Gadar 2: Sunny Deol carries a hammer in first look poster, says ‘Tara Singh went on to become a cult icon’

Apart from having an incredible lineup of titles for 2023, Zee Studios is all set to continue its realm of creating path-breaking cinema with the first poster release of Bollywood’s most-awaited sequel, Gadar 2, in association with Anil Sharma. To add a cherry on the top, the makers, Zee Studios and Anil Sharma have decided to gift the first look of Gadar 2 featuring Sunny Deol to the people of India!

Sharing his joy over the first poster launch, director and producer Anil Sharma added, “Gadar – Ek Prem Katha isn’t my film but it’s people’s film and dynamically shifted the paradigm of the Indian film industry. It went on to become a cult icon wherein people breathed Tara Singh and Sakina’s love story. We are absolutely thrilled to launch the first poster!”

Hindustan Zindabaad Hai….Zindabaad Tha.. .aur Zindabaad Rahega!
This Independence Day, we bring to you the biggest sequel in Indian cinema after two decades.#Gadar2 releasing on 11th August 2023????#HappyRepublicDay@ZeeStudios_ @ameesha_patel @iutkarsharma @Anilsharma_dir pic.twitter.com/Tz9dbysDRe

— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) January 26, 2023

Speaking about the film CEO of Zee Studios Shariq Patel said, “The original team of Gadar – Ek Prem Katha is back after 22 years and we are elated to be associated with the team on this one. The first installment gave some iconic scenes, songs and characters to the Indian Film Industry and is popular even today. Needless to say, entertainment and emotion make up the artillery for ‘Gadar 2’ and we are delighted to commemorate the Republic Day with the first poster launch.”

Adding to it, Sunny Deol stated, “Gadar – Ek Prem Katha has been an eminent part of my life, personally as well as professionally. Tara Singh from Gadar isn’t just a protagonist but went on to become a cult icon that defied all odds and crossed all boundaries for his Family and Love. Collaborating with the team after, 22 years was a creatively enriching experience.”

The first movie Gadar – Ek Prem Katha is still celebrated amongst Indian audiences. The movie created a new wave of nationalism in the country and the storyline still rules millions of hearts! Helmed by Director-Producer Anil Sharma, and produced by Zee Studios, the movie stars Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma in lead roles. The movie is scheduled to be released on 11th August 2023.

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui to make Telugu debut with Venkatesh Daggubati starrer Saindhav

Venkatesh Daggubati is gearing up for his milestone 75th film. Director Sailesh Kolanu will be helming the film Saindhav which is to be bankrolled by Venkat Boyanapalli under the banner of Niharika Entertainment. The film will have its grand opening today.

A day after announcing the title and releasing a glimpse, the makers came up with another big update. Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has come on board to play a crucial and lengthy role in the movie. This will be his debut movie in Telugu. Nawazuddin’s presence will be a big plus for the movie to be made appealing to the Indian audience. It will be interesting to see two powerhouse talents Venkatesh and Nawazuddin Siddiqui together on screen.

For the First time in TFI ????????

Extremely Proud & Delighted to welcome the most talented actor of India, @Nawazuddin_S on board for #SAINDHAV ????

More Details Soon @VenkyMama @KolanuSailesh @vboyanapalli @Music_Santhosh @maniDop @Garrybh88 @tkishore555 @SVR4446 #Venky75 pic.twitter.com/drf0NnvdPt

— Niharika Entertainment (@NiharikaEnt) January 26, 2023

Saindhav will be made on a massive scale with a lavish budget and this is going to be the costliest movie for Venkatesh. The movie will feature several prominent actors, it will be a star-studded film with an eminent team of technicians handling different crafts.

Santosh Narayanan helms the music. S Manikandan cranks the camera, while Garry BH is the editor and Avinash Kolla is the production designer. Kishore Thallur is the co-producer. The makers will announce the other cast members soon. Saindhav will release in all southern languages and Hindi.

