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Mumbai, Filmmaker Prashanth Neel says movies like his "<keyword id="6400922" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="kgf" source="Orion">KGF</keyword>" franchise that organically travel across the country do well, a phenomenon he hopes is repeated with his latest directorial "<keyword id="10367331" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="salaar" source="Orion">Salaar</keyword>: Part 1 - Ceasefire". Neel and Yash, the lead star of "KGF" series, rose to national prominence after the success of "KGF: Chapter 1", the 2018 Kannada period action film. Its 2022 follow-up, "KGF: Chapter 2" also starred Bollywood actors Raveena Tandon and Sanjay Dutt in key roles. The director, who made his debut with 2014's "Ugramm", said he never plans his films as pan-India projects. "I've written a story and I've executed it. I don't know if it ('Salaar') is going to be a pan-India movie or not. But if it becomes a pan-India movie, then that's an absolute bonus for all of us. Like, 'KGF' happened very organically. "Movies that happen organically always do well. You can't plan to make a pan-India movie, you can't plan and say that I'm going to bring these actors from this industry to make it a pan-India movie. It doesn't work like that," Neel told PTI in an interview here. "Salaar" revolves around two friends Deva and Vardha, played by <keyword id="104063" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="prabhas" source="Orion">Prabhas</keyword> and <keyword id="572189" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="prithviraj-sukumaran" source="Orion">Prithviraj Sukumaran</keyword>, who end up becoming arch rivals. It will be released on Friday. The 43-year-old director said the journey of the film started over 15 years ago. "It was an idea that was in my head. But it needed a very big budget. So, I made my first film 'Ugramm', then I made 'KGF'. I was occupied with 'KGF' for almost eight years. During COVID-19, I narrated this subject ('Salaar') to Prabhas sir and he agreed to do it," he recalled. The USP of "Salaar" is an emotion between two friends and how this emotion translates to violence forms the core of the story, Neel said. According to the director, equal importance should be given to the story and the characters in big-budget films. "We make a movie to tell a story and we want the right characters, right actors to portray every role. There's a commercial aspect with a star and we get bigger budgets to do what we want. But the criteria is the same that this is the character, it is not the hero who is playing the hero because if we think like that then we have lost the battle," he added. With "Salaar", Neel said his aim was for Prabhas ("Baahubali") to shed his superstar persona. "There was never a pressure to make 'Salaar'. The idea is to make sure that the actor looks like a character. You don't want to show Prabhas as Prabhas, you want to show him as a character and I tried our best to do something like that," he said. While the director acknowledged that Prabhas has had a difficult run at the box office with his recent releases "Adipurush" and "Radhe Shyam", he said a star can always bounce back after a hit film. "Prabhas is a big star. After 'Baahubali', he became the biggest star. People are not going to forget something like that. Stars have always been stars; they can have one flop or 20 flops, they just need to give one hit. Recently, <keyword id="1671" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="shah-rukh-khan" source="Orion">Shah Rukh Khan</keyword> showed us that a star is always a star, there's no denying that," Neel added. A box office showdown is expected between "Salaar" and Rajkumar Hirani's "Dunki". The latter, starring Shah Rukh Khan, will hit the screens a day before "Salaar" on Thursday. About the release, Neel said he doesn't meddle in the business aspect of a movie. "I don't get involved in the logistics of what happens after the movie is ready. My brief is I've to make a movie on a given budget and I've to give it to them at a time that they want to release," he said. The filmmaker said he has utmost respect for Hirani and Shah Rukh. "I loved whatever they put out (referring to assets of 'Dunki'). People always want to see the most human thing in any trailer or teaser, so we try to do that. Even in the larger-than-life movies we try to do that." Produced by Hombale Films, "Salaar" also stars Shruti Haasan, Eshwari Rao, Jagapathi Babu and Sriya Reddy.

