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Kumar Shyam

Kumar Shyam

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Abu Dhabi
When he is not fussing over facts and logic in news reports on the production desk, Kumar applies his passion for Bollywood and sporting experience to his writing. He invokes the punter’s spirit in Fantasy Premier League and Shane Warne’s magical arm movement occasionally.
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Arjun Kapoor as Sadashiv Rao Bhau in 'Panipat'. Photo: AGPPL / Instagram
Arjun Kapoor on 'Panipat' critics: they 'have nothing else to do'

The story of Maratha martyrs 'deserves to be told', says the actor, who thinks the comparisons with Bajirao Mastani are missing the point

FilmNovember 28, 2019
'Midway' focuses on events leading up to and the most important naval battle in the Pacific, the battle of Midway. Courtesy Lionsgate Films
Review: ‘Midway’ shows Hollywood can get the war epic right

An all-star cast including Nick Jonas, Woody Harrelson, Luke Evans and Mandy Moore, come together in a tasteful treatment of the historical event

FilmNovember 07, 2019
In 'Ujda Chaman' Sunny Singh plays a 30-year-old teacher who is hoping to meet someone special. Supplied
Ujda Chaman: Sunny Singh shines as balding leading man

The situational comedy is a breath of fresh air

FilmNovember 01, 2019
In 'Ujda Chaman' Sunny Singh plays a 30-year-old teacher who is hoping to meet someone special. Supplied
Two Bollywood movies about baldness coming out in November

Two movies about baldness are coming out in Bollywood in November

FilmOctober 29, 2019
Saand Ki Aankh. Courtesy Reliance Entertainment
'Saand Ki Aankh': a great movie marred by one bad decision

There are heartwarming moments, and some great acting: but older actors really should have been cast

FilmOctober 26, 2019
Saand Ki Aankh. Courtesy Reliance Entertainment
Bhumi Pednekar feels 'vulnerable' over 'Saand Ki Aankh'

The actress says the film is particularly important to her because of a family connection, and the fact the story 'comments on the patriarchal structure'

FilmOctober 21, 2019
Taapsee Pannu plays a woman in her 60s in 'Saand Ki Aankh'. Photo: Sujit Jaiswal / AFP
Taapsee Pannu ignores the Saand Ki Aankh critics: 'excited' about making female-led films

'This is my career’s toughest role and the biggest challenge I have taken. I am really thankful for this opportunity'

FilmOctober 20, 2019
Saif Ali Khan plays the character of Gossain in 'Laal Kaptaan'. Eros International
Film review: why 'Laal Kaptaan' fails to live up to the hype

Navdeep Singh's third project, starring Saif Ali Khan, is more miss than hit

FilmOctober 19, 2019
Akshaye Khanna‎, right and ‎Richa Chadda in 'Section 375'. Panorama Studios
Film Review: 'Section 375' is a must-watch

The courtroom drama film looks at sexual violence against women, a hot topic in India today

FilmSeptember 16, 2019
Akshaye Khanna‎ and ‎Richa Chadda in 'Section 375'. Panorama Studios
Why 'Section 375' stars think the film will make a difference

The actors play opposing lawyers in the courtroom drama, but are united in the opinion that the film is a balanced take on the sensitive issue of rape

FilmSeptember 12, 2019
Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor in 'Saaho'. Courtesy of UV Creations
Review: Saaho is a breathtaking blockbuster

The film, with scenes shot in Abu Dhabi, offers an epic viewing experience

FilmSeptember 02, 2019
Bollywood lyricist and writer Irshad Kamil (in black), who has written songs for hit films such as 'Jab We Met', 'Rockstar', 'Love Aaj Kal' and 'Chameli' among others, was given the Kaifi Azmi Award.
Urdu heroes honoured at Dubai event with Shabana Azmi

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Kaifi Azmi's birth

On StageSeptember 01, 2019
Neil Nitin Mukesh with fellow actor Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor during the shooting of 'Saaho'. Courtesy Neil Nitin Mukesh
'Saaho' star Neil Nitin Mukesh on why Prabhas is 'like family now'

Neil shares intimate photos from behind the scenes of the film's shoot, saying he 'felt like a miniature on a set where everything was larger than life'

FilmAugust 29, 2019
Jimmy Sheirgill, centre left, is excellent in the film. But it's still not a great movie. Dream N Hustle Media
Review: 'Jhootha Kahin Ka' isn't a good film, despite great acting

Rishi Kapoor and Jimmy Sheirgill are excellent in the movie, of course, but their dialogue is truly lacking

FilmJuly 22, 2019
Ashok Pathak and Jimmy Sheirgill in Jhootha Kahin Ka. Photo: Dream N Hustle Media
Jimmy Sheirgill – a truly talented Bollywood actor, but never the leading man

He has two new films coming out this week: we speak to the veteran actor about how he always does his best work, no matter how small the role

FilmJuly 18, 2019
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