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Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an actor in the entertainment industry who truly epitomizes versatility. Whether it’s Manjhi – The Mountain Man, Manto, or Thackeray, the actor has always taken on challenging roles and aced them like a pro with his brilliant acting. Adding yet another remarkable role to his versatile filmography, Nawazuddin is set to play the notorious Assamese judge Upendra Nath Rajkhowa in his next film, as confirmed by his brother Faizuddin Siddiqui, who is also producing the film.

Amid all the speculations, Faizuddin Siddiqui has confirmed the making of the film, which will delve into the events leading to Rajkhowa’s arrest and execution, exploring his complex character. He said, “I was super intrigued by this story and I really wanted to be a part of such a film so I thought of going ahead and producing this film myself in my own production house and who better than my brother Nawazuddin Siddiqui to play the role of Upendra Nath Rajkhowa who is an Assamese judge. We all already know the versatility and range of Nawaz and I am delighted to announce this project with my brother”

This is indeed going to be an interesting addition to Nawazuddin’s versatile and vibrant slate of characters. With this, the actor will take on yet another challenging role in his upcoming film, where he will portray the notorious Assamese judge Upendra Nath Rajkhowa. The film will delve into the dark and horrific events that led to Rajkhowa’s arrest and execution for the brutal murder of his family members, a case that shattered the state of Assam. With this film, Nawazuddin will continue to amaze audiences with his portrayal of another controversial historical figure.

Apart from this, Nawazuddin will be seen in Oil Kumar, Adbhut, Noorani Chehra, and Sangeen.

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After delivering praise-worthy performances in web series like The Fame Game and Trial By Fire, celebrated actress Rajshri Deshpande is all set to enthrall the audience with another intriguing story with her latest short film, titled Gudgudi, at the 47th Odense International Film Festival this August. The film is directed by the filmmaker Abhiroop Basu. It is interesting to know that while most of the films that are based on the Gujarat riots of 2002 highlighted the communal disharmony, this is the first film of its kind that explores the story from a woman’s perspective and how the brutality of women has no mercy in the socio-cultural context.

Set against the harrowing backdrop of the riots, Gudgudi explores themes of survival and resilience through the lens of a mother-daughter duo. Director Abhiroop Basu, who earlier made short films like Meal, Laali and Rhino Charge with Adil Hussain and Pankaj Tripathi and Geetanjali Kulkarni, respectively, started to research the subject of the Gujarat riot when many shocking incidents were unveiled through the process, which compelled him to make the short.

Talking about the film, Abhiroop said, “During my research about the Riots of 2002, I came across this shocking news report that said more than 150 Hindu women were also raped and murdered. This led me to a moment of reckoning: Women don’t have any religion. They are just flesh. And this became the very lens through which I wanted to revisit the riots and share this incredible true story.”

His approach to telling this story struck a chord with Rajshri Deshpande. Reflecting on her decision to support the project, the actress noted, “I liked Abhiroop’s point of view, that he got rid of all the unnecessary noise and decided to focus on a human story of survival against all odds. The fact that he chose to tell it from a woman’s perspective about the Riots makes it fresh, urgent, and all the more relevant today.”

This festival, renowned for its Oscar and European Film Awards qualifying status, received a record-breaking 4,200 submissions from 40 countries this year. Among the 148 films selected for competition, Gudgudi proudly stands as the sole representative of Indian cinema.

Gudgudi features Akash Sinha, Chetan Sharma, Kuldeep Sareen, and Shayree Sarkar. The film will be screened at OFF on the 27th, 29th, and 31st of August, offering audiences a poignant and timely reflection on the impact of violence on women and the resilience required to survive.
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Since last year, there have been reports that the sequel to Border (1997) is in the works and will star Sunny Deol yet again. In June, the makers dropped the announcement video, and it got a roaring response. It has a voiceover by Sunny Deol with a recreated version of ‘Sandese Aate Hai’, the unforgettable touching song from the first film. The video also mentioned that Border 2 would be ‘India’s biggest war film’ and it added to the hype. Along with the announcement, it also came to light that it’ll be produced by J P Dutta, daughter Nidhi Dutta and the latter’s husband Binnoy K Gandhi. Binnoy’s directorial debut Ghudchadi is all set to release on August 9 and while talking about it exclusively to Bollywood Hungama, we also asked him about Border 2.

Binnoy K Gandhi excitedly said, “We all have grown up watching Border and we all wanted to be a part of the army after watching the film! Border 2 is coming along very well. My wife Nidhi Dutta has written the script. My first reaction after reading it was ‘Wow, your father has written a great script’. She then revealed that she had written it. I refused to believe (laughs). Then, her assistant writer confirmed that Nidhi had indeed written it. It was one of the proudest moments for me. Also, it’s hard to match the first part. And here’s a girl who wants to go to Disneyland every July and suddenly one day writes a befitting script to Border (laughs)! That’s how the journey started on the sequel. As of now, it’s going great. We are planning to shoot in November.”

A lot of names are being speculated for the remainder of the cast of Border 2, from Ayushmann Khurrana to Diljit Dosanjh. Binnoy K Gandhi doesn’t comment on these reports. However, he revealed, “The star cast will be announced soon. Within a month, we are going to organize a big event where we are going to showcase the entire star cast with their characters and their getups.”

Border 2 is directed by Anurag Singh of Kesari (2019) fame.

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Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed’s much-anticipated drama, Barzakh, is facing an unexpected hurdle. The show, which has garnered significant attention and praise since its release, will be removed from YouTube in Pakistan effective August 9, 2024. The decision comes in response to a growing backlash over the show’s portrayal of queer love.

In a statement on August 6, 2024, Zindagi and the Barzakh team expressed their gratitude to the global audience for their support. They acknowledged the challenges posed by the current climate in Pakistan and made the difficult decision to withdraw the show to avoid further alienation.

“We, at Zindagi and Team Barzakh, extend our heartfelt gratitude to our global audience for their unwavering support for Barzakh – a show that was created to bring people together everywhere. But in light of the current public sentiment in Pakistan, we have made the decision to voluntarily withdraw Barzakh from YouTube Pakistan, effective August 9, 2024. This decision underscores our dedication to honouring our audiences without causing alienation,” the statement read.

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The series, directed by Asim Abbasi and produced for the streaming platform Zee5, has received extreme backlash since the release of its third episode. Barzakh has been under fire from a section of Pakistani society, with critics accusing the show of violating Islamic principles. The series has been targeted by fans and some influential figures in the Pakistani entertainment industry, who have called for a ban on the show and boycotts of its stars.

Barzakh blends magical realism with supernatural fantasy in a family reunion setting. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Hunza Valley, Barzakh invites viewers into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary. It is the story of a 76-year-old man who stuns his estranged children and grandchildren by announcing his wedding to the ghost of his first true love. This unconventional event sparks emotional revelations and confrontations as family members gather, unsure whether to celebrate or intervene. As seen in the trailer, Barzakh intricately weaves together folklore against the stunning Hunza Valley backdrop, revealing a mystical world where everyone is interconnected. Amidst the turmoil, a haunting question lingers: “When all has withered, will love endure?”

Barzakh is produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal. The series also stars Fawad M Khan, Khushhal Khan, Salman Shahid, and Sajid Hasan, among others. The series finale will air on August 6, 2024.
ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Sanam Saeed reveals auditioning for Barzakh; reuniting with Fawad Khan after a decade: “That mutual respect and love for what we do…”

“They’re making a mutual effort to ensure that this transition is as healthy and easy as possible.”

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