Renowned tabla master Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 16 at the age of 73 after battling serious health issues. He died in a hospital in San Francisco due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain, the son of legendary tabla player Ustad Allarakha, was considered one of the greatest tabla players of his time. His exceptional talent and mastery over the instrument made him famous worldwide. He collaborated with musicians from various genres and was admired for his creativity and precision. Hussain’s passing leaves a huge void in the world of music, but his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire music lovers around the world for generations to come.
16 December,2024 12:32 PM IST
The grand premiere of the much-anticipated musical 'Life of Pi' took place at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) in Mumbai. The event saw a stellar turnout of Bollywood celebrities, including Ayushmann Khurrana, Aditi Rao Hydari, Manushi Chillar, Alaya F, Anshula Kapoor, Shriya Pilgoankar with her father Sachin Pilgoankar, Wardha Khan Nadiawala, Shefali Shah, Sonali Bendre, Makrand Deshpande, fashion designer Anaita Shroff Adjania, and Mandira Bedi. The glamorous evening was orchestrated by Nita Ambani who is the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation.
06 December,2024 08:15 PM IST
Parth Samthaan & Niti Taylor, who were last seen together in 'Kaisi Yeh Yaariaan 5,' opened up about the challenges they faced while shooting their song 'Mahiyaa.' They also talked about why they chose this song to collaborate with TIPS and each other and shared their gratitude towards fans for the immense love and support shown for the music video. The duo urged their fans to continue promoting the video to make it a big success.
03 December,2024 04:42 PM IST
The upcoming film 'Sangeet Manapman,' inspired by the timeless Marathi musical play, promises a unique cinematic experience blending cultural richness with contemporary storytelling. The much-awaited first track, 'Vandan Ho,' features Shankar Mahadevan, Mahesh Kale, and Rahul Deshpande, marking their first collaboration on a film. The music launch was attended by many prominent figures in Marathi cinema and the renowned musical trio Shankar-Eshaan-Loy. The film's soundtrack includes 14 tracks sung by 18 renowned vocalists, including seven National Award winners. Directed by Subodh Bhave, Sangeet Manapman stars Bhave, Sumit Raghavan, Vaidehi Parshurami, and others. The film is set to release on January 10, 2025.
29 November,2024 08:44 PM IST
Diljit Dosanjh's 'Dil-Luminati Tour' in Hyderabad on November 15 sparked controversy after the Telangana government issued a notice asking the concert organisers to avoid songs promoting alcohol, drugs, or violence. In response, Diljit addressed the issue at a subsequent concert in Ahmedabad, advocating for a nationwide "dry" movement and stating he would stop singing alcohol-related songs if all states banned alcohol. He also clarified that he doesn't promote alcohol or consume it himself, distancing himself from certain Bollywood stars known for alcohol-related content. The video of Diljit Dosanjh's response to the Telangana government's notice has gone viral, sparking widespread debate online.
18 November,2024 07:52 PM IST
At the song launch of his new track "Morni," rapper Badshah opened up about the fears and excitement he experiences with every release. He admitted to battling self-doubt, often wondering whether his songs would connect with listeners. His new soundtrack 'Morni' is a fresh take on the classic 'Morni Baga Ma Bole' from the 1991 film 'Lamhe,' a movie that Badshah revealed is his favourite and one that resonates deeply with his Rajasthani roots. Watch the video for more.
15 November,2024 06:34 PM IST
The J&K Assembly saw a high-voltage drama during the first session. A massive scuffle broke out after brother of Engineer Rashid Brother was attacked by BJP Member showing a banner on Article 370.
07 November,2024 11:42 AM IST
Singer Tulsi Kumar has dropped a new single 'Dil Kuch Hor Ni Mangda' where she has collaborated with rapper Ikka. The song is supper peppy and we see Tulsi dancing full-on for the first time. The singer spoke to Mid-day exclusively about the shoot process, changing 9 outfits and also getting injured. Mother to a seven-year-old, Tulsi is balancing parenthood and career like a pro. More insights into her life in the video. Watch now!
06 November,2024 07:32 PM IST | Mumbai
With just two days left until the release of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, excitement is rising. Now, the makers are back with another track, Hukkush Phukkush, introducing a new energy to the film as Rooh Baba and a "bacha party" set the stage on fire in this fun, peppy number. The fun, unique track was launched at a special event by singer Sonu Nigam and lead actor Kartik Aaryan. The film that also stars Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri will be released in theatres on November 1.
31 October,2024 06:51 PM IST
Kashika Kapoor made her Bollywood debut with 'Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass', a film centered around girl education. The actress believes that 'content' is missing from projects nowadays and for her, making an impact on the audience is a priority. In a conversation with mid-day.com, Kashika also spoke about saying no to Shashank Khaitan's 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari', starring Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Sanya Malhotra. She also opened up about facing rejection as an outsider in the industry. Watch the full video to learn more. #kashikakapoor
18 October,2024 07:00 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
