Tag: Anees Bazmee

  • Aditya Rikhari’s ‘Jaana Samjho Na’ joins Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 tracklist

    Aditya Rikhari’s ‘Jaana Samjho Na’ joins Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 tracklist

    Mumbai: In a significant development for music and film enthusiasts, Aditya Rikhari’s track ‘Jaana Samjho Na’ has been reimagined for the upcoming Bollywood blockbuster Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Starring Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, and Tripti Dimri, this project marks Aditya’s debut in Bollywood.

    With its touching lyrics and melody, ‘Jaana Samjho Na’ has already gained attention as part of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 tracklist. The song received praise at the recent album launch, with lead actress Tripti Dimri calling it her favorite. Kartik Aaryan also expressed his admiration for Aditya’s voice, noting that his personal love for the track led to its inclusion in the film.

    Directed by Anees Bazmee, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is the latest installment in the popular horror-comedy franchise. Aditya’s track is expected to enhance the film’s musical appeal and storytelling.

    Aditya stated: “Being part of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is beyond anything I imagined when I started writing music. ‘Jaana Samjho Na’ is close to my heart, and having it featured in such a major film feels surreal. This is my first Bollywood break, and to do it alongside such iconic actors is a significant milestone for me.”

    This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Aditya Rikhari’s career, showcasing his talent for creating music that resonates across different platforms. As he enters Bollywood, Aditya is set to leave a lasting impact, and fans eagerly anticipate his future work.

  • Jio Studios & producer Mahaveer Jain launch Newcomers to encourage new talent

    Jio Studios & producer Mahaveer Jain launch Newcomers to encourage new talent

    Mumbai: At Ficci Frames Fast Track 2022, Jio Studios along with producer Mahaveer Jain, launched an initiative, Newcomers.

    A consortium of 23 leading Indian filmmakers like Rajkumar Hirani, Rohit Shetty, Sukumar, Ashutosh Gowariker, Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Gauri Shinde and R. Balki, Aanand L Rai, Anees Bazmee, A.R.Murugadoss, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitish Tiwari, Ram Madhvani, Ali Abbas Zafar, Siddharth Anand, Raj & DK, Abhishek Sharma, Mrighdeep Singh Lamba, Amit Sharma, Jagan Shakti, Vishnuvardhan has been formed. They will mentor and launch new talent.

    On Twitter Jio Studios said, “A special announcement today at @FICCIFRAMES 22!

    23 Leading Filmmakers of the Country have come together to Mentor & Launch New Talent under a unique initiative called #Newcomers.”

     

     

    “It’s our humble attempt to give back to the industry, by providing a platform to new actors, writers, directors, music talent and a wide range of technicians in this landscape. Together, we will work to build our tomorrow,” said Mahaveer. He conceived this idea along with Ficci media and entertainment committee chairperson & Viacom 18 CEO Jyoti Deshpande.

  • SPN to replicate Anil & Arjun Kapoor’s real life relationship in ‘Mubarakan’

    SPN to replicate Anil & Arjun Kapoor’s real life relationship in ‘Mubarakan’

    MUMBAI: Sony Pictures Networks Productions (SPNP), a division of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), has announced their next film titled Mubarakan. In a casting coup of sorts, SPNP has roped in the real life chacha- bhatija Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor for this film. The duo will replicate the same camaraderie that they share in real life on screen too.

    The film also stars Ileana D’Cruz, Athiya Shetty, Amrita Singh amongst others.

    Mubarakan is a laugh riot with confusions galore, laughter, love, egos and emotions.

    “We are very excited to embark on our journey for Mubarakan. From drama to horror to slice of life cinema and now comedy, we aim to present content that engages, evokes and entertains our audiences. I am certain that Mubarakan will be one of the most anticipated movies of 2017 and we look forward to receiving the same overwhelming support like we have in our previous movies”, said SPNP Dy president and head Sneha Rajani.

    This family comedy will be directed by Anees Bazmee and is produced by SPNP and Ashwin Varde and Murad Khetani’s Cine1 Studios. The film has been written by Balli Januja and Rupinder Chahal and is all set to go on the floors by November 2016. It is slated for a 28 July 2017 release.

    Bazmee said, “Mubarakan is one of the best scripts I’ve come across in recent times. That’s what attracted me to it primarily. The highlight of the film will be Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor coming together for the first time on screen. The madness of the script along with the fantastic ensemble cast, we are all set to create something that will be unparalleled.”

