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Oppenheimer’ Triumphs at Producers Guild Awards, Eyes Oscar Glory

‘The Bear’, another unstoppable awards force that won big at this weekend’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, got the PGA’s Danny Thomas Award for best episodic comedy series…reports Asian Lite News

 ‘Oppenheimer’ continued to steamroll its path to Oscar glory on Sunday night (US Pacific Time), claiming the top prize at the 2024 Producers Guild of America Awards, reports ‘Variety’.

Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, Chuck Roven and their producing team took home the Darryl F. Zanuck Award, which recognises excellence in producing for a theatrical feature film.

Thomas, according to ‘Variety’, told the crowd that many may not know that Nolan, the film’s writer and director (and her husband), excelled most in his role as producer: “He’s absolutely brilliant, we’ve worked on 12 films now.”

‘The Bear’, another unstoppable awards force that won big at this weekend’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, got the PGA’s Danny Thomas Award for best episodic comedy series.

The ceremony also saw several career achievement awards. Sarah Michelle Gellar stepped out to present super-producer Gail Berman, who made the former a star with ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, with a trophy named for Norman Lear.

“When I say that not a single person on this earth was interested in buying that television show, I mean not a single person on earth was interested in buying that television show,” Berman told the crowd at the Ray Dolby Ballroom in Hollywood.

She persisted and wound up creating an iconic character that empowered young women around the world. Berman dedicated her award to her husband and children — the people who “lift me up when there’s barely any air left in the punching bag”, adds ‘Variety’.

At the evening’s end, Oscar-winning Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro gave a moving tribute to Martin Scorsese, the 2024 recipient of the David O. Selznick Achievement Award. While celebrating his defining works such as ‘Taxi Driver’ and ‘Goodfellas’, del Toro said Scorsese is now living one of the more transformative moments in his professional life.

“An artist’s spirit cannot be tamed,” del Toro said, according to ‘Variety’. “It will remain vital, savage and even undomesticated — even in the fourth or fifth decade of a prestigious career.”

Scorsese brought the ballroom to its feet with a standing ovation. He recalled meeting a previous winner of the Selznick award, director Alfred Hitchcock, who had advice for producers in his own PGA acceptance speech.

The ‘Psycho’ director lectured filmmakers on “runaway productions”, or films that ran too long and over budget. And he advised the crowd, per Scorsese, “Make producers and directors more faithful to their wives.”

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Kiran Rao Returns with ‘Laapataa Ladies’

The story of the movie revolves around two newly-wed brides who get separated from their families and how a slip-up sets many things right…reports Asian Lite News

After treating the audience with ‘Dhobi Ghat’, the ace director and producer Kiran Rao, is again back with another project titled ‘Laapataa Ladies’. As Rao is busy in promoting her film, she recently got candid about making a comeback as a director and what makes the story set in 2001 still relatable and relevant.

She told, “My struggle continued. I kept writing for 10-12 years. I was writing stories for films, I was writing stories for the OTT series as well. But for some reason, I wasn’t completely satisfied with them.”
“When ‘Dhobi Ghat’ was released, I became a mother. I was very busy and enjoying being a mother. I don’t know how the years went by. But I kept writing. I worked in the films of Aamir Khan Productions. I also contributed to the MAMI Mumbai Film Festival. But the desire to make a film was left behind. Because I was not able to complete the script.”
She continued, “In 2018, Aamir got this script. He was a judge in a screenwriting competition. And he liked the story a lot. This story won the second prize. Writer Biplab Goswami wrote it. Then I thought, yes, this is my story. But it’s been six years since it was made.”

The story of the movie revolves around two newly-wed brides who get separated from their families and how a slip-up sets many things right. In a very subtle way, using the elements of humour and hope, Kiran has attempted to address a strong social issue and women’s empowerment
However, the original story was much realistic and dark though her film comes with the elements of comedy and hope.

