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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Shah Rukh Khan Lauded Indian Women's Hockey Team After Finishing At 4th Position In Tokyo Olympics 2020
1773 days ago
Bollywood

Shah Rukh Khan Lauded Indian Women's Hockey Team After Finishing At 4th Position In Tokyo Olympics 2020

Mumbai, August 6, 2021: Indian Women's Hockey Team was on the verge of creating history, however, they failed to win against the Great Britain team in the Bronze Medal match in the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Despite not making it to the podium finish, the Indian Women's Hockey team has had a memorable outing in the Olympics 2020 as they reached the Semi-Final for the first time in the game's history. ## Meanwhile, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was heartbroken after the loss but he lauded the Indian team for putting in a great effort and inspiring Indians. ## On Friday morning, SRK shared on Twitter, "Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women's Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India. That itself is a victory". ## Heartbreak!!! But all reasons to hold our heads high. Well played Indian Women’s Hockey Team. You all inspired everyone in India. That itself is a victory.— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 6, 2021 ## Shah Rukh Khan played the role of coach Kabir Khan in the 2007 hit movie Chak De! India. He trains a group of women hockey players. SRK's role in the film is loosely inspired by hockey player Mir Ranjan Negi. Chak De! India is considered one of the best sports drama films in Indian cinema. ## Stay tuned...

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Farhan Akhtar To Team Up With Ashutosh Gowariker For A Contemporary Action Film?
1774 days ago
Bollywood

Farhan Akhtar To Team Up With Ashutosh Gowariker For A Contemporary Action Film?

Mumbai, August 5, 2021: Farhan Akhtar's recently released "Toofan" on Amazon Prime Video and opened with mixed responses from the viewers. The actor is now gearing up for his next, which is said to be a contemporary action flick with director Ashutosh Gowariker. ## Gowariker, who is known for making intense period dramas, is looking to embrace other genres. Recently, it was revealed that he was working on his next Hindi film for Akhtar's Excel Entertainment banner. The yet-untitled film is said to be set in a forest and will see Akhtar playing the role of a forest ranger, an officer charged with the patrolling and guarding of a forest. ## The movie has been planned as a big-budget venture and will reportadly see another prominant Bollywood actor to play the villain. Farhan's father, the legendary Javed Akhtar himself is writing this film with a team of writers. The movie is expected to be announced soon and it will go on floors by the year-end. ## Akhtar's film with Gowarikar was planned to roll out in the first half of 2021. However, due to the covid-19 pandemic, the movie couldn't go on floors. Meanwhile, Farhan also has Mahesh Mathai's Rakesh Sharma biopic that has been hanging in the air since its announcement in 2018. ## Stay tuned...

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Janhvi Kapoor's Hindi Remake Of Malayalam Film 'Helen', Titled 'Mili'; Shoot Begins
1774 days ago
Bollywood

Janhvi Kapoor's Hindi Remake Of Malayalam Film 'Helen', Titled 'Mili'; Shoot Begins

Mumbai, August 5, 2021: Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor is doing the Hindi remake of the 2019 Malayalam film, Helen. The survival thriller has been titled, Mili, in Hindi, and it is directed by Mathukutty Xavier, who directed the original film as well. ## The Hindi remake is produced by Janhvi's father Boney Kapoor under his production banner Bayview Projects LLP. The shooting of "Mili", has already begun in Mumbai on August 4. The film tells the story of a young nurse, who wants to move to Canada but things take a turn when she mysteriously disappears.## The original film, Helen, stars Anna Ben in the title role, while Lal, Noble Babu Thomas, Aju Varghese, Rony David, and Binu Pappu appear in supporting roles. The movie received a lot of accolades and appreciation for the story and performance of the actors. ## Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor will also be starring in Dostana 2. She also has completed Good Luck Jerry, which is said to be a remake of the Tamil film Kolamavu Kokila (2018), starring Nayanthara. ## Stay tuned...

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Ranveer Singh To Reunite With Sanjay Leela Bhansali In Baiju Bawra!
1775 days ago
Bollywood

Ranveer Singh To Reunite With Sanjay Leela Bhansali In Baiju Bawra!

