<p>India's Bollywood, the Hindi film industry based out of Mumbai, may now exhale in relief as Shah Rukh Khan's charm shines on screen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite worries over several big-screen disappointments in the previous year, it is clear that Indians still adore going to the movies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The triumph of extravagant, life-sized movies like "Pathan" and "Jawan" bears witness to this. In addition, big-budget upcoming films like "Tiger 3," "Dunki," and "Project K" demonstrate that the appeal of the big screen is still strong despite the threat posed by OTT platforms and web series in theatres, which was a worry after the epidemic.</p>

<p>A recent survey by 'The CineFiles'&nbsp;shows that 98 per cent of Indians believe that the magic of cinema comes to life on a big screen. Thirty per cent of the participants ascribe this opinion to elements like specific directors, themes, and visual effects (VFX).</p>

<p>Ninety per cent of respondents said that seeing the newest film in a theatre is their favourite way to pass the time when not at home. This preference outranks going shopping, seeing live performances, and going on adventurous trips.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A noteworthy 63 per cent of participants thought about movies at least once every two weeks, highlighting the fact that the cinematic experience is far from being obsolete. Many generations agree with this sentiment; Gen Z and Millennials are even thinking about going to the movies on a big screen once a week.</p>

<p>Out of the 5,000 respondents to the survey, 41 per cent were Gen Z and 59 per cent were Millennials and Gen X.</p>

<p>Indian moviegoers are also renowned for their meticulous planning; 74 per cent of them choose films that speak to them and reserve seats at least three days in advance. Furthermore, 74% of moviegoers like to view a film at a theatre from the seat of their choosing, therefore they make reservations in advance.</p>

<p>When deciding which movies to see on a large screen, the plot, the cast, the director, reviews and ratings, and the trailer's impact are the main deciding considerations. Interestingly, 38% of those surveyed in Delhi value reviews and ratings, people in Bengaluru value the director's involvement (32 per cent), and people in Mumbai value the storyline (43 per cent). This illustrates how crucial high-quality content is.</p>

<p>The thrill surrounding "first day, first show" has returned, with 35 per cent of GenZ favouring the early morning experience. About 36 per cent of Gen Z and Millennial moviegoers look for an immersive experience when choosing a big screen to escape from stress and obligations. On the other hand, Gen X moviegoers prioritise the cast of a film as well as referrals from friends and family before taking a cinematic trip.</p>


India's Bollywood, the Hindi film industry based out of Mumbai, may now exhale in relief as Shah Rukh Khan's charm shines on screen. Despite worries over several big-screen disappointments in the previous year, it is clear that Indians still adore going to the movies.

India's Bollywood, the Hindi film industry based out of Mumbai, may now exhale in relief as Shah Rukh Khan's charm shines on screen. Despite worries over several big-screen disappointments in the previous year, it is clear that Indians still adore going to the movies. The triumph of extravagant, life-sized movies like "Pathan" and "Jawan" bears witness to this. In addition, big-budget upcoming films like "Tiger 3," "Dunki," and "Project K" demonstrate that the appeal of the big screen is still strong despite the threat posed by OTT platforms and web series in theatres, which was a worry after the epidemic. A recent survey by 'The CineFiles' shows that 98 per cent of Indians believe that the magic of cinema comes to life on a big screen. Thirty per cent of the participants ascribe this opinion to elements like specific directors, themes, and visual effects (VFX). Ninety per cent of respondents said that seeing the newest film in a theatre is their favourite way to pass the time when not at home. This preference outranks going shopping, seeing live performances, and going on adventurous trips. A noteworthy 63 per cent of participants thought about movies at least once every two weeks, highlighting the fact that the cinematic experience is far from being obsolete. Many generations agree with this sentiment; Gen Z and Millennials are even thinking about going to the movies on a big screen once a week. Out of the 5,000 respondents to the survey, 41 per cent were Gen Z and 59 per cent were Millennials and Gen X. Indian moviegoers are also renowned for their meticulous planning; 74 per cent of them choose films that speak to them and reserve seats at least three days in advance. Furthermore, 74% of moviegoers like to view a film at a theatre from the seat of their choosing, therefore they make reservations in advance. When deciding which movies to see on a large screen, the plot, the cast, the director, reviews and ratings, and the trailer's impact are the main deciding considerations. Interestingly, 38% of those surveyed in Delhi value reviews and ratings, people in Bengaluru value the director's involvement (32 per cent), and people in Mumbai value the storyline (43 per cent). This illustrates how crucial high-quality content is. The thrill surrounding "first day, first show" has returned, with 35 per cent of GenZ favouring the early morning experience. About 36 per cent of Gen Z and Millennial moviegoers look for an immersive experience when choosing a big screen to escape from stress and obligations. On the other hand, Gen X moviegoers prioritise the cast of a film as well as referrals from friends and family before taking a cinematic trip.

