Category: entertainment

Brampton-based cultural organisation brings Broadway-style theatrical production to Canadian audiences, with upcoming performances in Brampton and Ottawa   Ontario, Canada, Oct 21: What began as a conversation among four friends over evening snacks in the winter of 2023 has evolved into Kahani Junction, a Brampton-based non-profit cultural organisation using theatre…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 16: Once largely celebrated within Gujarati community circles, Dandiya has steadily evolved into a citywide festive attraction in Bhubaneswar, drawing people from different backgrounds to join the colourful Navratri celebrations.  Representational Image  From traditional community gatherings to large-scale events at open grounds, hotels and convention centres, Dandiya nights…

A grand celebration of dance, devotion and India’s rich cultural heritage i Siliguri, Oct 14: The two-day Agomoni Nritya Utsav 2026, organised by Nritya Mallika Dance Academy, Siliguri, concluded successfully with vibrant performances, enthusiastic participation and a celebration of India’s rich cultural diversity. Dedicated to welcoming Maa Durga, the festival…

Mumbai, Oct 13: Sunny Deol is set to explore a darker side of his on-screen persona in Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak, the upcoming crime thriller whose first look and motion poster have now been unveiled. Featuring Deol in a weathered, intense appearance, the poster hints at a character haunted…

PUNE, Oct 9 (UDN): Actor Nana Patekar was reportedly cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Donje village in Pune district on Thursday, according to a report published by OMMCOM NEWS. The last rites were said to have been attended by members of the film fraternity, political leaders…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar has evoked tributes from across Odisha, with students in Puri choosing an artistic medium to honour the celebrated actor’s contribution to Indian cinema. Students of the Sudarsan Sand Art Institute in Puri created a special sand-art animation as a…

Goa, Oct 8: Veteran actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar, one of the most powerful and respected performers in Indian cinema, died on Thursday at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. According to reports, Patekar was found unconscious at his home and…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): Odisha has taken a major step towards strengthening its film ecosystem with the inauguration of the redeveloped Kalinga Studio in Bhubaneswar on Monday.  Pic Credit: x.com/CMO_Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the modernised studio complex along with a dedicated cinema archive and museum, aimed at…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): The iconic Kalinga Studio is all set to reopen its doors, marking a major milestone for Odisha’s film industry. After an extensive modernisation project involving an estimated investment of ₹164 crore, the legendary studio has been transformed into a state-of-the-art production facility.  Representational Image Odisha Chief…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): The Odisha government has invited entries from film producers and writers for the 37th Odisha State Film Awards-2025, with the deadline for submissions set for October 31, 2026.  Representational Image  The Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture has issued the invitation for eligible applicants seeking…