After Manto, Rasika Dugal all set to a brand new avatar in Mirzapur

Over the years, Rasika Dugal, has been known for experimenting with various modes of entertainment. Having started with theatre, the actress soon took to the silver screen apart from doing television and then venturing into digital. She was in the news, recently, for portraying the role of Safia Manto, in Nandita Das' much-awaited Manto biopic. Rasika has so far played soft and exquisite characters, but now Rasika wants to break free and come out of her comfort zone and play something which we would not even imagine her playing.Not just her look but also her character in her next project will surprise all. After Ali Fazal and Vikrant Massey, it's now Rasika who is all set to join the cast of Amazon Prime's next original in India titled Mirzapur. In this series, Rasika is all set to play the character of a fierce and intense woman desired by every man in her village.Imagining Rasika Dugal in this character makes it very exciting as a viewer, after her sweet role in the recently released Tu Hai Mera Sunday. She was earlier seen in the web space with her award-winning short film, Chutney and also was seen in the popular TVF web series, Humorously Yours.

An Still from Victoria and Abdul

After a successful run across festivals, Victoria and Abdul the much awaited lead debut of Ali Fazal in Hollywood is releasing in home turf tomorrow across India. The film has opened a lot of doors for Ali Fazal who has been in the news recently to become the first Indian actor to sign a biopic in Hollywood. The film premiered at Venice International Film Festival and then went to Toronto International Film Festival before its UK and US release.The film even made its to #1 at the UK box office and at top spot of the Indie film genre in the US upon its release in select theatres.As the film releases in India, we look at some exclusive stills of the movie here which truly shows the absolute magnitude and royalty the film depicts set in the late 1800's Victorian empire. 

Karaoke World Championships India'17

The Mumbai City Finale round of the Karaoke World Championships India, was held at The Play, Lower Parel. Spotted at the do were Savio D'Sa, DJ Hardik, Merlin D'Souza, Caralisa Monteiro, Sai Gundewar, Brian Rub, Simran Ahujah, Mario Andrade and Glynis Luan Simoes among others. The evening was indeed an eventful one with the participants setting the stage afire with their incredible songs and with DJ Hardik, the Official DJ and Entertainment Curator for Karaoke World Championships India 2017, belting out some of his popular tracks, that kept the audience tap their feet till wee hours of the morning. Check out the adjacent pictures!

Director Sandeep Modi's Marathi Film ‘CHUMBAK’- is the OPENING FILM at Marathi Talkies MAMI Today

Swanand Kirkire, two times National award winner popular lyrics writer plays a full-fledged lead for the first time in director Sandeep Modi’s Marathi Film CHUMBAK. Chumbak is slated to be the opening film at Marathi Talkies of MAMI 2017 and is expected to have the prominent Bollywood personalities for this screening. Narain S Kumar who is closely associated with Subhash Kapoor of Jolly LLB fame forays into Marathi film industry with his debut Marathi film “CHUMBAK” as producer. 

“Chumbak” directed by National Award Winning Ad-filmmaker Sandeep Modi, stars Swanand Kirkire along with 15year old Pune boy Sahil Jadhav. Director Sandeep Modi, graduate from FTII, has assisted noted film-makers like Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Ashutosh Gowariker apart from being the associate director on Ram Madhvani's film NEERJA. 

CHUMBAK is a slice of life drama about the relationship between these two damned opposites, a 41year old who believes the world is as innocent as he himself, and a 14 year old who believes the world is as cunning as the one that fleeced him. Fifteen-year-old Baalu cleans tables at a restaurant in Mumbai. His dream is to have his own sugar cane stand and hoping to make the money quickly, he invests in a dubious scheme. Unfortunately, he loses all his savings. A bitter Baalu decides he’s going to con the world since it doesn’t value his honesty and hard work. So Baalu sets up his own scam, but when the only person to fall for it is an earnest, mentally-challenged man, he must choose between his dream and his humanity.

Speaking on the film, Producer Narain S Kumar said, “It is a coming of age story of this poor kid, Baalu who is on the verge of making the choices in life, till he meets Prasanna, a mentally slow man! Thrown on a roller coaster ride of circumstances together, Baalu find himself with the same dilemma again. Will the attraction of his dream make him sell his soul? Or will the pull of his conscience and Prasanna make him the man he once wanted to be? CHUMBAK is journey of these two opposites.” 

