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  • Crime meets comedy in Amazon miniTV’s ‘Constable Girpade’

    Crime meets comedy in Amazon miniTV’s ‘Constable Girpade’

    Mumbai: Amazon miniTV, a free video streaming service from Amazon, unveiled the trailer of its latest cop-comedy drama, Constable Girpade, created by award-winning writer-director, Saad Khan. The trailer gives an insight into Constable Girpade’s thrilling journey filled with twists, turns and laughter that will certainly keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The series brings together an ensemble cast including Khushaal Pawar, Neel Salkar, Vrajesh Hirjee, Gaurav Gera, Muskan Bamne, Dr. Sanket Bhosale and Chandni in pivotal roles.

    Constable Girpade (Khushaal Pawar) and Phenyl Mohan (Gaurav Gera), the master of disguise, engage in a cat-and-mouse game throughout the series, which is filled with humorous moments and adventure. The trailer gives a glimpse of the hilarious characters in the series, ready to take viewers on an adventure, solving the wildest cases dealing with complex and unpredictable rich folks. Girpade is caught in the middle of all the drama while attempting to catch Phenyl Mohan, fulfill his obligations, and confess his love.

    Produced by FirstAction Studios (a Rainshine Entertainment company), Constable Girpade explores the contrasting tones of Mumbai with complex crime cases that come to a shocking conclusion in the end, leaving viewers in splits. Keeping up with crime-solving elements, the series will leave viewers to ponder upon what is right and what is wrong!  Get ready to tickle your bones with whodunit mysteries and solve intricate cases with Constable Girpade.

    Amazon miniTV head of content Amogh Dusad sharing his thoughts about the series, said, “Constable Girpade is a perfect cop-comedy drama that has the perfect balance of investigations laced with humor, led by Khushaal Pawar as he prepares to win over audiences with his endearing portrayal of Girpade! Saad and his team have done a brilliant job of bringing together an ensemble that is definitely going to give audiences a laughter riot!”

    Rainshine Entertainment (India) CEO Anuraag Srivastava said, “We’re delighted to join forces with Amazon miniTV for ‘Constable Girpade’. FirstAction studios at Rainshine has consistently captivated audiences with young and contemporary content, and this series is a testament to that. With its intriguing plot, ‘Constable Girpade’ promises a roller-coaster of laughter and suspense that will leave viewers wanting more.”

  • This Hindi Day, stream these superhero series and films in Hindi

    This Hindi Day, stream these superhero series and films in Hindi

    Mumbai: Superheroes are adored by everyone across the world not only because they offer you a glimpse of an alternate reality but also because they leave you hopeful of a better tomorrow. This Hindi day, get inspired by the courage of your beloved superheroes as we have rounded up some of the finest superhero series available on different services in Hindi. So, grab your popcorn, and perhaps a cape, and let’s explore the thrilling superhero universe in Hindi!

    Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord (Hindi Edition)

    Platform: Audible

    A localized production of the global phenomenon, Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord is the first season of the series which has been narrated by A-list actors such as Star-Lord like Saif Ali Khan (Peter Quill), Vrajesh Hirjee (Rocket), Sushant Divgikr (Cora), and Anagsha Biswas (Collector). Set in a dystopian future where supervillains have won over the heroes, Saif Ali Khan voices Star-Lord who is the charismatic leader of a ragtag crew accompanied by Rocket Raccoon when they discover the Earth isn’t what it used to be after they crash land 30 years later. Discover secrets, experience thrilling action sequences laced with humor, and delve into complex character dynamics as the story unravels across the immersive soundscape of an audio series.

    The Sandman, Act I (Hindi Edition)

    Platform: Audible

    Neil Gaiman, the renowned English comic-book writer has penned the famous Sandman Series published by DC. The Sandman Act 1 in Hindi features a stellar cast of narrators including Tabu (narrator), Vijay Varma (Morpheus), Manoj Bajpayee (Doctor Destiny), Adarsh Gourav (John Constantine), Neeraj Kabi (Lucifer) and Kubbra Sait (Death). In this Audible original, an occultist attempting to capture Death to bargain for eternal life traps her younger brother Dream instead. After his 70-year imprisonment and eventual escape, Dream, also known as Morpheus, quests for his lost objects of power. On his arduous journey, Morpheus (dream) encounters Lucifer, John Constantine, and an all-powerful madman. Tune in to The Sandman Act 1 on Audible to discover how Dream escapes and reclaims his lost territory.

