Page 9 - Film Industry
Chiranjeevi's 'Godfather' earns Rs 38 cr in worldwide collection on day one
Superstar Chiranjeevi's Telugu film "Godfather" has raised Rs 38 crore worldwide on its opening day, the makers announced Saturday. Released on Wednesday, the political action thriller is a remake of actor Prithviraj Sukumaran's 2019 Malayalam directorial Lucifer, which featured Mohanlal in the lead. Production house Konidela Production Company shared the day one box office collection of the movie on Twitter. "Humongous Blockbuster #GodFather off to a sensational start. Worldwide gross of 38 CR+ on Day 1" the production banner tweeted. Also starring Nayanthara and Satyadev Kancharana, Godfather is directed by Mohan Raja. The film also features Bollywood star Salman Khan in a crucial cameo appearance. "Godfather" is produced by Konidela Production Company and Super Good Films.
 "Chiranjeevi's 'Godfather' earns Rs 38 cr in worldwide collection on day one")
Govt working on model theatre policy to arrest decline in cinemas
The government will also work with states to facilitate and promote film shootings in India, he said
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A painful halt: If you work in film and TV, get ready for layoff
A multiyear boom in film and TV production, driven by media firms racing to sign up subscribers for their new streaming services, has come to a painful halt
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Doctor G to Dream Girl: Ayushmann Khurrana and his knack for eccentricity
From playing a blind pianist to a sperm donor, Ayushmann Khurrana has won millions of hearts across the country with his acting skills. Now he is back with Doctor G
 "Doctor G to Dream Girl: Ayushmann Khurrana and his knack for eccentricity")
PVR slips 5% after mega block deals; stock down 17% from 52-week high
According to media report, four investors in movie theatre chain PVR offloaded 7.7% stake in the company via block deals.
 "PVR slips 5% after mega block deals; stock down 17% from 52-week high")
Bollywood needs a superhero to rescue it; revenue still 38% down
Analysts blame industry woes on lockdowns, lack of new content, and growing competition from streaming and over-the-top platforms
 "Bollywood needs a superhero to rescue it; revenue still 38% down")
67th Filmfare Awards 2022: Full nominations list, winners, venue and more
67th Filmfare Awards 2022: Shoojit Sircar's Sardar Udham won the best film (critics) award and Vishnuvardhan's Shershaah bagged the best film (popular) award in 2022. Read all the updates
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Forrest Gump makers announce release of Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha
The official handle of Forrest Gump makers has now announced the release date of the film. Laal Singh Chaddha is an official remake of the 1994 film Forrest Gump
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Hindi box office sheds the coronavirus blues, closes gap with 2019
Movies contributed Rs 1,716 crore to domestic earning in the first half of the 2022 calendar year
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Blockbuster Indian Director Rajamouli wants to make movies that go global
A power shift is under way in India's $24 billion media and entertainment sector, with filmmakers in the country's south churning out a string of action-packed crowd pleasers
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A new bankable star on the Bollywood block? Kartik Aaryan tastes success
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2's success has drawn leading advertisers to come knocking at Kartik Aaryan's door
 "A new bankable star on the Bollywood block? Kartik Aaryan tastes success")
Rajasthan govt plans to set up a film and television institute in the state
According to the state government, availability of trained manpower and talented artists is essential for creating an adequate eco-system for the film industry in the state
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Cannes: Anurag Thakur offers big boost to foreign film shoots in India
Information and Broadcasting, and Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Anurag Thakur announced a slew of initiatives to promote India as an international film shooting destination.
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 "Punit Balan Studios Is All Set To Present A Most Heart Touching Yet Heart Wrenching Story Of Kashmir : 'The Hindu Boy'")
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Film producer Parag Sanghvi arrested by EOW for fraud
The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of the Mumbai police arrested the 49-year-old producer on Monday
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Film industry set to take off after pandemic pause: 100 movies in 4 months
India's film industry is set to take off after covid-19 pandemic with more than 100 film releases slated over the next four months. Let us take a look at what is playing in the industry's favour
Multiplex Association of India appeals to Maharashtra to reopen theatres
The coronavirus pandemic had an overwhelming effect on the film industry as many film shoots and theatres across India were halted twice.
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 "Canadian government recognises producer Vinay Vashisht for the contribution to Indian film and music industry.")
ED summons over 10 Tollywood personalities in 4-year old drug case
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned over 10 Tollywood personalities as part of a money laundering probe in connection with a drug racket of supplying high-end narcotics in and around Hyderabad
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