Zoya Akhtar

Speculation about a relationship between Vihaan Samat and Radhikka Madan intensified after she attended his film screening. Samat, who trained at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, has gained recognition for his OTT roles. He recently posted a heartfelt birthday message for Madan, further fueling fan discussions about their bond.

An amusing tidbit from the set of 'Lakshya' showcases the unwavering discipline of assistant director Reema Kagti, even with the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recounted how Kagti and Zoya Akhtar instilled a culture of punctuality, leading Bachchan to charmingly dub her 'Gurkha' for her no-nonsense, military-like commitment to the film's production schedule. Read on to know more in detail.

Farhan Akhtar's 'Jee Le Zaraa', a highly anticipated road-trip film starring Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif, has faced significant delays. Akhtar has dismissed casting change rumors, confirming the project is back on track after resolving actor scheduling conflicts and challenges in finding male co-stars. He emphasized transparency regarding future updates.

Actor Mihir Ahuja shared positive experiences working on Zoya Akhtar's 'The Archies,' highlighting a smooth integration with co-stars Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda. Ahuja credited his open mindset and learning from their natural exposure to cinema for the enjoyable shooting process.

Alia Bhatt's sister Shaheen Bhatt announced her engagement to fitness coach Ishaan Mehra on Instagram with romantic proposal pics and a quirky caption: “We may have overdone this whole liking each other thing." Celebs like Ananya Panday, Rohan Joshi, and fans showered love. They went official in 2025.

Vijay Varma, hot off IC 814 and prepping Matka King (April 17 as gambling king Brij Bhatti), wants to direct a Rajasthan-set 'jaadu-tona' psychological horror drama—no comedy. Past: Ghost Stories. Craves more comedy too. Next: Netflix's Family Business with Anil Kapoor, Rhea Chakraborty.

Actor Vijay Varma shares his journey from early career struggles to overcoming typecasting. Despite a Cannes premiere, he faced years of idleness and limited roles. His role in 'Gully Boy' marked a turning point, allowing him to break free from restrictive brackets. Varma is now awaiting the release of his upcoming series 'Matka King'.

Actor Vijay Varma drew parallels between his own arrival in Mumbai with limited possessions and his character Brij Bhatti in the upcoming series "Matka King." The series, set in 1960s Mumbai, follows Bhatti's rise as an enterprising cotton trader who creates a sensation with a new gambling system. Varma expressed his long-held dream of collaborating with director Nagraj Popatrao Manjule.

Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' (March 19 release) dominates buzz for his acting and Aditya Dhar's direction. Shefali Shah's March 31 tribute recalls their fun first meet, praises his energy, team spirit, and roles like spy. Film hits Rs 900Cr net in India.

Bollywood celebrities have been visiting Manish Malhotra's residence to offer their condolences following the passing away of his mother.

Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar anticipates a resurgence of traditional love stories on the big screen, noting their cyclical nature in cinema. She revealed ongoing work on multiple projects, including "Dahaad 2" and two personal screenplays. Akhtar also shared insights into her evolving writing process, highlighting how her debut film "Luck by Chance" was significantly shaped by editor Reema Kagti.

Garima Malhotra, mother of renowned fashion designer Manish Malhotra, passed away at 94. The news drew prominent figures from Bollywood to the designer's Mumbai residence to offer condolences. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were among the stars seen paying their respects. Manish had previously lauded his mother's unwavering support in shaping his career and life.

Fashion designer Manish Malhotra mourns his mother Sudarshan Malhotra's passing. She died on Thursday, March 19. Her funeral took place Friday morning in Mumbai. Bollywood stars visited Malhotra's home to pay respects. Many celebrities offered condolences on social media. Malhotra shared a close bond with his mother, who inspired his career.

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi has once again weighed in on the portrayal of women in cinema, this time taking direct aim at item numbers and the larger culture of objectification surrounding them. In contrast, Shabana lauded filmmaker Zoya Akhtar for her nuanced portrayal of Katrina Kaif in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

In exciting news for fans, Zoya Akhtar has reportedly put the finishing touches on the first draft of a sequel to 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.' This new installment promises to bring together Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, and Abhay Deol as they navigate the complexities of friendship and unfulfilled dreams in their 40s.

Director Zoya Akhtar has released character posters of the cast of 'The Archies', generating excitement among fans. The vintage posters feature Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda, and Khushi Kapoor in the roles of Veronica Lodge, Archie Andrews, and Betty Cooper respectively.

The first poster of Zoya Akhtar's much awaited 'Dil Dhadakne Do' is finally out for everyone to see.

A power-packed director and the leading name with her promising project's, Zoya Akhtar stuns in her latest digital cover. The May 2019 digital edition features the director-writer in a ravishing look. Zoya Akhtar's 'Gully Boy' has become a rage across the nation making every character resonate with the audience.

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan's daughter Shweta Bachchan has turned a year older on Thursday, and to make her birthday special, her "old friend" Zoya Akhtar dropped an adorable wish for her on social media.

Zoya Akhtar's "The Archies" introduces its first song, "Sunoh," with star kids Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda, among others. The music video offers a glimpse into Zoya's take on "Riverdale" based on Archie comics characters. Suhana, Khushi, and Agastya's roles are highlighted in this introduction. Zoya Akhtar organized a boot camp for the young actors to help them adapt to the challenges of filming and co-create their characters.