Jeremy Renner, 54, quietly dated influencer CC Mason, 26, while recovering from snowplow accident

Jeremy Renner had a romance with a much younger influencer last year, Page Six can exclusively reveal.

Multiple sources tell us the “Avengers: Endgame” star, 54, dated fashion influencer Cassandra “CC” Mason, who is 28 years his junior, for about eight months “off and on” throughout 2024.

We’re told the pair developed a strong connection in part because both had been through serious health struggles.

Renner, for his part, had a near-death experience when a snowplow ran over him in January 2023, and Mason, 26, overcame thyroid cancer at a young age.

Jeremy Renner dated influencer CC Mason “off and on” throughout 2024, sources tell Page Six.
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In 2019, she posted via Instagram, “4 YEARS CANCER FREE!!!🎉 Not many people know that 4 years ago I was diagnosed with 2 types of thyroid cancer.

“Today, I received my 4 years ALL CLEAR! Today is a day to be thankful for everything! Life is too short! Take advantage of EVERY day! Today is a day to CELEBRATE! 🎉🎊 I love you guys!💕”

A source tells Page Six that Renner and Mason did not just bond over their respective experiences but more so had a “mutual understanding” for what they had each been through.

A second source tells us that the couple would often spend time together in Los Angeles and London, while the actor filmed “Knives Out 3.”

We’re told Renner’s “bad boy reputation” was a point of concern for Mason at first, but she decided to give him a chance and found him to be “sweet.” She also thought he was an “inspiring person,” per an insider.

A source says the former couple are no longer together but remain good friends. A reason for the split was not provided.

Page Six has reached out to Renner’s rep and Mason for comment but did not immediately hear back.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/18/celebrity-news/jeremy-renner-54-quietly-dated-influencer-cc-mason-26-while-recovering-from-snow-plow-accident/

Placebo frontman charged with calling Italian PM a ‘Nazi’ during concert

Placebo frontman Brian Molko has been charged with defamation after he reportedly called the Italian prime minister a “fascist” and a “Nazi” during a gig in the country.

Molko, 52, is said to have made the remarks about Georgia Meloni when Placebo played the Sonic Park festival in Turin in 2023, which drew an attendance of around 5000 people.

Italy’s justice ministry approved a request from prosecutors on Monday (17 February) to charge the Scottish-American rocker for allegedly calling Ms Meloni a “piece of s***, fascist, racist” and a “Nazi”.

Local prosecutors responded to a complaint from police at the festival about Molko who was subsequently investigated for defamation and contempt.

At the time, members of Meloni’s far-right Brothers of Italy party, which has its roots in Italy’s neo-fascist movement, denounced the insults and demanded an apology.

“We cannot let an international event that attracts so many people (to Italy) be ruined by filthy words which, amidst a general silence, aim to attack the institutions of the republic,” LaPresse quoted Brothers of Italy lawmaker Augusta Montaruli as saying.

Defamation offences in Italy can land culprits with a prison term of up to three years.

However, a spokesman for Justice Minister, Carlo Norio said that a sentence is unlikely to be imposed in this instance. Molko is now likely to face a fine of €5,000 (£4,200) if the charges are upheld.

Brian Molko (MTVA – Media Service Support and Asset Management Fund)

Meloni was elected in September 2022, after her far-right Brothers of Italy party won an overall majority.

In July 2024 an Italian judge ordered a journalist to pay Meloni €5,000 (£4,210) in damages for mocking her height on social media, ruling that it amounted to “body shaming”.

The judge also imposed a suspended fine of €1,200 on Giulia Cortese for her defamatory posts on X from 2021, before Ms Meloni took power.

Source : https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/placebo-brian-molko-georgia-meloni-b2699999.html

India’s Got Latent row: Supreme Court to hear Ranveer Allahbadia’s plea today | 10 points

Multiple FIRs have been lodged against YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia over his remarks on Samay Raina’s show.(Instagram/@beerbiceps)

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear influencer Ranveer Allahbadia’s plea on Tuesday, seeking the clubbing of multiple FIRs filed against him for alleged obscene remarks made on comedian Samay Raina’s YouTube show, India’s Got Latent. A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh is expected to take up the case.

On Friday, Abhinav Chandrachud, the son of former CJI DY Chandrachud, sought an urgent listing of the matter in the top court. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna assured that the case would be assigned to a bench and taken up within two to three days.

The controversy erupted after Allahbadia made objectionable remarks on Samay Raina’s YouTube show, leading to multiple FIRs against him and others. Apart from Allahbadia and Raina, those named in the Assam case include YouTube celebrities Ashish Chanchlani, Jaspreet Singh, and Apoorva Makhija.

Top 10 updates on Ranveer Allahbadia row

    1. YouTuber and podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known for ‘BeerBiceps,’ has remained unreachable to investigation agencies, according to a joint statement by Mumbai and Guwahati Police.
    2. Police said that Allahbadia has yet to respond to investigation agencies after being named in FIRs filed by the Maharashtra Cyber Department, Guwahati Police and Jaipur Police in connection with the ‘India’s Got Latent’ case.
    3. The Maharashtra Cyber Cell has issued a summons for Allahbadia, directing him to appear before it on February 24. Meanwhile, comedian Samay Raina has been asked to appear before the Cyber Cell on February 18.
    4. The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also summoned Allahbadia, Samay Raina and others to appear at its office in New Delhi on Monday following the controversial remarks made on the show. In a statement, NCW said it has taken serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks made by content creators Ranveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, Apoorva Makhija, Jaspreet Singh, and Ashish Chanchlani, along with the show’s producers, Tushar Poojari and Saurabh Bothra.
    5. However, many of those summoned failed to appear, citing personal safety concerns, prior international commitments and logistical difficulties. Allahbadia informed the Commission that he had been receiving death threats and requested a new hearing date after three weeks. NCW accepted his request and rescheduled the hearing for March 6.
    6. Jaspreet Singh, who is currently on tour in Paris, informed the Commission that he would return to India by March 10, 2025, and would cooperate with the inquiry. NCW rescheduled his hearing for March 11.
    7. Samay Raina, who is presently in the US for a pre-planned tour, assured NCW that he would be available for a hearing upon his return. The Commission accepted his request and scheduled his hearing for March 11.
    8. Raina issued a public apology, saying, “Everything that has been happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you.”

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/supreme-court-to-hear-ranveer-allahbadia-s-plea-on-india-s-got-latent-controversy-today-top-10-updates-101739836622078.html

Kanika Kapoor On AI-Generated Music & Auto-Tune: ‘Technology Cannot Replace Real Emotions’

Kanika Kapoor, the voice behind chartbusters like Baby Doll and Chittiyan Kalaiyan, is back in the Bollywood music scene after almost three years with her rendition of the classic Gori Hai Kalaiyan. In this candid and exclusive chat, she opens up about reinterpreting an iconic song, the evolving soundscape of Bollywood music, the pressure of creating viral hits, and the rise of AI in music. She also talks about the thrill of performing LIVE at concerts. Excerpts:

Gori Hai Kalaiyan is a classic, and you’ve given it a fresh spin for Mere Husband Ki Biwi. What would you like to say about that?

I’m really excited about this one! Gori Hai Kalaiyan is such a loved song, and I wanted to keep its original charm while sounding fresh and fun. It’s like giving an old favourite a little makeover. The original track was sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar ji and it’s an absolute honour to have my voice featured in the same song. The excitement of bringing a fresh touch to such an iconic melody is truly overwhelming, and I feel privileged to be part of this musical journey.

You’ve done a Bollywood song after almost three years. What kept you away from Hindi film music?

I wouldn’t say I was away. I was just exploring different musical spaces. I’ve been focusing on independent music, LIVE shows, and experimenting with new sounds. The industry has also been evolving, and film music has taken a different direction. But Bollywood has always been close to my heart, and I was just waiting for the right song. I’m happy to be back with this one.

Bollywood music has shifted towards beats and remixes. Do you think soulful melodies are fading away?

Not at all. Soulful music will always have its place. Many artists today are blending the two – adding soul to upbeat tracks – which is a great balance. Good music is timeless, no matter the style.

A song’s success today depends a lot on reels and trends. Does this put pressure on artists to create ‘viral’ music?

There’s definitely pressure, but I believe good music will always stand out, whether it goes viral or not. Of course, social media plays a big role now. If a song connects with people, it will find its way, whether through reels or just by word of mouth.

Many say frequent remixes make it hard for singers to build their own musical identity. Do artists get enough space for originality?

It can be challenging, but originality always wins in the long run. As artists, we just have to keep creating our own sound and be consistent. Even if it takes longer, the impact is much bigger.

With AI-generated music and heavy auto-tune, do you think real singers might lose their identity?

Not really. Technology can enhance music, but it can’t replace real emotions. LIVE performances, raw vocals, and that personal connection with the audience cannot be recreated by AI. Music is about feeling and an experience.

You’ve done both playback and LIVE performances. What gives you a bigger adrenaline rush – singing for films or performing LIVE?

Both are special in their own way. Playback singing is amazing because the song stays forever and becomes part of people’s memories. But LIVE performances are pure energy – the crowd, the connection, the excitement. There’s nothing like hearing thousands of people sing along with you.

Concerts are getting bigger, but ticket prices are also rising. Do you think they’re becoming too commercialised?

It’s a bit of both. LIVE music is growing, and big concerts need better production, so costs go up. But it’s also important that fans can afford to come and enjoy the experience. We just need the right balance – high-quality shows that are still accessible to everyone.

Source : https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/kanika-kapoor-on-ai-generated-music-auto-tune-technology-cannot-replace-real-emotions-exclusive

PM Modi’s lookalike in ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ amuses fans

The much-anticipated Captain America: Brave New World, the latest in the Captain America film franchise, hit the theatres worldwide on February 14, and has been receiving some rave reviews for its diverse cast.

While the penultimate installment from Marvel Studios has been the talk of the town among its fans for diverse reasons, Indian fans have been particularly taken aback by a particular scene in the movie. A character playing the role of some world leader in the movie shares an uncanny resemblance with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Social media was quick to catch on it and exploded with reactions as the fans noticed that a scene in the movie, which revolved around a diplomatic discussion among the leaders on a newly discovered rare metal in the Indian Ocean, has a leader at the table, bearing striking resemblance to PM Modi wearing white kurta, jacket, and neatly trimmed white beard. Several amused users shared the screengrab of the scene online.

As the social media continued to brim with reactions, director Julius Onah clarified that the character in the film was not inspired by any of the real-world politician. However, the buzz around the cameo appearance in the movie refused to die down.

The talk of the town character was played by Harsh Nayyar, who gained recognition for portraying Nathuram Godse in Gandhi (1982). His subsequent roles included the comedies Easy Money (1983) and Desperately Seeking Susan. Nayyar, a seasoned actor, who has left his imprint on the Indian and Hollywood movies, was featured in over 50 productions. His work also includes appearances in Boston Legal, The Other Two, and the Indian web series Cyber Vaar – Har Screen Crime Scene.

Check out how the fans of the movie reacted to the scene

Source : https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/pm-modis-lookalike-in-captain-america-brave-new-world-amuses-fans-3409596

‘When Life Throws Lemons At You, Catch A Few And Make Neembu-paani Out Of It!’ Dale Bhagwagar’s Bombshell Advice To Veer Pahariya

When it comes to wading through the treacherous waters of fame, controversy, and media scrutiny, few understand the art of spin better than Dale Bhagwagar, Bollywood’s only PR guru and the PR expert who Google acknowledges as India’s most famous publicist. In an explosive analysis, Dale weighs in on the ongoing saga surrounding Veer Pahariya, asserting that the young star doesn’t need crisis management — he needs spin!

“Veer has the best opportunity any newcomer can have in terms of free national coverage right now. So what if it’s negative? If handled deftly, it can be turned. After all, why are makeovers and turnarounds popular? Because they surprise people. Veer needs to ride the wave, not clarify anything with folded hands or give interviews justifying himself,” Dale declared. “He needs to throw caution to the wind and play all the free negative hype with PR games rather than feel bogged down and navigate the media minefield.”

This bold statement comes at a time when Veer Pahariya finds himself at the center of a media storm. Whether it’s due to personal controversies, professional missteps, or the relentless scrutiny of Cancel Culture, Pahariya’s image has taken a hit, with almost all of the national media crushing him for his alleged PR moves. But according to Dale, this is not the time for damage control or defensive maneuvers. Instead, it’s an opportunity to spectacularly turn the tide in his favor using the power of Bollywood PR machinery.

Decoding Dale’s Art Of Spin

Dale’s advice is rooted in the belief that negative publicity, when handled strategically, can be transformed into a powerful tool. “The media is a double-edged sword,” explains the Bollywood publicist. “While it can destroy careers, it can also catapult individuals to unprecedented heights if they know how to play the game. Obviously, in his first innings, Veer got played by Cancel Culture.”

Instead of issuing apologies or trying to clarify his stance, Dale suggests that Veer should embrace the chaos and use it to his advantage. “He needs to spin the narrative in his favor, turn the tables on the trolls, intelligently double down on his in-your-face brand image, and then ride the wave like nobody’s business. Right now, most people have targeted him, and they are not expecting that from him at all. What a wonderful time to spin and play with shock and awe.”

This approach, Dale argues, would not only keep Veer in the limelight but also position him as a larger-than-life figure who laughs at controversy. “People love a rebel, a maverick who doesn’t conform to societal norms. If Veer plays his cards right, he can shut all the trolls up and become that real national crush he might have aspired to be.”

The Pitfall Of Conventional PR

However, Dale is skeptical about whether Veer will take this unconventional route. “Most PR teams could advise him to take the tried-and-tested path — issue statements, give interviews, and try to clean up his image. But that’s exactly what will make him end up as just another wannabe who got sidelined by Cancel Culture.”

True that! The tried-and-tested approach, while safe, often lacks the boldness required to stand out in today’s hyper-competitive entertainment industry. Dale warns that if Veer follows this path, he risks fading into obscurity and making filmmakers wary of casting him. “If he follows that old-school path, he’ll be remembered as just another one who bit the dust, another casualty of the unforgiving Bollywood machine.”

The Cancel Culture Conundrum

Cancel Culture has become a formidable force in the entertainment industry, with social media acting as both judge and jury. Celebrities who find themselves on the wrong side of public opinion often struggle to recover, their careers derailed by a single misstep. But Dale believes that Cancel Culture can be outmaneuvered with the right strategy and a sustained dose of street smartness.

“Cancel Culture thrives on outrage, but it’s also fueled by boredom. If you can keep the audience engaged, if you can keep them talking, you can survive. The key is to never let the narrative stagnate. Keep it dynamic, keep it unpredictable. When life throws lemons at you, catch a few and make neembu-paani out of it.”

A Lesson In Reinvention

Dale’s advice to Veer is not just about surviving the current crisis — it’s about reinventing himself by playing it. “He has the potential to turn this situation into a defining moment of his career. But Veer needs to be bold, he needs to be daring. He needs to understand that in Bollywood, sometimes the best way to win is to stop playing by the rules.”

Source : https://www.spotboye.com/bollywood/news/-when-life-throws-lemons-at-you-catch-a-few-and-make-neembu-paani-out-of-it-dale-bhagwagar-s-bombshell-advice-to-veer-pahariya/67aef0a4e4cc4f51c1985c02

DEATH THREAT ORDEAL Jay-Z and Beyonce reveal death threat hell after false child rape case as he slams ‘frivolous & fictitious’ claims

RAPPER Jay-z says he and wife Beyonce were sent death threats after he was accused of raping a girl of 13.

The 55-year-old claims the allegation in a now-abandoned lawsuit was intended to cause him maximum distress.

The rapper claims the allegation in a now-abandoned lawsuit was intended to cause him maximum distressCredit: Reuters

He is now suing his accuser’s lawyer, Tony Buzbee, who filed the allegation that he and fellow rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs attacked the girl at a 2000 MTV Video Music Awards party.

In court documents, Jay-Z said: “Social media comments online responding to Mr Buzbee’s public statements about me and accusations against me have caused me harm. For example, people have said ‘I can’t wait until you join (Combs) in prison. Then later in hell’.

“Other comments have accused me of being a ‘satanist’, a ‘trafficker’, a ‘terrorist’, and a ‘monster’, called me the N-word and threatened violence against me and my wife, including to ‘kill’ or ‘execute’ us.”

Billionaire Jay-Z, real name Shawn Carter, was rocked by the lawsuit in December.

He claimed it was an attempt at blackmail.

But on Saturday, it was revealed that his unnamed accuser had voluntarily dismissed the case.

It led Jay-Z, who has three children with Beyonce, to declare it a victory, dismissing the action as “frivolous, fictitious and appalling”.

In the documents, he claimed the timing of the lawsuit was malicious, as it was filed in December the day before the London premiere of Mufasa: The Lion King, starring Beyonce, 43, and their eldest daughter Blue Ivy, 13. Jay-Z wrote: “I feel that Mr Buzbee purposely filed this lawsuit on the eve of my daughter’s premiere to put me in the position of having to choose between supporting my daughter or hiding to avoid the negative press coverage.

“This civil suit was without merit and never going anywhere.

“The fictional tale they created was laughable, if not for the seriousness of the claims. I would not wish this experience on anyone.

“The trauma that my wife, my children, loved ones and I have endured can never be dismissed.”

Source : https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/13556542/jay-z-beyonce-death-threat-child-rape-case/

‘Death Threats Pour In, People Have Invaded My Mother’s Clinic’: Ranveer Allahbadia Shares Shocking Details Of What’s Happening With Him Post Controversy

Ranveer Allahbadia has been in the news for the past few days after he made the ‘parents sex’ statement on Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent. The YouTuber had shared a video apologizing for his language. However now, Ranveer took to Instagram, to share a note, in which he claimed that he is getting death threats, and people have invaded his mother’s clinic posing as patients.

Ranveer Allahbadia (Instagram)

Ranveer Allahbadia has been in the news for the past few days after he said the ‘parents sex’ statement on Samay Raina’s show India’s Got Latent. He was being slammed for using obscene language, and multiple FIRs have been filed against him and Samay. After the IGL video went viral, Ranveer quickly shared a video apologizing for what he said.

However now, the YouTuber has shared shocking details about what is happening with him post the controversy. Ranveer took to Instagram to share a note which read, “My team and I are cooperating with the police and all other authorities. I will follow due process and be available to all agencies. My remark about parents was insensitive and disrespectful. It is my moral responsibility to do better and I am genuinely sorry.”

