<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the recently released film<em> The Sabarmati Report</em> along with the film's actors on Monday at a special screening held in Delhi. The screening took place at Balyogi Auditorium in the Parliament.&nbsp;<br />
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The film, starring Vikrant Massey, is based on the tragic burning of the S-6 coach of the Sabarmati Express near Godhra station in Gujarat on February 27, 2002. The incident had claimed 59 lives and led to the Godhra riots. Narendra Modi was the chief minister of Gujarat at the time of the incident.<br />
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Massey who was present at the screening, called the moment the "highest point" in his career" and a "special experience."&nbsp;<br />
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After watching the film with the PM, actor Vikrant Massey spoke to the press and said, "I watched the film with Prime Minister and all cabinet ministers and many MPs. It was a special experience. I will still not be able to express it in words because I am so happy... This is the highest point of my career, that I got to watch my film with the Prime Minister."</p>

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<p>Actress Raashii Khanna said, "We have watched the movie a number of times, but today was very special as we got to watch it with the Prime Minister... It's a surreal feeling. It's a high point in my career. The film has been made tax-free in many states, and other states are also on the path of making it tax-free. I hope people watch it in large numbers."</p>

<p>Ever since its release on November 15, the film has gained significant attention and been declared tax-free in many states. Earlier, PM Modi had praised the film's efforts to reveal the truth.&nbsp;</p>

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“Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out!,” PM Modi had said in a post on X on November 17.</p>

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<em>The Sabarmati Report </em>has been directed by Dheeraj Sarna and features Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna in pivotal roles. The film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul V Mohan, and Anshul Mohan under the banners of Balaji Motion Pictures and Vikir Films Production.<br />
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The screening also had veteran actor and Ektaa's father, Jeetendra, in attendance, who expressed happiness at being present for the special screening. "I told the honorable Prime Minister that I have spent 50 years in the film industry, and for the first time, because of my daughter’s company, today I am sitting and watching a film with the honorable Prime Minister."</p>

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<strong>Vikrant Massey's retirement shocker</strong><br />
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Earlier in the day, the 12th Fail actor surprised everyone as he announced that he would be retiring from acting.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-vikrant-massey-announces-break-from-films-fans-ask-why-retiring-so-soon-780746">Vikrant Massey announces break from films. Fans ask why retiring so soon?</a></strong><br />
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“The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank every one of you for your indelible support (namaste emoji). But as I move forward, I realise it's time to recalibrate and go back home. As a Husband, Father &amp; a Son. And also as an Actor," Massey wrote on Instagram.<br />
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“So coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time. Until time deems right. Last 2 movies and many years of memories. Thank you again. For everything and everything in between (red heart emoji). Forever indebted (red heart emoji),” the note read.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-the-sabarmati-report-review-vikrant-masseys-humour-fails-to-tackle-a-serious-topic-776487">&nbsp;The Sabarmati Report review: Vikrant Massey's film fails to tackle a serious topic</a></strong><br />
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Vikrant will be next seen in <em>Yaar Jigri</em> and <em>Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan.</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the recently released film The Sabarmati Report along with the film's actors on Monday at a special screening held in Delhi.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the recently released film The Sabarmati Report along with the film's actors on Monday at a special screening held in Delhi. The screening took place at Balyogi Auditorium in the Parliament. The film, starring Vikrant Massey, is based on the tragic burning of the S-6 coach of the Sabarmati Express near Godhra station in Gujarat on February 27, 2002. The incident had claimed 59 lives and led to the Godhra riots. Narendra Modi was the chief minister of Gujarat at the time of the incident. Massey who was present at the screening, called the moment the "highest point" in his career" and a "special experience." After watching the film with the PM, actor Vikrant Massey spoke to the press and said, "I watched the film with Prime Minister and all cabinet ministers and many MPs. It was a special experience. I will still not be able to express it in words because I am so happy... This is the highest point of my career, that I got to watch my film with the Prime Minister." #WATCH | Delhi: After watching his film 'The Sabarmati Report' with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, actor Vikrant Massey says, "I watched the film with Prime Minister and all cabinet ministers and many MPs. It was a special experience. I will still not be able to express it in… pic.twitter.com/htzbo6ayaJ — ANI (@ANI) December 2, 2024 × Actress Raashii Khanna said, "We have watched the movie a number of times, but today was very special as we got to watch it with the Prime Minister... It's a surreal feeling. It's a high point in my career. The film has been made tax-free in many states, and other states are also on the path of making it tax-free. I hope people watch it in large numbers." Ever since its release on November 15, the film has gained significant attention and been declared tax-free in many states. Earlier, PM Modi had praised the film's efforts to reveal the truth. Joined fellow NDA MPs at a screening of 'The Sabarmati Report.' I commend the makers of the film for their effort. pic.twitter.com/uKGLpGFDMA — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 2, 2024 × “Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out!,” PM Modi had said in a post on X on November 17. Well said. It is good that this truth is coming out, and that too in a way common people can see it. A fake narrative can persist only for a limited period of time. Eventually, the facts will always come out! https://t.co/8XXo5hQe2y — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024 × The Sabarmati Report has been directed by Dheeraj Sarna and features Vikrant Massey, Ridhi Dogra, and Raashii Khanna in pivotal roles. The film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ektaa R Kapoor, Amul V Mohan, and Anshul Mohan under the banners of Balaji Motion Pictures and Vikir Films Production. The screening also had veteran actor and Ektaa's father, Jeetendra, in attendance, who expressed happiness at being present for the special screening. "I told the honorable Prime Minister that I have spent 50 years in the film industry, and for the first time, because of my daughter’s company, today I am sitting and watching a film with the honorable Prime Minister." Delhi: Actor Jeetendra after watching the film 'The Sabarmati Report', says, "I told the honorable Prime Minister that I have spent 50 years in the film industry, and for the first time, because of my daughter’s company, today I am sitting and watching a film with the honorable… pic.twitter.com/9Zq3soD18r — IANS (@ians_india) December 2, 2024 × Vikrant Massey's retirement shocker Earlier in the day, the 12th Fail actor surprised everyone as he announced that he would be retiring from acting. Vikrant Massey announces break from films. Fans ask why retiring so soon? “The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank every one of you for your indelible support (namaste emoji). But as I move forward, I realise it's time to recalibrate and go back home. As a Husband, Father & a Son. And also as an Actor," Massey wrote on Instagram. “So coming 2025, we would meet each other for one last time. Until time deems right. Last 2 movies and many years of memories. Thank you again. For everything and everything in between (red heart emoji). Forever indebted (red heart emoji),” the note read. Also read: The Sabarmati Report review: Vikrant Massey's film fails to tackle a serious topic Vikrant will be next seen in Yaar Jigri and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan.

