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India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA — Actress, writer, and filmmaker Anita Kalathara has joined the cast of ABC’s long-running medical drama ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ in a recurring role as the new Plastics Fellow at Grey Sloan Memorial. Her character appears again in the latest

India-West News Desk BROOKLYN, NY- Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel recently shared on social media a heartwarming and humorous moment with a long-time fan, Shubha Bhowmik, during a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live! in Brooklyn. Bhowmik, a 90-year-old woman dressed in a traditional

MIAMI, FL - Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently gave fans an inside look at the fun side of accompanying Nick Jonas on his music tour, sharing a carousel of photos and videos from his Florida concert. While the collection featured sweet

MUMBAI - For global pop icon Enrique Iglesias, music isn’t confined by borders — it’s a living, breathing force that keeps evolving with him. “I am influenced by everything and anything I hear to some degree… every single day,” he

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - Hrithik Roshan had a fan moment when he met legendary action icon Jackie Chan and said that his broken bones look up to the global superstar’s broken bones. Taking to Instagram on October 27 morning, Hrithik shared

By BHARTTI KUMAR LOS ANGELES, CA – For film producer Hrisheek Panchmatia, the journey from finance to filmmaking has been one of determination, risk, and persistence. Based in Los Angeles since 2019, Panchmatia has built a growing body of work that

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA – The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) has named award-winning producer and studio executive Anjay Nagpal as its new Executive Director. The festival’s 24th edition is scheduled to take place April 23–26, 2026, with submissions for the Shorts Competition opening October 22, 2025. Nagpal, known

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - YouTuber-turned-TV star Lilly Singh now has a new title to flaunt: PhD. On October 15, her alma mater, York University, awarded her an honorary doctor of laws degree, recognizing her impact on community

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani canceled his scheduled performance at Salesforce’s Dreamforce conference on October 16, joined by Ilana Glazer, who also withdrew, leaving attendees disappointed. Salesforce attributed the change to “unforeseen circumstances,” while

LOS ANGELES, CA - Actress Keira Knightley has said that the 2002 film ‘Bend It Like Beckham’, directed by Gurinder Chadha, is the one fans ask her about the most, especially regarding a sequel. The actress revealed that the original 2002

Panel L to R Gunjani Patel, Rashmi Rustagi, Pallavi Dhawan, Liliana Brun Deis, Tonya Somesh. By BHARTTI KUMAR SANTA ANA, CA — The South Asian Helpline and Referral Agency, better known as Sahara, hosted a compelling screening of the film ‘Designed by Preeti’

MUMBAI- Priyanka Chopra Jonas is soaking in the festive spirit as she is all set for Karva Chauth. She gave a glimpse of her beautiful mehendi, with husband Nick Jonas’ full name ‘Nicholas’ written on her palm. Priyanka also shared a photograph featuring her and daughter Malti Marie’s tiny

MUMBAI — The Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) has teamed up with Netflix and FICCI to support students in India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC) sector. Under the collaboration, Netflix will help IICT develop specialized curricula

MUMBAI- The Grammy-winning Jazz musician John Mayer is set to make his India debut next year. The singer-songwriter will perform in Mumbai on January 22, 2026. The one-night-only show promises not just faithful renditions of beloved tracks but also spontaneous moments

MUMBAI- Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha flaunted her carefree side during her trip to the Niagara Falls with friends. The 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama' actress took to social media to drop sneak peeks from her fun getaway. Nushrratt was seen soaking in the breathtaking natural view that

India-West Staff Reporter LOS ANGELES, CA – California-based singer Sandeep Khurana and Padmashree Kavita Krishnamurthy’s romantic ballad, Jaane Kaisa Ab Imtehaan, has been officially accepted as an entry for the Grammy Awards 2026. One of 2024’s noted musical collaborations, the song blends

DANVILLE, CA -National Award-winning actress Shabana Azmi and her “Broken Images” team took a brief break in the Bay Area here, taking a bit of a relaxing time from their hectic tour schedule. Shabana shared glimpses from her downtime on Instagram,

MUMBAI-Global star Priyanka Chopra Jonas soaked in the New York vibes this September and went on to share how special the Big Apple feels when spent with her husband Nick Jonas, daughter Malti Marie, and friends Ishaan Khatter and Dia Mirza among many others. The actress took to Instagram,

LOS ANGELES, CA -After earning a nomination at the prestigious International Emmy Awards, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh expressed his gratitude and shared a heartfelt message, emphasizing that humanity remains the greatest virtue above all achievements. Diljit Dosanjh has been nominated in the Best Performance by an

MUMBAI- Bollywood director and producer Karan Johar's 'Homebound' has been announced as India's official entry for the Oscars 2026. The movie stars young Bollywood stars Janhvi Kapoor, Ishaan Khatter, and Vishal Jethwa. In a press conference held by the makers on

India-West News Desk MUMBAI- Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's film 'Homebound,' starring Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, has been selected as India's official entry for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. The announcement was made by the Film

PICTURE CREDIT- www.janeshrahlan.com India- West Staff Reporter SIERRA MADRE, CA - Janesh Rahlan’s path to comedy is anything but ordinary. Born in India and raised across the U.S., he spent years juggling the sky-high expectations of his parents while secretly plotting a

MUMBAI- Filmmaker Karan Johar showcased his gratitude after his production ‘Homebound’ received global appreciation at the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor “Always more special when it’s the people’s

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Robert Redford has passed away at 89, and tributes are pouring in, recalling his five-decade sweep across American cinema—from Sundance Kid to Sundance founder. But one of his most poignant late-career moments came far

Photos: Warrick Page/HBO Max India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA — Supriya Ganesh, the breakout star of the hit medical drama The Pitt, was all smiles on the red carpet at the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, where the series celebrated its impressive

