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Film producers urge Modi to intervene in Dhurandhar’s Middle East ban

Introduction – The Indian film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, has encountered a sudden ban across several Middle Eastern markets. In response, a coalition of leading…

Rumorrush January 9, 2026

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Government’s Move to Shield Shanti Bill from RTI Sparks Transparency Debate

In a move that has reignited the debate over governmental opacity, the Union Ministry has tabled amendments that would exempt key provisions of the controversial Shanti Bill from the Right…

Rumorrush December 19, 2025

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Government censorship hits Kerala Film Festival: 19 films banned including a century‑old classic

In a dramatic escalation of cultural control, the Indian government has ordered the removal of 19 films from the Kerala Film Festival lineup, a move that includes a silent masterpiece…

Rumorrush December 18, 2025