Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha is stepping into a new creative arena with the launch of Benaras Beat, an artist-owned music label marking his entry into the music business. The acclaimed director has revealed the idea lived in his head and his office for seven to eight years — and that the difference between a dream and an ambition, he says, is simply taking action.

Indian thespian Manoj Bajpayee’s first screen portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi will focus on a previously undisclosed chapter of India’s independence history, according to new details released on the Sudhir Mishra-directed film. Saurabh Shukla has joined the cast, and Narendra Hirawat and NH Studioz have come aboard as producer and presenter, respectively, alongside Anubhav Sinha’s Benaras […]

Indian thespian Manoj Bajpayee‘s first screen portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi will focus on a previously undisclosed chapter of India’s independence history, according to new details released on the Sudhir Mishra-directed film. Saurabh Shukla has joined the cast, and Narendra Hirawat and NH Studioz have come aboard as producer and presenter, respectively, alongside Anubhav Sinha‘s Benaras Mediaworks. Sinha, known for directing “Mulk,” “Article 15” and “Thappad,” is producing the feature as Mishra’s next directorial effort.

Based on harrowing everyday news, Anubhav Sinha’s ASSI is a film that makes us confront the uncomfortable truth we often run away from. The film is set to hit the big screen on 20th February 2026. After creating intrigue with its compelling motion poster, the makers of ASSI, T-Series and Benaras Media Works have now unveiled the film’s gripping trailer.

The idea came on a boat in Benaras. While music director Shantanu Moitra and renowned Hindustani vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty were shooting for the song ‘Bhagirathi’ from the 2022 series Songs Of The River – Ganga, they realised that looking at land from a river offered a different view. The composer says, “I thought it could make a great concept for a story. One thing led to another, and we felt we could actually create songs and also tell the stories behind them.”  The result is Pankh, an album-cum-web series. It contains six songs sung by Kaushiki over six episodes, which also have her explaining what and who inspired the songs, and how they were created. 

On Tuesday night, Janhvi Kapoor walked the iconic red carpet of the prestigious cannes Film Festival with the team of her film, Homebound. She left no stone unturned to steal attention with her outfit. Advertisement Dressed in ace designer Tarun Tahiliani’s custom outfit, Janhvi looked like a vision in pink. She wore a long pleated skirt and corset crafted in tissue, specially woven in Benaras. Rhea Kapoor styled the ensemble. She elevated the attire with an integrated duppata-like drape that was attached to her sleek bun. The surface of the outfit was “brought to life with a hand-crushed technique that lent depth and texture, while a signature TT drape added a touch of sculptural fluidity.” Janhvi exuded princess vibes.