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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 14 : Abhishek Bachchan-starrer 'I Want to Talk' is all set to be released in theatres, and makers are leaving no stone unturned to create excitement among the audience. On Thursday, a song titled 'Gum Ho Kahan' from Shoojit Sircar's directorial 'Gum Ho Kahan' was unveiled. The song features Abhishek Bachchan, Johnny Lever beautifully capturing the essence of the film's narrative, conveying a sense of melancholy and emotional vulnerability. The music is composed and sung by debutant singer Taba Chake.Sharing the promo of the song on their social media handle, they wrote, "Between being lost and finding yourself again, that's where #GumHoKahan lies."'I Want to Talk' is directed by Shoojit Sircar and stars Abhishek in the lead role. The story "explores complex emotional dynamics with Abhishek playing a pivotal character in the film grappling with deep emotional conflict. "On Wednesday, the whole team of 'I Want to Talk' attended the film's music launch, where they shared their experience working on the project. At the event, Abhishek opened up about the physical changes he went through for the film "There's always a huge beeline outside his office because the experience of making a film with him is very transformative. Not just physically, from what you see."He pointed to the movie poster, where he appears with a big belly, and said, "I'm not in this shape anymore." He shared that the belly in the poster was real, not a prosthetic, and revealed that he gained extra kilos for the film. "But it's been a learning experience. It's been life-changing. And I hope that we've managed to make a bit of a difference to your two, three hours that you spend in the cinema or watching the film. We've worked hard. It's a very sincere effort," he said. Shoojit Sircar and Ronnie Lahiri have produced the project under Rising Sun Films. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on November 22, 2024.

