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All We Imagine as Light director Payal Kapadia named Jury president for Cannes Critics’ Week

All We Imagine as Light director Payal Kapadia named Jury president for Cannes Critics’ Week

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Payal Kapadia has been announced as the president of the jury for the 65th Cannes Critics’ Week, which runs parallel to the main festival and nurtures emerging voices in cinema. Payal Kapadia returns to Cannes this year as the jury president for Cannes Critics Week. (Cannes Film Festival) Payal to return to Cannes Payal will lead a panel of international jury members, including Quebecois actor Théodore Pellerin, singer-songwriter Oklou, Ghanaian-British producer Ama Ampadu, and journalist and director of the Bangkok World Film Festival Donsaron Kovitvanitcha. The festival sidebar, known as ‘Semaine de la critique’, is organised by the French Syndicate of Cinema Critics. The 65th edition will run from May 13 to 21. “At a time where independent cinema is being eroded in every country, supporting the first works of filmmakers is almost a resistance to the market forces. Film criticism is one of the key components of the independent and art house film ecosystem. “The first films are often freer, more daring and fearless, having an individual voice and to champion those is absolutely …

How Close Is It To Overtaking The 2018 Faith-Based Hit I Can Only Imagine?

How Close Is It To Overtaking The 2018 Faith-Based Hit I Can Only Imagine?

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Send Help Worldwide Box Office Update (Photo Credit – 20th Century Studios) After collecting $4.4 million over the Feb 20-22 weekend, Sam Raimi’s latest directorial venture, Send Help, added another $0.4 million on Monday and $0.6 million on Tuesday’s discount day. This has pushed its domestic total to $56.4 million, making it the third-highest-grossing release of 2026 so far, behind GOAT ($60.4 million) and Wuthering Heights ($63 million), according to Box Office Mojo’s yearly chart. Coupled with $27.5 million from international markets, the survival horror movie has now reached a global tally of $83.9 million. On Track To Surpass Sam Raimi’s 2009 Horror Hit At this stage, the Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien starrer needs an additional $6.9 million worldwide to surpass Sam Raimi’s popular 2009 horror hit Drag Me to Hell. Given its steady hold, the film is expected to cross that milestone in the coming days, particularly if it benefits from a weekend boost between February 27 and March 1. As the film continues its theatrical run and approaches the four-week mark, it …

4 Hollywood Films Releasing This Week in Theaters (Feb 16 to 22, 2026): I Can Only Imagine 2 and How To Make A Killing

4 Hollywood Films Releasing This Week in Theaters (Feb 16 to 22, 2026): I Can Only Imagine 2 and How To Make A Killing

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As we head towards the end of February, the theaters are buzzing following the release of Wuthering Heights; other films are keeping away. The few that have managed to lock screens are as follows.  1. I Can Only Imagine 2Following the release of I Can Only Imagine, MercyMe’s Bart Millard’s career blows up out of proportion as he gains attention from a dedicated fanbase that continues to grow each day. Soon, his career ambitions come between his personal life as he learns to rebuild his bond with his son, Sam, and begins working on the track Even If.  Cast: Joshua Bassett, Dennis Quaid, Milo Ventimiglia, Kevin Downes, Trace Adkins, Arielle Kebbel, Andrew Erwin, Daryl Lefever Director: Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle Language: English Genre: Christian Biographical Drama Release Date: February 20, 2026 2. Psycho KillerA motorway officer comes across the brutal murder of her husband and sets out on the path to hunt down the killer. She comes across clues that unveil a sinister scheme of serial killings that shake the town. As the culprit …

