<p>The 'Gully Boy' fever has gripped the nation and how! Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt's film minted Rs. 72.45 crore in its first weekend.Trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to his Twitter handle to share the box office collection of the movie. He wrote, “#GullyBoy has excellent *extended* weekend... Will cross Rs 75 cr today [Mon]... Metros exceptional... Mumbai circuit terrific... Tier-2 cities pick up... Metros to trend strongly on weekdays... Thu 19.40 cr, Fri 13.10 cr, Sat 18.65 cr, Sun 21.30 cr. Total: Rs 72.45 cr. India biz.”‘<br />
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<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-is-ranveer-singhs-second-biggest-opening-film-at-the-box-office-earns-rs-1940-crores-on-its-first-day-197616">'Gully Boy’ earned Rs. 19.40 crore on Thursday</a> but the collections saw a slight dip on Friday with the film minting Rs. 13.10 crore. The film made Rs. 18.65 on Saturday and continued to rule the ticket windows on Sunday, earning Rs. 21.30 crore, taking its total collection to Rs. 72.45 crore.The film is doing exceptionally well in metro cities, especially Mumbai.</p>

<p>‘Gully Boy’ opened to great reviews from both film critics and audiences. It first premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285">Read the film's review here.</a><br />
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Hollywood actor Will Smith also watched the film and shared a video on his Instagram account, praising Ranveer’s rapping skills.`<br />
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'Gully Boy` is inspired by the lives of Mumbai street rappers Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naved Shaikh aka Naezy. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar and released on Valentine`s Day, 14th February.<br />
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Apart from this, Ranveer and Alia will also be seen in Karan Johar`s upcoming directorial `Takht`. The period drama also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Bhumi Pednekar in pivotal roles.&nbsp;</p>


The 'Gully Boy' fever has gripped the nation and how! Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt's film minted Rs. 72.45 crore in its first weekend.Trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to his Twitter handle to share the box office collection of the movie.

The 'Gully Boy' fever has gripped the nation and how! Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt's film minted Rs. 72.45 crore in its first weekend.Trade analyst Taran Adarsh took to his Twitter handle to share the box office collection of the movie. He wrote, “#GullyBoy has excellent *extended* weekend... Will cross Rs 75 cr today [Mon]... Metros exceptional... Mumbai circuit terrific... Tier-2 cities pick up... Metros to trend strongly on weekdays... Thu 19.40 cr, Fri 13.10 cr, Sat 18.65 cr, Sun 21.30 cr. Total: Rs 72.45 cr. India biz.”‘ 'Gully Boy’ earned Rs. 19.40 crore on Thursday but the collections saw a slight dip on Friday with the film minting Rs. 13.10 crore. The film made Rs. 18.65 on Saturday and continued to rule the ticket windows on Sunday, earning Rs. 21.30 crore, taking its total collection to Rs. 72.45 crore.The film is doing exceptionally well in metro cities, especially Mumbai. ‘Gully Boy’ opened to great reviews from both film critics and audiences. It first premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival. Read the film's review here. Hollywood actor Will Smith also watched the film and shared a video on his Instagram account, praising Ranveer’s rapping skills.` 'Gully Boy` is inspired by the lives of Mumbai street rappers Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naved Shaikh aka Naezy. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar and released on Valentine`s Day, 14th February. Apart from this, Ranveer and Alia will also be seen in Karan Johar`s upcoming directorial `Takht`. The period drama also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Bhumi Pednekar in pivotal roles.

Ranveer Singh's ‘Gully Boy’ earns Rs 72.45 crore within four days of its release

<p>With the “Apna Time Aayega” fever catching up on almost everyone, our very own railway minister, Piyush Goyal has a funny take on the song.&nbsp;</p>

<p>What would have ideally fallen under the category of an advisory warning to people of the country to buy tickets or face penalty, has come out as a funny rap song from the Indian Railway.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Goyal posted a video on his Twitter yesterday and captioned it “Tera Time Aayega”. When seen, the video sounds almost like the ‘Gully Boy’ song with same rap theme and rhythm but with changed lyrics. The song goes like: <em>‘Ruk </em><em>ja</em><em> ab </em><em>tu</em><em> line </em><em>mein</em><em>, ticket </em><em>ke</em><em> </em><em>talaash</em><em> </em><em>mein</em><em>’</em> (Wait in the queue and buy a ticket) and ends with: <em>‘Bina ticket </em><em>aaya</em><em> hai, </em><em>tu</em><em> </em><em>pakda</em><em> </em><em>zaroor</em><em> </em><em>jaayega</em><em>’ </em>(You've come without a ticket, so you will get caught for sure).</p>

<p>Watch the video here:</p>

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<p>It features a montage of real-life photos from a railway station where people who want to travel on the train can be seen showing their tickets to the ticket collector. The song goes on to praise the smartness of the collector who has a way of finding out who is with or without a ticket on the train.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the song was recently seen in ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh who sings the song for the film. The film has been declared a massive hit, having earned more than Rs 80 crore in five days.&nbsp;<br />
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With the “Apna Time Aayega” fever catching up on almost everyone, our very own railway minister, Piyush Goyal has a funny take on the song. What would have ideally fallen under the category of an advisory warning to people of the country to buy tickets or face penalty, has come out as a funny rap song from the Indian Railway.

With the “Apna Time Aayega” fever catching up on almost everyone, our very own railway minister, Piyush Goyal has a funny take on the song. What would have ideally fallen under the category of an advisory warning to people of the country to buy tickets or face penalty, has come out as a funny rap song from the Indian Railway. Goyal posted a video on his Twitter yesterday and captioned it “Tera Time Aayega”. When seen, the video sounds almost like the ‘Gully Boy’ song with same rap theme and rhythm but with changed lyrics. The song goes like: ‘Ruk ja ab tu line mein, ticket ke talaash mein’ (Wait in the queue and buy a ticket) and ends with: ‘Bina ticket aaya hai, tu pakda zaroor jaayega’ (You've come without a ticket, so you will get caught for sure). Watch the video here: Tera Time Aayega pic.twitter.com/3JI8SoPx3u — Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) February 18, 2019 × It features a montage of real-life photos from a railway station where people who want to travel on the train can be seen showing their tickets to the ticket collector. The song goes on to praise the smartness of the collector who has a way of finding out who is with or without a ticket on the train. Meanwhile, the song was recently seen in ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh who sings the song for the film. The film has been declared a massive hit, having earned more than Rs 80 crore in five days.

Move over 'Apna Time Ayega', Piyush Goyal has a new anthem 'Tera Time Ayega' for defaulters in Indian Railways

<p>The 'Gully Boy' fever is here to stay. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film may be centered around Ranveer Singh's character Murad but Akhtar and co-writer Reema Kagti have weaved into the story several other memorable characters- each leaving a lasting impression. Be it Murad's parents played by Vijay Raaz and Amruta Subhash or Murad's mentor MC Sher played by debutant Siddhant Chaturvedi or Murad's friend Moeen played by Vijay Varma- all the actors have delivered top performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While Varma is not new to cinema, his moment under the sun has only come now. He made heads turn as the vile Ankit in 'Pink' a few years back which opened doors(read film offers) for him but it is the portrayal as the tough nut Moeen in Akhtar's film that has truly made people sit up and take note of his talent.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285">Read the film's review here.</a></p>

<p>Varma states it took him time to understand his character. " It took a lot of introspection to understand who Moeen is, to be honest," said Varma during a chat with WION. "He is a car mechanic who is also a peddler but there is a lot going on there. He is part of a lot of enterprises but nobody knows exactly what he does. He is very deceptive."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Varma who had to audition for his role said that it was Zoya and Ranveer Singh who helped him to get in the character. "Zoya have me the brief of the character well. She said 'Moeen is a survivor, a rat, can even survive a volcano. He makes things happen for himself but he doesn’t have any place to go to.' That information was very crucial for me."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Varma recalls how Ranveer, with whom he had all his scenes, helped him to improvise in certain scenes. "While rehearsing the scene where the boys are at the Benetton store, my lines were simple. '10 lakh ke liye toh Moeen bhai rap karenga, tum log sab baaju waaju hatt jao’. Ranveer said, 'Moeen should break into a gig- which I thought was a great suggestion. So I went back home, prepared something in my head and came for the shoot- now Moeen doesn’t know a word of English, he doesn’t understand a word of what these guys do but understand the rhythm. I am personally a fan of Snoop Dogg, so I decided to mix his style and deliver the lines with some sound effects like 'Waao waao' and everyone had a good laugh over it- which was eventually captured in the scene" recalls the actor. He says that while dialogue writer Vijay Maurya wrote the perfect lines for a story like that, Zoya gave the actors a lot of room for improvisation. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singhs-gully-boy-earns-rs-7245-within-four-days-of-its-release-198209">Also read:&nbsp;Ranveer Singh's ‘Gully Boy’ earns Rs 72.45 crore within four days of its release</a></p>

<p>All of Varma's scenes were with Singh in the film. Varma says Singh had gone into that zone of his character while shooting for 'Gully Boy'. "I met Murad on the sets every day while we were shooting and not Ranveer Singh. I am not exaggerating about this. I saw the energetic Ranveer only at the wrap party. He was inquisitive, underplayed his role and between the shots remained in character- shy and reserved."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ensemble cast had several noteworthy actors playing key roles. Wasn't he apprehensive of getting overshadowed? "I knew that there were serious actors here who could steal scenes anyway – such incredible cast! But I get charged every time I am placed with such a star cast."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Varma also credits Akhtar for her writing which made each of the characters stand out. "Almost all her films have multiple characters and they are all very well written. You remember every part in all her films. When I read the script of 'Gully Boy', I understood why Moeen is there. I couldn’t have asked for a better film with Zoya really." said Varma in retrospect.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actor who has featured in critically acclaimed films like 'Monsoon Shootout' and 'Raagdesh' in the past, admits that he is selective when it comes to choosing roles. "I have certain filmmakers in mind with whom I want to work, certain stories that they narrate I want to be a part of. Also, I am not very conventional in the way I appear or the way I think, so I ensure I'm with those people who think on the same level. Rather than going into a genre where people don’t trust me with, want to roles where people have faith in me and my abilities."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actor though admits that lines between art house and commercial cinema are blurring. "Glad it is happening now, while I am in my primes. I can only be happier. I have grown up on a staple diet of some great cinema from across the world and witnessed some great performances so I’d like to do that. I am playing for the long run. I am here for that. Want to play a really long inning which is why I want to work with the best."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Varma will be seen next in 'Bumbaaz' which is being presented by Anurag Kashyap and a web series which is being written and produced by Imtiaz Ali.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Terming 'Gully Boy' as his favourite Zoya Akhtar film, he says there is something in the story that everyone can relate to. "It's wholesome that way, you know. There is so much relatable content. There's Murad, who is holding on to a tiny thread and wanting to climb on it- and how with perseverance he is able to turn his fortune and live his dream- it's is an incredibly inspiring story'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Varma says that the biggest takeaway for him from 'Gully Boy' is that to never stop dreaming. "Dream big and be relentless, face rejections but still continue to dream. Because when you dream you become a Murad when you don’t you become a Moeen."&nbsp;</p>


The 'Gully Boy' fever is here to stay. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film may be centered around Ranveer Singh's character Murad but Akhtar and co-writer Reema Kagti have weaved into the story several other memorable characters- each leaving a lasting impression.

