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Film critic - Searching for form and substance in the surreal world of celluloid makebelieve
This movie may seem refreshingly different but it doesn’t make much narrative sense. Its a comedy that fails to draw laughs, a hyper-actioner that spikes up the adrenaline intermittently and a dystopian saga that feels like it originated in a video game... [Read More]
20 December,2024 01:34 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasJenkins tries hard to generate warmth and tactility in his narration using close-ups, low-level pans and sweeping views but the clunky narrative is a tough one to overcome... [Read More]
20 December,2024 01:26 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasChilean director Pablo Larrain completes his trilogy of films about celebrated women beginning with ‘Jackie’, ‘Spencer’ and now ‘Maria’ based on Greek opera legend Maria Callas... [Read More]
14 December,2024 04:29 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasHeretic directed by Scott Becka and Bryan Woods moves from diabolical intelligent horror to serial killer thriller conventions for its plot and rising suspense... [Read More]
13 December,2024 08:18 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasSet nearly 200 years before Bilbo Baggins touched the ring, this is the first major film to take place in Middle-earth in a decade, and is an anime based on appendices written by J. R. R. Tolkien... [Read More]
13 December,2024 07:53 PM IST | Mumbai | Johnson ThomasThe SIIMA 2024 was held over the weekend at the grand Dubai World Trade Centre. The Awards celebrates excellence in South Cinema. On September 14, winners from Telugu and Kannada film industry were honoured while on September 15, Tamil and Malayalam artists were awarded. The awards also gave use plenty candid moments of our favourite celebrities. Take a look (All Pics/SIIMA)... [Read More]
16 September,2024 01:40 PM ISTFifty-five per cent of the people killed in Tiger attacks in the last five years in India are from Maharashtra, according to official data. All Pics/AI Generated... [Read More]
22 December,2023 07:20 PM ISTA massive fire at a pharma company in Mahad area of Raigad district in Maharashtra, some 170 kilometres from Mumbai, have led to the death of eight people. Following the incident, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) officials rushed to the spot to conduct a rescue and relief opeartion, the officials said. Pics/PTI and NDRF... [Read More]
05 November,2023 12:49 PM ISTSIIMA Awards 2023: The best of South Cinema was honoured and celebrated in Dubai on September 15 and 16. Here`s looking at some star-studded pictures from the event (All Photos/SIIMA and Yogen Shah)... [Read More]
17 September,2023 02:22 PM ISTOnam 2023: From Indrans` #Home in 2021 to Aravind Swamy`s Ottu in 2022 and Dulquer Salmaan`s King Of Kotha this year, Mollywood has left no stone unturned in entertaining the audience with a diverse range of releases on the festival. Over the years, avid movie watchers have flocked to theatres and subscribed to OTT platforms to watch their favourite actors shine. Ahead of Onam 2023, let`s take a look at the biggest and most popular festive releases... [Read More]
28 August,2023 09:10 AM ISTFather`s Day is round the corner. Most superstars from the south film industry are also doting fathers and often share pictures with their little ones on social media. Here`s looking at some of the fathers from South film industry who have also made a mark as actors (All Photos/Instagram)... [Read More]
17 June,2023 02:09 PM ISTAnushka and Sakshi have known each other way before they became public figures. Time and again their old pictures together surface on social media; Cha Eunwoo returned to Instagram to pay tribute to his Astro bandmate Moonbin, with their old photos and videos. Scroll down to read further.... [Read More]
30 May,2023 08:08 PM ISTLike the name of their film, Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan re taking a Zara Hatke approach to promote their film. Titled `Zara Hatke Zara Bachke`, it is the first time that the two will be seen sharing screen. In the film, they play a married couple from a middle class family who seek divorce. Over the weekend, the duo visited Rajasthan to promote their film (All Photos/Vicky and Sara`s Instagram)... [Read More]
22 May,2023 11:12 AM ISTKathmandu, Nepal, has been severely affected by recent heavy rains, leading to devastating floods and landslides that have claimed at least 170 lives in just 24 hours. Additionally, 68 people are reported missing, and around 100 have sustained injuries due to the Nepal flood horror. The relentless downpour, driven by moisture from the Bay of Bengal, has left many residential areas submerged, disrupting daily life and forcing locals to navigate knee-deep waters. In response to the crisis, the government has mobilized over 20,000 security personnel, including the Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Police, to conduct search and rescue operations across the valley. The region, already vulnerable to seasonal monsoon effects, is grappling with swollen rivers that have overflowed onto roads and bridges, exacerbating the situation. Communities are now rallying together as they face the aftermath of this natural disaster, seeking assistance and support in the recovery efforts. Watch video for more. ... [Read More]
