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‘People’s man’ of Tamil cinema Vijay Sethupathi never plays a character. He becomes them

In Sethupathi's latest film 19(1)(a), his character is silenced by a bullet. But the actor is much like the film—he speaks only through his performances.

Why Salman Khan is the most-discussed but least-studied stars of Bollywood

In 'Bombay Cinema's Islamicate Histories', Ira Bhaskar and Richard Allen outline the history and influence of Muslim cultures in Indian cinema.

Make way for Syed Falak, making waves in the business and entertainment world

He has proved his mettle as a notable serial entrepreneur, producer, actor, and now even a singer.

What is aphasia, disorder that forced action star Bruce Willis to retire

The communication disorder is caused by damage to areas of the brain that process language, making it difficult to speak, write, and understand words correctly.

I.S. Johar — the fun-loving, unconventional actor who became India’s first BAFTA nominee

Johar might be remembered for his comical roles, but he was also an astute political satirist who spared none – Gandhi family or Zia ul-Haq.

Gerson Da Cunha told me theatre is a great education. I understand it now: Tara Deshpande

Gerson Da Cunha may have hailed from the golden era of advertising. But many will credit him for introducing the talents of Shyam Benegal and Alyque Padamsee to India.

There was a premonition surrounding Sanjeev Kumar’s death. His friends and family knew

'An Actor’s Actor' by Hanif Zaveri and Sumant Batra provides a glimpse of Sanjeev Kumar's personal and professional life from his birth to death.

Bigg Boss 13 winner, actor Sidharth Shukla dies of heart attack at 40

Shukla had starred in several television shows but became a household name with 'Balika Vadhu'. He had made his Bollywood debut in 2014 with 'Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania'.

Meet model-actor Manmeet Singh Gogna, a young star making his mark in the entertainment world

The Past actor is working on a big project that will be releasing soon. Manmeet combines talent and hard work with good looks and charisma.

How Rana Lincoln Das, a neuro-linguist, became an actor, model

Neuro-linguist Rana Lincoln Das's celebrity clients brought him acting and modelling assignments.

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Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?