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MUMBAI- Hrithik Roshan, who was last seen in ‘War 2’, recently had a tete-a-tete with actor Ryan Gosling. He suggested the idea of hanging out together with their respective alien characters, Rocky and Jaadu. The actor spoke during the promotions of

India-West News Desk MUMBAI - The iconic Indian dairy brand Amul has released a poignant topical doodle to honor the life and legacy of Hollywood action legend Chuck Norris, who passed away at the age of 86. The illustration, shared on the brand’s

India-West News Desk MUMBAI -The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has reportedly declined to clear the Oscar-nominated docudrama ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ for theatrical release in India. The decision centers on the film’s subject matter, which was deemed sensitive

Photo: IFFLA Will Showcase Indian American and California filmmakers India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) has announced the film and events lineup for its 24th edition which will take place April 23 to

The filmmakers behind The Girl Who Cried Pearls speak to the press after winning Best Animated Short at the 98th Academy Awards. Missed the 98th Academy Awards? Stream it on Hulu now!

Photo: Alexandre Singh, Natalie Musteata and Kumail Nanjiani pose backstage during the live 98th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Etienne Laurent / The Academy. ©A.M.P.A.S. By Preeti Chandan LOS ANGELES,

MUMBAI- Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who has tasted success in both Hollywood and Bollywood, has discussed the differences between the two industries, noting that the pace of production varies across the world. The 43-year-old star, who made her Bollywood debut in 2003

By Preeti Chandan LOS ANGELES, CA - Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Kumail Nanjiani will take the stage as presenters at the 98th Oscars on March 15, along with stellar Hollywood names including Robert Downey Jr., Anne Hathaway, Paul Mescal, Demi Moore,

LOS ANGELES, CA -Social media influencer and actor Ahaan Panday's sister Alanna Panday has become a ‘proud homeowner’ of a luxurious and sprawling villa here. Alanna, announcing the purchase of the property, shared glimpses of the sprawling residence on social media. She

BY REENA RATHORE LOS ANGELES, CA - For many South Asian families, caregiving is not a role that comes with formal recognition. It is often treated as an unspoken expectation, something that is embedded in tradition, is quietly absorbed into family

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA — Manu Savani, a leading international film distributor, known for bringing Indian cinema to the United States, passed away on February 18. He was 83 years old. Since moving to the US in 1968, Savani transformed

Photo: CBS/Paramount India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - When Padma Lakshmi steps into the spotlight for the premiere of ‘America’s Culinary Cup,’ she does so not just as host but as the driving force behind CBS’s newest high stakes competition. The

MUMBAI- Indian actors Priya Mani and Mohit Raina have been roped in to headline a yet-untitled Indo-U.S. immigrant family drama, directed by Harsh Mahadeshwar. “This project is very close to my heart because it explores identity and belonging in a deeply

NEW DELHI- American rapper-songwriter Kanye West, who has changed his name to Ye, will have his first performance in India on March 29. The performance will take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. Fans can expect expansive staging,

India-West News Desk MUMBAI- Farhan Akhtar has been cast by director Sam Mendes’s in his upcoming project, ‘The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event.’ Akhtar was last seen in a Hollywood project in the web series ‘Ms. Marvel’, where he appeared in

LOS ANGELES, CA- Kal Penn, whose breakout role was playing Taj Mahal Badalandabad in the 2002 comedy hit ‘National Lampoon’s Van Wilder’, recalled an awkward moment from the film’s audition. At the end of the audition process, Penn faced one other

LOS ANGELES, CA - Singer Armaan Malik had a fanboy moment as he finally met American singer-songwriter John Mayer, whom he credits as the reason he first picked up a guitar. Armaan shared his excitement about meeting the Grammy-winning musician and

MUMBAI- Popular Indian rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has hinted at going global as he declared “it’s time for Hollywood” after meeting American rapper and producer Ali Dee Theodore. Sing shared a picture with Ali Dee Theodore Ali Dee Theodore also shared

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk BOSTON, MA - Actress Ameesha Patel recently returned to her collegiate roots, visiting Boston to relive the memories of her university years. The ‘Gadar’ star spent four years at Tufts University and shared her emotional journey with

LOS ANGELES, CA - Supermodel Miranda Kerr recently revealed that she has integrated Vedic meditation and the practice of "Vedic rounding" into her family’s daily life, teaching her children personalized mantras to foster a sense of calm and connection. In an

HYDERABAD- Priyanka Chopra decided to take back a piece of Hyderabad with her as she headed back to L.A. after completing the latest schedule of her forthcoming drama, ‘Varanasi.’ She shared a picture of the famous bun maska from Hyderabad, adding

LOS ANGELES, CA - American pop singer Nick Jonas has spoken about the difficult circumstances surrounding the birth of his daughter Malti, who needed to be resuscitated shortly after she was born. Speaking on the ‘On Purpose’ podcast, Nick said Malti

MUMBAI-Actress Lisa Ray has spoken about redefining the idea of a “beach body” in her 50s, describing it as a quiet, personal revolution rooted in freedom and self-acceptance, while drawing inspiration from Hollywood star Pamela Anderson’s journey of reclaiming identity

LOS ANGELES, CA-Globally acclaimed spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, 90, has won his first Grammy Award for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording. The Nobel Peace Laureate competed against Milli Vanilli’s Fab Morvan, US Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown

India-West Staff Reporter NAPA, CA - Centering Asian American women as storytellers and creative leaders, the Napa Valley Asian American Film Festival returns February 6 and 7, 2026, with a program that places women’s voices at the heart of contemporary cinema

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Netflix’s shareholder letter for the final quarter of 2025 delivered a major surprise, revealing that the streaming giant surpassed 325 million global paid subscribers during the period. The company reported fourth-quarter earnings of 56 cents per share

Photo: Netflix/Gustav Campos By PREETI CHANDAN LOS ANGELES, CA – The Hindi film ‘Homebound,’ India’s official Oscars contender, did not make it to the final five-nominee shortlist from which the winner will be picked in the Best International Feature Film category at the 98th Academy Awards. The

India-West Staff Reporter NEW YORK, NY- Indian comedian Samay Raina is set to bring his stand-up special, ‘Still Alive’, to The Theater at Madison Square Garden. The performance marks the exclusive North American staging of the show. The Madison Square Garden date

LOS ANGELES, CA - American popstar Nick Jonas was seen stepping outside during the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, and he candidly shared the reason why. In a video caught by the portal Parade, the actor was seen looking around as he

Picture - Golden Globes Instagram LOS ANGELES, CA – Priyanka Chopra Jonas and husband Nick Jonas brought red-carpet energy to the 2026 Golden Globe Awards, arriving in coordinated looks that drew attention from fans. Chopra Jonas wore a navy-blue gown accented

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has said it has released its official reminder list of productions eligible for consideration at the 98th Academy Awards, marking the stage that precedes the announcement

LOS ANGELES, CA -Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas will present an award at the upcoming edition of the Golden Globe Awards. The list of presenters have been announced and they will take the stage throughout the show alongside returning host Nikki Glaser.

By Preeti Chandan PALM SPRINGS, CA - The 37th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival is officially underway, and the buzz is building for ‘Homebound,’ the latest feature from director Neeraj Ghaywan. Actor Ishaan Khatter, the makers and others associated with film

LOS ANGELES, CA -Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur is currently developing a tentpole romance series for a major international OTT platform. Sources close to the director have said that the project is based on the bestselling U.S. novel ‘My Name Is Memory’

LOS ANGELES, CA - As Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa’s film ‘Homebound’ moves closer to the Oscars, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has said he was “deeply moved” by the story, which has earned a spot among 15 films shortlisted for

By Preeti Chandan LOS ANGELES, CA - Marathi film ‘Dashavatar’ joins the Hindi-language ‘Homebound’ in vying for the coveted Oscars awards ramping up the excitement for India and Indian cinema lovers. The news of ‘Dashavatar’ entering the Oscars race reverberated online over

LOS ANGELES, CA - Bollywood superstar Deepika Padukone celebrated the holiday season in the US  alongside her husband, Ranveer Singh. While the couple has been enjoying their time together, Deepika recently crossed a major item off her bucket list by

Photo:Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - A serene, turbaned woman occasionally seen beside Leonardo DiCaprio at major public events has long sparked curiosity among fans. That woman is Peggy Ann Farrar, DiCaprio’s stepmother, whose life represents a unique bridge between Hollywood high

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA- Actor-comedian Kumail Nanjiani has spoken about the cultural scale of Indian cinema, calling Shah Rukh Khan “beyond a movie star” during a conversation with fellow comedian Hasan Minhaj on Minhaj’s YouTube channel. The discussion, held as Nanjiani

LOS ANGELES, CA -Filmmaker Gurinder Chadha’s new festive film 'Christmas Karma' was inspired by 'It’s A Wonderful Life' by Italian American film director Frank Capra. The 65-year-old filmmaker says she has always loved Frank Capra’s 1946 festive classic so when it

 By Preeti Chandan  LOS ANGELES, CA - After more than five decades on ABC TV, the Oscars will move to YouTube starting with the 101st Oscars in 2029, marking a significant shift in the award show’s broadcast strategy and viewing experience.   The Academy of Motion

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA-British stand-up comedian Paul Chowdhry will tour the United States for the first time in January 2026 with his new show ‘Artificial Indian,’ following years of sold-out arena performances across the United Kingdom. Presented in partnership with Live

HYDERABAD-Hollywood director James Cameron has now expressed a desire to visit the sets of director S. S. Rajamouli's upcoming magnum opus 'Varanasi', featuring Telugu star Mahesh Babu in the lead, and see the ace director create his magic. Cameron made this request during

MUMBAI- Filmmaker Karan Johar is over the moon after his movie 'Homebound', featuring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, was shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the 'Best International Feature Film' category. "

MUMBAI- Priyanka Chopra has successfully turned her American husband, Nick Jonas, into a desi, and the singer's pre-show ritual is proof. Nick revealed through a post that he grooves to the 'Aavan Jaavan' track from 'War 2', featuring Hrithik Roshan and

MUMBAI- Actor Randeep Hooda, who is joining forces with John Cena on his upcoming international project 'Matchbox', has shared a tribute to the actor. He penned a heartfelt note celebrating his extraordinary journey as he steps away from WWE. Randeep shared

MUMBAI – Priyanka Chopra Jonas, speaking at the Bridge Summit in the UAE, opened up about the stereotypes actors from the East still confront in Western entertainment. Responding to a question about turning down offers that don’t align with long term