American-born actor and musician Alexx O’Nell, who recently featured in the Sara Ali Khan-starrer ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ has opened up on playing Britisher sort of roles, saying he is not afraid of being stereotyped or type-cast.
The movie pays homage to freedom fighter Usha Mehta, who is known for using an underground radio during the 1942 Quit India Movement against the British Raj.
It stars Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles. Emraan Hashmi makes a special guest appearance.
Alexx, who plays the role of John Lyre, talked about the fear of getting stereotyped playing Britisher sort of roles.
Known for his work in ‘Joker’, ‘Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3’, Alexx told Ians: “Hollywood will never stop making films set in World War II, Vietnam, the civil rights movement, and so on. Similarly, I don’t expect India will ever stop making films that take...
The movie pays homage to freedom fighter Usha Mehta, who is known for using an underground radio during the 1942 Quit India Movement against the British Raj.
It stars Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles. Emraan Hashmi makes a special guest appearance.
Alexx, who plays the role of John Lyre, talked about the fear of getting stereotyped playing Britisher sort of roles.
Known for his work in ‘Joker’, ‘Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3’, Alexx told Ians: “Hollywood will never stop making films set in World War II, Vietnam, the civil rights movement, and so on. Similarly, I don’t expect India will ever stop making films that take...
- 4/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sara Ali Khan-starrer Ae Watan Mere Watan is trending at number 1 on Amazon Prime(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Ae Watan Mere Watan, a fresh take on India’s fight for independence, has become a runaway hit on Amazon Prime Video India, soaring to the coveted number one spot. This historical thriller sheds light on a fascinating, yet often overlooked, aspect of the freedom struggle – the power of underground radio stations.
Sara Ali Khan takes centre stage, portraying a fictional character inspired by the courageous Usha Mehta. During the critical Quit India Movement of 1942, Mehta defied British rule by establishing a clandestine radio station. Through this potent platform, she broadcasted messages of hope and resistance, becoming a major threat to the British Raj.
Ae Watan Mere Watan transcends a simple biography. It’s a fictionalized story that celebrates the unwavering spirit of young Indians during the struggle for independence. Khan’s...
Ae Watan Mere Watan, a fresh take on India’s fight for independence, has become a runaway hit on Amazon Prime Video India, soaring to the coveted number one spot. This historical thriller sheds light on a fascinating, yet often overlooked, aspect of the freedom struggle – the power of underground radio stations.
Sara Ali Khan takes centre stage, portraying a fictional character inspired by the courageous Usha Mehta. During the critical Quit India Movement of 1942, Mehta defied British rule by establishing a clandestine radio station. Through this potent platform, she broadcasted messages of hope and resistance, becoming a major threat to the British Raj.
Ae Watan Mere Watan transcends a simple biography. It’s a fictionalized story that celebrates the unwavering spirit of young Indians during the struggle for independence. Khan’s...
- 3/22/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
The upcoming week on Ott is full of action, and thriller with titles like ‘Oppenheimer’, ‘Fighter’, and ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ set to premiere on your favourite streaming platforms.
Here is a list of five titles that have caught the attention of Ians —
‘Oppenheimer’:
Christopher Nolan’s directorial ‘Oppenheimer’ has won the Oscars for ‘Best Picture’ at the 96th Academy Awards. The film stars Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, and Kenneth Branagh.
The story revolves around the life of J Robert Oppenheimer, his direction of the Los Alamos Laboratory during World War 2, and his eventual fall from grace due to his 1954 security hearing.
It is streaming on Jio Cinemas from March 21.
‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’:
Sara Ali Khan-starrer ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ pays homage to freedom fighter Usha Mehta, who is known for using an underground radio...
Here is a list of five titles that have caught the attention of Ians —
‘Oppenheimer’:
Christopher Nolan’s directorial ‘Oppenheimer’ has won the Oscars for ‘Best Picture’ at the 96th Academy Awards. The film stars Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, and Kenneth Branagh.
