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EntertainmentNov 19, 2025 04:44 PM

'Bridgerton' actress Simone Ashley-starrer 'This Tempting Madness' to premiere at IFFI 2025

Directed by Jennifer E Montgomery, the psychological thriller also stars 'Life of Pi' actor Suraj Sharma Bridgerton actress Simone Ashley-starrer This Tempting Madness is set to have its world premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India in Goa on 27 November, according to a press communique shared by the makers. Directed by Jennifer E Montgomery, the psychological thriller also stars Suraj Sharma, who is known for his roles in films like Life of Pi (2012), Phillauri (2016), The H ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 19, 2025 04:30 PM

Simone Ashley, Austin Stowell's 'This Tempting Madness' set to make world premiere at IFFI 2025

Panaji (Goa) [India], November 19 (ANI): 'Bridgerton' fame Simone Ashley, 'NCIS: Origins' star Austin Stowell, and 'Life of Pi' actor Suraj Sharma starrer psychological thriller 'This Tempting Madness' will premiere at the upcoming International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The film will make its world premiere at the festival with a Gala screening on November 27 in Goa. Inspired by an astonishing true story, the American feature, directed by Jennifer E. Montgomery, has generated early buzz ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 19, 2025 03:45 PM

India's Bollywood battles paid reviews and fake sale claims

NEW DELHI - India's $60-billion Bollywood industry is facing a deepening credibility crisis, as insiders warn that manipulated film reviews and inflated box office numbers are distorting public perception, ultimately hurting ticket sales. Streaming platforms have disrupted traditional cinema but industry veterans say Bollywood's woes are also self-inflicted -- including the trend to declare a film a "hit" even before its release. "If you don't engage these influencers and critics, they will wr ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 17, 2025 07:23 PM

List of 20 movies, shows trending on Netflix India (Nov 2025)

Hyderabad: Over the last few years, India has witnessed an explosive shift from traditional cinema to digital-first storytelling, thanks to the rapid rise of OTT platforms. Among these, Netflix stands at the top, redefining how Indian audiences consume entertainment. From high-quality international blockbusters to groundbreaking Indian originals, Netflix has become the go-to destination for binge-worthy stories, cinematic experiences, and bold experimental content. Today, family audiences, trav ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 16, 2025 12:10 AM

Varansi first look reactions: Fans praise SS Rajamouli for 'humongous scale', blending Dharma with '...

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 ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 14, 2025 06:42 PM

Kaantha Movie Review: Dulquer holds court in a period powder keg

Kaantha Movie Synopsis: A legendary director and his star actor clash over creative control during a 1950s film production.Kaantha Movie Review: Cinema about cinema tends to collapse under its own self-awareness, but Kaantha sidesteps that trap by treating its 1950s film set less like a nostalgic museum piece and more like a cage match dressed in period clothes. Director Selvamani Selvaraj constructs what amounts to a Shakespearean tragedy, where ego, ambition, and betrayal play out against the ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 14, 2025 06:09 PM

Entertainment News | Veteran Actoress Kamini Kaushal Dies at 98, Kareena Kapoor Shares Heartfelt Tri...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 14 (ANI): Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, best known for her roles in Bimal Roy's Biraj Bahu (1954) and Arzoo (1950) with Dilip Kumar, passed away at the age of 98 in Mumbai. A neighbour close to the Kaushal family confirmed the passing of the iconic actress. Also Read | 'Delhi Crime S3' X Review: Shefali Shah and Huma Qureshi Shine With Their Strong Performances and Socially Important Story, Netizens Call the Neflix Series 'Dark, Raw and Relevant'. Afte ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 14, 2025 06:07 PM

Legendary Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies At 98; Kareena Kapoor Shares Heartfelt Tribute

