IMPPA, the Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association, inaugurated its new office premises on December 15, 2023. The grand inauguration ceremony was presided over by the Visionary and Dynamic President of IMPPA, Mr. Abhay Sinha. Established in 1937, IMPPA is the oldest, largest, and most established Producers’ Association in India, with more than 23,000 members and over 10,000 active members. Most of the producers of Feature Films, Television Series, TV News, Documentary Films, Short Films, Music Albums, Reality Shows, Web Films, Web Series, Video Films, Animation Films, Channels, OTT Platform, and Service Providers are members of IMPPA. The inauguration ceremony was attended by all the producers creating entertainment content, including films and content in various regional languages. The new office premises are equipped with the latest innovations in office technology, making work more productive and efficient. The workspace quality and productivity have been enhanced, and the available space and technology have been optimally utilized. IMPPA guarantees that all members will always receive better facilities at all times. This new office premises is a testament to IMPPA’s commitment to providing its members with the best possible facilities and services. The association has always been at the forefront of promoting and protecting the […]
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Safed, a new film, was launched on December 14, 2023, with a grand event that included the unveiling of the film’s music, posters, and release date. The event was hosted by RJ Archana Pania Sharma and attended by prominent celebrities from the film fraternity, including Rekha Bhardwaj, Vishal Bhardwaj, Sonu Nigam, Ismail Darbar, Dr. Jayantilal Gada, and Anand Pandit. Safed’s lead cast Abhay Verma, Meera Chopra, and Barkha Bisht were also present. The event began with the theme music of Safed, which created an apt mood for the unveiling of the film’s music, posters, and release date. The celebrities lit the auspicious lamp and sought the blessings of Goddess Saraswati. Sonu Nigam, who has been friends with Sandeep Singh for over two decades, praised the music curated by him for Safed. “All the music curated by him for Safed is a reflection of his soul,” said the popular singer. “In this industry, only a few make a place for themselves, Sandeep has done that.” Noted film and music director Vishal Bhardwaj was surprised when he heard the story of Safed and saw the first cut. “The way he has extracted work from his actors is commendable,” said Bhardwaj. “I knew […]
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As 2023 comes to a close, producer Anand Pandit is set to end it on a high note with the biggest bash of the year. The event will celebrate his 60th birthday and 20 years of his successful real estate company Lotus Developers. The attendees will include the galaxy of the industry, with megastar Amitabh Bachchan as the chief guest. Pandit posted a heartwarming glimpse of the moment he visited Big B’s home to invite him on social media. Sources say that the two have known each other for many years and share a very close bond. The superstar, who rarely attends public events or private parties, is making an exception this time and will grace Pandit’s birthday celebrations. He also shares a close working relationship with Pandit, having worked in his recent productions ‘Chehre’ and ‘Fakt Mahilao Maate.’ The news has created a massive buzz in the industry, and all eyes are now on what is expected to be the most well-attended party of 2023. Stay tuned for more details.
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Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire is an upcoming Indian action film directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films. The film stars Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead roles. Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire is set to be released on December 22nd, 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The film is based on the story of two friends and their journey into the world of the Khansaar. Prashanth Neel, the director of the film, has described Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire as a completely different world with massive action and strong characters. The film is driven by emotions and friendship, and each action sequence comes with an emotion. Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran have played their characters amazingly, and the audience can feel the emotions of two friends and their mutual on-screen bond. Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire shows the brotherly bond of two characters played by Prabhas and Prithviraj Sukumaran respectively. The film is set in the world of the Khansaar, which is one of the most violent worlds known to humans. The film offers a perfect blend of action and emotion that will appeal to a large section of the audience. Recently, it was announced that the first single […]
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By Awesome TV Rijul Maini, a 25-year-old resident of Michigan, was recently crowned Miss India USA 2023 at a prestigious event held in Fords, New Jersey. Apart from being a medical student, Rijul is also an artist and a model. She has made history at her medical school by becoming the first Indian woman to be elected as the class president. Rijul’s ultimate goal is to become a surgeon and make a positive impact on her community, with a specific focus on women’s financial independence and literacy. In the same pageant, Sneha Nambiar from Massachusetts was crowned Mrs. India USA, while Saloni Rammohan from Pennsylvania was crowned Miss Teen India USA. This year’s pageant marked its 41st edition, with 57 contestants from 25 different states participating in three categories – Miss India USA, Mrs. India USA, and Miss Teen India USA. All the winners from these categories will receive complimentary tickets to Mumbai to take part in worldwide pageants organized by the same organization in October. The Miss India USA pageant was started 41 years ago by Dharmatma and Neelam Saran, prominent Indian Americans based in New York. It is the longest-running Indian pageant outside of India. This year’s pageant […]
