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Subhash K Jha revisits Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Hum… Dil De Chuke SanamHum… Dil De Chuke Sanam. Thereafter, my life as a cineaste underwent a complete change. Don’t get me wrong. I am not saying my friend Sanjay has made the best film ever. Or perhaps I Am saying that. And don’t let the “friend” before Sanjay’s name distort the truth. I became friends with the director only after he made Hum Dil what-have-you.

I still remember that morning after the devastating experience. Before Ho-ho-hum-dil-de-chuke-sanam, all I knew about Sanjay was through Khamoshi: The Musical, not to be confused with Khamoshi: The Super-Musical that Asit Sen had made thirty years earlier. I expected to encounter an arrogant, impetuous director completely conscious of his genius as a director. And I was prepared for it. After all, Sanjay was the most romantically enthused and sensitive filmmaker since...

Chris Pratt will be executive producing a new dark comedy series in development at Amazon from the creator of the Netflix series Unstable. Some of Pratt's best movies and TV shows have fallen into the realm of comedy, including the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy and his time on Parks and Recreation. The actor has a decorated career that spans beyond these projects, too, including his role in Netflix's The Electric State adaptation, and his upcoming role in the sci-fi thriller Mercy.

However, Deadlinereports that Pratt will be going behind-the-scenes as an executive producer for God's Country, a dark comedy being developed by Amazon MGM Studios. Created by John Owen Lowe, best known for the Netflix comedy Unstable, God's Country follows a family described as having "Shakespearean roots," whose real estate mogul patriarch sets about gentrifying "the heart of America." But a small town's past threatens him and his family's endeavors.

Exclusive: Amazon MGM Studios is developing God’s Country, a dark comedy series from creator John Owen Lowe (Unstable), who will write and co-showrun alongside Samir Mehta (Under the Bridge).

Described as a darkly satirical tale of family and greed, with Shakespearean roots, the show follows a ruthless real estate tycoon bent on gentrifying the heart of America, whose quest begins to threaten his empire and embroil his family in the violent past of a lakeside town.

Adam Londy of Tornante will exec produce alongside Chris Pratt (The Terminal List).

Lowe is best known for co-creating, exec producing and starring opposite father Rob Lowe in Netflix’s comedy Unstable, which ran for two seasons. Prior to that writing on Fox’s 9-1-1: Lone Star, he is repped by UTA, Untitled Entertainment, and Latham & Watkins.

Mehta garnered a Gotham TV Award nomination for his work as writer, exec producer and showrunner...

Subhash K Jha in a new installment of his series This Day That Year, looks at Hansal Mehta’s CityLights. We also hear from Producer Mahesh Bhatt anout the making of the film

We’ve read a whole lot on the B A Pass Director Ajay Bahl’s walk-out of the Bhatts’ camp over the project CityLights which clocks 11 years on May 30. What is not known to the public is the real reason why the fall-out happened. Apparently the flash-point that severed Ajay Bahl’s relationship with the Bhatts was the film’s pretty Sikkimese model-turned-actress Geetanjali Thapa’s remuneration.

The problems started early. Ajay Bahl had no stress with Mahesh Bhatt. It was Mukesh who first declared that CityLights would have a budget of Rs 5 ½ crores. But when Ajay insisted on Raj Kumar Yadav for the film’s leading man Mukesh further cut the budget as he felt Raj was not a boxoffice pull.

Disha Vakani’s Father Starred Alongside Aamir Khan & Shah Rukh Khan! ( Photo Credit – SonyLiv; Instagram )

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is special not only because of its star cast but also because of their close association. Many may know that Disha Vakani’s father was a part of Tmkoc, but do you know he has also featured alongside Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan in iconic Bollywood films? Scroll below for the lesser-known fact!

One of the major reasons Disha Vakani got into acting is her father, Bhim Vakani. He is a notable Gujarati personality who went on to appear in some renowned Bollywood films.

In 2001, Bhim Vakani starred in Aamir Khan’s Lagaan: Once Upon A Time In India. That’s not it, he was also a part of Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades: We, The People (2004). Disha Vakani’s father has also featured in Madhuri Dixit and Jackie Shroff’s Lajja.

In a film industry obsessed with noise, Ankith Madhav is quietly building a reputation for precision. Whether it’s the clipped authority of Yogesh Yadav in Kannur Squad or the understated intensity in Richie Mehta’s Poacher, there’s something strikingly deliberate about the way he moves through roles—like an actor who knows the power of restraint.

Originally based in Mumbai before the pandemic, Ankith now works largely out of Kochi. It’s a geographical shift that’s gone unnoticed by many, especially after Kannur Squad positioned him convincingly as a North Indian officer. For audiences and casting directors alike, his fluency in Hindi and body language lent an authenticity that blurred lines between actor and character.

“I still get messages asking if I’m from outside Kerala,” Ankit Madhav says with a half-smile, but there’s no frustration—just the quiet satisfaction of a performance that convinced.

