Ram Gopal Varma faces online backlash

Vijay Varma has recently wrapped up shooting for Family Business. The project was announced during Netflix's slate announcement event for 2026. Alongside Vijay, Family Business will also star Anil Kapoor, Rhea Chakraborty, Neha Dhupia and more.
Now, our source has opened up about Vijay's association with the series, alongside his character's tiff with Anil Kapoor's character. The source has revealed, "Vijay Varma has completed shooting for Family Business alongside Anil Kapoor and has started s

Pulkit Samrat may have already been in impressive shape before stepping into Glory, but preparing for the role demanded far more than maintaining a muscular physique. According to celebrity fitness coach Drew Neal, the challenge was to transform the actor into a believable boxer. Someone who not only looked fit on screen but could move, train and perform like a combat athlete. From intensive boxing drills and functional workouts to maintaining peak energy levels throughout demanding fight seque

For over two decades, celebrated makeup and prosthetics artiste Renuka Pillai has been crafting memorable on-screen transformations across films, theatre and television. From creating Randeep Hooda’s hauntingly realistic look in Sarbjit to designing elaborate disguises in Inspector Avinash and the rugged appearance of Ranatunga in Jaat, Renuka has played a key role in bringing some of the actor’s most challenging characters to life. In an exclusive conversation with Filmfare, she di

Vedang Raina, who is gearing up for the release of Main Vaapas Aaunga, will also be seen in one of Maddock Films' upcoming projects, where he will share the screen with Naomika Saran.Now, we are getting to know that Pragati Srivastava, who also plays a pivotal role in the film, will be romancing Vedang as well. The plot is said to revolve around a layered romantic storyline featuring the two leading ladies, alongside being a comedy thriller. According to sources, Pragati will be seen in a key r

Shraddha Kapoor is gearing up for her next release, Eetha. Fans have been waiting for an update on the same eagerly, since the actress' last on-screen appearance was in 2024 in Stree 2. Now, the film finally has a release date.  
As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, Eetha is scheduled for a release on August 28, 2026. It will be a Raksha Bandhan release.Eetha is inspired by the life of legendary Tamasha artiste Vithabai Narayangaonkar, one of the most celebrated names in Marathi folk theatre

Steven Spielberg's much-awaited film Disclosure Day is all set to release theatrically on June 12. The sci-fi thriller revolves around a massive government conspiracy that begins to unravel when a whistleblower becomes the target of powerful forces determined to keep the truth hidden.As the stakes rise, the whistleblower races against time to expose what could become the most shocking revelation in human history: the ultimate disclosure of alien existence to the world.
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The team behind Toxic marked director Geetu Mohandas' birthday with a special behind-the-scenes video that shines a light on the filmmaker's work behind the camera. Shared across social media, the footage offers audiences a rare glimpse into the making of the highly anticipated film while celebrating the creative force steering the project.A birthday tribute that puts the spotlight on the directorThe video captures Mohandas in the middle of the action, coordinating large-scale sequences, intera

"Cinema has always been at its most powerful when it asks questions rather than provides convenient answers.As a producer, I have often been asked what draws me to a particular story. Is it the scale? The commercial potential? The stars attached to it? While all of those factors play a role in the practical realities of filmmaking, the truth is that I have always been drawn to stories that leave me unsettled, curious, and compelled to engage with them long after I have finished reading them. Th

Actress Kiara Advani penned a heartfelt birthday note for her Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups director Geetu Mohandas.The team of Toxic shared a behind-the-scenes video from the film’s shoot to wish the filmmaker on her special day. Reposting the clip, Kiara wrote, “Happy Birthday to the captain of our ship. A genius mind powered by infectious passion and a fearless vision. Here’s to your best year yet. Love and more love to you always.”Take a look at the post:Backed b

Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt recently opened up about one of the most difficult phases of his life and career, recalling a time when he was struggling financially despite working with some of the biggest names in the industry. Looking back at the mid-1990s, Bhatt revealed that while he was directing stars like Aamir Khan and dating former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen, he was completely broke.During an interaction with Siddharth Kannan, the filmmaker said, “I was a struggling director. Mere paas z