As she explained, ” When we met Sneha Desai as a writer, I felt that this could be done because the story was very good, which was written by Bipalab, but it was very realistic and I felt that the fun should come because this is a kind of satirical situation that two girls get separated and then what happens next. How can this be changed? And then what happens? There is a twist in the story. Sneha Desai brought the fun in the twist very well. And I will give her full credit. Biplab had also written a very good story. Sneha did this and Divyanidhi Sharma created the character of Shyam Manohar(played by Ravi Kishan).

“So the challenge was that the topics on which we have to discuss to change people’s perspective, we should do it under the table. We should do it through comedy. So that you don’t feel that someone is giving you a lecture standing and someone is explaining something to you. It’s not something to explain. The audience understands. Whatever you want to say, you don’t have to explain it. If your story touches them, then they understand. So actually, while writing, a lot of us we were conscious that the less we kept preaching, the less we kept lecturing. But I felt that the comedy element was very important. Because people then understand what you want to convey very easily, ” she added.
‘Laapata Ladies’ is set in 2001 Madhya Pradesh, a time when mobile phones were precious and the internet and technology had not made everything easily accessible. But, she feels that the story is still relatable. made. “I think this story will touch people’s hearts as emotions and dreams have no age.”

On how she decided about the locations, the director shared, “So, we saw a lot of recce tapes from the villages, because, as I said, it was the time of Covid, so we couldn’t travel that much to find them. So, from everywhere, from Bihar, UP, Delhi, MP we saw a lot of recce tapes in Maharashtra as well. So, we thought that we were getting a lot of locations together in MP. They are not that far away from Bhopal. Their shooting infrastructure is very good. The government and tourism support the film industry a lot. And we got to see very beautiful villages that haven’t changed that much in the last 20-25 years. As you have seen, it’s the story of 2001.”

“So, we also had that requirement that we don’t get a very solid house in that village. So, where there is a beautiful mud house of India, they should be there. A simplicity, a beauty, where the fields are behind the house. It’s not that there are thousands of acres of fields, but someone is living in a bungalow. We needed that kind of atmosphere that we got in MP. And we did the train shoots in Maharashtra. Train stations, we shot them in Nashik district,” the director added.

The film stars Ravi Kishan, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav, and Nitanshi Goel. Talking about the casting of the film, and working with new as well as established names, Kiran shared, “It always comes with a challenge to work with new stars but to hire new people, you have to balance the equation. You have to keep your project within a certain size, being realistic, and then you can be free in this project. And we both felt, Aamir and I, that if the actors are completely new to this, who fit this character perfectly, then you(the audience) will believe this world in some way, and you will understand this world. You won’t think, how is this possible? You know, you will start flowing with this story. So, because of Aamir’s faith and sharp planning and design casting happened.”

Presented by Jio Studios, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ is a story set in 2001 in rural India about two young brides who get separated during a train journey and what happens when Kishan, a police officer, takes it upon himself to probe the missing case.
The film received a standing ovation during its screening at the Toronto International Film Festival.’Laapataa Ladies’ is produced by a team that has collaborated for such hits as ‘Delhi Belly’, ‘Dangal’, and ‘Peepli Live’.

The film has been produced under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, with the scripting by Biplab Goswami. Sneha Desai wrote the screenplay and dialogue, while Divyanidhi Sharma jotted down the additional lines.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ will hit the theatres on March 1. (ANI)

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Deepika Padukone Partners with Hilton

Deepika Padukone said, “I’m proud to be partnering with a global brand like Hilton to share the importance of The Stay for Indians worldwide. My generation works extremely hard, and we want to see value in the experiences that we choose to invest in…reports Asian Lite News

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces a global ambassador partnership with actress, producer, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, Deepika Padukone. The partnership is an extension of Hilton’s first global marketing platform, ‘Hilton. For The Stay,’ in India, spotlighting why it matters where you stay amid continued demand for travel in the region.   

