Fox Star Studios and Amole Gupte to recreate the magic!

CINEMA WITH A HEART: FOX STAR STUDIOS AND AMOLE GUPTE TO RECREATE THE MAGIC

 It is a matter of great pride and achievement that  Fox Star Studios and Amole Gupte’s Stanley Ka Dabba is debuting in newer international markets. The film will be releasing in Japan on June 29th 2013 even as it has already travelled to fifteen international markets, from America to Europe to Far East.

Following its tremendous worldwide critical and popular acclaim, Fox Star Studios is once again partnering with the celebrated film maker,  for his next untitled directorial venture. The film, which will carry the indelible stamp of Amole's cinema will bring alive yet another heart-warming story with a universal appeal. While talking about his latest venture Amole Gupte says, " In this land of a billion dreams, it will always be a challenge to record the spirit and energy of dreamers that move mountains. This summer, I have set off on this exciting trail and I am thankful to  Fox Star Studios for keeping the faith and travelling with me.”

For Fox Star Studios, this film is yet another example of the studio's commitment towards supporting and creating high content cinema - that has the power to break through and create a difference while ensuring its entertainment quotient.  Vijay Singh, CEO, Fox Star Studios, adds, " We are delighted to partner with Amole and Deepa on their next film. Amole brings a unique vision to film making and his philosophy of 'ethical cinema with a heart ' is inspiring and path-breaking. At Fox Star, we are committed to nurturing and developing high concept films -be it Stanley Ka Dabba or Jolly LLB - and Amole's next film is definitely the one that will tug at our hearts”

MILLS & BOON GLOBAL NOVELS NOW IN HINDI & TAMIL

 

Launch of first two Hindi titles ‘Raaste Pyaar Ke’ and ‘Punar Milan’ and Tamil titles ‘Bossin Kadhal’ and ‘Avargal Meendum Inainthaargal’ at an outlet near you at affordable prices -

India, June 20, 2013 - Harlequin Enterprises Ltd., the publishers of the iconic and most widely read romance fiction series Mills & Boon, whose suave, successful and good-looking heroes are the fantasy of millions of women - young or old - across the world, now has a new category of books that cater exclusively to the regional population of India. Riding on the phenomenal success of the English romantic fiction genre in India, the global leader in romance announced today its ground breaking foray into the Indian regional publishing market with its signature romances available in Hindi, Malayalam, Marathi and Tamil. As part of this initiative, the much loved brand also announced the launch of the very first two Hindi titles “Raaste Pyaar Ke” and “Punar Milan”, which will be available on stands across kiosks and all major retail outlets. The first two Tamil titles, “Bossin Kadhal” and “Avargal Meendum Inainthaargal” will be in the form of bi-monthly magazine and will also feature horoscopes and educative write-ups on everything pertaining to love, friendship and romance, apart from fiction stories. This feat records another first for the popular publisher in India which has been producing only English titles for the past five years.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Manish Singh, Country Manager, Harlequin India Pvt. Ltd. states, "There is a growing demand for content in regional languages which is fuelled by growth in literacy & exposure to global trends. Harlequin is publishing content in over 31 languages across the globe and given our commitment to the Indian market, regional language is a natural business extension. We believe that this would further build on the equity & popularity of Mills & Boon as romance is a universal phenomenon that transcends language barriers. This initiative, like all others, is aimed to bring Mills & Boon closer to the Indian readers.”

Mr. Vikas Rakheja, Managing Director, Manjul Publishing adds on, “Manjul Publishing House has an established and successful Marathi translations programme and a deep market penetration in the Marathi book-market. So, it was only natural for us to tie up with Harlequin for the distribution of the Marathi language translations for their iconic M&B brand.”

To enter the world of Harlequin is to travel the globe. With 1,200 authors worldwide, 1,300 new titles per annum, 31 languages and available in over 111 countries, Mills & Boon has maintained its foothold in the romance fiction genre as a market trailblazer for over a century. Having sold 6.05 billion books since its inception in 1949, the company continues to write its own remarkable publishing story. Mills & Boon Hindi novels are being exclusively distributed by Manjul Publishing House, which has single-handedly created a niche for Hindi and Indian language translations of international bestsellers in the Indian publishing industry, and is today a front-runner in this segment. SV Book Supply Co. Pvt. Ltd., Manjul’s book distribution arm, covers 1200 bookseller accounts throughout India. 

Mills & Boon Hindi are available at kiosks, bookstores & organized retail stores for Rs. 75/-. Mills & Boon Tamil are available at newsstands, bookstores & organized retail stores for an introductory price of Rs. 10/-

“SHUDDH DESI ROMANCE” TEASER TRAILER OUT

 Catch Raghu (Sushant Singh Rajput) and Gayatri (Parineeti Chopra) in the candid, fun and charming Shuddh Desi Romance - Raghu & Gayatri Teaser, set against the background track ‘Ek Chidiya, Anek Chidiya’. (Song courtesy: Films Division, Government of India). 

This is the first teaser promo from YRF’s Shuddh Desi Romance, which also stars Rishi Kapoor and debutant Vaani Kapoor. The film is directed by Maneesh Sharma, written by Jaideep Sahni, and produced by Aditya Chopra. 

