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Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the regions’ leading leisure and entertainment destination, will welcome Punjabi music icon Diljit Dosanjh to the Etihad Park on November 9, 2024, as part of the eagerly awaited Dil-Luminati Tour. Saregama and Ripple Effect Studios have partnered with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi to bring this eagerly anticipated concert to the UAE. The event is proudly presented by Emirates Nbd.

Diljit Dosanjh, a global music sensation who recently made history as the first Indian artist on ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’ and the first Punjabi artist at Coachella, is bringing his electrifying Dil-Luminati tour to the UAE this November. Following record-breaking shows in North America, and with upcoming performances in the UK in September, Europe in October and India in Oct-Dec Diljit is set to captivate audiences with his unparalleled talent.

The makers of Gippy Grewal, his son Shinda, and Hina Khan-starrer ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’ on Friday unveiled the teaser of the upcoming family entertainer, promising the craziest father-son story.

The movie marks the Punjabi film debut of ‘Bigg Boss 11’ contestant Hina.

Shinda Grewal will be seen in this movie after ‘Carry On Jatta 3′.

The 54 seconds teaser revolves around the craziest father-son (Gippy-Shinda) story. Audiences are in store for a treat, as the real-life father-son duo is set to portray their real relationship on the big screen for the first time, promising a fun, laugh-riot.

Set in Canada and India, ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’ follows the lives of Gopi, his wife, and their mischievous 10-year-old son, Shinda. With a desi twist to the popular rhyme ‘Johnny, Johnny, Yes Papa’ with a peppy number showcasing the tussle between father and son, the teaser hints at a unique premise and promises a rollercoaster of emotions,...

Gurdeep Mehndi, son of the renowned Punjabi music icon Daler Mehndi, is poised to make his mark in the mainstream music industry, signaling the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his career. Known for his captivating live performances that leave audiences spellbound, Gurdeep is now ready to carve his own path in music creation.

His recent signing with music label Saregama India Ltd. as part of their artist management roster marks a significant milestone. Gurdeep’s decision to collaborate with Saregama, a label celebrated for its rich musical legacy and unwavering credibility, reflects his confidence in their ability to nurture his talent and support his artistic vision.

Expressing his enthusiasm for this partnership, Gurdeep highlighted the immense potential for growth and creativity that it presents. He eagerly anticipates the opportunity to explore new horizons and push boundaries in his musical journey.

Siddharth Anand Kumar, Senior VP of Films & Events at Saregama,...

The makers of Tovino Thomas-starrer ‘Anweshippin Kandethum’ on Friday unveiled the intriguing teaser of the Malayalam film, which is set to unravel the mystery at the core of a shocking murder case. The 50 second teaser unveils the intrigue and mystery around a sensational police case. Tovino takes on the role of a police officer- Sub Inspector Anand in this suspenseful thriller.

Talking about the movie, the ‘Vaashi’ fame actor said: “The film’s narrative deviates from the usual path. In addition to focusing on suspense and investigative elements, it also delves into the lives of investigators, offering a novel experience for viewers.”

“It is a well-written script, backed by an amazing team of technicians and an excellent performance by Tovino Thomas. We can assure you that the thrill inherent in the teaser will extend to an exciting viewing experience on the big screen as well,” says Siddharth Anand Kumar,...

Director Amar Hundal, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’, has shared that he has expanded the canvas of the film compared to its first part.

The action flick which is a sequel to the 2021 superhit ‘Warning’ and also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli in major roles.

The film, which features Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal got its teaser released in theatres of Delhi and Punjab on Friday

The teaser, which is exclusive to the theatres in Punjab and Delhi, offers a glimpse of the power-packed cast headlined by superstar Gippy Grewal.

Talking about the film, Amar Hundal said: “We believe that the teaser will provide a perfect glimpse into the world of ‘Warning 2’. Compared to the previous instalment, this time we have expanded the canvas significantly and hope that the film will revive the trend of hardcore masala action movies in Punjabi cinema.

