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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 9 : After 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar', actor Ankita Lokhande is all set to come up with a web series 'Amrapali' in collaboration with filmmaker Sandeep Singh.Ankita Lokhande has been roped in to portray Amrapali, the celebrated and glamorous 'nagarvadhu'.Taking to Instagram, Sandeep Singh treated fans with this exciting news and captioned the post, "Presenting @lokhandeankita as #Amrapali, the epitome of strength, grace, and resilience. This captivating series delves into the untold saga of the royal courtesan, revealing her journey filled with emotions and challenges. Stay tuned for this grand spectacle, produced by @officiallegendstudios The series marks the much-awaited comeback of the musical maestro @ismaildarbarofficial."View this post on InstagramA post shared by SANDEEP SINGH (@officialsandipssingh)The series will encapsulate her journey from being an imperial courtesan to choosing to become a Buddhist nun. It will capture a gamut of emotions and vicissitudes experienced by Amrapali, who finally renounces all luxuries and adopts celibacy as a Buddhist devotee.Filmmaker Sandeep Singh said, "Amrapali was known for her beauty and grace and was one of the strongest characters in the history of India. I could not see anyone but Ankita Lokhande, who has surprised everyone with her spectacular performance in my film 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.' She is just right for the role as she has all the attributes of a charming princess and a nagarvadhu, as she is also a great dancer. Ankita emotes beautifully through her eyes, which will capture the essence of Amrapali."Ankita Lokhande said, "I have received immense appreciation across the globe for playing Yamunabai in my film 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,' because of which I have been getting film offers with strong performance-oriented characters. But I need to choose wisely, and yes, after 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar,' it's Amrapali. I will be making a few more good selections soon. Amrapali will be a surprise for me and the audience. I hope to live up to their expectations."Music composer Ismail Darbar said, "After 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' and 'Devdas,' 'Amrapali' will be the most challenging musical journey for me because this story is about a dancer who, disheartened with life, adopts spiritualism. There will be ten songs of various hues capturing the opulence and the divinity of Amrapali.""Amrapali" is being presented by Sandeep Singh and produced by Legend Studios.Meanwhile, Ankita is currently receiving appreciation for her performance in 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar'.'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' is a cinematic portrayal of one of India's most influential and controversial figures during the Indian Independence struggle, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, revered as Swatantrya Veer Savarkar.Directed by actor Randeep Hooda, who also essays the role of Savarkar. The film promises to be more than just a biopic; it's an epic and daring retelling of India's armed revolution for independence.Produced by Zee Studios, Anand Pandit, Sandeep Singh, Randeep Hooda, & Yogesh Rahar. Co-produced by Roopa Pandit, Sam Khan, Anwar Ali, Panchali Chakraborty.Starring Randeep Hooda and Amit Sial was released on March 22 in two languages - Hindi and Marathi.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 2 : Makers of 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' unveiled a promo for the upcoming episode, featuring Indian Team captain Rohit Sharma and batsman Shreyas Iyer, who will be guest-starring on the show and enjoying light-hearted moments with the comedian.In the recent promo, Kapil asked if there are microphones on the stumps nowadays and if they ever get upset with someone. Rohit Sharma responded, "Kar bhi kya sakte hai, humare ladke sust murge hai. Bhaagte nahi hai." (What can we do, our boys are lazy chickens. They don't run.)View this post on InstagramA post shared by Netflix India (@netflix_in)Kapil Sharma further asked, "Aapko kabhi kisi ne weird salaah di hai?" (Kapil Sharma asked if anyone had ever given Rohit Sharma weird advice.) Rohit chuckled and replied, "Airport pr aapne dekha hoga saare cricketer headphones laga kar jaate hai. Style thodi maarnte hai koi." (You must have noticed at the airport, all cricketers wear headphones while walking. They don't do it for style.)The laughter continued when Sunil Grover humorously asked about becoming an opening batsman to which Rohit jokingly replied, "Opening batsman toh bhool jaao."In the video, Kapil Sharma impersonated Navjot Singh Sidhu, imitating his unique style and humorous remarks. He joked, "match ke baad mai zyada der ruk nahi sakta, salwar meri dheeli hai mai jhuk nahi sakta. (After the match, I can't stay longer, my pants are loose, I can't bend)."The promo caption reads, "Cricket and Comedy ka yeh crazy combo hoga too hard to miss! Dekhna na bhoole #TheGreatIndianKapilShow Episode 2 iss Saturday 8pm sirf Netflix par!"In the previous episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show, Ranbir Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor, and Riddhima Kapoor were the first guests. With Sunil Grover and Ranbir Kapoor's funny romance and Kapil Sharma's comedic timing, viewers were entertained through the episode.

