” “When a friend leaves us, we are left with nothing but their thoughts. It’s been two years since you left Nishikant. Ever since you left, there has been a strange uneasiness. In an attempt to find you again, I found Godavari and Nishikant in it.”
Nishikant, who made films like ‘Mumbai Meri Jaan’, ‘Drishyam’ (Hindi) and ‘Dombivli Fast’, died at the age of 50 due to liver cirrhosis.
Jitendra further mentioned in the video” “You had great love for the medium of cinema and you always...
Jitendra took to his social media to announce the release date and pay tribute to his friend, the late filmmaker, Nishikant Kamat on his second death anniversary.
Jitendra said in his heartfelt tribute” “When a friend leaves us, we are left with nothing but their thoughts. It’s been two years since you left Nishikant. Ever since you left, there has been a strange uneasiness. In an attempt to find you again, I found Godavari and Nishikant in it.”
Nishikant, who made films like ‘Mumbai Meri Jaan’, ‘Drishyam’ (Hindi) and ‘Dombivli Fast’, died at the age of 50 due to liver cirrhosis.
Jitendra further mentioned in the video” “You had great love for the medium of cinema and you always...
- 8/17/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Thar(Netflix)
Starring Anil Kapoor, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor, Fatima Sana Shaikh
Tum Aa Gaye Ho Noir Aa Gaya Hai….In Thar the most expressive face is that of a bright little girl who points our young discernibly troubled hero to the address that he searches in the godforsaken village of Maunabao in Rajasthan. Godforsaken, because people are dying horribly tortured deaths and there is nothing our cop-hero can do about it.
The cop Surekha Singh, if you must know, played by a trying-hard-to-look-intense Anil Kapoor, is a deeply disenchanted man. His wife, played by the wonderful Nivedita Bhattacharya, has nothing but contempt for his lack of ambition. His son very bluntly tells his father he wants to become an Ips officer, so he can come back to their village and lord over his father.
There is clearly a lack of sunshine in this scorching-hot village. The sweltering heat and the rising...
Starring Anil Kapoor, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor, Fatima Sana Shaikh
Tum Aa Gaye Ho Noir Aa Gaya Hai….In Thar the most expressive face is that of a bright little girl who points our young discernibly troubled hero to the address that he searches in the godforsaken village of Maunabao in Rajasthan. Godforsaken, because people are dying horribly tortured deaths and there is nothing our cop-hero can do about it.
The cop Surekha Singh, if you must know, played by a trying-hard-to-look-intense Anil Kapoor, is a deeply disenchanted man. His wife, played by the wonderful Nivedita Bhattacharya, has nothing but contempt for his lack of ambition. His son very bluntly tells his father he wants to become an Ips officer, so he can come back to their village and lord over his father.
There is clearly a lack of sunshine in this scorching-hot village. The sweltering heat and the rising...
- 5/12/2022
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
The New York Indian Film Festival (Nyiff), North America’s oldest and most prestigious festival that features films from India and the Indian diaspora, has announced its full lineup for 2022. Now in its 22nd year, the festival celebrates independent, art-house, alternative cinema from the global Indian community and brings this rich collection of films to the New York audience. Presented virtually for the third year in a row, the festival will feature 60 screenings beginning May 7th and running through May 14th.
“We aimed to truly underscore the Nyiff commitment to diversity and cultural representation in film,” said Aseem Chhabra, Nyiff Festival Director. “This year, we will feature films in 13 languages spoken in India: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. All films will have English subtitles.”
“Nyiff’s mission is to provide filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals a platform to showcase their work,...
“We aimed to truly underscore the Nyiff commitment to diversity and cultural representation in film,” said Aseem Chhabra, Nyiff Festival Director. “This year, we will feature films in 13 languages spoken in India: Assamese, Bengali, English, Gujarati, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu and Urdu. All films will have English subtitles.”
“Nyiff’s mission is to provide filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals a platform to showcase their work,...
- 4/21/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mysteries and mirages, twists and turns. In the heart of an unforgiving desert unfolds a gritty thriller, unlike any other – Thar! Showcasing the terrific performances by the father-son duo of Anil Kapoor and Harshvarrdhan Kapoor, along with legendary actor Satish Kaushik and the versatile Fatima Sana Shaikh, Thar, directed by Raj Singh Chaudhary, is set to release on Netflix on May 6, 2022.