He further revealed that he is getting death threats. Ranveer wrote, “I’m watching death threats pour in from people saying that they want to kill me and hurt my family. People have invaded my mother’s clinic posing as patients. I’m feeling scared and I don’t know what to do. But I’m not running away. I have full faith in the police and the judicial system of India.”

Check out his post below…

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/death-threats-pour-in-people-have-invaded-my-mothers-clinic-ranveer-allahbadia-shares-shocking-details-of-whats-happening-with-him-post-controversy

Amitabh Bachchan walked into Bangkok s**ip club with unbuttoned shirt, recalls Apoorva Lakhia; reveals he was ‘mind-blown’

In a recent interview, Apoorva Lakhia reminisced about the time Amitabh Bachchan walked into a s**ip club wearing an unbuttoned shirt. Read on to know the full story!

Picture Courtesy: Amitabh Bachchan Instagram

Filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia, who collaborated with Amitabh Bachchan on Ek Ajnabee, has revealed that the veteran actor struggles with insomnia. Reflecting on his experience working with him, Apoorva shared that despite long hours on set, Bachchan never seemed to get tired and was always enthusiastic about making plans after work. He recalled that during their time in Bangkok, Bachchan expressed a keen interest in exploring the local culture and walked into a s**ip club wearing an unbuttoned shirt, adding that he was ‘mind-blown’.

In an interview with Friday Talkies, Apoorva recounted an incident when Amitabh Bachchan asked him for a tour of Bangkok. He recalled hesitantly informing the actor about Patpong, a district known for its live shows, warning that his presence there could cause chaos.

However, Bachchan insisted on visiting, and they eventually went. Apoorva mentioned that actors Arjun Rampal, Vikram Chatwal, Perizaad Zorabian, and producer Bunty Walia accompanied them too. He also recalled that Bachchan was dressed in a shirt with most of the buttons undone and paired it with a traditional Thai dhoti-like garment.

Apoorva recounted that as Big B walked through, they headed to a club called Exotic Pu**y, known for its live shows. He mentioned that Bachchan had never witnessed such performances before, and as they entered, the presence of the legendary actor caused a frenzy among the Indians there.

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/amitabh-bachchan-walked-into-bangkok-sip-club-with-unbuttoned-shirt-recalls-apoorva-lakhia-reveals-he-was-mind-blown-1372678

Prateik Babbar’s Stepsister Juhi On Not Being Invited To His Wedding: “Someone Else Is Desperate For Publicity…”

Prateik is the son of veteran actor Raj Babbar and the late actress Smita Patil

The image was shared on Instagram.

Actor Prateik Babbar and his longtime girlfriend Priya Banerjee married on Friday (February 14).

After his stepbrother, Aarya revealed that none of the Babbar family members, including their father, veteran actor Raj Babbar, had been invited to the wedding, the Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na star’s step-sister also weighed in on the same.

In an interview with The Times of India, Juhi said, “Nothing can change the fact that Prateik is my brother and we are Raj Babbar’s children. Right now, he is surrounded by a few people – whom we don’t wish to name – who have influenced him. But we don’t want to put him in a difficult position because that won’t help anyone.”

Juhi made it clear that her comments were not aimed at Priya Banerjee, calling her “wonderful” adding that Prateik was fortunate to have her in his life. However, she implied that another party may be causing friction. “The real issue is caused by someone else – someone desperate for publicity and importance,” she said.

The wedding ceremony took place in the comfort of their home, surrounded by their closest family and friends. The wedding festivities included the traditional haldi and mehendi rituals before they exchanged vows during the pheras.

For their big day, Prateik Babbar and Priya Banerjee chose exquisite ensembles from a special collection by designer Tarun Tahiliani, paired with jewellery by Khurana Jewellery House.

The bride looked breathtaking in an ivory and gold lehenga adorned with intricate threadwork and embroidery. She complemented the lehenga with a corset and a sheer dupatta. Her look was completed with stunning kundan jewellery, including a maangtika, bangles, a choker-style necklace and statement earrings. For her makeup, she opted for a soft, natural look.

Source: https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/prateik-babbars-stepsister-juhi-on-not-being-invited-to-his-wedding-someone-else-is-desperate-for-publicity-7721612

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia Moves Supreme Court For Protection Amid Multiple FIRs Over ‘India’s Got Latent’ Controversy

On Friday, the writ petition filed by Ranveer Allahbadia also known BeerBiceps under Article 32 of the Constitution challenging the multiple FIRs was mentioned before Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna for urgent listing.

After multiple complaints were filed and criminal proceedings were set in action across various states against YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia over his vulgar and crass comments about parents on the comedy show ‘India’s Got Latent’, the podcaster has petitioned the Supreme Court seeking protection from coercive action.

On Friday, the writ petition filed by Ranveer Allahbadia also known BeerBiceps under Article 32 of the Constitution challenging the multiple FIRs was mentioned before Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna for urgent listing. However, declining to advance the scheduled hearing, CJI Khanna said, “We have already given a date of listing. No oral mentioning please.” The episode in question, featuring Ranveer Allahbadia, was uploaded on YouTube on February 8 as part of stand-up comedian Samay Raina’s show ‘India’s Got Latent’, which has a global subscriber base of over 7.3 million.

For the unversed, Ranveer Allahbadia had asked a contestant a controversial question about their parents’ sexual relationship during a recent episode of the show. Known for its bold comedic content, the show has now become the centre of controversy and has been receiving a lot of backlash for the vulgar comedy.

However, Khar police had asked Ranveer Allahbadia to appear at the Khar police station on Friday to record his statement, but he did not appear. When Khar police and Guwahati police on Friday visited Ranveer Allahbadia’s house in Andheri, they found the door closed. Guwahati police left a notice at his house, directing him to appear before them soon.”We were unable to get in touch with YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia as his mobile phone was switched off and his house was locked. His lawyer was also unreachable”, Mumbai Police said.

According to police sources, Pratham Sagar, the video editor of IGL, used to live with Samay Raina in Pune. Pratham Sagar told Khar police that he was instructed by Samay Raina to air the controversial clip on YouTube. Pratham and Samay have been associated for a long time. Pratham is a resident of Agra. According to Mumbai police, they are yet to record the statements of Jaspreet Singh, Samay Raina, and Ranveer Allahbadia.

Mumbai police sources also said that if Ranveer, Samay, and others do not come to record their statements, action will be initiated against them. So far, the police have recorded statements from seven individuals, including well-known YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, content creator Apoorva Makhija, and the father of Balraj Singh Ghai, the owner of The Habitat Studio. Production manager and chief programmer Tushar Pujari, along with two other studio employees, have also provided their testimonies in the case.The cyber cell and the Mumbai Police are conducting separate investigations in connection with Allahbadia’s remarks on Raina’s YouTube show ‘India’s Got Latent’.

An Assam Police team is also in Mumbai in connection with the investigation and met the Maharashtra cyber cell officials on Thursday. Maharashtra Cyber Cell Chief Yashasvi Yadav told FPJ that Samay Raina has been issued a summons and has been called for questioning on February 18, while Ranveer Allahbadia has been summoned for an inquiry on February 24.Amid the controversy, Samay Raina on Wednesday claimed to have removed all videos of the show from YouTube, asserting that his intention was only to entertain and make people laugh.

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/youtuber-ranveer-allahbadia-moves-supreme-court-for-protection-amid-multiple-firs-over-indias-got-latent-controversy

Elvish Yadav Lands In Trouble Again, NCW Summons YouTuber Over ‘Racist’ Remarks Against Chum Darang

The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken strict action against YouTuber and social media influencer Elvish Yadav for making racist remarks about actress and Bigg Boss 18 fame Chum Darang. The commission has summoned Elvish to appear on February 17 following outrage over his comments made during a podcast with Rajat Dalal.

The controversy erupted after Elvish allegedly made derogatory remarks about Chum, mocking her name and ethnicity. His offensive comments also extended to her work in Gangubai Kathiawadi, where he made inappropriate jokes about her association with the film.

A photo of NCW’s notice to the YouTuber has also surfaced. “The National Commission for Women has taken a suo moto cognisance of a media post captioned “Women panel condemns ‘racist remarks by Elvish Yadav against Arunachali actress Cham Darang’, wherein it has been reported that you have made a derogatory and racist comment against Former Miss Arunachal and Big Boss contestant Chum Darang, calling her name as ‘ashleel’,” the notice read.

During the podcast, Elvish had stated, “Karan Veer ko pakka COVID tha kyunki Chum kisko pasand aati hai bhai, itna taste kiska kharab hota hai! Aur Chum ke toh naam mein hi ashleelta hai… Naam Chum aur kaam Gangubai Kathiawadi mein kiya hai.”

He was criticised for his comments and fans had demanded strict action against him.

Reacting to the controversy, Chum called out the blatant disrespect in an official statement, stating that such comments blur the line between humour and hate. She expressed her disappointment that not only was her ethnicity targetted, but her hard work and achievements were also belittled.

Chum slams Elvish

“Disrespecting someone’s identity and name is not ‘fun.’ Mocking someone’s achievements is not ‘banter.’ It’s time we draw the line. What’s even more disappointing is that this wasn’t just about my ethnicity – my hard work and a film backed by a visionary like Sanjay Leela Bhansali were also disrespected,” she stated.

Elvish removes controversial part from video

Later, his one of his vlogs, Elvish said that he removed the controversial comments from the video. He also mentioned that his comment was misinterpreted and was blown out of proportion.

Elvish further slammed people, stating that they were unnecessarily twisting his words and said, “Kitne bewakoof log hain jinko ye samajh mein nahi aa raha. Wo log bol raha hain Elvish ne Covid bol diya, so Elvish is relating Chinese with Chum. Usmein maine bola tha, Karan Veer (Mehra) ko shayad Covid ho rakha tha jo uski taste, smell chali gayi, jo usko Chum pasand aa gayi.”

Rajat Dalal reacts amid backlash

On the other hand, Rajat had stated that whatever they said during the podcast was ‘scripted’. A few days back, he conducted an ‘Ask Me Anything’ session on Instagram and answered a couple of questions posted by his fans and followers.

When one of his followers asked him why he used such language during the podcast, Rajat replied, “Jo tumne chize dekhi hai roast vali, woh scripted tha. Hum dono ko script mili thi, ki ye chize bolni hai taaki hype bane (The things you saw in the roast were scripted. Both of us were given a script with specific lines to create hype).”

Why Kylie Kelce didn’t eat Taylor Swift’s home-cooked meal during double date with Travis, Jason Kelce

Kylie Kelce admitted to not eating Taylor Swift’s home-cooked meal during a double date because she was eight weeks pregnant with her fourth daughter.

“I don’t know that I really ate the meal,” the 32-year-old explained to “Call Her Daddy” listeners on Wednesday. “I didn’t really eat the meal because I was eight weeks pregnant.”

Kylie Kelce explained why she didn’t eat Taylor Swift’s home-cooked meal during a double date.
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She acknowledged that while the confession would “sound terrible” to fans, “nothing sounded” good at the time.

The admission came up when host Alex Cooper asked whether Kylie and her husband, Jason Kelce, had been on a double date with Travis Kelce and the pop star.

“Technically, yes, I would say,” she divulged. “It was at home.”

Swift, 35, has made headlines for her cooking skills, with Travis gushing about her homemade Pop-Tarts and cinnamon rolls in June 2024.

The tight end told reporters that he “thoroughly” enjoys their time in the kitchen together.

Kylie spoke about Swift elsewhere in the episode when teasing how she found out about the Grammy winner’s romance with her brother-in-law in 2023.

“We knew before everyone else knew but it was not, like … it did not hit the group chat,” the “Not Gonna Lie” host recalled. “Jase and I found out together.

“We knew before they hard launched with her going to a game [in September 2023],” Kylie continued, saying they met at a matchup in January of the following year.

She also hit back at speculation that she had been “avoiding” Swift, admitting that while “people are deeply disturbed by this,” the songwriter is a “busy” person.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/12/celebrity-news/why-kylie-kelce-didnt-eat-taylor-swifts-home-cooked-meal-during-double-date/

Rakhi Sawant Calls Out ‘Janta Ki Hypocrisy’ Supporting Samay Raina, Says ‘Udit Narayan Ki Harkaton Se Desh Kharab Nahi Horaha?’

Rakhi Sawant Calls Out ‘Janta Ki Hypocrisy’ Supporting Samay Raina, Says ‘Udit Narayan Ki Harkaton Se Desh Kharab Nahi Horaha?’
Comedian Samay Raina recently took to social media to say that he has deleted all the episodes of his show India’s Got Latent amid the ongoing controversy around it. Now, Rakhi Sawant, who was also one of the panelists in IGL has come out in support of the comedian calling out ‘janta ki hypocrisy.’

Rakhi Sawant comes in support of Samay Raina

She hosted an Instagram LIVE and voiced her concerns on social media amid Indias Got Latent row. Complimenting Samay, she said, “Samay mera bohut acha dost hai, hota hai aisa kabhi kabhi, ups and downs aate jate rehte hain… bohut acha banda hai, I understand Ranveer ne galat bola hai… bohut galat bola hai lekin orr bhi to sab hain bolte hain, jaise vo konse color ki ch*ddi pehne ho wali, apne b**p se puchna jaake. Usko accept krliya desh walon ne? Uspe to video bana banake viral kar rahe hain, tab desh kharab ni horha hai? (Samay is a very good friend of mine, it happens like this every now and then, ups and downs keep on coming… it is very bad, I understand Ranveer has spoken wrong… he has spoken very wrong but even then many people have done the same, as that girl asks which color underwear you are wearing, she should ask her father. But on those audios you are making viral videos, then the country is not getting polluted?)”

Further, venting out, Rakhi added, “Udit Narayan ladki ke muh mei muh daalke kiss kar raha hai, usko koi kuch nahi bol raha… tab desh ki janta kharab nahi ho rahi hai? Ye Mika ki copy kar raha tha kya, jaise usne meko kiss kiya tha or famous hua tha? (Udit Narayan is kissing a girl on the mouth, why are people not saying anything to him… then people of the country are not getting spoiled? Was he copying Mika, like he kissed me and became famous?)”

Earlier too, Rakhi shared a message on social media and called for forgiveness for Ranveer Allahabadia amid his recent remarks on India’s Got Latent with comedian Samay Raina. “Forgive him yaar. It’s okay happen, sometimes forgive him. I know he did wrong, but forgive him (sic),” she wrote.

On Wednesday evening (February 12), Samay Raina took to his official X handle (formerly known as Twitter), and broke the silence on the controversy around his show. He also announced that he had deleted all the episodes of IGL and he would be fully cooperating with the agencies. He shared, “Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you.”

Source : https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tv/rakhi-sawant-calls-out-janta-ki-hypocrisy-supporting-samay-raina-says-udit-narayan-ki-harkaton-se-desh-kharab-nahi-horaha-article-118191047

DYK Sargun Mehta And Ravi Dubey Lost Rs 70 Lakh Due To Fraud On Udaariyaan Set?

Sargun Mehta wondered if they had made the right decision. (Photo Credits: Instagram)

Sargun Mehta and Ravi Dubey, who began their careers as television actors, ventured into production, gaining recognition for their hit daily soap Udaariyaan. In a recent interview, the duo opened up about their journey into production, the challenges they faced, and what inspired them to take this leap. Interestingly, Sargun revealed that they suffered a massive loss of ₹70 lakh while setting up the show’s production.

In an interview with Pinkvilla, Sargun Mehta opened up about the challenges she and Ravi Dubey faced while creating Udaariyaan without any prior experience. Their inexperience led to a major financial setback when they fell victim to a ₹70 lakh fraud during the show’s set construction. Recalling the incident, Sargun shared, “Udaariyaan ke waqt we emptied our accounts. And humara jab set baan raha tha, kisine fraud kiya 70 lakhs. I remember mein set se bahar nikli and Ravi was at shoot for Matsya Kaand. (During Udaariyaan, we emptied our accounts. And when our set was being built, someone committed fraud worth ₹70 lakhs. I remember stepping out of the set while Ravi was shooting for Matsya Kaand).” She revealed that she was so furious during a confrontation with the art director that her security had to hold her back. To make matters worse, the show was scheduled to air in just 15 days, but all they had was a blank floor.

Sargun added that later she cried in the car, wondering if they had made the wrong decision or if becoming producers was too much responsibility for them. However, Ravi remained calm and supportive. She narrated, “Ravi was being calm and said, ‘Gayi na? Nazar utar gayii, aa jayega kaam karo. Dobara kama lenge.’ Those 4-5 months were a nightmare (Ravi stayed calm and said, ‘It’s gone, right? The bad luck is gone. Work hard, and we’ll earn it back).”

Source : https://www.news18.com/entertainment/television/dyk-sargun-mehta-and-ravi-dubey-lost-rs-70-lakh-due-to-fraud-on-udaariyaan-set-aa-9225660.html

Samay Raina’s Gujarat shows cancelled after India’s Got Latent row? Tickets unavailable, VHP cites ‘anger among people’

Samay Raina has been mired in controversy after the release of the latest episode of his show, India’s Got Latent.

The India’s Got Latent row seems to have repercussions beyond the show itself. The upcoming comedy gigs of Samay Raina, the show’s creator, seem to have been cancelled in the wake of the controversy. The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Wednesday claimed comedian Samay Raina’s upcoming shows in Gujarat have been cancelled following outrage over crass remarks made on the latest episode of India’s Got Latent.

Samay Raina’s Gujarat shows cancelled: VHP

The VHP said tickets for Samay Raina’s shows scheduled in April were no longer available for sale on online platform BookMyShow. Social media influencer Ranveer Allahbadia (31) stirred up a major controversy with comments on parents and sex on Raina’s show that went viral on social media on Monday, leading to widespread criticism and multiple police complaints in Mumbai and Guwahati Gujarat VHP spokesperson Hitendrasinh Rajput said stand-up comedian Raina had planned four shows in the state — one each in Surat on April 17 and Vadodara on April 18, and two in Ahmedabad on April 19 and 20.

“It appears all these four shows have been cancelled due to public outrage against him in Gujarat. Though tickets for these shows were available till morning (of Wednesday) on BookMyShow, it seems they have been now taken down from the portal,” claimed Rajput.

In a statement, VHP regional secretary Ashvin Patel claimed organisers have decided to cancel these shows due to the recent controversy. “In view of the anger among people, it appears organisers have cancelled Samay Raina’s upcoming shows in Gujarat. We are thankful to the people of Gujarat for showing such alertness. I also ask organisers to refrain from organising events of such people in Gujarat,” said Patel.

