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Everyone seems destined to discover Hers the hard way. Heres how the bittersweet melancholia of the bands internet afterlife makes for the most crushing pieces of indie music lore

Lightroom, a childrens book store in the city, is exhibiting illustrations by artist Priya Kuriyan

The French-Algerian artist will be curating the seventh edition of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, and he wants it to be a place where people negotiate how to live together

Filmmaker Mira Nairs next, Amri, is a biopic about the groundbreaking Hungarian-Indian painter Amrita Sher-Gil, with Anjali Sivaraman in the lead role. Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Jaideep Ahlawat are also part of the cast

Directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, System, starring Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika and Ashutosh Gowariker, is touted to be a courtroom thriller that deals with themes such as moral ethics and justice

McKellen said Guinness urged him to withdraw from the movement, believing actors should avoid involvement in political causes

Ahead of the Cannes premiere of his new film Bitter Christmas, the Spanish auteur reflected on this years Oscars telecast and said he was surprised by how few attendees addressed issues such as the war in Gaza or former U.S. president Donald Trump

Based on Masamune Shirows influential cyberpunk manga, the new Science SARU adaptation appears to lean closer to the source material than earlier screen versions

The transaction positions Sony for streaming payments for hit songs ranging from Journeys Dont Stop Believin and Beyonces Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It) to Lady Gagas Bad Romance and Leonard Cohens Hallelujah

The journey comes full circle in Yogi vs Bhogi, an English adaptation of the 7thcentury Sanskrit farce Bhagavadajjukam, presented by Punaha Theatre and directed by Mahesh Dattani blending humour, philosophy, gender and Yakshagana.

A regular at retro film music shows, Sai Vignesh displayed a sound grasp of Carnatic music as well at Mudhras Chithirai Music Festival.

The one-woman performance by The Play Factory weaves together three fictionalised narratives rooted in lived experiences across public and private spaces.

Staged recently at the Kodai Nataka Vizha, the play loses its grip on its central theme due to an unconvincing script.

The leading duo unveiled the title look of the film during the kickoff of the El Clasico match-up between Barcelona FC and Real Madrid, streaming it live through their social media handles at 12.30 am.

The third franchise sequel will see the return of Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil as Georgekuttys family members, alongside Siddique, Asha Sharath and Murali Gopy

According to the complaint filed in California federal court, Samsung allegedly began placing Lipas image on TV boxes last year as part of a large-scale retail marketing campaign

Spilling the tea on Tea

Even when it stumbles in its exploration of identity, Rathna Kumars film captures the aching fantasy of love with striking conviction

Warner Bros. Discovery honors Sir David Attenborough with special programming on Discovery Channel and Animal Planet

The actor will replace Vaibhav Raj Gupta to play the character of Annu Bhaiya in the new season

Written and directed by Aditya Kripalani, Main Actor Nahin Hoon is filled with some heavy-handed conversations that break the rhythm of its minimalistic design with the voice of the filmmaker often getting in way of letting the characters stay human

Sachu Mathew Kuruvilas AI animated short, The Light, explores loneliness and emotional connection

Simon McQuoids sequel finally delivers the tournament carnage fans demanded, although endless lore dumps and limp character work leave this blood-soaked arcade adaptation stuck in an eternal continue screen

The ongoing exhibitions of Kalakriti and Srishti art galleries showcase contemporary and folk art

The Malayalam short film Blue Lily is different take on the impact of domestic violence

The 103yearold Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh reflects Benarass inclusive spirit, where devotion and diverse musical traditions converge in Hanumans temple.

Directed by Chinmay Mandlekar, the movie stars Manoj Bajpayee as an RBI governor navigating the chaos of the 1990s economic meltdown

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

In the next few months, this integration will bring together the streaming service under one brand, spanning Subscription Video on Demand (SVOD), Advertising Video on Demand (AVOD), Transactional Video on Demand (TVOD), and add-on subscriptions

As David Attenborough turns 100 on May 8, Indian naturalists, conservationists, writers, filmmakers, and wildlife experts reflect on his conservation and climate impact

Amidst controversy about billionaire patronage, Indians arrived at the Met Gala with art and history on their side

Starring Vidhu and Preethi Asrani in the lead, the film is set to release in theatres on May 8

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

Despite the challenges, teenage artists and veteran masters have kept this centuries-old Buddhist art tradition alive.

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.

Theatrix Stage Crafters new play reveals how a cowering woman can also fight back and save a life when needed.

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 soil and thread to immersive myth and monumental sculpture, Indias Venice Biennale 2026 presence expands beyond the pavilion into a layered meditation on home and identity

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