‘Gunehgaar’, ‘The Fame Game’, ‘Mithya’, ‘Suzhal: The Vortex’ and ‘Delhi Crime-2’ were some of the most engrossing slow-burners of the year. Long format, procedural as well dramatic shows and teleplays added to the diverse viewing experience of audiences on the small screen in 2022. They brought along with them ample thrills, chills, and psychological intrigue. Here is our pick of the best, immersive entertainers from this lot.
The Fame Game
You may argue that the series that heralded Madhuri Dixit Nene in the Ott space frittered away its potential at the end but a second season may just redeem it. Yet, for the most part, this show was a perfect blend of drama, emotional heft, mystery, psychological layers, and histrionics with Dixit demonstrating why she is still considered one of the best actors to grace the silver screen. A moving performance by Manav Kaul, strong turns by Sanjay Kapoor, Suhasini Mulay,...
The Fame Game
You may argue that the series that heralded Madhuri Dixit Nene in the Ott space frittered away its potential at the end but a second season may just redeem it. Yet, for the most part, this show was a perfect blend of drama, emotional heft, mystery, psychological layers, and histrionics with Dixit demonstrating why she is still considered one of the best actors to grace the silver screen. A moving performance by Manav Kaul, strong turns by Sanjay Kapoor, Suhasini Mulay,...
- 12/28/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Madhuri Dixit, one of the brightest and most enduring Bollywood stars, is basking in the success of her streaming acting debut, Netflix’s “The Fame Game.”
The series bowed Feb. 25 and is among the top 10 Netflix shows in Mauritius, Bahrain, Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Sri Lanka and the U.A.E.
In the series created by Sri Rao, and directed by Bejoy Nambiar and Karishma Kohli, Dixit plays top Bollywood star Anamika Anand, who at the height of her fame, disappears without a trace. The officer in charge of the investigation (Rajshri Deshpande) attempts to peel back the layers of the star’s seemingly perfect life by talking to her troubled producer husband (Sanjay Kapoor), domineering mother (Suhasini Mulay), conflicted children, a loyal housekeeper (Shubhangi Latkar), makeup artist (Kashyap Shangari) and frequent co-star (Manav Kaul). Also in the mix is an obsessive fan (Gagan Arora).
“People have imagined her to be the ideal,...
The series bowed Feb. 25 and is among the top 10 Netflix shows in Mauritius, Bahrain, Bangladesh, India, Maldives, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Sri Lanka and the U.A.E.
In the series created by Sri Rao, and directed by Bejoy Nambiar and Karishma Kohli, Dixit plays top Bollywood star Anamika Anand, who at the height of her fame, disappears without a trace. The officer in charge of the investigation (Rajshri Deshpande) attempts to peel back the layers of the star’s seemingly perfect life by talking to her troubled producer husband (Sanjay Kapoor), domineering mother (Suhasini Mulay), conflicted children, a loyal housekeeper (Shubhangi Latkar), makeup artist (Kashyap Shangari) and frequent co-star (Manav Kaul). Also in the mix is an obsessive fan (Gagan Arora).
“People have imagined her to be the ideal,...
- 3/7/2022
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Madhuri Dixit is ready to step into the spotlight again with her new thriller, The Fame Game. Releasing exclusively on Netflix, this is the actress’s first step into a series on the streaming platform.
Describing The Fame Game, Madhuri Dixit earlier said, “It is a mystery, but it is also about relationships, family, how fame can twist and make the best of things look bad.”
The Fame Game (formerly known as Finding Anamika) will take us into the world of superstar Anamika Anand. It seems she has it all but is her life perfect or a perfectly crafted facade? In a world of glitz, glamour, and fame – the lines of what is real and what is not can often be blurred.
The family drama also stars Sanjay Kapoor, Manav Kaul, Lakshvir Saran, Suhasini Muley, Muskkaan Jaferi. Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, the show brings together Sri Rao as the showrunner...
Describing The Fame Game, Madhuri Dixit earlier said, “It is a mystery, but it is also about relationships, family, how fame can twist and make the best of things look bad.”
The Fame Game (formerly known as Finding Anamika) will take us into the world of superstar Anamika Anand. It seems she has it all but is her life perfect or a perfectly crafted facade? In a world of glitz, glamour, and fame – the lines of what is real and what is not can often be blurred.
The family drama also stars Sanjay Kapoor, Manav Kaul, Lakshvir Saran, Suhasini Muley, Muskkaan Jaferi. Produced by Dharmatic Entertainment, the show brings together Sri Rao as the showrunner...
- 2/23/2022
- by Stacey Yount
- Bollyspice
Mumbai, March 17 (Ians) Actress Madhuri Dixit Nene took to social media to wish her son Arin on his birthday, on Wednesday.
She posted two pictures of her and Arin. The first one was an adorable throwback picture with baby Arin while the next one was a short video capturing a fun moment between the two.
She captioned the pictures as: "My baby is officially an adult. Happy 18th birthday, Arin. Just remember that with freedom comes responsibilities. From today the world is yours to enjoy, protect and brighten. Make good on all the opportunities that come your way and live life to the fullest. Hope your journey is an unforgettable adventure. Love you."
Meanwhile, the actress is set to make her digital debut with the series "Finding Anamika". In the show, Madhuri plays a superstar who goes missing. The show has been directed by Karishma Kohli and Bejoy Nambiar.
--Ians...
She posted two pictures of her and Arin. The first one was an adorable throwback picture with baby Arin while the next one was a short video capturing a fun moment between the two.
She captioned the pictures as: "My baby is officially an adult. Happy 18th birthday, Arin. Just remember that with freedom comes responsibilities. From today the world is yours to enjoy, protect and brighten. Make good on all the opportunities that come your way and live life to the fullest. Hope your journey is an unforgettable adventure. Love you."
Meanwhile, the actress is set to make her digital debut with the series "Finding Anamika". In the show, Madhuri plays a superstar who goes missing. The show has been directed by Karishma Kohli and Bejoy Nambiar.
--Ians...
- 3/17/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
New Delhi, March 10: The Ott space is revolutionising the way we enjoy visual entertainment, and it is reorganising a lot of things in Bollywood, too.
Among things in Bollywood that seem to be changing is the concept of stardom. Gone are the days when being a star was about big screen glory. In this context, what is currently going on has been unprecedented. Several top Bollywood stars are headed towards Ott as never before. These are not character artistes or budding stars, but established names such as Shahid Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha, Madhuri Dixit, Raveena Tandon and Juhi Chawla.
It is something that Television never managed. At the height of superstardom, even though Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan or Shah Rukh Khan have appeared on TV, they came as themselves, and not to essay fictional roles. On Ott, it is the roles that seem to be attracting big Bollywood stars.
Many...
Among things in Bollywood that seem to be changing is the concept of stardom. Gone are the days when being a star was about big screen glory. In this context, what is currently going on has been unprecedented. Several top Bollywood stars are headed towards Ott as never before. These are not character artistes or budding stars, but established names such as Shahid Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha, Madhuri Dixit, Raveena Tandon and Juhi Chawla.
It is something that Television never managed. At the height of superstardom, even though Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan or Shah Rukh Khan have appeared on TV, they came as themselves, and not to essay fictional roles. On Ott, it is the roles that seem to be attracting big Bollywood stars.
Many...
- 3/10/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
With a trailer that caught every one?s attention right from its first frame to a quirky title track that depicted the ups and downs of childcare, people have all the right reasons to be excited for ALTBalaji and ZEE5?s latest offering Mentalhood. Raising a child is an art. Some make it into a highly precise science, but most of the mothers are like tigresses protecting their cubs.
And, while going through this whirlwind of parenting responsibilities, you are bound to go bonkers occasionally. Bringing to screens the madness of parenting, ALTBalaji, and ZEE5 launched 10 episodes of the most awaited web-series of the year, Mentalhood- the journey from Motherhood to Mentalhood !?
The show marks the digital debut of Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor playing the role of Meira Sharma, who hails from a small town along with her husband Anmol (played by Sanjay Suri).
Featuring a large pool of talented actors,...
And, while going through this whirlwind of parenting responsibilities, you are bound to go bonkers occasionally. Bringing to screens the madness of parenting, ALTBalaji, and ZEE5 launched 10 episodes of the most awaited web-series of the year, Mentalhood- the journey from Motherhood to Mentalhood !?
The show marks the digital debut of Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor playing the role of Meira Sharma, who hails from a small town along with her husband Anmol (played by Sanjay Suri).
Featuring a large pool of talented actors,...
- 3/11/2020
- GlamSham
As the saying goes, 'God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers', the world would indeed fall apart if there were no mothers. Juggling through life while raising children and acing professional responsibilities demands an out-of-the-world superpower.
Raising kids is an art. Some make it into a highly precise science, but most of them are like tigresses protecting their cubs. And, while going through this whirlwind of parenting responsibilities, you are bound to go bonkers once in a while.
Bringing to screens the crazy leap of Motherhood to 'Mentalhood', ALTBalaji, and ZEE5 launched the trailer of the most awaited web-series of the year, Mentalhood- the journey from motherhood to mental hood!
Filled with highs and lows, being a parent can surely be one thankless job. The trailer showcases the topsy-turvy ride of the various kinds of mothers that exist and how they manoeuvre their way...
Raising kids is an art. Some make it into a highly precise science, but most of them are like tigresses protecting their cubs. And, while going through this whirlwind of parenting responsibilities, you are bound to go bonkers once in a while.
Bringing to screens the crazy leap of Motherhood to 'Mentalhood', ALTBalaji, and ZEE5 launched the trailer of the most awaited web-series of the year, Mentalhood- the journey from motherhood to mental hood!
Filled with highs and lows, being a parent can surely be one thankless job. The trailer showcases the topsy-turvy ride of the various kinds of mothers that exist and how they manoeuvre their way...
- 2/25/2020
- GlamSham
When everyday is a madness in a mother's life and all she cares about is making things right. Welcome to the madness of motherhood as ALTBalaji and ZEE5 finally gives a glimpse of its most awaited web-series 'Mentalhood' by dropping the teaser.
Also read:?'Mentalhood' poster: Karisma Kapoor leads the pack on a new journey from motherhood to Mentalhood
Bringing celebrated talents on Ott platform as which also marks the digital debut of Bollywood?s Lolo aka Karisma Kapoor along with the others, the teaser of the web-series Mentalhood is out now and is truly a rollercoaster that we cannot miss!
The series which will be streaming on ALTBalaji and ZEE5 in March, dropped a teaser of the show and shared, ?Parenting nahi rahegi same, when these #supermoms bring on their A-Game Be a part of these mother?s journey from motherhood to #Mentalhood! Streaming, 11th March on #ALTBalaji.
Also read:?'Mentalhood' poster: Karisma Kapoor leads the pack on a new journey from motherhood to Mentalhood
Bringing celebrated talents on Ott platform as which also marks the digital debut of Bollywood?s Lolo aka Karisma Kapoor along with the others, the teaser of the web-series Mentalhood is out now and is truly a rollercoaster that we cannot miss!
The series which will be streaming on ALTBalaji and ZEE5 in March, dropped a teaser of the show and shared, ?Parenting nahi rahegi same, when these #supermoms bring on their A-Game Be a part of these mother?s journey from motherhood to #Mentalhood! Streaming, 11th March on #ALTBalaji.
- 2/24/2020
- GlamSham
Alt Balaji's upcoming show Mentalhood made headlines when it was announced. The show will also mark actress Karisma Kapoor's digital debut where she will play the lead.
The web show will bring the rollercoaster journey of mothers to our screens. Underlining the various shades of motherhood, a new poster was released today and totally highlights how different the characters are!
The newest poster of the show is out and has the full cast of Dino Morea, Sanjay Suri, Sandhya Mridul, Shilpa Shukla, Shruti Seth and Tillotama Shoma led by Karishma Kapoor.
Directed by Karishma Kohli, Mentalhood will see actor Karisma Kapoor making her digital debut as Meira Sharma, an out and about mental mom.
The makers took to social media to release the new poster with the caption, "Parenting jab bann jaayegi ek race, tab toh hoga hi #Mentalhood wala craze! Catch the journey of these mothers from motherhood to Mentalhood.
The web show will bring the rollercoaster journey of mothers to our screens. Underlining the various shades of motherhood, a new poster was released today and totally highlights how different the characters are!
The newest poster of the show is out and has the full cast of Dino Morea, Sanjay Suri, Sandhya Mridul, Shilpa Shukla, Shruti Seth and Tillotama Shoma led by Karishma Kapoor.
