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When Rishi Kapoor Sent Iodex To Amitabh Bachchan When He Got Severely Hurt While Filming Coolie ( Photo Credit – Facebook; Instagram )

Rishi Kapoor and Amitabh Bachchan have collaborated in several movies and share great camaraderie on screen. Kapoor was also in Coolie where Big B suffered a near-fatal accident during a fight scene with Puneet Issar. The Bobby star once opened up about the fateful day and revealed he had sent the pain relief balm, Iodex, to him. Keep scrolling for more.

Coolie was released in 1983 and directed by Manmohan Desai and written by Kader Khan. In addition to Amitabh and Rishi, the film also features Waheeda Rehman, Kader Khan, Shoma Anand, Suresh Oberoi, Rati Agnihotri, and Puneet Issar. It was among the highest-grossing movies of the year. The injury was caused by a miscalculated jump during the fight scene between Bachchan and Issar.

During the promotion of 2018’s 102 Not Out,...

When Rajesh Khanna Opened Up About Stopping Dimple Kapadia from Acting After Marriage: “To Curb Talent Is Cruel”

Dimple Kapadia is known for her powerful performances and versatility. The actress debuted with Bobby in 1973, which was a huge success, but after just that one film, she took a break from acting due to her marriage to superstar Rajesh Khanna. He did not want her to act in movies; however, later on, he revealed that he was unaware of her acting prowess. He did not want his kids to be raised by maids and servants instead of their mother. Keep scrolling for more.

She married Khanna in 1973, and they were together for almost a decade. Dimple and Rajesh got separated in 1982, and two years after their separation, she made her comeback with Saagar again opposite Rishi Kapoor. She won several accolades for her performance, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actress.

When Amitabh Bachchan And Amjad Khan’s Friendship Went Downhill (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan was known to share a warm camaraderie with some of his co-actors. This also included his Sholay co-star Amjad Khan who had immortalized the role of Gabbar Singh in the film. The duo also went on to star in many other films which solidified their bond. In fact, Amitabh had also signed the hospital papers for Amjad’s tracheostomy surgery in 1979 after he and his wife had met with an accident. However, it was in the 90s that their friendship hit a rough patch.

Amitabh Bachchan And Amjad Khan’s Friendship Went Downhill During The Shooting Of Ajooba

It all began during the shooting of the 1990 superhero film Ajooba which starred Amitabh Bachchan in the lead role. According to Masala.com, Amjad Khan was roped in for a pivotal role in the film which...

When Hema Malini Supported Esha Deol Slapping Amrita Rao(Photo Credit –Instagram/Facebook)

Stories of nasty catfights between Bollywood actresses are not unheard of. One such incident occurred on the set of the 2006 film Pyare Mohan, wherein the lead actress Esha Deol slapped her co-star Amrita Rao on the set of the film. However, did you know that not only was Esha unapologetic about the same but her mother, the legendary actress-politician Hema Malini also supported her daughter for the same.

In a throwback interaction with host Rajat Sharma in his show Aap Ki Adalat, he had quipped Esha Deol on her admitting to slap her Pyare Mohan co-star Amrita Rao. On this, the Dhoom actress unapologetically said, “Kisi ne agar kuch galat kiya aur hum baaton se unhe samjha nahi paate hain, toh.” However, her mother Hema Malini who also graced the show along with her daughter, jumped to her defense.

Subhash K Jha takes a look at the comic virtuoso Jagedeep’s incredible career in this special spotlight.

Many would like to remember Jagdeep not only as Soorma Bhopali in Sholay (1975) but also as Badriprasad Chaurasia in Priyadarshan’s Muskurahat(1992).

Recalling the experience of directing Jagdeep in Muskurahat, Priyan says, “What I still remember vividly about him is that he would actually listen to my directorial instructions and then give the shot. A lot of actors pretend to listen. Not him. He was on it fully. I wish I had worked more with him. He fitted right into my situational comedies. I guess I was just stuck in my comfort zone.”

A lot of movie buffs believe Jagdeep’s performance in Muskurahat to be on a par with his celebrated Soorma Bhopali in Sholay. Sadly, Muskurahat didn’t work. It was Priyadarshan’s first Hindi film.

Writer-director Rumi Jaffery met...

When Dharmendra Was Left Angry After Sanjeev Kumar Proposed Hema Malini(Photo Credit –YouTube/Facebook)

The 1975 film Sholay is considered to be one of the most timeless movies of Indian cinema. However, the set of the movie did have its own share of drama. It was not a hidden fact lead actors Dharmendra and Hema Malini were in a relationship during the shooting of the same. But, not many know that actor Sanjeev Kumar who played Thakur in the same, was also smitten by Malini’s beauty and had proposed to her marriage on the sets of the film. This had raised the temperature on the set by several notches.

According to Bollywood Shaadi, Sanjeev Kumar had earlier asked Hema Malini’s hand for marriage to her parents in the early 70s. However, both the actress and her parents turned down his request, leaving him heartbroken. This also reportedly caused...

Ibrahim Ali Khan Is The Potential Star In The Making! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Lately, many Bollywood star kids are making their acting debuts and have managed to grab the attention with their skills. One such name is Ibrahim Ali Khan, who has already garnered eyeballs even before making his acting debut. His first film as an actor, Nadaaniyan, is scheduled to be released digitally on Netflix. Ahead of its grand release, let’s discuss what makes Ibrahim the quintessential chocolate boy of Bollywood.

