Hindi
Shah Rukh debutes with Shekhar Ravjiani for a Marathi musical
MUMBAI: Venturing into a new foray Bollywood‘s Baadshah Shah Rukh Khan (SRK) is about to make a musical debut in the regional language space with a Marathi movie. It is confirmed that SRK will shoot for a song with the music composer and singer Shekhar Ravjiani. Apparently it didn‘t take a lot of convincing for Ravjiani for his music single, Saanvlias the proceeds from this song will be donated to an NGO.
Saanvli will also feature Sunidhi Chauhan and the songs refreshes the concept of first love which is why SRK has been roped in since he is synonymous with romance.
A source from the industry revealed “Shekhar met him (SRK) at a studio and played out the single for him. He connected with the song instantly and agreed to feature in the video.”
The music video has been directed by Ravi Jadhav (who has won a National Award forNatrang) and the lyrics are written by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The song video will feature Shah Rukh reciting the verse that reads ‘Parchhayi Teri Saanvli Si, Natkhat Thodi Baavli Si‘.
When contacted, Shekhar who is also one of the judges for Indian Idol Junior confirmed the story and said, “His thoughtfulness and love has made this video very special to me.” Shekhari‘s credibility in the regional language was much appreciated last year in his album Saazni.
Hindi
Zee5 and Applause Entertainment team up for whodunnit ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’
Rajat Kapoor directs star-studded murder mystery streaming from 10 April.
MUMBAI: Zee5 is serving up another killer collaboration and this time, the murder mystery comes with a generous side of dark humour and family dysfunction. The streaming platform has partnered with Applause Entertainment and Mithya Talkies to bring Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a fresh, twisted whodunnit written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker and actor Rajat Kapoor. The film will stream exclusively on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
The movie reimagines the classic murder mystery genre with a contemporary, darkly comic edge. It revolves around a group of friends and family who smile, drink, and celebrate together until the silence snaps and long-buried secrets spill out. The stellar ensemble cast includes Vinay Pathak, Ranvir Shorey, Waluscha De Sousa, Saurabh Shukla, Chandrachoor Rai, Neil Bhoopalam, Koel Purie, Palomi Ghosh, and Rajat Kapoor himself.
This latest offering continues the successful partnership between Zee5 and Applause Entertainment, which has previously delivered diverse hits such as Mithya, Bloody Brothers, and Jab Khuli Kitaab.
&TV Business Head of hindi Zee5 and chief channel officer Kaveri Das said, “Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has consistently delivered distinct, high-impact storytelling. Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa is a natural progression, reinforcing our focus on genre-led content with a compelling whodunnit premise and a strong ensemble cast.”
Applause Entertainment business head for movies Sunil Chainani added, “This film adds yet another compelling layer to our slate with Rajat Kapoor’s unmistakable voice.”
Rajat Kapoor shared, “What interested me was not just the mechanics of a whodunnit, but the emotional violence that precedes physical violence. These are people who smile at each other, but there’s so much that is not said.”
The film promises razor-sharp writing, layered performances, and simmering tension, inviting viewers not just to solve the crime but to unravel the complex relationships at its heart.
If you love a good murder mystery served with wit and emotional depth, Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa looks set to be your next addictive watch. Mark your calendars, the whodunnit drops on Hindi Zee5 from 10 April.
