The first edition of India’s Cinevesture International Film Festival (Ciff) has revealed 20 projects that will participate in its accompanying market.
Comprising 17 features and three series, several of the projects are by creators who have found acclaim both internationally and in South Asia.
From Bangladeshi auteur Mostofa Sarwar Farooki (Busan title “Something Like an Autobiography”) comes Hindi and English-language unconventional romance “To Hell With Love.” Alankrita Srivasttava (Tokyo winner “Lipstick Under My Burkha”) has English and Hindi-language drama “Girls of Orlem,” an adaptation of Lindsay Pereira’s bestselling novel “Gods and Ends.” Gurvinder Singh is prepping Hindi, Punjabi and English-language historical thriller series “The Trial.”
“#Jack” is a thriller film from Bhaskar Hazarika (Tribeca selection “Aamis”), while “Chhaal” (“The Skin”) by Don Palathara (Rotterdam title “Family”) is a folk thriller adapted from a story by Vijayan Detha. “Encounter” by Anurag Singh (the Jatt and Juliet franchise) is a drama-thriller in...
Comprising 17 features and three series, several of the projects are by creators who have found acclaim both internationally and in South Asia.
From Bangladeshi auteur Mostofa Sarwar Farooki (Busan title “Something Like an Autobiography”) comes Hindi and English-language unconventional romance “To Hell With Love.” Alankrita Srivasttava (Tokyo winner “Lipstick Under My Burkha”) has English and Hindi-language drama “Girls of Orlem,” an adaptation of Lindsay Pereira’s bestselling novel “Gods and Ends.” Gurvinder Singh is prepping Hindi, Punjabi and English-language historical thriller series “The Trial.”
“#Jack” is a thriller film from Bhaskar Hazarika (Tribeca selection “Aamis”), while “Chhaal” (“The Skin”) by Don Palathara (Rotterdam title “Family”) is a folk thriller adapted from a story by Vijayan Detha. “Encounter” by Anurag Singh (the Jatt and Juliet franchise) is a drama-thriller in...
- 3/18/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
International Women’s Day 2024 is a time to reflect on the achievements and struggles of women worldwide. It’s a day to celebrate their resilience, strength, and contributions to society. In the realm of cinema, numerous films have captured the essence of womanhood, shedding light on their diverse experiences and challenges.
Here are five outstanding women-centric Bollywood films that resonate with the spirit of International Women’s Day:
“Thappad”: Directed by Anubhav Sinha, “Thappad” portrays the story of a woman who takes a stand against domestic violence after being slapped by her husband. The film challenges societal norms and highlights the importance of self-respect and empowerment.“Lipstick Under My Burkha”: Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, “Lipstick Under My Burkha” follows the secret lives of four women from different backgrounds who seek freedom and fulfillment amidst societal constraints. The film explores themes of sexuality, desire, and women’s agency.“English...
Here are five outstanding women-centric Bollywood films that resonate with the spirit of International Women’s Day:
“Thappad”: Directed by Anubhav Sinha, “Thappad” portrays the story of a woman who takes a stand against domestic violence after being slapped by her husband. The film challenges societal norms and highlights the importance of self-respect and empowerment.“Lipstick Under My Burkha”: Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, “Lipstick Under My Burkha” follows the secret lives of four women from different backgrounds who seek freedom and fulfillment amidst societal constraints. The film explores themes of sexuality, desire, and women’s agency.“English...
- 3/8/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
On August 10, after more than a four-year hiatus, Prime India’s “Made in Heaven” returned for a second season. Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti’s series earned critical acclaim and a loyal audience after its debut, praised for authentic portrayals of the Indian elite, class struggles, patriarchy, and queerness. In the series, Sobhita Dhulipala and Arjun Mathur star as Tara and Karan, best friends and business partners running a wedding planning agency called Made in Heaven. Each episode focuses on a different wedding, couple, and behind-the-scenes drama mitigated by the Made in Heaven staff while navigating their own problems.
Season 2 brought back the winsome cast and sharp direction to tackle a new crop of extravagant (and fictitious) weddings, all within the real-life context of colorism, polygamy, abuse, and more. Episode 5, “The Heart Skipped a Beat,” deals with an inter-caste marriage, a prospect which initially excited author and activist Yashica Dutt.
Season 2 brought back the winsome cast and sharp direction to tackle a new crop of extravagant (and fictitious) weddings, all within the real-life context of colorism, polygamy, abuse, and more. Episode 5, “The Heart Skipped a Beat,” deals with an inter-caste marriage, a prospect which initially excited author and activist Yashica Dutt.
- 9/21/2023
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Eight projects of multiple genres, including magic realism, fantasy, horror/thriller, women’s empowerment, cross-border politics, Lgtbq+ issues, and mental illness, have been selected for the 16th edition of Nfdc Screenwriters’ Lab, an ongoing initiative to develop, nurture, and promote original voices from all over India. The eight screen writers, who also happen to be filmmakers of ad films, short films, documentaries, and feature films, have written the selected scripts in multiple languages, including Hindi, Marathi, English, Urdu, Malayalam, Bengali, Odia, and Tibetan.
Two of the writers are National Award Winners for “Best Marathi Film” and “Best Cinematography.”
“We, at Nfdc, strongly feel that a well-written script forms the foundation of a compelling story, engaging characters, and meaningful dialogue, all of which are essential elements of a successful film.” said Mr. Prithul Kumar, Managing Director of Nfdc.
“We are at the forefront of not only training our writers to better develop their unique stories,...
Two of the writers are National Award Winners for “Best Marathi Film” and “Best Cinematography.”
“We, at Nfdc, strongly feel that a well-written script forms the foundation of a compelling story, engaging characters, and meaningful dialogue, all of which are essential elements of a successful film.” said Mr. Prithul Kumar, Managing Director of Nfdc.
“We are at the forefront of not only training our writers to better develop their unique stories,...
- 9/14/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Eight projects of multiple genres, including magic realism, fantasy, horror/thriller, women’s empowerment, cross-border politics, Lgtbq+ issues, and mental illness, have been selected for the 16th edition of Nfdc Screenwriters’ Lab, an ongoing initiative to develop, nurture, and promote original voices from all over India. The eight screen writers, who also happen to be filmmakers of ad films, short films, documentaries, and feature films, have written the selected scripts in multiple languages, including Hindi, Marathi, English, Urdu, Malayalam, Bengali, Odia, and Tibetan.
Two of the writers are National Award Winners for “Best Marathi Film” and “Best Cinematography.”
“We, at Nfdc, strongly feel that a well-written script forms the foundation of a compelling story, engaging characters, and meaningful dialogue, all of which are essential elements of a successful film.” said Mr. Prithul Kumar, Managing Director of Nfdc.
“We are at the forefront of not only training our writers to better develop their unique stories,...
Two of the writers are National Award Winners for “Best Marathi Film” and “Best Cinematography.”
“We, at Nfdc, strongly feel that a well-written script forms the foundation of a compelling story, engaging characters, and meaningful dialogue, all of which are essential elements of a successful film.” said Mr. Prithul Kumar, Managing Director of Nfdc.
“We are at the forefront of not only training our writers to better develop their unique stories,...
- 9/14/2023
- by Editorial Desk
Mumbai, Sept 1 (Ians) Actor Jim Sarbh, whose captivating performance as Adil Khanna in the web-series ‘Made in Heaven’ season 2 has left his fans enthralled, feels that the more prepared an actor is, the more spontaneous and fluid they can be on set in terms of their performance.
At a recent event in Mumbai, Jim has shed light on his unique approach to acting. He said: “I don’t think it is easy. Like any other job, preparation is key, and without it you haven’t got anything. The better prepared you are, the more spontaneous you can be on set.”
“A lot of people speak about not losing their spontaneity, and so they don’t rehearse, and in the absolute opposite school of that, I believe through rehearsal you can achieve spontaneity,” he added.
Season Two of the show beautifully reveals the dichotomy of tradition, modern aspirations and societal belief...
At a recent event in Mumbai, Jim has shed light on his unique approach to acting. He said: “I don’t think it is easy. Like any other job, preparation is key, and without it you haven’t got anything. The better prepared you are, the more spontaneous you can be on set.”
