It’s been five years since Tvf launched ‘Kota Factory,’ a show that stole hearts and marked a new era for the channel. With fresh yet relatable content, Tvf broke barriers, delivering a narrative unlike any other.
Since then, Tvf has treated viewers to a plethora of hits like ‘Panchayat,’ ‘Gullak,’ ‘Aspirants,’ and more. These shows not only showcase Tvf’s excellence but also stand out in the Indian content landscape.
5 Years Of ‘Kota Factory’… It’s 5 years of #Tvf’s most-loved show #KotaFactory… A show with which #Tvf shifted gears and came up with a show with whole new yet relatable content picturized, developed and executed very differently.
Ever since then, they have come up with… pic.twitter.com/9JWuAKJVEh
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 16, 2024
‘Kota Factory’ struck a chord by depicting the struggles of students in Kota, a hub for Iit aspirants. Its realistic portrayal and stellar performances resonated with audiences,...
Since then, Tvf has treated viewers to a plethora of hits like ‘Panchayat,’ ‘Gullak,’ ‘Aspirants,’ and more. These shows not only showcase Tvf’s excellence but also stand out in the Indian content landscape.
5 Years Of ‘Kota Factory’… It’s 5 years of #Tvf’s most-loved show #KotaFactory… A show with which #Tvf shifted gears and came up with a show with whole new yet relatable content picturized, developed and executed very differently.
Ever since then, they have come up with… pic.twitter.com/9JWuAKJVEh
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 16, 2024
‘Kota Factory’ struck a chord by depicting the struggles of students in Kota, a hub for Iit aspirants. Its realistic portrayal and stellar performances resonated with audiences,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Panchayat Season 3: Plot, Release Date & Cast – Here’s All You Need To Know! (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Back to the heartland of Phulera for Panchayat Season 3. The fans have been eagerly waiting for season 3 since the end of season 2. Set in Phulera, Panchayat is the story of Abhishek and the eccentric characters around him. Amazon Prime Video announced that season 3 of the show is currently under production. The Tvf (The Viral Fever) breakout series stars Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, and Raghubir Yadav in lead roles. With a new season on the way, the buzz about the show is very high; here’s everything we know about Panchayat Season 3!
Panchayat Season 3 Release Date
The show first premiered back in 2020 and quickly became a hit, with anticipation about season 2, which will be released in 2022. With a cliffhanger ending, fans had been waiting for a season 3 for a long time.
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Back to the heartland of Phulera for Panchayat Season 3. The fans have been eagerly waiting for season 3 since the end of season 2. Set in Phulera, Panchayat is the story of Abhishek and the eccentric characters around him. Amazon Prime Video announced that season 3 of the show is currently under production. The Tvf (The Viral Fever) breakout series stars Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, and Raghubir Yadav in lead roles. With a new season on the way, the buzz about the show is very high; here’s everything we know about Panchayat Season 3!
Panchayat Season 3 Release Date
The show first premiered back in 2020 and quickly became a hit, with anticipation about season 2, which will be released in 2022. With a cliffhanger ending, fans had been waiting for a season 3 for a long time.
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- 4/4/2024
- by Aayushi Hemnani
- KoiMoi
The film industry has lost its exclusivity. Now, what we have is a mammoth entertainment industry. And the film trade is just a part of this industry. The way the equations are changing, filmmaking, distributing and exhibition may end up becoming the smaller part of the entertainment industry.
That is not to say that film production will suffer. Far from it, production activity will only mushroom. What producers will be making will be called ‘Content’. Because, whenever they plan a project, Ott platforms will remain important for them. And the content will come in various forms: episodic serialisation or web series, feature-length films, shorts, and so on.
So, many aspiring filmmakers who could not even dream of making a feature film, now do the same but call it ‘content’.
Can you imagine that once upon a time, cinema owners in towns considered any other means of entertainment around them to...
That is not to say that film production will suffer. Far from it, production activity will only mushroom. What producers will be making will be called ‘Content’. Because, whenever they plan a project, Ott platforms will remain important for them. And the content will come in various forms: episodic serialisation or web series, feature-length films, shorts, and so on.
So, many aspiring filmmakers who could not even dream of making a feature film, now do the same but call it ‘content’.
Can you imagine that once upon a time, cinema owners in towns considered any other means of entertainment around them to...
- 3/24/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Prime Video has unveiled a 69-title 2024 slate of new and returning series and original and licensed films. The slate was revealed at a star-studded event in Mumbai on Tuesday hosted by Indian media personality Karan Johar.
Amazon executives present at the event included Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, Kelly Day, VP Prime Video International, James Farrell, VP, international originals, Gaurav Gandhi, VP, Apac and Mena, Sushant Sreeram, country director, India, Aparna Purohit, head of originals, India and Southeast Asia, Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, India, and Nikhil Madhok, head of Hindi-language, India.
Jonathan Nolan and Ella Purnell were on hand to provide a preview of upcoming series “Fallout.” The stars of all the Indian originals were also present.
