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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Salman Khan and his family have always stood with us, says Saroj Khan's daughter
2165 days ago
Bollywood

Salman Khan and his family have always stood with us, says Saroj Khan's daughter

One of the best choreographers of the Hindi cinema, Saroj Khan had passed away on Friday, July 3 due to a cardiac arrest. She was known as a 'Mother of dance' who choreographed more than 2000 songs in her more than forty years of career. During the period, she won 3 national awards and several other awards at different platforms. ## However, there was a time when she had no work and was going through a tough period of life. At that time, Salman Khan came forward and had extended his support to her and promised films, as Saroj Khan once had revealed. Recently, the late choreographer's daughter Sukaina also shared how Salman Khan and his family have always supported them. ## She said, "Salman sir and his family, whether Alvira or Alizeh, have always stood strong with us as a family. They always came forward and are there for us". ## Sukaina also revealed that once Salman Khan helped her son who went undergo for his heart surgery and Salman Khan quickly got in touch with them after his niece Alizeh informed him. "My son had this heart issue. He had to go through urgent heart surgery, Salman sir called up mom one day because he heard about it from Alizeh", Sukaina said.## "He told mom, 'You tell me I am your son and you don’t tell me what happened'. And after she explained to him, he said, "please back down and I will do my best. Please don't worry about anything, just let me go and get it done", she added.## Stay tuned...

Sushant Singh Rajput fans demand CBI enquiry, trend #BreakTheSilenceForSushant on Twitter
2166 days ago
Bollywood

Sushant Singh Rajput fans demand CBI enquiry, trend #BreakTheSilenceForSushant on Twitter

It has been nearly three weeks since Sushant Singh Rajput claimed his life by hanging in his Mumbai apartment on June 14. Considering its a suspicious suicide, Mumbai police has been investigating his death and probing Sushant's colleagues in the industry and recording their statement. ## On the other hand, late actor's fans are not happy with the way things are going as they believe his death did not happen by suicide, hence, his fans are demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the actor’s death.## The hashtag #BreakTheSilenceForSushant has been trending throughout the Friday on Twitter. Here are some of the tweets regarding the trend. ## "So many things are proving that it is a murder. Mumbai police needs to understand that he didn't deserve this kind of death. He wanted to live. Please guys RAISE YOUR VOICE !!!", a user tweeted.## "Why is the media silent? Why Bollywood silent? Why politicians silent? Why police desperate to close the case? Let justice be done to Sushant s soul Culprits got to be punished #BreakTheSilenceForSushant #CBIMustSushant", tweeted another user questioning the legal process.## "There's enough proof this was a murder. Please @narendramodi @PMOIndia there's a killer on the loose. This is a serious issue. No one helping us, especially the police, is only insisting that bigger names are involved. #CBIMustForSushant #BreakTheSilenceForSushant #cbiforshushant", urged a user.## "True, depressed cant be creative, in recent insta posts also Sushant was learning coding. If Rhea found, he was depressed y didn't she inform 2 his family but left him. Does any lover in this world does so Where we leave our loved ones to suffer alone? #BreakTheSilenceForSushant", voices another user.## "Yes, I am broken. Yes, I am hiding of not crying. Yes, I feel voidness inside me, because HE left. But, my fire WITHIN is turned into VOLCANO. I demand JUSTICE for @itsSSR. I demand to #BreakTheSilenceForSushant @PMOIndia", tweeted another user.## There are a lot of tweets regarding the trend are floating on social media. While fans are continuously raising their voices in this matter, some of the people from Bollywood have also supported the demand for CBI enquiry. BJP MP and senior actor, Roopa Ganguly was one of the first to ask for the CBI enquiry in Sushant's death. ## However, it is also important to know that the postmortem reports have clearly indicated that it was a suicide nothing else. Mumbai police, however, figuring out what were the reasons that forced Sushant to take such a decision. ## Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn's Maidaan will be released on 13 August 2021
2167 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn's Maidaan will be released on 13 August 2021

