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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Kriti Sanon as Sita and Sunny Singh as Laxman in Om Raut's Magnum Opus, Adipurush
2024 days ago
Bollywood

Kriti Sanon as Sita and Sunny Singh as Laxman in Om Raut's Magnum Opus, Adipurush

Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior director, Om Raut is working on his next magnum opus, Adipurush - an adaptation of the epic Ramayana. The filmmaker has reportedly finished the scripting of this big-scale mythological and now, working on finalizing the cast. ## While Prabhas and Saif Ali Khan had already been announced to play Ram and Lankesh respectively, the search for other important characters is also looking on the finishing line. Now, the makers have finalized Kriti Sanon to play the role of Sita while Sunny Singh to portray Laxman in Adipurush, as reported earlier. ## Sunny Singh who was last seen in Navjot Gulati's Jai Mummy Di last year has signed the film and started shooting. The actor is elated to have bagged such a massive project and is excited to share screen space with the superstar Prabhas as his aide and younger brother. ## For the role of Sita, earlier the names like Keerthy Suresh, Anushka Sharma, and Deepika Padukone had cropped up, but Kriti Sanon is brought on board to play Prabhu Ram's wife's role in this most awaited film. ## "After considering several top names, from both the Hindi and Telugu industries, the makers have decided on Kriti. She will play the character with grace and dignity", revealed a source close to the development as quoted in Peepingmoon.com earlier. ## A new journey begins.. ❤️One of my most special ones.. overwhelmed to be a part of #Adipurush #Prabhas #SaifAliKhan @mesunnysingh @omraut #BhushanKumar @vfxwaala @rajeshnair06 @TSeries @retrophiles1 #TSeries pic.twitter.com/198BqAuoXT— Kriti Sanon (@kritisanon) March 12, 2021 ## The film went on on the floors in January with a start-to-finish schedule. "It will mostly be shot in the studio against a chroma screen. Om and Bhushan have been talking to VFX technicians of international repute, who have worked on films like Avatar and Star Wars, to make the shooting process smooth and mount the film on a certain scale", the source added. ## Produced by Bhushan Kumar of T-Series in association with Prasad Sutar and Rajesh Nair of Retrophiles Productions, Adipurush is said to be made on a budget of around 500 crores. The movie is scheduled to hit cinemas worldwide on Independence Day weekend in 2022 and will release in multiple languages. ## Stay tuned...

Coolie No 1 is Just an Adaption, It isn't an Exact Remake of 1995's Blockbuster: Varun Dhawan
2024 days ago
Bollywood

Coolie No 1 is Just an Adaption, It isn't an Exact Remake of 1995's Blockbuster: Varun Dhawan

The trailer of Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan's Coolie No 1 has been unleashed as it is all set to be premiered on Amazon Prime Video on Christmas, 25 December 2020. The movie will mark the return of the director-producer duo, David Dhawan and Vasu Bhagnani who united in the original Coolie No 1 in 1995 for the first time. ## During the trailer launch event, the crew of Coolie No 1 comprising the leading actors, Varun and Sara along with Paresh Rawal interacted with media and fans from Chandigarh via video streaming and was also joined by director David Dhawan along with producer Vasu and his son Jacky Bhagnani from their respective places. ## Varun Dhawan, while saying that the original Coolie No 1 has been one of his favorite films directed by his father, David Dhawan, the latest version of it isn't an exact remake of 1995's blockbuster leading Govinda and Karishma Kapoor as it is just an adaption of it. They have created a fresh treatment so that audience can enjoy the glimpses of the original one and the remake of it. ## Vijay Subramaniam, director and head, content, Amazon Prime Video said, "We are happy to bring everyone the most hilarious entertainer of this festive season. With the festive celebration all set to begin, I personally feel people across our country and foreign can get indulged in fun and amusement on December 25. ## Sara Ali Khan, who said that she wasn't even born when Coolie No 1 was released, is happy to be a part of the remake and loved every almost all the scenes in the film especially the songs which became chartbuster songs. "It's true that I wasn't born when the original version starring Govinda Ji and Karishma Ji was released. I happened to watch the movie later while growing up and then after David uncle offering to be a part of the project", Sara said. ## Stay tuned...

