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Exclusive: Namrata Singh Gujral’s feature film 5 Weddings has been banned in Kuwait for the inclusion of transgender characters.

The film, which is set to open in more than 15 countries including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Russia, India and United Kingdom, on October 26, follows the story of a journalist who travels to India to work on a story about Indian wedding ceremonies. The film also features Hijras, a sect of transgender dancers who have been an integral part of Indian wedding tradition for centuries — which is why Kuwait has decided to ban the film.

“It is shocking to me that in 2018 — an entire nation would ban a film because it has transgender characters. Why? Are they not human?” Gujral told Deadline. “I can tell you stories from Censors around the world that will make your head spin. I feel so blessed to live in a country where we have...

Boasting a universally acclaimed cast with Rajkummar Rao (India’s official entry to Academy Awards 2018 Newton), Nargis Fakhri (Bollywood blockbuster Rockstar), Academy Award nominee Candy Clark (American Graffiti) and Golden Globe nominee Bo Derek (10), 5 Weddings opens in cinemas worldwide on 21st September 2018.

5 Weddings is a feature film with comedy, drama and romance that showcases the vibrant ceremonies at India’s weddings, with an important sub-plot that features Hijras, a sect of transgender dancers who have been an integral part of Indian wedding tradition for centuries.

Other featured Hollywood actors include Broadway star Anneliese van der Pol (Beauty and The Beast), Mariana Paola Vicente, Robert Palmer Watkins (General Hospital), Dawn Richard (Danity Kane) and Rupak Ginn (Royal Pains).

Also starring from India are Suvinder Vicky (Chauthi Koot – Un Certain Regard Cannes 2015), Shiwani Saini (Sarbjit), Saru Maini (Dangerous Husn) and Diljott (Teshan).

This exciting film marks the second Hollywood project for both Fakhri and Rao.

Story follows Us journalist in India who investigates a sect of dancers.

Vision Films has acquired worldwide rights at the Efm to Uniglobe Entertainment’s transgender feature 5 Weddings at the European Film Market in Berlin.

Namrata Singh Gujral directed the story of a Us journalist sent to India to report on Indian weddings. Conflict arises when she investigates the sect of transgender dancers known as Hijras, only to be blocked by a government liaison officer.

Rajkummar Rao of Berlinale 2017 entry Newton also stars Bollywood actress Nargis Fakhri, Candy Clark and Bo Derek.

Vision has a Us distribution deal with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment and recently released Planterium starring Natalie Portman and Lily Rose Depp, and Una with Rooney Mara and Ben Mendelson.

Couple of days ago, we spotted Nargis Fakhri in a bridal avatar shooting for her forthcoming film 5 Weddings. The actress currently can’t get enough of the beauty of the North and has been posting couple of pictures on social media about her recent trip. Nargis Fakhri is currently wrapping up the shoot schedule inRead More

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Nargis Fakhri was last seen playing the role of Christina in the film Banjo. Well now Nargis is all set to essay the role of the quintessential Punjabi bride in the Indo – American film 5 Weddings. Interestingly though, this will be the first time Nargis will be seen on screen as a Punjabi bride,Read More

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Nargis Fakhri and Rajkummar Rao will be coming together for the first time for the Indo-American film 5 Weddings. The duo were recently seen preparing for the film as the film is all set to go on floor today on November 15. Here’s a picture of Nargis Fakhri and Rajkummar Rao during their script readingRead More

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The extremely talented Rajkummar Rao, who was last seen in the hard hitting film Aligarh, will now be seen in the Namrata Singh Gujral's Hollywood film 5 Weddings. The film, which will shot in Chandigarh and La, will also feature Nargis Fakhri, Bo Derek, and Candy Clark in the lead roles. Speaking about his role, a visibly excited Rajkummar Rao said that after Namrata Singh saw some of his work on Netflix and other platforms, her production house approached him to play the leading man who works with the Punjab police. He added that the film is basically a journey of life which will be symbolised by the ups and downs of a wedding celebration. He also added that the film will also deal about many perspectives like life, death, lost love, transgender tangles, cultural clashes and politics. Besides 5 Weddings, Rajkummar Rao will also be seen in the rom-com Bareily Ki Barfi,...