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  • The Big Cinema Expo ends on a good note

    The Big Cinema Expo ends on a good note

    MUMBAI: The Big Cine Expo, the trade show for the cinema industry, held in Mumbai from 30 September  to 1 October, turned out to be a smashing affair.  

    The grand inauguration saw the presence of industry leaders, including Maddock Films founder Dinesh Vijan, PVR-Inox co-CEO Alok Tandon, Big Cine Expo director Raghavendra T. (Raghav), and Galalite Screens founder Yusuf A. Galabhaiwala.

    The two-day event provided a platform for local and international stakeholders to network, exchange insights, and showcase the latest innovations in cinema technology, products, and services aimed at transforming the entertainment landscape.

    One of the major highlights of the expo was the exclusive screening of never-before-seen footage from Atlee’s much-anticipated upcoming film, Baby John. The film features an an all-star cast including Varun Dhawan, Jackie Shroff, Keerthy Suresh, and Wamiqa Gabbi.

    Another key highlight was the Imax Big Cine Awards 2024, which celebrated outstanding achievements in the cinema exhibition industry. The awards recognised leaders and innovators across several categories. PVR Inox was honored as India’s top multiplex chain, while  Mukunda from Bengaluru won best single screen theater of the year. MovieMax Cinema was awarded the title of fastest growing cinema chain, and the most talented cinema entrepreneur Award went to  Akkshay Rathie, acknowledging his contributions to the industry. Ramesh Sippy was recognised with a special achievement award. 

    A panel discussion titled Driving Innovation in the Cinema F&B Experience brought together industry leaders to explore innovative pricing models in cinema food and beverage offerings aimed at attracting and retaining customers. The discussion focused on how cinemas can strike the right balance between creative pricing strategies and enhanced customer satisfaction, ultimately driving increased revenue and improving the overall cinematic experience. 

    Mukta A2 Cinemas, founded by director Subhash Ghai, announced a Rs 99 cap on all food and beverage prices to make movie outing costs more affordable for Indians. The move aims to remove one of the most common deterrents for moviegoers.

    “Big Cine Expo is the world’s largest trade show dedicated to multiplexes, single-screen theaters, malls, and theatrical distribution in Asia, showcasing ground-breaking innovations. In the post-pandemic era, the cinema industry has the opportunity to reinvent itself. This year’s event emphasizes innovative productions that cater to the evolving needs of audiences, fuelled by technological advancements,” said Big Cine Expo’s Raghavendra T (Raghav).

    “Big Cine Expo’s seventh edition successfully united the cinema exhibition industry, offering an excellent platform for networking and collaboration. It stands as a testament to strength and innovation, and at PVR Inox, we are proud to be part of this journey. Congratulations to the team for organizing another outstanding event and for their commitment to our industry’s growth,” said PVR Inox managing director Ajay Bijli.

  • Celebrate independence week with SRK’s ‘Jawan’ on &pictures

    Celebrate independence week with SRK’s ‘Jawan’ on &pictures

    Mumbai: As the nation prepares to celebrate Independence Day, &pictures will air the hit film Jawan on Saturday, 17 August at 8 pm. The film carries a strong message of patriotism and social justice.

    Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan delivers emotion, relatability, and drama, showcasing his character’s relentless fight for justice and national integrity. The film marks director Atlee’s Hindi debut and features a talented cast, including Deepika Padukone, Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara, Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, and Sunil Grover.

    Jawan is a film centered on national pride and the spirit of justice. Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of a father and son fighting societal wrongs highlights the film’s patriotic themes, resonating with the essence of the independence struggle and the ongoing pursuit of a just society.

  • Varun Dhawan starrer Baby John is set to release on 31 May 2024!

    Varun Dhawan starrer Baby John is set to release on 31 May 2024!

    Mumbai: Atlee, Jio Studios, A for Apple Studios & Cine1 Studios introduce Varun Dhawan in and as Baby John and the title announcement will leave you intrigued, wanting to know more about this action entertainer.

    The palpable excitement for Varun Dhawan starrer #VD18 is about to reach its next level as Jio Studios, A for Apple Studios and Cine1 Studios, announce the title, first glimpse and the big release date of the film. The thrilling title announcement reveals an intriguing peek into the film, now titled ‘Baby John’ directed by A. Kaleeswaran, which is all set to release worldwide on 31st May 2024, which is sure to pique curiosity among audiences. A collaboration between some of the most creative forces in the Indian film industry, ‘Baby John’ promises audiences an extravagant cinematic experience. The action entertainer is set to captivate cine-goers with its gripping storyline, powerful performances, and high-octane action sequences.