The story revolves around the life of J Robert Oppenheimer, his direction of the Los Alamos Laboratory during World War 2, and his eventual fall from grace due to his 1954 security hearing.
It is streaming on Jio Cinemas from March 21.
‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’:
Sara Ali Khan-starrer ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ pays homage to freedom fighter Usha Mehta, who is known for using an underground radio...
- 3/21/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Ae Watan Mere Watan Movie Review Rating:
Star Cast: Sara Ali Khan, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastava, Emraan Hashmi, Alexx O’Nell, Sachin Khedekar, Anand Tiwari & others
Director: Kannan Iyer
Ae Watan Mere Watan Review Out: Sara Ali Khan Lives Usha Mehta On-Screen (Photo Credit –Amazon Prime Video)
What’s Good: An unheard tale from the pages of history that needs your acknowledgment, love, and applause.
What’s Bad: Nothing in particular, but the fact that the film doesn’t leave an impact as strong as it should have is underwhelming.
Loo Break: Anytime you want. Your screen, your Amazon Prime Video account, your rules.
Watch or Not?: Definitely Yes.
Language: Hindi with English subtitles.
Available On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 2 hours 13 minutes
User Rating:
Jai Hind. Two words. Seven letters. But hold 1.44 billion together. When you chant Vande Mataram or must have sung Saare Jahan Se Accha Hindostan Hamara in...
Star Cast: Sara Ali Khan, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastava, Emraan Hashmi, Alexx O’Nell, Sachin Khedekar, Anand Tiwari & others
Director: Kannan Iyer
Ae Watan Mere Watan Review Out: Sara Ali Khan Lives Usha Mehta On-Screen (Photo Credit –Amazon Prime Video)
What’s Good: An unheard tale from the pages of history that needs your acknowledgment, love, and applause.
What’s Bad: Nothing in particular, but the fact that the film doesn’t leave an impact as strong as it should have is underwhelming.
Loo Break: Anytime you want. Your screen, your Amazon Prime Video account, your rules.
Watch or Not?: Definitely Yes.
Language: Hindi with English subtitles.
Available On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 2 hours 13 minutes
User Rating:
Jai Hind. Two words. Seven letters. But hold 1.44 billion together. When you chant Vande Mataram or must have sung Saare Jahan Se Accha Hindostan Hamara in...
- 3/20/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Sara Ali Khan’s much-anticipated film “Ae Watan Mere Watan” has unveiled its latest soul-stirring track, “Julia”, sung by Divya Kumar and Shashi Suman. Composed by Shashi Suman and penned by Prashant Ingole, the song is a nostalgic journey back to the simplicity of first love, resonating with its enchanting melody and poignant lyrics.
“Julia” captures the essence of butterflies fluttering in one’s stomach during the initial stages of love, evoking a sense of warmth and nostalgia among listeners. With its upbeat composition and old-world charm, the song promises to tug at the heartstrings of audiences, transporting them to a bygone era filled with timeless romance.
Produced under the banner of Dharmatic Entertainment by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra, “Ae Watan Mere Watan” is helmed by director Kannan Iyer, with the storyline crafted by Iyer and Darab Farooqui. The movie features an exceptional ensemble cast comprising Sachin Khedekar,...
“Julia” captures the essence of butterflies fluttering in one’s stomach during the initial stages of love, evoking a sense of warmth and nostalgia among listeners. With its upbeat composition and old-world charm, the song promises to tug at the heartstrings of audiences, transporting them to a bygone era filled with timeless romance.
Produced under the banner of Dharmatic Entertainment by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra, “Ae Watan Mere Watan” is helmed by director Kannan Iyer, with the storyline crafted by Iyer and Darab Farooqui. The movie features an exceptional ensemble cast comprising Sachin Khedekar,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Kaushal Pal
- ReferSMS
Busan Names Asian Contents & Film Market Director
Busan’s Asian Contents and Film Market (Acfm) has named experienced programmer and indie arthouse producer Ellen Y.D. Kim has its new Director. She has been officially approved at the Busan International Film Festival (Biff)’s general assembly and will commence a four-year term this Friday (March 8). She was previously Program Director of the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. Kim is well known to Acfm, having played a key role in establishing the event in the 2006s, and co-produced arthouse films such as Cry Woman in 2002 and Sewing Sisters 18 years later. She also held several key roles at Acfm’s parent, the Biff, which has now passed this year’s business plan and budget at the general assembly, as it bids to return to normalcy after a string of resignations last year. Biff has also approved of 18 board members and an auditor,...