    Bazmee has to its credit an array of movies directed by him like last film Welcome Back, Ready, etc.

  • SPN to replicate Anil & Arjun Kapoor’s real life relationship in ‘Mubarakan’

    SPN to replicate Anil & Arjun Kapoor’s real life relationship in ‘Mubarakan’

    MUMBAI: Sony Pictures Networks Productions (SPNP), a division of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN), has announced their next film titled Mubarakan. In a casting coup of sorts, SPNP has roped in the real life chacha- bhatija Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor for this film. The duo will replicate the same camaraderie that they share in real life on screen too.

    The film also stars Ileana D’Cruz, Athiya Shetty, Amrita Singh amongst others.

    Mubarakan is a laugh riot with confusions galore, laughter, love, egos and emotions.

    “We are very excited to embark on our journey for Mubarakan. From drama to horror to slice of life cinema and now comedy, we aim to present content that engages, evokes and entertains our audiences. I am certain that Mubarakan will be one of the most anticipated movies of 2017 and we look forward to receiving the same overwhelming support like we have in our previous movies”, said SPNP Dy president and head Sneha Rajani.

    This family comedy will be directed by Anees Bazmee and is produced by SPNP and Ashwin Varde and Murad Khetani’s Cine1 Studios. The film has been written by Balli Januja and Rupinder Chahal and is all set to go on the floors by November 2016. It is slated for a 28 July 2017 release.

    Bazmee said, “Mubarakan is one of the best scripts I’ve come across in recent times. That’s what attracted me to it primarily. The highlight of the film will be Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor coming together for the first time on screen. The madness of the script along with the fantastic ensemble cast, we are all set to create something that will be unparalleled.”

    Bazmee has to its credit an array of movies directed by him like last film Welcome Back, Ready, etc.

  • Zee Cinema to air world TV premiere of ‘Welcome Back’ on 28 May

    Zee Cinema to air world TV premiere of ‘Welcome Back’ on 28 May

    MUMBAI: Zee Cinema, the world’s biggest theatre for Hindi movies, is all set for the World television premiere of Welcome Back on 28 May at 8 pm. The channel intends to take its viewers on a crazy, fun filled laughter riot with this premiere. The sequel to the Anees Bazmee directed blockbuster Welcome the ensemble star cast includes Anil Kapoor, Nana Patekar, John Abraham, Shruti Haasan, Paresh Rawal, Dimple Kapadia and Naseeruddin Shah. An interesting fact is that ‘Welcome Back’ is the first Bollywood Film to be shot inside the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi amongst other exotic locations.

    Zee Cinema, with its promise of Movies.Masti.Magic, brings to its viewers exciting contests and experiences as a part of the promotional plan for the premiere. Mumbaikars will get a chance to spot a sleek ‘Welcome Back’ limousine cruising in and around Matunga, Dadar, Bandra, Worli, Mahim and other parts of South Mumbai on 26 and 27 May. Viewers will get a once in a lifetime chance to take a ride in the plush limousine in Mumbai. Also, the contest #BhaiInMumbai will take place on 26th and 27th May and give viewers an opportunity to click a selfie with the cutouts of Uday Bhai (Nana Patekar), Majnu Bhai (Anil Kapoor) and other lead stars placed at key locations in the city. They can tag the social media handles of the channel (Facebook: @zeecinema | Twitter: @zeecinema) and the best photographs/participants will win a couple ride in the magnificent limousine on 28 May.

    Zee Cinema is setting new benchmarks in customer engagement on social media as well with innovation. The channel has launched India’s first Automated Facebook Messenger Bot that allows the audience to chat with the quirky and fun Uday Bhai (Nana Patekar) and Majnu Bhai (Anil Kapoor). The Bot uses ‘Natural Language Processing’ which understands what specific information the user is asking based on Algorithms & Machine Learning. Facebook recently launched this facility at the recent F8 developer conference and Zee Cinema is the first brand in India to adopt it for user engagement. Zee Cinema has also adopted a 360 degree marketing approach including TV, Radio, Print and Outdoor Media amongst other mediums to entertain viewers across all platforms to build the premiere on the channel.

    Shot at various extravagant locations of Dubai, the movie revolves around Uday Shetty (Nana Patekar) and Majnu (Anil Kapoor) who have quit the underworld and become ethical businessmen. It is revealed that Shankar Shetty (Uday’s father also enacted by Nana Patekar) has a second daughter Ranjana (Shruti Haasan) and her marriage is Uday’s responsibility. The twist in the story comes when Ranjana and a hot hunk – Ajay aka Ajju (John Abraham), a well-known street smart criminal falls in love. Having left the crime world, Uday and Majnu try every trick in the book to separate the young couple, but in vain. That is when they decide to take help of the most powerful don Wanted Bhai (Naseeruddin Shah).

