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India Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Parineeta trailer: Vidya Balan-starrer restored in 8K ahead of re-release
The makers of the film 'Parineeta' surprised fans by re-releasing a new trailer for the film. This time, it has been restored in 8K to elevate its cinematic appeal. The new trailer came ahead of the film's re-release in theatres after 20 years since it first hit theatres.'Parineeta' marked actor Vidya Balan's debut in the Indian film industry. It also featured Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt in pivotal roles. Even after two decades, the trailer retains the original charm of the film with its music, powerful performances and strong narrative. advertisementIn a statement, Balan earlier spoke about the film's hit song, 'Piyu Bole'. She said, "I remember listening to 'Piyu Bole' for the first time; even then, I knew it was something special. There was a softness to it, a kind of innocence that I guess mirrored how I was feeling at the time - new, unsure, and quietly hopeful." The actor shared her thoughts on the trailer and said, "Watching the trailer now, that melody brought back the scenes with (Dada) Pradeep Da, screaming instructions from behind the monitor and how he'd act out moments and expect us to follow. His walk as a woman in my scenes always cracked me up... I'd be like, 'Dada, you don't need to teach me how to walk!' Haha... I guess I wasn't aware of the camera; I was just living those moments."The 46-year-old expressed that she couldn't have asked for a more beautiful debut. "That kind of purity... the magic of a first... Uff, Parineeta is full of that because it marked the first for many of us... and that's something I'll always hold close," she Dutt also spoke about his character and said, "Girish was my first Bengali character, and I was very happy to play it. I love the Bengali culture. Girish was a quiet guy, but a lot was going on underneath, and I really connected with that."The actor also recalled his experience of working with the director and producer of the film. "Pradeep Dada was solid; he was always there to guide me through every beat of the script. I love him and miss him. I was happy that Vinod offered me the film, as I have had a very successful association with him. He is family. Some scenes might look simple now, but they weren't easy at all. "He further talked about the trailer and said, "Watching the trailer today brought everything back twenty years later. 'Parineeta' was never just another film for me. It was made with a lot of heart and a lot of love, and that's why even two decades on, it has a special place in everyone's heart."advertisementThe restored version of 'Parineeta' will be screened in select PVR INOX cinemas across India for only a week starting August 29, 2025.'Parineeta' is based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1914 Bengali novel. It was directed by Pradeep Sarkar and backed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra.- Ends IN THIS STORY#Vidya Balan#Saif Ali Khan
Gulf Today
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Vidya Balan's film ‘Parineeta' to re-release in theatres after 20 years
Actress Vidya Balan is getting nostalgic as her Hindi debut film 'Parineeta' is set to re-release in cinemas in 8K restored print. Taking a leaf from the past, the actress said that she always used to crack up when the director of the film Pradeep Sarkar acted out scenes to her particularly the walk of her character. The film has been restored by Prasad Film Labs, bringing its rich visuals and evocative storytelling back to life for a new generation. A new trailer of the film has also been unveiled, celebrating the film's timeless appeal, beauty, soulful music, and the nostalgic elegance of an era. Talking about the new trailer, Vidya Balan said, 'I remember listening to 'Piyu Bole' for the first time; even then, I knew it was something special. There was a softness to it, a kind of innocence that I guess mirrored how I was feeling at the time, new, unsure, and quietly hopeful. Watching the trailer now, that melody brought back memories... the shooting of the scenes with (Dada) Pradeep Da screaming instructions from behind the monitor and how he'd act out moments and expect us to follow. His walk as a woman in my scenes always cracked me up, I'd be like, 'Dada, you don't need to teach me how to walk' (laughs)'. 'I guess, I wasn't aware of the camera, I was just living those moments. I truly couldn't have asked for a more beautiful debut. That kind of purity, the magic of a 1st Uff, 'Parineeta' is full of that because it marks the 1st for many of us, and that's something I'll always hold close', she added. Talking about the film, Sanjay Dutt said, 'Girish was my first Bengali character, and I was very happy to play it. I love Bengali culture. Girish was a quiet guy, but there's a lot going on underneath, and I really connected with that. Pradeep Dada was solid; he was always there to guide me through every beat of the script. I love him and miss him. I was happy that Vinod offered me the film, as I have had a very successful association with him'. 'He is family. Some scenes might look simple now, but they weren't easy at all. Watching the trailer today brought everything back twenty years later. Parineeta was never just another film for me. It was made with a lot of heart and a lot of love, and that's why even two decades on it has a special place in everyone's heart', he added. The restored version of 'Parineeta' will be re-released in select PVR INOX cinemas across India on Aug.29, 2025. The National Award-winning actress aspired to a career in film from a young age and had her first acting role in the sitcom Hum Paanch. She made her film debut by starring in the Bengali film Bhalo Theko and Bollywood debut with the drama Parineeta. Indo-Asian News Service
