Kajol picks Sholay and The Sound of Music as two films that left lasting impression on her: “I sat spellbound”

Bollywood actress Kajol recently shared her passion for cinema through a social media post. In a video snippet on Instagram, she spoke about two films that have left a lasting impression on her: the classic Bollywood blockbuster Sholay and the Hollywood musical The Sound of Music.

“My favourite film of all time that I can pick up anywhere and watch anytime is Sholay,” she declared. She went on to praise the film’s characters and story, comparing it to a perfectly realized book. With a touch of humour, she added, “Thank God, it wasn’t the book.”

Kajol also shared her recent experience watching The Sound of Music. She highlighted the film’s music and characters, captivated by the story for the entire three-hour runtime. “I sat spellbound for those entire 3 hours,” she said.

 

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Meanwhile, on the work front, Kajol recently unveiled a glimpse of her upcoming film, Maharagni – Queen of Queens, co-starring Prabhudeva. This action-packed thriller marks their much-anticipated reunion on screen after nearly 30 years, since their last collaboration in Minsaara Kanavu (1997).

The film boasts an impressive supporting cast as well, including veteran actors Naseeruddin Shah, Samyuktha Menon, Jisshu Sengupta, and Aditya Seal.

ALSO READ: Glimpse of Kajol and Prabhudeva starrer Maharagni sets tone for a thrilling entertainer, watch

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Photos: Deepika Padukone snapped in Bandra

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Photos: Vicky Kaushal snapped at Hakim Aalim’s salon in Bandra

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Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha FIRST POSTER unveiled; teaser out today

The first poster of Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer Auron Mein Kaha Dum Tha has been unveiled. The poster features Ajay who is not facing the camera. Following the poster reveal, the teaser will be out today at 1 pm!

Ajay shared the photo on social media and wrote, “An epic love story on its way!”

An epic love story on its way! #AuronMeinKahanDumTha #AMKDT Teaser Out Today!
In cinemas 5th July, 2024.@neerajpofficial #Tabu @jimmysheirgill @saieemmanjrekar @shantanum07 @mmkeeravaani @ShitalBhatiaFFW #NarendraHirawat #KumarMangatPathak @nh_studioz @FFW_Official… pic.twitter.com/QjUyN0qSmd

— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) May 31, 2024

Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha promises to be an epic love story spanning a remarkable 23 years. The narrative unfolds between the years 2000 and 2023, hinting at a journey that traverses love, loss, and the enduring power of time.

Adding further weight to the project is the stellar supporting cast. Jimmy Shergill, known for his captivating performances, joins the ensemble alongside Saiee Manjrekar and Shantanu Maheshwari.

NH Studios presents, A Friday Filmworks Production, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha is produced by Shital Bhatia, Narendra Hirawat and Kumar Mangat Pathak (Panorama Studios). The film is set for a theatrical release on 5th July 2024.

ALSO READ: Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha starring Ajay Devgn and Tabu set for theatrical release on July 5, 2024

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Sanya Malhotra starrer Mrs to close New York Indian Film Festival 2024

Sanya Malhotra’s upcoming film, Mrs, is generating buzz on the festival circuit, emerging as a favourite for its exploration of domesticity and gender roles. The Hindi remake of the acclaimed Malayalam movie, The Great Indian Kitchen (2021), Mrs is directed by Arati Kadav and is set to be the closing film at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) 2024.

Kadav expressed her excitement at having her film showcased at the festival. Speaking to Mid-day, she shared, “I look forward to the films screened at the NYIFF every year. So, I feel privileged that we’ve been chosen as the closing film. With this film, our aim is to connect with Indian audiences living not just in India, but also abroad, and this platform helps us reach the diaspora.”

Described as “exotically delicious,” Mrs uses the backdrop of Indian cuisine to delve deeper into the societal pressures placed on women. The synopsis paints a picture of a young dance teacher, Richa, who falls for a wealthy doctor, Diwakar. However, their happily ever after quickly sours as Richa finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage, expected to cook, clean, and cater to her husband’s whims. The synopsis cleverly uses culinary metaphors to depict the stifling nature of Richa’s situation, describing her life as “an overcooked and tasteless happily ever after laced with misogyny, arrogance, and stubbornness.” Despite the challenges, Richa doesn’t give up easily. The synopsis highlights her defiance, stating that “The kitchen has the solution to all problems. So, Richa cooks splendid dishes with love and dedication and refuses to yield to male dominance.”

The cast of Mrs boasts some promising talent. Sanya Malhotra takes on the lead role of Richa. Nishant Dahiya portrays Diwakar, the doctor who turns out to be a domineering husband. Rounding out the cast is Kanwaljit Singh, whose role remains undisclosed.

The film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Pammi Baweja, and Harman Baweja.

