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New Indian Express
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Producer Boney Kapoor's Bayview Projects kickstarts UP Film City project
Film producer Boney Kapoor, known for backing Hindi and Tamil films, has begun Phase 1 of Uttar Pradesh Film City through his Bayview Projects. He was elected the top bidder with an 18% revenue share. This phase will encompass 13 to 14 advanced film studios and a film institute will brought up at an expanse of over 230 acres. The project will be completed in the duration of eight years and in three phases. The plan also includes an institute, underwater filming studio, film festival zone with guest accommodations, etc. The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) said Boney Kapoor submitted a building layout to commence the developmental work at Noida's Sector 21. On the work front, Boney Kapoor previously made Ajay Devgn's Maidaan. He made his Tamil production debut with Ajith Kumar's Nerkonda Paarvai (2019), a remake of Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Pink. He went on to collaborate with the actor in Valimai (2022) and Thunivu (2023)
India.com
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
KALAM Biopic: Dhanush To Play Former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, Announces At Cannes 2025
Cannes: Actor Dhanush is all set to portray the Missile Man of India and the 11th President, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, in a biopic, announced at the Cannes Film Festival 2025. The biopic, which is officially in production, will be helmed by director Om Raut, who is known for "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior'. The screenplay is penned by Saiwyn Quadras, whose writing credits include acclaimed biopics Neerja, Maidaan and Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) The ace director talked about the biopic. "In an era starved of true statesmen, Kalam stood above politics and pettiness. He was a man who was known for the power of education, excellence and indigenous innovation," he said in a statement. "To bring his story to the screen is an artistic challenge and a moral and cultural responsibility. It's a story that's inspirational for global youth and especially the youth of the Global South. It's the most important experience of my life. His life is a lesson that is bound to connect with people no matter who they are and where they come from," Raut added. The film, "staying true to the values of Dr Kalam, will explore the man behind the missile programs and the presidency, the poet, the teacher, the dreamer whose every word carried both science and spirituality in equal measures. More than a political biography, the project is positioned as an insight into leadership and nation-building," as per the press release. Producer Abhishek Agarwal also expressed his excitement, saying, "We are excited to bring the epic life of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam to the big screen. This is an emotional moment for us." "Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam's life is a story that continues to inspire millions across is more than just a film it's a tribute to a man who showed us how dreams, dedication, and humility can shape a nation's future," added Bhushan Kumar. However, not much details have been shared by the makers of the biopic. The film is backed by Abhishek Agarwal and Bhushan Kumar, and produced by Abhishek Agarwal, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Anil Sunkara.
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First Post
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Dhanush all set to play India's missile man Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in his biopic, announcement made at Cannes 2025
The actor wrote on his social media- 'I feel truly blessed and deeply humbled to be portraying the life of such an inspirational and magnanimous leader — our very own Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam sir.' read more A biopic on Bharat Ratna Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, India's 11th President and one of its most revered national icons and Missile Man of India, is officially in production. The film will be directed by National award winning director Om Raut of Tanhaji : The Unsung Warrior fame. National award winning superstar and international actor Dhanush to headline the project, playing the role of the man India unanimously loves. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Produced by Abhishek Agarwal, under Abhishek Agarwal Arts, the force behind The Kashmir Files, and produced by Bhushan Kumar under his banner T-Series, the screenplay is penned by Saiwyn Quadras, whose writing credits include acclaimed biopics Neerja, Maidaan and Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran From Rameswaram to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Dr. Kalam's life was a blend of rocket science and irrepressible spirit. Often called the 'Missile Man of India', he rose from modest beginnings to become a celebrated aerospace scientist, visionary, and eventually the People's President. His legacy, encapsulated in his bestselling memoir Wings of Fire, continues to ignite minds across generations. In one of the most powerful casting moments in recent cinema, Dhanush steps into the shoes of Dr Kalam a role that promises to be one of the most transformative and defining performances of his career. Known for his remarkable range and emotional depth, Dhanush now takes on the monumental responsibility of portraying one of India's most beloved visionaries, in what is poised to be a landmark moment both for him as an actor and for Indian storytelling. Cannes Film Festival is a rare global stage for a story deeply rooted in Indian soil but universally resonant and that's what made the makers announce it at the do. When Om Raut and Dhanush met to discuss the film, they realized they would be making the biggest film of their lives together. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Quiet anticipation has already begun to ripple across Indian cinema and international circles. This is more than just a story about the past. It is a reminder of the future India can build when science meets service and knowledge meets kindness, the values Dr Kalam lived by. The film, staying true to the values of Dr Kalam, will explore the man behind the missile programs and the presidency the poet, the teacher, the dreamer whose every word carried both science and spirituality in equal measures. More than a political biography, the project is positioned as an insight into leadership and nation-building. 'In an era starved of true statesmen, Kalam stood above politics and pettiness. He was a man who was known for power of education, excellence and indigenous innovation,' said Raut, in a statement, adding, 'To bring his story to screen is an artistic challenge and a moral and cultural responsibility. It's a story that's inspirational for global youth and especially the youth of Global south. It's the most important experience of my life. His life is lesson that is bound to connect with people no matter who they are and where they come from.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Producer Abhishek Agarwal adds, 'We are excited to bring the epic life of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam to the big screen. This is an emotional moment for us. I am honoured to collaborate with Om Raut ji, Dhanush ji, and Bhushan ji of T-Series stalwarts of Indian cinema. We are privileged to tell this story, and each of us is giving our best to bring to life the journey of our true Bharat Ratna Kalam ji. This is one of Indian cinema's most prestigious projects and will be a grand spectacle on a global scale.' The creative team remains tight-lipped about further details, but with Raut's scale-driven storytelling, Agarwal's bold production choices, and Dhanush's transformational talent, expectations are sky-high and it will be instresting to see Raut and Dhanush, two national award winners collaborate together. As the world watches, Wings of Fire is ready to rewrite the grammar of Indian biopics for a global audience. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The film is backed by Abhishek Agarwal and Bhushan Kumar, and produced by Abhishek Agarwal, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Anil Sunkara, promising a movie that will make the world take notice.
Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Raid 2 box office collection day 9: Ajay Devgn's film crosses Rs 100 crore mark; surpasses lifetime collection of Kesari 2, Jaat
Raid 2 box office collection day 9: After giving four flops, Ajay Devgn has finally tasted some success with his latest venture Raid 2. The film, a sequel to his 2018 hit Raid, has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in India. According to early estimates by Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 5 crore on its ninth day, taking its total to Rs 100.75 crore. On its ninth day, Raid 2 witnessed an overall occupancy of 11.78%. The film, also starring Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor, and Amit Sial in the lead roles, had about 4500 shows across India on Friday. Raid 2 has surpassed the collective lifetime revenue of his recent releases Azaad, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Maidaan. Maidaan, released in 2024, earned Rs 53 crore in India. Meanwhile, his films Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha and Azaad were among his biggest box office debacles with collections of Rs 11.5 crore and Rs 6 crore, respectively. Raid 2 has outperformed Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2 and Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero. Kesari 2 on its 22nd day earned just Rs 60 lakh, taking the film's total to Rs 83.95 crore. Meanwhile, Emraan Hashmi's Ground Zero collected Rs 7.6 crore with the film earning just Rs 1 lakh on its 15th day. ALSO READ | Shah Rukh Khan's K necklace at the Met gala finds an admirer in Khloe Kardashian: 'He looked amazing' Ajay Devgn's last hit was his film Shaitaan with actors R Madhavan and Jyotika. The film went on to earn Rs 148 crore nett in India. His multi-starrer film, Singham Again too earned whopping Rs 247.85 crore, but due to its enormous budget and his A-lister star cast, the film wasn't seen as a blockbuster. With no new releases scheduled in the near future, it seems that Ajay Devgn's film will continue to hold its own in the upcoming week as well. This week, Rajkummar Rao's Bhool Chuk Maaf was scheduled for a theatrical release but the film will now get a direct OTT release next week.
Indian Express
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Raid 2 box office collection day 1: Ajay Devgn's sequel earns more in one day than Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha's lifetime, makes Rs 18 cr
Raid 2 box office collection day 1: Ajay Devgn-starrer Raid 2, which was released in cinemas on Thursday, has had a strong opening at the box office. The film earned Rs 18.25 crore nett on its first day, as per industry tracker Sacnilk. This has made Raid 2 the third-biggest opener of the year after the Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava, which made Rs 31 crore, and the Salman Khan-starrer Sikandar, which made Rs 26 crore. The overall occupancy on Thursday was observed at around 34 percent. In the Delhi -NCR region, Raid 2 had over 1100 shows with around 23 percent occupancy, and in the Mumbai region, with around 900 shows, the occupancy was around 52 percent. ALSO READ | As Ajay Devgn's Raid 2 releases, an ex IRS officer explains how a real 'raid' works This is Ajay's first release of 2025. In 2024, he was seen in Singham Again, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, Maidaan and Shaitaan. Of these four films, Shaitaan was seen as a clear hit as the film made around Rs 148 crore at the box office, after opening at around Rs 14.75 crore. Rohit Shetty's Singham Again, which also starred Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, Deepika Padukone and many other stars, was built up as the 'Avengers of Rohit Shetty's cop universe' and made with a humungous budget but its clash with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 proved disadvantageous for both films. Releasing on Diwali weekend, Singham Again made Rs 43.5 crore on opening day , and finished its run with a lifetime nett collection of Rs 248 crore. His other two releases of the year sank without a trace. Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, directed by Neeraj Pandey, started its box office journey with just Rs 1.85 crore and managed to make only Rs 11.5 crore during its entire run. Maidaan, directed by Amit Sharma, started its box office journey with just Rs 2.6 crore, and made Rs 53 crore. Last week's Ground Zero, starring Emraan Hashmi, has not managed to captivate the audience. Akshay Kumar's Kesari 2, which has been in the theatres for two weeks, earned Rs 1.8 crore on its 14th day. The film has made Rs 74.75 crore at the box office so far. Raid 2, directed by Raj Kumar Gupta, is a sequel of the 2018 film. The original film made around Rs 10 crore on its opening day and finished its run at around Rs 103 crore. It seems like Raid 2 could perform better than the original. Raid 2 does not have much competition at the screens currently.