“As we look at the next 250 million subscribers that we’re going to acquire, they are definitely going to come from outside of the United States. And...
Amazon executives present at the event included Mike Hopkins, head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, Kelly Day, VP Prime Video International, James Farrell, VP, international originals, Gaurav Gandhi, VP, Apac and Mena, Sushant Sreeram, country director, India, Aparna Purohit, head of originals, India and Southeast Asia, Manish Menghani, director, content licensing, India, and Nikhil Madhok, head of Hindi-language, India.
Jonathan Nolan and Ella Purnell were on hand to provide a preview of upcoming series “Fallout.” The stars of all the Indian originals were also present.
“As we look at the next 250 million subscribers that we’re going to acquire, they are definitely going to come from outside of the United States. And...
- 3/19/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Tvf, known for its groundbreaking web series, is gearing up for a monumental year in 2024 with the highly-anticipated releases of Panchayat Season 3, Gullak Season 4, and Kota Factory Season 3. These shows have garnered immense anticipation among viewers, highlighting Tvf’s prominence as a leading content creator in India.
”Panchayat”, a comedy-drama set in rural India, has captivated audiences with its relatable characters and witty storytelling. ”Gullak”, a heartwarming portrayal of a middle-class family’s everyday life, has struck a chord with viewers for its authenticity and emotional depth. Meanwhile, ”Kota Factory”, a coming-of-age series set in the coaching hub of Kota, has earned widespread acclaim for its realistic portrayal of student life.
Tvf Ready To Conquer… With #Panchayat Season 3, #Gullak Season 4 and #KotaFactory Season 3, #Tvf is all set for a big splash in 2024 with these keenly-awaited shows… Proving yet again that #Tvf is one of the most significant content creators in #India right now.
”Panchayat”, a comedy-drama set in rural India, has captivated audiences with its relatable characters and witty storytelling. ”Gullak”, a heartwarming portrayal of a middle-class family’s everyday life, has struck a chord with viewers for its authenticity and emotional depth. Meanwhile, ”Kota Factory”, a coming-of-age series set in the coaching hub of Kota, has earned widespread acclaim for its realistic portrayal of student life.
Tvf Ready To Conquer… With #Panchayat Season 3, #Gullak Season 4 and #KotaFactory Season 3, #Tvf is all set for a big splash in 2024 with these keenly-awaited shows… Proving yet again that #Tvf is one of the most significant content creators in #India right now.
- 3/6/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Ankita Lokhande Recalls Sushant Singh Rajput’s Viral Death Pictures!(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Ankita Lokhande may have moved on from Sushant Singh Rajput, but she the memories are rooted deep in her heart. In her Bigg Bos 17 journey, we have often seen her talk about her late Pavitra Rishta co-star. And now, she’s recalling the moment when pictures of his mortal remains surfaced on the internet after his death. Scroll below for all the details!
Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14, 2020. He allegedly hanged himself to death at his Bandra apartment. His roommates found him hanging from the ceiling fan after they knocked on his door multiple times but received no response.
Ankita was furious about Sushant’s viral pictures after death
As police conducted the investigation in the presence of his sister, pictures of Sushant Singh Rajput with bruises on his neck went viral on the internet.
Ankita Lokhande may have moved on from Sushant Singh Rajput, but she the memories are rooted deep in her heart. In her Bigg Bos 17 journey, we have often seen her talk about her late Pavitra Rishta co-star. And now, she’s recalling the moment when pictures of his mortal remains surfaced on the internet after his death. Scroll below for all the details!
Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14, 2020. He allegedly hanged himself to death at his Bandra apartment. His roommates found him hanging from the ceiling fan after they knocked on his door multiple times but received no response.
Ankita was furious about Sushant’s viral pictures after death
As police conducted the investigation in the presence of his sister, pictures of Sushant Singh Rajput with bruises on his neck went viral on the internet.
- 1/2/2024
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
What To Watch In January 2024: From Hrithik Roshan’s Fighter In Theatres To Kangana Ranaut’s Tejas & Rohit Shetty’s Indian Police Force On Ott ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
2024 promises a bunch of new releases in theaters and on the web. In addition, a lot of old releases that you might have missed in the theaters are ready to release on Ott. Right from Kangana Ranaut to Siddharth Malhotra, actors are ready to get dropped on your digital screens.
In January 2024, a lot of new releases have been lined up for Ott. These include fresh releases as well as theatrical releases. Even Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal is ready to drop on Ott in the last week of January. However, the platform is still unknown.
Last year’s The Kerala Story is awaiting an Ott release since the film isn’t getting any Ott buyers, according to the rumors. So,...
2024 promises a bunch of new releases in theaters and on the web. In addition, a lot of old releases that you might have missed in the theaters are ready to release on Ott. Right from Kangana Ranaut to Siddharth Malhotra, actors are ready to get dropped on your digital screens.
