Sweta Kaushal has 13 years of experience covering Bollywood and regional movies, TV shows, national current affairs and social issues.
Articles by Sweta Kaushal
National Film Awards: are they rewarding enough?
The winners of 61st National Awards were announced on Wednesday. Beyond recognition, what does it mean for the actors and filmmakers? We break it down in terms of money and find the country's highest cinematic honour lacking.
Updated on Apr 18, 2014 12:50 PM IST
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Kangana Ranaut's Queen is copied from my story: Abhigyan Jha
The writer of an unreleased film, Phir Zindagi (starring Gul Panag and Milind Soman) claims that he wrote the story of the movie which had exactly the same premise as Vikas Behl's Queen and that the film was shown to Bahl back in 2004 at his residence.
Updated on Apr 17, 2014 02:19 PM IST
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Movie review: Bhoothnath Returns will remind you of Rajkumar Hirani's films
Amitabh Bacchan-Parth Bhalero-starrer Bhoothnath Returns is a must watch for kids - not because it is a kids' film, but because it sends out a much-needed lesson in a very subtle and entertaining manner.
Updated on Apr 13, 2014 04:01 PM IST
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First trailer out: Jimmy Shergill shines in Fugly
The first trailer of boxer Vijendra Singh's Bollywood debut film Fugly is out. Jimmy Shergill seems to be the only promising prospect in the film which has been co-produced by Akshay Kumar's Grazing Goats.
Updated on Apr 09, 2014 12:11 PM IST
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Political spoofs: laughing all the way to polls
A few years ago, spoofing the netas got you threats and, perhaps, broken bones. Now, the politicos retweet those same videos. Have our netas acquired a sense of humour or is it just the byproduct of a smart media strategy and an omnipotent social media?
Updated on Nov 13, 2014 03:17 PM IST
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Salman Khan's Dr Cabbie fights for Indians in foreign land
Produced by Salman Khan Productions, the first teaser of Dr Cabbie is out. Going by the star-cast - Rizwan Manji (of Outsourced fame), Vinay Virmani, Kunal Nayar, Lillette Dubey and Katrina Kaif's sister Isabelle, it looks quite promising.
Updated on Apr 06, 2014 02:07 PM IST
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We hope Jal goes the Queen way: Purab Kohli
In a candid chat with Hindustan Times about his latest movie Jal, lead actor Purab Kohli says that he expects the movie to stay in theatres weeks after its release.
Updated on Apr 04, 2014 07:02 PM IST
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui turns news anchor, connects with aam aadmi ahead of polls
Unconventional actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is all set to take on a new role - that of a news anchor. He has interviewed Vasundhara Raje, Shatrughan Sinha, Lalu Yadav and Akhilesh Yadav for the show.
Updated on Apr 05, 2014 09:46 AM IST
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Jal brings out the best of Purab Kohli
A pertinent issue, a simple story and excellent treatment makes Girish Malik's directorial debut Jal a gem of a film. There is no attempt to sound intellectual, yet the film touches your heart.
Updated on Apr 05, 2014 02:40 PM IST
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Happy birthday: five reasons why we love Kapil Sharma
He is among the top 100 celebs on Forbes India list and is the producer-host of the most popular non-fiction show on Indian TV. He has also signed a three-film-deal with Yash Raj Films. Click to know why he is so popular.
Updated on Apr 02, 2014 03:53 PM IST
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Satyamev Jayate 2 topples Comedy Nights with Kapil
Satyamev Jayate 2 ratings remained on top of the charts dethroning Comedy Nights with Kapil from its numero uno spot. Isn't it time television top bosses thought of more intelligent programmes?
Updated on Apr 02, 2014 01:27 AM IST
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Satyamev Jayate 2: is the voter to blame for criminalisation of politics, asks Aamir
The last episode of Aamir Khan's Satyamev Jayate was a well-timed one; it was themed around the criminalisation of politics. With a focus on political parties giving tickets to the accused, the show also held the voter - who elects these criminal MPs and MLAs - responsible.
Updated on Mar 31, 2014 11:14 AM IST
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Movie review: O Teri is pretty much Jai Ho without Salman Khan's star power
Salman Khan has gone all out to promote his sister's home production O Teri. The Bilal Amrohi-Pulkit Samrat-starrer is not a total paisa-vasool film, but entertains you in bits and pieces.
Updated on Mar 29, 2014 01:17 PM IST
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Kalki Koechlin's Womanifesto for general elections 2014
Congress has released its poll manifesto while BJP and AAP are yet to come out with theirs. Actor Kalki Koechlin has some women-specific suggestions for the political parties, given the importance crime against women as an issue will have in the Lok Sabha polls.
Updated on Mar 27, 2014 04:53 PM IST
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Top 10 performances of Farooq Sheikh on his birthday
On the birth anniversary of legendary actor Farooq Sheikh, we take a look at the best performances of the actor across his 40-year-long career in showbiz. The actor died in December 2013.