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/web-series/samay-rainas-gujarat-shows-cancelled-after-indias-got-latent-row-tickets-unavailable-vhp-cites-anger-among-people-101739408491521.html

Box Office: Sanam Teri Kasam prepares for a HUGE Valentine’s Day despite new release Chhaava

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February is a month of love and Sanam Teri Kasam has added its flavor in the wave with its theatrical comeback this year. Headlined by Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, it brought back the emotional love story of Inder and Saru on the big screens. Now, the 2016 romantic drama is all set to prepare for huge business on Valentine’s Day despite new release, Chhaava.

Sanam Teri Kasam All Set For Valentine’s Day

Re-released on February 7, on the occasion of Rose Day, Sanam Teri Kasam will soon complete the first week of its re-release in theaters. Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane’s film, which emerged as a flop in 2016, has been a top choice of cinegoers this time.

After collecting respectable numbers in six days, the tragic romance is eyeing huge business on Valentine’s Day in its second week. Despite the clash with Chhaava and the film losing screens, the figures of Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru’s helmer shall be bigger on the second Friday than first Thursday.

Will Sanam Teri Kasam’s Blockbuster Run Be Impacted Due To Chhaava?

Sanam Teri Kasam will receive a boost in its performance in the second week due to Valentine’s Day. As per expectations, the 2016 cult film, which has created mass hysteria among fans, will attract more audiences in the love season. Many cinegoers are likely to watch the old movie in theaters with their partners.

Although Chhaava is releasing on February 14 (Valentine’s Day), Sanam Teri Kasam will hold well on Valentine’s despite the big competition. Speaking of the historical actioner, Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna’s starrer is expected to open in the range of Rs 18 crore to Rs 20 crore net in India.

Source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/box-office-sanam-teri-kasam-prepares-for-a-huge-valentines-day-despite-new-release-chhaava-1372104

Harshvardhan Rane on Sanam Teri Kasam release failure: Jo aap logone tabhi mere sath kiya tha…

Harshvardhan Rane talks aboy Sanam Teri Kasam box office failure

The 2016 romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam is back in the spotlight, this time for breaking its original box office record. Known for its emotional depth and unforgettable soundtrack, the film is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. It also marked the Hindi film debuts of Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane.

Now, in a recent interview, Harshvardhan has urged the public not to judge newcomers based on the film’s performance, highlighting the challenges faced by fresh talent.

This unexpected success has sparked conversations around the film’s continued relevance and appeal, especially among newer audiences discovering it for the first time. With its growing viewership, Sanam Teri Kasam is proving that even years after its release, it continues to make an impact at the box office.

While talking with Bollywood Bubble, Harshvardhan mentioned, “Jo Aap Logone Mere Saath Kiya Tha, Please New Comers Ke Saath Mat Karna”

“Nahi Toh Agar Achhi Movie Ko Support Nahi Mila, Toh Uska Re-Release Karna Padega, Just like ‘Sanam Teri Kasam” he added.

Over the years, however, Sanam Teri Kasam gained a cult following, leading the makers to re-release the film on February 7 in response to public demand. The re-release sparked a massive wave of excitement, and within just three days, the film earned double its original box office earnings.

While talking to News18 Showsha, Harshvardhan said, “Break-up jab hota hai, dil toot ta hi hai. People, who try to be cool and say that they are unfazed, lie. I can also say that the failure of Sanam Teri Kasam didn’t bother me but I won’t because it really broke my heart,”

He went on to say, “I wouldn’t want to watch a film with unknown faces. We were so new at that time. So, it would be wrong for me to expect people to spend money and watch our film. Over the years, I kept telling myself to accept it and move on. Today, I understand the science and commerce behind filmmaking. I now know why people didn’t watch Sanam Teri Kasam in theatres,”

Harshvardhan admitted that the film’s disappointing box office performance deeply affected him, to the point where he distanced himself from both the filmmakers and his co-star, Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane.

Source : https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/harshvardhan-rane-on-sanam-teri-kasam-release-failure-jo-aap-logone-tabhi-mere-sath-kiya-tha-article-12936886.html

 

Ram Gopal Varma Doubts If Rajinikanth Is A Good Actor, Says ‘Don’t Think He Can Do A Bhikhu Mhatre’

Ram Gopal Varma talks about Rajinikanth’s acting skills

Ram Gopal Varma is very vocal about his thoughts. This time once again he has grabbed attention after he expressed his doubt about superstar Rajinikanth‘s acting abilities. The director also mentioned that the superstar will not be able to play the iconic Bhikhu Mhatre role.

Speaking to Pinkvilla, Ram Gopal Varma said, “Acting is about a character; a star is about a performance. And there is a lot of difference between the two. Is Rajinikanth a good actor? I don’t know. I don’t think Rajinikanth can do a Bhikhu Mhatre. But with Rajinikanth, you only want to see him like that. Without slow motion, I don’t know if Rajinikanth can exist. You don’t mind seeing Rajinikanth walking in slow motion for half of the film without doing anything. It gives you a high.”

Bhikhu Mhatre was played by Manoj Bajpayee in Satya. The film revolved around the crime underworld of Mumbai. Released in 1998, the crime drama was the first movie in Ram Gopal Varma’s gangster trilogy. The film has won many awards and has become one of the cult classics. The film, directed by Ram Gopal Verma, was re-released in the theatres on January 17, 2025.

A few days after its re-release, Varma took to X to share an intensely personal reflection on revisiting Satya. As audiences relived the gritty brilliance of Satya, Varma found himself drawn back into the world he had created, watching the film in its entirety for the first time in 27 years.

Taking to X, Varma poured out his heart in a moving confession. He revealed that by the time the film neared its end, he was overwhelmed. “While watching it 2 days back for the 1st time after 27 years, tears were rolling down my cheeks” he admitted. The emotion wasn’t just about the story on-screen. “The tears were not just for the film, but were more for what happened since,” he wrote.

Source : https://www.news18.com/movies/ram-gopal-varma-doubts-if-rajinikanth-is-a-good-actor-says-dont-think-he-can-do-a-bhikhu-mhatre-9224296.html

Ranveer Allahbadia Controversy Updates: Apoorva Mukhija reaches Khar police station to record statement after vulgar language accusation on India’s Got Latent

Pic Credit: Ranveer Allahabadia/ Ashish Chanchlani/ Samay Raina Instagram

 

5 times Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent sparked controversy

Samay Raina, the controversial stand-up comedian, has been grabbing eyeballs for his inappropriate comments and questions on India’s Got Latent. However, this isn’t the first time when the show made headlines for its controversies. There were several times when Samay passed unacceptable comments on people, situations, mental health, racism and more.

Rajpal Yadav reacts to ongoing controversy

While exclusively speaking to Zoom, Rajpal Yadav reacted to Ranveer Allahbadia’s ongoing controversy. The actor stated how he feels shameful to even watch the video. Yadav emphasised how our country is about culture and art and some people are not even making an exception for their own parents when it comes to saying crass things. He expressed pity for such people saying they need counselling.

Apoorva Mukhija reaches Khar Police station to record her statement

Social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija reaches Khar Police station to record her statement in India’s Got Latent controversy. After her appearance on Samay Raina’s show, an FIR was filed against her for using vulgar and abusive language on the show.

Source :  https://www.pinkvilla.com/tv/news/ranveer-allahbadia-controversy-live-updates-nhrc-and-aicwa-demand-strict-action-against-samay-rainas-show-indias-got-latent-1371892 

 

Rep. Lauren Boebert spotted getting into cab with Kid Rock at 2:30 a.m.

Perhaps they were going somewhere to discuss the Second Amendment.

Page Six spies spotted Kid Rock and Rep. Lauren Boebert getting into a cab together in Washington, DC, at 2:30 a.m. as the parties celebrating the beginning of Donald Trump’s second term wound down.

While our (rather tawdry!) source suggested the pair planned to, er, keep the inaugural balls swinging into the wee hours, we have no evidence to suggest that was the case.

The pair were seen getting into a cab together in Washington, DC, at 2:30 a.m.
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It’s perfectly possible that the “Bawitdaba” recording artist might have been, for example, dropping the Colorado congresswoman off at her hotel.

TMZ posted a story about the pair the day after the Jan. 20 events, when Rock, 54, and Boebert, 38, were photographed chatting at one of the inaugural bashes.

“Lauren was totally transfixed by the rock star, yapping away, doing a little dance, and clapping like she was front row at his concert — basically giving Kid Rock all the hype he needed,” the site said.

Either way, they have much in common.

Both are among Trump’s most die-hard supporters, and they’re both enthusiastic gun-toters (even by rural Republican standards).

They’re also both veterans of the novelty restaurant biz.

She owned Shooters, a Colorado eatery where servers were encouraged to carry guns, and he is the proud proprietor of Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk and Rock & Roll Steakhouse in Nashville, Tenn.

Of course, Boebert’s horniness is legend.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/11/celebrity-news/rep-lauren-boebert-spotted-getting-into-cab-with-kid-rock-at-2-30-a-m/

Ed Sheeran performs Telugu song ‘Chuttamalle’ with Shilpa Rao at Bengaluru concert

Ed Sheeran and Shilpa Rao Credit: Insta/teddysphotos

New Delhi: British singer Ed Sheeran, known for tracks such as Shape of You Perfect and Shivers, once again surprised fans after he jammed on the popular Telugu song Chuttamalle with Indian singer Shilpa Rao at his Bengaluru concert.

The Grammy winning musician, who performed his second consecutive show in Bengaluru on Sunday night, shared a video of him singing the Telugu lyrics of the song sung by Rao in the 2024 film Devara starring Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor.

Praising Rao, also the voice behind Malang Besharam Rang and Bulleya, the singer on Instagram wrote: “Obsessed with @shilparao’s voice for the last while, a real privilege to share the stage tonight, and learn a new language.”

A fan page of Sheeran shared a video of his and Rao preparing for the Chuttamalle duet ahead of the concert, which was part of the India leg of his Mathematics (+-=÷x) Tour.

“Ed’s first Telugu song with @shilparao,” the caption read.

Chuttamalle is composed by Anirudh Ravichander and penned by Ramajogayya Sastry.

Janhvi was also thrilled to see Rao and Sheeran’s performance on her song.

“What a crossover to wake up to,” she wrote on her Instagram Stories with a heart emoji.

“Music has no boundaries and you proved it again Ed! Hearing you sing ‘Chuttamalle’ in Telugu is truly special @teddysphotos @anirudhofficial @shilparao,” Jr NTR said on Instagram.

Source : https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-performs-telugu-song-chuttamalle-with-shilpa-rao-at-bengaluru-concert-3398141

Ajith Kumar talks about the ‘bad crash’ he escaped unhurt ahead of Portugal race: ‘It was disastrous’

Ajith Kumar got back to racing recently and has his own team now, Ajith Kumar Racing.

Actor-racer Ajith Kumar met with an accident again this weekend during the practice run ahead of the race in Estoril, Portugal. Talking on the sidelines of the run, he said that he had a ‘bad crash’ but was doing fine and that his team helped him put his car together on time.

Ajith Kumar has another accident

In a video posted by Ajith’s fan page on YouTube, the actor is shown speaking on the sidelines of a practice run. Talking about how great it is to be back to racing, he says, “It feels great to be racing here in Estoril on the track. It’s very surreal to be sitting in the car on the circuit. It’s a proud moment, actually. It’s a very technical circuit; I’m glad my timing is getting better. It’s been a good weekend so far.”

He then reveals that he crashed his car during the practice run but escaped unhurt, saying, “Of course, this morning, it was disastrous in practice when I crashed. I had a bad crash. Thanks to my team, they put the car together and had to go straight for the qualifying. A nerve-wracking moment for me, you know.”

Ajith also expressed happiness that his fans have begun following the sport out of love for him, “I am so happy that they started to follow this sport that I love so much. I’m extremely grateful not just to the fans but to everybody back home who have been following me and wanting to know what I’m upto. I give my thanks to all of them.”

His previous crash in Dubai

This comes a month after Ajith crashed into a barrier during a practice run ahead of 24H Dubai race. His team confirmed the news to Hindustan Times and said, “Yes, he narrowly escaped an accident, his race car hit the barrier during the practice run at around 12:45 pm. The security personnel present there responded immediately. Ajith shifted to another race car because this one was totalled and continued practice. Thankfully, he is unharmed.”

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tamil-cinema/ajith-kumar-talks-about-the-bad-crash-he-escaped-unhurt-ahead-of-portugal-race-it-was-disastrous-101739199079531.html

Arijit Singh & Ed Sheeran Enjoy Scooter Ride In Former’s Hometown Murshidabad Without Security, Netizens Praise Their Simplicity (VIDEO)

Singer Ed Sheeran, who is currently in India as part of The Mathematics Tour, recently met Arijit Singh and several videos of the duo enjoying a scooter ride have been doing the rounds on social media. Ed performed two shows in Bengaluru over the weekend and post his concerts, he visited Arijit’s hometown Jiaganj in Murshidabad district, West Bengal.

In the viral videos on social media, Arijit is seen riding a scooter with Ed Sheeran seated behind him. They were joined by a few friends on separate scooters as they cruised through the town’s streets – without any security in sight.

According to a report in TOI, Ed and Arijit spent nearly five hours together. They went from Phulmore to deserted banks of the Bhagirathi. At Shibtala ghat, they also got on a mechanised boat for an hour-long ride on the Bhagirathi.

Netizens react to Ed & Arijit’s video

Reacting to the singers’ video, several netizens lauded their simplicity and down-to-earth nature.

On X (formerly known as Twitter), a fan wrote, “Two legends in one frame.” Another commented, “If this is not the most wholesome video ever idk what is 🥹🥹😭😭❤️”

“Humblest souls together,” read another comment. A fan wrote, “Bro has net worth in crores still the simplicity that’s make him the best.”

A section of social media users also asked them to collaborate with each other for a music video.

In September 2024, the ‘Perfect’ hitmaker joined Arijit at a concert in London. Arijit had thanked him for adding his “perfect” touch to his show.

Source : https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/arijit-singh-ed-sheeran-enjoy-scooter-ride-in-formers-hometown-murshidabad-without-security-netizens-praise-their-simplicity-video

 

How Taylor Swift is comforting Travis Kelce after Chiefs’ Super Bowl 2025 loss — and what’s next for their relationship

Taylor Swift has been “comforting” Travis Kelce after the Kansas City Chiefs failed to get their threepeat at the Super Bowl 2025.

A source exclusively tells Page Six that, despite losing 22-40 to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Grammy winner “knows how hard” Kelce has “worked all season and was thrilled to be at the Super Bowl to show her support.”

“Taylor knows Travis took this loss very hard but she couldn’t be more proud of him regardless of the outcome,” the insider tells us.

Taylor Swift has been “comforting” Travis Kelce after the Kansas City Chiefs failed to get their threepeat at the Super Bowl 2025.
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After arriving in New Orleans on Friday, Swift looked optimistic as she made her way into the Ceasars Superdome dressed stylishly in bedazzled jeans, a white blazer and white knee-high boots.

However, as the Eagles began to dominate the Chiefs in the first quarter, the singer looked more and more anxious while watching from her $3 million private suite.

The “Fortnight” songstress, 35, was joined by her brother, Austin Swift, and her dad, Scott Swift, in addition to close pals Ice Spice, Alana Haim, Este Haim and Ashley Avignone.

A heartbroken Travis, also 35, was later seen making his way to the VIP suite to greet his girlfriend after failing to secure the Chiefs’ third-straight Super Bowl title. His mom, Donna Kelce, dad Ed Kelce and brother Jason Kelce, were also waiting for him in the star-studded suite.

The “Are You Smarter Than A Celebrity?” host made his way over after changing out of his sweaty uniform and into the same ’70s-style rust suit he had worn upon arriving at the NFL championship game earlier in the day.

As for what’s next for the A-list lovebirds, our source says the twosome “are looking forward to enjoying some downtime.”

“They knew that Taylor’s Eras Tour would be wrapping in December and football season would be coming to an end now so they had planned for this time to focus on some alone time to just be together.”

The couple — who have been dating since the summer of 2023 — “are looking forward to getting away from all the distractions and being by themselves.”

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/10/celebrity-news/how-taylor-swift-is-comforting-travis-kelce-after-chiefs-super-bowl-2025-loss-and-whats-next-for-their-relationship/

BeerBiceps in Freefall: Ranveer Allahbadia Loses 2 Million Subscribers After India’s Got Latent Controversy

Hashtags calling for a boycott of BeerBiceps have been trending, and several influencers have also weighed in on the matter. | Image: X

Popular YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known for his channel BeerBiceps, faces a major backlash after losing over 2 million subscribers in the wake of a controversy surrounding filthy remarks on Samay Raina’s India’s Got Latent, a satirical spin on India’s Got Talent.

Subscriber Count Drops Drastically

As of January 31, BeerBiceps had a subscriber base of 10.5 million. However, following the controversy, the numbers have plummeted to 8.1 million as of February 10. The sharp decline reflects growing public discontent, with several netizens calling for a boycott of the influencer.

What Sparked the Controversy?

The backlash stems from an episode of India’s Got Latent. The show, known for its comedic format, features guest judges such as Ashish Chanchlani and Apoorva Mukhija (The Rebel Kid), who humorously critique participants.

In a viral clip from the episode, Ranveer can be heard asking an offensive question: “Would you rather watch your parents have sex for the rest of your life, or would you join in once and stop it forever?”

The remark has triggered widespread outrage, with social media users condemning it as inappropriate and distasteful.

Public Reaction and Fallout

The controversy has ignited heated debates online, with critics demanding accountability from Allahbadia. Hashtags calling for a boycott of BeerBiceps have been trending, and several influencers have also weighed in on the matter.

Allahbadia Issues Half-Hearted Apology

Meanwhile, Allahbadia on Monday issued a half-hearted apology for his controversial comment on a show, saying comedy is not his forte and described the whole episode as a “lapse in judgment”.

“My comment was not just inappropriate, it wasn’t even funny. Comedy is not my forte. Just here to say sorry,” Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, said in a video statement posted on his social media handles.

Allahbadia has been mercilessly trolled for his distasteful comment on parents and sex on Samay Raina’s “India’s Got Latent” show.

“Many of you asked if this is how I wish to use my platform. Obviously, this is not how I wish to use my platform. I am not going to give any context, justification or reasoning behind whatever happened. I am just here for an apology. I, personally, had a lapse in judgement. It wasn’t cool on my part.”