Good looks

Today, Ibrahim celebrates his 24th birthday. It will be a memorable birthday for him as his Nadaaniyan is arriving on Netflix just a day after tomorrow, i.e., on March 7, 2025. Coming back to what makes him the quintessential chocolate boy, his first quality is good looks. The man is immensely good-looking and is a perfect drool-worthy newbie of Bollywood.

Fitness enthusiast

Even before making it to acting,...

Subhash K Jha revisits Ram Gopal Varma’s finest filmmaking with the drama The Attacks Of 26/11 that released in 2013.

Somewhere in Ram Gopal Varma’s The Attacks Of 26/11, the re-telling of the saga of the bloodbath, torrential shower of bullets and bombs that rained down on Mumbai on 26 November 2008, a little child sitting lost amidst a carpet of corpses in the posh hotel lobby of the Taj weeps on the gleaming white marble floor now reduced to a bloodied mess. We then hear another round of gunfire, and then the child’s weeping ceases.

The way the soundtrack is used to denote unimaginable brutality and violence in that sequence reminded me of the massacre sequence in Ramesh Sippy’s Sholay, where Gabbar Singh sadistically raises a gun, points it at a defiant child (Master Alankar) and then the soundtrack cuts to the sound of a train chugging into the railway platform.

As Indian cinema continues to gain recognition worldwide, it’s still hard to explain the hold it has on those of us who grew up with it.

The intrepid cinephile can always do their research; watch the latest buzzy international feature, check out popular films that are streaming, even judge a book by its cover (a movie by its hit songs). But there’s something at the core of Hindi films especially that is deeply entrenched in culture. Usually I explain it by describing the theater where I watched every new Hindi film from 2005-2009: a suburban Michigan multiplex whose concession counter was flanked by two sacred symbols — a statue of the Hindu god Ganesh, and a framed photo of actor Shah Rukh Khan.

You need to understand that, at least conceptually, to appreciate something like “Superboys of Malegaon,” the true story of film fanatics in the eponymous village...

The following review contains no spoilers for “Pushpa 2: The Rule” apart from what is contained in teasers, trailers, and lyrical song videos. The review is based on the Telugu-language IMAX release, subtitled in English.

The question of “What is the biggest Indian film of all time” has many different potential answers. International gross? “Dangal”. Domestic? “Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.” Footfalls? Likely “Sholay” or “Mughal-e-Azam”, though “Baahubali 2” has a claim there too. In a year that has been frankly disappointing for mass cinema overall, cinephiles have watched the promise of the next “1000cr Club” movie bandied about for films that struggled to earn a tenth of that amount, or whose inflated budget made even a record-breaking gross barely break even. Beloved directors known for making mass films with sophisticated twists have let down audiences with trite and outdated content and stories that seem to only exist to set up a sequel.

We all know about Mr India, Chalbaaz, Sadma, Chandni and Lamhe… Whenever Sridevi is mentioned, these iconic films are bound to be referenced. But Sridevi was capable of much more than meets the sigh. She is the only living or non-living actor I know who could shine in the tackiest of films. Kichad mein kamal. Slush mein Sridevi? You got it. She could fling a feast of expressions into the most mundane of movies. Here, we are looking at Sridevi in her less-celebrated film.

1.Kshana Kshanam in Telugu directed by that diehard Sribhakt Ram Gopal Varma. In this rugged road movie, Sri played a chick on the run with Venkatesh while a bunch of goons led by Paresh Rawal chased her down. I have not seen any actress do the damsel-in-distress act so convincingly. When the goons swoop down on her she gives those cute-fright looks of a child being pursued by goblins.

The Nana Patekar-John Abraham film, Taxi No 9211, released 19 years ago and Subhash K Jha looks back at the movie that is a drama, a thriller and a comedy all rolled into one.

Milan Luthria’s Taxi No 9211 is a fearless fable about the feel before the fall. The ‘heroes’—if one may call them that—are two losers from two totally different stratas of life. Nana Patekar is the inebriated, sullen, deceitful taxi driver who has told his wife (Sonali Kulkarni) and son that he’s a government officer.

Broken rule: never lie about your job when you’re on the road all the time.

John Abraham is the spoilt rich heir who spends his time drinking, fornicating, and making out with hedonism.

Broken rule: don’t tempt a nemesis into catching up.

As luck and scriptwriter Rajat Aroraa would have it, the two unlikely ‘heroes’ end...

Jaya Bachchan Once Praised Hema Malini For Her Performance In This Movie (Photo Credit – Koimoi)

Jaya Bachchan and Hema Malini ruled Bollywood in the 70s and early 80s. They entertained everyone with their contrasting yet equally powerful screen personas. They even shared the screen in Sholay, a legendary movie in cinema history; however, Hema’s role became more popular for obvious reasons, but Jaya left a mark with her demure performance. She once shared her admiration for Hema after watching her in one of the most popular family dramas. Keep scrolling for more.

For the unversed, Jaya dominated realistic, emotionally rich cinema, portraying strong yet vulnerable women. On The other hand, Hema ruled commercial Bollywood, becoming the face of glamour, dance, and blockbuster entertainment. Both actresses defined the golden era of Bollywood and left a lasting impact that continues today. Jaya also admired Dharmendra and reportedly had a crush on him.

