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BIG Star Entertainment Awards, India
(Most Entertaining Actor In A Thriller Film Male)
Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards
(Best Actor In A Supporting Role)
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 23 : The forthcoming web series 'Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond' has generated substantial buzz. The series delves into the heart of the Pulwama terror attack aftermath and the subsequent retaliatory action by the Indian Air Force. At the helm of this riveting narrative is veteran actor Jimmy Shergill, who recently shared his insights into the challenges and responsibilities of portraying real-life heroes.Directed by Santosh Singh, the series promises to unravel the intricate tapestry of events surrounding the Balakot airstrikes of February 26, 2019.In an interview with ANI, Jimmy Shergill articulated the formidable task of embodying characters whose contributions often remain obscured from the public eye.He remarked, "So, such people who do so much behind the scenes, but their faces, their names never come out. So, obviously, it's a big challenge."Shergill emphasized the absence of reference points while depicting the roles of soldiers and policemen, highlighting the unique demands placed upon actors in such portrayals.Joining Shergill in this cinematic journey are acclaimed actors Lara Dutta, Ashutosh Rana, and Ashish Vidyarthi, each lending their talent to breathe life into the multifaceted narrative.Lara Dutta, who portrays a power broker in the series, shed light on the broader implications of the storyline.She elucidated, "It is based on true events that rewrote the history in many ways of our country. So, the Pulwama (terror) attack had its own repercussions with the Balakot airstrike."Dutta further expounded on the global ramifications of India's stance post-Pulwama, underscoring the series' exploration of India's evolving image on the international stage.Scheduled for release on April 25 on JioCinema, 'Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond' is poised to offer viewers an immersive experience, unravelling the intricacies of high-stakes decision-making and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.It is produced by Sunjoy Waddhwa and Comall Sunjay W from Sphereorigins Multivision Private Limited.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 18 : Actor Lara Dutta, who is set to come up with 'Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond' alongside Jimmy Shergill, shared behind-the-scenes from the web series on Thursday.Inspired by real life, the show will take viewers behind the scenes of India's largest defence operation, JioCinema said in a press release.Lara took to Instagram and treated fans with new glimpse of her role from the show.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Lara Dutta (@laraduttafc)The images captured different sides of Lara Dutta, who plays a power-broker in the show.Sharing the photos, she wrote, "She's coming. Ranneeti - Balakot and Beyond streaming 25th April."On Wednesday, makers unveiled the intriguing trailer.As per the makers, the web series "decodes the modern warfare that isn't simply fought on physical borders but transcends to the domain of social media, digital tactics and covert political moves that have the power to reshape geo-politics."Recently, talking about her shooting experience, Lara said, "The urgency, the split-second decision making and the pressure in a war-room is unlike any other. As actors, being able to translate those emotions in an honest and authentic manner is a tough task. However, when you work with a brilliant team like that of Ranneeti, you grow tremendously as an actor with every single scene and dialogue delivery. Being from an air-force background, working on the show felt close to home. We cannot wait for the audience to experience national pride the way we did, every single day on the set!"It also stars Ashutosh Rana, and Ashish Vidyarthi. Directed by Santosh Singh, the series is produced by Sunjoy Waddhwa and Comall Sunjay W from Sphereorigins Multivision Private Limited.
