ENTERTAINMENT
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Oct- 2024 -10 October
Alarming rise of inappropriate content poses risk to childhood innocence
As the battle for TRPs and online fame continues, content becomes increasingly inappropriate for kids who model their behavior based on what they see online. Hyderabad: In recent years, online platforms have witnessed a significant rise in young influencers, some as young as ten years old. Unfortunately, many of these children engage in content that is far from age-appropriate. The content, especially reality shows and short videos, often appeals to the masses but it raises several questions as we see children make ill-suited content. Expressing deep concern over potential impact on kids, clinical child psychologist Aashlesha Kasula, says, “there is a risk that kids who normalise the use of abusive language or perform inappropriate content may grow up to be…
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7 October
Suriya wraps filming for 44th movie directed by Karthik Subbaraj
The upcoming film, starring Pooja Hegde, is produced by Suriya’s 2D Entertainment and Karthik Subbaraj’s Stone Bench Films. Suriya shared the update on his official X page on Sunday night. New Delhi: Tamil cinema star Suriya has completed filming on his 44th movie, directed by Karthik Subbaraj of “Jigarthanda DoubleX” fame. Also starring Pooja Hegde, the upcoming film is produced by Suriya’s banner 2D Entertainment and Subbaraj’s Stone Bench Films. The actor shared the film update on his official X page on Sunday night. “A wholesome, happy shoot got done across several locations… Lots of memories with the super talented cast & crew… “I made a brother for life @karthiksubbaraj thank you & our team for making #Suriya44 a memorable experience. #ShootWrap,”…
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7 October
Sonam, Rhea, Anand celebrate Karan Boolani’s birthday in Maldives
In her caption, she wrote: “Happy birthday to the incredible @karanboolani! Your positivity and passion inspire us all. I’m grateful to have you in our family. Here’s to another year of adventures, laughter, and unforgettable moments! Love you lots! #BirthdayBoy #FamilyLove.” Mumbai: Bollywood actress and fashionista Sonam Kapoor along with her sister Rhea Kapoor and husband Anand Ahuja made her brother-in-law’s birthday extra special in Maldives. The family is currently holidaying in Maldives and even shared some heartfelt moments featuring the birthday boy, who has made movies such as “Thank You For Coming”. Sonam shared a string of pictures of Boolani with her son Vayu among many other moments. For the caption, she wrote: “Happy birthday to the amazing @karanboolani !…
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7 October
Amazon acquires MX Player app; merges it with miniTV to launch Amazon MX Player
The merger aims to make premium-free entertainment accessible to a larger audience. New Delhi: Amazon on Monday said it has acquired free streaming OTT platform MX Player and merged it with its content streaming service miniTV to launch ‘Amazon MX Player’. Amazon did not disclose the valuation of the acquisition. The merger aims to make premium-free entertainment accessible to a larger audience. “Amazon recently acquired certain assets of MX Player, including the MX Player app, a leading free streaming OTT service in India. With this acquisition, Amazon is merging two of India’s most popular free AVOD (or ad-supported video on demand) services — MX Player and Amazon miniTV into one service — Amazon MX Player,” the statement said. In September, over 250…
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7 October
Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor filming romantic comedy “Abir Gulaal” in London
Production house Indian Stories announced that filming for the upcoming entertainer began on September 29 against the scenic backdrop of London. Director Aarti S Bagdi revealed that the film’s storyline revolves around themes of love and healing. Mumbai: Pakistani star Fawad Khan and Indian actress Vaani Kapoor are currently shooting in London for their upcoming romantic comedy christened “Abir Gulaal”. The shooting for the upcoming entertainer commenced on September 29 in the picturesque backdrop of London and was announced by production house Indian Stories. The film’s director Aarti S Bagdi offered a glimpse into the storyline and said that the film is about love and healing. Bagdi said: “The film explores the journey of two individuals who unintentionally help each other heal, with love…
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7 October
Muskan Bamne aims for new heights after exiting “Anupamaa,” joins “Bigg Boss 18”
“’Bigg Boss 18′ is a tremendous opportunity. After leaving ‘Anupamaa,’ I wanted to find something that would elevate my career. I’ve worked in TV, advertisements, and a few films, so I thought, why not try a reality show? Then ‘Bigg Boss’ approached me, and I decided to go for it,” Bamne shared. Mumbai: Actor Muskan Bamne says she wanted to go a level higher after her exit from the popular TV show “Anupamaa” and reality TV series “Bigg Boss 18” was the next perfect project. The actor, who played Pakhi in the Hindi drama from 2020 to 2023, made her acting debut in 2017 with “Haseena Parkar”, starring Shraddha Kapoor.
