‘I Love Dubai’

Adult Star Shanti Dynamite and actor Ajaz Khan unveils the first look of the movie ‘I Love Dubai’

Adult star Shanti Dynamite, director Ikram Akhtar and actor Ajaz Khan unveils the first look of their movie ‘I LOVE DUBAI.’ The movie is produced by Sanjay under the Wow Filmwaale banner.

Ikram Akhtar is doing his first directorial debut with the movie ‘I LOVE DUBAI’ who is the writer of many bollywood blockbusters like Ready, Thank You, No Problem, Chal Mere Bhai, etc.

The story is about young, sexy, crazy, insane, smart and cool group of 9 girls and 8 boys who got selected for DIDC (Dubai International Drama Contest) by their college to perform the college’s act in Dubai, and when they reach Dubai, they find opportunities, freedom, night-life, charm, fun and love. Everything was going perfect but one day comes which changes their life…! They get all they ever wanted in the land of opportunities ‘Dubai’.

The cast of the movie includes adult star Shanti Dynamite, Ajaz Khan, Ranjeev Bugga, etc.

The movie is scheduled to go on floor from October onwards.

Manav’s Monkey Mania in Baal Veer

Manav’s Monkey Mania in Baal Veer

Baal Veer is a fantastical TV show where superhero - Baal Veer takes all of its viewers on an adventurous trip to Parilok. Baal Veer is the savior of Parilok and children protecting them from the evil intentions of evil Paris and denizens of the dark. Baal Veer and his set of friends counter evil and negative intentions of evil forces and uphold natural justice and order of the system.

In the ongoing track, the wish fulfilling tree – Kalpavriksha needs to be found by the fairies and destroyed before any chaos ensues. Unaware of the tree’s prowess, friends of Baal Veer have landed themselves in trouble by wishing for a weird request unknowingly and transforming Manav played by Rudra Soni into a monkey. On the sets of Baal Veer, the transformation of Rudra into a monkey was truly detailed and spectacular. His look was accentuated to the heights of perfection which made it difficult to know who the monkey character was. Some visitors on the set clicked selfies and photos with Rudra due to his unique monkey look.

Will Baal Veer’s magic prove effective in retrieving Manav back into his human form?

To find out tune in to Baal Veer as the epic battle between good and evil unfolds from Monday to Friday at 8 pm only on SAB TV!

'Sin City 2'

Upcoming movie 'Sin City 2: A Dame to Kill For' based on Frank Miller's epic graphic novels. Co-directed by Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller, the movie boasts of a star-studded star cast including Jessica Alba, Eva Green, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Josh Brolin, Lady Gaga, Bruce Willis among others. MVP Entertainment India is set to release the movie in Indian theaters in 3D.
Synopsis: The co-directors Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller reunite to bring Miller's visually stunning Sin City graphic novels back to the screen in Sin City: A Dame to Kill For. Weaving together two of Miller's classic stories with original tales written especially for the sequel, the town's most hard boiled citizens cross paths with some of its more notorious inhabitants. We see Dwight McCarthy (Josh Brolin) struggle as he is wrapped up in the thralls of femme fatale, Ava (Eva Green) and Johnny (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), a cocky gambler; disguise a darker mission to destroy the biggest villain in Sin City, Senator Roark (Powers Boothe) at his own game. In the vicinity, Marv (Mickey Rourke) regains consciousness on a highway overlooking the Projects, surrounded by several dead young men, and is determined to remember how he got there while exotic dancer Nancy Callahan (Jessica Alba) struggling to cope with John Hartigan's (Bruce Willis) selfless suicide, goes insane and no longer a damsel in distress, the now black-haired and scarred Nancy is out for blood.

Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani watch Mardaani.

YRF’s Mardaani has opened to a fantastic reaction from one and all. Rani has been inundated with calls. Rani has been flooded with calls where a lot of people have been inquiring and expressing their wish to watch the film.

Among them are also Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani who were extremely keen to watch the film.

The subject as well as the promos of the film generated a lot of interest among them to watch the film.

