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How the slight, unremarkable Amol Palekar carved a niche for himself

December 08, 2019 7:59 am

In his films, the actor was more the common man with middle-class aspirations than the guy who felled 20 baddies with one blow.

The focus is great cinema, not just great indie cinema: MUBI founder Efe Cakarel

December 04, 2019 8:01 pm

As MUBI enters India, Efe Çakarel talks about his experience of acquiring movies in the country and why he is headed to Chennai next.

When Bollywood met Banaras

October 29, 2019 11:24 pm

Mohit Takalkar on his play, Mosambi Narangi, tickling the funny bone and the art of doing nothing in Varanasi.

Ravi Shankar Prasad withdraws Bollywood economics comment

October 13, 2019 6:17 pm

Taking to Twitter, Ravi Shankar Prasad issued a press statement, saying a part of his statement had been completely twisted out of context.

Majrooh Sultanpuri: A soulful sojourn of a poet-lyricist

October 01, 2019 4:13 pm

Lyricist Majrooh Sultanpuri's 100th birth anniversary falls on October 1.

On the Loose: True Blue

June 17, 2019 12:12 am

Why we wear what we wear.

London-origin Soho House, a club and hotel chain, is Bollywood’s latest hangout joint

February 19, 2019 9:00 am

With the iconic view of the Arabian Sea and the city’s skyline, Soho House has a rooftop area and gym, a private theatre, a member’s lounge area and 38-bedrooms (open to public on booking) with a preference given to the global and local members.

Mumbai: Bollywood photographer arrested for making casteist slur, gets bail

January 23, 2019 7:08 am

The accused, Rakesh Shrestha (62), who is of Nepalese origin, has claimed to be “unaware of Indian caste hierarchies”. Shrestha had worked in over 600 films in a career spanning more than three decades.

Probe ordered into dance programme held in primary school

January 05, 2019 3:55 pm

In a blanket distribution programme held in a primary school, a dance programme was also held at the venue with dancers dancing to the tunes of film songs, police said.

Leading Ladies: Women who have held their own in Bollywood

December 27, 2018 3:17 pm

The common factor between the women mentioned in the book is that they have had to battle the entrenched boys’ club mindset, whether they belong to the more privileged by class and education end or the makeup artist-stuntwomen end.

Bollywood celebrities pay last respects to Manish Malhotra's father

November 19, 2019 7:29 am

Kareena Kapoor, Karan Johar, Malaika Arora, Kiara Advani, Gauri Khan, Shabana Azmi, Shilpa Shetty, Urmila Matondkar and Boney Kapoor paid their last respects to Manish Malhotra's father.

From Rakhee to Priyanka Chopra, a look at celebrity brides over the years

August 01, 2019 12:18 pm

Bollywood weddings have always given us major wedding goals — be it the couple's ensemble or the lavish decorations. However, celebrity weddings have also evolved over the years with brides and grooms experimenting with their looks in terms of colours and attires. Let's take a walk down memory lane and see who wore what on their wedding day.

Remembering Amrish Puri: Rare pictures of the iconic Bollywood villain

June 23, 2019 6:42 am

Amrish Puri birth anniversary: On what would have been Amrish Puri's 87th birthday, here's looking back at the life and career of the iconic Bollywood villain.

Bollywood celebrates Father's Day

June 17, 2019 6:52 am

Kriti Sanon, Rakul Preet, Taapsee Pannu, Sara Ali Khan and others took to social media sites to wish their fathers on Father's Day 2019.

The who's who of Indian film industry descend at PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony

May 31, 2019 11:26 am

Many celebrities like Rajinikanth, Sunny Deol, Kangana Ranaut, Karan Johar, Kapil Sharma, Sushant Singh Rajput, Shahid Kapoor, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra among others attended the swearing-in ceremony of Narendra Modi and his council of ministers.

Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone wow with another 'Bajirao Mastani' shoot

December 09, 2015 1:30 pm

Bollywood actors Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to promoting their forthcoming release, 'Bajirao Mastani'. The couple, who is rumoured to share a romantic equation, floored everyone with their look at a recent promo shoot.

Sonali Bendre, Vivek Oberoi launch new tv show

December 02, 2015 3:32 pm

Bollywood actors Sonali Bendre, Vivek Oberoi and filmmaker Sajid Khan launched the latest season of their television show, 'India's Best Dramebaaz' on Tuesday, (December 2) in Mumbai.

Ranbir Kapoor takes off, Ranveer Singh shoots for 'TV'

December 01, 2015 3:46 pm

Seems like Monday (November 30) was a busy start to the week for celebrities Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh and Sridevi.

Shah Rukh, Kajol, Kriti, Varun launch 'Dilwale' song, 'Manma Emotion Jaage'

November 27, 2015 12:31 pm

Dilwale' team - Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon came together on Thursday (November 26) to re-launch the PVR Icon- New Avatar of Multiplex. But the highlight was the launch of their song 'Manma Emotion Jaage', from their forthcoming release.

Inside this week's B-Town Diwali parties

November 13, 2015 1:35 pm

While we got a glimpse of celebrities arriving at various Diwali get-togethers around the city, we now give you an inside peek into the celebrations including the most exclusive and talked-about Diwali bash at the Bachchan residence.

Sabyasachi Mukherji: The designer that ruled 2018

December 31, 2018 2:10 pm

If the year has belonged to anybody, then it is Sabyasachi. From designing wedding lehengas for Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra to styling their grooms, all round the year. Mukherjee's designs have become synonymous with wedding couture.

Bollywood Stars Reveal Their Dream For India on Independence Day

August 14, 2018 2:57 pm

To commemorate India's 72nd Independence Day, indianexpress.com asked many Bollywood actors, about their dream for India. Anil Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Akshay Kumar, Anushka Sharma and several others gave interesting replies.

Upcoming Bollywood Films in 2018

July 27, 2018 2:03 pm

While the first half of 2018 gave us several hits like Sanju and Padmaavat, the second half is full of action, drama and romance. Here are all the major releases to watch out for the coming months this year.

Kangana Ranaut’s Sari Look Reminds Us Of Indira Gandhi

August 03, 2017 5:28 pm

Entertainment Top 5: Lipstick Under My Burkha to release, Sara Ali Khan's Bollywood Debut and more

June 06, 2017 7:41 pm

Entertainment Top 5: Deepika Is The Hottest Woman Of The Year, Sunny Leone In New PETA Ad & More

June 02, 2017 4:37 pm

Entertainment Top 5: Brad Pitt Meets Shah Rukh, Grand Premier Of Sachin: A Billion Dreams And More

May 30, 2017 6:50 pm

Sanjay Dutt Takes Wife Maanyata And Kids Out For Dinner

May 30, 2017 6:28 pm

Entertainment Top 5: Geeta Kapoor Abandoned, Salman Khan Saves Kapil Sharma Show And More

May 30, 2017 3:48 pm

Jabra Fan goes head to head with King Khan in 'Fan's first trailer

March 01, 2016 9:10 am

New Delhi, March 1 (ANI): The trailer of much-awaited Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Fan' is finally out for his die-hard fans. The Bollywood superstar launched the trailer at a special event at Yashraj Studios in Mumbai in the presence of his fans, who were allowed inside the studios for the very first time. King Khan, who plays the role of a doppelganger fan named Gaurav can be seen as an obsessed fan who crosses all the limits to meet his idol and superstar named Aryan Khanna. The first teaser came out early last year followed by the second teaser which was unveiled on actor's 50th birthday. The 'Fan' anthem titled 'Jabra Fan' has already become a rage amongst his fans. The song has also been recorded in six different languages to reach a wider audience. The film directed by Maneesh Sharma is all set to hit the theatres on April 15.