Global Arts Perspective

‘The Dirty Picture’ sweeps top honours at Colors Screen Awards

‘The Dirty Picture’ sweeps top honours at Colors Screen Awards

Jan 16, 2012

It was “The Dirty Picture” all the way at the 18th Colors Screen Awards 2012

Top 10 Bollywood movies of 2011

Top 10 Bollywood movies of 2011

Dec 20, 2011

Films like “No One Killed Jessica”, “Ra.One” and “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara” not only satiated the moviegoer’s appetite, but also yielded profits for the Hindi film industry.

REVIEW: ROCKSTAR

REVIEW: ROCKSTAR

Nov 23, 2011

Here is a film made on the life of a rockstar whose tryst with destiny does not touch your heart.

REVIEW: RA.ONE

REVIEW: RA.ONE

Nov 20, 2011

Here’s a movie the Hindi film industry can be proud of. “Ra.One” can be touted as the first Hindi film that blends the elegance of Hollywood with Indian sensibilities.

REVIEW: MY FRIEND PINTO

REVIEW: MY FRIEND PINTO

Oct 20, 2011

“My Friend Pinto” is a wispy, nostalgic comedy about a Goan simpleton’s one night of zany adventures in the mad, mad bustle of Mumbai during New Year’s eve.

Bollywood star waives fee for first Hollywood role

Bollywood star waives fee for first Hollywood role

Sep 12, 2011

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan says he refused any remuneration for the Hollywood movie "The Great Gatsby" as it was a 'friendly gesture' to director Baz Lahramaan.

Bollywood studio inks agreement with South Korean firm to showcase films

Bollywood studio inks agreement with South Korean firm to showcase films

Sep 11, 2011

Indian Film distributor Eros International has inked an agreement with KT Corp to showcase 50 of its film titles, including Ra. One and Endhiran (Robot) on multiple digital platforms.

REVIEW: MUMMY PUNJABI

REVIEW:  MUMMY PUNJABI

Sep 5, 2011

This is a case of a film that perhaps should not have been made. And if it had to be made, it should have been made as a TV soap. It would have turned out to be a blockbuster then.

REVIEW: BODYGUARD

REVIEW: BODYGUARD

Sep 2, 2011

For three years now, every Eid, a Salman Khan movie has become one of the rewards of the festival. Whereas last year we had “Dabangg”, which despite its simplicity had layers into it, this year we are treated to “The Bodyguard” which isn’t a patch on “Dabangg”. Despite this, it has enough to hold the attention of festive audiences.

REVIEW: BOL

REVIEW:  BOL

Sep 2, 2011

"Bol", despite its few flaws, is a minor masterpiece from Pakistan that eclipses Bollywood.

Bollywood’s Priyanka Chopra makes global music debut

Bollywood’s Priyanka Chopra makes global music debut

Aug 6, 2011

After wowing cinegoers across India and abroad with her acting skills, Bollywood Diva Priyanka Chopra is all set to make her debut as singer on the global music scene with release of her debut music album in North America.

Film promotion, an actor’s biggest test: Amitabh Bachchan

Film promotion, an actor’s biggest test: Amitabh Bachchan

Jul 27, 2011

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan feels the toughest challenge for an actor today is not dancing, not singing, not versatility, but promoting new films.

The Dancing Queens of Bollywood

The Dancing Queens of Bollywood

Jul 17, 2011

These days, NRI Indian girls learn 'Bollywood dance', a generic term that spans the entire gamut of dance in Hindi mainstream cinema. Clearly India's very own filmy dances have broken through the borders.

Disney releasing 3 Indian films in North America

Disney releasing 3 Indian films in North America

Jul 3, 2011

The Walt Disney Studios is releasing three films from India – “Do Dooni Chaar”, “Once Upon A Warrior” and “Zokkomon” – in North America July 26 simultaneously on DVD, video-on-demand, and digital download.

‘Heroine’ postponed, Priyanka Chopra not to replace Aishwarya Rai

‘Heroine’ postponed, Priyanka Chopra not to replace Aishwarya Rai

Jul 3, 2011

“We have all agreed that the best step would be to avoid shooting further, rather than proceeding with an incredibly demanding schedule over the coming months,”

Bollywood Review: READY

Bollywood Review: READY

Jun 11, 2011

'Ready' is a romantic-comedy set in Mauritius. It is a story about Prem (Salman Khan) and Sanjanna (Asin) who fall in love amidst a twisted plot of greedy uncles who want to gulp down Sanjanna's family inheritance and Prem's crazy family who always form a part of their only son's plans.

Ra.One Trailer + Akon’s first Bollywood song

Ra.One Trailer + Akon’s first Bollywood song

Jun 7, 2011

Trailer and a first listen to Akon's new song from the upcoming sci-fi action movie starring Shah Rukh Khan!

Bollywood documentary takes Cannes by storm

Bollywood documentary takes Cannes by storm

May 21, 2011

Bollywood documentary "The Greatest Love Story Ever Told" by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Shekhar Kapoor has taken Cannes by storm. Even before its screening in the French town, the documentary has already been invited to four other international film festivals.

Bollywood’s Amitabh “Big B” Bachchan is back in action with ‘Bbuddah’ (TRAILER)

Bollywood’s Amitabh “Big B” Bachchan is back in action with ‘Bbuddah’ (TRAILER)

May 20, 2011

New trailer for the Bollywood legend's return to action!!

REVIEW: DUM MAARO DUM

REVIEW: DUM MAARO DUM

May 7, 2011

A review of Bollywood director Rohan Sippy's return, starring Abhishek Bachchan, produced by Danny Glover's Louverture Films LLC!

Bollywood weighs in on Osama’s death

Bollywood weighs in on Osama’s death

May 2, 2011

Many Indian film celebrities took to social networking site Twitter after US President Obama announced the killing of the world's most wanted terrorist.

Dancing to luck in Bollywood: the choreographers

Dancing to luck in Bollywood: the choreographers

May 1, 2011

Bollywood dance directors and choreographers say often the biggest opportunity comes by way of luck - and not necessarily talent. Many have begun to rely on platforms like the internet, television and stage shows for their bread and butter.

56th Filmfare Awards 2011 winners

56th Filmfare Awards 2011 winners

Jan 30, 2011

Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol won the best actor and actress award respectively for “My Name Is Khan” at the 56th Filmfare Awards Saturday, which was ruled by small budget movie “Udaan” that bagged as many as eight trophies.

‘Dabangg’ sweeps Mirchi Music Awards

‘Dabangg’ sweeps Mirchi Music Awards

Jan 29, 2011

“Dabangg” is awarded the best album of the year at India's Mirchi Music Awards 2010, held Friday.