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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Kangana Ranaut Opens Up On Directing 'Emergency' Movie
1438 days ago
Bollywood

Kangana Ranaut Opens Up On Directing 'Emergency' Movie

Mumbai, July 17 - Bollywood actress and filmmaker, Kangana Ranaut has taken a huge task into her hands to direct one of the key historical moments in Indian politics, the period of Emergency. The first look teaser of the movie was unveiled a couple of days and it got anonyms positive response from one and all and it started to trend at number 1 on YouTube. ## Kangana Ranaut, apart from directing and producing the film, is also playing the role of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. "Emergency" marks Kangana's second directorial venture after Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, and she is looking super confident with the upcoming film as well. "Manikarnika" was a successful outing at the box office and Kangana is hoping for the same with "Emergency" as well as she believes that her instinct as a filmmaker will pay off big time. ## During the latest interview, Kangana opened up about donning the directorial hat for the second time and said, "My last directorial was Manikarnika, and I got an encouraging response from the audience as it was a blockbuster. I was tempted to direct another film but I had many acting assignments to complete. I do believe that I know the pulse of the audience who is looking for something which will stimulate their intellectual side and not just their sensual side". ## "The Emergency is an undeniable part of recent history and I feel that this will click with the audience. Since the teaser has dropped it's been trending at number 1, it has taken the nation by storm and it is a validation of the fact that this is what people are starved for. It's not that people don't want content, they want to see young filmmakers, new thought process, refreshing ideas, and not the stale typical formula films. I do believe that my instinct as a filmmaker will pay off big time. See you in the cinemas next year", she added. ## The Emergency was imposed by then PM Indira Gandhi for a 21-month period from 1975 to 1977 when the fundamental rights of the people were put under strict curbs. Ritesh Shah of Pink fame has penned the screenplay and dialogues of the film. A Manikarnika Films presentation, Emergency is produced by Renu Pitti and Kangana Ranaut.## "Emergency" will be released in theaters worldwide in 2023. ## Stay tuned...

Marvel Studios 'Doctor Strange' Director Scott Derrickson Heaps Praise On SS Rajamouli's 'RRR'
1438 days ago
Tollywood

Marvel Studios 'Doctor Strange' Director Scott Derrickson Heaps Praise On SS Rajamouli's 'RRR'

Hyderabad, July 17 - Maverick filmmaker, SS Rajamouli was asked about his Marvel ambitions during an interview with a Hollywood website after the mega-blockbuster success of RRR. Many people, including Hollywood critics and writers, have compared Rajamouli's filmmaking with Marvel movies, however, Rajamouli thinks otherwise. ## Since "RRR" has been released on Netflix and ZEE5 after its successful theatrical run, overseas audiences including filmmakers are going gaga over it, and now, one of the biggest names to join the list of "RRR" praisers, is director Scott Derrickson. ## Scott Derrickson is one of the top names among Hollywood filmmakers. He has directed Marvel Studios' blockbuster Doctor Strange (2016), along with Sinister (2012), and the latest huge box office hit The Black Phone, among many others. "RRR", which is already making a huge noise, couldn't have asked for a better person to praise the film. ## To celebrate my birthday last night, my wife, kids and I watched @RRRMovie — what an awesomely outrageous roller coaster of a movie. Loved it. pic.twitter.com/90U7AXJPgd— N O S ā‹Š ʆ I ᓚ ᓚ ʎ į—” ⊄ ⊄ O ʆ S (@scottderrickson) July 16, 2022 ## On only Scott Derrickson, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy films and DC's The Suicide Squad director James Gunn also watched the movie and found it absolutely worth it. A Twitter user, responding to Derrickson's tweet, wanted Gunn to watch "RRR", not aware with the fact is that the filmmaker had already watched it.## I did. Totally dug it.— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) July 17, 2022 "RRR" is produced by DVV Entertainment, and stars Jr. NTR, Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, Ajay Devgn, and Olivia Morris along with Ray Stevenson, and Alison Doody, among others. It was released in theaters on March 25 this year and went on to gross over 1120 crores worldwide, becoming the 4th highest-grossing Indian movie of all time. ## Stay tuned...

Ali Abbas Zafar To Co-Produce and Direct Hindi Remake of 'The Transporter'
1439 days ago
Bollywood

Ali Abbas Zafar To Co-Produce and Direct Hindi Remake of 'The Transporter'

Mumbai, July 16 - A few weeks ago, it was reported that filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar has acquired the Hindi remake rights of Jason Statham-fronted Hollywood actioner The Transporter (2002). And now, as per the latest reports, Ali will also direct this big-budget flick. ## It is said that Ali has been wanting to make the Hindi remake of this English-language French action thriller and bought the rights from EuropaCorp some two months ago. Apart from directing the movie, Ali will co-produce it with Vishal Rana and a big studio is expected to collaborate as well, according to ETimes. ## The original starred Jason Statham as Frank Martin, a driver for hire—a mercenary "transporter" who will deliver anything, anywhere, no questions asked—for the right price. It also starred Shu Qi as Lai Kwai.## Ali Zafar is currently busy with the pre-production work of "Bade Miyan Chote Miyan" starring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. It will go on floors in January next year. Once Ali is done with BMCM, he will start working on "The Transporter" and is likely to bring a young actor to play the lead role. ## Meanwhile, the filmmaker already has a film with Shahid Kapoor ready to release. It is an action thriller, tentatively titled "Bloody Daddy", and marks Shahid and Ali's maiden collaboration. Produced by Ali himself, the makers are currently looking for a suitable date to release the movie. ## Stay tuned...

Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi's 'Selfiee' To Be Released In Theaters In February 2023
1439 days ago
Bollywood

Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi's 'Selfiee' To Be Released In Theaters In February 2023

Mumbai, July 16 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar to kick off the year 2023 with Raj Mehta-directed Selfiee. The comedy-drama film, which is the remake of the Malayalam hit "Driving License", was announced in January this year amid much fanfare. ## Since the announcement of the movie, there have been speculations that it would be a direct-to-digital release via Disney Plus Hotstar. The shooting of the film was recently concluded and now, the makers have finalized the release date. In opposite to the rumours, the movie will be released in theaters in February 2023. ## According to industry insiders, "Selfiee" will be hitting worldwide theaters on February 24, 2023. It is produced by Dharma Productions, Prithviraj Productions, Magic Frames, and Cape of Good Films. The movie also stars Emraan Hashmi in the parallel lead while Diana Penty and Nushrratt Bharuccha play the female lead. ## "Selfiee" reunites Akshay with director Raj Mehta after the blockbuster "Good Newwz". In their upcoming film, Akshay will feature as a superstar while Emraan Hashmi will be playing the role of a cop, who is also a fan of Akshay's character in the film. The movie revolves around both the character and how a feud develops between them that takes a toll on each other's personal and professional lives.## Stay tuned...

Director Nitesh Tiwari's Epic 'Ramayana' Is On Track To Start Rolling Out In 2023 With Ranbir Kapoor And Hrithik Roshan
1439 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
1439 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
1439 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 šŸ’› pic.twitter.com/XojUvHBboY— BRAHMĀSTRA (@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...

Chiyaan 61: Vikram's Next With Director Pa. Ranjith Gets Officially Launched
1439 days ago
Kollywood

Chiyaan 61: Vikram's Next With Director Pa. Ranjith Gets Officially Launched

Chennai, July 16 - Tamil star Vikram aka Chiyaan Vikram, who is waiting for the release of his long-awaited action thriller movie Cobra, has teamed up with director Pa. Ranjith for his next movie, tentatively titled Chiyaan 61. It marks Vikram's first collaboration with the director, who is known for the movies like "Kabali" (2016), "Kaala" (2018), and "Sarpatta Parambarai" (2021).## "Chiyaan 61" is touted to be a period action drama film and will reportedly be shot in 3D. On Saturday, the movie was officially launched with the Pooja ceremony. It will be produced by KE GnanavelRaja under his banner Studio Green and Pa. Ranjith's Neelam Productions. ## We are delighted to launch our #ProductionNo22 #ChiyaanVikram sir Starring #Chiyaan61 Directed by Pa.Ranjith Produced by KE GnanavelRaja#Chiyaan61Pooja @studiogreen2 @kegvraja @officialneelam @beemji @kishorkumardop @Lovekeegam @gvprakash @EditorSelva @moorthy_artdir pic.twitter.com/4Jol7w2V2i— Studio Green (@StudioGreen2) July 16, 2022 ## Meanwhile, Vikram's "Cobra" is scheduled to release on August 11 in theaters worldwide. Directed by R. Ajay Gnanamuthu, the movie also stars Srinidhi Shetty as the female lead (Tamil debut), along with former India cricketer turned actor Irfan Pathan (acting debut), Miya George, Roshan Mathew, and Sarjano Khalid, among others in supporting roles. ## Apart from "Cobra", Vikram will also be starring in Mani Ratnam's magnum opus "Ponniyin Selvan: I", which is slated for September 30 later this year. He will be sharing screen space with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, and Trisha, along with others in prominent roles. ## Stay tuned...

Megastar Chiranjeevi To Present Telugu Version of Aamir Khan's 'Laal Singh Chaddha'
1439 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!! šŸ™ Such a wonderful emotional journey!!", he added. ## Most of all, what a Gem of a film you have made!! šŸ™ 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'
1440 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
1440 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...

Box Office: 'Thor Love and Thunder' Storms Past 100 Crores Gross In India
1440 days ago
Hollywood

Box Office: 'Thor Love and Thunder' Storms Past 100 Crores Gross In India

Mumbai, July 15 - Marvel Studios 4th Thor installment, Thor: Love and Thunder, starring Chris Hemsworth in the title role, has stormed past 100 crores gross mark at the Indian box office in the first week itself, scoring 103.85 crores. ## The superhero movie, directed by Taika Waititi, becomes the 5th Marvel movie to score 100 crores gross in India, and is the second Marvel movie this year, after "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of the Madness", to do so. It took just 8 days to reach the milestone. ## "Thor: Love and Thunder" has had a slow start as compared to "Doctor Strange 2", which reached the 100 crores gross in just 4 days. The Sam Raimi-directed movie collected approx. 165 crores gross in its full run and it is one of the biggest grosser at the India box office this year. ## Meanwhile, at the worldwide box office, "Thor 4" has topped $400 million on Thursday. It has grossed $179 million at the North American box office through Wednesday while overseas, the superhero movie crossed $200 million. Domestically (North America), it is currently the 11th highest-grossing film during the covid-19 pandemic. ## "Thor 4" stars Chris Hemsworth as Thor alongside Christian Bale, Natalie Portman, Tessa Thompson, Jaimie Alexander, Waititi, and Russell Crowe. In the film, Thor attempts to find inner peace but must return to action and recruit Valkyrie (Thompson), Korg (Waititi), and Jane Foster (Portman)—who is now the Mighty Thor—to stop Gorr the God Butcher (Bale) from eliminating all gods. ## Stay tuned...