FIRST LOOK: Randeep Hooda set to make his Hollywood debut with Chris Hemsworth starrer Extraction

Actor Randeep Hooda is on a roll. Earlier this year, we saw him in a pivotal role in Love Aaj Kal and he is also set to play an anti-hero in Salman Khan starrer Radhe - Your Most Wanted Bhai, which will be releasing this Eid. In addition to this, Randeep is all set to make his Hollywood debut with the movie Extraction.

Extraction stars Chris Hemsworth and marks the directorial debut of Sam Hargrave. Joe Russo, of the directing duo Russo Brothers, has penned the story.

Talking about this association, Randeep said, “I get to do a lot of action in the movie. I might be the first Indian male actor to do such an action-packed role in a Hollywood film. It was a great experience working with Hemsworth, Russo brothers and the director, Sam Hargrave.”

Talking about his character, Randeep shares, "It is described as a wrecking ball in the script. He’s had a run as military personnel and is now working for Ovi’s father. For the action shots, we rehearsed twice a day for 10 days, since many of my roles so far have been more dramatic. I must say, I’ve never had a director on a wire, hanging next to me, giving me instructions.”

Extraction will be streaming on Netflix from April 24, 2020.

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Laxmmi Bomb: Akshay Kumar wraps up his Eid 2020 release

The highly awaited film Laxmmi Bomb starring Akshay Kumar is finally complete. Starring alongside Kiara Advani, the film was in its final schedule as the team was shooting near a graveyard recently.

Producer Shabina Khan took to her Instagram stories to announce the wrap-up. "It's a wrap on 'Laxmmi Bomb'... Missed you @kiaraaliaadvani. Thank you everyone. See you in the cinemas 22:05:2020.

Tusshar Kapoor, who was also in attendance, shared a couple of photos along with Akshay, Raghava Lawrence among others. “A long journey comes into its last lap...#laxmmibomb wrap! Jai mata di!,” he wrote on Instagram.

 

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A long journey comes into its last lap...#laxmmibomb wrap! Jai mata di! @akshaykumar @kiaraaliaadvani @shabskofficial @_lawrence_official @farhadsamji @sharadkelkar @ganeshacharyaa @ashwinikalsekar @manurishichadha @foxstarhindi #capeofgoodfilms

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Laxmmi Bomb is the Hindi remake of 2011 Tamil horror-comedy, Kanchana that was helmed by Raghava Lawrence. The remake stars Ashwini Kalsekar, Sharad Kelkar, Manu Rishi, and Ayesha Raza.

Produced by Cape of Good Films, Fox Star Studios, and Tusshar Kapoor, the film is releasing on Eid, May 22 and clashing with Salman Khan’s Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai.

 

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With 2 legends in their own right....Super choreographers turned superhit directors! @_lawrence_official @ganeshacharyaa #Teamlaxmmibomb

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Before Angrezi Medium, Kareena Kapoor Khan hoped to star in Sahir Ludhianvi biopic with Irrfan Khan

Angrezi Medium starring Irrfan Khan, Radhika Madan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, and Deepak Dobriyal is releasing later this month. This is the first project Kareena will be a part of since the release of Veere Di Wedding. The actress said that this was a great opportunity to work with Irrfan Khan.

Opting for special appearance which leading ladies rarely do, Kareena Kapoor Khan said that it was an easy decision to make. She had the greed to work with Irrfan and wanted to tick that box off her list for a while. Interestingly, she was in London when the Angrezi Medium team was shooting. She was accompanying Saif Ali Khan during the Jawaani Jaaneman shooting and was to be stationed in London for two months. Things eventually worked out since she only had to allot 12-15 days of shooting. Her character is dark and witty. She said that the character’s backstory is crackling and her character adds depth to the film in the few scenes she is a part of.

But, before Angrezi Medium happened, Kareena was rumoured to romance Irrfan Khan in Sahir Ludhianvi biopic. But, that project did not take off. She wished it had happened but she believes such projects don’t work out for a reason. She said that every movie has its destiny. Kareena said that under the circumstances she met Irrfan was surreal. She said he was so respectful and charming and that she was in awe of him.

Jio Studios and Prem Vijan present Angrezi Medium, a Maddock Films Production, directed by Homi Adajania, produced by Dinesh Vijan, releases on March 13.

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Sooryavanshi: Akshay Kumar says Katrina Kaif has shown that she is more than someone who is good looking and good dancer

The highly awaited trailer of Sooryavanshi, marking Akshay Kumar and Rohit Shetty’s collaboration, is set to release on Monday in a huge fanfare and in the presence of Singham Ajay Devgn and Simmba Ranveer Singh. This film marks the reunion of Akshay and Katrina Kaif who have previously been part of many films including Namastey London, Humko Deewana Kar Gaye, Tees Maar Khan, Singh Is Kinng among others.

Akshay Kumar said recently that it was fun working with Katrina Kaif since they had previously shared screen space. He said that she has a considerable part to play in Sooryavanshi and there has been a huge growth in her as an actor. Akshay said that there were several pivotal and emotional scenes in which she performed really well.

