Tamil cinema icon Ajith Kumar was conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan—India’s third-highest civilian award—by President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on April 28. Recognised for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema, Ajith stood among 19 distinguished personalities selected for this honour by the Union Government, as announced earlier in January.…
Renowned talents from across the global film industry—including Academy Award-winner Halle Berry, acclaimed Indian filmmaker Payal Kapadia, Italian actress Alba Rohrwacher, French-Moroccan author Leïla Slimani, Congolese documentarian Dieudo Hamadi, celebrated South Korean director Hong Sangsoo, visionary Mexican filmmaker Carlos Reygadas, and Emmy-winning actor Jeremy Strong—have been officially selected to serve on the prestigious jury panel…
As per a recent report by Siasat, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is all set to grace the prestigious Met Gala for the very first time on May 5, 2025. The highly anticipated debut will take place at the world-renowned Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, marking a significant moment in his global…
In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Education has halted approximately $2.2 billion in federal grants and contracts allocated to Harvard University, following the institution’s refusal to comply with certain directives from the White House. These directives reportedly included restricting campus activism and dismantling programs centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion. The freeze reflects…
NASA has launched the $3 million LunaRecycle Challenge, inviting innovators worldwide to tackle a unique and critical space exploration hurdle: transforming human waste into usable resources. The agency is seeking groundbreaking technologies capable of efficiently recycling feces, urine, and vomit during lunar missions or prolonged space travel. This call for innovation is not just about…
Explore the curated lineup of feature films officially selected across diverse categories at the Cannes Film Festival, including Competition, Un Certain Regard, Out of Competition, Midnight Screenings, Cannes Premiere, and Special Screenings. This exceptional collection showcases cinematic brilliance from around the world, offering a rich tapestry of storytelling, innovation, and artistic vision that defines the…
Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has long been recognized for his appreciation of authentic cuisine from local eateries in Dubai. His culinary curiosity reached new heights during his recent visit to India, where he embarked on a momentous two-day journey this Tuesday. As part…
During his official visit to India, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum—Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence—made a notable stop at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Wednesday. The visit underscored the strengthening economic ties between the UAE and India, reflecting a shared…
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Terrence Malick meticulously fine-tunes his latest project, lost in deep contemplation as the Cannes submission deadline looms. Meanwhile, Spike Lee, driven by years of industry snubs, fiercely demands a competition slot as if reclaiming long-overdue recognition. Kelly Reichardt, ever the quiet visionary, weighs the artistic merits of Cannes versus Venice, seeking the ideal stage for…

