Exclusive: Rj Malishka, Rajesh Kumar and Kc Shankar are the latest Indian stars to board SonyLIV’s political drama series Freedom at Midnight.
Malishka (aka Malishka Mendonsa) will portray Indian liberation activist Sarojini Naidu, Rajesh Kumar will play Muhammad Ali Jinnah associate and partition negotiations leader Liaquat Ali Khan, and Shankar will be V.P. Menon, a constitutional adviser who played a critical role in integrally princely states into India. Each had a lasting impact on the true-life political landscape, which Freedom at Midnight is exploring.
Drama series Freedom of Midnight is based on a non-fiction book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins and billed as an epic political thriller set in 1947, the year of Indian independence and partition. Abhinandan Gupta, Adwitiya Kareng Das and Gundeep Kaur are adapting the text as writers. We first revealed news of the series, billed as SonyLIV’s highest-budget original to date, in June...
Malishka (aka Malishka Mendonsa) will portray Indian liberation activist Sarojini Naidu, Rajesh Kumar will play Muhammad Ali Jinnah associate and partition negotiations leader Liaquat Ali Khan, and Shankar will be V.P. Menon, a constitutional adviser who played a critical role in integrally princely states into India. Each had a lasting impact on the true-life political landscape, which Freedom at Midnight is exploring.
Drama series Freedom of Midnight is based on a non-fiction book by Dominique Lapierre and Larry Collins and billed as an epic political thriller set in 1947, the year of Indian independence and partition. Abhinandan Gupta, Adwitiya Kareng Das and Gundeep Kaur are adapting the text as writers. We first revealed news of the series, billed as SonyLIV’s highest-budget original to date, in June...
- 5/14/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: SonyLIV’s ambitious Indian independence drama Freedom at Midnight has added British cast.
Cordelia Bugeja, Richard Teverson, Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum and Alistair Findlay have joined the series, which charts India’s struggle for independence and subsequent partition.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively. Finlay is Archibald Wavell, the Commander-in-Chief and Viceroy of India preceding Mountbatten. Cullum brings to life Clement Attlee, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1945 to 1951, while Teverson portrays Cyril Radcliffe, the chairman of the Boundary Commission for the Partition of India.
They join Sidhant Gupta (Jubilee), who stars as Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story) as...
Cordelia Bugeja, Richard Teverson, Luke McGibney, Andrew Cullum and Alistair Findlay have joined the series, which charts India’s struggle for independence and subsequent partition.
McGibney and Bugeja will play the last Viceroy and Vicereine of India, Lord Louis Mountbatten and Lady Edwina Mountbatten, respectively. Finlay is Archibald Wavell, the Commander-in-Chief and Viceroy of India preceding Mountbatten. Cullum brings to life Clement Attlee, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1945 to 1951, while Teverson portrays Cyril Radcliffe, the chairman of the Boundary Commission for the Partition of India.
They join Sidhant Gupta (Jubilee), who stars as Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story) as...
- 5/7/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
It seems like Jio Studios and Aamir Khan Productions’ “Laapataa Ladies,” directed by Kiran Rao, is constantly winning over the hearts of the masses. The film has has been entertaining the audiences with its humor and engaging story. From critics to the audience, everyone is raving about the film. While the film is constantly receiving praise from all across, Bollywood divas Alia Bhatt and Priyanka Chopra also went on to praise the film.
Taking to her social media, Alia Bhatt congratulated the cast of ‘Laapataa Ladies’ for making a beautiful film. She jotted down the caption -“Such a wonderful time at the movies..These ladies @pratibha_ranta @nitanshigoelofficial (and gentlemen @ss_this_side @ravikishann) truly have my heart.. @raodyness Such a beautiful film.. and what fabulous performances by the entire cast!
Congratulations to all of you…”Moreover, Priyanka Chopra also praised the film and expressed her gratitude to the...
Taking to her social media, Alia Bhatt congratulated the cast of ‘Laapataa Ladies’ for making a beautiful film. She jotted down the caption -“Such a wonderful time at the movies..These ladies @pratibha_ranta @nitanshigoelofficial (and gentlemen @ss_this_side @ravikishann) truly have my heart.. @raodyness Such a beautiful film.. and what fabulous performances by the entire cast!
Congratulations to all of you…”Moreover, Priyanka Chopra also praised the film and expressed her gratitude to the...
