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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'OMG 2' director Amit Rai opens up on 'OMG 3'
'OMG 2' director Amit Rai opens up on 'OMG 3' 'OMG 2' director Amit Rai opened up about the next instalment to the Akshay Kumar starrer film and shared that it is "going to be bigger" than the previous one. While speaking to ANI, he talked about 'OMG 3', saying, "Uska next instalment to aayega jald hi lekin vo usse bada hoga jo aapne dekha hai..(Its next instalment will be coming, but it will be bigger than the one you saw). " Giving further details about it, and if Akshay Kumar is going to be part of it, he added, "Vo to honge (he will be a part) as he is the producer of the pe kaam chala raha will be released next year." 'OMG 2', helmed by Amit Rai, was based on sex education and starred Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi in the lead roles. The film was released in the theatres in August 2023 In the film, Akshay essayed the role of Lord Shiva's messenger. It is the sequel to Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar-starrer 'OMG: Oh my God', which was released in 2012. The ace director attended the closing ceremony of the Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF 2025) in Delhi on Sunday. On talking about its relevance, he shared, "It's very encouraging that we, at a time when everybody's commenting that with the advent of OTT and other platforms, cinema is going to die, and we are celebrating 666 cinema at one place. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo I want to congratulate the organisers and the people behind this encouraging event. So all my good wishes to the CIFF for the future and for future endeavours." Rai shared that he is working on a very unique project, 'Dharma', starring Pankaj Tripathi. "I have just finished a film called 'Dharma', which I have made with 300 dogs. It is a different kind of film. Let's wait and see how the public will accept it. There are two kids and dogs in the cast. There is Pankaj Tripathi, Pavan Malhotra, Geeta Agrawal, and Rajesh Kumar. There are very good actors." Talking about Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF 2025), the three-day event concluded with a grand closing ceremony in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. From felicitating legendary actor Manoj Kumar's son, Kunal Goswami, to launching Ricky Kej's latest album, Gandhi - Mantras of Compassion, the grand evening on Sunday at the NCUI Auditorium was a fitting finale to the three-day event, uniting filmmakers, actors, and musicians. Delhi CM felicitated three-time Grammy Award-winning composer Ricky Kej, acclaimed film director Bharatbala, whose film was screened during the festival titled 'Aham Bharatam: 'I Am India', and veteran actor Annu Kapoor. CIFF also recognised some best projects, including 'Life in Loom', directed by Edmond Ranson, which won Best Documentary. 'Humans in the Loop', directed by the brilliant Aranya Sahay, won Best Feature Film. While 'Guntata Hriday He' (Entangled), directed by Sainath S Uskaikar, was awarded for Best Short Film. The festival was held from August 8-10.
The Print
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Print
Policy in works to transform Delhi into film hub, announces CM Gupta at CIFF 2025
Gupta said her government is committed to transforming Delhi into a film hub, and a policy is being framed to establish the city as an international shooting destination. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 'Celebrating India Film Festival' (CIFF) here, she said the event has sent a message that Delhi is now moving towards becoming a new centre for film production and cultural expression, according to an official statement. New Delhi, Aug 10 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday announced plans to develop the film industry in the national capital and said that a new policy is in the works to transform the city into a global shooting destination. Applications for film and other shoots will be approved through a single-window system, she announced, adding that the government is planning to develop the film industry in the capital and provide related facilities. A budget of Rs 3 crore has been allocated to make Delhi a hotspot for film production, she further announced and said the government anticipates receiving a significant number of applications to shoot films in Delhi in the coming year. The aim is to