His podcast is watched by people of all ages and he doesn’t want to be the kind of person that takes that responsibility lightly, the influencer said.

Source : https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment/beerbiceps-in-freefall-ranveer-allahbadia-loses-2-million-subscribers-after-india-got-latent-controversy

Saif Ali Khan Attack: Kareena Kapoor screaming for help to quick recovery, 10 truths revealed by actor about horrifying night in 1st interview

Picture Courtesy: Saif Ali Khan Fan Page

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has finally broken his silence after the shocking stabbing attack at his Bandra residence. Addressing the incident for the first time, the actor expressed gratitude for the support he received and assured fans of his recovery. Authorities continue investigating the terrifying assault. In a recent interview with the Times of India, the actor broke the silence and shared chilling details from January 16, 2025.

10 shocking truths revealed by Saif Ali Khan himself from the horrifying stabbing incident night

1. How Saif Ali Khan Found Out About the Intruder

Saif Ali Khan recalled that Kareena Kapoor Khan had gone out for dinner while he stayed home due to work commitments. When she returned, they chatted briefly before going to sleep. A while later, their househelp rushed in, alarming them about an intruder in Jeh Ali Khan’s room wielding a knife and demanding money.

Around 2 AM, Saif confronted the masked man, who was armed with two knives. A struggle ensued, during which Saif sustained injuries while trying to defend himself.

2. Househelp Geeta Helped and Shoved the Intruder Away from the Actor

Khan recalled that at that moment, he was desperately hoping for someone to pull the intruder off him. His househelp, Geeta, intervened, managing to shove the attacker away. Both he and Geeta quickly rolled away and shut the door.

By then, he was covered in blood and had lost some feeling in his right leg. Unaware that he had been nicked in the spine, he initially thought he had been stabbed in the leg.

3. Kareena Kapoor Khan Screamed for Help

Saif recalled that Kareena was screaming, instructing househelp to get Jeh to safety. She feared that the intruder might still be nearby or that there could be more attackers.

In a state of panic, Kareena was shouting for a rickshaw or cab. As Saif began feeling pain in his back, she decided he should go to the hospital while she took Jeh to her sister’s house.

4. Taimur and the Househelp Took Saif to the Hospital

The Hum Tum actor shared that his elder son Taimur Ali Khan remained completely composed during the situation. Tim insisted on accompanying him, which gave Saif a sense of comfort in that critical moment. He believed Kareena sent Taimur knowing the support he would provide.

Looking back, Saif felt it was the right decision, as he didn’t want to go alone. He also admitted that if anything were to happen, he wanted Taimur by his side.

Along with their staff member, Hari, they took a rickshaw to Lilavati Hospital. The rickshaw driver, noticing the blood, realized something was wrong but remained respectful, possibly because of Taimur’s presence.

5. The Surgery Lasted Six Hours 

Saif revealed that upon reaching the hospital, doctors immediately assessed his injuries. While his hands and neck had multiple slashes, they were most concerned about his back. An MRI was conducted, and a crucial decision was made to call a spinal neurosurgeon.

Dr. Nitin Dange, who had just gone to bed around 2 AM, was urgently contacted and rushed to the hospital. The surgery was extensive, lasting six hours, with the spinal procedure alone taking 2.5 hours.

6. Saif Ali Khan on the Absence of a Driver at 3 AM

Addressing social media questions about why such a wealthy family didn’t have a driver present at night, he clarified that their drivers don’t stay overnight unless specifically needed. He explained that while some staff members stay in the house, drivers typically go home.

Saif admitted that he would have driven himself if he had found the car keys but, in hindsight, was relieved he didn’t, as moving his injured back could have worsened his condition.

When asked why he didn’t call a driver at 3 AM, he pointed out that waiting for one to arrive would have taken time, and he needed urgent medical attention.

7. Actor’s Response to Trolls Questioning His Quick Recovery

Saif Ali Khan acknowledged that an incident like this would naturally evoke a range of reactions. He expected skepticism, ridicule, and even disbelief, but he viewed it as part of what makes the world diverse and interesting.

In his opinion, if everyone reacted with only sympathy, it would feel monotonous. Since he anticipated such responses, he saw no need to engage with them.

8. Saif on How Kareena and the Kids Are Coping After the Stabbing Incident

Saif shared that his children were doing well after the incident. Jeh, in his innocent way, gifted him a plastic sword and advised him to keep it by his bed in case the thief returned. He proudly stated, “Geeta saved Abba, and Abba saved me.”

Saif mentioned that Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan were deeply emotional about the incident, with Ibrahim being more expressive than usual.

Regarding Kareena, Saif praised her strength, saying she was holding up very well. However, she was naturally shaken and deeply concerned about security, ensuring such an incident never happens again.

9. Does Living in Mumbai Feel Unsafe to the Actor Now?

Saif stated that he has never believed in having personal security and does not feel the need for bodyguards. Responding to questions about why he doesn’t have more security, he reiterated that he never wanted to walk around with guards, as it would feel like a burden.

Saif praised the Mumbai Police for their swift response and emphasized that he still feels completely safe in the city.

10. The Walk Back to Normalcy

Saif Ali Khan described his survival as something beyond comprehension, calling it an incredible stroke of luck.

Source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/saif-ali-khan-attack-kareena-kapoor-screaming-for-help-to-quick-recovery-10-truths-revealed-by-actor-about-horrifying-night-in-1st-interview-1371662

 

Taimur asked Saif Ali Khan ‘are you going to die’ minutes after attack; actor reveals why he accompanied him to hospital

Saif Ali Khan with his son, Taimur.

Saif Ali Khan has broken his silence on the attack he faced at his house last month. Saif was attacked by an intruder at his Mumbai home on January 16 and suffered six knife wounds. The actor was hospitalised, needed surgeries, but has now resumed work. In his first interview since the ordeal, Saif told Delhi Times his son Taimur’s first reaction to the attack.

Saif Ali Khan on Taimur’ reaction

Saif recalled that after he suffered wounds while battling the attacker, his kurta was covered in blood. The family, including Saif’s wife Kareena and sons Taimur and Jeh, went downstairs and tried to look for an auto or a cab to get to the hospital. “I said, I kind of feel some pain. There’s something wrong with my back. She said – you go to the hospital and I’ll go to my sister’s house. She was making calls frantically – but nobody was up. And we looked at each other, and I said, ‘I’m fine. I’m not going to die.’ And Taimur also asked me – ‘Are you going to die?’ I said, ‘No.’”

Early reports had claimed that it was Saif’s older son Ibrahim who had accompanied him to the hospital. Later, doctors at the Lilavati Hospital revealed it was Taimur. Addressing why the 8-year-old went with him, Saif added, “He was absolutely composed. He was fine. He said, ‘I’m coming with you.’ And I thought, if something happens… I was getting a lot of comfort just from looking at him at that time. And I didn’t want to go alone. My wife sent him knowing what he would do for me. Maybe it wasn’t… at the moment, it was the right thing to do. I felt good about it. And I also thought, if God forbid, something happens, I’d like for him to be there. And he wanted to be there also. So, we went – him, me and Hari – in the rickshaw.”

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/taimur-asked-saif-ali-khan-are-you-going-to-die-minutes-after-attack-actor-reveals-why-he-accompanied-him-to-hospital-101739153345193.html

 

Queen Is Here! Deepika Padukone Drops Jaw-Dropping Pictures As She Won Over Us As Sabyasachi’s Ultimate Muse With Iconic Look

Well, The Deepika Padukone Was Missed! She recently made her first professional appearance at Sabyasachi’s show as she opened the night with a jaw dropping look. A surprise to the fans, the stunning look was loved and will be talked about for the years to come as one more iconic visual added to her appearances. Now, the queen has dropped the pictures up-close and that is a slay!

The visual of Sabyasachi and Deepika together showcased two giants who are instrumental in shaping the rise of India in global luxury and high fashion space. Being the ultimate muse to Sabyasachi for his 25th anniversary show, Deepika marked her first appearance post embracing motherhood as opened the show for the designer and slayed in a monochromatic white pant, top & trench ensemble with opulent layered necklaces including a choker and a cross-pendant in rubies and diamonds by the couturier. A stack of bracelets in similar gems sat on top of black leather gloves, and a headband finished the look. A winner for all times and Deepika never ceases to surprise us.

Fans were quick to show their excitement and called her, “The ultimate queen”, “MOTHER”, “mother is mothering”, “truly the queen”.

Source : https://www.spotboye.com/bollywood/news/queen-is-here-deepika-padukone-drops-jaw-dropping-pictures-as-she-won-over-us-as-sabyasachi-s-ultimate-muse-with-iconic-look/67a5c8b5e4cc4f51c1985841

 

Tahira Kashyap’s parents refused to talk to her for posting bald photo amid cancer battle: ‘They thought I have lost it’

Tahira Kashyap was diagnosed with cancer in 2018.

Author-turned-filmmaker Tahira Kashyap has been open about her battle with breast cancer. The director and wife of actor Ayushmann Khurrana used to share regular updates about her cancer battle on her Instagram. However, one of those updates fell foul of her parents, Tahira recently revealed.

Tahira Kashyap on her parents’ reaction

In a new interview with Filmfare, Tahira revealed that when she lost her hair due to chemotherapy and posted a picture online flaunting that look, her parents got upset. She recalled, “My parents got really upset with me when I put my bald picture of myself (after the cancer diagnosis). A bald look for a woman is synonymous for a disaster somehow, so they refused to talk to me and were forcing me to take it down. But I said, ‘I am not doing that. I am celebrating right now, which you need to understand.’ They actually thought I have lost it. They were like how can you celebrate physical illness?”

Tahira said that when her parents refused to speak to her, she called them on video and tried to convince them that she was okay. “I didn’t know how to make my parents speak to me, so I video-called my mother and showed myself to her. I said, ‘Look at me, this is how I look right now and I am loving it.’ I was also wearing goggles and she sort of laughed and smiled. Then I told her this is how life is: I am happy, and you need to be happy for me. They were still clueless about ‘feeling happy’,” said Tahira.

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/tahira-kashyaps-parents-refused-to-talk-to-her-for-posting-bald-photo-amid-cancer-battle-they-thought-i-have-lost-it-101739073101995.html

 

Sanjay Leela Bhansali Productions Marks The Re-Release Of Padmaavat—A Timeless Spectacle Returns To Theatres

Seven years ago, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmaavat set a new benchmark for cinematic grandeur, bringing history to life with breathtaking visuals, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable performances. Today, the magnum opus returns to the big screen, giving audiences another chance to witness its magic.

To commemorate the re-release, Sanjay Leela Bhansali Productions took to social media, celebrating the film’s enduring legacy and the impact it continues to have on Indian cinema.

Upon its initial release in 2018, Padmaavat amassed an impressive ₹571.98 crore at the box office, becoming the second-highest-grossing film of the year. Every frame of the film— from its stunning opening to its emotionally charged climax—was a visual masterpiece. The film’s larger-than-life storytelling, meticulous attention to detail, and grand scale captivated audiences worldwide.

Source : https://www.spotboye.com/bollywood/news/sanjay-leela-bhansali-productions-marks-the-re-release-of-padmaavat-a-timeless-spectacle-returns-to-theatres/67a490bbe4cc4f51c19857c6

Kim Kardashian ‘staying far away’ from Kanye West after his latest ‘disturbing’ social media rant

Kim Kardashian thinks ex-husband Kanye West’s latest social media rant is “disturbing,” a source exclusively tells Page Six.

The SKIMS founder “is staying far away from Kanye at this point and wants nothing to do with his drama.”

West, 47, admitted to having “dominion over [his] wife,” Bianca Censori, 30, in an unhinged, all-caps rant via X Friday morning.

Kim Kardashian thinks ex-husband Kanye West’s latest social media rant is “disturbing,” a source exclusively tells Page Six.
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After writing that their relationship isn’t “no woke as[s] feminist s–t,” the Yeezy founder noted, “She’s with a billionaire why would she listen to any of you dumb ass broke bitches.”

“Kim hasn’t read all the messages Kanye posted because it’s not worth her time and energy,” the insider says.

According to our source, the “Kardashians” star, 44, “hasn’t reached out to Kanye at all.”

Reps for Kardashian and West did not immediately respond to Page Six’s requests for comment.

The “Runaway” rapper took to social media and addressed speculation over whether it was Censori’s decision to drop her coat on the Grammys red carpet Sunday and pose for photos in a completely see-through dress.

He wrote, “Yes I don’t make her do nothing she doesn’t want to but she definitely wouldn’t have been able to do it without my approval you stupid woke ass pawns.”

Kardashian and West — who tied the knot in Florence, Italy, in May 2014 — finalized their divorce in November 2022 after the reality star filed to end their marriage the previous February. The exes share four children.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/07/celebrity-news/kim-kardashian-staying-far-away-from-kanye-west-after-his-latest-disturbing-social-media-rant/

Priyanka Chopra Takes Over Stage With Bhabhi Neelam; Nick Jonas Joins Groom’s Squad For Sangeet Performance

Priyanka Chopra Takes Over Stage With Bhabhi Neelam; Nick Jonas Joins Groom’s Squad For Sangeet Performance (Credit: Instagram)
Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas added chaar chaand at the sangeet ceremony of the Bollywood actress’s brother Siddharth Chopra and fiance Neelam Upadhyaya. Numerous clips from the event are making rounds on the internet and we can’t get enough of it.

Nick Jonas, Priyanka dance at sangeet ceremony

In one of the videos, we can see our Desi Girl dancing her heart out with Bhabhi Neelam to iconic Bollywood songs—Balle Balle Je Soniya De Rang Dekh Lo and Gustakh Dil Tere Liye—along with their girl gang at the event. Besides them, our National Jiju Nick joined the boy gang and grooved to the Billo Rani song, and the video is unmissable.

At the event, Priyanka and Nick also posed for photos with Nick’s parents, Kevin and Denise Jonas. For the event, the couple wore matching navy blue outfits. Priyanka opted for a blue lehenga, while Nick chose a sherwani and matching pants. She added sparkle to her look with a diamond necklace, bracelet, and rings.

Nick, who missed his brother-in-law Siddharth’s earlier wedding celebrations, arrived in India on Thursday to join the festivities.

Siddharth-Neelam pre-wedding rituals

Priyanka is enjoying her brother’s pre-wedding celebrations in Mumbai. She was seen dancing and celebrating at the mehendi and haldi functions. For the mehendi, Priyanka dolled up in an ivory dress with a sleeveless corset-style choli and a lehenga skirt.
Priyanka’s in-laws were also there. Kevin wore a traditional sherwani, and Denise wore a beautiful coral saree. Priyanka’s brother, Siddharth, also wore a sherwani and posed for pictures with his cousins. Priyanka shared pictures of the haldi ceremony, where she danced and had fun with her family.

 

Arrest Warrant Issued Against Sonu Sood In ₹10 Lakh Fraud Case In Ludhiana

Sonu Sood |

Bollywood actor Sonu Sood, also hailed as the ‘messiah of the helpless’, found himself at the receiving end of a legal notice after his name cropped up during the investigation in a Rs 10 lakh fraud case. An arrest warrant has now been issued against him in Ludhiana in the fraud case.

According to reports, the case has been filed by Ludhiana-based lawyer Rajesh Khanna primarily against one Mohit Shukla, and he claimed that the latter lured him to invest in a fake Rajika coin.

While Sonu’s role in the fraud is yet to be ascertained, according to ANI, he was summoned to testify in court, but he failed to appear. An arrest was then issued against the actor for not adhering to the court’s summons.

“Sonu Sood, has been duly served with summon(s) or warrant(s) but he/she has failed to attend (absconds and keeps out of the way for the purpose of avoiding service of a summon(s) or warrant(s)). You are hereby ordered to arrest and bring the said Sonu Sood before the Court…” the arrest warrant read.

Sonu and his team are yet to release an official statement on the fiasco.

On the work front, Sonu was last seen in the film, Fateh, which also featured Jacqueline Fernandez. The film marked his debut as a director, and is also starred veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah and Vijay Raaz in key roles.

Source : https://www.freepressjournal.in/entertainment/arrest-warrant-issued-against-sonu-sood-in-10-lakh-fraud-case-in-ludhiana

‘Difficult’ Meghan Markle given brutal nickname by palace employees sick of her demanding behavior: royal staffers

Duchess of Sussex? More like Duchess of Difficult.

Meghan Markle was allegedly nicknamed the “Duchess of Difficult” “for a while,” British journalist Tom Quinn wrote for The London Times on Thursday.

“She could be difficult because she was finding life difficult — trying to feel her way and work out the intricacies of a positively medieval, labyrinthine system,” an anonymous palace staff member reportedly told him.

For example, the former actress reportedly couldn’t understand why King Charles III “was so formal” with his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Meghan Markle was nicknamed “Duchess of Difficult” by some palace staff members.
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“She once said, ‘But they’re mother and son — why are they so completely stiff with each other?’”

Despite the cruel nickname, the insider pointed out that she was also called “Mystic Meg” because she was viewed as “so new agey, so woke, about so many things.”

The source furthered that another issue she had while living as an active member of the royal family from 2018 to 2020 was with “the servants.”

“Through absolutely no fault of her own, Meghan wasn’t always great with her staff — she just wasn’t used to it as Harry was,” they defended, explaining that “one minute she would be really friendly, perhaps overfriendly, hugging staff and trying to make friends with them, and the next she would be irritated by the fact they wouldn’t respond instantly at all times of the day and night.”

Per Quinn, Markle was also viewed as “someone who wanted to get things done and change the status quo.”

For Quinn’s book, “Yes Ma’am: The Secret Life of Royal Servants,” one of Markle’s former staff members recalled her early awkward meetings at Kensington Palace.

“It was extraordinary because she was so confident that you could see she wanted to run the meeting rather than learn about the royal family through the meeting,” the former staffer said.

“I think this was typical of what happened throughout her time at Kensington Palace and then Windsor. She was a great believer in grabbing the bull by the horns — except the royal family is not really a bull.”

Despite her nicknames and alleged attitude, Quinn reported that not all of the staff were anti-Markle.

Many of the ordinary staff liked the fact that she was “very straightforward and matter-of-fact” as a former member of the Kensington Palace communications team described her.

However, the old guard “really had it in for Meghan and, to be fair to her, she really stood up to them.”

The source added, “But, of course, if you make waves in the royal family, the senior royals will always back the courtiers, because in many cases the senior royals have been friends with the courtiers since childhood.”

