Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Late Dilip Kumar's Wife Saira Banu Hospitalised & Shifted To ICU
1744 days ago
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Late Dilip Kumar's Wife Saira Banu Hospitalised & Shifted To ICU

Mumbai, September 1, 2021: Late actor Dilip Kumar's wife, Saira Banu, who was admitted to Mumbai's Hinduja Hospital a couple of days ago after she complained of blood pressure-related issues, has been shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on Wednesday (September 1). ## According to reports, the 77-year old complained of issues related to blood pressure and was taken to the Hinduja Hospital three days ago. However, according to doctors, she is doing fine and out of danger. She will soon be discharged as there is nothing to worry about. ## Saira Banu's husband and actor Dilip Kumar died at the age of 98 in Mumbai in July this year. He was also admitted to Mumbai's Hinduja Hospital after he complained of breathlessness and he died there on July 7. Saira and Dilip Kumar were married for 54 years, and their love story will live on in the hearts of future generations. ## Saira Banu and Dilip Kumar were co-stars of films such as Sagina, Gopi, Bairaag and Duniya. The actress married Dilip Kumar in October 1966. Saira was always with Dilip Kumar during his final days at the hospital. ## Stay tuned...

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Bigg Boss 13 Fame Himanshi Khurana Is Glad To Be Working With Gippy Grewal & Neeru Bajwa In Punjabi Movie 'Shava Ni Girdhari Lal'
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Bigg Boss 13 Fame Himanshi Khurana Is Glad To Be Working With Gippy Grewal & Neeru Bajwa In Punjabi Movie 'Shava Ni Girdhari Lal'

Chandigarh, September 1, 2021: Punjabi singer-actress and Bigg Boss 13 fame, Himanshi Khurana will next be seen in the Punjabi movie "Shava Ni Girdhari Lal". The actress will be sharing screen space with actor-singer Gippy Grewal and Neeru Bajwa. ## Speaking about working with Gippy Grewal and Neeru Bajwa, Himanshi said, "I am so glad that I would be working with such acclaimed and terrific artists such as Gippy sir and Neeru Bajwa maam. I have loved all his songs and movies. The film has a great script and it was an immediate yes from my side". ## "It has been a lovely ride so far. I can't wait for the audience to watch this one. It will be released in December and I am sure people would love it. It's a film to be watched with the entire family and I can't give out too much about the movie in excitement. Love and light to all". ## Shava Ni Girdhari Lal is directed by Gippy Grewal from a screenplay co-written with Rana Ranbir. It is produced by Gippy Grewal, Vashu Bhagnani, and Ashu Munish Sahani under the banners of Humble Motion Pictures, Pooja Entertainment, and Omjee Star Studios. ## The film is a period comedy and the plot is set in the 1940s. It also stars Gurpreet Ghuggi, Karamjit Anmol, Sara Gurpal, Surilie Gautam, among others in key roles. The movie is scheduled to release on December 17 in theaters worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

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Pankaj Tripathi To Begin Shooting Of 'Oh My God 2' From Today Featuring Akshay Kumar As Lord Krishna!
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Pankaj Tripathi To Begin Shooting Of 'Oh My God 2' From Today Featuring Akshay Kumar As Lord Krishna!

Mumbai, September 1, 2021: Akshay Kumar is all set to return as lord Krishna in the sequel of 2012 hit, Oh My God. The social comedy also stars Pankaj Tripathi in the lead reprising Paresh Rawal's role. Recently, it was revealed that actress Yami Gautam has been roped in to play the female lead in this Amit Rai directorial. ## While the movie is yet to be announced officially, according to reports, the filming of Oh My God 2 has begun in Mumbai today (September 1) with Pankaj Tripathi. He will be shooting for his solo sequences over the next few days and will then be joined by Yami Gautam. ## Akshay Kumar, who is currently in the UK for shooting of his next, will join OMG 2 shoot in October. He has allotted 15 to 20 days for his role of Lord Krishna in the film, produced by Ashwin Varde with Akshay Kumar himself. ## It is said that Ashwin Varde with Akshay Kumar have been working OMG 2 script for a long time, and decided on the sequel to take forward only after being satisfied that the script was better than the first part. It is said to be an intresting subject which will surprise the audience. ## Stay tuned...

