Exclusive: Lionsgate India is teaming with Vikram Malhotra’s Abundantia Entertainment and Kavita Sharma Gandhi’s Efar Films for a pair of movies.
Lionsgate, Airlift producer Abundantia and content developer and distributor Efar Films are lining up the films, which are billed as “a genre-bending adventure” and a “rom-com like no other.”
Details on the pics are scant, but the first will blend comedy with action in a story “that promises thrills and drama loaded with fun.” The romantic comedy will include “loveable and memorable characters.” Scripting is underway on both, with “exciting, top-of-the-line create talent” leading them.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Abundantia Entertainment and Efar Films on two exciting upcoming projects,” said Rohit Jain, President of Lionsgate Play Asia. “The projects underscore our commitment to delivering innovative and culturally resonant films to audience world over, and we are thrilled to bring this to life for our audiences in India.
Lionsgate, Airlift producer Abundantia and content developer and distributor Efar Films are lining up the films, which are billed as “a genre-bending adventure” and a “rom-com like no other.”
Details on the pics are scant, but the first will blend comedy with action in a story “that promises thrills and drama loaded with fun.” The romantic comedy will include “loveable and memorable characters.” Scripting is underway on both, with “exciting, top-of-the-line create talent” leading them.
“We are delighted to collaborate with Abundantia Entertainment and Efar Films on two exciting upcoming projects,” said Rohit Jain, President of Lionsgate Play Asia. “The projects underscore our commitment to delivering innovative and culturally resonant films to audience world over, and we are thrilled to bring this to life for our audiences in India.
- 5/8/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
National Award-winning actress Vidya Balan said on Monday that women are way ahead of time in today’s world. She was speaking during a session on ‘Women and the Glass Ceiling’ held on the sidelines of the ongoing 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) here.
Highlighting the significance of the portrayal of women in Indian cinema, Vidya said, “We all need to shed the stereotypes regarding women that are ingrained in our society. Women are way ahead of time in today’s world.”
“All the exceptional characters played by female actors in Indian films in the past and their desire to do more pushed us to reach a stage where we are telling women-oriented stories in movies now,” the actress said.
Expressing her willingness to play different characters, the actress shared that looking for new stories and characters that can relate with the audience is very important.
“Unconventional roles...
Highlighting the significance of the portrayal of women in Indian cinema, Vidya said, “We all need to shed the stereotypes regarding women that are ingrained in our society. Women are way ahead of time in today’s world.”
“All the exceptional characters played by female actors in Indian films in the past and their desire to do more pushed us to reach a stage where we are telling women-oriented stories in movies now,” the actress said.
Expressing her willingness to play different characters, the actress shared that looking for new stories and characters that can relate with the audience is very important.
“Unconventional roles...
- 11/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
National Award-winning actress Vidya Balan said on Monday that women are way ahead of time in today’s world. She was speaking during a session on ‘Women and the Glass Ceiling’ held on the sidelines of the ongoing 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi) here.
Highlighting the significance of the portrayal of women in Indian cinema, Vidya said, “We all need to shed the stereotypes regarding women that are ingrained in our society. Women are way ahead of time in today’s world.”
“All the exceptional characters played by female actors in Indian films in the past and their desire to do more pushed us to reach a stage where we are telling women-oriented stories in movies now,” the actress said.
Expressing her willingness to play different characters, the actress shared that looking for new stories and characters that can relate with the audience is very important.
“Unconventional roles...
Highlighting the significance of the portrayal of women in Indian cinema, Vidya said, “We all need to shed the stereotypes regarding women that are ingrained in our society. Women are way ahead of time in today’s world.”
“All the exceptional characters played by female actors in Indian films in the past and their desire to do more pushed us to reach a stage where we are telling women-oriented stories in movies now,” the actress said.
Expressing her willingness to play different characters, the actress shared that looking for new stories and characters that can relate with the audience is very important.
“Unconventional roles...
- 11/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Director Bhav Dhulia, who is known for his works like — ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’, and ‘The Freelancer’ has teamed up with Abundantia Entertainment for two feature film projects.
The projects are an engaging, large-scale, action-thriller tinged with a deep patriotic flavour, and an equally thrilling underdog story, inspired by true events set to introduce Indian fans to a whole new style of investigative storytelling.
Abundantia Entertainment is the producer of films like ‘Jalsa’, ‘Sherni’, ‘Ram Setu’, ‘Shakuntala Devi’, ‘Chhorii’, ‘Toilet – Ek Prem Katha’ ‘Sukhee’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Breathe: Into The Shadows’ among others.
On making his directorial feature-film debut, Bhav said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on some high-quality streaming content and have thoroughly enjoyed creating for the longer format.”
“I felt that now is the right time to make the transition to feature films. As I get ready to embark on this new journey,...
The projects are an engaging, large-scale, action-thriller tinged with a deep patriotic flavour, and an equally thrilling underdog story, inspired by true events set to introduce Indian fans to a whole new style of investigative storytelling.
Abundantia Entertainment is the producer of films like ‘Jalsa’, ‘Sherni’, ‘Ram Setu’, ‘Shakuntala Devi’, ‘Chhorii’, ‘Toilet – Ek Prem Katha’ ‘Sukhee’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Breathe: Into The Shadows’ among others.
On making his directorial feature-film debut, Bhav said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on some high-quality streaming content and have thoroughly enjoyed creating for the longer format.”
“I felt that now is the right time to make the transition to feature films. As I get ready to embark on this new journey,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Director Bhav Dhulia, who is known for his works like — ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’, and ‘The Freelancer’ has teamed up with Abundantia Entertainment for two feature film projects.
The projects are an engaging, large-scale, action-thriller tinged with a deep patriotic flavour, and an equally thrilling underdog story, inspired by true events set to introduce Indian fans to a whole new style of investigative storytelling.
