Prasoon Joshi

Pathaan row: VHP, Bajrang Dal say would not allow movie screening in Gujarat if ‘Besharam Rang’ song not removed

Several videos circulating on social media showed VHP and Bajrang Dal members shouting slogans, tearing the film's poster and stomping on large cutouts of "Pathaan", which also features Deepika Padukone and John Abraham.

Jan 05, 2023, 20:10 PM IST

Prasoon Joshi mourns Milkha Singh's demise, says 'woh mushkilon se bhaage nahi, daud lagai unke saath'

Milkha Singh breathed his last on Jun 18, 2021, due to COVID complications. The entire nation mourned his demise and extended condolences online. The nonagenarian sprint icon died at 11:30 pm on Friday in Chandigarh.

Jun 19, 2021, 11:41 AM IST

Abolition of FCAT part of 'extensive tribunal reform': CBFC chairperson Prasoon Joshi

FCAT, the statutory body in India, was tasked with ‘regulating the public exhibition of films under the provisions of the Cinematograph Act 1952’.

Apr 11, 2021, 11:05 AM IST

Bollywood drugs row: Prasoon Joshi backs Kangana Ranaut, says she is telling her truth

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) Chairman Prasoon Joshi recently came out in support of actress Kangana Ranaut in the ongoing Bollywood drug row. According to him, Kangana is telling her truth and it should not be trivialised.

Oct 03, 2020, 14:09 PM IST

Prasoon Joshi calls out 'Rasbhari' for being irresponsible, Swara Bhasker defends show

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) chairman said the makers should have spared the children in their "desperate" need for entertainment.

Jun 27, 2020, 12:48 PM IST

Rishi Kapoor and Irrfan Khan went pretty young: Prasoon Joshi

Prasoon Joshi says Irrfan Khan's brave fight against the disease is inspiring. He also opened up on the demise of veteran actor Rishi Kapoor, who died on April 30 after battling Leukemia.

May 05, 2020, 07:35 AM IST

Prasoon Joshi pens poem in support of coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown

This is how the poem "Haan Ghar Mein Rahega Desh" goes:

Mar 26, 2020, 15:59 PM IST

Important to discuss Netflix content: Prasoon Joshi

He also termed social media as a short-cut platform where new-age singers can showcase their talent.

Oct 09, 2019, 19:37 PM IST

Government to honour Lata Mangeshkar with 'Daughter of the Nation' title

The Narendra Modi government has plans to honour legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar with the ‘Daughter Of The Nation title when she turns 90 on September 28.

Sep 06, 2019, 11:45 AM IST

Kangana Ranaut hit back after open letter to PM on intolerance

Hitting back at the letter to PM Modi by 49 celebrities on mob lynching, 61 personalities including Kangana Ranaut, Prasoon Joshi, Sonal Mansingh, Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Madhur Bhandarkar, and Vivek Agnihotri

Jul 26, 2019, 12:44 PM IST

61 celebs including Kangana Ranaut, Prasoon Joshi pen counter-letter on intolerance

61 celebs including Kangana Ranaut, Prasoon Joshi pen counter-letter on intolerance. To know more watch the video

Jul 26, 2019, 12:04 PM IST

We need greater creative presence in Cannes: Prasoon Joshi

The worry gnawing Indians attending the 72nd Cannes Film Festival is the nation's absence in the event's official selection. That is the broad drift of the pronouncements being made in India Pavilion on the French Riviera, where filmmakers from the world's most populous nation gather to explore wider avenues. 

May 16, 2019, 12:39 PM IST

It is not a good environment in the film industry: Govinda

"Rangeela Raja" is a comedy film, written and produced by Nihalani, and directed by Sikander Bharti. 

Nov 23, 2018, 16:18 PM IST

I feel claustrophobic when I listen to my songs, says Arijit Singh

The 31-year-old singer was attending the opening ceremony of 49th edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI).

Nov 20, 2018, 19:54 PM IST

No interim relief for Pahlaj Nihalani against censor cuts in his film

He said the petition shall be heard once the court reopens on November 19.

Nov 13, 2018, 15:47 PM IST

Kedarnath is all about love: Abhishek Kapoor responds to criticism

Earlier in the day, pointing out objectionable scenes in the film's teaser, the Congress had said that the film violates the beliefs of people.

Nov 13, 2018, 08:35 AM IST

Why no Hindu character as lead? BJP leader demands ban on Kedarnath film

Ajendra Ajay, who is part of the state BJP's media relations team, wrote to CBFC chief that the film directed by Abhishek Kapoor makes fun of Hindu sentiments.

Nov 10, 2018, 20:32 PM IST

Ex-CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani files plea against Censor Board for ordering 20 cuts in his film Rangeela Raja

Known for being at the receiving end of filmmakers for ordering cuts in the movies, former CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani has filed plea against the Censor Board for ordering 20 cuts in his film Rangeela Raja, reports ANI.

Nov 05, 2018, 17:20 PM IST

Anthem on surgical strikes sung by Kailash Kher to be released on 'Parakram parva'

The anthem will also be played on radio stations and will be available online too.
 

Sep 27, 2018, 16:41 PM IST