This strategic collaboration marks an important milestone for Hilton, reaffirming the company’s commitment to expand in the dynamic Indian market. Recognized for her inspiring journey in the entertainment industry and beyond, Deepika embodies the spirit of modern India and resonates with the aspirations and ethos of the Indian traveler. Her resilience, innovation, and global outlook, complements Hilton’s mission to offer exceptional experiences, making her the ideal choice to champion Hilton’s global marketing platform. Deepika’s connection with her audience is built on authenticity and a shared pursuit of excellence – qualities that are at the heart of Hilton’s service philosophy.

Breaking away from conventional stereotypes and scripting her success story, Deepika’s rise in the highly competitive Bollywood and Hollywood entertainment industries, coupled with her philanthropic work mirrors the ethos of the entrepreneurial generation which is shaping contemporary India today. Acknowledged with the Crystal Award by the World Economic Forum for her leadership in raising mental health awareness in 2020 and named the TIME 100 Most Influential People in the World, Deepika’s achievements have set her firmly on the world stage.

Led by consumer insights, ‘Hilton. For The Stay’ was launched in July 2022, and illustrates the realities and stresses of traveling, highlighting the importance of ‘The Stay’ as a crucial element that can make or break any trip. Hilton’s hyper-localized approach for the India campaign will start with understanding the unique preferences of local consumers in the coming months. Through market research and Deepika’s synergy with the Indian audience, Hilton aims to uncover relatable tensions in travel which will be interwoven into the campaign, alongside demonstration of how Hilton is here to remove their pain points and extend our signature hospitality, for every stay. 

Deepika Padukone said, “I’m proud to be partnering with a global brand like Hilton to share the importance of The Stay for Indians worldwide. My generation works extremely hard, and we want to see value in the experiences that we choose to invest in. What I love about Hilton, is that they truly understand the importance of The Stay. A hotel stay can make or break a trip. Having your needs anticipated and looked after even before you step into the hotel lobby lets you know that you’re well taken care of. I look forward to creating lasting memories with Hilton and sharing them with the world.” 

Mark Weinstein, chief marketing officer, of Hilton, said, “Deepika’s iconic status in India coupled with her ability to effortlessly bridge tradition with modernity makes her the ideal brand ambassador for Hilton.  Through our partnership, we look forward to exploring Deepika’s unique, authentic Hilton Stay experiences.  The stories we’ll tell together will inspire travellers from across India to join Hilton Honors and experience their very own Hilton Stays.”

With 25 operating hotels and 17 hotels in the pipeline in India, Hilton has set its sights on the Indian market to triple its estate in the coming years. Its global partnership with Deepika and upcoming ‘Hilton. For The Stay’ campaign rollout cements its commitment to India as part of the company’s strategy to increase its brand visibility and strengthen its position in the hospitality market.

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‘Fighter’ Soars to Global Success, Tops Weekend Box Office with $25.1 Million

As per Variety, in third position, Amazon MGM’s Jason Statham action-thriller ‘The Beekeeper’ earned $18.3 million and has a worldwide cumulative box office of $104 million, including $42.2 million from North America after three weekends on release…reports Asian Lite News  

Hrithik Roshan-starrer ‘Fighter’ was the highest grossing film of the weekend at the global box office, with box office revenues of $25.1 million.   The film, directed by Siddharth Anand, whose previous film, Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Pathaan’, was one of the biggest Indian hits of 2023, also stars Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor, reports Variety.   ‘Fighter’ revolves around the Indian Air Force and was released on January 25, ahead of Republic Day, a public holiday.

The film depicts Indian conflicts with Pakistan and was banned across the Middle East where there is a large Pakistani migrant worker population.   ‘Fighter’ released across 23 territories and recorded a $24.5 million worldwide weekend, with $20.8 million of that total earned in international territories, i.e. outside North America. Including the Thursday numbers, it had worldwide cumulative collections of $25.1 million, as per the data from ComScore.   In North America, ‘Fighter’ collected $3.7 million over the three-day weekend and $4.3 million over four days. In India, it collected $17.7 million over four days. In second place worldwide was Columbia Pictures’ romantic comedy ‘Anyone But You’ with $19 million. After its sixth weekend on release the film has $127 million worldwide, with $71.1 million in North America.   As per Variety, in third position, Amazon MGM’s Jason Statham action-thriller ‘The Beekeeper’ earned $18.3 million and has a worldwide cumulative box office of $104 million, including $42.2 million from North America after three weekends on release.