“A lot of people speak about not losing their spontaneity, and so they don’t rehearse, and in the absolute opposite school of that, I believe through rehearsal you can achieve spontaneity,” he added.
Season Two of the show beautifully reveals the dichotomy of tradition, modern aspirations and societal belief...
- 9/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti (Berlin title “Gully Boy”) are basking in the success of their Prime Video series “Dahaad” and season 2 of “Made in Heaven.”
“Made in Heaven” revolves around the lives of two wedding planners in Delhi. Each episode sees traditional and modern values clashing with secrets being exposed. The first season bowed in 2019 and earned an International Emmy best actor nomination for Arjun Mathur for playing out and proud wedding planner Karan Mehra. Sobhita Dhulipala plays his business partner Tara Khanna.
Season 2 began streaming earlier this month and in its launch weekend it entered the top 10 trending titles lists on Prime Video in over 20 countries including the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia.
While season 1 tackled several hot topics, season 2 goes even further, examining a range of subjects germane to Indian society and beyond. These include Lgbtqi+ relationships, skin color, marital abuse, molestation, caste,...
“Made in Heaven” revolves around the lives of two wedding planners in Delhi. Each episode sees traditional and modern values clashing with secrets being exposed. The first season bowed in 2019 and earned an International Emmy best actor nomination for Arjun Mathur for playing out and proud wedding planner Karan Mehra. Sobhita Dhulipala plays his business partner Tara Khanna.
Season 2 began streaming earlier this month and in its launch weekend it entered the top 10 trending titles lists on Prime Video in over 20 countries including the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia.
While season 1 tackled several hot topics, season 2 goes even further, examining a range of subjects germane to Indian society and beyond. These include Lgbtqi+ relationships, skin color, marital abuse, molestation, caste,...
- 8/30/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Indian web series “Made In Heaven” is the talk of the town for exploring the opulence and the dogmas of Indian society through seven exceptional stories.
But more than that, the show is applauded for a unique casting – Tinetra Haldar.
Haldar joins the team of wedding planners led by Sobhita Dhulipala’s Tara and Arjun Mathur’s Karan in the second season. Haldar, as Meher, is arguably the first trans woman cast in a recurring role in a mainstream Indian series.
Regarding onboarding Trinetra, showrunner Zoya Akhtar tells Et Canada, “Our casting directors found her on Instagram. She’s a doctor. We didn’t really know if she could act or if she’d want to act. So, we contacted her. She sent us a set of tapes — which we loved — and then we asked her if she could audition with us in person. She did two or three scenes...
But more than that, the show is applauded for a unique casting – Tinetra Haldar.
Haldar joins the team of wedding planners led by Sobhita Dhulipala’s Tara and Arjun Mathur’s Karan in the second season. Haldar, as Meher, is arguably the first trans woman cast in a recurring role in a mainstream Indian series.
Regarding onboarding Trinetra, showrunner Zoya Akhtar tells Et Canada, “Our casting directors found her on Instagram. She’s a doctor. We didn’t really know if she could act or if she’d want to act. So, we contacted her. She sent us a set of tapes — which we loved — and then we asked her if she could audition with us in person. She did two or three scenes...
- 8/23/2023
- by Divya Goyal
- ET Canada
Controversy‘Made in Heaven’ makers Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, Alankrita Shrivastava, and Neeraj Ghaywan said they were “deeply disturbed” by the “misleading reports and comments,” after Yashica Dutt sought formal credit on the show.Days after Coming Out as Dalit author Yashica Dutt accused filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan of appropriating her story for an episode in the popular web series Made in Heaven and sought formal credit for her contribution, makers of the show took to social media on Thursday, August 16, to state that they were “deeply disturbed” with the “misleading reports and comments.” They went on to cite several Dalit authors whose works have inspired the episode, including Yashica Dutt, Sujatha Gidla, Suraj Yengde, and Sumit Baudh. Notably, however, in a previous post Neeraj shared on Instagram, he had specifically mentioned Yashica as an inspiration for a scene that forms a crucial part of the episode. In the joint statement,...
- 8/17/2023
- by AzeefaF
- The News Minute
Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan, who has directed the two episodes of the recently released season two of the critically acclaimed show ‘Made In Heaven’, is overwhelmed by the response to the Dalit-Buddhist wedding portrayed by him on the screen, saying that it is a ‘validation’ for all who have been battling prejudice.
Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment and Tiger Baby, the International Emmy nominated series is directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, Neeraj Ghaywan, Nitya Mehra, Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar. Neeraj has directed episode three titled ‘And they lived happily ever after’, and episode five titled ‘The heart skipped a beat’.
Episode five features Radhika Apte as Pallavi. Talking about the response for the portrayal of Dalit wedding, the ‘Masaan’ director wrote a long Instagram post, along with some beautiful snippets from the wedding scene. The photos shows Radhika dressed in an exquisite golden coloured saree, looking beautiful as a bride.
Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment and Tiger Baby, the International Emmy nominated series is directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, Neeraj Ghaywan, Nitya Mehra, Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar. Neeraj has directed episode three titled ‘And they lived happily ever after’, and episode five titled ‘The heart skipped a beat’.
Episode five features Radhika Apte as Pallavi. Talking about the response for the portrayal of Dalit wedding, the ‘Masaan’ director wrote a long Instagram post, along with some beautiful snippets from the wedding scene. The photos shows Radhika dressed in an exquisite golden coloured saree, looking beautiful as a bride.
- 8/13/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Acclaimed actor Jim Sarbh spoke about his role of Adil Khanna in ‘Made In Heaven’. He credits writers and creators Reema Kagti, Zoya Akhtar and Alankrita Shrivastava for creating such a layered character and said that he was in “safe hands.”
Jim said: “The layers in the character were written by talented writers. Reema, Zoya, Alankrita and the writing team added the complications you see in the show, it was all on paper. As far as playing the scenes – I was in safe hands.”
“Talented directors, costume designers, cinematographers, hair and make-up team, and production designers do most of the work for me, I look and feel like the character.”
The actor added: “My house speaks so much just by itself. Apart from all that, I found it firing on all cylinders through his life: a death, a divorce, a baby, a hidden sister, a lying father, a disgruntled fiancee,...
Jim said: “The layers in the character were written by talented writers. Reema, Zoya, Alankrita and the writing team added the complications you see in the show, it was all on paper. As far as playing the scenes – I was in safe hands.”
“Talented directors, costume designers, cinematographers, hair and make-up team, and production designers do most of the work for me, I look and feel like the character.”
The actor added: “My house speaks so much just by itself. Apart from all that, I found it firing on all cylinders through his life: a death, a divorce, a baby, a hidden sister, a lying father, a disgruntled fiancee,...
- 8/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The first season of the Indian series Made In Heaven took the world by storm because of its lavish representation of Indian weddings combined with its social messaging about society in general. The show targets Delhi, considering it’s the home base for the wedding planners Tara and Karan, whose wedding company is the namesake of the series. Back in 2019, the show was both entertaining and noteworthy for far more than just the glamor of the weddings it depicted. Made In Heaven follows the lives of these two best friends who have started this wedding planning company. Apart from showing us how hard the work really is, it also expands to their personal lives and each of their own individual issues. Four years later, it’s hard to remember the little details, but the show takes you right back to the heart of it all without any trouble. While some...
- 8/10/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
From infidelity and communication breakdowns to deep-seated secrets and emotional upheavals, here are some shows that offer an unfiltered view of the complexities within marriages. Exploring the stormy seas of troubled marriages, each narrative is gripping with raw emotions and thought-provoking dilemmas faced by couples.
Made In Heaven
‘Made in Heaven’ is a critically acclaimed show by Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Alankrita Shrivastava that delves into complex issues, including the turbulent relationship of Tara (Sobhita Dhulipala) and Adil Khanna (Jim Sarbh). Their seemingly perfect marriage shatters when Adil’s affair with Tara’s best friend Faiza (Kalki Koechlin) is exposed. Despite the betrayal, Tara and Adil attempt to salvage their relationship, only to uncover deeper underlying problems in their marriage.
