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‘I’ve never been anywhere else’: Christopher Nolan praises India’s love for cinema | Hollywood News

‘I’ve never been anywhere else’: Christopher Nolan praises India’s love for cinema | Hollywood News

Long before The Odyssey brought Christopher Nolan back to India, the Oscar-winning filmmaker had already planned a visit. Nolan revealed that he had intended to premiere Tenet in the country in 2020 after filming key sequences in Mumbai, but the COVID-19 pandemic derailed those plans. Speaking in Mumbai alongside producer Emma Thomas and actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland ahead of The Odyssey’s India premiere, the director explained why returning to India had remained on his mind for years. Recalling his first visit to India, Nolan said, “I first came to India years ago for a conference on the future of film culture,” Nolan said. “My friend Shivendra Singh Dungarpur brought me here. I met a lot of filmmakers and got to know a little bit about the film culture here. I’ve never been anywhere else in the world with such an appreciation of what movies can be and what they should be for audiences.” Christopher Nolan says COVID derailed plans to premiere Tenet in India He added that the experience left a lasting impression …

Akshay Oberoi praises Neeraj Pandey, says working with Manoj Bajpayee was enriching

Akshay Oberoi praises Neeraj Pandey, says working with Manoj Bajpayee was enriching

Actor Akshay Oberoi has opened up about his experience working on filmmaker Neeraj Pandey’s upcoming project, calling it “unique and deeply rewarding.” In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, he shared his excitement about being part of the venture and praised Pandey’s distinct storytelling approach. Akshay, who has completed the dubbing process for the movie, revealed that the project offered him an enriching and memorable experience. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

England’s coach Thomas Tuchel praises Mexico fans

England’s coach Thomas Tuchel praises Mexico fans

3 min readJul 5, 2026 02:09 PM IST When the English football team arrived in Mexico for the quarter-final clash, they expected a treatment like it was meted to the Ecuador national team. Ecuador, beaten 2-0 by Mexico in the round of 32, were unable to sleep before the match day after Mexican fans came with loudspeakers, motorbikes and horns outside their hotel and disrupted their sleep. The Ecuador team also lodged an official complaint with FIFA. However, England’s coach Thomas Tuchel said that the home fans have been friendly and respectful. “We had no issues tonight and I think Fifa took care of the situation,” head coach Tuchel was quoted by BBC Sport. “We have security around the hotel so we expect a good night’s sleep.I don’t want to talk about problems that don’t exist yet. If they come, we will accept them. The best way to approach it is to be relaxed and calm.” The team trained under enhanced security measures with Mexico’s National Guard entrance to England’s hotel, while police officers in …

Ending weeks of silence, Mamata praises ‘original’ TMC supporters for not ‘seeking shelter in BJP’

Ending weeks of silence, Mamata praises ‘original’ TMC supporters for not ‘seeking shelter in BJP’

Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee on Saturday spoke after a long hiatus after her party’s rebellion fiasco following the Bengal poll debacle that ended in her ouster from power after 15 years. TMC Supremo Mamata Banerjee shared a video message via her social media, in Kolkata on Saturday. (ANI) In a video message on Saturday, the former chief minister of Bengal reiterated her claim that the BJP won the elections in Bengal by poll rigging and that those associated with the TMC are being targeted in ‘broad daylight’. Track live updates on Mumbai weather “I saw that the BJP came to power by rigging votes. We all know this. They manipulated the EVMs, stole votes, and manipulated the counting process… Such terror has begun that those who support us, those who stand with us, our workers, thousands of them, are being targeted in broad daylight, even when there are no valid cases against them and without court orders,” Mamata said. Mamata’s message started with veiled dig at rebels of the TMC who stepped away from …

Karan Johar backs Alia Bhatt’s Alpha amid intense trolling, praises her stardom and theatrical pull: ‘Please relax’

Karan Johar backs Alia Bhatt’s Alpha amid intense trolling, praises her stardom and theatrical pull: ‘Please relax’

Alpha has been making headlines ever since it hit cinemas on July 3, and Karan Johar has now shared his thoughts on the film. The spy thriller, which is part of the growing YRF Spy Universe, stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in the lead roles. The film has received a mixed response from audiences and critics alike. While many have appreciated its action sequences and performances, others have raised concerns about its storytelling. Amid this ongoing conversation, Karan Johar has stepped in with his take, strongly supporting the film and its lead star. Alpha: Karan Johar hails Alia Bhatt’s unquestionable talent and solid start at box office. Karan Johar reviews Alpha Sharing his thoughts on Instagram Stories, Karan Johar called Alpha a “solid start” at a time when theatres are still struggling to pull in audiences. He pointed out, “When footfalls are a challenge ALPHA takes a solid start! It emphasises many things…the audience is way above online negativity and they are the true warriors…” He also praised Alia Bhatt’s performance, highlighting her “stardom and …

