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Ali Fazal wraps up MIRZAPUR

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Actor Ali Fazal has wrapped up shooting for the upcoming gangster drama series 'Mirzapur'.

"It was a very exciting schedule and I am very happy that we have completed the shoot on time. It was fun to work with the team as working with friends becomes exciting," Ali said in a statement.

Amazon Prime's upcoming series also stars Vikrant Massey and Shweta Tripathi. It has been extensively shot on the outskirts of Benaras, Mirzapur and Mumbai.

To be made under the banner of Excel Entertainment, Mirzapur' will see Ali essay the role of a gangster. He will play a rustic character in this nine-part episodic series.

Zaeden excited to release mash-up for Valentine’s Day

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DJ-producer Zaeden, who has released the cover of musician Lauv's 'I like me better' featuring Chezin, is gearing up for another release on Valentine's Day.

Known for his remixes of 'Magic' by Coldplay, 'Don't wanna know' and 'Animals' by Maroon 5 and 'Love yourself' by Justin Bieber and originals 'Never let you go' and 'Yesterday', Zaeden, whose real name is Sahil Sharma, is releasing a mash-up for the Valentine's Day on February 14.

Zaeden said in a statement: "2018 has just begun on an unbelievable note. I have always grown up in a musically infused atmosphere. Even before getting into dance music I heard my father creating cover versions of Kishore Kumar classics. He inspired me to creatively expand when he heard me sing randomly at home and suggested I should record at a professional studio."

He said that Drew Taggart of The Chainsmokers was also a huge inspiration in this creative process.

"This is my first cover as a singer and I'm quite excited for my next, which will be a mash-up for Valentines Day. Being a big fan of Lauv, it was an easy decision to pick this song for an acoustic cover, and my good friend and super talented musician Chezin, helped make this a reality" added Zaedan, who released the cover oof Lauv's track on January 19.

Zaeden excited to release mash-up for Valentine’s Day

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DJ-producer Zaeden, who has released the cover of musician Lauv's 'I like me better' featuring Chezin, is gearing up for another release on Valentine's Day.

Known for his remixes of 'Magic' by Coldplay, 'Don't wanna know' and 'Animals' by Maroon 5 and 'Love yourself' by Justin Bieber and originals 'Never let you go' and 'Yesterday', Zaeden, whose real name is Sahil Sharma, is releasing a mash-up for the Valentine's Day on February 14.

Zaeden said in a statement: "2018 has just begun on an unbelievable note. I have always grown up in a musically infused atmosphere. Even before getting into dance music I heard my father creating cover versions of Kishore Kumar classics. He inspired me to creatively expand when he heard me sing randomly at home and suggested I should record at a professional studio."

He said that Drew Taggart of The Chainsmokers was also a huge inspiration in this creative process.

"This is my first cover as a singer and I'm quite excited for my next, which will be a mash-up for Valentines Day. Being a big fan of Lauv, it was an easy decision to pick this song for an acoustic cover, and my good friend and super talented musician Chezin, helped make this a reality" added Zaedan, who released the cover oof Lauv's track on January 19.

Sapna Pabbi: Good content matters, medium doesn’t

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Actress Sapna Pabbi, who essays a pivotal role in web series 'Breathe', says the medium doesn't bother her as she only wants to be a part of a good story.

Sapna, who gained popularity with television series '24', has also worked in a web series titled 'The Trip' and a feature film KHAMOSHIYAN, before landing 'Breathe', which also features R. Madhavan and Amit Sadh.

Does she find the digital platform more interesting than feature films?

"Honestly, good content matters to me… The medium does not matter. Whether it is a TV show, a film or a web series, I am not bothered. I have grown up in England, so it does not make any sense to me to differentiate. The watching should be great, no matter where you are watching," Sapna told IANS.

The show is an intense thriller. Sapna says this didn't give the cast much time to have fun during the show as everyone was very focussed on their characters.

Giving an insight into her role, she said: "I am playing Ria Ganguly who is a very strong, independent-minded woman, a mother who lost her child and a wife who is taking care of her husband. Even after the tragedy, she is constantly trying to get on with life."

