A five-member international hacking crime ring stole more than 25,000 files for Hollywood movies and TV shows and illegally offered hundreds of them for sale online, according to U.S. law enforcement officials.
A federal grand jury in L.A. on Wednesday (Dec. 12) indicted five men, identified as residing in the U.K., India, Dubai and Malaysia, on seven criminal charges each for conduct alleged to span early 2013 to the spring of 2015.
U.S. investigators said the defendants allegedly stole or illegally copied copies of movies and TV shows including: “Fifty Shades of Grey” (pictured above), “The Expendables 3,” “Kingsman: The Secret Service,” “Godzilla,” “How to Train Your Dragon 2,” “Horrible Bosses 2,” “The Walking Dead,” “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” “X-Men: Days of Future Past” and “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.” They then offered to sell purloined titles prior to their official release or the same day as their U.
A federal grand jury in L.A. on Wednesday (Dec. 12) indicted five men, identified as residing in the U.K., India, Dubai and Malaysia, on seven criminal charges each for conduct alleged to span early 2013 to the spring of 2015.
U.S. investigators said the defendants allegedly stole or illegally copied copies of movies and TV shows including: “Fifty Shades of Grey” (pictured above), “The Expendables 3,” “Kingsman: The Secret Service,” “Godzilla,” “How to Train Your Dragon 2,” “Horrible Bosses 2,” “The Walking Dead,” “The Amazing Spider-Man 2,” “X-Men: Days of Future Past” and “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.” They then offered to sell purloined titles prior to their official release or the same day as their U.
- 12/14/2018
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Mumbai, July 7: Mohit Suri was in search of new faces for "Aashiqui 2", but the idea turned out to be a disaster. He not only had to zero in on Shraddha Kapoor and Aditya Raj Kapoor for the film, but the project got delayed as well.
"The talent hunt was the reason for the delay. May be I am a little choosy, but the people we were looking from talent hunt, did not match the character," Suri told Ians.
He admits he hasn't settled.
"The talent hunt was the reason for the delay. May be I am a little choosy, but the people we were looking from talent hunt, did not match the character," Suri told Ians.
He admits he hasn't settled.
- 7/7/2012
- by Smith Cox
- RealBollywood.com
This week's new releases are the Ashu Trikha directed Mithun-Ranjeeta starrer, Zindagi Tere Naam and Marukh Mirza's Aditya Raj Kapoor starrer, Say Yes To Love. As both the films have not been promoted extensively and additionally look more a product from the 80s and 90s, neither of the two is expected to achieve anything significant at the box-office. Additionally, Vidya Balan's one week old Kahaani will be the tale that everyone will be tuned in to, even this Friday!
- 3/15/2012
- GlamSham
Isi Life Mein...! directed by debutante Vidhi Kasliwal, who has assisted Sooraj Barjatya and Kaushik Ghatak, and penned the story too, has completed the last schedule of shoot on 18th Aug 2010. The film has a fresh look introducing Akshay Oberoi and Sandeepa Dhar. Mohnish Bahl, Prachi shah, Aditya Raj Kapoor plays important roles in the film. The film is produced by Kamal Kumar Barjatya, Rajkumar Barjatya, Ajit Kumar Barjatya. The associate producers of the film are Sooraj R. Barj...
- 8/19/2010
- GlamSham
Debutant actor Aditya Raj Kapoor is apparently mighty upset with his debut movie, Chase, with Anuj Kapoor and Udita Goswami. Better known as yesteryear’s blue-eyed hero Shammi Kapoor’s son, Aditya is not happy about the fact that someone else dubbed for him in the movie where he played the villain. Though the film got wiped out of cinema halls within two days of release, Aditya is still known to be sulking about it. Never mind! ...
- 5/20/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
At a time when younger actors are entering the industry, this Kapoor scion chose to make his debut at 53. Son of legendary actor, Shammi Kapoor, Aditya Raj Kapoor opted to venture into acting under the direction of old friends, Surendra Verma and Jagmohan Mundra with Mumbai 118 and Chase. On his choice of debut, Kapoor answers, “Jagmohan is an old friend and wanted someone different for the grey character of the industrialist. I chose it because I didn’t want to act or perform like a regular villain. I liked Jag’s approach and was happy ...
