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The Bear Season 3 review: Ayo Edebiri directs the best episode of the series

Every second counts, as they say, in Season 3 of The Bear, which returns with compelling performances and ambitious tonal swings.

Ayo Edebiri and Jeremy Allen White in a still from The Bear Season 3.
Published on Jun 28, 2024 09:30 AM IST

I Am Celine Dion doc review: Deeply moving and unflinching portrait of an artist

I Am: Celine Dion finds the singing icon facing the camera at her most vulnerable moments, as she comes to terms with the diagnosis of Stiff Person Syndrome.

Celine Dion is vulnerable like never before in her documentary I am Celine Dion.
Published on Jun 25, 2024 11:56 AM IST

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 review: Vengeance runs wild

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 sees Rhaenyra Targaryen facing the blame of the horrific murder of King Aegon's son Jaehaerys.

Olivia Cooke and Phia Saban in a still from episode 2 of House of the Dragon season 2.
Published on Jun 24, 2024 09:12 AM IST

I Am Celine Dion director Irene Taylor: ‘I did not make the film for the fans’

In this exclusive conversation with Hindustan Times, Irene Taylor shared how Celine Dion wanted to make a film which would include only her voice.

interview Celine Dion in a still from the documentary.
Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:09 AM IST

My Lady Jane creators Gemma Burgess, Meredith Flynn on feminist retelling

In this exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, the creators of My Lady Jane talk about capturing the distinct tone of the source material for the new series.

interview Emily Bader and Edward Bluemel in a still from My Lady Jane.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 06:32 PM IST

Federer Twelve Final Days review: A tennis legend bids an emotional farewell

Federer: Twelve Final Days provides a respectable snapshot of the career of Roger Federer, in the wake of his announcement of retirement in 2022.

A still from Federer: Twelve Final Days.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 04:38 PM IST

When Aishwarya Rai walked as reigning Miss World once last time. Watch

Aishwarya Rai charmed the audience as she made an entrance in an ethnic outfit for crowning the next Miss World in 1995.

Aishwarya Rai on the Miss World stage in 1995.
Published on Jun 18, 2024 04:49 PM IST

House of the Dragon's latest episode climax was far worse, horrible in the book

Fans of the book are pointing out how the second series of the HBO series took a different turn in the Blood and Cheese murder scene in its first episode.

Spoiler alert! The first episode of the second season has fans talking about that murder.
Published on Jun 18, 2024 12:49 PM IST

The Godfather to The Dark Knight: 7 best movie sequels ever made

Some sequels live up to expectations, some transcend them. Take a look at some of the best sequels ever made.

Al Pacino in a still from The Godfather II and Heath Ledger in a still from The Dark Knight.
Published on Jun 18, 2024 06:10 AM IST

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 review: A strong return

House of the Dragon Season 2 Ep 1 ‘A Son for A Son’: Still brutal and unforgiving, the first episode lays the groundwork for inner demons of the key characters.

Olivia Cooke as Alicent Hightower in a still from episode 1 in House of the Dragon season 2.
Published on Jun 17, 2024 08:01 AM IST

Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2 review: Nicola Coughlan shines bright

Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2 returns with unexpected complexity and growth, delivering a triumph for Netflix and its heroine- Nicola Coughlan.

Nicola Coughlan in a still from Bridgerton Season 3.
Published on Jun 14, 2024 06:02 AM IST

Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal confirm their wedding in leaked audio invite

Sonakshi Sinha will reportedly marry her longtime boyfriend, actor Zaheer Iqbal, later this month. A leaked audio invite has now surfaced on Reddit.

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are yet to react to the wedding rumours.
Published on Jun 13, 2024 09:11 AM IST

Hit Man review: Glen Powell delivers a star-making performance

Hit Man, directed by Richard Linklater, finds the alluring spot between comedy and noir, boosted with a charismatic turn from actor Glen Powell.

Glen Powell and Adria Arjona in a still from Hit Man.
Published on Jun 08, 2024 06:08 AM IST

Prosenjit Chatterjee exclusive interview: ‘What is Commercial Cinema?’

Ahead of the release of Ajogyo, Prosenjit Chatterjee talked about working in a range of films, and why he considers Pather Panchali to be a commercial film.

interview Prosenjit Chatterjee in a still from Ajogyo.
Published on Jun 06, 2024 06:03 AM IST

After Mr and Mrs Mahi, watch Kony: A sports drama starring Soumitra Chatterjee

Weekend Ticket: This Bengali film classic stars the great Soumitra Chatterjee as Khitish Singha, who trains a titular slum girl to become a swimmer.

opinion Soumitra Chatterjee as Khit da in Kony.
Published on Jun 03, 2024 06:08 AM IST

Divya Prabha exclusive interview: ‘Hoping to see more Indian films at Cannes'

In this exclusive interview, All We Imagine As Light actor Divya Prabha said that she believes Payal Kapadia's win at Cannes Film Festival will be pathbreaking.