Director Amar Hundal, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming Punjabi film ‘Warning 2’, has shared that he has expanded the canvas of the film compared to its first part.

The action flick which is a sequel to the 2021 superhit ‘Warning’ and also stars Prince Kanwaljit Singh, Jasmin Bhasin, Rahul Dev, and Raghveer Boli in major roles.

The film, which features Punjabi superstar Gippy Grewal got its teaser released in theatres of Delhi and Punjab on Friday

The teaser, which is exclusive to the theatres in Punjab and Delhi, offers a glimpse of the power-packed cast headlined by superstar Gippy Grewal.

Talking about the film, Amar Hundal said: “We believe that the teaser will provide a perfect glimpse into the world of ‘Warning 2’. Compared to the previous instalment, this time we have expanded the canvas significantly and hope that the film will revive the trend of hardcore masala action movies in Punjabi cinema.

On December 29, 2023, Padma Bhushan awardee, legendary screenwriter, lyricist and celebrated poet Javed Akhtar will host ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon’, an evening brimming with unheard stories behind famous songs and songs that led to unforgettable stories. He will delve deep into his treasure-trove to share golden trivia about magical collaborations with iconic composers, musicians, singers, directors, and actors.

Singers Meiyang Chang and Jahanvi Shrimankar along with a live band will layer this enchanting journey of never heard before anecdotes, with renditions of classic songs.

Javed Akhtar says, “With the passage of time, memories gain a certain compelling power and ever so often, I find myself reliving musical sittings, conversations and moments of serendipity that led to the songs that are now considered iconic. Usually, songs are a part of a film’s story but many a time, they too have a story of their own and it will be a...

On December 29, 2023, Padma Bhushan awardee, legendary screenwriter, lyricist and celebrated poet Javed Akhtar will host ‘Main Koi Aisa Geet Gaoon’, an evening brimming with unheard stories behind famous songs and songs that led to unforgettable stories. He will delve deep into his treasure-trove to share golden trivia about magical collaborations with iconic composers, musicians, singers, directors, and actors.

Singers Meiyang Chang and Jahanvi Shrimankar along with a live band will layer this enchanting journey of never heard before anecdotes, with renditions of classic songs.

Javed Akhtar says, “With the passage of time, memories gain a certain compelling power and ever so often, I find myself reliving musical sittings, conversations and moments of serendipity that led to the songs that are now considered iconic. Usually, songs are a part of a film’s story but many a time, they too have a story of their own and it will be a...

Malayalam megastar Mohanlal will be soon seen in the upcoming film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ as the film has locked its release date for January 25, 2024. The film has been directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose earlier film ‘Jallikattu’ was India’s official entry to the Oscars, back in 2020.

The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Manoj Moses, Katha Nandi, Danish Sait and Manikandan R. Achari.

Talking about the film, Mohanlal said: “To work with Lijo Jose Pellissery has been very enriching as his cinematic approach is totally unique. His films stand apart not just for their technical finesse but also their themes and this project is no different. I hope, together we will be able to live up to the expectations of the audience.”

The film is set in the pre-independence era, and is a mass action entertainer with visuals to watch out for as it was shot across Rajasthan, Chennai,...

Malayalam megastar Mohanlal will be soon seen in the upcoming film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ as the film has locked its release date for January 25, 2024. The film has been directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose earlier film ‘Jallikattu’ was India’s official entry to the Oscars, back in 2020.

The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Manoj Moses, Katha Nandi, Danish Sait and Manikandan R. Achari.

Talking about the film, Mohanlal said: “To work with Lijo Jose Pellissery has been very enriching as his cinematic approach is totally unique. His films stand apart not just for their technical finesse but also their themes and this project is no different. I hope, together we will be able to live up to the expectations of the audience.”

The film is set in the pre-independence era, and is a mass action entertainer with visuals to watch out for as it was shot across Rajasthan, Chennai,...

The Malayalam film Kasargold, which released on September 15, has been receiving mixed reviews from the audience. While some have praised the film’s action sequences and performances, others have criticized the film’s length and some of the unwanted scenes.

