'Papa Please' deals with stifled childhood

'Papa Please' deals with stifled childhood New Delhi: After basking in the glory of the National Award for 'I AM', actor-producer Sanjay Suri returns to the big screen in the role of a school teacher for a new film 'Papa Please', which deals with the undue academic pressure on children. In 2008, actor-filmmaker Aamir Khan dealt with a similar issue in his blockbuster film 'Taare Zameen Par'. "The template is the same, but the story is...
01:11 PM, Apr 28, 2012

Cannes invites Onir to attend Producers Network

Cannes invites Onir to attend Producers Network Mumbai: Onir couldn't have asked for more. First he won the National Award for 'I AM' and now the director has received an official invitation from Cannes to be part of the film festival's Producers Network. "I am on seventh heaven right now. With all this good news coming my way, I feel rejuvenated once again. First, the award and now this, it's overwhelming. It still has to sink in....
09:35 AM, Mar 21, 2012

Filmmakers don't trust new writers: Onir

Filmmakers don't trust new writers: Onir Mumbai: Filmmaker Onir, who has made some powerful films like 'My Brother Nikhil' and 'I Am', says there is no dearth of talented writers but filmmakers like to play it safe and choose to go with tried-and-tested stories. "I don't think there are no writers or stories, there is a lack of people who believe in them. I am sure there are enough writers and stories but unfortunately the people...
08:28 PM, Mar 12, 2012
Sanjay Suri turns CJ to fight migrants' cause

Sanjay Suri turns CJ to fight migrants' cause

Actor Sanjay Suri turns citizen journalist to expose the lack of proper facilities at a Jammu migrant camp. ...
07:26 AM, Apr 25, 2011
Citizen Journalist show: The success stories

Citizen Journalist show: The success stories

Watch how The Citizen Journalist show helped rescue five-year-old Karnit Shah and helped in stopping the construction of an illegal building. ...
10:15 PM, Apr 24, 2011

Music launch of Onir's forthcoming film 'I Am'

Music launch of Onir's forthcoming film 'I Am' Mumbai: The music launch of Onir's forthcoming film 'I Am' was held on Saturday evening. The film deals with subjects ranging from child abuse to homosexuality. Apart from touching upon sensitive issues, film maker Onir's latest offering 'I Am' has packed in quite a punch with its music as well. The music has been composed by three music directors - Rajiv Bhalla, Vivek Philip and the sensational Amit Trivedi. Juhi...
02:05 PM, Apr 18, 2011

Onir talks of his sexual preference

Onir talks of his sexual preference Mumbai: Gay director Onir is quite upright about his alternative sexual preference and asserts that it didn't create obstacles in his career. He says that he loves telling stories no one dares to bring on the big screen and that his next will be a political thriller. "No, I never faced any obstacle because of my sexual preference. Delhi High Court had declared it as legal and now it's being...
10:38 AM, Mar 13, 2011
Boss Kaun Tha: Industry pays tribute to RDB

Boss Kaun Tha: Industry pays tribute to RDB

Composers, singers and actors hum their favourite R. D. Burman songs ...
02:55 PM, Jun 27, 2010

Masand's movie review: Sikandar misses its goal

Masand's movie review: Sikandar misses its goal Despite its best efforts the film doesn't quite work due to a rickety screenplay. ...
03:05 AM, Aug 22, 2009

Masand's Verdict: Sorry Bhai is a brave little film

Masand's Verdict: Sorry Bhai is a brave little film Sorry Bhai is a brave little film that puts a fresh spin on the tale. ...
11:52 PM, Nov 28, 2008

Singer complains, court stays release of Sorry Bhai

Singer complains, court stays release of Sorry Bhai Allegation of copyright infringement filed against filmmakers. ...
10:13 PM, Nov 26, 2008

Sorry Bhai has a new love triangle for audience

Sorry Bhai has a new love triangle for audience The movie is about falling in love with brother's fiancée. ...
02:37 AM, Nov 18, 2008
Onir and Sanjay bond over Sorry Bhai

Onir and Sanjay bond over Sorry Bhai

Filmmaker Onirban and actor Sanjay Suri spill the beans about their forthcoming film Sorry Bhai. ...
02:41 AM, Nov 12, 2008
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