London [UK], October 3 : The shoot for 'Housefull 5' is underway full swing in the UK.The film is currently being shot on a cruise, and the makers on Wednesday dropped a BTS picture featuring Akshay Kumar, Fardeen Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Dino Morea, Riteish Deshmukh, Shreyas Talpade, Chunky Panday, Johnny Lever and Ranjeet. Actresses Jacqueline Fernandez, Chitrangda Singh, Nargis, Soundarya Sharma and Sonam Bajwa could also be seen posing with the 'Housefull' gang. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Nadiadwala Grandson (@nadiadwalagrandson)Sharing the image on Instagram handle, Nadiadwala Grandson wrote, "The team of #Housefull5 cruising their way to y'all Get ready for the biggest wave full of laughter, madness and entertainment! Coming in cinemas near you on 6th June 2025#SajidNadiadwala's #Housefull5 Directed by @tarun_mansukhani."Helmed by Tarun Mansukhani, 'Housefull 5' will be released in theatres on June 6, 2025. The film is backed by Sajid Nadiadwala.'Housefull 5' marks the first-ever franchise film in Indian Cinema to have five instalments. The first part of 'Housefull' was released in the year 2010 and starred Akshay, Riteish, Lara Dutta, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Rampal and Boman Irani. The film was declared a hit, followed by another hit sequel 'Housefull 2' which was released in 2012 and included a stellar cast of Akshay, Ritiesh, John Abraham, Shreyas Talpade, Jacqueline Fernandez, Rishi Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor, Mithun Chakraborty and Asin.Both parts were helmed by director Sajid Khan.Sajid was replaced in the third instalment of the film by director duo Sajid Samji and Farhad Samji. The film was released in 2016. Director Farhad Samji helmed the fourth part of the franchise which was a reincarnation comedy film.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14 : It's veteran actor Johny Lever's birthday today and to make his day special, his fans and colleagues from the film industry have flooded social media with heartfelt wishes. Kajol opted for a nostalgic yet humorous way to wish Johny a very happy birthday. Taking to Instagram, she shared a still with Johny Lever from their hit film 'Baazigar'. "Babulal ka birthday hai, cake khana zaroori hai..happy happy birthday Johny Lever," she wrote. In 'Baazigar', Johny essayed the role of Babulal and tickled the funny bone of the audience with his comic scenes. The comedy dialogues and scenes in the film in the role of Babulal helped Johy Lever stand out in the film.Interestingly, Johny once revealed that his dialogues in the film were written by himself. Released on November 12, 1993, Baazigar featured Shah Rukh Khan as an anti-hero. The thriller, also one of Kajol's earliest successes, turned into a blockbuster.The film, helmed by director duo Abbas-Mustan, is still famous for its dialogues and songs.SRK's dialogue "Kabhi Kabhi Kabhi kabhi jeetne ke liye kuch haarna bhi padta hai ... aur haar kar jeetne waale ko baazigar kehte hai (Sometimes to win you must lose something ... and one who wins from a losing position is called a gambler)," is still etched in the minds of his fans.Earlier this year, the film was re-released in theatres. Johny gan his acting career with 1982 'Dard Ka Rishta' and has acted in more than 300 movies. Besides baazigar, Chhota Chhatri in 'Awara Pagal Deewana' and Pappi Bhai in 'Golmaal 3' are also considered some of the best roles of his acting career so far.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 23 : This December Akshay Kumar is all set to come up with the star-studded 'Welcome 3'. Officially titled 'Welcome to the Jungle', the film features Akshay alongside renowned names such as Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Shreyas Talpade, Suniel Shetty, Johnny Lever, Kiku Sharda, Krushna Abhishek, Rahul Dev and singers-brothers Daler Mehndi and Mika.As fans are eagerly waiting for the third part, the makers are leaving no stone unturned to make the film more special. As per the information shared by the film's team, the movie will have a grand dance number, featuring as many as 30 stars and 500 dancers. The song has been composed by Anand Raj Anand, with the dance choreographed by Ganesh Acharya.On his birthday last year, Akshay shared the film's promo on social media and wrote, "Khud ko aur aap sab ko ek birthday gift diya hai aaj (I have given a gift to you and myself on my birthday today). If you like it and say thanks, I'd say Welcome(3) #WelcomeToTheJungle. In cinemas, Christmas - 20th December, 2024. #Welcome3. Produced by #JyotiDeshpande. Produced by #FirozANadiadwallah. Directed by @khan_ahmedasas @officialjiostudios @baseindustries_group."The film, which is directed by Ahmed Khan, will be out in theatres on December 20, 2024.