- 5/2/2024
- by Desk Editorial
- GlamSham
Mumbai, May 2 (Ians) The upcoming streaming show ‘Freedom at Midnight’, based on the eponymous book, is set to delve into India’s fight for Independence, showcasing critical moments from the partition era.
It details the events behind the last year of British Raj from 1947 to 1948 and how it gave away India, which was a part of its empire.
The events begin with the appointment of Lord Mountbatten of Burma as the last viceroy of British India and conclude with the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
The first look of the show was unveiled on Instagram on Thursday by showrunner and director Nikkhil Advani, who captioned Gandhi’s quote, “Jawahar and Sardar will be like two oxen yoked to the government cart. One will need the other, and both will pull together.”
The show stars Sidhant Gupta, once again showcasing his acting prowess against the backdrop of partition after ‘Jubilee’.
It also...
It details the events behind the last year of British Raj from 1947 to 1948 and how it gave away India, which was a part of its empire.
The events begin with the appointment of Lord Mountbatten of Burma as the last viceroy of British India and conclude with the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
The first look of the show was unveiled on Instagram on Thursday by showrunner and director Nikkhil Advani, who captioned Gandhi’s quote, “Jawahar and Sardar will be like two oxen yoked to the government cart. One will need the other, and both will pull together.”
The show stars Sidhant Gupta, once again showcasing his acting prowess against the backdrop of partition after ‘Jubilee’.
It also...
- 5/2/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Indian streamer SonyLIV has unveiled the cast and a first look for its magnum opus series “Freedom at Midnight.”
Based on the 1975 non-fiction book by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre, the political drama delves into India’s independence movement, weaving together untold tales and critical moments from the era when the country’s then British colonial rulers partitioned the country into India and Pakistan.
Sidhant Gupta (Prime Video series “Jubilee”) plays Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (SonyLIV series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”) Mahatma Gandhi and Rajendra Chawla (Netflix film “Looop Lapeta”) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who became the first deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India.
The series is produced by Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani for Emmay Entertainment in association with StudioNext and Sony Liv. Nikkhil Advani (SonyLIV series “Rocket Boys”) serves as the showrunner and director. The series is written by Abhinandan Gupta,...
Based on the 1975 non-fiction book by Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre, the political drama delves into India’s independence movement, weaving together untold tales and critical moments from the era when the country’s then British colonial rulers partitioned the country into India and Pakistan.
Sidhant Gupta (Prime Video series “Jubilee”) plays Jawaharlal Nehru, who became the first Prime Minister of independent India, Chirag Vohra (SonyLIV series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”) Mahatma Gandhi and Rajendra Chawla (Netflix film “Looop Lapeta”) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who became the first deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India.
The series is produced by Monisha Advani and Madhu Bhojwani for Emmay Entertainment in association with StudioNext and Sony Liv. Nikkhil Advani (SonyLIV series “Rocket Boys”) serves as the showrunner and director. The series is written by Abhinandan Gupta,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Top 10 Trending Indian Movies On Netflix ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Kiran Rao directorial Laapataa Ladies enjoyed rave reviews upon its big release earlier this month. The film stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan. It hit the digital platform Netflix last Friday and is achieving new milestones as fans continue to shower love. Scroll below for the exciting details!
Laapataa Ladies revolves around two young brides who lose themselves during a train ride. The audience and critics hailed the film for its social message, performances, and direction. Unfortunately, it was declared a box office flop with only 15 crores collections in its lifetime.
Top 10 Trending Indian Movies on Netflix
The ultimate good news is that Laapataa Ladies has toppled the list of Top 10 Trending Indian Movies for the day. The list is followed by Tillu Square, starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Anupama Parameswaran in the leading roles.
Trending...
Kiran Rao directorial Laapataa Ladies enjoyed rave reviews upon its big release earlier this month. The film stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan. It hit the digital platform Netflix last Friday and is achieving new milestones as fans continue to shower love. Scroll below for the exciting details!
Laapataa Ladies revolves around two young brides who lose themselves during a train ride. The audience and critics hailed the film for its social message, performances, and direction. Unfortunately, it was declared a box office flop with only 15 crores collections in its lifetime.
Top 10 Trending Indian Movies on Netflix
The ultimate good news is that Laapataa Ladies has toppled the list of Top 10 Trending Indian Movies for the day. The list is followed by Tillu Square, starring Siddhu Jonnalagadda and Anupama Parameswaran in the leading roles.