MUMBAI- It was a night of raw emotions and heartfelt gratitude as Bobby Deol took center stage at the world premiere of 'Bandar' at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film premiered at the 50th year of TIFF and brought with

India-West News Desk WASHINGTON, D.C.-Shishir Sharma won the Best Actor award at the DC South Asian Film Festival (DCSAFF) in Washington DC for his role in the LGBTQ-themed film, ‘Kuch Sapney Apne’. This marks the twelfth accolade for the film and the

LOS ANGELES, CA- BAFTA-nominated actor Adarsh Gourav, whose latest is Ridley Scott’s 'Alien Earth', has spoken about playing a child in the sci-fi series and said that it was unlike anything he has “ever done before.” The actor, who took on the challenge

TORONTO - Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor turned heads at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) as she walked the red carpet for the premiere of her upcoming film Homebound. The actress, accompanied by co-stars Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jetwa, looked radiant

LOS ANGELES, CA -Actor Siddharth, known for his work in 'Rang De Basanti', 'Aayutha Ezhuthu', and 'Indian 2', has joined Freida Pinto in the upcoming streaming series ‘Unaccustomed Earth’. The series will have 8 episodes and is described as an epic,

TORONTO - Bollywood Actress Huma Qureshi, who is currently attending the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), shared a note about celebrating the spirit of cinema, courage and storytelling. Huma shared a series of pictures from the red carpet and the picturesque

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY — For Kumail Nanjiani, the leap from screen to stage has been both exhilarating and humbling. The Eternals star, best known for his sharp timing on film and television, is currently making his Broadway debut in Oh,

NEW YORK, NY - Catherine Zeta-Jones has dropped a social media post about Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone’s film 'Om Shanti Om', and netizens cannot keep calm. The 'Wednesday' actress revealed that she was enjoying the Bollywood film while waiting

MUMBAI- Netflix is set to premiere its first Tamil original series of 2025, 'The Game: You Never Play Alone', on October 2. The new thriller, directed by Rajesh M Selva, stars Shraddha Srinath and Santhosh Prathap in the lead roles, with Chandini and Syama Harini in supporting roles. The series is

MUMBAI – Celebrated music composer and pianist Jon Batiste is coming to India for live performances. He is set to take the stage in Delhi-NCR on November 24and Mumbai on November 26. This marks his first time performing in India.  Batiste

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Actress Divya Dutta, known for her roles in Badlapur, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, and Veer-Zaara, recently shared her first experience riding in a driverless car. On September 7, Dutta took to social media to post a video of herself as a

MUMBAI- Actor Avneet Kaur, one of the most popular social media stars of the current generation, had the privilege of meeting Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise in May this year. Her post with him on social media took the internet by storm.

MUMBAI – Acclaimed director, actor, writer, and producer Nandita Das is set to head to the prestigious Busan Film Festival, where she will serve on the jury this year. The festival is one of Asia's most prominent cinematic events. Expressing her

Photo: Instagram NEW YORK, NY - International Emmy Award-winner Vir Das has become the first Indian artist to have a residency with his show 'Hey Stranger' at the iconic Lincoln Center Theater in New York. “There is nothing more exciting than the

MUMBAI – India will send its first-ever all-women delegation to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which opens on September 4 and runs through September 9. From 23 shortlisted projects, six filmmakers were selected: Arshaly Jose (A Dandelion’s Dream), Deepa Bhatia

MUMBAI - Veteran actor Dalip Tahil shared screen space with 'Bond' Pierce Brosnan in the 1988 Ismail Merchant production, "The Deceivers." Commemorating the release anniversary of the film on September 2, Dalip posted, "Today marks the anniversary of a very special film

MUMBAI - The teaser for the upcoming film 'Holiguards' was recently unveiled at the Venice Film Festival. This marks a major milestone for actress Disha Patani as she makes her Hollywood debut. In the teaser, Patani enters a supernatural world torn

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY —Comedian Vir Das’s latest stand-up special confirms his place as one of the most versatile voices in international comedy, blending sharp cultural observations with playful absurdity. The New York Times, in recognition, highlighted Das among six

LOS ANGELES, CA- Actor Kumail Nanjiani shared that he signed the dotted lines for six films for Marvel when he was cast as the superhero Kingo in 'Eternals'. However, the film’s failure “shattered” him and led him to seek out

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Elon Musk wasn't exactly a fan of HBO's hit comedy "Silicon Valley," and according to star Kumail Nanjiani, the tech billionaire made sure to let him know.  The actor and comedian recently shared the candid exchange

MUMBAI- Bhagyashree recently took a solo trip to Chicago. The 'Maine Pyar Kiya' actress made the most of her time, enjoying a variety of things, including the city's famous deep-dish pizza and its morning skyline. First on her list was taking

India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY — Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan became the first person to perform a Hindi-language comedy show at the iconic Madison Square Garden on August 17. The sold-out performance, which drew a crowd of 15,000 fans, marks a significant moment for Indian

MUMBAI-  Bollywood couple Mini Mathur and Kabir Khan recently took a family break with their son Viviaan at Lake Tahoe. Mini shared a video montage capturing highlights of the getaway — from boat rides and beachside relaxation to hearty meals and

NORTHRIDGE, CA - Preity Zinta shared a few glimpses of her Janmashtami celebration at the Valley Hindu Temple, calling it a heartwarming and fun experience with family, friends, and community. She posted a series of images from the temple on Instagram

LOS ANGELES, CA- The trailer for the second season of Meghan Markle's Netflix chat show, 'With Love, Meghan,' has been released, announcing the series' return. The upcoming season is set to feature the Duchess of Sussex in lighthearted activities like cooking, gardening, and