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Netflix and YRF Entertainment’s flagship series, The Railway Men, has become a global sensation. This gripping four-part mini-series, which premiered on November 18, has received rave reviews from audiences and critics worldwide. The series marks the first collaboration between Netflix and YRF Entertainment. The Railway Men tells the inspiring story of the employees of the Indian Railways in Bhopal, who demonstrated extraordinary heroism on the night of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy. These brave individuals risked their lives to save their fellow citizens, battling an unseen enemy in the air. Setting a New Standard in Sustainable Filmmaking A YRF Entertainment production, The Railway Men team successfully filmed on a near zero-waste set. Despite the challenges of a large cast, a massive set, and numerous crew members, YRF Entertainment significantly reduced its carbon footprint at the Kalina, Mumbai sets. From December to March, the production generated 19,786 kgs of waste. Impressively, 19,311.2 kgs of this were responsibly recycled, composted, or donated. Only 417.7 kgs were handed over to the municipality as waste, setting a new industry benchmark. The team implemented a systematic approach to waste management, using color-coded bins in English and Hindi for efficient segregation. Ground crews received comprehensive training on […]
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As the thrilling series ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’ reaches its climax, Avinash Kamath embarks on the final leg of his extraction mission. The question that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats is – will The Freelancer succeed in saving Aliya? Based on the book ‘A Ticket to Syria’ by Shirish Thorat, the series is a creation of showrunner Neeraj Pandey, directed by Bhav Dhulia, and produced by Friday Storytellers and Shital Bhatia. Set to premiere on December 15, 2023, on Disney+ Hotstar, ‘The Freelancer: The Conclusion’ boasts a stellar cast including popular actor Mohit Raina, veteran actor Anupam Kher, Kashmira Pardeshi, and other talented actors like Sushant Singh, John Kokken, Gauri Balaji, Navneet Malik, Manjiri Faddnis, and Sarah Jane Dias. Adding a touch of humor to the intense series, Navneet Malik shares a hilarious behind-the-scenes incident. Recalling a day when he accidentally forgot about a shooting schedule, he narrates how the entire team was left waiting while he was blissfully relaxing at home. In a comical turn of events, the team managed to find his address on WhatsApp, arrived on scooters to pick him up, and ensured he made it to the set. This unexpected adventure added a […]
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The much-loved talk show, ‘Koffee With Karan’, is back with its eighth season, promising more candid conversations, laughter, and revelations. Hosted by the versatile Karan Johar, the show is set to drop its next episode on December 14th, exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. This season, the conversations are edgier, crazier, and more candid, bringing viewers closer to their favorite stars. With new episodes releasing every Thursday, fans are in for a whirlwind journey of getting up close and personal with celebrities. The upcoming episode will feature Aditya Roy Kapur and Arjun Kapoor, promising an episode filled with bromance, laughter, and off-screen antics. The duo is set to bring their suave styles and irresistible appeal to the Koffee couch, making the episode more than just engaging conversations. In a teaser of the upcoming episode, Karan Johar asked Aditya Roy Kapur about the rumors of him dating Ananya Panday, to which he replied, “Ask me no secrets, I will tell you no lies.” The episode also features a personal coffee shots round, where Arjun Kapoor revealed his offscreen roleplay prop of choice – handcuffs. Adding to the intrigue, Aditya Roy Kapur left fans curious with his comment, “Disney+ Hotstar can’t handle it!” In […]
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The much-anticipated trailer of the cinematic masterpiece, ‘Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire’, has recently been unveiled by the makers. The trailer has garnered an exceptional response from audiences, with Pan India star Prithviraj Sukumaran’s multilingual prowess taking center stage. Playing the role of Varada Raja Mannaar in this action thriller, the anticipation for Prithviraj Sukumaran’s character development has significantly escalated after the trailer’s release. Prithviraj Sukumaran is creating history in more ways than one. He has lent his voice to his character, Varada, in five different languages – Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, for the film. Interestingly, reports suggest that he is the only actor from the cast to have dubbed in all languages. As the grand release of the film approaches, Prithviraj Sukumaran has shared a major update with his millions of fans. In a heartfelt post, the actor revealed that he has completed the final dubbing for ‘Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire’, describing it as a great experience. He wrote, “Final dubbing corrections for #Salaar done. I have had the privilege of lending my voice to all my characters across various languages I’ve worked in over the years. But to be dubbing for the same character, in […]
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