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Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
HDR By Barco To Reach 30 Theatres By The End Of 2025
The HDR by Barco format looks like its picking up steam with a number of new locations and ... More supporting content announced. Barco, the imaging company and leader in cinema laser projectors, has announced that its HDR by Barco technology will be rolling out to additional North America locations this year, bringing the total to 30 by the end of 2025. While the specific locations were not revealed, Barco said that Regal Cinemas will be adding the system to a further 20 of its RPX-branded locations, with the rest coming from the Texas-based Alamo Drafthouse. No new locations outside of the USA were announced, so, for now, Cineworld Leicester Square remains the only HDR by Barco-ready site in Europe. The company has also previously announced a partnership with Prasad Film Labs to bring the first HDR by Barco capable color grading facility to India. Of course, technology hardware is nothing without content, and after a slow start, it has revealed a healthy slate of HDR by Barco releases for the rest of the year, all of which are listed below, with How To Train Your Dragon currently showing. No doubt related to the opening of the grading facility in India, Barco says that Indian cinema content graded for HDR by Barco will be forthcoming. Finally, Barco also announced that a new dedicated HDR by Barco facility will be opened in the iconic Glen Glenn Film Center in Hollywood this July. The fully renovated suite will feature HDR by Barco projection as well as state-of-the-art sound and film grading capabilities. As well as being available for industry demos and screenings, Barco says that the facility will be open to filmmakers for feature grading, which should ensure that HDR by Barco graded titles become the norm. First introduced in late 2024, HDR by Barco is the highest-quality projection format available, with its Lightsteering technology enabling true HDR projection, offering viewers richer and more intense images that are up to six times brighter than conventional systems. However, the system could soon have competition for true cinematic HDR with Samsung launching its Onyx Cinema LED system for the first time in Europe at CineEurope 2025.
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First Post
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
Restoring, re-releasing 'Andaz Apna Apna' has been an emotional journey: producer Vinay Sinha's family
The Rajkumar Santoshi-directed comedy, which featured an ensemble cast of Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon and Paresh Rawal, was produced by Sinha through his banner Vinay Pictures. read more The re-release of 'Andaz Apna Apna' in theatres on Friday after a long and meticulous restoration process has been an emotional journey for the family of late Vinay Sinha, the producer of the 1994 cult hit. The Rajkumar Santoshi-directed comedy, which featured an ensemble cast of Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon and Paresh Rawal, was produced by Sinha through his banner Vinay Pictures. According to his daughter Priti Sinha, the movie has been restored and remastered in 4K with 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound at the renowned Prasad Film Labs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Restoring and re-releasing 'Andaz Apna Apna' has been an emotional journey for our family. This re-release is a tribute to our father, honouring his vision and legacy. We have added an un-picturised song from the film's original music album in the additional opening credits of the film,' Priti said in a statement. The original picture and sound negatives of 'Andaz Apna Apna' were carefully stored and preserved by Sinha since its initial release in 1994. The producer's family said the idea of a theatrical re-release of the film was mooted by Salman during a conversation where he suggested them to first restore the movie. Sinha's grandson Shrey Oberoi, who played a pivotal role in overseeing the entire grading and restoration process, said a lot of effort and precision went into making 'Andaz Apna Apna' sparkle again on screen. The audio restoration process presented a distinctive set of challenges. The original sound negative has only mixed mono tracks, with no isolated stems or multitrack elements available, he said. Reconstructing a 5.1 Dolby surround experience from such constrained source material required both technical expertise and creative sensitivity. Prasad Film Labs undertook the task by designing and integrating new Foley and sound effects tracks, recreating elements where necessary, while deliberately preserving the integrity of the original background music score to maintain the film's authenticity. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The final sound mix was reviewed and approved by Rakesh Ranjan, the original sound designer of 'Andaz Apna Apna', he said. The family also roped in senior director of photography, Sunil Patel, entrusting him with the task of supervising the colour grading process. Ishwar Bidri, who worked as a cinematographer, passed away in 2020. The colour correction was executed with both technical precision and artistic sensitivity, revitalising the visuals while remaining faithful to the original tone and nostalgic essence that fans have cherished for decades, the family said. Namrata, Sinha's other daughter, said her father was very close to Salman's screenwriter father, Salim Khan, and that's how the superstar became a part of the film. Aamir, who joined later, suggested Rajkumar Santoshi's name as a director. Santoshi initially thought Sinha wanted him to direct two separate movies one with Aamir and another with Salman. 'Upon learning that both stars were signed by Papa for one film as a 2 hero project, Rajji was excited and immediately confirmed that he was on board as a director. My father had a clear vision when he signed Aamir and Salman, he wanted to make a light-hearted, fun-filled love story and he shared his thoughts with director Rajkumar Santoshi and this idea went on to shape 'Andaz Apna Apna',' Namrata added. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Sinha's son Amod assisted Santoshi on 'Andaz Apna Apna' while also fulfilling his duties as part of the production team. 'I saw my father pour his heart into the film in the four long years it was in the making. With his hard work and unending commitment, my father ensured that the film was released successfully in 1994,' Amod added. The family said they are honouring Sinha's legacy by re-releasing the film, which achieved cult status during their father's lifetime. 'We miss him and are taking his legacy forward by producing the 'Andaz Apna Apna 2' sequel after this re-release,' the family said in its statement. The film has been distributed by Cinepolis India and re-released in all theatre chains across India.
