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Harry Potter's 'Dumbledore' Michael Gambon passes away

British-Irish actor Michael Gambon, perhaps best known for playing Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series, has died at the age of 82, his family said in a statement on Thursday.   Gambon's publicist issued the statement on the family's behalf, it said he died following "a bout of pneumonia."    "We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon. Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside," his family said.   Gambon won four television BAFTAs during his career as an actor. He worked in TV, film, radio and theater, before becoming well-known globally for his role as the second actor to play the headmaster of the Hogwarts school in the films based on J.K. Rowling's books.    Gambon was cast to the role after the death of the original Dumbledore actor, Richard Harris, in 2002. Actor Sir Michael Gambon has died aged 82. Albus Dumbledore was the role that made him popul

The Composer Who Made Lataji Faint

'Salilda and my brother Hridaynath would deliberately make my compositions tough.' 'Their logic was, "You can do it, so why should we not compose accordingly?",' Lata Mangeshkar, who would have turned 94 today, September 28, 2023, once told Subhash K Jha. from rediff movies https://ift.tt/o69qhcI

The Vaccine War Review

The Vaccine War leans towards stoking nationalistic fervour, but that shouldn't stop you from watching a film that is solemn about the Indian scientific community's achievement, notes Mayur Sanap. from rediff movies https://ift.tt/dnoGgwX

Fukrey 3 Review

The mental age of Fukrey 3's humour is the same as the ones who titter at number one-number two jokes. And this one certainly has more loo than laughs on its mind, observes Sukanya Verma. from rediff movies https://ift.tt/TenxO69

India's Best Dancer Season 3: Meet the top 5 finalists

New Delhi: India's Best Dancer 3, a Sony Entertainment Television original format, has honoured exceptional talent with spectacular moves who have proven their mettle in this fierce competition, staying true to its theme this season of #HarMoveSeKarengeProve.   The judges’ panel consists of Sonali Bendre, Geeta Kapur, and Terence Lewis.   The reality dance competition has now identified its "Top 5" finalists, including Aniket Chauhan and choreographer Kartik Raja, Anjali Mamgai and choreographer Akash Thapa, Samarpan Lama and choreographer Bhawana Khanduja, Vipul Khandpal and choreographer Pankaj Thapa, and Shivanshu Soni and choreographer Vivek.   Aniket Chauhan from Delhi, who is known as the "Charlie Chaplin of India's Best Dancer 3," earned himself the top spot in the "Behtareen Teerah" and has since repeatedly left everyone in awe of his talent.         View this post on Instagram                    

PM Modi remembers Dev Anand on his 100th birth anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi remembered legendary actor Dev Anand on his 100th birth anniversary on Tuesday.   Taking to X (formerly twitter), Modi said 'Dev Anand Ji is remembered as an 'evergreen icon'. His flair for storytelling and passion for cinema were unmatched.   His films not only entertained but also reflected the changing society and aspirations of India.   Dev Anand's timeless performances continue to influence generations'. Remembering him on his 100th birth anniversary', the PM said.   Modi also posted pictures of the actor and director Dev Anand on X. Dev Anand Ji is remembered as an evergreen icon. His flair for storytelling and passion for cinema were unmatched. His films not only entertained but also reflected the changing society and aspirations of India. His timeless performances continue to influence generations.… pic.twitter.com/j1JdajHUec — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 26, 2023   “Dev Anand talent fo

PHOTOS: Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha share first wedding pictures, bridal veil with ‘Raghav’ name steals the limelight

Actor Parineeti Chopra and politician Raghav Chadha tied the knot in a grand ceremony in Udaipur on September 24.   The newlywed couple has shared the first official pictures from their dreamy wedding ceremony. Sharing the photos, the couple wrote: “From the very first chat at the breakfast table, our hearts knew. Been waiting for this day for a long time .. So blessed to finally be Mr and Mrs. Couldn’t have lived without each other .. Our forever begins now!”   The couple wore cream wedding attires and the special attraction was Parineeti's bridal veil with ‘Raghav’ name on it. The Ladki wale were staying at The Leela Palace, whereas the Ladka wale were at the Taj Lake Palace. The baraat traveled from the Taj Lake Palace to The Leela Palace by boat.         View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by @parineetichopra   The wedding ceremonies were attended by several personalities from the B-Town and political c

Kareena Kapoor Khan next movie is 'Singham Again'

New Delhi :Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor will be seen in the film 'Singham Again'. Rohit Shetty has started shooting for his next film, Simmba. Kareena Kapoor played the role of Ajay Devgn's wife in Singham Returns. The film stars Ajay Devgn, Ranveer Singh, and Akshay Kumar. Apart from this, Kareena Kapoor Khan will also be seen in the film 'Takht'.Kareena Kapoor has hinted that she will be a part of Singham again. "I am entering a phase that is unknown, but I am super excited."I just want to explore; it's not about success or failure.It's not about the pressure of box office numbers.There will be The Crew, there will be Singham, and there will be all that is the quintessential heroine and Bebo. But I like to explore myself as an actor. Now, it's not about stardom. I don't want to starve anymore. I always wanted to be in front of the camera and create my own identity as an actor, and that has been my top priority.I think I'

