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Tokyo-based global advertising giant Hakuhodo Inc. is further expanding its India footprint.
A year after acquiring a majority stake in leading Indian brand and entertainment agency group, Ma&th (Marching Ants & Trigger Happy) Entertainment Network Private Limited, Hakuhodo is launching Trigger Happy Studios. The new entity will produce, market and distribute feature films, digital content and international co-productions across various platforms and markets. It aims to collaborate with creative partners across languages and regions in India and also leverage Hakuhodo’s global distribution network and entertainment agencies across the world.
Kosuke Kataoka, managing director of Hakuhodo India and director of Trigger Happy Studios, said: “This marks a significant milestone for us at Hakuhodo as we combine our strengths to deliver enriching content to audiences in India and beyond. Indian cinema is in its best phase right now and we are truly looking forward to exploring new frontiers in content creation...
A year after acquiring a majority stake in leading Indian brand and entertainment agency group, Ma&th (Marching Ants & Trigger Happy) Entertainment Network Private Limited, Hakuhodo is launching Trigger Happy Studios. The new entity will produce, market and distribute feature films, digital content and international co-productions across various platforms and markets. It aims to collaborate with creative partners across languages and regions in India and also leverage Hakuhodo’s global distribution network and entertainment agencies across the world.
Kosuke Kataoka, managing director of Hakuhodo India and director of Trigger Happy Studios, said: “This marks a significant milestone for us at Hakuhodo as we combine our strengths to deliver enriching content to audiences in India and beyond. Indian cinema is in its best phase right now and we are truly looking forward to exploring new frontiers in content creation...
- 2/23/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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Continuing their successful streak at film festivals, Jio Studios’ films ‘Mrs.’ and ‘Sumo Didi’ are set to enthrall audiences once again at a global stage. Embracing powerful female narratives, both films portray tales of determination and resilience in the face of adversity and have been selected for screenings at the prestigious 35th Palm Springs International Film Festival being held in California.
The screening of upcoming Hindi film Sumo Didi will be held on 7th January. Inspired by the story of India’s first Sumo wrestler Hetal Dave, it stars Shriyam Bhagnani in the lead along with Chaitnya Sharma (Slow Cheeta) and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Sharing his excitement, director Jayant Rohatgi says, “Sumo Didi is a story of grit and rising from the depths of despair and I am thrilled that after Tokyo, people in North America will get to watch it at the prestigious Palm Springs International Film Festival.
The screening of upcoming Hindi film Sumo Didi will be held on 7th January. Inspired by the story of India’s first Sumo wrestler Hetal Dave, it stars Shriyam Bhagnani in the lead along with Chaitnya Sharma (Slow Cheeta) and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Sharing his excitement, director Jayant Rohatgi says, “Sumo Didi is a story of grit and rising from the depths of despair and I am thrilled that after Tokyo, people in North America will get to watch it at the prestigious Palm Springs International Film Festival.
- 1/4/2024
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
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‘Sumo Didi’, the film which is an ode to India’s first Sumo wrestler Hetal Dave, is set to be screened at the upcoming edition of Tokyo International Film Festival. The film, which stars Shriyam Bhagnani, is a story of empowerment and resilience. It has also been selected in the competition category under the Asian Future section.
The world premiere of the film will be held at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 27.
It also stars Chaitnya Sharma, known by his stage name ‘Slow Cheeta’ and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Talking about the film, the director said: “At the heart of it, ‘Sumo Didi’ is an inherent human story about resilience in the depths of despair and I hope it resonates with audiences across the world. What better way to celebrate this journey than being able to showcase our film in Japan – the birthplace of Sumo Wrestling.
The world premiere of the film will be held at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 27.
It also stars Chaitnya Sharma, known by his stage name ‘Slow Cheeta’ and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Talking about the film, the director said: “At the heart of it, ‘Sumo Didi’ is an inherent human story about resilience in the depths of despair and I hope it resonates with audiences across the world. What better way to celebrate this journey than being able to showcase our film in Japan – the birthplace of Sumo Wrestling.
- 10/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
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‘Sumo Didi’, the film which is an ode to India’s first Sumo wrestler Hetal Dave, is set to be screened at the upcoming edition of Tokyo International Film Festival. The film, which stars Shriyam Bhagnani, is a story of empowerment and resilience. It has also been selected in the competition category under the Asian Future section.
The world premiere of the film will be held at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 27.
It also stars Chaitnya Sharma, known by his stage name ‘Slow Cheeta’ and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Talking about the film, the director said: “At the heart of it, ‘Sumo Didi’ is an inherent human story about resilience in the depths of despair and I hope it resonates with audiences across the world. What better way to celebrate this journey than being able to showcase our film in Japan – the birthplace of Sumo Wrestling.
The world premiere of the film will be held at the 36th Tokyo International Film Festival on October 27.
It also stars Chaitnya Sharma, known by his stage name ‘Slow Cheeta’ and is directed by debutant Jayant Rohatgi.
Talking about the film, the director said: “At the heart of it, ‘Sumo Didi’ is an inherent human story about resilience in the depths of despair and I hope it resonates with audiences across the world. What better way to celebrate this journey than being able to showcase our film in Japan – the birthplace of Sumo Wrestling.
- 10/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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Tokyo-based global advertising giant Hakuhodo Inc. has acquired a majority stake in leading Indian brand and entertainment agency group, Ma&th (Marching Ants & Trigger Happy) Entertainment Network Private Limited.
Headquartered in Mumbai, the Cannes Lions-winning Ma&th group primarily services clients involved in content creation including film producers, studios, streaming platforms, broadcast companies and international brands.
