1. Karwaan First Look: Irrfan Khan’s Journey With Dulquer Salmaan
The first look of Irrfan Khan-starrer Karwaan released along with the release date ie 10 August. The poster of the film, which also star Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan and Marathi actor Mithila Palkar in pivotal roles, shows the actors drinking coconuts in what looks to be a road-trip of sorts. The poster introduced the theme of the film: ‘Three lost souls, Two dead bodies and A journey of a lifetime’.
The film, produced by Ronnie Screwvala's RSVP in association with Ishka Films, will mark the debut for Dulquer Salmaan and Mithila Palkar in Bollywood.
Southern film actor Dulquer tweeted: "And finally we are happy to announce a release date for 'Karwaan'! Coming to a cinema near you on August 10! Cannot wait for you all to watch it."
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2. Vaani Kapoor Will Be Ranbir Kapoor’s Girl in ‘Shamshera’
Vaani Kapoor is all set to feature in Shamshera opposite Ranbir Kapoor. The 29-year-old actor will play the character of a desirable and sought-after travelling performer from Indian heartland in Yash Raj Films' action entertainer.
Director Karan Malhotra said the character played by Vaani acts as the catalyst to Ranbir's role in Shamshera and she is the perfect choice for the part.
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3. In Pics: ‘Manto’ Has a Star-Studded Premiere at Cannes
Nandita Das’ Manto premiered at the 71st Cannes Film Festival, and it was indeed a great moment of joy and pride for the cast and crew. The film is based on the life of acclaimed author Saadat Hasan Manto, and stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Rasika Dugal, Divya Dutta and Tahir Raj Bhasin.
The Manto team attended the screening in style.
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4. Arjun Kapoor Goes Funky With ‘Chumme Mein Chavanprash’
“Chumme Mein Chavanprash”, the first song of Harshvardhan Kapoor’s Bhavesh Joshi Superhero is out and it features his cousin Arjun Kapoor. The quirky number composed by Amit Trivedi has Arjun burning up the dance floor, proclaiming the merits of a kiss.
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5. ‘Raazi’ Receives Unprecedented Appreciation From Pakistanis
Like other Bollywood movies that deal with India-Pakistan relations, director Meghna Gulzar’s ‘Raazi’ was banned in Pakistan. But unlike other such films, ‘Raazi’ has so far received a positive response from Pakistanis who have had a chance to watch it.
After watching the film, several Twitter users from Pakistan appreciated the movie, praising its director and lead actor.
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