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Louise Willder explores the debate over book-to-film adaptations in her new book, The Book Was Better. She argues that books and movies are barely comparable, calling them “apples and giraffes” in novelist Dennis Lehane’s phrase. While some adaptations fail, others succeed by focusing on an emotional connection over strict fidelity.
Kriti Sanon is set to headline a large-scale horror film backed by Maddock Films. The actress said, “I’m doing a film that is on my shoulders.” She noted that while many meaty parts exist for women, pay parity remains an issue. She urged audiences to support female-led projects for change.
Netflix India now offers five gripping Chinese action dramas for your weekend watchlist. These shows feature intense police investigations, criminal underworlds, and dangerous conspiracies. From the story of a former gangster in The Fixers to the gaming world of The King’s Avatar, many exciting tales await viewers on the platform.
Saiyaara fame Shaan R Grover will headline Chand Mohammad’s upcoming thriller Junglywood. The film explores the film industry’s insider-outsider debate through dark humour and psychological twists. Shaan said, “Every actor dreams to headline their own film and with Junglywood I am getting that chance.” The trailer drops around Halloween this year.
Udta Teer opened at ₹4.10 crore on its first day at the box office. The film easily drew audiences away from other movies like Nayyi Navelli and Prahaar. It also performed better than Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui and Doctor G, though it remains far behind Ayushmann’s highest opener, Thamma, at ₹23 crore.
Radhika Apte said most women in Bollywood must do films led by men because only Alia Bhatt or Deepika Padukone can get a theatrical opening. She noted, “I don't have that, like generally, I'm not an Alia Bhatt or Deepika Padukone where you can, at least, hope that they'll be opening.”
Jailer 2 entered the top 20 highest-grossing Indian films list on Friday after reaching ₹628 crore worldwide. The Rajinikanth-starrer beat blockbusters like Salaar and Sultan to secure its spot. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the film got a massive boost during Navratri and Dussehra, showing that many fans still love the franchise.
Kriti Sanon spoke to Kareena Kapoor about the online trolling she faced over her Raksha Bandhan commercial. She said, "My choli became a national debate." The actor felt the issue was unwarranted as trolls started abusing her family. She highlighted how women are constantly scrutinized for their personal choices.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna appeared on Koffee With Karan season 9 on October 21. Fans criticised Vijay for his behaviour, leading to comparisons with his Arjun Reddy character. An old clip resurfaced where Ananya Panday said, "I don't think that is something I would be okay with in a relationship."
Fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee hosted a grand Diwali party at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. He shared images on October 24, showing the venue filled with a peacock centrepiece and strawberry pyramids. Guests like Rani Mukerji and Masaba Gupta wore stunning outfits at the elegant event.
Shooters who attacked Tiger Shroff in Mumbai on October 18 used TV news updates to dodge police. Handlers sent messages via apps to guide the trio after they fled. Police sources said, "We knew it was an app that used Voice over Internet Protocol, but we could not trace it."
Dwayne Johnson looks unrecognisable as a frail 70-year-old man in new set photos from Benny Safdie's Lizard Music. The actor wore prosthetics and a grey wig for his role as Chicken Man. He said, "I am your Chicken Man." The film is scheduled to release in theatres on Christmas Day.