India’s Sandeep Singh will direct “The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj,” a biopic of revered 17th century Indian ruler Shivaji Bhonsle.
Singh has produced several acclaimed films including Toronto title, boxing biopic “Mary Kom” (2014), where he served as co-producer, Asia Pacific Screen Awards-winning gay rights drama “Aligarh” (2015) and slum soccer film “Jhund” (2022). He made his directorial debut with ZEE5 streaming original, the transgender-themed “Safed” (2023). The Shivaji biopic will be his first theatrical feature film as director.
Shivaji (1630-1680), who hailed from the Hindu religion, founded the Maratha empire when most of India was under the rule of Muslim monarchs, winning his territories using a mixture of military moves and strategic nous. At a time when the Moghul emperor Aurangzeb was persecuting Hindus, the community rallied by Shivaji, who was crowned as Chhatrapati (monarch). During India’s independence movement, Shivaji was held in high esteem as a Hindu nationalist hero,...
Singh has produced several acclaimed films including Toronto title, boxing biopic “Mary Kom” (2014), where he served as co-producer, Asia Pacific Screen Awards-winning gay rights drama “Aligarh” (2015) and slum soccer film “Jhund” (2022). He made his directorial debut with ZEE5 streaming original, the transgender-themed “Safed” (2023). The Shivaji biopic will be his first theatrical feature film as director.
Shivaji (1630-1680), who hailed from the Hindu religion, founded the Maratha empire when most of India was under the rule of Muslim monarchs, winning his territories using a mixture of military moves and strategic nous. At a time when the Moghul emperor Aurangzeb was persecuting Hindus, the community rallied by Shivaji, who was crowned as Chhatrapati (monarch). During India’s independence movement, Shivaji was held in high esteem as a Hindu nationalist hero,...
- 2/16/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Gandhinagar, Gujarat – (Filmfare Awards 2024): The 69th edition of the prestigious Filmfare Awards unfolded in grandeur on Sunday, featuring dazzling performances hosted by the charismatic Karan Johar. The star-studded event witnessed a celebration of cinematic excellence, honoring the outstanding talents in the film industry.
Filmfare Awards 2024 full list of winners:CategoryNomineeMovie Winner Best Film (Popular)12th Fail–WinnerJawan–Omg 2–Pathaan–Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani–Best Film (Critics)12th Fail–Bheed–Faraaz–Joram–WinnerSam Bahadur–Three Of Us–Zwigato–Best DirectorAmir Rai (Omg 2)–Atlee (Jawan)–Karan Johar (Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani)–Sandeep Reddy Vanga (Animal)–Siddharth Anand (Pathaan)–Vidhu Vinod Chopra (12th Fail)–WinnerBest Actor In A Leading RoleRanbir Kapoor (Animal)–WinnerRanveer Singh (Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani)–Shah Rukh Khan (Dunki)–Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan)–Sunny Deol (Gadar 2)–Vicky Kaushal (Sam Bahadur)–Best Actor (Critics)Abhishek Bachchan (Ghoomer)–Jaideep Ahlawat (Three Of Us)–Manoj Bajpayee (Joram...
Filmfare Awards 2024 full list of winners:CategoryNomineeMovie Winner Best Film (Popular)12th Fail–WinnerJawan–Omg 2–Pathaan–Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani–Best Film (Critics)12th Fail–Bheed–Faraaz–Joram–WinnerSam Bahadur–Three Of Us–Zwigato–Best DirectorAmir Rai (Omg 2)–Atlee (Jawan)–Karan Johar (Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani)–Sandeep Reddy Vanga (Animal)–Siddharth Anand (Pathaan)–Vidhu Vinod Chopra (12th Fail)–WinnerBest Actor In A Leading RoleRanbir Kapoor (Animal)–WinnerRanveer Singh (Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani)–Shah Rukh Khan (Dunki)–Shah Rukh Khan (Jawan)–Sunny Deol (Gadar 2)–Vicky Kaushal (Sam Bahadur)–Best Actor (Critics)Abhishek Bachchan (Ghoomer)–Jaideep Ahlawat (Three Of Us)–Manoj Bajpayee (Joram...