process these applications via the single-window system to encourage filmmakers, inspire them to use Delhi's locations, and create stories connected to the city, the chief minister said. Gupta observed that, until now, Mumbai has been synonymous with the film and entertainment industry. Talent from Delhi that manages to make some headway in the field often moves to Mumbai in search of better opportunities, she noted. On one hand, Delhi is home to the prestigious National School of Drama (NSD), an institute where many actors have honed their craft before earning fame both nationally and internationally, and yet there has never been a serious initiative to develop the film industry in Delhi itself, she said. 'Why should people learn acting in Delhi, only to be forced to seek work in Mumbai?' she asked. Her government plans to develop the film industry in the capital while also providing all necessary facilities, so that those involved in film, cinema, and television can access everything from shooting to post-production right here, the statement said. The chief minister also informed that an International Film Festival will be organised in the national capital with the participation of the Delhi government, for which Rs 30 crore has been earmarked. This festival will promote the city's culture and diversity, and it will showcase films and documentaries from both India and abroad on a wide variety of themes. Hosting an International Film Festival in Delhi will also boost tourism, for which preparations are already underway, she added. Gupta said films are far more than entertainment — they are a medium to inspire and guide society. 'When cinema reflects patriotism, culture, and sensitivity, it creates history,' she reiterated. Praising the festival, she said that many good films were screened at the three-day event. 'Kranti, which stars veteran actor Manoj Kumar, was also screened here. I do not know how many times I have seen this film, it is so iconic and every time I see it, I feel it has something new to offer,' she said. The chief minister said she is often asked what she misses the most. 'I miss the time when I could just go and watch a movie. I recently went to watch a movie — that too the last show– with my family,' she said. 'The audience there, instead of watching the film, started clicking pictures with me. I told them to watch the movie and let me also watch it, she added. PTI SLB OZ OZ This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
New policy to make Delhi a film hub, says CM Rekha Gupta
Chief minister Rekha Gupta announced on Sunday that the Delhi government will soon bring a new state film policy aimed at turning the capital into a major shooting destination with provisions for film festivals, and awards, attracting people from all over the world. Delhi CM Rekha Gupta at the India film festival event in New Delhi on Sunday. (Hindustan Times) Speaking at the Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF) 2025 at NCUI Auditorium & Convention Centre in south Delhi on Sunday, she said, 'We are inviting people from all industries to promote tourism across all sectors, including film tourism. We will ensure Delhi hosts film shootings, festivals, and awards, attracting people from all over the world.' She assured to streamline permissions to shoot films in Delhi through a single window system. 'Our government is also planning to provide facilities to the film is a step towards making Delhi now a centre of film production and cultural consciousness,' CM Gupta added. She also highlighted the government's plan to make Delhi a film hub and said,'We have given shape to film policy to promote Delhi as an internationally renowned shooting destination. We have set a budget of three crore rupees to make Delhi a hotspot for film production. We hope that in the coming year we will get applications for shooting many films,' she added. She said the policy aims to elevate Delhi's image beyond politics and history. Despite having some of the most prestigious drama and theatre institutes, no serious efforts have been made to develop the film industry in the capital, she added. Further, the CM said that an International Film Festival will be organised in the capital with the participation of the Delhi Government, for which a provision of ₹30 crore has been made. 'It provides a platform where filmmakers, distributors and people associated with films can connect with each other and create new opportunities,' she added.