Ajay Devgn starrer upcoming biographical sports film 'Maidaan' has been postponed and will now release on 13 August 2021. Directed by Amit Ravindernath Sharma, the film will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam languages. ## Ajay Devgn took to Twitter and announced the new release date of the movie. "2021 Independence week. An untold story that will make every Indian proud. 13th August mark the date. #Maidaan2021", the actor wrote in the caption.## 2021 Independence week. An untold story that will make every Indian proud. 13th August mark the date. #Maidaan2021@priyamani6 @raogajraj @BoneyKapoor @iAmitRSharma @freshlimefilms @SaiwynQ @ActorRudranil @writish @saregamaglobal @ZeeStudios_ @ZeeStudiosInt pic.twitter.com/we6JPgu2Ui— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 4, 2020 ## The movie 'Maidaan' is based on a true event and tells the story of the golden era of Indian football 1952-1962. The film features Ajay Devgn and Priyamani in the lead roles. Mr. Devgn stars as football coach Syed Abdul Rahim. It also stars Gajraj Rao and Rudranil Ghosh in important roles.## The film is produced by Zee Studios, Boney Kapoor, Akash Chawla, and Arunava Joy Sengupta. Earlier, Instead of Priyamani, Keerthi Suresh was cast to play a lead female role, but due to her recent weight loss, she and the makers have decided that she doesn't fit in this role.## Earlier, the movie was scheduled for release on 11 December 2020 but due to the COVID-19 pandemic and nationwide lockdown, the makers were forced to announce the new release date as a lot of work yet to be done on the film.## Stay tuned...

Ajay Devgn to make a film on Galwan Valley clash between India and China
2167 days ago
Bollywood

Ajay Devgn to make a film on Galwan Valley clash between India and China

Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn is set to make a film on the recent Galwan Valley clash between India and China that took place on June 15-16. During the violent clash in the Valley, the Indian Army fought bravely and caused China heavy casualties. However, unfortunately, during the clash, 20 Indian soldiers also lost their lives. ## Now, Ajay Devgn's FFilms in collaboration with Select Media Holdings LLP will narrate the story of the sacrifice of 20 Indian army men, who fought the Chinese army. The title of the movie and the cast will be finalized later. ## IT'S OFFICIAL... #AjayDevgn to make film on #GalwanValley clash... The film - not titled yet - will narrate the story of sacrifice of 20 #Indian army men, who fought the #Chinese army... Cast not finalized... Ajay Devgn FFilms and Select Media Holdings LLP will produce the film. pic.twitter.com/yaM6rPcK7Z— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 4, 2020 ## It will be a great tribute to the Indian Army that is doing everything to keep our borders safe from enemies. ## Ajay Devgn, on the other hand, preparing for his next movie, Bhuj: The Pride Of India that will be premiered on Dinsey+Hotstar. The story of Bhuj is also based on the valor of brave Indian soldiers. Its story is set during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 in which Ajay Devgn plays IAF Squadron Leader, Vijay Karnik. ## Stay tuned...

"Saroj Khan was my first genuine teacher in the film industry", writes Shah Rukh Khan
2167 days ago
Bollywood

"Saroj Khan was my first genuine teacher in the film industry", writes Shah Rukh Khan

In the early hours of Friday morning on July 3, an ace dance choreographer of India, Saroj Khan took her last breath as the 71-year-old died due to cardiac arrest. She was recently admitted to Guru Nanak Hospital for breathing issues where she suffered cardiac arrest. The three times national award winner was one of the most respected and celebrated choreographers of the Hindi film industry.## Superstar Shah Rukh Khan who had worked with Saroj Khan in movies like Baazigar, Pardes, Swades, Devdas, and others took to Twitter and paid his tribute to Saroj Khan and remembered how caring and loving person she was. He wrote,## "My first genuine teacher in the film industry. She taught me for hours how to do the ‘dip’ for film dancing. One of the most caring, loving & inspiring persona I have ever met. Will miss you Sarojji. May Allah bless her soul. Thank u for looking after me".## My first genuine teacher in the film industry. She taught me for hours how to do the ‘dip’ for film dancing. One of the most caring, loving & inspiring persona i have ever met. Will miss you Sarojji. May Allah bless her soul. Thank u for looking after me.— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) July 3, 2020 ## Saroj Khan has choreographed some of the most iconic dance sequences to date including 'Ek Do Teen', 'Dola Re Dola', 'Hawa Hawai', 'Dola Re Dola' and many more. Over the career of forty-year, she had choreographed more than 2000 songs. For 'Dola Re Dola', 'Yeh Ishq Haaye', and Tamil movie 'Sringaram' she won national awards for the Best Choreography.## Stay tuned...

