Samarth Goyal writes on Hollywood and music, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT City.
Articles by Samarth Goyal
Starfish movie review: Choppy narrative and impulsive editing
For audiences seeking a seamless and immersive cinematic experience, Starfish may feel like trying to find direction in a sea of cinematic confusion.
Published on Nov 24, 2023 09:51 PM IST
Anuv Jain: Gig in Ludhiana was like performing for my family
Anuv Jain talks about his experience of performing in his hometown for the first time and why this gig will be special for the singer-songwriter.
Updated on Nov 23, 2023 01:06 PM IST
Independent music has evolved over the years: Rohan Solomon
Singer-songwriter Rohan Solomon talks about his 20 year journey as an independent musician and his recently released album Strung Out To Dry
Published on Nov 22, 2023 04:51 PM IST
Rock legends Deep Purple to perform in Gurugram ahead of their gig in Bengaluru
The British rock band will perform in Delhi-NCR as they return to the country for the third time
Published on Nov 02, 2023 11:20 AM IST
Tejas movie review: A bumpy ride through skies and geopolitics
Tejas movie review: Kangana Ranaut plays air force pilot Tejas Gill, flying the Tejas jet on a mission called Tejas. That's right.
Published on Oct 27, 2023 04:37 PM IST
The Burial movie review: Jamie Foxx and Tommy Lee Jones raise the bar
The Burial is a unique blend of courtroom drama and ’90s nostalgia, expertly mixing comedy and drama in a way that keeps you hooked from start to finish.
Published on Oct 20, 2023 04:39 PM IST
Ed Sheeran to perform in India in 2024 for the third time!
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran will perform in Mumbai in March next year as a part of his Mathematics Asia Tour
Published on Oct 20, 2023 09:54 AM IST
Anuv Jain wants to craft emotional impact through songs on his Guldasta tour
Anuv Jain talks about becoming one of the most popular indie musician, his upcoming India tour and how his songs have played a role in people reconnecting!
Published on Oct 16, 2023 03:38 PM IST
Raman Negi returns to Delhi with an organic musical experience
Ahead of his gig in Delhi on Sept 28, Raman Negi, talks about prioritizing organic musical journey, rejecting industry trends and chasing streaming numbers.
Published on Sep 26, 2023 05:54 PM IST
Smashing Patriarchy! One touchdown at a time!
Set to play in the Asian Games 2023, the Indian Women's Rugby Sevens tell us their stories of defying gender biases to dictating terms, on the pitch and off it.
Published on Sep 23, 2023 10:43 AM IST
Westlife's Mark Feehily: India Tour Promises Unforgettable Musical Spectacle
Mark Feehily shares insights into Westlife's India tour, blending personal experiences with the band's musical journey.
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 10:53 AM IST
Indie music has played a significant role in ‘empowering’: Rashmeet Kaur
Singer-songwriter Rashmeet Kaur discusses the cultural inspirations and creative process behind her latest single, Cherie Coco.
Published on Sep 22, 2023 05:40 PM IST
PV Sindhu and Tim Cook's meeting sets the stage for future collaborations
A source close to PV Sindhu has confirmed that the Olympic winner's conversation with Tim Cook at Apple Park has opened doors to possible future ventures.
Published on Sep 18, 2023 05:04 PM IST
Dassde singer Jai Dhir: Independent artistes are selling out stadiums today
Jai Dhir's 'Dassde' success shines a spotlight on live music's pivotal role for artists.
Published on Sep 16, 2023 10:13 AM IST
For Allen Ling, collaborating with Flipsyde's Dave Lopez is a validation
American-Chinese singer-songwriter Allen Ling talks about his debut EP and collaborating with Flipsyde's Dave Lopez
Updated on Aug 31, 2023 03:37 PM IST
30 years of Khal Nayak: Ila Arun was told to not sing Choli Ke Peeche at shows
Ila Arun reflects on how the song Choli Ke Peeche gave her an identity as a singer, despite facing criticism. The song featured Madhuri Dixit and Neena Gupta.
