Director-producer Karan Johar seems to be in no mood to get over Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut’s comments over nepotism in the Hindi film industry. Months after the row, he took the stage at the Iifa Awards on Sunday night and once again took potshots at the Revolver Rani star.
Karan was supported in his potshots by co-host Saif Ali Khan, as well as actor Varun Dhawan, who was receiving the award for ‘Best Performance in a comic role’ for Dishoom.
Karan was supported in his potshots by co-host Saif Ali Khan, as well as actor Varun Dhawan, who was receiving the award for ‘Best Performance in a comic role’ for Dishoom.
- 7/17/2017
- by TNM NEWS
- The News Minute
Basic physics tells us every action has an equal reaction. Kangna Ranaut known to be a headstrong, free-willed, fearless actor and Bollywood citizen, recently made scathing remarks on her alleged linkup with Hrithik Roshan and his ensuing denial. The ramifications are already evident. According to known sources, Kangna who was being 'seriously considered' for the female lead in Sajid Nadiadwala's next to be directed by Kabir Khan, has now been 'eliminated from the race'. Says the source, "It is elementary calculation. You badmouth a top hero you get ostracized not just by the hero but all his friends. Kangna had earlier taken on Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt during the shooting of David Dhawan's Rascal. She has also got into the bad books of Shahid Kapoor, though he is doing Rangoon, her only project on the floors, with her now. None of the three Khan superstars are willing to work with her.
- 2/17/2016
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
After a successful premiere in the United States this past fall with sold out performances in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, Actor/Comedian Vir Das will return to North America in early 2016 with his brand new Unbelievable Tour. The North America Tour will consist of 6 cities: San Jose, Vancouver, Tempe, Ontario, Washington DC and Chicago with a total of 23 shows in the months of February and March. The show is an extension of Das’s “Unbelievablish” tour, which has been a roaring success in over 17 cities in India and has also toured in Dubai and Singapore, contributing to the sale of over half a million tickets in his home country for his stand up.
Vir Das’s performance schedule for the North America Tour is:
Feb 19 – 21: San Jose Improv
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Feb 26: Bell Performing Arts Center
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Vir Das’s performance schedule for the North America Tour is:
Feb 19 – 21: San Jose Improv
http://sanjose.improv.com/event.cfm?id=432418
Feb 26: Bell Performing Arts Center
http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event...
- 1/22/2016
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
The inaugural Indian Film Festival Vietnam (Iffv) will take place in Hanoi, Vietnam from December 18 to bridge the gap between the entertainment industries of the two countries.
Three award winning filmmakers from India, producer of hit films like Saheb Biwi aur Gangster, Saheb Biwi aur Gangster Returns, Bullett Raja & Revolver Rani & CEO Wave Cinemas Rahul Mittra and directors Rakesh OmPrakash Mehra & Umesh Shukla will open this six-day fest, which will conclude on December 23 and be held at the National Cinema Centre in Hanoi.
The festival will showcase films from or about India. The line-up includes “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, “3 Idiots”, “Omg – Oh My God!”, “Wake Up Sid”, “Paheli”, “Jodhaa Akbar”, “Dil Chahta Hai”, “Maqbool” and “Taare Zameen Par”, apart from others.
The Indian filmmakers will also attend a seminar on “Vietnam -India Cinema Cooperation and its role in Promotion of Tourism” and will be taken across Vietnam’s major cities in...
Three award winning filmmakers from India, producer of hit films like Saheb Biwi aur Gangster, Saheb Biwi aur Gangster Returns, Bullett Raja & Revolver Rani & CEO Wave Cinemas Rahul Mittra and directors Rakesh OmPrakash Mehra & Umesh Shukla will open this six-day fest, which will conclude on December 23 and be held at the National Cinema Centre in Hanoi.
The festival will showcase films from or about India. The line-up includes “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag”, “3 Idiots”, “Omg – Oh My God!”, “Wake Up Sid”, “Paheli”, “Jodhaa Akbar”, “Dil Chahta Hai”, “Maqbool” and “Taare Zameen Par”, apart from others.
The Indian filmmakers will also attend a seminar on “Vietnam -India Cinema Cooperation and its role in Promotion of Tourism” and will be taken across Vietnam’s major cities in...
- 12/15/2015
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Vir Das who is known for his comedy roles in films like Revolver Rani, Go Goa Gone, Shaadi Ke Side Effects among others is all set to star in Ajay Devgn's ambitious project Shivaay and from what we hear, it will be different from his other roles. Vir Das started off in the entertainment industry as a standup comedian. While he received many offers related to the same genre, the actor had recently revealed that he wanted to experiment with other roles. Whilst his first serious role will be in the film October 31 where he plays the role of a Sikh, the actor will be seen in an action packed role in Shivaay. Though the details of his character in the film are being under wraps, it is being said that he will be seen doing some high octane stunts. On the other hand, Vir is currently busy with his comedy shows in U.
- 11/20/2015
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Actor/comedian Vir Das will debut his new show, ‘Unbelievablish’ in New York City at the famed comedy venue Carolines on Broadway (1626 Broadway, between 49th and 50th Streets), from Thursday, November 19 to Sunday, November 22. The show has been a roaring success in over 17 cities in India and has toured in Dubai and Singapore. With over 35,000 tickets sold, it is the largest domestic comedy show tour ever by an Indian comedian. Vir’s debut of ‘Unbelievablish’ at Carolines on Broadway will be his first United States tour.