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Veteran Indian actor Waheeda Rahman has been declared the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award this year. The announcement was made by the Indian Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur. She will be conferred with the country's top honour for her contributions to the field of Cinema.

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<p>Karan Johar’s highly-anticipated directorial venture <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em>, starring the dynamic duo of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, is all set to hit theatres on July 28. Last night, an exclusive screening was organised in Mumbai for the filmmaker's industry friends and it saw the presence of Bollywood's who's who.</p>

<p>Karisma Kapoor, the adored Kapoor family actress, attended the screening&nbsp;to offer her support for Alia Bhatt, who plays the lead as Rani in the film. From the premiere, Karisma posted a beautiful selfie on Instagram with Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor. The three were seen grinning with glee in the photo, offering a lovely sight for their admirers.</p>

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<p>Karishma captioned the post saying, "My heartline and my bloodline Rocky and Ranbir." The message soon drew the audience's attention and admirers swamped the comment section with love and joy. Karisma's sister, Kareena Kapoor Khan, also joined in and commented, adding a star, rainbow and love emojis to show her love and admiration for the cute photo. Ranveer and some other celebs also commented on the photo.</p>

<p>Among the star-studded attendees were Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, the lead actors of the film, along with veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Jaya Bachchan. The guest list also included popular stars like Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, and Ananya Panday, showcasing the immense support from the film fraternity.</p>

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<p>The grand event was also graced by celebrities like Javed Akhtar, Abhishek Bachchan, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Malaika Arora, Kim Sharma, Karisma Kapoor, and Gauri Khan, among others. Their presence at the special screening added to the buzz and excitement surrounding the movie.</p>

<p><em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> promises to usher in a new age of love, focusing on the enthralling narrative of Rocky (Ranveer Singh) and Rani (Alia Bhatt). The film laments the story of two people from different cultural origins, Rocky being Punjabi and Rani being Bengali. As they begin their journey, the film's goal is to highlight the beauty of many cultures as well as the ability of love to cross boundaries.</p>

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<p>With Karan Johar at the helm and an ensemble cast that includes seasoned performers like Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi, <em>Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani</em> has created a lot of hype among filmgoers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film, which is set to be released on July 28, is believed to be Karan Johar's triumphant return to the director's chair. As fans anxiously anticipate the film's premiere, Karisma Kapoor's lovely snapshot has added to the excitement around this bigger-than-life romantic drama.</p>

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Karan Johar’s highly-anticipated directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, starring the dynamic duo of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, is all set to hit theatres on July 28.

