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Over 120 Indian filmmakers unite to form Independent Filmmakers Association

Over 120 Indian filmmakers and producers have come together to form the Independent Filmmakers Association of India (IFAI), a not-for-profit collective.

16 May 2026 1:30 pm
Allu Arjun seeks copyright protection for mannerisms in 'Raaka'

Tollywood superstar Allu Arjun is currently busy with his upcoming sci-fi movie Raaka, directed by Jawan fame Atlee.

16 May 2026 1:18 pm
Abhishek Banerjee says film franchises are like 'fixed deposits'

The Indian film industry is dominated by franchise films, especially in Bollywood.

16 May 2026 1:13 pm
Why Anurag Kashyap is 'fed up with making films'

Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, whose films have often graced the Cannes Film Festival, is currently at the event to explore cinema's evolving landscape.

16 May 2026 12:41 pm
'Hai Jawani Toh Ishq...': Makers deny resemblance to other films

Tips Music Limited, the producer of the upcoming film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, has released a statement denying any resemblance to other films.

16 May 2026 12:34 pm
Where to watch 'Pati Patni Aur Woh...' after theatrical run

The romantic comedy Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, which was released on Friday, will stream on Netflix after its theatrical run.

16 May 2026 12:19 pm
'Gatta Kusthi 2': Find out release date, cast, and more

The sequel to the blockbuster family film Gatta Kusthi, which starred Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi, has been titled Gatta Kusthi 2.

16 May 2026 12:06 pm
'Never read a script': Salman Khan makes surprising confession

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has made a surprising revelation about his working style.

16 May 2026 11:49 am
Lakshya-Ananya's 'Chand Mera Dil': Makers offer affordable opening day tickets

The upcoming film, Chand Mera Dil, starring Lakshya and Ananya Panday, is set to hit theaters on May 22.

16 May 2026 11:45 am
Akshay charging over 35cr for 'Golmaal 5'? Makers clarify

The production house behind Golmaal 5, Rohit Shetty Picturez, has dismissed recent reports claiming that actor Akshay Kumar will be paid a massive fee for his role in the upcoming comedy film.

16 May 2026 11:23 am
Ram Charan's 'Peddi' locks lengthy runtime

The highly anticipated Telugu film Peddi, starring Ram Charan, will be released globally on June 4.

16 May 2026 10:59 am
Pete Davidson, Elsie Hewitt struggling to co-parent daughter after split?

Comedian-actor Pete Davidson and model Elsie Hewitt are reportedly facing difficulties in their co-parenting journey after their recent split.

16 May 2026 10:44 am
Harvey Weinstein's rape trial ends in mistrial

A New York jury has failed to reach a unanimous decision in Harvey Weinstein's third rape trial, leading to a mistrial.

16 May 2026 10:35 am
Where to watch Suriya-Trisha's 'Karuppu' after theatrical run

The highly anticipated film Karuppu, starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, finally hit theaters on Friday after overcoming unexpected release-day hurdles.

16 May 2026 10:23 am
Ye's India concert canceled: What's the status of refunds?

The much-anticipated India debut concert of rapper Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) has been canceled.

16 May 2026 10:09 am
Cannes 2026: John Travolta receives surprise honorary Palme d'Or

Hollywood actor John Travolta (72) was recently felicitated with an honorary Palme d'Or at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.

16 May 2026 9:55 am
'Pati Patni Aur...' starts slow, earns 3.85cr on Day 1

Ayushmann Khurrana's latest film, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, has opened to lukewarm response at the box office.

16 May 2026 9:38 am
'It's a lot of work': Shefali Shah shares marriage advice

Actor Shefali Shah recently opened up about marriage, relationships, and parenthood during a candid conversation with Lilly Singh.

15 May 2026 6:06 pm
'Peddi': Makers drop BTS of Divyenndu's transformation into ruthless cricketer

After impressing viewers with his volatile performance as the boxer Dev in Netflix's Glory, Divyenndu has now taken on a new challenge in the Telugu sports drama Peddi.

15 May 2026 5:59 pm
Is 'Welcome 3' similar to Ben Stiller's 'Tropic Thunder'?

The recently released teaser for Akshay Kumar's Welcome to the Jungle has ignited a debate among netizens over its similarities with the 2008 Hollywood film Tropic Thunder.

15 May 2026 5:57 pm
Pete Davidson, Elsie Hewitt part ways months after welcoming daughter

Comedian and actor Pete Davidson has reportedly parted ways with model Elsie Hewitt, months after welcoming their daughter, Scottie.

15 May 2026 5:51 pm
Ayushmann reveals mother 'laughed after long time' watching 'Pati Patni...'

Ayushmann Khurrana's latest film, Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, was released in theaters on Friday.

15 May 2026 5:44 pm
'Kartavya' review: Saif is excellent in uneven Netflix drama

Saif Ali Khan-starrer Kartavya, out now on Netflix, is directed by Pulkit.

15 May 2026 5:40 pm
'Everyone is fabulous, fearless': Tara Sutaria on 'Toxic's women-led crew

Actor Tara Sutaria, who recently made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival, spoke to The Hollywood Reporter India about her upcoming film Toxic.

15 May 2026 5:39 pm
Why is 'Dhurandhar 2' releasing in India so late

The much-anticipated digital premiere of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, has been postponed in India.

