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Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday likely to star in Gully Boy sequel: Report

The Zoya Akhtar directorial Gully Boy will mark 6 years of its release next month. In a fresh set of developments, it is now revealed that the makers are working on a sequel that will reportedly star Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday. It will be directed by Varain Singh, who helmed Kho Gaye Hum Kahan. Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday in Gully Boy 2 According to a report by Filmfare, "Arjun Varain Singh, who directed Kho Gaye Hum Kahan for Excel and Tiger Baby, is slated to direct the Gully Boy sequel. He's confident that Ananya, who was his heroine in Kho Gaye, will be the perfect girl to lead the project. Vicky has been attached with the sequel for a long time now. Let's see if all these three artistes can come together to recreate the magic of Gully Boy." About Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy Gully Boy is inspired by the lives of Indian street rappers Divine and Naezy and follows the story of a young aspiring rapper from the slums of Mumbai who rises to fame in the hip-hop scene. The main character, Murad, played by Ranveer Singh, faces challenges and struggles as he tries to break free from his socio-economic constraints and pursue his passion for music.  Alia Bhatt plays the role of Safeena, Murad's girlfriend, and the film also features Siddhant Chaturvedi as MC Sher, a supportive mentor and friend. The film received widespread acclaim for its authentic portrayal of the hip-hop culture in India and the compelling performances of the cast. The film also featured Vijay Varma, Amruta Subhash, Vijay Raaz, and Kalki Koechlin.  Vicky Kaushal and Ananya Panday’s work front  On the work front, Vicky will next be seen in Chhaava, based on the life of Maratha King Shivaji's son, Sambhaji Maharaj. It also stars Rashmika Mandanna. He will also be seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love and War, and the magnum opus Mahavatar, where he will portray the legendary warrior sage Parashurama. The film, inspired by Indian mythology, is slated for release in cinemas in Christmas 2026. In the coming months, Ananya will be seen sharing screen space in a new romantic drama titled 'Chand Mera Dil' with Lakshya.

12 January,2025 05:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Tiku Talsania's daughter shares health update after actor suffers a brain stroke

Veteran actor Tiku Talsania’s daughter and actor Shikha Talsania has shared a health update on her father, who suffered a brain stroke on Saturday and was being treated at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. Shikha shared a note on her Instagram stories calling it an emotional time for the family. However, she assured everyone that Tiku is doing much better now.  Tiku Talsania's daughter Shikha shares health update Taking to her Instagram stories, Shikha wrote, "Thank for all your you prayers and concern. It's been an emotional time for all of us but we are happy to share that Dad is doing much better now and is recuperating well. We are grateful to the Doctors and Staff at Kokilaben Ambani Hospital for everything that they have done and to his fans for all the love that's come our way in abundance." Earlier, Rashami Desai told ANI that Tiku Talsania is under the observation of doctors. "I met Tiku sir last night. I was so happy to meet him. Unfortunately, a couple of hours after our meeting, I got to know that he suffered a brain stroke and was taken to hospital. I pray for his speedy recovery," Rashami said. Tiku Talsania’s film journey  Tiku Talsania is best known for his comic roles in films like Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, Ishq, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Andaz Apna Apna, Hungama, and Dhamaal among others. He also had a remarkable non-comic part in Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Devdas. He was last seen in the film Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video alongside Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri.  The film follows the journey of Vicky (RajKummar) and Vidya (Triptii), as they, along with their family, go all out to recover their missing "suhagraat CD" in the scenic town of Rishikesh. With help from Mallika Sherawat and the rest of the family, the couple leaves no stone unturned, from appealing to the police and family elders to even venturing into graveyards at night. Tiku's daughter Shikha Talsania is also an actor. She has worked in films such as Veere Di Wedding, Dil Toh Baccha Hai Ji, Satyaprem Ki Katha, and Wake Up Sid. 