In a latest development, the makers of Kasargold have announced that they will be adding a new climax and tailend to the film. The new content has already been uploaded to the theatres and the film will be re-released with the new ending from tomorrow.

Kasargold Trailer

The makers of the film have said that they made the changes after listening to the feedback from the audience. They have also said that they are confident that the new ending will make the film more engaging and satisfying for the audience.

Kasargold is directed by Mridul Nair and stars Asif Ali, Sunny Wayne, Vinayakan, and Malavika Sreenath in the lead roles.

Award-winning filmmaker Kanu Behl’s next Hindi feature ‘Agra’ received an overwhelming response at its premiere screening at the Directors’ Fortnight, an independent section of the Cannes Film Festival, 2023. The film received a 5-minute standing ovation.

The spellbound audience applauded the film with a standing ovation and looked very receptive to the genre and the film itself. The premiere was attended by a large section of Indian and International media along with people who had reserved their seats for the premiere well in advance.

An Indo-French co-production by Saregama India Ltd, UFO Production, and O28 Films, Agra is the only Indian feature film in the Directors’ Fortnight.

Agra is Kanu Behl’s second film to have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival after his debut film ‘Titli’ which premiered in the 2014 Cannes Un Certain Regard section.

Agra boasts of an ensemble cast headlined by Rahul Roy (Aashiqui star...

After his debut feature “Titli” bowed at Cannes’ Un Certain Regard strand in 2014, Kanu Behl is back on the Croisette with “Agra,” which has its world premiere at the Directors’ Fortnight.

” ‘Agra’ grasps the reality of patriarchy in India through the prism of male sexual misery,” is how the festival describes the film. It follows Guru, a young single call center employee who still lives with his parents. Consumed by frustration, he plunges into a fever bordering on insanity, between pathetic fantasies, dating apps and hysterical self-harm. The film also explores the role property can play in a young man’s emancipation.

After the theatrical release of “Titli” in India and France in 2015, Behl began thinking about what to do next. “I realized that I had felt a certain sexual repression or an inability to express myself sexually in my adolescent years,” Behl told Variety. The filmmaker realized that he...

After the critical and commercial success of the Prithviraj Sukumaran and Asif Ali thriller ‘Kaapa’, Yoodlee films begins the shoot of another Malayalam film. This film brings together acclaimed director Jayaraaj and actor Suresh Gopi. The duo had memorably collaborated in the 1997 hit ‘Kaliyattam’ which had undertones of a Shakesperaean tragedy, was a major cinematic milestone and had won them both a National Award each.

Both Jayaraaj & Suresh Gopi are ready to join hands again as they collaborate after 27 years in a yet-to be named Yoodlee film that will also feature stars like Shine Tom Chacko, Aneswara Ranjan and B S Avinash of ‘Kgf-Chapter 2’ fame.

Says Jayaraaj, “Both of us were looking for a good script to collaborate again and we are really happy we finally have one. We are glad that Yoodlee films saw merit in this project and are on board. The shoot has started and everyone is...

When ‘Kaapa’ released in theatres on December 22, 2022, the rousing audience response instantly proved that the film had broken new ground. The Shaji Kailas directorial headlined by Prithviraj Sukumaran in a charismatic and gritty avatar, is set in the crime-ridden underbelly of Thiruvananthapuram and has won praise for redefining the gangster genre in Malayalam cinema. While critics are praising its hyperlocal setting and transcendent story that depicts the vulnerabilities and compulsions of hardened gangsters, the film, even in its third week, is drawing huge crowds.

Based on the novel ‘Shankumukhi’ by Gr Indugopan, the film also stars Aparna Balamurali, Asif Ali, Anna Ben and traces the rise of a gang leader who turns into a politician.

Prithviraj Sukumaran adds, “Playing a character like Kotta Madhu was challenging because he rules his world with an iron fist and yet, abides by a certain version of right and wrong. This film has a...

