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Zee Cinema’s short movie ready for release
MUMBAI: Hindi movie channel Zee Cinema’s latest production, the two-minutes movie paap ka Anth is complete. The movie will be released on 22 October in 56 theatres across 35 cities across India.
The feature film — touted as India’s shortest thriller ever — is directed by Rajesh Krishnan of Foot Candles with Vijay Raaz in the lead role. This movie is conceptualised by FCB Ulka and Zee Cinema Marketing.
On the occasion of the preview of the movie Zee Cinema business head Bharat Ranga said, ” With this presentation of Paap Ka Anth, Zee Cinema will create an innovative revolution in the history of Indian Cinema. This movie has been made with focus to communicate the values and attributes of the brand – Zee Cinema”.
Paap ka Anth is the sensational story of a village girl, who is kidnapped by a dacoit, grows up in a world of crime, and returns to extract her revenge. It is a complete thriller that keeps you guessing all throughout the 120 seconds of the reel, says an official release.
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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