Abundantia Entertainment is the producer of films like ‘Jalsa’, ‘Sherni’, ‘Ram Setu’, ‘Shakuntala Devi’, ‘Chhorii’, ‘Toilet – Ek Prem Katha’ ‘Sukhee’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Breathe: Into The Shadows’ among others.
On making his directorial feature-film debut, Bhav said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on some high-quality streaming content and have thoroughly enjoyed creating for the longer format.”
“I felt that now is the right time to make the transition to feature films. As I get ready to embark on this new journey,...
The projects are an engaging, large-scale, action-thriller tinged with a deep patriotic flavour, and an equally thrilling underdog story, inspired by true events set to introduce Indian fans to a whole new style of investigative storytelling.
Abundantia Entertainment is the producer of films like ‘Jalsa’, ‘Sherni’, ‘Ram Setu’, ‘Shakuntala Devi’, ‘Chhorii’, ‘Toilet – Ek Prem Katha’ ‘Sukhee’, ‘Airlift’, ‘Breathe’ and ‘Breathe: Into The Shadows’ among others.
On making his directorial feature-film debut, Bhav said: “I’ve been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work on some high-quality streaming content and have thoroughly enjoyed creating for the longer format.”
“I felt that now is the right time to make the transition to feature films. As I get ready to embark on this new journey,...
- 10/6/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Filmmaker Anu Menon, who is collaborating with Vidya Balan for the second time on ‘Neeyat’ this time after ‘Shakuntala Devi’ said on Wednesday she needed someone with calibre and gravitas for the role. So, she approached Vidya for the lead.Menon, along with Vidya, Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose, Dipannita Sharma, Shashank Arora, Shahana Goswami, Neeraj Kabi and Amrita Puri, were interacting with the media during a press conference in Mumbai.
When asked about collaborating with Vidya Balan for the second time, Menon said: “Why? Because when we started writing the script and started figuring out this character, it really felt like a Vidya Balan role. I am not saying she is similar to Vidya, but we wanted someone of her calibre, gravitas; someone who can actually takes us on this journey — the one you can trust.”
Menon added: “And as you know, Vidya Balan doesn’t say yes very easily,...
When asked about collaborating with Vidya Balan for the second time, Menon said: “Why? Because when we started writing the script and started figuring out this character, it really felt like a Vidya Balan role. I am not saying she is similar to Vidya, but we wanted someone of her calibre, gravitas; someone who can actually takes us on this journey — the one you can trust.”
Menon added: “And as you know, Vidya Balan doesn’t say yes very easily,...
- 7/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Prajakta Koli started her journey in the digital space and over the years has made a place for herself as one of the most prominent faces in the Indian Entertainment Industry. Apart from the multiple feathers that she dons in her hat including being the United Nations Climate Control Ambassador for India; being on the Board of Gates Foundation and running her own highly successful Youtube channel, this is Prajakta’s second venture as an actor on the big screen.
Talking about working with names such as Vidya Balan, Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose and Neeraj Kabi among many others, Prajakta says, “I have been a Vidya Balan fan since forever, and just the fact that I get to share the screen with her was magical for me. And then there was the whole cast, I mean where else would I get to chill for two months with the likes of Ram Kapoor,...
Talking about working with names such as Vidya Balan, Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose and Neeraj Kabi among many others, Prajakta says, “I have been a Vidya Balan fan since forever, and just the fact that I get to share the screen with her was magical for me. And then there was the whole cast, I mean where else would I get to chill for two months with the likes of Ram Kapoor,...
- 6/29/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Neeyat’ which stars Vidya Balan in the lead, was unveiled on Thursday. With a length of over 2 minutes and 24 seconds, the trailer paints a riveting picture of a whodunit mystery.
It begins with Ram Kapoor’s character of billionaire, Ashish Kapoor, organising a gathering at his castle in Scotland. As the celebrations go on in full swing, Ashish jumps off from the cliff leaving everyone flabbergasted. Enters Vidya Balan, a detective, Mira Rao who breaks the news to Kapoor’s guests that this one is not a suicide but a murder.
The movie also stars Rahul Bose, Neeraj Kabi, Amrita Puri, Shahana Goswami, Niki Walia, Dipannita Sharma, Shashank Arora, Prajakta Koli, Danesh Razvi, Ishika Mehra and Madhav Deval in pivotal roles.
The trailer reminds of the Daniel Craig-starrer ‘Knives Out’ with a dysfunctional family and their web of secrets acting as the central themes.
It begins with Ram Kapoor’s character of billionaire, Ashish Kapoor, organising a gathering at his castle in Scotland. As the celebrations go on in full swing, Ashish jumps off from the cliff leaving everyone flabbergasted. Enters Vidya Balan, a detective, Mira Rao who breaks the news to Kapoor’s guests that this one is not a suicide but a murder.
The movie also stars Rahul Bose, Neeraj Kabi, Amrita Puri, Shahana Goswami, Niki Walia, Dipannita Sharma, Shashank Arora, Prajakta Koli, Danesh Razvi, Ishika Mehra and Madhav Deval in pivotal roles.
The trailer reminds of the Daniel Craig-starrer ‘Knives Out’ with a dysfunctional family and their web of secrets acting as the central themes.
- 6/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, June 21 (Ians) Vidya Balan’s upcoming theatrical release, “Neeyat” dropped a short teaser, which only further fans the flames of curiosity regarding the murder mystery.
Ahead of its trailer launch on Thursday, the makers unveiled an intriguing but incredibly vague 17 second teaser which reveals next to nothing except the appearance of Vidya Balan’s character.
The teaser simply says “Suspects are arriving. Motives are forming. Get ready folks, a mystery is coming.”
In addition, the makers revealed 11 posters of the film’s key characters, giving viewers an introduction to Vidya Balan’s character, and the 10 other suspects who drive the plot forward.