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Hansal Mehta has been a prominent filmmaker for over three decades, and some of his most well-known titles include Shahid, Aligarh, and The Buckingham Murders, among many other incredible films. He is also widely known for Scam 1992, a show that ranked third on the list of the IMDb Top 50 Most Popular Indian Web Series of All Time. Mehta recently curated a list of his all time favourite Indian male actors, listed alphabetically, exclusively on IMDb.

The list includes new actors, established stars, and yesteryear icons like Balraj Sahni, Dilip Kumar, Motilal, Om Puri, Sanjeev Kumar, Satish Kaushik, Shashi Kapoor, and Utpal Dutt.

Of course, the director has already worked with 10 of the actors, including Adarsh Gourav, Gagandev Riar, Manav Kaul, Manoj Bajpayee, Mithun Chakraborty, Nana Patekar, Naseeeruddin Shah, Pratik Gandhi, Rajkummar Rao, and Satish Kaushik.

This truly was a list that encompassed all the film industries in India. Along with the Hindi film actors,...

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Asit Kumarr Modi Opens Up About Being Touch In Gurucharan Singh (Photo Credit – Twitter/Sony Liv)

Lately, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been grabbing headlines for not-so-good reasons. While the iconic Indian sitcom continues to enjoy its successful run, off-screen stories related to its actors grab the attention time and again. We all know that several actors, after giving their blood and sweat for the show over the years, took a sudden exit from the show. Amid this, Gurucharan Singh reportedly reached out to producer Asit Kumarr Modi for his return, which didn’t happen. Recently, Modi talked about being in touch with Gurucharan. Scroll below for details!

Showbiz is not always a good place to be. Yes, with the right effort and luck, it can give you lifetime fame and wealth, but when the time isn’t right, it shows you the worst days.

Aamir Ali Recalls Traumatic Experience Of Traveling On A Train (Photo Credit –Instagram)

The talented Aamir Ali, of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii and Woh Rehne Waali Mehlon Ki fame, recently narrated a traumatic experience for him as a kid. In a very candid conversation with Hauterrfly, the actor recounted an incident from his teenage years when he was made a target of s*xual harassment on board a train in Mumbai. Aamir revealed that this traumatic event scarred him emotionally and prevented him from traveling by train for several years.

A Painful Memory Of The Past

Aamir’s story is both heart-wrenching and eye-opening. As a young teenager, he found himself the victim of inappropriate touch during a train ride in Mumbai. The incident was so disturbing that it changed his behavior and made him fearful of public transport. Aamir Ali said he vividly remembers how, after the incident, he became more guarded.

Fans Felt These Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Scenes Were Extremely Illogical(Photo Credit –YouTube)

The cult comedy TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah enjoys a huge fan following but there have been some sequences on the same which led fans scratching their heads in confusion. Not only were the actions of the characters illogical and impractical but also extremely illegal and a punishable offence in the real world. Here is taking a look at some of the scenes which fans of the show picked up on Reddit and which made them go, “What On Earth Is Going On?”

1- Dayaben Wanting To Adopt An Infant Illegally

Getting attached to cute babies is understable. But how on Earth do you think that you can adopt one without any proper documentation? This is what happened when Dayaben (Disha Vakani) wanted to adopt an abandoned infant baby named Khushi just because she awakened her maternal instincts.

Rishi Kapoor Once Revealed Neetu Kapoor Felt Insecure About His Reunion With Dimple Kapadia ( Photo Credit – Wikimedia; Instagram )

Rishi Kapoor was always a charmer, both on-screen and off-screen, who was linked with several top actresses of the time. He even married one of the most popular actresses of her generation, Neetu Kapoor. Among many female actors, Dimple Kapadia was one of the actresses whose name was linked with Kapoor, and he opened up about it in his memoir, Khullam Khulla. He also revealed that his wife felt threatened. Keep scrolling for the deets.

Rishi has been linked with actresses like Juhi Chawla, Divya Bharti, Tina Munim, and Dimple. Neetu reportedly caught him flirting numerous times, but she knew there was nothing to worry about after a certain time. She fought with him initially but then heeded them as just one-night stands.

For the unversed, Dimple Kapadia and Rishi Kapoor made...

The Cinevesture International Film Festival (Ciff) is set to return for its second edition in Chandigarh, India, from March 20-23, 2025. With an extensive lineup of international and regional films, as well as an expanded industry platform, the festival aims to solidify its place on the global cinema calendar.

French director Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Pérez,” an Oscar-winning film, will be among the headliners of the World Canvas section, alongside Magnus von Horn’s Oscar-nominated Danish drama “The Girl with the Needle.” The festival opens with the Indian premiere of “A Normal Family,” the Korean drama by Hur Jin-ho that made its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival. The opening night will also include a special screening of the Punjabi short “The Cycle” by Arpita Mukherjee.

