Kochi-set thriller Switch Off to travel to Paris genre festival
The 11-minute thriller Switch Off, set in Kochi, will screen at Paris' L'Étrange Festival in September 2026.
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Hollywood's Summer Box Office Hits Post-Pandemic High
Summer box office hits $4.6 billion, up 26% from last year, as diverse films draw audiences back.
Oscar Season Heats Up: Five Early Contenders to Watch
As fall festivals wrap, early Oscar predictions spotlight Nolan's 'The Odyssey,' New York-set dramas, and international gems.
Shiv Thakare to Make Marathi Film Debut with Gangster-Politician Drama 'Raktneeti'
Bigg Boss Marathi 2 winner Shiv Thakare will star in the Marathi film 'Raktneeti', playing a gangster-turned-politician.
Freddie Mercury at 80: The Enduring Legacy of Queen's Showman
Remembering Freddie Mercury on his 80th birthday, from Queen's anthems to his Live Aid legacy and ongoing HIV/AIDS charity work.
Kochi's Sarita theatre reopens, blending old-world charm with modern tech
Kochi's iconic Sarita theatre reopens after renovation, retaining its heritage design while adding modern projection and sound systems.
A Newspaper and Its City: Two Decades of Shared Growth in Hyderabad
A veteran journalist reflects on how The Hindu's Hyderabad bureau grew alongside the city, from Begumpet's quiet start to a modern newsroom.
Akshay Kumar Remembers Asrani After Watching His Final Shot in 'Haiwaan'
Akshay Kumar shared a scene from 'Haiwaan' featuring Asrani's last performance, calling him a legend and saying 'there can be no one like you.'
Beyond language: How Hyderabad became a melting pot for pan-Indian cinema
Hyderabad's cinema culture has evolved into a multilingual hub, with audiences flocking to films in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and even anime.
Mayday: Reynolds and Branagh on Their Unlikely Cold War Pairing
Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh discuss their new Cold War buddy comedy, 'Mayday', now streaming on Apple TV.
Sleep No More Shanghai Takes Final Bow After Decade-Long Run
Shanghai's immersive theatre landmark Sleep No More ends its 10-year residency, drawing 750,000 visitors and setting the stage for a Shenzhen adaptation.
Sonia Gandhi’s memoir ‘Belonging’ to be published by HarperCollins India
HarperCollins India will publish Sonia Gandhi’s memoir ‘Belonging’, a personal story of love, identity, and India’s political journey.
Manoj Bajpayee and Divya Dutta on the moral conflicts of 'Last Man in Tower'
Manoj Bajpayee and Divya Dutta discuss their roles in the film adaptation of Aravind Adiga's novel, exploring themes of redevelopment and moral choice.
Janmashtami: How Karnataka's Haridasa poets envisioned Krishna
A look at how Haridasa composers like Purandaradasa and Kanakadasa depicted Krishna in devotional songs that remain central to Carnatic music.
Nana Patekar, Ashish Vidyarthi Lead Crime Drama 'The Confession Of Mary' to Toronto Premiere
Veteran actors Nana Patekar, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Adil Hussain headline 'The Confession Of Mary', a crime drama set to premiere at TIFF.
Hyun Bin on 'Made in Korea' Season 2: A Gesture That Speaks Volumes
Hyun Bin explains a deliberate hand-to-face gesture that defines his character's darker evolution in 'Made in Korea' Season 2, premiering September 9.
Hyderabad’s Old City: A Living Tapestry of Dynastic Legacies
Hyderabad’s Old City endures as a vibrant repository of history, where markets, language, and traditions keep the past alive.
Asur Season 3 Goes Into Production, Gaurav Shukla Steps In as Director
Shooting for Asur Season 3 has begun in Mumbai, with Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti returning. Creator Gaurav Shukla makes his directorial debut.
Bombay HC shields Shruti Haasan from AI deepfakes, orders content removal
Bombay High Court grants Shruti Haasan interim relief against AI deepfakes, citing irreparable harm to reputation and constitutional rights.
Arshad Warsi's Film Retitled 'Jeevan Ya Bheema Con' After CBFC Directive
Arshad Warsi's comedy 'Jeevan Ya Bheema Con' hits screens today after CBFC-mandated title change and content edits.