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Meghna and father Gulzar discuss meaning of Dilbaro in Raazi song making video
A behind-the-scenes featurette on the bidaai song shows the track's journey from recording studio to the outdoor film sets.
Article Hindi
Anushka Sharma announces plans to open animal shelter outside Mumbai
The actress said she was inspired by His Holiness the Dalai Lama to take up this noble initiative.
Article Hindi
Gautam Chintamani on 30 years of Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak: It pressed a refresh button on Hindi cinema
Author Gautam Chintamani catalogued the making of the iconic romance film and dissected its impact and influence by speaking with the cast and crew of the 1988 film.
Article Hindi
Rajkummar Rao, Hansal Mehta to unite for sixth project, titled Swagat Hain
According to Mehta, the film will be a statement about freedom of expression, hypocrisy and exploitation of women at the workplace and in personal spaces.
Article Hindi
Chinese artists play RD Burman's 'Yeh Vaada Raha' song for Narendra Modi, Xi Jinping
The Indian prime minister and the Chinese president have met to discuss on the common interests between the two nations.
Article Hindi
Diljit Dosanjh's Soorma to be released on 13 July; avoids clash with Sanju
Soorma, based on the incredible comeback story of Indian hockey player Sandeep Singh, was earlier scheduled to hit the screens with Sanju on 29 June.
Slideshow British Hindi
Birthday special: Iconic looks by costume wizard Bhanu Athaiya
The Oscar-winning artiste, the first Indian to win one, turns 89 today. We revisit famous costumes from her long and noted career.
Article Chinese Hindi
Aamir Khan's Thugs of Hindostan to be released in India, China simultaneously?
The film's producers, along with Khan, plan to promote it in a big way in the Middle Kingdom.
Article British
Irrfan Khan, Kelly Macdonald's Puzzle to open Edinburgh International Film Festival
The 72nd edition of the Scottish festival is being held from 20 June to 1 July.
Article American
Priyanka Chopra gets her dog Diana to GMA interview on 'bring your kids to work' day
The actress was on the show to promote the third season of her television show, Quantico.
Article Hindi
45 years of Yash Raj Films’ Daag: Yash Chopra's conviction as a producer
On the 45th anniversary of the blockbuster's release today, we recall how Chopra passed his first litmus test as producer and made a film with a controversial plot on his own terms.
Article Bengali Hindi
10 significant roles of Moushumi Chatterjee – Birthday special
For her 65th birthday, we look at some of Chatterjee’s important film roles from Hindi and Bengali cinema.
Article Hindi
Sonam Kapoor: Kareena Kapoor is my favourite hero to work with
Sonam and Kareena, alongwith co-stars Swara Bhasker and Shikha Talsania, were presenting the first trailer of their film, Veere Di Wedding at a media launch.
Article Hindi
Veere Di Wedding trailer: Meet the bold and badass Kareena, Sonam, Swara, Shikha
The first trailer for the film, directed by Shashanka Ghosh, shows the four girlfriends dealing with highs and lows of life with a generous sprinkling of vanity and profanity.
Article Hindi
Deepika Padukone walks red carpet, honoured at Time 100 gala
The actress attended the black tie gala on 24 April, held at the Lincoln Centre in New York City.
Article Ladakhi
Praveen Morchhale: Child non-actors make Walking With The Wind special
Fresh off of winning the National Award for Best Ladakhi film, writer-director Morchhale spoke with Cinestaan.com about the joyous experiences of making the film, how the idea came to him and why casting Sonam Wangyal was the toughest task.
Article Hindi
Sanju first look poster: Ranbir Kapoor walks in Sanjay Dutt's shoes
While Kapoor certainly looks the part, the design of the poster is a bit underwhelming for a feature film so anticipated.
Article Hindi
Veere Di Wedding poster features Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi
The first trailer for the film will be released on Wednesday, 25 April.
Article Hindi
Subhash Ghai says he's shocked, amazed, amused by Rajkumar Hirani's Sanjay Dutt biopic
The filmmaker saw the first teaser of the keenly awaited biopic when Hirani stopped by the film institute, Whistling Woods International.
Article Hindi
Shamshad Begum’s triumphant comeback with Naushad in Mother India
The song ‘Pi Ke Ghar Aaj Pyari Dulhaniya Chali’ is a terrific example of the power of Shamshad's singular voice.