Vinod Bhanushali

Indian film and music producer
Rinku Bhanushali
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(m. 
  • Pradhan Bhanushali (father)
  • Jamna Ben Bhanushali (mother)

Vinod Bhanushali (born 15 January 1973) is an Indian film producer and entrepreneur from Mumbai, Maharashtra, known for films like Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai [1][2] and Janhit Mein Jaari.[3][4][5] Vinod is also the founder of Bhanushali Studios Limited [6][7] and Hitz Music.[8][9][10][11]

Vinod was the president of Global Marketing and Media Publishing for T-Series, a music record label and film production company.[12][13]

Personal life

Vinod Bhanushali was born on 15 January 1973 in Mumbai to Pradhan Bhanushali and Jamna Ben Bhanushali.[14] He completed his graduation with a bachelor's degree in commerce from K J Somaiya College.[15] Vinod Bhanushali married Rinku Bhanushali on 29 December 1996. Vinod has two daughters named Dhvani Bhanushali and Diya Bhanushali.[16]

Career

Vinod Bhanushali started his career as a clearing and forwarding agent at the Mumbai Customs Docks. Vinod debuted in the entertainment business by joining Sahara Studios as an associate junior worker.[citation needed]

T-Series

In 1994, Vinod was hired by Gulshan Kumar, the founder of T-series. Vinod has led the marketing for over 1000 films [17][18] and played a vital role in making T-Series India's largest music company before he resigned after 27 years. [19]

At T-Series, Vinod Bhanushali marketed music for films like Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Dil Chahta Hai, Dabangg, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Tanu Weds Manu, and Cocktail.[20] He also turned co-producer for films like Kabir Singh, Batla House, Saaho, Thappad and Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior.[21][22]

Bhanushali Studios Limited

Vinod Bhanushali launched his own production company in September 2021[23] by announcing his first film, Sab Moh Maaya Hai, starring Sharman Joshi and Annu Kapoor.[24]

His first theatrical release was Janhit Mein Jaari, with Raaj Shaandilyaa directed by Jai Basantu Singh featuring Nushrratt Bharuccha which was also released on the OTT platform Zee5.[25]

Vinod's next release was Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai led by Manoj Bajpayee and directed by Apoorv Singh Karki released in 2023.[26]

Vinod Bhanushali's production house has started working on their upcoming films Main Atal Hoon,[27] Bhaiyya Ji [28][29] and Love Ki Arrange Marriage.[30]

Hitz Music

In 2022, Vinod Bhanushali also launched his music label, HITZ Music. The label's first release is Yuvan Shankar Raja and Dhvani Bhanushali's first collaboration – Candy.[31][32]

Filmography

Co-producer

Year Film Notes Ref.
2019 Kabir Singh Co-Producer [33]
2019 Batla House Co-Producer [citation needed]
2019 Saaho Co-Producer [34]
2019 Pati Patni Aur Woh Co-Producer [citation needed]
2020 Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior Co-Producer [35]
2020 Thappad Co-Producer [36]
2020 Street Dancer 3D Co-Producer [citation needed]

Producer

† Denotes films that have not yet been released
Year Film Notes Ref.
2022 Janhit Mein Jaari Producer [37]
2023 Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai Producer [38]
2023 Sab Moh Maaya Hai Producer [39]
2024 Main Atal Hoon Producer [40]

