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"Blue 52," A Film by Ali El Arabi That Blends Reality & Imagination Takes Viewers Behind The Scenes of The 2022 World Cup While Also Chronicling The Lives of The Labourers Who Built The Stadiums

Neha Dhupia and Adil Hussain will star in Egyptian director Ali El Arabi‘s upcoming drama “Blue 52,” about a young Indian soccer fan’s journey as a migrant worker to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.


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In El Arabi’s “Blue 52” Ashish endures his father’s isolating control on a remote island home in Kochi, India, but with his mother’s support, and lessons alongside inspiration from his late brother, he breaks free. Ashish embarks on a journey to meet his idol, Messi, at the World Cup in Qatar 22, leading him to face the world for the first time.

"Blue 52," which was intended to be a documentary, has finally completed production. El Arabi made a stir at virtual Sundance in 2021 with the documentary "Captains of Zaatari," about the football hopes of adolescent Syrian refugees.

Dhupia and Hussain play Ashish's mother and father, who live on an island in the Indian state of Kerala where Ashish (Yadav Shashidhar) lives in safety. The film's cinematographer is Egypt's Mahmoud Basher, who previously collaborated with El Arabi on "Captains of Zaatari."

"Blue 52," which combines reality and imagination, gives a behind-the-scenes look into the 2022 World Cup while portraying the lives of the people who built the stadiums.

"I aim to show the workers not just as people in the shadows, but as humans who have dreams, fears, and hopes that deserve to be acknowledged and seen," El Arabi's communiqué in a written statement. "It also becomes fascinating to have all these events take place in the backdrop of the FIFA World Cup, where our narrative featuring Ashish crosses paths with the real events as he witnesses Messi lifting his trophy and Ashish our actor becoming a part of the FIFA official music video."

"Blue 52" is produced by El Arabi through his Cairo and Los Angeles-based production and distribution firm Ambient Light, and executive produced by Tariq Al-Naama. Co-producers include Krysanne Katsoolis, Joe Matthews, and Katara Studios.

El Arabi's Ambient Light Films joined as co-producer on Mohamed Kordofani's "Goodbye Julia," Sudan's second-ever Academy Award international feature film submission, in May. The project is supported by Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o.







Merry Christmas Trailer: A Sneak Peek into the Exciting Thriller from Tips Films with Katrina Kaif & Vijay Sethupathi

20 December, 2023: Merry Christmas, directed by Sriram Raghvan and starring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, is shot in both Hindi and Tamil. The trailer for the film was eventually published today, December 20, after much delay.


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The film will be released on January 12, 2024. The Hindi version, which was shot in two languages simultaneously with different supporting actors, stars Sanjay Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Pratima Kannan, and Tinnu Anand.

The Tamil version of the film stars Radhika Sarathkumar, Shanmugaraja, Kavin Jay Babu, and Rajesh Williams. Both versions feature cameos by Radhika Apte and Ashwini Kalsekar.

Merry Christmas is set against a Christmas scene, when two strangers meet and connect at the same time. The clip begins with two mixer grinders, one containing peanuts and red chilies and the other containing a large number of pills.

The action then turns to Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi's characters, who meet on Christmas Eve and soon become embroiled in a series of dramatic events that land them in serious peril. Sanjay Kapoor also makes an appearance.

Sriram Raghavan, famed for his riveting thrillers such as Andhadhun, appears to be offering yet another edgy plot that is cryptic and pulpy. The chemistry between Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif is also refreshing.

Ramesh Taurani, Sanjay Routray, Jaya Taurani, and Kewal Garg created Merry Christmas.

The movie will be released on January 12, 2024.




Over One Lakh Fans Witnessed The Trailer of "Dunki" With The Legend Himself - Shah Rukh Khan's Seventh Sky-high Moment at The Burj Khalifa!

To take the ever-growing craze of 'Dunki' to the next level, Shah Rukh Khan has taken a promotional tour of the Burj Khalifa. The 'Dunki' trailer was shown on the Burj Khalifa, as is customary with SRK flicks. SRK was also spotted dancing to 'Lutt Putt Gaya' and 'O Maahi' rhythms. The spectacular event also included a breathtaking drone performance at the Burj Khalifa. The drone show certainly lights up the sky and provides viewers with a thrilling experience.


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Starting the promotional tour in Dubai, SRK has completely taken over the city with his charm. He paid a visit to VOX Cinemas Dubai, where he was greeted warmly by those involved in the 'Dunki' Day 1 marketing. SRK was also seen spreading his charm at the Global Village. To add to the excitement, the makers released the 'Dunki' Diaries, in which SRK Rajkumar Hirani and Taapsee Pannu are seen in a candid conversation, raising the stakes even higher. The audience was treated to some intriguing 'Dunki' anecdotes, while Rajkumar Hirani released the 'Banda' song as a surprise for Hardy's character for SRK.




As Shah Rukh Khan's forthcoming film 'Dunki' prepares for release this week, the superstar has commented on the film's promotional journey. While the audience's excitement is already at an all-time high, SRK is on a constant mission to disseminate his charm over the world.

'Dunki' has an ensemble cast that includes Shah Rukh Khan, Boman Irani, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Vikram Kochhar, and Anil Grover, as well as other renowned performers. Dunki, a JIO Studios, Red Chillies Entertainment, and Rajkumar Hirani Films production, will be released on 21st December 2023. It was written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani, and Kanika Dhillon.




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