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Kajal Aggarwal Wraps Up Bollywood Comeback Film Sikandar with Salman Khan

Kajal Aggarwal, one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema, has successfully completed shooting for her latest Bollywood film Sikandar, where she shares the screen with Salman Khan. Known for her stellar performances in hits like Singham and Special 26, Kajal is thrilled about this collaboration. “She is truly elated to work with Salman, and their scenes together have …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

Mrunal Thakur Bags Rs 2.5 Crore for Pan-India Film Dacoit

Deccan Chronicle

Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur has reportedly signed on for the Telugu film Dacoit, starring Adivi Sesh, and is set to earn a hefty paycheck of Rs 2.5 crore for her role. In Bollywood, she continues her upward trajectory, currently working on a major project with ace director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, following her roles in films like Jersey and Super 30. …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

‘NKR 21’: Sohail Khan to make Telugu debut with Nandamuri Kalyan Ram’s next

The Hindu

There’s a new baddie in town, straight from Bollywood! Actor, director, writer and producer Sohail Khan is the latest to join the cast of Nandamuri Kalyan Ram’s next, tentatively titled NKR 21. Interestingly, with Sohail’s inclusion on NKR 21, all three actors have starred in Telugu films; Salman recently made a cameo appearance in Chiranjeevi’s Godfather, Arbaaz made his Telugu …

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2 days, 23 hours ago

Hyderabad Book Fair 2nd day draws young readers

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: The second day of the Hyderabad Book Fair was teeming with new and old readers, making their way to the stalls packed with books. The book delineates the history of Telugu cinema, which has evolved over a century, reflecting societal changes like wars, independence, land reforms, migration and the rise of the middle class. The book launch was followed …

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3 days ago

Amol Palekar: Box office result shouldn’t be the only yardstick to judge a film’s quality

The Hindu

Amol Palekar, actor-director of Hindi and Marathi cinema, said he cannot relate to the current trend of films being judged based on their box office numbers. Speaking at The Hindu Lit for Life Dialogue at Christ in Bengaluru, the filmmaker said a box office result isn’t the ultimate yardstick to analyse a movie. Money is important, but it’s not everything …

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3 days, 3 hours ago

Lit for Life Dialogue 2025: Bengaluru celebrates literature, art and cinema

The Hindu

It was an evening of insightful conversations and stimulating exchange of ideas at the Lit for Life Dialogue 2025, which witnessed a packed auditorium at Christ, in Bengaluru on December 20, 2024. “It’s an exciting chapter for us as we build on our relationship with the people of the city, bringing distinguished writers, creative thinkers, and inspiring intellectuals to interact …

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3 days, 5 hours ago

Reviews of ‘Mufasa’ and ‘Viduthalai Part 2’

The Hindu

Around Tinsel Town >> ‘God of Tabla’ Zakir Hussain passes away Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Here are a few highlights from the festival: > Walter Salles’s ‘I’m Still Here’ speaks to the current times > Ann Hui: A career spanning independent cinema to the …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

Pushpa 2 stampede: The hidden toll of cinematic fandom

The Hindu

Inside a packed cinema hall, three teenage girls perched on the edge of their seats giggle as Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna share a romantic moment in the kitchen. “The actors are no longer just selling movies; they are selling experiences that can’t be replicated on OTT,” says Uma Bhrugubanda, an associate professor at the English and Foreign Languages University, …

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Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas honoured with Knighthood, Damehood for cinema

India Today

Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan and his wife Emma Thomas were honoured with Knighthood and Damehood, respectively, by King Charles III of the United Kingdom for their contributions to the film industry. ð Congratulations to all who received honours during today's Investiture ceremonies, including film director Christopher Nolan and film producer Emma Thomas. pic.twitter.com/WuUsUOi5Eq — The Royal Family December 18, 2024 …

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4 days, 2 hours ago

IFFIK 2024: Ann Hui: A career spanning independent cinema to the mainstream

The Hindu

Anyone trying to slot Hong Kong filmmaker Ann Hui into a particular genre will be at a loss, for all through her 45 year-long career, she has moved easily between varied spaces, from independent cinema to the mainstream, from personal films to a bit of action too. As a young person caught between contrasting cultures, between the British who ruled …

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IFFK: panel discussion on women in Indian cinema

