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Sobhita Dhulipala reveals how ‘Monkey Man’ changed her life

Actress Sobhita Dhulipala credits Dev Patel's Monkey Man for changing her life. She opened up about her journey in the entertainment industry and the "idea of a mainstream commercial film star" in India. When asked whether Monkey Man changed her life, she told Deadline, “Would it release at all? Where?…

Prachi Desai: Success in the sounds of Silence

PRACHI DESAI is one of the few talents who have transitioned smoothly from from big TV success to film stardom. After getting significant attention in Ekta Kapoor’s popular daily soap Kasamh Se (2006-2008), she made an impactful Bollywood debut in the hit 2008 film Rock On. She hasn’t looked back…

Who is Dhruv Rathee and why has he been in…

In the midst of India's election fervour, one name has been making waves across social media platforms: Dhruv Rathee. A YouTuber and social media activist, Rathee has garnered attention for his commentary on political and social issues. With over 21.56 million subscribers (combined) and over 4 billion (combined) views, Rathee's…

SS Rajamouli announces animated series ‘Baahubali: Crown of Blood’

Director SS Rajamouli has announced Baahubali: Crown of Blood, an animated series set in the universe of his two-part period epic Baahubali. Set in the fictional kingdom of Mahishmati, the box office success of the Baahubali movies took Telugu cinema national and eventually global. It starred Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka…

Babita: From a film icon to fierce mother

CUTTING her promising career short for marriage means Babita perhaps doesn’t get the credit she deserves. An action-packed seven years saw the strikingly beautiful actress star in a number of hit films, become a fashion icon and show off her impressive talent. She was then brave enough to walk away…

BBC restructures in India to comply with local rules

The BBC’s restructuring of its India operations to comply with the country’s foreign direct investment (FDI) rules was completed last Wednesday (10) with the launch of Collective Newsroom, an independent entity with the public broadcaster as its first client. The Indian-owned company replaces BBC World Service India and will continue…

Akshay Kumar to make Telugu cinema debut with ‘Kannappa’

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has boarded the cast of the Vishnu Manchu-starrer Kannappa, the makers announced on Tuesday. While details about Kumar's role are unknown, the film marks the actor's Telugu cinema debut. Manchu, who plays the titular role in Kannappa, shared the news of Kumar's casting on his official…

Bollywood marriages are loveless, people get hitched for clout: Nora…

Actress-dancer Nora Fatehi recently shared her thoughts on the motivations behind certain marriages in the film industry, suggesting that many people get married for the sake of gaining "clout" rather than love. Nora Fatehi shared during an interview on BeerBiceps that she is aware of many individuals who attach themselves…

New ad featuring Rajamouli and cricketer David Warner goes viral

Can CRED ads get more creative? CRED is more famous for the advertisement campaigns they have had since their launch. Be it taking Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra or casting the 90s singers in their advertisement, trending yet nostalgic, CRED has won the hearts of all generations. This time again,…

How south Indian cinema took over Bollywood

There was a time when Bollywood was hit and pumping good movies with maar-dhaad masala action. But gradually, this attention to action and stunts shifted to south Indian cinema, where the action was portrayed in a very unique manner, with punches and swooshes, unrealistic yet thrilling hero actions that made…

‘Sikander’: Salman Khan announces his next film on Eid

Superstar Salman Khan on Thursday announced that his next film has been titled Sikander and will be released in theatres across the country on Eid 2025. Salman will play the titular role in the movie, which will be directed by A R Murugadoss. The project will be produced by Sajid…

Birthday special: Top 10 films of Ram Gopal Varma

RAM GOPAL VARMA has been entertaining audiences in various Indian languages ever since he made his debut as a writer/director with the hit Telugu film Siva in 1989. In a rollercoaster career filled with highs, lows and unexpected twists, the cinema maverick has delivered movies in a wide array of…

Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddharth tie the knot

Actor couple Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth tied the knot on Wednesday. Reports of the duo getting married were doing rounds on social media the whole day, but there was no confirmation from either of the actors or their representatives. The news of Aditi and Siddharth tying the knot was…

All about Prabhu Deva

A COOL combination of dance, choreography, acting, and filmmaking has given Prabhu Deva one of the most multifaceted cinema careers. This has resulted in stunning songs, hit films, and winning performances from the multi-talented performer in a variety of languages. The popular film star turns a year older on April…

Team ‘RRR’ marks 2 years of SS Rajamouli film

The team of RRR on Monday marked two years of the blockbuster film's release, calling the SS Rajamouli directorial "the most celebrated film" in Indian cinema. Released on March 25, 2022, RRR followed a pre-independence fictional story woven around two real-life Indian revolutionaries — Alluri Sitarama Raju, played by Ram Charan,…

Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor start filming ‘RC 16’

Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor kickstarted the shooting of their upcoming film tentatively titled RC16 with a Pooja ceremony. On Wednesday, makers held a Pooja ceremony, where Janhvi and Ram were spotted together. Ram's wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela, father Chiranjeevi, and Janhvi's father Boney Kapoor were present at the event.…

Dhanush releases first poster of Ilaiyaraaja biopic

National Award winner Dhanush on Wednesday unveiled the first poster of his upcoming movie based on the life of legendary music composer Ilaiyaraaja. Titled Ilaiyaraaja, the movie will be directed by Arun Matheswaran, who recently helmed Dhanush's latest release, Captain Miller. Dhanush shared the poster of the film on his…

Prime Video unveils 2024 India slate

Prime Video today unveiled its most ambitious and diverse content slate to date in India at its second Prime Video Presents India showcase, with close to 70 series and movies, with most of them premiering on the service over the next 2 years. With 40 Original series and movies, and…

Janhvi Kapoor joins Ram Charan in his next

Actress Janhvi Kapoor has booked her second Telugu project in RRR star Ram Charan's 16th film, the makers on Wednesday said. The upcoming movie, currently titled RC 16, is being directed by Buchi Babu Sana. Production house Mythri Movie Makers made the announcement on the occasion of Jahnvi’s 27th birthday.…

Avantika says she’s proud of her Indian heritage

SOUTH Asian women taking centre stage in series such as Bridgerton and One Day was long overdue, Indian American actress Avantika, who plays Karen Shetty in the new iteration of the popular teen comedy, Mean Girls, has said. This is not the first acting gig for the 19-year-old, born to…

Khan trio dances to ‘Naatu Naatu’ at Anant-Radhika’s pre-wedding bash

Bollywood's three Khans -- Shah Rukh, Salman, and Aamir -- showed off their bromance on-stage on the second day of the grand pre-wedding event of billionaire Mukesh Ambani's son Anant and his fiancée Radhika Merchant. And what better than grooving to the tune of "Naatu Naatu", the high-spirited Oscar-winning Telugu…

Hollywood remake of ‘Drishyam’ in the works

Production house Panorama Studios on Thursday said it has teamed up with Gulfstream Pictures and JOAT Films for the Hollywood remake of the Drishyam franchise. Panorama Studios has acquired the international remake rights to the Malayalam movies Drishyam 1 & 2 from the original producers Aashirvad Cinemas. The film series…

Upcoming south Indian films set to entertain audiences

THE spotlight shifting towards south Indian cinema has resulted in big box-office returns, critical acclaim and international attention. Renowned for their distinctiveness, cultural richness, grandeur and mass appeal, south Indian films have now become a subject of global interest. Here are 10 top south Indian movies to watch out for…

Manmohan Desai: Magician of the Bollywood masala entertainer

LEGENDARY filmmaker Manmohan Desai was at the forefront of popularising the masala entertainer in Bollywood, which is a genre that incorporates everything from comedy to romance, drama, deep emotion and action, all in one film. He was, at one time, the undisputed king of the box office and had a…

Khushi Kapoor remembers mother Sridevi on death anniversary

On actress Sridevi's death anniversary, her daughter Khushi Kapoor shared a heartwarming throwback picture in which her mother can be seen posing with her and sister Janhvi. Khushi took to Instagram stories to post the photo. The late actress looks beautiful in a blue saree and her hair is tied…

Devi Sri Prasad: Master of rhythm and melody

DEVI SRI PRASAD made history in London with back-to-back arena concerts in Telugu and Tamil over an action-packed weekend in January,. The two blockbuster shows confirmed that the musician is one of India’s most popular and talented artists. It added to the singer, songwriter and composer’s impressive achievements, which include…

Prime Video hosts screening of ‘Poacher’ in London

Prime Video on Sunday hosted a special screening of its much-awaited crime series Poacher in London. Written, created, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta and produced by QC Entertainment, Poacher features an accomplished ensemble cast including Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya. The series is a riveting…

Deepika Padukone to present honour at BAFTA Awards

Actress Deepika Padukone will present an award at the upcoming BAFTA Film Awards, set to be held on Sunday evening. Padukone, 38, shared the list of confirmed presenters issued by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) on her Instagram Story on Tuesday. "Gratitude," she captioned the post.…

India awards top honour to former prime ministers, green revolution…

THE decision to award India's Bharat Ratna to former prime ministers P V Narasimha Rao and Charan Singh and green revolution pioneer M S Swaminathan has taken the number of recipients of the country’s highest civilian award to 53, five of them within 2024, maximum in a year so far.…

Chiranjeevi receives a tribute at Times square after Padma honour

Veteran Indian actor Chiranjeevi, who predominantly stars in Telugu-language films in India, was conferred the prestigious Padma Vibhushan Award for his contribution to Indian cinema by the Government of India on the eve of the 75th Republic Day. Expressing his gratitude for receiving the honour, the actor wrote on X,…

Netflix sets Jan 26 release for ‘Animal’

Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Animal will start streaming on Netflix from January 26, the platform announced on Thursday. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film also stars Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Triptii Dimri. Animal, which hit the screens on December 1, went on to become one of the highest-earning…

Top 30 under 30 to watch in 2024

AN EXCITING young generation of south Asian creative talent is continuing to add new elements to popular culture with a cool approach. While some have already made an impressive mark with a brilliant body of work, others are showing real potential to be future gamechangers. They are all making themselves…

Netflix unveils post-theatrical Tamil film slate

Netflix on Wednesday announced that nine Tamil movies, including Ajith's Vidaa Muyarchi, Kamal Haasan's Indian 2, and Vikram's Thangalaan, will stream on its platform in 2024 after their theatrical exhibition. The titles also include Vijay Sethupathi's Maharaja, Keerthy Suresh's Kannivedi and Revolver Reeta, actor Sivakarthikeyan's next feature, RJ Balaji's SorgaVaasal…

Netflix to stream ‘Devara’, ‘Pushpa 2’ and more Telugu titles…

NTR Jr's Devara, Pushpa 2: The Rule starring Allu Arjun, and Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire featuring Prabhas are part of Netflix's 12 Telugu films slate, which will be available on the streamer in 2024 after their theatrical exhibition. This year Netflix will also be home to other Telugu titles…

Prabhas announces his next ‘The Raja Saab’

Following the success of Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire, actor Prabhas on Monday announced his next film The Raja Saab on the festive occasion of Pongal. According to the makers, the upcoming movie is a "spellbinding romantic horror entertainer", which will be directed by Maruthi. The Raja Saab will be…

AR Rahman onboards Ram Charan’s next

On the occasion of music maestro AR Rahman's birthday, actor Ram Charan took to social media and shared an interesting update. While wishing Rahman a happy birthday, Ram Charan announced that the 'Jai Ho' music composer has come on board for his upcoming film which is tentatively titled 'RC 16'.…

24 entertaining things to look forward to in 2024

WITH so many great-looking concerts, theatre productions, films, comebacks of popular stars and more already in the pipeline, 2024 looks set to be a thrilling and action-packed year. There will also be new talent, surprises, horizon-expanding moments, great music, free shows, and events celebrating the best in south Asian popular…

Shah Rukh’s ‘Dunki’ crosses £40 million mark globally

Shah Rukh Khan’s latest film Dunki has crossed the £40 million mark in gross worldwide collection, the makers said on Tuesday. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the comedy-drama opened to mixed reviews upon its release on December 21. Red Chillies Entertainment, one of the production houses behind Dunki, shared the movie…

Prabhas thanks fans for making ‘Salaar’ a big success

Actor Prabhas on Monday wished his fans a happy new year and thanked them for showering love on his latest release Salaar: Part One - Ceasefire. Directed by Prashanth Neel, Salaar: Part One - Ceasefire hit the screens on December 22. Also starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, the film has grossed over…

‘Naatu Naatu’, ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ find mention in Modi’s ‘Mann…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted India's twin wins at Oscars 2023 for the song "Naatu Naatu" from RRR and the documentary short The Elephant Whisperers in his last Mann Ki Baat address for 2023. In the 108th episode of the radio broadcast, the prime minister said the…

2023: When Bollywood made a spectacular theatrical comeback

The year that marked the triumphant return of the alpha male to the big screen and ageing star Shah Rukh Khan fronting Bollywood’s march back to the box office after Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki with Sunny Deol and Karan Johar walking alongside, reviving their careers and the fortunes of the…

Prabhas to collaborate with director Maruthi for his next

Actor Prabhas is set to collaborate with Telugu director Maruthi for an upcoming feature film, the makers said on Friday. The movie, which will be the 24th film of Prabhas' career, was announced by the production banner People Media Factory on microblogging site X. The studio said the movie's title…

Prabhas’ ‘Salaar’ registers record opening

Prabhas-starrer Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire grossed over £17 million at the worldwide box office on the first day, registering the record for the best opening day figure for any Indian title in 2023, its makers said on Saturday. Production house Hombale Films shared the day one collection of the…

ZEE5 Global docuseries ‘Koose Munisamy Veerappan’ earns 9.1 IMDb rating

ZEE5 Global, the world's largest streaming platform for South Asian content, has captured the hearts of viewers across the globe with its latest docuseries Koose Munisamy Veerappan. Within 2 weeks of its release, the six-episode-long series has recorded an impressive 9.1 rating on IMDb. Through an interesting blend of real-life…

Month-by-month guide to Hindi film highs and lows from the…

EVERY month of 2023 had its winners and losers, with successes being balanced out by less-than-memorable moments. Eastern Eye looks back on some of the Bollywood highs and lows from the past year, with a month-by-month guide. January  Good: Shah Rukh Khan reclaimed his crown as the king of Bollywood…

Prabhas says Rajamouli encouraged him to do ‘Salaar’

Prabhas says he often seeks advice from SS Rajamouli on his future projects and when filmmaker Prashanth Neel approached the actor for Salaar, the Baahubali director asked him to grab the opportunity with both hands. Prabhas and Neel are awaiting the release of Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire, which hits…

Best British Asian moments of 2023 in music

A THRILLING year for British Asian music saw everything from much-awaited single releases to world-class performances by international artists in sold-out arenas. Newcomers breaking through, the rise of devotional music, established names making headlines, melas, music festivals and an interesting comeback were among the noteworthy events. Eastern Eye decided to…

Mrunal Thakur shares fan-girl moment with Daniel Radcliffe

Actress Mrunal Thakur shared a fan-girl moment as she met the Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe in New York. Taking to Instagram, Mrunal shared a video on her stories in which Daniel Radcliffe is seen clicking selfies with his fans and Mrunal can be heard screaming from in the background,…

Top 50 Asian stars of 2023

A GROUND-BREAKING year in entertainment saw glass ceilings shattered, greater heights conquered, creative horizons expanded, and new paths carved globally. There was also ground-breaking work, international crossovers, and exciting new talent announcing their arrival. Top south Asian talent from diverse fields were at the forefront of the marvellous moves being…

‘KGF’ star Yash announces his next

After the massive success of KGF: Chapter 1 and KGF: Chapter 2 actor Yash is set to return to the big screen. On Friday, Yash announced the title of his next film with a special teaser video. Taking to X, Yash shared a post which he captioned, "'What you seek…

Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ raises £50 million globally

Ranbir Kapoor’s latest film Animal has set the global box office on fire. The action-drama film has crossed the £50 million mark at the worldwide box office, the makers announced on Thursday. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Animal hit cinemas on December 1 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.…

Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ nearing £50 million-mark

The recently released action-drama film Animal has earned approximately £48.1 million gross at the worldwide box office within five days of the release, the makers said on Wednesday. Fronted by Ranbir Kapoor and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film released on December 1 in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and…

‘Animal’ delivers biggest Monday of all time

Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal has won audiences’ hearts with amazing performances and gripping storytelling, and while its victory march continues, the Sandeep Reddy Vanga has hit another milestone. The film had its biggest Monday at the Box Office as it earned over £4 million on Monday, gaining the blockbuster status.…

‘Animal’: Ranbir delivers his biggest opener

Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, got off to a flying start at the box office. The film was released in theatres on December 1 and competed at the box office with Meghna Gulzar's Sam Bahadur. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film minted over £6 million…

Prabhas ‘most violent man’ in ‘Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire’…

The makers of Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire on Friday released the trailer of the upcoming film on social media which gave viewers a glimpse into the world of the "most violent man", played by Prabhas. Directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films, the movie…

Mahesh Babu calls Ranbir Kapoor “best actor in India”

Actor Ranbir Kapoor is currently busy promoting his upcoming action thriller film Animal. On Monday, team Animal including Ranbir, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, and Anil Kapoor headed to Hyderabad for a special event to promote their film where south superstar Mahesh Babu and ace director SS Rajamouli also joined the…

Ranbir gets daughter’s name inked on collarbone

There's no greater feeling than embracing parenthood and Ranbir Kapoor is no exception, as he got her daughter Raha's name inked on her collarbone. Ranbir, who is busy promoting his upcoming action thriller Animal, recently revealed his tattoo. A video of Ranbir went viral on social media in which he…

This industry requires patience and sacrifices: Ranbir

In his little over a 15-year career, Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor says many lessons have been learned but patience and sacrifice are the two key elements an aspiring actor should swear by. Ranbir made his debut with 2007's Saawariya and is regarded as one of the most talented actors of…

Ranbir a mix of Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and…

As an actor, Ranbir Kapoor has no limitations, says filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, who believes he has presented the star in a never-seen-before avatar in their upcoming film Animal. The movie revolves around a father and son and their troubled bond, played by Anil Kapoor and Ranbir. It is set…

Gadar girl’s great return

IT’S TRUE that Ameesha Patel set foot in Bollywood with blockbuster hit Kaho Na Pyaar Hai in 2000, but it was her damsel-in-distress character of Sakeena Ali in Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001) that took her to an entirely new level of fame. After a massive gap of 22 years,…

Banita Sandhu boards ‘Goodachari’ sequel

Actress-model Banita Sandhu is set to star in G2, the sequel to the 2018 Telugu film Goodachari starring Adivi Sesh, the makers said on Monday. Sandhu, known for movies such as October and Sardar Udham, will star opposite Sesh in the upcoming action spy thriller to be directed by Vinay…

Aga Khan Development Network presents ‘Delhi and Hyderabad: A Green…

The High Commission of India in collaboration with the Ismaili Centre, and the Nehru Centre, London are jointly hosting an exhibition entitled “Delhi and Hyderabad: A Green Renaissance” from 18 to 25 November 2023. This exhibition will highlight projects in India by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, a press…

Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3’ raises £30 million globally

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s latest action thriller Tiger 3 is unstoppable at the box office. The film, which hit cinemas on August 12 in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, has been performing exceptionally well not only in India but also across the globe. Tiger 3 has grossed over £30 million at…

V Shantaram: Life and times of a cinema giant

THERE is enough compelling evidence to suggest that V Shantaram was perhaps the most important Indian filmmaker of the 20th century. Whether it was technical innovations, pathbreaking work, expanding the horizons of Indian cinema or an incredibly fearless approach, he left behind an impressive body of work and countless magic…

Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3’ raises £10 million in two days

Salman Khan's latest film Tiger 3 crossed the £10 million mark at the domestic box office on the second day of its release, production house Yash Raj Films (YRF) said on Tuesday. Directed by Maneesh Sharma and also starring Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi, the much-anticipated film released on Sunday…

Ram Charan poses with Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, Venkatesh Daggubati…

