Ramayana becomes first Indian film to onboard over 10,000 crew members globally Namit Malhotra’s ambitious adaptation of Ramayana is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about cinematic projects in Indian film history. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the upcoming mythological epic is being mounted on a scale that has rarely been witnessed in Indian cinema before. Backed by Prime Focus Studios in association with DNEG and Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is envisioned as a two-part global cinematic event that aims to blend Indian storytelling traditions with world-class filmmaking technology and visual spectacle. According to the makers, the film has brought together more than 10,000 crew members from across the world, making it the largest crew ever assembled for an Indian movie. The massive workforce includes experts from production design, visual effects, action choreography, costume departments, and several technical divisions involved in building the expansive world of the epic. The project has also onboarded top international technicians and specialists to ensure that the film matches global cinematic standards. From large-scale set construction to cutting-edge visual effects and extensive world-building, the production is being designed as a landmark cinematic experience rather than a conventional film release. Over the years, Indian cinema has delivered several visually ambitious films across genres, especially in the mythological and historical space. Howeve... #Indian #crew_members #Nitesh_Tiwari #Namit_Malhotra #Ramayana #Indian_cinema #Indian_film #globally_Namit #members_globally #film_history
Aalim Hakim says he will stop working with actors whose “managers” disrespect hairdressers, makeup artists and crew in cryptic note Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has sparked conversation across the entertainment industry after sharing a strongly worded note on social media about the treatment of creative professionals working behind the scenes in films, shoots, and celebrity appearances. Aalim used Instagram to speak about the importance of respecting artists and crew members who help build a celebrity’s public image. In his note posted on May 15, 2026, Aalim wrote, “RESPECT THE ARTISTS BEHIND THE STAR. Hairdressers. Makeup Artists. Stylists. Assistants. Crew Members. Please don’t call them ‘just staff. ’”He further highlighted the demanding nature of creative work in the entertainment industry, writing, “Behind every public appearance, every red carpet moment, every film look, every photoshoot, every close-up… there are creative people silently giving their heart, their time, their talent, and their energy to make someone shine. ”The hairstylist also reflected on the personal sacrifices many crew members make while working in the industry. “Many of these artists leave their homes before sunrise. Stand for endless hours. Miss festivals, birthdays, families, sleep, and peace… Only to make sure the actor they work with looks and feels their absolute best,” he shared. Aalim’s statement appeared to directly address instances of disrespect and rude behaviour faced by... #social_media #crew_members #Celebrity #strongly_worded #Aalim_Hakim #Hakim #sparked_conversation #Aalim #makeup_artists #artists
2 Indians on ship hit by hantavirus safe Two Indian crew members aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship are healthy and asymptomatic following a hantavirus scare. The vessel anchored off Spain's Canary Islands, and the two Indians have since been evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine and health monitoring. #crew_members #Indian_crew #ship_hit #cruise_ship #members_aboard #Canary_Islands #Hondius_cruise #hantavirus_scare #hantavirus_safe #Spain_Canary
‘Healthy and asymptomatic’: Indian Embassy says crew members evacuated from hantavirus-hit MV Hondius are safe Two Indian crew members aboard the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius have been evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine, confirmed healthy and asymptomatic by the Indian Embassy in Spain. The Dutch-flagged vessel experienced an outbreak after anchoring off the Canary Islands. The WHO advised a risk-based approach for managing contacts, noting limited human-to-human transmission of the Andes virus. #Indian #crew_members #Indian_Embassy #Embassy #Indian_crew #members_aboard #confirmed_healthy #members_evacuated #Hondius #Canary_Islands
