ROHIT GUPTA “EXCITED” FOR HIS BIG BOLLYWOOD DEBUT: HINTS A BIG BANNER.

Rohit Gupta, popularly known as “Digital King, Next Generation Star” is thrilled about his Bollywood debut. However, the actor refrains from sharing details about the banner and the director says it’s his “BIG” Bollywood debut for a reason.

While Rohit poses all the elements to slip into any character with a lot of ease, he has been conscious and selective about his decisions regarding his debut.

“I have been entertaining people for the longest time now. I understand the business. I have promoted many big films in the past which gave me a lot of exposure. It was then, directors saw my potential as an actor. I have been reading scripts for a few years now but nothing really clicked until now” says Rohit.

He also emphasizes that as much as the banner and the director is important, he underlines the fact that the length and significance of his role in the film are equally important “Length and significance of my role run parallel. I may debut with the biggest banner and the best director but if my role doesn’t contribute to the story, it’s meaningless”

 Hiten Tejwani will be seen in a Suspense Thriller film Shatranj 

Television’s popularity might be unparalleled, but even today, most actors treat it as a stepping stone to films. Not Hiten Tejwani. For him, commitment towards his roles — irrespective of the medium — was always more important than chasing big-screen dreams. Of course, he has featured in a few Bollywood films over the years, but he has never vied for them. Nor did he leave TV for movies. However, as they, patience does bear fruit, eventually.

The talented actor has now bagged the lead role in a movie titled ‘Shatranj’. Directed by Dushyant Pratap Singh, it’s touted to be an edge-of-the-seat thriller. The film is produced by Anand Prakash, Mrinalini Singh, and Fahim Rustam Qureshi of Anand Motion Pictures, Origin Film Lab, and Dushyant Corporation. Talking about it, Hiten says, “We have started the shoot and are hoping for a theatrical release. When Dushyant approached me, he told me that the story was written keeping me in mind. What bigger compliment can an actor receive! Today, there is a role for every actor, irrespective of his/her age. I am glad that we have reached a stage where people are thinking out of the box and exploring realistic concepts. The new-gen filmmakers focus on content, quality, and cast actors who suit the part. To a great extent, that’s also because the audience has evolved,   owing to the exposure to desi and international platforms. You can’t fool them anymore.” Other actors in Shatranj are Kavita Tripathi, Shawar Ali, Ashutosh Kaushik, Hemant Pandey, Pankaj Berry, and Ekta Jain.

The actor says that he never wanted to pursue a career in films at the cost of his work on television. “I have missed out on a lot of films, as I had no time back then, owing to my busy schedule. Besides, I have always wanted to do justice to whatever role I take up. I believe that I have sustained for so long because I didn’t try to sail in two boats at the same time. In my entire career, I have never quite a show. I could never accept the idea of leaving television and returning to it just because I didn’t succeed in films. Whatever I am today is because of television, and I will never forget that” he shares.

Interestingly, it’s not just his busy schedule that’s at fault. Hiten lost out on a lot of opportunities also because B-Town folks assumed that he was busy with television shows. “I have been told by several people that my name would be rejected at the table itself because they would think that I had no time. Of course, there was also the stigma attached to casting television actors because of overexposure,” he says, adding, “I am glad that trend is changing, and we are open to casting actors from all mediums if they suit the character. At the end of the day, an actor should not be slotted on the basis of the medium he is seen on. Having said that, I have no complaints. Back then, I was at the top of my game on television. Today, I am happy to enjoy the best of both worlds. While I am doing a TV show, ‘Gupta Brothers Char Kunware From Ganga Kinare’, I am also shooting for Shatranj Film. Thankfully, we will have a decent bank of episodes for the show. So, it will not be very difficult to juggle both projects.”