- 5/1/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
April 23, 2010:Anuuj Saxsena was a big hit with the audiences on the small screen. He will soon be seen showing his acting prowess in the forthcoming movie “Chase”.”Chase” is the first independent venture of Maverick Production Pvt.Ltd directed by Jagmohan Mundhra. The main star casts of the movie are Anuuj Saxsena, Udita Goswami, Samir Kocchar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar and Shweta Menon. Recently we caught hold of Anuuj Saxsena and interviewed him on his forthcoming movies. Excerpts-
You have acted in “Chase” as.
You have acted in “Chase” as.
- 4/23/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
April 22, 2010:Actor Samir Kocchar is making the headlines these days as his movie “Chase” will be releasing soon and he is also seen hosting Ipl-3 on Set Max .He is also seen on the stadiums interviewing cricketers. “Chase” is the first independent venture of Maverick Production Private Limited. The movie is directed by Jagmohan Mundhra and the star-cast are Anuuj Saxena, Udita Goswami, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar, and Shweta Menon. Recently we caught hold of Samir Kocchar and asked him about his forthcoming movie “Chase”. Excerpts
Tell us something.
Tell us something.
- 4/22/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Aditya Raj Kapoor, son of veteran actor Shammi Kapoor sounds coy when you talk to him these days. The reason: Aditya is blushing at the praise his dad and his family members are showering on him for his debut act. Speaking to Glamsham, the actor says, "My family is gung ho about my film Chase. Especially my dad. He praised me for my performance and thinks that I have a great actor hidden in me. Though my debut comes quite late, but it is no less than a celebration for all of us...
- 4/15/2010
- GlamSham
April 14, 2010: Veteran actor Shammi Kapoor’s son Aditya Raj Kapoor is all set to make a comeback with Maverick Production’s film “Chase” directed by Jag Mohan Mundhra releasing on 29th April. The film star cast includes Anuj Saxena, Udita Goswami, Tarina Patel, Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar, Sanjay Mishra and Shweta Menon.
Aditya Raj Kapoor is playing an industrialist in the film and his character has gray shades. Aditya has also directed films like “Shamaal”, “Sambar Salsa” and “Don’t stop dreaming” in the past.
Aditya.
Aditya Raj Kapoor is playing an industrialist in the film and his character has gray shades. Aditya has also directed films like “Shamaal”, “Sambar Salsa” and “Don’t stop dreaming” in the past.
Aditya.
- 4/14/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Bollywood legend Shammi Kapoor's son Aditya Raj Kapoor says 2010 will be the Kapoor family's year of revival because he himself is set to appear in the new film Chase and cousin Randhir Kapoor too makes a comeback with Housefull. "This is the year of revival of the Kapoor family as Randhir is also making his comeback with Housefull on the same day as Chase. Two Kapoors on the same day is big business. All of us are very excited," Aditya told Ians in an interview. In Jagmohan Mundhra's Chase, 53-year-old Aditya plays an industrialist with grey shades. He ...
- 4/14/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
New Delhi, April 14 – Bollywood legend Shammi Kapoor’s son Aditya Raj Kapoor says 2010 will be the Kapoor family’s year of revival because he himself is set to appear in the new film ‘Chase’ and cousin Randhir Kapoor too makes a comeback with ‘Housefull’.
‘This is the year of revival of the Kapoor family as Randhir is also making his comeback with ‘Housefull’ on the same day as ‘Chase’. Two Kapoors on the same day is big business. All of us are very excited,’.
‘This is the year of revival of the Kapoor family as Randhir is also making his comeback with ‘Housefull’ on the same day as ‘Chase’. Two Kapoors on the same day is big business. All of us are very excited,’.
- 4/14/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Veteran actor Shammi Kapoor's son Aditya Raj Kapoor is all set to make a comeback with Maverick Production's film Chase directed by Jag Mohan Mundhra which is releasing on 29th April 2010. The film star cast includes Anuuj, Udita Goswami, Tarina Patel, Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar, Sanjay Mishra and Shweta Menon. Aditya Raj Kapoor is playing an industrialist in the film and his character has gray shades. Aditya has directed films like Sham...
