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Rohan Sippy: Key to any adaptation is not to make it look like a 'copy-paste' job
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Decoding the process, Rohan told IANS: "When it comes to 'Mithya' we have to understand that it is a British show and we are making an Indian version of the core story. So, there will be some similarities of the main narrative but at the same time, it is an Indianised version. So, where we are setting the story, our society, our mindset everything has to be included in the story to make it relatable.
Sanjay Dutt launches production house Three Dimension Motion Pictures
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Sanjay cites the recent pan-Indian box office success of South Indian film 'Pushpa' and the films of 'Baahubali' filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli as an example of the vanished larger-than-life heroism in Bollywood, reports variety.com. "We're trying to get back what we had, what the South Indian films are doing now," Dutt tells Variety. "When we entered the film industry, we started off with the heroism, the heroic roles, the mass love and everything, and I just saw that stopping. And I am trying to revive that."
Bhumi opens up about getting into the skin of her 'Badhaai Do' character
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Commenting on her character, a lesbian sports instructor who marries a gay cop (played by Rajkummar Rao), Pednekar said: "She is somebody whose life is very different from mine and that is not because of our sexual preferences, it is more about the choices one makes in life. I am somebody who has lived her life full of freedom. My character does not have that privilege."
Rajkummar, Bhumi's secret is out with 'Badhaai Do' trailer
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The three-minute and six-second trailer revolve around a marital setting between Rajkummar and Bhumi, only to know that there are a lot of secrets between these two to unfold. The two disclose the secrets to each other that they both are from the LGBTQ+ community.
Shruti Haasan to conduct live Instagram sessions on social issues for b'day
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Sources close to Shruti, whose birthday falls on January 28, said the actress has been overwhelmed with all the love pouring in from her fans who have begun celebrating the month as her birthday month.
Act 1, scene 1: Actor Urvashi Rautela to be seen in adaptation of 'The Merchant of Venice'
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The actor, Urvashi Rautela who is working with a wide variety of directors and is part of films with diverse budgets feels that what really matters is the story she is part of.
Ayushmann: 'An Action Hero' is mounted at a scale that deserves to be shot in big locations
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Ayushmann Khurrana, who is currently in London shooting for his next, An Action Hero, is excited to be shooting for the first time in the UK as it will help him explore the beauty of the country, its art and heritage. The film, directed by debutant Anirudh Iyer, will see Ayushmann essaying the role of an action star, who indulges in reallife action for the reasons that will be revealed during the course of the film. The actor reveals that a film like An Action Hero required a certain scale of canvas. Hence, shooting in London was essential.
Prajakta Koli becomes UNDP India's first youth climate champion
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The title has been conferred to her following her contribution towards mental health, women's rights and girl child education through various global social campaigns. UNDP aims to eliminate poverty, achieve sustainable growth and scale up human development in countries where it is required the most. She has become India's first UN Development Programme (UNDP) Youth Climate Champion under her partnership with the organisation.
Parineeti Chopra is grateful to directors who have brought the best out of her
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Parineeti says, "I'm lucky to have been directed by some of the best cinematic geniuses in Indian cinema. Such experiences have only enriched me and made me a better performer. As an actor, one needs to constantly evolve and collaborate with people who can push you to excel, who can open horizons for you and make your craft better."
Farhan Akhtar recalls shooting of 'Lakshya' in Ladakh on 'Mission Frontline'
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Filmmaker Rohit Shetty and Farhan Akhtar will be seen together on the show. Both will be spending a day with the Rashtriya Rifle soldiers and J&K Police's Special Operations Group in Srinagar.
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