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AAP MP questions mental health of actress turned politician Kangana Ranaut

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut's withdrawal of her statement on agricultural laws and her subsequent apology on Wednesday prompted Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP and Senior Spokesperson Malvinder Singh Kang to express concern about the actress-MP's mental condition,He also urged the BJP leadership to take notice. Kang noted that it took Kangana a long time to realise she is a member of the BJP. He emphasised that she should recognise her role not just as a party member, but as part of India's largest parliamentary body. This raises questions about her mental state, he said. Kang stated that leaders from the Punjab BJP have also commented on Kangana's mental condition. He urged the BJP to address the issue promptly and seek a solution. He asserted that Kangana does not make such provocative statements without the consent of BJP leadership. In fact, as part of the BJP's strategy, some leaders are deliberately positioned to issue hateful statements that create societal tensio

Amitabh reflects on evolving movie habits saying "Bade parde ka asar kuch aur hai"

Hosted by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 on Sony Entertainment Television continues to unite families with its engaging gameplay, heartwarming stories, and inspiring personalities. An upcoming episode will feature Kishor Aher from Bid, Maharashtra, a dedicated Librarian preparing for a competitive exam, who will take the hot seat, sharing his dream of establishing an educational institute in his village to honor his grandfather. In a light-hearted exchange about watching movies on the big screen, Big B remarked, “It often happens that when I go to watch a film, I read the title beforehand, but if someone asks me a month later which movie I watched, I forget the name. I mention this because nowadays, there is an overwhelming abundance of films. Whether on mobile or in theatres, there are countless options everywhere.” Kishor shared, "We usually watch movies on our mobile devices”, to which Amitabh replied, "I find it difficult to watch on such

VIDEO: Fans sacrifice goat ahead of Devara screening; actress Vedika calls it ‘horrific’

Jr.NTR-starrer 'Devara' premiered today (September 27) with special morning shows and enthusiastic fan celebrations. Now, a video of a violent celebration of fans sacrificing a goat before the first day first show of their favorite actor’s new release is going viral on the social media.   The viral footage shows one individual holding the goat by its head and another holding the legs, while a third individual gruesomely chops off its head. The blood from the sacrifice is then poured over a poster for the film Devara Part: 1. Sir @tarak9999 I’m deeply disturbed by reports of people taking extreme actions, like chopping a goat’s head, during the first day of the Devara movie release. Such behavior is unacceptable and should be met with legal action. pic.twitter.com/fm8LDfK2W1 — Sydney(@Sydney1Nation) September 27, 2024   Netizens are condemning this wild celebration of the fans. Popular actress Vedhika has also reacted on the video and wrote on X:   “this is horri

Kiran Rao-directorial 'Laapataa Ladies' is India's official entry for Oscars 2025

Presented by Jio Studios, Laapataa Ladies, has generated immense excitement and received a positive reception from both audiences and critics alike. The film continues to earn recognition and has been picked as India's official entry to the 97th Academy Awards, set to take place next year in March. The rural set drama beat 29 other movies from India to enter the Oscars 2025 race. The Film Federation of India (FFI) on Monday confirmed that Kiran Rao-directorial Laapataa Ladies is India's official entry for Oscars 2025. The film, co-produced by Aamir Khan along with Rao, garnered positive reviews upon its release from audiences and critics due to its different story. Sharing her excitement Jyoti Deshpande, President Media and Content business RIL shares “Laapataa Ladies being selected as India's entry for Oscar is a true testimony of our vision and commitment to Make in India and Show the world...this film has got unlimited love from audiences all over the world already

Megastar Chiranjeevi enters Guinness World Records for 24000 dance moves in 537 songs in Indian cinema

