BTS’ Jimin drops cinematic ‘Set Me Free Pt. 2’ music video depicting the will to overcome pain

Following a series of concept photos and teasers, Jimin of pop icons BTS unveiled his pre-release track “Set Me Free Pt.2” today, ahead of his first official solo album FACE set to release on March 24. The official music video of “Set Me Free Pt.2” was unveiled on Friday and it is a masterpiece.

“Set Me Free Pt.2” is a hip-hop track that portrays Jimin’s resolution to free himself by overcoming the pain, sorrow, and emptiness hidden deep inside him. Intense brass and drum lines sonically convey the track’s truthful message, while the choir and orchestra sound strengthen its grand atmosphere. As the repeated lyrics “Set me free,” and “finally free” suggest, the core message of ‘freedom’ pierces through the song.

The accompanying music video visually accentuates the track’s ambiance through explosive yet transcendentally controlled choreography by Jimin with a number of dancers in a circular space suggestive of a Panopticon. In one part, Jimin has German poem by Rainer Maria Rilke written on his bare body which translates to “I live my life in ever-widening circles / that stretch themselves out over all the things. / I won’t, perhaps, complete the last one / but I intend on trying.”

The cinematic uses of camera movements, angles, and lighting reveal the strong will to overcome the repeated struggles and hurt, and finally liberate himself.

Set to be released on March 24, FACE delves into Jimin’s story of fronting his true self and making a new leap forward as an artist.

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Photos: Sidharth Malhotra, Kriti Sanon, Vidya Balan and MC Stan snapped at the airport

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Lawrence Bishnoi threatens Salman Khan; asks him to ‘apologize’ to his community

Readers would recall the 1990s blackbuck case where allegedly Salman Khan along with a few cast members of Hum Saath Saath Hain was accused of killing the rare species. Soon after the case, Khan received several threatening notes and was even attacked, which was later reportedly said to be the work of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The gangster, who is currently in jail for allegedly murdering Punjabi musician Sidhu Moosewala, is said to have threatened the actor and has asked Khan to apologize to his community.

Claiming that the blackbuck is expected to be an auspicious species of his community, Lawrence Bishnoi has reportedly maintained that his entire community has been furious with Salman Khan. In a report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologise. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologise. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.”

While several reports in the past have spoken about Bishnoi not only threatening but also attacking Salman Khan, in the recent years, the threats resurfaced after the murder of Sidhu Moosewala. In fact, Salim Khan too is reportedly said to have been threatened when he went for his usual morning jog in Mumbai, followed by which Salman Khan applied for weapons license. As of now, the actor is said to have been granted the same.

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“I will constantly innovate to disrupt” – says Pathaan director Siddharth Anand

Siddharth Anand has delivered two monstrous hits back to back with War and now Pathaan, which has also become the all-time biggest worldwide-grossing Hindi film in the history of cinema. With this incredible feat, Siddharth is currently the undisputed number-one director in the Hindi film industry. In fact, Siddharth and the visionary S.S. Rajamouli are also the only two directors in the coveted Rs. 500 crore nett collection club in Hindi format.

Siddharth has been entrusted by Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films, to start two of the biggest IP’s in Indian cinema today – War and Pathaan. Sid, through his mastery over the genre of action entertainers, has delivered the biggest hits of superstars Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan & Hrithik Roshan in these high-octane spy films.

Siddharth says, “What has always inspired me as a filmmaker is to push the boundary and innovate. If you look at War and now Pathaan, you will realise that though I’m dabbling with the same genre of action, I have tried to explore in doing things that have never been seen before in India. Like the detailing in Pathaan is better than War and it will only get better in my future projects because I’m a hungry director seeking perfection with each film. That’s what drives me, I will constantly innovate to disrupt.”

ALSO READ: Pathaan director Siddharth Anand lauds Salman Khan; says, “He is so sweet and just needs love and pampering”

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Huma Qureshi lauds her first producer Guneet Monga for bagging Oscar trophy

Huma Qureshi commended Guneet Monga’s recent Oscar victory and referred to the producer as an inspiration. Huma posted pictures of Guneet and her husband Sunny Kapoor along with the video she shared on Instagram. The actor and producer have been close friends for years now.

Huma took to Instagram and congratulated producer Guneet Monga for winning her first Oscar. In the video, she smiled while holding the prize and said she wished she had one so they could pose together. She said, “Guys, I just want to say, this one is for Aram Nagar,” in the clip. Along with the video, she shared a photo of producer Guneet Monga holding her Oscar, and a third of her kissing her husband, Sunny Kapoor. Sharing the post, she captioned, “My first producer (Gangs of Wasseypur) , friend , almost flatmate ( that’s how my name is still saved on her phone) @guneetmonga !! Im so proud of you .. thank you for showing us how it’s done .. you are an inspiration girl!!

Living her best life , winning an Oscar for India on her 3 month anniversary.. stuff fairytales are made of. I’ve seen your hustle , your passion , your drive and just sticking it out in an all boys club. All I can say is …. that this is just the beginning

Oh and thank you for letting me touch and record these ridiculous videos with ‘Goldie’ … now I’m just going to have to get my own so we can pose together #love #morepowertoyou #proud #inspired.”

 

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Bomman and Belli, an indigenous couple residing in Mudumalai National Park, care for Raghu, an orphaned elephant calf, as told in the documentary The Elephant Whisperers. The movie highlights the park’s cultural significance and the endearing bond that forms between the couple and the elephant. In December 2022, The Elephant Whisperers received a Netflix release.

