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Saif Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Ali Fazal Team up for Horror Comedy 'Bhoot Police'
Saif Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Ali Fazal are set to star in a horror comedy titled "Bhoot Police".
Presented by Fox Star Studios, the film will be directed by "Phobia" helmer Pavan Kripalani.
The studio shared the news on Twitter on Monday.
"Bhoots beware! #PavanKirpalani #SaifAliKhan @fattysanashaikh @alifazal9 are teaming up for #BhootPolice - a horror comedy in 3D!
"Shoot commences in August, 2019. Presented by Fox Star Studios," read the tweet on Fox Star Hindi official account.
Sara Ali Khan Wishes Brother Ibrahim On His Birthday
Sara Ali Khan took to Instagram to wish her brother Ibrahim on his birthday. “Happiest birthday to the best brother in the world. Thank you for always having my back (literally) and tolerating all my nonsense patiently (mostly),” wrote Sara Ali Khan on Instagram.
''Sherlock Holmes 3'' Delayed Till 2021
The third part of Robert Downey Jr and Jude Law's "Sherlock Holmes" film series has been delayed.
According to Variety, the release date of the much-awaited film has been pushed back from December 25, 2020 to December 22, 2021.
Downey, 53, who played the famed British detective Sherlock Holmes in the series, and Law, 46, who portrayed his famous sidekick Dr Watson, are both returning for threequel.
The duo have till now appeared in the films "Sherlock Holmes" (2009) and "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" (2011).
Both the films were helmed by Guy Ritchie but there is no news yet whether the director is coming back for the third part or not.
"Narcos" co-creator Chris Brancato has written the script for the new film, which will be produced by Susan Downey, Joel Silver and Lionel Wigram.
(With inputs from PTI)
Seth Rogen Joins Cast of ''Twilight Zone'' Reboot
Actor Seth Rogen is the latest star to board the cast of new "The Twilight Zone" series.
The 36-year-old actor joins the likes of John Cho , Allison Tolman, Jacob Tremblay, Kumail Nanjiani, Greg Kinnear, Adam Scott, Steven Yeun and Sanaa Lathan, among others, in the revival of the classic sci-fi/fantasy franchise.
According to Deadline, Rogen will appear in one episode of the series which will be penned by "Key & Peele" alum Alex Rubens.
"Get Out" director Jordan Peele is executive producing the series and serving as the narrator/host.
(With inputs from PTI)
Akshay Kumar-Starrer ''Sooryavanshi'' Locks Eid 2020 Release Date
"Sooryavanshi", starring Akshay Kumar, is set to release on Eid 2020. The film, to be directed by Rohit Shetty, features Akshay in the title role. The character was introduced in Rohit's last release "Simmba" in the post-climax scene as ATS officer Veer Sooryavanshi. Check out the Sooryavanshi posters here
Bappi Lahiri's Song Might Feature in Marvel Studios' Film
It was back in 2017 when Hollywood star Chris Pratt said "Whoa... wow" after watching a special Hindi promotional clip of his movie "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2" that featured Bappi Lahiri's foot-tapping song "Jhoom jhoom jhoom baba".
The Indian veteran singer-composer says he is in talks with Marvel Studios for one of their upcoming movies.
Over the years, some of the Indian elements have managed to find their way in Marvel superhero films. Remember Robert Downey Jr.'s character Tony Stark (aka Iron Man) attending an Indian wedding in "Spider-Man: Homecoming" or the Indian slum scenes in "The Avengers"?
If things work out, then one of Bappi Lahiri's songs will feature in a Marvel film.
"I am currently in talks with Marvel Studios. They had used my song 'Jhoom jhoom jhoom baba'. Chris Pratt, the hero of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2', had really liked the song. So maybe a song (by me) will be used in their next film. I will go to Hollywood in April," Bappi told IANS in a telephonic interview.
'Hamid' to Now Release on March 15
Hamid, a film which explores an unlikely bond between an eight-year-old boy and a CRPF trooper, was slated to release on March 1, but will now hit the screens on March 15 after the makers decided to delay its release following the Pulwama terror attack last month.
