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    Dua Lipa looks back at the time when she had her eureka moment

    Los Angeles:Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa, who recently released her album ‘Radical Optimism’, has spoken up on her eureka moment. The singer shared that it was a song called ‘Illusion’, where she felt that lyrically she got the radical optimism, reports ‘Variety’. Dua spoke with ‘Variety’ in an interview and shared that she felt very strong in the moment when she was writing that song. The singer said: “I felt in a stronger power of position, because I was like maybe before, I would have fallen for something like this and now I can dance with the illusion, and it’s something for me too, you know? I think musically also, when Kevin and Danny came together and it was the live drums and the synths and the big music breakdown, in my head the big dance moment, when all those came together it was just a feeling.” Dua further…
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    Watch: SS Rajamouli shares exciting updates about Mahesh Babu’s SSMB29 in Japan

    Hyderabad: Director SS Rajamouli has announced key details about his upcoming film SSMB29, starring Mahesh Babu and introduced the star actor to his fans in Japan. In an exciting new update on the highly anticipated film, Rajamouli revealed that the movie has completed the writing phase and is progressing towards the pre-productions stages. In a video clip shot in Japan, SS Rajamouli can be seen attending a special screening of his blockbuster film RRR. Speaking about the upcoming film, he said that only the protagonist has been finalised and casting for the film is yet to be finished. “Only the main hero is locked, the protagonist of the film is locked. His name is Mahesh Babu, he is a Telugu actor. Looks like many of you already know him. He is very handsome,” he added. The movies is rumoured to have a massive budget of around Rs. 1000 Cr.
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    Jawan’ to be telecast in Telugu on March 17 on Zee Telugu

    Hyderabad: Bollywood Blockbuster ‘Jawan’ is all set to hit the television screens in Telugu this Sunday, March 17, at 5:30 pm, only on Zee Telugu. Directed by Atlee and produced by Gauri Khan, this movie promises an adrenaline-pumping experience for viewers across the Telugu-speaking States. ‘Jawan’ is a gripping tale of courage, redemption, and the fight against injustice. The story revolves around Vikram Rathore, played by Shah Rukh Khan, an Indian soldier who takes matters into his own hands to combat the evils in the society. When he takes control of a subway train and demands justice against the weapon dealer, Khaali Gaikwad, played by Vijay Sethupathi, it starts a series of exciting events that will keep viewers engaged. The movie also has Nayanthara playing NSG officer Narmada. The movie also has an emotional aspect as it shows the intricate relationship between a father and a son. With…
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    Get ready for Double Fun: Save The Tigers season 2 is out

    The second installment of Save The Tigers is out and is really an impressive watch. Written by Pradeep Advaitam and Mahi V Raghav and, directed by TejaKakumanu, Save the Tigers-2 comes with an impressive cast that include Priyadarshi Pulikonda as Ghanta Ravi, Abhinav Gomatam as Rahul, Krishna Chaitanya as Vikram, and talented actresses like Deviyani Sharma, Pavani Gangireddy, and Jordar Sujatha. The first part of Save The Tigers was released in April 2023, and the just released second season kicks off with a gripping interrogation scene. Our three friends find themselves in trouble, accused of kidnapping an actress played by Seerat Kapoor. But hold tight as things quickly take a hilarious and intriguing turn in the following episodes. The series keeps you hooked with its witty humour and twists. And just when you think it’s all over, the season finale hits you with a wave of surprises. In terms of performances, Abhinav steals the show with his comedictiming especially in his scenes with Rohini, who plays the house help. Their chemistry is fantastic, adding an extra layer of humour to…
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    ‘Squid Game’ actor convicted of sexual misconduct

