Otts

Abhishek Chaubey: ‘Directors should directly control film budgets & keep a lawyer handy’

Cinévesture International Film Festival 2025, Chandigarh: Filmmaker Abhishek Chaubey on why he turned producer, challenges of making biopics, on fighting legal cases for each of his films, and navigating streamers.

Chaar Phool Hain Aur Duniya Hai review: Achal Mishra films Vinod Kumar Shukla & Manav Kaul in a cosy chat

In his balmy documentary on the pathbreaking Hindi poet-writer Vinod Kumar Shukla, that is streaming on MUBI, independent filmmaker Achal Mishra has frozen, for posterity, the cultural fragrance and the in-between moments in the flowering of an intellectual life on film.

'Heeramandi' songs 'Sakal Ban', 'Nazariya ki Maari' and others tops global musical charts

These songs from Sanjay Leela Bhansali-directed 'Heeramandi', a most watched web-series on Netflix in recent times, are more than just melodies; they are a journey through time, encapsulating emotions of nostalgia, passion, and spirituality.

Cannes 2024 Exclusive: 'The Shameless' actor Tanmay Dhanania on his Un Certain Regard film, independent cinema and Bollywood hegemony

'Scoop' actor Tanmay Dhanania, for whom Bulgarian director Konstantin Bojanov's Un Certain Regard-premiered neo-noir ‘The Shameless’ was his first ticket to Cannes Film Festival, talks about Indian indies and Hindi film industry’s systemic problem.

9 short K-dramas perfect for binge-watching in a day

From heartwarming romances to gripping thrillers, these nine best Korean dramas offer captivating storylines and memorable characters that will keep you entertained from start to finish.

Entertainment roundup: Sara Ali Khan double bill; Oscars films on OTTs; Murder Mubarak song; Amitabh Bachchan's surgery fake news

The month of March saw a whirl of celebrity news from the world of Bollywood and beyond.

This LSD 2: Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 actor’s indie film ‘It’s All in Your Head’ is an intimate portrayal of small-town youth

If Dibakar Banerjee introduced Miss Trans Queen India 2019 Bonita Rajpurohit among the fresh faces in his just-released 'LSD 2', Dhruv Solanki's debut independent feature 'It's All in Your Head', streaming on Gudsho, zooms in on a day in the life of Bonita and her cousins who are Americanised young people in small-town Vadodara.

Harry Potter TV Series: All you need to know about HBO Max's grand venture slated for 2026 release

A new Harry Potter television series is set to debut in 2026 on HBO Max. One of the most exciting aspects of the Harry Potter series is the opportunity to explore previously uncharted corners of the wizarding world.

IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians' ex-captain Rohit Sharma on how his wife Ritika Sajdeh is his support system: She keeps her fingers crossed in my all matches, it matters to me a lot

In the recent episode on 'The Great Indian Kapil Show', cricketer and former India skipper Rohit Sharma spoke about Ritika Sajdeh, who's both his wife and manager, and gives a unique perspective on the game, and is crucial for Rohit's career by his own admission.

Lootere actor Rajat Kapoor: ‘I am a very submissive actor; I don’t go against my directors’

The filmmaker and actor on working with first-time director Jai Mehta on the new pirate drama series on Disney + Hotstar; the show is helmed by showrunner Hansal Mehta.

Disney+Hotstar’s Lootere Review: Absorbing Thriller Marries Impressive Scale with Ambitious Storytelling

Lootere is sprawling but cogent, obsessively detailed and beguilingly shot on a scale rarely visible on Indian streaming.

Telugu film 'Mix Up' review: A Messy Narrative That Leaves You Longing For More

The characters' motivations remain shallow, lacking depth or justification for their actions.

Creator and director Nitya Mehra says Big Girls Don’t Cry is about identity

The young adult show set in an all-girl’s boarding school is streaming on Amazon Prime Video now.

I&B Ministry blocks 18 OTT platforms: No obscene content on OTT

As part of this crackdown, 19 websites, 10 apps (7 on Google Play Store, 3 on Apple App Store), and 57 associated social media accounts have been blocked for public access in India.

I&B minister Anurag Thakur launches 'Swaraj' series on OTT platform

He said the series will help the national and international audience understand the spirit of the country's 500-year-long relentless struggle to gain independence from colonial rulers.

What to watch on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, and Amazon Prime this week

From book-to-screen adaptations, documentaries, web-series and films, here's what releasing this week, earmark them for this weekend.

After Gadar 2 high, Sunny Deol is all set for his OTT debut and a slate of big banner films

Sunny Deol may not be cut out for politics but the Gadar 2 success has shown he is all geared for a second coming in Hindi films and a digital debut.

Emraan Hashmi on Showtime: ‘I play a quintessential Bollywood producer who's a bit of a brat’

Actor Emraan Hashmi on his new web-series Showtime, his 20-year-long career in Hindi film industry and his current slate of films.

Women's Day 2024: Aarya to Masaba Masaba, 5 OTT shows that celebrate female protagonists

On International Women's Day, March 8, watch these dynamic female protagonists who inspire us with their strength, resilience, and unwavering determination, in life and on their OTT shows.

Friday OTT releases: What to watch on Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, HoiChoi, Zee 5

From Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif's unusual pairing in Sriram Raghavan's Merry Christmas to HanuMan and Lal Salaam, what to watch on OTT platforms this weekend.

Entertainment roundup: Beyoncé’s new tracks; Rakul Preet-Jackky Bhagnani wedding; Sridevi's 6th death anniversary and What to Watch on OTTs

The month of February saw a whirl of celebrity news, from Bollywood weddings, behind-the-scenes shoots to new launches and celebrities getting angry. Stay tuned for more roundups from the world of the shimmer and glimmer entertainment.