After watching Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups, one thing becomes clear: the film is attempting to offer something different from the conventional mass-action formula. It combines action, historical elements, larger-than-life characters and a dark visual world while attempting to tell a story connected to a complicated period in Indian history. Set against the backdrop...
Yash’s much-awaited action drama Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups has made a spectacular start at the box office, registering an estimated worldwide gross of around ₹140.75 crore on its opening day. The film, directed by Geetu Mohandas, arrived in theatres on August 26 after generating substantial anticipation among fans and trade circles. The opening...
The controversy surrounding Deepika Padukone’s exit from Spirit has returned to the spotlight after the actor appeared to support an Instagram post criticising filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga and the circumstances surrounding her departure from the much-awaited Prabhas-starrer. Padukone’s apparent social media response comes days after fresh claims from Pranay Reddy Vanga, the producer of Spirit...
Actor Vikrant Massey has spoken candidly about the intense online backlash he faced following the release of The Sabarmati Report, revealing that he was subjected to abuse and threats and that personal details, including his WhatsApp number and car registration number, were circulated. Massey discussed the experience while reflecting on the growing toxicity of social...
Patriotism has been one of the most enduring themes in Hindi cinema. Across generations, Bollywood has used films, songs and memorable dialogues to reflect changing ideas of what it means to love, protect and take pride in the nation. But the language of patriotism on screen has changed significantly over the decades. The earliest examples...
The much-awaited trailer of Toxic has arrived, and it is already generating considerable excitement among fans of Yash and action cinema. Packed with intense action, striking visuals, violence, powerful characterisations and bold imagery, the trailer presents the film as a dark and uncompromising big-screen experience. The biggest talking point of the trailer is undoubtedly Yash,...
One of the most anticipated Indian films in recent years, Ramayana, has finally offered audiences their first detailed glimpse through its newly released trailer. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra, the ambitious mythological epic aims to bring one of India’s greatest literary classics to the big screen with international production...
Actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood has reacted strongly to the controversy surrounding an alleged statement made by actor and politician Kangana Ranaut, describing such remarks as “very shameful” if they were indeed made. His response comes amid an ongoing debate that has drawn attention from both the entertainment industry and political circles, with several groups...
Shehnaaz Gill has spoken candidly about her changing approach to work and remuneration, revealing that she is no longer willing to accept professional assignments without being paid fairly. The actor and singer, who rose to nationwide popularity through reality television before establishing herself in the Hindi entertainment industry, said her experiences over the years have...
Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor has responded to the criticism surrounding his casting as Lord Rama in filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari’s highly anticipated Ramayana, saying that he does not believe there is one specific actor who can be considered the only “right” choice to portray the revered Hindu figure. The actor’s comments come amid growing public interest...