 Hindustani Bhau releases teaser of his song Mumbai Machaand in reply to Manoj Bajpai" Bambai mein ka ba

Hindustani Bhau has sung and featured in a song called Mumbai Machaand. The teaser of the song is out and it looks smashing. It has been sung by Hindustani bhau and it features Sneha Gupta. The song came as a reply to Manoj Bajpai's song Bambai mein ka ba. He had sung it and featured in it. Hindustani Bhau's" Instagram handle was hacked earlier and he had entertained us all in the Bigg Boss house as he was super sportive in it. He didn't let the obstacle deter him and he didn't give up. In fact, the love of his fans increased due to this. He is coming back super strong with this power-packed song. The song has been produced under the music label Nexus Records and has been produced by Shoaib Dhebar and Hindustani Bhau in association with the Bucketlist Films. It has been directed by Faisal Miyan Photuwale. The lyrics and Rap has been written by Malik Sahab and the music has been done by Prateek Gandhi. The director of photography is Bhanu Pratap Singh. 
We spoke to Bhau and here is what he has to say, "It's not a diss or a take on anyone. Mumbai mein ka ba in Bihari translates to what is there in Mumbai? So I am just showing what is there in Mumbai. How sporting is the people of Mumbai and how welcoming is they. I respect the actor who had done that video but this one is for all the people in India to know Mumbai better. There is no war or fights here. Everyone loves their state as they love their country. So that's how I see it. If people want to call it banter, it's fair but definitely nothing more than that. I am rapping for the first time in my life and also featuring in a song. So I would need all the love and wishes of everyone."

We like a bit of banter here and there. Don't we? Unless it doesn't heat up too much,it's fine. Let's see how that fares as we wish Hindustani Bhau all the luck for Mumbai Machaand.

DESIGNER ROHIT VERMA DEDICATES HIS NEW COLLECTION TO THE STRONG WOMEN OF SONAGACHI

TELLY ACTRESS SAYANTANI GHOSH REPRESENTS THE COLLECTION AND THE WILL OF EVERY WOMAN BATTLING THE SOCIETY
Kulta!!  Randi!!  China!! Adjectives are endless when it comes to defining existential presence in Sonagachi. The area that is hushed and not talked about by the so-called elite or dignified. 

What transmogrifies an individual into a Strumpet ?? Ordeals, bigger than life challenges, destiny, or hypocrites like us! 

Solace, empathy, or human gesture are a far cry from humanity when it comes to mentioning Sonagachi. Hailing and applauding those who are recklessly hooted and ostracised !! The Strumpets of Sonagachi !! Lauding the soul, the heart, and the indomitable spirit of life on Sonagachi. Rohit Verma dedicates the collection to the murkiest place of the world where the Sun never fails to shine, the air never fails to rustle and the rain never fails to patter.  Let us all touch them through empathy, kind words, and revere for what they are. Let’s make a difference  

You and Me and accept them for what or who they are. Time we look beyond and introspect the circumstances that have led them to lead a life they live and not judge by our menial approach. They deserve respect and humanity, they are a creation of this universe just like you and me. 

Sonagachi where the battle is ongoing and the struggle to live comes with a price every moment

 Love, Reverance, and  An Ode to Sonagachi.

‘The Strumpets an Undying Spirit ‘

                                                                    स्वराज्यजननी जिजामाता या मालिकेत होणार

शिवबांचा विवाह-सोहळा

जिजाऊ लावणार शिवबा आणि साईबाई यांचं लग्न 'स्वराज्यजननी   जिजामाता  विवाह-सप्ताह विशेष' ५-१० ऑक्टोबर

स्वराज्यजननी जिजामाता या मालिकेत जिजाऊंनी शिवबांना हाताशी घेऊन पुण्याची  पुनर्बांधणी सुरू केली आहे. शहाजी राजांनी पाठवलेली कवड्यांची माळ मिळवण्यास आपण पात्र आहोत, हे शिवबांनी सिद्ध केलं आणि भोसल्यांचं लेणं असलेली कवड्यांची माळ अभिमानानं   परिधान केली.

दरम्यान शिवबांच्या आयुष्यातल्या महतत्त्वपूर्ण घटना स्वराज्यजननी जिजामाता या मालिकेत  प्रेक्षकांना पाहायला मिळणार आहेत. लवकरच शिवबा आणि सईबाई यांचा विवाह-सोहळा पार पडणार आहे. शिवबा आणि सईबाई यांच्या लग्नाची रंजक कथा प्रेक्षकांना

पाहायला मिळणार आहे.