There was a special screening of the film for them on Saturday and they had a lot of positive things to say about the film.

The film has been snowballing even at the box office, growing by positive word of mouth.

Rani is personally elated with all the feedback. She is glad that the film is making a connect with people and hopeful that it will make a difference.

'Mehrooni'

Royal Stag Large Short Films presents 'Mehrooni', a short film by Faraz Ali

Royal Stag Large Short Films will be releasing “Mehrooni”, starring Sharib Hashmi and  Kristine Zedek, in the 1st week of September.  For the lovers of the short movies, LSF platform had decided to re-release the film on their platform.

Royal stag Large Short Films(LSF) is a unique platform which gives  movie lovers a distinct experience in the form of watching his favorite director’s cut from a hub of Indian short films created by the Brand. This exclusive entrance came into existence in the year 2012 and gives the audience the window to enjoy short films made by large acclaimed directors. It also gives budding film makers a platform to showcase their short films with large ideas. It is a vehicle to submit Indian short film makers to the international festival circuit.

Directors like Anurag Kashyap , Sudhir Mishra, Chakri Toleti and Samar Khan have already been roped in to make short films of their own for this platform. This was done so that the aspiring filmmakers get inspiration and are able to showcase their films on the same platform as these established filmmakers. The brand became even larger, when they released their feature film 'The Last Act' which gave 12 aspiring Directors their feature debut. This project from the date of its inception was called project 12.12.12 by the brand. 12 aspiring directors, from 12 different cities of India, made this film together and the film released on December 12th 2012!

“Mehrooni,” written and directed by Faraz Ali, is the story of a maroon sweater which is knitted in Mumbai and it grows in Mumbai. It’s becomes the symbol of an unexceptional couple’s journey, struggling to keep their love alive, and survive life in the modern world. The song is sung by Rekha Bhardwaj, her melodious voice is crooning in the background,  Music by Arijit Datta,  Cinematographer - Neeraj Tewari, Editor- J.D & Rahul Bajaj and Produced by - Abbas Syed & Imtiyaz Shaikh.

On the occasion actor Sharib Hashmi, says, “Mehrooni has been widely appreciated on the social media and I feel proud to be a part of such a beautiful short film. People have stopped me on the road and have asked me "you have done a good job in that train wala movie". I will cherish 'Mehrooni' all my life. And I am really excited now that LSF is re-releasing Mehrooni. The more it reaches the people the more excited I will be.” Mehrooni portrays Simple Love in a Busy World, which still exists but we don’t see it.

In just three years Large Short Films has over 5.10+ Followers on their FB page. Their short films 'Kirchiyaan' directed by Sudhir Mishra, 'Waisi Waali Khushi' directed by Samar Khan, 'That Day After Everyday' directed by Anurag Kashyap, 'Khamoshiyan' directed by Abhijit Das garnered massive views and likes from the audience. LSF now presents 'Mehrooni'

Creature 3D promotional song

Creature 3D promotional song shot by Surveen Chawla and Rajniesh Duggal.

The promotions of Vikram Bhatt's Creature 3D, starring Bipasha Basu and Pakistani actor Imran Abbas Naqvi, is in full swing and the makers have shot a new promotional track for the film as a new Marketing strategy. The track ' Saavan aaya hai' is a passionate number and was shot in Mumbai in two days with Rajniesh Duggall and Surveen Chawla.

A source close to the film says,' Rajniesh and Surveen have recently shot for a promotional video for Creature 3D. The song is a passionate track and has been voiced by Arko and Arijit Singh. Rajniesh, who has worked with Vikram in films like 1920, Phhir and Dangerous Ishhq, did this promotional video without asking any questions. Vikram just requested him to shoot for the video and he immediately agreed. And he hasn't charged absolutely nothing for the track.'

The source further adds,' Rajniesh, who is quite shy in real life, had to do a passionate scene with Surveen. Surveen, who was last seen in Hate Story 2, is quite bold and confident in front of the camera, thanks to the exposure she had in the film. She was quite capable of pulling off an intimate scene, but Rajniesh on the other hand was quite shy. Usually, it is always the male actors who have to pacify their female co- stars during intimate scenes. But this time, it was the other way round as Surveen made Rajniesh comfortable. But considering the professional that he is, after a couple of takes Rajniesh was quite comfortable during the entire sequence.'