This festive season kicked off in grandeur as the power couple Ram Charan and Upasana played host to a Diwali celebration at their home in Hyderabad. From JR NTR, Venkatesh Daggubati, and Mahesh Babu, celebrities gathered under one roof for a special party. Mahesh Babu's wife Namrata Shirodkar on Sunday…

Telugu actor Chandra Mohan passes away after cardiac arrest

Veteran Telugu actor Chandra Mohan passed away after a cardiac arrest at Hyderabad's Apollo Hospital on Saturday. The 82-year-old actor breathed his last on Saturday morning around 9.57 am at Hyderabad's Apollo Hospital, Jagan, the public relations officer (PRO) of Apollo Hospital, informed. According to reports, the final farewell and…

Kamal Haasan unveils statue of superstar Ghattamaneni Krishna

Legendary actor Kamal Haasan on Friday unveiled the statue of veteran actor Ghattamaneni Krishna, one of the top actors of his era in Vijayawada. Kamal Haasan along with East Constituency YSRCP in charge Devineni Avinash unveiled the statue of Krishna installed in Guru Nanak Colony. During media interaction, YSRCP East…

Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif to celebrate Diwali in style with…

One of the most successful on-screen pairs of Indian cinema, Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, who have never had a Diwali release together, are super excited to celebrate this festival with Tiger 3. Taking to Instagram, Salman shared a picture featuring the pair to wish fans Diwali in advance. In…

Indian student dies after stabbing at US gym

THE 24-year-old Indian student from Telangana, who was stabbed at a fitness centre in Indiana, US, has succumbed to his injuries, the university where he was studying has said. Varun Raj Pucha, a Computer Science student at Valparaiso University, was stabbed in the head with a knife by the assailant…

Samantha on her divorce, myositis and recent flops

Popular Telugu actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has opened up about her divorce from co-star Naga Chaitanya, her health issues as well as her recent flops. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar India, the actress admitted that she hit an “all-time low” when she was diagnosed with myositis while undergoing a…

Baazigar bad guy that turned Shah Rukh Khan into a…

ALTHOUGH Shah Rukh Khan made his Bollywood debut in 1992, it was his 1993 release Baazigar, which gained him big global attention. His dastardly portrayal of a duplicitous individual, who goes on a murderous revenge mission, kick-started a rapid rise to the very top of Hindi cinema for the actor.…

Mahesh Babu shares picture with Venkatesh

Actor Mahesh Babu on Sunday shared a picture with his "big brother" and actor Venkatesh Daggubati. Mahesh Babu took to his Instagram story and treated fans with a picture from the gathering. Mahesh Babu is seen wearing an orange sweatshirt that he paired with denim, while Venkatesh is dressed in…

‘Tiger 3’ promo: Salman and Emraan engage in thrilling fight

Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif's Tiger 3 is one of the most eagerly anticipated films of the year. The makers have increased the excitement of the fans by sharing a new promo that gives a glimpse of high-octane action sequences and a gripping face-off between Emraan Hashmi and Salman. Yash…

Indian student stabbed in US remains on life support

AN Indian student, who was stabbed at a fitness centre in the US over the weekend, continues to be in a critical condition and is on life support, sources said. P Varun Raj, a Computer Science student, was stabbed with a knife in the temple by the assailant, Jordan Andrade,…

After Jr NTR, Academy welcomes Ram Charan to member class…

After Jr NTR, Ram Charan has now become the newest member of the Actors Branch of the Academy. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) made the announcement on Instagram on Thursday, welcoming Ram Charan and other celebrities as new members of the Actors Branch. "Through their nuanced…

Karan Johar, Guneet Monga to adapt French hit ‘The Intouchables’

Karan Johar's Dharma Production and Guneet Monga's Sikhya Entertainment on Saturday announced their second collaboration, an adaptation of French hit The Intouchables. The Hindi-language film will be directed by Collin D'Cunha, best known for assisting on movies such as Sanju, Secret Superstar, and Shaandaar. The original film, which released in…

Priyanka sends best wishes to cousin over her stint in…

Actress Priyanka Chopra gave a shoutout to her cousin Mannara Chopra who is currently seen as a participant in Bigg Boss 17. Taking to Instagram Story, Priyanka shared a throwback picture with Mannara and wrote, "Throwback to little @memannara Good Luck little one," followed by a red heart, folded hands,…

Academy welcomes Jr NTR to Actor’s Branch

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) on Thursday welcomed RRR star Jr NTR to its Actor's Branch. The Academy posted a note on its official Instagram page, announcing the Telugu cinema star as part of the prestigious group which also includes Ke Huy Quan, Marsha Stephanie Blake,…

‘Sultan of Delhi’ actress takes offence over ‘sex’ label to…

Actress Mehreen Pirzada says she feels saddened that a sequence in her debut streaming series Sultan of Delhi depicting marital rape has been labelled as a sex scene in sections of the mainstream media and social media. This kind of description "trivialises a serious issue that many women the world…

Allu Arjun shares memories from National Film Awards ceremony

Telugu star Allu Arjun, who was honoured with the Best Actor Award at the 69th National Film Awards on Tuesday, expressed his gratitude and shared several memories from the ceremony. He received the award for his role in Pushpa: The Rise - Part 1. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the award.…

Waheeda Rehman, Alia Bhatt, Allu Arjun and other winners honoured…

Indian President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday presented screen icon Waheeda Rehman with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award and honoured other winners of the 69th National Film Awards, including popular stars Allu Arjun, Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon. The National Film Awards were announced in August honouring the best in cinema…

Waheeda Rehman receives Dadasaheb Phalke Award

Screen icon Waheeda Rehman on Tuesday became the eighth woman artiste to receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest recognition in the field of Indian cinema, an honour she dedicated to her "dear film industry" and its various departments. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award to Rehman, 85, during…

YRF drops trailer for Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3’

The makers of the upcoming action thriller film Tiger 3 on Monday unveiled the film's official trailer. Taking to Instagram, Salman Khan shared a glimpse of the trailer:   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Salman Khan (@beingsalmankhan) Directed by Maneesh Sharma, Tiger 3 stars Salman…

Saloni: The language of making magical music

A WIDE array of songs in different languages and genres has demonstrated that Saloni is an exciting young British Asian music talent. The versatile singer has shown off her impressive range on stunning cover versions, superb solo singles and cool collaborations in a relatively short space of time. With more…

Shah Rukh’s ‘Jawan’ crosses £110 million mark at worldwide box…

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's high-octane thriller Jawan has raised over £110 million gross at the worldwide box office, the makers have said. Production house Red Chillies Entertainment on Friday evening shared the film's latest collection on microblogging site X. "Jawan Making & breaking box office records every day," the post read,…

Raja Kumari excited to start ‘The Bridge World Tour’ from…

Grammy Award-nominated rapper Raja Kumari is set to kickstart her 'The Bridge World' tour from her ancestral hometown Hyderabad. "I am very excited to start the tour in Hyderabad, my ancestral hometown. The Bridge World Tour is a manifestation straight off my vision board. Paying homage to my roots by…

SRK’s ‘Jawan’ becomes highest grossing Hindi film, surpasses ‘Gadar 2’

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s recently released action thriller Jawan continues to achieve new heights. The film has now emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film in the country. On Thursday, the film collected an impressive figure, taking its total collection to £50.25 million. With this, SRK’s action thriller has surpassed…

‘Animal’ Teaser: Ranbir Kapoor starrer packs a wild punch

The makers on Thursday dropped the teaser of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s much-anticipated directorial Animal, igniting the screen with an untamed ferocity that will leave the audience on the edge of their seats. With just a brief glimpse of this Ranbir Kapoor starrer, it manages to convey the raw power, intrigue,…

From ‘Guide’ to ‘Pyaasa’: Top 10 best movies of Waheeda…

Waheeda Rehman, who is considered one of the finest actresses of Hindi cinema, is set to receive this year’s Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award. Rehman, 85, began her acting career in 1955 with Telugu films Rojulu Maraayi and Jayasimha, but it was her debut in Hindi with Dev Anand’s 1956…

Dadasaheb Phalke Award for actress Waheeda Rehman

Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman will be honoured with this year's Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest recognition in the field of Indian cinema, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur said on Tuesday. Regarded as one of India's finest actresses, Rehman is best known for films including Pyaasa, CID, Guide,…

Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ raises £100 million worldwide

Shah Rukh Khan’s action-thriller film Jawan is unstoppable at the box office. The film, which entered cinemas on September 6, has been smashing one record after another ever since its release. The Atlee directorial has now achieved a remarkable milestone as the film has pocketed an impressive £100 million at…

SS Rajamouli to present biopic on ‘Father of Indian Cinema’

SS Rajamouli on Tuesday announced that he will be presenting the upcoming feature film Made In India, a biopic on 'Father of Indian Cinema' Dadasaheb Phalke. The RRR filmmaker said the script moved him emotionally when he heard the narration. "When I first heard the narration, it moved me emotionally like…

‘Chance to proudly represent India’: Manushi on her London Fashion…

Former Miss World and Bollywood actress Manushi Chhillar is set to make her debut at London Fashion Week 2023. She will be walking the runway in creations by renowned designer Rocky Star. Excited about her debut at the London Fashion Week, Chhillar said, "I am thrilled about my debut at…

Kamal Haasan-starrer ‘Pushpak’ to re-release in theatres

Pushpak, the 1987 film starring Kamal Haasan, will be re-released in cinema halls soon, the makers have announced. Directed by Singeetham Srinivasa Rao, the black comedy drama was premiered on November 27, 1987. Originally titled Pushpaka Vimana in Kannada, the film was released as Pushpaka Vimanam in Telugu, Pesum Padam…

Jr NTR bags Best Actor award at South Indian International…

Actor Jr NTR won Best Actor award at the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) for his powerful performance in RRR. The award ceremony took place in Dubai on Friday night. While receiving the trophy, Jr NTR expressed gratitude to his fans and the whole RRR team. He said, "I…

‘Jawan’ stands for honesty, goodness and love: Shah Rukh Khan

Jawan represents every Indian and it is an emotion that stands for "honesty, goodness and love", Shah Rukh Khan said on Friday, decoding what the film, which has become the superstar's second blockbuster of the year, means to him and the team. Critics have praised Jawan, directed by Tamil filmmaker…

Great Bollywood start for gifted Gadar 2 girl Simratt Kaur…

BLOCKBUSTER film Gadar 2 has been this year’s biggest Hindi cinema success story. Although all eyes have been on established stars Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, the hit sequel has been a star-making moment for Simratt Kaur Randhawa. After appearances in Telugu cinema and popular music videos, the talented young…

‘Jawan’ review: Action entertainer has Shah Rukh Khan back to…

AFTER enjoying massive success in south Indian cinema, ace director Atlee makes his foray into Bollywood with this commercial entertainer, which was also made available in Tamil and Telugu. Although action is very much at the forefront of this big budget film, there are plenty of surprises and unexpected turns…

Vivek Agnihotri on new film ‘The Vaccine War’: Enemies of…

Filmmaker Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri on Tuesday claimed his directorial The Vaccine War will "expose the usual suspects" who tried to sabotage the development of an indigenous vaccine during the Covid-19 pandemic for their political agenda. The film, according to the director, is India's "first-ever bio-science" movie. It is based on…

Vivek Agnihotri shares first poster of ‘The Vaccine War’

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri on Saturday released the first poster of his next feature directorial venture The Vaccine War. The film stars Anupam Kher, Nana Patekar, Sapthami Gowda, and Pallavi Joshi in the lead roles. Agnihotri, known for directing films such as The Kashmir Files and Hate Story, shared the poster…

Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ emerges as Bollywood’s biggest opener

Shah Rukh Khan's much-anticipated film Jawan finally hit cinemas yesterday, September 7, 2023. And as expected, it set the box office on fire. According to reports, Jawan has emerged as Bollywood’s biggest opener by pocketing a whopping £6.5 million on Day 1, beating Khan’s previous film Pathaan by a good…

Kangana praises SRK for ‘Jawan’: Bowing down to your perseverance,…

Shah Rukh Khan is the cinema god for not just hugs and dimples but also for world saving, says Kangana Ranaut, praising the superstar for his transformation into a "mass superhero" with the new movie Jawan. The Atlee directorial, which is Shah Rukh's second release of 2023 after Pathaan, opened…

Shah Rukh Khan to fans: Love you for loving ‘Jawan’

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday said he is “overwhelmed” by the outpouring of love for Jawan and promised fans that he would take time out to thank them for watching his latest film in cinema halls. Jawan opened on Thursday across the world with several viewers flooding theatres in…

SRK’s ‘Jawan’ gets off to rumbustious start with drumbeats and…

With crackers and confetti, dancing and drumbeats, and whistles galore, Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan got off to an exuberant start on Thursday morning with audiences streaming into theatres across India– all the way from Srinagar to Chennai. The thriller in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu is directed by South filmmaker Atlee,…

Mahesh Babu gives shout-out to ‘Jawan’, Shah Rukh Khan reacts

Ahead of the release of the much-anticipated Bollywood film Jawan, well-known Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu wished Shah Rukh Khan luck for the film's massive success. Mahesh Babu took to X and wrote, "It's time for #Jawan!!! The frenzy and power of @iamsrk are on full display!! Wishing the team an…

Asha Bhosle, who changed face of Indian commercial music, turns…

IN TERMS of ability, longevity, versatility, body of work and global impact, Asha Bhosle is regarded by most as India’s greatest singer of all time.  Born on September 8, 1933, the most recorded artist in history changed the face of commercial music in India and entertained countless people across different…

‘I’m very proud’: Muttiah Muralitharan as Sachin Tendulkar unveils trailer…

Sri Lankan cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan is excited as the trailer for his biopic film titled 800 was launched on Tuesday. Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and former Sri Lankan all-rounder Sanath Jayasuriya unveiled the official trailer in Mumbai. “I am very proud because they came (Sachin Tendulkar and Sanath Jayasuriya)…

SRK visits Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati ahead of…

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Tuesday offered prayers at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in the hill town of Tirumala in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh, days before the release of his much-anticipated film Jawan. The 58-year-old superstar was accompanied by his daughter Suhana Khan, Jawan co-star Nayanthara, her…

Prime Video unveils trailer for ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’

Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment destination, today launched the trailer of its upcoming fiction crime thriller Amazon Original series Bambai Meri Jaan. Produced by Excel Media and Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani, Kassim Jagmagia, and Farhan Akhtar, with the story by S. Hussain Zaidi, Bambai Meri Jaan is created by Rensil…

Prabhas’ ‘Salaar’ release gets postponed

Salaar fans will have to wait since the film's producers have changed the scheduled release date. Titled Salaar Part-1: Ceasefire the film stars Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, Salaar has been delayed. Fukrey 3 also has shifted its release date.…

Salman Khan unveils first poster of ‘Tiger 3’, confirms Diwali…

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan on Saturday shared the first poster of Tiger 3, the fifth chapter of Yash Raj Film's spy universe. Directed by Maneesh Sharma, Tiger 3 will see Khan and Katrina Kaif return as spy agents – Tiger and Zoya. The movie, which follows Ek Tha Tiger (2012)…

Vikrant Massey to be seen in Ruskin Bond’s story adaptation

Actor Vikrant Massey is on a roll. The actor who is gearing up for the release of his next film 12th Fail is set for another exciting venture. The Haseen Dillruba actor is collaborating with debutant director Niranjan Iyengar's film in which he is playing the lead in one of…

‘Jawan’ Trailer: SRK-starrer promises action, drama and punchy dialogues

The official trailer of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan has arrived and it promises to take the fans on a ride filled with action, emotions, and powerful dialogues. The trailer comes just seven days ahead of the Atlee directorial's release in three languages -- Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu -- possibly the…

Oscar winner MM Keeravani lauds Kangana Ranaut’s ‘Chandramukhi 2’ performance

Oscar winner MM Keeravani heaped praise on Kangana Ranaut for her role in Chandramukhi 2 at the movie’s audio launch event. Chandramukhi 2 team had its grand audio launch in Chennai on Friday. The event was attended by several celebs from the Tamil film industry. “She has given a stunning…

SRK unveils his ‘many faces of justice’ from ‘Jawan’

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday dropped a brand-new poster of Jawan that showcases his many avatars from the much-awaited movie. The new poster was shared by Khan and Red Chillies Entertainment on X, formerly Twitter, and gives a glimpse at his five looks from the movie, including the…

Salman Khan’s ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’ to release…

Actor Salman Khan on Friday announced that his recent release Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan is set to release in Bangladesh today. Taking to Instagram, Salman dropped the poster along with the release announcement. As soon as Salman shared the news, the actor’s fans showed more excitement for his…

Good cinema gets acknowledged: Bhansali as ‘Gangubai…’ wins 5 National…

Good cinema gets acknowledged and a pat on the back from a respectful jury always brings joy, filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali said on Thursday after his lavishly-mounted period biopic Gangubai Kathiawadi won five National Film Awards, including Best Actress honour for Alia Bhatt. Bhansali won two awards -- for best…

69th National Film Awards: Alia, Kriti share Best Actress, Allu…

The 69th National Film Awards were announced at a press conference in New Delhi today. Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon share the Best Actress award for their performances in Gangubai Kathiawadi and Mimi, respectively. Telugu superstar Allu Arjun, on the other hand, was named Best Actor for his successful film…

Vijay Deverakonda shares his working experience with Samantha in ‘Kushi’

Actor Vijay Deverakonda is presently busy promoting his upcoming Telugu film Kushi, which is written and directed by Shiva Nirvana, and also stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu opposite him. Deverakonda shared his experience of working with co-star Samantha and the director, Shiva. Vijay told ANI, "The entire process of shooting it…

10 reasons to get excited about Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’

THE next big Bollywood blockbuster release is action entertainer Jawan. Shah Rukh Khan headlines the unique looking film and will be hoping to carry on the momentum generated by his super hit thriller Pathaan earlier this year. The September 7 release has been shrouded in secrecy since it went into…

UV Creations announces Chiranjeevi’s 157th film on his birthday

Veteran star Chiranjeevi is set to star in his 157th feature film produced by UV Creations, the banner announced on Tuesday on the occasion of the actor's birthday. Chiranjeevi, who turned 68 today, will feature in the film written and directed by Vassishta. UV Creations shared the film announcement on…

Success of ‘Gadar 2’ has blown everyone’s brains away: Karan…

Filmmaker Karan Johar has applauded the overwhelming response that Sunny Deol and Ameesha Petel’s film Gadar 2 has been getting at the domestic box office ever since hitting cinemas on August 11, 2023. Speaking at an event conducted by The Indian Express’ group, Johar said, “I never thought there was…

Birthday Special: 5 remarkable performances of veteran actor Chiranjeevi

Veteran actor Chiranjeevi needs no introduction. He is among the most successful stars of Indian cinema and had worked in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi films. Chiranjeevi debuted as an actor in the Telugu film Punadhirallu in 1978. He got the Raghupathi Venkaiah, the top film honour in Andhra Pradesh,…

‘Kennedy’ brings down the curtain on IFFM 2023

Anurag Kashyap's Mumbai-set police noir Kennedy on Sunday closed the 14th edition of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM), an event which was also attended by the film's lead stars Rahul Bhatt and Sunny Leone. The annual film gala kicked off on August 11, with R Balki's sports drama…

Rajinikanth to visit Ayodhya tomorrow

Superstar Rajinikanth, who attended the special screening of Jailer in Lucknow, will visit Ayodhya on Sunday. "Yes, the programme is tomorrow,” he told ANI on Saturday after being asked about his special plans to visit the birthplace of Lord Ram. Meanwhile, on Saturday, Rajinikanth hosted the screening of his latest…

Salman Khan’s ‘Tiger 3’ to have Christopher Nolan connection

Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 is not leaving any stone unturned since its announcement. Building more excitement among the audience, makers have roped in a Hollywood action director for their latest installment. Tiger 3, which is part of the fabled YRF Spy Universe, has roped in a huge Hollywood action director…

