Bollywood

Good films apart, an unusual trend this year was Bollywood's openness to take up subjects that are apart from the usual, but perhaps much needed nowadays.

Haidry’s debut film as a lyricist was ‘Gurgaon’. He wrote two songs for the film – ‘Aiyyash Chore’ solo and ‘Udi’ in collaboration with Varun Grover.

Bollywood cinema, from its inception, through some of its iconic films, has also served as a mirror to the stark reality of the world.

Several popular B-town celebs took to social media and urged their fans participate in beach clean up at Juhu, Mumbai.

According to sources, the actor may take home Rs 13 crore for her titular role in Padmavati. Even as filmmakers start to make women-centric movies, their success does not translate to parity of pay.

The Oscars is notorious for 'white-washing' and under-representing the cinema world's female and ethnic talent. Things could be changing however as a host of Bollywood's finest have been invited to next years ceremony.

As more people are getting online, the demand for varied content will not get over anytime soon. We need the law to keep pace as well.

Road accidents lead to numerous deaths in India each year. With widespread disuse of helmets and seat belts, a citizen raises concerns about the depiction of drivers in movies.

From a legendary queen to an award-winning social entrepreneur, Hindi movies are set to offer a glimpse into the lives of famous figures.

Roopa Swaminathan takes a look at how the Indian movie industry has put India on the map.