The 'Gully Boy' fever is here to stay. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film may be centered around Ranveer Singh's character Murad but Akhtar and co-writer Reema Kagti have weaved into the story several other memorable characters- each leaving a lasting impression. Be it Murad's parents played by Vijay Raaz and Amruta Subhash or Murad's mentor MC Sher played by debutant Siddhant Chaturvedi or Murad's friend Moeen played by Vijay Varma- all the actors have delivered top performances. While Varma is not new to cinema, his moment under the sun has only come now. He made heads turn as the vile Ankit in 'Pink' a few years back which opened doors(read film offers) for him but it is the portrayal as the tough nut Moeen in Akhtar's film that has truly made people sit up and take note of his talent. Read the film's review here. Varma states it took him time to understand his character. " It took a lot of introspection to understand who Moeen is, to be honest," said Varma during a chat with WION. "He is a car mechanic who is also a peddler but there is a lot going on there. He is part of a lot of enterprises but nobody knows exactly what he does. He is very deceptive." Varma who had to audition for his role said that it was Zoya and Ranveer Singh who helped him to get in the character. "Zoya have me the brief of the character well. She said 'Moeen is a survivor, a rat, can even survive a volcano. He makes things happen for himself but he doesn’t have any place to go to.' That information was very crucial for me." Varma recalls how Ranveer, with whom he had all his scenes, helped him to improvise in certain scenes. "While rehearsing the scene where the boys are at the Benetton store, my lines were simple. '10 lakh ke liye toh Moeen bhai rap karenga, tum log sab baaju waaju hatt jao’. Ranveer said, 'Moeen should break into a gig- which I thought was a great suggestion. So I went back home, prepared something in my head and came for the shoot- now Moeen doesn’t know a word of English, he doesn’t understand a word of what these guys do but understand the rhythm. I am personally a fan of Snoop Dogg, so I decided to mix his style and deliver the lines with some sound effects like 'Waao waao' and everyone had a good laugh over it- which was eventually captured in the scene" recalls the actor. He says that while dialogue writer Vijay Maurya wrote the perfect lines for a story like that, Zoya gave the actors a lot of room for improvisation. Also read: Ranveer Singh's ‘Gully Boy’ earns Rs 72.45 crore within four days of its release All of Varma's scenes were with Singh in the film. Varma says Singh had gone into that zone of his character while shooting for 'Gully Boy'. "I met Murad on the sets every day while we were shooting and not Ranveer Singh. I am not exaggerating about this. I saw the energetic Ranveer only at the wrap party. He was inquisitive, underplayed his role and between the shots remained in character- shy and reserved." The ensemble cast had several noteworthy actors playing key roles. Wasn't he apprehensive of getting overshadowed? "I knew that there were serious actors here who could steal scenes anyway – such incredible cast! But I get charged every time I am placed with such a star cast." Varma also credits Akhtar for her writing which made each of the characters stand out. "Almost all her films have multiple characters and they are all very well written. You remember every part in all her films. When I read the script of 'Gully Boy', I understood why Moeen is there. I couldn’t have asked for a better film with Zoya really." said Varma in retrospect. The actor who has featured in critically acclaimed films like 'Monsoon Shootout' and 'Raagdesh' in the past, admits that he is selective when it comes to choosing roles. "I have certain filmmakers in mind with whom I want to work, certain stories that they narrate I want to be a part of. Also, I am not very conventional in the way I appear or the way I think, so I ensure I'm with those people who think on the same level. Rather than going into a genre where people don’t trust me with, want to roles where people have faith in me and my abilities." The actor though admits that lines between art house and commercial cinema are blurring. "Glad it is happening now, while I am in my primes. I can only be happier. I have grown up on a staple diet of some great cinema from across the world and witnessed some great performances so I’d like to do that. I am playing for the long run. I am here for that. Want to play a really long inning which is why I want to work with the best." Varma will be seen next in 'Bumbaaz' which is being presented by Anurag Kashyap and a web series which is being written and produced by Imtiaz Ali. Terming 'Gully Boy' as his favourite Zoya Akhtar film, he says there is something in the story that everyone can relate to. "It's wholesome that way, you know. There is so much relatable content. There's Murad, who is holding on to a tiny thread and wanting to climb on it- and how with perseverance he is able to turn his fortune and live his dream- it's is an incredibly inspiring story'. Varma says that the biggest takeaway for him from 'Gully Boy' is that to never stop dreaming. "Dream big and be relentless, face rejections but still continue to dream. Because when you dream you become a Murad when you don’t you become a Moeen."

Zoya told me Moeen is a rat who can survive even a volcano: Vijay Varma on his breakout role in 'Gully Boy'

<p>Zoya Akhtar's latest 'Gully Boy' is off to a flying start. The film that stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles has earned Rs 51.15 crores.&nbsp;The film released on Thursday, 14th February, cashing on Valentine's Day. The film on its first day earned a Rs 19.40 crores making it <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-is-ranveer-singhs-second-biggest-opening-film-at-the-box-office-earns-rs-1940-crores-on-its-first-day-197616">Ranveer Singh's second biggest opening film </a>after 'Simmba'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film, which narartes the story of a rap artist from Dharavi, Mumbai, has been well received by critics and audiences alike. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285">Read the film's review here.</a></p>

<p>Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the numbers of the film on Twitter on Sunday. "#GullyBoy catches speed... Crosses ₹ 50 cr... Metros excellent, driving the biz... Mass belt/Tier-2 cities improve... Day 4 [Sun] should be huge again... ₹ 70 cr+ *extended* weekend on cards... Thu 19.40 cr, Fri 13.10 cr, Sat 18.65 cr. Total: ₹ 51.15 cr. India biz."</p>

<p>The film based in Mumbai also has been doing well overseas, breaking the age-old myth of the Mumbai-centric films fail&nbsp;to gain audience outside of India, observed Adarsh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>" There’s a line of thought *within the industry* that Mumbai-centric films find limited takers #Overseas... #GullyBoy seems to prove this theory wrong... Goes from strength to strength with each passing day... USA-Canada leads, followed by UAE-GCC... Data follows... @comScore" Adarsh noted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the film also features Kalki Koechlin, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Varma, Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and others.</p>


Zoya Akhtar's latest 'Gully Boy' is off to a flying start. The film that stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles has earned Rs 51.15 crores. The film released on Thursday, 14th February, cashing on Valentine's Day.

Zoya Akhtar's latest 'Gully Boy' is off to a flying start. The film that stars Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles has earned Rs 51.15 crores. The film released on Thursday, 14th February, cashing on Valentine's Day. The film on its first day earned a Rs 19.40 crores making it Ranveer Singh's second biggest opening film after 'Simmba'. The film, which narartes the story of a rap artist from Dharavi, Mumbai, has been well received by critics and audiences alike. Read the film's review here. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the numbers of the film on Twitter on Sunday. "#GullyBoy catches speed... Crosses ₹ 50 cr... Metros excellent, driving the biz... Mass belt/Tier-2 cities improve... Day 4 [Sun] should be huge again... ₹ 70 cr+ *extended* weekend on cards... Thu 19.40 cr, Fri 13.10 cr, Sat 18.65 cr. Total: ₹ 51.15 cr. India biz." The film based in Mumbai also has been doing well overseas, breaking the age-old myth of the Mumbai-centric films fail to gain audience outside of India, observed Adarsh. " There’s a line of thought *within the industry* that Mumbai-centric films find limited takers #Overseas... #GullyBoy seems to prove this theory wrong... Goes from strength to strength with each passing day... USA-Canada leads, followed by UAE-GCC... Data follows... @comScore" Adarsh noted. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the film also features Kalki Koechlin, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Varma, Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and others.

'Gully Boy' crosses Rs 50 crores at the box office in its opening weekend

<p>As Zoya Akhtar film ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt registers good numbers at the box office, there are reports that the film will now be remade in another language. It <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-crosses-rs-50-crores-at-the-box-office-in-its-opening-weekend-198023">earned Rs 51.15 crores in the first weekend collections</a> after releasing on 14th February, cashing on Valentine's Day.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film, on its first day, earned&nbsp;Rs 19.40 crores making it Ranveer Singh's second-biggest opening film after 'Simmba'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Owing to the rave reviews, ‘Gully Boy’ is reportedly ready to travel down South as it will be made in Telugu. Telugu producer Allu Arvind is considering to remake the film.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The reports also suggest that Allu is considering to rope in Sai Dharam Tej to reprise the role played by Ranveer Singh. Meanwhile, Sai Dharam Tej is currently working on his upcoming film ‘Chitralahari’, directed by Kishore Tirumala. The film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as the leading lady and is aimed for release in April this year. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers.&nbsp;</p>


As Zoya Akhtar film ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt registers good numbers at the box office, there are reports that the film will now be remade in another language.

As Zoya Akhtar film ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt registers good numbers at the box office, there are reports that the film will now be remade in another language. It earned Rs 51.15 crores in the first weekend collections after releasing on 14th February, cashing on Valentine's Day. The film, on its first day, earned Rs 19.40 crores making it Ranveer Singh's second-biggest opening film after 'Simmba'. Owing to the rave reviews, ‘Gully Boy’ is reportedly ready to travel down South as it will be made in Telugu. Telugu producer Allu Arvind is considering to remake the film. The reports also suggest that Allu is considering to rope in Sai Dharam Tej to reprise the role played by Ranveer Singh. Meanwhile, Sai Dharam Tej is currently working on his upcoming film ‘Chitralahari’, directed by Kishore Tirumala. The film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as the leading lady and is aimed for release in April this year. The film is being produced by Mythri Movie Makers.

Ranveer Singh starrer 'Gully Boy' to now get a Telugu remake?

<p>Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gully Boy'is off to a flying start. The makers cashed in on Valentine's Day and released the film on Thursday. Owing to the massive hype around the<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285"> film and positive reviews, </a>the film saw a good opening at the box office. It earned Rs 19.40 crores on the first day of release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>What more, the film is now the second biggest opening film in Ranveer Singh's career just behind 'Simmba' which was Singh last outing before this film. 'Gully Boy' is ahead of 'Padmaavat' even which had earned Rs 19 crore on the first day of its release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to share the numbers. He tweeted,"#GullyBoy is Ranveer Singh’s second biggest opener... Lower than #Simmba... Higher than #Padmaavat... "</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> is Ranveer Singh’s second biggest opener... Lower than <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Simmba?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Simmba</a>... Higher than <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Padmaavat?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Padmaavat</a>... Opening Day:<br />
1. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Simmba?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Simmba</a> ₹ 20.72 cr<br />
2. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> ₹ 19.40 cr [Thu; revised]<br />
3. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Padmaavat?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Padmaavat</a> ₹ 19 cr [Thu]<br />
4. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gunday?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gunday</a> ₹ 16.12 cr<br />
5. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GoliyonKiRaasleelaRamLeela?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GoliyonKiRaasleelaRamLeela</a> ₹ 16 cr<br />
India biz.</p>
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<p>Directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Farhan Akhtar, the film is the story of Murad, played by Singh, who lives in a slum in Dharavi and harbours dreams of becoming a rap artist. Earlier, the film had a world premiere at the prestigious Berlin Film Festival where it received a standing ovation post the screening.&nbsp;</p>


Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gully Boy'is off to a flying start. The makers cashed in on Valentine's Day and released the film on Thursday. Owing to the massive hype around the film and positive reviews, the film saw a good opening at the box office.

Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gully Boy'is off to a flying start. The makers cashed in on Valentine's Day and released the film on Thursday. Owing to the massive hype around the film and positive reviews, the film saw a good opening at the box office. It earned Rs 19.40 crores on the first day of release. What more, the film is now the second biggest opening film in Ranveer Singh's career just behind 'Simmba' which was Singh last outing before this film. 'Gully Boy' is ahead of 'Padmaavat' even which had earned Rs 19 crore on the first day of its release. Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to share the numbers. He tweeted,"#GullyBoy is Ranveer Singh’s second biggest opener... Lower than #Simmba... Higher than #Padmaavat... " #GullyBoy is Ranveer Singh’s second biggest opener... Lower than #Simmba... Higher than #Padmaavat... Opening Day: 1. #Simmba ₹ 20.72 cr 2. #GullyBoy ₹ 19.40 cr [Thu; revised] 3. #Padmaavat ₹ 19 cr [Thu] 4. #Gunday ₹ 16.12 cr 5. #GoliyonKiRaasleelaRamLeela ₹ 16 cr India biz. — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 15, 2019 × Directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Farhan Akhtar, the film is the story of Murad, played by Singh, who lives in a slum in Dharavi and harbours dreams of becoming a rap artist. Earlier, the film had a world premiere at the prestigious Berlin Film Festival where it received a standing ovation post the screening.

'Gully Boy' is Ranveer Singh's second biggest opening film at the box office, earns Rs 19.40 crores on its first day

<p>‘Gully Boy’ released today to a house full at almost all theatres in major cities as Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt make their way into the hearts of their fans with this year’s biggest entertainer. The film came back on a high note after seeing its world premiere at Berlin film festival where it <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-is-a-hit-among-celebs-as-fast-furious-star-michelle-rodriguez-calls-it-beautiful-197102">received positive word from those who attended.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Last night was big for the star cast as they hosted a special screening for their near and dear ones.<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285"> Read 'Gully Boy' review here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>While Ranveer was seen with wife Deepika Padukone, as they kissed, giggled and posed like a happy couple; Alia hosted an exclusive screening for boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor. The two couples looked at ease, happy and ready for the cameras.&nbsp;</p>

<p>See pictures:&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ranveer also hosted a special screening for his parents and those of Deepika’s as the Bhavnanis and the Padukones arrived for the same.&nbsp;</p>

<p>See some pictures:</p>

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<p>'Gully Boy' is a story on street rappers in India, how one such rapper believes in himself and dreams of making it big. Ranveer plays that boy while Alia plays his lover in the film. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar.&nbsp;</p>


‘Gully Boy’ released today to a house full at almost all theatres in major cities as Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt make their way into the hearts of their fans with this year’s biggest entertainer.

