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Thursday, August 14, 2025
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Topic: Movies

These are Netflix’s 10 most popular original movies

The list provides the clearest picture yet of what types of movies are most popular on Netflix, which has historically been secretive about viewership.

China’s new movies shine patriotic light on Covid-19 battle

Chinese studios are plotting out positive portrayals of doctors and govt's effort to tackle the outbreak, in an effort to counter criticism about slow initial response.

Release of ‘Tenet’, ‘Wonder Woman’ delayed amid Covid concerns, extending movie drought

Christopher Nolan's 'Tenet' was seen as the first major test of whether a blockbuster can attract audiences in a Covid-19 world.

Northeast filmmaker’s ‘Axone’ ready for Netflix with its distinctive cast, theme and aroma

Nicholas Kharkongor's 'Axone' is set in Delhi's Humanyunpur, where a large community from the northeast lives.

What to watch if coronavirus has killed your Holi plans

If you're staying in on Holi because of coronavirus, these are the 6 disease outbreak movies you could watch.

From DDLJ to Dil Chahta Hai, Bollywood has one act to thank — that one tight thappad

From gratuitous comedy to the turning point of a movie, a slap is an essential part of Bollywood’s history.

Anand Math is the anti-establishment film to watch and learn from

Starring Geeta Bali, Bharat Bhushan and Ajit, the film shows the struggle behind rebellion and poses some uncomfortable questions.

Farooq Sheikh, the Jack of all trades — theatre, TV, films and secret philanthropy

A look back into actor Farooq Sheikh's body of work through two of his leading heroines, Deepti Naval and Shabana Azmi.

Netflix experiment lets you watch movies at 1.5 times the speed

Option to watch movies at up to 1.5 times usual speed is available on Android devices but Netflix cautioned it may not become permanent feature.

Indians are watching movies to escape slowing economy, PVR CEO says

People want to escape negativity and the economic slowdown is helping the cinema business, PVR CEO Kamal Gianchandani says.

On Camera

Asim Munir wants to be guardian of the Middle East. He’s fated to fail at home

Countering insurgency needs the Pakistan Army to demonstrate a political will that ties leaders at the centre with those in the borderlands. But it may not have the imagination.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

India, US troops to undertake joint military exercise next month, first after Op Sindoor

21st edition of annual joint military exercise will be held from 1 to 16 September, aimed at sharing military tech, operational best practices & disaster relief coordination methods.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.