SCOOP: CULT anime film Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama to have a GRAND release in cinemas

Last year saw the release of Adipurush (2023) based on the epic Ramayana. Next year, if all goes well, another film on this subject will be released, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Sunny Deol and Yash. And this year, too, audiences will be treated with a film version of Ramayana, that too, the one which is close to their hearts. As per trade sources, the much-loved anime film Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama is all set to release in theatres this year.

A trade expert told Bollywood Hungama, “Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama has been remastered in 4K by the makers. They felt that releasing the movie in cinemas could be a good idea as it never arrived on the big screen. Moreover, they keep getting a lot of love and positive comments on their social media handles. In fact, after Adipurush disappointed moviegoers, many on social media drew parallels with Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama and shared its clips. This proves that it has a strong recall value and a cult following.”

The source further added, “The makers have begun talks with distributors to understand how wide the release should be and other such strategies.” When asked when the film will be released, the source replied, “The date has not been locked. But they are looking at releasing it either in September or October. A clearer picture will emerge in a few weeks.”

Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama was a co-production between India and Japan and was directed by Koichi Sasaki, Ram Mohan and Yugo Sako. Originally in English, it was later dubbed in Hindi. The latter version was played on the popular kids’ channel Cartoon Network in 2002 as a weekly series and got a huge viewership.

Interestingly, Arun Govil, who played the role of Lord Rama in the classic TV show Ramayan, also voiced the character in Ramayana: The Legend Of Prince Rama. Amrish Puri meanwhile gave the voiceover for Ravana. Acclaimed music director Vanraj Bhatia composed its songs.

Another fascinating trivia was that an alternate English version was released in the USA. It was called Warrior Prince and The Prince of Light: The Legend Of Ramayana and Lord Rama was voiced by none other than Bryan Cranston of ‘Breaking Bad’ fame. Moreover, the narrator was James Earl Jones, who provided the voice for Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise.

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Richa Chadha disables comments as she drops breathtaking maternity photos: “May we bring forth a warrior of light, a child of compassion, empathy, healing and above all love”

Bollywood couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are glowing with anticipation as they prepare to welcome their first child! Recently, Richa took to social media to share a series of stunning black and white maternity photos with her husband.

Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal Maternity Shoot 

The heartwarming pictures showcase Richa’s beautiful baby bump. In one particularly tender image, Richa rests on Ali’s lap, their hands intertwined over her belly. Accompanying the photos, Richa penned a heartfelt message expressing her love for Ali and their journey together. 

“What can a love so pure bring forth into the world, but a beam of light?” the mom-to-be actress wrote. She went on to thank Ali for his support, their photographer Rid Burman, and stylist Kanika Gulati. Richa concluded the note with a beautiful aspiration for their child: “May we bring forth a warrior of light, a child of compassion, empathy, healing and above all love. Ameen!”

Richa Chadha Turns Off The Comments 

In a move prioritising privacy, the Fukrey actress has disabled the comments section for this particular post. She explained, “Comments are off, because this is the most private thing I have posted.”

 

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Sharing the Journey

Despite keeping this post comment-free, Richa has been generously sharing glimpses of her pregnancy journey with fans. She’s previously posted about the physical experiences of motherhood, acknowledging the challenges while celebrating the miracle of life within her.

 

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The couple’s pregnancy announcement came back in February with a sweet social media post. A photo simply captioned “1+1=3” hinted at the exciting news, followed by a heartwarming image of the couple together with the caption, “A tiny heartbeat is the loudest sound in our world.”

 

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On the professional front, the 37-year-old actress recently impressed audiences with her portrayal of courtesan Lajjo in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period drama series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar. Despite her character’s limited screen time, Richa’s performance garnered praise from both critics and viewers. Meanwhile, Ali is currently seen in Mirzapur Season 3 streaming on Prime Video. 

