Singham Returns bags a staggering Rs. 92.47 Crores in just 4 days!!

The mighty Independence Day offering from the blockbuster duo Ajay Devgn- Rohit Shetty, 'Singham Returns' has thunderously roared at the Box Office!

The action drama which opened to an bumper figure of Rs. 32.09 Crore on Day 1 making it Bollywood’s highest opener ever and collecting Rs. 77.69 Crores in the weekend. The film has successfully bagged a staggering figure of Rs. 14.78 Crores on Day 4- Monday taking the collections of the film to Rs. 92.47 Crores in just 4 days!!

One of the most talked about films this year, Singham Returns has won critical as well as audience acclaim who have been queuing up to catch the movies at the cinema. Singham Returns has already crossed Rs 50 Crore collection in just 2 days, which makes it one of the fastest films to achieve this feat. 

The Independence Day release has given the country a movie touched with patriotic and national flavor and highlighting the life of its civilians, a perfect family outing at the cinema celebrating 68 years of freedom!

Rohit Shetty has always entertained us with his films and he is back again taking the franchise several notches higher in every aspect of film making!

Well, the verdict is out!! A gripping story, high octane action, power packed performances by the cinema icons of the country and foot tapping music complemented with memorably cult dialogues, Singham Returns is the film to watch… Book your tickets now!!

Singham Returns is produced by Ajay Devgn Ffilms, Rohit Shetty Productions and Reliance Entertainment.

Total Collection Break Up: Day 4

Sr. No	City	Day 3
1	Mumbai	6.95 Crore
2	Delhi	2.57 Crore
3	Punjab	1.18 Crore
4	Mysore	0.27 Crore
5	West Bengal	0.27 Crore
6	Rajasthan	0.74 Crore
7	Nizam	0.57 Crore
8	TNK	0.10 Crore
9	CP	0.90 Crore
10	CI	0.61 Crore
11	Bihar	0.35 Crore
12	Assam	0.8 Crore
13	Orrisa	0.10 Crore
14	Nepal	0.7 Crore
	TOTAL	14.78 Crore

Total Collection Break Up: Day 3

Sr. No	City	Day 3
1	Mumbai	10.35 Crore
2	Delhi	3.81 Crore
3	Punjab	2 Crore
4	Mysore	0.85 Crore
5	West Bengal	0.75 Crore
6	Rajasthan	1.58 Crore
7	Nizam	1.21 Crore
8	TNK	0.20 Crore
9	CP	1.59 Crore
10	CI	1 Crore
11	Bihar	0.58 Crore
12	Assam	0.21 Crore
13	Orrisa	0.24 Crore
14	Nepal	0.18 Crore
	TOTAL	24.55 Crore

Total Collection Break Up: Day 2

Sr. No	City	Day 2
1	Mumbai	8.85 Crore
2	Delhi	3.67 Crore
3	Punjab	1.67 Crore
4	Mysore	0.69 Crore
5	West Bengal	0.60 Crore
6	Rajasthan	1.32 Crore
7	Nizam	1.07 Crore
8	TNK	0.14 Crore
9	CP	1.27 Crore
10	CI	0.80 Crore
11	Bihar	0.48 Crore
12	Assam	0.14 Crore
13	Orrisa	0.21 Crore
14	Nepal	0.15 Crore
	TOTAL	21.05 Crore

Total Collection Break Up: Day1 

Sr. No	City	Collection
1	Mumbai	12.15 Crore
2	Delhi	5.81 Crore
3	Punjab	2.74 Crore
4	Mysore	1.07 Crore
5	West Bengal	1.15 Crore
6	Rajasthan	2.01 Crore
7	Nizam	1.41 Crore
8	TNK	0.50 Crore
9	CP	2.18 Crore
10	CI	1.36 Crore
11	Bihar	0.90 Crore
12	Assam	0.12 Crore
13	Orrisa	0.42 Crore
14	Nepal	0.27 Crore
Total		32.09 Crores

