The cast of Anurag Basu's Metro... In Dino arrived for the screening in Mumbai.
'Pahlaj Nihalani came to my rescue. There was no Instagram in those days so I didn't recognise him.' 'I almost fainted when he told me he was Pahlaj Nihalani, the producer of Ilzaam, the hit film that had just made Govinda a star.' 'I told him I was a model and an aspiring actor, and he responded, "You have an interesting face. Come and meet me in the office tomorrow".'
Vidya doesn't not take the question lightly, and explains her pick with a seriousness.
This is your guide to nailing sexy-sophisticated-chic. Angry Indian Goddesses, Sacred Games, Trial By Fire, Joram.
His latest film Saiyaara is a blockbuster and has propelled him way into the big league.
Kalki's beach holiday... Amala's mesmerised... Diljit buys fruit in London...
For Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah, currently under fire for his comments aimed at Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, this is not the first time he has been embroiled in a controversy.
'As a new actress, I was watching Lata Mangeshkar with awe at an event. Later, I mustered the courage to call her. I heard her divine voice on the phone, she sent me a sari home and it was a boon to me.'
Last weekend was dedicated to women, as The Hollywood Reporter celebrated Women In Entertainment 2025.
Sukanya Verma looks at instances of aristocrats falling for commoners on the silver screen.
Today's Hindi film mothers are younger, trendier, more mischievous. But, truth be told, says Dinesh Raheja, I still do miss sometimes the comforting presence of the trad mother.
Vijay gets goofy... Ayushmann goes shirtless!... Vaani poses...
Sweet surprises are made of actors best known for their dramatics taking us by surprise by shaking a leg on screen.
From Parineeta to Shakuntala Devi, Vidya Balan has had a successful 15-year journey in the Hindi film industry.
Three individuals, including two minor boys and a 19-year-old youth, have been arrested for the brutal assault of a 17-year-old Dalit school student in Tamil Nadu. The assault, which resulted in the victim suffering severe injuries including severed fingers, is alleged to have stemmed from a dispute over a kabaddi match or a love proposal. Police are investigating the incident and have invoked provisions of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act against the accused.
Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks.
'It hit me, there has to be a better use of technology.' 'It's very difficult to survive without technology and social media as well.' 'Somewhere you have to find the balance.'
Sukanya Verma lists 10 knockout performances from the star.
Celebrity stylists Pranay and Shounak open up about dressing up Vidya and other celebs.
'Once I started acting, I gradually started liking it and the perks that come with it.'
The possibilities of this serviceable thriller are immense but the makers prefer to play it safe and hold back the daredevil in the diplomat's clothing, observes Sukanya Verma.
'Vidyaji jokes around and her laughter is infectious. 'Madhuri ma'am is a legend. To get the opportunity to work with her was a big deal for me.'
Mukesh Ambani, accompanied by younger son Anant and younger daughter-in-law Radhika Merchant Ambani, were among the many celebrities who attended Devendra Fadnavis' swearing in at Azad Maidan on Thursday afternoon.
The Ambani family has been a forerunner and led the way in promoting Indian crafts and fashion.
Neha-Angad leave Mumbai... Vidyut, Rajkummar promote their films... Deepti launches her memoir...
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 fails to invoke any excitement, despite having two immensely watchable stars Madhuri Dixit and Vidya Balan at its centre, observes Mayur Sanap.
Navratri's festival of colours has chosen white for today, and film folk are trying to keep up!
Did you know that Vidya Balan's big wish is to go sky-diving and bunjee-jumping?
Katrina prefers denims during Diwali... Kajol has a question... Kartik takes Vidya to Kolkata...
'Madhuriji and Vidyaji are expert dancers, but the chemistry they created on screen...'
With Ganesh Chaturthi just around the corner, it's time for the shringaar that will make you an Insta star.
'I want to just haso, hasao and khush raho.'
Here are some top looks from the Elle India Beauty Awards 2024.
Manjulika, Bajirao Singham, Squid Games, it's an action-packed end to 2024 on OTT this week.
Vidya Balan's biggest challenge is to look, sound and act like poetess Kamala Das, voice coach on board.
In Kerala's society, known for its high material standard of living, plunging into a state of having nothing overnight can be terrible for one's social standing and sense of self-esteem. Rehabilitation entails piecing a community back together after a disturbance and while its aim is noble, the act of reassembling will bring alive disparities and inequalities, explains Shyam G Menon.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
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