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On Tuesday, Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia walked the red carpet at Cannes 2025 Film Festival as a jury member. She first made an appearance for the opening press conference along with fellow jury members. Ahead of the official opening ceremony, Kapadia walked the red carpet in a power suit designed by Arjun Saluja and styled by Indrakshi Pattanaik. She paired the outfit with statement silver jewellery. About Payal Kapadia's look for Cannes 2025 red carpet Speaking about styling Payal Kapadia, stylist Indrakshi Pattanaik said, “Payal is a dear friend. She loves the 80s power suit style and I really wanted to explore that in her look. And Arjun [Saluja] was the best person to execute the vision. Arjun and I have been meaning to collaborate for a while for Payal and I am glad it all fell into place." Payal Kapadia#Cannes2025 pic.twitter.com/JsLqhg253j — Ellys Is Alone (@ellysmelancholy) May 13, 2025 The award-winning filmmaker wanted her outfit to be as comfortable as possible. “The idea was more about comfort for Payal. It was like character designing for her, making her look like herself. And given this year’s dresscode theme, which said no sheer, no over the top, no voluminous styles, Payal kept it minimal yet chic." Payal added an Indian touch to her look with statement silver jewellery. Payal marks her return to Cannes This marks Payal's return to Cannes a year after she charted history as the first Indian director to win the Grand Prix for her debut feature film 'All We Imagine As Light', a joint India and France production. The Malayalam-Hindi movie became the first film from India to be part of Cannes Competition after a 30-year gap.The director appeared alongside Cannes jury president and French cinema star Juliette Binoche, American actor and filmmaker Halle Berry, Italian actor Alba Rohrwacher, French-Moroccan writer Leila Slimani, Congolese director-producer Dieudo Hamadi, Korean director and screenwriter Hong Sangsoo, Mexican filmmaker Carlos Reygadas and American actor Jeremy Strong. Earlier for the jury photocall ahead of the festival's opening ceremony, Kapadia chose a blue blouse and a red asymmetrical skirt ensemble by designer Payal Khandwala, who also dressed the acclaimed filmmaker for her appearance on the red carpet of the Golden Globes 2025 ceremony earlier this year. In the past, Indian film personalities such as Mrinal Sen, Mira Nair, Shekhar Kapur, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Nandita Das, Sharmila Tagore, Vidya Balan, and Deepika Padukone have served on the Cannes jury.
14 May,2025 12:41 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Urvashi Rautela walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France on Tuesday as part of the opening ceremony. The actress has become a regular at the festival for a while now and manages to turn heads with her look. Rautela will be attending the screening of the film Partir un jour (Leave One Day). Urvashi Rautela stuns in whacky outfit Urvashi Rautela brought colours to the red carpet as she dressed in a colourful outfit. Even as she stunned in her whacky outfit, it was her parrot clutch that had our attention. The crystal clutch shaped like a parrot is reportedly worth Rs 4 lakh. The actor opted for a strapless structured outfit in shades of blue, red and yellow to walk the carpet. She completed her look with a matching tiara. According to the Instagram handle of Diet Sabya, the parrot clutch is made by Judith Leiber and it costs Rs 4,68,064.10. urvashi rautela the first woman to ever go on cannes looking horrible with a parrot puppet pic.twitter.com/eTEceXFoz7 — 𓅪 (@alfiyastic) May 13, 2025 Payal Kapadia returns to Cannes Apart from Urvashi Rautela, filmmaker Payal Kapadia also walked the red carpet of the film festival as a jury member. On Tuesday, she joined the prestigious jury panel for a press meet before the opening ceremony. She also marked her appearance for a photocall as part of the prestigious gala's jury panel. She was joined by renowned celebrities from across the world, such as Hollywood icon Halle Berry, Italian actor Alba Rohrwacher, French-Moroccan writer Leila Slimani, Congolese filmmaker Dieudo Hamadi, and Korean director Hong Sang-soo. In 2024, Payal scripted history by becoming the first Indian director to clinch the prestigious Grand Prix award. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, 'All We Imagine as Light' is the story of Prabha, a nurse, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she receives a mysterious gift from her estranged husband. Accompanied by her roommate Anu, the duo takes on a journey to a coastal town, where the mystical forest serves as a sanctuary for their dreams.