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Shershaah Featuring Sidharth Malhotra And Kiara Advani Emerged As The Most Watched Movie On Amazon Prime Video
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Shershaah Featuring Sidharth Malhotra And Kiara Advani Emerged As The Most Watched Movie On Amazon Prime Video

Mumbai, August 31, 2021: Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani starrer "Shershaah" is having a dream digital run. Vikram Batra's biopic, which debuted on Amazon Prime Video on August 12, opened with a homogenous response from the critics and audiences and now, this Vishnu Vardhaan directorial has become the number 1 watched movie on Prime Video. ## The streaming platform announced that Shershaah has been streamed in 4100+ Indian cities and towns and watched in over 210 countries and territories around the world. The movie is produced by Karan Johar, Hiroo Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Shabbir Boxwala, Ajay Shah, Himanshu Gandhi under the banner of Dharma Productions, and Kaash Entertainment. ## Karan Johar took to Twitter and wrote, "We are the #1 watched film on Amazon Prime Video! Grateful, overwhelmed & exhilarated by the LOVE & RESPECT that has poured in for #Shershaah. Been an honour to showcase a legacy that will go down in history, once again!". ## We are the #1 watched film on Amazon Prime Video! Grateful, overwhelmed & exhilarated by the LOVE & RESPECT that has poured in for #Shershaah. Been an honour to showcase a legacy that will go down in history, once again!❤️ pic.twitter.com/dnwt7vo0de— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) August 31, 2021 ## Shershaah is a biographical war film, based on the life of Army Captain and Param Veer Chakra Awardee, Vikram Batra. Sidharth Malhotra played the role of Batra who sacrificed his life during the Kargil War in 1999 to safeguard the nation. Kiara played Batra's love interest Dimple Cheema in the movie. ## Earlier, Shershaah became the highest-rated Bollywood movie on IMDb with a user rating of 8.9. It overtook Aamir Khan starrer 3 Idiots, and Dangal to claim the top spot on IMDb. ## Stay tuned...

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Award-Winning Malayalam Director Mahesh Narayanan To Make Hindi Film Debut With Phantom Hospital
1745 days ago
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Award-Winning Malayalam Director Mahesh Narayanan To Make Hindi Film Debut With Phantom Hospital

Mumbai, August 31, 2021: Award-winning Malayalam filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan, known for movies like Mālik, C U Soon, Take Off, Nayattu, among others, is all set to make his Hindi film debut as a director with the movie titled "Phantom Hospital". ## Based on an unprecedented investigation into the Indian healthcare system, "Phantom Hospital" will be produced by Priti Shahani, the acclaimed Bollywood producer behind pathbreaking movies such as Talvar, Raazi, and Badhaai Ho in association with the award-winning investigative journalist and author, Josy Joseph's Confluence Media. ## "Phantom Hospital" story and screenplay is written by Akash Mohimen and Mahesh Narayanan. The thriller film also marks the debut of Priti Shahani's new production house, Tusk Tale Films, in the market. Shahani aims to produce great stories, especially those rooted in reality and rigorous investigation under his new production house. ## Speaking about the "Phantom Hospital", Priti Shahani said in a statement, "All of us have been victims of it unknowingly, and through this film, we hope to wake up the audience to a new reality". ## "At Tusk Tale Films, it is our endeavor to champion stories that are reflective of our times that are rich with emotions, and have the ability to resonate with all. I am excited to partner with Mahesh Narayanan, whose stories have traveled to a nationwide audience, and is truly a visionary filmmaker, and India's finest investigative journalist Josy Joseph. Together we aim to make an entertaining film that uncovers one of the most shocking scandals in our country", she added. ## #PhantomHospital story and screenplay is written by #AkashMohimen and #MaheshNarayanan... #PritiShahani [associated with #Talvar, #Raazi and #BadhaaiHo] and award-winning investigative journalist and author #JosyJoseph [Confluence Media] will produce the film.— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) August 31, 2021 ## Josy Joseph, Founder of Confluence Media, said, "The strange thing about India is that its real stories are far more dramatic than any that a writer can imagine up, but those have not been harnessed enough for visual storytelling. I am confident that Phantom Hospital will be a pathbreaking movie that will showcase Mahesh's mastery over the craft and Priti's capability to see through challenging projects". ## On his Hindi film debut, Mahesh Narayanan said, "I was instantly drawn to the story inspired by true incidents in the healthcare sector of India. It gives me immense pleasure to associate with Priti Shahani, who as a producer, has consistently delivered quality content, and Josy Joseph, whose meticulous research has added great layers to the story. My films have received so much love from the Hindi audiences that I am truly looking forward to directing my first Hindi feature". ## Stay tuned...