30 September,2024 10:18 AM ISTTovino Thomas is gearing up for his 50th release. Titled ARM (Ajayante Randam Moshanam), the actor will be seen playing a triple role in this period drama that narrates the story of three generations. Ahead of the Onam release, Tovino Thomas and lead actress Krithi Shetty speak to mid-day.com about the passion with which the film was made. With a modest budget and big dreams, the team of ARM have put forth their best effort to present an intriguing story. ARM will be released in theatres on September 12 in 3D in six languages- Malayalam, Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. ... [Read More]
03 September,2024 09:28 PM ISTFormer US President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13. An unidentified man opened fire, injuring Trump`s right ear before being swiftly neutralized by FBI agents at the scene. The alleged shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20 years old, was identified through a video from his high school graduation in 2022 at Bethel Park High School. According to reports, Crooks was frequently bullied during his school years, often sitting alone at lunch and mocked for his attire. The FBI stated they are investigating but have not found any specific motives or mental health issues linked to Crooks. Despite the scare, Trump continued with his campaign activities, while the incident has sparked national concern and scrutiny.... [Read More]
15 July,2024 11:27 AM ISTSeveral international celebrities have been spotted at the Mumbai airport, arriving to attend the most awaited wedding of the year, Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani`s. Kim Kardashian, Jay Y. Lee, Tony Blair, and Boris Johnson have all been seen at the airport. ... [Read More]
12 July,2024 03:25 PM ISTA deadly cyclone wreaked havoc in parts of WB’s Jalpaiguri as rain and hailstorms hit area causing major damage to life and property. As many as five people have lost their lives over 100 got injured as weather’s wrath on March 31. JGMCH Medical Superintendent said that as many as 49 are admitted and over 170 patients reported in emergency department. Taking to ‘X’, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assured supporting affected families and compensation to them. She visited Jalpaiguri to take stock of the situation and also met the victims at the hospital. WB Governor CV Ananda Bose also set up an emergency cell at Raj Bhavan to deal with storm in Jalpaiguri... [Read More]
01 April,2024 11:17 AM ISTOn the occasion of Tovino Thomas`s birthday, let`s go back to listening to the actor talk about how screen timing doesn`t affect him as an actor. Tovino mentioned that he does not want to be a star and just wants to make sure that he does his job right. Tovino also added that he is not an insecure actor and he is fine to do a multi-starrer movie. Tovino believes that he is a team player and the success of the movie is his success. Watch the full video for more!... [Read More]
21 January,2024 02:32 PM ISTThe rescue teams in Uttarakhand are battling against time to evacuate 40 trapped workers at Silkyara tunnel, Uttarkashi. The rescue operation to save trapped workers at Silkyara tunnel continues for the seventh day. The construction workers have been trapped in debris for more than 170 hours due to Uttarkashi Tunnel Collapse, which has raised serious concerns about their health and well-being. Meanwhile, the Indian Army stepped into the rescue operation on Nov 18 and was given the responsibility of making a track to the top of the hill. Indian Army started the work to build a platform to start vertical drilling to reach out to trapped workers through vertical drilling. However, the drilling will start once the construction of the track is completed.... [Read More]
19 November,2023 04:21 PM ISTAishwarya Rai Bachchan gave out a powerful message on street harassment which as per her happens not only with women but also with men. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan attended the event in an all-black gown. Other than Aishwarya, Kirti Kulhari, John Abraham, Shriya Saran, Gauahar Khan, Harsh Vardhan Kapoor, Tejasswi Prakash, Aditi Rao Hydari, Shefali Shah and many more were also present at the event. Celebs like Shriya Saran and Gauahar Khan also shared their thoughts on street bullying which should be fought against by all and safety precautions must be provided to all. Watch the full video for more!... [Read More]
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