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6 Women-Centric Films That Powerfully Showcase The Strength Of Female-Led Cinema
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6 Women-Centric Films That Powerfully Showcase The Strength Of Female-Led Cinema

by jummy84 December 7, 2025
written by jummy84

The nationwide momentum around HAQ has officially positioned the film as one of the year’s most significant social-justice successes both critically and commercially. With its continued performance and cultural traction, HAQ demonstrates that women-led, rights-focused narratives are culturally urgent. Produced by Junglee Pictures, in association with Insomnia Films and Baweja Studios, HAQ extends the studio’s long-standing commitment to socially impactful storytelling. Starring Yami Gautam Dhar and Emraan Hashmi, the film’s gripping courtroom narrative has struck a nationwide chord, igniting conversations across audience segments, media circles, and policy spaces alike. The film is directed by Suparn S Varma and written by Reshu Nath. HAQ now enters the landscape shaped by women-centred successes and films that proved that authentic, grounded stories can deliver both emotional resonance and broad commercial reach.

6 Women-Centric Films That Powerfully Showcase The Strength Of Female-Led Cinema

Laapataa Ladies

This film uses humane humour and gentle satire to tell the story of two young brides who get accidentally swapped on a train. It subtly and powerfully champions female agency and identity by exploring the lives of women who have once been lost, find an unexpected opportunity for self-discovery outside the confines of patriarchy.

Jigra

This film centres around the fierce, protective bond between a sister and her younger brother. The plot is driven by the sister’s dangerous and unwavering resolve to rescue her brother when he is wrongfully imprisoned and sentenced to death in a foreign country with strict laws. It highlights the lengths a woman will go to for her family.

Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway

This film is based on a true story about an Indian mother whose children are taken away by the Norwegian Child Welfare Services due to cultural differences in parenting. It is a powerful narrative of a mother’s relentless, global fight against a foreign system to reclaim her children, highlighting the trauma of cultural alienation and bureaucratic insensitivity.

Panga

A heartwarming sports drama centred on a former Kabaddi world champion, now a loving wife and mother, who decides to stage a comeback to the sport years after retiring. The film celebrates a woman’s ambition, identity, and the importance of a supportive family that enables her to chase her deferred dreams.

Thappad

A cultural milestone that confronts the normalisation of domestic violence, even in its most subtle forms. The film follows a seemingly happy homemaker whose world shatters when her ambitious husband slaps her publicly at a party. Her decision to seek a divorce forces her family and the audience to question the fundamental nature of respect and equality within a marriage. It confronted normalised violence and sparked debate nationwide.

Haq

A courtroom drama inspired by the landmark 1985 judgment of the Supreme Court. The film talks about a woman who seeks justice for herself and her 3 children. When her husband divorces her and stops paying maintenance, it leads to a legal battle that explores women’s rights within personal faith, social customs, and civil law. 

    With HAQ, Junglee Pictures adds yet another title to its catalogue of high-impact cinema. The studio’s dedication to socially relevant narratives like Raazi, Badhai Ho, and Badhai Do finds renewed validation as the film’s commercial and cultural traction continue to grow.

    As its theatrical run continues to build momentum, HAQ stands tall as a defining victory for socially fearless storytelling and ignites the bigger conversations on the Uniform Civil Code. The need for establishing one law for all religions so that justice is served equally to all. It doesn’t just join the country’s growing wave of robust, justice-driven cinema; it raises the stakes and sets a new benchmark for what women-led narratives can achieve at the Indian box office.

    For more news and updates from the entertainment world, stay tuned to Bollywood Bubble.

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    Akankshya Mukherjee

    Akankshya Mukherjee is a dynamic and ambitious individual poised to make waves in the realm of Media and Communication. With a passion for creativity and a drive to contribute to forward-thinking organizations, Akankshya embodies adaptability and a hunger for learning. Having already garnered experience through involvement in various organizations, she has honed the skill of quickly adapting to new environments and challenges. She sees each opportunity as a chance for personal and professional growth, eagerly embracing roles in communications and content writing.