Sanjay Dutt & Tiger Shroff to work together in 'Master Blaster'

New Delhi: Bollywood actors Sanjay Dutt and Tiger Shroff will be seen in 'Master Blaster'.Bollywood filmmaker Firoz Nadiadwala will be directing the movie.The film stars Sanjay Dutt and Tiger Shroff in lead roles. Sanjay and Tiger will be sharing screen space for the first time in the film.Master Blaster is an action-comedy film.The film will be extensively shot in Hong Kong, Macau, and China, with technical crews from Los Angeles and China. The stars of the film 'Master Blaster' will have to undergo rigorous training in martial arts."In this, you will have to learn hand-to-hand combat and ancient methods".The training of the stars will be under the supervision of Shaolin monks. (UNI) from Bollywood https://ift.tt/cT1OeqA

Alia Bhatt poses with Thai actor Davika Hoorne at Gucci Ancora show in Milan

New Delhi: Alia Bhatt, an Indian actress and Gucci global ambassador, attended the Gucci Ancora Spring/Summer 2024 runway show in Milan during Milan Fashion Week. In the video, Bad Bunny, Kendall Jenner, and Anna Wintour can all be seen seated in the front row alongside Alia. In a widely shared photo from the occasion, Alia is seen hugging Thai actor Davika Hoorne. A few months prior, the two had first connected at a different event for the same company in Seoul. Alia looked lovely in a sparkly bright green blouse and blue bell-bottom jeans, while Davika looked elegant and fashionable in her black and maroon ensemble.Following a tender hug, the stunning divas were spotted chit-chatting. Likes and comments rushed in from all directions as soon as the photos and videos from the event appeared on social media.Alia is a fantastic actress and a true international star, noted one fan, while another added, "These two are the new besties." On the post, several people rea

OTT Releases of the Week: Sex Education Season 4, Jaane Jaan, What The Fafda, Clean With Passion For Now and more

Streaming platforms are our gateway to endless entertainment, and staying in the loop with the latest releases is your passport to a world of cinematic treasures. This week, we've got your back with a handpicked selection of sizzling OTT releases on Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+Hotstar, MX Player and ShemarooMe set to whisk you away to new realms, tickle your funny bone, and keep you on the edge of your seat.    From gripping dramas to side-splitting comedies, we've combed the digital landscape to present you with the week's unmissable gems. So, grab your popcorn, find your cozy spot, and let's dive into this thrilling world of OTT releases that demand your attention!   Athidhi Prepare for an exceptional cinematic experience as "Athidhi," a Telugu film, seamlessly combines elements of horror, romance, and thriller. Venu Thottempudi, a renowned figure in Tollywood, takes on a thrilling new role in this upcoming horror series. Disney+ Hotstar teasingly te

'Tumse Na Ho Payega script hit close to home' reveals Ishwak Singh

Mumbai: Tum Se Na Ho Payega, Disney+ Hotstar’s upcoming film is a relatable slice of life story set against the backdrop of two best friends who want to define their own success as they deal with what every aunt in their society is talking about.   Produced by Roy Kapur Films, RSVP, and Star Studios, along with Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and Nitesh Tiwari, Tum Se Na Ho Payega is directed by Abhishek Sinha and will begin streaming on Disney+ Hotstar starting September 29.   We all have had that one judgmental aunt in our lives who has constantly doubted our efforts and made us wonder: - ke log kya kahenge? From family to neighbors to sometimes your own friends, there are always people around the corner constantly bogging you down. The pressure of being perfect often weighs too heavily on a person, and you just want to break free! And that’s where Gaurav’s (Ishwak Singh) story begins: getting out of the corporate grind and pursuing what he wants.   Ishwak Singh’s character in Tum Se Na H

Jawan Box Office Collection: Shah Rukh Khan's movie enters Rs 500 cr club in India

New Delhi: Bollywood King Khan Shahrukh Khan's film 'Jawan' has crossed the Rs 500 crore mark in the Indian market.   Shah Rukh Khan's 'Jawan', directed by Atlee, was released on September 7.   The film is constantly breaking records.   The film got a grand opening, and every day, 'Jawaan' has broken records.   It has been 13 days since the release of the film.   The film is earning huge money at the box office.   Now the flick has achieved another milestone.   The total turnover of Jawan in India has crossed Rs 500 crore.   The film is produced by Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan under their banner, Red Chillies Entertainment.   Apart from Shah Rukh Khan, the film also stars Nayanthara, Sanya Malhotra, Sunil Grover, Vijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, and Ridhi Dogra. (UNI) from Bollywood https://ift.tt/EiqQ84y

