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Bollywood Film John Day Now Available to Movie Buffs Outside India With Online Premiere on Spuul
Bollywood movie buffs worldwide have reason to rejoice! Latest Bollywood film John Day that is running in theatres in India and select markets internationally since September 13, 2013, will premiere online on Spuul (www.spuul.com) just 10 days after its theatrical release. Starting today, John Day will be available for streaming via Spuul on your computers, smartphones and tablets.
John Day, starring actors Naseeruddin Shah and Randeep Hooda, will be available to Spuul subscribers worldwide, except in India. Subscribers may watch the movie on the web and on their iOS and Androids devices, as a part of Spuul’s monthly premium subscription plan, which is offered for a monthly price of US$4.99 only.
Commenting on the release, Prakash Ramchandani, CEO India for Spuul said, “We are always looking to make Indian movies more accessible to fans worldwide and are especially proud to offer John Day to our subscribers just 10 days after its theatrical release in India.” John Day is a dark drama about two central characters, played by Naseeruddin Shah and Randeep Hooda, caught in a cat and mouse chase. With an engaging screenplay and stellar performances by the cast, John Day promises to be a class act! The film marks the directorial debut of Ahishor Solomon and also features Shernaz Patel and Russian-born, German actress Elena Kazan.
Vivek Lath, Founder GoQuest Media Ventures, that distributes Indian content to digital platforms, said “Early releases of Indian films through digital mediums open up untapped revenues for producers, especially from overseas markets. We are happy to partner with Spuul for this endeavor.”
To watch movies on Spuul sign up for a free account at www.spuul.com or download Spuul’s free app for iOS or Android. Besides John Day, fans can stream 2013 releases Yamla Pagla Deewana2, Chashme Baddoor and Aurangzeb, to name a few. Latest movies Policegiri and Love you Soniyo are also expected to release soon on Spuul.
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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.