    Los Angeles: Actor O Yeong-Su, best known for his role in ‘Squid Game’, has been convicted of sexual misconduct over allegations he hugged and kissed a woman on the cheek against her wishes. O was sentenced to up to eight months in prison, suspended for two years, by the Seongnam Branch of the Suwon District Court, Deadline reported, citing information from Korean reports. The 79-year-old was charged in 2022 over allegations that he hugged a woman and kissed her on the cheek in 2017. However, he denied the charges. After leaving the court on Friday, he told reporters that he would appeal the ruling, which included attending a 40-hour sexual offender treatment program. O has previously said he held the woman’s hand to guide her around a lake. “I apologized because (the person) said she wouldn’t make a fuss about it but it doesn’t mean that I…
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    Amitabh Bachchan admitted to hospital, undergoes angioplasty

    Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has reportedly been admitted to Kokilaben Hospital, in Andheri, Mumbai, and has undergone an angioplasty. According to the sources, “He underwent an angioplasty, but there is still no confirmation regarding his health update.” Big B, who is an avid social media user, took to X and wrote: “T4950-in gratitude ever…” In his blog, Amitabh, who was last seen in ‘Ganapath’, said: “Ever in gratitude for all your prayers and love… Ever in gratitude for the grace of your affection…ever in gratitude for your continuity…Love and more later.” More details are awaited on the same. Meanwhile, on the work front, he next has ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, ‘Butterfly’, and ‘Vettaiyan’.
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    Ed Sheeran strikes SRK’s iconic pose alongside the Bollywood star

    Mumbai: British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, who is set to perform in Mumbai on March 16, struck the iconic Shah Rukh Khan pose yet again and this time, he was joined by the Bollywood megastar himself. Earlier, he shook a leg with his friend Armaan Malik. Both SRK and Ed Sheeran took to their respective Instagram accounts and shared a video post, with the caption reading: “This is the Shape Of Us spreading love”. In the video, SRK was seen in a loose shirt with a papercutting print which he paired with ripped jeans and sneakers. Ed Sheeran wore black pants and a marble print sweatshirt which he paired with his Jordans. They played the song ‘Deewangi Deewangi’ from the SRK-starrer ‘Om Shanti Om’. As soon as the two shared the post on the photo-sharing app, their fans flooded the comments section awestruck by their camaraderie. SRK’s friend and Director-choreographer Farah…
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    Mrunal Thakur to speak at UN panel on human cost of conflict-related sexual violence

    Mumbai: Actress Mrunal Thakur, who is known for ‘Sita Ramam’, ‘Hi Nanna’, ‘Dhamaka’, and others, is set to participate in a panel discussion titled ‘Human Cost of Conflict Related Sexual Violence’. The panel is set to be hosted at the UN Headquarters in New York on Thursday, and the actress will attend the event virtually owing to her work commitments. Mrunal’s work in ‘Love Sonia’ brought her a lot of acclaim, as the film sheds light on the grim reality of human trafficking. The panel aims to explore the global context and impact of sexual violence in conflict zones, including its links with human trafficking. Mrunal’s presence adds significant weight to the discussion, given her portrayal of the harrowing experiences faced by victims of trafficking in ‘Love Sonia’. Expressing her anticipation for the event, Mrunal said in a statement: “Being a part of this panel discussion is a…
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    Renowned personalities join WWF-India’s ‘Give an Hour for Earth’ initiative for Earth Hour 2024

    Hyderabad: Noted personalities including PV Sindhu, Dia Mirza, Dulquer Salmaan, and Raghu Dixit will join World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-India’s ‘Give an Hour for Earth’ as ‘Goodwill Ambassadors’. This initiative aims to inspire individuals worldwide to commit an hour to sustainable actions as part of Earth Hour 2024, the largest grassroots environmental campaign on the planet. Scheduled for March 23, starting at 8.30 pm, the environmental campaign aims to amplify efforts in addressing climate and nature loss challenges by emphasizing the collective power of individuals and communities. As Goodwill Ambassadors, the four renowned personalities have vowed to dedicate 60 minutes to activities that benefit the environment. Dia Mirza says, “Every year, I look forward to the Switch Off movement, which makes a ripple around the country — and the world — and I ardently hope that this time, we will create the biggest Earth Hour ever.”…
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    Al Pacino addresses Oscars’ Best Picture Controversy: ‘Not my intention…’

