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Balaji Motion Pictures
Balaji Motion Pictures is a wholly-owned subsidiary company of Balaji Telefilms Limited which is an Indian film production and distribution company established by Shobha Kapoor and her daughter Ekta Kapoor. Based in Mumbai, it produces and distributes Hindi films. The chairman of the company is former Bollywood actor Jeetendra Kapoor. In 2017, the company launched its biography, '' Kingdom of the Soap Queen: The Story of Balaji Telefilms''. Operations Balaji Motion Pictures is based in Mumbai in the Balaji House on New Link Road, Andheri West, Mumbai. It operates from its head office in Andheri West and has studios in Film City and other locations in Mumbai. In terms of studio facilities, Balaji Motion Pictures is one of the largest film productions houses in Mumbai. History Balaji Motion Pictures was set up in 2001 by Hindi television producer Ekta Kapoor with the purpose of venturing into film production. She produced '' Kyo Kii... Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta'', released i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Privately Held Company
A privately held company (or simply a private company) is a company whose shares and related rights or obligations are not offered for public subscription or publicly negotiated in the respective listed markets, but rather the company's stock is offered, owned, traded, exchanged privately, or Over-the-counter (finance), over-the-counter. In the case of a closed corporation, there are a relatively small number of shareholders or company members. Related terms are closely-held corporation, unquoted company, and unlisted company. Though less visible than their public company, publicly traded counterparts, private companies have major importance in the world's economy. In 2008, the 441 list of largest private non-governmental companies by revenue, largest private companies in the United States accounted for ($1.8 trillion) in revenues and employed 6.2 million people, according to ''Forbes''. In 2005, using a substantially smaller pool size (22.7%) for comparison, the 339 companies on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Koi Aap Sa
''Koi Aap Sa'' is a 2005 Indian Hindi romance film directed by Partho Mitra. It stars Aftab Shivdasani, Dipannita Sharma and Anita Hassanandani in pivotal roles. It was released on October 14, 2005. Plot Rohan and Simi are childhood friends. Rohan likes a girl from college named Preeti and Simi helps bring Rohan and Preeti closer. However, Preeti feels awkward, insecure and jealous; because she feels Rohan and Simi's friendship is getting in the way. At this point, Simi's fiancé Vicky enters with his good friend Ranjit, Preeti comes to find out that Vicky is Simi's fiancé and that they're engagement party is to be held tomorrow. At the engagement party Simi dances with Vicky and Rohan dances with Preeti. After the engagement party Vicky flies out on a business trip, whilst Rohan, Simi and Preeti attend a party. At the party, whilst Rohan and Preeti are dancing, Ranjit visits Simi, he says he was on the way to the airport but wanted to give Simi a gift before he left, as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai
''Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai'' is a 2010 Indian Hindi-language gangster film written by Rajat Arora and directed by Milan Luthria. It stars Ajay Devgn, Emraan Hashmi, Kangana Ranaut, Prachi Desai and Randeep Hooda. Produced by Ekta Kapoor under the Balaji Motion Pictures banner, ''Once Upon A Time in Mumbaai'' was released on 30 July 2010 to generally positive reviews from critics, and was a box office hit. The film is loosely based on the lives of Mumbai underworld gangsters Haji Mastan and Dawood Ibrahim. A sequel, '' Once Upon ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!'', was released in 2013. Plot The film opens in March 1993 in Bombay, with a suicide attempt by ACP Agnel Wilson on the pretext of the recent Bombay bombings. When questioned by his superior over his actions, he breaks down and claims that the bombings are his own fault. Wilson recounts that 18 years ago, when he was posted as the ACP in the Bombay crime branch, his inability to take necessary action led to the rise ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sleeper Hit
In the entertainment industry, a sleeper hit is a film, television series, music release, video game, or some other entertainment product that was initially unsuccessful on release but became a success later on. A sleeper hit may have little promotion or lack a successful launch but gradually develops a fan following that garners it media attention, which in turn increases its public exposure and public interest in the product. In film Some sleeper hits in the film industry are strategically marketed for audiences subtly, such as with sneak previews a couple of weeks prior to release, without making them feel obliged to see a heavily promoted film. This alternative form of marketing strategy has been used in sleeper hits such as ''Sleepless in Seattle'' (1993), the Oscar winner '' Forrest Gump'' (1994), '' My Best Friend's Wedding'' (1997), '' There's Something About Mary'' (1998), and ''The Sixth Sense'' (1999). Screenings for these films are held in an area conducive to the f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ALT Entertainment
Balaji Telefilms is an Indian company that produces Indian soap operas, reality TV, comedy, game shows, entertainment, and factual programming in several Indian languages. Balaji Telefilms is promoted by Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor and is a public company listed at Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange of India. In the 2000s the company went on to produce some historic blockbusters which include, ''Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'', '' Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii'', '' Kaahin Kissii Roz'', ''Kasautii Zindagii Kay'', '' Kahiin to Hoga'', ''Kkusum'' and ''Kasamh Se'' amongst several others. In the 2010s the company went on to produce several hugely successful drama series which includes '' Pavitra Rishta'', '' Tere Liye'', '' Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani'', ''Bade Achhe Lagte Hain'', '' Jodha Akbar'', '' Yeh Hai Mohabbatein'', ''Kumkum Bhagya'', '' Meri Aashiqui Tum Se Hi'', '' Kasam Tere Pyaar Ki'', '' Kundali Bhagya'', '' Yeh Hai Chahatein'' and '' Bhagya Lakshmi''. Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sarkar Raj