‘Gully Boy’ released today to a house full at almost all theatres in major cities as Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt make their way into the hearts of their fans with this year’s biggest entertainer. The film came back on a high note after seeing its world premiere at Berlin film festival where it received positive word from those who attended. Last night was big for the star cast as they hosted a special screening for their near and dear ones. Read 'Gully Boy' review here. While Ranveer was seen with wife Deepika Padukone, as they kissed, giggled and posed like a happy couple; Alia hosted an exclusive screening for boyfriend Ranbir Kapoor. The two couples looked at ease, happy and ready for the cameras. See pictures: Ranveer also hosted a special screening for his parents and those of Deepika’s as the Bhavnanis and the Padukones arrived for the same. See some pictures: 'Gully Boy' is a story on street rappers in India, how one such rapper believes in himself and dreams of making it big. Ranveer plays that boy while Alia plays his lover in the film. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar.

'Gully Boy' stars Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt host special screening for Deepika & Ranbir; see pics

<p>Zoya Akhtar is a master filmmaker and if people didn’t believe so until now, they will after having watched ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. On a high, ever since the film received rave reviews at the Berlin film festival, Zoya has been of late attending events pertaining to the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At one such event, during an interaction, Zoya was asked about Kangana Ranaut and her accusations against Bollywood fraternity. Kangana had said that the Hindi film industry and her<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/kangana-ranaut-accuses-bollywood-of-ganging-up-against-her-alia-bhatt-extends-her-an-apology-196036"> colleagues gang up against her</a> and don’t support her in her projects even though she takes out time for them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To this, Zoya said, &nbsp;"Of course people appreciate her work...I don't understand her accusations, I'm sorry."</p>

<p>Kangana had especially accused Aamir Khan and Alia Bhatt of not appreciating her performance in<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/manikarnika-review-its-a-kangana-ranaut-show-all-the-way-192595"> ‘Manikarnika’.&nbsp;</a></p>


Zoya Akhtar is a master filmmaker and if people didn’t believe so until now, they will after having watched ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. On a high, ever since the film received rave reviews at the Berlin film festival, Zoya has been of late attending events pertaining to the film.

Zoya Akhtar is a master filmmaker and if people didn’t believe so until now, they will after having watched ‘Gully Boy’ starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. On a high, ever since the film received rave reviews at the Berlin film festival, Zoya has been of late attending events pertaining to the film. At one such event, during an interaction, Zoya was asked about Kangana Ranaut and her accusations against Bollywood fraternity. Kangana had said that the Hindi film industry and her colleagues gang up against her and don’t support her in her projects even though she takes out time for them. To this, Zoya said, "Of course people appreciate her work...I don't understand her accusations, I'm sorry." Kangana had especially accused Aamir Khan and Alia Bhatt of not appreciating her performance in ‘Manikarnika’.

Zoya Akhtar slams Kangana Ranaut, says 'People appreciate her work, don't understand her accusations'

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/maduro-making-terrible-mistake-by-not-allowing-aid-to-enter-venezuela-trump-197250">Maduro making </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/maduro-making-terrible-mistake-by-not-allowing-aid-to-enter-venezuela-trump-197250">terrible</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/maduro-making-terrible-mistake-by-not-allowing-aid-to-enter-venezuela-trump-197250"> mistake by not allowing aid to enter Venezuela: Trump</a></p>

<p>The US aid, sitting on the Colombian side of the border with Venezuela, has become the latest flashpoint in the US-led push to topple Maduro.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-sweden-sign-agreement-for-greater-cooperation-on-technology-manufacturing-197256">India, Sweden sign key pacts on technology, manufacturing</a></p>

<p>The pact will provide a facilitating framework for greater cooperation on the high end and cutting edge technology and manufacturing.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-quick-review-you-dont-have-to-be-a-fan-of-hip-hop-to-like-this-film-197233">'Gully Boy' quick review: You don't have to be a fan of hip-hop to like this film</a></p>

<p>'Gully Boy' is the story of an honest, diligent Murad who may share a cube-like home with his large family in Dharavi but who also harbours dreams of becoming the next big thing in hip-hop.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/pak-saudi-arabia-sri-lanka-in-european-commission-blacklist-for-terror-financing-money-laundering-197258">Pak, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka in European Commission blacklist for terror financing, money laundering</a></p>

<p>The European Commission had added Saudi Arabia, Panama, Nigeria and other jurisdictions to a blacklist of nations seen as posing a threat because of lax controls on terrorism financing and money laundering.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/champions-league-real-madrid-edge-out-ajax-as-asensio-scores-late-winner-197252">Champions League: Real Madrid edge out Ajax as Asensio scores late winner</a></p>

<p>Karim Benzema swept holders Real into the lead in the second half, before Hakim Ziyech scored a deserved equaliser for an energetic Ajax.</p>


Maduro making terrible mistake by not allowing aid to enter Venezuela: Trump The US aid, sitting on the Colombian side of the border with Venezuela, has become the latest flashpoint in the US-led push to topple Maduro.

Maduro making terrible mistake by not allowing aid to enter Venezuela: Trump The US aid, sitting on the Colombian side of the border with Venezuela, has become the latest flashpoint in the US-led push to topple Maduro. India, Sweden sign key pacts on technology, manufacturing The pact will provide a facilitating framework for greater cooperation on the high end and cutting edge technology and manufacturing. 'Gully Boy' quick review: You don't have to be a fan of hip-hop to like this film 'Gully Boy' is the story of an honest, diligent Murad who may share a cube-like home with his large family in Dharavi but who also harbours dreams of becoming the next big thing in hip-hop. Pak, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka in European Commission blacklist for terror financing, money laundering The European Commission had added Saudi Arabia, Panama, Nigeria and other jurisdictions to a blacklist of nations seen as posing a threat because of lax controls on terrorism financing and money laundering. Champions League: Real Madrid edge out Ajax as Asensio scores late winner Karim Benzema swept holders Real into the lead in the second half, before Hakim Ziyech scored a deserved equaliser for an energetic Ajax.

News brief: Big stories of the day

<p>Zoya Akhtar's latest movie '<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-review-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-film-has-multiple-heroes-197285">Gully Boy' has opened to great reviews</a> from fans and critics alike. And while people have been lauding the actors, the film courted controversy days prior to its release due to the song 'Azadi'.&nbsp;<br />
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There was a debate on social media about the change in the lyrics of 'Azadi', which musician Dub Sharma created in 2016 after student leader Kanhaiya Kumar made the slogan popular during a protest in Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru University.&nbsp;<br />
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The lyrics had words such as 'Aazadi... Manuvaad se', Aazadi Brahmanvaad se', but these lines are missing in the 'Gully Boy' track which has tweaked the original.&nbsp;Zoya said they changed the lyrics to suit the context of the film and its character.<br />
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"My story is about class, about feeling oppressed by your class. It is about economic disparity, the divide between rich and poor. It represents the point of view of my character and his engagement with the society, his socio-economic space and his anger. My film is not about the caste system or JNU."</p>

<p>The director was speaking to a news agency ahead of the film's release. Freedom, Akhtar said, is a word that was used way before JNU and will continue to be used.&nbsp;<br />
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"It has been used for women's movement, for caste disparity, against the system and whatever the oppressed community feels strongly about... But it would have been fake on my part if I had just taken the original song and monetised it."&nbsp;<br />
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The woman behind 'Dil Dhadakne Do', which explored varied relationships of the rich and mighty on a cruise ship, and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', about three friends on a road trip through Spain, has gone over to the other side with her 'Gully Boy' that talks about Mumbai's hip hop scene.&nbsp;</p>

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The Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt starrer examines how street music becomes a way for struggling urban youth to project their anger in a system where the odds are stacked against them.<br />
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"Frankly, there is no voice in the mainstream that represents the urban youth and that's what attracted me to the story. Their rap is conscious of its space and it is conscious of where it exists. It is honest, truthful and personal. They are the artistes who speak about their socio-economic space, about the system and how it treats them," Zoya told PTI in an interview.<br />
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The 46-year-old says she grew up listening to classic hip-hop artistes such as Tupac Shakur, 50 Cent and Eminem but the mainstream Indian hip-hop scene never attracted her until she chanced upon a track by Divine and Naezy.<br />
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The story of the two rappers from the chawls of Kurla in Mumbai serves as the inspiration for 'Gully Boy', played by Ranveer Singh.<br />
<br />
Zoya says she realised she could use hip-hop to tell a larger story about urban youth and their frustrations.<br />
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"There are youngsters who are kind of frustrated because they are not even allowed to pursue their dreams... They have to figure out how they get by in their day-to-day life. There is a huge population that falls in this bracket and hip-hop resonates with them."&nbsp;<br />
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Zoya says she does not concern herself with how people bracket her as a filmmaker. As a filmmaker, she is drawn to conflicts.<br />
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"At the end of my life, I want to have a body of work that has everything. My next job is for Amazon and again it is about rich people, wedding planning. I want to do all kind of films. I don't want to be bracketed into one kind of cinema and if somebody does that, then it is on them," she said.&nbsp;<br />
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According to Zoya, if you are good at your job and resonate emotionally with people and there are conflicts that you can connect to, your work will find its audience. "Ultimately, we are all human beings and the rest is just the backdrop,"&nbsp;she said.<br />
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The story of an underprivileged artiste finding his path through hip-hop led to some comparisons with Eminem's '8 Mile', but Zoya dismisses speculation that her film has anything to do with the Hollywood movie.<br />
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"When 'Zindagi' was coming out, everybody said that it is 'Hangover'. I got very upset at that time but then it released and everyone forgot about it. I understand the comparison with '8 Mile' because that's their only reference point. Also, he comes from the underprivileged space and the rap battle, the tropes are similar. But there is no similarity."</p>


Zoya Akhtar's latest movie 'Gully Boy' has opened to great reviews from fans and critics alike. And while people have been lauding the actors, the film courted controversy days prior to its release due to the song 'Azadi'.

Zoya Akhtar's latest movie 'Gully Boy' has opened to great reviews from fans and critics alike. And while people have been lauding the actors, the film courted controversy days prior to its release due to the song 'Azadi'. There was a debate on social media about the change in the lyrics of 'Azadi', which musician Dub Sharma created in 2016 after student leader Kanhaiya Kumar made the slogan popular during a protest in Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru University. The lyrics had words such as 'Aazadi... Manuvaad se', Aazadi Brahmanvaad se', but these lines are missing in the 'Gully Boy' track which has tweaked the original. Zoya said they changed the lyrics to suit the context of the film and its character. "My story is about class, about feeling oppressed by your class. It is about economic disparity, the divide between rich and poor. It represents the point of view of my character and his engagement with the society, his socio-economic space and his anger. My film is not about the caste system or JNU." The director was speaking to a news agency ahead of the film's release. Freedom, Akhtar said, is a word that was used way before JNU and will continue to be used. "It has been used for women's movement, for caste disparity, against the system and whatever the oppressed community feels strongly about... But it would have been fake on my part if I had just taken the original song and monetised it." The woman behind 'Dil Dhadakne Do', which explored varied relationships of the rich and mighty on a cruise ship, and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', about three friends on a road trip through Spain, has gone over to the other side with her 'Gully Boy' that talks about Mumbai's hip hop scene. The Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt starrer examines how street music becomes a way for struggling urban youth to project their anger in a system where the odds are stacked against them. "Frankly, there is no voice in the mainstream that represents the urban youth and that's what attracted me to the story. Their rap is conscious of its space and it is conscious of where it exists. It is honest, truthful and personal. They are the artistes who speak about their socio-economic space, about the system and how it treats them," Zoya told PTI in an interview. The 46-year-old says she grew up listening to classic hip-hop artistes such as Tupac Shakur, 50 Cent and Eminem but the mainstream Indian hip-hop scene never attracted her until she chanced upon a track by Divine and Naezy. The story of the two rappers from the chawls of Kurla in Mumbai serves as the inspiration for 'Gully Boy', played by Ranveer Singh. Zoya says she realised she could use hip-hop to tell a larger story about urban youth and their frustrations. "There are youngsters who are kind of frustrated because they are not even allowed to pursue their dreams... They have to figure out how they get by in their day-to-day life. There is a huge population that falls in this bracket and hip-hop resonates with them." Zoya says she does not concern herself with how people bracket her as a filmmaker. As a filmmaker, she is drawn to conflicts. "At the end of my life, I want to have a body of work that has everything. My next job is for Amazon and again it is about rich people, wedding planning. I want to do all kind of films. I don't want to be bracketed into one kind of cinema and if somebody does that, then it is on them," she said. According to Zoya, if you are good at your job and resonate emotionally with people and there are conflicts that you can connect to, your work will find its audience. "Ultimately, we are all human beings and the rest is just the backdrop," she said. The story of an underprivileged artiste finding his path through hip-hop led to some comparisons with Eminem's '8 Mile', but Zoya dismisses speculation that her film has anything to do with the Hollywood movie. "When 'Zindagi' was coming out, everybody said that it is 'Hangover'. I got very upset at that time but then it released and everyone forgot about it. I understand the comparison with '8 Mile' because that's their only reference point. Also, he comes from the underprivileged space and the rap battle, the tropes are similar. But there is no similarity."

