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Reble’s Dhurandhar break takes Meghalaya to audiences beyond Northeast

Reble’s Dhurandhar break takes Meghalaya to audiences beyond Northeast

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Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K Sangma on Saturday presented the Meghalaya ‘Icon of the Year Award’ to Shillong-based rapper Reble at the Hello Meghalaya Music Awards on World Music Day. Reble, the stage name of singer-rapper Daiaphi Lamare, who features on the soundtrack of the Bollywood film Dhurandhar, has emerged as a symbol of Meghalaya’s growing presence in India’s mainstream entertainment industry. Meghalaya CM handing over the Meghalaya ‘Icon of the Year Award’ to star rapper Rebel at the Hello Meghalaya Music Awards on World Music Day (HT Sourced Photo) Against this backdrop, Sangma unveiled ambitious plans to transform the state into a national hub for music, filmmaking and digital content creation. Speaking at the inaugural Hello Meghalaya Music Awards, he announced plans for a Film City and a Film Institute in Shillong, along with a Music Institute in Tura, aimed at creating a robust ecosystem for artists, filmmakers and content creators. “We want Meghalaya and Shillong to become recognised hubs for music, filmmaking and the entire creative economy,” Sangma said, describing the proposed institutions as …

Samantha Ruth Prabhu glad audiences are embracing Maa Into Bangaaram ‘irrespective of it being male-led or female-led’

Samantha Ruth Prabhu glad audiences are embracing Maa Into Bangaaram ‘irrespective of it being male-led or female-led’

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Nandini Reddy’s action film Maa Inti Bangaaram, starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu, was released in theatres this Friday. The female-led film marks Samantha’s first theatrical release in three years. On Saturday, Samantha took to her X account to share the film’s box-office collection. Maa Inti Bangaaram has collected ₹13.15 crore worldwide on its first day. The actor thanked audiences for showing so much love for the film. (Also read: Maa Inti Bangaaram box office collection day 1: Samantha Ruth Prabhu film opens higher than Ghaati, The Girlfriend) Maa Inti Bangaram registered a strong opening day at the box office. Samantha thanks fans In the post, Samantha wrote, “To see a film open so well on day one is hugely humbling and means the world to us. So very glad to see the day when audiences embrace a film irrespective of whether it is male-led or female-led. And it’s beautiful to see people show up wholeheartedly – from the young to the seniors – to cheer the film’s release.” She added, “The most heartening thing of all …

Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

Idris Elba is done with rumours of him as the next James Bond, says audiences won’t go to see a Black male for that part

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The future of James Bond is officially in motion, with Amazon MGM Studios confirming that the search for the next actor to play 007 has begun. Even as the makers have not yet officially announced who will be playing the iconic role after Daniel Craig, several names have done the rounds over the last few months, with British actor Idris Elba frequently coming into the mix. (Also read: Who will be the next James Bond? Amazon MGM gives update on 007’s world after Daniel Craig) Idris Elba at the premiere of Masters of the Universe. (Photo by Andrew Park/Invision/AP) (AP Photo/Andrew Park) What Idris said The actor has now busted those rumours. Speaking to British GQ, he said, “It was never legit. It was always just a rumour. I’ve always felt that it’s not a realistic thing.” ‘Bond is so unrealistic’ He went on to add, “James Bond was written how he was written for a reason. But I was complimented by it. And also, I think, in realistic terms, some markets just don’t go …

Triptii Dimri says audiences now want to see flawed female characters on screen: Nobody is perfect

Triptii Dimri says audiences now want to see flawed female characters on screen: Nobody is perfect

