Category: Entertainment

Lucknow: Celebrating the culture, language and traditional etiquette of Lucknow, Hindi feature film Laagi Chhoote Na is set for a nationwide theatrical release on November 13, 2026. The film brings the city’s distinctive atmosphere, local dialect and emotional relationships to the big screen through a love story rooted in Uttar Pradesh’s cultural and social landscape. Produced under the banner of Anand Motion Pictures, the film has been written and directed by Anand Kumar Tiwari. Ashutosh Kumar, Deepra Mishra and Shalu Singh play the lead roles in the story, which explores…

Read More

Mumbai: IFP kicked off Day 1 of its sixteenth season on October 24 at Mehboob Studios, Mumbai, with a packed lineup of conversations spanning creativity, culture, and ideas that challenge conventional thinking. Among its key sessions, acclaimed screenwriter and The Last of Us co-creator Craig Mazin joined audiences virtually for a candid and insightful AMA. In a conversation with Patrick Graham, Craig addressed the intense online backlash surrounding The Last of Us Part II, reflecting on how leaks, misinformation, and toxic fan reactions created a storm around the game, and…

Read More

New Delhi: Indian cinema appears to be witnessing renewed interest in religious and mythological storytelling, with ambitious productions inspired by the country’s cultural heritage attracting attention from audiences and the film industry. The growing buzz surrounding Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming Ramayana: The Rise of a Legend, particularly reports of strong advance bookings and premium ticket prices, has brought the trend into focus. The revival reflects changing audience preferences, advances in filmmaking technology and growing demand for large-scale cinematic adaptations of Indian epics. Modern visual effects, 3D technology and sophisticated cinematography are…

Read More

Lucknow: The fourth season of the Lucknow Film Festival and Imaginarium 2026 concluded at SRS Cinemas, Gomti Nagar, after two days of screenings, masterclasses, panel discussions and awards celebrating cinema, animation, gaming and emerging technologies. Organised in collaboration with Uttar Pradesh Tourism, BBD Educational Group and SRS Cinemas, the festival brought together filmmakers, artists, educators, gaming professionals and technology experts, reinforcing Lucknow’s growing presence in the creative and media entertainment industries. The second day opened with an inaugural session attended by Chief Guest Major General Gautam Gupta, Additional Director General…

Read More

A chaotic premise, witty dialogue and an ensemble cast drive this light-hearted entertainer, though the second half loses some momentum. Mumbai: Udta Teer, directed by Akash A Kaushik, builds its comedy around an unusual case of mistaken identity. The story follows a Pakistani intelligence operative who loses his memory while in India and wakes up believing he is an Indian counter-intelligence officer. The resulting confusion sets off a series of absurd situations, unexpected encounters and comic misunderstandings. Headlined by Ayushmann Khurrana, the film embraces an exaggerated, fast-paced style, relying on…

Read More

Mumbai: Bollywood actor Fardeen Khan has shared a deeply personal moment of remembrance, revealing that he recently wore one of his late father Feroz Khan’s iconic cowboy hats after keeping his collection untouched for years. The actor said the decision followed a vivid dream in which his father appeared and handed him the very hat he eventually chose to wear. Fardeen shared a photograph of himself wearing the brown cowboy hat, paired with a matching jacket and sunglasses, on social media. The look echoed the distinctive style that became synonymous…

Read More

Mumbai: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has captured fans’ attention after videos of his interactions with children at a recent IIFA event surfaced on social media. The clips show the actor pausing to greet young admirers, signing their belongings and responding warmly to their requests. In one widely shared video, Salman is seen heading towards his car when a little girl approaches him with a framed portrait. Dressed in a blue blazer over a black T-shirt, the actor stops, bends down to speak to her and signs the photograph before giving…

Read More

Lucknow Becomes a Hub for Cinema, AI, and Creativity: Grand Launch of Film Festival Season 4 and ‘Imaginerium 2026’ A unique platform for Indian and international cinema, AI-assisted filmmaking, and animation; talents honored at the ‘Aao Film Banayein’ (Let’s Make a Film) Awards. Lucknow – The ‘City of Nawabs,’ Lucknow, witnessed a unique convergence of cinema, artificial intelligence (AI), animation, and innovation. The Lucknow Film Festival Season 4 and ‘Imaginerium 2026’ were grandly inaugurated at SRS Cinemas, Gomti Nagar. Held on October 23 and 24, this two-day festival showcases Indian…

Read More

Lawyer calls for transparency in electoral roll revision, protection of peaceful protest and constitutional accountability Mumbai: Advocate Sana Raees Khan has emphasised that the strength of a democracy lies in its ability to address dissent through transparency, dialogue and constitutional accountability, rather than treating questions and protests as threats. Commenting on electoral integrity, the right to protest and the responsibilities of constitutional institutions, Khan said concerns surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls must be addressed through transparent procedures, verifiable data and appropriate independent scrutiny. “The strength of…

Read More

Mumbai: Actress Krishna Gautam recently embarked on a spiritual journey, seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva at three sacred Jyotirlingas — Somnath Jyotirlinga, Nageshwar Jyotirlinga and Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga. The spiritual visits marked a special moment of devotion, faith and gratitude as she offered prayers at these revered shrines. For devotees of Lord Shiva, visiting the Jyotirlingas holds immense religious significance. These sacred temples are believed to represent the divine presence of Mahadev and attract devotees from across the country who seek peace, strength and spiritual fulfilment. Krishna’s visit to these…

Read More