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Royal Stag BoomBox returns with music, gaming and big beats
MUMBAI: Seagram’s Royal Stag BoomBox, India’s iconic live music festival, is back and bigger than ever. Season Four promises to unite fans across four cities: Kolkata, Vizag, Mumbai and Mohali, for an unforgettable celebration of music, fashion, food and gaming.
Kicking off on 21 February in Kolkata, the festival will travel to Vizag on 7 March, Mumbai on 14 March and Mohali on 28 March. Since its inception, BoomBox has redefined India’s live music scene by blending Bollywood’s timeless melodies with the energy of hip-hop, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for the youth.
This year, fans can look forward to chart-topping performances from rap sensation Badshah, pop icons Armaan Malik and Divine, melodious voices like Neeti Mohan, Nikhita Gandhi, Rashmeet Kaur and Sreerama Chandra, and the legendary band Fossils. Hip-hop heavyweights Raftaar and Dino James, along with DJ Sahil Gulati, will keep the beats pulsing. Adding a new twist, gaming star Payal Dhare will host an action-packed gaming face-off, making the festival a full-on cultural extravaganza.
Tickets are now available on Skillbox, renowned for its immersive sound and lighting, interactive fan zones and vibrant cultural showcases, Royal Stag BoomBox brings the spirit of each city to life, giving audiences more than just a concert, a true celebration of youth culture.
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Prime Video and Hrithik Roshan reunite for quirky heist comedy Mess
HRX Films expands pact with quirky heist comedy set for production
MUMBAI: Prime Video is doubling down on its partnership with Hrithik Roshan, announcing a new comedy film Mess that promises chaos, chuckles and a clever twist on the classic heist.
Produced by Hrithik Roshan and Eshaan Roshan under HRX Films, a division of FilmKraft Productions, the film is being made in association with Soda Films Lab. Directed by Rajesh A Krishnan, Mess marks the second collaboration between the streaming platform and HRX Films after the upcoming thriller Storm.
At the heart of Mess lies an unusual premise. A group of robbers break into the home of a man with OCD, only to find themselves outmatched in a night-long standoff that flips the script on who is really in control. It is a set-up that blends tension with humour, turning a break-in into a breakdown of expectations.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok said, “A good story should surprise and entertain, and Mess does both with ease. It brings together a unique premise, memorable characters and a tone that keeps you laughing throughout.”
He added that the collaboration with HRX Films continues to grow stronger, with the new film reflecting a shared appetite for bold and original storytelling.
Hrithik Roshan said, “After Storm, Mess feels like a natural next step in our journey with Prime Video. The film captures the kind of unconventional storytelling we want to champion, with Rajesh bringing a distinctive voice to the narrative.”
Director Rajesh A Krishnan said, “The world of Mess is a mix of comedy and chaos, unusual enough to keep audiences on edge while still delivering humour. It has been a deeply collaborative and creatively fulfilling experience.”
The original screenplay comes from Paul Soter, with adaptation and dialogues by Kapil Sawant, adding another layer of craft to the film’s offbeat narrative.
As production gears up, Mess looks ready to live up to its name, serving up a delightful tangle of mayhem, mischief and movie magic for audiences in India and beyond.
