Zoya Akhtar (The Archies), Fawzia Mirza (Queen of My Dreams), and Roshan Sethi (A Nice Indian Boy) are set to join the 1497 Features Lab as Mentors.
Returning for its fourth year, the nonprofit 1497’s annual Features Lab will once again offer robust mentorship, script development, and industry access to elevate and advance the careers of screenwriters of South Asian descent. After expanding the Lab to a fully in-person format last year, this year’s program will build on that success with an intensive Retreat and subsequent Pitch Day. The Lab Retreat will take place this October 23-28, 2024 in Malibu.
The 1497 Features Lab, their signature impact program, entails three rounds of rigorous evaluation by independent Selection Committees to ultimately discover three Mentees to invest in. Each Mentee is then paired with a pod of Mentors – comprised of an established filmmaker, producer, industry representative, and a 1497 Features Lab Alum – from whom they...
Returning for its fourth year, the nonprofit 1497’s annual Features Lab will once again offer robust mentorship, script development, and industry access to elevate and advance the careers of screenwriters of South Asian descent. After expanding the Lab to a fully in-person format last year, this year’s program will build on that success with an intensive Retreat and subsequent Pitch Day. The Lab Retreat will take place this October 23-28, 2024 in Malibu.
The 1497 Features Lab, their signature impact program, entails three rounds of rigorous evaluation by independent Selection Committees to ultimately discover three Mentees to invest in. Each Mentee is then paired with a pod of Mentors – comprised of an established filmmaker, producer, industry representative, and a 1497 Features Lab Alum – from whom they...
- 4/29/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Allegedly Ignores Abhishek Bachchan’s Niece Navya Naveli Nanda In His Viral Video. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
A few months back, reports claimed Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan’s divorce. However, the couple is still together and happy. Earlier this year, Shweta Bachchan shared a cryptic post on her social media, which started speculations online that there might be a tiff between her and Aishwarya. An old video has gone viral online where the Bachchan Bahu allegedly ignored her niece and Shweta’s daughter, Navya Naveli Nanda. Scroll below for more.
Aishwarya and Abhishek dated for a brief period before getting married in 2007. The couple did a few movies together, like Raavan, Guru, and Dhoom 2. Aishwarya is a well-known personality in India and has gained recognition overseas. She is known for her timeless beauty and is often seen at international events. The actress is a doting mother often spotted with her daughter,...
A few months back, reports claimed Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan’s divorce. However, the couple is still together and happy. Earlier this year, Shweta Bachchan shared a cryptic post on her social media, which started speculations online that there might be a tiff between her and Aishwarya. An old video has gone viral online where the Bachchan Bahu allegedly ignored her niece and Shweta’s daughter, Navya Naveli Nanda. Scroll below for more.
Aishwarya and Abhishek dated for a brief period before getting married in 2007. The couple did a few movies together, like Raavan, Guru, and Dhoom 2. Aishwarya is a well-known personality in India and has gained recognition overseas. She is known for her timeless beauty and is often seen at international events. The actress is a doting mother often spotted with her daughter,...
- 4/29/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
As per peepingmoon.com , In a exciting development, Akshay Kumar’s niece, Simar Bhatia, is all set to make her Bollywood debut opposite Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson, Agastya Nanda, in Sriram Raghavan’s upcoming film, Ikkis. Simar, daughter of Akshay’s sister Alka Bhatia, will play the romantic lead in this heartwarming story based on the life of Arun Khetrapal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient.
Simar’s entry into the film industry is a testament to her hard work and dedication. Despite having a famous uncle like Akshay Kumar, she has secured her debut project on merit, setting an example for other Bollywood star kids. Her mother, Alka Bhatia, has always stayed away from the limelight, despite producing several movies with Akshay, but Simar has always been interested in acting and is excited to live her dream.
Ikkis, a coming-of-age human drama, highlights father-son emotions alongside the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
Simar’s entry into the film industry is a testament to her hard work and dedication. Despite having a famous uncle like Akshay Kumar, she has secured her debut project on merit, setting an example for other Bollywood star kids. Her mother, Alka Bhatia, has always stayed away from the limelight, despite producing several movies with Akshay, but Simar has always been interested in acting and is excited to live her dream.
Ikkis, a coming-of-age human drama, highlights father-son emotions alongside the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
- 4/29/2024
- by Desk Editorial
- GlamSham
A pair of top international executives have joined forces to build a UK-based talent agency and production business.
Thomas Drachkovitch and Jason Hafford will lead Dream Bay Entertainment, with former Amazon exec Drachkovitch the founder and Managing Director and ex-CAA rep Hafford co-founder and Head of Dbe Management.
The company, which Drachkovitch launched last year after exiting his role at Amazon Studios (now Amazon MGM Studios), comprises film and television production, literary and talent management, and media advisory services divisions. Based out of London, Dream Bay’s bosses plan to offer “a unique blend of strategic guidance, development expertise, and industry insights.”
LA native Drachkovitch left his UK-based role as Original Series Development Executive at Amazon Studios in 2022 having overseen commissioning initiatives across global markets.
He had previously been based in India, where he helped spearhead the launch of Amazon Studios’ first Indian content slate out of Mumbai, including shows such as Comicstaan,...
Thomas Drachkovitch and Jason Hafford will lead Dream Bay Entertainment, with former Amazon exec Drachkovitch the founder and Managing Director and ex-CAA rep Hafford co-founder and Head of Dbe Management.
The company, which Drachkovitch launched last year after exiting his role at Amazon Studios (now Amazon MGM Studios), comprises film and television production, literary and talent management, and media advisory services divisions. Based out of London, Dream Bay’s bosses plan to offer “a unique blend of strategic guidance, development expertise, and industry insights.”
LA native Drachkovitch left his UK-based role as Original Series Development Executive at Amazon Studios in 2022 having overseen commissioning initiatives across global markets.
He had previously been based in India, where he helped spearhead the launch of Amazon Studios’ first Indian content slate out of Mumbai, including shows such as Comicstaan,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Suhana Khan, daughter of Bollywood power couple Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan, recently concluded her fashionable escapade in Milan, as documented through a captivating series of Instagram posts.
In her post, Suhana shares glimpses of her Italian adventure, beginning with a stylish shot of herself adorned in a grey shirt and black jacket, basking in the Milanese sunshine amidst bustling streets. The visual journey continues with snapshots of the city’s aesthetic alleyways and Suhana’s chic ensembles, including a polka-dot dress and a sleek Givenchy jacket.
The Instagram carousel also features an aerial video showcasing a serene green village, a tantalizing plate of spaghetti, and more, providing a comprehensive glimpse into Suhana’s memorable vacation.
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Captioning her post with a simple ‘Ciao!’, Suhana signals the end of her trip, eliciting a playful response from her best friend,...
In her post, Suhana shares glimpses of her Italian adventure, beginning with a stylish shot of herself adorned in a grey shirt and black jacket, basking in the Milanese sunshine amidst bustling streets. The visual journey continues with snapshots of the city’s aesthetic alleyways and Suhana’s chic ensembles, including a polka-dot dress and a sleek Givenchy jacket.
The Instagram carousel also features an aerial video showcasing a serene green village, a tantalizing plate of spaghetti, and more, providing a comprehensive glimpse into Suhana’s memorable vacation.
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Captioning her post with a simple ‘Ciao!’, Suhana signals the end of her trip, eliciting a playful response from her best friend,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Chesta Singh
- ReferSMS
Aryan Khan & Arhaan Khan Have Studied Film Making Before Their Big Debuts (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan is gearing up for his big debut behind the screen as he is directing a web series called Stardom. On the other hand, Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora’s son and Salman Khan’s nephew, Arhaan Khan, are also gearing up for their screen debut through a podcast.
After Navya Naveli Nanda’s podcast What The Hell Navya, Neha Dhupia’s No Filter Neha, Kareena Kapoor Khan’s What Women Want, Arhaan Khan’s podcast Dumb Biryani is the latest offering by a star kid.
While a lot of star kids are gearing up for their debuts, including Saif Ali Khan’s son Ibrahim Ali Khan, Sanjay Kapoor’s daughter Shanaya Kapoor, Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan, and others, Aryan and Arhaan are grabbing the maximum attention owing to their similar backgrounds.
Shah Rukh Khan’s son Aryan Khan is gearing up for his big debut behind the screen as he is directing a web series called Stardom. On the other hand, Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora’s son and Salman Khan’s nephew, Arhaan Khan, are also gearing up for their screen debut through a podcast.
After Navya Naveli Nanda’s podcast What The Hell Navya, Neha Dhupia’s No Filter Neha, Kareena Kapoor Khan’s What Women Want, Arhaan Khan’s podcast Dumb Biryani is the latest offering by a star kid.
While a lot of star kids are gearing up for their debuts, including Saif Ali Khan’s son Ibrahim Ali Khan, Sanjay Kapoor’s daughter Shanaya Kapoor, Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan, and others, Aryan and Arhaan are grabbing the maximum attention owing to their similar backgrounds.
- 3/28/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Our latest issue of Film Junior magazine is available now – the film magazine for young film fans (and they write lots of it too!)
Introducing issue 16 of Film Junior magazine that’s now available for purchase. This time around we’ve got a couple of amazing interviews – done by a trio of amazing your journalists – with none other than Jack Black and Awkwafina, the stars of Kung Fu Panda 4! They give us the lowdown on the latest instalment of the kicking animation series, tell us all about what it’s like to be an actor in an animated film, and what they think is in store for Po and Co. next!
If you’re new to the publication, it’s a 52-page print magazine aimed at younger film fans (around 7 to 14 years old), and it’s also mainly written by them too. The young writers come up with the majority of the ideas,...
Introducing issue 16 of Film Junior magazine that’s now available for purchase. This time around we’ve got a couple of amazing interviews – done by a trio of amazing your journalists – with none other than Jack Black and Awkwafina, the stars of Kung Fu Panda 4! They give us the lowdown on the latest instalment of the kicking animation series, tell us all about what it’s like to be an actor in an animated film, and what they think is in store for Po and Co. next!
If you’re new to the publication, it’s a 52-page print magazine aimed at younger film fans (around 7 to 14 years old), and it’s also mainly written by them too. The young writers come up with the majority of the ideas,...
- 3/28/2024
- by John Moore
- Film Stories
Actress-singer Aditi Saigal, also known as Dot., has revealed the highly anticipated music video for her latest hit single, ‘Girls Night’! This song and video mark another significant achievement for the versatile and multi-talented artist Dot. (known for her role in Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies). With a sunny Motown-infused jazz-pop vibe, this track highlights the special camaraderie and warm intimacy shared among girlfriends!
Teaming up once again with the Welsh production powerhouse, The Playbook, Dot.’s ‘Girls Night’ has quickly gained popularity on the internet and music streaming platforms. The song climbed the Global Top Indie Songs charts and garnered widespread acclaim and love.
Commenting on the video release, Dot. says, “One of the greatest perks of this profession is having the freedom to say ‘Hey, I want to shoot a music video with my best friends’ and then actually doing it! I mean, how fortunate am I? I...
Teaming up once again with the Welsh production powerhouse, The Playbook, Dot.’s ‘Girls Night’ has quickly gained popularity on the internet and music streaming platforms. The song climbed the Global Top Indie Songs charts and garnered widespread acclaim and love.
Commenting on the video release, Dot. says, “One of the greatest perks of this profession is having the freedom to say ‘Hey, I want to shoot a music video with my best friends’ and then actually doing it! I mean, how fortunate am I? I...
- 3/27/2024
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
Beyond Riverdale and the Archies there is this boarding school for girls Vandana Valley. It won’t be erroneous to call it The Valley Of the dolls.
The girls in the boarding school are young vivacious…, or perhaps, bindaas would be a better word… I am sure the young ladies of this cutely compelling series would like to known as bindaas.
Here’s a world so bindaas that the girls are allowed to check out boys’ …you know the world that rhymes with bindaas?
Ok ok. I am being coy. These teenaged pleasure seekers would probably think restrain to be sign of incorrigible fuddy-duddy-ness. But here is the thing: Big Girls Don’t Cry is not just an alibi for bad behaviour.
These girls are no rebels with a cause. They just won’t to be recognized for what they are, good, bad or lesbian. Yes, there is a strong same-sex angle,...
The girls in the boarding school are young vivacious…, or perhaps, bindaas would be a better word… I am sure the young ladies of this cutely compelling series would like to known as bindaas.
Here’s a world so bindaas that the girls are allowed to check out boys’ …you know the world that rhymes with bindaas?
Ok ok. I am being coy. These teenaged pleasure seekers would probably think restrain to be sign of incorrigible fuddy-duddy-ness. But here is the thing: Big Girls Don’t Cry is not just an alibi for bad behaviour.
These girls are no rebels with a cause. They just won’t to be recognized for what they are, good, bad or lesbian. Yes, there is a strong same-sex angle,...
- 3/17/2024
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
Ahead of the launch of the second collection from his clothing brand D’yavol X, Aryan Khan’s sister, Suhana Khan, took to her Instagram feed to share some behind-the-scenes pictures. In the first snapshot, Suhana, sporting casual attire from Aryan’s brand, gazes intensely into the camera.
The second image captures her engrossed in sketching on paper, showcasing her involvement in the creative process. In the third click, Suhana strikes a pose with her back to the camera, proudly displaying the brand’s logo. Alongside the pictures, Suhana announced, “An eye for detail. X-2. Nocturnal Tank. Dropping on 17th March, only on www.dyavolx.com.”
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Her ‘The Archies’ co-star, Mihir Ahuja, showered applause emojis in the comments section, while Bff Shanaya Kapoor expressed admiration with a string of fire emojis.
On Women’s Day, Shah Rukh Khan...
The second image captures her engrossed in sketching on paper, showcasing her involvement in the creative process. In the third click, Suhana strikes a pose with her back to the camera, proudly displaying the brand’s logo. Alongside the pictures, Suhana announced, “An eye for detail. X-2. Nocturnal Tank. Dropping on 17th March, only on www.dyavolx.com.”
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Her ‘The Archies’ co-star, Mihir Ahuja, showered applause emojis in the comments section, while Bff Shanaya Kapoor expressed admiration with a string of fire emojis.
On Women’s Day, Shah Rukh Khan...
- 3/14/2024
- by Anshu Harvansh
- ReferSMS
Shah Rukh Khan & Daughter Suhana Khan’s Next With Sujoy Ghosh Gets Postponed Indefinitely – Reports (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Even before Suhana Khan’s debut film The Archies hit the Ott platform for its worldwide release, reports of her starring with superstar father Shah Rukh Khan surfaced on the web. After a long wait, the star kid made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s film, which featured other star kids like Khushi Kapoor and Agastya Nanda and was dropped online in November last year.
Soon after it was released on the Ott giant, it received massive criticism and big thumbs down from the audience and critics. On the other hand, all the Srk fans were waiting for him to spell his charm and magic in his next with his daughter. The father-daughter duo, who was reportedly coming together for a Sujoy Ghosh film, are unlikely to be seen together. Yes,...
Even before Suhana Khan’s debut film The Archies hit the Ott platform for its worldwide release, reports of her starring with superstar father Shah Rukh Khan surfaced on the web. After a long wait, the star kid made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s film, which featured other star kids like Khushi Kapoor and Agastya Nanda and was dropped online in November last year.
Soon after it was released on the Ott giant, it received massive criticism and big thumbs down from the audience and critics. On the other hand, all the Srk fans were waiting for him to spell his charm and magic in his next with his daughter. The father-daughter duo, who was reportedly coming together for a Sujoy Ghosh film, are unlikely to be seen together. Yes,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: Vote For The Best Debut! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: While we enjoyed a year full of different cinematic experiences, we also saw some budding actors foraying into the world of acting. With Zoya Akhtar launching a few star kids to South Sensation Nayanthara’s Bollywood debut, the industry has welcomed quite a few actors. Some made a mark and left everyone impressed with their debut performances; others still have a long way to go.
In today’s Audience Poll, we bring you nominations for the ‘Best Debut’ category, and it includes names like Suhana Khan, Nayanthara, and others. To make your favorite one win the poll, make sure to click on one of the options mentioned at the end of our article.
So, let’s start with the nominations for the ‘Best Debut’. Shall we?
Trending Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Selena Gomez...
Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: While we enjoyed a year full of different cinematic experiences, we also saw some budding actors foraying into the world of acting. With Zoya Akhtar launching a few star kids to South Sensation Nayanthara’s Bollywood debut, the industry has welcomed quite a few actors. Some made a mark and left everyone impressed with their debut performances; others still have a long way to go.
In today’s Audience Poll, we bring you nominations for the ‘Best Debut’ category, and it includes names like Suhana Khan, Nayanthara, and others. To make your favorite one win the poll, make sure to click on one of the options mentioned at the end of our article.
So, let’s start with the nominations for the ‘Best Debut’. Shall we?
Trending Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: From Selena Gomez...
- 1/18/2024
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Koffee With Karan 8 Finale Highlights: Orry Revealing His First Job & Ananya Panday Mentioning Aditya Roy Kapur Serve As The Perfect Sign-Off (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Karan Johar’s contentious talk show Koffee With Karas Season 8 came to an end with Tanmay Bhat, Danish Sait, Kusha Kapila, and Sumukhi gracing the couch in the final episode along with the infamous ‘liver’ Orry as a special guest. This season saw some unique combinations of guests like Saif Ali Khan-Sharmila Tagore, Neetu Kapoor-Zeenat Aman, and more. Here are some of the highlights from the season finale.
The Kwk Season 8 saw the reunion of two of Karan’s Students from his 2012 film, Student of the Year, and it was an epic episode. Varun Dhawan did not leave an opportunity to dig at Karan, while Sidharth Malhotra ensured their answers were PG-13. It also gave the fans a mini-reunion of the Kuch Kuch Hota Hai team,...
Karan Johar’s contentious talk show Koffee With Karas Season 8 came to an end with Tanmay Bhat, Danish Sait, Kusha Kapila, and Sumukhi gracing the couch in the final episode along with the infamous ‘liver’ Orry as a special guest. This season saw some unique combinations of guests like Saif Ali Khan-Sharmila Tagore, Neetu Kapoor-Zeenat Aman, and more. Here are some of the highlights from the season finale.
The Kwk Season 8 saw the reunion of two of Karan’s Students from his 2012 film, Student of the Year, and it was an epic episode. Varun Dhawan did not leave an opportunity to dig at Karan, while Sidharth Malhotra ensured their answers were PG-13. It also gave the fans a mini-reunion of the Kuch Kuch Hota Hai team,...
- 1/18/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The Archies’ Agastya Nanda Breaks Silence On Receiving Criticism For His Debut Film – Read! (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Last year, in November, Zoya Akhtar launched a couple of star kids with her film, The Archies. Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Boney Kapoor-Sridevi’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, and others were seen in the film along with a couple of few more actors. While the film failed to win everyone’s hearts, it also received massive criticism from nepotism haters.
Not only Zoya but even its lead actors were subjected to trolls and criticism for their acting in their debut movie. Now in the latest interview, Agastya has reacted to the criticism and said that he wasn’t prepared for this area. Reacting to the same, he called his mother, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, the ‘biggest grounding factor’ not his grandfather Big B.
Speaking to Film Companion,...
Last year, in November, Zoya Akhtar launched a couple of star kids with her film, The Archies. Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Boney Kapoor-Sridevi’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, and others were seen in the film along with a couple of few more actors. While the film failed to win everyone’s hearts, it also received massive criticism from nepotism haters.
Not only Zoya but even its lead actors were subjected to trolls and criticism for their acting in their debut movie. Now in the latest interview, Agastya has reacted to the criticism and said that he wasn’t prepared for this area. Reacting to the same, he called his mother, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, the ‘biggest grounding factor’ not his grandfather Big B.
Speaking to Film Companion,...
- 1/13/2024
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Actress-singer Dot., whose real name is Aditi Saigal, has unveiled her latest single, ‘Girls Night’, slated for release through the Welsh singles label, The Playbook. ‘Girls Night’ is a musical leap forward for Dot., embracing a sunny Motown-infused jazz-pop vibe.
Explaining the inspiration behind the track, Dot. said: “Girls Night is about two of my closest friends. We buy loads of wine and have the best, most intelligent and empathetic conversations. We laugh, we’re sensitive, we can be rowdy, we talk about boys, we sometimes don’t know what it is we’re feeling – but we do it together and that makes life a little easier.”
“The song tries to reflect that kind of friendship.”
She added: “After ‘Indigo’, it is the second track of mine produced by Welsh singles label ‘The Playbook’ in collaboration with James Gair. This is kind of a match made in heaven because the...
Explaining the inspiration behind the track, Dot. said: “Girls Night is about two of my closest friends. We buy loads of wine and have the best, most intelligent and empathetic conversations. We laugh, we’re sensitive, we can be rowdy, we talk about boys, we sometimes don’t know what it is we’re feeling – but we do it together and that makes life a little easier.”
“The song tries to reflect that kind of friendship.”
She added: “After ‘Indigo’, it is the second track of mine produced by Welsh singles label ‘The Playbook’ in collaboration with James Gair. This is kind of a match made in heaven because the...
- 1/10/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Most Awaited On-Screen Pairs Of 2024 Janhvi Kapoor – Jr Ntr To Hrithik Roshan – Deepika Padukone ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
The year 2023 gave us some of the most unexpected pairs in Shah Rukh Khan – Nayanthara, Ranbir Kapoor – Rashmika Mandanna, Tapsee Pannu – Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas – Kriti Sanon, Ranbir Kapoor – Shraddha Kapoor, and more. Some of these pairings worked, and others didn’t, but audiences were nonetheless excited to watch these couples on-screen.
Now, in 2024, a lot of fresh pairings are waiting to display a crackling chemistry on-screen. Some of them are making the wait unbearable, and others are trying to make the audience eager with occasional teases.
The year 2024 has promised a lot of interesting films despite the three Khan superstars, Ranbir Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, putting up a no-show in the theaters this year. This has accommodated many films, which have raised the expectations and curiosity bar.
Trending Deepika Padukone’s Net...
The year 2023 gave us some of the most unexpected pairs in Shah Rukh Khan – Nayanthara, Ranbir Kapoor – Rashmika Mandanna, Tapsee Pannu – Shah Rukh Khan, Prabhas – Kriti Sanon, Ranbir Kapoor – Shraddha Kapoor, and more. Some of these pairings worked, and others didn’t, but audiences were nonetheless excited to watch these couples on-screen.
Now, in 2024, a lot of fresh pairings are waiting to display a crackling chemistry on-screen. Some of them are making the wait unbearable, and others are trying to make the audience eager with occasional teases.
The year 2024 has promised a lot of interesting films despite the three Khan superstars, Ranbir Kapoor and Ranveer Singh, putting up a no-show in the theaters this year. This has accommodated many films, which have raised the expectations and curiosity bar.
Trending Deepika Padukone’s Net...
- 1/6/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
The tenth episode of this season of Koffee with Karan was probably one of the best. Legendary actress Sharmila Tagore and her son Saif Ali Khan, who is probably one of the boldest actors in Hindi cinema, graced the couch last week. The mother-son duo had never been interviewed together before, and Koffee with Karan allowed the world to see what a hilarious family they are. The new episode of the show has Karan bring to the show another sibling duo who has been the talk of Tinseltown since they were born. Daughters of the very famous Sridevi and Boney Kapoor, Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor grace the couch as the audience is ready to watch the sibling revelry and rivalry.
Recap: What Happens In Episode 11?
Karan Johar deems this episode rather special because he gets to host two daughters of his favorite actress ever, Sridevi. As Janhvi and Khushi make their entrance,...
Recap: What Happens In Episode 11?
Karan Johar deems this episode rather special because he gets to host two daughters of his favorite actress ever, Sridevi. As Janhvi and Khushi make their entrance,...
- 1/4/2024
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Goat Insane Plot Leaked? Vijay To Time Travel In A Flash-Like Film, Blockbuster Cameos, 90s Expendables, Not Two But 3-4 Roles Of Thalapathy ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Yesterday, we talked about how Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 Ad might take Marvel’s ‘Avengers’ route, and today it’s time for Thalapathy Vijay’s Goat. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, Vijay’s upcoming film has been creating mystery since its announcement. The leaked plot details floating around the social media are enough to excite anyone about the film.
It includes time travel, multiverse, Flash meets Back To The Future, a blockbuster cameo & whatnot. Let discuss! The film was earlier reported to be titled ‘Boss’ & ‘Puzzle,’ but Goat somehow seems to be the best option after reading some details about the films.
