Balasaheb Thackeray's much-awaited biopic

Balasaheb Thackeray's much-awaited biopic will not release in Pakistan

Making the headlines and taking the nation by storm we have Thackeray the much-awaited biopic releasing today. Ever-since the trailer was launched the film has created sensation for its robust narrative and hard-hitting portrayal of Balasaheb Thackeray. Owing to the patriotic believes Balasaheb had, the film is slated to release PAN India and will not see the theatrical opening in Pakistan.

Directed by AbhijitPanse, the biopic highlights the journey of the 'Man' who bravely stood up for his fellow Indians and brought evolution amidst the prevailing crisis. The film is sure to recreate the era where the 'Tiger' ruled for good.

Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Dr. ShrikantBhasi, Mrs. Varsha Sanjay Raut, Ms. Purvashi Sanjay Raut& Ms. Vidhita Sanjay Raut, the movie is slated to release today on January 25th, 2019 in Marathi & Hindi.

Thackeray's new song "Saheb Tu Sarkar Tu" OUT NOW

Thackeray's new song "Saheb Tu Sarkar Tu" OUT NOW

A tribute, a celebration, a dedication. Remembering Balasaheb on his 93rd Birth Anniversary with the new song "Saheb Tu Sarkar Tu". 

Please find below the link to watch the song now:

http://bit.ly/Thackeray-SahebTu   

Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Dr. Shrikant Bhasi, Mrs. Varsha Sanjay Raut, Ms. Purvashi Sanjay Raut & Ms. Vidhita Sanjay Raut, the movie is slated to release on January 25th, 2019 in Marathi & Hindi.

Check out Jackie Shroff talk about the legend Balasaheb Thackeray

 Check out Jackie Shroff talk about the legend Balasaheb Thackeray

Let your work speak for yourself', this was one of the golden teachings of Balasaheb Thackeray.   

Check out Jackie Shroff talk about the legend Balasaheb Thackeray in the video below:

http://bit.ly/Thackeray-JackieShroff

Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Dr. Shrikant Bhasi, Mrs. Varsha Sanjay Raut, Ms. Purvashi Sanjay Raut & Ms. Vidhita Sanjay Raut, the movie is slated to release on January 25th, 2019 in Marathi & Hindi.

Playing Balasaheb has been a once in a lifetime opportunity

Playing Balasaheb has been a once in a lifetime opportunity – Nawazuddin Siddiqui

 As an actor, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has come a long way from supporting cast in Sarfarosh (1999) to becoming one of the biggest actors in India today. At the trailer launch of the Balasaheb Thackeray biopic, Thackeray, helmed by Sanjay Raut, Nawazuddin Siddiqui spoke about essaying the most difficult role of his career. “When I first heard that I am doing the role of Balasaheb Thackeray, it felt like the best moment of my life! This has been the most challenging role for me,” said the National Award-winning actor.

It goes without saying that portraying the role of one of the most potent and influential men of the country, would come with its own hurdles. But looking at Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s onscreen aplomb, one cannot gauge the kind of effort that must have gone into the prepping for this role. As they started to shoot, and as Nawazuddin Siddiqui got into the skin of the character, and saw a sea of people shouting Balasaheb Thackeray’s name, he grew anxious. Giving us a candid insight, he shared, “I couldn’t ever imagine the difficulty this role would offer and I started growing nervous with time. The director helped me ease into the role while we were shooting.”

“Balasaheb’s personality is so imposing that one can only try to live up to it. It has been a tremendous opportunity for me as an actor and I am ever thankful to Sanjay Raut,” added Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays the Shiv Sena Supremo in Thackeray alongside Amrita Rao who will portray Meenatai Thackeray, with a team of dedicated national and international award-winning technicians. Presented by Sanjay Raut, produced by Raut’ers Entertainment LLP, Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Carnival Motion Pictures, directed by Abhijit Panse, Thackeray is slated for a worldwide release on January 25, 2019.

Within two minutes I decided to cast

“Within two minutes I decided to cast Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Balasaheb Thackeray’’ – Sanjay Raut

 Thackeray, based on the life of the Shiv Sena Supremo - Balasaheb Thackeray, saw its newly released trailer trending on YouTube, with over 10 million hits. Firebrand Journalist-MP and man behind the film, Sanjay Raut, divulged that the casting for the role of Balasaheb took barely two minutes.

“Once while I was traveling, I watched Freaky Ali, where Nawazuddin Siddiqui played a golfer. I had already seen it before but I started watching it again, only to realize that Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s face can be made to look like Balasaheb,” said Sanjay Raut, who is also the writer of the film.

Sanjay Raut averred that before casting Nawazuddin Siddiqui, he wanted to see his style and gestures. In a matter of moments, Sanjay Raut was convinced. “I called him at a hotel and I observed his style and gait. And within minutes, I told him that I am making the ‘Thackeray’ biopic and he is playing Balasaheb Thackeray,” continued Sanjay Raut.

Thackeray is slated for a worldwide release on January 25, 2019, Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays the Shiv Sena Supremo alongside Amrita Rao who will portray Meenatai Thackeray. Thackeray is directed by Abhijit Panse, presented by Sanjay Raut, produced by Raut’ers Entertainment LLP, Viacom18 Motion Pictures and Carnival Motion Pictures

Carnival Cinemas introduces Shiv Vada pav on its FNB (Food and Beverages) list across India

Carnival Cinemas introduces Shiv Vada pav on its FNB (Food and Beverages) list across India

Carnival Cinemas, the multiplex chain in India is spicing up with the most popular snack chain, Shiv Vada Pav. The multiplex chain has recently integrated the snack into its FNB (Food and Beverages) list making it consumption-available across 72 properties in India.

Launched by Balasaheb Thackeray and the patrons of Shiv Sena Party, Shiv vada pav was launched in 2009 for generating employment for Maharashtrian youth. The trailer of the much-awaited biopic on Balasaheb Thackeray has already created storm across verticals, Carnival Cinemas, on the other hand, takes pride to introduce Shiv Vada pav into its business plan.

‘Thackeray’ narrates the life journey of the Late Balasaheb Thackery who like a true leader fought for equality for his fellow Maharashtrians. He initiated Shiv Vada pav teaching the unemployed youth how to make the vada pavs and earn living for themselves. Carnival Cinemas now have these vada pavs available at its FNB (Food and Beverages) counters and is thrilled by the association with the brand ‘Thackeray’.

Produced by Viacom18 Motion Pictures, Dr. Shrikant Bhasi, Mrs. Varsha Sanjay Raut, Ms. Purvashi Sanjay Raut & Ms. Vidhita Sanjay Raut, the movie is slated to release on January 25th, 2019 in Marathi & Hindi.