Imagine The World Without Her

Imagine The World Without Her

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Melania North American Box Office ( Photo Credit – YouTube ) Amazon MGM’s docu-film Melania has now outgrossed a controversial 2014 film by political commentator Dinesh D’Souza in North America. Directed by Brett Ratner, the movie about Melania Trump, the first lady of the United States, was released on January 30. It is currently playing in 1,204 theaters across the region. Melania Box Office Performance So Far With a $40 million budget and limited promotion, Melania has earned $14.9 million worldwide, per The Numbers. North America makes up almost the entire total, with $14.7 million, and internationally, the movie has collected around $176,000 from its limited overseas release. Melania Box Office Summary North America – $14.7 million International – $176,000 Worldwide – $14.9 million The film initially opened in 1,778 theaters in the region, and its screen count increased to 2,003 in its second weekend. However, on Friday, marking its third weekend at the box office, it lost nearly 800 screens. The film earned close to $11 million in its debut weekend but saw a …

AR Ameen says his father AR Rahman always scolds him: ‘His legacy has reached a place no one can imagine’ | Bollywood News

AR Ameen says his father AR Rahman always scolds him: ‘His legacy has reached a place no one can imagine’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiFeb 2, 2026 06:25 PM IST AR Rahman recently made headlines following remarks about communal bias in the Hindi film industry. Amid the ongoing discussion, the focus has now shifted to a more personal and musical milestone—his 23-year-old son AR Ameen has released his song :Bheegi Bheegi”. The song features Sita Ramam stars Mrunal Thakur and Dulquer Salmaan, with vocals by Ameen and Jasleen Royal. While promoting the track, Ameen opened up about working closely with his Oscar-winning father and shared insights into their creative camaraderie. When asked if Rahman ever scolds him, Ameen told Filmygyan with a smile, “He always scolds me.” He added: “But the process of making this song was very special. A big thanks to Jasleen—her voice is amazing. The texture of her voice added so much warmth to the song. My dad and I are working together and producing it. We added an Afrobeat vibe, and thanks to Irshad Kamil ji, who penned such beautiful lyrics for this.” Speaking about love, Ameen paused before offering a heartfelt …

Sonu Nigam RESPONDS to Javed Akhtar’s remark on…; ‘Can’t imagine…’

Sonu Nigam RESPONDS to Javed Akhtar’s remark on…; ‘Can’t imagine…’

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Border 2: Sonu Nigam RESPONDS to Javed Akhtar’s remark on…; ‘Can’t imagine…’ Home News and Gossip Border 2: Sonu Nigam RESPONDS to Javed Akhtar’s remark on…; ‘Can’t imagine…’ Border 2: Sonu Nigam recently reacted to Javed Akhtar’s remark on Sandese Aate Hain from Border 2. Here is what he said in the new video. Sonu Nigam has lent his voice to Sandese Aate Hain (Ghar Kab Aaoge) in Border 2. As soon as the song was released, it equally received love from the audience like its older version. In a recent post by the singer, he shared a video shedding light upon the reaction of Javed Akhtar, who opposed the recreation of old classics and also supported the Border franchise. Sonu Nigam, who has reignited the emotions of fans one more time with Sandese Aate Hain in Border 2. For the song, he is joined by Arijit Singh, Diljit Dosanjh, Vishal Singh along with additional lyrics by Manoj Muntashir. …

Sonu Nigam responds to Javed Akhtar’s creative bankruptcy remark for Border 2 songs: Can’t imagine film without Sandese

Sonu Nigam responds to Javed Akhtar’s creative bankruptcy remark for Border 2 songs: Can’t imagine film without Sandese

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As Border 2 marches into theatres, the spotlight isn’t just on tanks, trenches and patriotism, it’s also on a song that defined a generation. The return of Sandese Aate Hain has reignited a debate around nostalgia versus originality in Hindi cinema, drawing reactions from lyricist Javed Akhtar and original singer Sonu Nigam, who believes some melodies are inseparable from the stories they were born in. Sonu Nigam reflects on the film’s journey and the importance of its true stories, while Javed Akhtar criticises the trend of remaking classics. Sonu Nigam responds to Javed Akhtar’s remark on Border 2 songs Sonu, who originally lent his voice to Sandese Aate Hain, has re-recorded the track for the sequel under its new title, Ghar Kab Aaoge. While the melody retains its emotional core, the song introduces fresh lyrics penned by Manoj Muntashir. The soundtrack also features voices from Arijit Singh, Diljit Dosanjh and Vishal Singh. Ahead of the film’s release, Sonu shared a video message on Instagram, dedicating Border 2 to the nation and reflecting on his long …

