Author: Jyothi Venkatesh

The grand music launch of Marathi film Reel Star lit up the Swatantryaveer Savarkar Auditorium near Shivaji Park, Dadar. The cast, crew, producers, and technicians joined hands to celebrate as the film’s much-awaited music was unveiled to the audience. With its soundtrack now reaching listeners, excitement grows for the film’s theatrical release across Maharashtra on October 17. From the beginning, Marathi film Reel Star has drawn attention for its meaningful story and heartfelt music. The project has been produced under the banners of J-Fives Entertainment, Phoenix Group, and Initiative Films, with producers Jose Abraham, Monica, and Nishil Kambati at the…

Nearly thirty years after Satya, Ram Gopal Varma and Manoj Bajpayee are back together. Their new film is titled Police Station Mein Bhoot, and it promises a horror comedy with an unusual twist. Adding to the surprise is Genelia D’Souza, who joins Manoj in this project. The team has already finished the first schedule. The film is designed to mix fear, irony, and Varma’s trademark style. The core idea is simple but chilling: people usually rush to the police for safety, but where do the police run when they are the ones who are scared? Ram Gopal Varma shared his…

Rinku Rajguru’s latest Marathi film Better Half Chi Love Story has made its world digital premiere. The film is now streaming exclusively on Ultra Jhakaas OTT, the biggest Marathi streaming platform, from 19 September 2025. Directed by Sanjay Amar and produced by Rajat Agarwal, this unique romantic comedy blends laughter, love, and mystery. The film features Subodh Bhave, Rinku Rajguru, Prarthana Behere, and Aniket Vishwasrao in lead roles. The story follows Ajay, a married man who believes his life has changed for the better after the sudden death of his possessive wife during an argument. But fate takes a strange…

The Well Done Aai teaser has been released, and the Marathi film is set to entertain audiences across Maharashtra on 31st October. Well Done Aai tells the story of a modern-day mother. A mother is a mother – whether from the past or today’s era. For her children, she can cross any limit and endure any hardship. Even a small wound on her child brings tears to her eyes. This fun-filled and heartwarming story of a mother in today’s world will be seen in Well Done Aai. Produced by Sudhir Patil under the Deepali Production banner, the film’s story, screenplay,…

Hiten Tejwani, Rajiv Thakur & Shikha Malhotra starrer Hindi sci-fi Movie ‘Mano Ya Na Mano – Anything Is Possible’ is set to release on 7th Nov 2025, an official remake of the Hollywood cult classic The Man From Earth Hiten Tejwani, Rajiv Thakur and Shikha Malhotra starrer Hindi sci-fi drama Mano Ya Na Mano – Anything Is Possible is set to release on 7th Nov 2025. Producers made the announcement on social media. Written & Directed by Yogesh Pagare, the film stars popular actor Hiten Tejwani in the lead role along with Rajiv Thakur, Shikha Malhotra, and an ensemble cast.…

Sabar Bonda (Cactus Pears), the first-ever Indian fiction feature to win the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, launched its trailer today at a special press event in Mumbai. The film, written and directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, is set to release in theatres across India on 19th September 2025, distributed by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media, which previously distributed the acclaimed Cannes Grand Prix winner All We Imagine as Light in India. Selected from around 17,000 submissions worldwide, it stood as India’s only feature in competition and marked another milestone as the first Marathi-language…

Rangeela is back on the big screen in India, marking its 30th anniversary with a stunning 4K restoration and upgraded sound. Fans old and new can relive the magic of Ram Gopal Varma’s iconic 90s film. Originally released on 8 September 1995, Rangeela became a blockbuster thanks to its vibrant storytelling, unforgettable visuals, and A. R. Rahman’s first original Hindi score. Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff’s performances, along with dynamic choreography, made it an enduring classic. As part of Ultra Media’s Ultra Rewind initiative, the re-release aims to rekindle nostalgia for longtime fans and introduce younger audiences to…

ShemarooMe presents the world digital premiere of Sanghavi and Sons, a film celebrating family, love, and lasting connections. This heartfelt story reminds audiences why family moments matter, showing both joy and challenges. Directed by Chandresh Bhatt, the movie stars Manoj Joshi, Dharmesh Vyas, Hiten Tejwani, Komal Thacker, and others. The story follows Navneet Rai Sanghavi, the heart of his household, as he guides his family through changing times. His sons, Asmit and Aditya, and daughter-in-law Komal, face everyday struggles, disagreements, and reconciliations that reveal the strength of family ties. Speaking on the premiere, Manoj Joshi said, “I believe our family…

The debut feature Vimukt (In Search of the Sky), directed by Jitank Singh Gurjar, has been honoured with the prestigious NETPAC Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Presented by the Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema (NETPAC), the award recognises outstanding feature films from Asia and the Pacific, spotlighting fresh voices and bold visions in filmmaking. The story was conceived by Pooja Vishal Sharma, who also self-funded the film alongside co-producers Madhhu Sharma (Summit Studios), Arpan Raut, Akarshi Jaiswal, and Navin Shetty. Vimukt features cinematography by Shelly Sharma, who also serves as executive producer alongside Tushar Tyagi.…

The 82nd Venice Film Festival concluded with Indian filmmaker Anuparna Roy making history, winning Best Director for her debut Songs of Forgotten Trees, while American indie Father Mother Sister Brother took home the Golden Lion for Best Film. Out of the 4,580 films submitted, only 21 were selected for the main category. Roy’s feature was among the 19 in the Orizzonti category. The 82nd Venice International Film Festival was held from August 27 to September 6 in Italy. Among the 19 films showcased in the Horizons (Orizzonti) category was the one by Anuparna Roy, Song of Forgotten Trees. The Festival,…