The series explores the intricacies of love, trust, and self-discovery, painting a vivid picture of human complexities and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. ‘Made in Heaven...
Made In Heaven
‘Made in Heaven’ is a critically acclaimed show by Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Alankrita Shrivastava that delves into complex issues, including the turbulent relationship of Tara (Sobhita Dhulipala) and Adil Khanna (Jim Sarbh). Their seemingly perfect marriage shatters when Adil’s affair with Tara’s best friend Faiza (Kalki Koechlin) is exposed. Despite the betrayal, Tara and Adil attempt to salvage their relationship, only to uncover deeper underlying problems in their marriage.
The series explores the intricacies of love, trust, and self-discovery, painting a vivid picture of human complexities and the pursuit of happiness in the face of adversity. ‘Made in Heaven...
- 8/7/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Aug 3 (Ians) It’s an entertainment-filled August on the Ott, which is a gateway to a trove of cinematic wonders, that captures the essence of grand storytelling and awe-inspiring visuals.
With the action, drama, and romance stories, there are numerous possibilities for binge-watching series on the Ott platforms, but only a few are worthy of our time.
From biographical true-crime docu-series to international Emmy nominated series thriller to climate fiction (cli-fi), Ians has brought an enthralling slate, which will captivate audiences of varied choices with titles spanning across genres and languages.
Here’s a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians:
1) ‘The Hunt for Veerappan’:
The biographical true-crime docu-series explores the untold story of India’s infamous outlaw.
A husband, father, leader and wanted criminal. While the image of the man with a handlebar moustache and gaunt cheekbones is well-known,...
With the action, drama, and romance stories, there are numerous possibilities for binge-watching series on the Ott platforms, but only a few are worthy of our time.
From biographical true-crime docu-series to international Emmy nominated series thriller to climate fiction (cli-fi), Ians has brought an enthralling slate, which will captivate audiences of varied choices with titles spanning across genres and languages.
Here’s a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention of Ians:
1) ‘The Hunt for Veerappan’:
The biographical true-crime docu-series explores the untold story of India’s infamous outlaw.
A husband, father, leader and wanted criminal. While the image of the man with a handlebar moustache and gaunt cheekbones is well-known,...
- 8/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The writer, creator and director of ‘Made In Heaven’, Zoya Akhtar, has said that she was trolled on social media to release the second season of the hit drama series. Zoya, along with co-writer, creator and director Reema Kagti, was interacting with the media at the trailer launch of ‘Made In Heaven’ Season 2 in Mumbai.
When asked about her journey through the first season and now with the upcoming second, Zoya said: “We really didn’t expect it. We set out to do a show and it was one of the first happening out of India.
“We collaborated with Aparna Purohit, she was onboard with everything we wanted to do, and nobody knew how any of it was going to land. We were extremely nervous when it came out and got picked up.”
Zoya went on point out that the series has “a very loyal fandom”. She said: “No matter what I post,...
When asked about her journey through the first season and now with the upcoming second, Zoya said: “We really didn’t expect it. We set out to do a show and it was one of the first happening out of India.
“We collaborated with Aparna Purohit, she was onboard with everything we wanted to do, and nobody knew how any of it was going to land. We were extremely nervous when it came out and got picked up.”
Zoya went on point out that the series has “a very loyal fandom”. She said: “No matter what I post,...
- 8/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer for the second season of the International Emmy nominated show, ‘Made in Heaven’, which was unveiled on Tuesday promises riveting storytelling laced with grandeur, drama, dark secrets, and the societal problems that cut across the spectrum and class.
The trailer was launched at a five star property in Mumbai’s Santa Cruz area and saw a heartfelt performance by the band Bombay Brass on the beautifully decorated set ahead of its launch.
The trailer begins on an aesthetic note with all things beautiful and elite, bringing a bit of nostalgia from the Zoya Akhtar directorial ‘Dil Dhadakane Do’. It shows the drama in elite circles surrounding big fat weddings.
This time Shobhita and Arjun’s titular wedding planning establishment has new entrants most notably in the form of Mona Singh’s character of the auditor who comes with no filter and puts things as they are without a grain of sugar coating.
The trailer was launched at a five star property in Mumbai’s Santa Cruz area and saw a heartfelt performance by the band Bombay Brass on the beautifully decorated set ahead of its launch.
The trailer begins on an aesthetic note with all things beautiful and elite, bringing a bit of nostalgia from the Zoya Akhtar directorial ‘Dil Dhadakane Do’. It shows the drama in elite circles surrounding big fat weddings.
This time Shobhita and Arjun’s titular wedding planning establishment has new entrants most notably in the form of Mona Singh’s character of the auditor who comes with no filter and puts things as they are without a grain of sugar coating.
- 8/1/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
In good news for fans, Season 2 of ‘Made In Heaven’ is returning with a bevy of beautiful brides, including Mrunal Thakur, Radhika Apte and Shibani Dandekar who look stunning in glittering bridal attire. The show is set against the backdrop of Indian weddings and the trials and triumphs that these weddings bring with them.
Prime Video teased exclusive pictures of the brides, who also include Sarah Jane-Dias, Naina Sareen, Elnaaz Norouzi, Kallirroi Tziafeta, Zayn Marie Khan, and Sheena Khalid in glamorous bridal attires from the show.
Prime Video said on Instagram ‘We’re all set to welcome the brides and attend the Made In Heaven weddings, again. #MadeInHeavenOnPrime S2, Aug 10!”
While Mrunal is looking dazzling in a red lehenga, and adorned with a pretty gold necklace with henna design on her hands, Radhika is a smiling Maharashtrian bride, with garland and gold jewellery.
Shibani looks feisty as she arrives on...
Prime Video teased exclusive pictures of the brides, who also include Sarah Jane-Dias, Naina Sareen, Elnaaz Norouzi, Kallirroi Tziafeta, Zayn Marie Khan, and Sheena Khalid in glamorous bridal attires from the show.
Prime Video said on Instagram ‘We’re all set to welcome the brides and attend the Made In Heaven weddings, again. #MadeInHeavenOnPrime S2, Aug 10!”
While Mrunal is looking dazzling in a red lehenga, and adorned with a pretty gold necklace with henna design on her hands, Radhika is a smiling Maharashtrian bride, with garland and gold jewellery.
Shibani looks feisty as she arrives on...
- 7/30/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Mona Singh, who will be seen in ‘Made In Heaven’ season 2, said her prayers are finally answered, as she becomes the part of the “most anticipated” show, and called it a “great piece” of writing.
Mona Singh’s impressive body of work in both television and film makes her a perfect fit for the critically acclaimed series ‘Made In Heaven 2’. Known for her versatile performances, she has garnered a massive fan following over the years. With her entry into the show, audiences are speculating about the impact she will bring to the already engrossing narrative.
Talking about the same, Mona told Ians: “I still remember watching ‘Made In Heaven’ season one, and thinking why am I not a part of it. But today, it seems like, finally my prayers are answered in heaven, as I got a chance to be a part of this show.”
Produced by Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby,...
Mona Singh’s impressive body of work in both television and film makes her a perfect fit for the critically acclaimed series ‘Made In Heaven 2’. Known for her versatile performances, she has garnered a massive fan following over the years. With her entry into the show, audiences are speculating about the impact she will bring to the already engrossing narrative.
Talking about the same, Mona told Ians: “I still remember watching ‘Made In Heaven’ season one, and thinking why am I not a part of it. But today, it seems like, finally my prayers are answered in heaven, as I got a chance to be a part of this show.”
Produced by Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby,...
- 7/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, July 26 (Ians) The hit streaming show ‘Made in Heaven’ is all set to return with its second season on August 10.
The new season stars Sobhita Dhulipala, Arjun Mathur, Jim Sarbh, Kalki Koechlin, Shashank Arora, Shivani Raghuvanshi and Vijay Raaz, all of whom will be reprising their roles from the first season.
It will also feature new faces such as Mona Singh, Ishwak Singh and Trinetra Haldar, this time.
Set in New Delhi, the International Emmy nominated show brings to life the magnificence of the big fat Indian weddings of the city. With the new season, it will delve deeper into the lives of its characters who navigate the complexities of organising and celebrating marriages while their own lives unfold in unexpected ways.