Thalapathy Vijay stars with Mic Mohan, Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Sneha, Laila, Jayaram, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Yogi Babu, and there’s a solid reason why you...
Yesterday, we talked about how Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 Ad might take Marvel’s ‘Avengers’ route, and today it’s time for Thalapathy Vijay’s Goat. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, Vijay’s upcoming film has been creating mystery since its announcement. The leaked plot details floating around the social media are enough to excite anyone about the film.
It includes time travel, multiverse, Flash meets Back To The Future, a blockbuster cameo & whatnot. Let discuss! The film was earlier reported to be titled ‘Boss’ & ‘Puzzle,’ but Goat somehow seems to be the best option after reading some details about the films.
Thalapathy Vijay stars with Mic Mohan, Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Sneha, Laila, Jayaram, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Yogi Babu, and there’s a solid reason why you...
- 1/4/2024
- by Koimoi.com Team
- KoiMoi
Koffee With Karan 8 Ep 11 Ft. Janhvi Kapoor – Khushi Kapoor Keeps Sliding Between Yayss & Nayys ( Photo Credit – DisneyPlus Hotstar / YouTube )
It was yet another episode of Koffee with Karan 8, which tried not to be controversial and yet come out entertaining and funny. But it seems like the team has a long way to go before they crack the code to entertain without being b*tchy, controversial, entitled, and privileged. However, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor’s episode tried building up on the heart-to-heart revelations, but the unwarranted Bf digs were a major turn-off for the episode, which otherwise was going well.
The episode started off with a high, with the sisters sharing the most traumatic part of their lives. While you started connecting to them on an emotional level, it skyrocketed towards the most important Koffee conversation since the past year – Kartik Aaryan!
Unlike last year, he was not named, but...
It was yet another episode of Koffee with Karan 8, which tried not to be controversial and yet come out entertaining and funny. But it seems like the team has a long way to go before they crack the code to entertain without being b*tchy, controversial, entitled, and privileged. However, Janhvi Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor’s episode tried building up on the heart-to-heart revelations, but the unwarranted Bf digs were a major turn-off for the episode, which otherwise was going well.
The episode started off with a high, with the sisters sharing the most traumatic part of their lives. While you started connecting to them on an emotional level, it skyrocketed towards the most important Koffee conversation since the past year – Kartik Aaryan!
Unlike last year, he was not named, but...
- 1/3/2024
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Picture: Netflix
Movies were the focus in December, with no new Indian series debuting this month. The newly added films include a number of under-the-radar arthouse pictures as well as three new Netflix Originals: The Archies, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and the true-crime documentary Curry & Cyanide.
Here are all of the new Indian movies added to Netflix in December 2023.
N = Netflix Original
New Indian Movies on Netflix: December 2023 Thank You for Coming (2023)
Language: Hindi
Runtime: 117 Minutes
Director: Karan Boolani
Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Pradhuman Singh
Genre: Sex Comedy | Added to Netflix: December 1
An unhappy single woman consents to an arranged marriage and has her first sexually satisfying experience on the night of her engagement party — only she’s too drunk to remember who she was with when it happened. This sex-positive comedy is slow to get going and not as funny as it should be, but actor Bhumi Pednekar...
Movies were the focus in December, with no new Indian series debuting this month. The newly added films include a number of under-the-radar arthouse pictures as well as three new Netflix Originals: The Archies, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and the true-crime documentary Curry & Cyanide.
Here are all of the new Indian movies added to Netflix in December 2023.
N = Netflix Original
New Indian Movies on Netflix: December 2023 Thank You for Coming (2023)
Language: Hindi
Runtime: 117 Minutes
Director: Karan Boolani
Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Pradhuman Singh
Genre: Sex Comedy | Added to Netflix: December 1
An unhappy single woman consents to an arranged marriage and has her first sexually satisfying experience on the night of her engagement party — only she’s too drunk to remember who she was with when it happened. This sex-positive comedy is slow to get going and not as funny as it should be, but actor Bhumi Pednekar...
- 12/30/2023
- by Kathy Gibson
- Whats-on-Netflix
“Shah Rukh Khan Is A Hot Knife, We Are Pieces Of Cold Butter… Need To Be ‘Sorta’ Cautious Around Salman Khan…”: Orry On The Archies… ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Who is Orry? What does he do? How much he earns? Well, all these questions are so 2023! As we move to a new year, Orhan Awatramani, aka Orry, did a pretty ‘gossipy’ ask me anything session on Reddit. Though he played safe with the majority of the answers, there were a few interesting ones here and there, like “Are people cautious around Salman Khan?” or his wild description of Shah Rukh Khan.
Orry turned into a social media sensation after being spotted at every lavish Bollywood party, getting clicked with the who’s who of the industry. His signature hand-resting pose in his pictures with the celebs became the talk of the town.
His appearance on Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss...
Who is Orry? What does he do? How much he earns? Well, all these questions are so 2023! As we move to a new year, Orhan Awatramani, aka Orry, did a pretty ‘gossipy’ ask me anything session on Reddit. Though he played safe with the majority of the answers, there were a few interesting ones here and there, like “Are people cautious around Salman Khan?” or his wild description of Shah Rukh Khan.
Orry turned into a social media sensation after being spotted at every lavish Bollywood party, getting clicked with the who’s who of the industry. His signature hand-resting pose in his pictures with the celebs became the talk of the town.
His appearance on Salman Khan’s Bigg Boss...
- 12/28/2023
- by Umesh Punwani
- KoiMoi
Bollywood’s power couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor gave an adorable gift to their fans on the occasion of Christmas, by posing with their little bundle of joy- their baby daughter Raha, for the very first time.
At the Kapoor family get together for the Christmas brunch, Alia and Ranbir posed for the lenses with Raha, leaving the fans in awe of the cuteness of their baby girl.
No doubt, Raha looks like a mini version of Alia, with pretty blue eyes, but we also get strong hints of her grandfather and late actor Rishi Kapoor in her face.
The kid was dressed up in a white Christmas sweater and a pastel pink coloured tulle skirt. Her outfit was completed with red bellies and white socks. Her hair was tied in two small ponytails.
Before bringing his daughter in front of the cameras, we can see Ranbir talking to paparazzi and saying,...
At the Kapoor family get together for the Christmas brunch, Alia and Ranbir posed for the lenses with Raha, leaving the fans in awe of the cuteness of their baby girl.
No doubt, Raha looks like a mini version of Alia, with pretty blue eyes, but we also get strong hints of her grandfather and late actor Rishi Kapoor in her face.
The kid was dressed up in a white Christmas sweater and a pastel pink coloured tulle skirt. Her outfit was completed with red bellies and white socks. Her hair was tied in two small ponytails.
Before bringing his daughter in front of the cameras, we can see Ranbir talking to paparazzi and saying,...
- 12/25/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
As we look back on the colorful history of The Archies comic series, it’s evident that its charm has captivated generations of young readers. Archie Andrews and his gang have been gracing the pages of comics for over eight decades, becoming a staple in children’s literature. The sheer volume of stories and characters, as highlighted in the dense, 300-page The Archie Encyclopedia, is a testament to the series’ widespread popularity among children. When we turn our attention to The Archies music, the catchy tune ‘Sugar, Sugar’ emerges as a cultural phenomenon. The song’s creation was inspired by the idea of...
- 12/23/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The Archies (Netflix)
There is something to be said about the sense of youthful freedom that Zoya Akhtar’s spin on the Archies comicbooks brings on screen. This is no Gully Boy. And these kids are a far cry from the Mumbai chawls of Gully Boy and the wealthy cruisers of Dil Dhadkne Do. The newcomers, all ready to take off, appear invested in the characters they play.
The characters especially Archie(Agastya Anand), Veronica(Suhana Khan) and Veronica(Khushi Kapoor) retain their core of incorruptible effervescence .And yes Reggie(Vedang Raina) remains vain but kind.
Archies reflects that youthful vibrant part of our past which we left behind as a world-weariness whipped us into conformity.The somber subliminal statement on ecological preservation never overpowers the sheer vibrancy of the youthful brigade.
While all the newcomers are a delight to watch(dressed as they are in-character both sartorially and emotionally...
