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'''''Shortcut Safaari''''' ([[Hindi]]:शॉर्टकट सफ़ारी ) is a 2014 Hindi film directed by [[Amitabha Singh]] and featuring Bollywood actor [[Jimmy Sheirgill]].<ref>{{cite web|author=The Times of India |url=http://article.wn.com/view/2014/06/14/Gujarat_gears_up_for_a_Shortcut_Safari/ |title=Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Worldnews.com |publisher=Article.wn.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref> The film was initially titled ''The Trip''.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/Gujarat-gears-up-for-a-Shortcut-Safari/articleshow/36549544.cms |title=The Trip: Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Times of India |newspaper=The Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref> ''Shortcut Safari'' had its festival premiere at The [[National Children’s Film Festival]] (NCFF) on 15 November 2014, established by the [[Children's Film Society of India]] (CFSI) at the capital New Delhi.
'''''Shortcut Safaari''''' ([[Hindi]]:शॉर्टकट सफ़ारी ) is a 2014 Hindi film directed by [[Amitabha Singh]] and featuring Bollywood actor [[Jimmy Sheirgill]].<ref>{{cite web|author=The Times of India |url=http://article.wn.com/view/2014/06/14/Gujarat_gears_up_for_a_Shortcut_Safari/ |title=Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Worldnews.com |publisher=Article.wn.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref> The film was initially titled ''The Trip''.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/gujarati/movies/Gujarat-gears-up-for-a-Shortcut-Safari/articleshow/36549544.cms |title=The Trip: Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Times of India |newspaper=The Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref> ''Shortcut Safari'' had its festival premiere at The [[National Children’s Film Festival]] (NCFF) on 15 November 2014, established by the [[Children's Film Society of India]] (CFSI) in the capital, New Delhi.


[[Amitabha Singh]]'s debut film, ''Shortcut Safari'' was screened for the audience of Bengal at [[Nandan (Kolkata)]] on 24 December 2014. As part of the 4th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival, a special show of the film was organise by Shishu Kishore Academy, an institution under the aegis of Information and Cultural Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal.
[[Amitabha Singh]]'s debut film, ''Shortcut Safari,'' was screened for the audience of Bengal at [[Nandan (Kolkata)]] on 24 December 2014. As part of the 4th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival, a special show of the film was organised by Shishu Kishore Academy, an institution under the aegis of the Information and Cultural Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal.
<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/news/The-Good-Road-cinematographers-film-screened-at-Nandan/articleshow/45627379.cms |title=Thodi Life Thoda Magic: The Good Road cinematographer's film screened at Nandan - Times of India |newspaper=The Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>
<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bengali/movies/news/The-Good-Road-cinematographers-film-screened-at-Nandan/articleshow/45627379.cms |title=Thodi Life Thoda Magic: The Good Road cinematographer's film screened at Nandan - Times of India |newspaper=The Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date= |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>


''Shortcut Safari'' is a film in Hindi that revolves around a story of a group of urban children who get trapped in a dense forest during their school outing.
''Shortcut Safari'' is a film in Hindi that revolves around the story of a group of urban children who get trapped in a dense forest during their school outing.
It's a story of exploration and adventure through the experiences of these seven children over three days, who gain values in mutual respect, team-spirit and perseverance on one hand; and the vital relevance of a clean environment with a balanced wildlife on the other.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/shortcut-safari-screened-at-the-national-childrens-film-festival/articleshow/45165527.cms |title=Shortcut Safari screened at the National Children's Film Festival - Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date=2014-11-16 |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>
It's a story of exploration and adventure through the experiences of these seven children over three days, who gain values in mutual respect, team-spirit and perseverance on the one hand; and the vital relevance of a clean environment with a balanced wildlife on the other.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/shortcut-safari-screened-at-the-national-childrens-film-festival/articleshow/45165527.cms |title=Shortcut Safari screened at the National Children's Film Festival - Times of India |publisher=Timesofindia.indiatimes.com |date=2014-11-16 |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>
<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/filmmaker-amitabha-singh-shares-his-views-about-making-films-for-the-young-and-the-innocent/article6599014.ece |title=The little champs |work=The Hindu |date=2014-11-14 |accessdate=2017-03-10|last1=Ravi |first1=S. }}</ref>
<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/filmmaker-amitabha-singh-shares-his-views-about-making-films-for-the-young-and-the-innocent/article6599014.ece |title=The little champs |work=The Hindu |date=2014-11-14 |accessdate=2017-03-10|last1=Ravi |first1=S. }}</ref>
<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailypioneer.com/sunday-edition/sunday-pioneer/backpack/fun-film-about-nature-and-children.html |title=Fun film about Nature & children |publisher=Dailypioneer.com |date=2014-11-16 |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>
<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dailypioneer.com/sunday-edition/sunday-pioneer/backpack/fun-film-about-nature-and-children.html |title=Fun film about Nature & children |publisher=Dailypioneer.com |date=2014-11-16 |accessdate=2017-03-10}}</ref>