While the first season was directed by Nitya Mehra, Zoya Akhtar, Prashant Nair and Alankrita Shrivastava, the second season has made two additions to its directors’ team,...
The new season stars Sobhita Dhulipala, Arjun Mathur, Jim Sarbh, Kalki Koechlin, Shashank Arora, Shivani Raghuvanshi and Vijay Raaz, all of whom will be reprising their roles from the first season.
It will also feature new faces such as Mona Singh, Ishwak Singh and Trinetra Haldar, this time.
Set in New Delhi, the International Emmy nominated show brings to life the magnificence of the big fat Indian weddings of the city. With the new season, it will delve deeper into the lives of its characters who navigate the complexities of organising and celebrating marriages while their own lives unfold in unexpected ways.
While the first season was directed by Nitya Mehra, Zoya Akhtar, Prashant Nair and Alankrita Shrivastava, the second season has made two additions to its directors’ team,...
- 7/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 20 (Ians) An exciting recap video of ‘Made in Heaven’ season one, accompanied by Kalki Koechlin’s captivating voiceover, intensifies the intrigue surrounding the suspenseful cliffhanger that concluded the previous season, leaving fans craving for answers.
Expressing her excitement, Kalki shared: “As an actor, it’s incredibly gratifying to see how season one of ‘Made in Heaven’ resonated with audiences and became such a popular and critically acclaimed series.”
“The overwhelming response from fans has been heartwarming. Moving forward into season two, I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited. We have an incredible journey ahead, and just like the fans, I am eagerly looking forward to delving deeper into the lives of these complex characters and seeing what lies ahead of them,” she said.
The actress also assured the fans that season 2 will be grander and an enthralling experience.
As the first season of ‘Made in Heaven...
Expressing her excitement, Kalki shared: “As an actor, it’s incredibly gratifying to see how season one of ‘Made in Heaven’ resonated with audiences and became such a popular and critically acclaimed series.”
“The overwhelming response from fans has been heartwarming. Moving forward into season two, I couldn’t be more thrilled and excited. We have an incredible journey ahead, and just like the fans, I am eagerly looking forward to delving deeper into the lives of these complex characters and seeing what lies ahead of them,” she said.
The actress also assured the fans that season 2 will be grander and an enthralling experience.
As the first season of ‘Made in Heaven...
- 7/20/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Netflix’s recently released sequel of their famous anthology from 2018, Lust Stories, is back with more stories, new actors, and new directors helming the project and helping the audience understand the concept of lust from new points of view. The 2018 one had diverse stories about the female body and needs, and it created quite a buzz, especially the short film featuring Kiara Advani. Lust Stories is an important part of the Netflix India releases because, as the country is obsessed with Hindi cinema and the industry is filled with love stories, it is fascinating to understand what happens before and after ‘they lived happily ever after’ and what would be their way to sustain the love.
This time around, there are also tales of exploring sensual pleasure from a female perspective, but not all of them landed the way they should have. Out of the four stories presented to the viewers,...
This time around, there are also tales of exploring sensual pleasure from a female perspective, but not all of them landed the way they should have. Out of the four stories presented to the viewers,...
- 7/2/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Sudhanshu Saria’s Four Line Entertainment (“Loev”) has partnered with Kashish Arts Foundation and Lotus Visual Production to produce LGBTQ+ themed relationship drama “Taps.”
Written and directed by Arvind Caulagi, “Taps” revolves around a gay relationship in Mumbai. The film received the Kashish QDrishti Film Grant in 2022. The jury picks gay, lesbian and transgender-focused films that are diverse and rooted in real-life experiences. The 2022 jury comprised filmmakers Alankrita Shrivastava and Nupur Asthana, editor Apurva Asrani and producers Chhitra Subramaniam and Neeraj Churi.
Kashish also operates South Asia’s leading LGBTQ+ film festival in Mumbai.
Saria’s 2015 LGBTQ+themed 2015 feature “Loev” had considerable festival play including at SXSW, Tallinn and BFI Flare.
Saria said: “It’s the keenness and providence of the Kashish QDrishti film grant that such a rare screenplay has come our way. I’m honored and delighted to produce ‘Taps,’ a sensitive rendering of urban relationships and longing rarely witnessed on Indian screens.
Written and directed by Arvind Caulagi, “Taps” revolves around a gay relationship in Mumbai. The film received the Kashish QDrishti Film Grant in 2022. The jury picks gay, lesbian and transgender-focused films that are diverse and rooted in real-life experiences. The 2022 jury comprised filmmakers Alankrita Shrivastava and Nupur Asthana, editor Apurva Asrani and producers Chhitra Subramaniam and Neeraj Churi.
Kashish also operates South Asia’s leading LGBTQ+ film festival in Mumbai.
Saria’s 2015 LGBTQ+themed 2015 feature “Loev” had considerable festival play including at SXSW, Tallinn and BFI Flare.
Saria said: “It’s the keenness and providence of the Kashish QDrishti film grant that such a rare screenplay has come our way. I’m honored and delighted to produce ‘Taps,’ a sensitive rendering of urban relationships and longing rarely witnessed on Indian screens.
- 1/10/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Left – Right (Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Nupur Asthana, Nikhil D’ Souza, Meiyang Chang and Bhupendra Jadawat.
Amazon Prime Video is witnessing the love for Modern Love Mumbai growing each day. With the fantastic 6-part anthology reeling in the success since its release last week, the fanfare has reached the streets of the city of dreams. The popular ‘I Love Mumbai’ installation at Bandra Reclamation received a fun makeover to bring out the essence of love and love of Mumbai with a cool new addition.
Not only did Modern Love Mumbai take over our hearts but also the popular installation that is an all time-favourite spot for the general public. Adding to the excitement, the directors and some of the cast of the much-applauded series – Hansal Mehta, Nupur Asthana, Shonali Bose, Bhupendra Jadawat, Meiyang Chang and Nikhil D’ Souza also joined in to be seen with this attraction that celebrates their show.
Amazon Prime Video is witnessing the love for Modern Love Mumbai growing each day. With the fantastic 6-part anthology reeling in the success since its release last week, the fanfare has reached the streets of the city of dreams. The popular ‘I Love Mumbai’ installation at Bandra Reclamation received a fun makeover to bring out the essence of love and love of Mumbai with a cool new addition.
Not only did Modern Love Mumbai take over our hearts but also the popular installation that is an all time-favourite spot for the general public. Adding to the excitement, the directors and some of the cast of the much-applauded series – Hansal Mehta, Nupur Asthana, Shonali Bose, Bhupendra Jadawat, Meiyang Chang and Nikhil D’ Souza also joined in to be seen with this attraction that celebrates their show.
- 5/20/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava is all set to helm a movie about Pakistani social media star Qandeel Baloch, who was murdered in Pakistan in 2016 at the age of 26. Shrivastava and co-producers Vikas Sharma and Sunny Khanna, have acquired the rights to ‘The Sensational Life and Death of Qandeel Baloch’ by Sanam Maher, a book […]...
- 5/17/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava will direct a film about Pakistani model and social media star Qandeel Baloch, who was murdered in an honor killing in 2016.
Shrivastava, along with producers Vikas Sharma (“Toba Tek Singh”) and Sunny Khanna (“Why Cheat India”), has acquired the rights to the book “The Sensational Life and Death of Qandeel Baloch,” by Sanam Maher, published by Aleph, it was revealed ahead of the Cannes Film Market.
Shrivastava’s credits include feminist films “Lipstick Under My Burkha,” which was briefly banned in India in 2017, Busan selection “Dolly Kitty and Those Twinkling Stars” and Netflix series “Bombay Begums.”
Baloch, whose real name is Fouzia Azeem, had stoked controversy in Pakistan by living a Westernized lifestyle and posting her thoughts on social media, including Facebook and Twitter. Divorced from her husband, she had been nicknamed “Pakistan’s Kim Kardashian” and “Pakistan’s first social media star.”
“When Qandeel...