Stars are always stars, says Salaar director on Prabhas' recent box office run

Tata Group chairman <keyword id="19981455" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ratan-Tata" source="keywords">Ratan Tata</keyword> breathed his last on Wednesday (October 9) at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. On Monday, the industrialist was admitted to the hospital for age-related issues. As soon as the news of his death broke, people started remembering the philanthropic businessman and social media is full of reactions. From actors to other business leaders, a lot of prominent figures reacted to Ratan Tata's demise. From <keyword id="6354583" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="salman-khan" source="Orion">Salman Khan</keyword> and <keyword id="1655" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="priyanka-chopra" source="Orion">Priyanka Chopra</keyword> Jonas to Ranveer Singh and <keyword id="6357860" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="anushka-sharma" source="Orion">Anushka Sharma</keyword>, Bollywood celebs also expressed their sorrow on social media. Let us take a look at some reactions. Superstar Salman Khan expressed his sorrow on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Ratan Tata,” capturing the emotional weight of the moment. Ajay Devgn echoed the sentiment, describing Tata as a visionary whose impact transcended business: “The world mourns the loss of a visionary. Ratan Tata’s legacy will forever inspire generations. His contributions to India and beyond are immeasurable. We are deeply grateful. Rest in peace, Sir.” Anushka Sharma, sharing her thoughts on Instagram, lauded Tata for his integrity and grace: “Deeply saddened by the news of Shri Ratan Tataji. He upheld the values of integrity, grace, and dignity through everything he did and was truly an icon and Taj of India. RIP sir, you have touched so many lives.” Priyanka Chopra Jonas reflected on Tata’s kindness and leadership, noting, “Through your kindness, you touched the lives of millions. Your legacy of leadership and generosity will continue to inspire generations. Thank you for your unmatched passion and dedication to everything you did for our country.” Many others in the industry also shared their admiration for Tata. Sanjay Dutt called him a beacon of integrity, saying, “India has lost a true visionary today. He was a beacon of integrity and compassion whose contributions went beyond business, impacting countless lives.” Randeep Hooda hailed Tata as “India’s most valuable man,” saying that his worth was measured by his values rather than wealth. "India’s most valuable man, not necessarily for his vast wealth, but for his values.. largest being Integrity !! Never a show off but always the star ⭐️ The life #RatanTata ji led will always be an inspiration,"Hooda wrote in a post on X. Varun Dhawan, in a heartfelt Instagram post, shared a throwback picture of Tata, simply writing, “RIP sir RATAN TATA,” while Riteish Deshmukh took to X, stating, “Deeply saddened to know that Shri #RatanTata ji is no more. Condolences to the family and loved ones. Rest In Glory Sir.” Ranveer Singh paid tribute by sharing a monochrome photo of Tata with a simple infinity emoji, highlighting the eternal impact Tata will leave on the country. Actor R Madhavan also shared his admiration, writing, “A visionary, a gentleman of the highest order, an inspiration for generations, leaves behind a void that can never be filled.” <keyword id="19959949" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="sushmita-sen" source="keywords">Sushmita Sen</keyword> and Karan Johar both paid their respects, while Dharmendra expressed his regret at never having met Tata, calling him a “Humble King” who treated his workers like family. “Sir, you will always be remembered with great love and respect,” he added. Filmmaker Rohit Shetty called Ratan Tata a “real hero,” while music maestro AR Rahman offered a poignant reflection: “Some icons are living textbooks, teaching us about leadership, success, and legacy. Extraordinary yet human and approachable, they inspire and guide us. India has lost a true son and champion. Rest in peace, Ratan ji.” <keyword id="19895145" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="vicky-kaushal" source="keywords">Vicky Kaushal</keyword> also expressed his grief, writing, “Never could meet him… but adored, admired and respected everything he said and did for society. Lost a legend. May his soul rest in peace.” Other notable tributes came from stars like SS Rajamouli, Jr NTR, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Rana Daggubati, who all shared their deep respect for Tata’s leadership and humanitarian work. Rajamouli, in particular, remarked, “Legends are born, and they live forever… Ratan Tata’s legacy is woven into everyday life.” The passing of Ratan Tata has left a profound void, but the legacy he has built in business, philanthropy, and ethics will continue to inspire and guide future generations.

'Humble king who looked after his workers like children': Bollywood reacts to Ratan Tata’s demise

