Jalpari (2012)
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'Jalpari' not a serious film: Nila Madhab Panda
Director Nila Madhab Panda, known for “I Am Kalam”, says his forthcoming movie "Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid", based on the issue of female foeticide, is not a serious film. “Cinema is an reflection of the society. So if issues affecting the society come into picture like that of female foeticide, it does make the film a serious ...... Read More
Nila Madhab's 'Jalpari' screened at Marche du Cannes
Director Nila Madhab Panda, remembered for "I Am Kalam", showcased his new feature film "Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid" at Marche du Cannes (Cannes Film Market) at the ongoing 65th Cannes International Film Festival. The film is said to have received a positive response. Producer Sushilkumar Agrawal of Ultra Distributors Pvt Ltd ...... Read More
Spending crores on promotion doesn't guarantee success: Panda
"I Am Kalam" director Nila Madhab Panda, whose second film "Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid" has released Friday withou too much of publicity, says splurging money on promotion does not promise success. He feels a good story line is a must for a film to do well. “If a film has a good story line, it is well made and sends across a ...... Read More
Our society has double standards: Tannishtha
Actress Tannishtha Chatterjee, who has worked in both Indian and international cinema, feels people have double standards when it comes to women. "Our society and the people living in it are full of double standards. On one hand, we enjoy watching item numbers, but on the other hand if a girl goes to a party in a short skirt, she gets ...... Read More
'Jalpari' to compete at Asia Pacific Screen Awards
"I Am Kalam" director Nila Madhab Panda's second film "Jalpari - The Desert Mermaid" is in competition at the sixth edition of the prestigious Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA). The filmmaker is excited. "I am absolutely thrilled because the Asia Pacific Screen Awards is like the Oscars of Asia. It's the biggest, in fact, ...... Read More
Kids bring spontaneity on sets, says Parvin Dabas
Child artists bring spontaneity, innocence on the sets and it is fun working with them, says Parvin Dabas who plays father of child actors Leher Khan and Krishang Trivedi in forthcoming movie “Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid”. “It is great to work with child artists. With them around, there is spontaneity and innocence all over the sets. But one ...... Read More
Aamir brings smile to 'Jalpari' director (Movie Snippets)
Aamir Khan surely goes out of his way for causes that are close to his heart. The actor, busy with a shooting schedule in Chicago, made time to write to “Jalpari: The Desert Mermaid” director Nila Madhab Panda, expressing his desire to watch the movie on female foeticide. As a subject, female foeticide is very sensitive for Aamir, who dealt ...... Read More
Nila Madhab Panda supports 'green' films for kids
When go-green is the mantra for everyone, how can cinema be left behind. "I Am Kalam" director Nila Madhab Panda has collaborated with London's Performing Arts Labs (PAL) for the Green Screen Lab 2012 movement, aimed at making kids' films in an environment-friendly manner. The Green Screen Lab invites new and emerging as well as ...... Read More
Proving yourself biggest challenge: Suraj Jagan (Movie Snippets)
Singer Suraj Jagan says having contacts in the industry helps getting an easy entry, but to stay put, it is important to prove your mettle. “Having some contacts and knowing people who can help open doors for you, helps a lot. But once you get inside the industry, you have to work very hard to prove yourself and to make a loyal audience for ...... Read More
Bollywood meets e-commerce, targets youth
Innovative marketing is on a new high in tinsel town and the growth of e-commerce has only spurred the trend by opening up new platforms for Bollywood. An increasing number of filmmakers are collaborating with online portals for promotional purposes as well as to sell movie-related merchandise. In recent times, makers of films like ...... Read More
Emraan effortless actor, says Bipasha (Movie Snippets)
“Raaz 3” is Bipasha Basu's second film with Emraan Hashmi and she seems to be impressed with his acting skills. Highlighting her co-star's emoting qualities in front of the camera, she told IANS that “Emraan is an amazing actor to work with. He is effortless and one of the most convincing actor I have ever worked with". “He says the ...... Read More
New age women venture into uncharted territory (March 8 is International Women's Day)
Women have been an integral part of the Indian film industry since its inception a century ago. Barring a few exceptions, their major contribution has been as actors or singers. On International Women's Day, March 8, IANS lists the women who have dared to step into uncharted territory in recent times. They have not only carved a niche for ...... Read More
Vidya, Sridevi: Actresses who made a difference in 2012 (2012 in Retrospect)
Bollywood may be considered a male dominated industry by many, but 2012 saw Vidya Balan, Kareena Kapoor and Sridevi becoming the champions of change by carrying films on their more than able shoulders and establishing that actresses are more than just a glamour quotient with the success of their ventures. "Kahaani", featuring Vidya ...... Read More