Saturday, August 22
Resul Pookutty discusses the unexpected success of 'Pushpa', the international recognition of 'The Goat Life', the evolving dynamics of Indian cinema, and his future projects. He emphasizes the need for compelling stories in films and highlights the importance of connecting with audiences for enduring success.
Academy Award-winning editor William Goldenberg makes his directorial debut with 'Unstoppable', a sports drama featuring Jharrel Jerome and Jennifer Lopez in lead roles. The film, based on the true story of one-legged NCAA wrestling champion Anthony Robles, highlights themes of resilience and determination. Despite the personal challenges of the cast, Goldenberg emphasizes that 'professionalism' shone throughout the production.
Veteran filmmaker Uday Shankar Pani, who is known for his deep connections to Indian cinema’s golden era, spoke exclusively to ETimes, sharing his thoughts on one of the most significant figures in the history of Bollywood - Guru Dutt. Pani, who had the privilege of working with Guru Dutt’s son, Arun, and was deeply involved in the filmmaking process of the time, recounted some lesser-known stories about the legendary filmmaker.
Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal are filming 'Love and War', focusing on intense emotional scenes. The film, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, will release on March 20, 2026. Meanwhile, Vicky is preparing for 'Chhaava', and Ranbir is filming 'Ramayana', set for Diwali 2026 and 2027 releases.
Jennifer Lopez's movie 'Unstoppable,' produced by ex-husband Ben Affleck, is a biographical film about wrestler Anthony Robles, who triumphed despite having one leg. Lopez portrays his supportive mother. Originally set to premiere in Los Angeles, the event was cancelled due to a fire. The film will now stream on Prime Videos in India from January 16.
Jaideep Ahlawat, known for his role in Paatal Lok, has an eventful 2025 lined up with major projects like Paatal Lok 2, Jewel Thief with Saif Ali Khan, Ikkis with Dharmendra and Agastya Nanda, and The Family Man Season 3. He is also part of the ambitious project Rakt Bramhand: The Bloody Kingdom, featuring Aditya Roy Kapur and Ali Fazal.
Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas serves as the executive producer for 'Anuja,' a short film shortlisted for the 2025 Academy Awards. The film, directed by Adam J. Graves, follows a young girl facing a critical choice between education and supporting her family, highlighting significant global issues of child labor and education.
Actor Rohit Roy revealed the extreme measures he took to prepare for his role in 'Shootout at Lokhandwala,' including a water-only diet that made him lose 16 kilograms in 25 days. He acknowledged the physical and psychological toll it took and cautioned against following risky fitness routines seen on social media.
Manoj Bajpayee candidly discusses the challenges he faced in adjusting to fame after the success of ‘Satya’. Despite feeling alienated by his newfound stardom, mentorship from co-star Akshaye Khanna and his unwavering passion for acting helped him embrace his achievements while continuing to focus on his craft.
The LA wildfire caused chaos and forced evacuations, with several celebrities, including Nora Fatehi, sharing their experiences on social media. Fatehi described the situation as insane and expressed hope for catching her flight. Priyanka Chopra also extended her support to the victims. Celebrities like Jamie Lee Curtis and Paris Hilton lost their homes in the fire.
