Articles for Film Production

SriiMurali collaborates with People Media Factory on a big-budget film
6 days ago

SriiMurali collaborates with People Media Factory on a big-budget film

New Indian Express  

SriiMurali, fresh off the success of Bagheera, Kannada's first superhero saga, is all set for his next project. This time, he’s joining hands with one of Telugu cinema’s powerhouse production banners, People Media Factory, for an epic venture. Currently producing the pan-Indian project The Raja Saab starring Prabhas, the production house, backed by TG Vishwa Prasad, is celebrated for its …

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‘The more there’s pushback, the more cinema will flourish’
1 week ago

‘The more there’s pushback, the more cinema will flourish’

Deccan Chronicle  

Richa Chadha has her hands full, between parenting duties and promoting her maiden production Girls Will Be Girls. Right now, I am planning the promotions for the release.” Produced by Richa and Ali’s production company Pushing Buttons, Girls will be Girls, helmed by debutante director Shuchi Talati, is a coming-of-age story of a teenage girl who shares a complicated relationship …

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Blitz is dividing critics. We discuss Steve McQueen’s latest film.
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Blitz is dividing critics. We discuss Steve McQueen’s latest film.

Slate  

On this week’s show, Slate experts June Thomas and Dan Kois fill in for Dana and Julia. First, the trio tackles Blitz, director Steve McQueen’s new film about the German bombings of London during World War II, which stars Saoirse Ronan, Harris Dickinson, and randomly, Paul Weller. For a McQueen movie, it’s quite traditional – predictable plot beats, an easy …

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Dear Evan Hansen comes to Australia
2 months, 1 week ago

Dear Evan Hansen comes to Australia

ABC  

The very first Australian production of the smash-hit coming-of-age musical Dear Evan Hansen has just opened in Sydney. The Broadway production won six Tony Awards, including one for the show's book writer, Steven Levenson. Mary Coustas is the creator of the big-haired, outspoken Greek Australian Effie who first took on the world in a stage show called Wogs Out of …

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Beijing shines as hub of filmmaking
3 months ago

Beijing shines as hub of filmmaking

China Daily  

LIN YAQI/FOR CHINA DAILY Companies attracted by high-quality development in Chaoyang district Chinese movies The Battle at Lake Changjin, Hi, Mom and The Wandering Earth have achieved remarkable results at the domestic box office. Positioned to be a hub for film production and innovation, Beijing, renowned for its rich cultural resources in China, has been dedicated to advancing the development …

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Beijing shines as hub of filmmaking
3 months ago

Beijing shines as hub of filmmaking

China Daily  

LIN YAQI/FOR CHINA DAILY Companies attracted by high-quality development in Chaoyang district Chinese movies The Battle at Lake Changjin, Hi, Mom and The Wandering Earth have achieved remarkable results at the domestic box office. Positioned to be a hub for film production and innovation, Beijing, renowned for its rich cultural resources in China, has been dedicated to advancing the development …

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Actor Siddharth’s next with Sri Ganesh goes on floors
5 months, 1 week ago

Actor Siddharth’s next with Sri Ganesh goes on floors

The Hindu  

We had earlier reported that actor Siddharth is teaming up with 8 Thottakkal director Sri Ganesh for a new film, which also stars veteran actors Sarath Kumar and Devayani, and actors Meetha Raghunath and Chaithra Achar. Arun Viswa’s production banner Shanthi Talkies took to their official social media handles to post pictures from the pooja ceremony. Tentatively called Siddharth 40, …

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Sarath Kumar, Devayani, and more join Siddharth’s film with Sri Ganesh
5 months, 1 week ago

Sarath Kumar, Devayani, and more join Siddharth’s film with Sri Ganesh

The Hindu  

We had earlier reported that actor Siddharth is teaming up with 8 Thottakkal director Sri Ganesh for a new film. On Sunday, the makers of the film, tentatively called Siddharth 40, announced that veteran actors Sarath Kumar and Devayani, and actors Meetha Raghunath and Chaithra Achar, have joined the cast of the film. Arun Viswa’s production banner Shanthi Talkies took …

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Telugu Film Industry Banking High on AP Government
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Telugu Film Industry Banking High on AP Government