''Sarkar Raj'' () is a 2008 Indian Hindi-language Political cinema, political crime thriller film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film is a sequel to the 2005 film ''Sarkar (2005 film), Sarkar'' and the second installment of Sarkar (film series), ''Sarkar'' film series. The film was premiered at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival, the New York Asian Film Festival, and the 9th IIFA Awards, 9th IIFA World Premiere-Bangkok. The film was archived at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Academy of Motion Pictures library. The primary cast features Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan (who reprise their roles from the original) and new entrant Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Supriya Pathak, Tanisha Mukherjee and Ravi Kale also reappeared in their respective roles from ''Sarkar (2005 film), Sarkar''. The film released on 6 June 2008 and was critically and commercially successful. The continuation and third installment ''Sarkar 3'' was released on 12 May 2017 to positive reviews. Plot T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
''Bhool Bhulaiyaa'' () is a 2007 Indian Hindi-language psychological thriller film directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar under the T-Series Films banner. A remake of the 1993 Malayalam film '' Manichitrathazhu'', adapted by Neeraj Vora and Manisha Korde, it stars Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, Shiney Ahuja, Ameesha Patel, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Manoj Joshi, Asrani and Vikram Gokhale. The film score and soundtrack were composed by Ranjit Barot and Pritam respectively, with lyrics written by Sameer and Sayeed Quadri. Made on a budget of 25–32 crores, ''Bhool Bhulaiyaa'' earned 82.8 crores worldwide, thus becoming the 6th eighth-highest grossing Hindi film of 2007. It received positive reviews from critics upon release, with praise for its direction, screenplay, humor and soundtrack, with particular praise directed towards Kumar and Balan's performance. At the 53rd Filmfare Awards, ''Bhool Bhulaiyaa'' received 1 nomination – Best Act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sunil Shetty
Suniel Shetty (born Sunil V. Shetty; 11 August 1961) is an Indian actor, film producer, television personality and entrepreneur who is predominantly active in Hindi films he has also worked in tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and kannada films. In a career spanning almost 30 years, he has acted in over 100 films. ''. He is the owner of the production house Popcorn Entertainment Private Limited. He has produced a number of films including '' Khel – No Ordinary Game'', '' Rakht'' and '' Bhagam Bhag'', under the banner of Popcorn Motion Pictures. Early life Suniel Shetty was born in a Tulu speaking Bunt family on 11 August 1961 in Mulki, Mangalore. Career He made his debut in Hindi films in 1992 at the age of 31 with '' Balwaan'', opposite Divya Bharti. The film helped him to retain his position in Bollywood as an action hero. He went on to play the protagonist in various successful movies such as '' Balwaan''(1992), = Arjun Singh '' Waqt Hamara Hai''(1993), = Sunil Chaudhary ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
EMI – Liya Hai Toh Chukana Parega
''EMI'' (Extension: ''Easy Monthly Installment - Liya Hai Toh Chukana Padega!'') is a 2008 Bollywood social comedy film directed by Saurabh Kabra and starred Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Urmila Matondkar and Malaika Arora. Synopsis Sattar (Sanjay Dutt), owner of Good Luck Recovery Agency, is the saviour and the solution for all those caught in the debt trap. From Bhaigiri to business to politics to social work—that's how Sattar wants to progress in life. He has already graduated from Bhaigiri to business and is now eager to jump into politics. Most sought after by banks, telecom companies and various multinationals, today his Good Luck Recovery Agency is a leading recovery agency. Sattar follows a simple rule when it comes to his business—Loan liya hai to chukana padega. Reception ''EMI'' received mostly negative reviews with ''The Economic Times'' saying that its release timing is apt but ''EMI'' 'fails to generate interest for its juvenile outlook towards the issue.' ''Hin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mission Istanbul
''Mission Istanbul'' is a 2008 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film starring Vivek Oberoi, Shriya Saran and Zayed Khan. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, features Abhishek Bachchan in a special appearance. The film is based on an organisation ''Al Johara'' which bears a resemblance to Qatar-based news channel ''Al Jazeera'', which was criticized by the White House as being an outlet for terrorists. The film deals with the role of ''Al Johara'' based in Turkey, a NATO country with troops engaged in Afghanistan, and the role of the Indian Intelligence agency R.A.W. Plot The story is based on the life of India's top news reporter Vikas Sagar (Zayed Khan). He would do anything for his news report, even risk his life. Ambitious, popular, and professional, Vikas is considered one of the most promising journalists in the business. Due to this reason, Owais Hussain (Suniel Shetty), a senior producer at the controversial news channel Al Johara, offers him a job as the head of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
C Kkompany
''C Kkompany'' (alternatively ''C Company'') is a 2008 Bollywood comedy film directed by debutant Sachin Yardi, and produced by Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor. The film stars Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Raima Sen and Anupam Kher. It released on 29 August 2008 to negative reviews from critics, and was a failure at the box office. Plot Three individuals - Akshay Kumar (Tusshar Kapoor), Mr. Joshi ( Anupam Kher), and Lambodar Jha (Rajpal Yadav) have their own share of troubles as a common man. While Akshay is a struggling crime reporter, Mr. Joshi is a retired accountant troubled by his ungrateful son. Lambodhar works as a mascot in a mall but tells his son he has a business. Lambodar finds it difficult to deal with his wife over his job and is very aggressive to tall people because he is very short and is often mocked for his height. Together they share their plight and find solace in each other's company. Akshay wants to marry the love of his life, Priya (Raima Sen), the sist ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
