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Saif Ali Khan Hints at Tiger Pataudi Film; Says He’s Too Old to Portray Him

Saif Ali Khan Hints at Tiger Pataudi Film; Says He’s Too Old to Portray Him

Saif Ali Khan revealed he plans to portray his father, former cricketer Tiger Pataudi, but feels too old to play him in the present day. He said the story is sacrosanct and must be handled with care, likening it to a film about Bruce Lee. The actor also admitted he may only take on a later‑life role and is hesitant to direct the project himself.

Taapsee Pannu says talent alone won’t land Bollywood roles; industry favors marketability

Taapsee Pannu says talent alone won’t land Bollywood roles; industry favors marketability

Taapsee Pannu revealed that her 2023 role opposite Shah Rukh Khan in *Dunki* did not open doors to further mainstream projects, citing the film industry’s focus on marketability over talent. She noted that female leads are often interchangeable and that connections and visibility outweigh acting skill. Pannu credited director Rajkumar Hirani for her *Dunki* casting but said such opportunities are…

Nikkhil Advani defends armed rebels; 'Shoot or be shot' mindset drives India’s fight

Nikkhil Advani defends armed rebels; 'Shoot or be shot' mindset drives India’s fight

Nikkhil Advani says the armed struggle of India’s early freedom fighters can’t be called violent, arguing they were simply defending themselves against a long‑standing oppressor. He highlights lesser‑known figures like Rash Behari Bose and Bagha Jatin, whose actions predate Gandhi’s non‑violence. The Prime Video series, based on Sanjeev Sanyal’s book, aims to bring these bold stories to a wider au…

Young producer Anupriya Nagar bets all on Hanuman Ansh; sequel promised after ₹100 crore hit

Young producer Anupriya Nagar bets all on Hanuman Ansh; sequel promised after ₹100 crore hit

Anupriya Nagar, a 21‑year‑old economics graduate, poured her savings from part‑time jobs in the UK into the biopic Hanuman Ansh, a film about saint Neem Karoli Baba. The movie opened on 300 screens, later expanding to 1,500, and crossed the ₹100 crore mark, proving a market for spiritual content. Nagar confirmed a sequel will follow, insisting the next film will keep the low‑budget, raw feel that…

Prime Video’s ‘The Revolutionaries’ sparks Gen Z’s curiosity; actors reveal fresh takes on forgotten freedom fighters

Prime Video’s ‘The Revolutionaries’ sparks Gen Z’s curiosity; actors reveal fresh takes on forgotten freedom fighters

Prime Video’s new series ‘The Revolutionaries’ brings lesser‑known Indian revolutionaries to the screen, igniting Gen Z’s interest in pre‑Bhagat Singh history. Star Gurfateh Pirzada, who played Bagha Jatin, admits he learned about the hero during production. Actors Rohit Saraf, Bhuvan Bam, and Pratibha Ranta discuss how portraying these figures reshapes their understanding of India’s fight for fre…

Shaunak Sen Battles Cancer Through Film; New Documentary Turns Personal Struggle Into Story

Shaunak Sen Battles Cancer Through Film; New Documentary Turns Personal Struggle Into Story

Indian filmmaker Shaunak Sen is turning his lens inward after a shock kidney cancer diagnosis, channeling the terror into a new documentary. The film will follow his doctor’s perspective, blending his environmental activism with a meditative exploration of the present moment. Sen’s work, rooted in Delhi, extends his acclaimed bird‑care themes into a personal battle with illness.

Robert Pattinson Embraces Chris Hansen in 'Primetime'; Venice Premiere Sparks 9‑Minute Ovation

Robert Pattinson Embraces Chris Hansen in 'Primetime'; Venice Premiere Sparks 9‑Minute Ovation

Robert Pattinson, who began as a producer, stepped into the role of Chris Hansen for the film 'Primetime', delivering a performance that earned a 9‑minute standing ovation at its Venice premiere. The movie, directed by Lance Oppenheim, follows the real‑life NBC Dateline case that inspired a 2006 sting operation. Pattinson’s portrayal and the film’s controversial subject have drawn both praise and…

Ketan Kavva Gives Michael Jackson a New Voice; Hindi Dub Breaks $1B Record

Ketan Kavva Gives Michael Jackson a New Voice; Hindi Dub Breaks $1B Record

Ketan Kavva, a 15‑year‑old‑veteran voice actor, lent his voice to Jaafar Jackson in the Hindi version of the Michael Jackson biopic, which became the first biopic to cross $1 billion worldwide. He describes the challenge of matching the pop icon’s tone and emotion while working with limited scenes and tight deadlines. Kavva’s career began with family exposure to dubbing and has grown to include hi…