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Telugu film industry has high expectations from the TD-JS-BJP alliance government. Telugu film industry sources recall that the first film studio in AP had been set up in Rajamahendravaram when AP was part of Madras Presidency. Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce vice-president M. Rama Dasu said, “We are hopeful the new government will come up with an initiative to …

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‘Ben Z’: Lokesh Kanagaraj to produce Raghava Lawrence’s next
8 months, 1 week ago

‘Ben Z’: Lokesh Kanagaraj to produce Raghava Lawrence’s next

The Hindu  

Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj will produce actor Raghava Lawrence’s upcoming film titled Ben Z, the makers announced on Sunday with a title poster. Thank you everyone for… pic.twitter.com/MOVB12Puh4 — Lokesh Kanagaraj April 14, 2024 Details regarding the cast, crew and plot remain unknown at the moment. Ben Z will be produced by Lokesh in association with Sudhan Sundaram and Jagadish Palanisamy …

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Amy Winehouse biopic clip receives brutal reactions online as viewers criticise ‘cheap’ production
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Amy Winehouse biopic clip receives brutal reactions online as viewers criticise ‘cheap’ production

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A new clip from the upcoming Amy Winehouse biopic Back to …

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Theatres and film production are given a major boost in Jeremy Hunt's budget as stars praise 'lifeline' for the performing arts
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Theatres and film production are given a major boost in Jeremy Hunt's budget as stars praise 'lifeline' for the performing arts

Daily Mail  

Theatres and film production will get a major boost to protect the UK's creative industries, Jeremy Hunt said yesterday. Producers Andrew Lloyd Webber, Sir Cameron Mackintosh and Sir Sam Mendes hailed the move as providing a 'lifeline' for the performing arts. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a permanent rate for theatre tax relief as he vowed to make the UK second …

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Netflix taps ‘Sherlock Holmes’ producer Dan Lin as film division boss
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Netflix taps ‘Sherlock Holmes’ producer Dan Lin as film division boss

The Hindu  

Netflix said on Wednesday that Dan Lin, one of the producers of the hit mystery thriller Sherlock Holmes and the Lego movies, will succeed Scott Stuber as its film division boss. Lin and Netflix previously worked together on projects including the Oscar-nominated film The Two Popes, and the live-action series Avatar: The Last Airbender, the company said. Lin, who will …

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Alia Bhatt to co-produce her next project Jigra with Karan Johar; film to release on THIS date
1 year, 2 months ago

Alia Bhatt to co-produce her next project Jigra with Karan Johar; film to release on THIS date

India TV News  

Bollywood diva Alia Bhatt, who recently announced her second production venture titled Jigra, said that she turned producer to tell stories that evoke emotions and leave an impact. Check out the post: In the caption, she expressed her excitement of joining hands with the Karan Johar, who introduced her to the Hindi cinema and wrote, ''Presenting #Jigra, directed by the …

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'LGM' trailer out. MS Dhoni, Sakshi's production venture to release in July
1 year, 5 months ago

'LGM' trailer out. MS Dhoni, Sakshi's production venture to release in July

India Today  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his wife, Sakshi Dhoni, announced their maiden production venture, 'LGM' a few months ago. On July 10, Dhoni and Sakshi arrived in Chennai to launch the audio and trailer of the film. 'LGM' TRAILER IS OUT On July 9, MS Dhoni and Sakshi were seen at the Chennai airport amid tight security. Here's the trailer: The …

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It’s a wrap for Lakshmy Ramakrishnan’s ‘Are You Ok Baby’, starring Samuthirakani and Mysskin; first look out
1 year, 5 months ago

It’s a wrap for Lakshmy Ramakrishnan’s ‘Are You Ok Baby’, starring Samuthirakani and Mysskin; first look out

The Hindu  

Directors-turned-actors Samuthirakani and Mysskin are teaming up for Lakshmy Ramakrishnan’s new film titled Are You Ok Baby. Very happy to share the #firstlook of #AreYouokBaby, we need your wishes ❤️ pic.twitter.com/bX7c1gAbrN — Lakshmy Ramakrishnan June 28, 2023 Said to be a mix of genres, the film also stars Abhirami, Muruga Ashok, Paval Navaneethan, Robo Shankar, Vinodhini and Lakshmy Ramakrishnan. In …

