Twinkle Khannas short story Salaam Noni Appa getting film adaptation from Applause Entertainment \
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Twinkle Khannas short story Salaam Noni Appa getting film adaptation from Applause Entertainment

26-Apr-2022
Mumbai Apr 26 PTI Actor-producer Twinkle Khannas short Salaam Noni Appa from her book The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad is set to be adapted for the big screen by Applause Entertainment the production banner announced on TuesdayThe company has partnered with Ellipsis Entertainment and Khannas Mrs Funnybones Movies for the upcoming filmPublished in 2016 The Legend of Lakshmi Prasad is a collection of four stories on feminism written by KhannaSalaam Noni Appa which was loosely based on the relationship between Khannas grandmother and her sister is about finding love in old ageIn a press release Applause said the story is a winning comic romance that breaks stereotypes and it will be directed by noted ad filmmaker Sonal Dabral who makes his debut with the filmKhanna said it is surreal to see her story and her book being turned into a movie to reach a wider audienceSalaam Noni Appa from my second book loosely based on the relationship between my grandmother and her sister was first adapted into a lovely playIts a surreal moment to join hands with Applause and Ellipsis and see it turning into a movie continuing to reach wider audiences and leaping across multiple mediums Khanna said in a statementSameer Nair CEO of Applause Entertainment said they are thrilled to adapt a delightful story like Salaam Noni AppaThe story defies convention with Twinkles irrepressible wit and her distinctive gaze on love life and relationships Having Sonal make his feature debut with us along with our partners at Ellipsis makes this an immensely special film for us Nair saidTanuj Garg and Atul Kasbekar of Ellipsis Entertainment said the upcoming film marks the third partnership with Applause Entertainment and their first with Mrs Funnybones MoviesThey said the film has an enthralling story which will leave the viewers with a warm fuzzy feelingDabral said he is happy to be part of the film which is a progressive sensitive story full of wit and observational humor a hallmark of KhannaI couldnt have asked for a better debut as a feature film director Im looking forward to bringing this story to life in a way that will not only inspire but be loved by all Dabral saidThe details regarding the star cast title and shoot schedule will be unveiled by the makers at a later date PTI KKP RB BK BK
26-Apr-2022 National
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