Hyderabad: Megastar Konidela Chiranjeevi adds one more feather to his cap as he is now entered the prestigious Guinness World Records. Earlier this year, Chiranjeevi has got the second highest civilian award of India – Padma Vibhushan, India's Second highest civilian honour. Recognizing Chiranjeevi as the ‘Most Prolific Film Star in the Indian Film Industry’, the award was presented by Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan at ala special event held here on Sunday attended by Guinness officials. The record-giving ceremony was also graced by producers and directors , who travelled closely with Chiranjeevi throughout his career. Over his 45-year career, Chiranjeevi has delivered more than 150 films, mesmerizing audiences with his signature dance performances and acting prowess. The new Guinness World Record acknowledges his 24,000 dance moves in 537 songs across 156 films, in over four decades in Indian cinema. He made his debut into Telugu films on September 22nd in 1978 and h

Indo-Canadian singer AP Dhillon to perform in India soon. Deets inside!

Mumbai: Indo-Canadian singer AP Dhillon, who emerged big on the musical horizon with the mega hit "Brown Munde", has announced he will soon perform in India.   Taking to the photo and video sharing social media service Instagram, Dhillon said with an emoji of the Indian national flag: "tour soon... I'm coming home".   Although he did not announce any date or venue for his concerts, the announcement was enough to excite his legions of fans.   In no time, fans expressed their happiness in the comment section. Till Sunday morning, the announcement was greeted by over 9.95 lakh likes and more than 4,300 omments.   One social media user wrote, 'I can't wait for your concert.' Another user commented, 'Wow, very excited.'   It is worth noting that recently many famous singers have announced their India tour. The list includes name of Punjabi film superstar Diljit Dosanjh.   Diljit wil start he Indian leg of his tour on October 26 at th

Film Jahankila carries an inspiring message for the youth: Kapil Dev

Chandigarh: While Punjabi films usually offer a mix of humour and light-heartedness, legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev feels 'Jahankila' is something different in that i carries a message for the youth. "So I stepped forward to promote it," said World Cup winning skipper Dev. Interacting with the media on the occasion of the release of "Jahankila", he said it carries an inspiring message for the youth. "So they must watch this film," he said. He also mentioned that although he watches fewer films generally, 'Jahankila' left an impact on him. The director of the film Vicky Kadam, whose directorial debut this is, explained that in collaboration with Housejet Productions and SVIP Films, it provides a platform for equal opportunities in content development for youth, enabling them to make significant contributions to society. He described how the film 'Jahankila' discusses patriotism, national unity, and focuses on empoweri

Actress Kaviyoor Ponnamma passes away

Malayalam actress Kaviyoor Ponnamma passed away after prolonged illness at a private hospital here on Friday.The 80-year-old actress was admitted to the hospital after her condition became serious a few days ago. The cremation will take place at her house premises at Aluva on Saturday at 4 pm. The body will be kept at Kalamasserry Municipal Town Hall from 9 am to 12 noon on Saturday for the public to pay homage. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, opposition leader VD Satheesan, and senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala condoled the demise of the actress.She began her career performing in theatre dramas before foraying into cinema. She has also acted in TV serials and commercials and has playback singing credits in a few films. She was a four-time Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actress winner. Her sister Kaviyoor Renuka was also an actress. Often called the mother to all actors, she has acted as the mother of almost all actors in her career panning over decad

Maha: HC asks CBFC to decide on release of Kangana Ranaut-starrer' Emergency'

The Bombay High Court directed the revising committee of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to take a decision by September 25 on issuing a certificate for the release of BJP MP and Bollywood actress Kanaga Ranaut-starrer 'Emergency'.A division bench of Justices B P Colabawalla and Firdosh P Pooniwalla was hearing a plea by Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd against CBFC for allegedly illegally and arbitrarily withholding the certificate granted to Kangana Ranaut’s Emergency. This request followed a controversy over claims that the film misrepresents the Sikh community.Expressing displeasure over the delay in the release of a certificate, the court said the delay in releasing the certificate has to stop as it would be curtailing freedom of expression and creative freedom and the longer the film takes to get released, there will be a ‘huge’ financial burden on the producers. “You (CBFC) must have the courage to say that this film will not be released. We will ap