Arshad Warsi Joins The Cast of Bachchan Pandey Led By Akshay Kumar
2025 days ago
Bollywood

Arshad Warsi Joins The Cast of Bachchan Pandey Led By Akshay Kumar

Arshad Warsi is all set to share screen space with superstar Akshay Kumar for the very first time. The Golmaal star has been roped in for Akshay starrer Bachchan Pandey which will go on floors in January 2021 in Jaisalmer and will continue till March 2021. ## Arshad Warsi will play Akshay's friend in the action-comedy which will see Akshay in a gangster avatar. Recently, Kriti Sanon was brought on board to play the leading lady. She will portray the role of a journalist who wishes to be a director. ## The movie will be directed by Farhad Samji while Sajid Nadiadwala will produce it under his production banner, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. Apart from Kriti Sanon, one more actress will be signed soon. ## AKSHAY KUMAR - ARSHAD WARSI... #AkshayKumar and #ArshadWarsi teamed for the first time for action-comedy #BachchanPandey... Costars #KritiSanon... Shoot begins Jan 2021 in #Jaisalmer... Will continue till March 2021... Directed by #FarhadSamji... Produced by #SajidNadiadwala. pic.twitter.com/UpE2yPBClm— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 28, 2020 ## Talking about Arshad Warsi's inclusion, according to a report in Mumbai Mirror, the makers of 'Bachchan Pandey' wanted someone who could match Akshay's comic timing and they found him in none other than Arshad Warsi. His character will reportedly have multiple shades with a special look. ## Stay tuned...

Sara Ali Khan To Join Vicky Kaushal in Aditya Dhar's 'The Immortal Ashwatthama?'
2025 days ago
Bollywood

Sara Ali Khan To Join Vicky Kaushal in Aditya Dhar's 'The Immortal Ashwatthama?'

After the reports of Uri: The Surgical Strike director Aditya Dhar working on his next superhero action-adventure "The Immortal Ashwatthama" with the national awardee Vicky Kaushal, the latest buzz around this magnum opus is, Sara Ali Khan has been roped in to play the female lead. ## According to a source quoted in Mumbai Mirror, saying, "the entire movie will be shot over a span of 80-90 days at multiple locations in India and abroad in countries such as Greece, New Zealand, Japan, and Namibia, with plenty of time devoted to post-production as it will have a lot of visual effects for which Aditya has been collaborating with studios in the West. Sara's character has an interesting mythological arc to it. She is expected to sign within a fortnight and will start prepping from early next year". ## According to the publication, The Immortal Ashwatthama is set around the contemporary times and modeled around Guru Dronacharya's son Ashwatthama, who in Mahabharata gets the curse to be immortal. Vicky Kaushal is training in mixed-martial arts, spear-fighting, and horse riding for the role.## Meanwhile, Sara Ali Khan is currently busy promoting her upcoming comedy "Coolie No 1", co-stars, Varun Dhawan. The movie is scheduled to release on December 25 on Amazon Prime Video. She will also be seen in Anand L Rai's Atrangi Re, in which she co-stars with Akshay Kumar and Dhanush. The film will be out on Valentine's Day 2021.## On the other hand, Vicky Kaushal will be next seen in Shoojit Sircar's Sardar Uddham Singh, which is based on the life of the revolutionary freedom fighter. He will also be seen in Sam, a biopic on War hero Sam Manekshaw. ## Stay tuned...

I Thank Those Who Played Villain, Because of Them I Could Play Hero: Kangana Ranaut
2026 days ago
Bollywood

I Thank Those Who Played Villain, Because of Them I Could Play Hero: Kangana Ranaut

