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JioHotstar to live stream Mahashivratri: The Divine Night
MUMBAI: JioHotstar is accelerating its live event offerings following the success of the Coldplay, concert stream. On 26 March at 6 pm, the platform will launch ‘Mahashivratri: The Divine Night’ – a first-of-its-kind, multi-format, multi-location live event delivering an immersive experience of the festival.
Combining storytelling and technology, the platform will make Lord Shiva celebrations accessible to millions of users. Viewers can witness over 20 aartis from all Jyotirlingas in real time across multiple streams.
JioHotstar has partnered with Isha Foundation to broadcast their rituals and musical performances, including meditations and teachings by Sadhguru. Popular singer-composer Sona Mohapatra will lead performances spanning different genres.
The event will also feature live meditations from The Art of Living, led by spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, who commented: “Mahashivratri is an occasion to align with the cosmos to connect with the Divinity within.”
Additionally, viewers can enjoy a special three-hour episode of ‘Devo Ke Dev… Mahadev’ showcasing the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
Sadhguru added: “Through JioHotstar, this powerful night becomes even more accessible, where technology bridges distances and spirituality unites us all.”
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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.