  On the worldwide ranking, Warner Brothers’ chocolatier origin story ‘Wonka’ starring Timothee Chalamet, placed fourth with $13.7 million. After seven weekends on release, the film has a sweet $552 million worldwide, including $195.1 million in North America.   Rounding off the top five was Searchlight’s double Golden Globe-winning offbeat comedy ‘Poor Things’ distributed internationally by Disney, with $13.04 million.

The film has collected $51 million worldwide, including $24.7 million in North America, after its eighth weekend on release.

Mahesh Shetty Opens Up on the Bond with Hrithik

Actor Mahesh Shetty, who stars in the action movie ‘Fighter’ opened up on working with Hrithik Roshan, and shared about their off-screen bond, and heaped praised for the latter’s dedication and hard work. Mahesh plays the role of Squadron Leader Rajan Unninathan, a wingman to Patty (portrayed by Hrithik Roshan). Patty and Unni have a great on-screen dynamic. Whether it’s breaking all boundaries to save the country or standing by your partner’s side in a difficult situation, we saw them go through an emotional journey to protect their country and share a sense of patriotism. Talking about his experience working with Hrithik, Mahesh said: “In the Air Force lexicon, a Wingman is a pilot who flies alongside the leader of a flying formation providing mutual support, so their bonding is always on another level. This was the brief where we started from and hence Hritik and I started bonding well before the shoot began.” “The way he greeted me as ‘yaara’ on sets was so enduring and the whole team was like one big family. He is extremely genuine, and no doubt looks like a Greek God but even as a person, he is amazingly sweet and has a funny bone. The way he narrated stories to us always left us in splits and looking forward to more,” he shared. Mahesh added: “Not once did any of us feel that we were working with a huge star since there were no airs or tantrums thrown around. He is the Hritik Roshan for a reason and the reason is only dedication and hard work.” ‘Fighter’ is directed by Siddharth Anand, and stars Deepika Padukone and Anil Kapoor in pivotal roles. On the professional front, Mahesh will be next seen in the series ‘Kan Khajura’ which is an adaptation of the Israeli show ‘Magpie’.  

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A Fashionable Journey Through Bollywood’s Best

Sonam served up some serious fashion with a blazing red Rami Kadi couture gown and a grand statement diamond necklace by Chopard. The neat and tidy bun ensured the bling was the focus…writes Olivia Sarkar

From Kareena Kapoor Khan’s traditional take on baubles to Kirti Kulhari hairstyle, drawing inspiration from Bollywood’s trendiest gals this wedding season will give your look a stylish twist. Take a look:

Deepika Padukone

Deepika appears on the cover wearing a 3D bustier dress by Louis Vuitton. She accessorises her gown with unique items from Cartier’s newest collection of jewelry which features emeralds, rubies and spheres. The diva had her hair styled in a chic high braid that’s so new to hairdo for any stylish event.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

Priyanka looked stunning as she wore a white dress with a plunging neckline. With an emerald necklace, pigtails, white heels, and a gorgeous high ponyx hairstyle, she finished off her exquisite appearance.

Anushka Sharma

Anushka Sharma wore a beautiful black and pink gown. She accessorized her look sophisticated high diamond jewellery from Cartier. A simple hairdo by splitting your hair on the side and wrapping a handful of tresses with a bow around your mane. It’s a basic yet stylish look that can be worn for any occasion.

Kareena Kapoor Khan

With her simple white Chickenkari kurta, oxidised silver jewelry, and a neat bun this look by the Queen of Bollywood works for any desi occasion. Add some wax to your swept-back tresses for a sleek hair appearance.

Kriti Sanon

Kriti Sanon’s was in a stunning dress with a corseted top bodice and no straps. Her massive zebra-print stud earrings from Simran Chhabra Jewels made a glamorous statement with short hair, highlighting natural curls to enhance glam game.

