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  • Priyanka Chopra welcomes Samantha Ruth Prabhu into the world of ‘Citadel’

    By ANI

    WASHINGTON: Priyanka Chopra who is gearing up for the international version of ‘Citadel’ on Wednesday welcomed Samantha Ruth Prabhu, the lead in the Indian version of the series.

    Taking to Instagram Story, Priyanka re-shared the news along with a caption, “So excited about the world of Citadel expanding. Cannot wait to share it with u all.”

    The ‘Oo Antava’ star re-posted Priyanka’s story and reacted with a heart emoticon.

    Makers of the Indian version of ‘Citadel’, on Wednesday, officially announced that Samantha is the female lead of the project.

    Being created by Raj and DK, ‘Citadel’ also stars Varun Dhawan in the lead role. Samantha shared the update on her social media.

    Welcoming Samantha on board, Aparna Purohit, head of India Originals, Prime Video, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to be working with Samantha once again. She made her streaming debut with The Family Man Season Two, on Prime Video, and is one of the most talented artists in the industry today. We can’t wait for audiences to see her on-screen in a brand new avatar, along with Varun and the incredibly talented ensemble cast we have on board for this series.”

    “The canvas for the Indian instalment of Citadel is larger than life but the treatment and texture is retro, rooted, and quirky. The series is being shot extensively across India and international locales. With Raj & DK steering this ship and a terrifically talented cast, we are confident that the series is going to be nothing short of a spectacle,” Aparna added.

    She said, “When Prime Video and Raj and DK approached me with this project, I decided to take it up in a heartbeat! After working with this team on The Family Man, it is a homecoming for me. The Citadel universe, the interconnected storylines between the productions across the globe, and most importantly, the script of the Indian instalment really excited me. I am thrilled to be a part of this brilliant universe conceptualised by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. I am also looking forward to working with Varun for the first time, on this project. He is someone who is full of life and cheer when you’re around him.”

    Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK will also serve as executive producers, under their banner D2R Films. The series is produced by D2R Films and Amazon Studios, with AGBO’s Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, Scott Nemes, and David Weil (Hunters) overseeing production on the Indian Original and all series within the global Citadel universe. The international version of Citadel is created by the Russo Brothers and stars Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles.

    Meanwhile, Priyanka’s ‘Citadel’ is a science fiction drama created by the Russo brothers.

    On the Bollywood front, Priyanka is expected to start shooting for Farhan Akhtar’s directorial ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ in 2023. The film will also star Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. It is an all-female road trip story.

    WASHINGTON: Priyanka Chopra who is gearing up for the international version of ‘Citadel’ on Wednesday welcomed Samantha Ruth Prabhu, the lead in the Indian version of the series.

    Taking to Instagram Story, Priyanka re-shared the news along with a caption, “So excited about the world of Citadel expanding. Cannot wait to share it with u all.”

    The ‘Oo Antava’ star re-posted Priyanka’s story and reacted with a heart emoticon.

    Makers of the Indian version of ‘Citadel’, on Wednesday, officially announced that Samantha is the female lead of the project.

    Being created by Raj and DK, ‘Citadel’ also stars Varun Dhawan in the lead role. Samantha shared the update on her social media.

    Welcoming Samantha on board, Aparna Purohit, head of India Originals, Prime Video, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to be working with Samantha once again. She made her streaming debut with The Family Man Season Two, on Prime Video, and is one of the most talented artists in the industry today. We can’t wait for audiences to see her on-screen in a brand new avatar, along with Varun and the incredibly talented ensemble cast we have on board for this series.”

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    “The canvas for the Indian instalment of Citadel is larger than life but the treatment and texture is retro, rooted, and quirky. The series is being shot extensively across India and international locales. With Raj & DK steering this ship and a terrifically talented cast, we are confident that the series is going to be nothing short of a spectacle,” Aparna added.

    She said, “When Prime Video and Raj and DK approached me with this project, I decided to take it up in a heartbeat! After working with this team on The Family Man, it is a homecoming for me. The Citadel universe, the interconnected storylines between the productions across the globe, and most importantly, the script of the Indian instalment really excited me. I am thrilled to be a part of this brilliant universe conceptualised by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO. I am also looking forward to working with Varun for the first time, on this project. He is someone who is full of life and cheer when you’re around him.”

    Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK will also serve as executive producers, under their banner D2R Films. The series is produced by D2R Films and Amazon Studios, with AGBO’s Anthony Russo, Joe Russo, Mike Larocca, Angela Russo-Otstot, Scott Nemes, and David Weil (Hunters) overseeing production on the Indian Original and all series within the global Citadel universe. The international version of Citadel is created by the Russo Brothers and stars Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles.

    Meanwhile, Priyanka’s ‘Citadel’ is a science fiction drama created by the Russo brothers.

    On the Bollywood front, Priyanka is expected to start shooting for Farhan Akhtar’s directorial ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ in 2023. The film will also star Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in lead roles. It is an all-female road trip story.

  • Russo Brothers’ upcoming series ‘Citadel’ starts filming 

    By Express News Service

    Russo Brothers’ upcoming Amazon Prime Video series Citadel begins production in Italy. With the main show based in the US, the multi-series will also have offshoot spinoff chapters taking place in Italy, Mexico, and India. Italian actor Matilda De Angelis is cast as the lead for the Italian chapter of the series. Patrick Moran is credited as a co-creator along with the Russo Brothers. 