Lantrani' starring Johnny LeverJitendra Kumar and Jisshu Sengupta unveiled the intriguing trailer on Friday.Helmed by 3 different directors, the movie features Johnny LeverJitendra KumarJisshu Sengupta, Malayalam star Nimisha Sajayan and Bhojpuri actor Sanjay Mahanand.This anthology is a collaboration of three esteemed national award-winning filmmakers, Gurvinder Singh, Kaushik Ganguly, and Bhaskar Hazarika. It showcases three independent films--'Dharna Mana Hai,' 'Hud Hud Dabang,' and 'Sanitized Samachar'--all under the umbrella of 'Lantrani Volume 1'.Each film adeptly captures the absurd realities of the rural landscape in India. The narratives draw inspiration from different segments of small towns and rural worlds where people take absurd measures to survive.Sharing the excitement, Johnny Lever said, "Bringing humour to life is my forte, however, I have tried my hands on a very different role in Hud Hud Dabang. It's an exhilarating shift, and I can't wait to witness the audience's reaction to seeing me in this unusual character. Working with the talented filmmaker Kaushik Ganguly has been an absolute delight - I've long admired his work. Initially, I was a bit sceptical when I heard the story and kaushik told me that I won't be playing a funny character. Eventually, I decided to take on this challenge and loved the way it has brilliantly come out under his direction. I am hopeful that viewers will appreciate and shower their love for my character."The director of 'Dharna Mana Hai,' Gurvinder Singh, said, "In my film, I always strive to bring out authenticity. This film tells the story of a scheduled caste woman who gets selected as a first-time member of the Sarpanch. She soon realizes that even though she has made it to the Sarpanch, she has no real power. She and her husband embark on a protest that takes an unusual turn outside of the DDO's office to fight the system. I am glad to bring this story to the world through ZEE5."Talking about the anthology, the director of 'Hud Hud Dabang,' Kaushik Ganguly, said, "This is a tale of a noble policeman who has worked a desk job at the police station for 25 years. He is given access to a gun and a bullet bike to take a criminal to his court hearing. Later, he learns more about the prisoner's life and decides to let him escape. The interesting part is why does he do that? What makes him take this decision and help a criminal?"Bhaskar Hazarika, the director of 'Sanitized Samarchar,' highlights the story, stating, "People always tell me that Sanitized Samarchar is a very interesting title. In my films, I always aim to explore off-beat topics and make them interesting rather than delving into regular, normal stories. In this film, to save their local news channel from shutting down, a group of employees must telecast a live primetime bulletin with their COVID-positive journalist for a hand sanitizer sponsor called Covinaash. With their livelihood at stake, they decide that whatever happens, the show must go on. I've given an observational treatment to the film, inviting audiences to peer into the world of a small news studio without becoming a part of it.."'Panchayat' fame Jitendra Kumar, who plays the lead role in 'Dharna Mana Hai,' stated, "Choosing stories is an art, and I always select my characters with the same care as picking colours for a painting. 'Dharna Mana Hai' tells a local story that resonates with everyone. I look forward to being part of stories that connect with people from all walks of life. I am truly grateful for the overwhelming love and support from my fans for all the characters I've portrayed before. Here's hoping that viewers will embrace me in this anthology as well and continue showering their love, as they have done in the past.""Being part of Lantrani has been a captivating experience. The anthology brings forth the unseen facets of rural India, and my role in one of the stories allowed me to explore a character that is both challenging and compelling. I am excited for the audience to witness the unique narratives crafted by these talented filmmakers. Lantrani Volume 1 is a celebration of diversity and the vibrant stories that emerge from the heart of our country," Nimisha Sajayan.'Lantrani' set to stream from February 9.

In the clip, he can be seen sporting a white shirt and a black dupatta that covers his head. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor)His brother reacted to the post and wrote, "Johnny Levering". Netizens also reacted to the post and flooded the comment sections. A user wrote, "This side of Shahid is my fav" while another fan commented, "Your expression" with laughing emojis. Meanwhile, on the work front, Shahid will be seen sharing screen space with Kriti Sanon in 'Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya - An Impossible Love Story'.Legendary actor Dharmendra is also a part of the project.With this, Shahid Kapoor returns to the genre of romance after the blockbuster hit of Kabir Singh, leaving fans overjoyed for what's in store.Directed by Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah, a Maddock Film's production, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya is produced by Dinesh Vijan, Jyoti Deshpande and Laxman Utekar.The film will be released on February 9.Apart from this, Shahid also has 'Deva' with Pooja Hegde in his kitty.The cast recently finished shooting for the film's first schedule.Recently, production house Roy Kapur Films shared a picture on X (formerly Twitter) and made the announcement. They wrote, "And it's a wrap for #DEVA schedule one. See you in 2024!"The makers shared a picture of a gun-shaped cake with the text, "Deva first schedule done and dusted."The film is being helmed by Rosshan Andrrews, known for Malayalam films like 'Salute' and 'Kayamkulam Kochunni' and is produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur and Zee Studios.The film will be released in theatres on the occasion of Dussehra 2024.

Jr Mehmood's close friend Salam Kazi told ANI, "He was ill for 2 months and initially we thought that he might have some minor problem but after that suddenly his weight started decreasing. And when the medical reports came, it said there was cancer in the liver and lungs and a tumour in the intestine and he has also developed jaundice. So the treatment going on, but the doctors said it's a stage four cancer."Actor Johnny Lever also paid a visit to Jr Mehmood at his Mumbai residence.Jr Mehmood (67) has been featured in over 200 films in different languages.He is best known for movies like 'Brahmachari' (1968), 'Mera Naam Joker' (1970), 'Parvarish' (1977), and 'Do Aur Do Paanch' (1980).