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Shortcut Safaari
Directed byAmitabha Singh
Written byAmitabha Singh
Svani Parekh
Produced by
StarringJimmy Sheirgill
Aashi Rawal
Sharvil Patel
Mann Patel
Ugam Khetani
Stuti Dwivedi
Deah Tandon
Hardil Kanabar
CinematographyMrinal Desai
Edited byAtanu Mukharjee
Music byRohit Sharma
Samir-Mana
Production
companies
  • Xebec Films Pvt. Ltd.
  • Amigos Fin-o-tainment
Distributed byRich Juniors Entertainment
Release dates
  • 15 November 2014 (2014-11-15) (NCFF)
  • 29 April 2016 (2016-04-29)[1]
Running time
101 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi

Shortcut Safaari (Hindi:शॉर्टकट सफ़ारी ) is a 2014 Hindi film directed by Amitabha Singh and featuring Bollywood actor Jimmy Sheirgill.[2] The film was initially titled The Trip.[3] Shortcut Safari had its festival premiere at The National Children’s Film Festival (NCFF) on 15 November 2014, established by the Children's Film Society of India (CFSI) in the capital, New Delhi.

Amitabha Singh's debut film, Shortcut Safari, was screened for the audience of Bengal at Nandan (Kolkata) on 24 December 2014. As part of the 4th Kolkata International Children's Film Festival, a special show of the film was organised by Shishu Kishore Academy, an institution under the aegis of the Information and Cultural Affairs Department, Government of West Bengal. [4]

Shortcut Safari is a film in Hindi that revolves around the story of a group of urban children who get trapped in a dense forest during their school outing. It's a story of exploration and adventure through the experiences of these seven children over three days, who gain values in mutual respect, team-spirit and perseverance on the one hand; and the vital relevance of a clean environment with a balanced wildlife on the other.[5] [6] [7] [8] [9]

Cast

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  • Jimmy Sheirgill as Chief Jimmy
  • Aashi Rawal as Tara
  • Sharvil Patel as Rahul
  • Mann Patel as Ankur
  • Ugam Khetani as Sameer
  • Stuti Dwivedi as Hiya
  • Deah Tandon as Shinjini
  • Hardil Kanabar as Krituporno

Synopsis

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Shortcut Safaari' is an entertaining as well as informative, broad spectrum story that revolves around a group of urban, school-going Children (between ages 10 to 14 years)[8] who get stranded - far away from their homes and families! Imagine what will happen when such a bunch of city kids get stuck in the deep of a dense forest! Seven of them... all different and quirky. That too, for three days- completely on their own!! Well... they have their share of fun- Naturally! In 'Shortcut Safaari'. To top it, they have a chance encounter with two poachers; called 'Kaju' and 'Katli' who are roaming the forest in hunt of a rare, clouded leopard 'Jimmy'. The kids manage to subdue the poachers and hold them captive, but that leads to a much bigger confusion... and a fun-filled roller-coaster like experience for the young and the restless! But... Actually... Who is the real Jimmy!? Come to meet him in this entertaining story of exploration and adventure through the eyes of these children. Who, in turn, gain values on mutual respect, team-spirit and perseverance on one hand; and the vital relevance of a sustainable environment with a balanced wild-life on the other. And the kids are- baby 'Tara'; big bully 'Ankur'; smarty 'Krituporno'; fashionable 'Hiya'; brave 'Rahul'; careful 'Samir' and wise 'Shinjini'. So, come and share their experience on 'Shortcut Safaari'!!

