Hindi Film Industry
Why legal race to protect celebrity and brand identity will only intensify in 2026
The coming year will mark a shift from reactive litigation to proactive strategies as brands and public figures rethink how identity, goodwill and reputation are owned, licensed and enforced.
5 min read6 Jan 2026Killing two birds with one big stone — can Bollywood sequels crack it?
The success of Dhurandhar, earning over ₹538 crore, has heightened expectations for its sequel. However, the effectiveness of two-part films in Indian cinema varies, relying on the first film's success and the strength of the narrative to attract audiences.
3 min read21 Dec 2025Who was SP Chaudhary Aslam — the slain Pakistan cop — and why is his widow upset with the makers of ‘Dhurandhar’?
The widow of SP Chaudhary Aslam, a prominent Karachi cop killed in 2014, voices her concerns over his depiction in the film 'Dhurandhar.' Noreen Aslam criticises disrespectful descriptions in the trailer and vows to take legal action if her husband's legacy is misrepresented.
3 min read10 Dec 2025Deepika Padukone praises Ranveer Singh's performance in Dhurandar as film shines on Day 1: 'So incredibly proud of you'
Deepika Padukone took to Instagram to praise her husband Ranveer Singh and the entire cast and crew of ‘Dhurandar’. She wrote how the film is ‘worth every minute’. On day one of its release, the Aditya Dhar film has amassed ₹21.77 crore.
2 min read5 Dec 2025Single-screen cinemas struggle as multiplexes ride premium-format hits in 2025
India’s box office this year has leaned heavily toward metros and premium formats, leaving single-screen theatres struggling. With few mass hits beyond Chhaava and several big titles delayed to 2026, single-screen theatres have seen a 20-30% drop in earnings and hope for a revival early next year.
3 min read13 Nov 2025When Dharmendra slept in a garage and worked extra hours to survive in Mumbai: ‘Mere khwab pure ho gaye…’
Dharmendra, a Padma Bhushan awardee, dominated the Indian cinema in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. His most notable works include movies like Phool Aur Patthar, Anupama, Seeta Aur Geeta, and the iconic Sholay.
1 min read11 Nov 2025RRR to War 2: Why does success elude south Indian stars in Bollywood
While Hindi dubs of southern films have lit up the box office, Hindi films with Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil film stars have not had great results.
3 min read27 Oct 2025Bollywood's sequel strategy loses steam. At stake — ₹2,000 crore
The Hindi film industry’s sequel strategy is stumbling, with recent flops exposing the limits of cashing in on brand value. Experts warn only strong stories—not recycled franchises—can draw audiences.
2 min read1 Oct 2025Watch: Bobby Deol praises Aryan Khan's directorial debut: ‘He is going to be one name to reckon with'
The actor added, “I think he is going to make a name of his own. He is that talented. The fire he has, nothing can stop him from going beyond The Bads of Bollywood.”
1 min read19 Sep 2025Ektaa Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms issues notice against fake casting directors using their name
Ektaa Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms warned aspiring actors regarding fake casting directors using their company name.
2 min read28 Aug 2025Wait for it…
Oops! Looks like you have exceeded the limit to bookmark the image. Remove some to bookmark this image.