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7 October
Bigg Boss 18: Chum Darang urges film writers to create more roles for North-East actors
Discussing the increasing roles for North East talents in Bollywood, Chum told IANS, “Writers need to put in more effort, reimagine some characters, and write more for people from the North-East. I believe things are already changing.” Mumbai: ‘Bigg Boss 18’ contestant Chum Darang, who was seen in “Badhaai Do” in 2022 and Alia Bhatt-starrer “Gangubai Kathiawadi”, has spoken about how writers need to put in more work and write more for people from North-East. Talking about talents getting offered more roles from the North East in Bollywood, Chum told IANS: “I mean, the writers, they’ll have to put in more work, switch some characters and then write more for North-East people. I think things are changing anyway.” What made her take up…
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7 October
Sajid Khan honors late brother Wajid on birth anniversary with album ‘Jashn-E-Ghazal’
The album showcases a lineup of renowned artists from both Indian classical and mainstream music, including Padma Shri Ustad Ahmed Hussain, Padma Shri Kavita Krishnamurthy, Shaan, Muskan, Papon, Padma Shri Hariharan, Padma Shri Anup Jalota, Mohammed Vakil, Sayli Kamble, and Niti Dinesh Jain. Mumbai: Music composer Sajid Khan of the duo Sajid-Wajid is remembering his late brother Wajid Khan on the latter’s birth anniversary. Paying a tribute to his brother, Sajid has released the album ‘Jashn-E-Ghazal’ which consists of ten Ghazals The album features several prominent artistes from the world of Indian classical and mainstream music including Padma Shri Ustad Ahmed Hussain, Padma Shri Kavita Krishnamurthy, Shaan, Muskan, Papon, Padma Shri Hariharan, Padma Shri Anup Jalota, Mohammed Vakil, Sayli Kamble, and…
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5 October
Kate Winslet plans to mark 49th birthday by foing 50 “remarkable things”
“I’m not a fan of big parties or surprises. This year, I want to focus on doing 50 remarkable things — whether it’s a hike I’ve never tried, visiting a new place, or performing acts of kindness. I’m putting together a list,” she shared. Los Angeles: Oscar winning-actress Kate Winslet, who turns 49 on Saturday, says she doesn’t want a “big” birthday celebration and instead wants to spend the year doing 50 “remarkable things.” “I don’t like big parties, and I can’t stand surprises. I want to spend the year doing 50 remarkable things, whether that’s a particular hike I’ve never done, or a place I’ve never been, acts of kindness — I’m gathering a little list,” she told people.com. The “Lee”…
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5 October
Anne Hathaway confirms return for ‘Princess Diaries 3’
Development on Princess Diaries 3 is moving at brisk pace with Adele Lim signing on to direct the film Los Angeles: Hollywood star Anne Hathaway is set to return to the coming-of-age comedy franchise film Princess Diaries with its third instalment. The development on Princess Diaries 3 is moving at a brisk pace with Adele Lim signing on to direct, reports Variety. “As a diehard fan of the original Princess Diaries, I’m beyond excited to be a part of bringing the third iteration of this beloved franchise to life,” Lim said in a statement. “We look forward to celebrating its core tenants of female power, joy and mentorship with audiences worldwide.” As per Variety, the film is produced by Debra Martin Chase, who originated the film franchise starring Hathaway as Mia…
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