Is it possible to refurbish a brand that has been sullied with a Rs 7,800 crore (Rs 78 billion) fraud? One can't be sure, but to attempt this, the campaign ought to stress on integrity and action, say three of the top minds of the country's advertising industry.
Can you imagine a show made in India beating both The Voice and The X-Factor on ratings? Vanita Kohli-Khandekar profiles Greymatter, the Indian content firm that made it possible.
Bhumi Pednekar and Konkona Sen Sharma's ode to sisterhood, Robert Pattinson's amusing accent, Satyajit Ray's many masterpieces, Steven Soderbergh's breakout indie, Mark Ruffalo's good fight -- all this and more on Sukanya Verma's recommendation list on OTT this week.
Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).
Vogue India's July 2018 edition looks back at their extraordinary wedding.
'In India, dark-skinned actors are always cast in a particular kind of role.'
Confessing to thinking in Hindi, porters, truck drivers and chauffeurs have inspired him to create award-winning advertisements.
Celebs in tinsel town have found their latest obsession!
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.
We saw a *lot* of glamour and style this year.
'I believe FFI has made a mistake,' notes Aseem Chhabra.
'Masaan went to Cannes, got a standing ovation, won awards. I want the people of India to watch my film. Finally, it is happening!'
Metallic mania, sexy sheer, volume sleeves and more...
You can get through this cover without drooling a little.
Jeff Nichols' Mud, with its lyrical storytelling, makes for a moving watch.
'When we make these action machismo films, the stupidest thing is to show that the hero sails through a thousand people. It's a tradition we have grown up with.' 'We don't have the basis of creating a Bruce Lee or a Jackie Chan.'
There is absolutely nothing in the world a capable PR machinery can't achieve...
Sonia and Rahul Gandhi's inflexibility has left the Congress searching for a new leader. But not in the way you think.
'Maggi noodles belong to the consumers.'
Meet Bhumika Arora, 29, who made the cut!
The PM has accepted the Indian skipper's challenge.
Former Miss India Niharika Singh alleged Nawaz grabbed her and told her it was his dream to have a Miss India or an actress wife.
The actor, who's had over seven of his films screened at various film festivals abroad this year, opens up about his journey in Bollywood so far.
One of the most prolific actresses to emerge on screen last year, Jessica Chastain is Hollywood's hidden secret.
Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.
It wasn't just the national media that was obsessed with the actress's pregnancy.
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Prime minister bats for common standards to be implemented in all jurisdictions.
'Soft power is the power really to win friends and influence people with the strength of your ideas.' 'India's greatest soft power is being India itself. A nation of varied beliefs, states, creeds, castes, languages and yet embodying that spirit of unity in diversity.'
'I may sound snobbish but I am genuinely tired of responding and saying thank you on Facebook, on Twitter, on phone calls. People are calling from everywhere. There is all this excitement and different groups are throwing parties. I have to attend them or else they will think I am snooty.' Meet Masaan director Neeraj Ghaywan.
The Academy Award winning actor whose film Robin Hood opened the prestigious Cannes festival, has been in talks with Indian financiers and plans to star in the production too.
Check out these women, who dazzle in gold.
'When a woman gets married, she leaves her village, her friends and family.' 'In her new home, she will make friends, but they can never replace those she left behind.'
Extract from the book Manik-Da Memories of Satyajit Ray, by Nemai Ghosh
'I want to go back to India after my success here.'
Check out the star arrivals.
A look at the birthday girl's HOTTEST backless avatars on and off screen.