Zoya Akhtar on controversy around 'Azadi' song:'Gully Boy' is not about the caste system or JNU

<p>The Central Board of Film Certification is at it again. One of the most anticipated films of the season, Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' has run into trouble with the Censor board.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to media reports, CBFC has makers to shorten a kissing scene featuring the film's leads Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. It has further directed the makers to omit a close-up shot of the scene as well.&nbsp;<br />
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Reports state that the 13 seconds that have been snipped have been replaced with a wider shot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The board has made four other changes in the film including removal of the name Royal Stag, an alcohol brand, which is incidentally the film's brand partner. It is perhaps for the first time that the Censor board has removed a brand partner's name from the film. The board has also beeped out cuss words.</p>

<p>This is not the first time that the Indian Censor Board has played the moral police. Earlier, when Pahlaj Nihalani was the chief of the board, several Indian and International films faced arbitrary cuts. CBFC is now headed by adman and lyricist Prasoon Joshi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' premiered last week at the Berlin Film Festival where it received a positive response from audience and critics alike.&nbsp;<br />
The film is scheduled to release in theatres on 14th February.&nbsp;</p>


The Central Board of Film Certification is at it again. One of the most anticipated films of the season, Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' has run into trouble with the Censor board.

The Central Board of Film Certification is at it again. One of the most anticipated films of the season, Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' has run into trouble with the Censor board. According to media reports, CBFC has makers to shorten a kissing scene featuring the film's leads Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. It has further directed the makers to omit a close-up shot of the scene as well. Reports state that the 13 seconds that have been snipped have been replaced with a wider shot. The board has made four other changes in the film including removal of the name Royal Stag, an alcohol brand, which is incidentally the film's brand partner. It is perhaps for the first time that the Censor board has removed a brand partner's name from the film. The board has also beeped out cuss words. This is not the first time that the Indian Censor Board has played the moral police. Earlier, when Pahlaj Nihalani was the chief of the board, several Indian and International films faced arbitrary cuts. CBFC is now headed by adman and lyricist Prasoon Joshi. Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' premiered last week at the Berlin Film Festival where it received a positive response from audience and critics alike. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on 14th February.

Gully Boy: CBFC asks makers to edit a kissing scene featuring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt from the film

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and director Zoya Akhtar discuss Indian rap drama, ‘Gully Boy’

<p>Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Gully Boy’ is still a day away from theatrical release and there’s already a positive word building around the film. Ever since the film saw its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival, celebs have come out to praise the film on India's street rappers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>We told you that among the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-world-premiere-opens-to-biggest-cheers-at-berlin-film-festival-196857">rave reviews coming from overseas, Cameron Bailey,</a> the artistic director at the Toronto International Film Festival, lauded the film and tweeted saying that he has never seen such a response to a movie in the last 20 years at Berlin Film Festival. He wrote: "Watched the GULLY BOY world premiere tonight in a packed house with @RanveerOfficial, @aliaa08 &amp; @ZoyaAkhtarOff present. Biggest cheers I’ve heard in 20+ years at the Berlinale."</p>

<p>Now, ‘Fast &amp; Furious’ star Michelle Rodriguez has also lauded the film. In a tweet, Rodriguez spoke about the rap culture in the world, the cultural change that hip hop brought in the Caribbean countries and of course ‘Gully Boy’. She wrote: &nbsp;"I remember when rap broke out of New York &amp; made it to the Caribbean, my Brooklynn born bros would breakdance on cardboard boxes in the Dominican Republic, America had no clue how impactful this platform was going to be for the underdog worldwide. Beautiful.”</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I remember when rap broke out of New York &amp; made it to the Caribbean, my Brooklynn born bros would breakdance on cardboard boxes in Dominican Republic, America had no clue how impactful this platform was going to be for the underdog worldwide. Beautiful🎼 <a href="https://t.co/TRjC9ag9X4">https://t.co/TRjC9ag9X4</a></p>
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<p>Meanwhile, other celebs are also going all praise for the movie. Rahul Bose in a series of tweets says, "Watched #GullyBoy yesterday. It takes you into a world you know nothing about &amp; makes you care for its people, their lives, their futures. What more can an audience ask for? Superbly directed, spot-on performances, great emotional highs and lows. And banging rap - music &amp; lyrics."</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Watched <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> yesterday. It takes you into a world you know nothing about &amp; makes you care for its people, their lives, their futures. What more can an audience ask for? Superbly directed, spot on performances, great emotional highs and lows. And banging rap - music &amp; lyrics.</p>
— Rahul Bose (@RahulBose1) <a href="https://twitter.com/RahulBose1/status/1095182167427166208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 12, 2019</a></blockquote>
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<p>Shankar Mahadevan, wrote, "GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !! What a masterpiece !! @ZoyaAkhtarOff it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !! @RanveerOfficial it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !!! Bllllllllownnnnnn away !!"</p>

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<p>Atul Kasbekar in a tweet called it one of the best Hindi films. He wrote, "#GullyBoy is a cinematic masterpiece. #ZoyaAkhtar is in my book the best director in the country right now. The film is a technical and emotional triumph. Have no words to describe the brilliance of @RanveerOfficial n @aliaa08. This is 1 of the 10 best Hindi films that I’ve seen.”</p>


Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Gully Boy’ is still a day away from theatrical release and there’s already a positive word building around the film. Ever since the film saw its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival, celebs have come out to praise the film on India's street rappers.

Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Gully Boy’ is still a day away from theatrical release and there’s already a positive word building around the film. Ever since the film saw its world premiere at the Berlin Film Festival, celebs have come out to praise the film on India's street rappers. We told you that among the rave reviews coming from overseas, Cameron Bailey, the artistic director at the Toronto International Film Festival, lauded the film and tweeted saying that he has never seen such a response to a movie in the last 20 years at Berlin Film Festival. He wrote: "Watched the GULLY BOY world premiere tonight in a packed house with @RanveerOfficial, @aliaa08 & @ZoyaAkhtarOff present. Biggest cheers I’ve heard in 20+ years at the Berlinale." Now, ‘Fast & Furious’ star Michelle Rodriguez has also lauded the film. In a tweet, Rodriguez spoke about the rap culture in the world, the cultural change that hip hop brought in the Caribbean countries and of course ‘Gully Boy’. She wrote: "I remember when rap broke out of New York & made it to the Caribbean, my Brooklynn born bros would breakdance on cardboard boxes in the Dominican Republic, America had no clue how impactful this platform was going to be for the underdog worldwide. Beautiful.” I remember when rap broke out of New York & made it to the Caribbean, my Brooklynn born bros would breakdance on cardboard boxes in Dominican Republic, America had no clue how impactful this platform was going to be for the underdog worldwide. Beautiful🎼 https://t.co/TRjC9ag9X4 — Michelle Rodriguez (@MRodOfficial) February 11, 2019 × Meanwhile, other celebs are also going all praise for the movie. Rahul Bose in a series of tweets says, "Watched #GullyBoy yesterday. It takes you into a world you know nothing about & makes you care for its people, their lives, their futures. What more can an audience ask for? Superbly directed, spot-on performances, great emotional highs and lows. And banging rap - music & lyrics." Watched #GullyBoy yesterday. It takes you into a world you know nothing about & makes you care for its people, their lives, their futures. What more can an audience ask for? Superbly directed, spot on performances, great emotional highs and lows. And banging rap - music & lyrics. — Rahul Bose (@RahulBose1) February 12, 2019 × Shankar Mahadevan, wrote, "GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !! What a masterpiece !! @ZoyaAkhtarOff it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !! @RanveerOfficial it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !!! Bllllllllownnnnnn away !!" GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !!! GULLY BOY !! What a masterpiece !! @ZoyaAkhtarOff it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !! @RanveerOfficial it can be ONLY YOU ONLY YOU ONLY YOU !!! Bllllllllownnnnnn away !! pic.twitter.com/a8NkAtNKbj — Shankar Mahadevan (@Shankar_Live) February 11, 2019 × Atul Kasbekar in a tweet called it one of the best Hindi films. He wrote, "#GullyBoy is a cinematic masterpiece. #ZoyaAkhtar is in my book the best director in the country right now. The film is a technical and emotional triumph. Have no words to describe the brilliance of @RanveerOfficial n @aliaa08. This is 1 of the 10 best Hindi films that I’ve seen.”

'Gully Boy' is a hit among celebs as 'Fast & Furious' star Michelle Rodriguez calls it 'beautiful'

Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘Gully Boy’ premiered at the Berlin Film Festival before it gets ready to release in India on February 14. The film starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles saw the stars along with the director dressed to their best for the screening.

Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘Gully Boy’ premiered at the Berlin Film Festival before it gets ready to release in India on February 14. The film starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in lead roles saw the stars along with the director dressed to their best for the screening. As the world premiere of the film took place, ‘Gully Boy’ received rave reviews from the audience and the loudest cheer at the festival. See trailer here. View this post on Instagram बर्लिन की गली में 🖖 A post shared by Alia 🌸 (@aliaabhatt) on Feb 9, 2019 at 5:48am PST × View this post on Instagram Full Feels 🧡 A post shared by Alia 🌸 (@aliaabhatt) on Feb 9, 2019 at 8:31pm PST × View this post on Instagram Thank you, Berlin! 🇩🇪 #gullyboy #berlinale A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Feb 9, 2019 at 5:47pm PST × Cameron Bailey, the artistic director at the Toronto International Film Festival, lauded the film and tweeted saying that he has never seen such a response to a movie in the last 20 years at Berlin Film Festival. He wrote: "Watched the GULLY BOY world premiere tonight in a packed house with @RanveerOfficial, @aliaa08 & @ZoyaAkhtarOff present. Biggest cheers I’ve heard in 20+ years at the Berlinale." Watched the GULLY BOY world premiere tonight in a packed house with @RanveerOfficial, @aliaa08 & @ZoyaAkhtarOff present. Biggest cheers I’ve heard in 20+ years at the Berlinale. pic.twitter.com/Lk8OUoA663 — Cameron Bailey (@cameron_tiff) February 10, 2019 × ‘Gully Boy’ is a film about street rappers in Mumbai who erupted to the mainstream with hard-hitting lyrics and rap. Ranveer’s character is loosely based on the lives of underground rappers Divine and Naezy. The film is produced by Tiger Baby Productions and Excel Entertainment, and also features Kalki Koechlin, Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and Siddhant Chaturvedi in pivotal roles.

