Drishyam Films’ ‘Newton’ bags CICAE Award in Berlin

Drishyam Films’ Newton wins the CICAE Art Cinema Award at Berlinale 2017 where it made its World Premiere

Jury calls it a “wonderful” and “exceptional” film, praising the dark humor and ironic approach of the Indian democratic elections

Berlin/ Mumbai, February 19, 2017: Drishyam Films’ next, Newton directed by Amit V Masurkar and produced by Manish Mundra which made its World Premiere at Berlinale 2017 has won the CICAE Art Cinema Award awarded by the independent jury of the International Confederation of Art House Cinemas.

Newton, starring Rajkummar Rao in the title role is a sharp political black comedy that takes place on an election day in Central India. Rajkummar Rao, whose star is on the rise following strong, highly appreciated performances in films like Aligarh and Queen, plays Newton, a rookie clerk on election duty in a conflict-ridden jungle of Chhattisgar, who tries his best to conduct free and fair voting despite the apathy of security forces and the looming fear of an attack by Maoist rebels.  More... http://www.filmytown.com/drishyam-films-newton-bags-cicae-award-berlin/

Shatrughan Sinha inaugurates Bodhisattva Int Film Fest

Bodhisattva International Film Festival (BIFF) inaugurated by Shatrughan Sinha, Sharda Sinha (Famous Singer) and Akhilendra Mishra

16 Feb 2017, Patna; Bodhisattva International Film Festival commenced with the arrival of all the dignitaries, Shri Shiv Chandra Ram – Hon’ble Minister of Art, Culture & Youth Department, Government of Bihar. The other guests of honour were Maharaja of Baroda, Shri Jeetendra singh Gaekwad, Shri Shatrughan Sinha, Sharda Sinha (Famous Singer); Akhilendra Mishra; Asadur Rehman, State head, UNICEF, Bihar.

The ceremony started with the National Anthem followed by lighting of the lamp. The ceremony was also attended by the likes of dignitaries like Aseem Bajaj, Cinematographer & Producer; Leena Yadav, Director of the opening Film Parched; Tanishttha Chatterjee, Actress – Parched & Angry India Goddesses.

Sneha Routray, President of Grameen Sneh Foundation addressed the dignitaries and the audience with a welcome speech followed by an introductory speech on “Bodhisattva International Film Festival” by Shri Akhilendra Mishra”. Maharaja of Baroda Shri Jeetendra Singh Gaekwad said “Bodhisattva International Film Festival is a great platform for culture exchange”. He added “It is an honour being in Bihar and he feels privileged to be on the soil of Aryabhatta”.

Shatrughan Sinha said “I am delighted to be in my hometown and Bodhisattva International Film Festival has brought in a great platform in Bihar for cultural exchange through cinema.”

The grand finale and prize distribution of ‘Bihar – Ek Virasat’ an initiative which was run by Grameen Sneh Foundation throughout the year in Bihar was also held with the opening ceremony of BIFF 2017. Read more...http://www.filmytown.com/shatrughan-sinha-inaugurates-bodhisattva-int-film-fest/

Mallika Sherawat makes a big Bollywood move, signs Zeenat!

Mallika Sherawat’s back in Bollywood after making news in Hollywood

Mallika Sherawat has been busy with Hollywood projects but now there’s a Bollywood film which has excited her. Director Saandesh B. Nayak’s Zeenat is all set to be her first Hindi film this year. A social drama, Zeenat focuses on relationships.

Saandesh B. Nayak confirms signing Mallika Sherawat and said, “She is extremely co-operative and is super excited about the project.”

Mallika Sherawat explains, “I feel that the script of Zeenat is a subject which is almost in the space of work that I am associated for a while now. 

As an actor, I was looking for a subject like this... more at:

http://www.filmytown.com/mallika-sherawats-back-bollywood-making-news-hollywood/