Subhash K Jha Revisits 2006’s slick heist caper, Dhoom 2: Back in Action, starring Abhishek Bachchan, Uday Chopra, Bipasha Basu, Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai. Plus, in a throwback conversation, Hrithik Roshan revealed thoughts on his cool character in Dhoom 2 and more.

Sanjay Gadhvi’s Dhoom 2 is a sumptuous package of gloss, glamour, glitter, and oomph. It is a slick flick with stunts that flatter Hrithik Roshan and inveigle Aishwarya Rai( back then, not a Bachchan). If you’ve seen the first instalment of Dhoom (2004), you would know Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra carry forward their characters. And that’s not an easy thing to do. Abhishek is saddled with an aura of solemnity while everyone else has a rollicking time.

Dhoom 2 is about letting your hair down as far as it can go. The carnival-like atmosphere is carried all the way to Brazil where the sweaty...

The iconic Amitabh Bachchan spoke To Subhash K Jha about the drama Vidhu Vinod Choorake Eklavya before its release in 2007. Read on to see what the esteemed actor had to say about working with the director, Saif Ali Khan, Vidya Balan, and so much more. This is a must-read!

Vinod Chopra and you seemed to have established a very special rapport in Eklavya?

He’s a kind human being, and very passionate about his work. He has a keen eye for aesthetics. He creates an atmosphere conducive to good work. We waited thirty years to work together. All directors must work towards building a rapport with their actors. Eklavya is an intriguing film. The visuals may suggest a mythological or a period film. But Eklavya is a modern contemporary thriller. It’s set in today’s Rajasthan.

Eklavya is a very short film….

It’s just about two hours long.

When Jodhaa Akbar Director Was Miffed With Priyanka Chopra’s Best Actress Win (Photo Credit – Wikipedia)

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s performance as Queen Jodhabai in the 2008 film Jodhaa Akbar had received several laurels. However, the actress had lost the Iffa Awards for the Best Actress to Priyanka Chopra that year. For the unversed, Priyanka had won the award that year for her performance in Fashion. Did you know that this left the director of the historical drama, Ashutosh Gowariker extremely unhappy?

When Ashutosh Gowariker Challenged Priyanka Chopra’s Win

Talking about the same, when Ashutosh Gowariker was announced as the Best Director for Jodhaa Akbar, he shockingly took a dig at Priyanka Chopra’s win. According to a news report in Ibt Times, the filmmaker said, “Priyanka I love you, but I don’t know how you got the award for Best Actress when Aishwarya was also nominated in the same category for Jodhaa Akbar.

In this special feature for Valentine’s Day Subhash K Jha reveals who he thinks are the 10 most romantic on-screen couples of all time.

1. Raj Kapoor-Nargis: They did a number of notable films together, the most celebrated among them being Awara. The sizzling chemistry between them set the screen on fire. While later in the history of Bollywood coupling, real-life jodis got bland and boring, Raj-Nargis continued to enthrall audiences until the bitter end…Their bitter end when they called off their relationship. Nargis’s last shot with Raj Kapoor was in Jagte Raho, where in the song ‘Jaago mohan pyare’, she poured water into the parched Kapoor’s mouth.

2. Dilip Kumar-Madhubala: Their real-life chemistry spilled into Mughal-e-Azam, creating the most amazing chemistry. Though they did other films together, including the very thought-provoking Amar, their togetherness continues to be celebrated through this all-time classic.

Bollywood’s Biggest Casting What-If (Photo Credit – Prime Video/Youtube)

Amitabh Bachchan is a name most synonymous with Indian cinema. Over the past five decades, Big B has defined stardom and versatility again and again. Aptly referred to as the “Shahenshah of Bollywood,” Bachchan’s journey from struggling actor to global icon is nothing short of legendary. His towering performances in films like Sholay (1975) and Deewar (1975) cemented his status as the “angry young man” of Indian cinema. These films not only transformed his career but also redefined the Bollywood narrative with their stories and memorable characters.

Interestingly, these iconic roles, which became the cornerstone of Bachchan’s legacy, almost went to another veteran of Bollywood. Before Amitabh immortalized Vijay in Deewar and Jai in Sholay, these roles were initially offered to Shatrughan Sinha, who was a bigger name in Bollywood at the time than Bachchan. However, Sinha declined these opportunities...

Has Kapil Sharma Started Filming For Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Kapil Sharma is one of India’s biggest celebrities, and his talk shows have redefined the country’s comedy and interview genre. While his comedy timing and hosting abilities are well known, Sharma has also ventured into acting occasionally. He had a cameo in 2024’s Crew and played a leading role in Zwigato and Firangi, both of which were hailed critically. However, his acting career began in 2015 with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon.

In the movie, he played the role of Kumar Shiv Ram Kishan Punj and starred opposite four actresses, Sai Lokur, Manjari Fadnis, Simran Kaur Mundi, and Elli Avram. Besides them, the movie also starred Arbaaz Khan and Varun Sharma in major roles. Directed by the duo of Abbas-Mustan, the film was made on a budget of ₹16 Crore and had a box office gross of about ₹72 Crore.

