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26

Jan

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Karan Johar credits ‘Dhurandhar’, ‘Border 2’ for Bollywood’s comeback

"Bollywood is back" and Karan Johar could not be prouder!   Following the massive box office success of the recently-released Sunny Deol-starrer "Border 2" and Ranveer Singh-led "Dhurandhar", Johar took to social media to credit the films for reviving the Hindi film industry.   The filmmaker shared an Instagram story on Sunday. "The mega success of two recent back-to-back mega Hindi films successes prove one thing.... Bollywood (yes incorrect terminology but here to stay) is BACK! Naysayers can fly a kite! All Dhurandhar's will cross BORDERS of excellence when the films strike emotional chords with a paying audience!!!!," he wrote.…

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26

Jan

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Lena Headey, Chloe Fineman to star in ‘Red, White & Royal Wedding’

Actors Lena Headey and Chloe Fineman will star in the upcoming romantic comedy "Red, White & Royal Wedding".   The film from Amazon MGM Studios is directed by Jamie Babbit. It is a sequel to the 2023 film "Red, White & