Monica Bedi, once a rising Bollywood actress, saw her career derail after falling in love with underworld don and Dawood Ibrahim’s close aide Abu Salem. Their controversial relationship led to her arrest in a fake passport case. While Salem is serving life in jail, Monica now lives a quiet life away from the spotlight.
To commemorate Guru Dutt’s centenary, a theatrical retrospective of his restored iconic films is being showcased across 250 cinemas in India. Organized by NFDC and National Film Archive of India, the event commenced with prominent figures like Javed Akhtar and Sudhir Mishra sharing their profound memories and anecdotes about the legendary filmmaker and his influential…
Salman Khan’s long-time bodyguard and close associate Shera suffered a personal loss today as his father, Sunder Singh Jolly, passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 88. The cremation took place at Oshiwara Crematorium, Jogeshwari West. Shortly after the last rites, Salman Khan was seen arriving at Shera’s residence in Mumbai to…
Malayalam filmmaker Jeo Baby has criticized the National Film Awards, alleging a pattern of honoring films that promote the ruling party’s agenda. He specifically called out ‘The Kerala Story,’ stating that it misrepresented facts and lacked the artistic merit expected of award-winning films. Baby expressed concern over the film’s recognition, echoing earlier disapproval from Kerala…
Ahead of Ganeshotsav, Mumbai is witnessing a surge in eco-friendly Ganesha idol-making workshops, attracting both beginners and experienced artists. Participants are learning the art of sculpting with clay, guided by expert instructors who emphasize the meditative and culturally enriching aspects of the process. These workshops blend creativity, tradition, and sustainability, fostering a deeper appreciation for…
In a rare incident in Mumbai, a young girl ended up in the ICU after a seemingly harmless cat scratch led to a dangerous brain infection. After rescuing a stray kitten, she contracted neurobartonellosis, a rare form of cat scratch disease.
Asian equities experienced a resurgence in July, fueled by AI interest and improved US trade relations. Taiwan saw a record $7.78 billion inflow, while South Korea had its best month since February. Thailand ended a nine-month outflow streak, though challenges remain. India, Indonesia, and the Philippines saw outflows, while Vietnam attracted funds due to strong…
The popular family drama ‘Gundamma Katha’ continues to captivate audiences with its inspiring story of Geetha, a plus-size woman who defies societal norms. Geetha’s journey involves marrying Ram and winning over her in-laws, particularly her critical mother-in-law, Bhuvana.
Hansal Mehta’s forthcoming historical drama “Gandhi” will get its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025.
Director Srikanth Odela, the first look of whose eagerly awaited action thriller, ‘The Paradise’, featuring Natural star Nani in the lead, is to be released on Friday, has now said that every character from the film will be introduced through two posters.