Shrivastava, along with producers Vikas Sharma (“Toba Tek Singh”) and Sunny Khanna (“Why Cheat India”), has acquired the rights to the book “The Sensational Life and Death of Qandeel Baloch,” by Sanam Maher, published by Aleph, it was revealed ahead of the Cannes Film Market.
Shrivastava’s credits include feminist films “Lipstick Under My Burkha,” which was briefly banned in India in 2017, Busan selection “Dolly Kitty and Those Twinkling Stars” and Netflix series “Bombay Begums.”
Baloch, whose real name is Fouzia Azeem, had stoked controversy in Pakistan by living a Westernized lifestyle and posting her thoughts on social media, including Facebook and Twitter. Divorced from her husband, she had been nicknamed “Pakistan’s Kim Kardashian” and “Pakistan’s first social media star.”
“When Qandeel...
- 5/17/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The Modern Love Mumbai series, now playing on Amazon Prime, Modern is a heartwarming anthology of 6 diverse yet universal stories of multiple human emotions, all rooted in love. It explores love in all of its complicated and beautiful forms, as well as its effects on the human connection. Each episode of this Indian edition of the hugely popular original version brings to life a different story that has been inspired by the New York Times’ beloved Modern Love column. These 6 stories, driven by the vision of 6 eclectic front-running filmmakers of Indian cinema – Hansal Mehta, Vishal Bharadwaj, Nupoor Asthana, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal and Alankrita Shrivastava, also explore different textures, parts and faces of the city of dreams, Mumbai. The Amazon Original series is created by Rangita and Ishita Pritish Nandy and stars a fantastic ensemble across episodes – Masaba Gupta, Ritwik Bhowmik, Sarika, Danesh Razvi, Tanvi Azmi, Tanuja, Pratik Gandhi, Ranveer Brar,...
- 5/15/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Modern Love: Mumbai (Amazon Prime Video)
Six films directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, Hansal Mehta, Nupur Asthana, Vishal Bharadwaj, Dhruv Sehgal, Shonali Bose
Three of the six films—we can’t call them episodes as they are all self-contained independent narratives—are absolute winners. The stand-out films here are clearly Hansal Mehta’s BaaiVishal Bhardwaj’s Mumbai Dragon and Shonali Bose’s Raat RaniThe last being special for Fatima Sana Shaikh’s rousing performance, but more on that later.
Hansal Mehta’s Baai features Pratik Gandhi as the scion of a conservative Muslim family struggling in the closet. Rich in ambiance and brimming with romance music and elegance Baai is a classic representation of what can be done in the Ott space if a filmmaker has his heart set on it. While Pratik and debutant Ranveer Brar are splendidly paired as lovers, Baai brims over with wonderful actors in even the smallest part; for example,...
Six films directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, Hansal Mehta, Nupur Asthana, Vishal Bharadwaj, Dhruv Sehgal, Shonali Bose
Three of the six films—we can’t call them episodes as they are all self-contained independent narratives—are absolute winners. The stand-out films here are clearly Hansal Mehta’s BaaiVishal Bhardwaj’s Mumbai Dragon and Shonali Bose’s Raat RaniThe last being special for Fatima Sana Shaikh’s rousing performance, but more on that later.
Hansal Mehta’s Baai features Pratik Gandhi as the scion of a conservative Muslim family struggling in the closet. Rich in ambiance and brimming with romance music and elegance Baai is a classic representation of what can be done in the Ott space if a filmmaker has his heart set on it. While Pratik and debutant Ranveer Brar are splendidly paired as lovers, Baai brims over with wonderful actors in even the smallest part; for example,...
- 5/13/2022
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava who is gearing up for anthology web series ‘Modern Love Mumbai’ – an Indian adaptation of ‘Modern Love’ – recently opened up on the thought behind the title of her segment ‘My beautiful wrinkles’. Talking about the directorial ‘My Beautiful Wrinkles’ Alankrita, who has earlier directed ‘Lipstick Under My Burkha’, said, “It […]...
- 5/11/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Modern Love Mumbai will have its global premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 13, 2022. This series is a new aspect of the original anthology series Modern Love, inspired by the famous New York Times column. This exciting new Amazon Original series will feature six heart-warming stories about discovering and exploring love in all its hues and emotions in three chapters. The eagerly anticipated series explores diverse yet universal stories of different facets, shades, and moods of love, all set in the city’s many unique milieus.
Modern Love Mumbai brings together six of the most prolific minds of Hindi cinema – Vishal Bhardwaj, Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal, Alankrita Shrivastava, and Nupur Asthana.
The series, which features a incredible cast of some of the finest in Hindi cinema, will bring home love this season with soul-stirring and uplifting stories that are rooted in the heart of the city of Mumbai.
Modern Love Mumbai brings together six of the most prolific minds of Hindi cinema – Vishal Bhardwaj, Hansal Mehta, Shonali Bose, Dhruv Sehgal, Alankrita Shrivastava, and Nupur Asthana.
The series, which features a incredible cast of some of the finest in Hindi cinema, will bring home love this season with soul-stirring and uplifting stories that are rooted in the heart of the city of Mumbai.
- 4/25/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Principal photography has commenced on Netflix original drama-comedy film “Kathal” (Jackfruit) from Ekta Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms and Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment.
The woman-led film starring Sanya Malhotra and Anant Joshi (“Cobalt Blue”) is set in a small town and revolves around a local politician whose prized jackfruits go missing and a young police officer who is adamant to solve this bizarre case to prove herself. “Kathal” marks the directorial debut of Yashowardhan Mishra, who previously directed several shorts and Amazon Prime Video comedy special “Pata Nahi Par Bolna Hai.”
Mishra co-wrote the script with revered writer Ashok Mishra, who won India’s National Film Award for best screenplay for Shyam Benegal’s “Samar,” and whose credits also include Benegal’s “Bharat Ek Khoj,” “Welcome to Sajjanpur” and “Well Done Abba!,” Saeed Akhtar Mirza’s “Naseem” and Jagmohan Mundhra’s “Bawandar.”
Kapoor, known as India’s soap opera queen,...
The woman-led film starring Sanya Malhotra and Anant Joshi (“Cobalt Blue”) is set in a small town and revolves around a local politician whose prized jackfruits go missing and a young police officer who is adamant to solve this bizarre case to prove herself. “Kathal” marks the directorial debut of Yashowardhan Mishra, who previously directed several shorts and Amazon Prime Video comedy special “Pata Nahi Par Bolna Hai.”
Mishra co-wrote the script with revered writer Ashok Mishra, who won India’s National Film Award for best screenplay for Shyam Benegal’s “Samar,” and whose credits also include Benegal’s “Bharat Ek Khoj,” “Welcome to Sajjanpur” and “Well Done Abba!,” Saeed Akhtar Mirza’s “Naseem” and Jagmohan Mundhra’s “Bawandar.”
Kapoor, known as India’s soap opera queen,...
- 3/5/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Photo: ‘Bombay Begums’/Netflix How much will it cost five women to live their dreams in the City of Dreams? The new Netflix show, ‘Bombay Begums’, explores this through a gripping plot line that presents twists and turns in each of its six episodes. Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava, known for exploring deep-rooted perspectives of women in Indian society through her works like ‘Lipstick Under My Burkha’ and ‘Made in Heaven’, ‘Bombay Begums’, through its convincing characters and many sub-plot lines, addresses the themes of classism, sexual harassment, toxic masculinity, and sexuality in all walks of life. Related article: Karan Johar’s Newest Anthology ‘Ajeeb Dastaans’ Illustrates Four Tainted Yet Heartfelt Love Stories Related article: Exclusive: Ayushmann Khurrana Interview – India’s Tom Hanks is Transforming Bollywood and Indian Society while Destroying Toxic Masculinity 'Bombay Begums' - Five Relentless Stories The series follows five women, all in different stages of their...
- 4/29/2021
- by Riddhi Chopra
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
Mumbai, March 24 (Ians) Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava, who is known for her directorials as "Turning 30" and "Lipstick Under My Burkha", and her recent web series "Bombay Begums", says cinema needs to be more accepting of different points of view.
"I think there is some change. Since the last five to seven years, there is more consciousness of objectification of women. The way the camera is used has changed and women are no longer looked only as trophies. I feel like alternate perspectives must get their place in cinema," she told Ians.