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
"I must be 'bavra'," says musician Swanand Kirkire in Bengaluru
Whether you've danced on tabletops to 'Aal Izz Well' as a college student, sought solace in 'Bavra Mann' on a lonely ride through a new city, or sighed dreamily at the flirtatious romance of 'Piyu Bole', one thing is certain that these songs penned and sung by Swanand Kirkire have touched our hearts and playlists. 'If it connects with you in a very honest space, it connects with everyone – that's been my experience,' says Kirkire, reflecting on what it takes to make hits that connect generations. The lyricist, who was in the city for a session at the Bengaluru Poetry Festival, adds, 'You cannot think of generations when you are writing songs. You are the people, and people are you. When you do something just to please others, you fail.' Born in Indore, Kirkire's first brush with writing did not come from poetry or lyrics but through plays. 'I'm not one of those artistes who started writing since childhood – it is an acquired thing for me. When you are doing plays and you want a song but you don't have anybody to write it for you – you just do it yourself,' he says. It was when Kirkire moved to Mumbai to work as an assistant director, still not considering a songwriting career, that his first big break, 'Bavra Mann', came about. A transcendental melody that captures the feeling of restless yearning and chasing dreams, the song from 'Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi' (2003) was deeply personal to Kirkire. He still cannot explain its longstanding resonance, saying, 'It's a mystery to me. I don't know how or why it came to me. It happened on a lonely night in Bombay – I was going in an auto rickshaw and laughing at myself, thinking 'what am I doing?' I've come with a dream to a big city with nothing in hand, I must be 'bavra' (crazy). But the rest of the song, I don't know how it happened. Poetry comes from your subconscious mind.'
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Blessed by the divine': Shreya Ghoshal sings ‘Piyu Bole' to pregnant woman's baby bump, heartwarming video goes viral
Shreya Ghoshal, one of the most celebrated Indian singers, is winning hearts with her humble gesture towards a pregnant fan. During her 'All Hearts Tour' in Amsterdam, Ghoshal was captured interacting with one of her fans backstage, and the video has gone viral. After her performance, Ghoshal was approached by a pregnant fan who expressed her deep love for her music. What followed was a moving gesture. The singer knelt, gently placed her hand on the woman's baby bump, and sang Piyu Bole from Parineeta as a lullaby for the unborn baby. Crooned by Shreya Ghoshal and Sonu Nigam, the song features Vidya Balan and Saif Ali Khan. As the video progresses, the emotional fan can be seen thanking Ghoshal for singing to her baby bump. Sharing the video, Instagram handle @varindertchawla wrote '#ShreyaGhoshal's soulful voice and heartfelt gesture—singing for a pregnant fan with her hand on the baby bump—has melted hearts all over the internet.' Watch the viral video here: A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) The video wooed several social media users who hailed Ghoshal for her heartfelt gesture and 'magical' voice. 'Shreya Ghosal so sweet gesture I'm sure the baby must be dancing inside happily,' a fan wrote. ' an experience for that unborn child,' another fan commented. 'Really beautiful. Very soothing song and Shreya madam you are awesome,' a third fan said. 'the baby was blessed by the divine voice,' a fourth fan wrote. Ghoshal, who made her Bollywood singing debut with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Devdas in 2002, has lent her voice to songs in several Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Gujarati, Marathi, Punjabi, Bhojpuri, and others. She began her 'All Hearts Tour' in 2023 and continues to captivate her fans worldwide. She has also performed at several prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall (London) and the SSE Arena.
India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Shreya Ghoshal melts hearts as she sings Piyu Bole for pregnant fan. Watch
During the Amsterdam leg of her tour, renowned Indian playback singer Shreya Ghoshal shared a heartwarming moment with a fan that has now gone viral. The incident took place backstage, where Ghoshal met an expectant mother who made a special a tender gesture, Ghoshal placed her hand on the mother's baby bump and sang 'Piyu Bole' for the unborn child. The beloved track, known for its emotional resonance, transformed into a lullaby, creating a touching moment between the singer, the mother, and her the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) The video of this intimate exchange has been widely shared on social media, with many calling it 'the sweetest and most beautiful video online today.' The gesture has struck a chord with fans, reinforcing Ghoshal's image as not just a celebrated artist but also a deeply empathetic media users flooded the post with love, with many dropping heart emojis and praising the singer's humility. Some described the interaction as 'pure magic,' while others called it a moment to the comments here: Moments like these highlight the unique bond artists share with their audience - personal, emotional, and unforgettable.- EndsMust Watch
