Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Director Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana' Is On Track To Start Rolling Out In 2023 With Ranbir Kapoor And Hrithik Roshan
1431 days ago
Bollywood

Director Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana' Is On Track To Start Rolling Out In 2023 With Ranbir Kapoor And Hrithik Roshan

Mumbai, July 16 - Director Nitesh Tiwari has a massive task in his hands to deliver in the form of directing the Hindu epic Ramayana. The task is such a huge that it requires a lot of time in pre-production as the makers are very well aware that there is no scope for them to missteps regarding this magnum opus feature film. ## There have been many reports regarding the casting of "Ramayana", however, nothing has been officially confirmed yet. Going by the previous reports, Ranbir Kapoor and Hrithik Roshan have been attached to play the roles of Lord Rama and Ravana, respectively, and latest the latest development is that they are still the first choices to play these two iconic roles despite the movie getting delayed. ## Madhu Mantena, who will produce this movie with Namit Malhotra, and Allu Arvind (as of now), previously said that they are planning to take the movie on floors by the end of 2023, and according to the latest reports, the movie is very much on track to start rolling out as scheduled.## One would believe that the makers had/have enough time to re-look at the script and their arrangements to take the movie on floors by 2023. Nitesh Tiwari is currently directing Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's "Bawaal", and his next project will be "Ramayana". It is believed that both Ranbir and Hrithik will also wrap up their current projects by the mid of 2023 as well.## Meanwhile, Ranbir is currently waiting for the release of "Shamshera", which is scheduled to release this comint Friday (July 22), and "Brahmastra", due on September 9 later this year. Hrithik, on the other hand, recently wrapped up the shoot of "Vikram Vedha", which is slated to hit screens on September 30, 2022. ## Stay tuned...

Kartik Aaryan, Kriti Sanon's 'Shehzada' Release Date Postponed To February 10, 2023
1431 days ago
Bollywood

Kartik Aaryan, Kriti Sanon's 'Shehzada' Release Date Postponed To February 10, 2023

Mumbai, July 16 - Kartik Aaryan and Kriti Sanon's Shehzada, which was announced for November 4, 2022, release, has been postponed to 2023 to avoid a clash with two other films. The Rohit Dhawan directorial is the remake of Allu Arjun-fronted Telugu film "Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo" (2020). ## The action drama film recently completed its shoot and was all set to hit screens worldwide later this year. However, the producers have now decided to release the film during the Valentine's Day weekend, on 10 February 2023. ## The postponement of "Shehzada" was already hinted at when producer Bhushan Kumar announced the "Kuttey" release date, which is on November 4. He is also the producer of "Shehzada" under his banner T-Series along with Allu Entertainment, Haarika & Hassine Creations, and Brat Films.## #Xclusiv... KARTIK AARYAN - KRITI SANON: 'SHEHZADA' SHIFTS TO 2023... #Shehzada - which was supposed to hit the screens on 4 Nov 2022 - will now release next year: In *cinemas* 10 Feb 2023 #ValentinesDay weekend... Stars #KartikAaryan and #KritiSanon... Directed by #RohitDhawan. pic.twitter.com/vdUye914sE— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 16, 2022 ## "Shehzada", apart from Kartik and Kriti, also stars Paresh Rawal, Manisha Koirala, Ronit Roy, and Sachin Khedekar in key roles. It marks the lead pair's second film together after "Luka Chuppi" (2019). The filming of the movie took place in Mumbai, Delhi, and Mauritius. ## Stay tuned...