Vir Das’ performance schedule at Carolines on Broadway is:
Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 Pm
Friday, November 20 at 7:30 Pm and 10:00 Pm
Saturday, November 21 at 7:30 Pm and 10:00 Pm
Sunday, November 22 at 7:30 Pm
Tickets are $32.00 per person, plus a two-beverage minimum and can be purchased online at http://www.carolines.com/comedian/vir-das/. Reservations can be made by calling the Carolines Box...
Vir Das’ performance schedule at Carolines on Broadway is:
Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 Pm
Friday, November 20 at 7:30 Pm and 10:00 Pm
Saturday, November 21 at 7:30 Pm and 10:00 Pm
Sunday, November 22 at 7:30 Pm
Tickets are $32.00 per person, plus a two-beverage minimum and can be purchased online at http://www.carolines.com/comedian/vir-das/. Reservations can be made by calling the Carolines Box...
- 11/1/2015
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Forget Revolver Rani, Kangana Ranaut going a step ahead showcases her boldest side in the film Katti Batti, whose first trailer is out today. The lanky actress Kangana will be seen playing an extrovert girl, who can sway you away with her brazen antics and one-liners. Here's listing four such things from the trailer when Kangy gave us a jolt with her outgoing and outrageous character:
Showing middle finger:While introducing the character of heartbreaker and careless Kangana, she is seen showing a middle finger to the coy and introvert Imran.
Bold Statements:Her bold statements simply leave you dumbfounded!
'Pareshaan Ho Gai Hun Tumhare Aadaton Se, Hygiene Naam Ki Bhi Koi Cheez Hoti Hai Ki Nahi. Kitna Mushkil Hai Pot Mai Straight Susu Karna. Just Hold the little Soldier and Aim Yeh Koi Champenge Ki Bottle Hai Jisko Har Jagah Pakadkar Giraaogey Aur Ghumaogey.'
'Muje Serious Ka Mood Nahi Hai...
Showing middle finger:While introducing the character of heartbreaker and careless Kangana, she is seen showing a middle finger to the coy and introvert Imran.
Bold Statements:Her bold statements simply leave you dumbfounded!
'Pareshaan Ho Gai Hun Tumhare Aadaton Se, Hygiene Naam Ki Bhi Koi Cheez Hoti Hai Ki Nahi. Kitna Mushkil Hai Pot Mai Straight Susu Karna. Just Hold the little Soldier and Aim Yeh Koi Champenge Ki Bottle Hai Jisko Har Jagah Pakadkar Giraaogey Aur Ghumaogey.'
'Muje Serious Ka Mood Nahi Hai...
- 6/15/2015
- GlamSham
Kangana Ranaut, who was celebrated all of last year by the industry and critics alike, cemented her position as one of the finest actresses of her generation. The powerhouse performer has truly become a force to reckon with, as she was honored with a National Award for her performance in Queen, her second National award win.
Kangana, who has an exciting line up of films this year, has a choc-o-bloc schedule, with the promotions of Tanu Weds Manu Returns and her Katti Batti schedule. However, the actress is going all out to ensure that all her films get the attention they deserve.
Sources reveal that Kangana, who is currently in Ahmadabad, shooting for Nikhil Advani’s Katti Batti, will be flying down to Mumbai, especially for the trailer launch of the highly awaited Tanu Weds Manu Returns, the sequel of the 2011 blockbuster.
The actress will land in Mumbai, post which...
Kangana, who has an exciting line up of films this year, has a choc-o-bloc schedule, with the promotions of Tanu Weds Manu Returns and her Katti Batti schedule. However, the actress is going all out to ensure that all her films get the attention they deserve.
Sources reveal that Kangana, who is currently in Ahmadabad, shooting for Nikhil Advani’s Katti Batti, will be flying down to Mumbai, especially for the trailer launch of the highly awaited Tanu Weds Manu Returns, the sequel of the 2011 blockbuster.
The actress will land in Mumbai, post which...
- 4/14/2015
- by Sunny Malik
- Bollyspice
Talent comes in many facets and Zeishan Quadri is one of the few to have been blessed with a multitude of such qualities. He started his career as a writer and actor for Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs Of Wasseypur in 2012. While the film won critical acclaim for its brilliant story and direction, the acting skills of Zeishan’s portrayal of ‘Definite’ did not go unnoticed. Last seen in Timangshu Dhulia’s home production Revolver Rani, he is all set to discover the horizons of directing a film.
His directorial debut Meeruthiya Gangsters revolves around 6 youngsters, who in the turn of events end up becoming kidnappers. Zeishan’s influence for the movie has come from his growing years in Wasseypur and his stint in Meerut. His movies have always had a raw appeal, showcasing reality through his scripts or acting. It will be interesting to see how he handles the pressure behind the camera,...
His directorial debut Meeruthiya Gangsters revolves around 6 youngsters, who in the turn of events end up becoming kidnappers. Zeishan’s influence for the movie has come from his growing years in Wasseypur and his stint in Meerut. His movies have always had a raw appeal, showcasing reality through his scripts or acting. It will be interesting to see how he handles the pressure behind the camera,...
- 2/12/2015
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
As another year at the movies recently commenced, 2014 has arguably been a year of the ladies and leading the way was the industry’s dark horse, Kangana Ranaut!
National award winner and amongst IMDb’s highest scorers, Kangana Ranaut, one of Bollywood’s most versatile actresses of all time, who won accolades for her performances in Queen and Revolver Rani received praise unanimously from audiences, critics and the industry alike.
