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Prakash Jha shares how things can be improved for independent cinema

Mumbai, Dec 22: Filmmaker Prakash Jha, who is set to attend the London Film Festival, has shared how the situation for independent cinema can be improved in India.

Karan Johar asks a pertinent question: 'Are we all complicit?'

Mumbai, Dec 2: Amidst this growing social media and paparazzi culture, it is extremely crucial to keep an eye on what's truly important. Keeping this in view, Karan Johar decided to take a pause for the cause and ask himself a pertinent question as a filmmaker.

Ravie Dubey calls for more opportunities for independent filmmakers facing resource crunch

Mumbai, Nov 25: Actor-producer Ravi Dubey shed light on the challenges faced by independent filmmakers, noting that many talented creators struggle to find the right platforms to showcase their work.

Waves Film Bazaar 2025 drops curtains with big wins, global deals and a breakout year for emerging filmmakers

Panaji, November 25: The NFDC Waves Film Bazaar 2025, held alongside the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI), wrapped up five days of intensive industry activity, bringing together filmmakers, producers, studios and international delegates for one of its strongest editions to date. This year saw significant project discoveries, global partnerships and a clear rise in the scale and ambition of South Asian filmmaking.

Suparn S Varma defends Aditya Dhar over chatter on 'Dhurandhar' trailer

Mumbai, Nov 19: Suparn S Varma, who has directed the recently released film â€˜Haqâ€™, has come forward to defend fellow director Aditya Dhar.

Filmmakers highlight challenges for Indie films after Kanu Behl's 'Agra' limited theatrical release

Mumbai, November 18: A group of India's Independent filmmakers has released a joint statement addressing the challenges they face in getting their films screened in theatres and on OTT platforms.

Guneet Monga Kapoor, Karthik Subbaraj unite for Tamil film

Mumbai, Nov 10: Oscar Winner Guneet Monga Kapoorâ€™s production house Sikhya Entertainment has joined hands with Tamil filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj for the first time for a feature film.

I&B minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces IFFI 2025 to introduce programs focused on emerging filmmakers

Mumbai, Nov 7: Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the upcoming 56th International Film Festival of India will feature special initiatives aimed at nurturing and promoting emerging filmmakers.

Kristen Stewart slams Hollywood's treatment of women filmmakers

Washington, DC, November 5: Kristen Stewart discussed the representation of women filmmakers and whether they are receiving their due in Hollywood during the keynote address at the Academy and Chanel's Women's Luncheon in Los Angeles, according to Variety.

Ram Gopal Varma says, 'my true birth as a filmmaker was given by Nagarjuna'

Hyderabad, Nov 5: The trailer of the much-anticipated drama "Shiva 4K Dolby Atmos" was unveiled on Wednesday in Hyderabad by Nagarjuna Akkineni and director Ram Gopal Varma (RGV).

Tamil film 'Mayilaa' to premiere at Rotterdam International film festival

Chennai, Oct 24: Writer, director Semmalar Annam's much-awaited Tamil film 'Mayilaa', which is being presented by acclaimed filmmaker Pa Ranjith, will premiere at the 55th International Film Festival of Rotterdam (IFFR).

Javed Akhtar pens emotional b'day note for daughter Zoya, recalls holding her for first time

Mumbai, Oct 14: Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar penned a heartfelt birthday note for his filmmaker daughter Zoya Akhtar, remembering the day she was born.

Atlee gets a special birthday wish from wife Priya: 'I am lucky to call you mine'

Mumbai, Sep 21: Acclaimed director Atlee received a special birthday wish from his better half, Priya, as he turned 39 years old on Sunday.

Anubhav Sinha reflects on Hindi film industry's tendency to spoil the recipe with too many ingredients

Mumbai, Sep 9: Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, who is known for â€˜Mulkâ€™, Thappadâ€™, â€˜Bheedâ€™ and others, is mulling over the dynamics of the film industry.

Hansal Mehta shares his recipe for Chicken & Shiitake Ramen perfect for a rainy day

Mumbai, Aug 30: Filmmaker Hansal Mehta shared his recipe for a yummy Chicken and Shiitake Ramen, perfect for a rainy day.

Pallavi Joshi: I have always kept myself a little anti-establishment

Mumbai, Aug 26: Actress-producer Pallavi Joshi, who is awaiting the release of her upcoming film â€˜The Bengal Filesâ€™, likes to preserve the anti-establishment sentiment in her.

Women In Film India partners with WAVES Bazaar to showcase women-led Indian films at TIFF 2025

Mumbai, August 19: Women in Film (WIF) India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting's WAVES Film Bazaar and the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), will be selecting six projects by Indian filmmakers, each with at least one woman in a key creative role, to showcase it at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2025.

Isha Koppikar lends support to filmmaking student with her film 'Rocketship'

Mumbai, Aug 12: Actress Isha Koppikar, who is known for her work in â€˜Donâ€™, â€˜Kya Kool Hai Humâ€™, and others, is set to essay the role of a mother in â€˜Rocketshipâ€™ for which she has teamed up with the filmmaking students at Subhash Ghaiâ€™s Whistling Woods International academy. â€˜Rocketshipâ€™ is a students' diploma project.

