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06 Nov

Yami Gautam Shines in Haq — A Legal Drama That Speaks Softly but Hits Hard

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In the 1978 movie review of "Haq," 62-year-old Shah Bano sues her wealthy husband, Mohammad Ahmad Khan, for maintenance. This led to a 1985 Supreme Court ruling that affirmed the rights of divorced Muslim women, mandating a consistent maintenance sum as both a legal responsibility and a moral obligation. The judgment sparked significant controversy in India, intensifying discussions on secularism, Muslim personal law, uniform civil code, and gender justice. The strong backlash from various parties prompted a hasty governmental response, which ultimately influenced the country's political landscape. Haq draws inspiration from the Shah Bano case but avoids melodrama, instead focusing…

04 Nov

From Chakdaha to Glory: Jhulan Goswami’s Legacy Echoes as Her Biopic Lies Unseen

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The Indian women’s cricket team made history by winning their first ICC Women’s World Cup, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Harmanpreet's team secured a historic victory, overcoming previous finals disappointments from 2005 and 2017, and achieved India's long-awaited World title, marking a significant moment for women's cricket in the country. Celebrations included former players like Jhulan Goswami and Mithali Raj, who have inspired current talents such as Kaur and Jemimiah Rodrigues Hindi cinema should produce more biopics on women cricketers, as it reflects societal changes. The film "Shabaas Mithu"…

31 Oct

Huma Qureshi Shines, But Single Salma’s Writing Trips Over Its Own Wedding Saree

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Single Salma is a coming-of-age story about a 30-something woman from a conservative Muslim family in Lucknow who embraces self-love and independence. Starring Huma Qureshi, the film explores themes of feminism and individuality while challenging societal pressures around marriage. Single Salma centers on an unconventional woman in India, addressing self-love, freedom of choice, and resisting societal marriage pressure. While the themes are commendable, the film's execution is lacking, as the storytelling tends to be didactic and mediocre, ultimately leading to an underwhelming outcome despite the team's efforts. Hindi cinema has previously addressed similar themes. Salma, a 33-year-old engineer in Lucknow’s…

30 Oct

Kantara 2 Ends 28-Day Streak Just ₹1 Crore Short of ₹600 Crore—Rishab Shetty Writes History Again

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Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to perform well at the box office, nearing Rs 600 crore in domestic collections but falling short by Rs 1 crore due to a slowdown in its fourth week. On Wednesday, the film earned Rs 2.50 crore, resulting in total domestic earnings of Rs 599.15 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. Rishab Shetty’s film grossed Rs 337.4 crore in its first week, Rs 147.85 crore in the second week, and Rs 78.85 crore in the third week. In the fourth week, it experienced a weekend surge in collections but a significant 68% drop during weekdays,…

29 Oct

From Slow Start to Smash Hit: Thamma Joins ₹100 Crore Club in Just Over a Week

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On Day 8, the box office collection of Ayushmann Khurrana's Diwali release Thamma improved significantly, earning Rs 5.5 crore, a 27.9% increase from its disappointing first Monday. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and featuring Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, the horror-comedy appears to have stabilized after its initial decline. Thamma has surpassed the Rs 100 crore mark, achieving a total domestic collection of Rs 101.1 crore after its first week at the box office. A key factor for its mid-week recovery was the Rs 99 ticket offer launched by producers, leading to increased attendance. The film's occupancy improved over…

25 Oct

Vlogging Over Verses: Parmeet Sethi Unpacks the Economics of Going Online

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Archana Puran Singh, a viral YouTube vlogger, shares her family's daily life with her husband Parmeet Sethi and their sons, Ayushmaan and Aaryaman. The family shares everyday moments and enjoys dining together. Archana's channel has over 991,000 subscribers, attracting viewers with its warmth and humor. Other YouTube creators like Farah Khan and Bharti Singh also discuss the profitability of vlogging, with Farah stating it is more lucrative than filmmaking and less hassle. Farah's vlog with her cook Dilip has 2.38 million subscribers. Parmeet Sethi, in an interview with Pinkvilla, stated that their YouTube venture has been creatively fulfilling and could…

24 Oct

Sonakshi Sinha Turns Minimalism into Magic in Her Sea-View Mumbai Home

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Officially, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal have moved into their new house, which has particular sentimental meaning for the pair. The newlyweds had made an investment in this home long before they were married, even showing off a few photos of it in one of Sonakshi's YouTube vlogs when it was still under construction. Sonakshi shared warm photos of their finished house on Instagram on Thursday, writing, "Feels like home," to give admirers a preview. The house's furnishings, which include a calming white and beige color scheme with striking bursts of color, perfectly capture both of their personalities. Their unique…

23 Oct

From Darr to Deewaniyat: Bollywood’s Endless Fascination with Problematic Passion

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Review of the film Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat: After watching "Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" for a few hours, I'm still in shock that Bollywood is still producing these movies in 2025. In contrast to the typically very empty theaters I see on the first day of a film's release, my show was almost full, and I had heard about the excitement around the movie. And I felt I was in for something new and welcoming when it began, with Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa getting down to a romantic tangle. But I was completely mistaken. When he meets the attractive…

22 Oct

Meet Dua: Deepika and Ranveer’s Diwali Portrait is a Sabyasachi-Style Masterpiece

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Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone shared a picture of their daughter Dua, who turned one on September 8, on Diwali. On October 21, 2025, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh went viral on Instagram after posting photos of their daughter Dua. Deepika and Ranveer appear flawless in the family portrait while clutching the dua. It is well known that Deepika Padukone enjoys dressing in Sabyasachi attire. She selected the designer to dress her for her November 14, 2018, wedding to Ranveer Singh. The duo has frequently walked the catwalk for the designer or elegantly dressed in his clothing for formal events.…

17 Oct

Thamma’ Packs More Punch Than ‘Lokah, Says Ayushmann in Genre Debate

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Comparisons to Aditya Sarpotdar's upcoming vampire movie Thamma, which stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna as the leads, have been made ever since Dominic Arun's Malayalam film Lokah Chapter 1-Chandra, which starred Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead role, was released and met with positive reviews. Ayushmann responded to these comparisons in an interview with Galatta Plus, saying that Thamma was a "massier" movie than Lokah. Ayushmann responded, "We are high on comedy," when asked about the parallels between Lokah and Thamma. Even while I had fun at Lokah, I also think thatIt wasn't released in Allahabad, where I was filming…