Kesariya Song From 'Brahmastra' To Be Released On September 17
1431 days ago
Bollywood

Kesariya Song From 'Brahmastra' To Be Released On September 17

Mumbai, July 16 - One of the most-awaited Indian movies, Brahmastra Part One: Shiva, is getting nearer to its release date which is September 9. The Ayan Mukerji-directed fantasy adventure film stars Amitabh Bachchan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Mouni Roy, and Nagarjuna Akkineni in prominent roles. ## Meanwhile, apart from the movie, the audience has also been waiting for the movie's love song "Kesariya", featuring Ranbir and Alia. The teaser of the song was released months ago and has been loved by all. Sung by Arijit Singh, the makers have finally heard the voice of the audience and decided to release the song on July 17 (Sunday). ## It was recently reported that the song would be released on July 15, however, due to some reasons, it was pushed by a couple of days. ## Love, light & magic of #Kesariya out tomorrow πŸ’› pic.twitter.com/XojUvHBboY— BRAHMΔ€STRA (@BrahmastraFilm) July 16, 2022 ## "Brahmāstra" is produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Namit Malhotra, and Mukerji (in his debut production) under the banners Dharma Productions, Starlight Pictures, and Prime Focus in association with Star Studios. The film is intended to serve as the first film in a planned trilogy as part of its own cinematic universe called Astraverse. ## The film is scheduled for release on 9 September 2022 in standard formats, 3D, and IMAX 3D, by Star Studios, with Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures serving as its global distributor. ## Stay tuned...

Megastar Chiranjeevi To Present Telugu Version of Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha'
1431 days ago
Bollywood

Megastar Chiranjeevi To Present Telugu Version of Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha'

Hyderabad, July 16 - Megastar Chiranjeevi will be presenting the Telugu version of the highly anticipated Bollywood movie Laal Singh Chaddha, starring superstar Aamir Khan. The comedy-drama film, which is the official adaptation of the Hollywood movie "Forrest Gump", is scheduled to release on August 11, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. ## Aamir Khan held a special screening of LSC for Chiranjeevi at the latter's residence in Hyderabad. The screening was also attended by SS Rajamouli, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Sukumar, and Naga Chaitanya who marks his Bollywood debut with this film.## Chiranjeevi shared a glimpse into the special screening of LSC and can be seen appreciating Aamir for bringing such pure emotions into the movie. Hearing such heartwarming reactions from guests, Aamir can be seen getting emotional.## "Fascinating how a chance meeting & a little chat with my dear friend #AamirKhan Kyoto airport - Japan, a few years ago led to me becoming a part of his dream project #LaalSinghChaddha. Thank You #AamirKhan for the exclusive preview at my home. Heartened by your warm gesture!", the megastar wrote on Twitter. ## "Most of all, what a Gem of a film you have made!! πŸ™ Such a wonderful emotional journey!!", he added. ## Most of all, what a Gem of a film you have made!! πŸ™ Such a wonderful emotional journey!! @iamnagarjuna @ssrajamouli #aryasukku @chay_akkineni @AlwaysRamCharan— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) July 16, 2022 ## "Laal Singh Chaddha" is directed by Advait Chandan, who previously directed "Secret Superstar", in which Aamir Khan played an extended cameo. LSC is produced by Aamir Khan Productions, Viacom18 Studios, and Paramount Pictures, and also stars Kareena Kapoor, Naga Chaitanya, and Mona Singh. ## Stay tuned...

T-Series Sets Theatrical Release Date of Arjun Kapoor, Tabu's 'Kuttey'
1432 days ago
Bollywood

T-Series Sets Theatrical Release Date of Arjun Kapoor, Tabu's 'Kuttey'

