Cinema

MUMBAI - Veteran actresses Poonam Dhillon and Padmini Kolhapure have rejected allegations by former Cine and TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) general secretary and actress Upasana Singh that they ran the association in a “dictatorial” and unfair manner, defending the functioning

MUMBAI-Actress Taapsee Pannu shared a cryptic post on social media on August 23 after actress and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut called her a 'sasti copy' in a post that was later deleted. The exchange followed recent remarks by Taapsee that Kangana

MUMBAI-Actor Vijay Vikram Singh said Akshaye Khanna on the sets of 'Ikka', remained quiet while shooting because of his deep involvement in his character. Singh said Khanna generally does not talk much on set and stays completely focused on his role.

MUMBAI- Kiara Advani has spoken about her experience of working on 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups', starring Yash, saying the film pushed her out of her comfort zone and taught her to embrace the unfamiliar and discover new skills

MUMBAI-Veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini has praised Sunny Deol's recently released period drama 'Batwara 1947', saying its message of humanity, mutual respect and harmony is more important than hatred and division. The 'Dream Girl' of Bollywood posted, "I watched

MUMBAI-Megastar Amitabh Bachchan recalled facing rejection and harsh criticism during his struggling days in the Hindi film industry, including being told he was too tall to become an actor and being asked to leave a film set after arriving late

MUMBAI- Sunita Ahuja has withdrawn the divorce petition she had filed against actor Govinda, his manager Shashi Sinha confirmed after Sunita was spotted at the Bandra family court in Mumbai with her son, Yashvardhan Ahuja. Sinha said, "The petition Sunita ji had

India-West News Desk MUMBAI-Emraan Hashmi-starrer 'Awarapan 2' has grossed an estimated Rs 120.86 crore worldwide in its opening weekend, including Rs 84.31 crore net in India, according to the film's makers. The film recorded Rs 23.40 crore on Independence Day, followed by

MUMBAI-Actress Pooja Hegde expressed immense pride after being invited as the Guest of Honour at the 44th annual India Day Parade in New York, where she joined members of the community and several Indian television personalities in celebrating India's Independence

KOLKATA-Veteran Bengali film director and three-time National Award winner Raja Sen passed away at a Kolkata hospital on August 16. He was 70. Sen was admitted to SSKM Hospital three days ago and breathed his last at 10 a.m. His wife,

MUMBAI-The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued show-cause notices to Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn and Tiger Shroff over their advertisement for Vimal Elaichi. The regulator has alleged that the campaign amounts to surrogate advertising for Vimal

MUMBAI- Ranveer Singh has commenced shooting for his forthcoming project 'Pralay' in Mumbai. 'Pralay' marks Ranveer's first project after the Non-Cooperation Directive imposed on him by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) was lifted. In May, FWICE issued the directive

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Rakesh Roshan has opened up about daughter Sunaina Roshan’s long and difficult health journey, saying he had at times feared she might return to the lifestyle she had followed for several years, which contributed to her battling multiple health

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has shared a rare throwback picture with late actress Sridevi and recalled the magic she brought to the sets of 'Mr. India', saying he would sometimes forget to call “cut” while filming her dance sequences. Sharing the photograph,

MUMBAI-Actor Ayushmann Khurrana has revealed his favorite comedy films, naming 'Haseena Maan Jaayegi', 'Housefull', 'Welcome', 'No Entry', 'Hera Pheri' and the 'Golmaal' films among his picks. While promoting his recent release, 'Pati Patni aur Woh Do', Ayushmann said he enjoys both

MUMBAI-Genelia Deshmukh remembered her father-in-law and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Vilasrao Deshmukh on his 14th death anniversary, sharing an emotional note that included a touching conversation between her sons, Riaan and Rahyl, and their father, actor Riteish Deshmukh. Genelia recalled how

MUMBAI- Rani Mukerji broke down in tears as she received an Honorary Doctor of Letters from Australia’s La Trobe University at a special ceremony in Melbourne. A video from the ceremony captured the emotional moment as Rani stood on the dais