Busan’s Asian Contents and Film Market (Acfm) has named experienced programmer and indie arthouse producer Ellen Y.D. Kim has its new Director. She has been officially approved at the Busan International Film Festival (Biff)’s general assembly and will commence a four-year term this Friday (March 8). She was previously Program Director of the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. Kim is well known to Acfm, having played a key role in establishing the event in the 2006s, and co-produced arthouse films such as Cry Woman in 2002 and Sewing Sisters 18 years later. She also held several key roles at Acfm’s parent, the Biff, which has now passed this year’s business plan and budget at the general assembly, as it bids to return to normalcy after a string of resignations last year. Biff has also approved of 18 board members and an auditor,...
- 3/4/2024
- by Jesse Whittock, Zac Ntim and Stewart Clarke
- Deadline Film + TV
Karan Johar has unveiled the teaser of the Sara Ali Khan-starrer ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’, which pays homage to freedom fighter Usha Mehta, who at the age of 22 used an underground radio to broadcast news exposing the British Raj during the 1942 Quit India Movement.
The teaser, which is a minute and 32 seconds long, begins with KJo standing in a museum and looking at old pictures, including a board with ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ written on it. He then takes a look at a vintage radio receiver.
The video shows the director-producer saying, “1942. The Britishers were crushing the Quit India Movement. But then came Usha. At the age of 22, she was the ray of hope in our struggle for freedom.”
We then get a glimpse of Sara dressed in a plain white khadi saree and sporting a red bindi.
Continuing his commentary, KJo said, “She hid from Britishers, fought with them,...
The teaser, which is a minute and 32 seconds long, begins with KJo standing in a museum and looking at old pictures, including a board with ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ written on it. He then takes a look at a vintage radio receiver.
The video shows the director-producer saying, “1942. The Britishers were crushing the Quit India Movement. But then came Usha. At the age of 22, she was the ray of hope in our struggle for freedom.”
We then get a glimpse of Sara dressed in a plain white khadi saree and sporting a red bindi.
Continuing his commentary, KJo said, “She hid from Britishers, fought with them,...
- 3/1/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Sara Ali Khan’s Ae Watan Mere Watan announced (Photo Credit – Prime Video India / YouTube)
On World Radio Day, Dharmatic Entertainment announced the plot and release date of Ae Watan Mere Watan. If you’re wondering why the announcement was made on World Radio Day, read on!
For decades, Radio has thrived as a medium to inform, engage and entertain the masses. Ae Watan Mere Watan pays homage to the significant role radio played in uniting the country, further emboldening the Quit India Movement.
The date of Ae Watan Mere Watan was revealed with a motion picture featuring the voice of Sara Ali Khan as Usha. She is passionately urging the nation to unite against the British Raj through a clandestine radio.
Trending Aditya Narayan Throwing A Fan’s Phone, Akshay Kumar Smashing It Under His Foot To Salman Khan Snatching It – 5 Times When Actors Lost Control At Fans! Salman...
On World Radio Day, Dharmatic Entertainment announced the plot and release date of Ae Watan Mere Watan. If you’re wondering why the announcement was made on World Radio Day, read on!
For decades, Radio has thrived as a medium to inform, engage and entertain the masses. Ae Watan Mere Watan pays homage to the significant role radio played in uniting the country, further emboldening the Quit India Movement.
The date of Ae Watan Mere Watan was revealed with a motion picture featuring the voice of Sara Ali Khan as Usha. She is passionately urging the nation to unite against the British Raj through a clandestine radio.