- 1/29/2024
- by Chesta Singh
- ReferSMS
Ahead of the festival of lights, the digital platforms are brimming with fresh exciting titles, that will keep you on the edge-of-your seat. From Ishaan Khatter-starrer ‘Pippa’, to inspiring tale ‘Ghoomer’ featuring Abhishek Bachchan, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention.
‘Valatty’
A tale of tails, ‘Valatty’ is a Malayalam adventure comedy drama written and directed by Devan Jayakumar. It stars the voices of Roshan Mathew, Raveena Ravi, Soubin Shahir, Sunny Wayne, Saiju Kurup, and Aju Varghese. The makers have used real dogs as actors without VFX in the movie. It will be streaming from November 7 on Disney+Hotstar in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
‘Vigilante’
The Korean series ‘Vigilante’ stars Nam Joo-hyuk, Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Joon-hyuk, and Kim So-jin. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Kim Gyu-sam, it follows a model student from the...
‘Valatty’
A tale of tails, ‘Valatty’ is a Malayalam adventure comedy drama written and directed by Devan Jayakumar. It stars the voices of Roshan Mathew, Raveena Ravi, Soubin Shahir, Sunny Wayne, Saiju Kurup, and Aju Varghese. The makers have used real dogs as actors without VFX in the movie. It will be streaming from November 7 on Disney+Hotstar in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
‘Vigilante’
The Korean series ‘Vigilante’ stars Nam Joo-hyuk, Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Joon-hyuk, and Kim So-jin. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Kim Gyu-sam, it follows a model student from the...
- 11/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Ahead of the festival of lights, the digital platforms are brimming with fresh exciting titles, that will keep you on the edge-of-your seat. From Ishaan Khatter-starrer ‘Pippa’, to inspiring tale ‘Ghoomer’ featuring Abhishek Bachchan, here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention.
‘Valatty’
A tale of tails, ‘Valatty’ is a Malayalam adventure comedy drama written and directed by Devan Jayakumar. It stars the voices of Roshan Mathew, Raveena Ravi, Soubin Shahir, Sunny Wayne, Saiju Kurup, and Aju Varghese. The makers have used real dogs as actors without VFX in the movie. It will be streaming from November 7 on Disney+Hotstar in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
‘Vigilante’
The Korean series ‘Vigilante’ stars Nam Joo-hyuk, Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Joon-hyuk, and Kim So-jin. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Kim Gyu-sam, it follows a model student from the...
‘Valatty’
A tale of tails, ‘Valatty’ is a Malayalam adventure comedy drama written and directed by Devan Jayakumar. It stars the voices of Roshan Mathew, Raveena Ravi, Soubin Shahir, Sunny Wayne, Saiju Kurup, and Aju Varghese. The makers have used real dogs as actors without VFX in the movie. It will be streaming from November 7 on Disney+Hotstar in Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
‘Vigilante’
The Korean series ‘Vigilante’ stars Nam Joo-hyuk, Yoo Ji-tae, Lee Joon-hyuk, and Kim So-jin. Based on the Naver webtoon of the same name by Kim Gyu-sam, it follows a model student from the...
- 11/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Saiyami Kher has taken a bold stance, shedding light on the prevailing dearth of support for women-oriented stories in the Indian film industry. Drawing inspiration from the iconic hand pump scene in the mega-hit Sunny Deol-starrer Gadar, Saiyami serves as a powerful call to action.
In the video, Saiyami pays homage to the memorable hand pump scene from Gadar, reimagining it in her own style. With finesse and flair, she imitates the iconic moment, pulling out the pump, only to toss it away in a Ghoomer-style move reminiscent of her latest film Ghoomer.
Her message is: “Girls, too, are capable of achieving victory for Hindustan.” A tag to Sunny Deol accompanies her post, expressing gratitude for the inspiration he embodies.
Saiyami told Ians: “I have been overwhelmed by the response Ghoomer has got by the people who have watched it. I hope it can reach more people. It...
In the video, Saiyami pays homage to the memorable hand pump scene from Gadar, reimagining it in her own style. With finesse and flair, she imitates the iconic moment, pulling out the pump, only to toss it away in a Ghoomer-style move reminiscent of her latest film Ghoomer.