MUMBAI-Actor-comedian and filmmaker Vir Das has wrapped up the shoot of his upcoming horror film 'Baara Number', marking the completion of a challenging four-month directorial journey that he described as an intense, DIY experience with a determined cast and crew. He

CHENNAI-Filmmaker and actor Farhan Akhtar and producer Ritesh Sidhwani, the founders of Excel Entertainment, on August 10 announced the launch of an initiative to discover and back the next generation of filmmakers as their cult classic ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ completed

MUMBAI - Menopause brings a range of changes to the body, including a slowdown in metabolism, making movement, mobility and mindful breathing important parts of a daily wellness routine, according to actress Bhagyashree. Sharing her approach to staying active during menopause,

MUMBAI-Actor Veer Pahariya, who made his debut with ‘Sky Force’, will next be seen in the upcoming film ‘Prem Keetanu’, which explores the aspirations, relationships and everyday struggles of young Indians. The film promises a contemporary take on modern life and

MUMBAI- Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt have joined forces with Italian actress Monica Bellucci and American actor Giancarlo Esposito, known for ‘Breaking Bad’, for the upcoming action film ‘7 Dogs’. Helmed by Belgian-Moroccan directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the

NEW DELHI-Bengali cinema may boast an unquestionable legacy and a rich contribution to world cinema, but Bengali superstar Jeet feels it has not always received the recognition it deserves in mainstream India. Talking about Hollywood filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s praise for legendary

MUMBAI-Comedian-actor Zakir Khan revealed that he took nearly a year to save Rs 500 to register for his first open mic, a step that eventually shaped his stand-up career. Zakir Khan shared his early struggles while appearing on the podcast ‘Pehla

MUMBAI-Actor Tiger Shroff offered a glimpse into the physical demands of his action-driven career, sharing his post pack-up recovery routine after long shooting schedules. Known for performing high-intensity action sequences, the ‘Heropanti’ actor took to social media to post a video

MUMBAI-Veteran actress Susmita Mukherjee has revealed that she took up C-grade films during one of the toughest phases of her life to repay a Rs 1 crore loan after the production company she co-owned with her husband went bankrupt more

MUMBAI-Bengali actor-filmmaker Shiboprosad Mukherjee, whose character poster from 'Bohurupi: The Golden Daku' was unveiled, has revealed the scale of the upcoming film, saying it was shot across 96 locations across West Bengal with nearly 2,500 artists despite production delays caused

MUMBAI-Bollywood star Salman Khan paid an emotional tribute to his friend and veteran actor Pradeep Rawat following his death, remembering the moments they shared during their long association. On August 5, Salman shared a still from their film 'Baaghi: A Rebel

MUMBAI-Actress Kirti Kulhari has opened up about dealing with prolonged work-related stress, revealing that months of pressure while working on her first film as a producer prompted her to take a break and focus on her well-being. Sharing glimpses of her

MUMBAI-Social media personality Elvish Yadav has begun shooting for his Bollywood debut in an untitled action entertainer alongside actor Tiger Shroff and actor Abhishek Banerjee. The film is being directed by choreographer-turned-filmmaker Remo D'Souza and produced by businessman Viccky Jain under

MUMBAI- Salman Khan shared a heartfelt Instagram post for actor Sanjay Dutt, describing him as his "bada bhai" and expressing his affection for their long-standing friendship. Salman posted two photographs of himself embracing Dutt and wrote, "Babaaaa forever baba aur baba,

MUMBAI - Content creator Saurav Das of CJP sparked a viral social media trend that prompted actor Hrithik Roshan to comment publicly on his long-running dispute with actor and politician Kangana Ranaut. The trend, 'We need to apologize to Hrithik Roshan,'

MUMBAI- Actress Lisa Haydon has reflected on her multicultural upbringing, sharing memories of growing up with an Indian father and an Australian mother and how both cultures shaped her childhood. In a post featuring photos and videos from Australia, the 'Housefull