In January 2024, a lot of new releases have been lined up for Ott. These include fresh releases as well as theatrical releases. Even Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal is ready to drop on Ott in the last week of January. However, the platform is still unknown.
Last year’s The Kerala Story is awaiting an Ott release since the film isn’t getting any Ott buyers, according to the rumors. So,...
- 1/1/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Most Awaited Web Series Of 2024: From Jitendra Kumar’s Panchayat Season 3 To Bobby Deol’s Aashram Season 4 – Every Detail ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The year 2024 has kicked in, and we are here with the list of the most anticipated web series this year. In the past few years, many stars right, including Sushmita Sen and Bobby Deol, made a lightening presence in the Ott world with their characters Arya Sareen in Aarya and Baba Nirala in Aashram.
On the other hand, the past few years have seen breakthrough Ott stars like Jitendra Kumar, Aditi Pohankar, Prajakta Koli, and others. Their respective web series has been one of the most watched in the past few years.
So, in 2024, many of the popular web series are coming back with fresh seasons and have kept the audiences on their toes. Some of these web series are already shooting for their next part, while...
The year 2024 has kicked in, and we are here with the list of the most anticipated web series this year. In the past few years, many stars right, including Sushmita Sen and Bobby Deol, made a lightening presence in the Ott world with their characters Arya Sareen in Aarya and Baba Nirala in Aashram.
On the other hand, the past few years have seen breakthrough Ott stars like Jitendra Kumar, Aditi Pohankar, Prajakta Koli, and others. Their respective web series has been one of the most watched in the past few years.
So, in 2024, many of the popular web series are coming back with fresh seasons and have kept the audiences on their toes. Some of these web series are already shooting for their next part, while...
- 1/1/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
From ‘Aarya’ to ‘Delhi Crime’: 6 highly awaited third seasons on Ott in 2024
The year 2023 turned out to be truly exciting for the entertainment industry and fans of cinema and content. While the first half of the year witnessed massive blockbusters and a surge in theatre footfalls, the latter half continued the trend with bigger mass entertainers. However, despite such an influx of fresh content, several sequels to earlier hit web shows are gearing up to dominate the Ott platforms in 2024. As we eagerly look forward to the coming year, here’s a list of six highly awaited third-season Ott offerings that promise a thrilling and entertaining 2024.
Take a look
‘Aarya’ Season 3
Co-created by Ram Madhvani and Sandeep Modi, the acclaimed series ‘Aarya’ has fans eagerly anticipating its highly awaited third season. Starring Sushmita Sen in the titular role, the show revolves around her character navigating the mafia world to protect her family.
The year 2023 turned out to be truly exciting for the entertainment industry and fans of cinema and content. While the first half of the year witnessed massive blockbusters and a surge in theatre footfalls, the latter half continued the trend with bigger mass entertainers. However, despite such an influx of fresh content, several sequels to earlier hit web shows are gearing up to dominate the Ott platforms in 2024. As we eagerly look forward to the coming year, here’s a list of six highly awaited third-season Ott offerings that promise a thrilling and entertaining 2024.
Take a look
‘Aarya’ Season 3
Co-created by Ram Madhvani and Sandeep Modi, the acclaimed series ‘Aarya’ has fans eagerly anticipating its highly awaited third season. Starring Sushmita Sen in the titular role, the show revolves around her character navigating the mafia world to protect her family.
- 12/29/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar has seamlessly transitioned from boy-next-door to the formidable character of Gannu in ‘Dry Day’, and shared how he tweaked the accent and language to add layers to his role, making it an unforgettable experience.
Jitendra is known for his work in ‘Panchayat’, ‘Kota Factory’, and ‘Jaadugar’. The recently unveiled trailer of the film ‘Dry Day’ provides a tantalizing glimpse into the transformation of Jitendra into Gannu, a small-town tough guy who embarks on a journey that challenges the very fabric of societal expectations.
From the innocent charm of Jeetu Bhaiya, audiences will witness a riveting portrayal of a character who confronts his own insecurities and grapples with the demons of alcoholism.
Talking about the same, Jitendra said: “Gannu isn’t just a character to me, I have grown up in the environment where I have seen people like Gannu. Whenever I go back, my siblings and friends...
Jitendra is known for his work in ‘Panchayat’, ‘Kota Factory’, and ‘Jaadugar’. The recently unveiled trailer of the film ‘Dry Day’ provides a tantalizing glimpse into the transformation of Jitendra into Gannu, a small-town tough guy who embarks on a journey that challenges the very fabric of societal expectations.
From the innocent charm of Jeetu Bhaiya, audiences will witness a riveting portrayal of a character who confronts his own insecurities and grapples with the demons of alcoholism.
Talking about the same, Jitendra said: “Gannu isn’t just a character to me, I have grown up in the environment where I have seen people like Gannu. Whenever I go back, my siblings and friends...
- 12/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is known for ‘Tvf Pitchers’, ‘Kota Factory’ and ‘Panchayat’, will be seen essaying the role of a small-time goon in the upcoming comedy-drama film ‘Dry Day’. The film also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and Annu Kapoor.
