<p>The first look of actor Abhishek Banerjee from his upcoming highly anticipated film <em>Stolen</em>&nbsp;has finally been unveiled. His first look is receiving immense praise from his Bollywood peers. In the first look image, Abhishek Banerjee can be seen posing&nbsp;wounded and battered with a swollen eye and scars on his face. An edge-of-the-seat thriller, the film has been making noise globally for being premiered at the prestigious Venice Film Festival 2023.</p>

<p>As <em>Stolen</em> made its way to the Venice Film Fest, the film received an emotional and heartwarming standing ovation at the event. It was soon after the grand premiere when the makers of the film unveiled the striking first look of Abhishek Banerjee from the film.</p>

<p>Soon after the first look&nbsp;dropped, social media has been abuzz with netizens and Bollywood celebs praising him. Actor Varun Dhawan took to Instagram and shared the first look while sending out love to Abhishek Banerjee and the film. He wrote, "My boyee stealing the show in Venice". Rajkummar Rao also showed his excitement for the film and wrote, "Can't wait for #Stolen. This looks brilliant".</p>

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<p>Kriti Sanon shared a heartfelt note saying, "This is huge! And so damn cool! So proud of you Banerjee."&nbsp;Tara Sutaria too shared his look and wrote, "Congratulations my dearest Abhishek Banerjee Keep Shining! And to the whole team too."</p>

<p>Overwhelmed with the response the first look and the film received at the premiere, <em>Stolen </em>producer Gaurav Dhingra said, "I would like to thank Venice Film Festival's director Alberto Barbera and festival programmer Paolo Bertolin for selecting and honouring our film <em>Stolen</em>&nbsp;with so much love and compassion. It was a very emotional moment and one of complete joy. It's been an honour representing India and showcasing our film here. The amount of love that's being sent our way for the film and first look, our hearts are filled with gratitude. We can't wait to take it forward from here."</p>

<p>The film is directed by Karan Tejpal and produced by Gaurav Dhingra, who is the founder of Jungle Book Studio. It co-stars Shubham and Mia Maelzer in key roles.</p>

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The first look of actor Abhishek Banerjee from his upcoming highly anticipated film Stolen has finally been unveiled. His first look is receiving immense praise from his Bollywood peers.

The first look of actor Abhishek Banerjee from his upcoming highly anticipated film Stolen has finally been unveiled. His first look is receiving immense praise from his Bollywood peers. In the first look image, Abhishek Banerjee can be seen posing wounded and battered with a swollen eye and scars on his face. An edge-of-the-seat thriller, the film has been making noise globally for being premiered at the prestigious Venice Film Festival 2023. As Stolen made its way to the Venice Film Fest, the film received an emotional and heartwarming standing ovation at the event. It was soon after the grand premiere when the makers of the film unveiled the striking first look of Abhishek Banerjee from the film. Soon after the first look dropped, social media has been abuzz with netizens and Bollywood celebs praising him. Actor Varun Dhawan took to Instagram and shared the first look while sending out love to Abhishek Banerjee and the film. He wrote, "My boyee stealing the show in Venice". Rajkummar Rao also showed his excitement for the film and wrote, "Can't wait for #Stolen. This looks brilliant". Also see: Teacher's Day special: Gurus with their now-famous proteges Kriti Sanon shared a heartfelt note saying, "This is huge! And so damn cool! So proud of you Banerjee." Tara Sutaria too shared his look and wrote, "Congratulations my dearest Abhishek Banerjee Keep Shining! And to the whole team too." Overwhelmed with the response the first look and the film received at the premiere, Stolen producer Gaurav Dhingra said, "I would like to thank Venice Film Festival's director Alberto Barbera and festival programmer Paolo Bertolin for selecting and honouring our film Stolen with so much love and compassion. It was a very emotional moment and one of complete joy. It's been an honour representing India and showcasing our film here. The amount of love that's being sent our way for the film and first look, our hearts are filled with gratitude. We can't wait to take it forward from here." The film is directed by Karan Tejpal and produced by Gaurav Dhingra, who is the founder of Jungle Book Studio. It co-stars Shubham and Mia Maelzer in key roles. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Stolen shines at Venice Film Festival; Varun, Kriti, Ali Fazal rave about Abhishek Banerjee's first look

<p>In the world of animation, cartoon characters often go beyond their fictional realms to teach us valuable life lessons. From optimism and friendship to empathy and growth, these characters have served as remarkable teachers, reminding us of the profound impact that animated storytelling can have on shaping our values and perspectives.</p>

<p><strong>SpongeBob SquarePants (Nick):&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>SpongeBob's undying optimism and unwavering determination in the face of challenges remind us that persistence pays off. No matter how many times he fails the boating test or faces setbacks at the Krusty Krab, SpongeBob's resilience teaches us to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. His "I'm ready" attitude encourages us to keep pushing forward, no matter how tough the circumstances.</p>

<p><strong>Oswald:</strong></p>

<p>Oswald the Octopus, emphasises the value of friendship and cooperation. Oswald and his friends demonstrate how working together and supporting each other can lead to positive outcomes. The show encourages empathy, kindness, and understanding among friends, teaching viewers the significance of having strong relationships.</p>

<p><strong>Chhota Bheem:&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Chhota Bheem portrays courage and perseverance as he faces various challenges in the fictional town of Dholakpur. Bheem's determination to protect his friends and uphold justice teaches kids the importance of staying strong in the face of adversity and never giving up, instilling a sense of resilience in young minds.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Motu and Patlu (Nick):&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Motu and Patlu are a dynamic duo who bring&nbsp;laughter along with wisdom. Through their misadventures, they teach us the importance of teamwork, resilience, and quick thinking. Their friendship showcases the value of standing by your friends in times of trouble, while their hilarious escapades remind us not to take life too seriously.</p>

<p><strong>Shiva (Nick &amp; Sonic):&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Shiva, the brave and resourceful young boy, teaches us the spirit of fearlessness and problem-solving. With his trusty bicycle and a can-do attitude, he tackles challenges head-on and demonstrates that courage and determination can overcome any obstacle. Shiva's character encourages us to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.</p>

<p><strong>Shrek</strong></p>

<p>Shrek, the lovable ogre, shows us the importance of embracing our quirks and differences. Despite his initial gruff exterior, Shrek teaches us not to judge a book by its cover and that self-acceptance is crucial. Through his unlikely friendships with characters like Donkey and Fiona, we learn that it's okay to be different and that true beauty comes from within.</p>

<p><strong>Dora the Explorer (Nick):&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Dora's adventures teach children the power of exploration, problem-solving, and friendship. With her trusty backpack and map, Dora encourages kids to embrace curiosity, think critically, and work together to overcome challenges. The show also introduces basic Spanish vocabulary, promoting language learning in an enjoyable way.</p>

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In the world of animation, cartoon characters often go beyond their fictional realms to teach us valuable life lessons. From optimism and friendship to empathy and growth, these characters have served as remarkable teachers, reminding us of the profound impact that animated storytelling can have on shaping our values and perspectives.

