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However there is a town in the state of Uttar Pradesh which saw the film opening to an excellent response and that is at the Meenakhi Theatre of Aligarh city. Despite Ramzan the film has seen almost full houses on the opening day and the reason is the presence of not one but three nearby villages which share the same name as the film, Peepli, which are in nearby Khair, Atrauli and Lodha townships
The villagers are turning up in hordes to watch the film. They are very happy that a film has been named after their village. The first show saw the Chief (Pradhan) of one of the three village land up in his luxury car along with a host of other villagers to watch the film. Coincidentally just like the film's main protagonist Natha (Omkar Das Manikpuri) there was even one man called Natha who watched the film along with his family, and said "Babuji film ki kahani to ekdum theek hai. Issme kuch bhi banawti naahi hai, (Sir, the film's story is quite good and there is nothing artificial)."
The villagers were unanimous that PEEPLI [LIVE] is an extremely well made movie and in touch with reality. The "Mehngai Dayain" song in particular has seen a tremendous response.
While on PEEPLI [LIVE] there is another connection with the Aligarh town! Actually director Anusha Rizvi's sister Meera Rizvi is an engineering graduate from the Aligarh Muslim University.
Recently, this was evident when Aamir invited the who's who of B-Town for a special screening of his film PEEPLI [LIVE].
The actor has come a long way from being the media shy guy to someone who actually knows the art of publicity. In fact over the years Aamir has perfected the art of public relations to an extent that no one can match him in this skill.
With PEEPLI [LIVE] already creating a big buzz, Aamir's clout is surely here to stay.
Aamir experienced uneasiness as soon as he landed from Australia a few days back. The actor was extremely unwell and had to cancel all his meets due to health reasons.
Now, Aamir is recovering at home. The actor has been advised bed rest till his health improves. The actor couldn't even attend the special screening of his film PEEPLI LIVE due to this health issue.
Here's wishing Aamir a speedy recovery.
It was a special moment for Omkar Das Manikpuri aka 'Natha' of the much-awaited film PEEPLI LIVE when he met his favourite actress Deepika Padukone recently. But the moment became all the more special when Omkar gifted his heart-throb a traditional necklace, reports said.
'This is an antique piece,' said Deepika after receiving the beautiful token from her fan and assured him of keeping it with her 'forever'.
An overjoyed 'Natha' stated, 'I am very happy to meet Deepika, I am big fan of her.'
Meanwhile, Deepika was also full of praises for Omkar. The actress said she had heard a lot about Omkar's acting and she is eagerly looking forward to see PEEPLI LIVE.
'I am looking forward to see his performance in PEEPLI LIVE,' said Deepika.
PEEPLI LIVE is the much-awaited film of the year and with Aamir Khan sitting in the producer's seat, fans are expecting much from the film.
On the other hand, Deepika will be seen pairing up with Neil Nitin Mukesh in her upcoming movie LAFANGEY PARINDEY, where she is playing a blind girl.
So it will be quite an interesting tussle between both Deepika and her 'fan' Omkar in future when the two films hit the theatres.
Rani Mukherjee who debuted with ‘Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat’ is desired to work with perfectionist Aamir Khan. She expressed her desire to work with Aamir Khan during the music launch of ‘Peepli Live’. She wants to pair with Aamir in a Karan Johar’s film.
"What do u think on idea to pair Rani with Aamir? It would be great 4 me," Rani posted on her Twitter account. Rani worked with Karan in ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ (1998), ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’ (2001) and ‘Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’ (2006).
"Do u plan to make your next movie with Rani in a leading role? That would be great. Come on KJo, do a movie with Rani," she posted.
Rani worked with Aamir in 'Ghulam' and ‘Mangal Pandey’. She was last seen in ‘Dil Bole Haddipa’ opposite Shahid Kapoor but the film could not revive Rani’s drowning career.
"Do u plan to make your next movie with Rani in a leading role? That would be great. Come on KJo, do a movie with Rani," she posted.
Rani worked with Aamir in 'Ghulam' and ‘Mangal Pandey’. She was last seen in ‘Dil Bole Haddipa’ opposite Shahid Kapoor but the film could not revive Rani’s drowning career.
Peepli [Live] is Aamir khan's next production and in news for its A certificate. Even Aamir doesn't have any problem with it. The movie is getting attention just because of Aamir as director is Anusha Rizvi who is making her debut, actors are from rural area. The music director Ram Sampat, Indian ocean and Nageen Tanveer are new and unknown for industry.the good part was expected by Prasoon Joshi who has given lyrics.
At the music launch of Peepli [Live], Aamir plays the drum and the actor Raghuveer Yadav gave live performance which was shocking and really good. The movie contains four songs which are Des Mera, Mehngai Dayain, Zindagi se darte ho and Chola Maati ke ram.
The song Des mera is sung by Indian Ocean (he is new and unknown for box-office). The music of song is original and show the rural India. The song attack politics and system. The lines like "India se yeh desh bhayankar" in the song match the theme.
The song Mehngai Dayain is sung by actor Raguveer Yadav who also gave live performance at Peepli [Live] Music launch. In the song the instruments used are rural like Pots etc. The song makes an attack on increasing rate of everything. The effect of it on rural area is shown.
The song Zindagi se Darte ho is sung by Indian Ocean. The song is used for giving born to new energy to fight against the system and corruption. The lyrics is really good and this is the only song which some how don't use rural language.
The song Chola Maati ke ram is sung by Nageen Tanvir. Extremely well singing by her and the lyrics of this song also shows rural India. This song also shows believe of rural people in God.
On the whole as expected from Aamir, music is good and rural kind, the music also gives a touch of Haryana. The lyrics is good and now we hope movie to have a good response.
At the music launch of Peepli [Live], Aamir plays the drum and the actor Raghuveer Yadav gave live performance which was shocking and really good. The movie contains four songs which are Des Mera, Mehngai Dayain, Zindagi se darte ho and Chola Maati ke ram.
The song Mehngai Dayain is sung by actor Raguveer Yadav who also gave live performance at Peepli [Live] Music launch. In the song the instruments used are rural like Pots etc. The song makes an attack on increasing rate of everything. The effect of it on rural area is shown.
The song Zindagi se Darte ho is sung by Indian Ocean. The song is used for giving born to new energy to fight against the system and corruption. The lyrics is really good and this is the only song which some how don't use rural language.
The song Chola Maati ke ram is sung by Nageen Tanvir. Extremely well singing by her and the lyrics of this song also shows rural India. This song also shows believe of rural people in God.
On the whole as expected from Aamir, music is good and rural kind, the music also gives a touch of Haryana. The lyrics is good and now we hope movie to have a good response.
The distant dream of seeing the two reigning superstars of Bollywood (for almost two decades now), Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan together on-screen may soon get accomplished. As our prolific and visionary filmmaker, Karan Johar has expressed the desire to the cast the duo in his film (in near future).
Lately at the music launch of Aamir Khan's much touted film PEEPLI [LIVE], KJo, who was there to grace the event, revealed, "Aamir Khan is a very good actor. I would love to do a film with Shahrukh Khan and him."
Aamir Khan was also positive on doing a film with Karan Johar.
"Why not? I think Karan is a very talented director. I would love to work with him. If there is a good story for me and if Karan also feels that I fit the role, I will do it," said the perfectionist.
It can be recalled that the Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan have come together on screen only once in Ashutosh Gowariker's directorial debut, PEHLA NASHA. But those were merely cameos.
Now that it comes from someone like Karan Johar, you can bet that they aren't just words and the project will materialize. Let's hope that it happens soon.
Lately at the music launch of Aamir Khan's much touted film PEEPLI [LIVE], KJo, who was there to grace the event, revealed, "Aamir Khan is a very good actor. I would love to do a film with Shahrukh Khan and him."
"Why not? I think Karan is a very talented director. I would love to work with him. If there is a good story for me and if Karan also feels that I fit the role, I will do it," said the perfectionist.
It can be recalled that the Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan have come together on screen only once in Ashutosh Gowariker's directorial debut, PEHLA NASHA. But those were merely cameos.
Now that it comes from someone like Karan Johar, you can bet that they aren't just words and the project will materialize. Let's hope that it happens soon.
While interacting with the media, Aamir, Anusha aand Mehmud had an extended Q&A session, right after the screening of the multiple promos of PEEPLI LIVE. Keeping his composure and demeanour, Aamir Khan was at his unflappable and pleasant best even at the most awkward and absurd questions. But more about that later.
For now, enjoy the exclusive pictures of the event.
Aamir Khan unveiled the first look of his next production, PEEPLI LIVE recently in the press meet held at a suburban hotel.
As we are aware of Aamir's histrionics when it comes to promotions this event too was a unique one with loads of surprises. Media was surprised to see Aamir present there before time. Most of the media people reached after him.
Aamir presented the promo to every one present and got rave response from one and all.
He spoke about his director, Anusha Rizvi and raved about her talent for making such a wonderful cinema. Anusha couldn't make it for the event for reasons not known. He also spoke about the unusually real casting and the music of the film.
Further Aamir also made it clear that PEEPLI LIVE is not about farmer suicide. It is a satirical film, which is close to JAANE BHI DO YAARON. It talks about migration problem and the divide between urban and rural India. People in cities don't know about the village life. PEEPLI LIVE highlights all these issues. It's a take on how today's media functions. The only star character in the film is the media. The media plays a very important role in the film
At media's insistence, Aamir also sang a song from the film, which he said was an authentic composition by the villagers, where they were shooting.
All set to be released on August 13, apart from Raghuvir Yadav PEEPLI LIVE only stars theatre actors.
As we are aware of Aamir's histrionics when it comes to promotions this event too was a unique one with loads of surprises. Media was surprised to see Aamir present there before time. Most of the media people reached after him.
Aamir presented the promo to every one present and got rave response from one and all.
He spoke about his director, Anusha Rizvi and raved about her talent for making such a wonderful cinema. Anusha couldn't make it for the event for reasons not known. He also spoke about the unusually real casting and the music of the film.
Further Aamir also made it clear that PEEPLI LIVE is not about farmer suicide. It is a satirical film, which is close to JAANE BHI DO YAARON. It talks about migration problem and the divide between urban and rural India. People in cities don't know about the village life. PEEPLI LIVE highlights all these issues. It's a take on how today's media functions. The only star character in the film is the media. The media plays a very important role in the film
At media's insistence, Aamir also sang a song from the film, which he said was an authentic composition by the villagers, where they were shooting.
All set to be released on August 13, apart from Raghuvir Yadav PEEPLI LIVE only stars theatre actors.