cinema
ESSAY / Chronicling the ’70s through Satyajit Ray
The Calcutta trilogy withstands the test of time and seems relevant to us even today, perhaps because Satyajit Ray was keen to ask questions rather than suggest a solution to the audience
Superhero content that is actually cinema
While it is mostly always the formulaic films which get the attention, there are actually many superhero adaptations which are very profound in their own right and wholeheartedly deserve to be in the discussions of what is considered cinema.
'1971 Shei Shob Din' set for release in the US
The “1971 Shei Shob Din” movie directed by Hridi Huq, was released over a month ago. Consequently, this Liberation War-based film has already achieved much praise from audiences.
Jaya Ahsan in Iranian film 'Fereshta'
After creating a bold position for herself in Bangladeshi and Indian films, Jaya Ahsan has started working in an Iranian film.
The Archies: What do we know about Zoya Akhtar's adaptation of the beloved comics?
Acclaimed Indian director Zoya Akhtar has started shooting for her upcoming Netflix live-action musical film, "The Archies". For the project, the streamer has partnered with Archie Comics. Akhtar is known for her cerebral takes in mainstream Hindi cinema. To give the adaptation an Indian spin, she will be taking us back in time as it will be set in the 1960s.
Actor Sohel Chowdhury murder: Fugitive Ashish Roy Chowdhury arrested
Rapid Action Battalion has arrested Ashish Roy Chowdhury, a fugitive for 24 years accused in a case filed over the murder of film actor Sohel Chowdhury in December 1998.
Saudi Arabia's 1st new cinema in decades to open April 18
Saudi Arabia's first cinema in more than 35 years will open on April 18 in Riyadh, the capital, the authorities say after agreeing with AMC Entertainment Holdings to open up to 40 theatres over the next five years.
Dwayne Bravo feels Deepika attraction
West Indies cricketer Dwayne Bravo is having a ball in Mumbai. After showing his skills as a cricketer, he is now slithering towards Bollywood with a sunny smile on his face.
Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma slams India's online trolls
Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma has hit out at "misogynistic" online trolls after she received abusive social media messages over her reported on-off relationship with Indian Test cricket captain Virat Kohli.
Check out Shakib’s menacing “Shikari” look
This Eid, fans can expect the unexpected from the ‘No.1’ star of Dhallywood films, as promised by the second teaser poster of his upcoming film “Shikari”.
Mourinho to play the Pope?
Jose Mourinho always said he was a "special one" and now, after fulfilling his dream of becoming Manchester United manager, he is turning his hand to films.
Ronaldinho in all new role
Ronaldinho's fancy footwork lands him another job - only this time in front of the cameras and not on the football pitch.
Bollywood's best moments of 2015
As we leave behind the eventful year 2015, let’s look at the best Bollywood moments to capture our imagination with charisma and enjoyment.
British Royal premiere for Bond film 'Spectre'
The new installment of James Bond movie Spectre will have a royal world premiere on October 26 with the British royal family.
No intention to offend anyone: AR Rahman on blasphemy controversy
AR Rahman said that his "decision" to compose the music for the movie "Muhammad: The Messenger of God", "was in good faith” with no intentions to offend any religious group.
Two dead in plane crash on Tom Cruise's film set
A plane crash during the shoot of actor Tom Cruise’s upcoming film Mena in Colombia left two people dead and one person seriously injured.
'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation' mints $18.5 mn in China
“Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation” earns $18.5 million on its first day in China, turning out to be one of the best debuts a US film has ever enjoyed in the country.
Nicole Kidman doesn't miss Hollywood
Actress Nicole Kidman insists she doesn't miss "the Hollywood life" because she's never been interested in fame.
Yet to see enough female-driven films: Katrina Kaif
The disparity in the remuneration of female actors versus the male actors in India, has now attracted a reaction from Katrina Kaif.