Her message is: “Girls, too, are capable of achieving victory for Hindustan.” A tag to Sunny Deol accompanies her post, expressing gratitude for the inspiration he embodies.
Saiyami told Ians: “I have been overwhelmed by the response Ghoomer has got by the people who have watched it. I hope it can reach more people. It...
- 8/26/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Aug 22 (Ians) Actress Saiyami Kher hosted a screening of ‘Ghoomer’, where the God of cricket Sachin Tendulkar himself saw the film and praised her performance in the movie.
Post the screening, he even requested Saiyami to show him the Ghoomer bowling.
Saiyami gladly obliged leaving Sachin speechless.
He even appreciated Saiyami’s performance saying, “Saiyami look very authentic. Her love for cricket and her ability to understand the character was amazing.”
Saiyami posted the video on social media, saying, “What’s the one dream you had as a child that you never thought could never come true? Mine was that someday, I would get to meet my hero, my inspiration, my teacher. I have loved and learnt this game watching him play. I’ve bunked college to watch him play.”
She said that she had the loudest “Sachinnn Sachhhin” chant in the North Stand.
“So, I can’t seem...
Post the screening, he even requested Saiyami to show him the Ghoomer bowling.
Saiyami gladly obliged leaving Sachin speechless.
He even appreciated Saiyami’s performance saying, “Saiyami look very authentic. Her love for cricket and her ability to understand the character was amazing.”
Saiyami posted the video on social media, saying, “What’s the one dream you had as a child that you never thought could never come true? Mine was that someday, I would get to meet my hero, my inspiration, my teacher. I have loved and learnt this game watching him play. I’ve bunked college to watch him play.”
She said that she had the loudest “Sachinnn Sachhhin” chant in the North Stand.
“So, I can’t seem...
- 8/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Aug 21 (Ians) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has sent a heartwarming appreciation note to actress Saiyami Kher for her performance in the latest release ‘Ghoomer’, directed by R. Balki.
In the film, Saiyami essays the role of Anina, a determined athlete who, due to an unfortunate accident loses her right arm, finds strength again to become a history-defying sportsperson.
Saiyami took to social media, sharing the letter which expressed: “In admiration – your grit, your sincerity, your level-headed performance and the brilliance of your presence in Ghoomer. May the accolades never diminish for you” said Big B in the letter.
Saiyami said on social media: “I remember seeing a short film called “Looking for Amitabh” on how the visually challenged perceive this icon. From describing his trademark baritone to the sound of his shoes, or the scent of his perfume.
“We don’t even see Mr. Bachchan, but we can experience the impact created by this superstar.
In the film, Saiyami essays the role of Anina, a determined athlete who, due to an unfortunate accident loses her right arm, finds strength again to become a history-defying sportsperson.
Saiyami took to social media, sharing the letter which expressed: “In admiration – your grit, your sincerity, your level-headed performance and the brilliance of your presence in Ghoomer. May the accolades never diminish for you” said Big B in the letter.
Saiyami said on social media: “I remember seeing a short film called “Looking for Amitabh” on how the visually challenged perceive this icon. From describing his trademark baritone to the sound of his shoes, or the scent of his perfume.
“We don’t even see Mr. Bachchan, but we can experience the impact created by this superstar.
- 8/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Abhishek Bachchan and megastar Amitabh Bachchan presented a “drunken act” on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, leaving everyone in splits. In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’- Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and filmmaker R Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ (Kbc).
Before the ‘Super Sandook’ section began, R Balki said, “Abhishek is playing a drunk coach in Ghoomer.” The filmmaker says to Amitabh Bachchan “you are an icon ‘Sharaabi’”, referring to his character in the movie 1984 movie ‘Sharaabi’, in which Amitabh played the character of Vicky Kapoor. Balki requested that the father-son duo recreate one drunk scene.
The crowd cheered and shouted ‘Ab’. Abhishek said, “dekhiye Og to yeh hain”, pointing to Amitabh. He says there are so many scenes where he has played the drunk character like in movies ‘Satte Pe Satta’, ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’. But my favourite is from...