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Jitendra Kumar, who is known for ‘Tvf Pitchers’, ‘Kota Factory’ and ‘Panchayat’, will be seen essaying the role of a small-time goon in the upcoming comedy-drama film ‘Dry Day’. The film also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar and Annu Kapoor.
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
This captivating comedy-drama unfolds in the heartland of the country where the protagonist, Gannu, portrayed by Jitendra Kumar, embarks on a journey against the system. Amidst the emotional pursuit to earn the trust and love of his dear ones, Gannu not only confronts the external challenges but also struggles with his own insecurities and issue of alcoholism.
Talking about the film, producer Nikkhil Advani said in a statement: “‘Dry Day’ is a social satire presented with a hilarious tragic-comedy of errors with lots of drama and emotions. It gives an important and relevant message about alcoholism and I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to craft this film.
“Following...
- 12/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Fans of the beloved Indian comedy-drama series Panchayat rejoice! After months of anticipation, the first look for the highly-awaited third season has finally arrived. While an official release date hasn’t been announced yet, the first glimpse offers a thrilling taste of what’s to come, suggesting that the new season could be arriving sooner than later.
Panchayat has garnered immense praise for its heartwarming portrayal of rural life in India, capturing the essence of small-town dynamics with humor and sensitivity. The first two seasons, which premiered in 2020 and 2022 respectively, resonated deeply with audiences, leaving them eagerly waiting for the next chapter.
The recently released first look offers a sneak peek into the lives of the familiar characters we’ve grown to love. We see Abhishek Tripathi (played by Jitendra Kumar), the young engineer stuck in a job he doesn’t enjoy, navigating the challenges and complexities of rural life.
Panchayat has garnered immense praise for its heartwarming portrayal of rural life in India, capturing the essence of small-town dynamics with humor and sensitivity. The first two seasons, which premiered in 2020 and 2022 respectively, resonated deeply with audiences, leaving them eagerly waiting for the next chapter.
The recently released first look offers a sneak peek into the lives of the familiar characters we’ve grown to love. We see Abhishek Tripathi (played by Jitendra Kumar), the young engineer stuck in a job he doesn’t enjoy, navigating the challenges and complexities of rural life.
- 12/9/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Koffee With Karan Season 8 Highlights: Rani Mukerji & Kajol Grace The Couch & Spilled Quite A Few’ Kups Of Koffee’ (Picture Credit: Hotstar)
Karan Johar’s controversial chat show Koffee With Karan season 8 is back with another episode, and the chatpata cousin duo – Rani Mukerji and Kajol, graced the couch while spilling and breaking too many ‘Koffee Kups.’ As we discuss the highlights of the latest episode, scroll ahead to read about it!
From talking about the roles Kajol and Rani turned down to engaging with Karan in a fun banter about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the 90s’ divas brought back too many memories together. Kajol and Rani even expressed their views about the distance that was created between them.
Karan Johar just had the time of life as the cousin duo of the industry, Rani Mukerji and Kajol, didn’t let him or us have a dull moment with their infectious laughs,...
Karan Johar’s controversial chat show Koffee With Karan season 8 is back with another episode, and the chatpata cousin duo – Rani Mukerji and Kajol, graced the couch while spilling and breaking too many ‘Koffee Kups.’ As we discuss the highlights of the latest episode, scroll ahead to read about it!
From talking about the roles Kajol and Rani turned down to engaging with Karan in a fun banter about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, the 90s’ divas brought back too many memories together. Kajol and Rani even expressed their views about the distance that was created between them.
Karan Johar just had the time of life as the cousin duo of the industry, Rani Mukerji and Kajol, didn’t let him or us have a dull moment with their infectious laughs,...
- 11/30/2023
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- KoiMoi
The 54th edition of India’s Goa Film Festival concluded Tuesday evening with a tribute to Michael Douglas, who picked up the fest’s Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Cinema.
Previous winners of the award — which organizers say celebrates individuals whose unparalleled contributions have enriched the cinematic landscape — include Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, Dilip Kumar, Carlos Saura, Krzysztof Zanussi, and Wong Kar-wai.
“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this award. It’s a career life achievement. When I heard about the award, my family and I were elated,” Douglas said. The veteran Basic Instinct actor was joined by his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and son Dylan Douglas.
Later, during his acceptance speech, Douglas touched on world affairs, highlighting the role he believes cinema can play in bringing people together. Douglas also gave a shoutout to what he described as some of his favorite Indian films, including Rrr,...
Previous winners of the award — which organizers say celebrates individuals whose unparalleled contributions have enriched the cinematic landscape — include Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, Dilip Kumar, Carlos Saura, Krzysztof Zanussi, and Wong Kar-wai.
“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this award. It’s a career life achievement. When I heard about the award, my family and I were elated,” Douglas said. The veteran Basic Instinct actor was joined by his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and son Dylan Douglas.
