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  • &TV presents ‘Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari’, a light-hearted drama of an ordinary girl with an extraordinary outlook

    &TV presents ‘Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari’, a light-hearted drama of an ordinary girl with an extraordinary outlook

    MUMBAI: Through its differentiated and disruptive brand point-of-view, &TV has crafted stories and characters that our viewers strongly connect to and enjoy. Keeping this core thought in mind, &TV is all set to present a fresh and homegrown narrative with the strong local flavour, Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari, a light-hearted drama alive with simplicity and warmth of its protagonist, Gudiya. Set in the backdrop of Madhya Pradesh, the story will take the viewers through the fascinating journey of Gudiya, intertwining the raw appeal of the region in its dialect, depiction, characters, way of life and overall narrative and introduce a new face – Sarika Bahroliya, a native of Gwalior, who will be essaying the role of Gudiya along with well-known television actor Sarrtaj Gill portraying the role of Muddu. Produced by Essel Visions Productions, the show is slated to go on air on 27th August 2019 at 9:30 pm only on &TV.

    Co-written by eminent writers, Ravi Mahashabde and Samta Sagar, Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari is a slice of the life story of Gudiya, the youngest daughter of Radhe (portrayed by Ravi Mahashabde) and Sarla (portrayed by Samta Sagar), having her own unique quips and quirks to life and situations. Most often Gudiya lands up in unusual situations but then her upbeat attitude and unique approach snap her out of it. Gudiya embodies a girl who isn’t restricted by her current reality or any societal norms. Giving us a peek into Gudiya’s ‘all’s well’ world, the show sets a light-hearted and humorous tone while depicting her simple yet unbridled approach towards life.

    Commenting on bringing in a fresh concept to &TV’s bouquet of shows Vishnu Shankar, Business Head &TV said, “Rarely do we come across a character so authentic, relatable and astounding. Gudiya’s perspective is so unique and different from others that it often confounds people around her. But it is this very unique point of view that will amuse viewers and get them to reconsider their own way of thinking. It has been our constant endeavour to present characters that resonate with our viewers and become a part of their daily lives by giving them a moment of joviality and happiness. And Gudiya does just that. Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari’s homegrown and light-hearted narrative will make for wholesome family entertainment, connecting the audience on an emotional level besides bringing a smile to everyone’s face.”

    Talking about the unique ‘slice of life’ story with a rustic local flavour of Madhya Pradesh, Shariq Patel, CEO, Essel Vision Productions Ltd said, “The story of Gudiya is that of an ordinary girl with an extraordinary outlook towards life. Gudiya isn’t your regular girl; right from her unusual comebacks to her unpretentious demeanour, she is a bag full of surprises. Bringing the authenticity of the local flavour and rustic cultural elements to the storyline we wanted to keep the narrative very simple yet extremely relatable and engaging. We went all-out to find a face among the commoners anchoring traditional ethos, the raw appeal of the region and way of life. For the role of Gudiya and other characters, we have done extensive casting workshops in the grassroots across MP and UP to get talent who fit the roles perfectly. Our show, Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari will be a breath of fresh air between the current clutter of heavy dramas on Indian television and we are confident that our Gudiya will strike the right chords with our viewers through her upbeat attitude and atypical approach to life.”

    Talking about her debut, Sarika Bahroliya said, “Bagging the role of Gudiya is a dream come true for me. I never thought that I will be seeing myself on the silver screen one day. I couldn't have asked for a better start to my television journey than with a character like Gudiya who is so simple, yet so unique. This character is extremely special to me not because it is my first on television but because I relate to Gudiya in more ways than one. Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari is the story of a cheery young girl who can find her own happy bits in every situation. She isn’t restricted by her current reality or any societal norms. She never hesitates to speak her mind irrespective of how people might perceive it. The way she moulds the harshest situations into lighter moments sets her apart and will win the hearts of the viewers.”