Mint
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'Ye unka badappan hai vo mere paas aaye': Annu Kapoor on meeting former Army chief Gen Bikram Singh
New Delhi [India] August 11 (ANI): Veteran actor Annu Kapoor attended the closing ceremony of Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF 2025) in Delhi on Sunday. In a conversation with ANI, he discussed the relevance of the festival and Shah Rukh Khan's first National Award win for 'Jawan'. He also recounted meeting former Army chief Gen Bikram Singh. He said, "I met him at the Mumbai airport lounge. Ye unka badappan hai vo mere paas aaye aur mujhe pehchanne ki koshish ki (It is his greatness that he came to me and tried to recognise me.) And when he told me that he is General Bikram Singh mai to unke pairon mein jhuk gaya mere dada bhi colonel the. mai unki bahut respect karta know whoever is a patriot, his name, his memory, his faith is in my heart desh ke jawaan hamari fauj ke jo jawaan hai morally hamari fauj naitikata ke jis star par pahuchi hai hamesha se vo puri duniya ke liye ek shubh sandesh hai. Our soldiers have killed so many terrorists. We will count this. Hamare logon ne 12 saal ke bachon tak ne kurbani di hai." Kapoor also posted the picture with General Bikram Singh on his Instagram handle. On talking about the relevance of the festival for the youth, he added, "There are a lot of benefits. Films are a prime medium of entertainment for Indian people. And the people who organise such film festivals invite such films, which the people do not get to see in cinemas. Jinhone sarthak filmein banayi hai, but due to low budget, they have not been shown properly. Such platforms, such film festivals, give such films a chance. So, our youth connects with them." He continued, "It is a very good thing. Now, I think, there will be a time when, at least in Delhi itself, there will be a festival of South Delhi, and a festival of Northwest Delhi, and it will be a very good thing because we know that. Cricket and cinema, hamare desh ke manoranjan ke mukhya saadhan hai. So it is very important to pay more attention to them." On talking about SRK being named as Best Actor at the 71st National Film Awards for his performance in 'Jawan', marking the superstar's first-ever National Film Award win, he shared, "It is a very, very good thing. I congratulate him. I wish him well. And when a capable person is given recognition at the national level for his work, it is a very inspiring message ki jo saksham log hai agar vo sarthak kaam karenge to samaaj ko nayi dihsa de sakte hai. I have a lot of blessings, a lot of love for him. It is a very good thing." The curtains came down on the three-day Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF) with a spectacular closing ceremony, in the presence of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Delhi CM felicitated three-time Grammy Award-winning composer Ricky Kej, acclaimed film director Bharatbala, whose film was screened during the festival titled 'Aham Bharatam: 'I Am India', and veteran actor Annu Kapoor. The festival was held from August 8 to August 10. (ANI)
NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Lights, Camera, Policy: Delhi To Get New Filming Plan To Attract Global Eye
New Delhi: Delhi is eyeing a place on the global film map, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announcing that her government will roll out a new policy to position the national capital as an international shooting destination. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Celebrating India Film Festival (CIFF) at Siri Fort, Ms Gupta said the policy will introduce a single-window clearance system for approving film and other shoot applications. The government also plans to build world-class industry infrastructure to make Delhi a full-fledged film hub. "We are deeply committed to transforming Delhi into a film hub," she said. Rs 30 Crore For International Film Festival Alongside the policy, the CM announced that the government will co-organise an International Film Festival in the capital with a budget allocation of Rs 30 crore. The event aims to bring together filmmakers, distributors and creative professionals from across the globe, while also showcasing Delhi's culture and diversity. Ms Gupta described the festival as a milestone in Delhi's cultural journey. "Imagining such a magnificent event in the heart of Delhi - and then turning it into reality - is no easy task. This festival has sent out a message that Delhi is now moving towards becoming a new centre for film production and cultural expression," she said. From Stage To Screen - Keeping Talent In Delhi The CM pointed out that despite housing the National School of Drama (NSD), Delhi has never had a serious initiative to develop its own film industry. "Until now, Mumbai has been synonymous with the film and entertainment industry. Talent from Delhi that manages to make headway often moves to Mumbai for better opportunities. Why should people learn acting in Delhi, only to be forced to seek work in Mumbai?" she asked. Ms Gupta said her government aims to ensure that everyone involved in cinema, television and OTT production has access to everything from shooting to post-production within the city. This, she said, would mean local artists no longer have to migrate for work. Boosting Tourism And Creative Economy The government has earmarked Rs 3 crore specifically to turn Delhi into a hotspot for film production. Officials expect a sharp rise in shooting applications in the coming year, with the single-window system set to streamline approvals. "This is not just about films," Ms Gupta added. "With this new film policy, Delhi will no longer be known solely for politics or history, but also for its culture, creativity and cinematic locations." The International Film Festival will screen films and documentaries from India and abroad on varied themes, offering a platform for emerging talent and fostering global collaborations. City officials believe the initiative will also give a major push to tourism and hospitality in Delhi. Preparations for the festival are already underway, with industry watchers calling it a potential game-changer for Delhi's cultural and economic profile.
