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Exclusive - Sonali Kulkarni on Dil Chahta Hai’s cult status: 'We had no idea it would become a landmark'

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Exclusive - Sonali Kulkarni on Dil Chahta Hai’s cult status: 'We had no idea it would become a landmark'

Sonali Kulkarni, who is gearing up to play a politician in The Trial Season 2, spoke about her 2001 film Dil Chahta Hai in this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol and also how she felt that the movie was always ahead of its time.

Exclusive - Anurag Kashyap on Nishaanchi: 'Aaishvary Thackeray gave me four years of his life; I didn’t even know he was a Thackeray'

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Exclusive - Anurag Kashyap on Nishaanchi: 'Aaishvary Thackeray gave me four years of his life; I didn’t even know he was a Thackeray'

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Anurag Kashyap said he has made this film with all his heart and soul. He wanted to return to the storytelling style of hit writer duo Salim and Javed.

Exclusive - Sonali Kulkarni on why she got scolded by Kajol during the shoot of 'The Trial Season 2'

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Exclusive - Sonali Kulkarni on why she got scolded by Kajol during the shoot of 'The Trial Season 2'

Actress Sonali Kulkarni, who is sharing screen space with Kajol in The Trial: Season 2, spoke about sharing screen space with one of Indian cinema’s most iconic actors. In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, she recalled her fan moments and Kajol’s intensity on set.

Who are Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers? slammed by US President Donald Trump after Jimmy Kimmel Live's suspension by ABC

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Who are Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers? slammed by US President Donald Trump after Jimmy Kimmel Live's suspension by ABC

US President Donald Trump spoke abut Jimmy Kimmel's show going off air and also said Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers should be looked at next.

Explained - How Mahavatar Narasimha made at a modest budget of Rs 40cr won audiences and  went on to collect a whopping Rs 249 cr

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Explained - How Mahavatar Narasimha made at a modest budget of Rs 40cr won audiences and went on to collect a whopping Rs 249 cr

Mahavatar Narasimha has emerged as a landmark for Indian animation, turning a modest Rs 40 crore budget into a box office phenomenon nearing Rs 249 crore. Rooted in the Vishnu Purana and told through stunning visuals, it balances myth with emotional depth, winning over families and faith-driven audiences alike.

Explained - What Do Personality Rights mean? Why celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, Karan Johar and others are fighting to protect them

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Explained - What Do Personality Rights mean? Why celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, Karan Johar and others are fighting to protect them

What do these Personality Rights exactly mean, and why are they becoming so relevant now with actors like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karan Johar and others moving court to protect them, especially with the emergence of social media, AI, and deepfakes?

Akshay Kumar turns 58: A look at his inspiring journey from Rs 5,000 pay cheque to Rs 2,500 cr empire

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Akshay Kumar turns 58: A look at his inspiring journey from Rs 5,000 pay cheque to Rs 2,500 cr empire

Bollywood’s OG Khiladi, Akshay Kumar, turns 58 today (September 9) , marking yet another milestone in a career that defines hard work, discipline, and stardom. From working in a Bangkok restaurant to becoming one of India’s most bankable actors with a net worth of over Rs 2,500 crore, his story is truly inspirational.

Exclusive - Fighter actor Rishabh Sawhney on choosing Echoes Of Valour: 'I didn't want to play only terrorists or negative characters''

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Exclusive - Fighter actor Rishabh Sawhney on choosing Echoes Of Valour: 'I didn't want to play only terrorists or negative characters''

Rishabh Sawhney, last seen playing a terrorist in Hrithik Roshan’s Fighter, is now making his mark at the Venice Film Festival with his latest release Echoes Of Valour. In this exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, the actor said he chose the role because he wanted to break away from negative roles he has done in the past.

‘Echoes of Valour’ producer Margaret Zambonini on AI in cinema: I would not like the human element to be taken out of the Arts – Exclusive

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‘Echoes of Valour’ producer Margaret Zambonini on AI in cinema: I would not like the human element to be taken out of the Arts – Exclusive

Noted producer Margaret Zambonini is bringing her first Indian collaboration Echoes of Valour to the prestigious Venice Film Festival 2025. In an exclusive conversation, Zambonini spoke about her instinct-driven journey, her bond with India, and why she believes this story transcends borders.

Exclusive - 'Salman Khan watches every episode of Bigg Boss, this is a completely unscripted show,' says Rishi Negi, COO, Endemol Shine India

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Exclusive - 'Salman Khan watches every episode of Bigg Boss, this is a completely unscripted show,' says Rishi Negi, COO, Endemol Shine India

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Endemol Shine India COO Rishi Negi said “Nobody can dictate Salman Khan.' and that the superstar not only anchors weekends with his authority but also watches episodes closely before stepping on stage.

Exclusive - 'It was because of Ajay Devgn, Madhavan's Shaitaan, that Gujarati movie Vash got recognition:' Director Krishnadev Yagnik

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Exclusive - 'It was because of Ajay Devgn, Madhavan's Shaitaan, that Gujarati movie Vash got recognition:' Director Krishnadev Yagnik

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Gujarati filmmaker Krishnadev Yagnik, director of Vash and its sequel Vash Level 2, spoke about how his Gujarati horror-thriller found nationwide recognition only after its Hindi remake Shaitaan became a hit.