The film follows an antique dealer, Siddharth’s journey through a remote village in Rajasthan that has recently been rocked by a series of violent killings. As the local cop Surekha Singh investigates these killings, he crosses paths with Siddharth… will that encounter be the only one? The mix of intriguing characters, thrilling plotline, and picturesque view of arid deserts will keep the audience on the edge of their seats till the end.
The trailer dropped, and we have it just for you!
Talking about the film, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor shared,...
The film follows an antique dealer, Siddharth’s journey through a remote village in Rajasthan that has recently been rocked by a series of violent killings. As the local cop Surekha Singh investigates these killings, he crosses paths with Siddharth… will that encounter be the only one? The mix of intriguing characters, thrilling plotline, and picturesque view of arid deserts will keep the audience on the edge of their seats till the end.
The trailer dropped, and we have it just for you!
Talking about the film, Harshvarrdhan Kapoor shared,...
- 4/18/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Godavari is a Marathi film directed by Nikhil Mahajan and produced by Jitendra Joshi, Mitali Joshi, Pavan Malu and Nikhil Mahajan under the banner of Blue Drop Films. Starring Neena Kulkarni, Jitendra Joshi and Vikram Gokhale, the film tells a story of a family living on the banks of river Godavari in Nashik. ‘Godavari’ has […]...
- 12/8/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
“The Forgotten History,” by celebrated Afghanistan filmmaker Roya Sadat (“A Letter to the President”), is one of 20 projects from 11 countries chosen for India’s Film Bazaar virtual co-production market.
Being produced by Sadat’s women-centric collective Roya Film House and Spain’s Alba Sotorra Cinema Productions, the project previously participated at the Hong Kong – Asia Film Financing Forum and the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market.
The market line-up of stories will be told in the Assamese, Bengali, Dari, English, German, Hindi, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Portuguese, Sinhala, Tamil, and Telugu. The selected projects will be pitched virtually to international and Indian producers, distributors, festival programmers, financiers and sales agents.
Projects include “Ashwamedh” (The Sacrifice) (India-u.K.) by Ridham Janve, whose debut feature film, “The Gold-Laden Sheep and The Sacred Mountain,” won the Young Cinema Award at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards and the Silver Gateway Award at the Jio Mami International Film Festival.
Being produced by Sadat’s women-centric collective Roya Film House and Spain’s Alba Sotorra Cinema Productions, the project previously participated at the Hong Kong – Asia Film Financing Forum and the Hong Kong International Film & TV Market.
The market line-up of stories will be told in the Assamese, Bengali, Dari, English, German, Hindi, Kannada, Konkani, Malayalam, Marathi, Nepali, Portuguese, Sinhala, Tamil, and Telugu. The selected projects will be pitched virtually to international and Indian producers, distributors, festival programmers, financiers and sales agents.
Projects include “Ashwamedh” (The Sacrifice) (India-u.K.) by Ridham Janve, whose debut feature film, “The Gold-Laden Sheep and The Sacred Mountain,” won the Young Cinema Award at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards and the Silver Gateway Award at the Jio Mami International Film Festival.
- 10/28/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
“Betaal” – original Netflix mini-series influenced by local legends and myths, but also by the forgotten god of dread described in Somdev Bhatt’s storybooks from 11th century, is the first proper Indian attempt at the zombie genre. Spiked with social criticism, the show offers more than just snapping jaws of the undead, who happen to be the former British colonialists.
The Volunteers battalion that served under the command of lieutenant colonel John Lynedoch during the Independence War of 1857 is trapped in a mountain passage built a long time ago by the English, and the flesh-thirsty men are held under control by rituals performed by local villagers, under the guidance of their sorceress. In the very opening scene, people are seen praying to lord Betaal to keep his slumber, and their peace intact.
Solidly plotted horror elements are present from the very beginning of the series and as many of them...
The Volunteers battalion that served under the command of lieutenant colonel John Lynedoch during the Independence War of 1857 is trapped in a mountain passage built a long time ago by the English, and the flesh-thirsty men are held under control by rituals performed by local villagers, under the guidance of their sorceress. In the very opening scene, people are seen praying to lord Betaal to keep his slumber, and their peace intact.
Solidly plotted horror elements are present from the very beginning of the series and as many of them...