The track has turned out exactly as envisioned. Rajniesh and Surveen were quite comfortable with each other and their chemistry has come out very well on screen.

Creature 3D, starring Bipasha Basu and Imran Abbas, directed by Vikram Bhatt, produced under the banner of T-series, is slated for 12^th September 2014 release.

Deepika Padukone is not in the price rack race

Deepika Padukone is currently the highest paid actress in Bollywood. With five back-to-back hits to her credit, she is having a dream run at the box office.

She is raking in the big bucks, but all this is only the byproduct of the fact that she is an excellent actress and brilliant performer.

Deepika personally is not in the price rack race. She does not take movie decisions based on monetary gains.

Her sheer priority is good scripts that helps her push the envelop as an actor. She only takes up roles that excite her and challenge her to do even better.

Deepika’s performance in her recent films has been outstanding due to which she has been receiving excellent film offers.

She gives her work hundred percent and her hard work reflects in all the work she does.

SURVEEN CHAWLA DENIES THE REPORTS OF TURNING INTO PRODUCER.

There have been reports that Surveen Chawla is all set to turn producer, the reality is that she has no intentions of turning into producer any time soon.

According to reports, Surveen was planning on producing a Bollywood film called Nil, directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, who is wife of director Nitesh Tiwari, who recently directed the Bhoothnath Returns.

When asked Surveen about the reports she denies them, she says,' I am not turning a producer. I am only focussed on my acting career. My Bollywood journey has just begun and I have no time or the mental space to venture into anything else. Hold your horses, guys. If and when I do attempt on doing so, I will be more than happy to break the news myself.' 

Life Of Crime.releasing on 5th september

5th Jagran Film Festival

The Finale of 5th Jagran Film Festival to be held in Mumbai

 ~5^th Jagran Film Festival to be held in Mumbai from 22^nd to 28^th September, 2014~

India’s only travelling film festival; Jagran Film Festival will now reach its concluding stage after travelling across 15 cities in India. The festival will reach its last leg and conclude in Mumbai from 22^nd September, 2014 to 28^th September, 2014 at PVR Cinemas, Andheri and PVR Cinemas, Juhu.

The festival presents an exciting line up of films in diverse genres from every corner of the world. The festival will feature films under several sections: Cinema of the Uprising, International Competition, Indian Showcase and Country Focus (Cyprus). The Indian Showcase and the International Short Film Competition have 25 entries each from over 35 countries jointly. The jury members will

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 meet during the festival and the results will be announced in Mumbai in the presence of a star-studded audience.

Under the section “Cinema of the Uprising” the festival seeks to bring alive the strife and struggles of human beings, social groups and the human race in general which rose against oppression and torture, taming of the human spirit, freedom, liberty and other human values. This special section brings together seven features, four international and three Indian, dedicated to the fight to free human lives and minds. Movies one should not miss at Jagran Film Festival are Do beegha zameen, Bandini, Oscar nominated film: Outside the law, Barbarians, A patriotic man and Break loose.

Under the category Country Focus, an eclectic mix of Cyprus Cinema will be screened for the audience. Apart from this, Thirteen International films across the world will make their Asian debut at the 5^th Jagran Film Festival, Mumbai.

The Jagran Film Festival has been synonymous with broadened imagination and empowerment. Apart from showcasing films from Indian and international cinema, an integral part of the festival are the Master Class and Workshops where eminent filmmakers and film personalities take you through the journey of filmmaking.

Conceptualized to bring world-class cinema to its intended audience, Jagran Film Festival, Mumbai 2014 will be bigger and better. At the festival, film lovers spread across the length and breadth of India would get an opportunity to enjoy a good mix of feature, short and documentary films, along with student films.

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene is Releasing on 9th January 2015

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene produced by Akhilesh Jain and directed by Gurmeet Singh starring Zayed Khan, Tina Desai, Ranvijay Singh.

