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Veteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen admitted to SSKM Hospital in critical condition
Regional Cinema | Aug 15, 2026, 05:11 PM ISTVeteran Bengali filmmaker Raja Sen has been admitted to Kolkata's state-run SSKM Hospital in critical condition and is currently on a ventilator, according to film industry sources. The 70-year-old director has been dealing with age-related ailments.
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Mark Rydell, Oscar-nominated On Golden Pond director, dies at 97; Bette Midler pays tribute
Hollywood | Aug 15, 2026, 09:19 AM ISTHollywood director Mark Rydell, known for films such as On Golden Pond and The Long Goodbye, died at the age of 97 on Friday, August 14, 2026.
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Shakeel Noorani arrested in rape case; actress alleges she was drugged, threatened with video
Entertainment | Aug 09, 2026, 11:55 PM ISTThe Malvani Police have registered a case under sections 64(2)(M), 123, 351(2), and 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against Bollywood director Shakeel Noorani.
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James Burrows, director behind 'Friends,' dies at 85; David Schwimmer pays emotional tribute
Hollywood | Jun 20, 2026, 11:42 AM ISTAcclaimed television director James Burrows, known for directing hit sitcoms like 'Friends' and others, has died at the age of 85. Friends cast members, including David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Mett LeBlanc, have paid their heartfelt tributes.
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Bharathiraja's final rites to be held with full state honours in his hometown Theni on June 11
Regional Cinema | Jun 11, 2026, 09:33 AM ISTFilmmaker Bharathiraja's final rites will be held with full state honours in his hometown Theni on June 11, as announced by lyricist Vairamuthu, speaking on behalf of the family.
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Bharathiraja dies at 84: TN CM Vijay, Suriya, and others arrive at funeral to pay last respects
Entertainment | Jun 10, 2026, 01:22 PM ISTSeveral prominent celebrities including Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay, actor Suriya, attended Bharathiraja's funeral to pay their final respects. The veteran filmmaker and actor died at the age of 84 due to age-related complications.
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I-PAC director Vinesh Chandel gets bail in money laundering case
India | Apr 30, 2026, 11:13 AM ISTThe Patiala House Court has granted bail to IPAC Co-Founder Vinesh Chandel in a money laundering case. The court approved the bail plea after hearing arguments in the matter linked to financial irregularities.
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Radikaa Sarathkumar pens heartfelt note as Bharathiraja reviews Thaai Kizhavi after hospital return
Regional Cinema | Apr 19, 2026, 09:53 AM ISTRadikaa Sarathkumar shares an heartfelt note after legendary filmmaker Bharathiraja watches Thaai Kizhavi after returning from hospital. The 84-year-old director was hospitalised due to unspecified illness and recently got discharged.
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Tsutomu Shibayama, Doraemon director, dies at 84 | A look at his directorial career
TV | Mar 19, 2026, 11:10 AM ISTTsutomu Shibayama, the director of famous Anime series and films Doraemon, died at the age of 84. He was reportedly suffering from Cancer.
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Manjummel Boys director Chidambaram gets anticipatory bail in sexual assault case from Kerala Court
Regional Cinema | Mar 09, 2026, 04:25 PM ISTChidambaram, director of Manjummel Boys, has received major relief from the court. This relief was granted in a case from 2022. Learn about the entire matter and the restrictions imposed by the court on the director in this article.
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Vikram Bhatt, wife arrested for allegedly duping Rajasthan doctor of Rs 30 crore in fraud case
Entertainment | Dec 11, 2025, 12:11 PM ISTFilmmaker Vikram Bhatt was arrested by the Udaipur police from Mumbai in connection with a Rs 30 crore cheating case registered in Rajasthan. Read on for more details.
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Prem Sagar, son of legendary director Ramanand Sagar, passes away; industry mourns loss
Entertainment | Aug 31, 2025, 04:37 PM ISTLegendary director Ramanand Sagar's son Prem Sagar passed away on Sunday at the age of 84. According to reports, he had been unwell for some time.
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Ratan Thiyam, first NSD graduate from Manipur and former director, dies at 77
Entertainment | Jul 23, 2025, 03:14 PM ISTRatan Thiyam, celebrated Indian theatre pioneer from Manipur and former NSD director, died at 77 after battling prolonged illness. His legacy reshaped modern Indian theatre.
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Partho Ghosh, director of 100 Days and Agni Sakshi, dies of heart attack at 75
Entertainment | Jun 09, 2025, 12:27 PM ISTPartho Ghosh was one of the well-known Bollywood director. He died of a heart attack at the age of 75.
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Shaji N Karun, National Award-winning Malayalam filmmaker, dies at 73
Entertainment | Apr 28, 2025, 06:16 PM ISTShaji N Karun was a unique talent who helmed Malayalam cinema at both national and international levels.
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Hrithik takes director's chair for 'Krrish 4' as Rakesh Roshan, Aditya Chopra join hands to produce
Bollywood | Mar 28, 2025, 11:58 AM ISTHrithik Roshan takes on directing duties for Krrish 4, marking a new chapter in the iconic franchise, with Rakesh Roshan and Aditya Chopra joining forces as producers to create a cinematic masterpiece.
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Patna hospital director shot dead inside her chamber, police launch probe
Bihar | Mar 22, 2025, 11:42 PM ISTPatna hospital director Surbhi Raj was shot dead inside her chamber by unidentified assailants. Police have launched an investigation, recovered bullet shells, and are scanning CCTV footage to identify the culprits.
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Women's Day 2025 Special: Who was India's first woman director? Know everything about her
Entertainment | Mar 07, 2025, 06:42 PM ISTFatma Begum, India's first female film director, broke gender barriers in the early Indian film industry, pioneering women's roles behind and in front of the camera while shaping the future of Indian cinema.
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Pushpa 2 director Sukumar's Hyderabad residence raided by Income Tax officials | Deets Inside
Entertainment | Jan 22, 2025, 04:12 PM ISTIncome Tax Department officials have raided the house of 'Pushpa 2' director Sukumar. The director was not at home during the raid. He was caught at Hyderabad airport. No official statement has been released in this matter yet.
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MT Vasudevan Nair dies: From Nirmalyam to Oru Cheru Punchiri, check filmography of timeless maestro
Entertainment | Dec 26, 2024, 06:15 AM ISTCondoling MT Vasudevan Nair's demise, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan termed him as a towering figure in the fields of Malayalam short story writing, novel writing, screenplay writing, film direction, journalism, and cultural leadership.