९० के दशक से प्रेरित है फिल्म तेवर का एक सॉन्ग।

९० के दशक से प्रेरित है फिल्म तेवर का एक सॉन्ग। 

​निर्माता संजय कपूर मास एंटरटेनर फिल्म तेवर का निर्माण कर रहे है, इस फिल्म में अर्जुन कपूर के साथ सोनाक्षी सिन्हा है इन दोनो स्टार्स पर एक लेटस सेलेब्रेट यह सॉन्ग फिल्माया जा रहा है,​ इस सॉन्ग में जो सेट लगा हुआ है वह संजय कपूर की सुपर हिट फिल्म राजा से साम्य लगता है। 

​तेवर के इस सॉन्ग को देखे तो इस सॉन्ग में राजा फिल्म का सॉन्ग 'अंखिया मिलाउ' सॉन्ग के सेट के जैसा ही प्रतीत होता है। इस सॉन्ग में संजय कपूर के साथ माधुरी दीक्षित नजर आयी थी। सेट पर मौजूद लोग को कई समानताये इस सेट में दिखी दी जो राजा के सेट पर थी लेकिन इस समनताओ के बारे में वह कुछ कर नहीं सकते थेन क्यूंकि सॉन्ग में विंटेज कार्स से लेकर नियॉन लाइट्स के साथ कार की हेडलाइट्स और दिवार पर लगे कार के व्हील्स और सेट को लार्जर दयान लाइफ दिखाने के लिए हजारो फ़्लैश लाइट का इस्तेमाल किया गया है। तेवर के निर्मता फिल्म के इस सॉन्ग को साल का पार्टी एंथम सॉन्ग बनाने की चाह रखते है , लेटस सेलेब्रेट सॉन्ग को इंटरनेशनल रैपर इमरान खान ने गाया है तथा रेमो ने कोरोग्राफ किया है।

Sanjay Kapoor reprises Raja with Tevar

Sanjay Kapoor reprises Raja with Tevar -Tevar Song Draws Inspiration From 90s.

Producer Sanjay Kapoor who is currently filming his mass entertainer Tevar starring Arjun Kapoor , Sonakshi Sinha and Manoj Bajpai is shooting a special song titled "Lets Celebrate " for the film . If sources are to be believed, it looks like Sanjay is reprising the set of his super hit song from the movie Raja with his upcoming venture Tevar.

While unintentional the set of the song bears an uncanny resemblance with the set of Raja’s hit song Akhiyan Milau which also starred  Madhuri Dixit. Those present on the set couldn't help but notice many similarities between the sets ,from vintage cars to neon lights, to car headlights and wheels suspended from the walls. 

Said producer Sanjay Kapoor, "While it wasn't intentional - When I walked in, I was transported back in time".

With a larger than life set and thousand flashlights, the makers of Tevar are making every effort to make Lets Celebrate sung by international rapper Imran Khan and choreographed by Remo , the party anthem of the year.

Eros International & Sanjay Kapoor ‘s  Tevar starring Arjun Kapoor ,Sonakshi Sinha and Manoj Bajpai is scheduled to release 9th January 2015.'Tevar' will mark the directorial debut of celebrated ad-filmmaker Amit Sharma.

'Shake that Booty'

This party season, tune into latest bollywood chartbuster 'Shake that Booty' with the sizzling Sunny Leone & hit-machine Mika Singh 

from movie 'Balwinder Singh Famous Ho Gaya'.