Festivals

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Shortcut Safari is a film based on adventure and mystery.[10] The festival screening was an event with Jimmy Shergill, Singh and the cast of the film present on the occasion.[11] Actor Jimmy Shergill stated it was exciting to be part of the project that has a cause.[12] Sheirgill plays a key role in Shortcut Safari that has been directed by Amitabha Singh.[13]

Music

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Shortcut Safaari
Soundtrack album
Released30 March 2016 (2016-03-30)
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length15:11
LanguageHindi
LabelJunglee Music
ProducerXebec Films Pvt. Ltd.

The music album of Shortcut Safaari has 5 different kinds of tracks and offers variety for everyone. Shaan has sung 'Piggy Bank' composed by Samir-Mana. This is a very peppy number in the film which has been picturized on the kids. Sadhana Sargam and Atreyi Bhattacharya have lent their voices to ‘Ek Dhara Ke Jan Gan’ which has been composed by Rohit Sharma. ‘Bako Sufu’, ‘Zor Lagaa De’, ‘Dip Dip Dara’ are some of the other tracks which provide spunk to the album. This adventure film traces the lives of a few school going kids who get lost in a dense forest during their outing.[14][15] Junglee music (Powered by the Times Group) is the official music label of the movie.[citation needed]

No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Bako Sufu[16]"Rohit SharmaRohit SharmaRohit Sharma02.03
2."Ek Dhara Ke Jan Gan"Rohit SharmaRohit SharmaSadhana Sargam, Atreyi Bhattacharya05:24
3."Dip Dip Dara"Ravinder RandhawaRohit SharmaRohit Sharma04: 22
4."Zor Lagaa De"Amitabha SinghSamir-ManaJigraa01:23
5."Piggy Bank"Vijay MauryaSamir-ManaShaan02:19

References

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  1. ^ "Shortcut Safaari - Latest News, Videos, Photos". Bollywood Hungama. 29 April 2016. Archived from the original on 15 March 2016. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  2. ^ The Times of India. "Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Worldnews.com". Article.wn.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  3. ^ "The Trip: Gujarat gears up for a 'Shortcut Safari' - Times of India". The Times of India. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  4. ^ "Thodi Life Thoda Magic: The Good Road cinematographer's film screened at Nandan - Times of India". The Times of India. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  5. ^ "Shortcut Safari screened at the National Children's Film Festival - Times of India". Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 16 November 2014. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  6. ^ Ravi, S. (14 November 2014). "The little champs". The Hindu. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  7. ^ "Fun film about Nature & children". Dailypioneer.com. 16 November 2014. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  8. ^ a b "Jimmy Shergill in an environment-based kid's film, Shortcut Safari". The Indian Express. 28 November 2014. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  9. ^ Lohana, Avinash. "Sheirgill, who will be seen in Shortcut Safari directed by his friend Amitabha Singh gave anod to the film without reading the script". AbsoluteIndia. Archived from the original on 5 December 2014. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
  10. ^ "Shortcut Safari (2016)". IMDb. 29 April 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
  11. ^ "Vancouver Desi South Asian news". Vancouverdesi.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  12. ^ Ahuja, Charu. "Shortcut Safari to screen at International Children's Film fest". Pandolin. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  13. ^ "Why did Jimmy accept 'Shortcut Safari' without reading the script?". Santabanta.com. 28 November 2014. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  14. ^ "Times Music acquires the music rights of adventure children film Shortcut Safaari". Starworldnews.co. 29 April 2016. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  15. ^ "Shaan, Sadhana Sargam launch Shortcut Safari Music | FilmyTown - Bollywood movies Hindi films Hollywood Regional Television". FilmyTown. 2 April 2016. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
  16. ^ "A song in 'coded' language for 'Shortcut Safari'". Radioandmusic.com. Retrieved 10 March 2017.
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