Freida Pinto and Ali Fazal to spearhead a talk in Melbourne on Indian Actors making it big in Hollywood!

The two pioneering young names from India excelling in the west, Ali Fazal and Freida Pinto are now coming together! The duo who will soon fly to the land down under are the key guests at the upcoming Indian Film Festival Of Melbourne 2018. These two names who have in their own way been making a unique space for themselves in the west will be delivering a talk to Australian audiences about the topic of Indian actors making it big in Hollywood! This cross cultural topic will have them expressing their views and opinions on the challenges and the need to overcome the stereotypes associated with being a non American actor working in the West. Freida who’s flying in from Los Angeles, her current home will also be attending the Australian premiere of her film, Love Sonia and Ali has been elected as the Jury member for the Short Film Awards category at the festival.

Ali Fazal said, "It’s always interesting to talk to people of different countries and background. It gives you great perspective. This in fact is my first time to Australia and to get a chance to interact with film lovers and film students on a topic about crossing over is exciting and there’s so much to speak about. I remember during the promotions and post release of Victoria And Abdul, when I spoke to people such varied background, everyone had such interesting ideas of cinema and it’s role. So I’m looking forward to do this talk and discussion alongside someone talented like Freida."

The panel discussion will also have director Tabrez Noorani, who’s film Love Sonia is also the opening night film of the fest. It’s all set to take place at Deakin Edge in Melbourne on 11th August where audiences from across Australia comprising of students and general audience will be in attendance..

Manto to be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival 2018

Saadat Hasan Manto (1912-1955) is considered one of the greatest writers born , with his literature being well ahead of its time.  Bringing alive the legacy of the man and his turbulent yet inspirational story on the silver screen is Nandita Das’s directorial venture, Manto. The film that was selected as India’s official entry at the Cannes Film Festival & a special presentation at the Sydney Film Festival, has now be selected for a screening at the prestigious Toronto Film Festival 2018 (TIFF).  The film festival is scheduled from September 6th to 16th this year.

Elated with the announcement, Ajit Andhare – COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures said, “Saadat Hasan Manto’s life and work on celluloid is a dream we have nurtured with Nandita for a while now. Manto’s journey as a film could not have started on a more positive note with the film’s selection at the prestigious film festivals at Cannes, Sydney and now Toronto,.”

Nandita Das shared, “I have been to TIFF as an actor many a time, right from my first film, Fire, in 1996. The last time I was there was for the world premiere of Firaaq in 2008. So, it has been 10 long years! I am so looking forward to being back, and that too with Manto. TIFF attracts a very engaged and enthusiastic audience - both international and the diaspora of the Subcontinent. Excited!"

Portraying the fearless writer Manto is the versatile Nawazuddin Siddiqui while Rasika Dugal plays his ever-supportive wife; Safia. The film also features an ensemble star cast of Rishi Kapoor, Javed Akhtar, Ranvir Shorey, Paresh Rawal, Gurdas Mann, Divya Dutta and many more.

Manto marks a first of its kind collaboration of Viacom18 Motion Pictures one of India’s biggest movie stories, known for bringing ground breaking content to audiences in India and around the world, with the technology brand HP Inc. that has also come on board through its recently launched content arm - HP Studios. The film is produced by Filmstoc & co-produced by Shamas Nawab Siddiqui and Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Magic If Films along with En Compagnie des Lamas, one of the leading independent producers in France.

With Dumdaar Salman Khan, it always feels like you are with family – Himesh Reshammiya

Que- How was your experience on the show with Salman khan?

Himesh- My experience was excellent. I am on the sets of Dus ka Dum for the second time. The first time when I came here, we had a lot of fun in that season too. Just being around Salman Khan who is so energetic and humorous at the same time is always entertaining. Guru also added to the amusement. With Dumdaar Salman, it always feels like you are with a family member.

Que- Did you notice any difference between the last season and this season? 

Himesh- I think this time the season is even more entertaining, because it has an emotional connect with the audience. In terms of the questions we see  are also very relatable. This is the reason when I was chatting and playing with Salman, it felt like I was talking to someone from the family. 

Que-How did you feel seeing Salman Khan back as a Dumdaar host? 

Himesh-I feel Salman Khan is not only a super star but the greatest human being. Because of the kind of charity he does, the kind of noble thoughts he has and the love and care he shows towards his close ones. I think that, this not only makes him a superstar in films, but a superstar in real life as well. He is a real hero. 

Que-Which Question did you find most amusing and what do you think about the janta’s anumaan? 

