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‘Kamal Haasan isn’t happy with film censorship process’

Veteran actor-politician Kamal Haasan has issued a strong statement amid the ongoing controversies surrounding the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), raising broader concerns about the freedom of expression and the censoring process in the film industry.   While refraining from mentioning any institution or any specific film, Haasan, in his statement, noted, "India's Constitution guarantees freedom of expression, guided by reason, never diminished by opacity. This moment is larger than any one film; it reflects the space we accord art and artists in a constitutional democracy. Cinema is not the labour of an individual alone but the collective effort…

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Jan

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Sobhita Dhulipala to lead ‘Cheekatilo’

Actor Sobhita Dhulipala will be seen playing Sandhya, a true crime podcaster in Telugu crime drama “Cheekatilo”.   Prime Video, on Thursday, revealed the release date for the upcoming drama, along with a fresh poster.   “Cheekatilo” is directed by Sharan Kopishetty and produced by D. Suresh Babu under Suresh Productions. The story is written by Chandra Pemmaraju and Sharan Kopishetty.   According to a press release, Suresh Babu, while speaking about the project, said, "Cheekatilo is a layered, emotional suspense drama. What's close to my heart is how it explores the courage to confront darkness and speak the truth,…

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09

Jan

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas to present at Golden Globes 2026

Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas will grace the 83rd Golden Globe Awards as one of the star presenters along with Hollywood stalwarts like George Clooney and Julia Roberts, the organisers have announced.   The star-studded ceremony, set to be held on January 11 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, will celebrate the year’s standout achievements in film, television and, for the first time, podcasts. Comedian Nikki Glaser returns as host.   Several other big stars from films, TV, and music will also take the stage as presenters. The list includes Macaulay Culkin, Charli XCX, Hailee Steinfeld, Jennifer Garner, Kevin Bacon,…

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09

Jan

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Mithila Palkar, Imran Khan to star in Vir Das’ directorial ‘Happy Patel’

Actors Imran Khan and Mithila Palkar are coming together after a decade for Vir Das’ directorial “Happy Patel”. The duo first shared the screen in the 2015 film “Katti Batti”.   Mithila has described it as a “full circle” moment.   “Happy Patel” has been creating a lot of frenzy as Imran Khan’s comeback to the silver screen after a long hiatus.   "He has come a full circle, and I get to be a part of it. It was really fun to welcome him back on set. He and I realised that the last time we were on a…

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09

Jan

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Ben Affleck calls ‘Argo’ Oscar snub ‘embarrassing’

Ben Affleck recently told Jimmy Kimmel that the 2013 Oscar snubs was a “massive embarrassment.”   The actor-director recalled how he was overlooked for both Best Director and Best Actor honours despite his film “Argo” earning seven nominations and winning three Oscars: Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Film Editing.   Interestingly, Affleck, 53, won the Best Director honours at the Golden Globes, Critics’ Choice Awards and BAFTAs.   Affleck, currently promoting his upcoming Netflix film “The Rip”, recalled how being passed over for Best Director and Best Actor honours created an awkward atmosphere where everyone felt the need…

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08

Jan

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Kate Hudson had to gain weight for ‘Song Sung Blue’

Actor Kate Hudson had to undergo a massive transformation for her role in the film “Song Sung Blue”.   The actress revealed that she had to gain 15 pounds and pause her skincare routine in preparation for the musical.   In an interview, Hudson, 46, said, "This film was fun. I didn't have to watch what I ate. I put on 15 pounds, just to be nice and soft. It was over the holiday season, so it was perfect. I wasn't working out much."   She added, "I just let myself be and enjoyed life. Although I also enjoy life…

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08

Jan

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Sebastian Stan to join ‘The Batman 2’

Actor Sebastian Stan is on his way to Gotham City!   Known for essaying the role of Bucky Barnes aka The Winter Soldier in Marvel films, the Oscar-nominated actor is likely to be a part of Robert Pattinson-starrer “The Batman Part II”.   According to reports, Stan is currently in talks to join the much-awaited DC Studios sequel for a role, details about which remain unknown. If the deal closes, he would be the second “Avengers” star to be considered for the DC film.   Scarlett Johansson is also said to in negotiations to join the cast.   The makers…

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07

Jan

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Katrina, Vicky share first photo, reveal son’s name

New parents and B-wood couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, finally revealed what every fan was waiting to know — the name of their newborn son, Vihaan Kaushal.   The couple shared the information with the fans via an Instagram post, which reads, “Our ray of light, Vihaan Kaushal.”   “Prayers are answered, life is beautiful. Our world is changed in an instant, gratitude beyond words,” the post further read.   They also posted an adorable picture showing Katrina's hand, Vicky's hand, and their son's tiny hand placed together.   Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal welcomed their first child in…

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07

Jan

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‘Dhurandhar’ becomes biggest Hindi film ever

Ranveer Singh-starrer "Dhurandhar" has become the highest-earning Hindi film ever with a nett India collection of over Rs 831 crore, the makers announced on Wednesday.   With its Day 33 earnings on Tuesday standing at Rs 5.70 crore nett, the film’s total India nett collection climbed to Rs 831.40 crore, placing it at the No. 1 spot among all Hindi releases to date.   "History has been rewritten. With Tuesday’s collections, 'Dhurandhar' has officially risen to become the highest-earning Hindi film of all time, a towering achievement that has redefined Indian box office success," the makers said in a statement.…

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07

Jan

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Kristen Stewart is interested in directing ‘Twilight’

Actor and director Kristen Stewart is keen to direct a remake of the widely popular film “Twilight”.   Speaking in an interview, Stewart said she would love to revisit the globally popular vampire romance series, this time from behind the camera.   "I would love. I love what Catherine [Hardwicke] did, I love what Chris [Weitz] did, I love what all of the directors did with the movies," Stewart said when asked about the possibility of remaking the franchise.   Reflecting on the original films, she added, "They were so themselves and weird and kind of squirrelly, and just so…

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