Santanu Das is an entertainment journalist and film critic at Hindustan Times. He writes on films, TV and celebrity culture.
Articles by Santanu Das
Anora review: Mikey Madison stuns in Sean Baker's wild fairy tale gone haywire
Anora review: The Sean Baker film, which won 5 Oscars, is dizzying and electrifying, starting off like a Cinderella tale and crashing soon after.
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 12:54 PM IST
Adolescence review: Netflix show about a teen accused of murder is unflinching
Packed in four hour-long episodes shot like a continuous scene in one take, Adolescence features an astonishing performance from 15-year-old Owen Cooper.
Updated on Mar 17, 2025 02:28 PM IST
The Diplomat box office collection day 3: John Abraham film crosses ₹10 crore
The Diplomat box office collection day 3: John Abraham plays a suave and sleek diplomat in this thriller directed by Shivam Nair.
Published on Mar 16, 2025 09:54 PM IST
Jason Isaacs blows up on journalists on being asked about full frontal TWL scene
Actor Jason Isaacs had a full frontal nude scene in the latest episode of The White Lotus. He did not want to be asked about it further.
Published on Mar 16, 2025 08:16 PM IST
Pakistani actor recalls Emraan Hashmi's rude behaviour on Jannat set
Pakistani actor Javed Sheikh opened up about his experience of working with Emraan Hashmi on the set of Jannat. He said Emraan turned away from him on set.
Updated on Mar 16, 2025 06:29 PM IST
AR Rahman's wife Saira Banu wishes him a ‘speedy recovery’ post hospitalisation
‘I request everyone not to call me his ex-wife,’ Saira Banu said in a new statement. AR Rahman was hospitalized on Sunday after suffering from dehydration.
Updated on Mar 16, 2025 03:56 PM IST
Snow White reviews: Film gets positive reactions after years of controversies
Snow White first reviews: Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot attended the LA premiere of Snow White in high spirits.
Updated on Mar 16, 2025 03:00 PM IST
The Diplomat box office collection day 2: John Abraham film yet to cross ₹10 cr
The Diplomat box office collection day 2: Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava outperformed John Abraham's Friday release.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 10:14 PM IST
Cousins Fardeen, Zayed and Sussanne celebrate Holi together with the kids: Pics
Zayed Khan shared a series of pictures from the Holi celebrations at home. Sussanne was seen with son Hridaan.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 09:14 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi pens special message for IIFA awards on completing 25 years
The 25th edition of the IIFA Awards were held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar co-hosted the award ceremony.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 06:32 PM IST
Parineeti calls herself ‘Harvard wife’ as Raghav Chadha wraps leadership program
Parineeti Chopra could not be more proud of husband Raghav Chadha as he announced that he has completed the leadership program at Harvard Kennedy School.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 05:31 PM IST
Deb Mukherjee passes away: Kiara Advani, Ajay Devgn arrive to visit Ayan
Veteran actor Deb Mukherjee passed away at 83 due to health complications. Several Bollywood stars arrived to pay their final respects.
Published on Mar 15, 2025 04:30 PM IST
Internet impressed with Nolan for shooting The Odyssey without CGI screens
Christopher Nolan shot portions of his adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey on a large wooden ship in the sea outside of Methoni, Greece.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 03:36 PM IST
5 underrated performances of Alia Bhatt that get better with rewatches
On Alia Bhatt's 32nd birthday, let us look at some of the actor's most underrated performances. How many have you seen?
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 02:38 PM IST
Farah Khan says she ran around Abhishek's vanity van during Happy New Year shoot
Farah Khan recalled the shoot of Happy New Year which starred Abhishek Bachchan. The director said Abhishek gave her a tough time.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 06:20 AM IST
Hrithik Roshan writes beautiful note for ex-wife Sussanne Khan
Hrithik Roshan took to Instagram to give a shoutout for Sussanne Khan on the launch of her new project in Hyderabad.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 10:16 PM IST
Reddit notices Aamir Khan attended an anniversary party with Gauri, Kiran, Reena
Aamir Khan was present at former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan's wedding anniversary last month. His ex-wives Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao were also present.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 08:45 PM IST
Apoorva Mukhija reacts to getting ‘hated so hard’ post India's Got Latent row
Apoorva Mukhija had a supporting role in Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor's Nadaaniyan. She did not promote the film amid India's Got Latent controversy.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 07:19 PM IST
Deb Mukherjee's funeral: Ranbir Kapoor turns pallbearer with Ayan Mukerji
Ranbir Kapoor returned from vacation to support his close friend Ayan Mukerji after the death of Ayan's father, veteran actor Deb Mukherjee, at 83.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 08:27 AM IST
Jaya Bachchan hugs Kajol as she arrives to pay final respects to Deb Mukherjee
Veteran actor Deb Mukherjee passed away at 83 due to health complications. Kajol is Deb's niece.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 05:24 PM IST
Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal's balcony Holi is a treat for fans. Watch
Katrina Kaif shared a series of pictures from her Holi celebrations at home. She was joined by Vicky Kaushal, Sunny Kaushal, Isabelle Kaif and her in-laws.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 03:57 PM IST
Ashish Chanchlani steps out to play Holi after India's Got Latent controversy
Ashish Chanchlani had previously urged fans to support him when he returns to work amid the India's Got Latent row.
Updated on Mar 14, 2025 03:20 PM IST
Bollywood Holi 2025: Varun Dhawan, Kartik Aaryan celebrate festival of colours
Several Bollywood stars kicked off their Holi celebrations with friends and family, and also took to their social media to wish fans on the special day.
Published on Mar 14, 2025 02:21 PM IST
Apoorva Mukhija returns to Instagram after India's Got Latent controversy
Apoorva Mukhija posted a message for her followers after a month since she got embroiled in the India's Got Latent controversy.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 10:36 PM IST
The Kardashians footage shows Nita Ambani’s emerald nose ring falling off
Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian talked about attending Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding reception in the latest episode of The Kardashians.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 09:51 PM IST
Kim Kardashian calls Nita Ambani the ‘Kris Jenner of the Ambani family’
Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding last year. The two reality stars talked about it on The Kardashians.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 08:35 PM IST
Hansal Mehta praises Triptii Dimri, says she unsettles ‘insecure’ male stars
Hansal Mehta penned another note on the need for bolder casting choices in Hindi cinema. This time he listed the female actors who must get more attention.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 07:44 PM IST
Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Abhay Deol reunite in new ad for epic adventure
Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara stars Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar and Abhay Deol shared the screen again, this time for a fun ad.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 07:17 PM IST
Bhagyashree gets injured while playing pickleball, gets 13 stitches on forehead
Bhagyashree sustained a deep wound on her forehead while playing pickleball and had to be rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 05:40 PM IST
R Ashwin showers praise on Siddharth, introduces teaser of his film Test
In Test, Siddharth plays a national-level cricketer who has to prove his merit in the game again. Check out more details about the film.
Updated on Mar 13, 2025 04:11 PM IST