References

  1. ^ "Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai producer Vinod Bhanushali reacts on Manoj Bajpayee starrer breaking records on ZEE5: "Audience prefers to watch a good and compelling story"". Bollywood Hungama. 25 May 2023.
  2. ^ "Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai makers on why they didn't use Asaram Bapu's name, react to getting legal notice". DNA India. 23 May 2023.
  3. ^ "Nushrratt Bharuccha's Latest Promo From Janhit Mein Jaari Will Make You Laugh Out Loud". missmalini.com. 27 May 2022.
  4. ^ "Nushrratt, Anud join 6,000 women for Ghoomar performance during 'Janhit Mein Jaari' promotion". Ahmedabad Mirror. 30 May 2022.
  5. ^ "Nushrratt Bharuccha's next role could be her best yet". Telegraph India. 9 May 2022.
  6. ^ "Manoj Bajpayee soon to play lead in Vinod Bhanushali & Zee Studios produced courtroom drama". The Statesman. 9 October 2022.
  7. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali To Produce A Biopic On Sher Singh Rana's Life". missmalini.com. 29 October 2021.
  8. ^ "Income Tax Raids On Former T-Series Producer Vinod Bhanushali, Other Production Houses". Times Now News. 20 April 2023.
  9. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali launches 'Hitz Music'". urbanasian.com. 2 March 2022.
  10. ^ "Here's why Bhanushali Studio Limited proves to be one of the most unique & eminent production studios of Indian cinema". firstpost.com. 23 May 2023.
  11. ^ "'Aashiqui 2' Helmer Mohit Suri To Bring Forth Action-Musical Film". Ahmedabad Mirror. 12 April 2022.
  12. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali On Music At T-Series: Aim Is To Not Only Entertain But Give Platform To Powerful Talent". india.com. 13 November 2020.
  13. ^ "Cinemas to open on October 15, but wait for Bollywood biggies will continue". Zee Business. 3 October 2020.
  14. ^ "Producer Vinod Bhanushali bereaved, his mother's prayer meet to be held today". Times of India. 19 October 2022.
  15. ^ "Who is Vinod Bhanushali?". thesportsgrail.com.
  16. ^ ""Have Seen The Entire Music Industry Grow," Says Vinod Bhanushali". NDTV. 12 September 2020.
  17. ^ "27 सालों के महत्वपूर्व कार्यकाल के बाद विनोद भानुशाली ने टी-सीरीज के अध्यक्ष पद से दिया इस्तीफा, अब शुरू करेंगे अपनी नई कंपनी". bhaskar.com.
  18. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali Resigns From T-Series After 27 Years, Here's Why!". lehren.com. 5 August 2021.
  19. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali resigns from T-Series after 27 years; thanks Bhushan Kumar for support". The Times of India. 3 August 2021.
  20. ^ ""Have Seen The Entire Music Industry Grow," Says Vinod Bhanushali". NDTV. 12 September 2020.
  21. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali Resigns From T-Series After 27 Years, Here's Why!". lehren.com. 5 August 2021.
  22. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali to announce a new big-budget film soon!". The Times of India. 9 September 2021.
  23. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali Launches His Production House Bhanushali Studios Ltd; Unveils Logo". filmibeat.com. 9 September 2021.
  24. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali's Sab Moh Maaya Hai Signs Sharman Joshi, Annu Kapoor In Lead". ZEE5. 11 September 2021.
  25. ^ "Nushrratt Bharuccha's next role could be her best yet". Telegraph India. 9 May 2022.
  26. ^ "Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai producer Vinod Bhanushali reacts on Manoj Bajpayee starrer breaking records on ZEE5: "Audience prefers to watch a good and compelling story"". Bollywood Hungama. 25 May 2023.
  27. ^ "Pankaj Tripathi concludes filming for 'Main Atal Hoon'". The Hindu. 15 July 2023.
  28. ^ "Manoj Bajpayee's Next Project Is Titled Bhaiyaaji. Details Here". NDTV. 12 August 2023.
  29. ^ "Manoj Bajpayee's 'Bhaiyaaji' is set to seek revenge". Tribune India. 12 August 2023.
  30. ^ "Sunny Singh, Avneet Kaur to star in fam-comedy 'Luv Ki Arrange Marriage'". The Times of India. 28 March 2023.
  31. ^ "Producer Vinod Bhanushali launches music label Hitz Music". cinemaexpress.com. 1 March 2022.
  32. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali launches 'Hitz Music' - Marking a new milestone for the Indian Music Industry". Free Press Journal. 1 March 2022.
  33. ^ "'Kabir Singh' crosses Rs 70 cr in opening weekend". jagran.com. 24 June 2019.
  34. ^ "27 सालों के महत्वपूर्व कार्यकाल के बाद विनोद भानुशाली ने टी-सीरीज के अध्यक्ष पद से दिया इस्तीफा, अब शुरू करेंगे अपनी नई कंपनी". Dainik Bhaskar.
  35. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali moves on from T-Series after an eventful 27-year stint, to pursue his entrepreneurial journey". bollywoodbubble.com. 3 August 2021.
  36. ^ "Vinod Bhanushali to announce a new big-budget film soon!". The Times of India. 9 September 2021.
  37. ^ "Nushrratt, Anud join 6,000 women for Ghoomar performance during 'Janhit Mein Jaari' promotion". Ahmedabad Mirror. 30 May 2022.
  38. ^ "Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai producer Vinod Bhanushali reacts on Manoj Bajpayee starrer breaking records on ZEE5: "Audience prefers to watch a good and compelling story"". Bollywood Hungama. 25 May 2023.
  39. ^ "Direct to TV: डायरेक्ट टू ओटीटी के बाद फिर लौटा डायरेक्ट टू टीवी का दौर, इस फिल्म से होने जा रही अच्छी शुरुआत". Amar Ujala. 30 October 2023.
  40. ^ "Atal Bihari Vajpayee Was Only Politician Also Respected By Opposition, Says Vinod Bhanushali". indiatimes.com. 12 July 2022.

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