Youtube link - http://youtu.be/fT--5F9jW_I

​इमरान हाश्मी चले सलमान की राह पर।

​इमरान हाश्मी चले सलमान की राह पर।

   इमरान हाश्मी फ़िलहाल अपने फिल्म्स को लेकर काफी व्यस्त चल रहे है पर इस व्यस्त  ​शेडूल से टाइम निकाल कर इमरान हाश्मी बच्चों के लिए  वाडिया अस्पताल पहुंचे वे वहा बच्चो के आर्ट कैंप के लिए आये थे यह आर्ट कैंप  रूबल नागी आर्ट फाउंडेशन ने आयोजित किया था इस फाउंडेशन को सलमान खान भी समर्थन है। 

   ​इस कैंप में जब इमरान पहुंचे तो उन्हें देख बच्चे बहुत उत्साही होगये वे काफी खुश थे क्यूंकि इमरान उनके साथ थे।  इमरान ने बच्चो के साथ बहुत कीमती समय व्यथित किया और साथ ही बच्चो को उनके कलाकारी के लिए प्रोहत्साहन दिया जहा बच्चे अपने आप को सवार सकते है , इमरान मौजूद ही नहीं रहे बल्कि उन्होंने इस आर्ट कैंप में हिस्सा लिया तथा एक पेंटिंग भी बनायीं जो की उनके लिए एक अविस्मरणीय पल रहा।  ​

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Emraan Hashmi goes the Salman Khan way !

 

Emraan Hashmi recently took time out from his hectic schedule to visit the children at Wadia Hospital,Mumbai as they participated in an art camp for recovering kids held by the Rouble Nagi Art Foundation that is also supported by Salman Khan.

Reveals a source, “The children at Wadia Hospital were overwhelmed to have Emraan Hashmi visit them – The actor was extremely keen to spend time with them and encourage their creativity as this acted as a platform for the kids to express themselves…If that wasn’t all, Emraan also participated in the art camp and painted an image of himself as a special treat to the little one’s participating”.

Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty give 2 Tata Cars to Mumbai Police for Police Patrolling

It was a day of immense pride and honour as actor Ajay Devgn along with Director Rohit Shetty were present at our Home Minister Shri RR Patil's residence to give two Tata Cars to Mumbai Police for Police Patrolling.

Also present at this event were Police Commissioner Mr. Rakesh Maria and Joint Commissioner Mr. Himanshu Roy along with Mr. V S Noronha, Vice President of Tata Motors Ltd. 

Mr. Rakesh Maria who has seen the film, appreciated it and said he is proud to be in the police force and that too from Mumbai!!

Ajay Devgn & Rohit Shetty too were elated to be a part of this historic event and contribute to the city in their own small way.

 

"TARA... The Journey of Love & Passion"

"TARA... The Journey of Love & Passion" breaks 21 year record by completing 50 weeks

The Hindi feature  film "  TARA... The journey of love & passion " breaks 21 year record by completing 50 weeks & celebrated golden jubilee on 3rd July 2014 .

Hindi feature film " TARA ...The journey of love and passion "  becomes the first Indian feature film to complete 50 weeks in India at the Imperial cinema , Mumbai and is still running in many more territories In India  , the film  is celebrating  golden jubilee week &  becomes the first feature in last 21 years to do same.

The film is produced and directed by Kumar Raj of Kumar Raj Productions  & the film has received total 30 International awards including Best film and Best Director award for Tara. Co-Producer is Dharm , Associate Director is Brijesh Kori , Creative Director Uttpal Chakraborty & Tara is played by very talented heroine Rekha Rana who has won 9 awards as Best Actress for her role in hindi feature film "Tara , the journey of love & passion.

Assistant Directors are Ajay Mishra , Ranjeet Jaiswal , Rahul Pandit , Umair Siddique , Santosh A k 

The Producer / Director Kumar Raj and Heroine Rekha Rana were invited and walked the Green Carpet at IFFA & Red Carpet in Cannes.

The film is critically acclaimed and commercially successful , has received a lot of appreciation worldwide and has broken records to become longest running film of our times .   