There is something to be said about the sense of youthful freedom that Zoya Akhtar’s spin on the Archies comicbooks brings on screen. This is no Gully Boy. And these kids are a far cry from the Mumbai chawls of Gully Boy and the wealthy cruisers of Dil Dhadkne Do. The newcomers, all ready to take off, appear invested in the characters they play.
The characters especially Archie(Agastya Anand), Veronica(Suhana Khan) and Veronica(Khushi Kapoor) retain their core of incorruptible effervescence .And yes Reggie(Vedang Raina) remains vain but kind.
Archies reflects that youthful vibrant part of our past which we left behind as a world-weariness whipped us into conformity.The somber subliminal statement on ecological preservation never overpowers the sheer vibrancy of the youthful brigade.
While all the newcomers are a delight to watch(dressed as they are in-character both sartorially and emotionally...
- 12/22/2023
- by Subhash K Jha
- Bollyspice
The timeless charm of The Archies has a unique way of whisking us back to the past, wrapping us in a blanket of sweet nostalgia. For those who’ve recently enjoyed the delightful throwback that is The Archies, I’ve curated a list of films that will keep you riding that wave of bygone bliss. Let’s stroll down memory lane with these five cinematic treasures. Feel the High School Spirit with Grease There’s nothing quite like the electrifying jive of Grease to transport us back to the high school days of yore. This classic musical, set in the retro era, resonates deeply...
- 12/16/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The Archies Cast: Suhana Khan, Agastya Nanda & Khushi Kapoor (Picture Credit: Instagram & IMDb)
Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda recently had to go through the same nightmare every star kid of this country goes through – the constant trolling, the unnecessary bashing, and the endless comparisons and criticisms. The only thing that went wrong with THe Archies was Zoya Akhtar’s vision. However, the kids had to face the brunt of it, and they did face it fiercely and strongly!
But we guess it has been enough said and done, and we shall move on from The Archies, as we did from every other badly made film, not putting the superstar on the hot seat forever and writing their careers off as we are doing with the trio of the film.
Suhana Khan has already signed her second film, while reports of Khushi Kapoor working on a Dharma film with...
Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor, and Agastya Nanda recently had to go through the same nightmare every star kid of this country goes through – the constant trolling, the unnecessary bashing, and the endless comparisons and criticisms. The only thing that went wrong with THe Archies was Zoya Akhtar’s vision. However, the kids had to face the brunt of it, and they did face it fiercely and strongly!
But we guess it has been enough said and done, and we shall move on from The Archies, as we did from every other badly made film, not putting the superstar on the hot seat forever and writing their careers off as we are doing with the trio of the film.
Suhana Khan has already signed her second film, while reports of Khushi Kapoor working on a Dharma film with...
- 12/16/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Shah Rukh Khan’s 6300 Crore Net Worth Is Even Higher Than Salman Khan & Aamir Khan’s Combined Net Worths! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
It has been a phenomenal year for Bollywood stars and King Khan! Shah Rukh Khan, with a massive 1500 crore collection (probably) this year from three films, has been dominating the past 12 months and how. Surely, his net worth also would have taken a high jump, and currently, the superstar stands at a whopping 6300 crore!
Now, interestingly, all three Khans of Bollywood – Srk, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan have gone hand in hand, be it as rivals or as friends or as frenemies. The three stars have seen ups and downs together. In fact, while Srk and Aamir have already turned 58 this year, Salman will hit the number in 10 days.
As the three Khans are close to touching 60, their staggering net worths are unimaginable. Out of the trio, Srk rules with,...
It has been a phenomenal year for Bollywood stars and King Khan! Shah Rukh Khan, with a massive 1500 crore collection (probably) this year from three films, has been dominating the past 12 months and how. Surely, his net worth also would have taken a high jump, and currently, the superstar stands at a whopping 6300 crore!
Now, interestingly, all three Khans of Bollywood – Srk, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan have gone hand in hand, be it as rivals or as friends or as frenemies. The three stars have seen ups and downs together. In fact, while Srk and Aamir have already turned 58 this year, Salman will hit the number in 10 days.
As the three Khans are close to touching 60, their staggering net worths are unimaginable. Out of the trio, Srk rules with,...
- 12/16/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Aishwarya Moves Out Of The Bachchan House But Divorce With Abhishek Not On Cards! (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s marriage has reportedly hit rock bottom. According to the latest media reports, Aish has moved out of the Bachchan family’s house along with her and Abhishek’s daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan. The development comes days after speculations around the Bollywood couple’s divorce rumors, which began after Jr. Bachchan was spotted without his wedding ring.
Human relationships are fragile and often face various challenges, and when a marriage breaks down, it can be disheartening for both partners, especially when there are children involved. The latest reports have suggested that despite the trouble in paradise, Abhishek and Aish are not considering divorce as they aim to be the best parents to their 12-year-old.
A source close to the Bachchan family was quoted by Times Now as saying,...
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s marriage has reportedly hit rock bottom. According to the latest media reports, Aish has moved out of the Bachchan family’s house along with her and Abhishek’s daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan. The development comes days after speculations around the Bollywood couple’s divorce rumors, which began after Jr. Bachchan was spotted without his wedding ring.
Human relationships are fragile and often face various challenges, and when a marriage breaks down, it can be disheartening for both partners, especially when there are children involved. The latest reports have suggested that despite the trouble in paradise, Abhishek and Aish are not considering divorce as they aim to be the best parents to their 12-year-old.
A source close to the Bachchan family was quoted by Times Now as saying,...
- 12/15/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
Shah Rukh Khan and his actress-daughter Suhana prayed at the famed Shirdi Saibaba Temple here on Thursday. The Shirdi town visit came a couple of days after he went and prayed at the Vaishnodevi Mata Temple in Jammu, both coming ahead of his upcoming much-anticipated film, “Dunki”.
Videos of Srk and Suhana have surfaced on social media showing the father-daughter duo at the Shirdi Saibaba Temple.
While King Khan is sporting a white t-shirt with a dark coat and black cap plus an orange shawl around his shoulder, Suhana is seen attired in a pastel blue salwar-kurta suit.
Scores of fans taken by surprise at the sudden star-duo entry were seen jostling for a glimpse and clicking selfies, while Khan managed to greet and shake hands with some temple officials who came out to receive them, and waves out to his fans crowding around.
With two huge blockbusters – “Pathaan” and...
Videos of Srk and Suhana have surfaced on social media showing the father-daughter duo at the Shirdi Saibaba Temple.
While King Khan is sporting a white t-shirt with a dark coat and black cap plus an orange shawl around his shoulder, Suhana is seen attired in a pastel blue salwar-kurta suit.
Scores of fans taken by surprise at the sudden star-duo entry were seen jostling for a glimpse and clicking selfies, while Khan managed to greet and shake hands with some temple officials who came out to receive them, and waves out to his fans crowding around.
With two huge blockbusters – “Pathaan” and...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Shah Rukh Khan and his actress-daughter Suhana prayed at the famed Shirdi Saibaba Temple here on Thursday. The Shirdi town visit came a couple of days after he went and prayed at the Vaishnodevi Mata Temple in Jammu, both coming ahead of his upcoming much-anticipated film, “Dunki”.
Videos of Srk and Suhana have surfaced on social media showing the father-daughter duo at the Shirdi Saibaba Temple.
While King Khan is sporting a white t-shirt with a dark coat and black cap plus an orange shawl around his shoulder, Suhana is seen attired in a pastel blue salwar-kurta suit.
Scores of fans taken by surprise at the sudden star-duo entry were seen jostling for a glimpse and clicking selfies, while Khan managed to greet and shake hands with some temple officials who came out to receive them, and waves out to his fans crowding around.
With two huge blockbusters – “Pathaan” and...
Videos of Srk and Suhana have surfaced on social media showing the father-daughter duo at the Shirdi Saibaba Temple.
While King Khan is sporting a white t-shirt with a dark coat and black cap plus an orange shawl around his shoulder, Suhana is seen attired in a pastel blue salwar-kurta suit.
Scores of fans taken by surprise at the sudden star-duo entry were seen jostling for a glimpse and clicking selfies, while Khan managed to greet and shake hands with some temple officials who came out to receive them, and waves out to his fans crowding around.
With two huge blockbusters – “Pathaan” and...