Trending...
- 4/29/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Kiran Rao‘s sophomore Laapataa Ladies is a socially relevant tale that navigates the delicate balance between hope and despair, crafting an engaging narrative of fate and empowerment. Dealt with a sharp eye for humor and poignancy, the narrative sheds light on the stifling conditions of patriarchal values. The pivotal events in the film unfold like a series of comically absurd occurrences. But these moments appear plausible because there is a refreshing simplicity, eschewing heavy-handed exposition in favor of subtle exploration. With blistering clarity, the film tackles the underlying practice of age-old traditions, wherein the message within the dramedy of two women in distress never overpowers the overall progression of the story. Rao endows the characters of the film with a sincerity that is resonant in its tone. As they navigate their despairing journey, it reaffirms the value of their existence and the possibility of a life lived with dignity...
- 3/4/2024
- by Dipankar Sarkar
- Talking Films
Laapataa Ladies Movie Review Rating:
Star Cast: Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, Ravi Kishan, Rachna Gupta
Director: Kiran Rao
Laapataa Ladies Movie Review Out! (Photo Credit – IMDb)
What’s Good: Unalloyed fun in this sugar-coated social medicine
What’s Bad: Nothing to complain about really!
Loo Break: Don’t blame us if you miss something relevant
Watch or Not?: It would be silly to miss it!
Language: Hindi
Available On: Theatrical release
Runtime: 126 Minutes
User Rating:
The story is set in the fictitious Indian state of Nirmal Pradesh in central India. Here, newlywed brides must cover their faces with a ghunghat all through, and thus our protagonist Deepak (Sparsh Shrivastava) pulls his sleeping bride out of the train in which they are traveling home to his native village at night, only to find that he has brought home the wrong woman! This is because there were...
Star Cast: Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, Ravi Kishan, Rachna Gupta
Director: Kiran Rao
Laapataa Ladies Movie Review Out! (Photo Credit – IMDb)
What’s Good: Unalloyed fun in this sugar-coated social medicine
What’s Bad: Nothing to complain about really!
Loo Break: Don’t blame us if you miss something relevant
Watch or Not?: It would be silly to miss it!
Language: Hindi
Available On: Theatrical release
Runtime: 126 Minutes
User Rating:
The story is set in the fictitious Indian state of Nirmal Pradesh in central India. Here, newlywed brides must cover their faces with a ghunghat all through, and thus our protagonist Deepak (Sparsh Shrivastava) pulls his sleeping bride out of the train in which they are traveling home to his native village at night, only to find that he has brought home the wrong woman! This is because there were...
- 3/1/2024
- by Rajiv Vijayakar
- KoiMoi
Releasing March 1st, is the brilliant and highly anticipated Laapataa Ladies, (Lost Ladies) a film that is both funny and a deep social commentary. Directed by the great Kiran Rao, the film stars Atishay Jain Akhil, Shivam Ghawariya, Nitanshi Goel, Ravi Kishan, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav, Nitanshi Goel and Chhaya Kadam.
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Set within the backdrop of rural India, Laapataa Ladies tells the tale of two young brides who get lost on a train and end up in very different circumstances, but there is a mystery, too. Do they find their way, and what happens on the way? You will find out when the film hits the big screen!
Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) had a grand screening event in Mumbai and has garnered immense praise from the Bollywood fraterity, including Karan Johar and Aamir Khan. Also in attendance were Konkona Sen Sharma, Salman Khan, Sunny Deol, Kajol, Amol Parashar, Ali Fazal,...
Icymi
Set within the backdrop of rural India, Laapataa Ladies tells the tale of two young brides who get lost on a train and end up in very different circumstances, but there is a mystery, too. Do they find their way, and what happens on the way? You will find out when the film hits the big screen!
Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) had a grand screening event in Mumbai and has garnered immense praise from the Bollywood fraterity, including Karan Johar and Aamir Khan. Also in attendance were Konkona Sen Sharma, Salman Khan, Sunny Deol, Kajol, Amol Parashar, Ali Fazal,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, Feb 15 (Ians) Sneha Desai, who has written the screenplay and dialogues, for the upcoming film ‘Laapataa Ladies’, directed by Kiran Rao, has shared that she was offered to write the film during the thick of Covid-19 pandemic.