Before the ‘Super Sandook’ section began, R Balki said, “Abhishek is playing a drunk coach in Ghoomer.” The filmmaker says to Amitabh Bachchan “you are an icon ‘Sharaabi’”, referring to his character in the movie 1984 movie ‘Sharaabi’, in which Amitabh played the character of Vicky Kapoor. Balki requested that the father-son duo recreate one drunk scene.
The crowd cheered and shouted ‘Ab’. Abhishek said, “dekhiye Og to yeh hain”, pointing to Amitabh. He says there are so many scenes where he has played the drunk character like in movies ‘Satte Pe Satta’, ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’. But my favourite is from...
- 8/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actor Abhishek Bachchan, who graced the stage of quiz-based reality show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, spun the game show and took the seat of the host, replacing his father and megastar Amitabh Bachchan.
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’- Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and filmmaker R. Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ (Kbc).
Abhishek, who wore a blue suit with blue tie paired with yellow glasses, made a smooth transition from the contestant’s hotseat to the host’s seat, orchestrating a unique role reversal with father Amitabh.
During the episode, Big B says: “I ran out of breath”. To which Abhishek says: “Now you can rest since you ran out of breath. Since we are here for ‘Ghoomer’, I thought that it’s a great chance to spin the game.” He says to Amitabh you can come and sit here in my place,...
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’- Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and filmmaker R. Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ (Kbc).
Abhishek, who wore a blue suit with blue tie paired with yellow glasses, made a smooth transition from the contestant’s hotseat to the host’s seat, orchestrating a unique role reversal with father Amitabh.
During the episode, Big B says: “I ran out of breath”. To which Abhishek says: “Now you can rest since you ran out of breath. Since we are here for ‘Ghoomer’, I thought that it’s a great chance to spin the game.” He says to Amitabh you can come and sit here in my place,...
- 8/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Aug 19 (Ians) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi has expressed her desire to sit on the hot seat of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ someday, hosted by megastar Amitabh Bachchan.
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’ — Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and filmmaker R Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15′(Kbc).
During the episode, a tune of the bugle was played. Big B says responding to the sound: “badlaav ke iss daur me, desh ke sath sath Kbc me bhi ek badlaav ki pehel shuru ho chuki hai, jisme desh ki janta hamare studio audience se sawal karti hai.”
“Let’s see which citizen of India has asked the question today,” he said. The location in the video played on the screen shows of Maharashtra.
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi appears on screen and says, “Adaab Amitabh ji. Itne saalon ke baad finally I am on Kbc.
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’ — Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and filmmaker R Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15′(Kbc).
During the episode, a tune of the bugle was played. Big B says responding to the sound: “badlaav ke iss daur me, desh ke sath sath Kbc me bhi ek badlaav ki pehel shuru ho chuki hai, jisme desh ki janta hamare studio audience se sawal karti hai.”
“Let’s see which citizen of India has asked the question today,” he said. The location in the video played on the screen shows of Maharashtra.
Veteran actress Shabana Azmi appears on screen and says, “Adaab Amitabh ji. Itne saalon ke baad finally I am on Kbc.
- 8/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
New Delhi, Aug 19 (Ians) Actress Saiyami Kher went down the memory lane and recalled how her maternal grandmother used to dedicate her love for ‘one hour’ to megastar Amitabh Bachchan.
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’ — Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and R Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ (Kbc).
The host of the quiz reality show, Big B introduced the filmmaker R Balki, Saiyami to the audiences, and then said indicating to his son and actor Abhishek: “I don’t know who is he”. Hearing this, the audience and Junior Bachchan gave a hearty laugh.
Abhishek imitates Big B’s voice and says latter’s famous dialogue ‘Rishte me to ham tumhare… “, to which Big B says ‘aye…’ and they shared a laugh.
The signature dialogue “Rishte mein toh hum tumhare baap lagte hai, naam hai Shahenshah”, is from Amitabh’s 1988 vigilante...
In the special episode, the star cast of ‘Ghoomer’ — Abhishek Bachchan, Saiyami Kher and R Balki, were present on the set of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ (Kbc).
