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Manoj Kumar passes away: PM Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu pay heartfelt tributes to cinema icon : Bollywood News

The Indian film industry and the nation are in mourning following the demise of legendary actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, who passed away at the age of 87. Known as “Bharat Kumar” for his iconic patriotic films, his death has elicited heartfelt tributes from prominent leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, […]

Manoj Kumar (1937-2025) | The filmmaker who made ‘Bharat’ a brand

Manoj Kumar, whose films played a vital role in shaping the cultural consciousness of the country, passed away in Mumbai early on Friday (April 4, 2025) after a prolonged illness. Making Bharat a household name, he created an idealist hero with a strong moral compass who stood for national integrity, putting self before family and […]

Author Perumal Murugan and artist Appupen reimagine CS Chellappa’s Vaadivaasal as a graphic novel

The cover of Vaadivaasal: The Arena The crowd watches with bated breath. It is a tussle between man and beast. Who will win? Pichi the boy, Kaari the fierce bull, or the zamindar who owns the animal? Clouds of mud fly up in the air as the crowd in Chellayipuram throngs the vaadivaasal (entrance to […]

Why brand Salman is cracking: Dissecting the fall of a Superstar – and the blueprint for redemption : Bollywood News

For more than three decades, Salman Khan was the heartbeat of Bollywood’s single screens and the pulse of Eid releases. His persona transcended cinema – he became a phenomenon. No logic, no critics, no reviews could halt the Salman tsunami when he was at his peak. But the tide seems to be receding. Why brand […]

Alvin Presley steps onto the global stage as an indie musician to watch

Alvin Presley | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Chennai is experiencing a rare week of summer rain. It is sultry, humid, and the smell of mud mixed with the sea breeze carries through the city. Moments like these are numbered. They call for some hot tea, a balcony with uninterrupted views of the overcast skyline, and […]

First Day First Show | ‘Test’ review, Manoj Kumar tribute

(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) Around Tinsel Town >> Legendary actor Manoj Kumar passes away Veteran Hindi film actor Manoj Kumar passed away in Mumbai after battling a prolonged illness. He was 87. […]

MAA Box Office: Kajol starrer roars past Rs. 50 crore at the worldwide box office :Bollywood Box Office

Breaking genre conventions and box office expectations, MAA, India’s first-ever mytho-horror film, has crossed the Rs. 50 crore mark in global collections, solidifying its position as a genre-bending sleeper hit of 2025. Despite stiff competition and an experimental narrative, the film has displayed impressive staying power. Wrapping up Week 3, MAA has recorded a worldwide […]

Burglary at Sangeeta Bijlani’s farmhouse in Pune, valuables stolen: Report : Bollywood News

Veteran Bollywood actress Sangeeta Bijlani recently became the victim of a burglary at her farmhouse located in Maval, Pune. The incident came to light on July 18, 2025, when Bijlani visited the property after a considerable gap. Burglary at Sangeeta Bijlani’s farmhouse in Pune, valuables stolen: Report According to a report by Times Now, the […]

Vijay Deverakonda’s Kingdom to release in Hindi as Saamrajya on July 31 : Bollywood News

Actor Vijay Deverakonda is set to make a powerful return to the big screen with Kingdom, a jaw dropping action drama that will hit cinemas nationwide on July 31. For Hindi-speaking audiences, the film will release under the title Saamrajya, offering a story of betrayal and retribution told on a grand scale. Vijay Deverakonda’s Kingdom […]

Saiyaara Box Office: Mohit Suri directorial Saiyaara collects Rs. 21.25 cr; emerges as 4th Highest Opening Day grosser of 2025 :Bollywood Box Office

In a year packed with big-budget sequels and star-studded spectacles, Mohit Suri’s latest romantic drama Saiyaara has stunned trade analysts and audiences alike by opening to a thunderous Rs. 21.25 crore on Day 1 at the domestic box office. Featuring newcomers Ahan Panday and Aneet Padda in lead roles, Saiyaara has not only announced the […]