12 January,2025 04:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mallika Sherawat and Bruno Mars

WATCH! Mallika Sherawat shares hilarious BTS video with Bruno Mars from 2012

Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat took to Instagram and shared a fun behind-the-scenes moment with American singer-songwriter Bruno Mars from the shoot of their parody video of Salt-N-Pepa's 1993 song Whatta Man. Calling it an unforgettable experience, she shared a clip showcasing the shoot, in which played a prominent role. Watch the video below.  Mallika Sherawat on her shoot with Bruno Mars  In the video, which was filmed in 2012, Mallika points a gun at Bruno Mars. He reacts by turning around, performing a dance step with the actress, and attempting to lip-sync the song. The entire crew bursts into laughter due to Bruno's humorous facial expressions. Mallika wrote in the caption, “Shooting a music video with Bruno Mars was an absolute blast :)Every moment on set was filled with excitement and fun. It’s an experience I’ll cherish forever! @brunomars”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Mallika Sherawat (@mallikasherawat) Netizens react to Mallika and Bruno’s hilarious video  Fans flooded the comment section, expressing excitement over the unexpected collaboration between Mallika and Bruno Mars. Sushant Divgikar wrote, “Iconic”.  “She was iconic before people knew what iconic was. A well-spoken intelligent drop dead gorgeous woman,” wrote another user. Another user commented, “Way ahead of her time this woman is.” Mallika Sherawat’s acting journey  Mallika, who was last seen on screen in Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, stepped into cinema in 2002 with the film Jeena Sirf Merre Liye, where she was credited as Reema Lamba. Her journey to stardom began in 2000 when she got the title of a sex symbol courtesy of her performance in the Emraan Hashmi-starrer Murder, a 2004 romantic thriller. The actress was then seen in the West with movies such as Hisss and Politics of Love. Her credits also include movies including Khwahish, Bachke Rehna Re Baba, Pyaar Ke Side Effects, Aap Ka Suroor - The Real Love Story, Welcome, and Kis Kis Ki Kismat among many others.  Bruno, on the other hand, is known for songs like Nothin' on You, Billionaire, Just the Way You Are, Locked Out of Heaven, Uptown Funk, 24K Magic, Versace on the Floor, It Will Rain, and the latest APT with BLACKPINK's Rose. 

12 January,2025 03:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Wamiqa Gabbi's befitting reply to influencer who made a reel on her PR strategy

Bollywood actor Wamiqa Gabbi, who has always won hearts for her acting prowess, is hogging the limelight ever since she appeared in the film Baby John starring Varun Dhawan. After social media users spotted posts praising the actor, an influencer made a reel on her “PR team meeting” that demeaned her contemporaries. Wamiqa reacted to the same.  Wamiqa Gabbi reacts to a video about her PR strategy An influencer named Nadeesh Bhambi took to Instagram and shared a video titled ‘Wamiqa Gabbi’s PR team meeting’. He goes on to say in the reel that she is beautiful and talented. The other character replies, “New national crush”, “Triptii Dimri who”, “If Aishwarya had a daughter she would look like Wamiqa”, “Wamiqa can eat 100 Rashmika and 200 Disha for breakfast”, “What Deepika thinks she looks like” - the ideas are eventually approved by the first character.  Wamiqa took to the comments section and wrote, “Talented aur khoobsurat bhi?, Uff Thank you. And baki sab ka pata nahi, but we did try “Wamiqa for President!” approve nahi hua.”           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Nadeesh Bhambi (@nadeeshbhambi) A Reel calling out Wamiqa’s PR game and she replied it in a subtle manner.byu/Sanchit_Lsc inBollyBlindsNGossip Wamiqa Gabbi’s acting journey  Wamiqa Gabbi made her acting debut with Imtiaz Ali’s 2007 film Jab We Met, where she played a cousin to actress Kareena Kapoor Khan’s iconic character Geet.  Wamiqa is known for her roles in the Prime Video series Jubilee, the Netflix film Khufiya, and the SonyLIV series Charlie Chopra: The Mystery of Solang Valley, all of which were released in 2023. She has worked in Punjabi films such as Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22 and Ishq Brandy. She was recently seen alongside Varun Dhawan in Baby John. The actress has joined the cast of the upcoming spy thriller G2, directed by debutant Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi. G2 is a sequel to the 2018 hit spy thriller Goodachari, written by and starring Adivi. Wamiqa stars opposite Adivi Sesh in this next installment of the franchise, continuing the story of Sesh’s character from Goodachari. She just completed the European shooting schedule for G2 with Sesh. Actor Emraan Hashmi, another significant addition to the cast, is expected to play a key role in the film. The ensemble also features Murali Sharma, Supriya Yarlagadda, and Madhu Shalini.

