The hidden genius behind Roja, Bombay, Slumdog Millionaire was not A.R. Rahman alone. Meet the maestro's 'brother' and mathematics graduate who finished Ghajini at 3 am and never woke upH. Sridhar, the unsung hero behind iconic Indian film soundtracks like Roja and Bombay, was a legendary sound engineer who partnered with A...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.46 PM IST
Between ballet and war: Japanese dancers pursue dreams in RussiaTwo Japanese dancers, Jotaro Kanazasi and Haruka Takemi, are pursuing their ballet dreams in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. They focus on their a...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Top Bollywood actress says she got a big movie because of 'law of attraction'. How did she make it happen?Vidya Balan's Bollywood debut in Parineeta was a dream come true. Her admiration for director Pradeep Sarkar led to early collaborations. T...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
PVR INOX says nostalgia & FOMO brings audiences back to theatresMovie re-releases are gaining traction in theatres. Nostalgia and the fear of missing out are key drivers. Multiplexes are showcasing class...
27 May, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
President Murmu confers Padma awards; veteran banker Uday Kotak, actor Dharmendra, violinist Rajam among top honoureesPresident Droupadi Murmu presented India's top civilian honours. Violinist N. Rajam received the Padma Vibhushan for her classical music co...
26 May, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
India’s desi gaming startups tap culture and storytelling to break China’s grip on toy and board game marketIn the vibrant world of play, Indian board games and toys are experiencing a renaissance. Consumers are leaning towards locally inspired op...
24 May, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
Actress and former beauty pageant winner who started acting at 17, left films to pursue PhD. Now, Swaroop Sampat blames Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar for grey hairSwaroop Sampat Rawal recently shared a humorous anecdote about director Aditya Dhar. She playfully blames him for her grey hair now and als...
22 May, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
PM Modi's gifts: Muga silk stole for Italy PM, Ladakhi stole for Sweden PM, Kesar mangoes for UAE prezPrime Minister Narendra Modi presented unique Indian gifts to world leaders during his recent five-nation tour. Items included Muga silk st...
21 May, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
PM Modi strengthens India-Nordic ties with focus on clean energy, trade, digitalization focus at 3rd summitAhead of the 3rd India-Nordic Summit, Narendra Modi held key meetings with leaders from Iceland, Finland, and Denmark to strengthen coopera...
19 May, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
Belarus eyes deeper BRICS partnership, strengthens India ties for multipolar worldBelarus eyes full BRICS membership, seeking a multipolar world order. The nation is deepening its strong relationship with India. Key areas...
15 May, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Who is Sheema Kermani, the ‘Pasoori’ fame Bharatanatyam dancer recently detained by Pakistan for protesting in Karachi?Pakistani dancer and activist Sheema Kermani was briefly detained by police in Karachi while seeking a permit for an upcoming Aurat March e...
13 May, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
Director Gulzar reveals why he called superstar actress ‘Sir’ : ‘Since I'm her junior…’Gulzar's 1975 film Aandhi, starring Sanjeev Kumar and Suchitra Sen, is celebrated for its emotional depth and timeless music. The film expl...
10 May, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
Who is Sheema Kirmani? Famous Pakistani Bharatanatyam dancer, also seen in Ali Sethi's 'Pasoori,' detained by Sindh PoliceSheema Kirmani News: Renowned Pakistani dancer and activist Sheema Kirmani was among seven Aurat March activists briefly detained by Sindh ...
10 May, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Salman Khan’s heroine became an overnight superstar. However one decision destroyed her career. Where’s Chandni today?Sanam Bewafa's 1991 success launched Chandni as an overnight sensation. However, a restrictive three-year contract with director Saawan Kum...
09 May, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
After IIM Lucknow MBA degree, she refused big job offers to be a singer. Who is she, the voice behind many Bollywood hits?Gayatri Iyer, a renowned Bollywood playback singer, defied conventional paths by completing an MBA from IIM Lucknow before embarking on her...
09 May, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
From Roja to Bombay, she is the iconic voice behind many 90s hits, worked with AR Rahman and Ilaiyaraja, can sing in Sanskrit, French and Arabic. Who is she?K. S. Chithra, a voice that has defined generations of Indian music, has recorded over 25,000 songs in numerous languages. Her effortless, ...
07 May, 2026, 01.04 PM IST
Mukesh, Kishore, Rafi, Lata, Asha... the golden greats are gone, their songs play onThe passing of Asha Bhosle at the age of 92 marks the end of an era for Indian music. She was part of an iconic group alongside Lata Manges...
25 Apr, 2026, 05.48 PM IST