Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala ventures into Marathi cinema

Filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala forays into Marathi film, Nadiadwala Grandson Enters presents Jophiel Enterprise, led by Warda Nadiadwala, and Sahyadri Films, helmed by Tejaswini Pandit, for a special collaboration. This partnership marks a transformative moment in the flourishing Marathi cinema, poised to redefine its landscape and set new standards of excellence.With the aim to enhance the storytelling norms with a series of Marathi films that break barriers and celebrate diverse tales. The collaboration is about creating magic on screen that reflects the rich tapestry of our culture and heritage.
The team is all set to showcase stories that grip your heart, visuals that take your breath away, and content that's a cut above the rest. With this dream team at the helm, you can bet on a cinematic experience like no other.*Producer Warda Nadiadwala expresses her elation about the collaboration, said*, "We're truly thrilled and humbled to partner with Sayadri Film for Marathi cinema. I have a deep connection to the land, culture, and language—it's our home. Teaming up with Tejaswini Pandit fills us with excitement as we aim to present audiences with fresh perspectives and deeply impactful stories. I truly believe with Tejaswini’s insights about Marathi cinema we aspire to exceed your expectations and sincerely hope for your love and blessings as we embark on this new journey in the illustrious and flourishing Marathi Cinema."
*Speaking about the partnership with Sajid Nadiadwala and Warda Nadiadwala, producer Tejaswini Pandit expresses*, “This collaboration is truly exceptional and a great honor for me and my entire team. Historically, Marathi cinema has been known for its talented actors and filmmakers who have delivered memorable content to audiences. However, there has been a lack of grandeur and marketing in Marathi films. Now, teaming up with esteemed producer Sajid Nadiadwala and Warda Nadiadwala, we aim to change that narrative. This partnership is poised to be a game-changer, offering audiences a vast canvas to experience larger-than-life cinematic journeys. We are immensely thrilled and honored by this collaboration and eagerly anticipate presenting exceptional content to our audiences.”
NGE Presents, produced by Warda Nadiadwala and Tejaswini Pandit, this collaboration is a powerhouse of talent and creativity.Stay tuned as we unravel the details of the first Marathi film and share more exciting updates. The stage is set, and the spotlight is on—the team is about to embark on an unforgettable cinematic journey!

Tiger Shroff unveils Andheri(W) sculpture by artist Rouble Nagi

The bustling city of Mumbai received a remarkable addition as Andheri West, one of the city's prime locales, unveiled a striking sculpture at one of its busiest railway stations. Conceptualised by esteemed MLA Ameet Satam hailing from the Andheri West Constituency, and brought to life by renowned artist, social worker, and author Rouble Nagi, the #Andheri(W) sculpture symbolises the dynamic development of this vibrant neighbourhood over the past decade. In a gesture highlighting the convergence of art, community, and cinema, actor Tiger Shroff unveiled the #Andheri(W) sculpture in presence of artist Rouble Nagi, MLA Ameet Satam, noted film producer Anand Pandit, and ace filmmaker Ashoke Pandit.
The sculpture, strategically positioned at the entrance of the station, will serve as a testament to the growth and cultural richness of Andheri West. Adorned with intricate imagery depicting iconic landmarks from the Andheri West area such as Gilbert Hill, the ISKCON Temple, Juhu Beach, and the beloved ‘I<3Mumbai’ selfie point, the sculpture encapsulates the essence of Andheri West's charm and diversity.
An extremely elated Tiger Shroff, delighted to see a huge crowd cheering him outside the Andheri West railway station, expressed, “I am indeed happy and honoured that I have been invited to inaugurate this beautiful sculpture #Andheri(W). I love Mumbai and I also love Andheri since I come here often for my shootings and rehearsals. I am very, very happy to be here today.”Rouble Nagi, who took roughly two months to finish making the sculpture, expressed her excitement, stating, “Crafting this sculpture has been a labour of love. It's an honour to visually narrate the story of Andheri West, a lively suburb with an intense level of energy.” She further added, “Public art has always been about collaboration, between citizens, leaders, and artists. I am happy to create this sculpture - a selfie point for Andheri West, depicting the various spots to visit in the area. I believe the ‘hashtag’ movement brings people closer and educates them about public art.”

