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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Housefull 5' director Tarun Mansukhani reveals they had to stop shooting due to safety concerns:
'Housefull 5' director Tarun Mansukhani faced challenges filming on a cruise ship, including a storm that halted shooting for safety. Managing 19 stars, he emphasized casting well-developed roles only. The energetic presence of Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff boosted morale. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film releases June 6. Since the release of its trailer on social media, Akshay Kumar 's 'Housefull 5' has created quite a buzz. Scheduled for a June 6 theatrical release, this comedy-drama promises an entertaining mix of humor and suspense. The story unfolds on a cruise ship, where a billionaire's contested inheritance sparks a whirlwind of chaos, comedy, and even murder. Interestingly, the filming experience matched the excitement of the plot. Director Tarun Mansukhani recently recounted a memorable incident during the cruise shoot when the ship's captain raised objections, adding an unexpected twist to the production. Challenges of Filming on a Cruise Ship Mansukhani spoke about the challenges of filming 'Housefull 5' on a cruise ship over 40 days. He emphasized the need to memorize the entire layout of the ship to avoid being in the wrong place during shooting. Additionally, maintaining balance while filming was difficult due to the ship's movement, and the constantly changing weather added to the complexity of the shoot. Storm Forces Halt in Filming Mansukhani described how stormy weather severely disrupted the filming of 'Housefull 5', during a chat with Mid-day. During the storm, people found it difficult to stand, and cameras were at risk of being blown away. Due to these safety concerns, the captain ordered the filming to be stopped on the second day of the storm. Managing a Star-Studded Ensemble 'Housefull 5' features an ensemble of 19 prominent actors, including Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, and Jackie Shroff, which presented a significant challenge for director Tarun Mansukhani. Unlike his previous projects like 'Dostana' and 'Drive' that had smaller casts, Mansukhani carefully structured the screenplay to give each actor ample opportunity to shine on screen. Casting Philosophy and Approach Returning to direction after six years, Mansukhani shared that his casting approach involves offering roles to big stars only if the characters are well-developed during the writing process. He believes there is little value in casting a star for just one or two scenes and made a conscious decision to approach only those actors whose characters are prominent in the story. Energetic Atmosphere on Set He added that the presence of Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff on the 'Housefull 5' set energized the entire crew, with their lively and unexpected antics catching everyone off guard. Star-Studded Cast 'Housefull 5', produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, boasts an impressive cast that includes Nana Patekar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Soundarya Sharma , Chunky Panday, Nikitin Dheer, Johnny Lever, Dino Morea , Shreyas Talpade, and Fardeen Khan. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did You Know Akshay Kumar-led Housefull 5 shoot on cruise faced objection from captain over THIS major issue? Director Tarun Mansukhani reveals
Akshay Kumar -led Housefull 5 has been grabbing headlines after the retailer of the film was released recently. The film has also received a censor certificate from CBFC after 11 seconds of trimming as per a report in Bollywood Hungama. Now, director Tarun Mansukhani opened up about the shoot on a cruise, facing an objection from the caption to stop filming because of the storm. In an interview with Mid-day, Housefull 5 director Tarun Mansukhani opened up on the challenges they faced during filming with 19 stars on a cruise for 40 days. He shared that the very first thing he did was to memorize its layout to avoid delays, and maintaining balance during shots added to the difficulty. The filmmaker also added that the constantly shifting weather conditions further complicated the process, with the team even facing a severe storm during last year's shoot. He said, 'I remember during the storm, people couldn't stand, and cameras were about to fly off. On the second day of the storm, the captain told me I had to stop filming due to safety concerns.' Tarun also opened up on taking a long hiatus after his last film Drive in 2019. He shared that it took more than a year to just finalize the script of Housefull 5. He also shared that as he is the new entry to the franchise, new ideas and stories came to him 'naturally'. The Housefull 5 director further shared that Sajid Nadiadwala has helped him being 'rooted' in this franchise. Calling it the first film to reach the fifth part, he added the major fan following the iconic franchise has. Tarun Mansukhani also opened up on giving every actor perfect screen time and shared that he only approached the 'big' stars after he liked the character while scripting. He admitted that getting star cast on board for a few scenes didn't seem correct and roped them for prominent roles. The filmmaker further talked about Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff's fun antics during the shoot, something he hadn't ever seen before. Calling them a 'riot', he added that he was surprised witnessing their energy on the sets. Meanwhile, Housefull 5 stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Nana Patekar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Jackie Shroff, Chitrangada Singh, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, Johnny Lever, Dino Morea, Shreyas Talpade and Fardeen Khan in pivotal roles. The much-awaited film will be released in theaters on June 6, 2025.
