The character’s inspiration reportedly came from Meena, a midwife whose life reflected both compassion and hardship. Like many women in rural communities during that period, she occupied an essential but often invisible role within society. Midwives were not only caregivers during childbirth but also emotional anchors in village life, moving across homes and communities with …
A resident of Chennai has donated ₹22,674 to the Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund in Tamil Nadu, inspired by a powerful scene from the 2002 Tamil film Thamizhan, starring actor-turned-politician Vijay, where a character donates money to help the state clear its debts. The donor, identified as Arun Loganathan, chose to echo that message of …
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi is gearing up for Indian audiences to stream the British family drama Next of Kin, now headed to OTT platforms like Lionsgate Play soon. The series explores the emotional fallout within a close-knit family after tragedy strikes, and Azmi’s portrayal of Mrs. Shirani offers a nuanced counter-point to familiar cultural stereotypes. …
Salman Khan’s upcoming war drama has undergone a major title change, sparking curiosity among fans and industry observers. The film, which was earlier reported to be titled Battle of Galwan, will now be released as Maatrubhumi, with sources revealing that the decision was taken to shift the film’s focus from a specific military event to …
The much-loved comedy franchise Golmaal is officially returning with its fifth installment, and the latest update has already created excitement among fans. Filmmaker Rohit Shetty has begun filming Golmaal 5, bringing back familiar faces while introducing a surprising new addition to the ensemble cast. Leading the returning lineup is Ajay Devgn, who has been the …
A new Bollywood collaboration is bringing together talent from Hindi and South Indian cinema, as actors Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh prepare to share the screen in the upcoming film Raftaar. The makers have announced that the film will hit theatres on 24 July 2026, setting the stage for one of the year’s notable cross-industry …
Filming across cultures often brings both excitement and unexpected challenges, and actor Priyanka Mohan says working on the film Made in Korea turned out to be a memorable experience that pushed her beyond her comfort zone. The actor recently reflected on the time she spent shooting in South Korea for the Tamil–Korean collaboration directed by …
The makers of the courtroom comedy series Maamla Legal Hai announced that its second season would premiere on Netflix on April 3, 2026, bringing viewers back to the chaotic and humorous world of the Patparganj District Court. The show, which gained popularity for its quirky take on legal battles and small town courtroom drama, returned …
Veteran Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji has publicly responded to the controversy triggered by AR Rahman’s recent remarks suggesting that the Hindi film industry’s changing power dynamics over the past several years may have “communal” undertones. Mukerji — currently promoting her film Mardaani 3 — strongly rejected the idea that Bollywood is biased, describing it instead …
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra — one of Indian cinema’s most beloved stars — was **posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour, in the 2026 Padma Awards announced around Republic Day. The recognition celebrates Dharmendra’s decades-long contribution to film and popular culture and honours the legacy he left behind following his death in November …