MUMBAI-Actress and former medical student Manushi Chhillar has opened up about the emotional and mental challenges of retaking the medical entrance examination after the 2015 paper leak, describing it as one of the toughest phases of her life. Speaking to actress

MUMBAI-Actor Ishaan Khatter delighted fans on July 31 by sharing a picture with his 'Dhadak' co-star Janhvi Kapoor, saying some reunions feel like "no time has passed." Ishaan is seen wearing an ivory sherwani with a matching turban, while Janhvi looks

MUMBAI-Actor Kunal Kemmu's sister, Karishma Kemmu, revisited her family's ancestral home in Srinagar with her parents, sharing an emotional glimpse of the house they left behind during the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits in the early 1990s. Posting a video on social

MUMBAI-Actress Sonali Bendre has opened up about stepping into a new role as a presenter with the upcoming film 'Sohla', calling it the beginning of a meaningful new chapter in her career. The actress said the project immediately resonated with her

MUMBAI-Actor Sanjay Dutt has turned 67 and his sister, former MP Priya Dutt shared a nostalgic video and a heartfelt note on Instagram, Priya Dutt said her brother stepped in to fill the void left by both their mother and

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Priyadarshan spoke recently abut the advice he once gave former India cricketer Virender Sehwag to help him overcome his hesitation about speaking English. Priyadarshan recalled shooting a commercial with Sehwag, who was self-conscious about speaking the language. The 'Hera Pheri' director

MUMBAI-Filmmaker Karan Johar marked Guru Purnima by expressing gratitude to filmmaker Aditya Chopra and actor Shah Rukh Khan, recalling two conversations that he said changed his life and gave him the confidence to pursue filmmaking. Karan Johar said that the first

MUMBAI  - Pankaj Tripathi, who will next be seen in 'Mirzapur: The Movie,' said that he initially struggled while portraying former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the biographical film 'Main Atal Hoon' before shifting his focus from mimicry to

MUMBAI-Veteran filmmaker and actor Rakesh Roshan says staying fit has become even more important with age, revealing that at 76 he continues to follow a strict diet and maintain a disciplined workout routine to stay healthy. Speaking in a conversation with

MUMBAI-Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared photographs from his first portfolio shoot after arriving in Mumbai in 1981, recalling that there were days when his premature balding made him feel insecure, but faith in his craft kept him going. Sharing two photographs

MUMBAI-Actor Vikrant Massey has reflected on the stereotypes and discrimination he faced after moving from television to films, saying he was often judged for being a "TV actor" despite his popularity on prime-time television. Massey recalled that many in the film

MUMBAI-Actor Raghav Juyal has described sharing screen space with Shah Rukh Khan in the upcoming film 'King' as a "dream-level experience," revealing that he momentarily forgot his dialogue while filming their first scene together. Raghav said working with Shah Rukh Khan

MUMBAI-Actor Kartik Aaryan shared a heartwarming video capturing the emotional moment he and his family watched him being announced as a Best Actor winner at the 72nd National Film Awards. As his name was announced as the Best Actor winner for

MUMBAI-Actor Sanjay Mishra, who won the National Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the streaming film 'Bhakshak', has described the honor as the pinnacle of appreciation for any film artist in the country. Reacting to his win at

NEW DELHI-Malayalam cinema legend Mammootty and Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan shared the National Film Award for Best Actor as the winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced on July 18 at the National Media Centre. Mammootty was honored for

MUMBAI- Producer Ashwin Varde has strongly refuted actor Paresh Rawal's recent claims about the making of 'OMG-2', describing them as "shocking, untrue and unsubstantiated" and alleging that Rawal wanted to keep actor Akshay Kumar out of the project despite the

MUMBAI – The first look of the upcoming thriller 'Haiwaan', starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, was unveiled on July 15, introducing audiences to the film's intense and enigmatic world. Directed by filmmaker Priyadarshan, the first look is steeped in