Shriya Pilgaonkar

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Haathi Mere Saathi

(18 Sep 2021)

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Vaishnavi

Aranya

(26 Mar 2021)

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Vaishnavi

Bhangra Paa Le

(3 Jan 2020)

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Nimmo

House Arrest

(15 Nov 2019)

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Saira

Mirzapur

(16 Nov 2018)

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Sweety

13 Mussoorie

(12 Oct 2018)

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Aditi Bisht

Mulk

(3 Aug 2018)

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Fan

(15 Apr 2016)

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Neha

Stupid Cupid

(31 May 2015)

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Ishanvi

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Shriya Pilgaonkar recalls working in 'Taaza Khabar 2'

6 Jan 2024

Shriya Pilgaonkar took a stroll down memory lane and recalled working in the second season of 'Taaza Khabar'.As the show completed a year today, Shriya said, "2023 started with the release of 'Taaza Khabar,' am grateful for all the love that the show has garnered. For me, the character of Madhu , a sex worker was exciting and fulfilling to play as an actor because it was a completely new look for me to portray on screen.I am super thrilled to begin 2024 on the set of 'Taaza Khabar season 2." 'Taaza Khabar' also starred Bhuvan Bam. Meanwhile, Shriya was recently seen in 'Dry Day', which unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, a small-time goon portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional quest to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.She shared screen space with Jitendra Kumar in the film.

"Feels like a full circle moment..." Shriya Pilgaonkar on being part of jury at Jio MAMI Film Festival

30 Oct 2023

Shriya Pilgaonkar shared her experience of being part of the Jury at Jio MAMI Film Festival this year in the Mumbai dimensions category.Shriya Pilgaonkar, one of the most versatile actors in the industry, who is also a filmmaker, reflects on the deep-seated connection she holds with this film festival.Shriya shared, "I am thrilled to be part of the Jury at MAMI this year in the Mumbai dimensions category. This film festival and I go back a long way and I've always felt a special connection to it, not just as a cinephile but also because in the past, a short documentary that I directed called 'Dresswala' was an official selection at this festival. So it feels like a full circle moment for me that I am now part of the jury of the same category that I once submitted to as a filmmaker. I really look forward to attending the festival every year which is a wonderful platform for filmmakers and cinema lovers from around the world. It's so inspiring and rejuvenating to be in this environment where people come together just for the pure love of cinema. I am really looking forward to watching some incredible films."Meanwhile, on the work front, Shriya has recently wrapped the shooting for her hit series 'The Broken News 2' with Jaideep Ahlawat, a film with Emmay Entertainment by Nikhil Advani is her next release, besides shooting for sequel to her hit shows 'The Guilty Minds' and 'Taaza Khabar.'Shriya will also begin shooting for two of her films, early next year.

Saqib Saleem's action thriller series 'Crackdown' Season 2 trailer out now

20 May 2023

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Saqib Saleem (@saqibsaleem)Helmed by Apoorva Lakhia, 'Crackdown' Season 2 is all set to enthrall the audience with its fast-paced narrative, spine-chilling action sequences and an unparalleled cinematic experience.The series stars Saqib Saleem, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Iqbal Khan, Waluscha De Sousa and Ankur Bhatia in the lead roles and is all set to stream on the OTT platform Jio Cinema from May 25.The second season will also feature actors like Freddy Daruwala, Hemant Kher, and Sachin Parikh.In the second season, the relentless covert operations team, led by the charismatic star cast, returns to tackle a fresh set of challenges. With the safety of the nation threatened, the fearless agents will stop at nothing to dismantle a powerful syndicate that threatens to unleash chaos.Actor Saqib Saleem shared his journey of bringing back his character of Riyaz Pathan and said, "I am extremely grateful that I got to bring Riyaaz Pathan to the digital screens! The second season was grueling both in terms of training as well as the anticipation to ensure that I did justice to Riyaaz Pathan's journey on the show. From gun firing classes to rigorous MMA training - we went through it all to ensure the most authentic portrayal of our fearless RAW agents. A show this huge, needs a platform just as grand to bring alive the larger-than-life moments. I am excited for the movie's release on India's largest entertainment platform, JioCinema, and can't wait to see the audience's reactions to Riyaz's next moves."Shriya Pilgaonkar said, "The super success of season 1, inspired us to put our best foot forward and take the entertainment to the next level with Season 2! I like exploring different genres as an actor and My character as a double agent has always had an interesting arc, but this season you will also see a lot of exciting action. From the sand dunes of Jaisalmer to the snow-clad mountains of Kashmir, Apoorva had us performing some really challenging stunts amidst the most beautiful locations. The team is super fun to work with. We're excited for the release of the new season on India's largest entertainment platform, JioCinema, and to take our story to its large subscription base across the country."