Taaza Khabar back with its Season 2, Bhuvan Bam to face Jaaved Jaaferi

Mumbai: The much awaited Hotstar Specials’ Taaza Khabar is back with its season 2 streaming exclusively on September 27.   Produced by Rohit Raj and Bhuvan Bam under the banner of BB Ki Vines Productions and Directed by Himank Gaur, the series also stars the veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi along with Shriya Pilgaonkar, Prathamesh Parab, Deven Bhojani and Shilpa Shukla in prominent roles among others.   Jaaved Jaaferi joins the series in the powerful role of Yusuf Akhtar, a formidable threat to Vasya.   Vasya’s destiny and his vardaan will be challenged by the powerful Yusuf Akhtar leading to risking his life yet again along with his loved ones.   Viewers are once again exposed to the captivating on-screen chemistry between Bhuvan Bam and Shriya Pilgaonkar in the eagerly awaited Taaza Khabar Season 2. One of the show's highlights has been their chemistry as Vasya and Madhu, and their reunion for the upcoming season looks to expand on the solid foundation they laid in Season 1

The Night Manager gets nominated for Best Drama Series at International Emmy Awards 2024; Aditya Roy Kapoor says 'Big moment'

Mumbai: Disney + Hotstar Specials’ The Night Manager helmed by director and showrunner Sandeep Modi has bagged the nomination for Best Drama Series at the International Emmy Awards 2024. The Night Manager is a high-octane thriller wrapped in lavish drama and picturesque sights that narrates the tale of the ultimate showdown between Shelly Rungta and Shaan Sengupta. A Hindi-language adaptation of John le Carré’s novel “The Night Manager” produced by The Ink Factory and Banijay Asia, the series is created and directed by Sandeep Modi and second director Priyanka Ghose. The series is wrapped in lavish drama, picturesque sights and features eclectic talent including Anil Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur, Sobhita Dhulipala, Tillotama Shome, Saswata Chatterjee and Ravi Behl. Sumanta Bose, Business Head HSM and Content Head Disney + Hotstar (Hindi) said, "We are thrilled that 'The Night Manager' series has been nominated for the prestigious International Emmy Awards". An

'For The Longest Time, I Avoided Acting'

'I had got some offers from the South and most of them were negative roles.' 'I used to think that whatever I would play, the character would stay inside me and corrupt my value system.' 'So I was very scared of getting out of character, especially negative roles.' from rediff movies https://ift.tt/aWQuzl5

‘Lawrence Bishnoi ko bheju kya?’: Salman’s father Salim Khan threatened by burqa-clad woman

A man and a burqa-clad woman allegedly threatened veteran screenwriter Salim Khan, father of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in Mumbai's Bandra area, police said on Thursday.   The incident took place when Khan was sitting on a bench at the Bandra Bandstand after his morning walk on Wednesday.   The police have detained the accused duo.   "A man and a burqa-clad woman going on a two-wheeler spotted Salim Khan sitting at the Bandstand and came near him and asked him 'Lawrence Bishnoi ko bheju kya?' after taking a U-turn. Before he could act, they took a U-turn and zoomed past him, the police official said.   Salim Khan's bodyguard later lodged a complaint at the Bandra police station on Wednesday. Khan, who noted down part of the scooty’s number plate, shared the details with the police.   "We launched a probe and detained both the accused persons. During their investigation, they told us that they were playing mischief," the official said. f

Shraddha Kapoor tells you why self-validation is important in Femina’s September 2024 edition

Shraddha Kapoor, celebrated for her versatility, is one of the most sought-after actors in Hindi cinema. She became a household name with Aashiqui 2, capturing the hearts of millions with her iconic portrayal of Arohi Keshav Shirke in the cult musical romantic drama. From her charming role in Ek Villain to her intense character in Haider, Shraddha’s range is undeniably remarkable. She seamlessly transitions across genres, winning praise galore for films such as the blockbuster horror-comedies Stree and Stree 2, which also earned her both critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Known for her sincerity, passion for storytelling and fearless approach to challenging roles, Shraddha continues to push creative boundaries, serving as a major inspiration for the next generation of actors. Emphasising the importance of choosing projects that resonate with her, Shraddha shares, “I simply want to create meaningful work and be a part of great films. Right now, that’s my main focus.” As a b

