Entertainment

New Delhi [India], January 22: Odisha’s rich folk heritage was celebrated through music, movement, and traditional theatre at “Bhanja Mati Ra Mahak – A Journey Through Odisha’s Folk Rhythms,” a two-day cultural festival that paid tribute to the creative soil of Kabi Samrat Upendra Bhanja. The festival showcased the depth and diversity of Odisha’s indigenous art forms, performed by over 50 folk artists from Berhampur, Ganjam district. The two-day festival was curated by Anwesha Brahma in collaboration with Anwesha Kala Kendra, Odisha and Sundar Odisha Foundation, New Delhi. Day One: Classical Roots and Theatrical Legacy The first day of the festival was graced by Shri Jatin Das ji, Padma Bhushan awardee and eminent artist, and Shri Charudutta Panigrahi ji, distinguished technocrat, author, ...

New Delhi [India], January 22: After years of choosing duty over desire, one man reclaims his true calling and steps into the world of acting with renewed purpose.” CHIRAG MOKANI’s journey is a compelling testament to responsibility, resilience, and the courage it takes to finally answer the call of one’s true passion. A resident of ANDHERI, Mumbai—a city that breathes cinema, enterprise, and relentless ambition—CHIRAG grew up in an environment where dreams felt close, yet duties arrived early. From a young age, he became actively involved in his family’s profession as an Interior Work Contractor, while simultaneously establishing himself as a committed Estate Broker. These demanding roles required discipline, consistency, and emotional maturity, shaping him into a grounded professional wh...

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 22:  Digikore Studios’ original web series Kaise Banta Hai Season 2, streaming exclusively on JioHotstar, is witnessing a strong and sustained response from audiences, reaffirming the growing demand for informative, curiosity-driven content rooted in real-world processes and innovation. Since its launch, the series has demonstrated impressive viewership performance, high audience retention, and consistent engagement. Designed as a process-focused informative series, Kaise Banta Hai Season 2 has successfully crossed over into high-engagement viewing, a space typically dominated by entertainment-led formats. Viewers are demonstrating active participation through social sharing, knowledge-driven discussions, and sustained interest in the behind-the-scenes m...

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], January 22: Digikore Studios’ original docu-series Heroes, currently streaming exclusively on JioHotstar, is witnessing strong momentum across platforms, reaffirming the growing appetite for authentic, insight-driven entrepreneurial content among Indian audiences. Since its release, the series has delivered impressive viewership performance, high audience retention, and sustained digital engagement, positioning it as one of the most impactful docu-series in its genre. Despite being positioned as business docu-series, Heroes has managed to set new benchmarks typically associated with mainstream entertainment formats. Viewer behaviour indicates that audiences are not only consuming the content in large numbers but are also deeply engaging with it, sharing episodes...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 15: As the nation gears up to celebrate Republic Day, it’s time to pair patriotic spirit with quality screen time. Between flag hoisting ceremonies, family gatherings and a well-deserved long weekend, there’s no better moment to unwind with powerful stories that reflect courage, freedom, resilience and human spirit. This Republic Day long weekend, Airtel IPTV invites viewers to transform their Monday blues into movie magic with a thoughtfully curated watchlist spanning gripping dramas, high-octane thrillers, global favourites and timeless patriotic classics—all best enjoyed on the big screen from the comfort of home. Bringing together 29+ leading OTT apps, 600+ live TV channels and an expansive on-demand library, Airtel IPTV delivers a seamless, immersi...

New Delhi [India], January 15: Over the last two decades after their celebrated collaboration on the successful thriller Double Deal, ace producer Ashvin Gidwani of AGP World and renowned filmmaker- actor-director Mahesh Manjrekar have reunited for Lovable Rascal, a theatrical production that has already resonated strongly with audiences. The play now returns for an exclusive Republic Day special performance on 26th January 2026 at 7:30 pm at Nehru Centre Auditorium, and on 28th February 2026 at 7:00 pm at Tata Theatre, NCPA, Mumbai. ‘Lovable Rascal’ is adapted from Manjrekar’s acclaimed Marathi play ‘Filter Coffee’, which has earned praise for blending the complexities of life seamlessly with relatable characters and everyday humour. AGP World’s Hinglish adaptation of the play, a layered ...

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 12: Banani Gupta is an Indian actress, model, and digital media professional who has marked a notable comeback in Indian cinema after a long professional hiatus. Known for her early work in fashion, television, and regional entertainment, Banani’s return reflects both personal growth and a renewed creative vision shaped by experience, education, and leadership in media. Early Roots and Artistic Foundation Born on 19 April 1987 in Bardhaman (Memari), West Bengal, Banani Gupta grew up in an environment deeply connected to art and culture. Her grandfather, Pushkar Gupta, was a respected theatre artist, and this cultural legacy played a significant role in nurturing her interest in performance from a young age. She completed her schooling at Memari R.S. Ba...

New Delhi [India], January 12: Raasra Entertainment is an Indian film production and distribution company. The company is slowly building its place in Bollywood and regional cinema. Over the years, the company has focused on stories that connect with everyday people, not just on big budgets. With experience in handling films across languages and markets, Raasra Entertainment understands how hard it is for new producers to find the right platform. This understanding is now shaping its next big step. The company is preparing to launch Raasra OTT, an Indian OTT platform designed to support beginner producers and serious artists who need visibility. The Raasra OTT platform will launch in June 2026. Raasra OTT is being planned as more than just another streaming app. The main aim is to create s...

New Delhi [India], January 12: The song “Rathuni Rathuni” from the film Karikaada was released on 10 January at 5:10 PM across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi. The multilingual launch brings together creative contributors from multiple regional film industries. Carried by rhythm and movement, the song presents a musical moment shaped by voice, beat, and visual expression. Composed by Shashank Sheshagiri, Rathuni Rathuni represents a closely coordinated musical effort. The track has been arranged and programmed by Shashank Sheshagiri and Prabhudas, with additional rhythm programming by SAM. Live rhythm sections were performed by George Thomas (SAM), while guitar portions were contributed by Srinivas and Godfrey. A stylised rap vocal segment by Thiraiyan, along with chorus vocal...

New Delhi [India], January 10: Rameez–Sohel’s latest Sufi music video, “Ik Pal,” was grandly launched by Kaccha Lemon Productions and Desi Tadka Music at Mithibai College’s cultural fest, Kshitij, in Mumbai. Released under the Desi Tadka Music banner, the soulful track pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Sabri Brothers. The song features powerful vocals by the Sabri Brothers—Shabab Sabri and his son Rayan—carrying forward their family’s rich musical legacy. “Ik Pal” is composed by Rameez–Sohel, written by Danish Sabri, and directed by Siddharth K. Dhanda. An exceptional live performance was also organised for students during the launch event. Adding to the celebratory spirit, Desi Tadka Music distributed guitars and headphones to several college students, encouraging young talent. Th...