Tribute to guru Kesava Prasad, the icon of Kuchipudi village
The Hindu
Pasumarthy Kesava Prasad created a strong bond between the village and the classical dance fraternity
Adjacent to the Bala Tripurasundari temple stands a small dilapidated building that has stood mute witness to the life of Kuchipudi doyen Pasumarthy Kesava Prasad (1952-2021). This building is where Kesava Prasad lived for the past four decades, teaching and promoting the Kuchipudi dance form that originated in Kuchipudi village, in Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh.
Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan on Saturday (January 3) said that he and the makers of his upcoming film, Parasakthi, wanted to avert a box-office clash with superstar Vijay’s swansong film, Jana Nayagan
Actor Ashish Vidyarthi and wife Rupali Baruah sustain injuries in a motorcycle accident in Guwahati, both reported fine.
The Hindu’s First Day First Show newsletter brings you news and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming
From ‘Toxic’ starring Yash to ‘Mango Pachcha’ featuring debutant Sanchith Sanjeev, the Kannada film industry is gearing up for an interesting 2026, packed with a mix of star-driven movies and fresh attempts from rookie filmmakers
Test your knowledge on notorious art thefts with our engaging daily quiz featuring famous stolen masterpieces and artists.
Violin duo Lalitha and Nandini's concert stood out for seamless exchanges and individual flourishes
The Simu Liu-led techno-espionage thriller (in the words of executive producer James Wan), The Copenhagen Test is slow and smart in equal measure, despite nary a mention of quantum mechanics
Villupuram-based artist Kalaiselvan Kumar's upcoming exhibition, titled Kaanadha Karai, which translates to Unseen Shore, is an exploration of abstraction, one which that captures his visual language of portraying the universe. Starting from January 3, at the Lalit Kala Akademi, the artworks embody fluid movements of waterbodies, the shifting gradient of the sky, and the silent, swirling energy of distant galaxies.
Discover trending podcasts and shows exploring longevity, featuring insights from experts like Joe Rogan, Andrew Huberman, and David Sinclair.
Syro-Malabar Church protests alleged misrepresentation of ‘The Last Supper’ at Kochi Biennale, leading to temporary venue shutdown.
As pop-music thrives across the world, explore the rise of I-pop in 2025, highlighting emerging artists and their impact on India's vibrant music scene.
A first look poster from Prabhas and Triptii Dimri starrer, 'Spirit' was unveiled by the makers on January 1, 2026.
Stories that reflect the plight of the common man, tackle societal issues, or evoke ‘manvasanai’ have always been integral to Tamil cinema. In a dull year like 2025, it becomes even more pronounced that these evergreen themes and settings make for some really interesting cinema