She called the film a testament to the unpredictable stroke of serendipity.
She said: “My journey with ‘Laapataa Ladies’ emerges as a testament to the unpredictable magic of fate. From an impromptu script narration to a pandemic-induced lockdown, it took an unexpected turn when out of the blue, Aamir Khan sir himself called and offered this beauty of a story to me. Despite all the chaos and uncertainty caused by the covid lockdown, I grabbed the chance. The lockdown gave me ample time and quiet to reflect and write. ‘Laapataa Ladies’ isn’t just a movie; it’s a reminder that even in crazy times, magic can happen.”
She further mentioned that...
She called the film a testament to the unpredictable stroke of serendipity.
She said: “My journey with ‘Laapataa Ladies’ emerges as a testament to the unpredictable magic of fate. From an impromptu script narration to a pandemic-induced lockdown, it took an unexpected turn when out of the blue, Aamir Khan sir himself called and offered this beauty of a story to me. Despite all the chaos and uncertainty caused by the covid lockdown, I grabbed the chance. The lockdown gave me ample time and quiet to reflect and write. ‘Laapataa Ladies’ isn’t just a movie; it’s a reminder that even in crazy times, magic can happen.”
She further mentioned that...
- 2/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The second song titled ‘Sajni’ from the upcoming film ‘Laapataa Ladies’ was released on Monday. The song is a love track and seems to come at an important juncture in the film when Sparsh Srivastav’s misses his bride.
The song has been crooned by Arijit Singh, with the music has been composed by Ram Sampath while Divyanidhi Sharma penned the lyrics. The song gives an insight into the romance and love in the comedy-drama.
The film has been directed by Kiran Rao, and stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav and Ravi Kishan.
Presented by Jio Studios, and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ is set to release on March 1 2024.
The song has been crooned by Arijit Singh, with the music has been composed by Ram Sampath while Divyanidhi Sharma penned the lyrics. The song gives an insight into the romance and love in the comedy-drama.
The film has been directed by Kiran Rao, and stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastav and Ravi Kishan.
Presented by Jio Studios, and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande under the banners of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ is set to release on March 1 2024.
- 2/12/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ever since the trailer of Jio Studios and Aamir Khan Productions’ ‘Laapataa Ladies’ directed by Kiran Rao dropped fans have been interested and intrigued about the dramedy world that dwells into the ride of the lost brides. Set within the backdrop of rural India, Laapataa Ladies tells the tale of two young brides who get lost on a train and end up in very different circumstances, but there is a mystery, too. Do they find their way, and what happens in the way? We will find out!
To further increase the rising excitement for the film, the first song, ‘Doubtwa’, has now been released.
Sung ever brilliantly by Sukhwinder Singh, it features music by Ram Sampath, while Divyanidhi Sharma penned the lyrics.
Check it out!
Presented by Jio Studios, ‘Laapataa Ladies’, starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Ravi Kishan and Chhaya Kadam, is releasing on March 1st, 2024, and has...
To further increase the rising excitement for the film, the first song, ‘Doubtwa’, has now been released.
Sung ever brilliantly by Sukhwinder Singh, it features music by Ram Sampath, while Divyanidhi Sharma penned the lyrics.
Check it out!
Presented by Jio Studios, ‘Laapataa Ladies’, starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Ravi Kishan and Chhaya Kadam, is releasing on March 1st, 2024, and has...
- 2/6/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
The trailer of Kiran Rao’s comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies has just dropped and it gives fans an eagerly awaited glimpse into an intriguing story that immediately makes you smile. Directed by noted filmmaker Kiran Rao, Laapataa Ladies is set to release on March 1st.
Set within the backdrop of rural India, Laapataa Ladies tells the tale of two young brides who get lost on a train and end up in very different circumstances, but here is a mystery, too. Do they find their way, and what happens in the way? We will find out!
In an earlier interview with Variety magazine, Rao said, “The idea of these two girls on an adventure, trying to find their way, trying to figure out what they want to do with their lives, how they can make the best of what’s been given to them, jumping off that train — it was very exciting...
Set within the backdrop of rural India, Laapataa Ladies tells the tale of two young brides who get lost on a train and end up in very different circumstances, but here is a mystery, too. Do they find their way, and what happens in the way? We will find out!