Later, during his acceptance speech, Douglas touched on world affairs, highlighting the role he believes cinema can play in bringing people together. Douglas also gave a shoutout to what he described as some of his favorite Indian films, including Rrr,...
- 11/29/2023
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
The 54th International Film Festival of India (Iffi), Goa, concluded on Tuesday with Hollywood veteran Michael Douglas accepting the Satyajit Ray lifetime achievement award for excellence in cinema.
Previous winners of the award include Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, Dilip Kumar, Carlos Saura, Krzysztof Zanussi and Wong Kar-wai.
“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this award, a career life achievement. When I heard about the award, my family and I were elated,” said Douglas, who was accompanied by wife Catherine Zeta Jones and their son Dylan Douglas. The two-time Oscar winning actor said that his favorite Indian films are “Rrr,” “Om Shanti Om” and “The Lunchbox.” The award was conferred during the festival’s closing ceremony by Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana and Pramod Sawant, chief minister of Goa.
At the festival’s international competition, the jury, presided over by veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, awarded best film to Abbas Amini’s Rotterdam-winning Iranian film “Endless Borders.
Previous winners of the award include Martin Scorsese, Bernardo Bertolucci, Dilip Kumar, Carlos Saura, Krzysztof Zanussi and Wong Kar-wai.
“It’s a tremendous honor to receive this award, a career life achievement. When I heard about the award, my family and I were elated,” said Douglas, who was accompanied by wife Catherine Zeta Jones and their son Dylan Douglas. The two-time Oscar winning actor said that his favorite Indian films are “Rrr,” “Om Shanti Om” and “The Lunchbox.” The award was conferred during the festival’s closing ceremony by Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana and Pramod Sawant, chief minister of Goa.
At the festival’s international competition, the jury, presided over by veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, awarded best film to Abbas Amini’s Rotterdam-winning Iranian film “Endless Borders.
- 11/29/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Iffi 2023: Endless Borders Wins Best Film, Panchayat Season 2 Awarded Best Web Series Honor! ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
The 54th edition of the acclaimed International Film Festival of India (Iffi) honored groundbreaking performances from the world of cinema and Ott during the closing ceremony on Tuesday (November 28). Abbas Amini’s Endless Borders bagged the Best Film honor, while Rishabh Shetty, who has swept the majority of awards this year for Kantara, took home the Special Jury Award for his film, which has now become a cultural phenomenon. Panchayat Season 2 was at the forefront of scripting history by winning the first-ever Best Web Series (Ott) Award. Hollywood legend Michael Douglas, meanwhile, received the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award.
Endless Borders Wins Best Film
The Persian film Endless Borders, directed by Abbas Amini, took home the award for Best Film at Iffi 2023. The film, follows an exiled Iranian teacher, Ahmad, living in...
The 54th edition of the acclaimed International Film Festival of India (Iffi) honored groundbreaking performances from the world of cinema and Ott during the closing ceremony on Tuesday (November 28). Abbas Amini’s Endless Borders bagged the Best Film honor, while Rishabh Shetty, who has swept the majority of awards this year for Kantara, took home the Special Jury Award for his film, which has now become a cultural phenomenon. Panchayat Season 2 was at the forefront of scripting history by winning the first-ever Best Web Series (Ott) Award. Hollywood legend Michael Douglas, meanwhile, received the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award.
Endless Borders Wins Best Film
The Persian film Endless Borders, directed by Abbas Amini, took home the award for Best Film at Iffi 2023. The film, follows an exiled Iranian teacher, Ahmad, living in...
- 11/28/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
Mumbai, June 5 (Ians) One of India’s second generation of streaming shows ‘Sacred Games’ and ‘Mirzapur’ have emerged as the table toppers on the list of IMDb top 50 all-time most popular Indian web series.
Interestingly, both the shows belong to the genre of crime thrillers, a space that the Ott platforms aim to leverage and rightly so given the audience response to titles that have a good mix of crime and thrill. Crime genre occupies 30 out of 50 slots on the list.
Vikramaditya Motwane, showrunner and co-director of ‘Sacred Games’, said: “I’m absolutely honoured and delighted by the fact that ‘Sacred Games’ has been ranked at No. 1 by IMDb users. A huge thanks to all the amazing people who’ve loved the show and, as always, an even bigger thanks and congratulations to the incredible cast and crew.”
Pankaj Tripathi has played prominent roles in three out of the top...
Interestingly, both the shows belong to the genre of crime thrillers, a space that the Ott platforms aim to leverage and rightly so given the audience response to titles that have a good mix of crime and thrill. Crime genre occupies 30 out of 50 slots on the list.
Vikramaditya Motwane, showrunner and co-director of ‘Sacred Games’, said: “I’m absolutely honoured and delighted by the fact that ‘Sacred Games’ has been ranked at No. 1 by IMDb users. A huge thanks to all the amazing people who’ve loved the show and, as always, an even bigger thanks and congratulations to the incredible cast and crew.”