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene’, a comic thriller and they recently shot a song titled ‘Selfiyaan’, which shot at a studio in Goregaon east recently. Choreographed by Ganesh Hegde, ‘Selfiyan’.  Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene is now slated to release on January 9, 2015.

Rannvijay's love making scene in 3 AM

In the upcoming horror flick 3 AM, Rannvijay Singh has an explicit love making scene opposite Anindita Nayar.

It is a very intense scene and Rannvijay was extremely nervous about it.

Since he had to bare his body for the scene, he ensured that he looks flawless. In fact, he trained for 3 months especially for the scene to get the perfect body.

He went on a rigorous workout schedule involving cardio and weight training. He also went on a rigid diet to sculpt his body.

Rannvijay worked really hard and his hard work has paid off. Rannvijay has set the screen on fire with the sizzling love making scene.

The spine chilling movie also stars Salil Acharya and Kavin Dave.

Produced by Handprint Pictures and Essel Vision Productions Ltd., it is slated for release on September 26th. 

16th MUMBAI FILM FESTIVAL

CAMPAIGN FOR 16^th MUMBAI FILM FESTIVAL GAINS MOMENTUM

 RAISES 1.5 CRORES IN TWO DAYS

Cinestaan Film Company, promoted by Anand Mahindra and Rohit Khattar, angel producer Manish Mundra and industry stalwarts Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Rajkumar Hirani step in with their support

Mumbai, September 1, 2014: Since the news report of the annual Mumbai Film Festivals’ prospectively being called off, the viral campaign to save the festival started on social media has gained tremendous momentum.

The Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI) that organizes the annual Mumbai film festival, has found supporters inCinestaan Film Company, promoted by Anand Mahindra and Rohit Khattar who have committed Rs.60 Lakhs.

 “Anand (Mahindra) & I believe that a Festival as important as this should not belong to one Sponsor or Studio. As the youngest Film Studio, we would appeal to the larger Studios, Production Houses and, in fact, to all film lovers in Mumbai to take joint ownership. This is OUR Festival and even the smallest contribution would help fulfill our mission. The Mumbai Film Festival has become an integral part of our cinema heritage and as an industry we need to come together to raise it to new heights and nurture it together. "Said Rohit Khattar, Chairman, Cinestaan Film Company,

The industry at large has pledged their support in ensuring the 16^th edition of the Mumbai Film Festival will yet again be marked on the regions cultural and festival calendar.

Well known producer-directors Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Rajkumar Hirani, producers Manish Mundra, Vivek Kajaria and Nilesh Navlakha, director Hansal Mehta and noted author and critic Anupama Chopra amongst numerous others have turned guardian angels for the festival.

Since the campaign’s commencement on Social Media on Saturday, the campaign #pledge4MAMI has raised close to Rupees 1.5 crore of the 5 crore budget from the mentioned industry professionals.

Speaking on these developments, festival director, Mr. Srinivasan Narayan said, “I am extremely happy and humbled with the response that we have been getting from the film industry and film lovers in the city at large. We are delighted and grateful to Cinestaan Film Company, Anand Mahindra, Rohit Khattar and Manish Mundra for their generous contribution. Also we are extremely thankful to Vidhu Vinod Chopra, Anupama Chopra, Vivek Kajaria and others for ensuring that the festival rises like a Phoenix. Today for the first time ever it truly feels that the Mumbai Film Festival belongs to the patrons and lovers of the festival. I thank each and every one of those who strive to ensure that the festival continues to present the best of World cinema to our Indian audiences”

To contribute, please visit http://www.mumbaifilmfest.org/pledge . To contribute via cheque, please write todirector@mumbaifilmfest.com. The cheque will be collected by a festival representative. All donations to Mumbai Film Festival is covered under the 80G of the income tax act.

