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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Earth Day: Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar Encourages People To Go Vegetarian
1880 days ago
Bollywood

Earth Day: Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar Encourages People To Go Vegetarian

Mumbai, April 22, 2021: Former Miss World and Bollywood newcomer, Manushi Chhillar has continued to do humanitarian work for the betterment of society. On Earth Day (April 22), the beauty queen features in a new campaign for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), India, and encouraged people to go vegetarian. ## Manushi said that she has unlocked the benefits of being vegetarian and that everyone should give this diet a try. ## "For me, being a vegetarian was a personal choice and I have unlocked its benefits. This #EarthDay, I request everyone to give this diet a try, if they so choose to. Honoured to be featured by @PetaIndia to highlight how being a vegetarian can be a healthier diet alternative!" Manushi wrote on Twitter. ## For me, being a vegetarian was a personal choice and I have unlocked its benefits. This #EarthDay, I request everyone to give this diet a try, if they so choose to. Honoured to be featured by @PetaIndia to highlight how being a vegetarian can be a healthier diet alternative! pic.twitter.com/eU4HAbVZKn— Manushi Chhillar (@ManushiChhillar) April 22, 2021 ## On the work front, Manushi will soon be making her big Bollywood debut with the historical action drama film, Prithviraj. Superstar Akshay Kumar will be essaying the role of Prithviraj Chauhan while Manushi playing his love interest and beloved wife Sanyogita. Directed by Chandraprakash Dwivedi, the movie is scheduled for release on 5 November 2021. ## Apart from Prithviraj, Manushi, who won the Miss World title in 2017, will also be starring in the Vijay Krishna Acharya's directorial, "The Great Indian Family", for which the filming is currently underway. ## Stay tuned...

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Vijay Sethupathi And Soori To Star In Vetrimaaran's Next Directorial, Viduthalai; First Look Revealed
1880 days ago
Kollywood

Vijay Sethupathi And Soori To Star In Vetrimaaran's Next Directorial, Viduthalai; First Look Revealed

Chennai, April 22, 2021: Amid the speculations, the National Award-winning director, Vetrimaaran's next Tamil film with Vijay Sethupathi and Soori has been titled "Viduthalai". The movie is said to be based on the short story of a novel, Thunaivan written by Jeya Mohan. ## Produced by Elred Kumar's RS Infotainment and Vetrimaaran's Grassroot Company, the first look poster says that Vijay Sethupathi plays the mentor in the film and Soori plays the protagonist in a role of a cop. Sethupathi took to Twitter and revealed the menacing first look posters of himself and Soori.## Here it is @VetriMaaran ‘s #Viduthalai first look posters.#Ilaiyaraja @sooriofficial @elredkumar @rsinfotainment @VelrajR @mani_rsinfo @DoneChannel1 @CtcMediaboy pic.twitter.com/DxfKG1Lv9m— VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) April 22, 2021 ## The shooting of the film is currently underway and it is believed that the director has almost completed the shoot and only a few days remaining to wrap up the project. Veteran music composer Ilaiyaraaja is scoring the music for the film while National Award-winning stunt choreographer Peter Hein is choreographing the action scenes in Viduthalai.## After Viduthalai, Vertrimaaran will begin Suriya's "Vaadi Vasal". Meanwhile, the director's 2019 film, Asuran starring Dhanush won the National Award for the best feature in the Tamil language while Dhanush won the best actor's award with Manoj Bajpayee. ## Stay tuned...

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Disney Bags The Streaming Rights To Sony Pictures Films After Netflix Window Expires
1880 days ago
Hollywood

Disney Bags The Streaming Rights To Sony Pictures Films After Netflix Window Expires