Directed by Karishma Kohli, Mentalhood will see actor Karisma Kapoor making her digital debut as Meira Sharma, an out and about mental mom.
The makers took to social media to release the new poster with the caption, "Parenting jab bann jaayegi ek race, tab toh hoga hi #Mentalhood wala craze! Catch the journey of these mothers from motherhood to Mentalhood.
- 2/21/2020
- GlamSham
Actor Sanjay Suri will play actress Karisma Kapoors character Meira Sharmas husband in "Mentalhood", a web series on the crazy ride of motherhood.
On playing the character of Anmol Kapoor in the upcoming show, Sanjay said in a statement: "Anmol is a scientist from Kanpur. Raised as the only son, he was well sheltered and pampered by his parents. He also seems lucky in a way where he marries the first girl he kissed, who was Miss Kanpur."
Also Read:?Meet super moms of Ekta's Mentalhood!
"He comes across as a very balanced and sorted person with a great temperament. He and his wife are on the same page. They support and are still confined to each other. Meira is still his go-to person for every decision and I am really looking forward to this web series," he added.
"Mentalhood", directed by Karishma Kohli, is set to release later this year.
On playing the character of Anmol Kapoor in the upcoming show, Sanjay said in a statement: "Anmol is a scientist from Kanpur. Raised as the only son, he was well sheltered and pampered by his parents. He also seems lucky in a way where he marries the first girl he kissed, who was Miss Kanpur."
Also Read:?Meet super moms of Ekta's Mentalhood!
"He comes across as a very balanced and sorted person with a great temperament. He and his wife are on the same page. They support and are still confined to each other. Meira is still his go-to person for every decision and I am really looking forward to this web series," he added.
"Mentalhood", directed by Karishma Kohli, is set to release later this year.
- 6/10/2019
- GlamSham
It's been over seven years since the audience saw actress Karisma Kapoor lighting up the screens with her high on energy and impactful performances. She says she chose not to do full-fledged roles in films for a while as she wanted to be at home with her young children. But now the "Dil To Pagal Hai" star is back in the saddle in a different avatar and on a new platform.
The mother of two has been doing ads, fashion events and making special appearances in movies including last year's Shah Rukh Khan-starrer "Zero".
But did she get nervous working for long hours and acting in front of the camera after a gap?
Comparing acting to cycling and swimming, Karisma told Ians in a telephonic interview: "It (acting) is ingrained in you. It is something that never goes away. I was waiting for something really interesting. It was out of...
The mother of two has been doing ads, fashion events and making special appearances in movies including last year's Shah Rukh Khan-starrer "Zero".
But did she get nervous working for long hours and acting in front of the camera after a gap?
Comparing acting to cycling and swimming, Karisma told Ians in a telephonic interview: "It (acting) is ingrained in you. It is something that never goes away. I was waiting for something really interesting. It was out of...
- 5/22/2019
- GlamSham
Actress Sandhya Mridul says she plays a very powerful and intimidating character -- the strongest mother of the show "Mentalhood".
The ALTBalaji's upcoming web series, directed by Karishma Kohli, will take the audience on the "crazy ride" of motherhood.
Sandhya's character of a mother, Ajo, is a perfectionist who is a supermom who will do anything to ensure that her children are perfect and will go to any length to make them achieve that perfection.
"She is the strongest mother of the show. She is a very powerful and intimidating character who most of the mothers are extremely scared of, except for Shilpa's (actress Shilpa Shukla) character," Sandhya said in a statement.
"So, she at many times borders on neurosis because of that perfection. In real life, I am also like that when I am at work. I am so passionate about what I do that I want to ensure...
The ALTBalaji's upcoming web series, directed by Karishma Kohli, will take the audience on the "crazy ride" of motherhood.
Sandhya's character of a mother, Ajo, is a perfectionist who is a supermom who will do anything to ensure that her children are perfect and will go to any length to make them achieve that perfection.
"She is the strongest mother of the show. She is a very powerful and intimidating character who most of the mothers are extremely scared of, except for Shilpa's (actress Shilpa Shukla) character," Sandhya said in a statement.
"So, she at many times borders on neurosis because of that perfection. In real life, I am also like that when I am at work. I am so passionate about what I do that I want to ensure...
- 5/21/2019
- GlamSham
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