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15 Apr 2024
Bengali CinemaExclusive: Srijit Mukherji locks Sanai's songs for upcoming project
Srijit Mukherji is one of the most commercially and critically acclaimed directors in Bengali cinema. His recently released romantic comedy Oti Uttam has emerged as a money spinner at the box office and the film's music has been super hit.
17 Mar 2024
Bastar'Would have fought CBFC': Sudipto Sen on censoring JNU's mention
Filmmaker Sudipto Sen shot to fame with 2023's The Kerala Story.
15 Mar 2024
Netflix'Television audience is bored of Saas-Bahu drama': Sanjay Nath
Even before Netflix arrived in India, Sanjay Nath had already begun working in the web space with international makers. He decided to quit television and expand his horizons. He then worked with the Matrix trilogy makers - The Wachowskis.
10 Mar 2024
Bollywood'Music has more money than TV shows': Ali Merchant
Actor-disc jockey (DJ) Ali Merchant is a multifaceted star. Starting his career as an actor with Ssshhhh... Phir Koi Hai, Merchant bagged his first leading role in Amber Dhara (2007-2008). Much later, he ventured into music, becoming a renowned DJ.
05 Mar 2024
Armaan MalikIndian music will become next global sensation, says Armaan Malik
Indian music took center stage on the global front last year when RRR won an Academy Award in the Best Original Song category for Naatu Naatu.
04 Mar 2024
Bengali CinemaExclusive: 'Oti Uttam's 'Bondhu Bhabi' marks tribute to Uttam Kumar
National Award-winning filmmaker Srijit Mukherji is gearing up for the upcoming romantic comedy Oti Uttam. The VFX-heavy film marks Uttam Kumar's "return" to celluloid after 42 years.
03 Mar 2024
Gully Boy'Gully Boy' brought rap into India's mainstream music: Rapper Dino
Indian rapper-composer Dino James is presently busy touring the country for Royal Stag Boombox, an event that brings hip-hop and Bollywood music together.
01 Mar 2024
Satish Kaushik'Kaagaz 2' writer Ankur Suman remembers Satish Kaushik's fond memories
Satish Kaushik's death left a void in everyone's heart. Almost a year after his passing away, his film Kaagaz 2, is set for its theatrical release on Friday.
29 Feb 2024
BollywoodExclusive: Jyotica Tangri was offered 'Taskari' post-Ustad Rashid Khan's death
She started as a singing reality television show contestant before beginning her career as a Bollywood playback singer. Meet Jyotica Tangri, the singer who is best known for voicing Oh Meri Laila with Atif Aslam and has sung over 100 songs.
28 Feb 2024
Bengali CinemaExclusive: Shreya Ghoshal-Saptak Sanai Das collaborate for 'Tahader Kotha'
Music is an essential part of Indian cinema. Over the years, the world has witnessed several Indian talents but only a few stood out with their range and talent. Shreya Ghoshal has been one such pillar of Indian music for more than two decades.
27 Feb 2024
Bengali CinemaExclusive: Saptak Sanai Das discusses 'Oti Uttam,' Shreya Ghoshal, more
Music director Saptak Sanai Das is one of the most promising talents in Bengali cinema who catapulted to success with the sci-fi romantic musical X=Prem.
26 Feb 2024
Bengali CinemaExclusive: 'Oti Uttam's 'Monkharaper Gaan' release date is here
Mahanayak Uttam Kumar is making a comeback on celluloid after nearly four decades with Srijit Mukherji's upcoming romantic comedy Oti Uttam. The movie offers a fresh concept and Bengali cinephiles are already charged up for the film's release on March 22.
25 Feb 2024
National School of DramaExclusive: NSD alum Durgesh Kumar talks about 'Bhakshak,' 'Laapataa Ladies'
You best know him for his role as the cantankerous Bhushan from Panchayat, but did you know actor-thespian Durgesh Kumar has been active in showbiz for a decade?
13 Feb 2024
OTT releasesExclusive: Ashmit Patel talks about comeback series 'State v/s Ahuja'
Murder actor Ashmit Patel is here with his first OTT show of 2024, State v/s Ahuja.
09 Feb 2024
TV NewsExclusive: Romanch Mehta reveals why he took up 'Baghin' role
The latest supernatural television show on the block is Baghin.
