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Scorpions Coming Home India tour cancelled due to medical concerns, tickets to be refunded

Scorpions have pulled the plug on their Coming Home India tour, which was set to kick off on April 21 in Shillong, with stops in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai

18 Apr 2026 5:24 pm
French film star Nathalie Baye dead at 77, says family

Nathalie Baye, a stalwart of French cinema, starred in some 80 films and took home the best actress Cesar Frances equivalent of the Oscars four times, including three years running from 1981 to 1983

18 Apr 2026 4:10 pm
Paripadi: Actor-director Joju George announces his second directorial venture

The film, produced by Venu Kunnampilly, will have music by Tamil composer Yuvan Shankar Raja

18 Apr 2026 3:54 pm
Chiyaan 63: Vikram teams up with Anand Shankar and Sathya Jyothi Films

Vikrams Chiyaan 63 will have music from Santhosh Narayanan and cinematography by RD Rajasekar

18 Apr 2026 1:31 pm
In Bollywoods backyard, Marathi cinema finds a fresh voice

In a state dominated by big-budget Hindi films and Bollywood stars, Marathi cinema is carving out space with fresher, more rooted stories increasingly finding younger audiences on OTT platforms. Heres a guide to discovering them

18 Apr 2026 11:36 am
Gauthami Nair is buoyed by the response to the Tamil web series Kaakee Circus

Actor Gauthami Nair talks about her latest Tamil web series Kaakee Circus, focussing on education and, turning her attention to acting

17 Apr 2026 10:39 pm
Lee Cronins The Mummy review: Vile, derivative franchise resurrection is wrapped in borrowed bandages

Cronin unearths plenty, though very little feels newly discovered. If this is what resurrection looks like, the tomb might be safer sealed for a while even monsters deserve better caretakers

17 Apr 2026 6:39 pm
Mr X movie review: Arya-Gautham Karthiks promising mission undone by excess

An ambitious spy thriller that hooks early, only to get weighed down by overlong action sequences

17 Apr 2026 5:50 pm
Composer Parvatish Pradeep on his songs from the Vaazha franchise going viral

A mash-up of his songs Makane and Koodeppirannor is trending on social media

17 Apr 2026 4:41 pm
Papam Prathap movie review: Thiruveers dramedy makes for cumbersome viewing

Director SP Durga Nareshs film is undone by its persistently sexual undertones, and conservative approach to marriage and gender

17 Apr 2026 3:02 pm
Thimmarajupalli TV movie review: A nostalgic Telugu drama with 50 newcomers

Debut director V. Munirajus Telugu film revisits simpler times to explore human relationships and evolving mindsets

17 Apr 2026 2:53 pm
Bhooth Bangla movie review: Dead jokes walking

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan stretch hard to rediscover their old mojo in a painfully formulaic horror-comedy that feels more like a tired tribute to their past glory than a fresh fare.

17 Apr 2026 2:25 pm
Street Fighter trailer: Iconic fighters packed into high-stakes tournament into big-screen adaptation

The trailer features fan-favourite fighters including Ryu, Chun-Li, Ken Masters, Guile and Balrog, alongside recognisable elements such as the Hadouken attack and arcade-style cues

17 Apr 2026 11:01 am
Matka King series review: A cautionary tale on the cost of ambition that pays rich dividends

Fired by Vijay Varmas restrained intensity and director Nagraj Manjules signature social realism,Matka Kingturns out to be a familiar but gripping crime drama that is worth betting on.

17 Apr 2026 10:32 am
The art engager: Continuum exhibition blends art and home life in Gurugram

Ongoing exhibition Continuum, an exhibition at The Art Hub, Gurugram, dissolves boundaries between art and everyday life for meaningful conversations on the around the language of light, colour, instinct, and emotion

17 Apr 2026 10:20 am
How this Tholpavakoothu institute in Palakkad is giving a major fillip to the art form

Harisree Kannan Tholpavakoothu Kalakendram led by veteran Lakshmana Pulavar has been making efforts to sustain the legacy of Tholpavakoothu

17 Apr 2026 9:55 am
Jus Reign on Late Bloomer: Theres beauty in hesitation and doubt

Jasmeet Raina reflects on how stepping away from his popular YouTube persona, Jus Reign, helped him create the dramedy dedicated to people finding their own pace

17 Apr 2026 8:13 am
The ordinary world has given me everything | Subodh Guptas monumental A Fistful of Sky at NMACC

One of the artists largest shows is on at the NMACC and Subodh Gupta calls it short stories interwoven with his experiences and journey

17 Apr 2026 6:26 am
Season 2 of Prime Videos Sapne vs Everyone gets release date

Starring Ambrish Verma, Paramvir Singh Cheema, and Vijayant Kohli in lead, the series is produced The Viral Fever (TVF)

16 Apr 2026 5:17 pm
Udta Teer: Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan to star in upcoming spy comedy

The film is backed by Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment, marking their fourth collaboration after Kill, Gyaarah Gyaarah, and The Lunchbox

16 Apr 2026 4:49 pm
Lead directing double works

Neither vulnerable, South deals

16 Apr 2026 1:32 pm
Asha Bhosle | 1933-2026

Bhosle, who recorded more than 12,000 songs in over 20 Indian and foreign languages, is widely considered one of the most versatile voices in Indian music

16 Apr 2026 11:28 am
Netflix to refocus on ads, content after failed Warner Bros bid

Netflix is expected to report a 15.5% increase in revenue to $12.18 billion in the first quarter

16 Apr 2026 9:29 am
Sumana Ramanans book explores the unique musical world of Arun Kashalkar

Titled The Secret Master: Arun Kashalkar and a Journey to the Edge of Music, the book profiles an artiste shaped as much by inward enquiry and lineage as by performance.