Vikrant Massey watches The Sabarmati Report with PM Modi, calls it 'special experience'

<p>The 2002 Godhra train burning incident is one of the darkest incidents in modern-Indian&nbsp;history. In this tragedy, not only did 59 train passengers in coach number S6 lose their lives, but hundreds of other people lost their lives in the brutal communal riots that were triggered across the state of Gujarat after the train burning incident.&nbsp;Over the years, we've got a few movies based on the incident and its aftermath. And, the most recent one to revisit this dark and debatable topic in the celluloid world again is actor Vikrant Massey's <em>The Sabarmati Report.</em></p>

<p>Written by Avinash and Arjun and directed by Ranjan Chandel, the movie primarily focuses on how the media back then covered the incident, presenting a distorted image to the public.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Movies based on real-life events have always piqued my interest, and I had high expectations for<em> The Sabarmati Report,</em> especially with Vikrant Massey in the lead. However, the film fell short of expectations, delivering something confusing and melodramatic.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Story of The Sabarmati Report</strong></h2>

<p>Based on the horrific train-burning incident that occurred at Godhra station on February 27, 2002, the movie revolves around Massey's character Samar Kumar, a young Hindi photojournalist who is eager for a big break during a time when English journalism was considered with high regard.&nbsp;On February&nbsp;27, Kumar's opportunity finally arrived when he was asked to accompany the top journalist of his news channel Manika Rajpurohit (Riddhi Dogra) to cover the fire incident in Godhra. Under the influence of powerful forces, Manika at a very initial level concludes that the incident is merely an accident.</p>

<p>Samar is deeply affected after witnessing the terrible scenes at Ground Zero and speaking with the victims. He has concluded that the incident was not an accident; rather the coach was set ablaze with specific planning. When his superiors refuse to air the footage he has recorded, Samar ends up confronting them, blaming them for hiding the truth. The story then progresses to the year 2007, when a lot of things have changed. Samar, however, has failed to land any job and is living a lonely life, drowning his sorrows in alcohol. This is when a passionate young journalism student Amrita Gill (played by Raashii Khanna) enters the frame.&nbsp;How she meets Samar and they both team up to investigate the truth of the Godhra fire incident forms the rest of the story.</p>

