Mumbai, July 1 (IANS) As the first half of 2026 wrapped up on 30th June, IANS reached out to veteran theatre owners of India to gauge the state of India’s theatre business and make sense of the box office numbers. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Manoj Desai, the owner of Gaiety Galaxy, one of the oldest theatres of India, analysed the performance of films released in the first half of 2026.Shedding light on the recent performances of Bollywood movies, Manoj Desai revealed that the thea…
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Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) Sharvari has penned a note filled with gratitude for all the love coming her way for her latest release “Main Vaapas Aaunga” and said that every actor dreams of being part of a story that stays with people long after they leave the theatre. Sharvari shared a string of images of clips featuring reviews, comments, theatre and BTS of the making of the song “Maskara”.She wrote in the caption section: “I don’t know if there’s a greater feeling than seeing somethin…
Mumbai, June 13 (IANS) As her film “Main Vaapas Aaunga’ has hit the silver screen, actress Sharvari penned a “love letter” to the cast and crew for paying a tribute for their passion, patience and hard work, which brought the film to life. Sharvari shared a string of images of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali, her co-star Vedang Raina and the other techinal support people, who were a part of the movie.She wrote: “This series is called ‘People of Main Vaapas Aaunga’. A film may carry a few face…
Imtiaz Ali returns with “Main Vaapas Aaunga”, a deeply emotional drama that weaves together a pre-Partition love story with a…
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Actress Sharvari has opened up about her latest release ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ and described it as a deeply emotional story rooted in love, longing, and lasting memories. Taking to Instagram, she spoke about how the experience felt personal to her, whether while reading the script or living through the moments as her character Jiya. Sharvari added that the film explores a narrative of love that transcends boundaries, time, and emotions. She expressed pride in being part …
Rating: 4.5/5 In a time when love stories often focus on grand gestures, Main Vaapas Aaunga chooses to explore something deeper, the ache of separation, the beauty of waiting, and the hope of reunion. Set against the backdrop of the Partition, Imtiaz Ali’s latest directorial is an emotional journey that celebrates a love so pure and enduring that it transcends time, distance, and borders.Imtiaz Ali delivers one of his most mature and heartfelt films. With his signature sensitivity, he crafts a…
Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Anubhav Sinha has shared a heartfelt note praising filmmaker Imtiaz Ali and his latest work, “Main Vaapas Aaunga.” Reflecting on the current state of the film industry, Sinha remarked that in times when film directors are, for various reasons, getting “ruthlessly stripped” of the most essential element of their craft, Imtiaz Ali continues to stand out. He added that every frame of “Main Vaapas Aaunga” reflects a strong sense of belief and artistic integrity, ma…
Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has spoken about his collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh in the upcoming film “Main Vaapas Aaunga.” He described it as a heartfelt tribute to people affected by the Partition. The makers have released a special video of “Kya Kamaal Hai,” which will play at the end of the film during credits. The song serves as a tribute to refugees across the world who have been compelled to leave their homes and rebuild their lives elsewhere.In a statement, the film…
Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) Actor Danish Pandor has opened up about his growing passion for tennis. Speaking exclusively to IANS, he shared how the sport has become an important part of his life. The actor also revealed that he has recently taken a significant step forward by beginning formal training at Kunal Thakur’s tennis academy. Pandor also expressed his enthusiasm about the rising popularity of tennis in India.The actor stated, “I am a big fan of tennis. I have recently started training wi…
Mumbai, June 9 (IANS) Actor Danish Pandor has opened up about working with filmmaker Imtiaz Ali in his upcoming film “Main Vaapas Aaunga.” In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, Danish, who is set to make a special appearance in the film, shared that he auditioned for the role just before the release of Dhurandhar and had already wrapped up shooting for the film prior to its theatrical release. Speaking about performing in front of Imtiaz, Danish stated, “So, whenever I used to perform or…