Sadak 2 lends in trouble after a complaint lodged against Mahesh Bhatt and Alia Bhatt for hurting Hindu sentiments
2168 days ago
Bollywood

Sadak 2 lends in trouble after a complaint lodged against Mahesh Bhatt and Alia Bhatt for hurting Hindu sentiments

Alia Bhatt and Aditya Roy Kapoor starrer Sadak 2 lends in trouble even before its release. Recently, the makers of the movie released the first look poster of the movie and now a complaint has been filed before a court in Muzaffarpur, Bihar on Thursday against filmmakers Mahesh Bhatt and Mukesh Bhatt, along with actress Alia Bhatt, who have been accused of 'hurting Hindu sentiments' through the poster.## The complaint was lodged by Acharya Chandra Kishore Parashar, a resident of Sikandarpur locality of the town, through his advocate Sonu Kumar. ## The complainant has taken exception to the use of an image of Kailash Mansarovar in the poster of the movie. Chief Judicial Magistrate, Mukesh Kumar, fixed July 08 as the next date of hearing in the case, lodged under IPC sections 295A (deliberately outraging religious feelings) and 120B (criminal conspiracy).## Sadak 2 is a romantic thriller film which is a sequel to the blockbuster movie of 1991 'Sadak'. It is produced by Mukesh Bhatt while Mahesh Bhatt is making his comeback after more than 2 decades as a director. His last movie as a director was 'Kartoos' starring Sanjay Dutt released in 1999. ## Along with the new star cast, Sadak also stars Sanjay Dutt and Pooja Bhatt who featured in the original Sadak while Jisshu Sengupta, Gulshan Grover, Priyanka Bose, Akshay Anand, and Mohammed Iqbal Khan also playing an important role in the movie. ## Click here to see all 7 movies posters ## The poster of the movie was released during a virtual press conference on Disney+Hotstar on June 29. Disney Plus Hotstar announced 7 movies including Sadak 2 on Tuesday that will be premiered between July and October. ## Stay tuned...

Film fraternity mourns the demise of the veteran choreographer Saroj Khan
2168 days ago
Bollywood

Film fraternity mourns the demise of the veteran choreographer Saroj Khan

An ace choreographer who choreographed some of the iconic songs of the Hindi cinema, Saroj Khan passed away early morning on Friday (July 3) due to sudden cardiac arrest in Mumbai. She was 71-year old. The three times national award winner was hailed as one of the most prominent dance choreographers of India and was famously known as "The Mother of Dance/Choreography in India". ## The news of the veteran choreographer's death saddened the film fraternity. B-towners took to their social media handles and paid condolences to the pure soul.## Rest in peace Sarojji.. u were an inspiration to many, myself included. Thank you for the songs🙏🏻 #SarojKhan— Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) July 3, 2020 ## I'm devastated by the loss of my friend and guru, Saroj Khan. Will always be grateful for her work in helping me reach my full potential in dance. The world has lost an amazingly talented person. I will miss you💔 My sincere condolences to the family. #RIPSarojji— Madhuri Dixit Nene (@MadhuriDixit) July 3, 2020 ## Woke up to the sad news that legendary choreographer #SarojKhan ji is no more. She made dance look easy almost like anybody can dance, a huge loss for the industry. May her soul rest in peace 🙏🏻— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) July 3, 2020 ## She had choreographed some of the finest and most memorable dances of Indian cinema.RIP #SarojKhanAnother gem lost. Prayers for her soul.. and strength to the family to tide over the grief.— bhagyashree (@bhagyashree123) July 3, 2020 ## Saddened to hear about legendary #SarojKhan Such a vision she was while dancing with unparalleled technical skills. Each of her songs is a masterpiece. Keep them all gyrating Master ji 💃💃💃 #RestInPeace 🙏🏼 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/DGAZjoRj5G— Urmila Matondkar (@UrmilaMatondkar) July 3, 2020 ## Really heartbreaking news .. Saroj khan ji has given us so many gems which will be remembered forever .. May her soul rest in peace 🙏 #SarojKhan— Shankar Mahadevan (@Shankar_Live) July 3, 2020 ## My first choreographer in Bollywood our "Master Ji" 💗I was lucky to begin with the best dance Guru!! As petrified I was of Her strictness for perfection, Her golden compliments stay with me forever 🙏May She find greater happiness in the Higher World #SarojKhan 🙏— AMRITA RAO (@AmritaRao) July 3, 2020 ## 2020 please don’t give any more bad news . So sad to hear about #SarojKhan ma’am . Always dreamt of doing atleast one song Choreographed by her. Your grace and contribution to indian cinema shall always be remembered. May your soul RIP. Strength to the family ❤️— Rakul Singh (@Rakulpreet) July 3, 2020 ## Saroji you will be missed🙏 #RIPSarojKhan— sonu sood (@SonuSood) July 3, 2020 ## Stay tuned...

