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Daily Archives: Sep 13, 2017

NFAI acquires 6-hour documentary on Mahatma Gandhi

As Mahatma Gandhi's 148th anniversary approaches next month, the National Film Archive of India has acquired the original negative footage comprising a six-hour documentary...

Sanjay Dutt performs ‘shraadh’ for parents in Varanasi

Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt performed 'shraadh' (memorial ceremony) for his late parents, actors Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt, here on Wednesday.Sanjay flew into the...

Various mediums have made times exciting for showbiz, says Shrishti Behl

Film producer Shrishti Behl says the world of showbiz is exciting due to the different avenues available to beam content.Behl of Rose Movies will...

Kamal Haasan to miss anti-fascism seminar due to ‘Bigg Boss’

Actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan on Wednesday said he won't be able to attend the national seminar against communal fascism due to his commitment to television...

Fan of SRK since childhood: Mohit Madaan

Actor Mohit Madaan, who is awaiting the release of his forthcoming film "Aksar 2", says he has been a fan of Bollywood superstar Shah...

Polish band accused of gang rape

Polish metal band Decapitated have been accused of gang rape after the group members were arrested on charges of kidnapping.The incident took place after...

Farhan Akhtar opens up on ‘quiet’ appearance in ‘Daddy’

The audience was surprised to see Farhan Akhtar playing a Dawood Ibrahim-like gangster in the Arjun Rampal starrer "Daddy". He says his appearance in...

‘Omerta’ can be a disturbing watch: Rajkummar Rao

Acclaimed actor Rajkummar Rao, who was overwhelmed with the response to "Omerta" at the movie's world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF),...

Working with Adil Hussain an enriching masterclass: Ekavali Khanna

Indian actress Ekavali Khanna, who has impressed audiences as a conservative Pakistani housewife in the Norwegian film "What People Will Say" -- premiered at...

Four Tet, Machinedrum to perform at Magnetic Fields

The fifth edition of the contemporary arts and music fiesta Magnetic Fields will feature names like British electronic music Four Tet, American producer Machinedrum...

Taapsee Pannu defends bikini post with a punch

Actress Taapsee Pannu, known for her strong and powerful roles on the silver screen, on Wednesday defended herself over social media in a quirky...

Sumanth thrilled about playing character with grey shades

Actor Sumanth says he will be seen playing the lead character with grey shades in his next yet-untitled Telugu film."Done with 'Malli Raava' and...

It’s time for India’s intellectuals to unite and protest: Author K.R. Meera (Lead, correcting para 10)

With dissenting voices being ruthlessly silenced by right-wing radicals, author K.R. Meera believes that it is again time for India's intellectuals to stand united...

Vijay Amritraj biopic in works

Former tennis champion Vijay Amritraj's life story will be told through a biopic. He says the film will delve into how parents' love can...

Jennifer Lawrence found her softer side while filming ‘Mother!’

Actress Jennifer Lawrence says shooting horror movie "Mother!" took her on an emotionally charged journey.The 27-year-old talked about the film at the Toronto International...

‘Despicable Me’, ‘Minions’ franchise like James Bond films: Director

American filmmaker Chris Renaud finds a connect between animated film franchises "Despicable Me" and "Minions" -- and James Bond films. He says there are...

PM Modi to get mattress with messages from Indians

An engineered mattress with some personal messages from Indian citizens will be delivered to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, officials at mattress brand Wakefit have...

Taapsee to play self-defence instructor in short film

"Pink" and "Naam Shabana" actress Taapsee Pannu will be seen playing a self-defence instructor in an upcoming short film, says its director and producer...

Jr NTR’s ‘Jai Lava Kusa’ passed with U/A certificate

Actor Jr NTR's upcoming Telugu action-drama "Jai Lava Kusa" has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A certificate...

Goa Cabinet approves new convention centre for IFFI

Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar announced on Wednesday that the 50th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will be held in a...

Hansal Mehta’s ‘fan moment’ with Denis Menochet

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta had a fan moment with French star Denis Menochet at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival 2017 (TIFF) here.The director, whose...

Working with PC Sreeram is my good fortune: Tamannaah

Actress Tamannaah Bhatia on Wednesday said she considers it her good fortune to be working with ace lensman PC Sreeram, known for his work...

Alicia Vikander wants to raise a family one day

Actor Alicia Vikander isnt looking to start a family just yet, but says she wants to raise children in the future."Any life is different....

Earn people’s respect: Rishi Kapoor on Rahul Gandhi’ ‘dynasty’ comment

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi's idea of citing Bollywood as an example while discussing 'dynasty politics' in India during his Berkeley speech, has irked...

Politics won’t be an alternative career, says Vishal

Actor Vishal, who is gearing up for the release of his Tamil crime thriller "Thupparivaalan", says he has political ambitions and would take the...

Priyanka shares ‘love’ for Katrina, SRK, Salman from Jordan

Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra shared a special message for celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar from a fan...

Add fusion twist to handloom garment

Handloom fabrics are usually associated with traditional wear like saris and kurtas, but you can give it a western look with an artistic approach,...

Easy ways to get rid of dark circles

Make-up and concealer can help solve the problem of dark circles, but the problem needs to be tackled at the root. A regular skin...

Arbaaz Khan is a director’s actor: Raajeev Walia

Raajeev Walia, who has directed Arbaaz Khan in upcoming film "Tera Intezaar", says despite belonging to a film background, the actor is down-to-earth and...

I’m a very avid traveller: Parineeti Chopra

Actress Parineeti Chopra says she makes it point that she travels to a new country every two months."Honestly, I am a very avid traveller....