Prime Video announces Indian adaptation of internationally acclaimed 'The Traitors'; Karan Johar to host reality show

Mumbai: Prime Video, India’s most loved entertainment destination, on Tuesday announced the Indian adaptation of the internationally acclaimed ultimate game of trust and deception, The Traitors. Collaborating with leading independent distributor All3Media International for the local adaptation of IDTV’s BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning global format that is produced by BBC Studios India Productions, Prime Video India will showcase the unscripted Original reality show. Emerging as one of the fastest-growing reality game-show formats in the world, with over 20 countries across continents adapting it for local audiences and languages, the Indian adaptation of The Traitors will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in Hindi with subtitles in English. The Indian adaptation of The Traitors is the latest addition to the Prime membership. Prime members in India enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just Rs 1499/year. The thrilling and captivating Origin

Singer B Praak to mesmerize Kolkata on October 20

Kolkata: Kolkata is set to host an extraordinary musical event as renowned Indian music composer and singer B Praak takes centre-stage for live concert "Kolkata Odyssey" on October 20 at Big Lawn Nicco Park.   The event promises to offer a transformative musical journey into the next dimension of live performances.   Kolkata Odyssey is a grand festival dedicated to celebrating the city's rich cultural and musical heritage. The festival is crafted to honour the vibrant spirit of Kolkata, offering an unforgettable night of music and celebration.   B Praak, a leading figure in the Indian music industry known for his distinctive voice and emotionally charged compositions, is likely to present his recent work from the film Animal, particularly the soul-stirring track “Saari Duniya Jala Denge”.   Alongside this latest sensation, B Praak will perform his chart-topping hits such as Teri Mitti, Zohrajabeen and Filhaal, which have deeply resonated with audiences.   On t

Japanese-language show 'Shogun' breaks record at 76th Emmys, wins 18 titles

"Shogun" — a period drama set in feudal Japan — reigned at the 76th Emmy Awards on Sunday, bagging an epic 18 wins in a single season.   The FX show won best drama series and also won acting awards for Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai, who made history by becoming the  first Japanese actors to win their categories.   Sanada called "Shogun" an "East meets West dream project" as he accepted his award at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.   "'Shogun' taught me [that] when we work together, we can make miracles," the actor said.   Shogun's 18-award streak is a record at the Emmys —  the highest honors in television — for a single season of a drama.   Surprise win for 'Hacks'   "Hacks" on HBO won in the category of best comedy series, in a shock for "The Bear," which was highly expected to clinch the award after big victories earlier in the evening.   The ceremony, however, did end on a high note f

'The Buckingham Murders' receives low opening than re-released Tumbbad

Kareena Kapoor Khan Starrer 'The Buckingham Murders' fared up so disastrous on Box office that it was superseded by a re released 'Tumbbad'. The Buckingham Murders hardly raked up a solitaire (1.15) crore While horror and thriller drama which was first released on 2018 went past the collections of its first release date with 1.65 crore. This is rare sign when a movie re released in cineplex draws footfalls more than a fresh released flick. However, 'The Buckingham Murders' which depicts a quest for justice by a mother turned spy is based on a immigrant based riot which rocked the leicestershire two years ago. 'The Buckingham Murders' is directed by Hansal Mehta and written by Aseem Arora, Raghav Raj Kakker, and Kashyap Kapoor.   The film is produced by Shobha Kapoor, Ekta Kapoor, and Kareena Kapoor Khan.The cast includes Kareena Kapoor Khan, Keith Allen, and Ranveer Brar, with cinematography by Emma Dalesman and music by Karan Kulkarni.The film had