Karan Johar’s highly-anticipated directorial venture Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, starring the dynamic duo of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, is all set to hit theatres on July 28. Last night, an exclusive screening was organised in Mumbai for the filmmaker's industry friends and it saw the presence of Bollywood's who's who. Karisma Kapoor, the adored Kapoor family actress, attended the screening to offer her support for Alia Bhatt, who plays the lead as Rani in the film. From the premiere, Karisma posted a beautiful selfie on Instagram with Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor. The three were seen grinning with glee in the photo, offering a lovely sight for their admirers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Karisma Kapoor (@therealkarismakapoor) × Also read: Finally! Made In Heaven season two to premiere on this date Karishma captioned the post saying, "My heartline and my bloodline Rocky and Ranbir." The message soon drew the audience's attention and admirers swamped the comment section with love and joy. Karisma's sister, Kareena Kapoor Khan, also joined in and commented, adding a star, rainbow and love emojis to show her love and admiration for the cute photo. Ranveer and some other celebs also commented on the photo. Among the star-studded attendees were Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, the lead actors of the film, along with veteran actors Shabana Azmi and Jaya Bachchan. The guest list also included popular stars like Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi, and Ananya Panday, showcasing the immense support from the film fraternity. Also read: Golda trailer: Helen Mirren becomes Israeli stateswoman in this biopic The grand event was also graced by celebrities like Javed Akhtar, Abhishek Bachchan, Sara Ali Khan, Ibrahim Ali Khan, Malaika Arora, Kim Sharma, Karisma Kapoor, and Gauri Khan, among others. Their presence at the special screening added to the buzz and excitement surrounding the movie. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani promises to usher in a new age of love, focusing on the enthralling narrative of Rocky (Ranveer Singh) and Rani (Alia Bhatt). The film laments the story of two people from different cultural origins, Rocky being Punjabi and Rani being Bengali. As they begin their journey, the film's goal is to highlight the beauty of many cultures as well as the ability of love to cross boundaries. Also read: Tom and Jerry to get Asian spin, to chase each other in Singapore's landscape With Karan Johar at the helm and an ensemble cast that includes seasoned performers like Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has created a lot of hype among filmgoers. The film, which is set to be released on July 28, is believed to be Karan Johar's triumphant return to the director's chair. As fans anxiously anticipate the film's premiere, Karisma Kapoor's lovely snapshot has added to the excitement around this bigger-than-life romantic drama. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>India has told Netflix, Disney and other streaming services that their content should be independently reviewed for obscenity and violence before being shown online, according to a government document and sources.</p>

<p>The proposal was delivered to the streaming platforms at a June 20 meeting at the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The streaming companies, also referred to as OTT platforms, objected and no decision was reached, according to government minutes of the talks and an industry source who attended.</p>

<p>The ministry "highlighted concerns regarding obscene and vulgar content on OTT platforms, as expressed by Members of Parliament, citizen groups, and the general public," said the minutes, which are not public but were seen by Reuters.</p>

<p>Netflix and Amazon have become hugely popular in India, which is set to grow into a $7 billion market for the sector by 2027, according to Media&nbsp;Partners&nbsp;Asia.</p>

<p>Top Bollywood stars feature in online material, some of which has faced criticism from lawmakers and the public for scenes deemed vulgar or offensive to religious sentiments.</p>

<p>Though all films in Indian cinemas are reviewed and certified by a government-appointed board, streamed content is not.</p>

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<p>Officials in the meeting asked the industry to consider an independent panel to review content so that unsuitable material could be weeded out, two people who attended said.</p>

<p>The industry objected but the officials asked them to consider the idea, they added.</p>

<p>The government highlighted the need for a "more proactive approach" to ensure that streaming content, "including international content", aligns with a so-called code of ethics, the minutes showed.</p>

<p>That code already mandates providers to exercise caution on content that could incite violence or be sensitive for religious reasons.</p>

<p>The meeting was attended by Amazon, Disney, Netflix, Reliance's broadcast unit, Viacom18, and Apple TV.</p>

<p>The companies and the ministry did not respond to requests for comments.</p>

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<p>The discussions signal growing scrutiny of India's fast-growing streaming market.</p>

<p>The proposal also comes as streaming giants protest a government order to add 50-second tobacco health warnings in each piece of content, and two years after India ordered the setting up self-regulatory bodies for complaints about streaming content.</p>

<p>Industry executives say India's streaming regulations are among the world's most stringent.</p>

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<p>At an April event, when the government agreed to a partnership with Amazon to promote film and television, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said streaming platforms should "not propagate vulgarity and abuse camouflaged as creative expression".</p>

