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“I want whole world to hear stories of Indian women”: Rani Mukerji

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Mumbai: Rani Mukerji has portrayed a number of versatile characters in a career spanning almost three decades. She has treated audiences to some of the most loved women protagonists on screen through her performances in films like ‘Black’, ‘Hichki’, ‘Mardaani’ and ‘No One Killed Jessica’.
And now with ‘Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway’, she has once again shown the woman of substance and strength who stands for her rights and raises her voice against injustice.
In the film, Rani essays the role of a mother battling the state for her kids. The film is based on Sagarika Chakaraborty’s book The Journey of a Mother.
Sagarika Chatterjee stood up against the government of Norway to fight for the right to be reunited with her children after they were allegedly taken away from her and placed in foster care and were told that they will not be returned until the age of 18.
Rani’s role as a mother is being hailed by many.
Expressing her happiness about the film’s success, Rani told ANI, “It always feels great to see stories of our Indian women being heard globally. I have always tried my best to take the stories of our Indian women to a global platform. I am an Indian woman and know our powers…so I always ensure that our stories are heard with my work.”
Rani further said that a good film will always resonate with people. “If your content is good then it will definitely find its audience irrespective of the medium. By gods grace, Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway has found its audience! I am really happy to see people showering love on our film,” she added.

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

March 22, 2023
Rani Mukherjee touches feet of Karan Johar at ‘Mrs. Chatterjee v/s Norway’ event

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Mumbai: The makers of Rani Mukherjee’s upcoming emotional drama ‘Mrs Chatterjee v/s Norway’ hosted a press meet on Friday, which turned out to be an eventful one.
Karan Johar, a dear friend of Rani, joined the discussion with the lead actor and the team. Rani touched Karan’s feet which won the hearts of millions. Reacting to Rani’s gesture, Karan said, “Our relationship is unique. When I was young, she used to be my sister, then she became ‘bhabhi’ (sister-in-law). Taking a cue from Karan’s words, Rani said, “But won’t become your mother any day.” The videos of funny banter between two besties are doing the rounds on the internet.
Rani was draped in a white saree with a black border. She sported a black bindi with minimum accessories. Karan wore a black jacket and baggy pants.
The event was attended by Sagarika Bhattacharya, on whom, Rani’s character in the movie is modelled. The ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ actor got emotional after meeting Sagarika. Videos and photos of the moment were shared by the paparazzi and the fan pages.
In the event, Rani also spoke about her husband Aditya Chopra’s reaction to ‘Mrs. Chatterjee v/s Norway.” Addressing the media Rani said, “Adi was shocked seeing the film. He was deeply moved and I don’t think I have seen him so moved in any film. Last he was so moved is when Yash’s uncle passed away. He is a parent today, so it hit him. He was very sweet and gave me a side hug as if I were his child. He said well done and I said, thank you. It was a moment because Adi praises me behind my back. I think he could not stop himself and he was moved by the film.”
Directed by Ashima Chibber and produced by Zee Studios and Emmay Entertainment, the movie stars Neena Gupta, Jim Sarbh and Anirban Bhattacharya in pivotal roles.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

March 11, 2023
Bollywood Returns: Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt Starrer ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ Crew Lands in Kashmir

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Srinagar, Mar 4 (GNS): After a hiatus of over three decades, the Indian film industry – Bollywood is making strides towards Kashmir to shoot scenes in a bid to generate an aura of uniqueness and affinity with an otherwise largely disgruntled audience.
Kashmir, known for its beauty all across once used to be an easy to go destination for many Bollywood directors for a large part of the second half of twentieth century given its proximity to industry hub Mumbai and nonetheless because of its unparalleled and enchanting beauty. However the industry people almost stopped visiting here due to the onset of insurgency which also resulted in shutting of cinemas setup in the length and breadth of the valley.
It nevertheless was last year that incumbent Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched a new film policy at a star-studded event in the presence of actor Amir Khan and filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani at SKICC, to give a new lease of hope and to attract the industry people back towards Kashmir.
The film policy, Sinha opined is aimed to transform Jammu Kashmir into the most preferred destination for the entertainment industry, reviving its halcyon days of being a cinematographer’s delight and bringing back the golden era of film shooting in the region besides maximizing the potential of promising local talent and creating livelihood opportunities for many.
“I invite filmmakers from across the world to come to Jammu and Kashmir and capture its pristine beauty through their lens. And, also avail the host of fiscal incentives, world-class facilities offered by the Jammu and Kashmir government,” Sinha said on the occasion.
Subsequently Sinha inaugurated the first multiplex in the valley, which of late has been driving many people to revive their interest towards the Bollywood industry.
Seemingly taking a cue from the green light from UT administration, Karan Johar directed “Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani” crew has landed in world famous ski-resort Gulmarg to shoot one of the movie’s song.

The song, as learnt by GNS, will be a tribute to the late filmmaker Yash Chopra. Ranveer and Alia will recreate the looks of Sridevi and Rishi Kapoor from the film Chandini, directed by ace director Yash Chopra in the late 1980s. Alia will be seen donning chiffon sarees’, while Ranveer, for a change, will be seen in formal attire.
It is believed that Karan Johar wanted to film the song in Switzerland, but after Alia Bhatt’s personal reasons, he moved it to Kashmir as the film maker believes that snow has the same feel in Kashmir as it has in Switzerland.
It has been learnt that several bollywood directors are mulling over and rather are already in talks with the administration to seek go-ahead to shoot scenes of their movies at different places in the Valley.
“Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani” is expected to bring the audience back to watch Bollywood, which otherwise has being going through a lean phase, except for a silverline in the form of recently released Shahrukh Khan starrer ‘Pathaan’. (GNS)
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( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

March 4, 2023