Being a producer's son, it was probably only a matter of time before Arjun Kapoor followed in father Boney Kapoor's footsteps and turned a producer. Mid-day caught up with the actor at the Indian Racing Festival in Coimbatore, where he shared the plan is still at a nascent stage. The owner of the team, Speed Demons Delhi, also talked about his passion for motorsports and how a film on racing could totally be made in India. And of course, how his role as Danger Lanka in Singham Again has been loved by all.
21 November,2024 05:37 PM IST
In a candid conversation about 'Singham Again,' director Rohit Shetty addressed the Diwali clash with 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,' explaining that while both filmmakers wanted to avoid the overlap, the theme of his film required a specific release timing. Shetty expressed his concern that releasing the film too early or late would have diluted its emotional impact, but he’s thrilled that both films are doing well at the box office, calling it a win for the industry. When asked about the pre-release trolling over casting Arjun Kapoor as the villain, Shetty noted how people’s opinions often change after a film’s release. Shetty teased exciting crossovers and cameo appearances in future instalments of his cop universe.
11 November,2024 03:01 PM IST
Ajay Devgn, riding high on the success of 'Singham Again,' recently reflected on how the 'Singham' franchise reshaped the portrayal of police officers in Bollywood. He shared that the films gave a more heroic, larger-than-life narrative to law enforcement, setting a new tone in Indian cinema. He also mentioned his joy for actor Arjun Kapoor who has received appreciation for his villainous role as ‘Danger Lanka’ in the film. Ajay also credited his strong bond and comfort level with director Rohit Shetty, which has led to numerous successful collaborations between the two.
09 November,2024 08:01 PM IST | Mumbai
The clash between 'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' have undeniably revitalised the Indian box office, with both films achieving the impressive feat of entering the Rs 100 crore club within just three days of their release. This remarkable performance reflects strong audience turnout during the festive season. However, the celebration has been marred by concerns over the authenticity of the reported figures. As both films continue to perform well, the scrutiny over their reported collections adds an intriguing layer to their box office saga.
04 November,2024 06:29 PM IST
In a fun and laid-back chat, director Anees Bazmee and veteran actor Sanjay Mishra got real about their experiences in the movie business. The 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' director candidly shared how he still feels nervous during the filmmaking process and still feels like a newcomer, offering a glimpse into the pressures of directing a horror comedy and his initial struggles as an assistant director. He recounted funny and memorable moments on the set, highlighting the unique challenges they faced. Sanjay chimed in with insights into the hurdles of small-budget films and called himself a 'small movie' actor. Their mutual admiration shone through as they praised each other’s talents and reflected on their long-standing collaboration since their hit film 'Welcome'.
04 November,2024 12:46 PM IST
Action blockbuster ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ has hit screens on the auspicious occasion of Eid. Those who witnessed the Ali Abbas Zafar directorial on the first day, shared their reviews upon watching. As fans thronged theatres early morning given it was a public holiday, some expressed happiness while others critiqued the film for missing the basic elements like script and acting. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Sonakshi Sinha, Manushi Chillar, and Alaya F in pivotal roles.
11 April,2024 06:57 PM IST
90’s Bollywood diva Rani Mukerji who rose to fame with films like ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’, ‘Ghulam’, ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, ‘Black’ spoke to ANI in a special interaction where she gave insights about her 27-year long career, her films, stardom, first anniversary of ‘Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway’ and its box office success on March 21 in Mumbai. The actress who is turning a year older also discussed her birthday plans. In the interview, she dismissed the fact that content-driven films are only for OTT and not for the big screen by citing her last release ‘Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway’ which was released last year on 17th March. She expressed her gratitude towards the audience for all the love and support they have showered throughout her career and looking forward to celebrating her birthday with her daughter, husband, and family. Talking about the success of her content-driven films like ‘Hichki’, ‘Mardaani’, ‘Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway’ she said, “When films like this become successful, we get assured that audience loves to see all kind of films. If we provide them with good content in the movies, they will surely come to the theatre.”
21 March,2024 12:23 AM IST
Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's big shoutout to her latest release 'Article 370', which has opened to positive reviews and has been making brisk business at the box office, actor Yami Gautam on February 26 said, "It was an honor". Film Director Aditya Suhas Jambhale and Producer Aditya Dhar expressed gratitude for the response to the film. Addressing an event during his recent visit to Jammu, Prime Minister Modi brought up the film, which is based on the events leading up to the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, saying, "I have been told that a film titled 'Article 370' is releasing this week. It is good that a film has been made on this subject. Apart from entertaining audiences, it will also raise awareness of the events that prompted us to take this decision. It will put them up to speed with facts."
27 February,2024 10:51 AM IST
The Republic Day weekend is a goldmine for film releases. Looking at the box office performances of Republic Day weekend releases in the past decade, SRK's Pathaan and Deepika Padukone's Padmaavat occupy the top two spots. While Pathaan earned Rs 57 cr, the latter got an opening of Rs 24 cr . Both films feature Deepika and were released on Jan 25 of different years. Fighter is the actress' third film to release on Jan 25. Here's looking at the clashes and box office performance of R-Day releases
25 January,2024 07:09 PM IST
Movies Of 2024: In 2024, the Indian film industry gears up for a year of sequels, biopics, and thrilling sagas. Kamal Haasan is to return after 28 years in "Indian 2," while Vicky Kaushal will take up another historical role in "Chhaava." Sidharth Malhotra to navigate a hijack in "Yodha," and Allu Arjun's "Pushpa 2" will raise the stakes. The much-anticipated "Kalki 2898 AD" starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Deepika Padukone unite industry heavyweights for a bilingual sci-fi spectacle. Additionally, diverse narratives like "Emergency," with Kangana Ranaut in the lead Kartik Aaryan's first biopic "Chandu Champion," and "The Crew" promise engaging experiences, setting the stage for a gripping cinematic year. Watch the full video for a meticulous list of movies to watch out for the year 2024!
03 January,2024 09:35 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
