What lies beneath
Cinema reflects society they say. But society is also reflected in films. Youngsters copy follow their celluloid icons blindly often. Bollywood cinema is also generously inspired by acts of real crime and not just of great lives. What impact does it have on people in real life? Shoma A. Chatterji probes.
Fusion album of Bickram Ghosh and Tarun Bhattacharya unveiled in Kolkata
Kolkata, Oct 15 (IBNS) Music Blenders, a fusion album by Percussion wizard Bickram Ghosh and Santoor maestro Pdt Tarun Bhattacharya, was launched recently at Floatel, the floating hotel in Ganges, in Kolkata.
I love making women-centric films: Shoojit Sircar
Kolkata, Oct 1 (IBNS) In Kolkata for the DVD release of debutant director Anindya Chatterjees Open Tee Bioscope, a Bengali movie he produced, Shoojit Sircar opens up about his love for women-centric movies, here on Wednesday.
Havent watched the film yet, actor Soumitra Chatterjee at launch of Open Tee Bioscope DVD in Kolkata
Kolkata, Oct 1 (IBNS) Veteran Tollywood actor, Soumitra Chatterjee said he is yet to watch Open Tee Bioscope, singer turned movie-maker Anindya Chatterjees debut film, while launching the films DVD in popular lifestyle store Starmarks South City Mall outlet, in Kolkata on Wednesday.
Being Parsi
The Path of Zarathrustra made in English is a film that perhaps for the first time explores the Parsi identity and the history and origin of the faith. This reminds us of the contribution of the Parsis to Indian cinema. But has Indian cinema been kind to the community in portraying them? Shoma A. Chatterji writes
I love working with Akshay Kumar: Prabhu Dehva
With multiple hits such as Wanted, Rowdy Rathore, R...Rajkumar and Action Jackson, Prabhu Dehva is certainly one of the most successful directors in today's times. The dancer-filmmaker, who has once again teamed up with Akshay Kumar for Singh is Bling, which releases on October 2, is excited about the film. Prabhu in conversation with TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
Starmark to host DVD launch of Open Tee Bioscope
Kolkata, Sept 27 (IBNS) Lifestyle store Starmark, in association with Kaleidoscope, will host the launch of the DVD of the Bengali film Open Tee Bioscope next week here.
Calendar Girls is completely different from Fashion: Bhandarkar
Madhur Bhandarkars upcoming film, Calendar Girls, takes a look into the world of models, who are featured on calendars. The filmmaker, who is excited about his upcoming venture, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, life and more.
The Father through the lens
For millions of Indian children today, Gandhi is identified with the bald, bespectacled old man whose face appears in the currency note. Within this ambiance of anonymity and ignorance, Hindi cinema has succeeded to some extent in liberating the Father of the Nation from his captive anonymity frozen on rectangular pieces of paper to celebrate the principles he lived by. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, Shoma A. Chatterji looks at films on portrayal of Gandhi and on his ideologies
Pyaasa Revisited: Meeting the peoples poet anew
Guru Dutts cult film Pyaasa (1957) fully restored now is going to be screened at the 72nd Venice Film Festival this year in the Competition Section for restored films. In a scenario when many classics of India cinema are getting threatened with extinction, it is good news indeed, TWF correspondent Shoma A. Chatterji reports
Talking heads
The hit movie Bajrangi Bhaijaan has an interesting character called Chand Nawab, a small time television reporter in Pakistan, who is not taken seriously by channel editors. But how members of the fourth estate are portrayed in Bollywood in general? Shoma A. Chatterji takes a look
Quantico sex scene is big surprises: Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra these days is busy in Hollywood shooting for her debut international television show, Quantico, where she plays Alex Parrish. The actress, who is upbeat about both her international and Bollywood projects, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
I started making biopics when nobody was interested: Ketan Mehta
Theres something about Ketan Mehta that makes him one of the respected filmmakers in the country. The maker of just released Manjhi-The Mountain Man, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on its research and his next project on Rani of Jhansi starring Kangana Ranaut
I dont want scripts written for me only: Nawazuddin
Today, a film rides on the shoulders of Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The success of Kahaani in 2012 has certainly changed Nawazuddins life in the last three years. As the actor gears up for the release of his next release, Manjhi The Mountain Man, he opens up to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on life, films, acting and more.
