The 15th annual Indian Film Festival of Melbourne is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Netflix film Sector 36 will have its world premiere at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM). The crime-thriller, starring Vikrant Massey, Deepak Dobriyal, marks Aditya Nimbalkar’s directorial debut and is jointly produced by Maddock Films and Jio Studios, is set to release next month.

Inspired by true events, Sector 36 delves into the harrowing disappearance of several children from a local slum. The story follows a police officer who clashes with a serial killer as a chilling investigation uncovers dark secrets and unsettling events. Leading man Vikrant Massey shared his excitement about the film’s premiere and said, “It’s a momentous occasion for me, along with Maddock Films, Jio Studios, and Netflix, to have our film – Sector 36, have a world premiere at IFFM 2024. We are honoured to have the film come to the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. It’s an important story that needs to be seen and I can’t wait for the Australian audience and the Indian diaspora to see what we have been able to create.”

Aditya Nimbalkar’s directorial vision promises a spine-chilling narrative that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats. Mitu Bhowmick Lange, Festival Director of IFFM, expressed her enthusiasm and added, “We are delighted to present Netflix’s Sector 36 as part of this year’s festival and as part of our spotlight programming. The film’s intense storytelling and powerful performances make it a perfect fit for our audience. We look forward to sharing this gripping experience with our festival-goers and the Australian audience at large”.

Along with Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal, Akash Khurana is also expected to essay a key role in this crime thriller. Written by Bodhayan Roychaudhury, the film is produced by Dinesh Vijan & Jyoti Deshpande, the film is slated for release on September 13, 2024.

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Get ready for spine-tingling chills and thrills as MTV announces India’s only paranormal reality show, MTV Dark Scroll – Muqabla Anjaan Se! The new adrenaline-pumping show hosted by actor Amit Sadh will feature 9 seekers investigating the unknown in Uttarakhand, across 7 haunted locations. Guiding them will be renowned paranormal expert Sarbajeet Mohanty and psychic Pooja Vijay. MTV Dark Scroll in association with The Souled Store, will premiere on August 16, the show will stream every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 pm on JioCinema and 10 pm on MTV.

Guided by Amit, Sarbajeet, and Pooja, the Seekers will investigate chilling stories and face other-worldly challenges amidst the misty mountains and dense forests of Uttarakhand. The seekers will be tasked with a series of activities inside each haunted location using advanced entity-detection devices like Infrared Cameras, Electromagnetic Field Measures, and Paranormal Investigation methods like the Estes Method. They will aim to complete their investigations successfully while withstanding the spooks as the show unfolds.

On the launch, Host Amit Sadh said – “This project is a groundbreaking experience for me. MTV Dark Scroll – Muqabla Anjaan Se is set to redefine reality television in India. The show will challenge everything you thought you knew. I can’t wait for fans and viewers to uncover this experience on MTV and JioCinema.”

Sarbajeet Mohanty, the founder of PAIRS (Parapsychology and Investigations Research Society) brings years of expertise in investigating paranormal phenomena, ensuring each encounter is grounded in research. He said, “The show is a first of its kind, and I am happy to be associated with it. I loved developing the concept on the field with the makers. The techniques and gadgets used will only help to understand the paranormal better. I urge the audiences to keep an open mind and know more, just like our Seekers.”

Pooja Vijay, co-founder, of PAIRS with her extraordinary psychic abilities, adds another layer of depth to the investigations, sensing and communicating with the spectral entities that lurk in these haunted locales. She said, “With ‘MTV Dark Scroll – Muqabla Anjaan Se’, I am excited to open the paranormal world to the curious – believers and non-believers. There are many misconceptions in pop culture about entities and their world. Through the investigations in the show and the journey of the Seekers, I’m sure audiences will get a new perspective of what a paranormal presence is.”