Shuddh Desi Romance - Raghu & Gayatri Teaser is sure to pique your curiosity! Check it out: http://youtu.be/sZYkT2AihQo 

SHUDDH DESI ROMANCE — a romantic comedy that finally tells it like it is, releases worldwide on 13th September 2013.

COLUMBIA PICTURES BEGINS DEVELOPMENT ON “BAD TEACHER 2”

Columbia Pictures is developing Bad Teacher 2, to be directed by Jake Kasdan and written by Justin Malen, it was announced today by Doug Belgrad, President of Columbia Pictures, and Hannah Minghella, president of Production for the studio.  Jimmy Miller, Jake Kasdan, Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky will produce the film, and Melvin Mar will executive produce. The project is being developed for Cameron Diaz to star in the film but no deal is yet set with the actress. 

Commenting on the announcement, Minghella said, “Bad Teacher was a hit not just in North America, but throughout the world. We’re excited that Jake will be returning to develop and helm the sequel.  We love Justin’s take on the material – it hits all the notes that made the first film such a breakthrough hit and also takes the characters in a new direction that is fresh and fun.” 

When it was released in 2011, Bad Teacher was a global hit taking in $216 million. It was also recently announced that “Bad Teacher” will be coming to CBS television next season in a half-hour series starring Ari Graynor.  The Sony Pictures Television and CBS Television Studios co-production received a 13-episode midseason order.  

Columbia Pictures Senior Vice President of Production Jonathan Kadin will oversee development of the project for the studio along with Minghella. 

Jake Kasdan is in pre-production on Sony Pictures’ Sex Tape, also starring Cameron Diaz, with Jason Segel.  He most recently directed and executive produced episodes of the hit series “New Girl.”  Kasdan made his feature film debut as writer and director of Zero Effect and also directed the pilots for the television series “Freaks and Geeks” and “Undeclared”; returning to feature films, he directed Orange County, wrote, directed and produced The TV Set, co-wrote and directed Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, and directed and executive produced Bad Teacher. 

Justin Malen’s feature film screenplay Bastards was named on The Black List of one of the best unproduced screenplays in 2011.  He also completed a rewrite of the comedy project The Manny for Red Wagon and Sony Pictures Entertainment. 

Malen is represented by Verve and H2F, and Eisenberg and Stupnitsky are repped by Mosaic and WME. Kasdan is represented by WME. 

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The Gangs of Wasseypur team are back in AKFPL's film SHORTS to release on 12th July - sending you teaser, poster. synopsis & other details

A little about the film:

•A unique partnership between India’s leading production house, AKFPL; patrons of art & cinema, Tumbhi and India’s largest multiplex chain, PVR Cinemas. 

•Produced by director Anurag Kashyap and producer Guneet Monga, who are forerunners in this changing scenario in Indian film industry.  (Dev D, Gangs of Wasseypur, No Smoking, Udaan)

•Introducing accolade winning Short Films in a feature format to the Indian theatres.

Bringing together critically acclaimed actors such as Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Huma Qureshi, Richa Chadda, Vineet Singh, Shweta Tripathi amongst others

The 5 films include Sujata, Epilogue, Audacity, Mehfuz and Shor. Below are the details:

1. SUJATA by Shlok Sharma 

Starring: Huma Qureshi, Shweta Tripathi, Satya Anand &Aditya Kumar.

Sujata is a riveting tale of a young girl, who is struggling to come out of the clutches of her tormenting cousin brother. At a very young age, she is forced to live with her cousin and his family. Herein, begins a life of incessant harassment by her cousin brother. 

Even as an adult she lives in the shadow of fear. For years, she changes addresses and identities in the hope of finding freedom; but each time he hunts her down. Neither the police, nor the NGOs are able to help her. Pushed to a corner, she decides to take the extreme step. 

2. EPILOGUE by Siddharth Gupta

Starring: Richa Chaddha  and Arjun Shrivastav

A relationship that has already fallen apart and is just about to snap. It describes the love and intimacy, the entangling of two lives and the completely symbiotic nature of a couple.

It reflects the possessiveness  control isolation, depression and desperation that a relationship can lead to, representing a cycle that needs to be broken in order to keep sane. 

3. AUDACITY by Anirban Roy

Starring Preeti Singh, Sankar Debnath and Kanchan Mullick.

A thirteen-year-old girl has her first real confrontation with authority when her father forbids her to play the American dance music she loves. When she decides to take revenge, the situation escalates to become a neighbourhood scandal.

A dark comedy about parental authority, teenage rebellion, curry, whiskey, and house music.

4. MEHFUZ by Rohit Pandey

Starring: Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Aditi Khanna

In an ambiguous space and time. The city has turned mad, as violence has taken its toll. But, far away in the sounds of silence at the border of the town, a man takes care of all the death around. He drags away this usual routine with every passing night.

One night, he notices a strange woman wandering on empty streets. As her behavior changes, so does his journey.

5. SHOR by Neeraj Ghaywan

Starring: Vineet Singh and Ratnabali Bhattacharjee

Lallan and Meena, a couple from Banaras, are consumed by their pursuit to survive in the city of  Mumbai. Meena takes up a job in a sewing factory.

One day over a phone call, they find each other while embracing death, divorce and redemption. It takes the darkest hour of our life, the fear of death, to regain our consciousness back in to life.  To find the beauty that is lost in our relentless angst towards an unyielding life.