- 4/6/2010
- GlamSham
Maverick Production's film "Chase" directed by Jag Mohan Mundhra is scheduled to release on 30th April 2010. .Chase. is an edge of the seat thriller which will keep the audience glued to their seats till the end.The film.s lead pair is Anuj Saxena and Udita Goswami and supporting cast includes Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar, Sanjay Mishra and Shweta Menon. Maverick Productions has a very interesting line up of films both Hindi and Regional which they will announce soon.Anuj Saxena launched his production House in 2005, he aptly named it Maverick which suites his persona to the T. True to its name Maverick Productions has not limited itself only as a film making company but is involved in anything and everything to do with Entertainment. Maverick has successfully produced T V Serials, Ad Films and Events.Maverick started with a bang and presented...
- 3/22/2010
- Filmicafe
Maverick Production's film Chase, directed by Jag Mohan Mundhra is scheduled to release on 30th April 2009. The film's lead pair is Anuj Saxena & Udita Goswami and supporting cast includes Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar, Sanjay Mishra and Shweta Menon. Chase is an edge of the seat thriller, which will keep the audience glued to their seats till the end. Maverick Productions has a very interesting line up of films both in Hindi and Region...
- 3/9/2010
- GlamSham
Once-upon-a-time television actor Anuj Saxena is busy chasing his Bollywood dream with his launch pad film, ‘Chase’. ‘
Chase’ is the first independent project of the production house owned by the actor. The film is directed by Provoke fame Jagmohan Mundhara. Apart from the TV actor, it also stars sensuous Udita Goswami, Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Rajesh Khattar, Shweta Menon and Tarina Patel.
Film is about a common man who accidentally happens to witness something that causes trouble in his life. Initially, he runs for his life from those powerful forces, but finally decides.
Chase’ is the first independent project of the production house owned by the actor. The film is directed by Provoke fame Jagmohan Mundhara. Apart from the TV actor, it also stars sensuous Udita Goswami, Samir Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Rajesh Khattar, Shweta Menon and Tarina Patel.
Film is about a common man who accidentally happens to witness something that causes trouble in his life. Initially, he runs for his life from those powerful forces, but finally decides.
- 8/13/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Doctor turned actor Anuj Saxena is back to what he loves best acting. He would be seen as the hero in “Chase” being directed by Provoked fame director Jag Mohan Mundhra. The film is an out an out thriller and also stars Udita Goswami, Sameer Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar and Shweta Menon.
Anuj is best remembered for the role of Abhay Kapoor in Kkusum on Sony. The actor has launched his official website. The website provides all the information about him. “Having a personal website is a good way to connect to audiences and fans in the age of Internet”,.
Anuj is best remembered for the role of Abhay Kapoor in Kkusum on Sony. The actor has launched his official website. The website provides all the information about him. “Having a personal website is a good way to connect to audiences and fans in the age of Internet”,.
- 5/1/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Maverick Productions Pvt. Ltd.’s film which had “Begunah” as the working title has been named “Chase”. It’s Maverick’s first independent production.
Anuj Saxena is playing the main lead. The film is an out an out thriller. The film also stars Udita Goswami. Sameer Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar and Shweta Menon. It is being directed by well Know “Provoked” fame director Jag Mohan Mundhra. The film is 75% complete. The last schedule of the film will happen in May.
The Feature films Division of Maverick, is fast emerging as one of the fastest.
Anuj Saxena is playing the main lead. The film is an out an out thriller. The film also stars Udita Goswami. Sameer Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar and Shweta Menon. It is being directed by well Know “Provoked” fame director Jag Mohan Mundhra. The film is 75% complete. The last schedule of the film will happen in May.
The Feature films Division of Maverick, is fast emerging as one of the fastest.
- 4/20/2009
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
After successfully releasing film Aloo Chaat, which starred Aftab Shivdasani & Aamna Shariff in the leads, Maverick Productions Pvt. Ltd. is now working on its first independent production called Chase. Initially Begunah was kept as its working title but later on the crew found title Chase more apt and they immediately made the changes. Anuj Saxena is playing the main lead is this out-an-out thriller. The film also stars Udita Goswami, Sameer Kochar, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Tarina Patel, Rajesh Khattar and Shweta Menon....
- 4/16/2009
- GlamSham
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