12 January,2025 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Raveena Tandon and Salman Khan. Pics/Yogen Shah

Bigg Boss 18: Raveena Tandon and Salman Khan dance to Pyar Dilon Ka Mela Hai

The latest episode of 'Bigg Boss 18' served a dose of nostalgia for all those who love 90s cinema as Raveena Tandon appeared on the sets of the show and shared the stage with the host and Bollywood star Salman Khan. Raveena came to the show to promote the debut film of her daughter Rasha. And seems like she had a lot of fun on the 'Bigg Boss 18' sets with Rasha and Aaman Devgan, who is Ajay Devgn's nephew.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) A video from the episode online surfaced online in which Raveena and Salman can be seen dancing to the latter's hit song 'Pyar Dilon Ka Mela Hai' song from the film 'Dulhan Hum Le Jayenge'. The particular clip left fans in awe. "So great to see Raveena and Salman together," a social media user commented. "They left me nostalgic," another one wrote. Raveena and Salman share a friendly bond with each other. The two have worked together in several films such as 'Patthar Ke Phool', 'Andaz Apna Apna' and 'Kahin Pyaar Na Ho Jaaye' among others. Speaking of Rasha and Aaman's film 'Azaad', the film will hit the theatres on January 17. 'Azaad' is directed by Abhishek Kapoor and Produced by Ronnie Screwvala and Pragya Kapoor. The film promises an emotional tale about the unbreakable bond between humans and animals, showcasing an intense journey of love, loyalty, and courage. In a conversation with ANI, both Aaman and Rasha shared their experiences of working with horses in the film. Aaman said he had to build a strong connection with the horse for the role. The actor shared that he even spent time "sleeping near the horse, feeding it, and cleaning its stable." "There were many scenes with the horse. We attended workshops and classes to understand the horse's energy. We also took horse-riding lessons. I even spent time sleeping near the horse, feeding it, and cleaning its stable. This was essential because animals don't act like humans--they won't say their lines. Understanding their energy was very important for the film," the actor shared. Rasha expressed her love for animals and how excited she was to work with a horse in her debut. "I think of horses as big puppies, and I love animals. When Azaad (the horse) entered the set, I immediately felt like hugging him. Working with animals in my first film was a huge deal for me." Talking about his character, Aaman said, "The character I play is very appealing because action and rebellion are things that naturally excite a young man. Playing this role was a lot of fun. Being part of a film like this as my debut is a big deal for me." Describing her character as "headstrong" and "fearless," Rasha added, "My character is not afraid of anyone. She knows who she is and where she comes from. She is very determined and confident." This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever

12 January,2025 02:05 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
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Preity Zinta is safe from LA wildfires but heartbroken by the devastation

Bollywood actor Preity Zinta, based out of Los Angeles, says she is safe but heartbroken by the devastation caused by the raging wildfires in the US city. Zinta, who shares twins Jai and Gia with husband-financial analyst Gene Goodenough, in a note on X said she never thought she would live to see a day when fires would ravage neighbourhoods in Los Angeles. Preity Zinta on LA wildfires  Preity Zinta wrote on X, "Friends & families either evacuated or put on high alert, ash descending from smoggy skies like snow & fear & uncertainty about what will happen if the wind does not calm down with toddlers and grandparents with us. I'm heartbroken at the devastation around us & grateful to god that we are safe as of now (sic).” The actor also praised the fire department and firefighters for their efforts. "My thoughts & prayers to people that are displaced & have lost everything in these fires. Hope the wind dies down soon & the fires are contained... Stay safe everyone (sic)" she added. I never thought I would live to see a day where fires would ravage neighbourhoods around us in La, friends & families either evacuated or put on high alert, ash descending from smoggy skies like snow & fear & uncertainty about what will happen if the wind does not calm down with… — Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) January 11, 2025 Destruction caused by LA wildfires  According to American media, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the death toll from the wildfires ravaging the area has risen to 16. Since the fires first began on Tuesday just north of downtown Los Angeles, they have burned more than 12,000 structures, a term that includes homes, apartment buildings, businesses, outbuildings, and vehicles. No cause has been determined for the largest fires, and early estimates indicate the wildfires could be the nation's costliest ever, reported US media. Earlier, Nora Fatehi evacuated the state of California after the wildfires ravaged Los Angeles. Influencer Alanna Pandey with her family cut their ski trip short and evacuated from their home as well.  Preity Zinta’s work front  On the professional front, Preity is gearing up to make her comeback to the Hindi film industry with Rajkumar Santoshi's upcoming directorial Lahore 1947, where she will star alongside star Sunny Deol. Aamir Khan will be stepping into the role of producer, bringing his vision and expertise to the project through Aamir Khan Productions. Veteran actor Shabana Azmi and Mirzapur fame Ali Fazal have also joined the cast in pivotal roles. 

