Imtiaz Ali

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap’s daughter and social media figure Aaliyah Kashyap married her boyfriend Shane Gregoire on December 11 last year. The actress has now treated her fans to some unseen glimpses from her grand Haldi ceremony, which took place on December 8. The pictures feature her father Anurag, radiating joy in vibrant yellow outfits.

The 12th Metaphor Lucknow Literature Festival honored the cultural and literary legacy with notable figures discussing the region's heritage. Highlights included talks by filmmakers, poets, and actors on their contributions to arts and culture, culminating in a mesmerizing kathak performance.

Imtiaz Ali confirmed his highly-anticipated film 'The Idiot of Istanbul' starring Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil and Triptii Dimri. The film, set to begin filming in early 2025, marks Fahadh's Bollywood debut. Ali, known for 'Jab We Met', expressed excitement about the project. Fahadh was recently seen in 'Pushpa 2: Rule'.

Actress Nargis Fakhri revealed that it was an ad campaign she shot for in Greece that helped her bag the 2011 blockbuster film "Rockstar" starring Ranbir Kapoor.

Laila Majnu's re-release in 2024 was a financial success, earning nearly Rs 9 crore, which is three times more than its original 2018 release. Director Sajid Ali expressed his gratitude and confidence boost from the film's renewed success, highlighting the organic nature of the recent positive reception without additional promotional spending.

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Ahsaas Channa, who began her acting journey as a child star, has successfully evolved into a prominent face in the world of digital entertainment. In a recent interview, she expressed her aspiration to step into Bollywood with an imagined film by Imtiaz, featuring Aamir Khan and Diljit Dosanjh.

Fans climbed trees at Diljit Dosanjh's Chandigarh concert, mirroring a scene from Imtiaz Ali's film "Amar Singh Chamkila." The film, starring Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra, portrays the life of the controversial Punjabi singer, Amar Singh Chamkila, who was assassinated at a young age. Dosanjh expressed gratitude to his Chandigarh fans for their enthusiastic support.

Imtiaz Ali refuted claims that Shah Rukh Khan's stardom hampered his creative control over "Jab Harry Met Sejal." Ali admitted to overlooking the scale of Khan's fanbase and the film's structural shortcomings. He emphasized prioritizing artistic vision over commercial pressures, viewing the film as a learning experience.

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap defended his son-in-law, Shane Gregoire, against online criticism of his emotional display at his wedding to Aaliyah Kashyap. A video showed Shane tearing up as Aaliyah walked down the aisle, prompting both positive and negative reactions. Kashyap praised Shane's sensitivity and love for his daughter, dismissing critics as missing the genuine emotion of the moment.

Lucknow is gearing up for two weekends of cultural immersion. The Metaphor Literary Festival, starting December 14, features filmmakers, actors, and authors, with Padma Shri Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasiya as chief guest. The following weekend, Repertwahr festival presents a mix of theatre, music, and comedy, with performances by Prateek Kuhad, Agnee, and prominent stand-up comedians.

Veteran actor Rajesh Khattar, who has lent his voice for Fahadh Faasil’s character in the Hindi version of Pushpa: The Rule, shared his admiration for the actor. Imtiaz Ali's upcoming project Idiots of Istanbul marks the Bollywood debut of celebrated South Indian actor Fahadh Faasil, who stars alongside Triptii Dimri.

Aaliyah Kashyap and Shane Gregoire celebrated their upcoming wedding with a mehendi ceremony. Aaliyah adorned her hands with unique pet-themed henna, while Shane showcased a heart with her name. The couple, twinning in powder blue outfits, were joined by friends and family, including Khushi Kapoor. The festivities follow their engagement last year and a recent Haldi ceremony.

​Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is totally at home in Kolkata, its food, culture, and everything that makes the city special. And when he went on a food trail with us on Friday, he totally knew where he wanted to go

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga initially envisioned Parineeti Chopra as Gitanjali, Rannvijay’s wife, in the blockbuster Animal starring Ranbir Kapoor. However, due to scheduling conflicts, Parineeti had to step away, paving the way for Rashmika Mandanna to take on the role. Following its release, Animal became a massive hit, grossing over Rs 900 crore at the box office. Rashmika’s performance earned widespread acclaim from both fans and critics. Despite missing out on the film, Parineeti holds no regrets, attributing her decision to divine intervention.

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Daler Mehndi lauded Diljit Dosanjh's success but questioned his decision to seemingly cut his hair for the film *Amar Singh Chamkila*, where Diljit portrayed the controversial folk singer. Daler, prohibited from singing Chamkila's songs in his childhood, expressed surprise at Diljit's choice, contrasting it with his own commitment to keeping his turban.