Entrepreneur Krishna Shroff win ‘Woman Fitness Leader of the Year’ award 

Fashion icon and entrepreneur Krishna Shroff, who has made Mixed Martial Arts popular in India and inspired the youth to prioritize a healthy and balanced lifestyle through her own journey, proved herself to be unstoppable with her recent big win at a prestigious award show. Krishna who founded Matrix Fight Night (MFN), one of the leading MMA promotions in South Asia and MMA Matrix, a celebrity-favorite gym, has won the ‘Woman Fitness Leader of the Year’ award .
While receiving the award, Krishna called the award an "incredible recognition. "This honestly feels like a little bit more of an achievement because I’ve actually chosen to steer away from the norm of who everyone expected me to be or what they expected me to do in an extremely male-dominated industry (Fitness and MMA). I love welcoming challenges with open arms, and I always say if you risk a little, you shall receive. Thank you," said the entrepreneur.
Krishna, who slayed at the event, grabbed the spotlight with her winning speech. At the event, she exuded boss lady vibes in a full black pantsuit. Krishna has significantly contributed in popularizing fitness amongst the youth of our country, and has shed light onto the sport of MMA in a big way, by giving Indian athletes a platform to showcase their skill set on a global stage through her successful promotion, MFN. With the recent win of ‘Woman Leader of the Year’ award, Krishna Shroff has added another feather to her cap!

Sara Khan: Since the Covid outbreak, people recognised what mental illness is

Actress Sara Khan says that the pandemic has made us more aware about mental issues. People have started taking care of their mental health more. “Since the Covid outbreak, people have recognised what mental illness is. As due to the hectic life schedules, no one bothered to pay attention to their mental well being. I believe that with the realisation of mental health issues globally, people have started valuing more in fact. Hence, it’s good that everyone is spreading awareness,” she says.
She adds, “I believe that teens have more complications. The pressure of always looking good and doing good is traumatising, but with the awareness of how to be they will be able to cope up with it. As you show your vulnerable side, every other person takes it according to their understanding. You can’t have any say on it, as people are going to say what they want to say. In today’s world, anything could go wrong and any wrong could be taken positively, every logic comes with a different point of view.” Ask her how she takes care of her mental health, and she says, “⁠I just don’t care about anyone apart from my mom, dad and my close friends. I'm not here to please anyone. I want to live for myself and my family and keep ourselves happy.”

Arti Singh talks about her successful show Shravani

When work feels like fun, then each day is enjoyable, says actress Arti Singh. Arti, who plays the role of Chandra in the show Shravani, adds that she loves being part of the show and feels lucky to be able to celebrate this milestone of 250 episodes of the Do Dooni 4 Films production.“The show will be completing 250 episodes and the experience of shooting it has been amazing. The team is like a family to me now. From the spot department, to the cameramen Shashi Dada, Anand Dada, and other directors Amar sir, Ashish sir, and my head of production Sridhar; I feel it's my home production. I have been given such immense love and respect. I have enjoyed each day of the shoot. In fact, I had to even undergo a surgery during the shoot and I've been taken care of like a child on the set. And that's my experience with them. It's not a set for me. It's my home,” she says.
She adds, “The story is impeccable as it’s well written by Raghuvir sir. He is one of the best writers we have in our industry.”She says that she loves the challenges her character brings with it. “She's negative and is always manipulating things. It is not easy or difficult to play the character as such but at times, it becomes stagnant. So sometimes I try to put a comic touch to my scenes,” she adds.
Talking about working with Do Dooni 4 Films’ Ravindra Gautam and Raghuvir Shekhawat, she says, “Raghu sir and Ravindra sir have been amazing. Ravindra sir, has directed me before as well. They are the best people to work with in the industry. They are so down to earth and are always there for anything. They are the kinds of people who want to prosper and also want people around them to prosper.” Meanwhile, she adds that she loves being part of the small screen. “The TV industry is definitely growing and good shows are being made, new channels are coming. And I'm very happy that I am working here. I am part of the TV industry. TV has given me a lot. I've done Bigg Boss and so many shows on the small screen now. I want to continue working on TV,” she says.