After the historic deal with Netflix earlier this month, Sony Pictures has now inked another landmark deal with Disney, which will allow the platform to stream Sony's films on its streaming and TV platforms. ## The new deal, which will cover Sony's entire theatrical slate from 2022-26, will bring the films to Disney-owned streaming services Disney+ and Hulu, as well as to Disney's linear TV networks, including ABC, Disney Channels, Freeform, FX, and National Geographic.## However, as per Sony's earlier deal, Netflix will have the right to stream Sony pictures first after they completed their theatrical run. And once the first pay window deal (which usually comes 18 months after a film hits theaters) with Netflix expires, the new deal will see Sony's titles hit Disney platforms for their Pay 2 windows.## Read - Netflix Acquires Streaming Rights To Sony Feature Films Starting In 2022 In US## The library titles include films from Sony's Universe of Marvel Characters, such as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, as well as films from the Hotel Transylvania and Jumanji franchises. Sony's upcoming 2022 slate includes Morbius, Uncharted, Bullet Train, and the sequel to Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. ## Disney has been the streaming home for almost the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe, except the Spider-Man films such as Spider-Man: Homecoming and Spider-Man: Far From Home, which are currently not available at Disney's service. After the upcoming Netflix window expires, those films would be in play for Disney Plus. ## Stay tuned...

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Varun Dhawan Shares His Experience Shooting For Bhediya In Covid-Free Ziro
1880 days ago
Bollywood

Varun Dhawan Shares His Experience Shooting For Bhediya In Covid-Free Ziro

Mumbai, April 22, 2021: While most of the films' shoot have been put on hold amid the second wave of covid-19, Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon have wrapped the first schedule of their upcoming film, Bhediya. They were shooting in Arunachal Pradesh's Ziro that is one of the safest places in India at the moment. ## Varun took to social media and shared his experience of shooting amid the ongoing pandemic which has brought the world to its knees. ## "#bhediya 🐺 . Shooting a movie 🎥 during the pandemic has been extremely challenging but working under the leadership of @amarkaushik has been one of the most exhilarating and satisfying experiences for me. Amar bhai chalo khelte hain. Was extremely lucky to shoot in a covid free town like ziro in #ARUNACHALPRADESH", Varun wrote on Instagram and shared a picture of himself with director Amar Kaushik. ## A couple of days ago, Kriti Sanon too shared adorable pictures with Varun as she completed her schedule. Both Kriti and Varun are reuniting on Bhediya after five years when they shared screen space for the first time for "Dilwale" which also starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in the lead roles. ## Bhediya is a horror-comedy film directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan under his banner Maddock Films in association with Jio Studios. Bhediya is the third film after "Stree", and "Roohi" in the horror-comedy genre from the makers. ## The movie also stars Deepak Dobriyal and Abhishek Banerjee and it is scheduled to release theatrically worldwide on 14 April 2022. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by VarunDhawan (@varundvn) ## Stay tuned...

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Sonu Sood Wants Every Needy To Get Covid Vaccine For Free
1881 days ago
Bollywood

Sonu Sood Wants Every Needy To Get Covid Vaccine For Free

Mumbai, April 21, 2021: Actor Sonu Sood, who is currently battling with the coronavirus, feels the covid-19 vaccines will be provided for free of cost to every needy people in the country. The actor also said that there should be a cap on the pricing of the vaccines. ## After the union government announced that all people above 18 of age will be eligible to get the vaccine from May 1st, the largest vaccine manufacturer, Serum Institue said in a statement that it will provide its "Covishield" vaccine will be provided to states at Rs. 400 per dose and private hospital at Rs. 600 per dose while the price for centre stays at Rs. 150 a dose. ## "Every needy should get vaccine for free. Very important to put a cap on the pricing. Corporates and individuals who can afford should come forward to help everyone get vaccinated. धंधा फिर कभी और कर लेंगे।" Sonu Sood wrote on Twitter.## Every needy should get vaccine for free.Very important to put a cap on the pricing. Corporates and individuals who can afford should come forward to help everyone get vaccinated.धंधा फिर कभी और कर लेंगे। pic.twitter.com/PrPjGpjcdh— sonu sood (@SonuSood) April 21, 2021 ## However, some of the most affected states due to the virus including Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Assam have already announced that they will vaccinate their people for free of cost. ## Meanwhile, Sonu Sood is recovering from the covid-19. The actor recently announced on social media that he has tested positive and quarantined himself at home. He also said that there is nothing to worry about as he is doing fine. On the contrary, he said that he will now have more time to fix needy people's difficulties than ever before and assure them to help in any trouble. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar To Replace Kartik Aaryan From Dostana 2 On Karan Johar's Request?
1881 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar To Replace Kartik Aaryan From Dostana 2 On Karan Johar's Request?

