Saturday, August 30, 2014
'Mary Kom' declared tax free in Maharashtra
The biopic on Indian Olympic boxer Mary Kom starring Priyanka Chopra has been declared tax free in Maharashtra.
The film has been produced by filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
"It is wonderful news. We have a compelling story to tell of a strong, determined woman who has done the nation proud. It is our tribute to all the unsung sports people who give so much to see the Indian flag flying high. If this can act as a catalyst of hope for them, then its something we can all be proud of," Priyanka, who is playing the five-time world champion in 'Mary Kom' said in a statement here.
"We are grateful to Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat and government of Maharashtra for lending their support to the film. This exemption right from release day will allow large segments of society to experience the spirit of magnificent Mary," Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures (producer) said.
While Bhansali's spokesperson said the tax free status will encourage audience to recognise and support the spirit of the film.
Based on the true story of Mary Kom, the biopic chronicles the journey of a woman boxer who gave up her sporting career when it was at its peak to embrace the joy of motherhood. After giving birth to two beautiful children, she made her comeback in the ring and went on to become both a stronger woman and a stronger boxer.
The film directed by Omung Kumar is set to release on September 5.
Earlier, various state governments including Maharashtra, Bihar, UP and others had granted tax exemption to Farhan Akhtar starrer 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', a biopic on legendary athlete Milkha Singh.
The film has been produced by filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
"It is wonderful news. We have a compelling story to tell of a strong, determined woman who has done the nation proud. It is our tribute to all the unsung sports people who give so much to see the Indian flag flying high. If this can act as a catalyst of hope for them, then its something we can all be proud of," Priyanka, who is playing the five-time world champion in 'Mary Kom' said in a statement here.
"We are grateful to Revenue Minister Balasaheb Thorat and government of Maharashtra for lending their support to the film. This exemption right from release day will allow large segments of society to experience the spirit of magnificent Mary," Ajit Andhare, COO, Viacom18 Motion Pictures (producer) said.
While Bhansali's spokesperson said the tax free status will encourage audience to recognise and support the spirit of the film.
Based on the true story of Mary Kom, the biopic chronicles the journey of a woman boxer who gave up her sporting career when it was at its peak to embrace the joy of motherhood. After giving birth to two beautiful children, she made her comeback in the ring and went on to become both a stronger woman and a stronger boxer.
The film directed by Omung Kumar is set to release on September 5.
Earlier, various state governments including Maharashtra, Bihar, UP and others had granted tax exemption to Farhan Akhtar starrer 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag', a biopic on legendary athlete Milkha Singh.
Raja Natwarlal starts weak
Emraan Hasmi’s latest offering Raja Natwarlal has opened with an average occupancy of 25-30% which is low for an Emraan Hashmi film. According to ongoing trends the film is expected to collect 5 to 6 crores approx on the first day. Raja Natwarlal is facing tough competition from Rani Mukherji’s Mardaani that has banked a total of 28.72 crores worldwide in a week from its release. Given that it’s a festive weekend, Raja Natwarlal is expected to gain momentum tomorrow and day after.
Meanwhile, Singham Returns has minted a whopping 156.79 crores in 2 weeks from it release. It's a big super hit all the way.
Bollywood Actress Oops Moments !!
Bollywood actress who usually show off their fashionable side at events or clicked at the parties, sometime miss on their fashion statement and this becomes a fashion blunder. A glimpse of such celebrities who were clicked in see through outfits,In today’s collection we will bring the hot collection of Actresses OOPS Moment. In these pics all actresses wear short dresses and due to unwanted circumstances they reveal a bit more to the audience..
- See more at: http://bollywoodglitz24.blogspot.in/2014/07/bollywood-actress-oops-moments_22.html#sthash.vgE1SVD4.dpuf
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