While the teaser offers a small sneak peek into the enigmatic world of the murder mystery, with each poster hyping up the mystery, ultimately the teaser only ups the curiosity.
Shot as a classic murder mystery, the story follows Vidya Balan’s character detective Mira Rao, who...
Ahead of its trailer launch on Thursday, the makers unveiled an intriguing but incredibly vague 17 second teaser which reveals next to nothing except the appearance of Vidya Balan’s character.
The teaser simply says “Suspects are arriving. Motives are forming. Get ready folks, a mystery is coming.”
In addition, the makers revealed 11 posters of the film’s key characters, giving viewers an introduction to Vidya Balan’s character, and the 10 other suspects who drive the plot forward.
While the teaser offers a small sneak peek into the enigmatic world of the murder mystery, with each poster hyping up the mystery, ultimately the teaser only ups the curiosity.
Shot as a classic murder mystery, the story follows Vidya Balan’s character detective Mira Rao, who...
- 6/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Vidya Balan, the pioneering actor known for redefining terms for women in the film industry says, “No matter how successful we women are, we are bad at receiving success… It’s as if we still do not want to threaten the men.” Balan was speaking at We The Women, the flagship festival curated by award-winning journalist Barkha Dutt. Known for her impact-making films like ‘Kahaani,’ ‘Shakuntala Devi,’ ‘Tumhari Sulu,’ ‘Sherni,’ and ‘Jalsa,’ Balan, began by presenting the annual H.E.R Award, to Army officers Lt Col Anila Khatri and Major Abhilasha Barak. Later Vidya Balan was also honoured as a Woman of Impact with the same award.
Vidya Balan spoke of how growing up in a home with every possible freedom and where the emphasis was on education; it was only after becoming an actor that she started feeling the impact of stereotypes and sexism. “There was always a...
Vidya Balan spoke of how growing up in a home with every possible freedom and where the emphasis was on education; it was only after becoming an actor that she started feeling the impact of stereotypes and sexism. “There was always a...
- 3/6/2023
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Vidya Balan (“Kahaani”) and Shefali Shah (“Delhi Crime”), two of India’s finest actors, worked together for the first time in Suresh Triveni’s Amazon Prime Video India original “Jalsa.” The result is an acting masterclass.
The film is a tense social thriller where the lives of Balan’s Maya, a top journalist and Shah’s Rukhsana, Maya’s housekeeper, become inextricably linked together after a horrific incident.
Balan’s morally upright journalist wrestles with an ethical dilemma through the film. The actor initially turned down the film because she did not want to play someone who seemed morally ambiguous, but isn’t, and eventually the role’s challenges changed her decision.
“Maya is successful and she’s in a position of power and there is a certain aloofness to her demeanor,” Balan tells Variety. Balan worked on this aspect, and how the character would react in different situations, with Triveni.
The film is a tense social thriller where the lives of Balan’s Maya, a top journalist and Shah’s Rukhsana, Maya’s housekeeper, become inextricably linked together after a horrific incident.
Balan’s morally upright journalist wrestles with an ethical dilemma through the film. The actor initially turned down the film because she did not want to play someone who seemed morally ambiguous, but isn’t, and eventually the role’s challenges changed her decision.
“Maya is successful and she’s in a position of power and there is a certain aloofness to her demeanor,” Balan tells Variety. Balan worked on this aspect, and how the character would react in different situations, with Triveni.
- 3/19/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Vidya Balan has time and again challenged Bollywood stereotypes with her roles, living out her characters with power-packed performances. The actress says it was not something that she did consciously.
Ever since she made her Bollywood debut with "Parineeta" in 2005, Vidya has wowed the Hindi audience with her work in films such as "Bhool Bhulaiyaa", "No One Killed Jessica", "The Dirty Picture", "Paa", "Kahaani", "Ishqiya", "Mission Mangal", "Tumhari Sulu" and "Shakuntala Devi". She will next be seen in "Newton" maker Amit Masurkar's "Sherni", which casts her as a forest officer.
"I did not set out to break stereotypes but I think through my experiences in life, especially as an actor, I have realised I am not going to let anything come in the way of me being an actor," said Vidya, who has been feted with a National Award and a Padma Shri.
The 42-year-old actress added, "So if you tell me,...
Ever since she made her Bollywood debut with "Parineeta" in 2005, Vidya has wowed the Hindi audience with her work in films such as "Bhool Bhulaiyaa", "No One Killed Jessica", "The Dirty Picture", "Paa", "Kahaani", "Ishqiya", "Mission Mangal", "Tumhari Sulu" and "Shakuntala Devi". She will next be seen in "Newton" maker Amit Masurkar's "Sherni", which casts her as a forest officer.
"I did not set out to break stereotypes but I think through my experiences in life, especially as an actor, I have realised I am not going to let anything come in the way of me being an actor," said Vidya, who has been feted with a National Award and a Padma Shri.
The 42-year-old actress added, "So if you tell me,...
- 6/11/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
“The Lunchbox” casting director and producer Seher Aly Latif died in Mumbai on Monday of a renal failure. She was in her early 40s.
Latif was one of the most sought-after casting directors for international projects set in India or with a significant India component. Her casting director credits include “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” and its sequel “Million Dollar Arm,” as well as recent Bollywood films such as “Shakuntala Devi” and “Durgamati: The Myth.”
Latif’s credits for casting in India include “Eat Pray Love,” “Zero Dark Thirty,” “McMafia,” “Sense8,” “Furious 7” and “The Hundred-Foot Journey.”
Along with her associate Shivani Saran, Latif founded Mutant Films in 2016. The company produced Netflix film “Maska,” Netflix series “Bhaag Beanie Bhaag” and also co-produced the sports drama “Gold,” starring Akshay Kumar.