Trending Aditya Narayan Throwing A Fan’s Phone, Akshay Kumar Smashing It Under His Foot To Salman Khan Snatching It – 5 Times When Actors Lost Control At Fans! Salman...
- 2/13/2024
- by Nikita Wagh
- KoiMoi
On World Radio Day, the makers of the upcoming film ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ have announced that the movie will release digitally on March 21. The date was revealed with a motion picture, featuring the voice of lead actor Sara Ali Khan as Usha, passionately urging the nation to unite against the British Raj through a clandestine radio.
Directed by Kannan Iyer, the film is written by Darab Farooqui and Iyer. It also stars Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, Alexx O’ Neil and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles and a special guest appearance by Emraan Hashmi.
‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ is a fictional tale that tells the riveting story about an underground radio station, led by a courageous young girl, that changed the course of India’s freedom struggle.
Drawing inspiration from freedom fighter Usha Mehta’s remarkable journey, the film pays a tribute to both — the celebrated as well...
Directed by Kannan Iyer, the film is written by Darab Farooqui and Iyer. It also stars Sachin Khedekar, Abhay Verma, Sparsh Shrivastav, Alexx O’ Neil and Anand Tiwari in pivotal roles and a special guest appearance by Emraan Hashmi.
‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’ is a fictional tale that tells the riveting story about an underground radio station, led by a courageous young girl, that changed the course of India’s freedom struggle.
Drawing inspiration from freedom fighter Usha Mehta’s remarkable journey, the film pays a tribute to both — the celebrated as well...
- 2/13/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan, who has been on a film wrapping-up spree of late, will soon be seen playing a freedom fighter in her upcoming streaming film ‘Ae Watan Mere Watan’.
The film, which is said to be inspired by true events, will be Sara’s third streaming film after the 2020 release of ‘Coolie No. 1’ and the 2021 runaway hit ‘Atrangi Re’.
On Monday, the makers of the film shared the first-look video of Sara’s character from the film. The gripping video transports the viewers to a bygone era where the viewers see Sara assembling a radio-like device by plugging in vacuum tubes, in a dimly lit room. As she begins to speak on the radio, she shares the message of Independence with the entire nation until she is interrupted by the incessant banging at the door.
Talking about her character, Sara said: “I am so excited and...
The film, which is said to be inspired by true events, will be Sara’s third streaming film after the 2020 release of ‘Coolie No. 1’ and the 2021 runaway hit ‘Atrangi Re’.
On Monday, the makers of the film shared the first-look video of Sara’s character from the film. The gripping video transports the viewers to a bygone era where the viewers see Sara assembling a radio-like device by plugging in vacuum tubes, in a dimly lit room. As she begins to speak on the radio, she shares the message of Independence with the entire nation until she is interrupted by the incessant banging at the door.
Talking about her character, Sara said: “I am so excited and...
- 1/23/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan, who was last seen in the streaming movie “Atrangi Re”, will be headlining another streaming movie titled “Ae Watan Mere Watan”. The film is set to go on floors this month.
The revelation was made by Bollywood star Varun Dhawan, who is the Prime Video Bae. In his signature, inimitable style, Varun revealed that Sara Ali Khan will play a valiant, lion-hearted freedom fighter in a fictional tale set against the backdrop of Quit India Movement in 1942.
“Ae Watan Mere Watan” is a thriller drama inspired by true events. It has been written by Darab Farooqui and Kannan Iyer.
A Dharmatic Entertainment Production, the film is being produced by Karan Johar and Apoorva Mehta, with Somen Mishra serving as the co-producer and is being directed by Iyer. The film will be released directly on Ott platform Prime Video.
The revelation was made by Bollywood star Varun Dhawan, who is the Prime Video Bae. In his signature, inimitable style, Varun revealed that Sara Ali Khan will play a valiant, lion-hearted freedom fighter in a fictional tale set against the backdrop of Quit India Movement in 1942.
“Ae Watan Mere Watan” is a thriller drama inspired by true events. It has been written by Darab Farooqui and Kannan Iyer.
