Sony LIV: News
26 Sep 2024
Entertainment'Freedom at Midnight' casting director demands separate awards category
Kavish Sinha, the casting director of the upcoming SonyLIV historical drama Freedom at Midnight, has expressed dissatisfaction with his profession's lack of recognition in award shows.
04 Sep 2024
Amazon Prime Video'Call Me Bae,' 'Kill': You can't miss these OTT titles
This week, streaming platforms are set to release a diverse range of Hindi movies and web series. From action thrillers to romantic comedies, there's something for everyone.
20 Aug 2024
Applause EntertainmentTrailer: Manav Vij faces his darkest enemy in 'Tanaav 2'
The much-anticipated second season of the thriller series Tanaav is set to premiere on SonyLIV on September 12.
15 Jul 2024
Bollywood'Rock On 3' in works? Actor Purab Kohli shares update
In a recent interview with News18 Showsha, actor Purab Kohli, known for his roles in films such as Rock On! and Turning 30, discussed his career trajectory.
23 Jun 2024
MammoottyMammootty's 'Turbo' to arrive on SonyLIV in July: Report
The action thriller Turbo, headlined by Mammootty, is reportedly set to make its digital debut on SonyLIV in the first week of July, reported OTTPlay.
15 Jun 2024
Geeta KapoorKarisma Kapoor may judge 'India's Best Dancer' Season 4
Karisma Kapoor is reportedly in negotiations to judge the fourth season of India's Best Dancer.
15 Jun 2024
Emmay EntertainmentSony LIV's 'Freedom at Midnight' poster promises high-stakes drama
The first poster for the upcoming political thriller series Freedom at Midnight, directed by Nikkhil Advani, was unveiled on Saturday.
16 May 2024
Hansal MehtaHansal Mehta announces 'Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga'
Acclaimed director Hansal Mehta has unveiled the third installment of his successful Scam series, titled, Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga.
05 May 2024
Ashwiny Iyer TiwariPavail Gulati may reunite with Saiyami Kher for 'Faadu 2'
SonyLIV's popular series, Faadu, featuring Pavail Gulati and Saiyami Kher, might be gearing up for its second season, per Mid-Day.
02 May 2024
Emmay EntertainmentSonyLIV announces cast for new series 'Freedom at Midnight'
After tasting enormous success through shows such as Scam 1992, Maharani, Tabbar, and Gullak, SonyLIV is now gearing up for the period drama series Freedom at Midnight.
06 Mar 2024
OTT releases'Bramayugam': Mammootty starrer gets OTT release date
Veteran superstar Mammootty is pushing the boundary with every film. The standard of Malayalam movies is increasing with each passing film and the latest horror thriller, Bramayugam has emerged to be a big hit.
27 Feb 2024
Ashneer GroverAshneer Grover mocks Anupam Mittal, claims he's 'Shark Tank's GOAT
Ashneer Grover, a former judge on Shark Tank India, stirred up controversy during a recent appearance at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology's annual fest.
26 Feb 2024
Shark Tank India'Shark Tank India': What happened between Aastey CEO-Namita Thapar
Jeevika Tyagi, co-founder and CEO of Aastey, an athleisure startup, recently took to Instagram to address comments made by Shark Tank India judge Namita Thapar when she appeared on the show.
14 Feb 2024
OTT releasesOTT weekend watchlist: Check out these 5 fresh titles
It is time to update your watchlist for this week as new OTT titles have made their way to various streaming platforms. From romantic comedies to legal dramas and documentaries, a variety of new releases have been dropped for the audience to pick from.
21 Jan 2024
Web SeriesSonyLIV unveils first look of 'Raisinghani v/s Raisinghani'
SonyLIV—home to celebrated web series such as Scam 1992, Rocket Boys, and Maharani—has added another show to its shelf.
16 Jan 2024
Huma Qureshi'Maharani' Season 3 teaser: Huma Qureshi hellbent on completing graduation
Huma Qureshi is returning as Rani Bharti in the fan-favorite show, Maharani Season 3.
05 Jan 2024
Movie Review'Cubicles' S03 review: A crisp ode to work friendships
When it is about churning out feel-good and realistic stories, you know you can count on The Viral Fever (TVF) to provide you with such content.
