Bollywood Films: News

08 May 2023

Box Office

#NewsBytesExplainer: Why some films fail commercially despite overwhelmingly positive reviews

India is home to multiple film industries across languages besides Bollywood and churns out numerous (reportedly around 1,500) movies theatrically each year.

08 May 2023

Shabana Azmi

'The Kerala Story': Shabana Azmi terms ban demands as 'wrong'

Filmmaker Sudipto Sen's latest release, The Kerala Story, has been in the midst of controversies.

08 May 2023

Shahid Kapoor

Pooja Hegde joins Shahid Kapoor's action thriller 'Koi Shaq'

Shahid Kapoor is one of the most sought-after actors in Bollywood right now, especially after his phenomenal performance in Farzi.

08 May 2023

Vidya Balan

Vidya Balan starrer 'Neeyat' poster out; release details inside

Vidya Balan is one of the most adept actors in India, and the actor is known for often donning challenging roles.

08 May 2023

Box Office

Box office: Despite controversies, 'The Kerala Story' witnesses huge jump

The Kerala Story has been in the buzz for some time now.

07 May 2023

Box Office

'The Kerala Story' witnesses significant surge in box office collections

Adah Sharma starrer The Kerala Story, released on Friday, may have been mired in controversy, but it seems the film has managed to draw audiences to theaters.

07 May 2023

Telugu Films

Happy birthday, Sundeep Kishan: 'Michael' actor's 5 best titles

Sundeep Kishan is a popular South Indian actor who predominantly works in Telugu films but has also been part of Tamil cinema and Bollywood.

06 May 2023

OTT releases

'The Kerala Story' OTT release: When, where to watch film

Despite being surrounded by several controversies, Sudipto Sen's The Kerala Story has grabbed the attention of the audience.

06 May 2023

NewsBytes Exclusive

#NewsBytesExclusive: Sudipto Sen opens up on 'The Kerala Story' controversies

The Kerala Story has become the most controversial film of 2023 so far. But director Sudipto Sen believes the story needed to be told.

06 May 2023

Madhya Pradesh

'The Kerala Story': MP government waives tax on Adah Sharma-starrer

Despite the blazing controversies Adah Sharma starrer The Kerala Story has been entrapped in since its trailer was released, the film released on Friday seems to be growing due to excellent word of mouth.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

PM Modi praises 'The Kerala Story,' calls out INC

Cinema has been a tool to influence the masses and it has often been used by several political parties. Be it the Prime Minister Narendra Modi biopic around the 2019 Lok Sabha elections or The Kashmir Files.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

SRK's 'Jawan' finalizes release: Multiple Bollywood biggies shuffle premiere dates

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan delivered the biggest blockbuster of his career with Pathaan. And now, his upcoming film Jawan is in the buzz, as the makers postponed it to August 25 to work on its VFX.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

When to watch SSR's 'MS Dhoni' on big screens again

MS Dhoni: The Untold Story is one of the best sports biopics ever made in Bollywood. Apart from raking in huge numbers, Sushant Singh Rajput's portrayal of the ex-Indian captain was heavily lauded by fans.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

Miss India 2023 Nandini Gupta might star in 'Welcome 3'

The Welcome franchise is one of the most followed comic franchises in India. The first installment is the source of some OG memes, whereas the second installment was moderately decent.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

SRK's 'Pathaan' is finally getting Bangladesh release

Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan is making the headlines even after four months of its release. The money spinner of Bollywood shattered many records and is still winning hearts. The Siddharth Anand directorial is set to be released in Bangladesh on May 12.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

YRF spends Rs. 35cr on SRK-Salman sequence in 'Tiger 3'

YRF Spy Universe is the hottest intellectual property in Bollywood right now. From heavyweight actors to mounting big set scenes, Aditya Chopra is leaving no stone unturned.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

SRK's 'Jawan' release date locked in August: Report

Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan is currently the most anticipated film and fans are eagerly waiting for an update about the vigilante action drama.

05 May 2023

Box Office

Box office: Salman Khan's 'KKBKKJ' dips further; crucial weekend ahead

Salman Khan is one of the most bankable stars in Bollywood. The actor seems to have lost his touch at the box office. His recent release Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan opened up to massive numbers but in its second week, it is hardly raking in money.

05 May 2023

Bollywood

Akshay-Tiger's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' set for Eid 2024 release

Akshay Kumar is one of those superstars who has had a lot of rough patches in his career. Post-pandemic, the Khiladi of Bollywood is not being able to crack the box office numbers.

05 May 2023

Amitabh Bachchan

Hindi films where characters prove age is just a number

Academy-Award winner Michelle Yeoh was spot on when she said on the Oscars stage: "Never let anyone tell you you're past your prime."

04 May 2023

Bollywood

Vivek Agnihotri-Sudhir Mishra discuss Anurag Kashyap in upcoming podcast

Vivek Agnihotri and Sudhir Mishra are two filmmakers who appear to be on both ends of the political spectrum. The former has found a kind of fame post The Kashmir Files, whereas the latter is known for making hard-hitting dramas.

