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Photo: desi comedy fest India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA-The 12th edition of Desi Comedy Fest, one of the world's longest-running festivals dedicated to South Asian stand-up comedy, will take place across the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento from August 18-23, featuring 25

Photo: Netflix/Emily V. Aragones India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA- Maitreyi Ramakrishnan is returning to Netflix with 'Best of the Best,' a new film co-written and produced by Hasan Minhaj and directed by Lena Khan. Netflix has unveiled the first look at the film

Photo:@Comic_Con India-West News Desk SAN DIEGO, CA - Fans expecting the global launch of the trailer for Nitesh Tiwari's ‘Ramayana’ at San Diego Comic-Con on July 24 were left disappointed after producer Namit Malhotra announced that the unveiling had been postponed. Malhotra told

India-West News Desk SAN DIEGO, CA -Leading Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor and Kannada superstar Yash were spotted at Mumbai airport on the night of July 21 as they departed for the US ahead of director Nitesh Tiwari's mythological epic 'Ramayana', which

India-West News Desk CLAREMONT, CA - The award-winning short film 'Rajasaur', billed as the first narrative film to feature dinosaurs from India, received an enthusiastic response during a July 15 screening at the Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology, where paleontologists, museum officials,

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Mindy Kaling may be known for bringing Indian American stories to Hollywood, but when it comes to her own kitchen, she faces a familiar challenge for many parents: getting children to appreciate the food

MUMBAI – Singer-actor Nick Jonas has revealed that one of his favorite aspects of his nearly eight-year marriage to actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas is keeping up with Bollywood gossip. During an episode of the Jonas Brothers' podcast series, 'Hey Jonas!', featuring

LONDON-Actress Lara Dutta reunited with actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas at Wimbledon, sharing pictures that offered a glimpse of their friendship spanning more than two decades. Lara shared pictures from the reunion on her Instagram Story, including a candid photo of the

MUMBAI- Hollywood star Matt Damon, who is gearing up for the release of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey', has expressed his desire to work with acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur. Damon is in India with filmmaker Christopher Nolan and actor Tom Holland for

India-West News Desk MUMBAI – Christopher Nolan and the cast of ‘The Odyssey’ visited Mumbai on July 11 as part of the film’s global promotional tour. The city was one of the campaign’s official international stops, alongside London, Paris and New

MUMBAI- Neha Dhupia, whose international debut film '52 Blue' is set to open the London Indian Film Festival on July 9, has said Argentine soccer superstar Lionel Messi’s association with the movie has brought “an incredible spotlight to the project internationally.” '52

LOS ANGELES, CA-Hollywood actress, writer and producer Mindy Kaling has expressed gratitude to fellow comedians Tina Fey and Amy Poehler for the encouragement they gave her early in her weight-loss journey. The 47-year-old actress recalled meeting two of her comedy heroes

LOS ANGELES, CA-Actress Sana Saeed has opened up about her struggles with accent and communication while studying in Los Angeles in 2016, saying she worked hard to train her accent because she "wanted to be heard." Now based here, she began

CHENNAI-Actor Virat Karrna, who plays the lead in director Abhishek Nama's mythological action drama 'Nagabandham: The Secret Treasure', and actor John Kokken, who plays a pivotal role in the film, have praised Hollywood stunt choreographer Vlad Rimburg for the emphasis

India-West News DeskNEW YORK, NY - Throughout Pride Month, a New York nonprofit used film to encourage conversations about family acceptance, faith, and gender identity in communities across New York and Connecticut. Image Maker Films, a nonprofit arts organization, concluded a month-long

NEW YORK, NY- Ameesha Patel is enjoying her getaway in the Big Apple as she saoks up the summer vibes and sunny days here. Ameesha shared a glimpse into her holiday with a video montage featuring the actress looking gorgeous in

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES,CA - Hasan Minhaj and comedian-actor Ronny Chieng will make their Encore Theater debut at Wynn Las Vegas this fall with their joint comedy tour. Wynn Las Vegas said the comedians will perform at 8 p.m. on September

LOS ANGELES-Actress and producer Priyanka Chopra Jonas says the barriers to entry in Hollywood are falling, creating new opportunities for aspiring filmmakers and storytellers. Speaking at the Cannes Lions conference, Priyanka cited the low-budget horror hit 'Obsession' as an example of

By Angad Nehru Model, actress, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Manasvi Mamgai is launching a new chapter in her journey — one that blends storytelling, education, cinema, philanthropy, and social impact. Mamgai, who was crowned Miss India in 2010, has built a diverse career

LOS ANGELES-The Grammy Awards have added five new categories and approved several eligibility rule changes for the 2027 awards. The 69th Grammy Awards, scheduled for February 7, 2027, will feature new categories in Latin, Asian Pop and R&B music, among other

MUMBAI — Actress and filmmaker Sayani Gupta returned to the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF) this year with the premiere of her directorial debut, 'Aasmani', a milestone that brought back memories of her first appearance at the festival more

MUMBAI- Actress and producer Nehha Pendse's Marathi film 'Tighee' received a strong response at the New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), where the drama was screened to a packed audience and won the award for Best Screenplay. Sharing her experience at

LOS ANGELES, CA- Hollywood actress, writer, and producer Mindy Kaling has revealed that she spent the final six weeks of her last pregnancy on bed rest before welcoming her third child, daughter Anne, in February 2024. The 46-year-old actress shared the

