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<p>To mark 100 years of Warner Bros, the Hollywood studio is bringing back two of its most iconic movie franchises, <em>Harry Potter</em>&nbsp;and <em>The Lord Of The Rings,</em>&nbsp;to the Indian cinemas. Leading Indian theatre chains such as PVR-Inox and Miraj Cinemas started screening the <em>Harry Potter&nbsp;</em>films on Friday.</p>

<p>Featuring <em>The Philosopher’s Stone</em>, <em>The Chamber of Secrets</em>, <em>The Prisoner of Azkaban</em>, <em>The Goblet of Fire</em>, <em>The Order of the Phoenix</em>, <em>The Half-Blood Prince</em>&nbsp;and <em>The Deathly Hallows – Part 1 &amp; 2,&nbsp;</em>the marathon run of the franchise&nbsp;will go on till May 11.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Peter Jackson’s acclaimed trilogy <em>The Lord Of The Rings&nbsp;</em>will play in cinemas from May 13 to 15, according to a press release. The trilogy featured <em>The Fellowship of the Ring</em>, <em>The Two Towers</em>&nbsp;and <em>The Return of the King</em>.</p>

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<p>"Over the past 100 years, Warner Bros has released some of the most recognisable and beloved films, with iconic characters that have been loved by generations. Some fans may have not got an opportunity to experience these films on the big screen and some may want to relive the experience,"&nbsp;Denzil Dias, VP &amp; Managing Director India Theatrical at Warner Bros. Discovery, said in a statement.</p>

<p>"As part of our Centennial Celebrations, we plan to re-release some of our most cherished films and franchises in cinemas starting with the Harry Potter Series and the Lord of the Rings Trilogy with many more to come to serve our loyal fans."</p>

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<p>Kamal Gianchandani, Chief Business Planning &amp; Strategy, PVR INOX, also shared a statement and said that the&nbsp;company is thrilled to be a part of Warner Bros'&nbsp;100th-anniversary celebration.</p>

<p>"These iconic films have captured the hearts and imagination of fans around the world, and we are excited to offer them a chance to relive the magic at our cinemas across the country. We look forward to welcoming movie-goers of all ages to join us in this celebration of cinema and storytelling," Gianchandani said.</p>

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To mark 100 years of Warner Bros, the Hollywood studio is bringing back two of its most iconic movie franchises, Harry Potter and The Lord Of The Rings, to the Indian cinemas.

To mark 100 years of Warner Bros, the Hollywood studio is bringing back two of its most iconic movie franchises, Harry Potter and The Lord Of The Rings, to the Indian cinemas. Leading Indian theatre chains such as PVR-Inox and Miraj Cinemas started screening the Harry Potter films on Friday. Featuring The Philosopher’s Stone, The Chamber of Secrets, The Prisoner of Azkaban, The Goblet of Fire, The Order of the Phoenix, The Half-Blood Prince and The Deathly Hallows – Part 1 & 2, the marathon run of the franchise will go on till May 11. Meanwhile, Peter Jackson’s acclaimed trilogy The Lord Of The Rings will play in cinemas from May 13 to 15, according to a press release. The trilogy featured The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and The Return of the King. Also read: Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan to now release on this date "Over the past 100 years, Warner Bros has released some of the most recognisable and beloved films, with iconic characters that have been loved by generations. Some fans may have not got an opportunity to experience these films on the big screen and some may want to relive the experience," Denzil Dias, VP & Managing Director India Theatrical at Warner Bros. Discovery, said in a statement. "As part of our Centennial Celebrations, we plan to re-release some of our most cherished films and franchises in cinemas starting with the Harry Potter Series and the Lord of the Rings Trilogy with many more to come to serve our loyal fans." Also read: Queen or queen consort? What to know about Camilla’s title Kamal Gianchandani, Chief Business Planning & Strategy, PVR INOX, also shared a statement and said that the company is thrilled to be a part of Warner Bros' 100th-anniversary celebration. "These iconic films have captured the hearts and imagination of fans around the world, and we are excited to offer them a chance to relive the magic at our cinemas across the country. We look forward to welcoming movie-goers of all ages to join us in this celebration of cinema and storytelling," Gianchandani said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Harry Potter films, The Lord Of The Rings trilogy returning to Indian theatres

<p>Noted Indian actress Uttara Baokar passed away in Pune on Tuesday following a prolonged illness. She was 79. According to her family, she had been ill for a long time and breathed her last at a Pune hospital. Her last rites were performed on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;<br />
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Baokar, who studied acting at the National School of Drama (NSD), played various roles in different plays such as Padmavati in <em>Mukyhamantri</em>, Mena in<em> Mena Gurjari</em>, Desdemona in Shakespeare's <em>Othello,</em> mother in playwright Girish Karnad's <em>Tughlaq</em>, among others.&nbsp;<br />
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After working extensively in theatre, she started her film/TV career with Shyam Benegal's <em>Yatra </em>and Govind Nihalani's <em>Tamas</em>- the role which made her a household name across the country.<br />
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She also acted in Sumitra Bhave's feature films. She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for Mrinal Sen's <em>EkDinAchanak.</em><br />
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She also worked in films like <em>Rukmavati Ki Haveli, Doghi, Sardari Begum, Thakshak, Vaastupurush, Uttarayan, Shevri, Badha, Dor, Aaja Nachle, 8 x 10 Tasveer</em> and <em>Lessons in Forgetting </em>to name a few. She also appeared in several TV shows including <em>Nazarana, Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, Kashmakash Zindagi Ki</em> and <em>Jabb Love Hua.</em></p>