A spokesperson for the duchess did not reply for comment.

After Markle and Harry quit their royal duties and moved to California in 2020, the “Suits” actress was accused of bullying staff members, something she has vehemently denied.

In his scathing piece, Quinn also reported that Prince William felt particularly “uncomfortable” with Markle because she was too affectionate.

Despite initially getting along, tensions reportedly began to rise due to her “warm, friendly, hug-everyone approach,” which caused William and even Charles to “flinch” at times.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/06/royal-family/meghan-markle-was-allegedly-dubbed-duchess-of-difficult-by-staffers/

Irv Gotti, Murder Inc. founder, dead at age 54: report

Irv Gotti died Wednesday, according to the Hollywood Reporter and a source close to the music producer. He was 54.

The Murder Inc. founder’s cause of death has not yet been confirmed.

Reps for Gotti weren’t immediately available to Page Six for comment.

Irv Gotti has died. He was 54.
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The music mogul’s death comes several months after he reportedly suffered a stroke and was admitted to a recovery center, Wack100 shared in August 2024, per TMZ.

The talent manager, 47, also claimed to have received a photo of Gotti using a cane, noting that he had “lost a lot of weight.”

Gott’s rep, however, clarified to the outlet that his client had “been struggling with diabetes for years, which caused him to have a minor stroke over six months ago.

“He has since changed his diet to eating more healthy.”

Gotti’s rep added, “He’s been successful in making a full recovery. Irv is not in a rehab facility. He is at home with his family, enjoying life.”

Gotti — born Irving Domingo Lorenzo Jr. — previously discussed his health struggles during an appearance on the “Drink Champs” podcast in August 2023.

The record producer, who helped turn Ja Rule and Ashanti into superstars in the early 2000s, shared that diabetes started “deteriorating” his body and he didn’t have his condition under control despite having it “forever.”

“It’s hereditary,” he said about his illness, admitting he also wasn’t consistent with taking his insulin.

Throughout his career, Gotti produced multiple hits with Ja Rule, Ashanti, DMX and Jennifer Lopez, including “Always On Time,” “I’m Real,” “Ain’t It Funny,” “Foolish,” “Rain on Me” and “Mesmerize.”

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/05/celebrity-news/irv-gotti-murder-inc-founder-dead-at-age-54-report/

International audience reacts to Allu Arjun’s action scene from Pushpa 2: ‘Marvel has been lacking this creativity’

Allu Arjun’s still from Pushpa 2 The Rule.

Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule created a frenzy among Indian audiences, and now that the film has been released on OTT, even international fans and film enthusiasts have taken to social media to share their views on its action sequences. While some praised the high-octane scenes, others mocked them and called them ‘fake’.

US audience praise Pushpa 2 action scene

On Tuesday, an X user (formerly Twitter) shared an action scene from Pushpa 2: The Rule, in which Allu Arjun, clad in a saree, takes down goons with sheer force. The US audience had mixed reactions to the sequence.

Praising the scene, one fan wrote, “You know… I don’t mind the bad physics if it looks this cool. Great scene!” Another commented, “Damn, Hollywood could never!” A third added, “Better than some modern US movies.” One user even quipped, “Marvel has been lacking this creativity. They have the budget.”

Criticism

However, not everyone was impressed. Some poked fun at the exaggerated action, with one user joking, “How does he fly so high without wings?” Another commented, “Is he a superhero or something?” A different user remarked, “Reminds me of kung fu movies where physics take a vacation.” Another quipped, “They have perfected live-action anime!” Some even dismissed it outright, with one stating, “This looks so fake.”

The much-talked-about Jathara sequence, in which Allu Arjun wears a saree, performs a powerful dance, and then fights off attackers, set the big screens on fire in India. Fans called it the highlight of the film.

Source : https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/telugu-cinema/international-audience-reacts-to-allu-arjun-action-scene-pushpa-2-the-rule-marvel-lacking-creativity-101738647809385.html

 

Chitrangda Singh returns to an ‘unexplored genre’ with ‘Khakee: The Bengal Chapter’

Chitrangda Singh.Credit: Special Arrangeme

The audience will see a different avatar of Chitrangda Singh in one of the most intriguing series of the year, Khakee: The Bengal Chapter. The official announcement of the project was made during Netflix’s Slate event in Mumbai. Helmed by Neeraj Pandey, the gripping crime thriller also stars Jeet, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, Parambrata Chattopadhyay and Pooja Chopra in key roles.

Opening up about her role, the experience of working with Neeraj Pandey and why this project feels like a homecoming, Chitrangda said, “This is the first time I’m doing a web series. It’s my OTT debut, and that too on Netflix—so it’s pretty huge. The fact that I get to work with Neeraj Pandey is incredible, and considering how Khakee: The Bihar Chapter became a massive success, being part of Khakee: The Bengal Chapter feels surreal.”

“I haven’t done a genre like this in a long time, so it feels like going back to my first film in many ways. This story explores the murky underbelly of Calcutta’s political landscape, and the narrative is packed with intrigue. My character is deeply human, flawed, and complex—I loved playing her, and I’m thrilled to step into the OTT space finally,” added Chitrangda.

Known for her impeccable acting and remarkable role choices, Chitrangda has always impressed audiences with her powerful performances. With every character she portrays, she brings strength and depth and in Khakee: The Bengal Chapter, she continues to make a lasting impressio.

SOURCE : https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/chitrangda-singh-returns-to-an-unexplored-genre-with-khakee-the-bengal-chapter-3388436

Grammys producer reacts to Bianca Censori’s wild fashion stunt with Kanye West: ‘Have to adhere to standards’

Raj Kapoor, the executive producer of the 2025 Grammys, said there are “standards” at the awards show — and Bianca Censori and Kanye West surely didn’t meet them.

On Tuesday, Kapoor told People that guests are meant to follow an “artistic black-tie” dress code, adding, “but in the music industry, I guess that’s up for interpretation.”

Kapoor said there are different “standards” for attendees based on their relation to the show — West, 47, was notably nominated for best rap song but did not perform.

“Obviously there is a dress code for anybody actually performing on the show that we have to adhere to standards and practices,” he told the outlet. “But as far as people attending and nominees attending, that would be something the [Recording] Academy would have to answer.”

Producer Raj Kapoor reacted to Bianca Censori and Kanye West’s risqué stunt at the 2025 Grammys.
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While the Academy has not publicly shared their exact wardrobe rules, CBS issued a “wardrobe advisory” in 2013 stating that “buttocks and female breasts” should be “adequately covered” at the event.

In the statement, obtained by Deadline, they asked that “all talent appearing on camera” — including “audience members” — “please adhere to Network policy concerning wardrobe.”

They asked guests to avoid “sheer” or “see-through” clothing that “could possibly expose female breast nipples” and the exposure of “bare fleshy under curves of the buttock and buttock crack.”

They also required that the “genital region is adequately covered so that there is no visible ‘puffy’ bare skin exposure.”

However, Censori’s barely-there outfit broke nearly all the “rules.”

The former Yeezy architect, 30, walked the red carpet in a completely see-through minidress seemingly crafted from sheer stockings. Censori left very little to the imagination in the daring design, opting to forgo any undergarments.

While she arrived in a black fur coat, she quickly removed the garment after West allegedly told her to start “making a scene,” according to a lip reader.

“Drop it behind you and then turn, I got you,” he allegedly said, to which she replied, “All right, let’s go.”

We’re told the couple was attempting to recreate the rapper’s “Vultures 1” album cover — in which Censori posed topless in nothing but thigh-high boots and a small piece of fabric on her backside.

However, the couple left after walking the red carpet and did not attend the actual awards ceremony, instead celebrating at a private afterparty.

Source : https://pagesix.com/2025/02/04/entertainment/grammys-producer-reacts-to-bianca-censoris-wild-fashion-stunt-with-kanye-west/

Shah Rukh Khan And His Family Make Heads Turn With Their Stylish Looks At Netflix’s Event

At a recent event in Mumbai, Shah Rukh Khan and his family served major looks and made fashion statements. The actor was joined by Aryan Khan, Suhana Khan, and Gauri Khan.

The family opted for classic shades of browns, blacks, and greys for the event.

It was a star-studded evening in Mumbai last night. Celebrities had gathered under one roof for Netflix’s grand Next On Netflix India event where the OTT giant revealed its slate of movies and shows for the year. The event was one of the most anticipated events in the industry as Shah Rukh Khan took centre stage and introduced his son’s – Aryan Khan – directorial debut: The BA***DS OF BOLLYWOOD. The actor was joined by his family and they made a grand fashion statement.

Let’s decode what the Khan family wore for this special event.

Shah Rukh Khan stole the limelight in his all-black ensemble. The actor opted for a black silk shirt which was adorned with abstract designs all over. He left the top buttons open and paired the shirt with tailored pants. He finished his look with a pair of sleek black dress shoes. He didn’t shy away from accessories and went with a stack of bracelets on his wrists and a statement pendant on his neck. He styled his hair in a slick-back fashion and won hearts.

Gauri Khan complemented her husband in an all-black ensemble as well. The interior designer and producer opted for a black statement top. The top came with a demure V-neck and three-fourth sleeves. The ends of the sleeves had a black floral design which added to the drama. She balanced the top with a pair of black pants and a belt. She finished her look with diamond jewellery and nude pointed-toe heels.

Aryan Khan took the casual yet stylish route with his ensemble. He donned a brown bomber jacket which he had worn over a classic black t-shirt. He paired the jacket and the t-shirt with a pair of black pants. He tucked his pants in his high-top sneakers and exuded a charming flair. Like his dad, he also opted for a statement neckpiece.

Source : https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/shah-rukh-khan-and-his-family-make-heads-turn-with-their-stylish-looks-at-netflixs-event-9213640.html

Jewel Thief Teaser: Saif Ali Khan And Jaideep Ahlawat’s Run For Rs 500 Crore African Red Sun

Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat in a film still

Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat will be sharing screen space for the first time in the Netflix original Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins. The teaser of the film was unveiled in Mumabi last night.

The teaser is replete with a whole lot of swag, style, action and an elusive diamond, valued at Rs 500 crore. The teaser shows Jaideep Ahlawat hiring a sophisticated and suave thief, played by Saif Ali Khan, to steal the world’s most expensive diamond – the African Red Sun, which is valued at Rs 500 crore.

Saif Ali Khan can be seen taking up several disguises in order to plot a successful heist. Everything seems to be fine until twists, and unexpected alliances unfold in this high-stakes race, making it a deadly game of deception and betrayal.

The film marks Siddharth Anand’s debut on the streaming giant. He is known for directing films like War, Pathaan and Fighter.

About collaborating with Netflix and stepping into the world of OTTs, Siddharth and Mamta Anand said, “We at Marflix are thrilled to make our streaming debut with Netflix through The Jewel Thief. This film has been a labor of love, combining action, suspense, and intrigue to craft an edge-of-the-seat cinematic experience.”

Source : https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/jewel-thief-teaser-saif-ali-khan-and-jaideep-ahlawats-run-for-rs-500-crore-african-red-sun-7629582

Indian-American musician and entrepreneur Chandrika Tandon wins Grammy

“It feels amazing,” said the musician, who grew up in Chennai, in a backstage interview with the Recording Academy after winning the Grammy.

Chandrika Tandon Credit: LinkedIn

New Delhi: Indian-American vocalist and entrepreneur Chandrika Tandon has won the Grammy award for the album Triveni in the Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album category.

The 67th edition of the biggest musical awards night, organised by the Recording Academy, was held on Sunday at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

Tandon, also a global business leader and the older sister of former CEO of PepsiCo Indra Nooyi, won the award along with her collaborators South African flautist Wouter Kellerman and Japanese cellist Eru Matsumoto.

“It feels amazing,” said the musician, who grew up in Chennai, in a backstage interview with the Recording Academy after winning the Grammy.

Source: https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/indian-american-musician-and-entrepreneur-chandrika-tandon-wins-grammy-3386159

Sonam Kapoor Breaks Down At Ramp Remembering Late Fashion Designer Rohit Bal

Sonam Kapoor Breaks Down At Ramp Remembering Late Fashion Designer Rohit Bal

The legendary fashion designer passed away on November 1 last year. Sonam Kapoor, Ananya Panday, Kareena Kapoor, and many more celebs took to social media to mourn the death of the celebrated designer.
Today, as Sonam walked the ramp, she remembered her friend and late fashion designer and broke down. The videos and pictures from the fashion show of Sonam breaking down are going viral on social media.

Sonam Kapoor remembers Rohit Bal

As the actress walked the ramp in an off-white ensemble, she broke down remembering Rohit Bal. Sonam was styled in Rohit’s outfits at many occasions, weddings, she has also walked multiple times for him.
Sharing the video on Instagram, photojournalist Pallav Paliwal wrote in the caption, “Bursting in Tears @sonamkapoor remembering legendary Rohit Bal You will forever live in our hearts Rohit Bal” Fans dropped hearteye and crying emoticons in the comment section.

On November 1, taking to Instagram stories, Sonam Kapoor recalled all the times she had worked with the famed fashion designer as she mourned his demise. Not only did the B-town diva dropped a bunch of pics with Rohit Bal, but she also penned a heartfelt note for her friend and favourite designer.
“Dear Gudda, I hear about your passing on my way to celebrate Diwali in your gorgeous creation that you generously lent to me for the second time. I’ve been blessed to have known you and worn you and walked for you multiple times. I hope you’re at peace. Always your biggest fan. @rohitbalofficial,” she wrote.

Source : https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/sonam-kapoor-breaks-down-at-ramp-remembering-late-fashion-designer-rohit-bal-article-117842099

Udit Narayan Reacts To Kissing Female Fans, Shashi Kapoor’s Grandson Zahan Recalls Amitabh Bachchan’s Visit

Udit Narayan Reacts To Kissing Female Fans, Shashi Kapoor’s Grandson Zahan Recalls Amitabh Bachchan’s Visit

Singer Udit Narayan has been facing massive backlash online ever since a video went viral of him kissing female fans at a live concert. Reacting to the controversy, the singer told Hindustan Times, “Fans itne deewane hote hain na. Hum log aise nahi hain, hum decent log hain. Some people encourage this and show their love through this. Udaake kya karna hai ab iss cheez ko? There are so many people in the crowd, and we have bodyguards present too. But fans think they are getting a chance to meet, so someone extends their hands for a handshake, some kiss the hands… yeh sab deewangi hoti hai. Uspe itna dhyaan nahi dena chahiye.”

In a recent chat with Bollywood Hungama, Zahan Kapoor opened up about his childhood memories with his grandfather Shashi Kapoor. Zahan said he didn’t realize as a child that his grandfather was a superstar. He said, “It’s so funny and I really consider that a blessing. I did not know. I remember there was a time when I was young and I had no idea; one day I came home and I think Amitabh Bachchan sir was at home. I remember he was clean-shaven at the time, so it was ’90s and I remember coming in and being like ‘hain’. I didn’t understand it also at the time. Dadaji said, ‘Namaste karo’ and then, ‘Haan, theek hai, jao.'”

Ashneer Grover, who appeared as a guest on Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss 18 in November 2024, has hit back at the superstar for grilling him on the show. A viral video shows Ashneer saying, “Faltu ka panga leke apna competition khada kiya usne. Main toh shanti se gaya tha jab mereko bulaya. Ab drama create karna ke liye aap kisiko bol do, arey main toh aapse mila hi nahi. I don’t even know your name. Abey naam nahi jaanta toh bulaaya kyun tha? (He created unnecessary competition by picking a fight. I had gone peacefully when I was called. And now, to create drama, he’s telling everyone, ‘Oh, I never even met you. I don’t even know your name.’ If you didn’t know my name, then why did you call me?).”

Ankita Lokhande and her husband, Vicky Jain, recently appeared on Elvish Yadav’s podcast when they talked about groupism in Bollywood. During their conversation, the YouTuber and Bigg Boss OTT 2 winner asked if the film industry is biased towards some people. Ankita explained that even though people aren’t biased, they prefer working with those they already know. Elvish interrupted her in between and took a dig at Karan Johar. “Karan Johar ko aisa mat bolo,” he said. However, as soon as Elvish took KJo’s name, Ankita quickly replied, “Everyone is like that, not just Karan. I think everyone has their own group.”

Source : https://www.news18.com/movies/udit-narayan-reacts-to-kissing-female-fans-shashi-kapoors-grandson-zahan-recalls-amitabh-bachchans-visit-9211393.html

Neha Dhupia Faints On The Sets Of Roadies, Continues Shooting Moments After To Wrap Up The Shoot On Time !

Neha Dhupia Faints On The Sets Of Roadies, Continues Shooting Moments After To Wrap Up The Shoot On Time !

Actress Neha Dhupia, known for her fierce spirit and dedication, recently gave her fans a scare when she fainted on the sets of the new season of Roadies. The actress had been juggling a packed schedule, traveling across cities and small towns for the Roadies auditions while being away from her home and kids for over a month.

The incident, which was featured in a promo, saw Neha feeling dizzy and fainting on the sets. However, the ever-determined actress has reassured everyone that she is fit, fine, and ready to continue her journey as a leader on Roadies.

Speaking about the incident, Neha shared, “It was a minor health scare, but I’m back on my feet, motivated, and enthusiastic as ever. Roadies have always been about pushing limits, and this journey inspires me to overcome every hurdle. Nothing is going to stop me.”

A source from the production added, “Neha’s dedication is truly remarkable. Despite her hectic schedule and health challenges, she actively fulfilled her duties as a leader and gave her all to the auditions. From bustling cities to remote small towns, she was completely invested in finding the best talent for the show.”

Source: https://www.spotboye.com/trending/trending-news/neha-dhupia-faints-on-the-sets-of-roadies-continues-shooting-moments-after-to-wrap-up-the-shoot-on-time/679c6f30e4cc4f51c1985620

Urfi Javed Faces Instagram Suspension – Actress Reveals the Incident with a Screenshot!

Urfi Javed, renowned for her bold fashion choices and outspoken demeanor, has encountered a recent development as her Instagram account underwent suspension. The actress promptly shared the noteworthy moment by posting a screenshot on her Instagram Story.

Known for making headlines on social media platforms, Urfi Javed has once again stirred attention. However, this time, it’s not due to her fashion choices or outspoken statements but rather concerning her Instagram account.

Urfi Javed took to social media to share a screenshot, alerting her followers about the suspension of her Instagram account. The news rapidly circulated as netizens shared the screenshot, revealing the unexpected turn of events.

