Film-maker Imtiaz Ali and actor-musician Diljit Dosanjh have expressed joy over the two International Emmy nominations for their film Amar Singh Chamkila, calling it a recognition of Punjab and its artists.
Ahead of his new film Main Vaapas Aaunga, we rank all of Imtiaz Ali's romantic dramas from his under-rated debut in Socha Na Tha to his passion project, Amar Singh Chamkila.
'...depicting a love story is hard.'
Held during the Beating Retreat ceremony at JCP Stadium, the event was titled Jai Ho -- A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts and came ahead of the release of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga, a cross border drama which features music by Rahman.
'I did not understand that if a film is released, what is the impact of its collection on my career and my life. For me, it was a big thing that I am coming on the silver screen.' 'Now, one-and-a-half years later, I am still processing its impact.'
Naseeruddin Shah, alongside director Imtiaz Ali and the cast, offered insights into the upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga at its trailer launch, praising the script and sharing their unique experiences.
An FIR has been registered against three individuals for allegedly organising an illegal ram fighting event in Mumbai's Jogeshwari area, which purportedly resulted in the death of one of the animals, on a complaint lodged by PETA India.
'The biggest story of the century is migration. I feel privileged to get the chance to tell such a story on celluloid.'
Diljit Dosanjh's switch in singing style as he smoothly assumes Chamkila's vocal persona highlights the brilliance of his artistry, observes Sukanya Verma.
>The film charts the true story of Punjab's original rockstar of the masses, the highest record-selling artist of his time, Amar Singh Chamkila, often referred to as the 'Elvis Presley of Punjab'.
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh missed out on the Best Actor award at the 53rd International Emmy Awards 2025, where he was nominated for his performance in Imtiaz Ali's Amar Singh Chamkila.
'Rahman was a guiding star. He was a co-film-maker rather than just a music director.'
When one of the most adored voices of India decided to hang up his boots as far as playback singing is concerned, fans and fraternity went in a tizzy. Sukanya Verma tells you why.
The Critics Choice Awards saw a lot of talent on the red carpet, as actors got recognised for their work.
'You need the drishti, the experience. I am beginning to see things differently.'
The IIFA Digital Awards were announced on Saturday, March 8, 2025, night in Jaipur. Take the look at the winners.
The fourth Pinkvilla Screen & Style Icons awards saw a splash of A-listers walk down the red carpet.
The fifth Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 was held on December 1 in Mumbai, and it saw a lot of glamour.
Good, bad, evil, we saw a gamut of emotions on display in their most stirring form as actors reiterated their worth.
The top 10 films of the year may not be great by themselves but they stand out amidst the other OTT releases.
The actors star in the biopic, Amar Singh Chamkila, which has music by A R Rahman.
Film folk were invited to an early screening of this week's Netflix release, Amar Singh Chamkila, in Mumbai.
Picking 10 excellent performances has been difficult but the attempt is to acknowledge the work of actors, who are often overlooked in favour of stars.
Despite the mediocrity at large, these films had me in raptures for the emotions they evoked within as a cheering audience, critic and cinephile.
Writers and creators are telling more authentic stories based in states and cities that we may not have seen much of in mainstream media, such as Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Or ones that we have some mistaken notions about like Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, highlights Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
A source close to the Censor Board says the issue of cinema on Punjab is no more a censorial concern. 'It is now seen as a matter of national security.'
Sukanya Verma raises a toast to the top female performers of 2024.
Actor Parineeti Chopra and her husband Raghav Chadha worshipped at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak temple on Friday, May 24, 2024.
Imtiaz Ali's Amar Singh Chamkila, starring Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, is getting rave reviews.
Film folk have been very busy this year, attending trailer launches and promotional events. Hitesh Harisinghani/ Rediff.com vouches for that, as he recaps 2024 with his insightful clicks.
Film folk are celebrating Diwali with a lot of light and love on social media.
Many of our leading men and women are also all for dramatic physical transformation for the sake of artistic authenticity.
Melodies that stayed on in the mind and memory are too few and far between. Except the ones that do make an impression are definitely worth celebrating for their refreshing style and substance.
Laxmi enjoys the sunset... Sanjana attends a wedding... Erica's beach time...
Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations for the week.
So far, only one major series and another original film have been announced for release. Rest are all digital releases of films that have already arrived in theatres.
Non-fiction continues to grow with the most-watched unscripted show, Bigg Boss OTT S3 getting more than half the viewership that Panchayat (S3) got.
The Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest and India Entertainment Awards saw many winners, and the stars celebrate their wins on social media.
Amid wedding rumours, Parineeti Chopra and Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha were spotted together at Delhi airport on Wednesday night.
Vaani in Paris... Kartik at Times Square... Lara in Dubai...