The filmmaker adds that everyone should have an equal chance to present their work.
"There should be an equal playing field. My problem has never been why do mainstream spectacle films exist. They have a right to. My point is when they close up space and say no film with another point of view that challenges patriarchy will exist. When...
"I think there is some change. Since the last five to seven years, there is more consciousness of objectification of women. The way the camera is used has changed and women are no longer looked only as trophies. I feel like alternate perspectives must get their place in cinema," she told Ians.
The filmmaker adds that everyone should have an equal chance to present their work.
"There should be an equal playing field. My problem has never been why do mainstream spectacle films exist. They have a right to. My point is when they close up space and say no film with another point of view that challenges patriarchy will exist. When...
- 3/24/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
ControversyObjecting to a particular scene from the series, the commission said this type of content will pollute the young minds and result in abuse and exploitation of children.Tnm StaffNetflixThe apex child rights body Ncpcr has asked popular streaming platform Netflix to stop streaming the recently released web series Bombay Begums citing an ‘inappropriate’ portrayal of children in the web series. In a notice to Netflix on Thursday, the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (Ncpcr) has asked the Ott (Over The Top) platform to furnish a detailed action report within 24 hours, failing which it said it will be constrained to initiate appropriate legal action. The Commission has taken note of tweets by the handle @GemsOfBollywood, as well as those by documentary filmmaker and men's rights activist Deepika Narayan Bhardwaj. Deepika had tweeted a screengrab from the series and said, “From normalisation of minors indulging in casual sex we...
- 3/12/2021
- by Sanyukta
- The News Minute
ReviewThe film traverses age groups and socio-economic strata to tell the story of four women and a girl who are each going through their own journeys.Saraswati DatarScreengrabFemale ensembles and female driven narratives are Alankrita Shrivastava’s strong suit. Whether it was Lipstick Under My Burkha or Dolly, Kitty aur woh Chamakte Sitare, women, their aspirations, their repressed or unfulfilled sexual desires and their fundamental desire to be treated with dignity, are recurring themes in Alankrita’s work. Bombay Begums, now streaming on Netflix, traverses age groups and socio-economic strata to tell the story of four women and a girl who are each going through their own journeys of love, pain, sexual exploration, and discovering a true sense of self. Rani Singh Irani (Pooja Bhatt) is the CEO of the Royal Bank of Mumbai, a position that the male dominated boardroom is trying to take away from her. Her second...
- 3/10/2021
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Bombay Begums (web series); Cast: Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswami, Amruta Subhash, Plabita Borthakur, Aadhya Anand; Direction: Alankrita Shrivastava; Rating: * * * (three stars)
By Vinayak Chakravorty
A bank CEO's son runs over a lower-class boy. The victim's poor parent spots a get-rich-quick scheme through blackmail. A public scandal could end the CEO's career and so it is best to pay up, and then pay some more.
Sounds like standard soap opera drama? Okay, imagine the picture again: The bank CEO is a woman fighting to hold onto that position, in an otherwise all-male board of directors waiting with bated breath to bring her down. The victim's parent is a sex worker, who has incidentally serviced the CEO's son who will run over her boy, only minutes before the incident takes place.
Alankrita Srivastava's web series uses many familiar vignettes to set up a slice of Mumbai, with its hopes, despairs, dreams and struggles.
By Vinayak Chakravorty
A bank CEO's son runs over a lower-class boy. The victim's poor parent spots a get-rich-quick scheme through blackmail. A public scandal could end the CEO's career and so it is best to pay up, and then pay some more.
Sounds like standard soap opera drama? Okay, imagine the picture again: The bank CEO is a woman fighting to hold onto that position, in an otherwise all-male board of directors waiting with bated breath to bring her down. The victim's parent is a sex worker, who has incidentally serviced the CEO's son who will run over her boy, only minutes before the incident takes place.
Alankrita Srivastava's web series uses many familiar vignettes to set up a slice of Mumbai, with its hopes, despairs, dreams and struggles.
- 3/9/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, March 5: Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava, whose web series Bombay Begums will soon be streamed, says that making women-oriented films is not easy in Bollywood. Right from shooting to distribution, it is tough to get the appropriate budgets and provisions.
"Budget problems are not specific to me and my films. It is the same story for all female filmmakers. If you want to make films with women who are not big stars, it is a problem. Even with big stars - Meghna (Gulzar) made Raazi (with Alia Bhatt) - she had to shoot within limited budget and had to shoot for long hours," informs Alankrita.
The filmmaker who made a mark directing Lipstick Under My Burkha in 2017, adds that this is because women-centric films don't get distribution. "The budget is justified through the exhibition and distribution system. These distributors feel that these films cannot make that much money," she says.
"Budget problems are not specific to me and my films. It is the same story for all female filmmakers. If you want to make films with women who are not big stars, it is a problem. Even with big stars - Meghna (Gulzar) made Raazi (with Alia Bhatt) - she had to shoot within limited budget and had to shoot for long hours," informs Alankrita.
The filmmaker who made a mark directing Lipstick Under My Burkha in 2017, adds that this is because women-centric films don't get distribution. "The budget is justified through the exhibition and distribution system. These distributors feel that these films cannot make that much money," she says.
- 3/5/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Film slate includes talent such as Taapsee Pannu and Dhanush, while series include Bombay Begums and second season of Delhi Crime.
Netflix introduced a slate of 40 Indian films, series and documentaries at its “See What’s Next India 2021” event today, presided over by Monika Shergill, vice president of content for Netflix India, and Srishti Behl Arya, director, International Original Film.
The film slate sees Netflix teaming with major Mumbai-based production houses such as Reliance Entertainment, T-Series, Emmay Entertainment, Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP and Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment.
With Dharmatic, Netflix is producing anthology Ajeeb Daastaans and Vivek Soni’s romantic drama Meenakshi Sundareshwar.
Netflix introduced a slate of 40 Indian films, series and documentaries at its “See What’s Next India 2021” event today, presided over by Monika Shergill, vice president of content for Netflix India, and Srishti Behl Arya, director, International Original Film.
The film slate sees Netflix teaming with major Mumbai-based production houses such as Reliance Entertainment, T-Series, Emmay Entertainment, Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP and Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment.
With Dharmatic, Netflix is producing anthology Ajeeb Daastaans and Vivek Soni’s romantic drama Meenakshi Sundareshwar.
- 3/3/2021
- by Liz Shackleton
- ScreenDaily
5 women, 5 different worlds, 5 different perspectives. Meet the 5 Begums who find themselves racing and facing obstacles threatening to pull them down. Watch each unique personality fight against her roadblocks and emerge victorious!
Netflix just dropped the trailer of its upcoming series - Bombay Begums - which tells a very relevant and unconventional story of women uplifting women through situations that will surely strike a chord with every Indian woman.
Follow the lives of five women living and hustling in Mumbai, the city of dreams, as they break societal shackles and glass ceilings to conquer love, careers & relationships by standing up for each other.
Join in on the tumultuous yet inspiring journeys of the begums played by Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswami, Amruta Subhash, Plabita Borthakur and Aadhya Anand, written and directed by boss woman Alankrita Shrivastava.
Bombay Begums premieres exclusively on Netflix on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
Netflix just dropped the trailer of its upcoming series - Bombay Begums - which tells a very relevant and unconventional story of women uplifting women through situations that will surely strike a chord with every Indian woman.
Follow the lives of five women living and hustling in Mumbai, the city of dreams, as they break societal shackles and glass ceilings to conquer love, careers & relationships by standing up for each other.
Join in on the tumultuous yet inspiring journeys of the begums played by Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswami, Amruta Subhash, Plabita Borthakur and Aadhya Anand, written and directed by boss woman Alankrita Shrivastava.
Bombay Begums premieres exclusively on Netflix on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2021. https://www.youtube.com/watch?...
- 2/15/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The web series, Bombay Begums will release on March 8, on the occasion of International Women's Day. The show casts Pooja Bhatt, Shahana Goswam, Amruta Subhash and Rahul Bose in pivotal roles, and is created and directed by Alankrita Shrivastava of Lipstick Under My Burkha fame.