<p>Thakur has said complaints about obscene content were increasing and the government was willing to change regulations if need be to address the problem.</p>

<p>Indian officials also proposed at the meeting the formation of an expert panel to set age ratings, instead of platforms doing that themselves, one of the attendees said.</p>

<p>The platforms said they would ensure strong parental controls and "special care would be taken in respect of suitability of the international content", the minutes showed.</p>

<p>Suhasini Maniratnam of the Digital Publisher Content Grievance Council, told the gathering pre-censorship could hurt the industry growth and cost jobs, and that given the high volume of content "there is a need to specifically act" against obscene and vulgar content.</p>

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India has told Netflix, Disney and other streaming services that their content should be independently reviewed for obscenity and violence before being shown online, according to a government document and sources.

India has told Netflix, Disney and other streaming services that their content should be independently reviewed for obscenity and violence before being shown online, according to a government document and sources. The proposal was delivered to the streaming platforms at a June 20 meeting at the Information and Broadcasting Ministry. The streaming companies, also referred to as OTT platforms, objected and no decision was reached, according to government minutes of the talks and an industry source who attended. The ministry "highlighted concerns regarding obscene and vulgar content on OTT platforms, as expressed by Members of Parliament, citizen groups, and the general public," said the minutes, which are not public but were seen by Reuters. Netflix and Amazon have become hugely popular in India, which is set to grow into a $7 billion market for the sector by 2027, according to Media Partners Asia. Top Bollywood stars feature in online material, some of which has faced criticism from lawmakers and the public for scenes deemed vulgar or offensive to religious sentiments. Though all films in Indian cinemas are reviewed and certified by a government-appointed board, streamed content is not. Also read : Indian classics Mili, Bawarchi and Koshish to get a modern remake Officials in the meeting asked the industry to consider an independent panel to review content so that unsuitable material could be weeded out, two people who attended said. The industry objected but the officials asked them to consider the idea, they added. The government highlighted the need for a "more proactive approach" to ensure that streaming content, "including international content", aligns with a so-called code of ethics, the minutes showed. That code already mandates providers to exercise caution on content that could incite violence or be sensitive for religious reasons. The meeting was attended by Amazon, Disney, Netflix, Reliance's broadcast unit, Viacom18, and Apple TV. The companies and the ministry did not respond to requests for comments. 'Propagate Vulgarity' The discussions signal growing scrutiny of India's fast-growing streaming market. The proposal also comes as streaming giants protest a government order to add 50-second tobacco health warnings in each piece of content, and two years after India ordered the setting up self-regulatory bodies for complaints about streaming content. Industry executives say India's streaming regulations are among the world's most stringent. Watch : WION Exclusive: Suniel Shetty talks about Bollywood and business × At an April event, when the government agreed to a partnership with Amazon to promote film and television, Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said streaming platforms should "not propagate vulgarity and abuse camouflaged as creative expression". Thakur has said complaints about obscene content were increasing and the government was willing to change regulations if need be to address the problem. Indian officials also proposed at the meeting the formation of an expert panel to set age ratings, instead of platforms doing that themselves, one of the attendees said. The platforms said they would ensure strong parental controls and "special care would be taken in respect of suitability of the international content", the minutes showed. Suhasini Maniratnam of the Digital Publisher Content Grievance Council, told the gathering pre-censorship could hurt the industry growth and cost jobs, and that given the high volume of content "there is a need to specifically act" against obscene and vulgar content. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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In her 50th Instagram post veteran actor Zeenat Aman flaunts her grey hair and talks about embracing natural beauty. Take a look at some of her looks.

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Vidya Balan’s Mira Nair aka desi Sherlock Holmes comes to life in recently released murder mystery film Neeyat on July 7. The film’s director Anu Menon spoke exclusively to WION’s Zeba Khan on casting Vidya Balan for the role, her love for murder mysteries, and why we don’t explore this genre too much in India.