Mumbai, July 15 - Renowned filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj's son Aasmaan Bhardwaj makes his directorial debut with Arjun Kapoor's black comedy thriller, Kuttey. The movie also stars Tabu, Radhika Madan, Naseeruddin Shah, Kumud Mishra, and Konkona Sen Sharma, among others in key roles. ## The movie is produced by Luv Ranjan, Vishal Bhardwaj, Ankur Garg, and Rekha Bhardwaj while it is presented by Gulshan Kumar and Bhushan Kumar's T-Series. While the plot details of the movie have been kept tightly under wraps, T-Series announced the theatrical release date. ## "Kuttey" will be hitting worldwide theaters on November 4, 2022, and will be clashing with Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Ishaan Khatter's "Phone Bhoot" at the box office. ## KUTTEY to release in cinemas on 4 November.Starring @arjunk26 @konkonas #NaseeruddinShah #KumudMishra #RadhikaMadan #ShardulBhardwaj & #Tabu. Directed by @aasmaanbhardwaj. #BhushanKumar @luv_ranjan @VishalBhardwaj @gargankur @rekha_bhardwaj @LuvFilms @officialvbfilms pic.twitter.com/F7YiJgerx4— T-Series (@TSeries) July 15, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, And Ishaan Khatter's Horror Comedy 'Phone Bhoot' Gets A New Release Date
1432 days ago
Bollywood

Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, And Ishaan Khatter's Horror Comedy 'Phone Bhoot' Gets A New Release Date

Mumbai, July 15 - Producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment has announced a new release date of the horror comedy film Phone Bhoot, starring Katrina Kaif, Siddhant Chaturvedi, and Ishaan Khatter. ## The Gurmmeet Singh-directed movie, which was earlier announced for October 7, 2022, release, will now be hitting worldwide theaters on November 4 in the same year. It will be clashing with Arjun Kapoor and Tabu's Kuttey at the box office. The reason behind pushing the release date of "Phone Bhoot" is unknown. ## Excel Entertainment took to Twitter and announced the new release date with a new poster. Earlier, in the day, the makers unveiled the official motion poster of the film. "Ringing in with an update. #PhoneBhoot will now release on 4th November at cinemas near you", read the tweet. ## Ringing in with an update. #PhoneBhoot will now release on 4th November at cinemas near you. #KatrinaKaif #IshaanKhatter @SiddyChats @bindasbhidu @gurmmeet @ritesh_sid @FarOutAkhtar @raviivar @JasvinderBath @KUMohanan1 @J10Kassim @vishalrr @AAFilmsIndia @ZeeMusicCompany pic.twitter.com/hNiTrfgVQQ— Excel Entertainment (@excelmovies) July 15, 2022 ## "Phone Bhoot" also stars Jackie Shroff, Sheeba Chadha, and Nidhi Bisht in supporting roles. It is Katrina's first movie since the biggest Bollywood grosser of 2021, "Sooryavanshi", in which she starred opposite Akshay Kumar. She will also be seen with Salman Khan in "Tiger 3". She also has Farhan Akhtar's "Jee Le Zaraa", also starring Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt, and "Merry Christmas" with Vijay Sethupathi in the pipeline.## On the other hand, Ishaan Khatter has "Pippa", co-starring Mrunal Thakur and Priyanshu Painyuli, scheduled to release on December 9 this year while Siddhanth Chaturvedi has Zoya Akhtar's "Kho Gaye Hum Kahaan" opposite Ananya and Adarsh Gourav.## Stay tuned...

Ranbir Kapoor Reveals Key Plot Details of Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal'
1432 days ago
Bollywood

Ranbir Kapoor Reveals Key Plot Details of Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal'

Mumbai, July 15 - Ranbir Kapoor is waiting for the release of his long-awaited period action drama film Shamshera, which is scheduled to release next week on July 22. After this YRF biggie, Ranbir will next headline magnum opus and probably the biggest movie of his career, Brahmastra Part One: Shiva, due on September 9. ## Apart from the aforementioned films, Ranbir has been shooting for Luv Ranjan's yet untitled rom-com along with Animal under the direction of Sandeep Reddy Vanga. "Animal" is particularly has been in the news ever since it was announced. It also stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead along with Anil Kapoor and Bobby Deol in a key roles. ## "Animal" is the first of its kind movie for Ranbir who is looking really excited about this one. During a recent interview, the "Sanju" actor revealed key plot details of the movie and raised the excitement bar high. He revealed that he is playing a gray character which is the first for him in his career. ## The movie is said to be about the father-son relationship, in which Anil Kapoor is playing Ranbir's father. He further revealed that the movie is incredibly dark and compelling in which he will shock everyone with his role. The next short schedule of the movie will resume after the release of "Shamshera". ## Produced by T-Series, Cine1 Studios, and Bhadrakali Pictures, "Animal" is slated to release on 11 August 2023. ## Stay tuned...