In the world of animation, cartoon characters often go beyond their fictional realms to teach us valuable life lessons. From optimism and friendship to empathy and growth, these characters have served as remarkable teachers, reminding us of the profound impact that animated storytelling can have on shaping our values and perspectives. SpongeBob SquarePants (Nick): SpongeBob's undying optimism and unwavering determination in the face of challenges remind us that persistence pays off. No matter how many times he fails the boating test or faces setbacks at the Krusty Krab, SpongeBob's resilience teaches us to embrace failure as a stepping stone to success. His "I'm ready" attitude encourages us to keep pushing forward, no matter how tough the circumstances. Oswald: Oswald the Octopus, emphasises the value of friendship and cooperation. Oswald and his friends demonstrate how working together and supporting each other can lead to positive outcomes. The show encourages empathy, kindness, and understanding among friends, teaching viewers the significance of having strong relationships. Chhota Bheem: Chhota Bheem portrays courage and perseverance as he faces various challenges in the fictional town of Dholakpur. Bheem's determination to protect his friends and uphold justice teaches kids the importance of staying strong in the face of adversity and never giving up, instilling a sense of resilience in young minds. Motu and Patlu (Nick): Motu and Patlu are a dynamic duo who bring laughter along with wisdom. Through their misadventures, they teach us the importance of teamwork, resilience, and quick thinking. Their friendship showcases the value of standing by your friends in times of trouble, while their hilarious escapades remind us not to take life too seriously. Shiva (Nick & Sonic): Shiva, the brave and resourceful young boy, teaches us the spirit of fearlessness and problem-solving. With his trusty bicycle and a can-do attitude, he tackles challenges head-on and demonstrates that courage and determination can overcome any obstacle. Shiva's character encourages us to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Shrek Shrek, the lovable ogre, shows us the importance of embracing our quirks and differences. Despite his initial gruff exterior, Shrek teaches us not to judge a book by its cover and that self-acceptance is crucial. Through his unlikely friendships with characters like Donkey and Fiona, we learn that it's okay to be different and that true beauty comes from within. Dora the Explorer (Nick): Dora's adventures teach children the power of exploration, problem-solving, and friendship. With her trusty backpack and map, Dora encourages kids to embrace curiosity, think critically, and work together to overcome challenges. The show also introduces basic Spanish vocabulary, promoting language learning in an enjoyable way. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Lessons our animated friends have taught us through the years: Teachers' Day Special

<p>Legendary actor Jack Lemmon once said that performers become great only when they are able to cultivate effortless access to their sub-personalities. Some of the greatest acting teachers, including Ebrahim Alkazi, Stella Adler, Lee Strasberg, and Konstantin Stanislavsky empowered their famous pupils to accomplish exactly this. Alkazi's students include film and theatre stalwarts like Vijaya Mehta, Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Rohini Hattangadi and he is still remembered for transforming the National School of Drama (NSD) into a training ground for future icons.</p>

<p><em>This Teachers'&nbsp;Day, we curate stories to reveal how many well-known film and theatre actors&nbsp;met the right teacher at the right time and the profound impact this relationship had on their personal and professional journey:</em><br />
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<strong>Makarand Deshpande and Aahana Kumra:</strong><br />
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The two have worked together for close to a decade on the immensely popular teleplay <em>Sir Sir Sarla.</em> The Makarand Deshpande directorial also has him playing the lead role of a beloved professor opposite Aahana Kumra who plays Sarla, a young woman who has deep feelings for him but is steered by him towards a safer choice. Aahana was able to inhabit this complex character because of the guidance she received from her mentor. She shares a very collaborative equation with Makarand and in various interviews, has referred to him as 'Mac sir' and as a giving director who wants his actors to experiment with their craft. She admires his unorthodox way of working and the fact that he allows her the freedom to make mistakes on stage and grow as an artist. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Rajkummar Rao and Hansal Mehta</strong><br />
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Rajkummar Rao had a very humble beginning as an actor and is grateful to acclaimed director, writer, and producer Hansal Mehta who offered him meaty roles early in his career in films like <em>Shahid, CityLights, Aligarh, </em>and <em>Omerta</em>.&nbsp;In fact, Mehta has often shared with the media how during the making of <em>Shahid,</em> the producers were reluctant to cast Rajkummar Rao as the lead. However, the director stuck to his choice and cast Rao. He also shares frequent posts about his protege on Instagram including this emotional note, "They say that the birth of a child often changes one’s fortunes for the better. His entry into my office one hot afternoon changed my life. My son, my friend, my brother, my muse @rajkummar_rao." On his part, Rao praised Mehta during the promotions of <em>Omerta&nbsp;</em>for pushing him out of his comfort zone and inspiring him to reinvent himself with every role. The two are now thinking of doing a comedy together that will take the audience by surprise yet again. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Ayushmann Khurrana and Shoojit Sircar</strong><br />
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From gatecrashing a wedding together to shooting a pivotal scene in the sleeper hit <em>Vicky Donor</em>&nbsp;to working in the quirky comedy G<em>ulabo Sitabo</em>&nbsp;with Amitabh Bachchan, Ayushmann Khurrana and Shoojit Sircar have achieved a lot collaboratively in the Hindi film industry. Khurrana was an anchor and a reality TV star looking for a break in films when Shoojit Sircar picked him to play the lead in <em>Vicky Donor,</em> an unusual comedy about a sperm donor that was expected to flop at the box office. However, the film established Khurrana as a clutter-breaking talent and he went on to win the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. The two went on to work in <em>Gulabo Sitabo&nbsp;</em>and Khurrana often credits Sircar for giving him an opportunity that signaled the beginning of his very successful film career.<br />
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<strong>Seema Pahwa and Naseeruddin Shah</strong><br />
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Seema Pahwa is a seasoned theatre professional, a multi-faceted actor and director who was recently in the news not just for her powerful performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's <em>Gangubai Kathiawadi&nbsp;</em>but also for her directorial chops in Zee Theatre's literary anthology <em>Koi Baat Chale</em>.&nbsp;A television and theatre veteran who starred in India's first-ever soap opera <em>Hum Log&nbsp;</em>and was active on stage in Delhi, Pahwa took a long break mid-career to raise her children. She craved to work in theatre once again and was overjoyed when one of her idols Naseeruddin Shah called her out of the blue to star in one of the plays produced by his company <em>Motley</em>. Shah also went on to play the central character in Pahwa's acclaimed directorial debut, <em>Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi. </em>Not too long back, Pahwa penned a note of gratitude addressing him with the lines, "Guru bin gyan kahan se paaoon" to highlight the significant role Shah has played in her growth as an actor and a director.</p>