Urfi herself shared the screenshot, providing a glimpse into the message conveying the suspension of her account. Despite the suspension, Urfi’s Instagram account remained visible, indicating a swift recovery on her part.

Meta, in the suspension advisory shared by Urfi, cited a violation of community guidelines as the reason for the Instagram suspension.

It’s worth noting that Urfi Javed’s captivating photos and videos frequently go viral on various social media platforms. While some admire her distinctive fashion sense, Urfi is not immune to online trolling.

The actress has faced serious threats in the past, ranging from discussions of harm to explicit comments. Despite encountering such challenges, Urfi remains undeterred and often shuts down detractors with her candid and bold responses.

Shakti Kapoor’s son, Siddhanth Kapoor, To Be Transferred To Judicial Detention; Officials Say ‘It Has Been Proven, He Used Drugs’

The Bengaluru Police confirmed that Siddhant Kapoor was among the six people, allegedly found to have consumed drugs

Shakti Kapoor’s son and Shraddha Kapoor’s brother, Siddhanth Kapoor was caught in a massive controversy after he was detained along with four others following a rave party in the Bengaluru hotel. As per the reports, the rave party was being held at a fancy hotel on MG Road on Sunday night when a police team stormed the location.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Bheemashankar S Guled was quoted by PTI saying, “It has been proven that Siddhanth Kapoor, the son of Bollywood actress Shakti Kapoor, used drugs. In the blood test report, he tested positive for narcotics. As a result, he was taken to the Ulsoor police station”
He further added, “We will transfer him to judicial detention.”
The Bengaluru Police confirmed that Siddhant Kapoor was among the six people, allegedly found to have consumed drugs.

‘My dad is 56’: Suhana can’t get over Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan look, see Gauri’s reaction

Shah Rukh Khan left one and all drooling over his Pathaan look. The actor, who is shooting in Spain for the upcoming film, took to Instagram to treat his fans with the first proper look of his character. Besides netizens and celebs, Suhana Khan and Gauri Khan’s reactions are worth checking out.
Shah Rukh Khan took the internet by storm with his first Pathaan look. In response to Twitter trending “Thoda Ruk Shah Rukh,” SRK dropped the a photo of his chiselled body and penned, “Shah Rukh agar thoda Rukh bhi gaya toh Pathaan ko kaise rokoge.. Apps aur Abs sab bana dalunga….”
While many celebrities and netizens couldn’t keep calm over SRK’s messy man bun and six-pack abs, his daughter Suhana Khan took to Instagram to react to the look. Sharing the same image on her official account, the 21-year-old star kid wrote, “Uhhh my dad is 56…we are not allowed excuses #pathaan”
SRK’s wife Gauri Khan, too, shared the pic and wrote, “Loving the Pathaan vibe.”
Check out their posts below.

Stars including Varun Dhawan, Ranveer Singh and Armaan Malik dropped fire emojis in the comments section. Many netizens went “speechless” over the look and even wrote, “You decided to kill us.”
Pathaan, which is being directed by Siddharth Anand, also stars Deepika Padukone and John Abraham. The shooting of the film is taking place in Spain. The first teaser of the movie featured an introduction by John and Deepika about the titular role, played by SRK. Though the Dilwale actor’s look was blurred out, he finally shared a proper first look of his character today.
Source: https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/celebrity/my-dad-is-56-not-just-the-internet-even-suhana-khan-cant-get-over-shah-rukh-khans-pathaan-look-see-gauri-khan-reaction-bollywood-news-entertainment-news-article-90463406

Yo Yo Honey Singh Leaves Celebs Impressed With His Drastic Transformation

Yo Yo Honey Singh’s new avatar (Courtesy: yoyohoneysingh)

New Delhi: 

Does Yo Yo Honey Singh need an introduction? We think not. The rapper has a different fanbase altogether. And, now, his latest picture has become the talk of the town. As usual, Honey Singh is looking dapper. But that’s not it. Just look at those biceps. And, his shoulder muscles. The picture was clicked before the rapper went for his show in Hyderabad. Fans have flooded the comment space with fire and red heart emojis. Not just fans, Honey Singh’s industry buddies have also given a shout out to the rapper. Maniesh Paul wrote, “Paaji” and added fire emojis to his comment. Singer Juggy D said, “Yes, bro. Looking good.” Jassi Sidhu came up with a fun reply. “Jatta, stop copying my body now.” Talking about the overall look, he wrote, “Looking [fire emojis].” Director Mozez Singh has expressed himself via fire emojis.

Singer Sukh-E and Simar Kaur followed the suit.  The picture also got singer Jazzy B’s attention. “No pain, no gain,” he said. DJ Goddess called it “beast mode”.

Source: https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/yo-yo-honey-singh-leaves-celebs-impressed-with-his-drastic-transformation-2844554

Arjun Kapoor pens heartwrenching note on mom’s death anniversary: ‘I don’t function like a normal kid’

Ek Villain Returns star Arjun Kapoor penned a heartwrenching note on mother Mona Shourie’s death anniversary. The actor’s mother passed away just before the release of Arjun’s debut film Ishaqzaade in 2012 due to cancer. He shared a throwback childhood pic of him, where the actor is in his mother’s arm and they both are looking up.

You were well portrayed by Ranveer Singh: NZ cricket legend Richard Hadlee to Kapil Dev after watching 83

You were well portrayed by Ranveer Singh: NZ cricket legend Richard Hadlee to Kapil Dev after watching 83.

Ranveer Singh’s cricket drama 83, directed by Kabir Khan, recently released on streaming platforms and seems to have breathed fresh life into the film. The film has been well received and the most recent proof came from former New Zealand cricket legend Richard Hadlee. Upon watching the film, Hadlee penned a heartfelt note to Kapil Dev who shared it on social media.

A part of Hadlee’s note read, “I really enjoyed the movie and reliving the 1983 World Cup. It was a very inspirational movie and story that warmed my heart. It gave me a greater insight into you as a person and how you motivated your team through your words and deeds on the field.”

Hadlee further added, “It was great to see you and Jimmy play an active part in the movie. You were well portrayed by Ranveer Singh. Seeing the games acted out with some real film footage and still camera shots embellished the movie and brought life to the story.”

Sharing the note, Kapil thanked Hadlee for his kind words. “Thank you Richard for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed the film. This message from you has truly been special. @kabirkhankk @ranveersingh.”

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/tv/news-gossip/anupamaa-actress-anagha-bhosale-announces-her-exit-acting-opts-take-spiritual-path-1053925

Ananya Panday & Parineeti Chopra get rid of their heels, wear bathroom slippers with party ensembles

Ananya Panday & Parineeti Chopra get rid of their heels, wear bathroom slippers with party ensembles (Image: Parineeti Chopra/ Instagram)

Ananya Panday and Parineeti Chopra have added their own twist to their glamourous party ensembles. A few moments back, Parineeti took to her Instagram space and shared an inside picture from Dharma Productions CEO Apoorva Mehta’s star-studded 50th birthday bash which took place last week. In the picture, the Hasee Toh Phasee actress can be seen posing with Ananya in their stylish black dresses. However, it looks like they ditched their heels amidst the bash and opted for comfortable white bathroom slippers.

Sharing the picture on her Instagram feed, Parineeti captioned it, “Let me tell you what REALLY happens… @ananyapanday Please explain (cross emoji) (heels emoji)”. As soon as Parineeti shared the hilarious picture, fans and followers flooded her post with reactions. Ananya Panday too responded to the post as she commented, “My dearest! No explanation can do justice to the behaviour displayed”. To this, Parineeti replied, “@ananyapanday Dearest of all, one has shown their true colours post red carpet appearance”. Celebrity fashion stylist wrote, “you know this is GUTS! Can’t send you ll anywhere @ananyapanday @parineetichopra”.  Parineeti replied, “You didn’t give us the whole look.”

Jubin Nautiyal On Dating Rumours With Kabir Singh Star Nikita Dutta: ‘I’m Very Fond Of Her’

Jubin Nautiyal and Nikita Dutta have been rumoured to be dating.

Rumours did the rounds suggesting singer Jubin Nautiyal and Kabir Singh actress Nikita Dutta are Bollywood’s newest couple. The duo has been spotted together on multiple occasions, leading to rumours that they might be more than just friends. The couple fuelled rumours by sharing ‘engagement pictures’ from the music video of Jubin’s new song Mast Nazron Se. Amid these speculations, Jubin opened up about his relationship with Nikita.

Speaking with Siddharth Kannan, Jubin called Nikita ‘an amazing person’. However, if you were hoping that he would finally confirm that they were indeed a couple, you’re in for a heartbreak. The singer admitted that she is nothing more than just a close friend.

“It is just two friends hanging out, nothing much. Two people can go and have coffee together. I am very fond of her, definitely. She’s an amazing person,” he said. Jubin added that he’s known Nikita for four years now and that he likes spending time with her. “Sahi hai yaar, badhiya ladki hai (It’s good, she is a nice girl). Yeh kehna ki hum relationship mein hain woh galat hoga (It would be wrong to say we are in a relationship). We like spending time with each other. She has such a soft heart, such a kind heart, and I really connect well with her. I think we’re just very good friends,” he said.

Source: https://www.news18.com/news/movies/jubin-nautiyal-on-dating-rumours-with-kabir-singh-star-nikita-dutta-im-very-fond-of-her-4909688.html

GONG WRONG Oscars in crisis as Covid runs riot with key nominees out with the virus

THIS weekend’s Oscars are in crisis — with half of the Best Picture films battling Covid scares.

Nominees have dubbed the panic “swab sweat” — as they nervously await two mandatory PCR tests 48 hours ahead of Sunday’s ceremony.

Stars including Lady Gaga, Dame Judi Dench, Will Smith and Benedict Cumberbatch — plus performers Billie Eilish and Beyonce — have been told they will be forced to miss both the prestigious pre-Oscars Governors Ball tomorrow night and the main event 48 hours later should they test positive.

Belfast director and nominee Kenneth Branagh tested positive last weekend and is missing tonight’s Oscar Wilde Awards in LA.

At least four other cast members from other movies, including multi-nominee The Power Of The Dog, have also caught Covid within the past week.

Last night an insider from Hollywood power-brokers United Talent Agency told The Sun: “Everyone is dealing with swab sweat.

“You get your nose swabbed and then you are sweating on whether the email will land showing you are positive. It is a really anxious time for major stars and nominees especially, knowing this may be their only chance of glory.

“All the events are asking for testing to show LA authorities they are following guidelines and adhering to the ongoing union-agreed coronavirus measures around live broadcasts.

“The socialising at events all week is obviously a major part of the celebrations, but there is a fear that anyone could innocently pick up Covid simply by mixing with an infected person.”

There is “significant concern about a widespread infection”, especially after many attendees at the Bafta Awards and parties two weeks ago caught the disease.

Aside from the main ceremony other events across Los Angeles, including private house parties held by A-listers, are demanding that attendees do an antigen test on arrival to keep others safe.

The tight health policy, which is spreading “the fear of missing out on the biggest night of the Hollywood calendar”, comes as LA health authorities and event organisers double down on safety.

Branagh is currently in isolation in LA hoping he can test negative before Sunday’s show to see whether Belfast takes home the prestigious Best Picture gong.

Cases of the BA.2 subvariant, which spreads 80 per cent faster than Omicron, have more than doubled in the US over two weeks, and it is set to become the dominant variant.

This week White House chief medical advisor Dr Anthony Fauci said cases were on the rise.

Masks are once again becoming mandatory indoors in many hotels, bars and indoor spaces, and it is thought serving staff at the event on Sunday will be told to wear them.

While the build-up to the biggest night in the film calendar is always manic, panic is palpably on the rise in Hollywood.

There is also mounting tension behind the scenes after Academy bosses decided to shorten the actual televised ceremony in order to boost ratings. With viewing numbers falling off a cliff in recent years, eight categories will now be pre-recorded.

He added: “Behind-the-scenes workers get little recognition as is.”

On Wednesday Peter Kurland, a four-time Oscar-nominated sound mixer who sits on the Cinema Audio Society’s board, resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences over plans to axe live gongs for categories including Best Sound.

It is the second embarrassing resignation, coming three weeks after Tom Fleischman, an Oscar-winning re-recording mixer, quit.

This year it’s the Best Actress category which is generating the most public interest. Penelope Cruz, Kristen Stewart, Olivia Colman, Jessica Chastain and Nicole Kidman are all battling it out to scoop the coveted gong on the night.

Source : https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/tv/4970724/oscars-crisis-covid-best-picture/?utm_campaign=native_share&utm_source=sharebar_native&utm_medium=sharebar_native

Are the Oscars Over?

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Have you heard about Aperture 2025?

It may sound like a Roland Emmerich sci-fi movie, but it’s actually more frightening. And much more controversial. It’s the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’s latest initiative to make Hollywood more equitable and diverse—more woke—by changing the rules by which films are eligible for Best Picture nominations. Here’s how it works: Starting in 2024, producers will be required to submit a summation of the race, gender, sexual orientation, and disability status of members of their movie’s cast and crew. If a particular movie does not have enough people of color or disabled people or gays or lesbians working on the set—and what is “enough” will be determined by a knotty tangle of byzantine formularies—then that movie will no longer be eligible for an Oscar.

Not surprisingly, the plan is not being universally applauded in Hollywood. Critics say it’s invasive, anticreative, opens the door to privacy issues, and is spectacularly unfair to actors and crew members, who may want to keep their sexual orientation or health profiles to themselves, not to mention to producers and directors who have enough to worry about while shooting a movie than to be saddled with the thankless task of tallying up the identity markers of their creative partners. 

“I mean, why aren’t animals in this?” sneers one industry insider. “What if the main character is a horse?”

Unfortunately, Aperture 2025 isn’t the only Academy initiative to recently raise eyebrows in Hollywood. In February, Oscar organizers triggered a civil war in Hollywood over a plan to pretape many of the below-the-line categories—film editing, makeup and hairstyling, original score, production design, the short-film selections—and roll edits of those awards into the live broadcast. Predictably, many Academy members (especially film editors, makeup and hairstylists, and production designers) balked at the change, but at least that one was designed to address an actual existential threat to the ceremony: that it’s become so long and boring that huge swaths of the audience have begun tuning out.

“The Academy was out of touch with the public when it was mostly white, and it remained so when it became somewhat less white.”

Last year, the Oscars drew an all-time low of 9.85 million viewers—less than what an episode of The Big Bang Theory used to get. Granted, the pandemic and the resulting dearth of theatrical releases contributed to the decline, but the truth is, Oscar ratings began plummeting long before COVID-19. At its height in the 1990s, the ceremony was pulling in as many as 55 million viewers in the United States. Even into the 2000s, it was drawing at least 40 million. But by the 2010s, the numbers started falling into the 30 millions and, by that decade’s end, had dropped further, into the 20 millions. The audience for the last pre-pandemic Oscars, in February 2020, was 23.6 million, less than half of its one-time peak.

There’s no shortage of theories to explain why viewers are turning off to the Oscars: The shrinking of movie actors as cultural icons (as TikTok and Instagram stars become the ascendant media gods); the reluctance of the Academy to update the ceremony, which has remained substantially unchanged since it was first broadcast in 1953; the growing chasm between the esoteric tastes of the Academy’s voting members (who this year nominated Drive My Car, a Japanese drama about a grieving theater director putting on a production of Uncle Vanya in Hiroshima) and the preferences of the wider theatergoing public (who likes Spider-Man). 

Whatever the reason, the conclusion is inescapable: The Oscars are tanking. And no matter how well-intentioned Aperture 2025 may be, the initiative isn’t going to fix that problem. On the contrary, at this rate, by 2025, filmmakers with even the most equitable and diverse sets may not give a damn whether their films are eligible for an Oscar or not because hardly anyone will be watching.

FRONT-ROW SEATS Meryl Streep and other luminaries at the 90th Academy Awards ceremony, where she was up for the 2018 Best Actress award for her portrayal of editor Katharine Graham in The Post. (TODD WAWRYCHUK/AMPAS VIA ZUMA WIRE/ZUMAPRESS.COM)

THE ACADEMY—and Hollywood—has faced existential crises before. Back in the 1950s, when the cathode-ray tube first crackled to life, the industry convinced itself that television would eventually murder the movies. The studios concocted all sorts of wacky gimmicks—CinemaScope and Cinerama, 3-D, even Smell-O-Vision—to keep audiences in theaters and stave off cinema’s seemingly inevitable extinction. 

Source : https://www.lamag.com/culturefiles/are-the-oscars-over-2/

 

Summons issued against Bollywood actor Salman Khan and his bodyguard – here’s what we know

According to an order issued by the Metropolitan Court, complainant Ashok Shyamal Pandey has filed an instant complaint against Bollywood actor Salman Khan and his bodyguards. The summons has been issued by Andheri Metropolitan Court with respect to an assault case filed against Khan and his bodyguards under various sections of the Indian Penal Code.

Kartik Aaryan chased by female fans, Rapper MC Tod Fod’s death leaves Ranveer Singh heartbroken and more

From Gully Boy actors Ranveer Singh and Siddhant Chaturvedi mourning the death of Dharmesh Parmar aka rapper MC Tod Fod, to Kartik Aaryan being chased by female fans, here’s everything that happened in the world of Bollywood.

Actor Sara Ali Khan invests in The Souled Store, wants to spread the pop culture wave

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan recently invested an undisclosed amount in pop-culture brand, The Souled Store. A firm believer in originality and “comfort being as important as fashion, she sees the brand as a perfect fit.

Actor Sara Ali Khan has joined pop-culture brand, The Souled Store, as an equity partner. In 2013, three youngsters from Mumbai, Vedang Patel, Rohin Samtaney, and Aditya Sharma, turned their love for Star Wars into an online marketplace for pop culture merchandise.

The brand claims to be India’s largest fan merchandise destination with licences including Disney, Warner Bros, WWE, IPL teams, EPL Teams, and Viacom18.

The startup was bootstrapped for the first five years and received seed funding from RP-SG Ventures in November 2018.

Since then, the company has grown over 4X by focusing on data, customer insights, and feedback, and keeping customer satisfaction on top of everything else.

Sonam Kapoor announces her pregnancy with Anand Ahuja: Can’t wait to welcome you, this fall

Sonam Kapoor announces her pregnancy with Anand Ahuja: Can’t wait to welcome you, this fall

Sonam Kapoor, who is quite active on social media, is often seen treating fans with beautiful pics of herself and her loved ones. However, this morning, the Neerja actress took social media by storm as she shared a couple of love-filled pics with Anand Ahuja and announced her pregnancy. Yes! Sonam Kapoor, who took the plunge with Anand in May 2018, is expecting her first child and the couple will be welcoming the baby in the fall this year.

