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Sharman Joshi reflects on first quarter of 21st century, calls it extremely 'fulfilling'

Mumbai De, c 30: Actor Sharman Joshi has reflected on the first quarter of the 21st century and called it a wonderful journey.

Mona Singh on first quarter of 21st century: I've grown with the industry

Mumbai, Dec 29: Actor Mona Singh, whose career has seamlessly bridged television, cinema and digital platforms, says the first 25 years of the 21st century have been as much a period of personal growth for her as they have been a time of transformation for the entertainment industry.

Madhuri Dixit explains how rising cinema ticket prices are affecting theatre footfalls

Mumbai, Dec 28: Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit recently shared her thoughts on the changing dynamics of moviegoing, highlighting how rising cinema ticket prices are impacting theatre footfalls.

Bhuvan Bam on first quarter of 21st century: Bollywood earlier felt distant

Mumbai, Dec 27: Actor-creator Bhuvan Bam believes the most defining change in the first quarter of the 21st century has been access.

Lakshmi Manchu says motherhood was her best moment in the first quarter of the 21st century

Mumbai De, c 26: Actor-producer Lakshmi Manchu has spoken of the best moments of her life that she encountered during the first quarter of the 21st century.

Malaika Arora on first quarter of 21st century: It's been a journey of reinvention for me

Mumbai, Dec 24: As the first quarter of the 21st century draws to a close, Bollywood diva Malaika Arora is reflecting on a phase marked by change, growth and constant reinvention. She went on to add that Bollywood has undergone a meaningful and exciting transformation, which reshaped storytelling, technology and the way audiences engage with cinema.

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.

Milind Soman says OTT platforms are giving 90s actors a new lease of opportunities

Mumbai, Dec 22: Actor Milind Soman has highlighted how the entertainment industry has transformed with the rise of OTT and digital platforms.

The lines are getting blurred: Manoj Pahwa, Ayesha Raza reflect on OTT platforms reshaping Indian films

By Nikita Bishay, New Delhi, December 5: Amid the growth of OTT platforms reshaping the Indian entertainment space, allowing actors and creators to chart unexplored territories, actors Manoj Pahwa and Ayesha Raza - both known for their versatile performances - have reflected on the recent advent.

Need to counter NE misrepresentation, says filmmaker Sanjoy Hazarika at JMI seminar

New Delhi, Nov 27: Speaking at a seminar on films from the North East at Jamia Millia Islamia, filmmaker Sanjoy Hazarika highlighted the responsibility of media and filmmakers in countering misrepresentation, an official said on Thursday.

Zeenat Aman says, today's cinema embraces nuances people once overlooked

New Delhi, Nov 24: Veteran Bollywood star Zeenat Aman, whose groundbreaking performances in classics such as “Hare Rama Hare Krishna”, “Qurbani” and “Satyam Shivam Sundaram” to name a few, blended glamour with a quiet defiance, says the conversation around “superficiality” has changed with time.

Manoj Joshi rejects OTT dominance on films' success, calls it a myth

Panaji, November 21: Veteran actor Manoj Joshi attended the opening ceremony of the International Film Festival of India 2025 (IFFI) on Thursday, where he reflected on the legacy of films amid a growth in the OTT sector.

Vipin Sharma reflects on overcoming five years of typecasting: 'It took a lot of mental work'

Mumbai, Nov 20: Actor Vipin Sharma has opened up about facing typecasting, revealing how the experience challenged him both personally and professionally.

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.

Shekhar Kapur raises concern over AI's rapid rise and its impact on Bollywood

Mumbai, Nov 17: Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur has sparked a fresh conversation in the film industry by highlighting the rapid rise of AI-created performers and their growing influence in global entertainment.

Krystle D'Souza highlights the shift from traditional to contemporary TV themes

Mumbai, Nov 16: Actress Krystle D’Souza has shared her thoughts on the evolving landscape of TV storytelling.

We need many more stages like this: Actor Pratik Gandhi on FICCI Frames 2025

Mumbai, October 8: Pratik Gandhi lauded FICCI Frames 2025, calling the platform a necessary need for the unstructured entertainment industry.

India's media and entertainment sector poised to cross Rs 3 lakh crore by 2027

Mumbai, Oct 8: Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti, has emphasised the need for balanced regulation and innovation to drive the next phase of growth in India's broadcasting and media industry.

Neena Gupta opens up about lack of roles for actors of her age

Mumbai, Oct 8: Veteran actress Neena Gupta opened up about the struggles actors face as they grow older. She revealed that many projects simply don’t offer roles suited to their age.

Barkha Bisht explains how OTT platforms are changing TV viewing: 'Audience is divided'

Mumbai, Sep 26: Actress Barkha Bisht has opened up about the changing landscape of television viewership, explaining how OTT platforms are reshaping the way audiences consume content.

'Pratighaat' fame Ssujata Mehta seeks soulful scripts on OTT: 'It offers depth'

Mumbai, Sep 14: Veteran actress Ssujata Mehta is back on the stage with her solo theatrical triumph "Ssujata Rangrangili".