12 January,2025 01:53 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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After spiritual trip to Vrindavan, Anushka & Virat clicked at Gateway of India

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli recently visited Vrindavan along with their kids. The couple sought blessings from renowned priest Premanand Ji Maharaj in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. Now, after their trip to Vrindavan, the couple was spotted near the Gateway of India. They were clicked at the Gateway of India, but they didn’t stop to pose for the paparazzi and made their way inside an office. Anushka and Kohli seemed to be in a rush, avoiding meeting fans who were trying to meet them near the Gateway of India.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Anushka Sharma & Virat Kohli at Gateway of India In the video that is now going viral, Anushka Sharma looked stunning in a black short skirt paired with a white T-shirt and a blue checkered shirt. The actress kept a no-makeup look and wore contrasting pink sandals. She was also carrying a sipper. The actress elevated her appearance with black shades. Meanwhile, the former cricketer slayed his look in black-on-black tracks and stylish black goggles with a white cap. He was seen wearing green shoes. Virat Kohli was a perfect gentleman during their spotting at the Gateway of India, as the ace cricketer was seen carrying Anushka’s black purse, proving he is a true gentleman. Anushka Sharma & Virat Kohli visit to Vrindavan Ahead of India’s upcoming white-ball series against England, Kohli took some time off with his family to visit the ashram of Premanand Ji Maharaj. This is not the first time the couple has showcased their spiritual side. The couple are dedicated followers of Lord Krishna and often visit ashrams of famed pandits seeking a spiritual experience. They have also been seen at events and prayer meets of Lord Krishna. Anushka Sharma’s conversation with the priest Anushka said, "Pichli baar jab hum aaye the to mann mein kuch sawaal the. Mujeh laga ki puchungi lekin jo bhi baitha tha wahan pe, un sab ne kuch na kuch waisa sawaal kar liya tha. Jab yahan pe aane ki baat kar rahe the, main aapse mann hi mann baat kar rahi thi. Agle din main Kanti Vartalap kholti thi aur koi na koi wo sawaal puch raha hota tha. Aap bas mujhe prem bhakti de do. (The last time I came, I had a few questions in my heart. I wanted to ask those questions, but someone else more or less covered it. When I was thinking about coming here, I was talking to you inside my mind. The next day, I would open ‘Kanti Vartalap’ and those questions would’ve been asked by someone. Now, all I want is your blessings.)" Seeing the devotion of the couple, Maharaj got emotional and said, "These guys are very brave. To devote yourself to God after achieving such fame in the world is quite a difficult thing. We think that your (Anushka’s) devotion towards God would have an impact on him (Kohli) as well." Shri Premanand Ji Maharaj also said, "Ye (Virat Kohli) pure Bharat ko prasannata dete hain, Ye agar vijay hote hain to poora Bharat khushiyon manata hai. Inke saath poora Bharat juda hua hai. (Virat Kohli gives happiness to the whole of India. If he wins, then all of India celebrates, and the whole of India is connected to him.)"