Taking to her Instagram account, Sonam shared pics of herself dressed in a black dress as she was resting on a couch with her head placed in Anand’s lap. She was seen holding her baby bump and was all smiles for the camera. One can’t miss out on the pregnancy glow on her face. On the other hand, Anand, being the doting husband that he is, couldn’t take his eyes off her. In the caption, Sonam expressed her excitement about welcoming her first child. She wrote, “Four hands. To raise you the very best we can. Two hearts. That will beat in unison with yours, every step of the way. One family. Who will shower you with love and support. We can’t wait to welcome you. #everydayphenomenal #comingthisfall2022” along with heart emoticons.

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/sonam-kapoor-announces-her-pregnancy-anand-ahuja-can-t-wait-welcome-you-fall-1049717?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=articletop&utm_content=web

The Kashmir Files box office: With Rs 24.80 crore on day 9, Anupam Kher’s film records its highest single-day collection

The Kashmir Files has broken records again! The film earned Rs 24.80 crores on day 9, which is the highest single-day collection.

Hollywood Newsmaker of the Week: Kanye West gets dropped by Grammy 2022, Britney disappears and more

Check out all that went down this week in Hollywood.

Hollywood was seemingly not on its right foot this past week with the inevitable happenings of Kanye West and his escalated drama online which subsequently led to his suspension from Instagram following his and Saturday Night Live star Pete Davidson’s text exchanges were leaked online. The whole farce finally reached its climax this week and as most hope its ending too. Besides a truckload of Kanye West headlines, we too had other happenings that shook Hollywood. Scroll down further to get a quick recap of all that went down in Hollywood in the last week.

Kanye West loses Grammy performance slot

Following his use of racial slurs directed at Trevor Noah after he released a segment concerning the problem of women’s safety through the Kanye West-Kim Kardashian online feud, the rapper was not only suspended from Instagram for 24-hours but also dropped from the list of performers on Grammy 2022 due to his “concerning online behaviour” despite being nominated for 5 categories this year.

World Poetry Day 2022: Sriti Jha to Shailesh Lodha; 5 TV actors who are amazing poets

Today is World Poetry Day and as we all know poetry is a form of writing in which poets express their thoughts in aesthetic and rhythmic language. And, poetry is one of the best forms to express your thoughts. Our television actors are also really creative so, we have curated a list of the actors who have not only ruled the hearts of their fans with their acting prowess but are also gifted poets.

From Sriti Jha, Shailesh Lodha to Nakuul Mehta, these TV actors are fans’ favourite. They are known for their acting mettle in the industry but their social media is proof that they also play well with the words to make them more aesthetic and rhythmic and are amazing poets.

Here is the list of TV actors who also stunned their fans with their amazing poetic abilities:

1. Sriti Jha

Daily soap Kumkum Bhagya fame Sriti Jha has already stunned her fans with her natural acting prowess. Along with this, her literary creativity is also strong. She often participates in literature and poetry festivals and reads her poems.

2. Shailesh Lodha

Shailesh became a household name with the show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He is playing the character of Taarak Mehta who is a poet. Shailesh is a poet in real life too and his Instagram handle is proof of it.

3. Nakuul Mehta

Daily soap Ishqbaaz fame Nakuul Mehta is a talented actor and along with this, he is a stunning poet too. He often shares his creativity on social media.

Source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/tv/news-gossip/world-poetry-day-2022-sriti-jha-shailesh-lodha-5-tv-actors-who-are-amazing-poets-1049658?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=articletop&utm_content=web

21 Best Movies New to Streaming in March: ‘Dune,’ ‘Drive My Car’ and More

With the 94th Academy Awards set for later this month on March 27, it couldn’t be better timing for some of the biggest nominees to hit streaming platforms in March. Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” boasts 10 Oscar nominations, the second most-nominated movie of the year, and it’s finally returning to HBO Max this month to stream after originally debuting on the streamer for 31 days last fall. Steve Spielberg’s seven-time nominee “West Side Story” and Ryusuke Hamaguchi’s four-time Oscar nominee “Drive My Car” are also streaming this month, just in time to boost visibility ahead of the Academy Awards telecast.

Outside of Oscar nominees, new additions to streaming platforms in March include memorable indies from 2021 such as “Mass” and “El Planeta.” Paul Verhoeven’s 2021 festival shocker “Benedetta” is also making its streaming debut on Hulu this month. Love Denis Villeneuve? In addition to “Dune” returning to HBO Max, the director’s “Blade Runner 2049” becomes available on Netflix later this month. Christopher Nolan fans will be able to stream “Dunkirk” on Netflix this month, too.

Check out the full list of the best films new to streaming in March 2022 (and which platforms to stream them on) in the list below.

Kanye West Barred From Performing at Grammys Due to ‘Concerning Online Behavior,’ Rep Confirms

Kanye West has been barred from performing at the Grammy Awards due to his “concerning online behavior,” a rep for the artist confirms to Variety. Reps for the Recording Academy and CBS, which present the Grammys, did not immediately respond to Variety‘s requests for comment on the claim early Saturday.

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West’s rep cited a report in the Blast posted late Friday claiming that the artist’s team received a phone call Friday night informing him he had been “unfortunately” removed from the lineup of performers for the show due to his “concerning online behavior.” While West, who is up for five 2022 Grammy Awards, was not among the first list of performers announced on Tuesday, he may have been a planned performer. A rep for West sent Variety a link to that story, saying only “This is confirmed”; the rep did not respond to requests for further information, although the Blast report states, “Our sources say Kanye’s team isn’t surprised by the decision.”

Nor should they be. While Academy reps did not respond to requests for comment, there are many reasons why a Kanye West performance on live network television would be a prohibitively risky proposition. Based on his social media posts and activity in the past few months alone, he might use the stage to continue his online harassment of Pete Davidson, his estranged wife Kim Kardashian’s new boyfriend; he could attempt to lobby public sentiment for custody of his children; he could make some statement in support of accused sex offender Marilyn Manson or unrepentant homophobe DaBaby, both of whom he has featured at his recent concerts or listening events; he could make more misguided statements about slavery or revive his stumping for former President Trump. Conversely, he could use the platform to do something that isn’t self-serving, self-referential or sheer trolling, like when he unexpectedly said “George Bush doesn’t care about Black people” during a televised Hurricane Katrina fundraiser in 2005.

Source: https://variety.com/2022/music/news/kanye-west-grammys-concerning-online-behavior-1235209759/

Kim Kardashian feels Kanye West’s Instagram suspension is ‘fair’; Reports

Kim Kardashian, who reportedly told a court that Kanye West’s social media postings caused her “emotional distress,” seems unconcerned about her ex’s 24-hour Instagram ban. West, 44, was momentarily shut off of his Instagram account earlier this week and was unable to post, comment, or send messages for 24 hours, according to TMZ.

West’s most recent abusive social media behaviour was a racist insult for Trevor Noah.

Kim found the suspension to be fair, but her reaction wasn’t very dramatic. She didn’t make a big deal out of it and joked that she needed a break for a day. All of Kanye’s posts have been exhausting for her though,” a source tells PEOPLE of the mother of four, who was declared legally single on March 1. The source further added, “It’s very impressive how calm and collected she is able to stay. She is very happy with [boyfriend] Pete [Davidson]. Her kids are doing great.” However, Kardashian filed for divorce from West in February, after almost seven years of marriage. North, 8, Saint, 6, Chicago, 4, and Psalm are their four children.

Meanwhile, West’s most recent abusive social media behaviour was a racist insult placed on Daily Show presenter Trevor Noah’s Instagram page. West took aim at the comedian, 38, who has commented extensively on the Donda artist’s divorce from Kardashian, as well as how the rapper has handled her throughout their divorce. Noah then brought up some more recent instances that he regarded as troubling, such as West’s music video for “Eazy,” in which Davidson, 28, was buried alive in claymation.

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/hollywood/kim-kardashian-feels-kanye-wests-instagram-suspension-fair-reports-1048780

Katrina Kaif celebrates first Holi after marriage with Vicky Kaushal, shares lovely pics with in-laws

Katrina Kaif celebrated Holi with her in-laws, hubby Vicky Kaushal and Sunny Kaushal. The actress posted lovely photos of the family dressed in white and smeared with gulaal.

The Kashmir Files director Vivek Agnihotri gets ‘Y’ category CRPF security

Director Vivek Agnihotri, who has been in the news for his latest directorial The Kashmir Files, has been given ‘Y’ category security cover by the Central government. Read on to know details…

‘Bachchhan Paandey’ Review: Dare to Sit Through This Deranged, Unfunny Madness

Bachchhan Paandey is a film that should ideally have been an email that lands straight in our spam folder. That would have spared us the torture of sitting through some seriously deranged stuff.

There is a film within a film here. Kriti Sanon plays Myra who wants to direct her own movie. Fuelled by insults heaped on her by her film’s director and producer along with encouragement from her father to “go for it”, she decides to wait no more.

Some quick rounds of discussions lead her to the menacing one-eyed gangster Bachchhan Paandey of Baagwa. Too scared to approach him directly she camps with her friend Vishu (Arshad Warsi). They spy, snoop, sneak a peek and poke to get some information on the man who has a glass eye, kills like a maniac and has a crazy appetite for gore.

Could this “film within a film” idea actually be a spoof on how some filmmakers go about their business in Bollywood? Could be, but yours truly is so exhausted sitting through this mind-numbing utterly nonsensical affair that it’s tough to decipher any method to the madness.

We witness some random killings, people falling dead all around, fountains of blood oozing out and a gang rivalry of sorts where every adversary of Bachchhan Paandey is eventually decimated. Why would Akshay Kumar who lately has very consciously curated an image of a good citizen on screen play such a repulsive outlaw? Further, to do it in a film that adds no value at all? Obnoxious circumstances keeps piling up one after another.

“Mujhe bhai nahi godfather bolte hain” (They call me The Godfather, not brother) bellows Bachchhan Paandey. Songs with lines “Maarunga toh maa ki kasam marr jaayega. Fire hoon main… jal jaayega,“ (If I hit you, I swear on my mother, you’ll die. I’m fire, you’ll burn to ashes).

Abhimanyu Singh, Sanjay Mishra, Prateik Babbar as his sometimes comic, sometimes dreaded sidekicks try keeping busy while we rake our brains to understand the point of it all.

Bachchhan Paandey becomes yet another film that shows complete disregard for Arshad Warsi’s talent and brilliant comic timing. He has been given little to do previously and still every time he says his lines the film is imbued with charm.

Kriti Sanon wasn’t given a breathing character. She was provided with instructions and to her credit she follows through and looks radiant. An added bonus.

To explain Paandey’s proclivity to gore and violence we have a whole flashback thread complete with a Jacquline Fernandez giggling, rope walking and walking on stilts! Apparently, that’s what tourists do. Sigh! “Kya ye oonth hain“ (Is this a camel?) she asks pointing at camels to which Bachchhan Paandey replies “gadhe hain” (They’re donkeys). We nod. We all are.

Akshay sleepwalks through the film as if he has already given up on it. Pankaj Tripathi makes a joke of himself really by even agreeing for this. We don’t laugh with him, we don’t laugh at him, we are simply pained to see him put himself through this. Playing a Gujarati, it’s the first time we see such an inauthentic performance from Tripathi.

Overall Bachchhan Paandey is neither funny nor intriguing. He always looks like a character that can exist nowhere but in the futile imagination of some makers who think audiences like to pay money to dumb themselves down.

Source: https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/bachchhan-paandey-review-deranged-madness-akshay-kumar-kriti-sanon

Arshad Warsi calls Circuit from Munna Bhai MBBS a ‘stupid’ role, reveals the reason he agreed to do it

Arshad Warsi calls Circuit from Munna Bhai MBBS a ‘stupid’ role, reveals the reason he agreed to do it

Whenever we talk of Arshad Warsi’s film career, the one film and the one role that always comes to everyone’s minds instantly is that of Circuit. The actor played a sidekick to Sanjay Dutt in the Munna Bhai series and we have to admit that Arsha d and his role went on to become quite popular. In fact, even today Arshad is remembered for Circuit as much as Sanjay Dutt is remembered for playing Munna. But, in a recent interview, the Bachchhan Paandey actor opened up about playing this iconic role.

In an interview with Indian Express Arshad Warsi emphasized how important it is for him to know who is the lead actor of the film. He revealed that the only reason he said yes to Munna Bhai was Sanjay Dutt. He said that even Rajkumar Hirani knew that it is a stupid role and it was nothing on paper. In fact, the actor went on to reveal that even Makarand Deshpande had said no to Circuit. Arshad said that he listens to any script purely as an audience member and it should be something that the audience would love to watch, irrespective of any genre.

INSTA-GATOR Kanye West ‘BANNED’ from Instagram after violent threats toward Kim Kardashian’s boyfriend Pete Davidson & other stars

KANYE West has been “BANNED” from Instagram for at least 24 hours.

This comes after a marathon of violent threats towards his ex, Kim Kardashian, her new beau Pete Davidson and other stars.

A spokesperson for Meta told TMZ that Kanye’s recent posts “violated Instagram’s policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying.”

The outlet was told his account has been suspended for 24 hours.

The 44-year-old won’t be able to post, comment, or send direct messages.

The spokesperson for the parent company of Instagram (Meta is also known as Facebook) continued that they’ll “take additional steps if further violations happen.”

Earlier on March 16, the musician took to Instagram to share a fan comment and a message of concern for Kim, 41.

The father-of-four posted a screenshot of a follower’s comment reading: “The way Skete used Kim’s marital status to address Kanye was a sneak diss to her & she didn’t even catch it.”

Samantha Ruth Prabhu pens strong note on being ‘judged’ for wearing outfit with plunging neckline: Can we finally stop?

Samantha Ruth Prabhu took to Instagram and slammed trolls for judging her over her recent outfit that she wore to an event. The diva penned a powerful note about women being judged based on their colour, race and the clothes they wear.
Women in the entertainment industry are often subjected to trolls and hate messages, that sometimes, has nothing to do with their professional choices. In fact, they often fall prey to judgements and opinions about their looks, their fashion sense or even about something they did in their personal lives. Samantha Ruth Prabhu, too, recently opened up about being “judged” for her an outfit she wore to an event a few days ago.
The Telugu beauty, who is one of the most successful stars in India, opened up about the experience on Instagram and shared with her fans that women shouldn’t be given a stamp of approval based on their “hemlines and necklines.”
Samantha recently wore a gorgeous bottle green satin gown with a dramatic train that had a plunging neckline to Film Critics Choice Awards 2022 held in Mumbai.
Source : https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/telugu-cinema/samantha-ruth-prabhu-pens-strong-note-on-being-judged-for-wearing-outfit-with-plunging-neckline-can-we-finally-stop-article-90168549

Warm and polite: Ranveer Singh REVEALS the best thing about American supermodel Bella Hadid

Ranveer Singh is one of the most loved actors of Bollywood. He has been winning hearts with his performance and his crazy energy. The actor is recently made headlines as the announcement of his upcoming film Jayeshbhai Jordaar surfaced on the internet. Currently, the ace actor is in the United Kingdom to watch the grand premier league football. Just on Monday, he shared some priceless pictures on Instagram of his exciting day at the stadium with his gorgeous friend, the world-renowned model Bella Hadid. Now, during an Instagram Q and A session, he revealed the best qualities of Bella and how he felt when he first met her.

Today, Ranveer uploaded a story inviting his fans to ask him questions since he was on a long drive. One of his fans asked, “What do you like the most about Bella Hadid and how did you feel meeting her?” Ranveer sweetly replied, “She is very warm and polite. The best thing about her is how grounded and simple she is. It was great to meet her. @bellahadid.”

Meanwhile, Ranveer has been having a gala time in the UK. His post on Monday was all about his exciting day at the stadium. In the pictures, we could see his excitement and happiness clear as a day. He also shared a sweet picture with the beautiful Bella Hadid, both smiling bright for the camera. Along with the picture, Ranveer wrote, “Full power! Great to see the Gunners firing at the magnificent Emirates Stadium #coyg #gunners Along with my beautiful friend, cheering loud & proud, reppin’ the red & white..the very gracious @bellahadid @arsenal @lcfc @premierleague @plforindia #ARSLEI.”

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/warm-and-polite-ranveer-singh-reveals-best-thing-about-american-supermodel-bella-hadid-1046680

Birthday Girl Alia Bhatt Gets Special Midnight Wish From Ranbir Kapoor’s Mom Neetu

Meanwhile, ahead of her 29th birthday, Alia Bhatt & her sister Shaheen headed for a fun holiday in Maldives on Monday.

(Photo: Instagram)

Alia Bhatt who is currently basking in the success of ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ turns a year older today (Tuesday, March 15,2022) and the actress got a special midnight wish from her boyfriend’s mom and veteran actress Neetu Kapoor.

Just as the clock struck 12 on Alia’s birthday eve, Neetu Kapoor, took to social media to wish the birthday girl with a special post.

Taking to Instagram Story, Ranbir’s mother Neetu Kapoor shared an adorable picture with Alia. “Happy birthday to the most beautiful inside out,” she wrote alongside the image.

She also posted a happy selfie of them together, followed by a serene picture of a beach.

Alia also posted Shaheen’s pool picture on her Instagram Story with a sticker that read, “today’s view.”

It is unclear if Alia’s beau Ranbir will be joining her on her birthday by flying out there.

Source : https://news.abplive.com/entertainment/alia-bhatt-birthday-alia-bhatt-midnight-birthday-wish-from-ranbir-kapoor-s-mom-neetu-kapoor-1519639

Oscar nominations

Oscar’s Class of 2022

This year’s Oscar nominations are the result of a record number of votes, according to the Academy—and that makes sense, since the number of voting members expanded to more than 9,400, the most ever. They cast their ballots in a year that began in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic, showed signs of loosening up as theaters reopened and big movies like DuneNo Time to Die and Spider-Man: No Way Home opened theatrically, and then grew more restrictive as the Omicron variant sent infection rates rocketing up. Choosing among 276 films in the main categories and hundreds more documentaries, international films and shorts, the voters came up with a slate to reflect another weird year. This special guide will take you through all 23 Oscar categories and introduce you to every nominee—even the ones that need no introduction.