'Gully Boy' world premiere opens to 'biggest cheers' at Berlin film festival

<p>Actor <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/deepika-makes-my-life-worth-living-ranveer-singh-writes-a-heartfelt-note-for-his-wife-195051">Ranveer Singh</a> said India could be on the cusp of a musical revolution with the kind of Hindustani hip-hop that is the subject of his new movie premiering at the Berlin Film Festival.</p>

<p>"Gully Boy", directed by India's Zoya Akhtar, tells the fictional tale of Murad (Singh), a student who lives in a slum and ends up temporarily substituting for his injured father as chauffeur for a wealthy family.</p>

<p>He discovers a talent for rapping and uses it to vent his anger about poverty and the chasm between rich and poor, writing lines about babies cowering next to skyscrapers and wealthy people's cars being big as poor people's homes.</p>

<p>"This film is something that takes a genre of music that has essentially been underground in India so far and brings it to the mainstream," Singh said.</p>

<p>"I want this to be the beginning of something because I really think Hindustani hip-hop is a revolution. It's more than just music. It's a musical and social revolution," he said.</p>

<p>Singh said he grew up listening to rap music and it "feels amazing" to have recorded five songs for the film's soundtrack.</p>

<p>The coming-of-age film depicts a young man who refuses to accept what his father has taught him - that he cannot afford big dreams and should get a stable office job - and who defies class conventions by secretly dating Safeena (Alia Bhatt), a doctor's daughter.</p>

<p>Safeena is confident and violently attacks potential love rivals while Murad is a more sensitive and reserved character.</p>

<p>"Traditionally our films and gender dynamics are structured very differently," Singh said. "So that's an aspect of our film that we're very proud of."</p>

<p>He said he initially wanted to become an actor to be a virtuous hero with big muscles who beats other men up and stands up for what is right, but Akhtar had brought out a part of him on screen that was usually reserved for his friends and family.</p>

<p>"Zoya kind of very literally and metaphorically peels away all of those layers to kind of tap into a very real, very authentic side of me ... a little bit more quiet, more reserved, more introverted and more internally feeling sensitive, vulnerable," he said.</p>

<p>The movie - shot in Mumbai - features slum dwellers picking through rubbish, abandoned children preparing drugs to earn their keep and homes made from corrugated iron alongside wealthy Indians attending posh parties, modern skyscrapers and a group of camera-wielding British tourists visiting a slum.</p>

<p>It is one of around 400 films screening at this year's Berlinale festival, which runs until Feb. 17.</p>


Actor Ranveer Singh said India could be on the cusp of a musical revolution with the kind of Hindustani hip-hop that is the subject of his new movie premiering at the Berlin Film Festival.

Actor Ranveer Singh said India could be on the cusp of a musical revolution with the kind of Hindustani hip-hop that is the subject of his new movie premiering at the Berlin Film Festival. "Gully Boy", directed by India's Zoya Akhtar, tells the fictional tale of Murad (Singh), a student who lives in a slum and ends up temporarily substituting for his injured father as chauffeur for a wealthy family. He discovers a talent for rapping and uses it to vent his anger about poverty and the chasm between rich and poor, writing lines about babies cowering next to skyscrapers and wealthy people's cars being big as poor people's homes. "This film is something that takes a genre of music that has essentially been underground in India so far and brings it to the mainstream," Singh said. "I want this to be the beginning of something because I really think Hindustani hip-hop is a revolution. It's more than just music. It's a musical and social revolution," he said. Singh said he grew up listening to rap music and it "feels amazing" to have recorded five songs for the film's soundtrack. The coming-of-age film depicts a young man who refuses to accept what his father has taught him - that he cannot afford big dreams and should get a stable office job - and who defies class conventions by secretly dating Safeena (Alia Bhatt), a doctor's daughter. Safeena is confident and violently attacks potential love rivals while Murad is a more sensitive and reserved character. "Traditionally our films and gender dynamics are structured very differently," Singh said. "So that's an aspect of our film that we're very proud of." He said he initially wanted to become an actor to be a virtuous hero with big muscles who beats other men up and stands up for what is right, but Akhtar had brought out a part of him on screen that was usually reserved for his friends and family. "Zoya kind of very literally and metaphorically peels away all of those layers to kind of tap into a very real, very authentic side of me ... a little bit more quiet, more reserved, more introverted and more internally feeling sensitive, vulnerable," he said. The movie - shot in Mumbai - features slum dwellers picking through rubbish, abandoned children preparing drugs to earn their keep and homes made from corrugated iron alongside wealthy Indians attending posh parties, modern skyscrapers and a group of camera-wielding British tourists visiting a slum. It is one of around 400 films screening at this year's Berlinale festival, which runs until Feb. 17.

India could be on cusp of musical revolution: Ranveer Singh

Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' is perhaps the most anticipated film of the season. A week before its commercial release, the dsirector along with the lead pair of the film Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt has gone to Berlin Film Festival where the film will be having its world premiere on Friday.

Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' is perhaps the most anticipated film of the season. A week before its commercial release, the dsirector along with the lead pair of the film Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt has gone to Berlin Film Festival where the film will be having its world premiere on Friday. The film's producer Ritesh Sidhwani is also attending the festival with them. Ahead of the red carpet premiere, the team attended the press screening on Thursday evening and interacted with the press. Alia, Zoya and Ranveer took to Instagram to share photos of their first day at the film festival. View this post on Instagram Trinity #berlinale #pressjunket #gullyboy @ranveersingh @aliaabhatt. My Gorgeous Suit by @nikhilthampi ❤️ styled by: @stylebyami 💋 A post shared by Zoya Akhtar (@zoieakhtar) on Feb 8, 2019 at 11:12am PST × View this post on Instagram Keep it 💯 A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Feb 8, 2019 at 9:45am PST × View this post on Instagram 👣 A post shared by Alia 🌸 (@aliaabhatt) on Feb 8, 2019 at 11:07am PST × View this post on Instagram Don’t even try and knock me off my loubs 🌟👠 A post shared by Alia 🌸 (@aliaabhatt) on Feb 8, 2019 at 11:05am PST × The film, based on street rap artists of Mumbai, has Ranveer playing a young man living in one of the chawls in Mumbai who harbours dreams of becoming a rap artist. The film has drawn inspiration from the lives of rap artists Divine and Naezy. The film which has been co-written by Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar will be releasing in India on 14th February. It also stars Kalki Koechlin, Vijay Verma, Vijay Raaz and Amruta Subhash.

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Zoya Akhtar take 'Gully Boy' to Berlin Film Festival; see pics

'Gully Boy' music launch: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Kalki rock the stage

<p>It was a big day for ‘Gully Boy’ yesterday as the star cast including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Kalki Koechlin along with director Zoya Akhtar entertained a maddening crowd in Mumbai at the music launch of their film. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200">Watch trailer.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>While Ranveer and Alia performed to the songs from their film, they were surprisingly joined by rappers Divine, Naezy and others on stage to add the punk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>We have proof of the traffic-stopping event that saw the cast and makers of the upcoming hip-hop film belt out some serious moves to an engaging and interactive audience.&nbsp;</p>

<p><img alt="gully boy" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8d2146db-cc70-4dd5-a2e7-fed76a0a0cdf" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/New%20%2818%29_1.jpg" /></p>

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<p>Ranveer was seen in a silver jacket that he paired with neon outfit while Alia looked pretty in a shimmery green and pink dress. She kept asking the crowd to chant ‘Apna Time Aayega’ as they enjoyed every bit of it. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-ranveer-singh-gets-together-with-divine-naezy-for-mere-gully-mein-191979">Watch </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-ranveer-singh-gets-together-with-divine-naezy-for-mere-gully-mein-191979">song</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-ranveer-singh-gets-together-with-divine-naezy-for-mere-gully-mein-191979"> 'Mere Gully Mein'.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p><img alt="gully boy" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b3df7f5c-97ed-4195-a869-7d1e9ca0bb24" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/New%20%2820%29_3.jpg" /></p>

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<p>‘Gully Boy’ co-producer Farhan Akhtar (Zoya's brother) was also there. The event was hosted by ‘Sacred Games’ actress Kubbra Sait.</p>

<p><img alt="gully boy" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2c4649cb-712a-4deb-8d43-210d0129728e" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/New%20%2822%29_2.jpg" /></p>

<p>The film is about a budding street rapper from the slums of Mumbai. Alia Bhatt, who has been cast opposite Ranveer Singh, plays the role of an aspiring medical student.</p>

<p>The film is inspired by the struggles and work of rappers Divine and Naezy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>‘Gully Boy’ releases on February 14.</p>


It was a big day for ‘Gully Boy’ yesterday as the star cast including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Kalki Koechlin along with director Zoya Akhtar entertained a maddening crowd in Mumbai at the music launch of their film.

It was a big day for ‘Gully Boy’ yesterday as the star cast including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Kalki Koechlin along with director Zoya Akhtar entertained a maddening crowd in Mumbai at the music launch of their film. Watch trailer. While Ranveer and Alia performed to the songs from their film, they were surprisingly joined by rappers Divine, Naezy and others on stage to add the punk. We have proof of the traffic-stopping event that saw the cast and makers of the upcoming hip-hop film belt out some serious moves to an engaging and interactive audience. Ranveer was seen in a silver jacket that he paired with neon outfit while Alia looked pretty in a shimmery green and pink dress. She kept asking the crowd to chant ‘Apna Time Aayega’ as they enjoyed every bit of it. Watch song 'Mere Gully Mein'. ‘Gully Boy’ co-producer Farhan Akhtar (Zoya's brother) was also there. The event was hosted by ‘Sacred Games’ actress Kubbra Sait. The film is about a budding street rapper from the slums of Mumbai. Alia Bhatt, who has been cast opposite Ranveer Singh, plays the role of an aspiring medical student. The film is inspired by the struggles and work of rappers Divine and Naezy. ‘Gully Boy’ releases on February 14.

'Gully Boy': Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Kubbra Sait turn up the heat at music launch

<p>As Zoya Akhtar’s ‘Gully Boy’ inches towards its release date while makers have come out with two new songs from the film’s album to keep the fans anxious, there’s something else you must know. If you thought Ranveer Singh’s rap in the<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-ranveer-singh-gets-together-with-divine-naezy-for-mere-gully-mein-191979"> songs released</a> was convincing, it’s because he has been a fan of the hip-hop since a while now. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200">Watch </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200">trailer</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200"> here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>In a statement, Ranveer said, "Hip-hop is something that's very alive inside me and always has been ever since I was a kid. I have a natural affinity and inclination towards it and I was thrilled to be in Zoya's film because I had always wanted to do such a film.” <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/i-am-born-to-do-gully-boy-says-ranveer-singh-189260"><em>Also watch:&nbsp;I am born to do Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh</em></a></p>

<p>He added, "I think I was in Class 3 or 4 when I first got into hip-hop. I loved listening to Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G, while growing up and I have been into that kind of music ever since. I used to watch a lot of MTV and that's where I first experienced it. There is a cousin of mine who migrated to the US and whenever he used to come down for summer holidays, he used to bring this music and we used to sit and hear it all the time.”</p>

<p>Ranveer also revealed that he took inspiration from rap legends Tupac and Eminem who shaped up the 'hip-hop artiste' in him. He said, "I think Tupac's All Eyez on Me was the first album that I had mugged up. And when Eminem made his debut... he completely blew my mind. I followed his music very closely and he became one of my most favourite artistes of all time."</p>

<p>Even for his fashion sense in the film, the actor said, "I used to go through phases where I used to dress like rappers - wear baggy jeans, oversized jerseys."</p>

<p>The film also stars Alia Bhatt in a leading role.&nbsp;</p>


As Zoya Akhtar’s ‘Gully Boy’ inches towards its release date while makers have come out with two new songs from the film’s album to keep the fans anxious, there’s something else you must know.

As Zoya Akhtar’s ‘Gully Boy’ inches towards its release date while makers have come out with two new songs from the film’s album to keep the fans anxious, there’s something else you must know. If you thought Ranveer Singh’s rap in the songs released was convincing, it’s because he has been a fan of the hip-hop since a while now. Watch trailer here. In a statement, Ranveer said, "Hip-hop is something that's very alive inside me and always has been ever since I was a kid. I have a natural affinity and inclination towards it and I was thrilled to be in Zoya's film because I had always wanted to do such a film.” Also watch: I am born to do Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh He added, "I think I was in Class 3 or 4 when I first got into hip-hop. I loved listening to Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, The Notorious B.I.G, while growing up and I have been into that kind of music ever since. I used to watch a lot of MTV and that's where I first experienced it. There is a cousin of mine who migrated to the US and whenever he used to come down for summer holidays, he used to bring this music and we used to sit and hear it all the time.” Ranveer also revealed that he took inspiration from rap legends Tupac and Eminem who shaped up the 'hip-hop artiste' in him. He said, "I think Tupac's All Eyez on Me was the first album that I had mugged up. And when Eminem made his debut... he completely blew my mind. I followed his music very closely and he became one of my most favourite artistes of all time." Even for his fashion sense in the film, the actor said, "I used to go through phases where I used to dress like rappers - wear baggy jeans, oversized jerseys." The film also stars Alia Bhatt in a leading role.