<h2><strong>The Sabarmati Report&nbsp;is not what you think</strong></h2>

<p>The irony of this film is that it's not what you might expect it to be. After watching the trailer and looking at the posters, I thought that this movie could be a thrilling and hard-hitting watch. However, that was not the case.</p>

<p>The movie keeps you gripped in the few starting scenes, but as the story progresses, interest begins to wane as too many things start coming in. While I understand that the makers aimed to maintain a light and humorous atmosphere, is it necessary when you are dealing with such a grim topic? What's the point if the story fails to create the impact? Also, the propaganda scenes that the creators have tried to subtly infuse into this movie are the most irritating.</p>

<h2><strong>What works and what does not</strong></h2>

<p>Written by Avinash and Arjun, the movie is based on the massacre that led to major communal riots in Gujarat and changed the fabric of Indian politics thereon. So instead of understanding the seriousness of the topic, the makers have presented the film in a melodramatic way with&nbsp;cringe representation and dialogues. The point where this movie lacks is the story, it may have looked interesting on paper, presenting the media's point of view of the entire incident. But it didn't frame out well on the screen. Additionally, some scenes in the film make&nbsp;you question where the movie is headed.</p>

<p>Vikrant is known for his prolific work, and like many times before, he has again gotten deep into this character. The entire movie heavily relies on his shoulder, and he has done his part perfectly.&nbsp;Supporting Vikrant, the other cast members including Riddhi Dogra and Raashii Khanna have also given decent performances.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>The Sabarmati Report </em>works only for those who love Vikrant Massey the actor. However, despite having such an interesting topic, the movie ends up like a propaganda piece, playing to the gallery.</p>


The 2002 Godhra train burning incident is one of the darkest incidents in modern-Indian history. In this tragedy, not only did 59 train passengers in coach number S6 lose their lives, but hundreds of other people lost their lives in the brutal communal riots that were triggered across the state of Gujarat after the train burning incident.

The 2002 Godhra train burning incident is one of the darkest incidents in modern-Indian history. In this tragedy, not only did 59 train passengers in coach number S6 lose their lives, but hundreds of other people lost their lives in the brutal communal riots that were triggered across the state of Gujarat after the train burning incident. Over the years, we've got a few movies based on the incident and its aftermath. And, the most recent one to revisit this dark and debatable topic in the celluloid world again is actor Vikrant Massey's The Sabarmati Report. Written by Avinash and Arjun and directed by Ranjan Chandel, the movie primarily focuses on how the media back then covered the incident, presenting a distorted image to the public. Movies based on real-life events have always piqued my interest, and I had high expectations for The Sabarmati Report, especially with Vikrant Massey in the lead. However, the film fell short of expectations, delivering something confusing and melodramatic. Story of The Sabarmati Report Based on the horrific train-burning incident that occurred at Godhra station on February 27, 2002, the movie revolves around Massey's character Samar Kumar, a young Hindi photojournalist who is eager for a big break during a time when English journalism was considered with high regard. On February 27, Kumar's opportunity finally arrived when he was asked to accompany the top journalist of his news channel Manika Rajpurohit (Riddhi Dogra) to cover the fire incident in Godhra. Under the influence of powerful forces, Manika at a very initial level concludes that the incident is merely an accident. Samar is deeply affected after witnessing the terrible scenes at Ground Zero and speaking with the victims. He has concluded that the incident was not an accident; rather the coach was set ablaze with specific planning. When his superiors refuse to air the footage he has recorded, Samar ends up confronting them, blaming them for hiding the truth. The story then progresses to the year 2007, when a lot of things have changed. Samar, however, has failed to land any job and is living a lonely life, drowning his sorrows in alcohol. This is when a passionate young journalism student Amrita Gill (played by Raashii Khanna) enters the frame. How she meets Samar and they both team up to investigate the truth of the Godhra fire incident forms the rest of the story. The Sabarmati Report is not what you think The irony of this film is that it's not what you might expect it to be. After watching the trailer and looking at the posters, I thought that this movie could be a thrilling and hard-hitting watch. However, that was not the case. The movie keeps you gripped in the few starting scenes, but as the story progresses, interest begins to wane as too many things start coming in. While I understand that the makers aimed to maintain a light and humorous atmosphere, is it necessary when you are dealing with such a grim topic? What's the point if the story fails to create the impact? Also, the propaganda scenes that the creators have tried to subtly infuse into this movie are the most irritating. What works and what does not Written by Avinash and Arjun, the movie is based on the massacre that led to major communal riots in Gujarat and changed the fabric of Indian politics thereon. So instead of understanding the seriousness of the topic, the makers have presented the film in a melodramatic way with cringe representation and dialogues. The point where this movie lacks is the story, it may have looked interesting on paper, presenting the media's point of view of the entire incident. But it didn't frame out well on the screen. Additionally, some scenes in the film make you question where the movie is headed. Vikrant is known for his prolific work, and like many times before, he has again gotten deep into this character. The entire movie heavily relies on his shoulder, and he has done his part perfectly. Supporting Vikrant, the other cast members including Riddhi Dogra and Raashii Khanna have also given decent performances. The Sabarmati Report works only for those who love Vikrant Massey the actor. However, despite having such an interesting topic, the movie ends up like a propaganda piece, playing to the gallery.