Chumbak is Written by Saurabh Bhave of Marathi Films - Taryenche Bhait & Haapus fame.   DOP  is Rangarajan Ramabadran an FTII Graduate and a well known name in Ads who won accolades for his first Marathi film “Happy Journey”. Costumes are by Sachin Lovlekar known for his work in Marathi Films as Court, Killa, Half Ticket, Dombivali Fast and Hindi Films as Pan Singh Tomar, Nil Battey Sannata, Madaari, Mumbai Meri Jaan, Laal Rang.Art Direction is by Prashant Bidkar of Marathi Films – Killa, Deool, Ek Hazarachi Note fame.Chumbak is Edited by Chandrashekhar Prajapati who has been associated with hit Hindi Films  as Jolly LLB 2, Piku, Vicky Donor, Madras Café, Bhootnath Returns, Nil Battey Sannata etc.Sound Design is by Allwin Rego Marathi Films Ventilator  & Hindi films  Fitoor, Kahaani, Rocky Handsome, Queen, Shaandaar to name a few. Music is by  Saket  Kanitkar . 

Chumbak is produced by Narain S Kumar under the banner of MIILONII MOVIEWORKSS. Producer Narain S Kumar of Miilonii Movieworkss has executed films like PHAS GAYE RE OBAMA, JOLLY LLB ( Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao,Saurabh Shukla, Boman Irani ) & JOLLYLLB2 (Akshay Kumar,Huma Qureshi,Annu kapur, Saurabh Shukla) which has changed the paradigm of commercial cinema and the idea of stars ensuring box office success. His other films include GUDDU RANGEELA (Arshad Warsi, Aditi Rao Hydari, Amit Sadh & Others), PHAS GAYE RE OBAMA (Rajat Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, Sanjay Mishra, Amol Gupte and others), AHISTA AHISTA (Abhay Deol & Soha Ali Khan); JOHN DAY (Naseeruddin Shah & Randeep Hooda).He has also produced TV shows TOTA WEDS MAINA (2013) starring Kavita Kaushik & Gaurav Gera for SAB TV and KHUSHIYON KI GULLAK AASHI (2014) for SONY PAL.

Diwali Gala Just Got More Prosperous With Reliance Jewels’ Offers

The Wide Varieties of Contemporary and Traditional Designs along with Exciting offers this Diwali at Reliance Jewels  Ushering in this festive and Diwali season, Reliance Jewels, one of India’s leading jewellery brands, has geared up with a range of special Diwali Dhamaka offers to celebrate the festival of lights. Bringing with it a power packed offering of the most beautifully ornate jewellery available, Reliance Jewels has made sure it is the one stop destination for all your needs. 

The incredibly attractive discounts of 100% off and up to 50% off on making charges for diamond and gold jewellery respectively are also sure to be a hit with customers!  Reliance Jewels is also offering a 5% flat discount on its Solitaire collection for the trend-setter women. With oxidised silver lock necklaces being the must-have of 2017, the bumper 25% concession on the MRP for silver jewellery is no less than a benediction for the Indian fashionista can be availed till 22nd October, 2017.  

Customers who want to invest in gold and silver coins can also avail a 50% markdown on making charges for coins weighing 10 gm and above. For SBI card users, the 5% cashback from 7th October to 17th October, 2017 is yet another reason to rejoice. Customers with Reliance One Card can also earn 2x points on gold and diamond jewellery.

Diwali, a time of prosperity, happiness, and celebration, is the ideal time for shopping for yourself, as well as buying gifts for your near and dear ones, and Reliance Jewels has something for everyone, including men, women, and even kids. With the entire country coming together during this season to share joyous moments and memories, the wide variety of traditional and contemporary designs at Reliance Jewels make it the perfect place to save up and shop smart. 

From low-hanging single earrings and silver wrist-cuffs to gold hand-chain-ring bracelets and choker necklaces, each piece of jewellery at Reliance Jewels is of the highest craftsmanship and the finest quality. Additionally, the vast range of intricate designs compliments your festive look perfectly, while also being affordable enough to make your festivities a little more joyous! Several other straight-off-the-runway trends are also available this Diwali, at bright discounts to make your festive bonanza more prosperous. With wide-ranging platters of precious jewellery to choose from, every customer can team up their fashion ensemble with accessories that spell perfection.Reliance Jewels is also bringing an offer to make shopping for Bhai Dooj gifts an absolute breeze, since gold bracelets and studded rings are in vogue for men this season. 

Highlighting the brand’s variety of designs, Mr. Sunil Nayak, CEO, Reliance Jewels said, “Festivals in India are incomplete without jewellery and sweets, and that is exactly why Reliance Jewels is going all out to bring its customers a range of sweet festive offers, in celebration of the spirit of Diwali. In honour of this mammoth festival that echoes in the hearts of every Indian, our wide range of Indo-Western, traditional and contemporary designs are not only unique and highly coveted, but also, of the highest quality and craftsmanship. As such, it is designed specifically to suit everyone’s taste and accentuate every person’s style.”