    Talking about his character of Muddu, Sarrtaj Gill said “Muddu is a young village simpleton who assists his father in a local grocery shop. Although he appears to be tough from outside, he is soft-hearted and extremely passionate about wrestling, an interest that he couldn’t pursue due to pressing issues at home. All his life, he has dreamt of being married to a girl who resembles Madhuri Dixit, but his dreams come crashing down when he ends up marrying Gudiya, much to his dismay. Unlike other roles I have played on television, Muddu’s character was a refreshing change but came with few challenges. The character of Muddu has a peculiar rawness and a non-glamorous look which enthused me towards the role, and I hope the viewers would love seeing this different version of me.”

    Adding further, the actor said, “I urge my fans and viewers to please tune in to Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari by subscribing to the Zee bouquet of channels as per the new TRAI mandate. After all, Zee is the No. 1 network for family entertainment, a one-stop-shop with programmes of interest for every member of the family. So, to continue enjoying our show on &TV, please buy the Zee Family Pack – Hindi SD/HD today by choosing the ZEE HSM Bouquet.”

  • Sony MAX and Sony MAX2 to showcase chartbuster movies this Independence Day

    Sony MAX and Sony MAX2 to showcase chartbuster movies this Independence Day

    MUMBAI: As India celebrates its 72nd Independence Day, Sony MAX and Sony MAX2, the country’s leading movie channels are all set to entertain film enthusiasts with a marathon of blockbuster movies all day long beginning at 12 noon on 15th August.

    Offering a potpourri of iconic movies ranging across various genres, Sony MAX will showcase heroism at its best with south dubs like ‘Baahubali2: The Conclusion’ and ‘Sivaji The Boss’, while giving its viewers a sneak peek into the life of a RAW agent with movies like ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’ and ‘Tik Tik Tik’. Sony MAX2 on the other hand will showcase patriotism with ‘Tiranga’ and entertain viewers with an assortment of smashing hit movies like ‘Karan Arjun’, ‘Dil Toh Pagal Hai’ and ‘Aashiq’.

  • Star Movies celebrates box office successes with the billion dollar countdown pop-up theatre

    Star Movies celebrates box office successes with the billion dollar countdown pop-up theatre

    MUMBAI: Star Movies presents Billion Dollar Countdown Pop-Up Theatre, celebrating cinema’s highly successful movies. The long bouquet of movies includes Titanic, Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War, Deadpool 2, Logan, Independence Day, War of the Planet of the Apes, Thor: Ragnarök, Night at the Museum and Iron Man 2. With an overall Box Office collection of over $8.5 Billion, these movies stand for their impeccable storyline and power-packed performances by Samuel L Jackson, Robert Downey Jr., Will Smith, Ben Stiller, Chris Hemsworth, Kate Winslet, Leonardo Di Caprio, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and many more.

    Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War was one of the most anticipated movies of 2018 as it started the culmination of the MCU Phase 3 and brought together characters from over 20 movies together. Thor: Ragnarok was the introduction of New Zealand’s renowned filmmaker Taika Waititi in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With a bold style of movie making and pragmatic approach to characters, his directorial was loved by Marvel fans across the globe. Also, he reprised the role of Korg in the film that was added in Avengers: Endgame as well. Marvel recently also announced Jane Foster as the female Thor in their phase 4 movie Thor: Love and Thunder. The Pop-Up ends with one of the timeless love stories of the generation, Titanic which grossed over $2.1 Billion worldwide and is the third highest-grossing movie of all time.

    Get set with some popcorn for these Billion dollar beauties and get your weekend’s worth.

  • Zee Telugu to premiere action-packed movie ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ on August 15th

    Zee Telugu to premiere action-packed movie ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ on August 15th

    Zee Telugu is set to take its viewers on a memorable journey this Independence Day, filled with courage and bravery. One such instance of bravery was the ‘surgical strikes’ conducted in 2016 by the Indian army, against militant launch pads in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (POK). This story is depicted in the movie ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ starring Vicky Kaushal and Yami Gautam. To celebrate our honorary Indian Army on the day of national independence, ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’ will premiere in Telugu on television on the-first-time-ever on 15th August at 3:00 PM only on Zee Telugu and Zee Telugu HD.

