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Saturday, May 4, 2024
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Topic: Movies

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.

Neena Gupta’s 21st century upgrade has Bollywood movies, cool Instagram avatar & now Netflix

Neena Gupta, whose Badhaai Ho sparked a busy return to the big screen, has acquired a loyal following on Instagram for her SachKahoonToe videos.

On Camera

Prajwal Revanna case shows why and how sexual crimes by men in politics can go unchecked for years

It would be a disservice to the women of Hassan to look at Prajwal Revanna’s alleged abuse of power as a ‘sex scandal’. Allegations against him show what ‘absolute power corrupts absolutely’ actually means.

Air India reduces baggage allowance by 5-15 kg, bringing it in line with rest of industry

Air India’s new policy, effective from 2 May, introduces new weight limits for tickets in each of the different 'fare families' — Comfort, Comfort Plus, and Flex.

China builds road through Shaksgam Valley, India registers protest

New Delhi has, in past, too, objected to Chinese construction activities in Shaksgam Valley. Work in this strategic region gathered pace after the 2017 Doklam stand-off.

Frontrunner is letting the challenger define this poll campaign. Modi still hasn’t found a big theme

A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.