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Shah Rukh Khan's Film With Director Atlee Goes On Floors In September 2021!
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Shah Rukh Khan's Film With Director Atlee Goes On Floors In September 2021!

Mumbai, August 30, 2021: After taking a long break, Shah Rukh Khan has been shooting nonstop to make a grand comeback on the big screen. The superstar was shooting for his upcoming actioner, "Pathan" since last year, and recently concluded the Mumbai schedule of this Siddharth Anand directorial. ## While the "Pathan" team is currently working on an overseas schedule next, SRK is reportadly focussing on his next with Tamil director Atlee. According to the latest reports, the Dilwale actor will kick start shooting for Atlee's yet-untitled film in September in Pune. While the movie is yet to be announced, reports say that Atlee's film with SRK is to be announced officially on the first day of production. ## It is the first time when SRK is teaming up with director Atlee in his Hindi directorial debut. The film will also star South Indian actress Nayanthara, who will be making her Bollywood debut with this film along with Sanya Malhotra and Sunil Grover, who is said to appear in this stylish entertainer. ## Shah Rukh Khan's was last seen on the big screen in the film "Zero", directed by Anand L Rai. Released in December 2018, the movie disappointed at the box office and proved to be a disaster. Since then, SRK hasn't announced his next film, though, he is set to make his comeback with Pathan under Yash Raj Films' banner. Apart from Pathan and Atlee's film, SRK will also be collaborating with Rajkumar Hirani for the first time for a social drama film. ## Stay tuned...

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Makers of Prabhas & Pooja Hegde Starrer 'Radhe Shyam' Treat Fans With A Krishna Janmashtami Special Poster
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Bollywood

Makers of Prabhas & Pooja Hegde Starrer 'Radhe Shyam' Treat Fans With A Krishna Janmashtami Special Poster

Hyderabad, August 30, 2021: On the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami 2021, the makers of the upcoming Pan-India movie, Radhe Shyam starring Prabhas and Pooja Hegde unveiled a new poster. Touted to be a never-seen-before love drama, Prabhas is returning to the romance genre after over a decade with Radhe Shyam. ## In the new poster, the Saaho actor looks classy in the poster as he sports a tuxedo. Pooja Hegde looks splendid and elegant as ever, sporting a breathtaking ball gown. Their sparkling chemistry in the new poster is nothing short of spectacular. Prabhas is playing the charactor named Vikramaditya while Pooja Hegde plays Prerna, and the two are set to teach fans a new meaning of love. ## As we celebrate Janmashtami, let Vikramaditya and Prerna teach you a new meaning of love! 💕 Here's wishing you all a very Happy Janmashtami! #RadheShyamStarring #Prabhas & @hegdepooja pic.twitter.com/3FZTeyUF5F— Radhe Shyam (@RadheShyamFilm) August 30, 2021 ## Directed by Radha Krishna Kumar, the multi-lingual love story is set in Europe in the 1970s. Shot extensively in Italy, Georgia, and Hyderabad, Radhe Shyam is mounted on a mega canvas, boasts of state-of-the-art visual effects, and will see Prabhas and Pooja in never-seen-before avatars.## Radhe Shyam is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Vamsi, and Pramod under the banners of T-Series and UV Creations. The movie also stars Krishnam Raju, Sachin Khedekar, Bhagyashree, Murali Sharma, Kunaal Roy Kapur, among others in key roles. The film is shot simultaneously in Telugu and Hindi languages and will also release in Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam on 14 January 2022, coinciding with the festival of Sankranthi. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's Heart 'Swell With Pride' As Bell Bottom Screened At World's Highest Mobile Theater In Ladakh
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Akshay Kumar's Heart 'Swell With Pride' As Bell Bottom Screened At World's Highest Mobile Theater In Ladakh