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Triptii Dimri’s career has been built on characters which aren’t run-of-the-mill- from her debut as a lead in Laila Majnu, to Bulbul, to Animal, her highest-grossing release to date, and O’Romeo. And now, she’s set to be seen in Maa Behen, again a role which does not present her as a conventional heroine. Triptii Dimri During a conversation at HT City Stars In The City, in a candid chat with Sonal Kalra, Chief Managing Editor, she was asked by a fan whether the audiences now prefer to watch flawed characters on screen. Triptii replied, “Yes, people want to see more relatable characters, because everyone is flawed, nobody is perfect. Whether it’s me, or Madhuri (Dixit Nene, co star in Maa Behen) ma’am, nobody. When you see flawed characters on screen, you relate to them.” Talking about the traditional representation of women in films, she continued, “Aaj kal filmon mein zyaadatar dekhte hain ki maa ek dum sacrifice karegi apne bacchon ke liye, bacchon na khaana nahi khaaya toh maa bhi nahi khaayegi… aisa real mein …

Imran Khan feels ‘nothing wrong’ if audiences prefer big-scale films in theatres now: It’s their taste

Imran Khan feels ‘nothing wrong’ if audiences prefer big-scale films in theatres now: It’s their taste

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Imran Khan’s resurgence to the mainstream- after 11 years- has been with a genre his fans associate with him: the classic romantic comedy. In a candid chat on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, Chief Managing Editor, Entertainment and Lifestyle, Hindustan Times, he got talking about choosing a similar genre film for his comeback: instead of the hyper-masculine content that seems to be clicking the most. Imran Khan Addressing the widely discussed notion that theatrical success today is driven largely by spectacle and intensity, Imran said, “I think it’s important to separate the creative process of movie making from commercial. We’re becoming more enamored with box office, everyone is sitting down with little spreadsheets, calculators, tracking box office as though it’s a sport. It means nothing to me,” he said, pushing back against the growing obsession with numbers. The post-COVID era has altered viewing habits, with audiences reserving their time and money for mostly larger-than-life big screen experiences. Imran acknowledged, “You’re right, there has been a global trend in audiences moving away from cinemas, and …

Mona Singh opens up on playing a mom open to dating in Maa Ka Sum: ‘Young audiences need to see mothers as individuals’

Mona Singh opens up on playing a mom open to dating in Maa Ka Sum: ‘Young audiences need to see mothers as individuals’

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In the upcoming Prime Video show, Ma Ka Sum, actor Mona Singh is traversing a territory few actors have in recent times. The actor plays Vinita, a modern single mother navigating love, life, and self-discovery on her own terms. At the heart of this coming-of-age drama series is a 19-year-old math whiz trying to “solve” his mother’s love life using mathematics, algorithms, and logic, while she’s simply trying to feel something real again. Mona Singh in a still from Ma Ka Sum. Mona Singh on Ma Ka Sum Talking about why the show felt different, Mona said, “I’ve played mothers before, but Vinita felt very different to me. She’s not written as this perfect, sacrificing figure we’ve seen for years. For the longest time, we’ve put mothers on a pedestal, where their entire identity is about giving and giving. But Vinita breaks away from that. She’s a mother, yes, but she’s also a woman with her own life, her own choices, her own desires. She wants companionship, she’s open to dating, and she’s figuring things …

I’d like to thank them for bringing audiences to theatres: Imtiaz Ali praises Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2

I’d like to thank them for bringing audiences to theatres: Imtiaz Ali praises Aditya Dhar, Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2

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Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has expressed his gratitude to the team of Dhurandhar for increasing footfall in theatres through their film. Speaking at the International Film Festival of Delhi 2026, Imtiaz expressed his happiness over the film’s massive theatrical reception. He also admitted that he hasn’t watched the movie yet. Imtiaz Ali has only good things to say about Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar 2. Imtiaz Ali thanks Dhurandhar team for this reason As quoted by news agency ANI, Imtiaz said, “I have not seen Dhurandhar yet, but I know that there are many beautiful things in it. People liked it a lot. I would like to thank them for bringing audiences to theatres, and I hope it continues. I would like to congratulate the Dhurandhar team.” Imtiaz opens up about his new film Imtiaz is also set to return to the big screens with a love story titled Main Vaapas Aaunga. The movie also stars Diljit Dosanjh, marking the back-to-back collaboration of the actor-director duo after Amar Singh Chamkila in 2024. “Working with an artist like Diljit …