MTV Dark Scroll will introduce viewers and fans to immersive user-interactive experiences like never before with JioCinema’s innovative, cutting-edge multi-dimensional entertainment. JioCinema’s first-ever immersive 360 gaming experience, the MTV Dark Scroll game, will allow viewers to unlock haunted locations as the show progresses, making the viewing experience interactive and engaging. Additionally, MTV Dark Scroll uses thermal imaging technology, allowing viewers to switch between standard and thermal feeds at key moments. This enables exploration of temperature fluctuations and spotting paranormal entities alongside contestants. And last but not least, to heighten the interactivity, JioCinema users can participate in the “Spooky Stories in 60 Seconds” contest to win prizes and see their stories featured on JioCinema!

Tune in to MTV Dark Scroll – Muqabla Anjaan Se from 16th August onwards, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 pm on JioCinema and 10 pm on MTV!

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When an entitled Prince Charming meets a startup whiz, it’s inevitable that they will bump heads! Will their ambitions collide, two worlds clash, or even spark a surprising romance? From palace gates to boardroom debates, The Royals marks the first collaboration between Netflix and Pritish Nandy Communications. The modern-day Indian royalty rom-com series is anchored by the undeniable chemistry between Bhumi Pednekar, making her series debut, and Ishaan Khatter.

Produced by Pritish Nandy and created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy, known for their contemporary pop culture and spirited storytelling, shared, “The Royals being our very first with Netflix had to be just the right blend of coming-of-age-India, Gen Z storytelling and feisty fun! There is the inevitable romance of old royalty; monarchs without crowns, and the incredible drive of today’s startup warriors for whom crowns hold zero shine. Sparks and insults will fly when these 2 worlds clash, and that has been great fun for us to create and produce! Netflix’s commitment to championing exceptional and innovative content has always resonated with us. We’re thrilled to be a part of the Netflix family and partner with them to take our tell on a girl-meets-boy, the classic maharaja (king) and aamkumari (commoner) tale, to a global audience.”

Directed by Priyanka Ghose and Nupur Asthana, the series is poised to become a hallmark of new-age romance. Joining Pednekar and Khatter is the legendary Zeenat Aman, making her way to screens once again, in a very special appearance and marking her Netflix debut. Sakshi Tanwar, Nora Fatehi, Dino Morea, Milind Soman, Chunky Panday, Vihaan Samat, Kavya Trehan, Sumukhi Suresh, Udit Arora, Lisa Mishra and Luke Kenny round out this ensemble.

 

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Tanya Bami, Series Head at Netflix India, adds, “Everybody loves a good romance. The Royals is a modern-day regal romance with a spectacular setting and a dazzling cast. We can’t wait for our members to be enthralled by this exciting contemporary fairy tale with a generous dose of wit and humour – signature to Rangita & Ishita Nandy. It’s been an amazing journey to develop our first project with them and our stunning cast led by the ever-so-gorgeous Bhumi, a very charming Ishaan Khattar and a gregarious cameo by Zeenat Amaan. We can’t wait to bring you this treat soon.”

Blending romance, desire, ambition and the allure of royalty, this series is shaping up to be the perfect binge-watch. Step into a world where crowns are both worn and earned as Netflix prepares to take viewers on a rollercoaster ride of laughter, love and regal repartees with The Royals.

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The Bootstrapped startup, YesMadam has onboarded leading Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor as its brand ambassador, featuring her in the latest campaign ‘Har Expert Salon Expert Nahi Hota’. This partnership aims to redefine the at-home beauty and spa service experience while leaving a mark as the industry’s revolutionary Beauty and Salon Experts.

As Shraddha Kapoor has become the face of its latest campaign, “Har Expert, Salon Expert Nhi Hota”, the brand showcases its commitment to delivering exceptional and super professional at-home beauty and spa experiences with 100% hygienic services, genuine and top-quality products, transparent and affordable prices, the option to use your own products and expert services.