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Legendary Indian actor Rekha has taken over the internet once again and fans can't stop gushing over a glamorous photoshoot with Vogue Arabia. The 68-year-old actress posed on the cover of Vogue Arabia which was captioned 'a rare sitting with Bollywood's eternal icon.'

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Shah Rukh Khan will be replaced by Bollywood star Ranveer Singh in the third installment of the movie "Don." The decision was taken by the Excel Entertainment team, and Singh's birthday is anticipated to be the day the announcement is made.

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<p>Filmmaking is an interdependent process&nbsp;but many fail to realise this. Indian actor Arshad Warsi has proved his worth by brilliantly portraying iconic roles in blockbuster films like <em>Munna Bhai MBBS, Dhamaal, Golmaal </em>etc. However, he feels his potential has not been tapped to the full&nbsp;extent in Bollywood. Recently, the actor revealed that a lot of leading actors kicked him out of movies due to their personal insecurity. Arshad made this revelation in a new interview as he spoke about his life in the industry. He stated many insecure actors had a fear that he might steal their spotlight.</p>

<h2>The statement</h2>

<p>At his appearance on RJ Siddharth Kannan’s show, Arshad Warsi mentioned how he was kicked out of projects by many insecure men. On the other hand, a couple of actors like Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt let him perform to his optimum capacity in&nbsp;supporting roles in their movies which is why he agreed on doing the films in the first place.</p>

<p>Arshad shared the screen with Sanjay Dutt in the blockbuster film <em>Munna Bhai </em>series. He has worked with Salman in a supporting role in his film<em> Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya.</em> During the interview, he also said, “In fact, one of the reasons I originally did <em>Munna Bhai MBBS</em> was because of Sanju. He's such a secure actor that I knew he'd let me do my own thing.” He went on to confess that initially, he was sceptical about playing the character of Circuit in <em>Munna Bhai</em>. He thought he would not get any recognition for his role even if the film was successful.<br />
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Arshad added he considered himself as a sidekick to a goon and felt supporting actors don't really get recognised for their parts.</p>

<h2>Upcoming projects</h2>

<p>The Dedh Ishqiya actor will next be seen in <em>Jolly LLB 3</em> with Akshay Kumar. &nbsp;According to Bollywood Spy, &nbsp;Arshad stated that Akshay Kumar is “a riot” and that he's looking forward to working with him. In the past Arshad and Akshay had worked together in <em>Bachchhan Paandey</em>&nbsp;which failed at the box office.</p>

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Filmmaking is an interdependent process but many fail to realise this. Indian actor Arshad Warsi has proved his worth by brilliantly portraying iconic roles in blockbuster films like Munna Bhai MBBS, Dhamaal, Golmaal etc.

Filmmaking is an interdependent process but many fail to realise this. Indian actor Arshad Warsi has proved his worth by brilliantly portraying iconic roles in blockbuster films like Munna Bhai MBBS, Dhamaal, Golmaal etc. However, he feels his potential has not been tapped to the full extent in Bollywood. Recently, the actor revealed that a lot of leading actors kicked him out of movies due to their personal insecurity. Arshad made this revelation in a new interview as he spoke about his life in the industry. He stated many insecure actors had a fear that he might steal their spotlight. The statement At his appearance on RJ Siddharth Kannan’s show, Arshad Warsi mentioned how he was kicked out of projects by many insecure men. On the other hand, a couple of actors like Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt let him perform to his optimum capacity in supporting roles in their movies which is why he agreed on doing the films in the first place. Arshad shared the screen with Sanjay Dutt in the blockbuster film Munna Bhai series. He has worked with Salman in a supporting role in his film Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya. During the interview, he also said, “In fact, one of the reasons I originally did Munna Bhai MBBS was because of Sanju. He's such a secure actor that I knew he'd let me do my own thing.” He went on to confess that initially, he was sceptical about playing the character of Circuit in Munna Bhai. He thought he would not get any recognition for his role even if the film was successful. Arshad added he considered himself as a sidekick to a goon and felt supporting actors don't really get recognised for their parts. Upcoming projects The Dedh Ishqiya actor will next be seen in Jolly LLB 3 with Akshay Kumar. According to Bollywood Spy, Arshad stated that Akshay Kumar is “a riot” and that he's looking forward to working with him. In the past Arshad and Akshay had worked together in Bachchhan Paandey which failed at the box office. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The fans of Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday created a new Guinness World Record for the most people performing the actor's signature pose simultaneously. Around 300 fans recreated the pose outside Shah Rukh's Mumbai residence Mannat. A few people also danced to Shah Rukh's songs to celebrate the world TV premiere of his film 'Pathaan'.