P.S. :The script of  Hindi feature film Tara written by Dr. Professor Kishan Pawar .Was initially send by Director Kumar Raj to all producers in bollywood  and was totally  rejected by every producers . After 3 years attempt  finally Kumar Raj produced it himself by selling a house and a shop . With  Rekha Rana in lead role and the film was named " Tara…The journey of love and passion. " The film was shot with lot of  difficulties on  week end and was completed and released on same day with a very big film " bhaag milkha bhaag " .... Tara film went on to  became great successful and did wonders and became first ever  film in 21 years to complete 50 weeks. Tara  film received 30 International awards and went to 24 International film festivals.

Mardaani gets A certificate

After watching YRF's Mardaani starring Rani Mukerji, the CBFC gave the film an A certificate. However, Aditya Chopra had a chat and tried to explain that the subject was such that the film should be seen by children of the age of 12 and above.
However the authorities denied the request as the present guidelines do not have a category for 12 years and above.
It is the first YRF film to get an A certificate

A spokesperson of YRF said, "MARDAANI is a story that needed to be told and our aim is to reach this message to all, including those innocent girls in the vulnerable age of 12 and above. We strongly felt that they should be allowed to watch this movie and hence we were requesting for a “U/A” certificate, since the Censor Board does not have a category of 12 and above. We also told the Board that we would put “Not Recommended for Children below 12” in all our publicity material and at the start of the film, to ensure that parents are sufficiently informed that children under 12 should not watch this film. However, the Censor Board explained to us that this was not legally possible so we accepted their decision of giving the film an “A” certificate.
We must reiterate that this request for a “U/A” certificate was not for just one scene or dialogue which can be deleted or modified as required, and was in fact done according to the stipulation of the board. The request was only to help reach the message to those young girls who, in our opinion, are at an age where they need to be aware and be informed about this serious issue (but were going to be precluded from seeing it because of the “A” certificate).
In fact we had a screening for few women who strongly felt that they would want their daughters above 12 to watch the film and we hope that when the audience sees the film on 22nd of August, they too will agree with this viewpoint and realise the sensitivity with which this difficult issue has been handled in the film."

Mardaani is a gritty film on human trafficking in which Rani plays the role of a cop. It will hit screens on 22nd August.

"Life is Beautiful!" to release on 22nd August.

"Life is Beautiful!" is a Hindi Romantic Comedy entirely shot in Canada. It is slated to release on 22nd August.

The film is written, produced and directed by Manoj Amarnani, who previously worked in Karan Johar's "My Name is Khan".
It also features the finest technicians of the country like Sanjay Sankla (Best Editor), Eric Pillai (Best Sound) and the most Popular singers of Indian cinema. (Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan)

Synopsis: 

Raj works in Toronto and lives with his friend Prem who hates him for invading his tiny apartment. After Raj's application for Canadian residency is rejected, he plots the perfect plan to attain the Citizenship within a year, he marries a stranger, Pia. And as much as she hates it, she is forced to move in with him, as his wife. They live together, they fight, they laugh and soon a strange connection develops between them manifesting into a newfound friendship. The plan seems to be working fine, but the real complications begin on a stormy day when destiny brings Linda in front of Raj, a woman who comes into his life and changes it forever.

A story of love that redefines the rules of relationships beyond social barriers and takes these four characters on a journey filled with love, loss and lots of laughter.

Cast:

Manoj Amarnani, Nancy Brunetta, Anokhi Dalvi, Parth Naik & Raj Zutshi

Music: John Hunt, Lyrics: Vimal Kashyap


The teaser of the film

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_elBj0xLyk&list=UUgG4nOf3Id7WesUOksQEBMg

Here is the First Song Promo featuring Sonu Nigam and Shreya Ghoshal:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FsbnfTlRyM

The Second song Promo features Rahat Fateh Ali Khan:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZtm4cX459U

The Third Song Promo features Udit Narayan and Alka Yagnik:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8wIyPmnAwk

The fourth song is a club song featuring Farhad and Richa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOt7jbmN3TE

78th birthday of the poetic maestro Gulzar

Saregama has come out with a detailed infographic on his life, work and achievements. Packed with information, the infographic is part of Saregama’s continuing efforts to connect with digital media in a meaningful, entertaining and informative manner.

