Working with Rajkumar Hirani was a complete honour: Ranbir Kapoor
Sanju, the biopic on Hindi film actor Sanjay Dutt, is few days away from its release. Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, who essayed Sanjay's character onscreen, spoke about his film at length recently. IBNS-TWF brings few excerpts
50 Years of Padosan: Comedy as Hero
Jyoti Swaroops only big hit as a director, Padosan, celebrates its 50th birthday this year. It is one of the first hits in Indian cinema where humour is the subject, comedy is the hero and the music and songs are the stars. This balance was made possible because the film created an ideal amalgam of the best comedians of Hindi cinema of the time from Om Prakash through Agha, Mukri, Keshto Mukherjee, and Sundar, led by ace comedian heroes Kishore Kumar and Mehmood. Shoma A. Chatterji pays a tribute
Hichki is a dedication to all teachers: Rani Mukerji
Bollywood's senior actress Rani Mukerji is returning to films after four years. The actress, who is strongly rooted to Bengal, was present in Kolkata recently at an award function when and she spoke about her upcoming film Hichki, slated to hit the big screens on Mar 23. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh catches up with her
Satyajit Ray's magic minstrels GOOGA -BABA to return on the silver screen
Kolkata, June 8 (IBNS) Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne or Googa-Baba, Indian film history's most endearing and magical characters created by the legendary Satyajit Ray, is all set to make a comeback.
Through a different Lens
With movies like Airlift and Chef to her credit, cinematographer Priya Seth is breaking gender stereotypes in the Indian film industry, says California based Candice Yacono
Wanted to be part of Raazi at any stage of my career: Alia Bhatt
Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt will next be seen in Meghna Gulzar's much-awaited film Raazi, which is slated to release on May 11. The 25-year old actress is on a spree to promote the film. IBNS-TWF tracks her on Raazi and her journey with the film
My acting is the reflection of my co-actors' performances: Amitabh Bachchan
Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan will be seen pairing with veteran actor Rishi Kapoor after 27 years in 102 Not Out. Big B is portraying the role of a father in the film, which is scheduled to release this Friday. As the 75-year old actor is promoting his film, IBNS-TWF brings some excerpts
Every director and film was like individual class for me: Riddhi Sen
Riddhi Sen, who has entertained the audience with his acting in critically acclaimed Bengali and Bollywood films in recent times, became the youngest actor to receive the national award. Ahead of receiving the award from President Ram Nath Kovind, IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh interacts with the 19-year old actor
Liberating, scary experience to work in October: Varun Dhawan
Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan is essaying a different kind of role in October, his new film that just released. As the actor is promoting the Shoojit Sircar directorial film across the country, IBNS-TWF brings some excerpts.
Cinema and theatre are not at war: Death Certificate maker Rajaditya Banerjee
Rajaditya Banerjee, theatre director, lives in Finland but chose to make his directorial debut film Death Certificate shot on rural locations in eastern India. Shoma A. Chatterji in conversation with the director
I am aware of sexual harassment in Bollywood: Pooja Chopra
After Commando and Aiyaary, former Miss India Pooja Chopra is heading towards the release of her third feature film Babloo Bachelor, directed by Bengali filmmaker Agnidev Chatterjee. In a chat with IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh on the sidelines of a fashion event in the city, the actress spoke over a range of burning issues that concerns the film fraternity
I enjoy doing films like Raid: Ajay Devgn
Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn will next be seen in crime-thriller film Raid, which is scheduled to release on March 16. As the Singham actor is busy in promoting the film, IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him
Quotient of comedy, romance, entertainment will be high in Dil Juunglee: Taapsee Pannu
Taapsee Pannu's film Dil Juunglee is slated to release in March. As the Pink actress is busy in promoting the film, IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks her
Corruption is the biggest disease a country can have: Manoj Bajpayee
Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee essays the role of an army colonel in action-thriller Aiyaary which also stars Sidharth Malhotra. As the film widely deals with scam, the actor speaks about corruption in the country in some recent interviews. IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him ahead of the release
Soumitra Chatterjee receives Legion of Honours from France, says 'overwhelmed'
Kolkata, Jan 31 (IBNS): Legendary Bengali actor Soumitra Chatterjee on Tuesday was conferred at a function here the Legion of Honours, the highest French civilian distinction, by Alexandre Ziegler, Ambassador of France to India.
Unheard of celluloid stories
Films made in rare languages of India are even rarer in the film festival circuit. But these films tell tales of lands and communities that are part of the rich diversity of the country. The Kolkata International Film Festival has been showcasing some of these little-known films for the last two years. Ranjita Biswas reports
From glamour to boldness, all we see through Dabboo Ratnani's eyes in 2018
Fashion photographer Dabboo Ratnani has once hit the headlines early in 2018 with the magic of his clicks. Trying to live up to the expectations, his crafted pictures can grab eyeballs as they contain not only glamour and beauty but boldness occasionally. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh highlights some of the magnetic snaps of 2018.
Padmaavat row is more political than film making: Samir Soni
Entering the directorial domain, actor Samir Soni could not restrain himself from commenting on the Padmaavat row. Apart from taking an ambivalent stance on the whole issue, Soni spoke extensively about his recently released Bollywood film 'My Birthday Song' in an exclusive chat with IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh.
Script wise Hindi films are still very poor: Sanjay Suri
Bollywood actor-producer Sanjay Suri will be seen next week in a Hindi psychological thriller, which he claims to be rare in Bollywood. In an exclusive chat with IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh, Sanjay speaks about his upcoming film 'My Birthday Song' and also different facets of the Hindi film industry
I still have not found my right guy: Priyanka Chopra
India's global star Priyanka Chopra, who is busy shooting for Quantico in America, recently came to India for a short vacation. She opened her heart out on numerous issues, including her marriage. IBNS-TWF correspondent Supriyo Hazra tracks her
Boxer, directed by Sanjoy Bardhan, is slated for an early January release
Kolkata, Dec 27 (IBNS): Boxer, a Bengali film directed by Sanjoy Bardhan is slated for release on January 5 at major theatres.
2017: Bollywood star spotting
It has been a busy year for Bollywood stars and as the calendar reaches its fag end, TWF-IBNS correspondent Supriyo Hazra moves through the different corners of the year to check out their performances in the past 12 Months
Hope people will be interested in Aiyaary's message: Sidharth Malhotra
Bollywood actor Sidharth Malhotra is busy in promoting his next film 'Aiyaary' in different parts of the country. IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him.
Bob Biswas struck a chord with the audience: Saswata Chatterjee
A powerhouse in Bengali cinema, Saswata Chatterjee took the nation by storm when he played the cold-blooded contract killer Bob Biswas in Kahaani. He has since landed roles in Bollywood like essaying one in Anurag Basus Ranbir-Katrina starrer Jagga Jasoos. But the actor feels he hasn't quite lived up to the 'Bob mania' in a conversation with IBNS-TWF Correspondent Sudipto Maity
Firangi portrays lighter side of Indian society before 1947: Kapil Sharma
Stand-up comedian Kapil Sharma, who made his Bollywood debut with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon in 2015, returns to big screen with period film 'Firangi' releasing on Dec 1. IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh tracks him during promotion
Playing Netaji was game changing experience: Rajkummar Rao
Actor Rajkummar Rao, who has earned appreciations for his acting in films like 'Aligarh', 'Behen Hogi Teri', 'Trapped', and India's Oscar entry 'Newton', plays none other than Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in the web series Bose: Dead/Alive. IBNS/TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh interacts with him during his visit to Kolkata
Radio ga ga
Vidya Balan is busy promoting her new movie Tumhari Sulu where she portrays the role of a Radio Jockey. But who are these people behind the scene? How do they go about their talkathons? Sudipto Maity goes behind the voice- based industry
ReelLife Film Festival 2017 ends offering hope for greenhorns
Kolkata, Oct 28 (IBNS) ReelLife Film Festival 2017, a festival of short films and documentaries organised by Creazione Production, a newly launched group of film lovers and production house offering a platform to the promising greenhorns, concluded recently here on Oct 25 with the event witnessing enthusiastic participation by the young filmmakers.
What we play in Jia and Jia are not us: Kalki Koechlin-Richa Chadda
Bollywood film Jia and Jia promises a rare story line, centred on a road trip by two young girls. Lead actors of the film, Kalki Koechlin and Richa Chadda speak exclusively to IBNS-TWF correspondent Souvik Ghosh.
Kalki Koechlin, Richa Chaddha, Arslan Goni promote Jia aur Jia in Kolkata
Kolkata, Oct 12 (IBNS): Bollywood actors, Kalki Koechlin and Richa Chaddha, flew down to the city on Wednesday to promote their upcoming film Jia aur Jia.
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