In a major relief for actress Kangana Ranaut, the Bombay high court on Friday set aside the demolition order passed on September 9 by the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and held that the demolition action "was actuated by mala fides".## It held that the constructions done by her in her Bandra bungalow in Pali Hill, Bandra was "pre-existing" and not ongoing and also held that she is entitled to damages but appointed a valuer to help quantify it.## Soon after judgment came in favor of her, Kangana Ranaut shared a video on social media thanking the judicial system. She also thanked the people who supported her regarding this matter. "When individual stands against the government and wins, it's not the victory of the individual but it's the victory of the democracy. Thank you everyone who gave me courage and thanks to those who laughed at my broken dreams. Its only cause you play a villain so I can be a HERO", Kangana wrote on Twitter. ## With love and hope ❤️ pic.twitter.com/UkGweDY08p— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) November 27, 2020 ## Earlier, Kangana Ranaut had filed a petition challenging as "illegal" the demolition carried out by BMC on parts of her bungalow, alleging ongoing unauthorized construction. She said she had completed renovations earlier and alleged "abuse of power" and "mala fide action" by the Shiv Sena ruled BMC.## The case was being heard by the division bench of Justices SJ Kathawalla and RI Chagla, who said that the actress is allowed to make the bungalow habitable. However, it also said that the extent of the demolished position requires planning permission from the BMC.## The Court also asked to appoint a valuer to determine the compensation payable to the actress for the demolition of her property, which is to be submitted before the court in March 2021.## "We do not accept allegations made by the petitioner in view of the alleged atmosphere in the state of the film industry. The petitioner is suggested to maintain restrain on public platforms. Irresponsible statements made by the citizens are best ignored", the bench stated.## "Whatever be her statements, no action can lie except within four corners of the law. The manner in which action was carried out leaves hardly any doubt that it was against the law and sinister. BMC has done it with disregard to the rights of the citizen", the bench added.## Stay tuned...

Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas To Make Hindi Debut With The Remake of Prabhas & SS Rajamouli's Chatrapathi
2026 days ago
Bollywood

Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas To Make Hindi Debut With The Remake of Prabhas & SS Rajamouli's Chatrapathi

Telugu film Chatrapathi starring Prabhas and directed by SS Rajamouli is all set to be remade in Hindi. Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas who has acted in several Telugu films will mark his Hindi debut with the remake which will be bankrolled by Pen Studios' Dr. Jayantilal Gada. ## VV Vinayak who had launched Sreenivas in 2014 with a superhit action entertainer Alludu Seenu, will direct the actor's Hindi debut film also. The hard-working actor whose movies on Youtube are among the most-watched Telugu movies has now trained his eyes on Bollywood. ## Talking about the project, Jayantilal Gada, MD & Chairman of Pen Studios said, "Chatrapathi is a great script and we needed a southern star to carry it to Bollywood, and we saw Bellamkonda as a perfect fit. We are very excited about this project, and everything is falling in place at a great speed. We have updated the script to match Bollywood sensibilities".## Excited about his Bollywood debut, Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas said, "This is a perfect project for my big debut in Bollywood. It's a great opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Gada and Pen Studios and to be reunited with my first ever director VV Vinayak sir. Although, taking on a role that Prabhas' did is a huge responsibility, but I am glad I did, as it's a perfect script".## VV Vinayak - a top name in #Telugu films [directed #Chiranjeevi's 150th film #KhaidiNo150] - will direct the #Hindi film... Vinayak launched #BSaiSreenivas in #Telugu films [#AlluduSeenu], now launching him in #Bollywood too... Produced by Dr Jayantilal Gada [PEN]. #Chatrapathi— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 27, 2020 ## Talking about Chatrapthi that was released in 2005, originally starred Prabhas. It is a story of a young man Shivaji and his family. The film received a huge appreciation in Tollywood and it turned out to be a blockbuster. It was starred Shriya Saran as the female lead. The movie also dubbed in Hindi as Hukumat Ki Jung in 2009. ## Stay tuned...

For 'Amazing' Response To Shona Shona, Sidharth Shukla and Shehnaaz Gill Thank Fans With a Fun BTS Video
2026 days ago
Bollywood

For 'Amazing' Response To Shona Shona, Sidharth Shukla and Shehnaaz Gill Thank Fans With a Fun BTS Video

Sidharth Shukla and Shehnaaz Kaur Gill have been receiving a lot of appreciation for their cute chemistry in their latest released music video, Shona Shona. The lovable duo once again created havoc on social media and their adorable chemistry in Shona Shona will make everyone fall in love with them. ## The song was released at 11 am yesterday (November 25, 2020), and since then SidNaaz has been trending all over on social media just like almost every other day. Within 24 hours, the music video, sung by Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar crossed 11.5 million views and over 850 K likes on Youtube. It has left many go weak in the knees, and they just can't get over the SidNaaz magic.## Now, after receiving such an amazing response to "Shona Shona" the much-loved duo has thanked their fans with a 'special' behind-the-scene video, as a token of appreciation for their unconditional love. Both, Shehnaaz and Sidharth, took to their Instagram handles to share a fun-loving BTS video thanking fans for loving them inconsistently. ## In the same clip, shared by Sidharth, and Shehnaaz, one can see their loving camaraderie which has made their fans to go gaga over them. In the BTS video, Sidharth looks cool while Shehnaaz slays in a golden shimmery dress.## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shehnaaz Gill (@shehnaazgill) ## Stay tuned...

