Multiplexes v producers: A battle without a winner
The decision of some producers to release their movies directly on OTT has riled multiplexes, but this is a fight no one can win. In the end, it’s about economic compulsions.
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Audible makes India testing ground for innovation
The Amazon-owned audiobook streaming platform is roping in top Bollywood talent to offer free content to users to experiment with new formats and vernacular stories.
Being Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan has been in the movies for 50 years, but still works with the enthusiasm of a newcomer. He has been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award this year.
Kalyan Jewellers: Striking gold
Kerala’s Kalyanaraman family has built a ₹10,500-crore jewellery empire and is looking at touching ₹25,000 crore by 2025.
Lights, camera, take two for big movie producers
Once upon a time big-ticket movies headlined by megastars would be lapped up by audiences. Not anymore. Moviemakers are realising that small is not just beautiful but profitable, too.
Singh is the new king
He is fast turning into a hit machine and is the first choice for endorsements for a variety of megabrands. Ranveer Singh is an idea whose time has come.
Inside the issue: The Business of Entertainment
Here’s a sneak peek into our biannual collector’s edition on the business of entertainment.
To me a blockbuster is when my film connects with audiences: Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt has proven her calibre as a good actor yet again with her latest release Gully Boy. Despite Ranveer Singh in the title role, she marks her presence in every scene that she appears in.
The business of entertainment
Editor’s letter from the biannual collector’s edition.
Virat Kohli is India’s most valued celebrity brand
India’s top 20 celebrities have a cumulative brand value of $877 million and Deepika Padukone’s brand value is highest among Bollywood stars, says report.
