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  • HISTORY TV18 to premiere documentary ‘The Death of Bruce Lee’

    HISTORY TV18 to premiere documentary ‘The Death of Bruce Lee’

    Mumbai: On the 49th Death Anniversary of martial arts superstar and director Bruce Lee, HistoryTV18 announced the premiere of documentary “The Death of Bruce Lee.” Watch an in-depth investigation, hosted and narrated by Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award winner Laurence Fishburne, that unfolded the mysterious circumstances of his death in Hong Kong at the age of 32, on Wednesday, 20 July at 9 p.m.

    “Enter the Dragon” was the first time a Chinese American male actor was in a starring role in a Hollywood movie. In 1973, a month before the release of this iconic blockbuster that catapulted Lee to global stardom,

    That evening, he complained of a headache, took a painkiller, went for a nap, and never woke up. A myriad of rumours and conspiracy theories surrounded his sudden demise, shocking and capturing the attention of the world. Bruce’s brother, Robert Lee, remained unsatisfied with the official cause of death – a fatal reaction to aspirin. But could something as ordinary as this widely used drug send an extraordinary person to his deathbed?

    In an attempt to find the truth and lay bare what or who dealt the final blow to a man known for his exceptional strength, speed and skill, the show investigates every possible angle to get to the bottom of the truth. From renowned rooftop fights and challenges posed on his movie sets, to feuds with alleged Triad mobsters who ran Hong Kong’s shadowy underworld, the documentary uncovers the surprising life of the man, the myth, the legend – Bruce Lee.

    If foul play was involved, what was the motive, and who might want to hurt him? The documentary reconstructs the events of that fatal night and searches for a possible explanation by scrutinising previously unseen documents like his autopsy reports, toxicology report and statements from witnesses. There are also interviews with police officers, medical experts, those in the inner circles of show business and the mafia.

    Was Bruce Lee’s untimely death a tragic accident, conspired murder or culmination of a life spent flirting with danger? Is fact stranger than fiction? Discover the answer in an investigative special narrated by Fishburne.

    TV18 president – content & communication, A+E Networks Arun Thapar commented, “At HISTORY TV18, we strive to bring OUR viewers the very best of international content. With this two-hour special, we offer a riveting investigative special that aims to unravel an enduring mystery. Shows like this are in line with our brand promise of delivering gripping, high quality features with A-list talent to a discerning and upscale urban audience.”

  • Asianet to premiere four blockbuster films in April

    Asianet to premiere four blockbuster films in April

    Mumbai: Kerala’s entertainment network Asianet is all set to premiere four blockbuster films in April including “Minnal Murali,” “Marakkar – Lion of the Arabian Sea,” “Keshu Ee Veedinte Nadhan” and “Pushpa: The Rise.”

    As a part of this programming lineup, “Minnal Murali” will be telecasted on 10 April starting at 5.30 p.m. “Marakkar- Lion of the Arabian Sea” will be the next on 15 April starting at 2 p.m, followed by “Keshu Ee Veedinte Nadhan” on 17 April starting at 4.30 p.m. The channel is yet to announce the premiere date for “Pushpa: The Rise.”

    Last year, Asianet presented blockbuster films such as “Drishyam 2,” “Nayattu,” “Joji,” and “The Great Indian Kitchen.” According to a statement, the channel has more than 1500 titles in its content library.

    “We are focused on delivering high-quality entertainment to viewers and the addition of these blockbuster titles reiterates our commitment to delivering non-stop entertainment that resonates with them.  We are humbled by the response received from the Malayalam-speaking viewers to our content, and we will continue to strengthen Asianet’s library comprising of contemporary and quality films,” said an Asianet spokesperson.

    Screened at the Mumbai Film Festival last year, “Minnal Murali,” the first Malayalam superhero film received an astounding response from audiences. Penned down by Arun Anirudhan and Justin Mathew, the story revolves around the life of Jaison portrayed by Tovino Thomas, a young tailor who gains superpowers after being struck by lightning and transforms into a superhero. As he realises his superpowers, he starts to help people around him.

    One of the most anticipated Malayalam movies, “Marakkar – Lion of the Arabian Sea” is a biopic on Kunjali Marakkar the fourth, who is considered one of the greatest naval chiefs of India. The movie is credited to be the most expensive film ever made in Malayalam cinema and bagged the Best Feature Film, Best Special Effects, and Best Costume awards at the 67th National Film Awards in October 2021.

    Starring renowned artist Dileep, “Keshu Ee Veedinte Nadhan” is a humorous and feel-good family drama. Keshu, a 60-year-old driving tutor along with his family visits Rameswaram for his father’s funeral rites. Something unforeseen happens during the journey, which changes his life.