<p>Several actors took to Twitter to mourn her death and paid their condolences.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Demise of Uttara Baokar Ji is an irreparable loss to Indian Film Industry. Deeply pained by her demise. ॐ शांति <a href="https://t.co/nX0IMevO3P">pic.twitter.com/nX0IMevO3P</a></p>
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A remarkable actress. A sensitive and private person in real life, Uttara tai was the epitome of dignity and humility. Time spent with her during the making of films Uttarayan and Shevri, have added value to my life.<br />
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Had the privilege of witnessing her genius on stage many times! What an actor!! You will be missed Uttraji! Rest In Peace! 🙏🙏 <a href="https://t.co/r6g2jGL3UY">https://t.co/r6g2jGL3UY</a></p>
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) <a href="https://twitter.com/BajpayeeManoj/status/1646348074288295936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 13, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Outstanding actor . Can never forget the work she did with the NSD Repertory Company . She was amazingly versatile and was quite a singer as well . A complete Indian theatre actor ! RIP ! <a href="https://t.co/0lYuL3gsJW">https://t.co/0lYuL3gsJW</a></p>
— Sudhir Mishra (@IAmSudhirMishra) <a href="https://twitter.com/IAmSudhirMishra/status/1646198935919407105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 12, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p>Filmmaker Sunil Sukthankar said he worked in around eight feature films with her and his long-time collaborator Sumitra Bhave used to reckon her as an actor who could portray strong female characters. "She played a variety of female roles in our movies and she was one disciplined actor. When on the sets, there a no-nonsense attitude used to prevail," he recalled.</p>


Noted Indian actress Uttara Baokar passed away in Pune on Tuesday following a prolonged illness. She was 79. According to her family, she had been ill for a long time and breathed her last at a Pune hospital.

Noted Indian actress Uttara Baokar passed away in Pune on Tuesday following a prolonged illness. She was 79. According to her family, she had been ill for a long time and breathed her last at a Pune hospital. Her last rites were performed on Wednesday morning. Baokar, who studied acting at the National School of Drama (NSD), played various roles in different plays such as Padmavati in Mukyhamantri, Mena in Mena Gurjari, Desdemona in Shakespeare's Othello, mother in playwright Girish Karnad's Tughlaq, among others. After working extensively in theatre, she started her film/TV career with Shyam Benegal's Yatra and Govind Nihalani's Tamas- the role which made her a household name across the country. She also acted in Sumitra Bhave's feature films. She won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for Mrinal Sen's EkDinAchanak. She also worked in films like Rukmavati Ki Haveli, Doghi, Sardari Begum, Thakshak, Vaastupurush, Uttarayan, Shevri, Badha, Dor, Aaja Nachle, 8 x 10 Tasveer and Lessons in Forgetting to name a few. She also appeared in several TV shows including Nazarana, Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin, Kashmakash Zindagi Ki and Jabb Love Hua. Several actors took to Twitter to mourn her death and paid their condolences. Demise of Uttara Baokar Ji is an irreparable loss to Indian Film Industry. Deeply pained by her demise. ॐ शांति pic.twitter.com/nX0IMevO3P — Manoj Joshi (@actormanojjoshi) April 12, 2023 × #UttaraBaokar 🙏🏼 A remarkable actress. A sensitive and private person in real life, Uttara tai was the epitome of dignity and humility. Time spent with her during the making of films Uttarayan and Shevri, have added value to my life. उत्तरा ताई….. भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजली 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/2o2PolpzLw — Neena Kulkarni नीना कुळकर्णी (@neenakulkarni) April 12, 2023 × Had the privilege of witnessing her genius on stage many times! What an actor!! You will be missed Uttraji! Rest In Peace! 🙏🙏 https://t.co/r6g2jGL3UY — manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) April 13, 2023 × Outstanding actor . Can never forget the work she did with the NSD Repertory Company . She was amazingly versatile and was quite a singer as well . A complete Indian theatre actor ! RIP ! https://t.co/0lYuL3gsJW — Sudhir Mishra (@IAmSudhirMishra) April 12, 2023 × Filmmaker Sunil Sukthankar said he worked in around eight feature films with her and his long-time collaborator Sumitra Bhave used to reckon her as an actor who could portray strong female characters. "She played a variety of female roles in our movies and she was one disciplined actor. When on the sets, there a no-nonsense attitude used to prevail," he recalled.

Veteran actress Uttara Baokar passes away at 79

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