03 Jan 2024
Sooraj Barjatya'Badaa Naam Karenge': Sooraj Barjatya's OTT debut premieres on Diwali
Get ready for some family drama, as renowned filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya is all set to make his OTT debut with SonyLIV's upcoming series, Badaa Naam Karenge.
08 Dec 2023
TV NewsMohammed Aashiq becomes the winner of 'MasterChef India 8'
India's top culinary reality show MasterChef India Season 8 has found its winner. Premiered exclusively on SonyLIV, Mohammed Aashiq has been adjudged as the champion.
12 Nov 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'MasterChef India 8's Mohammed Aashiq on his culinary journey
MasterChef India season eight contestant Mohammed Aashiq, who runs a juice shop, Kulukki Hub, in Mangalore, has impressed the judges and viewers alike.
11 Nov 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'MasterChef India 8's Kenneth G on his cooking style
Kenneth G is the youngest contestant on the ongoing season eight of MasterChef India, being exclusively premiered on SonyLIV.
04 Nov 2023
Shark Tank IndiaWho is Radhika Gupta, 'Shark Tank India 3's newest 'shark'
Shark Tank India is set to return with its third season, promising more investments and deals for start-ups.
03 Nov 2023
OTT releases'Scam 2003' review: Gagan Dev Riar owns Volume II, too
The second volume of Scam 2003: The Telgi Story is now available on Sony LIV. Starring Gagan Dev Riar as Abdul Karim Telgi, the series is about the Rs. 30,000cr stamp paper scam that rocked the nation.
03 Nov 2023
OTT releases'Chamak' trailer promises raw tale of Punjabi indie music scene
SonyLIV is set to premiere its newest series, Chamak, a gripping musical thriller that explores the dark underbelly of Punjab's music scene.
26 Oct 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: Professional kitchens weren't always gender-neutral, says Pooja Dhingra
Patisserie chef and businesswoman Pooja Dhingra is one of the three celebrity chef judges of MasterChef India, premiering on SonyLIV.
21 Oct 2023
EntertainmentMeet top 12 contestants of 'MasterChef India' Season 8
It's time to embark on a flavorful journey with MasterChef India and its top contestants.
19 Oct 2023
TV News'MasterChef India' announces its judges for new Tamil, Telugu versions
MasterChef India, a Hindi cooking reality television show, based on MasterChef Australia, has entered its eighth season. Celebrity chefs Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar, and Pooja Dhingra have joined as the three judges on the show.
30 Sep 2023
OTT releasesOTT weekend watchlist: Add these titles to your list
The last weekend of September is going to be an interesting one for the Indian audience. From movies to web series, plenty of titles have been released on various OTT platforms.
28 Sep 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Vishal Bhardwaj to expand 'Charlie Chopra' into franchise
The Indian adaptation of Agatha Christie's The Sittaford Mystery, now called Charlie Chopra & The Mystery of Solang Valley, is set to grow into a franchise beyond the original story.
01 Sep 2023
Movie Review#Scam2003Review: A new star is born, Gagan Dev is fantastic
After setting a benchmark with Scam 1992, Hansal Mehta has returned with its sequel, Scam 2003: The Telgi Story.
29 Aug 2023
OTT releasesAll about Gagan Dev Riar, 'Scam 2003's Abdul Karim Telgi
Actor Gagan Dev Riar is all set for his upcoming series Scam 2003: The Telgi Story, directed by Hansal Mehta and Tushar Hiranandani. He will be essaying Abdul Karim Telgi's role, the man who did the infamous stamp paper scam of Rs. 30,000 crore.
11 Aug 2023
Movie Review'Por Thozhil' review: Don't miss this fascinating, engaging crime thriller
If you like watching a crime thriller, then you must have Por Thozhil on your watchlist. Although the Tamil film was released in the theaters in June, it is on Friday that it premiered on SonyLIV.
09 Aug 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: Sarath Kumar talks about 'Por Thozhil's success, its sequel
Actor-turned-politician R Sarath Kumar is riding high on the success of his last release Por Thozhil, co-starring Ashok Selvan. The film, which has done wonders at the box office, is set to release on SonyLIV on Friday.
