Indian Cinema
Parasakthi box office collection Day 14: Sivakarthikeyan-Sreeleela’s Tamil movie declines further, mints...
In 14 days, Parasakthi has earned just a little over 26% of its production cost, ₹51.33 crore.
1 min read09:59 AM ISTHow AI has invaded Indian cinema
AI has gone from an experimental aid to a common tool in cinema, applied to everything from casting to de-ageing. We explore Indian film’s brave new AI landscape
17 min read23 Jan 2026A decade of ‘Pothettan Brilliance’: How Dileesh Pothan shaped Malayalam cinema in last 10 years
Dileesh Pothan redefined Malayalam cinema with ‘Maheshinte Prathikaram’, ‘Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum’ and ‘Joji’. His work is celebrated for its realistic style, layered storytelling, and frequent collaborations with actor Fahadh Faasil. Beyond directing, his journey spans producing and acting.
4 min read09:10 AM ISTChatha Pacha X review: Roshan Mathew's movie gets mixed response; netizens call it ‘fun one-time watch’
The January 22 release is loosely based on WWE. The movie also has a cameo from megastar Mammootty.
1 min read22 Jan 2026'It has a huge recall value': Anupam Kher on sequel of comedy film Khosla Ka Ghosla
Actor Anupam Kher admitted that he was suprised by the "recall value" of 'Khosla Ka Ghosla' after he shared the updates of the movie's sequel.
1 min read22 Jan 2026Certification delays remain a chronic headache for producers, cinema owners
Censorship delays often disrupt theatrical schedules and cause significant inconvenience to cinema owners, as advance bookings for tentpole films typically begin nearly a week before release.
3 min read21 Jan 2026Manu Joseph: Why do Indian films rarely ever depict the reality of how Indians speak?
Indian cinema rarely sounds like real life. Most films turn conversations into farce or poetry, missing how young Indians actually talk, argue and love. A small but brave film release on YouTube breaks that pattern and hints at a more honest future for Indian movies.
4 min read18 Jan 2026Drop in single-screen cinemas, uneven multiplex growth shrink scope for movie-goers
India's cinema landscape has shifted dramatically, with single screens plummeting from 9,500 to 6,500. Multiplex growth is concentrated in metros, leaving many without access. High ticket prices and piracy hinder attendance, causing box office revenue to decline.
3 min read13 Jan 2026Flexible ticket pricing revives midweek cinema visits, but there’s a catch
Lower weekday pricing has succeeded in attracting more audiences. Does this signal the need for further ticket price rationalization?
2 min read9 Jan 2026Jana Nayagan censor case update: Vijay's film to get UA certificate, orders Madras HC
Jana Nayagan makers claimed that even after changes suggested by the censor board members were made, the censor certificate was still not issued.
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