Magician Amey Sarang doing series of 12 short movies with elements of magic.

Amey Shraddha Sarang after making mark in the World Of Magic as AVS - The Third Generation Illusionist. With 16 world and national records, 3 international gold medals, youth icon of magic, Fastest Escapist and more than 50 plus National and International certified awards received many national and international awards for his talent as a magician Illusionist mentalist escape artist. 

Sarang plans to create a series of 12 movies of 10 min duration each that will blend magic and entertainment together with many aspect aimed to change the face of Indian Magician to a different phase like never before. 

Sarang is preparing a series of 12 films on varied themes; each short film will be shot in a single day. Thus, the whole series will be completed within 12 days, creating multiple world records. All 12 short films will be conceptualized and created by AmeyZingSarang himself. The various themes include drama, thriller, romance, suspense, action, horror, emotional and a few more. Each film will have an element of magic in it; it will be incorporated with the story.

With an aim to take magic to a bigger platform, now he is entering world of entertainment as AmeyZingSarang to prove Indian Magician can also dominate in this form of entertainment known as movie world. To make sure nothing is left AmeyZing took acting and dance classes from AnupamKhers acting academy, shiamakdavar SDIPA and WamanKendre theatrical workshop. 

Sarang aims to create a place for magic among other art forms rather than restricting it to fancy gatherings. Although, magicians in India are striving hard to gain the same respect that magicians get internationally, AmeyZingSarang wants to take it few notches higher and bring back the lost respect for magicians by stepping into the entertainment field.

“The first short film will be a tribute to all mothers and one of them will also include a social cause. This is to highlight the plight of farmers within our country. Through this short film he would like to provide a platform to all budding talents who have not received any exposure yet. Through this endeavor he would like to showcase how magicians can survive in the entertainment or magical world as well,” said AmeyZingSarang, Magician. 

Grandson of the well-known World's Greatest Magician Late Chandu The Great been actively involved in continuing the tradition of taking the family’s skill forward. Every record that he made, were originals and involved the uniqueness of his skills. Sarang is also trained in acting and dancing, exploring his creative skills further he plans to make additions to his world record.

Till now you have seen actor-turning magician for movies this time you will witness Magician turn actor for movies. 

After Ship of Theseus and Talvar watch out for Sohum Shah in Simran

Sohum Shah who rose to fame with the critically acclaimed film Ship of Theseus is quietly leaving a mark in Bollywood.

The actor is very well known for his power packed performance in critically acclaimed films like Ship of Theseus and Talvar.

Sohum Shah has time and again treated the audiences with his hard hitting and realistic characters as he believes in opting for author backed roles instead of portraying larger than life characters on screen.

The actor is now all set to deliver yet another memorable performance in his upcoming film Simran alongside Kangana Ranaut.

Sohum is one of the finest actors in Bollywood who easily imbibes his onscreen character and is known to be a  b performance driven actor.

The actor has not only impressed the critics but has charmed his female fan with his acting skills. 

With Simran, Sohum is promising yet another remarkable performance as he will be seen playing Simra aka Kangana Ranaut love interest in the film.

Sohum Shah is a profound actor whose body of work involves roles which are close to reality, the actor is known for his phenomenal performances. 

SAAMNE AA, A BETI BACHAO BETI PADHAO INITIATIVE, LAUNCHED

India’s steeply dwindling child sex ratio among children under 6 years of age which reached an all-time low of 918 girls for every 1000 boys in 2011 from 976 in 1961 (RGI data)- a 6% decline in 40 years- is unhealthy.

In an initiative to continue the good work of the campaign, the BetiBachao, BetiPadhao project unit has launched Reeta Gupta’s “SaamneAa”, a song that speaks against son preference.

The song is sung by SonaMohapatra and has special performances by Paresh Rawal and SwaroopSampat. Composed by Siddharth Sharma, the song launched on 2nd August on Times Music and has already grossed more than half a million views.

Ace singer SonaMohapatra says, “SaamneAa" has a simple tune. I have kept my rendition of it simple so that the essence and meaning of the song emerge. I agreed to be part of this project because I am in line with its vision- to have a society where gender equality is the norm, not the exception.”

Speaking about Saamne Aa, Paresh Rawal, who is in Parliament session in Delhi, said, "This Government is trying to bring about a transformational shift in the way our society looks at the girl child. PM Modi's BetiBachaoBetiPadhao is one of the finest initiatives towards that.”

K Moses Chalai, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Women and Child adds, “ We are happy to support Reeta Gupta’s  Saamne Aa Initiative, as it addresses the problems of both conscious and  unconscious social bias against the girl child.”

