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'Lost an actor whom people failed to value'

'Lost an actor whom people failed to value'

Shyam Benegal, whose Mammo earned Surekha Sikri one of her three National Awards, says the veteran actor was in a league of her own, thanks to her craft and dedication... [Read More]

17 July,2021 07:10 AM IST | Mumbai | Shyam Benegal
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From Shyam Benegal and Maggie Smith to Zakir Hussain, celebs who died in 2024

From Shyam Benegal and Maggie Smith to Zakir Hussain, celebs who died in 2024

As 2024 comes to an end we look back at our favourite celebs who left for the heavenly abode. From ace filmmakers, and music legends, to seasoned actors, the entertainment industry lost some of its gems this year. Here’s a final tribute to these icons... [Read More]

29 December,2024 02:19 PM IST
Spotted in the City: Varun Dhawan, Lara, Dipika Kakar & others

Spotted in the City: Varun Dhawan, Lara, Dipika Kakar & others

Spotted in the city: It`s time to sit back and flip through pictures of celebrities who made an appearance in the city throughout the day... [Read More]

28 December,2024 08:19 PM IST
Ent Top Stories: Salman Khan teases Eisha Singh with Shalin Bhanot's name

Ent Top Stories: Salman Khan teases Eisha Singh with Shalin Bhanot's name

Entertainment Top Stories: End your day with the most happening highlights. It`s time to relax and take a look at the latest news and events... [Read More]

24 December,2024 07:00 PM IST
Shyam Benegal funeral: Naseeruddin Shah, Gulzar Sahab, and others arrive

Shyam Benegal funeral: Naseeruddin Shah, Gulzar Sahab, and others arrive

Veteran director and screenwriter Shyam Benegal passed away at the age of 90. He breathed his last yesterday at 6:38 p.m. at Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai Central. The filmmaker`s mortal remains were brought to the crematorium at Shivaji Park for antim-darshan. Several celebrities, including Naseeruddin Shah, Gulzar Sahab, and others, arrived to pay their last respects to the legendary filmmaker... [Read More]

24 December,2024 04:28 PM IST
In Pics: Film personalities remember legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal

In Pics: Film personalities remember legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal

Legendary filmmaker and screenwriter Shyam Benegal, best known for shaping the Indian parallel cinema movement, died at the age of 90. Film personalities and enthusiasts took to social media to recall his contribution to cinema and society... [Read More]

24 December,2024 10:56 AM IST
IN PHOTOS: Aaditya Thackeray inagurates ancient temple in Mathura

IN PHOTOS: Aaditya Thackeray inagurates ancient temple in Mathura

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray inaugurated the renovated Thakur Shyama Shyam temple in Mathura, showing reverence during the program, as per the temple`s priest Mukesh Swami. Pics/ X... [Read More]

28 November,2023 03:57 PM IST
From 'Garam Masala' to 'Drishyam', Mohanlal hits that were remade in Hindi

From 'Garam Masala' to 'Drishyam', Mohanlal hits that were remade in Hindi

Malayalam film is synonymous with actors Mohanlal and Mammootty. Mohanlal has been a part of over 300 films in his career spanning over four decades. Over the years many of his hit films have also been remade in other Indian languages including Hindi. As Mohanlal turns a year older today, here are a few films of the National award-winning actor which were remade in Hindi:   ... [Read More]

21 May,2023 08:21 AM IST
IN PHOTOS: Childhood pictures of Rahul and Akshaye Khanna with Vinod Khanna

IN PHOTOS: Childhood pictures of Rahul and Akshaye Khanna with Vinod Khanna

Actor Akshaye Khanna turned a year older today. On his birthday, his older brother and actor Rahul Khanna took to his social media handle to share a childhood picture of the duo. Here we look at some of their childhood pictures along with their father, actor Vinod Khanna. (All Photos/ Rahul Khanna`s Instagram)... [Read More]

28 March,2023 07:06 PM IST
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Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar & Others attend Shyam Benegal's Pra

Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar & Others attend Shyam Benegal's Pra

A prayer meet was held on Saturday evening to honour legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal, who passed away on December 23 at the age of 90. The event saw several film industry members, including Shabana Azmi, Urmila Matondkar, Javed Akhtar, Sudhir Mishra, Naseeruddin Shah, Kunal Kapoor, Ila Arun, and Divya Dutta, gather to pay their respects. Shabana Azmi delivered an emotional tribute, recalling her long association with Benegal and the invaluable lessons she learned from him, describing him as her "guru, mentor, and friend." Javed Akhtar and Naseeruddin Shah also paid their tributes to the late filmmaker.... [Read More]

