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Sulu is all set to enter Indian households

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As 2017 slowly draws to a close, Bollywood seems to be wrapping the year up on a feel-good note. And according to its makers, Tumhari Sulu — starring Vidya Balan as an ambitious housewife who becomes a night radio jockey — is the perfect antidote for keeping the blues away this season.

A trade insider says, “Since it is a simple and heart-warming family film, audiences from across the board are waiting for it. In fact, celebritie­s from a cross-section of society watched the film at preview shows and have given its charm and simplicity a thumbs-up.”

Sources in the industry feel Tumhari Sulu has its heart in the right place, devoid of frills and cosmetic appendages. “Vidya’s Sulu act has resonated with people who believe that they have a talent that could become their life-altering goal,” says the insider.

The film boasts of acting chops from Vidya and Manav Kaul, who have been paired on-screen for the first time. “Their quirky chemistry, the husband-wife banter, and a relatable look at their middle-class Indian household is among the highlights of the film,” says the insider.

According to the makers, with the pre-release buzz going for it, Sulu is set to become a household name and one of the most-loved characters of Indian cinema.

Produced by T-Series and Ellipsis Entertainm­ent, Tumhari Sulu releases today.

Celebs from a crosssecti­on of society watched the preview, and have given its charm and simplicity a thumbsup A TRADE INSIDER

Cinema, celebritie­s and conversati­ons — film screenings make for great outings not only for Bollywood celebs, but for our cameras, too.

And the fun was evident at the screening of the film, Tumhari Sulu, held in Mumbai on Wednesday. Our click army caught Vidya Balan, the film’s lead, sharing a candid moment with actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra. And, those who came out in support of the film, also made sure they focused on their style.

From actor Dia Mirza’s cute yellow dress with kitschy kite motifs to actor Bhumi Pednekar’s casual look, complete with her standout black frames the attendees were red carpet ready. Others spotted at the screening were lyricist Javed Akhtar and actor Pooja Hegde.

 ?? PHOTO: HTBS ?? Sulu (played by Vidya Balan) with her family
PHOTO: HTBS Sulu (played by Vidya Balan) with her family
 ??  ?? Manav Kaul Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Vidya Balan
Manav Kaul Shilpa Shetty Kundra and Vidya Balan
 ?? PHOTOS: PRADIP GUHA/HT ?? Neha Dhupia
PHOTOS: PRADIP GUHA/HT Neha Dhupia
 ??  ?? Sophie Choudry
Sophie Choudry
 ??  ?? Pooja Hegde
Pooja Hegde
 ??  ?? Dia Mirza
Dia Mirza
 ??  ?? Bhumi Pednekar
Bhumi Pednekar
 ??  ?? Javed Akhtar
Javed Akhtar

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