Australia Captain Aaron Finch: 'There's Not Too Many Chinks in Virat Kohli Armour'
2027 days ago
Cricket

Australia Captain Aaron Finch: 'There's Not Too Many Chinks in Virat Kohli Armour'

Ahead of the first of the three-match ODI series which begins Friday at the SCG, Australia captain Aaron Finch has heaped rich praise on Virat Kohli, saying the Indian skipper doesn't have "many chinks in his armour" and is probably the best one-day player of all time. ## Finch played under Kohli for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in the recently concluded 13th edition of the Indian Premier League where the latter scored 466 runs in 15 matches. However, he looked far from his best in IPL 2020 where RCB reached the playoffs.## "If you look at his record it's second to none. It really is remarkable. I think what we have to keep in mind is that we have to keep looking to get him out", Finch said on Thursday about Kohli who averages close to 60 in all ODIs and 50 in 50-over matches in Australia.## "When you go away from that and you look to contain players you can miss a trick there. There's not too many chinks in his armour", said Australia's limited-overs skipper. ## "He's probably the best one-day player of all time so it's about sticking to our plans and being really committed in that regard", he added.## Stay tuned...

Glad To Collaborate With Akshay Sir Again After Three Years For Durgamati: Bhumi Pednekar
2027 days ago
Bollywood

Glad To Collaborate With Akshay Sir Again After Three Years For Durgamati: Bhumi Pednekar

Actress Bhumi Pednekar is excited about her upcoming horror-thriller movie, Durgamati: The Myth that is scheduled to release directly on Amazon Prime Video on December 11. The movie is co-produced by Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar says she is glad to collaborate with him again after Toilet: Ek Prem Katha. The trailer of the film was unveiled on Wednesday (November 25). ## "I'm super excited about my upcoming film 'Durgamati' and it is an honor to play the lead in this conspiracy thriller. Being an ardent fan of spine-chilling thrillers myself, I was delighted to be a part of such a gripping story. Also, I am glad to collaborate with Akshay (Kumar) sir again after three years and present this wonderful film for audiences across the world", said Bhumi.## The thriller also features Arshad Warsi, Mahie Gill, Jisshu Sengupta, and Karan Kapadia. The film, written and directed by G. Ashok, is a remake of Ashok's 2018 Telugu blockbuster, Bhaagamathie. It casts Bhumi as a government officer who becomes the target of a sinister conspiracy.## "With Bhumi leading it, the film is designed as a power-packed entertainer. And the presence of fabulous actors such as Arshad Warsi and Jisshu Sengupta along with Karan Kapadia and Mahie Gill makes this a treat for lovers of the thriller and conspiracy genres", said the film's producer Vikram Malhotra of Abundantia Entertainment.## Stay tuned...

'Hand of God Has Been Laid To Rest', Cricket Fraternity Pays Tribute To Football Legend Diego Maradona Who Died at 60
2027 days ago
Cricket

'Hand of God Has Been Laid To Rest', Cricket Fraternity Pays Tribute To Football Legend Diego Maradona Who Died at 60

The sporting world mourned the loss of legendary Argentinean footballer Diego Maradona, famously known for his infamous "Hand of God", who died due to a heart attack at the age of 60. ## Football and the world of sports has lost one of its greatest players today.Rest in Peace Diego Maradona! You shall be missed. pic.twitter.com/QxhuROZ5a5— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 25, 2020 ## Big big loss! Our childhood star who gave us so many memories to cherish & celebrate. Saddened to hear about the demise of The legend #diegomaradona. You will live on in hearts & memories. pic.twitter.com/hyHbdSKqqi— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) November 25, 2020 ## Arguably one of the greatest sportsman of all time. Saddened to hear about the passing away of the great Diego Maradona. My heartfelt condolences to his family. pic.twitter.com/L7ewMHOnnJ— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 25, 2020 ## So sad to hear about legendary Diego Maradona passing away. Always been a huge inspiration for all sportsmen. His legacy will always stay. #Maradona #Legend pic.twitter.com/t6ewLiVJP9— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) November 25, 2020 ## Hand of god has been laid to rest.Rest in peace .LEGEND 🙏🏻🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/He7vHUC9it— Paras Khadka (@paras77) November 25, 2020 ## Such sad news of the passing of an icon and a legend. A man who defined an era and brought joy and inspiration to many millions around the world. Rest In Peace Diego Maradona.— Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) November 25, 2020 ## Not many in Sport can say they inspired a generation ... But the greatest inspire many generations ... That’s exactly what #DiegoMaradona did ... THE GREATEST ... #RIPDiego— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 25, 2020 ## My hero no more ..my mad genius rest in peace ..I watched football for you.. pic.twitter.com/JhqFffD2vr— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) November 25, 2020 ## Stay tuned...