    Aditya Dhar, a debutant directed this film based on the sensational surgical strike of 2016. To begin with, the film has been divided into chapters which ultimately lead to the surgical strikes. Major Vihaan Singh Shergill played by Vicky Kaushal, is a valiant army man who aces in strategic operations. However, when his mother’s Alzheimer’s start progressing rapidly, he bids goodbye to his border surveillance and requests for a transfer to an army base in the Capital so that he can spend some time with his mother. When National Security advisor, played by Paresh Rawal, proposes for a surgical strike in POK, Vihaan comes back to the border and leads the mission.

    The movie is produced by Ronnie Screwvala, while the music scored by Shaswat Sachdev adds intensity, especially when it comes to the action scenes in the film. The sound is powerfully composed to be a character by itself in ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’. 

  • &pictures celebrates Naye India Ka Naya Josh with the Independence Day premiere of Uri: The Surgical Strike on Thursday, 15th August at 3 PM

    &pictures celebrates Naye India Ka Naya Josh with the Independence Day premiere of Uri: The Surgical Strike on Thursday, 15th August at 3 PM

    MUMBAI: As the nation gears up to celebrate its 73rd Independence Day, &pictures – Naye India Ka Blockbuster Movie Channel, will premiere Uri: The Surgical strike on Thursday, 15th August 2019 at 3 PM.  It was a historic moment in Indian history that was executed with complete precision while also sending the world a message: India will no longer shy away from a fight. The 2016 surgical strike was the dawn of a very vocal India that led to a universal shift in perception of the country. Directed by the debutant Aditya Dhar the movie features an ensemble cast comprising of Yami Gautam, Paresh Rawal and Kirti Kulhari in key roles along with Mohit Raina who made his Bollywood debut. Leading them all is Major Vihaan Singh Shergill played by none other than Vicky Kaushal.

    The film reflects the sentiment that the entire nation felt in 2016, when four heavily armed militants ambushed the brigade headquarters at Uri and mercilessly killed 19 soldiers in their sleep. Be it avenging the deaths of fellow soldiers, or going ahead and occupying what is rightly ours; Uri: The Surgical Strike is representative of a Brave New India. An example of these emotions can be seen when Vihaan says, “Yeh Hindustan ab chup nahin baithega. Yeh naya Hindustan hai. Yeh ghar main ghusega bhi aur maarega bhi”

    Vicky Kaushal who plays the character of Major Vihaan Singh Shergill in the film said, “Uri is a very special film for me and our idea was to give tribute to the Indian Armed Forces. The soldiers give up their today for our tomorrow and no words can signify or repay the sacrifices they make for our country. The way audiences have resonated with the emotion of patriotism, valour and sacrifices of our armed forces has been amazing. As artists, that is the biggest takeaway for us. Fans who missed watching the movie in the theatres can catch the Independence Day Premiere of Uri on &pictures and I hope they will enjoy it.”

    Yami Gautam who essays the role of an intelligence officer in the movie shared, “Uri is a very important film to me. We could literally feel patriotism surge in us with each scene we performed. There are films that one looks back as part of their filmography, and Uri is that one film which surpasses success for me; it will always stay with me. As a matter of fact, Uri inspired so many youngsters out there to join the Indian army. That is the power of cinema today. As the film premieres on &pictures this Independence Day, I really hope that people get an opportunity to watch it and understand the sacrifices of our brave hearts who keep us safe every day.”

    Seen for the first time on the big screen, Mohit Raina said, “My instant reaction on being offered the role of Captain Karan Kashyap was only to be associated with a story of this kind. When I heard about a film being made on URI, I knew it won’t be made again. And given the sort of platform and visuals Aditya had in mind, I gauged the reach and respect it would get almost immediately after release. It is still talked about as one of the best war drama films made in Bollywood so far!”