Mumbai, April 21, 2021: After the ouster of Kartik Aaryan from Dharma Productions' Dostana 2 due to creative differences, everyone is speculating who would replace the actor as the new male lead in the film. ## While the official confirmation is yet to be made, reports claim that it is Akshay Kumar who came to rescue the production house. As per a report in HT, Dharma Productions has approached Akshay and requested him to join the cast of Collin D'Cunha directorial to save them from this tricky situation. ## "Karan Johar has personally requested Akshay to come on board Dostana 2 and help him out, as lots of money has already been invested in the shoot of the film. So, in all likelihood, Akshay will join the cast", said a source quoted by Hindustan Times.## On April 16, Dharma Productions issued a statement on Kartik Aaryan no longer being part of the film, though the exact reason behind Kartik's ouster wasn't revealed. However, it is said that Karan Johar was not happy with Kartik's "unprofessional behavior" which led to his omission from the sequel to Abhishek Bachchan and John Abraham starrer Dostana. The filmmaker also reportadly vowed not to work again with the actor in the future on any project. ## Talking about the film, Dostana 2 is a romantic comedy film about a brother and sister duo falling for the same guy. The film also stars Janhvi Kapoor and debutant Laksh Lalwani in the leading roles.## Stay tuned...

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B Praak Dedicates His National Award For Teri Mitti To His Fans
1881 days ago
Bollywood

B Praak Dedicates His National Award For Teri Mitti To His Fans

Mumbai, April 21, 2021: Singer B Praak was shot to fame after he sang "Teri Mitti" song from Akshay Kumar starrer "Kesari". The patriotic Hindi song which gives as a tribute to soldiers received a brilliant response from fans, and later, B Praak won the prestigious National Award as Best Playback Singer for the song. ## He calls the win a blessing and expresses gratitude. "It feels absolutely amazing as I never thought that I would one day get a National Award. It definitely makes me feel blessed to have got it. It's all due to God’s grace", B Praak told IANS.## When asked to whom he will dedicate this award, the singer said, "Definitely to my fans! They have always been one of my greatest support systems and are my constant inspiration. It's their continued blessings and love that helped me reach such heights of success and today has led me to receive a National Award".## The 35-year old singer from Punjab also recalled the reaction Akshay Kumar gave when he listened to the song for the first time. "I remember the first time I dubbed the song, Akshay Kumar sir called to congratulate me and conveyed how the song had touched his soul and appreciated how beautifully it was sung. I'll never forget his words where he said, you have sung the best song of my life. Hearing this, I was left speechless. That day I truly realized that this song would stay in my heart and this world forever".## Teri Mitti song was launched on 15 March 2019 while the movie, Kesari released on March 21. This song also has a female version which is sung by Parineeti Chopra who appeared in the movie as the female lead. The female version has 96 million views while the original song has 335 million views on Zee Music Company's Youtube channel. ## Stay tuned...

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Dulquer Salmaan Gives A Glimpse Of Lieutenant Ram From The Upcoming Untitled Multilingual Movie
1881 days ago
Mollywood

Dulquer Salmaan Gives A Glimpse Of Lieutenant Ram From The Upcoming Untitled Multilingual Movie

Kochi, April 21, 2021: It was reported last year that Vyjayanthi Movies will be joining hands with Dulquer Salmaan yet again for a period love story. And now, on the occasion of Ram Navami, makers have released a short video that gives us a glimpse of Salmaan's character as Lieutenant Ram. ## Said to be a period love story set in 1964, the untitled film will be directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, who is best known for directing movies like LIE, Padi Padi Leche Manasu, among others. The iconic production house Swapna Cinema is also associated with the movie. ## ## Just like Mahanati, this film too will be multi-lingual and will be released in three South Indian languages, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam. The music of the film will be composed by Vishal Chandrasekar. While the film is produced by Priyanka Dutt under Swapna Cinemas, it will be presented by Vyjayanthi Movies.## Meanwhile, Dulquer was last seen in the Tamil Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal, which released in early 2020. He is now waiting for the release of his upcoming film, Kurup. The Malayalam film is based on the life of Kerala's most-wanted criminal Sukumara Kurup will be released in multiple languages including Hindi. The actor also has "Salute", and "Hey Sinamika" in the pipeline. ## Stay tuned...