Bahrain This Week
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Bahrain This Week
Live FM 107.2 Hosts Unforgettable Experience for ILA Sneha Recreation Centre Children
Live FM 107.2 recently opened its doors and studios to the children of the Indian Ladies Association (ILA) Bahrain's Sneha Recreation Centre, providing an enriching and unforgettable experience that underscored the radio station's commitment to community engagement and inclusivity. This special visit, championed by ILA President Smitha Jensen, saw the children delve into the vibrant world of radio broadcasting. The team at Live FM 107.2, known for its dynamic programming, extended a particularly warm welcome to the young visitors. At the heart of this immersive experience were the station's popular RJs, Noor and Shibu, who hosted the children during their 'Live Drive' show. The RJs meticulously guided the children through the inner workings of a live radio station, enthusiastically explaining concepts of sound, music, and the fascinating art of communication. The palpable joy of the children as they engaged with the hosts and witnessed the energy of a live broadcast was a testament to the success of the initiative. The Indian Ladies Association expressed its deepest gratitude to Live FM 107.2 for their unwavering hospitality and profound commitment to inclusivity. The station's willingness to provide such a unique platform plays a vital role in empowering the children of Sneha Recreation Centre, offering them invaluable opportunities to interact with the wider community in significant and memorable ways. Smitha said 'A heartfelt thank you was specifically directed to the entire dedicated team at Live FM 107.2, for their pivotal role in creating such a special and lasting memory for the children. Their warmth, generosity, and active participation in this initiative have made a significant impact, marking this visit as a truly remarkable milestone in the ongoing journey of the Sneha Recreation Centre.' This collaboration between ILA and Live FM 107.2 exemplifies how community organizations and media outlets can work hand-in-hand to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.
Engadget
3 days ago
- Engadget
The Gmail app can automatically summarize those long email threads
Gmail will now automatically show you a summary card for lengthy email threads if you check a Google Workspace account on the iOS or the Android app. The company introduced AI summaries last year when it rolled out Gemini side panels for Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive and Gmail. However, you'd have had to manually tap the "Summarize this email" option at the top of emails before if you wanted to see a thread's contents at a glance. Now, the summary will show up at the top of the email the moment you open a thread. Google's AI assistant will write up key points from multiple messages and include them in the summary. It will keep re-generating that summary and keeping it up to date as more replies come in. At the moment, however, the feature will only work for emails written in English. Also, your personalization smart features in Gmail, Chat and Meet, as well as smart features in Google Workspace, have to be switched on. As The Verge notes, Google didn't say whether it will also make auto-summaries available on non-Workspace accounts and Gmail on desktop. But you can always tap the "Summarize this email" option at the top whenever auto-summary isn't available for you. In addition to summarizing emails, Gemini in Gmail can help you draft new emails and help you find information from within your inbox or from your Drive files. At I/O 2025, Google CEO Sundar Pichai introduced Personalized Smart Replies, an upcoming feature that can look at your past emails and files to draft a response containing relevant information in the tone you typically use when you write.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Hans India
Google Gemini Can Now Summarise Drive Videos with AI-Powered Insights
Google is bringing more convenience to Workspace and Google Drive users with its Gemini AI, now able to summarise video content. The feature, which previously focused on documents and PDFs, is expanding to videos saved in Google Drive, allowing users to gain quick insights without needing to watch complete recordings. Through a chatbot interface, Gemini can provide video summaries or answer specific questions based on the footage. For instance, it can list action items from a recorded meeting or highlight key announcements, making it easier for users to extract relevant information efficiently. This could be especially helpful for professionals managing long video recordings or product briefings. To use this functionality, captions must be enabled on the video files. The summaries are accessible via the overlay preview in Drive or in a new browser tab. Currently, this feature is available in English for Google Workspace and Google One AI Premium users, including those with Gemini Business or Enterprise add-ons. Google notes it may take a few weeks for the rollout to reach all users. Additionally, Google is enhancing video analytics within Drive. The Drive video player now includes engagement data, showing how often a video has been opened, visible under the Analytics section in the Details panel. This update gives users better insight into how their content is being viewed and shared.