Kirti Kulhari

Having been in the profession for a while, Kirti Kulhari took a risk with her hairstyle, sharing recent photos of herself with boy which looked super teamed with big pear earrings.

Sonam Kapoor Ahuja

Sonam served up some serious fashion with a blazing red Rami Kadi couture gown and a grand statement diamond necklace by Chopard. The neat and tidy bun ensured the bling was the focus.

Kiara Advani

Kiara bringing in her fresh energy and style with a purple pantsuit while her choice of jewellery was the season’s favourite trend— stacked rings in delicate, rainbow hues. 

Pooja Hegde

Pooja Hegde wearing a printed white ensemble which she paired with chunky, structural hoops from Misho Designs. With no other jewellery, the focus was on the hoops.

Shraddha Kapoor

Shraddha was seen wearing a handcrafted Polki Diamond Jewellery by Karan Johar with a high pony lifts up your spirits.

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‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ Ready to Enchant Audiences

Lijo Jose Pellissery, the visionary behind ‘Jallikattu,’ brings his unique touch to this project, with P. S. Rafeeque’s script providing a strong foundation…reports Asian Lite News

In a recent update, Mohanlal expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the enriching experience of working with Lijo Jose Pellissery. The actor emphasized the director’s unique cinematic approach and expressed hopes of meeting audience expectations with this venture…reports Asian Lite News Desk

Mohanlal’s Cinematic Extravaganza, ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban,’ ready to enchant audiences nationwide on January 25, 2024. The legendary actor is set to grace the silver screen with ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban,’ directed by the acclaimed Lijo Jose Pellissery. The film, scheduled for a grand release on January 25, 2024, will captivate audiences across India in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi.

Lijo Jose Pellissery, the visionary behind ‘Jallikattu,’ brings his unique touch to this project, with P. S. Rafeeque’s script providing a strong foundation. The film, produced under Yoodlee Films, unfolds as a mass action entertainer set against the vibrant backdrop of pre-independence India. The cast, featuring Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Manoj Moses, Katha Nandi, Danish Sait, and Manikandan R. Achari, promises a star-studded ensemble, ensuring a captivating cinematic experience. As anticipation builds globally, ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ is gearing up for a simultaneous release in multiple languages, transcending cultural boundaries. Mohanlal’s collaboration with Lijo Jose Pellissery adds an extra layer of excitement, as the duo aims to deliver a film that not only showcases technical finesse but also thematic brilliance.

In a recent update, Mohanlal expressed his enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the enriching experience of working with Lijo Jose Pellissery. The actor emphasized the director’s unique cinematic approach and expressed hopes of meeting audience expectations with this venture. The film’s producers, Shibu Baby John, Achu Baby John, Kochumon Century, Jacob Babu, Vikram Mehra, and Siddharth Anand Kumar, anticipate a significant milestone in Malayalam cinema. The film’s universal themes and grandeur have prompted a simultaneous release in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi, widening its reach. With a captivating teaser hinting at Mohanlal’s portrayal, possibly as a magician or illusionist, ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ has generated immense buzz. The advance booking figures have already surpassed the Rs 1 crore mark, indicating a strong opening day performance.

As the clock ticks down to January 25, ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ promises an unforgettable cinematic journey, filled with magic, passion, and drama. Mohanlal’s latest venture is poised to enchant audiences nationwide, setting the stage for a cinematic spectacle that will linger in the hearts of viewers long after the credits roll. Get ready for a cinematic ride of a lifetime!

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Ayushmann Khurrana Unveils Bulgari’s Latest Creation

Embracing the visionary codes of B.zero1, the creation expresses a concept of movement, circularity and light through a spiral design that evokes strength and determination…reports Asian Lite News

Bulgari, the Magnificent Roman High Jeweller known for its timeless designs, pays tribute to the Kada, the traditional Indian bangle, with the B.zero1 Kada Bracelet. This exclusive-to-India creation is crafted in dazzling yellow gold, and it is an enchanting ode to India’s long-standing cultural affinity with precious metals and stones. It also represents the “modern India”: a confluence of deeply rooted traditions and contemporary, global perspectives.