12 January,2025 12:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shah Rukh Khan

When entire Ajmer came to see Shah Rukh Khan

The craze for Shah Rukh Khan is no secret. Be it his birthday, Eid, or any other special occasion, thousands of fans gather outside his Mannat residence to catch a glimpse of him. If that’s the level of excitement to see him, just imagine what must have happened when he visited Ajmer Sharif Dargah during the IPL season. Managing such a situation and ensuring that security isn’t compromised can be challenging. Yusuf Ibrahim, a renowned security consultant who has worked with stars like Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan, recently recounted one such unforgettable experience involving SRK. During a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan, Ibrahim shared that he had accompanied SRK during his visit to Ajmer Sharif during the IPL season. While talking about the experience of ensuring Khan's safety, he said, "During the IPL, Shah Rukh sir wanted to go to Ajmer Sharif Dargah. We reached there, but the day we selected was wrong—a Friday—and the time was also not right, at 12:30, during peak namaaz time. At any given time, if you go there on a Friday, there will be 10-15K people." ‘People pushed us to the Dargah’ He further shared that the entire town knew Shah Rukh was coming, and everyone gathered to see and meet him. He stated, "There was so much public that we were literally standing there. Logon ne humko dhakka maarke dargah le gaye aur dhakka maarke apne aap gaadi mein laake baitha diya (We didn’t walk; people pushed us to the Dargah and then back to the car)." He also revealed that the situation was going out of hand, and that’s when the police had to resort to a lathicharge to calm things down. Yusuf said, "It was a difficult experience; the police had to do a lathicharge to disperse them. There was so much madness. It was a lifetime experience for me. When such situations happen, he is damn cool about it. Shah Rukh is damn cool when such situations happen. He knows that it’s not anyone’s fault—neither the staff nor the fans. It’s just the excitement of his fans, so everyone knows this is what happens. His temperament is always cool, nice, and easygoing." Shah Rukh Khan’s Work Front: Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in King alongside Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. Rumor has it that Suhana’s second film is inspired by the English-language French production Léon: The Professional (1994). It has been titled King. Director Sujoy Ghosh is adapting the revenge drama, with Shah Rukh Khan playing a role originally essayed by Jean Reno and Suhana stepping into Natalie Portman’s shoes.

12 January,2025 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
In Pic: Imran Khan & Ranbir Kapoor

When Ranbir Kapoor predicted Imran Khan's early retirement

Ranbir Kapoor and Imran Khan made their acting debuts a year apart. While Ranbir's debut film 'Saawariya' failed to perform well at the box office, Imran Khan's 'Jaane Tu...Ya Jaane Na' went on to become a fan favourite and a classic. Ranbir was in awe of Imran's performance and the success of the film and even called up the actor for a meeting. The duo appeared together on season 3 of Koffee With Karan where they spoke about the bond they share.  Ranbir on Imran Khan's debut Talking about the first time he heard about Imran Khan and his debut film, Ranbir said, "When Imran's 'Jaane Tu...' had released, I remember I was in Ooty shooting for 'Ajab Prem Ki Gazab Kahani'. Post the premiere people were going gaga about this film and this boy. I was kind of eager and jealous as well. And I truly admire his work and I like the way he is, not just as an actor but even as a person he is very unaffected. He is not the typical filmy guy you meet, there is no facade. He is what he is and I think that is great I think that is a quality that will always remain and I don't think that will change in him also." Further, Kapoor spoke about their first meeting in person, "When 'Jaane Tu...' was released I sent him a message saying that I wanted to meet you and that I liked your work. We met at Taj Lands. I think at that time somebody offered us the same film at the same time and it was a solo film. So we happened to meet and through a common friend I got to know that we have the same script." "So we met and had a great conversation. We spoke about what his ideologies are, the kind of films he wants to do, the kind of vision he comes with as an actor. We discussed that and I found him really like-minded, who shares the same values, and notions about films and what we want to do with our careers. So we decided to produce a film together. We actually had 10 meetings. Genuine Draft Productions was the name we came up for the production house. "  Imran Khan praised Ranbir Kapoor Imran Khan also praised Ranbir on the show when Karan asked who he felt was a better actor among the two. "I do feel he is a better actor than me. I kind of stumbled into acting at the last minute. It was not my lifelong dream. It is something I am finding my way into. There are a lot of times I see him on screen and feel that I wish I could do that," he said.  In the episode, Ranbir also remarked at Imran's nature of leaving things at the peak. "He also seems like someone who at the peak of his career would leave it," said Ranbir to which Imran said, "You wish!". The two then break into a laugh.  Imran Khan was last seen in the film 'Katti Batti' in 2015 opposite Kangana Ranaut and then took a break from acting. The actor recently revealed that he is actively looking at coming back to the movies. 

