War of the cinematic worlds

With a host of films skipping the theatrical run and going for a digital release, the Indian film industry faces a new set of challenges amid the pandemic FIRST DAY, FIRST SHOW. You are all excited for it, as always. Probably, you have been waiting for this film for a long time – since the […]

Brown girl in the ring

Netflix series ‘Never Have I Ever’ gives us a glimpse into the life of an Indian-American teen without putting her on the sidelines or merely using her for comic relief A 15-year-old is praying to God as her first day of sophomore year at high school is about to begin. She says, “I think we […]

“I enjoy delving deep into the script”

Designer, philanthropist and actor Nyla Masood talks about her latest venture, her varied experiences in the film industry and more How did you start your journey in Bollywood?  It was around 2007-08 when a friend of mine wrote his first script. He insisted I take up the work since I was the only designer he […]

An interval like no other

Film producer Siddharth Anand Kumar gives an insight into the production scene in India amid the global pandemic The entertainment industry has not escaped the wrath of the Coronavirus pandemic. The film industry has come to a standstill, with cinema halls shut and production coming to a halt. Film producer Siddharth Anand Kumar, Saregama VP […]

Home alone with Disney+

Amid the Covid-19 pandemic, Disney launched its streaming service in India – giving us the chance to relive our childhood You come back home from school, switch on the TV and start watching your favourite show ‘Hannah Montana’. Or, it’s a Sunday morning and ‘High School Musical’ appears on TV – and you can’t stop […]

Game’s not over

Patriot recommends a few sports documentaries and series one can watch during this period of quarantine As the Coronavirus holds the world in its vice-like grip killing more than 80,000 people, entire nations have gone into lockdown, shutting all services and asking people to stay at home.  Sporting events from all over the world, right […]

Bollywood beats lockdown blues

From sharing life lessons to reciting poetries – Bollywood celebs are entertaining their fans even amid lockdown Do you need some motivation to clean that messy corner of your room? Or, do you want some life lessons or guidance? Well, no need to watch DIY videos or read a self-help book. Because Bollywood celebrities are […]

“Working at Paramount is a dream come true”

Film producer Shardul Sharma talks about his journey from Shiamak Davar’s dance studio to one of Hollywood’s biggest studios First things first. How did you venture into film production? Tell us about your journey. In India, I started my career with Shiamak Davar (ace Bollywood choreographer/ dance director/ producer) at the age of 16. I performed as […]