    The biggest grosser of 2021, “Pushpa: The Rise” bagged the ‘Film of the Year’ accolade at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2022.  Directed by Sukumar, the action thriller feature superstars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna.

  • Disney Star to broadcast TV premiere of ‘Pushpa: The Rise’

    Disney Star to broadcast TV premiere of ‘Pushpa: The Rise’

    Mumbai: Disney Star Network is all set to broadcast the world television premiere of “Pushpa: The Rise” across four languages in Star Maa, Star Suvarna, Star Vijay and Asianet. The film will premiere on Star Maa and Star Suvarna in March followed by Star Vijay and Asianet in April.

    Directed by Sukumar, the action thriller featuring superstars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, took the country by storm and garnered phenomenal success with its theatrical release in December 2021.

    “’Pushpa: The Rise’ is a rage worldwide across theatres and social media and is a welcome addition to the Disney Star network’s robust regional portfolio,” said the media company in a statement.

    “’Pushpa: The Rise’ is one of the most sought-after films in recent times and we are thrilled to bring the blockbuster title to our viewers at the comfort of their homes,” said a Disney Star network spokesperson. “We remain committed to delivering exciting content on our channels that delight our viewers and derive immense value to our advertisers. Demand for rich content amongst viewers is only growing and we look forward to presenting an exciting line-up of movies and entertainment shows on our network throughout the year.”

    As per IMDb, “Pushpa: The Rise” is the biggest grosser of 2021 and the film’s list of accomplishments continues as it also bagged the ‘Film of the Year’ accolade at Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2022.

    “As the multi-lingual viewing culture strengthens in India, the movie industry is betting big on regional content,” said the statement. “‘Pushpa: The Rise’ is one of the few regional movies that have managed to capture the hearts of both the Hindi and regional speaking audiences.”

  • Colors Tamil to telecast ‘Anbulla Ghilli’ on 6 February

    Colors Tamil to telecast ‘Anbulla Ghilli’ on 6 February

    Mumbai: Colors Tamil will air the movie “Anbulla Ghilli” on 6 February at 7 p.m.

    Directed by Srinath Ramalingam, the film features a stellar cast including Dushara Vijayan, Chandni Tamilarasan, Mime Gopi, Mayilsamy, Poo Ramu, Illavarasan and debutante Maithreya Rajeshsekar. Actor-comedian Soori has voiced the character Anbulla Ghilli who is played by Amigo the dog.

    Set in the picturesque backdrop of Kodaikanal, the film traces the life of Ramu and Ghilli who grow up together and are true partners in crime.

    “At Colors Tamil, we strive to provide high-quality content to our viewers,” said Colors Tamil business head Rajaraman S. “To make our fare more exciting for the masses, we have decided to make movies a staple of our programming. Viewers have already had the opportunity of enjoying refreshing content with newly released movies as part of our movie of the month offerings in the comfort of their homes. ‘Anbulla Ghilli’ is an extension of this endeavour, with a direct satellite premiere exclusively on Colors Tamil.”

    “Movie and television are two great mediums to reach audiences, entertain and enthrall them,” said actor-comedian Soori. “I’m happy that my unique attempt to lend my voice for a pet’s role in this movie will reach a larger family audience through Colors Tamil. This was a rather challenging but fun project to work on and I am confident that the audience will truly enjoy my character in the movie.”

    “Despite having a few films under my hood, ‘Anbulla Ghilli’ will remain close to my heart because of its distinctive concept,” said director Srinath Ramalingam. “I am overwhelmed and delighted while the film is getting a direct satellite premiere, especially in a popular channel like Colors Tamil. I am certain that the film will make the audiences feel warm with a myriad of emotions.”

  • Prime Video to premiere ‘Chhorii’ on 25 November at IFFI

    Prime Video to premiere ‘Chhorii’ on 25 November at IFFI

    Mumbai: Amazon Prime Video has unveiled its lineup for the 52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to be held in Goa from 20 November. This includes the world premiere of Amazon original film “Chhorii” on 25 November and multiple masterclasses and interactive panels with the country’s creative stalwarts.

    For the first time in its history, IFFI is inviting video streaming platforms to the festival.

    On 21 November, a masterclass session on ‘Creating Cult Icons’ will be led by the cast and crew of Amazon original series “The Family Man” including Raj and DK, Amazon Prime Video’s head India originals Aparna Purohit, Samantha Ruth, and Manoj Bajpayee (virtually).

    On 23 November, a masterclass session on ‘Creating Cinematic Success and Storytelling of Sardar Udham’ will be led by Shoojit Sircar and Ronnie Lahiri.