Pankaj Tripathi has played prominent roles in three out of the top...
- 6/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
If there is a law in place, one is bound to follow it and behave accordingly. In the United Kingdom, all movie and Ott content is subject to censors and, all major platforms that operate there, have been getting their content duly rated from the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC). The only Ott platform that had avoided committing itself to this system was Amazon Prime. It has now signed up for the British Content Rating Guidelines and offers age-wise ratings for content.
As many as 29 Video On Demand and Ott streaming platforms operate in the UK and all of them provide age ratings for their content. The censorship of films in India is a British legacy, of course. The intentions were different when it was launched. The British Raj wanted to curb anything that smacked of being against it. The Indian State has continued to subject films to censorship...
As many as 29 Video On Demand and Ott streaming platforms operate in the UK and all of them provide age ratings for their content. The censorship of films in India is a British legacy, of course. The intentions were different when it was launched. The British Raj wanted to curb anything that smacked of being against it. The Indian State has continued to subject films to censorship...
- 3/12/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Actor Chandan Roy, who rose to fame with his role in the web series ‘Panchayat’, will be seen playing an It expert, Chandan Jha in the upcoming web show ‘Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke’ which is dedicated to the life of a lady Ips officer.
He got candid about how he prepared for his role and the challenges of making the technical terms understandable for the audience.
He said: “After reading the screenplay, it helped me develop the character and understand what my role in the film is and how it should be. I didn’t do anything particularly special, however, I did attend the workshop and had heard the narration, so I knew what my role was and what zone it had originated from.”
Later, he added that the challenging part while playing an It expert is to simplify the technical terms as they are at certain times complicated and not easily understandable by everyone.
He got candid about how he prepared for his role and the challenges of making the technical terms understandable for the audience.
He said: “After reading the screenplay, it helped me develop the character and understand what my role in the film is and how it should be. I didn’t do anything particularly special, however, I did attend the workshop and had heard the narration, so I knew what my role was and what zone it had originated from.”
Later, he added that the challenging part while playing an It expert is to simplify the technical terms as they are at certain times complicated and not easily understandable by everyone.
- 1/24/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
‘Panchayat’ actor Chandan Roy Sanyal, who will be seen portraying an It expert in the web series ‘Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke’, shared how he prepared for his role, challenges of playing an It expert, and also recalled the most difficult scene to shoot.
He said: “After reading the screenplay, it helped me develop the character and understand what my role in the film is and how it should be. I didn’t do anything particularly special, however, I did attend the workshop and had heard the narration, so I knew what my role was and what zone it had originated from.”
While recalling the most difficult scene to shoot from the series, the actor said: “The most challenging scene for me as an actor was when I had to run, grab my bag, say the dialogues, and go to the terrace at the same time. I thought that this shot was...
He said: “After reading the screenplay, it helped me develop the character and understand what my role in the film is and how it should be. I didn’t do anything particularly special, however, I did attend the workshop and had heard the narration, so I knew what my role was and what zone it had originated from.”
While recalling the most difficult scene to shoot from the series, the actor said: “The most challenging scene for me as an actor was when I had to run, grab my bag, say the dialogues, and go to the terrace at the same time. I thought that this shot was...
- 1/24/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Disney+ Hotstar is leading the pack in Hindi-speaking India.
The streamer had seven out of the top 15 most watched Hindi web series in 2022, according to a report from Mumbai-based Ormax Media, with Luther remake Rudra: The Edge Of Darkness, produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India, taking the top spot with viewership of 35.2 million.
Other Disney+ Hotstar shows in the top 15 included the third season of Applause Entertainment and BBC Studios’ Criminal Justice remake, Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach; The Great Indian Murder, an adaptation of Vikas Swarup’s bestselling novel Six Suspects, produced by Adf & Rle Media; and Dahan: Raakan Ka Rahasya, a supernatural horror series produced by Banijay Asia (see viewership figures below).
Amazon Prime Video and Mx Player both had four series each in Ormax Media’s ranking of the top 15 most watched Hindi shows. Mx Player had the second most watched show with the third season of Aashram,...
The streamer had seven out of the top 15 most watched Hindi web series in 2022, according to a report from Mumbai-based Ormax Media, with Luther remake Rudra: The Edge Of Darkness, produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India, taking the top spot with viewership of 35.2 million.
Other Disney+ Hotstar shows in the top 15 included the third season of Applause Entertainment and BBC Studios’ Criminal Justice remake, Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach; The Great Indian Murder, an adaptation of Vikas Swarup’s bestselling novel Six Suspects, produced by Adf & Rle Media; and Dahan: Raakan Ka Rahasya, a supernatural horror series produced by Banijay Asia (see viewership figures below).
Amazon Prime Video and Mx Player both had four series each in Ormax Media’s ranking of the top 15 most watched Hindi shows. Mx Player had the second most watched show with the third season of Aashram,...