09 Aug 2023
TV News'MasterChef India' S08 auditions begin on August 13; details inside
MasterChef is one of the most-watched cooking reality shows in the world. The Indian version of the show has gained popularity over the years and now SonyLIV is back with another season of MasterChef India.
09 Aug 2023
OTT releases#TheJengaburuCurse review: It's greed versus survival in this intriguing tale
National Award-winning filmmaker Nila Madhab Panda, best known for his works such as I Am Kalam, has returned to screens with a show that's intriguing till the very end.
08 Aug 2023
OTT releases'Aayirathonnu Nunakal' set for OTT release; trailer out
Malayalam movies are known for their stellar content and with the advent of OTT, many of these great works are reaching out to viewers across the country. The upcoming film Aayirathonnu Nunakal is set to release on August 18. The movie will directly release on OTT on SonyLIV.
04 Aug 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: 'The Jengaburu Curse's Faria speaks about her Hindi debut
Actor Faria, who predominantly works in Tamil and Telugu industries, is set to make her Hindi debut with The Jengaburu Curse (TJC). Slated for an OTT release on August 9 on SonyLIV, it also features Nassar.
04 Aug 2023
Movie Review'Fatafati' review: A grounded film on body shaming and fashion
When Satram Ramani's Double XL, addressing body shaming was released last year, it failed to make an impact. But Aritra Mukherjee's Bengali film Fatafati which also talks about fat-shaming, is sensitive and moving, among many other things.
14 Jul 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: Nostalgic Gagan Arora talks about 'College Romance' gang
Best known for College Romance, actor Gagan Arora rose to fame when he bagged Filmfare OTT Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for Tabbar.
14 Jul 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'College Romance' was like film school, says Shreya Mehta
Actor Shreya Mehta is excited as the fourth and final season of College Romance dropped on SonyLIV on Friday.
08 Jul 2023
Aishwarya RajeshMust-watch titles of South Indian actor Aishwarya Rajesh
South Indian actor Aishwarya Rajesh, who predominantly works in Tamil cinema, has captivated audiences through her powerful performances over the years.
30 Jun 2023
OTT releases#Trending: Twitter discusses the best shows of 2023; what's yours
Nothing beats the thrill of clicking on "next episode" while watching a binge-worthy series, and thanks to OTT platforms, there is no dearth of options.
29 Jun 2023
OTT releasesChanchal Chowdhury's 'Hawa' OTT release date out
Chanchal Chowdhury starrer Hawa took the world by storm in 2022. The breakthrough Bangladeshi film became a huge hit in the Indian subcontinent with houseful screenings in Kolkata.
20 Jun 2023
OTT releasesAll about SonyLIV's upcoming shows 'Kafas' and 'Scam 2003'
SonyLIV turned three years old recently. The OTT platform has a number of original shows and movies coming up. Among these are the much-awaited web shows Kafas and Scam 2003: The Telgi Story, which are expected to drop in the coming months.
14 Jun 2023
OTT releasesOTT: 'Living on the Edge' is streaming now
Edge, the rated-R superstar of World Wrestling Entertainment is back!
30 May 2023
OTT releasesTovino Thomas's '2018' gets OTT release; read details
This year's biggest Malayalam blockbuster 2018, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead, is shattering records at the box office. Mapping the success and the reception of the film, it was re-released in multiple languages including Hindi on May 26.
25 May 2023
Sony TVEverything about Nakuul-Disha's #BadeAchheLagteHain3 premiering today
Ektaa Kapoor's Bade Achhe Lagte Hain is one of the most famous TV soaps in India and the show is returning for its third season. Fans are eagerly waiting as it marks the return of Nakuul Mehta and Disha Parmar as the protagonists Ram and Priya respectively.
12 May 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Robert Ostlund's 'Triangle of Sadness' is streaming now
Ruben Ostlund is one of the most adept directors on the global stage and his recent directorial Triangle of Sadness was well received at the film festival circuit. The satirical black comedy is now streaming on the OTT platform SonyLIV.
22 Apr 2023
OTT releases'Garmi,' 'Tooth Pari,' Indian Matchmaking': OTT weekend watchlist
Another weekend, another watchlist!