Nimrat Kaur, one of the leads of “The Lunchbox,” tweeted: “One of the kindest, most loving people Mumbai gifted my life with.
Latif was one of the most sought-after casting directors for international projects set in India or with a significant India component. Her casting director credits include “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel” and its sequel “Million Dollar Arm,” as well as recent Bollywood films such as “Shakuntala Devi” and “Durgamati: The Myth.”
Latif’s credits for casting in India include “Eat Pray Love,” “Zero Dark Thirty,” “McMafia,” “Sense8,” “Furious 7” and “The Hundred-Foot Journey.”
Along with her associate Shivani Saran, Latif founded Mutant Films in 2016. The company produced Netflix film “Maska,” Netflix series “Bhaag Beanie Bhaag” and also co-produced the sports drama “Gold,” starring Akshay Kumar.
Nimrat Kaur, one of the leads of “The Lunchbox,” tweeted: “One of the kindest, most loving people Mumbai gifted my life with.
- 6/7/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
After the captivating announcement last week, the teaser of Vidya Balan’s next - 'Sherni' was dropped today. As fans are waiting to see Vidya Balan’s performance after almost a year (last seen in Shakuntala Devi), the makers decided to share a glimpse of it much sooner than we expected.
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After collaborating on various successful ventures over the years, T-Series and Abundantia Entertainment come on board for yet another unconventional story.
Directed by Amit Masurkar of 'Newton' fame, the film will premiere on Amazon Prime Video. With Vidya Balan in the lead, 'Sherni' is a fictional story that takes us through the journey of a forest officer who strives for balance in a world of man-animal conflict. The teaser has already left the audiences even more excited for the trailer, which will release on 2nd June.
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After collaborating on various successful ventures over the years, T-Series and Abundantia Entertainment come on board for yet another unconventional story.
Directed by Amit Masurkar of 'Newton' fame, the film will premiere on Amazon Prime Video. With Vidya Balan in the lead, 'Sherni' is a fictional story that takes us through the journey of a forest officer who strives for balance in a world of man-animal conflict. The teaser has already left the audiences even more excited for the trailer, which will release on 2nd June.
- 5/31/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Amazon Prime Video today announced that the Hindi movie Sherni will globally premiere on the streaming service as a Direct-To-Stream Amazon Original Movie next month. Directed by the talented filmmaker Amit Masurkar and produced by T-Series & Abundantia Entertainment, the movie stars Vidya Balan in the lead along with a powerful ensemble cast comprising of versatile artists such as Sharad Saxena, Mukul Chaddha, Vijay Raaz, Ila Arun, Brijendra Kala and Neeraj Kabi. A riveting storyline to look-forward to, in Sherni, Vidya Balan plays the role of an upright Forest Officer who strives for balance in a world of man-animal conflict while she also seeks her true calling in a hostile environment.
Speaking about the upcoming Amazon Original Movie, Vijay Subramaniam, Director and Head, Content, Amazon Prime Video India says, “Over the years, Abundantia Entertainment and T-Series have proven to be powerhouses of storytellers with their fresh and engaging content and we...
Speaking about the upcoming Amazon Original Movie, Vijay Subramaniam, Director and Head, Content, Amazon Prime Video India says, “Over the years, Abundantia Entertainment and T-Series have proven to be powerhouses of storytellers with their fresh and engaging content and we...
- 5/18/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Amazon Prime Video today announced the global premiere of Amazon Original Hindi Movie 'Sherni' next month. Directed by the talented filmmaker Amit Masurkar and produced by T-Series & Abundantia Entertainment. 'Sherni' stars Vidya Balan in the lead along with a powerful ensemble cast comprising of versatile artists such as Sharad Saxena, Mukul Chaddha, Vijay Raaz, Ila Arun, Brijendra Kala and Neeraj Kabi. Vidya Balan plays the role of an upright Forest Officer who strives for balance in a world of man-animal conflict while she also seeks her true calling in a hostile environment.
Sharing the excitement for the same, Vikram Malhotra, Producer and CEO - Abundantia Entertainment commented, “After the successful and much-loved collaboration for ‘Shakuntala Devi’ in 2020, I am delighted to partner once again with Amazon Prime Video as we take Abundantia Entertainment’s latest film to the world.
Sherni is one of the most special and important stories that...
Sharing the excitement for the same, Vikram Malhotra, Producer and CEO - Abundantia Entertainment commented, “After the successful and much-loved collaboration for ‘Shakuntala Devi’ in 2020, I am delighted to partner once again with Amazon Prime Video as we take Abundantia Entertainment’s latest film to the world.
Sherni is one of the most special and important stories that...
- 5/17/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
We have a new film announcement! Directed by Abhishek Sharma and creatively produced by Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (Prithviraj Chauhan), Ram Setu is an action-adventure drama that brings forward a story deeply rooted in Indian cultural and historical heritage. The film carries a power-packed star-cast led by superstar Akshay Kumar and featuring Jacqueline Fernandes and Nushrratt Bharuccha.
In the highly anticipated film will see Akshay take up the unique role of an archaeologist, with the film’s director, Abhishek Sharma, expressing that the character is inspired by several Indian and international professional archaeologists who work in the field.
Actor Akshay Kumar added, “The story of Ram Setu is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country. Ram Setu is a bridge between generations past, present and future.I look...
In the highly anticipated film will see Akshay take up the unique role of an archaeologist, with the film’s director, Abhishek Sharma, expressing that the character is inspired by several Indian and international professional archaeologists who work in the field.
Actor Akshay Kumar added, “The story of Ram Setu is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country. Ram Setu is a bridge between generations past, present and future.I look...
- 3/25/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
In a first for its Indian operations, Amazon Prime Video will act as co-producer on upcoming Hindi movie Ram Setu, which will be led by superstar Akshay Kumar.