No case can be filed against legendary filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan over remarks, Kerala Police advised

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 6: Legendary filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan, presently under fire for his controversial remarks at a film conclave recently, can now breathe easy as the Kerala Police have received legal advice stating that no case can be filed against him in the matter.

Mixed reactions to Adoor Gopalakrishnan's remarks on SC/ST filmmakers, police complaint filed

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 4: Legendary filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan's comments on government funding for women and SC/ST filmmakers have sparked a flurry of reactions across Kerala, drawing criticism, political response, and even legal action.

Complaints filed against Adoor Gopalakrishnan over remarks on SC/ST filmmakers

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 4: A Dalit activist has lodged a complaint with the police and Kerala SC/ST Commission against veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan over his controversial remarks on government grants for women and Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) filmmakers.

Adoor Gopalakrishnan sparks row at Kerala film conclave over remarks on women, SC film makers

Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 3: Veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan stirred a controversy at the Kerala governmentâ€™s Film Policy Conclave with comments perceived as dismissive towards women and Scheduled Caste (SC) filmmakers who receive financial support from the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC).

Ritwik Ghatak to be honoured at IFFM with retrospect on his birth centenary

Mumbai, July 29: Late National Award winning filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak will be celebrated at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2025 with a retrospect on the Padma Shri honoraryâ€™s birth centenary.

84-year-old legendary film-maker Adoor Gopalakrishnan working on his 13th feature film

Thiruvananthapuram, July 17: Legendary film-maker Adoor Gopalakrishnan is finishing work on what will be his 13th feature film.

Shekhar Kapur shares how he met his guru and discovered himself on a mountain journey

Mumbai, July 16: Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, on Wednesday, shared a deeply personal reflection about a transformative journey to the mountains.

Dakota Johnson talks about directing her first feature, avoiding toxic sets

Washington DC, July 7: Dakota Johnson, who is known for 'Fifty Shades of Grey', 'Black Mass', 'How to Be Single', and many others, shared her plans for directing her first feature based on a script by an autistic actress she has acted with in a film, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Hansal Mehta reveals what 'style' means to him

Mumbai, June 26: Filmmaker Hansal Mehta has opened up about his fashion choices and his style of dressing. The director has shared that for him, itâ€™s always about comfort.

Sivaranjini J directorial 'Victoria' becomes India's solo entry at 27th Shanghai International Film Festival, filmmaker shares her journey

Washington DC, June 16: Director Sivaranjini J is thrilled as her debut feature film Victoria has been selected as the sole entry from India at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) 2025. The film will be screened under the Asian New Talent section of the festival.

Samantha: My identity as a woman will naturally influence all of my creative choices

New Delhi, May 5: Actress-producer Samantha Ruth Prabhu said that her identity as a woman naturally drives her to champion such narratives and emphasized the need for more female voices in Indian cinema.

Alice Rohrwacher to lead Golden Camera Jury at Cannes Film Festival

Washington, April 18: Italian director and screenwriter Alice Rohrwacher has been chosen to chair the Jury of the Camera d'or, the Golden Camera jury, in Cannes.

'Stranger Things' actor Matthew Modine to produce doc on Scottish director Michael Caton-Jones

Washington, April 16: Actor Matthew Modine, best known for playing Dr Martin Brenner in Netflix's hit series 'Stranger Things,' is set to produce a new documentary series about the life of Scottish filmmaker Michael Caton-Jones, according to Deadline.

Priyadarshan's 'bad back' no hindrance to film shooting

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 22: Age and physical discomfort seem to be no impediment for the passion of veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan. At 68, the master craftsman is as busy as ever, currently immersed in his latest project, "Bhooth Bangla." Despite recurring back issues, the acclaimed director remains undeterred when it comes to his first love â€“ filmmaking.

I can lend a helping hand to 10 people aspiring to become film industry professionals, says Kiran Abbavaram

Chennai, Mar 12: Actor Kiran Abbavaram, who is now gearing up for the release of his action entertainer, 'Dilruba', has announced that he is willing to extend a helping hand to 10 people from middle and lower middle class families who are passionate about becoming film industry professionals, but who do not currently have the means to do so.

Shabana Azmi curates 'Femme Lens' at Red Lorry Film Festival, celebrating women filmmakers

Mumbai, March 9: Veteran actress and advocate for cinema, Shabana Azmi, has curated the Femme Lens category at the upcoming edition of the Red Lorry Film Festival.

Anil Kapoor calls 'boss woman' Rhea the number one creative female producer in Bollywood

Mumbai, March 5: Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor has penned a heartwarming birthday message for his daughter and producer Rhea Kapoor.

Gajraj Rao and Renuka Shahane's 'Dupahiya' celebrates the creative strength of women filmmakers

Mumbai, March 4: Gajraj Rao and Renuka Shahane starrer â€œDupahiyaâ€ is making waves for its unique approach driven by the creative vision of women.

Shruti Haasan likes to explore emotions of love, darkness, and self-discovery on-screen

Mumbai, March 3: Actress Shruti Haasan, whose British psychological thriller film â€˜The Eyeâ€™ made its India premiere as the opening feature of the 5th Wench Film Festival, has shared that she has always been drawn to stories that explore love, darkness, and self-discovery.

Richa, Ali's 'Girls Will Be Girls' feted with John Cassavetes honour at Independent Spirit Awards

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