Independance Day Infographic

Saregama has come out with a detailed infographic. Packed with information, the infographic is part of Saregama’s continuing efforts to connect with digital media in a meaningful, and entertaining manner.

The infographic is designed to reflect the colors of the Indian National Flag. The saffron section on top first of all covers 15 interesting facts about the momentous day. A slide detailing the evolution of the National Flag across the years is displayed. This is then followed by a few interesting facts about this important aspect of National Identity. Another important National Symbol, the National Anthem is then mentioned along with some indispensable facts about the same.

The white section that follows covers some famous events that occurred on the same date across the World. For instance, did you know that India shares its Independence Day with Bahrain and South Korea? Besides, people who were born on August 15, as well as those lost to the World on this day are featured here. In reference to its musical heritage, Saregama will pay tribute to those great pioneers who made their mark in Indian film music before India gained Independence. India had a great musical heritage in its films, and that is reflected for the first time in the mainstream in this format. Some famous books dealing with the theme of Independence are displayed. This is followed by a list of some famous films released on August 15, as well as their posters. Another list of films, all of which are connected to the theme of patriotism and nationality are showcased next.

Lastly, the green section at the bottom mentions 68 iconic patriotic songs, some of them coming with an interesting titbit.

The infographic is Saregama’s first to commemorate a National Holiday. Previously, infographics on leading lights from the world of Indian music, such as RD Burman, M Balamuralikrishna, Mohammed Rafi and Kishore Kumar were released. An infographic on Raksha Bandhan was also released recently.

"The Consciousness of Times"

Naseeruddin Shah released Quaiser Khalid's Poetry "The Consciousness of Times" at Pasbaan e Adab's 'Third Inrenational Poetry Festival'.

Rani Mukerji visited Ambaji

Rani Mukerji attended the Maha Aarti at 7 am on the auspicious day of Sataam. Then she went back for Darshan and personal puja at 10.30 am. Ambaji is an extremely popular deity that symbolizes power of woman, shakti.

 

 

Kirti Kulhari launches Sonia Gandhi's kalamwali.com

Pune 17th August 2014: Noted writer Sonia Gandhi launched her website www.kalamwali.com at Crossword Pune alongwith actress Kirti Kulhari KalamWali.com is a page, a Writer's paradise, a platform to express through words. If u feel you have thoughts that can be backed by words, go ahead. Pen them down, type them out, narrate them. But verbulate them. Don't lose them to routine, boredom or monotony. At KalamWali, we wish to create a world for all those who have immense love for words, where words, only words and a lot of words live.
It was conceived one afternoon while Sonia was meditating and thinking deep about life. After all life isn't only about pictures and updates on social media. Life is about what one achieves from every moment of life. And how would you know what anyone have achieved unless he or she ponders upon it and express it?
KalamWali's exactly about that. Its about how to tell people what you got. It's about awakening your talent. About acknowledging it, admiring it and appreciating it. Social media today has in someway awakened the skill of using words in us. But we certainly got more than that. We have a constantly functioning mind that creates beautiful thoughts. Thoughts which need to be expressed, shared and evaluated. KalamWali was brought into existence for this.
Kalamwali.com invites all of you to scribble your hearts out and make this dream of creating 'a world of words' a reality. You may write about anything that enthuses you, amuses you, possesses you or relates you. Also don't forget to spread the word once you are done arranging words.
Speaking on the occasion the writer Sonia said "I am an ordinary girl with extra ordinary dreams. Grew up in pune, scholing from symbiosis. Graduation in Commerce from Symbiosis again. Did my MSC in Management from Lancaster university, UK.
I am a trained classical dancer. Have learn oddissi under my mom since I was 6. Have also been training in singing and painting and pursue that as a hobby.
Looking forward to receiving your countless captivating thoughts expressed in words and have them pouring in at kalamwali.com

Evelyn Sharma's International Music Debut 'Something Beautiful' goes LIVE!

