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Aparna Purohit quits Prime Video as head of originals
Purohit had joined Prime Video in January 2016 as head of creative development. She was elevated to head of India Originals in April 2019. In November 2022, her role was expanded to include Southeast Asia, apart from India.
Prime Video unveils 69 Indian shows, Varun Dhawan's 'Citadel' & Ananya Pandey's 'Call Me Bae' in line-up
The streamer unveiled a total of 27 new shows across Hindi, Tamil and Telugu languages; five returning series, including new seasons of "Pataal Lok" and "Mirzapur"; eight original movies, including Boman Irani's directorial debut "The Mehta Boys" and "Chhorii 2" with Nushrratt Bharuccha; and 29 features that will be available on Prime Video post their theatrical run.
From 'Mirzapur 3' to 'Citadel: Honey Bunny': Here is Amazon Prime Video's 2024 new OTT line-up
Amazon Prime Video has unveiled an exciting line-up for Indian audiences, including diverse original series, returning favourites like 'Mirzapur 3' and 'Panchayat', premiere original movies, and post-theatrical releases of blockbuster hits. Aparna Purohit, Head of Originals for India and Southeast Asia, highlighted the platform's global reach and expansion efforts.
Prime Video India to release 70 series, movies over next two years
Prime Video's upcoming originals feature a diverse slate of series and movies in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, showcasing local stories and movies across languages, including thrillers, dramas, comedies, and musical dramas.
Director Rohit Shetty says 'Indian Police Force' will have everything his cop universe films has
Rohit Shetty is set to make his OTT debut with the show 'Indian Police Force', featuring Siddharth Malhotra, Shilpa Shetty, and Vivek Oberoi.
Women hold 13% of Director/CXO positions in Top 25 M&E firms: Report
This year saw industry leaders, including studio heads, filmmakers, actors, and more come forward to lay down actionable steps toward improving female representation in their personal and professional capacities. These pledges are expected to serve as guardrails that can guide the entire industry.
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'Indian Police Force' premiere date announced: Rohit Shetty's debut OTT series to release on Prime Video in January
Filmmaker Rohit Shetty's series 'Indian Police Force' will premiere globally on Prime Video on January 19, 2024. The seven-part action series is a homage to Indian police officers and features Sidharth Malhotra as a cop, along with other notable actors.
Govt’s big leg-up for Startup Inc; Antler India closes Rs 500 crore maiden fund
The government is revving up in a big way to achieve India’s startup ambitions. A detailed plan is in the works to energise the ecosystem and remove all impediments to investment in the sector, we’re told. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
'It's always the story': Alia Bhatt reveals her brand investment strategy
Alia, also the founder and sole investor of children's clothing brand Ed-a-Mamma, said she will always be a storyteller first.
‘Not interested to play Ajay Devgn’s mother’: Madhoo calls out ageism in Bollywood
The 54-year-old said played strong female characters on screen in films like Mani Ratnam's 'Roja' (1992), 'Annayya' and 'Yodha'. She then decided to shift her focus to Hindi films as she was living in Mumbai.
Kangana Ranaut reveals 'Tiku Weds Sheru's original cast included her & late actor Irrfan
Ranaut, who is producing the movie via her Manikarnika Films, said the project was previously titled 'Divine Lovers'.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui's next, 'Tiku Weds Sheru' to premiere at Amazon Prime Video on June 23
Directed by Sai Kabir Shrivastav, the movie features Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Avneet Kaur in lead roles.
Modern Love Chennai: Amazon Prime Video announces release date; Here’s all you need to know
The Tamil version of Modern Love, called Modern Love Chennai, is scheduled to be released online soon. Prime Video, the streaming service, has announced on which date the third Indian adaptation of the popular show will premiere on the platform.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu joins cast of Prime Video's Indian installment of 'Citadel'
The show will also star Varun Dhawan.
Shahid Kapoor-Vijay Sethupathi’s crime thriller ‘Farzi’ will be available on Prime Video from Feb 10
'Farzi' marks the OTT debut of both the stars.
SC grants anticipatory bail to Amazon Prime Video's India head Aparna Purohit
A Bench of justices Sanjiv Khanna and MM Sundresh granted the relief after noting that Purohit has been cooperating in the investigation.
SC grants anticipatory bail to Amazon Prime Video's India head Aparna Purohit
"In view of the statement made, we confirm the interim order and direct that in the event of the appellant Aparna Purohit being arrested, she shall be released on bail by the arresting officer/trial court on terms and conditions to be fixed by the trial court," it said.
Abhishek Bachchan-starrer 'Breathe: Into the Shadows' set for Nov 9 premiere on Prime Video
The upcoming eight-episode original series is co-created and directed by Mayank Sharma.
Prime Video's Telugu original 'Ammu' starring Aishwarya Lekshmi to debut on October 19
It traces the thrilling transformation of a woman from being a victim of domestic violence to overcoming her internal conflicts
Season three of Amazon hit series 'Four More Shots Please!' to debut on October 21
Producer Pritish Nandy said the show's team has worked harder to produce a power-packed season three.
Madhuri Dixit Nene to star in Amazon's first original desi movie 'Maja Ma'
Earlier this year, the actress made her OTT debut with Netflix's web series 'The Fame Game'.
Juhi Chawla, Ayesha Jhulka make OTT debut with Hush Hush. See when and where to watch
Along with Juhi Chawla, Ayesha Jhulka makes her OTT debut with the dramatic thriller series Hush Hush on Amazon Prime Video. It will be released on September 22.
Women hold just 10% senior leadership roles in Indian media & entertainment industry: Ormax Media report
As per the report, out of the 56 theatrical films analysed across languages, not even one was directed or edited by a woman. Even in media and entertainment corporate houses, that are at the centre of decision-making, only 10% of senior leadership roles were held by women, having a cascading effect on inclusivity through the production and execution chain.
Prime Video's hit comedy 'Comicstaan' season 3 to premiere on July 15
The show returns with a "reinvigorated format" with eight contestants.
Tamil original series 'Suzhal - The Vortex' to premiere on Prime Video on June 17
The series is produced by Wallwatcher Films and directed by Bramma and Anucharan M.
Amazon Prime Video's Tamil anthology 'Putham Pudhu Kaalai Vidiyaadhaa' to premiere on Jan 14
It's the second instalment of the Tamil anthology 'Putham Pudhu Kaalai'.
SC protects Amazon's Purohit from arrest, says govt OTT guidelines lack teeth
The bench made the protection conditional on her cooperation with the investigation. She's facing two firs one in Lucknow and another in greater Noida regarding the alleged anti-Hindu references in the series.
Tandav case: Allahabad HC rejects anticipatory bail of Amazon India original content head
While the bench disqualified Aparna Purohit for the bail saying she had not been cooperating with the investigation, he held that the scenes in question had portrayed Hindu Gods and Goddesses in a "cheap and objectionable way" and that the accused could not be absolved of this offence by tendering an apology or withdrawing the scenes.
Released from jail, Purohit attends court
Speaking to reporters outside the court, his wife Aparna said Purohit's release nearly nine years after his arrest was an emotional moment for the family.
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