Mumbai, August 4, 2021: Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali is working on his ambitious musical love saga, Baiju Bawra. The reports regarding the film's lead actor have been making noises for a long time now. From Ranbir Kapoor to Kartik Aaryan, the actors were said to be approached by Bhansali, but things didn't work. ## Now, the latest development suggests that Bhansali has finalized the film's leading hero, and it is none other than, Ranveer Singh, who is reportadly roped in and as Baiju Bawra in Bhansali's version of the musical saga, earlier filmed by Vikram Bhatt's grandfather, the distinguished Vijay Bhatt in 1952. ## Earlier, there were reports saying Ranbir has said no to Sanjay Leela Bhansali's proposed musical love story Baiju Bawra. However, it is now revealed that the actor was never approached to star in the film. In fact, the only time Ranbir turned down a role in a Bhansali film was when he was offered Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai starrer Guzaarish. Bhansali offered him the role that was eventually played by Aditya Roy Kapur. ## About the casting of Baiju Bawra, the source close to the development told a leading entertainment portal, "It is Ranveer Singh who was being seriously considered for the part. Bhansali's focus was on the casting of Heera Mandi. But now since erroneous information on the male casting of Baiju Bawra was being leaked out, Bhansali has decided to announce Ranveer Singh in the ambitious grand musical's title role". ## If all goes well, it will be a reunion of Ranveer and Bhansali. The actor-director duo has already worked in blockbuster films - Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat. Baiju Bawra will mark their fourth collaboration. ## Stay tuned...

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Lara Dutta Is 'Thankful' For Playing Indira Gandhi In Bell Bottom
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Lara Dutta Is 'Thankful' For Playing Indira Gandhi In Bell Bottom

Mumbai, August 4, 2021: Actress Lara Dutta is all set to take the audience by surprise in the upcoming espionage thriller film, "Bell Bottom". The actress is playing the former prime minister of India, the late Indira Gandhi in the film, led by superstar Akshay Kumar. ## Talking about playing Indira Gandhi in the film, Dutta called it an opportunity of a lifetime and great responsibility to portray an iconic figure on the big screen. ## "It is a great responsibility when you portray someone who's an iconic figure like Mrs. Gandhi. It was very important to get her body language right", Lara Dutta said at the 'Bell Bottom' trailer launch on Tuesday. ## Bell Bottom, directed by Ranjit Tewari, is set in 1984, the year that saw Operation Bluestar as well as Mrs. Gandhi's assassination. The film is about a hijack that took place during Mrs. Gandhi's tenure.## "Given the dramatic events that were unfolding, she was extremely centered. It was important therefore to portray her in that way. As a result, a lot of homework and research went into the role. It was an opportunity I am very thankful for", concluded Lara.## Produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikkhil Advani under the banners of Pooja Entertainment and Emmay Entertainment, the movie also stars Vaani Kapoor and Huma Qureshi in key roles. It is scheduled to release on August 19 in theaters worldwide. ## Stay tuned...

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Captain India: Kartik Aaryan's Film With Hansal Mehta And Ronnie Screwvala Is Based On Operation Raahat!
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Captain India: Kartik Aaryan's Film With Hansal Mehta And Ronnie Screwvala Is Based On Operation Raahat!