ALSO READ: Nawazuddin Siddiqui – Bhumi Pednekar starrer Afwaah to release in theatres on February 24, 2023

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Pathaan protests in MP: Home Minister Narottam Mishra says there is no point in protesting now

Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback film Pathaan is expected to earn around Rs 50 crores at the box office on its first day (yesterday). The film has succeeded in pulling large crowds into the cinema halls in such a way that it is expected to break the record of the highest opening for a Bollywood movie.

But amidst such scenes, some Right Wing organizations held some protests against Pathaan in parts of Madhya Pradesh yesterday, as reported by NDTV. The film was under fire for the saffron coloured bikini worn by Deepika Padukone in the song ‘Besharam Rang’ as that colour is considered sacred by the Hindus.

But the state’s Home Minister Narottam Mishra has said that there is no point in having any protests now as there have been “corrections” made in the film by the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certifications).

Speaking to a group of reporters, he said, “I believe all rectifications have been made in it (film). The Censor Board has made corrections. Controversial words have been removed. So, I don’t see any point in protesting now.” He also said that those who are still protesting against the movie will be “counselled,” added the same report by NDTV.

Mishra, who is a part of the BJP, was one of the first persons to raise objections in Pathaan last month for the colour of the bikini in the said song. He had said then, “The outfits worn (by Deepika Padukone) in the song are objectionable. It is evident that this song has been picturized by polluted minds. Anyways, Deepika ji has been a supporter of the ‘Tukde Tukde’ gang; she attended the JNU protests. That’s why I would like to request (to the makers) to rectify the visuals and outfits (in the song), else we will need to think whether the film will be allowed to release in Madhya Pradesh.”

Apart from the CBFC ordering the cuts in the song, earlier this month, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also told his party workers and members to refrain from making “unnecessary comments on films.”

Also Read: Pathaan Box Office Estimate Day 1: Shah Rukh Khan starrer collects Rs. 53-55 crores; is the biggest opener in the history of Hindi cinema

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Athiya Shetty – KL Rahul Wedding: Suniel Shetty, Salman Khan give Rs. 50 crore flat & Audi; Virat Kohli gifts Rs. 2.17 Cr BMW car

Making a lot of noise currently for their wedding is actress Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul, who tied the knot this January 23 at Suniel Shetty’s farmhouse in Khandala. The couple has been in a relationship for a long time and opted for an intimate wedding ceremony in presence of family and close friends. While not many celebrities were in attendance, the couple received tremendous gifts.

Several reports stated that Suniel Shetty gifted his daughter Athiya a luxurious apartment worth Rs. 50 crore in Mumbai. Salman Khan, who is a close friend of Suniel Shetty, gifted an Audi car to Athiya worth Rs. 1.64 crore. Jackie Shroff, who is another close friend of Shetty, gifted his daughter an Rs. 30 lakh Chopard watch. Arjun Kapoor, who is one of Athiya’s childhood friends and worked in Mubarakan together, gifted her a diamond bracelet worth Rs. 1.5 crore.

It is also being reported that KL Rahul’s friends from the cricket fraternity did not leave any stone unturned with their gifts galore. Former Indian Cricket team captain, star batsman and KL Rahul’s longtime friend Virat Kohli gifted him a BMW car worth Rs. 2.17 crore. Former Captain MS Dhoni was in attendance for the marriage ceremony and gifted Rahul with a Kawasaki Ninja bike worth Rs. 80 lakh.

On Wednesday, Suniel shared two new photos from the beautiful ceremony. In one of them, he and his wife Mana Shetty were emotional as they hugged Athiya. In another one, they were showering the newlyweds with flowers.

According to an insider, the duo would be hosting a lavish post-wedding bash for all their industry friends and colleagues. Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul remained tight-lipped about their wedding. They have been together for a long time and their first official appearance was at the premiere of Athiya’s brother Ahan Shetty’s debut film Tadap in Mumbai in 2021.