     

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     

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    The film marks the Hindi film debut of Keerthy Suresh and also features Wamiqa Gabbi, who is making her silver screen debut. The electrifying starcast also includes Jacky Shroff and Rajpal Yadav in the action entertainer. ‘Baby John’ is an S Thaman musical. Jio Studios Presents, ‘Baby John’ in association with Atlee and Cine1 Studios. A for Apple Studios and Cine1 Studios Production, the film is produced by Murad Khetani, Priya Atlee and Jyoti Deshpande. Directed by A.Kaleeswaran, ‘Baby John’ is set to theatrically release on 31 May 2024. 

  • IMDb unveils 2023’s top Indian films and web series

    IMDb unveils 2023’s top Indian films and web series

    Mumbai: IMDb (www.imdb.com), the world’s most popular and authoritative source for information on movies, TV shows, and celebrities, announced the 10 Indian movies released theatrically, the 10 movies that premiered on streaming services, and the 10 web series that were the most popular with IMDb users worldwide in 2023. IMDb year-end lists are based on the actual page views of the more than 200 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide, who rely on IMDb to discover and decide what to watch.

    Atlee, director of Jawan, the number one ranking theatrical release of 2023, said, “Jawan is a captivating, emotional, action-entertainer that intricately portrays the profound emotional odyssey of a man who is determined to rectify societal injustices. This film holds a significant place in our hearts. Its reception and love from the audience worldwide is overwhelming. Throughout my formative years, my knowledge and appreciation of world cinema has been greatly enriched by IMDb. Being honored by IMDb is truly a dream come true for me. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Shah Rukh Khan sir, Red Chillies Entertainment, my wife, my team, and the esteemed audience for their invaluable contributions in making this achievement possible. My heartfelt appreciation goes out to each and every one of you.”

    Karan Johar, director of  Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, the number three ranking theatrical release of the year, shared, “The team and I are overwhelmed with the love and warmth we have received for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. To be on the top 10 list of IMDb is a massive validation of the film’s reception. I am grateful and even more energized as a filmmaker.”

    “How absolutely thrilling to see both the series we released this year being loved so much,” said Farzi and Guns & Gulaabs (ranked the number one and number two web series of 2023) directors Raj & DK. “Both are such distinctly different worlds that we created for Prime Video and for Netflix. It’s quite something to have a win for both popular streaming services. Thank you, IMDb, for being consistently there for all the film lovers.”

    IMDb Top 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (Theatrical)

    1    Jawan

    2    Pathaan

    3    Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

    4    Leo

    5    OMG 2

    6    Jailer

    7    Gadar 2

    9    The Kerala Story

    9    Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar

    10    Bholaa

    *Of all the movies first released theatrically in India between January 1 and November 6, 2023, that have an average IMDb user rating of 5 or higher, these 10 titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb users, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 200 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide.

    IMDb top 10 most popular Indian movies of 2023 (streaming)

    1    Lust Stories 2

    2    Jaane Jaan

    3    Mission Majnu

    4    Bawaal

    5    Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga

    6    Bloody Daddy

    7    Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai

    8    Gaslight

    9    Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery

    10    Mrs Undercover

    *Of all the movies first released direct-to-streaming in India between January 1 and November 6, 2023, that have an average IMDb user rating of 5 or higher, these 10 titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb users, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 200 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide.

    IMDb top 10 most popular Indian web series of 2023

    1    Farzi

    2    Guns & Gulaabs

    3    The Night Manager

    4    Kohrra

    5    Asur 2

    6    Rana Naidu

    7    Dahaad

    8    Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo

    9    Scoop

    10    Jubilee

    *Of all the web series released in India between January 1 and November 6, 2023, that have an average IMDb user rating of 5 or higher, these 10 titles were consistently the most popular with IMDb users, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 200 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide.

    Additional information about this year’s lists:

    ●    Shah Rukh Khan returned to the big screen as a leading man after a four-year hiatus with Jawan and Pathaan, which are ranked No. 1 and No. 2 on the Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (Theatrical) list. Khan also holds the top spot on the IMDb Most Popular Indian Stars of 2023 list. In 2023, he ranked No. 1 seven times on the weekly IMDb Popular Indian Celebrities feature, available exclusively on the IMDb app.

    ●    Action is the most popular genre on the 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (Theatrical) list, capturing six of the 10 spots, followed by two romances and two dramas.

    ●    On the Most Popular Indian Web Series list, crime is the most popular genre, with nine series from this genre charting on this top 10 list.

    ●    The Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (Streaming) list has representation from five subscription-based services, with five titles from Netflix, two from Zee5, and one each from Prime Video, JioCinema, and Disney+ Hotstar. The Most Popular Indian Web Series of 2023 list, on the other hand, has four titles from Netflix, three from Prime Video, two from Disney+ Hotstar, and one from JioCinema.