Her position as being the most versatile actress in the industry was cemented when one of Bollywood’s leading ladies Deepika Padukone decided to dedicate her recent Life Ok! Screen Award for Best Actor (Female) – Popular Choice to Kangana Ranaut.
This came as no surprise especially since Deepika has been all praise for Kangana and having watched Queen said, “I have seen Queen and I am jealous of Kangana’s performance, I think she was outstanding.”
Says a source, “A...
National award winner and amongst IMDb’s highest scorers, Kangana Ranaut, one of Bollywood’s most versatile actresses of all time, who won accolades for her performances in Queen and Revolver Rani received praise unanimously from audiences, critics and the industry alike.
Her position as being the most versatile actress in the industry was cemented when one of Bollywood’s leading ladies Deepika Padukone decided to dedicate her recent Life Ok! Screen Award for Best Actor (Female) – Popular Choice to Kangana Ranaut.
This came as no surprise especially since Deepika has been all praise for Kangana and having watched Queen said, “I have seen Queen and I am jealous of Kangana’s performance, I think she was outstanding.”
Says a source, “A...
- 1/21/2015
- by Sunny Malik
- Bollyspice
Note: List published by Ians (Indo-Asian News Service)
These films of 2014 deserved better and should have got a larger audience:
1. Ugly: A beautiful portrait of the darkest areas of the human heart, where greed, guilt and gluttony scamper freely for space. Anurag Kashyap’s film was swamped by the “Pk” wave that hit the theatres at year-end.
2. Aankhon Dekhi: Rajat Kapoor’s haunting portrait of a man on the brink of self-abnegation, looking for reasons to cling to the illusion called life, finding it increasingly hard to go through the motions of existence. Actor Sanjay Mishra’s ‘everyman’ act was exemplary.
3. Children Of War: Debutant director Mrityunjay Devrat recreated the horrors of the Bangladesh war of independence with the authentic passion of Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List”. As a brutal concentration camp officer, Pavan Malhotra was a dazzling embodiment of evil.
4. Sulemani Keeda: Amit Masurkar bitter-sweet tale...
These films of 2014 deserved better and should have got a larger audience:
1. Ugly: A beautiful portrait of the darkest areas of the human heart, where greed, guilt and gluttony scamper freely for space. Anurag Kashyap’s film was swamped by the “Pk” wave that hit the theatres at year-end.
2. Aankhon Dekhi: Rajat Kapoor’s haunting portrait of a man on the brink of self-abnegation, looking for reasons to cling to the illusion called life, finding it increasingly hard to go through the motions of existence. Actor Sanjay Mishra’s ‘everyman’ act was exemplary.
3. Children Of War: Debutant director Mrityunjay Devrat recreated the horrors of the Bangladesh war of independence with the authentic passion of Spielberg’s “Schindler’s List”. As a brutal concentration camp officer, Pavan Malhotra was a dazzling embodiment of evil.
4. Sulemani Keeda: Amit Masurkar bitter-sweet tale...
- 1/1/2015
- by Indicine Team
- indicine
Gangs of Wasseypur writer Zeishan Quadri scripts for Priyanka Chopra and Madhur Bhandarkar’s Madamji
Zeishan Quadri, the writer of the story and screenplay for critically acclaimed film Gangs of Wasseypur has worked with well known director Madhur Bhandarkar for his next film. Zeishan has co-written the story and screenplay for Madhur Bhandarkar’s next film titled Madamji. The film is also co-produced by Priyanka Chopra under the banner Purple Pebble Pictures.
Madamji has been in news for its casting, and actress Priyanka Chopra had been announced as the main lead. The film is a serious take on the murky world of politics. In an interview earlier, Priyanka also spoke about how she is excited about working with Madhur once again also calling him a man of clear vision and understanding. With such a talented team coming together for this movie, the expectations are high.
Zeishan has previously also spoken about his style of cinema saying, “Stories about crime and gangsters attract me. Also, having...
Madamji has been in news for its casting, and actress Priyanka Chopra had been announced as the main lead. The film is a serious take on the murky world of politics. In an interview earlier, Priyanka also spoke about how she is excited about working with Madhur once again also calling him a man of clear vision and understanding. With such a talented team coming together for this movie, the expectations are high.
Zeishan has previously also spoken about his style of cinema saying, “Stories about crime and gangsters attract me. Also, having...
- 12/27/2014
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
A mélange of color celebrating Bollywood Films gripped Norway from the 5th– 11th September 2014. The mega annual event was done for the 12th successful time and was executed par excellence by the Festival team headed by the Festival Directors – Nasrullah & Pritpal Qureshi. The occasion was the celebration for immense and unrivalled contribution ofIndian Filmstowards the entertainment industry of not only Norway but the whole of Scandinavia.Undoubtedly the biggest Bollywood festival of Scandinavia, the occasion witnessed the participation of who’s who from Bollywood amalgamated with the crème de la crème of Norway in addition to the local Bollywood fans who attended the festival in large numbers with their families.
The event that was conducted at the state of the art Lørenskog Cinema complex in Norway, where 25 Bollywood and regional films of different genres were screened for the Bollywood fans of Norway. A special screening was also organized in the...
The event that was conducted at the state of the art Lørenskog Cinema complex in Norway, where 25 Bollywood and regional films of different genres were screened for the Bollywood fans of Norway. A special screening was also organized in the...