13 May,2025 10:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe highly awaited horror comedy 'Bhoot Bangla' is currently in the making, and it seems like the cast is having a great time on set. Actor Jisshu U Sengupta gave fans a sneak peek into the shoot as he shared a fun black-and-white picture with co-star Akshay Kumar. Taking to Instagram, Jisshu posted a selfie with the Hera Pheri actor along with a caption that read, "Fun Times From The Sets Of #Bhootbangla." Take a look View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jisshu U Sengupta (@senguptajisshu) Earlier in January, actress Tabu, who is also part of the film, posted a happy selfie with her team from her vanity van. Her caption read, "End of schedule wala pose." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tabu (@tabutiful) Bhoot Bangla is directed by Priyadarshan, known for his popular comedies. The film also marks his reunion with Akshay Kumar after several years. The duo has previously delivered blockbuster films such as Hera Pheri, Bhagam Bhag, Garam Masala, De Dana Dan, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa, among others. Bhooth Bangla stars Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar, and Wamiqa Gabbi in crucial roles. Meanwhile, the film will also witness a reunion of Akshay and Tabu after 25 years. The two were last seen together in Hera Pheri. Bhooth Bangla is produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms, along with Akshay Kumar's production house, Cape of Good Films. The film is slated for a theatrical release on April 2, 2026. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 May,2025 10:22 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI"My Melbourne", helmed by four acclaimed filmmakers, Imtiaz Ali, Onir, Rima Das and Kabir Khan, has secured the Best Film award at the 27th UK Asian Film Festival. Produced by Mitu Bhowmick Lange, in partnership with VicScreen and Screen Australia, "My Melbourne" has also won the special festival award celebrating 'Longing and Belonging' at the festival, according to a press release. The shorts in the film include 'Emma' by Das, 'Jules' by Ali, 'Nandini' by Onir and 'Setara' by Khan. The films are reflective of varied themes of diversity, including gender, race, sexuality and disability "Working on 'My Melbourne' was a deeply enriching experience. To see it being honoured in this way reaffirms the importance of stories that explore human emotions beyond geographical limits. It's a proud moment for all of us," Ali said in a statement. Khan said, "Cinema has the power to bridge cultures and foster empathy", and this anthology is a testament to that. "I'm truly grateful to have been part of a project that brings such meaningful narratives to life and gets recognised on a global platform," he added. "My Melbourne" had its world premiere at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. It was later screened in India at the MAMI Film Festival in 2024. Das called the film's recognition "special" and said the project "was born out of a desire to reflect the nuanced, everyday realities of migrants and their emotional journeys". She added, "This recognition is special because it tells us that these personal stories are also universal." Onir said, "This project was close to my heart because it gave us the opportunity to tell stories that matter, stories that cross boundaries and touch the universal emotions of longing and belonging. I'm humbled and proud to be part of this beautiful journey." The UK Asian Film Festival was held between May 1 and May 11 in London. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 May,2025 10:21 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIActor Sonali Bendre, who recently released her second book "A Book of Books", says she has "mad respect" for authors and would not call herself one until she writes at least 20 of them. Bendre, best known for films such as "Diljale", "Major Saab", "Sarfarosh", "Zakhm", and "Hum Saath Saath Hain", said being a public figure gives her the "privilege" to write and engage in meaningful conversations though she still primarily views herself as an actor. "I'll call myself an author only if I write 20 books, not before that. I have some mad respect for authors -- what they do, the way they write, the way an author can transport you somewhere, the way they make you think; only an author can do that. "So, I have really not thought of myself as an author in that sense. I have always looked at myself more as an actor, but it is a creative field. I am a creative person, and there are various ways through which you express your creativity," Bendre told PTI in an interview. The actor's passion for books led her to launch 'Sonali's Book Club', a digital community