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Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty has been named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke award, India’s highest honor in cinema.

The announcement was made by Ashwini Vaishnaw, India’s Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Railways and Electronics and Information Technology.

The award is given for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema and is named after Phalke, director of “Raja Harischandra” (1913), India’s first full-length feature, who is considered the father of Indian cinema.

Chakraborty, 74, has appeared in over 350 films across multiple Indian languages during his nearly five-decade career. He rose to prominence with his debut in “Mrigayaa” (1976), which earned him his first Indian National Film Award for Best Actor. The actor gained widespread recognition for his role in “Disco Dancer” (1982), a film that also found success beyond Indian shores across Asia, the erstwhile Soviet Union, eastern Europe, the Middle East, Turkey and Africa.

Throughout his career, Chakraborty has collected three acting...

Vipul Amrutlal Shah, Sudipto Sen, and Adah Sharma’s ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ emerged as one of the most hard-hitting, impactful, and well-reviewed films. During its theatrical run, the audiences unanimously praised the film and lauded the makers for bringing out the most courageous story of the Naxalites on screen. ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ as one of the most important films of the year.

After the theatrical release, audiences were waiting for the film to be released digitally. Today the makers surprised the audiences by dropping a new promo and announced the release of ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ on the digital platform Zee 5. The film will be available to watch from May 17, 2024, and will be released simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu.

The film starring Adah Sharma as the Ips Officer Neerja Madhvan, narrates the story of an important incident from the nation that audiences of every generation should watch.

Bastar: The Naxal Story Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Adah Sharma, Indira Tiwari, Vijay Krishna, Anangsha Biswas, Abhikalp Gagdekar, Raima Sen, Purnendu Bhattacharya, Subrata Dutta, Naman Nitin Jain, Nidhi Mayuri, Kishor Kadam, Shilpa Shukla, Gandhali Jain

Director: Sudipto Sen

Bastar: The Naxal Story Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

What’s Good: Unapologetically forthright saga of what is happening in Bastar

What’s Bad: The brutality shown may unsettle some people

Loo Break: No chance!

Watch or Not?: Yes, if you want to know another harsh socio-political reality of our times

Language: Hindi

Available On: Theatrical release

Runtime: 124 Minutes

User Rating:

The story is set in Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, where Naxalism still flourishes in the lush forests, affecting tribal and economically-backward villagers who are deprived of basic human rights like schools, roads and hospitals due to a well-entrenched subversive system. The Maoists, now centred there in the country,...

Adah Sharma Opens Up About Her Role In Bastar: The Naxal Story(Photo Credit – Instagram)

Adah Sharma, who started out with the horror hit 1920 (2008), has since been known for the sheer variety in her work—Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada movies, Hindi web series, short films, and music videos. Her cream includes Hasee Toh Phasee, Commando 2, the series Holiday, and the short Tindey. And last year, she played the central character in the blockbuster The Kerala Story, which, in terms of Roi, was the biggest hit of 2023.

She now does a 180-degree flip from her earlier roles to essay a gritty Crpf officer in her second film with the …Kerala… duo, director Sudipto Sen and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, in Bastar: The Naxal Story.

When I compliment her on the flip from her recent breezy-n-brazen turn as Rosie, the bar girl, in Sunflower 2, Adah Sharma gushes, “Thanks for acknowledging that...

Advance bookings are now open for the highly anticipated film, “Bastar: The Naxal Story,” set to hit cinemas this Friday, March 15, 2024. Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the film boasts a stellar cast including Adah Sharma, Indira Tiwari, Vijay Krishna, Shilpa Shukla, Yashpal Sharma, Subrat Dutta, and Raima Sen.

Announced in June 2023, the film is based on the Naxalite–Maoist insurgency in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, promising to delve deep into this socio-political issue. With its intriguing premise and talented ensemble, “Bastar” is poised to offer audiences a compelling cinematic experience.

‘Bastar’ Advance Bookings Open Now… 15 March Release… From the makers of #TheKeralaStory… #Bastar: #TheNaxalStory arrives in *cinemas* This Friday [15 March 2024].

Book your tickets : https://t.co/7vFrOcIycH#VipulAmrutlalShah #SudiptoSen #AdahSharma #AashinAShah… pic.twitter.com/qsvMLQJmQL

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) March 13, 2024

As advance bookings open, anticipation is building among moviegoers eager to witness this gripping...

Mumbai, March 8 (Ians) Actress Adah Sharma has left no stone unturned to ace her look in the upcoming film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, which required her to put on weight.

Adah gained 10 kgs of weight for her role but also had to be fit. She gorged on 15 bananas a day and had flax seed ladoos for the film, which is based on Maoist insurgency in the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh.

“I had to put on 10 kgs for ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’. But I had to also be very very fit, being able to climb mountains and do action with rifles. I ate around 15 bananas everyday and flax seed laddoos,” said Adah.

The actress added that she would eat four laddoos a day.

“We were shooting in the jungles so my mother gave me a whole box of laddoos. I used to eat four a day.”

‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ is...

Bastar Trailer Impact At Box Office Day 1 (Photo Credit –YouTube)

After the grand success of The Kerala Story last year, the team has returned with yet another film, Bastar: The Naxal Story. Its trailer was unveiled yesterday and has managed to grab good eyeballs. But is the content powerful enough to boost the film’s box office potential as far as day 1 collection is concerned? Let’s discuss it below in detail.

The dream team returns!

The dream team of director Sudipto Sen, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, and actress Adah Sharma has come together yet again after the surprise blockbuster The Kerala Story. The film, upon its release, received mixed reviews, but at the Indian box office, it left everyone jaw-dropped with a collection of much beyond 200 crores net. Now, expectations are high for their upcoming release.

How’s the trailer of Bastar?

Honestly speaking, the trailer of Bastar lacks an overall impact,...

Mumbai, March 3 (Ians) A new poster from the upcoming Adah Sharma-starrer film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ was unveiled on Sunday.

The poster features the actress in two different avatars, one wearing the uniform as Ips Neerja Madhavan, and the other on a field operation as a Naxal combat soldier.

Committed to her duty, Adah stands in the fight against the Naxals.

Sharing the poster on their social media, the makers wrote in the caption: “Duty or Pledge: Committed till the end, relentless in the fight against Naxals. Uncover the truth in #BastarTheNaxalStory, trailer out on March 5, 2024.”

The film presents Adah Sharma aa Ips Neerja Madhvan and her glimpses in the teaser have left the viewers intrigued.

The film marks the second association of Adah with director Sudipto Sen and producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after their last film ‘The Kerala Story’.

The trailer of the film is all set to...

Amit Sial has opened up on his character’s arc in the third season of the political drama series ‘Maharani’, saying it was not about getting the physical attributes right, but drawing out fresh details and new layers of his life right.

Talking about his character, Sial, who plays Navin Kumar (inspired by Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar), said: “When one is into the third season of any show, it is not so much about preparation for the character but more about where the life of the character leads to now.”

Sial added: “The challenge was not about getting the physical attributes right, but also zeroing in on the fresh details and new layers of his life.”

Sial emphasised on the complexity of playing a politician, where life is not easy to portray on screen.

“I have always found that being a politician is an extremely complex job. Navin Kumar...

Bollywood actress Adah Sharma takes the helm in the controversial film “The Kerala Story,” which premiered on ZEE5 on February 16, 2024, following much anticipation.

Directed by Sudipto Sen, the film has piqued significant interest among audiences, even within the Ott space. Making waves on the ZEE5 platform, the movie garnered a remarkable 150 million streaming minutes within just 3 days, marking a monumental achievement.

Receiving a blend of positive and negative feedback, reminiscent of its theatrical release, “The Kerala Story” continues to generate substantial buzz.

‘The Kerala Story’ Incredible Viewership… #TheKeralaStory is a success story on Ott as well: 150 million+ watch minutes during the launch weekend… Now streaming on #Zee5 [@ZEE5India].#TheKeralaStoryOnZEE5 #VipulAmrutlalShah pic.twitter.com/zOmZlNNmz6

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 19, 2024

Alongside Adah Sharma, the film stars Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, Siddhi Idnani, Devadarshini, and Vijay Krishna in pivotal roles. Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah of Sunshine Pictures, the movie boasts a score...

“The Kerala Story” is now available for streaming on ZEE5, offering viewers a glimpse into the journey of characters like Shalini and Fatima Ba. Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the 2023 Indian Hindi-language drama film features a talented cast including Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani.

The plot revolves around a group of women from Kerala who are coerced into converting to Islam and joining the Islamic State. Marketed as a true story, the film delves into the controversial concept of “love jihad,” perpetuating the Hindutva conspiracy theory. It falsely claims that thousands of Hindu women from Kerala have been converted to Islam and recruited by the Islamic State.

‘The Kerala Story’ Now Streaming On ZEE5… From Shalini to Fatima Ba, watch her story in #TheKeralaStory… Her journey is out now on #Zee5 [@ZEE5India].#TheKeralaStoryOnZEE5 #VipulAmrutlalShah pic.twitter.com/fpbaKg762N

— taran adarsh (@taran...

The makers of the upcoming political-thriller film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ unveiled the second teaser from the film Wednesday. The teaser shows the emotional cry of a mother, who is ready to take revenge for her family against the brutality of Naxals.

The teaser showcases the feeling of a mother and her pain of losing her family. The hard-hitting dialogues in the teaser coupled with the Bgm build up the tension and raise the excitement to witness the real story on the big screens.

The teaser promises a compelling return of ‘The Kerala Story’ team in the form of producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, director Sudipto Sen, and actress Adah Sharma.

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah’s Sunshine Pictures and co-produced by Aashin A Shah, ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ is directed by Sudipto Sen.

The film will be released on March 15, in cinemas worldwide.

