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The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) today welcomes the formation of the second Albanese Government ministry and looks forward to progressing work with the Government to advance Australia’s resilience. The ICA worked closely with the Albanese Government in its first term to establish the Disaster Ready Fund, which significantly uplifted investment in resilience and mitigation spending. Insurers also worked closely with the Government on addressing Australia’s most severe weather risk, flood, through the Hazards Insurance Partnership. Uplifting community resilience to extreme weather remains the priority for insurers during the second term of government. The ICA warmly welcomes the appointment of…
Anupam Kher’s directorial Tanvi The Great has been creating waves ever since its announcement. Following the release of Iain Glen’s poster, the anticipation surrounding the film has grown further, with the makers now announcing the charismatic and timeless icon Jackie Shroff as Brigadier Joshi. The poster reveals him in playing the role of an army officer. Bringing his signature style and depth to the role of Brig. Joshi, Jackie Shroff will continue to captivate the audiences with his effortless screen presence. Talking about this Anupam Kher shared, “My friend Jackie Shroff is actually my brother from another mother. We have…
Ajay Devgn starrer Raid 2 continues to dominate the box office, maintaining strong momentum throughout the week. The film has clocked in an impressive Week 1 collection of ₹93.56 crore and is now inching to the 100 crore mark. Despite a few theatres being shut or operating under restrictions due to the current situation in the country, the film has managed to clock in impressive numbers on Day 7 with a collection of ₹ 4.81 crore. With strong word of mouth and power packed performances, Raid 2 promises a strong second weekend with rising footfalls. Collection Thursday- ₹19.71 cr Friday-…
Producer Ravi Bhagchandka, known for Sachin: A Billion Dreams, is gearing up for his next venture Sitaare Zameen Par, in collaboration with Aamir Khan Productions. After fulfilling his childhood dream by working with Sachin Tendulkar, collaborating with Aamir Khan on Sitaare Zameen Par is as momentous for him. Sitaare Zameen Par is a heartfelt step forward in his mission to tell impactful, emotional stories that resonate with all. Taking to his social media Ravi wrote, “Lived my childhood dream working with Sachin Tendulkar, now continuing the tradition with another icon! Sitaare Zameen Par is another step forward in our journey…
Some filmmakers have broken the mold with their very first films, giving us unforgettable stories and fresh perspectives. Directors like Sejal Shah, Anurag Kashyap, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali stood out right from the start, leaving a strong impression with their debut movies. Here’s a look at five such filmmakers who made a big impact with their first step into the world of cinema. Anurag Kashyap Anurag Kashyap made a powerful entry into Indian cinema with his debut film Paanch. Though the film faced delays and was never officially released, its bold narrative, raw energy, and rebellious tone immediately marked him…
Kesari Veer, starring Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma and Sooraj Pancholi, has been creating a strong buzz since the release of its trailer. However, audiences will have to wait a little longer to witness the historical spectacle, as the film’s release date has been pushed from May 16 to May 23, 2025. The makers made the official announcement on social media, sharing: “See you in the theatres on 23rd May 2025 🙏🏼 हर हर महादेव 🙌🏽 Releasing Worldwide in Cinemas on 23rd May, 2025.” The recently released trailer has sparked excitement among netizens with its portrayal of brave warriors…
Anupam Kher’s directorial Tanvi The Great has been in the news for all the right reasons. After unveiling lead actress Shubhangi in a grand manner, the maker has now released a poster featuring Game of Thrones star Iain Glen as Michael Simmons. Taking to social media, producer and director Anupam Kher shared, “I acted with Iain Glen (Game Of Thrones) in a #BBC three part series #MrsWilson. We became friends after the shoot. So when I was casting for Michael Simmons’s character in #TanviTheGreat I sent the script to Iain and he immediately agreed to play one of the most…
In a defining leap for Indian cinema, LORVEN AI Studio—India’s first AI-driven platform for filmmakers—was launched today in Hyderabad. Spearheaded by celebrated producer Mr. Dil Raju in collaboration with Quantum AI Global, the platform marks a revolutionary shift in how stories are conceived, developed, and produced. The launch event drew visionaries of Indian cinema, including directors Sukumar, Allu Aravind, Raghavendra Rao, Nag Ashwin, Anil Ravipudi, Vamsi Paidipally, V V Vinayak, Bobby Kolli along with few more prominent film personalities, and was presided over by Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Mr. D. Sridhar Babu, underscoring the government’s commitment to innovation in…
Film: Raid 2 Rating: 3.5 stars Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor, Riteish Deshmukh, Rajat Kapoor, Supriya Pathak, Amit Sial, Tamannaah Bhatia, Jacqueline Fernandez Director: Rajkumar Gupta Producers: Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar The 2018 film Raid captivated audiences with its powerful story, screenplay, action, thrill, and performances. It portrayed the honesty, courage, and action of an income tax officer so effectively that fans eagerly awaited a sequel. Now, Raid 2 has hit theatres on May 1. Directed by Rajkumar Gupta and produced under the T-Series banner by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar, the film features a mix of returning…
Suniel Shetty is geared up to step into the shoes of a fearless warrior, Vegda Ji, in his upcoming historical drama, Kesari Veer: Legends of Somnath. He will be seen sharing the screen space for the first time with Vivek Oberoi, Sooraj Pancholi, and debutant Akanksha Sharma in the epic drama, directed by Prince Dhiman. During the recently held trailer launch event, the legendary actor spoke about telling a story about India’s historical warrior and opined how the Indian curriculum teaches more about Aurangzeb, Akbar, and others, but teaches less about Indian warriors. Suniel Shetty shared, “We haven’t been taught…