'The Neverending Story' Live-Action Film Adaptation: This is what we know so far
See-Saw Films, renowned for The Kings Speech and The Power of the Dog, is set to bring Michael Ende's timeless tale The Neverending Story to life once again. The fantasy classic follows Bastian Balthazar Bux, a young boy who discovers a magical book and becomes the hero of the land of Fantastica. Key Points
Economic TimesDirector Surya Kiran of Satyam and Bigg Boss Telugu fame dies in Chennai
Director Surya Kiran died due to jaundice at a hospital in Chennai. He was known for directing films like Satya and participating in Bigg Boss Telugu. Key Points
Hindustan TimesKerala to launch India's first government-owned OTT platform on March 7
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will launch the OTT platform at Kairali Theatre. It will be called CSpace. Key Points
Hindustan Times'Historic low’ report shows women-led films fell to 30% in 2023
A new study reveals an ‘industry failure’ in terms of championing women-led movies. 2023's top-grossing films chart matched the numbers from 2010. | Hollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesFrom Jackie Chan to Sylvester Stallone: Celebs who starred in adult films
Many celebrities got their acting break with adult films. From Jackie Chan to Sylvester Stallone to Arnold Schwarzenegger, these celebs had a past. | Hollywood Key Points
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Oscars 2024 nominations: Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' leads with 13 nods; check complete list of nominees
The 2024 Oscar nominations are out, featuring 321 films and top contenders like 'Oppenheimer,' 'Poor Things,' and 'Barbie.' Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on March 10, the 96th Academy Awards promise excitement. Notable snubs have stirred discussions, adding anticipation to the star-studded event. Key Points
Economic TimesRohit Shetty On Son Ishaan's Aspiration To Get Into Films: "He Has To Start From Where I Started"
He wants to get into films...he is 17 now but wants to get into films," said Rohit Shetty about his son Key Points
NDTV.comRohit Shetty On Son Ishaan's Aspirations To Get Into Films: "He Has To Start From Where I Started"
He wants to get into films...he is 17 now but wants to get into films," said Rohit Shetty about his son Key Points
NDTV.comAfter 'Pathaan', 'Jawaan', 'Dunki' in 2023, Shah Rukh Khan likely to announce his 2024 line-up
Recently, Shah Rukh shared how people from all over the world came out to him and showed their support. 'People called me from all over the world and said, ‘We wanted to come out for Jawan, Pathaan, and just be supportive of what you do as an actor.'' Key Points
FirstpostRani Mukerji roasted for calling 'Indian cinema best' citing 12th Fail's example
Rani Mukerji praises 12th Fail after being 'offended' by Prithvi Konanur asking people to watch Iranian cinema. Twitter thinks 'she does not makes sense'. | Bollywood Key Points
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KJo admits filmmakers get own people to praise their films
Karan Johar said he's paid people to praise his films. He shared why he thinks it's okay to do so in showbiz. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan Times2023, a blockbuster year for film industry
Bollywood's resurgence has been driven by diverse content offerings, innovative marketing, and pent-up demand among audiences for experiencing movies on the big screen notwithstanding the rise of streaming platforms, industry executives and experts said. While star-studded films like Gadar 2, Pathaan and Animal did send the cash registers ringing, mid-budget films such as 12th Fail and Sam Bahadur have performed reasonably well. Key Points
Economic TimesEveryone wrote Bollywood obit. Then Shah Rukh Khan made the miracle happen
From Kerala Story, Animal, 12th Fail, to Barbie and Oppenheimer, Indian audiences lapped up these films and were hungry for more. No matter the controversies. Key Points
ThePrintIncomplete releases: Half-baked, no fun!
From The Ladykiller to Hukus Bukus, many films were released incomplete in the theatres recently. Here's what the experts say. Key Points
Hindustan TimesVeteran actor Junior Mehmood battling with stage 4 cancer, says his close friend
Junior Mehmood (67) has featured in over 200 films. He is best known for movies such as Brahmachari (1968), Mera Naam Joker (1970), and Parvarish (1977). | Bollywood Key Points
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IFFI 2023: Sunny Deol breaks down as 'Ghayal' director Rajkumar Santoshi says industry didn't give the actor his due
Santoshi, who also directed Deol in 'Damini' and 'Ghatak', stated, 'I believe that the industry has not done justice to Sunny’s talent. But God has done justice.' Key Points
FirstpostFrom Manoj Bajpayee's 'Joram' to Anurag Kashyap's 'Kennedy', how Zee Studios is pushing content-driven films | Explained
Shariq Patel, CBO, Zee Studios shared, 'We've always believed in backing our content by giving it the best opportunity to be viewed. There's a strong belief in our systems that it's a much bigger win for all involved.' Key Points
FirstpostTamannaah on dealing with south films where 'toxic masculinity is celebrated'
Tamannaah Bhatia was seen in the recent Rajinikanth blockbuster Jailer. She has now shared her take on some south films promoting ‘toxic masculinity’. Key Points
Hindustan TimesNaseeruddin Shah says he couldn't watch RRR, Pushpa because of hypermasculinity
Naseeruddin Shah feels films around hypermasculinity are to boost the insecurity of men. He also wonders how many women might prefer films like RRR. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesDisney considers delaying some 2023 movie releases over strikes
Walt Disney may delay some of its film releases because of the ongoing strike by actors, according to unnamed sources. films that could be impacted include Poor Things, Next Goal Wins, Wish and Magazine Dreams,. Key Points
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Boxed out: Inside Bollywood’s lost magic
The Hindi film industry, or Bollywood, is facing challenges in terms of consistent growth and financial health. Factors such as high ticket prices, overpriced food and beverage offerings, lack of government support, and the dominance of a few top actors are contributing to the industry's struggles. Additionally, the pandemic has further impacted box office collections. Non-Hindi regional cinema is gaining popularity, while Hollywood films are finding better returns in the Indian market. There is also a lack of sustained capital and investment in the industry. The industry needs to address these issues and cater to a wider audience beyond the metros to ensure its growth and sustainability. Key Points
mintAnimal, Dream Girl 2, Fukrey 3, Bollywood plays musical chairs of release dates
A host of biggies have seen a postponement in their releases this year. Why is this happening, and will it lead to a domino effect on other films? We find out. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesHalf yearly report card of Bollywood: Pathaan, The Kerala Story among toppers, overall results average
The Hindi film industry didn’t have a lot of highs in the first half of 2023, except Pathaan and The Kerala Story. Disappointments like Adipurush and Shehzada dampened the spirit. | Bollywood Key Points
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