The Hindu

The representation of women in Indian cinema became the topic of a major panel discussion on the seventh day of the 29th International Film Festival of Kerala on Thursday. The session presided over by festival curator Golda Sellam saw the participation of four women representing contemporary Indian cinema including actresses Kani Kusruti, Anasuya Sengupta, filmmaker Rima Das and cinematographer Fowzia …

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4 days, 17 hours ago

Actor Suriya credits director Bala for shaping his career: Thank you for discovering me

India Today

Actor Suriya, during the audio launch of Vanangaan, expressed heartfelt gratitude to director Bala for shaping his career. Thank you, Bala sir for discovering me and introducing me as a promising talent in Tamil cinemaâåï¸ pic.twitter.com/nbxxyyVGXi — AmuthaBharathi December 18, 2024 During his speech, Suriya heaped praise on director Bala, crediting him for discovering his talent and giving him a …

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4 days, 17 hours ago

Aanand L Rai on filmmaking and the success behind Colour Yellow Productions

India Today

Aanand L Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions has emerged as a powerhouse in Indian cinema, redefining the industry’s dynamics and reaping remarkable profits along the way. Other films like ‘Raanjhanaa’ earned over Rs 85 crore globally and ‘Tumbbad’, which redefined horror and earned cult status, further established the brand’s ability to produce critically acclaimed and financially successful ventures. With ventures spanning …

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4 days, 17 hours ago

Film critics' role in shaping cinema faces new challenges amid social media influence

New Indian Express

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Film critics are known to be opinionated, scalpel-witted, and even caustic. Yet, the likes of Quentin Tarantino, the acclaimed Hollywood director known for mixing cathartic, suave violence, profane dialogues, and show of pop culture in his landmark movies, took them seriously, at least in his younger days. It is said that Alfred Hitchcock began to be taken seriously in …

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6 days, 6 hours ago

The 1000-crore club: ‘Baahubali’ to ‘Pushpa’, Telugu cinema’s box office juggernaut

The Hindu

The makers of Pushpa 2: The Rule announced that theirs had been the fastest Indian film to breach the ₹1,000-crore mark at the box office, within a week since its worldwide release on December 5, with premieres in the Telugu States on the night of December 4. With that, the term ‘pan India cinema’ came into vogue, and a handful …

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6 days, 10 hours ago

Year-Ender 2024: Richa Chadha in Netflix's 'Heeramandi', Abhishek Banerjee in 'Stree 2'; actors who ruled both cinema and OTT this year

Firstpost

These actors proved that powerful storytelling transcends platforms. Whether it was in grand cinematic spectacles or intimate OTT dramas, their performances commanded attention and left a lasting impact In 2024, several Bollywood actors made a lasting impact on both the big screen and streaming platforms with their captivating performances. Whether it was in grand cinematic spectacles or intimate OTT dramas, …

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6 days, 17 hours ago

From India Today Magazine archives (2018) | Politics is a dangerous game: Rajinikanth

India Today

Will he, won’t he? So far, he has not even announced the name of his political party, choosing instead to deploy his massive fan following under the umbrella of his Rajini Makkal Mandrams and using them to build a cadre of party workers across Tamil Nadu. If it proves to be another superhit, it will put his entry into Tamil …

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6 days, 22 hours ago

‘The more there’s pushback, the more cinema will flourish’

Deccan Chronicle

Richa Chadha has her hands full, between parenting duties and promoting her maiden production Girls Will Be Girls. Right now, I am planning the promotions for the release.” Produced by Richa and Ali’s production company Pushing Buttons, Girls will be Girls, helmed by debutante director Shuchi Talati, is a coming-of-age story of a teenage girl who shares a complicated relationship …

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1 week ago

Young directors Dinjith Ayyathan, Anand Ekarshi, Girish AD and Rahul Sadasivan headline 2024’s Malayalam cinema

Hindustan Times

Year 2024 was a creatively satisfying year for Malayalam cinema that saw a wide variety of high quality movies being released, impressing the audience with their story telling skills, technical craft and soul-stirring performances. However, the year will be remembered for the sheer quality of directors that Malayalam cinema continues to produce while other movie industries are busy looking to …

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Vijay Sethupathi open to hero roles in Telugu cinema

