'I find his sense of history astounding, not just history of film, but of life in general.' Another fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book Shyam Benegal.
2023 was a good year for international cinema with many strong films premiering at the Berlin, Cannes, Venice and Toronto film festivals.
'I have nostalgia for Ladakhi culture, which is common to both Muslims and Buddhists.' 'It is kind of a Buddhist way of life. You are compassionate and nice to each other.' 'You are good human beings.'
Vanessa Kirby is sure to be nominated for the Best Actress Oscar award, and Frances McDormand of Nomadland will give her a healthy competition, feels Aseem Chhabra.
'...and showcased in their original beauty.'
No stranger to the Cannes red carpet, Neelam Gill rubbed shoulders with the fashion world's biggies like Adrianna Lima and Karlie Kloss.
Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.
Gyan Correa's film has not made it to the nine films that were short-listed for the 86th Annual Academy Awards.
Stars spotted at the screening of Sarbjit in Mumbai.
These desi hotties could stop traffic!
As 2022 readies to bid adieu, Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the 10 high points of the year.
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar had interviewed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2019, perhaps for the first time that the country's premier was sitting down for such a question and answer session.
'Whatever I said and I said clearly that for me and my fellow jury members, it was and it is a vulgar propaganda movie that didn't have a place and was inappropriate for such a prestigious competitive section. I can repeat it again and again'
Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 10 international films that mattered to him, stories that he connected with and characters that gave him a better understanding of the human condition.
Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life, Indian film connects with the critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra.
A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
Aseem Chhabra lists the top 10 films at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.
Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films from the recent Toronto International Film Festival.
A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
'I am fascinated by people who cannot accept things.'
Manish Malhotra talks about his work, success and how he survived the industry for nearly three decades.
Satyajit Ray. Films from Italy, Iceland and Albania feature on Aseem Chhabra's list.
Kanu Behl's Titli is one of the best films from India in recent years, says Aseem Chhabra from the Zurich film festival.
The actor, who featured in Gangs of Wasseypur and Miss Lovely, is being noticed by international filmmakers.
She posted this cute picture of herself with her mum on Mother's Day.
'The Iranians are very resilient people. So even when they are throttled, they try their best to survive.'
The ad films -- that highlight the organization's campaign against domestic violence --were screened recently at the Cannes Lions 57th International Advertising Festival in France, considered by many to be the world's biggest celebration of creativity in communications.
'How do you stay so energised? So young?' 'Dev Anand flashed that familiar crooked grin and told me, "The mind never grows old. It urges you to surge ahead".'
A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.
'Once I left my photographs at Ram Gopal Varma's office.' 'I told a friend I was concerned no one had contacted me. My friend said, "Itni jaldi nahin hota idhar. Time lagega".'
Ramanand Sagar's grandson turns filmmaker.
Politics, favouritism and poor taste in cinema have contributed to embarrassing choices for the Oscar race in the past. This little gem from India needs the love, emotional and financial support from the government as well as the Indian film industry, argues Aseem Chhabra.
'Masaan is history for me. This is another journey with Raman Raghav 2.0. You have to clean your slate after every film, and not let its success or failure affect you.' Vicky Kaushal moves on, with Raman Raghav 2.0.
Aseem Chhabra encounters an Indian dinosaur at the Goa film festival.
Hrithik Roshan, Suzanne and Parmeshwar Godrej at the 26th International AIDS candlelight memorial.
The best of India and the Middle East, now at the Dharamsala Film Festival.
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