Rhea Chakraborty may skip ED summons

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Rhea Chakraborty may skip ED summons

Model-turned-actress Rhea Chakraborty, who has been accused of abetting late actor Sushant Singh Rajput to suicide, is unlikely to appear before the Enforcement Directorate officials, her lawyers indicated here on Friday.

“Rhea Chakraborty has requested a postponement of recording her statement till the Supreme Court hearing,” said her lawyers here. The Supreme Court is expected to hear next week Rhea’s plea seeking transfer of the Bihar Police probe to Mumbai Police.

Her name figures in FIRs lodged by both the Patna Police and the CBI. The investigation into the June 14 death of the 34-year-old actor has been handed over to the CBI and also the ECIR of the Enforcement Directorate, after much wrangling between the Mumbai Police and Sushant’s home state police.

Sushant’s father lodged the first FIR in the case against Rhea and six others on July 25 at the Rajiv Nagar police station in Patna.

Among other things, Sushant’s family has accused Rhea also of swindling large sums of money from his bank accounts.

The ED reaction to her request is not yet available.

Shivaleeka Oberoi on being an outsider in Bollywood

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Shivaleeka Oberoi on being an outsider in Bollywood

Budding actress Shivaleeka Oberoi admits it is not easy for an outsider to carve a path in Bollywood, and says that one needs to have immense self-belief to survive the journey.

“Honestly, it is not easy,” Shivaleeka told IANS, when asked how tough it is for an outsider to find a way and sustain in Bollywood, and then added: “But if you believe in yourself and if you are actually talented, and you reach the right places… I have a belief that you have to be in the right place at the right time. Destiny plays a very important role.”

“I never thought that I would be an actor. My mom is from a different line, my dad does something else and my sister does something else. I’m the only one in the acting field. My grandfather (Mahavir Oberoi) had produced a film once, but he passed away when my father was young, and since then we had no touch with the industry. I actually found my way, in terms of being on a film set, by becoming an assistant director. I gained maximum experience and knowledge by being an AD. It really helped me as an actor,” she added.

Before her debut as an actor, Shivaleeka worked as an assistant director on “Kick” and “Housefull 3”.

She made her acting debut in 2019 with the romantic thriller “Yeh Saali Aashiqui” opposite Amrish Puri’s grandson Vardhan Puri, and will next be seen in “Khuda Haafiz”, co-starring Vidyut Jammwal.

Looking back at her short journey so far, she said: “It was not easy. To be very honest, what comes easy does not last. My parents have always taught me that ‘jo bhi chaiyeh life mein uske liye hardwork karna padega’ (you have to work hard to achieve what you want).”

For Shivaleeka, that meant lots of auditions. “I have given an insane amount of auditions, and that’s how I bagged my first film, and then second. My role in ‘Khuda Haafiz’ is completely different from what I portrayed in my first film. It is a huge jump and people are going to see that variation.”

“Your versatility as an actor is the only thing that really matters in this industry. For me, being a complete outsider, I kind of felt that it is important to show different shades and a variation to your characters,” she said.

Her next release “Khuda Haafiz” is a romantic action thriller inspired by real life-events, and has been directed and written by Faruk Kabir. It will release on August 14, on Disney+ Hotstar VIP.

Talking about the direct-to-OTT release, Shivaleeka said: “We all wish for a theatrical release, but knowing the situation around, safety comes first. With OTT, the film will reach a maximum audience. Everybody can watch the first show. It is a great move by the producers. (In the end), you just want your film to be watched by maximum people.”

Sushant’s legacy extends in the song ‘Khulke jeene ka’: Shashaa Tirupati

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Sushant’s legacy extends in the song ‘Khulke jeene ka’: Shashaa Tirupati

Sushant Singh Rajput celebrates life in the song Khulke jeene ka, picturized on him in his last release, Dil Bechara. Shashaa Tirupati, who voiced the song, feels that the number infused with positivity could be an extension to the legacy of the late actor.

“For the longest time, I really wanted to sing for a film that starred Sushant Singh Rajput, and it didn’t happen. I was completely oblivious to the fact that ‘Dil Bechara’ had him as the male lead. When the news of his demise broke and I went through social media seeing the details of the cause, that’s where I read that ‘Dil Bechara’ was his last film,” Shashaa told IANS about the actor, who was found hanging at his Mumbai residence on June 14.

“I was very shocked at that moment. Initially, it was very emotional but it translated into a point where I kind of felt that singing a song with the lyrics being ‘Khulke jeene ka tareeka tumhe dikhate hain’ (ways to live life to the fullest) — just the fact that in a way it could be an extension to Sushant’s legacy,” she added.

Composed by AR Rahman and written by Amitabh Bhattacharya, the song is sung by Arijit Singh and Shashaa. She calls it a masterpiece.