    The show is billed as a science fiction spy thriller with globe-trotting elements. Citadel is reportedly the second costliest show in history, right behind Amazon’s Rings of Power. Richard Madden, who played Eddard Stark in Game of Thrones, is cast as the Citadel agent Mason Kane while Priyanka Chopra plays Nadia Singh. The Indian cast of the series has stars like Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu.

    Filmmaking duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, known for creating the hit series Family Man, will write, direct and produce the Indian series. The Italian series is directed by Arnaldo Catinari, who is known for directing the Netflix show Suburra: Blood on Rome. The Italian chapter is based on a script written by Alessandro Fabbri. 

    Russo Brothers’ upcoming Amazon Prime Video series Citadel begins production in Italy. With the main show based in the US, the multi-series will also have offshoot spinoff chapters taking place in Italy, Mexico, and India. Italian actor Matilda De Angelis is cast as the lead for the Italian chapter of the series. Patrick Moran is credited as a co-creator along with the Russo Brothers. 

    The show is billed as a science fiction spy thriller with globe-trotting elements. Citadel is reportedly the second costliest show in history, right behind Amazon’s Rings of Power. Richard Madden, who played Eddard Stark in Game of Thrones, is cast as the Citadel agent Mason Kane while Priyanka Chopra plays Nadia Singh. The Indian cast of the series has stars like Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu.

    Filmmaking duo Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK, known for creating the hit series Family Man, will write, direct and produce the Indian series. The Italian series is directed by Arnaldo Catinari, who is known for directing the Netflix show Suburra: Blood on Rome. The Italian chapter is based on a script written by Alessandro Fabbri.
     

  • The Priyanka Chopra Interview | ‘I hope to return to Bollywood soon’

    By Express News Service
    Priyanka Chopra is all smiles on account of the positive reception her film The White Tiger is garnering. The actor, who co-produced the direct-to-Netflix film, is thought to be a strong shout for the ‘Best Supporting Actress’ Oscar this year. 

    Priyanka, in London where she is preparing for Citadel, executive produced by the Russo Brothers, expressed her gratitude at being recognised among the many “stunning female performers in the film”. In a chat arranged as part of E-Expressions, a series of webinars organised by The New Indian Express group, Priyanka Chopra spoke with senior journalist Kaveree Bamzai about several topics including work in Hollywood and her views about the representation of minorities.

    Priyanka shared that the grey shades of her character Pinky made The White Tiger journey particularly interesting for her. “Pinky wants to help people, but only within her comfort zone. She tries to fakely woke and empathetic with Balram’s character without realising her high ground. No matter how good a person’s intentions are, it is good only after it turns into action.” She also stated her belief that the message in the film is relevant not just for the Indian audience but for the world. “The White Tiger is a reminder for us to think about how desensitised we are about equality. The message is more relevant now as the pandemic has shown us that class division is very much real.”

    Priyanka is a strong believer in creating change through art. “I am not a Governor or lawmaker, but I can use my abilities in cinema to start the right conversations. These sparks result in changes. I want to produce opportunities for minorities and the under-represented. I am a big champion for equality. Creating an alternate space for talents that have not found opportunities is my first step to achieving some equality,” she stated.

    The actor went on to speak about her presence on social media too. “I have never been one to discuss serious life issues there. Though there is great joy in being able to directly communicate with the people who love me, I remain cautious about the small community of people who thrive in spewing hate and venom.”

    Priyanka is presently awaiting the launch of her autobiography, Unfinished, that she wrote during the lockdown. “I am terrified about the world reading it, but I am glad that I have reached a place where I am content and self-assured. Even though I have shared many traumatic incidents, I no longer shy away from talking about them.”

    The work she put in the past decade, she said, is paying dividends finally. “I have many exciting updates to share. I have finished shooting for the Matrix film and Text for You during the pandemic. Citadel will keep me busy till the end of the year. I am also in talks for a Hindi film made by my friends. I hope to return to Bollywood soon.”

  • Priyanka Chopra Jonas begins work on Amazon series ‘Citadel’

    By PTI
    LONDON: Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas on Monday said she has started work on Amazon Studios series “Citadel”, produced by “Avengers: Endgame” directors Anthony and Joe Russo.

    Chopra Jonas, who appeared in the recently released Netflix film “The White Tiger”, shared the news on Instagram.

    “New day, new job #Citadel Happy Monday,” the actor captioned the photo of herself from her car.

    Last January, Amazon had announced “Citadel”, a multi-series franchise with local productions being simultaneously made in Italy, India and Mexico.

    Chopra Jonas and “Game of Thrones” star Richard Madden are headlining the American version.

    Danish actor Roland Moller, known for films such as “Skyscraper” and “Papillon”, is also part of the show.

    Described as an action-packed spy series with a compelling emotional centre, “Citadel” will be executive produced by Russo Brothers along with former ABC Studios president Patrick Moran and Mike Larocca.

    Chopra Jonas, 38, has also wrapped shooting of rom-com feature film “Text For You”.

    The actor will also be seen in sci-fi film “The Matrix 4” and is co-producing “Sangeet”, an unscripted series, with her husband, singer Nick Jonas.

    She is also set to produce a film with Amazon on the life of Ma Anand Sheela, the former aide to late godman Osho Rajneesh.