Ram Gopal Varma Recalls The Sholay 2 Idea Pitched By Sascha Sippy (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Ram Gopal Varma is one of Bollywood’s most famous directors, best known for movies like Rangeela and Satya. However, he was also behind Rgv Ki Aag, a 2007 remake of perhaps the most iconic Indian film, Sholay. Despite the vision of Varma and a star cast of Mohanlal, Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and Sushmita Sen, the film was a commercial and critical flop. However, Varma has now revealed that this was not the only movie in which he would incorporate the elements of Sholay.

Speaking to Galatta India, the maverick filmmaker revealed that Sascha Sippy, nephew of Sholay director Ramesh Sippy, once pitched the idea of a sequel centered around Gabbar Singh’s son. Furthermore, Sippy also wanted to cast Jackie Chan in a role for the movie. However, the concept didn’t sit well with Rgv,...

Deewaar Box Office: Amitabh Bachchan’s Film Was The 3rd Highest Grosser Of 1975! (Photo Credit – Prime Video)

Amitabh Bachchan is indeed one of the biggest superstars, Indian Cinema has witnessed. However, it was the writer duo Salim Javed who turned Big B into the Angry Young Man of the Indian Cinema. One of the biggest blockbusters delivered by the trio was Deewaar that was released on January 24, 1975!

Helmed by Yash Chopra, it was the third highest-grossing of the year 1975 at the box office after Sholay and Jai Santoshi Maa, both of which released on August 15, 1975, resulting into one of the biggest clashes of Indian Cinema.

Deewaar Box Office 1975

The film was mounted on a budget of almost 1.3 crore, and it earned 4.75 crore in India, making a huge profit of 3.45 crore and churning out 265.38% return on investment. While the film is one of the brightest achievements of Amitabh Bachchan and Yash Chopra’s careers,...

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani Re-Release Box Office Day 9 Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Despite new releases, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani re-release is among the go-to choice of audience. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kalki Koechlin, and Aditya Roy Kapur, the romantic comedy was a superhit affair in 2013. The streak of super success continues as it enjoys massive profits at the box office. Check out day 9 updates!

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, Yjhd gained cult-classic status and is celebrated for its fairytale romance and friendship. Cine-goers are having a gala time in theatres, and videos of the audiences grooving to Badtameez Dil are viral on social media platforms.

Re-Release Box Office Collections

Re-released on January 3, 2025, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is enjoying humongous buzz nationwide. It earned 1.40 crores* on the second Saturday, which is again 21% higher than its opening day of 1.15 crores.

Trending Rekhachithram Box Office Collection Day 2: Asif Ali’s Film Only...

When Meena Kumari’s Estranged Husband Kamal Amrohi Took An Alleged Revenge From Dharmendra ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Tragedy queen Meena Kumari’s life was marred by several tragedies, especially in her personal life. Despite tasting stardom with around 90 films in her glorious film career, it was her troubled marriage with director Kamal Amrohi that grabbed several eyeballs. However, did you know that the actress was also rumored to have been in a relationship with Dharmendra? This speculation had also not gone down well with Amrohi who had allegedly taken revenge from the actor on the sets of the film Razia Sultan.

According to Bollywood Shaadi, the actress was rumored to have an affair with Dharmendra after her marriage with Kamal Amrohi had hit a rough patch. This left the latter enraged, who was speculated to have taken revenge on the Sholay actor on the sets of Razia Sultan. The movie...

This Sholay scene rook 23 days to shoot (Photo Credit – YouTube)

If asked to name a single film that has defined Hindi cinema, he will probably reply with the movie Sholay. Few movies in Indian cinema have achieved the iconic status of Sholay. Released in 1975, the film was directed by Ramesh Sippy and penned by the duo of Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. It featured an ensemble cast of Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjeev Kumar, Jaya Bachchan, and Amjad Khan, who all had career-defining performances in the film.

Over the years, many stories about the making of Sholay have surfaced, taking fans through the effort that went into creating this masterpiece. Most recently, director Ramesh Sippy, at the International Film Festival of India (Iffi), unveiled the dedication behind a simple minute-long scene between Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan. While it was just a minute for the fans, it took weeks for...

“Superboys of Malegaon” is a dynamic celebration of passion, creativity, and the transformational power of storytelling. This cinematic odyssey, directed by Reema Kagti and slated to be released in early 2025, tells the incredible true story of amateur filmmakers from a small Indian hamlet who converted their movie-obsessed dreams into reality.

Adarsh Gourav plays Nasir Shaikh, a devoted cinema enthusiast who transforms his struggling video shop into a hub for local filmmaking. The cast, which includes Vineet Kumar Singh as the idealistic writer Farogh and Shashank Arora as their supportive buddy Shafique, brings to life a narrative that is half underdog story, part love letter to cinema.

After making waves at the Toronto International Film Festival and prepping for its European premiere at the BFI London Film Festival, “Superboys of Malegaon” promises to be more than just a movie—it’s a testimony to the universal desire to create art overall circumstances.

On International Men’s Day, The Chenab Times revisits iconic duos that have set friendship goals in Indian cinema.

Bollywood has long been a treasure trove of stories celebrating human relationships in all their forms. On International Men’s Day, The Chenab Times takes a closer look at the enduring bromances in Indian cinema that have brought camaraderie, support, and strength to the forefront.