30 December,2024 05:49 PM IST
Shyam Benegal, 90, Passes Away; Tributes Pour in from CM Fadnavis to Karan Johar

Shyam Benegal, 90, Passes Away; Tributes Pour in from CM Fadnavis to Karan Johar

Veteran filmmaker and Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner Shyam Benegal passed away on December 23, 2024, at the age of 90 after battling chronic kidney disease. His death has left a significant void in the film industry, with tributes pouring in from stars like Shabana Azmi, Manoj Bajpayee, Akshay Kumar, Karan Johar, and others. Maharashtra CM Fadnavis expressed condolences, calling Benegal`s passing the end of an era, and praised his monumental role in shaping parallel cinema and influencing Indian storytelling. ... [Read More]

24 December,2024 04:34 PM IST
Veteran Filmmaker Shyam Benegal on 'parallel cinema' and meeting Anurag Kashyap

Veteran Filmmaker Shyam Benegal on 'parallel cinema' and meeting Anurag Kashyap

Today, as we remember the legendary Shyam Benegal, we’re revisiting an insightful interview where Mayank Shekhar caught up with him and Anurag Kashyap to discuss the past 40 years of cinema. Shyam Benegal shared his views on the term "parallel cinema," while Anurag Kashyap recalled their first meeting in 1993 when he arrived in Mumbai (then Bombay). From Bollywood`s evolving trends to social media trolls, the directors got candid during this fascinating conversation with Mid-Day. ... [Read More]

24 December,2024 04:28 PM IST
Akshaye Khanna's Journey from Childhood to Debut Film Himalay Putra

Akshaye Khanna's Journey from Childhood to Debut Film Himalay Putra

Bollywood actor Akshaye Khanna shares personal stories and insights on his journey to stardom, from his debut film Himalaya Putra to present day, in this old interview with Mayank Shekhar. He also talks about his childhood, school days, and forgetfulness, and reveals that he always wanted to be an actor rather than a star.  ... [Read More]

28 March,2023 03:25 PM IST
Watch What Ajay Devgn Has To Say About Pathaan’s Advance Bookings

Watch What Ajay Devgn Has To Say About Pathaan’s Advance Bookings

Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer ‘Bhola’s second teaser was launched today. The launch was attended by Ajay Devgan, Tabu, Bhushan Kumar and many other celebrities. Ajay Devgan answered several questions about movies post lockdown and appreciated Pathaan’s success at the advance ticket bookings. The first teaser got the love of both fans and critics. Ajay Devgan’s Bhola is the official Hindi remake of South film’s blockbuster Kaithi.... [Read More]

25 January,2023 03:57 PM IST
Bhola Teaser Launch: Watch Tabu Kissing Co-Star Ajay Devgn

Bhola Teaser Launch: Watch Tabu Kissing Co-Star Ajay Devgn

Ajay Devgn and Tabu starrer ‘Bhola’s second teaser was launched today. The launch was attended by Ajay Devgan, Tabu, Bhushan Kumar and many other celebrities. Tabu shared a candid moment with her co-star Ajay Devgan and kissed him. The first teaser got the love of both fans and critics. Ajay Devgn’s Bhola is the official Hindi remake of South film’s blockbuster Kaithi.... [Read More]

25 January,2023 02:21 PM IST | Mumbai
Rishabh Pant: DDCA President Shyam Sharma Provides New Update

Rishabh Pant: DDCA President Shyam Sharma Provides New Update

DDCA President Shyam Sharma gave a big update on Rishabh Sharma’s Accident, which was different from what the DGP had told earlier. Rishabh Pant got severely injured in a road accident near his hometown Roorkee. He was hospitalized after surviving a fatal accident. According to eyewitnesses, Rishabh`s car collided with the divider and caught fire. The doctors said Pant suffered injuries to his forehead, back and leg. The batsman was alone in the car at the time of the accident, and according to Uttarakhand Police Director General Ashok Kumar, he broke the windscreen to get out of the burning car. Pant was not included in either the ODI or the T20I squad and the BCCI media release didn`t clarify if he was injured, rested or dropped. The wicketkeeper-batter didn`t feature in the ODIs in Bangladesh as well before returning for the two-match Test series.... [Read More]

02 January,2023 10:43 PM IST | Mumbai
‘Dilip Kumar: Hero Of Heroes’- A Film Festival In Honour Of Megastar Dilip Kumar

‘Dilip Kumar: Hero Of Heroes’- A Film Festival In Honour Of Megastar Dilip Kumar

In honor of late actor Dilip Kumar`s 100th birthday, Film Heritage Foundation  founded by filmmaker and archivist Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, has organised a film festival to celebrate late cinema legend Dilip Kumar`s 100th birth anniversary. The festival, titled ‘Dilip Kumar Hero Of Heroes’, will be held on December 10 and 11. With a career spanning five decades, Mohammed Yusuf Khan, popularly known as Dilip Kumar, ruled the silver screen... [Read More]

08 December,2022 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai
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