“It’s one of those songs that you always go back to. When you listen to it (you wonder) how the idea occurs to him (Rahman). Intertwining notes, the harmonies just hug each other so beautifully and personally. I am a massive fan of Amitabh Bhattacharya’s work. The kind of words he has used — everything about it is so beautiful and in the current situation, I feel so deeply applicable,” she said.

“The times that we are going through right now, it’s something that we have forgotten or lost touch with, and ‘Khulke jeene ka’ acquaints you to that,” shared the National Award winner.

She has worked with Rahman on quite a few film songs, including the award-winning track “Vaan Varuvaan”.

“Rahman Sir is one of those people you don’t take away from, just musically or only something creatively. Having one conversation with him gives me so much insight spiritually. It taught me so much about life in general or just applying things on a day-to-day basis that are otherwise are difficult to tap into,” she said.

“Other than that, I think he has the capacity to create gold out of pebbles — to know what the capacity of any talent is. He has that strange capability of knowing what he can get out of the minutest talent or the biggest talent. In a lot of ways, he creates that talent in a lot of us including myself. There are songs that I have sung for him that I never thought I’d be able to render. These are the things you realize, and go ahead and apply in your creations as well,” shared the singer.

Prabhas in sci-fi thriller Movie

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Prabhas in sci-fi thriller Movie

Going by the latest Bollywood buzz, Prabhas might be starring in a massive mythological drama that will be produced by Bhushan Kumar, who runs T-Series.

It is known that Bhushan Kumar is partnering with UV Creations for Prabhas’s ‘Radhe Shyam’. Apparently, he might be roping in Prabhas for one of his future projects.

Reportedly, Bhushan Kumar is planning to make a mythological film with an ensemble star cast. Details regarding the director and other principal cast are unavailable for now.

However, this project might not commence in the near future. Prabhas will be working with Nag Ashwin for a sci-fi thriller which will be completed only by the end of 2023. He might be working under Bhushan Kumar’s production only after he wraps up Prabhas21.

Prabhas attained nation-wide fame with Baahubali and his fans would be more than excited to see him in a mythological drama soon.

Pawan Kalyan is spending a lot of time in his farmhouse

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Pawan Kalyan is spending a lot of time in his farmhouse

Every actor is doing something or the other during the lockdown in order to keep their fans engaged and keep themselves occupied with work rather than sulking in boredom. Samantha is gardening, Rana is getting married, Nagarjuna is hosting Bigg Boss and Megastar is recording interviews for his upcoming auto-biography. So what is Pawan Kalyan doing?

Apart from the fact that he will be looking into lots of political stuff as he happens to be the president of Janasena Party, Pawan is giving a thought regarding his films too. While he is reading scripts and listening to stories, that writer inside him is back to work, we hear. Though Pawan’s earlier stories including that of the one he wrote for Jhonny and Sardar Gabbar Singh haven’t clicked, the superstar hasn’t given up.

Reports are coming that Pawan has dedicated a couple of hours time to writing some stories as he is spending a lot of time at his farmhouse these days. He is said to have written two stories already, while he wants to direct and act in one of them, the other one he might just produce. Some young writers are also sitting down with Pawan, to record and write his thoughts, and share their feedback on the actor’s new creations.

Actor Samir Sharma killed himself

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Actor Samir Sharma killed himself

The 44-year-old actor – seen in Balaji Telefilms’ popular TV shows “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi” and “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki” – was found hanging in the kitchen of his Malad flat, police said, adding that they suspect he killed himself.

His body was found by a security guard who alerted other members of the apartment complex. The actor was living on rent at the Malad home.

A case of accidental death has been registered. “We have not found any evidence that suggests he may have been killed. Also, no suicide note has been found at the house so far. We are still investigating the case,” an officer said. The body has been sent for autopsy.

Samir Sharma – a familiar face on the small screen – was also seen in the 2009 Bollywood movie – “Hasee Toh Phasee”. He acted in several TV shows- “Dil Kya Chahta Hai”, “Geet – Hui Sabse Parayi” and “Left Right Left”.

Condolences poured on social media as the news of his death broke, nearly two months after Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead at his Mumbai home. The 34-year-old’s death had triggered debate on mental health.

Vijay Deverakonda has launched the teaser

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Vijay Deverakonda has launched the teaser

Tollywood young sensation Vijay Deverakonda is a household name now, thanks to his breathtaking performance in ‘Arjun Reddy. Currently, he is one of the top actors in the Telugu film industry. As someone who came to this level without any industry background, he knows how hard it is to enter films and gain a foothold. For this precise reason, he is always at the forefront when it comes to promoting the works of any budding stars or technicians.