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Watch: '2025 Movie Mashup' Annual Cinema Recap by Jed Wagman
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Watch: ‘2025 Movie Mashup’ Annual Cinema Recap by Jed Wagman

by jummy84 December 3, 2025
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Watch: ‘2025 Movie Mashup’ Annual Cinema Recap by Jed Wagman

by Alex Billington
December 2, 2025
Source: YouTube

“Everything you see, everything you know, everyone you ever met, everyone you ever know – you contain multitudes.” Here we go! The very first movie trailer mashup 2025 retrospective video has debuted, created by the London-based movie lover Jed Wagman of Wagman Studios. His “2025 Movie Mashup” video is available now. Click play for an exciting trip back through the past 11 months of cinema. Nearly 7 minutes of footage from almost every big and small movie in 2025 cut together into his usual riveting and entertaining wrap up recap. Always so much fun to watch! Wagman’s 2025 movie mashup is also a reminder that if you haven’t seen all the films yet, there’s plenty to catch up on. Though he jokes in his intro: “Featuring over 231 different films this video features the best films of 2025 including the biggest blockbusters, festival faves, as well as a lot of trash that was also released this year.” Ha. I’m glad this features some of the indie gems that always need attention: Urchin, Blue Moon, Late Shift, The Legend of Ochi, Little Amelie, Nouvelle Vague, The Mastermind, 100 Nights of Hero, Deep Cover, and many others. Enjoy this thrilling look back at 2025.

2025 Movie Mashup

Video direct from Jed Wagman’s YouTube. His intro for his 2025 Movie Mashup: “2025 has been a great year for films! From new installments in the Mission Impossible and Now You See Me franchises all the way to Huntrix taking the world by storm in KPop Demon Hunters, there have been so many great films and my annual movie mashup is here rounding them all up.” Featuring over 231 different films (full list available on YT) this video features the best films of 2025 including the biggest blockbusters, the festival favourites, as well as a lot of trash that was also released this year. You can follow Jed for more updates on his YT channel or also on his Twitter @jedwagman. If you want to find out which movie is shown in which scene, either comment below or on YT and someone will respond and tell you which it is. Always so many discoveries and forgotten favorites in these annual mashups! Catch more 2025 recaps in our Looking Back category here. Watch more trailers here. Which of these are your faves of 2025 so far? How many of ’em have you seen?

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Ahaan Panday And Aneet Padda Became The New Gen Z Icons of Indian Cinema With Their Chemistry In Saiyaara
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Ahaan Panday And Aneet Padda Became The New Gen Z Icons of Indian Cinema With Their Chemistry In Saiyaara

by jummy84 November 29, 2025
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Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have become an iconic pair in Bollywood, winning hearts across the nation with their performances in the romantic drama Saiyaara. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film, which released on July 18, 2025, has taken the box office by storm, grossing over ₹570.33 crore worldwide, and has solidified the duo’s status as the new Gen Z icons of Indian cinema. Their chemistry, both on and off-screen, has made them a favorite among fans, especially those who ship the pair as a real-life couple.

Aneet Padda & Ahaan Panday

Aneet Padda & Ahaan Panday Won Award

The film’s success is not just limited to its box-office earnings; Saiyaara resonated deeply with audiences for its raw emotion, captivating romance, and memorable performances. Ahaan Panday made his big-screen debut with this film, while Aneet Padda, who had already made a mark with her role as Roohi in Amazon Prime’s Big Girls Don’t Cry, earned widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the strong yet vulnerable character.

Aneet Padda & Ahaan Panday

Also Read: Deepika Padukone’s Sister Anisha Padukone Set to Marry Rohan Acharya, Brother of Karan Deol’s Wife Drisha 

The film’s success led to Ahaan and Aneet receiving the Gen Z Icon Award at the prestigious CNN-News18 Indian of the Year 2025. Their portrayal of Zain Ji and Sana became iconic, with Zain’s emotional moments, particularly his crying and frustration, becoming memorable scenes that connected with fans on a personal level. Their undeniable chemistry on-screen has translated into real-life affection from their fans.

Aneet Padda & Ahaan Panday

Several behind-the-scenes videos have surfaced showing Ahaan and Aneet reenacting their Saiyaara roles, leaving fans swooning. One video even shows them romancing on stage to a song from the film, bringing back the magic that audiences fell in love with. Another video captures a sweet moment between the two as they sit together in the audience, with Ahaan whispering something in Aneet’s ear. Their closeness off-screen has sparked speculation about their bond, with fans commenting that their relationship mirrors their characters’ on-screen romance.

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Dharmendra Suggested Amitabh Bachchan
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Dharmendra & Amitabh Bachchan Held Longest Record Of Cinema, After Veeru Suggested Big B For Jai, “Ye Naya Ladka…Accha Kaam Karega”

by jummy84 November 26, 2025
written by jummy84

Dharmendra & Amitabh Bachchan Held The Longest Box Office Record Of Cinema! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra are the epitome of bromance when it comes to heroes playing best friends on screen. Sholay is one of the most iconic films of Indian Cinema, which again gave us Jai and Veeru. When Dharam Paaji and Bachchan Saab broke records lip-synching Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge (crooned by Manna Dey and Kishore Kumar). Fans were heartbroken when they saw Big B attending his on-screen best friend’s last rites today.

