Uttar Pradesh: Bollywood’s Favourite Shooting Destination

Lucknow:  Over the past decade, Uttar Pradesh has quietly become one of Bollywood’s most reliable go-to locations. From the ghats of Varanasi to the Nawabi lanes of Lucknow and the Mughal monuments of Agra, the state offers filmmakers something increasingly hard to find elsewhere: visual richness, cultural authenticity and practical convenience, all in one place. What was once a state better known for its politics and its history has, in recent years, become just as recognizable for its film credits. A State Full of Ready-Made Backdrops Part of what makes…

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Why Indian Cinema Struggles With Story — and What the Golden Age Got Right

Indian Cinema

Mumbai: For decades, mainstream Hindi cinema has carried a reputation problem that has little to do with talent and everything to do with priorities. Bollywood has never lacked charismatic stars, gorgeous music, or visual spectacle. What it has lacked, critics argue with striking consistency, is disciplined storytelling — the kind of tightly constructed, causally driven narrative that other film industries, and even India’s own regional cinemas, manage to deliver far more reliably. Understanding why requires looking at how the industry evolved, what its so-called Golden Age got right that later…

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A Name That Grew Far Bigger Than the Artist Himself — Kishore Kumar

By Kriti RK Jain / Published first in Ravivar Delhi Hindi Time takes away a great deal. But some voices simply slip past its grasp. They don’t count in years — they connect generations instead. Whenever that voice plays, doors somewhere inside us open quietly, without warning. Kishore Kumar belongs to that rare tribe of artists. Born Abhas Kumar Ganguly on August 4, 1929, in Khandwa, he never let music remain mere entertainment — he turned it into humanity’s most trustworthy companion for memory itself. His birth anniversary is remembered…

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Will Khushi Mukherjee Enter ‘Rise & Fall’? Bold as Ever, She’s Ready to Stir Things Up Again!

Mumbai (Anil Bedaag) — Actress and reality TV star Khushi Mukherjee, known for her outspoken personality, bold style, and knack for going viral, is back in the headlines. Buzz in the industry suggests she’s being considered as a potential contestant for the upcoming reality show “Rise & Fall.” That said, neither Khushi nor the show’s makers have confirmed anything officially just yet. The moment her name started doing the rounds, fans of the show couldn’t help but get curious. Khushi has never shied away from speaking her mind or courting…

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From Screen Icon to Spiritual Seeker: Akashdeep Saigal on Returning to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and a Journey Beyond Fame

Mumbai: For more than two decades, Akashdeep Saigal has been a familiar face across Indian entertainment. From winning the prestigious Gladrags Manhunt title and becoming one of the country’s leading male models to making his mark in films, television, reality shows and regional cinema, his career has been defined by versatility and reinvention. Viewers fondly remember him from the original Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, one of Indian television’s most iconic shows, and he is now back in the much-awaited new chapter of the franchise, reconnecting with audiences who…

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Everyone is talking about Gen Z, but very few are listening: Bharat Jain

Mumbai: Bharat Jain wears many titles, entrepreneur, podcast host, and by his own description, “The Heartspoken Storyteller.” He meets people, listens to their stories, and talks about emotions that are often felt but rarely said out loud. But he doesn’t like to call himself a motivational speaker. He said, “Main bas dil se bolta hoon.” His debut book, Gen-Z: An Incomplete Book (Gen-Z: Ek Adhuri Si Kitaab), grew out of years of simply being around the generation everyone seems to have an opinion about. “I have many Gen Z youngsters…

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Actor Aadesh Chaudhary: “Students raising their voice peacefully for fairness strengthens democracy”

Mumbai: Known for his impactful performances across television and digital platforms, Aadesh Chaudhary has carved a niche for himself with his versatility and screen presence. The actor who became a household name with shows like Sasural Simar Ka and Laagi Tujhse Lagan, believes that young people should never hesitate to raise genuine concerns and says transparency and accountability are essential to restoring trust in India’s examination system. Speaking about students protesting over alleged irregularities in competitive exams, Aadesh said he respects young people who come forward to seek answers. “I have…

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First of all, pay the bills: Manas Shah

Mumbai: Yeh Hai Chahatein actor Manas Shah left Ahmedabad in 2008. For twelve years after that, acting was his only income. The choices he made during that time weren’t driven by vision. They were driven by rent. He said, “First of all, if there is a role offer, then it is my priority. Because I used to live in Mumbai only on the basis of this. I didn’t do any other work. So I needed money for survival. You need money to pay the bills, to pay the rent, and…

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It Was a Nightmare for Me’: Ujjwal Sharma Says He Lost a Star Plus show Sayoneee Amid Sanchita Ugale Controversy*

Mumbai: Actor Ujjwal Sharma has broken his silence on the controversy surrounding the demise of his former Saajan Ghar co-star Sanchita Ugale. Speaking about the emotional and professional toll it took on him, the actor says he was devastated by both the tragic loss and the public scrutiny that followed. “It was a nightmare for me. Firstly, I got to know about Sanchita’s demise, and it was extremely shocking. I had always tried to console and motivate her. Secondly, I was shattered that my name got linked to the incident.…

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The Audience Is The Ultimate Judge Of Every Project-Roma Navani 

Mumbai: Actress Roma Navani, who is currently winning appreciation for her performance in the play Patte Khul Gaye alongside veteran actor Rakesh Bedi and is known for television shows like Pyaar Ka Pehla Naam: Radha Mohan and Kumkum Bhagya, believes that success in the entertainment industry has never followed a set pattern. Having worked across theatre, television and digital platforms for over two decades, she says experience has taught her that no one can truly predict what will resonate with audiences. Speaking about whether there is any formula that guarantees a successful project, Roma…

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