Japan Ambassador to India expresses his love for Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer’

The Jailer song “Kaavaalaa” featuring Tamannaah Bhatia and Rajinikanth has become very popular. After the video of a Japanese man dancing to the song went viral, now Hiroshi Suzuki, Ambassador of Japan to India created a video with Japanese YouTuber Mayo San in which he is seen shaking his legs…

‘Devara’: Jr NTR unveils Saif Ali Khan’s first look on…

Actor Jr NTR on Wednesday shared the first character poster of Saif Ali Khan from their upcoming film Devara on the occasion of the Bollywood star's 53rd birthday. Billed as a high-octane action drama set in the forgotten coastal lands of India, the film is directed by Koratala Siva. It…

Why ‘Dil Se’ is a movie masterpiece

WHEN Dil Se was released in cinemas on August 21 1998, it surprisingly didn’t do well at the box office in India and received negative reviews. But like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the romantic thriller became a big hit internationally and the first Bollywood film to officially crack…

Varun Tej, Manushi Chhillar’s film titled ‘Operation Valentine’

And the wait is finally over. On Monday, the Air Force action film starring Varun Tej and Manushi Chhillar has been titled Operation Valentine. The film will be out in cinemas on December 8, 2023. Releasing in Hindi and Telugu, Operation Valentine marks the Hindi film debut of Varun Tej,…

‘Sita Ramam’, ‘Agra’ win top awards at Indian Film Festival…

Telugu period romance Sita Ramam, Vikramaditya Motwane's show Jubilee and Kanu Behl's independent feature Agra won the top honours at the 2023 Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) Awards here on Friday. The annual event honours the remarkable talents of the Indian film fraternity, spanning across movies and streaming series.…

Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ‘12th Fail’ to release on October 27

Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra's film 12th Fail is set to hit the screens on October 27, the makers announced on Thursday. Based on Anurag Pathak's best-selling novel about the incredible journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma and IRS officer Shraddha Joshi, the movie stars Vikrant Massey in the lead.…

SRK unveils official trailer of Dulquer Salmaan’s ‘King of Kotha’ 

Actor Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday unveiled the official trailer of Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming action thriller film King of Kotha. Taking to Twitter, Shah Rukh Khan wrote, “Congratulations on the impressive #KOKTrailer, @dulQuer ! Looking forward to the movie. Big hug to you and wishing the entire team a big…

Would rather have a hit with thumbs-down from critics: Vijay…

Actor Vijay Deverakonda on Wednesday said he would rather embrace a blockbuster hit with bad reviews than stars from critics. The actor, whose last release Liger performed poorly at the box office, said he has had his fair share of flops in his 12-year career in the movies. He is…

India is varied, has multiple cultures like a rainbow: AR…

Like there are multiple colours in a rainbow, India has different cultures, languages, and film industries and it’s time for the world to acknowledge it, says AR Rahman, the artiste whose music covers genres and geographies. Rahman, who has worked in the south, in the Hindi film industry as well…

BTS’ Jungkook hums ‘Naatu Naatu’ after fan asks if he…

Jungkook, the youngest member of South Korean pop sensation BTS, surprised his Indian fans when he hummed the Oscar-winning song "Naatu Naatu" from filmmaker SS Rajamouli's Telugu blockbuster RRR. During a live interaction with his fans on WeVerse, Jungkook was asked if he has seen the Ram Charan and Jr…

Mrunal Thakur to be honoured at Indian Film Festival of…

Actress Mrunal Thakur will be felicitated with a special award at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2023 (IFFM). The Diversity in Cinema Award is set to be conferred upon Mrunal Thakur during the festival's highly anticipated annual gala award night scheduled for August 11, as per a statement. Elated…

Praise be for Pooja Hegde

FROM being a beauty pageant queen to becoming part of multiple movie industries in India, it has been quite a journey for Pooja Hegde. After making her acting debut in the 2012 Tamil superhero movie Mugamoodi, she has flown to great heights by acting in multiple languages, which have also…

The magic of Koi Mil Gaya

ONCE in a generation movie Koi Mil Gaya took everyone by surprise when it was released on August 8, 2003. From the unique subject matter to the leading man’s remarkable transformation, special effects and introducing an extra-terrestrial into Bollywood, the sci-fi spectacular became a landmark movie and won multiple awards. …

ICICI Bank: Timings and holidays

Like other institutes, banks also have certain working hours for various services. From visiting the bank to making online transactions to calling customer care services, it is important to know the timings to avoid unnecessary long hours of wait. Almost all the banks in India have the same working hours…

Shah Rukh Khan releases ‘Jawan’ track ‘Zinda Banda’

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday released the first song from his much-anticipated movie Jawan, titled "Zinda Banda", and thanked legendary Urdu poet Wasim Barelvi for allowing them to use one of his couplets in the Hindi version. Composed by Anriudh Ravichander, the song has been released in Tamil, Telugu,…

Sanjay Dutt joins cast of ‘Double iSmart’

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt will feature alongside Telugu actor Ram Pothineni in filmmaker Puri Jagannadh's upcoming film Double iSmart, the makers announced Saturday. The film, backed by the filmmaker and Charmme Kaur's banner Puri Connects, is a sequel to Pothineni and Jagannadh's 2019 sci-fi action film iSmart Shankar, about an…

Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati team up for ‘Kaantha’

As actor Dulquer Salmaan turned a year older today, he treated fans with a return gift by announcing the title of his upcoming multi-lingual film Kaantha. Dulquer Salmaan will not only headline Kaantha but will produce it in collaboration with Baahubali star Rana Daggubati. Taking to Instagram, Rana Daggubati’s Spirit…

Filming begins on Mohanlal-starrer ‘Vrushabha’

Shooting on Vrushabha, a bilingual film starring Mohanlal, is underway, the makers said Sunday. Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms has teamed up with Connekkt Media and AVS Studios for the project. It is being filmed in Telugu and Malayalam. Mohanlal took to his official Twitter account to share the update…

Shah Rukh unveils Nayanthara’s ‘Jawan’ character poster

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Monday released the poster of his Jawan co-actor Nayanthara and described her character in the much-anticipated film as the "thunder that comes before the storm". Star of Tamil movies such as Kolamavu Kokila, Ghajini, and Netrikann, Nayanthara plays a cop in Jawan, an upcoming pan-India movie…

SRK drops new ‘Jawan’ poster featuring his viral bald look

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday surprised fans by conducting an interactive session on Twitter. And at the end of “AskSRK”, he treated netizens to a new poster of his upcoming film Jawan. The poster features King Khan in a bald look. He can be seen flaunting his swag by…

Nani, Mrunal Thakur’s Telugu film titled ‘Hi Nanna’

Actors Nani and Mrunal Thakur's upcoming Telugu movie has been titled Hi Nanna, the makers announced on Thursday. Production banner Vyra Entertainments shared the news on its social media handles and unveiled a movie teaser. "Here we go... Unveiling the magical world of #HiNanna to all of you," the studio…

Will see ‘Jawan’ first day: Salman praises ‘prevue’ of new…

Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan has received a thumbs up from close friend and contemporary Salman Khan, who "absolutely loved" the high-octane action thriller's 'prevue' and promised to see the movie on the first day of its release. Taking to Twitter on Tuesday evening, Salman shared the clip from the movie…

Confirmed: ‘RRR’ to have a sequel but SS Rajamouli may…

The sequel to the global blockbuster RRR has been confirmed. If reports are to be believed, the film is expected to commence filming soon. Screenwriter of the Oscar-winning film and filmmaker SS Rajamouli’s father Vijayendra Prasad has confirmed that a sequel to the epic film is in the pipeline. In…

SRK is a man set to ‘rectify wrongs in society’…

Earlier this year, he was Pathaan. Now, Shah Rukh Khan is promising yet another "high-octane action thriller" in 2023 with Jawan, and on Monday the actor shared a 'prevue' of the film on Twitter. As the makers dubbed the 2.12-minute clip, the' prevue' showcases Shah Rukh featuring in several death-defying…

‘Salaar’: Here’s all you need to know about trailer for…

Prabhas is all set to come up with Salaar, which also stars Shruti Haasan. On Saturday, the makers announced that the trailer for Salaar: Part 1 CEASEFIRE will be launched in August end. The film is directed by Prashanth Neel of KGF fame. This mega project is produced by Vijay…

Manoj Muntashir apologises for hurting people’s emotions with ‘Adipurush’

Adipurush dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla extended his "unconditional apology" for hurting people's emotions. The Prabhas-starrer mythological epic film, directed by Om Raut, was criticised heavily for its pedestrian language upon its release last month. The film's team, including Shukla, announced days later that they have decided to "revise some…

I’m honoured to be in same frame as Prabhas: Big…

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan is elated to share screen space with Prabhas in Project K. As the hugely-anticipated Indian big-budget sci-fi film will unveil exclusive footage at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), Big B expressed happiness on being a part of this film, which also stars Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan,…

Kriti Kharbanda recalls shooting for ‘Guest iin London’

It's a nostalgic day for actress Kriti Kharbanda as her film Guest iin London has completed six years since it was released. Helmed by Ashwni Dhir, the film is a family entertainer which plays on the theme of uninvited guests. Kriti and Kartik Aaryan essay the role of a young…

Hombale Films drops teaser of Prabhas-starrer ‘Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire’

The first teaser of Prabhas-fronted action-adventure film Salaar was unveiled by production banner Hombale Films on Thursday. Titled Salaar Part 1: Ceasefire, the big-budget action movie is directed by Prashanth Neel of the "KGF" film franchise fame and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. "The reign of the most violent man begins!" Hombale…

Indian man drowns while trying to save son in Florida

A 42-year-old US-based software engineer from Andhra Pradesh drowned while rescuing his children at a beach in Florida, his family said on Monday (3). Potti Venkata Rajesh Kumar died around 4.30 am IST on Sunday (2), said his younger brother P Vijay Kumar. Rajesh Kumar was a native of Addanki…

Pawan Kalyan makes Instagram debut

Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan on Tuesday joined Instagram, the photo-and-video sharing social media application. The profile description of the actor, known for Telugu films such as Tholi Prema, Jalsa, and Gabbar Singh, read "Rise up, face up, choose. Jai Hind". The verified page has already garnered over 713,000 followers. Kalyan has…

Here’s why Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ has been pushed to Dec…

Helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Animal was one of the most-awaited Bollywood films set to open in cinemas next month in August. However, the makers on Monday announced that they have decided to postpone its release by four months and now the film will release on December 1. Vanga, known…

Mohanlal to headline bilingual film ‘Vrushabha’

The makers on Monday announced that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will feature in Vrushabha, a pan-India bilingual film that will hit the screens in 2024. Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms has teamed up with Connekkt Media and AVS Studios for the project, which will be filmed in Telugu and Malayalam. Directed…

Live performances and tours to look forward to in the…

WITH huge concerts headlined by superb singers like The Nooran Sisters, Gurdas Maan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Ali Azmat and Atif Aslam already staged, it has been an action packed year for live music in the UK. There are a lot more concerts on the way in the remaining six months of…

ZEE5’s new Telugu Original ‘Maya Bazaar for Sale’ to debut…

Streamer ZEE5 on Wednesday announced a new Telugu show Maya Bazaar for Sale, a satirical drama revolving around families in a premium gated community. The seven-episode show, which will debut on ZEE5 on July 14, is developed in association with actor Rana Daggubati’s production banner Spirit Media. It hails from…

Dulquer Salmaan unveils new poster of his next ‘King of…

Actor Dulquer Salmaan on Tuesday unveiled a new poster of his upcoming action film King of Kotha. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared the poster which he captioned, "Are you all ready for tomorrow?" In the poster, the actor could be seen sitting inside what it seems like a godown…

Prime Video announces Tamil Original series ‘Sweet Kaaram Coffee’

Streaming service Prime Video on Tuesday unveiled its new Tamil original series, Sweet Kaaram Coffee, starring Madhoo, Lakshmi, and Santhy. Created by Reshma Ghatala, the eight-episode show follows the unforgettable journey of three women from different generations rekindling their love for life, and discovering the sweet-and-fulfilling scent of self-reliance and…

Anil Kapoor on completing 40 years in cinema: This’s where…

Four decades seem like a blink of an eye, says Anil Kapoor as he completes 40 years of being a leading actor and an entertainer in the Hindi film industry. The 66-year-old actor shared a throwback video from his 1983 movie Woh Saat Din, which marked his first outing as…

‘Adipurush’ dialogues altered after public backlash

The makers of Adipurush, the latest adaptation of the epic Ramayana facing public criticism for the poor quality of its dialogues and visual effects, have revised certain lines in the film. The controversy-ridden film, which registered a bumper opening at the box office only to witness a major drop in…

‘Woh Saat Din’: Anil Kapoor’s first as leading man still…

THIS week marks the 40th anniversary of classic Bollywood film Woh Saat Din, which was released in cinemas on June 23, 1983, to great acclaim. It is also 40 years since Anil Kapoor made his debut as a leading man in that film and kickstarted a remarkable career that would…

‘Heart of Stone’: Alia faces off against Gal Gadot, Jamie…

Indian cinema star Alia Bhatt is ready to steal the hearts in her Hollywood debut, Heart of Stone as an antagonist who keeps her co-stars Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan on their toes in the espionage thriller from Netflix. Bhatt, along with Gadot (Wonder Woman) and Dornan (Belfast), unveiled the…

Will revise dialogues that hurt sentiments: ‘Adipurush’ writer

Adipurush dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla on Sunday said the makers of the mythological epic film have decided to "revise some of the dialogues" after the Prabhas-starrer was criticised heavily for its pedestrian language. Shukla, who has penned the Hindi dialogues and songs of the retelling of the Ramayana, said…

‘Adipurush’ opens big with £14 million at global box office

Adipurush", a retelling of the Ramayana directed by Om Raut, has earned £14 million at the worldwide box office, the makers said on Saturday. In a press note, production banner T-Series said the Prabhas-starrer has recorded the "highest day one collection for any film made in Hindi on pan-India level".…

‘Adipurush’ opens amid much fanfare, lukewarm reviews

The much-talked-about Indian film Adipurush, a retelling of the Ramayana, opened on Friday to heightened emotions in many theatres with large crowds, a seat being reserved for Lord Hanuman and a man purportedly being beaten up in Hyderabad for criticising the film. Directed by Om Raut and starring Prabhas as…

Prabhas fans thrash audience member for criticising ‘Adipurush’

Criticism for their favourite actor Prabhas' latest movie Adipurush didn't go down well with the star's fans as they purportedly beat up a moviegoer outside a theatre in Hyderabad. In an unverified video going viral on social media, a man can be seen being thrashed by a group of people…

Emraan Hashmi to make south debut with ‘OG’

Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi is set to make his south cinema debut with OG" starring Pawan Kalyan, the makers said Thursday. The Telugu film will see Hashmi, the star of Hindi films such as Murder, Jannat, and Aashiq Banaya Aapne, play the antagonist opposite Kalyan. Written and directed by Sujeeth,…

Theatre owners, trade experts predict bumper opening for ‘Adipurush’

Prabhas-starrer Adipurush, a retelling of the epic Ramayana, is eying a bumper opening at the box office with trade experts predicting the film could do a business of more than £8 million on its opening day and comparing its pre-release buzz to Pathaan. The big-budget multilingual film, reportedly made on…

‘Sangam’: A trendsetting love triangle in Bollywood

When romantic drama Sangam was released on June 18, 1964, it became a huge blockbuster success. The love triangle, regularly listed as one of the greatest Bollywood movies ever made, had iconic moments, and influenced many filmmakers in subsequent decades. The movie also had unforgettable songs, eyecatching international locations, and…

Adivi Sesh announces action love story

Actor Adivi Sesh is set to essay a never seen avatar as he will explore romance on screen. Taking to Twitter, Adivi shared the exciting news with his fans. He tweeted, "Next one (other than G2) will be a Love Story. Will Announce in the coming months." As fans eagerly…

Gerard Butler-Ali Fazal’s ‘Kandahar’ to release on Prime Video 

Hollywood star Gerard Butler and Ali Fazal-starrer action-thriller Kandahar will premiere in India on Prime Video on June 16, the streaming platform announced Tuesday. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, best known for Angel Has Fallen and Greenland, the movie released theatrically in the US in May. Written by Mitchell LaFortune, Kandahar draws…

South actress Kasthuri slams ‘Adipurush’

Headlined by Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, Adipurush is one of the most anticipated films of 2023. The film has been mired in controversies ever since the first teaser of the film was released. Ahead of its release on June 16, the film has become the talk of the town but…

Devi Sri Prasad on ‘Saami Saami’ featuring in ‘Never Have…

Never Have I Ever season four is out on Netflix and fans all around the world are binge-watching it. Co-created by Mindy Kaling and Lang Fisher, Never Have I Ever follows Devi (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan), an Indian-American student, as she deals with the death of her father, high school crushes, and…

Naga Chaitanya’s ‘Custody’ set for streaming debut on Prime Video

Actor Naga Chaitanya's action-thriller Custody will make its streaming debut on Prime Video on June 9, the streamer announced recently. The Telugu feature, written and directed by Prabhu, was released in theatres countrywide in May. It also stars actor Kriti Shetty. The film will be available for streaming in Telugu…

Telugu stars Varun Tej, Lavanya Tripathi engaged

Telugu star Varun Tej and actor Lavanya Tripathi have announced their engagement. The two actors, who have featured together in the films Mister and Antariksh 9000 kmph, shared the news on their official Instagram handles. "Found my Lav @itsmelavanya," wrote 33-year-old Tej along with photos from the ceremony, which was…

Trailer for Fahadh Faasil’s suspense thriller ‘Dhoomam’ out

The makers of the upcoming Malayalam-language suspense thriller Dhoomam unveiled the much-awaited trailer for the film on Tuesday. The film stars Fahadh Faasil and Aparna Balamurali in lead roles. Taking to Instagram, actor-filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran shared the trailer and wrote in the caption, "Few souls leave behind a trail (er)…

Kriti posts an emotional note as ‘Adipurush’ nears release

Starring Prabhas and Kriti Sanon in lead roles, Adipurush is one of the most-awaited films of 2023. Based on the Hindu epic Ramayana, the film has been in the news even before its official announcement. After facing several delays, the film is finally set to enter theatres on June 16.…

Rana Daggubati says Project K can be next global phenomenon…

Rana Daggubati is looking forward to the multi-lingual film Project K, starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles. During a recent event, the Baahubali star said that the film will break new boundaries. “We celebrate each other’s cinema fully. Like there is another film called Project K,…

Birthday Special: 5 widely popular Mani Ratman films to watch

Veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam is celebrating his 67th birthday today. He is presently riding high on the thunderous success of his latest directorial Ponniyin Selvan. However, Ratnam has several blockbuster films to his credit. Let’s look at his top 5 widely popular films that one can watch several times. Roja…

Mahesh Babu’s next titled Guntur Kaaram

Superstar Mahesh Babu has announced that his latest Telugu film has been titled Guntur Kaaram. The 47-year-old actor shared the title and teaser of the new film on social media on Wednesday as he paid tribute to his father and actor Krishna on his birth anniversary. "Today is all the…

Karan Soni on voicing Indian Spider-Man 

Planning to watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse in English? Then you must know that it's actor Karan Soni who has voiced Pavitr Prabhakar aka Indian Spider-Man in the film. Speaking about people's response to him voicing Pavitr Prabhakar and the film being dubbed in nine Indian languages, Karan said, "I think…

Aksha Pardasany on her upcoming show Rafuchakkar

Actor Aksha Pardasany, who will be seen in the web series Rafuchakkar, is excited about her new project. A recent teaser for Rafuchakkar provided a sneak peek into the realm of duplicity, piquing the audience's excitement for the show. The teaser shows Aksha as a crime branch officer in the web…