The series touches upon themes of ambition, desire, struggle for power and vulnerability through the stories of five modern Indian women in Mumbai.
Said Shrivastava: "'Bombay Begums' is a story about Indian women that I hope women in India and across the world will connect with.
"The series explores the complex journey of working Indian women who are ambitious for power and success, but have many other battles to fight too. It's the story of their daily hustle, the story of their dreams - sometimes buried, sometimes fulfilled," she added.
"It's the story of glass ceilings shattered, and also of the hearts broken in the process.
The series touches upon themes of ambition, desire, struggle for power and vulnerability through the stories of five modern Indian women in Mumbai.
Said Shrivastava: "'Bombay Begums' is a story about Indian women that I hope women in India and across the world will connect with.
"The series explores the complex journey of working Indian women who are ambitious for power and success, but have many other battles to fight too. It's the story of their daily hustle, the story of their dreams - sometimes buried, sometimes fulfilled," she added.
"It's the story of glass ceilings shattered, and also of the hearts broken in the process.
- 2/9/2021
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Snapshot Review: Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare
Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava
Starring: Konkana Sen Sharma and Bhumi Pednekar
Slightly cluttered with notable agendas that are left unexplored, but Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare still manages to impress because:
1. #womentellingwomensstories – Alankrita Shrivastava is such a keen observer of the plight of women. She doesn’t cover the big-ticket agenda times that we all bang on about, she explores those less obvious issues that many would be oblivious to because it’s so ingrained in our daily lives that we women ourself may not recognise it.
2. The leadings ladies Konkona sen Sharma and Bhumi Pednekar are just phenomenal!
I agree with @su4ita, this has to be Bhumi Pednekar best work!
Also, how more phenomenal can Konkona get?!
3. The supporting cast is just as outstanding, consisting of Aamir Bashir, Vikrant Massey, Karan Kumdra, Kubra Sait
Definitely check this one out!
Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava
Starring: Konkana Sen Sharma and Bhumi Pednekar
Slightly cluttered with notable agendas that are left unexplored, but Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare still manages to impress because:
1. #womentellingwomensstories – Alankrita Shrivastava is such a keen observer of the plight of women. She doesn’t cover the big-ticket agenda times that we all bang on about, she explores those less obvious issues that many would be oblivious to because it’s so ingrained in our daily lives that we women ourself may not recognise it.
2. The leadings ladies Konkona sen Sharma and Bhumi Pednekar are just phenomenal!
I agree with @su4ita, this has to be Bhumi Pednekar best work!
Also, how more phenomenal can Konkona get?!
3. The supporting cast is just as outstanding, consisting of Aamir Bashir, Vikrant Massey, Karan Kumdra, Kubra Sait
Definitely check this one out!
- 9/22/2020
- by Prathna Tiwari
- Bollyspice
Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare (Netflix)
Starring Konkona Sen Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Aamir Bashir, Vikrant Massey, Karan Kumdra
Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava
Post-feminist cinema in India suffers from a post-coital fatigue. It goes around and around wearing the same heart on the sleeve, same save-woman-save-the-planet logo on the teeshirt, same obsession with caddish husbands and rebellious wives, sex-seeking selfish boyfriends, etc etc.
Alankrita Shrivastava’s third feature film has one of both, a caddish husband and a selfish boyfriend. There is a power-driven inner-driven intensity about Alankrita’s storytelling which sucks us into its characters’ famished world of inchoate desires.
Sexual fulfillment and the Big O are huge concerns in Alankrita’s cinema. In her last highly-acclaimed Lipstick Under The Burqa, Konkona Sen Sharma lay listless under her heaving husband. As Dolly, Konkona is still stuck in the same place. But with a lot more problems this time than Dolly can handle,...
Starring Konkona Sen Sharma, Bhumi Pednekar, Aamir Bashir, Vikrant Massey, Karan Kumdra
Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava
Post-feminist cinema in India suffers from a post-coital fatigue. It goes around and around wearing the same heart on the sleeve, same save-woman-save-the-planet logo on the teeshirt, same obsession with caddish husbands and rebellious wives, sex-seeking selfish boyfriends, etc etc.
Alankrita Shrivastava’s third feature film has one of both, a caddish husband and a selfish boyfriend. There is a power-driven inner-driven intensity about Alankrita’s storytelling which sucks us into its characters’ famished world of inchoate desires.
Sexual fulfillment and the Big O are huge concerns in Alankrita’s cinema. In her last highly-acclaimed Lipstick Under The Burqa, Konkona Sen Sharma lay listless under her heaving husband. As Dolly, Konkona is still stuck in the same place. But with a lot more problems this time than Dolly can handle,...
- 9/19/2020
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Dolly and Kitty could be any small town cousins. In the world of Alankrita Shrivastava, they become fictional case studies of real desires that the Indian woman of today might harbour, even as she grapples with an innate conservative mindset and a society that is still too inflexible while accepting her sexual mores.
In a way, Shrivastava was setting up a desi Fleabag of sorts, narrating the story of Radha, or Dolly (Konkona Sen sharma), and her cousin sister Kajal (Bhumi Pednekar), or Kitty from Darbhanga, Bihar. Dolly (Sen Sharma) is married and a mother of two. Along with her husband Amit (Aamir Bashir), she is trying to close installments for their dream home in an under-construction Greater Noida high rise. Kajal arrives from Bihar and puts up with Dolly and family, in search of a job and life in the big city.
Watch Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare Trailer
https://youtu.
In a way, Shrivastava was setting up a desi Fleabag of sorts, narrating the story of Radha, or Dolly (Konkona Sen sharma), and her cousin sister Kajal (Bhumi Pednekar), or Kitty from Darbhanga, Bihar. Dolly (Sen Sharma) is married and a mother of two. Along with her husband Amit (Aamir Bashir), she is trying to close installments for their dream home in an under-construction Greater Noida high rise. Kajal arrives from Bihar and puts up with Dolly and family, in search of a job and life in the big city.
Watch Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare Trailer
https://youtu.
- 9/18/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
EntertainmentWhile mainstream cinema is slowly changing its portrayal of gender norms, it's nowhere close to what's available online.Tnm StaffThe explosion of content on Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms has meant that there's a wide variety of options when it comes to entertainment. Whatever be the genre or language, viewers are spoilt for choice on online streaming platforms. It's no different when it comes to feminist content. Mainstream cinema in India has largely been disappointing when it comes to the representation of women, mostly conforming to gender norms and patriarchal attitudes. While this is slowly changing, it's still nowhere as close to the kind of content that's available online. Here's a list of web series that will make a feminist viewer happy, and not want to tear their hair out. Churails (Zee5): This show is from Pakistan and is about a motley group of women in Karachi who come together to start a detective agency.
- 9/16/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
I don’t know how far it would be correct to call Alankrita Shrivastava’s Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare a “new” film. I remember Bhumi Pednekar talking excitedly about it with me two years ago.
But I guess everything happens in its own time. Now is the time for ‘Dolly’ Konkona Sensharma and ‘Kitty’ Bhumi P to do the sister act. And they do look comfortable enough to pass off as sisters .I must say they make for a rowdy pair of siblings, discussing each other’s sex lives(haawww) with a titillating temerity.
This is the same universe of “liberated” women we met in the director’s Lipstick Under My Burqa. Disturbingly Konkona Sen Sharma is still the sexually frustrated wife with a thoughtless husband lurching mechanically over her inert physique in a bed that needs oiling. In Burqa the heaving husband was Sushant Singh.
Here it...
But I guess everything happens in its own time. Now is the time for ‘Dolly’ Konkona Sensharma and ‘Kitty’ Bhumi P to do the sister act. And they do look comfortable enough to pass off as sisters .I must say they make for a rowdy pair of siblings, discussing each other’s sex lives(haawww) with a titillating temerity.
This is the same universe of “liberated” women we met in the director’s Lipstick Under My Burqa. Disturbingly Konkona Sen Sharma is still the sexually frustrated wife with a thoughtless husband lurching mechanically over her inert physique in a bed that needs oiling. In Burqa the heaving husband was Sushant Singh.
Here it...