- 9/25/2014
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Indian star Irrfan Khan and actress Kangna Ranaut will star in Divine Lovers, an Indo-French co-production put together by the French film commission, Film France. Aiming to become the latest project to qualify under an Indo-French co-production treaty, the film is also eyeing a wide release in France. A mixed crew of Indian and French technicians is also expected to work on the film. Read More: India, China Sign Co-Production Treaty Lovers will be directed by Sai Kabir who recently directed Ranaut in the female gangster drama Revolver Rani. The project will be produced by
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- 9/22/2014
- by Nyay Bhushan
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Norwegian premier of Revolver Rani received a thumping response at the opening of the 11th Norway Bollywood Film Festival at Oslo yesterday. Director Sai Kabir received the best debut Director Award while producers Rahul Mittra and Raju Chadha bagged the best producer award for their film from the Mayor of Lorenskog and the Indian ambassador to Norway. Read More...
- 9/9/2014
- Bollywood Trade
Kangna Ranaut gave us a glimpse of her love for Europe in her previous hit Queen where we spotted the beautiful actress exploring picturesque locales of Paris and Amsterdam. But it seems that Kangna has yet another connection with the continent. The actress has been approached for an Italian film and Kangna has been considering the project for a while now. Kangna Ranaut has recently been offered the lead role in a film directed by Edoardo de Angelis opposite the popular actor Massimiliano Gallo. The actress believes that this is a consequence to the overwhelming response that she received for her film Queen and since then she has been approached by many European filmmakers. However, Kangna Ranaut is yet to take a call on the film since she has many Bollywood films under her kitty and she is yet to start shooting for them. Post Queen, Kangna's next film Revolver Rani...
- 7/31/2014
- BollywoodHungama
Being one of the boldest actors of current times in Bollywood, Kangna Ranaut has always loved to experiment. The actress, despite many film offers, decided to pursue her dream and took up a screen-writing course from New York University recently. She, however, took a break from her course in order to fulfill her film commitments. After the successful run of Queen at the box office and the release of her next Revolver Rani, Kangna decided to focus on her screen writing course. The actress, however, faced a dilemma when she was offered Durga Rani Singh by Sujoy Ghosh and she decided to give this opportunity a miss to continue her education. Now we hear that the actress has successfully completed the course from Nyfa. After this, Kangna will resume to films and she will start shooting for Tanu Weds Manu sequel with Anand L. Rai. Before that, she will be...
- 7/22/2014
- BollywoodHungama
Kangna Ranaut celebrated a successful run at the box office this year with her film Queen and now the actress is all set to bag some meaty endorsement deals. Last seen in Revolver Rani, Kangna has now been roped in as a face for Myntra.com's Dressberry. Dressberry is an in-house brand of this online shopping portal and promises to have a unique sense of style. This casual collection of apparel offers a range of products from tops, skirts, pants to jackets and accessories at a reasonable price. Kangna who is excited about her new endorsement stated that she had an instant liking for Dressberry as soon as she set her eyes on it. She also revealed that the apparels in this collection represent a 'fun, flirty and feminine' attitude which appealed to her the most. Being brought up in small town, Kangna believes that brands like Myntra provide an...
- 7/16/2014
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Sai Kabir whose last film Revolver Rani garnered rave reviews from the critics and audience alike is all set to helm an Indo- French venture titled Divine Lovers. It is learnt that Kabir had in fact earlier pitched the concept of the film to Film France, but it was only recently that the French Film Commission (Ffc) green lighted the project. Interestingly, Kabir's and the film's French connection doesn't end there. In fact the Chief Operating Officer of the commission, Franck Priot has been mentoring Kabir on his script and has even helped find a co-producer Leonard Glowinski, who has co-produced films like Unknown and Alexander. Featuring Irrfan Khan and Kangna Ranaut, Divine Lovers is a love story set against the backdrop of the India Shining myth and how it offers a false sense of hope. While most of the post-production will be done in France, the film's story is set in Mumbai,...
- 7/5/2014
- BollywoodHungama
Fresh from the success of Queen, Kangana Ranaut has apparently delved into scriptwriting and has expressed her interest in making a film. The actress took a 2 month long screenplay writing course at the New York Film Academy and is currently taking a short break in Switzerland to work on her script. Kangana has headed for the Swiss Alps, as opposed to the Bollywood capital Mumbai in order to prevent herself from being distracted.
A source close to Kangana reported the following to a leading Indian newspaper. “Kangana is in Switzerland currently. The first draft of a script that she was working on is ready. So to develop the storyline further, she decided to fly away from India and focus completely on her idea. She knows that it won’t be possible if she tried to work on her script while living in Mumbai.”
“There are too many distractions in Mumbai,...
A source close to Kangana reported the following to a leading Indian newspaper. “Kangana is in Switzerland currently. The first draft of a script that she was working on is ready. So to develop the storyline further, she decided to fly away from India and focus completely on her idea. She knows that it won’t be possible if she tried to work on her script while living in Mumbai.”
“There are too many distractions in Mumbai,...
- 5/16/2014
- by Bodrul Chaudhury
- Bollyspice
Those who saw stand-up comedian turned Bollywood actor Vir Das with a full-blown beard while hosting a recently concluded awards function in the Us, wondered whether Vir was just trying to appear more macho than warranted. Turns out there are more method to the apparent madness than meets the eye. Vir plays a Sikh character in his next movie role. The beard is part of his look for the character. Entitled 1984 the intimate drama will take a look at a Sikh couple trying to preserve their life, faith and dignity during the infamous anti-Sikh riots after Mrs Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984. The film will be directed by Shivaji Lotan Patil who won the National award for Best Director last year for his Marathi film Dhag. Says Vir, "It's a serious dramatic role with tremendous scope for emotional expression. And I play a Sardar, hence the facial growth. I also have to wear the turban.
