Sandhya Shantaram—born Vijaya Deshmukh—stands as one of the most enchanting presences in the golden age of Indian cinema. Discovered by the visionary filmmaker V. Shantaram, she blossomed into an actress-dancer whose subtle acting, haunting voice, and magnetic stage demeanour united in performances that continue to linger in hearts decades later. She recently passed away and […]Read More
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Team L&M Indian actor Ankit Raj Kashyap is gaining international attention after Mike Timm, Senior Creative Producer at Universal Studios, praised his “easy screen presence” and recommended him for casting. Read More
The Indian film and dance fraternity lost a gem on October 15, 2025, when veteran actress, dancer, and teacher Madhumati, born Hutoxi Reporter, passed away at the age of 87 in Mumbai. With her passing, an entire era of rhythm, grace, and cinematic dance artistry bid farewell. A beloved figure who mesmerised audiences on screen […]Read More
Sukriti Tankha Just finished watching ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’ starring R Madhavan amd Fatima Sana Shaikh (on Netflix) and it was so different from what I was expecting. The trailer looked like I was in for a sweet romance between two mature adults sprinkled with some drama. But, apart from a few good scenes, the movie […]Read More
Seen Netflix’s ‘Full Swing’ series yet? Here’s how it’s changing the way the world sees golfers… And why it’s an excellent watch for anyone. Jordan Fuller Before Full Swing, most golf coverage was all about scores and shots. After Full Swing? People are seeing golfers and the game in a new way… As more than […]Read More
Team L&M The highly anticipated music album for the recently released Konkani film Mog Asum has now been officially unveiled. Composed by Myron Estibeiro, the album features a vibrant mix of tracks performed by talented singers Herschel Mascarenhas and Aurvile Rodrigues, who also gave live performances during the event. The album is now available globally on […]Read More
Madhureeta Anand is a Delhi-based Filmmaker, author, and driving force behind Phree For Safety, an app designed to empower women and ensure their safety. Such is her passion for women empowerment that even in her debut novel, Krishna Circus, she featured a female superhero confronting ecological destruction and gender imbalance. The book officially debuted at […]Read More
If I mention iconic Bollywood numbers like Hari Om Hari from Pyaara Dushman (1980), Tu Mujhe Jaan Se Bhi Pyaara Hai from Wardaat (1981), or Rambha Ho Ho Ho from Armaan (1982), what comes to your mind? For me, these unforgettable item numbers of the 1980s instantly bring up images of one dazzling and electrifying performer […]Read More
Actor Sandhya Mridul has now come out with a collection of verses, titled ‘Untamed‘. Based on the theme of love, loss, grief, and healing, Untamed will be officially launched tomorrow at Indian Accent, The Lodhi, in New Delhi. Those of you who love good cinema would know her already. She has given some power-packed performances […]Read More
Team L&M Good news for all the lovers of sher-o-shayari in Delhi NCR. The Shankar Lall Murli Dhar Memorial Society is holding the 56th edition of Bazm-e-Mushaira, an annual gathering that celebrates the rich legacy of Urdu poetry in the first week of April. The first such event was held back in in 1954. Over […]Read More