‘Whether it’s Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan, or Dilip Kumar, these stars possess a unique cosmic charisma.’‘It’s an indescribable phenomenon that makes you adore them.’ IMAGE: Sridevi and Rajinikanth in ChaalBaaz. Chaalbaaz Director Pankaj Parashar reflects on his time with Rajinikanth in Chennai before the film’s 1989 release. Among his memories is a late-night incident where…
‘Dilip Kumar was a blend of spontaneity and stylized acting.’ Photograph: Courtesy Meenakshi Seshadri/Instagram Meenakshi Seshadri, currently in Dallas, USA, with her family, shared, “I am pleased to discuss being directed by Dilip Kumar in Kalinga. I want to honor him on his 103rd birth anniversary on December 11.” The actress recalls her experience working…
‘On February 1, 2026, everyone in India, please light a diya. Because the Grammy is coming home.’ IMAGE: Singer-composer-producer Siddhant Bhatia presents the Grammy-nominated album Sounds of Kumbha to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, who features in the album. Photograph: Courtesy of Siddhant Bhatia This marks a historic Grammy nomination for an Indian artist. The album…
JioHotstar Boosts Investment in South Indian Content JioHotstar plans to invest Rs 4,000 crore in South Indian content over the next five years, aiming to offer 1,500 hours of new programming within the next year. This follows a 70% increase in viewership for Southern content, surpassing the national average, according to Krishnan Kutty, head of…
Acquittal in High-Profile Kerala Case ‘Her fight has ignited significant journeys for women in cinema, the Malayalam film industry, and Kerala.’ IMAGE: Movie star Dileep being escorted by the police. Photograph: ANI Photo Dileep’s Statement Post-Acquittal On Monday, actor Dileep expressed deep gratitude towards his family, supporters, and legal team following his acquittal by a…
Hema Malini reportedly assured Dharmendra she wouldn’t interfere with his first family. IMAGE: Dharmendra and Meena Kumari in Baharon Ki Manzil. Dharmendra’s simplicity was considered his greatest charm, as detailed by Dr. Rajiv Vijaykar in the biography Dharmendra: A Biography: Not Just a He-Man. “Dharmendra was not only a brilliant actor but also an exceptional…
The Challenges of Film Costume Design Image Caption: Courtesy of Penguin India/Instagram Designing costumes for films presents unique challenges, as seen in Madhav Agasti’s work on movies like Mr India, Sadak, and Gandhi. These films required creativity, sensitivity, and historical accuracy, respectively. Background and Career Madhav Agasti, a veteran costume designer, has crafted outfits for…
Hema Malini’s father was furious and nearly pushed Dharmendra out of the house. ‘Leave my daughter’s life! You’re married; you can’t marry her,’ he shouted repeatedly. However, Dharmendra, emotional and slightly intoxicated, refused to leave. IMAGE: Hema Malini and Dharmendra in Raja Jani. During her youth, Hema Malini had many admirers, but Dharmendra won her…
Gaurav Khanna: A Model Contestant in Bigg Boss History Gaurav Khanna may not have followed the most remarkable path like his predecessors, but he has stood out as one of the most courteous contestants and victors in Bigg Boss history. Congratulations to him for that achievement! A Look Back at Bigg Boss Seasons As a…
Saravanan’s presence was notable even among legends like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, as remembered by N Sathiya Moorthy. IMAGE: Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. Photograph: Courtesy AVM Productions and AVM Studios/Instagram Men like him are rare. Passing of a Cinematic Giant Saravanan Surya Mani, known as AVM Saravanan, passed away at 86 due to age-related issues…
