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  • Day one of the Jagran Film Festival Commences with a dazzling lineup of movie stars

    Day one of the Jagran Film Festival Commences with a dazzling lineup of movie stars

    Mumbai: the eagerly awaited Jagran Film Festival 2023 had a grand inauguration at Cinepolis, Mumbai, commencing an exceptional cinematic journey. Presented by Rajnigandha in partnership with the Government of Uttar Pradesh, the first day promised a remarkable cinematic adventure. The inaugural ceremony was graced by renowned director, screenwriter, and producer Anees Bazmi, joined by Amit Rai, DK, and Raj.

    The eleventh edition of the festival glittered with Bollywood luminaries, including Bhumi Pednekar, Rhea Kapoor, Karan Boolani, and casting director Mukesh Chhabra. It also aims to honour Indian cinema legends like Satish Kaushik, Lata Mangeshkar, Vikram Gokhale, and K Viswanath, with a special focus on movies “Kaagaz” and “Lamhe” as a tribute to Satish Kaushik and Lata Mangeshkar.

    Day one featured engaging panel discussions with celebrities like Anees Bazmi, Bhumi Pednekar, Rhea Kapoor, Karam Boolani, Amit Rai, Mukhesh Chhabra, DK, and Raj. They shared valuable insights and experiences from their illustrious careers, captivating the audience with their dialogues.

    In a candid discussion moderated by Nayandeep Rakshit, accomplished directors Anees Bazmi, Amit Rai, DK, and Raj shared their experiences and early career challenges in crafting stories for OTT and theatrical releases, underscoring the importance of well-crafted scripts and casting choices.

    The team of “Thank You for Coming” engaged in an open discussion. Rhea Kapoor acknowledged the potential criticism of her film choices but emphasized the connection with her target audience. Bhumi Padnekar discussed the film’s message of self-acceptance and personal responsibility for happiness. Karan Boolani emphasised the importance of empathising with characters and understanding their perspective, highlighting the hidden forces perpetuating inequality. This discussion was moderated by Nayandeep Rakshit.

    Mukesh Chhabra, in an engaging casting discussion, discussed his career journey and his deep love for the film industry, emphasizing his unique path to making a meaningful contribution.

    The festival premiered with “Guthlee Ladoo,” including a special screening of “Darran Chhoo,” “Eismayer” for the international opening, and “Jananam: 1947 Pranayam Thudarunnu” for the regional opening.

    As the festival partner, Custard Apple Pictures presented the Hindi film “Banwari Ki Amma,” directed by O.P. Srivastava. Set in 1970s Lucknow, it explores the life of an ambitious middle-class family, featuring an elderly maid known for her culinary skills, and their shared existence in a cramped house.

    Day two will witness in-conversations with stars like Aanand L. Rai, Piyush Mishra, Vishal Batra (brother of Kargil war hers Param Veer Chakra- Vikram Batra) and Anmol Ahuja

    The world’s largest travelling film festival is all set to enrapture audiences with an exceptional array of world-class films from all around the globe.

    For Registration log on to: www.jff.co.in.

  • The 11th Jagran Film Festival 2023 presents a star-studded roster of celebrities

    The 11th Jagran Film Festival 2023 presents a star-studded roster of celebrities

    Mumbai: The 11th Jagran Film Festival in 2023, which is the world’s largest traveling film festival, is eagerly awaited and promises to be a glamorous affair. The event is set to feature a remarkable roster of esteemed celebrities who will add their star power to the occasion.

    . The team of Thank you for Coming, Bhumi Pednekar, Rhea Kapoor and Karan Boolani will be present on the first day 12 October at 3:15 pm for an interactive in conversation with the audience.

    . Director, screenwriter and producer, Anees Bazmi will grace the festival on 12 October at 12:30 pm. With a career spanning several decades, he has carved a niche for himself as a master of comedy, creating films that continue to bring laughter to audiences worldwide. He will also be joined by Amit Rai, DK. Raj and Mukesh Chhabra.

    . Renowned filmmaker Aanand L. Rai will share his experiences and wisdom on 13 October at 5:30 pm. His films have been celebrated for their grandeur and impactful storytelling.

    . Piyush Mishra, versatile actor, poet, and musician known for his remarkable contributions to both theatre and cinema will also share his insightful journey on 13 October at 6:40 pm. His powerful performances and evocative poetry have left an indelible mark on the entertainment world.