Mumbai, August 4, 2021: Filmmakers Ronnie Screwvala in association with Harman Baweja, recently announced their new film with actor Kartik Aaryan, titled "Captain India". Directed by Hansal Mehta, Kartik will play an Air Force pilot in the film, which is inspired by true events. ## "Captain India" is based on true events and inspired by one of India's successful rescue missions from a war-torn country, with Kartik as the pilot who leads the operation and displays exemplary bravery and courage. Writer and producer Harman Baweja called Captain India 'will resonate with every Indian'. ## It has now been revealed that the movie is based on one of the biggest rescue operations, "Operation Raahat", that took place in 2015. Kartik will play a pilot who led "Operation Raahat". Harman Baweja, Sanchit Gupta, Priyadarshee Srivastava, and Karan Vyas have written the script of the film, produced by RSVP Movies and Baweja Studios. ## Talking about "Operation Raahat", it was done by the Indian Armed Forces to evacuate Indian citizens and foreign nationals from Yemen during the 2015 military intervention by Saudi Arabia and its allies in that country during the Yemeni Crisis. It was a joint operation led by the Indian Navy and Air Force. ## During "Operation Raahat", more than 4,640 Indian citizens in Yemen were evacuated along with 960 foreign nationals from 41 countries. "Operation Raahat" lasted for 11 days from April 1 to April 11. Indian Air Force began evacuation on 3 April 2015 from Sana and it ended on April 9, 2015. ## "Captain India is inspiring and thrilling in equal measure and it gives me great pride and honor to be a part of such a historic chapter of our country. I have immense respect for Hansal Sir's body of work and this was the perfect opportunity to collaborate with him", Kartik had said in a statement.## The shooting of "Captain India" is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2022. Before that, Kartik will finish Satyanarayan Ki Katha, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and Ala Vaikunthapuramaloo remake. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar's Bell Bottom Looks For Smooth Nationwide Release As Theaters In Maharashtra Expected To Reopen Soon
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar's Bell Bottom Looks For Smooth Nationwide Release As Theaters In Maharashtra Expected To Reopen Soon

Mumbai, August 3, 2021: The makers of Akshay Kumar starrer, Bell Bottom, stick to their commitment to an exclusive theatrical release of the film. Even though the theaters in Maharashtra are yet to reopen, the Bell Bottom team went ahead to release the trailer on August 3 and are all set to release their films on the big screen worldwide on August 19 in 3D. ## The release date of Bell Bottom was announced after the Maharashtra government assured of reopening of cinemas from August 2. However, the entire film fraternity was taken aback by surprise when the state government didn't permit the cinema halls to reopen in the unlock order. The decision might have come as a big shock to the Bell Bottom makers as Maharashtra is the major market for Hindi films. ## However, according to reports, the good news for the reopening of cinema halls in Maharashtra is around the corner. The reports are claiming that the multiplex and single screen associations are in constant conversations with the Government of Maharashtra to pass an order for the reopening of cinema halls. It is being said that cinemas in the state will start functioning before August 15, and therefore, Bell Bottom most probably will have a smooth theatrical release nationwide. ## That's not all, even the team of Bell Bottom is constantly in touch with the concerned people to gauge the ground reality. "Right from some state officials to the cinema hall associations, the Bell Bottom team is in conversation with all stakeholders and are confident that positive news will come their way within the next 10 days", a source told Pinkvilla. ## Meanwhile, the trailer of Bell Bottom was launched on the evening of August 3. The Ranjit Tewari directorial promises to be a thrilling big-screen experience. The movie features Akshay Kumar, Vani Kapoor, Lara Dutta, and Huma Qureshi in key roles. It is produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikkhil Advani under the banners of Pooja Entertainment and Emmay Entertainment. ## Stay tuned...

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Nayattu Remake: John Abraham And Allu Arjun To Back Hindi & Telugu Remakes Of Malayalam Political Thriller
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Nayattu Remake: John Abraham And Allu Arjun To Back Hindi & Telugu Remakes Of Malayalam Political Thriller

Mumbai, August 3, 2021: The success of the recently released Malayalam political thriller film, Nayattu, is leading to multiple remakes. Nayattu received a lot of appreciation and accolades from viewers who praised the story, direction, and the cast's performances. ## The movie is now getting remakes in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil languages. Martin Prakkat, director of the original, has confirmed that the Hindi remake rights have been picked up by actor John Abraham, to be remade under his film company, JA Entertainment. ## The Telugu remake rights have reportedly been picked up by star Allu Arjun. His home production Geetha Arts acquired the remake rights. The production house is already in talks with a couple of directors for the film's remake in Telugu, for which, the official announcement will be made soon. ## The producers of the Tamil remake are yet to be known but Gautham Vasudev Menon has been confirmed to direct this super hit film. Full details of the project are currently being kept under wraps.## 'Nayattu' was released on April 8, 2021. It stars Kunchacko Boban, Joju George, and Nimisha Sajayan in the lead roles. The film is directed by Martin Prakkat and written by Shahi Kabir. Ranjith, P. M. Sasidharan, and Martin Prakkat co-produced the film under Gold Coin Motion Picture Company and Martin Prakkat Films.## Stay tuned...

