Vicky Kaushal’s ‘Chhaava’ collects Rs 72.4 crores at the box office in two days

Poster announcing the second day box office collection of ‘Chhaava’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Bollywood star Vicky Kaushal’s highly anticipated Bollywood film Chhaava has grossed Rs. 72.4 crores at the box office in two days. Released on February 14, the film is directed by Laxman Utekar. According to the makers, the film minted Rs … Read more

‘Machante Maalakha’ trailer: Soubin Shahir, Namitha Pramod bring heart and humour

Soubin Shahir, Namitha Pramod in a still from ‘Machante Maalakha’ | Photo Credit: Saregama Malayalam/YouTube The trailer of the upcoming Malayalam film, Machante Maalakha, starring Soubin Shahir, Dhyan Sreenivasan, and Namitha Pramod, was released by the makers today. Directed by Boban Samuel, the film is set to release on February 27. In the trailer, Soubin’s … Read more

‘Multiverse Manmadhan’: Nivin Pauly to star in ‘India’s first multiverse superhero movie’

Nivin Pauly; poster of ‘Multiverse Manmadhan’ | Photo Credit: @nivinpaulyactor/Instagram Malayalam star Nivin Pauly on Sunday announced that he will headline Multiverse Manmadhan, billed as “India’s first multiverse superhero movie.” Adithyan Chandrashkar, known for the 2023 film Enkilum Chandrike and mini-series Average Ambili (2019), will direct the upcoming project. Multiverse Manmadhan is co-written by Anandu … Read more

‘The Devil’ teaser: Darshan returns to the silver screen for the first time since arrest

A stil from ‘The Devil’ The teaser for the much-anticipated Kannada film The Devil was unveiled on February 16, coinciding with Challenging Star Darshan’s birthday. The release was spearheaded by his wife, Vijayalakshmi Darshan, along with the film’s team, sparking a wave of excitement among fans. Despite the buzz surrounding the teaser, Darshan kept his … Read more

First Day First Show | Reviews of ‘Chhaava’ and ‘Captain America 4’

(This article forms a part of the First Day First Show newsletter that brings you the latest and best from the world of movies and entertainment. Subscribe now) Bollywood ‘Deewaar’ at 50: The stories behind the wall Saif Ali Khan opens up about attack, reveals son Taimur’s response Salman Khan-Aamir Khan’s ‘Andaz Apna Apna’ to re-release … Read more

Kartik Aaryan, Sreeleela promise a stirring love story in first look of Anurag Basu’s next

Sreeleela. and Kartik Aaryan in the first look teaser | Photo Credit: T-Series The makers of Hindi star Kartik Aaryan’s upcoming film, co-starring Sreeleela, unveiled a first-look teaser on Saturday. Written and directed by Anurag Basu, the yet-untitled film is set to release during Diwali this year. In the teaser, Kartik, sporting a huge beard, … Read more

‘Kalamkaval’: First look of Mammootty, Vinayakan’s film with Jithin K Jose out

Vinayakan and Mammootty from the sets of ‘Kalamkaval’ | Photo Credit: @mammoottykampany/Instagram The makers of Malayalam superstar Mammootty’s next, Kalamkaval, unveiled the first-look poster of the film on Saturday (February 15). Directed by Jithin K Jose, the film also features actor Vinayakan in the lead. In the first look, Mammootty’s character can be seen biting … Read more

Veteran Telugu actor Krishnaveni dies at 102

Krishnaveni | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Veteran Telugu actor and producer C Krishnaveni died here on Sunday, Movie Artistes Association (MAA) Vice-President Madala Ravi said. She was 102 years old. Krishnaveni passed away due to age-related issues, Madala Ravi told PTI. She is survived by her daughter. Born in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, Krishnaveni debuted … Read more

Young adult series Ziddi Girls to stream on Prime Video

A poster for ‘Ziddi Girls’ Ziddi Girls, a young adult drama series about five Gen-Z college-goers, will stream on Prime Video from February 27, the makers have announced. Directed by Shonali Bose and written and co-directed by Vasant Nath and Neha Veena Sharma, the series follows four friends commencing life at a reputed Delhi college … Read more

‘Chhaava’ box office: Vicky Kaushal-Rashmika Mandanna starrer earns ₹ 33.10 crore in India on opening day

Vicky Kaushal in ‘Chhaava’. | Photo Credit: Maddock Films/YouTube The highly anticipated Bollywood film Chhaava hit the screens on February 14, 2025. The Hindi historical stars Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film has minted Rs 33.10 crore at the India box office on its opening day, according to the makers. … Read more

Jena Pandya and Ashley Day to lead Aditya Chopra’s ‘Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical’

Actors Jena Pandya and Ashley Day will feature as Simran and Roger in the upcoming Aditya Chopra-directed Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge musical Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, slated to commence at Manchester Opera House from May 29. The musical is based on Chopra’s 1995 Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge which is marking 30 … Read more

