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Can a lie be the truth, or will the truth turn out to be a lie? Unravel a murder mystery with the World Television Premiere of ‘Badla’ on Zee Cinema on 29th September at 12 pm
MUMBAI: ‘Kya main wohi che (6) dekh raha hoon jo tumne mujhe dikhaya, ya woh nau (9) jo mujhe dekhna chahiye’. Does this line entangle your mind wires? Well, that was the aim as appearances can be deceptive and so can the truth. This iconic dialogue perfectly encapsulates the premise of the Rs. 88 Cr box office hit and critically acclaimed crime thriller ‘Badla’.
Renowned filmmaker Sujoy Ghosh who has helmed suspense thrillers like Kahaani and Teen, tells the story of ‘Badla’ in a puzzling kind of way, letting the viewers think that they know what’s going on, but tears their expectation apart with a new shocking truth. Cleverly written thriller, Badla narrates the story of an accused lady who finds herself in a maze of situation and her only hope to get out of it is her lawyer. Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, Badla features Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu who will be seen in a lawyer and victim relationship once again. The films also stars Amrita Singh, Tony Luke, Manav Kaul, Denzil Smith, and Tanveer Ghani. Unravelling this murder mystery, Zee Cinema will air the World Television Premiere of Badla on Sunday, 29th September at 12pm.
Commenting on the World Television Premiere on Zee Cinema, Director Sujoy Ghosh said, "I am from a generation that witnessed television more than any other platform and with the movie being premiered on Zee Cinema, the movie will now reach out to a different set of audience who still religiously turn to the television for entertainment. Making Badla was a challenge as I had to take a story that I didn't want to change, but at the same time make it relevant to the Indian audience. Adding nuances like the commentary of the Mahabharata blended well with the story line and also helped convey the message of the film to different age groups. At the same time it also helped add context to the plot line."
On being a part of the film, Amitabh Bachchan who has been honoured with Dada Saheb Phalke award said, “I am truly delighted that my film ‘BADLA’ will be having its World Television Premiere on Zee Cinema on the 29th of September 2019 at 12pm. Working on this mystery thriller has been a most rewarding experience for me . Sujoy Ghosh the Director of the film needs to be given credit for putting this intricate tale in a most exciting and watchable manner. Taapsee, who has worked with me before, is a most accomplished artist, and it has been a joy to be working with her again. The writing the screen play and the camera work need special mention – they are responsible in giving this film its immense value .My wishes for the success of this venture on this special occasion.”
Commenting on her Character Naina in the movie, Taapsee Pannu said, “One of the biggest contributing factors for me to take the role was the way my character revealed the many layers of being a strong, self-made authoritative woman, who at the same time felt vulnerable. I love playing layered characters as it adds immensely to the plotline. Another highlight was the fact that this was the second time I was sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan-sir. I'd like to believe that Sujoy Sir saw a certain dynamics in us coming together again in the 'lawyer and client' relationship, and that gave the whole story so much more dimension. To sum it up, all I can say is that I have never done a film like this before in my career and I truly hope that the audience who missed it in theatres watches the World Television Premiere on Zee Cinema”
“Badla has proven that good stories irrespective of genre continue to attract viewers, it was great to see audiences accept Badla in a big way. The world television premiere of Badla on Zee Cinema will take the movie to a larger audience and we are excited to bring it to television after its immense success in movie theatres”, says Gaurav Verma, Chief revenue officer, Red Chillies Entertainment.
Ahead of the World Television Premiere of Badla on Zee Cinema, Ruchir Tiwari, Business Head, Zee Hindi Movies Cluster said, “Zee Cinema has always strived to bring to our audience content that is wholesome and entertaining. This very mantra sets us apart from the competition in the Hindi movies channel genre. Badla is one such film, where the plot is very engaging, as it gets the viewer involved. The audience looks for clues and wants to solve the mystery even before the movie ends. With a stellar star-cast, a tight script and beautiful cinematography, Badla is a movie that will keep the views at the edge of their seats making it a perfect weekend watch.”
Set against the backdrop of Glasgow’s icy air, Badla narrates the story of Naina Sethi (Taapsee Pannu), a dynamic young entrepreneur, who is under house arrest for a crime that according to her she hasn’t committed. Naina claims that she is being framed for it by someone hinting to Rani (Amrita Singh) who has been questioning Naina for her son's whereabouts. To prove her innocence, she hires Badal Gupta (Amitabh Bachchan), an attorney with a track record of winning every case in 40 years of his career. While he wants to win this case as well, he has only three hours to uncover the facts and prove Naina’s innocence. Hence, Badal tells Naina to pay attention to all the minute details and tell the truth behind the fateful night of the murder that took place in a locked room of a hotel. With the story unfolding, various characters and truth comes into light which will keep the viewers guessing about the real killer and their motive.
Will Naina be proved innocent? Why was she in a hotel room? Will Badal be able to figure out the truth?
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Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Premieres 14 Feb on Zee
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat world TV premiere 14 Feb at 8pm passion meets politics.
MUMBAI: Cupid’s arrow just got a plot twist and it’s heading straight for your TV screen. This Valentine’s Day, Zee Cinema is turning up the heat with the world television premiere of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, a raw, rule-breaking romantic drama that proves love doesn’t always come wrapped in roses.
Set to air on Saturday, 14 February at 8pm, the film stars Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa, directed by Milap Zaveri. It dives headfirst into obsession, heartbreak, and the kind of unconditional love that leaves scorch marks. Rane plays Vikramaditya, a powerful politician whose all-consuming passion for actress Adaa spirals into chaos when his feelings go unreturned unleashing a storm of emotion, misunderstanding, and life-altering consequences.
The timing couldn’t be sharper. Audiences are clearly craving intense love stories over sugar-coated ones, and this film taps straight into that vein. Harshvardhan Rane already has a loyal fanbase from his cult hit Sanam Teri Kasam, which cemented his status as the go-to guy for heart-wrenching romance especially among younger viewers who keep the film on repeat.
Milap Zaveri captured the film’s beating heart, “This film is about love that doesn’t follow rules. With Valentine’s Day being a time when audiences gravitate towards romantic narratives, the television premiere of Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat on Zee Cinema felt like the perfect fit. The continued love for intense romances shows there is a strong emotional appetite for such stories.”
Rane himself called it a story rooted in messy, honest emotion, “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat explores love in its most intense and vulnerable form where emotions are messy and deeply human. It’s a story that doesn’t shy away from passion or pain on Valentine’s Day making it even more special as it reflects the many shades of love people experience.”
Sonam Bajwa added her take, “Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is not a conventional love story, it’s raw, intense and emotional. Valentine’s Day is usually associated with happy romance but this film explores love in its most vulnerable form.”
So if your Valentine’s plans include more than chocolates and clichés, tune in to Zee Cinema at 8pm on 14 February. Because sometimes the most unforgettable love stories aren’t the ones that end neatly, they’re the ones that leave you questioning just how far passion can push before everything changes.