2 Indians safe after Hantavirus scare on cruise ship near Spain Two Indian crew members aboard the Dutch cruise ship MV Hondius, which anchored off Spain due to a hantavirus scare, are confirmed healthy and asymptomatic. Evacuated to the Netherlands for quarantine, their well-being is being closely monitored by Indian authorities in coordination with Spanish officials. This incident highlights global health vigilance. #Spain #crew_members #Indian_crew #cruise_ship #Hantavirus_scare #Dutch_cruise #Spain_due #members_aboard #confirmed_healthy #Indians_safe
Two Indians in crew of hantavirus-hit ship A rare hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship with two Indian crew members has sparked international attention. Experts assure no immediate concern for India, citing previous sporadic cases. The Andes strain, linked to limited human-to-human spread, requires close exposure, unlike COVID-19. India's healthcare is prepared for potential cases. #Indian #Indians #crew_members #Indian_crew #cruise_ship #international_attention #rare_hantavirus #hantavirus_outbreak #sparked_international #hantavirus-hit_ship
'No better feeling': Air India flies 149 stranded passengers to Delhi from Dubai amid escalating West Asia tensions Air India successfully repatriated 149 passengers and 8 crew members from Dubai to Delhi, marking the first international arrival by an Indian carrier. This operation comes as Dubai's airports begin partial resumption of limited flight operations after days of disruption due to escalating regional tensions and airspace restrictions. #Air_India #crew_members #West_Asia #India_successfully #tensions_Air #India_flies #Indian_carrier #successfully_repatriated #escalating_West #Asia_tensions
EXCLUSIVE: Not just crew, even lead actress, Anupria Goenka, yet to be fully paid for the action film Khilone, backed by Vikram Bhatt Earlier this month, it was reported that crew members of Vikram Bhatt’s 2023 horror film 1920: Horrors Of The Heart and the upcoming action film Khilone had not been paid their dues. The Hollywood Reporter spoke to Khilone’s make-up artist, Komal Halai Dhawan and another crew member, who chose to remain anonymous. They alleged unprofessional conduct and non-payment of their dues. Komal confirmed that she is still awaiting payment of Rs. 1. 75 lakh. Bollywood Hungama has now learned that even the film’s leading actress, Anupria Goenka, who has left a mark in films and shows like Tiger Zinda Hai, Padmaavat, War, Criminal Justice, Asur, Aashram etc. , has not received her full remuneration. A source, who worked on Khilone, told us, “Not just crew members, but even the leading actors of the film were not paid. In short, everyone associated with the film has suffered. ”The source further claimed, “Anupria Goenka was paid for a certain number of days. However, she is yet to receive payment for approximately 15 days from the final schedule. ”When contacted by Bollywood Hungama, Anupria was unavailable for comment but her then management confirmed that, “Yes, she hasn’t been fully paid, despite repeated reminders and follow-up”. Jisshu Sengupta played the male lead in Khilone. Bollywood Hungama reached out to him for comment, but he, too, was u... #crew_members #Vikram #Vikram_Bhatt #Bhatt #Bhatt_Earlier #Anupria_Goenka #upcoming_action #horror_film #action_film #Hollywood_Reporter
Air Ambulance with 7 on board crashes in Jharkhand shortly after takeoff to Delhi A Delhi-bound air ambulance carrying seven people, including a patient, doctor, and two crew members, crashed in Jharkhand shortly after taking off from Ranchi. The Beechcraft C90 aircraft lost contact with air traffic control after requesting a weather deviation. A search and rescue operation is underway, with an investigation team dispatched. #Ranchi #Jharkhand #crew_members #Jharkhand_shortly #Air_Ambulance #ambulance_carrying #Delhi-bound_air #board_crashes #Ambulance #shortly
IndiGo’s December disruption stranded 16.2 lakh domestic flyers: DGCA The directorate’s monthly traffic data for Dec 2025 says 16.2 lakh domestic flyers were stranded at airports across the country due to the non-availability of either IndiGo aircraft or their crew members. The number of people affected due to total cancellation of flights was 9.8 lakh, while those stranded at the airports due to delays beyond two hours were 6.4 lakh. #lakh #lakh_domestic #domestic_flyers #December_disruption #crew_members #monthly_traffic #traffic_data #IndiGo_aircraft #country_due #disruption_stranded