The pic is an action-adventure revolving around the mythical bridge that the god Rama is supposed to have built between ancient India and Sri Lanka in order to rescue his wife Sita from the demon god Ravana. Jacqueline Fernandes and Nushrratt Bharuccha also feature in the cast.
Abhishek Sharma (Parmanu) is directing. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (Prithviraj Chauhan) will act as creative producer, with production companies Cape of Good Films, Abundantia Entertainment, Lyca Productions teaming with Prime on the project.
The film will receive a theatrical release, with Cape of Good Films and Abundantia holding those rights, which will be followed by the global streaming bow exclusively on Amazon Prime.
Last year, Amazon made a splash with a series of high-profile acquisitions in India.
The pic is an action-adventure revolving around the mythical bridge that the god Rama is supposed to have built between ancient India and Sri Lanka in order to rescue his wife Sita from the demon god Ravana. Jacqueline Fernandes and Nushrratt Bharuccha also feature in the cast.
Abhishek Sharma (Parmanu) is directing. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (Prithviraj Chauhan) will act as creative producer, with production companies Cape of Good Films, Abundantia Entertainment, Lyca Productions teaming with Prime on the project.
The film will receive a theatrical release, with Cape of Good Films and Abundantia holding those rights, which will be followed by the global streaming bow exclusively on Amazon Prime.
Last year, Amazon made a splash with a series of high-profile acquisitions in India.
- 3/17/2021
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
In a landmark move for its India operations, Amazon Prime Video has announced its association with the upcoming Hindi movie Ram Setu as a co-producer alongside Cape of Good Films, Abundantia Entertainment and Lyca Productions. Directed by Abhishek Sharma and creatively produced by Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi (Prithviraj Chauhan), the film is an action-adventure drama that brings forward a story deeply rooted in Indian cultural and historical heritage. The film carries a power-packed star-cast led by superstar Akshay Kumar and featuring Jacqueline Fernandes and Nushrratt Bharuccha. Following its theatrical release, Ram Setu will soon be available for Prime members.
Actor Akshay Kumar added, "The story of Ram Setu is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country. Ram Setu is a bridge between generations past, present and future.I...
Actor Akshay Kumar added, "The story of Ram Setu is one that has always intrigued and inspired me: it represents strength, bravery and love, and uniquely Indian values that have formed the moral and social fabric of our great country. Ram Setu is a bridge between generations past, present and future.I...
- 3/17/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Shakuntala Devi premiered on 31st July 2020 on Amazon Prime Video streaming across 200 countries and was met with great acclaim and audiences’ love poured in abundance for this biopic of the Indian mathematics genius who was given the title of the ‘human computer’. The film starred Vidya Balan in the titular role along with Sanya Malhotra, Amit Sadh and Jisshu Sengupta.
After a highly successful collaboration with one of 2020’s most viewed and loved films, Shakuntala Devi, director Anu Menon and Abundantia Entertainment today has announced that they are coming together again for Anu Menon’s new film.
Just as Shakuntala Devi finds itself in pretty much every list of 2020’s best and most-watched films, director Anu Menon joins hands once again with Shakuntala Devi’s producer, Vikram Malhotra, for a new film currently under development. Presently in the final stages of screenplay, principal photography of the new film is expected...
After a highly successful collaboration with one of 2020’s most viewed and loved films, Shakuntala Devi, director Anu Menon and Abundantia Entertainment today has announced that they are coming together again for Anu Menon’s new film.
Just as Shakuntala Devi finds itself in pretty much every list of 2020’s best and most-watched films, director Anu Menon joins hands once again with Shakuntala Devi’s producer, Vikram Malhotra, for a new film currently under development. Presently in the final stages of screenplay, principal photography of the new film is expected...
- 12/28/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Jisshu Sengupta has had good run in Hindi films this year, with roles in Shakuntala Devi, Durgamati and Sadak 2. The actor is currently focussed on home turf of Bengali cinema. Jisshu Sengupta’s next will also mark the reunion of the successful team of 'Brahma Janen Gopon Kommoti' as 'Baba Baby O…' is also directed by Aritra Mukherjee with story and screenplay by Zinia Sen and dialogues by Samragnee Bandyopadhyay.
On the occasion of Christmas, Windows Productions announces their upcoming film 'Baba Baby O…'. Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee's Windows Productions ends 2020 on a high note with a blockbuster collaboration for two films with Jisshu Sengupta. Announcing the same, the makers reveal the title and poster of 'Baba Baby O…'
The poster features two kids and a Baba. Inclining towards a single father of two kids, the poster however puzzles everyone about the mysterious other.
Talking about the film,...
On the occasion of Christmas, Windows Productions announces their upcoming film 'Baba Baby O…'. Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee's Windows Productions ends 2020 on a high note with a blockbuster collaboration for two films with Jisshu Sengupta. Announcing the same, the makers reveal the title and poster of 'Baba Baby O…'
The poster features two kids and a Baba. Inclining towards a single father of two kids, the poster however puzzles everyone about the mysterious other.
Talking about the film,...
- 12/25/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Dec 23 (Ians) Actress Sanya Malhotra believes that teaming up with efficient co-actors improves the quality of one's work.
Since her debut in Aamir Khan's 2016 blockbuster "Dangal", Sanya has shared the screen with many reputed actors including Ayushmann Khurrana, Vidya Balan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Amit Sadh.
She particularly exuded a special on-screen bond essaying a mother-daughter relationship with Vidya Balan earlier this year, in "Shakuntala Devi".
"The best part of the film ('Shakuntala Devi') is the unique portrayal of the mother-daughter relationship that sets it apart from other conventional stories. I don't think I have ever seen such an on-screen portrayal in Bollywood. The most memorable moment for me was working with and learning from Vidya ma'am. The way she keeps the energy alive on the set is commendable. I am blessed to have had this opportunity to share the screen with her. For someone who is just a few films old,...
