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In a recent episode of Bigg Boss 19, contestants Tanya Mittal and Neelam Giri were criticized for body-shaming fellow contestant Ashnoor Kaur. They were overheard discussing Ashnoor's weight gain, with Tanya noting that despite Ashnoor's regular gym sessions, she had still gained weight, while Neelam questioned the effectiveness of Ashnoor's daily workouts. The conversation during the Weekend Ka Vaar episode became tense as participants criticized Ashnoor's outfit, claiming it was unflattering for her body type. Tanya remarked that the dress would have suited her or Neelam better and insulted Ashnoor by comparing her face to a balloon. Amaal likened her appearance to that of an egg, while Neelam commented that she looked like a grandmother. Shehbaaz noted that despite her exercising, A...

Salaar, a true-blue action epic by Prashant Neel, is characterized by over-statement, fear, and commercial cinema. The film's aesthetic overkill is accentuated with black clothes, emotions, action, score, performances, styling, and background acting. However, the hero is dialed down and almost non-existent. On the occasion of Prabhas' 46th birthday, it's worth reflecting on why this performance feels underdiscussed in his post-Baahubali filmography. Salaar is a Telugu action film featuring a protagonist named Deva, played by Prabhas. Deva is a passive observer, displaying deafening focus and restraint. His emotions and vulnerability are hidden beneath the restraint. Mahendra Bahubali, the most popular character, is replaced by Deva, a coal miner and mechanic in a remote Assamese villag...

Singer-turned-actor Diljit Dosanjh talked on the recent India-Pakistan match, the Pahalgam terror attack, and the controversy surrounding his movie "Sardaarji 3" with Pakistani star Hania Aamir. He said at his Kuala Lumpur performance that the match happened after the assault, but his film was shot prior to it. He stated that even though he has a lot of answers to offer, he has decided to keep quiet up to this point in the widely shared concert footage. Oh, mere desh da jhanda hai, which is the flag of my nation. As he saluted the flag of his country, he remarked, "Always show respect." The audience then gave him permission to talk about a few topics. "The matches were in progress when I shot Sardaarji 3 in February," he remarked. Diljit conveyed his grief at the April 22 terror at...

A full-length feature film featuring a live lion is being produced for the first time in India. V. Mathiyalagan is producing the film, which is titled "Singha," on a large scale under the auspices of Etcetera Entertainment in association with Thithir Film House Pvt Ltd. Shrrita Rao plays the lead role in Singha, which is being directed by K. C. Ravi Devan. For those who do not know, Kamal Haasan's associate director for "Ulaganayagan," K. C. Ravithevan, is a graduate of the film institute. "Singha," the 14th film produced by V. Mathiyalagan, is a pan-Indian production in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The seasoned producer gained notoriety for having provided funding for movies like "Appa," "Kolaiyuthir Kaalam," "Maha," "Marainthirunthu Paarkum Marmam Enna," and "Saamani...

In Sara Ali Khan's life, spirituality and dedication are very important, and the actor looks forward to Ganesh Chaturthi every year. The celebration of Ganesh Chaturthi honors all of our affection. It's about sharing food, laughing, joy, and happiness with loved ones. Everyone gathers for this celebration, sings aarti, holds satsangs, and simply savors the occasion while bringing as much joy and happiness as possible," she says. I believe that the event truly rekindles a sense of community. She adds that the spirit of Ganesh aarti acts as a "reminder of the goodness we all wish for one another" in a world that can sometimes feel so alone. "It's heartwarming to see everyone come together to celebrate, to pray, and to hope not just for auspicious beginnings in our own lives, but for ever...

A couple of actors Unapologetically proud dog parents are Priya Banerjee and Prateik Smita Patil. The pair talked to us on International Dog Day about their two cherished pets, Rocco, a Dogo Argentino, and Chico, a Pakistani Bully, and how having them has influenced their relationship, outlook on life, and sense of duty. Chico spent his early years in Goa at one of the actor's eateries before joining Prateik in 2017 as a Christmas present from a friend. When Prateik eventually took him back to Mumbai in 2021, he immediately became the center of their family. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLj_2MDqLU4/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link In contrast, Rocco's arrival was a fortunate break. One day we were browsing photos when this adorable puppy arrived at our house a month later. He selected ...

A touching baby shower was held to commemorate the milestone for actress Gauahar Khan, who is expecting her second child with husband Zaid Darbar. Videos from the celebration instantly went viral online, showing the couple, who made their pregnancy announcement in a charming social media post earlier this year, having a good time. With her golden gown, open hair, strong red lips, and a little pink tint for makeup, Gauahar looked stunning. She accessorized her ensemble with gold pieces, such as a bangle and necklace with elaborate designs. In contrast, Zaid maintained a fashionable look by wearing white jeans with a loose-fitting shirt with an abstract black-and-red motif. The pair was seen in the video cutting a two-tier cake with intricate floral decorations, and photos from the c...

Stand-up comedian Zakir Khan was the first Indian comic to perform in Hindi in the renowned Madison Square Garden in New York City. On Instagram, the comedian shared the heartwarming experience with his followers. His "sakth launda" attitude and approachable humor have made him famous throughout India. Zakir wrote about how daunting it felt to play for "6,000 people with Hindi comedy," referring to it as a "big day." He continued by expressing gratitude to his staff and friends for their support throughout what he called a "special milestone." Famous names were among those applauding him. He revealed that the evening was made even more memorable by the appearance of his friend, actor Kal Penn, and celebrity chef Vikas Khanna. He wrote, in part, "I am still absorbing. Theek se bataunga ...

Actor Shefali Jariwala passed away on June 27 of this year, and actor Parag Tyagi still treasures his memory. On their anniversary, he recently got her face inked on his chest as a more intimate method to keep her near. On Instagram, Parag posted a video that showed the touching moment he got Shefali's face inked. He was shown in the film standing motionless during the inking procedure, and at the conclusion, the tribute—a finely detailed tattoo of Shefali's face etched on his chest—was unveiled. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNdcp8SvCnG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link He said, "Doston wait is finally over," in the caption. This is my 15th anniversary present to Pari. Every cell in my body and heart is always filled with her. Everyone can now see it. Additionally, a thank-you messag...

Finally, Mrunal Thakur has responded to the circulating rumors that she is romantically involved with Tamil actor Dhanush. Following several sightings of the two together, the rumors of a fresh romance in Bollywood and Kollywood circles grew. The actress has come out to correct the record, though. Mrunal dismissed the relationship allegations in a recent interview, which Only Kollywood mentioned, focusing instead on their friendship. "Dhanush is just a good friend to me," she stated, dismissing the reports as baseless and trivial. Being conscious of the media attention, she referred to the rumors as "funny" and maintained that they were not romantically involved. To further clarify, Mrunal disclosed that Dhanush did not attend the Son of Sardaar 2 screening since she was invited. D...