Aamir Khan Holds A Special Screening of 'Laal Singh Chaddha' For Telugu Celebrities In Hyderabad
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Aamir Khan Holds A Special Screening of 'Laal Singh Chaddha' For Telugu Celebrities In Hyderabad

Hyderabad, July 14 - Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is leaving no stone unturned to promote his upcoming movie Laal Singh Chaddha well. He released the trailer of the movie nearly two months before and has been releasing songs at a regular interval to keep the buzz going. ## Aamir Khan invited Telugu cinema legends and hosted a special screening at the Hyderabad residence of megastar Chiranjeevi this week. The screening was also attended by Naga Chaitanya along with Nagarjuna, SS Rajamouli, and director Sukumar. Naga Chaitanya is also an important part of the movie which marks his Hindi film debut. ## Mr Perfectionist #AamirKhan arranged #LalSinghChaddha special premiere show for Megastar @KChiruTweets, King @iamnagarjuna, Top directors @ssrajamouli, #Sukumar and @chay_akkineni recently. ❀️ ✨ pic.twitter.com/6SoasOUV0z— π•πšπ¦π¬π’π’π‘πžπ€πšπ« (@UrsVamsiShekar) July 14, 2022 ## "Laal Singh Chaddha" is produced by Aamir Khan Productions and Viacom 18 Motion Pictures in association with Paramount Pictures. It is the official Hindi adaptation of the Hollywood film, Forrest Gump and also stars Kareena Kapoor and Mona Singh. It is scheduled to release on August 11. ## Stay tuned...

Kangana Ranaut Stuns Netizens With Her Look As Indira Gandhi In The Teaser of 'Emergency' Movie
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut Stuns Netizens With Her Look As Indira Gandhi In The Teaser of 'Emergency' Movie

