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&pictures to premiere film ‘Sherdil – The Pilibhit Saga’
Mumbai: “Tu Sher hai, toh bhi Sherdil hoon!” adapted from a true story – Sherdil – The Pilibhit Saga follows the adventures of a fearless and courageous Jundao sarpanch who devises an absurd scheme to protect his community.
Set for its world television premiere, the film consists of an eclectic cast led by Pankaj Tripathi, and is intertwined with a hard-hitting theme and one man’s determination to bring about change.
Sherdil – The Pilibhit Saga is set to premiere on 10 December at 10 p.m. on &pictures.
Gangaram, who is prepared to sacrifice his life for his people by being murdered by a tiger, is the subject of the movie. This dramatic tale of life and death was enhanced with comedy and sympathy for the community’s condition as they were forced to take drastic measures to survive. As the clumsy Sarpanch and magnificent saviour, Pankaj Tripathi plays a part unlike any other, combining epic one-liners with traditional charm and the brave but helpless Gangaram. Neeraj Kabi and Sayani Gupta will also appear at crucial times.
In the film, we see the actor say, “Baagh ko maarne nahi gaye the jungle mein, hum toh baagh se khud ka shikar karwane gaye the!” That demonstrates his love for his people and the innocence that Gangaram professes. Neeraj Kabi and Sayani Gupta also play important roles in the film.
Written and directed by National Award winner Srijit Mukherji, Sherdil – The Pilibhit Saga perfectly balances some significant themes with unexpectedly philosophical bits rooted in everyday humour.
Talking about the world television premiere, Tripathi said, “Since I have lived in a village, I can understand the roots of Gangaram. But what took time was understanding my character’s specific behaviour. I played a very intriguing and layered character that helped me explore a different facet of myself as an actor. I always wanted to be a part of a film that shows the man-animal conflict; I was always concerned with the man-animal conflict, and Sherdil gave me that opportunity. Moreover, Sherdil helped me understand the emotions and vulnerabilities of my character. Working with talented actors like Neeraj Kabi and Sayani Gupta was a great creative experience. We intended to make a good film and thoroughly enjoyed working together and discussing the craft. Sherdil is a film that deserves to be seen by a larger, especially younger audience, and we’re thrilled that &pictures is giving this film the platform.”
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Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Premieres 14 Feb on Zee
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat world TV premiere 14 Feb at 8pm passion meets politics.
MUMBAI: Cupid’s arrow just got a plot twist and it’s heading straight for your TV screen. This Valentine’s Day, Zee Cinema is turning up the heat with the world television premiere of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, a raw, rule-breaking romantic drama that proves love doesn’t always come wrapped in roses.
Set to air on Saturday, 14 February at 8pm, the film stars Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, directed by Milap Zaveri. It dives headfirst into obsession, heartbreak, and the kind of unconditional love that leaves scorch marks. Rane plays Vikramaditya, a powerful politician whose all-consuming passion for actress Adaa spirals into chaos when his feelings go unreturned unleashing a storm of emotion, misunderstanding, and life-altering consequences.
The timing couldn’t be sharper. Audiences are clearly craving intense love stories over sugar-coated ones, and this film taps straight into that vein. Harshvardhan Rane already has a loyal fanbase from his cult hit Sanam Teri Kasam, which cemented his status as the go-to guy for heart-wrenching romance especially among younger viewers who keep the film on repeat.
Milap Zaveri captured the film’s beating heart, “This film is about love that doesn’t follow rules. With Valentine’s Day being a time when audiences gravitate towards romantic narratives, the television premiere of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat on Zee Cinema felt like the perfect fit. The continued love for intense romances shows there is a strong emotional appetite for such stories.”
Rane himself called it a story rooted in messy, honest emotion, “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat explores love in its most intense and vulnerable form where emotions are messy and deeply human. It’s a story that doesn’t shy away from passion or pain on Valentine’s Day making it even more special as it reflects the many shades of love people experience.”
Sonam Bajwa added her take, “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is not a conventional love story, it’s raw, intense and emotional. Valentine’s Day is usually associated with happy romance but this film explores love in its most vulnerable form.”
So if your Valentine’s plans include more than chocolates and clichés, tune in to Zee Cinema at 8pm on 14 February. Because sometimes the most unforgettable love stories aren’t the ones that end neatly, they’re the ones that leave you questioning just how far passion can push before everything changes.
