Gandhinagar: In a historic breakthrough for regional Indian cinema, Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate, the devotional drama that became the first Gujarati film to cross the ₹100 crore mark worldwide, is gearing up for its much-anticipated Hindi-dubbed release on January 9, 2026. Directed by Ankit Sakhiya, the film – often affectionately called Laalo or Lalo – has already rewritten box office records since its original Gujarati theatrical release on October 10, 2025. Made on a modest budg...Read More

Gandhinagar, November 30, 2025 – In a groundbreaking achievement for Gujarati cinema, Laalo – Krishna Sada Sahaayate, the devotional drama that has captured hearts worldwide, has become the first-ever Gollywood film to surpass the ₹100 crore mark at the global box office. This historic milestone, achieved after 51 days in theaters, marks a triumphant moment for the regional film industry and underscores the growing influence of Gujarati storytelling on the world stage. Directed by debut...Read More

Vadodara: In a unique initiative aimed at promoting positive engagement and mental well-being among inmates, Vadodara Central Jail on Wednesday evening organized a special screening of the Gujarati hit film Lalo for nearly 1,700 prisoners. The screening was held in the open ground near the main tower of the jail, where inmates gathered to enjoy the film in a relaxed, outdoor setting. The event was arranged with the cooperation of Vadodara MP Dr. Hemang Joshi and coordinated by Jail Superintende...Read More

Ahmedabad: Gujarati cinema’s record-breaking hit Laalo – Shri Krishna Sada Sahayate is now gearing up for a nationwide audience with its Hindi-dubbed release on November 28. After making history in Gujarat, the film aims to replicate its success across Hindi-speaking regions. Released on October 10, 2025, the film had a slow start but became a phenomenon through strong word-of-mouth. By the fourth week, it emerged as a blockbuster, becoming the first Gujarati film to collect over ₹5 crore...Read More

Gandhinagar: Gujarati film Chaniya Toli had Rs. 1.41 crore collection on the first day of opening. According to makers who informed this to media through a note, this is a record breaking collection on the first day among all Gujarati movies ever. The makers stated that the previous record was Rs. 1.34 crore collection on opening day for the film 'Fakt Mahilao Mate'. The film Chaniya Toli has been released across over 1800 theaters according to the makers. The film was released on the day after ...Read More

By DeshGujarat Correspondent | Gujarati comedy movie Chaniya Toli (length 2 hours 12 minutes), produced by Anand Pandit and Vaishal Shah under the banners of Anand Pandit Motion Pictures and Jannock Films, presents a story set in rural Gujarat. The film is directed and written by Jay Bodas and Parth Trivedi, with Pratiksinh Chavda as co-writer. The film is going to release on Tuesday, 21st October. The story unfolds in a village grappling with water scarcity, where farmers are buried under de...Read More

Ahmedabad – As the sun sets over the Sabarmati Riverfront, Ahmedabad is turning into a dazzling epicenter of Bollywood glamour. Tonight, the EKA Arena by TransStadia will host the 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025, presented by Gujarat Tourism, marking a historic second consecutive year for the state after last year’s event in GIFT City. Known for honouring excellence in Hindi cinema, the Filmfare Awards continue to be one of India’s most prestigious entertainment events, celebrating artis...Read More

New Delhi: The 71st National Film Awards ceremony was held today at Vigyan Bhawan in the national capital. At the event, the Gujarati film ‘Vash’ won multiple National Film Awards. President Droupadi Murmu presented the Best Gujarati Feature Film award to the film’s producer Kalpesh Soni and director Krishnadev Yagnik. Additionally, actress Janki Bodiwala received the National Award for Best Supporting Actress for her critically acclaimed performance in the film. The National Film Award...Read More

Mumbai: The record-breaking animated mythological epic Mahavatar Narsimha, directed by Ashwin Kumar, is set to make its highly anticipated OTT debut on Netflix today at 12:30 PM IST. After a stellar theatrical run that grossed over ₹325 crore globally, this Hombale Films and Kleem Productions masterpiece is now ready to captivate audiences at home. Released in theaters on July 25, 2025, Mahavatar Narsimha chronicles the divine tale of Prahlad’s devotion and Lord Vishnu’s fierce Narsimha a...Read More

Gandhinagar: The Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited (TCGL) and Worldwide Media Pvt. Ltd. (a Times Group company) have signed an MoU for hosting the 70th Filmfare Awards in Gujarat. The agreement was formalised at a ceremony in Gandhinagar in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. The MoU was signed by Prabhav Joshi, Managing Director of TCGL and Tourism Commissioner, and Rohit Gopakumar from Worldwide Media. Gujarat has attracted major film projects since the launch of its Cinemati...Read More