Also Read: Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha team up as Guddu Bhaiya and Bholi Punjaban for a crossover video we never knew we needed

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Photos: Ranveer Singh snapped at the airport

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Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla unveil the making of Radhika Merchant’s mesmerizing ‘Panetar’ lehenga

Radhika Merchant looked straight out of a storybook in a crimson and white lehenga made by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla for her July 12 wedding to Anant Ambani. Her wedding attire is a typical version of ‘Panetar’, a Gujarati ritual in which brides wear red and white.

Radhika looked ethereal in her ivory attire with gorgeous zardozi cutwork. The costume included a trailing ghagra layered with a second detachable trail, a 5-meter head veil, and a tissue dupatta.

In a recent social media post, the renowned fashion designer duo Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla shared a mesmerizing video showcasing the intricate creation of Radhika Merchant’s bridal lehenga.

 

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In the video, viewers can witness the painstaking process that went into crafting the lehenga. Every detail, from the delicate embroidery to the selection of luxurious fabrics, highlights the dedication to perfection and their commitment to honoring cultural heritage through contemporary design.

This opulent yet traditional ensemble created 25 of the most gifted karigars at Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla. The ghagra, with three red borders, was embellished with the best naqshi, saadi, and zardozi craftsmanship. The hand-embroidered delicate flower boots on the costume were embellished with stones, sequins, tamba tikkis, and a hint of red resham, as stated by the creators in their post.

Radhika’s veil was composed of delicate jaali and cutwork, whereas the path had significant zardozi work.

Posting the video he captioned, “An intricate interpretation of ‘Panetar’ by Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, which refers to the Gujarati tradition of brides wearing red and white for their big day. A glimpse into the making of Radhika Merchant’s glorious bridal lehenga.”

Radhika finished her wedding look with royal diamonds and simple makeup.

Also Read : Radhika Merchant opens up about the spiritual significance of her wedding dates; says, “The dates were strategically chosen from the advice of our family pujari”

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Janhvi Kapoor dazzles at Ulajh launch, hilariously shuts down to marriage rumourss

Janhvi Kapoor stunned everyone at the Ulajh launch ceremony. The actor was asked if the ‘secret’ she posted on her Instagram stories had anything to do with her marriage to her rumoured boyfriend, Shikhar Pahariya and she had responded hilariously.

Janhvi took to her Instagram stories on Monday morning and wrote, “Guys!! I have a secret. Can’t wait to share it with you!” The secret, as it turned out, was about the trailer launch of her upcoming film Ulajh. In the evening, when she was attending an event for the film, a reporter asked her, “Janhvi, is there some wedding news?” She hilariously replied, “Are you mad?” Then she was asked what the ‘secret’ she posted was about, and she said, “You’ll know tomorrow.”

Janhvi and Shikhar make frequent public appearances together. They’ve attended red carpet events and Bollywood parties together, as well as a trip to Tirupathi with Orry. Janhvi once flaunted a necklace with the word Shiku engraved on it. The most recent event where they were spotted together was Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding. Shikhar even hooted as she posed for photos in a gold lehenga.

On Koffee With Karan, she also hinted at their on-off relationship in season 2. When Karan Johar asked her to identify three persons from her speed dial list, she said, “Papa, Khushu (Khushi Kapoor), and Shikuuu (Shikhar).” Later, she was cautious, saying, “Just because we are really good friends.”

Janhvi recently appeared in Mr & Mrs Mahi with Rajkummar Rao. Sharan Sharma directed the film, in which she played a doctor turned cricketer. She will soon appear in Sudhanshu Saria’s Ulajh, which stars Gulshan Devaiah, Roshan Mathew, Rajesh Tailang, and Adil Hussain, as well as Shashank Khaitan’s Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, which stars Varun Dhawan.

Janhvi will make her Tollywood debut in Koratala Siva’s Devara: Part 1, which stars Jr NTR. She portrays Thangam in the film. She will also co-star with Ram Charan in his upcoming film, Buchi Babu Sana.

