Komal RJ Panchal writes about the entertainment industry at Indian Express Online, covering it from all angles: Trade, celebrity interviews (in print and video format) and changing trends. An alumna of Mumbai University, she has experience in writing about films, fashion and lifestyle of over twelve years. She also actively does video stories and dives deep into research pieces on the Hindi film industry. In her career as a film journalist, Komal has interviewed some of the biggest names in Bollywood, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Deepika Padukone, Ranbir Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt, AR Rahman, Ranveer Singh, and many more, and also specialises in breaking news stories. Her professional responsibilities also include starting conversations about art and pop culture as well as highlighting opinions on socio-political issues. She is adept at adding nuances to celebrity interviews and long-form pieces about Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati films and other regional film industries.
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Years of experience: 12+
Qualification, Degrees / other achievements: Master in Media Management from Mumbai University, Post Graduation Diploma in Journalism from Bombay School of Journalism.
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April 06, 2017 20:01 IST
At the launch of Hindi Medium Irrfan Khan also opened up about how he was as a student.
Thu, Apr 06, 2017
April 06, 2017 19:23 IST
Irrfan Khan spoke about Vinod Khanna and said that he is one of the biggest fans of the actor.
Fri, Apr 07, 2017
April 04, 2017 20:16 IST
The previous office of CBFC was facing severe space constraint due to a drastic increase in the workload.
Tue, Apr 04, 2017
April 04, 2017 18:39 IST
Actor Vinod Khanna is admitted in a Mumbai hospital due to severe dehydration. His son Rahul said that he is in recovery and will be discharged soon.
Wed, Apr 05, 2017
April 03, 2017 21:55 IST
Shilpa Shetty Kundra spoke about importance of looking good in the glamour world, during an event in Mumbai.
Mon, Apr 03, 2017
March 31, 2017 15:41 IST
Naam Shabana audience reaction: Taapsee Pannu teaches the value of self defence through this movie.
Fri, Mar 31, 2017
March 31, 2017 13:29 IST
Deepak Tijori has allegedly filed another case of 'nullity' against his wife Shivani.
Sat, Apr 01, 2017
March 30, 2017 19:18 IST
Raveena Tandon feels proud of the film industry for making more women-centric films.
Thu, Mar 30, 2017
March 29, 2017 23:01 IST
Karan Johar also spoke about the importance of his family in his life, his mom's quirky side and how he dealt with his insecurities.
Wed, Mar 29, 2017
March 28, 2017 09:55 IST
Bobby Darling, who is now Pakhi Sharma, and her husband Ramneek Sharma are quite excited because they might get a wild card entry in one of the most celebrated shows on Indian reality TV, Nach Baliye.
Tue, Mar 28, 2017
March 27, 2017 18:02 IST
Malaika Arora Khan who started her career as a model in the 90s, believes the beauty industry in India has evolved.
Mon, Mar 27, 2017
March 24, 2017 16:00 IST
Phillauri audience reaction: After the first day, first show of Anushka Sharma film, the audience is in love with her turn as a friendly ghost.
Fri, Mar 24, 2017
March 23, 2017 14:26 IST
Anushka Sharma-starrer film's music director, Shashwat Sachdev, has revealed that the party track Naughty Billo was first recorded in Anushka's voice, but the actor asked to discard it.
Thu, Mar 23, 2017
March 23, 2017 08:58 IST
At the launch of song Gulabi 2.0 from her upcoming film Noor, Sonakshi Sinha confirms Nahid Afrin is safe and talks about her performance at the Justin Bieber concert. And why Salman might beat her up!
Thu, Mar 23, 2017
March 22, 2017 15:37 IST
Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar speaks on how she prefers to be the boss on the sets, and how she made Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara because she wanted to go on a road trip.
Wed, Mar 22, 2017
March 17, 2017 17:08 IST
Abbas-Mustan's Machine starring Mustafa and Kiara Advani has not impressed the masses.
Fri, Mar 17, 2017
March 16, 2017 16:51 IST
Baahubali 2 trailer launch: SS Rajamouli makes a big announcement, Baahubali will not end with Baahubali: The Conclusion, the film is now officially a franchise!
Fri, Mar 17, 2017
March 16, 2017 16:33 IST
Anushka Sharma talks about her film Phillauri, her role as a producer and tells us why Shashi was not seen on the cricket pitch.
Thu, Mar 16, 2017
March 16, 2017 12:36 IST
Baahubali 2 or Baahubali: The Conclusion trailer was to be launched in the presence of director SS Rajamouli, actor Prabhas and Karan Johar who is presenting the film.
Thu, Mar 16, 2017
March 14, 2017 23:13 IST
Rajkummar Rao, in a candid chat with indianexpress.com spoke about Trapped, Censor Board and the ongoing nepotism debate.
Wed, Mar 15, 2017
March 14, 2017 22:10 IST
The film is about a brothel madam, Begum Jaan, played by Vidya Balan.
Tue, Mar 14, 2017
March 14, 2017 20:46 IST
Begum Jaan trailer: Vidya Balan returns in a fierce avatar as the madam of a brothel. The film has been directed by Srijit Mukherji.
Tue, Mar 14, 2017
March 10, 2017 12:50 IST
Badrinath Ki Dulhania audience reaction: Everybody is loving Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt and are dancing to the tunes of the film.
Fri, Mar 10, 2017
March 09, 2017 20:50 IST
Katrina Kaif was injured during the shoot of Jagga Jasoos, and has been advised to rest by doctors.
Thu, Mar 09, 2017
March 09, 2017 13:18 IST
Paresh Rawal has signed his first Yash Raj film and it is none other than Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif's much hyped Tiger Zinda Hai.
Thu, Mar 09, 2017