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol)In the picture, Kajol could be seen posing with her 'Ishq' co-stars Ajay Devgn, Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla.From the storyline to actors' perfect comic timing and catchy tracks, Inder Kumar's directorial is fondly remembered by everyone to date for several reasons. Actors Dalip Tahil, Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Johnny Lever and Mohan Joshi were seen playing pivotal roles in the movie.Released in the year 1997, the film was declared a hit.Meanwhile on the work front, Kajol will be next seen sharing screen space with Kriti Sanon in 'Do Patti'.Helmed by Shashanka Chaturvedi, 'Do Patti' is produced by Kathha Pictures and co-produced by Kriti Sanon, also written by Kanika Dhillon and will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Netflix.The film is set to take viewers on a thrilling suspense-filled ride like never before and transport audiences to the mesmerizing hills of North India, which serve as a backdrop for the mystery and intrigue to unfold. Filmmakers began the production of the film in Mumbai on August 18.

"#baazigar completes 30 years.. This set was a whole lot of firsts .. The first time I worked with Saroj Ji, the first time I met @iamsrk.The first time I met @anumalikmusic ... and me all of 17 when I started the film .. Abbas bhai and Mustan bhai actually treated me with all the indulgence of a favourite child. And how can I forget @therealxt , @iam_johnylever , @theshilpashetty ..So many good memories and unstoppable laughter .. To this day, every song and dialogue brings a huge smile to my face ..Just because ..#30yearsofbaazigar," she wrote.She also posted a few stills from the film.Kajol's post left Bollywood lovers nostalgic."Amazing fill. Can watch it anytime," a fan commented."Was watching a revist video of Baazigar last night.I had no idea that it's been 30 years to this," another one wrote.Released on November 12, 1993, Baazigar featured Shah Rukh as an anti-hero. The thriller, also one of Kajol's earliest successes and notably Shilpa Shetty's debut, became a blockbuster.The film was helmed by director duo Abbas-Mustan. It's been three decades since the film released in theatres and to date, people remember its dialogues and songs. SRK's dialogue "Kabhi Kabhi Kabhi kabhi jeetne ke liye kuch haarna bhi padta hai ... aur haar kar jeetne waale ko baazigar kehte hai (Sometimes to win you must lose something ... and one who wins from a losing position is called a gambler)" is still etched in the minds of his fans.

Rohit Shetty on Friday celebrated 6 years of his supernatural action comedy film 'Golmaal Again'.Taking to Instagram, Rohit shared a motion poster of the film on his stories.Helmed by Shetty, the film starred Ajay DevgnArshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Kunal Kemu, Parineeti Chopra, Shreyas Talpade, Tabu, Johnny Lever, Prakash Raj and Neil Nitin Mukesh. The movie was released on October 20, 2017.'Golmaal Again' is the fourth instalment in the 'Golmaal' series. Meanwhile, Shetty is currently busy shooting for his upcoming action film 'Singham Again' which stars Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Tiger Shroff in the lead roles.Actors Ranveer Singh and Akshay Kumar will be seen in a guest appearance role in 'Singham Again'.The film is all set to hit the theatres on Independence Day 2024 and will face a big clash with Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2'.'Singham' was released in 2011, starring Kajal Aggarwal and Prakash Raj in lead roles, followed by 'Singham Returns' in 2014.Both projects were declared box office hits.Apart from this, Rohit will be soon making his OTT directorial debut with the upcoming series 'Indian Police Force' which stars Sidharth Malhotra, Shilpa Shetty and Vivek Oberoi in the lead roles.The series will stream exclusively on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video. However, the official release date is still awaited.