Ciff’s World Canvas section will showcase 15 international features, while the India Unveiled category will highlight 17 homegrown titles. Special screenings and student films will complement the festival’s programming.

Yellowjackets is a show so strikingly original that it is hard to compare it to anything else. Showtime's feminist spin on Lord of the Flies combines teen angst, adult shame, and supernatural stirrings that keep audiences craving more. To fill the void between seasons, here is a list of startling mystery shows with enough sordid secrets and paranormal pleasures to satisfy the most ravenous viewers.

Fans of Yellowjackets' psychological horror and eerie thrills will find plenty to love among these stories of dangerous delinquents, creepy cults, and multiplying timelines. There is even a dash of cannibalism for the true connoisseur, and a heaping helping of feminist fury.

This Twisty Teen Crime Series Explores Suburban Secrets Cruel Summer (2021-2023): 2 Seasons, 20 Episodes Image via Freeform.

Fans of Yellowjackets' non-linear narrative will love piecing together the puzzles in Cruel Summer. Each season's standalone mystery, involving troubled teens in small towns, unfolds over three summers.

Padmaavat

Starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor, Aditi Rao Hydari, Jim S​a​rbh

Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali

As Sanjay Bhansali’s stunning Padmaavat re-opens in theatres, Subhash K Jha looks back at this seminal celluloid creation.

Padmaavat created a storm much before its release when the Karni Seva took it upon itself to stage violent protests against the masterpiece. Padmaavat was a labour of love. As in all of Bhansali’s films, there are visuals in Padmaavat that will be remembered for all times to come. And this is as opportune a time as any to salute Bhansali’s cinematographer Sudeep Chatterjee, who is a magician, a visionary par excellence who can put on-screen images that poets and painters put into their creations when at the acme of inspiration.

Almost every moment in the story that Bhansali tells of the royal Queen Padmavati and the Islamic invader...

The Mehta Boys Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Boman Irani, Avinash Tiwary, Shreya Chaudhry

Director: Boman Irani

The Mehta Boys Movie Review: A Masterclass On Father-Son Relationship! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

What’s Good: A raw and real film about the bond of a father and son done right without any drama!

What’s Bad: The pace – It is slow and needs patience.

Loo Break: Not necessary, you can hold your bladder for 1.5 hours!

Watch or Not?: Definitely yes! But no, if you are a Jamal Kudu fan! If you know what I mean!

Language: Hindi

Available On: Prime Video

Runtime: 1-hour 35-minutes

User Rating:

What is the most complicated relationship in this entire Universe? A father and a son, without a doubt! In fact, a father and a son who are shielded enough to look strong and decisive enough! A father and a son, who shake hands because a...

Update 1/27: Judge Amit Mehta, responding to a motion by the Trump Department of Justice, has removed all post-release restrictions on Stewart Rodes and the other Oath Keepers whose sentences were commuted. Mehta’s order rules that DOJ’s expansive reading on Trump’s vaguely written commutation, to include not only the prison sentence but also supervised release, is “reasonable,” and therefore “will not be enforced.”

The federal judge who oversaw the conviction of militia honcho Stewart Rhodes has barred him — and the other notorious Oath Keepers whose Jan. 6 sentences...

Multiple award-winning Indian director Hansal Mehta is diving into the production game, launching True Story Films with producer Sahil Saigal in a strategic partnership that includes investments from industry figures Vinod Bhanushali and Parag Sanghvi.

The newly minted banner, which represents a significant expansion of Mehta’s creative footprint, is launching with an ambitious slate valued at approximately INR5 billion ($58 million). The company will develop and produce theatrical features and streaming content across multiple genres, from hard-hitting dramas to comedies.

Mehta, whose recent director credits include “Faraaz” and “The Buckingham Murders,” will serve as creative head while Saigal, who produced both those pics, will oversee business operations. The venture marks Mehta’s first formal foray into production after building his reputation as one of India’s most critically acclaimed helmers.

“True Story Films is more than just a production company for me – it’s the realization of a dream to...

With Donald Trump winning back the White House, his Big Lie that Jan. 6 was just an enthusiastic rally that got out of hand, rather than an insurrectionist mob he unleashed to disrupt the count of the 2020 electoral college, has new currency.

A new congressional Republican report, spearheaded by Maga lapdog Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.) has recommended a criminal probe of former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) for co-chairing the House Jan. 6 investigation. Loudermilk’s report reached a through-the-looking-glass conclusion that Cheney & co. had promoted “a false, pre-determined narrative that President Trump...

Is Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders based on true events? The answer is no. There is no need for misleading information online that could confuse or frustrate audiences. Every Hansal Mehta production brings a unique element to the screen. Be it the lead cast, the theme, or the story. With The Buckingham Murders, viewers are introduced to a fresh narrative style from Mehta, showcasing an approach that feels new and unexpected.

