Shonali Bose

The American romantic comedy anthology streaming television series called Modern Love developed by John Carney is officially getting an Indian adaptation. Several noteworthy directors including Hansal Mehta, Vishal Bhardwaj, Anjali Menon, Alankrita Shrivastava, Dhruv Sehgal, and Shonali Bose would be taking up the mantle for this huge project starring actors like Wamiqa Gabbi, Pratik Gandhi, and Fatima Sana Shaikh among others.The anthology series explores love in all of its complicated and beautiful forms, as well as its effects on the human connection. Each episode brings to life a different story that has been inspired by a newspaper column. The Indian adaptation will have a similar yet fresh concept around the various stories being presented as episodes. All the actors who are supposedly part of the project have each been doing a slew of impressive work including Wamiqa and Pratik having already made their grand OTT debuts in 2020 and 2021 respectively,Says a source, Each of the actors are helming different directors stories in the anthology. And its an exciting lineup of directors and actors who have come together. The series was shot late in 2021 and is believed to be releasing soon on the platform.

Sonu Sood today joins actors and filmmakers including Sonakshi Sinha, Raveena Tandon, R. Balki, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, Imtiaz Ali, Nandita Das, Saket Chaudhary, Alankrita Shrivastava, Ruchi Nair, and Shonali Bose, each taking a stand for the human right they feel is most important.On the Born Free & Equal podcast by United for Human Rights, where Sonu chose to talk about the human right Food and Shelter for All, he said, Food and Shelter is the right that everyone needs and deserves to get. Imagine all these poor guys who are on the roads - they're not getting food with them for two days, three days. What we realized is that government distributed food reaches a lot of places, but we also had at least 30 to 40% of people who still get deprived of all their needs and their rights, so the question is how to make that awareness? Yes, the law and rights to food and shelter exist, but how many people are really enjoying it in the heartland, theres a lot of classism, there are a lot of people not aware of their rights and, like what this Born Free and Equal podcast is doing, its just about bringing that awareness - awareness of your rights. Half of the people, I would say five out of 10 people, they are not aware, or if they are aware, they don't know how to make use of their rights. So, I think that that's a little bit of a knowledge that needs to be given to these guys.Sonu was joined on the podcast by actress Sheena Chohan, South Asia Ambassador for United for Human Rights, who was awarded the Hero Award at the United Nations in New York last year. Sheena said. The United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the Indian Constitution make it clear that people have a right to these basic rights. Article 47 of our Constitution says raising the level of nutrition, standard of living and health is among the states most important duties. So, its wonderful to have someone like Sonu, who has done so much to provide for those without food and shelter in this crisis, call for education programs which would permanently see that awareness of the food schemes provided by the government to comply with the constitution, reach everyone who needs it.

The promotional track Pink Gulabi Sky of Shonali Boses film The Sky is Pink was initially a part of the film. The peppy dance number features the lead cast- Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Farhan Akhtar , Zaira Wasim, and Rohit Saraf. Only after shooting the entire song, did the team decide to edit out the song from the film and use it as a promotional track. Shonali Bose, the director of the film while talking to a daily said that the producers felt that a big entertaining song was needed in the film. So, the team shot Pink Gulabi Sky sung by Shashwat Singh and Jonita Gandhi. However, the team later felt that the song was disrupting the flow of the story and so it was edited out. View this post on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tv/B3E5gCijdTg/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading A family that dances together, slays together! #PinkGulaabiSky #TheSkyIsPink @priyankachopra @zairawasim_ @rohitsaraf10 @shonalibose_ #RonnieScrewvala @rsvpmovies #SiddharthRoyKapur @roykapurfilms @purplepebblepictures @ipritamoffical @shashwatsinghofficial @jonitamusic #SKGlobal A post shared by https://www.instagram.com/faroutakhtar/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading Farhan Akhtar (@faroutakhtar) on Oct 1, 2019 at 8:21am PDT Shonali Bose prefers to keep her stories to the point without fancy songs. So, the director was surprised when the team was on the same page as her. She was happy that the makers wanted to protect her film and said that such a decision requires guts after having spent a lot of money on the song. The Sky Is Pink is produced by RSVP and Roy Kapur Films, in association with S K Global and Purple Pebble Pictures. The film is written by Shonali Bose and Nilesh Maniyar and is slated to release on October

