ENTERTAINMENT

Indian American Geeta Gandbhir Makes History With Dual Oscar Nominations for Documentary Excellence

Indian-American filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir achieved a historic milestone on Wednesday, January 22, 2026, receiving two…

A Ballad of Loss, Grief and Healing: How Chloé Zhao’s ‘Hamnet’ Stuns the Audience With Its Fragile Beauty

I never expected to encounter another woman like Scarlett O’Hara on the big screen—but then…

A Star is Born Down Under: Shabana Azeez’s Breakout Role in Golden Globe Winner ‘The Pitt’

When Shabana Azeez was rejected from drama school at age 21, she thought her acting…

The Violence of Uniformity: ‘Parasakthi’ Reminds Us Hindi Hegemony is Not a Historical Artifact But a Recurring Force

I walked into Parasakthi expecting a political period film. I walked out realizing I had watched many…

‘I’ve Never Met Michelle Obama’: Kumail Nanjiani Addresses Bizarre Affair Rumor That Reached His Wife

In the latest example of how unfounded rumors can proliferate through social media and reach…

Aziz Ansari’s ‘Good Fortune’ Asks a Funny Question Befitting Christmas: Does Money Really Solve Life’s Problems?

“Good Fortune” written and directed by Aziz Ansari is a whimsical romantic comedy that blends…

‘Too Much Testosterone’: How ‘Dhurandhar’ Ignited India’s Fiercest Film Criticism Battle—Critics Under Siege

When Anupama Chopra posted her video review of “Dhurandhar” on The Hollywood Reporter India’s YouTube…

First Indian Model to Open a Chanel Runway: Bhavitha Mandava’s Subway-to-Spotlight Journey

When Bhavitha Mandava descended the stairs of the Bowery Station on December 2, 2025, opening…

Forbes Calls Her ‘Netflix’s Queen of Screens’: How Bela Bajaria Turned From Undocumented Immigrant to $17 Billion Decision-Maker

When Bela Bajaria danced on the Netflix party floor last fall, swaying in a brightly…

‘Personal, Bold, and a Lot of Fun’: Riz Ahmed’s ‘Bait’ Explores What Happens When an Actor’s Life Spirals Out of Control

When Riz Ahmed told reporters he had “wanted to tell this story for a long…

A Powerhouse Producer: Rajeev Malhotra’s Journey From Hollywood Epics to ‘Yellowstone’ and Beyond

In the sprawling landscape of Taylor Sheridan’s television empire—where “Yellowstone” has become a cultural phenomenon,…

‘Christmas Karma’: Festive, Familiar, and Sometimes a Little Homemade (Like Punjabi Mathis)

It’s our holiday tradition to watch Christmas movies, and this year we were genuinely excited…