Arshad Warsi to play politician in psychological thriller

New Delhi: Arshad Warsi, known for his comic roles in Bollywood films, will be seen playing a politician in a psychological thriller.   Arshad Warsi plays a politician in the film, directed by Nidheesh Poojakkal.   The film is a psychological thriller, the shooting of which has been completed, and the post-production work is currently underway.   The film also stars Juhi Chawla, Divya Dutta, and Jitendra Joshi in pivotal roles.   Talking about the film, director Nidheesh said, "Naren is a political wolf. His habit is to run the world according to his will, but one day something happens that makes him feel insecure about himself. This film is based on some of my childhood experiences". (UNI) from Bollywood https://ift.tt/yNQbSg8

Ganapath: Kriti Sanon’s FIRST LOOK from Tiger Shroff starrer OUT

New Delhi:  Bollywood actress Kriti Sanon's first look from her upcoming film 'Ganapath' has been released. Produced by Pooja Entertainment, 'Ganapath: Rise of the Hero' stars Tiger Shroff, Kriti Sanon, and Amitabh Bachchan in lead roles. Sharing the photo on his Instagram account, Tiger wrote, "She is fierce. She is unstoppable. She is ready to kill. #MeetJassi" She is fierce. She is unstoppable. She is ready to kill. #MeetJassi #Ganapath in cinemas this Dussehra, 20th October. @SrBachchan @vashubhagnani @kritisanon @jackkybhagnani #VikasBahl @honeybhagnani @poojafilms #GoodCo @slglobal001 @ZeeMusicCompany @VishalMMishra @ElliAvrRam … pic.twitter.com/zK1bB858bf — Tiger Shroff (@iTIGERSHROFF) September 19, 2023   A day earlier, a new poster of the film was released.   Sharing the poster on his Instagram account, Tiger wrote, "Who will stop him?When Bappa has his hands on Ganapath, ushering in a new world, #Ganapath is coming t

SHOCKING! Tamil actor Vijay Antony's daughter commits suicide

Famous Tamil actor and composer Vijay Antony's daughter allegedly died by suicide on Tuesday.   Meera, 16, was found dead at her residence in Chennai's Teynampet early Tuesday.   She was reportedly rushed to a hospital in Mylapore but was declared dead by doctors.   She was a Class 12th student and was battling depression, according to some reports.   Her body has now been sent for post-mortem.   Soon after the news broke on social media, the Tamil film fraternity offered condolences to the family.   Sarathkumar, director Venkat Prabhu and several others took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to offer condolences to their family.   Tamil actors, directors condole Vijay Antony's daughter's death Several Tamil actors and directors expressed grief over Vijay Antony's daughter's death.   In a post on X, director Venkat Prabhu said: "Woke up to this shocking news! Deepest condolences Vijay Antony Saar and family. RIP Meera." Woke up to

Animal: Heart-robber Ranbir Kapoor radiates sophistication in the new poster

New Delhi: Since making his acting debut in Saawariya in 2007, Ranbir Kapoor has stirred up a storm in the Bollywood industry with a string of smashing performances.   Ranbir Kapoor is about to enchant us once more, this time with 'Animal', proving that the Kapoor family is not just known for their "good looks" but also for their flawless acting abilities.   Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol will also appear in 'Animal'.   Recently, the release date for the movie's teaser was officially announced.   To see Ranbir Kapoor in his new role, fans are impatiently anticipating the teaser. RANBIR KAPOOR: ‘ANIMAL’ TEASER DROPS ON 28 SEPT… Team #Animal will unveil #AnimalTeaser on 28 Sept 2023 [ #RanbirKapoor ’s birthday]… Directed by #SandeepReddyVanga , the film arrives in *cinemas* on 1 Dec 2023. Will release in #Hindi , #Telugu , #Tamil , #Kannada and #Malayalam .… pic.twitter.com/DWoHzV5AIV — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) Septembe

'Dev Anand@100 - Forever Young', unique festival pays tribute to entertainment icon

New Delhi: A few days ago, the Film Heritage Foundation announced a unique festival titled 'Dev Anand@100 - Forever Young' that pays tribute to the timeless entertainment icon.   To commemorate the legendary Dev Anand's 100th birthday, the two-day weekend celebrations held jointly in association with NFDC-NFAI (National Film Development Corporation of India-National Film Archive of India) and PVR Inox will be conducted on September 23 and 24.   Audiences will get an unmissable opportunity to watch Dev Anand's iconic films restored by NFCDC-NFAI on the big screen.   According to sources, Waheeda Rehman, who has starred with Dev Anand in several films, has shared interesting anecdotes from the time when they were shooting for Guide.   "I was in Guide because of Dev Anand himself", Waheda said. She added that unfortunately, the original directors of Guide—Chetan Anand and Tad Danielewski—didn't want her in the film.   When Dev Anand asked Waheeda