Author: Jyothi Venkatesh

A spiritual sequel to the 2007 superhit Taare Zameen Par, AamirKhan’s Sitaare Zameen Par has kept audiences excited ever since its announcement. Finally, after a long wait, the first glimpse of the highly anticipated film is here. The first official poster of the film has been unveiled, along with the announcement of its release date: 20th June. Now, with the release of the first poster, the anticipation has reached new heights. The poster features Aamir Khan along with 10 debutant actors, hinting at yet another joyful, refreshing and enchanting tale on the horizon. With the film Aamir Khan Productions is…

Mumbai witnessed a spectacular celebration of music, emotion, and unity as AR Rahman’s ‘The Wonderment Tour’ lit up the DY Patil Stadium, captivating a massive audience of over 40,000 attendees. Held as a marquee event as part of Waves Summit 2025, the concert proved to be a genre-defying experience that fans are calling a “once-in-a-lifetime moment.” The evening began with dynamic performances by The Yellow Diary, Anubha Bajaj, and Ridáy, who set the tone with their fresh and much loved songs. The momentum only built from there as the stage was taken over by musical legends Sukhwinder Singh, Jonita Gandhi,…

CLA and GoAP signed an MOU to conceptualize and operationalize India’s first Transmedia Entertainment City, Creatorland in Andhra Pradesh, which will have immersive theme parks, gaming zones, global cinema co-production zones and will also help drive job creation, skill development, tourism and digital innovation. This partnership was announced at the WAVES Summit being held in Mumbai from 1st to 4th May which was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narender Modi. The MOU was signed in the presence of Shri Kandula Durgesh, Hon’ble Minister Tourism and Entertainment, Government of Andhra Pradesh, by Ms Amrapali Kata, CEO Tourism and Shri…

In a groundbreaking move that marks a major leap for India’s creative and digital media industries, the Hon’ble Minister of Information and Broadcasting today announced the launch of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) at the Waves Summit 2025. The institute, set to become a national hub for the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Comics, and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR) sector, has already commenced work and has aligned with several tech and media giants for collaborative efforts. These include NVIDIA, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Meta, Star India, and Adobe. The IICT is being established by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, in…

Maverick director Raj Kumar Gupta applies the rules of larger-than-life heroes to this new chapter featuring an unsung Income Tax officer, a character he created almost seven years ago. The major change is that Ileana D’Cruz, who played the docile wife earlier, is now replaced by Vaani Kapoor. Meanwhile, Taoji (Saurabh Shukla) is in jail awaiting parole, and his earlier role is now portrayed by none other than Riteish Deshmukh. If the first instalment was set during the Indira Gandhi regime, the sequel unfolds in the V.P. Singh era. Without overtly stressing its intent, the film critiques the politics of…

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…