that celebrates literature and meaningful conversations. She made debut as an author in 2015 with "The Modern Gurukul: My Experiment with Parenting". Her latest endeavour, "A Book of Books", is intended for everyone -- both avid readers and those less inclined -- and delves into the importance of reading, especially the value of starting young. Replete with colourful illustrations by Rohina Thapar, it also suggests what to read, with recommendations for children, young adults and adults, across genres and for varied reading interests. Bitten by the reading bug since childhood, the 50-year-old actor admits she would choose books over movies any day. She also feels that book-to-screen adaptations often fail to capture the true essence of the originals. However, Bendre said that "Dune", the American epic space opera film franchise adapted from Frank Herbert's 1965 novels, has come close to doing justice to the original work. "I still stand by the fact that no movie can do justice to books, but this ('Dune') comes close," she explained. That said, the actor has been actively searching for the right book for adaptation -- either for production or one in which she could play a character. "I haven't found that book yet, but I am looking for it, and I am sure I will find it," she said, adding that in Bollywood, her "Hum Saath Saath Hain" co-star Saif Ali Khan is also a "voracious reader". "It was good to exchange notes with Saif and have his recommendations in books". Bendre, who is married to producer Goldie Behl, took a break from work after she welcomed her son Ranveer in 2005 and later appeared as a judge on reality TV shows such as "India's Got Talent", "India's Best Dramebaaz" and TV series "Ajeeb Daastaan Hai Ye". She went on a seven-year hiatus in 2018 when she was diagnosed with cancer. During her recovery, Bendre credited reading -- especially a book on tennis icon Serena Williams that detailed her struggles, challenging pregnancies, and triumphant return to championship wins -- as a vital part of her healing journey. "She was such a role model. I thought, 'See what she has gone through, and she has come back to the physical fitness level of winning a championship'. Picking out stories like that, stories that encourage you to heal yourself, to try not just to get back to what you were, but to be better than what you were. "I really took my illness as a journey that was helping me educate myself, helping me evolve as a person, and because I was looking at it in that sense, the kinds of books I was reading also changed," she added. Bendre returned to acting with the first season of the ZEE5 web series "The Broken News", which premiered in 2022. The second chapter of the TV newsroom drama premiered last year. Having written two non-fiction books, Bendre -- who likes to pick something in the fantasy fiction genre to decompress herself -- hopes to write a novel in the future. "There are many stories and characters that come to mind, and they stay with me. But then I feel like I can't take them all the way to a full book. I can't make a whole story out of them. So maybe when I have a little more time, someday I'll pick out these various characters and see if I can bring them together and write something. You never say never," she added. "A Book of Books", priced at Rs 599, is currently available for purchase across online and offline stores. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
13 May,2025 10:19 PM IST | Mumbai | PTIOn Tuesday, Bollywood actress and IPL co-owner Preity Zinta hosted an Ask Me Anything session on X (formerly Twitter) and answered various questions pertaining to her personal life, cricket, movies, and beauty. Among the many things she shared with her followers on the microblogging site, she also revealed that she had adopted a vegetarian diet. Preity Zinta on turning vegetarian A fan asked her if she had ever tried Hyderabadi biryani. Responding to it, she revealed that she turned vegetarian before her visit to the Mahakumbh earlier this year. "To be honest, three weeks before the Maha Kumbh I became vegetarian, and I’m still vegetarian—except for eggs, which I eat on and off for protein—so no, I have not eaten Hyderabadi biryani." Hahahahha ! Thank you ❤️ To be honest 3 weeks before the Maha Kumbh I became vegetarian, and I’m still vegetarian, except for eggs which I eat on and off for protein so no, I have not eaten Hyderabad biryani. https://t.co/APsiu6iiHf — Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025 Preity on her tragic first love Another fan asked her if she still cries while watching Kal Ho Naa Ho, just like the audience does, even after all these years. Preity played the role of Naina Kapoor in the film, which also starred Shah Rukh Khan and Saif Ali