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Anees Bazmee recalls his debut Swarg as film turns 36

Anees Bazmee recalls his debut Swarg as film turns 36

Filmmaker and writer Anees Bazmee turned nostalgic as his first major writing project, Swarg starring late Bollywood superstar Rajesh Khanna, Govinda completed 36 years. Taking to his social media account, Aneez Bazmee shared the film’s poster featuring Rajesh Khanna and Govinda, and gook a trip down memory lane, recalling the movie that marked a major turning point in his career as a writer. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Exclusive| Here’s who has come on board as Akshay Kumar’s leading lady in his next with Anees Bazmee

Exclusive| Here’s who has come on board as Akshay Kumar’s leading lady in his next with Anees Bazmee

Akshay Kumar’s search for his leading lady- make that one of the leading ladies- for his next, has come to an end! HT City has exclusively learnt big developments about his next film, being directed by Anees Bazmee. The director- actor duo is reuniting for a film after 14 years, having last worked on Thank You together in 2011. Akshay Kumar with Vidya Balan Also read: Jailer 2: Vidya Balan to play Mithun Chakraborty’s daughter in Rajini film A source tells us that Vidya Balan has been roped in for the new film, “Akshay and Vidya share effortless chemistry as actors, as has been evident with films such as Heyy Babyy (2007), Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) and Mission Mangal in the past. Off screen too they share a good equation. Which is why it was a resounding yes from everyone in the team when Vidya’s name popped up. The story will see two female actors, and one of them will be her.” Akshay and Vidya will be reuniting six years after Mission Mangal. Akshay’s slate is …

Dil Raju confirms film with Akshay Kumar to be directed by Anees Bazmee

Dil Raju confirms film with Akshay Kumar to be directed by Anees Bazmee

A few days back, reports were rife that Salman Khan is in advanced talks with South director Vamsi Paidipally and producer Dil Raju for a big masala movie. While there is no new information on that front, the producer is currently developing a film fronted by Akshay Kumar. In an official statement, the producer`s team shared that they are developing a project with Akshay Kumar. They also requested all to not spread any misinformation regarding the project as it was rumoured that it is the remake of a South film.  Dil Raju collaborates with Akshay Kumar In their statement, Dil Raju’s team said, “In light of recent rumours and ongoing speculation surrounding the upcoming projects of Producer Dil Raju and Sri Venkateswara Creations, we wish to clarify that these reports are entirely baseless and have been blown out of proportion. Several outdated speculations are being linked to current developments, which is inaccurate.” They added, “We are presently developing a project with Akshay Kumar that will be directed by Anees Bazmee. The film is currently in …

EXCLUSIVE: Akshay Kumar and Anees Bazmee team up for family comedy film, on floors in Feb 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Akshay Kumar and Anees Bazmee team up for family comedy film, on floors in Feb 2026

Akshay Kumar is on a roll these days. The superstar, who received appreciation for his incredible performances in Sky Force and Kesari Chapter 2 and entertained the audience with his comic timing in Housefull 5 and Jolly LLB 3 this year, is planning a strong line-up for his 2026-2027 releases. The actor is already reuniting with Priyadarshan in three films- Bhooth Bangla, Haiwaan, and Hera Pheri 3, with the first two slated to hit the screens next year. He also has Welcome To The Jungle in the pipeline. And now, the actor is teaming up with another renowned director with whom he shared a great camaraderie in past collaborations.  Speculations are rife that the actor is reuniting with Anees Bazmee for a double role comedy-drama titled Ram Aur Shyam. Contrary to the ongoing reports, Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that the actor is indeed joining hands with Anees Bazmee, but it’s not for Ram Aur Shyam. Akshay Kumar is teaming up with director Anees Bazmee for his next project, according to sources. This won’t be their speculated double-role comedy, …

No Entry 2 in works! Anees Bazmee, Boney Kapoor and Manu Anand ‘plot new adventures’

No Entry 2 in works! Anees Bazmee, Boney Kapoor and Manu Anand ‘plot new adventures’

Image Source : INSTAGRAM No Entry 2 in works with Anees Bazmee and Boney Kapoor Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 director Anees Bazmee has shared an exciting sneak peek of No Entry 2 on social media, posting a photo from the recce in Greece alongside producer Boney Kapoor and Director of Photography (DOP) Manu Anand. The trio is seen doing a recce at Greece for the highly anticipated sequel. ‘Plotting new adventures in Greece with the producer Boney Kapoor ji and DOP Manu Anand ji! Prepping for the madness that’s #NoEntry2,’ Bazmee wrote in the caption, teasing fans with a glimpse of the grand scale of the film’s international shoot. While the plot remains tightly under wraps, the film is expected to continue the original’s hilarious mix of mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and laugh-out-loud moments. The original No Entry, which became a massive success upon release in 2005, saw the three male leads caught in a complicated web of lies and deceit. With No Entry 2 already stirring up anticipation, fans are eager to see what outrageous scenarios …

No Entry 2: Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Kapoor’s director Anees Bazmee shares Greece PICS as he prepares for ‘madness’

No Entry 2: Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Arjun Kapoor’s director Anees Bazmee shares Greece PICS as he prepares for ‘madness’

Just a few days ago, Pinkvilla informed you that director Anees Bazmee, Boney Kapoor, and the team of No Entry 2 were all set to go on a recce to Greece by the end of January. Now, the director has raised anticipation by sharing glimpses from their recce session for the Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor, and Diljit Dosanjh starrer. On February 2, Anees Bazmee took to his Instagram and posted pictures from the recce session in Greece, accompanied by producer Boney Kapoor and DOP Manu Anand. In the first picture, the trio is seen standing against the picturesque backdrop of the country, followed by a few more clicks from their visit.  “Plotting new adventures in Greece with the producer Boney Kapoor ji and DOP Manu Anand ji! (accompanied by a globe and a movie projector emoji) ️ Prepping for the madness that’s #NoEntry2,” the post was captioned. Pictures of No Entry 2’s team from the recce session in Greece: It is important to mention that Pinkvilla exclusively informed you about this development. A reliable source shared …