Vidya Balan starrer Shakuntala Devi biopic release date finalized
2168 days ago
Bollywood

Vidya Balan starrer Shakuntala Devi biopic release date finalized

The makers of the Vidya Balan starrer 'Shakuntala Devi' have finalized the release date of the movie. While the movie had already been decided to release on Amazon Prime Video, it is now will be premiered worldwide on July 31. ## Vidya Balan took to her Twitter handle and shared the news of the release date sharing a video in which she can be seen doing some fun mathematical calculations before reaching on the number of the release date. She wrote, "Experience the story of an extraordinary mind! #ShakuntalaDeviOnPrime premieres July 31, on @PrimeVideoIN".## Experience the story of an extraordinary mind! #ShakuntalaDeviOnPrime premieres July 31, on @PrimeVideoIN @sanyamalhotra07 @TheAmitSadh @jisshusengupta @anumenon1805@sonypicsprodns @vikramix @Abundantia_Ent@ShikhaaSharma03 pic.twitter.com/kdi6os0gop— vidya balan (@vidya_balan) July 2, 2020 ## Shakuntala Devi is a biographical film based on the life of mathematician Shakuntala Devi, who was also known as the "human computer". Vidya Balan has portrayed the role of the math vizard.## The movie is directed by Anu Menon while it is co-produced by Vikram Malhotra's Abundantia Entertainment and Sony Pictures Networks India. The biopic is written by Anu Menon, Nayanika Mahtani, and Ishita Moitra.## Apart from Vidya Balan, the film also stars Sanya Malhotra as Shakuntala's daughter along with Jisshu Sengupta as Shakuntala's husband. ## Stay tuned...

Good Newwz to re-release in Sri Lanka on July 2
2168 days ago
Bollywood

Good Newwz to re-release in Sri Lanka on July 2

With the cinemas re-opening up slowly across the globe, the blockbuster Hindi movie of 2019, Good Newwz has been re-released in Sri Lanka on July 2 (Today). Earlier today, the PVR cinemas announced that its re-opening 9 screen multiplex in Colombo, Sri Lanka.## Dharma Productions that co-produced Good News, took to its official Twitter handle and shared the news. The production house wrote, "Sri Lanka, get ready for some #GoodNewwz! Bringing the biggest goof-up comedy at your nearest cinemas today!".## Sri Lanka, get ready for some #GoodNewwz! 😃 Bringing the biggest goof-up comedy at your nearest cinemas today! pic.twitter.com/iIyoxvyMpa— Dharma Productions (@DharmaMovies) July 2, 2020 ## Good Newz is a comedy-drama film that was released worldwide on 27 December 2019. It is directed by Raj Mehta in his directorial debut while Zee Studios, Dharma Productions, and Cape of Good Films produced the film. ## The film stars Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, Kiara Advani, and Diljit Dosanjh in the leading roles while Tisca Chopra, Adil Hussain, Mohit Raina, and Anjana Sukhani also played important roles. ## A day after movie released in Sri Lanka, the makers also announced its re-release in Canada from July 3.## Stay tuned...

