Wednesday, December 31

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From Secrecy to Style: The Wedding That Inspired a New Trend
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From Secrecy to Style: The Wedding That Inspired a New Trend

Eight years prior, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli transformed the Indian wedding scene with an unprecedented level of secrecy. They married in Italy in December 2017, maintaining complete discretion with no leaks or media attention, which led to a surprising announcement for fans and the entertainment industry. This event marks a significant turning point in the nature of Indian weddings. Celebrity wedding planner Devika Narain emphasized the remarkable confidentiality surrounding the wedding ceremony, highlighting the careful planning involved in its execution. In an interview for a wedding wear brand, filmmaker Karan Johar described the event as a "secret mission," noting that the public was surprised by the photos released, as there were no prior indicati...
The Damage Was Deep’: Honey Singh Opens Up About His Long Battle With Substance Abuse
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The Damage Was Deep’: Honey Singh Opens Up About His Long Battle With Substance Abuse

Honey Singh revealed that he refrained from meeting his parents at one stage to prevent them from discovering his addiction. Rapper and singer Honey Singh acknowledged that drug use was the biggest mistake of his career, causing significant harm, and mentioned it took him nearly eight years to fully eliminate drugs from his system. Honey Singh reflected on his past addiction during an interview with NDTV, discussing the challenges he encountered while trying to overcome it. The speaker reflects on their past, acknowledging that 15-20 years ago, they were intelligent and ambitious but made the significant mistake of getting involved with drugs. This decision led to considerable personal harm, prompting them to advise younger individuals to avoid drugs, emphasizing the gradual and ...
Fans Go Into Frenzy After Nehal Shares Glimpse of Bigg Boss 19 Contestant Meetup
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Fans Go Into Frenzy After Nehal Shares Glimpse of Bigg Boss 19 Contestant Meetup

Nehal Chudasama's recent Instagram video showcasing evicted contestants from 'Bigg Boss 19' has sparked speculation regarding a potential reunion or special episode leading up to the finale. Concurrently, excitement builds around the 'Ticket to Finale' task as leading contestants prepare for the concluding stage of the competition. 'Bigg Boss 19’ eliminated contestant Nehal Chudasama posted a “Surprise” clip on Instagram showing several evicted housemates in a round-table format, leading to speculation about a potential reunion episode or a special segment before the finale. Although the show's producers have not made any announcements, fans are increasingly convinced that something significant is in the works. Nehal shared a video on her Instagram story titled "Surprise", where she...
Full Desi Mode On’: Shehnaaz Gill Reveals Salman Khan’s Simple Life at Panvel Farmhouse
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Full Desi Mode On’: Shehnaaz Gill Reveals Salman Khan’s Simple Life at Panvel Farmhouse

Superstar Salman Khan is well-regarded by his co-stars for his career support. Actress Shehnaaz Gill recently shared nostalgic memories from the film "Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan," describing Khan as a very relatable and down-to-earth person during a podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia, where she noted how he often relaxes at his farmhouse during parties. Shehnaaz recalled her two-day stay at Salman Khan's farmhouse during the filming of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, highlighting the fun they had, including driving his ATV and Salman Khan feeding them berries. She described him as very down-to-earth, noting his involvement in farming and his organized lifestyle. Salman Khan engages in discussions at parties focused on his film work, specifically action sequences and upcoming projects, demons...
Shehnaaz Gill Spills the Beans: Salman Khan Turns Farmer at His Panvel Farmhouse
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Shehnaaz Gill Spills the Beans: Salman Khan Turns Farmer at His Panvel Farmhouse

Superstar Salman Khan is well-regarded by his co-stars for his career support. Actress Shehnaaz Gill recently shared nostalgic memories from the film "Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan," describing Khan as a very relatable and down-to-earth person during a podcast with Ranveer Allahbadia, where she noted how he often relaxes at his farmhouse during parties. Shehnaaz recalled her two-day stay at Salman Khan's farmhouse during the filming of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, highlighting the fun they had, including driving his ATV and Salman Khan feeding them berries. She described him as very down-to-earth, noting his involvement in farming and his organized lifestyle. Salman Khan engages in discussions at parties focused on his film work, specifically action sequences and upcoming projects, demons...
You All Are Criminals’: Sonakshi Sinha Blasts Photographers for Violating Katrina Kaif’s Privacy
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You All Are Criminals’: Sonakshi Sinha Blasts Photographers for Violating Katrina Kaif’s Privacy

After photos of pregnant Katrina Kaif from her balcony were shared on social media, Sonakshi Sinha criticized the invasion of privacy. In September, Bollywood actors Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal revealed they are expecting their first child, exciting fans. Despite their preference for privacy, they faced controversy when balcony pictures of Katrina were leaked, prompting backlash from fans and condemnation from fellow actor Sonakshi Sinha, who criticized the media for invading their privacy. On Friday morning, a media portal published pictures of Katrina Kaif on her Mumbai balcony, captioning it as she approaches her delivery date. The post sparked outrage among social media users, who criticized the publication for breaching ethical boundaries. Bollywood actor Sonakshi Sinha c...
Feminists’ or Frauds? Bigg Boss Fans Call Out Tanya Mittal & Neelam Giri’s Body-Shaming Remarks Against Ashnoor
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Feminists’ or Frauds? Bigg Boss Fans Call Out Tanya Mittal & Neelam Giri’s Body-Shaming Remarks Against Ashnoor

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...
The Calm Before the Storm: Prabhas’s Silent Fury in Prashanth Neel’s Salaar
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The Calm Before the Storm: Prabhas’s Silent Fury in Prashanth Neel’s Salaar

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...
Diljit Dosanjh salutes Indian Flag, speaks on recent controversies
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Diljit Dosanjh salutes Indian Flag, speaks on recent controversies

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...
Roaring Debut: India unveils first movie with a real lion in the lead role
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Roaring Debut: India unveils first movie with a real lion in the lead role

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...