- 1/13/2023
- by Liz Shackleton
- Deadline Film + TV
‘Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon’ fame Barun Sobti and ‘Panchayat’ actor Chandan Roy got candid about their roles and the concept of the web series ‘Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke’. While Barun will be seen playing a civil servant, Chandan is portraying an It expert.
Barun shared that the series is all about bringing out the stories of courage, bravery, and dedication of Ips officers.
“I was very excited when I heard the idea behind ‘Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke’ which boasts of stories of bravery and gallantry of our heroes. Civil servants lead a very complicated life right from tackling work pressure to strenuous operations, personal life challenges, and so on. It is definitely not a cakewalk.”
The 38-year-old actor made his film debut with ‘Main Aur Mr. Riight’ in 2014 and later also acted in ‘Tu Hai Mera Sunday’, ’22 Yards’, ‘Halahal’, among others. He added that his lot of friends are civil...
Barun shared that the series is all about bringing out the stories of courage, bravery, and dedication of Ips officers.
“I was very excited when I heard the idea behind ‘Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke’ which boasts of stories of bravery and gallantry of our heroes. Civil servants lead a very complicated life right from tackling work pressure to strenuous operations, personal life challenges, and so on. It is definitely not a cakewalk.”
The 38-year-old actor made his film debut with ‘Main Aur Mr. Riight’ in 2014 and later also acted in ‘Tu Hai Mera Sunday’, ’22 Yards’, ‘Halahal’, among others. He added that his lot of friends are civil...
- 1/6/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
South Indian films seem to be ruling the roost as nine out of ten most popular Indian movies on the IMDb list, are from southern states starting with S.S. Rajamouli’s magnum opus ‘Rrr’ which landed the top spot followed by ‘The Kashmir Files’ – the only Hindi language film in the list.
Speaking on ‘Rrr’ being the IMDb Most Popular Indian Film of 2022, filmmaker Rajamouli said, “Rrr is a tale of friendship which everyone can relate to, told in a style that’s inspired by ancient Indian storytelling and is a film I hold very close to my heart.”
He added: “I am grateful to IMDb for the honour and would like to thank viewers worldwide for their love and appreciation. This celebration belongs to the entire cast and crew who worked relentlessly to create the magic viewers witnessed on screen.”
The third spot on the list was grabbed by...
Speaking on ‘Rrr’ being the IMDb Most Popular Indian Film of 2022, filmmaker Rajamouli said, “Rrr is a tale of friendship which everyone can relate to, told in a style that’s inspired by ancient Indian storytelling and is a film I hold very close to my heart.”
He added: “I am grateful to IMDb for the honour and would like to thank viewers worldwide for their love and appreciation. This celebration belongs to the entire cast and crew who worked relentlessly to create the magic viewers witnessed on screen.”
The third spot on the list was grabbed by...
- 12/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
‘Panchayat’ actor Jitendra Kumar’s upcoming sports drama ‘Jaadugar’ is all set to release on July 15 on Netflix. Set in a football-loving town Neemuch, ‘Jaadugar’ is a story of a small-time magician, Meenu, with no athletic skill who must prove his worth in a prestigious inter-colony football tournament, in order to marry the love of […]...
- 6/7/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Phulera, a small village with a big heart, made a special place in the lives of the audience as they enjoyed the first season of Prime Video series ‘Panchayat’. ‘Panchayat’ is a simple slice-of-life story which portrayed the on-ground reality of rural India. With less than a week for ‘Panchayat’ Season 2 to release, director […]...
- 5/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Neena Gupta, who is awaiting the release of her upcoming comedy drama webseries ‘Panchayat’, has shared that she is in talks with producers for adapting her autobiography ‘Sach Kahun Toh’ into a feature film. However, she revealed that it is in the initial stages as she only had her first meeting with the producers recently. […]...
- 5/17/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
The comedy drama webseries ‘Panchayat’, which stars a powerful line-up of Jitendra Kumar, Raghuvir Yadav and Neena Gupta in the lead, is returning with its new season on May 20. The popular comedy drama, directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, follows the story of Abhishek, an engineering graduate who joins as secretary of a panchayat office […]...
- 5/2/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
‘Panchayat’ actor Aasif Khan is all set to play a very different character which is more layered than before in ‘Noorani Chehra’ starring alongside Nawazuddin Siddique and Nupur Sanon. The actor gets candid about his role and working experience with Nawazuddin Siddique. Sharing about how he landed into the role he says: “I got a […]...