- 8/9/2020
- by Marina D. Richter
- AsianMoviePulse
OTTThis has not been a good year for Netflix India, who seem to be working with popular names but creating poor content.Saraswati DatarThere is no other way to say it. I have perhaps the lowest tolerance to horror or scares of any kind. But as I sat through the four increasingly painful episodes of Betaal, now streaming on Netflix, I was reminded of Joey’s reaction to Chandler dressed as a pink bunny. So, to Netflix, I ask, “Dude, what happened?” The series is produced by Blumhouse Television, Sk Global and Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, and created by Ghoul showrunner Patrick Graham. Zombie thriller meets Indian folklore’s Vikram-Vetaal or Betaal here, is a great one-line pitch for a show. But, creator Patrick Graham and his co-writer Suhani Kanwar throw in the legacies of colonialism, the dangers of neo-colonialism, corporate greed, and even a splash of...
- 5/25/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
OTTThis has not been a good year for Netflix India, who seem to be working with popular names but creating poor content.Saraswati DatarThere is no other way to say it. I have perhaps the lowest tolerance to horror or scares of any kind. But as I sat through the four increasingly painful episodes of Betaal, now streaming on Netflix, I was reminded of Joey’s reaction to Chandler dressed as a pink bunny. So, to Netflix, I ask, “Dude, what happened?” The series is produced by Blumhouse Television, Sk Global and Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, and created by Ghoul showrunner Patrick Graham. Zombie thriller meets Indian folklore’s Vikram-Vetaal or Betaal here, is a great one-line pitch for a show. But, creator Patrick Graham and his co-writer Suhani Kanwar throw in the legacies of colonialism, the dangers of neo-colonialism, corporate greed, and even a splash of...
- 5/25/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Hell is about to be unleashed. A tunnel, which no one has dared to open for decades, hides a curse that could change an entire country’s fate forever. What is the cost for those who would dare to step inside? How far would you go to battle the demons within?
Earlier today, Netflix dropped the trailer of its upcoming series Betaal that hits the service on May 24, 2020. Renowned horror studio Blumhouse Television, Sk Global Entertainment and Red Chillies Entertainment come together to present this horror-thriller series.
The story is set in a remote village, which quickly becomes the arena of a breathless battle when a two-century-old East India Company Colonel, infected with the Betaal’s curse, and his battalion of blood-thirsty zombie redcoats are released from their tomb – attacking anything with a pulse. With the Cipd (Counter Insurgency Police Department) forces pitted against the undead army, hapless civilians are trapped in a gripping,...
Earlier today, Netflix dropped the trailer of its upcoming series Betaal that hits the service on May 24, 2020. Renowned horror studio Blumhouse Television, Sk Global Entertainment and Red Chillies Entertainment come together to present this horror-thriller series.
The story is set in a remote village, which quickly becomes the arena of a breathless battle when a two-century-old East India Company Colonel, infected with the Betaal’s curse, and his battalion of blood-thirsty zombie redcoats are released from their tomb – attacking anything with a pulse. With the Cipd (Counter Insurgency Police Department) forces pitted against the undead army, hapless civilians are trapped in a gripping,...
- 5/8/2020
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
A mission to displace locals to clear way for a new road unleashes a deadly curse in the new horror series Betaal. A collaboration between Blumhouse Television, Sk Global Entertainment, and Red Chillies Entertainment, Betaal is coming to Netflix on May 24th, and we've been provided with the official trailer ahead of its release.
"Delivering on the hallmarks of the renowned horror studio, Blumhouse Television comes together with Sk Global Entertainment and Red Chillies Entertainment to present this horror-thriller series.
The story is set in a remote village, which quickly becomes the arena of a breathless battle when a two-century-old East India Company Colonel, infected with the Betaal's curse, and his battalion of blood-thirsty zombie redcoats are released from their tomb - attacking anything with a pulse. With the Cipd (Counter Insurgency Police Department) forces pitted against the undead army, hapless civilians are trapped in a gripping, edge-of-your-seat conflict.
Betaal is created,...
"Delivering on the hallmarks of the renowned horror studio, Blumhouse Television comes together with Sk Global Entertainment and Red Chillies Entertainment to present this horror-thriller series.
The story is set in a remote village, which quickly becomes the arena of a breathless battle when a two-century-old East India Company Colonel, infected with the Betaal's curse, and his battalion of blood-thirsty zombie redcoats are released from their tomb - attacking anything with a pulse. With the Cipd (Counter Insurgency Police Department) forces pitted against the undead army, hapless civilians are trapped in a gripping, edge-of-your-seat conflict.