As the He-Man of Bollywood passed away at 89, he has given us countless reasons and films to remember him. One such iconic film would be Sholay indeed. Jai and Veeru’s jodi is not only the most loved on-screen pair, but it also holds the longest record at the box office for Indian Cinema. Scroll to read this unique record!

Jai & Veeru’s 19-Year Box Office Record!

Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra held the longest box office record with Sholay, which was released in 1975. The film, helmed by Ramesh Sippy, earned a net collection of 15 crore in India! After that, no Indian film could touch this mark at the box office till 1994! It was in 1994 that Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit’s Hum Aapke Hain Koun earned 72 crore in its lifetime, breaking Sholay’s record of being the highest-grossing Indian film from 1975 to 1994! Yes, 19 long years!

Dharmendra Suggested Amitabh Bachchan’s Name!

However, what if we tell you that it was he who insisted that director Ramesh Sippy cast Amitabh Bachchan in the film? Yes, for the unversed, Sholay‘s Jai was to be played by Shatrughan Sinha; however, in a classic twist of tale, it was Amitabh Bachchan who landed the role on Dharmendra’s suggestions. In one of the interviews, earlier this year, the Pippa actor finally revealed the story behind Amitabh Bachchan’s casting for the film, where Dharam Ji was originally offered Gabbar Singh and Thakur both!

Ye Naya Ladka…Accha Kaam Karega!

In June 2025, during a conversation with ANI, Dharam Ji said, “It has already been mentioned. Yes, I recommended him. Mai to kehta nahi Maine role dilaya. Ye mujhe milne aate the Amitabh Sahab. He used to sit next to me. To Maine Ramesh Sippy ji ko kaha yeh naya ladka hai, usko awaaz se to lagta hai bahut acha kaam karega.unki jo andar se chah thi…jo khud se pyar karne ki khoobsurati thi vo achi lagi..maine kaha inko lelo.”

Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and various sources. Numbers have not been independently verified by Koimoi.

Check out the box office collection and latest verdicts of Hindi Films of 2025 here.

Must Read: Sholay Re-Release Box Office: Will OG Ending With Gabbar’s Death Help Amitabh Bachchan & Dharmendra Nail A Record They Couldn’t In 1975?

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Amul Pays Heartfelt Tribute To 'He-Man Of Hindi Cinema' Dharmendra
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Amul Pays Heartfelt Tribute To ‘He-Man Of Hindi Cinema’ Dharmendra

by jummy84 November 25, 2025
written by jummy84

Amul shared a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Dharmendra following his passing at the age of 89. The Bollywood icon, fondly known as the “He-Man” of Hindi cinema, breathed his last on Monday. The funeral took place yesterday at Pawan Hans Cerematorium in Mumbai, which was attended by Bollywood celebs.

Amul Pays Tribute To Bollywood’s He-Man Dharmendra

Moments after the news broke, Amul honoured the veteran star with one of its signature topical creatives on Instagram. The illustration carried the line “Bharat Ka Yaadon Mein,” and was captioned, “Amul Topical: Tribute to the He-man of Hindi cinema!”

A day earlier, the Pawan Hans Crematorium witnessed a heartfelt outpouring of love and respect for the legendary actor. Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Salman Khan, and Salim Khan were among the many dignitaries who gathered to bid him a final farewell. Dharmendra’s wife, Hema Malini, and their daughter Esha Deol also arrived at the crematorium. They were visibly heartbroken as they hurried to say their final goodbye.

Dharmendra’s Projects

On the professional front, Dharam ji was last seen in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. His final film will be Ikkis. He will be seen playing the role of Arun Khetarpal, the father of Agastya Nanda’s character. Ikkis is scheduled to release on December 25, 2025.

For more news and updates from the entertainment world, stay tuned to Bollywood Bubble.

Also Read: RIP Dharmendra Ji: Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt, Ajay Devgn And Other Bollywood Celebs Arrive At Deol Residence To Offer Condolences- Watch

Akankshya Mukherjee

Akankshya Mukherjee is a dynamic and ambitious individual poised to make waves in the realm of Media and Communication. With a passion for creativity and a drive to contribute to forward-thinking organizations, Akankshya embodies adaptability and a hunger for learning. Having already garnered experience through involvement in various organizations, she has honed the skill of quickly adapting to new environments and challenges. She sees each opportunity as a chance for personal and professional growth, eagerly embracing roles in communications and content writing.