Himesh-I made a mistake while answering the last question by going along with the audience’s anumaan. I had almost decided to hit the bar of 90% to 100% and then I trusted the studio audience and locked a window of 60% to 70%. 

Que- What is that one question you would like to give out about yourself that will keep people guessing? 

Himesh-I want people to keep guessing if I am an intense human being or a jovial person. Because people have their own conclusions about me. It is fun when they keep trying to guess this.

Mahaveer Jain host’s a special screening of film ‘ Chalo Jeete Hain ‘ in Mumbai & Delhi

The screening of a special film Chalo Jeete Hain in Mumbai saw the who’s who of the entertainment corporate, and political world present. 

Amit Shah (National President BJP) and Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra were the first to arrive for the screening of the film, which is inspired from a childhood incident of Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 

Finance Minister, Piyush Goyal, Sachin Tendulkar, Mukesh Ambani, Akshay Kumar, Kangana Ranaut, Ajay Piramal, Kumar Manglam Birla, Sajjan Jindal, Uday Shankar , Deepak Parikh, Gautam Singhania, Motilal Oswal and  Prasoon Joshi and many more prominent personlaieties were present for the screening of Chalo Jeete Hain.

Chalo Jeete Hain had screening in Delhi at Rashtrapati Bhavan for Honorable President , in Parliamnet for Vice President, Speaker of Lokshabha, Cabinet Ministers etc. 

Film presenter & producer Mahaveer Jain and Mangesh Hadawale were present in all the screenings. 

Mukesh Ambani said - 

It’s a very inspiring movie, I’m touched with the message of the film. all should watch this.

BJP president Amit Shah Said - this movie will continue living on our hearts forever.

Master batsman Sachin Tendulkar after watching Chalo Jeete Hain observed, “The learning from this movie is that adversities and challenges are faced by all of us. The people who inspire millions do not always have the best of everything but whatever they have, they make the best of it. That is the greatest message. There is a good learning and message for all of us from respected Prime Minister Modiji’s childhood story. He followed what his heart told him, and the results have been great and that is what the message is from this movie. I am sure it will have a huge impact for a number of generations to come and we will take all the positives out of this movie.”

Akshay Kumar was asked who he lives for and he replied that he lives for respect for women

Bollywood star Kangana Ranaut said "Film is well made and its just not about one individual but all of us. We as a society need to come together".

CM Devendra Fadnavis added, “Today, I am deeply inspired by this film. This film has also thrown light on what all shaped the inner core and personality of our Prime Minister in his formative years and how he thought for others when he himself did not have enough. I am positive that there is a learning for all of us from this film because it is bound to inspire anyone who watches it. I would like to congratulate the cast and crew of the film of Chalo Jeete Hain.”

Finance minister Piyush Goyal remarked, “The film is based on an incident from Prime Minister Nadrendra Modi’s life which is bound to motivate others to do good.

Presenter & Producer Mahaveer Jain said - a Young Naru has become our PM now, but since last 50 years - he is still living his life for us, not for himself but for others , for our country .

That’s what inspired us to make this film.

Director Mangesh Hadawale said - hum kis ke liye Jeete hai , this is the question to think about our self deeply ? 

Film is presented by Mahaveer Jain and Aanand L Rai.

Film is produced by Mahaveer Jain & Bhushan Kumar.

Salman Khan made me feel comfortable throughout the shoot- Guru Randhawa

Que- How was your experience on the show with Salman khan? 

Guru- We had a lot fun while shooting for the show. I will cherish this moment as this is the show where I got an opportunity to share the stage with Salman sir and my favorite Himesh paaji. Initially I was scared of coming to this platform because one has to be an outgoing personality on the stage and speak a lot as well. But Salman sir made me feel comfortable throughout the shoot. Overall, I had a great experience working with him and being a part of Dus Ka Dum. The money that we earned while playing Dus Ka Dum will certainly go to charity and what can be a nobler cause than that.

Que- Do you support charity? 

Guru- Yes, I do support charity. In our life, we should always help people who need support. Even if we cannot help anyone financially, we should extend a helping hand in some or the other way. 

Que- What is that one question you would like to give out about yourself that will keep people guessing? 

Guru- Which spray do I use to style my hair? Laughs! Keep guessing. 

Que- How does it feel launching your song on such a platform? 

Guru- For the very first time in my life, I have released my song on such a huge platform and it wouldn’t have been possible without the support of Salman Khan, Dus ka Dum team and Sony Entertainment Television. I thank each one of them and Himesh paaji as well.