- 5/8/2014
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
One of the most anticipated films of 2014, Revolver Rani which released on 25th April has received a thumps up from both, critics and the audiences!
The film received explicit critical acclaim which drew the audiences to the theatres. Revolver Rani opened on Friday to thunderous critical acclaim, across the board in a wide range of highly respected publications and news platforms as also in audience critiques on social media. While this was always what the makers were quietly confident about, the box office results so far have been a pleasant surprise.
The film has garnered a decent weekend of 6.5 Cr in its first weekend, and the figures for Monday, Tuesday read 1.1cr and 1.05 cr respectively. The film has been able to sustain its impact on a weekday too, with showing steady rise in the percentage of occupancy in theaters. The occupancy rate has been 60% on weekdays, showing potential of a...
The film received explicit critical acclaim which drew the audiences to the theatres. Revolver Rani opened on Friday to thunderous critical acclaim, across the board in a wide range of highly respected publications and news platforms as also in audience critiques on social media. While this was always what the makers were quietly confident about, the box office results so far have been a pleasant surprise.
The film has garnered a decent weekend of 6.5 Cr in its first weekend, and the figures for Monday, Tuesday read 1.1cr and 1.05 cr respectively. The film has been able to sustain its impact on a weekday too, with showing steady rise in the percentage of occupancy in theaters. The occupancy rate has been 60% on weekdays, showing potential of a...
- 5/5/2014
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
The startling female hero of Revolver Rani (Rr) has been warmly received by critics. And Kangna Ranaut is all set to do another film with the Rr director Sai Kabir. Says Sai Kabir, "Yes I'm doing a film called Divine Lovers with Kangna and Irrfan in the lead. It would be a complete contrast to Revolver Rani. It won't be loud, aggressive, violent and splashy like Rr. But again Divine Lovers would be about the Great Indian Dream." Divine Lovers would be set in Mumbai and Aligarh. Reveals Sai, "It'd be set in the lower middleclass and it would be also about the moral corruption of the middleclass." Also on the anvil is the sequel to Revolver Rani. "I want to build my hero Alka Singh as a franchise. She'll be my toy to tell many stories. I want her to do many things in the future including fight America and revive the Soviet Union.
- 4/29/2014
- by Subhash K. Jha
- BollywoodHungama
Alka Singh (Kangana Ranaut) is a dacoit/politician of Chambal. She has swagger, a never-seen-before badassery, and she is a tigress in bed. She also has a boy-toy called Rohan (Vir Das) for whom she produces films to establish him in Bollywood. A complete role reversal of bollywood clichés, eh? All the film needed was solid writing to flesh out this interesting premise. Alas, once again bollywood lets us down.
Revolver Rani has one of the best opening credits in a long time. The beginning is interesting too but soon we realise that the film is all about a few good scenes interspersed between long periods of boredom. Bizarre scenarios are used to cover up for the lack of a proper story and it works to an extent. There are some truly hilarious sequences like the newsreader’s frequent use of film song lyrics, the many stage-weddings of Rohan, the Chambal Dud (dude?...
Revolver Rani has one of the best opening credits in a long time. The beginning is interesting too but soon we realise that the film is all about a few good scenes interspersed between long periods of boredom. Bizarre scenarios are used to cover up for the lack of a proper story and it works to an extent. There are some truly hilarious sequences like the newsreader’s frequent use of film song lyrics, the many stage-weddings of Rohan, the Chambal Dud (dude?...
- 4/27/2014
- by Shalu Dhyani
- Bollyspice
New Delhi, April 25: Anurag Kashyap was spotted at the special screening of Kangna Ranaut starrer film 'Revolver Rani' in Mumbai recently.
On the occasion, the 41-year-old filmmaker went gaga about the film and said, "You need lot of courage to make this film and I envy everyone who can write such script, because I can't do that. By using such kind of humour and quirkiness to make a main stream film and giving such a grand tribute to the B cinema which we have grown up watching in small times is initself a great thing."
Talking about the actress he added, "Kangna is extraordinary and the choices she is making is very.
On the occasion, the 41-year-old filmmaker went gaga about the film and said, "You need lot of courage to make this film and I envy everyone who can write such script, because I can't do that. By using such kind of humour and quirkiness to make a main stream film and giving such a grand tribute to the B cinema which we have grown up watching in small times is initself a great thing."
Talking about the actress he added, "Kangna is extraordinary and the choices she is making is very.
- 4/25/2014
- by Machan Kumar
- RealBollywood.com
Three notable films release this weekend – ‘Kaanchi’, ‘Revolver Rani’ and ‘Samrat & Co.’. Each of these boasts of a merit of its own. ‘Kaanchi’ sees the return of Subhash Ghai as a director and one waits to see if this is yet another larger than life cinema in the offering from him. ‘Revolver Rani’ has Kangna Ranaut returning after ‘Queen’, which is still running in theaters. ‘Samrat & Co.’ is yet another thriller from Rajeev Khandelwal after ‘Table No. 21′ and ‘Aamir’, both of which were successes.
From the hype perspective, none of the three films has managed to hit the roof, though there are good credentials involved. However, it is expected that there would be primarily a fight between ‘Kaanchi’ and ‘Revolver Rani’, right from screen count, show timings to opening footfalls. Though not much is expected to differentiate between the two, ‘Revolver Rani’ may just about manage to edge out...