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Prayer meet of Sulakshana pandit
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Priyanka Chopra Jonas Hints at Return to Indian Cinema During Q&A Session

by jummy84 November 12, 2025
written by jummy84

Priyanka Chopra Jonas surprised fans with an interactive Q&A session on X (formerly Twitter), turning an ordinary weekday into a lively fan meet online. The actress, who had been away from the platform for a while, shared candid replies, witty comments, and even dropped a big hint about her long-awaited return to Indian cinema.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas hosted an engaging #AskPCJ session on X, delighting fans who have missed her presence on social media. Announcing the event, she wrote, “I have been loving all the conversation on X (even though I have been missing for a while on here), so let’s get everyone involved and do a conversation. It’s #AskPCJ day, 5.30pm IST today. You all in??”

Check out her post here: 

I have been loving all the conversation on X (even though I have been missing for a while on here), so let’s get everyone involved and do a conversation. It’s #AskPCJ day, 5.30pm IST today. You all in?? https://t.co/qKiLo1gypv


— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) November 12, 2025


The conversation began after a fan page excitedly tweeted, “Hello hello @priyankachopra The #GlobeTrotter event countdown has been on!! Any clues or sneak peeks for us? We are too excited to wait!” To this, Priyanka playfully replied, “You sound like kids before a surprise party. Let me grab my coffee first.”
Once the session kicked off, fans from across the globe flooded her with questions about her career, upcoming projects, and personal favourites. When one user asked, “Is this your grand return to Indian cinema or a whole new PCJ era?” Priyanka replied, “Hopefully a new era and my return to Indian films. I’m not sure. But I know it will be incredible.”

Take a look at Priyanka’s reply: 

Hopefully a new era and my return to Indian films. I’m not sure. But I know it will be incredible @jain_salonii https://t.co/JYqnvprWog


— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) November 12, 2025




The tweet immediately caught attention, with fans celebrating what could be her long-awaited comeback to Hindi films. Many took to X to share their excitement, calling it the best news.

On the work front, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to appear in S.S. Rajamouli’s highly anticipated global project alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran. While details remain under wraps, the film is already one of the most awaited Indian productions in the making. Earlier this year, she starred in Amazon Prime Video’s action-comedy Heads of State with John Cena and Idris Elba, which premiered on July 2, 2025.

Also Read: GlobeTrotter: Shruti Haasan to Perform Live on The Big Reveal

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Haq X Reviews: Yami Gautam & Emraan Hashmi Win Hearts
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Yami Gautam & Emraan Hashmi Deliver Power-Packed Performances, Netizens Call It Hard-Hitting & Good Cinema

by jummy84 November 8, 2025
written by jummy84

Haq X Reviews: Yami Gautam & Emraan Hashmi Win Hearts(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Emraan Hashmi and Yami Gautam’s latest, Haq, has hit theaters, and viewers have started sharing their opinions on X. Helmed by Suparn Varma, this movie borrows its story from real-life court cases and deals with matters of justice, religion, and women’s rights.

Haq Audience Reaction

Viewers who managed to catch the film in its early screenings running in Delhi are floored. One such viewer wrote, “Haq is one of the best films I’ve seen in the last couple of years.” The viewer felt Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi have given “one of the best performances” of their careers and praised Suparn Varma’s direction. The user also requested the government to declare the film tax-free, saying it is “a salute-worthy effort.”

Maine #Haq Movie dekhi Delhi screening mein.. 2-3 din pehle.
words nahi hain… @yamigautam & @emraanhashmi Ka Kaam Hai Mere critic career ki ab tak ki one of the best films @suparnverma sir @bawejastudios @JungleePictures Sarkar Se Guzarish Hai Tax Free Kiya Jaye Film Ko..Salute pic.twitter.com/U2CkhyhwWf

— Kuldeep Gadhvi (@kuldeepgadhvi70) November 7, 2025

Several users praised the way the film raises difficult questions through a sensitive lens. A post read, “#Haq is essentially good cinema. An important question raised and delivered by superlative performances by @yamigautam and @emraanhashmi . Even newcomer #VartikaSingh delivers a commendable performance. Everything is top notch. please watch it. Good Cinema.”

#Haq is essentially good cinema….. An important question raised and delivered by superlative performances by @yamigautam and @emraanhashmi . Even newcomer #VartikaSingh delivers a commendable performance. Everything is top notch . please watch it. Good Cinema. pic.twitter.com/qr94WmPmBR

— Rishiraj Reviewzzzz (@RishirajNa90620) November 7, 2025

Many agreed that the film’s balance of realism and emotion made it stand out. Another detailed review called Haq “a no-nonsense courtroom drama rooted in truth.” The user rated it 4 out of 5 stars and described it as “a thought-provoking experience that mixes moments of love with the fight for justice.” The post also highlighted the cast’s performances, saying, “Emraan Hashmi is solid and bold, Yami Gautam gives the performance of the decade, and Vartika Singh shines in a powerful debut.” Overall, the user marked the movie as “a must-watch and a hard-hitting film that NO ONE SHOULD MISS”.

