Maharashtra Offers 150 Free Shooting Locations, 50% Rental Discount
Prashant Sajanikar reveals new initiatives at PIFF to boost film ecosystem with free locations, rental concessions, and single-window permissions.
Prashant Sajanikar reveals new initiatives at PIFF to boost film ecosystem with free locations, rental concessions, and single-window permissions.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accuses I&B Ministry of blocking 'Jana Nayagan' release, calling it suppression of Tamil voice amid DMK alliance strain over movie politics.
Members of Karnataka's Chalanachitra Academy allege prolonged inactivity, diverted funds, and stalled events, raising concerns about its future. Read the full report.
TNCC president K Selvaperunthagai warns party members against public discussion on seat-sharing with DMK. He clarifies stance on Vijay film row, blaming BJP's CBFC. Read the full story.
Rajya Sabha MP Kamal Haasan urges a 'principled relook' at CBFC's certification, demanding transparency and timely clearances. Read his full statement on the issue impacting Tamil cinema.
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan urges film industry unity for constructive dialogue with government to safeguard artistic freedom and review certification norms. Read more.
Veteran actor Kamal Haasan calls for a principled review of CBFC certification, citing threats to creative freedom and livelihoods, following the 'Jana Nayagan' controversy. Read his full statement.
Gujarat filmmaker OmGuru's short film 'Gamdhani' wins Best Short Film at Roshni International Film Festival 2023. Explore how this minimalist masterpiece captures human relationships.
Renowned filmmaker Muzaffar Ali donates a 35mm print of 'Anjuman' to NFDC-NFAI for preservation under the National Film Heritage Mission, highlighting efforts to save India's cinematic legacy.
TVK leader Aadhav Arjuna accuses DMK of 'feudal mindset' for using allies' votes but refusing power-sharing. He asserts this model won't work for 2026 Tamil Nadu assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Tamil Nadu's 2026 Assembly election battle begins at the box office this Pongal. Vijay's political swansong Jana Nayagan clashes with DMK-linked Parasakthi. Explore the cinematic showdown's political subtext, box office buzz, and what it means for state p
Tamil Nadu's Pongal 2026 box office clash between Vijay's Jana Nayagan and DMK-backed Parasakthi is a political proxy war. Read about the films, trailers, and off-screen tensions.
DMK postpones formal seat-sharing talks with Congress, prioritizing voter enrolment and informal talks with PMK, DMDK. Internal concerns over alliance dynamics emerge ahead of Tamil Nadu polls.
DMK MLA T J Govindarajan allegedly slapped a party worker at a Pongal event near Chennai. The viral video has shocked local party units. Read the full story here.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin launched DMK's public portal for 2026 election manifesto suggestions. The AI-powered platform seeks citizen inputs as opposition parties trade barbs. Read more.
A rare 35mm print of the 1954 Tamil satire 'Ratha Kanneer' has been donated to the National Film Archive of India in Pune, highlighting the urgent need to preserve cinematic heritage. Discover the film's journey and restoration plans.
Tollywood stakeholders meet Kolkata Police Commissioner to demand probe into online trolling & fake box office figures harming Bengali cinema. Industry insiders cite deeper issues like rushed shoots & narrative wars.
Bihar grants approval for over 37 films, web series & documentaries. New policy, website with VR tours, and film city plans aim to make Bihar a top shooting destination. Details inside.
A new Indian action-comedy short film 'Hotspot' with survival horror elements, shot in Kolkata's abandoned spots, is now streaming on YouTube. The crew's film shoot turns into a real zombie fight.
The Pongal film releases in Tamil Nadu, featuring Vijay's 'Jananayagan' and the DMK-backed 'Parasakthi', have escalated into a political proxy war ahead of state elections. Discover the screen battle and the narratives at play.
Allies in Tamil Nadu's DMK-led coalition demand Rahul Gandhi intervene against Congress's Praveen Chakravarthy, accusing him of disrupting the INDIA bloc alliance and aiding BJP narratives.
DMK MP Kanimozhi announced the party's 2026 Tamil Nadu election manifesto will be shaped by direct public consultation. The committee will meet industrialists, farmers & more.
Minor political allies in Tamil Nadu are pushing to contest on the DMK's 'Rising Sun' symbol for the 2026 assembly elections, citing its proven electoral success in tight multi-cornered fights. Read the full analysis.
Telangana's government pledges full support to filmmakers, aiming to make the state India's top film destination. Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy highlights short films' role at Hyderabad festival.
Amitabha Chaterji's dark satire Duyare Bibaho, exploring state-mandated marriage, continues its festival journey at the International Film Festival of Kerala's market. Discover this unique Bengali indie film.
Former AIADMK minister Sellur K Raju launches a fierce attack on the DMK government, alleging institutionalised corruption and intentional stalling of key infrastructure projects in Madurai. Read the full details.
DMK appoints Kanimozhi Karunanidhi to chair its 2026 Tamil Nadu election manifesto committee, building on her successful role in the 2024 Lok Sabha sweep. Read more about the party's strategy.
DMK initiates crucial seat-sharing negotiations for Tamil Nadu polls. Congress leaders to meet MK Stalin on Dec 3, likely with a sealed letter from the High Command. Key alliance talks begin.
DMK begins crucial seat-sharing negotiations for upcoming elections. Congress leaders to meet with a sealed cover letter from the High Command for MK Stalin on November 3. Read the latest political developments.
DMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami announced Rs 20 lakh financial assistance for the family of party worker K Arjunan, who died of cardiac arrest during a campaign rally in Gobichettipalayam. Read the full story.