From the hype perspective, none of the three films has managed to hit the roof, though there are good credentials involved. However, it is expected that there would be primarily a fight between ‘Kaanchi’ and ‘Revolver Rani’, right from screen count, show timings to opening footfalls. Though not much is expected to differentiate between the two, ‘Revolver Rani’ may just about manage to edge out...
- 4/24/2014
- by Joginder Tuteja
- Bollyspice
New Delhi, April 21: After "Queen", Kangana Ranaut is back at the box office as "Revolver Rani" and she would battle it out with musical "Kaanchi" and thriller "Samrat & Co." for the top honours when the threesome hit the screens Friday.
Kangana loves to push the envelope by stepping into unconventional roles and she continues the trend with "Revolver Rani", which sees her in a never-seen-before avatar of a don shooting guns and mouthing dialogues in profane language.
With her brilliant performance in "Queen", Kangana not only raised the bar for her contemporaries but for herself too thus raising fans' expectations.
Kangana loves to push the envelope by stepping into unconventional roles and she continues the trend with "Revolver Rani", which sees her in a never-seen-before avatar of a don shooting guns and mouthing dialogues in profane language.
With her brilliant performance in "Queen", Kangana not only raised the bar for her contemporaries but for herself too thus raising fans' expectations.
- 4/21/2014
- by Arun Pandit
- RealBollywood.com
New Delhi, Apr.19: Kangna Ranaut was recently spotted promoting her upcoming comedy drama 'Revolver Rani'with her co- star Vir Das in New Delhi.
Speaking about the film, the 'Queen' star said, "The concept is very dark but what is new about the film is that it's a dark story which is been told with lot of humor, quirk and sarcasm, and irony, which is very rare in Indian Films".
"So I think it's a reflection of what's going on in our society and very quirky take on the political scenario, love, obsession, passion, tragedy so it's just a funny film", she added.
Speaking on the occasion, Vir Das said, "It's a.
Speaking about the film, the 'Queen' star said, "The concept is very dark but what is new about the film is that it's a dark story which is been told with lot of humor, quirk and sarcasm, and irony, which is very rare in Indian Films".
"So I think it's a reflection of what's going on in our society and very quirky take on the political scenario, love, obsession, passion, tragedy so it's just a funny film", she added.
Speaking on the occasion, Vir Das said, "It's a.
- 4/19/2014
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
Just like us the stand-up comedian and a stage performer-turned-film actor Vir Das was also dazed when he was offered a dark character in Revolver Rani. Vir Das shares, “I was flattered and asked Kabir, the director, that are you sure you want me for this role? However, all he replied was that he needs a good actor for this role.” Read More...
- 4/15/2014
- Bollywood Trade
Kangna Ranaut is all set to rule our hearts again with Revolver Rani! The cast and crew of Revolver Rani held a special press conference yesterday at a suburban hotel in Mumbai, with a loud and colourful ambience to associate to and celebrate the theme of the film.
Kangna said that her sister was totally against her doing the film. “My sister heard the script with me and she didn’t want me to do such an aggressive, abusive role. But I had already decided I want to do this,” she said. Talking about shooting in Chambal, Kangna stated,” I thought the whole violence story of these areas was in the past. I had no idea I will be shooting in a place where even milkmen carry guns!” Her performance in Queen has been widely applauded and she hopes people accept her as Alka too. “I didn’t expect so much love for Queen,...
Kangna said that her sister was totally against her doing the film. “My sister heard the script with me and she didn’t want me to do such an aggressive, abusive role. But I had already decided I want to do this,” she said. Talking about shooting in Chambal, Kangna stated,” I thought the whole violence story of these areas was in the past. I had no idea I will be shooting in a place where even milkmen carry guns!” Her performance in Queen has been widely applauded and she hopes people accept her as Alka too. “I didn’t expect so much love for Queen,...
- 4/12/2014
- by Samreen Tungekar
- Bollyspice
Kangna Ranaut may be currently riding high on the success of her recently released film Queen, however the actress hasn't let the merry making hamper the progress of her next film Revolver Rani. Though the film is still in progress, the makers have decided on making a change in the film. Apparently, director Sai Kabir has decided on changing the name of Kangna's character in the film from Alka Gujjar to Alka Singh. The reason behind this change is said to be the current election fever that has gripped the nation. It is learnt that the makers don't want to cause any trouble, and neither want to offend the Gujjar community. Besides this, since the film is a political one, akin to a tamasha, it also speaks about the sick practices of the society. Apart from the name change, the makers have also muted foul language in the film. With these change coming in now,...
- 4/12/2014
- BollywoodHungama
Mumbai, April 12: Vir Das is primarily known for his brand of comedy and comic timing, but he plays a dark character in "Revolver Rani". He says an actor must try different things, and with his latest film, he's just stepping out of his "comfort zone".
"As an actor, it's my responsibility to try different things. I am known for my comedy timing, but I'm coming out of my comfort zone and trying different genres," Vir told Ians.
"If you will see the line-up of my upcoming films, you will realize what I am taking about," added the actor-comedian, who has Sanjay Chhel's untitled next, and "Santa Banta" in his kitty.
Talking.
"As an actor, it's my responsibility to try different things. I am known for my comedy timing, but I'm coming out of my comfort zone and trying different genres," Vir told Ians.
"If you will see the line-up of my upcoming films, you will realize what I am taking about," added the actor-comedian, who has Sanjay Chhel's untitled next, and "Santa Banta" in his kitty.
Talking.
