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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/zSulY8FThe Tagore Centre at the Indian Embassy in Berlin paid tribute to the 30-year career of Manoj Bajpayee. This special event, organized and hosted by Trisha Sakhlecha, Director of the Tagore Centre, coincided with Bajpayee’s presence in Berlin for the premiere of his latest film, The Fable, in the competitive Encounters section at the ongoing 74th Berlin Film Festival.
The Fable, directed by Raam Reddy and featuring Manoj Bajpayee in a leading role alongside Deepak Dobriyal, Priyanka Bose, and Tillotama Shome, made its debut at the Berlin International Film Festival on February 16th, 2024. This event is not merely a milestone; it’s a historic acknowledgement, marking only the second Indian film in three decades to compete at the Berlinale. It has quickly garnered acclaim from critics and admiration from audiences worldwide, highlighting Bajpayee’s extraordinary talent and Reddy’s exceptional storytelling prowess.
The celebration, marking dual anniversaries, 30 years of Manoj Bajpayee’s distinguished career and the Tagore Centre’s foundation – saw the Tagore Centre overwhelmed with fans from India, Germany, and around the world, leading to a situation where it was over packed and had to close accepting entries. The event was graced by the presence of several ambassadors from other countries, including H.E. Mr. Parvathaneni Harish, Ambassador of India to Germany, along with several government dignitaries.
The session commenced with opening remarks by the Indian ambassador, followed by an introduction and conversation initiated by acclaimed author & Director, Tagore Centre, Ms. Trisha Sakhlecha with the legendary Manoj Bajpayee. It delved into a comprehensive walkthrough of Manoj Bajpayee’s early life, tracing his journey from harboring dreams in a small village in Bihar, through his persistent struggle of over 15 years without a significant break, to his rise as a celebrated actor in Indian cinema. The discussion also highlighted his upcoming projects and his venture into production, thereby illuminating his multifaceted contribution to the film industry.
Adding to the event’s richness, Manoj Bajpayee and Raam Reddy were on stage, accompanied by the rest of The Fable team, including Producer Pratap Reddy and Sunmin Park. A special segment dedicated to The Fable featured insightful dialogues led by Bajpayee and Reddy about the film’s creation, the challenges encountered, and the collective aspirations for its impact on a global audience. The Fable’s selection for the Berlinale’s competitive Encounters section not only showcased its artistic excellence but also marked a significant moment of pride and achievement for the entire team behind the film.
The event featured an engaging Q&A session, allowing the audience to interact directly with Manoj Bajpayee. This segment offered fans and attendees a rare opportunity to pose their questions, delve deeper into Bajpayee’s experiences, and gain insights into his illustrious career and personal journey. The open dialogue fostered a deeper connection between the actor and his audience, highlighting the profound impact of his work on cinema enthusiasts worldwide.
Reflecting on the significance of the event and its impact on cultural relations between India and Germany, Ms. Trisha Sakhlecha, Director of the Tagore Centre, shared her insights. “It was a joy to mark Manoj Bajpayee’s remarkable 30-year journey as an actor, which has played a pivotal role not only in Indian cinema but also on the international stage. The overwhelmingly well received event reflects the Tagore Centre & Embassy of India, Berlin’s commitment to providing a platform for Indian cinema and storytelling specifically and Indian culture as a whole. With 300 registrations received within 48 hours of releasing the invitations and a significant waitlist thereafter, it’s clear that Manoj Bajpayee’s enduring legacy and our shared passion for cinema continue to resonate across borders.”
Ambassador of India, H.E. Mr. Parvathaneni Harish, remarked, “I am extremely happy that the 74th edition of the Berlinale has 7 Indian films and 3 Berlinale Talents, and that the NFDC has brought in a large delegation from the Indian movie industry to participate in the European Film Market. Indian movies represent astonishing talent, immense dynamics and innovation, India is also an attractive investment location with various incentives for promotion of foreign films and for animation, post-production and visual effect services.I am confident that the Indian delegation at Berlinale with well-known actors such as Manoj Bajpayee and Allu Arjun and directors like Raam Reddy will make a strong impact.”