    Minnal Murali

    Platform: Netflix

    Are you ready to witness the power of lightning and superhuman strength unleashed to defeat evil and save the world? Set in the 90’s, this film depicts the tale of a young tailor who becomes a superhuman after being struck by lightning. However, he soon realizes that he is not the only one with these superpowers in his village. The film promises to touch on various human emotions and grip the audience with action-packed performances, making it a must-watch for superhero enthusiasts.

    Avengers Endgame

    Platform: Disney + Hotstar

    Based on the Marvel superhero universe, ‘The Avengers Endgame’ features an ensemble cast including the likes of Hollywood celebrities such as Chris Hemsworth, Robert Downey Junior, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, and Gwyneth Paltrow. Drifting into space with no food or water, Tony Stark sends a message to Pepper Potts as his oxygen supply starts to dwindle to call upon the Avenger to regroup. Meanwhile, the remaining Avengers – Thor, Black Widow, Captain America, and Bruce Banner must figure out a way to bring back their vanquished allies for an epic showdown with Thanos. Power-packed with an all-star ensemble,  watch the gripping  Avengers Endgame to discover how the Avengers display immense courage and unity to defeat Thanos and restore balance in the world.

    Balveer (Season 3)

    Platform: SonyLIV

    Baalveer is a young superhero who fights evil forces and protects children using his magical powers. However, he is unaware of his superior’s scheming plan to betray him. When he is stripped of his powers and identity, he leads a mundane life until an unexpected event reignites his abilities. Seeking help from his female friend – Kaashvi,  he embarks on a journey to defeat his enemies. The season unfolds the unpredictable event that changes his reality. Will Baalveer become the ultimate hero he once was? Watch the latest season to know more.

    A Flying Jatt

    Platform: Zee 5

    A Flying Jatt is a one-of-a-kind Hindi superhero film starring Tiger Shroff and Jacqueline Fernandez. Aman, played by Tiger Shroff, discovers his powers when he engages in a fight with Raka, a mercenary. Adding to Aman’s trouble, a problem arises when Malhotra, a greedy industrialist wants to acquire a piece of land that belongs to Aman’s family. He convinces Raka, to help him cut a holy tree on the land, but Aman manages to stop them from doing so. Aman is a passionate environmentalist and uses his special powers to protect his village from toxic waste and pollution. Watch ‘A Flying Jatt’ to discover how Aman – the Jatt superhero battles his fear of heights to rescue his village from the diabolical Raka and Malhotra.

  • Saif Ali Khan’s Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord to stream free on Audible

    Saif Ali Khan’s Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord to stream free on Audible

    Mumbai: Audible, a leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, today announced that the Hindi Audible Original podcast series Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord is now free for all listeners on its service. The podcast series, which has been available for streaming to Audible’s members since 28 June will now be open to all listeners at no additional cost. The move comes in response to immense fan support that the Hindi Audible Original has garnered on its paid tier.

    With every artist adding their own flavour to the series, the exceptional ensemble for the Hindi production of Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord includes Saif Ali Khan as Peter Quill, Vrajesh Hirjee as Rocket, Sushant Divgikr as Cora, Anangsha Biswas as The Collector, Maninee De as Emma Frost and Harjeet Walia as Kraven the Hunter. The Hindi adaptation delivers an immersive audio entertainment experience, artistically directed by leading Indian audio producer, Mantra Mugdh.

    “We are thrilled with the incredible response that Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord has garnered. It stands as one of our most successful releases to date and is a testament to the potential of audio entertainment in India,” said Audible country manager – India Shailesh Sawlani. “It is the love and support of our customers that has compelled us to make the series accessible to a wider audience through its launch on Audible’s free tier. This success demonstrates a shift in the consumption behaviour of the audiences as they seek screen-free engagement. The intimate and immersive nature of the audio medium offers listeners a break from their screens, empowering users to reimagine the story in their own, unique way. We are confident that the larger audiences will shower as much love on Star-Lord as our members have,” he added.

    Sharing his excitement, actor Saif Ali Khan said, “Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord is truly special to me because it’s a series of firsts – my first audio project and my first time playing a Super Hero. With the podcast streaming on Audible’s free tier, I am thrilled that more people will be able to listen to this inspiring story of a fan-favourite character and hope that the listeners will enjoy Star-Lord’s journey as much as I have enjoyed voicing this character.”

    Within its first week of launch, Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord became one of Audible’s strongest releases on its paid tier. On the day of its release, the series trended nationally on Twitter for 24 hours with strong advocacy from fans and creators. In the first three days of the launch, the first episode of the podcast on YouTube garnered 250K views.

    Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord is set in a shadowy alternate future of the Marvel Universe in which the villains have finally won and heroes are nothing but a bad memory. Peter Quill and Rocket are a little slower, and a lot saltier than they were during the glory days of Guardians of the Galaxy. They quickly discover the Earth isn’t what it used to be either when they crash land 30 years after Doctor Doom takes over a barren, desolate wasteland and all the world’s Super Villains seized control, including outlaw Ghost Riders and the bloodthirsty Kraven the Hunter. Discover secrets, experience thrilling action sequences laced with humor, and delve into complex character dynamics as the story unravels across the immersive soundscape of an audio series.

    The series comprises of six seasons in total, each focused on a different Marvel Super Hero. The second season, Hawkeye, will debut in September 2023. The six-season audio epic originally launched as an English-language series in June 2021; this is the first season of the exclusive Hindi-language edition of the story.

    The Hindi production of Marvel’s Wastelanders: Star-Lord will be accessible to all listeners for unlimited listening on Audible.in, starting 31 August.

  • Big 92.7 FM to launch in Mumbai on 14 November; to target mini-metros in next pahse

    Big 92.7 FM to launch in Mumbai on 14 November; to target mini-metros in next pahse

    MUMBAI: Finally, Big 92.7 FM is making its official debut in Mumbai on 14 November.

    With the launch of Big 92.7 FM Mumbai station, Adlabs Radio completes its first phase of launching stations across six metros; in the order of Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore and Kolkata.

    The second phase would involve pitching into the virgin territories like Srinagar, Jammu and Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) and other mini-metros.
    Meanwhile, the radio company has also entered into a partnership with Century Communications. Interestingly, the yet to launch radio stations from the stable of Century Communications will broadcast on 92.7 FM, the same frequency as the Big FM.

    When queried about forming any further alliance with other small players Big 92.7 FM COO Tarun Katial refused to divulge anything at the moment, but admitted that they are in talks and soon shall be locking in deals.

    Under the agreement with Century Communications, the partnership has been chalked out for content syndication and ad sales. This gives them the leverage of a network of 45 stations (owned by Adlabs Radio) and 9 stations (Century Communications).

    To ensure high aspiration and connect with the listeners, Big 92.7 FM has roped in television stars as their radio jocks including Shwetha Tiwari (Prerna of Kasautii Zindagi Ki), Pallavi Joshi (host of Antakshari), Vrajesh Hirjee and Abhijit Sawant (Indian Idol fame).

    Positioning it as the young adult contemporary station, the programming mix the station intends to offer from 5 am Seher, which will continue till 7 am. Hosted by Shweta Tiwari, the show is all about bhajans, sufi and other alternative soothing and instruments sounds. The breakfast show The Big Chai will be hosted by Vrajesh Hirjee and Pallavi Joshi, wherein the show will offer amusing circumstances and some bizarre stories with listeners voting in a solution for each situation. The station also has created Baburao who is the utility man providing updeats on the latest happenings of the city on The Big Chai.

    The station has created a show Anirudh LLB (Love Ladkiyan Bollywood), which is more to do with espousal arousal created for the housewives and girlfriends, besides providing insights on the Bollywood side of life. In a unique manner, the station has created Murder at 9 pm, which is a thriller series about an unconventional police officer, who is passionate about solving crimes in the city. The Indian Idol fame Abhijit Sawant will play all the big numbers of the week on weekends through The Big 30 Countdown.

    To Katial, “It is our aim to create content that is relevant, credible and has an aspirational value to the listeners.”

    To create a buzz on Big 92.7 FM especially where there are so many brands competing for the same share of mind and ears, it is essentials for the brands have to touch lives, build bonds and thereby build equity. “Our strategy is to give visibility to the brand and get a sample feedback during our launch period,” says Big 92.7 FM interactivity activation and PR head Vidyuth Bhandari.

    Speaking in short on the series of on-ground activation, Bhandari says that the radio channel will run a CSR campaign which is fight against terrorism on the launch day. It will also create a big buzz in the inroads of Mumbai through Big Barrat activity is a gesture to welcome the brand.

    The station will generate a noise at all possible malls. The company is said to have tied up with manufactures for co-branded radio sets. They have also tied-up with around 250 odd chai stalls (Tea stalls), wherein they will be provided with radio stets and play Big FM.

    The brand will unleash its 360 degree campaign on the launch date, reinforcing its positioning as adult contemporary station. With an investment of Rs 4 billion dedicated to transmission equipment, infrastructure and licensing, the proposed network for Big 92.7 FM is set to make a ‘big’ splash in the expanding radio industry in India. The marketing budget has been pegged at Rs 450 million of which around Rs 50 million has bee marked for Mumbai.