Commenting on the association, Mayank Arya, the Co-founder and CEO of YesMadam, said,   “Partnering with Shraddha Kapoor is a game-changer for YesMadam. Her aura and the perfect blend of elegance and approachability perfectly and seamlessly align with our brand values. Through our ‘Har Expert, Salon Expert Nahi Hota’ campaign, we aim to showcase how YesMadam brings truly professional and reliable salon services to every home. This collaboration will significantly boost our mission to revolutionize the at-home beauty experience across India.”

Akanksha Vishnoi, Founder and Chief Marketing Officer, added, “Collaborating with Shraddha Kapoor is a strategic move for YesMadam. Her influence will help us connect with a broader audience and strengthen our commitment to accessible, high-quality beauty services. We are also dedicated to empowering our service partners across various locations, providing them with financial stability and growth opportunities, which in turn creates a positive impact on society, and this collaboration will surely support us in actualizing the dreams of our wonderful service partners.”

 

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The captivating campaign video features Shraddha in a humorous situation, highlighting the importance of choosing the right salon expert. This hyper-strategic partnership aims to boost YesMadam’s reach, and visibility while expanding its user base and tapping into a vast set of cohort demographics that enables exponential business growth, above and beyond. While the brand currently garners an Annual Recurring Revenue of 100 crores, this initiative will proactively enhance brand positioning while scaling organic reach and shareability, aligning perfectly with YesMadam’s mission to make premium beauty and spa services accessible nationwide.

A recent viral video on Twitter, showing two men arguing on the Delhi NCR metro with one shouting “Har Expert, Salon Expert Nahi Hota”, sparked widespread curiosity and conversation across the region while catching the eyeballs of the masses. But there is more to reveal, in a surprising twist, this viral sensation has been revealed as a part of a genius marketing campaign by YesMadam, India’s leading tech-enabled salon-at-home service provider.

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Versatile veteran director Suresh Krissna’s Hero Heeroine just got bigger. The project has got its leading man.

And it is none other than Sree Vishnu, the rising star of Telugu cinema who has been part of blockbusters like Prema Ishq Kaadhal, Second Hand, Brochevarevarura and Samajavaragamana. These established him as a sought-after name in Telugu cinema.

Om Bheem Bush, Sree Vishnu’s latest hit, prompted producer Prerna Arona to pin down this rising star to star opposite Divya Khossla in Hero Heeroine. Suresh Krissna, who has directed super-stalwarts like Kamal Haasan (in Aalavandhan) and Rajinikanth (in Baba), zeroed in on Sree Vishnu without a second thought.

Informed a source close to the development, “For both director Suresh Krissna and producer Prerna Arora, choosing Sree Vishnu was a no-brainer. He is the perfect fit for the male lead opposite Divya Khossla. Although Vishnu is a very busy actor in Telugu cinema, he said yes to Hero Heeroine without a second thought.”

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Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav finds himself in a financial predicament as his property in Shahjahanpur has been sealed by the Central Bank of India. The actor had mortgaged the property to secure a loan for his production house, Shri Naurang Godavari Entertainment Limited. Yadav’s production house, officially owned by his wife Radha Yadav, aimed to produce a film featuring himself and the late actor Om Puri. The movie also included local talent from Shahjahanpur. However, the venture seems to have hit a roadblock.

Reportedly, the loan, initially taken from the Central Bank of India’s Mumbai branch, ballooned to a staggering Rs 11 crore due to unpaid installments. This mounting debt led to the bank’s decision to seal the property on August 8. Interestingly, the process was carried out discreetly without involving local authorities. 

With that being said, it is worth mentioning here that neither the bank nor the actor has issued an official statement on the matter. 

This isn’t the first time the actor has faced legal issues related to this loan. In 2018, Rajpal Yadav served a three-month jail term for failing to repay the debt. Despite this setback, the actor exhibited a remarkable spirit. In a conversation with popular YouTuber Siddharth Kannan last year, Yadav opened up about his prison experience.

He revealed conducting workshops for fellow inmates, inspiring them to find purpose and hope. The actor’s ability to turn adversity into an opportunity to uplift others is truly commendable.