I’m against propaganda films: Kamal Haasan on The Kerala Story…

Veteran actor Kamal Haasan on Saturday called The Kerala Story a propaganda, saying a film does not become a "true story" just by carrying a tagline. Directed by Sudipto Sen, The Kerala Story has polarised the political discourse in the country as it depicts how women from Kerala were forced to…

Celebrating Amar Akbar Anthony

Cult classic Amar Akbar Anthony is always included in the lists of greatest Bollywood films of all time. The highest-grossing Hindi movie of 1977 had a star-studded cast, memorable music, magical moments, and a legendary story of three brothers, brought up in different faiths after being separated as children. The…

Ram Charan: Kashmir coolest place to shoot in India

RRR star Ram Charan on Monday said Kashmir is the "coolest" place to shoot films in India and it is a surreal feeling to visit the Valley. The actor was speaking at the 'Film Tourism for Economic and Cultural Preservation' event here at Sheri Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), being…

ZEE5 Global unveils a line-up of 111 titles

Celebrating five glorious years of creating exclusive streaming content, ZEE5 Global at a star-studded event in Mumbai, titled Hooked to 5, revealed an expansive line-up of titles featuring originals in Hindi and regional languages, sequels to cult-favourite series, big-ticket direct-to-digital releases, blockbuster post-theatrical launches, and intriguing docu-series. For the slate,…

From The Night Manager to Criminal Justice, 5 Indian adaptations…

Ever since streaming platforms emerged in India and became a large part of Indian audiences’ lives, several British TV shows have received a Bollywood makeover. Right from The Night Manager to Criminal Justice, Hindi adaptations of British shows have received the same amount of love from Indian audiences as they…

Hrithik gives shout-out to Priyanka for Citadel

Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan gave a shout-out to Priyanka Chopra for her performance in Prime Video's Citadel. Taking to his Instagram Story, Hrithik shared a poster of Citadel and heaped praises on Priyanka. Sharing the poster, he wrote, "Watching Priyanka in Citadel is such a fantastic surprise! Brilliant work! Also, incredibly…

Bombay Jayashri recovering well after health setback

Well-known Carnatic musician Bombay Jayashri Ramnath on Monday said she is "recovering well" after suffering a health setback in March. Jayashri Ramnath, who is in her 50s, had a health scare while touring the UK in March. "With all your blessings, prayers, and wishes, I am recovering well. Please keep…

Arjun Rampal to make Telugu debut with Nandamuri Balakrishna’s next…

Arjun Rampal is set to foray into Telugu cinema in veteran star Nandamuri Balakrishna's upcoming feature film, the makers said Wednesday. Rampal, 50, will play the antagonist, they added. The untitled film is directed by Anil Ravipudi and produced by Shine Screens' Sahu Garapati and Harish Peddi. The production banner…

Trailer for Prabhas and Kriti Sanon’s Adipurush out

The trailer of Adipurush released on Tuesday afternoon. Actor Prabhas treated fans to the trailer of the upcoming mythological pan-India film and shared the poster of his look as Lord Rama. He captioned the post, "Hari Anant, Hari Katha Ananta. Jai Shri Ram. #AdipurushTrailer out now! #Adipurush in cinemas worldwide…

Birthday Special: Here’re Vijay Deverakonda’s best performances

Actor Vijay Deverakonda enjoys a massive fan following due to his charming looks and amazing performances, especially among females. He is best known for his work in the Telugu film industry. As the actor turns a year older on May 9, take a look at some of his best performances.…

Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan pushed to September 7

Fans of Shah Rukh Khan will have to wait till September 7 for the superstar's second release of the year Jawan. Shah Rukh and the producer of the action-entertainer Gauri Khan shared the new release date of the film on Instagram on Saturday. Jawan was earlier scheduled to premiere on…

Sushant Singh Rajput’s M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story to re-release

Bollywood film M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story (2016), featuring the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput as the cricket icon MS Dhoni, will be re-released in theaters on May 12, the makers said on Thursday. Also starring Kiara Advani and Disha Patani, the film will be released in Hindi, Tamil and…

‘Zanjeer’ turns 50: The movie that changed Bollywood and made…

To say that Zanjeer is one of the most important Hindi films in history is a major understatement. Apart from introducing a new style of filmmaking, and giving rise to the angry young man, the crime drama started Amitabh Bachchan’s remarkable rise towards becoming the greatest Indian cinema hero in…

Shah Rukh and Salman to shoot for Tiger 3 special…

The wait is finally over. Shooting for superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's special sequence in Tiger 3 will commence soon. As per a source, the duo will be on the same set to shoot for Tiger 3 on May 8. "The two Goliaths in the history of Indian…

Sita Ramam’ bags Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Best Film Jury

Actors Dulquer Salmaan, Rashmika Mandanna, and Mrunal Thakur's romantic drama film 'Sita Ramam' won the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Best Film Jury on Monday. Taking to Instagram, production house Vyajaayanthi Movies announced the news and wrote, "We're grateful to the Jury of 13th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival for…

Fan builds temple for Samantha in Andhra Pradesh

Star worship gained new momentum with a die-hard fan of Samantha Ruth Prabhu building a temple in his house premises in Alapadu village of Bapatla district on the occasion of the actor's birthday. Tenali Sandeep, who is a self-proclaimed fan of the 'Yashoda' actor, unveiled Samantha's statue and cut a…

Fantastic that films now recognised as Indian, not from north…

Terming the popularity of south cinema in the Hindi belt “a return gift”, filmmaker Mani Ratnam says it’s fantastic that films are now recognised as Indian and not as works from the “north, or south or a Hindi film”. Ratnam, who mostly works in Tamil but has also done movies…

From Ponniyin Selvan 2 to Adipurush, 5 upcoming pan-India films…

The Indian film industry is the biggest film-producing industry in the world which produces over two thousand films every year. Indian films are watched by millions of people all over the globe and stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Prabhas enjoy huge popularity in several parts of the world. Today,…

Historical films need to be close to reality, cannot fantasise…

Filmmaker Mani Ratnam on Tuesday said the objective with historical films should be to stay honest about the events and yet make the story contemporary for the audience. The critically-acclaimed director, who is awaiting the release of Ponniyin Selvan II, said one cannot add elements to a period story that…

We are very confident: Vikram on Ponniyin Selvan II

With the release of Ponniyin Selvan II, all the pieces of Mani Ratnam's magnum opus will come together, said acclaimed actor Vikram on Tuesday. The actor, who plays Aditha Karikalan in the pan-India film, said the team didn't think the first part of the historical fiction drama, based on Kalki…

Saif Ali Khan joins Jr NTR on his next film

Saif Ali Khan on Tuesday joined the cast of superstar Jr NTR's next feature film. Production banner NTR Arts shared the news of Khan joining the cast of the pan-India film, which also includes actor Janhvi Kapoor. The studio also posted photos of Saif's meeting with Jr NTR and director…

England and Wales attract most students from India: Census

India is the top country of origin for international students studying in England and Wales, official figures show. Analysis of Census 2021 data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Monday (17) showed 43,175 Indians were studying on campus across England and Wales two years ago, accounting for…

Fahadh Faasil’s first look from Dhoomam out

Suspense about Dhoomam, the much-awaited film of actor Fahadh Faasil and actress Aparna Balamurli, is increasing each day. Adding to the audience's curiosity, its makers revealed the project's first look on Monday. Production house Hombale Films took to their Twitter handle to share the debut look of the project. The…

Muttiah Muralitharan biopic: Makers share first look on cricketer’s 51st…

Movie Train Motion Pictures unveiled the first motion poster of its Muttiah Muralitharan biopic 800 on the occasion of the Sri Lankan cricket legend's 51st birthday. The producers shared the poster of the Tamil film, starring Slumdog Millionaire actor Madhurr Mittal in the role of the spinner, on Monday. "We are…

Nushrratt Bharuccha to star opposite Sreenivas Bellamkonda in Hindi remake…

Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha, who was most recently seen in a cameo appearance in Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor’s Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar, has been signed on to star in the much-awaited Bollywood film Chatrapathi. Set to be mounted on a lavish scale, Chatrapathi is the official Hindi remake of SS…

Nani and Mrunal Thakur’s next sets release date

Telugu superstar Nani and Mrunal Thakur’s upcoming film gets a release date. The yet-untitled film’s first poster was unveiled on Saturday. Tentatively titled Nani 30, the film is set to hit cinemas on December 21, 2023. Taking to Instagram, Nani shared the poster of the film and wrote in the…

Priyanka Chopra in London to attend Citadel premiere

The cast and creators of Prime Video’s much-talked-about streaming show Citadel are leaving no stone unturned in promoting the high-profile spy thriller series. After a grand launch in India, they are currently in London to attend the global premiere of the series on 18th April 2023. Actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas,…

Top 10 reasons to watch Shaakuntalam

The major Indian movie release of this week is mega-budget Telugu language historical Shaakuntalam. The eye-catching drama headlined by popular actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is the latest film adaptation of a story rooted in ancient Indian tradition. To mark the marvellous looking movie, which will also be released in multiple…

Tiger 3: Three action directors onboard to choreograph SRK and…

Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan are set to begin the shoot of their special action sequence for the upcoming film Tiger 3 soon. Preparations for the shoot are currently going on in full swing and as per an industry source, not one but three action directors are…

Vetrimaaran confirms talks with RRR star Jr NTR

Noted Tamil filmmaker Vetrimaaran, who is presently busy promoting his recent film Viduthalai, has revealed that he is in talks with RRR star Jr NTR for a film. “After Aadukalam, Allu Arjun came and met me. He told me he wants to come to Tamil and asked if I want…

Indian-American mathematician CR Rao chosen for International Prize in Statistics…

Calyampudi Radhakrishna Rao, a prominent Indian-American mathematician and statistician, will receive the 2023 International Prize in Statistics. Rao's ‘monumental’ work more than 75 years ago continues to exert a profound influence on science, the International Prize in Statistics Foundation said in a statement. Rao, 102, will receive the prize, which…

Rise and Rise of Allu Arjun

Concentrating on quality ahead of quantity has enabled Telugu superstar Allu Arjun to get one of the highest hit rates in Indian cinema. This has led to the actor delivering stunning successes like smash hit film Pushpa: The Rise and gaining a huge global fan base. He has also influenced…

‘A few limps and slings apart…but striding on,’ says Amitabh…

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan is back on set. Taking to his blog on Tuesday late night, the megastar shared a string of pictures from the set with captions. Having returned to the set, his enthusiasm and ecstasy could be vividly seen in those pictures. Amitabh started his photo story with his…

RRR actor Jr NTR to star alongside Hrithik Roshan in…

Actor Jr NTR, who shot to global fame with the success of SS Rajamouli’s Telugu-language epic period action drama RRR (2022), has bagged a plum Bollywood project. If reports are to be believed, he is set to star alongside superstar Hrithik Roshan in the Yash Raj Films’ much-anticipated spy-thriller War…

Priyanka Chopra unveils trailer for her next series Citadel

The phenomenal lead pair of Prime Video’s upcoming global spy series, Citadel, journeyed to Mumbai for the epic Asia Pacific premiere. Ahead of the grand evening, the lead cast of the action-packed series, Richard Madden, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas sat down for an entertaining chat and revealed what went into…

Bathukamma hits the right chord with fans – read comments

The latest song titled "Bathukamma" from Salman Khan’s upcoming movie Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan has garnered a lot of attention and praise from audiences. The song has been lauded for its beautiful representation of Telugu culture and traditions, and its potential to introduce Telugu culture to a wider…

A Pathaan flash in the Bollywood pan

BOLLYWOOD going through a terrible time at the box office in the last few years is not a secret. It perhaps being the worst phase in its entire history meant that Pathaan becoming a big blockbuster hit came as a welcome relief. But did the film fraternity start celebrating too…

Bellamkonda Sreenivas unveils teaser of his debut Bollywood film Chatrapathi

The makers of the upcoming Hindi remake of SS Rajamouli's successful Telugu-language film Chatrapathi unveiled the teaser of the film on Thursday. The film marks the Bollywood debut of Telugu actor Bellamkonda Sreenivas, who is known for his performances in films like Sita, Alludu Adhurs, Kavacham, and many more. Taking…

Ajay Devgn: A real blockbuster

IT will be double delight for Ajay Devgn this week with his latest movie Bholaa in cinemas on Thursday (30), followed by him turning celebrating his 54th birthday on Sunday (2). Bholaa is an action thriller, which is a remake of 2019 Tamil film Kaithi and sees him play a…

Friendship gone sour between RRR stars Jr NTR and Ram…

Rumours are rife in the tinsel town of Tollywood that everything is not well between RRR (2022) stars Jr NTR and Ram Charan. Some insiders reveal that their enviable friendship has gone sour and the two are growing apart from each other day by day. On March 27, 2023, Ram…

My work grounds me, gives me energy to keep going:…

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu says she has nothing but gratitude for her professional life as it has kept her grounded in the past few years that saw her battling health concerns. The actor had revealed in October last year that she was diagnosed with myositis, an autoimmune condition that can…

Allu Arjun pens note as he completes 20 years in…

Pushpa: The Rise star Allu Arjun on Tuesday completed two decades in films and the actor said he owes his career to the audience. Arjun, who became a pan-India star after the success of the 2021 Telugu film Pushpa: The Rise, shared a brief note on his official Twitter account…

Chiranjeevi honours Rajamouli, Keeravani for Oscar win at Ram Charan’s…

Telugu superstar Ram Charan's birthday bash turned out to be another occasion where the success of RRR at the Oscar stage was celebrated. Charan's father actor Chiranjeevi took to Instagram on Tuesday to post a couple of pictures in which SS Rajamouli and MM Keeravani were felicitated for the historic…

RRR star Ram Charan announces title of his next on…

RRR star Ram Charan turns a year older today, and he has treated fans with a return gift on this special occasion by announcing the title of his upcoming film. Yes, you read that absolutely right. The actor has announced the official title of his next film which stars Kiara…

Team RRR celebrates one year of the film’s release

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli’s global blockbuster RRR has completed one year today since its release. Headlined by Ram Charan and Jr NTR, the film hit the marquee on March 25, 2022. From the theatres to the stage of the 95th Academy Awards, RRR has made India proud on the global stage…

Bombay Jayashri Ramnath stable after health setback amid tour in…

Singer Bombay Jayashri Ramnath suffered a "health setback" in the UK, her spokesperson said on Friday. According to the statement posted on the renowned singer's Instagram Stories, Jayashri Ramnath, who is in the country for a music tour, received "timely medical intervention" from the National Health Service (NHS) and is…

Sharad Kelkar: Lord Ram in Adipurush most challenging voice role…

Popular actor Sharad Kelkar, who has also voiced other actors in several films, says voice acting is a "responsible job". He says that Lord Ram in the Hindi language dub of Adipurush, the multilingual period saga starring Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, is the "most challenging" role till date. In the…

Shah Rukh and Salman to shoot for Tiger 3 on…

According to reports, preparations for the shoot of superstar Shah Rukh Khan's special appearance in Salman Khan’s much-awaited film Tiger 3 have been going on in full swing. As per a trade source, a massive set will be constructed over 45 days to shoot the Salman-SRK action scene in Tiger…

AR Rahman and Mani Ratnam in London to work on…

After the stupendous success of Ponniyin Selvan Part 1, the audience is eagerly waiting for the release of Ponniyin Selvan Part 2. While the makers had shot both parts of the film simultaneously, the work on the post-production is going on in full swing. The latest we hear is that…

Chiranjeevi and RRR star Ram Charan meet Amit Shah after…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah met Telugu cinema veteran Chiranjeevi and his son, RRR star Ram Charan, and congratulated them on the Oscar win of the song "Naatu Naatu". The foot-tapping track from SS Rajamouli's directorial won the Best Original Song Oscar at the 95th Academy Awards. Shah met the…

Allu Arjun wins hearts as he celebrates team member’s birthday…

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun enjoys a huge fan base across the globe. His fandom is not just limited to India but time and again the superstar has been a face who represented the nation on the international podium. Nevertheless, he always makes sure to take out time for his family…

Jaya Bachchan reacts to RRR and The Elephant Whisperers’ Oscar…

Veteran Bollywood actress and politician Jaya Bachchan said that she is proud of the international recognition of Indian Cinema that the Oscar win of RRR and The Elephant Whisperers at the 95th Academy Awards has brought. She said, "I am proud to be an Indian. I am proud that our…

‘Oscar wins will inspire Indians’

INDIA has shown the world there is “something special” about its films, acclaimed director Shekhar Kapur told Eastern Eye, as the country celebrated a rare and historic double triumph at the Academy Awards last Sunday (12). Foot-tapping Telugu chart-buster Naatu Naatu beat the likes of superstars Rihanna and Lady Gaga…

‘RRR’s historic win at Oscars marks a significant milestone for…

South Asian entertainment witnessed a new dawn at the 95th Academy Awards as mega-blockbuster RRR, currently streaming on ZEE5 Global across the globe, etched a historic win for Best Original Song for Naatu Naatu. Naatu Naatu, composed by MM Keeravani, didn't just win the Oscar, the largest and most prestigious…

Amitabh Bachchan delighted as India scores two big wins at…

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan is celebrating India’s two wins at the prestigious 95th Academy Awards. The Uunchai (2022) actor on Tuesday took to his Twitter handle and expressed his excitement over India's dual win where the RRR song "Naatu Naatu" and The Elephant Whisperers won the golden statuette. The 80-year-old…

How Naatu Naatu and The Elephant Whisperers big win at…

India and Indians are in a celebratory mood today. Two films from the country registered a thunderous triumph at the 95th Academy Awards and made every Indian proud. While the chartbuster song “Naatu Naatu” from SS Rajamouli’s epic action-drama film RRR won an Oscar for Best Original Song, making history…

Indian politicians cutting across party lines hail double Oscar win

Indian politicians were united in their praise for the country's two Oscar wins on Monday as the song "Naatu Naatu" from Telugu film "RRR" and Tamil documentary "The Elephant Whisperers" created history in Los Angeles. Speaking about the achievement by Indians, prime minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the country…

Deepika stuns in a purple dress at Oscar after-party (Photos)

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone left everyone impressed with her appearance and speech at the 95th Academy Awards. If you thought that Padukone in the classic black dress was her most glamorous avatar at the Oscars, hold your breath, there is more to it. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the actress…

Ram Charan on RRR winning Oscar: ‘It still feels I’m…

Expressing gratitude and thankfulness after RRR won an Oscar for its song "Naatu Naatu," the film's star Ram Charan took to his Twitter account and shared a long note. "We have won! We have won as Indian Cinema! We won as a country! The Oscar Award is coming home!" he…

Oscars 2023: RRR song Naatu Naatu wins Best Original Song

The SS Rajamouli directorial RRR (2022) has created history by becoming the first Indian feature film to win an Oscar. Its globally popular song "Naatu Naatu" composed by veteran composer MM Keeravani, has been awarded the Best Original Song Award at the 95th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, United States.…

Ram Charan promises to ‘host a big party’ if Rajamouli…

Ram Charan, who is presently in the US to promote RRR (2022) ahead of the 95th Academy Awards where the film is nominated in the Original Song category for its Telugu track “Naatu Naatu,” says that they will ‘host a big party’ if director SS Rajamouli ever gets an opportunity…

Rana Daggubati on swearing at uncle Venkatesh in Netflix show…

Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) and Baahubali: The Conclusion (2017) fame Rana Daggubati is presently busy promoting his upcoming show Rana Naidu, which is the official Hindi adaptation of the American crime drama series Ray Donavan. Daggubati is pitted against his real-life uncle Venkatesh in the Netflix series. In an interview…

Entertainment goes beyond borders and language now: Priyanka

Priyanka Chopra, who established herself as one of the leading actresses in Indian cinema before cementing her position in Hollywood, says it is exciting to be part of a series like Citadel that is taking entertainment “beyond borders and language”. Citadel, an ambitious spy drama slated to debut on Prime…

