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India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Vijay Varma Announces New Beginnings With Hansal Mehta, Stuns In White Kurta At Muhurat Pooja
New Delhi: Vijay Varma has officially announced another exciting project—and this time, it's with none other than acclaimed filmmaker Hansal Mehta. Taking to his Instagram stories, Vijay shared a picture of a bouquet and a heartfelt handwritten note from Mehta, simply captioned: 'New beginnings.' With just two words, he set the tone for what promises to be one of the most exciting actor-director collaborations in recent times. The note from Hansal Mehta welcomed the actor on board and hinted at a powerful creative journey ahead. While the details of the project are still under wraps, the announcement has already sent waves of excitement across the industry and fan circles. Vijay Varma, who has built a reputation for picking unconventional, layered roles, seems to have found the perfect match in Mehta, a filmmaker celebrated for extracting raw, impactful performances. This collaboration comes at a time when Vijay is at the peak of his game—riding high on critical acclaim from Dahaad, Jaane Jaan, and the Mirzapur series. With Hansal Mehta at the helm—known for landmark projects like Scam 1992, Aligarh, and Shahid—this pairing feels as organic as it is explosive. 'New beginnings,' indeed—this one feels like the start of something special. Adding to the excitement, Vijay recently made heads turn at the Muhurat Pooja of his upcoming project, donning an elegant white kurta. The actor's effortless style and charismatic presence sparked a wave of admiration on social media, with fans and industry insiders praising his refined traditional look that perfectly balanced simplicity and sophistication. Known for his intense performances and unique choice of roles, Vijay Varma continues to carve a niche for himself in the Indian film industry. The Muhurat Pooja and his choice of a pristine white kurta exemplified his grounded persona and commitment to tradition, even amidst a packed professional schedule. The look not only resonated with his fans but also reflected his thoughtful approach to both craft and public appearances. Looking ahead, Vijay's upcoming lineup includes two highly anticipated projects: Gustaakh Ishq and Matka King. Both films promise to showcase different facets of his acting prowess and are already creating a buzz among cinephiles. As he continues to build an impressive body of work, Vijay Varma's journey remains one to watch closely—for those who appreciate quality cinema and powerful storytelling.
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Months after breakup with Tamannaah Bhatia, Vijay Varma announces 'new beginnings' in life
Actor Vijay Varma is embracing a fresh chapter in his life. Months after his reported breakup with Tamannaah Bhatia, Varma took to social media to announce 'new beginnings'. On Monday, the Darlings actor took to his Instagram stories and shared a flower bouquet alongside a handwritten note from filmmaker Hansal Mehta. The note read, 'Dear Vijay, Welcome on board! Here's to a shoot filled with hard work, the pursuit of excellence, and some great memories. Lots of love, Hansal and Vikram.' Sharing the image, Vijay wrote, 'New beginnings.' Vijay Varma has revealed his involvement in a new and exciting project, this time collaborating with Hansal Mehta. The details of the project are still under wraps. Interestingly, this collaboration arrives at a pivotal moment in Vijay Varma's career, following his critically acclaimed performances in Dahaad, Jaane Jaan , and the Mirzapur series. Partnering with Hansal Mehta, known for groundbreaking projects like Scam 1992, Aligarh, and Shahid, this duo promises a powerful and compelling creative synergy. On the personal front, Vijay Varma was recently linked to reports suggesting that he and Tamannaah have ended their two-year relationship. Although neither has officially confirmed the breakup on social media, the two have reportedly parted ways. A source was quoted as saying, 'Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma parted ways weeks ago as a couple, but they plan to remain good friends. Both have been working hard in their respective schedules.' Vijay and Tamannaah first sparked dating rumors when they were spotted together at a New Year's Eve party in 2023. Their public appearances as a pair continued to increase, fueling further speculation, which they eventually confirmed during the promotional events for 'Lust Stories 2.'Since then, the couple has been frequently seen together at various events, movie premieres, date nights, and social gatherings. The two actors first met on the set of the Netflix anthology Lust Stories 2, where their bond reportedly deepened during the course of filming.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘New beginnings': Vijay Varma joins hands with Hansal Mehta for a new film, actor welcomed with note & hamper
Actor Vijay Varma has confirmed that he will be working on an upcoming film directed by Hansal Mehta. The announcement was made through Varma's Instagram story, where he posted a photo of a bouquet and a handwritten note from Mehta, accompanied by the caption 'New beginnings.' This confirms the actor-director collaboration that had been widely speculated after the two were recently photographed together. Warm welcome from the director In the Instagram story, Vijay shared the note sent by Hansal Mehta, which welcomed him to the project and expressed appreciation for his craft. Along with the note, Mehta sent a bouquet and a gift hamper. The gesture was seen as a personal and respectful acknowledgment of Varma's work. Though the film's title and details remain undisclosed, actor Anil Kapoor is reportedly part of the cast. Actor-director pairing generates buzz The collaboration has caught attention due to both Varma and Mehta's reputations for selecting meaningful and layered projects. Hansal Mehta has directed acclaimed titles like Scam 1992, Shahid, and Aligarh. Vijay Varma has also gained recognition for his recent work in Dahaad, Jaane Jaan, and Mirzapur. Fans have responded with excitement to the pairing. Vijay Varma wraps Matka King Separately, Vijay Varma has finished filming Matka King, a web series directed by Nagraj Manjule and produced by Roy Kapur Films. Set in the 1960s, the series explores the Matka gambling world of Mumbai. Kritika Kamra stars alongside Varma. The show is set to release on Prime Video later this year.