15 May 2026 5:32 pm
Saif thought 'Sacred Games' could be answer to 'Narcos'

Saif Ali Khan, who played the lead in Netflix's Sacred Games, recently revealed that he thought the show would be India's answer to Narcos.

15 May 2026 5:10 pm
Zakir Khan meets Sam Altman at his San Francisco home

Indian comedian and storyteller Zakir Khan surprised fans after revealing that he recently visited the San Francisco home of Sam Altman, the chief executive of OpenAI.

15 May 2026 4:52 pm
'Karuppu' leaked in North India? Here's what we know

The Tamil film Karuppu, starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, had leaked in parts of North India a day before its theatrical release on Friday.

15 May 2026 4:50 pm
Any murder is a crime: Iranian filmmaker says at Cannes

Acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Asghar Farhadi recently spoke out against the ongoing conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel.

15 May 2026 4:41 pm
Climate activists urge Cannes attendees to avoid private jets

Climate activists are urging Hollywood stars to fly economy or take the train to the Cannes Film Festival, instead of using private jets, as per Daily Mail.

15 May 2026 4:38 pm
Yograj Singh in legal trouble over remarks in 'Lukkhe'

Yograj Singh, cricketer and father of Yuvraj Singh, is facing legal trouble for allegedly making derogatory remarks about women in the web series Lukkhe.

15 May 2026 4:13 pm
Delhi HC allows 'Dhurandhar' to use 'Rang De Lal' song

The Delhi High Court has allowed the use of the song Rang De Lal (Oye Oye) in the upcoming OTT release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge.

15 May 2026 4:10 pm
'Peddi' trailer to be launched by Dhoni? What we know

The much-anticipated film Peddi, starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor, is set for a grand trailer launch event in Mumbai on May 18.

15 May 2026 4:04 pm
Sonu Sood shows support for Alia Bhatt amid Cannes trolling

Actor Sonu Sood has come out in support of Alia Bhatt amid the online trolling surrounding her appearance at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.

15 May 2026 4:00 pm
Why is 'Dhurandhar 2' releasing on both Netflix and JioHotstar?

Ranveer Singh's action film Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge will be making its OTT debut on two platforms.

15 May 2026 3:30 pm
Vishal Bhardwaj, Shaunak Sen back new indie film fund

A new co-production fund worth 40L (around $42,000) has been launched by Humans of Cinema and Safarnaama Pictures to support India's emerging independent filmmakers, reported Variety.

15 May 2026 3:22 pm
'Pati Patni Aur...' review: Ayushmann can't save unfunny, loud comedy

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do, the third part in the comedy franchise after BR Chopra's 1978 film and Mudassar Aziz's 2019 comedy, hit cinemas on Friday.

15 May 2026 3:16 pm
Drake drops 'Iceman' with 2 surprise albums!

Canadian rapper Drake has dropped three surprise albums on Friday at midnight (local time).

15 May 2026 2:17 pm
'Welcome 3' teaser: Akshay promises gags amid jungle adventure

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has dropped the teaser for his upcoming film Welcome to the Jungle.

15 May 2026 2:03 pm
How did a crew member die on 'Jailer 2' set?

In a tragic incident, a 28-year-old crew member died after being electrocuted on the sets of Rajinikanth's upcoming film Jailer 2 in Chennai.

15 May 2026 1:57 pm
Riteish's 'Raja Shivaji' crosses 90cr in India

The historical action drama Raja Shivaji, featuring Riteish Deshmukh in the lead role, has crossed the 90cr mark at the box office. The film achieved this milestone on its 14th day of release.

15 May 2026 11:36 am
The Pitt S03: Setting, storyline clues, and expectations

The critically acclaimed medical drama, The Pitt, is gearing up for its third season with some exciting updates.

15 May 2026 11:34 am
Britney Spears's rep denies 'erratic' behavior reports: 'Blown out of...proportion'

Britney Spears's representative has denied reports claiming the pop icon was erratic during a recent dinner outing.

15 May 2026 11:11 am
From fairytale love to separation: Mouni Roy-Suraj Nambiar's relationship timeline

Mouni Roy and her husband Suraj Nambiar have come out with a joint statement on Instagram confirming their separation after days of speculation.

15 May 2026 10:56 am
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin are pregnant!

Actor Dylan Sprouse and his model wife, Barbara Palvin, are expecting their first child together.

15 May 2026 10:52 am
Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan officially join 'The Batman 2'

Director Matt Reeves has confirmed several new additions to the cast of The Batman: Part II.

15 May 2026 10:45 am
Suriya-Trisha's 'Karuppu' resolves roadblocks; finally hits theaters

The much-anticipated Tamil film Karuppu, starring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, has finally been released worldwide.

15 May 2026 10:14 am
'Exam' review: Pushkar-Gayatri's series is not interesting enough

Pushkar and Gayatri's (Vikram Vedha) new Tamil series, Exam, is out on Amazon Prime Video.

15 May 2026 12:02 am
Tara Sutaria reveals 'lot of love for India' at Cannes

Actor Tara Sutaria is making her debut at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.

14 May 2026 6:29 pm
Ye turns to India amid global backlash

American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, will perform in India on May 23.

14 May 2026 6:27 pm