Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI) launches MAMI Film Club

The MAMI FILM CLUB will conduct year round events which include film screenings, Master classes, Film Appreciation Workshops, Knowledge Bootcamps, Digital Knowledge Series and Special Film Programmes for Children and Young Adults

 Mumbai, April, 2016: This is a watershed moment in the illustrious journey of Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI). In MAY, the academy is all set to launch its first ever Film Club that Not that, which will will conduct year round events with the goal to bring together film lovers from different walks of life.

 The MAMI Film Club is a platform for filmmakers and film lovers, which is dedicated to igniting and cultivating a passion for cinema. Through year-round activities such as screenings, masterclasses, in-depth conversations with talent, and workshops, the Club aims to inspire and fuel creativity.  There will also be activities designed to engage children and young adults, with the vision to nurture our future audiences.

 Cinema educates, transforms and broadens sensibilities. The charter of the MAMI Film Club is to seed and grow an eco-system for cinema, and to champion cinema – from India and around the world.

 Ms Kiran Rao, Chairperson, MAMI says “We are very excited to announce the MAMI Film Club, a brand new initiative that will give cinema lovers in Mumbai many more occasions to meet and share ideas through the year. We plan to have carefully curated workshops, masterclasses and interactions with leading filmmakers, technicians and actors, and film screenings as part of the activities of the Club. We hope that the Club will help continue a rich conversation around cinema all year round.”

The MAMI Film Club will screen a host of curated series of uncensored movies and the best of cinema from around the world. Masterclasses will be hosted with some of the most renowned and successful creators working in film, both from India and abroad, to encourage conversations on cinema with an aim to nurture, support, engage, educate and entertain. As a pre-cursor to Half-Ticket, MAMI’s year round roster of activities will also feature Special Film Programmes for Children and Young Adults to introduce cinema from all around the world to them and do post screening sessions.  

Ms. Anupama Chopra, Director, MAMI said, “The MAMI Film Club is a place for film lovers.  We want to nurture a passion for cinema.  We hope people across the city will partake in this feast of films, conversations and workshops.  Together, we will nurture a strong film culture in India’s movie capital."

The club will also have a special focus on Knowledge Bootcamps that will be held for industry members to encourage and enable exchange of knowledge and information within the industry, and foster a more cohesive work culture.

Smriti Kiran, Creative Director, MAMI- " A culture of sharing needs to be encouraged. Everyone can benefit from the experience of their colleagues. How can we expect any progress if we do not stand together and strengthen each other? With this club one of our big hopes is to bring the industry together."

MAMI also wants to take this opportunity to thank title partner Jio and associate partner Star Network for their continued support in building the academy and as a result bolstering the cultural movement in the city and the country.

The first MAMI film club event will be announced in the first week of May 2016.

Ranbir Kapoor superhero movie shelved!

A Mumbai based English daily published a report on shelving of Ayan Mukherji’s superhero movie. Under title  ‘Ayan Mukerji’s superhero project with Ranbir shelved'. According to this report Ranbir Kapoor's life and career is not going right way. Relationship is uncertain. His last four films were flop and his proposed next film Jagga Jasoos shrouded in uncertainty. One now 'hears' that Ranbir’s ambitious super-hero film directed by his best friend Ayan Mukerji has been shelved. Producer Karan Johar no longer finds an Indian superhero film financially feasible since there is so many of them being done in Hollywood with much more resources at their disposal. Besides Remo d’Souza is also directing a super-hero film with Tiger Shroff. Apparently this report was very nasty and naturally does not go well to Ranbir. Ranbir Kapoor retaliate like super hero. Ranbir Kapoor retweeted news paper twitter account and commented,“If the writer of this article wants a small role in the film, bol do. No need to feel dejected & say it's shelved”.

 

Yo Yo Honey Singh with a Bhojpuri twist on The Kapil Sharma Show

From enacting various characters to mimicing various personalities, this team is always at their creative best! This Saturday, Kapil Sharma and his team will welcome Yo Yo Honey Singh to their show who will make audiences groove to his tunes as he sings to some of his hit tracks. To add to the fun, Sunil Grover and Kiku Sharda will sing Honey Singh’s song, Desi Kalakar. What is interesting is that the song will be sung a la Sunil and Kiku style.

The duo will don Bhojpuri avatar where they ace the look with faultless accent and attire. They will surprise fans of Honey Singh by singing his uber popular song, Desi Kalakar with a Bhojpuri twist. While Sunil will be seen singing the song, Kiku will assist him on a dhol. What follows is lots of giggles and laughter!

To know more watch The Kapil Sharma Show only on Sony Entertainment Television every Saturday & Sunday at 9 PM

Roop Durgapal enters Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi

The talented and gorgeous actor Roop Durgapal is all set to join the cast of Sony Entertainment Television’s Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi. The show which has many interesting twists lined up, will see a new turn in its storyline with Roop’s entry. The pretty actor will be seen essaying the character of a simple beautiful girl, Kareena, who will be smitten with the lead protagonist Dev aka Shaheer Sheikh. Confirming the same Roop said, ‘‘Yes, I am entering Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi soon. The main reason why I accepted this role is because I’m getting a chance to play a positive character after a long time. Through this show, I will be able to showcase my versatility. Also, today the characters cannot be determined by the clothes they wear. Even though my look is of a modern girl in the show, she is very much traditional and positive at heart. It is unlike the roles I have played in the past. I am also looking forward to work with Supriya Pilgaonkar and Shaheer Sheikh.”

To know what new turn Dev and Sonakshi’s story will take with Kareena’s entry, stay tuned to Kuch Rang Pyar Ke Aise Bhi, Monday to Friday at 9:30pm only on Sony Entertainment Television

Delhi's Deputy Chief Minister applauds"Shortcut Safaari"

A special screening of upcoming jungle adventure film Shortcut Safaari starring 7 Children was held in Delhi for 300 plus school principals. Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi Manish Sisodia was the guest of honour at the screening who was visibly very impressed with the film. Prior to being elected to the Legislative Assembly of Delhi, Sisodia was a social activist and a journalist. This movie took him down the memory lane as he shared, “I have traveled to jungles a lot and in my journalism days I have gone through many safaris and through deep forest areas. Thanks for reminding me of those days.” He further continued, “As an education minister, this film is very important for me because  we have been trying to teach the kids about the environment, the  eco-system and the importance of balancing the nature. And in a very easy to understand way, this film has made them live this. That’s very important for them. I think it has made our jobs easy. The film gives you a first hand experience of being in a safari. It’s a great film,” said Sisodia, who also holds the Finance and Planning, Revenue, Services, Power, Education, Higher Education, Information Technology, Technical Education, Administrative Reforms portfolios in the government of Delhi.Jimmy Sheirgill starrer Shortcut Safari is all set to release on 29th April. This adventure film traces the lives of a few school going kids who get stuck in a dense forest during their outing. Directed by Amitabha Singh, Shortcut Safaari has been screened at various film festivals and applauded a lot for the children's performances. Amitabha Singh has been the DOP on the Oscar nominated The Good Road. Shortcut Safaari features Aashi Rawal, Sharvil Patel, Mann Patel, Ugam Khetani, Stuti Dwivedi, Deah Tandon and Hardil Kanabar. Jointly produced by Xebec Films Pvt. Ltd, Kashyap A Shah & Amigos Fin-o-tainment, Shortcut Safaari aims to deliver a very effective message to conserve Mother Nature.