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Is this a turning point for South Asian representation on Netflix?
From the coming-of-age show Never Have I Ever to Bollywood’s biographical drama Gangubai Kathiawadi, Indian films and TV shows have featured in Netflix’s top 10 spots this year, boosting South Asian representation on screen at a time when it matters most.
5 Sep 2022 - 2:31PM
Bollywood adapts 1994 Hollywood film ‘Forrest Gump’
10 Aug 2022 - 8:11PM
The Cannes Film Festival 2022’s best red carpet looks so far
24 May 2022 - 10:55AM
How Bollywood’s Deepika Padukone is cashing in on 2022, from Cannes to brand deals
From becoming Louis Vuitton’s first Indian brand ambassador to her fashion looks, judge duties and viral performance at Cannes, Padukone is really bringing her A-game this year
20 May 2022 - 8:00AM
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Indians, divided from Pakistan by politics, find solace in forbidden music
The case of two Muslim teenagers in India who were charged with criminal intimidation for listening to Pakistani music shows how deep the divide has become. But millions will still find a way to enjoy each other’s culture.
14 May 2022 - 2:00PM
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Singapore bans Modi favourite ‘The Kashmir Files’ for stirring racial hate
The box-office hit has been praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his right-wing Hindu nationalist followers, but critics say it is loose with facts and fans anti-Muslim sentiment.
10 May 2022 - 2:02PM
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Here’s what Amitabh Bachchan spends his US$400 million fortune on
Much like the Ambanis, the Bachchans like to give their Mumbai properties names, and the Jhund actor has done just that, for all five of his bungalows – so what else does he splurge on?
10 May 2022 - 10:33AM
Bollywood stars flashy vanity vans get noticed, and their demand is growing
Owned by leading film stars, vanity vans are used as retreats during long shooting schedules. They function as a home away from home, where stars relax, workout, conduct business meetings or even host parties.
8 May 2022 - 5:00PM
How does Heropanti 2 star Tiger Shroff spend his millions?
Bollywood fans are gearing up for Tiger Shroff’s appearance in Heropanti 2, but how much do you know about the hunky actor’s luxurious lifestyle?
29 Apr 2022 - 8:00AM
Meet Manish Malhotra, Bollywood’s Ambani-approved fashion designer
Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra is famous for fashion, but also has ties in crypto, homeware, production, jewellery and beauty
20 Apr 2022 - 8:00AM
How Bachchan Pandey actor Akshay Kumar spends his US$48 million fortune
When your net worth is almost US$50 million, you can afford to treat yourself – here’s what Bachchan Pandey and Hera Pheri star Akshay Kumar spends it all on
19 Apr 2022 - 10:36AM
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Indian film-goers with Ukraine affinity, lament Russian invasion
Ukraine was, until the invasion, an increasingly favoured destination for popular Indian filmmakers – and the country’s landscapes have become familiar to film-goers via the big screen.
17 Apr 2022 - 6:43PM
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Is Baahubali star Rana Daggubati an investment king?
Ambitious producer-actor-entrepreneur Rana Daggubati has amassed millions thanks to his savvy projects and investments, and is now reaping the rewards with his new wife Miheeka Bajaj
10 Apr 2022 - 8:00AM
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‘Animal flow’ bodyweight workouts trending amid the pandemic
One moment you move like an ape, the next a crab – AF, or animal flow, workouts that combine yoga, gymnastics and breakdancing have risen in popularity, with Bollywood actors among their fans.
9 Apr 2022 - 8:15AM
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Bridgerton’s celebration of ‘brown women’ delights South Asians
Season 2 of Netflix’s period drama and its coming-of-age series Never Have I Ever are breaking ground by featuring dark-skinned women in desirable, lead roles. So when will Bollywood catch on?
21 Apr 2023 - 12:38AM
Trolling of India’s Harnaaz Sandhu highlights mania over certain ‘beauty’
When the 22-year-old took part in a recent fashion show, there were rude comments about her online; others face this nastiness too, with experts saying attitudes reflect patriarchal mindset and a society valuing looks over achievements.
21 Apr 2023 - 1:59AM
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The Batmobile in real life? 5 Asian stars who own versions of the famed car
Who are the real-life Bruce Waynes who brought the comic book Batmobile to the road – except for Jay Chou’s display-only vehicle?
1 Apr 2022 - 8:00AM
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Meet Simone Ashley, newest cast member of Netflix’s Bridgerton Season 2
Meet the newest addition to the hit period drama: the Tamilian-British bombshell who plays Kate Sharma, starred in Sex Education, and turned down Bollywood for ‘unexpected roles’
28 Mar 2022 - 12:01PM
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Prince of India: the baby bling life of Mukesh Ambani’s grandson Prithvi
His parents Akash and Shloka Mehta say they want the youngest Ambani to lead a ‘simple and grounded’ life, but he’s still the grandson of one of the richest men in the world …
22 Mar 2022 - 8:00AM
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Bollywood triumph or anti-Muslim tirade? ‘The Kashmir Files’ divides India
Its supporters call it a masterful depiction of a real-life tragedy. Its critics say it’s a crude, inflammatory attempt to incite anti-Muslim hatred and weaponise the ruling party’s Hindu-nationalist agenda.
21 Mar 2022 - 5:41PM
Alia Bhatt’s most extravagant splurges, from luxury homes to designer bags
From designer bags and an OTT ‘vanity van’ to a home in London, here’s how the Gangubai Kathiawadi star enjoys splashing her cash
16 Mar 2022 - 8:00AM
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Meet Hrithik Roshan’s new girlfriend, Saba Azad
Here’s what you need to know about Azad, a Bollywood actress, singer, dancer and theatre star who even his ex-wife Sussanne Khan appears to approve of
15 Mar 2022 - 8:00AM
Meet K-pop’s first Indian idol, Shreya Lenka
As Black Swan continues its search for a fifth member, all eyes are on the 18-year-old, Odisha-born dancer on the cusp of making K-pop history
6 Mar 2022 - 8:00AM
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Inside Jai Anmol Ambani and Krisha Shah’s big fat Ambani wedding!
They might not have been as extravagant as Isha’s 2018 wedding, which cost US$100 million and featured a Beyoncé performance, but no expense was spared in the days-long celebrations
28 Feb 2022 - 3:09PM
Inside Shah Rukh Khan’s modest first home before fame
Before the fame and fortune, the Bollywood star and his wife Gauri lived in a humble three bedroom flat in the Bandra area – here’s everything you need to know about it
27 Feb 2022 - 8:00AM
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Remembering Lata Mangeshkar, ‘nightingale of Bollywood’
Lending her voice to over a thousand films and adored by millions across India and the world, including prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru who she moved to tears, Mangeshkar still remained humble
14 Feb 2022 - 6:56AM
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Bollywood legend Lata Mangeshkar, ‘Nightingale of India’, dies at 92
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Mangeshkar’s death had left ‘a void in our nation that cannot be filled’. She was admitted to a Mumbai hospital’s intensive care unit with Covid-19 symptoms last month.
6 Feb 2022 - 1:51PM
4 of Asia’s richest power couples – from K-pop to Bollywood
They’ve got fame, talent, wealth and a loving relationship ... from Hong Kong’s Carina Lau and Tony Leung to K-pop’s Rain and Kim Tae-hee, these are the #couplegoals we envy most
16 Mar 2022 - 5:16PM
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