Theatrically released films that the outfit has worked on include S.S. Rajamouli’s “Baahubali: The Beginning,” Rajkumar Hirani’s “3 idiots” and “Pk,” both starring Aamir Khan, and “Sanju,” starring Ranbir Kapoor, “Uri: The Surgical Strike,” produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Danny Boyle’s “Slumdog Millionaire,” Farah Khan’s “Om Shanti Om,” starring Shah Rukh Khan and Zoya Akhtar’s “Zindagi Naa Milegi Dobara,” starring Hrithik Roshan and Farhan Akhtar.
The company has also created campaigns for Netflix’s “Delhi Crime” and “Ak vs Ak,” Amazon Prime Video’s “The Family Man” and “Mirzapur” and...
Headquartered in Mumbai, the Cannes Lions-winning Ma&th group primarily services clients involved in content creation including film producers, studios, streaming platforms, broadcast companies and international brands.
Theatrically released films that the outfit has worked on include S.S. Rajamouli’s “Baahubali: The Beginning,” Rajkumar Hirani’s “3 idiots” and “Pk,” both starring Aamir Khan, and “Sanju,” starring Ranbir Kapoor, “Uri: The Surgical Strike,” produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Danny Boyle’s “Slumdog Millionaire,” Farah Khan’s “Om Shanti Om,” starring Shah Rukh Khan and Zoya Akhtar’s “Zindagi Naa Milegi Dobara,” starring Hrithik Roshan and Farhan Akhtar.
The company has also created campaigns for Netflix’s “Delhi Crime” and “Ak vs Ak,” Amazon Prime Video’s “The Family Man” and “Mirzapur” and...
- 1/12/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
The makers of the Vivek-Mallika starrer must be cursing their fate for having named the film Klpd (which stood for Kismet Love Paisa Dilli), whereas the 'actual' abbreviation is quite known to one and all. Even though the film did not live upto the expectations, it really lived upto the well-known abbreviation of 'Klpd'. If the B.O. fiasco wasn't enough, the film's presenter Raju Shah has alleged that producers Amit Chandrra and Kishan Chaudhary have failed to pay him the dues that included a principal amount and an additional interest of 12 per cent. On October 11, Yt Entertainment (who presented Klpd) filed a police complaint against Chandrra and Chaudhary alleging that the producers owed their company a minimum of Rs. 2.6 crore. Speaking about this, Raju Shah (of Yt Entertainment) said that they had no alternative but to take the legal route. He added that he was the Negative Right holder...
- 10/15/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
When it comes to grooving Mallika Sherawat for sure steals the show and the same can be said about her upcoming song 'Appy Budday' in Amit Chandrra's Kismet Love Paisa Dilli (Klpd). An industry insider reveals that this song definitely would be the birthday anthem and that 'Jalebi Bai' definitely has got herself another chartbuster. But the song would also see Vivek Oberoi give competition to Mallika as on one hand you have the Haryanvi girl singing some lines in Haryanv...
- 9/6/2012
- GlamSham
The talented theatre actor Anshuman Jha, who made a mark with Love Sex Aur Dhokha (LSD), would be next seen in Amit Chandrra's Kismet Love Paisa Dilli (Klpd) alongside Vivek Oberoi and Mallika Sherawat. Even though Anshuman's character has been kept under wraps by the makers, sources close to the production house reveal that he is the angry young boy of the film and essays an integral part in the film. The makers do not wish to expose his character as it is the surprise element of the film. The makers are also happy that despite having a meaty role in the film, Anshuman hasn't thrown a fit on not being part of the promotional campaign till now. He has full faith in the producer as he knows there are big plans in store for him. Says producer Amit Chandrra, "Every character in the film is important; without any of them,...
- 8/28/2012
- by Bollywood Hungama News Network
- BollywoodHungama
Looks like the fight between the producers for Vivek's film is far than over. With Amit Chandrra's Kismet Love Paisa Dilli (Klpd) and Kumar Taurani's Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story (Jbkls) releasing on the same date i.e. 5th October, the makers seem to have taken the fight to another level. Producer Amit Chandrra (of Klpd) and Kumar Taurani of (Jbkls) have roped in singers Mika and Atif Aslam to croon for their respective films. What's interesting is that both Mika...
- 8/17/2012
- GlamSham
Looks like the Saathiya boy who hasn't had a release since a while would be giving his fans a double bonanza on 5th October. Vivek seems to be in a soup as the producers of his upcoming films Kismet Love Paisa Dilli (Klpd) and Jayantabhai Ki Luv Story have locked the same date for their release. If sources are to be believed Vivek's producers Kumar Taurani and Amit Chandrra are set for a major showdown of sorts in the coming days. Amit (Klpd producer) wants Taurani to start his...
- 8/6/2012
- GlamSham
The very Bold Mallika Sherawat is scared of one thing and that are ghosts. And when this reached the ears of her Kismet Love Paisa Dilli co-star Vivek Oberoi, the actor decided to play a prank on her.Vivek and Mallika who have been shooting for Amit Chandrra’s Kismet Love Paisa Dilli had quite a good outing during their shoot at Kamlistan Studios. It was during the night shift when Vivek started executing his plans.A source from the set revealed, “‘Vo started discussing Read More...
- 6/27/2012
- Bollywood Trade
The very Bold Mallika Sherawat is scared of one thing and that are ghosts. And when this reached the ears of her Kismet Love Paisa Dilli co-star Vivek Oberoi, the actor decided to play a prank on her.Vivek and Mallika who have been shooting for Amit Chandrra's Kismet Love Paisa Dilli had quite a good outing during their shoot at Kamlistan Studios. It was during the night shift when Vivek started executing his plans.A source from the set revealed, "'Vo started discussing...
- 6/27/2012
- GlamSham
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