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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'.

Exclusive - Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar on film's box office triumph: 'Its opened doors for the animation industry in India'

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Exclusive - Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar on film's box office triumph: 'Its opened doors for the animation industry in India'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Mahavatar Narasimha director Ashwin Kumar spoke about the film's success and the next seven movies he is working on.

Exclusive - Sonu Sood, Kapil Sharma's fitness trainer Yogesh Bhateja says 'discipline is the key'

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Exclusive - Sonu Sood, Kapil Sharma's fitness trainer Yogesh Bhateja says 'discipline is the key'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, actors Sonu Sood, Kapil Sharma's fitness coach Yogesh Bhatja says discipline is the key to a fitter self which people lack today.

Dipika Kakar turns 40: From TV’s beloved Simar to a cancer warrior, a look at her journey so far

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Dipika Kakar turns 40: From TV’s beloved Simar to a cancer warrior, a look at her journey so far

TV actress Dipika Kakar, who is fighting stage 2 liver cancer, turns 40 today. Here's a look at her incredible journey from Television to reality shows.

Exclusive - Savan Kotecha brings his One Direction legacy to India with OutStation: 'India needs a teen pop economy'

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Exclusive - Savan Kotecha brings his One Direction legacy to India with OutStation: 'India needs a teen pop economy'

In an exclusive conversation with Moneycontrol, Grammy nominated composer Savan Kotecha, who has written for One Direction & The Weeknd, talks about shaping India’s teen pop revolution with OutStation and Outwrite.

Exclusive - The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen on CM Pinarayi Vijayan's criticism of National Award win: ‘I stand by every word of my film’

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Exclusive - The Kerala Story director Sudipto Sen on CM Pinarayi Vijayan's criticism of National Award win: ‘I stand by every word of my film’

Director Sudipto Sen, who won Best Director for The Kerala Story, found himself at the centre of controversy following criticism from Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Responding to the backlash, Sen firmly stated, “I am not a politician,” and stood by every dialogue in his film.

Exclusive - Mandala Murders' Vaani Kapoor recalls the struggle period: 'I gave myself 2 years to make it in Bollywood’

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Exclusive - Mandala Murders' Vaani Kapoor recalls the struggle period: 'I gave myself 2 years to make it in Bollywood’

Vaani Kapoor has stepped into a new phase of her career with Mandala Murders, her gripping OTT debut where she plays Rea Thomas, a trauma-stricken CBI officer. In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol the War actress speaks about breaking stereotypes, her early struggles in Mumbai, and how self-belief and hard work helped her survive.

Mrunal Thakur turns 33 - From second lead in TV to a Pan India star, look at her journey

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Mrunal Thakur turns 33 - From second lead in TV to a Pan India star, look at her journey

Actress Mrunal Thakur is celebrating her birthday today (1 August) and her career journey is an inspiring story of moving from television to Bollywood and eventually finding success in South Indian films.

Aamir Khan releases Sitaare Zameen Par on YouTube, what it means for Digital Streaming in India

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Aamir Khan releases Sitaare Zameen Par on YouTube, what it means for Digital Streaming in India

Aamir Khan's decision to release the movie on YouTube marks a big change in how Bollywood movies are released and distributed in the country.

Mandala Murders' Vaibhav Raj Gupta on being typecast after Gullak: 'Everybody was connecting me with Annu Mishra' - Exclusive

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Mandala Murders' Vaibhav Raj Gupta on being typecast after Gullak: 'Everybody was connecting me with Annu Mishra' - Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Vaibhav Raj Gupta revealed how he was typecast after his role of Annu Mishra in Gullak, says he worked hard to detach from that image in Mandala Murders.

Exclusive: PVR Inox eyes Tier-2 and regional expansion as cinema screens stagnate in India: Sanjeev Kumar Bijli

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Exclusive: PVR Inox eyes Tier-2 and regional expansion as cinema screens stagnate in India: Sanjeev Kumar Bijli

In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, Sanjeev Kumar Bijli, Executive Director of PVR INOX Ltd, spoke about the difficulties of experiencing growth in India's screen industry, the popularity of regional films, and the company's plans to expand into cities in Tier-2 and Tier-3.

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