SRK fans create world record for most people performing his pose

<p>In a captivating display of India's soft power, a Bollywood-themed musical program has taken Uzbekistan by storm, gaining immense popularity and showcasing the deep admiration for Hindi films in the Central Asian nation. The hit television show, <em>Bollywood Battle</em>, aired on the local channel Sevimli TV, features competitors reenacting iconic scenes from famous Bollywood songs, receiving accolades for their performances.</p>

<p>The final episode of <em>Bollywood Battle</em> welcomed distinguished guests, Indian ambassador to Uzbekistan Manish Prabhat and his wife, Ruchi Narain. The Indian ambassador Prabhat commended the show, stating that it has "created a little piece of India" and contributed to a heightened understanding of culture between the two nations. Emphasising the strong friendship between India and Uzbekistan, he expressed that "Uzbekistan loves India, and India loves Uzbekistan."</p>

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<p>The final episode of the show paid tribute to legends of the silver screen, including Vyjayanthi Mala, Raj Kumar, and Rajendra Kumar, who enacted a song from the classic 1964 film, <em>Sangam</em>. This nostalgic gesture resonated deeply with the audience, reflecting their enduring fondness for Bollywood films, spanning back to the era of Soviet Uzbekistan.</p>

<p>During the Soviet era, the annual Tashkent International Film Festival of Asia, Africa, and Latin America regularly featured Bollywood stars such as Raj Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan. The joint production efforts between India and Uzbekistan filmmakers, including films like <em>Alibaba aur 40 Chor</em>&nbsp;and <em>Sohni Mahiwal</em>,&nbsp;further solidified the cultural exchange. These movies, co-directed by Umesh Mehra and the late Latif Faizyullaev, were shot in Uzbekistan, leaving an indelible mark on both nations' cinematic history.</p>

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<p>In 2021, the Tashkent International Film Festival was revived, welcoming Indian delegations with notable stars like Randhir Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty. The resurgence of Indian movies being shot in Uzbekistan has reignited the longstanding bond between the two countries. However, the demand for Indian movies and soap operas in Uzbekistan far exceeds the current supply, creating an opportunity for enhanced commercial appeal.</p>

<p>The thriving popularity of<em>.</em> and the revival of the Tashkent International Film Festival underscore the strong cultural ties between India and Uzbekistan. The allure of Hindi cinema continues to captivate Uzbek audiences, fostering a mutual appreciation of art and entertainment. The success of<em> Bollywood Battle</em> in Uzbekistan also serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Bollywood and India's soft power on the global stage.</p>

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In a captivating display of India's soft power, a Bollywood-themed musical program has taken Uzbekistan by storm, gaining immense popularity and showcasing the deep admiration for Hindi films in the Central Asian nation.

