Prithviraj Sukumaran, celebrating the success of L2 Empuraan, praised Priyanka Chopra's portrayal in Barfi! as one of Indian cinema's finest performances in 25 years. He emphasized her nuanced portrayal of Jhilmil, an autistic woman, deserved more recognition, despite Ranbir Kapoor’s acclaimed role. He also expressed admiration for SS Rajamouli's filmmaking12.
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Bollywood's Bad Man, Gulshan Grover, recently opened up about his journey in Bollywood and how he landed a crucial role in the 1983 hit film Avtaar, starring Rajesh Khanna and Shabana Azmi. In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, Grover shared a fascinating anecdote about how his financial struggles and a chance encounter with Shabana Azmi led him to one of the most important films of his career. He also revealed that Rajesh Khanna was dating Tina Munin at that time and how he was wary of... Expand
Indian streaming platforms are turning to books for story inspiration, with Vikramaditya Motwane’s Black Warrant being a recent example. Based on Sunil Gupta’s book, the show delves into India’s prison system. Other adaptations like Netflix’s IC 814 and Nikkhil Advani’s Freedom at Midnight highlight this growing trend, using rich literary sources for compelling narratives.
On March 27, 2025, Jaya Bachchan urged the Modi government to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Deewar and Sholay with stamps. She highlighted the cultural significance of these films and addressed the challenges faced by the Indian film industry, particularly the decline of single-screen theaters and the need for government support to preserve its legacy.
Actor Zahan Kapoor recently reflected on cherished moments with his grandfather, the legendary Shashi Kapoor, and delved into his childhood experiences, including a casual encounter with Amitabh Bachchan at home. Zahan highlighted his grandfather's simple lifestyle, noting that he preferred watching TV and cricket, leading a life away from Bollywood’s glamour.
Comedian Gaurav Kapoor humorously addresses the controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia's quick apology on his show. Kapoor jokes about the situation and the resulting chaos, suggesting Ranveer should have consulted a lawyer before apologizing. The controversy escalated with FIRs filed and involvement from various commissions and parliamentary members.
Mumbai Police probe a potential insider in Saif Ali Khan's knife attack after CCTV footage showed no intruder. Saif was stabbed multiple times in a suspected robbery but sustained non-life-threatening wounds. A well-guarded building raises questions about the attacker's access. Parallel investigations and forensics are ongoing. Fans and colleagues have expressed their shock on social media.
Hrithik Roshan shared a nostalgic moment reminiscing his childhood experience with Rajinikanth while promoting the documentary 'The Roshans,' which showcases his family's cinematic legacy. He recalled how Rajinikanth supported him during film shoots when he made mistakes. Hrithik, now working on 'WAR 2,' also discussed his initial hesitation about the documentary.
Rymir Satterthwaite, 30, alleges that rapper Jay-Z is his father, claiming his mother had a relationship with the artist when she was 15 and Jay-Z was 22. Satterthwaite claims Jay-Z has refused paternity testing. This comes as Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs face new allegations of raping a 13-year-old in 2000, a claim both deny.
Sohum Shah's 'Crazxy', which released in cinemas on February 28, saw a slow start but witnessed growth over the weekend due to decent word of mouth. The film's total collection reached Rs ₹3.85 crore by Sunday. However, a sharp drop in numbers is expected on Monday due to competition from Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava', dominating the box office.