Director Karthik Kumar’s comedy-drama ‘Super Senior Heroes’ released on the Ott platform Netflix on Friday.

The Karthik Kumar-helmed family entertainer was released worldwide on the Tamil regional channel, Sun TV, on October 16.

Super Senior Heroes, which is Yoodlee Films’ third association with Kollywood after successful projects like ‘Abhiyum Anuvum’ and the critically acclaimed, ‘K.D’, features veteran actors from the Tamil film industry including ace director-actor-screenplay writer K. Baghyaraj, Ambika and Pandiarajan.

Saregama India Senior Vice President (Films & Events) Siddharth Anand Kumar said: “I have always been impressed with the unique content regional cinemas make. This is a one-of-a-kind film that redefines the concept of superheroes with a refreshing twist.

“Unlike the young and energetic superheroes with supernatural powers, this movie shows senior citizens posing as superheroes unfettered by their physical ailments. It also conveys the message of how it is the inner strength and determination that matters more than physical stability.

Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran’s revenge thriller, ‘Khalifa’, is to be shot in Dubai, Nepal and Kerala. The film, which is being produced by Yoodlee Films, is being directed by Vysakh. The tagline, ‘Vengeance will be written in gold’, seems to foretell a high-octane revenge drama.

This is Prithviraj’s second film in over 10 years with Vysakh after their superhit collaboration ‘Pokkiri Raja’ and will be his next with writer Jinu V Abraham, who recently scripted ‘Kaduva.’

Siddharth Anand Kumar of Saregama India Ltd says, “This is a hugely exciting big-budget action thriller that will be shot in Dubai, Nepal and Kerala and is one of the most ambitious collaborations we have undertaken. The shoot will begin soon and we hope to bring it to the audience as soon as we can.

“We are very happy to come together again with Prithviraj as there is a certain comfort level with...

The makers of director Shaji Kailas’s eagerly awaited crime thriller ‘Kaapa’, featuring actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, have released a teaser that shows the actor playing a gangster in the film.

Superstar Prithviraj Sukumaran turned 40 on October 16 and to celebrate this special day, Yoodlee Films released the stunning teaser of their forthcoming Malayalam production, ‘Kaapa’.

The film also stars Asif Ali, Aparna Balamurali, and Anna Ben in pivotal roles.

The teaser promises an action-packed gritty story, which revolves around cold-blooded gangs in Thiruvananthapuram, warring to gain control over the city’s suburbs and slums.

This is a world where revenge and fear rule hearts and minds and ‘Law Above Justice’ is the norm.

As the title hints, the movie revolves around the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 2007 (Kaapa).

Adding another layer of intrigue to the proceedings is the slowburning performance of superstar Asif Ali.

Prithviraj, whose dramatic entry in the teaser,...

The makers of director Karthik Kumar’s upcoming superhero comedy drama ‘Super Senior Heroes’, which features a host of stars including popular legendary actor and director K Baghyaraj, have now released a trailer of the film.

Interestingly, the trailer shows that the film, which has been produced by Yoodlee Films, has redefined the superhero genre with a refreshing twist.

Helmed by well-known actor, Karthik Kumar, this is Yoodlee’s third Tamil project after successes like ‘Abhiyum Anuvum’, and ‘K D’.

Interestingly, ‘Super Senior Heroes’ is all set to premiere on October 16 on Sun TV and features some of the most loved veterans of Tamil cinema.

Saregama India Senior Vice President Siddharth Anand Kumar said: “We are very excited to bring together icons like K Bhagyaraj, Chinni Jayanth, Manobala, Kavithalaya Krishnan, Ambika, and Pandiarajan in a one-of-a-kind film that makes you realise that true heroism has a lot to do with what lies within.

