Dr Shubhankar Mishra* – Publicité – *The writer is Joint Director in the Ministry of Education, Government of India. He previously represented the country at the World Hindi Secretariat, Mauritius as Deputy Secretary General (2023–2026). The views expressed are personal. There are individuals who merely occupy positions and there are rare souls who transcend…
Music composers Sachin-Jigar reveal why popular singers dominate Hindi film music, citing producer focus on fan bases for financial recovery. They emphasize their own creative process, prioritizing vocal connection over star power. For ‘Chand Mera Dil,’ they blended established artists with fresh talent, valuing merit and honest performances, while acknowledging the void left by KK’s…
(Image Credits: Pinterest) In May 2024, Yami Gautam and filmmaker Aditya Dhar welcomed their son, Vedavid. Two years later, as she reflects on motherhood and her journey in cinema, the actress says the experience has been transformative, but it hasn’t changed the way she approaches her work.“Motherhood hasn’t influenced my professional choices at all. I…
Satish Kaushik’s Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai (2001) completed 25 years on May 25, and, in other words, its lead actor, Tusshar Kapoor, also celebrated 25 years in the film industry. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the actor spoke about his other landmark film, Khakee (2004), and how he turned producer. EXCLUSIVE: Tusshar Kapoor…
Reggae star Shaggy, renowned for hits like ‘It Wasn’t Me,’ discusses his enduring relevance after three decades. He emphasizes the importance of curiosity, collaboration with younger artists, and self-belief over controversy for a lasting career. Shaggy also highlights the vibrant energy of Indian audiences and the potential for dancehall and reggae to flourish in India…
Currently shooting for the OTT seriesYe Dil Suna Raha Hai alongside Amit Sadh, Zoya Afroz and Shaheer Sheikh in Chandigarh, actress Hasleen Kaur says 2026 has become a year of thrillers and layered characters for her. Shot across Delhi and Noida, the series will next move to Mumbai for its upcoming schedule. “It’s a mix…
For actor Aneet Padda, May was packed with hectic shoots and long schedules as she completed work on her upcoming horror comedy ‘Shakti Shalini’. The film recently reached an important milestone after director Aditya Sarpotdar called wrap on the final leg of the shoot at Chitrarth Studio in Powai on May 27. The concluding schedule…
Entering the Pinkvilla Predicts tracking this week are Cocktail 2 and Peddi (Hindi). There is also a trailer update for Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. Cocktail 2 (19th June 2026)First day box office forecast: Rs. 7-10 crore Sequel to the 2012 hit rom-com Cocktail. While it wasn’t a big hit per se, the music…
Hindi cinema is once again in the middle of a generational transition. But unlike earlier moments of succession — the post-liberalisation rise of the Khans in the 1990s or the Ranbir Kapoor-Deepika Padukone era of the late 2000s — the current crop of young actors is entering a fragmented industry with fewer guarantees. Theatrical stardom…