Mint
29-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Why Sony handing over India-England cricket digital rights to JioStar is a win-win deal
In a move that would've raised eyebrows not so long ago, media rivals Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) and JioStar have teamed up to share the broadcast rights to India's cricket tours in England in 2025 and 2026. While Sony retains the television rights, JioHotstar will exclusively stream all matches online, starting with the five-Test series from June 20. The deal reflects the stand of both companies today and where the business of cricket broadcasting is headed. SPNI secured the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) rights in 2023 for eight years during a phase when broadcasters were aggressively locking in international boards. DisneyStar had picked up the TV rights to the Indian Premier League, the International Cricket Council (ICC) rights and Cricket Australia, while Viacom18 signed on Cricket South Africa and the digital rights of the IPL. The bidding war came just before OTT monetisation challenges, rising rights fees, uncertain ad yields and market realities caught up with the broadcasters, forcing a rethink. Since then, Sony's digital focus has leaned toward strengthening SonyLiv's reputation as a home for premium original content. It hasn't chased live sports as aggressively as its rivals. Also Read | How IPL's soaring valuation fuels Indian cricket board's growing revenue SonyLiv's success with shows such as Scam 1992, Maharani and Rocket Boys has helped build a distinctive identity, but cricket streaming requires a different scale of technology, bandwidth, and investment. In that context, subletting the digital rights of the India-England series to JioStar makes business sense. JioStar is better placed to monetise the property in today's fragmented media environment. The platform has built a massive reach through IPL by combining Disney+ Hotstar's paid subscriber base with JioCinema, and has already established user habits around cricket streaming. For Sony, the deal helps de-risk a potentially overvalued property. While the financial terms haven't been disclosed, industry insiders said the ECB rights were picked up at a premium. By retaining TV and offloading digital, Sony safeguards its distribution revenue via cable and DTH and avoids pouring resources into digital marketing or tech for a one-off series. Post-IPL gap There's also a timing factor. The India-England Test series arrives right after IPL, without Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the Test squad, and advertisers are already showing signs of fatigue in the current market. Driving advertising sales around the tour would've been a tall order. JioStar, with its recent IPL momentum, is better positioned to carry that forward. From JioStar's perspective, the move fills the post-IPL gap. There's no India cricket on its calendar otherwise and the England tour offers continuity for viewers and advertisers alike. It also helps retain subscribers acquired during the IPL window. Also Read | India's sports economy inches closer to $2 billion as endorsements, emerging sports fuel growth This isn't the first time broadcasters have split TV and digital rights. Disney Star and ZEE had earlier tried a similar arrangement for ICC events. ZEE was to take TV while Disney retained digital. That deal fell through when the Sony-ZEE merger collapsed and ZEE couldn't make the payments. But the principle of playing to one's strengths is increasingly relevant in the sports rights business. The question now is whether this marks a broader strategic shift for Sony. Is this a one-off move to monetise a tricky asset or a signal that the network is retreating from digital sports altogether? Digital home For now, it appears tactical. But as streaming becomes central to how cricket is consumed, the gap between SonyLiv's entertainment positioning and the demands of live sports will only widen, unless the company makes a decisive move. Meanwhile, JioStar continues to entrench itself as the digital home for Indian cricket. Whether through direct rights or smart partnerships, it is building a platform where the fan journey doesn't pause between tournaments. Also Read | Gen Z wants more than just cricket from sports entertainment, looks for authentic athlete engagement At its core, this is a deal born out of business logic, not emotion. The viewer doesn't care who owns the rights, they care about access. The platform wants monetisation. The rights holder wants to avoid losses. And if that means former rivals shaking hands, so be it. In a rights market defined increasingly by scale, cost discipline, and collaboration, Sony and JioStar may have just shown everyone what grown-up cricket broadcasting looks like.
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Pratik Gandhi reflects on the box office lull for Bollywood: It's a cyclic thing, it will settle down
The Hindi film industry is struggling at the box office, with work becoming uncertain for even renowned names, let alone new ones. But actor Pratik Gandhi, whose recent release Phule also faced this challenge at the ticket counters, sees it as an imminent phase. 'Any industry will come to that flash point once where innovations will happen and things will change for good. It will settle down and again it will go up to that flash point. So, it's a cyclic thing which will keep happening,' Pratik Gandhi insists. The actor prefers to look at the positive side of it though, crediting the presence of different mediums and kinds of work. 'It is a good time to be any artiste as there are so many avenues right now. Even if you have a story for a short film, you have an audience for that because there is a platform to showcase it. Earlier it was a problem, as you didn't have a medium to show it. Now you have such opportunities. So, it is a great time to be an artiste, be it a writer, director or anybody,' he says. However, Pratik acknowledges that while getting work might not be that difficult, the main challenge lies in entering the mainstream cinema. 'It is very difficult to breakthrough in the mainstream industry. It's highly competitive as there are so many actors. Apart from that, it's very difficult for anyone coming from out of this industry and who doesn't know anybody. You don't know whom to approach. Whom will you meet and ask for work? You don't even know where to go an give audition,' he says. He insists that all an artiste requires is one break: 'One break is what you need, in any form be it ad, films, OTT or whatever. You just want to be seen once in a good project so that people take notice and at least they approach you for auditions. My whole intention was to go to the point where you get to audition, and then people can decide. It's a change that happened with me post Scam 1992,' he ends.