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Movies Scheduled For Release In The Month Of May Likely To Be Postponed Again
1881 days ago
Bollywood

Movies Scheduled For Release In The Month Of May Likely To Be Postponed Again

A few weeks ago, Bollywood along with Southern film industries announced the release dates of their pending movies one after another as the coronavirus cases were slowing down. However, the enthusiasm soon died down after the second wave of the covid-19 pandemic started showing its effect which is now getting out of hand. ## Due to the second wave, films like Sooryavanshi, Thalaivi, Chehre, Love Story, Tuck Jagadish which were slated to release in April, are now postponed indefinitely. And if reports are to be believed, movies scheduled for release in the month of May may also get postponed further. ## According to reports, the union government led by prime minister Narendra Modi is planning to take big steps to curb the speed of the second wave of the covid-19. While the government has already ruled out the complete nationwide lockdown, sources say that the government is seriously considering the strategy of "unlock phase 2" of the last year. ## If this happens, then the theaters will be closed again for the entire month of May or beyond. On the other hand, the exhibitors and theater owners will be hoping that such a decision not be taken as they have already suffered enough and another push might dig them in the deep haul. ## May is the month of Eid and a lot of big summer releases. Movies like, "Radhe", "Marakkar", "Acharya", "Satyameva Jayate 2", "Narappa", among others are scheduled to release in May which is now looking unlikely to happen. ## Stay tuned...

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Vipul Shah Recalls How Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar Offered To Waive Off Fees For Waqt
1881 days ago
Bollywood

Vipul Shah Recalls How Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar Offered To Waive Off Fees For Waqt

Mumbai, April 21, 2021: Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, and Priyanka Chopra starrer "Waqt: The Race Against Time" has turned 16. The family drama movie was released on April 20 in 2005. It was the first film for Vipul Shah as a producer and it became a memorable one for the filmmaker. ## Vipul Shah recalls how Big B and Akshay offered not to take fees for their work in Waqt in order to support him. He recalls that he discussed Waqt with the two superstars during the time when he was directing both of them in "Aankhen". ## "While we were making Aankhen, I had discussed a play that was written and directed by Aatish Kapadia, with Amit sir and Akshay. They both loved the story and we decided to make this film". ## "When I informed Amitji and Akshay about me turning producer with this film, both of them were willing to waive off their fees, but my partner (on the film) Mr. Manmohan Shetty and I did not agree with it, and paid them their remuneration. But the fact that such big superstars stood by me and were even willing to waive off their fees, was a very touching and heartwarming gesture", says the filmmaker. ## Waqt was made on a budget of INR 16 crores and it proved to be a box office success with around INR 42 crores worldwide gross collection. Apart from producing the film, Vipul Shah also donned a director's hat. It also starred Shefali Shah, Rajpal Yadav, and Boman Irani in key roles. ## Shah later went on to produce hits like "Force", "Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty", "Singh Is Kinng", "Commando" among others. His next film as producer is "Sanak" starring Vidyut Jammwal, Rukmini Maitra, Neha Dhupia, and Chandan Roy Sanyal in prominant roles. ## Stay tuned...

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Delhi High Court Summons Filmmakers On SSR's Father's Petition To Ban Films On Late Actor's Life
1882 days ago
Bollywood

Delhi High Court Summons Filmmakers On SSR's Father's Petition To Ban Films On Late Actor's Life

