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Sam Bahadur: Vicky Kaushal kickstarts biopic on Sam Manekshaw, who led the Indian Army in the 1971 war

Sam Bahadur will mark the second collaboration between Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal and Director Meghna Gulzar after their 2017 blockbuster movie, Raazi.

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Vicky Kaushal as Sam Manekshaw

Newlywed Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal has started the prep of his much-anticipated movie Sam Bahadur. The film is a biopic on Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw. Sam Bahadur will be directed by the ace director Meghna Gulzar, marking her second collaboration with Vicky Kaushal after the 2017 blockbuster Raazi.

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The National Award-winning actor will once again don the Indian Army uniform and play the titular war hero in the biographical drama. The makers of the film have not yet made any declaration about the release date of the film but producer Ronnie Screwvala had given an update about the other star cast members of the film.

The story of Sam Bahadur will revolve around the first Indian Army officer (played by Vicky Kaushal) who was promoted to the rank of field marshal. Dangal girls are also going to be a part of the Meghna Gulzar’s directorial. While Sanaya Malhotra will play Manekshaw’s wife Silloo, Fatima Sana Shaikh will portray the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on silver screen.

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But do you know who was Sam Manekshaw?

Born on 3 April 1914, Sam Manekshaw was the chief of Indian Army who led the Indian side during the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971. Manekshaw was also the first ever Indian Army officer who promoted to the rank of field marshal during the British rule. Moreover, his active military career spanned for over four decades covering five wars. Sam Manekshaw began his service in the British Indian Army during the World War II.

Do you know that Manekshaw’s comments about the political leadership during 1962 allowed his opponents to label him as unpatriotic. As unfortunate as a incident like this, a young man protecting the boarder and leading the Indian army from the front was charged with sedition. But after being exonerated in the subsequent court of inquiry, he went ahead and became the seventh chief of the army staff in 1969.

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Several victorious campaigns by the Indian force were conducted under Manekshaw’s command. Be it the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971 or the creation of Bangladesh in 1971, Sam Manekshaw has a big contribution in these events. Later he was awarded the Padma Vibhushan and the Padma Bhushan, the second and third highest civilian awards of India.

Unfortunately, Sam Manekshaw died at the age of 94 due to the complications from pneumonia at the Military Hospital in Wellington, Tamil Nadu on 27 June 2008. Reportedly, his last words were “I’m okay!” However, owing to the controversies of Manekshaw’s post-retirement, it was reported that his funeral lacked VIP representation, and no National Day of Mourning was declared which was customary for a leader of national importance in those days. It will be interesting to see how Meghna Gulzar will depict Sam Manekshaw larger than life history on big screen.

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Actor Malaika Arora’s father dies after jumping off terrace, no suicide note recovered, says Mumbai Police

After receiving this shocking news, the actor’s ex-husband Arbaaz Khan also reached the residence of Malaika’s parents.

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Bollywood actor Malaika Arora’s father Anil Arora died by jumping off from the sixth floor of a residential building in Bandra, the Mumbai Police said on Wednesday, adding that no suicide note has been recovered so far from the scene.

According to police, the body has been sent for post-mortem and the case is being investigated.

Raj Tilak Roshan of DCP Zone 9 said, “The body of one Anil Arora was found. He resided on the 6th floor. We are carrying out further investigation and our team is here. We are investigating all angles in detail. Our teams are here, forensic teams are here as well. The body is being taken for postmortem. We are investigating everything in detail. Prima facie it seems to be suicide, we are conducting further investigation.”

Malaika Arora was not at home when her father committed suicide. The actor-model was reportedly in Pune and rushed back to Mumbai soon after learning about the incident. After receiving this shocking news, the actor’s ex-husband Arbaaz Khan also reached the residence of Malaika’s parents.

Malaika’s parents, Anil and Joyce Polycarp, had separated when she was 11 years old. Anil Arora, despite his daughter’s high profile, maintained a low public profile himself.

Malaika Arora, a prominent actress and television personality, has yet to issue a public statement on this tragic event. The family is reportedly in deep shock and mourning as they await further details from the investigation.