    ●    All of the stars who charted on the recently announced IMDb Top 10 Most Popular Indian Stars of 2023 list also have at least one of the titles they appeared in ranking on IMDb’s year-end top titles lists. View the full list here.

    ●    Bhuvan Arora and Angira Dhar, who were recipients of the IMDb “Breakout Star” STARmeter Award in 2023, appear in titles on the Most Popular Indian Web Series of 2023 list, with Farzi at No. 1 and Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo at No. 8.

    To learn more about the IMDb most popular Indian movies of 2023 (theatrical), watch this video and view the full list here.

    To learn more about the IMDb Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (streaming), watch this video and view the full list here.

    To learn more about the IMDb Most Popular Indian Web Series of 2023, watch this video and view the full list here. 

    IMDb customers can add any title to their IMDb Watchlist at https://www.imdb.com/watchlist. To help fans keep track of what they want to watch, the IMDb Watchlist feature enables customers to easily create a personalized list of the movies and web series they want to watch. Fans can add this year’s top Indian titles, as well as millions of other popular movies and web series, to their personal Watchlist. They can also sort their Watchlist by IMDb rating, popularity, and more. IMDb also offers Preferred Services, a feature that helps customers identify which movies and web series may be available for viewing at no additional cost, based on the streaming services they subscribe to.

  • Bisleri Bolsters limited edition packs nationwide with ‘Jawan’ film partnership

    Bisleri Bolsters limited edition packs nationwide with ‘Jawan’ film partnership

    Mumbai: After the major success of the limited-edition partnerships with blockbuster movies in South India, Bisleri has now forged its first and largest-ever Pan-India association with the much-awaited film of the year, ‘Jawan.’ The Bisleri’s X Jawan limited edition bottles will feature actors from all over India, including Shah Rukh Khan, Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara. These limited-edition bottles will be available across the country in 250ml, 500ml, one Litre, two litres, and five litres SKUs.

    Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. head of marketing Tushar Malhotra said, “Movies are an integral fabric of India’s culture and Bisleri’s largest-ever Pan-India association with ‘Jawan’ brings the larger-than-life cinematic canvas to our consumers’ doorstep, creating brand love.”

    The Bisleri X Jawan limited-edition packs will be distributed nationwide in all general and modern trade outlets, which will see marketing activation of more than 70,000 retail outlets. It will also be available online through the Bisleri @Doorstep App.

    ‘Jawan’ is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film will be released worldwide in theatres on 7 September 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

     

  • GM Modular unveils stunning wall art to celebrate its association with ‘Jawan’

    GM Modular unveils stunning wall art to celebrate its association with ‘Jawan’

    Mumbai: Shah Rukh Khan fans and moviegoers witnessed a unique collaboration between art and cinema, this week. In front of Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic ‘Mannat’, GM revealed an enchanting wall art installation of his forthcoming movie Jawan.

    The excitement surrounding Shah Rukh Khan’s latest film, “Jawan,” is reaching new heights. From the captivating preview to the mesmerising soundtrack, audiences are being treated to a multitude of emotions. The impressive wall art, crafted in collaboration with talented artist Kanak Nanda, captures the essence of “Jawan” through intricate designs, vibrant colors and dynamic visuals & the mural is set to become a visual landmark, capturing the attention of passersby and movie enthusiasts alike.

    “I am thankful and thrilled to present this magnificent wall art as a tribute to the spirit of ‘Jawan’ and GM’s association with the film. It reflects our dedication to pushing boundaries and embracing creativity, just like the movie. This wall art symbolizes progress, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence,” said the artist Kanak Nanda.

    The GM CEO Jayanth Jain, expressed his enthusiasm for this remarkable collaboration, stating, “The partnership between GM and ‘Jawan’ marks a pivotal milestone in our journey to connect with diverse audiences on a grand scale. This collaboration exemplifies the power of art and cinema in transcending boundaries. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to create an immersive experience for fans while also reaching a mass audience through this momentous venture.”

    GM was founded in 2002 and has since become one of the leading home electrical companies in India. The partnership between GM Modular and “Jawan” goes beyond traditional sponsorship. It represents the shared values of innovation, dynamism, and a forward-thinking approach. Through this collaboration, GM Modular reaffirms its commitment to empowering individuals and spaces with cutting-edge electrical solutions that enhance everyday living.

    Jawan is one of the most anticipated and ambitious films, produced at a never-seen-before scale for an Indian film. It is backed by an exceptional cast, including some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry from all parts of India, along with Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles and Deepika Padukone in a special appearance. This broadens its appeal to audiences across all Indian languages, making it a true PAN India film.

