Ishita Moitra

Tanya Bami, series head at Netflix India, shares, “What people don’t always realise is that writing comedy is perhaps the hardest thing to do. One might assume a thriller is the toughest to crack, but comedy has to be culturally rooted, deeply relevant, and sharp enough to hold attention in a world where people can easily tune in and tune out."

Ananya Panday's debut web series 'Call Me Bae,' set for a September premiere, recently released its trailer, receiving positive feedback. A fan's comparison of Ananya to characters from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham' delighted her. The series, created by ishita moitra and directed by Collin D'Cunha, will be available on Amazon Prime Video, starting September 6, 2024.

Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Karan Johar partied in Delhi with their friends. KJo shared a picture on Instagram with a caption, "Such a fun night!!"

Karan Johar has roped in Ranveer Singh for his next directorial and the love story was announced on the latter’s birthday today. While KJo is all gung-ho about working with Ranveer, there was a time when the filmmaker was unimpressed with the actor. When Ranveer visited Karan’s popular chat show a decade ago, the filmmaker had revealed that he was not impressed with Ranveer’s looks. While Aditya Chopra insisted that Ranveer would be a powerhouse entertainer, Karan felt that no one would see ‘Band Baaja Baaraat’, thanks to the poster.

Kunal Kemmu shines in 'Single Papa', a heartwarming family drama exploring fatherhood. The series' creators, ishita moitra and Neeraj Udhwani, revealed their deliberate choice to cast Dayanand Shetty as a 'manny'. They envisioned a physically strong yet emotionally soft character, aiming to redefine masculinity and bring warmth and humor to the narrative.

ishita moitra, writer of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, praises Alia Bhatt's portrayal of Rani Chatterjee, a strong and intelligent woman who is a mainstream Hindi film heroine

Everyone wants to do something different to ring in the New Year, and for some waking up to fresh air and gorgeous scenery was the best way to start 2017.

Karan Johar's 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani' starring Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh in the lead, alongside Indian cinema veterans Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi is all set to make it to the theatres this Friday. The fans are excited to catch the first show of the first day , and well they can book the same now, as the advance booking of the movie has started.

This year, the theme of the fest was ‘Who moved my content?’

Karan Johar is back to doing what he does best, call the shots! On Ranveer Singh’s birthday, the filmmaker has announced that he will be directing the actor and Alia Bhatt in an endearing romantic saga which is all about love and family. Revealing details about his directorial, Karan Johar shared on Twitter, “” Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh have previously shared the frame in Zoya Akhtar’s ‘Gully Boy’ and their charming chemistry won hearts. Recently, Alia Bhatt began shooting for her own production venture, ‘Darlings’. The film is being directed by Jasmeet K Reen and also stars Vijay Varma and Shefali Shah in pivotal roles. While Ranveer Singh eagerly awaiting the release of Rohit Shetty directed ’83, which is also produced by Karan Johar.

After ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’, Karan Johar was supposed to take over the directorial reins once again for his upcoming period film, ‘Takht’. However, the filmmaker has now announced ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’ as his next directorial venture. Does that mean ‘Takht’ has been put on the back burner for now?

Mirror was the first to report (on February 7) that Ekta Kapoor is planning a version of Romeo Juliet with a homosexual spin .

Filmmaker Karan Johar, on Friday evening, shared pictures with actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, the cast members of his upcoming directorial 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani'. Karan took to his Instagram handle and shared some stills from their night out shenanigans in Delhi and the trio looked fashionable.

Karan Johar wrapped the Kashmir schedule of his upcoming film 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani'.

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan who was stationed in London throughout October for the shoot of her upcoming film 'Shakuntala Devi' was invited by the Honorary Baroness Sandip Verma to speak about the changing representation of women in Indian cinema, at the Palace of Westminster.

Ace filmmaker Karan Johar who piquing the interest of movie lovers with an announcement of his upcoming directorial venture 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' on Friday revealed that he has started scouting for locations for the Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt starrer film.