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Multiplex Association Of India Expressed Disappointment Over Maharashtra Government's Decision To Keep Theaters Closed
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Multiplex Association Of India Expressed Disappointment Over Maharashtra Government's Decision To Keep Theaters Closed

Mumbai, August 3, 2021: The Multiplex Association Of India has expressed concern and disappointment over the government of Maharashtra's decision to keep theaters closed despite the other states have allowed the cinemas to operate. ## The decision of keeping the cinemas closed in Maharasthra came a few hours after the makers of Akshay Kumar's starrer "Bell Bottom" announced the launch of the trailer. Earlier, the government had reportadly allowed cinemas to reopen in 25 districts of the state, which led "Bell Bottom" makers to finalized the release date of the film on August 19. ## "Government of Maharashtra's decision to keep Cinemas closed is hugely disappointing news for the entire Film Industry. This comes at a crucial time when the Industry has received permission to reopen from all major States, and is trying to recover from the devastating pandemic. Urging @OfficeofUT to reconsider and allow Cinemas to reopen @AUThackeray #Unlockcinemas #savejobs", the association said in a tweet. ## Urging @OfficeofUT to reconsider and allow Cinemas to reopen🙏 @AUThackeray #Unlockcinemas #savejobs— Multiplex Association Of India (@MAofIndia) August 3, 2021 ## Stay tuned...

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Kiara Advani Ropes In To Romance Kartik Aaryan In Sajid Nadiadwala's Next With Director Sameer Vidwans!
1776 days ago
Bollywood

Kiara Advani Ropes In To Romance Kartik Aaryan In Sajid Nadiadwala's Next With Director Sameer Vidwans!

Mumbai, August 3, 2021: Kiara Advani seems to be on a signing spree. Having plenty of films already in her kitty, the actress has signed one more film. Kiara, who is gearing up for the digital release of "Shershaah", has reportadly been roped in for Sajid Nadiadwala's musical-romantic film, "Satyanarayan Ki Katha" (to be retitled), with Kartik Aaryan as the male lead. ## Kiara has been roped in as the leading lady in a love story helmed by National Award-Winning director, Sameer Vidwans. The film will go on floors by the month of December 2021. According to reports, the makers were looking for a fresh pairing and that's Kiara Advani came to their mind opposite Kartik Aaryan. ## Kartik and Kiara are already working on "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2", and Nadiadwala's film marks their second collaboration. The actress too is all excited for her maiden collaboration with Sajid and a reunion with Kartik after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. While Kartik is named Satya in the movie set in the heartland of India, Kiara will be playing his love interest as Katha. ## Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment in collaboration with Shareen Mantri Kedia and Kishor Arora of Namah Pictures, the makers are currently working on the pre-production work and also working on bringing the best music team on board for the epic love story. ## Meanwhile, Kiara Advani was recently announced as the female lead of director Shankar's upcoming Pan India film with Ram Charan. She will also be playing the female lead in Shankar's next film with Ranveer Singh, which is the remake of Anniyan. The actress also has "Jug Jugg Jeeyo", and "Mr. Lele" in the works. ## Stay tuned...