Yoodlee Films has added another winner to its diverse and exciting slate by announcing ‘Kasargold’, a Malayalam thriller headlined by starring Asif Ali and helmed by Mridul Nair. In the past also, this actor-director jodi did a blast by giving a big hit film called ‘B-tech’. The action thriller produced in association with Mukhari Entertainment Llp will also star Shine Tom Chacko, Sunny Wayne, and Deepak Parambol in prominent roles. The film is an action-packed thriller about friends and how greed changes the dynamics of their friendship. Yoodlee has already made a big splash in the Malayalam film industry with ventures like ‘Padavettu’, ‘Kaapa’, and ‘Anweshippin Kandethum’.

Says Vice President, Films, Saregama India, Siddharth Anand Kumar, “This is our second collaboration with Asif and our first with Mridul. They both are hugely talented and represent a new generation of talent that is redefining Malayalam cinema. Mridul and Asif have worked together and shared great chemistry.

Yoodlee Films is on the path of expanding itself in the regional cinema universe and giving audiences great movie experiences. After announcing multiple movies in Punjabi and Malayalam, the film studio vertical of Saregama India Ltd. recently announced its next Punjabi project with superstar Gippy Grewal as the lead. The film, ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’ will release on the festive day of Baisakhi on April 14, 2023.

The movie will star Gippy Grewal as the lead alongside his son Shinda Grewal. This is the first time we will see the father-son duo together on screen. The film is based in UK and moves to India revolving around a father trying to get his naughty and mischievous son on the right track.

Superstar Gippy Grewal whose son Shinda also stars in the film says, “I thrive to give complete entertainment to my audiences, and ‘Shinda Shinda No Papa’ is no exception. The film...

India’s Yoodlee Films is expanding its Malayalam-language slate with “Kaapa,” starring Prithviraj Sukumaran (“Driving License”), one of the top stars of the industry.

Directed by veteran Shaji Kailas (“August 15”), the film, billed as an action thriller, also stars Asif Ali (“Kuttavum Shikshayum”), Aparna Balamurali, who recently won India’s national film award for best actress for “Soorarai Pottru,” and Anna Ben (“Helen”).

“Kaapa,” which has started principal photography, is co-produced by Jinu V. Abraham and Dolwin Kuriakose for Theatre of Dreams and the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (Fefka) Writers Union, the first ever film backed by Fefka. It is written by G.R. Indugopan (“Wolf”).

Sukumaran is also starring as late biscuit baron Rajan Pillai in a series produced by Yoodlee.

Set up in 2017, Yoodlee Films is the film division of Saregama India, India’s oldest music label. It has produced 20 titles so far. Its first film, Devashish Makhija’s “Ajji,...

Facebook Fined £50m By UK Competition Authority

Facebook has been fined £50.5m ($69.6m) by the UK’s Competition Markets Authority (CMA) for breaching an order imposed during an investigation into the purchase of Giphy. The penalty should be a warning that no company is above the law, said the CMA, which claimed Facebook had failed to provide full updates about competition compliance relating to the acquisition of the gif platform. Separately, the CMA fined Facebook £500,000 for changing its Chief Compliance Officer on two separate occasions without seeking consent.

‘Salisbury Poisonings’ Producer Launches Bursary

Salisbury Poisonings producer Dancing Ledge Productions has launched a bursary for UK creatives in memory of the woman who came into contact with the nerve agent Novichok following the poisoning of Sergei Skripal. The Dawn Sturgess Bursary will provide one budding drama school acting student from Wiltshire, England with funding of up to £30,000 towards their living costs while studying.

ZEE5 Global, has always presented meaningful and relevant content in many different languages and genres. Now, they have announced an addition to their list of originals, the Hindi film titled 200.

200 is a compelling narrative chronicling the oppression and injustice suffered by Dalit women and the circumstances which led them to take a drastic step.

Set in the context of atrocities against women, the film captures an incident where 200 women took law and justice in their own hands and lynched a gangster, robber, serial killer, serial rapist, in open court.

Produced by Yoodlee Films, the film production arm of Saregama and directed by Sarthak Dasgupta, 200 has an ensemble cast comprising Amol Palekar, Barun Sobti, Rinku Rajguru, Sahil Khattar, Saloni Batra, Indraneil Sengupta and Upendra Limaye.

