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Karan Malhotra: ‘Shamshera’ trailer isn’t TMI, more in store for audience

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While the spectacle and the casting of two big Bollywood stars — Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt — have amped up the excitement about the upcoming ‘Shamshera’, the trailer has also given away almost the entire storyline. Is is a case of TMI (Too much information)?

The story of the film is set in the 18th century in a desert village and is about a warrior tribe. It is the story of how Shamshera transformed from a prisoner to a fighter who is demanding the freedom of his tribe from the British government. Ranbir appears in a double role in the narrative as the father and son, while Sanjay plays a police officer, serving the British, named Shuddh Singh.

In conversation with IANS, Karan shares the reason behind making such a trailer and assures that the audience has more to be surprised once they go to the theatre to watch the film.

Karan told IANS: “I do not think that the trailer of ‘Shamsera’ is TMI because we really have a lot more to offer to our audience. The film offers an experiential watch for which you have to go to the theatre and watch the canvas really. Whether it is Sanjay sir and Ranbir, they really are larger than life. even though the audience gets a glimpse of the storyline, they do not know the emotional contradictions, drama and actions behind it.

“As a filmmaker, I believe that the idea behind making a trailer is to entice the audience. We have done just that with our trailer.”

The director has worked with Sanjay Dutt in his debut film titled ‘Agnipath’, but this is the first time he has worked with Ranbir.

Sharing his experience of working with both of them, Karan said: “Ranbir, we can say is really gifted. We all know his excellence as an actor, he already has shown the power of his craft but what makes me admire him is his dedication. He is one of those actors on set who does not make his presence felt when he is off-camera.

“There are no tantrums and baggage of stardom he carries or even shows his method of acting. He does not show his effort. But at the end of the day after the shot, when I would check the footage, I see the magic he has done quite silently. He is gifted really.”

Karan concluded by adding: “Sanjay sir on the other hand is very warmhearted and flamboyant. He is a director’s actor and has discussions on how to make the scene better. But off-camera there is a party going on all the time.

“Sir would know the name of every crew member, junior artists and they have their one-on-one equation with their Sanju baba. He would entertain us all the time even though we had a difficult shooting because of the scale and multiple action sequences in the film.”

Produced by Aditya Chopra under the YRF banner, the ‘Shamshera’ star cast also include Ronit Roy, Ashutosh Rana, Vaani Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla. It releases on July 22.

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Amitabh Bachchan gets emotional listening to late mother Teji Bachchan’s voice ahead of 84th birthday

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Mumbai, Oct 10: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was left visibly emotional on the sets of the quiz reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati during a special birthday-week celebration, as the voice of his late mother, Teji Bachchan, filled the studio with cherished memories.

The emotional moment unfolded when a recording of Teji Bachchan reciting a poem penned by her husband and noted Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan was played on the show.

The poem, ‘Raat Aadhi Ho Gayi Hai’, evoked fond memories of the actor’s parents, leaving him overwhelmed with emotions.

Monochrome pictures of a young Amitabh with his mother appeared on the screen, accompanied by Teji Bachchan’s soulful recitation of the poem by Harivansh Rai Bachchan.

Recognizing the familiar voice instantly, a visibly overwhelmed Big B paused to share with the audience, “Maa ki aawaaz hai yeh… Haan, woh Babuji ki ek kavita gaa rahi hain..” (This is my mother’s voice… Yes, she is singing a poem by Babuji)

Further a young child and dancer paid a tribute to the megastar stating, “Amitabh Bachchan ji sirf ek superstar, host ya pita nahi… balki ek emotion hain, Hindustan ka emotion” (Amitabh Bachchan ji is not just a superstar, a host or a father… he is an emotion, the emotion of India)

Amitabh bachchan has spoken a lot many times about his late.Mother and all the impact she has had on him throughout his life.

Teji bachchan passed away in 2007.

Meanwhile, Amitabh Bachchan will turn 84 years on October 11.