- 4/12/2014
- by Abhijeet Sen
- RealBollywood.com
On August 25th we will see Kangana Ranaut in Sai Kabir’s Revolver Rani. According to the synopsis, Revolver Rani is a satirical and odd love story set against the backdrop of politics. It’s about Alka Singh (aka Revolver Rani), the leader of a political party, and her obsessive love for Rohan Mehra (played by Vir Das), a rising star of Bollywood. Sanjeev Srivastava was brought in to create the musical world of Revolver Rani and with the songs to make the story come alive. So how did he fare? Read on to find out!
The beginning sounds of the title track Revolver Rani was not promising because I kept checking to see if my computer was somehow skipping…sadly no, it is just the song. It gets better when the track transforms to an Usha Uthup jazz showcase and she is brilliant – of course. There are a couple...
The beginning sounds of the title track Revolver Rani was not promising because I kept checking to see if my computer was somehow skipping…sadly no, it is just the song. It gets better when the track transforms to an Usha Uthup jazz showcase and she is brilliant – of course. There are a couple...
- 4/10/2014
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, April 7: Actress Kangana Ranaut says her next movie "Revolver Rani" has the flavour of a pulp fiction novel by Hindi writer Ved Prakash Sharma.
Talking about the movie, Kangana said: "This is actually a character of a neurotic and the woman who we are going to see and the film that we are going to see is very exciting just like Ved Prakash Sharma's novels that you find on railway stations. That's the kind of treatment the film is carrying."
"It's very exciting. Its total pulp. The woman is negative, brutal and very exciting," added the star of latest hit "Queen".
"Revolver Rani" is releasing April 25.
Talking about the movie, Kangana said: "This is actually a character of a neurotic and the woman who we are going to see and the film that we are going to see is very exciting just like Ved Prakash Sharma's novels that you find on railway stations. That's the kind of treatment the film is carrying."
"It's very exciting. Its total pulp. The woman is negative, brutal and very exciting," added the star of latest hit "Queen".
"Revolver Rani" is releasing April 25.
- 4/7/2014
- by Ketali Mehta
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, April 7: Vir Das, known for his unique class of comedy on and off the big screen, has stepped out of his comfort zone to play a dark character in "Revolver Rani".
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will be seen playing the lead in the film, which is releasing April 25.
"Vir Das has done a completely different role this time. He is playing the role of Kangana's toyboy, who does some desperate things to woo her for his ulterior motive," said a source from the team.
"He has played a very different character and we are sure that people would be surprised to see him in such a role as he always does comedy," the source.
Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut will be seen playing the lead in the film, which is releasing April 25.
"Vir Das has done a completely different role this time. He is playing the role of Kangana's toyboy, who does some desperate things to woo her for his ulterior motive," said a source from the team.
"He has played a very different character and we are sure that people would be surprised to see him in such a role as he always does comedy," the source.
- 4/7/2014
- by Shiva Prakash
- RealBollywood.com
Mumbai, April 2: Usha Uthup, a powerhouse of singing talent, has lent her voice for the title track of "Revolver Rani", which features Kangana Ranaut in the role of a gangster woman.
This is the first time that Uthup, who can effortlessly croon in 24 languages, has given playback for Kangana.
"Usha-ji has sung the title track of 'Revolver Rani'. We wanted someone who had a husky deep voice and who better than Usha-ji to sing for us! In fact, this is the first time that she is singing for Kangana and both of them are equally happy to be associated with each other," said a source associated with the project.
Kangana.
This is the first time that Uthup, who can effortlessly croon in 24 languages, has given playback for Kangana.
"Usha-ji has sung the title track of 'Revolver Rani'. We wanted someone who had a husky deep voice and who better than Usha-ji to sing for us! In fact, this is the first time that she is singing for Kangana and both of them are equally happy to be associated with each other," said a source associated with the project.
Kangana.
- 4/2/2014
- by Amith Ostwal
- RealBollywood.com
Gorgeous Kangana Ranaut, who is currently riding high on the success of her film Queen, is all set to don the role of a gangster woman for her forthcoming film Revolver RANIWhat we hear is that the very versatile Usha Uthup will be singing for Kangana Ranaut in the filmA source close to the team said, Yes, Usha has sung the title track of Revolver Rani. We wanted someone who had a husky deep voice and who better than Ushaji to sing for us. In fact, this...
- 4/2/2014
- GlamSham
Her last venture, Queen, has not only smitten the critics and audience alike but has already flown past the half century mark netting on excess of 50 crore from India, not to forget the $1m from the UAll eyes are now focused on Kangana's next, the Tigmanshu Dhulia project, black comedy, Revolver Rani, which also stars Vir Das and Zakir Hussain. The very hatke and interesting first look of the film as well as it's teaser has been appreciated (especially Kangana, Vir a...
- 4/2/2014
- GlamSham
In the wake of Saif Ali Khan's Bullet Raja, Kangana Ranaut's Revolver Rani sounded like a feminine version with a similar subject, stage and setting. However the super-success of Queen has changed it all. With the film still going great guns, Kangana's next woman-centric starrer Revolver Rani is now finding much better attention for itself.The first sign of this is the fact that the film's promo has exceeded a million view count online. Moreover, the film's quirky humor - whic...
- 3/26/2014
- GlamSham
It seems Kangana Ranaut has indeed hit the purple patch in her career, as after phenomenal success of Queen, commercially as well as the critical acclaim she is coming up with another scintillating performance in her next offering Revolver Rani which has been directed by Sai Kabir and has been produced by Wave Cinemas.It is a story that takes one back to the badlands of Chambal ravines, the role that dacoits play in the elections in the belt, and what happens when a dacoit...