    Al Pacino says he was following the instructions of the Oscars producers when he omitted the names of the best picture nominees while announcing the winner of the show’s biggest category. The Oscar-winning actor was Sunday night’s final presenter and announced ‘Oppenheimer’ as the best picture winner without naming the full slate of nominees. “I just want to be clear it was not my intention to omit them, rather a choice by the producers not to have them said again since they were highlighted individually throughout the ceremony. I was honoured to be a part of the evening and chose to follow the way they wished for this award to be presented,” Pacino said in a statement Monday afternoon.” “I realise being nominated is a huge milestone in one’s life and to not be fully recognised is offensive and hurtful. I say this as someone who profoundly…

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    • Feb- 2024 -
      17 February

      Dangal actor Suhani Bhatnagar dies at 19

      Hyderabad: Actress Suhani Bhatnagar, Aamir Khan’s Dangal co-star, has passed away on Saturday. She was 19. The young actress was reportedly admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi. She has been undergoing treatment for fluid accumulation in her body for quite some time. As per reports, Suhani’s funeral will be held in Faridabad. Her final rites will take place in Ajronda crematorium. Further details are awaited.

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    • 16 February

      Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga dance, meet face to face in new pics from ‘Joker 2’

      Washington DC: Makers of the upcoming musical thriller sequel ‘Joker: Folie a Deux’ have shared new pictures of the lead actors Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga from the film. Taking to Instagram, DC Comics shared a string of pictures which they captioned, “Feeling the love #JokerFolieADeux 10.4.24” The first picture features Phoenix, dressed up as his character Joker, facing Gaga, who plays Harley Quinn as she looks away. Both of them appeared to be on stage with the spotlight on them. In the second photo, the on-screen couple appeared to be sharing a cute moment. While Phoenix stood on one side of the bars, Gaga was seen on the other side. In the third pic, Gaga and Phoenix were seen dancing on the…

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    • 15 February

      Allu Arjun represents Indian cinema at Berlinale with ‘Pushpa: The Rise’

      Mumbai: Actor Allu Arjun is all set to represent Indian cinema at the Berlin Film Festival with the special screening of the 2021 blockbuster ‘Pushpa: The Rise’, directed by Sukumar. Arjun will be seen having a conversation with international filmmakers, producers, and market buyers during his visit. Also, he will interact with the international press alongside the screening. The action drama also stars Fahadh Faasil and Rashmika Mandanna. The first instalment depicts the rise of a coolie Pushpa Raj in the smuggling syndicate of red sandalwood, a rare wood that grows only in the Seshachalam Hills of Tirupati in Andhra Pradesh. The ‘Pushpa’ franchise has gained global success with ‘Pushpa The Rise’ in countries such as Russia, US, Gulf, Australia and UK. The film’s…

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    • 15 February

      Alia Bhatt exudes boss lady vibes at ‘Poacher’ trailer launch

      Mumbai: Alia Bhatt who attended the trailer launch of the upcoming crime series ‘Poacher’ on Thursday, wowed everyone with her exquisite style. She exuded charm with her outfit choice of a pantsuit with hues of blue and green. Makers of the upcoming crime series ‘Poacher’ unveiled its official trailer on Thursday. Taking to Instagram, OTT platform Prime Video shared the trailer that they captioned, “a story of one of the biggest crime rackets in India! #PoacherOnPrime, a new Amazon Original Crime series premiering on Feb 23. Trailer out now!” ‘Poacher’ is produced by Oscar-winning production company QC Entertainment and created, written, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta, with Alia Bhatt as Executive Producer of the series. The trailer provides a…

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    • Jan- 2024 -
      25 January

      Shruti Haasan boards ‘Chennai Story’ directed by BAFTA winner Philip John

      Hyderabad: Shruti Haasan is set to headline ‘Chennai Story ‘a ground-breaking Indo-UK co-production backed by the British Film Institute’s (BFI) UK Global Screen Fund. ‘Chennai Story’ is the first Indian film project to be included in the funding awards instituted by the British Film Institute, thus establishing a new benchmark for global collaborations with India. The movie, which is co-produced by Guru Films (India), Ripple World Pictures (UK) and ie ie Productions (Wales) aims to be made under the bilateral UK-India Co-production Treaty. In 2023, ‘Chennai Story’, was the sole Indian project to be included by the BFI for funding through its UK Global Screen Fund that was launched in April 2021 to boost global opportunities for the UK’s independent screen sector.…