The actor has been working round the clock, despite his senior age and has multiple projects in the pipeline along with KBC.

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Faisal Shaikh aka Faisu drops dreamy photos from his wedding in Madinah: A blessing beyond words

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Mumbai, Oct 10: Popular social media influencer Faisal Shaikh, popularly known as Mr Faisu, announced his wedding on Saturday.

Taking to his official Insta handle, he uploaded a string of dreamy pictures from the nikah ceremony which took place in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.

While Faisu opted for a white sherwani for his special day, the bride looked gorgeous in a red and white sharara.

Sharing the beautiful pictures on his official handle, Faisu wrote in the caption, “And We created you in pairs” (Quran 78:8) Alhamdulillah for a dream turned into reality. Nikah in the beautiful city of Madinah, with my entire family by my side. A blessing beyond words (sic).”

“Please keep us in your duas as we begin this beautiful journey together. May Allah bless our marriage with endless love and barakah. Ameen,” he added.

As the announcement reached social media, many members from the entertainment industry congratulated the newlyweds in the comment section.

Actress Rubina Dilaik shared, “Big Congratulations… God Bless you”.

Influencer Abhishek Malhan aka Fukra Insaan remarked, “So happy for you broski…Congratulations”.

Dhanashree Verma shared, “Congratulations (blue hearts) Blessings”.

Prince Narula added, “congratulations brother”.

Actress Urvashi Dholakia penned, “Bahut Bahut Mubarak…stay blessed.. happiness always & forever”.

Actor Gaurav Khanna commented, “Bahut bahut shubh kamnayein mere bhai .. congratulations for the new life ahead .. miltein hain aap dono se jald .”

Actress Ridhi Dogra wrote, “Buhut Mubaarak be blessed always”.

Not too long ago, a wedding card announcing Faisu’s marriage went viral on social media. It featured the names Faisu and Tanya, bringing her name into the public eye for the first time.

In the photos shared by Faisu on his handle, the two were seen signing the wedding register. Another pic had him kissing his bride on the forehead.

The newlyweds were also seen catching a glimpse of Madinah through the wedding hall.

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Shehnaaz Gill recalls Mahhi Vij giving her clothes during tough times, calls her ‘pure and clean-hearted’

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Mumbai, October 10: Actress Shehnaaz Gill has expressed her support for Mahhi Vij amid the latter’s Bigg Boss 20 journey.

Shehnaaz recalled how the latter stood by her during difficult times and even helped her when she did not have clothes.

Taking to her social media account, Shehnaaz clarified that she has not been following Bigg Boss and, therefore, does not know whether Mahhi is playing the game well or badly.

She said that her support for Mahhi remains unwavering, and further recalled the bond they shared and the kindness Mahhi showed her during her struggling days.

“I am not following Bigg Boss so I don’t know how Mahhi is playing good or bad. But I’m still supporting her,” Shehnaaz wrote.

Recalling the difficult phase of her life when Mahhi came forward to help her, Shehnaaz added, “I was also in the same platform that Mahhi is in today and I remember how difficult it was. There was a time when I did not even have clothes. Mahhi stepped in and supported me a lot.”

Shehnaaz also spoke about the emotional support she received from Mahhi. “When I laughed she laughed with me. When I cried she cried with me,” she wrote. “She is genuinely such a pure and clean hearted person. I have seen that side of her and that’s why no matter how she plays inside the house I will always support Mahhi.”

Shehnaaz’s statement also offers a glimpse into the bond the two share beyond the reality show.

In fact, during an earlier episode of Bigg Boss 20, the contestants were shown some of the most memorable moments from the show’s history. One of the most emotional moments came when Mahhi Vij broke down in tears while watching happy and joyful memories of Shehnaaz Gill and Sidharth Shukla.

As the clips played on screen, Mahhi struggled to hold back her emotions, with tears rolling down her cheeks every time Sidharth and Shehnaaz appeared.

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