The Locarno Film Festival has announced that Shah Rukh Khan will be receiving the prestigious Leopard Achievement Award at the 77th edition of the festival. This honour recognizes Khan’s exceptional career and immense contribution to Indian cinema. Khan’s influence transcends national borders. He has become a living symbol of Bollywood’s vibrancy and the captivating power of Indian films worldwide. The award ceremony will take place on the evening of Saturday, August 10, at Piazza Grande, the heart of the festival.

Giona A. Nazzaro, Artistic Director of the Locarno Film Festival, said in a statement, “To welcome a living legend like Shah Rukh Khan in Locarno is a dream come true! The wealth and breadth of his contribution to Indian cinema is unprecedented. Khan is a king who has never lost touch with the audience that crowned him. This brave and daring artist has always been willing to challenge himself while remaining true to what his fans all over the world eagerly expect from his films. A true ‘people’s hero’, sophisticated and down to earth, Shah Rukh Khan is a legend of our times.”

The festival will also showcase a pivotal film from Khan’s illustrious career – Devdas (2002), directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. This grand love story will be screened during the festival, offering audiences a glimpse into the actor’s emotional depth and versatility.

Khan’s career has spanned over three decades, marked by collaborations with India’s most prominent directors and stars. His international recognition is undeniable. The French government acknowledged his contributions to cinema by awarding him the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2007) and the prestigious Légion d’honneur (2014).

Beyond the award ceremony, the festival offers fans a unique opportunity to engage with the star. Shah Rukh Khan will participate in a public conversation held at the Forum Spazio Cinema on Sunday, August 11. This is a chance for audiences to gain insights into his journey and connect with the man behind the iconic screen persona.

The Pardo alla Carriera Award is a prestigious honour bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the world of cinema. Khan joins a distinguished list of past recipients, including Francesco Rosi, Claude Goretta, Claudia Cardinale, and Jane Birkin.

The Locarno Film Festival takes place from August 7th to 17th, 2024. Held amidst the breathtaking scenery of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains, the festival offers a unique cinematic experience.
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Apple’s iOS 18 will bring several ‘India-centric’ features to your iPhone later this year – The Indian Express

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Salman Khan house firing case: Bishnoi Gang issued Rs 25 lakhs bounty to kill actor in Sidhu Moosewala style, hired minor boys for assassination; chargesheet reveals SHOCKING details

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New details in the Salman Khan house firing case have emerged from the chargesheet filed against the Bishnoi gang. The revelations highlight the extensive planning and chilling intentions behind the attack on the Bollywood actor.

Details from the Chargesheet of Salman Khan House Firing Case
The chargesheet in the Salman Khan house firing case unveils a plot orchestrated by the Bishnoi gang. It reveals that a Rs 25 lakh bounty was placed on Salman Khan’s head, with plans to execute the murder in the style of Sidhu Moosewala’s assassination.

The chargesheet outlines that the Bishnoi gang meticulously planned the assassination attempt over several months, from August 2023 to April 2024. The gang sought to procure weapons from Pakistan, including AK-47s, AK-92s, M16 rifles, and the Turkish-made Zigana pistol, the latter being the weapon used to kill Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala in 2022.
Extensive Planning and Surveillance on Salman Khan
It was found that the gang assigned boys under the age of 18 to carry out the assassination. These minors were awaiting orders from Goldie Brar and Anmol Bishnoi to execute the plot. Furthermore, the chargesheet details how around 70 individuals were involved in tracking Salman Khan’s movements. This surveillance network extended to his Mumbai residence, Panvel farmhouse, and Goregaon Film City.

For the unversed, in April, two bike-borne men fired several rounds at Salman’s Galaxy Apartment residence in Bandra, Mumbai, marking a significant escalation in the gang’s efforts against the actor.

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Bengal’s Darkest Hour: Maa Kaali brings to light the untold story of the 1946 Calcutta Killings

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The makers of Karthikeya 2, People Media Factory, and Vijay Yelakanti have collaborated to produce Maa Kaali, a film based on the true events of the Direct Action Day and Naokhali massacres. The movie stars Raima Sen and Abhishek Singh and delves into the pivotal events of August 16, 1946, also known as The Week of Long Knives. The film sheds light on the atrocities committed against Bengali Hindus on the cusp of Independence and promises to uncover the horrors that have been long kept hidden.

Vijay Yelakanti speaks about the film

The poster of the film has been revealed, announcing the date for the teaser launch on July 4. Director Vijay Yelakanti shares, “Maa Kaali is a homage to all the lives lost in the ruthless massacre driven by power and ambition. Although it is directly related to one of the most significant chapters of our modern Indian history, Direct Action Day continues to be an untold story of human suffering. With the film, we aim to offer a voice of support, sympathy and solidarity to all the people who continue to bear the scars of this uneventful tragedy.”

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About Maa Kali

With the aim of a separate Muslim homeland, the All-India Muslim league resorted to “direct action” on 16th August 1946, resulting in communal violence sacrificing the lives of thousands of Bengali Hindus. Scaling the events before, during and after the partition, the film promises to uncover the horrors that have been long kept hidden from the people.

Headlining the cast is Raima Sen who marks her return to the big screens in a leading role along with an ensemble supporting cast. Shot in Hindi, Maa Kaali is a trilingual film which will also release in Bengali and Telugu. Written and directed by Vijay Yelakanti, the film is produced by TG Vishwa Prasad, co-produced by Vivek Kuchibhotla and presented by People Media Factory. The film is slated to release this year and the teaser is scheduled to launch on Thursday, July 4.

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