Mumbai, July 14 - Bollywood actress and filmmaker, Kangana Ranaut, who has portrayed some of the finest roles on the screen and have many accolades over the years, has now taken up another daunting and probably the biggest task and that is to play former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi.## The 4 time National Award-winning actress will headline the magnum opus "Emergency" movie, which is based on true facts of Indian political history. The shooting of the film, which is being directed and produced by Kangana herself, has begun and the first look teaser was launched on July 13. Kangana plays the late PM in this movie. ## Kangana, who has been hailed as one of the finest actresses Indian cinema has ever produced, nailed the look of Indira Gandhi with perfection and netizens can't stop praising her. Have a look at some of the social media reactions to Kangana's look as Indira Gandhi in the movie. ## Irrespective of the fact you like #KanganaRanaut or not for her views/opinions, nobody can deny that she is a BRILLIANT actor. #Emergency teaser & the minute details in it proves that. Eagerly waiting! 🀩 #EmergencyMovie https://t.co/3Ff6zEhhvI— Chirag Sehgal (@ChiragSehgal20) July 14, 2022 ## And this is it.#EmergencyFirstLook is Extraordinary.To see #KanganaRanaut as #indiragandhi is nothing, but brilliance.The look, the style, the mannerisms and the voice everything is Perfect.⭐⭐⭐⭐#Emergency#KanganaRanaut @nishantpitti @writish @gvprakash @manojmuntashir pic.twitter.com/o4DLznY3ZB— Ashwani kumar (@BorntobeAshwani) July 14, 2022 ## The chameleon like ability of #KanganaRanaut is undeniable Hope she bounces back as #Emergency is a daunting task especially because she takes up several roles (director, producer) Collaborations make thing easier but building your own hermit kingdom & thriving is very tough. pic.twitter.com/uavvySzeKG— ANMOL JAMWAL (@jammypants4) July 14, 2022 ## #EmergencyFirstLook How come one woman resemble the real looks of both Jayalalithaa ji and #IndiraGandhi. The amount of hard work and perfection #KanganaRanaut puts in for her films. Amazing! Wishing the whole team all the best and a blockbuster success for #Emergency. https://t.co/9ps1Y89qoM— Abhi Garg #MajaMaaOnPrime ❁ (@Abhinav_MadzFan) July 14, 2022 ## 15 Years in.. 4 National Awards and Countless Acting Accolades .. AND yet.. to this day when she acts, my jaw hits the floor..every film she transforms like a mutant... A LEGEND OF THE SCREEN #KanganaRanaut #Emergency pic.twitter.com/aNT4deljCY— 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐒 (@NaviKRStan) July 14, 2022 ## Look at the resemblance, who would have thought Kangana Ranaut will be so perfect as Indhira Gandhi #Emergency #KanganaRanaut pic.twitter.com/Xo7BEgMq71— Harshal (@AjinkyaHN) July 14, 2022 ## The first look of #Emergency gave me goosebumps!! Kangna has managed to create the same powerful aura and vibe that #IndiraGandhi was known for. Playing Indira Gandhi isn’t an easy task. She totally gets into the skin of the character. #EmergencyFirstLook #KanganaRanaut— Arshiya Bhalla (@BhallaArshiya) July 14, 2022 ## The best actress without any doubt, just look at the voice modulation and mannerisms, it's so natural and uncanny, still nowhere it looked #KanganaRanaut trying to immitate #IndiraGandhi.And there is so much maturity & understanding in her direction.#Emergency https://t.co/90UCGHRDHI— Vagabond (@ExMachina1196) July 14, 2022 ## That pressing of lips, repeatedly blinking eyes and tilted neck while talking are so brilliantly mimicked as Indira Gandhi.. Hope the storyline does same justice to her strong personality #Emergency https://t.co/2Qu35v7Wpd— Tarun Khanna (@Tarun_Khannaa) July 14, 2022 ## #KanganaRanaut getting into the skin of the character. She looks like a spitting image of Mrs. Indira Gandhi here… nicely done πŸ‘πŸ»#Emergency pic.twitter.com/bHLUgXetsr— Griha Atul (@GrihaAtul) July 14, 2022 ## Three time National Awardee, Greatest Actress Of India Presenting Kangana Ranaut as PM Indira Gandhi Literally No Words Unbelievable πŸ”₯ (Ditto) #KanganaRanaut #Emergency #IndiraGandhi #EmergencyFirstLook #ManikarnikaFilms πŸ˜‡ pic.twitter.com/kh6wmdVCFG— Abhishek Lohia (ΰ€…ΰ€­ΰ€Ώΰ€·ΰ₯‡ΰ€• ΰ€²ΰ₯‹ΰ€Ήΰ€Ώΰ€―ΰ€Ύ) (@JuniorLohia) July 14, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

Kangana Ranaut Transforms Into Former PM Indira Gandhi In The First Look Teaser of Emergency
1433 days ago
Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut Transforms Into Former PM Indira Gandhi In The First Look Teaser of Emergency