About Mumbai Film Festival:

The Mumbai Film Festival is organized by Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI) - a Trust comprised of Indian film industry stalwarts, was founded in 1997 by late filmmaker Shri Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Noted filmmaker Shri Shyam Benegal heads the body that consists of film directors including: Veteran film maker Ramesh Sippy, Director Sudhir Mishra, young directors Karan Johar, Anurag Kashyap, Umesh Kulkarni, Kiran Rao, Vikramaditya Motwane and Farhan Akhtar, publisher Navin Berry and producer-director-lyricist Amit Khanna.

Sidharth Malhotra does not believe in steroids

Sidharth doesn't believe in steroids and had to work harder to put 8 KGS of muscle weight for Warrior.

Basking in the success of Ek Villian, Sidharth has already started training full fledged for his next film titled Warrior.

The actor gained about 8 kgs and has beefed up to get into the skin of his character.

The film goes on floors in September so he only had a couple of weeks for gaining weight and prep.

Sidharth plays the role of a mixed martial arts fighter and he has to put on muscle weight for his role.

Sidharth works out dedicatedly and has been pumping iron. Simultaneously he is on a very rich protein diet and he has to eat every hour and maintain an elaborate diet chart.

While Sidharth has always been a fitness enthusiast he is yet getting to learn a great deal while adhering to this regime.

Besides diet he does a lot of weight lifting in order to get the right physique and has also been training in martial arts to get his movements correct.

Sidharth has a well-built and toned body. He is excited to be playing a warrior and is doing everything he can to play the part perfectly.

Delhi Girls in B' Town

Delhi is known for producing many talented actresses who have not come from the film industry. These are a few of the young actresses who have entered in the film industry and made a mark with their work.  These beautiful ladies have established themselves all by themselves with their own hard work, without any backing or family in Bollywood.

Huma Qureshi created a bang in the film industry in a very short span of time and has received critical appreciation for her roles. The actress debuted in Gangs of Wasseypur and the glamours girl with the shades became one of the talking points of the film and garnered a lot of appreciation. Post her successful debut she worked on some of the much talked about films Ek Thi Daayan, D Day and Dedh Ishqiya. Currently she is working on a thriller film Badlapur directed by Sriram Raghavan alongside Varun Dhawan.

Glamorous Esha Gupta has captivated the audience with her charm. The dusky beauty made her charming debut in Emraan Hashmi starrer Jannat 2. She is currently celebrating the release of her film Humshakal.

Chitrangada Singh has got wide acclaim for her roles from critics as well as fans. The actress made her debut in Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi which was acclaimed critically.

The gorgeous Kriti Sanon shot to fame with her commercially successful debut Heropanti. The film became a super success from day 1.

While Chitrangada’s father is an ex army officer and Esha’s father is a retired air-force officer. Huma’s father is a famous restaurant owner and Kriti’s father is a chartered accountant. These actresses have struggled to reach where they are today and they deserve every bit of appreciation, success and fame they have received.

Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami Team salutes the Pro Kabaddi League.

Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami Team gives a grand salute to the Pro Kabaddi League.

Going by the title of the film the team come together to give Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami to the first installment of the league.

The league which is first in itself has a lot

The league kick started with Salman Khan starrer Kick, then had Ajay Devgan’s Singham, Priyanka Chopra’s Mary Kom and it ends with Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami.

Other than the big films Kick, Singham, Mary Kom, Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami is the only small film which has been able to merge with the sport.

Anupam Kher who will be seen playing the pivotal role in Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami shot for the promo for the league which went on air.

It is a big coup for a production house to promote their first film at the national level. The entire team was present at the finale to cheer the teams.

The film stars Anupam Kher, Neha Dhupia, Divyendu Sharma, Manu Rishi, Aditi Sharma and Rajesh Sharma.

Directed by Ravindra Gautam, the film is a satire infused real entertainment is a story about a common man and his relationship with his sons.

Produced by Abhinav Shukla the film is set to release on 10th October 2014.

Shraddha Kapoor kickstarts the shoot for ABCD 2.

After the back to back success of Aashiqui 2 and EK Villain, Shraddha Kapoor kickstarts the shoot for ABCD 2.

The shoot began on 31 st August 2014 and Shraddha was spotted outside Remo D'souza's studio with her co-star Vraun Dhawan.