Khan. Responding to the question, Zinta shared some heartfelt details about the movie and her personal life. "Yes, I cry when I see it, and I cried when we were filming it too! My first love died in a car crash, so this film always hits different 💔 Fun Fact – Most scenes had all actors crying naturally… and Aman’s death scene had everyone crying in front of the camera and behind it too," she shared. Yes I cry when I see it and I cried when we were filming it too ! My first love died in a car crash so this film always hit different 💔 Fun Fact - Most scenes all actors cried naturally…. And Aman’s death scene had everyone crying in front of the camera and behind it too ! https://t.co/p68anYrqDp — Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025 Preity on beauty and aging A fan asked Preity about how she always maintains a constant smile on her face. To this, the "Veer-Zaara" actor replied, "Whenever I want to complain, I look at people that don’t have love or family or jobs or the poverty around and how difficult it is for people to make ends meet. How can I complain after that? In fact, I thank god everyday for giving me more than I dreamt for. Therefore, smiling comes easily & so does gratitude," along with a folding hands emoji. When another netizen asked the reason behind her beauty, Preity shared, "Don’t know about that but …. how I look and my age seems to be a hot topic everyday! I think my brains are better than my face if you ask me but chalo koi na … will take the compliment. Somehow men are never asked how good they look at their age everyday - only their achievements are celebrated, but where I’m concerned ( or for that reason women)the conversation never goes past the age, face, sadly achievements are rarely mentioned! Sending you lots of love cuz your intent was good !" A curious user even asked the diva about how to get dimples like her. Preity reacted to this saying, "@realpreityzinta It’s called a muscle defect...Seriously ! Here is a perfect example of how a defect or imperfection is actually liked by people so we should not always try to fix everything in life. Our defects/shortcomings make us human."
13 May,2025 09:29 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood star Aamir Khan has returned with his much-anticipated family entertainer, Sitaare Zameen Par, a spiritual sequel to the 2007 superhit Taare Zameen Par. Following the release of it’s vibrant poster, the makers have finally unveiled the much-awaited trailer, and it’s an absolute treat filled with love, laughter and happiness. Sitaare Zameen Par trailer has humour and heart The film carries the tagline “Sabka Apna Apna Normal”, which champions inclusivity and is bound to resonate deeply with audiences. In the trailer, Aamir Khan is seen playing a basketball coach to people with intellectual disabilities, setting the stage for an entertaining and inspiring narrative. Brimming with warmth and joy, the trailer of Sitaare Zameen Par strikes an emotional chord while perfectly balancing love, laughter and heartfelt moments. This heartwarming comedy is packed with hilarious scenes that promise to leave audiences both moved and entertained. Adding to the excitement, Aamir Khan Productions introduces ten debutant actors: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar. The makers shared the trailer on their social media and wrote: 1 Tingu Basketball Coach, 10 ToofaniSITAARE aur unki journey.Watch #SitaareZameenPar #SabkaApnaApnaNormal, 20thJune Only In Theatres.Trailer Out Now! ⭐ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aamir Khan Productions (@aamirkhanproductions) About Sitaare Zameen Par Directed by R.S. Prasanna, well known for his barrier-breaking film Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, Sitaare Zameen Par, marks his most ambitious project to date, led by the ever iconic Aamir Khan. The film has been made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, one of the most successful production houses in India, known for delivering some truly remarkable films. Their vast filmography includes acclaimed titles such as Laapataa Ladies, Dangal, Taare Zameen Par, Secret Superstar, Lagaan, and many more. Sitaare Zameen Par stars Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh. The songs are composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and the lyrics are penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The background score is by Ram Sampath and screenplay is written by Divy Nidhi Sharma. The film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit, under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions, with Ravi Bhagchandka serving as the producer Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film will be released in theatres on 20th June, 2025.