    Aditya Dhar the director of Uri said, “I am honored with the kind of love and response that Uri has received since its release. As a team, we would often discuss that if we were able to inspire even a single person to join the Defence Services after seeing the film, we would consider the purpose of making Uri served. I hope the movie continues to inspire young Indians to go ahead and dream big.” 

    The plot revolves around Major Vihaan Singh Shergill (Vicky Kaushal), a brave and determined officer. After a successful mission Vihaan wishes to retire from the army life; but soon finds himself torn between serving his ailing mother and his motherland. Govind Bharadwaj (Paresh Rawal), the National Security Advisor appoints Major Vihaan for the highly secretive operation planned under the guidance of the Prime Minister of India (Rajit Kapur). The movie is further divided into five chapters leading to the final one – the Surgical Strike. The film details the operation, showcasing the task force led by Major Vihaan, manoeuvre through the heart of the valley, into the PoK zone which is infiltrated by terrorist camps. One can feel a burgeoning sense of suspense and tension once the operation commences. From the dialogues, to the background music, each element of the film will strike a chord somewhere in you, that will fill your heart with patriotic sentiment and fervour.

  • Witness the flavour of patriotism this Independence Day, as Zee Cinema airs the World Television Premiere of Kesari on 15th August at 12 noon

    Witness the flavour of patriotism this Independence Day, as Zee Cinema airs the World Television Premiere of Kesari on 15th August at 12 noon

    MUMBAI: Based on a true historic event of the Battle of Saragarhi, Kesari is a legendary example of exemplary valour displayed by 21 Sikh soldiers. Directed by Anurag Singh, Kesari features superstar Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra in the lead roles. This Independence Day, Zee Cinema celebrates the jazba and valour of the 21 brave hearts who fought valiantly for their motherland by airing the World Television Premiere of Kesari on Thursday, 15th August 2019 at 12 noon.

    The Battle of Saragarhi, which was fought on 12th September 1897 in the Tirah region of North-West Frontier Province, is known to be the bravest battle ever fought, the world over! 21 soldiers of the 36th Sikh Regiment fought against a humungous fleet of 10,000 Afghani invaders. Led by Havildar Ishar Singh (essayed by Akshay Kumar), this atomic task force of 21 soldiers proved to be the strongest opposition the Afghans ever faced. The soldiers chose to stand up for what they believed in – never quit, never stop. Even though they lost the battle, their efforts helped them win the war.

    The martyrs set such an inspirational example of valour and commitment, with grit for honour, that it led the British Army to commemorate the entire unit with the Indian Order of Merit,  at that time the highest gallantry award which any Indian soldier could receive. In the present, September 12 (date of the battle) is observed as Saragarhi Day by the Indian Army, and also in Britain while two Gurudwaras in Amritsar and Ferozpur were built in the memory of the 21 martyred brave hearts. Till date, the Gurudwaras are visited by thousands of devotees every day. The Battle of Saragarhi can be referred to as ‘Heroism’ in its truest form.

    Director Anurag Singh said, “Kesari is very close to my heart. The whole team worked very hard for two years on every aspect of film. It is our heartfelt tribute to all the martyrs, to the unmatched valour of the Sikhs, to our ‘mitti’ and I hope the fans will be able to catch the World Television Premiere of Kesari on Zee Cinema.”

    The emotional war drama is Akshay Kumar’s biggest hit, which also went on to become the fourth highest Bollywood grosser of 2019 – with a remarkable collection of 154 crores in India alone. Dialogues like "Aaj meri paghdi bhi kesari … joh bahega mera woh lahu bhi kesari … aur mera jawab bhi kesari" fill your hearts with pride, and eyes with tears while the intense, visually stunning war sequences promise to be a complete visual treat for viewers. The film also has its humorous moments to instantly lighten up the mood. With Kesari, Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra team up for the very first time. Despite a small role portrayal by Parineeti, one is sure to love the fun banter between hers and Akshay’s character. The music of the film is heart-warmingly addictive. The romantic number, Ve Maahi voiced by Arijit Singh is the undisputed love song of the season while B Praak’s Teri Mitti invokes patriotism and pride in all the right ways.

