women in cinema

Actress Abhirami discusses her transformative role in 'Blast,' highlighting a significant physical change and her appreciation for evolving opportunities for women in Tamil cinema. She reveals a past back injury spurred her fitness journey, crediting her team for the demanding action sequences and expressing concerns about AI's impact on dubbing artists.

Tabu expressed delight in partnering with Kareena Kapoor Khan on 'The Crew,' noting a nostalgic connection from her previous work with Kareena's sister, Karisma Kapoor. She reminisced about how their mother, Babita, affectionately referred to them as 'the hit pair of cinema,' a charming memory that enveloped her in warmth.

Nearly a decade after its release, Dangal continues to inspire athletes globally. Chinese MMA fighter Shi Ming, who recently defeated India's Pooja Tomar at Road to UFC Season 5, credited the film as her inspiration. Director Nitesh Tiwari called it the biggest reward for a storyteller.

Kamakshi Bhaskarla, once an aspiring doctor, embarked on an unexpected journey into acting, utilizing her medical expertise in both anatomy and psychology to bring depth to her roles. In a bold move away from a secure career, she champions personal fulfillment and the importance of choice, particularly for women.

Sheena Chohan, who has been part of projects such as Sant Tukaram, Ant Story, Ex Mates, The Trial and The Fame Game, has been honoured with the Arts Ambassador Award for Global Artistic and Cultural Impact at the Florida Arts Summit. The recognition celebrates artistes whose work contributes to cultural representation and storytelling across borders. Reacting to the honour, Sheena said she believes cinema has the power to build empathy, shape culture and create meaningful conversations. Apart from her work in films and series across multiple languages, she is also actively involved in human rights education and awareness initiatives.

Veteran director David Dhawan acknowledges the evolving landscape of Hindi comedy, emphasizing the need for greater sensitivity towards female characters. Ahead of his potential final film, he reflects on his career, noting that while age slows him, his passion for filmmaking remains. Karan Johar lauded Dhawan's significant contribution to Bollywood's entertainment.

During a candid interview on Rajeev Khandelwal's talk show, Tum Ho Naa, iconic actress Aruna Irani opened up about the challenging phase in her illustrious career. Following the success of two major films, she found herself in a three-year slump and even took on a modest lavani performance for just Rs. 2,500.

IPS officer and actor Simala Prasad, currently serving as DIG, Women Safety, returns to the big screen with The Narmada Story, her third film. Inspired by real events, the crime drama follows investigating officer Narmada Raikwar as she probes cases involving missing girls. Drawing from her years in policing and work on issues concerning women and children, Simala shares how the film resonated deeply with her experiences in uniform. She talks about balancing public service with acting, bringing authenticity to the role, support from the police fraternity, and why she believes cinema can help spark conversations around justice, women’s safety and social responsibility.

The 79th Cannes Film Festival highlighted India's strong presence, with a viral video of a French woman praising Indian women's strength and resilience capturing global attention. Despite no Indian feature films in the official selection, six Indian films were showcased, including short and classic entries. Celebrities also made a significant impact on the red carpet.

Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee on 25 years of storytelling, taking risks, and why rooted cinema travels

My character in Blast is fierce, unafraid and is trained in martial arts. I've explored something that hasn't been done a lot in Tamil cinema, says Preity Mukhundhan.

In an inspiring address at a 2021 summit, Jamie Lee Curtis passionately spoke about the importance of maintaining ambition as we age, reframing it as a sign of life rather than a mark of dissatisfaction. She eloquently described this inner drive as a 'fire in your belly,' advocating for proactive engagement with life’s opportunities.

Madhuri Dixit has debunked pregnancy rumors during the filming of 'Dola Re Dola' from 'Devdas'. She clarified that her son Arin was born in 2003, after the film's 2002 release. Dixit admitted to feeling unwell due to grueling night shoots and extensive travel, but denied any pregnancy during the iconic song's creation.