Most mainstream films don't depend on talent: Manoj Bajpayee calls OTT a blessing for actors

Mumbai, August 30: Manoj Bajpayee described the rise of OTT platforms as a "blessing" for actors like him, saying that digital medium storytelling is more talent-driven than theatrical films, which are often based on box office numbers.

Shagun Sharma on doing meaningful roles: 'Good content will always find its audience'

Mumbai, Aug 23: After spending around a decade in the television industry, actress Shagun Sharma strongly believes that 'content is king'. Known for playing a vast variety of roles, she revealed that she consciously avoids being typecast.

Deepak Tijori says talent won't go unnoticed in the this age of tech

Mumbai, Aug 18: Actor Deepak Tijori feels that in the current era, talent has many avenues to explore. The actor had spoken with IANS in an interview during the promotions of his short film ‘Echoes of Us’, and said that talent won’t go unnoticed in this age of technology.

Priya Bapat says OTT has given her challenging parts to play

Mumbai, Aug 17: Actress Priya Bapat, who leads the investigation in the recently released psychological-horror streaming series 'Andhera', has said that working on OTT has been a very rewarding experience for her.

Prajakta Koli shares her honest take on evolution of the creator economy 5 years down the line

Mumbai, Aug 16: Actress and content creator Prajakta Koli, who is getting a lot of positive response to her recently released streaming series ‘Andhera’, has an honest opinion on the evolution of the creator economy.

Veteran actor Dalip Tahil reflects on 45 years in cinema, notes shift from single screens to multi-platform era

Mumbai, Aug 7: Veteran actor Dalip Tahil, who has completed an impressive 45 years in the film industry, shared insights into how the landscape of cinema has transformed over the decades.

Neeraj Pandey reacts to Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' being released on YouTube

Mumbai, Aug 5: In a bold move, Aamir Khan decided to release his blockbuster hit "Sitaare Zameen Par" exclusively on YouTube.

Dalip Tahil on 90s heroes taking on villain or character roles: 'They've taken my work'

Mumbai, Aug 5: Veteran actor Dalip Tahil shared his opinion on heroes from the 90s taking on villain or character roles.

Netflix should partner with Marathi content creators, urges State Cultural Affairs Minister Shelar

New Delhi, July 31: Maharashtra State Cultural Affairs and Information Technology Minister Ashish Shelar, on behalf of the Government, appealed to Netflix, one of the leading OTT platforms in the entertainment industry, to partner with Marathi content creators and the entertainment sector in Maharashtra on Thursday.

Blocked 43 OTT platforms so far to curb explicit, insensitive content: Ashwini Vaishnaw

New Delhi, July 30: The government has so far blocked 43 over-the-top (OTT) platforms in order to curb the spread of explicit, adult, violent or culturally insensitive content and ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday.

Aamir Khan explains why he dodged OTT for 'Sitaare Zameen Par,' says he never liked that model

Mumbai, July 29: Aamir Khan, who is all set to release his sports drama 'Sitaare Zameen Par' on YouTube Movies, shared the reason for skipping popular OTT platforms and instead deciding to go directly to YouTube.

Ekta Kapoor issues statement, says 'not associated in any capacity' with ALTT

Mumbai, July 26: Television Czarina Ekta Kapoor has issued a clarification stating that neither she nor her mother Shobha Kapoor are associated with ALTT in “any capacity.”

Govt bans OTT platforms Ullu, ALTT, Desiflix for soft porn content

New Delhi, July 25: In a bid to crack down on unlawful and obscene content, the government has directed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to disable public access to 25 OTT platforms, including big and popular names like Ullu, ALTT, and Desiflix.

Zain Durrani: Being an actor is like you're constantly on for competitive exams

New Delhi, July 19: Zain Durrani has shared that being an actor in the Hindi film industry is like being constantly on for a competitive exam.

Vaani Kapoor shares how a new generation of actresses is shattering stereotypes through action roles

Mumbai, July 7: Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor has opened up about the changing landscape for women in cinema. She highlighted how a new wave of actresses is breaking barriers by embracing adrenaline-charged, high-octane roles.

'Special Ops' maker Shivam Nair talks about the liberation of working on OTT

Mumbai, July 3: Director Shivam Nair, who is gearing up for the release of the upcoming season of the superhit streaming show ‘Special Ops’, has spoken on the medium of OTT, and the kind of liberation it brings for the artistes.

Madras HC dismisses plea to ban movie reviews for first three days after release

Chennai, June 26: The Madras High Court on Thursday dismissed a writ petition filed by the Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) seeking a ban on online reviews of newly released films for the first three days of their theatrical release, stating that such a restriction would violate the fundamental right to freedom of speech and expression.

Delnaaz Irani explains why audience loyalty has shifted in today's TV landscape

Mumbai, June 24: Actress Delnaaz Irani opened up about the evolving nature of the small screen and why audience loyalty isn't what it used to be.

Renuka Shahane raises concerns over audience shift towards OTT content

Mumbai, June 18: Veteran actress and filmmaker Renuka Shahane has voiced her concerns about the shifting dynamics of the Indian film industry, particularly the growing preference for OTT platforms over theatrical experiences.