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DARK SECRETS: Prasoon joshi | Rare Historical Photos

The Bollywood pracharaks who found their place in Modi’s orbit

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‘The film will make you Rs 100 cr, look at Kashmir Files’: Inside the quiet capture of Bollywood

His social media reads like a saffron scrapbook. A picture with Yogi Adityanath. A Modi birthday wish. His new film marks the Sangh centenary. His character declares his RSS faith: “Swayamsewak ke dil mein shunka nahi, Shankar baste hain.” Both in reel and real life, Sanjay Dutt is blending fine…

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Why Aamir Khan Chose a Simple Wedding This Time

After months of speculation and quiet appearances together, Aamir Khan has officially begun a new chapter in his life. The Bollywood superstar married longtime partner Gauri Spratt in an intimate ceremony surrounded by family and close friends. There were no extravagant celebrations or grand public events just a simple wedding…

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Former Prasar Bharati CEO Shashi Shekhar Vempati will now lead CBFC

Shashi Shekhar Vempati, who until 2022 served as CEO of Prasar Bharati, has been appointed chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification, succeeding Prasoon Joshi. Joshi has now taken over as chairman of Prasar Bharati.

Newslaundry

Modi govt names Prasoon Joshi as new chairman of Prasar Bharati

On Saturday, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed lyricist and writer Prasoon Joshi as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India’s public service broadcaster.

Newslaundry

Prasoon Joshi at TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand: We have to make efforts to ensure that culture doesn't get lost in the noise

At the recent TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand, celebrated lyricist and chairman of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Prasoon Joshi, spoke passionately about the importance of staying true to one's cultural roots, particularly in the context of Uttarakhand's growing film and creative industries. Known for his innovative approach, Joshi shared…

The Times of India

Actor Vishal bribery allegations | CBI conducts searches, registers corruption case against unknown CBFC officials, three private persons

CBI searches after registering corruption case against 3 private persons & unknown CBFC officials. Accused conspired to get ₹7 lakh bribe for Hindi movie certification. Searches conducted on 4 premises. CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi to strengthen processes to eliminate third-party interference. Actor-producer Vishal alleged he paid ₹6.50 lakh for Hindi…

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Measures will be taken: CBFC chief says after corruption charges

CBFC Chairman Prasoon Joshi said processes will be strengthened to eliminate third-party interference after actor Vishal alleged corruption.

The Hindu

Film fraternity welcomes the Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023

The Cinematograph (Amendment) Bill 2023, which was passed by the Rajya Sabha last week, was approved by the Lok Sabha on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Pradeep Sarkar's prayer meet: Saif Ali Khan, Prasoon Joshi, Drashti Dhami, and others attend to offer their condolences

Pradeep Sarkar’s untimely demise left the entire Bollywood industry in shock. With the director’s family holding a prayer meeting in his memory today (April 2) in Mumbai, many B-town stars, including Saif Ali Khan, Prasoon Joshi, Drashti Dhami, and others attended to offer their condolences.

The Times of India

Welcome move by CBFC for complaint against 'Pathaan', says Delhi-based lawyer

New Delhi, Days after a Delhi-based advocate filed a complaint with Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) against Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone for a music video for hurting religious sentiments, CBFC Chairperson Prasoon Joshi has asked the makers…

The Times of India

Pahlaj Nihalani: Shah Rukh Khan's 'Pathaan' is a victim of controversy- Exclusive

Earlier today, news broke out that the CBFC had asked Pathaan's makers to revise certain parts of the film and the 'Besharam Rang' song, owing to the controversy surrounding the saffron colour clothing worn by Deepika Padukone. News reports on the matter quoted the CBFC Chairman, Prasoon Joshi saying, "The…

The Times of India

TV Newsance Episode 16: Modi Ki Baat, Modi Ke Saath

There’s news, there’s sense and there’s nuisance. This show is all about that last bit. Kyunki thoda pagalpan bhi zaroori hai. This week, Narendra Modi met Prasoon Joshi and it got Rahul Shivshankar of Times Now a little too excited. Shivshankar was bowled over by how ‘unprecedented’, ‘unscripted’ and amazing…

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