'Established filmmakers want to go with the sequels of earlier hit films like Housefull 5 or Mastiii 4. They don't want to come up with fresh ideas. This is pure laziness.'
As the year draws to a close, Rediff's Senior Contributor Roshmila Bhattacharya takes a look at the hits and misses, the highs and lows, the newsmakers and the dealbreakers in alphabetical order.
Aditya Dhar's penchant for action and high-pitched dramatic moments hover over Dhurandhar's teaser. And there shouldn't be any doubt that the director will deliver the goods, expects Mayur Sanap.
Here's the one thing that will really work.
Sanjay Dutt visited the Golden Temple in Amritsar with Uri Director Aditya Dhar, who's directing Dutt in his next. Accompanying them was a special guest.
Katrina Kaif stood solidly by his side, as Vicky Kaushal hosted a special premiere for his new film, Chhaava.
So many movies are coming up for release in 2025!
The holiday season has begun and Bollywood is busy vacationing. Just where are they?
Nidhhi's dreamy day... Taapsee goes gulaabi... Kirti promotes her show...
Akshay Kumar looks cool in that trippy get-up and adds his charisma to the film that is otherwise a lot of verbiage, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Yami Gautam and Uri Director Aditya Dhar announced that they have become parents to a baby boy, who was born on May 10.
Kriti joins Prabhas... Sunny shoots with Ranvijay...
'We are open to directing a Khiladi 2.' 'And we would want to do it with Akshay who is still so fit, energetic and successful.'
2019 seems totally ready for new directors, with superstars queuing up to work with fresh talent.
Ananya catches up with the Thakur girls... Priyanka takes a selfie... Akshay says hello...
Akshay takes a selfie... Sushmita makes a choice... Rhea snacks on vada pav...
'...when you hit rock bottom, you can't go any lower than that. 'And I've been to rock bottom.' 'But that's what made me the actor I am today. I'm fearless.'
Mrunal wraps up a Mumbai schedule... Mouni starts a restaurant...Sunny takes a nap...
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu presented the National Film Awards to the year's winners with actors Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana and Keerthy Suresh receiving top honours.
The rarity of comic books in mint condition or nearly perfect ones, and the rising demand, have caused the prices to spiral internationally.
Is an actress' movie career over when she gets married? Not if you are Yami Gautam!
Rahman's married tips... Karisma's fangirl moment... Akshay meets fans...
Sonam Kapoor screens her new film for family and friends.
Deepa Gahlot lists some interesting made-for-OTT hostage dramas that you can watch.
It's time to awaken the patriot in you!
The hits and misses of the week.
Joginder Tuteja lists the biggest box office successes with stars in uniform.
The 66th National Awards have been announced, and Hindi cinema has emerged a major winner.
The biggest Bollywood wedding of the year is happening in Rajasthan this week!
As the second season of The Night Manager hits the OTT screen, Deepa Gahlot looks back at the top spy thrillers on streaming platforms.
Angad Bedi and Sikander Kher shine in this fast-paced thriller, notes Namrata Thakker.
The first month of 2021 has not had any notable releases but January usually starts on a blockbuster note.
2019 had as many as 17 films in the Rs 100/200/300 crore clubs. What's even more remarkable is that 10 directors made their debut in this elite club, something totally unprecedented.
The Hottest Videos of the Week!
Best looks from Vogue x Nykaa Fashion: The Power List.
Bollywood celebrated Raksha Bandhan with their siblings over the weekend, and posted lovely pictures on Instagram.