Since her debut in Aamir Khan's 2016 blockbuster "Dangal", Sanya has shared the screen with many reputed actors including Ayushmann Khurrana, Vidya Balan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Amit Sadh.
She particularly exuded a special on-screen bond essaying a mother-daughter relationship with Vidya Balan earlier this year, in "Shakuntala Devi".
"The best part of the film ('Shakuntala Devi') is the unique portrayal of the mother-daughter relationship that sets it apart from other conventional stories. I don't think I have ever seen such an on-screen portrayal in Bollywood. The most memorable moment for me was working with and learning from Vidya ma'am. The way she keeps the energy alive on the set is commendable. I am blessed to have had this opportunity to share the screen with her. For someone who is just a few films old,...
- 12/23/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Nov 17 (Ians) The advent of Ott has not only been a boon for fresh talent. Many senior actors are also seeing a fresh lease of life to the careers thanks to the digital domain.
Ians lists names of actors who saw a new life to their career all thanks to OTTs.
Sushmita Sen
The actress, who was last seen in the 2015 Bengali film "Nirbaak", made her acting comeback with a fierce avatar through the web series "Aarya". The show is about how her protagonist Aarya is pulled into the narcotics business when her family is threatened. The series streams on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. Sushmita now looks forward to the second season of the show.
"The response to ‘Aarya' has been overwhelmingly great. An entire team of fantastic people put this show together and we knew we were creating something magical with ‘Aarya'. However, even we could not fathom...
Ians lists names of actors who saw a new life to their career all thanks to OTTs.
Sushmita Sen
The actress, who was last seen in the 2015 Bengali film "Nirbaak", made her acting comeback with a fierce avatar through the web series "Aarya". The show is about how her protagonist Aarya is pulled into the narcotics business when her family is threatened. The series streams on Disney+ Hotstar VIP. Sushmita now looks forward to the second season of the show.
"The response to ‘Aarya' has been overwhelmingly great. An entire team of fantastic people put this show together and we knew we were creating something magical with ‘Aarya'. However, even we could not fathom...
- 11/17/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
MollywoodThe photo was taken in 2000 on the sets of ‘Chakram’, which was shelved for unknown reasons after the first schedule.Digital NativeDigital NativeNot many may be aware that Vidya Balan, before her Bollywood debut with Parineeta, was signed on to play the female lead in the Mohanlal starrer Chakram. Posting a picture with Mohanlal taken in 2000, Vidya wrote on her Instagram Stories, “Tbt 2000... The pic was taken on the set of my first Malayalam film #Chakram with @mohanlal!!! The film got shelved after the first schedule... Not looking as bad as I imagined I did!!!” The actor said in a recent media interaction that Chakram was shelved after the first schedule for unknown reasons. Parineeta, which shot her to fame, was released five years later. Vidya pointed out that soon after Chakram was shelved, she was labelled a jinxed actor and all offers, including a Tamil biggie, eluded her.
- 9/17/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Here’s some news for Mirzapur fans! A second season is coming the October 23rd on Amazon Prime. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and Mihir Desai, the series features the returning stellar ensemble cast of Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Rasika Dugal, Harshita Shekhar Gaur, Amit Sial, Anjum Sharma, Sheeba Chaddha, Manu Rishi Chadha and Rajesh Tailang.
Set in Mirzapur, the hinterland of North India, Season 1 of the crime drama had taken the audiences into a dark, complex world of guns, drugs and lawlessness. It’s relentless pace, well etched-out characters and nuanced narrative had left the fans wanting more. With Season 2, the canvas of Mirzapur gets bigger but the rules remain the same! Get ready for a journey into the stylish yet rustic world, where crime, drugs and violence rule and one needs to fight to survive.
The sequel of the show will also feature Vijay Varma,...
Set in Mirzapur, the hinterland of North India, Season 1 of the crime drama had taken the audiences into a dark, complex world of guns, drugs and lawlessness. It’s relentless pace, well etched-out characters and nuanced narrative had left the fans wanting more. With Season 2, the canvas of Mirzapur gets bigger but the rules remain the same! Get ready for a journey into the stylish yet rustic world, where crime, drugs and violence rule and one needs to fight to survive.
The sequel of the show will also feature Vijay Varma,...
- 8/28/2020
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
A trio of world premieres from bankable stars across the Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam languages forms the thrust of streamer Amazon Prime Video India’s push into the country’s lucrative Southern market. It comes at a time when cinemas remain shuttered due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Malayalam-language drama “C U Soon,” starring Fahadh Faasil (“Trance”) bows Sept. 1 on the service, while action thriller “V” headlined by Nani (S.S. Rajamouli’s “Eega”) premieres Sept. 5, and aviation biopic “Soorarai Pottru” starring Suriya (“Singam”) is scheduled for Oct. 30.
Of the giant streamers in India, Amazon was the first to seize the opportunity arising from the enforced shutdown of the theatrical business. It announced the world premieres of “Gulabo Sitabo,” starring Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana, and “Shakuntala Devi,” starring Vidya Balan as bypassing cinemas.
Rivals, Disney Plus Hotstar and Netflix followed suit with strong slates of their own, including Sushant Singh Rajput...
Malayalam-language drama “C U Soon,” starring Fahadh Faasil (“Trance”) bows Sept. 1 on the service, while action thriller “V” headlined by Nani (S.S. Rajamouli’s “Eega”) premieres Sept. 5, and aviation biopic “Soorarai Pottru” starring Suriya (“Singam”) is scheduled for Oct. 30.
Of the giant streamers in India, Amazon was the first to seize the opportunity arising from the enforced shutdown of the theatrical business. It announced the world premieres of “Gulabo Sitabo,” starring Amitabh Bachchan and Ayushmann Khurrana, and “Shakuntala Devi,” starring Vidya Balan as bypassing cinemas.