‘The year my heart expanded in ways I couldn’t imagine’: Kiara Advani reflects on 2025 filled with glimpses of Sarayaah

‘The year my heart expanded in ways I couldn’t imagine’: Kiara Advani reflects on 2025 filled with glimpses of Sarayaah

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Bollywood star Kiara Advani took to Instagram to share a heartfelt round-up of her 2025, posting a series of adorable snapshots that captured both her personal and professional milestones. From candid moments doing mommy duties to glamorous appearances at the Met Gala, Kiara’s posts reflected a year full of evolution, learning, and love. Kiara Advani shared personal moments, including family life and glamorous events, concluding with optimism for 2026 and gratitude for her journey as a mother and an actor. Kiara Advani shares her 2025 round-up She also shared glimpses from her romantic getaways with husband Sidharth Malhotra, and memorable highlights like her viral bikini look from War 2 and her first look from the much-anticipated film Toxic. Alongside the images, she wrote, “The year my heart expanded in ways I couldn’t imagine, a year of firsts, of learning, of becoming, of evolution and sweetest blessings.” The actress reflected on her personal journey in 2025, celebrating the life-changing experience of becoming a mother, which she described as holding her “whole world” in tiny hands. Professionally, …

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Says All We Imagine As Light Was ‘Thrown Out Of Theatres’ In 4 Days | Bollywood News

Nawazuddin Siddiqui Says All We Imagine As Light Was ‘Thrown Out Of Theatres’ In 4 Days | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:December 25, 2025, 00:36 IST Nawazuddin Siddiqui calls the treatment of independent films dangerous, revealing that Cannes-winning All We Imagine As Light was removed from theatres in four days. Nawazuddin Siddiqui became a household name after his breakthrough roles in Kahaani (2012) and especially Anurag Kashyap’s epic Gangs of Wasseypur (2012). Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has spoken candidly about the challenges faced by independent films in India, calling the practice of sidelining them “dangerous” for the future of cinema. In a conversation with SCREEN, the actor argued that meaningful storytelling is increasingly being pushed out in favour of marketing-driven releases, a trend he believes undermines the essence of filmmaking. Reflecting on how cinema consumption has evolved, Nawazuddin said, “One can only hope that time comes back. There are only a few films that have kept cinema alive.” Questioning the industry’s obsession with box-office metrics, he added, “To those who say films have to be commercially viable, that’s not necessary.” Drawing an analogy to everyday experiences, Nawazuddin stressed that quality should be the defining factor for …

Nawazuddin Siddiqui says All We Imagine As Light was ‘thrown out of Indian theatres after four days’ of release

Nawazuddin Siddiqui says All We Imagine As Light was ‘thrown out of Indian theatres after four days’ of release

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Updated on: Dec 24, 2025 09:17 pm IST Nawazuddin Siddiqui said that those who say films have to be commercially viable, that’s not necessary. He added cinema should not be dependent on marketing. Actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui has opened up about the indie films and how the practice of sidelining them is “dangerous”. Speaking with SCREEN, Nawazuddin said that cinema “should not be dependent on marketing.” Sharing how Payal Kapadia’s film All We Imagine As Light won awards, he added that when it was released in Indian theatres, “it was thrown out of theatres after four days.” Nawazuddin Siddiqui spoke about Payal Kapadia’s film All We Imagine As Light. Nawazuddin Siddiqui talks about indie films Talking about independent films, Nawazuddin said, “One can only hope that time comes back. There are only a few films that have kept cinema alive,” argues Siddiqui, adding, “To those who say films have to be commercially viable, that’s not necessary. If I go to a restaurant whose food I love, whether they market it or not, I’ll still go there …