"Have to watch with brother": Shraddha Kapoor likes trailer of Alia Bhatt's upcoming movie Jigra

Mumbai: Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has given the thumbs up to the teaser trailer of Alia Bhatt's upcoming movie Jigra.   The teaser trailer of the movie, also starring Vedang Raina in a lead role, was unveiled recently. The movie portrays the strong connection between two siblings.   Shraddha Kapoor in her instagram story shared, "I have to watch Jigra in theatre with my brother, what an amazing trailer". Alia jokingly replied, "hahaha thank you my blockbuster stree". Watch Jigra's tailer here:         View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Alia Bhatt from Bollywood https://english.webdunia.com/article/bollywood-masala/shraddha-kapoor-likes-trailer-of-ali-bhatt-upcoming-movie-jigra-124090900022_1.html

Jigra teaser shows Alia Bhatt in new avatar - WATCH

Mumbai: The teaser of Alia Bhatt's upcoming film Jigra has been released, showcasing the new avatar of the actress. Filmmaker Karan Johar shared the teaser on his Instagram account, hinting at a powerful story ahead. In the movie, Alia Bhatt's character is shown dealing with family struggles and courageously facing adversity. The film is scheduled to be released on October 11. The teaser of Jigra shows Alia in tears and telling someone about her painful childhood. The song 'Phoolon ka taaron ka sabka kehna hai....' plays in the background. The emotional trailer reveals snippets of storyline, highlighting the themes of resilience, determination, passion and showing courage in adversity and Alia performing some action scenes. The film stars Vedang Raina as Alia's brother. Manoj Pahwa is also playing an important role in the film, guiding her in the trailer and saying dialogue, "Bachchan nahi banna hai bach ke nikalna hai", in response to which Alia

Vitero Tiles ropes in Janhvi Kapoor as Brand Ambassador

Vitero Tiles, a leading brand in the Indian tile industry and a part of the renowned Aparna Enterprises Ltd (AEL') in Tuesday announced Bollywood star icon Janhvi Kapoor as its brand ambassador. This strategic partnership is a part of company’s long-term vision to enhance brand visibility, connect with a wider audience and establish itself as the top tile brand in the country, the company said in a release here. Speaking on the collaboration, Ashwin Reddy, Managing Director, Aparna Enterprises Ltd, said, "We are excited to welcome Janhvi Kapoor to the Vitero family. Her dynamic persona and eye for style perfectly complement the brand’s vision of redefining interiors with contemporary and high-quality tiles. This association further elevates the journey of Vitero towards being the top brand in the Indian tile market. Vitero has a significant market share in the Southern markets across retail & B2B formats and recently we made significant investment in JV manufacturi

KBC: Manu Bhaker impresses Big B with his iconic dialogue from Mohabbatein

Paris Olympic star Manu Bhaker surprised Amitabh Bachchan by delivering an iconic dialogue from his movie Mohabbatein on the set of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16, aired on Sony Entertainment television.Shooter Manu and Olympic medal-winning wrestler Aman Sehrawat, were jointly attending the special episode ‘Jeet Ka Jashn’ of KBC 16. During the show, Manu asked Amitabh, "I remember a dialogue from one of your iconic movies, should I say it." To this Big B said it would be great.Manu then delivered the dialogue: "Parampara, Pratishtha aur Anushasan, humare iss gurukul ke teen stambh hai. In teeno ke adhaar par hum tumhara aane wala kal bata sakte hai." (Tradition, prestige and discipline are the three pillars of this Gurukul. These are the ideals on which we shape you future). During the show an audio of a film song was played and Manu was asked about the main character of the song, to which she replied, "It can be Shahrukh Khan as he is the one who always talk