Actress Adah Sharma, who is an ardent animal lover, will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with her furry friends as she has joined hands with an animal hospital on the day of love. Now Adah has teamed up with animal hospital Tolfa (Tree of Life for Animals). Talking about the same, Adah said: “I’m very excited about this project. I have been given so much and I want to give back. I want to do a lot for animals.

“This hospital takes care of abandoned calves, stray dogs and cats, and injured animals. I want people to be educated about adopting Indian dogs , giving stray animals a home.”

On the work front, Adah, who gained the spotlight with her performance in ‘The Kerala Story’, will next be seen in ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, where she has joined forces with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah and director Sudipto Sen once again...

Get ready as ‘The Kerala Story’ finally makes its debut on ZEE5, scheduled for release on February 16, 2024. The much-anticipated drama promises to captivate audiences with its compelling narrative.

About the Film:

Directed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, ‘The Kerala Story’ is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language drama. The film features a talented ensemble cast including Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani.

Plot Overview:

The storyline revolves around a group of women from Kerala who are coerced into converting to Islam and joining the Islamic State. Marketed as a true story, the film delves into the controversial Hindutva conspiracy theory of “love jihad.” It falsely portrays the conversion of thousands of Hindu women from Kerala and their recruitment into the Islamic State.

‘The Kerala Story’ To Premiere On ZEE5… The wait is over…#TheKeralaStory is set to release on #Zee5 [@ZEE5India] on 16 Feb 2024… Stay tuned!#TheKeralaStoryOnZEE5 #ZEE5India #VipulAmrutlalShah #AdahSharma #SunshinePictures pic.

The Kerala Story’s Ott release date and other details announced (Picture Credit: IMDb)

The Kerala Story created quite a buzz during its theatrical release last year in May. The movie starred Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani, and Siddhi Idnani in the lead roles. The movie was one of the most talked-about films of 2023, with record-breaking box office numbers. And now, the makers have announced The Kerala Story’s Ott release date. Keep reading to know more!

Reception among critics & audiences

Inspired by actual events, The Kerala Story delves into the sensitive and complex issue of the alleged radicalization and conversion of young Hindu women to another religion in Kerala, forcing them into joining terrorist groups. The film follows the story of three girls: Shalini (Adah Sharma), Nimah (Yogita Bihani), and Geetanjali (Siddhi Idnani), who are manipulated by their roommate, Asifa (Sonia Balani), into converting to another religion.

The...

As the Adah Sharma-starrer ‘The Kerala Story’ is set for the Ott release, director Sudipto Sen shared that tackling such a sensitive topic and translating it into a film is no small feat. Inspired by real events, ‘The Kerala Story’ which has created quite a buzz during its theatrical release, delves into the sensitive and complex issue of the alleged radicalisation and conversion of young Hindu women to another religion in Kerala, forcing them into joining terrorist groups.

Talking about the film, Sudipto said: “Tackling such a sensitive topic and translating it into a film is no small feat; it’s a challenge we willingly embraced. However, every filmmaker wants an assurance about his work and ‘The Kerala Story’s box office performance was my assurance and gratification to continue to have faith in myself.”

“Many are living in the dark about the reality of the situation and for those,...

Mumbai, Feb 6 (Ians) The teaser of the upcoming film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, features a one minute long monologue by actress Adah Sharma. Adah, who gained massive fame with her film ‘The Kerala Story’, plays the character of I.G. Neerja Madhvan in the film.

The teaser portrays her as a no nonsense officer who will go to any lengths to kill the ‘anti-nationals’. She draws a comparative analysis of Indian soldiers killed by Pakistan and the naxalites.

The teaser also shows her shedding light at the incident where allegedly a certain section celebrated the killings of Crpf policemen in the Dantewada Maoist attack in 2010.

Back in 2010, Forum against War on People allegedly had organised an event back in 2010 in Jnu which both Nsui and Abvp had protested.

In the teaser, the makers have showcased how “pseudo-intellectuals” in India are running a propaganda to divide the country funded by China.

Teaser Release Announcement: The makers of the much-anticipated drama film ‘Bastar- The Naxal Story,’ featuring Adah Sharma, have revealed the film’s official teaser, stirring anticipation among audiences.

Adah Sharma Shares Teaser:

Adah Sharma took to Instagram to share the teaser, urging viewers to delve into the narrative colored with the blood of innocent people. Titled “Bastar – The Naxal Story,” the teaser offers a glimpse into the untold saga.

Directed and Produced:

Helmed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, ‘Bastar- The Naxal Story’ is slated for theatrical release on March 15, promising a gripping cinematic experience.

Monologue by Adah Sharma:

The one-minute-long teaser showcases a powerful monologue delivered by Adah Sharma’s character, Ips Neerja Madhvan, providing a glimpse into the film’s strong narration and the truths it will unveil.

A story colored red with the blood of innocent people! Capture the untold story… Bastar – The Naxal Story.

Actress Adah Sharma, director Sudipto Sen, and director-producer Producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah are reuniting once again after their last hit ‘The Kerala Story’ for the upcoming film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’. The makers of the film unveiled three posters of the film which paint a grim picture.

