Mumbai, July 27 (IANS) The makers have released the highly anticipated trailer for the second season of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’, showcasing unseen glimpses of the legendary Rings, magical creatures, upcoming battles, and the Dark Lord Sauron’s growing evil influence across Middle-earth.

The three-minute and 40-second action-packed video revolves around the long-feared reemergence of the legendary villain Sauron, heralding the return of darkness and evil to Middle-earth after many years of hard-fought peace among all its realms.

The trailer also highlights the creation of more of the titular Rings of Power, forged with the aid of Sauron’s powers of deception and manipulation.

Sharing the trailer, the makers wrote: “Beware the promise of gifts. The Rings of Power returns August 29 on Amazon Prime Video.”

In the new season, Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without an army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will.

The show is produced by showrunners and executive producers J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay.

The cast includes Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Robert Aramayo, Maxim Baldry, Morfydd Clark, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Charles Edwards, Trystan Gravelle, Sam Hazeldine, Ema Horvath, Tyroe Muhafidin, Sophia Nomvete, Lloyd Owen, Megan Richards, Charlie Vickers, Benjamin Walker, and Daniel Weyman.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ Season 2 will premiere on Prime Video on August 29.

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Mumbai, July 27 (IANS) Filmmaker duo Raj & DK are gearing up to bring their first action-fantasy series, ‘Rakt Bramhand – The Bloody Kingdom’, which they describe as ‘uncharted territory’, making it all the more thrilling for them.

The makers took to social media and shared the announcement, dropping an intriguing poster featuring a massive bejeweled throne with blood spots.

The post was captioned: “We’ve got BIGGGGG news that’ll stir your blood! We’re pumped to announce our first ever action-fantasy series… now filming.”

The series promises a gripping, edgy narrative set against the backdrop of a fantastical kingdom, complete with bloody action and spectacular visuals.

For this project, Raj & DK have partnered with director Rahi Anil Barve and long-time collaborator Sita R. Menon, under their production company, D2R Films.

In a statement, Raj & DK said: “This is uncharted territory, which makes it all the more thrilling for us. Our goal is to develop a fictional world that is both original and reminiscent of the fantastical tales we have heard in our childhood.”

“We are having an amazing time working with the very talented Rahi and our uber versatile partner Sita to bring this unique vision to life. Working with Netflix has been excellent, and we have their enthusiastic support to back the unconventional vision for Rakt Bramhand,” they added.

Monika Shergill, Vice President of Content at Netflix India, added: “After the outstanding success of the genre-bending ‘Guns & Gulaabs’, we’re thrilled to team up with the masterful duo of Raj & DK for another defining series. ‘Rakt Bramhand – The Bloody Kingdom’ will be Netflix India’s first-ever mega action-fantasy series and is set to redefine the genre by combining grand-scale action with a thrilling storyline.”

The announcement of the official cast will be made soon by the makers.

‘Rakt Bramhand – The Bloody Kingdom’ will be streaming on Netflix soon.

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New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Model-actress Malaika Arora on Friday turned muse for fashion designer Siddartha Tytler as she walked the ramp for his collection at the FDCI India Couture Week.

Malaika upped the hotness quotient in a black and golden glittering lehenga.

For makeup, the ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ girl went all glam with glossy lips, golden eyeshadow, kohl-rimmed eyes, and contoured cheeks.

Her long tresses were left open with a silver tiara as the hair accessory. She opted for silver bangles and matching ‘jhumkas’ to round off the look.

Actor Rahul Khanna too walked the ramp for Tytler’s collection wearing a black velvety sherwani.

Tytler launched his fashion brand in 2002, and his collection exudes sophistication and elegance, boasting ensembles that showcase interesting structures, bold colours, and sharp cuts.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Malaika has been the judge on reality shows like ‘India’s Best Dancer’, ‘MTV Supermodel of the Year’, and ‘India’s Got Talent’.

She last featured in the show ‘Moving in with Malaika’.

On the other hand, Rahul made his Bollywood debut with Deepa Mehta’s ‘1947 Earth’ (1999) alongside Aamir Khan and Nandita Das.

He has since been a part of projects like ‘Elaan’, ‘Raqeeb’, ‘Tahaan’, ‘Love Aaj Kal’, and most recently, ‘Lost’.

Rahul also featured in the dystopian series ‘Leila’ starring Huma Qureshi in the lead.

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Mumbai, July 26 (IANS) The upcoming mythology show ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’ will follow the story of Adi Kavi Narsinh Mehta and his devotion to Lord Krishna.

The show stars Neelu Vaghela, Krishna Bhardwaj, Paresh Bhatt, and Hitu Kanodia. ‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’ is a regional show that tells a rooted story from the west coast of India.

The makers of the show organised a media event at a hotel in the Vastrapur of Ahmedabad. The lead actors of the show Krishna Bhardwaj and Paresh Bhatt were dressed in the outfits of their respective characters for the event.

Actor Krishna Bhardwaj, who essays the role of Lord Krishna in the show, shared: “Stepping into the divine shoes of Lord Krishna for Shyam Dhun Lagi Re is a profound honour. This role allows me to connect deeply with the rich spiritual heritage and cultural essence of Gujarat. Colors Gujarati’s commitment to delivering ‘Assal Gujarati Nu Assal Entertainment’ is evident in the meticulous production and heartfelt storytelling of this show.”

He further mentioned, “I am thrilled to bring to life the cherished tales of Lord Krishna and his devotee Narsinh Mehta, hoping to inspire and touch the hearts of our audience.”

‘Shyam Dhun Lagi Re’ will premiere on Colors Gujarati.

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Mumbai, July 26 (IANS) The upcoming show ‘United State Of Gujarat’, which stars Sana Shaikh and Raj Anadkat, tells the story of a girl who returns to her homeland in Dwarka from the USA to bridge the gap between her mother and her grandmother.

The show is set against the backdrop of Dwarka and is an engaging family drama that promises to take viewers on a captivating journey across continents, exploring the lives and experiences of the global Gujarati diaspora.

The show also stars Ami Trivedi, Ragini Shah, Apara Mehta, Vandana Vithalani, and others, and blends tradition with emotion, encapsulating the essence of ‘Vatt Thi Gujarati’ (born in Gujarat) versus ‘Dil Thi Gujarati’ (heart that beats for Gujarat).

The makers of the show organised a media event at a hotel in the Vastrapur of Ahmedabad. The lead actors of the show were dressed in the outfits of their respective characters for the event.

Talking about the show, Raj Anadkat said: “I am thrilled to be back on TV with a vibrant and flamboyant character, Keshav. Gujarati fans will definitely love this character and the show which boasts of Gujarati culture and traditions – assal Gujarati nu assal entertainment che. Working with COLORS Gujarati is going to be a great experience and I’m grateful for this opportunity.”

‘United State Of Gujarat’ will premiere on Colors Gujarati.

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