Commenting on the announcement, Nimisha Pandey, Head, Hindi Originals, ZEE5 said, “ZEE5 has always believed in the power of content to bring about a positive change in the society.

The film and television industry has let out a collective sigh of relief in response to the Maharashtra government's recent allowances regarding shooting protocols. Production houses can now commence shooting but within the time limit of 5 pm and in the safe confines of a bio bubble.

No outdoor shoots are as yet allowed. Experts and industry insiders feel the decision is a positive one, to begin with, but it will be a long time before production activities can resume their old momentum.

This is not to say that the industry has not adapted already to the challenging times. Many production units have been shooting in states that have fewer restrictions than Maharashtra. Now with the latest unlocking measures, makers are hopeful that they will be able to enjoy the convenience and familiarity of Mumbai.

Some have also hoped that in time, the shooting time will be extended at least for a few more hours.

Yoodlee Films, known for its repertoire of edgy, independent films, traversing diverse subjects, that have found favour with audiences in several Ott platforms, is now ready for its next big theatrical release. This time, they venture into a new demographic with the upcoming Marathi film – Zombivli. The film is a first of its kind for Marathi cinema – a horror comedy featuring zombies.

This will be Yoodlee's first theatrical release in 2021. Interestingly, 'Zombivli' was shot and wrapped up amid stringent safety protocols after the lockdown restrictions were lifted last year. It was the first film to get off the blocks to shoot, once the unlock rules came into effect, and now it's also the first Marathi film to announce its theatrical release date of April 30, 2021.

The teaser of the film dropped earlier this week, and since then has caused much excitement amongst audiences and industry folks alike. The teaser...

New Delhi, Feb 14 (Ians) The idea of simultaneously releasing films in theatres and on Ott platforms caught the world by surprise, but there seems to be an alternative to the model that is brewing in India, which is shortening the gap between theatrical release and Ott release.

The trend came to notice first when the Tamil film "Master", starring Vijay and Vijay Sethupathy, dropped digitally within days of release in January.

"Can foresee the fight of windowing b/w cinemas & Ott by reducing the gap time period. Like #WarnerBros releases in US simultaneous with @hbomax many #Hindi films too may try same, South has already reduced time gap unknowingly. Time to retrospect, Pan India Industry norm is need of the hour," trade expert Girish Johar tweeted at that time.

In fact, the Tamil film "Aelay", featuring Samuthirakani, Manikandan, and Mathumathi, found itself in trouble when theatre owners got to know...

Mumbai-based Yoodlee Films has resumed production on two of its features – rom-com Comedy Couple and horror comedy Zombivali.

Comedy Couple stars Saqib Salim and Shweta Basu Prasad and is directed by Nachiket Samant. Marathi-language Zombivali is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and stars Amey Wagh, Lalit Prabhakar and Vaidehi Parshuram.

The producers, who spoke to Deadline recently about the ongoing coronavirus-related challenges in the country, say they are employing numerous virus-related safety measures to get back to work. These include having a Covid officer on set to ensure that strict hygiene and sanitization stipulations are followed.

“We have employed specialized personnel on the sets who are responsible that all health and safety measures are followed to the ‘T’ by everyone. Though we have masks, face shields, and sanitization tunnels in place, these Covid officers will reinforce our safety efforts. Covid is a reality we are all grappling with, but the show must go on,...

Yoodlee Films known for consistently creating quality cinema that has been lauded by critics and struck a relevant chord with millennial audiences - has announced their next project. Titled 'Agra', the film will be directed by Kanu Behl, whose debut film Titli wowed audiences and critics worldwide. Kanu Behl?s first film Titli established his credentials firmly as a storyteller with a strikingly original voice to look out for and opened to massive critical acclaim all over the world. Titli traveled to more than twenty major festivals worldwide including 2104 edition of Cannes Film Festival and won several awards in various categories. Agra, being Kanu Behl?s next, therefore promises to be a film to look out for in the months to come.

