The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has partnered with leading Indian content creator, actress and climate activist Prajakta Koli for its initiative, Let’s Move. In a noteworthy feat, she is to participate in Marathon Pour Tous during the Olympic Games on August 10th, 2024 for a unique night run. The 10km run will establish Koli as the first-ever Indian content creator and the only Indian non-sporting celebrity to partner with the IOC this year.

Koli, best known for her relatable and engaging content on her digital channel ‘MostlySane,’ will leverage her massive social media following of over 17 million followers across social media channels to inspire young Indians following the Olympic Games. Through this innovative partnership, she will promote the themes of sportsmanship, equality and sustainability, and celebrate the excellence of athletes on the world’s biggest sporting stage.

Prajakta Koli who recently made her debut in theatre with the play ‘External Affairs’ expresses her excitement and states, “I am absolutely thrilled to be associated with the Olympics. The games represent the pinnacle of human potential, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence. I can’t wait to use my platform to share my experience and ignite the passion for sports and wellbeing in my audience, especially young people across India. It’s time to move more, every day, anywhere, anyhow!”

As part of this first-of-its-kind partnership, Koli will champion the Let’s Move Olympic initiative launched last year in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). This initiative highlights the positive impact of sports on physical and mental well-being. This year, for the first time in Olympic history, a mass participation running event, the Marathon Pour Tous (Marathon For All), will be held during the games where over a couple of thousand runners will take to the streets of Paris.

This partnership marks a significant step for the IOC’s efforts to connect with younger demographics and broaden the reach of the Olympics in India, a nation with a burgeoning sports fanbase. Additionally, Let’s Move and Celebrate directly contributes to the Olympism365 priority area of “Sport, Health and Active Communities”, which is focused on ensuring that more people, from more diverse backgrounds, can enjoy the mental and physical benefits of participating in sport and physical activity.
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In a thrilling development for Bollywood fans, Triptii Dimri, known for her powerful performances in films like Qala, Laila Majnu, and Bulbbul, is in discussions to portray the iconic actress Parveen Babi in an upcoming biopic, as per a report by Filmfare. The film aims to explore the life of one of Indian cinema’s most enigmatic figures, Parveen Babi, whose career and personal life left an indelible mark on the industry.

Parveen Babi: An iconic figure in Indian Cinema

Parveen Babi was a trailblazer in Bollywood during the 1970s and 1980s, known for her roles in classic films such as Deewar, Amar Akbar Anthony, and Khatta Meetha. Her portrayal of strong, independent women in a male-dominated industry set her apart from her contemporaries. However, Babi’s life was also marked by personal challenges, including struggles with mental health, which ultimately led to her withdrawal from the public eye. The biopic aims to shed light on both her professional achievements and personal tribulations, offering a nuanced portrait of the actress.

Anticipation builds around the biopic

While details about the biopic, including the director and full cast, remain under wraps, the project is already generating significant buzz. Fans and critics alike are eager to see how the film will capture the essence of Parveen Babi’s life and legacy. If Dimri is officially cast in the lead role, it would mark a pivotal moment in her career.

Triptii Dimri’s upcoming projects

As the potential role of Parveen Babi looms, Triptii Dimri continues to build an impressive filmography. She is set to appear in Animal Park alongside Ranbir Kapoor, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 with Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit, and Vidya Balan, and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video with Rajkummar Rao. Additionally, Dimri has been cast in Dharma Productions’ Dhadak 2 opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi. With a lineup of diverse and exciting projects, Dimri is undoubtedly a rising star to watch in Bollywood.

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August 2024 is gearing up to be a significant month for the Indian film industry, with a series of much-anticipated film releases set to hit the screens. Among the top contenders is Stree 2, the sequel to the 2018 horror-comedy hit Stree, starring Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. As the release date approaches, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has officially certified Stree 2 with a U/A rating, and the film’s runtime has also been revealed.

