Film Business

No film culture has thrived without government support. What does the Indian government’s move to shut down four premier government-run film institutions in 2022 mean for the ecosystem?

'Jersey' postponed; Christmas weekend collections from 'Spider-Man: No Way Home', 'Pushpa: The Rise' and '83' raise spirits

Around Rs100 crore more generated over the Christmas weekend, courtesy Ranveer Singh’s '83, Tom Holland’s Spider-Man: No Way Home and Allu Arjun’s Pushpa. This week, Spider-Man: No Way Home became the first Hollywood film to earn over $1 billion globally in 2021.

Kartik Aaryan makes a killing with Dhamaka, is paid Rs 20 crore for 10 days of work

The film was completed in just 10 days, with most of the shooting done at a hotel in Powai and the actor was paid Rs 20 crore, sources have said.

Business to be in the black in coming quarters: Ester Ind

Riding on the speciality polymers business growth, Arvind Singhania, chairman of Ester Industries, expects the company to do better in the months to come.

Linc pen diversifies into film business

Pen maker Linc has decided to enter the film business with the setting up of a new Production house ''Linc Entertainment'' and launching its maiden venture with a feature film ''Shakal Pe Mat Ja'' ready for lease on September 23.