Bhuvan Bam's debut series 'Taaza Khabar' trailer out now

13 Dec 2022

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Bhuvan Bam (@bhuvan.bam22)Helmed by Himank Gaur, the show is all set to premiere exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar from January 6, 2023.Based on the life of a sanitation worker, the series light-heartedly depicts class-based poverty and the human desire to lead a better life.Apart from Bhuvan, the show also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar, JD Chakravarthy, Deven Bhojani, Prathmesh Parab, Nitya Mathur, Shilpa Shukla and Mithilesh Chaturvedi in pivotal roles.Soon after the makers unveiled the official trailer, fans flooded the comment section with red hearts and fire emoticons.YouTuber Ashish Chanchalani wrote, " BAAAAPPPP I LOVE YOU.""logon ka acha time ni tiktaa hmraa bura khaa tikegaa dialogue hits different," a fan commented."I loved it, story and your charishma is beyond awesome just accent and voice modulation is something i feel is not coming up to the mark anyways looking forward to watch it as we can't judge just from trailer," another fan commented.Talking about the trailer, Bhuvan said, "Taaza Khabar is a complete entertainer with elements of action, drama and romance. The show captures the ups and downs of human wishes and wants. This is also my digital debut with Disney+ Hotstar, which is a special feeling in itself and the love I have received for this is unimaginable, especially from my co-stars. Everyone on set was an expert at their job but it was a first for me and I'm thankful for all the relationships I cultivated on set. We have worked with all our hearts to bring this story to life and all I can say is viewers can expect anything and everything from this show."Director Himank Gaur, "We've all, at some point, wondered what it would be like to have superpowers? Taaza Khabar brings this thought to life and intertwines it with epic one-liners, some relatable emotions and Bhuvan's classic charm. The entire cast has done a great job, grasping their character that brings each emotion alive. This will be exciting for the audience to watch. I am grateful for Disney+ Hotstar providing the series a global platform."

Shriya Pilgaonkar to essay role of sex worker in her upcoming comedy drama 'Taaza Khabar'

13 Dec 2022

The Broken News,' actor Shriya Pilgaonkar is all set to essay the role of a sex worker in her upcoming comedy-drama 'Taaza Khabar'.Shriya will be seen in a never-seen-before look and character potrayal in 'Taaza Khabar,' as she will be essaying the role of sex worker 'Madhu.' The audiences have loved and appreciated her characters like 'Sweety' of Mirzapur, 'Kashaf' of Guilty Minds and 'Radha' of 'The Broken News.'Talking about her character, Shriya shared, "I am thrilled to be a part of Taaza Khabar where I got to showcase a completely different look that I haven't donned before and also in terms of building a character, this was a new experience for me, which was so much fun. Since I have recently been seen as a lawyer in Guilty minds and a news reporter in The Broken news, I'm excited to be seen as a sex worker in this comedy-drama genre with Bhuvan Bam. It was fun to experiment with my look and performance. My character Madhu, is sassy and has a whole lot of spunk. Can't wait to share her with you!"'Taaza Khabar' also stars Bhuvan Bam, J D Chakravarty. The official release date of the series is still awaited.Disney+ Hotstar took to Instagram on Monday and shared a glimpse of Shriya's character in the 'Taaza Khabar'.Apart from acting, Bhuvan Bam will also mark his debut as a producer as he will be co-producing the series under his home production company 'BB ki Vines Production'.Helmed by Himank Gaur, the show is all set to premiere exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.Based on the life of a sanitation worker, the series light-heartedly depicts class-based poverty and the human desire to lead a better life.Besides 'Taaza Khabar,' Shriya is also currently shooting for her two upcoming films, details for which are under wraps.

Prime Video announces the world premiere of its first legal drama Guilty Minds

4 Apr 2022

Prime Video today announced its first-ever legal drama, Guilty Minds, starring Shriya Pilgaonkar (Mirzapur) and Varun Mitra (Jalebi, Tejas) in the lead. Created and directed by Shefali Bhushan, and co-directed by Jayant Digambar Samalkar, the legal drama follows the journey of two young and ambitious lawyers. While one is the epitome of virtue, the other is associated with a leading law firm, dealing with all shades of grey.Prime Video announces the world premiere of its first legal drama Guilty MindsThe series also stars Namrata Sheth, Sugandha Garg, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Satish Kaushik, Benjamin Gilani, Virendra Sharma, Diksha Juneja, Pranay Pachauri, Deepak Kalra, and Chitrangada Satrupa in pivotal roles and features guest appearances from actors such as Karishma Tanna, Shakti Kapoor, and Suchitra Krishnamoorthi.you won't be able to turn a blind eye to this one Hearings begin soon. This courtroom drama, where intriguing cases are fought by lawyers whose ideologies clash, is produced by Karan Grover and co-produced by Antara Banerjee and Naved Farooqui. Prime members in India and across 240 countries and territories can stream the Amazon Original Series from April 22, 2022.