The host of the quiz reality show, Big B introduced the filmmaker R Balki, Saiyami to the audiences, and then said indicating to his son and actor Abhishek: “I don’t know who is he”. Hearing this, the audience and Junior Bachchan gave a hearty laugh.
Abhishek imitates Big B’s voice and says latter’s famous dialogue ‘Rishte me to ham tumhare… “, to which Big B says ‘aye…’ and they shared a laugh.
The signature dialogue “Rishte mein toh hum tumhare baap lagte hai, naam hai Shahenshah”, is from Amitabh’s 1988 vigilante...
- 8/19/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
After Cheeni Kum, Paa & Shamitabh, Ghoomer is R Balki’s fourth venture with the Bachchan’s and it pretty much appears that the Balki-Bachchan combination proves to be a success formula. R Balki’s ‘Ghoomer’, is about Anina (Saiyami Kher), a batter inching towards a place in the National side; where Abhishek Bachchan (as Padam Singh Sodhi aka Paddy) takes centre stage in a role that defies conventions and expectations. The two are ably supported by Shabana Azmi (as Anina’s Dadi) and Angad Bedi.
R Balki reunites with Abhishek Bachchan
With Ghoomer, Balki has tried to fit in quite a few inspiring examples stitched into one in the form of a single narrative. There have been sports films in the past too featuring a guru-shishya model with a very strict guru imparting training with his own ways so the shishya achieves what the guru could not or was unable to.
R Balki reunites with Abhishek Bachchan
With Ghoomer, Balki has tried to fit in quite a few inspiring examples stitched into one in the form of a single narrative. There have been sports films in the past too featuring a guru-shishya model with a very strict guru imparting training with his own ways so the shishya achieves what the guru could not or was unable to.
- 8/18/2023
- by Nitin Jain
- GlamSham
Ghoomer
Ghoomer is a very odd title for a film about a one-handed female bowler who learns the hard way to beat the odds. Like all of R. Balki’s unconventional yet mainstream films , this gem of a film moves at its own volition.
Outwardly Ghoomer looks like yet another rise-and-shine sports drama about a karma-traumatized cricketer and a burnt-out cricket coach who lives with his trans-gender adopted sister in a cottage in the wilderness . The location is a significant detail . It is here, far away from the deafening crowd that the emotionally gutted Anina (her name can be spelt forward and backward: a significant detail considering how determinedly she moves forward after life flings her backward) regains her mojo.
Watching Abhishek’s gruff act as the alcoholic former cricketer on an emotional slow-burn brings the actor closer to his darkest emotions than he has ever been before. Abhishek’s Padam Singh Sodhi,...
Ghoomer is a very odd title for a film about a one-handed female bowler who learns the hard way to beat the odds. Like all of R. Balki’s unconventional yet mainstream films , this gem of a film moves at its own volition.
Outwardly Ghoomer looks like yet another rise-and-shine sports drama about a karma-traumatized cricketer and a burnt-out cricket coach who lives with his trans-gender adopted sister in a cottage in the wilderness . The location is a significant detail . It is here, far away from the deafening crowd that the emotionally gutted Anina (her name can be spelt forward and backward: a significant detail considering how determinedly she moves forward after life flings her backward) regains her mojo.
Watching Abhishek’s gruff act as the alcoholic former cricketer on an emotional slow-burn brings the actor closer to his darkest emotions than he has ever been before. Abhishek’s Padam Singh Sodhi,...
- 8/18/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Saiyami Kher mentions a lot of preparation – physical and mental – went into creating her character in her upcoming movie ‘Ghoomer’, where she is playing a cricketer, a para athlete who has lost one arm. One of the biggest inspirations was ace cricketer Yuvraj Singh. The explosive batsman helped her prepare mentally for the role.
Saiyami says, “For me Ghoomer is a film about triumph. And Yuvi’s career has been an inspiring triumph. A sports person does not just prepare physically but also mentally. I feel Yuvraj’s story has been a story that has inspired me and many like me. To be at the peak of his career and then go through cancer and come back from there speaks volumes about his mental tenacity. Yuvi has known my love for cricket, I can’t wait for him to see it.”
The movie is directed by R Balki and the story,...