- 3/18/2014
- GlamSham
The upcoming movie Revolver Rani, slated to release on 25th April surprisingly stars Kangana Ranaut and Vir Das, an unusual pair, in the lead.While Kangana Ranaut will be seen as a quirky, cool, politically active local goon who talks and walks with guns easier than words, Vir plays a toy-boy who tries to woo Rani (Kangana) for his ulterior motives. But what's got people talking is the unusual and fresh pairing of Vir Das and Kangana Ranaut in the movie. Kangana is already...
- 3/13/2014
- GlamSham
The promo of Kaanchi may have been unveiled with much fanfare, last week. However for filmmaker Subhash Ghai, who is making a comeback to direction more than half-a-decade after the Salman Khan starrer Yuvvraaj [2008], there is some good competition ahead, what with at least five films in the fray for the same release date. The list is topped by Kangana Ranaut's Revolver Rani.As a matter...
- 3/11/2014
- GlamSham
The Wild Wild West Of India will come alive this April with Revolver Rani releasing on 25th April. Starring Kangana Ranaut, Vir Das and Piyush Mishra, the movie is produced by Wave Cinema and directed by Sai Kabir.
Set against the backdrop of politics in Chambal and Gwalior, Revolver Rani is an unusual love story between Alka Gujjar (Kangana Ranaut) and her toy boy lover Rohan Mehra (Vir Das).
Popularly known as Revolver Rani, Kangana plays a politically active local who talks with guns easier than words. Manipulated by her uncle for his political motives, Vir Das also tries to get his way into Bollywood by wooing Rani.
Revolver Rani will see Kangana in an all new quirky avatar after her role as a simpleton in Queen. With power packed performances and intense action, Revolver Rani is all set to take us on a joy ride with this dangerously fun movie.
Set against the backdrop of politics in Chambal and Gwalior, Revolver Rani is an unusual love story between Alka Gujjar (Kangana Ranaut) and her toy boy lover Rohan Mehra (Vir Das).
Popularly known as Revolver Rani, Kangana plays a politically active local who talks with guns easier than words. Manipulated by her uncle for his political motives, Vir Das also tries to get his way into Bollywood by wooing Rani.
Revolver Rani will see Kangana in an all new quirky avatar after her role as a simpleton in Queen. With power packed performances and intense action, Revolver Rani is all set to take us on a joy ride with this dangerously fun movie.
- 3/8/2014
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
Bollywood beauty Kangana Ranaut speaks to Sunny Malik about her next release, Queen which hits theaters on March 7th. The film is a feel-good and female-centric flick directed by Vikas Bahl and produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures.
Queen tells the story of Rani, a girl left at the altar. Taking her life and destiny in her own hands, she decides, impromptu, to go for her meticulously pre-planned honeymoon… by herself. A girl who has never been out in Delhi unescorted by her younger brother now leaves for a foreign land to embark on a life journey filled with experience and adventure.
Check out some highlights of Kangana Ranaut on all things Queen
How was your experience attending the Burberry show at the recently concluded London Fashion Week?
It was really beautiful. London was great as it didn’t rain that day. We were expecting it to rain and it didn’t.
Queen tells the story of Rani, a girl left at the altar. Taking her life and destiny in her own hands, she decides, impromptu, to go for her meticulously pre-planned honeymoon… by herself. A girl who has never been out in Delhi unescorted by her younger brother now leaves for a foreign land to embark on a life journey filled with experience and adventure.
Check out some highlights of Kangana Ranaut on all things Queen
How was your experience attending the Burberry show at the recently concluded London Fashion Week?
It was really beautiful. London was great as it didn’t rain that day. We were expecting it to rain and it didn’t.
- 3/5/2014
- by Sunny Malik
- Bollyspice
Vir Das, actor and stand-up comedian, knows how to keep his audiences interested and that goes beyond his stage performances too. The actor is soon to be seen in Sai Kabir's Revolver Rani and is paired opposite Kangana RanauBut what's interesting is Vir turns into a toy-boy in this movie and does some desperate things to woo Kangana for his ulterior motive. I'm doing a role that even I couldn't have thought of ever performing, admits Vir Das. I do play a toy-boy but...
- 3/5/2014
- GlamSham
Saif Ali Khan returns to the big screen this Thanksgiving Thursday, November 28, in the Us and then the 29th the world over, in the much-talked-about new film Bullett Raja. Directed by last year’s National Award winner Tigmanshu Dhulia (Paan Singh Tomar), the film co-stars Sonakshi Sinha, Jimmy Shergill, Gulshan Grover, Chunky Pandey and mixes action, comedy, and romance into a full-on entertainer with some of the hottest music of the year.
Talkind about the film and especially his character, Saif said, “It’s a thriller about somebody who is quite an intelligent guy. He’s from a well-to-do Brahmin family so it’s very surprising that he ends up in this line of mafia work. But there is no other option for him.”
Adding, “It’s the rise of a gangster but his personality is larger than life and Tigmanshu has made it a point to make it lovable and entertaining.
Talkind about the film and especially his character, Saif said, “It’s a thriller about somebody who is quite an intelligent guy. He’s from a well-to-do Brahmin family so it’s very surprising that he ends up in this line of mafia work. But there is no other option for him.”
Adding, “It’s the rise of a gangster but his personality is larger than life and Tigmanshu has made it a point to make it lovable and entertaining.
- 11/28/2013
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
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