#HAQReview: A No-nonsense Courtroom Drama that is grounded with Truthism. ⚖️

RATING: 4*/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ #HAQ takes you on a journey where you see both emotions of love and moments of justice. The story takes such a sudden turn that the entire audience is left shocked, wondering… pic.twitter.com/oteXh4jD1N

— Suryakant Dholakhandi (@maadalaadlahere) November 7, 2025

Yami Gautam’s performance has become the talk of social media. One fan wrote that every frame proves “why Yami is a class apart,” adding that she doesn’t rely on hype but pure talent. The tweet added that she is “ruling Indian cinema” right now and deserves a National Award for Haq.

Every frame of #Haq proves why #YamiGautam is a class apart. No hype, just pure talent and conviction. She’s ruling Indian cinema with back-to-back award-winning performances. She deserves a prestigious National Award next year!!@yamigautam #haqreview pic.twitter.com/GUD2iBby5N

— Ruchita Mishra (@rucchitamishra) November 7, 2025

Some users expressed their admiration in short, emotional posts. One wrote, “Yami Gautam is exceptional in #Haq — EXCEPTIONAL.”

.@yamigautam take a bow.. what a raw performance. #haq is a moving story of a woman’s fight for her right.. its been a pleasure to see your evolution #yamigautam

— Puja Talwar (@talwar_puja) November 7, 2025

Overall Verdict

From the reactions on X, it is clear that Haq has left a lasting mark on the audience. The movie is termed as bold, emotional, and a very relevant courtroom drama that keeps its message intact till the end. The fearless performance of Yami Gautam has drawn widespread appreciation, while the calm and composed composure of Emraan Hashmi balances the story.

For more such stories, check out Bollywood Features

Must Read: Haq Movie Review: Emraan Hashmi & Yami Gautam Starrer Is A Riveting, Emotionally Charged Courtroom Drama That Dares To Speak The Truth!

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F1: THE MOVIE, (aka F1), Brad Pitt, on set, 2025. ph: Scott Garfield / © Warner Bros. / courtesy Everett Collection
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Barco, the Cinema Projection Company, Expands HDR Format in Germany

by jummy84 October 29, 2025
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Barco, the cinema projection company, is expanding its premium HDR by Barco format in Germany.

Starting in November, the company will install the Barco HDR format at select Cineplex Germany locations and in Cinedom Cologne. This expansion marks a major footprint in European moviegoing, as Cineplex is a leading German exhibitor, and Cinedom Cologne is one of the country’s largest cinemas.

The initiative will bring premium large format cinema to Cineplex Goslar and Cineplex Paderborn for the first time. As part of the international expansion, HDR by Barco is launching at three Cineplex Germany venues — Cineplex Münster, Cineplex Paderborn Pollux and Cineplex Goslar — available as “Ultimate. in HDR by Barco” at these locations.

Cineplex Münster, celebrating 25 years of operation this month, will be the first theater in the world with two HDR by Barco enabled auditoriums, representing a technological expansion to their current PLF offering. At Cinedom Cologne, the new HDR theater will launch the circuit’s new “CinedomX” experience, a freshly conceived premium cinema concept from the brand. Installations are underway now so moviegoers in Germany will be able to enjoy major holiday tentpoles opening in HDR by Barco this holiday season.

“We’re proud to bring HDR by Barco to German audiences through our partnerships with
Cineplex and Cinedom—two of the country’s most respected cinema brands,” said Gerwin
Damberg, EVP of Barco Cinema. “As someone who grew up in Germany, this milestone is
personally meaningful. It’s exciting to see our vision and technology come full circle, enhancing
the cinematic experience in the very theaters that once inspired my love of film.”

The company’s CEO An Steegen, who is on Variety‘s Women’s Impact report for 2025, said: “The accelerated drive for innovation and elevating cinema experience is transforming and reinvigorating the industry. The 2026 slate looks strong, and audiences will have a lot to look forward to. Many of the technology initiatives announced this year will continue, or in some cases rapidly expand, into next year, bringing more options and more access to exceptional cinema.”

She added the company is focused on the expansion of HDR by Barco using Lightsteering technology. “Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We’re always working on our portfolio roadmap to fuel a pipeline of solutions that are capable of powering the world of entertainment today and tomorrow,” she said. “Whether that means more efficient technologies, a lower environmental impact, advanced image quality or cutting-edge experiences, we’re on a mission to leverage innovation to drive results for the industries we work in, and the people who benefit from them. In cinema, this means taking care of partners in exhibition for the long-term and delivering what they need to keep moviegoers coming back week after week.”