Shantanu Maheshwari and Khushalii Kumar are all set to share the screen space in an upcoming psychological thriller film 'Crossfire'.Helmed by director Harish Raut, the film promises a riveting fusion of suspense and heartfelt drama and guarantees an immersive cinematic journey that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats, brimming with a spectrum of emotions.'Crossfire' follows Ipsita Dhar (Khushalii) as her life crosses paths with Bhanu Pratap Singh (Shantanu), newly released from prison. Their meeting sparks a deep bond, with Ipsita becoming instrumental in Bhanu's journey of redemption, navigating love, betrayal, and the search for inner peace. Their relationship explores the complexities of human emotions and the consequences of one's decisions.Talking about the project, Raut said, "It's a psychological thriller but has a very strong human drama in the backdrop. With layered characters, I wanted young actors who could embody these roles authentically. I am happy to have found Shantanu and Khushali, and we are eager to commence workshops with the entire cast before we go on the floor in October." Khushalii, thrilled to be a part of 'Crossfire,' expressed her excitement, stating, "I am really thrilled to be in this film. The storyline is captivating, offering a blend of suspense and emotional depth that will undoubtedly resonate with audiences."Shantanu shared his thoughts on the script, saying, "From the moment I read the script, I was drawn to the film. My character has nuances that challenge traditional notions of morality. He navigates a spectrum of emotions and moral dilemmas, challenging traditional notions of right and wrong. As an actor, these layers offer an exciting opportunity for exploration. I am glad to be a part of 'Crossfire'." Shantanu is known for his performance in director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'.Khushalii, on the other hand, was recently seen in the film 'Starfish'.

Shruti Haasan is all set to headline in the BAFTA winner Philip John's directorial 'Chennai Story.'Written and directed by Philip John, co-written by Nimmi Harasgama, Chennai Story is an English film interspersed with Tamil and Welsh, exploring themes of love, self-expression, and acceptance.In 'Chennai Story,' Shruti Haasan to play the character named Anu, who is a spirited private detective. Shruti's addition to the cast brings a contemporary edge to this cross-cultural rom-com where she joins forces with British star Viveik Kalra alongside Kevin Hart, Vincent D'Onofrio, Jean Reno, Sam Worthington amongst others.Expressing her excitement, Shruti said, "Hailing from Chennai, a story showing the diversity and uniqueness of Chennai is so special to me -- collaborating with Phil is something I'm so excited to experience, telling global and rooted stories through international collaboration is what making cinema is all about. I'm all up for Sunitha Tati's vision of taking a culturally rooted story to an international audience through Chennai Story.""I'm thrilled to be teaming up with the incredibly talented Shruti, on an emotional roller coaster of a story set in Chennai and Cardiff - two vibrant and multicultural cities. With the support of BFI, this film brings a whole new collaboration to international film production, while also bringing a fresh, under-explored Wales and India to the big screen," said Philip John.'Chennai Story', under pre-production currently, will start its principal photography soon in locations in Chennai and subsequently in Cardiff.Meanwhile, Shruti never looked back since her 2009 debut in the Imran Khan-starrer 'Luck'. She made her Telugu debut with 'Anaganaga O Dheerudu' and her Tamil debut with '7aum Arivu'. She acted in several Hindi movies including 'Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji', 'D-Day', 'Ramaiya Vastavaiya', 'Tevar', 'Gabbar Is Back', among others.Recently, she was seen in 'Salaar: Part 1-Ceasefire'. Helmed by 'KGF 2' director Prashanth Neel, 'Salaar: Part 1- Ceasefire' stars Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan in the lead roles.

View this post on InstagramA post shared by Khushalii Kumar (@khushalikumar)The soothing number has been sung by Sachet and Parampara Tandon. This powerful duo also composed the music for this song. The lyrics have been penned by Kumaar. 'Bairaage' is the kind of song that pulls heartstrings.Directed by Akhilesh Jaiswal, the thrilling drama is set in an underwater world. Starfish is based on Bina Nayak's best-selling book called Starfish Pickle. The story revolves around Tara, a skilled commercial diver who is a mystery to everyone around her. She is a strong girl who defies social conventions and comes to terms with her past. Tara's life takes an unpredictable turn when she visits a spiritual Guruji at one of his trance parties. What remains to see is how this fateful encounter changes her life.Tara's life takes an unpredictable turn when she visits Guruji at one of his trance parties. Starfish is an adventurous story revolving around past secrets and unconventional life choices. The film is produced by T-Series and Almighty Motion Picture, owned by Bhushan and Krishan Kumar. Starfish is running in cinemas from November 24.

