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ShemarooMe brings World Digital Premiere of ‘Lagan Special’
Mumbai: Indians and their love for weddings are unmatched. With the wedding season yet to arrive, many are yearning for the joy and chaos of wedding celebrations. But worry not, ShemarooMe is all set to fill that void with the World Digital Premiere of the highly anticipated Gujarati family comedy-drama, ‘Lagan Special’. Starring the beloved duo Malhar Thakar and Puja Joshi, alongside Mitra Gadhavi, Lagan Special blends romance, drama, comedy and the delightful chaos of a Gujarati family wedding with an unusual, unexpected twist that will leave everyone exclaiming, ‘Haa Lagan toh saache Special Che!’ Premiering exclusively on ShemarooMe, Lagan Special promises to deliver unlimited entertainment.
Lagan Special follows the journey of Shekhar (Malhar Thakar) and Suman (Puja Joshi) through their arranged marriage. However, their journey encounters a hurdle when Suman discovers that Shekhar doesn’t truly love her. This revelation prompts Suman to call off the ceremony, igniting tensions between their families. Determined to win back her love, Shekhar embarks on an emotional journey to demonstrate his sincere devotion. Will their love story overcome these challenges, or will Shekhar find himself alone in the wedding car? Discover the fate of this couple only on ShemarooMe.
Directed by Rahul Bhole and Vinit Kanojia, and written by Suraj Baraliya, Lagan Special promises a delightful fusion of traditional wedding customs, foot-tapping music, infectious laughter, and heartfelt performances.
Opening up about the theme of Lagan Special and his character, Malhar Thakar said, “When I first heard the script from Suraj Baraliya, I was taken aback by the level of entertainment the movie promised. Amidst the romantic backdrop, the story explores the passion and emotions of the wedding planners, designers and the families striving to perfect the special day for the bride and the groom. Shekhar, the character I portray, embodies the innocence and excitement of a man preparing for marriage, but a confusion between the to be married couple leads to chaos. This sets Shekhar on a daunting task to win back Suman’s trust. Now, as Lagan Special is releasing on ShemarooMe, the audiences will be able to resonate with every emotion Shekhar and Suman experience, drawn in by their undeniable chemistry.”
Puja Joshi, who plays Malhar’s onscreen bride in the film, added, “Marriage is one of the most important days in a girl’s life, and my character, Suman is just like any other girl eagerly awaiting her big day. However, her heart, hopes, and trust are shattered by something she never imagined, even in her worst nightmares. Lagan Special is a project very close to my heart because I lived every moment of Suman’s journey on set. I’m thrilled that the film is finally releasing on ShemarooMe, allowing everyone to be a part of this uniquely extraordinary wedding.”
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
