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10 Apr 2018
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#TrailerTalk – Raazi

April 10, 2018 No Comments

Over the last few days, Alia Bhatt has been dropping hints about her upcoming film Raazi,
directed by Meghna Gulzar. Starting with sharing two images from the film on her birthday, a photo of her taking a break on the sets, a short teaser video, followed by a series of posts about her character in the film.

And finally today the world woke up to the much-awaited trailer of Raazi.

The film is a spy thriller starring Alia Bhatt as Sehmat and Vicky Kaushal as a Pakistani soldier, who is married to Sehmat.

Sehmat is a young Kashmiri girl who juggles the roles of being an obedient daughter, dutiful wife and a brave Indian spy. Raazi is an adaptation of Harinder Sikka’s novel Calling Sehmat, based on true events.

Watch the trailer here:

The trailer not only gives a sneak peak into the film, but reinstates Bhatt’s talent and ability to effortlessly mold into any character with absolute finesse.

PP Rates: 4.5 popcorns
Worth the wait and the hype. See you at the theatre on 11th May!

08 Apr 2018
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Kapil Sharma’s ex-manager, Preeti Simoes opens up about the his condition

April 8, 2018 No Comments

Hours after news broke about Kapil Sharma’s Twitter rant where he threatened a journalist for publishing “negative stories” about him, the comedian filed a police complaint against his ex-manager Preeti Simoes, Neeti Simoes and the journalist. Sharma also tweeted a screenshot of the complaint, where he claims that the three have been working hand-in-glove to tarnish his reputation.

 Kapil Sharma’s tweet with a screenshot of the police complaint

Reacting to the police complaint, Preeti said, “I am sure it’s not Kapil who is doing it. People around him have definitely manipulated him. He hasn’t even tweeted those posts. Someone else has his phone I am sure. It all feels so childish and stupid. Does he even know what is he talking about? He talks about giving out personal information. Ask him what is he referring to? I don’t even know the journalist well who he claims was paid by me. He says he is depressed, but I want to ask why? And why aren’t his friends and girlfriend Ginni Chatrath, who he ceremoniously introduced to the world, with him when he is depressed? When we were in a relationship, both personally and professionally, he was doing well. The downfall only came after we separated.” She has also shared her concern over Sharma’s mental health and thinks “he is suicidal.”

Preeti Simoes and Kapil Sharma

Preeti further opened up praising the comedian’s talent and the fact that she’s open to reconciling with him professionally. She added, “…his ego would not allow him to join hands with us, but me, Neeti and the entire team has always been open to the idea of getting back together to once again reign over television.”

While the collaboration between Sharma and Preeti may be on hold for a while, the later is all set to launch another one-of-a-kind comedy today, Dhan Dhana Dhan. The web show starring Sunil Grover and Shilpa Shinde will stream on Jio TV app.

 

News Source: Indianexpress.com, Hindustan Times

 

07 Apr 2018
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#PPReview – Original or remake?

April 7, 2018 No Comments

Bollywood has a tendency to start a trend and then repeat it one-too-many times till it becomes stale. Filmmakers often rate the success of a trend by how it’s received by the audience; If it receives a thumbs up once, it becomes a tried-and-tested formula for a hit.

While there are several trends that Bollywood has been following for quite some time, the latest (roughly started over two to three years ago) is the remake of old classic songs, specifically used for promotional purposes or item numbers in films.

The formula for this one – pick a popular old song, add few extra beats to it, a little bit of rap, and a splash of synchronized choreography with lots glitter and gloss!

Now, which Bollywood fan doesn’t love listening to old songs; It’s nostalgic and the remixed versions make an amazing playlist at parties and weddings. While some remakes are certainly good – Tamma Tamma Again from Badrinath Ki Dulhania, Kala Chashma from Baar Baar Dekho (though not a classic), Hungama Hogaya from Queen … some are just trying too hard.

The latest remake on the block – Ek Do Teen from Baaghi 2.

There’s no doubt that the artists put in a lot of effort to recreate the magic. But something is definitely feels amiss.

Alka Yagnik, Singer

Singer Alka Yagnik, who sung the original track starring Madhuri Dixit, reacted to its new version, “It’s no match to the original… It wasn’t required.” during an interview with Radio Nasha. She added, “Even though [the original] Ek Do Teen was an item number [in Tezaab], there was a certain innocence and vulnerability present both in the song, and on Madhuri’s face. Aap koi bhi scene dekh lein, uss gane mein kuch bhi vulgar nahi hai (Pick any scene from the song, and you’ll not find anything vulgar). It was not at all seductive either! I don’t think the new version will have the same thing.”

What do you think? Is it time for this fad to fade?

Let us know in the comments.

 

News source: Hindustan Times
15 Jan 2018
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