A Dharmatic Entertainment Production, the film is being produced by Karan Johar and Apoorva Mehta, with Somen Mishra serving as the co-producer and is being directed by Iyer. The film will be released directly on Ott platform Prime Video.
- 10/4/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Streamer has also set licensing deals with leading Indian production houses.
Amazon Prime Video is making its biggest push into India to date with plans to launch more than 40 films and TV series while striking new licensing deals and launching a TVoD film rental service.
At its first Prime Video Presents India showcase event in Mumbai, the streamer said its investment in the service would more than double over the next five years.
This is led by original features, series and co-productions, in Hindi, Tamil and Telegu, which are planned to launch over the next two years. These will range from thrillers,...
Amazon Prime Video is making its biggest push into India to date with plans to launch more than 40 films and TV series while striking new licensing deals and launching a TVoD film rental service.
At its first Prime Video Presents India showcase event in Mumbai, the streamer said its investment in the service would more than double over the next five years.
This is led by original features, series and co-productions, in Hindi, Tamil and Telegu, which are planned to launch over the next two years. These will range from thrillers,...
- 4/29/2022
- by Michael Rosser
- ScreenDaily
Notebook movie review is here. Released today, Notebook is produced by Salman Khan and it introduces Zaheer Iqbal and Pranutan Bahl to Bollywood. Directed by national award winner Nitin Kakkar (Filmstan), Notebook is the Indian adaptation of the 2014 picturesquely poetic Thai romance drama Teacher's Diary (Khit Thueng Witthaya) by Khit Thueng Witthaya. The movie is in news as Salman Khan is presenting a love story and launching two fresh faces. Is the love able to blossom??find out in Notebook movie review.
Immediate reaction when the end credits of Notebook roll
Notebook is a love story that is made for those who believe in the divine power of love, a love story that challenges the typical romantic comedy motif of boy meets girl, fall in love only to break up and get back together at the end. Notebook is an experience that is refreshingly poetic, charmingly heartwarming, intriguingly soul stirring...
Immediate reaction when the end credits of Notebook roll
Notebook is a love story that is made for those who believe in the divine power of love, a love story that challenges the typical romantic comedy motif of boy meets girl, fall in love only to break up and get back together at the end. Notebook is an experience that is refreshingly poetic, charmingly heartwarming, intriguingly soul stirring...
- 3/29/2019
- GlamSham
Notebook
Starring Pranutan Behl, Zaheer Iqbal
Directed by Nittin Kakkar
It is significant that Salman Khan is a producer on this the tenderest most lyrical love story of his career. Salman has repeatedly expressed his aversion to physical love on screen, Pda at its most public if you please. He doesn’t ever kiss his heroines.
Neither does his new discovery Zaheer Iqbal, a strapping young athletic debutant who demonstrates unexpected spurts of compassion at pertinent points in the plot. Zaheer is a lambi race ka ghoda.
This is a romance where the lead pair doesn’t meet. They touch each other’s lives through words. Not poetry, mind you. This is not an occasion to do a Pakeezaah on us. Director Nitin Kakkar whose last film Mitron is a neglected gem, creates a stirring alchemy in the romance. The mood is as somber as the Valley when the guns are silent.
Starring Pranutan Behl, Zaheer Iqbal
Directed by Nittin Kakkar
It is significant that Salman Khan is a producer on this the tenderest most lyrical love story of his career. Salman has repeatedly expressed his aversion to physical love on screen, Pda at its most public if you please. He doesn’t ever kiss his heroines.
Neither does his new discovery Zaheer Iqbal, a strapping young athletic debutant who demonstrates unexpected spurts of compassion at pertinent points in the plot. Zaheer is a lambi race ka ghoda.
This is a romance where the lead pair doesn’t meet. They touch each other’s lives through words. Not poetry, mind you. This is not an occasion to do a Pakeezaah on us. Director Nitin Kakkar whose last film Mitron is a neglected gem, creates a stirring alchemy in the romance. The mood is as somber as the Valley when the guns are silent.
- 3/29/2019
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
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