Rivals, Disney Plus Hotstar and Netflix followed suit with strong slates of their own, including Sushant Singh Rajput...
- 8/28/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Actor Jisshu Sengupta has described working with Sanjay Dutt as a learning experience, adding that he was very comfortable in his company.
Jisshu worked with Dutt on the upcoming film, "Sadak 2".
"We shot nine days of climax, and every single day was about so much learning. The ease, the pain, the childlike innocence -- I was so, so comfortable in his company. We spoke about music, about so many random things and laughed so much. He has a golden heart," Jisshu said.
With "Sadak 2", Sanjay is revisiting the world of his 1991 hit, "Sadak". The second part marks the return of Mahesh Bhatt as director after two decades. The film stars his daughters Alia and Pooja Bhatt along with Sanjay Dutt and Aditya Roy Kapur. The film will release on August 28 on Disney+ Hotstar VIP.
Jisshu was last seen in "Shakuntala Devi", which is based on the life of the late Shakuntala Devi,...
Jisshu worked with Dutt on the upcoming film, "Sadak 2".
"We shot nine days of climax, and every single day was about so much learning. The ease, the pain, the childlike innocence -- I was so, so comfortable in his company. We spoke about music, about so many random things and laughed so much. He has a golden heart," Jisshu said.
With "Sadak 2", Sanjay is revisiting the world of his 1991 hit, "Sadak". The second part marks the return of Mahesh Bhatt as director after two decades. The film stars his daughters Alia and Pooja Bhatt along with Sanjay Dutt and Aditya Roy Kapur. The film will release on August 28 on Disney+ Hotstar VIP.
Jisshu was last seen in "Shakuntala Devi", which is based on the life of the late Shakuntala Devi,...
- 8/25/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
MollywoodVayalar was a prolific writer, having penned the lyrics of over 1,300 songs for more than 240 Malayalam films.Tnm StaffA biopic will be made on the life of legendary poet and lyricist of Malayalam songs Vayalar Rama Varma. The news was announced by the late poet’s widow Bharathi Rama Varma and son Vayalar Sarath Chandra Varma in front of the Vayalar Memorial Museum at his old home Raghavaparambu in Cherthala. The film will be directed by Pramod Payyanur, who has earlier directed the Mammootty starrer Balyakalasakhi, based on a story by renowned writer Basheer. Pramod, who is now the secretary of the government’s Bharat Bhavan, will also write the script of the film. He has done programmes on the life of the poet for various media in the past. The biopic will capture three time periods – the life of Vayalar Rama Varma, the golden age of Malayalam cinema and the Punnapra Vayalar Uprising.
- 8/18/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
OTTMost of the south films that released on Ott platforms directly have received a lukewarm response from viewers, who are spoilt for choice. Sowmya RajendranWhen producers announced that they were going to skip theatrical release and go in for direct Ott streaming, theatre owners were up in arms about the decision. They were unhappy that films that could draw in crowds once the lockdown ended were bypassing them. However, four months since the closure of theatres, most of the films that released on Ott platforms have received a lukewarm response from viewers. The first south Indian film, not counting the offbeat indie film Sethum Aayiram Pon, to have a direct Ott release in this period was the long delayed Rk Nagar in Tamil. The film came out briefly on Netflix in December last year but was removed. It quietly re-released on April 29. However, the insipid comedy with Vaibhav in the...
- 8/6/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Entertainment Both Danish Sait and Vidya recently released their films ‘French Biriyani’ and ‘Shakuntala Devi’ respectively on Amazon Prime Video.Tnm StaffScreenshotFormer Rj, actor and comic Danish Sait has made quite a name for himself with his short lockdown videos in which he plays a myriad of characters who interact with each other and talk about various developments like the lockdown, Pm Modi’s address, and so on. Recently a movie he has starred in called French Biriyani also released on Amazon Prime Video (Apv). In a video released by Apv on YouTube, Danish is seen interacting with actor Vidya Balan, whose film Shakuntala Devi also recently released on the platform. In a hilarious interaction, Vidya and Danish – who brings out several characters famous from his short videos – discuss Shakuntala Devi, maths, and more. The duo initially talk about their films and then Vidya reveals that she and her husband,...
- 8/6/2020
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
BollywoodVidya Balan as Shakuntala Devi does a great job portraying a woman who is unabashed about what she wants, no matter how socially ‘imperfect’ it makes her look.Geetika MantriAt some point in our lives, many of us have decided that we are never going to turn into our parents, that we will do things differently. But growing up, a lot of their actions can start to make sense. We may break some cycles, but we often end up becoming more like our parents in others. It’s a strange pattern; one that repeats more often than not, and which perhaps prompts parents to tell their children – you will know what it’s like when you have children of your own. Shakuntala Devi, the late mathematician and Guinness record holder, was known as the “human computer” world-over for her ability to solve complex arithmetic in seconds. You will find a...
- 7/31/2020
- by Nikhita Venugopal
- The News Minute
Interview Nayanika speaks to Tnm on how Shakuntala Devi’s story impacted her, and how it remains relevant even today.Geetika MantriThe Vidya Balan-starrer Shakuntala Devi is easily one of the most anticipated films at the moment. And what sets the Anu Menon directorial apart – by the looks of the trailer – is that we’ll meet the Bengaluru-born mathematical genius not just for her arithmetic prowess, but also through the lens of her aspirations and relationships. The film promises a deeper look, especially into her relationship with her daughter, Anupama Banerji, whose role is being played by Sanya Malhotra. Tnm interviewed Nayanika Mahtani, co-writer of the film, and one among many women of the crew, on what we can expect from Shakuntala Devi, how the story impacted her, and how it may affect the people who watch it. Here are edited excerpts. How did your association with the film Shakuntala Devi happen?...
