Anil Sharma: 'Nana Patekar Would Cut My Hair'
'Nana Patekar was an amazing actor, and human being.'
Birthday Special: A Playlist of 25 Bachchan Bangers
Celebrate Amitabh Bachchan's 84th birthday with a look back at his most iconic and electrifying dance numbers.
Uday Shankar highlights that India's sports industry presents substantial long-term investment opportunities, particularly in cricket and others. He urges potential investors to adopt a longer timeframe beyond five years for returns. Shankar also notes that while cricket remains dominant, other sports are gaining significant audiences as well. The challenges include rising media-rights costs and competition with technology platforms. Furthermore, simplifying cricket formats could enhance viewer enjoyment and excitement over time.
Amitabh Bachchan turns 84: Revisiting his love story with Jaya Bachchan and iconic dialogues
Amitabh Bachchan turns 84 today; fans gathered outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, to celebrate the superstar's birthday. As the actor marks another milestone in his illustrious career, the occasion offers a look back at his love story with his wife, Jaya Bachchan and their marriage of over five decades.
Happy Navratri 2026: Ranveer Singh performs Garba with Nita and Isha Ambani at Swadesh event
Actor Ranveer Singh joined Nita Ambani for a Garba dance at Swadesh Eros' first anniversary celebration in Mumbai. A video from the event, held on the eve of Navratri, is circulating online.
How Tiger Pataudi Inspired Jeffrey Archer
Jeffrey Archer immortalised his nearly 50-year friendship with Tiger Pataudi in the short story The Century.
81% of Indian marketers prioritise reach, only 17% attention quality: Report
A recent report indicates that 81% of marketers in India prioritize reach in media planning. Despite this, only 17% consider attention quality as important for their decisions. Measurement of attention remains a significant challenge, with 92% of marketers highlighting the lack of standardization. The report emphasizes the need for attention metrics to complement reach in advertising strategies.
Sony Marathi ropes in 13 brand partners for 'Kon Honar Crorepati' hosted by Madhuri Dixit
Sony Marathi has onboarded 13 brand partners for the upcoming season of Kon Honar Crorepati, hosted by Madhuri Dixit. The show is set to premiere on October 12, 2026, at 9 pm. ChatGPT and PNG Jewellers will be the co-presenting sponsors for this season's theme, Aata Khel Badalnaar. Various brands, including Fortune+ Soyabean Oil, Avaada, and Sunder Super Coconut Cookies, will join as partners.
Nana: 'Lost A Lot Because Of My Nature'
'Nana Patekar's dedication and passion were unmatchable. I remember there was a dinner sequence and the chicken had gone stale. He ate the stale chicken instead of wasting time waiting for fresh food.'
A 'super show' in lieu of the usual pre-release events premiered on Sun NXT for Jailer 2. Here's what the team said about the sequel.
Tanushree Dutta made fresh allegations against Rakhi Sawant, claiming she received money from Nana Patekar before publicly speaking against her during the #MeToo movement. Tanushree said Rakhi's former best friend Rajshree More had told her and several others about the alleged payment.
Showbiz Will Miss The Sound Of Nana Patekar's Irritation
Never a crowd pleaser in the conventional sense, Nana Patekar's knack for not mincing words, if anything his brusque, take it-or-leave it persona -- which made his eccentricity a guilty pleasure of sorts -- contributed to his eminence, observes Sukanya Verma.
JioHotstar expands international footprint with MENA launch
In an exciting move, JioHotstar has unveiled its streaming platform for the Middle East and North Africa, partnering with STARZPLAY. The collaboration opens the door to JioHotstar Originals and a diverse range of Indian content in various languages, aimed at regional audiences. Monthly packages are available at AED 34.99 and AED 49.99, addressing the needs of the South Asian diaspora for varied entertainment options.
Nuvama expects festive spending to improve in Q3FY27, with the late Diwali likely to support advertising and consumer engagement
JioStar vice chairman Uday Shankar said sports, particularly cricket, has been a major investment for the company, helping it build a digital audience of 600 million monthly active users. However, he said soaring cricket media rights costs have made the business increasingly difficult.