Jimmy Shergill starer 'Aazam' has received positive reviews from film critics and fans alike and there is good news for his fans as the movie releases on OTT. 'Aazam,' which delves into the layers of Mumbai's crime world, is set to release on OTT on 23rd February on Book My Show.Jimmy took to X, on Thursday evening, to treat his fans with the good news and wrote, "Aazam releasing on @bookmyshow OTT platform 'STREAM' tomorrow."The drama is set against the backdrop of a succession war left by a mafia don Nawab Khan, who dominates the city through his five accomplices and rules them with fear.Jimmy Shergill said, "I am delighted that the film Aazam is releasing on OTT. This film holds a special place in my heart. In the film, I portray the role of Javed, the closest aide to the city's most powerful don, Nawab Khan. Javed's character is very complex, showcasing both positive and negative aspects. It was a fulfilling experience bringing this character's mentality and mood to the screen."Director Shravan Tiwari said, "Aazam is the most ambitious film of my career so far. I am thrilled to present a powerful story in an engaging manner. The film will offer audiences a glimpse into the world of crime, along with mystery and thrills."The film portrays Qader, Nawab's son, as the true heir to his father's business. However, at the behest of his henchman Javed, he intends to eliminate all of his father's associates one at a time. Qader's conspiracy is unsuccessful since his gang members have their own plans for the gang war. Despite this, the city's DCP Joshi makes every attempt to end the gang conflict.The story of 'Aazam' is about a war for supremacy and power, with the future Aazam of Mumbai to be decided in one night.'Aazam,' produced by BMX Motion Pictures Pvt Ltd and DBX Motion Film LLP, delves into the dark side of Mumbai's underworld, revealing the harsh faces of the mafia.Apart from Jimmy ShergillAbhimanyu Singh and Indranil Sengupta play key parts.In 'Aazam,' directed by Shravan Tiwari, Vivek Ghamande, Govind Namdev, Raza Murad, Sayaji Rao Shinde, Ali Khan, Anang Desai, Shishir Sharma, Sanjeev Tyagi, and Mushtaq Khan give strong performances.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn)Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, the film is all set to hit the theatres on April 26, 2024.'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha' also stars Tabu and Jimmy Shergill in the lead roles.The film promises to be a unique musical love story with an epic romantic drama spanning across 20 years, set between 2002 and 2023, and will be a multi-language release.The original soundtrack for the film has been composed by the renowned and celebrated music director M. M Kreem.The film also stars Saiee Manjrekar and Shantanu Maheshwari in pivotal roles.Ajay and Tabu have shared screen space in films including 'Vijaypath', 'Haqeeqat', 'Thakshak', 'Fitoor', 'Drishyam', 'Golmaal Again', 'De De Pyaar De', 'Drishyam 2' and 'Bholaa'.Apart from this, Ajay will also be seen in producer Boney Kapoor's period film 'Maidaan', in an untitled supernatural thriller film alongside R Madhavan and in director Rohit Shetty's action thriller film 'Singham Again'.Director Neeraj Pandey is known for some critically acclaimed films like 'A Wednesday', 'Special 26', 'M.S Dhoni: The Untold Story', 'Baby' and 'Aiyaari'.Tabu, on the other hand, will also be seen in 'The Crew' alongside Kareena Kapoor Khan and Kriti Sanon.
Jimmy Shergill is gearing up for the release of his comedy heist drama Choona.A glimpse of his performance in Choona trailer has garnered praise from the audience.On receiving the audiences love, Jimmy said, The heartening reaction from the audience to the trailer has been nothing short of astounding. People accept my work with so much love and respectit's a big warm hug from the universe. I am eagerly counting down the days until Choona's debut, so the audience can dive into the unique and interesting world of Shukla Ji!He added, "Shukla Ji, the character I portray in 'Choona,' is a bit of an enigma wrapped in layers of charisma. He's got power, but he's no cookie-cutter villain. You'll find yourself in the midst of emotions, drawn to his charm one moment and repelled by his shenanigans the next. Shukla Ji lives in that delicious gray area, neither all good nor all bad. It's this dance between light and darkness that makes him absolutely spellbinding and so multi-dimensional.Written and directed by Pushpendra Nath Misra, 'Choona' also features Aashim Gulati, Vikram Kochhar, Chandan Roy, Namit Das, Gyanendra Tripathi, Atul Srivastava, Monika Panwar and Niharika Lyra Dutt in key roles.'Choona' introduces a gripping narrative centred around the character of Shukla, a powerful and feared politician with numerous adversaries. Shuklas unwavering belief in astrology and the precise alignment of stars is well-known.The series will be out on Netflix on September 29.
Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond unveiled the series official teaser.Taking to Instagram, actor Jimmy Shergill shared the trailer and captioned it as, Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond, a new series inspired by true events. #RanneetiOnJioCinema, coming soon. Stay tuned!Directed by Santosh Singh, the series boasts of an immensely talented ensemble cast that includes industry stalwarts such as Jimmy Shergill, Lara Dutta, Ashutosh Rana, Ashish Vidyarthi, Prasanna, and many more.The sneak peek offered a glimpse into an incredible story that explores the intricacies of the Balakot operation, delving into lesser-known aspects, strategies, and challenges that shaped the trajectory of events.The teaser captivates viewers, setting the stage for an engaging narrative that promises to provide a unique perspective on these significant historical events.Soon after the makers unveiled the teaser of series, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.The series will stream on the OTT platform Jio Cinema.Meanwhiile, Jimmy will also be seen in the upcoming heist series Choona which will stream on the OTT platform Netflix.Helmed by Pushpendra Nath Misra, 'Choona' stars Jimmy Shergill, Aashim Gulati, Vikram Kochhar, Chandan Roy, Namit Das, Gyanendra Tripathi, Atul Srivastava, Monika Panwar and Niharika Lyra Dutt.