    As an ode to our brave armed forces, Zee Cinema will turn kesari between 13th – 15th August. Considered as the colour of bravery, sacrifice and brotherhood, the channel’s logo and brand assets with change to the colour saffron, to commemorate the valour and bravado of Indian soldiers. Indicating selflessness and courage, the colour poses as a reminder to the people to unite, becoming one, therein setting the base of a stronger and more powerful future of our nation.

  • Zee Cinema to premiere the emotional thriller ‘Diya’ on Wednesday 7th August at 9pm

    Zee Cinema to premiere the emotional thriller ‘Diya’ on Wednesday 7th August at 9pm

    MUMBAI: Delving upon a less spoken about topic in films, A. L. Vijay’s second attempt at a horror film ‘Diya’ is an emotional thriller that features Naga Shourya, Sai Pallavi who makes her Tamil debut and Veronika Arora in lead roles. Depicting a story that will send shivers down the audience’s spine, Zee Cinema premieres Diya on Wednesday, 7th August at 9pm.

    The plot follows the lives of Thulasi (Sai Pallavi) and Krishna (Naga Shourya), two school students who are madly in love with each other. Years later, the couple ties the knot after they have completed their studies. Time goes by but a decision made in the past returns to haunt the couple. The untimely death of her mother and father-in-law gets Thulasi thinking and she decides to probe their deaths. She soon learns of an eerie connection and tries to warn her family, only to realize that her husband is the next target.

    Will Thulasi be able to solve the mystery and stop these deaths? Or will Krishna fall prey to the supernatural powers?

  • This Independence Day, be a part of the Zee Cinema’s #MainBhiKesari initiative

    This Independence Day, be a part of the Zee Cinema’s #MainBhiKesari initiative

    MUMBAI: While we are all set to celebrate our 73rd Independence Day, let’s not forget that the sole reason for us being able to celebrate this freedom is the sheer selflessness of our soldiers. The Indian armed forces battling it out on the borders are an epitome of bravery and sacrifice. One such instance of bravery was the Battle of Saragarhi, where 21 Sikh soldiers fought bravely against a mighty army of 10,000 Afghan invaders for their motherland and created history. This story is depicted in the movie Kesari, starring Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra. Kesariis all set for its World Television Premiere on Zee Cinema this 15th August at 12 noon.

    Paying an ode to every martyr, Zee Cinema urges citizens of India to come together and help the kin of martyrs through the #MainBhiKesari campaign. Starting 1st August, fans can extend their support by donating any amount on the Bharat Ke Veer or Freechargeapp and website and share a screenshot tagging Zee Cinema and using the hashtag#MainBhiKesari. For every donation made, the channel will contribute ₹500 towards Bharat Ke Veer. Launched in April 2017 by Akshay Kumar and the Ministry of Home Affairs, the'Bharat Ke Veer' initiative started with the purpose of enabling willing donors to help and contribute towards the families of soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty. 

    Akshay Kumar, who launched the Bharat Ke Veer app in 2017 said,“Kesari depicts the iconic battle of Saragarhi that was fought in 1897, which is a prime example of bravery and sacrifice. Post any war or battle, it’s the families of soldiers who suffer unimaginable loss. With Zee Cinema’s #MainBhiKesari initiative we can go one step further from merely empathizing with them to supporting their families, wives, children and parents. Our soldiers put their lives at risk at the border for our safety, it is our responsibility now to go all out and support them. So, I urge all the viewers to step up and make a contribution towards our Bharat Ke Veer.”   

    Ruchir Tiwari, Business Head, Zee Hindi Movies Clustersaid,“When Zee Cinema adopted Seene Mein Cinema as the brand philosophy, the aim was to ignite the ‘Jazba’ in every Indian and inspire them to go beyond the ordinary and achieve the unachievable. As industry pioneers, it is our constant effort to show movies that evoke an emotional connect and bring about a change in people’s lives. With the #MainBhiKesari campaign, we are taking a step towards fulfilling our motto. With this initiative, we hope that we can bring people together as one community and make a difference to the lives of the armed forces and their kin.” 

