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Ashutosh Gowariker reveals why Adah Sharma’s The Kerala Story won 2 National Awards despite controversy & opposition: ‘It didn’t ever try to overpower the narrative…’Ashutosh Gowariker, the filmmaker and jury head, revealed the reason behind The Kerala Story getting two awards

How Triptii Dimri’s character in ‘Dhadak 2’ is a crucial embodiment of solidarity, sensitivity, and strength amid caste-politicsThe two scenes that stand out are towards the end when she explodes on her family and gives a chilling monologue about Ghar Ki Izzat and women’s responsibilities. The other one is her cry for help

Honouring ‘The Kerala Story’ endorses use of films to spread communal hatred, says CM Pinarayi VijayanThe film had courted controversy for its portrayal of women in Kerala being forcefully converted and recruited by the terror group Islamic State.

Sanya Malhotra & Ekta Kapoor react to Netflix’s Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery National Award win: ‘This recognition encourages me to continue choosing…’Sanya Malhotra’s satirical comedy Kathal: A Jackfruit Mystery, celebrated for its fresh storytelling, social relevance and quirky humour, saw her portray a determined police officer investigating the theft of two prized jackfruits

EXCLUSIVE| Sagarika Chakraborty, who inspired Rani Mukerji’s Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, reacts to actress’ National Award win: ‘Not just a personal triumph for her, it’s a moment of validation for every mother…’Sagarika Chakraborty, the Indian mother who inspired this hard-hitting movie, shared her thoughts on Rani’s win in an exclusive interview with Firstpost and said ‘This recognition is not just a personal triumph for her—it is a moment of validation for every mother who has ever fought against unimaginable odds for her children’.

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 director Sukumar’s daughter Sukriti Veni Bandreddi wins Best Child Artist National Award for Gandhi Tatha ChettuThis is a big win for Sukriti Veni Bandreddi, marking a promising start to her acting career with this film. Gandhi Tatha Chettu is a Telugu social drama directed by Padmavathi Malladi and produced by Naveen Yerneni, Ravi Shankar, and Sesha Sindu Rao under Mythri Movie Makers, Sukumar Writings, and Gopi Talkies

Gopi Puthran on Netflix and Vaani Kapoor’s Mandala Murders: ‘I have tried to do something new and…’Gopi is a big binger of psychological thrillers and mysteries that pushes audience to think about what is real, what is just sheer figment of imagination and can the occult exist in today’s modern world

Saiyaara box office: Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda starrer remains super strong despite Son of Sardaar 2 & Dhadak 2 arrivalSaiyaara earned around Rs 4.50 crore yesterday and currently stands with a total collection of approximately 290 crore

Mahavatar Narsimha box office: The animated film beats Saiyaara, Son of Sardaar & Dhadak 2 – here’s howThe cumulative collection of Mahavatar Narsimha is around Rs 53 crore (all versions), and since there are no releases until Independence Day, it has a complete chance to enter the prestigious club of Rs 100 crore.

Ranveer Singh celebrates National Award win for ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’: ‘Feeling proud and…’The love and appreciation that poured in for his role as Rocky has now been matched with national-level recognition