Agra has an ensemble cast of talented actors in its ranks, headlined by Rahul Roy who makes a comeback with this film. The film also features Priyanka Bose,...

Yoodlee Films next theatrical release ? Noblemen, directed by debutant Vandana Kataria?, and featuring Kunal Kapoor, released their trailer today. Promising a compelling story that will have audiences hooked and guessing at every turn, the trailer is one that is both in equal turns intriguing and relevant.? Structured like a thriller psychological coming-of-age drama, Noblemen deals with the very important ? but often hushed behind closed doors - the issue of bullying and its far-reaching consequences, especially on impressionable minds.?

Shot in idyllic and serene Mussoorie against the backdrop of a prestigious boarding school, the story revolves around a 15-year-old boy ? Shay (Ali Haji) and the relationships that he forges with his peers and teachers as he sets about navigating the tricky passageways of adolescence. He is terrorized by a gang of bullies in his school, as he has landed the leading role in the Founder?s Day production of Merchant of Venice.

In a short duration, Yoodlee Films has established itself as a production house that makes cinema that is relevant to our times and drives conversations. One can expect the same with their next English film titled Noblemen ? a psychological thrilling drama starring Kunal Kapoor, and serves as a hard hitting take on bullying in schools and colleges. Marking the directorial debut of Vandana Kataria, the production house has released the first poster of the film today. Starring a talented ensemble cast comprising of ?Kunal Kapoor, ?Ali Haji, Mohammad Ali Mir, Muskaan Jaferi, Shaan Grover and Soni Razdan, the poster of Noblemen is an intriguing one and is creating quite a stir amongst cinema circles.?

Shot against the backdrop of a prestigious boarding school in Mussoorie, the story is a thrilling coming-of-age drama that tackles the uncomfortable topic of bullying that is rampant behind the sheer polished veneer of elite schools.

After its movie "Music Teacher" released on Netflix, production banner Yoodlee Films is set to expand its footprint in the web space.

It will create a bouquet of stories in the web series format for various Over-The-Top (Ott) platforms. A specially assigned team has been given the responsibility of creating unique and interesting stories, read a statement from the banner.

Siddharth Anand Kumar, Vice President, Films and TV and Producer at Yoodlee Films, said: "While we will continue to make films. We think that the time is right to venture into telling stories through web series. Web series gives us the opportunity to tell an interesting narrative which is not bound by the required length of a feature film.

"It gives writers the agency to create characters that have an unhurried character arc over episodes, thereby making them real and believable. We want to tell stories that display a sense of quirk,...

Far away from the heat and the hustle bustle of the metropos, filmmakers and web content creators are increasingly exploring the country's hilly regions to either capture the essence of stories or nature's bounty.

It's only May and multiple web shows and films have already been shot in the hills in 2019 so far.

From Dia Mirza's upcoming web show "Kaafir" to Shahid Kapoor's much awaited film Kabir Singh?and Karan Wahi's latest released dating show "Love Ok Please", such projects have been shot in Kinnaur, Mussoorie and Dharamsala respectively.

Rajeev Khandelwal's upcoming show "Marzi" and Netflix's recently released film Music Teacher?were both shot in Shimla.

Being a nature lover, Dia finds filming in hills a "constant rejuvenation of the senses".

"Himachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful states of India and one of the most beautiful mountain regions of the world. Wherever I looked,...

Mumbai, March 28: Television actress Roshni Chopra, who lost 18 kg since the birth of her first child in November last year, says nowadays it's very important to be "skinny" or "size zero" for survival in showbiz.

Seen in popular TV show "Kasamh Se", Roshni also hosted shows like "India's Got Talent" and "Comedy Circus Teen Ka Tadka".

"There is a lot of pressure to look good in the industry. When we look at 1960s, 1970, and 1990s, actresses were not expected to be skinny. But now you are expected to be size zero. You have to be fit," Roshni, who is married to Siddharth Anand Kumar, told Ians.

During her pregnancy she put on weight, but says she was doing yoga till the last day. "What helps is that if the body is.