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Legendary actor Jack Lemmon once said that performers become great only when they are able to cultivate effortless access to their sub-personalities. Some of the greatest acting teachers, including Ebrahim Alkazi, Stella Adler, Lee Strasberg, and Konstantin Stanislavsky empowered their famous pupils to accomplish exactly this.

Legendary actor Jack Lemmon once said that performers become great only when they are able to cultivate effortless access to their sub-personalities. Some of the greatest acting teachers, including Ebrahim Alkazi, Stella Adler, Lee Strasberg, and Konstantin Stanislavsky empowered their famous pupils to accomplish exactly this. Alkazi's students include film and theatre stalwarts like Vijaya Mehta, Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, and Rohini Hattangadi and he is still remembered for transforming the National School of Drama (NSD) into a training ground for future icons. This Teachers' Day, we curate stories to reveal how many well-known film and theatre actors met the right teacher at the right time and the profound impact this relationship had on their personal and professional journey: Makarand Deshpande and Aahana Kumra: The two have worked together for close to a decade on the immensely popular teleplay Sir Sir Sarla. The Makarand Deshpande directorial also has him playing the lead role of a beloved professor opposite Aahana Kumra who plays Sarla, a young woman who has deep feelings for him but is steered by him towards a safer choice. Aahana was able to inhabit this complex character because of the guidance she received from her mentor. She shares a very collaborative equation with Makarand and in various interviews, has referred to him as 'Mac sir' and as a giving director who wants his actors to experiment with their craft. She admires his unorthodox way of working and the fact that he allows her the freedom to make mistakes on stage and grow as an artist. Rajkummar Rao and Hansal Mehta Rajkummar Rao had a very humble beginning as an actor and is grateful to acclaimed director, writer, and producer Hansal Mehta who offered him meaty roles early in his career in films like Shahid, CityLights, Aligarh, and Omerta. In fact, Mehta has often shared with the media how during the making of Shahid, the producers were reluctant to cast Rajkummar Rao as the lead. However, the director stuck to his choice and cast Rao. He also shares frequent posts about his protege on Instagram including this emotional note, "They say that the birth of a child often changes one’s fortunes for the better. His entry into my office one hot afternoon changed my life. My son, my friend, my brother, my muse @rajkummar_rao." On his part, Rao praised Mehta during the promotions of Omerta for pushing him out of his comfort zone and inspiring him to reinvent himself with every role. The two are now thinking of doing a comedy together that will take the audience by surprise yet again. Ayushmann Khurrana and Shoojit Sircar From gatecrashing a wedding together to shooting a pivotal scene in the sleeper hit Vicky Donor to working in the quirky comedy Gulabo Sitabo with Amitabh Bachchan, Ayushmann Khurrana and Shoojit Sircar have achieved a lot collaboratively in the Hindi film industry. Khurrana was an anchor and a reality TV star looking for a break in films when Shoojit Sircar picked him to play the lead in Vicky Donor, an unusual comedy about a sperm donor that was expected to flop at the box office. However, the film established Khurrana as a clutter-breaking talent and he went on to win the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. The two went on to work in Gulabo Sitabo and Khurrana often credits Sircar for giving him an opportunity that signaled the beginning of his very successful film career. Seema Pahwa and Naseeruddin Shah Seema Pahwa is a seasoned theatre professional, a multi-faceted actor and director who was recently in the news not just for her powerful performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi but also for her directorial chops in Zee Theatre's literary anthology Koi Baat Chale. A television and theatre veteran who starred in India's first-ever soap opera Hum Log and was active on stage in Delhi, Pahwa took a long break mid-career to raise her children. She craved to work in theatre once again and was overjoyed when one of her idols Naseeruddin Shah called her out of the blue to star in one of the plays produced by his company Motley. Shah also went on to play the central character in Pahwa's acclaimed directorial debut, Ramprasad Ki Tehrvi. Not too long back, Pahwa penned a note of gratitude addressing him with the lines, "Guru bin gyan kahan se paaoon" to highlight the significant role Shah has played in her growth as an actor and a director. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Kangana Ranaut starrer<em> Chandramukhi 2</em> has finally released its trailer. Directed by P Vasu, <em>Chandramukhi 2</em> is a sequel to his hit 2005 horror film <em>Chandramukhi,</em> which was released by Lyca Productions. Headlined by Raghava Lawrence and Kangana Ranaut, the film is set to release in theatres on September 15.</p>

<p>The trailer opens to P Vasu’s world of a joint family moving into a mansion, where they are told to not touch or open the south block, which is known as the house of <em>Chandramukhi.</em> Kangana takes on the titular role of the enchanting dancer <em>Chandramukhi</em>, while Raghava Lawrence portrays King Vettaiyan Raja.</p>

<p>Along with Kangana Ranaut, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Vadivelu, Raadhika Sarathkumar, Lakshmi Menon, Srushti Dange, Mithun Shyam, Mahima Nambiar, Rao Ramesh, Vignesh, Ravi Mariya, Suresh Menon, T. M. Karthik, and Subiksha Krishnan.</p>

<h2><strong>Watch Chandramukhi 2 trailer here:</strong></h2>

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<p>The film has a music score by Oscar-winner M M Keeravaani, cinematography by R D Rajasekar, and editing by Anthony. Produced by Subaskaran of Lyca Productions, the film is set to be released in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi.</p>

<p>For the unversed, the Tamil horror comedy <em>Chandramukhi 1&nbsp;</em>featured Rajinikanth and Jyothika in the lead roles.&nbsp;</p>


Kangana Ranaut starrer Chandramukhi 2 has finally released its trailer. Directed by P Vasu, Chandramukhi 2 is a sequel to his hit 2005 horror film Chandramukhi, which was released by Lyca Productions.

