Paul Schrader

Veteran actress Mary Beth Hurt, celebrated for her extensive work in film, television, and theatre, has passed away at 79 after a battle with Alzheimer's. Her family confirmed her peaceful passing, surrounded by loved ones. Hurt, a three-time Tony nominee, graced screens in films like 'The World According to Garp' and 'Young Adult', leaving behind a legacy of powerful performances.

Uma Thurman felt initially nervous about working with filmmaker Paul Schrader on 'Oh, Canada' but eased up after discovering his admiration for Taylor Swift. She praised Schrader's filmmaking precision and described him as a softie, highlighting the positive and educational work environment on set.

Shah Rukh Khan revealed at the World Government Summit in Dubai that he has never been offered a Hollywood or English film. Reports from years ago suggested he was to star in "Xtreme City" with Leonardo DiCaprio, directed by Martin Scorsese and Paul Schrader. The project never materialized, with Schrader citing SRK's lack of comfort with not having total control.

Paul Schrader, acclaimed screenwriter and filmmaker, faces allegations of sexual harassment by his former assistant. The accusations include inappropriate behavior and an alleged forced kiss. Despite a proposed settlement, Schrader withdrew, leading to a legal claim. Schrader’s lawyer calls the claims desperate and inaccurate, while Jane Doe’s attorneys seek to enforce the agreement.

A potentially groundbreaking Bollywood-Hollywood collaboration, 'Xtreme City,' featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Leonardo DiCaprio under Martin Scorsese's backing, fell apart due to creative differences. SRK, accustomed to directorial control in Bollywood, was hesitant to cede authority to director Paul Schrader. This ultimately led to DiCaprio's departure and the project's cancellation, depriving global cinema of a unique cross-cultural thriller.

Ethan Hawke said his great-grandmother believed he was destined to embrace priesthood but he was elated when she settled that his 'calling' was acting.

Hollywood icon Uma Thurman recently confessed her on-screen eating anxieties. Speaking on the Tonight Show, she revealed feeling nervous about consuming food during takes, fearing choking and awkward line delivery. Thurman discovered this anxiety after a mental health assessment. Despite a celebrated career, she aims to conquer the 'good eating scene,' viewing it as an unachieved milestone.

Actor Willem Dafoe has joined the cast of upcoming crime thriller "Dog Eat Dog".

Veteran actor Shashi Kapoor and Greek director Angelopoulos will be honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the 11th Mumbai Academy of Moving Image (MAMI) to be held in Mumbai from October 29.

If things work out fine, Shah Rukh will be seen working with Leonardo soon!

Director Paul Schrader recently revealed insights about the abandoned film 'Xtreme City,' which was set to star Shah Rukh Khan alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. The project fell through due to Khan's waning interest and reluctance to play a secondary role, ultimately leading to both stars losing commitment to the film.

Actors Quintessa Swindell and Esai Morales are the latest to join the cast of filmmaker Paul Schrader's upcoming movie 'Master Gardener'.

Actor Oscar Isaac is set to star in and produce Legendary's adaptation of a comic book.

Filmmaker Shazia Iqbal has penned an open letter to question the MAMI Board Members why her short film ‘Bebaak’ was dropped from its lineup. According to a detailed post by the filmmaker, the film was set to have its world premiere at the Mumbai Film Festival this year, but the board decided to drop it “because one of the producers is Anurag Kashyap,” she said.

We tell you the roles Shah Rukh and Leonardo will be seen playing in gangster epic ‘Xtrme City’.

Actor Willem Dafoe and Oscar winner Emma Stone are in negotiations for Greek filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos' next feature film 'Poor Things'. The movie, which hails from Searchlight Pictures and Film4, is based on Alasdair Gray novel of the same title, according to the reports.

Hollywood veteran filmmaker Martin Scorsese still has some regrets about the 1976 feature 'Taxi Driver', mainly the colour red, says American author Fran Lebowitz.

Singer Arjun Kanungo is set to make a cameo in Alaya F and debutant Karan Mehta's upcoming film 'Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat', a romantic musical Anurag Kashyap and Amit Trivedi.

Amitabh Bachchan is finally looking at some international projects.

The album of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap's upcoming film 'Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat', composed by Amit Trivedi, was released on Sunday. The filmmaker-music composer duo is known for belting out chartbuster albums together from 'Dev D' to 'Manmarziyaan'.

Are you up for a thriller or horror movie this weekend? Watch the six-episode show Dead Ringers on OTT, which has received praise from both critics and consumers for its daring medical themes. The series' first season premiered last month, but only now are viewers starting to take note of it due to both its compelling plot and the dual roles played by Rachel Weisz.

Shah Rukh Khan, 'King Khan' of Bollywood, turned down a role in Danny Boyle's 'Slumdog Millionaire' to host the TV game show 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?'. He would work in Hollywood if offered a story about a 46-year-old brown Indian guy.

If the opening had been grand, the closing ceremony of the 11th Mumbai Film Festival organised by Mumbai Academy of Moving Images (MAMI) at the JW Marriott on Thursday evening was the icing on the cake.

George Clooney lied about his acting skills.

Sigourney Weaver receives the Golden Lion at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, recognized for her versatile collaborations with renowned directors and starring in upcoming projects alongside celebrated actors.

Linda Haynes, best known for her roles in Brubaker, Rolling Thunder and Human Experiments, has died in her sleep at the age of 75, according to her son. Haynes, whose acting had a major influence on Quentin Tarantino, largely starred in crime thrillers and neo-noir films from the 1970s and 80s. Despite making a huge impression on Hollywood, she disappeared from the acting scene mysteriously.

Director Payal Kapadia’s film ‘All We Imagine As Light’ competes for Palme d’Or at 77th Cannes Film Festival alongside renowned directors and their films.

Musician Amit Trivedi says he took almost four years to work on Anurag Kashyap's directorial 'Almost Pyaar with DJ Mohabbat' music album.

The 'Empire' interview also included opinions from other filmmakers on changes in the industry. Sean Baker, director of the acclaimed 'Anora', voiced his disappointment over the shift toward digital cinematography and the increasing dominance of streaming. Meanwhile, 'Freaks and Geeks' creator Paul Feig shared a contrasting view, praising streaming platforms for their expanding role in the industry, which he believes has created more opportunities for filmmakers and storytelling.

Get a dose of international cinema at the Mumbai Film Festival, which will be held from October 29 to November 5.