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Mumbai, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan once again shared a deeply introspective note, reflecting on purpose, individuality, and the quiet strength of self-belief. Big B took to his blog, where he spoke about "a delayed presence" and "uncertain timing," while acknowledging the unwavering support of well-wishers that helps preserve what truly matters. "... a delayed presence .. an uncertain timing , and the glory of the well wishers, keeps what needs to be kept (sic)...." he wrote. Addressing the often-asked question about his relentless drive, Bachchan wrote that when asked "why do you do it," his simple response remains "why not," adding that there is little room for argument beyond that. "They ask 'why do you do it ' and I say 'why not' .. there is no further argument after this (sic)," Big B mentioned. The cine icon further reflected that the reasons behind one's actions are known only to the inner self, and while explanations may exist, they often become part of endless debate rather than truth. "Why one does what he does is known by his inner .. any demonstration or a justifiable response, could well be in the correctness of the debate .. BUT .. in the end it is 'you' and none other .. for, at this age you want all that is needed be near you .. your pen your computer your phone your daily routines .. and YOU .. !!" The thespian on Tuesday reflected on the overwhelming surge of information in today's world, noting that the line between truth and falsehood is increasingly blurred, often getting lost in the noise of external influences, leaving individuals in a constant search for clarity. On the acting front, he is currently shooting for the sequel to "Kalki 2898 AD". Talking about Kalki 2898 AD, the 2024 epic mythological science fiction film by Nag Ashwin, he said: "Kalki 2 begun the work .. and shall ever cherish the love and affection of anticipated presence on the Sunday .. but hopefully shall be with all this coming Sunday .. My love." Kalki 2898 AD stars Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani. Inspired by Hindu scriptures, the film serves as the first instalment in the planned Kalki Cinematic Universe. Set in a dystopian future in the year 2898 AD in the city of Kashi, the story follows a group on a mission to protect lab subject SUM-80's unborn child, believed to be Kalki, the final incarnation of Vishnu.
NEW DELHI: Dilip Kumar, the 'Tragedy King' of Indian cinema, continues to be remembered for his unmatched contributions to Bollywood. Born on December 11, 1922, as Muhammad Yusuf Khan in Peshawar, Pakistan, he ruled the silver screen with his impeccable acting skills, emotional depth, and charisma. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the most iconic roles that made Dilip Kumar a cinematic legend, a man who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. 1. 'Andaz' (1949) In 'Andaz', Dilip Kumar shared the screen with Nargis and Raj Kapoo ...Read More >
New Delhi: One of the most talked about upcoming mythological epics - Mahavatar Narsimha is turning out to be a one-of-a-kind cinematic spectacle, promising grandeur, stunning visuals, and compelling storytelling. Recently, the makers took things a notch higher with the extraordinary announcement of The Mahavatar Cinematic Universe. The makers have now released a new Prahlad Maharaj promo from Mahavatar Narsimha, offering a glimpse into the enthralling narrative the film is set to unfold. Sharing the promo on their social media, the makers wrote - "Born a prince, remembered as a saint. Prahl ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 1 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin paid floral tributes to the late legendary actor Sivaji Ganesan on the artist's 98th birth anniversary today. Sivaji Ganesan is considered one of the finest Indian actors of all time. He had worked in over 250 films in a career spanning over four decades. Also Read | Ranveer Singh Requires 3 Vanity Vans; John Abraham Has an All-Black Vanity Van; Bollywood's Shocking Entourage Demands Exposed Amid Deepika Padukone's 'Kalki 2898 AD' Controversy. 'Veerapandiya Kattabomman', 'Parasakthi', 'Karnan', and 'Thevar Ma ...Read More >
While Diwali celebrations are lighting up the skies and houses are buzzing with chatter and laughter as families gather to celebrate the festival of lights, new shows and movies are making their way onto streaming giants for the fans to enjoy. From movies to shows, national as well as international, will be premiering on the over-the-top (OTT) platforms during the weekend. So grab your drinks, popcorn, and other favourite snacks to take a look at the long list of releases this weekend. They Call ...Read More >