interview Payal Kapadia and Divya Prabha pose during a photocall after she won the Grand Prix for the film All We Imagine as Light at the 77th Cannes Film Festival. (AFP)
Published on Jun 01, 2024 08:31 AM IST

Kani Kusruti exclusive interview: ‘Payal Kapadia really deserved the win’

In this exclusive interview, All We Imagine As Light actor Kani Kusruti talked about watching the film at the premiere, and the moment it won the Grand Prix.

interview Payal Kapadia, Divya Prabha, Chhaya Kadam and Kani Kusruti during the photo call following the awards ceremony at the 77th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 25, 2024. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP/PTI)(AP05_26_2024_000234A)(AP)
Published on May 29, 2024 09:45 AM IST

When Gauri said, ‘I respect Shah Rukh’s religion, but that doesn't mean…'

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan tied the knot on October 25, 1991. They are parents to three children – Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan and AbRam Khan.

Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan dated for many years before getting married.
Published on May 28, 2024 02:20 PM IST

Indian cinema had a watershed moment at Cannes 2024. Is the industry watching?

With All We Imagine As Light winning the Grand Prix at Cannes, it is time to celebrate, but also to reflect on the precise contributions to this honour.

opinion Payal Kapadia with her cast Chhaya Kadam, Divya Prabha and Kani Kusruti after she was awarded with the Grand Prix for the film All We Imagine as Light by Viola Davis during the Closing Ceremony at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.(AFP)
Updated on May 26, 2024 04:57 PM IST

Cannes Film Festival: All We Imagine As Light wins Grand Prix

All We Imagine As Light is the first film in three decades to enter the Main Competition section at the Cannes Film Festival.

A still from All We Imagine As Light, directed by Payal Kapadia.
Published on May 25, 2024 11:15 PM IST

Furiosa A Mad Max Saga review: Anya Taylor-Joy leads this episodic origin story

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga finds writer-director George Miller weaving Furiosa's backstory split into five chapters, spanning over two decades.

Anya Taylor-Joy in a still from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga.
Published on May 23, 2024 08:34 PM IST

After Srikanth, watch Ship of Theseus: A complex portrayal of disability

Weekend Ticket: Ship of Theseus opens with the story of a blind photographer coming to terms with her skills as an artist when her eyesight is restored.

opinion Aida El-Kashef in a still from Ship of Theseus
Published on May 19, 2024 01:23 PM IST

10 films premiering at Cannes Film Festival 2024 that we cannot wait to watch

New films from Francis Ford Coppola, Yorgos Lanthimos and an Indian feature in Competition after decades-long absence has us excited for this year's edition.

Cannes Film Festival runs from May 14- 25.
Published on May 18, 2024 04:04 PM IST

Bridgerton Season 3 review: The wallflower finally gets to shine

Bridgerton Season 3, Part 1, with the first four episodes, finds the most fascinating heroine in the form of Penelope Featherington.

Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton in a still from Bridgerton Season 3.
Published on May 17, 2024 06:12 AM IST

Aavesham has a lot to say about Fahadh Faasil's Ranga, but not much on bullying

The Fault in Our Films: Aavesham packs a punch with Fahadh Faasil's superb turn, except for its indifference to the reality of ragging in academic institutions.

opinion A still from Aavesham, which stars Fahadh Faasil as the gangster Ranga.
Updated on May 13, 2024 11:29 AM IST

After The Idea of You, watch May December: A sordid film on age-gap relationship

Weekend Ticket: In Todd Haynes' May December, a Television actress heads to study the life of a woman infamous for her romance with a much younger man.

opinion Julianne Moore and Charles Melton in a still from May December.
Published on May 12, 2024 01:47 PM IST

In Anu, a woman is forced to come to terms with her grief in isolation

Pulkit Arora's Anu, now available on MUBI, is a short film that revolves around how a middle-aged woman deals with loneliness during the covid-19 pandemic.

opinion Prabha Ravi in a still from Anu.
Published on May 11, 2024 03:06 PM IST

Manjummel Boys barely survives in its search of a great tale on friendship

Manjummel Boys, directed by Chidambaram, observes a group of friends fight against the odds to save their friend from a difficult situation. (Spoiler Alert)

opinion A still from Manjummel Boys.
Published on May 07, 2024 11:48 AM IST

After Heeramandi, watch Rajkahini: A grittier film on freedom-fighting women

The Bengali film, which released in 2015, revolved around a group of women living in a brothel headed by Begum Jaan. They must resist a larger crisis at hand.

opinion Rituparna Sengupta in a still from Rajkahini.
Published on May 05, 2024 05:24 PM IST

In Heeramandi, Richa Chadha shines the brightest as the doomed Lajjo

Richa Chadha is in career-best form as Lajvanti- or Lajjo- in Heeramandi. Her stunning kathak dance performance is one for the ages. (Spoilers ahead)

opinion Richa Chadha in a still from Heeramandi.
Published on May 03, 2024 06:19 AM IST
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