Mumbai, July 14 - Bollywood Queen, Kangana Ranaut shared the first look teaser of her upcoming movie Emergency. Kangana plays the role of former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, and the actress transformed herself into this epic role with perfection.## Apart from playing the role of the late former PM, Kangana is also directing and producing the movie under her banner Manikarnika Films Production. In the first look teaser, we see Kangana donning the look of Indira Gandhi, complete with spectacles and her starched cotton saree. ## In the teaser video, Kangana can be seen getting a call from the former US secretary of state Henry Kissinger, asking if American President Richard Nixon can address her as 'Ma'am' instead of the usual sir. Kangana, as Indira, takes a beat and says yes, but then turns to the secretary and asks him to inform the US President that everyone in her office refers to her as 'Sir'. The music, which is composed by GV Prakash Kumar, is also impressive. ## The epic story of Independent India’s darkest hour.As we commence shoot, sharing a glimpse of #Emergency#EmergencyFirstLookhttps://t.co/t14SjqyDEb#KanganaRanaut @nishantpitti #AkshtRanaut @writish @gvprakash @manojmuntashir pic.twitter.com/FsD0Hk3ixZ— Manikarnika Films Production (@ManikarnikaFP) July 14, 2022 ## "Emergency", is based on Independent India's one of the biggest and crucial chapters when Emergency was imposed by the former PM. This historical moment is often called the darkest hour of Indian democracy. The Emergency in India was a 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when PM Indira Gandhi had a state of emergency declared across the country. ## Talking about the movie, the shooting for the movie has already begun. Ritesh Shah, who also wrote Kangana's previous movie, Dhaakad, wrote the screenplay and dialogues of the movie. Kangana's transformation as Indira Gandhi has been done by Oscar-winner David Malinowski. The movie will be released in theaters next year. ## Stay tuned...

Gujarati Film 'Fakt Mahilao Maate', Featuring Amitabh Bachchan In Special Guest Role, To Release On August 19
1435 days ago
Bollywood

Gujarati Film 'Fakt Mahilao Maate', Featuring Amitabh Bachchan In Special Guest Role, To Release On August 19

Mumbai, July 12 - Gujarati movie, Fakt Mahilao Maate, which features legendary Amitabh Bachchan in a special guest role for the first time in a Gujarati movie, is all set to release in theaters on August 19, 2022. The movie stars Yash Soni and Deeksha Joshi in the leading roles. ## "Fakt Mahilao Mate" (Only for Women) is produced by Anand Pandit's Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and co-produced by Vishal Shah's Jannock Films. The movie celebrates the spirit of womanhood and delivers a powerful social message. ## Talking about how the film touches upon important issues and also packages them in the form of entertainment, Anand Pandit had earlier said, "I have always believed that women-led stories cannot just talk about important issues but also entertain the masses and break the box-office. When this story came to me, I immediately saw its potential and decided that I would produce it".## 'FAKT MAHILAO MAATE' ARRIVES ON 19 AUG 2022... #Gujarati film #FaktMahilaoMaate - starring #YashSoni - to release on 19 Aug 2022... #AmitabhBachchan - who features in a special guest appearance - is, for the first time, portraying a character in a #Gujarati film. pic.twitter.com/Yrqftu1FEu— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 12, 2022 ## Stay tuned...

Varun Dhawan Remembers Sidharth Shukla As 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' Completes 8 Years
1436 days ago
Bollywood

Varun Dhawan Remembers Sidharth Shukla As 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania' Completes 8 Years

Mumbai, July 11 - Director Shashank Khaitan's romantic-comedy film, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania has completed 8 years since its release in 2014. The movie starred Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt along with Sidharth Shukla in prominent roles.## As the film marks its 8th anniversary, Varun Dhawan celebrates this special film by remembering Sidharth Shukla, who died in September last year due to a heart attack. Sidharth marked his Bollywood debut with this film and it was the only Bollywood film of his career. ## Varun remembered Sidharth for his protective and kind-hearted nature and wrote, "8 years of #humptysharmakidhulania a very special film but today I remember it for the time I got to spend with sid on the film. He was kind hearted, protective, and always passionate about work and friends".## 8 years of #humptysharmakidhulania a very special film but today I remember it for the time I got to spend with sid on the film. He was kind hearted, protective and always passionate about work and friends. πŸ™ pic.twitter.com/OxohdX6JPs— VarunKukooDhawan (@Varun_dvn) July 11, 2022 ## "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania" is produced by Hiroo Yash Johar and Karan Johar under the banner of Dharma Productions. It was a big commercial success with a worldwide gross collection of 119.60 crores.## Stay tuned...