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    • 25 January

      Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ set to stream on Netflix from this date

      Mumbai: Actor Ranbir Kapoor-starrer blockbuster action drama ‘Animal’ is now all set to stream digitally from Republic Day. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the movie explores the intricacies of modern-day relationships, focusing on the dynamics between a father and son. It stars Ranbir in a dual role as Ranvijay and Aziz Haque. The movie stars Anil Kapoor as Ranbir’s father- Balbir Singh. The film also features Bobby Deol in a pivotal role of Abrar Haque. Rashmika Mandanna plays Ranbir’s wife Geetanjali. Triptii Dimri portrays the character of Zoya. The film also features Shakti Kapoor, Prem Chopra, Suresh Oberoi and among others. Talking about the OTT release of the film, Ranbir shared: “We are absolutely overjoyed by the response ‘Animal’ received in theatres and now I…

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    • 20 January

      Akshay and Tiger Soar in new ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ poster

      Mumbai: Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar, and Tiger Shroff look every inch-deadly in the new poster of ‘Bade Miyan and Chote Miyan’, which gives a sneak-peek into the film, hinting at a perfect blend of action, charisma and entertainment. The new poster was unveiled on Saturday, giving a glimpse of the thrilling ride as Akshay and Tiger, who have joined forces in the Ali Abbas Zafar directorial movie. The poster radiates intensity as Akshay and Tiger have set the stage for an epic showdown. It features the actors fully armed with guns in their hands, wearing bulletproof jackets, helicopters hovering around them. Tiger is flaunting his biceps, while the duo pose intensely for the cameras. The poster has a note: “The world…

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    • 18 January

      Nandamuri Balakrishna wishes Telugu Titans ahead of Pro Kabaddi League

      Hyderabad: In a heartfelt gesture, the Telugu Titans team visited the house of iconic South superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna, affectionately known as Ballaya, to give him the home team’s jersey and invite him for the opening match as they gear up for the crucial Hyderabad leg in the Pro Kabaddi League Season 10. The legendary actor, brand ambassador of PKL on Star Sports Network, will grace the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad on January 19 to cheer for the Telugu Titans, adding an aura of excitement to the opening game of the Telugu Titans. Balakrishna expressed his best wishes for the Telugu Titans, stating, “I extend my best wishes to the Telugu Titans team as they embark on their journey in the Hyderabad…

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    • 6 January

      Watch: When this ‘Animal’ actor saved a girl from jumping off building

      Netizens are hailing ‘Animal’ actor Manjot Singh as a ‘real life hero,’ after an old video of his has resurfaced online. In the video that is now going viral, the actor can be seen saving a girl from attempting suicide by jumping off a building. In the video which he shared on his Instagram handle, Manjot Singh is seen rushing to rescue the girl perched on the ledge of a building and grabbing her arm right in time. The video is reportedly  from the actor’s BTech days at Sharda University in Greater Noida. “This happened in 2019 a girl was committing SUICIDE and by the grace of god i was able to save her i was in right place at…

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    • 6 January

      US actor Christian Oliver and his 2 daughters died in a plane crash in the Caribbean, police say

      San Juan: US actor Christian Oliver and his two daughters died in a plane crash near a tiny private island in the eastern Caribbean, according to police in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The crash occurred on Thursday just west of Petit Nevis island near Bequia as the plane headed for nearby St. Lucia, police said in a statement. They identified the daughters as Madita Klepser, 10, and Annik Klepser, 12, adding that the pilot, Robert Sachs, also died. It wasn’t immediately clear what caused the crash, according to police. Authorities said fishermen and divers in the area went to the crash site to help as the St. Vincent and Grenadines Coast Guard headed to the area.“The selfless and brave acts…

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