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - New York-based filmmaker Neha Lohia premiered her short film ‘Hello Dad’ to a full audience at the Big Apple Film Festival in Manhattan, where the screening prompted conversations around grief, family relationships and emotional

LOS ANGELES, CA - Actress and producer Mindy Kaling says her focus on long-term health and being present for her children motivated her weight-loss journey and lifestyle changes in recent years. The 46-year-old ‘The Office’ alum and creator of ‘The Mindy

MUMBAI -Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has praised Hollywood actress and producer Eva Longoria for creating a platform rooted in “hope, dignity, inclusion, and equal opportunity” through the Global Gift Foundation event held on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival. Jacqueline shared a series of

In the neon streets of Bombay, a down-on-his-luck cowboy has one night to recover his stolen guitar or lose everything he's playing for. Premiering June 5, 2026 at Tribeca. Stay tuned for the latest Hollywood news featuring breaking updates, celebrity stories,

LOS ANGELES, CA- Actress-producer Pooja Batra shared glimpses from the Cannes Film Festival while celebrating the screening of her short film ‘Echoes Of Us’ at the French Riviera. Sharing pictures from the balcony of the iconic Hotel Martinez in Cannes, the

LOS ANGELES, CA -Actress-producer Pooja Batra expressed gratitude after her short film ‘Echoes Of Us’ was screened at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, which began on May 12. The film is produced by Glowbellinc, the Los Angeles-based production house helmed by Pooja Batra,

NEW YORK, NY- Filmmaker Mira Nair has announced her upcoming feature film ‘Amri,’ inspired by the life and art of celebrated painter Amrita Sher-Gil, with actors Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Jim Sarbh among the ensemble cast. The filmmaker also

LOS ANGELES, CA -Actor Disha Patani has made her international debut with the release of the trailer for her upcoming film 'The Portal of Force'. Speaking about her experience of working on her first international project, Disha Patani said entering the

Everyone’s favorite cops are back with the third installment of the cult comedy classic from the Broken Lizard crew: Super Troopers 3. When Farva’s wildly over-the-top Indian engagement to Thorny’s sister spirals into chaos, the Super Troopers must navigate Thorny’s

LOS ANGELES, CA- Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas will star alongside Hollywood actor Orlando Bloom in the upcoming survival thriller 'Reset', directed by filmmaker Matt Smukler, who previously helmed the coming-of-age comedy-drama 'Wildflower'. The film is scheduled to begin production in August. 'Reset'

LOS ANGELES, CA -The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has approved a new framework for upcoming editions of the awards ceremony. The Academy has cleared a substantive slate of new and updated rules for the 99th Oscars, scheduled for 2027, reflecting evolving standards around

Photo: @thesnlnetwork India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY - Aziz Ansari took center stage in a sharply political cold open on Saturday Night Live May 2 episode, debuting a pointed and irreverent impression of Kash Patel that quickly became the highlight of

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA-Filmmaker Shubhangi Shekhar makes her feature directorial debut with ‘Hoop Like This’, a documentary on the world’s first professional Indian basketball team, with Grammy-nominated musician Nav serving as executive producer. The film features NBA champion Jeremy Lin, ESPN NBA insider Shams

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA -The 24th Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) concluded at Landmark Sunset Hollywood with Tribeny Rai’s ‘Shape of Momo’ and Jasmine Kaur Roy and Avinash Roy’s ‘Room At The Farm’ taking the top jury

MUMBAI-Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh turned ‘The Tonight Show’ into a celebration as he made host Jimmy Fallon perform bhangra to his track “Morni”. In a collaboration post shared on Instagram, Diljit Dosanjh and television host Jimmy Fallon were seen matching steps as

India-West News Desk MUMBAI-Singer and Fenty Beauty founder Rihanna has introduced her cosmetics brand to the Indian market, with its entry facilitated through Reliance Retail and marked by a private luncheon hosted by the Ambani family. The brand will be available on

LOS ANGELES, CA -Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia, whose film 'All We Imagine as Light' won the Grand Prix at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, is set to return to Cannes as president of the jury for the 65th edition of

MUMBAI- The makers of Priyanka Chopra’s action series 'Citadel' have announced that the second season will premiere on Prime Video on May 6. Along with the release date, Prime Video unveiled the official trailer and said all episodes of season two will

MUMBAI- Shah Rukh Khan received a nod from the Academy, which shared his iconic speech from the 2007 film 'Om Shanti Om' on its official Instagram account. On April 16, the Academy posted a clip featuring Shah Rukh Khan’s dialogue from

MUMBAI- Actress Neha Dhupia is stepping into a new space with her debut international film '52 Blue', in which she will be seen in a deglam avatar for the first time on screen. She said going makeup-free for the role

LOS ANGELES, CA - Actress Kajol gave her approval after The Academy included ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ among its favorite romantic films centered around travel. On April 10, The Academy shared a post on X listing its top picks for iconic romance films involving travel. Along with

MUMBAI-Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar had a dream-come-true moment in Tokyo as he finally met Hollywood stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, joking that the picture would be featured in his will. He first shared a picture posing with Streep and Hathaway,

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Filmmaker Mitesh Patel has announced his upcoming feature film ‘Hotel, Motel & Patel’, a comedy-drama inspired by the Indian American presence in the U.S. hospitality industry and the history of the “Patel Motel” phenomenon. The film

MUMBAI- Acclaimed Hollywood filmmaker Zack Snyder has heaped praise on Indian actress Huma Qureshi, calling her “one of the most amazing actors” he has had the pleasure of working with on ‘Army Of The Dead.’ Snyder shared a picture of Huma,

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