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Twenty-five years after an avertable Indian aviation tragedy, a Netflix series that plays it safe, lands in trouble still!... [Read More]
04 September,2024 06:51 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharAs The Rings of Power sequel drops on Prime Video, Mid-day hangs with cast, creator of world’s costliest series, reportedly pegged at R80,000 cr; reimagining Tolkien’s LOTR universe plus politics... [Read More]
30 August,2024 07:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharHung out in the ‘Matunga’ of Singapore to figure out how the desis here are different from desis everywhere... [Read More]
28 August,2024 06:38 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharWhat’s it about the split between Bollywood’s highest paid screenwriting pair that nobody could duplicate that success?... [Read More]
21 August,2024 06:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharOn Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist, Imtiaz Ali goes back in time to share anecdotes from his first film Socha Na Tha, right up to the latest, Amar Singh Chamkila... [Read More]
17 August,2024 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Mayank ShekharA nationwide strike, known as `Bharat Bandh`, has erupted in response to the Supreme Court`s recent ruling on SC/ST reservations. Organised by the Reservation Bachao Sangharsh Samiti, the bandh has led to widespread protests across the country. Pics/ PTI... [Read More]
21 August,2024 05:46 PM ISTLatest OTT releases to watch this week: It`s that time of the week again when we bring you the freshest updates from the world of over-the-top (OTT) entertainment. The next seven days are packed with a delightful mix of movies and TV shows that promise to satisfy all your binge-watching cravings. So, grab your popcorn, and let`s dive into the exciting lineup.... [Read More]
14 August,2024 04:39 PM ISTThe Maharashtra MLAs were on Tuesday seen reaching the assembly on Tuesday as the government tabled supplementary demands of Rs 94,889.46 crore in the state legislative assembly. Pics/Sameer Abedi... [Read More]
09 July,2024 08:34 PM ISTActor Shekhar Suman and former Congress leader Radhika Khera joined the BJP in Delhi on Tuesday amid the ongoing Lok Sabha elections 2024. Pics/PTI and X... [Read More]
07 May,2024 05:16 PM ISTAs Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s web series ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ gears up for its release on Netflix, here’s a look at all its characters and their relationships. ... [Read More]
30 April,2024 04:08 PM ISTSanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ has made a wide and massive buzz across the country and the world as the show is all set to stream on Netflix next month. This series will see the comeback of many actors, including Fardeen Khan. It was just yesterday when the magnificent trailer of Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’ was launched during a grand event in the city and the entire cast came in traditional outfits to attend the event... [Read More]
10 April,2024 10:13 AM ISTA massive fire that ripped through a seven-storey shopping mall in Bangladesh`s capital Dhaka that also housed several illegal eateries killed at least 46 people and injured 22 others, the government said on Friday, in one of the worst infernos to hit the country in recent years. Pics/AFP... [Read More]
01 March,2024 10:56 PM ISTAs many as 46 people have been killed in forest fires raging in Chile, President Gabriel Boric said on Saturday. He added that the number of victims is likely to rise, NBC News reported (Pics/AFP)... [Read More]
04 February,2024 03:04 PM ISTYash Johar birth anniversary: In a heartfelt conversation as part of Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist series, filmmaker Karan Johar remembered his father`s remarkable journey - from leaving his family`s mithai business in Delhi to struggling in Mumbai as a photographer and eventually making connections in Hollywood!Discover the dreams, struggles, and lessons that paved the way for the birth of Dharma Productions, one of India`s leading film production companies. Join us as Karan shares personal anecdotes and reveals the deep bond he shared with his father.... [Read More]
06 September,2024 06:10 PM ISTIn an episode of Sit with Hitlist with Mayank Shekhar, Imtiaz Ali, the director behind the iconic film `Rockstar`, opens up about the wild journey of creating this cinematic gem, sharing a hilarious anecdote about how he lost the original script. But that’s not all! He dives into the quirky personality of Ranbir Kapoor, who played the lead role, revealing how his inquisitive nature often led to some unexpected and funny moments. Ali opens up about his exhilarating collaboration with the legendary A.R. Rahman, the magic of his compositions, and how the soulful music captured the essence of his vision.... [Read More]
31 August,2024 08:35 PM ISTThe 2014 film ‘Highway’ was a sign of the marvellous work that was to come from Alia Bhatt. But she wasn’t Imtiaz Ali’s original choice. Join the director on Mid-day’s Sit With Hitlist series as he reveals that he initially wanted a mature woman to lead the drama, but changed his mind after meeting Alia. Imtiaz had envisioned an older actress for the part such as Aishwarya Rai Bachchan without makeup, but he eventually convinced his team to cast Alia after having a conversation with her at a screening. Watch the video for more... [Read More]
