We live in a world where the outer appearance is valued the most. More than your merit, it is your face card that often ensures you get what you want. Especially in an industry that has glamour rooted in every nook and corner of its being, it becomes hard to even get noticed. Yet, there…
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta indirectly reacted to the trolling faced by Janhvi Kapoor over her Peddi scenes, saying social media is “literally destroying” young actors’ careers. Without naming her, he wrote that actors face a ruthless and unforgiving world where the audience is “judge, jury and algorithm.” Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has been quite vocal on social…
For decades, Salman Khan has been synonymous with larger-than-life action sequences, blockbuster films, and an on-screen persona built around strength and resilience. Whether it was his performances in ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’, ‘Wanted’, ‘Dabangg’, ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’, or ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, audiences have largely seen him as an unstoppable force.However, during an appearance on ‘The Great…
Ram Gopal Varma praised indie horror ‘Obsession’, made on a $750K budget but earning $170 million worldwide, calling himself obsessed with its unique editing and filmmaking style. However, his remark that every woman has a bit of Nikki in her left the internet fuming, saying he missed the film’s point entirely. ‘Obsession’ has turned out…
Fresh discussions around ‘Peddi’ have once again gained attention online after a series of alleged private messages linked to Janhvi Kapoor began circulating on social media platforms. The screenshots, which remain unverified, surfaced shortly after director Buchi Babu Sana addressed criticism surrounding the film and its portrayal of women. The reported conversations have now triggered…
Decades before discussions about the male gaze, objectification, and gender representation became mainstream, Smita Patil was already asking uncomfortable questions. The acclaimed actress, remembered for her powerful performances in ‘Bhumika’, ‘Manthan’, ‘Aakrosh’, ‘Ardh Satya’, and ‘Mirch Masala’, never hesitated to speak her mind, whether through her choice of roles or her public statements.At a time…
Picture Credit: Instagram Tollywood star Ravi Teja also known as Mass Maharaja is gearing up for his upcoming family drama, ‘Irumudi’ directed by Shiva Nirvana. Days after the makers released the first teaser, the team has now announced the release date. Release date of ‘Irumudi’ The makers took to their official handle on X (formerly…
Nithya Menen weighed in on the Peddi objectification debate surrounding Janhvi Kapoor, saying actors must assert themselves and set clear boundaries from the start. While admitting she hasn’t seen the film, she defended South Indian cinema, arguing objectification is a global problem rooted in the hyper-commercialisation of cinema. Janhvi has not yet responded. Nithya Menen…
Bobby Deol‘s ‘Bandar’ witnessed a slow start at the box office despite critics labelling it as the actor’s career-best performance. However, as per the makers, they never expected the movie to be an opening weekend spectacle. The Anurag Kashyap directorial has been receiving a good response from the audience who have watched it, but the…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow over the death of Malayalam actor Salim Kumar. The veteran actor passed away late on Saturday night at a private hospital in Kochi after facing health complications. PM Modi pays tribute PM Modi remembered him as a versatile performer. In a message shared on X (formerly Twitter), the…