Mumbai, August 30, 2021: Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar's espionage thriller "Bell Bottom" released in theaters on August 19 across the world, becoming the first Bollywood biggie to get a theatrical release amid the covid-19 pandemic. ## Despite not earning as much as makers expected, this Ranjit Tewari directorial has managed to bring the audiences back to theaters. Bell Bottom has already become the highest grosser Bollywood movie amid the pandemic and it is doing decent business. The movie was released without Maharasthra - the biggest market for a Hindi film, and with just 50% occupancy in most of the other states. ## On the other hand, Akshay took to social media on Sunday and shared an update about his film. In quite a remarkable achievement, the superstar announced that his Bell Bottom was being screened at the world's highest mobile theatre at Leh in Ladakh.## Sharing the picture of the mobile theater in Ladakh, Akshay wrote on Twitter, "Makes my heart swell with pride that BellBottom was screened at World's highest mobile theatre at Leh in Ladakh. At an altitude of 11562 ft, the theatre can operate at -28 degrees C. What an amazing feat!". ## Makes my heart swell with pride that BellBottom was screened at World’s highest mobile theatre at Leh in Ladakh. At an altitude of 11562 ft, the theatre can operate at -28 degrees C. What an amazing feat! pic.twitter.com/5ozbpkTCIb— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 29, 2021 ## Bell Bottom is based on a real-life hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight in 1984 during Indira Gandhi's tenure as PM of India. Akshay Kumar plays a RAW agent in the film who was sent on a secret mission to rescue the 210 hostages. It also stars Lara Dutta, Vaani Kapoor, and Huma Qureshi in key roles. ## Meanwhile, Akshay is currently in London as he is shooting for his next with his Bell Bottom team. The movie, tentatively titled, Mission Cinderella, also stars Rakul Preet Singh as the female lead. ## Stay tuned...

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The Immortal Ashwatthama Featuring Vicky Kaushal And Sara Ali Khan Is Not Shelved, Clarifies Producer Ronnie Screwvala
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The Immortal Ashwatthama Featuring Vicky Kaushal And Sara Ali Khan Is Not Shelved, Clarifies Producer Ronnie Screwvala

Mumbai, August 29, 2021: Earlier in January this year, actor Vicky Kaushal reunited with the team of Uri: The Surgical Strike for an ambitious science-fiction superhero film, The Immortal Ashwatthama. The movie was expected to commence shooting in the second half of 2021, but the second covid-19 wave spoiled the party. ## Recently, it was reported that the movie has been put on hold indefinitely due to budget issues. It was also said that producer Ronnie Screwvala had invested Rs. 30 crores loss on the pre-production work but now the investment has gone for a toss as the makers were not able to take the movie on floors due to various issues. Being an ambitious sci-fi film that needs a lot of VFX work, the budget of the film was increasing, and keeping that in mind, it was reported that the makers shelved the project. ## However, the producer Screwvala has now clarified that the movie has not been shelved but has been postponed for another six to nine months. In a statement, Ronnie Screwvala said that in the final draft of the script, the ambition of the movie and budget did not match, plus the uncertainty due to covid-19, didn't help either. ## The producer further said in the statement that keeping all things in mind, he along with Vicky Kaushal and director Aditya Dhar has decided to push the movie for another 6 to 9 months, for which, the leading lady of the film Sara Ali Khan also agreed. The team will now work to manage the budget and will kick off once the overall situation gets better. ## #TheImmortalAshwatthama is just postponed, not shelved... Producer @RonnieScrewvala clarifies that their ambitious sci-fi project is very much on, however, will happen only later when situation is better! @vickykaushal09 @RSVPMovies pic.twitter.com/yUHjPX5ZFp— Rahul Raut (@Rahulrautwrites) August 29, 2021 ## Set around the contemporary times and modeled around Guru Dronacharya's son Ashwatthama, who in Mahabharata gets the curse to be immortal, Vicky Kaushal will play the character of Ashwatthama. Calling The Immortal Ashwatthama the biggest film of his career yet, Vicky Kaushal had earlier said it's going to be an exhilarating experience for him to explore technology alongside his craft. ## Stay tuned...