Continuing this heartening trend, Vijay Deverakonda has launched the teaser of small-budgeted film ‘Colour Photo’ which features Suhas in the lead role. For those who struggle to recollect the name, Suhas was seen in a host of films as a supporting actor. Films like Majili, Dear Comrade, and Prati Roju Pandage are some of those. Chandini Chowdary is playing the leading lady in Colour Photo while noted actor Sunil will be seen in a surprise role in this film.

Vijay Deverakonda shared the teaser of ‘Colour Photo’ on his Twitter account. Take a look. The film is helmed by Sandeep Raj who is making his debut with this flick. It is produced by Sai Rajesh Neelam and Bunny Muppaneni under Amrutha Production banner who previously scored blockbusters with films like ‘Hrudaya Kaleyam’ and ‘Kobbari Matta’ featuring Sampurnesh Babu.

Prabhas remuneration is double to Deepika

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Prabhas remuneration is double to Deepika

The pandemic has made it difficult for every person to stick to their usual plans as it is forcing a change in daily routine or work routine and even in their future planning. Many are facing crisis financially and if the pandemic continues to stay, nobody is sure about how to recover from it.

But the actors like Deepika Padukone and Prabhas don’t have a problem in demanding high remunerations as per the news reports. When the producers from Film Industry are asking for the actors to reduce their remunerations from usual, these two have reportedly demanded huge fancy amounts for their next film in Nag Ashwin’s direction.

As pet the buzz, Deepika Padukone has asked for Rs. 20 crores as her remuneration and with all other miscellaneous charges, total will wind up to Rs. 22 crores for producer Ashwini Dutt. Still, he accepted to pay the amount to her.

The amount that Prabhas has demanded as his remuneration is not clearly stated but he might be getting double to what Deepika will get due to his market value. He might take it as his part of the share from OTT or Satellite rights sales.

Bihar CM recommends CBI probe into Sushant Singh case

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Bihar CM recommends CBI probe into Sushant Singh case

The Bihar government on Tuesday recommended a CBI inquiry into the alleged suicide of actor Sushant Singh Rajput.

According to official sources, the government has recommended the CBI inquiry after Sushant Singh’s father K.K. Singh demanded it.

Sushant Singh’s brother and BJP MLA Neeraj Kumar Bablu thanked Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for recommending the CBI inquiry and said that now the truth will come out.

On Monday, the Sushant Singh suicide case was raised in the Bihar assembly and almost all lawmakers demanded a CBI inquiry into the matter.

Sushant Singh Rajput was found dead in his Mumbai apartment on June 14.

The Mumbai police had claimed that Sushant Singh died by suicide.

However, on July 25, Sushant’s father lodged a case in Patna and now Bihar Police is also investigating the case.

‘Shakuntala Devi’ producer: Theatrical releases will not become irrelevant

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‘Shakuntala Devi’ producer: Theatrical releases will not become irrelevant

Producer Vikram Malhotra has just released his much-hyped new film, the Vidya Balan-starrer Shakuntala Devi, on OTT, but he takes a pragmatic approach and says skipping theatrical release is just a situational decision and by no means is the theatrical experience going to become irrelevant.

“The practice of consuming films and shows on digital platforms is not a new phenomenon. In the western world, it has been happening over the last 10 years. In India, too, a potential market has grown in the last five years. Yes, in the last three months, there have been films releasing directly on the OTT platforms for the obvious reason of the global pandemic. But I see no reason to looking at it as a shift from theatrical release to OTT,” Malhotra told IANS.

“It is not that theatrical releases will become irrelevant once normalcy returns. It is a temporary phase because content has to reach the audience,” he added.

Citing the example of “Shakuntala Devi”, he explained: “This film was slated to release in June. But we can see the unprecedented situation that the world is going through. During the lockdown, OTT is the widest platform of distribution of a film. As makers, we are utilizing that. If we make a film for a theatrical release, we have a very good reason to release it theatrically.”

“Shakuntala Devi” is directed by Anu Menon and it also features Jisshu Sengupta, Sanya Malhotra, and Amit Sadh. The film released on Amazon Prime Video on July 31.

The films released so far on OTT have all been small to medium-budget fare. Would digital release of a big-budget film guarantee as big a collection as the film in question might see at the theatrical box-office?

Malhotra replied: “I will explain how it works. There are different revenue models for the two platforms (theatre and OTT). The structures are different. When you release a film in the theatre, your fortune swings from zero to a hundred. A film goes from a deep loss to a great profit (financially) for a set of reasons. So the risk-reward ratio is very high. Earning profit for a film on the streaming platform after its release is different because the business model is different. So I refrain from the comparison.”

“In the future, when we take a call on what kind of risk and reward we are looking at from a film, we will map our audience. Based on whether a story is for individual viewing or collective viewing, we will decide whether to release the film on OTT or in the theatre,” explained the founder of Abundantia Entertainment.

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