Confirmed: Janhvi Kapoor to romance Jr NTR in her Telugu…

After months of speculation, it is finally confirmed that Janhvi Kapoor is set to make her Telugu debut with the much-anticipated film NTR30. The actress will romance Jr NTR in the upcoming film, set to be directed by Koratala Siva. Janhvi, who made her silver screen debut with Dharma Productions’…

Eye Spy: Why Yash Chopra deserved better than The Romantics

EVERYONE has been talking about how great recently released Bollywood documentary The Romantics is, without noticing the key elements it missed out, along with flaws that ultimately made it inauthentic. The four-part Netflix series details the iconic rise of legendary Hindi production house Yash Raj Films (YRF), from Yash Chopra…

Coming soon to a screen near you

WE MAY be into the third month of 2023, but there are still plenty of films from around the world to look forward to this year that feature top south Asian talent. These interesting looking movies span different genres, continents and cultures. Eastern Eye looked ahead to find 21 film…

Manushi Chhillar to star alongside Varun Tej in VT 13

Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar, who made her acting debut with Yash Raj Films’ historical drama Samrat Prithviraj (2022) alongside Akshay Kumar, has joined the cast of south star Varun Tej’s upcoming bilingual feature film, Sony Pictures International Productions announced Friday. Touted as India’s biggest Air Force action film, the…

Indians, including Modi, impressed as South Korean embassy officials dance…

The South Korean embassy in India recently came up with a video showing its officials, including the country's ambassador Chang Jae-bok, dancing to the tune of the hit 'Naatu Naatu' song from Telugu blockbuster 'RRR'. Even prime minister Narendra Modi lauded the 53-second video, which went viral over the weekend,…

Telugu version of UK sitcom Dead Pixels in development at…

Streamer Disney+ Hotstar and BBC Studios on Tuesday announced a Telugu-language adaptation of the popular British sitcom Dead Pixels. The Indian adaptation will feature actors Niharika Konidela, Harsha Chemudu, Sai Ronak, Akshay Lagusani, and Bhavana Sagi in lead roles, a press release stated. The six-part series will be directed by…

Prabhas and Deepika Padukone’s Project K about ‘modern-day avatar of…

Fronted by Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan, Project K is one of the most-awaited Indian films which has been creating a lot of noise even before it hit the shooting floor. Apart from the massive cast, the film boasts great VFX and CGI. Sharing more updates, producer Ashwini Dutt…

‘Larger than life’: Indian film-maker Rajamouli shoots for Oscar fame

Indian director S.S. Rajamouli's films are all-singing, all-dancing spectacles -- and he is now a favourite to secure the first ever Oscar for an all-Indian film. His three-hour extravaganza "RRR" is a fictionalised story of two colonial-era revolutionaries, filled with large-scale, visual effects-laden action sequences and musical numbers. It has…

SS Rajamouli dedicates award to Indian filmmakers as RRR wins…

After bagging 3 awards at the Hollywood Critics Association Film Awards, RRR has also bagged the Best International Film award! Beaming with joy and pride, director SS Rajamouli and actor Ram Charan accepted the award. Ram Charan started his address by saying, "I didn't expect to come up (on the)…

SS Rajamouli’s ‘RRR’ wins four trophies at HCA Film Awards

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli's Telugu blockbuster "RRR" has lifted four trophies at the 2023 HCA Film Awards, including best international film and best action film. At the award ceremony, organised by Hollywood Critics Association (HCA) and held at Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles on Friday night, the film also took home…

Naga Chaitanya and Krithi Shetty wrap up Venkat Prabhu’s Custody

Popular Indian actors Naga Chaitanya and Krithi Shetty on Friday announced the wrap of their upcoming Tamil-language action film Custody. Taking to Instagram, Naga announced the wrap of the film with a special video which he captioned, "And that's a wrap for Custody! See you all in theatres May 12th.…

MY TOP 10 Film roles

ACCLAIMED actress Bhumika Chawla has entertained audiences and starred in films across diverse languages ever since she made a dynamic debut in 2000 with Telugu film Yuvakudu. The multi-award-winning star has made a name for herself as a versatile performer able to take on any challenge and is a fan…

Boney Kapoor shares unseen pictures with Sridevi on her fifth…

Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor, on the occasion of actor Sridevi's fifth death anniversary, dropped some unseen pictures with her. Taking to Instagram, Boney shared a throwback picture which he captioned, "My first picture ...... 1984." In the monochrome picture, Sridevi and Boney could be seen smiling. Soon after Boney shared…

Sridevi: Making of a superstar

THIS week marks the anniversary of legendary actress Sridevi’s death on February 24, 2018, at the age of 54. It is also the week when her movie Himmatwala was released in 1983. The masala entertainer, which hit cinemas on February 25, became a blockbuster success and propelled Sridevi towards becoming…

We stand up for BBC: UK government in Parliament

BRITAIN has strongly defended the BBC and its editorial freedom in Parliament after a survey by Indian tax authorities on the media corporation's New Delhi and Mumbai offices last week. A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) junior minister responded to an urgent question raised in the House of Commons…

SS Rajamouli: No one has ever approached me to make…

Filmmaker S S Rajamouli's "Baahubali" films and "RRR" have been blockbuster hits, but the director, who has often been accused of pandering to the majoritarian view, says he distances himself from "either Hindu or pseudo-liberal propaganda". In an interview with the US publication The New Yorker, the filmmaker took on…

Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2 resumes shooting

Director Shankar on Friday finally resumed the shooting of his much-anticipated film Indian 2, starring Kamal Haasan in the lead role. Taking to Twitter, Shankar shared a picture from the sets of the film which he captioned, "Back on the sets of Indian 2."   Back on the sets of…

After ‘Naatu Naatu,’ Ram Charan to enthrall audience with another…

With 'Natu Natu' in RRR, actor Ram Charan left everyone in awe by showcasing his versatile dancing skills. He is again set to enthrall the audience with his dance moves and that too in 'RC 15'. A source close to the film informed that Ram Charan recently grooved to 80-second-long…

I don’t want to be in a box and just…

Playing a diva, a woman who has a mind of her own or performing "messy" action sequences, Kriti Sanon says as an actor she wants to do it all without limiting herself to one genre. The actor, best known for her work in films such as "Bareilly Ki Barfi" and…

Biggest stars from 8 film industries to come together for…

Celebrity Cricket League (CCL), the largest Sportainment event in the nation, is back and better than ever. The two main sources of entertainment in our nation are sports and movies, and CCL is a special fusion of both. Teams from 8 different regions of India will compete in this season's…

If your market value is good, then you will get…

Four decades after starting her career, veteran actor Neena Gupta says she is finally in a space where filmmakers consider her a bankable performer. Gupta had a career turn around following the box office success of her 2018 film "Badhaai Ho" and her future projects as lead include film "Baa",…

I saw RRR last week and it was just amazing:…

Steven Spielberg finally saw SS Rajamouli's "RRR" and came out impressed with the Indian director's "visual style". The Hollywood legend called the Telugu film "outstanding" during a conversation with Rajamouli over "The Fabelmans”, Spielberg's Oscar-nominated semi-autobiographical drama. Produced by Amblin Entertainment & Reliance Entertainment, "The Fabelmans”, which is nominated for…

EYE SPY: ‘It’s played and sung live, just how we…

THE first brilliant album of 2023 has been the recently released masterpiece Ghazals &Thumris From The Musical Heart of Budapest. Leading Indian artists have collaborated with the incredible Budapest Symphony Orchestra (BSO) for the cool collection of ghazals and thumris recorded live. This is the third South Asian led album…

Tollywood to Bollywood blockbusters

THIS month’s big Bollywood release Shehzada is a remake of hit 2020 Telugu language blockbuster Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo. Kartik Aaryan plays the lead role in the story of a constantly rejected son, who finds out he was switched at birth and belongs to an affluent family, which leads him on an…

Ram Charan on his opening sequence in RRR: ‘We had…

Fronted by Ram Charan and Jr NTR, RRR (2022) continues to garner applause and appreciation from global audiences even after almost eleven months of its theatrical release. The film put up a great show at the recently concluded Golden Globes and Critics Choice Awards and is now eying an Oscar…

Jr NTR requests fans to not demand updates on his…

After the humongous success of his fantasy action film Bimbisara (2022), actor Nandamuri Kalyan Ram is set to entertain the audience with another drama Amigos which stars him in a triple role. Recently, the makers organised a pre-release event where Jr NTR was present as the chief guest. On this…

From Yami Gautam Dhar starrer LOST to Salaam Venky featuring…

ZEE5 Global, the world's largest streaming platform for South Asian content, is set to release a slew of titles across genres and languages to bring the best of entertainment this February. Viewers can get ready for a power-packed month of drama, action, and thriller releases. From a heart-touching story of…

‘Still feeling it bro’: Shah Rukh Khan on record-breaking success…

The humongous box office success of Pathaan is yet to sink in, said superstar Shah Rukh Khan as he interacted with his fans during an #AskSrk session on Twitter. The 57-year-old actor, who plays the titular spy in the stylish actioner, said the team is "still feeling" the love coming…

SRK asks Paulo Coelho to ‘meet up soon’ after novelist…

Famous novelist and lyricist Paulo Coelho heaped praises on Shah Rukh Khan on Thursday. After his appreciation post, the King of Bollywood SRK responded in his signature style. From fans to members of the film industry, almost everyone went gaga over the film. Paulo Coelho too. Re-shared video of Shah…

Hope Adipurush gets its due: Kriti Sanon

Bollywood star Kriti Sanon says she is “extremely proud” of “Adipurush”, the big screen adaptation of the Ramayana. Fronted by "Baahubali" star Prabhas, who features in the title role as Lord Ram, the multilingual period saga sees Saif Ali Khan in the role of Lakesh and Sanon as Sita. "It…

EYE SPY: Return of the king

A FEW weeks before the release of the 2018 film Zero I went for dinner with a famous Bollywood actor friend, who was praising the trailer and saying it was a sure-fire blockbuster. I disagreed and predicted it would be a huge disaster, even if the movie miraculously turned out…

‘Pathaan’ raises £66 million gross worldwide in eight days

Star-studded action spectacle "Pathaan" has earned Rs 667 crore (£66.5 million approx) gross worldwide in eight days, said production house Yash Raj Films (YRF) on Thursday. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the globetrotting espionage thriller was released globally in Hindi with dubbed versions in Tamil and Telugu on January 25. It…

‘Pathaan’ continues blockbuster run at BO, total worldwide collection crosses…

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "Pathaan" continued to rake in big numbers at the global box office as the film's worldwide collection on day two reached Rs 219.6 crore (£20 million approx) the makers announced on Thursday. According to production house Yash Raj Films (YRF), the SRK-Deepika Padukone starrer raised Rs…

SRK’s ‘Pathaan’ sets cash register ringing with £5.5 million opening,…

Shah Rukh Khan made a grand comeback to the big screen with his new Hindi film "Pathaan" raising a whopping Rs 55 crore nett (£5.5 million) and its dubbed versions bringing in additional Rs 2 crores on the opening day, the makers announced on Thursday. According to production house Yash…

Top 30 under 30 Asians from the world of entertainment

THE future in the world of arts belonging to the young is perfectly illustrated by a new generation of south Asians who stood out in diverse fields. These exciting talents are breaking boundaries, expanding horizons, shattering glass ceilings, and delighting audiences with their amazing performances. They are inspiring other youngsters…

RRR: Jr NTR’s on-screen love interest Olivia finally reacts to…

Actress Olivia Morris, who featured as Jr NTR's love interest in SS Rajamouli's 'RRR', is in a celebratory mood as the track 'Naatu Naatu'song secured an Oscars 2023 nomination in the Best Original Song category. This year's nominations announcement took place on Tuesday and in no time Olivia took to…

‘Will not let the success get to my head’: RRR…

'RRR' lyricist Chandrabose expressed his happiness and gratitude as his music piece 'Naatu Naatu' bagged an Oscar Nomination in the 'Best Original song' category'. Talking to ANI, Chandrabose expressed his happiness and stated, "I will not let the success get to my head. Seeing the RRR casting list on the…

Oscars 2023 nominations: ‘This song will forever hold a special…

SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'RRR' made it to the official 95th Oscar nominations on Tuesday. The film's song 'Naatu Naatu' has officially entered the Oscars race in the 'Best Original Song' category. To mark this occasion actor Jr NTR, took to his Instagram account and congratulated the whole team for…

RRR song ‘Naatu Naatu’ makes it to Oscars nominations in…

Rejoice all 'RRR' fans! History has been created. SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'RRR' has made it to official Oscars nominations. The film's song 'Naatu Naatu' has officially entered the Oscars race in the 'Best Original Song' category. This year's Original Song nominees are music to our ears. #Oscars #Oscars95 pic.twitter.com/peKQmFD9Uh…

British Board of Film Classification gives 12A rating to Shah…

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan's "Pathaan '' has received a '12A' rating from the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) ahead of its release on Wednesday. The BBFC shared the rating for "Pathaan" on its official website along with detailed rating information. As per the rating system, no one younger than…

We have a beautiful relationship: Deepika Padukone on her blockbuster…

Ahead of the highly anticipated release of Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Pathaan', the film's female lead Deepika Padukone recently spoke about how her magical pairing with SRK has always managed to deliver a blockbuster. Deepika made her Bollywood debut in 2007 alongside the superstar in 'Om Shanti Om'. Following that…

EYE SPY: Ranveer Singh: Real deal or king of lucky…

IS RANVEER SINGH a talented movie star or an over-rated actor who has got lucky? I have always thought it was the latter, but many disagree and believe he is a big screen idol with bags of talent. Now that he has had three epic failures in a row, it…

2023 BAFTA Awards: RRR misses out, All That Breathes nominated…

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli's period action blockbuster "RRR" on Thursday missed out on the nomination at the 2023 BAFTA Film Awards, but Shaunak Sen made it to the final five in the best documentary segment with "All That Breathes". "RRR" was in the longlist for the 'film not in English language'…

How Deewaar became a cult classic

WHEN lists of the greatest Bollywood films of all time are compiled, Deewaar consistently makes the top 10. The drama about brothers on opposite sides of the law became a sensation when it was released on January 24, 1975, and remains iconic. Amitabh Bachchan and Shashi Kapoor as the siblings…

Priyanka Chopra meets SS Rajamouli, M M Keeravani at ‘RRR’…

Priyanka Chopra attended SS Rajamouli and M M Keeravani's 'RRR' screening in Los Angles. She shared pictures from the event along with a congratulatory note. Taking to Instagram Story, Priyanka treated fans with a glimpse of her meeting with the RRR team. Sharing the stage with the RRR team, she…

Multi-award-winning RRR streaming exclusively on ZEE5 Global in original language…

The RRRoar gets louder. Days after the coveted Golden Globe win, the SS Rajamouli creation continues to script history with its latest wins at the prestigious Critics Choice Awards (CCA), winning Best Song, for M.M. Keeravani’s Naatu Naatu and Best Foreign Language film at CCA. This follows its recent win…

Shah Rukh Khan is a gentleman: Vijay Sethupathi on teaming…

Actor Vijay Sethupathi says Shah Rukh Khan was a gentleman who never let his stardom come in the way of their collaboration in Atlee's film "Jawan". The south superstar said they often discussed scenes together and had a great time. "I had a good time working on 'Jawan’ with Atlee…

Actor Amala Paul denied entry to Kerala temple on religious…

Indian actress Amala Paul, who is known for her work in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu cinema, recently visited the Thiruvairanikulam Mahadeva temple in the Ernakulam district of Kerala. However, she was denied entry inside the temple premises by the officials. The temple is reportedly open only to Hindu devotes and…

I’m open to experimentation: SS Rajamouli on making his Hollywood…

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli says just like any other filmmaker, he also harbours the ambition to make a Hollywood film someday. However, the decision to venture into Hollywood is not easy for the filmmaker, whose latest movie "RRR" is registering wins at various award ceremonies in the US after very strong…

Is it Bade Miyan Chote Miyan? Tiger Shroff hints at…

Tiger Shroff is all set to take it to the next level in 2023. The 'War' actor latest post teased fans with a hint of the biggest film of his career and we guess it is 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'. Taking to his Instagram, Tiger shared his video in which…

ZEE5 Global announces new crime thriller Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke starring…

ZEE5 Global, the world's largest streaming platform for South Asian content, set a benchmark for thrillers in 2022. From hit releases like Abhay 3 to Rangbaaz – Darr Ki Rajneeti and Duranga, the platform saw a successful year and is now ready to bring its next original, Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke,…

RRR star Jr NTR meets top Marvel Studios executive at…

Telugu-language Indian film RRR (2022), S.S. Rajamouli’s saga about two Indian revolutionary heroes, Komaram Bheem and Alluri Sitarama Raju who join forces against British colonial rule, has become a global success. The popularity of the film has made its leading actors – Ram Charan and Jr. NTR – global stars.…

‘Mera Bharat Mahan,’ says SS Rajamouli at 28th Critics Choice…

Director SS Rajamouli is currently enjoying the grand success of his magnum opus film 'RRR' as after winning the prestigious Golden Globe award, the film has bagged two more awards at the 28th edition of the Critics Choice Awards. On Monday, team 'RRR' took to their Twitter account and shared…

RRR wins Best Foreign Language Film, Best Song for ‘Naatu…

SS Rajamouli's "RRR"continued its winning streak as the global blockbuster won two trophies -- Best Foreign Language Film and Best Song for "Naatu Naatu" -- at the Critics Choice Awards (CCA) here. The Telugu magnum opus, headlined by Ram Charan and Jr NTR, was nominated in five categories at the…

James Cameron saw RRR twice, says Rajamouli after meeting director

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli and music composer MM Keeravani are on "top of the world" after their recent meeting with Hollywood veteran James Cameron, who praised their film RRR and shared that he saw the global blockbuster twice. Rajamouli and Keeravani are both in the US to attend various international award…

SS Rajamouli overjoyed as he meets ‘god’ Steven Spielberg

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli couldn't contain his excitement after the "RRR" director met the "god" of blockbuster cinema - Steven Spielberg. Rajamouli, currently basking in the glory of the Golden Globe win of song "Naatu Naatu" from "RRR", met Spielberg along with composer MM Keeravaani at an event here recently. He…

Pooja Bhatt hits out at trolls questioning Jr NTR’s accent…

Headlined by Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, the Telugu-language Indian film RRR (2022) is on a winning spree at various prestigious award ceremonies across the world. The latest historic win that the film scored came on Wednesday when it bagged the Golden Globes Awards for its super energetic song “Naatu…

More than 100 hook steps tried before ‘Naatu Naatu’ moves…

Some 100 variations of the hook steps, two months of rehearsals, and 20 days of shooting… that's what went into creating the perfectly synthesised moves in the global hit "Naatu Naatu" from the film RRR, says choreographer Prem Rakshith. The track, filmed on the movie's leading stars Jr NTR and…

‘The response to Thunivu is mind blowing’, says producer Boney…

The response to the much-awaited 2023 Tamil film Thunivu has been shocking. The tickets were sold out on day one across all cinemas including special shows in over 130/140 cinemas in Tamil Nadu & social media hasn’t stopped buzzing about the grand-scale production, incredible acting & much more. Producer Boney…

Shah Rukh Khan’s secret to happiness: Keep your lows to…

"Keep your lows to yourself" was how Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan responded on Thursday when he was asked to share the secret to his happiness during a fan interaction on social media. The 56-year-old actor, who is conducting frequent Q&A sessions on Twitter ahead of the release of his…

Lot of hard work has been put into making Pathaan:…

Bollywood star John Abraham on Thursday thanked fans for showering love on the trailer of his highly-anticipated film Pathaan, describing the action spy thriller as a "biggie" that is a result of a lot of hard work. The actor completes 20 years in cinema next week and said the release…

Hope Shehzada crosses £20 million-mark: Kartik Aaryan

Calling Shehzada a “family mass entertainer”, actor Kartik Aaryan on Thursday said he hopes the upcoming film crosses the £20 million milestone at the box office. Aaryan, whose Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was among the handful of hit films to come out of Bollywood in 2022, said the success of the…