From tales of unwavering loyalty to partnerships that inspire through collective strength, these iconic on-screen male friendships showcase how men uplift one another and navigate life’s challenges together. Here’s a look at some of Bollywood’s most memorable bromances:

1. Jai and Veeru – “Sholay” (1975)

The epitome of Bollywood bromance, Jai and Veeru from Sholay remain an unmatched representation of loyalty and sacrifice. Their deep bond, immortalized by the song “Yeh Dosti,” epitomizes how true friendship can endure through thick and thin.

2. Munna and Circuit – “Munna...

In a move to bolster film preservation across borders, India’s Film Heritage Foundation (Fhf) is teaming with French diplomatic missions in India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives on a two-year project dubbed Fisch (France-India-Sri Lanka Cine Heritage).

Supported by the French Embassy and the French Institute in India, alongside the French Embassy in Sri Lanka and the Maldives, the project spans over two years with a focus on training, film restoration, preservation and outreach.

The partnership has kicked off with a film preservation and restoration workshop, which continues till Nov. 14 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, southern India. The workshop, organized with the International Federation of Film Archives (Fiaf), is hosting 67 participants for intensive training in film restoration and preservation techniques. The initiative features faculty from prestigious French institutions including Cinémathèque de Toulouse, Fondation Jérôme Seydoux-Pathé and Institut National de l’Audiovisuel (Ina).

Among the project’s first initiatives is the restoration...

Javed Akhtar shares why he asked Amitabh Bachchan to sign Zanjeer without conditions. ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Instagram )

Amitabh Bachchan possibly wouldn’t have reached the pinnacle of his Bollywood career had there been no Zanjeer (1973) in his life. The Salim-Javed-written drama was a game-changer for Shahenshah, which initiated a new era of Amitabh Bachchan in the Hindi film industry. However, not many fans wouldn’t know that Bachchan was reluctant to do the movie.

Yes, you heard it right! Amitabh Bachchan wasn’t very willing to do it as his movies were tanking at the box office one after the other. He wasn’t a big deal either then, and Rajesh Khanna was ruling the industry.

However, writers Salim-Javed saw something special in him, and when they were done with Zanjeer’s writing, they wanted Bachchan to do it. However, the movie’s director, Prakash Mehra, wasn’t willing to...

Sholay Continues To Rank #1 In Highest Footfalls Of All-Time In India, Check Out The Top 5 (Photo Credit – Amazon Prime Video)

Hindi box office witnesses hundreds of releases in a single year. But can you believe there’s one film that has remained unbeatable in 49 long years? We’re talking about Sholay, which has registered the highest footfalls ever. In fact, Baahubali 2 is the only film in the 21st century that has made it to the top 5. Scroll below for a detailed analysis.

Sholay’s 49 years-long record

Every Bollywood buff, even those born in the last decade, would know Jai, Veeru, and Basanti. Ramesh Sippy’s directorial Sholay is one of the most iconic Bollywood movies. It starred Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Jaya Bhaduri, and Amjad Khan, among others. Released in November 1975, it remained the highest-grossing film in India until the release of Hum Aapke Hai Koun..! (1994).

Sholay has been...

Following a group of small-town, DIY Indian filmmakers, Reema Kagti’s “Superboys of Malegaon” is a moving crowd-pleaser that constantly reaffirms its importance through its central theme. Although the film, which is based on real events, often tries to cover too much ground, it continually circles back to the idea that people must see themselves reflected in art, not just out of want, but out of deep desire stemming from need, in order to live with dignity.

Spanning events from 1997 through the early 2010s, the Bollywood biopic primarily follows photographer and wedding videographer Nasir Sheikh (Adarsh Gourav), a lovelorn man in the tiny city of Malegaon, whose few-hundred-mile distance from Mumbai, India’s financial and cinematic capital, may as well be measured in lightyears. Nasir runs a failing movie theater with his older brother Nihal (Gyanendra Tripathi), where he insists on showing Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin classics rather than the latest Bollywood fare,...

With so many solemn subjects coming out of the fall festivals, it’s nice to find a crowd-pleasing charmer offering the most straightforward of stories: a group of lovable misfits decides to put on a show.

As is required with any overly-familiar template, it’s the specifics that stand out. “Superboys of Malegaon,” which premiered on Friday at the Toronto International Film Festival, is based on the true adventures of amateur director Nasir Shaikh, the star of Faiza Ahmad Khan’s 2012 documentary “Supermen of Malegaon.” Khan’s doc captured some of the fairy-tale qualities of Shaikh’s story, and now director Reema Kagti expands them further with her uplifting fictionalized biopic.

The film begins in 1997, when Nasir (Adarsh Gourav) is an unfocused young man living in the small Indian city of Malegaon. He works in his family’s dilapidated video store, which he’s also turned into a makeshift movie theater.

As Tumbbad makes a triumphant return to theaters after 6 years, produced by Sohum Shah Films, the film’s excitement has reached new heights with the official announcement of a sequel—Tumbbad 2. The re-release has not only revived the magic of this fantasy folklore classic but has also set records with its first-day numbers. Audiences nationwide have embraced the film with great enthusiasm, driving its re-release to unprecedented success.