Priyanka Chopra and Farhan Akhtar starrer The Sky Is Pink was recently premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The cast and crew of The Sky Is Pink watched the film along with the family on whom the film is based. Actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Farhan Akhtar, and Rohit Saraf met Aditi, Niren and Ishaan Chaudhary. The three actors were accompanied by director Shonali Bose and producers Siddharth Roy Kapur and Ronnie Screwvala.The Sky is Pink is based on the real-life story of Aisha Chaudhary, a young motivational speaker who died at the age of 18 having been diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. The film centers around the love story of a couple that traverses decades and continents told through the eyes of their spunky teenage daughter, Aisha. While Zaira Wasim plays the role of Aisha, Rohit plays her brother Ishaan, and Priyanka and Farhan play their parents, Aditi and Niren Chaudhary. While talking to a daily, Priyanka said that this is the third time she is playing a role based on a real-life character. She said that she is honoured that Aditi and Shonali trusted and chose to tell this amazing story to her. Meanwhile, Farhan Akhtar had never met Niren Chaudhary before filming, because he did not want to imitate him but understand the emotions.

Zaira ( Secret Superstar ) Wasims not-so-secret decision to quit cinema couldnt have been more ill-timed. Just when her starrer The Sky Is Pink is gathering global glory Zaira has walked away from her promising career. She was sorely missed at the Toronto International Film Festival where the film premiered on 13 September. Sources say the director Shonali Bose made every effort to get Zaira to Toronto for the big moment in her career. But Zaira has made up her mind. She has turned her back on Bollywood and cinema completely. There will be no exceptions. The director Shonali Bose who is very close to Zaira did her best to persuade Zaira. But she was barely reachable in Kashmir where she lives, says a source. There were repeated inquiries about Zairas absence at the TIFF. Even if Zaira stays away from what is rightfully her moment of glory, no one can snatch the moment away from her.

The comeback film of Priyanka Chopra , The Sky Is Pink starring Farhan Akhtar , Zaira Wasim and Rohit Saraf, had its big premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2019 on September 13. This was director Shonali Boses third film to be screened at the prestigious TIFF after Amu and Margarita With A Straw.Recently, speaking about working with Priyanka Chopra on this emotional story, Shonali Bose revealed how the actress broke down on the sets of the film. Shonali had lost her eldest son Ishaan at a young age. Priyanka borrowed stories of Ishaan like calling Rohit Sarafs character Ishlu which was Shonalis sons nickname. Shonali revealed that Priyanka had observed that she used to call her son Ishlu and asked she could use that in one of the scenes. In another emotional scene, she completed broke down and could not stop crying and even said I am sorry several times. She said that she understood about losing a child and she was sorry for Ishlu. Shonali Bose revealed that everything was written and the script was gold for Farhan Akhtar and Priyanka Chopra. She had already asked them for rehearsal days and the workshops also helped. She developed an emotional bond with Priyanka, Farhan, Zaira Wasim, and Rohit Saraf. At the premiere, the real parents of Aisha Chaudhary were also in attendance. Shonali Bose was delighted to have them at TIFF 2019. She said that she wasnt nervous to show them the film since they had seen the rough cuts. She had first shown them the death scene to see how they would react. Shonali said she was in editing room while Aishas parents watched the cuts. They came out, hugged her and wept in her arms. They said that she had captured the scene exactly the way it happened. Shonali said that it is difficult to capture someone elses memory about the loss of their child. She understood that because she also lost her son. A young girl named Aisha Chaudhary was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis at the age of 13. She became a motivational speaker after her diagnosis. She even came out with a book, My Little Epiphanies. With a positive attitude, she spoke at prestigious events like TEDx, INK conferences. However, Aisha Chaudhary breathed her last at the age of 18 on 24 January 2015. The Sky Is Pink is slated to release on October 11, 2019. ALSO READ: The Sky Is Pink director Shonali Bose says losing her son and making peace with it is what drew her to the film