Past releases in the format have included “Superman,” “F1” and “28 Years Later.” The upcoming “Wicked: For Good” will also be released in HDR format this year.

Stateside, Barco is also expanding the reach of its HDR format through partnerships with exhibitors and will have more than 30 HDR locations by the end of the year. Regal Cinemas has committed to establishing 20 RPX screens in the U.S. by the end of this year, and Alamo Drafthouse is also scheduled to add several HDR screens. 

Based on the company’s patented Lightsteering technology, Barco’s approach to HDR works by strategically redistributing light on screen to produce highlights that are over six times brighter than traditional projection, while retaining rich details in the darks for greater depth, clarity and range. HDR by Barco delivers expansive creative possibilities for filmmakers, producing a wide color gamut with high-contrast images that captivate audiences.

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Asrani: The Actor Who Brought Heart To Humour In Indian Cinema | Glamsham.com
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Asrani: The Actor Who Brought Heart To Humour In Indian Cinema | Glamsham.com

by jummy84 October 24, 2025
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The moment one utters the name Asrani, generations over 45 instinctively hear that unforgettable line – “Main Angrezon ke zamane ka jailer hoon!” The words, delivered in his inimitable pitch and rhythm, have outlived the cult classic film Sholay itself. But to remember Asrani only for Sholay would be to overlook one of Indian cinema’s most versatile, consistent, and quietly revolutionary performers.

Govardhan Asrani — simply known as Asrani — was born on January 1, 1941, in Jaipur, into a Sindhi family that had migrated from Karachi after Partition. He trained at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, where he was a classmate of Subhash Ghai and Shatrughan Sinha — both of whom would later acknowledge him as “the actor who could make tragedy sound funny.”

When Asrani came to Mumbai in the late 1960s, comic roles were largely loud and slapstick. What he brought was nuance — a realism hidden beneath humour. His characters were funny, but never foolish. Even in chaos, he maintained control — his expressions were calculated, his pauses deliberate, his delivery razor-sharp.

Asrani became a fixture in Hindi cinema through his 25-film collaboration with Rajesh Khanna. The two shared an off-screen friendship rare for that era. In films like Bawarchi, Aap Ki Kasam, Amar Prem, and Chhoti Si Baat, Asrani was more than comic relief — he was the emotional bridge between the star and the audience.

Few know that it was Khanna who insisted Hrishikesh Mukherjee cast Asrani in Bawarchi and later recommended him to Gulzar. It was Gulzar’s Aandhi and Koshish that revealed Asrani’s ability to shade humour with melancholy — something few comic actors attempted then.

The role of the jailer in Sholay wasn’t originally written for Asrani. Ramesh Sippy had initially considered Mehmood, but it was Asrani’s mock-Hitler audition that sealed the deal. On set, his improvisation — including the goose-step and exaggerated mustache — had the crew in splits. Amitabh Bachchan later recalled that “every time Asrani entered the frame, even rehearsals stopped — everyone wanted to see what he would do next.”

What made the jailer unforgettable wasn’t just the humour, but the satire – a colonial hangover caricatured in one man.

While audiences loved Asrani the comedian, the industry insiders respected Asrani the technician. He directed six films, including Chala Murari Hero Banne (1977), a semi-autobiographical take on a struggler’s life in Bollywood — years before such meta-narratives became fashionable.

He also discovered and mentored several Gujarati actors and screenwriters, quietly contributing to the rise of Gujarati cinema in the 1970s and 80s. Many later television comedians — from Paresh Rawal to Deven Bhojani — have cited Asrani as an early influence for his blend of sincerity and timing.

Unlike many of his contemporaries, Asrani never retired. He adapted. From the melodramatic frames of the 70s to the multiplex realism of the 2000s, he found his place. Whether in Hera Pheri, Malamaal Weekly, or Bhool Bhulaiyaa, he reinvented himself without ever becoming a caricature of his own legacy.

His final screen (released) appearance in The Trial (Season 2), where he played a sharp, high-profile lawyer with an understated arrogance, showed an actor still at work — still experimenting. Critics noted that his controlled performance “proved age had only honed his instinct for restraint.”

Those who knew him personally often remarked that Asrani’s off-screen persona was nothing like his on-screen ones. He was quiet, methodical, deeply spiritual, and known to rehearse each scene multiple times, fine-tuning tone and rhythm. His wife, actress Manisha (of Sholay’s chorus fame), once shared in an interview that Asrani would spend hours watching Charlie Chaplin reels to study “how silence could be comic too.”

He believed comedy was the toughest craft — “you must be intelligent enough to play stupid convincingly,” he once told a film school class in Pune.