जिजाऊंनी फलटणचे निंबाळकर यांच्या सईबाईंशी शिवबांचा विवाह ठरवला याला बरीच राजकीय कारणं होती. स्वराज्य स्थापनेच्या मोहिमेतलं ते एक महत्त्वाचं पाऊल होतं. शिवबा आणि सईबाईंच्या लग्नाला शहाजीराजे बंगळूरहून पोचू शकले नाहीत, तेव्हा जिजाऊंनी एकट्यांनी शिवबांच्या लग्नाची जबाबदारी लीलया पेलली. ही सोयरीक जुळावी ह्यासाठी जिजाऊ जितक्या प्रयत्नशील होत्या, तितकाच किंबहुना त्याहून अधिक प्रयत्न ही सोयरीक जुळू नये, ह्यासाठी शत्रू पक्षकरत होता. पण आजपासून साधारण पावणे चारशे वर्षांपूर्वी अमीनसारखा बलाढ्य शत्रू समोर असताना एकट्या स्त्रीनं शिवबांचं लग्न व्यवस्थित पार पाडलं होतं आणि हा रोमहर्षक आणि चित्तथरारक इतिहास आता या मालिकेतून प्रेक्षकांना पाहायला मिळणार आहे. 

स्वराज्यजननी जिजामाता या मालिकेत ५ ऑक्टोबर ते १० ऑक्टोबर प्रेक्षकांना 'विवाह सप्ताह'पाहायला मिळणार आहे. मुलखावेगळ्या आईची ही गाथा आता रंजक अशा वळणावर येऊन पोचली आहे. जिजाऊ रयतेचा जाणता राजा घडवत आहेत. 

पाहा,

'स्वराज्यजननी जिजामाता'  सोमवार ते शनिवार रात्री ८:३० वा. फक्त आपल्या सोनी मराठी वाहिनीवर.

                     'A Bloody Mess',

 directed by Asis Sethi and written and produced by Armin Sethi.     

The dynamic duo has been in the news for all of the accolades being received by 'ABloody Mess', directed by Asis Sethi and written and produced by Armin Sethi. The latest accolade is the nomination for the best international short film at the Fort Myers Beach International Film Festival. The nomination comes shortly after the film has received awards such as the prestigious Remi Award at the 53rd Houston International Film Festival. As Sethi and Armin Sethi are familiar names in Toronto - both have spent much time contributing to the South Asian community. When they were teenagers, they had their own dance studio and performed at huge stage shows with Bollywood stars. As went on to appear both in front of and behind the camera for diversity shows and news for a national channel while Armin pursued a career in law and journalism. While both continue to channel their energies in their respective areas of interest, they both come together to tell stories. With their latest short film 'A Bloody Mess', they have been winning accolades as the short film attempting to normalize conversations surrounding menstruation is selected at various film festivals worldwide. As the director and Armin is the writer and producer are ecstatic that their story is receiving appreciation as the topic is so important to discuss openly.  

Rajdeep Choudhury goes on a Mediterranean diet to look leaner and ripped for his Next Film.

Rajdeep stole every girl's heart with his stints in Udja Udja Re a Zee music video & movies such as Jack and Dil, British Film Check Your Privilege, and the very recent web series Dangerous. He has been trying out a Mediterranean style diet after spending a lot of time in Spain. The results are for everyone to see. The shape that he has got in is pretty impeccable. You just need to check his Instagram page and you will know what we mean! Could this be near perfect? He looks toned and tanned and that certainly has got jaws dropping. He loves working outdoors by the beach rather than just the gym.

We spoke to Raj and he commented, "I took to the diet sometime back whilst living in Spain and it has given me some amazing results and a feeling of well-being. I have lowered my fat percentage and the energy levels are higher than ever. I feel refreshed and rejuvenated. The body is responding much better and I can concentrate for longer periods of time. It's basically low on dairy and meat and more on plant-based protein. Apart from looking fit on the screen for my up and coming project, I want to get that healthy balanced lifestyle for everyday living.

Rajdeep has had a really cool start in the Indian Film Industry and we are definitely going to see much more of him in Indian Films and British Films. We wish him all the luck and love.