Sedition case: Ranaut sisters record statement with Mumbai police

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Sedition case: Ranaut sisters record statement with Mumbai police

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut and her sister Rangoli Chandel appeared before the Bandra Police on Friday, pursuant to a Bombay High Court order in connection with a sedition case filed against them, a lawyer said.

“As directed by the Bombay HC, they reached the Bandra Police Station at around 1 pm to record their statement,” lawyer Ravish Zamindar, the advocate for the complainant Munawwarali S.A. Sayyed, told IANS.

In November, a division bench comprising Justices S.S. Shinde and M.S. Karnik accepted advocate Rizwan Siddique’s undertaking that the two Ranaut sisters would report to the Mumbai Police on January 8, in response to the summons issued to them.

The court had also barred the two sisters from making any “instigating statements” on social media platforms to the subject matter in the FIR lodged by the police, Zamindar added.

The high court orders came in a plea filed by Ranaut-Chandel seeking to quash the police FIR lodged on October 17 on the directions of Bandra Court Metropolitan Magistrate J.Y. Ghule over alleged hateful social media posts by the duo.

Following the FIR, the sisters were issued a summons by the Bandra Police to appear on three different dates which they skipped on various grounds. After the third summons, they moved the Bombay HC.

“Among the charges are those under Section 124-A (sedition) of the Indian Penal Code… besides spreading communal hatred and falsehoods. The police had already recorded the statement of Sayyed in this connection in October,” Zamindar said.

A Bollywood casting director and fitness trainer, Sayyed had accused Kangana and Rangoli of defaming the film industry, portraying the people working in it in a bad light with allegations of nepotism, drug addiction, communal bias, and attempting to drive a wedge between artistes of different communities, calling them murderers, insulting religions, etc. on social media and through their public utterances.

In his complaint, he also charged the Ranaut sisters with seeking to create a ‘Hindu-Muslim divide’ through objectionable comments, citing Rangoli’s remarks like “make the mullahs and secular media stand in line and shoot them down; history may call us Nazis, who cares” to prove his point.

Marathi star Priya Bapat to shoot for Aditya Kripalani’s film in Singapore

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Marathi star Priya Bapat to shoot for Aditya Kripalani’s film in Singapore

Popular Marathi actress Priya Bapat will begin shooting for independent filmmaker Aditya Kripalani’s upcoming film in February in Singapore.

The film, “Father Like”, also stars Singaporean actor Lee Huat.

“‘Father Like’ is a film about a 38-year-old woman who is looking for her father. A taxi driver helps her with that. For me, the film is much more than just finding her own father, it’s more about finding herself, her roots, and a lot more,” she said.

“I’m very happy to be a part of this film not because of the fact that I’m going to get to work with Aditya, but also because I really love his process, the way he approaches actors, and the amount of investment and involvement he has in his projects, is extraordinary. Also, another interesting thing is that this is going to be my first English film to be shot abroad. I am looking forward to playing Sara,” she added.

Kripalani has directed the films “Tikli And Laxmi Bomb”, “Total Pataaka Item Maal”, “Devi Aur Hero” and “Not Today’. This will be his first international project.

“I think one benefit or advantage of working with independent filmmakers is that they don’t intend to create a big box office project. They want to tell their story, the hero of the film is always the story. For me, it is extremely important because ultimately the script has to be powerful, only then a film can sustain,” said Priya, known for her performances in Marathi movies “Kaksparsh” and “Aamhi Doghi”.

Kripalani shared that initially when his team started auditions for the film, he was worried about how they were going to conduct auditions with one actor in Singapore who is 70 years old and one actor in India, and still, keep the auditions real.

“Then we conducted auditions via Zoom with actors. We realized that if given proper direction and the correct environment, actors are able to be as honest as they’re in person. Priya gave two levels of auditions and she gave the best audition with as much spirit and feeling as she might have in person I think despite the fact that we were on Zoom. This is why this film is novel for me,” said the director.

Pulkit Samrat decodes why he feels blessed

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Pulkit Samrat decodes why he feels blessed

Bollywood actor Pulkit Samrat feels blessed because his workplace is full of pretty souls.

Pulkit posted a picture on Instagram that seems to be taken from the sets of his film “Paagalpanti”. He is seen petting a dog.

“When your workplace is full of such pretty souls, you know you are blessed! #gratitudeattitude
#pagalpanti #throwback #onset #gratitude,” Pulkit wrote alongside the image, which currently has 29.5k likes on the photo-sharing website.