The story centers on DS Jaspreet Bamra, recently demoted by her own request. Soon after, a local boy goes missing, and Jaspreet is reluctantly assigned to the case, one she feels unprepared to handle. Why does she resist this investigation? To understand her hesitation and uncover the mystery behind the missing boy, let’s delve deeper into the plot and see if Jaspreet ultimately finds the answers she’s searching for.

Spoilers Ahead

The Buckingham Murders (2024) Plot Summary...

“Rupali Ganguly Physically Hit My Mother…”: Stepdaughter Esha Verma (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Anupamaa has been embroiled in too many controversies in recent times. After the exit of Sudhanshu Pandey, Rupali Ganguly is now making noise over her personal life. Her step-daughter, Esha Verma, has made serious allegations against the actress, including claims that she hit her mother. Scroll below for all the details.

Esha Verma is the daughter of Rupali‘s husband, Ashwin Verma, from his second marriage. He married the Anupamaa actress in 2013, and they’re even blessed with a son, Rudransh. But it looks like there are a lot of issues within the family, as the stepdaughter continues to call out Ganguly over her alleged inappropriate behavior.

In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Esha Verma now claims Rupali Ganguly has been abusive towards her mother. She alleged the Anupamaa actress “physically hit my mother in person in Mumbai.

Starring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Hansel Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders also sees celebrity chef Ranveer Brar in a pivotal role. In this special interview with Subhash K Jha, Brar talks, becoming an actor, working with Kareena, cooking Hansel Mehta and more.

Ranveer Brar can’t get over the experience of shooting with Kareena Kapoor Khan in Hansal Mehta’s The Buckingham Murders. “Sir, it is something else! I mean at first everyone scared me so much. So I was very intimidated at first, you know, in awe. And then, I think she has this very calming presence around her. She puts you at ease, she put me at ease. So after the first scene, I lost that intimidation. And then I settled in easily. Also, I learned a lot from her. I think the ability to switch on and off, the knack of how to compose yourself before a scene.

Kareena Kapoor Khan’s The Buckingham Murders falls below 1 crore at the box office!(Photo Credit – YouTube)

The Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer The Buckingham Murders maintains a decent pace at the box office despite the collections moving slowly. The film has managed to cross the 8 crore mark with its 5-day collections. Let us look at how the movie fared on its sixth day.

The Buckingham Murders Box Office Collection Day 6

The Buckingham Murders’ total India net collection, including its 5-day box office collection, is 8.82 crore. The movie is now fast inching towards the 9 crore mark. On its sixth day (September 18), the Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer earned 0.60 crore at the box office. It fell below the 1 crore mark on Wednesday, which was an unmissable dip. However, it will be interesting to see whether the collection can witness an upward graph in the coming days.

The Buckingham Murders Box Office Collection Breakdown...

After the Berlin Wall fell and the Cold War ended, Russia’s president decided to visit India in 1993. This sparked real concern among the Intelligence Bureau and Wing officers as there were rumors of a plot to assassinate the president during his stay in New Delhi. Government officials suspected a deaf and mute worker from a Berlin café named Ashok Kumar as they found a German-made gun in his possession and thought he might be involved with the Kgb, or Isi, or maybe even the CIA, and thought he may have a possible connection to the assassination plot. Therefore, the government took the help of Pushkin Verma, a government teacher at a local school for the deaf and mute to get to the bottom of this by interviewing Ashok to figure out whether he was truly involved in this dangerous scheme or if he was being framed. The big question...

The passing of Anil Mehta, father of Malaika Arora, has been a deeply emotional and challenging time for her and her family. Here’s a summary of the recent events and responses surrounding this tragic incident:

Date and Location: Anil Kuldip Mehta died by suicide on Wednesday morning in Mumbai. He reportedly jumped from the balcony of his apartment in Bandra.

Cremation: The mortal remains of Mr. Mehta were cremated today. The last rites were attended by close family and friends.

Family and Friends at the Last Rites:

Family: Malaika Arora was accompanied by her mother, Joyce Polycarp, her son, Arhaan, and her sister, Amrita, during the cremation. Joyce Polycarp was visibly emotional and was consoled by her grandson, Arhaan.

Friends and Colleagues:

Close Friends: Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Karisma Kapoor, who share a close bond with Malaika and her family, attended the last rites.

Industry Peers: Arshad Warsi...

A federal judge ruled that Google violated antitrust laws “by maintaining its monopoly” on two product markets, search and general text advertising.

The ruling by U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta came after a landmark trial last year in Washington, D.C.

“After having carefully considered the witness testimony and evidence, the court reaches the following conclusion: Google is a monopolist, and it has acted as one to maintain its monopoly,” Mehta wrote. “It has violated Section 2 of the Sherman Act.”

Read the Google antitrust ruling.

The case will next enter a remedy phase, where the judge will determine what action Google has to take to resolve the antitrust issues.