Exclusive - Co-founder of Gauri Khan's Torii, Abhayraj Kohli: GK showed luxury isn't always loud

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Exclusive - Co-founder of Gauri Khan's Torii, Abhayraj Kohli: GK showed luxury isn't always loud

When Abhayraj Kohli opened Torii in Mumbai during the pandemic, he envisioned a gourmet dining experience that blended global culinary expertise with understated luxury. Gauri Khan was key to that idea. In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, he discusses Gauri's role and the definition of luxury dining.

Exclusive  - The Bengal Files director Vivek Agnihotri on repeating actors in his movie:  'I don’t work with stars, I work with...'

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Exclusive - The Bengal Files director Vivek Agnihotri on repeating actors in his movie: 'I don’t work with stars, I work with...'

In an exclusive conversation with filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri, he spoke about his upcoming movie The Bengal Files and also doubles down on his philosophy and also why he doesn't work with Stars and only likes to have 'great actors' in his movie.

Exclusive - Sana Raees Khan on defending Rupali Ganguly and protecting clients: 'No one should silently suffer character assassination'

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Exclusive - Sana Raees Khan on defending Rupali Ganguly and protecting clients: 'No one should silently suffer character assassination'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Sana Raees Khan spoke about the defamation case involving actor Rupali Ganguly and Hunar Hale’s divorce. She also shared why protecting dignity matters in celebrity cases.

SRK's Dil Se turns 27: A Mani Ratnam film that redefined romance onscreen and became a cult

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SRK's Dil Se turns 27: A Mani Ratnam film that redefined romance onscreen and became a cult

SRK and Manisha Koirala's Dil Se turns 27 today and this Mani Ratnam directorial still remains a cult masterpiece that inspires both spectators and creators.

Exclusive - Soha Ali Khan: 'Kareena and Sara are not on my show because they’re famous, they’re on it because they’re authentic'

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Exclusive - Soha Ali Khan: 'Kareena and Sara are not on my show because they’re famous, they’re on it because they’re authentic'

Soha Ali Khan spoke about her upcoming podcast 'All About Her' and chatting with the famous women in her family and more in this exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol.

Exclusive - Soha Ali Khan on Deepika Padukone's eight hour shift: 'She’s fully entitled to ask for whatever she wants'

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Exclusive - Soha Ali Khan on Deepika Padukone's eight hour shift: 'She’s fully entitled to ask for whatever she wants'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Soha Ali Khan spoke about Deepika Padukone’s much-debated demand for an eight-hour work shift. While backing Deepika’s right to set her own terms, Soha opens up about motherhood, privilege, and why most women remain “highly replaceable” in the workforce.

Mithun Chakraborty to work with Rajinikanth in Coolie 2, 'Main Prabhas ke saath Fauji kar raha hoon, Rajinikanth ke saath Jailer 2'

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Mithun Chakraborty to work with Rajinikanth in Coolie 2, 'Main Prabhas ke saath Fauji kar raha hoon, Rajinikanth ke saath Jailer 2'

Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty revealed that he is working with Rajinikanth in Jailer 2 and Prabhas in Fauji.

Exclusive: Shakun Batra on using AI in filmmaking, says 'It’s not about replacing, it's about opening something new'

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Exclusive: Shakun Batra on using AI in filmmaking, says 'It’s not about replacing, it's about opening something new'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, noted filmmaker Shakun Batra spoke about stepping into new territory with his AI-driven project 'Imagine with Shakun Batra X Google Gemini'.

Exclusive: Butterfly actor Daniel Dae Kim on making a Korean spy thriller: 'It’s about bridging two worlds'

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Exclusive: Butterfly actor Daniel Dae Kim on making a Korean spy thriller: 'It’s about bridging two worlds'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, the actor-producer of Butterfly, Daniel Dae Kim, opens up about his dual role, why the show had to be filmed in Korea, and the deeper meaning behind blending American and Korean perspectives.

Exclusive - Bhumi Pednekar, sister Samiksha enter 'male-dominated' FMCG market with Backbay: 'Wanted to create a brand that’s good for people and the planet'

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Exclusive - Bhumi Pednekar, sister Samiksha enter 'male-dominated' FMCG market with Backbay: 'Wanted to create a brand that’s good for people and the planet'

Actress Bhumi Pednekar and her sister Samiksha Pednekar are taking on the male-dominated FMCG beverage business with their eco-friendly brand Backbay. In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, the two talk about how they are combining health, sustainability, and big business goals to get eco-friendly water into every Indian home.

Exclusive - Butterfly actor Reina Hardesty says she loves Indian movies: ‘Devdas, Lagaan are my favourites’

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Exclusive - Butterfly actor Reina Hardesty says she loves Indian movies: ‘Devdas, Lagaan are my favourites’

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Butterfly actress Reina Hardesty revealed that she is a big fan of Bollywood movies and has watched Devdas and Lagaan.

Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar says AI is a powerful tool, but 'it lacks soul'  - Exclusive

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Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar says AI is a powerful tool, but 'it lacks soul' - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol recently, Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar said artificial intelligence must remain a creative tool but not the storyteller, as Indian animation finally finds its moment.

Exclusive - Butterfly actress Piper Perabo says keen to work in a Bollywood film: 'I'll tell Christopher Nolan to wait'

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Exclusive - Butterfly actress Piper Perabo says keen to work in a Bollywood film: 'I'll tell Christopher Nolan to wait'

Hollywood actress Piper Perabo, known for her roles in films like Coyote Ugly, The Prestige to name a few, will be seen playing an antagonist Juno Lund in the upcoming espionage thriller 'Butterfly'.

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