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India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
World's highest-grossing film, made in Rs 10000 crore, earned Rs..., name is..., not Lord of The Rings
In the world of cinema, some stories don't just entertain, they create legacies that not just hold a special place in the heart of cinema lovers but also in the industry as well. From the mystical realms of Avatar to the heroic saga of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, from the epic battles of The Lord of the Rings to the animated wonders of Nezha, these franchises have given shape to redefined global storytelling. But among them, one stands tall, not just for its vision, but for its monstrous budget of Rs 10,000 crore and record-breaking box office success. With its stunning visuals, gripping storytelling, and unforgettable characters, this franchise earned a special place, not just in the hearts and minds of children but also for all ages who want to watch a cinematic visual treat. Let's know this all-time blockbuster franchise, which is all set to turn into an upcoming television series. An Untouched Legacy Of The Wizard Here we are talking about the Harry Potter franchise that completely changed the course of magic-driven storytelling format, which is based on J.K. Rowling's powerful novels. The story was based on a boy who inherited a huge legacy from his father and mother as a wizard who is unaware of the hurdles and challenges that he'll be facing in the future. The franchise, which was started in 2001, made its conclusion in 2011 with a satisfying ending. By this time Harry Potter franchise stunned everyone with its exhilarating response and gigantic box office reception. The Beginning Of The Magical Saga The saga began in 2001 with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone , where audiences were introduced to a young boy discovering his magical heritage and finding loyal friends in Hermione and Ron . The first film grossed an impressive 317 million dollars worldwide. With each installment, the series grew darker, strengthening its bond with fans. The second film, The Chamber of Secrets, took things to a different level as the main antagonist of this franchise, Voldemort , becomes the biggest nightmare for Harry while learning about magic and the world of wizards in Hogwarts . As per box office reports it earned 261.99 million dollars worldwide. After this, in 2004, Prisoner of Azkaban arrived on big screens that became even darker than its first two parts, due to which it earned 249.36 million dollars, which was less than its previous parts. The Shape-Shifter That Became a Game-Changer The Goblet of Fire , known for its dramatic tournament and shocking twist, collected 290.01 million dollars, which revived this franchise once again due to its stunning visual quality and nail-biting sequence between protagonist and the antagonist. During this part the characters matured and so did the themes, drawing audiences closer to its conclusion. By the sixth installment, The Half-Blood Prince , the box office surged to 301.96 million dollars. The final chapter was split into two parts: Deathly Hallows Part 1 which earned 295.98 million dollars, while Part 2, with the same name shattered all the records with a whopping 381.01 million dollars, which combinely estimated Rs 63,910 crore (around 8 billion dollars), making it one of the highest-grossing franchises in cinematic history. The franchise, based on J.K. Rowling's seven novels, was brought to life by four talented directors from Hollywood which including Chris Columbus, Alfonso Cuarón, Mike Newell , and David Yates, as each of them added their unique touch to the wizarding world.
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Modepu'selected for Lalithakala Akademi book award
Mangaluru: 'Modepu: Contributions of Late Artists to Modern Art – An Introduction,' a publication by Art Kanara Trust , was selected for the Karnataka Lalithakala Academy Book Award for the year 2022–2023. The book captures the rich and nuanced history of coastal Karnataka's visual art movement, with a special focus on the contributions of artists and pioneers of the past, whose legacies often remained overlooked. It meticulously documents the lives and works of 34 artists, including Pavanje Gopalakrishnaiah, NG Pavanje, Shivarama Karanth, KK Hebbar, LK Shevgoor, BG Mohammad, LP Anchan, PP Karanth, GS Shenoy, Ramadas Adyanthaya and Mohan Sona. The book was the culmination of a major curatorial initiative jointly organised in Nov 2022 by Art Kanara Trust and the INTACH, Mangaluru chapter, in collaboration with the NG Pavanje Chair for Visual Arts of Mangalore University. The initiative featured exhibitions of artworks and archival material of all 34 artistes, held at the Kodialguthu Center for Art & Culture in Mangaluru and Drishti Art Gallery in Udupi, with the support of Artists' Forum. A 243-page volume was subsequently published in Feb 2023. The book's text was authored by artist Janardhan Havanje , with an insightful foreword by acclaimed art critic HA Anil Kumar, who emphasised the significance of documenting regional art histories as meaningful alternatives to dominant mainstream narratives. The research, structure, design, and editing for Modepu were led by noted art historian Nemiraj Shetty and artist Rajendra Kedige, both trustees of Art Kanara Trust, who served as co-editors. Harish Kodialbail and Reshma S Shetty played a key role in organising the exhibitions and coordinating the publication. Subhash Chandra Basu, INTACH convener and president of Art Kanara Trust, provided guidance and valuable feedback throughout the publication process. The publication was supported by Shenoy Art Foundation, Bengaluru. The Karnataka Lalithakala Akademi Award will be officially conferred during a felicitation ceremony scheduled to be held on Friday at Ravindra Kalakshetra, Bengaluru.
CairoScene
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
London's Shubbak Festival Announce 2025 Line-Up May 23rd-June 15th
London's Shubbak Festival Announce 2025 Line-Up May 23rd-June 15th With its second wave of programming, Shubbak Festival 2025 reaffirms its commitment to art as an act of defiance, survival, and dreaming. As the UK's largest festival of contemporary Arab cultures, Shubbak continues to be a space where artistic expression is not just celebrated but serves as a means of resisting erasure, reinterpreting histories, and envisioning new futures. This year's edition brings together artists working across music, theatre, visual arts, and literature to explore themes of memory, colonial legacies, and cultural resistance. Palestinian company Khashabi Theatre presents Milk مِلْك, a time-warping reflection on catastrophe, while Ahmed Masoud's Application 39 imagines Gaza as the unexpected host of the 2048 Olympics in a biting black comedy. Selim Djaferi's Koulounisation and Marah Haj Hussein's Language: No Broblem take language and colonization as sites of both grief and humor, while Sarah Al Sarraj's Limbs of the Lunar Disc questions how ontological systems could be rooted in land, spirit, and ancestry. Art-making as a revolutionary act threads through the festival. An Artist's Manual Against Apartheid by chamæleon compiles resistance strategies, while Art of the Palestinian Poster, curated by Malu Halassa, draws from a history of cultural steadfastness. In an invitation to reclaim the body and its knowledge, The People's Catwalk launches the festival, with 3EIB and Nafs Space staging a reclamation of public space and bodily autonomy. Beyond the theatre and gallery, Shubbak embeds itself in community spaces. Young Shubbak works with Kilburn residents to archive songs of revolution and stories of resistance. In workshops, artist Issam Kourbaj explores craft-making as a means of creative well-being with the SWANA community of Grenfell. Contemporary and traditional music are honored in Syrian Rhythms, while For Sudan foregrounds the cultural production of Sudan as a means of imagining liberation. Shubbak Festival 2025 insists that in times of crisis, imagination is both refuge and weapon. Across rehearsal rooms, kitchens, public spaces, and the very cells of our bodies, artistic expression holds the power to affirm presence, resist erasure, and insist on a different future.