Kanika Dhillon hosted a housewarmingparty as she moved to a new pad.The ceremony was hosted at Kanika and Himanshu Sharma's new residence and the event was attended by a number of celebrities.Huma Qureshi, Taapsee Pannu, Tamannaah Bhatia, Kriti Sanon, Raveena Tandon, Rasha Thadani, Vishal and Rekha Bhardwaj, Anand L. Rai, Jimmy Shergill, and Sunny Kaushal, all were present at the event to share their best wishes for this new house.Kanika looked gorgeous in her white dress as she posed with her husband.Kriti Sanon was also spotted at the party and stunned everyone with her blue co-ord set. Tamannah was also seen at the party in the black co-ord set.Taapsee Pannu opted for a saree-look at the event.Recently, Kanika also took to Instagram to announce her maiden project. She wrote, Super excited to announce my prodcution house @kathhapictures s maiden project starring these incredibly talented women. Thank you @kajol and @kritisanon for being a part of this dream! Could not have asked for a better cast and kriti- a double whammy as my co producer ! Thank u @netflix_in and @ruchikaakapoor @ameetdhanwani for believing in me and Kathha! You really empower us! Congratulations to all my team @kathhapictures - you guys rock! #dopatti #netflix #kajol #kritisanon #kanikadhillon #producer #producerlife.Kanika has penned films like Manmarziyaan, Kedarnath and Haseen Dilruba, among others.She is also currently gearing for her upcoming maiden production 'Do Patti' starring Kajol and Kriti Sanon along with Rajkumar Hirani's directorial Dunki starring Shah Rukh Khan and others.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)The show is all set to stream on the OTT platform Netflix from August 3.Produced by Flying Saucer and written and directed by Pushpendra Nath Misra, Choona stars Jimmy Shergill, Aashim Gulati, Vikram Kochhar, Chandan Roy, Namit Das, Gyanendra Tripathi, Atul Srivastava, Monika Panwar and Niharika Lyra Dutt in key roles.Sharing his excitement Jimmy Shergill said, "This is my first outing with Netflix and I am looking forward to Choona. As an actor, I have always been inclined towards stories that push me to explore my capabilities. Also, as an audience myself, I personally like narratives that are engaging, character driven and bring out the flavour of our rich cultural backdrop. Choona gave me an opportunity to play a character that's spiteful yet appealing, which to me is unique. The story itself is high-spirited, captive and engaging."Soon after he shared the announcement video, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.Meanwhile, Jimmy was earlier seen in the web series 'Your Honour' which streamed on the OTT platform Sony Liv and received massive responses from the audience.
'De De Pyaar De' is produced by Luv Ranjan, who is best known for directing films like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2 and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety. Directed by Akiv Ali, the film also stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Alok Nath, Javed Jaaferi and Jimmy Shergill in key roles.The film follows the story of 50-year-old Ashish (played by Ajay), a divorcee who falls for 26-year-old Ayesha (played by Rakul). In the film, Tabu plays Ajay's ex-wife. The story sheds light on the backlash Ajay faces for falling in love with a girl the age of his kids, and the complexities that come with it.In the coming months, Rakul will be seen sharing screen space with Bhumi Pednekar and Arjun Kapoor in a yet-to-be-titled film.She will also be seen in 'Indian 2' alongside Kamal Haasan and 'I love you' starring opposite actor Pavail Gulati.
Actor Jimmy Shergill was seen flouting the Covid-19 protocols in April this year. The actor was reportedly shooting in Ludhiana for his upcoming web show Your Honour 2. He was present at a school along with director E. Niwas and the entire unit of the show.The team along with Jimmy were booked under several sections by the Ludhiana police. Recently, while talking to a tabloid, the actor opened up about the incident and revealed that he wasn't allowed to talk about it at that time. According to him, things were just blown out of proportion as nobody would break a rule amidst the pandemic. He further also said that people became more careful after the incident, and that was a good thing and he looks at it from a positive side.On the work front, Jimmy Shergill will be next seen in his film Colar Bomb which is a crime thriller co-starring Asha Negi, Rajshri Deshpande and Sparsh Shrivastav.