Mumbai: Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, best known for her roles in Bimal Roy's Biraj Bahu (1954) and Arzoo (1950) with Dilip Kumar, passed away at the age of 98 in Mumbai. A neighbour close to the Kaushal family confirmed the passing of the iconic actress. After learning about the passing of Kamini Kaushal, her 'Laal Singh Chaddha' co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan paid tribute on Instagram. She posted a black-and-white photo of a young Kamini Kaushal along with heart and folded-hands emojis. Kami ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 10, 2025 04:14 PM

Gouri Kishan gets support from Chennai Press Club and Nadigar Sangam after sexist question incident

The controversy surrounding actress Gouri Kishan has sparked a wave of solidarity across Tamil Nadu's media and film fraternity. Following the viral incident in which a journalist asked the actress an inappropriate question about her body weight during the press meet of her upcoming film Others, both the Chennai Press Club and the South Indian Artistes' Association (Nadigar Sangam) have issued official statements condemning the behaviour and extending support to the actress. In an official sta ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 07, 2025 10:46 PM

Rajinikanth to be felicitated at IFFI 2025 for 50 years in cinema

Rajinikanth will be honoured at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 in Goa, celebrating his 50-year film career. The festival, running from November 20-28, will showcase over 240 films from 81 countries, feature masterclasses by top filmmakers, and pay tribute to legendary cinema icons. The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is all set to return with a star-studded event in Goa. The event will kick off on November 20 and will continue till November 28, 2025. ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 07, 2025 09:47 PM

Gabbar bridged gap between commercial and art cinema | Kolkata News - The Times of India

Kolkata: Most fans of 'Sholay' are aware that Satyajit Ray had cast Amjad Khan in his 'Shatranj Ke Khiladi' after being overwhelmed by his performance in Ramesh Sippy's 'Sholay'. Ray had famously spoken about how had wanted to cast Amjad Khan in a role that went against his grain to see how it works. On Friday, when Sippy delivered the Satyajit Ray Memorial Lecture, the audience also got to know from Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) chairperson Goutam Ghose that Ray had said "it ('Shol ...Read More >

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OtherNov 03, 2025 03:22 PM

Zupee acquires Australian AI startup Nucanon to expand into interactive storytelling

According to a company statement, the acquisition will help Zupee accelerate its vision of building the world's most advanced platform for interactive story entertainment. It will create an ecosystem where creators can craft branching narratives, dynamic characters and AI-powered worlds that engage audiences at scale. Zupee, India's leading social gaming and entertainment platform, on Monday announced the acquisition of Nucanon, a Sydney-based innovator in AI-driven interactive storytelling. T ...Read More >

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BusinessNov 03, 2025 03:16 PM

Zupee to expand into AI-driven interactive storytelling; acquires Australian firm Nucanon

New Delhi, Nov 3 (PTI) Online gaming platform Zupee on Monday said it has acquired Sydney-based AI startup Nucanon to expand its capabilities into AI-powered interactive storytelling. Post the acquisitions, Nucanon's founding team will head product innovation from Zupee's India headquarters in Gurugram, according to a company statement. Zupee, which has over 200 million registered users, plans to expand its product, technology, and design teams to support the new venture. "For decades, we've ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 03, 2025 02:48 PM

Business News | LTIMindtree Joins Hands with International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to Drive AI...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 3: LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has partnered with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The initiative will be held from November 20 to 28, 2025, during the 56th edition of IFFI in Goa. Also ...Read More >

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EntertainmentNov 03, 2025 02:27 PM

LTIMindtree Joins Hands with International Film Festival of India (IFFI) to Drive AI-Powered Storyte...