Thierry Henry praises Cape Verde’s belief after World Cup heroics

Thierry Henry praises Cape Verde’s belief after World Cup heroics

3 min readJul 4, 2026 01:45 PM IST The aftermath of Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in the World Cup Round of 32 game was all applause for the African nation, following an incredible showing against the defending world champions and for pushing them to the limit. French Legend Thierry Henry was full of praise for the World Cup debutants, considering how this small nation exceeded every expectation at their first World Cup. It required a goal and an assist from Lionel Messi, to take the Argentinians forward in the tournament and prevent one of the greatest upsets in World Cup history. “You know what’s actually impressive? It is not so much on how they played and everything, which is impressive, but the number of people who live there,” said Henry on Fox Sports‘ post match show. The Arsenal icon heaped a lot of praise towards the Cape Verde’s players and manager, being impressed by their passion, grit and ever present ‘never give up’ mentality. Reflecting on the Cape Verdeans’ performance against the South …

Mahesh Bhatt praises Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga after box office turnaround: ‘Many had declared it dead on arrival’

Mahesh Bhatt praises Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga after box office turnaround: ‘Many had declared it dead on arrival’

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali‘s Main Vaapas Aaunga may have stumbled at the box office after its June 12 release, but the film has since scripted an impressive comeback, powered by glowing word of mouth. Its unexpected turnaround has caught the industry’s attention, with filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt hailing the film’s growing success and saying it is proof that audiences possess a “mysterious intelligence” of their own. Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga was released on June 12. Mahesh Bhatt lauds Imtiaz Ali Mahesh penned a note for Imtiaz in Variety India following the box-office performance of his latest film Main Vaapas Aaunga, saying the film deserves to be celebrated. He mentioned that there are “films that arrive with drums and trumpets, announcing themselves like conquerors”, and there are films that arrive quietly, asserting that Main Vaapas Aaunga belongs to the latter category. The filmmaker added that what moved him about Main Vaapas Aaunga was not just its story, but the thirst that runs beneath it. Mahesh went on to describe that longing as the desire to come home, …

Ujjwal Nikam praises Rajkummar Rao; says Prahaar authentically portrays his journey through 26/11 terror attack case

Ujjwal Nikam praises Rajkummar Rao; says Prahaar authentically portrays his journey through 26/11 terror attack case

Veteran public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam has praised Rajkummar Rao‘s performance in Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam, saying the actor has brought his life story to the screen with honesty and sincerity. The biographical drama focuses on Nikam’s role in prosecuting Ajmal Kasab, the only terrorist captured alive after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. While the courtroom remains central to the story, the film also sheds light on the man behind the headlines, revealing the personal sacrifices and quieter moments that rarely made it into public conversations. Rajkummar Rao wins Ujjwal Nikam’s approval for Prahaar. What Ujjwal Nikam said Speaking about the film, Ujjwal Nikam praised both Rajkummar Rao and director Avinash Arun for staying true to his journey. “Rajkummar Rao has delivered a remarkable performance, and Avinash Arun’s direction is deeply impressive. Prahaar authentically portrays not only my journey as a public prosecutor but also my life as a husband and a father,” said Ujjwal. A story beyond the courtroom The film explores a side of Nikam’s life that many people have never …

Sanjay Gupta praises Aditya Dhar’s relentless fight for Dhurandhar: ‘Filmmaking is not playing shooting shooting’

Sanjay Gupta praises Aditya Dhar’s relentless fight for Dhurandhar: ‘Filmmaking is not playing shooting shooting’

Veteran filmmaker Sanjay Gupta has publicly applauded director Aditya Dhar for his unwavering dedication to Dhurandhar, saying the filmmaker never compromised on his vision despite years of challenges. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sanjay shared what he had heard from a crew member who worked closely on the film, praising Dhar’s commitment throughout every stage of the project. Sanjay Gupta hails Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. Sanjay Gupta praises Aditya Dhar’s commitment Sanjay Gupta expressed admiration for Aditya after speaking with someone who had been part of Dhurandhar’s production. Reflecting on the director’s work ethic, he wrote: “Yesterday I met a crew member from Dhurandar, who watched Aditya Dhar fight for his vision every single day of pre-production, shoot & post. No shortcuts. It was conviction vs. convenience. That’s the difference. Filmmaking is not playing ‘SHOOTING-SHOOTING’.” Four years of persistence During an appearance on the InControversial Podcast, Sanjay earlier spoke about the long journey behind Dhurandhar. According to him, Aditya spent nearly four years trying to get the film off the ground before it finally …

Kriti Sanon calls it ‘unfair’ when star kids get multipe chances without proving themselves; praises Ranbir, Alia

Kriti Sanon calls it ‘unfair’ when star kids get multipe chances without proving themselves; praises Ranbir, Alia

Kriti Sanon was a complete outsider when she began her career in modelling and, after facing many ups and downs, made her debut in Hindi films with Heropanti (2014) opposite actor Jackie Shroff’s son, Tiger Shroff, who was also making his debut at the time. The film was a hit, but Kriti had to prove herself in the film industry again and again after her debut. Kriti Sanon spoke about nepotism and its impact. ‘Was not an easy journey’ In a recent interaction, she spoke about how her rise to the top has been gradual and not an overnight success story. She recalled instances when she cried after her first photoshoot and her first ramp show, and how she never gave up despite setbacks. She said, “It was not an easy journey. There were moments of self-doubt and frustration regarding not getting the opportunities that I wanted. It’s not been like a journey straight to the top; it’s been gradual. I’ve seen my ups and downs. But I’ve also had the quality of not giving …