In Focus

Filmmaker Priyadarshan revealed he set a strict condition before casting Govinda in Bhagam Bhag due to the actor’s reputation for lateness. Govinda agreed to be punctual and surprised the team by arriving on time throughout the film’s entire shooting schedule.

After residents raised concerns that an elevated road between ISKCON Temple Mumbai and Juhu Church could worsen monsoon waterlogging, the BMC has begun lowering and regrading the stretch to improve drainage

Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet has been running his mouth off about ballet and the performing arts, saying no one cares about those anymore. We asked the city’s stalwarts and artistes — could he be correct? They said no, but warned that an upgrade is now non-negotiable

According to the ministry, the attacks have resulted in six fatalities involving nationals from the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh so far.