    Over the years it has been Zee Cinema’s endeavour to take up social causes and work towards creating awareness. The channel also premieres movies with a social message and aims at highlighting a significant cause. Last year, for the World Television Premiere of Padman, the channel ran a tweet for a cause social media campaign#Padathon, which aimed at raising awareness about menstrual hygiene and creating a platform to start conversations about the topic. For every tweet uploaded with the hashtag, the channel contributed Rs.10 towards an NGO that made affordable sanitary pads. #ZeeForAll was another successful initiative undertaken by the channel in 2017 for the Independence Day Special movie – Dangal.  With an audio description for the visually impaired and subtitles for the hearing impaired audience, the movie was made accessible to all.
     

  • Zee Cinema to air blockbuster entertainer Bindass Rani (Kolamaavu Kokila) on Tuesday, 23rd July

    Zee Cinema to air blockbuster entertainer Bindass Rani (Kolamaavu Kokila) on Tuesday, 23rd July

    MUMBAI: Nelson Dilipkumar’s ‘Bindass Rani’ is a dark comedy crime film revolving around the drugmafia. Starring superstar Nayanthara, as a shy yet street smart girlwho is forced into becoming a drug peddler for the sake of her family. Zee Cinema is set to premiere the riveting tale of Bindass Ranion Tuesday, 23rd July at 9pm.

    Kokila (Nayanthara) is the eldest daughter in the familyand the sole bread winner. After a traumatising incident with her current employer, she decides to walk out of her job. However, she soon learns of her mother’s (Saranya Ponvannan)life-threatening illnessand is compelled to hunt for another job immediately. The responsibility of anailing mother, a helpless father (RS Shivaji)and a college-going sister (Jacqueline) comes crashing on her shoulders. In search for a steady income and a dire need for money, Kokila stumbles upon an influential drug lord, which carves her pathway to becoming a drug dealer. She uses her demure nature to win people over and get the job done without losing her dignity. The film takes the viewers throughKokila’s transformation from being timidto tackling deadly criminals and cops with her sharp moves.
     

  • Zee Action to air the blockbuster action drama Jung on 20th July at 8PM

    Zee Action to air the blockbuster action drama Jung on 20th July at 8PM

    MUMBAI: Zee Action – India’s One Stop Destination for Action Movies is all set to air the 1996 action blockbuster Jung on Saturday, 20th July at 8 PM, under its property Shanivaar Fight Club. Directed by legendary filmmaker T. Rama Rao, the action-packed drama stars Mithun Chakraborty, Ajay Devgn and Rambhaa in the lead, along with Aditya Pancholi in a double role. The movie also stars veteran actors Sadashiv Amrapurkar, Tinnu Anand and Sujata Mehta in pivotal roles. The action-packed thriller that chronicles the war between law and justice, promises to keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

    Jung revolves around two brothers ACP Arjun Saxena (Mithun Chakraborty) and defence lawyer Ajay Saxena (Ajay Devgn) who are at war with each other over a possibly innocent convict Ram (Aditya Pancholi). Ajay, a brilliant attorney has mastered the art of deceiving the opponent, due to existing loopholes in the law system. This does not go down well with Ajay’s elder brother Arjun and is the fundamental cause of the crack in their relationship.

    While Ajay believes his client Ram is innocent, the law-abiding Arjun believes otherwise and stands as a strong opposition to Ajay. The story heads towards an unexpected twist with the entry of Ram’s evil twin Billa. Meanwhile, Arjun's honesty has found him contending with a powerful new enemy, Chakradhari Choudhry (Sadashiv Amrapurkar), and the relationship of the two brothers only worsens as Ajay falls in love with Chakradhari's daughter Madhu (Rambhaa).

    Will Ajay succeed in proving Ram’s innocence? Or will the two brothers grow apart?