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Known for her versatility and a sharp vocal range, Bhosle sang some of the most iconic songs in her eight-decade-long career
Political figures express their sorrow and admiration for legendary singer Asha Bhosles remarkable contributions to Indian music
The two iconic playback singer sisters added a new charm to the songs which they sung together, collaborating for over eighty songs across different films
From cabaret swagger to ghazal grace, these 10 defining tracks trace how the iconic playback singer kept reinventing Hindi film music across generations
Asha Bhosle's last rites will be held at Mumbai's Shivaji Park on Monday (April 13) after a public homage
As a new law tightens its grip on how trans identities are defined, an independent queer film cuts through the noise
Sabrina Carpenter has apologised after mistaking a traditional Arabic celebratory chant for yodeling during her Coachella set, following backlash over the onstage exchange
Sources had earlier said she suffered cardiac arrest and also had pulmonary problems
From Ariyakudi Ramanuja Iyengars Tiruppavai verse in its original raga to the unhurried sarvalaghu kalpanaswaras of the K.V. Narayanaswamy school, Pattabhiram Pandits concert was a fitting tribute to KVN and Ariyakkudis patantaram.
Much to his gurus style, Prashanths concert stood out for precise kalpanaswaras, clear diction and seamless raga transitions.
Amaidhipadaithrew a light on how vile politics at the highest level could be, and was laced with commercial elements
Heres a comprehensive look into the legal battle behind actor-politician Vijays swansong film Jana Nayagan. The film, directed by H Vinoth, fell into a fresh controversy when it was leaked online recently
As the films producers rush to contain the fallout of the Vijay-starrers leak, their anti-piracy partner is attempting to stem distribution, while preserving torrent traffic logs
Bengali filmmaker Goutam Ghose restores films and histories across Chennai and Kolkata
In a neon-drenched Chennai of 2040, Vignesh Shivan crafts an imaginative rom-com that charms in parts but struggles to sustain its ideas, and the second-half blues of Tamil cinema sadly continue
With Irish actor Andrew Scott onboard as executive producer, director Pranav Bhasins short film asks: can we outwork the machines?
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, the film will be released on Disney+ on May 12
Chief Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari and Justice G. Arul Murugan dismiss two public interest litigation petitions filed against the movie
This iconic 1975 classic, directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg, redefined the thriller genre and set the benchmark for event cinema
Director Shaneil Deos debut mixes romance and social commentary, but does it land?
Presented by Sumanasa Foundation, the event marks the culmination of its Grants Project 202526.
Vinay Pathaks brutal turn exposes the toxicity of dysfunctional relationships cloaked in civility in this Rajat Kapoor whodunit
The global superstar will announce Anime of the Year during the ceremony in Tokyo on May 23
This years Competition leans heavily toward global independent cinema, with minimal presence from major U.S. studios. The question looming over the Competition is whether Neon can push that streak to an unprecedented seven Palme dOr wins in a row
Riz Ahmed breaks down how Bait blends Bollywood disco, the UKs club culture, and spy-thriller anxiety into a surreal take on identity, ambition, and the chaos of modern city life
Vaazha: Biopic of a Billion Bros, the coming-of-age comedy movie, explores the lives of four friends and how they struggle to find stability in their lives
Prosecutors secured the exact sentence they asked for after casting Sangha as a Ketamine Queen who had an elaborate drug operation catering to high-end clients to give herself a jet-setting lifestyle.
At Artworld Saralas Art Centre, three artists shaped by the legacy of the Government College of Fine Arts revisit a shared lineage while charting distinct visual journeys
Harrison Ford leads the ensemble to a charming, teary conclusion, as Jason Segels Jimmy and his friends edge towards their happily ever afters
Jerax is billed as a fantasy-comedy thriller with a narrative shaped by dark humour and suspense
ZEE5 has dropped the trailer for Rajat Kapoors Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa, a murder mystery starring an ensemble, including seasoned actors Vinay Pathak and Ranvir Shorey
The third edition of ShowKeen brings together over 40 artists and more than 200 modern and contemporary Indian artworks, alongside panel discussions
What we step over every day becomes the subject of a deeper conversation in at On Painted Ground, a magazine which brings floor drawings back into focus as living traditions
Held in the shadow of global tensions, stalwarts of Urdushayarilit up the evening at the 57th Shankar-Shad Mushaira in Delhi.
Actors Natty and Thambi Ramaiah speak about their upcoming political satire, the importance of political literacy among youth, and the allegations that the film takes a dig at actor-turned-politician and TVK leader Vijay
Blending The Zoo Story and Homelife, the debut production reflects on loneliness and modern relationships
Production house Mythri Movie Makers squashed rumours about changes to Jr NTRs look and claims of canceled shoots of the actors film with Prashanth Neel
Deepika Padukone is set to play the female lead in Raaka, produced by Kalanithi Maran of Sun Pictures
Steel Ball Run: JoJos Bizarre Adventure is coming back for its second stage in Fall 2026. Fans will be treated to new episodes every week
Directed by Vivek Soni, the film is set to be released in theatres on May 22
Indian filmmaker Onir has bagged the Hivos Free to Be Me Award 2026 for his powerful film We Are Faheem & Karun, set to be celebrated at the Roze Filmdagen Festival in Amsterdam
Kannada actor Poornachandra Mysore is stepping behind the camera for his directorial debut with Mother Promise, an emotional-comedy-thriller backed by Dhananjaya
Set in the spooky town of Mangalpur, Priyadarshans Bhooth Bangla follows Akshay Kumars character as he tackles a creepy mansion rocked by a vengeful entity named Vadhusur
Directed by Dijo Jose Antony, the film is set to release in theatres on April 10
Also starring Krithi Shetty and SJ Suryah in pivotal roles, the film is set to hit theatres on April 10.
Samara Weaving smartly surfs a tide of blood and combusting bodies alongside Kathryn Newton in an explosive sequel

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