Actor, Screenwriter, film score composer and lyricist in Malayalam cinema, Anand Madhusoodanan opens up to JYOTHI VENKATESH about his career and in this exclusive interview for Filmytown.com When I meet Anand Madhusoodanan for this exclusive interview at PVR Orion where the Malayalam film Vishesham was showcased during the recent 16th Bengaluru International Film Festival, actor says that he has written…
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“Fame is just a byproduct and hence you should not get swayed by fame,” so said BOMAN IRANI while speaking to JYOTHI VENKATESH In this exclusive interview at Pune where he delivered the Vijay Tendulkar Memorial Lecture about Acting and himself, Boman Irani reveals exclusively that he could succeed in making the transition to acting in spite of being afflicted…
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Credited for popularising ghazals to a worldwide audience, Ustad Mehdi Hassan is often referred to as the ‘Shahenshah-e-Ghazal’ (Emperor of Ghazal). “He was not only an extraordinary musician and singer known for his unique melodic patterns and maintaining integrity of the ragas in an innovative way,” says Dr Dipesh Kumar Vishnawat. “Khan Sahab possessed a unique ability to remain rooted in…
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Rohit Gupta is a highly accomplished writer, director, and producer based in Mumbai. With a diverse portfolio of films and projects, he has made a significant impact in the Indian film industry. Let’s take a closer look at his remarkable journey and notable achievements. Early Success with ‘Hope Against Darkness’ Rohit Gupta’s film career began with the documentary film ‘Hope…
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(This rare interview with DEV ANAND by JYOTHI VENKATESH was taken three decades ago) Instead of releasing PYAR KA TARANA when it was completed, why did you launch yet another film called GANGSTER? You see after seeing your final print, you are at times not completely and creatively satisfied. From writing to the final corrections to editing, cutting, mixing somewhere…
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Meet the model-turned-filmmaker Sammir I Patel, a commerce graduate who began his career in the filmy town as a model for HDFC ICICI, Panama and Vicks in the initial years then he turned to theatre. Sammir’s first theatre experience was in Jo Khaye So Pachtaye which led him to important roles in Baat Baat Bigde Haalat. This was his involvement…
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Among the brightest talent in Bollywood is Ankit Rathi who gained popularity from his Hindi feature film 3 Storeys though he has done cameos in Fukrey, Singham 2. In 3 Storeys he played the lover boy Suhail who resides in a 3 storey chawl in Mumbai. Ankit is now playing the lead role in Tarun Dhanrajgir’s upcoming romantic comedy Bolo…
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Achieving an enviable record of over 25 million views, singer Raveena Mehta believes that adapting to each situation and excelling is the true mark of an independent artist. 2020 has been a very tough year for us all, due to COVID-19 Pandemic. Despite multiple restrictions, thanks to YouTube, Spotify, JioSaavn, and similar platforms, it can still be called a year…
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Mukesh Chhabra, the casting director’s who is widely known for selection of the characters in remarkable films like Kai Po Che, Super 30, Delhi Crime, Dangal and among other noteworthy films is the finalising of earthy characters for Anurag Kashyap’s Gangs of Wasseypur. Without doubt, he is the most successful as well as sought after casting director among the Bollywood…
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She has produced films like Rustom, Padman and Toilet- Ek Prem Katha that have entertained the masses yet made them sit up and think about their subjects which were socially relevant. Prernaa Arora of KriArj Entertainment is back in Bollywood. Defending herself after being granted bail in a Fraud Case, she refutes all the false news and allegations in the…
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