The judge said that Google’s distribution agreements — in which it was placed as the default search engine on browsers, Apple and Samsung mobile devices and wireless carriers — have foreclosed competition. The judge noted that Google paid $26 billion in 2021 on...

Google has been found to have violated antitrust laws by building a moat around its monopoly over search.

In a ruling that could have sweeping impact in the digital ad market, a federal judge sided with the government in a landmark antitrust case over allegations that competitors were sidelined and customers got a lower-quality experience on the internet due to the tech giant’s dominance in search. The court pointed to exclusive deals with other companies, like Apple and Samsung, to have Google as the default search engine on their phones and browsers.

“Google is a monopolist, and it has acted as one to maintain its monopoly,” wrote U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta.

In the following months, the court is expected to decide on structural relief, which could mean divestitures or changes to the way the company is allowed to run its business.

The ruling marks the government’s...

Mira Rajput Kapoor, wife of Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor, dazzled in jadau jewels by designer Falguni Mehta at the ‘Legacy of Deft Hands’ show.

Mira turned muse in handcrafted jadau jewellery, adorning an antique finish polki choker with a long Russian emerald pendant to complement her elegant ensemble by Jade.

Mehta joined hands with Jade to unveil a stunning collection of Jadau jewellery at the show, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Bombay, in support of the Textile Gallery of the Csmvs in Mumbai.

Talking about the show, Mehta said in a statement: “In the realm of global jewellery trends, the enduring popularity and contribution of India’s polki and jadau jewels is widely acknowledged.”

“It underscores India’s cultural magnificence and shines through in its ability to blend centuries-old techniques with modern design sensibilities, resulting in unique and breathtaking pieces that transcend trends and time,” she added.

Mehta’s collection showcased uncut diamonds,...

Indian studio Applause Entertainment’s upcoming big-budget series “Gandhi” aims to humanize the Mahatma.

The first season covers the formative years of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi’s life as a law student in London and later as lawyer and civil rights activist in South Africa, during which time he conceived the ideas that ultimately led India to independence from British rule. Gandhi became known as Mahatma, or great soul, for his leading part in the independence movement.

The series sees the reunion of Applause, director Hansal Mehta and actor Pratik Gandhi (no relation to the Mahatma) who plays Gandhi, after hit SonyLIV series “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story” (2020).

The benchmark for on-screen depictions of Gandhi remains Richard Attenborough’s “Gandhi” (1982), which won eight Oscars.

“It’ll be complementary in that sense, because Attenborough had some three hours to tell the story, which is a big story and a big life,...

Gandhi, the Indian period drama series currently in production, will reveal “the origin of Superman,” according to its makers.

In a series of interviews, stars Pratik Gandhi and Tom Felton, director Hansal Mehta and executive producer Sameer Nair revealed the latest on the show, which is being billed as one of the biggest to ever come out of India.

The show will tell the story of Mahatma Gandhi’s earlier adult years before becoming a political icon and nonviolence protest pioneer, in particular his time spent in London and South Africa.

“There are almost 45 years of life before the moment he becomes the Mahatma,” said Nair, CEO of Gandhi producer Applause Entertainment. “Of that, a large part was spent in London before he spent 23 in South Africa. There are a lot of elements of that story that are not known but are important to the history. Richard Attenborough’s [1982] movie covers it in 15 minutes,...

Tom Felton aka Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy Joins Pratik Gandhi’s Series On Mahatma Gandhi’s Early Life. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Move over, Draco Malfoy! Tom Felton, the actor best known for his role as the conniving Slytherin in the Harry Potter films, is taking on a whole new kind of magic – portraying a character in a major new series about Mahatma Gandhi.

Applause Entertainment’s upcoming series, Gandhi, has unveiled its impressive international cast, and Tom Felton stands out as a surprising but exciting addition. The series, directed by the acclaimed Hansal Mehta, promises a captivating exploration of Gandhi’s early life, specifically his formative years spent in London and South Africa.

This period-drama marks uncharted territory for Gandhi’s story on screen. While his later life as the leader of India’s independence movement is well-documented, his lesser-known experiences abroad will be brought to life by a stellar cast.

Exclusive: Harry Potter star Tom Felton has boarded Gandhi, the Hansal Mehta-directed streaming series about the iconic Indian nonviolent resistance leader from Applause Entertainment.

Felton will play Josiah Oldfield, Gandhi’s first and best friend during a period he spent in London while studying law. Pratik Gandhi (no relation) is playing Gandhi, as we reported back in May 2022, and we can reveal his real-life partner, Bhamini Oza, will play Kasturba Gandhi, the Mahatma’s wife.

The period drama series has been billed as India’s answer to The Crown, and several scenes are being shot in London this month. As such, British actors James Murray, Jonno Davies, Molly Wright (Apostasy), Simon Lennon, Ralph Adeniyi, Libby Mai and Lindon Alexander are joining Felton in the cast.