BusinessWire India Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 3: LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, has partnered with the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, to launch India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Film Festival and Hackathon. The initiative will be held from November 20 to 28, 2025, during the 56th edition o ...Read More >

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OtherOct 31, 2025 03:29 PM

Assam to donate GST from Zubeen Garg's last film 'Roi Roi Binale' to artiste foundation

Guwahati: Assam government will exclusively handover the state's share of the GST realised from the movie 'Roi Roi Binale' to the 'Kala Guru Artiste Foundation' to aid foundation. Earlier this month, popular Assamese filmmaker Rajesh Bhuyan updated that the upcoming film Roi Roi Binale , a personal project of the late music legend Zubeen Garg, will be released nationwide on October 31. Assam cabinet meeting in its meeting on Wednesday decided that Assam government will exclusively handover the ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 31, 2025 03:02 PM

Ikk Kudi review: Shehnaaz Gill lights up a film that fails to keep its glow

Having a good story and making a good film are two very different things - and the Punjabi film 'Ikk Kudi' is a reminder of exactly that. You can sense potential in the premise from the start, but the film's treatment never quite lets you stay invested. The Shehnaaz Gill starrer, also her production debut, is well-intentioned, but not quite well-made. Gill, as Tejo and Simar, is the undeniable heart of the film. The story moves between past and present, exploring a woman's right to choose whom ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 31, 2025 03:02 PM

7 SRK films to re-release in Hyderabad: Theatres list, dates

Hyderabad: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is turning 60 on November 2, 2025, and fans across the country are celebrating in a big way. To mark this special occasion, PVR and INOX cinemas have started a special SRK Film Festival where his most loved movies will be shown again on the big screen. For more than 30 years, Shah Rukh Khan known as the King of Bollywood has ruled the hearts of millions. From playing romantic heroes to powerful action roles, he has done it all. He began his career ...Read More >

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Deepika Padukone extends support to Jemimah Rodrigues after she opens up about battle with anxiety

Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Paduko ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 31, 2025 02:56 PM

Arti Singh reveals Shehnaaz Gill's 'Ikk Kudi' made her cry: 'Every frame was so beautiful'

Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Arti Singh cannot stop gushing about 'Bigg Boss 13' co-contestant Shehnaaz Gill's latest outing "Ikk Kudi". Arti revealed that she even ended up shedding a few tears during the second half of the movie. Expressing her admiration for the film, Arti dropped a few photos of herself hugging and kissing Shehnaaz. Her post further had some pics of her posing outside the cinema hall. Applauding "Ikk Kudu", she penned on social media, "Watched Ikk kudi ... itni achi fi ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 31, 2025 02:25 PM

'Dining with the Kapoors' to premiere on this date

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 31 (ANI): The release date for the upcoming documentary titled 'Dining with the Kapoors' was unveiled on Friday. The special is set to bring together the members of the Kapoor family, often called Bollywood's first film family, for a rare on-camera gathering that will include conversations about family, food, and cinema. The documentary marks 100 years of the legendary Raj Kapoor and nearly a century of the Kapoor family's contribution to Indian cinema. Th ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 30, 2025 06:50 PM

Not trying to create Hindu-Muslim controversy, just stating facts: Paresh Rawal on 'Taj Story'

Mumbai, Oct 30 (PTI) There are no lies in "The Taj Story", nor is it an attempt to create a Hindu-Muslim divide, says veteran actor Paresh Rawal, who claims the film presents verified facts about the world-famous monument and will, in fact, boost tourism. Rawal won't go into the details about the facts that the movie seeks to present but he stressed that whatever is shown is backed by research, not fabricated drama. "In our cinema, there is a lot of 'hanky panky' and lies here and there. There ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 29, 2025 12:33 AM

From sports to stage to screen: The unforgettable journey of Satish Shah

Veteran actor Satish Shah has passed away in Mumbai at 74. Known for his comic timing, Shah starred in over 200 films and shows. His career began in cricket before shifting to acting. He gained fame in 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro' and 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'. Shah's journey from sports to the stage and screen is remembered. Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away in Mumbai on Saturday at the age of 74. Known for his comic timing and versatility, Shah appeared in over 200 films and television shows during ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 28, 2025 03:34 PM

