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Acclaimed filmmaker Gurinder Chadha, who is known for her films like 'Bend It Like Beckham' and 'Bride and Prejudice', discussed the inspiration behind her latest movie, 'Christmas Karma', the fusion of British and Indian traditions, and her collaboration with Priyanka Chopra, and renowned sitar player Anoushka Shankar.

Whenever the tune of 'Allah ke bande' resonates in our ears, we often end up listening to it once more. Kailash Kher who became an overnight sensation with this song has now been in the industry for many years and has made a huge contribution to popularising Sufi and folk music. In addition to receiving a Padma Shri award, the playback singer and composer has won two Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer. Kher's father Mehar Singh Kher was also a traditional folk singer. Growing up in a musical environment, he was intrigued and attracted by music and used to spend the entire day listening to his father's Indian folk tunes. As the singer is celebrating his birthday on July 7, we take a look at some of his soulful renditions.

The Karnataka government has filed its response before the Supreme Court concerning the ongoing controversy over the release of Kamal Haasan's film 'Thug Life' in the state.