In a captivating display of India's soft power, a Bollywood-themed musical program has taken Uzbekistan by storm, gaining immense popularity and showcasing the deep admiration for Hindi films in the Central Asian nation. The hit television show, Bollywood Battle, aired on the local channel Sevimli TV, features competitors reenacting iconic scenes from famous Bollywood songs, receiving accolades for their performances. The final episode of Bollywood Battle welcomed distinguished guests, Indian ambassador to Uzbekistan Manish Prabhat and his wife, Ruchi Narain. The Indian ambassador Prabhat commended the show, stating that it has "created a little piece of India" and contributed to a heightened understanding of culture between the two nations. Emphasising the strong friendship between India and Uzbekistan, he expressed that "Uzbekistan loves India, and India loves Uzbekistan." ALSO READ | Uzbekistan voters approve reforms letting prez rule till 2040 The final episode of the show paid tribute to legends of the silver screen, including Vyjayanthi Mala, Raj Kumar, and Rajendra Kumar, who enacted a song from the classic 1964 film, Sangam. This nostalgic gesture resonated deeply with the audience, reflecting their enduring fondness for Bollywood films, spanning back to the era of Soviet Uzbekistan. During the Soviet era, the annual Tashkent International Film Festival of Asia, Africa, and Latin America regularly featured Bollywood stars such as Raj Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor, Rishi Kapoor, and Amitabh Bachchan. The joint production efforts between India and Uzbekistan filmmakers, including films like Alibaba aur 40 Chor and Sohni Mahiwal, further solidified the cultural exchange. These movies, co-directed by Umesh Mehra and the late Latif Faizyullaev, were shot in Uzbekistan, leaving an indelible mark on both nations' cinematic history. WATCH | Uzbekistan to hold referendum to reform the Constitution, Uzbek envoy explains its significance In 2021, the Tashkent International Film Festival was revived, welcoming Indian delegations with notable stars like Randhir Kapoor and Mithun Chakraborty. The resurgence of Indian movies being shot in Uzbekistan has reignited the longstanding bond between the two countries. However, the demand for Indian movies and soap operas in Uzbekistan far exceeds the current supply, creating an opportunity for enhanced commercial appeal. The thriving popularity of. and the revival of the Tashkent International Film Festival underscore the strong cultural ties between India and Uzbekistan. The allure of Hindi cinema continues to captivate Uzbek audiences, fostering a mutual appreciation of art and entertainment. The success of Bollywood Battle in Uzbekistan also serves as a testament to the enduring influence of Bollywood and India's soft power on the global stage. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Indian actor Sanya Malhotra, who made her debut in 'Dangal', has come a long way since 2016. In an exclusive with WION's Samarpita Das, the actress talks about her journey in the Hindi film industry.

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<p>The film culture in the Kashmir Valley is on the rise. Since the opening of the first film theatre in Srinagar after three decades, the first-ever Kashmiri-produced Bollywood film has been released. And the movie is running houseful over the weekends in the valley's sole theatre.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Welcome to Kashmir' is the first-ever Kashmiri-produced Bollywood film released in the theatre of Kashmir Valley. The film produced by a Kashmiri and shot in the beautiful locations of the valley has been getting an overwhelming response from the public. The lone theatre in the valley says the movie is running houseful over the weekends and they were not expecting such a response.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''Movie released on May 26 and on the very first day we had a houseful show. We did not expect it but it's getting a lot of response. People are booking online and on weekends it's running houseful. Most of the people are coming to watch over the weekend and people are excited that a Kashmiri film has been made and released here only,'' said Aamir Rashid, Inox Srinagar, Staff.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film talks about crucial issues like drug addiction, women empowerment and many other issues faced by the people of the Kashmir Valley. It throws light on various challenges that the youth of the valley face. The film director Tariq Bhat has shot the film in various beautiful destinations across the Kashmir region. And the people who are coming to watch the film are appreciating&nbsp;the subject, as well as the talent in the film who are from the valley itself.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>''This is the first step to women empowerment, the girl Mateena in the film has worked in Netflix and everything. It's a very good feeling. The message that has been given through this film is also very good. I would urge everyone to come and watch this film. The message against all the social evils like drugs etc in the movie should be appreciated. People should come and watch it. It's time to accept the change and I hope our talent is channelised. It's very good that we are able to see the movie of Kashmir in Kashmir only, '' said Mehar Attir, Audience.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most of the film's cast is from the Kashmir Valley, and people are happy the talent of the valley is finally getting a platform to showcase their talent.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>''I am very happy that children from Kashmir who have a lot of talent have come forward. A film called Notebook was released a few years ago and my child had worked in it. Now Tariq Saab has taken this initiative and especially talking about the drug issue in Kashmir is a big initiative. Kashmir needs such movies. It has a women empowerment message too and it's a big platform for the artists of Kashmir,'' said Anita Chandpuri, Audience.&nbsp;</p>

