Avinash Tiwary on Laila Majnu’s Cult Return & Playing the Ultimate Villain in O'Romeo | Ep 23 From the heartbreak of Laila Majnu to the gritty madness of Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’Romeo, Avinash Tiwary has seen it all. In Episode 23 of Bombay Film Story, he sits down with Mayank Shekhar to map out his incredible journey. Avinash reveals the "Kashmir Café" story—the grassroots movement that turned a 2018 box-office struggle into a 2024/25 cult phenomenon. He also gives us a masterclass on playing a villain, explaining how his character Jalal in O’Romeo draws inspiration from legendary icons like Mogambo and Langda Tyagi.
06 April,2026 08:20 PM ISTKerala Story 2 brings fresh faces to screen, one of them is Aditi Bhatia who garnered immense love in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, the actress shared her take on Divya's story in the film, facing rejections and more.
03 April,2026 08:51 PM ISTBefore he was India’s "Ironman," Milind Soman was a supermodel who stumbled into a massive first paycheck. In this exclusive chat with Mid-Day, Milind reveals the story behind his first ₹50,000 shoot and why he’s finally returning to South Cinema with Vijay Sethupathi in 'Kaattaan.' From Sethupathi’s "accountant" past to why Milind refuses to play the same roles twice—this is an unfiltered look at a 35-year legacy.
03 April,2026 08:42 PM ISTIn this episode of Sit with Hitlist, the maverick filmmaker Anurag Kashyap recounts the chaotic journey of making his latest film, Kennedy. He reveals how a chance encounter with Francis Ford Coppola changed his perspective on "masterpieces" and why he believes the current streaming era is killing complex storytelling.
12 March,2026 01:49 AM ISTIranian-German actor Elnaaz Norouzi, known for Sacred Games and Tehran, spoke about the Iran-Israel conflict, Ali Khamenei’s assassination, and decades of suffering under the regime, asserting that Mojtaba taking power would not change conditions for Iranians. Amid the growing unrest, Iranian-German actor Elnaaz Norouzi speaks exclusively to mid-day about the global turmoil, her stance on assassination, and the deep emotional impact of the conflict. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was reportedly assassinated on February 28 in a joint strike by the United States and Israel, dramatically escalating tensions across the Middle East. In response, Iran launched retaliatory attacks on US bases in the region, intensifying the crisis.
06 March,2026 02:33 AM ISTBefore she was a star, Bhumi Pednekkar was a star-maker—a casting agent at Yash Raj Films who helped discover the likes of Ranveer Singh and Vicky Kaushal. In this deep-dive interview with Mayank Shekhar, Bhumi looks back at her life on the other side of the camera and the harsh reality of delivering one of Hindi cinema’s biggest washouts.
13 February,2026 09:31 AM ISTStep inside The 50's Grand "Mahal". Mid-Day gives you a FULL TOUR of the massive palace set for her new reality show, hosted by Farah Khan. From the grand entrance hall to the lush lawns where "The Lion" watches every move, this is luxury like you’ve never seen on Indian TV.
23 January,2026 12:48 AM ISTDid you know Neha Dhupia was almost named Nirvana? In this candid "no bullsh*t" conversation, Neha reveals the surprising reason her parents changed her name last minute to honor a Deepti Naval character. She also drops a bombshell about her acting debut—which didn't happen in India, but in a Japanese film! From the Miss India stage to the podcasting throne, Neha talks about the relentless hustle of staying relevant in a changing industry.
22 January,2026 04:55 PM ISTMadhuri Dixit Nene reveals the untold secrets behind her iconic 'Dhak Dhak' song, the hilarious reason her U.S. neighbors almost called the cops, and her brand-new avatar in 'Mrs. Deshpande.' In this exclusive episode of 'Sit With Hitlist,' the legendary Madhuri Dixit joins Mayank Shekhar to take a deep dive into her journey from being India’s ultimate sweetheart to her life in Denver and her big return to the screen.
14 January,2026 01:03 PM ISTIn this heartfelt episode of The Bollywood Film Story, singer Shilpa Rao sits down with Mayank Shekhar for a deeply personal and thought-provoking conversation. Shilpa opens up about growing up with a father who quietly shaped her musical journey, her early struggles after arriving in Mumbai, and why she believes “Bombay people are not starstruck.” She reflects on life-altering failures, the importance of constantly learning, and the moment her first song changed everything.
31 December,2025 08:20 PM ISTWhat if a celebrated Bollywood film almost never saw the light of day? Farhan Akhtar recently opened up about how the script of Luck By Chance — written in the early 2000s by Zoya Akhtar — lay dormant for seven years. Even though the story was ready, they couldn’t find a willing lead actor. Multiple stars rejected it. Finally, after years of struggle and uncertainty, Farhan decided to don the lead role himself — turning a stalled dream into a film that went on to resonate deeply with those who understand the harsh realities of making it in Bollywood. Here’s why the film’s journey to release was as dramatic as the struggle it portrayed. He also opened up about his very first date with Shibani Dandekar. Here’s how a painfully still first date turned into one of Bollywood’s most talked-about love stories."
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