In a recent reveal that has set social media abuzz, actor Salman Khan has introduced moviegoers to Raveena Tandon’s pivotal role in the highly anticipated film “Patna Shukla.” The narrative of the film traces the extraordinary struggle of Tandon’s character as she confronts a convoluted scam enveloping a student’s roll number. Starring alongside her is Manav Vij, essaying the part of her spouse within this gripping storyline. The cast also includes the talented Chandan Roy Sanyal and the late beloved actor Satish Kaushik. Under the banner of Arbaaz Khan, “Patna Shukla” is poised to be a cinematic experience that taps into the heart of social issues.
Beyond the silver screen, the digital realm is set to witness a fresh collaboration between Gulshan Devaiah and Neha Dhupia in a new web series titled “Therapy Sherapy.” Focusing on the theme of mental well-being, Devaiah asserts the importance of nurturing a supportive familial environment. He contends that if homes could evolve into safe havens, it could spell the end for many of the world’s quandaries, paving the way for joy and contentment. “Therapy Sherapy” promises to offer a narrative deeply rooted in the dynamics of an average middle-income family, putting the spotlight on often overlooked facets of mental health.
The Bollywood lineage is further enriched with the entrée of Zanai Bhosale, granddaughter of the venerated songstress Asha Bhosle, into the film industry. Bhosale is set to portray Rani Sai Bhonsale, the consort of Shivaji Maharaj, in the historic epic “The Pride of Bharat—Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.” Directed by Sandeep Singh, the movie marks an auspicious beginning for Zanai Bhosale, whose heritage is intertwined with India’s royal lore as well as its musical legacy—with the late Lata Mangeshkar as her grandaunt. Singh expressed his profound privilege in introducing Bhosale on the big screen, not only for her noble lineage but also for her innate artistic talent.
Meanwhile, critically acclaimed filmmaker Karan Johar voiced a unique appeal amidst conversations surrounding the 2024 Academy Awards. Johar urged event organizers to consider staging one red carpet dedicated solely to paparazzi photos, unfettered by disordered branding banners. He emphasized the painstaking efforts involved in fashion and personal styling, advocating for a clean and uncluttered backdrop to honor such creative endeavors, and urged the industry to take this request seriously rather than dismiss it as superficial.
Shifting gears to the realm of romantic comedies, “Do Aur Do Pyaar,” featuring Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi, has announced a launch shift to April 19 from its initial March release. This strategic scheduling change now sets the film in competition with the Janhvi Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao starrer “Mr and Mrs Mahi” rather than with “Crew,” which stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tabu, and Kriti Sanon, set for a March 29 release. Shirsha Guha Thakurta sits in the director’s chair for this comedic offering sure to tug at the heartstrings.
In a commendable casting coup, Aamir Khan disclosed why he chose Karan Deol, Sunny Deol’s progeny, for the crucial role of Javed in the upcoming period drama “Lahore 1947.” Aamir Khan extolled Karan’s performance during screen testing, lauding his intrinsic purity and dedication to the craft. The younger Deol has reportedly undergone intensive workshops to prepare for a role that Aamir deems challenging. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film also stars veteran actors Sunny Deol and Preity Zinta in pivotal roles.
Lastly, the digital universe continues to work its magic as a social media creator’s inventive narrative interpretation of Aayush Sharma’s “Ruslaan” garnered the attention of the actor himself. Sharma, impressed by the originality of the video, shared it on his platform, praising it as exceptional and indicating a synergy with the film’s promotional countdown. In an intriguing move, Sharma also extended an invitation to the creator, Darshan Dabrase, to join forces for the project. “Ruslaan,” which also stars Vidya Malvade and Jagapathi Babu, is on cue to captivate audiences with its teaser, as the virtual world awaits its unveiling.