“SaamneAa"is an overwhelming ode to the daughters of India and Times Music is honored to be associated with one of India’s most integral campaigns, BetiBachaoBetiPadhao,” said Mandar Thakur COO of Times Music.

SaamneAa is supported by Podar World School, Laadli, a population First NGO and the MCGM.

PS Keskar, the Executive Health Officer of the MCGM added, “ Our message is simple. Beta BetiEkSaman, tohkhushhaalhoga Hindustan.”

SaamneAa creator Reeta Gupta explains, “we must not be vague about the issue of gender. We must have specific action points, such as

1. Celebrate the birth of the girl child in the family
2. Raise our sons and daughters as equals.
3. Encourage varied professions for our girls.
4. Educate those who are indulging in son preference; that a daughter is every bit as capable.
5. Don't use words like para yadhan and bojh while referring to girls.
6.Report any incidence of sex determination test.
7. Encourage boys to help you with the household chores and serve guests.
8. Keep weddings simple. Share wedding expenses equally between the girl's and boy's families
9. Provide safe environments, around us where sexist behavior is discouraged.
10. Write your will, divide your property equally between your son and your daughter.”


SwaroopRawal, who, along with husband Paresh Rawal has put in a special appearance in Saamne Aa, says, “ As a mother, an educator, and an actor I believe that  Gender equality is essential to democracy and inextricably tied up with it.  ‘Son selection’ is a very major bias and impedes gender equality in India where freedom is often misunderstood and misused. I would like the birth of every girl child to be celebrated, just like my family celebrated my birth. And just like I follow my dreams I wish that each girl can pursue hers.”

RupaNaik , Executive Director, World Trade Centre also spoke on the occasion, and shared, “I have always believed that investing in a girl’s education is investing in a nation’s growth and development. Betikoapnao, apnisochkojagaoaurdeshmeinunnatilao.”

Prof A L Sharada of Laadli said,“In our work at Laadli, we emphasize that society must take specific actions to promote gender equality. The song SaamneAa is a step towards that- children, by themselves are innocent and play with each other without thinking of gender at all. But as they grow up, the unconscious biases that the elders  have, begin to shape their minds.”

RaghavPodar, Chairman Podar World School noted, “ We have always been sensitive to the subconscious biases that pervade our society, that express themselves inadvertently. We have consciously made an effort to emphasise the importance of gender parity."

Sangeeta Bijlani supports fashion for a cause

Actress Sangeeta Bijlani sure has a heart of gold and she likes giving back to the society.

The gorgeous actress is all set to be the showstopper of a fashion show this week by a renowned designer that aims to raise funds for cancer patients. 

Sangeeta says, “I’m walking the ramp after a long time. It feels nostalgic. The entire cause is meant to provide free treatment to a hundred underprivileged children. Earlier, each model was a star in their own right, as there were only so many models. Today, it’s different ball game altogether, as there are so many models in each show. With new and upcoming designers every year, there are more shows happening every season. The shows are extremely professional now, unlike earlier days, when it was also a lot of entertainment.”

“There used to be choreography and we would do some dance moves on the stage before we went on the ramp. Models spent a lot of time with each other and shared a bond,” she elaborates.

Speaking about designers and their muses, Sangeeta adds, “There are too many celebrities [walking for designers] these days, which is overkill for the designer-muse [concept]. Having a muse was a big thing once, but it now seems like it does not serve much of a purpose to designers, as they cater to a larger audience.”

Raaz-E-Sheitaan postpones its release by a week

Raaz-E-Sheitaan, a horror flick directed by Madhur Bhandarkar’s associate Sameer Khan starring Kavita Radheshyam, Bangladeshi actor Nirab Hossain, Amita Nangia, Baby Tasmiya, Iti Acharya who was crowned Miss South India in 2016, Asif Basra and Pakistani actress Meera postpones its release by a week. The film will now be releasing on 18^th August, 2017. Raaz-E-Sheitaan is the remake of Cinema Epoch’s ‘Islamic Exorcist’ which was critically acclaimed internationally directed by Faisal Saif.  

The movie illustrates the story of the lives of a couple who are devastated when their adopted daughter Munni becomes possessed by a demonic force and how the father shoots the daughter to death. However an investigative journalist doesn't believe in their story and becomes determine to know the real truth by going much deeper in the couple's scary past.

Produced by Faisal Saif and Ali G ‘Raaz-E-Sheitaan’ will be released under the Banner Faith Pictures Inc and Imran Galani having the Music on Zee Music. The Director of Photography for the film was by MRM Jai Suresh, Editor was Ashutosh Anand Verma, Action by Kaurawa Venkatesh and the music is composed by a Russian Music composer Vladislav Nogin. 