Mia Goth joins Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’

Mia Goth. | Photo Credit: miagothcrew/Instagram Actor Mia Goth, who is known for starring in Pearl, A Cure For Wellness, High Life, and others has joined the cast of Christopher Nolan’s latest film, The Odyssey. The all-star Universal Pictures production is an adaptation of Homer’s Greek epic poem and features Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, … Read more

‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’ movie review: Renée Zellweger returns as our favourite singleton in a film that’s strictly for fans

Renée Zellweger in a scene from ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’ | Photo Credit: JAY MAIDMENT One thing Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, taught me was that some clothes were indestructible. Bridget’s (Renée Zellweger) closet still has the red, printed pyjamas, the see-through top and granny underwear from the first movie, Bridget Jones’s … Read more

‘Kesari Chapter 2 – The Untold Chapter of Jallianwala Bagh’: Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday film gets release date

Hyderabad, Telangana, 26/11/2018: Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar at the trailer launch of 2.O in Hyderabad on Monday. Photo: Nagara Gopal / The Hindu | Photo Credit: NAGARA GOPAL Akshay Kumar and Ananya Panday starrer Kesari Chapter 2 – The Untold Chapter of Jallianwala Bagh will release on April 18, 2025, the makers announced on Saturday. … Read more

‘Chhaava’ box office: Vicky Kaushal-Rashmika Mandanna starrer earns Rs 31 crore on opening day

Vicky Kaushal in ‘Chhaava’. | Photo Credit: Maddock Films/YouTube The highly anticipated Bollywood film Chhaava hit the screens on February 14, 2025. The Hindi historical stars Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna. Directed by Laxman Utekar, the film has minted Rs 31 crore at the box office on its opening day, according to Sacnilk. The collection … Read more

‘Mughal-e-Azam’s genesis is in theatre’: Feroz Abbas Khan on the grand spectacle’s return to Delhi

Still from Mughal-e-Azam the musical directed by Feroz Abbas Khan | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The biggest challenge in performing arts is to reimagine a classic without alienating any section of the audience or actors that drive the story. By freeing the spirit of Anarkali from the iron grip of K Asif’s Mughal-e-Azam, director Feroz Abbas Khan has … Read more

‘Chhaava’ movie review: Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna jostle for attention in this uneven sketch of a Maratha legend

Vicky Kaushal in ‘Chhaava’ Based on Shivaji Sawant’s popular novel, Chhaava is a puff piece on Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Sambhaji, who took on the might of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for around eight years in the 17th Century. Carrying forward the defiant approach of his father Chhatrapati Shivaji, he kept Aurangzeb occupied in the Deccan during the second half of … Read more

‘Kaadhal Enbadhu Podhu Udamai’ movie review: Admirable queer drama rises above its flaws

A still from ‘Kaadhal Enbadhu Podhu Udamai’ | Photo Credit: Saregama Tamil/YouTube For queers, differently abled, neurodivergent and other outliers in society, there’s real agony in being refused to be seen, heard or understood for their individual choices and who they are born as. Activism on these fronts, especially in Indian society, has been to … Read more

‘Sidlingu 2’ movie review: A bland sequel devoid of the refreshing quality of the original

Yogi and Sonu Gowda in ‘Sidlingu 2’ | Photo Credit: MRT Music/YouTube Director Vijaya Prasad transitioned from television to films with his State-award winning feature debut Sidlingu in 2012. The film centred on a youngster’s infatuation and tracked his coming-of-age journey. Apart from some melodious tracks, Yogi’s earnest performance was the film’s highlight. It was … Read more

‘Kiss’ teaser: Kavin stars as a youth against love, romance and Valentine’s Day

Kavin and Preethi Asrani in a still from ‘Kiss’ | Photo Credit: Sony Music South/YouTube The teaser of Kiss, the upcoming Tamil romance comedy starring Kavin, was released by the makers today, on the occasion of Valentine’s Day. The film is written and directed by choreographer Sathish Krishnan in his directorial debut. In the teaser, Kavin’s … Read more

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ movie review: Harrison Ford thunders to the rescue

A still from ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ | Photo Credit: Marvel Studios We are in the midst of a Harrison Ford tsunami, with the 82-year-old superstar winning plaudits and a fresh batch of fans for his portrayal of the gruff psychotherapist with Parkinson’s in the series, Shrinking, and his final outing as archaeologist-adventurer in … Read more

JioHotstar merger: new subscription plans, features and transition for existing users

JioStar has announced subscription plans tailored to diverse audience needs, starting at ₹149 JioStar, the recently formed joint venture with the merger of Viacom18 and Star India, has announced the launch of JioHotstar, bringing together JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar – two leading OTT platforms for premium sports, and entertainment. With close to 3 lakh hours … Read more