ALSO READ: Ahan Shetty shares unseen photos from Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul wedding ceremony

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Photos: Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar and Anusha Dandekar snapped at Mizu in Bandra

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Oscars 2023: ‘Naatu Naatu’ composer MM Keeravani says he is confident of a win, “I’m confident we will win the Oscar”

M M Keeravani is over the moon, and beyond, after the Oscar nominations were announced on January 24. His song ‘Naatu Naatu’ in Rajamouli’s RRR has secured itself a nomination for Best Song. Keeravani isn’t surprised. “After ‘Naatu Naatu’ won the Golden Globe I was confident of the journey. I knew we were on the right track. I am confident we will bring home the Oscar.”

To be the one to bring this singular honour to India is, to Keeravani, a responsibility. “My greatest joy is to make my country proud. ‘Naatu Naatu’ was not created in isolation. There were many others in our team who made the song possible. My cousin Rajamouli always brings out the best in me. If he had not told me what he expected from me ‘Naatu Naatu’ wouldn’t be possible.”

Keeravani now prepares for the Oscar ceremony on March 12. “There is a lot of work to be done, lots of hurdles to be crossed. But I think we can do it.”

Also Read: Oscars 2023: SS Rajamouli, Ram Charan, Jr. NTR, MM Keeravaani celebrate RRR’s historic nomination for ‘Naatu Naatu’: ‘A big hug to all the crazy fans’

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Ranveer Singh and adidas Originals team up to challenge conventions and hack the old codes of luxury in new campaign

This season, adidas Originals throws open the doors to self-expression as it unveils a new campaign featuring brand ambassador and Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh. The Trefoil draws on the daring charm of Ranveer Singh to bring back streetwear mentality to elite fashion and democratize access to culture and empower the next generation of icons. For Spring/Summer 2023, the brand with the Three Stripes styles the latest iterations of its Stan Smith footwear silhouette with its pinnacle clothing offering, Blue Version. The result: a fashion icon reborn through the lens of the brand’s most aesthetically daring apparel expression.

The arrival of the collection is accompanied by a striking campaign which follows as adidas Originals takes over a retro-inspired Opera House environment, steeped in heritage. Captured by Errikos and House of Pixels, the dynamic visuals break the status quo and challenge pre-conceived notions of exclusivity by juxtaposing traditional settings of luxury with playful shenanigans performed by the dynamic and effervescent, Ranveer Singh as he takes the consumers through his journey from the green room to the centre-stage. Each move that Ranveer makes through the film questions preconceived notions of exclusivity and luxury. He hacks predominantly elite experiences and reframes them with inclusivity.

 

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Styled in the latest version of the iconic Stan Smith sneakers and Blue Version apparel, he challenges society’s paradigms of dress codes, and thus brings back the streetwear mentality to fashion. ‘The best you can be is an Original’ quips Ranveer as bright spotlights rain on him and he takes in the glow.

Speaking on the campaign Sunil Gupta, Senior Director, Brand adidas, India said, “For almost six decades, the Stan Smith sneaker has remained relevant and iconic, traversing various cross-cultural changes. In 2023, the iconic Stan Smith sneaker is ready to break the fashion code for a generation that refuses to play by the rules. Through our latest campaign with Ranveer Singh, we set the tone for elevating and reimagining our classic and iconic footwear franchise and further driving Culture credibility amongst streetwear enthusiasts, consumers, and next gen icons”.

 

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Speaking on the campaign, Brand Ambassador Ranveer Singh said, “Rules are always meant to be broken – and in a world full of pre-existing notions and codes, I have always believed in charting my own path, one that is unexpected and original, creative and authentic. Fashion too has always been a means of self-expression; hence I am extremely excited to team up with adidas Originals as this campaign truly puts forward my fashion philosophy. Stan Smith has always been one of my all-time court classic sneakers; and now as it opens up for a new generation of creators, disruptors and rule-breakers, I hope to continue inspiring them with the Three Stripes”.

The campaign went live on 24th January 2023.

ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh on being ‘creative person’ and navigating through film industry: ‘The analytical and strategic stuff I leave to those who form my support system’

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