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R Madhavan HITS BACK at allegations that Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein glorified stalking: “When phones and social media didn’t exist, how did you contact a girl? Give the boys a chance…90% of the guys now are afraid to approach a girl” 90 : Bollywood News

R Madhavan came up with not-so-known trivia and stories from his life in the first episode of The Filmy Hustle podcast, hosted by distributor-exhibitor Akshaye Rathi. He also opened up about the cancel culture that exists today and how he was slammed for his otherwise much-loved film, Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2001). R Madhavan HITS BACK […]

Saira Banu remembers Manoj Kumar with cherished “Balidaan” memory: “Someone like him never truly leaves” : Bollywood News

Veteran actress Saira Banu took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, sharing a lighthearted anecdote about her late co-star Manoj Kumar from the sets of their 1971 film Balidaan. In a heartfelt tribute following Kumar’s passing on April 4 at the age of 87, Banu recounted a memorable moment that left the crew in stitches. […]

Arnab Chatterjee recalls production chaos during Murderbaad shoot in Bengal: “Budgets shot up to nearly double” : Bollywood News

Writer-director-producer Arnab Chatterjee, whose debut Hindi feature Murderbaad is generating buzz ahead of its theatrical release, has spoken out about the logistical and financial difficulties faced during the film’s first schedule in West Bengal. Chatterjee revealed that the initial shoot in Bagdogra, Siliguri, became a deeply challenging experience due to complications involving local federation rules, […]

Shaan on meme controversy during COVID-19: “It became my identity” 19 : Bollywood News

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Shaan’s Instagram live took an unexpected turn when he read out abusive comments and called out the trolls. A clip of the moment went viral, sparking a meme fest online. Shaan on meme controversy during COVID-19: “It became my identity” Nearly five years later, Shaan has finally addressed the incident in […]

15 years of Tere Bin Laden: Abhishek Sharma says, “It reminds me of the courage and free flowing expression I possessed as a debutante director” 15 : Bollywood News

Filmmaker Abhishek Sharma’s debut Tere Bin Laden turned out to be the surprise of 2010. Starring Ali Fazar, Pradhuman Singh, Piyush Mishra and Sugandha Garg, the film was a satire based on the lookalike of the dreaded terrorist Osama Bin Laden. Sharma looked back at the film in an interview with us as it completes […]

Ahead of 50th anniversary, Iran pays tribute to Sholay with full-page feature 50 : Bollywood News

With just a month to go before Sholay marks its 50th anniversary, the iconic 1975 Bollywood classic has received an international nod of recognition. An Iranian newspaper recently dedicated a full-page tribute to the film, underlining its cultural impact and enduring popularity in the country. Ahead of 50th anniversary, Iran pays tribute to Sholay with […]

Shanaya Kapoor on her shelved debut Bedhadak, “That was my biggest love and my biggest heartbreak” : Bollywood News

Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, has officially made her big-screen debut with Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. The romantic drama, which also features Vikrant Massey, released on Friday and has received a fairly positive response for the newcomer. However, many may recall that she was initially slated to debut in Bollywood with Dharma […]

Vidya Balan shares thoughtful message on overcoming rejection: “I must have had great reserves of self-love” : Bollywood News

Celebrated actor Vidya Balan struck a deep emotional chord with students at the 10th edition of India’s International Movement to Unite Nations (I.I.M.U.N.) “Role Model Series,” moderated by Rishabh Shah, founder of I.I.M.U.N held in Bandra. In a heartfelt and candid conversation, she spoke about embracing individuality, overcoming rejection, and the importance of self-love in […]

Triptii Dimri calls Dhadak 2 Siddhant Chaturvedi’s “best performance of his career”: “He has poured his heart and soul into the role” 2 : Bollywood News

Ever since the trailer for Dhadak 2 dropped, Siddhant Chaturvedi has been the centre of attention and rightfully so. His portrayal of Neelesh, a small-town boy caught between love, choices, and consequences, has struck a chord with audiences and critics alike. Triptii Dimri calls Dhadak 2 Siddhant Chaturvedi’s “best performance of his career”: “He has […]

Shekhar Kapur recalls eerie silence before Masoom became a hit: “They called it an ‘Article Film’” : Bollywood News

In an industry driven by box-office numbers and opening weekend hysteria, few filmmakers would dare to recount the crushing silence of an empty theatre on their debut. But Shekhar Kapur is no ordinary filmmaker, and Masoom was no ordinary film. Shekhar Kapur recalls eerie silence before Masoom became a hit: “They called it an ‘Article […]