    Prime Video will also showcase Satyajit Ray’s evergreen films on the homepage of their website between 20-28 November to commemorate the filmmaker’s birth centenary. This will include 11 of his iconic films – “Abhijan,” “Aparajito,” “Ashani Sanket,” “Chiriakhana,” “Hirak Rajar Deshe,” “Pather Panchali,” “Seemabaddha,” “Sonar Kella,” “Shatranj Ke Khilari,” “Charulata,” and “Jalsaghar.” The platform will also stream “Satyajit Ray Through His Films,” a documentary presented by Soumitra Chatterjee.

    “We are honoured to be a part of IFFI, an event that celebrates the diversity and rich cinematic heritage of India, and brings the entertainment community, content creators and talent together,” said Amazon Prime Video India country head Gaurav Gandhi. “We will continue to contribute actively to the entertainment ecosystem of India by promoting local narratives that are deeply rooted in Indian culture while delivering an immersive entertainment experience to viewers.”

  • King of Monsters ‘Godzilla’ to rule on HBO

    King of Monsters ‘Godzilla’ to rule on HBO

    MUMBAI: HBO will soon be home to the biggest, baddest and most terrifying monster of all time. Godzilla, the 2014 movie will premiere on Indian television on 23 May 2015 at 9pm exclusively on HBO.

     

    In 1999, Janjira nuclear plant supervisor Joe Brody loses his wife when the plant was mysteriously destroyed. Fifteen years later, Joe and his son US navy officer Ford Brody discover the truth behind the Janjira accident and are swept up in an escalating crisis when a “Massive Unidentified Terrestrial Organism” (MUTO) escapes from the plant to unite and breed with another female MUTO in San Francisco. With the creatures leaving colossal destruction in their wake, the survival of humanity is at the mercy of the King of Monsters – Godzilla!

     

    HBO is pulling out all stops to promote the movie on a gargantuan scale. Spotting Godzilla is a rarity and hence, the Spot Godzilla contest on the HBO official website asks fans to locate sightings of the monster across the world to win prizes. On Instagram, #OhMyGodzilla contest awards the fan with the most terrified selfie of encountering Godzilla. Lastly, viewers can also win prizes like X-Box 360 by tuning in to the repeat telecast of the movie on 31st May at 1pm and 9pm on HBO. The movie is also being promoted via HBO’s Facebook page and Twitter handle, print advertisements, multiplex branding, mobile advertising and digital disruptions on YouTube and Google ad words.

     

    Directed by Gareth Edwards, Godzilla is a co-production between Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures, with the latter also distributing the film worldwide. Godzilla ranks amongst the top 20 highest grossing films of 2014.

  • HBO strikes trifecta with movie premieres in March

    HBO strikes trifecta with movie premieres in March

    MUMBAI:The Home Box Office has never gotten bigger or more exciting. In March, HBO will premiere 3 new movies with digital contests and launch 2 programming slots featuring all-time favourite movies.

    I, Frankenstein:

    Adapted from Mary Shelly’s Book (Frankenstein’s Monster), directed by Stuart Beattlie & screenplay by Kevin Grevioux, the movie revolves around a war between two immortal races and focuses on evolution of Adam(Monster created by Dr. Frankenstein) to discover his inner humanity and the reason for his continued existence.The movie stars Aaron Eckhart, Yvonne Strahovski, Miranda Otto, Bill Nighy (Naberius), amongst others.

    HBO Mega Movie of the Month – I, Frankensteinpremieres on Sunday 15 March at 1 PM and 9 PM.

    HBO will be promoting the movie by conducting a contest on its Twitter handle on 13 March 2015.

    Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit

    The movie is directed by Kenneth Branagh and stars Chris Pine, Keira Knightley and Kevin Costner.Jack Ryan is a CIA agent leading a double-life. Caught between his tight-lipped handler, his in-the-dark fiancée and a brilliant Russian oligarch, Jack must confront a new reality where no one can seem to be trusted and the fate of the world’s security lies with him.

    HBO Mega Action Movie of the Month – Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit premieres on Sunday 22 March at 9 PM.

    HBO Facebook fans can get a piece of the action by participating in the #CrackItWithJack contest between 18-22 March and solve puzzles and riddles to win exclusive movie merchandise.

    Whazzup:

    After a tired day in office, there is no better stress-buster for a movie lover than a good blockbuster movie. The ‘Whazzup’ block will feature all-time favourites such asI Am Number 4, Step Up 3, Jack the Giant Slayer, etc. from Tuesday to Friday at 7 PM.

    The best part about the stunt is that viewers will get to see a fresh film every single day at 7 PM with no repeats across the month.

    Sunday Select:

    Kick back on lazy Sunday afternoons with popcorn, cold drinks and catch up on the week’s best titles such as Inception, Sex & the City 2, Great Gatsby, Sabotageand many more onSunday Selectfrom 3 PM to 9 PM.

    Additionally, HBO also premiered Escape Plan on 06 March at 9 PM.