'Gully Boy': Ranveer Singh reveals he took inspiration from rap legends Tupac, Eminem to prepare for role

<p>Ranveer Singh starrer ‘Gully Boy’ released another song today as the actor got together with rappers Divine and Naezy to croon a special version for the film.<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200"> Watch </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200">trailer</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200"> here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Titled ‘Mere Gully Mein’, the song has feels of the original version that was sung by the rappers and also includes Ranveer Singh crooning to it as it introduces him to the world of rap music. It is a fresh sound for Bollywood, especially since it’s the first time that a Hindi film is made on the lives of Indian street rappers. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/i-am-born-to-do-gully-boy-says-ranveer-singh-189260"><em>Also read:&nbsp;I am born to do Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh</em></a></p>

<p>The song has been composed by Divine, Naezy &amp; Sez. This song too, like the album’s first track <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-ranveer-singhs-song-apna-time-aayega-will-you-an-adrenaline-rush-190168">‘Apna Time Aayega’</a>, introduces desi hip hop to Bollywood fans.</p>

<p>Listen to the recreated version here:&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The film is loosely based on the lives of Divine and Naezy, streets rappers of Mumbai. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/alia-bhatt-and-ranveer-singh-share-the-poster-of-their-upcoming-film-gully-boy-187842">See posters of the film here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, this is the original song:</p>

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<p>‘Gully Boy’ is directed by Zoya Akhtar and also stars Alia Bhatt, Kalki Koechlin and Vijay Raaz among others. It is slated to release on February 14.</p>


Ranveer Singh starrer ‘Gully Boy’ released another song today as the actor got together with rappers Divine and Naezy to croon a special version for the film. Watch trailer here.

Ranveer Singh starrer ‘Gully Boy’ released another song today as the actor got together with rappers Divine and Naezy to croon a special version for the film. Watch trailer here. Titled ‘Mere Gully Mein’, the song has feels of the original version that was sung by the rappers and also includes Ranveer Singh crooning to it as it introduces him to the world of rap music. It is a fresh sound for Bollywood, especially since it’s the first time that a Hindi film is made on the lives of Indian street rappers. Also read: I am born to do Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh The song has been composed by Divine, Naezy & Sez. This song too, like the album’s first track ‘Apna Time Aayega’, introduces desi hip hop to Bollywood fans. Listen to the recreated version here: The film is loosely based on the lives of Divine and Naezy, streets rappers of Mumbai. See posters of the film here. Meanwhile, this is the original song: ‘Gully Boy’ is directed by Zoya Akhtar and also stars Alia Bhatt, Kalki Koechlin and Vijay Raaz among others. It is slated to release on February 14.

'Gully Boy': Ranveer Singh gets together with Divine, Naezy for 'Mere Gully Mein'

<p>The trailer of 'Gully Boy' was loved by one and all when it was released last week and now the film's first song 'Apna Time Aayega' is all set to create similar magic. Sung/rapped by the film's lead actor, Ranveer Singh himself, the song gives an adrenaline rush with its beats and lyrics.</p>

<p>Ranveer and Alia shared the song on Twitter on Monday morning which has been composed by Dub Sharma &amp; DIVINE. DIVINE also provides background vocals and is the co-writer of the song along with Ankur Tewari.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Zoya Akhtar's film, which is set to release on 14th February, features Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead and narrates the story of a boy from Mumbai slums who becomes a rapper. The film also features Kalki Koechlin, Vijay Raaz and Vijay Verma in prominent roles.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200">trailer</a> has been receiving a lot of appreciation from fans and celebrities alike. The line 'Apna Time Aayega' has also inspired many memes which have been doing the rounds of the internet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">To Every cab/auto driver who has rejected me this morning <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/apnatimeaayega?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#apnatimeaayega</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/memeforameme?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#memeforameme</a> <a href="https://t.co/jQg33qhfSd">pic.twitter.com/jQg33qhfSd</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">How could he!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ApnaTimeAayega?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ApnaTimeAayega</a> <a href="https://t.co/e8GELDCA47">pic.twitter.com/e8GELDCA47</a></p>
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<p>Prior to the film's India release, the cast and crew will travel to Berlin for the film's screening at the Berlin Film Festival.&nbsp;</p>


The trailer of 'Gully Boy' was loved by one and all when it was released last week and now the film's first song 'Apna Time Aayega' is all set to create similar magic.

The trailer of 'Gully Boy' was loved by one and all when it was released last week and now the film's first song 'Apna Time Aayega' is all set to create similar magic. Sung/rapped by the film's lead actor, Ranveer Singh himself, the song gives an adrenaline rush with its beats and lyrics. Ranveer and Alia shared the song on Twitter on Monday morning which has been composed by Dub Sharma & DIVINE. DIVINE also provides background vocals and is the co-writer of the song along with Ankur Tewari. #ApnaTimeAayega OUT NOW ! 🎵🔝🎤 https://t.co/FLQsugjgoo@ritesh_sid #ZoyaAkhtar @FarOutAkhtar @excelmovies #TigerBaby @aliaa08 @SiddhantChturvD @kalkikanmani @ZeeMusicCompany @VivianDivine @ankurtewari @dubsharma #GullyBoy — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) January 14, 2019 × Zoya Akhtar's film, which is set to release on 14th February, features Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt in the lead and narrates the story of a boy from Mumbai slums who becomes a rapper. The film also features Kalki Koechlin, Vijay Raaz and Vijay Verma in prominent roles. The trailer has been receiving a lot of appreciation from fans and celebrities alike. The line 'Apna Time Aayega' has also inspired many memes which have been doing the rounds of the internet. When a colleague resigns😅#GullyBoy #apnatimeaayega pic.twitter.com/O4OQRdAWa5 — Deeps (@deeps910) January 11, 2019 × RCB in every IPL season~#GullyBoy pic.twitter.com/Fymebx0Mop — अभी_shake (@aao_twist_kare) January 9, 2019 × To Every cab/auto driver who has rejected me this morning #GullyBoy #apnatimeaayega #memeforameme pic.twitter.com/jQg33qhfSd — Tanu Kaushik (@tanukaushik) January 10, 2019 × How could he!#GullyBoy #ApnaTimeAayega pic.twitter.com/e8GELDCA47 — Ishq Meha (@quirkmurk) January 10, 2019 × Prior to the film's India release, the cast and crew will travel to Berlin for the film's screening at the Berlin Film Festival.

Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh's song 'Apna Time Aayega' will give you an adrenaline rush

Indian Bollywood music has seen a major shift in the last couple of years as the widely popular forms in the US and UK, hip-hop and rap, have made inroads to Hindi film songs in what was majorly dominated by dance and techno-beats driven pop.

Indian Bollywood music has seen a major shift in the last couple of years as the widely popular forms in the US and UK, hip-hop and rap, have made inroads to Hindi film songs in what was majorly dominated by dance and techno-beats driven pop. Increasing popularity for lyrical rap and hip-hop among the youngsters in India is now shaping taste for newer styles in Bollywood songs. Among scores of artists that are the face of this change, one international musician with Indian roots is working towards “mixing sounds of the East and West” while putting India on the world map in a genre that is now being explored in the country -- Svetha Yellapragada Rao, popularly known to fans by her stage name, Raja Kumari. Born to Telugu parents, the 32-year-old Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter is an Indian-American musician who says being part of the global music industry is her “calling.” In an exclusive chat with WION at the recently held Serendipity Arts Festival in Goa, Raja Kumari opened up on the vision behind her music, collaborating with international and Indian artists, what she loves to write about in her songs and why rap in India is here to stay! “It's coming from the gully…. It's coming from the city slums slums…” Raja Kumari exploded with this song in the Indian music scene in which she collaborated with hip-hop’s trailblazer, Divine. The two, equally known for their fiery and hard-hitting lyrics, brought the gully (streets) life to those who cared to listen. View this post on Instagram YOU WILL NEVER OWN ME ⚡️ @discountuniverse A post shared by Raja Kumari (@therajakumari) on Nov 24, 2018 at 6:46am PST × On what she wants to tell the world through her lyrics, Raja jokingly said, “How to be a bad bi***!” and continued, “I just think it’s about celebrating yourself, being strong and unapologetic. My music is really just a collection of things that I love. I love my culture, music, costumes, jewellery -- it’s all part of it that comes together in my artistry.” Raja Kumari literally means ‘Indian princess’. The rapper believes she was destined to be doing what she is at the moment even though she doesn’t come from a background in music. A Bachelor of Arts in religious studies with an emphasis on South Asian religions, Raja is also an Indian classical dancer. “I think all of this is a part of my calling. My ‘dharm’ is to be the best version of myself that I can be. It’s about bringing together all these disciplines and finding a way that people can understand it. Maybe some don’t want to study religious studies so I try to put those concepts into my songs so that maybe they’ll listen to those songs and get the same effect,” she said. Raja recently worked in Shah Rukh Khan’s film ‘Zero’ for a song titled ‘Husn Parcham’ featuring Katrina Kaif. Ask her what she did in the song, and she was quick to say, “I’m rapping in it. You thought that was Katrina? That’s cute. No that was me!” View this post on Instagram RK x @iamsrk x @katrinakaif 🤯😵🔥🥰 #husnparcham A post shared by Raja Kumari (@therajakumari) on Dec 12, 2018 at 2:43am PST × Raja also worked with Salman Khan in the same year, in ‘Race 3’ in which she sang the title track ‘Allah Duhai Hai’. Apart from her recent work in Bollywood big-ticket films, she has also collaborated with international notable artists including Gwen Stefani, Iggy Azalea, Fifth Harmony, Knife Party, Fall Out Boy and others. After working with so many international artists and having a fair share of experience in India with musicians here, Raja acknowledged that there is no real difference in those that create good music. She said, “I’m the luckiest as I have worked with the best. I mean I get to be on stage with A R Rahman and Divine -- like there’s no better; and, Kailash Kher. To make music with him is like, I really can’t complain. I think honestly, maybe I am ethnocentric, maybe I love my people the most but I feel like we’re the best.” View this post on Instagram u know we do it for the people #DivineRoots #GullyGang A post shared by Raja Kumari (@therajakumari) on Jul 30, 2018 at 8:43pm PDT × She added, “I’m glad that now is the time for us to be coming to the forefront, whether it’s just in music or in comedy, acting, writing or poetry. You name it and there’s an Indian there right now.” On her future work, she said, “My album is coming out early next year. Its called ‘Bloodline’ and I’ve been really busy working on that. I have collaborations with incredible producers from America. These are guys that wrote songs for Beyonce, Britney Spears, Usher; so I’m excited to level up and work with even better producers. I hope that this album can represent us worldwide on the international stage.” Raja has been nominated once for the prestigious Grammy award but she plans on winning one next time and said, “As a songwriter and as an artist, that’s always one of the big goals. I was nominated for a record that I wrote with Iggy Azalea, and it was actually the first song that I wrote for somebody. So that was an incredible experience. I feel it was God telling me to continue and to not give up because if the first one can be nominated for Grammy, one day I can bring the Grammy home for us.” Ask her about the rap scene in India, and she excitedly answers, “Rap scene in India is growing. I’m really excited about it. When I first came in, I was lucky enough to work with the best in the game. I worked with Divine, to me there’s nobody better in India. Just to see how he’s inspired so many artists and just to see so many people come up now. I think the future of hip-hop in India is really bright.”

Indian-American rapper Raja Kumari to WION: One day I will bring a Grammy home

<p>As the trailer of Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘Gully Boy’ came out today, we can tell that Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have gotten into the skin of their characters in a story that tells the world how the rap scene in India grew and with leaps and bounds.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film is said to be loosely based on the life of Divine, a Mumbai-based street rapper who charted success with songs that connected with the youth owing to its true-from-the-heart lyrics.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The trailer has Ranveer Singh repeating to himself ‘Apna Time Aayega’ (My time will come) even as the phrase appears on the screen towards the end.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ranveer and Alia play Muslims in the film, living in the streets of Mumbai (visibly poor).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Watch the trailer here:</p>

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<p>The film is set to release on 14th February.&nbsp;<br />
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As the trailer of Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘Gully Boy’ came out today, we can tell that Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have gotten into the skin of their characters in a story that tells the world how the rap scene in India grew and with leaps and bounds.

As the trailer of Zoya Akhtar’s film ‘Gully Boy’ came out today, we can tell that Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt have gotten into the skin of their characters in a story that tells the world how the rap scene in India grew and with leaps and bounds. The film is said to be loosely based on the life of Divine, a Mumbai-based street rapper who charted success with songs that connected with the youth owing to its true-from-the-heart lyrics. The trailer has Ranveer Singh repeating to himself ‘Apna Time Aayega’ (My time will come) even as the phrase appears on the screen towards the end. Ranveer and Alia play Muslims in the film, living in the streets of Mumbai (visibly poor). Watch the trailer here: The film is set to release on 14th February.

