Srinagar, July 25 (IANS) Kashmir will be easier and cheaper for filmmakers as it rebuilds its relationship with cinema, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has said while unveiling the logo for International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir. Omar Abdullah said on Friday that Jammu and Kashmir is ready to rebuild its historic relationship with the film industry, asserting that the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) will help restore the Valley as a preferred filmmaking …
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Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) India’s largest multiplex operator, PVR INOX, on Thursday reported a nearly 70 per cent sequential decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 56.5 crore for the quarter ended June 2026.The multiplex operator clocked Rs 186.7 crore profit posted in the March quarter (Q4 FY26), according to its stock exchange filing.On a year-on-year basis, however, the company returned to profitability after reporting a consolidated net loss of Rs 54.5 crore in the corresponding quarter of th…
Chennai, July 23 (IANS) Even as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay’s eagerly awaited last film ‘Jana Nayagan’ finally hit screens on Friday, well known Tamil actor Arun Vijay penned an emotional note to actor Vijay, in which he recalled how Vijay had shared words of encouragement with him when he was in his low phase and how it changed his entire perspective and purpose. Taking to his social media timelines to pen the heartfelt message, Arun Vijay wrote, “To the person I admire as a collea…
Mumbai, July 22 (IANS) Actress Shweta Tripathi, who is gearing up for the release of her upcoming film ‘Mirzapur: The Film’, has spoken up about the journey of her character in the franchise. The actress shared that her character has covered a great deal of arc as she evolved from someone who believes in doing the right thing to navigating power, grief, revenge and ambition.What began as a gritty crime drama on streaming has evolved into a cultural phenomenon, with characters, dialogues and …
Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Saba Pataudi, on Monday, gave a glimpse of her memorable time in London as she shared pictures with the Akhtar family. The actress shared moments featuring veteran writer-lyricist Javed Akhtar, filmmaker Zoya Akhtar, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, and Shibani Akhtar. In the group photo, Saba could be seen beaming with joy while posing next to the Akhtar family. In the caption of her post, Saba highlighted her love for cinema and shared that she enjoyed being part of an eng…
Mumbai, July 17 (IANS) Actor Boman Irani has highlighted the power of cinema in creating awareness and encouraging meaningful conversations around Fragile X syndrome. Emphasizing the importance of stories that bring lesser-known realities into the spotlight, the ‘Munna Bhai M.B.B.S’ actor shared how films can help audiences develop greater empathy, understanding and acceptance. Ahead of World Fragile X Awareness Day, Boman stressed the need for more awareness and inclusion for individuals an…
Chennai, July 15 (IANS) Stating that censoring films was actually an insult to audiences, well known film director Ram Gopal Varma on Wednesday called for a ban on censorship. Taking to his X timeline to pen his thoughts on why he thought censorship was unnecessary, Ram Gopal Varma said, “Censoring films actually is an insult to the audiences. In an era of smartphones, global streaming, and access to infinite information, to pretend that a government appointed committee (What is the qualificatio…
Mumbai, July 12 (IANS) Filmmaker and actor Shashi Ranjan has shared his thoughts on the film ‘Satluj’ and its removal from the OTT platform. Praising the film’s storytelling and emotional depth, he described it as one of the finest films he has watched in recent years. In an exclusive interview with IANS, he highlighted its impactful narrative and powerful performances. Reacting to the film’s OTT removal, Shashi Ranjan expressed his opinion against banning films based on historical subje…
Srinagar, June 30 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, said on Tuesday that he wants to restore Kashmir’s role in cinematic production.Omar Abdullah on Tuesday chaired a review meeting to assess preparations for the 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK)-2026, envisaged as a landmark initiative to revive the region’s cinematic legacy.The meeting held extensive deliberations on the festival’s vision, its screening and programming strategy…
Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Celebrated playwright, actor and filmmaker late Girish Karnad had once offered a nuanced perspective on the relationship between theatre and newer forms of entertainment such as the medium of television and video.Further arguing that the rise of television and video should not be viewed as a threat to theatre, Girish had said that it should be viewed as means of bringing art and entertainment to a wider audience.Reflecting on the evolution of performing arts, Karnad, in an…