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Ishaan Khatter starrer Pippa may get OTT release

It’s been three months since Ishaan Khatter starrer Pippa was deferred from its theatrical release. The film was supposed to release on December 2, 2022. However, it seems like now the makers are prepping for a direct-to-digital premiere for the movie.

As per a report in Mid-Day, this development of opting for an OTT release has happened due to “Ronnie Screwvala’s legal battle with four national multiplex chains for anti-competitive collusion, with respect to the undue imposition of Virtual Print Fee (VPF).” Ronnie Screwvala, who is producing the movie with Siddharth Roy Kapur, has reportedly petitioned the Competition Commission of India (CCI) “against multiplexes making producers and distributors pay Rs 20,000 for every film screened at every property as VPF, calling it a draconian discriminatory charge that multiplex chains are forcibly imposing.” Back then, CCI had noted the producer couldn’t prove his allegations at the time, the dealings between the producer and the multiplex chains haven’t gone down well. However, the makers are very content with the project has turned out and are planning for a digital release soon.

Based on ‘The Burning Chaffees’ written by Brigadier Balram Singh Mehta and scored by Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, Pippa is a heroic tank battle film that underscores the bravery of Brigadier Mehta, a veteran of the 45th Cavalry tank squadron, who, along with his siblings, fought on the eastern front during the Indo-Pakistan War of 1971, which led to the liberation of India’s neighbour Bangladesh. At the centre of the film is the amphibious war tank involved in the victory, affectionately christened “Pippa”, which like an empty ghee da dabba smoothly floats on water.

Produced by RSVP and Roy Kapur Films, Pippa stars Ishaan Khatter, Mrunal Thakur, Priyanshu Painyuli and Soni Razdan.

ALSO READ: Wamiqa Gabbi shares her experience working with Ishaan Khatter; says, “His dancing skills are something which I would like to imbibe and learn for myself”

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The Elephant Whisperers couple Bomman and Bella awarded Rs. 1 lakh by Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin after Oscars; Guneet Monga responds

13th March 2023 was a day of pride for India when Netflix’s Elephant Whisperers which was created by Kartiki Gonsalves and produced by Guneet Monga, made history by becoming the first film produced in India to win an Academy Award in the “Documentary Short Film” category at the 95th Oscars. The overwhelming admiration and praises received on the Oscar win has overjoyed the Producers Guneet Monga, Achin Jain and Director Kartiki Gonsalves and the protagonists of the film Bomman and Bellie. The heartwarming documentary is a journey into Bomman and Bellie’s world and their efforts in raising baby elephants, co-existing with nature and sharing their space and home with animals of the forest. They are delighted to see and hear the adulation their story is receiving from across the world.

On bringing Bomman and Bellies’ story to life and being recognised worldwide, Kartiki Gonsalves mentioned, “It is absolutely incredible to have an Indian Indigenous documentary on the sacred bond between man and nature on our very own Asian Elephants to be recognised around the world. I still remember when I showed them the final film in a private viewing in October of 2022. There is no greater feeling in the world than to present to Bomman and Bellie everything I have worked on over the last five years to bring their story to the world and to watch them smile and laugh and cry while watching it. That I must admit is the most beautiful feeling in the world. I didn’t just make a documentary on them, they are an integral part of my life along with Sanjana, Raghu and Ammu. It was also a very special moment when I took my parents to their house. We are all family. I am extremely grateful to Netflix and Sikhya Entertainment’s excellent team for believing in the power of this very unique family story. It is truly an honour to be the first-ever Indian director to receive a prestigious Academy Award. With this win, I hope to encourage more young women and men to go out and tell their unique stories however small they might be and to also work on more stories to help connect humans to nature and to understand it better.”

Overjoyed and so proud to see Bomman & Bellie honoured by our honourable Chief Minister @mkstalin after ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ won the first academy award for India for an independent film at 95th Academy Awards@supriyasahuias @EarthSpectrum @TheAcademy @netflix @sikhyaent https://t.co/NbbsI9EWlp

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Guneet Monga, on Bomman and Bellie being felicitated, mentioned, “The days following the ceremony have been so incredibly gratifying. The immense love the film is receiving worldwide and the incredible appreciation of people from across the globe has been overwhelming. This opens up a whole new audience for the documentary and I’m happy that the intent and message of our film will further reach millions. Also the impact the film has had and the love for the amazing duo of Bomman and Bellie is for me personally as a filmmaker the biggest achievement of all. The impact this news has had and that they’re being recognised, and felicitated for their incredible story, and their hard work makes me really emotional and happy. This was always our intent in making this humble documentary, to nurture the human relationship with the environment, and two incredible humans who selflessly set an example of how we all can Co-exist.”

This historic win has been lauded by influential voices across the country, from politicians to leading entertainment voices. The documentary has garnered praises from all corners and has given the world the opportunity to see Bomman and Bellie through Kartiki’s lens. Bomman and Bellie were also felicitated by the CM of Tamil Nadu, MK Stalin. The efforts of The Elephant Whisperers’ team has resulted in the Tamil Nadu Government announcing a token of appreciation of Rs 1. lakh each for all 91 elephant caretakers across the 2 camps in the state from the CM Relief Fund. Additionally, Rs 9.1 cr has been assigned to build homes for mahouts and Rs. 5 cr has been allotted to develop ‘Elephant Camp’ in Anamalai Tiger Reserve.

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