Aditi Singh Sharma: A rockstar and a songbird
Aditi Singh Sharma is the new kid in town of Bollywood belting out popular numbers one after another. But she is also a woman with an attitude, finds TWF correspondent Pramita Bose
Waiting for a good script for direction: Anupam Kher
Anupam Kher has proved time and again that he is one of the most powerful performers in the industry. The talented actor is also into the second season of his chat show, doing a play and will be seen next in Sooraj Barjatiyas Prem Ratan Dhan Paayo. The actor in conversation with TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
Patriotism: A Bollywood journey
Bollywood films with patriotism as a theme has evolved since the days when Manoj Kumar made Shaheed on Bhagat Singh in 1965 because borders of the concept homeland has changed perceptively too, feels Shoma A. Chatterji
Motivation behind Ahalya was to direct Soumitra Chatterjee: Sujoy Ghosh
Sujoy Ghosh, the Kahaani director, has come out with a new experiment with Ahalya, a 14-minute short film aired through YouTube and not regular theatres. Already a big hit, it redefines the entire paradigm of film viewing, screening and exhibition of films. Shoma A. Chatterji in conversation with the director
Wouldnt have done Drishyam without Tabu: Nishikant Kamat
Nishikant Kamat is known for making hard-hitting films. His last film Force was a runaway hit and now the filmmaker is ready with his next film Drishyam, starring Ajay Devgn, Tabua nd Shreya Sharan. The director spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, his passion and more.
The avenging angels
Revenge is sweet, as many anti-heroes in Hindi films project. But though rather rare, heroines too take the same path to strike out against the oppressor, sometimes even going to the extent of killing. Shoma A. Chatterji takes a look at the larger picture
Varanasi pulled me like a magnet: Neeraj Ghaywan
Masaan, meaning crematorium , marks the debut of Neeraj Ghaywans directorial film which won two prestigious at the Cannes earlier this year. Neeraj also bagged the Mahindra Sundance Global Filmmaker Award. Shot entirely in Varanasi, the film marks the debut of many among the cast and crew too. Ghaywan, a qualified engineer and management graduate, switched over from corporate management to films. Masaan releases across India later this week. Shoma A Chatterji makes him open out
I knew Ajay before joining films: Tabu
Tabu hasnt been seen doing too many films of late. The actress, who went almost missing after Chini Kum, has finally started accepting offers. After Haider in 2014, she will be seen in Nishikant Kamats Drishyam alongside Ajay Devgn, TWF Correspondent Gaurav Sharma in conversation
Dancing with a fire in the belly
Manik Pauls is a story of fairy-tale-come-true. The winner of Indias Got Talent Season Six he shows how destructive feelings can be channelised into creativity. At 22, he is a picture of confidence. The dancer in a tete-a tete with Shoma A. Chatterji
Shyamoshree Guptas Rabindrasangeet album Nibiro Ghono Andharay
Kolkata, July 16 (IBNS) Popular bookstore Starmark, in association with Sagarika Music, will host the launch of Shyamoshree Guptas Rabindrasangeet album Nibiro Ghono Andharay at its South City Mall outlet on July 22.
Marriage has not affected my career: Kareena
Kareena Kapoor Khan hasnt had a release in quite some time now. The actress, who was last seen in Singham Returns, apart from a few cameos in between, will be seen next in Bhajrangi Bhaijaan opposite Salman Khan. The actress, who completes 16 years in the industry this year, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, career, life after marriage and more.
I try to shy away from attention: Emran Hashmi
Emran Hashmi is one of the few actors who have carved a niche in the industry with his own style. The actor, who is seen in Mohit Suris Hamari Adhuri Kahani, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, life, career
I go by my instinct in choosing roles: Vidya Balan
Vidya Balan hasnt had a release in a year and is anxiously awaiting the release of her upcoming film, Hamari Adhuri Kahani, opposite Emraan Hashmi. The actress, who is known for playing intense roles, speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma
Ranveer is very promising: Anil Kapoor
Anil Kapoor is on a high. The actor hadnt had a release in quite a while and is upbeat about his upcoming release Dil Dhadakne Do. The actor, who will soon start shooting for the second season of his television series, 24, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, life, international projects and more
Not marrying anyone from this profession: Kangana
Kangana Ranauts debut film, Gangster, released in 2006. It has been almost a decade since then and the actress has come a long way. Today she has two National Awards to her credit and is one of the most sought after actresses in Bollywood. Ahead of the release of her upcoming film, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, she speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, marriage, co-stars and more
Karan is biggest surprise in Bombay Velvet: Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoors last couple of films might not have struck gold at the box office but he certainly is one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood. The actor, who is all geared up for the release of his next film, Bombay Velvet, spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, life and more.
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