Karan Johar's next 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' has many excited, and it is no secret that Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt are set to play lovers in the family saga.

Karan Johar announced that Ananya Panday's character Bae in the new series 'Call Me Bae' is a modern-day equivalent of Poo from 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham'.

Excited for the star-studded 'Bad Newz' sequel, featuring Vicky Kaushal, Ammy Virk, Triptii Dimri, and a stellar cast. The film, directed by Anand Tiwari, explores pregnancies and parenthood, with a recreated nostalgic song. Anticipate a heartfelt journey on July 19 with this much-awaited release.

Ananya Panday's OTT debut 'Call Me Bae' premiered with celebrities like Kartik Aaryan and Suhana Khan in attendance. Suhana cheered Ananya on Instagram with "It’s Bae Day." The series, streaming on Prime Video from September 6, has faced comparisons to Western shows. Walker Blanco also supported Ananya, fueling relationship rumours.

Vicky Kaushal’s film 'Bad Newz' trailer, launched on June 28, features a surprising poster of his wife Katrina Kaif. Vicky hinted about her cameo, which confused Katrina. The comedy centers on Triptii Dimri’s character, pregnant with twins from different fathers, Vicky and Ammy Virk. The 2-minute, 57-second trailer is filled with jokes and the song "Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam," enhancing its appeal. Written by ishita moitra and Tarun Dudeja, the film releases on July 19, 2024.

Ananya Panday took a break from promoting her debut web series 'Call Me Bae' to celebrate her grandparents' wedding anniversary with her parents. The series, created by ishita moitra and directed by Collin D’Cunha, premieres on Prime Video on September 6. It features Ananya in the lead role along with an ensemble cast including Vir Das.

Karan Johar thaks each and every member of his team from writers to technicians to marketing team as Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani hits 200 crores at the global box office.

Karan Johar returned to direction after seven years with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. This romantic family drama stars Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh, Dharmendra, Shabana Azmi and Jaya Bachchan in lead roles. The film hit the screens on July 28 and has scored Rs 58 crore in five days.

Ananya Panday shared a fun behind-the-scenes moment from a shoot with her "bestie," Farah Khan, who served her delicious Yakhni pulao. The duo's playful exchange, especially Farah's "#callmebae" hashtag, hints at their exciting upcoming collaboration for the second season of the comedy-drama series 'Call Me Bae'.

As Karan Johar is back with his directorial venture ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’, the filmmaker also made sure to bring the best of the stars together from the classic as well as contemporary cinema.

Ananya Panday, Suhana Khan, Shanaya Kapoor, and Navya Nanda have been best friends since childhood. During an interview while promoting her web series 'Call Me Bae', Ananya revealed their WhatsApp group names: 'Charlie’s Angels' and 'Ananya’s Fans'. Their bond remains strong as they support each other in their professional and personal lives.

To build anticipation for the trailer release, the makers of the comedy series Call Me Bae, starring Ananya Panday, unveiled new posters on Monday. Prime Video shared these posters on Instagram, introducing characters played by Vir Das, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, Gurfateh Singh Pirzada, Niharika Lyra Dutt, and Muskaan Jaaferi. The series, produced by Dharmatic Entertainment and directed by Collin D'Cunha, marks Ananya Panday's OTT debut and is set to release on September 6 on Prime Video. The trailer will drop on August 20.

Writer ishita moitra is lapping all the praise coming her way for the success of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani , she reveals that Javed Akhatar told her, he's her fan now and how she feels no other actor except Ranveer Singh could have said her lines better.

The Hindi film industry has witnessed a significant transformation in the portrayal of male heroes. The definition of a hero is no longer limited to the archetypical masculine figure, but has expanded to include characters that break free from traditional molds. The emphasis now lies on the depth and authenticity of characters rather than adhering to preconceived notions of masculinity. This evolution is celebrated by artists and writers who believe in projecting men as emotional beings and challenging stereotypes. The changing landscape of cinema reflects a broader perspective on masculinity, encompassing a more inclusive range of experiences.