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Amazon Prime Video to stream Kangana Ranaut’s new production on 23 June
1 year, 6 months ago

Amazon Prime Video to stream Kangana Ranaut’s new production on 23 June

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Kangana Ranaut’s new production Tiku Weds Sheru starring Nawzuddin Siddiqui will premiere directly on Amazon Prime Video on 23 June. Movie theatres across India may be running at full capacity, but box office opportunities for small and medium-budget films is shrinking, pushing them to release on streaming services. Even though these films, featuring bankable stars were meant for …

After Agent failure, Ram Charan to help Akhil Akkineni with a film in his production?
1 year, 6 months ago

After Agent failure, Ram Charan to help Akhil Akkineni with a film in his production?

India Today  

Akhil Akkineni was recently seen as director Surender Reddy's Agent. It is said that Ram Charan and Vikram of UV Creations recently started a production house and will join hands with Akhil Akkineni for a film. After starting his production house, Ram Charan, in a statement said, "We at V Mega Pictures are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and collaborative …

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Chennai-based producers cheat Mumbai-based content aggregator of ₹1.54 crore
1 year, 8 months ago

Chennai-based producers cheat Mumbai-based content aggregator of ₹1.54 crore

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Content aggregator and licenser Sanjay Bachani has registered a cheating complaint against Rajarajan SN and Vishnunath Murali, the Chennai-based producers of the Tamil film ‘1945’. Chennai-based producers cheat Mumbai-based content aggregator of ₹ 1.54 crore The cheating case was registered with the Khar police on March 13. The police were told that Rajarajan, who owns K Productions and primarily …

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L.A. film shoots dive 20% in final quarter of 2022 as production returns to 2019 levels
1 year, 11 months ago

L.A. film shoots dive 20% in final quarter of 2022 as production returns to 2019 levels

LA Times  

Larry David stars in “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” The HBO show was among those filming in L.A. in the last quarter. On-location filming in Los Angeles took a dive in the fourth quarter of last year as studios pared back movie and TV production that surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. From October to December, Los Angeles County recorded 8,674 shoot days, …

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Janhvi Kapoor says her approach towards Mili being a home production was different. Here's how
2 years, 1 month ago

Janhvi Kapoor says her approach towards Mili being a home production was different. Here's how

India TV News  

Actress Janhvi Kapoor recently opened up about difficulties faced by a producer, especially when artists are not cooperative. The actress was speaking at a press conference to promote her upcoming movie "Mili", which is produced by her father Boney Kapoor when she addressed the issue. Janhvi Kapoor on Mili Mili might be a home production for Janhvi but the actress …

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Anne Hathaway to star in the romance drama 'The Idea Of You'
2 years, 3 months ago

Anne Hathaway to star in the romance drama 'The Idea Of You'

Firstpost  

Anne Hathaway will feature a forthcoming film in light of “The Idea of You”, the fan-fiction book propelled by music star Harry Styles. Michael Showalter, the filmmaker behind hits like “The Big Sick” and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye”, will direct the project, which comes from streaming service Prime Video, reported entertainment news outlet Deadline. Working for 20 years in …

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WCC Case : Kerala High Court Urges AMMA, FEFKA & Other Film Bodies To Form Joint Committee To Redress Grievances Of Women Artists & Employees
2 years, 9 months ago

WCC Case : Kerala High Court Urges AMMA, FEFKA & Other Film Bodies To Form Joint Committee To Redress Grievances Of Women Artists & Employees

Live Law  

The Kerala High Court has made an appeal to the various organisations of the Malayalam film industry to form a joint committee to redress the grievances of women artists and employees regarding sexual harassment at workplace.A division bench comprising Chief Justice S Manikumar and Justice Shaji P Chaly made the observation while deciding a PIL filed by Women in Cinema …

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Delhi film policy: Subsidy, awards, single-window clearance system on the cards
2 years, 9 months ago

Delhi film policy: Subsidy, awards, single-window clearance system on the cards

Hindustan Times  

The Delhi cabinet on Thursday approved the Delhi Film Policy, 2022, which provides a subsidy of up to ₹3 crore for film production in the city and incentivises hiring of local talents, with deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia saying that the idea is to promote the national capital as a hub for modern filmmaking. Addressing a press conference after the …

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