- 12/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Salman Khan Owns 55.45% Of Khandaan’s 5259 Crore Net Worth; Here’s Where Sohail, Arbaaz & Arpita Stand ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Salman Khan’s family is one of the most powerful families in Bollywood. The Khan siblings and their father, Salim Khan, have accumulated a whopping net worth of 5,259 crore together. While obviously, most of this combined net worth has been owned and earned by Salman Khan, his father and the accomplished writer also own a major part.
In fact, people were shocked when they saw Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan’s entry into the core team on Bigg Boss. Now, while Salman Khans starts Weekend Ka Vaar on Friday for the reality show, Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan end it on Sunday with a chill session. While we know Bhaijaan is earning crores from Bigg Boss, we are sure Sohail and Arbaaz will also make a fortune from the show. And...
Salman Khan’s family is one of the most powerful families in Bollywood. The Khan siblings and their father, Salim Khan, have accumulated a whopping net worth of 5,259 crore together. While obviously, most of this combined net worth has been owned and earned by Salman Khan, his father and the accomplished writer also own a major part.
In fact, people were shocked when they saw Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan’s entry into the core team on Bigg Boss. Now, while Salman Khans starts Weekend Ka Vaar on Friday for the reality show, Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan end it on Sunday with a chill session. While we know Bhaijaan is earning crores from Bigg Boss, we are sure Sohail and Arbaaz will also make a fortune from the show. And...
- 12/14/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
Amid Animal’s Box Office Success Triptii Dimri’s Old Video Resurfaces – Watch ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
Bollywood has a new superstar in the making. Well, we are talking about the Animal actress Triptii Dimri. The actress has previously worked in films like Imtiaz Ali’s Laila Majnu, Anushka Sharma-backed Bulbul, and Netflix original Qala alongside Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan. However, it was after the release of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal that the actress got her due recognition. Dimri has now earned the label of ‘National Crush Of India’ and enjoys a massive fan following on and off social media.
For those who haven’t watched Animal yet, the actress has shot some bold scenes with Ranbir Kapoor, and it has not only taken social media by storm but also created havoc in theatres. Owing to the popularity she has gained with the Rk-led, she witnessed a...
Bollywood has a new superstar in the making. Well, we are talking about the Animal actress Triptii Dimri. The actress has previously worked in films like Imtiaz Ali’s Laila Majnu, Anushka Sharma-backed Bulbul, and Netflix original Qala alongside Irrfan Khan’s son Babil Khan. However, it was after the release of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Animal that the actress got her due recognition. Dimri has now earned the label of ‘National Crush Of India’ and enjoys a massive fan following on and off social media.
For those who haven’t watched Animal yet, the actress has shot some bold scenes with Ranbir Kapoor, and it has not only taken social media by storm but also created havoc in theatres. Owing to the popularity she has gained with the Rk-led, she witnessed a...
- 12/14/2023
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Koffee With Karan Season 8 Episode 8 Featured Aditya Roy Kapur & Arjun Kapoor On The Hot Couch!( Photo Credit – DisneyPlus Hotstar / YouTube )
Koffee With Karan Season 8 Episode 8 premiered on Disney+ Hostar on Thursday midnight. The latest duo on the couch was Aditya Roy Kapur and Arjun Kapoor. And they were seen talking about their romantic lives, box office failures, and much more. Scroll below for all the details!
The episode began with host Karan Johar introducing Aditya and Arjun as “two unmarried boys who just want to have fun.” But that seems far from the case as the duo seem smitten by their respective girlfriends – Ananya Panday and Malaika Arora.
From Karan Johar pushing Aditya Roy Kapur to confess his romance with Ananya Panday to Arjun Kapoor addressing social media trolls, take a look at the top 5 highlights of Koffee With Karan’s latest episode below:
Ananya Panday is “pure joy”:...
Koffee With Karan Season 8 Episode 8 premiered on Disney+ Hostar on Thursday midnight. The latest duo on the couch was Aditya Roy Kapur and Arjun Kapoor. And they were seen talking about their romantic lives, box office failures, and much more. Scroll below for all the details!
The episode began with host Karan Johar introducing Aditya and Arjun as “two unmarried boys who just want to have fun.” But that seems far from the case as the duo seem smitten by their respective girlfriends – Ananya Panday and Malaika Arora.
From Karan Johar pushing Aditya Roy Kapur to confess his romance with Ananya Panday to Arjun Kapoor addressing social media trolls, take a look at the top 5 highlights of Koffee With Karan’s latest episode below:
Ananya Panday is “pure joy”:...
- 12/13/2023
- by Jishika Madaan
- KoiMoi
In a new uInterivew, Indian director Zoya Akhtar spoke about her new film The Archies and how it is connected to Indian cinema.
Akhtar created the movie after meeting the founder of Graphic India, Sharad Devarajan, to discuss a separate comic.
“I just by the by mentioned that I was an Archie fan growing up, I grew up reading the Archie comics,” she told uInterview founder Erik Meers exclusively. “The next thing I know he told me it was leased to Netflix and, next thing I know, Netflix calls me and says would you be interested, and it was an offer I couldn’t refuse.”
She explained how the Archie comics were a vital part of her childhood in India and described it as her “portal to America.”
When creating the plotline of the film, Akhtar made sure that it reached the original audience and reached a newer one as well.
Akhtar created the movie after meeting the founder of Graphic India, Sharad Devarajan, to discuss a separate comic.
“I just by the by mentioned that I was an Archie fan growing up, I grew up reading the Archie comics,” she told uInterview founder Erik Meers exclusively. “The next thing I know he told me it was leased to Netflix and, next thing I know, Netflix calls me and says would you be interested, and it was an offer I couldn’t refuse.”
She explained how the Archie comics were a vital part of her childhood in India and described it as her “portal to America.”
When creating the plotline of the film, Akhtar made sure that it reached the original audience and reached a newer one as well.
- 12/13/2023
- by Nina Hauswirth
- Uinterview
Amid Ongoing Nepotism Debate, Javed Akhtar Lauds Agastya Nanda For The Archies, Comparing Him To Rishi Kapoor!
Amid the ongoing debate around nepotism with the launch of three star kids in The Archies, Javed Akhtar has lauded Agastya Nanda for his debut in the Zoya Akhtar directorial. Akhtar said that while he tends to face criticism while praising his daughter Zoya, he has no reservations about admiring Agastya. Calling him one of the most brilliant emerging talents in the Hindi film industry since Rishi Kapoor over half a century ago, the noted lyricist emphasized that, like the late actor, Nanda also represents a more ‘masoom’ alternative to the prevalent macho image that heroes portray in today’s cinema.
Agastya Nanda is the grandson of megastar Amitabh Bachchan and the son of Shweta Bachchan Nanda-Nikhil Nanda. Alongside Agastya, The Archies also marks the debut of Sridevi-Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor...
Amid the ongoing debate around nepotism with the launch of three star kids in The Archies, Javed Akhtar has lauded Agastya Nanda for his debut in the Zoya Akhtar directorial. Akhtar said that while he tends to face criticism while praising his daughter Zoya, he has no reservations about admiring Agastya. Calling him one of the most brilliant emerging talents in the Hindi film industry since Rishi Kapoor over half a century ago, the noted lyricist emphasized that, like the late actor, Nanda also represents a more ‘masoom’ alternative to the prevalent macho image that heroes portray in today’s cinema.
Agastya Nanda is the grandson of megastar Amitabh Bachchan and the son of Shweta Bachchan Nanda-Nikhil Nanda. Alongside Agastya, The Archies also marks the debut of Sridevi-Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor...
- 12/12/2023
- by Shivani Negi
- KoiMoi
The Archies: Zoya Akhtar Defends Roping In Star Kids Like Suhana Khan, Khushi Kapoor & Agastya Nanda ( Photo Credit – Instagram; Facebook )
After being in the news for quite some time, Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ was finally released on the Ott giant Netflix. The film, which is an official Indian adaptation of Archie Comics, stars three privileged star kids- Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Sridevi-Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, along with other debutants. Since the film hit the Ott platform, it’s been at the receiving end while Zoya is being slammed for casting star kids, reigniting the nepotism debate.
Now, the filmmaker has hit back at the haters. Zoya, who’s known to be a critically acclaimed filmmaker, has given fans unforgettable films like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Gully Boy, Dil Dhadakne Do, and others. She has recently...