Singer Jasmine Sandlas feels Dhurandhar 2 has hypnotised audiences: ‘It is the best Hindi film of all time’

Singer Jasmine Sandlas feels Dhurandhar 2 has hypnotised audiences: ‘It is the best Hindi film of all time’

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Dhurandhar has become the toast of the nation. The spy thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar, has broken box-office records and garnered massive acclaim from viewers over the last few days. Singer Jasmine Sandlas, who has given her vocals for multiple songs in the music album of Dhurandhar, has now shared her reaction to the film, calling it the ‘best Hindi film of all time.’ (Also read: Dhruv Rathee says Dhurandhar 2 seems to be inspired by WhatsApp forwards rather than ‘real events’) Jasmine Sandlas says she is grateful to be a part of a film like Dhurandhar. What Jasmine said about Dhurandhar Talking about the film in a conversation with Humans of Bombay, Jasmine said, “I think it is the best Hindi film of all time. Now it is a massive statement but it is so appropriate matlab aur batao itne saalon mein aisi kaun si film thi, Dhurandhar ya Dhurandhar The Revenge se ilawa, jisne sabki hypnotise hi kar diya, jisne sara social media take over kiya hua hain (In the recent past, which …

Dhurandhar 2 slammed as ‘too violent’ by international critics: ‘Hard to fathom why audiences are flocking to see all this horror’ | Bollywood News

Dhurandhar 2 slammed as ‘too violent’ by international critics: ‘Hard to fathom why audiences are flocking to see all this horror’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readNew DelhiMar 25, 2026 11:35 AM IST When Dhurandhar first released on December 5, it drew a divided response — widely praised by some, while others labelled it “well-made propaganda.” However, with Dhurandhar 2 hitting theatres on March 19 (along with special paid previews on March 18), a section of viewers — including members of the international media — have criticised the film for its brutality, violence, and graphic imagery. International media against Dhurandhar 2 The New York Times noted, “The first installment’s critics might think this sequel further desensitizes viewers to violence along national or religious lines. It’s a movie of the current moment, which isn’t exactly a comfort.” Meanwhile, movieswetextedfor.com wrote, “When you have an entire cinema wincing and covering their eyes at violence upon violence, your movie is too much.” The publication added, “There is so little enjoyment to be found in Dhurandhar: The Revenge that it’s hard to fathom why audiences are flocking to see all this horror.” Meanwhile, Culture Mix wrote: ““Dhurandhar: The Revenge” starts off intriguing in …

‘I gave Ranveer Singh a look…’: Rakesh Bedi reveals Dhurandhar easter eggs audiences missed, how he set up Dhurandhar 2’s biggest twist  | Bollywood News

‘I gave Ranveer Singh a look…’: Rakesh Bedi reveals Dhurandhar easter eggs audiences missed, how he set up Dhurandhar 2’s biggest twist  | Bollywood News

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3 min readChennaiMar 23, 2026 11:06 AM IST The comical, yet equally shrewd and menacing character of Rakesh Bedi’s politician Jameel Jamali in Dhurandhar 2 has garnered praise from all quarters. In a recent interaction, Rakesh opened up about how he prepared for the role and revealed that he had been subtly hinting at the major plot twist in Dhurandhar 2 right from the beginning.Warning: Spoiler alert. Speaking to CNN-News18, Rakesh admitted that he was aware of his character’s graph from the very start and understood how Jamali was manipulating Ranveer Singh’s Hamza to fulfil his own political motives while making him believe he was in control. He said, “I knew the graph of my character from the beginning, otherwise how I would have craft it? There are a few looks that I have given to Ranveer in the first part when I see him for the first time or when I am sitting in the car and I look at him, I am noticing him in that moment. In many places in the previous …