In 2025, the top actresses remained absent, the ones who could have commanded strong roles. In any case, great roles for women are not even written in mainstream cinema, but when they get a role worth working for, they did their best.
Ranveer has shown the right instincts in his choice of roles, which he has played with seeming effortlessness, backed with preparation and understanding.
We continue to celebrate the Thalaiva's 75th birthday with Divya Nair's premiere playlist that celebrates his magnetic swag, emotion and larger-than-life persona.
Nyrraa Banerji's reason for staying away from Bollywood for a while: 'In Bollywood, there was a phase where all the movies were getting very bold. Physical intimacy was the criteria at that time for films. I didn't want to be part of that.'
It's raining sequels on OTT this week, but that's not all. Sukanya Verma lists everything you can watch.
'It is a beautiful balance between traditional old-world sanskaars, and new generations opening up to new worlds without renouncing respect,' observes Sandeep Goyal.
2025 started with a blockbuster in Chhaava and ended with an even bigger one in Dhurandhar. There have been other Hindi hits too, and we take a look at the Top 10.
'I have always broken my image every time I went on screen. I don't know what it means to be a Greek God but people used to call me one.'
There is nothing new or original about the storyline but loyalists may continue to be swept away by Emily's high-fashion escapades against the sun-drenched backdrops of Rome and postcard-perfect Venice, notes Divya Nair.
As the year winds down, regardless of what it may have been, the belief is that the next year will be better, and that is what gives December its edge.
There are some shows that kept us hooked from start to finish on the strength of their storytelling or a sizzling chemistry between the leads.
Mrunal Thakur teams up with Telugu star Adivi Sesh for the romantic action drama Dacoit.
At 29, when most fast bowlers are either established or quietly drifting out of the spotlight, Auqib Nabi Dar has finally arrived through patience, persistence and a refusal to let geography decide his fate.
She is no longer Samantha Ruth Prabhu. She will be known henceforth as just Samantha.
Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about Shah Rukh Khan.
Rajinikanth may have made his last Hindi film two decades ago but he can still set the screen alight, blazing away with a gun that has dozens of barrels. As Thalaiva turns 75 on December 12, Dinesh Raheja looks back at his 17 year journey in Hindi cinema.
Rashmika's double bill drama, Tom Cruise on a deadly mission and lots more thrills on OTT this week.
From India's entry to the Oscars to the foodie flamboyance of Bollywood's first family to Srikant Tiwari's hope for a hat-trick and Korean entertainment in deeply dark mode, it's raining OTT goodies this week.
Hardik Pandya went public with his sizzling new romance, whisking girlfriend model Mahieka Sharma away to a sun-kissed, undisclosed beach getaway for his birthday bash.
On the basis of his rogueish Veeru in Sholay and Parimal in Chupke Chupke, Dharmendra softened his He-Man image and went on to do a series of charming comedies.
In the midst of crime and cop shows all over, a family comedy comes as a relief, notes Deepa Gahlot.
February is the month of Valentine's Day and expectedly, there are quite a few romantic films coming up.
When indulging in an office romance, boundaries are a must. You might be flying high on the bliss of a new relationship, but your colleagues are not obliged to enjoy the PDA, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.
The year had a variety of films to choose from. Not all of them were successful at the box office, but had merit.
There will be a lot of excitement in the theatres in December but OTT entertainment looks good too.
'I am very fortunate that I am getting films where I am finally doing romance on screen, if not in my real life.'
From emotional showdowns to the ultimate happily-ever-afters, we recap 10 times Bollywood showed us couples fighting their gharwale for their love.
Aseem Chhabra ranks the Best of 2025's films that released in theatres, or went directly to OTT platforms.
Those who have not watched earlier seasons of Stranger Things would be baffled by it, but then the finale is meant for fans who understand the themes and remember its mythology, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Isha Ambani looked stunning in a custom phulwari ensemble while hosting the maiden Pink Ball in London.
Dhurandhar may not have the dark realism of a spy story which a web show can manage. But it does not have the flamboyance either, that has come to be associated with espionage movies, observes Deepa Gahlot.
'I enjoy making gestures, big or small, based on what makes my partner and me feel comfortable.'
As Khushi Kapoor celebrates her 25th birthday, one thing's clear -- she is quickly becoming a go-to among the Gen Z for fresh, youthful outfit inspiration.
As Vikram Phadnis' celebrated 35 years in fashion and cinema, these couples added a touch of romance on the red carpet.
Jonathan Bailey, the star of Bridgerton and Wicked, has been named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive 2025.
'Now when I'm a mother and have two sons, I do look back and say, "Oh my God! What was I thinking?"'
We may not know Dr Ramani at first, but by the end, we get a clearer sense of his nobility. For a biopic, that's a job done well, notes Mayur Sanap.
'Gaurav Khanna may not have had the most inspiring journey like his predecessors, but he has clearly been one of the most well-behaved contestants and winners in Bigg Boss history. So kudos to that!'
'Whenever we did any scenes together, whatever we did in the film, he never said, "Let's do another take or let's move on".' 'He always asked me, "Parmeet, is it okay?" Till I gave my best, he kept going on.'