Saiyami says, “For me Ghoomer is a film about triumph. And Yuvi’s career has been an inspiring triumph. A sports person does not just prepare physically but also mentally. I feel Yuvraj’s story has been a story that has inspired me and many like me. To be at the peak of his career and then go through cancer and come back from there speaks volumes about his mental tenacity. Yuvi has known my love for cricket, I can’t wait for him to see it.”
The movie is directed by R Balki and the story,...
- 8/17/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Mumbai, Aug 15 (Ians) Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan was left in tears after he watched the upcoming film ‘Ghoomer’, starring his son Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher, back to back twice.
Amitabh wrote on his blog: “So yes saw Ghoomer back to back twice .. Sunday afternoon .. and then at night again .. and the verdict is beyond mention .. simply Incredible .. eyes have been in the aqua flow from the very first frame .. and when the progeny is involved , they flow copiously .. and each reaction has some wonder in their thoughts and words and deeds .. each notices something that is so endearing and appealing.”
Amitabh shared that the emotions of the film relate to cricket, the tale of a girl and her ambition.
“But it is really the feel of the depiction and its impress upon not just the game, but of the effect of family , of the Mother , of what middle India stands for in our lives…...
Amitabh wrote on his blog: “So yes saw Ghoomer back to back twice .. Sunday afternoon .. and then at night again .. and the verdict is beyond mention .. simply Incredible .. eyes have been in the aqua flow from the very first frame .. and when the progeny is involved , they flow copiously .. and each reaction has some wonder in their thoughts and words and deeds .. each notices something that is so endearing and appealing.”
Amitabh shared that the emotions of the film relate to cricket, the tale of a girl and her ambition.
“But it is really the feel of the depiction and its impress upon not just the game, but of the effect of family , of the Mother , of what middle India stands for in our lives…...
- 8/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
There are films on sports. Then there are films on the spirit of sportsmanship. R Balki’s Ghoomer seems to be both.The trailer,in one word, is empowering. It shows the wonderfully talented Saiyami Kher as a cricketer who loses her hand.
“I want to die,” her agonizing scream will haunt you for a long time.
Abhishek Bachchan, in what looks like his career’s best performance, plays Saiyami’s burnt-out coach, looking out for some kind of redemption to his fast-fading existence.
The story of our lives told without tears trickling down every frame.
Although the trailer is just a few minutes long it conveys a far-reaching connectivity between destiny and the human spirit. I also noticed how Balki, the moviemaking magician, has denuded the tragedy of all sentimentality.
This girl has no time for tears. She needs to rebuild her life and dreams without losing time. Ghoomer...
“I want to die,” her agonizing scream will haunt you for a long time.
Abhishek Bachchan, in what looks like his career’s best performance, plays Saiyami’s burnt-out coach, looking out for some kind of redemption to his fast-fading existence.
The story of our lives told without tears trickling down every frame.
Although the trailer is just a few minutes long it conveys a far-reaching connectivity between destiny and the human spirit. I also noticed how Balki, the moviemaking magician, has denuded the tragedy of all sentimentality.
This girl has no time for tears. She needs to rebuild her life and dreams without losing time. Ghoomer...
- 8/5/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Abhishek Bachchan’s prolific run continues as he promises to deliver a masterpiece with Ghoomer, collaborating with the visionary R Balki, who has written and directed this film. The trailer promises to bring the audience together for a nation that breathes cinema and cricket in unison. The perfect blend features an ensemble star cast, including Shabana Azmi, Saiyami Kher, and Angad Bedi, playing key roles. Astonishing everyone, the trailer gives you a glimpse of Amitabh Bachchan, whose presence itself enlightens the trailer.
What engages the audience till the end of the trailer is Abhishek Bachchan’s powerful performance as a coach, whose pain converts into achieving someone’s dream. The film depicts an extraordinary journey of a cricketer whose life meets tragedy with an unexpected accident that leaves Saiyami with only one hand.
Post the accident, Saiyami becomes a lefty and attempts many times to end her life, but that’s when Abhishek Bachchan enters.
What engages the audience till the end of the trailer is Abhishek Bachchan’s powerful performance as a coach, whose pain converts into achieving someone’s dream. The film depicts an extraordinary journey of a cricketer whose life meets tragedy with an unexpected accident that leaves Saiyami with only one hand.
