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02

Sep

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On LinkedIn, Shraddha Kapoor creates a buzz

Bollywood actor Shraddha Kapoor’s recent LinkedIn debut has caused an internet frenzy.   The 38-year-old actor, who made her Bollywood debut in 2009 with "Teen Patti" and rose to fame in 2011 with "Aashiqui 2," has shared a refreshingly honest and witty account of her professional journey on LinkedIn.   Within just 24 hours of joining the professional networking platform, Shraddha garnered nearly 25,000 followers who greeted her with witty welcome messages and warm appreciation.   On her profile, Kapoor has listed herself as co-founder of Palmonas, a luxury jewellery brand, alongside her acting career.   Her bio reads: “Why…

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02

Sep

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Manoj Bajpayee starts shooting for ‘Police Station Mein Bhoot’

Actor Manoj Bajpayee is thrilled to reunite with filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma after almost three decades, as he started shooting for his upcoming film "Police Station Mein Bhoot".   Bajpayee, who has previously collaborated with Varma on his acclaimed film "Satya" (1998), shared the news with a post on his Instagram handle on Monday.   "#PoliceStationMeinBhoot shoot begins. From 'Satya' to now... some journeys are meant to come full circle. Thrilled to reunite with @rgvzoomin after nearly three decades for our new horror comedy 'Police Station Mein Bhoot.' This one is special," read the caption.   Varma said working with…

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01

Sep

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Farhan Akhtar puts ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ on hold

Breaking years of silence around the fate of his much-awaited road-trip drama titled “Jee Le Zaraa”, actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar has said the film remains on hold.   The film was officially announced in 2021 as a women’s road-trip tale—a probable successor in spirit to “Dil Chahta Hai” and “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara”—led by Bollywood bigwigs Priyanka Chopra, Alia Bhatt, and Katrina Kaif. However, if reports are to be believed, coordinating the schedules of the three actresses has been a challenge for the film’s makers.   In a recent candid interview to a YouTube channel, Akhtar said: “I would hate to…

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01

Sep

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Ammy Virk, Sonam Bajwa’s ‘Nikka Zaildar 4’ delayed amid Punjab floods

Amid the severe flood situation prevailing in Punjab, with residents fighting to protect their homes and fields, the makers of Ammy Virk and Sonam Bajwa’s highly anticipated film ‘Nikka Zaildar 4’ have pushed the release date.   Previously scheduled to be released on September 12, the film will now hit the theatres on October 2.   Punjab is witnessing massive floods, caused by the swollen Sutlej, Beas and Ravi rivers and seasonal rivulets due to heavy rain in their catchment areas in Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Many places have been affected by the floods.   Sharing the news…

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01

Sep

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Amy Adams, Aaron Pierre join cast of ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’

The filming for the latest “Star Wars” movie, “Star Wars: Starfighter” started earlier this week in the United Kingdom, with the makers marking the occasion by revealing the full cast.   Actors Amy Adams, Aaron Pierre, Flynn Gray, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, and Daniel Ings are the latest to join the film.   Directed by Shawn Levy, the film already has Ryan Gosling, Mia Goth and Matt Smith on its star-studded cast.   “I feel a profound sense of excitement and honour as we begin production on Star Wars: Starfighter,” said Levy in a statement. “From the day Kathy Kennedy…

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31

Aug

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Marathi actor Priya Marathe passes away at 38 after battle with cancer

Following a fight with cancer, Marathi actress Priya Marathe died at the age of 38, leaving behind a distraught family and a large following. She was adored and well-known for her iconic roles in Hindi and Marathi television and movies.  Her sudden demise has sent a wave of mourning through the Marathi entertainment industry. She is survived by her husband, Shantanu Moghe, and her mother, Mrudula Marathe. Priya Marathe, who was 38, had been undergoing cancer treatment. She passed away on Mira Road, according to TV9 Marathi. In her personal life, she married her longtime friend and fellow actor, Shantanu…

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31

Aug

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‘Gossip Girl’ Blake Lively returns to big screen

‘Gossip Girl’ star Blake Lively has finally landed her first lead role since her bitter legal battle with actor-director Justin Baldoni overshadowed their 2024 film “It Ends With Us”.   Lionsgate confirmed it had acquired the script for “The Survival List”, described as “action romantic comedy,” which Lively will produce and star in.   The film follows the story of a highbrow reality TV producer named Annie, who has been, against her wishes, assigned to a new show hosted by famous survival expert Chopper Lane.   When a shipwreck leaves them on a deserted island, Annie realises Chopper is a…

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30

Aug

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Entertainment, International

New Zealand bids to host Swift-Kelce wedding

New Zealand has entered the global spotlight with an unusual pitch, offering to host the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The tourism board of Aotearoa has launched what it calls an “official petition” to bring the couple’s nuptials to the country, days after the pop icon and the Kansas City Chiefs star announced their engagement.   The board took to Instagram with a message styled as a campaign to win over Swift’s fans: “This is our official petition for Pop’s next Royal Wedding to be hosted right here in Aotearoa New Zealand. We think the Swifties would agree,…

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30

Aug

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Parineeti Chopra, Raghav Chadha announce pregnancy

Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra and her politician husband Raghav Chadha on Monday announced that they are expecting their first child.   Taking to Instagram, the couple shared a picture of a cake, which read "1+1=3" accompanied with baby feet. The caption to their post read, "Our little universe...on its way. Blessed beyond measure." They also shared a video in which they were walking hand in hand amidst nature.   Parineeti and Raghav got married in 2023 in a grand ceremony in Udaipur.   Chopra was last seen in the 2024 Imtiaz Ali film "Amar Singh Chamkila" alongside Diljit Dosanjh. She…

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30

Aug

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Sartaaj adjudged best playback singer at Filmfare Punjabi Awards

Renowned Punjabi singer and actor Dr Satinder Sartaaj has won the Best Playback Singer (Male) Award at the Filmfare Punjabi Awards for his soulful rendition of “Bhulliye Kiven” from the film Shayar.   The Filmfare stage at the PCA stadium in Mohali came alive on Sunday as Sartaaj delivered the only full-hour live performance of the evening. While other artistes entertained the audience with brief acts, Sartaaj took the gathering on a musical journey, blending Punjabi folk songs with contemporary music.   His performance stood out not only for its melodies, but also for the emotions and storytelling that went…

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