Source: https://www.thewrap.com/oscar-noms-guide/

Netflix’s Squid Game continues its winning spree! Sweeps two big titles at the 27th Critics Choice Awards

One of Netflix’s most popular series, Squid Game was nominated for three awards, including Best Drama Series, Best Foreign Language Series, and Best Actor in a Drama Series for Lee Jung Jae at the 27th Critics Choice Awards. The iconic trio from the series even attended the show as presenters. It is safe to say that all eyes were on them.

Anupam Kher reacts to The Kapil Sharma controversy about The Kashmir Files’ promotions: Kapil has no malice…

Anupam Kher has broken silence about The Kapil Sharma Show controversy about The Kashmir Files promotions. The actor spoke openly about the same and cleared some air.
Vivek Agnihotri’s film The Kashmir Files starring legendary actor Anupam Kher and Pallavi Joshi roaring everywhere. The film narrates the sensitive issue about the exodus and killings of Kashmiri Hindus from the state in the 1990s. The film has received a humongous response from critics and fans, especially touching the heart of every Kashmiri Pundit in the country.
Before the release of the film, it heaped controversy when the filmmaker Vivek openly said that they were not invited or allowed to promote the film on The Kapil Sharma Show. Vivek had taken to his Twitter account and expressed disappointment about the same. His tweet read, ” They refused to call us on there because we don’t have commercial star #FACT”. And bow the angry fans are demanding to boycott the show.”
However, in an exclusive chat with Times Now, Anupam Kher has reacted to the controversy and shed some light on the matter, The actor said that he was called on the show but he chose not to go as he thought it won’t be appropriate to promote a film surrounding such a delicate topic at a comedy show, ” I had received an invite to come on the show. I have visited there many times in the past. Ye film bari serious hai, I do not want to be a part of the show. But I have to say, Kapil does not have any malice towards us or towards the film.”

The Kashmir Files, divorce with Kiran Rao, Junaid’s Bollywood debut, Ira’s mental health troubles and more: Aamir Khan’s biggest confessions

From his reaction to The Kashmir Files to his divorce with Kiran Rao and kids Ira Khan and Junaid Khan, Aamir Khan stunned everyone with his heartfelt revelations. Take a look.

Aamir Khan’s biggest confessions

Aamir Khan has turned 57 today and he chose the occasion to make some of the biggest confessions of his life that his fans were looking for answers for many days now. From his reaction to The Kashmir Files to his divorce with Kiran Rao and kids Ira Khan and Junaid Khan, Aamir stunned everyone with his heartfelt revelations. Take a look.

Aamir reveals the reason behind his divorce with Kiran Rao

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao announced their divorce in July last year. Revealing the reason behind their separation, Aamir told News18, Somewhere I didn’t shoulder my responsibilities. I would start with my parents, my siblings, my first wife – Reena ji, Kiran ji, Reena’s parents, Kiran’s parents, my children, all these people I am talking about are my close ones. When I was 18, when I joined the film industry, I got so absorbed, I wanted to learn so much, I wanted to do so much that I somewhere — today I realise — people who were close to me, I couldn’t give them time the way I wanted to. I have given all my time to my work and I made that relationship very strong. I thought my family was with me anyway. I just wanted to win the hearts of the audience at the time. And, I got completely lost, so much so that I forgot my family was waiting for me.

Aamir on Ira Khan’s mental health

Back in 2020, Ira Khan had opened up about suffering from depression. Talking about it, Aamir told News18, She has faced many challenges in her life and I am happy to see that she is fighting it very strongly and showing courage. And I have seen a big improvement in her as well. However, I won’t comment much on her struggles because only she has the right to speak about them. But what makes me happy is that despite having her own problems, she is ready to help others.

Source: https://www.bollywoodlife.com/photos/the-kashmir-files-divorce-with-kiran-rao-junaids-bollywood-debut-iras-mental-health-troubles-and-more-aamir-khans-biggest-confessions-2027893/2027900/

Karisma Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit unite for internet-breaking photo, Dil Toh Pagal Hai fans go ‘Arey re arey ye kya hua…’

Is it time for Dil Toh Pagal Hai 2? Well, you won’t be able to stop thinking about the iconic 1997 release as Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor have united for a gorgeous photograph. Whether you were Team Nisha or Team Pooja, Karisma and Madhuri’s latest photo will warm your heart in equal measure!
It was in 1997 when late legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra’s Dil Toh Pagal Hai hit the screens. The film starred Madhuri Dixit, Karisma Kapoor, Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar in key roles. Whether you were Team Nisha (played by Karisma) or Team Pooja (played by Madhuri), it goes without saying that both the actresses delivered performances that were just too impressive to miss. Years later, Madhuri and Karisma reunited and the result is an internet-breaking photograph.
Karisma, who is an ardent social media user, took to Instagram to treat fans to a frame-worthy click featuring Madhuri. “Look who I bumped into at the studio my all time fav MDji ???? #memoriesandmagic,” she captioned her post.
The photo, which is sure to make you nostalgic, has Madhuri and Karisma looking absolutely flawless. Almost like the duo hasn’t aged a day!
Interestingly enough, their outfit choices will also remind you of their characters’ looks from the film. While Madhuri opted for ethnic wear and looked absolutely ravishing in a mint green saree, Karisma glammed up in a patterned pantsuit. If you jog your memory a bit, you’d recall how Nisha always wore quirky athleisure in the film while Pooja’s picks were on the traditional side.

Akshay Kumar lauds Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty’s The Kashmir Files; know what he has to say

Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty and Darshan Kumar starrer The Kashmir Files has been garnering praises from the cine-goers. Apart from fans, Akshay Kumar and Kangana Ranaut has lauded the Vivek Agnihotri directorial.
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Akshay Kumar lauds Anupam Kher, Mithun Chakraborty’s The Kashmir Files; know what he has to say

Aamir Khan Clarifies Rumours Behind Divorce from Kiran Rao: ‘There Was No Other Person in My Life’ | Exclusive

Aamir Khan
Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao separated in 2021 after being married for 15 years.

Aamir Khan has refuted rumours that he and Kiran Rao parted ways because he was allegedly dating someone else. Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao, who were together for 15 years, announced their divorce on July 3, 2021.

In a tell-all interview with News18 India’s Kishore Ajwani, Aamir spoke candidly about his highly-publicised divorce from Kiran last year. While talking about her split from Kiran, Aamir recalled that several years ago, she had told him that he was simply not interested in his family.

“She would tell me that even when we discuss something as a family, I’m always lost somewhere. She said I’m a different kind of person. She very sweetly said, ‘I don’t want you to change because if you change then you wouldn’t be the same person who I fell in love with.’ I’m in love with your brain and your personality. So, I would never want that you change. But today when I reflect on what Kiran told me seven years ago, I would say that I have seen a lot of changes in me in the past 6-7 months,” Aamir said.

Source: https://www.news18.com/news/movies/aamir-khan-clarifies-rumours-behind-divorce-from-kiran-rao-there-was-no-other-person-in-my-life-exclusive-4870985.html

Sonam Kapoor’s father-in-law Harish Ahuja’s firm duped over Rs 27 crore; 10 arrested

Sonam Kapoor’s father-in-law Harish Ahuja’s firm duped over Rs 27 crore; 10 arrested

In what came as a shocking news, it is reported that Sonam Kapoor’s father-in-law Harish Ahuja’s export-import firm has been duped of over Rs 27 crore. The news came into light after Faridabad police had busted a gang of highly-sophisticated cybercriminals. According to media reports, the accused were duping Ahuja’s Faridabad-based firm, Shahi Export Factory by misappropriating the Rebate of State and Central Taxes and Levies (ROSCTL) licenses. The media reports also suggested that the Faridabad police arrested 10 people in the case so far.

To note, the ROSCTL licenses play a key role in the case. The ROSCTL licenses, which are similar to digital coupons worth several lakh rupees, are given to the export film in the form of some incentives which in turn entitles them to some rebate in custom and excise duties.

Source : https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/sonam-kapoor-s-father-law-harish-ahuja-s-firm-duped-over-rs-27-crore-10-arrested-1044281

Jubin Nautiyal and Nikita Dutta’s ‘Cafe Date’ Sparks Wedding Rumours, Fans Say They Make A Great Couple And Share Electrifying Chemistry!

Jubin Nautiyal and Nikita Dutta have been spotted together on numerous occasions and their outings have left everyone curious about their relationship

Jubin Nautiyal and Nikita Dutta have been making waves in the entertainment industry with their wedding rumours. Interestingly, their families recently meet at the singer’s hometown in Uttarakhand. According to the latest reports, he even visited her in Mumbai to plan the wedding details.
The recent update comes after the two have been spotted together on numerous occasions and their outings have left everyone curious about their relationship. While some speculated that they are dating, many have even pointed out that they are likely to get hitched.
The romance speculations yet again made it to the headlines after the celebrated singer and Kabir Singh Fame, after they were seen hanging out at Silver Beach Cafe, Juhu.
Surprisingly, Nikita was also spotted picking her rumoured flame from the airport and later hinted at their relationship as she posted about Dehradun, the town Jubin hails from. The two have also often commented on each other’s social media posts, leading fans to believe that a big Indian wedding may soon be on the cards for the duo.
For the unversed, Jubin Nautiyal and Nikita Dutta met on the sets of Kabir Singh where Nikita played Shahid’s love interest in the film and Jubin sang the blockbuster song Tujhe Kitna Chahein Aur.

Amid controversy, Vivek Agnihotri, Anupam Kher’s The Kashmir Files gets 10 rating on IMDB

Director Vivek Agnihotri’s The Kashmir Files starring Anupam Kher has received the highest rating on IMDB. This has come amidst a legal battle the makers of the are embroiled in.
Director Vivek Agnihotri’s The Kashmir Files was released across theatres today, March 11, 2022. The film depicts the exodus of Kashmiri Pandits during the Kashmir Insurgency. It has opened to rave reviews from the masses as well as the critics.
Besides this, the Haryana government even declared the film tax-free. The Twitter handle of the Directorate of Information, Public Relations and Languages Department shared a post about making Vivek Agnihotri’s directorial tax-free for the audience.
Given the immense reaction that the film has received on Day 1, the drama film has also achieved a huge feat as it has scored 10 out of 10 rating on IMDB, the highest rating on the audience-voting platform. Veteran actor Anupam Kher shared a post about it on Instagram and stated that the audience’s love is taking the film forward.
His caption was written in Hindi, “जनता जनार्दन का प्यार…उनकी दुआयें…उनका आशीर्वाद ….. उनके आंसू… हमारी फ़िल्म #TheKashmirFiles को धीरे धीरे आगे ले जा रही है! भगवान के घर में देर है, अंधेर नहीं।जय माँ खीर भवानी। जय भोलेनाथ!OmNamahShivaya #KashmiriPandit #Genocide #HeartBreaking @vivekagnihotri (The audience has given us love. This is their prayers, their blessings, their cries towards our film.)”

Dog Review: Channing Tatum and his canine buddy charm us in a healing tale of companionship

Dog
Dog Cast: Channing Tatum, Britta, Lana, Zuza
Dog Director: Channing Tatum, Reid Carolin
Dog Stars: 3/5

“You are more than just a dog”, reads one of the lines from what seems to be deceased Army Ranger, Riley Rodriguez’s (Eric Urbiztondo) letters to his Army trained dog, Lulu. The quote does hold truth in the film as we follow Channing Tatum and Lulu across towns on a road trip that promises to be a ride filled with misadventures. For canine lovers, Dog is a film that will instantly tug at your heartstrings thanks to the ably captured journey of bonding between an Army Ranger and a PTSD-scarred dog who find comfort in each other amid uncertainty. The film co-directed by Tatum alongside his Magic Mike collaborator Reid Caroli consists of every crowd-pleasing element in the book that would be required for a film starring Tatum and an adorable dog as his co-star.

Much of the honest emotions that flow onscreen from Tatum’s side in Dog seem to be a result of two main things, one that the canine character is named after the actor’s own deceased dog and second that Tatum after producing the documentary War Dog: A Soldier’s Best Friend, was truly enthralled by what he saw regarding Army trained dogs and was convinced that if he had to take up a leading role after his four-year acting break, it had to be this one and it’s a right decision because Dog is a film that will appeal to one and all.

Dog follows Jackson Briggs (Channing Tatum), an Army Ranger who is tired of making sandwiches for minimum wage and desperate to see action again after being benched by the army following a brain injury that induces seizures. Hell-bent on returning to ground zero once again, Briggs tries hard to convince his commanding officer into signing off on his transfer to a war zone. While his CO decides to help out Briggs, there’s one assignment he must finish in order to be dispatched again and it involves driving Lulu, a Belgian Malinois  (played by three dogs, Britta, Lana and Zuza) and an Army dog who served in Afghanistan to the funeral of her previous handler and Briggs’ co-ranger, Riley Rodriguez’s (Eric Urbiztondo). What seems an easy job for Briggs (Tatum) at the start begins to soon turn into a nightmare as he’s unable to handle Lulu who’s going through an equally traumatic time as him.

From ruining his glorious threesome in Portland to discovering a pot farm to chewing up his entire car seat, Lulu’s never-ending misadventures during their road trip leave Briggs more than upset and keep him away from truly trying to bond with her at any point. Although following a meet with pot grower (Kevin Nash) and his psychic wife (Jane Adams), Briggs gets a first-hand experience of how Lulu can be as good a dog as any if you let her in and listen to what she wants, the duo’s dynamic drastically changes. From jumping into the bathtub together to eventually Lulu eating treat out of his hand while watching a Grey’s Anatomy re-runs, the duo finally bond. Although goodbyes can be hard and hence on completion of his assignment, Briggs must now bid adieu to Lulu who according to the army has lost her ability to serve again. Following a road trip with the canine that in turn heals him as well, will Briggs let Lulu go is what is left to see.

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/hollywood/dog-review-channing-tatum-and-his-canine-buddy-charm-us-healing-tale-companionship-1043335

Saba Azad turns tomboy in new VIDEO; Rumoured beau Hrithik Roshan & his ex-wife Sussanne Khan REACT

Yesterday, Hrithik Roshan’s rumoured ladylove Saba Azad took to her Instagram space and shared a new video, in which she can be seen dressed in casuals, while she enacts a tomboy. While she wrote that she loves screentests, both Hrithik and his ex-wife Sussanne Khan left comments under her post.

Sharing the reel on her Instagram handle, Saba wrote, “I love screen tests!! LOOOOVE!! Never understood why people don’t like em – for me it’s the most enjoyable way to keep my craft sharp – what’s better than being able to inhabit a new character everyday and transform, really transform into something completely different each time. In my head I fancy myself a chameleon (slew of emojis) fun fun fun!!”

After Saba posted this video, both Sussanne and Hrithik reacted to her post. Hrithik wrote, “Woah..ha. I like”, to which Saba replied, “@hrithiroshan hehe I look like little boy (laughing emoji)”. Sussanne’s comment read, “Soooo radddddd (slew of emojis) lovvve this!!!”. Saba replied, “@suzkr thanks my sooz (kiss emojis)”

“Felt Scared, Vulnerable”: Malaika Arora On Being A Single Mom To Arhaan

“I have a son, he is growing up, he needs me more than ever,” Malaika Arora on being a single mother.

Kapil Sharma extends wishes to ‘elder brother’ Bhagwant Mann on becoming Punjab’s next CM: ‘You not only won elections but…’

Kapil Sharma congratulated comedian-turned-politician Bhagwant Mann on becoming the next chief minister of Punjab. He penned a heartfelt note for the Aam Aadmi Party leader and prayed that the state would flourish under his able leadership. Here’s what Kapil wrote in his post!

Farhan Akhtar opens up on life after marriage with Shibani Dandekar: ‘It feels…’

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar tied the knot in February in an intimate ceremony. The wedding was attended by the couple’s family members and close friends.

Malaika Arora spills the beans on making comeback as a producer: Looking forward to it

Bollywood actress Malaika Arora needs no introduction as she is a synonym to fitness and fashion and is a fierce and strong woman definitely. The popular actress Malaika, who rose to fame with the iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya, recently spoke to Pinkvilla in the latest episode of Woman Up S3. Many of you must not be aware of but back in the 2000s, Malaika had turned producer too. She made her debut as a film producer in the year 2008, with her former husband Arbaaz Khan for Salman Khan starrer Dabangg. While speaking to us, she spilled some beans on making a comeback as a producer.

On being asked if she has any plans to produce something any time soon, Malaika said, “Yes, I have lots of plans. Like you said, I was the producer back then but it was only for ‘naam ke vaaste’ because I did not know anything as it was all new for me. But, now there are things that I want to do and I am very involved in all of it where I want to produce content that I relate to and the kind of content people will also enjoy. So, yes, I am certainly looking forward to producing some good content.”

Source: https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/woman-s3-exclusive-malaika-arora-spills-beans-making-comeback-producer-looking-forward-it-1042453

Hindi Medium Actress Saba Qamar Remembers Her Co-Actor Late Irrfan Khan, Regrets Not Keeping In Touch With Him: ‘Wish I Had Called Him’

Saba Qamar remembers late actor Irrfan Khan and regrets not keeping in touch with him

Irrfan Khan was a globally recognized star and an actor with sheer brilliance who brought a modern sensibility to Hindi cinema. His tragic demise sent a shockwave in the entire film industry. Irrfan Khan died at the age of 53 on 29th April 2020 after battling cancer for two years. Recently, actress Saba Qamar who has worked with Irrfan in Hindi Medium, remembered the late actor and regretted not keeping in touch with him.
In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Saba called him Irrfan “gem of a person” and that she has learnt a lot from him. Praising the late actor Saba said “He was such a fine actor, a gem of a person, maza aa gaya unke saath kaam karke. I have learnt a lot from him.
Recalling her shoot days with Irrfan, Saba shared that she did not rehearse a single scene for the film. Saba went on to share that it was all together a new experience for her because she is a well-prepared actor and before going to any shoot, she would rehearse her scenes. She was quoted saying “I remember a day before we were going to start shooting for the film in Delhi, we did a few lines with the cast and the crew but didn’t really rehearse-rehearse. That was something new for me, and was a different kind of experience. So that is the thing that I have learnt from Irrfan sir that you don’t need to rehearse much.”
During the shoot of Hindi Medium, she added how Irrfan’s magic created a different ambience on the sets. The Mrs & Mr Shameem actress also regretted not being in touch with Irrfan Khan. The actress explained that when his health deteriorated, she thought of calling him to know about his well-being but she couldn’t because of shooting and travelling.
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