Aishwarya Rai Bachchan poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film ‘The History of Sound’ at the 78th international Cannes film festival | Photo Credit: AP Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s 22nd appearance at the Cannes Film Festival was marked by apparent symbolism. Dressed in a custom ivory and gold Manish Malhotra sari reimagined … Read more
A still from ‘Chief of War’ | Photo Credit: Apple TV Apple TV+ on Wednesday (May 21) unveiled the teaser of its upcoming Hawaiian historical drama series, Chief of War. The series is headlined by Jason Momoa, who has also co-written and co-created the show, apart from executive producing and directing the season finale. “You … Read more
The cast and crew of ‘Homebound’ pose at Cannes Film Festival ahead of the premiere | Photo Credit: X/ @DharmaMovies Neeraj Ghaywan’s latest film Homebound premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival under the Un Certain Regard section, drawing a nine-minute standing ovation from the audience. The screening marked an emotional moment for the director, … Read more
A poster for ‘Kalam: The Missile Man of India’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement India’s ‘Missile Man’ is heading to the silver screen, with National Award-winning actor Dhanush set to portray former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam in a sweeping biopic titled Kalam: The Missile Man of India. The film was officially announced at the … Read more
With the release of Pablo Larraín’s new biopic Maria, starring Angelina Jolie, the world is once again drawn into the life of Greek-American opera legend Maria Callas, whose artistry, ambition and isolation were inseparable from her myth. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on August 29, 2024 and has been streaming … Read more
Boman Irani at the Cannes red carpet | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Indian actor-director Boman Irani made his red carpet debut at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, looking sharp in a patterned black tuxedo and shades. Irani, 65, is part of Anupam Kher’s forthcoming directorial Tanvi The Great, which was screened at the Cannes film … Read more
It was around six years ago that ecologist Ayushi Jain arrived in Kasaragod, Kerala, in search of the Asian giant softshell turtle (a large freshwater turtle). She interacted with the community, took them into confidence and eventually spotted the turtle. She went on to document the critically endangered species, with the support of the people, … Read more
Aakanksha Singh | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The Hindi film Runway 34 and the web series Khakee: The Bengal Chapter have made Aakanksha Singh more recognisable across the country. But those familiar with Telugu cinema will remember her quiet charm in the coming-of-age romance Malli Raava, the comedy Devadas, and the anthology Meet Cute. In … Read more
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM, KERALA, 31st AUGUST 2024: Actor Mohanlal briefed the media regarding his stand related to Justice Hema Committee report after an event of Kerala Cricket Leaue (KCL) in Thiruvananthapuram | Photo Credit: NIRMAL HARINDRAN / THE HINDU Malayalam superstar Mohanlal turned 65 on Wednesday (May 21), with social media flooded with heartfelt greetings and birthday … Read more
Hrithik Roshan in ‘War 2’ | Photo Credit: YouTube/YRF Actor Hrithik Roshan returns as superspy Kabir in War 2, the new entry in the YRF Spy Universe. The film’s teaser, with Roshan locking horns with Jr. NTR, was released online on May 20. Directed by Ayan Mukerji and also featuring Kiara Advani, the action film … Read more
Delnaz Najafi, Hadis Pakbaten, Majid Panahi, Solmaz Panahi, Jafar Panahi, Tahereh Saeedi, Maryam Afsharimovahed, Ebrahim Azizi and Vahid Mobasseri depart the ‘It Was Just an Accident’ red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals | Photo Credit: Getty Images Jafar Panahi’s It Was Just an Accident premiered to a 10-minute … Read more
George Wendt, an actor with an Everyman charm who played the affable, beer-loving barfly Norm on the hit 1980s TV comedy “Cheers” and later crafted a stage career that took him to Broadway in “Art,” “Hairspray” and “Elf,” has died. He was 76. Wendt’s family said he died early Tuesday (May 20, 2025) morning, peacefully … Read more
In the world of cinema, where political narratives often dominate the landscape, filmmaker Edgar Baghdasaryan focuses on the deeply personal and often bewildering experiences of the individual navigating tumultuous socio-historical shifts. His film Yasha and Leonid Brezhnev that came out in 2024, was screened at the Bangalore International Film Festival (Biffes) 2025, and offers a … Read more
Kevin Spacey receives the Excellence in Film and Television award from Better World Fund president Manuel Collas de La Roche during the Better World Fund 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner during the 78th international film festival in Cannes | Photo Credit: AP Kevin Spacey returned to the Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday evening for the first … Read more
A still from ‘Zootopia 2’ | Photo Credit: Disney Disney has released the teaser trailer for Zootopia 2, offering a first look at the long-awaited sequel to the 2016 animated hit. Scheduled for release on November 26, the film reunites audiences with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, now back on the beat for a brand-new … Read more
