From Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar' sequel to Rajamouli's 'Varanasi' and Bhansali's 'Love & War', discover the upcoming slate of major Indian films. Get the full list of release dates and star casts.
Iranian forces use tear gas at Tehran's Grand Bazaar as protests over living costs intensify. Over two dozen killed, marking the biggest challenge since 2022. Read the latest updates.
Iran's judiciary warns against rioters as protests over economic woes spread. At least 12 killed, currency hits record low. US and Israel react. Read the full story.
Bollywood star Deepika Padukone launches 'The OnSet Program' on Jan 5, 2026, a new initiative to empower and train the next generation of Indian filmmakers. Discover the details.
Fresh protests convulse Iran as economic collapse and currency free-fall trigger strikes and demonstrations. Analysis of internal paralysis and potential impact of Trump-Netanyahu actions.
Iran's exiled Pahlavi family urges security forces to join the people's movement for regime change. Reza Pahlavi calls for a secular democracy. Will the military shift its loyalty?
Former US President Donald Trump and senior Iranian officials have engaged in a war of words over the protests roiling Iran. Get the full details on the escalating tensions.
Son of Iran's last Shah, Reza Pahlavi, thanks US President Joe Biden for supporting the Iranian people. He describes the current regime's rule as a 'reign of chaos' and calls for a secular democracy.
Iran faces widespread protests as economic despair over the rial's crash fuels direct calls against Supreme Leader Khamenei's rule. Get the latest on the crisis.
Iran faces its largest protests in 3 years as soaring prices & a collapsing currency spark deadly clashes. Shopkeepers, traders lead demonstrations. Details inside.
First security force fatality reported in Iran protests as rial plummets. President Pezeshkian seeks talks but admits limited power. Details on the escalating crisis.
Iran faces widespread protests over economic crisis, leading to a government-ordered shutdown in 21 provinces. Clashes reported, security forces killed. Read the latest updates.
Iranian authorities report an attack on a government building in Fasa amid protests over soaring prices. Officials say unrest is limited, with arrests made. Read the latest updates.
Protests by shopkeepers and students rock Iran over economic woes. President Pezeshkian acknowledges demands as currency hits record low. Read the full story.
Iran faces its largest protests since 2022 as the rial plunges to a record low against the US dollar, triggering economic unrest. President Pezeshkian calls for dialogue. Read the full story.
Acclaimed Assamese filmmaker Rima Das receives a prestigious honour from New York Women in Film & Television. Discover the details of this international recognition for Indian cinema.
Miley Cyrus opens up about her proactive approach to getting songs into movies. The singer discusses her 'throw it out there' method and her collaboration on 'Doctor'.
Lucknow Police scanned 1500 CCTV cameras in a 5-day operation to recover Zuljana (Duldul), a revered horse stolen from a Karbala. One arrested, reward announced. Read the full story.
Iranian-American lawyer & salon chain owner Mora Namdar is confirmed as Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs in Trump's second term. Discover her background and the implications.
Israeli military confirms airstrike in Lebanon killed a key Iranian Quds Force operative. Tensions escalate along Israel-Lebanon border. Read the full report.
Actor-producer Chitrangda Singh discusses the female gaze in Bollywood, argues compelling cinema needs a 'good mind' over gender, and reveals her dream directorial project. Read more.
At the 96th Oscars, an Iranian filmmaker's win for 'The Last Repair Shop' becomes a powerful symbol of artistic resistance and the fight for freedom of thought against state persecution. Discover the full story.
Jafar Panahi's latest film, 'It Was Just An Accident,' subverts revenge tales with humane realism. The Palme d'Or winner, shot secretly in Tehran, is now an Oscar frontrunner. Read the review.
Delhi Police arrested a 26-year-old bus helper for stealing $1,600 from an Iranian national who forgot her purse on a bus at ISBT Kashmere Gate. Read the full story.
At IFFK 2024, a powerful panel of women filmmakers explored the male gaze, systemic barriers, and the need for authentic female narratives in cinema. Discover their insights.
Iran's legendary singer Googoosh, 75, releases memoir 'A Sinful Voice' during her farewell tour. She details her life, the 1979 revolution's impact, and her hope for Iran's future. Read her incredible journey.
Team Kalpanik from Gujarat won the Best AI Film award at IFFI's CinemaAI Hackathon in Goa for their short film 'The Red Crayon'. Discover how they achieved this prestigious honor.
Discover how Adivasi filmmakers are reclaiming their stories, moving beyond blackface, and using AI to ensure authentic representation in Indian cinema. Read more!
Right-wing influencer questions why Tucker Carlson Network executives are speaking at Qatari government conference featuring Iranian officials. Discover the controversy.
Celebrated Indian filmmakers speak out against shrinking space for independent cinema in theaters. Learn about the growing crisis facing alternative cinema.