'Aamir Khan's family looked after Jwala Gutta during IVF,' reveals Vishnu Vishal

Vishnu Vishal has opened up about the extraordinary bond he shares with Aamir Khan. Vishnu Vishal has opened up about the extraordinary bond he shares with Aamir Khan. He revealed how the Laal Singh Chaddha actor and his family played a special role during a crucial phase in his and wife Jwala Gutta's life. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Vishnu shared that Aamir and his family not only helped the couple through their IVF journey but also cared for Jwala "like their own" for ten months. ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 28, 2025 02:34 PM

Parvathy Thiruvothu To Collaborate With Malayalam Filmmaker Don Palathara For Her Next

Parvathy Thiruvothu is known for her powerful performances in films like Bangalore Days, Ennu Ninte Moideen and Take Off, which earned her the prestigious National Award in 2017. The critically acclaimed actor is all set to team up for the first time with director Don Palathara in her next. Palathara had made films like 1956, Central Travancore, Joyful Mystery and Family. Filmmaker and actor Dileesh Pothan, too, will be seen alongside Parvathy in the film. The collaboration between Parvathy, Do ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 28, 2025 02:34 PM

Sonam Bajwa on Bollywood Typecasting and Punjabi Film Bias

"They even refused to take auditions because they were so sure in their minds that I couldn't do such roles - Sonam Bajwa" Sonam Bajwa is currently garnering a limelight for her impactful performance in the recently released film 'Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat', which also stars Harshvardhan Rane in the lead role. The 'Ardab Mutiyaran' star played the role of an actress who revolts against the toxic love from Harshvardhan Rane in the film. In an interview with ANI, Sonam revealed that, despite her ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 28, 2025 02:20 PM

Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat Actress Sonam Bajwa On Her Struggle Against Typecasting In Bollywood: They ...

New Delhi: Actress Sonam Bajwa opened up on facing typecasting in Bollywood, claiming that the Hindi film fraternity was unaware of her work in the Punjab film industry and saw her as nothing more than a glamorous face for cinema. Sonam Bajwa is currently garnering a limelight for her impactful performance in the recently released film 'Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat', which also stars Harshvardhan Rane in the lead role. The 'Ardab Mutiyaran' star played the role of an actress who revolts against the ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 28, 2025 10:30 AM

Shehnaaz Gill on 'Ikk Kudi': We have made this film especially for Punjab

Mumbai, Oct 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Shehnaaz Gill sought blessings at the Golden Temple ahead of the release "Ikk Kudi" and said that the film is made especially for Punjab. Talking about her visit Shehnaaz told IANS: "I have come here to take God's blessings. Our film is about to be released, and I pray to God that our film will be a success." Shot in Chandigarh, Ikk Kudi was first scheduled to hit the screens on September 19 and was later pushed for an October 31 release. Shedding light ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 06:34 PM

'Roi Roi Binale' sparks ticket frenzy ahead of Oct 31 release | Guwahati News - The Times of India

Guwahati: Zubeen Garg's final masterpiece, "Roi Roi Binale," is set to light up the big screens on Oct 31. Fans are ready to flock to theatres, with online tickets flying off the shelves. In Guwahati, premium tickets in major multiplexes are already sold out for at least the first three days, and smaller towns are feeling the ticket crunch too. In Zubeen's ancestral hometown, Jorhat, people were seen queuing for offline tickets.Directed by Zubeen's close friend, Rajesh Bhuyan, and produced by Zu ...Read More >

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EntertainmentOct 27, 2025 12:32 PM

'Fancy Meeting You': Hrithik Roshan Bumps Into Jackie Chan While Holidaying With GF Saba Azad

Hyderabad: Bollywood sensation Hrithik Roshan had a fanboy moment in Beverly Hills, USA, as he met global action legend Jackie Chan. Hrithik posted two sweet pictures of their meeting on Instagram on Monday morning, referring to it as a moment of admiration and inspiration. In the photos, both of the stars are seen smiling for the camera in front of a hotel wearing casual clothes, exuding their respect for one another as well as warmth. Hrithik humorously captioned the post "Fancy meeting you h ...Read More >

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