On October 20, 2025, Asrani passed away in Mumbai at 84. His departure marks more than the loss of a beloved actor — it closes a chapter of Indian cinema that valued wit, warmth, and workmanship over showmanship.

Asrani’s body of work — over 350 films across languages, tones, and decades — stands as a masterclass in comic realism. He made laughter a language of empathy.

Bollywood has bid adieu to an artist who never sought the spotlight but ended up being the light in every frame he entered. He leaves behind not an obituary, but a legacy — one for generations of actors to learn how truth, timing, and tenderness can coexist in a single smile.

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Cinema Eye Honors 2025 Unveils First Round of Honorees and Nominees

by jummy84 October 24, 2025
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Cinema Eye Honors, the organization that “recognizes outstanding artistic achievement in nonfiction and documentary films and series” has launched its 19th annual celebrations today with the announcement of its first round of honorees, nominees, and longlists for 2026.

Among today’s announcements: the 16 films on the Audience Choice Prize Longlist, the unveiling of this year’s Unforgettables Honorees, nominees in five Broadcast categories (which, full disclosure, this writer serves on the nominating committees for), and the annual Shorts List (which spotlights 10 of the year’s top documentary short films).

The annual list of the Unforgettables — “the on-camera collaborators” from seven of the year’s best docs — are the first official honorees of the season and often among the most touching of the entire year.

Johnny Depp, Ti West, and Andrea Riseborough

These winners include Noam Shuster-Eliassi from Amber Fares’ “Coexistence, My Ass!”; Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley from Ryan White’s “Come See Me in the Good Light”; Seymour Hersh from Laura Poitras and Mark Obenhaus’ “Cover-Up”; Sara Shahverdi from Sara Khaki and Mohammedreza Eyni’s “Cutting Through Rocks”; Pasha Talankin from David Borenstein’s “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”; Jacinda Ardern from Michelle Walsh and Lindsey Utz’s “Prime Minister”; and Fatma Hassouna from Sepideh Farsi’s “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk.”

The honors for Andrea Gibson and Fatma Hassouna are both posthumous. Gibson, an American poet and activist, died in July after a battle with cancer (that is depicted in the film). Hassouna, a Palestinian photojournalist and artist, was killed alongside 10 family members in an Israeli airstrike in April.

Elsewhere, today’s list includes Broadcast Film and Series announcements, with FX on Hulu’s “Social Studies,” by director Lauren Greenfield, leading with three nominations (Nonfiction Series, Broadcast Cinematography, and Broadcast Editing). Mariska Hargitay’s “My Mom Jayne” and Matt Wolf’s “Pee-Wee as Himself” both picked up two nominations, as did Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson’s “Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius),” Darius Clark Monroe’s “Dallas, 2019,” and Nyle DiMarco and Davis Guggenheim’s “Deaf President Now!”

“Social Studies” — Pictured: (l-r) Bella and Holly. CR: Lauren Greenfield/FX.
‘Social Studies’Lauren Greenfield/INSTITUTE

“Deaf President Now!” also shows up as one of 16 films named to Cinema Eye’s annual Audience Choice Prize Longlist, where documentary fans and viewers from around the world cast their votes to determine this year’s ten nominees and ultimately the prize winner. The Longlist includes many of this year’s most acclaimed and talked about documentaries, including “Apocalypse in the Tropics”; “Coexistence, My Ass!”; “Cutting Through Rocks”; “The Eyes of Ghana”; “Folktales”; “It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley”; “The Librarians”; “Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore”; “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”; “Orwell: 2+2=5”; “The Perfect Neighbor”; and “The Tale of Silyan.”

The Audience Choice Prize is often a key harbinger for future documentary awards, including the Best Documentary Oscar. This year’s Oscar winner, “No Other Land,” was on the Longlist and the previous six Oscar winners were all Audience Choice nominees. Initial voting to determine this year’s nominees will open on Tuesday, October 28.

Lastly, Cinema Eye also announced the ten films on this year’s Shorts List, the organization’s annual list of semi-finalists for its Nonfiction Short Film Honor. Of those ten films, six will be announced as the official nominees. Last year, four of the nominees (and the eventual winner) for the Oscar for Best Documentary Short Film were part of the Cinema Eye Shorts List.

Cinema Eye will return to the historic New York Academy of Medicine in East Harlem for its 19th Annual Awards Ceremony, to be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

A full list of this year’s announcements and nominees follows.

Unforgettables Honorees

Noam Shuster-Eliassi
Coexistence, My Ass!

Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley
Come See Me in the Good Light

Seymour Hersh
Cover-Up

Sara Shahverdi
Cutting Through Rocks

Pasha Talankin
Mr. Nobody Against Putin

Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister

Fatma Hassouna
Put Your Soul On Your Hand and Walk

Audience Choice Prize Longlist

Apocalypse in the Tropics
Directed By Petra Costa

Coexistence, My Ass!
Directed By Amber Fares

Come See Me in the Good Light
Directed By Ryan White

Cover-Up
Directed By Laura Poitras and Mark Obenhaus

Cutting Through Rocks
Directed By Sara Khaki and Mohammadreza Eyni

Deaf President Now!
Directed By Nyle DiMarco and Davis Guggenheim

The Eyes of Ghana
Directed By Ben Proudfoot

Folktales
Directed By Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady

It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley
Directed By Amy Berg

The Librarians
Directed By Kim A. Snyder

Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore
Directed By Shoshannah Stern

Mr. Nobody Against Putin
Directed By David Borenstein

Orwell: 2+2=5
Directed By Raoul Peck

The Perfect Neighbor
Directed By Geeta Gandbhir

Prime Minister
Directed By Michelle Walsh and Lindsay Utz

The Tale of Silyan
Directed By Tamara Kotevska

Broadcast Film Nominees

Deaf President Now!
Directed by Nyle DiMarco and Davis Guggenheim
Apple TV+

Democracy Noir
Directed by Connie Field
SWR / ARTE / DR

Enigma
Directed by Zackary Drucker
HBO | Max

My Mom Jayne
Directed by Mariska Hargitay
HBO | Max

Pee-wee as Himself
Directed by Matt Wolf
HBO | Max

Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
Directed by Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson
Hulu

Nonfiction Series Nominees

Chimp Crazy
Directed by Eric Goode
HBO | Max

Couples Therapy
Directed by Pax Wassermann
Paramount+

Dallas, 2019
Directed by Darius Clark Monroe
PBS/Independent Lens

The Sing Sing Chronicles
Directed by Dawn Porter
MSNBC

Social Studies
Directed by Lauren Greenfield
FX on Hulu

The Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking the Truth
Directed by Juliette Eisner
National Geographic

Anthology Series Nominees

Conan O’Brien Must Go
Executive Producers Conan O’Brien and Jeff Ross
HBO | Max

Harlem Ice
Executive Producers Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Sara Bernstein, Justin Wilkes, Robin Roberts and Geeta Gandbhir
Disney+

Omnivore
Executive Producers René Redzepi, Ben Liebmann, Chris Rice, Matt Goulding, Collin Orcutt and Mateo Willis
Apple TV+

Our Oceans
Executive Producers Jonathan Smith and James Honeyborne
Netflix

SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night
Executive Producers Morgan Neville, Caitrin Rogers and Juaquin Cambron
Peacock

Tucci In Italy
Executive Producers Stanley Tucci, Lottie Birmingham, Amanda Lyon and Simon Raikes
National Geographic

Broadcast Editing Nominees

Deaf President Now!
Edited by Michael Harte
Apple TV+

My Mom Jayne
Edited by JD Marlow
HBO | Max

Pee-wee as Himself
Edited by Damian Rodriguez
HBO | Max

Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)
Edited by Joshua L. Pearson
Hulu

Social Studies
Edited by Alyse Ardell Spiegel, Helen Kearns, Catherine Bull and Charles Little II
FX on Hulu

Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos
Edited by Andy Grieve
HBO | Max

Broadcast Cinematography Nominees

Chef’s Table: Legends
Director of Photography Will Basanta
Netflix

Dallas, 2019
Director of Photography Christine Ng
PBS/Independent Lens

No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski
Director of Photography Steve Lidgerwood
National Geographic

Omnivore
Director of Photography Tom Elliot, Sy Turnbull and Jurgen Lisse
Apple TV+

Our Oceans
Director of Photography Roger Munns, Roger Horrocks, Justin Maguire, Ryan Tidman and Jamie McPherson
Netflix

Social Studies
Director of Photography Bryan Donnell, Jenna Rosher and Jerry Risius
FX on Hulu

Shorts List

All The Empty Rooms
Directed by Joshua Seftel

Am I the skinniest person you’ve ever seen?
Directed by Eisha Marjara

Armed Only With a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud
Directed by Brent Renaud and Craig Renaud

Crying Glacier
Directed by Lutz Stautner

The Devil is Busy
Directed by Geeta Gandbhir and Christalyn Hampton

The Long Valley
Directed by Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck and Robert Machoian

Mama Micra
Directed by Rebecca Blöcher

perfectly a strangeness
Directed by Alison McAlpine

We Were The Scenery
Directed by Christopher Radcliff

Who Loves The Sun
Directed by Arshia Shakiba

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