New Delhi: The first glimpse of Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash is out and has taken the internet by storm. This grand epic unfolds as a two-part live-action cinematic universe, crafted on a scale matching the biggest global tentpoles. Bringing together iconic talent from both Hollywood and India, Ramayana promises to be a cinematic spectacle like never before. Hailed as the biggest film ever made, it has already begun receiving overwhelming love and admiration from audiences across the world. The teaser introduces Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Yash a ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 21 (ANI): Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan has extended his warm wishes on the occasion of Diwali. He also offered a glimpse from a homely puja ceremony in his social media post. Taking to Instagram, SRK shared a picture from his family's Diwali festivities, which seemingly also featured his wife, Gauri Khan. "Happy Diwali to everyone! May Goddess Lakshmi ji bless you with prosperity and happiness. Wishing love, light and peace to all," the actor wrote in the caption. https://www.instagram.com/p/DQCshEjk6Yt/ Shah Rukh Khan, who is known for hosting one of ...Read More >
India's studios are transforming filmmaking by using AI to slash production time, cut costs and dub movies into numerous languages. While union rules constrain Hollywood's use of the technology, Indian cinema is racing ahead, pitting efficiency against questions of creative authenticity and audience acceptance. BENGALURU - Welcome to the new-look movie set, where the quiet hum of a coding floor has replaced the cacophony of cameras, clapperboards and shouted directions. The Collective Artists N ...Read More >
Chennai, June 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Vishnu Manchu on Monday penned a note of gratitude to actor Suriya after the latter sent a bouquet and a congratulatory note for the success of 'Kannappa', saying he was proud of Vishnu Manchu for creating something that had touched so many hearts. Taking to his X timeline, Vishnu Manchu posted a picture of the flower bouquet and the message Suriya had sent him and thanked him for both the flowers and the message. Suriya, in his message to Vishnu, had said, "Big congratulations dear brother Vishnu on this amazing milestone! Your passion, hardwork, and ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The first glimpse of Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash, has just dropped. And it's already making waves in the industry. The teaser introduces yet another cinematic vision of India's most cherished epic. But amid the grandeur, one small phrase stood out to us: "Filmed for IMAX." For casual moviegoers, this might sound like just another buzzword. But in reality, it hints at a promise of a cinematic experience that's larger, sharper, louder and more immersive than ever before. So what does "Filmed for IMAX" actually mean, and why is ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Homegrown Premier Energies on Monday announced securing multiple solar contract worth USD 19.95 million (around Rs 177 crore) Republic of Benin, West Africa. These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy, Premier Energies said in a statement. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin. The scope of the contracts cover ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 3 (ANI): Netflix, in collaboration with GNCT of Delhi, hosted a special screening of Kurukshetra, the platform first animated mythology, at the Delhi Secretariat Auditorium on Friday. The event was attended by Kapil Mishra, Minister for Art, Culture & Language, Government of NCT of Delhi and Niharika Rai, IAS, Managing Director & CEO, Delhi Tourism. It was followed by a chat with writer-director of the series Ujaan Ganguly and Ashish Thapar, CEO of Hitech Animation, who shared their perspectives on bringing Kurukshetra to life and the creative possibilities of reim ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The new Indian blockbuster Kantara Chapter 1 has crossed the $80 million-mark at the global box office in two weeks since it first hit theatres on October 2. According to Comscore data, the Kannada mythological drama closed its second weekend at $69.3 million and ranked as the eighth top-grossing film worldwide for the weekend ending October 12. The Indian film completed fifteen days at the global ticket windows on October 15, ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Ramesh Sippy's love for cinema began at the age of seven, when he first visited a film set and watched his father, producer-director G. P. Sippy, at work. Seventy-two years later, the director of iconic films such as Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta and Shaan is ready to continue the family legacy with a new project, revisiting the epic Partition saga first chronicled in the 1986 Doordarshan hit Buniyaad. "I was lost in that world from the moment I went on the set of my father's first film, Saza," Sippy told PTI. "That young boy wanted only one thing: to make films." His passion led him to ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): National award-winning actor, Rishab Shetty, is all set to star in one of the most ambitious historical dramas in recent years, titled 'The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.' The film, a grand retelling of the life