INDIAN FILM INDUSTRY

Anurag Kashyap exposes Bollywood's racism: What industry really thinks about Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Pankaj Tripathi, Manoj Bajpayee

Anurag Kashyap recently criticized Bollywood's racism and hypocrisy, highlighting the industry's lack of respect for talent and its focus on actors' appearances. He emphasized the self-made success of actors like Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Pankaj Tripathi, and Manoj Bajpayee, calling out industry misconceptions. Kashyap also addressed rising entourage costs, attributing them to producer-actor dynamics.

Malayalam cinema dazzles on silver screens in 2024

Malayalam film industry has a blockbuster year with ₹720 crore box office collections. Top grossing movies include Manjummel Boys, Aadujeevitham, Aavesham, and Premalu. E4 Entertainment founder Mukesh Mehta highlights the success of diverse Malayalam films. Malayalam cinema is gaining traction in North America and Europe, according to NV Capital cofounder Nitin Menon.

Cannes Lions 2024: India off to a good start with one silver, two bronzes

India performed well on the first day of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, often referred to as the Oscars of the ad-world. They secured one Silver and two Bronze Lions. Ogilvy Mumbai was awarded a Silver Lion for their innovative 'Megh Santoor' campaign for Brooke Bond Taj Mahal tea, featuring a musical billboard that played 'Raag Megh Malhar' when it rained.

Why India hardly does documentaries

India, the world's largest feature film industry, has a strong independent, especially documentary filmmaking scene. While some films, like Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine as Light and Nishtha Jain's Farming the Revolution, have won awards, the country has stopped supporting such cinema.

SHOCKING: Anurag Kashyap exposes how customs treated Christopher Nolan during 'Tenet' shoot in India

Anurag Kashyap recently highlighted the challenges faced by Christopher Nolan during the filming of 'Tenet' in Mumbai, revealing that Indian customs held up Nolan's equipment. Kashyap criticized the lack of support for indie filmmakers in India and emphasized the systemic issues in cinema funding. His candid remarks shed light on the hurdles faced by international filmmakers and called for substantive reforms to empower creative talent within the country's film industry.

Andhra: PM Modi shares warm moment with Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi; Ram Charan gets emotional

Kartik Aaryan says he gets his validation from his fans, says he is no hurry to have critical acclaim

Aaryan's latest big-screen release is sports drama "Chandu Champion", directed by Kabir Khan.

Who was Ramoji Rao? Here's all about Eenadu and Ramoji Film City founder who passed away in Hyderabad

Ramoji Rao passed away while receiving treatment at Star Hospital in Hyderabad. His legacy continues to inspire many in the fields of media, cinema, and business. The impact of his work will be remembered and cherished for generations to come.

"Munjya" from Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe earns Rs 4.21 crore on day one

The film, which has its roots in the Marathi folklore, is reportedly set in the Maddock Films' horror comedy universe, "Stree" (2018), "Roohi" (2021), and "Bhediya" (2022). Maddock Films shared the film's opening day numbers in a post on Instagram. "This record-breaking collection for a film with no A-list actors is a testament to the power of a captivating story and the brilliance of CGI technology. 'Munjya' has sprung the biggest surprise in the industry, setting the stage for a remarkable box office run," the company said in a press note.

Why does Anurag Kashyap believe Mammootty stands apart from Bollywood stars? Director highlights key differences

Anurag Kashyap highlighted the stark differences between Bollywood and South Indian cinema, praising Malayalam superstar Mammootty for his fearless creative choices. Speaking on the Humans of Cinema YouTube channel, Kashyap emphasized that unlike Bollywood, the South Indian film industry offers equal opportunities to both small and big films. He commended Mammootty for taking bold roles and trusting filmmakers, contrasting this with Bollywood stars who seek guaranteed hits before committing to projects.

'Heeramandi 2' announced: Bhansali's courtesans to enter Mumbai film industry in new season; check plot, cast

Netflix has confirmed a second season for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's series 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,' following its successful debut on May 1. Season 2 will shift the story from Lahore to the Indian film industry post-Partition, with courtesans transitioning from performing for nawabs to entertaining film producers. Bhansali, who faced significant challenges during production, expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series.

