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Reshma Pathan, famously known as the Sholay Girl and celebrated as India’s first stuntwoman, has opened up about one of the most memorable moments of her career—the day Dharmendra personally appreciated her courage with a Rs 100 note. In an interview with The Quint, Pathan recounted a harrowing incident from the sets of Sholay, during the sequence where Gabbar burns down the village of Ramgarh. Cast as a village girl, she was required to run behind a young child and pick her up as hundreds of horses thundered across the set. “During the shot, the girl fell down. There were about 300-400 horses around us... how could I have left her? It was about her life,” Pathan recalled. Without hesitation, she shielded the child with her own body. “Pathan remembers instantly throwing herself over her and wrapping her arms around her. By the time, the horses came very close. I was scared too, but one needs to use presence of mind in such situations. I somehow managed to roll us out safely as the ho...

Pramod Chakravorty was never counted among the great Bengali directors of Hindi cinema like Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Bimal Roy, Asit Sen, Shakti Samanta, or Satyen Bose. Yet, he was arguably more box-office-friendly than any of the names mentioned. Beginning with the suspense thriller 12 O’Clock, starring none other than Guru Dutt, Chakravorty went on to direct blockbusters such as Love in Tokyo (1966), Jugnu (1973), and Warrant (1975). Veteran actor Dharmendra, who worked with the filmmaker in as many as five popular films, believes Chakravorty was highly underrated. “He cast me and Hema repeatedly in his films, a lot of them with us together. He also cast Hema with Amitabh in one film (Nastik), and I worked in a Bengali-Hindi film with Pramod (Jagir), which had Zeenat opposite me. My first film with Pramod was Naya Zamana, which I consider among my best films alongside Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s Satyakam and Dulal Guha’s Pratiggya.” Speaking fondly about Naya Zamana, Dharmendra added, “It...

Bollywood’s beloved superstar Shah Rukh Khan delighted his fans on Saturday evening by hosting an impromptu #AskSRK session on X (formerly Twitter). Known for his witty banter and straightforward charm, SRK answered questions ranging from his upcoming film King to fans’ curiosity about his future projects. When a fan asked for an update on King, the actor shared a playful yet reassuring progress report. “Did some good shoot… starting soon again. Only leg shots then move to upper body… Insha Allah will be done fast. @justSidAnand is working hard to finish,” SRK revealed. His tongue-in-cheek description of shooting “leg shots” first had fans amused, while also signalling that the project is steadily moving ahead under director Siddharth Anand’s watch. Did some good shoot….starting soon again. Only leg shots then move to upper body….Insha Allah will be done fast. @justSidAnand is working hard to finish. https://t.co/d88P2te8ll — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) August 16, 2025 Another fan prob...

Actor Hina Khan has been building a career that goes beyond Indian television and cinema, making her presence felt on international platforms that celebrate both culture and entertainment. Known for her talent and determination, she has often been seen carrying the Indian flag of representation in spaces where actors from the television industry rarely find themselves. Cannes Film Festival Debut and Return In 2019, Hina Khan walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, marking her debut at one of the world’s most glamorous stages. The moment created headlines not just for her fashion but for breaking the stereotype that Indian TV actors remain confined to domestic recognition. She returned in 2022, reinforcing her place as a recurring presence at global film events. First Indian Actress at India Day Parade in New York Hina added another first to her name when she participated in the India Day Parade in New York. Walking amidst a sea of Indian-Americans while holding the natio...

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 turned into a star-studded celebration as Indian cinema’s finest talents were honoured at the prestigious Awards Night. Applause, emotion, and pride filled the air as filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan’s poignant drama Homebound emerged as the evening’s biggest winner, bagging both Best Film and Best Director. Bollywood icon Aamir Khan was conferred with the coveted Excellence in Cinema Award, recognising his unparalleled legacy and contribution to Indian cinema. Speaking about his win, Aamir Khan said, “I have been attracted to telling stories from a very young age. Filmmaking is a collaborative art and this award and recognition wouldn’t have been possible without my writers, directors, co-stars, and the audiences who have given me the opportunity to tell the stories and be part of the many stories I have been part of.” Meanwhile, Abhishek Bachchan delivered an emotional moment on stage as he won Best Actor (Male) – Film for I Want to Talk. A...

Maddock Films is set to take the Indian horror-comedy landscape to new heights with its latest announcement, The World of Thama, which will be unveiled on August 19, 2025. The news comes as the production house celebrates the first anniversary of Stree 2, India’s number one Hindi film, on Independence Day. Producer Dinesh Vijan is expanding the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe, promising audiences a glimpse of the ‘sarvashaktishaali’ villain destined to redefine fear in Bollywood. The recently released teaser hints at the interconnected world of Maddock Supernatural Universe, which already includes hits like Bhediya, starring Varun Dhawan, Stree, featuring Shraddha Kapoor, and Munjya. According to the teaser, Thama will inject a fresh dimension into this universe with a story that blends romance and horror in a way the franchise has never explored before. “Independence Day Special! The No. 1 Hindi film Stree 2 turns 1 today. To celebrate, Dinesh Vijan expands the Maddock Horror-Comedy ...

Netflix’s Mandala Murders continues to dominate as the most-watched Indian series three weeks after its release on July 25, 2025. The show has maintained its top spot in India and recently ranked seventh among global TV shows on the platform. Creator Gopi Puthran attributes this success to the series’ rooted storytelling and India’s rich mythical identity. "India is a country that is deeply connected and awed by its roots. Myths are embedded deep within our DNA because of the stories that were handed down over generations by our elders which is why we instantly connect to content with such tonality. What is really heartening to see is how Mandala Murders has connected with people’s psyche due to this. Partnering with Netflix that has incredible reach across the country has enabled Mandala Murders to be sampled by those who would like to consume content laced with myths and mysteries of India," Puthran said. He further added, "Globally too, audiences who are curious abo...