of one of India's greatest warrior kings, will showcase the legendary rise of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a revered figure who reshaped Indian history and fought to protect his kingdom from Mughal invaders. The movie promises to be a visual spectacle, featuring groundbreaking action sequences, stunning VFX, and a powerfu ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 10 (ANI): As the 2015 blockbuster film, 'Baahubali' rings in a decade since its release. To make this occasion more special, director SS Rajamouli reunited with the cast and crew of his film. On Thursday, the official Instagram account of the film shared some pictures from the 'epic reunion', which was attended by Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, SS Rajamouli and MM Keeravani. Also Read | 'Superman' Censored in India: CBFC Trims Kissing Scenes Between David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan in James Gunn's DC Superhero Movie. They penned a long, heartwarming note tha ...Read More >
Hyderabad: IMDb has released a special report titled 25 Years of Indian Cinema (2000-2025). The analysis covered 130 movies, choosing the top five from each year. Shah Rukh Khan leads the list with 20 titles, followed by Aamir Khan and Hrithik Roshan with 11 each. Deepika Padukone secured the fourth spot with 10 films, placing her ahead of Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, Ajay Devgn, Prabhas, and Alia Bhatt. Reacting to the honour, Deepika shared that she has always chosen a difficult path to challenge the status quo. According to latest IMDb repo ...Read More >
Trust SS Rajamouli, and he'll set a new benchmark. Rajamouli and his writer-father, K Vijendra Prasad, are a lethal duo, and they proved it again with Varanasi. The first look of the Mahesh Babu-starrer was unveiled on Saturday in Hyderabad, and it has left the fans and moviegoers stunned. Varanasi ain't just a globetrotter, but also a timetrotter. The mind-bending vision of Rajamouli shown in the Varansi to the World gives glimpses from Treta Yuga to a seemingly dystopian world. The first look of Varanasi went viral in no time, and netizens are calling it a true 'global blockbuster'. From th ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ahead of Kalki 2898 AD's grand Japan release on January 3, 2025, director Nag Ashwin shared heartfelt gratitude for the immense love from Japanese fans. With overwhelming responses pouring in, excitement for the film's international debut is soaring. Nag Ashwin took to Instagram story section and shared a deeply moving post, featuring a picture of letters from Japanese fans, some of whom went the extra mile to write in Telugu script. Along with the image, he shared an emotional caption, that reads, "V rarely get overwhelmed... but Japanese love is like that. Diff level. They learn ...Read More >
New Delhi: The pan-India mythological drama 'Kannappa', starring Vishnu Manchu and featuring cameos by Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Kajal Aggarwal, hit cinemas on June 27, 2025. Despite its star-studded cast and grand production, the film has seen a slow start at the box office. According to early estimates from Sacnilk, 'Kannappa' earned ₹9 crore net in India on its first day of release. Although this marks Vishnu Manchu's biggest opener, it falls short of expectations considering the film's massive budget of ₹200 crore and the presence of big-name stars. The film saw varying occupa ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 12 (PTI) Telugu superstar Allu Arjun on Thursday said the humongous success of his latest release "Pushpa 2: The Rule" is a reflection of people's love and he hopes the box office record of the film, which has become the fastest movie to earn Rs 1,000 crore, is broken soon by another movie. A sequel to Arjun's 2021 Telugu blockbuster "Pushpa: The Rise", the film released on December 5 with dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam, and has emerged as one of the biggest hits of 2024. Also Read | RSIFF 2024: Nick Jonas Reveals Being Fascinated by Priyanka ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): Monday kick-started on an exciting note for the fans of actor Prabhas as his first look as 'Rudra' was unveiled in the morning. The poster features him in the guise of a hermit, his matted hair flowing wildly, his forehead smeared with sacred chandan, gripping a crescent moon staff that hints at divine power and celestial energy. Sharing his look from the film, Prabhas on social media wrote, " (Om symbol) The Divine Guardian 'Rudra' (Om symbol) Unveiling my look as 'Rudra'. The embodiment of strength and wisdom as the unwavering protector in #K ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 29 (ANI): Tamil veteran actor Rajesh passed away at the age of 75 years on Thursday morning. As per his relatives, the actor passed away on the way to Madras Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (MIOT) hospital after he suddenly experienced difficulty in breathing. Also Read | 'Sister Midnight' Censored in India: CBFC Blurs Nudity From