Kartik Aaryan congratulates Murlikant Petkar on being named for Arjuna Award

Petkar, who won the top honours in the 50m freestyle swimming event of the 1972 Heidelberg Paralympics, was portrayed by Aaryan in "Chandu Champion", the 2024 sports drama film from acclaimed filmmaker Kabir Khan.

Our 10 favourite cinematic masterpieces of 2024

From record-breaking sequels to ground-breaking originals, 2024’s top films redefined cinema with exceptional storytelling, stunning visuals, and unforgettable performances, leaving a lasting impact on audiences worldwide

Meet the Delhi NSD graduates who made their mark in films/OTTs this year

Patriot traces the journeys of actors and directors from the capital who made the leap from the National School of Drama to the big stage in 2024

Strings of eternity: Abhay Rustum Sopori’s journey of music, mysticism, and legacy

From the Kashmir valley to the global stage, the santoor maestro weaves a 300 year old tradition, one melody at a time

Global drag royalties lights up stages in India with glamour, energy, and pride

Laganja Estranja and Elista Dazzle at Kitty Su, uniting international flair with India’s vibrant drag culture

‘120 Bahadur’ starring Farhan Akhtar to release in November 2025

Set against the backdrop of the 1962 India-China war, the upcoming movie is billed as a tribute to Param Vir Chakra recipient Major Shaitan Singh and the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment.

Zakir Hussain: Music, film fraternity remembers ‘ustadji’

Hussain, 73, died at a San Francisco hospital from complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, the family said on Monday.

I nearly left NSD due to language barrier: Govind Namdev

In a candid conversation with Patriot, the veteran actor shares untold stories of perseverance, mentorship, and transformation at the country’s premier drama school