Raj Kapoor@100: Directors Anees Bazmee, Imtiaz Ali, Hansal Mehta remember showman of Hindi cinema | Bollywood

Raj Kapoor@100: Directors Anees Bazmee, Imtiaz Ali, Hansal Mehta remember showman of Hindi cinema | Bollywood

Mumbai, A passionate filmmaker who effectively translated the realities of life on screen without compromising on the entertainment quotient of his films is how the current crop of directors in Hindi cinema describe Raj Kapoor, who would have turned 100 on December 14. Raj Kapoor@100: Directors Anees Bazmee, Imtiaz Ali, Hansal Mehta remember showman of Hindi cinema Raj Kapoor, son of film and theatre veteran Prithviraj Kapoor, was an actor, an editor, a director and a producer who founded RK Studios in 1948. In his career spanning four decades, he directed only 10 films, starting with “Aag”, “Barsaat”, “Awara”, “Shree 420”, “Sangam”, “Mera Naam Joker”, “Bobby”, “Satyam Shivam Sundaram”, “Prem Rog”, and “Ram Teri Ganga Maili”. “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” director Anees Bazmee, who worked as a sixth assistant to Raj Kapoor on 1982’s “Prem Rog”, said he is proud to have studied filmmaking at what he calls the ‘Raj Kapoor University’. “He made films that were ahead of their time. He understood the harsh realities of life which he beautifully brought on screen and that …

Triptii Dimri, Kartik Aaryan turn heads at 45 years of Anees Bazmee celebration bash; Madhuri Dixit, Sushmita Sen, Govinda and more arrive in style; WATCH

Triptii Dimri, Kartik Aaryan turn heads at 45 years of Anees Bazmee celebration bash; Madhuri Dixit, Sushmita Sen, Govinda and more arrive in style; WATCH

Anees Bazmee is a renowned figure in Bollywood, celebrated for his outstanding contributions as a writer and director, particularly in the comedy genre. Despite encountering hurdles throughout his career, his films have secured a timeless spot in Bollywood’s comedic legacy. Recently, Anees Bazmee marked an incredible milestone, celebrating 45 years in the Hindi film industry. The event was a star-studded affair, graced by numerous celebrities like Triptti Dimri, Kartik Aaryan, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Govinda, and was filled with unforgettable moments that highlighted the warmth and mutual admiration among Bollywood’s elite. Currently, the director is enjoying the success of his latest horror-comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Triptii Dimri looked stunning as she arrived at Anees Bazmee’s celebration of 45 years in the industry. The actress wore a black bodycon dress paired with sleek black heels. She kept her hair open and opted for a glamorous makeup look. See here: Kartik Aryan also attended the celebrations, looking dapper in a green shirt paired with a black jacket and blue jeans. The actor posed for the paparazzi, exuding his …

EXCLUSIVE: Will Akshay Kumar return in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4? Anees Bazmee says, ‘agar story iss tarah ki kuch ban jaati hai…’

EXCLUSIVE: Will Akshay Kumar return in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4? Anees Bazmee says, ‘agar story iss tarah ki kuch ban jaati hai…’

Akshay Kumar’s character in Bhool Bhulaiyaa holds a special place in the hearts of fans. Though two successive sequels, directed by Anees Bazmee, have received immense love from cine-goers, many have wondered about the Bhooth Bangla actor’s return to the franchise. Recently, the filmmaker spoke exclusively with us and spilled the beans on the matter. In a recent conversation with Pinkvilla, Anees Bazmee talked about Akshay Kumar’s return to the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise and admitted that there can’t be anything better than this as he has earlier delivered 3–4 films with Akshay Kumar which emerged as big hits at the box-office. “ek bahut acha dosti hai aur pyaar mohabbat hai sab hai to agar aisa kuch hota hai, lekin fir vahi hai, sochna hai ke aisa karein karein lekin agar story iss tarah ki kuch ban jaati hai to yaar mujhe bhi khushi hogi, actually (There is a great bond of friendship, love, and everything. We keep wondering about doing something but if a story of that sort gets created, I’ll be really happy),” he further added. …

EXCLUSIVE: 2024’s Horror movie directors Amar Kaushik, Aditya Sarpotkar, Anees Bazmee and Vikas Bahl discuss the use and impact of AI in movies

EXCLUSIVE: 2024’s Horror movie directors Amar Kaushik, Aditya Sarpotkar, Anees Bazmee and Vikas Bahl discuss the use and impact of AI in movies

2024 has been a great year for directors. Many of them have found a new voice. The audiences these days are preferring not just good content but also strong world-building, supremely well-written characters and more. 4 of the year’s most successful directors namely, Amar Kaushik, Aditya Sarpotkar, Anees Bazmee and Vikas Bahl, graced Pinkvilla’s Director’s Roundtable, where they spoke about the success of their movies, their upcoming movies and also the use and impact of AI. Director Aditya Sarpotkar Talks About How He Uses AI Munjya director Aditya Sarpotkar, when asked about the use and impact of AI on movies, said, “When we first started visual referencing, we used to go to Google. Even when we worked on ads, we made mood boards and story boards. Now, Google has a limited database of what you can imagine and think of. AI gives you a tool to latch onto a vision. But you have to create your own. We use AI for world-building. When you have no reference, AI gives you a head start. You can’t shy away …