Coming from a non-film background, Sapna said she has learnt a lot on the job and her ability as an actress has grown over a period of time.

"When I came to work on '24', I knew almost nothing about acting, but I am constantly working on my skills and can see a growth. I am also adapting to the work culture here and it's all good," she said.

Directed by Mayank Sharma, 'Breathe' is an 8-episode thriller featuring. The show will be released on Friday on Amazon Prime Original.

Sapna Pabbi: Good content matters, medium doesn’t

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Actress Sapna Pabbi, who essays a pivotal role in web series 'Breathe', says the medium doesn't bother her as she only wants to be a part of a good story.

Sapna, who gained popularity with television series '24', has also worked in a web series titled 'The Trip' and a feature film KHAMOSHIYAN, before landing 'Breathe', which also features R. Madhavan and Amit Sadh.

Does she find the digital platform more interesting than feature films?

"Honestly, good content matters to me… The medium does not matter. Whether it is a TV show, a film or a web series, I am not bothered. I have grown up in England, so it does not make any sense to me to differentiate. The watching should be great, no matter where you are watching," Sapna told IANS.

The show is an intense thriller. Sapna says this didn't give the cast much time to have fun during the show as everyone was very focussed on their characters.

Giving an insight into her role, she said: "I am playing Ria Ganguly who is a very strong, independent-minded woman, a mother who lost her child and a wife who is taking care of her husband. Even after the tragedy, she is constantly trying to get on with life."

Coming from a non-film background, Sapna said she has learnt a lot on the job and her ability as an actress has grown over a period of time.

"When I came to work on '24', I knew almost nothing about acting, but I am constantly working on my skills and can see a growth. I am also adapting to the work culture here and it's all good," she said.

Directed by Mayank Sharma, 'Breathe' is an 8-episode thriller featuring. The show will be released on Friday on Amazon Prime Original.

Read why Kangana Ranaut got nostalgic about her first audition

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Recently, the two members of the film industry, Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut, who seem to be blazing guns at each other at every public appearance they make, met on the sets of a reality show India’s Next Superstars.

However the two have seemed to have made amends after the last time the actress stirred up a nation-wide debate on Nepotism on the director’s chat show, as they were seen enjoying each other’s company during the shoot of the show.

Kangana was invited as guest judge on this talent-based reality show that aims to give commoners a chance to get their big bang launch in Bollywood.

Looking at these contestants and their struggle to get into Bollywood, Kangana shared her experience of giving her first audition to encourage the contestants. She said, “I still remember my first audition. Others came in with make-up and heels but I went to Anurag sir and asked him what my role was because I wanted to audition in that character. After learning that I was going to play a drunk girl’s role in GANGSTER, I worked on myself and auditioned for it. She added, “Don’t change for anybody. Be yourself.”

Now that’s quite a good advice.

To find out more, watch India’s Next Superstars on STAR Plus!

Read why Kangana Ranaut got nostalgic about her first audition

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Recently, the two members of the film industry, Karan Johar and Kangana Ranaut, who seem to be blazing guns at each other at every public appearance they make, met on the sets of a reality show India’s Next Superstars.

However the two have seemed to have made amends after the last time the actress stirred up a nation-wide debate on Nepotism on the director’s chat show, as they were seen enjoying each other’s company during the shoot of the show.

Kangana was invited as guest judge on this talent-based reality show that aims to give commoners a chance to get their big bang launch in Bollywood.

Looking at these contestants and their struggle to get into Bollywood, Kangana shared her experience of giving her first audition to encourage the contestants. She said, “I still remember my first audition. Others came in with make-up and heels but I went to Anurag sir and asked him what my role was because I wanted to audition in that character. After learning that I was going to play a drunk girl’s role in GANGSTER, I worked on myself and auditioned for it. She added, “Don’t change for anybody. Be yourself.”

Now that’s quite a good advice.

To find out more, watch India’s Next Superstars on STAR Plus!

