Language of change
The Bell Bajao campaign against domestic violence through film snippets brought filmmaker Bauddhayan Mukherji instant recognition. His first feature film in Bengali Teenkahon (Three Obsessions) has already made its mark in international festivals with its innovative treatment as they were shot in keeping with the filmmaking style of that period. Shoma A. Chatterji reports
Cant work as love interest of male protagonist
Having worked in a number of international projects, actress Tannishtha Chatterjee still believes she is an eternal student. The actress, whose first film Swaraj won a National Film Award, will now be seen in Ravi Kumars 'Bhopal: A Prayer for Rain'. TWF correspondent Shabarni Basu chats up with the actress on films, theatres, awards and more
Bollywood has showered me with love
Ali Zafar is one of the few actors from Pakistan, who have tasted success on the other side of the border. He is an equally accomplished singer and his chocolate-boy looks make him a hot favourite with women. The actor-singer, who has multiple hits to his credit, will be seen in a all new avatar in his upcoming film, Kill Dil. TWF Correspondent Gaurav Sharma caught up with Ali on films and more.
I am a happier person now
Ranveer Singh is one of the few names in recent times to have made it big in Bollywood without a background in films. The actor, who announced his arrival with Band Baaja Baraat in 2010, has come a long way. With multiple hits to hit credit, Ranveer awaits the release of his next film Kill Dill. He speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma.
Its every actor's dream to play a superhero'
Sidharth Malhotra announced his arrival to Bollywood with Karan Johars Student of the Year. Since then there has been no looking back for the actor. Sidharth, who has quite a few big releases up his sleeve, speaks to TWF correspondent Gaurav Sharma on films, brand endorsements, fitness and more.
Mohit Chauhans first song for short film #No1 Yaari to be released before Diwali
New Delhi, Oct 17 (IBNS): Popular singer and the magical voice behind several Bollywood chartbusters, Mohit Chauhan is all set to release his song 'Aisee Waisee Dosti Nahi, yeh Number One yaari Hai".
I dont like being identified as Bollywood actress
Richa Chadda has a lot on her hands. She has busy shooting for films, travelling with her play and is exploring writing and photography. The actress spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Gupta on her upcoming release Tamanchey, theatre and more.
Passion is the most important thing for me
Shah Rukh Khan is busy shooting for Yash Raj Films new production Fan and will be soon seen in Fahar Khans Happy New Year. In the meantime the actor along with Farah will also be seen judging dance reality show Dil Se Naachein Indiawale on Zee TV. The actor spoke to TWF correspondent Gaurav Gupta on films, dance and more.
Where silence is golden
Aditya Vikram Sengupta was named the best director of a debut film recently for his Bengali silent film Labour of Love (Asha Jaoar Majhe) in Venice Days, an independent sidebar of the Venice International Film Festival. Shoma A. Chatterji in conversation with the debutant director
Age bows to his talent
Dadasaheb Phalke-awardee and Satyajit Rays favourite hero, Soumitra Chatterjee, is completing 55 years on the silver screen. Shoma A. Chatterji meets him for a tete-a tete on this memorable occasion
An actor is a messenger
Naseeruddin Shah was in Kolkata recently to deliver the Satyajit Ray Memorial address on the subject, The Honest Actor. In a free wheeling interview with Shoma A. Chatterji, he shares his views on the art of acting
Bold and beautiful
The theatres now are full of celluloid tales revolving around bold women characters. But the films cannot avoid bowing to the box office needs either, says Shoma A. Chatterji .
Feel like feeding laddoo to everyone
Just months after her marriage with producer Aditya Chopra, Rani Mukerji returns to the silver screen as a tough cop in Mardaani, her home production. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actress in Mumbai
I am single at the moment
Kick girl Jacqueline Fernandez feels wedding completes love. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actress in Mumbai as she reveals her wedding plans
No need to spy on Siddharth
Vidya Balan wants to be the number one detective. No surprises, its her role in her upcoming film Bobby Jasoos. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actress in Mumbai
My husband is my Prince Charming
Sunny Leone is a hardcore romantic at heart and says she lives a fairy tale romance with her husband. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actress on love, romance and her Prince Charming
I am very fond of selfies
Alia Bhatt has paired up with her SOTY co-star Varun Dhawan in Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actress in Mumbai
I will only do comedy films
Sajid Khan is one creatively mad man. He will be introducing three sets of Saif Ali Khan, Riteish Deshmukh and Ram Kapoor in his upcoming film Humshakals. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the filmmaker in Mumbai
Sidharth Malhotra is quite cracked
Post Aashiqui 2, there was no looking back for Shraddha Kapoor. With her kitty full with film and endorsement offers, she has now become one of the sought-after actresses. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actress in Mumbai as she gears up for her next release Ek Villain
No childs play
The genre called childrens films or films for children is too broad a label to understand what these films stand for. Featuring a child as the protagonist does not necessarily imply attracting a child audience. In fact, most of these films raise questions about the adult worlds understanding and mistaken perceptions about the needs, desires and problems of children. Shoma A. Chatterji analyses as Amol Guptas Hawa Hawai hits screens
I am passionate about animation
Superstar Rajinikanths younger daughter Soundarya R Ashwin, who is making her directorial debut with 3D animation film Kochadaiiyaan, feels her father had full faith in her ability to handle the multi-crore project. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the new-age filmmaker on her latest project
Villains have more longevity than heroes
With his trademark lascivious sneer and menacing voice, Prem Chopra established himself as the stylish villain of the 60s and 70s. The veteran actor is now out with his biography Prem naam hai mera Prem Chopra penned by his daughter Rakita Nanda where he chronicles his journey of 50 years in Bollywood. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the bad guy in Mumbai
I am a very satisfied man
Akshay Kumar is ready with another action thriller this summer - Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actor in Mumbai
Karan Johar is a very good actor
Ranbir Kapoor is super excited about his upcoming film Bombay Velvet where he plays a boxer and has been paired opposite Anushka Sharma . TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actor in Mumbai
Business is a part of life
Everyone knows Shilpa Shetty Kundras entrepreneurial skills. Along with her businessman husband Raj Kundra, she has now launched her gold bullion and jewellery company - Satyug Gold. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actress in Mumbai on her latest project
We went for a babymoon
Imran Khan is a happy man right now. On one hand he went back to his childhood days while dubbing for the Hindi version of the 3D animation film Rio 2. On the other, he is preparing for the arrival of his first born. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actor in Mumbai
Back with a bang
Bengali films once set a benchmark for both good family dramas and serious cinema. Then for a few decades it faltered, putting off the knowledgeable audience. But now in its new avatar, it is bouncing back again, writes Moyna Sen
I want to own a big garden
Arjun Kapoor loves to do his little contributions towards Mother Nature be it in the form of being the Brand Ambassador of Earth Hour 2014 or by planting trees. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actor in Mumbai
I dont think much
Two films old Alia Bhatt has shown that she knows to make the right choices when it comes to picking up a role. The latest in her kitty is 2 States where the Highway girl plays a Tamil Brahmin. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu in conversation with the actress in Mumbai
Now giving time to myself
Sonakshi Sinha is looking fab and beautiful, thanks to those extra kilos that have been sweated out at the gym. TWF correspondent Sreya Basu chats up with the actress in Mumbai
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