• Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Alia Bhatt to star in and produce Vasan Bala’s ‘Jigra’

National Award winner Alia Bhatt is set to star in and produce Jigra, a film directed by Vasan Bala, the makers said Tuesday. Backed by Dharma Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions, the movie will hit the screens on September 27, 2024. Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions shared the film announcement on its…

Sikh Canadians protest against India’s alleged involvement in Nijjar killing

Hundreds of Sikh protesters gathered outside Indian diplomatic missions in Canada on Monday (25), demonstrating against the alleged involvement of India in the killing of a prominent Sikh activist. The protesters trampled pictures of prime minister Narendra Modi and burned flags. “We are not safe back home in Punjab, we…

Uk cost-of-living crisis may lead to increased early deaths: study

The UK's inflation-driven cost-of-living crisis could have dire consequences potentially “cut lives short” and “significantly widen the wealth-health gap” a study published by the open-access journal BMJ Public Health on Monday (25) warned. According to the modelling for the study, there is a projected increase of nearly 6.5 per cent…

Military support no longer required after firearms protest says police

The largest police force in the country announced on Monday (25) that it would no longer require military support, following an incident where armed officers protested by laying down their weapons due to a colleague being charged with murder. A decision to charge the officer from London’s Metropolitan Police over…

Modi remembers Dev Anand on birth centenary: ‘Continue to influence…

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday remembered the iconic actor Dev Anand on the occasion of his 100th birth anniversary. Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), Modi dropped a couple of pictures with the late veteran star and wrote, “Dev Anand Ji is remembered as an evergreen icon.…

Celebrate Dev Anand’s century of cinematic excellence with his timeless…

Today, we celebrate a century of charisma, talent, and timeless cinema as we mark the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary actor Dev Anand. Often hailed as the ‘eternal romantic’ and the ‘style icon’ of his era, Dev Anand left an indelible mark on Bollywood. His magnetic screen presence and…

6 compelling LGBTQ+ narratives you can’t miss

Discover a world of captivating stories that shed light on the diverse facets of queerness on streaming platforms. These cinematic masterpieces delve into the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ experiences, fostering a celebration of identity and authenticity. From gritty dramas to heartwarming tales of self-discovery, here are 6 titles that push…

Mahira Khan talks about how patriarchy affects women

Majority of television shows in Pakistan revolve around patriarchal tropes, but a new offering titled Razia, which has actress Mahira Khan playing the lead role, takes a different approach and goes against the prevalent narrative. Khan recently appeared on a talk show as a part of promotions and addressed how patriarchy…

Salman Khan shares teaser of niece Alizeh’s debut film ‘Farrey’

Superstar Salman Khan on Monday unveiled the teaser of his niece Alizeh Agnihotri’s debut film Farrey, which will hit the theatres on November 24. Produced by Reel Life Production, the thriller is presented by Salman Khan Films (SKF), Mythri Movie Makers, and Athena. The film is directed by Jamatra fame Soumendra Padhi. “#FarreyTeaser…

‘Strictly Come Dancing’: Krishnan Guru-Murthy wows judges with fun-filled Cha…

The hotly anticipated 2023 edition of Strictly Come Dancing returned to screens on Saturday with a bang and saw 15 celebrities perform for the first time in their couples. Everyone performed to their full potential, but it was well-known journalist Krishnan Guru-Murthy who left judges Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse,…