Betaal is created,...
- 5/8/2020
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Marathi drama The Trap (Ghaath) is one of three films co-produced by Drishyam and Mukesh Ambani’s Jio.
Manish Mundra’s indie powerhouse Drishyam Films is moving into regional-language film with Marathi mystery drama The Trap (Ghaath), the third project under a three-picture deal with Jio Studios.
Directed by Chhatrapal Ninawe, the film is set on the fringes of India’s Maoist-affected tribal areas and revolves around the tense interplay between Maoist guerrillas and the police.
The cast includes acclaimed Marathi actors such as Milind Shinde (Babu Band Baja) and Jitendra Joshi, who starred in Netflix web series Sacred Games.
Manish Mundra’s indie powerhouse Drishyam Films is moving into regional-language film with Marathi mystery drama The Trap (Ghaath), the third project under a three-picture deal with Jio Studios.
Directed by Chhatrapal Ninawe, the film is set on the fringes of India’s Maoist-affected tribal areas and revolves around the tense interplay between Maoist guerrillas and the police.
The cast includes acclaimed Marathi actors such as Milind Shinde (Babu Band Baja) and Jitendra Joshi, who starred in Netflix web series Sacred Games.
- 10/6/2019
- by 89¦Liz Shackleton¦0¦
- ScreenDaily
NetflixStarting from what's going to happen in 15 days to the old and new characters in Season 2, there's a host of questions fans have.Saraswati DatarThere's just one week left for the most-awaited second season of Sacred Games. Based on the novel Sacred Games by Vikram Chandra, Season 1 was the first Indian original series on Netflix. After its tremendous success, and a cottage industry of memes and videos that it created, Season 2 is finally around the corner. For those who haven’t seen the first season yet, (yes we are judging you) please watch out for spoilers ahead. Here are eight burning questions for which Sacred Games fans will be looking for answers: 1. What is going to happen in 15 days? All it took to kickstart this game was a question. “Do you believe in god?” the mysterious voice at the other end of the line asks Sartaj Singh (Saif Ali Khan...
- 8/7/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Any TV series that begins with a dog falling from the height of a skyscraper and lingers on the aftermath of the impact at ground level is not going to be one marked by subtlety. It’s that level of brutality, meted out for plenty of humans as well, that becomes one of the cornerstones of the new Netflix series “Sacred Games.” The first original for the service from India, the series follows the lives of two men in a pair of parallel timelines, feasting on the dire undercurrents of modern-day crime stories.
Based on Vikram Chandra’s 2006 novel of the same name, “Sacred Games” begins as an investigation by a local by officer Sartaj Singh (Saif Ali Khan), who goes from investigating a robbery gone wrong to uncovering the engine behind a gigantic infrastructure of institutional corruption. Tracing a mysterious phone call, Sartaj eventually makes a fatal discovery that...
Based on Vikram Chandra’s 2006 novel of the same name, “Sacred Games” begins as an investigation by a local by officer Sartaj Singh (Saif Ali Khan), who goes from investigating a robbery gone wrong to uncovering the engine behind a gigantic infrastructure of institutional corruption. Tracing a mysterious phone call, Sartaj eventually makes a fatal discovery that...