Sidharth Shukla Paid Tribute To The Legendary Diego Maradona Who Died of a Heart Attack
2027 days ago
TV

Sidharth Shukla Paid Tribute To The Legendary Diego Maradona Who Died of a Heart Attack

In what comes as a massive loss for the world sports, Diego Maradona, the Argentina legend who regarded by many as the greatest footballer of all time has died at the age of 60 due to a heart attack. ## The Argentinian football legend died at home, his lawyer said, just three weeks after having surgery on a blood clot in his brain. Maradona won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986, having knocked England out of the tournament in a match that saw him score the infamous 'Hand of God' goal and another - widely considered to be one of the greatest goals of all time.## While the sports lovers around the world are pouring tribute to the legend, Sidharth Shukla who is a fond lover of Football and said that he wanted to be Maradona, paid a heartfelt tribute to the genius. ## "I have known the game of football because of you......As a child I have always wanted to be Maradona.... but There can never be another you.....Your game will be missed..... #RIPMaradona", Sidharth tweeted. ## I have known the game of football because of you......As a child I have always wanted to be Maradona.... but There can never be another you.....Your game will be missed..... #RIPMaradona ⚽️— Sidharth Shukla (@sidharth_shukla) November 25, 2020 ## Meanwhile, on the work front, Sidharth Shukla recently appeared in a music video "Shona Shona" with his dear friend, Shehnaaz Kaur Gill. Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar has sung the song and the music video was released on November 25. ## Stay tuned...

Lijo Jose Pellissery's Malayalam Movie 'Jallikattu' is India's Official Entry in The 2020 Oscars
2027 days ago
Mollywood

Lijo Jose Pellissery's Malayalam Movie 'Jallikattu' is India's Official Entry in The 2020 Oscars

The Film Federation of India has selected Lijo Jose Pellissery's Malayalam movie "Jallikattu" as the country's official representative in the 93rd Academy Awards' best international feature category. A 14-member committee of the FDI, that picks the Indian nominee every year, made the announcement on Wednesday.## Jallikattu has been a festival favorite around the world having played at Toronto, London, Busan, and Stockholm in 2019 and at Rotterdam in 2020. Pellissery won the best director at the International Film Festival of India, Goa in 2019.## The story of the film revolves around a tamed buffalo that escapes from a slaughterhouse in a hilly remote village of Kerala's Idduki district. To hunt down the buffalo, the whole village gathers which exposes deep societal fissures in the process.## INDIA'S OFFICIAL ENTRY TO #OSCARS... #Malayalam film #Jallikattu will be #India’s official entry to the 93rd Academy Awards 2021 #Oscars. pic.twitter.com/qxPpfvT83a— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 25, 2020 ## The movie was selected among the 26 other contenders which are - The Sky is Pink, Gunjan Saxena, Shakuntala Devi, Gulabo Sitabo, Chippa, Chhalaang, The Disciple, Shikara, Bittersweet, Is Love Enough, Sir, Moothon, Kalira Atita, Bulbbul, Kaamyaab, Chintu Ka Birthday, The Check Post, Eeb Allay Ooo, Bahattar Hoorian, Malang, Bhavai, AK Vs AK, Chhapaak, Bhonsle, Serious Men, I Pad and Atkan Chatkan.## India has been sending entries to the Oscars' erstwhile foreign-language category since 1957 and has been nominated three times, for "Mother India" (1958), "Salaam Bombay!" (1989), and "Lagaan" (2002).## The 93rd Academy Awards that were earlier scheduled to be held in February, will now take place on April 25, 2021, in Los Angeles after being pushed back by two months due to the coronavirus pandemic. ## Stay tuned...