On its re-release, Tumbbad shattered its original box office records and became the first film in the history of Indian cinema to surpass iconic collections of films like Sholay, Mughal-e-Azam, and Rockstar on its opening day as a re-release. This historic achievement further cements Tumbbad’s legacy as a timeless cinematic masterpiece.

Adding to the frenzy, the announcement of Tumbbad 2 was made through a powerful video unit. The teaser opens with Vinayak and his son Pandurang, with Sohum Shah’s voiceover...

In a cinematic collision of high-profile talent and grassroots grit, powerhouse duo Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar are bringing the DIY spirit of India’s small-town filmmakers to the global stage with “Superboys of Malegaon” at the Toronto Film Festival.

Director Kagti and producer Akhtar’s latest film explores the world of low-budget filmmaking in Malegaon, a small town in Maharashtra, India. The duo have collaborated on several hit projects including “Dahaad,” “Made in Heaven” and “Gully Boy.”

“Superboys of Malegaon” is a fiction feature that reimagines the spirit of Malegaon’s passionate filmmakers who create their own versions of popular movies on shoestring budgets, including “Sholay,” “Shaan,” “Don,” “Lagaan” and “Rangeela.”

The film draws inspiration from the life of Nasir Sheikh, a resourceful DIY filmmaker from Malegaon, western India, whose innovative work was previously showcased in Faiza Ahmad Khan’s beloved 2008 documentary “Supermen of Malegaon.”

The project’s journey...

Prime Video is set to premiere “Angry Young Men,” a three-part documentary series that captures the personal and professional journey of legendary screenwriting duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, known collectively as Salim-Javed.

Produced by Salman Khan Films, Excel Media & Entertainment and Tiger Baby, the docu-series is executive produced by Salma Khan, Salman Khan, Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti. It delves into how Salim-Javed revolutionized Indian cinema in the 1970s by reinventing the Bollywood formula, introducing ‘angry young man’ heroes in a romance-dominated industry, and popularizing the action-drama genre. The original ‘angry young man’ was Amitabh Bachchan who, after a string of middling films, began his journey to superstardom with Prakash Mehra’s “Zanjeer” (1973), written by Salim-Javed.

When producer Zoya Akhtar, daughter of Javed Akhtar, set out to chronicle their story, she knew it was a tale long overdue for telling. “I grew up with them and watching these films,...

Salman Khan’s deep bond with his father, Salim Khan, was once again highlighted during the recent trailer launch of the documentary Angry Young Men in Mumbai. The father-son duo attended the event with other family members, and Salman took the opportunity to express his admiration and love for his father through a heartfelt post on his social media accounts. Sharing a picture where he stands behind his seated father, Salman captioned it, “DadLee Man – My Father God,” showcasing the respect and affection he holds for Salim Khan.

In the picture, Salman Khan is seen wearing a full-sleeved black T-shirt with faded jeans, while Salim Khan is dressed in a light shirt, white trousers, and a puffer jacket. The post quickly garnered attention, with celebrities like Priyanka Chopra, Dia Mirza, and Aditya Roy Kapur liking it, while fans poured in comments praising them as the “greatest father-son duo of Bollywood.

Dharmendra, affectionately known as the “He-Man” of Bollywood, has enjoyed a prolific career spanning several decades. He rose to prominence in the mid-1960s with a string of successful films that established him as one of the leading stars of the era. His memorable performances in movies like Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, and The Burning Train cemented his status as a versatile and beloved actor.

As his career progressed into the late 1990s, Dharmendra transitioned into character roles, continuing to impress audiences with his performances in films like Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a… Metro, Apne, Johnny Gaddaar, and Yamla Pagla Deewana. These roles showcased his ability to adapt to the changing dynamics of...

The highly anticipated documentary series Angry Young Men is set to delve into the iconic partnership of the legendary writer-lyricist duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, who revolutionized Hindi cinema with their storytelling. The series, releasing on August 20, will feature testimonials and insights from some of Bollywood’s biggest names, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Salman Khan, and Farhan Akhtar, among others.

The trailer, released by Prime Video, offers a glimpse into the timeless legacy of Salim-Javed, with Bollywood celebrities reflecting on the duo’s unparalleled impact on the industry. Salman Khan opens the video, expressing his nervousness, while Farhan Akhtar reflects on his personal connection to the films his father, Javed Akhtar, wrote. The trailer also revisits Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic line from Deewar, “Main aaj bhi feke hue paise nahi uthata,” highlighting the powerful dialogues that have become a part of Indian cinematic history.

Zoya Akhtar emphasizes the rarity of Salim-Javed’s success,...

Rising Indian star Taha Shah Badussha, known for his breakout role in Netflix’s “Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar,” has signed a three-film deal with Ramesh Sippy Entertainment. The actor played Tajdar Baloch in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s global hit series.

Ramesh Sippy is one of the giants of Indian cinema, best known for “Sholay” (1975), one of the country’s all time hits. His credits as a director also include “Andaz” (1971), “Seeta Aur Geeta” (1972), “Shaan” (1980), “Shakti” (1982), “Saagar” (1985) and television magnum opus “Buniyaad” (1987).

Projects produced under the Ramesh Sippy Entertainment banner include films “Bluffmaster” (2005), “Taxi No. 9 2 11: Nau Do Gyarah” (2006), “Dum Maaro Dum” (2011) and “Nautanki Saala” (2013) and hit Netflix series “Aranyak.”