Commenting on the occasion, Jean-Christophe Babin, Bulgari CEO, said, “With this important launch we wish to honour the Kada, recognizing its eternal meaning deeply rooted in Indian culture. The B.zero1 Kada bracelet is a jewel that embodies contemporary design and tradition at the same time, maintaining the consistency of the past reinterpreted in a contemporary form and with the same spirit of India, yesterday and today. It’s an honour to have Ayushmann Khurrana on our side as Bulgari’s India Friend of the Brand; a multifaceted talent whose dedication to his craft and his appreciation for India’s diverse culture make him the perfect embodiment of Bulgari’s vision.”

Speaking about his experience and thoughts on being the face of the India-exclusive Bulgari’s B.zero1 Kada Bracelet, Ayushmann Khurrana, said, “As the face of this campaign, I’ve had the privilege to witness firsthand the meticulous craftsmanship and the avant-garde spirit that Bulgari brings to this bracelet. This India-exclusive piece beautifully bridges our rich heritage with the current spirit while also symbolizing strength and purity. The blend of tradition and innovation resonates with the progressive mindset defining today’s India. Bulgari’s dedication to authenticity, showcased through codes of spirals and movement, is commendable.”

Embracing the visionary codes of B.zero1, the creation expresses a concept of movement, circularity and light through a spiral design that evokes strength and determination.

The newly unveiled bracelet, according to Khurrana, is much like his artistic expression, which is closely tied to his roots. He said, “The B.Zero1 Kada Bracelet, for me, embodies the perfect blend of tradition and modernity, and I’m genuinely excited to see how it becomes a part of people’s lives, intertwining its own story within the rich landscape of our heritage.”

The B.zero1 Kada Bracelet is uniquely conceived to be more voluminous than the conventional B.zero1 design, giving men the possibility to combine it with watches or other bracelets or to wear it as a stand-alone statement piece. Its versatility extends to pairing effortlessly with both casual and formal attire, as well as traditional ensembles.

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Bollyboom Music Extravaganza to Kick Off with Pune Concert on January 19

Colonial Cousins is the 90’s Indian musical duo comprising Hariharan and Leslee Lewis, who achieved immense success with their eponymous debut album, which went platinum in India and dominated music charts in 1996…reports Asian Lite News

“Bollyboom”, a Percept Live Intellectual Property, announced the most eagerly awaited ‘Bollyboom Arena Colonial Cousins India Reunion Tour 2024’ which will see legendary award winning Indian musicians Hariharan and Leslee Lewis reunite after a decade to take fans through a nostalgic journey with their music. The 11 city pan-India tour will see the artists visiting Pune, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Coimbatore, Chennai, Kochi, Jaipur, Indore and Kolkata.

Phase I of the multi-city Bollyboom Music extravaganza will kick off on 19 January, 2024 in Pune at the Phoenix Marketcity, followed by Bengaluru on 27 January, 2024 at Phoenix Marketcity, 2 February, 2024 at the V Club in Delhi, 4 February, 2024 in Hyderabad at HCC, to culminate in Mumbai on March 1, 2024. Phase II will see the ‘Bollyboom Colonial Cousins India Tour’ visit Coimbatore on 24 May 2024, Chennai on 26 May 2024, Kochi on 31 May 2024, Jaipur on 2 June 2024, Indore and conclude in Kolkata on 9 June 2024.

Colonial Cousins is the 90’s Indian musical duo comprising Hariharan and Leslee Lewis, who achieved immense success with their eponymous debut album, which went platinum in India and dominated music charts in 1996. They garnered numerous accolades including the MTV Asia Viewers’ Choice Award and the US Billboard’s Viewers’ Award. Renowned for pioneering Indian fusion music, they were the first Indian performers at MTV Unplugged. Their song ‘Krishna’ boasts 6.2 million views on YouTube. Hariharan, a renowned Indian playback, bhajan and ghazal singer, has sung over 15,000 notable songs in 10 languages and was honored with the Padma Shri in 2004 and is also a two-time National Award winner. Leslee Lewis, popularly known as ‘Lezz’, is one of the first Indian composers to have introduced the Indian audiences to Rock and Pop music, and was instrumental in conceiving and creating all the music for Coke Studio, MTV India’s debut season, besides composing and producing music for artists like KayKay and Sunita Rao.

