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Anil Kapoor on 'Thar': The film was brought to me by Harshvarrdhan
Talking about the film, Anil says, "Harshvarrdhan has a very unique approach and his choices of films are also very distinct. The film was brought to me by Harshvarrdhan and he was very passionate about the project and he played an integral part in this film coming together." It is also Harshvarrdhan Kapoor's debut as a producer.
Pulling Her Weight: Nimrat Kaur on how she got fat for 'Dasvi'
During a conversation, when Kapil Sharma asked Nimrat to elaborate on her weight gain process to which, Nimrat replies: "I had time, I had six months in hand so I put on weight at my own pace. I ate lots and enjoyed myself." Nimrat is seen essaying an interesting character of Bimmo, wife of Ganga Ram Chaudhary portrayed by Abhishek Bachchan.
Netflix: From video store chain to global entity that redefined entertainment
Today, Netflix has reached roughly 222 million paid members globally and aims to attract 800-900 million households that use either broadband internet or pay TV around the world. In 1997, Reed Hastings (now Chairman and President) and Marc Randolph had an idea to rent DVDs by mail. They tested the concept by mailing themselves a DVD. The DVD arrived intact, and the idea for Netflix was born.
Kathryn Bigelow to direct 'Aurora' for Netflix
Filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow, who became the first woman to win a directing Oscar in 2010 for 'The Hurt Locker', will direct 'Aurora', based on David Koepp's upcoming thriller novel of the same name, for the streamer Netflix. Koepp will also write the film's screenplay, which will join his long list of credits including 'Mission: Impossible' and 'Jurassic Park', reports 'Variety'.
'Peaky Blinders' Season 6 confirms Netflix release date
The show, which stars Cillian Murphy, will hit the streamer on June 10. Season 6 is also set to be the final season of the hit series, although a film adaptation is in the works. It is set to go into production in 2023, reports variety.com. The latest season of the show will air without one crucial character, however: Aunt Polly, who was played by Helen McRory. McRory tragically died of cancer last April.
Netflix suspends service in Russia amid invasion of Ukraine
Netflix had four Russian originals in the works, including a crime thriller series directed by Dasha Zhuk, which was shooting and has since been put on hold. Netflix also recently refused to carry 20 Russian free-to-air propaganda channels that it was required to host under the Russian law.
Netflix to launch first interactive daily quiz show on April 1
Streaming giant Netflix is reportedly launching its first interactive daily quiz show -- Trivia Quest -- on April 1. Streaming giant Netflix is reportedly launching its first interactive daily quiz show -- Trivia Quest -- on April 1. The Trivia Crack-inspired series will present 24 multiple-choice questions around topics like art and science while weaving a narrative into the experience, reports Engadget.
Pamela Anderson announces Netflix documentary
Hollywood star Pamela Anderson is telling her story, her way, with a new documentary set to release on the streaming giant Netflix.Anderson's son Brandon Thomas Lee, who serves as a producer on the project, reposted the note on his Instagram story emphasising the phrase, "The real story", as did her younger son Dylan Jagger Lee, reports variety.com.
Netflix pauses all projects, acquisitions from Russia
Streaming giant Netflix has paused all future projects and acquisitions from Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine. Streaming giant Netflix has paused all future projects and acquisitions from Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine.
Randeep Hooda to star in Netflix's revenge drama series 'Cat'
This series marks Randeep's return to Netflix after his role in the Chris Hemsworth-starrer 'Extraction'. Randeep said, "'Cat' again has all the elements to appeal to a global audience. It has given me an opportunity to explore new facets as an actor in a simple but intriguing script. Can't wait to see the audience reaction to the series." About an innocent man, 'Cat' is a crime thriller set against the backdrop of the Punjab hinterlands. He is thrown into a deep, drug trafficking conspiracy between gang lords, cops and political powers.
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