After being in the news for quite some time, Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ was finally released on the Ott giant Netflix. The film, which is an official Indian adaptation of Archie Comics, stars three privileged star kids- Shah Rukh Khan-Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Sridevi-Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, along with other debutants. Since the film hit the Ott platform, it’s been at the receiving end while Zoya is being slammed for casting star kids, reigniting the nepotism debate.
Now, the filmmaker has hit back at the haters. Zoya, who’s known to be a critically acclaimed filmmaker, has given fans unforgettable films like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Gully Boy, Dil Dhadakne Do, and others. She has recently...
- 12/10/2023
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Apart From Abhishek Bachchan Only One Family Member Follows Aishwarya Rai Bachchan On Instagram ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
The internet is roaring yet again with the divorce and separation rumors about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. What has added fuel to the fire is Amitabh Bachchan’s Instagram account, which does not follow the Ponniyin Selvan actress. However, many portals have reported that the most senior Bachchan has unfollowed the daughter-in-law, but we don’t even know if he followed her in the first place.
The information is half-baked and half-cooked, and peeking into their family matter at such a time with such half pieces of information does not seem cool. None ever noticed if Bachchan senior used to follow the former Miss World.
In fact, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has never been acknowledged by Amitabh Bachchan on his social media, which might hint that he might not have been following her ever.
The internet is roaring yet again with the divorce and separation rumors about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. What has added fuel to the fire is Amitabh Bachchan’s Instagram account, which does not follow the Ponniyin Selvan actress. However, many portals have reported that the most senior Bachchan has unfollowed the daughter-in-law, but we don’t even know if he followed her in the first place.
The information is half-baked and half-cooked, and peeking into their family matter at such a time with such half pieces of information does not seem cool. None ever noticed if Bachchan senior used to follow the former Miss World.
In fact, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has never been acknowledged by Amitabh Bachchan on his social media, which might hint that he might not have been following her ever.
- 12/9/2023
- by Trisha Gaur
- KoiMoi
The Archies is a new Netflix movie tied to Archie Comics, and it's spearheaded by its remarkable cast of up-and-coming Indian actors.
Directed by Zoya Akhtar, The Archies made its debut on the streaming service on December 7, and it tackles the story of the titular character, played by Agastya Nanda, as he navigates the ups and downs of romance, friendship, and protecting Riverdale.
Every Main Actor & Character in The Archies Read full article on The Direct.
Directed by Zoya Akhtar, The Archies made its debut on the streaming service on December 7, and it tackles the story of the titular character, played by Agastya Nanda, as he navigates the ups and downs of romance, friendship, and protecting Riverdale.
Every Main Actor & Character in The Archies Read full article on The Direct.
- 12/8/2023
- by Aeron Mer Eclarinal
- The Direct
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Poor Things, The Color Purple and American Fiction.
Leave the World Behind premiere
Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke, Myha’la, Kevin Bacon, Farrah Mackenzie, Charlie Evans and writer-director Sam Esmail walked the carpet at the NYC premiere of their Netflix thriller on Monday.
Ethan Hawke and Julia Roberts Kevin Bacon, Sam Esmail, Ethan Hawke, Julia Roberts, Farrah Mackenzie, Charlie Evans, Mahershala Ali and Myha’la Herrold
American Fiction premiere
Writer-director Cord Jefferson joined stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross and Sterling K. Brown at their film’s Los Angeles premiere on Tuesday.
Cord Jefferson, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jeffrey Wright, Sterling K. Brown, Erika Alexander and Adam Brody
Wish music celebration
The team behind the music of Wish, including star Ariana DeBose, celebrated with an event in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
Leave the World Behind premiere
Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke, Myha’la, Kevin Bacon, Farrah Mackenzie, Charlie Evans and writer-director Sam Esmail walked the carpet at the NYC premiere of their Netflix thriller on Monday.
Ethan Hawke and Julia Roberts Kevin Bacon, Sam Esmail, Ethan Hawke, Julia Roberts, Farrah Mackenzie, Charlie Evans, Mahershala Ali and Myha’la Herrold
American Fiction premiere
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- 12/8/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Welcome to a journey through the world of The Archies, where nostalgia meets a fresh take on a beloved series. As we anticipate the transition of these iconic characters from comic strips to our screens, let’s explore the ensemble that will bring this universe to life. The Archies Overview Originating as a vibrant comic series, The Archies has charmed readers since its inception. Now, set against the backdrop of the ’60s rock and roll era, it prepares to captivate anew with its upcoming television adaptation. The Archies starts from a similar place (the arrival of Veronica Lodge and turning Archie’s...
- 12/8/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Exclusive: Sunny Deol’s Leading Lady In Lahore 1947 Is Aamir Khan’s Co-Star From Laal Singh Chaddha?(Photo Credit –Instagram/wikimedia)
Before Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal took the box office records only to shatter them one at a time, Sunny Deol did the same with Gadar 2 in August this year. The surprising success of Anil Sharma’s nostalgia-ridden blockbuster opened a lot of doors for Sunny, and he chose to enter the one guarded by Aamir Khan.
Last month, Aamir broke the news about working with Sunny Deol for a film titled Lahore 1947. Yeah, the title suggests that it’ll also find its anchor in patriotism to attract a larger section of the audience. Fans got excited and predicted this could be another box office monster aiming to enter the illustrious 1000-crore club.
Here’s what Aamir Khan posted while announcing the film, “I, and the entire team at Akp,...
Before Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal took the box office records only to shatter them one at a time, Sunny Deol did the same with Gadar 2 in August this year. The surprising success of Anil Sharma’s nostalgia-ridden blockbuster opened a lot of doors for Sunny, and he chose to enter the one guarded by Aamir Khan.
Last month, Aamir broke the news about working with Sunny Deol for a film titled Lahore 1947. Yeah, the title suggests that it’ll also find its anchor in patriotism to attract a larger section of the audience. Fans got excited and predicted this could be another box office monster aiming to enter the illustrious 1000-crore club.
Here’s what Aamir Khan posted while announcing the film, “I, and the entire team at Akp,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Umesh Punwani
- KoiMoi
Zoya Akhtar’s The Archies has become the talk of town from the moment it popped on Netflix. With a lot of vibrant energy and a slew of new Bollywood kids, the musical is being adored by many. There are naysayers who are not particularly happy with the amateurish acting from the cast and the overall naivety of the entire plot, but that only proves The Archies is going to stick around for a while. Hence, we thought it’d be a good idea to conjure a list of films that have a similar vibe. Whether you are digging The Archies or not, at least a few movies from this list should work for you.
Kuch Kuch Hota Hain (1998)
The Archies is not the first time Bollywood has attempted to adapt the popular comics. Twenty-five years ago, a very young Karan Johar thought it would be cool to mold Archie,...
Kuch Kuch Hota Hain (1998)
The Archies is not the first time Bollywood has attempted to adapt the popular comics. Twenty-five years ago, a very young Karan Johar thought it would be cool to mold Archie,...
- 12/8/2023
- by Rohitavra Majumdar
- Film Fugitives
He's here, he's there, he's every-f*cking-where — and we're not talking about Ted Lasso's Roy Kent. "Archie" is the name on everyone's lips this week, although the man in question varies depending on whether you're looking for an iconic actor or a teenage bandleader. On Thursday, December 7, Archie dominates streaming in two new projects: Netflix's The Archies, a Hindi-language musical directed by Zoya Akhtar, and Archie, a four-part biopic about the life and career of Cary Grant, born Archibald Alexander Leach, streaming on BritBox.
- 12/7/2023
- by Claire Spellberg Lustig
- Primetimer
Marketed with a 100-day countdown and a dozen brand collaborations, Netflix’s The Archies is finally here. Adapted for the screen from the “Archie” comics, the film brings the all-American story to an Indian setting in the early 1960s. Sir John Riverdale, an Englishman, first posted in Bombay, fell in love with a beautiful Indian woman named Sitara. It seems Sir John couldn’t resist anything beautiful, so when he found a stunning piece of land somewhere in the mountains, he and his wife took all their savings and their four children, bought the land from a Maharaj, and named their new Anglo-Indian town Riverdale, after him, of course. The town grew, and it became a haven for the half-British, half-Indian kids who had nowhere else to go. After independence, many left the town, moving to England, but those who stayed planted their roots by quite literally planting trees in their central park,...
