Language of change

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) November 18, 2014

Cant work as love interest of male protagonist

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) November 10, 2014

Bollywood has showered me with love

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.

by Trans World Features (TWF) November 06, 2014

I am a happier person now

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.

by Trans World Features (TWF) November 04, 2014

Its every actor's dream to play a superhero'

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.

by Trans World Features (TWF) October 22, 2014

Mohit Chauhans first song for short film #No1 Yaari to be released before Diwali

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".

by IBNS October 17, 2014

I dont like being identified as Bollywood actress

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.

by Trans World Features (TWF) October 11, 2014

Passion is the most important thing for me

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.

by Trans World Features (TWF) October 07, 2014

Where silence is golden

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) September 15, 2014

Age bows to his talent

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) September 10, 2014

An actor is a messenger

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) July 30, 2014

Bold and beautiful

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 .

by Trans World Features (TWF) July 02, 2014

 Feel like feeding laddoo to everyone

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) June 26, 2014

 I am single at the moment

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) June 21, 2014

No need to spy on Siddharth

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) June 16, 2014

My husband is my Prince Charming

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) June 13, 2014

I am very fond of selfies

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) May 31, 2014

 I will only do comedy films

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) May 27, 2014

Sidharth Malhotra is quite cracked

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) May 26, 2014

No childs play

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) May 22, 2014

I am passionate about animation

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) May 10, 2014

Villains have more longevity than heroes

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 30, 2014

I am a very satisfied man

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 26, 2014

Karan Johar is a very good actor

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

 Business is a part of life

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

We went for a babymoon

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

Back with a bang

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

I want to own a big garden

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

I dont think much

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014

 Now giving time to myself

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

by Trans World Features (TWF) April 21, 2014