21 Apr 2023
Movie Review'Garmi' review: Another run-of-the-mill student politics story
Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia's last few offerings in the OTT world have one flavor in common - politics. Whether it was Tandav or The Great Indian Murder, his recent web shows have revolved around politics. Similar is the case with Garmi, which was released on Friday on SonyLIV.
18 Apr 2023
Malayalam Movies'Jai Mahendran': Everything about SonyLIV's first-ever Malayalam original show
After introducing originals in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages, SonyLIV is now looking to tap into the rich cultural heritage of Malayalam cinema with its first-ever original show in the language.
14 Apr 2023
OTT releases'Mrs. Undercover,' 'Rennervations': 6 OTT titles to watch this weekend
It is that time of the week again when we present you with a list of titles that are up for release on various OTT platforms. From regional content to Hollywood releases, a lot of web series/shows and movies are ready to mark their debut on streaming platforms.
31 Mar 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Tigmanshu Dhulia's 'Garmi' teaser out
Tigmanshu Dhulia is known for making gut-wrenching power-packed dramas. The Milan Talkies director is back with another gripping web series titled Garmi. The series will premiere on the OTT platform SonyLIV.
24 Mar 2023
Movie Review'Purusha Pretham' review: Predictable dark comedy thriller sans gripping tale
Aavasavyuham director Krishand has returned to entertain the audience with a new film, Purusha Pretham. This time, he has picked a dark comedy genre mixed with a thriller.
23 Mar 2023
NewsBytes Exclusive#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Great film doesn't need big stars,' says Darshana Rajendran
Malayalam actor Darshana Rajendran delivered two commercial successes in 2022 - Hridayam and Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey. One of the most bankable actors in Mollywood, Rajendran's next, Purusha Pretham will stream on SonyLIV from Friday.
21 Mar 2023
Rocket Boys#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Rocket Boys' director Abhay Pannu's next- a dystopian movie
He hit it out of orbit with Rocket Boys 2! Filmmaker Abhay Pannu's series on eminent Indian scientists—Homi J Bhabha and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai—has made him the talk of the town.
17 Mar 2023
OTT releases'Purusha Pretham': When, where to watch Malayalam film on OTT
After receiving several accolades and rave reviews for his last feature film, Aavasavyuham, Malayalam director Krishand is returning with another movie, titled Purusha Pretham.
16 Mar 2023
Rocket Boys'Rocket Boys 2' review: Perfect tribute to India's science odyssey
An intriguing story, captivating performances, stunning visuals, powerful music, and controversies that added hindrances to India's growth in science - Rocket Boys 2 is about all of these.
15 Mar 2023
Rocket Boys'Rocket Boys 2': 5 things to expect from Jim-Ishwak starrer
Director Abhay Pannu and his team are set to return with the second season of Rocket Boys, streaming on SonyLIV from Thursday onwards.
10 Mar 2023
OTT releasesMalavika Mohanan starrer 'Christy' streaming now on this OTT platform
The Malayalam romcom titled Christy starring Malavika Mohanan and Mathew Thomas is streaming now on OTT. The film can be viewed on SonyLIV. This digital release comes after a decent theatrical run.
06 Mar 2023
NewsBytes#NewsBytesExclusive: Indian OTT on par with foreign shows, says Nandaa
Tamil actor Nandaa Dorairaj is tasting success since the latest season of his psychological thriller Iru Dhuruvam 2 was released. Available for streaming on SonyLIV, the series brings back Dorairaj in the role of police officer Victor who uncovers a murder mystery while in search of his missing wife.
27 Feb 2023
OTT releasesOTT: Vishal Bhardwaj to adapt Agatha Christie novel for SonyLIV
Renowned filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj is set to delve into long-format storytelling with the SonyLIV series Charlie Chopra & The Mystery Of Solang Valley. It will be an adaption of Agatha Christie's popular novel, The Sittaford Mystery.
24 Feb 2023
OTT releases'Iru Dhuruvam 2' review: A must-watch psychological thriller
Tamil director Arun Prakash has arrived with the second season of crime psychological thriller, Iru Dhuruvam.