Veteran Actor Dharmendra ji spotted during the dubbing of his first International Short film ‘Dreamcatcher’

It is a day to set the celebration in the right tone for story telling through audio-video medium. The entertainment content viewer will see it happening, and happening soon on their digital screen from the person who is been in Industry for more than 6 decades and seen all the colors and evolution of Indian Film industry right from the time of Black & White Film era to Digital content with emerging of new platform. From more than 3 hours long movies to unique storm of Short Film, a lesser duration content to entertain people, Dharmendra. The film also has an underlying message and caters for/to the viewers, which is quite relevant to today’s time and its kaleidoscopic virtual realities. The short film, ‘Dreamcatcher’ has another uniqueness that it is a collaboration of Indian and Australian film making companies having actors from Australia Travis Jeffery and Pooja Priyanka who is an Ex-Miss Fiji. Today with the completion of dubbing Dharmendra as an actor, a work well taken up and completed with his phenomenal touch, it was surely a reason to celebrate along with the crew of the short film, ‘Dreamcatcher.’ On the occasion Dharmendra mentioned that, Daughters are as special to their Fathers as Fathers are to them. A Father is every Daughter's 1st hero, No matter where she is, A Father will always be a Guardian to her, because "Daughters are forever!"

Director Santoshh Shivamm feeling content and excitedly said, I'm sure Dharam Ji featuring in a short film carries not only uniqueness but thoughtfulness, too. As a Director, I needed authentication from a senior like Dharam ji’s stature, a legend for this, and lesser duration format. Short films need nurturing and responsible storytelling. It is a blessing that I got this opportunity to work with a living legend. Today is surely a Day and we are working day/night to complete the film since it is a story of techno savvy father with the help of science decodes, that we can have a control on. The Music Composer Rahul B Seth who is also the writer of this project was present at the occasion to provide his part in the dubbing said, being a father to a daughter myself; I always experience feelings of extreme protectiveness & Guardianship towards her. This is exactly what is conveyed in the Narrative, Dialogues, Music & Lyrics of the film "Dreamcatcher", where a father is shown to go to any lengths, just to be sure that no harm comes to his daughter with respect to the choices she makes in Life. In collaboration with the Australian company and having his maiden venture with this short film, Anurag Prasad the co-producer of Dreamcatcher also mentioned that, “Men need to come forward and participate; it is not only the fight alone for females it is also a Men’s part/duty. So here is this story as a short film featuring Dharam ji and we are here together to tell it to the world, to do something! We thank our writers Rahul B Seth and director Santoshh Shivamm. I'm a new to industry as Producer and in his entire magnanimity of Dharam Ji, obliged to him working in my first venture. ‘Dreamcatcher’ is a short film that will send out a strong message, the protectiveness and concerned father, a guardian; who would go to any length in order to make sure his daughter never gets hurt in her life and there is a surprise i.e., how?

Vinay Pathak : Bollywood suffers from ‘Cheating Dreams’ syndrome

Well, Vinay Pathak,  a trendsetter in multiplex films  should know what he is talking about, ever since he started shooting for ‘DARK BREW’, he has literally become a shrink, in interpreting dreams. And many of his Bollywood co stars, discuss and share their ‘Cheating dreams’ syndrome with him. Not surprising still, as Bollywood has rampant stories of insecurities, guilt, betrayals, sex, dating, carnal desires etc.

According to sources close to him, ‘Cheating Dreams’ syndrome or infidelity dreams is the result of trust, neglect, fear of abandonment, stagnant relationship, own insecurities and low self esteem. These dreams are the reflection of your thought process, of your present relationship status. And so you have many Bollywood couples freaking out when they dream with their hand in the proverbial cookie jar.

Vinay Pathak says in a lighter tone “Cheating Dreams syndrome is like Face book relationship status, faithful on your wall, but cheating in their inbox”

He adds “But on a serious note, those suffering from Cheating dreams syndrome should re-evaluate and reset their relationship status, as dreams could be a reflection of your thoughts and present relationship status, of your own insecurities and low self esteem. Cheating on a good person is like throwing away a diamond, and picking up a rock!”

Akshay Kumar joins the cleanliness drive Marathon

Akshay Kumar's 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha', directed by Shree Narayan Singh is in sync with the Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan  initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recently launched Swachhathon — Swachh Bharat Hackathon.