Post the accident, Saiyami becomes a lefty and attempts many times to end her life, but that’s when Abhishek Bachchan enters.
- 8/5/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher’s inspiring sports drama is all set hit the theatres on August 18. Ahead of the same, the makers dropped the trailer of the same offering audiences a glimpse into a world of emotions, inspiration, and transformative storytelling. Helmed by R. Balki, Ghoomer promises to redefine the landscape of sports films in India.
Abhishek Bachchan portrays the character of a coach, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with a paraplegic sportsperson, played by the brilliant Saiyami Kher. Their journey together unfolds against societal challenges and personal struggles, all while guided by director R. Balki’s distinctive storytelling prowess.
The trailer shows with Saiyami playing cricket and getting selected for the national women’s team. A happy Saiyami Kher celebrates the moment with her family, including Shabana Azmi, who roots for her. Angad Bedi is seen as her love interest.
Things turn bleak...
Abhishek Bachchan portrays the character of a coach, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he crosses paths with a paraplegic sportsperson, played by the brilliant Saiyami Kher. Their journey together unfolds against societal challenges and personal struggles, all while guided by director R. Balki’s distinctive storytelling prowess.
The trailer shows with Saiyami playing cricket and getting selected for the national women’s team. A happy Saiyami Kher celebrates the moment with her family, including Shabana Azmi, who roots for her. Angad Bedi is seen as her love interest.
Things turn bleak...
- 8/4/2023
- by Shweta Ghadashi
- GlamSham
New Delhi, July 31 (Ians) The first look motion poster of Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher starrer ‘Ghoomer’, which was unveiled by the makers on Monday, is a powerful depiction of an amputee female cricketer, and her determination to play for the country, despite facing physical challenges.
The 34 second teaser starts with a voiceover saying, “Logically ek haath se koi desh ke liye khel sakta hai? No.”
The Reel video shows a hard hitting glimpse of Saiyami as Anina, a paraplegic sportsperson, who has her right arm amputee, and is holding a cricket ball in her left hand. She is wearing a white sports uniform.
We then see a glimpse of Abhishek as a coach, in an intense and thoughtful look, wearing a black jipper, and a matching tshirt and joggers.
The voiceover further can be heard saying, “Lekin ye life na logic ka khel nahi hai. Magic ka Khel hai.
The 34 second teaser starts with a voiceover saying, “Logically ek haath se koi desh ke liye khel sakta hai? No.”
The Reel video shows a hard hitting glimpse of Saiyami as Anina, a paraplegic sportsperson, who has her right arm amputee, and is holding a cricket ball in her left hand. She is wearing a white sports uniform.
We then see a glimpse of Abhishek as a coach, in an intense and thoughtful look, wearing a black jipper, and a matching tshirt and joggers.
The voiceover further can be heard saying, “Lekin ye life na logic ka khel nahi hai. Magic ka Khel hai.
- 7/31/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
One of the most beautiful actresses of Bollywood, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s recent airport look has left fans disappointed, calling her fashion sense a “disaster”.
Aishwarya was recently snapped at the Mumbai international airport with her actor husband Abhishek Bachchan and their daughter Aaradhaya, in the wee hours of Saturday. The Bachchan family seemed to have returned from a vacation, and they were all smiles for the cameras.
The former Miss World was seen wearing an all black outfit, paired with a red watch. Her hair had golden streaks, and she kept her tresses open. With her signature red lips, she flaunted her smile.
Abhishek wore a grey jumper tee, blue denims, black cap, white sneakers, and a spectacle with red frames. While, Aaradhya wore a lavender coloured sweatshirt, blue denims and a blingy hair-band.
Aaradhya was seen greeting the paparazzi with ‘Namaste’, while they came out of the airport.
Aishwarya was recently snapped at the Mumbai international airport with her actor husband Abhishek Bachchan and their daughter Aaradhaya, in the wee hours of Saturday. The Bachchan family seemed to have returned from a vacation, and they were all smiles for the cameras.
The former Miss World was seen wearing an all black outfit, paired with a red watch. Her hair had golden streaks, and she kept her tresses open. With her signature red lips, she flaunted her smile.