On Monday, the Supreme Court rejected former Trump adviser Peter Navarro‘s bid to stay out of prison while he appeals his conviction for evading a congressional subpoena.

Navarro, 74, was charged with two counts of contempt of Congress after he refused to cooperate with the House January 6 committee investigating the Capitol Riot. Navarro failed to provide documents to the committee and refused to testify. Navarro cited former President Donald Trump‘s executive privilege to maintain confidentiality. However, there is no evidence that Trump ever asserted the privilege or that it would apply in this case.

This is Navarro’s second attempt to stay out of prison. In March, Chief Justice John Roberts denied Navarro’s first request. Navarro was ordered to report to a federal prison in Miami on March 19. Navarro renewed his request to Justice Neil Gorsuch. The motion was brought to a full court for a vote. Previously,...

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If you recall how invigorating it was to be swept away in such compelling true-crime dramas like The Staircase and Under the Banner Of Heaven, then set your sights on Under the Bridge. The new Hulu miniseries starring Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon) and Riley Keough (Daisy Jones & the Six) is based on author Rebecca Godfrey’s true-crime book about 14-year-old Reena Virk, who was found dead in 1997, eight days after she never returned home from a night out with friends.

Virk’s death, and the way this miniseries captures the events surrounding it, forces one to pause — the girl was surrounded and beaten by a group of teenagers. Vritika Gupta delivers a mesmerizing performance here as Reena in a masterful showcase that deals with race issues and the universal need for belonging. That the story arrives during Emmy nomination...

A year and a half ago, Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough were still relative unknowns about to hit the big time when they were cast together in the eight-episode Hulu true-crime thriller “Under the Bridge.” Gladstone would steal the show in the Martin Scorsese epic “Killers of the Flower Moon,” earning an Oscar nomination and a SAG Award win. Keough, famously the eldest grandchild of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Presley, landed Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her starring role in the Prime Video limited series “Daisy Jones and the Six.” In a Zoom interview this week for the “Under the Bridge” premiere on Hulu with its writer-creator Quinn Shephard and showrunner Samir Mehta, Mehta described landing Gladstone and Keough in the follow-up project to their big breakthrough as “literally kismet.”

He continues, “I had just moved into a new house about a month before I got this job. Met my new neighbor,...

Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough bring depth to characters based on real-life figures in Hulu's Under the Bridge true crime series. The series delves into issues of justice system failures and racism, providing a compelling narrative. Under the Bridge sheds light on the societal injustices faced by marginalized communities through the lens of a gripping murder case.

Hulu released the first 2 episodes of true crime miniseries Under the Bridge on April 17, following the life and death of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old teenager who went missing after going to a party with friends and was found murdered. Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon) and Riley Keogh (Daisy Jones and the Six) star as Cam and Rebecca, respectively a police officer investigating the case and the real-life author of the book the show is based on.

Godfrey's book Under The Bridge famously gives context to the murderers' actions and...

The star-studded casting of Lily Gladstone and Riley Keough in Hulu’s Under the Bridge, as it turns out, all started in the DMs.

The series, which counts Keough as an executive producer, is based on the true story of Reena Virk, a 14-year-old girl who was beaten and murdered by a group of teenagers in Canada in 1997. Keough stars as Rebecca Godfrey, who investigated and wrote a book on the tragedy, with Gladstone as a local police officer trying to solve the case.

At the show’s Los Angeles premiere on Monday, Gladstone recalled forming a bond with Keough in 2017 as they ran in the same Hollywood circles, when she was promoting Certain Women and the Daisy Jones & The Six star was releasing American Honey.

“I was aware of her work, anyway, but I feel like being in each other’s orbit then, I became very curious about who this talent was.

Nakuul Mehta, renowned for his roles in television, recently shared a heart-melting moment on Instagram. His son, Sufi, serenaded his mother, Jankee, with a birthday song. Nakuul affectionately dubbed Jankee the “Goat birthday mamma” and lauded Sufi’s performance.

The video captures Sufi’s adorable rendition, followed by a playful twist with the song “Dhinka Chika” from the movie “Ready.” Jankee, visibly touched, deemed it her “Best Day ever.”

Nakuul’s post garnered immense love from fans, celebrating the family’s bond. This glimpse into their personal life showcases the actor’s cherished moments amidst his busy career.

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Nakuul’s transition from television to voice-over work in films, like “Animal,” highlights his versatility and growing presence in the industry. His commitment to both his craft and family resonates with fans, earning him admiration beyond his on-screen roles.

The...

Lily Gladstone, creator and EP Quinn Shephard and showrunner/executive producer Samir Mehta joined Deadline’s Contenders TV to discuss their Hulu series Under the Bridge. Based on Rebecca Godfrey’s account of the murder of Reena Virk, all three said they were careful not to sensationalize Virk’s death.

