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20/09/2025
Can we talk about Raghav Juyal's incredible range?! 🤯 One minute he's making us laugh out loud in 'Bastards of Bollywood,' and the next he's giving us chills as the villain in 'Kill.' Now, that talent has landed him a HUGE new role. Which side of Raghav do you love more? 🤔
Raghav Juyal is proving to be one of Bollywood's most dynamic actors, showcasing remarkable versatility in back-to-back projects. His hilarious, scene-stealing performance in "Bastards of Bollywood" and his terrifying turn as an antagonist in "Kill" highlight an actor who defies typecasting. This in...
19/09/2025
What happens when a Manipuri story wins hearts across Toronto, Asia Pacific, and beyond? 🌍 You get Boong—a heartfelt journey of a boy searching for his missing father. Backed by Excel Entertainment & now in cinemas near you. Don’t miss this landmark for Indian cinema! 🎥
Indian cinema has just witnessed a landmark moment. Boong, a Manipuri film written and directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, has made its grand entry into theatres after earning standing ovations at international film festivals. What makes this even more special? The film has been backed by Excel Entertain...
19/09/2025
What happens when Bollywood’s Suzanne Bernert takes center stage in a Swiss–Kosovo–Albanian film? 🌍 Birth of the Prince is a cross-cultural journey shot in Prizren and Switzerland, heading for festivals worldwide. 🎬 Don’t miss this global story!
What happens when Bollywood’s favorite German-born actress takes her talent to Europe? 🎬 The answer is Birth of the Prince a brand-new Swiss–Kosovo–Albanian co-production that has just wrapped its first schedule in Kosovo and is now gearing up for Switzerland. At the heart of this ambitious...
19/09/2025
What if Mumbai had its own indie film carnival? 🌊 It’s happening this October!
WIFF Mumbai 2025 | Oct 2–6 | Aram Nagar, Versova.
Early Bird Passes are LIVE but only till Sept 25.
Celebrate cinema with screenings, panels, workshops & more. Get yours now 👇
Mumbai cinephiles, mark your calendars! The Waterfront Indie Film Festival (WIFF) Mumbai 2025 is making its grand debut from October 2–6, 2025, right in the creative heart of Aram Nagar, Versova.Film carnival that brings together powerful stories from across the world—curated film packages, pane...
19/09/2025
What happens when Austin’s wildest film festival turns 20? 🤯 You get the biggest lineup of horror, fantasy & action films ever—and this year, India gets its own spotlight! 🇮🇳✨ Dive into Fantastic India at . Read full highlights here 👇
Fantastic Fest 2025 has officially kicked off in Austin, Texas, celebrating its 20th anniversary with the most ambitious lineup in its history. Running from September 18–25, 2025, the United States’ largest genre film festival is unfolding at the legendary Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar a true par...
19/09/2025
Which Rohit Saraf role made you his fan? 😍 Before Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari hits theatres, we picked 7 must-watch projects from The Sky is Pink to Vikram Vedha. Dive in and relive his charm! 🎥👇
Rohit Saraf has quietly but powerfully carved his space in Bollywood and OTT. With his boy-next-door charm, emotional depth, and ability to slip into diverse roles, he has become a millennial favourite. Whether it’s heartwarming love stories, slice-of-life dramas, or gritty thrillers, Rohit brings...
19/09/2025
What happens when an optometrist turns actress, activist & voice for millions? 🌟 Gargi Kundu’s story is not just about entertainment — it’s about breaking molds. In this exclusive cover interview, she speaks on rejection, colorism, and changing Indian cinema forever. 👇
In a country where dreams often crash against the walls of privilege and convention, Gargi Kundu’s story stands as a rebellion. Born into a modest Bengali household, she didn’t just defy the odds, she rewrote them. At 25, she is many things at once: a trained optometrist, a classical dancer, a t...
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With the dawn of the 4G revolution, Bollywood has entered an era when fandoms have become more empowered than ever before. In 2018 the box-office made it clear that immersive storytelling is essential in the battle to retain the attention of savvy content diving fans.
This has led to the emergence of Desi Pop Culture as it's own independent entity with Amazing Desi Fan Art, Mind-Blowing Desi Fan Theories & Thriving Official Desi Fan-Clubs.
BollyCon - The Desi पॉप Culture Convention is a community-oriented content discovery experiential marketing tool. The programming options under this banner include but not limited to Celebrity Meet & Greets & Fan Club Meet-ups, Special Screenings, Curated Live Showcases, Fan + Media Panel Discussions, & other Activations & Contests.
As an ephemeral 3rd place offering, BollyCon gives fans an opportunity to indulge in Bollywood themed merchandise while feeling a sense of community. It provides an opportunity to explore & express fandom uninhibitedly. A secure place for महाfans to meet their idols and respectfully interact with the content being presented.
Since 2017, These activities have been happening throughout the year in various parts of the country and once annually on a grand scale in Mumbai.
So if you see a friend dressed in a Sherwani & Lehenga, or even a Bahubali armor, or just wearing a Lungi & drawing a Teja 'X' on their face & practicing to Pose Like SRK, they are probably on their way to celebrate our fantastic Desi Pop Culture with people just like you who attend BollyCon!