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The film culture in the Kashmir Valley is on the rise. Since the opening of the first film theatre in Srinagar after three decades, the first-ever Kashmiri-produced Bollywood film has been released. And the movie is running houseful over the weekends in the valley's sole theatre. 'Welcome to Kashmir' is the first-ever Kashmiri-produced Bollywood film released in the theatre of Kashmir Valley. The film produced by a Kashmiri and shot in the beautiful locations of the valley has been getting an overwhelming response from the public. The lone theatre in the valley says the movie is running houseful over the weekends and they were not expecting such a response. ''Movie released on May 26 and on the very first day we had a houseful show. We did not expect it but it's getting a lot of response. People are booking online and on weekends it's running houseful. Most of the people are coming to watch over the weekend and people are excited that a Kashmiri film has been made and released here only,'' said Aamir Rashid, Inox Srinagar, Staff. The film talks about crucial issues like drug addiction, women empowerment and many other issues faced by the people of the Kashmir Valley. It throws light on various challenges that the youth of the valley face. The film director Tariq Bhat has shot the film in various beautiful destinations across the Kashmir region. And the people who are coming to watch the film are appreciating the subject, as well as the talent in the film who are from the valley itself. Watch: G20 Srinagar Meet: India showcases Kashmir's rich culture × ''This is the first step to women empowerment, the girl Mateena in the film has worked in Netflix and everything. It's a very good feeling. The message that has been given through this film is also very good. I would urge everyone to come and watch this film. The message against all the social evils like drugs etc in the movie should be appreciated. People should come and watch it. It's time to accept the change and I hope our talent is channelised. It's very good that we are able to see the movie of Kashmir in Kashmir only, '' said Mehar Attir, Audience. Most of the film's cast is from the Kashmir Valley, and people are happy the talent of the valley is finally getting a platform to showcase their talent. Also Read | Three Islamic countries attended India-hosted G20 meet in Jammu and Kashmir ''I am very happy that children from Kashmir who have a lot of talent have come forward. A film called Notebook was released a few years ago and my child had worked in it. Now Tariq Saab has taken this initiative and especially talking about the drug issue in Kashmir is a big initiative. Kashmir needs such movies. It has a women empowerment message too and it's a big platform for the artists of Kashmir,'' said Anita Chandpuri, Audience. The film also gives hope to other filmmakers in the Kashmir Valley to make many more films in future. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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Fashion designer Manish Malhotra spoke to WION's Abira Dhar about winning an IIFA trophy for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion in Cinema category. Take a look.

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IIFA awards 2023 is here and WION's Abira Dhar caught up with actor Abhishek Bachchan at Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Take a look at the interview.

IIFA AWARDS 2023: Actor Abhishek Bachchan talks about his favourite IIFA moment

#Pathaan becomes Bangladesh's first Indian movie to release in 50 years. Watch how the #ShahRukhKhan frenzy grips Bangladesh. Also, on the show get set to reach the top of the world- Mount Everest. New season, new records United Nations hails India as a bright spot for the global economy. Will Pakistan boycott the Asia Cup? Afghan Farmers Lament Taliban's poppy ban

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On April 28, the special CBI court acquitted Bollywood actor Sooraj Pancholi, who had been charged with abetting actress Jiah Khan's suicide. The Ghajini actress was found dead at her Juhu home on 3 June 2013. Sooraj was facing a charge under section 306 (abetment of suicide) of the Indian Penal Code because of a letter seized from the actress' apartment on June 10. Here's a timeline of the events that occurred.

The Jiah khan death case: A timeline of events

In an exclusive chat with WION's entertainment Editor Abira Dhar, Hindi film actor Alaya F talks about her upcoming project, 'U-Turn'.

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