Filmmaker Shonali Boses film The Sky is Pink recently premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival(TIFF). The film is about a young woman who is diagnosed with a terminal illness, and it affects her parents relationship. The film is based on the real-life story of Aisha Chaudhary who died at a very young age due to pulmonary fibrosis. While talking about the film at TIFF the director said Aisha Chaudhary had watched the trailer of her last film Margarita with A Straw 30 times in a month. Aisha had expressed her desire to watch the film to her parents. However, she passed away before its release. When Aishas parents came to know that Margarita With A Straw was dedicated to Shonalis son Ishaan, they tracked the filmmaker down and requested her to tell Aishas story to the world. Shonali Bose said that she was herself comfortable with her sons death and was at peace with it. She wanted to explore the couples relationship and wanted to explore what happens to a love story, to a marriage, when faced with the loss of a child. Shonali Bose also said that her own marriage ended when she lost her son. The Sky is Pink features Farhan Akhtar and Priyanka Chopra as the parents of the terminally ill child, played by Zaira Wasim. The film is slated for release on October

Filmmaker Shonali Bose penned down a lengthy note about the current situation in Jammu and Kashmir and how she is unable to get in touch with actor Zaira Wasim, with whom she hasbeen working on her latest project. In the post, Boselashed out at the decision to split J&K into the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. She wrote, It has been two weeks since the unprecedented communication blockade of Jammu and Kashmir. My heart is heavy as the sky is dark over Indias democracy right now. My heart has always ached for the terrible human rights violations in the Valley right from the times of the Congress government in the 90s. The disappearances and killing of innocent youth is not new. Nor is the opening of fire on demonstrations. But this government has crossed every line with its draconian measures. I want to ask every Indian every Bengali, Maharashtrian, Gujarati, Tamilian et al how would you feel if your State was split overnight and converted into a Union Territory? Leave Article 370 aside for a moment and answer that honestly. For me, the shock and anger at this unconstitutional act is laced with sorrow at how our own people must be feeling in this part of our country. Feelings we can only imagine as there is still a blackout! View this post on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/p/B1SxPzjJ11n/ #NotmyIndia. It has been two weeks since the unprecedented communication blockade of Jammu and Kashmir. My heart is heavy as the sky is dark over Indias democracy right now. My heart has always ached for the terrible human rights violations in the Valley right from the times of the Congress government in the 90s. The disappearances and killing of innocent youth is not new. Nor is the opening of fire on demonstrations. But this government has crossed every line with its draconian measures. I want to ask every Indian every Bengali, Maharashtrian, Gujarati, Tamilian et al how would you feel if your State was split overnight and converted into a Union Territory? Leave Article 370 aside for a moment and answer that honestly. For me the shock and anger at this unconstitutional act is laced with sorrow at how our own people must be feeling in this part of our country. Feelings we can only imagine as there is still a blackout! On a personal level I have never known anyone before in the State. But now I have a child there. Zaira Wasim the heart and soul of The Sky is Pink. I have known her and her family over one year spent marvelous times with them in both Srinagar and Jammu. I was with them in Jammu just a day before this happened. Zaira was very worried that something terrible was afoot because of the sudden influx of massive troops. I reassured her not dreaming something so draconian and unprecedented could be carried out. And since then Im besides myself with worry at not being able to reach her. To give her strength at this difficult time. To wish them Eid Mubarak. Im sure they couldnt celebrate it. We parted with the promise to stay in touch every day. Echoing a promise she and her brother make to each other in the film in a brilliantly acted and moving scene. But I cant reach my baby right now. #NotmyIndia A post shared by https://www.instagram.com/shonalibose_/ Shonali Bose (@shonalibose_) on Aug 17, 2019 at 10:16pm PDT Shonali Bose recently wrapped up the shoot of her upcoming film The Sky Is Pink.The film has Priyanka Chopra Farhan Akhtar and Zaira Wasim playing pivotal roles. Referring to Zaira Wasim as her child, she wrote about how she has not been able to communicate with her for several days. She wrote, On a personal level I have never known anyone before in the State. But now I have a child there. Zaira Wasim the heart and soul of The Sky is Pink.I have known her and her family over one year spent marvelous times with them in both Srinagar and Jammu. I was with them in Jammu just a day before this happened. Zaira was very worried that something terrible was afoot because of the sudden influx of massive troops. I reassured her not dreaming something so draconian and unprecedented could be carried out. And since then Im besides myself with worry at not being able to reach her. To give her strength at this difficult time. To wish them Eid Mubarak. Im sure they couldnt celebrate it. We parted with the promise to stay in touch every day. Echoing a promise she and her brother make to each other in the film in a brilliantly acted and moving scene. But I cant reach my baby right now. https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/notmyindia/ #NotmyIndia On August 5, the Indian Government had announced the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. They also announced their decision of giving Jammu and Kashmir the status of a Union Territory. Ahead of the announcements, the state was put under a communication blackout, which is now being lifted in parts.