Akshay further said that she has come into her own as an actor. The action star said that her command in Hindi has improved a lot and that she has shown that she is more than someone who is good looking and a good dancer.

In Sooryavanshi, Akshay Kumar is essaying the role of an ATS officer Veer Sooryavanshi. The film will be jointly produced by Rohit Shetty Picturez, Cape Of Good Films and Dharma Productions. The film is produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Aruna Bhatia, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Rohit Shetty.

Sooryavanshi releases on March 24, 2020.

ALSO READ: Before Sooryavanshi, Akshay Kumar reveals he first attempted helicopter stunt at the age of 28

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Before Sooryavanshi, Akshay Kumar reveals he first attempted helicopter stunt at the age of 28

Sooryavanshi trailer is on its way! Akshay Kumar and Rohit Shetty have teamed up for larger than life film which will mark the return of Khiladi Kumar in the action genre. The actor is stoked about this film since he got to perform some insane daredevil stunts.

The actor said that the kind of stunts he has performed in Sooryavanshi, he used to do similar kind of action back in his 20s and 30s. Recalling the chopper scene in the poster, Akshay Kumar said that he first performed a helicopter stunt back when he was 28. At 52, he has done it again and with the same focus and agility. The actor also said that people have often complained about the VFX in films but they've performed 90 % of the stunts and ensured not to use VFX. He said that it is safer to do action now and that Rohit Shetty and his team had worked out every detail including the action scenes.

Akshay Kumar further said that he has a special place for people in uniform since his father was in the army and would proudly wear the uniform. So, in Sooryavanshi, he had a chance to revisit the action genre. He said that when Rohit narrated him the script, he was more than ready to be a part of the cop universe. He said that it is a successful, homegrown universe of heroic police officers.

Sooryavanshi is releasing on March 24, 2020.

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Ek Villain 2: Disha Patani joins John Abraham and Aditya Roy Kapur starrer, film to release on January 8, 2021

Back in September 2019, Bollywood Hungama reported that John Abraham was approached for the sequel of the 2014 revenge saga, Ek Villain. The actor was in talks, at the time, with Mohit Suri. In January 2020, it was confirmed that he will be headlining Ek Villain 2 alongside Aashiqui 2 actor Aditya Roy Kapur. Now, they have found their leading lady in Disha Patani.

Disha Patani, who recently starred opposite Aditya Roy Kapur in Mohit Suri's Malang, wanted to do more action. Mohit revealed that she was the first one to approach him to say that she wanted to more action, beat up people, perform stunts just like the leading men. She wanted to be a hero. He said that Malang showcased her free-spirited role but this time, she will be an integral part of the film.

Interestingly, Disha Patani will be paired opposite John Abraham instead of Aditya Roy Kapur. Disha will be part of heavy lifting action. The makers are currently looking out for a second leading lady.

Ek Villain 2 will go on the floor later this year and hit the screens on January 8, 2021.

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Bhumi Pednekar supports initiative in Bhopal to curb plastic pollution

Bhumi Pednekar is a socially conscious actor who has always lent her support towards bringing awareness on environmental issues. The versatile actor runs a campaign called Climate Warrior through which she is relentlessly raising her voice for climate change and climate justice. She has been shooting in Bhopal for Durgavati and was mighty impressed seeing an initiative in Bhopal to curb plastic pollution. Bhumi came out to support this initiative and congratulated the Plastic Donation Centre & Bhopal Municipal Corporation of the city for their work.

An eyewitness from the event says, “It is now well-known that Bhumi is a climate advocate who is being relentless in her efforts to raise awareness on environmental issues. The local team managing the shoot of Durgavati were aware of this and approached her to lend her support by unveiling an installation in Bhopal titled Waste to Art at the Boat Club, Bhopal. Of course, Bhumi readily agreed after realising the hard work that is being done by the people of Bhopal and all authorities.”

The source adds, “The waste-to-art art piece at the Boat Club is a stunningly big installation aimed at reminding the people of the city to curb plastic consumption and pollution. The artwork was made by the Plastic Donation Centre & Bhopal Municipal Corporation and will hopefully help in raising more awareness on environmental protection. Bhumi along with the Commissioner Bhopal Municipal Corporation B. Vijay Dutta, Bhopal Collector Shri Tarun Pithode and DIG Bhopal Shri Irshad Wali graced the event and unveiled the installation.”

The unique art piece has been crafted from hundreds of kilograms of waste plastic and is an initiative of the Plastic Donation Center that has been working relentlessly to curb the plastic menace in its own unique way of combining this powerful message through art! The art piece is an example of how waste can be turned into something that can be appreciated while reminding all that such waste should be reduced daily to not choke the world’s eco-system.

The initiative is aimed to foster the participation of the public and various other stakeholders so as to promote a sustainable world that curbs the plastic menace. It also works to create awareness over the ill effects of it and motivate commitment at the highest level for their solution.

Also Read: 5 Years of Dum Laga Ke Haisha: Bhumi Pednekar shares endearing post on completing five years in the industry

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