The first poster features Adah essaying the character of I.G. Neerja Madhvan. It shows her on the battlefield from the film as she brandishes a gun along with others. The second poster has a few men hung up on a road, and the third has the antagonist staring into the camera as the fire behind him rages.

Talking about the film, director Sudipto Sen said: “After ‘The Kerala Story’ unprecedented love and blessing – we gathered the courage to bring out another deadly secret of independent India. It is from Bastar right at the heart of our country. The outrageous, heinous, and abominable...

For the past several decades, various films have been released on Diwali weekend, which has always been considered a prime slot. Big-ticket films reserved slots for a Diwali release to cash in on the holiday spirit and attract families to watch their cinematic offerings.

From ‘Baazigar’ (1993), starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Shilpa Shetty, ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ (1994) starring Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (1995) starring Kajol and Srk, Aamir Khan’s ‘Raja Hindustani’ (1996) and ‘Ghatak’ starring Sunny Deol and Meenakshi Sheshadari, the list of Diwali releases is a long one.

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest, as well as some of the forgotten Bollywood Diwali releases of the past 24 years:

Yash Chopra’s ‘Dil Toh Pagal Hai’ (1997), releaseda day after Diwali, starring Srk, Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor, and had people thronging to the theatres.

‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ (1998), Karan Johar’s debut film,...

For the past several decades, various films have been released on Diwali weekend, which has always been considered a prime slot. Big-ticket films reserved slots for a Diwali release to cash in on the holiday spirit and attract families to watch their cinematic offerings.

From ‘Baazigar’ (1993), starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Shilpa Shetty, ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ (1994) starring Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (1995) starring Kajol and Srk, Aamir Khan’s ‘Raja Hindustani’ (1996) and ‘Ghatak’ starring Sunny Deol and Meenakshi Sheshadari, the list of Diwali releases is a long one.

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest, as well as some of the forgotten Bollywood Diwali releases of the past 24 years:

Yash Chopra’s ‘Dil Toh Pagal Hai’ (1997), releaseda day after Diwali, starring Srk, Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor, and had people thronging to the theatres.

‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ (1998), Karan Johar’s debut film,...

Sudipto Sen, who is known for ‘The Kerala Story’, is currently working on the next film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, and the production for the film is in full force. The director recently suffered leg injuries but to keep the production on track he has been working with his injured leg wearing leg braces in both legs.

A source informed, “‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ is being shot since the past 15 days, and the relentless pace of shooting is a testament to director Sudipto Sen’s unyielding commitment. Despite a heavy leg injury and wearing leg braces in both legs, Sen’s determination to push through and maintain the momentum of the shoot reflects his dedication to the project.”

Sudipto is collaborating again with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after ‘The Kerala Story’.

After delivering a game-changer film, The Kerala Story, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, director Sudipto Sen, and actress Adah Sharma...

Sudipto Sen, who is known for ‘The Kerala Story’, is currently working on the next film ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’, and the production for the film is in full force. The director recently suffered leg injuries but to keep the production on track he has been working with his injured leg wearing leg braces in both legs.

A source informed, “‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’ is being shot since the past 15 days, and the relentless pace of shooting is a testament to director Sudipto Sen’s unyielding commitment. Despite a heavy leg injury and wearing leg braces in both legs, Sen’s determination to push through and maintain the momentum of the shoot reflects his dedication to the project.”

Sudipto is collaborating again with producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah after ‘The Kerala Story’.

After delivering a game-changer film, The Kerala Story, producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, director Sudipto Sen, and actress Adah Sharma...

The makers of ‘The Kerala Story’ producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, director Sudipto Sen, and actress Adah Sharma are now gearing up for their next project titled ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’. The trio commenced the shoot with a Muhurat puja, followed by a first-day shoot at the location.

Vipul, Aashin A Shah from Sunshine Pictures, Sudipto and Adah Sharma were present at the puja.

Just after the puja, Adah gave her first shot at the location.

The actress delivered her first dialogue for the film, and she was seen donning military pants, a black commando t-shirt, and a commando-like bandhana. This has indeed piqued the excitement to watch the film.

In June, the makers had made an official announcement of the movie, and wrote on social media: “Hidden truth that will take the nation by a storm.. Bastar”.

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and co-produced by Aashin A Shah, ‘Bastar: The...

The makers of ‘The Kerala Story’ producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah, director Sudipto Sen, and actress Adah Sharma are now gearing up for their next project titled ‘Bastar: The Naxal Story’. The trio commenced the shoot with a Muhurat puja, followed by a first-day shoot at the location.

Vipul, Aashin A Shah from Sunshine Pictures, Sudipto and Adah Sharma were present at the puja.

Just after the puja, Adah gave her first shot at the location.

The actress delivered her first dialogue for the film, and she was seen donning military pants, a black commando t-shirt, and a commando-like bandhana. This has indeed piqued the excitement to watch the film.

In June, the makers had made an official announcement of the movie, and wrote on social media: “Hidden truth that will take the nation by a storm.. Bastar”.

Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and co-produced by Aashin A Shah, ‘Bastar: The...

The Kerala Story, a film that chronicled the history and culture of Kerala through the eyes of a young journalist, was one of the biggest hits of 2022. The film, produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and directed by Sudipto Sen, received critical acclaim and commercial success for its realistic portrayal of the state and its people. The film also marked the debut of Adah Sharma, who played the female lead opposite Prithviraj Sukumaran.

Now, the same team is back with another ambitious project, titled Bastar. The film is based on the Naxalite movement, a Maoist insurgency that has been active in several parts of India since the late 1960s. The film will focus on the lives and struggles of the tribal people in Bastar, a region in Chhattisgarh that has been a hotbed of Naxalite activity. Adah Sharma will play the role of a tribal woman who joins the rebels.

The...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently seen as the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ season 15, revealed why he refers to actress Shefali Shah as ‘Malkinji’. In the upcoming Monday episode, the quiz-based reality gameshow, will host versatile actress Shefali Shah and the revered social worker Hare Ram Pandey.

Fondly addressed by his close aides as ‘Baba’, Hare Ram ji is a staunch devotee of goddess Durga and has fulfilled his goal of establishing his own non-government organisation named, Narayanseva Aashram, that helps rehabilitate young girls and works towards providing them a secure future.

Actor par excellence, Shefali, who has created a niche for herself with her portrayal of diverse characters, will be instrumental in providing thoughtful insights during the gameplay and supporting Hare Ram ji.

During a conversation with the guests, Amitabh Bachchan affectionately refers to Shefali as ‘Malkinji.’

The reason behind this endearing nickname traces back to the time...

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently seen as the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ season 15, revealed why he refers to actress Shefali Shah as ‘Malkinji’. In the upcoming Monday episode, the quiz-based reality gameshow, will host versatile actress Shefali Shah and the revered social worker Hare Ram Pandey.

Fondly addressed by his close aides as ‘Baba’, Hare Ram ji is a staunch devotee of goddess Durga and has fulfilled his goal of establishing his own non-government organisation named, Narayanseva Aashram, that helps rehabilitate young girls and works towards providing them a secure future.

Actor par excellence, Shefali, who has created a niche for herself with her portrayal of diverse characters, will be instrumental in providing thoughtful insights during the gameplay and supporting Hare Ram ji.

During a conversation with the guests, Amitabh Bachchan affectionately refers to Shefali as ‘Malkinji.’

The reason behind this endearing nickname traces back to the time...

Disney+ Hotstar, as a streaming giant, is on a roll, releasing back-to-back web series with interesting stories. The Freelancer last month was an interesting tale of Indian mercenaries. We also had another addition to the Commando series directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, which was about a soldier who carried out a daring solo mission to extract his colleague from a prison in the neighboring country. Aakhri Sach, a police crime drama based on the Burari deaths, was a decent adaptation of the real-life incident. These shows restored viewers’ faith in the streaming giant, for they could see and enjoy diverse content on it. Milan Luthria’s Sultan of Delhi is yet another addition to this long list of television shows that expands the channel’s portfolio.

Spoilers Ahead

Story And Plot

Sultan of Delhi‘s trailer established that the beginning of the show would be about the partition of the subcontinent,...

Mumbai, Aug 15 (Ians) Actors Prem, Adah Sharma and Vaibhav Tatwawadi, who are currently seen in Vipul Amrutlal Shah’s action-thriller series ‘Commando’, celebrated Independence Day in style, by flagging off a bike rally, here.

With over 250 bikers, Prem, Adah and Vaibhav were super enthusiastic and enjoyed the spirit of patriotism on this celebrated day.

Talking about this Prem, who plays the lead in the series ‘Commando’ said: “I am super elated to have been an integral part of this bike rally on Independence Day. Just like my character Commando Virat, I thoroughly enjoyed basking in the spirit of brotherhood and patriotism.”

Adah said: “Kicking off this bike rally was a fun experience and to witness a group of over 200 plus passionate bikers felt incredible. Just like Bhavna Reddy and Commando Virat’s camaraderie in the series, I enjoyed being a part of the hustle and unity among the biker community here,...

It is not often that we see a series of action-drama films and television shows that are consistent in delivering and justifying the genre. The Commando series, starring Vidyut Jamwal, has created a fan base that is obsessed with pointing out how good these films are when it comes to unabashed action sequences, and it gives the audience exactly what they came to watch, just like the John Wick and Mission Impossible films in Hollywood. Taking from the series of films released in Hindi cinema over the years, Vipul Amrutlal Shah brings a four-part web series with the same title but a different story and a different cast, where the action is the core of it, while a lot of other things take a back seat, even though the tone of the show is very on the nose.

Spoilers Ahead

Kshitij Knows The Plan

Commando Season 1 begins in Sahiwal, where...