​Something Beautiful goes online

Evelyn Sharma is riding a high after delivering hits such as Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Main Tera Hero. She will soon be seen opposite Sunny Deol and Arshad Warsi in ‘Bhaiyyaji Superhitt’. Not one to slow down or bask in the glory of previous accomplishments,Evelyn started working on her International Debut with Indo – American Rapper and music producer, Brooklyn Shaanti. The song – Something Beautiful – is sung and penned by Evelyn herself. She wrote the lyrics to this melodious song at a time when she felt down and out. Her video, shot entirely in New York goes online today! Here’s a link to the song – Something Beautiful – for all to see. Hope this song inspires you as well to see that no matter what, there will always be something beautiful in you!​

​​Evelyn Sharma's 'Something Beautiful' video link:​​

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs9ZM4lVRE0&authuser=0

Shraddha Kapoor thanks her team.

Shraddha Kapoor thanks her team for the success of Ek Villain by getting them goodies

Shraddha Kapoor recently walked as the showstopper for a designer at BMW India Bridal Fashion Week (IBFW) in Delhi.

Sharaddha who is basking in the success of her last film Ek Villain wanted to thank her team in her own special way for contributing to her success and being there for her throughout her journey.

So, the actress handpicked little things for each one of them as her thanking gesture.

Shraddha looks after her team very well in every way and they are an integral part of her career.

The young actress wanted to share her joy and success with her team whom she calls her extended family and so she bought little things for them.

The actress has had back to back successes with Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain. Next she will be seen in Vishal Bharadwaj’s Haider.

Gujarat CM, Anandiben Patel is the real Mardaani for Rani Mukerji

Gujarat CM, Anandiben Patel is the real Mardaani for Rani Mukerji

Rani Mukerji who was recently in Gujarat for promotions of her film Mardaani, decided to meet the chief minister of the state. Anandiben Patel is the first woman chief minister of Gujarat.

Rani believes that Anandiben Patel is a real inspiration as she has untiringly done so much for women and she continues to do so. 

Rani spent some time with Anandiben and spoke to her at length about the various issues surrounding women, some of them being safety, education and overall wellbeing.  Rani also expressed her wish to be able to help them in whichever way possible as far as their women oriented campaigns go.

Rani had a lovely experience interacting with the chief minister of Gujarat.

Rani says, “The Chief Minister is an actual Mardaani, the kind of work she is doing for women is inspiring. She has made so many changes for women police force and women in general, it's amazing.”

Rani Mukerji who is visiting Gujarat today for the promotions of Mardaani met the CM Anandiben Patel.

Anandiben congratulated the actress on making a film as inspiring and strong as Mardaani.

Post her meet with the CM everyone asked Rani if she met the CM to get the film tax exemption.

To which Rani said, “I don't have to request the chief minister to make it tax free. If CM likes our film, then she would make it tax free.

HUNGRY FOR MORE HUNGER GAMES?

The Hunger games: Mockingjay – Part I releases in India on 21^st November, 2014 and is Being distributed by PVR Pictures

The much awaited third edition of the hit American sci-fi franchise The Hunger Games is soon to release. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 is adapted from the The Hunger Games trilogy by Suzanne Collins. The latest edition of the Franchise is being directed by Francis Lawrence who also directed The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. The Film stars Jennifer Lawrence, John Hutchersonand Woody Harrelson.

The film is a continuation from the second part where Katness Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) who, after escaping the Third Quarter Quell, becomes a reluctant hero and symbol of hope for the nation of Panem. The Director Francis Lawrence is known to have a great knack for adapting sci-fi novels, as he has done successfully in the past with great hits like I Am Legend and Constantine.