Updated on Mar 25, 2014 04:22 PM IST
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Movie review: Rajat Kapoor's Ankhon Dekhi is thought-provoking fun
Rajat Kapoor returns with Sanjai Mishra-starrer Ankhon Dekhi that hit theatres on Friday. It is an awesome experience that makes you laugh and think about life, both simultaneously, throughout the movie.
Updated on Mar 22, 2014 12:50 PM IST
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Movie review: Gang of Ghosts disappoints
The official remake of Bengali superhit Bhooter Bhabishyat, Mahie Gill, Meera Chopra-starrer Gang of Ghosts could have been an impressive satire. Unfortunately, the film fails to deliver on its promise.
Updated on Mar 21, 2014 07:02 PM IST
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I never read scripts before reaching sets: Sanjai Mishra
Unlike most theatre artists, Sanjai prefers Bollywood over theatre. "Theatre has its limitations. Cinema has a far better reach," says the actor whose Ankhon Dekhi hits theatres on Friday. But no leading man roles for him for obvious reasons.
Updated on Mar 21, 2014 12:07 PM IST
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Satyamev Jayate 2: Aamir's waste management lesson may not be effective
Though the current episode of the TV show outlined various ways of eco-friendly waste management that can be incorporated in our current system, this one is not likely to evoke as many debates as other issues raised on the show often do.
Updated on Mar 16, 2014 02:42 PM IST
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Watch: Salman Khan grooves in style for O Teri but this is no chartbuster
The promotional song of Atul Agnihotri's O Teri, featuring brother-in-law Salman Khan is out. Despite all its style and Salman moves, the song will leave you cold.
Updated on Mar 14, 2014 04:26 PM IST
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Bewakoofiyaan: why Ayushmann Khurrana thought it would be his last movie ever
Ayushmann Khurrana tells us why he thought Bewakoofiyaan, that hits theatres on Friday, would be his last film ever. In a candid chat, he talks about the film, his son, Sonam Kapoor and more.
Updated on Mar 14, 2014 04:57 PM IST
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I would not have made Ankhon Dekhi without Sanjay Mishra: Rajat Kapoor
Actor-director Rajat Kapoor cannot be less concerned about box office success. He says films, like art, cannot be made according to customer demand. In a candid interview, he talks about his upcoming film Aankhon Dekhi and more.
Updated on Mar 21, 2014 12:06 PM IST
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Bhootnath Returns: meet Amitabh Bachchan, the rap star
The first song of Amitabh Bachchan-starrer Bhootnath Returns is out. The song Party Toh Banti Hai is a celebration of the ghost played by Big B. WATCH SONG
Updated on Mar 10, 2014 06:26 PM IST
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Offo, you will love Alia Bhatt, Arjun Kapoor in 2 States song
Quirky lyrics, peppy music and sizzling chemistry between Alia Bhatt and Arjun Kapoor -- the first song of 2 States – Offo -- has it all. The song showcases cute chemistry between college love-birds Alia and Arjun, the lead actors.
Updated on Mar 10, 2014 06:26 PM IST
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First Trailer: Rajinikanth returns with Kochadaiiyaan
The first trailer of KS Ravikumar's Kochadaiiyaan - The Legend, is out. Starring Thalaiva Rajinikanth and Deepika Padukone, the film promises to be a grand affair. WATCH VIDEO
Updated on Mar 10, 2014 06:26 PM IST
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Movie review: Despite good actors, Total Siyapaa is a waste of time
Director Eeshwar Niwas does not deliver the fun riot you expect from Total Siyapaa. Even veteran actors like Anupam and Kirron Kher and a talented Ali Zafar fail to save the film. TRAILER INSIDE
Updated on Mar 10, 2014 04:02 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Sweta Kaushal, New Delhi
Movie review: Gulaab Gang is no women's liberation statement
There are several clichés and loopholes in the film and Gulaab Gang has its lows. However, if you are looking for a Bollywood masala entertainer, this one's a must watch.
Updated on Mar 08, 2014 11:11 AM IST
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Movie review: Queen Kangana Ranaut turns tragedy into celebration
The self-discovery of a woman rejected in marriage, Vikas Bahl's Queen is predictable and does not really break stereotypes every other second. Kangana Ranaut, however, may remind you of a younger Sridevi from English Vinglish.
Updated on Mar 14, 2014 02:13 PM IST
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Watch: first trailer of Kaanchi launches a new face
The first trailer of Subhash Ghai's Kaanchi is out. Starring newbie Mishti and Kartik Aryan, the film is the story of a girl's fight against the system and society.
Updated on Mar 06, 2014 05:52 PM IST
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First trailer: Kangana Ranaut shines in Revolver Rani
Just a day before Vikas Bahl's Queen is slated to hit theatres, the first trailer of Kangana Ranaut-starrer Revolver Rani is out. And the actor has impressed quite a few. WATCH VIDEO
Updated on Mar 07, 2014 09:44 AM IST
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