04 May 2023

Bollywood

Is Rani Mukerji working on 'Mardaani 3' now

Rani Mukerji is considered to be one of the most adept actors of her generation. Her recent release Mrs. Chatterjee Vs Norway opened to mixed reviews but her performance was lauded by almost everyone.

04 May 2023

OTT releases

YRF announces slice-of-life drama 'Vijay 69' starring Anupam Kher

Yash Raj Films is one of the most sought-after production houses in India. Their digital arm YRF Entertainment announced their upcoming OTT project titled Vijay 69. The film will be headlined by the adept Anupam Kher.

03 May 2023

NewsBytes Exclusive

#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Don't understand politics,' Adah Sharma on 'The Kerala Story'

The Kerala Story (TKS) is in the midst of multiple controversies. From petitions challenging its release to complaints, it's facing severe backlash. Lead actor Adah Sharma spoke to NewsBytes about TKS.

03 May 2023

Bollywood

Gulshan Devaiah's '8 A.M. METRO' trailer released; details inside

Gulshan Devaiah is a master in the craft of acting and his next film titled 8 A.M. METRO is set to hit the theaters on May 19. The makers released the trailer and it also stars the adept Saiyami Kher.

03 May 2023

France

Everything about the inaugural India-themed Nirvana Festival in France

Indian culture is lauded by many globally and recently, the focus has been on Indian cinema. The Nirvana Festival is set to kick in the month of May and France's India-themed festival will showcase some modern-day gems.

03 May 2023

Bollywood

SRK returns to Mumbai; fans gush about possible 'Jawan' update

Shah Rukh Khan is the star of the year!

03 May 2023

Bollywood

May or August, when is Aruna Irani's birthday

Having done more than 300 films in her career, Aruna Irani is known as the "Dancing Queen" of Bollywood. More than acting and dancing, Irani is also famous for her birth date.

02 May 2023

OTT releases

Finally! Ranbir-Shraddha's 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar' releasing on OTT

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar is all set to make its OTT premiere on Wednesday, May 3. Fans will be excited to see the puppy-eyed Ranbir Kapoor returning to the romantic comedy genre after years.

01 May 2023

OTT releases

Ranbir-Shraddha starrer 'Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar' OTT details

Ranbir Kapoor is a poster boy for romantic comedies. His goofy attitude and puppy eyes have made us drool for years.

01 May 2023

Hera Pheri

'Bedhadak,' 'Dostana 2': Bollywood movies running behind their original schedule

Aditya Dhar's ambitious project The Immortal Ashwatthama is back in the news and it has reportedly been shelved due to an exorbitant budget.

01 May 2023

Bollywood

Sohail Khan in talks with Salman Khan for 'Sher Khan'

Every director and filmmaker has their own passion projects and often some have to wait for years to make it happen.

01 May 2023

Bollywood

Everything about Mimoh Chakraborty's 'Rosh': Release details inside

Superstar Mithun Chakraborty is a proud father as both of his sons' films are going to be released soon. On one hand, Namashi Chakraborty is set for his debut with Bad Boy, and, his brother Mimoh is set to strengthen his foot in Bollywood with his upcoming film Rosh.

29 Apr 2023

Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan completes 35 years in Bollywood: Revisiting early successes

Aamir Khan's career is truly the stuff dreams are made of.

28 Apr 2023

Bollywood

'The Kerala Story': Congress requests Kerala government against its release

Vipul Amrutlal Shah's upcoming film The Kerala Story has been in the midst of controversies since its teaser was released last year. Earlier this week, the makers dropped the trailer of the film leading to fresh controversies as demands against its release are being made by many.

28 Apr 2023

TV News

#NewsBytesExplainer: Looking at different film promotion techniques employed by makers

After a film is completed and the final edits are locked, there remains only one last aspect that needs to be taken care of: the marketing of the movie.

28 Apr 2023

Bollywood

John Abraham is set to star in 'Dhoom 4': Reports

In 2004, Yash Raj Films released the game-changer Dhoom starring the suave John Abraham!

28 Apr 2023

Bollywood

Happy birthday, Sharman Joshi: Best comic performances of the actor

When it comes to actors with great comic timing, one cannot skip the name of Sharman Joshi. He is known for his comic timing, but he has also delivered some heart-touching performances.

27 Apr 2023

Bollywood

Before 'Jawan,' clips of these films got leaked online

A clip from Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming film Jawan, co-starring Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi, leaked online recently. Then on Wednesday, the Delhi High Court ordered social media platforms to take down the copyrighted content. Directed by Atlee, Jawan is set for a release in cinema halls on June 2.

27 Apr 2023

Bollywood

Vikramaditya Motwane's next starring Ananya Panday titled 'Control' 

Vikramaditya Motwane is one of the most adept filmmakers in India and is known for pushing the boundaries with his films. He has often tried new arenas with films like AK vs AK and Trapped.