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Directed by Chinmay Mandlekar, the movie stars Manoj Bajpayee as an RBI governor navigating the chaos of the 1990s economic meltdown
The film also stars Sanya Malhotra, Indrajith Sukumaran, Saba Azad, Jitendra Joshi, Raj B. Shetty, Sapna Pabbi, Ankush Gedam, Riddhi Sen, Nagesh Bhonsle
The festival, broadcast by all stations of Akashvani, is back after a gap of eight years
In 2026, a single ticket to enter the event cost $100,000 (approximately 95 lakh)
Directed by Nagraj Manjule, the first season of the show was released on Prime Video on April 17
For Indian filmmakers, especially those outside the mainstream industry, the Oscars are no longer a distant, opaque institution mediated by national selection
From Thamizhan to Jana Nayagan: This is how TVK chief Vijay used Tamil cinema to lay the groundwork for his historical political debut
Starring Vidhu and Preethi Asrani in the lead, the film is set to release in theatres on May 8
Lightroom, a childrens book store in the city, is exhibiting illustrations by artist Priya Kuriyan
One of the two romantic films will be directed by Sai Marthand, known for the Telugu hit Little Hearts
With music scored by Santhosh Narayanan, Seyon is produced by Kamal Haasan and Mahendran under their Raaj Kamal Films International banner
Directed by Sbastien Vaniek, known for Infested, the film centres on a grieving woman who retreats to her in-laws isolated home after the death of her husband
Set in the mid-1970s, the film follows a 19-year-old Bourdain during a formative summer in Provincetown, Massachusetts, long before he became a globally recognised chef, author and television personality
From endangered shola craft to Raja Ravi Varma paintings, inspiration was plentiful for desis, who turned up in their couture best, with some, choosing to highlight Indian craftsmanship and artistry. Here are our favourite looks
The exhibition Varna Mythri at the historic Salar Jung museum to mark its 75th year displays 80 of his major works
J.C. Creations latest play was an attempt to balance humour, suspense and a social message.
With a budget of $250 million and filmed in IMAX, Christopher Nolans The Odyssey, starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson, will hit the screens on July 17, 2026
Theatrix Stage Crafters new play reveals how a cowering woman can also fight back and save a life when needed.
Directed by Achuth Giri, Meenukal has been screened at various film festivals and have won numerous awards
The director speaks about his association with filmmaker-producers Lokesh Kanagaraj and Karthik Subbaraj, the pros and cons of making a love story with newcomers, and more
These films had Vijay fighting for the common man and their issues
Do not force push these pages away because you cant. Decades may pass but one thing is rock we are never ever letting go of lightsabers, starfighters, or stormtroopers.
The film, produced by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, will be presented to the global film community at the March du Film on May 14
The organisation behind the Oscars has addressed the use of artificial intelligence in performances and scripts for the 2027 Academy Awards, apart from allowing an actor to be nominated for more than one performance in a single category
In her new work at the Venice Biennale, artist Nalini Malini examines the patriarchal order in which violence against women is legitimised
From Steve McCurry to Dayanita Singh, five photographers speak about Raghu Rai, and delve into their shared, personal histories sometimes reverent, sometimes complicated, often deeply affectionate that together trace the presence of a figure who was as influential as he was impossible to ignore
The makers of Peddi, starring Ram Charan, Shivarajkumar and Janhvi Kapoor, have announced the release date of the pan-Indian movie with a fresh poster
In her new work at the Venice Biennale, artist Nalini Malini examines the patriarchal order in which violence against women is legitimised
The Gaeilge-spitting provocateurs take a year of scandal and state pressure and flip it into a searing anti-imperialist barrage driven by Irish resistance, Palestine solidarity and gallows humour
Written, directed and led by Deshmukh, the lengthy historical remains content with glorifying the Maratha warrior king rather than inquiring into the nature of his glory
On the manospheres prime time slot and toxic influencers who are shaping a new generation
Deepu S Kumar, one of the finest editors in the Kannada film industry, is celebrating 20 years of crafting blockbusters for the big screen, including hits such as Mungaru Male and Duniya
First launched by Capcom in the 1990s, the Resident Evil franchise has grown into one of gamings defining horror properties, most recently expanding with this years Resident Evil Requiem
Runa Laila will receive the Minar-e-Dilli award at the 15th Delhi International Film Festival; she has called for greater cultural collaboration among SAARC countries
Mollywood Times, starring Naslen and directed by Abhinav Sunder Nayak, was earlier scheduled to release on May 14, 2026
With a semblance of story and a decent character arc for the protagonist, KD, starring Dhruva Sarja and directed by Prem, is aimed at lovers of loud masala movie lovers who care less for depth in writing
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan refuses to grant the relief pursuant to the submissions made by Additional Public Prosecutor K.M.D. Muhilan
Ezhichur Aravindans script and Mapillai Ganeshs direction turned a family secret and mistaken identities into a complete entertainment
At a recent lecture-demonstration, senior musician and scholar R.K. Shriramkumar explained the lyrical and technical intricacies of Syama Sastris work.
The Belgian-born artists solo show blends psychology, culture and colour at Maison Dart Banjara
The Belgian-born artists solo show blends psychology, culture and colour at Maison Datre Banjara
The Devil Wears Prada has become a cultural phenomenon, beloved even by people who were born years after its release.
Writer-director Vignesh Raja speaks about directing Dhanush in Kara, letting actors find the moment, the pleasures of working with his writing partner Alfred Prakash and managing star-led expectations.
While photographing legendary musicians, Raghu Rai turned into a rasika to experience the moment before capturing it.
Described as a family-oriented adventure with emotional undertones, the film follows a young piglet squid living deep in the South Pacific Ocean
The story follows the aftermath of a failed mission by a group of heroes who are unable to defeat the powerful beast king Clevatess
Set to premiere on August 5 on Apple TV, the upcoming season picks up after the events of Season 3, with Ted Lasso returning to London for what is described as his toughest assignment yet managing a second-division womens football squad
For independent musician Kaber Vasuki, who is now on the Frangipani Tour 2026, song writing is therapy
Beyond music, spectacle and scale, the biographical film shows how the iconic trendsetter had a rare ability to bring people together around a shared cause.

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