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Before algorithms began deciding viewing habits and streaming platforms changed the grammar of how stories are told here, Bollywood had a simpler promise to audiences – Entertainment, entertainment and entertainment. The songs were louder, the colours brighter, the emotions uncomplicated. Families entered theatres expecting three hours of escape, and often left humming the music for months. For Pooja Hegde, that memory remains personal. “I grew up on 90s Bollywood music,” she says. “Those songs weren’t…

By the time Peddi finishes production, it may end up being remembered as one of the most physically punishing films of Ram Charan’s career. According to multiple reports emerging from the set, Charan sustained a ligament injury while training and shooting with real wrestlers brought in for the film’s akhada sequences. Unlike stunt performers trained for cinema timing, several of the wrestlers reportedly approached physical contact instinctively, with competitive force. One mistimed grapple during rehearsal…

Before Bollywood became obsessed with airport minimalism and beige Instagram aesthetics, there was the glorious fashion madness of the 1990s. Neon co-ords, metallic fabrics, impossible sunglasses, printed shirts loud enough to make us cringe. Hindi cinema once dressed like it had absolutely no fear of judgment. And honestly, that’s exactly why people still remember it. With Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai tapping into the spirit of old-school Bollywood entertainers, Pooja Hegde found herself revisiting…

Actor Bhumi Satish Pednekkar recently shared her honest thoughts on social media culture, follower-driven casting, and the changing landscape of cinema during an NDTV panel discussion. Reflecting on the current industry dynamics, Bhumi admitted that she feels fortunate to have entered the film industry before social media numbers became a deciding factor for opportunities. “I feel I am very lucky that I did not debut in that era, otherwise I don’t feel an actor like…

Medha Shankr marked an interesting turn in her filmography by transitioning from the quiet realism of 12th Fail to the breezy charm of Ginny Wedss Sunny 2. The actress was immensely praised for her grounded performance in 12th Fail, however, she admits that she naturally gravitates towards love stories – as an actor and as an individual. “I am a very romantic person. I love romance. So, apart from the good work that I am…

Back in 2007, Akshay Kumar starred in Aneez Bazmee’s Welcome and got everyone obsessed with Uncha Lamba Kad, a viral musical fever that continues to get the audience grooving even today. 19 years later, the song has been recreated for Welcome To The Jungle, a complete family entertainer that’s easily become one of the most awaited big-ticket films of recent times. While Uncha Lamba Kad Forever brings back the nostalgia and the same swag of…

In an industry where fitness has become an integral part of an actor’s identity, few stars have demonstrated the consistency, discipline, and physical transformation that Aayush Sharma has over the years. While conversations around Bollywood’s fitness icons often revolve around a select few names, Aayush has quietly carved a space for himself with a physique that is both impressive and hard-earned. From rigorous workout routines to intense action training, the actor has consistently shown a…

One of Bollywood’s most beloved musical memories is back with a fresh new avatar. Junglee Music, a division of Times Music, has released ‘Ucha Lamba Kad Forever’, the latest track from the much-awaited comedy entertainer Welcome To The Jungle, bringing together nostalgia, star power and a contemporary sound for a new generation of audiences. Featuring Akshay Kumar and Disha Patani, the song revives the spirit of the iconic chartbuster while giving it a vibrant, modern…

Marathi cinema has consistently delivered stories that capture the warmth, madness, emotions, and humor of family life in the most relatable way. From chaotic households and generational clashes to emotional reunions and wholesome comedy, these films remind audiences that despite all the drama, family remains the strongest support system. Here are five Marathi feel-good films that beautifully celebrate family chaos and togetherness. Super Duperr (Marathi ZEE5)Packed with confusion, comedy, and nonstop family madness, Super Duperr…

From Bollywood heroine to humanitarian activist, Somy Ali opens up on reinvention, the real meaning of visibility, rescuing over 50,000 lives, and why sitting with survivors at 3 a.m. taught her more than any classroom ever could. Her life has moved through Pakistan, Miami, Bollywood, activism, and filmmaking. When asked which version of herself understood reality the least, she does not hesitate. It was the sixteen-year-old who stepped off a plane into a world of…