The Sabarmati Report review: Vikrant Massey's film fails to tackle a serious topic

<p>The makers of&nbsp;Mithran R Jawahar's eagerly-awaited romantic entertainer, 'Thiruchitrambalam', featuring actors Dhanush, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Nithya Menon and Raashi Khanna in the lead, have released the film's trailer, which shows Dhanush playing a delivery agent.</p>

<p>The trailer shows Dhanush, who plays the titular character of 'Thiruchitrambalam`, enjoying a good rapport with his grandfather played by Bharathiraja but having a strained relationship with his father (Prakash Raj), a stern police officer.&nbsp;<br />
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His childhood friend is Shobana (Nithya Menon) who is also his neighbour and confidante.&nbsp;<br />
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The trailer, which also shows Pazham romancing two heroines -- Raashi Khanna and Priya Bhavani Shankar, has already garnered close to three million views on YouTube, with over 2.5 lakh people giving it a thumbs up.</p>

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Scheduled to release on August 18, the film will be Dhanush's first release since he was seen in 'The Gray Man' which was released in July.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-gray-man-review-russo-brothers-disposable-action-thriller-is-a-massive-waste-of-dhanush-499724">‘The Gray Man’ review: Russo Brothers’ disposable action thriller is a massive waste of Dhanush</a></strong><br />
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On Sunday, Dhanush <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-dhanush-confirms-his-return-in-the-gray-man-sequel-504313">confirmed on social media</a> that he would be returning in the sequel of the film which will once again have the actor collaborating with director duo- Anthony and Joe Russo. 'The Gray Man' had Dhanush playing an assassin with Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans playing the lead roles. The film also featured Ana De Armas in a key role.&nbsp;</p>

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The makers of Mithran R Jawahar's eagerly-awaited romantic entertainer, 'Thiruchitrambalam', featuring actors Dhanush, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Nithya Menon and Raashi Khanna in the lead, have released the film's trailer, which shows Dhanush playing a delivery agent.

The makers of Mithran R Jawahar's eagerly-awaited romantic entertainer, 'Thiruchitrambalam', featuring actors Dhanush, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Nithya Menon and Raashi Khanna in the lead, have released the film's trailer, which shows Dhanush playing a delivery agent. The trailer shows Dhanush, who plays the titular character of 'Thiruchitrambalam`, enjoying a good rapport with his grandfather played by Bharathiraja but having a strained relationship with his father (Prakash Raj), a stern police officer. His childhood friend is Shobana (Nithya Menon) who is also his neighbour and confidante. The trailer, which also shows Pazham romancing two heroines -- Raashi Khanna and Priya Bhavani Shankar, has already garnered close to three million views on YouTube, with over 2.5 lakh people giving it a thumbs up. Scheduled to release on August 18, the film will be Dhanush's first release since he was seen in 'The Gray Man' which was released in July. ‘The Gray Man’ review: Russo Brothers’ disposable action thriller is a massive waste of Dhanush On Sunday, Dhanush confirmed on social media that he would be returning in the sequel of the film which will once again have the actor collaborating with director duo- Anthony and Joe Russo. 'The Gray Man' had Dhanush playing an assassin with Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans playing the lead roles. The film also featured Ana De Armas in a key role.

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