“A lot of times, the human element, particularly the people who suffered the most are the ones who get erased,” Gladstone said. “The thing that happened to them becomes a sensationalized thing for the media and then it becomes something for consumption.”

Gladstone added that her movie Killers of the Flower Moon, for which she was Oscar nominated, faced the same issue. She felt Martin Scorsese’s film was aware of this dynamic, indicting itself for making a work of art about a real-life tragedy, too.

“It’s about bringing the voices of the family and what their experience was with the media,...

A judge on Friday moved to halt an investigation by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) into the liberal watchdog journalism organization Media Matters, issuing a preliminary injunction in the case.

Calling Media Matters a “radical left-wing” and “anti-free speech organization,” Paxton claimed to be investigating “potential fraudulent activity” by the group under Texas’ Deceptive Trade Practices Act, in response to its reporting about X — the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.

Media Matters President and CEO Angelo Carusone said in a statement on Friday evening that X owner...

Poacher

Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Kani Kusruti, Ranjitha Menon,Maala Parvathi

Directed by Richie Mehta

Poacher is about killing elephants for their tusk. Richie Mehta , known to not spare us any details from the scene of the crime (Delhi Crime) highlights scenes of poachers ripping out the priceless ivory from elephants wailing in unbearable pain.

I don’t know how Mehta shot these never-before scenes of cruelty to animals. We are assured that no animal was harmed during the shooting. We as the spectators are irreparably harmed.

It is not a pleasant sight to see how cruel we humans can be. Poached is an expose on a loveless irredeemably lost civilization which no longer cares about the damage we cause to our own earth every single day.

But we are straying. The focus here is on the plunder of elephants. It is not an easy breezy series to sit through.

Actress Alia Bhatt will be seen as the executive producer for the crime series ‘Poacher’, created by Richie Mehta. She said that the impact of it was deeply personal, and the Emmy-Award filmmaker’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with her.

Talking about coming onboard as the executive producer for ‘Poacher’, Alia shared, “Being part of this incredibly significant project is an honour, for both me and the entire team at Eternal Sunshine Productions. The impact of ‘Poacher’ was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team.”

She added: “The storytelling genuinely moved me, especially knowing it’s based on true events, that sheds light on brutal crimes occurring in our forests. I am confident that ‘Poacher’ will serve as an eye-opener, delivering a powerful message to be more compassionate and considerate towards all living beings.

Deepa Mehta is set to direct “Troilokya,” a thriller about an Indian woman known to be a serial killer. Production is through pan-Asian film company Through the Lens Entertainment and India’s Open Air Films.

The story, set in 19th century Calcutta during British rule, sees a female prostitute embark on an unheard of killing spree. For more than a decade, she is hunted down by detective Priyonath Mukhopadhyay. The screenplay, written by Juhi Chaturvedi (“Piku”), navigates through eccentric relationships fraught with lust, obsession, revenge and hatred.

Production is set for August and September with locations including India and Thailand. Though the Lens Entertainment is looking to appoint a distributor and aims for a theatrical release in India, with digital distribution in international territories.

“The challenge of depicting a serial murderess as a heroine is what intrigues me most about ‘Troilokya.’ ‘Is it possible to muster empathy for this child bride turned prostitute turned killer?...

Prime Video has acquired and set a stream date for “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta’s investigative drama series “Poacher.”

Based on court documents and testimonials, “Poacher” is a fictional dramatization of events that unfolded in the dense forests of Kerala and the urban jungle that is India’s capital Delhi. The series highlights the contributions made by Indian forest service officers, Ngo workers from the Wildlife Trust of India, police personnel and good samaritans who risked their lives to investigate the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It was filmed in real-life settings across Kerala and New Delhi and is primarily in the Malayalam, Hindi and English languages.

Created, written and directed by Mehta, whose Netflix show “Delhi Crime” won the International Emmy for drama series, the “Poacher” cast includes Nimisha Sajayan (Tallinn title “Adrishya Jalakangal”), Roshan Mathew (Busan winner “Paradise”) and Dibyendu Bhattacharya (Emmy nominated series “Rocket Boys...

Hansal Mehta Says “Because Of This Unwelcoming Attitude…” As He Hits Back At Omar Abdullah, Who Slammed Huma Qureshi’s Show ‘Maharani’ (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)

Recently, vice-president of the National Conference and former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, took to his Twitter account to slam Huma Qureshi’s web show Maharani. The former Cm shared a few glimpses from the show and slammed the ruling government for allowing the shoot to take place inside the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly. While his Tweet went viral and received a mixed response from social media users, filmmaker Hansal Mehta has now hit back at the politician for calling it a ‘shame.’

The former Chief Minister tweeted, “The true face of “the mother of democracy,” where once elected representatives of the people from all parties, religions, backgrounds & parts of J&k legislated on matters of great importance now actors & extras use it...