Following a soaring takeoff at the box office, the movie <keyword id="19904015" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="crew" source="keywords">Crew</keyword>, featuring <keyword id="19932322" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="kareena-kapoor-khan" source="keywords">Kareena Kapoor Khan</keyword>, <keyword id="210696" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kriti-Sanon" source="Orion">Kriti Sanon</keyword> and <keyword id="6358125" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Tabu" source="Orion">Tabu</keyword>, has enjoyed a remarkable weekend journey. The heist comedy film, also starring <keyword id="1071287" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Diljit-Dosanjh" source="Orion">Diljit Dosanjh</keyword> and <keyword id="20010718" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="kapil-sharma" source="keywords">Kapil Sharma</keyword>, is directed by Rajesh Krishnan and produced by Ekta Kapoor, Rhea Kapoor and Anil Kapoor. As per industry tracker Sacnilk, Crew embarked on its box office flight with a solid collection of ₹9.25 crore on Friday, taking advantage of the Good Friday holiday. The momentum continued to climb on Saturday with a 5.41% increase, earning ₹9.75 crore. Come Sunday, Crew soared past the double-digit mark and amassed a notable ₹10.25 crore, taking its domestic earnings up to ₹29.25 crore. Furthermore, it has grossed ₹62.53 crore globally in its opening weekend box office collections, the makers said on Monday. <div type="twitter" handle="balajimotionpic" handlename="balajimotionpic" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1774684045592715331"></div> Despite the bright start, Crew falls slightly behind Kareena Kapoor's previous chick flick Veere Di Wedding, which had garnered an impressive ₹10.7 crore on its opening day back in 2018. But with that said, these figures are noteworthy, particularly in the post-pandemic landscape, where female-led films have struggled to make a mark at the box office. As per reports, Crew has hit the screens across 2000 theatres, premiering in over 75 countries and spanning more than 1100 locations worldwide. The estimated budget for the film, covering production and advertising expenses, is reportedly around ₹60 crore. While Crew has experienced a successful flight so far, the true test lies ahead on Monday. The performance on this crucial day will determine its trajectory in the coming days, especially with ample time and space to dominate the box office. Upon its release, Crew avoided direct turbulence with Hindi films, although it shared the spotlight with the Hollywood flick Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire and Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Aadujeevitham. And with Eid approaching on April 10, new challengers will emerge in the form of Akshay Kumar's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' and Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan'. Until then, it will be interesting to see the heights Crew manages to reach by capitalising on its momentum.

With ₹62.53 crore box office collection, Crew soars high during opening weekend; Charts fresh course for female-led films

<keyword id="2227858" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="hombale-films" source="Orion">Hombale Films</keyword>, the production house behind <keyword id="6354291" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="kannada" source="Orion">Kannada</keyword> blockbusters "<keyword id="6400922" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="kgf" source="Orion">KGF</keyword>" and "<keyword id="11968113" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kantara" source="Orion">Kantara</keyword>", aims to invest Rs 3,000 crore in the Indian entertainment industry in the coming five years. Vijay Kiragandur, the founder of Hombale Films, said the company is planning to produce movies in all south languages. "We intend to invest Rs 3,000 crore for the next five years in the entertainment industry in India. We believe the entertainment industry will grow more and more. "It will be a mixed bag of stories. Every year there will be five-six films including one event movie. As of now we have plans of making movies in all south languages," Kiragandur told PTI in an interview. The goal, the producer said, is to reach out to a wider audience through culturally rooted stories. "We want to make something that is liked by the global audience, but we want it to be rooted in our culture and tradition. We want to leave something behind for the younger generation. We also want to contribute towards the Indian economy," he added. In order to expand their viewership, the Bangalore-based production banner has decided to join hands with writers and filmmakers from the Hindi film industry. Without divulging details, Hombale Films partner Chaluve Gowda said they have roped in two leading writers from Bollywood to pen movies for the banner. "We are working with a couple of writers in Hindi... Once the story is ready then we will look for directors and then actors. We first concentrate on writers because they are the ones who create the story," he said. The company's upcoming movie slate includes pan-India Prabhas-starrer "Salaar", set to be released on September 28. The action adventure film is directed by Prashanth Neel. They are also backing multilingual film "Dhoomam", Kannada action movie "Bagheera" and <keyword id="6356629" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="tamil" source="Orion">Tamil</keyword> film "Raghuthata" with Keerti Suresh. The banner is launching Yuva Rajkumar, grandson of superstar Rajkumar, in one of their upcoming titles. The film will be directed by Santhosh Anandram and it will be released by the end of 2023. "For the next year we have four to five movies and for another two years we will have 12 to 14 movies," Kiragandur added. In 2024, there is a social thriller "Tyson" in pipeline with Prithviraj Sukumaran, "Richard Anthony" with Rakshit Shetty and a movie with director Sudha Kongara of "Soorarai Pottru" fame. Hombale Films, which was founded in 2013, tasted pan-India success in 2018 with period action "K.G.F: Chapter 1" starring Yash. The first film produced by the company was Puneeth Rajkumar-led "Ninnindale". This year the banner had a golden run at the global box office with "KGF: Chapter 2" and "Kantara" emerging as big successes. Both the movies have reportedly earned over Rs 2,000 crore worldwide. "We were able to beat some records that we created, like 'Kantara' became the highest grossing film in Karnataka. For 'KGF 2' the footfalls were six crore and for 'Kantara' it was about two-and-half to three crore," Kiragandur said. Also in the pipeline is the third part of "KGF", which Gowda said will become their focus after director Neel completes "Salaar". "There are plans to make 'KGF 3'. Currently, Prashant is busy with 'Salaar' and once he has completed the movie then he will work on the script (for 'KGF 3'). He has a storyline... It can happen next year or after that," the producer said.

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