Taapsee Pannu has consistently been one of the actresses in the industry to speak openly about the challenges women face in cinema. From pay disparity to the shelf life of actresses, the actress has often addressed issues that continue to exist in both Bollywood and the South film industry. In a recent interview, she once again spoke candidly about ageism in the entertainment world and how opportunities for actresses tend to shrink with age, unlike their male counterparts.She pointed out how ac

There is yet another intriguing emotionally dense series which is creating a stir in the world of OTT. Karisma Kapoor, Jisshu Sengupta and Surya Sharma starrer Brown releases on ZEE5 today. Directed by Abhinay Deo, the series is being deemed as Karisma Kapoor's boldest and most transformative performances yet. The actress strips away every layer of perfection to fully inhabit Rita Brown. There is a striking realism in her performance that feels intense, honest and deeply human. Audiences have pa

Anurag Kashyap's Bandar, starring Bobby Deol, is finally in theatres, and the film has created quite the buzz. Ahead of the release, Bobby Deol's sister, actress Esha Deol, had attended a special screening of the film and heaped praise on her ‘Bhaiya’. She also urged everyone to watch the film on the big screen.
Taking to her social media, Esha Deol shared a picture from the screening and wrote, "@IAMBOBBYDEOL YOU ARE IN THE BEST FORM EVER! UNDOUBTEDLY THE FINEST ACTOR TODAY. ENDURI

The shoot of Silambarasan TR's upcoming film Arasan is progressing steadily, with director Vetri Maaran and his team working towards a Deepavali release. Amid the film's ongoing production, the actor has now offered fans a glimpse into the demanding schedule behind the project.Silambarasan opens up about demanding scheduleTaking to Instagram Stories, Silambarasan shared an update about the intense filming process, revealing that the production has largely been operating after sunset."More than

If there's one thing the internet refuses to do, it's let a Western romance drama just stay Western. From Bridgerton and The Summer I Turned Pretty to Culpa Mía and The Idea of You, fan edit culture has officially mastered the art of Bollywoodification. Slow-mo glances that stretch for business days? Check. High-stakes, chest-crushing angst? Check. Rain-soaked longing that could fill a reservoir? Double check. But the ultimate move, the one that separates the true believers from the casu

Former head of the Censor Board of Film Certification and producer Pahlaj Nihalani has passed away. A prominent figure in the Indian film industry, Nihalani breathed his last on June 4, at the age of 76. His family confirmed the news through an official statement that read, "With profound grief, we inform you of the passing of our beloved Pahlaj Nihalani on 4th June 2026. The cremation ceremony will be held today, 04.06.2026 at 3 pm at Santacruz Hindu Crematorium. We are grateful for your

The joy of seeing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) lift the trophy in the IPL 2026 final recently turned into an unexpected social media misunderstanding for Nushrratt Bharuccha. What began as a simple celebration post on her Instagram stories quickly spiralled into intense public debate, forcing her to address the controversy head-on today. A few days ago, Nushrratt shared a recording of her television screen capturing the winning moments of the IPL 2026 final. While the intent was to sh

At a time when crime thrillers are increasingly occupied with serial killers, gang wars, and political conspiracies, Exam finds suspense in something far more familiar and arguably more unsettling: the government recruitment examination system. The seven-episode Tamil web series follows Jhansi (Dushara Vijayan), a determined young woman whose dream of entering public service is derailed by an examination scam, setting her on a path that exposes corruption, power networks and the human cost of a

Gram Chikitsalay is coming back for a second season. As the makers announced the same, Alia Bhatt took to social media to give a shoutout to her close friend Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, since the actor plays a key role in the series.She reposted the announcement on Instagram's story section, and wrote, "My fav doctor is back! @akansharanjankapoor"Take a look at it here:Gram Chikitsalay follows Dr Prabhat (Amol Parashar) who takes over a neglected Primary Health Care Centre in a village. He is determ