- 7/9/2018
- by Steve Greene
- Indiewire
NetflixThe thriller is also a poignant commentary on the equalizing power of hatred, perhaps the only emotion that is truly “secular” in India.Saraswati DatarGanesh, the remover of obstacles. The reigning deity of Mumbai, he is an imperfect being who can give us what we desperately seek. Quite like gangster Ganesh Gaitonde (Nawazzudin Siddiqui) who brings salvation to beleaguered cop Sartaj Singh (Saif Ali Khan), appearing on his phone with a prophecy of doom, and the promise that his life is going to change. Netflix’s first Indian original series, Sacred Games, is an adaptation of the novel by acclaimed writer Vikram Chandra. Shot as a neo-noir thriller over 8 episodes, executive producer Vikramaditya Motwane and writers Varun Grover, Smita Singh and Vasant Nath have adapted the 900-page book into a gripping web of religion, politics, conspiracy and corruption that entangles you slowly but surely. Ganesh Gaitonde, notorious gangster and leader of the G gang returns mysteriously after 15 years, and contacts a defeated Sartaj Singh, who has been sidelined by his department. Gaitonde’s phone call gives him the ray of hope he was looking for, and he jumps headlong into the rabbit hole, ironically risking his job to do it right. Along the way, he finds an ally in Raw agent Anjali Mathur (Radhika Apte), and powerful enemies who include the Home Minister, retired gang members, thumb chopping psychopaths and his fellow police officers. While the series begins in the present day, the narrative soon branches into two distinct timelines. Anurag Kashyap directs the rise of Ganesh Gaitonde as he narrates his journey from Maharashtra’s hinterlands to becoming a mobster, while Motwane directs the present doomsday thread, taking us into the lonely world of Sartaj Singh who finds purpose in deciphering Gaitonde’s tip-off about a catastrophe in 25 days. Though there is a clock ticking, the exposition is luxuriously paced, setting up all the major players in the game and laying out their connections without any spoilers. The pace picks up soon enough, and as the dots join and the mystery unravels, politicians, police officers and starlets struggle to keep their immunity from his dark legacy. Gaitonde’s rise from the garbage dump to the King of Gopalmath serves as a definitive recap of how religion and politics became mutually satisfied bedfellows in India. He narrates his story in the context of landmark events like the Shah Bano case, Babri Masjid demolition, Mumbai bomb blasts and the rise of the Hindu right wing in the country, recalling how each of these events affected his life, his gang, and his ‘karmabhoomi’ Mumbai. There are even mentions of the partition and the 26/11 terror attacks, creating a timeline of intolerance and terror that continues to add new dates to its tab. Nawazzudin Siddiqui, no stranger to playing a gangster, is reliably brilliant, surrendering completely to Gaitonde’s methods, madness and morals. Drugs, illicit liquor, extortion, murder; his life is a series of wrongdoings, yet his deep understanding of religion’s toxicity is surprisingly wise. “Going god’s way clears all the pathways,” he quips, summarizing how religious fault lines are created and nurtured by those who build careers on conflict. Siddiqui humanizes the man, telling his story with sensitivity, humour and no judgement. Complementing him every step of the way is Saif Ali Khan in fabulous form after a long time. Anxious, lonely, bitter but still sincere, Sartaj Singh is perhaps the most complex character Khan has portrayed in his career. One of the only Sikhs in the Mumbai police, Sartaj is not only in religious minority, but also solitary in his attempts at doing his job with honesty. Khan’s eyes are tired, his body seems stuffed into and suffocated in the police uniform and his silences are as heart-wrenching as his screaming meltdown in his dank apartment. Sartaj’s only support is his right-hand man Constable Katekar, played brilliantly by Jitendra Joshi, who picks up his calls and lifts his spirits at all odd hours. There is little light in his house and life, literal or otherwise, and while Motwane wants us to root for him, he never tries to glorify or ennoble him. Khan and Siddiqui are supported by a perfectly cast group of powerful actors who get into the skin of their characters effortlessly. Particularly impressive are Neeraj Kabi as Khan’s morally defunct boss Parulkar, Shalini Vatsa as Kanta Bai, Gaitonde’s voice of reason, Kubra Sait as his first love Kuckoo, Rajshri Deshpande as Subhadra and Jatin Sarna and Gaitonde’s sidekick Bunty. The series gives each of the supporting characters well-defined arcs and motives that organically find common ground or clash violently to take the story forward. Special credit must be given to the cinematographers and art direction unit who convincingly recreate the journey of Bombay to Mumbai, choosing real largely outdoor locations over stereotypical beauty shots that are authentic to a story that exposes the fragility and fetid nature of the city; the garbage from which castles rise, as Gaitonde says. Crisply edited by Aarti Bajaj and with a haunting background score, Sacred Games is a brilliant first production to emerge from India, proving that we are ready to take our content to a global scale. While it’s essentially a cat and mouse thriller, Sacred Games is also a poignant commentary on the equalizing power of hatred, perhaps the only emotion that is truly “secular” in India. It questions why we associate ourselves so deeply with our religious identity, why we place allegiance to an invisible god over our intuitive humanity, and why inspite of so many years of betrayal and bloodshed we just can’t seem to kick our addiction to our God, who as a character says, got sick of us long ago. Also read: Hannah Gadsby's unflinching stand-up special is a must-watch...
- 7/7/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
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