Abhishek wore a grey jumper tee, blue denims, black cap, white sneakers, and a spectacle with red frames. While, Aaradhya wore a lavender coloured sweatshirt, blue denims and a blingy hair-band.
Aaradhya was seen greeting the paparazzi with ‘Namaste’, while they came out of the airport.
- 7/22/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress Saiyami Kher has pledged to support young female athletes. The actress said she wants to do her bit for the girls who want to pursue sports.
The actress, who will be seen playing a para athlete in the upcoming movie ‘Ghoomer’, said: “I have always wished to do something for girls in sports and I am trying to do my bit. I am very glad that there is so much being done for women in sport now. At this point, even if my involvement is in a small way, I believe every drop in the ocean counts.”
“Kavita Raut (India’s long distance runner) was sponsored first by an Ngo started by my parents in Nasik. And I feel so proud to see all that she’s achieved. Just feel that if I can contribute to helping young female athletes achieve their dreams, I would be very happy,” the actress said.
The actress, who will be seen playing a para athlete in the upcoming movie ‘Ghoomer’, said: “I have always wished to do something for girls in sports and I am trying to do my bit. I am very glad that there is so much being done for women in sport now. At this point, even if my involvement is in a small way, I believe every drop in the ocean counts.”
“Kavita Raut (India’s long distance runner) was sponsored first by an Ngo started by my parents in Nasik. And I feel so proud to see all that she’s achieved. Just feel that if I can contribute to helping young female athletes achieve their dreams, I would be very happy,” the actress said.
- 5/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Saiyami Kher is known for picking her roles very carefully and has made some of the most versatile choices. In the latest, Saiyami is teaming up with Gulshan Devaiah for her next, which is an untitled drama genre film. The project is being produced by Anurag Kashyap and currently it’s been shot in Hyderabad.
This won’t be the first time that both actors will team up. Earlier, the duo had worked together in the anthology ‘Unpaused’ Season 1, produced by Amazon Prime.
Saiyami says, “It is an interesting project and something that will stay with people for a long time. Gulshan is an amazing actor, extremely creative, extremely versatile. We worked together for Unpaused Season 1 and there is a comfort level working with him. Unfortunately, I can’t reveal much about it but I can promise you that the wait will be worth it.”
Saiyami is looking forward to...
This won’t be the first time that both actors will team up. Earlier, the duo had worked together in the anthology ‘Unpaused’ Season 1, produced by Amazon Prime.
Saiyami says, “It is an interesting project and something that will stay with people for a long time. Gulshan is an amazing actor, extremely creative, extremely versatile. We worked together for Unpaused Season 1 and there is a comfort level working with him. Unfortunately, I can’t reveal much about it but I can promise you that the wait will be worth it.”
Saiyami is looking forward to...
- 9/7/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Abhishek Bachchan is on a roll lately! With back-to-back critically acclaimed shows and films of the likes of Dasvi, Big Bull, Ludo, Breathe: Into The Shadows, among several others, the young actor has had quite a successful run lately!
His latest box office release, Dasvi, has had a tremendous impact on society, particularly the jail where he spent time shooting in Agra.
His character as a Politician who goes on to attempt his ‘Dasvi’ while serving his sentence in jail, and eventually clears it despite being in his 40s, has had a positive impact on the jail inmates. The story had convinced a few inmates to shoot their shots for their tenth grade exam. Now that the Up Board’s Class 10 results are out, news has been circulating of at least a dozen inmates passing.
Responding to the news, Abhishek Bachchan has expressed that this was a greater success than...
His latest box office release, Dasvi, has had a tremendous impact on society, particularly the jail where he spent time shooting in Agra.
His character as a Politician who goes on to attempt his ‘Dasvi’ while serving his sentence in jail, and eventually clears it despite being in his 40s, has had a positive impact on the jail inmates. The story had convinced a few inmates to shoot their shots for their tenth grade exam. Now that the Up Board’s Class 10 results are out, news has been circulating of at least a dozen inmates passing.
Responding to the news, Abhishek Bachchan has expressed that this was a greater success than...
- 6/23/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
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