ENTERTAINMENT

Karishma Tanna gives a ‘healthy and yummy’ twist to her post-workout protein shake

The ‘Scoop’ actor took to her official Instagram handle and shared her personal recipe for a post-workout protein shake Celebrities these days invest a lot of time and energy to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and Karishma Tanna is no exception. Recently the ‘Scoop’ actor took to her official Instagram handle and shared her personal recipe for a post-workout protein shake. Karishma Tanna’s healthy yet delicious protein shake recipe goes like this: Start with some unsweetened cocoa, add chia seeds and some plant protein, along with unsweetened peanut butter, homemade flaxseed, and almond powder. Lastly, add some dates (optional) and water and blend the mixture well. Dropping the recipe video on social media, she captioned the post, “Hope you like it.. try it and tag me in your reels. Have a good day. (sic)” Meanwhile, on the…

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‘Game Changer’ ticket price hike: BRS questions Revanth Reddy’s U-turn

Party leaders ask what the Telangana Chief Minister received from TFDC Chairman Dil Raju in return for the exemptions Hyderabad: BRS leaders launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over special exemptions granted to the movie ‘Game Changer’, produced by TFDC Chairman Dil Raju. Speaking to mediapersons at Telangana Bhavan, MLC Deshapati Srinivas charged the Chief Minister of duplicity, questioning the rationale behind favouring Dil Raju. “If Dil Raju believes Telangana has the vibe of toddy and mutton, he should open toddy and mutton shops instead of seeking ticket price hikes for his films. His anti-Telangana stance is well-known,” he said, condemning the Congress and Dil Raju’s attack on Telangana culture. Former MLA Rasamayi Balakishan asked what Revanth…

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Traffic curbs in Hyderabad for ‘Daaku Maharaaj’ pre-release event on Friday

Moderate traffic congestion expected near Kotla Vijaya Bhaskar Stadium in Yousufguda Hyderabad: In view of the pre-release event of actor Balakrishna’s latest film Daaku Maharaaj to be held at Yousufguda 1st Battalion Grounds between 4 pm and 10 pm on Friday, certain traffic restrictions will be placed in the vicinity. Moderate traffic congestion is expected near Kotla Vijaya Bhaskar (KVBR) Stadium. Commuters are advised to take the following roads and avoid movement towards KVBR Stadium. Traffic from Jubilee Hills check post towards KVBR Stadium will be diverted at Krishna Nagar towards Sri Nagar colony-Punjagutta and vehicles coming from Maitrivanam junction towards Jubilee Hills check post and Madhapur will be diverted towards RBI Quarters-Krishna Nagar junction-Jubilee Hills check post. Traffic from Maitrivanam junction towards Borabanda bus…

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National Award-winning singer P. Jayachandran no more

Jayachandran, 80, was suffering from a terminal illness. Thrissur: Legendary singer P. Jayachandran passed away here at a hospital on Thursday night. He fell unconscious at his home and despite being rushed to the hospital, he could not be saved. Jayachandran, 80, was suffering from a terminal illness. In a singing career spanning over six decades, he sung more than 16,000 songs in numerous languages. He won the National Award for best singer besides five Kerala State awards and two Tamil Nadu state awards. In 2020, he was given the J.C. Daniel Prize, the biggest film award in Kerala given for outstanding contribution towards the film industry. Born into the Cochin Royal family on March 3, 1944, he graduated in Zoology and, after working for a…

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Manoj Muntashir Shukla and ‘Skyforce’ controversy: Makers give lyricist due credit for song

On Wednesday, the makers of the film took to their social media handles and shared the song with credit to Manoj, they even mentioned him in the caption for the asset The makers of the upcoming movie ‘Skyforce’ have rectified their mistake, and have now included lyricist and writer Manoj Muntashir Shukla’s name in the credits of the song ‘Maaye’ from the film. On Wednesday, the makers of the film took to their social media handles and shared the song with credit to Manoj, they even mentioned him in the caption for the asset. Earlier, Manoj issued a strict warning to the makers of the film, which stars Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, Sara Ali Khan and Nimrat Kaur, as they skipped giving him credits for writing the song. Manoj took to X, formerly Twitter, and penned an angry…

