Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival
Alisha Chinai explains why she walked away from Bollywood playback singing, citing mistreatment by labels and a desire for artistic gratification.
Kriti Sanon used Daughter’s Day to urge society to address safety concerns for women in public spaces, tying the celebration to ongoing outrage over a Delhi park rape case.
Gurmmeet Singh discusses Mirzapur The Movie’s big-screen look, its CBFC cuts, and the film’s box-office milestone, including exclusive insights into the production and future of the Mirzapur universe.
Alisha Chinai shares behind-the-scenes trivia about Kajra Re from Bunty Aur Babli (2005), including a last-minute call, Gulzar’s improvised alaap, and praise for Aishwarya Rai.
A Ramayana-led Mumbai event with MrBeast, Ranbir Kapoor and other stars included a moment when Kapoor guided MrBeast to say ‘Jai Shri Ram’ and Namit Malhotra explained the Ramayana’s bow challenge, drawing a parallel with The Odyssey.
Chahatt Khanna discusses Hasratein 4, playing a single mother, and diving into action sequences in Pati Patni Aur Panga, while reflecting on her candid interviews.
Preity Zinta reflects on breaking into Bollywood, noting fewer opportunities for newcomers in her era and praising the support from peers, including Shah Rukh Khan, in an exclusive interview.
Kranti Prakash Jha discusses landing the role of Kasturi in Sankalp and meeting Prakash Jha, describing the moment as a childhood dream. He notes the role’s significance given his lifelong admiration for the director.
Soni Razdan discusses a difficult period after her marriage when film roles dwindled, crediting television with sustaining her career and helping her return to acting. She is now on Netflix’s Shaque and planning to direct a film.
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