Also Read : Janhvi Kapoor bedazzles in crystal corset, mermaid skirt and draped wings; Khushi Kapoor shines in sequin floral lehenga from Tarun Tahiliani upcoming bridal couture collection 2024

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Rakul Preet Singh’s brother Aman Preet Singh arrested in Hyderabad drug bust

Aman Preet Singh, the brother of star Rakul Preet Singh, was detained in Hyderabad along with four others for allegedly using cocaine.

After raid on a flat in Hydershakotla in Narsingi, Telangana police said, “We seized 199 grams of cocaine worth ₹ 35 lakh, two passports, two bikes, 10 cell phones and other incriminating material from their possession.”

The Telangana Anti Narcotics Bureau, Cyberabad Police’s Special Operations Team (SOT), and Rajendranagar Police detained five drug dealers, including two Nigerians, for distributing cocaine to high-profile clientele in the city.

Avinash Mohanty, the Cyberabad Commissioner of Police, stated that Aman is one of those clients.

Five of the 13 users were detained, and all five had positive cocaine tests on their urine samples.

Aniketh, Prasad, Aman, Madhu, and Nikhil are the five individuals detained.

“It is an ardent request from Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau to the youth/students not to fall prey to drugs and request the parents to keep a watch on the activities of their children and feel free to approach police,” the Telangana police said in a statement.

Rakul Preet Singh was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate last year for a narcotics trafficking and usage case. The investigating agency recorded the 33-year-old actor’s statement in this case in both 2022 and 2021.

Also Read : Rakul Preet Singh masters the art of sophisticated style in red

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Sanya Malhotra starrer Mrs to have its Australian Premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2024

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2024 (IFFM) is set to showcase one of its highlight centerpiece films, Mrs, starring Sanya Malhotra. The film, directed by Arati Kadav, will have its Australian premiere at the festival. Both Sanya Malhotra and director Arati Kadav are scheduled to attend the event.

Mrs delves into the intricate life of a woman, portrayed by Sanya Malhotra, who is a trained dancer and dance teacher. After her marriage, she faces the challenges of being a wife while striving to discover her own path and voice. The film explores her journey of self-expression amidst societal expectations imposed on her marital life. The film is the Hindi remake of the critically acclaimed Malayalam film “The Great Indian Kitchen” and also features Kanwaljit Singh and Nishant Dahiya in pivotal roles. Presented by Jio Studios in association with Baweja Studios, Mrs is produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Pammi Baweja, and Harman Baweja. Sanya previously won the Best Actress award for the film at the New York Indian Film Festival and has also earned the nomination nod for the Best Actress category for IFFM 2024.

Speaking about the film’s Australian premiere, Sanya Malhotra expressed her excitement, “I am thrilled and honored that Mrs will have its Australian premiere at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. This film is incredibly special to me as it explores the complex and nuanced journey of a woman trying to find her own voice amidst the expectations of society. Working with Arati Kadav and the entire team has been a profound experience. I believe the story will resonate with audiences everywhere, and I can’t wait to share it with the viewers at IFFM. The festival has always been a significant platform for celebrating diverse narratives, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of it.”

Director Arati Kadav added, “IFFM is a prestigious platform, and we are excited to showcase Mrs here. This film delves into the emotional and societal intricacies of a woman’s life, and having it as a centerpiece at IFFM is a testament to its universal appeal and relevance. Sanya’s performance brings depth and authenticity to the character, making it a powerful narrative.”

Producer, Harman Baweja said, “We are thrilled to hear that Mrs. will have its Australian premiere at the prestigious Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. This film is very close to my heart and having it featured as one of the centrepieces of the festival is truly very fulfilling”

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2024 will be held from August 15 to August 25, marking its 15th year as the largest celebration of Indian cinema outside of India. The festival, which is the only Indian film festival outside of India backed by the government of another country, continues to bring diverse and compelling stories to the festival each year.

Also Read: Varun Dhawan sips chai and thanks Sanya Malhotra on sets of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, see pic

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