Director Aijaz Khan said in a statement on Tuesday: "The nation was going through a state of grief and turmoil and we wanted to be one with the people of our country. Hamid is above all a film about peace, love and most importantly about healing each other. We hope the film helps in spreading this very important message of love and redemption in these conflicted times."
The film tells the story of how a boy named Hamid forms a relationship with a CRPF trooper and how it helps them find redemption and closure through dialogue and conversation. The film has been shot entirely in Kashmir and the eight-year-old protagonist is a local Kashmiri boy.
'Pink' Tamil Remake Titled 'Nerkonda Paarvai', Makers Unveil First Look
The Tamil remake of Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu starrer Pink, which will be bankrolled by Boney Kapoor, has been officially titled Nerkonda Paarvai.
The makers announced this on Monday on the auspicious occasion of Shivaratri, and unveiled first look poster along with the title.
Being directed by H. Vinoth, the project also stars Vidya Balan, Mahat Raghavendra, Shraddha Srinath, Andrea Tariang and Abhirami Venkatachalam among others.
The project will mark Kapoor's foray into Tamil filmdom. Apparently, it was late Sridevi's wish that Ajith does a film in her husband's production.
Indian Remake of ‘The Office’ to Premiere on Hotstar
The Indian remakes of British television drama Criminal Justice and Israeli crime thriller Hostages will air on OTT platform Hotstar. Apart from these, The Office and City of Dreams are a part of the initial slate from Applause Entertainment for Hotstar Specials.
Tigmanshu Dhulia and Vishal Furia's Criminal Justice, will feature Vikrant Massey, Pankaj Tripathi, Mita Vashisht, Anupriya Goenka and Jackie Shroff in leading roles. Rohan Sippy, Debbie Rao and Vivek Bhushan have helmed the Indian adaptation of the international cult comedy The Office, which features an exciting ensemble cast.
City of Dreams, a Mumbai-set political drama, has Nagesh Kukunoor directing Atul Kulkarni, Sachin Pilgaonkar, Eijaz Khan, Priya Bapat and Siddharth Chandekar.
Hostages is directed by Sudhir Mishra with Ronit Roy, Tisca Chopra and Parvin Dabas playing pivotal parts.
Hotstar Specials, slated to launch starting March, will be available in seven Indian languages.
'How to Train Your Dragon 3' To Hit Indian Theatres on March 21
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World will open in theatres in India on March 21, the same day as Akshay Kumar-starrer Kesari.
Universal Pictures International and DreamWorks Animation's How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World, which is the third instalment of the How to Train Your Dragon series, will release in India in over 1000 screens in 2D, 3D and IMAX in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, read a statement.
'Shazam!' to Release in India on April 5
Shazam!, based on DC's enjoyable superhero character, will release pan India in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu on April 5.
Warner Bros Pictures made the announcement via a statement on Tuesday.
Set firmly in the DC universe with his own distinctly fun, family-centric tone, the superhero film is a story of wish fulfilment.
Teen orphan Billy Batson (Asher Angel) is granted the ability by an ancient wizard to transform into a super-powered adult with strength, invincibility, flight and other powers -- all by saying the wizard's name: Shazam.
Directed by David F. Sandberg, this film is based on how we all have a superhero inside us and it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out.
Akshay Kumar to Star in Amazon Prime Video Series
At a special event held by Amazon Prime Video today, the streaming service revealed that Akshay Kumar will be starring in series for the platform.
Will Smith to play Williams sisters' father in 'King Richard'
Will Smith is set to play father of tennis icons Venus and Serena Williams in the biopic "King Richard".
According to Variety, the film will focus on coach Richard Williams overcoming hardship, scepticism, controversy, and his own troubled past to instruct his daughters, starting when they were four years old on the tennis courts of Compton, California - despite having no background in the sport.
Winterfell Prepares for Battle in Chilling 'Game of Thrones' Season 8 Trailer
A trailer for the eighth and final season of Game of Thrones has been released just over a month before its premiere. The trailer offers fans a glimpse of a bloodied Arya Stark trying to escape and shows Jon Snow and Daenerys arrive in Winterfell. One gets a glimpse of familiar characters, such as Cersei Lannister, Jaime Lannister, Tyrion Lannister and Sansa Stark, as they prepare to battle the Night King and his army.
Game of Thrones season 8 premieres on 14 April.