16 Jan 2024
Bollywood FilmsNewsBytes Exclusive: Ajay Devgn's 'Raid 2' ready for Lucknow schedule
In the era of franchises and cinematic universes, superstar Ajay Devgn is set to revamp his successful Raid franchise for a second installment, titled Raid 2. The movie will be helmed by Raj Kumar Gupta.
13 Jan 2024
Pankaj TripathiJaya Ahsan on 'Kadak Singh' intimate scene with Pankaj Tripathi
Bangladeshi actor Jaya Ahsan is not new to Indian films.
06 Jan 2024
BollywoodExclusive: 'Pink' director to make film on Bangladesh Liberation War
Indian filmmaker Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury is currently enjoying the praise he has been receiving for his last release, Kadak Singh.
02 Jan 2024
PinkNewsBytes Exclusive: 'Pink' happened out of anger,' says director Aniruddha
Critically acclaimed filmmaker Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury is known for his cinematic masterpieces in Bengali and Hindi film industries.
02 Jan 2024
Bengali CinemaNewsBytes Exclusive: Who will star alongside Dev in 'Khadaan'
Bengali cinema witnessed a lucrative 2023 in terms of content and commercially viable movies.
28 Dec 2023
SonyLIVNewsBytes Exclusive: 'Cubicles' S03 cast on being relevant in industry
The Viral Fever (TVF) is returning with Cubicles S03, a comedy-drama centered around the corporate world and the lives of employees.
27 Dec 2023
Salman KhanExclusive: Salman's cousin Matin recalls actor's childhood days in Indore
Salman Khan is celebrating his 58th birthday on Wednesday.
26 Dec 2023
Mohammed Shami#NewsBytesExclusive: Meet martial artist world-record holder Chinmay Sharma
Chinmay Sharma is a martial artist from Delhi who has made India proud at the highest level.
23 Dec 2023
DunkiExclusive: 'Dunki' actor Komal Sachdeva thought her casting was prank
It is every actor's dream to work in a film led by a superstar like Shah Rukh Khan and helmed by a critically acclaimed filmmaker like Rajkumar Hirani.
21 Dec 2023
SalaarExclusive: Makers 'heavily considering' not screening 'Salaar' on national chains
Prabhas-led Salaar is set for its theatrical release on Friday, clashing against Shah Rukh Khan's Dunki.
11 Dec 2023
Animal'Response is surreal!': Threeory band behind 'Roja' medley in 'Animal'
Music stirs your soul, transports you to a different world, and warms your heart's cockles in ways you deem impossible.
09 Dec 2023
EntertainmentExclusive: When 'MasterChef' winner Mohammed Ashiq decided not to audition
The eighth season of MasterChef India concluded on Friday, with Mohammed Ashiq emerging as the winner.
05 Dec 2023
DharmendraExclusive: Dharmendra shoots for Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis' sans Agastya Nanda
Critically acclaimed filmmaker Sriram Raghavan has begun working on his next feature film titled Ikkis.
05 Dec 2023
Bengali CinemaNewsBytes Exclusive: Srijit Mukherji-Dev's project is titled 'Tekka'
Ever since superstar Dev announced his collaboration with National Award-winning director Srijit Mukherji, Bengali cinema lovers have been eagerly waiting for details about the film.
26 Nov 2023
SonyLIVBritish chef's words helped Prachi to not quit 'MasterChef' challenge
Prachi Agarkar has had a roller coaster ride on her MasterChef India journey. The now-eliminated Mumbai contestant has presented some of the most zhanzhanit (Marathi for spicy) recipes.
25 Nov 2023
SonyLIVNewsBytes Exclusive: 'MasterChef India's Nidhi Sharma on innovating Himachali cuisine
On at least two occasions, the judges of MasterChef India's eighth season returned an empty plate after tasting the dishes.
12 Nov 2023
Sony LIV#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
Sony LIV#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.
01 Nov 2023
Hansal Mehta#NewsBytesExclusive: Just building six-pack body isn't acting, says Mukesh Tiwari
Mukesh Tiwari created a mark with his debut performance as Jageera in China Gate. He then gained further recognition as Baccha Yadav and Vasooli Bhai in Gangajal and Golmaal, respectively.