27 August,2024 05:05 PM ISTOn Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist series, Imtiaz Ali delves into what led to the downfall of his second attempt at ‘Love Aaj Kal,’ starring Sara Ali Khan and Kartik Aaryan. He responds to Sara’s comment on a previous episode of Sit With Hitlist, in which she admitted to hating herself in the film and explained that he doesn’t blame her. Imtiaz also explains why the film didn’t resonate with the audience resulting in it being nothing like its predecessor which starred Sara’s father Saif Ali Khan and Deepika Padukone. Watch the video for more. #imtiazali #saraalikhan #loveaajkal #sitwithhitlist #mayankshekhar #entertainment #interview ... [Read More]
24 August,2024 06:40 PM ISTOn Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist series, Imtiaz Ali delves into his firsthand experience of collaborating with the King of Romance on the set of `When Harry Met Sejal`, providing a detailed analysis of Shah Rukh Khan`s performance and working methodology. He explores the reasons behind the movie`s underperformance at the box office and articulates what could have been handled differently. Further, Ali examines the influence of Shah Rukh Khan`s stardom on the film`s reception. Watch the full video to learn more!... [Read More]
23 August,2024 06:45 PM IST | MumbaiOn the latest episode of Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist, Imtiaz Ali, the director of "Jab We Met," reminisces about the making of the film. He discusses the process of casting Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor together for the movie and the aftermath of its box office performance. Ali also mentions how Shahid Kapoor became his `financial advisor` after the film`s success, and addresses the popular question of whether he would ever make a sequel to "Jab We Met." Additionally, he shares his perspective on love and much more in this exclusive video interview. #imtiazali #jabwemet #shahidkapoor #kareenakapoor#sitwithhitlist #exclusiveinterview #interview #bollywood... [Read More]
22 August,2024 08:11 PM ISTHighway was a sign of the marvellous work that was to come from Alia Bhatt. But she wasn’t Imtiaz Ali’s original choice. Join the director as he reveals that he initially wanted a mature woman to lead the drama, but changed his mind after meeting Alia. In the latest episode of Mid-day`s Sit With Hitlist, the filmmaker goes back in time to share anecdotes from his first film Socha Na Tha, right up to the latest, Amar Singh Chamkila. Watch the full interview for a deeper insight into the genius of Imtiaz Ali.... [Read More]
17 August,2024 12:00 AM ISTCheck out a compilation of the funniest moments from Saif Ali Khan`s Sit With Hitlist interview. From partying the night away in Delhi to hanging out with directors Abbas-Mustan while filming `Race`, the actor shares some of the most amusing stories from his life. The `Omkara` actor also talks about how he prepared for the Haryanvi dialect in the film directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. Saif also reveals why he did Homi Adajania’s film `Cocktail` with Deepika Padukone. Watch the video to enjoy these entertaining anecdotes... [Read More]
16 August,2024 01:25 PM ISTDid you know that Hansal Mehta was to direct Gangs of Wasseypur before Anurag Kashyap? Or that he left Mumbai after a spate of flops and resurrected his flagging career with Shahid from the outskirts of Lonavala? Plug in as Lootere creator Hansal, with his filmmaker-son Jai, charts his journey from helming TV’s most popular cookery show to delivering one of Indian OTT’s biggest series in Scam 1992.... [Read More]
18 June,2024 08:24 PM IST | MumbaiHow did a home in a rough Mumbai neighbourhood propel Sonali Bendre’s acting career? How did she land Humma humma, the mother of all item songs? Plug into our latest episode as the actor takes us back to the ’90s when a star’s X-factor was as important as talent, and actresses sometimes needed to “dumb themselves down” as a survival tactic.... [Read More]
14 June,2024 06:57 PM IST | MumbaiWhich director was the first to call Prosenjit Chatterjee after watching Jubilee? Which Hindi film did he turn down, only for it to be picked up by Salman Khan? Plug in to our Durga Puja special episode where we have an “adda” with Bengal’s biggest star, as he takes us from Kolkata’s Park Street to Chembur’s RK Studios and Juhu’s Sun-n-Sand... [Read More]
22 October,2023 01:15 PM IST | MumbaiHow did filmmaker Jag Mundhra’s daughter reveal Yash Chopra’s son, Yashraj scion, Aditya, actually exists? What was it like to be the last to interview Rishi Kapoor, for the Netflix series, The Romantics? How did Oscar nominated filmmaker Smriti Mundhra find ‘Sima Aunty’ for Indian Matchmaking? Plug in for more!... [Read More]
02 March,2023 06:00 PM IST | MumbaiThere are movies, and then there are `B` movies. What`s the difference between the two? Vasan Bala, film-buffs` ultimate filmmaker, and director of docu-series, Cinema Marte Dam Tak, walks us through secret bylanes, the stars, and the auteurs of Bollywood`s C-grade cinema, that peaked in the late 1990s!... [Read More]
08 February,2023 06:33 PM IST | MumbaiOne of the very few Indian actors to become an international star, Kabir Bedi engages in a candid conversation about his journey in Bollywood, stardom in Italy, his friendship with the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and more!... [Read More]
14 August,2021 07:44 AM IST | MumbaiIndian film and television actor Ranjeet indulges in nostalgic stories from the 70s and the 80s and opens up about becoming the most popular villain of Bollywood.... [Read More]
16 July,2021 04:37 PM ISTVersatile and award winning cinematographer Ravi K Chandran opens up about his journey in making era-defining films like Dil Chahta Hai, Black, Fanaa, Yuva, and more.... [Read More]
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