Updated on Aug 06, 2023 04:01 PM IST
30 years of Khal Nayak: Alka was initially shy about singing Choli Ke Peeche
Singer Alka Yagnik recalls how she was a little hesitant and shy at first, when she was asked to sing Khal Nayak song Choli Ke Peeche.
Updated on Aug 06, 2023 10:30 AM IST
Parikrama’s resolve to foster organ donation awareness
Delhi-based band Parikrama hopes to raise awareness about India's organ donation challenge with their latest song, Translucent Nights.
Published on Aug 04, 2023 12:09 PM IST
I am better than Messi and Ronaldo: Sunil Chhetri
Sunil Chhetri acknowledges support after winning three trophies, aims for Asian Cup and believes he can outshine Messi and Ronaldo for the national team.
Published on Jul 10, 2023 10:14 AM IST
How Sanjeeta Bhattacharya is balancing music and acting
Singer-songwriter Sanjeeta Bhattacharya talks about her foray into acting and sharing screenspace alongside big stars including Ranveer Singh and Shah Rukh Khan
Published on Jun 09, 2023 12:33 PM IST
Peter Drury on Harsha Bhogle: I admire his technical knowledge about cricket
Famed football commentator Peter Drury talks about his admiration for cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle ahead of meeting him at the Oval for the WTC final.
Published on Jun 07, 2023 01:28 PM IST
We’re going to see different kinds of roles for foreigners now: Mark Bennington
Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo actor Mark Bennington gets candid about his evolution as a white actor in the Indian film industry.
Updated on Jun 08, 2023 09:17 AM IST
'Larger than life' night in Delhi with Backstreet Boys
The Delhi concert on Friday was the final stop of Backstreet Boys' India tour after an electrifying performance in Mumbai.
Updated on May 16, 2023 02:50 PM IST
Can AI replace musicians on stage?
AI is changing the way music is created and listened to, but it won’t affect live shows, feel musicians
Published on Apr 01, 2023 12:10 PM IST
Women’s Day 2023 Sufiya Sufi: When I run, I’m transported to another place
Guinness Book of World Records holder Sufiya Sufi Runner talks about breaking her own record in a marathon in Qatar, and inspiring people with her passion and positive mindset. She continues to strive and achieve new milestones in long-distance running.
Published on Mar 04, 2023 06:45 PM IST
Samarth Goyal, New Delhi
Celebrating 20 glorious years of empowering visually impaired
After a successful past year, city-based NGO Saksham hopes to continue driving change and uplifting the community via digital education, assistive technology as well as social media accessibility initiatives
Published on Feb 14, 2023 01:29 PM IST
When Delhi felt the ‘Divine’ intervention!
Popular rapper Divine stunned a crowd of nearly 10,000 fans in Delhi's JLN stadium with a dynamic and high-energy performance, featuring hit tracks such as Baazigar, Kohinoor, and Kaam 25.
Published on Feb 12, 2023 07:05 PM IST
Samarth Goyal, Delhi
Divine: Delhi is one of my favourite cities to perform live!
Mumbai based rapper Divine talks about his last album, Gunehgar, addressing social issues like hunger and poverty through his music, the positive impact his music has had on fans and how the upcoming concert in Delhi will be full of surprises for Divine’s devoted fanbase
Published on Feb 07, 2023 06:02 PM IST
Narrating stories, one song at a time
Actor-singer Taaruk Raina talks about how he draws inspiration from a diverse range of artists, and is determined to bring his unique style and stories to the masses
Published on Feb 06, 2023 01:13 PM IST
Too good to be true: Delhi-based band Bloodywood on mainstreaming folk metal
With upcoming performances at some of the most popular music festivals such as Download and Sonic Temple, the Delhi-based folk-metal band, Bloodywood, talks about defying all genre boundaries to create head-crushing music, along with their socially conscious lyrics that leave a lasting impression
Updated on Feb 06, 2023 12:45 PM IST