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Wamiqa Gabbi heaps praise on Imtiaz Ali for making a ‘school-going girl’ believe in herself

Crediting the filmmaker for casting her in a small role in ‘Jab We Met’, she thanked him and said, “You have unknowingly played a beautiful role in my life.”  Wamiqa Gabbi has credited filmmaker for playing a “beautiful role” in her life and thanked him for making the actor believe in herself. Wamiqa took to her Instagram stories, where she shared a post originally posted by Imtiaz. The post featured a moment from the 2007 film ‘Jab We Met’, where she played a cousin to actor Kareena Kapoor Khan’s iconic character Geet. The post also read: “Do you know this girl in Jab We Met who plays the role of Geet’s younger sister is none other than Wamiqa Gabbi. (sic)” Re-sharing the video, Wamiqa captioned the post: “Imtiaaaaaaaaz sir You have unknowingly played such a beautiful role in my life. Thaaank you for always being kind and making this little school going girl believe in…

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Jacob Elordi in negotiations to star in Ridley Scott’s next project

The actor is said to replace Paul Mescal, who ran into scheduling issues. Mescal, who stars in Scott’s ‘Gladiator’ sequel, had been poised to star in the film about a catastrophic flu virus that wipes out nearly all of humanity, as per a ‘Variety’ report Hollywood actor Jacob Elordi is in talks to star in Ridley Scott’s upcoming movie ‘The Dog Stars’ for 20th Century. The film is a post-apocalyptic thriller. The actor is said to replace Paul Mescal, who ran into scheduling issues. Mescal, who stars in Scott’s ‘Gladiator’ sequel, had been poised to star in the film about a catastrophic flu virus that wipes out nearly all of humanity, reports ‘Variety’. But he was forced to drop out due to filming Sam Mendes’ Beatles anthology. The project is based on a 2012 novel by…

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Telangana government approves ticket price hike for Ram Charan’s ‘Game Changer’

The move appears to be the outcome of ace producer Dil Raju’s meeting with CM Revanth Reddy with a request to consider price hike of tickets for two movies — ‘Game Changer’ and ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunnam’ — set to release as part of the Sankranthi festival offering Hyderabad: The Telangana government has permitted the filmmakers of Ram Charan-starrer Game Changer to hike the ticket prices for the movie slated for a worldwide release on January 10. In a GO issued on Wednesday, the government also allowed additional screenings of the movie. However, it has rejected the request for screening a benefit show at 1 am with enhanced rates. According to the GO, six shows can be screened on Friday (January 10), including an extra…

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Pritish Nandy passes away, Anupam Kher confirms on X

Pritish Nandy also served as a member of the Rajya Sabha, representing Maharashtra. He was elected as part of the then-united Shiv Sena. Mumbai: Indian journalist turned director Pritish Nandy passed away due to cardiac arrest on Wednesday at his residence in Mumbai. The news was confirmed by veteran actor Anupam Kher. The actor took to his X, and shared a note in memory of the late director. He shared two monochromatic images of the late director from decades apart. Anupam wrote, “Deeply deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends #PritishNandy! Amazing poet, writer, filmmaker and a brave and unique editor/journalist. He was my support system and a great source of…

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‘Madha Gaja Raja’ promotions: Sundar C reveals how his bond with Vishal began in a fight

At an event organised to promote the film, director Sundar C was visibly moved by a literally trembling Vishal’s commitment to turn up for the film’s promotions despite running a high temperature Hyderabad: Director Sundar C, whose long-awaited film ‘Madha Gaja Raja’ is releasing on January 12 after almost awaiting release for over a decade, has disclosed that the special bond he now shares with the film’s lead actor Vishal actually began in a fight. At an event organised to promote the film, director Sundar C, who was visibly moved by a literally trembling Vishal’s commitment to turn up for the film’s promotions despite running a high temperature, said, “The way we became friends is a story in itself. Initially,…

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