ALSO READ: Rohit Saraf and Sanya Malhotra dance to Ishq Vishk Rebound track ‘Soni Soni’

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Janhvi Kapoor on rising costs of entourages; says she is ‘very protective of her team’: “Sab log yahan sirf paiso ke liye kaam nahin kar rahe”

Bollywood faces a financial challenge that threatens to inflate budgets and hinder profitability: the rising cost of actor entourage. This issue has come under renewed scrutiny following big-budget flops like Ajay Devgn’s Maidaan and Akshay Kumar-Tiger Shroff’s Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. Actresses like Janhvi Kapoor, daughter of veteran producer Boney Kapoor, are caught in the middle, balancing empathy for their teams with understanding the financial strain on filmmakers.

Janhvi Kapoor, promoting her upcoming film Mr & Mrs Mahi, recently shared her perspective on the rising overhead costs. Acknowledging her producer lineage, she revealed to Indian Express, “I do think about the costs… I know the kind of burden and pressure all these monetary things can put on a producer.”

However, Kapoor also emphasized the value of an actor’s team, stating, “I’m very protective of my team and I’d like to protect their rights.”

In the same interview, Kapoor suggested a collaborative approach, believing “a good production team will always take care of an actor’s team if the film demands that kind of entourage.” She further argues that not everyone on an actor’s crew is solely motivated by money, stating, “Sab log yahan sirf paiso ke liye kaam nahin kar rahe, kaam ke liye bhi kaam kar rahe hai (Not everyone here is just working for the money, they’re also working for the love of the craft).”

A report by Indian Express shed light on the “menace” of entourage costs. The price for an entourage varies, but estimates include spot boys charging Rs. 25,000 per day, personal security costing Rs. 15,000 per person daily, and stylists commanding up to Rs. 1 lakh. These expenses can quickly snowball – the overhead cost for a single star can reach Rs. 20-22 lakh per day, translating to an additional Rs. 15-20 crore for a 70-day shoot.

Meanwhile, Mr & Mrs Mahi will be released in theatres on May 31. Directed by Sharan Sharma, the film also stars Rajkummar Rao.

ALSO READ: Janhvi Kapoor’s savage comeback to fan asking her out on a date for a ‘cool story’

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Shah Rukh Khan celebrates KKR’s IPL 2024 win with heartwarming message; praises Shreyas Iyer, Gautam Gambhir: “Boys you are all made of star stuff”

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious in the much-anticipated IPL 2024 finals, defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Chennai. The win marked a special occasion, not just for the team and its fans, but also for co-owner Shah Rukh Khan. Just days after recovering from a heatstroke, Shah Rukh Khan, along with his family and friends, cheered on KKR from the stands, his energy mirroring the team’s dominant performance on the field. This victory secured the Knight Riders’ third IPL championship title, solidifying their position as one of the league’s most successful franchises.

Taking to Instagram to celebrate the win, Shah Rukh Khan shared a heartfelt message dedicated to the team. He addressed them as “his boys, his team, his champions,” acknowledging their collective effort in achieving victory.

His message highlighted the importance of teamwork. He went on to praise the contributions of various individuals who played a crucial role in the team’s success. This included the guidance of former KKR captain Gautam Gambhir, the dedication of head coach Chandrakant Pandit, and the leadership of current captain Shreyas Iyer. He wrote, “To my boys…. my team…. my champs….”these blessed candles of the night” …. My Stars…of KKR.”

He continued, “I cannot do a lot of things and you cannot do them all either…but together we manage most of them. That’s what @KKRiders stood for. Simply being together. Beyond the ability and guidance of @gautamgambhir55….the earnestness of Chandu, the love of abhisheknayar & leadership of @shreyasiyer96… the dedication of Tendo, @bharathi__arun @1crowey & @leamonnathan… this team is built on no hierarchy just pure respect for collaboration.”

Shah Rukh Khan emphasized the importance of “pure respect for collaboration” within the team. He commended the players, both young and experienced, for their understanding of Gambhir’s vision, “GG said if u can’t support a single vision as a team….u are leading to a division in the team. Each player understood that. Young and old. The Trophy is not a testament of having the best players in the team….but a proof of each player being the best for the team. Boys you are all made of Star stuff!! Love you all and don’t let the dancing stop! Also, so happy and thankful for each and every KKR fan and I hope all around the world youngsters learn that Tough times don’t last….Finally Tough and Happy teams do! Korbo…Lorbo…Jeetbo….Always. See u all at the stadia in 2025.”

 

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On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan also has exciting news for his fans. He is gearing up to play a “raw and rugged Don-style role” in director Sujoy Ghosh’s upcoming film titled King. The project, which will also feature his daughter Suhana Khan, will begin filming in July 2024.

ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan’s King script visible in the video of him lauding Asoka cinematographer Santosh Sivan’s Cannes 2024 win: “He taught me that genius is not thought of, it is felt”

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