Manoj Bajpayee himself shared, “This journey of 30 years has been nothing short of extraordinary. It’s a reflection of the love and support I’ve received from my audience and the film fraternity. Being recognized in Berlin, alongside the premiere of The Fable, fills me with gratitude. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Ms. Trisha Sakhlecha, the Director of the Tagore Centre, Berlin, and H.E. Mr. Parvathaneni Harish, Ambassador of India to Germany, for this honor. My gratitude also goes out to all the attendees who made the event truly memorable. This moment is not just mine but belongs to every individual who has been a part of this incredible journey.”
Raam Reddy, speaking about the occasion and collaboration, shared, “The love I felt at Tagore Centre was overwhelming. It was a beautiful celebration of both the illustrious and incomparable career of Manoj ji, as well as the premiere of our film The Fable. It was such an honour to share the stage and sit next to Manoj ji – who I have grown to share a very special bond with – while we chatted about the nearly magical anecdotes that went into the building of our film. The audience was spellbound by Manoj ji’s aura, as was I. It was an evening I will not easily forget.”
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/zSulY8FAnother Bollywood pair has tied the knot. Bollywood stars Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani married following an intimate two-day celebration. The actress and the producer’s rituals occurred on February 21 in Goa. Their wedding festivities kicked off earlier this week in the presence of the family and close friends. Following their sunset wedding on Wednesday, the newlyweds unveiled the first photos from their wedding and even posed for the paparazzi.
Dressed in Tarun Tahiliani custom outfits, Jackyy and Rakul walked hand-in-hand as they posed after their wedding. Jackky made a playful remark, as he asked the paps, “Aaj toh ma’am nahi bologe na? (You won’t call her ‘ma’am’ today, right?)” as they began addressing her as Bhabhi ji which made Rakul blush.
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They had two ceremonies, Anand Karaj and Sindhi wedding. The event took place in the presence of several celebrities including Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal, Ananya Panday, Aditya Roy Kapur, Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra, Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D’Souza, among others.
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On the work front, Rakul Preet Singh has an array of projects in the pipeline including Indian 2 starring alongside Kamal Haasan. Meanwhile, Jackky Bhagnani is producing Bade Miyan Chote Miyan starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/J3TGIKjShah Rukh Khan won the Best Actor award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024 on Tuesday night in Mumbai. He won the said award for his performance in Atlee Kumar’s directorial, Jawan. During his speech, the actor confessed that it had been a while since he received Best Actor and he had started to believe he might not win now.
“Shukriya sari jury member ka jinhone mujhko best actor ke liye layak samjha aur bahut saal ho gaye mujhe best actor ka award nahin mila toh aisa lagne laga tha ki ab milega hi nahin. Mujhe bahut khushi hai. Mujhe awards bahut ache lagte hai …main thoda laalchi hoon, greedy hoon. (I thank the jury who considered me worthy of the Best Actor award. I have not received the Best Actor Award in a long time. It seemed as if I would not get it again…So I am extremely happy. I like awards. I am a bit greedy),” Shah Rukh Khan said in his speech, which left the audience in splits.
He saw Dunki director Vidhu Vinod Chopra in the audience and quipped, “Mere se zyada Vidhu Vinod Chopra ko acche lagte hai. Hum dono share kar lenge,” he said.
King Khan SRK’s full speech after receiving the Dada Saheb Phalke International Film Festival Best Actor award for Jawan
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Shah Rukh Khan went on to thank Atlee, his co-stars Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, music director Anirudh Ravichander and everyone involved in making Jawan a stupendous success. “I am genuinely thrilled and touched that people have recognized the work that I have put in. Work of an artist is not important… all the people around him or her make everything come together. I promise I will keep working hard and entertain India and people who are living abroad as many years as I can. Whether it takes me to dance, to fall, to fly, to romance, to be evil, to be a bad guy, to be a good guy… Inshallah, I will keep working hard,” he said.