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Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh blessed with baby girl

Their family members followed suit soon after their arrival.

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Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed their first, baby girl, on Sunday at Mumbai’s HN Reliance Hospital, as per the report. The arrival of the healthy baby marks a significant new chapter in the lives of Deepika and Ranveer Singh.

The couple, accompanied by their family members, were spotted arriving at the hospital on Sunday, with photographers being unable to capture clear pictures as they remained inside their curtained car. Their family members followed suit soon after their arrival.

In preparation for the baby’s arrival, the duo visited the iconic Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai on Friday, seeking blessings from Lord Ganesha ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi. Images and videos of Deepika in a green-colored saree with a baby bump went viral on social media.

The couple announced their pregnancy in February this year through a joint post signifying “September 2024” with adorable motifs of baby clothes, shoes, and balloons. They also shared pictures from their maternity photoshoot, showing a radiant Deepika flaunting her baby bump with Ranveer by her side.

Reports suggest that the couple might embark on this new journey in a new residence. It is rumored that Deepika and Ranveer may move into a luxurious apartment in Bandra, near superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s bungalow, Mannat. The apartment will comprise floors 16 to 19 with a private terrace once construction is complete.

Known for keeping their relationship private, Deepika and Ranveer started dating in 2013 on the set of “Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram-Leela” and tied the knot at Lake Como, Italy, in 2018, in an intimate ceremony with close friends and family in attendance.

Deepika Padukone’s most recent appearance in the Prabhas-starrer “Kalki 2898 AD” became the biggest blockbuster of 2024. Her upcoming project includes Rohit Shetty’s “Singham Again,” alongside husband Ranveer Singh, scheduled to release on Diwali this year.

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Akshay Kumar reveals receiving condolence messages after his films flop, says still alive

Films like Sarfira, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Mission Raniganj, Selfiee, Raksha Bandhan, Samrat Prithviraj, and Bachchhan Paandey were not hits.

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Akshay Kumar, a Bollywood actor, made a statement on Friday addressing recent box office failures saying it is ridiculous that people are writing sympathetic messages expressing how they feel sorry for me just because my recent film did not perform well in theaters. He added that he is not bothered by such remarks and will continue to do his work as he has done for three decades.

Films like Sarfira, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Mission Raniganj, Selfiee, Raksha Bandhan, Samrat Prithviraj, and Bachchhan Paandey were not hits.

Showing his positive attitude, he added, “Whatever happens in life happens for a better and bigger reason. Yes, my four or five films have not done well, so what? People are sending sympathetic messages like ‘Don’t worry’ and ‘It will be okay,’ but why?”

He also mentioned a journalist who wrote about his comeback, saying, “I called him up and inquired what ‘back’ even means. I have not gone anywhere; I am still here working on my next film.” Kumar conveyed this message to reporters at the trailer launch of Khel Khel Mein.

At the age of 56, the actor declared, “I am here, and I will continue to work. I don’t heed what presumptions and assumptions people make about me. I wake up with a productive mindset, exercise, go to work, and what I make, I do on my own. I don’t owe anything to anyone.”

Mudassar Aziz, known for directing Happy Bhag Jayegi and Pati Patni Aur Woh, is behind the comedy-drama Khel Khel Mein, which is set to compete at the box office with two other Hindi films: John Abraham’s Vedaa and Stree 2, releasing on August 15. Despite the competition, Aziz expressed his support for all the films, emphasizing a collaborative spirit within the Hindi film industry.

He stated, “We all belong to the same industry, I don’t see it as a competition. I have admiration for Amar Kaushik’s work (director of Stree 2) . I genuinely hope both of our films are a success at the box office.”

Aziz highlighted the importance of collective success for the industry, saying, “When a festive weekend arrives, it’s a chance to encourage audiences to visit cinemas. In Khel KhelMein, I’ve even included a nod to Stree as a way of saying, ‘Let’s make this a successful weekend for Hindi cinema .’

Khel Khel Mein is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Vipul D Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl, Shashikant Sinha, and Ajay Rai.

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