31 Oct 2023
Bollywood#NewsBytesExclusive: Gulshan Devaiah on delivering three back-to-back successes in 2023
One actor who is ruling the OTT space in 2023 is Gulshan Devaiah. First, he tasted success with Dahaad in May as Inspector Devi Lal. He then followed it up with Guns & Gulaabs in August as Chaar Cut Atmaram, and now Duranga 2 as Abhishek.
26 Oct 2023
Sony LIV#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.
17 Oct 2023
FC Goa#NewsBytesExclusive: FC Goa's Raynier Fernandes aims for top spot (ISL)
Indian football has seen the emergence of many talented midfielders in the last decade or so but there a very few who have bossed it in different roles in midfield like Raynier Fernandes.
13 Oct 2023
Entertainment#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Maseeha Doctor' highlights spirituality's importance, says writer Piyali Kar
After working in the Hindi television industry for six years, creative producer Piyali Kar moved to Himachal Pradesh in 2019.
12 Oct 2023
Bollywood Films#NewsBytesExclusive: Rohan Mehra on why nepotism doesn't apply to him
Many would know him as late actor Vinod Mehra's son, but Rohan Vinod Mehra has crafted a space of his own in the industry because of his acting chops.
11 Oct 2023
SonyLIV#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Constantly on move,' says Paula on 'Shantit Kranti's filming
Born in Canada, she is now making a name for herself in the Indian film industry.
11 Oct 2023
SonyLIV#NewsBytesExclusive: Sarang Sathaye on what ails Marathi cinema
Marathi cinema is known for its rich content. Yet, when it comes to its popularity, it still seems to be lagging behind other regional languages, particularly Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada industries.
10 Oct 2023
SonyLIV#NewsBytesExclusive: Priyadarshini Indalkar 'didn't expect' her 'Farzi' role
Marathi actor Priyadarshini Indalkar is best known for roles in Phulrani and Maharashtrachi Hasya Jatra. But did you know she was also seen in Shahid Kapoor and Vijay Sethupathi starrer Farzi, which was released on Amazon Prime Video earlier this year?
10 Oct 2023
The Viral Fever#NewsBytesExclusive: Abhay Mahajan dishes about 'Pitchers 3,' 'Shantit Kranti 2'
Remember Abhay Mahajan aka Saurabh Mandal from TVF Pitchers? He's now gearing up for SonyLIV's Marathi web series Shantit Kranti's second season. Essaying Shreyas's character, Season 2 revolves around a bachelor's trip turned into a spiritual one.
08 Oct 2023
Pearl V Puri#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Starved for days,' Pearl V Puri on his struggle
After tasting success in the Hindi television industry, actor Pearl V Puri is now set to enter the film industry with Yaariyan 2.
07 Oct 2023
T-Series#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Different genres,' says Divya on 'Yaariyan 2,' 'Ganapath' clash
Divya Khosla Kumar made her directorial debut with Yaariyan in 2014, and now, after almost a decade, she is returning to the franchise as one of its sequel's lead actors.
07 Oct 2023
Sanjay Leela Bhansali#NewsBytesExclusive: Not 'Malaal,' Meezaan Jafri's screen debut was 'Boogie Woogie'
Meezaan Jafri made his acting debut with 2019's Malaal, But did you know that he made his screen debut decades ago with Boogie Woogie?
29 Sep 2023
Social Media#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Funyaasi' creators share their joy of content creation
"Funyaasi" duo Shubham Singh and Dhruv Bisht are hands down one of the most entertaining content creator duos we have today.
21 Sep 2023
Kritika Kamra#NewsBytesExclusive: 'Made for greater purpose,' says Kritika Kamra on 'Bheed'
Kritika Kamra has been winning hearts as gangster Habiba Kadri in Amazon Prime Video's Bambai Meri Jaan.
20 Sep 2023
Vishal Bhardwaj#NewsBytesExclusive: Most comfortable on Vishal Bhardwaj's sets, says Wamiqa Gabbi
Wamiqa Gabbi is all set to play a detective in Charlie Chopra & The Mystery of Solang Valley. She began preparing for the role in November 2022 end, months before it went on floors in February.
17 Sep 2023
Vishal Bhardwaj#NewsBytesExclusive: Priyanshu Painyuli wasn't insecure over 'Charlie Chopra's ensemble cast
Priyanshu Painyuli most famously starred as an antagonist in Chris Hemsworth starrer Extraction.
