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Pawan Kalyan Starrer 'Vakeel Saab' To Release On Amazon Prime On April 30
Tollywood actor Pawan Kalyan's latest hit film ‘Vakeel Saab’ will release on Amazon Prime Video on April 30. The film had released in theatres on April 9 and it received an overwhelming box office collection. Directed b Venu Sriram, the movie, an official remake of Bollywood movie ‘Pink’ was earlier supposed to be released on OTT platforms after 50 days, but the pandemic led restrictions forced it to early.
Tags: pawan kalyan, Tollywood, Amazon Prime, OTT Platforms
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Amazon Prime Debuts Production; Co-Produces Akshay Kumar's 'Ram Setu'
In a first, streaming giant Amazon Prime Video has ventured into film production, co-producing Akshay Kumar-starrer Ram Setu with Cape of Good Films, Abundantia Entertainment, and Lyca Productions. Besides a theatrical release at the outset, the much-awaited action-adventure film will enjoy global streaming on the OTT giant. Based on the tale of the mythical India-Sri Lanka Bridge from Ramayana, the Abhishek Sharma-directorial will feature… read-more
Tags: Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime, Akshay Kumar, Ram Setu, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nushrat Bharucha, Ramayana
Courtesy: Deadline
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Amazon Prime Video Tenders Unconditional Apology Over 'Tandav' Row
Following backlashes from various viewers for hurting religious sentiments, streaming giant Amazon Prime Video 'unconditionally' apologised for its show ‘Tandav’ on March 2. Starring Saif Ali Khan and Zeeshan Ayub in the leads, a theatrical programme scene in the TV series had allegedly hurt religious sentiments that led to FIRs filed against it. Besides removing all the objectionable scenes, the cast and crew, including director Ali Abbas… read-more
Tags: Amazon Prime, Prime Video, Tandav, Tandav Controversy
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Shahid Kapoor To Debut On OTT With Amazon Original Series
Actor Shahid Kapoor will soon debut on OTT platform with an Amazon Prime original series. To be directed by The Family man-famed Raj and DK, the series will reportedly contain their trademark dark and wry humor. About the development, Shahid said, "I have been keen to collaborate with Raj and DK... I couldn't think of anyone better.” Co-written by Sita Menon, Suman Kumar and Hussain Dalal, the series' remaining cast will soon be announced.… read-more
Tags: Bollywood, Shahid Kapoor, Amazon Prime, Raj & DK
Courtesy: WION
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Mirzapur Gets Notice For Showing Sexual Relationship Between Beena, Father-in-Law
The Supreme Court has issued a notice to the makers of web-series Mirzapur while hearing a plea which accused the show of presenting objectionable storyline. The plea specifically objected to Rasika Duggal's character Beena having sexual relationship with her father-in-law and servant. The complainant, moreover, accused the show of ridiculing Mirzapur's rich historical and cultural values and insulting approximately 30 lakh population of the… read-more
Tags: Amazon Prime, Mirzapur, Supreme Court of India, Rasika Duggal, Mirzapur web series
Courtesy: India.com
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Much Awaited 'The Family Man' Postponed, To Be Released In Summer
The makers of Amazon Prime Video web series 'The Family Man' - Raj and DK - have officially announced a delay in the release of the second season till summer. Earlier, the Manoj Bajpayee starer was scheduled for a release on February 12. The makers stated, "we have been working super hard to get you a kickass season." The action-packed series include Samantha Akkineni, Shreya Dhanwantary, and Priyamani in lead roles.
Tags: The Family Man, WEBSERIES, Manoj Bajpayee, Amazon Prime
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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FIR Against Mirzapur Producers For Allegedly Hurting Sentiments
Following the uproar against web series 'Tandav', the producers of Amazon Prime's popular show 'Mirzapur' have been booked under defamation charges. Reportedly, an FIR has been filed at Mirzapur's Kotwali Dehat police station by Arvind Chaturvedi. As per the complainant, the show was laded with abusive content, encourages social enmity, illicit relations on-screen, and presented the district in an antagonistic way. However, Chaturvedi has… read-more
Tags: Tandav, Mirzapur, Amazon Prime, FIR
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Broadcast Min Summons Amazon Prime Officials Over Tandav Controversy
Following controversy over newly-released web-series Tandav, Amazon Prime's officials have been summoned by the Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry. Earlier, a formal police complaint was lodged by Mumbai's West Ghatkopar BJP MLA Ram Kadam on January 17 accusing the web series of hurting… read-more
Tags: Tandav Web Series, Amazon Prime, I&B Ministry, Tandav
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Regulations For OTT, Digital Content: I&B Ministry Begins Procedures
The Central government has announced the start of self-regulation in digital media, including all the over-the-top (OTT) platforms, and news portals. Reportedly, the decision has been taken to control the dissemination of sensitive contents, fake news etc. The officials have listed almost 40 OTT platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hotstar among others. The officials said, "the digital media will soon have an overarching regulation for… read-more
Tags: OTT, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Fake News
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
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Amazon, Airtel Join Hands To Provide Prime Video Services At Rs 89
Amazon has joined hands with Airtel to launch Prime Video Mobile Edition plan, making India the first Amazon Prime country to offer such plan. Airtel user can avail this single-user mobile-only plan via pre-paid recharges that range from Rs 89 to Rs 349. The introductory offer of Rs 89 will provide 28-day access to the plan besides 6GB data. Amazon Prime India Director Gaurav Gandhi said it "will further accelerate Prime Video's adoption in… read-more
Tags: Airtel, Amazon Prime, Prime Video Mobile Edition, Partnership
Courtesy: The Economic Times
