top of page
Edge & Essence


PERSONALITY OVER PERCEPTION
As Rangeela completes 30 years and prepares for a 4K re-release, Urmila Matondkar reflects on cinema, choice, and why personality—not appearance—defines lasting stardom Three decades after Rangeela redefined urban Hindi cinema, Urmila Matondkar still speaks of the film with the wonder of someone who understands its enduring pulse. With the 1995 cult classic set for a 4K re-release on 28 November 2025, the actor looks back at a film that shaped her career—and forward to sto
Lipika Varma
Dec 23, 20253 min read


NEERAJ GHAYWAN’S 'HOMEBOUND' MAKES OSCAR SHORTLIST
The Cannes-lauded drama charts an extraordinary global journey as it earns a place on the Academy’s Best International Feature shortlist Neeraj Ghaywan’s much-acclaimed film Homebound has been shortlisted in the Best International Feature category at the Oscars, placing it among 15 films from across the world vying for a nomination at the 98th Academy Awards. The recognition marks a significant milestone for the film, which first premiered in the Un Certain Regard section

E2 Correspondent
Dec 17, 20252 min read


EMOTION OVER SHOCK
In her upcoming JioHotstar series Mrs. Deshpande , Madhuri Dixit Nene steps into unfamiliar territory, choosing emotional complexity over graphic sensationalism Madhuri Dixit Nene Madhuri Dixit says her approach to portraying a convicted serial killer in Mrs. Deshpande was never about shock or spectacle, but about understanding the emotional layers of a deeply complex woman. Speaking in a recent media interview, the actress emphasised that the series consciously steers away
Ajuli Tulsyan
Dec 15, 20252 min read


I WAS ACCEPTED JUST THE WAY I AM: KASHIKA KAPOOR
The actor reflects on an encouraging industry experience where authenticity mattered more than alteration Actor Kashika Kapoor is candidly sharing her early experiences in the film industry—and her account offers a refreshing counterpoint to the often-heard narratives around beauty pressure in cinema. At a time when discussions on cosmetic enhancement and unrealistic standards dominate public discourse, Kashika maintains that her journey has been grounded in acceptance and

E2 Correspondent
Dec 10, 20252 min read


LONDON UNVEILS DDLJ STATUE, CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF AN INDIAN CINEMA ICON
A bronze statue of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, immortalising their iconic Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge pose, now graces London’s Leicester Square in a historic first for Indian cinema A bronze sculpture of Bollywood legends Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, depicting their unforgettable pose from the 1995 classic Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), was unveiled at London’s Leicester Square on Thursday to commemorate 30 years of the beloved film. Both actors were present for the ceremon

E2 Correspondent
Dec 5, 20252 min read


UK -YRF DEBUT COLLABORATION TITLE TO BE INSPIRED BY MUSIC COMPOSITION
Director Ali Abbas Zafar As per our source, in a first-of-its-kind cinematic alliance, the UK and Yash Raj Films (YRF) are coming together for a high-octane action–romance, promising to bring a new dimension to international filmmaking. Helmed by celebrated director Ali Abbas Zafar, the film features Ahaan Panday and Sharvari Wagh in lead roles — a pairing that’s already generating immense anticipation. Sharvari Wagh The project, which marks a milestone partnership between
Lipika Varma
Oct 14, 20251 min read


HOMEBOUND: WHEN FRIENDSHIP MEETS TRAGEDY
Director : Neeraj Ghaywan Cast : Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor Rating : 4.5/5 India’s official entry for Best...
Arpita Nayak
Oct 13, 20252 min read
bottom of page