Kangana Ranaut starrer Chandramukhi 2 has finally released its trailer. Directed by P Vasu, Chandramukhi 2 is a sequel to his hit 2005 horror film Chandramukhi, which was released by Lyca Productions. Headlined by Raghava Lawrence and Kangana Ranaut, the film is set to release in theatres on September 15. The trailer opens to P Vasu’s world of a joint family moving into a mansion, where they are told to not touch or open the south block, which is known as the house of Chandramukhi. Kangana takes on the titular role of the enchanting dancer Chandramukhi, while Raghava Lawrence portrays King Vettaiyan Raja. Along with Kangana Ranaut, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Vadivelu, Raadhika Sarathkumar, Lakshmi Menon, Srushti Dange, Mithun Shyam, Mahima Nambiar, Rao Ramesh, Vignesh, Ravi Mariya, Suresh Menon, T. M. Karthik, and Subiksha Krishnan. Watch Chandramukhi 2 trailer here: The film has a music score by Oscar-winner M M Keeravaani, cinematography by R D Rajasekar, and editing by Anthony. Produced by Subaskaran of Lyca Productions, the film is set to be released in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi. For the unversed, the Tamil horror comedy Chandramukhi 1 featured Rajinikanth and Jyothika in the lead roles.

Chandramukhi 2 trailer: Kangana Ranaut makes for a stunning ghost

<p>Actor Vijay Deverakonda visited the Yadadri Temple in Telangana with his family after the success of his movie <em>Kushi</em>. Taking to Instagram, Mythri movie makers shared pictures from his visit and captioned them, “The man of the hour, @TheDeverakonda along with his family and team #Kushi took divine blessings at the Yadadri Temple after scoring a BLOCKBUSTER.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Vijay can be seen dressed in traditional wear. He completed his look with a kurta and a lungi. He was seen offering prayers at the temple.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Vijay is celebrating the success of his latest release, <em>Kushi </em>which stars him alongside Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The film offers a romantic pairing between Vijay and Samantha as they discover love for each other in Kashmir. But their love tale quickly turns as their families get involved to make them apart. But to prove their families wrong, Samantha and Vijay’s characters unite, marry, and embark on a journey.</p>

<p>Written and directed by Shiva Nirvana and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, <em>Kushi</em> was released in theatres on September 1 in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. The film also stars Jayaram, Sachin Khedakar, Murali Sharma, Lakshmi, Ali, Rohini, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, Srikanth Iyengar, and Saranya.</p>

<p>Post this, Vijay will also be seen with Sreeleela in Gowtam Tinnanuri's new film, which is tentatively titled <em>VD 12</em>. Meanwhile, Samantha will be seen in the Indian adaptation of the action series <em>Citadel</em> opposite Varun Dhawan. Created by Raj and DK, the series will stream on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video.</p>

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Actor Vijay Deverakonda visited the Yadadri Temple in Telangana with his family after the success of his movie Kushi. Taking to Instagram, Mythri movie makers shared pictures from his visit and captioned them, “The man of the hour, @TheDeverakonda along with his family and team #Kushi took divine blessings at the Yadadri Temple after scoring a BLOCKBUSTER.

Actor Vijay Deverakonda visited the Yadadri Temple in Telangana with his family after the success of his movie Kushi. Taking to Instagram, Mythri movie makers shared pictures from his visit and captioned them, “The man of the hour, @TheDeverakonda along with his family and team #Kushi took divine blessings at the Yadadri Temple after scoring a BLOCKBUSTER.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mythri Movie Makers (@mythriofficial) × Vijay can be seen dressed in traditional wear. He completed his look with a kurta and a lungi. He was seen offering prayers at the temple. Vijay is celebrating the success of his latest release, Kushi which stars him alongside Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The film offers a romantic pairing between Vijay and Samantha as they discover love for each other in Kashmir. But their love tale quickly turns as their families get involved to make them apart. But to prove their families wrong, Samantha and Vijay’s characters unite, marry, and embark on a journey. Written and directed by Shiva Nirvana and produced by Mythri Movie Makers, Kushi was released in theatres on September 1 in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. The film also stars Jayaram, Sachin Khedakar, Murali Sharma, Lakshmi, Ali, Rohini, Vennela Kishore, Rahul Ramakrishna, Srikanth Iyengar, and Saranya. Post this, Vijay will also be seen with Sreeleela in Gowtam Tinnanuri's new film, which is tentatively titled VD 12. Meanwhile, Samantha will be seen in the Indian adaptation of the action series Citadel opposite Varun Dhawan. Created by Raj and DK, the series will stream on the OTT platform Amazon Prime Video. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>It was quite an escape for musician Diplo and comedian actor Chris Rock who happened to be at the Burning Man festival this weekend. As heavy rainfall resulted in a flood-like situation, the two narrowly escaped in the back of a pickup truck along with other festival-goers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Diplo posted videos on Instagram of his escape with Chris Rock. He wrote, “A fan offered Chris Rock and I a ride out of Burning Man in the back of a pick up. After walking 6 miles through the mud.”</p>

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<p>He added, “I legit walked the side of the road for hours with my thumb out cuz I have a show in DC tonight and didn't want to let y'all down. Also shoutout to this guy for making the smart purchase of a truck not knowing it was for this exact moment.”</p>

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<h2><strong>Burning Man fiasco</strong></h2>

<p>The Burning Man festival was happening in the Black Rock Desert in Nevada where tens of thousands of attendees were left stranded after a heavy rainstorm. The whole desert turned into a slippery, muddy nightmare for the festival-goers. The authorities have been asked to conserve food, water and fuel, as well as shelter in place due to the weather.</p>

<p>The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office also announced in a statement, “Due to recent rainfall, the Bureau of Land Management and the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office officials have closed the entrance to Burning Man for the remainder of the event. Please avoid travelling to the area; you will be turned around. All event access is closed.”</p>

<p>This year’s Burning Man festival was scheduled to take place from August 27 until Labor Day (September 4).</p>

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It was quite an escape for musician Diplo and comedian actor Chris Rock who happened to be at the Burning Man festival this weekend. As heavy rainfall resulted in a flood-like situation, the two narrowly escaped in the back of a pickup truck along with other festival-goers.

