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‘Attack on Titan: The Last Attack’ movie review: A colossal political epitaph for the children of war

Returning at a moment when state violence and political repression feel alarmingly familiar, Hajime Isayama’s monumental saga remains one of this century’s most incisive examinations of how fear hardens into fascism and why the struggle for freedom never truly belongs to a single generation from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/XSsB9Po via IFTTT

Jana Nayagan gets ‘A’ certificate; likely to release in theatres on July 23

According to reports, after the makers implemented modifications suggested by the examining committee, the film was initially considered suitable for a 'U/A' certificate; however, the process stalled when a committee member raised an internal objection, claiming certain portions could hurt public sentiments. from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/ufDtwMY via IFTTT

Rift in AMMA triggers fresh row over ‘power group’ in Malayalam cinema

Allegation by Shwetha Menon that the ‘power group’ named in Hema Committee report is working against her has triggered a fresh bout of infighting within AMMA even as her rival camp has asked her to divulge the names of those named in the controversial report from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/OiEVPRY via IFTTT

Jana Nayagan: The twisting path to theatrical release

Chief Minister Vijay’s last movie as star actor - Jana Nayagan - dropped at theatres across the world after protracted censoring issues, and leaking of high-definition movie footage. Here is a timeline of events. from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Ho2sc7u via IFTTT

‘Other Mommy’ trailer: Jessica Chastain battles her sinister doppelgänger in new Blumhouse horror

Universal Pictures and Blumhouse have released the first trailer for ‘Other Mommy’, revealing Jessica Chastain in a dual role as both a devoted mother and the terrifying supernatural entity stalking her family from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/P6Q4JFS via IFTTT

Before ‘Jana Nayagan’: When an 18-year-old Vijay walked the halls of Loyola

Vijay’s maiden venture as a solo hero, Naalaiya Theerpu, helmed by S.A. Chandrasekhar, did not set the box office on fire; even as the audience response remained muted, the actor was noticed, and he won the Best New Face Actor award from Cinema Express from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/oLzcRs9 via IFTTT

Nagaland-set 'Angh' to compete in TIFF 2026's Platform section

The Nagaland-set film will have its world premiere in Platform, TIFF's competitive section dedicated to distinctive director-driven cinema. The 2026 line-up features 12 films from around the world. from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/Au50sFB via IFTTT

Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks

Twelve States sued to block Paramount's pending buyout of Warner last week, alleging that such a combination would “extinguish competition” in Hollywood and lead to fewer choices for consumers from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/2kyMUTg via IFTTT

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ trailer: Doctor Doom declares war as Marvel unites the X-Men, Fantastic Four and Avengers

Marvel Studios has finally unveiled the first full trailer for ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, delivering the MCU’s biggest crossover yet as Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom pushes three superhero universes toward an all-out war from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/m0nElJy via IFTTT

Death of a heroine and the making of hit Tamil film ‘Bhadrakali’ with substitute actor

“I remembered a girl who had danced in the movie Pattikattu Raja. She bore some resemblance to Rani Chandra. I discussed it with cinematographer Viswanath Roy and we devised a plan to use her,” said actor Sivakumar. from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/NQrq5PO via IFTTT

‘The Odyssey’ final trailer: Christopher Nolan teases Matt Damon’s epic journey home ahead of India premiere

Universal unveils the final look at Christopher Nolan’s mythological spectacle, showcasing Odysseus’ perilous voyage, legendary monsters, and the cost of war from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/O7FnGus via IFTTT

Sundance winner ‘Nocturnes’ comes to Hyderabad schools via special screenings

Nearly 5,000 students in Hyderabad will watch the acclaimed documentary as part of the nationwide Nocturnes Travelling Cinema project from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/meLdfTi via IFTTT

Malayalam actor Lenaa Kumar on her new book on menopause

The actor talks about writing her second book about menopause, dealing with perimenopause and her desire to help women going through it from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/iqQhtJL via IFTTT

National Film Awards: ‘Mithya’ adjudged Best Kannada Film, bags two more honours

Along with the Best Kannada Film award, ‘Mithya’, produced by Rakshit Shetty and directed by Sumanth Bhat, also won in Best Child Artist and Best Actor in a Supporting Role categories from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/KYPlNCS via IFTTT

Meet the real Shakthishree: Singer, composer and architect

Singer-songwriter Shakthishree Gopalan’s latest independent single is ‘Old Friend’, a track that has been many years in the making. “It’s about my inner demons. It holds everything – from my neurodivergence, my mental health journey, and above all, choosing myself,” she says. In an interview, the singer talks about the journey of her latest track and independent music. Shakthisree – also a qualified architect - also talks about how she was roped it to design music composer AR Rahman’s music school and studio. from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/WrNvwZU via IFTTT

Kay Kay Menon: Acting is more about restraint than exposition

Actors Kay Kay Menon, Naveen Kasturia and director Himank Gaur talk about their show ‘Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya’, how their school life shaped their journey in films, the experience of working with comedy, why Kay Kay Menon feels he has failed more than he has suceeded in his performances, and more from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/RmtIijw via IFTTT

Telangana police’s fight against Telugu film piracy

Following an MoU between the Telangana Film Chamber of Commerce and Telangana Cyber Security Bureau, a systematic crackdown on piracy has led to key arrests and protected new Telugu releases from widespread online leaks during the opening weekends from Movies | Latest News, Reviews, and Updates | The Hindu https://ift.tt/VoEtR26 via IFTTT