In an earlier interview with Variety magazine, Rao said, “The idea of these two girls on an adventure, trying to find their way, trying to figure out what they want to do with their lives, how they can make the best of what’s been given to them, jumping off that train — it was very exciting...
- 1/24/2024
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Editor’s note: This review was originally published at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival, with the film’s English title “Lost Ladies.” Since then, the film was released wide in India and now streaming on Netflix as “Laapataa Ladies.”
It only takes a few minutes for Kiran Rao’s “Laapataa Ladies” (“Lost Ladies”) to reveal the true meaning of its title.
Jaya (Pratibha Ranta) and Phool (Nitanshi Goel) are two new brides who wind up in the same Indian cross-country rail car, faces hidden behind identical red marital veils on the night they become fatefully laapataa. Phool’s husband Deepak (Sparsh Shrivastava) accidentally wakes Jaya in the night and takes her home to his village, while Phool is ushered off the train by Jaya’s husband and abandoned at a railway station.
There are multiple Hindi words for “lost,” each with designated usage. There’s haarna, the infinitive for losing...
It only takes a few minutes for Kiran Rao’s “Laapataa Ladies” (“Lost Ladies”) to reveal the true meaning of its title.
Jaya (Pratibha Ranta) and Phool (Nitanshi Goel) are two new brides who wind up in the same Indian cross-country rail car, faces hidden behind identical red marital veils on the night they become fatefully laapataa. Phool’s husband Deepak (Sparsh Shrivastava) accidentally wakes Jaya in the night and takes her home to his village, while Phool is ushered off the train by Jaya’s husband and abandoned at a railway station.
There are multiple Hindi words for “lost,” each with designated usage. There’s haarna, the infinitive for losing...
- 9/15/2023
- by Proma Khosla
- Indiewire
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao join hands again for Rao’s new comedy, Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies). Kiran is all set to make a comeback as a director after over a decade with the feature film, after her directorial debut, Dhobi Ghat. Presented by Jio Studios, the film is all set to hit the screens on 5th January 2024.
Set in 2001, in rural parts of India, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ follows the story of two young brides who accidentally get swapped and the jolly mess that ensues.
The makers of the upcoming film earlier gave an exciting glimpse into the world of this comedy-drama with a quirky narrative, hilarious dialogues, and a talented cast. The film stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan in lead roles. Laapataa Ladies is based on an award-winning story by Biplab Goswami.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ will also be screened at the grand premiere at...
Set in 2001, in rural parts of India, ‘Laapataa Ladies’ follows the story of two young brides who accidentally get swapped and the jolly mess that ensues.
The makers of the upcoming film earlier gave an exciting glimpse into the world of this comedy-drama with a quirky narrative, hilarious dialogues, and a talented cast. The film stars Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, Chhaya Kadam, and Ravi Kishan in lead roles. Laapataa Ladies is based on an award-winning story by Biplab Goswami.
‘Laapataa Ladies’ will also be screened at the grand premiere at...
- 9/7/2023
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Indian filmmaker Kiran Rao’s sophomore effort, “Laapataa Ladies” (“Lost Ladies”), bows as a Centrepiece selection at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Set in 2001 in rural India, the film follows two young brides wearing identical crimson veils who get swapped during a train ride to their husbands’ villages after their weddings. It is based on “Two Brides” by Biplab Goswami, one of the winning scripts at the Cinestaan India Storytellers Contest, where Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, one of the producers of “Lost Ladies,” was on the jury. The script was subsequently worked on by Sneha Desai and Divyanidhi Sharma, keeping Goswami’s vision intact.
“The script talks about women and opportunities and ideas that I’m very attracted to, especially freedoms for women,” Rao tells Variety. “The idea of these two girls on an adventure, trying to find their way, trying to figure out what they want to do with their lives,...
Set in 2001 in rural India, the film follows two young brides wearing identical crimson veils who get swapped during a train ride to their husbands’ villages after their weddings. It is based on “Two Brides” by Biplab Goswami, one of the winning scripts at the Cinestaan India Storytellers Contest, where Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, one of the producers of “Lost Ladies,” was on the jury. The script was subsequently worked on by Sneha Desai and Divyanidhi Sharma, keeping Goswami’s vision intact.
“The script talks about women and opportunities and ideas that I’m very attracted to, especially freedoms for women,” Rao tells Variety. “The idea of these two girls on an adventure, trying to find their way, trying to figure out what they want to do with their lives,...
- 9/7/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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