Kate Hudson on ‘Song Sung Blue’: This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema

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Mumbai, (IANS) Actress-singer Kate Hudson, who has been nominated at the Golden Globes for the Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for “Song Sung Blue”, says the film hits such a sweet spot of cinema and is a reminder to hold onto the people who carry us through the hardest times.

Hudson took to Instagram, where she posted a string of images from the film featuring her alongside Hollywood star Hugh Jackman.

“OMG! Thank you @goldenglobes an absolute thrill to be nominated for our film @songsungbluefilm. Huge congrats to all the incredible nominees this year. I am so grateful,” she said in the caption.

For Hudson, this story of “Lightning and Thunder” is so moving and inspiring.

She added: “Playing Claire has been one of the great privileges of my career. This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema, the kind that reminds you how movies can inspire your own world and that we are the authors of our own stories.'

"A reminder to hold onto hope and the people we love who carry us through the hardest times. A pure pleasure to be a part of this film.”

Song Sung Blue is directed by Craig Brewer. It is based on the 2008 titular documentary film by Greg Kohs The film stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as Mike and Claire Sardina, who performed as the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder.

It also stars Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, Mustafa Shakir, Fisher Stevens, and Jim Belushi.

Song Sung Blue had its premiere at the AFI Film Festival on October 26, 2025.Hudson made her film debut in the 1998 drama Desert Blue, which was followed by supporting roles in several films. She rose to prominence with her portrayal of Penny Lane in Cameron Crowe's musical drama Almost Famous. Kate Hudson on ‘Song Sung Blue’: This film hits such a sweet spot of cinema | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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Tamannaah Bhatia on starring in V. Shantaram: It’s a great responsibility

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Mumbai, (IANS) Bollywood actress Tamannaah Bhatia will be seen starring alongside actor Siddhant Chaturvedi in the upcoming biopic V. Shantaram and will be seen essaying the role of legend’s second wife-actress Jayashree.

Jayashree is known for her work in unforgettable movies like Dr. Kotnis ki Amar Kahani, Shakuntala, Chandra Rao More, Dahej and more.

Talking about the same, Tamannaah said, “It’s a great responsibility to portray a character rooted in one of the most influential eras of our cinema. And I feel immensely honoured to bring to life Jayashree, as she has been part of such legendary projects and the amount of grace she had was surreal.”

She said that Shantaram built a legacy that continues to shape generations, and decoding his universe has allowed me to witness the brilliance of the man behind the legend.

Tamannaah added: “Bringing a piece of that legacy to the screen is truly a special feeling, and I am thankful for the makers of V Shantaram to see me as Jayashree.”

The makers unveiled a new poster, where Tamannaah features as Jayshree draped in a gorgeous pink Nauvari saree that highlights her effortless grace.

The picture was captioned: “Jayashree - The star of an era. The strength behind a legacy. A chapter returning to history.”

The film is titled, V. Shantaram, is a historical biographical drama that honours the life, spirit and cinematic uprising sparked by one of India’s most visionary storyteller.

The film traces his remarkable journey from the silent era to his emergence as one of the most influential auteurs in Indian cinematic history.

Presented by Rajkamal Entertainment, Camera Take Films, and Roaring Rivers Production V. Shantaram is produced by Rahul Kiran Shantaram, Subhash Kale and Sarita Ashwin Varde and directed by Abhijeet Shirish Despande.Talking about Tamannaah, she was last seen in Odela 2 directed by Ashok Teja. The film is a sequel to Odela Railway Station and centers on the fictional village of the same name. The film portrays how Odela Mallanna Swamy protects his village from evil forces. Tamannaah Bhatia on starring in V. Shantaram: It’s a great responsibility | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com
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