Priyanka Chopra's mom praises Thalapathy Vijay, calls her daughter's first hero 'a perfect gentleman'

Priyanka Chopra, renowned globally today, began her acting career with the 2002 Tamil film 'Thamizhan' alongside Thalapathy Vijay. Initially hesitant to enter the film industry, Priyanka was in tears when she received the offer. Her mother, Madhu Chopra, persuaded her to accept the role, describing Priyanka as an obedient child. Despite language barriers and initial struggles with dance, Priyanka gradually embraced and enjoyed the filmmaking process, realizing her passion for acting.

Indian films are making a comeback in Russia

Industry players and authorities are working to reignite the old cultural affiliation by increasing film shoots and screenings of Indian films in Russia.

Veteran Pakistani actor Talat Hussain loses fight with prolonged illness at 83

​A radio, TV, theatre, and cinema veteran, Hussain was known for serials such as "Bandish", "Karwaan", "Hawain" and "Parchaiyan" as well as movies "Chiragh Jalta Raha", "Gumnaam", "Actor in Law" and Indian film "Sauten Ki Beti".

Navrattan Group's Himansh Verma announces launch of new OTT platform

"We aspire to present something distinctive that deeply resonates with our viewers, merging the essence of Indian cinema with the global allure of blockbuster content," Navrattan Group's Himansh Verma said about the launch.

'Srikanth' box office: Rajkummar Rao starrer biopic gets decent start, collects Rs 2.25 cr on Day 1

Rajkummar Rao's film 'Srikanth' had a promising start at the Indian box office, earning over Rs 2 crore on its opening day. The movie, which portrays the inspiring journey of visually impaired industrialist Srikanth Bolla, has garnered praise for Rao's versatile acting and the strong performances of the supporting cast. Critics have lauded the film for its narrative depth and character portrayal. With positive reviews and growing audience interest, 'Srikanth' is expected to continue its success in the coming days.

Manoj Bajpayee reflects on 100th movie 'Bhaiyya Ji', says he was unsure of even getting to do 10 movies

​Regarded as one of the most dependable performers, Bajpayee is known for films such as "Satya", "Shool", "Aligarh", "Gangs of Wasseypur" as well as "The Family Man" web series. "

SS Rajamouli eyes animation film as next project following 'Baahubali' success

Filmmaker SS Rajamouli expressed his interest in creating an animation film, inspired by his recent success with the "Baahubali" series. He sees potential in exploring new territories and believes there's a substantial audience for animation films in India. Rajamouli shared his journey from creating blockbuster action movies to now delving into animation, emphasizing the need for a strong connection between filmmakers and animated content.

Karan Johar feels disrespected by his 'own industry'? Director reacts to 'poor taste' mimicry of him. What he said?

Karan Johar recently expressed disappointment over a mimicry incident on a TV channel where a comedian imitated him in poor taste. He shared his feelings on social media, highlighting his sadness at the disrespect from within the industry. While not naming the comedian, speculation pointed to Kettan Singh from 'Madness Machayenge India Ko Hasayenge.' Singh apologized publicly, stating his intention was not to hurt Johar.

Stars of Kannada film industry descend to cast votes for Lok Sabha polls

Several Sandalwood stars actively participated in the election process on April 26. Prakash Raj emphasized voting against hate and division, while Darshan, seen supporting a Congress candidate, cast his vote in Bengaluru. Upendra stressed the importance of voting for the country and urged everyone, especially youngsters, to participate.

How AI-generated music is shaking up the industry and why artists are wary

The use of AI in music exploded with the entry of tech giants and powerful AI-first firms. One of the pioneers was OpenAI’s Jukebox. Released in 2020, it generated raw audio that approximated the inputs you gave like a certain musician or a particular genre.

Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan called 'insecure' by Pakistani actress, fans ask 'is she okay?'

Pakistani actress Nadia Khan's recent comments on a talk show have sparked controversy, as she alleges that top Bollywood actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan are insecure about the success of Pakistani artists in India. Nadia claims that this insecurity led to attempts to sideline Pakistani talent in the Indian entertainment industry. Her remarks have reignited debates about the dynamics of talent exchange and perceptions between the two countries' entertainment industries.

RIL, Disney announce a big, fat Indian wedding

Walt Disney's Star India will merge with Reliance Industries' Viacom18 to create India's biggest media and entertainment business valued at $8.5 billion. Mukesh Ambani and Bob Iger will lead the merged entity. The venture will have exclusive rights to distribute Disney films and productions in India.