Cid Actor Dinesh Phadnis Heartbreaking News! ‘Daya’ Dayanand Shetty Reveals He’s On Ventilator Battling For His Life ( Photo Credit – Liv Crime / YouTube )

Cid isn’t just a television show; it’s been an emotion for many growing up in the 90s. Sony TV’s show ran for 20 years, panning through 1500+ episodes, being the reason for major nostalgia for those who loved to watch detective dramas on TV. Earlier today, the news broke that Dinesh Phadnis, the actor who played Fredricks on the show, has suffered from a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital.

He was recently admitted to the hospital as well, owing to his serious health implications. But, now the news coming in is that his co-star Dayanand Shetty, who played ‘Daya’ on the same show, has spoken about his health and things aren’t too well.

Dayanand first clarified the rumors and revealed that Dinesh...

Animal: Ranbir Kapoor’s Misogynist Character Slammed By Swanand Kirkire ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook )

Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal is roaring at the box office and how. Ever since the film hit the big screens on December 1 – marking a clash with Vicky Kaushal’s Sam Bahadur – it has set the box offices ringing with its monstrous collections. Within just two days, the film crossed the 100 crore mark, leaving Shah Rukh Khan’s films Pathaan and Jawan behind. Amid all the praises and positive reviews, Bollywood lyricist Swanand Kirkire has bashed the film left, right, and center.

Helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film also stars Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, and Tripti Dimri among others. The film has received mixed to positive reviews from critics and movie lovers. Owing to the buzz around the film, it’s receiving a huge response at the theatres as well. But the film is...

Patreon has acquired Moment, a hosting and ticketing platform that lets creators hold digital events.

Moment (previously known as Moment House) was founded in 2019 by Arjun Mehta, Nigel Egrari, and Shray Bansal, and had raised $13.5 million from investors including UTA, Cody Ko, Noel Miller, Cameo founder Devon Townsend‘s Dumb Money Capital, former YouTube exec Shishir Mehrotra, and music artist Halsey.

By 2021, Moment had sold more than one million tickets to fans across 168 countries and 44 territories, it said.

Now it’s joining Patreon in a deal that’ll see the latter “integrate foundational elements of the Moment and Patreon platforms to enable creators and fans to have a seamless experience across our membership, digital commerce, and digital event products,” Patreon said in a company blog post.

Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

“Patreon’s mission has always been to help creators take control over their work, deepen connections with their most passionate fans,...

Kareena Kapoor Khan is all set to make her second appearance on the digital platform with a Netflix original film, The Buckingham Murders. The film is directed by Hansal Mehta, the mastermind behind the acclaimed web series Scam 1992 and Scoop 1992. The first look of the film was released on Twitter by Mehta, who praised Kareena’s performance as a detective.

“Grief, hope, resilience and motherhood. Presenting Kareena Kapoor as Detective Jass Bharmra in #TheBuckinghamMurders. And yes, more exciting news soon.” Mehta tweeted along with a black and white poster of the film.

Mare of Easttown Trailer

The Buckingham Murders is a crime thriller based on a series of murders that take place in London’s Buckingham Palace. Kareena plays Jass Bharmra, a police detective who is assigned to solve the case. She is also a single mother who struggles to balance her personal and professional life.

The film is written by Asheem Arora,...

Hansal Mehta’s Netflix series “Scoop” on Sunday won the prizes for best Asian TV series and best lead actress for Karishma Tanna at the Busan International Film Festival’s 2023 Asia Content Awards and Global Ott Awards.

The hard hitting crime drama series is based on journalist Jigna Vora’s 2019 memoir “Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison.” Tanna plays the lead role of Jagruti Pathak, a scoop-hunting journalist who is caught in the nexus of the police, the underworld and the media.

Mehta (“Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story”) cast Tanna in the role because in her audition she had “the X factor” and that she “lights up a room.” “It’s an author backed role, it’s a dream come true role,” Tanna told Variety in Busan.

“The entire show is on this character Jagruti Pathak and the director has seen so much potential in you and you feel a responsibility,...

ABC News Studios’ “Impact x Nightline” will return for a second season Thursday, Sept. 21, on Hulu, kicking off with a look inside Tupac Shakur’s murder investigation.

The streaming news program takes an in-depth look at topics dominating American culture and conversations around the globe, featuring investigative reporting from ABC News anchors Diane Sawyer, Juju Chang and Janai Norman, along with correspondents Rachel Scott, Matt Rivers, Selina Wang, Megan Ryte and more.

In the Season 2 premiere, ABC News multiplatform reporter Ashan Singh will document the life of the legendary rapper on the 27th anniversary of his death, with a deep dive into the unsolved drive-by shooting that killed him.

The report, which looks at where his case stands today and the conspiracy theories that exist around his death, will examine newly released body camera footage from a police raid during the investigation. It will also feature interviews with Leila Steinberg,...