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Keerthy Suresh remembers late childhood friend with emotional note

Keerthy Suresh shared an emotional Instagram note remembering her late childhood friend Maneesha on her birthday, recalling her eight-year battle with a brain tumour and expressing that the pain of losing a friend never fades. Chennai: Actress Keerthy Suresh, who turned emotional remembering her late childhood friend Maneesha on the occasion of her birthday, has said that no matter what, the vacuum of losing a friend can never be erased. Taking to her Instagram page to pen a touching message that showed how much she missed her dear friend, who passed away a year ago after battling a brain tumour for over eight years, Keerthy Suresh wrote: “It’s been a year, and there hasn’t been a day I haven’t thought…

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Rashmika Mandanna reveals what her ‘non-filming’ days are like

Rashmika Mandanna shares how she spends her time away from shooting—journaling, walking her dog, reading, and quiet family moments—while balancing brand work. She awaits the release of The Girlfriend and Thama. Mumbai: Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has been crowned as the National Crush, has given a sneak peek into a day of her life when she’s not filming. Sharing details about her off day, Rashmika told IANS: “On my non-filming days, I try to slow down. My mornings start with journaling. I still write in my diary regularly. It helps me feel present and grateful. I spend time with my dog, maybe go for a walk, catch up on reading or shows I’ve missed.” The actress said that sometimes she…

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‘Mama’ Priyanka Chopra, daughter Malti have ‘made it’ to Hyderabad

Priyanka Chopra and daughter Malti have landed in Hyderabad, prompting speculation about her role in SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film SSMB29. The actress shared glimpses of their arrival on Instagram, calling it a moment of joy: “Hyderabad we made it.” Mumbai: Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and her daughter Malti Marie have touched down in Hyderabad. Priyanka took to her Instagram stories, where she shared two pictures. The first image featured Malti’s tiny feet and hands. The photograph was captioned: “Mama and Malti.” The next was an adorable picture of Malti looking out of the window of the car. The picture had a text overlay, which read: “Hyderabad we made it.” The actress did not share why she is in the City…

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SRK thanks Shashi Tharoor in politician’s inimitable style

Shah Rukh Khan thanked Shashi Tharoor in a humorous post after winning his first National Award for “Jawan”. He shared a heartfelt video, calling the award a reminder of responsibility and passion. Mumbai: As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film “Jawan” at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, formerly called Twitter, for his win. “A National Treasure wins…

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Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri’s Dhadak 2 grosses Rs 9.09 crore

“Dhadak 2”, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, collected Rs 9.09 crore in two days. Released on Friday, the sequel faced delays due to CBFC hurdles before finally hitting theatres. New Delhi: “Dhadak 2”, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, has collected Rs 9.09 crore gross at the domestic box office in two days, the makers said on Sunday. Directed by Shazia Iqbal, best known for her short film “Bebaak”, “Dhadak 2” was released in theatres on Friday. It is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, Zee Studios and Cloud 9 Pictures. The makers shared the box office collection by uploading a film poster on X. The poster had the box office numbers written over it. “A love that soars!…

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Tom Holland begins filming for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

Tom Holland has officially begun filming Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the next chapter in Marvel’s blockbuster franchise. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the film also stars Zendaya and Sadie Sink and is set to release on July 31, 2026. Los Angeles: Hollywood star Tom Holland has started shooting for his film “Spider-Man: Brand New Day”. Slated to release in theatres on July 31, 2026, the upcoming installment of the “Spider-Man” franchise is directed by Destin Daniel Cretton. It also stars Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Sadie Sink, and Liza Colon-Zayas, among others. The 29-year-old actor shared the news by uploading a video post on his Instagram handle on Saturday. The post featured Holland in the costume of his character walking towards the camera.…

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‘Firestorm’ from OG races to No. 2 on global music video charts

Pawan Kalyan’s OG single Firestorm storms to No. 2 on global music video charts, with Thaman’s powerful composition igniting massive fan celebrations ahead of the film’s September 25 release. Hyderabad: The first single from Pawan Kalyan’s upcoming film OG has set social media on fire, racing to the second spot on worldwide music video charts within days of its release. Titled Firestorm, the track has become a celebration for fans, who have been eagerly waiting for a glimpse of the Sujeeth-directed action drama. The song’s fierce beats and slick visuals have given it an instant push into the global spotlight. Backed by Thaman’s composition and vocals, the number also features Silambarasan TR (Simbu), Raja Kumari and others, bringing an unusual…

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Vijay’s TVK holds statewide training for 20000 polling agents

Actor-politician Vijay’s party TVK is holding statewide training for over 20,000 polling agents to use the ‘My TVK’ app, boosting digital membership drive efforts ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Chennai: Actor-politician Vijay’s TVK is conducting a massive statewide training programme on Sunday to equip over 20,000 polling agents and party functionaries with the skills to use its in-house “My TVK App” during the ongoing door-to-door digital membership drive. The training, taking place across 26 corporation districts, will cover 15,652 polling stations in 54 Assembly constituencies. District secretaries and IT wing administrators have been tasked with conducting the sessions at the local level. The training will be conducted through LED screen demonstrations, with step-by-step explanations to ensure smooth adoption of…

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Manam to light up Japanese theatres; Nagarjuna to greet fans online

Over a decade after its release, Manam travels to Japan on August 8, where fans of “Nag Sama” will watch the Akkineni family on big screens. Hyderabad: There are films that stay close to people long after their release. Manam is one of them. More than a decade after it first came out, the Telugu classic is now finding a new home; this time in Japan. On August 8, 2025, Manam will be released in Japanese theatres. Adding to the excitement, Akkineni Nagarjuna will join one of the screenings virtually to meet and talk to his fans in Japan, who fondly address him as “Nag Sama.” First released in 2014, the film is remembered for bringing three generations of the…

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Shruti Haasan on Coolie: “It’s a film full of action, but there’s a soul to it”

Shruti Haasan opens up about Coolie, sharing insights on balancing action with emotion, working with Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna, Lokesh Kanagaraj’s clarity, and why this action-packed entertainer still has a soulful core. Hyderabad: Who can forget Sithara ma’am from Premam? Or Charuseela from Srimanthudu? Years before that, Bhagyalakshmi in Gabbar Singh and Spandana in Race Gurram had already made their place in people’s hearts. And just when everyone thought they had seen all shades of her, Krack brought a surprise: a caring mother who suddenly fights back and later reveals that she was once a police officer who had left the force for her family. Shruti Haasan has always been an actress who brings freshness to the screen every time she appears.…

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