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Lara Dutta Bhupathi to play single NRI mother in her next home production
The actress is set to return to the big screen alongside Vinay Pathak, who also co-starred in her debut production, Chalo Dilli (2011).
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Power Paandi trailer: Dhanush's film holds promise, surprisingly mellow Rajkiran
The trailer of Dhanush's directorial debut, Power Paandi, is finally out and shows a glimpse of an emotional story about life after 60.
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The man from Munich: Josef Wirsching's remarkable journey to Bombay Talkies
A key member of the Bombay Talkies team, Josef Wirsching embraced Indian cinema in its early days and changed its direction. From the noirish German expression in Mahal (1949) to the magical flavours of Lucknow in Pakeezah (1972), the cinematographer imbued Hindi cinema with unforgettable scenes. On his 114th birth anniversary, Cinestaan.com spoke with his grandson, artist Georg Wirsching, on the legacy of the Munich man.
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Salman Khan leads, but Kapil Sharma, Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar break into top 10 tax payers' list
Reports indicate that Salman has paid an advance tax amounting to Rs44.5 crore for 2016-17, which is Rs12 crore more than his Rs32 crore mark last year.
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10 Rani Mukerji roles that will leave you spellbound — birthday special
On Mukerji's 39th birthday today (21 March), we take a look at the films that depict the journey of one of the great actresses of our time.
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From Imtiaz Ali to Nandita Das: A new India through six short films
Imtiaz Ali, Pradeep Sarkar, Sudhir Mishra, Hansal Mehta, Nandita Das and Rohan Sippy came together for a summit to create six individual short films depicting their perspective of a new, diverse India.
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This short film proves why Nawazuddin Siddiqui is the perfect Manto
In a short film titled 'In Defence of Freedom', Siddiqui gives a glimpse of the fiery oratory he might bring to Nandita Das's Manto.
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I want to embarrass my kids: Shah Rukh Khan speaks on stardom
At the recent India Today conclave, the actor spoke effusively on his stardom, perception and how 'to shut up' on social media is the best solution.
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Sonata trailer: Aparna Sen, Shabana Azmi, Lillete Dubey bond in an age of loneliness
Sonata marks the return of Sen to the director's chair, and the trailer is embedded with her signature subtle touches of emotions, ideology and sensitivity.
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What were Ranbir Kapoor and Mahira Khan up to in these curious videos?
The two actors were present at the Global Teacher Prize ceremony in Dubai, and shared some funny and curious moments backstage.
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10 Alka Yagnik songs that will steal your heart — birthday special
From 'Ek Do Teen' in Tezaab to AR Rahman's compositions in Lagaan and Taal, Yagnik's is a voice that is immediately recognisable and loved.
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SS Rajamouli's Baahubali 2 trailer crosses 50 million views in a day
Co-produced by Arka Mediaworks and Dharma Productions, Baahubali: The Conclusion stars Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Sathyaraj and Nasser among others.
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Aparna Sen, Lillete Dubey, and Shabana Azmi to come together for an English film
The three actresses will be seen onscreen in the movie version of Mahesh Elkunchwar's play, Sonata.
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If some people don't have children, it's fine: Vidya Balan on scrutiny of married women
In her latest interview, the Begum Jaan actress has criticised the constant pressure on married women and actresses, to bear children.
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Katrina Kaif to play herself opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Aanand L Rai's next
While Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly playing a dwarf, Katrina Kaif has the easier job of playing herself in Aanand L Rai's next film.
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Naam Shabana trailer 2: Akshay Kumar, Taapsee Pannu get ready to kill or be killed for the country
The latest trailer of Shivam Nair's film is as hard hitting as it gets about the sacrifices made by agents fighting for their country.
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Box office: Varun-Alia's Badrinath Ki Dulhania ends first week with a solid Rs72.25 crore
The Alia Bhatt-Varun Dhawan starrer notched up good business on its first week, with Rs 72.25 crores, and looks likely to continue its good form through the next week.
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Akshay Kumar donates Rs1.08 crore to families of martyred jawans
The actor donated Rs9 lakh each to the families of the 12 CRPF soldiers killed in the Naxal ambush in Chhatisgarh.
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Anushka Sharma, Swara Bhaskar back Karan Johar in nepotism debate
The actresses joined the list of leading names speaking up on the issue of nepotism in Hindi cinema.
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Police complaint against Kamal Haasan for 'hurting Hindu sentiments'
The complaint has been filed by the Hindu Makkal Katchi for making allegedly derogatory comments against Hinduism.