Jigar Shah

What is Junaid Khan’s connection with Laapataa Ladies ? - Exclusive

Sep 25, 2024Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan, has been selected as India’s official entry to the Oscars. Featuring Pratibha Ranta and others, its screenplay is penned by Sneha Desai. Notably, this project has ties to Junaid Khan’s debut film which faced delays due to the lockdown.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video: 'Mallika Sherawat thought we are approaching her for a dance number': Raaj Shaandilyaa- Exclusive

Sep 25, 2024Mallika Sherawat returns to cinema with Raaj Shaandilyaa’s Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video after a significant hiatus. Co-starring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, the film is set in 1997. Sherawat plays a middle-class modern woman, a role written specifically for her by the director.The director reveals that at first she thought she was being approached for a song.

Laapataa Ladies goes to Oscars: 'Kiran and I were just shrieking for 10-15 seconds after hearing the news' - writer Sneha Desai - Exclusive

Sep 24, 2024Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao and supported by Aamir Khan, has been chosen as India's official Oscar entry. Writer Sneha Desai shares insights on adapting Biplab Goswami’s story into a compelling screenplay. The announcement brought significant attention to her work. The character Manju Mai was a late but impactful addition to balance the protagonists.

The Great Indian Content Crisis: As theatrical releases slow down, OTT reaches a saturation point. Where is the middle ground?

Sep 22, 2024The Hindi film industry is experiencing a crisis due to fewer theatrical releases and OTT platform saturation. Dominated by major production houses and top actors, there's a lack of fresh content. The industry will need to shift focus to quality scripts and new talent to revive creativity and engage audiences.

Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video: 'Triptii Dimri was cast, even before Animal’s release' - Raaj Shaandilyaa - Exclusive!

Sep 21, 2024Raaj Shaandilyaa directs 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video', featuring Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri. The story, set in the 90s, centers on a stolen CD of Rajkummar and Triptii's character's first night. Shaandilyaa chose Triptii before her hit 'Animal', appreciating her fit for the role and her background from Uttaranchal.

Zaheer Iqbal: 'I still keep forgetting I’m married to Sonakshi'- Exclusive

Sep 18, 2024Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal got married on June 23rd after a seven-year relationship. They continue to feel like they're in the early stages of dating, frequently trying to impress each other. The couple will soon be seen together in their second film, 'Tu Hai Meri Kiran', following their first collaboration in 'Double XL'.

The growing trend of female protagonists in Bollywood; a welcome change or just a passing phase? ETimes explores

Sep 18, 2024Bollywood is experiencing a significant shift as female-led films gain traction. From established stars to newcomers, women are breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated genres. Upcoming projects like Alia Bhatt’s Jigra and Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency highlight this trend, showcasing a growing demand for complex female characters and diverse storytelling in Hindi cinema.

Farhan Akhtar undergoes massive physical transformation- Exclusive!

Sep 17, 2024Farhan Akhtar returns to cinema with 120 Bahadur, directed by Razneesh Ghai. The film recounts the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Indo-China War. Farhan plays Major Shaitan Singh and has undergone significant physical changes for authenticity, including weight loss and a crew cut hairstyle to resemble his character.

Malavika Mohanan recalls how Rajinikanth and Rekha were kind to her- Exclusive

Sep 17, 2024Malavika Mohanan will debut in Hindi cinema with 'Yudhra' opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi. Known for her roles in South Indian films, she shares memorable experiences working with Rajinikanth and meeting Rekha, who both showed her unexpected kindness. The film's action scenes are creating anticipation ahead of its weekend release.

Yudhra: When Siddhant Chaturvedi sat with an ice pack after getting slapped by Malvika Mohanan!- Exclusive

Sep 16, 2024Siddhant Chaturvedi and Malvika Mohanan are set to appear in Yudhra, an action film releasing on September 20th. The movie includes intense scenes such as Malvika slapping Siddhant during filming. Directed by Ravi Udyawar, it also stars Raghav Juyal. Upcoming projects for Malvika and Siddhant include Rajasaab and Dhadak 2 respectively.