15 Apr 2026 6:09 pm
Rituparna Sengupta interview: On Rahul Arunoday Banerjees death and the no-work protest

As the Bengali film industry rallies in protest, the actor calls for answers, safety, and systemic change

15 Apr 2026 5:49 pm
The Whole Story: A powerful showcase of Dalit art, identity, and resistance at Lalit Kala Akademi

Marking Dalit History Month, The Whole Story at Lalit Kala Akademi brings together 36 artists exploring anti-caste thought and narratives of resilience and self-expression

15 Apr 2026 4:44 pm
Jerax trailer: Srinidhi Bengalurus film promises a fun fantasy thriller

The Kannada series, starring Nagabhushana and Payal Chengappa in lead roles, is set to premiere on ZEE5

15 Apr 2026 4:35 pm
52 Blue trailer: Neha Dhupia plays a mother in her international film debut

Directed by acclaimed Egyptian filmmaker Ali El Arabi, the film also stars Adil Hussain and Shashidhar Yadav in pivotal roles

15 Apr 2026 4:28 pm
15 Apr 2026 2:17 pm
The 10 best food movies you have probably never heard of

While you may love Ratatouille and Chef, we curate a selection of lesser-known international films where food is the main character

15 Apr 2026 2:04 pm
Katy Perry accused of sexual assault by actor Ruby Rose

Rose made the allegation on social media, responding to a post about Perrys recent appearance at the Coachella

15 Apr 2026 12:43 pm
Dark comedy Lasht wish play to create an immersive theatre experience in Hyderabad

Theatre group Play of Shiva tells the thought-provoking story in a lighthearted way

15 Apr 2026 11:44 am
World Heritage Day special: Meet IT professional Ramesh Vangipuram, who embarked on a journey to retrace the Chola armys march to the Gangetic plains

With the help of the Thirumalai inscription, maps and scholars, he pieced together King Rajendra Is Northern campaign.

15 Apr 2026 11:22 am
Yash on Toxic at CinemaCon 2026: It shows a dark character in a unique way

Starring Yash, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, is directed by Geethu Mohandas and is set to release on June 04, 2026. The actor spoke about the film at CinemaCon 2026

15 Apr 2026 7:58 am
Anime music icon Hiroshi Kitadani of One Piece fame set to perform at Mumbai Comic Con in May

Kitadani is widely known for performing We Are!, the iconic opening theme of One Piece, a track that has become closely associated with the long-running anime franchise

14 Apr 2026 4:27 pm
Varun Dhawans Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai first-look teaser out; film gets new release date

Directed by David Dhawan, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai also features Maniesh Paul, Chunky Pandey, Jimmy Shergill, and Mouni Roy

14 Apr 2026 2:50 pm
Inside Dacoit: Shaneil Deo on directing Adivi Sesh and crafting the film

From directing Adivi Sesh to handling a 65-crore canvas, Shaneil breaks down the films visual language, performances and production challenges

14 Apr 2026 2:26 pm
The Boroughs trailer: Duffer Brothers back a supernatural drama set in a retirement community

The Boroughs, set to premiere on Netflix, promises a wild mix of horror, mystery, and heartfelt moments

14 Apr 2026 1:55 pm
Insidious: Out of the Further trailer: New terrors unleashed as franchise returns with sixth film

Directed by Jacob Chase, the new film follows a fresh set of characters while expanding the mythology established in earlier entries like Insidious: The Red Door

14 Apr 2026 12:48 pm
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse CinemaCon 2026 preview teases finale, new stills revealed

Filmmakers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, along with directors Bob Persichetti and Justin K. Thompson, presented the preview, describing the film as an emotional final chapter to Miles Morales story

14 Apr 2026 11:48 am
Lorraine Hansberry: the life of an icon behind the scenes and beyond

She once said, One cannot live with sighted eyes and feeling heart and not know or react to the miseries which afflict this world. Read onto know more...

13 Apr 2026 10:45 am
Asha Bhosle: 7 Interesting facts about the legendary singer

Known for her versatility and a sharp vocal range, Bhosle sang some of the most iconic songs in her eight-decade-long career

12 Apr 2026 4:34 pm
Asha Bhosle dies at 92: 10 songs that defined her legendary career

From cabaret swagger to ghazal grace, these 10 defining tracks trace how the iconic playback singer kept reinventing Hindi film music across generations

12 Apr 2026 2:19 pm
Asha Bhosle, singing legend passes away in Mumbai; tributes pour in | LIVE

Asha Bhosle's last rites will be held at Mumbai's Shivaji Park on Monday (April 13) after a public homage

12 Apr 2026 2:06 pm
Transgender Amendment Act: In their voice

As a new law tightens its grip on how trans identities are defined, an independent queer film cuts through the noise

12 Apr 2026 12:50 pm
Sabrina Carpenter apologises after misidentifying cultural chant during Coachella set

Sabrina Carpenter has apologised after mistaking a traditional Arabic celebratory chant for yodeling during her Coachella set, following backlash over the onstage exchange

12 Apr 2026 12:12 pm
Asha Bhosle admitted to hospital due to chest infection, says her granddaughter

Sources had earlier said she suffered cardiac arrest and also had pulmonary problems

11 Apr 2026 11:14 pm