The highly anticipated 70th National Film Awards have officially announced the contenders for Best Actor, with Malayalam superstar Mammootty, Hindi actor Vikrant Massey, and Kannada star Rishab Shetty leading the pack. The awards, which honor the best in Indian cinema from 2022, will be announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and will be felicitated by President Droupadi Murmu in October 2024. The jury also revealed that the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award will be announced. Previous winners include Allu Arjun, Alia Bhatt, Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi, and notable films such as Rocketry and RRR.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has announced the jury members for the National Film Awards 2024, including renowned figures like Sudhir Mishra and Priyanandanan TR. First introduced in 1954, the National Awards have been recognizing excellence in Indian cinema for over 60 years. As the awards were previously known as 'State Awards', the MIB will be hosting a press conference at the National Media Centre in New Delhi to announce the winners. Stay updated with live coverage of the event using the #ParisOlympics2024 hashtag.
As Father's Day approaches, let's take a look at the new bundle of joys in the tinsel town. From Varun Dhawan to Vikrant Massey, these Bollywood actors have been blessed with little ones this year. Let's shower them with blessings and celebrate their new roles as young dads in the world of glitz and glamour.
Celebrities, including Rajinikanth, Anil Kapoor and Vikrant Massey, make their presence felt at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic third-term oath-taking ceremony in Delhi today. Amid much anticipation, the star-studded event has garnered public attention, and Rajinikanth himself has congratulated PM Modi on his consecutive third term. After witnessing the government's work in the last 10 years, the actor is optimistic about the next five years with the NDA government.
Janhvi Kapoor, during an AMA session on Reddit, gave fans a sneak peek into the chaos behind-the-scenes of her upcoming film ‘Mr. and Mrs. Mahi’. She recounted a challenging romantic scene with co-star Rajkummar Rao which was shot after a grueling 20-hour shift, making it far from the dreamy on-screen chemistry to be expected. Janhvi also revealed her wish to spend a day on a film set with directors she hasn’t had the chance to work with yet, citing Alia Bhatt and Vikrant Massey as her top picks. With industry insiders already showering the film with praise, it looks like Janhvi and Rajkummar’s exhaustive efforts have paid off and the buzz around ‘Mr. and Mrs. Mahi’ is palpable.
In the midst of the Lok Sabha elections, prominent Bollywood celebrities like Karan Johar, Ranbir Kapoor and Vikrant Massey participated in a unique social media campaign, asking people to vote and even indulging in fun activities like choosing the best look or song. The campaign caught the attention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who encouraged netizens to cast their vote. With this star-studded appeal, the message of exercising one's democratic right is sure to reach a wider audience.
Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey has recently expressed his love for the Malayalam blockbuster 'Manjummel Boys', which released on OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar after a successful theatrical run. In a video shared by the platform, Massey calls it his favorite film of the year so far, highlighting its inspiring story of friendship and perseverance. The film, which grossed over Rs 240 crore worldwide, has been lauded for its breathtaking visuals and powerful performances.
The production company, Balaji Motion Pictures, released the teaser of "The Sabarmati Report" starring Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna. The teaser, released 22 years after the Sabarmati Express incident, pays homage to the 59 innocent lives lost in the tragic event. The teaser also gives a glimpse into the plot, showcasing Vikrant as a journalist reporting on the incident while also hinting at a larger conspiracy.
The upcoming film 'The Sabarmati Report' tells the heart-wrenching story of the 2002 Godhra train burning incident in Gujarat, which took the lives of 59 innocent people. The film, starring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra, is set to release on May 3, 2024. The first look video shows Vikrant as a journalist uncovering the truth behind the incident with original clips and a powerful message. Helmed by director Ranjan Chandel and produced by Balaji Motion Pictures, this promises to be a gripping and emotional film.
Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey credits his wife Sheetal Thakur for supporting him financially during his transition from television to cinema. In a recent interview, he shares his journey from daily soap operas to his latest film 12th Fail, directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Despite earning a high salary of ₹ 35 lakh per month at a young age, Massey felt unfulfilled and took a risk to pursue meaningful work in cinema.