- 9/14/2020
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
The upcoming film, Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitaare, is spearheaded by an all-girls crew, and Bhumi Pednekar, who plays a starring role, says the fact makes a big statement in the Hindi film industry.
"I think just the idea of an all-girls team spearheading 'Dolly Kitty…' was super cool! Women who are vocal and all for progressiveness were headlining the project, be it (producer) Ekta (Kapoor), (director) Alankrita (Shrivastava), (co-actress) Konkona (Sen Sharma), me and even the other members of the cast. We are all such empowered women and the experience was so satisfying and beautiful and just easy," Bhumi said.
She added: "It's a hugely relevant and important film for the country as it will make a big statement about womanhood, and it is fascinating how girls have come together to have such an important conversation."
Bhumi Pednekar is thrilled with her experience of working with Alankrita Shrivastava and Ekta Kapoor.
"I think just the idea of an all-girls team spearheading 'Dolly Kitty…' was super cool! Women who are vocal and all for progressiveness were headlining the project, be it (producer) Ekta (Kapoor), (director) Alankrita (Shrivastava), (co-actress) Konkona (Sen Sharma), me and even the other members of the cast. We are all such empowered women and the experience was so satisfying and beautiful and just easy," Bhumi said.
She added: "It's a hugely relevant and important film for the country as it will make a big statement about womanhood, and it is fascinating how girls have come together to have such an important conversation."
Bhumi Pednekar is thrilled with her experience of working with Alankrita Shrivastava and Ekta Kapoor.
- 9/8/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Sep 5 (Ians) Filmmaker Alankrita Shrivastava says her upcoming film, Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare, is a very personal effort for her.
"'Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare' has these two quirky, layered characters at its heart -- Dolly and Kitty. They are cousins trying to break through the many visible and invisible shackles in order to live life on their own terms," said Shrivastava, who shot to fame directing the 2016 black comedy, "Lipstick Under My Burkha".
About her new film, she said: "It's a film with a light and fun tone. Although the film is entirely fictional, for me it is very personal and there is a certain truth about the bond Dolly and Kitty share. It is real and relatable. Their journey is unexpected and funny, and sad and joyful at the same time. I hope their rollercoaster ride is engaging and entertaining for audiences."
Konkona Sensharma...
"'Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare' has these two quirky, layered characters at its heart -- Dolly and Kitty. They are cousins trying to break through the many visible and invisible shackles in order to live life on their own terms," said Shrivastava, who shot to fame directing the 2016 black comedy, "Lipstick Under My Burkha".
About her new film, she said: "It's a film with a light and fun tone. Although the film is entirely fictional, for me it is very personal and there is a certain truth about the bond Dolly and Kitty share. It is real and relatable. Their journey is unexpected and funny, and sad and joyful at the same time. I hope their rollercoaster ride is engaging and entertaining for audiences."
Konkona Sensharma...
- 9/5/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Netflix Releases the Trailer of Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare, written and directed by Alankrita Shrivastava
About Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare:
Set in the outskirts of New Delhi, Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare chronicles the quiet transgression of two cousins, who, through their complicated love-hate equation, enable each other to find freedom.
Talking about the film, Alankrita Shrivastava (writer and director), said, “Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare is a story with these two quirky, layered characters at its heart - Dolly and Kitty.
The two cousins are trying to break through many visible and invisible shackles to live life on their own terms. It's a film with a light and fun tone! And although the film is entirely fictional, the film for me is very personal and there is a certain truth about the bond Dolly Kitty shares. It is real and relatable.
The journey...
About Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare:
Set in the outskirts of New Delhi, Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare chronicles the quiet transgression of two cousins, who, through their complicated love-hate equation, enable each other to find freedom.
Talking about the film, Alankrita Shrivastava (writer and director), said, “Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare is a story with these two quirky, layered characters at its heart - Dolly and Kitty.
The two cousins are trying to break through many visible and invisible shackles to live life on their own terms. It's a film with a light and fun tone! And although the film is entirely fictional, the film for me is very personal and there is a certain truth about the bond Dolly Kitty shares. It is real and relatable.
The journey...
- 9/4/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
The Bhumi Pednekar and Konkona Sensharma-starrer Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare will release on September 18.
The film narrates the story of two cousins in search of freedom. Konkona will be seen as Dolly while Bhumi plays Kitty.
"Dolly's life is one we see so often -- a bickering wife who is not satisfied with her husband's unambitious ways, the mother of two young boys who she barely understands, all while dreaming of a life of luxury that is far beyond her reach. While she believes herself to be quite the rebel, she is blissfully unaware of how deeply conditioned she is in certain ways. It's her journey of realisation and that to freedom that makes the story a fun yet heartwarming ride," said Konkona about her character.
Bhumi plays Kitty or Kajal, a quintessential smalltown girl who comes to the city, expecting all her dreams to come true.
"With...
The film narrates the story of two cousins in search of freedom. Konkona will be seen as Dolly while Bhumi plays Kitty.
"Dolly's life is one we see so often -- a bickering wife who is not satisfied with her husband's unambitious ways, the mother of two young boys who she barely understands, all while dreaming of a life of luxury that is far beyond her reach. While she believes herself to be quite the rebel, she is blissfully unaware of how deeply conditioned she is in certain ways. It's her journey of realisation and that to freedom that makes the story a fun yet heartwarming ride," said Konkona about her character.
Bhumi plays Kitty or Kajal, a quintessential smalltown girl who comes to the city, expecting all her dreams to come true.
"With...
- 9/3/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Glasgow Film Festival celebrated its highest ever attendance, with more than 43,000 admissions. In addition to the 43,147 attending screenings and events across the city, over 3000 people attended the first ever UK exhibition of work by legendary Hollywood photographer Susan Wood. The exhibition ran throughout the festival at The Lighthouse.
GFF20 finished in style on Sunday night with the UK premiere of How To Build A Girl, the big screen adaptation of Caitlin Moran’s memoir which was directed by Coky Giedroyc. Moran and Giedroyc were both in attendance. This year the festival also played host to a number of guests including Simon Pegg, George Mackay, Earl Cave, Simon Bird, Monica Dolan, Emily Beecham, Imogen Poots, Celia Imrie, Bill Paterson, Alice Winocour and the cast of Our Ladies. International guests included Marjane Satrapi and Ingvar Sigurðsson.
Gff closed on International Women’s Day (Iwd) with a programme dedicated to female talent both...
GFF20 finished in style on Sunday night with the UK premiere of How To Build A Girl, the big screen adaptation of Caitlin Moran’s memoir which was directed by Coky Giedroyc. Moran and Giedroyc were both in attendance. This year the festival also played host to a number of guests including Simon Pegg, George Mackay, Earl Cave, Simon Bird, Monica Dolan, Emily Beecham, Imogen Poots, Celia Imrie, Bill Paterson, Alice Winocour and the cast of Our Ladies. International guests included Marjane Satrapi and Ingvar Sigurðsson.
Gff closed on International Women’s Day (Iwd) with a programme dedicated to female talent both...
- 3/9/2020
- by Linda Marric
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (Iffla) today announced its full lineup of narrative and documentary features, and shorts for the festival’s 18th edition, which boasts 5 World, 1 North American, 4 U.S. and 10 Los Angeles premieres, spanning 12 languages, with 50% of all films premiering directed by women. The renowned premiere global showcase for groundbreaking Indian cinema, Iffla will take place this year April 1-5 at Regal L.A. Live: A Barco Innovation Center in Los Angeles. The Opening Night Gala presentation will take place at ArcLight Hollywood, with an after-party to follow hosted by Spice Affair in Beverly Hills. Passes and Gala tickets go on sale today, February 19. Individual tickets will go on sale on February 25 at www.indianfilmfestival.org.
The festival will open with An Evening with Imtiaz Ali, one of Hindi cinema’s most respected and charismatic writer-directors. Ali will be joined onstage by celebrated Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (Gangs of Wasseypur,...
The festival will open with An Evening with Imtiaz Ali, one of Hindi cinema’s most respected and charismatic writer-directors. Ali will be joined onstage by celebrated Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap (Gangs of Wasseypur,...
- 2/23/2020
- by Rhythm Zaveri
- AsianMoviePulse
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