    Jawan is a Red Chillies Entertainment presentation, directed by Atlee, produced by Gauri Khan, and co-produced by Gaurav Verma. The film will be released worldwide in theaters on 7 September 2023, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages.

     

  • Fox Star Studios & A.R. Murugadoss score a hattrick in Tamil cinema with Raja Rani

    Fox Star Studios & A.R. Murugadoss score a hattrick in Tamil cinema with Raja Rani

    Fox Star Studios and A R Murugadoss’ latest venture, Atlee’s Raja Rani starring Arya and Nayanthara, has clocked a domestic weekend of 12.2 crore according to the production house, making it the fourth biggest opening of the year for a Tamil film and the biggest weekend ever for actor Arya. The film has also set the overseas box office ablaze and has amassed a whopping $800,000 over the weekend. Infact, the film has become India’s third highest weekend grosser in Malaysia.

    Raja Rani’s success also marks a hat trick for Fox Star Studios and A R Murugadoss’s partnership that started in 2011 with breakaway hit Engaeyum Eppothum. While the film has found tremendous critical and popular acclaim for its content, what sets it apart from any other previous Tamil films in recent times is the sheer innovation of the marketing campaign.  

    Talking about Raja Rani’s success, debutant director Atlee says, “I am absolutely thrilled and really thankful to the audiences and the critics for such a warm reception to the film. I am also humbled by the response to the film from the family audiences for whom I had primarily conceived this film; I believe after a long time, even during the early morning shows, family audiences are thronging the theatres.”

    A.R. Murugadoss, who partnered with Fox Star Studios to produce this venture, adds, “My production partnership with Fox Star Studios has been excellent. The company has a global presence which has helped to exploit the films very well. Fox and I had decided right at the start that we want to produce good movies with good messages and Atlee’s script had all those qualities. I am happy the audiences are loving it.”  

    Fox Star Studios CEO Vijay Singh concludes, “It’s been a fantastic record-breaking run for Raja Rani! Along with A.R. Murugadoss, we had decided we would back good scripts and new talents in Tamil rather than rushing into multiple acquisitions and releases. Today, I am happy to say that our strategy has paid off handsomely. In marketing, we were keen to bring our learnings from Hollywood & Bollywood and apply them in the Tamil market. Kudos to the Fox marketing team and Atlee for coming up with innovative ideas like the marriage invitation invite and the first-time ever roadblock of the trailer which created a buzz for the film beyond its starcast. But all the marketing efforts are no use without good content. And director Atlee has crafted a film which is hard to believe is a debut film. We look forward to working with him on his next film too! We have had a dream run so far in Tamil cinema ever since we made our debut in 2011 and as we move ahead, we are looking at an exciting slate of breakthrough cinema with CV Kumar in 2014!”

    Fox Star Studios’ next venture will be Tigmanshu Dhulia’s Bullett Raja, it will be released on 29 November.

  • Fox Star Studios and A R Murugadoss Raja Rani to release worldwide on 27 Sept

    Fox Star Studios and A R Murugadoss Raja Rani to release worldwide on 27 Sept

    Production and distribution giant Fox Star Studios and film maker and producer A R Murugadoss’ third Tamil venture, Raja Rani will have a worldwide release on 27 September. Produced in association with The Next Big Film Venture and directed by Atlee, the film toplines a stellar ensemble cast led by Arya, Nayanthara and featuring Jai , Nazriya, Santhanam, Sathyan and Sathyaraj making it one of the most awaited films of the year.

     

     The film’s music set by G V Prakash is already a rage and has contributed tremendously in creating a massive buzz about the film – across all age groups.  With the censor giving it a U Certificate, the film is set to capture the space of the biggest family entertainer of the year.

     

    A R Murugadoss who along with Fox Star Studios, has given two break away hits, Engaeyum Eppothum and Vathikuchi, in 2011 and 2013, is looking forward to sharing the film with the cinema lovers. He says, “I have full faith Raja Rani will get a thumbs up from the audiences. I was overwhelmed and laughed and cried in parts through the film. I am really proud of Atlee for directing such a heartwarming film and the actors for coming out with such terrific performances.”

     

    Fox Star Studios CEO Vijay Singh adds, “Raja Rani is our third film with A R Murugadoss. While we are taking our relationship with him to Hindi cinema as well, I can vouch that with Raja Rani we have created a film that will entertain everyone. It has one of the best musical scores coming out of the Tamil industry in recent times and I am confident that audiences will endorse Raja Rani’s love story whole heartedly!”

     

    The film is set to have one of the widest releases for a Tamil film in Tamil Nadu and rest of India and world through the distribution might of Fox Star Studios.