“Pagalpanti” released in 2019. The film is directed by Anees Bazmee. It also stars Anil Kapoor, John Abraham, Ileana D’Cruz, Arshad Warsi, Urvashi Rautela, Kriti Kharbanda, and Saurabh Shukla.

Speaking about his upcoming projects, Pulkit will be seen in “Suswagatam Khushamadeed”. Directed by Dhiraj Kumar, the plot is based on social harmony, and how love is the strongest thing in the world and can conquer all. The film will be extensively shot in Delhi and Agra. Pulkit will also be seen in “Fukrey 3” and “Bulbul Marriage Hall”.

Telugu star Nabha Natesh happy her new film has opened in theatres

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Telugu star Nabha Natesh happy her new film has opened in theatres

Telugu star Nabha Natesh is on cloud nine. Her recent release, Solo Brathuke So Better, has opened to a good response at the theatres. What makes it all the more special is that this was the first film to release in theatres post lockdown.

“I am so happy and grateful for the love audience has showered on my film. I was eagerly waiting to see the audience’s reaction,” said a visibly happy Nabha.

Even as the film does good business, Nabha’s character Amrutha is being liked by viewers. Her acting is receiving special attention from the fans.

Even as many films have been releasing on OTT amid the closure of cinema halls owing to Covid lockdown, Nabha feels going to theatres is more than just an outing.

“It’s a wholesome magical experience. It is not just about going to the theatres — going there, booking tickets, ordering popcorn, and watching something on a huge screen is a very different experience. It’s magical and has so much more grandeur,” she says.

The talented actor’s career has been soaring ever since she starred in the 2019 sci-fi action drama, iSmartShankar. Apart from good roles, how important is it for her to be positively critiqued? “It matters to me how my performance is reviewed but more than that I focus on how much my audience loves my work and if I am able to entertain the fans or not, ” she shares.

Bollywood dreams? “Things have started getting back to normal now in the film industry. I am in talks with some filmmakers, but would like to comment only at the right time, ” She says.

DC case: Mumbai Police record comedian Kapil Sharma’s statement

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DC case: Mumbai Police record comedian Kapil Sharma’s statement

Ten days after arresting vehicle designer Dilip Chhabria, the Mumbai Police on Thursday called comedian-actor Kapil Sharma to record his statement in the case, officials said here on Thursday.

Some time ago, Sharma had ordered and bought a highly-luxurious vanity van from Chhabria which has been the talk of Bollywood circles.

The comedian was called by the Crime Intelligence Unit of Mumbai Police on Thursday to give his statement as a witness in the case after the high-profile matter was unearthed last month, Deputy Commissioner of Police, S. Chaitanya, told IANS.

It may be recalled that the CIU had nabbed Chhabria on December 28, 2020, on charges of running a fake car financing and registration racket involving his self-designed DC Avanti sportscars.

The fraud came to light after a two-seater sports car bearing a fake registration number was seized from one Indermal Ramani from near a five-star hotel on December 18.

Further investigations revealed that another car with the same engine and chassis number was registered in Haryana, which unearthed multiple loan frauds involving around 90 such cars.

This week, the CIU seized another 14 DC Avanti cars and 40 engines, besides 19 other high-end vehicles, in a raid at Chhabria’s Pune workshop.

Proclaimed as India’s maiden indigenously made sports car, DCDPL rolled out its first model in 2016, a year after securing approval from the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI).

Not ruling out further arrests, the police are also checking if the tentacles of the scam are spread in other states, the involvement of people from finance companies or NBFCs, etc.

Chhabria shot into the limelight in the 1990s after he produced some eye-catching fancy cars for various celebs and even vanity vans for Bollywood personalities besides some concept cars, luxury passenger buses, and even aircraft interiors too soon become a legend in the country’s niche automobile-designing industry.

Allu Arjun thankful for garnering 10 million Instagram followers

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Allu Arjun thankful for garnering 10 million Instagram followers

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun has garnered a following of 10 million on Instagram and has thanked his fans for being there as his strength.

Arjun posted a video montage on Instagram. The clip features all the videos and pictures he has shared on the portal.

“Thank You All for the Love. Thank you for being there as my strength. Truly touched and humbled by your blessings,” he wrote as the caption.

On the professional front, Arjun has recently announced his next film directed by Koratala Siva.

He also shared the first poster of the film, tentatively titled “AA21”, on the photo-sharing website. In the poster, two boys can be seen standing near a shore and gazing at a village.

The film is scheduled to release in early 2022. Other details related to the film are still under wraps.

Kangana Ranaut shares her life mantra

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Kangana Ranaut shares her life mantra

Actress Kangana Ranaut on Thursday shared her life mantra, which is never compromised on your health, stay away from unhealthy habits, and pessimistic people.

The actress shared her mantra with a motivational workout video, where she is seen doing pilates, on Twitter.

“Early morning fitness routine. Remember one thing in life jo fit hai Woh hit hai, never compromise on your health, stay away from unhealthy habits, and pessimistic people. Stay in the company of great beings if you don’t find them physically find their books or teachings,” she wrote along with the video.

Meanwhile, Kangana has crossed three million followers on Twitter. She posted a special note to mark the occasion.

“Thank you, everyone, I joined in last August this was my team handle with few thousand followers I never thought so soon we will be 3 million of us, Twitter is distracting at times but it’s also fun, thank you,” she wrote.

On the work front, Kangana has started prepping for her next film, “Dhaakad”. She will also be seen in films such as “Thalaivi” and “Tejas”.

Sonu Sood on BMC complaint: Will appeal in Bombay High Court

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Sonu Sood on BMC complaint: Will appeal in Bombay High Court

Actor Sonu Sood on Thursday asserted that there are no irregularities in the sustainability of his Juhu residential complex. Reacting to the police complaint filed by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for converting his six-storied residential building into a hotel without due permission, Sonu said he would appeal in Bombay High Court against the move.

The building in question is one where the actor had offered to house Covid 19 patients last year.

Speaking exclusively to IANS, Sonu said: “I have already taken approval for the change of use from the BMC. It was subject to the approval of the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA). This permission hasn’t come due to Covid-19. There are no irregularities. I always abide by the law. This hotel was used to house Covid-19 warriors during the pandemic. If the permission doesn’t come, I will restore it back to a residential structure. I am appealing against the complaint in the Bombay High Court.”

The actor became a national hero last year when he helped lakhs of migrants reach home during the nationwide lockdown.

Akshay Kumar reveals his ‘Bachchan Pandey’ look

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Akshay Kumar reveals his ‘Bachchan Pandey’ look

Akshay Kumar gets rustic and rugged in his upcoming film Bachchan Pandey, going by his look in the film that the Bollywood superstar unveiled on Thursday.

Akshay posted a still on Twitter and Instagram, sharing his look like the central character of the film.

“New year, old associations…begun shooting for #BachchanPandey, my 10th film with #SajidNadiadwala, and hopefully many more. Need your best wishes and do tell me your thoughts on the look,” he wrote as the caption.

In the photograph, Akshay is seen sitting on the hood of a car in a black kurta and jeans, with a red scarf wrapped around his forehead. He wears heavy metal chains and strikes an intense look.

Akshay along with actresses Kriti Sanon and Jacqueline Fernandez started shooting for the film in Jaisalmer on Wednesday. The shoot will continue till March. The team is expected to shoot at places like Gadisar Lake and Jaisalkot.

In the Farhad Samji directorial, Akshay plays a gangster who aspires to be an actor, while Kriti plays a journalist who wishes to be a director. The film also stars Arshad Warsi, who plays the role of Akshay’s friend.

Why Big B wished fans a Merry Christmas on January 7

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Why Big B wished fans a Merry Christmas on January 7

Amitabh Bachchan surprised fans by wishing them Merry Christmas on January 7. The actor then explained on social media that this is the date of the Russian Christmas as per the Gregorian calendar.

“Merry Christmas. Russian Christmas on Jan 7 .. Christmas holiday-January 7th in the Gregorian calendar or December 25, Julian calendar … as informed by Alla Yukhina, Russian Ef,” tweeted Bachchan from his verified account.

Fans from across the world reciprocated to the tweet by wishing the actor on Orthodox Christmas.

“Thank you, Amit Ji! You remember and respect the Russian-speaking population all over the world. They love you very much in Russia! Movies are shown with translation. However, not always the timbre of the voice coincides with yours. So I’m reviewing movies in Hindi,” commented a fan from Crimea.

“Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2021 to all Orthodox Christians who celebrate Christmas on 7th Jan… Greetings and wishes” shared another fan.

On Wednesday, the actor had shared a photograph clicked in Moscow, the Soviet Union in 1990-91, where he is seen mobbed by fans for autograph.

On the work front, Big B will feature in upcoming films like “Chehre”, Nagraj Manjule’s “Jhund”, Ayan Mukerji’s “Brahmastra”, Ajay Devgn’s “Mayday” and a yet-untitled film co-starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone.

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