women in cinema

Veteran director David Dhawan acknowledges the evolving landscape of Hindi comedy, emphasizing the need for greater sensitivity towards female characters. Ahead of his potential final film, he reflects on his career, noting that while age slows him, his passion for filmmaking remains. Karan Johar lauded Dhawan's significant contribution to Bollywood's entertainment.

Huma Qureshi graced the Cannes Film Festival, attending the women in cinema gala and making striking red carpet appearances. Reflecting on her journey, she credited Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for inspiring her Cannes dreams and her own elegant saree look as a homage. Qureshi emphasized the crucial role of film festivals in showcasing nuanced global cinema amidst algorithmic trends.

Actress Tara Sutaria impressed at the Red Sea Film Foundation's women in cinema Gala. She wore an elegant white satin gown, drawing praise from fans and fashion enthusiasts. This appearance follows her earlier striking looks at the event. Sutaria's Cannes wardrobe was curated by celebrity stylist Tanya Ghavri.

The 79th Cannes Film Festival highlighted India's strong presence, with a viral video of a French woman praising Indian women's strength and resilience capturing global attention. Despite no Indian feature films in the official selection, six Indian films were showcased, including short and classic entries. Celebrities also made a significant impact on the red carpet.

IPS officer and actor Simala Prasad, currently serving as DIG, Women Safety, returns to the big screen with The Narmada Story, her third film. Inspired by real events, the crime drama follows investigating officer Narmada Raikwar as she probes cases involving missing girls. Drawing from her years in policing and work on issues concerning women and children, Simala shares how the film resonated deeply with her experiences in uniform. She talks about balancing public service with acting, bringing authenticity to the role, support from the police fraternity, and why she believes cinema can help spark conversations around justice, women’s safety and social responsibility.

My character in Blast is fierce, unafraid and is trained in martial arts. I've explored something that hasn't been done a lot in Tamil cinema, says Preity Mukhundhan.

Mahanadigai Season 2 is set to launch on Saturday, May 23. Acclaimed actresses Swasika and Radhika Sarathkumar will judge the reality show. The competition aims to discover the next leading lady for Tamil cinema. Participants will face acting challenges and receive mentorship. RJ Vijay will host the show. The series will air Sundays thereafter.

In a memorable 1986 chat, the iconic Rekha shared her wish to be reborn as a film star, emphasizing her desire to first embrace life as a woman. She celebrated the strength and evolution of contemporary Indian women, a sentiment that mirrors her own remarkable journey in cinema. Rekha's legacy continues to be a beacon of inspiration for countless fans.

Tamil cinema has shifted from hyper-violent narratives to intelligent investigative dramas, reflecting changing audience tastes and the rise of streaming. This evolution, marked by films like 'Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru' and 'Ratsasan', emphasizes complex plots and psychological tension over gratuitous violence, with upcoming releases continuing this trend.

Manasi Parekh made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival, representing the Gujarati film industry at the Marche Du Film. She described the experience as "incredible," involving three days of immersion in cinema, networking, and showcasing Gujarati films. Parekh aims to elevate Gujarati cinema onto a global stage, believing in thinking "out of the box" to create universally resonant films.

Sonali Bendre opened up about her journey in films, the pressures of stardom, battling self-doubt, and how surviving cancer transformed her understanding of success. Reflecting on her career, the actor particularly revisited the legacy of Sarfarosh and revealed that the film was initially dismissed by many.

Tara Sutaria shared exciting insights about Yash's upcoming film 'Toxic' at Cannes, praising director Geetu Mohandas and the powerful female roles. She hinted at epic sequences, comparing potential moments to Marvel's 'Avengers'.

Pooja Bhattrecently reflected on the tragic final years of late actorParveen Babi, recalling her struggles with mental health, paranoia, and isolation. Speaking about Parveen’s emotional decline, Pooja remembered seeing her at theStardustoffice “giving a long interview about Amitabh Bachchan wanting to kill her” and said people were “enjoying the circus” instead of recognising her pain.

Gulshan Devaiah makes his Telugu debut as 'Karuna' in Samantha Ruth Prabhu's upcoming comedy-action drama, 'Maa Inti Bangaaram'. The trailer reveals Samantha's character hiding a mysterious past while navigating family expectations and protecting loved ones. The film, directed by Nandini Reddy, promises a blend of action, family drama, and emotional depth, with a dialogue already gaining traction online.