Abhinandan Jindal shares his story behind visiting Darga for many years

Actor Abhinandan Jindal is currently seen in the romantic comedy film Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay in an important role. The young actor from Punjab has got very positive feedback on his performance in the film. His scenes are packed with comedy and he has done it really well.But there is a side of Abhinandan which not many of us are aware of. He is very spiritual by nature and has been going to Dargas since the time when he was in his 12th standard. He says, "In my 12th grade, my friend Rahul Ali, who was Muslim, took me to a Dargah for the first time. He lived near our house in Assam and one day he took me to a small shrine at the back of his house. There was this other friend of mine – Imraan - who used to visit the shrine every Friday. During a subsequent visit, Imraan took me along, and though I didn't feel any specific emotions, I found myself going back there the next week. I can't explain why but I just felt good being there. He used to mention that when he comes on Fridays and asks for something, his wishes are fulfilled. He shared that if you visit the place for seven consecutive Thursdays or Fridays, all your heartfelt desires come true. At that time, I also had something within me – an unspoken wish. He suggested I join him, and it became a routine for me. After a while, what initially started as fulfilling a personal goal transformed into something I genuinely enjoyed. Initially, I didn't know why it felt good, but over time, I found a sense of fulfilment and joy when I visited that place.”
Sharing more on this, Abhinandan says, "Initially when I visited the shrine, it was with a specific wish in my mind, and that wish did come true. However, in my current phase, I don't ask for anything. It's not that I can't think of anything to ask for; it's just that whenever I go there, I find it hard to ask for anything. No matter how many problems I'm facing or whatever hardships I'm going through, I stick to my routine of going to Mahim Dargah every Thursday. It's like a sanctuary for me. My friends know not to disturb me on Thursdays. I go there with a sense of peace, tranquility, love, and devotion, without any specific intention. After bowing down to the almighty, I feel a deep sense of contentment.”

Nikki Sharma grateful for playing Shakti: A Strong Character 

Pyaar Ka Pehla Adhyaya Shiv Shakti produced by Prateek Sharma (Studio LSD) keeps TV audiences engaged with twists and turns. Shakti fights for her dreams, marriage, and rights, learning valuable life lessons along the way.In the recent episodes, viewers saw how after Shiv-Shakti’s wedding, Shakti is shocked to find out about Shiv’s past, but on a closer inspection of the issue realizes that she was manipulated by Mandira and decides to fight for her marriage and win Shiv all over again.
While the whole wedding sequence of the show took viewers on a roller coaster ride of emotions, actress Nikki Sharma who plays the role of Shakti revealed that she learns a lot from her character. The current track explores Shakti pulling out all the stops and going after her dreams. Be it pursuing her dream of becoming a doctor or navigating the obstacles strewn in her path by Mandira and winning back the trust of her disgruntled husband, Shakti is now determined to take charge of her own destiny.
Nikki said, “Portraying a strong character like Shakti is inspiring; I get to learn so much from her. Be it her ability to stand up for the truth or her unwavering dedication towards making her marriage work, Shakti teaches me life lessons every day. I feel very grateful to have this opportunity to play such a role and I hope she sets an example for the audience to follow in their personal lives.”
While Shakti is fighting for her rights, Nikki is happy to play a strong character like Shakti. In the upcoming episodes, Shakti will uncover the real motives of some of Shiv's family members. What will Shiv do in response?