Badussha’s credits also include ZEE5 Mughal empire saga “Taj: Divided by Blood” (2023), where he played prince Murad, and he has “Paro: The Untold Story of Slavery” coming up.

The first of Badussha’s three films with Ramesh Sippy...

Highlights From Arbaaz Khan’s Upcoming Show. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Arbaaz Khan is an Indian actor who works predominantly in the Hindi film industry and is also the younger brother of superstar Salman Khan. The multifaceted actor returns with his celebrity chat show, The Invincibles Series Season 2. Bollywood legends share their life stories, and the latest promo of the show was revealed recently. Ramesh Sippy, Asha Parekh, Shabana Azmi, and other veterans will grace the show in the second season.

Arbaaz is not only an actor but also a director. He directed Salman in Dabbang 2. The actor is also a producer, and his production house is called Arbaaz Khan Productions. Keep scrolling for more.

On Tuesday, Arbaaz Khan shared the promo for his show The Invincibles Series Season 2. The teaser showcased the veteran actors, directors, and producers who would appear in the upcoming season. We have picked up a few highlights from the promo,...

After becoming the first-ever Indian film to launch its first at San Diego Comic-Con last summer, Vyjayanthi Movies have released the official final trailer for Kalki 2898 Ad.

The upcoming sci-fi epic, directed by Nag Ashwin (Yevade Subramanyam; Mahanati; Pitta Kathalu), is expected to be the first installment in a planned Kalki Cinematic Universe and is reportedly the second-most expensive Indian film ever produced with an estimated ₹600 crore (US$72 million) production budget.

While plot details remain relatively scarce, a brief synopsis describes the ambitious film as such, "Set against the backdrop of Indian mythology and a dystopian society in the desertified city of Kasi in 2898 Ad, the only city now known to exist, ruled by a totalitarian elite, Supreme Yaskin, from a hovering megastructure above it known as the Complex. The film chronicles a journey spanning millennia, from the events of the Mahabharata in the year 3102 BC, the beginning of Kali Yuga,...

The restored version of Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal’s 1976 masterpiece “Manthan” (“The Churning”) is screening at the Cannes Film Festival’s Cannes Classics strand.

Shot by DoP Govind Nihalani in rural Gujarat, western India, the film is produced by 500,000 farmers who contributed towards its making, under the banner Gujarat Milk Co-Op Marketing Federation Ltd. The film is a fictionalized version of the beginnings of the dairy cooperative movement that transformed India from a milk-deficient nation to the world’s largest milk producer, inspired by Dr. Verghese Kurien. It also examines issues like caste, class, gender and economic discrimination. The cast includes Girish Karnad, Smita Patil, Anant Nag, Mohan Agashe and Naseeruddin Shah.

“The first thing we did was speak to the Gujarat Milk Co-Op Marketing Federation, and we had to make them understand that the film needs to be on 4K, we need to project it back on screen and...

Ghilli Re-Release At The Box Office: Thalapathy Vijay Destroys 5 Major Box Office Records ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

It has been 15 days since Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan’s Ghilli was released at the box office, celebrating 20 years after the release of the blockbuster that earned 50 crore gross worldwide at the box office and was the third Tamil film to do so after Indian and Padiyappa.

Ghilli Box Office Breaking Records

The sports action film, which was released as a festive celebration, is now ruling the Tamil Box Office. In fact, it is the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year 2024, despite being re-released 20 years after its release.

Ghilli opened at the box office at 7+ crore and crossed 10+ crore at the worldwide box office, creating a hysteria. Now, after running for two weeks at the box office, it is gearing up for the third week and is all set to create some of the biggest records.

Anupamaa’ star Rupali Ganguly’s decision to join the Bjp and enter politics makes her the newest addition to a galaxy of women celebrities from Mumbai’s entertainment world who have taken the political plunge in the tradition of Nargis Dutt and Vyjayanthimala Bali. Who are the others still active in politics, albeit with mixed lucky? Here’s a list:

Dipika Chikhlia Topiwala: Best known for playing Sita in Ramanand Sagar’s show ‘Ramayan’, Chikhlia was the first of the then new-generation TV stars to pursue a political career, albeit briefly. She was elected MP from Baroda on a Bjp ticket in 1991.

On the big screen, Chikhlia made her Hindi cinema debut as lead in ‘Sun Meri Laila’, cast opposite Raj Kiran, in 1983, and later acted in films with Rajesh Khanna at a time when he had long ceased to be a superstar.

Chikhlia appeared with Mammootty in the Malayalam...

Actress and politician Hema Malini penned a heartwarming note as she and her star husband Dharmendra completed 44 years of marital bliss on Thursday. Hema took to X and shared a video made by a fan featuring pictures of the couple.

“Our wedding anniversary today! 44 years of togetherness, two beautiful girls, lovely grandchildren surrounding us and drowning us with their love!” she wrote.

Hema added: “Our fans and their limitless adulation! What more can I ask of life? Our eternal gratitude to the Almighty for this gift of happiness. Video by a fan.”

Dharmendra and Hema have shared screen space in almost 28 films. They first met on the sets of ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’ in 1970 and fell in love.

After ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan’, they appeared together in movies such as ‘Naya Zamana’, ‘Raja Jani’, ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’, ‘Sholay’, ‘Charas’, ‘Jugnu’, ‘Azaad’, and ‘Dillagi’, among many others.

Their last film together...

In his over half-a-century-long Hindi film career, he sang more than a thousand songs, but just three serve to demonstrate his position in the industry’s scheme of things – the madcap “Ek Chatur Naar” where Kishore Kumar beats him; the enchanting qawwali “Na to karvaan ki talash hai” where Mohammed Rafi emerges triumphant eventually; and the classical contest “Ketaki gulab juhi”, where he beats Pandit Bhimsen Joshi.

This was part of the misfortune of Prabodh Chandra ‘Manna’ Dey, born on this day (May 1) in 1919 in Calcutta. His classical training, innate talent, and “masculine” voice made him perfect for all shades of songs – romantic (including those for the vintage-aged), folk ballads, philosophical musings, and more, but he was never deemed a top-notch singer.

A nephew of gifted blind singer-composer Krishna Chandra Dey, who paved his way into music and films, Manna Dey’s forte was challenging, classical-based songs, especially those that his contemporaries considered difficult,...

Dharmendra Once Allegedly Smacked Sanjay Khan For Saying Bad Things About A Veteran Actor. (Photo Credit – Instagram/Wikipedia)

Dharmendra is not only a versatile actor but a Bollywood legend who has entertained us with his enigmatic performances over the years. The senior star had an equally enigmatic persona off the screen and was popular for throwing parties back then. In one such gathering, the Sholay star allegedly hit Feroz Khan’s brother, Sanjay Khan. Scroll below to know more.

For the unversed, Sanjaay debuted in Haqeeqat and is best known for films like Dus Lakh, Ek Phool Do Mali, Intaquam, Dhund, and more. He garnered a lot of attention because of his relationship with Zeenat Aman. They were reportedly married for a brief period, and the actress faced domestic abuse. She was allegedly brutally beaten by him, which caused permanent damage to her right eye. The actor once suffered a...

Jaya Bachchan, renowned for her work in Indian cinema and politics, is celebrating her 76th birthday on Tuesday. Born as Jaya Bhaduri in a Bengali family, Jaya’s father, Tarun Kumar Bhaduri, was a well-known journalist and a poet.

After completing her education, Jaya attended the Film and Television Institute of India (Ftii), Pune, where she honed her acting skills.

She made her acting debut as a teenager in 1963 with the Bengali film ‘Mahanagar’ directed by Satyajit Ray. The film starred Madhabi Mukherjee in the leading role.

Jaya then transitioned to Hindi cinema and quickly gained prominence with her versatile performances in films like Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s directorial ‘Guddi’, and ‘Anamika’.

The 1971 movie ‘Guddi’ featured Jaya as a petite schoolgirl who is obsessed with actor Dharmendra. The film had created the girl-next-door image for her.

Movies like ‘Uphaar’, ‘Piya Ka Ghar’, ‘Parichay’ and ‘Bawarchi’ made her a superstar.

In 1973, she married Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan,...

As his “better half”, Jaya Bachchan, turned 76 on Tuesday, megastar Amitabh Bachchan penned a note expressing his love and gratitude for her. The actor also shared that it was a “quiet family bring in” at midnight.

Taking to the blog, Big B shared: “It is in the morn of another family birth… of which that has required no explanation… the better half celebrates her birthday Today, and all the greetings for her are recognised and shown gratitude, as always.”

“A quiet family ‘bring in’ for the 9th on the midnight hour… and the love of immediate family presence,” he added.

In June 1973, Big B and Jaya Bachchan got married. The two have a daughter, Shweta, and a son, Abhishek Bachchan.

The two have worked together in films like ‘Sholay’, ‘Abhimaan’, ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Mili’, and ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, among others.

The two were last seen together on screen in...

The Hindi film industry has time and again celebrated Holi onscreen be it in films or the songs, which have encapsulated the feeling of fun and romance. Since the festival of colours is just around the corner, what better way to extend the fun by watching films after immersing in the spirit of the festival.

Here are a list of films that can make your Holi even more special:

‘Silsila’: The film is a romantic drama directed by Yash Chopra. Its theme revolves around the love triangle and extramarital affair. What makes it a great Holi watch is the song ‘Rang Barse’ picturised on Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha. The song is full of colours.

‘Sholay’: Be it the iconic dialogue ‘Holi kab hai, kab hai holi’ or the song ‘Holi Ki Din Dil Khil Jate Hai’ picturised on Dharmendra and Hema Malini, the film sits well for cinephiles on the occasion.

Holi fills life with colours of myriad shades. The festival has a special place in India’s rich cultural history and has spread out to other parts of the world courtesy the diaspora community.

While the festival brings out a sense of community, fun and banter, and is an occasion to indulge in lip-smacking food, it’s also a time to flaunt your DJ skills and play the best Holi songs that set the vibe.

As the nation soaks in the colours of Holi, here are some songs to add to your Holi playlist:

1. ‘Jai Jai Shiv Shankar’: One of the best Holi songs to come out of Bollywood in recent years, ‘Jai Jai Shiv Shankar’ from the Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff-starrer ‘War’, is all about thumping beats, and high energy groove that sets the tone for your Holi party. Its upbeat rhythm and modern twist on...