‘We are Indians first,’ Adnan Sami takes a dig at…

Music composer and singer Adnan Sami, on Wednesday, took a dig at CM Jagan Mohan Reddy after the Andhra CM congratulated team 'RRR' for their historic win at the Golden Globe. https://twitter.com/AdnanSamiLive/status/1613063639791210496?s=20&t=Kj6w2vQe4KBzEJNsVYbmNQ Taking to Twitter, Jagan Reddy wrote, " The #Telugu flag is flying high! On behalf of all of…

‘RRR’ composer MM Keeravaani: Creating chartbusters since 1990s

With the Golden Globe win of RRR track 'Naatu Naatu', Indian composer MM Keeravaani has become the toast of the 2023 Hollywood awards season, but his connect with audiences goes way back to the 1990s generation still mesmerised when they hear the romantic Telugu track 'Thelusa Manasa'. Better known to…

India celebrates RRR triumph at Golden Globes

India celebrated a rare Hollywood award triumph after local film RRR won a Golden Globe for best song on Wednesday, seeing off competition from US superstars Taylor Swift and Rihanna. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the "very special accomplishment" after the win by the action movie's barnstorming, high-octane number "Naatu…

RRR song ‘Naatu Naatu’ wins Best Original Song at Golden…

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli's magnum opus 'RRR' bagged the Best Original song trophy for its song 'Naatu Naatu' at the 2023 Golden Globes2023 Golden Globes. The song has been composed by veteran music director MM Keeravaani and penned by Kala Bhairavi and Rahul Sipligunj. 'Naatu Naatu' was nominated alongside Taylor Swift's…

Action set-pieces from Pathaan compared to Fast & Furious, Mission…

After a long wait, the trailer of Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited film Pathaan finally came out on Tuesday. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the upcoming action entertainer stars Khan alongside Deepika Padukone, with John Abraham seen as the antagonist. While fans are on cloud nine after watching the trailer, there are…

‘When your RRR team brings Oscar to India, please let…

Makers of the upcoming action thriller film 'Pathaan' starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham unveiled the trailer on Tuesday. King Khan thanked actor Ram Charan for his shoutout to the movie in his trademark style. The 'RRR' star who is in Los Angeles for the Golden Globe…

Samantha Ruth Prabhu claps back at online outlet claiming she…

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has slammed an online outlet for its insensitive post saying she lost her glow after her Myositis diagnosis. In a Twitter post on Monday, the online outlet shared photos of the actor from the trailer launch event of Samantha's upcoming Telugu movie "Shaakuntalam". On the photos,…

Trailer for Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone’s action thriller Pathaan…

The makers of the upcoming action thriller film Pathaan finally unveiled the official trailer on Tuesday. Taking to Instagram, actor Shah Rukh Khan shared the trailer which he captioned, "Mehemaan nawaazi ke liye Pathaan aa raha hai, aur pataakhen bhi saath laa raha hai! Pathaan trailer out now! Link in…

Genelia on her 10-year sabbatical from screen: I’d have taken…

Actor Genelia Deshmukh says her decade-long break from showbiz helped her breathe life into the character of Shravani from her latest film release "Ved", which marks the directorial debut of her husband-actor Riteish Deshmukh. While she appeared in cameos through the years in Hindi films such as "Jai Ho" and…

RRR will win Best Picture at Oscars 2023, predicts Hollywood…

Helmed by visionary filmmaker SS Rajamouli, RRR (2022) has been getting unprecedented attention from the world media lately. Ever since the film landed on Netflix, after an outstanding performance at the domestic box office, it has emerged as a cultural phenomenon in the US with several prominent filmmakers, writers, actors,…

Couple who went viral for grand Hindu wedding, now expect…

The two had taken the internet by storm with their grand Hindu marriage held in New Jersey, US, in 2019. And now, the couple -- Amit Shah and Aditya Madiraju, are set to welcome their first baby in May. The partners also had a paternity shoot and its photographs were…

Working towards something that I am passionate about: Yash shares…

KGF star Yash on Friday expressed gratitude to his fans for their constant support and asked them for "the gift of patience" as it would take him some time to announce his next project. In a lengthy note posted on Twitter ahead of his 37th birthday on Sunday, the Kannada…

Deepika Padukone’s close-up shot of b******s and visuals of sensuous…

The controversy around Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s highly anticipated film Pathaan refuses to die down. The film has been at the center of controversy ever since the makers dropped its first song “Besharam Rang” a couple of weeks ago. Several right-wing outfits and a few members of the…

EYE SPY: Predicting entertainment highs and lows in 2023

LIKE every year, 2023 will likely be a rollercoaster ride for the entertainment industry, filled with highs, lows, excitement and unexpected twists. There will be artistic excellence, celebrity surprises, path-breaking moments, bad times, things that shouldn’t happen and so much more. With that in mind, Eastern Eye looked ahead to…

Watch – RRR director Rajamouli thanks NY Film Critics Circle…

SS Rajamouli, the best director winner at the New York Film Critics Circle (NYFCC) Awards for "RRR", has thanked the organisation for appreciating his "small film from the south of India". S.S. Rajamouli accepting the Best Director prize from #NYFCC for #RRRMovie #SSR pic.twitter.com/RCjySbC9yk — Matt Neglia (@NextBestPicture) January 5,…

Asian cinema gems that sparkled last year

LAST year may have been a bad one for Bollywood, but that didn’t stop it from being an interesting 12 months for films with a strong south Asian connection. There were marvellous movies made across different languages and genres, which delighted audiences on multiple platforms, from streaming sites to cinemas…

Kartik Aaryan spots his hoarding at London airport; fans comment…

There is no denying the fact that Kartik Aaryan is one of the most successful actors working in Bollywood today. He has delivered several blockbusters over the years and has some exciting projects lined up for release in 2023. Recently, the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022) was on Christmas and New…

Regina Cassandra to star in ZEE5’s series Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke

Streaming platform ZEE5 on Tuesday announced its next original series Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke, headlined by actor Regina Cassandra. The edge-of-the-seat thriller is helmed by filmmaker Srijit Mukherji and focuses on Kavya, a woman IPS officer, played by Cassandra. The 32-year-old actor, known for films such as Siva Manasulo Sruthi, Mughizh,…

Samantha not walking out of Citadel over health issues, set…

Rumours were doing the rounds lately that popular actress Samantha was set to bow out of the much-talked-about Amazon Prime series Citadel owing to some health issues. But if fresh reports are to be believed, the actress is still a part of the high-profile project and will start filming with…

Anupam Kher starts shooting for Vivek Agnihotri’s The Vaccine War

Anupam Kher is officially a part of filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri's next directorial The Vaccine War and has commenced shooting for the film, the veteran actor announced on Monday. The film marks the fourth collaboration between Agnihotri and Kher after movies such as "Buddha in a Traffic Jam", "The Tashkent Files" and…

RRR a great movie and no one can tell me…

"Game of Thrones" actor Nathalie Emmanuel is the latest international celebrity to join the ever-growing fan club of SS Rajamouli's "RRR" as she described the blockbuster film as a "superhero bromance". https://twitter.com/missnemmanuel/status/1608177418384146434?s=20&t=P5IyjK5Zh4e4mPsHI07h-Q In a Twitter thread shared on Thursday, Emmanuel, who recently watched the movie, gave a shout-out to the…

Minor daughters of drowned Indian-American couple to soon fly to…

The two minor daughters of an Indian-American couple, who drowned in the US, have been handed over to a family friend and will soon fly to India to their grandparents, a media report said. The girls, aged seven and 12, were placed under the custody of the Arizona Department of…

Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan-2 to release worldwide in April 2023

The second part of acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam’s Tamil film franchise “Ponniyin Selvan” is set to hit theatres worldwide on April 28, 2023, the makers announced on Wednesday. The historical-drama is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s 1955 Tamil novel of the same name, which chronicles the story of the early days…

‘My storytelling inherently has a kind of fantasy,’ says RRR…

It won’t be an exaggeration to say that 2022 belonged to Indian filmmaker SS Rajamouli. His film RRR (Rise Roar Revolt), a lavishly mounted period epic action drama, hit theatres on March 24 and still continued to dominate headlines for one reason or the other. The film features Jr. NTR…

Here’s what you can expect from John Abraham’s character in…

Get ready to witness actor John Abraham's action-packed face-off with superstar Shah Rukh Khan in Pathaan. In the film, John will be seen playing Jim, who is the menacing arch-enemy of Shah Rukh. Sharing more details about John's character, director Siddharth Anand said, "I have always believed in the fact…

Disastrous dozen: 12 movies that scraped the bottom of the…

THE end of December is traditionally the time to do a round-up of the best this year has had to offer, but that is impossible for Bollywood in 2022 because of the poor quality of films that have been released since January. Eastern Eye decided to flip the script and…

‘Naatu Naatu’ from RRR makes it to Oscars shortlist in…

'RRR' filmmakers are rejoicing as they progress further in the race to the Oscars. The infectiously catchy song 'Naatu Naatu' from the blockbuster Telugu film has been shortlisted for the 2023 Oscar Awards in the 'Best Original Song' category. Trade Analyst Taran Adarsh took to Twitter to make the announcement.…

John Krasinski expresses his desire to watch SS Rajamouli’s RRR;…

John Krasinski, who is presently busy promoting the third season of his hit streaming show Jack Ryan, has expressed his desire to watch SS Rajamouli’s blockbuster film RRR (2022). While promoting his show in India, Krasinski talked about RRR and his wish to do a Bollywood film in the future.…

Shah Rukh Khan recalls how he asked Aditya Chopra to…

After staying away from films for four long years, superstar Shah Rukh Khan is set to return to the silver screen with Yash Raj Films’ much-anticipated action thriller Pathaan, which has been in news ever since its announcement. The superstar was last seen in Zero (2018), which he also co-produced…

Nayanthara set to woo Hindi audience with her first-ever Hindi…

Nayanthara's Tamil horror thriller film Connect has been in the headlines ever since the makers announced the project. Originally made in Tamil, the film is set to release in multiple languages, including Hindi. This is the sheer epitome of Nayanthara's superstardom that the Hindi trailer is also receiving great love…

The 20 celebrities who will be glad to see the…

Eastern Eye on Friday (16) published the annual list of Top 50 global Asian stars of the year. The countdown celebrates those who have made a mark, broken new ground, and shown general all-round awesomeness. So for the sake of fairness and balance, this is a look, in no particular…

Top 50 Asian stars of 2022

A GROUND-BREAKING year saw glass ceilings being shattered, greater heights reached, horizons expanded, and new paths created globally. There was also fresh creative work, international crossovers and exciting new artists announcing their arrival. Top south Asian talent from diverse fields were at the forefront of the moves being made and…

Now RRR nominated for 5 Critics Choice Awards including Best…

Days after "RRR" bagged two Golden Globe nominations, the period action film on Wednesday secured five nods at the 28th annual Critics Choice Awards including Best Picture and Best Director. Starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR, the movie is also nominated in the Best Foreign Language Film, Best Song for…

JR NTR AND RAM CHARAN TOP GLOBAL ASIAN CELEBRITY LIST…

Popular actors Jr NTR and Ram Charan have jointly topped the 2022 list of the Top 50 Asian Celebrities In The World. The Pan-Indian stars beat off tough global competition to top the latest edition of the list, published annually by UK based Eastern Eye newspaper. The Telugu cinema icons…

What a proud moment: ‘RRR’ star Ram Charan after film…

“RRR” star Ram Charan on Tuesday said he is proud to be part of the period action epic a day after the pan-India film was nominated in the best picture – non-English and best original song – motion picture categories at the upcoming Golden Globe Awards. The Telugu cinema star,…

SS Rajamouli’s RRR makes history, picks up two Golden Globe…

The spectacle of 'RRR' in the West doesn't seem to cease any time soon. Helmed by SS Rajamouli, the action-drama film recently nabbed two spots in the nomination list for the Golden Globe Awards 2023. The prestigious award show made the announcement via congratulatory posts to the nominees on its…

Karan Johar says Bollywood lacks ‘spine and conviction’ to make…

2022 has not been a great year for Bollywood, which prides itself on being the largest moviemaking industry in India. A number of high-profile films featuring A-list actors fell flat at the box office, incurring unprecedented losses. Now, celebrated filmmaker Karan Johar has held Bollywood’s lack of spine and conviction…

Indian-American Krishna Vavilala receives US Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

US president Joe Biden has recognised Indian-American and a longtime Houstonian, Krishna Vavilala, with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement (PLA) Award, the nation's highest honour for his contributions to his community and the country at large. The Presidential Lifetime Achievement (PLA) Awards, led by AmeriCorps, is an annual event held to…

Akshay Kumar gets trolled after fans spot light bulbs in…

As superstar Akshay Kumar unveiled his look as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj from Mahesh Manjrekar's upcoming film on the great Maratha warrior, social media users gave a mixed response to the actor's efforts. Some asked if there were electric bulbs in the 17th century, while others pleaded with him to not…

Akshay Kumar starts filming for Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar on Tuesday said he has begun shooting for his Marathi film “Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat”. The period drama, directed by Mahesh Manjrekar, will feature Kumar as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) Kumar took…

Legendary Indian vocalist Bombay Jayashri to make rare visit to…

In March 2023, Milap is set to present one of India’s most celebrated and undisputed stars of classical music, Bombay Jayashri, as she returns to England for the first time in over a decade to perform two very special shows of Carnatic compositions and improvisations. Having performed her first concert in 1982,…

It’s about giving some good music to people: Shankar Mahadevan…

It's all about giving good music in a "traditional public performance", says singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan as he gears up for a live concert with contemporary and classical notes, and some nostalgia too. The show, titled 'Shankar Mahadevan Live in Concert' and produced and curated by Rahul Ranade and Deux Farming…

Action in Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan choreographed by action director…

When the makers of the upcoming Bollywood film Pathaan unveiled its teaser on superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, it garnered a crazy response from fans. The Siddharth Anand directorial marks Khan’s return to the silver screen after a huge gap of four years and his fans are waiting for the…

SS Rajamouli reveals if he has been approached by Kevin…

It has been more than half a year since its release, but filmmaker SS Rajamouli’s RRR (2022) still continues to dominate headlines. In addition to doing terrific business on home turf, the film has done exceedingly well overseas. Over the past few months, a number of artists from Hollywood have…

Indo-British artist Saloni on her latest bilingual single ‘Chali Mein’:…

Based in the UK, Indo-British artist Saloni Boyina is charting her own path with her unique music style. After receiving a great response for her previous release Legacy, which is the first English and Telugu original of the UK, she has now come up with her new song, titled Chali…

Chiranjeevi’s rich work, wonderful nature have endeared him to film…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated superstar Chiranjeevi on getting the Indian Film Personality of the Year award, saying his diverse roles and wonderful nature have endeared him to film lovers across generations. The 53rd edition of the International Film Festival of India in Goa on Sunday honoured Chiranjeevi…

All about actor Kartik Aaryan

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW BIRTHDAY SPECIAL ON THE RED HOT BOLLYWOOD STAR Brilliantly talented actor Kartik Aaryan has risen from humble beginning to become a bankable Bollywood star with a big following. His relatability and charm in successful films has enabled him to make a strong connection with cross-generational…

From KGF 2 trivia to top-rated Aishwarya Rai Bachchan films,…

Entertainment fans can now explore exclusive Indian content, including trending titles and stars, powered by the #1 movie website in the world IMDb (www.imdb.com), IMDb, the world's most popular and authoritative source of information on movies, TV shows, and celebrities, has recently launched its official social media handles for Indian…

RRR sequel in the works? Read to know what SS…

Ace filmmaker SS Rajamouli has confirmed that he is expanding the 'RRR' franchise. At an event in Chicago, Rajamouli reportedly said that he and his father, Vijayendra Prasad, are currently working on the second installment of 'RRR'. "My father is a story writer for all my films. We discussed a…

MS Dhoni set to foray into Tamil cinema; teams up…

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of the most celebrated Indian cricketers ever, recently ventured into film production with the launch of his banner, Dhoni Entertainment. He is set to bankroll a couple of projects in various popular Indian languages including Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam before branching out to other languages. But…

Avatar producer Jon Landau: ‘India’s diversity continues to amaze me’

Film producer Jon Landau says he finds India’s culture and diversity astonishing and is looking forward to releasing his upcoming venture Avatar: The Way Of Water in the country in six languages. Directed by celebrated filmmaker James Cameron, Avatar: The Way Of Water is scheduled to be released in India…

As makers decide to rework CGI and VFX, Prabhas’ Adipurush…

Headlined by Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, Adipurush is one of the eagerly awaited films of 2023. The Om Raut directorial was earlier slated to enter cinemas on January 12, 2023. However, following a severe backlash over poor VFX and the amateurish looks of lead characters in the teaser, the makers…

Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan under fire for plagiarism; Tamil producer…

Filmmaker Atlee Kumar’s much-anticipated film Jawan has landed in hot waters as Manikam Narayanan, a Tamil film producer, has accused him of plagiarising the script of Vijayakanth’s 2006 film, Perarasu, for his upcoming film, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Nayanthara in lead roles. The case has been filed together with…

Good will always outweigh the bad: Shah Rukh Khan on…

The only solution to beat all problems in life is to never lose faith in goodness, superstar Shah Rukh Khan said on Saturday Three days after his 57th birthday, the actor conducted his popular #AskSRK session with his fans and followers on Twitter Shah Rukh answered all fan questions, which…

‘Shah Rukh Khan pushed his body to breaking point for…

Pathaan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham, is one of the most-anticipated films of 2023. It marks Khan’s return to the silver screen after a huge gap of four years as he was last seen in his home production Zero (2018). Recently, the makers launched the teaser…

Disco Dancer: 21 facts about the Bollywood blockbuster ahead of…

Bollywood movie Disco Dancer was a big blockbuster success when it released in 1982 and has become a cult classic largely thanks to the winning soundtrack. The story of a slum dweller dreaming of a better life for himself and hoping to dance his way to success while battling dark…

BR Chopra: 20 greatest movies

Anniversary special to remember the incredible filmmaker’s magnificent body of work BR Chopra rose from humble beginnings to become one of India’s greatest and most influential filmmakers. An incredible career that lasted more than 50 years saw him make all-time classics, cross new cinema horizons, launch talent like his younger…

Shah Rukh Khan shares birthday selfie with fans outside Mannat;…

Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, on Wednesday, expressed gratitude to his fans for showering immense love on the actor and shared a birthday selfie with fans outside his house. Taking to Instagram, Shah Rukh Khan shared a picture of him along with his fans standing outside his house Mannat and…

Snoop Dogg shares viral video of a schoolgirl dancing to…

Toplined by Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, Pushpa: The Rise was one of the biggest blockbusters of 2021. The pan-India film, originally made in Telugu, did not only perform exceptionally well in several southern states but also set the cash registers jingling in Hindi-speaking territories in India. In…

Chiranjeevi extends support to Samantha after her Myositis diagnosis

After South sensation Samantha Ruth Prabhu revealed that she had been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition called 'Myositis', support poured in from all corners. Especially from her friends and colleagues from the industry. One special wish came from Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi, who penned a heartfelt note for the actor. He…

Tabu: 20 greatest performances

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL CELEBRATING THE VERSATILE ACTING ICON’S DIVERSE ROLES ACROSS GENRES AND LANGUAGES Talented Bollywood star Tabu is seen as one of the finest actresses of this generation and has a brilliant body of work to back it up. The versatile performer has shown off her impressive range in a…

Katrina Kaif expresses desire to work in South films after…

Leading Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif is in awe of noted filmmaker Mani Ratman’s latest directorial venture Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1, so much so that she has expressed her desire to work in South Indian films after watching the multi-starrer magnum opus which has set the worldwide box office on fire…

Here’s how RRR stars Ram Charan, Jr NTR enjoyed Japan…

Ram Charan gave a sneak peek into the time spent in Japan with his wife Upasana Konidela and 'RRR' co-star Jr NTR. Taking to his Instagram handle, the 'Zanjeer' actor dropped a video featuring 'RRR' team. In the video, Ram Charan and Jr NTR were seen having a fun time…