Along with the Colonial Cousins popular music tracks that will take fans on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, Bollyboom will also offer a 360-degree live entertainment experience for Bollywood music fans.
Said Hariharan and Leslee Lewis of the Colonial Cousins, “We are so looking forward to getting on the road again after a hiatus of over a decade. This will be the first ever tour of the Colonial Cousins where we are really excited to meet our fans who have supported us over all these years and take them down memory lane with songs like Sa no dha pa, Krishna, Indian rain and each of our own songs. It will be a night to remember forever. That’s a promise.”

Joji George, CEO, Percept Live said, “Bollyboom stands for global Indian sounds, and who better than the legends Hariharan and Leslee Lewis of the Colonial Cousins. We are delighted to be the ones to bring them both together on this reunion tour. Anyone who is from the 80’s and 90’s can’t miss this one. Come with your kids and introduce them to music that has stood the test of time.”

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‘Bollyboom’, a Percept Intellectual Property, is the world’s first and biggest Bollywood Dance Music IP, offering a scintillating blend of music, dance and entertainment. Bollywood music has been an intrinsic part of every Indian and combined with a large than life production, infusion of dance music and incredible SFX, Bollyboom provides a completely new twist to this genre of popular music to create a unique live entertainment experience for Bollywood music fans across the globe.

Bollyboom offers a blend of Trance, House, Hip Hop, Electro Funk, Synthetic, Pop, Club Music, Techno, Trance, Hardstyle, Sufi and Dubstep music. The concerts belt out popular Bollywood numbers combined with visually mesmerizing SFX and state-of-the-art technology, thereby enhancing the entire musical experience. Bollyboom has been seen in multiple variants across India such as Arenas, Club Nights, Mini Arenas, and has also hosted a couple of Pop Up Parties with an exclusive guest list offering customers a unique and fresh nightclub experience. Bollyboom also offers a holistic Bollywood experience with shopping zones, food courts, and a host of fun and interactive activities thereby creating a magical and memorable experience for Bollywood music aficionados.

Bollyboom is a Percept Intellectual Property. Percept is at an enviable leadership position in the Entertainment, Media and Communications domain with a team of over 200 people and 28 offices across India and the Middle East.

Percept Live, established in the year 2012, is the live entertainment division of Percept Limited. It owns and manages all the Intellectual Properties created in the Live Entertainment, Sports, Fashion, Digital and Media space. Percept has been in the ‘Ideas’ business for the past 35 years and has been instrumental in creating many legendary ‘Intellectual Properties’ in the past for its clients. The creation of a dedicated ‘Intellectual Properties’ business was but a further extension to Percept’s existing knowledge and expertise in the Entertainment, Media and Communications domain with a vision to convert path breaking innovative ideas into Assets in order to create long term value for all its Stakeholders. IPs owned by Percept Live include Sunburn, Bollyboom, Solaris, EPL (Eat Play Love), Windsong, IMS (India Model Search) and XCC (Xtreme Combat Championship).

Percept Live is a Percept company. With a team of over 200 people and 28 offices across India and the Middle East, Percept is at an enviable leadership position in the Entertainment, Media and Communications domain.

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Pankaj Tripathi Exposes Filmmaking Realities

For the film ‘Main Atal Hoon’ I had to do prosthetic make up on my face and nose speaks Pankaj Tripathi

Actor Pankaj Tripathi, famed for his refined acting abilities and diverse unconventional performances has opened up on what actually goes behind filmmaking and emphasises the challenges that actors face
In an interview with Tripathi points out that there is much confusion and misconception about the film industry and film fraternity, particularly fuelled by updates posted on social media.

