upma singh

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Entertainment Journalist, Critic & Podcaster

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

@akshaykumar to @iHrithik , @juniorbachchan to #AishwaryaRaiBachchan Why all these stars are running to court to secure their personality rights. Is these AI is that threatening. Talked to the experts to dig deep this Issue. Read @NBTMumbai @NavbharatTimes @viraggupta

[Rekha Gupta @gupta_rekha]

एनबीटी उत्सव 2026 में सम्मिलित होकर अपने विचार साझा किए।

अपने कार्यों से समाज में सकारात्मक परिवर्तन का आधार बन रहे सभी सम्मानित जनों को हार्दिक बधाई। नवभारत टाइम्स को प्रेरणादायी प्रयासों को पहचान देने वाली इस सराहनीय पहल और सफल आयोजन के लिए शुभकामनाएं।

#NBTUtsav

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

@ActorMadhavan Many many Congratulations 👏👏👏

[Megha Prasad @MeghaSPrasad]

I had a deeply unpleasant experience today while interviewing the star cast of the film Maa-Behen, featuring Madhuri Dixit and Tripti Dimri. The media interactions were being managed by MSL India @MSLGROUP_India, the PR agency handling Netflix, the platform on which the film is releasing. Everything was going smoothly until I asked the actors about Ranveer Singh being banned by FWICE for walking out of Don 3. As the actors began responding and I followed up on their answers, a PR representative in the room suddenly screamed at the top of her voice, “I’m sorry, we will not be taking any more questions on this.” Her tone was so loud and aggressive that not only I, but the entire star cast was visibly taken aback. I objected, but she repeated herself. I reluctantly moved on. A short while later, when I asked @dharnaaaaa331
about the hurtful incident where paparazzi asked her to step aside during promotions while focusing only on Madhuri Dixit and Tripti Dimri, the same PR lady screamed again, even louder this time, and demanded that I immediately wrap up the interview. I requested five more minutes, but she forced me to stop shortly after. These film promotion interviews are recorded exclusively on the cameras of the production/PR team. News channels are not permitted to use their own setups. The clear purpose of this arrangement is to maintain tight control over the content. The PR team can delete any portion they find inconvenient and then selectively share the edited footage with broadcasters. I dare the PR agency and the production house to release the full, unedited footage so everyone can hear the rude and completely unacceptable manner in which the interview was shut down on legitimate, ongoing issues in Bollywood.
While news channels must also introspect on why we continue to accept such restrictive arrangements, the bigger concern is the increasing high-handedness of PR agencies. Since when did they assume the role of gatekeepers who can bully, scream at, and rudely silence journalists? This particular agency takes pride in its association with the French group @PublicisGroupe
One would expect far more refined and professional conduct from a company linked to such a global name.
What surprised me the most was how the entire star cast — including the iconic Madhuri Dixit — appeared completely controlled by this obnoxious PR machinery.

Dear @netflix @NetflixIndia
@NetflixFR - it is worth reflecting on the kind of people you entrust with promoting your films.
@MadhuriDixit
@tripti_dimri23
#Netflix #MaaBehen #MadhuriDixit #TriptiDimri

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

I was repeating this from yesterday only. No one can ban an artist from working in his own Industry.
@RanveerOfficial
@RanveerSingh_FC
@FarOutAkhtar
@fwicemum
#Ranveersingh

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

@Rahulrautwrites It's technically not banning Rahul. They have not used this word as well. It's misinterpreted by the media only. Its non cooperation means their members will not work in a Ranveer Singh movie. Those who are not a part can n will work.

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

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[Critics' Choice Awards India @CriticsChoiceIn]

The countdown is over and the stars have aligned. 🌟

The Critics' Choice Awards 2026 are officially live!
Celebrate the finest achievements in films, Web Series, documentaries and short films. 🎬

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[Critics' Choice Awards India @CriticsChoiceIn]

The Documentary Nominees Roundtable for Critics’ Choice Awards 2026 is here!

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[Rekha Gupta @gupta_rekha]

यह बाइक रैली उस नए भारत की झलक है, जहां महिलाएं आत्मविश्वास के साथ आगे बढ़ते हुए हर क्षेत्र में देश के भविष्य को नई दिशा दे रही हैं।

#InternationalWomensDay
#SheLeadsBharat

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

Women's Day: लेंस के पीछे लेडी बॉस कर रहीं कमाल, कैमरे से लिख रहीं कामयाबी की नई इबारत
https://t.co/To3yHhhnRz

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

@girishjohar Very well said sir

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

Do you remember when you joined X? I do! #MyXAnniversary

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

Welcoming these divas to our diamond Jubilee celebration of @NavbharatTimes
#Nbtutsavawards

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[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

Indian movie ‘Boong’ bags BAFTA award for Best Children’s & Family Film. The manipuri film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, is an emotional drama backed by Farhan Akhtar which truly deserves all the accolades.
#boong #bafta #farhanakhtar #trending
@FarOutAkhtar
@NavbharatTimes

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

रानी मुखर्जी Exclusive: मैं खुद एक बेटी की मां हूं, डर तो लगा ही रहता है
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[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

@KumaonJagran 💔

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

When Queen #ranimukherjee made your #makarsankranti even sweeter with her warmth n candid conversation about her glorious journey of 30 yrs in cinema to sharing the prestigious National Award winning moment with closest buddy @iamsrk , her successful franchise Mardaani and More.

[Film Critics Guild @theFCGofficial]

Check out what the critics are saying about this week's release, Avatar: Fire and Ash.

James Cameron's latest installment of the Avatar franchise is currently at 5.9/10 on FCGR.

Read the reviews below ⬇️

#AvatarFireAndAshReview

[Film Critics Guild @theFCGofficial]

Official statement from the Film Critics Guild on the targeted attacks and harassment faced by film critics and journalists this week. The Guild strongly condemns this behaviour and stands in solidarity with our colleagues.

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

चर्चित टीवी रिएलिटी शो 'बिग बॉस' यूं तो लड़ाई-झगड़े और तू-तड़ाक के लिए ही जाना जाता है, मगर 'बिग बॉस 19' के विजेता ऐक्टर गौरव खन्ना ने दिखा दिया कि बिना चिल्लम चिल्ली और गाली-गलौज किए भी यह शो जीता जा सकता है। #GauravKhanaa #BiggBoss19 @GauravKhannaFP @NBTMumbai

[upma singh @ScribeUpma]

Exclusive: 'बिग बॉस 19' जीत कर गौरव खन्ना बोले- सब लाइमलाइट के लिए कूद रहे थे, मैं हमेशा पीछे बैठा रहता था
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