Author: Jyothi Venkatesh

If you are a fan of suspense and thriller genres, ‘HIT: The Third Case’ is not only taut and gripping but also tailor-made for you. The film revolves around SP Arjun Sarkaar, a top HIT officer sent to Jammu and Kashmir to investigate a series of brutal murders by serial killers. The story is expected to be made to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with its intense and unpredictable twists. The trailer and teasers reveal a dark, gripping storyline that delves deep into the psychological and physical challenges faced by the protagonist. Yes. This time, Arjun Sarkaar…

Set against the eerie backdrop of a centuries-old haunted mansion, Bhootnii blends humor with horror in a tacky and spooky narrative. At the heart of the story is a lingering spirit named Mohabbat, (Mouni Roy) whose soul remains trapped due to an unfulfilled tale of love. Mouni, as the ghost, portrays a haunting mix of vulnerability and resilience. Sanjay Dutt plays a quirky and spiritual baba who wants to help Mohabbat find peace. As he tries to free her soul, he faces many funny and frightening moments inside the mansion. The movie has plenty of scary scenes, which fail to…

Actor-turned-producer Sonu Sood, along with producer Sonali Sood, is literally making waves in the OTT space with Sarpanch Sahab, a hard-hitting political drama debuting April 30 on WAVES OTT. Set in rural India, the 7-part series marks a striking shift toward grounded, socially relevant storytelling, tapping into themes of legacy, rebellion, and reform. The show has been directed by Shahid Khan, who also serves as co-producer, and stars Vineet Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, Pankaj Jha, Anuj Singh Dhaka, Yukti Kapoor, Neeraj Sood, and Vijay Pandey all delivering grounded, powerful performances that bring the landscape vividly to life. Set in the fictional…

In a rare and distinguished collaboration, legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese has come on board as executive producer on Homebound, the highly anticipated new feature from National Award-winning director Neeraj Ghaywan. The film, which stars Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, and Janhvi Kapoor, is set to make its world premiere in the UN Certain Regard section at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, which runs from May 14 to 25. Homebound marks Ghaywan’s long-awaited return to the big screen and to Cannes, a decade after his debut film Masaan premiered at the festival and won two awards. In the years since, Masaan has…

The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (IFFLA) has announced an expanded format for its Industry Days, which will now be a two-day event taking place on 8 and 9 May 2025 at Landmark Theatres Sunset in Los Angeles, California. IFFLA Industry Days serves as a platform for South Asian filmmakers and television creators to connect with major players in the global entertainment industry. Representatives from top studios and organisations such as Neon, SAGIndie, Netflix, NBCUniversal, Orion Pictures, and Film Independent will participate. This year’s edition introduces IFFLA Connect, a new initiative created in collaboration with Cinévesture, aiming to support…

The second song from Jewel Thief, titled ‘Ilzaam’, has just dropped—and it’s a breathtaking visual and musical experience. At the heart of it lies the sizzling chemistry between Saif Ali Khan and Nikita Dutta. Their on-screen presence is nothing short of spellbinding, with Nikita exuding grace and vulnerability all at once. Her expressive eyes do much of the talking, and it’s her nuanced performance that anchors the emotional tone of the track. Saif complements her perfectly, bringing a quiet passion and subtle intensity to their interactions. The equation between them feels mature, layered, and deeply romantic, making every shot a…

From Punjab to Paddington, Vishal and Sheykhar are asking everyone to ‘Come Fall In Love’ with the title track of Come Fall In Love – The DDLJ Musical. An Aditya Chopra directorial, Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical is all set to premiere in the UK at Manchester Opera House from Thursday, 29 May to Saturday, 21 June 2025. The new musical comedy is based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ) and will star Jena Pandya and Ashley Day, who will play the roles of Simran…

When cricket meets couture, expect fireworks! Neelam Kothari and Seema Sajdeh, stars of Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, brought glamour and gossip to the IPL match in Jaipur, proving once again that stadium style is a thing. The celebrity duo was seen living it up at The Dream Lounge, the ultra-exclusive hospitality suite by DreamSetGo. From front-row pitch views to fine dining and luxe interiors, this invite-only zone redefined match-day experience. Dressed to kill, Neelam and Seema posed for cameras, shared laughs, and soaked in every moment of the high-octane game. With access to the Royals Dugout experience—a rare behind-the-scenes…

The Tamil film Mersal had heart-throb Vijay playing triple roles for the first time, and this 2017 blockbuster, which was a huge hit in Tamil, is all set to re-release on June 20, 2025, all over Northern territories and across Karnataka and Kerala by veteran distributor Pawan Kumar Tolasaria of Rosika Distributors. The film stars Vijay in triple roles, alongside S. J. Suryah, Kajal Aggarwal, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Nithya Menen. Sathyaraj, Jackie Shroff, Vadivelu, Hareesh Peradi, Kovai Sarala, and Sathyan play supporting roles. It is the second out of the three collaborations between Vijay and Atlee, before they began…

Times Music announces today its acquisition of two leading Indian regional record labels – Symphony Recording Co. and ARC Musicq. These two deals mark the company’s first acquisitions since partnering with Primary Wave Music, the world’s leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music, in 2023. That partnership saw the publishing giant invest significant capital to help accelerate the company’s growth in global markets. Both Symphony Recording Co. and ARC Musicq are exciting additions to the Times Music empire, as both labels have established universal appeal in the growing Indian music market. Growing from a retail music store in 1983…