Coming to the professional front, Rajpal is currently awaiting the releases of his upcoming films including Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Welcome To The Jungle.

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This Independence Day is going to be like a bonanza for film lovers as films of different genres and languages will be released in cinemas. In Hindi, there will be a three-way clash between Stree 2, Vedaa and Khel Khel Mein. In Telugu, two big films are going to release on August 15 – Ravi Teja-starrer Mr Bachchan and Ram Pothineni-Sanjay Dutt starrer Double iSmart. In this article, Bollywood Hungama will focus on the cuts given to Mr Bachchan by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

The CBFC passed the film with a U/A certificate. However, it asked for several modifications. To begin with, a disclaimer was added in the beginning that the film is fictional and doesn’t bear resemblance to any person or place. Then, a 2-minute-plus scene of a young child smoking a beedi was censored. The beedi was replaced with a pencil. A 1-second shot of blood on the floor was removed. Then, in four places, certain words and abuses were muted or replaced.

Lastly, the makers displayed a poster of Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha during the rolling titles for the entire duration. As per the CBFC’s directive, this poster was removed and replaced with a poster of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.

Once these changes were made, the CBFC passed the film on August 13, that is, two days before its release. The length of the film, as mentioned on the censor certificate, is 158 minutes. In other words, the run time of Mr Bachchan is 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Mr Bachchan is the official remake of the Ajay Devgn-starrer Raid (2018). While Ravi Teja plays the protagonist, Jagapathi Babu essays the role of the antagonist. Bhagyashri Borse, last seen in the Kartik Aaryan-starrer Chandu Champion as Nayantara, is the female lead. Mr Bachchan is directed by Harish Shankar.

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Less than 48 hours are left for the release of Stree 2, Vedaa and Khel Khel Mein and the bookings still haven’t opened in the single screen theatres. And the trade and exhibition sector is not surprised as this happens all the time during clashes. But the scenario this time is novel. For starters, instead of two, three big films are going to clash at the box office. And secondly, excitement for Stree 2 is tremendous with hardly any enquiries for the rest of the two.

An exhibitor told Bollywood Hungama, “The distributors of Stree 2 have asked for all shows in single screen theatres. They are making this demand based on the bookings in the multiplexes of Stree 2. The single screen exhibitors, however, don’t want to accept this condition.”

Another exhibitor said, “It seems like Khel Khel Mein and Vedaa would have to settle for one show each while the rest of the 3 or 4 shows would be given to Stree 2. But now the question arises is which show to allot to Khel Khel Mein and Vedaa. They’ll of course want a prime show. It is becoming too much and we hope the issue resolves today.”

A single screen theatre owner lashed out as he said, “What was the need for three films to be released on the same day? We are facing difficulties in programming. I’d like Stree 2 to be played all shows due to the demand. But then it’ll antagonize the other two film distributors. Why do we have to suffer always.”

He even said, “Rajkummar Rao ke saamne Akshay Kumar aur John Abraham apni beizzati karwa rahe hai. Acha lagta hai kya?”

At present, many single screen theatres have only started the booking for the paid previews of Stree 2 which will be held on August 14. Mumbai’s iconic cinema complex Gaiety-Galaxy opened bookings for Stree 2 in Gaiety and Vedaa in Galaxy. But on August 12, Stree 2 bookings were suspended, raising eyebrows though bookings resumed on August 13 afternoon. Despite repeated attempts, Gaiety-Galaxy executive director Manoj Desai was unavailable for comment.

The problem persists even in two screen theatres. An official said, “One screen will be dedicated to Stree 2 and the rest to Vedaa and Khel Khel Mein. Vedaa’s team is asking for three shows, that is, more than Khel Khel Mein as their advance is better.”