It will star Kanika and Rannvijay Singha.Women-centric online channel Girliyapa shared the update on its official Instagram page."TVF & Girliyapa proudly partners with the ace writer-filmmaker Kanika Dhillon to create a new property on the life & times of Working Mothers, featuring the incredible cast Kanika Dhillon herself & Rannvijay Singha & amazing team of Girliyapa (sic)" the post read.Kanika is known for projects 'Manmarziyaan' and 'Haseen Dillruba'. She is also all set to come up with 'Do Patti', which stars Kajol and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles. She has also co-written Shah Rukh Khan's much-awaited film, Dunki, which is all set to release next month.

Directed by Sujay Dahake, 'Slum Golf' revolves around the rousing journey of Pawan, from the slum areas of Mumbai to the glory of the golf course, read a statement.On Wednesday, the makers unveiled the show's teaser, which gives a peek into his journey of pursuing his passion for golf and how he tackles real-life problems, juggling between finances, relations, and his ambition. He then meets coach Rane, a mentor whose support and guidance mark a turning point in his life. Pawan not only learns the technicalities of the sport but also gains invaluable life lessons, equipping him to pursue his goal.Excited about the project, Sharad said, "Slum Golf is a project that is very close to my heart, as this is a story that beautifully captures the beauty of Mumbai, a city of dreams and if you have passion and determination in you nothing can stop you from achieving your goal. I hope that the series leaves the audiences with a word of thought and motivates them to never give up on their goals."'Slum Golf' will be out on Amazon miniTV.

Strength for my family," she wrote.Pavitra lost her father on November 6. He had not been keeping well after he reportedly suffered a fall at his home in Mumbai.Pavitra is best known for her work in shows like Love U Zindagi, Sawaare Sabke Sapne Preeto, Hongey Judaa Na Hum, Yeh Hai Mohabbatein and Kavach... Kaali Shaktiyon Se. She also participated in 'Bigg Boss 14'.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video'.The film, which is expected to go on floors soon, will be directed by Raaj Shaandilyaa.As per a statement, 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video' "promises to be a hilarious cinematic experience bringing the 90s tadka back."Earlier today, the makers also unveiled an intriguing poster with the initials of the film's title, 'VVKWWV' teasing the audience and leaving them guessing the title.The film's announcement has left fans excited."Wow..fresh on screen jodi," a social media user commented."Looks interesting. Best wishes to the team," another one wrote.The film also marks the first-ever on-screen pairing of Rajkummar with talented Triptii. Details regarding the other actors are awaited.Meanwhile, RajKummar is basking in the success of the Netflix series 'Guns & Gulaabs', in which he shared the screen space with Dulquer Salmaan. In the coming months, he will also be seen in 'Mr and Mrs Mahi' opposite Janhvi Kapoor. The film will hit the theatres on March 15, 2024.Sharan Sharma of 'Gunjan Saxena' has directed the film.On the other hand, Triptii made her acting debut in the comedy film Poster Boys (2017) and had her first lead role in the romantic drama Laila Majnu (2018). She has since starred in Anvita Dutt's period films Bulbbul (2020) and Qala (2022).

Akhil Akkineni and Mammotty starrer action-packed spy-thriller Agent is all set for its OTT journey.Taking to Instagram, Sony Liv shared a video and captioned it, The wait is over! Brace yourself for the wild adrenaline rush!The Agent starring Mammotty and Akhil Akkineni will be streaming on Sony LIV from 29th Sept. #SonyLIV #AgentOnSonyLIV #Agent.Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Surender Reddy, Agent revolves around Rickey, an aspiring RAW agent who is assigned a challenging mission by RAW chief Colonel Mahadev, also known as The Devil. Ricky must infiltrate as a rookie to apprehend Dharma, aka The God, a former RAW agent who harbours a monstrous plan to destroy India.With a star cast that includes Akhil Akkineni, Mammootty, Dino Morea, Sakshi Vaidya, Denzil Smith, and Vikramjeet Virk, among others, Agent boasts some power-packed performances. In addition to direction, the films screenplay is written by Surender Reddy, while its story is penned by renowned writer Vakkantham Vamsi. It is bankrolled by Rambrahmam Sunkara, Ajay Sunkara, and Pathi Deepa Reddy under the banners of AK Entertainments and Surender 2 Cinema.Director Surender Reddy said in a statement, With Agent, we aimed to create an immersive cinematic experience that combines gripping storytelling, high-octane action, and compelling performances. We are thrilled to partner with Sony LIV to bring this adrenaline-fueled ride directly to the screens of movie enthusiasts worldwide. Get ready for some jaw-dropping twists and suspense!Akhil Akkineni shared his experience, Portraying the character of Rickey in Agent has been a transformative experience for me. This film has it all intense action, mind-blowing twists, and a captivating narrative that will leave you wanting more. I believe audiences will be enthralled by the elements of mystery that unfold throughout the film. And I am super-excited for Agent's OTT premiere on Sony LIV, where viewers can enjoy it from the comfort of their homes.Agent will stream from September 29 on Sony Sony LIV.