Mumbai, April 20, 2021: After the death of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput last year, many filmmakers announced movies on the late actor's life. Among the films that got approval from the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA), "Nyaay: The Justice" was one of them. However, the movie has now got into trouble after SSR's father filed a petition in Delhi High Court to ban the films inspired by the life of his son. ## On Tuesday (April 20), the Delhi High Court issued summons to the makers of a biopic. The HC was ruling on a petition filed by SSR's father, Krishna Kishore Singh, who sought a ban on the film stating that people were trying to use the actor's death for their benefit.## The decision comes a few days after a new teaser of the upcoming film "Nyaay: The Justice" was released. The film is reportedly a tribute to Sushant. The teaser shows an actor named Mahinder Singh talking about his performance in the highly successful film "Cricket" and the relationship he shared with his manager, family members, and friends. ## The petition filed by KK Singh states that people are using Sushant's name to get fame by developing different theories/stories, at the cost of his and his family's reputation. The petition, which was referred to films like Nyay: The Justice, Suicide or Murder: A Star Was Lost and Shashank, also states that none of the filmmakers associated with these projects took KK Singh's consent before going ahead with the projects.## "Nyaay: The Justice" stars Zuber Khan and Shreya Shukla in the lead roles along with Asrani, Shakti Kapoor, Sudha Chandran, Aman Verma, Kiran Kumar, Milind Gunaji, and others in key roles. Directed by Dilip Gulati, and produced by Sarla A. Saraogi, and Rahul Sharma, the movie is slated to release on June 11. ## Stay tuned...

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Bollywood Welcomes Government's Decision For Allowing Covid Vaccine For All Above 18
1882 days ago
Bollywood

Bollywood Welcomes Government's Decision For Allowing Covid Vaccine For All Above 18

Mumbai, April 20, 2021: Coming as a major move in India's fight against the covid-19 pandemic, the Union Government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that everyone above 18 years of age will be eligible to get the covid-19 vaccine from May 1st. ## Until now, the vaccine jab was available for people above 45 years of age and front-line workers. The latest decision is being welcomed by one and all including film stars who have been urging the government to allow vaccination for all age groups. However, celebrities also urged fans to keep wearing masks ever after getting the covid-19 vaccine as it takes a few weeks to build immunity. ## Here is what celebrities have to say about the decision - ## Excellent news that all above 18 can get vaccinated 👍. But all our young Indians do remember this vaccination is not making us SuperMan or IronMan - just SaferMan !! Got the point 👍. We still need to mask up and be super careful - long journey ahead— Ronnie Screwvala (@RonnieScrewvala) April 19, 2021 ## Its a great decision by the government to open up the covid 19 vaccination for everyone above 18 years old. #vaccineforall— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) April 19, 2021 ## That states can now directly procure vaccines from private manufacturers is the best news I have heard all day! Happy to pay so that those who can’t can get vaccinated too #VaccineForAll #Finally #1stMay— Tisca Chopra (@tiscatime) April 19, 2021 ## And finally #VaccineForAll Lowering the vaccination age has long been the need of the hour.Thank you @OfficeofUT and @AUThackeray for your constant efforts for it. Let's all make the vaccination programme a massive success from May 1.. #Maharashta day 👍#VaccinateEveryIndian pic.twitter.com/EsKVHcndzT— Urmila Matondkar (@UrmilaMatondkar) April 19, 2021 ## Slew of decisions taken today under the leadership of PM @narendramodi Ji, including expansion of vaccination eligibility criteria for everyone above the age of 18 years, will amplify world’s largest vaccination drive and fortify India’s fight against Corona.— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) April 19, 2021 ## My ❤goes out to my people's covid sufferings #VaccineForAll #StayIndoor #StaySafe #BeSociallyResponsibleAware #WearFaceshieldsMasks #HelpEachOther #BeEachOthersStrength #HumanLifePrecious— Mehreen Pirzada👑 (@Mehreenpirzada) April 20, 2021 ## OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED 👏🏾#VaccineForAll 💪🏼☀️♥️GUYS PLS CHECK WITH UR DOCTORS GET ALL UR TESTS DONE ❤️PLS #StayHomeStaySafe Let’s make our country #COVIDfree ITS ALL IN OUR HANDS 🙌🏿 TO COME BACK TO NORMALCY IN LIFE . LETS SAVE OUR DOCTORS 🥼 AND OUR FRONTLINE WARRIORS 🙏 pic.twitter.com/lzPqka0RgB— thaman S (@MusicThaman) April 19, 2021 ## Stay tuned...

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