Pathaan teaser to be out on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday?…

As Shah Rukh Khan's 57th birthday is just around the corner, fans are now speculating that the actor is going to unveil the teaser of his much-awaited action thriller film 'Pathaan' on November 2. Taking to Twitter, netizens trend #PathaanTeaser as they shared their excitement for the teaser of the…

Jr NTR jets off to Japan with sons for ‘RRR’…

Blockbuster film 'RRR' is all set to hit the theatres in Japan on October 21. And to make the release even more special, the cast of the film has jetted off to Japan. The latest to join the bandwagon is Jr NTR, who was spotted at the airport on Tuesday.…

Mother India: Story behind a classic

65TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL ABOUT THE MAKING OF AN ICONIC MOVIE AND ITS AMAZING ACHIEVEMENTS When Mother India released on October 25, 1957, it had the kind of impact that no other Bollywood film ever made before. The beautifully made classic about a woman fighting against the odds to raise her…

Aishwarya Lekshmi on her character Ammu in Prime Video’s first…

All set to release tomorrow, Prime Video’s first Telugu Original Movie, Ammu is all set to bring a story of a woman who rises like a phoenix in the face of adversity. Ammu traces the thrilling transformation of a woman from being a victim of domestic violence to overcoming her…

Internet goes berserk as Dwayne Johnson asks Varun Dhawan ‘let…

Headlined by Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson, Black Adam is one of the most-awaited films globally. DC fans in India are also waiting for the theatrical release of the film with bated breath. And since Bollywood star Varun Dhawan is also a huge fan of Dwayne Johnson, he is also very…

Nargis Fakhri spills beans on Bollywood people having multiple faces:…

Actress Nargis Fakhri, who made her acting debut opposite Ranbir Kapoor in Imtiaz Ali’s Rockstar (2021) and then went on to appear in such successful films as Madras Café (2013), Main Tera Hero (2014), and Housefull 3 (2016, has been missing from the scene for quite some time now. She…

Andrea Jeremiah and her lockdown Flavors

PANDEMIC SHAPES SINGER’S DEBUT ENGLISH ALBUM These are exciting times for popular singer and actress Andrea Jeremiah. The voice behind smash-hit Tamil and Telugu songs, recently released her debut English language album Flavors, which she co-produced with her band The Jeremiah Project. The bright all-round talent will also be showing…

New York mayor performs Allu Arjun’s famous hand gesture pose…

New York city mayor Eric Adams has performed the iconic hand gesture of actor Allu Arjun from his recent blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise. Adams attended an event organized by the Telugu community in the city where he interacted with the people and also celebrated the festival of Batukamma with them.…

Ajay Devgn’s company distances itself from Adipurush, clarifies it didn’t…

After being trolled for 'bad VFX', Ajay Devgn's company NY VFXwala has clarified that it has not done the VFX for Adipurush. Director Om Raut made the film with the dream of bringing the story of Ramayana to the silver screen but ever since the first teaser of Prabhas, Saif…

BJP leader slams Adipurush director Om Raut; asks him to…

After BJP spokesperson Malavika Avinash slammed Adipurush director Om Raut for "misrepresentation" of Ramayana, the Madhya Pradesh Home Minister issued a statement echoing similar sentiments. Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra slammed the filmmaker and expressed his objection to the portrayal of the Hindu religion in the film. He also…

Wakanda Forever trailer introduces new Black Panther to MCU after…

The first official trailer of the long-awaited Marvel film 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' has finally been released on Monday and it provides a better look at the mysterious new Black Panther. The almost 2-minute-long trailer gives viewers a closer glimpse at a new underwater nation, which is being led by…

‘You can’t buy my love for Ram Charan and Chiranjeevi…

Starring Chiranjeevi in the lead role, the much-awaited film Godfather is set to release in theatres on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. The Hindi trailer of the film was released in Mumbai today at an event attended by Chiranjeevi and superstar Salman Khan who plays an important role in the…

Dulquer Salmaan: Speaking the right cinema language

HE MAY have enjoyed big success in Malayalam cinema, but Dulquer Salmaan has always been willing to cross new horizons with Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu films. The versatile actor followed up a winning performance in smash hit Telugu language period romance Sita Ramam with a darker role in newly released…

Aishwarya Rai has stolen everyone’s heart, says Vikram

It seems like actor Vikram is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's huge admirer. The actor, who will be seen sharing screen space with Aishwarya in 'Ponniyin Selvan', recently spoke about how the actress has stolen many hearts with her beauty and work. "She has stolen everyone's heart. Ash has always been symbolic…

SRK flaunts his abs in new shirtless photo; Gauri has…

Shah Rukh Khan posted a photo of himself on his social media account and well, we just can’t keep our eyes off! SRK posted a shirtless photo of himself on Instagram and wrote, “Tum hoti toh kaisa hota….Tum iss baat pe hairaan hoti, Tum iss baat pe kitni hansti…….Tum hoti…

Aaradhya was mesmerised to be on Ponniyin Selvan sets: Aishwarya…

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan says her daughter Aaradhya joined her on the sets of Mani Ratnam's magnum opus ''Ponniyin Selvan – I'' and it was an enchanting experience for her. Based on Kalki Krishnamurthy's 1955 novel, the much-anticipated Tamil historical drama chronicles the story of the early days of Arulmozhivarman, a…

Samantha Prabhu in USA for Citadel

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabu is in the US for her project 'Citadel'. A source close to the actor informed, "Samantha has been working on getting into her character for Citadel in the US. She is following a very strict fitness and lifestyle regime there to get into the physicality of…

Rana Daggubati unveils teaser of Kannada film Kabzaa, set to…

After the success of KGF, KGF 2, 777 Charlie, and Vikrant Rona, the Kannada film industry is all set to release another big action entertainer titled Kabzaa. The film directed by R Chandru stars Upendra Rao, Kicha Sudeep, Shriya Saran, Manoj Bajpayee, and Nawab Shah. While the film is set…

No way to repay what Shah Rukh Khan has done…

True to the opening credits of ''Brahmastra Part One: Shiva'', Ayan Mukerji is ''eternally grateful to Mr Shah Rukh Khan'' who, besides his extended cameo, brought his expertise of having worked on many VFX-heavy films to the director's most ambitious project. ''Brahmastra'', headlined by Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, may…

Nagarjuna on Brahmastra’s success and failure of son Naga Chaitanya’s…

In a family of four actors, there are a lot of “bittersweet moments” every year, says veteran star Nagarjuna, who is basking in the success of Brahmastra: Part One Shiva which comes a month after his son Naga Chaitanya’s Hindi debut Laal Singh Chaddha bombed at the box office. As…

SS Rajamouli announces ‘a globetrotting action adventure’ with Mahesh Babu:…

Acclaimed filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who is riding high on the global success of his last film RRR (2022), has spilled beans on his next directorial venture, which features Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role. The award-winning filmmaker is currently in Canada for the Toronto International Film Festival where…

Has Brahmastra bucked the boycott trend? Alia Bhatt and Ranbir…

Exceeding all expectations and throwing all pre-release predictions out of the window, Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt starrer Brahmastra: Part One – Shiva has taken a thunderous start at the box office. The film hit the marquee on September 9 amid relentless calls for a boycott and received a mixed…

Will oppose if any Bollywood celebrity comments like Ranbir on…

Members of the Bajrang Dal, recently protested against Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt during their visit to Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple after the 'Rockstar' actor's controversial 'beef' statement. Bajrang Dal members stated that Ranbir and Alia will not be permitted to enter the premises of the temple, as Ranbir has…

Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt face protests at Ujjain Mahakaleshwar…

Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt along with director Ayan Mukerji on Tuesday faced protests at the famous Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, for the 'Rockstar' actor's comment that he likes beef, in 2011. Ranbir, Alia, and director Ayan recently arrived in Ujjain to take the blessings of Lord Shiva…

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri to attend the 10th South Indian International…

Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri is unstoppable! The Indian film director has always managed to make it to the headline for every move he makes. The director has strong opinions and never shies away from putting forward his point. Now after all the accomplishments the filmmaker has achieved this year, Vivek Ranjan…

Jr NTR heaps praises on Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan is adored by millions of fans in India and abroad. Like many, Telugu star Jr NTR also does not shy away from expressing his love for the legendary actor. During a press event of 'Brahmastra' in Hyderabad on Friday, NTR opened up about how much he is in…

Shree 420: Relevant all-time classic

Twenty fun facts about the inspiring bollywood film to mark its 67th anniversary Iconic classic Shree 420 is widely regarded as one of the greatest Bollywood films of all time and its theme of migrants looking for a better life remains relevant today. Raj Kapoor produced, directed, and starred in…

Big boycott bombs keep dropping on Bollywood

HOW SOCIAL MEDIA MOVEMENT TO STOP WATCHING HINDI FILMS HAS NOW GONE OUT OF CONTROL Shortly after actor Sushant Singh Rajput died, I had written about the boycott Bollywood movement started by those who were sad and angry over what had happened to him and the lack of empathy shown…

#BoycottBrahmastra: Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt’s next film faces netizens’ backlash,…

After boycotting some of the Bollywood biggies 'Laal Singh Chaddha', 'Raksha Bandhan', 'Dobaaraa' and recently Vijay Deverakonda's 'Liger', netizens are now eyeing a boycott of Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt's upcoming sci-fi thriller film 'Brahmastra: Part 1 - Shiva'. Trollers are currently trending #BoycottBrahmastra on Twitter, asking the people not…

Did Vijay Deverakonda cry after seeing dismal performance of his…

Liger was touted to be one of the biggest releases of 2022. South Indian actor Vijay Deverakonda, who shot to overnight fame with his 2017 release Arjun Reddy, marked his pan-India debut with the actioner. The actor had a lot of expectations from the film. He promoted the film across…

Canadian city named a street after AR Rahman; he says,…

The Canadian government has honoured AR Rahman by naming a street after him in Canada's Markham city. The Oscar-award-winning composer took to social media to share the news with his millions of fans all across the world and thanked the Mayor of Markham, Frank Scarpitti, for the honour. He also…

AVS Studios announces VRUSHABHA, a multilingual high-energy drama starring megastar…

Over the last few months, the industry has been excited and waiting with much anticipation for the newest entrant in the filmed content and entertainment business, AVS Studios to unveil its slate. Founded by former Netflix executive Abhishek Vyas, AVS Studios has been set up with a vision to harness…

‘They’re telling stories, we’re selling stars’: Anupam Kher on South…

It is no secret that Bollywood films are failing left, right, and center at the box office. A number of high-profile Hindi films, featuring some of the biggest actors of the industry, have tanked without a trace. But at the same time, South Indian films are not only performing well…

Telugu talent roars into Bollywood

VIJAY DEVERAKONDA DISCUSSES HIS DEBUT HINDI MOVIE LIGER Rapidly rising film star Vijay Deverakonda has been unstoppable since 2017 Telugu film Arjun Reddy became a blockbuster success. He turned down the chance to headline its super successful Hindi remake Kabir Singh (2019) and put together an impressive list of blockbuster…

‘Liger’ not a regional story’: director Puri Jagannadh

It is the “best time” to make a pan-India movie, believes director Puri Jagannadh, who says his latest release “Liger”, about the rise of an underdog, is a universal story. Headlined by Vijay Deverakonda, the Telugu-Hindi sports drama released in theatres in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam on Thursday.…

John Abraham ready for ‘mission of a lifetime’ in ‘Pathaan’…

After the success of “Ek Villain Returns”, Bollywood star John Abraham is once again armed and dangerous as the antagonist of the upcoming action film “Pathaan”. The movie is headlined by superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who returns to the big screen after a gap of five years. Directed by Siddharth…

James Cameron’s Avatar to re-release in theatres; might end up…

James Cameron's Academy Award-winning 2009 epic adventure 'Avatar,' which was released in theatres 13 years ago, is all set to return to theatres on September 23rd this year. The film will be re-released in theatres in India three months prior to the release of its sequel - 'Avatar: The Way…

Alia Bhatt faces the internet’s ire for her “if you…

Alia Bhatt is trending on Twitter and it's not for the right reason. Netizens have taken offence against her recent statement and have started trending the 'boycott' hashtag on Twitter once again. Reportedly, Alia, in an interview, said that "if you don't like me, don't watch me", which has triggered…

Did Mike Tyson punch Vijay Deverakonda during a practice session…

Vijay Deverakonda, who is a popular name in India’s Telugu film industry, is going pan-India with Dharma Productions’ much-awaited film Liger. In addition to him, the upcoming film also stars Ananya Panday in the lead role and the two have been leaving no stone unturned to promote the film ahead…

Salman Khan, Chiranjeevi’s action avatar in ‘Godfather’ takes internet by…

And the wait is over. On Sunday, the makers of Salman Khan and Chiranjeevi-starrer Godfather' unveiled the film's teaser and it has taken the internet by storm for sure. The teaser shows Chiranjeevi and Salman Khan in action-packed avatars. Nayanthara, who has recently married director Vignesh Shivan, also appears briefly…

Vijay Deverakonda faces netizens’ ire as ‘#BoycottLigerMovie’ trends

Seems like the boycott Bollywood movement has found resonance in the Southern film industry with the Vijay Deverakonda starrer 'Liger' becoming the latest target of the trend. Backed by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, directed by Puri Jagannadh and also starring Ananya Panday in the lead, the upcoming sports drama is…

SS Rajamouli’s RRR among Variety’s Oscars Best Film prediction

With Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion, filmmaker SS Rajamouli shot to overnight fame and his latest directorial RRR has established him as one of the most popular filmmakers in the world. Starring Jr NTR and Ram Charan in lead roles, RRR is touted as one of the biggest…

Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of…

The fantastic ensemble of the much-anticipated Amazon Original series The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power journeyed to Mumbai for their epic Asia Pacific Premiere. Ahead of the grand evening, Showrunner and Executive producer JD Payne along with the cast - Robert Aramayo, Charles Edwards, Nazanin Boniadi, Lloyd…

Salman Khan: Sultan of Bollywood

A look at the superstar’s extraordinary career as he completes 34 years in cinema This week marks 34 years since movie superstar Salman Khan made his Bollywood acting debut with a supporting role in comedy drama Biwi Ho To Aisi, which released on August 22, 1988. He has since gone…

RRR: Variety picks Jr NTR for Oscars’ Best Actor prediction;…

It has been more than four months since the release of SS Rajamouli's RRR, but the epic period drama is still winning audiences' hearts not just in India but all across the world. The film reached a wider audience after it was released on Netflix weeks after its theatrical release.…

‘People can have a real visceral response to having a…

Actor Tatiana Maslany, who plays the eponymous character in the upcoming series "She-Hulk", says she is looking forward to the response of the show which will give the fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) a new woman superhero. The debut of Jennifer Walters aka She-Hulk in the MCU comes…

‘I’d like Nayanthara to narrate Devi Vishwakumar’s life in Never…

After the huge success of Season 1 and Season 2, Netflix dropped Never Have I Ever Season 3 on August 12. The show has a solid fanbase across the globe and fans had been waiting for Season 3 with bated breath. Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, who plays an Indian-American teenager, Devi Vishwakumar,…

Remarkable road to Roja success

Thirty interesting facts about iconic Indian film to celebrate its 30th anniversary This week marks the 30th anniversary of iconic Indian film Roja. The Tamil romantic thriller about a man kidnapped in Kashmir by terrorists and his wife’s desperate attempts to get him free resonated strongly with audiences when it…

Aamir Khan thinks Tom Hanks should portray THIS character of…

Aamir Khan is presently busy promoting his much-anticipated film Laal Singh Chaddha, which will mark his return to the silver screen after a long gap of four years as the superstar was last seen in Yash Raj Films’ Thugs of Hindostan, which bombed at the box office. Laal Singh Chaddha…

‘It’s like taking up 25 films at once’: Mahesh Babu…

There is no denying the fact that Mahesh Babu is one of the biggest superstars that Telugu cinema has ever produced. The actor has delivered dozens of blockbusters ever since stepping into the industry and a number of his films have joined the much-coveted ₹100 crore club. The Telugu superstar…

Marvel’s Luke Cage creator thinks Ram Charan will be suitable…

Ever since British actor Daniel Craig's stint as the iconic James Bond came to an end with last year's 'No Time to Die', the search for a new 007 has been up, and now 'Luke Cage' creator Cheo Hodari Coker has suggested South star Ram Charan's name for the role.…

‘Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam films are rooted in their culture, Hindi…

Known for his distinct cinema, renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is set to present his new directorial Do Baaraa to the audience. On Wednesday, the filmmaker along with producer Ekta Kapoor launched the theatrical trailer of the film. At the event, when Kashyap was asked to share his thoughts on Hindi…

Salman Khan on south films doing well: Want to do…

Superstar Salman Khan on Monday said films from the south are doing "really well" and though every artist wants to make a good movie, there is no formula to guarantee box office success. Khan recently came on board to present the Hindi version of Kichcha Sudeepa's upcoming Kannada fantasy action-adventure…

Deepika Padukone sports a fierce look in Pathaan motion poster

Yash Raj Films on Monday presented Bollywood star Deepika Padukone's first look from the upcoming action movie "Pathaan". The movie is headlined by superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who returns to the big screen after a gap of five years. The motion poster, released by the studio on social media, shows…

‘Long tradition of storytelling in India, not being able to…

The Indian film industry churns out the maximum number of films in the world. These films are made in several popular Indian languages spoken throughout the country. There are several successful film-producing industries within the Indian film industry, including Bollywood, Tollywood, Kollywood, and Mollywood. Together these industries produce over 2000…

Dhanush: Tamil cinema’s power player

All you need to know about the superstar’s incredible life and fascinating career It will be a double delight for Dhanush this week. The popular actor makes his Hollywood debut in action film The Gray Man, which has a Netflix premiere on July 22, and then celebrates his 39th birthday…

This Bollywood actor in talks to join Allu Arjun in…

Toplined by Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, Pushpa: The Rise was one of the most successful Indian films of 2021. Apart from performing extremely well in its original language Telugu, the Sukumar directorial set the box office on fire in the Hindi belt also where its dubbed version gave tough…

Kartik Aaryan announces new project based on true story with…

Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, on Monday, revealed that he has signed a project with Sajid Nadiadwala's production house which will be helmed by Kabir Khan. The 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' actor took to his Instagram handle and shared a picture collage that featured him along with Nadiadwala and Kabir. Along with…

Aamir Khan’s Laal Singh Chaddha moves Chiranjeevi to tears at…

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently hosted a special preview of his much-anticipated film Laal Singh Chaddha in Hyderabad. The special preview was attended by several prominent faces of south cinema, including superstar Chiranjeevi, SS Rajamouli, Sukumar, and Naga Chaitanya. The pictures of the stars from the screening have been doing…

Pushpa: The Rule: Is Allu Arjun charging double of what…

There is no denying the fact that Pushpa: The Rise was one of the biggest blockbusters of Indian cinema in 2021. The Telugu-language film did not only fare phenomenally well down south, but it also surprised everyone with its thunderous performance in the Hindi belt where its dobbed version went…

Arjun Rampal: Daring to be dramatically different

ARJUN RAMPAL DISCUSSES HIS DEEP DESIRE TO TAKE ON ACTING CHALLENGES In terms of challenges and variety of roles, this is perh­a­ps the most interesting phase of Arjun Rampal’s car­e­er. The talented actor is taking on dramatically different characters in diverse genres that are showing off his impressive range and…

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan exudes royalty in the new poster of…

Last seen in Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s production Fanney Khan in 2018, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been missing from the silver screen for close to four years now. However, she is now set to stage her comeback with her mentor Mani Ratman’s much-anticipated period drama Ponniyin Selvan – 1, which has…