'Gully Boy' trailer: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt will make you want the film to release sooner

<p>Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar may not have openly admitted to their relationship, but the two have dropped major hints on<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/farhan-akhtars-birthday-wish-for-shibani-dandekar-sparks-link-up-rumours-162125"> social media by posting photos</a> of each other.&nbsp;<br />
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On Wednesday, as Farhan Akhtar turned 45, entertainment website Bollywood Life reported that he had exchanged rings with <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/farhan-akhtar-and-girlfriend-shibani-dandekar-get-cozy-in-new-pictures-185616">Shibani and the couple were set to get married</a> soon. While there has been no official confirmation on the report from either of them, Farhan sort of hinted at marriage during an event.&nbsp;<br />
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Farhan Akthar was interacting with the media at the trailer launch of his forthcoming production venture `Gully Boy` along with film`s actor Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, filmmaker sister Zoya Akhtar and co-producer Ritesh Sidhwani on Wednesday in Mumbai.<br />
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The actor was quizzed about his next film and his relationship with Shibani. To which he replied, "I have got `The Sky is Pink` as an actor which is being directed by Shonali Bose and there is going to be very special announcement, but this is not the time and the platform to announce it. The audience will hear about it very soon and I hope that excites them," said Akhtar.<br />
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Meanwhile Shibani posted a photo with Farhan on Instagram and captioned it as, "Because he has the coolest tattoo in the world and because it’s his bday! Happy birthday my sweet grumps love you loads @faroutakhtar"</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BsZ4HStAfuy/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">Because he has the coolest tattoo in the world 🐬 and because it’s his bday! Happy birthday my sweet grumps ❤️ love you loads @faroutakhtar 😘 🥂🎂🥳</a></p>

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<p>At the trailer launch event, actor Ranveer Singh who was in his usual element during trailer launch of<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/gully-boy-trailer-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatt-will-make-you-want-film-to-release-sooner-than-scheduled-189200"> `Gully Boy` </a>rapped iconic `Tum Jiyo Hazaaron Saal` birthday song on Farhan Akhtar`s birthday.<br />
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On Wednesday night, Farhan threw a party at his residence for his friends and family members. Shibani Dandekar was there for the celebrations along with Ritesh Sidhwani, Shaad Ali and others.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier reports stated that the two exchanged rings a few weeks back and are looking at a April or May wedding. If this happens, Farhan and Shibani will be the first couple to tie the knot in 2019 in Bollywood.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Farhan Akhtar was earlier married to Adhuna Bhabani for 16 years. The couple separated in 2017. They have two daughters together.&nbsp;</p>


Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar may not have openly admitted to their relationship, but the two have dropped major hints on social media by posting photos of each other.

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar may not have openly admitted to their relationship, but the two have dropped major hints on social media by posting photos of each other. On Wednesday, as Farhan Akhtar turned 45, entertainment website Bollywood Life reported that he had exchanged rings with Shibani and the couple were set to get married soon. While there has been no official confirmation on the report from either of them, Farhan sort of hinted at marriage during an event. Farhan Akthar was interacting with the media at the trailer launch of his forthcoming production venture `Gully Boy` along with film`s actor Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, filmmaker sister Zoya Akhtar and co-producer Ritesh Sidhwani on Wednesday in Mumbai. The actor was quizzed about his next film and his relationship with Shibani. To which he replied, "I have got `The Sky is Pink` as an actor which is being directed by Shonali Bose and there is going to be very special announcement, but this is not the time and the platform to announce it. The audience will hear about it very soon and I hope that excites them," said Akhtar. Meanwhile Shibani posted a photo with Farhan on Instagram and captioned it as, "Because he has the coolest tattoo in the world and because it’s his bday! Happy birthday my sweet grumps love you loads @faroutakhtar" View this post on Instagram Because he has the coolest tattoo in the world 🐬 and because it’s his bday! Happy birthday my sweet grumps ❤️ love you loads @faroutakhtar 😘 🥂🎂🥳 A post shared by Shibani Dandekar (@shibanidandekar) on Jan 8, 2019 at 10:48pm PST × At the trailer launch event, actor Ranveer Singh who was in his usual element during trailer launch of `Gully Boy` rapped iconic `Tum Jiyo Hazaaron Saal` birthday song on Farhan Akhtar`s birthday. On Wednesday night, Farhan threw a party at his residence for his friends and family members. Shibani Dandekar was there for the celebrations along with Ritesh Sidhwani, Shaad Ali and others. Earlier reports stated that the two exchanged rings a few weeks back and are looking at a April or May wedding. If this happens, Farhan and Shibani will be the first couple to tie the knot in 2019 in Bollywood. Farhan Akhtar was earlier married to Adhuna Bhabani for 16 years. The couple separated in 2017. They have two daughters together.

Amid wedding rumours, Farhan Akhtar says he will 'soon make a special announcement'

<p>The success of his latest film, 'Simmba' has just cemented Ranveer Singh's place in the top spot. While the actor has graced several magazine covers in the past, his latest is special. Popular comics Tinkle has featured the actor's animated version on the cover of its latest issue. Ranveer features on the cover with two popular characters of Tinkle comics- Supandi and Shikari Shambu.&nbsp;<br />
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Ranveer himself took to Twitter to share the cover and wrote, "I've to pinch myself to see if I’m dreaming.This is one of the fondest memories from my childhood.I grew up reading @TinkleMagazine.Can’t believe I’m on the cover with SUPPANDI AND SHIKARI SHAMBU!!! I mean... I can’t even...#blessed #nodreamtoobig(sic)"</p>

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<p>&nbsp;The issue has an interview of the actor along with a comic strip based on his character 'Simmba'.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On the work front, the actor is now gearing up for the release of his next, Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy'. The trailer announcement video itself garnered huge interest a few days back. The trailer will be releasing on Wednesday while the film will be releasing in theaters on 14th February. 'Gully Boy' is also going to be screened at the prestigious Berlin International Film Festival in February.&nbsp;</p>


The success of his latest film, 'Simmba' has just cemented Ranveer Singh's place in the top spot. While the actor has graced several magazine covers in the past, his latest is special.

The success of his latest film, 'Simmba' has just cemented Ranveer Singh's place in the top spot. While the actor has graced several magazine covers in the past, his latest is special. Popular comics Tinkle has featured the actor's animated version on the cover of its latest issue. Ranveer features on the cover with two popular characters of Tinkle comics- Supandi and Shikari Shambu. Ranveer himself took to Twitter to share the cover and wrote, "I've to pinch myself to see if I’m dreaming.This is one of the fondest memories from my childhood.I grew up reading @TinkleMagazine.Can’t believe I’m on the cover with SUPPANDI AND SHIKARI SHAMBU!!! I mean... I can’t even...#blessed #nodreamtoobig(sic)" I've to pinch myself to see if I’m dreaming.This is one of the fondest memories from my childhood.I grew up reading @TinkleMagazine.Can’t believe I’m on the cover with SUPPANDI AND SHIKARI SHAMBU!!! I mean... I can’t even...❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 @Suppandi #blessed #nodreamtoobig pic.twitter.com/pRYfAGMxti — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) January 8, 2019 × The issue has an interview of the actor along with a comic strip based on his character 'Simmba'. This January, @SimmbaTheFilm roars into the @TinkleMagazine universe! Catch @RanveerOfficial's adventures with your favourite Tinkle toons in our second January issue! Plus an exclusive interview from the newly married heart throb! (1/2) pic.twitter.com/LtAxCk1vW8 — Tinkle Magazine (@TinkleMagazine) January 8, 2019 × On the work front, the actor is now gearing up for the release of his next, Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy'. The trailer announcement video itself garnered huge interest a few days back. The trailer will be releasing on Wednesday while the film will be releasing in theaters on 14th February. 'Gully Boy' is also going to be screened at the prestigious Berlin International Film Festival in February.

Ranveer Singh's animated version makes it to the cover of Tinkle comics

<p>Actor Ranveer Singh, who is seen as a street rapper in his upcoming film 'Gully Boy', says he was born to do the coming-of-age musical film.</p>

<p>Ranveer spoke at the trailer launch of&nbsp;'Gully Boy' along with his co-star Alia Bhatt, the film's director Zoya Akhtar and producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani in Mumbai on Wednesday.</p>

<p>In the film, the actor plays the role of a street rapper who dreams big.</p>

<p>In real life, Ranveer Singh has had a brush with rapping himself. He did a bit of rapping in the title track of his second film 'Ladies vs Ricky Bahl'.</p>

<p>"When somebody told me about the script of 'Gully Boy', I told them that it is my film. If any other actor would have been a part of this film instead of me then I would have got burnt with jealousy. I was born to do `Gully Boy` and I knew only I can pull off this character."</p>

<p>Ranveer said the movie is special for him for many reasons. "It's a coming together of too many things that are very dear to me. It has rap, hip-hop music which I loved since I was a kid and it is set in my motherland Mumbai."</p>

<p>While sharing his experience of working with the film's cast and crew, Ranveer said: "Working with Zoya (Akhtar) was an amazing experience. She is really more than a director to me. She is my friend and confidante. She is so special to me in my life as a person more than a director. This film's producer Ritesh is like family to me. We go way back and our parents go way back. Farhan (Akhtar) is a creative force of nature who I have tremendous admiration for. I have been fielding for him to direct me since eight years now. Hopefully, he will consider me someday. I really don't know what to say about Alia (Bhatt). I don't know how she happened to us. We are lucky that we have an actor like Alia Bhatt as a part of our cinema."</p>

<p>When Zoya was asked how she managed to work with Ranveer in the film, she said: "He is a method actor. If he has to rap for a day, then he will rap for the whole day.''</p>

<p>"When I was editing `Dil Dhadkne Do` in 2014, that time my editor Anand Subaya actually showed me a video of an artiste called Naezy who was like 21 years of age and he had put a song called `Aafat`. That`s the first time I saw a real and authentic rap what now is called as Gully Rap. It`s just stuck in my head and from that moment, till now, it`s just took me on a journey to make this film," says Zoya.</p>

<p>'Gully Boy' also features Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and Siddhant Chaturvedi in key roles.</p>

<p>Produced by Tiger Baby Productions and Excel Entertainment, the movie is slated to release on February 14.</p>


Actor Ranveer Singh, who is seen as a street rapper in his upcoming film 'Gully Boy', says he was born to do the coming-of-age musical film. Ranveer spoke at the trailer launch of 'Gully Boy' along with his co-star Alia Bhatt, the film's director Zoya Akhtar and producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Actor Ranveer Singh, who is seen as a street rapper in his upcoming film 'Gully Boy', says he was born to do the coming-of-age musical film. Ranveer spoke at the trailer launch of 'Gully Boy' along with his co-star Alia Bhatt, the film's director Zoya Akhtar and producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani in Mumbai on Wednesday. In the film, the actor plays the role of a street rapper who dreams big. In real life, Ranveer Singh has had a brush with rapping himself. He did a bit of rapping in the title track of his second film 'Ladies vs Ricky Bahl'. "When somebody told me about the script of 'Gully Boy', I told them that it is my film. If any other actor would have been a part of this film instead of me then I would have got burnt with jealousy. I was born to do `Gully Boy` and I knew only I can pull off this character." Ranveer said the movie is special for him for many reasons. "It's a coming together of too many things that are very dear to me. It has rap, hip-hop music which I loved since I was a kid and it is set in my motherland Mumbai." While sharing his experience of working with the film's cast and crew, Ranveer said: "Working with Zoya (Akhtar) was an amazing experience. She is really more than a director to me. She is my friend and confidante. She is so special to me in my life as a person more than a director. This film's producer Ritesh is like family to me. We go way back and our parents go way back. Farhan (Akhtar) is a creative force of nature who I have tremendous admiration for. I have been fielding for him to direct me since eight years now. Hopefully, he will consider me someday. I really don't know what to say about Alia (Bhatt). I don't know how she happened to us. We are lucky that we have an actor like Alia Bhatt as a part of our cinema." When Zoya was asked how she managed to work with Ranveer in the film, she said: "He is a method actor. If he has to rap for a day, then he will rap for the whole day.'' "When I was editing `Dil Dhadkne Do` in 2014, that time my editor Anand Subaya actually showed me a video of an artiste called Naezy who was like 21 years of age and he had put a song called `Aafat`. That`s the first time I saw a real and authentic rap what now is called as Gully Rap. It`s just stuck in my head and from that moment, till now, it`s just took me on a journey to make this film," says Zoya. 'Gully Boy' also features Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and Siddhant Chaturvedi in key roles. Produced by Tiger Baby Productions and Excel Entertainment, the movie is slated to release on February 14.