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Akshay Kumar Gives Details About His Charactor In Bell Bottom As He Announces The Trailer Release Date Of The Film
1777 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar Gives Details About His Charactor In Bell Bottom As He Announces The Trailer Release Date Of The Film

Mumbai, August 2, 2021: In the next three weeks, Bollywood will see the first major Hindi release in theaters in form of Akshay Kumar starrer "Bell Bottom", in the last one and a half years. The exhibitors and theaters owners were in dire need of a big-ticket release from Bollywood to kickstart the theatrical business. The moment finally came when the makers of "Bell Bottom" announced the August 19 theatrical release of the film, that too in 3D. ## Inspired by true events, the release of Bell Bottom was postponed thrice before the August 19 release date. And now, as the film is nearing its big-screen debut, the makers are all set to launch the long-awaited trailer of the film on August 3 in the evening. ## Akshay Kumar took to Twitter and gives the details of his charactor in the film as he announced the trailer release date. While we already know that the actor is playing a spy in Bell Bottom, it seems his charactor has mastered multiple skills such as speaking multiple languages, sharp memory, and brilliant chess player, according to the details given by him. ## "Sharp memory, national level chess player, gaana sikhata hai, Hindi, English, German bol leta hai! Baaki details kal. #BellBottom trailer out tomorrow evening!", Akshay wrote while sharing the new poster with the trailer release announcement. ## Sharp memory, national level chess player, gaana sikhata hai, Hindi, English, German bol leta hai! Baaki details kal. #BellBottom trailer out tomorrow evening!@vashubhagnani @Vaaniofficial @humasqureshi @LaraDutta @ranjit_tiwari @jackkybhagnani @honeybhagnani @poojafilms pic.twitter.com/TQxBGjOkrQ— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) August 2, 2021 ## Bell Bottom is directed by Ranjit M Tewari and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, Deepshikha Deshmukh, Monisha Advani, Madhu Bhojwani, and Nikkhil Advani under the banners of Pooja Entertainment and Emmay Entertainment. Apart from AK, the movie also stars Vaani Kapoor, Lara Dutta, and Huma Qureshi in other prominent roles. ## Stay tuned...

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Shilpa Shetty Kundra Releases An Official Statement Regarding Ongoing Pornography Controversy
1777 days ago
Bollywood

Shilpa Shetty Kundra Releases An Official Statement Regarding Ongoing Pornography Controversy

Mumbai, August 2, 2021: Bollywood actress and social media influencer, Shilpa Shetty Kundra has spoken out on the ongoing pornography controversy. The actress releases an official statement days after the arrest of her husband, businessman Raj Kundra, in an alleged case of pornographic content production and distribution by the Mumbai Police. ## In the statement released by Mrs. Kundra, she urged everyone to respect her privacy and asked everyone not to pass any judgment on her. She also blasted the 'media trail', claiming that she and her family have always followed the law. ## "Yes! The past few days have been challenging, on every front", the statement read. "There have been a lot of rumours and accusations. A lot of unwarranted aspersions on me cast by the media and (not so) well-wishers as well. A lot of trolling/questions posed… not only to me but also to my family". ## "MY STAND… I HAVE NOT COMMENTED YET and will continue to refrain from doing so on this case as it is subjudice, so please stop attributing false quotes on my behalf. Reiterating my philosophy of, as a celebrity "Never complain, never explain". All I will say is, as it's an ongoing investigation, I have full faith in the Mumbai Police & the Indian judiciary", she added. ## "As a family, we are taking recourse to all our available legal remedies. But, till then I humbly request you – especially as a MOTHER – to respect our privacy for my children's sake and request you to refrain from commenting on half-baked information without verifying the veracity of the same. I am a proud law-abiding Indian citizen and a hardworking professional for the last 29 years", the statement further read. ## People have put their faith in ME & I've never let anyone down. So, most importantly, I request you to respect my family's and 'my right' to privacy in these times. We don't deserve a media trial. Please let the law take its course. Satyamev Jayate! With Positivity and Gratitude, Shilpa Shetty Kundra", the statement concludes. ## My statement. pic.twitter.com/AAHb2STNNh— SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) August 2, 2021 ## Earlier, Raj Kundra was arrested by Mumbai Police on July 19 and will be held in judicial custody till August 10. He was arrested by the Mumbai Police Department and charged under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, the Information Technology Act, and the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act for allegedly creating pornographic content and distributing it through pornographic apps.## Stay tuned...

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