Initiated by the Union Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation the six-pronged cleanliness drive invites the youth to share innovative ideas for sanitation. The best ideas will win prizes. The contest, open from August 2 to 25, invites entries in six categories — Monitoring Usage Of Toilets, Behavioural Change, Toilet Technology, Operation and Maintenance of School Toilets, Technological Solutions for Safe Disposal of Menstrual Waste and Early Decomposition of Faecal Matter. V Radha, Joint Secretary, Ministry for Drinking Water and Sanitation, says, "These are some of our real problems The government understands the power of the people and we're looking out for ideas in innovation in toilet technology." The ministry is planning a curtain raiser on August 11. Shortlisted entries will be called for a demo in Delhi after August 25, and the finalists will clash on September 8.

Akshay, who has interacted with various groups over the Swachh movement, says, "The youth is here to make a difference, they are all about improving and empowering. It is good to see and hear how many great young and professional minds are setting about making the change."
The actor is looking forward to hearing from students as well. He states, "This isn't a cause just for villages. There are students, especially girls, who have to drop out of schools purely because of the lack of toilets and sanitation. It's so sad that in this day and age hygiene is a major concern in this country, and that we are losing out on women becoming more educated for reasons beyond their control."

As for lending support to making a movie that revolves around the cause, he sums up, "This film isn't just about preaching 'you should have a toilet, go make one'. The story encourages to teach elders and backward societies that having a toilet is not taboo; it will not only keep women safer and more comfortable, but most importantly, it will save lives. People don't understand the number of children that die every year from fecal diseases because of lack of toilets and sanitation. This film is not the answer, it is merely a stepping stone to the change that's needed."

Toilet Ek Prem Katha distribution is reatined in house contrary to reports

Toilet: Ek Prem Katha is all set to hit theatres  on 11th August. Considering the content of the film, film exhibitors and distributors have been vying for the movie. According to reports, Viacom18 and KriArj who are co-producing the film were to partner with another distribution company.

However, quashing these rumours of getting a partner onboard, a reputed source has confirmed that the distribution will be go ahead as planned with VMP spearheading.

The source confirmed, “They were always distributing the film right from the beginning. The makers of the film and the company are confident of the product.”

Toilet: Ek Prem Katha releases in cinemas on 11th August, 2017.

Kriti Sanon, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rajkummar Rao danced their heart out at 'Twist Kamariya' song launch

Bareilly Ki Barfi stars Kriti Sanon, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rajkummar Rao launched their third song 'Twist Kamariya' at an event last night.

'Twist Kamariya' features Kriti Sanon aka Bitti showcasing her killer break dance moves in a celebratory setup. The vibrant and cheerful Bitti has everyone hitting the dance floor with her infectious energy. 

Kriti, Ayushmann and Rajkummar  not only unveiled the song but also grooved to the track with their desi thumkas. The actors not only danced heart out to the latest track from the film 'Twist Kamariya' but also got to doing raasta dance on the much loved Sweety Tera Drama.

Kriti Sanon was seen turning Bitti as she performed the hook of the song along with her co-stars.

All the actors were seen in high spirits as they engaged in a fun interaction with the audience.

Bareilly Ki Barfi is touted as the tastiest entertainer of the year. The trailer of the film and the songs have created immense anticipation amongst the audiences.

The collaborative effort between Ashiwny Iyer Tiwari, creative producer Juno Chopra and writer Nitesh Tiwari of Dangal fame and Shreyas Jain.

Nitesh Tiwari and Shreyas Jain contributed to a power packed script, Juno Chopra's sphere headed execution while Ashiwny Iyer Tiwari captured perfect frames.

Bareilly Ki Barfi brings to celluloid for the first time the team of Kriti Sanon, Ayushmann Khurrana and Rajkummar Rao

Bareilly Ki Barfi is Ashiwny Iyer Tiwari's second film as a director and the film has created a lot of right noise and her direction has been praised by everyone.

Bareilly Ki Barfi is produced by Junglee Pictures and BR Studios. The film is scheduled to release on 18th August 2017.

Fukrey is back

The first installment of the Fukrey franchise became a huge hit and the fans have been eagerly waiting for the second installment. 

Now the makers are back with the second installment starring Richa Chadha, Pulkit Samrat, Ali Fazal and Manjot Singh in pivotal roles, since the inception of the shoot last year, the sequel is touted to be the most anticipated funniest and quirkiest movies of the year.

The rememberable characters of Hunny, Choocha, Zafar, Lali and Bholi Punjaban from the coming-of-age comedy film made a special place for themselves in the hearts of the audience.

Fukrey 2's recently released poster, revealing the release date, 8th December had intrigued the audience, taking the expectations of the soaring high. 

The makers are now all set to treat their audience today with the teaser which brings back the crazy Fukreys. 

Following which the makers will release the trailer in the next 2 days, 9th August which gives a sneak peek into the world of the Fukrey 2. 

The film is co-produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sindhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment and will be directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba.