Bollywood
Sumedh Mudgalkar: I got slapped 25-27 times for a sequence in ‘Escaype Live’
Actor Sumedh Mudgalkar shares some interesting incidents from the sets of the web series ‘Escaype Live’. He is playing the role of Darkie in the web show.
He recalled an hilarious incident in which his co-actor Akanksha Singh slapped him 25-27 times for a sequence.
He shares: “There is an incident that I recall, where Akanksha slaps me. We shot that in Delhi. I had told her before the scene that will you slap me for real, and she was like – Are you sure? I was like, yes, it would be good as Darkie’s persona is loud and ambitious, it is opposite of what I have played in past, so to get engrossed in the character completely, I asked her to slap me around 5-7 times while shooting the scene and then we saw it on the monitor with Shyam Kaushal ji.”
He further adds how the DOP Shyam Kaushal jokingly told her that the shot is not perfect and just to make it look real she slapped him a number of times.
“Shyam Ji who is very senior, intelligent and humble, one who always maintains a positive atmosphere on sets told Akanksha that I complained about her not slapping me properly, so for the next shot, she said she’ll do it properly. I saw everything and understood it’s a joke, however Akanksha didn’t realise it’s a joke and the next shot she slapped me like crazy!”
“She hugged me after the shot, sensing that she had slapped me too hard and apologised to me and said that my cheek is still hot. So, to summarise, I got slapped 25-27 times for this sequence. Crazy, but fun,” he concludes.
‘Escaype Live’ will be streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Bollywood
Sonu Sood feted with 390-foot cutout by 500 Sholapur students
Mumbai, Jan 7: Ahead of the release of his upcoming film “Fateh”, 500 students from Sholapur paid a heartfelt tribute to Sonu Sood with an incredible 390-foot cutout poster of the Bollywood actor and humanitarian.
A record-breaking 390-foot cutout was created with custom Fateh-themed t-shirts, statues, and even decorated autos with the film’s branding. The 390-foot cutout stands not only as a tribute to Sonu but also as a testament to the film’s impact, even before its release.
“Fateh”, directed and written by Sonu, is a high-octane action thriller set against the backdrop of cybercrime. The film promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats with its gripping storyline.
A few days ago, Sonu visited the Samadhi of Shri Sai Baba and he stated that he seeked divine blessings for the success of his upcoming film.
The actor shared how playing the role of an ordinary man with hidden strength and determination provided him with a fresh outlook on personal growth and self-confidence.
Sonu shared, “I think Fateh was my dream role, one that I always wanted to play: a common man who has a superhero inside him. I believe every individual, every common man, has a superhero within them.”
“You just need to discover that. I’m glad that with Fateh, I was able to discover that side of myself. And I hope that when people watch it, they not only get entertained by the script but also get inspired.”
Asked what Fateh means to him, he said, “I think when you can be someone’s hope, it’s not about how rich, famous, or influential you are.”
“We are all those things, but sometimes, when someone becomes a hope, a person leaves their native village in Punjab or Uttar Pradesh with the belief that when they reach out to an individual, their life will change. I think that is true Fateh—when you can change someone’s life, that’s what real Fateh is.”
Produced by Umesh KR Bansal under Zee Studios and Sonali Sood of Shakti Sagar Productions, with Ajay Dhama as co-producer, Fateh, which also stars Jacqueline Fernandez, Naseeruddin Shah, and Vijay Raaz, is slated to release on January 10.
Bollywood
Kangana Ranaut on ‘Emergency’: This story isn’t just about a controversial leader
Mumbai, Jan 6: Actress-filmmaker and parliamentarian Kangana Ranaut’s film “Emergency” is all set to hit the screens on January 17 and she says that the story isn’t just about a controversial leader as it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today.
The new trailer, which was dropped on Monday morning, delivers even more intensity and political firepower than the first, capturing the tumultuous days of 1975 and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s infamous declaration, “Indira is India.”
Kangana Ranaut says, “After a long journey filled with challenges, I’m glad that our film Emergency will finally hit the big screen on 17th January. This story isn’t just about a controversial leader; it delves into themes that remain profoundly relevant today, making the journey both difficult and significant.”
The film brings to life the characters of Jayaprakash Narayan’s fiery protests to young Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Pupul Jayakar, and Jagjivan Ram in the gripping drama.
Kangana added: “Releasing just a week before Republic Day, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the resilience of our Constitution and experience the film with your loved ones.”
Producer Umesh KR Bansal says, “As we mark 50 years since the 1975 Emergency, this film isn’t just a historical retelling—it’s a reflection on the resilience of democracy and a tribute to those who fought to protect it.”
“Emergency is a cinematic milestone that challenges audiences to question, engage, and remember the cost of freedom,” he added.
Written, directed, and headlined by Kangana herself, Emergency also features a stellar cast, including Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, and the late Satish Kaushik in his final performance.
Produced by Zee Studios, Manikarnika Films, and Renu Pitti, with music by Sanchit Balhara and G.V. Prakash Kumar, the film is set to hit theaters on January 17, 2025.
Bollywood
Kiara Advani Hospitalised In Mumbai Amid Game Changer Promotions
Bollywood actress Kiara Advani, who is gearing up for the release of Game Changer with Ram Charan, has been hospitalised in Mumbai. Due to her health issues, she was unable to attend the film’s promotional event in Goregaon on Saturday (January 4).
The actress was originally scheduled to attend the press meet of Game Changer with Ram Charan, however, she was unable to make it. During the event, the host announced that she has been hospitalised but no further details regarding the cause of Kiara’s illness have been disclosed as of now.
The actress appeared on the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Salman Khan’s reality show, Bigg Boss 18, on Friday. She also interacted with the contestants and assigned them interesting tasks.
Several pictures and videos of the actress from the sets of the show have been doing the rounds on social media.
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