The action genre in the Hindi cinema space has upped its game thanks to the Commando film series starring Vidyut Jamwal, which has made viewing the action on the big screen a thrilling experience. Apart from him, there are plenty of actors who have forayed into this genre and gained some appreciation for going out of their way to make the audience love the energy. Adding another television show to the Commando series, Vipul Amrutlal Shah brings to the audience the story of another soldier who goes out of his way to rescue his friend from enemy territory.

Commando begins in Sahiwal, Pakistan, where the enemy country is developing a deadly virus to be used on the Indian population as an instrument of biological warfare, something that has never been attempted before, and the enemy country wants to create mayhem across the nation. Their plan goes awry when their consignment is captured at the border,...

New Delhi, Aug 11 (Ians) Ahead of the release of their series ‘Commando’, filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah and debutant Prem Parija visit the National War Memorial in the capital to pay homage to real-life commandos.

Shah is all set to redefine the statement of entertainment with the Commando web series, co-produced by Aashin A Shah, by launching newcomer, Prem Parija, into the spotlight in Commando Ott.

Making the release of this much-awaited series a worthwhile event, the two are visited the National War Memorial, Delhi to give a tribute to Real life commandos.

As the director-producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah along with the lead actor Prem Parija and the team will be present at the grand launch event, the media will also grace their presence.

The show also stars Adah Sharma, Amit Sial, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Mukesh Chhabra in pivotal roles.

The series reunites Adah and Vipul Amrutlal Shah after their last...

Set to make his acting debut with the action-thriller series ‘Commando’, Prem has opened up about his fandom for superstar Shah Rukh Khan, saying he is ‘highly inspired’ by Srk’s hard work, dedication and his zeal for the work.

Srk definitely has one of the most inspiring stories of how he became the ‘King Khan’. His journey has helped aspiring actors to dream big.

Prem, who is dreaming to become a ‘star’ in Bollywood, also dreams to meet Shah Rukh Khan one day.

Talking about the same, Prem said: “I was a 11 year old kid, watching Shah Rukh Khan on ‘Yess Boss’ when I decided that I wanted to be an actor. All my life, I have idolised him and even before my family and friends, he was the first one to give me that initial push to dream of becoming an actor.”

“Infact, when I grew up, I...

New Delhi, Aug 7 (Ians) Actor Vaibhav Tatwawadi has opened up on his bond with his co-star and debutant Prem, saying they share a brotherly camaraderie off the screen too.

The duo will be seen sharing screen space in a high-octane, power-packed series ‘Commando’.

Talking about Prem, Vaibhav said: “Prem and I share a great bond on screen and off screen. I guess it’s just the same. On screen we are playing commandos who are like brothers, off screen also that brotherly camaraderie continued. There is immense warmth between us and I feel if the second season happens we’ll be really excited to work together again, along with the amazing cast.”

The upcoming series is touted to bring forth the tale of valour, patriotism, high-octane action and the journey of the titular character. Torn between a nefarious plan and a bio-war, Commando Prem devises an extraction mission to protect...

Mumbai, Aug 6 (Ians) Debutant Prem Parrijaa is gearing up for the release of his maiden project ‘Commando’ series.

The actor shared about his character and the stunts he would be seen performing in the show.

The ‘Commando’ franchise started in 2013 with ‘Commando: A One Man Army’ which starred Vidyut Jammwal in the titular role. Over the years, the franchise has become a favourite of the enthusiasts of the action genre,

Talking to Ians about the benchmark the ‘Commando’ films has created if the series can surpass that, Prem said: “The first thing that Vipul sir had told me in our initial discussions about Commando Virat as a character is the world view that Virat has. ‘I will protect this nation and the people in it, with every drop of blood in my body’.”

“So Virat is a fierce protector, not just of the nation but also of the emotions and...

New Delhi, Aug 4 (Ians) Filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah has roped in martial art legend Jacky Chan’s stunt choreographer Andy Long, from Germany, for his upcoming Ott series ‘Commando’.

The action sequences are choreographed by Andy, who has earlier choreographed Jacky Chan in the film ‘Chinese Zodiac’. He has also worked for Inception (2010), In Bruges (2008) and The Constant Gardener (2005) amongst many more.

The ‘Commando’ franchise started in 2013 with ‘Commando: A One Man Army’ which starred Vidyut Jammwal in the titular role. Over the years, the franchise has become a favourite of the enthusiasts of the action genre.

In order to make web-series ‘Commando’ a visual spectacle, Vipul had asked his team to shoot it as a film with all equipment used for a movie.

Known for his remarkable talent scouting prowess in film industry, Vipul is set to launch the promising and talented newcomer Prem Parrijaa in ‘Commando’ series. The...

New Delhi, Aug 3 (Ians) From goofy antics to deep admiration for each other as artists, action thriller series ‘Commando’ actors Prem and Adah Sharma share a great bond.

Adah has opened up about their friendship, and fun they had on sets, and how they bonded over dogs and sheeps.

Talking about their bond, Adah said, “Prem is a fun, kind guy who loves animals. That already broke the ice there. Because where we were shooting in the mountains, we met new dogs and sheep everyday, and it was almost a competition who got more portrait photos of dogs on their phone.”

