Motivation behind Ahalya was to direct Soumitra Chatterjee: Sujoy Ghosh
Sujoy Ghosh, the Kahaani director, has come out with a new experiment with Ahalya, a 14-minute short film aired through YouTube and not regular theatres. Already a big hit, it redefines the entire paradigm of film viewing, screening and exhibition of films. Shoma A. Chatterji in conversation with the director
Three controversial Indian films to be screened in San Francisco
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS): While many films in India face obstacles due to its content, Film Festivals overseas provide an ideal platform for them to be showcased. One such initiative is the Festival of Globe-Silicon Valley (FOGSV) and San Francisco Movie Fest that is scheduled to be held 7-16 August.
Kymsleen Kholie from 'Aisa Yeh Jahaan' takes Bollywood critics by storm
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS): Young and talented actress Kymsleen Kholie is Bollywood's newest entrant. She made her debut in 'Aisa Yeh Jahaan' as Pakhi, a teenager from Assam working as a domestic help in Mumbai.
Jaanisaar's new song 'Aye Zulf E Pareshan' released
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS): The makers of the upcoming period drama, 'Jaanisaar' have released yet another enchanting song from the film.
Madhur Bhandarkar's Calendar Girls to release on Sept 25
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS): The makers of 'Calendar Girls' have announced a reschedule of the film's release. Madhur Bhadarkar's much awaited film will now release on September 25, 2015.
Swastika to host a special screening of 'Anubrato Bhalo Achho?' for Dibakar Banerjee
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS) Actress Swastika Mukherjee is keen to show her Bengali film 'Anubrato Bhalo Achho?' to director Dibakar Banerjee.
Anushka misspells APJ Abdul Kalam's name, receives flak
Mumbai, July 28 (IBNS): Netizens criticised Bollywood star Anushka Sharma after she misspelled the name of late Indian President APJ Abdul Kalam while posting her condolence message on micro-blogging site Twitter.
Wouldn't have done Drishyam without Tabu: Nishikant Kamat
Nishikant Kamat is known for making hard-hitting films. His last film Force was a runaway hit and now the filmmaker is ready with his next film Drishyam, starring Ajay Devgn, Tabua nd Shreya Sharan. The director spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, his passion and more.
Audience interest in Bengali stage is returning: Prosenjit
Kolkata, July 28 (IBNS) Tollywood magnate Prosenjit Chatterjee says there is a resurgence of audience interest in Bengali theatre, as he recalls his own association with stage despite a roaring film career.
Word of mouth boosts 'Masaan' ticket sales
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS): Tagged as "one of the finest Hindi films" and "technically brilliant", "Masaan" witnessed a strong fillip in ticket sales on Saturday- thanks to the strong and reliable word of mouth.
John, Varun bond on sets of 'Dishoom'
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS): It's John Abraham, who comes to mind when you think of bikes in Bollywood, his love for bikes is widely known. In fact, the actor has been bonding with his co-star, Varun Dhawan, over several topics related to the two-wheeler.
Shakti to play Parvez Tak in a short film based on actress Laila Khan and her Murder trial
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS): Bollywood actor Shakti Kapoor will be seen in an upcoming movie based on the sensational Laila Khan Murder Case.
Director Aanand L Rai denies rumours of signing any actor
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS) Director Aanand L Rai is currently basking in the success of his blockbuster Tanu Weds Manu returns with actors Kangana Ranaut and R Madhavan.
Jacqueline Fernandez celebrates one glorious year of 'Kick'
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS): To commemorate the one year anniversary of her super hit film 'Kick', Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez took to Instagram and posted a very special image.
Mumbai, July 27 (IBNS) Bollywood actress Neha Dhupia, who in a tweet had taken a dig at the Narendra Modi government saying that good governance is not about taking selfies and observing Yoga Day, thus inviting protests by Modi followers, has said that she had not aimed it at attacking someone personally but it was a result of frustration as a Mumbai citizen.