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Restoring, re-releasing 'Andaz Apna Apna' has been an emotional journey: producer Vinay Sinha's family
New Delhi, The re-release of "Andaz Apna Apna" in theatres on Friday after a long and meticulous restoration process has been an emotional journey for the family of late Vinay Sinha, the producer of the 1994 cult hit. The Rajkumar Santoshi-directed comedy, which featured an ensemble cast of Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon and Paresh Rawal, was produced by Sinha through his banner Vinay Pictures. According to his daughter Priti Sinha, the movie has been restored and remastered in 4K with 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound at the renowned Prasad Film Labs. "Restoring and re-releasing 'Andaz Apna Apna' has been an emotional journey for our family. This re-release is a tribute to our father, honouring his vision and legacy. We have added an un-picturised song from the film's original music album in the additional opening credits of the film," Priti said in a statement. The original picture and sound negatives of "Andaz Apna Apna" were carefully stored and preserved by Sinha since its initial release in 1994. The producer's family said the idea of a theatrical re-release of the film was mooted by Salman during a conversation where he suggested them to first restore the movie. Sinha's grandson Shrey Oberoi, who played a pivotal role in overseeing the entire grading and restoration process, said a lot of effort and precision went into making "Andaz Apna Apna" sparkle again on screen. The audio restoration process presented a distinctive set of challenges. The original sound negative has only mixed mono tracks, with no isolated stems or multitrack elements available, he said. Reconstructing a 5.1 Dolby surround experience from such constrained source material required both technical expertise and creative sensitivity. Prasad Film Labs undertook the task by designing and integrating new Foley and sound effects tracks, recreating elements where necessary, while deliberately preserving the integrity of the original background music score to maintain the film's authenticity. The final sound mix was reviewed and approved by Rakesh Ranjan, the original sound designer of "Andaz Apna Apna", he said. The family also roped in senior director of photography, Sunil Patel, entrusting him with the task of supervising the colour grading process. Ishwar Bidri, who worked as a cinematographer, passed away in 2020. The colour correction was executed with both technical precision and artistic sensitivity, revitalising the visuals while remaining faithful to the original tone and nostalgic essence that fans have cherished for decades, the family said. Namrata, Sinha's other daughter, said her father was very close to Salman's screenwriter father, Salim Khan, and that's how the superstar became a part of the film. Aamir, who joined later, suggested Rajkumar Santoshi's name as a director. Santoshi initially thought Sinha wanted him to direct two separate movies one with Aamir and another with Salman. "Upon learning that both stars were signed by Papa for one film as a 2 hero project, Rajji was excited and immediately confirmed that he was on board as a director. My father had a clear vision when he signed Aamir and Salman, he wanted to make a light-hearted, fun-filled love story and he shared his thoughts with director Rajkumar Santoshi and this idea went on to shape 'Andaz Apna Apna',' Namrata added. Sinha's son Amod assisted Santoshi on "Andaz Apna Apna" while also fulfilling his duties as part of the production team. "I saw my father pour his heart into the film in the four long years it was in the making. With his hard work and unending commitment, my father ensured that the film was released successfully in 1994," Amod added. The family said they are honouring Sinha's legacy by re-releasing the film, which achieved cult status during their father's lifetime. "We miss him and are taking his legacy forward by producing the 'Andaz Apna Apna 2' sequel after this re-release,' the family said in its statement. The film has been distributed by Cinepolis India and re-released in all theatre chains across India.