‘I want to be a part of Avengers and play…

Bollywood star Taapsee Pannu, who was last seen in the Telugu language film Mishan Impossible, is presently busy promoting her upcoming Hindi film, Shabaash Mithu. Based on the life of former Test and ODI captain of the India women's national cricket team, Mithali Raj, the Srijit Mukherji directorial is slated…

Nikhita Gandhi: Magic voice mesmerising music fans

HOW SINGER NIKHITA GANDHI CAST A SPELL WITH HIT SONGS Being able to effortlessly take on any genre has turned Nikhita Gandhi into an in-demand singer with impressive momentum behind her. The versatile Indian star’s sparkling voice lighting up songs in languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali, has established…

Devdas: 20th anniversary special

TWENTY FACTS ABOUT THE 2002 FILM AND LEGACY OF THE TIMELESS NOVEL THAT INSPIRED IT This week marks the 20-year anniversary of the Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed Bollywood film Devdas, which released globally on July 12, 2002, and became a blockbuster success. The highest grossing Bollywood film of that year…

Vijay Deverakonda sets the internet on fire with his semi…

Starring southern heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda in a lead role opposite Ananya Panday, Liger is one of the most awaited films of 2022. The film has been creating a lot of noise ever since it went on the floors. On Saturday, Deverakonda dropped yet another poster from the much-anticipated pan-India film.…

Ranveer Singh: Chameleon like actor’s colourful career

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL COUNTDOWN OF ALL THE BOLLYWOOD STAR’S FILMS This week Ranveer Singh turns a year older on July 6 and celebrates his 37th birthday. The popular actor will receive good wishes from all those who have been entertained by his movies, since he made a winning debut in 2010…

Seven deadly reasons why Sunidhi Chauhan is a sensational singer

The supremely talented Sunidhi Chauhan is one of the finest live performers in the world and returns to the UK for two hotly anticipated shows this month. She will deliver dynamite concerts with a full live band at Morningside Arena in Leicester on July 9 and Eventim Apollo in London…

I’m not thinking about it for another three-four years’: Prabhas…

A number of leading stars have made their digital debut over the past few years, including Saif Ali Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. However, Prabhas, who shot to overnight fame after the earth-shattering success of Baahubali: The Beginning and Baahubali: The Conclusion, is still apprehensive about stepping into the…

Karan Johar, Vijay Deverakonda, and Ananya Panday share special birthday…

Boxing Ring Legend turns a year older on Thursday. For the unversed, Tyson is making his Bollywood debut with Dharma Productions’ much-anticipated action flick Liger, which also features Ananya Panday and Vijay Deverakonda in lead roles. And as he celebrates his birthday today, team Liger has a special message for…

‘Truly an inspiration,’ says Mahesh Babu as he and his…

Telugu star Mahesh Babu is enjoying his vacation with his wife Namrata Shirodkar and treating his fans with some glimpses from their vacay. Recently the actor shared a picture with Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday, his social media account. Taking to his Instagram handle, the 46-year-old actor posted a…

‘It’s been luxury working with different directors and different cast,’…

Eight films and over a decade later, Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth says from being an “obvious” comic book superhero, Thor has evolved into a character that embodies a lot of his personality traits. Since 2011’s origin story Thor, the Australian actor has appeared as the Marvel superhero in The Avengers,…

What’s so fun about this film is that it holds…

Oscar-winner Natalie Portman credits Marvel Studios for casting a five-foot-three frame actor like her in the towering role of Mighty Thor in the upcoming Thor: Love and Thunder, an opportunity the star says changed the way she perceived superhero films. Portman returns as Thor’s ex-girlfriend and astrophysicist Jane Foster in…

Here’s why R Madhavan won’t direct a film again after…

R Madhavan, who is set to make his directorial debut with Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, is not sure about directing a film, anytime soon. The actor said he finds the process very ‘exhausting’. Madhavan, who has written, directed, and has also acted in Rocketry, added that his wife Sarita, too,…

‘The character is fascinating:’ Chris Hemsworth on Christian Bale’s Gorr…

Marvel stars Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman are in absolute awe of Oscar winner Christian Bale’s terrifying turn as Gorr the God Butcher in the latest MCU film Thor: Love and Thunder. In the movie, Hemsworth returns as the titular superhero, a role that he previously played in three solo…

‘It is always exciting to play the antagonist:’ Sanjay Dutt…

If we talk about villains of the industry, it's hard to miss out on Sanjay Dutt's contribution to the same. Be it 'Khal Nayak', Vaastav: The Reality' or 'Agneepath', 'K.G.F: Chapter 2', Sanjay has won many hearts with his strong antagonist roles over the years. And now he is once…

Shamshera Teaser: Fans in awe of Ranbir Kapoor’s fierce dacoit…

Yash Raj Films unveiled the teaser of their much-awaited film Shamshera and Ranbir Kapoor looks fiery in this intriguing tale of the dacoits. Sharing the teaser on Instagram, Yash Raj Films wrote, "A legend who will leave his mark. #ShamsheraTrailer out on 24th June. Experience SHAMSHERA in @imax in Hindi,…

R Madhavan reveals SRK and Suriya did not charge single…

Shah Rukh Khan, the king of hearts for many due to his ability to make feel special, has smitten actor R Madhavan too who is completely awed by the superstar's humility. While promoting his upcoming film 'Rocketry: The Nambi Effect' in New Delhi on Monday, Madhavan revealed that SRK did…

Avika Gor: All for the love of acting

SHE may be turning 25 on June 30, but Avika Gor has been entertaining audiences since making a winning acting debut as a talented child star in 2008. That 14-year career has seen her effortlessly go from flourishing stints in iconic TV shows like Sasural Simar Ka to becoming an…

Top 10 reasons to get excited about Laal Singh Chaddha

BOLLYWOOD going through a terrible time in recent years has seen the quality of films plummet, but among the darkness is a bright light in the shape of forthcoming film Laal Singh Chaddha, which is set to shine when it is eventually released on August 11 after several delays and…

Karan Johar is a ‘proud parent’ as trailer of Ayan…

As the trailer of Brahmastra opened to a thunderous response, filmmaker Karan Johar gave a shout-out to Ayan Mukerji who has given his everything to make the film, which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles. Taking to Instagram, Karan shared an adorable picture with Ayan.…

Jr NTR, Ram Charan’s RRR gets shoutout from Captain America…

The craze for Jr NTR and Ram Charan-starrer RRR among people is not ending anytime soon. After Doctor Strange's screenwriter C Robert Cargill, the writer of DC's Batman Beyond, MARVEL Comics' Captain America and Kang, Jackson Lanzing, is the latest one to shower praise on the film RRR. On Tuesday,…

Ananya Raj: I want to work with SS Rajamouli, Mani…

Actress Ananya Raj is ecstatic to have bagged two plum projects in the Telugu language where she plays the female lead. In fact, one of her films, tentatively titled Madrasi Gang, is being shot simultaneously in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. In addition to her, the Ajay Andrews directorial also features…

Nagarjuna added to our dream of creating Brahmastra as pan-India…

Director Ayan Mukerji on Saturday said superstar Nagarjuna has helped him in fulfilling his dream of creating a pan-India movie with the much-anticipated Brahmastra: Part One Shiva. The fantasy adventure epic starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Amitabh Bachchan, is the first in an ambitiously planned trilogy, which will mark…

Farhan Akhtar a fascinating person: Ms Marvel star Iman Vellani

Describing her co-actor Farhan Akhtar as someone who has a lot of "stories to share", Ms Marvel star Iman Vellani says working with the Indian actor on the Disney+ series was an amazing experience. Debutante Vellani headlines Ms Marvel, Marvel Studios' series on the titular Pakistani-American teen superhero, which started…

‘I knew Brahmastra will be a difficult film to make:’…

After facing a series of delays, a pandemic, and two lockdowns later, one of Indian cinema’s most ambitious films, Brahmastra: Part One Shiva, is finally set to arrive in cinemas in September. Director Ayan Mukerji, known for Wake Up Sid (2009) and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013), says he is…

Farhan Akhtar pens note for Ms Marvel team; praises show…

Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar on Tuesday said he is proud to be associated with Ms Marvel, the upcoming Disney+ series which he described as a "celebration of diversity" Ahead of the series premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on Wednesday, Akhtar penned a note of appreciation for the makers of Ms Marvel congratulating…

Wait, what? Ranbir Kapoor just compared Brahmastra to Marvel?

It has been four long years since Ranbir Kapoor has not been seen in any film. His last release was Rajkumar Hirani’s Sanju (2018), which broke several records before wrapping up its box office run. Kapoor is presently awaiting the release of Ayan Mukerji’s Brahmastra, co-starring his wife Alia Bhatt,…

Is Ranbir Kapoor using a wig? Netizens think so

Ranbir Kapoor, who was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani’s Sanju (2018), is presently busy promoting his upcoming film Brahmastra, which marks his return to the silver screen after a long gap of four years. The talented actor was recently spotted at the Mumbai airport heading out of the city. If…

Jawan Teaser: Is Shah Rukh Khan’s look copied from Sam…

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who has been away from the silver screen for close to four years now, has announced his next film, titled Jawan. Helmed by well-known Tamil filmmaker Atlee Kumar, the pan-India film marks Khan’s third film announcement in quick succession. The superstar has previously unveiled the…

‘They’re gay and in love:’ Western audience dubs SS Rajamouli’s…

Toplined by Jr. NTR and Ram Charan, SS Rajamouli’s RRR (2022) is one of the most successful films that Indian cinema has delivered in recent years. The Telugu-language period drama, which hit the marquee on March 24, debuted on Netflix on May 20. And ever since its Netflix premiere, film…

Samrat Prithviraj declared tax-free in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who attended a special screening of the period action drama Samrat Prithviraj with his cabinet colleagues, on Thursday declared the movie tax-free in the state. The screening of the movie was held at Lok Bhawan here, and Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, female lead Manushi…

Aishwarya Raj Bhakuni: From TV star to big screen leap…

AN INTERESTING highlight from this week’s big Bollywood release Prithviraj is the presence of Aishwarya Raj Bhakuni. After a series of winning performances in popular television dramas, the actress makes her film debut in the historical epic headlined by Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Sonu Sood and Manushi Chhillar. It marks…

Kamal Haasan: A pathbreaking icon

A WATCHLIST OF THE LEGENDARY STAR’S MOST MEMORABLE MOVIES AHEAD OF HIS NEW RELEASE VIKRAM LEGENDARY actor Kamal Haasan makes a welcome return with big budget film Vikram. He stars alongside popular stars Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil in the dark Tamil action thriller, which will also have dubbed versions…

Ram Kamal Mukherjee and the art of telling a gripping…

WRITER-DIRECTOR DISCUSSES HIS MITHUN CHAKRABORTY BOOK AND FILM PLANS A DEEP love for cinema resulted in Ram Kamal Mukherjee forging an impressive career that has included running a major Bollywood publication, writing acclaimed biographies of big stars, and becoming an award-winning filmmaker. On the writing front, he has followed up…

Singer KK dies at 53 after concert in Kolkata; PM…

Well-known Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath, popularly known as KK, died on Tuesday, May 31. He was in Kolkata for a concert at Gurudas College in the Ultodanga district. He was 53. According to initial reports, Kunnath felt chest congestion after the concert and was rushed to a private hospital…

‘Amir seems hell-bent on acting like Tom Hanks but falls…

After facing a series of setbacks, Aamir Khan’s hugely anticipated film Laal Singh Chaddha is finally nearing its theatrical release. On Sunday, the superstar shared the trailer of the film with the audience. The trailer shows the eventful journey of Khan’s character over the years. He plays a differently-abled Sikh…

Raveena Tandon on South cinema taking over Bollywood: If our…

Raveena Tandon, one of the leading ladies from the 90s, is on cloud nine ever since her recent film KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) toppled a series of records at the box office and emerged as one of the most successful commercial films ever produced by Indian cinema. Also featuring Kannada…

Netflix teams up with music maestro Ilaiyaraaja to give an…

Netflix’s Stranger Things, which premiered its first season in 2016, has attained a cult status in no time. It is one of the most-watched TV series on the streaming platform and has fans in every nook and corner of the world. After the humongous success of the previous three seasons,…

‘Love you forever and beyond:’ Aishwarya to her mother as…

Popular actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is very close to her family. Despite her chock-o-block schedule, she makes sure to celebrate special days with them. The former Miss World is celebrating her mother Vrinda Rai’s birthday today and she took to social media to wish her on her special day. Sharing…

Akshay Kumar reveals why he is unaffected by the dismal…

There is no denying the fact that Akshay Kumar is one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood, who has constantly proved his power at the box office. Having said that, the poor performance of his last release Bachchhan Paandey (2022) did come as a huge surprise for fans and…

Sudha Chandran: A magical journey

SUDHA CHANDRAN was just a teenager when she found success with her debut 1984 film Mayuri. That magical first step kick-started a magnificent acting journey filled with memorable performances in multiple languages. Although she has added gravitas to a huge number of movies since the 1980s, the versatile actress has…

Why it’s curtains for Bollywood remakes

IN FEBRUARY of this year, Eastern Eye did a preview of the many Bollywood remakes of regional language films that are on the way, but transformative events since then have put these high-profile projects in serious jeopardy and will give a beleaguered Hindi cinema industry further pain. But before we…

Jr NTR: A dynamite all-rounder

ACCLAIMED actor Jr NTR is one of the most popular stars in Telugu cinema. He recently came to wider global attention with a stunning lead role in record-breaking Indian blockbuster RRR, which was released in multiple languages and has become one of the highest-grossing films in Indian film history, including…

Indian delegation lights up red carpet at Cannes 2022

In a star-studded presence on the Red Carpet, Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting Shri Anurag Thakur led the largest ever Indian official delegation of eleven celebrities walking together on the inaugural event at the Cannes Film Festival. The Union Minister is leading a strong Indian delegation to propagate India,…

Salman Khan to present Kichcha Sudeepa’s Vikrant Rona in North…

Superstar Salman Khan on Monday announced that his banner Salman Khan Films (SKF) has come on board as North India presenters for South actor Kichcha Sudeepa's 3D mystery thriller Vikrant Rona. Directed by Anup Bhandari, the upcoming film will be released in six languages, including Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi,…

Kushi: Samantha and Vijay Deverakonda’s next locks official title

The upcoming Telugu-language film, starring Tollywood stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Vijay Deverakonda in principal roles, has locked its official title. Billed as a family entertainer, the film has been titled Kushi. Apart from announcing the official title of the film, the makers also unveiled the first look poster and…

Prime Video announces premiere date for Chiranjeevi-Ram Charan-starrer Acharya

Fronted by father-son duo Chiranjeevi and Ram Charan, Telugu action-drama Acharya (2022) is slated to have its digital premiere on Amazon Prime Video on May 20, the streamer announced on Friday.   Directed by Koratala Siva, Acharya also stars Pooja Hegde, Sonu Sood, and Jisshu Sengupta in prominent roles. The film,…

Top 10 Mrinal Sen films

THIS week marks the birth anniversary of legendary Indian movie director Mrinal Sen. The pioneering filmmaker, born on May 14, 1923, received global acclaim for his work during an incredible creative journey that left a lasting impact. The Bengali maestro won government honours, an incredible 18 National Awards, international accolades,…

Farhan Akhtar to appear in Marvel Studios’ first Muslim superhero…

Well-known Bollywood actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar will be making an appearance in Ms Marvel, the first Muslim superhero series from Marvel Studios.   According to Deadline, the details of his character have been kept under wraps, even though it is said to be a guest appearance. The Disney+ show will be the…

Benedict Cumberbatch: Doctor Strange 2 goes beyond thrills and spills…

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch says it is important to go beyond the “thrills and spills” of the superhero genre and shine a light on real-life concerns like mental health, something that his upcoming film Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness delves into beautifully.   The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is…

Aditi Rao Hydari to star alongside Vijay Sethupathi and Arvind…

Vijay Sethupathi, Arvind Swamy, and Aditi Rao Hydari have joined hands for Gandhi Talks, a silent film billed as a dark satirical comedy.       Backed by Zee Studios, the movie is directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar, known for helming Marathi films Sa Sasucha and Yeda.   View this post on…

30 facts to celebrate 30 years of Bollywood movie Khuda…

BOLLYWOOD film Khuda Gawah celebrates its 30th anniversary this week. The story of a fearless Afghan tribal leader, who gets trapped in an Indian jail after trying to fulfil a promise to a rival female chief he has fallen for, starred Amitabh Bachchan, Sridevi, Danny Denzongpa, Kiran Kumar and Nagarjuna.…

R Madhavan’s Rocketry: The Nambi Effect set for world premiere…

R Madhavan's much-awaited directorial debut, biographical drama Rocketry: The Nambi Effect, will have its world premiere during the 75th Cannes Film Festival. The Palais des Festival premiere will take place during a prime-time slot at 9 pm on Thursday 19th May as part of the celebration of India as the…

Aamir Khan to launch his first podcast to promote Laal…

Last seen in Yash Raj Films’ Thugs of Hindostan (2018) alongside Amitabh Bachchan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan is presently waiting for the release of his much-anticipated film Laal Singh Chaddha. Also starring Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead role, Laal Singh Chaddha is the official remake…

HIT: The Second Case to arrive on July 29

After the runaway success of HIT: The First Case in 2020, the makers are set to release the second installment of the Telugu-language action thriller film. Titled HIT: The Second Case, the sequel has been in the news ever since its announcement. On Monday, actor Adivi Sesh announced that the film…

Benedict Cumberbatch: Would love to come back to India to…

Benedict Cumberbatch's connection with India goes back to his teenage years and the Doctor Strange star says he hopes to return one day to interact with the country's "first superhero".    The British actor, who took a gap year after his school to travel to Darjeeling to teach English at…

Taapsee Pannu starrer Shabaash Mithu to arrive on July 15

Taapsee Pannu, who was most recently seen in the Telugu-language comedy thriller film Mishan Impossible (2022), on Friday announced the release date of her upcoming Bollywood film Shabaash Mithu. Bankrolled by Viacom18 Studios, Shabaash Mithu is directed by Srijit Mukherji. The upcoming sports drama is based on the life of…

Kannada hit KGF: Chapter 2 drops a bomb on Bollywood

DIRECTOR Ram Gopal Varma summed up the success of April’s big blockbuster release KGF: Chapter 2 perfectly when he said that it isn’t just a gangster epic, but a horror film for Bollywood, which would give the Hindi industry nightmares about its success for years to come. He further added…

Ajith Kumar: Leader of the pack

ACTOR Ajith Kumar is one of the biggest names in Indian cinema and carved out an impressive career that has included countless blockbuster hits like action entertainer Valimai, which clocked up huge box office numbers earlier this year. The mega-movie star will turn a year older on May 1 and…

Ajay Devgn, Sudeep engage in argument over Hindi as national…

Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn and multilingual film actor Kichcha Sudeep engaged in a 'brotherly argument' on Twitter on the topic of whether Hindi is a national language or not. However, Sudeep clarified that the context in which he made the statement was different from the way it was perceived and…

Ranbir Kapoor starts filming his next Animal

Actor Ranbir Kapoor, who recently tied the knot with Alia Bhatt, has resumed work post his star-studded wedding ceremony. The actor has started shooting for his upcoming film Animal, which also stars well-known Telugu actress Rashmika Mandanna in the lead role. Both actors commenced shooting for the much-anticipated film in…

KGF 2 fever grips Man City; team gives interesting tribute…

KGF Chapter 2 (2022) is unstoppable at the domestic box office in India. Not just on home turf, the film has been receiving an overwhelming response from different parts of the world. The Prashanth Neel directorial, which stars Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon, and Srinidhi in lead roles, recently found…

Now, Man City has its ‘very own KGF!’

THE POPULARITY of the Indian multi-language movie KGF: Chapter 2 has caught the imagination of Manchester City. The English Premier League club posted a photo collage of three of its stars - Kevin De Bruyne, İlkay Gündoğan, and Phil Foden - on Instagram with the words “K.G.F, Kevin Gundo Foden”…