In 2023, Shah Rukh Khan made a smashing return with Pathaan, followed by Jawan and Dunki. The former two films ended up earning more than Rs. 1000 crore at the box office globally whereas Dunki was also a success with Rs. 212.42 crores at the Indian box office.
On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan is yet to announce his next project but speculations are that he is working with Sujoy Ghosh for Red Chillies Entertainment’s next King, starring alongside Suhana Khan.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/J3TGIKjPreparations for Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani’s Goa wedding are in full swing. The couple’s pre-wedding festivities commenced on February 19, signalling the beginning of a joyous journey into matrimony, culminating in their nuptials on February 21. As the excitement builds, a heartfelt surprise awaits Rakul, courtesy of her soon-to-be husband, Jackky.
According to a report by Bombay Times, Jackky Bhagnani has orchestrated a touching tribute to their love story in the form of a special song. This musical ode, titled ‘Bin Tere,’ is set to be a highlight of the wedding festivities.
A source close to the couple revealed, “Jackky has poured his heart into this love song for Rakul and it will be an important part of the celebration. He wanted to gift her something meaningful and unforgettable. The song promises to be a musical celebration of Jackky and Rakul’s union and the beginning of their beautiful journey together.”
Penned by renowned lyricist Mayur Puri, ‘Bin Tere’ is brought to life by the musical genius of composer Tanishk Bagchi. With vocals by Tanishk Bagchi, Zahrah S Khan, and Romy, the song is poised to resonate with the emotions and sentiments shared between Rakul and Jackky..
For the unversed, while Rakul and Jackky were expected to hold their wedding celebrations abroad, somewhere in UAE, the couple decided to change the venue to domestic destinations within the country. Along with that, it is also being said that the actor-producer and actress would prefer to have an intimate function. “We hear that Rakul and Jackky will have an intimate wedding in the presence of their family and close friends in Goa only. There will be no extended celebrations or reception in Mumbai or anywhere else after. It looks like it is going to be a 3-4 days’ affair like most weddings usually are,” a source had mentioned.
Rakul Preet Singh and Jackky Bhagnani made their relationship official on social media in 2021 and since then, the couple has been openly making appearances, from red carpets to wedding functions, showcasing their love for each other on many occasions.
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Via Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/CsEKZujBollywood actor Vikrant Massey has been basking the success of his latest film 12th Fail, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. The movie narrated the inspiring real-life journey of Manoj Kumar Sharma, who rose from humble beginnings to become an IPS officer, overcoming numerous obstacles along the way.
In an interview with Unfiltered by Samdish, Vikrant Massey delved into his early days in the entertainment industry, shedding light on his transition from television to cinema. The actor reminisced about his time working in daily soaps and the pivotal moment when he decided to embark on a new path in the world of cinema. He shared, “I earned a lot in TV. I bought my first house at the age of 24. But all that regressive content on TV was happening simultaneously and I felt like coming out of the world and trying my luck in cinema. I realised that though I became secure financially, it didn’t help me sleep well. I had this realisation when I fulfilled all my financial responsibilities towards my parents and others.”
He further added, “My parents were in shock when I told them I am going to restart over in films. I was making a lot of money. At the age of 24, I was earning ₹ 35 lakh per month, especially for someone who comes from a middle-class background. I quit TV at the time when I had a ₹ 35 lakh per month contract in my hand. I decided to do good work and find peace.”
Moreover, Vikrant Massey candidly shared insights into his personal life, highlighting the unwavering support of his wife Sheetal Thakur. He shared, “My savings got exhausted in a year and then my wife Sheetal (his girlfriend at the time) used to give me pocket money for auditions.”
Massey and Thakur tied the knot in February 2022 after dating for several years. They have kept their relationship relatively private. The couple welcomed their first child, a son on February 7, 2024.
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