It was quite an escape for musician Diplo and comedian actor Chris Rock who happened to be at the Burning Man festival this weekend. As heavy rainfall resulted in a flood-like situation, the two narrowly escaped in the back of a pickup truck along with other festival-goers. Diplo posted videos on Instagram of his escape with Chris Rock. He wrote, “A fan offered Chris Rock and I a ride out of Burning Man in the back of a pick up. After walking 6 miles through the mud.” Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by diplo (@diplo) × He added, “I legit walked the side of the road for hours with my thumb out cuz I have a show in DC tonight and didn't want to let y'all down. Also shoutout to this guy for making the smart purchase of a truck not knowing it was for this exact moment.” Burning Man fiasco The Burning Man festival was happening in the Black Rock Desert in Nevada where tens of thousands of attendees were left stranded after a heavy rainstorm. The whole desert turned into a slippery, muddy nightmare for the festival-goers. The authorities have been asked to conserve food, water and fuel, as well as shelter in place due to the weather. The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office also announced in a statement, “Due to recent rainfall, the Bureau of Land Management and the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office officials have closed the entrance to Burning Man for the remainder of the event. Please avoid travelling to the area; you will be turned around. All event access is closed.” This year’s Burning Man festival was scheduled to take place from August 27 until Labor Day (September 4). WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Spanish actor Gabriel Guevara’s alleged crimes have caught up to him as he was arrested at the Venice Film Festival on sexual assault charges. The actor had an international warrant out on him for an alleged sexual assault in France. The actor was picked up by the police at the festival while the festival authorities have denied he had anything to do with the prestigious fest.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What was he doing at the Venice Film Festival?</strong></h2>

<p>He was attending the Venice Film Festival as he was meant to receive an award called the Filming Italy prize on the sidelines of the festival. This is the statement issued by the Venice Fest post the arrest incident: “Following the news articles which have been emerging on various websites, regarding the Spanish actor Gabriel Guevara being arrested in Venice, the Biennale hereby clarifies that his presence in Venice was not linked to any events or productions related to the 80th Venice International Film Festival.​”</p>

<p>The arrest which took place on the Lido was first reported by the local press. The Venice court of appeals will now have to rule on Guevara’s case before he can be extradited. The actor is currently in protective custody. The exact charges against him are not known.</p>

<p>Gabriel Guevara is best known as the star of the Spanish Amazon Prime teen film franchise <em>My Fault</em>. His other credits include the Spanish series <em>How to Screw it All Up</em> (2022) and <em>You’re Nothing Special.</em></p>

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Spanish actor Gabriel Guevara’s alleged crimes have caught up to him as he was arrested at the Venice Film Festival on sexual assault charges. The actor had an international warrant out on him for an alleged sexual assault in France.

Spanish actor Gabriel Guevara’s alleged crimes have caught up to him as he was arrested at the Venice Film Festival on sexual assault charges. The actor had an international warrant out on him for an alleged sexual assault in France. The actor was picked up by the police at the festival while the festival authorities have denied he had anything to do with the prestigious fest. What was he doing at the Venice Film Festival? He was attending the Venice Film Festival as he was meant to receive an award called the Filming Italy prize on the sidelines of the festival. This is the statement issued by the Venice Fest post the arrest incident: “Following the news articles which have been emerging on various websites, regarding the Spanish actor Gabriel Guevara being arrested in Venice, the Biennale hereby clarifies that his presence in Venice was not linked to any events or productions related to the 80th Venice International Film Festival.” The arrest which took place on the Lido was first reported by the local press. The Venice court of appeals will now have to rule on Guevara’s case before he can be extradited. The actor is currently in protective custody. The exact charges against him are not known. Gabriel Guevara is best known as the star of the Spanish Amazon Prime teen film franchise My Fault. His other credits include the Spanish series How to Screw it All Up (2022) and You’re Nothing Special. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner seem to be facing a rocky patch as the couple is rumoured to be headed for divorce, according to several media reports. The couple, who are parents to two children and have been married for four years, seem to have gotten in touch with a divorce lawyer. Reports suggest that Joe Jonas has been in consultation with divorce lawyers in Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>The couple is facing 'serious problems'</strong></h2>

<p>As to where this started, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner seem to have faced "serious problems" for approximately six months. This news comes as a shock for most since the two have been seen together at public events and have appeared quite supportive of each other. Sophie was also a part of Joe Jonas’ hype team as the Jonas Brothers toured.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But hawk-eyed fans have been noticing that Joe Jonas has been going on without his wedding ring for some time. Also, they recently sold off their Miami mansion but many at the time thought this could be purely a profit-loss decision vs. a personal one.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Joe Jonas-Sophie Turner's whirlwind romance</strong></h2>

<p>Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner began dating in 2016. They got engaged in 2017 and then had a spontaneous Las Vegas wedding in 2019, right after the Billboard Music Awards. Since then, they've started a family, welcoming their first child in 2020 and their second in 2022.</p>

<p>On the work front, both have been engaged actively in their professional careers. Joe Jonas has been on tour with his brothers while the <em>Game of Thrones</em> actress has been involved in various TV and movie projects.</p>

