India made a powerful impact at the 78th Cannes Film Festival with a vibrant mix of stars, films, and cultural tributes on Day 3. Highlights included Jacqueline Fernandez’s honour at the Women in Cinema event, Nitanshi Goel’s traditional debut, and Taha Shah Badussha’s stylish appearance. Anupam Kher arrived as director with Tanvi: The Great, while Chhaya Kadam lit up the festival for the second time. This year showcased a powerful blend of seasoned icons and rising stars.
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As Mid-day hosted the third edition of the Powerful Women Awards, a gathering of remarkable achievers came together to celebrate each other's success. From Amruta Fadnavis, Chhaya Kadam, and Bhagyashree, to Shweta Tripathi, these influential women shared their perspectives on what it truly means to be powerful. Watch the video for more.
08 March,2025 06:59 PM IST
In celebration of Women’s Day, we are honoring actresses who’ve made an unforgettable impact on Indian cinema. From Sanya Malhotra's powerful role in Mrs. to Nitanshi Goel and Pratibha Ranta's heartwarming performances in Laapata Ladies, these women showcase resilience and growth. Chhaya Kadam being an absolute treat in both Madgaon Express and Laapata Ladies, playing strong, independent characters. Kani Kusruti and Preeti Panigrahi captivated audiences in Girls Will Be Girls, portraying complex mother-daughter dynamics. In All We Imagine As Light, both Kani and Chhaya delivered unforgettable performances, embodying emotional depth and strength. These actresses continue to redefine women’s roles in cinema.
06 March,2025 08:59 PM IST
At a recent women-centric award show, Bollywood divas including Taapsee Pannu, Huma Qureshi, Shefali Shah, and American-born rapper Raja Kumari graced the red carpet, celebrating female empowerment. Taapsee, known for her candidness, shared her thoughts on the overuse of biopics in cinema, acknowledging the pressure of portraying real-life figures. She also revealed her inspiration and named four women whose pictures she keeps close. Shefali Shah, famed for her role in 'Dil Dhadakne Do,' revealed her favourite role to date. Meanwhile, Raja Kumari teased her upcoming Telugu song, a collaboration with A.R. Rahman, calling it an ode to female icons everywhere.
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