Multiplex Association of India writes to Ministry of Home Affairs seeking re-opening of cinemas
2168 days ago
Bollywood

Multiplex Association of India writes to Ministry of Home Affairs seeking re-opening of cinemas

The Multiplex Association of India disappointed as the cinemas and multiplexes continue to remain in prohibited activities under the central government's Unlock 2.0 guidelines despite knowing the fact that most of the things are being opened up. ## On Thursday, July 2, the association writes to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) seeking the re-opening of cinemas. It stated that the reopening of cinemas can set an example of how social distancing guidelines can be exercised in a planned manner. It also gave an example of some of the countries that have opened up cinemas with the implementation of the highest degree of safety protocols. ## The Association also highlights that the multiplexes provide more than 200000 employment directly. Being the backbone of the film industry and generates 60% of revenues of the film business, the Association stressed out how the lockdown has brought the industry at a standstill with losses mounting every passing day. ## While the uncertainty over re-opening of cinemas remains to continue, the Association believes that even the theaters re-open now, it may take 3-6 months before things return anywhere close to normalcy. However, the Association believes that with the support of the government, they will be able to overcome all the challenges cinemas facing right now. ## Read the full statement below - ## IMPORTANT DEVELOPMENT... Multiplex Association of #India writes to Ministry of Home Affairs [#MHA]... OFFICIAL STATEMENT... pic.twitter.com/3z2jECSPPK— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 2, 2020 ## In a view of important development in the overseas entertainment industry, PVR cinemas have re-opened its 9 screen multiplex in Colombo in SriLanka today on July 2. Recently, the New Zealand government also allowed to re-open cinemas after the country became COVID-19 free. ## Stay tuned...

After GOI banned 59 Chinese apps, FWICE asks Bollywood stars not to endorse Chinese products
2169 days ago
Bollywood

After GOI banned 59 Chinese apps, FWICE asks Bollywood stars not to endorse Chinese products

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the tensions have increased between India and China at the border after a violent face-off on June 15-16 at Line Of Actual Control (LAC) between the two nuclear nations. A few days after, the government of India took a bold decision and banned 59 Chinese apps including Tik Tok, Xender, UC Browser, and Shareit. ## Now, supporting the GOI's move, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has passed a statement and asked Bollywood stars not to endorse any Chinese product. The statement read as follows, "We, therefore, request all not to endorse any Chinese brand in the wake of the ongoing tension between the two countries".## "It is an issue of serious concern and we should all give utter priority to the safety and security of our Nation. For us, the 'Nation comes First'. Hence, we appeal all to kindly refrain from promoting any Chinese products or related brands".## Several Bollywood stars including Amir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Sara Ali Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Deepika Padukone, and others promote mobile phones that are made in china. And now, it seems that after FWICE's plea, the star will have to drop out of their endorsements. ## It is surely a good move by the FWICE. It will also give a big boost to Narendra Modi's 'Make In India' campaign. ## Stay tuned...

Vaani Kapoor to star opposite Akshay Kumar in Bell Bottom
2169 days ago
Bollywood

Vaani Kapoor to star opposite Akshay Kumar in Bell Bottom

Akshay Kumar's upcoming Bollywood biggie 'Bell Bottom' has found its lead lady as Vaani Kapoor who last seen in War has been finalized for the movie. The actress took to social media and shared some lovely pictures with her co-star Akshay Kumar. ## She wrote in the caption, "Super Super Thrilled & Excited for this one !! Teaming up with the one & only @akshaykumar Sir 💥 🤩Can't wait !!! #Bellbottom Let's get this started".## View this post on Instagram Super Super Thrilled & Excited for this one !! Teaming up with the one & only @akshaykumar Sir 💥 🤩Can't wait !!! #Bellbottom Let's get this started ❤️ #VashuBhagnani @ranjitmtewari @jackkybhagnani @deepshikhadeshmukh @onlyemmay @madhubhojwani @nikkhiladvani @emmayentertainment @pooja_ent A post shared by Vaani Kapoor (@_vaanikapoor_) on Jul 1, 2020 at 9:06pm PDT ## Bell Bottom will be Vaani Kapoor's first onscreen pairing with Akshay Kumar. The film is directed by Ranjit M. Tewari and co-produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani and Nikkhil Advani while Aseem Arrora and Parveez Shaikh have written the movie. ## Pooja Entertainment's Jackky Bhagnani spoke to IANS and said, "Vaani is an intelligent and effective actor and I have loved all her performances. The female lead in ”Bellbottom” has to be in sync with Akshay sir”s screen persona. The role is meaty and I am confident that Vaani will ace this one".## The movie is scheduled to release on 2 April 2021.##