Stree 2 Certified U/A with a Runtime of 149 Minutes
The CBFC certified Stree 2 with a U/A rating on August 8, 2024, paving the way for its theatrical release. The film has a runtime of 149 minutes and 29 seconds, which translates to 2 hours, 29 minutes, and 29 seconds. This duration sets the stage for an engaging cinematic experience, as fans eagerly await the continuation of the story that captured their imaginations in the first film.
August 2024: A Month of Cinematic Showdowns
The release of Stree 2 on August 15, 2024, coincides with India’s Independence Day, a prime slot for film releases. This month is particularly favourable for the box office, with several public holidays creating an extended period of potential moviegoers. The festive mood kicks off with Independence Day and continues with Parsi New Year on August 16, followed by a weekend on August 17-18, and Raksha Bandhan on August 19. The celebrations conclude with Janmashtami on August 26, ensuring a sustained demand for entertainment throughout the month.

Stree 2 will be competing with other major releases such as Khel Khel Mein, starring Akshay Kumar, Vaani Kapoor, and Taapsee Pannu, and Vedaa, featuring John Abraham and Sharvari Wagh.

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Filming for the highly anticipated comedy Welcome to the Jungle starring Akshay Kumar hit a speed bump thanks to Mumbai’s monsoon rains. The downpours heavily damaged a massive set constructed at Golden Tobacco Studios in Vile Parle earlier this week.

According to a report in Mid-day, the elaborate set, designed by production designer Shailesh Mahadik, was built to depict a charming Kashmiri town and was originally planned to house a major shooting schedule starting on August 4th. Spanning over 10 acres, the set was so vast that actors reportedly needed golf carts to travel from their trailers.

However, only a section of the set was needed for upcoming scenes after filming wrapped on an earlier portion. This section was then rebuilt in late July. Unfortunately, just days before the scheduled shoot, the unforgiving Mumbai monsoon struck again, causing significant damage to the set.

Taking the challenge in stride, Mahadik’s team wasted no time in starting the reconstruction process as soon as the rains subsided. This marks the third time they’ve had to build the same set, with this iteration being even bigger than before. The new set will house a central house which will be the focus of the upcoming filming schedule.

Director Ahmed Khan said, “We’re managing our actors’ dates, and will shoot with those available [today]. Thanks to our producer Firoz bhai [Nadiadwallah], construction is going on and we are ready to resume work. The redesigned set is bigger.”

Despite the delay, the new, expanded set seems to be the silver lining. With filming set to recommence on August 9, the cast, including Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Disha Patani, will soon be back on location to bring the world of Welcome to the Jungle to life.

The film stars Akshay Kumar in the lead role. Joining him are a stellar group of talents, including Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Rahul Dev, Mukesh Tiwari, Sharib Hashmi, Inaamulhaq, Zakir Hussain, Yashpal Sharma. Adding to the charm are the talented actresses Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani and  Vrihi Kodvara.

The film is slated for a grand theatrical release on 20th December 2024.
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The low phase of the box office is expected to get over in less than a week as three significant Hindi films will release in cinemas on August 15 – Shraddha Kapoor-Rajkummar Rao’s horror comedy Stree 2, Akshay Kumar’s multi-starrer Khel Khel Mein and John Abraham-Sharvari’s action entertainer Vedaa. A lot of footfalls are expected for these three films and hence, expect promos of upcoming exciting films to be attached to these films.

Yesterday, August 8, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed the much-awaited teaser of the Diwali release Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. The teaser is 1 minute and 32 seconds long and has been awarded a U/A certificate. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is produced by T-Series, who have also backed Khel Khel Mein. With the teaser being certified one week before the latter’s release, one can expect the promo to be attached to the Akshay Kumar film.”

Meanwhile, as per reports, two teasers will be shown with Stree 2 – Skyforce and Chhava. Just like Stree 2, Skyforce is also produced by Jio Studios and Maddock Films. It stars Akshay Kumar in the lead and is all set to release on October 2 this year.

Chhava, meanwhile, is based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj and stars Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, Divya Dutta and others. It is directed by Laxman Utekar of Zara Hatke Zara Bachke (2023) fame and produced by Maddock Films. It is expected to arrive in theatres on December 6, 2024.

And that’s not all. On August 6, CBFC passed the teaser of Alia Bhatt’s only release of the year, Jigra, helmed by Monica O My Darling (2022) director Vasan Bala. The teaser is expected to be around 2 minutes and has been cleared with a ‘U’ certificate. With the film’s release two months away – October 11 – the promo can be expected to drop soon. However, there’s no information yet on whether Jigra’s teaser will be shown with any of the Independence Day releases.

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