Radhika Apte's Dark Comedy - View Full List of Cuts. Rajesh has worked in over 100 films in his entire acting career. He started his acting journey with a superhit film, 'Aval Oru Thodar Kathai', which also starred Kama ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 7 (UNI) Bollywood luminary Deepika Padukone is set to share screen space with South Indian superstar Allu Arjun in an upcoming high-octane pan-India film backed by acclaimed filmmaker Atlee and Kalanithi Maran's company Sun Pictures. The announcement teaser offers a tantalising glimpse into the epic scale of the film, portraying Padukone in a compelling exchange with Atlee before donning resplendent warrior regalia and stepping onto an elaborate set, exuding poise, power and readiness for battle. Tentatively titled Project AA22x A6, the film unites four formidable forces in Indi ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has officially signed on for director Atlee's upcoming film AA22xA6, starring Telugu superstar Allu Arjun in the lead role. The announcement was made on Saturday, June 7, 2025, when the makers of the film released a video on their X (formerly Twitter) handle. This magnum opus is the first collaboration between Deepika Padukone and Allu Arjun, two of Indian cinema's biggest stars. The film also sees Deepika reuniting with director Atlee after their collaboration on the 2023 hit film Jawan, starring Shah Rukh Khan. Sharing the announcement video, the ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 3 (ANI): The first glimpse of 'Ramayana', directed by Nitesh Tiwari, has been officially unveiled, showcasing Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram, Yash as the formidable Ravana, and introducing Sunny Deol in the portrayal of Lord Hanuman. The introductory footage, now released on the official social media handles of the makers, has generated a storm of excitement for the epic's Diwali 2026 release. Also Read | 'I Have NOT Deleted My Post About Diljit Dosanjh': Naseeruddin Shah Remains Defiant Amid 'Sardaar Ji 3' Row, Says He Doesn't 'Care a Fiddler's Fart About Backl ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has emerged as the most searched Indian film personality of the past decade, surpassing iconic stars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, and Rajinikanth. The analysis, based on IMDb's weekly rankings from January 2014 to April 2024 and real page views from its 250 million monthly visitors, placed Deepika at the top, followed by Shah Rukh Khan. The top five also include Aishwarya Rai, Alia Bhatt, and the late Irrfan Khan. Other notable stars in the top ten are Aamir Khan (6th), Salman Khan (8th), Hrithik Roshan (9th), and Akshay Kumar (10th) ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has officially confirmed that he will be playing a double role in the upcoming epic film Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The actor will portray both Lord Ram and Lord Parshuram, two avatars of Lord Vishnu. The confirmation comes after the release of the film's teaser on April 2, which created huge excitement among fans. The teaser showed Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram in multiple powerful looks, including warrior and king avatars. One of the most talked-about moments featured Ram catching a golden axe, hinting at the presence of Lord Parshuram. This scen ...Read More >
New Delhi: S.S. Rajamouli's Baahubali became a fan favourite and etched its name in cinematic history upon release. Even today, it is considered a film that redefined Indian cinema on the global stage. With Rajamouli's visionary storytelling, jaw-dropping scale, and stellar performances from the lead cast- including Prabhas and Rana Daggubati Baahubali shattered every cinematic boundary. Both parts of the saga broke box office records, set new benchmarks, and changed the course of Indian cinema forever. When the first part ended, it left audiences across the world stunned with one question: ...Read More >
On his 43rd birthday, Ranbir Kapoor gave fans something extra. The actor went live on Instagram through his brand ARKS's account and ended up chatting about films, music, and of course, his personal favorites. What caught everyone's attention was Ranbir Kapoor praising Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, a Malayalam hit that's been buzzing for weeks now. "I recently saw the film. It was just excellent. I like the music of Lokah," Ranbir Kapoor said, adding that songs like Sahiba and Barbaad from Saiyaara ...Read More >
S. S. Rajamouli's magnum opus starring Mahesh Babu has been officially titled 'Varanasi,' with the actor playing Rudhra. The film's title teaser hints at a grand, multi-era, spiritual adventure, and will introduce Premium Large Scale Format Filmed for IMAX technology to Indian cinema. The makers of ace filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli's highly anticipated magnum opus, starring Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, officially unveiled the film's title 'Varanasi' on Saturday. They also confirmed that Mahesh Babu ...Read More >