Meryl Streep joins ‘Big Little Lies’ season 2

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Hollywood veteran Meryl Streep has joined the cast of American drama series "Big Little Lies" Season 2.

Streep will play Mary Louise Wright, the mother of Perry Wright (Alexander Skarsgård). Concerned for the well-being of her grandchildren following her son Perry's death, Mary Louise arrives in Monterey searching for answers, reports variety.com.

The news comes on the heels of Streep receiving an Oscar nomination for her leading role in Steven Spielberg's THE POST.

Streep will reportedly make around $800,000 per episode.

Actresses Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon will again executive produce in addition to starring in it.

Witherspoon on Thursday said that she is thrilled with Streep on board.

"Beyond thrilled to have the one, the only, Meryl Streep joining the cast of 'Big Little Lies' for season 2. Get ready for more wine, secrets, and 'Big Little Lies'. Monterey better watch out," Witherspoon tweeted.

The show was based on the novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, with season two based partially on a new story by the author.

The first season was based on the novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, with Season 2 based partially on a new story by the author.

Meryl Streep joins ‘Big Little Lies’ season 2

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Hollywood veteran Meryl Streep has joined the cast of American drama series "Big Little Lies" Season 2.

Streep will play Mary Louise Wright, the mother of Perry Wright (Alexander Skarsgård). Concerned for the well-being of her grandchildren following her son Perry's death, Mary Louise arrives in Monterey searching for answers, reports variety.com.

The news comes on the heels of Streep receiving an Oscar nomination for her leading role in Steven Spielberg's THE POST.

Streep will reportedly make around $800,000 per episode.

Actresses Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon will again executive produce in addition to starring in it.

Witherspoon on Thursday said that she is thrilled with Streep on board.

"Beyond thrilled to have the one, the only, Meryl Streep joining the cast of 'Big Little Lies' for season 2. Get ready for more wine, secrets, and 'Big Little Lies'. Monterey better watch out," Witherspoon tweeted.

The show was based on the novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, with season two based partially on a new story by the author.

The first season was based on the novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, with Season 2 based partially on a new story by the author.

PADMAAVAT gets smooth clearance for Pakistan release

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic drama PADMAAVAT was on Wednesday cleared for release in Pakistan, said the censor board's top official.

PADMAAVAT has been declared fit for public exhibition in the cinema houses without any excision by Central Board of Film Censors (CBFC)," Mobashir Hasan told IANS via social media from Islamabad.

The movie has been given 'U' certification.

According to some distributors in Pakistan, there were apprehensions over the movie given the negative portrayal of Alauddin Khilji.

Asked about it, Hasan said: "CBFC isn't biased in arts, creativity and healthy entertainment."

He said that for the film's certification, the CBFC co-opted Professor Waqar Ali Shah, Chairman, Department of History, Quaid-e-Azam University as per rules.

"A co-opted member has no voting rights. They are for expert opinion," Hasan explained.

PADMAAVAT is set for a worldwide release on Thursday.

Satish Reddy, Chairman, Eveready Group of Companies, a key film distributor in Pakistan, told IANS that PADMAAVAT should have a very strong response in its first week.

In India, the film's makers have had a long struggle in getting it to theatres as some Rajput outfits have been up against its release over alleged historical innaccuracies.

Shri Rajput Karni Sena activists have been staging violent protests across some parts of the country to stop the film's release.

Originally titled PADMAVATI, the movie's makers were asked to make five modifications — including title change, addition of two disclaimers, and some alterations in a song — before it got a U/A certificate.

With Deepika Padukone as brave Rani Padmavati, Ranveer Singh as menacing Alauddin Khilji and Shahid Kapoor as the proud king Maharawal Ratan Singh, the movie — backed by Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Bhansali Productions — sets out to tell a tale of Rajput valour and sacrifice.

The film, replete with Bhansali's trademark grandeur, is based on the 16th century poet Malik Muhammad Jayasi's famed poem "Padmavat".

[By Radhika Bhirani]