Saif Ali Khan revealed he plans to portray his father, former cricketer Tiger Pataudi, but feels too old to play him in the present day. He said the story is sacrosanct and must be handled with care, likening it to a film about Bruce Lee. The actor also admitted he may only take on a later‑life role and is hesitant to direct the project himself.
Taapsee Pannu revealed that her 2023 role opposite Shah Rukh Khan in *Dunki* did not open doors to further mainstream projects, citing the film industry’s focus on marketability over talent. She noted that female leads are often interchangeable and that connections and visibility outweigh acting skill. Pannu credited director Rajkumar Hirani for her *Dunki* casting but said such opportunities are…
The duo of Raftaar and KR$NA have started the show Legacy, aiming to discover new Indian hip‑hop artists and steer them toward genuine skill. They stress that a career built on viral moments cannot last without a unique voice and identity. The judges hope the program will grow slowly, nurturing artists from scratch rather than producing instant TV personalities.
Nikkhil Advani says the armed struggle of India’s early freedom fighters can’t be called violent, arguing they were simply defending themselves against a long‑standing oppressor. He highlights lesser‑known figures like Rash Behari Bose and Bagha Jatin, whose actions predate Gandhi’s non‑violence. The Prime Video series, based on Sanjeev Sanyal’s book, aims to bring these bold stories to a wider au…
Anupriya Nagar, a 21‑year‑old economics graduate, poured her savings from part‑time jobs in the UK into the biopic Hanuman Ansh, a film about saint Neem Karoli Baba. The movie opened on 300 screens, later expanding to 1,500, and crossed the ₹100 crore mark, proving a market for spiritual content. Nagar confirmed a sequel will follow, insisting the next film will keep the low‑budget, raw feel that…
Prime Video’s new series ‘The Revolutionaries’ brings lesser‑known Indian revolutionaries to the screen, igniting Gen Z’s interest in pre‑Bhagat Singh history. Star Gurfateh Pirzada, who played Bagha Jatin, admits he learned about the hero during production. Actors Rohit Saraf, Bhuvan Bam, and Pratibha Ranta discuss how portraying these figures reshapes their understanding of India’s fight for fre…
Akriti Kakar says even well‑known singers struggle to secure playback roles and that songs often get lost in the crowd. She stresses that artists must fund and promote their own music to stay afloat. Kakar credits social media with boosting her recent Ganpati track to over 45,000 reels.
Indian filmmaker Shaunak Sen is turning his lens inward after a shock kidney cancer diagnosis, channeling the terror into a new documentary. The film will follow his doctor’s perspective, blending his environmental activism with a meditative exploration of the present moment. Sen’s work, rooted in Delhi, extends his acclaimed bird‑care themes into a personal battle with illness.
Priyadarshan said that the duo’s new film Haiwaan could not have been made with younger stars because they are insecure and constantly compare themselves. He praised the trust between him and Akshay Kumar, noting the actor’s willingness to take on a psycho role. The director also highlighted his shift from comedy to more serious, family‑friendly storytelling.
Robert Pattinson, who began as a producer, stepped into the role of Chris Hansen for the film 'Primetime', delivering a performance that earned a 9‑minute standing ovation at its Venice premiere. The movie, directed by Lance Oppenheim, follows the real‑life NBC Dateline case that inspired a 2006 sting operation. Pattinson’s portrayal and the film’s controversial subject have drawn both praise and…
Ketan Kavva, a 15‑year‑old‑veteran voice actor, lent his voice to Jaafar Jackson in the Hindi version of the Michael Jackson biopic, which became the first biopic to cross $1 billion worldwide. He describes the challenge of matching the pop icon’s tone and emotion while working with limited scenes and tight deadlines. Kavva’s career began with family exposure to dubbing and has grown to include hi…
Krystle D'Souza chose not to write Rida Tharana’s name on the final vote card, evicting Shalini Passi instead and securing a joint win. She explained that keeping her promise to Rida and sharing the victory felt right. Both contestants will split the ₹66 lakh prize and celebrate their unexpected partnership.