<p>We hope this is nothing but a rough patch and that they reconcile.&nbsp;</p>

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Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner seem to be facing a rocky patch as the couple is rumoured to be headed for divorce, according to several media reports. The couple, who are parents to two children and have been married for four years, seem to have gotten in touch with a divorce lawyer.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner seem to be facing a rocky patch as the couple is rumoured to be headed for divorce, according to several media reports. The couple, who are parents to two children and have been married for four years, seem to have gotten in touch with a divorce lawyer. Reports suggest that Joe Jonas has been in consultation with divorce lawyers in Los Angeles. The couple is facing 'serious problems' As to where this started, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner seem to have faced "serious problems" for approximately six months. This news comes as a shock for most since the two have been seen together at public events and have appeared quite supportive of each other. Sophie was also a part of Joe Jonas’ hype team as the Jonas Brothers toured. But hawk-eyed fans have been noticing that Joe Jonas has been going on without his wedding ring for some time. Also, they recently sold off their Miami mansion but many at the time thought this could be purely a profit-loss decision vs. a personal one. Joe Jonas-Sophie Turner's whirlwind romance Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner began dating in 2016. They got engaged in 2017 and then had a spontaneous Las Vegas wedding in 2019, right after the Billboard Music Awards. Since then, they've started a family, welcoming their first child in 2020 and their second in 2022. On the work front, both have been engaged actively in their professional careers. Joe Jonas has been on tour with his brothers while the Game of Thrones actress has been involved in various TV and movie projects. We hope this is nothing but a rough patch and that they reconcile. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Trouble in paradise? Joe Jonas, Sophie Turner rumoured to be headed for divorce

<p>In a major relief to three shows, SAG-AFTRA has permitted AMC Network to restart production of <em>Interview With the Vampire</em> and two <em>Walking Dead </em>spinoffs. Even though there has been no decision on the SAG-AFTRA’s members' demands, the organisation decided to let these three shows start work under its provision allowing “independent” projects to continue despite the strike. That provision has come under the scanner ever since makers have debated on what can fall under that section.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What these provisional agreements by SAG-AFTRA amid strikes mean</strong></h2>

<p>The shows include <em>Interview With the Vampire</em>, which was shooting in Prague when the strike started, and two <em>Walking Dead</em> spinoffs: <em>The Ones Who Live </em>and <em>Daryl Dixon</em>. The latter project is likely to resume shooting in France.&nbsp;</p>

<p>SAG-AFTRA has granted “interim agreements” to more than 300 projects since the strike began in mid-July. The agreements allow productions that are not connected to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers to keep shooting, provided they abide by the terms of SAG-AFTRA’s last proposal to the studios.</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-adam-drivers-ferrari-gets-6-minute-standing-ovation-at-venice-film-fest-actor-gets-teary-eyed-631064">Adam Driver's Ferrari gets 6-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Fest, actor gets teary-eyed</a></p>

<p>AMC and its production arm, Stalwart Films, are not members of the AMPTP. But they are “authorized companies,” which means that they adhere to the terms negotiated by the studio group.</p>

<h2><strong>Some members don't like these agreements</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, these provisional agreements have been opposed by some striking members who feel that they undermine the solidarity of the strike – with some getting to work while others being pushed indefinitely. Meanwhile, the organisation has been urging members to not make negative remarks about actors who perform in approved productions.</p>

<p>Previously, SAG-AFTRA had given approval to <em>Tehran</em>, an Apple TV+ show that shoots in Israel. The union said the waiver was granted even though Apple is an AMPTP member company to adhere to local labour laws.</p>

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In a major relief to three shows, SAG-AFTRA has permitted AMC Network to restart production of Interview With the Vampire and two Walking Dead spinoffs. Even though there has been no decision on the SAG-AFTRA’s members' demands, the organisation decided to let these three shows start work under its provision allowing “independent” projects to continue despite the strike.

In a major relief to three shows, SAG-AFTRA has permitted AMC Network to restart production of Interview With the Vampire and two Walking Dead spinoffs. Even though there has been no decision on the SAG-AFTRA’s members' demands, the organisation decided to let these three shows start work under its provision allowing “independent” projects to continue despite the strike. That provision has come under the scanner ever since makers have debated on what can fall under that section. What these provisional agreements by SAG-AFTRA amid strikes mean The shows include Interview With the Vampire, which was shooting in Prague when the strike started, and two Walking Dead spinoffs: The Ones Who Live and Daryl Dixon. The latter project is likely to resume shooting in France. SAG-AFTRA has granted “interim agreements” to more than 300 projects since the strike began in mid-July. The agreements allow productions that are not connected to the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers to keep shooting, provided they abide by the terms of SAG-AFTRA’s last proposal to the studios. Also read: Adam Driver's Ferrari gets 6-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Fest, actor gets teary-eyed AMC and its production arm, Stalwart Films, are not members of the AMPTP. But they are “authorized companies,” which means that they adhere to the terms negotiated by the studio group. Some members don't like these agreements Meanwhile, these provisional agreements have been opposed by some striking members who feel that they undermine the solidarity of the strike – with some getting to work while others being pushed indefinitely. Meanwhile, the organisation has been urging members to not make negative remarks about actors who perform in approved productions. Previously, SAG-AFTRA had given approval to Tehran, an Apple TV+ show that shoots in Israel. The union said the waiver was granted even though Apple is an AMPTP member company to adhere to local labour laws. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In a piece of tragic news, Malayalam actress Aparna P Nair has passed away after being&nbsp;found unconscious&nbsp;at her home&nbsp;in Thiruvananthapuram. The actress was rushed to a nearby hospital upon being found in that state. She was pronounced dead on arrival.</p>

<p>According to local media reports, the Karamana police have registered a case of unnatural death.</p>

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<p>Aparna P Nair was known for TV shows like Chandanamazha, Atmasakhi, Maithili Veendum Varum and Devasparsham. She also acted in films like Meghatheertham, Muthugau, Achayans, Kodathi Samaksham Balan Vakil and Kalki.</p>

<p>Aparna is survived by her husband and two children.</p>

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In a piece of tragic news, Malayalam actress Aparna P Nair has passed away after being found unconscious at her home in Thiruvananthapuram. The actress was rushed to a nearby hospital upon being found in that state.