- 2/22/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
„Panchayat”, the Indian comedy-drama series streaming on Amazon Prime directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, is surprisingly witty and amusing. You don’t need a lot of free time to watch it, as it conists of eight brief 30-min episodes. They form a linear story altogether, but each of them is a standalone anecdote, so you can take small doses.
on Amazon
The title, referring to a specific Indian form of local government, rightly suggests a rural backdrop. Abishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar), a city boy, and a fresh university graduate, tired of staying idle at home (and also lacking better job offers), accepts a safe, but also miserably paid government clerical position in Uttar Pradesh Phulera village. However, his aspirations reach far beyond being a secretary at the panchayat office. He dreams of an Mba career (read: prestige and money), but before that, he has to prepare for a demanding exam for candidates.
on Amazon
The title, referring to a specific Indian form of local government, rightly suggests a rural backdrop. Abishek Tripathi (Jitendra Kumar), a city boy, and a fresh university graduate, tired of staying idle at home (and also lacking better job offers), accepts a safe, but also miserably paid government clerical position in Uttar Pradesh Phulera village. However, his aspirations reach far beyond being a secretary at the panchayat office. He dreams of an Mba career (read: prestige and money), but before that, he has to prepare for a demanding exam for candidates.
- 1/29/2022
- by Joanna Kończak
- AsianMoviePulse
The Critics’ Choice Awards recently announced the list of nominations for its third edition. After the success of two editions of Critics’ Choice Awards, Film Critics Guild and Motion Content Group in collaboration with Vistas Media Capital join forces again for the third edition of the highly acclaimed awards, to honour talent, artists and technicians in feature films, web series and short films across all Indian languages. The unique bit is that the award is determined to honour all mediums of storytelling.
Sharing her views on the nominations, Anupama Chopra, Chairperson, Film Critics Guild says, “It’s been a watershed year for entertainment but despite the gargantuan odds of 2020, great stories have survived and thrived. The upcoming awards ceremony is a celebration of these stories that have sustained us!”
Sudip Sanyal, Business Head- Motion Content Group India shared, “In such a period of unprecedented unpredictability, the one thing which has...
Sharing her views on the nominations, Anupama Chopra, Chairperson, Film Critics Guild says, “It’s been a watershed year for entertainment but despite the gargantuan odds of 2020, great stories have survived and thrived. The upcoming awards ceremony is a celebration of these stories that have sustained us!”
Sudip Sanyal, Business Head- Motion Content Group India shared, “In such a period of unprecedented unpredictability, the one thing which has...
- 1/14/2021
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Entertainment brand, Filmfare, is ready to embark on the next journey of celebrating excellence in the Ott space after introducing the first-ever edition of Flyx Filmfare Ott Awards. To mark this momentous occasion, Filmfare hosted a virtual press conference on Thursday, 17th December 2020 along with the ever-so-charming actor Kartik Aaryan.
Through the inaugural Flyx Filmfare Ott Awards, Filmfare is all set to felicitate the who’s who of the Ott space and set a milestone in recognizing talent yet again. In its first edition, the nominations were selected basis the votes of the audience across an array of categories spanning across various sections of comedy, drama, web-original and critics’ choice for both web series and web films.
While the crime-thriller Paatal Lok bagged a whopping 11 nominations, Raat Akeli Hai earned 5 nominations. It promises to be a close contest as stellar actors such as Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Manoj Bajpayee, Amit Sadh,...
Through the inaugural Flyx Filmfare Ott Awards, Filmfare is all set to felicitate the who’s who of the Ott space and set a milestone in recognizing talent yet again. In its first edition, the nominations were selected basis the votes of the audience across an array of categories spanning across various sections of comedy, drama, web-original and critics’ choice for both web series and web films.
While the crime-thriller Paatal Lok bagged a whopping 11 nominations, Raat Akeli Hai earned 5 nominations. It promises to be a close contest as stellar actors such as Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Manoj Bajpayee, Amit Sadh,...
- 12/17/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Review of Panchayat is here. Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, the web series created by Tvf (The Viral Fever) stars Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav and Neena Gupta in pivotal roles. The series is directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra.
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
What happens when Mohan Bharghav from Swadesh lands in a village of Sharad Joshi?. A sly, quirky and healthy desi panchayat is formed. Deepak Kumar Mishra?s Panchayat streaming during this lockdown period due to the Covid ? 19 Corona scare, is an option that is a gunj (recall) of those Malgudi Days on Doordarshan that went lapata (lost).
The Story of Panchayat
Abhishek not Abhisek (Jitendra Kumar) is the new Secretary in the panchayat of Phulera village in Uttar Pradesh. A job that Abhishek never wanted but his majboori (helplessness) has forced him to do so. The Mba aspirant who needs to score in the Cat...
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
What happens when Mohan Bharghav from Swadesh lands in a village of Sharad Joshi?. A sly, quirky and healthy desi panchayat is formed. Deepak Kumar Mishra?s Panchayat streaming during this lockdown period due to the Covid ? 19 Corona scare, is an option that is a gunj (recall) of those Malgudi Days on Doordarshan that went lapata (lost).
The Story of Panchayat
Abhishek not Abhisek (Jitendra Kumar) is the new Secretary in the panchayat of Phulera village in Uttar Pradesh. A job that Abhishek never wanted but his majboori (helplessness) has forced him to do so. The Mba aspirant who needs to score in the Cat...
- 4/3/2020
- GlamSham
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