13 May,2025 08:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIndian filmmaker Payal Kapadia has returned to Cannes Film Festival 2025,a year after her historic win. The All We Imagine As Light director returned to the prestigious film festival as a jury member. She made an appearance for a photocall at the opening ceremony of the 78th Cannes Film Festival as part of the prestigious gala's jury panel. Payal Kapadia returns to Cannes 2025 This marks Kapadia's return to Cannes a year after she charted history as the first Indian director to win the Grand Prix for her debut feature film "All We Imagine As Light", a joint India and France production. The Malayalam-Hindi movie became the first film from India to be part of Cannes Competition after a 30-year gap. For the photocall, Kapadia appeared alongside Cannes jury president and French cinema star Juliette Binoche, American actor and filmmaker Halle Berry, Italian actor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Festival de Cannes (@festivaldecannes) Kapadia chose a blue blouse and a red asymmetrical skirt ensemble by designer Payal Khandwala, who also dressed the director for her appearance on the red carpet of the Golden Globes 2025 ceremony earlier this year. About Payal Kapadia’s journey at Cannes Kapadia, a Film and Television Institute of India graduate, went to the festival to present her short film Afternoon Clouds at the Cannes La Cinéfondation in 2017, followed by her non-fiction film A Night of Knowing Nothing, which won the L’Œil d’Or award for best documentary in 2021. Her film All We Imagine As Light, an ode to female friendship, love, and longing in Mumbai, became the first film from India to be part of the Cannes Competition after a 30-year gap. The film had a grand screening last year at the festival which was also attended by the its cast including Kani Kusruti, Chhaya Kadam and Divya Prabha. The Jury for Cannes 2025 Payal will be part of the jury along with several other members, including American actress and filmmaker Halle Berry, Italian actress Alba Rohrwacher, French-Moroccan writer Leïla Slimani, Congolese director, documentarist, and producer Dieudo Hamadi, Korean director and screenwriter Hong Sangsoo, Mexican director, screenwriter, and producer Carlos Reygadas, and American actor Jeremy Strong. The Cannes jury panel will award its top prize, the Palme d'or, to one of the 21 films in Competition. Winners will be announced on May 24 at the closing ceremony of the festival. In the past, Indian film personalities such as Mrinal Sen, Mira Nair, Shekhar Kapur, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Nandita Das, Sharmila Tagore, Vidya Balan, and Deepika Padukone have served on the Cannes jury.
13 May,2025 07:30 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMonths leading up to the latest edition of the Cannes Film Festival, preparations were in place for Alia Bhatt's grand debut at the coveted event. She was supposed to attend the opening ceremony of the festival on Tuesday night. But mid-day has learnt that the Bollywood star has decided to skip the appearance at the last minute, owing to the sensitive situation across the country in the aftermath of the India-Pakistan conflict. Why Alia Bhatt will not attend Cannes 2025 "As the L'Oreal ambassador, Alia was supposed to make her Cannes debut. She was slated to attend the grand opening ceremony tonight, for which she had to fly over the weekend. But in the current times of geopolitical tension between India and Pakistan, she wanted to express solidarity with the country and decided against going," says a source. Though a ceasefire was announced on May 10, Saturday, the Jigra star was firm that she wouldn't take up her next commitment immediately. We, however, have also learnt that Alia might attend the festival in the coming days. "The festival is 11 days long. Of course, there were several activities planned around her today and tomorrow, but she is still contemplating if she can make it in the coming days. It will also depend on her schedule back home." Nevertheless, the 78th edition of the Cannes festival is going to register a huge Bollywood presence, with the team of Karan Johar-backed Homebound-- director Neeraj Ghaywan, actors Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, and veteran actors Sharmila Tagore and Simi Garewal set to attend. Alia Bhatt's work front Meanwhile, on the work front, Alia is busy filming her upcoming movie Alpha. Directed by Shiv Rawail, Alpha is set to be a notable addition to Yash Raj Films' acclaimed spy universe and is scheduled for release on December 25. It also stars Sharvari as the parallel lead and Bobby Deol as a menacing antagonist. She also has Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War with Ranbir and Vicky Kaushal. Alia earlier collaborated with Bhansali in the 2022 drama Gangubai Kathiawadi. This will be her second collaboration with Ranbir after Brahmastra, as well as Vicky after Raazi.
