Lust stories 2 teaser: Neena Gupta, Kajol, Tamannaah Bhatia, Vijay Verma, Mrunal Thakur to star in anthology
Lust stories 2, an anthology of four short films, will be helmed by R. Balki, Konkona Sen Sharma, Sujoy Ghosh and Amit Ravindernath Sharma. Key Points
The Indian ExpressBefore they peaked: Poonam Saxena on hill stations in classic literature
The hills promised romance, excitement, experiences outside one’s mundane life. Revisit two Hindi stories of fleeting encounters, love lost amid the mountains. Key Points
Hindustan TimesLust stories 2: Amruta Subhash, Tillotama Shome cheer for co-star Shrikant Yadav
Amruta Subhash and Tillotama Shome have shared behind-the-scene pictures with Lust stories 2 co-star Shrikant Yadav. He played Amruta's husband in the film. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesKajol says female pleasure should be normalised like eating and drinking
Kajol will be next seen in Lust stories 2. In a new interview, the actor said that female pleasure is a very normal part of life and must be normalised. | Web Series Key Points
Hindustan TimesTales and traditions: Textile heirlooms take centre stage in Delhi
Weaving together stories from the past and present generations are the works displayed at the Aina exhibition. It showcases the artistry and love that goes into creating and preserving the cherished textile pieces over the years. Key Points
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Megha Ray: We are catering to a much smarter audience now
Actor Megha Ray prefers taking up realistic stories that the youth can connect with, rather than unnecessary drama. She advises against learning on the go in the industry. Ray is currently working on the youth-centric show, Sapnon Ki Chhalaang, and is not bothered by TRPs, instead focusing on doing her job honestly. Key Points
Hindustan TimesCombating fake news: Staying away from Google can be a solution
Research shows high levels of search naivete among web searchers in the US. People must learn correct content search methods and fact-check information before consuming it. Key Points
mintPredictions for 2024: Devising new ways of narrating India story
In 2024, India is poised for an extraordinary year in media and entertainment, with an increase in digital media consumption and a surge in smart TV penetration. Streaming services, such as Netflix, are transforming the way we engage with the world, reaching a wide range of audiences. The golden era of entertainment is expected to continue, with streaming solidifying as the ubiquitous medium of storytelling. Key Points
Economic TimesBlackstone holds initial talks with Disney for stake in India arm -sources
Private equity company Blackstone (BX.N) has held preliminary discussions with Walt Disney (DIS.N) to acquire a stake in the Indian arm of the entertainment firm, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on Wednesday. Key Points
ReutersView: We are no different from our Vedic ancestors
The vedic stories introduce us to the hunger of the gods, and the hunger of women. We realise that nothing can be obtained unless something is given. Today, in the business world, we refer to hunger as need, want, ambition and demand. Shareholders are hungry for something, professionals are hungry for something, consumers are all about consumption. Key Points
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YouTube says goodbye to stories, temporary post format to be discontinued starting June 26. Know what happened..
Starting June 26th, YouTube will bid farewell to its temporary stories feature. Users won't create new stories and existing ones will vanish after a week. YouTube encourages creators to explore Community Posts and Shorts as alternatives, with expanded text-based updates and expiration options. Key Points
mintHere's what Vijay said when Tamannaah told him he'd be her first onscreen kiss
Vijay Varma recalls the time he met Tamannaah and ‘broke the ice’. That was also the time when she told him that he was the first person she'd kiss onscreen. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesLust stories 2 trailer: ‘Volcanoes' erupt in Netflix's steamy new film
Lust stories 2 is the sequel to Netflix India's 2018 anthology that featured four short films on lust by four diverse directors. It'll release on June 29. | Web Series Key Points
Hindustan Times2023 Tribeca Film Festival seeks to tell ‘untold stories’
Running from June 7 to June 18, nearly 70% of the competition feature films are directed by women. The festival is showcasing 43 first-time filmmakers, including many from traditionally underrepresented communities. Key Points
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