Adah, who has received appreciation for her performance as the lead in ‘The Kerala Story’, further said she used to forget that it was Prem’s first show.

“He knew everything from his lines, to camera angles, shot breakdown, he’s been an assistant director before and after working with him I’m guessing,...

Mumbai, August 2 (Ians) Director Vipul Amrutlal Shah, who is now bringing his new take on the spy-thriller genre with his Ott series ‘Commando’, after his success with the ‘Commando’ movie franchise starring Vidyut Jammwal, has said that the lead actor Prem will bring the genre its due respect.

The filmmaker-producer changed the dynamics of the action genre by introducing a new and rawer format in the action genre with more authentic stunts and realistic choreography. After action-martial artiste Vidtyut Jammwal displayed both his acting skills and amazing martial artistes, Prem was eventually picked out of a group of 11,000 applicants.

Talking about the casting of Prem, Vipul Amrutlal Shah said: “Content has been the first priority for me always, and then I search for a face to showcase it the way we have planned the project. Since we began planning the show, I have been certain that we will provide a...

New Delhi, Aug 2 (Ians) Set to make his acting debut with the action-thriller series ‘Commando’, Prem has heaped praise on actor Vidyut Jammwal, saying he will always remain the ‘Og commando’.

The ‘Commando’ franchise started in 2013 with ‘Commando: A One Man Army’ which starred Vidyut in the titular role. Over the years, the franchise has become a favourite of the enthusiasts of the action genre.

Prem opened up on how Vidyut has set a bench-mark, which he aspires to reach. The young action hero Prem is set to surprise the audiences with the role of ‘Commando Virat’.

He shared: “Making a debut with something as big as ‘Commando’ which is giving me a moniker is surely a great deal. While I hope that the audience can resonate with me, Vidyut Sir will always remain the Og commando.” Prem called Vidyut his inspiration, and said, “he has taken this action franchise to another level altogether,...

Actress Adah Sharma has been rushed to the hospital due to food allergy and severe diarrhea.

She’s currently under observation.

The actress on Tuesday was rushed to the hospital in emergency right before the promotions of her upcoming show ‘Commando’ and has been diagnosed with severe diarrhea and food allergy, said a statement.

A source close to the artiste told Ians: “She came down with a severe burst of stress hives and diarrhea today morning. Currently, she is under observation.”

Adah has been seen promoting ‘Commando’ where she reprises the role of Bhavana Reddy. She will be the connecting factor between the film and the series.

The new action-thriller series titled ‘Commando’ is on the horizon, and it stars debutante Prem in the lead role alongside actress Adah.

It also reunites Adah, Amit Sial, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Mukesh Chhabra in pivotal roles.

The series reunites Adah and Vipul Amrutlal Shah...

Assistant director Prem, who is all geared up for his acting debut with the action-thriller ‘Commando’, has heaped praises on the filmmaker Vipul Amrutlal Shah, calling it a ‘dream come true’ launch for himself.

Prem said he is grateful for this opportunity. “I cannot explain what I feel inside, even now, when I think back, that my debut happened with someone like Vipul sir, who is one of the finest filmmakers and producers of this country.”

“Whether it was our first meeting, first reading, or shooting, Vipul sir made me feel like a star, made me feel like I belonged. And that goes on to show how much clarity he has in his own vision. He knows exactly what he wants,” he shared.

“I consider myself exceptionally blessed, that I am an absolute nobody from a middle class Odia household, and being launched by him is definitely a dream come...

Never leave a brother behind, bringing this feeling of patriotism alive is our new commando – Prem along with a fantastic team as Disney+ Hotstar drops the trailer of its high-octane, power-packed series, ‘Commando’. Produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Sunshine Pictures Pvt Ltd and directed and created by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The series is set to release on August 11, 2023 on Disney+ Hotstar. Torn between a nefarious plan and a bio-war, Commando Prem devises an extraction mission to protect his nation and his brother Commando. Will he be able to succeed?

Starring the dynamic and immensely talented Prem in and as Commando, the action-thriller will also see Adah Sharma, Vaibhav Tatwawadi pivotal roles, alongside Shreya Singh Chaudhry, Amit Sial, Mukesh Chhabra and Ishteyak Khan.

Producer, Director and Created Vipul Amrutlal Shah said, “Commandos are the real heroes of our country and it’s always been a great honour and pleasure to bring their heroism on screen.

Actor Vaibhav Tatwawadi, who has worked in shows like ‘Nirmal Pathak Ki Ghar Wapsi’, is all set to be a part of much awaited action thriller series ‘Commando’.

Confirming the same Vaibhav shared: “Commando is one of the most loved and much awaited show of our times and I am delighted to be a part of this project, and a significant factor in my decision to join was the opportunity to work with our esteemed director Vipul Shah.”

“I have always wanted to collaborate with him, as he is renowned for his professionalism and exceptional directing skills.”