13 May,2025 06:07 PM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaThe season of re-release of iconic Hindi movies continues at the theatres. Joining the list of re-releases is the iconic romantic drama 'Dhadkan'. The film starring Shilpa Shetty, Akshay Kumar, and Suniel Shetty in the lead is a timeless iconic romantic film. Originally released over two decades ago, the film is returning to the theatres as a part of a special screening initiative to celebrate iconic Bollywood films. The memorable musical film will be released in selected theatres in India in a digitally remastered format, promising to offer better picture and sound quality. The film will be re-released on the big screens on May 23. About Dhadkan Directed by Dharmesh Darshan, Dhadkan tells a story of love, heartbreak, and emotional complexities. Shilpa Shetty played the role of Anjali, who is torn between her love for Dev, played by Suniel Shetty, and her loyalty towards her husband, Ram, played by Akshay Kumar. Besides an engaging narrative, the film's soulful songs, emotionally charged performances, and dramatic plot made the film a fan favourite. Now that the musical spectacle is set to hit the screens all over again, fans can't wait to experience the 'Dhadkan' magic in the theatres. The re-release of Dhadkan, which had created a wildfire upon its original release, is expected to attract the old and the young crowd who might have missed out on the memorable film. It is expected to create a nostalgic celebration of the early 2000s Bollywood, bringing back core memories for movie buffs. What is the Dhadkan cast doing now? All three major star cast of Dhadkan went on to craft a successful career for themselves. Akshay Kumar was last seen in the recently released film 'Kesari Part 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh' where he played the role of Dr C Sankaran Nair, a lawyer who fought against the British in the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He will next be seen in Housefull 5. Suniel Shetty, on the other hand, is gearing up for the release of the historical drama Kesari Veer with Sooraj Pancholi. He will be soon reuniting with Akshay Kumar for Hera Pheri 3. Shilpa Shetty is a an avid social media user posting fun videos and also takes up movies once a year. She was last seen in the film Sukhee and the web series 'Indian Police Force'.
13 May,2025 04:52 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAcclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi shared that life has come full circle for him, as he is shooting a social human drama film in his home state for the first time in over two decades in Hindi cinema. He also said that Hindi films are rarely shot in Bihar, making this experience even more special. Pankaj shared: "It’s hard to put into words what this moment means to me. I began my journey as a performer on the dusty streets of a small village in Bihar, doing theatre and ‘nukkad nataks’, never imagining that one day I would return to these very lanes with a film crew.” “After spending over two decades in Hindi cinema, this is the first time I am shooting a film in my home state, and it feels like life has come full circle. Hindi films are rarely shot in Bihar — the last I remember was Manoj Bajpayee’s ‘Shool’ in 2003 — so this experience is incredibly special and long overdue." The yet-untitled film, directed by Amit Rai of OMG 2 fame, brings together two storytellers who both hail from Bihar. The film, supported by the Bihar Film Niga, features a strong ensemble cast including Pawan Malhotra, Rajesh Kumar, and many talented actors from the Bihar film industry. With a 35-day shooting schedule, the film is being shot across real locations in Bihar. Pankaj added: "There is a different kind of magic in working on a story that’s rooted in your soil. I feel a deeper responsibility and an emotional connection to every scene, every location, every face I see here.” “Collaborating again with Amit Rai, who is also from Bihar, makes this project even more personal. We both understand the nuances, the language, the spirit of the land — and I believe that will reflect on screen.” The acclaimed star said that the upcoming film is also a tribute. “This film is more than just another project; it’s a heartfelt tribute to the place that made me who I am.” This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
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