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‘RRR’ filmmaker receives 1000 origami figures from elderly Japanese woman


Filmmaker SS Rajamouli’s period action film 'RRR', which won an Oscar in 2023, is still receiving love from all over the world, especially in Japan. Rajamouli, whose film became highest-grossing Indian movie in Japan, received a special gift from an 83-year-old Japanese woman upon his latest visit. He shared that the fan gifted him...

CBFC orders alterations in Tabu’s dialogues in ‘Crew’


Kriti Sanon, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Tabu treated fans to a super fun trailer for their upcoming film 'Crew' recently. And while the unabashed stance of the characters has been hailed by many, looks like CBFC is not okay with green lighting the oh-so-bold stance of Tabu’s character in the film. As per several...

Diljit Dosanjh calls Ed Sheeran ‘beautiful soul’


Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh and British singer Ed Sheeran got the crowd grooving at Mumbai’s Mahalaxmi Racecourse ground at a recent live concert. After the electrifying performance, Diljit has now posted some behind-the-stage pictures and videos highlighting the camaraderie between himself and Ed, and giving a peek inside how the massive collaboration was pulled...

‘Trying to still be most risk-taking actor’: Ayushmann Khurrana


Actor Ayushmann Khurrana opened up about how he always wanted to be a risk-taking actor to make the country proud. Ayushmann made his Bollywood debut with 'Vicky Donor' (2012), a film set against the background of sperm donation and infertility, themes that are often seen as taboos in Indian society. The film was highly appreciated,...

Vidhu Chopra’s advice to aspiring filmmakers: Script should talk to you


Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra, whose latest film '12th Fail' emerged as a breakout success of last year, interacted with the young aspiring filmmakers from the Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institution. Sharing the tips with the young filmmakers, he underscored the importance of having a good script for making a good film. The director said:...

Dev Patel emotional as ‘Monkey Man’ gets standing ovation at SXSW film fest


Actor Dev Patel was seen fighting back tears after his directorial debut 'Monkey Man' received a standing ovation at the South by Southwest (SXSW) film festival. The much-anticipated India-set movie, also written by the 'Slumdog Millionaire' and 'Lion' star, had its world premiere at the film gala, held annually in Austin, Texas. The movie...

Sony Pictures announces biopic on Madhubala


Filmmaker Jasmeet K Reen will be tackling an upcoming biographical drama movie based on the life and times of Indian cinema legend Madhubala, the makers announced. Sony Pictures International Productions announced the project on their official social media handles. “We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming film honoring the legendary Madhubala, the epitome of grace and...

Protesters disrupt Oscars red carpet


A swarm of protesters have shut down a major section of Hollywood during the Oscars red carpet, making it into a traffic nightmare. With just a few minutes ahead of the telecast's scheduled start time, seats went almost empty and the broadcast itself started five minutes late due to the protestors. They shut down Sunset...

Jharkhand farmer celebrated in ‘To Kill A Tiger’ soaks in Oscars glamor


When Ranjit, who was till then looking after his rice fields in one corner of Jharkhand, decided to stand up against his village and fight for his daughter after she was gang-raped in 2017, he was told, "You can't kill a tiger by yourself". Recounting this conversation towards the end of New Delhi-born Indian...