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Karan Johar Plans To Produce Biographical War Epic For Every Independence Day
1747 days ago
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Karan Johar Plans To Produce Biographical War Epic For Every Independence Day

Mumbai, August 29, 2021: Karan Johar is one of the biggest filmmakers in the Bollywood film industry. Over the years, he has produced and directed some of the most critically and commercially acclaimed films. The star producer has his hands full of blockbuster movies. ## Karan Johar under his production house, Dharma Productions has plenty of films lined up including Sooryavanshi, Brahmastra, Liger, Jug Jugg Jeeyo, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, among few others. Apart from these movies, the filmmaker has a plan to produce biographical war epics every Independence day. ## According to reports, Karan Johar, after the critical and mass success of two war-hero bio-pics - Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl in 2020 and Shershaah in 2021, which were both released during the Independence Day weekend, intends to make his Independence Day films a regular occurrence. He has already acquired the biopic rights of a Gandhian and freedom fighter of India, Usha Mehta, which will be released during Independence day weekend in 2022. ## Usha Mehta, who ran an underground pirate radio called Congress Radio during the Quit India Movement and gave tough time to the British Government, was conferred with Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award of India, post-Independence. Her biopic will be directed by Kannan Iyer. ## Apart from Mehta's biopic, Karan recently announced the untold story of C. Sankaran Nair, who fought a legendary courtroom battle to uncover the truth about the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. According to reports, Karan Johar is looking to gather the names and achievements of other soldiers, war heroes and freedom fighters. ## Stay tuned...

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Indian Chief of Army Staff Praises Sidharth Malhotra And Kiara Advani Starrer 'Shershaah' For Realistic Portrayal of the Kargil War
1747 days ago
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Indian Chief of Army Staff Praises Sidharth Malhotra And Kiara Advani Starrer 'Shershaah' For Realistic Portrayal of the Kargil War

Mumbai, August 29, 2021: Bollywood biographical drama, Shershaah, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani has been the talk of the town ever since it was released on Amazon Prime Video on August 12. The movie has been receiving accolades all around for making one of the best war movies of Indian cinema. ## The Chief of Army Staff, General MM Naravane praised the movie for its realistic portrayal of the 1999 Kargil War. The movie is based on the life of the late war veteran Captain Vikram Batra (PVC). ## In a letter to producer Shabbir Boxwala, the Chief of Army staff wrote, "It was a memorable and nostalgic experience attending the premiere of the movie based on Capt. Vikram Batra PVC and interacting with the cast and crew of the movie. I appreciate the genuine efforts made by the entire crew in depicting realistic battle scenes of the Kargil war and the espirit-de-corps of the Indian Army". ## The Chief of Army staff went on to say that "war movies have always had an endearing impact on people of all ages, especially the youth. These movies have immortalized our soldiers in the heart of every Indian. We have grown up watching these films, which have captured the valour and travails of our armed forces. This movie, like similar war movies in the past, will definitely motivate us all". ## Shabbir Boxwala, in return, said, "Humbled and beyond delighted to have received such high praise for Shershaah from our Chief of the Army Staff, Gen. Naravane. Our years of hard work have paid off. Long live Vikram Batra. Long live the Indian Army!". ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shabbir Boxwala (@shabbirboxwalaofficial) ## Shershaah is directed by Vishnu Varadhan and produced by Karan Johar, Hiroo Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Shabbir Boxwala, Ajay Shah, Himanshu Gandhi under the banner of Dharma Productions, Kaash Entertainment. It has also become the highest rate Bollywood movie on IMDb with a rating of 8.9. ## Stay tuned...

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I Want To Become Better Than What I Am Already: Kriti Sanon
1747 days ago
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I Want To Become Better Than What I Am Already: Kriti Sanon

Mumbai, August 29, 2021: Kriti Sanon is one of the actresses who has made her name in the Bollywood film industry in just seven years. The actress has delivered hits like 'Heropanti', 'Bareilly Ki Barfi' and 'Lukka Chuppi'. Kriti is enjoying the success of her latest release, Mimi, which premiered on Netflix. ## Despite the success Kriti has got so far, she does not want to stop and be satisfied with where she is as she believes that there is still a lot more inside of her to discover. Going forward, Kriti has his hands full of movies like 'Hum Do Humare Do', 'Bachchan Pandey', 'Bhediya', and 'Adipurush', in which, she will be seen in completely different avatars. ## In an interview with IANS, Kriti spoke about her journey in Bollywood. "I think my journey has been very fruitful and I believe that your journey should have an upward curve and a graph it shouldn't go stagnant at any point. There should be something that you are constantly learning and growing and I am not from a film background and I didn't think of becoming an actor for the longest time". ## "I want to become better than what I am already doing and that has always been a driving force for me. I am just happy to see that I have grown I have learned a lot more about my craft. I know a lot more emotions and acting as a process of a craft of mine. I am not satisfied with where I am, I am sure that there is still a lot more inside me to discover. So, that is what is exciting", she added. ## Stay tuned...

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