Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

Filmfare Awards 2024: Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and ‘12th Fail’ win big

The event was hosted by Karan Johar and showcased performances by Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan, and others.

Karan Johar discusses importance of gender politics in films, refers to Sandeep Reddy Vanga

Is it necessary for filmmakers to consider gender politics during film production? The controversy surrounding Sandeep Reddy Vanga's film "Animal", criticised for misogyny and toxic masculinity, has sparked discussions on social media. Karan Johar, in a Film Companion interview, emphasised the significance of gender politics in cinema, citing Vanga's work. He reflected on past mistakes in "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" and underscored the importance of personal evolution with age.

Ranveer Singh honours 'idol' Johnny Depp while receiving award from Sharon Stone

The third edition of the Red Sea Film Festival commenced this week, featuring a lineup of international and Arab stars. Ranveer Singh from India was honoured with The Red Sea: Honoree Award, presented by Sharon Stone, who hailed him as an 'all-round creative genius.' In his acceptance speech, Ranveer made a somewhat controversial political choice by openly expressing his admiration for Johnny Depp, who was also present in the audience.

Turning the tables on social conventions

This year “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani” did not become ‘just another glamorous Karan Johar film’. It turns the tide on hard-hitting themes of patriarchy, alpha male stereotypes and traditional norms by embodying ways in which two South Asian families better themselves in necessary ways.

This real-life Bollywood couple reflects ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’

Karan Johar, who made a triumphant return to the director's chair after a seven-year hiatus with the blockbuster romantic drama "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani", has recently shared a unique source of inspiration for the film's lead characters, Rocky and Rani, portrayed by Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.