The comeback film of Priyanka Chopra The Sky Is Pink starring Farhan Akhtar , Zaira Wasim and Rohit Saraf, is set for the big premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival 2019. This will be director Shonali Boses third film to be screened at the prestigious TIFF. The Sky Is Pink follows the love story of Aditi and Niren Chaudhary, spanning over 25 years. This is shown through the lens of their daughter Aisha Chaudhary who is diagnosed with terminal illness. Priyanka Chopra said that she connected with the role from the minute she heard it. She said that it has been crafted so well in the hands of Shonali Bose that will renew the faith in love and life. This is why she co-produced the film with Ronnie Screwvala and Siddharth Roy Kapur. Producer Ronnie Screwvala said that this is their second film after Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota.He said that they take great pride in presenting their film at TIFF. Siddharth Roy Kapur added that the moment Shonali Bose presented the story to them, they knew it would resonate with the audience around the world. A young girl named Aisha Chaudhary was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis at the age of 13. She became a motivational speaker after her diagnosis. She even came out with a book, My Little Epiphanies. With a positive attitude, she spoke at prestigious events like TEDx, INK conferences. However, Aisha Chaudhary breathed her last at the age of 18 on 24 January 2015. Shonali Boses THE SKY IS PINK, starring Zaira Wasim, Rohit Saraf, https://twitter.com/priyankachopra?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw @PriyankaChopra Jonas, and Farhan Akhtar. https://twitter.com/hashtag/TIFF19?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw #TIFF19 https://t.co/5DTGj8UF95 https://t.co/5DTGj8UF95 https://t.co/EKX960DVrW pic.twitter.com/EKX960DVrW TIFF (@TIFF_NET) https://twitter.com/TIFF_NET/status/1153669756492427268?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw July 23, 2019 ALSO READ: Zaira Wasim to NOT promote The Sky Is Pink post her declaration of quitting films

Its been a while since the audience saw Farhan Akhtar on the big screen. His last stint was Rock On 2.Mainly because, the multitalented actor-producer-director, is currently touring across the globe for his concerts. While he has begun shooting for Shonali Boses next The Sky Is Pink , he is ready to do another film as well. If the sources are to be believed, screenwriter of The Legend Of Bhagat Singh and Raajneeti , Anjum Rajabali is penning a story. As per the sources, Farhan Akhtar is reportedly roped in to star in the film. While it is unknown as to what story Farhan wants to bring to the big screen, it sure will be exciting to see him on screen after two years. As far as Anjum Rajabali is concerned, he is also the writer of Saare Jahan Se Accha which is Rakesh Sharma biopic starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead. Farhan Akhtar, meanwhile, will be next seen in The Sky Is Pink co-starring Priyanka Chopra , Zaira Wasim. The film based on the story of Aisha Chaudhary who was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis at the age of 13. She became a motivational speaker after her diagnosis. She even came out with a book, My Little Epiphanies. With a positive attitude, she spoke at prestigious events like TEDx, INK conferences. However, Aisha Chaudhary breathed her last at the age of 18 on 24th January 2015. Also Read: Farhan Akhtar shares this picture with Shibani Dandekar and netizens cant stop TROLLING it for this reason!