On Monday it was announced that debutant Prem will be seen as the lead in the action-thriller series titled ‘Commando’ alongside actress Adah Sharma.

It also reunites Adah, Amit Sial, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Mukesh Chhabra in pivotal roles.

The series reunites Adah and Vipul Amrutlal Shah after their last successful venture of ‘The Kerala Story...

A new action-thriller series titled ‘Commando’ is on the horizon, and it stars debutante Prem in the lead role alongside actress Adah Sharma.

It also reunites Adah, Amit Sial, Tigmanshu Dhulia and Mukesh Chhabra in pivotal roles.

The series reunites Adah and Vipul Amrutlal Shah after their last successful venture of ‘The Kerala Story’. Vipul has helmed the series.

The teaser of the series was unveiled on Monday and it is laced with adrenaline pumping action with a mix of punches and daredevil stunts thrown in. The 46 seconds long teaser starts off in a picturesque location of snow clad mountains as the protagonist zipping in on a dirt bike makes his way to the screen.

The teaser then goes into full-blown action saga as one can also see Adah pulling off the action and fight sequences with finesse.

Talking about the new series, Vipul Amrutlal Shah said: ” ‘Commando’ is the...

Mumbai, June 24 (Ians) As the world celebrates Pride Month in June, Sandeep Modi, the director of the soon-to-be-released ‘The Night Manager: Part 2’ and the writer of the Sushmita Sen-starrer streaming show ‘Aarya’, feels that the audience also is now more open to the idea that Lgbtqia+ characters represent the truth of our times.

The director has crafted queer characters for both ‘Aarya’ and the Indian adaptation of ‘The Night Manager’.

Talking about his thought process behind queer characters, Sandeep said: “I have had two opportunities to bring to light this paradigm shift, firstly in Aarya through the representation of Acp Khan who does not want to publicly accept his identity; and secondly, in The Night Manager, Brij Pal’s (Bj) character who is open about his sexuality and carries his identity on his sleeve. Both these characters are very distinct and it was a fun challenge for me to...

‘The Kerala Story’ maker Vipul Shah and his team are aiming to empower women, especially underprivileged ones by giving them commando training.

Talking about the same, he said: “Women are extremely strong but over the years, our society has taken their power. So any attempt made by anyone to give women their strength back should always be welcomed, encouraged and that is why we have decided to go and visit these tribal girls.

“These girls are very brave and they are learning self-defense techniques and preparing for the challenges ahead of them. We want to see how they learn, what they learn. I am looking forward to spending some time with them.”

‘The Kerala Story’ is produced, developed, and distributed by Sunshine Pictures which is owned by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. Adah Sharma leads the cast along with Yogita Bihani, Sonia Balani and Siddhi Idnani.

The Kerala Story is bankrolled by Sunshine Pictures Private Limited,...

ControversyThe Supreme Court of India on May 18 had instructed the Tamil Nadu government to provide protection to theatres, after they withdrew screenings of the controversial film.A day after the Supreme Court of India instructed the Tamil Nadu government to provide protection to theatres screening the controversial film The Kerala Story, select theatres in Chennai opened a small number of shows. It is unclear whether theatres in other cities in the state are following suit. Speaking to Tnm, Tamil Nadu Theatre and Multiplex Owners Association president Tiruppur Subramaniam said, “To my knowledge, no theatre in Tiruppur (where he is based) is screening the film. Distributors themselves have not bought the film. In general, Hindi films in Tamil Nadu have only limited buyers. In the last two years, hardly any Hindi film has done well here.” On May 7, the Association decided to stop screening The Kerala Story, citing law and order concerns.

Supreme CourtThe bench stated that it is the responsibility of the state government to maintain law and order, especially since the film has received certification from CBFCThe Supreme Court stayed the West Bengal government's ban on the movie 'The Kerala Story' on Thursday, asserting that statutory provisions should not be employed to "reward public intolerance." The bench, led by Chief Justice Dy Chandrachud, stated that it is the responsibility of the state government to maintain law and order, especially since the film has received certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc). During the hearing, the court emphasized that poorly received films typically fail at the box office. The bench, which included justices Ps Narasimha and Jb Pardiwala, cautioned against exploiting legal provisions to prioritize public intolerance, as it would set a precedent for other films facing similar challenges. Senior advocate Harish Salve, representing the film producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah,...

Mumbai, May 18 (Ians) Filmmaker Sudipto Sen introduced the real inspiration for his controversial movie, ‘The Kerala Story’, at a press in Mumbai on Wednesday evening.

A highlight of the press conference was an interaction with the young women who had escaped religious conversion in Kerala and were being looked after by the Aarsha Vidya Samajam Ashram. Sen said these young women had inspired him to make the film.

“Their number is too many in our country, but few of them are with us today here, and I want to honour them all,” Sen said.

“Let me share with you a little incident,” Sen continued. “I want to share this incident because without knowing it you probably wouldn’t know where the roots of this film are.

“I will introduce Shruti, Chitra and Adhira. The first time I met Shruti in a small village she didn’t have electricity in her house,...