Hansal Mehta accuses censor board of double standards

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 16:22

Hansal Mehta has accused censor board of discrimination, saying his film `Shahid` was rated `A` while big films like `Ramleela` and `Madras Cafe` were given U/A certificate.

Nargis Fakhri off to Dubai

Last Updated: Friday, December 20, 2013, 14:45

Actress Nargis Fakhri left for Dubai to attend the grand opening of Meramar Lounge and Club Experience Friday.

Tamil filmmaker Leena Manimekalai ticks off Bollywood films

Last Updated: Thursday, December 19, 2013, 18:30

A Tamil off-beat film-maker has criticised two recent Hindi films `Madras Cafe` and `Chennai Express` for what she says wrong portrayal of Tamil issues and said they were not based on adequate research.

I believe in small-budget films: Director Shoojit Sircar

Last Updated: Monday, November 25, 2013, 15:14

Shoojit Sircar, known for his different sensibilities and filmmaking techniques, thinks that he cannot handle subjects like ‘Dabangg’ and ‘Krrish’.

`Madras Cafe` not an honest film: Sri Lankan filmmaker

Last Updated: Wednesday, November 13, 2013, 08:26

Noting that his country`s films are taking a hit from the more popular Bollywood productions, noted Sri Lankan filmmaker Prasanna Vithanage Tuesday alleged that ‘Madras Cafe’ was not an "honest" movie.

Producer`s seat more comfortable: Director Shoojit Sircar

Last Updated: Wednesday, October 30, 2013, 11:22

Be it the slice of life in ‘Vicky Donor’ or the portrayal of harsh reality in ‘Madras Cafe’, director Shoojit Sircar`s films fetched him loads of accolades.

Travelling is a very important part of my life, says John Abraham

Last Updated: Tuesday, October 15, 2013, 16:12

John Abraham has opened up about his love of travelling, asserting that he is a bohemian by nature and enjoys exploring different destinations.

TV not on John Abraham`s wish list, yet

Last Updated: Monday, October 7, 2013, 13:20

Actor-producer John Abraham says right he is not thinking about switching from the big to the small screen because he believes movies are the right platform for him.

John shoots Rs 3 crore song for `Welcome Back`

Last Updated: Friday, October 4, 2013, 20:52

John Abraham`s entry in Anees Bazmee`s `Welcome Back` will not be an ordinary one. The director has spent Rs.3 crore on a song that will introduce the actor in the comedy.

John Abraham has no starry tantrums: Sambhavna Seth

Last Updated: Friday, October 4, 2013, 20:16

Sambhavna Seth, who is just back from shooting an item number with John Abraham for `Welcome Back`, praises him for his humbleness.

‘Madras Cafe’ review: A gritty cinematic experience

Last Updated: Friday, October 4, 2013, 13:40

Amidst a lot of controversies and protests ‘Madras Cafe’ opened today with a lot of speculation. The film is Bollywood’s attempt at political thriller, and director Shoojit Sircar has not disappointed.

John Abraham to star in sports film ?

Last Updated: Saturday, September 28, 2013, 12:06

After winning critical acclaim for his last release, `Madras Cafe`, based on the Sri Lankan civil war, actor-producer John Abraham is now taking his interest in sports forward by planning to make films on football, motorcycling and boxing.