- 7/24/2020
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
Trailer ‘Shakuntala Devi’ will also focus on the mother-daughter conflict between Shakuntala and her child, Anupama.Tnm StaffThe trailer for the much-awaited film Shakuntala Devi released on Wednesday. Starring Vidya Balan and directed by Anu Menon, the film looks at the life of Shakuntala Devi, the renowned mathematician also known as the ‘human computer’. The trailer reveals that the film will trace Shakuntala’s childhood, her prowess in mathematics and how she comes to be known world over for it. Vidya Balan performs in a retro avatar, except she has swapped the big ‘80s hairdos for sarees and two long plaits for a good portion of the film. She is seen sporting headscarves and hair bands associated with the time period though. Interestingly, the film will also focus on Shakuntala’s relationship with her daughter Anupama, whose character is being played by Sanya Malhotra of Bhadhaai Ho fame. The trailer...
- 7/15/2020
- by Geetika
- The News Minute
The global premiere of the eagerly awaited Hindi film, Shakuntala Devi is all set to happen at the end of this month exclusively on Amazon Prime.
Directed by Anu Menon and produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra of Abundantia Entertainment, the biographical drama stars National Award winning actress Vidya Balan in the lead, essaying the role of the globally renowned Indian mathematics genius, who was popularly known as the ‘human computer’.
Shakuntala Devi also stars Sanya Malhotra, who will be seen playing the role of Shakuntala Devi’s daughter with whom the genius enjoyed a complicated but extraordinary relationship, alongside Jisshu Sengupta (Mardaani 2) and Amit Sadh in pivotal roles.
The screenplay is written by Anu Menon and Nayanika Mahtani, while the dialogues are penned by Ishita Moitra.
Check out the announcement video!
Prime members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide can watch the endearing story...
Directed by Anu Menon and produced by Sony Pictures Networks Productions and Vikram Malhotra of Abundantia Entertainment, the biographical drama stars National Award winning actress Vidya Balan in the lead, essaying the role of the globally renowned Indian mathematics genius, who was popularly known as the ‘human computer’.
Shakuntala Devi also stars Sanya Malhotra, who will be seen playing the role of Shakuntala Devi’s daughter with whom the genius enjoyed a complicated but extraordinary relationship, alongside Jisshu Sengupta (Mardaani 2) and Amit Sadh in pivotal roles.
The screenplay is written by Anu Menon and Nayanika Mahtani, while the dialogues are penned by Ishita Moitra.
Check out the announcement video!
Prime members in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide can watch the endearing story...
- 7/6/2020
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Indian cinemas are shuttered, production continues to be at a standstill and the country remains in lockdown until at least May 31 due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Unsurprisingly, consumption of television and streaming services has surged during this period. But digital may not be an existential threat to the film business.
India remains the most prolific film-producing country in the world, with an insatiable appetite for cinema, Hindi-language Bollywood, and regional. The 2018-19 financial year alone saw 2,446 films in 49 languages certified in the country.
According to the Ernst & Young annual report on India’s media and entertainment sector, theatrical business for 2019 was valued at $2.5 billion, making it fourth in the overall pecking order behind television’s $10.4 billion, print’s $3.9 billion and digital’s $2.9 billion. Cinema screen numbers have shrunk over the years to 9,600 for a population of 1.3 billion, and producers of several films, led by comedy “Gulabo Sitabo,” starring...
India remains the most prolific film-producing country in the world, with an insatiable appetite for cinema, Hindi-language Bollywood, and regional. The 2018-19 financial year alone saw 2,446 films in 49 languages certified in the country.
According to the Ernst & Young annual report on India’s media and entertainment sector, theatrical business for 2019 was valued at $2.5 billion, making it fourth in the overall pecking order behind television’s $10.4 billion, print’s $3.9 billion and digital’s $2.9 billion. Cinema screen numbers have shrunk over the years to 9,600 for a population of 1.3 billion, and producers of several films, led by comedy “Gulabo Sitabo,” starring...
- 5/21/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
While Indian cinemas remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, Sony Pictures Networks and Phantom Films’ “Ghoomketu” will become one of the first Bollywood films to release directly on an Ott platform when it begins streaming from May 22 on Zee5.
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (“Sacred Games”) features as a bumbling cop in “Ghoomketu,” a Hindi-language satire starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui (“Manto”) as an aspiring Bollywood screenwriter. Several top Bollywood actors including Amitabh Bachchan (“Badla”), Ranveer Singh (“Gully Boy”), Sonakshi Sinha (“Mission Mangal”), Chitrangada Singh (“Baazaar”) and Lauren Gottlieb (“Abcd”) play themselves in cameos, as does filmmaker Nikkhil Advani (“Batla House”).
Pushpendra Nath Mishra, who wrote and directed 2020 Netflix series “Taj Mahal 1989”, directs.
Kashyap said: “Every film is a labour of love and I saw the conviction in the director of “Ghoomketu” and hence decided to do something which is my least favourite thing to do, which is act.”
Despite his reluctance,...
Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (“Sacred Games”) features as a bumbling cop in “Ghoomketu,” a Hindi-language satire starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui (“Manto”) as an aspiring Bollywood screenwriter. Several top Bollywood actors including Amitabh Bachchan (“Badla”), Ranveer Singh (“Gully Boy”), Sonakshi Sinha (“Mission Mangal”), Chitrangada Singh (“Baazaar”) and Lauren Gottlieb (“Abcd”) play themselves in cameos, as does filmmaker Nikkhil Advani (“Batla House”).
Pushpendra Nath Mishra, who wrote and directed 2020 Netflix series “Taj Mahal 1989”, directs.
Kashyap said: “Every film is a labour of love and I saw the conviction in the director of “Ghoomketu” and hence decided to do something which is my least favourite thing to do, which is act.”
Despite his reluctance,...
- 5/20/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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