In a piece of tragic news, Malayalam actress Aparna P Nair has passed away after being found unconscious at her home in Thiruvananthapuram. The actress was rushed to a nearby hospital upon being found in that state. She was pronounced dead on arrival. According to local media reports, the Karamana police have registered a case of unnatural death. Aparna P Nair was known for TV shows like Chandanamazha, Atmasakhi, Maithili Veendum Varum and Devasparsham. She also acted in films like Meghatheertham, Muthugau, Achayans, Kodathi Samaksham Balan Vakil and Kalki. Aparna is survived by her husband and two children. This is a developing story. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Film and TV actress Aparna P Nair no more, case of unnatural death registered

<p>No stranger to worldwide critical appreciation for his talent, actor Adam Driver was seen getting teary-eyed as his latest film, <em>Ferrari,</em> got a standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival. The Adam Driver and Michael Mann film officially kicked off awards season with its Venice premiere that not one attendee can stop talking about. A racing drama, <em>Ferrari</em> debuted in competition to a packed house at the Sala Grande Theatre.</p>

<h2><strong>Adam Driver fought tears as attendees applauded his film</strong></h2>

<p>The film got a long six-minute-standing ovation as Adam Driver was seen fighting back tears. As he stayed put in his seat, Mann helped him get up and receive the applause.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is possibly the first film that has managed to bring some star power to the Venice Fest as many changes had to be made in the original schedule owing to dual Hollywood strikes that have been rocking the entertainment industry. <em>Ferrari </em>was one film everyone was hoping could change the mood at the Venice Film Festival and it didn’t disappoint one bit.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the film, Adam Driver takes on the role of racecar driver Enzo Ferrari. People lined up outside the venue to catch a glimpse of the actor as they were informed that Adam was among the only few in attendance at the fest. Amid the strikes, <em>Ferrari is</em>&nbsp;allowed to meet the press and promote their film since it is not backed by a studio but is an indie movie from distributor Neon, but Driver was the only big star in attendance. While <em>Ferrari </em>also stars Penelope Cruz, she didn’t make it to the event. Venice Film Festival won't be seeing regulars like Zendaya, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, and Michael Fassbender due to the SAG-AFTRA strike.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is Ferrari about?</strong></h2>

<p><em>Ferrari </em>is based on the biography <em>Enzo Ferrari: The Man and the Machine</em> by Brock Yates. Michael Mann’s <em>Ferrari</em> is set during the summer of 1957 as the eponymous racer and entrepreneur (Driver) must overcome threats of bankruptcy, divorce and the death of his son to save his business. Ferrari bets all on the Mile Miglia, a 1,000-mile race across Italy. The supporting cast includes Shailene Woodley, Gabriel Leone, Sarah Gadon, Jack O’Connell, Patrick Dempsey, and Giuseppe Bonifati. Michael Mann shot the film on location in Ferrari’s hometown of Modena.</p>

<p>Ferrari will be released in theatres on December 25.</p>

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No stranger to worldwide critical appreciation for his talent, actor Adam Driver was seen getting teary-eyed as his latest film, Ferrari, got a standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival.

No stranger to worldwide critical appreciation for his talent, actor Adam Driver was seen getting teary-eyed as his latest film, Ferrari, got a standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival. The Adam Driver and Michael Mann film officially kicked off awards season with its Venice premiere that not one attendee can stop talking about. A racing drama, Ferrari debuted in competition to a packed house at the Sala Grande Theatre. Adam Driver fought tears as attendees applauded his film The film got a long six-minute-standing ovation as Adam Driver was seen fighting back tears. As he stayed put in his seat, Mann helped him get up and receive the applause. This is possibly the first film that has managed to bring some star power to the Venice Fest as many changes had to be made in the original schedule owing to dual Hollywood strikes that have been rocking the entertainment industry. Ferrari was one film everyone was hoping could change the mood at the Venice Film Festival and it didn’t disappoint one bit. In the film, Adam Driver takes on the role of racecar driver Enzo Ferrari. People lined up outside the venue to catch a glimpse of the actor as they were informed that Adam was among the only few in attendance at the fest. Amid the strikes, Ferrari is allowed to meet the press and promote their film since it is not backed by a studio but is an indie movie from distributor Neon, but Driver was the only big star in attendance. While Ferrari also stars Penelope Cruz, she didn’t make it to the event. Venice Film Festival won't be seeing regulars like Zendaya, Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, and Michael Fassbender due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. What is Ferrari about? Ferrari is based on the biography Enzo Ferrari: The Man and the Machine by Brock Yates. Michael Mann’s Ferrari is set during the summer of 1957 as the eponymous racer and entrepreneur (Driver) must overcome threats of bankruptcy, divorce and the death of his son to save his business. Ferrari bets all on the Mile Miglia, a 1,000-mile race across Italy. The supporting cast includes Shailene Woodley, Gabriel Leone, Sarah Gadon, Jack O’Connell, Patrick Dempsey, and Giuseppe Bonifati. Michael Mann shot the film on location in Ferrari’s hometown of Modena. Ferrari will be released in theatres on December 25. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Adam Driver's Ferrari gets 6-minute standing ovation at Venice Film Fest, actor gets teary-eyed

<p>With the fall/winter season almost at our doorstep, India’s one of the biggest cinema chains PVR Cinemas just launched a new Director’s Cut menu for its dynamic audiences that crave something new every time they look at a luxurious outing. With films, food always makes for an unbeatable pair, and what better than a gourmet food menu that involves some of the best cuisines?&nbsp;This time around, the cinemas launched a scrumptious Rajasthani and Middle Eastern menu with a few Mexican twists in between.</p>

<p>To help us understand the thought behind this unique mix of food dishes on the new menu, Chef Mayank Tiwari, Group Executive Chef at The Luxury Collection, PVR INOX Ltd. got talking to WION about the inspiration behind this new menu that offers the best of two eclectic world cuisines, his two cents on the whole ‘cinema halls food are very costly’ and what we can expect next.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>Here are the excerpts from our chat:&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>What was your thought behind this new menu?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Chef: </strong>Classic menu change travels between the scientific study of the sales patterns of a menu. It also brings into account what ingredients are moving out and what ingredients are coming in because of seasonalities. The one thing I was very keen on moving forward and doing this time around was to revive recipes and document recipes that otherwise get lost in transition at our homes. This is the first chapter of a series of cuisine revivals.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> Apart from the exotic dishes we see on the menu, what’s something you have tried for the first time?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Chef: </strong>This menu is special. It also has plant-based dishes. We're introducing an entire section of plant-based dishes. In the international realm, we have Arabic food. Chef Shiva has a lot of experience with Arabic food. He's worked with some very nice Armenian and Moroccan chefs. So have I, back in the days when I was at restaurants, I worked in a Mediterranean restaurant chain in India. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>With monsoons, we thought we will do Dal Bati Choorma and Junglee Murgh with Papad Parantha. I also wanted to explore the Kerala Anglo-Indian food in the upcoming menu changes. We're also looking at exploring Kashmir but that sits better with winter. We're also looking at Rampuri or the food from Dharbanga. I have a very close colleague who is from that region and I feel that there's a lot of food that can be done from there as well.</p>