Deccan Chronicle

Acclaimed Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi has revealed his interest in debuting as a lead actor in Tollywood. The actor is currently enjoying the massive success of his Tamil film Maharaja and expressed gratitude to Telugu audiences for their support. Unfortunately, I couldn’t take up a role in Ram Charan’s upcoming film with Buchi Babu due to scheduling conflicts,” he explained. …

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Russian Film Festival 2024 concludes with resounding success and housefull boards in Mumbai and Delhi

Firstpost

The Russian Film Festival 2024 concluded on December 15th with remarkable success, delighting cinema enthusiasts and cultural aficionados in Mumbai and Delhi. Hosted at Cinepolis Fun Republic, Andheri, Mumbai, from December 12th to 15th, and Cinepolis, Saket, Delhi, from December 13th to 15th, the festival brought the magic of Russian storytelling to Indian audiences, celebrating the enduring bond between the …

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Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday: Film legends gather in one frame

India Today

Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, and other veteran actors reunited for filmmaker Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday on December 14. "Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah," wrote Azmi, while sharing a group photo from the birthday. Take a look: Some of his actors with Shyam Benegal’s on his 90th birthday Mashallah pic.twitter.com/cnDrjAphf2 — Azmi Shabana December …

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Raj Kapoor@100: Directors Anees Bazmee, Imtiaz Ali, Hansal Mehta remember showman of Hindi cinema

Hindustan Times

Mumbai, A passionate filmmaker who effectively translated the realities of life on screen without compromising on the entertainment quotient of his films is how the current crop of directors in Hindi cinema describe Raj Kapoor, who would have turned 100 on December 14. "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3" director Anees Bazmee, who worked as a sixth assistant to Raj Kapoor on 1982's …

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Pakistani fans celebrate Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary with cake-cutting at his birthplace in Peshawar

Hindustan Times

Pakistani cultural enthusiasts and film lovers gathered at the iconic Kapoor House in Peshawar on Saturday to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of legendary Bollywood filmmaker and actor Raj Kapoor. Raj Kapoor's birth anniversary celebrated in Peshawar A highlight of the event, reinforcing the significance of Peshawar's ties to cinematic history, was the cutting of a cake to mark the …

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Kajal Aggarwal Wraps Up Bollywood Comeback Film Sikandar with Salman Khan

Mrunal Thakur Bags Rs 2.5 Crore for Pan-India Film Dacoit

‘NKR 21’: Sohail Khan to make Telugu debut with Nandamuri Kalyan Ram’s next

Hyderabad Book Fair 2nd day draws young readers

Amol Palekar: Box office result shouldn’t be the only yardstick to judge a film’s quality

Lit for Life Dialogue 2025: Bengaluru celebrates literature, art and cinema

Reviews of ‘Mufasa’ and ‘Viduthalai Part 2’

Pushpa 2 stampede: The hidden toll of cinematic fandom

Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas honoured with Knighthood, Damehood for cinema

IFFIK 2024: Ann Hui: A career spanning independent cinema to the mainstream

IFFK: panel discussion on women in Indian cinema

Actor Suriya credits director Bala for shaping his career: Thank you for discovering me

Aanand L Rai on filmmaking and the success behind Colour Yellow Productions

Film critics' role in shaping cinema faces new challenges amid social media influence

The 1000-crore club: ‘Baahubali’ to ‘Pushpa’, Telugu cinema’s box office juggernaut

Year-Ender 2024: Richa Chadha in Netflix's 'Heeramandi', Abhishek Banerjee in 'Stree 2'; actors who ruled both cinema and OTT this year

From India Today Magazine archives (2018) | Politics is a dangerous game: Rajinikanth

‘The more there’s pushback, the more cinema will flourish’

Young directors Dinjith Ayyathan, Anand Ekarshi, Girish AD and Rahul Sadasivan headline 2024’s Malayalam cinema

Vijay Sethupathi open to hero roles in Telugu cinema

Russian Film Festival 2024 concludes with resounding success and housefull boards in Mumbai and Delhi

Shyam Benegal's 90th birthday: Film legends gather in one frame

Raj Kapoor@100: Directors Anees Bazmee, Imtiaz Ali, Hansal Mehta remember showman of Hindi cinema

Pakistani fans celebrate Raj Kapoor's 100th birth anniversary with cake-cutting at his birthplace in Peshawar