I am born to do Gully Boy: Ranveer Singh

<p>Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt-Kalki Koechlin starrer ‘Gully Boy’ saw its makers release the first teaser of the film and we are simply bowled over.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video does a fine job at introducing the characters of the trio and offers a sneak peek into the chemistry shared by them. Ranveer’s character has that of the “voice of the streets” who raps throughout the teaser, telling the fans that they will introduce India to the concept of “asli (real) hip hop”. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/alia-bhatt-and-ranveer-singh-share-the-poster-of-their-upcoming-film-gully-boy-187842">See posters of the film here.</a></p>

<p>Ranveer lives in a slum of Mumbai, where he hones his skill of a rapper -- reflected through his lyrics that tell the story of his real problems and mundane life. Then there’s some romance between Ranveer and Alia and then Ranveer and Kalki. We wonder who he will end up with or if with any at all!</p>

<p>‘Gully Boy’ is also based on the lives of real people, particularly the rapper Divine, who is one of the most popular voices to emerge from the Mumbai rap scene. The film is named after one of his songs, and Ranveer’s rap suggests that it will borrow elements from his life, as well - in particular, Divine’s relationship with his mother.</p>

<p><em>Watch the teaser:</em></p>

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<p>In an earlier interview to a daily, Divine had praised Ranveer’s performance in the film. “Ranveer is the man,” Divine said. “He’s the best man to do the movie and he’s killed it.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>Directed by Zoya Akhtar, ‘Gully Boy’ is co-produced by her brother, Farhan and is scheduled for a February 14 release.</p>


Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt-Kalki Koechlin starrer ‘Gully Boy’ saw its makers release the first teaser of the film and we are simply bowled over. The video does a fine job at introducing the characters of the trio and offers a sneak peek into the chemistry shared by them.

Ranveer Singh-Alia Bhatt-Kalki Koechlin starrer ‘Gully Boy’ saw its makers release the first teaser of the film and we are simply bowled over. The video does a fine job at introducing the characters of the trio and offers a sneak peek into the chemistry shared by them. Ranveer’s character has that of the “voice of the streets” who raps throughout the teaser, telling the fans that they will introduce India to the concept of “asli (real) hip hop”. See posters of the film here. Ranveer lives in a slum of Mumbai, where he hones his skill of a rapper -- reflected through his lyrics that tell the story of his real problems and mundane life. Then there’s some romance between Ranveer and Alia and then Ranveer and Kalki. We wonder who he will end up with or if with any at all! ‘Gully Boy’ is also based on the lives of real people, particularly the rapper Divine, who is one of the most popular voices to emerge from the Mumbai rap scene. The film is named after one of his songs, and Ranveer’s rap suggests that it will borrow elements from his life, as well - in particular, Divine’s relationship with his mother. Watch the teaser: In an earlier interview to a daily, Divine had praised Ranveer’s performance in the film. “Ranveer is the man,” Divine said. “He’s the best man to do the movie and he’s killed it.” Directed by Zoya Akhtar, ‘Gully Boy’ is co-produced by her brother, Farhan and is scheduled for a February 14 release.

'Gully Boy': Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Kalki Koechlin will charm you in the first teaser released

With the advent of the new year, Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt shared fresh new posters of their upcoming film ‘Gully Boy’. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the film will follow the story of a young Mumbai street rapper, inspired by the life of Divine and others who are like him.

With the advent of the new year, Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt shared fresh new posters of their upcoming film ‘Gully Boy’. Directed by Zoya Akhtar, the film will follow the story of a young Mumbai street rapper, inspired by the life of Divine and others who are like him. See pictures from their shoot wrap-up party! The first poster introduces Ranveer Singh, with his back facing the camera as he looks forward at a building. The foreground has musical notes and lyrics written as the film’s tagline reads: “Apna time aayega (Our time will come).” View this post on Instagram Apna Time Aayega! #GullyBoy #14thFeb #2019 @ritesh_sid @zoieakhtar @faroutakhtar @excelmovies #TigerBaby @aliaabhatt @zeemusiccompany A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Jan 1, 2019 at 2:32am PST × In the second poster, Ranveer's face is visible as he listens to music with earphones plugged in. In the third and last shared recently, both Ranveer and Alia's characters can be seen -- with them adjusting their earphones as they share music while travelling on a train. View this post on Instagram The voice of the streets. #GullyBoy #14thFeb @ritesh_sid @zoieakhtar @faroutakhtar @excelmovies #TigerBaby @aliaabhatt @zeemusiccompany A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Jan 1, 2019 at 7:30pm PST × View this post on Instagram ❤🎧 #GullyBoy #14thFeb @ritesh_sid @zoieakhtar @faroutakhtar @excelmovies #TigerBaby @aliaabhatt @zeemusiccompany A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Jan 1, 2019 at 8:01pm PST × Earlier last year, some pictures from their shoot leaked out with fans going crazy after seeing Alia and Ranveer in a different avatar -- something not seen before. In a previous interview, when Divine was asked whether he felt that Ranveer would do a good job of his life story, he said, “Ranveer is the man,” and added, “He’s the best man to do the movie and he’s killed it.” ‘Gully Boy’ will be screened in the Berlinale Special section of the Berlin Film festival, which will be held between February 7 and 17, 2019. Co-produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, ‘Gully Boy’ will be released on February 14, 2019.

In pics: Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh share posters of their upcoming film 'Gully Boy'

<p>Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's upcoming film 'Gully Boy' &nbsp;is on its way to the prestigious Berlin Film Festival. The film will&nbsp;have its world premiere at the 2019 edition of the festival.<br />
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The film, starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Kalki Koechlin, is based on the lives of rappers Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naved Shaikh aka Naezy, known for their song 'Mere Gully Mein'.<br />
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The film will be screened at the Berlinale Special Gala segment of the film festival, the festival organisers said in a statement.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Delighted!!!...<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> has been selected by the Berlin International Film Festival for a special gala screening!!! Ow Oww!!! 😎🎤🔥✊🏽<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ZoyaAkhtar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ZoyaAkhtar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aliaa08?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@aliaa08</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ritesh_sid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ritesh_sid</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FarOutAkhtar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FarOutAkhtar</a> <a href="https://t.co/SWxw6XoBN6">https://t.co/SWxw6XoBN6</a></p>
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<p>The movie also features &nbsp;Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and Vijay Verma, and is set to release in February next year.<br />
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The 69th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival will run from February 7 to 17 next year. Danish filmmaker Lone Scherfig's 'The Kindness of Strangers' will kick off the film extravaganza.&nbsp;</p>


Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's upcoming film 'Gully Boy' is on its way to the prestigious Berlin Film Festival. The film will have its world premiere at the 2019 edition of the festival.

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar's upcoming film 'Gully Boy' is on its way to the prestigious Berlin Film Festival. The film will have its world premiere at the 2019 edition of the festival. The film, starring Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt and Kalki Koechlin, is based on the lives of rappers Vivian Fernandes aka Divine and Naved Shaikh aka Naezy, known for their song 'Mere Gully Mein'. The film will be screened at the Berlinale Special Gala segment of the film festival, the festival organisers said in a statement. Delighted!!!...#GullyBoy has been selected by the Berlin International Film Festival for a special gala screening!!! Ow Oww!!! 😎🎤🔥✊🏽#ZoyaAkhtar @aliaa08 @ritesh_sid @FarOutAkhtar https://t.co/SWxw6XoBN6 — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) December 13, 2018 × The movie also features Siddhant Chaturvedi, Vijay Raaz, Amruta Subhash and Vijay Verma, and is set to release in February next year. The 69th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival will run from February 7 to 17 next year. Danish filmmaker Lone Scherfig's 'The Kindness of Strangers' will kick off the film extravaganza.

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt starrer 'Gully Boy' heads to Berlin Film Festival for a special gala screening

<p>When it comes to sartorial choices, Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh never ceases to amaze with his bold colour options, velvet suits, jazzy prints and what not.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On International Women&#39;s Day, Ranveer was spotted wearing a parrot green skirt-lungi paired with a white shirt when walking out of Otters Club in Mumbai last evening and our head started spinning but the reason behind him picking the dress is quite noble.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The <em>Padmavat</em><em> </em>actor revealed that he was asked by his upcoming film <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-ranveer-singh-alia-bhatts-gully-boy-to-release-on-valentines-day-next-year-32459" target="_blank"><em>Gully Boy</em>&#39;</a>s director, Zoya Akhtar to wear a skirt&nbsp;to celebrate the International Women&#39;s Day.</p>

<p>Not just Ranveer but Zoya insisted that the entire crew of the film don skirts at any public outing on the day.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ranveer made this declaration while talking with Priyanka Chopra over a live&nbsp;Instagram story.</p>

<p>Priyanka who is currently busy shooting <em>Quantico</em> in New York was seen in a jolly mood while she interacted with fans on the live video. Priyanka tweeted out details of her conversation with Ranveer where she mentioned his reason for wearing the skirt.&nbsp;</p>


When it comes to sartorial choices, Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh never ceases to amaze with his bold colour options, velvet suits, jazzy prints and what not. On International Women's Day, Ranveer was spotted wearing a parrot green skirt-lungi paired with a white shirt when walking out of Otters Club in Mumbai last evening and our head started spinning but the reason behind him picking the dress is quite noble. Ranveer Singh on Women's Day. (Source: Yogen Shah) (Others) × The Padmavat actor revealed that he was asked by his upcoming film Gully Boy's director, Zoya Akhtar to wear a skirt to celebrate the International Women's Day. Not just Ranveer but Zoya insisted that the entire crew of the film don skirts at any public outing on the day. Ranveer Singh on Women's Day. (Source: Yogen Shah) (Others) × Ranveer made this declaration while talking with Priyanka Chopra over a live Instagram story. Priyanka who is currently busy shooting Quantico in New York was seen in a jolly mood while she interacted with fans on the live video. Priyanka tweeted out details of her conversation with Ranveer where she mentioned his reason for wearing the skirt.

This lady made Ranveer Singh wear a skirt on Women's Day!

<p>Alia Bhatt-Ranveer Singh starrer <em>Gully Boy</em> will hit theatres on February 14 next year.</p>

<p>The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Excel Entertainment. It follows the story of slum rappers of Dharavi, Mumbai, a statement issued here said.</p>

<p>The makers also unveiled the first look of the film on social media in which both Alia and Ranveer are seen in simple, de-glam yet pensive looks.</p>

<p>The<em> Student of the Year </em>actor has her head covered with a hijab, while the <em>Padmaavat</em> star is wearing a hoodie.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Gully boy. 14th February 2019 :) <a href="https://twitter.com/RanveerOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RanveerOfficial</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ZoyaAkhtar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ZoyaAkhtar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ritesh_sid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ritesh_sid</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FarOutAkhtar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FarOutAkhtar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GullyBoy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GullyBoy</a> ❤️????✨ <a href="https://t.co/swXgxCSVOt">pic.twitter.com/swXgxCSVOt</a></p>
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<p>Ranveer&#39;s character in the film is reportedly inspired by real-life rappers, Divine and Naezy.</p>

<p>Ranveer is paired opposite Alia for the first time on the big screen, having been seen earlier in an advertisement.</p>

<p>The musical-drama film marks the second outing for Zoya and Ranveer, while it is for the first time Alia has collaborated with the <em>Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara</em> director.</p>

<p>The film also stars Siddhant Chaturvedi and Kalki Koechlin in pivotal roles.</p>


The film is being directed by Zoya Akhtar.

Alia Bhatt-Ranveer Singh starrer Gully Boy will hit theatres on February 14 next year. The film is directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Excel Entertainment. It follows the story of slum rappers of Dharavi, Mumbai, a statement issued here said. The makers also unveiled the first look of the film on social media in which both Alia and Ranveer are seen in simple, de-glam yet pensive looks. The Student of the Year actor has her head covered with a hijab, while the Padmaavat star is wearing a hoodie. Gully boy. 14th February 2019 :) @RanveerOfficial #ZoyaAkhtar @ritesh_sid @FarOutAkhtar #GullyBoy ❤️????✨ pic.twitter.com/swXgxCSVOt — Alia Bhatt (@aliaa08) February 10, 2018 × Ranveer's character in the film is reportedly inspired by real-life rappers, Divine and Naezy. Ranveer is paired opposite Alia for the first time on the big screen, having been seen earlier in an advertisement. The musical-drama film marks the second outing for Zoya and Ranveer, while it is for the first time Alia has collaborated with the Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara director. The film also stars Siddhant Chaturvedi and Kalki Koechlin in pivotal roles.

Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt's Gully Boy to release on Valentine's Day next year

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