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‘Happy New Year’ to be dubbed in German for home video
MUMBAI: Having had a successful run worldwide,Red Chillies Entertainment’s (RCE) film Happy New Year (HNY) is now all set to add another feather to its hat.
The movie will now be available on Home Video from 20 March 2015, dubbed in German language, ensuring that it reaches the drawing rooms of its German fans. HNY came out in German cinemas on 30 October last year, a week after its Indian release where it saw good collections at the box office in its original version and was in Top 10 at the Box Office on its opening day in Germany.
Now with this new move, the company hopes to bridge the gap between language and world content, further. Worldwide distributors Yash Raj Films in association with Rapid Eye Movies are now bringing the Home Video for the German territory.
RCE chief revenue officer Gaurav Verma said, “This home video is specifically aimed at SRK’s extensive fan base in Germany to give them another reason to rejoice. The film is now being offered in German dub as all his films have massive traction there especially in home entertainment. HNY has been dubbed in many local languages and we will continue to extend the reach of our content to the furthest corners of the world by localizing content in more regional languages.”
Talking about the venture at hand, German based Rapid Eye Movies founder Stephen Holl said, “Rapid Eye Movies, in association with YRF, proudly announces the German Home entertainment release of the Red Chillies Entertainment production Happy New Year. SRK is the singular most popular Indian actor in Germany, with a major fan base and numerous fan clubs. After the box office success of the movie in German cinemas, a dubbed German-language version of the film will hit stores on 20 March on DVD and blu-ray, as well as a limited edition digipak.”
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Rajesh Ramaswamy exits The Script Room to focus on filmmaking journey
Ad filmmaker steps away from own venture to pursue direction and storytelling
MUMBAI: In a move that has caught the attention of the advertising and creative community, Rajesh Ramaswamy has announced his exit from The Script Room, the company he co-founded, marking the end of a seven-year stint at the helm.
The decision, which came into effect earlier this month, signals a shift in focus for Ramaswamy, who is now looking to immerse himself fully in filmmaking and direction as an independent creative.
Known for blending sharp advertising insight with storytelling craft, Ramaswamy has been instrumental in shaping The Script Room into a creative hub that delivered campaigns, branded content, and original storytelling formats. Over the years, the company collaborated with agencies, directors, and a wide network of writers, while also experimenting with formats such as short films and web series.
Sharing his thoughts on the transition, Ramaswamy indicated that the move is driven by a desire to focus and explore stories he has been developing over time. While he acknowledged the unconventional nature of stepping away from one’s own venture, he also framed it as a necessary leap toward clarity and creative pursuit.
Importantly, The Script Room will continue its operations with its current team and leadership, with Ramaswamy expressing confidence in the group that helped build the company’s identity. The studio, he noted, remains well-positioned to evolve further with fresh talent and ideas.
His exit also reflects a wider industry trend, where experienced advertising professionals are increasingly transitioning into independent filmmaking, tapping into the growing opportunities across digital and long-form content platforms.
As Ramaswamy steps into this new phase, the move underscores a familiar creative instinct, sometimes, the boldest ideas begin with a clean break.
