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Sequels keep Bollywood alive; franchises fuel its heartbeat

Sequels keep Bollywood alive; franchises fuel its heartbeat

Despite constant talk of risk-taking and originality, Bollywood’s current lineup tells another story. The industry has shifted from nurturing fresh voices to trading on familiar titles, turning its slate into something closer to an IP marketplace than a creative hub. The dominance of sequels and franchises is now impossible to overlook. The 2026 release slate reads like an industry confession. Tit…

Kangana hails Dhurandhar’s Bollywood revival; Madhavan shines as Ajit Doval

Kangana hails Dhurandhar’s Bollywood revival; Madhavan shines as Ajit Doval

Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut praised R. Madhavan’s portrayal of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in the Dhurandhar franchise. In her conversation on the ANI podcast, she remarked that the film breathed new energy into Hindi cinema, helping it reconnect with audiences after a period of decline. Kangana said Dhurandhar helped the film industry connect back with the country. She said the audie…

Ahaan Panday Named Davidoff Parfums’ First India Brand Ambassado

Ahaan Panday Named Davidoff Parfums’ First India Brand Ambassado

In a landmark move, Davidoff Parfums has chosen actor Ahaan Panday to represent the brand in India—its very first ambassador in the country. This marks a defining chapter in Davidoff’s journey across one of its most vibrant and fast-evolving markets.For decades, Davidoff has been a name synonymous with sophistication in India’s fragrance culture, enjoying cult status among urban consumers. With Ah…

Asha Bhosle, legendary singer and voice of Bollywood for decades, dies at 92

Asha Bhosle, legendary singer and voice of Bollywood for decades, dies at 92

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, considered one of the greatest vocalists in modern Indian music, has died at the age of 92. The singer was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy hospital on Saturday after she experienced cardiac and respiratory issues. Sources told HT that the singer had not been keeping well for the last few months and was brought to the hospital in a critical state. She was admitted to…

Rajkummar Rao & Sanya Malhotra FIGHT Over MONEY?!  | Toaster | Netflix India

Rajkummar Rao & Sanya Malhotra FIGHT Over MONEY?! | Toaster | Netflix India

He has a judo ki black belt in saving money A savings-crazy Rajkummar Rao has the funniest interactions with wife Sanya Malhotra. From true crime news and judo black belts to living in a senior citizens’ colony to wanting kids to scoring free breakfast with their landlady, this couple is too chaotic!