“People think there is lot of fun happening in film industry. Just because actors make their PR machinery to their fun footages like spotted at an event, airport, etc. People think actors have dreamy life,” the actor said.
Tripathi goes on to detail the difficulties he faced while shooting the soon-to-be released biopic “Main Atal Hoon” in which he wears prosthetics to resemble late Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
The National Award-winning actor said, “Shooting is a very difficult task.

For the film ‘Main Atal Hoon’ I had to do prosthetic make up on my face and nose. There is a rule in prosthetic make up that you should stay in at least 22 degree or beyond temperature zone so, that you don’t sweat. Otherwise the prosthetic will start melting and due to which actors get distracted.”

“I shot with prosthetics in 46-degree temperature in Lucknow. I was shooting for 12 hours straight. And when there is so many problems happening in body then it gradually effects your mind. It also effects your performance. For me, I didn’t want this problem to show in my performance,” the actor said.

He added, “As it’s Atal ji’s film, you can’t make any improvisation in it. You can only play with posture and gesture not with his speech and dialogues. Filmmaking is all about hard work. Cinema demands hard work, not like what’s shown on insta… There is gruelling 12-hour shoots for which we have to arrive on sets one or hour an hour prior. It’s not an easy task as it seems to be.”

Directed by Ravi Jadhav, the film ‘Main Atal Hoon’ written by Rishi Virmani and Ravi Jadhav is all set to hit theatres on January 19.
It is backed by Bhanushali Studios Limited and Legend Studios, Vinod Bhanushali, Sandeep Singh, Sam Khan and Kamlesh Bhanushali.

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Ranveer Singh’s Wax Figure Graces Madame Tussauds London

Ranveer’s wax figure is seen in a colourful sherwani. Another wax figure shows the actor in a black suit with a white pattern and a bow…reports Asian Lite News

It’s a special moment for actor Ranveer Singh as he got his wax figures displayed at the iconic Madame Tussauds museum in London.
Taking to Instagram, Ranveer shared a few pictures from the museum as he posed alongside his wax statues.

“Growing up, I was fascinated by old photos of my parents alongside some of the world’s most famous & prominent personalities, only to realize that they were wax figures at London’s famed Madame Tussauds. The allure of that mythical museum stayed with me, making it surreal to now have my very own wax figure there. Gratitude fills me as my figure stands amongst the most accomplished personalities in the world. An unforgettable moment, compelling me to reflect on the magical cinematic journey that has led me to this moment,” Ranveer captioned the post.

Ranveer also shared a photo of his mother posing with his wax statue and wrote, “My whole universe #Maa. See how proud she is. God is kind. I am truly blessed.” Ranveer’s wax figure is seen in a colourful sherwani. Another wax figure shows the actor in a black suit with a white pattern and a bow.

The actor’s post is filled with congratulatory wishes.
“Apna time aa gaya ,” Ranveer’s sister-in-law Anisha Padukone commented. “[?][?],” Actor Anil Kapoor commented.
In 2019, Ranveer’s wife, actor Deepika Padukone got a wax statue at Madame Tussauds London. Meanwhile, on the film front, Ranveer is all set to surprise audience with his exciting line-up of is films next year.
He will be seen reprising his role of Simmba in Rohit Shetty’s cop drama ‘Singham Again’, which also stars his wife Deepika Padukone, actors Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff and Kareena Kapoor Khan.

Ranveer will also headline Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Don 3’.While announcing the film, Farhan requested the audience to give the same love to Ranveer as they showered on previous Don installments. “In 1978, a character created by Salim-Javed and portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan with effortless elan, captured the imagination of theatregoers across the country. That enigmatic character was Don. In 2006, Don was reimagined and brought to life by Shah Rukh Khan in his own irresistibly charming way,” he wrote.

“The time has now come to take the legacy of Don forward and joining us in this new interpretation will be an actor whose talent and versatility I have long admired. We hope that you will show him the love you have so graciously and generously shown to Mr Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan,” the post further read. ‘Don 3’ will arrive in 2025. (ANI)

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