    . On 13 October join Vishal Batra (brother of Kargil war hers Param Veer Chakra- Vikram Batra) for an in-conversation on the bond that he shared with his brother at 3:45 pm.

    . Join the successful casting director, Anmol Ahuja for an interaction with the audience on casting on 13 October at 12:15 pm.

    . The stage is also set for Amit Sadh for an interesting in conversation on 14 October at 1:15 pm. Amit Sadh is a versatile actor known for his compelling performances in both films and digital series, capturing audiences with his talent and dedication.

    . Bobby Deol, a seasoned actor, recognised for his contributions to Bollywood, spanning from the 1990s to the present day will also be present on 14 October for an in-conversation session at 4:45 pm. His versatility and notable performances have earned him a lasting place in the Indian film industry.

    . Bollywood’s rising star Pulkit Samrat will charm the audience on 14 October at 6:00 pm with his youthful energy and promising talent.

    . Atul Mongia, acting mentor, writer and director will be present for a rendezvous at 11:45 am.

    . Join Karishma Kapoor, an established leading actress known for her charismatic on-screen presence and versatile roles in Hindi cinema on 15 October at 1:30 pm. She will be sharing her career journey and challenges in an interactive dialogue with the audience.

    The Indian premiere kicks off with “Guthlee Ladoo,” featuring a special screening of “Darran Chhoo,” while the international opening showcases “Eismayer,” and the regional opening presents “Jananam: 1947 Pranayam Thudarunnu.” Closing the ceremony, we have “Siya” in the Indian section, “Property” in the international section, and “Tatkhana” in the regional section. Movie enthusiasts are invited to savor these films at the event.

    Join us at the Jagran Film Festival 2023 to celebrate the magic of cinema and be part of these exciting celebrity interactions. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to be up close and personal with your favourite stars! Book your seats, log on to jff.co.in and BookMyShow

    For registration log on to: www.jff.co.in.

     

  • Two-month long Roposo talent hunt concludes, winners announced

    Mumbai: Intending to find the country’s next big content creators, Glance Roposo had launched a nationwide talent hunt #MadeonRoposo, which received over 30,000 entries. On 25 June, this two-month-long virtual talent hunt concluded with the announcement of its winners. The show’s judges and mentors – actor Neha Dhupia, choreographer, and director Farah Khan, and casting director Mukesh Chhabra were present at the finale hosted by TV personality Siddarth Kanan.

    The show’s five winners – Harshita Grover (Fashion & Lifestyle), Alka Periwal (Health & Fitness), Navin Panchal (Acting & Comedy), Yamini Pandey (Music, Singing, and Dance), and Nalini Sharma (Breakout – Food, DIY) were chosen amongst the 18 finalists across five categories. Each of the final category winners won cash prizes of Rs one lakh along with an opportunity to create content with all three celebrity judges. Along with this, Vishakha Pandey won a special internship with Chhabra at his casting school in Mumbai, and Roshan Mishra received a premium brand SUV car as the prize.

    Roposo’s general manager Mansi Jain said, “With #MadeOnRoposo, we provided all aspiring content creators in India a huge platform and opportunity to showcase their unique talent and gain recognition on merit. The response has been overwhelming from across cities and categories, and as we draw the curtains on this show, we are proud to have been a catalyst in enriching India’s content creator landscape.”

    Neha Dhupia said, “We truly believe that creativity is best manifested by producing truly original content though nothing much was happening to identify and groom such talents. We are privileged that a well-known and credible talent platform like Glance Roposo came forward to help us with this mission through a pan-India programme like #MadeOnRoposo.

    Talking about the diversity of talent on the show, Farah Khan said, “The key takeaway from this massive talent hunt is that to be a great entertainer on a digital platform like Glance Roposo, you don’t need to belong to certain cities, or even from certain fields like singing, dancing, and acting. You can cook, or have an interest in DIY, or fashion. If you have a creative way of expressing yourself, you can capture the imagination of any audience, through any medium.”
    Mukesh Chhabra said, “With the meteoric rise in short video consumption across the world, creators now have the opportunity to become household names, purely on the strength of their talent. The Glance Roposo platform and #MadeOnRoposo have gone a long way in giving the top content creators of the future a stage to reach millions.”

    The parent company Glance recently acquired full-stack e-commerce platform Shop101 as the company forayed into celebrity and influencer-led LIVE commerce segment.