Shraddha had been busy with the prep of the film for almost a month. She was learning various dance forms and was also following a strict high protein diet in order to build muscle.

Katiyabaaz goes tax free in UP

Katiybaaz is a film about electricity theft and portrays various facets of how the life of many people get affected by electricity or the lack of it.

The film was recently watched by the Akhilesh Yadav,  CM of UP and he declared it tax free in the state

He was high on praise for the film and even tweeted about it.

Katiyabaaz is a story based out of Kanpur but has a universal appeal.

Even though the film deals with a grim subject it has a humour element ingrained and is very well shot

In India documentaries so not get a theatrical launch and Katiyabaaz becoming tax free is a huge.

The makers, Dipti Kakkar and Fahad are euphoric with this development.

Katiyabaaz previously has been screened at various film festival and has won accolades applause from all quaters

With the film now going tax free it will ensure a lot more people will watch it.

Mary Kom declared tax-free !

Viacom18 Motion Pictures & Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Mary Kom starring National Award winner Priyanka Chopra as she essays the role of a lifetime as the 5-time world champion and olympic medalist, Mary Kom has been declared tax-free.

The film has been in the spotlight ever since the first-look was launched.The trailer too received an overwhelming response from the industry and the general public. With a current viewership of over 4.3 million views and still counting,making it one of the most successful trailers of all time.

If that wasn't all, the few who have seen glimpses of the film have been all praise for it ever since.

Commenting on the development, Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures Said “Mary Kom celebrates a national hero, who as we speak is still competing to bring laurels to the country. We are grateful to the Revenue Minister BalaSaheb Thorat and government of state of Maharashtra for lending their support to the film. This exemption right from release day will allow large segments of society to experience the spirit of Magnificent Mary.”

Confirming the news says producer Sanjay Leela Bhansali's spokesperson, "Yes,Mary Kom has been declared tax-free by the government. The biopic is a tribute to the Indian icon,Mary Kom's life and hence the tax free status will encourage audiences to recognize and support the spirit of the film".

Priyanka says, "It's wonderful news. We have a compelling story to tell of a strong, determined woman who has done the nation proud. We can only hope that this will provide an impetus for more people to come to watch this story and be inspired. It's our tribute to all the unsung sportspeople who give so much to see the Indian flag flying high. If this can act as a catalyst of hope for them, then it's something we can all be proud of."

Most champions make their name, but she made history. Based on the true story of Mary Kom, this biopic reflects the journey of a woman boxer who gave up her sporting career when it was at its peak to embrace the joy of motherhood. But eventually, the world forgot Boxer Mary Kom but Mary Kom never forgot her passion for boxing. After giving birth to 2 beautiful children, she made her comeback in the ring and went on to become both a stronger woman and a stronger boxer.

Sonali Cable launched its first song Ganu Rocks

Sonali Cable makers launched their first song called 'Ganu Rocks' on the eve of Ganesh Chaturthi, to co incide it with the festival and welcome the Lord Ganesha, with their new foot-tapping number.

The song is sung by Vishal Dadlani, featuring on Rhea Chakraborty, Ali Fazal and Raghav Juyal.

Sonali Cable, starring Rhea Chakraborty, Ali Fazal, Anupam Kher,  Raghav Juyal, Swanand Kirkire and Smita Jaykar,  written and directed by Charudutt Acharya, produced by Ramesh Sippy, Rohan Sippy, Roopa de Choudhury and Kamia Mulhotra under the banner of Ramesh Sippy Entertainment in association with BombayMania Production Pvt. Ltd. and is a PVR Pictures release.

The other credits on the film includes Cinematographer - Sudheer Palsane, Music - Mike Mcleary, Ankit Tiwari, Falak. Background score - Danny-John, Choreographer-  Swarup and Himanshu, Editor - Arif Sheikh,Action Director – Amar Shetty, Production Designer – Saini Johray.

Sonali Cable is slated for 10th October 2014 release.

Ganu Rocks song youtube link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnZiDVxsAoo&hd=1