<p>We are creating a think tank within the kitchen teams at PVR Inox. So I am basically envisioning bringing these teams together and enriching them rather than them just being executionary supervisors. The idea is to turn around the roles and also try and bring a lot of value to the menus from their experiences. So this is one of them.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>WION: </strong>The dishes taste delicious and what a spread you’ve put up as testers. Was this curation research-based though? (After I tried Al Faham, Armenian Losh Kebab Burger, and other delectable items on the menu)</p>

<p><strong>Chef:</strong> Yes, this was research-based. We spoke to a lot of people and then we thought with monsoons, these dishes fit the scheme of things. We also want to balance the number of new dishes we introduce since there should be a mix of classics and new dishes. For plant-based, our vision was to give people an alternative to meat protein. People have come to us before asking for alternatives to meat protein.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Among the regulars, well-seasoned french fries, pizza, burgers, or chaat..never go out of style.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> Where are you sourcing the ingredients from - are these local or imported?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Chef: </strong>For Middle Eastern dishes, Tahini and stuff come from abroad but for vegetables, we rely on small farmers instead of mandi-based shops. Our dried food ingredients come from Chandni Chowk.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> Lastly, we would like to know how you weigh in on the discussion of “Cinema halls offer expensive food”?</p>

<p><strong>Chef: </strong>That has never been about food. If you were to actually compare, our pizza at Director’s Cut is somewhere around Rs 800. For a Neapolitan, high malt flour-based pizza with excellent quality cheese, it’s cheaper than a Domino's 12-inch pizza. Our Classic Margherita&nbsp;would maybe just be Rs 40 more expensive but at least we aren't using hydrogenated fat-based cheese. In our business, ingredients-based cost always results in a certain recipe cost and a certain selling cost.&nbsp;</p>


With the fall/winter season almost at our doorstep, India’s one of the biggest cinema chains PVR Cinemas just launched a new Director’s Cut menu for its dynamic audiences that crave something new every time they look at a luxurious outing.

With the fall/winter season almost at our doorstep, India’s one of the biggest cinema chains PVR Cinemas just launched a new Director’s Cut menu for its dynamic audiences that crave something new every time they look at a luxurious outing. With films, food always makes for an unbeatable pair, and what better than a gourmet food menu that involves some of the best cuisines? This time around, the cinemas launched a scrumptious Rajasthani and Middle Eastern menu with a few Mexican twists in between. To help us understand the thought behind this unique mix of food dishes on the new menu, Chef Mayank Tiwari, Group Executive Chef at The Luxury Collection, PVR INOX Ltd. got talking to WION about the inspiration behind this new menu that offers the best of two eclectic world cuisines, his two cents on the whole ‘cinema halls food are very costly’ and what we can expect next. Here are the excerpts from our chat: WION: What was your thought behind this new menu? Chef: Classic menu change travels between the scientific study of the sales patterns of a menu. It also brings into account what ingredients are moving out and what ingredients are coming in because of seasonalities. The one thing I was very keen on moving forward and doing this time around was to revive recipes and document recipes that otherwise get lost in transition at our homes. This is the first chapter of a series of cuisine revivals. WION: Apart from the exotic dishes we see on the menu, what’s something you have tried for the first time? Chef: This menu is special. It also has plant-based dishes. We're introducing an entire section of plant-based dishes. In the international realm, we have Arabic food. Chef Shiva has a lot of experience with Arabic food. He's worked with some very nice Armenian and Moroccan chefs. So have I, back in the days when I was at restaurants, I worked in a Mediterranean restaurant chain in India. With monsoons, we thought we will do Dal Bati Choorma and Junglee Murgh with Papad Parantha. I also wanted to explore the Kerala Anglo-Indian food in the upcoming menu changes. We're also looking at exploring Kashmir but that sits better with winter. We're also looking at Rampuri or the food from Dharbanga. I have a very close colleague who is from that region and I feel that there's a lot of food that can be done from there as well. We are creating a think tank within the kitchen teams at PVR Inox. So I am basically envisioning bringing these teams together and enriching them rather than them just being executionary supervisors. The idea is to turn around the roles and also try and bring a lot of value to the menus from their experiences. So this is one of them. WION: The dishes taste delicious and what a spread you’ve put up as testers. Was this curation research-based though? (After I tried Al Faham, Armenian Losh Kebab Burger, and other delectable items on the menu) Chef: Yes, this was research-based. We spoke to a lot of people and then we thought with monsoons, these dishes fit the scheme of things. We also want to balance the number of new dishes we introduce since there should be a mix of classics and new dishes. For plant-based, our vision was to give people an alternative to meat protein. People have come to us before asking for alternatives to meat protein. Among the regulars, well-seasoned french fries, pizza, burgers, or chaat..never go out of style. WION: Where are you sourcing the ingredients from - are these local or imported? Chef: For Middle Eastern dishes, Tahini and stuff come from abroad but for vegetables, we rely on small farmers instead of mandi-based shops. Our dried food ingredients come from Chandni Chowk. WION: Lastly, we would like to know how you weigh in on the discussion of “Cinema halls offer expensive food”? Chef: That has never been about food. If you were to actually compare, our pizza at Director’s Cut is somewhere around Rs 800. For a Neapolitan, high malt flour-based pizza with excellent quality cheese, it’s cheaper than a Domino's 12-inch pizza. Our Classic Margherita would maybe just be Rs 40 more expensive but at least we aren't using hydrogenated fat-based cheese. In our business, ingredients-based cost always results in a certain recipe cost and a certain selling cost.

The delectable art of luxury film watching with gourmet food: PVR Cinemas Chef Interview

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