- 12/7/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Suhana Khan Finally Made Daddy Dearest Shah Rukh Khan’s Dream Come True – Watch(Photo Credit –Instagram)
Shah Rukh Khan is a proud father as his darling daughter Suhana Khan has finally stepped into showbiz. Today marks the official launch of Suhana into movies as her debut film, The Archies, has begun streaming on Netflix. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film stars an ensemble cast of newbies and star kids like Sridevi’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Yuvraj Menda and Dot.
Recently, The Archies’ makers hosted a huge premiere of the Netflix original film that saw who’s who of the industry in attendance. It not only witnessed the whole Bachchan and Nanda parivaar coming together but also Srk walking with the whole Khan-daan, including Gauri Khan, Aryan Khan, AbRam Khan, and Srk’s mother-in-law Savita Chibber.
Soon after the photos...
Shah Rukh Khan is a proud father as his darling daughter Suhana Khan has finally stepped into showbiz. Today marks the official launch of Suhana into movies as her debut film, The Archies, has begun streaming on Netflix. Helmed by Zoya Akhtar, the film stars an ensemble cast of newbies and star kids like Sridevi’s daughter Khushi Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson Agastya Nanda, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Yuvraj Menda and Dot.
Recently, The Archies’ makers hosted a huge premiere of the Netflix original film that saw who’s who of the industry in attendance. It not only witnessed the whole Bachchan and Nanda parivaar coming together but also Srk walking with the whole Khan-daan, including Gauri Khan, Aryan Khan, AbRam Khan, and Srk’s mother-in-law Savita Chibber.
Soon after the photos...
- 12/7/2023
- by Oshine Koul
- KoiMoi
Box Office – Animal enters Top-10 list of Bollywood’s All Time Highest lifetime grossers in just 6 days, will be in Top-5 by tomorrow ( Photo Credit – T-Series / YouTube )
Animal is climbing the ladder at a supremely rapid pace, and how! While it has emerged as the second fastest Bollywood film ever to enter the 300 Crore Club and that too in just 6 days, it now has another really huge record to its name.
It’s now amongst the Top-10 highest grossers ever and is competing with the lifetime collections of other biggie. With its current score well past the 300 crores mark, it’s finding itself at the No. 10 spot already.
The film has edged out Padmaavat from the list. The Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Dhahid Kapoor starrer had netted 302.15 crores in its final run and now Animal has surpassed this number in quick time.
Trending Animal Box Office Collection (Overseas):...
Animal is climbing the ladder at a supremely rapid pace, and how! While it has emerged as the second fastest Bollywood film ever to enter the 300 Crore Club and that too in just 6 days, it now has another really huge record to its name.
It’s now amongst the Top-10 highest grossers ever and is competing with the lifetime collections of other biggie. With its current score well past the 300 crores mark, it’s finding itself at the No. 10 spot already.
The film has edged out Padmaavat from the list. The Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and Dhahid Kapoor starrer had netted 302.15 crores in its final run and now Animal has surpassed this number in quick time.
Trending Animal Box Office Collection (Overseas):...
- 12/7/2023
- by Joginder Tuteja
- KoiMoi
The Archies Movie Review Rating:
Star Cast: Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Yuvraj Menda, Dot.
Director: Zoya Akhtar
The Archies Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
What’s Good: Aesthetics, looks, feel!
What’s Bad: Story, narration, screenplay, dialogues, performances, existence!
Loo Break: There are 16 songs; choose any of them!
Watch or Not?: Only if you haven’t read Archie’s comics, because if you have, you’ll hate it even more
Available On: Netflix
Runtime: 2 hours 23 minutes
User Rating:
It’s 1964, we are in Riverdale, a fictional hilltown set in North India dominated by an Anglo-Indian community; and we’re introduced to ‘Green Park’ by Archie Andrews (Agastya Nanda), who explains the history attached to it. Apart from loving Green Park, Archie also likes the Brunnete Veronica Lodge (Suhana Khan) and Blonde Betty Cooper (Khushi Kapoor) at the same time.
The confusing love...
Star Cast: Agastya Nanda, Khushi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, Vedang Raina, Mihir Ahuja, Yuvraj Menda, Dot.
Director: Zoya Akhtar
The Archies Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – Instagram )
What’s Good: Aesthetics, looks, feel!
What’s Bad: Story, narration, screenplay, dialogues, performances, existence!
Loo Break: There are 16 songs; choose any of them!
Watch or Not?: Only if you haven’t read Archie’s comics, because if you have, you’ll hate it even more
Available On: Netflix
Runtime: 2 hours 23 minutes
User Rating:
It’s 1964, we are in Riverdale, a fictional hilltown set in North India dominated by an Anglo-Indian community; and we’re introduced to ‘Green Park’ by Archie Andrews (Agastya Nanda), who explains the history attached to it. Apart from loving Green Park, Archie also likes the Brunnete Veronica Lodge (Suhana Khan) and Blonde Betty Cooper (Khushi Kapoor) at the same time.
The confusing love...
- 12/7/2023
- by Umesh Punwani
- KoiMoi
When Zoya Akhtar was approached some years ago by Graphic India to see if she was interested in adapting American comic The Phantom, her first question was whether the Archies comics were available for adaptation.
Like many Indians of her generation, she had been an avid reader of the comics as a child: “I remember cycling to the library to get the double digest, then would come back home and nobody could get a word out of me, I was just reading that comic,” Akhtar tells Deadline.
She says the appeal of the comics is that they were a portal into the West at a time when India was still not totally liberalized and there was no cable and satellite TV to provide a window into the wider world. “It showed us everything about Western culture – how people dressed, what they were listening to, what food they were eating, so...
Like many Indians of her generation, she had been an avid reader of the comics as a child: “I remember cycling to the library to get the double digest, then would come back home and nobody could get a word out of me, I was just reading that comic,” Akhtar tells Deadline.
She says the appeal of the comics is that they were a portal into the West at a time when India was still not totally liberalized and there was no cable and satellite TV to provide a window into the wider world. “It showed us everything about Western culture – how people dressed, what they were listening to, what food they were eating, so...
- 12/7/2023
- by Liz Shackleton
- Deadline Film + TV
Leave it to Zoya Akhtar to get you excited about a film about rich kids and their little naive problems, and then take it all away in a 2-hour, 23-minute-long snooze fest. I really wanted to like this film; in fact, I’ve been defending it since the trailers dropped, just to have an objective viewpoint on it all, but now I simply feel embarrassed. The Archies is set in the fictional Anglo-Indian town of Riverdale, somewhere in the north of India. The film follows 17-year-old Archie and his friends (mostly the two girls he’s confused about) as they navigate through friendship, romance, and a real-world problem—the future of their beloved park! As I put those words down, it makes me realize how true to them the film actually is. I would like to say that there are some enjoyable parts in this film, maybe the two dance...
- 12/7/2023
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
The first image that the word ‘Bollywood’ conjures up is one of song and dance. And Netflix’s “The Archies” promises to be a prime example of that.
“The Archies” is a 1960s-set feature film adaptation of the Archie comics, which are hugely popular on the Indian subcontinent. The musical drama is directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Akhtar and Reema Kagti (“Dahaad”) for Tiger Baby and Sharad Devarajan for Graphic India. It is written by Kagti, Akhtar and Ayesha DeVitre (“Kapoor & Sons”).
Young actors Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda and Vedang Raina feature in the film’s cast. The offspring of Bollywood royalty are debuting in the film, including Khushi Kapoor, the daughter of the late actor Sridevi and producer Boney Kapoor and sister of Janhvi Kapoor; superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan; and Agastya Nanda, the grandson of revered actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.
“The Archies” is a 1960s-set feature film adaptation of the Archie comics, which are hugely popular on the Indian subcontinent. The musical drama is directed by Zoya Akhtar and produced by Akhtar and Reema Kagti (“Dahaad”) for Tiger Baby and Sharad Devarajan for Graphic India. It is written by Kagti, Akhtar and Ayesha DeVitre (“Kapoor & Sons”).
Young actors Mihir Ahuja, Dot, Yuvraj Menda and Vedang Raina feature in the film’s cast. The offspring of Bollywood royalty are debuting in the film, including Khushi Kapoor, the daughter of the late actor Sridevi and producer Boney Kapoor and sister of Janhvi Kapoor; superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan; and Agastya Nanda, the grandson of revered actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.
- 12/7/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
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