Even three screen multiplexes are finding it challenging. Kiritbhai T Vaghasia, who runs The Friday Cinema multiplex in Surat, said, “I have allotted 8 shows to Stree 2, 4 to Vedaa and 3 shows to Khel Khel Mein. I had given one show to Double iSmart. Right now, I have temporarily stopped its booking. In case, the distributors of three Hindi films are satisfied with the showcasing, I’ll resume booking of Double iSmart. Or else, I’ll have to cancel it’s release in my cinema.”

Speaking of Double iSmart, it has also suffered in the clash and has barely got shows across the country in Hindi.

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 This Independence Day, Star Gold will bring the high-octane thrill of 2024’s blockbuster Fighter to viewers at 8 PM on August 15. With Hrithik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, and Deepika Padukone in key roles, the film captivated audiences with its dynamic action and engaging story. Directed by Siddharth Anand, who also steps into the role of producer for the first time, Fighter promises to captivate television audiences with its themes of bravery and patriotism.

The story centers on a terror attack in Pulwama and tracks the nation’s top combat aviators as they unite to avenge their fallen comrades. It depicts their bravery, teamwork, and the redemption of a leading fighter pilot. The tension between Rocky (Anil Kapoor) and Patty (Hrithik Roshan), along with references to a tragic past event, adds layers of drama and excitement.

Hrithik Roshan shared his thoughts on the World TV Premiere said, “Fighter is all set for its TV premiere on India’s Independence Day. In the true essence of the occasion, our film celebrates the spirit of a Fighter and the story is a patriotic ode to our great nation. With 15th August being a national holiday, I hope watching Fighter at home on Star Gold at 8pm makes for a fun time with friends and family”

Deepika who plays the leading actress of Fighter stated, “I remember hearing the story of Fighter and being completely moved by my character and her journey. I also had the privilege of spending time with some of our female Air Force officers and have learnt a great deal not just professionally but also personally. The film’s theatrical success is a testament to our passion, commitment and hard work and I’m thrilled that the entire nation gets to experience Fighter from the comfort of their homes with their families this Independence Day at 8 pm on Star Gold.”

Anil Kapoor, sharing his excitement for the premiere said, “Experiencing aerial action for the first time was truly exhilarating. Working alongside Deepika, Hrithik, Karan and the entire team, who put their best foot forward, made the journey unforgettable. With Sidharth’s extraordinary vision, Fighter is a cinematic experience one should not miss. I am very excited that the entire nation will have a chance to watch Fighter as it premieres on Star Gold on 15th August at 8 pm.”

Chief operating officer of Viacom 18 Motion Pictures Ajit Andhare sharing his thoughts about the Premiere said, “Fighter is a labor of love and hard work. We gave our all to bring the best cinematic experience to the audiences. Fighter is perfectly packaged with patriotic sentiment along with adrenaline-gushing action sequences. Hope we receive the same love now that we had received during its theatrical release.”

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Salim-Javed revolutionized writing in Hindi cinema and even today, their works are remembered fondly. In the 80s, they separated and Bollywood was never the same again. However, fans of Hindi cinema would be overjoyed to know that they are all set to make a comeback. Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar made this announcement at the trailer launch of Amazon Prime Video’s Angry Young Men.

When the event was about to end, Javed Akhtar all of a sudden revealed, “Let me tell you that we are going to write now! I spoke to Salim saab and we have decided that ek aur picture likh dete hai.”

Superstar Salman Khan mouthed a popular dialogue written by the duo, “Line yahan se shuru hoti hai!”

Javed Akhtar raised laughs as he remarked, “Uss zamane mein hamari price zyada thi. Iss zamane mein toh bahut hi zyada hogi!”

Besides Salim Khan, Javed Akhtar and Salman Khan, the trailer launch was graced by director Namrata Rao, producers Reema Kagti, Ritesh Sidhwani and Manish Menghani of Amazon Prime Video. The family members of Salim-Javed such as Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, Sohail Khan, Arbaaz Khan, Alvira Agnihotri, Arpita Khan Sharma, Shabana Azmi and others.

Angry Young Men releases on Amazon Prime Video on August 20.

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