A still from ‘The Bear’ Season 4 | Photo Credit: FX FX has released the official trailer for Season 4 of The Bear, teasing another intense chapter in the Emmy-winning comedy. The new season premieres June 25 on Hulu, with all 10 episodes dropping at once. The trailer reveals a ticking-clock as Carmy (Jeremy Allen … Read more
A still from ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ | Photo Credit: Universal Pictures The second trailer for Jurassic World: Rebirth has been released, giving us a closer look at the seventh film in the long-running dinosaur franchise. Directed by Gareth Edwards and written by Jurassic Park screenwriter David Koepp, the film stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and … Read more
Kiran Rao | Photo Credit: PTI Filmmaker Kiran Rao has been named to the international jury of the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF), set to take place from June 13 to June 22, 2025, in Shanghai, China. Rao, whose most recent directorial Laapataa Ladies received critical acclaim, joins a panel led by Italian filmmaker … Read more
Janhvi Kapoor attends the ’Homebound’ red carpet at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 20, 2025 | Photo Credit: Getty Images The cast and crew of Homebound walked the red carpet at the 78th Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday evening ahead of the film’s official screening in the Un … Read more
Silambarasan TR and Kamal Haasan in ‘Thug Life’. The eight-week window between the theatrical and OTT releases of Thug Life is a ‘pragmatic’ decision beneficial to all stakeholders, actor-producer Kamal Haasan said at a trailer showcase in Mumbai on Tuesday (May 20, 2025) evening. Thug Life—a splashy, emotional gangster drama—reunites Kamal with his Nayakan director … Read more
Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal in ‘Hera Pheri’. | Photo Credit: IMDB The OG trio of Hera Pheri‘ — Raju, Shyam, and Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, aka Babu Bhaiya — has been loved by fans across the globe for over two decades now. When Paresh Rawal, who played the iconic Baburao Ganpatrao Apte in … Read more
Harvey Weinstein, former co-chairman of the Weinstein Co., appears at Manhattan criminal court in New York, U.S, on Monday, May 19, 2025. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Jurors at Harvey Weinstein ‘s sex crimes retrial heard Monday from a woman who said her consensual relationship with the ex-movie mogul descended into rape. At times, “he validated … Read more
Poster of ‘Rana Naidu’ Season 2. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The makers of Rana Naidu Season 2 have announced the premiere date of the web series. Starring Venkatesh and Rana Daggubati, the action drama is created by Karan Anshuman. Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal is the biggest addition to the second part. Directed by Karan … Read more
Actor Paresh Rawal. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR Veteran actor Paresh Rawal has cleared the air about his departure from the Hera Pheri franchise. Reports emerged last week of Rawal, who plays the iconic character Baburao Ganpatrao Apte aka Babu Bhaiyaa in the Hera Pheri films, quitting the forthcoming instalment, Hera Pheri 3. Rawal, … Read more
Conan O’Brien. | Photo Credit: AP Comedian and host Conan O’Brien has become the latest addition to the star cast of Toy Story 5. Written and directed by Andrew Stanton, who worked as a writer on the previous four films, Toy Story 5 is produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Disney. O’Brien will voice the … Read more
Mani Ratnam unveils the first look of Madhoo’s ‘Chinna Chinna Aasai,’ co-starring Indrans | Photo Credit: @madhoo_rockstar/Instagram Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam, who is awaiting the release of his filmThug Life, on Monday (May 19) unveiled the first look of the upcoming Malayalam movie Chinna Chinna Aasai, starring Madhoo and Indrans. The first look features the … Read more
A still from ‘Alpha’ | Photo Credit: Neon The first teaser trailer for Alpha, Julia Ducournau’s latest feature, has been released ahead of the film’s world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The film screened in the festival’s main competition, marking Ducournau’s return to Cannes after winning the Palme d’Or in 2021 with Titane. The … Read more
Vishal and Sai Dhanshika from the trailer launch of ‘Yogi Da’ Tamil actors Vishal and Sai Dhanshika are all set to tie the knot, the couple announced on Monday (May 19, 2025) at the trailer launch of Dhanshika’s upcoming film Yogi Da. The actors announced that they will get married on August 29 this year. … Read more
Vijay Antony; title poster of ‘Lawyer’ | Photo Credit: Johan Sathya Das/The Hindu and Special Arrangement Tamil actor Vijay Antony is all set to headline an upcoming courtroom drama titled Lawyer. The film is set to be written and directed by Joshua Sethuraman, who previously helmed Gentlewoman, starring Lijomol Jose, Losliya Mariyanesan, and Hari Krishnan. The … Read more
Tom Cruise in ‘Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning’. | Photo Credit: IMAX/YouTube Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning continues its steady run at the India box office. The final film of the long-running franchise, starring Tom Cruise, hit the screens on May 17, 2025 (Saturday). By the third day, the film has raked in ₹38.81 … Read more