Filmmaker Hansal Mehta confirms that the upcoming Ranveer Singh-led film Pralay is an original story and not an adaptation of José Saramago’s 1995 novel Blindness. Although early speculation suggested the film might be based on the novel centering on a mysterious epidemic causing sudden blindness Mehta clarified that the script was developed independently. The film…
It was on this 4th April 1898 that, poet, songwriter and dramatist Harindranath Chattopadhyay was born in Hyderabad.The veteran actor who had a serious career in literature, is remembered for his brief comic roles in Hindi and Bengali films. Born to an illustrious family, his father was a scientist and mother a singer. His elder…
In a recent episode of Indian Idol 16, renowned singer Shreya Ghoshal captivated the audiences by stepping into Kajol’s iconic role (Anjali) to recreate a famous scene from the 2001 Karan Johar’s film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (K3G). She performed the scene alongside veteran actress Farida Jalal, who returned to her role as Daijaan, delivering…
Early 80s had this knack for launching stars like full-blown statements, and Betaab (1983) was exactly that moment, Dharmendra backing his son Sunny Deol like a proper filmi father, giving him a debut that was all mountains, music, and raw, almost reckless intensity, while Amrita Singh walked in with that bold, no-nonsense energy that made…
It was amidst the promotions of the 2019 film Uri: The Surgical Strike, where Aditya made his directorial debut and Yami played the role of an undercover RAW agent that that the love story of Aditya Dhar and Yamini Gautam blossomed. Although they first met on the set, their bond developed into a camaraderie amidst…
According to The Traitors season 2 contestants 2060), hosted by Karan Johar, features a star-studded lineup including Elvish Yadav, Mallika Sherawat, Shweta Tiwari, Munawar Faruqui, Rhea Chakraborty, and Abhishek Malhan. The Jaisalmer sho features influencers, actors, and reality TV stars, with Shalini Passi reportedly being the wealthiest contestant. Shalini Passi: Socialite and art collectorSanjay Kapoor:…
“Guide” the 1965 released masterpiece scene features Dev Anand (Raju), Waheeda Rehman (Rosie), and Kishore Sahu (Marco) in a transformative turning point. It highlights the emotional, social, and professional complexities arising from a love triangle, showcasing Rosie’s desire for liberation and Marco’s rigid neglect, leading to her pursuing her passion. The scene underscores the evolving…
Film Heritage Foundation’s 4K restoration of Ramesh Sippy’s “Sholay – The Final Cut” continues to resonate with audiences across the world! “Sholay” was screened on March 18, 2026 in Pittsburgh at 6 p.m. at the Harris Theatre, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, 809, Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Sholay is restored by Film Heritage Foundation at L’Immagine…
Notably, actor and director Rishab Shetty recently shared an enthusiastic review of the spy thriller Dhurandhar The Revenge (Dhurandhar 2) lauding the Aditya Dhar directorial and Ranveer Singh-starrer for its intense impact. Shetty labeled the film more than a continuation, calling it a “statement”.“War Drum” Analogy: He praised the intensity of the film, saying, “Every…
Hrithik Roshan loved the script of the 2004 film Hum Tum and called it “pure gold.” However, due to a lack of confidence, he turned down the role, which later went to Saif Ali Khan. As per Hrithik he did not have the confidence to take on that kind of role at that time. Following…
