A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Pallavi Tripathi His roles have included being a background dancer, a best friend to the hero, an assistant to a cinematographer, an assistant to a make-up artist, and eventually an AD on TV shows. He has experience directing television. “Tara,” anyone? The TV taught him the valuable practice of budgeting. Not only did he defeat cancer, but he also earned the esteemed title of director in Indian cinema. Anurag hails from Raipur and grew up in Bhilai, known as the Steel City of Chhattisgarh. With parents involved in theater and films, his career is truly outstan ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature On the occasion of Satyajit Ray's birth anniversary, the Indian film critic and journalist Murtaza Ali Khan breaks down Satyajit Ray's most iconic film on the DD Morning Show. Watch the full segment here Readers, please feel free to share your opinion by leaving your comments. As always your valuable thoughts are highly appreciated  About A Potpourri of Vestiges http://feeds.feedburner.com/APotpourriOfVestiges ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature In the latest episode of the DD Morning Show Thursday Special, Film Critic Murtaza Ali Khan recommended 'Ranneeti,' 'Dil Dosti Dilemma,' 'Dead Boy Detectives,' 'Brigands: The Quest for Gold,' and 'Kashmir Ki Kali.' The show, which airs on DD National and DD Bharati every Thursday Morning, is hosted by Satyapriya and Richa Jha. The production team is led by Pradeep Satija and Shrabani Dasgupta. "Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond," which delves into the behind-the-scenes intricacies of India's largest defense operation. "Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond" is inspir ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature India's bestseller author Chetan Bhagat spills the tea about why self-Googling is like cyber masturbating, ChatGPT writing the summary of his next plot and why you shouldn't confuse media attention with love in Sumedha's sensational podcast Bluntly Streaming this week. "I never became a writer to change the world. I wanted to make enough money to afford to treat his friends with pizzas and Hot Chocolate Fudge at Nirula's. I took the investment banker role only to make money," he says. At work, all that he wanted was a 10 percent hike at work but his horrib ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Shiva as Nataraja, Krishna as Vishwaroopa, a bustling Oxford Street in London, a pensive portrait of yesteryear’s heroine Suchitra Sen, are part of the 24 canvases of Poonam Bhatnagar’s show ‘Between Dreams’ that was inaugurated by well-known filmmaker Muzaffar Ali here. Muzaffar Ali, an artist himself and author besides being a Bollywood director, inaugurated the exhibition at Bikaner House on Friday evening. The exhibition has been curated by noted art historian and scholar Uma Nair. Speaking on the occasion, Ali said that Poonam Bhatnagar’s works are rep ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature PVR INOX, India’s premier multiplex chain, celebrated the successful Silver Jubilee completion of the movie 12th Fail at PVR Andheri. As the movie completed a glorious 25-week run in the cinemas, the Director Vidhu Vinod Chopra along with the star cast of the movie, including Vikrant Massey & Medha Shankar, and, joined teams from VCF Films, Zee Studios and PVR INOX came together to celebrate the momentous occasion. Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, '12th Fail' depicts the journey of Manoj, a determined youth from Chambal striving to fulfil his dream of beco ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the master craftsman of cinematic grandeur and emotional depth, is set to mesmerize audiences once again, this time not on the silver screen but through the digital canvas of Netflix. In a groundbreaking move, Bhansali ventures into the realm of web series with his magnum opus "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar," promising a journey into a world of royalty, love, loss, and liberation like never before. Set against the backdrop of the enchanting Heeramandi, a fictional diamond marketplace echoing the grandeur of old-world India, Bhansali's se ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Smile Foundation is hosting the 10th edition of the annual Smile International Film Festival for Children & Youth (SIFFCY) in partnership with the European Union (The delegation of the European Union in India). SIFFCY in its 10th year has put together a diverse list of films from India and abroad to be organized in a hybrid model. The main celebrations, including the opening and award ceremonies, are happening at the PHD House, New Delhi during 9-11th April. SIFFCY will also be hosted at 50 different locations across India simultaneously, making it the la ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Manwendra Tripathy's portrayal of Dharam Sahay in "Maharani" Season 3 has undoubtedly been a highlight, captivating audiences with his remarkable performance. Tripathy's impeccable acting skills have elevated his character to new heights, making Dharam Sahay an unforgettable presence in the series. From the very onset, Manwendra Tripathy commands attention with his portrayal of Dharam Sahay. Throughout this season of "Maharani," Tripathy has masterfully crafted his character, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating every appearance he makes on screen. His performa ..read more

A Potpourri of Vestiges Feature Murtaza Ali Khan, noted Indian film critic and curator, was invited the Federal Republic of Germany to attend the prestigious 74th Berlin International Film Festival. As a distinguished guest of the Federal Republic of Germany, Khan's participation underscored the strong cultural ties between India and Germany. The festival was held in Berlin from 15 – 25 February, 2024. Hosted by the Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany through its Visitors Programme, Khan's attendance at the Berlinale presented a unique opportunity for him to engage with various ..read more