From Sci-Fi Thrillers to K-Pop Hype: Movies You Can't Miss This Week

This week's movie lineup at PVR INOX Cinemas is packed with variety and excitement. From heart-pounding thrillers and epic sci-fi adventures to films guaranteed to make you laugh, there's something for every movie lover. Music fans can catch an electrifying concert film, and there are plenty of other gems on the big screen. So, escape into the world of cinema with a film of your choice. Goat/The Greatest of All Time (Tamil, Telugu) Goat: The Greatest of All Times is a sci-fi action thriller that promises to be a real treat for fans. The story centres around a special anti-terrorist squad thrown into chaos after a terrorist bombing unearths long-buried secrets. As the plot unfolds, trust within the team is tested, and hidden truths emerge, setting the stage for an intense, action-packed experience. The film stars Thalapathy Vijay in dual roles, with impressive de-ageing technology creating a buzz around his youthful look. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, who is known for his u

Vasya is back! Bhuvan Bam starrer 'Taaza Khabar season 2' trailer out (VIDEO)

Mumbai: The much-awaited Hotstar Specials’ ‘Taaza Khabar’ is back with its season 2 streaming exclusively on September 27 on Disney+ Hotstar.   Vasya’s destiny and his Vardaan will be challenged by the powerful Yusuf Akhtar leading to risking his life yet again along with his loved ones. Will Vasya be able to fight it or will Vardaan support him this time again?   Produced by Rohit Raj and Bhuvan Bam under the banner of BB Ki Vines Productions and Directed by Himank Gaur, the series also stars Shriya Pilgaonkar, Prathamesh Parab, Deven Bhojani and Shilpa Shukla in prominent roles among others.   Veteran actor Jaaved Jaaferi steps into the fierce and power-packed role of Yusuf Akhtar, posing a formidable threat to Vasya.   This season, audiences are going to be at the edge of their seats as Vasya witnesses his biggest showdown with Yusuf Akhtar. Karza aur gunah chukaane padhte hain! Kabhi kabhi marr ke bhi.. #HotstarSpecials #TaazaKhabar Season 2 streaming from September

"When I get scared, my mother would...": Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker shares her greatest inspiration on KBC 16

(Photo: Instagram/Manu Bhaker) Mumbai: The country will cheer for Desh Ki Shaan Manu Bhaker, India’s trailblasing female shooter with two bronze medals who will sit on the iconic ‘hotseat’ of Sony Entertainment Television’s much loved reality quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 on September 5.   Recounting her historic journey in the 2024 Paris Olympics and sharing her inspiring stories of perseverance and triumph, Manu will be seen alongside Aman Sehrawat, the youngest Indian to win an individual Olympic medal in wrestling in the celebratory KBC episode titled ‘Jeet Ka Jashn’. In an emotional moment on Kaun Banega Crorepati, when asked her inspiration to get into sports, Manu revealed that her mother has been her greatest inspiration.   Reflecting on her childhood, Manu spoke about how her mother's constant support and encouragement played a pivotal role in shaping her career.   As a child, Manu was more focused on school athletics and believed that winning was the ulti

'Ranbir Is Utterly Butterly Delicious'

'All through the making of Dil Daulat Aur Duniya, Rajesh Khanna never acknowledged me.' 'Dev Anand couldn't carry off a dhoti in Insaaniyat. He told me that he would never wear one again.' 'Shammi Kapoor and I began on an icy note during Raajkumar, but once the cold vibes thawed, we became the best of buddies.' from rediff movies https://ift.tt/uZXCpht

Tumbbad: Horror drama to re-release again in theatres on Sep 13

Mumbai: Actor Soham Shah starrer 2018's much-talked-about film 'Tumbbad' will be released in theaters again on September 13.   The makers of the film Tumbbad released a new poster and announced the re-release of 'Tumbbad'.   The film is set to hit the theaters on September 13, 2024. The poster shows Vinayak Rao (character played by Sohum Shah) walking forward with his little son, holding a lantern in his hand, in a frightening night. Along with the poster, the makers have given the tagline, experience it in theaters on September 13, 2024.   'Tumbbad' received a lot of praise from the audience for its horror story set in a fictional mythological village. The film is directed by Rahi Anil Barve. from Bollywood https://ift.tt/bMVRLqN