    The various twists and turns will take the viewers on a ride filled with laughter and lots of entertainment.

  • Zee Cinema to air world TV premiere of ‘Welcome Back’ on 28 May

    Zee Cinema to air world TV premiere of ‘Welcome Back’ on 28 May

    MUMBAI: Zee Cinema, the world’s biggest theatre for Hindi movies, is all set for the World television premiere of Welcome Back on 28 May at 8 pm. The channel intends to take its viewers on a crazy, fun filled laughter riot with this premiere. The sequel to the Anees Bazmee directed blockbuster Welcome the ensemble star cast includes Anil Kapoor, Nana Patekar, John Abraham, Shruti Haasan, Paresh Rawal, Dimple Kapadia and Naseeruddin Shah. An interesting fact is that ‘Welcome Back’ is the first Bollywood Film to be shot inside the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi amongst other exotic locations.

    Zee Cinema, with its promise of Movies.Masti.Magic, brings to its viewers exciting contests and experiences as a part of the promotional plan for the premiere. Mumbaikars will get a chance to spot a sleek ‘Welcome Back’ limousine cruising in and around Matunga, Dadar, Bandra, Worli, Mahim and other parts of South Mumbai on 26 and 27 May. Viewers will get a once in a lifetime chance to take a ride in the plush limousine in Mumbai. Also, the contest #BhaiInMumbai will take place on 26th and 27th May and give viewers an opportunity to click a selfie with the cutouts of Uday Bhai (Nana Patekar), Majnu Bhai (Anil Kapoor) and other lead stars placed at key locations in the city. They can tag the social media handles of the channel (Facebook: @zeecinema | Twitter: @zeecinema) and the best photographs/participants will win a couple ride in the magnificent limousine on 28 May.

    Zee Cinema is setting new benchmarks in customer engagement on social media as well with innovation. The channel has launched India’s first Automated Facebook Messenger Bot that allows the audience to chat with the quirky and fun Uday Bhai (Nana Patekar) and Majnu Bhai (Anil Kapoor). The Bot uses ‘Natural Language Processing’ which understands what specific information the user is asking based on Algorithms & Machine Learning. Facebook recently launched this facility at the recent F8 developer conference and Zee Cinema is the first brand in India to adopt it for user engagement. Zee Cinema has also adopted a 360 degree marketing approach including TV, Radio, Print and Outdoor Media amongst other mediums to entertain viewers across all platforms to build the premiere on the channel.

    Shot at various extravagant locations of Dubai, the movie revolves around Uday Shetty (Nana Patekar) and Majnu (Anil Kapoor) who have quit the underworld and become ethical businessmen. It is revealed that Shankar Shetty (Uday’s father also enacted by Nana Patekar) has a second daughter Ranjana (Shruti Haasan) and her marriage is Uday’s responsibility. The twist in the story comes when Ranjana and a hot hunk – Ajay aka Ajju (John Abraham), a well-known street smart criminal falls in love. Having left the crime world, Uday and Majnu try every trick in the book to separate the young couple, but in vain. That is when they decide to take help of the most powerful don Wanted Bhai (Naseeruddin Shah).

    The various twists and turns will take the viewers on a ride filled with laughter and lots of entertainment.

  • Producer Gaurang Doshi signs Anees Bazmee & Abbas Mustan for two films

    Producer Gaurang Doshi signs Anees Bazmee & Abbas Mustan for two films

    MUMBAI: Producer Gaurang Doshi, who has previously produced films like the Amitabh Bachchan starrerAankhen (2002) and Deewaar: Let’s Bring Our Heroes Home (2004), has now signed directors Anees Bazmee and Abbas-Mustan for his upcoming projects.

     

    While Bazmee will be helming  a slick, big-budget, heist caper, Abbas-Mustan’s project is being touted as a never-seen-before adventure action romance with elements of spook.

     

    Doshi said, “I always wanted to work with these directors and there couldn’t be a better genre, better cast and better scripts for these projects!”

     

    However, Doshi is tight-lipped about the cast of the films. “What’s the fun in knowing everything all at once? The big announcement shall happens soon,” he signs off.