12 January,2025 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sonakshi Sinha loses her cool

Sonakshi Sinha gets angry at paparazzi for constant following, folds hands

Bollywood celebrities and paparazzi always maintain a cordial relationship with each other, but there are times when these two don’t go well together. There are times when a fun and happy relationship turns bitter when cameras invade the personal space of the actors. One such incident happened last night when Sonakshi Sinha went to attend an event in the city. The video of Sonakshi getting angry at the paparazzi at an event has gone viral. The videos of the actress losing her cool are now going viral.             View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by GLAMSHAM.COM (@glamsham) Sonakshi Sinha loses cool on paparazzi Last night, Sonakshi Sinha attended an event in the city. The actress was seen dazzling in a beautiful black outfit. For the event, Sonakshi had put on minimal makeup and applied winged eyeliner. For her hair, Sonakshi left it open in loose curls. The video that has emerged on the internet showed Sinha talking with her friend while paparazzi constantly followed her and recorded her throughout. The video later shows the actress losing her patience over the constant following and saying, "Bas ho gaya." She further asked them to move out of her way.             View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) The video is now going viral, and Zaheer Iqbal also accompanied Sonakshi during her visit to the event. Zaheer was seen wearing coordinated outfits. The duo was seen walking together, giving major couple goals.   About Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s relationship   Sonakshi got married to Zaheer on June 23 this year in the presence of their loved ones at their residence in Mumbai. It was an intimate wedding. The wedding was followed by a bash at Bastian, a popular Mumbai restaurant and event venue, which saw numerous Bollywood celebrities in attendance. Sonakshi and Zaheer dated for seven years before solemnizing their relationship.   The couple recently marked their presence on The Great Indian Kapil Show, where they spilled the beans on their dating life. Recalling his initial attempts to approach Shatrughan Sinha, Zaheer quipped, "A couple of times when I visited them, 6-8 bodyguards stood around, how was it possible to ask for her hand in marriage then?" The audience was left in splits.

12 January,2025 10:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Anupam Kher, Kangana Ranaut & Nitin Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari attends the first screening of Emergency with Kangana Ranaut

After multiple delays and a long battle over CBFC-requested cuts, Kangana Ranaut's Emergency is all set to release on January 17. Now, as the film is all set to release, Kangana Ranaut hosted the first-ever screening of the film in Nagpur. The special screening, hosted in Nagpur, was attended by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. Reportedly, before the special screening, no one had actually seen the Kangana Ranaut and Anupam Kher starrer. Kangana hosts first screening of Emergency PTI took to their X account to share the information. The agency reported Kangana saying, "Today, we are actually having the first screening of the film. Before this, no one has seen the film. The censor board was extremely strict, and they conducted thorough scrutiny. We had to provide so much proof and documentation. After six months of struggle, the film is finally ready." Nitin Gadkari, who attended the first-ever screening hosted by Kangana Ranaut, shared, "I am watching the film for the first time, and I have witnessed the Emergency in the country. The true history of the Emergency that Kangana ji has presented in front of the public today is correct. I am fully confident that this film will receive support from the public as well." Kangana shared post featuring Nitish Gadkari Earlier, Kangana had shared pictures from the special screening and wrote, "#Emergency with @gadkari.nitin ji Releasing 17th January."           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Kangana Ranaut (@kanganaranaut) Nitin Gadkari also shared a video of him attending the screening and captioned the post as, "Joined the special screening of the movie Emergency, featuring @KanganaTeam Ji and Shri @AnupamPKher Ji, in Nagpur today. I wholeheartedly thank the filmmakers and actors for presenting the dark chapter of our nation's history with such authenticity and excellence. I urge everyone to watch this film, which portrays a significant period in India's history." Joined the special screening of the movie Emergency, featuring @KanganaTeam Ji and Shri @AnupamPKher Ji, in Nagpur today. I wholeheartedly thank the filmmakers and actors for presenting the dark chapter of our nation's history with such authenticity and excellence. I urge… pic.twitter.com/a6S0f5Q5bG — Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) January 11, 2025 About Kangana’s Emergency Apart from writing and acting, the film is helmed by Kangana herself. This is Kangana’s second attempt at direction. Before this, the Panga actress co-directed her period drama film Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi, based on the life of brave warrior Rani Lakshmi Bai. 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 political drama film is set to hit theaters on January 17, 2025.

12 January,2025 09:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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