This mega budget franchise has great screenplay by Peter Craig and Danny Strong and cinematography by Jo Willems. The movie boasts of a plethora of great actors like Woody Harrelson, the second youngest academy award winner Jennifer Lawrence (best lead actress) and latest addition being the legendary actress Julianne Moore. The film is scheduled to hit Indian screens on 21st November 2014.

Maddock Film's hosts a wrap party Varun Dhawan's Badlapur

Last night, at the wrap party of ‘Badlapur’, team Maddock celebrated the completion  of their film.The entire Starcast of the film Varun Dhawan, Yami Gautam, Huma Qureshi, Nawazuddin Siddique, Divya Dutta and Murli Sharma with their Director Sriram Raghavan and Producer Dinesh Vijan hosted the party for entire cast and crew. 

The guest list also saw Nargis Fakhri, Arjun Kapoor, Rohit Dhawan , Manyata Dutt and Krishika Lulla. 

The Party went on till the wee hours of Morning and was enjoyed by all the guests. 

P.K. 2nd poster to be launched on 20th August

Aamir Khan shifts the launch of the second poster of his upcoming film, PK by two days to avoid any clash.

The makers of PK had earlier decided to unveil the second look of the film on 15th August.

Incidentally, the first look of Shahrukh Khan’s Happy New Year is slated to be out around the same time.

However, the star Khan, Aamir has asked the film’s team to move it to 20th August i.e. five days later than the date decided earlier.

The actor doesn’t want any collision of sorts and he feels that since their first look launch date was pre decided, it would be only right and fair to move the date of his own event.

The first poster of PK created a lot of intrigue and chatter among the people which has only built immense anticipation around the second poster.

Also this is the first time ever that a poster is being launched like this. Usually it is the trailer that gets launched.

Margarita, With a Straw selected at TIFF

“Margarita, With a Straw” to World Premiere at The Toronto International Film Festival 2014

 

~Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures (VMP), Jakhotia Group, Ishan Talkies and ADAPT,
the film will world premiere under the ‘Contemporary World Cinema’ Category~

Mumbai, 13^th August 2014: Margarita, With a Straw, a film about a young romantic rebel in a wheelchair, is the official selection for the prestigious Toronto International Film Festival 2014 fromSeptember 4–14. Directed by Shonali Bose and produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Jakhotia Group, Ishan Talkies  and ADAPT, the film will be screened under the ‘Contemporary World Cinema’ category and is slated for a world premiere on 8^th September 2014.

The Toronto International Film Festival has become one of the most successful cinematic events in the world, universally regarded as an ideal platform to premiere films, screening more than 300 films from 60+ countries every September. Boasting a public eager for the best in contemporary film, as well as international attention from media, distributors, producers and buyers along with a galaxy of stars, the Toronto International Film Festival is considered as the premiere film festival in North America.

According to Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures, “Margarita, With a Straw is a contemporary story that will strike a chord with global audiences. It is heartening to see Indian film makers getting an opportunity to showcase their work alongside the best in their fields. We at Viacom18 Motion Pictures always endeavor to seek out talent which brings with them a unique blend of freshness, world class film making, yet a decidedly Indian soul.”

Margarita, With a Straw tells the story of Laila (Kalki Koechlin), who, undeterred by cerebral palsy, embarks on a journey of sexual discovery. Her exhilarating adventures cause a rift both within herself and with those she is closest to. The film’s stellar cast also includes veteran star Revathy, Hollywood actor William Moseley (lead of Narnia Chronicles) and the talented new face Sayani Gupta in pivotal roles.

National Award winning director Shonali Bose, commented, “I am ecstatic! Toronto was also home to my first feature Amu. Margarita, With a Straw is a deeply personal film. It is inspired by the extraordinary spirit of my boys Ishan and Vivan and by the joi de vive of my sister Malini, who has never let disability stand in her way. I am indebted to my brilliant cast and crew especially my co director and writer Nilesh Maniyar for actualizing my dream into a reality.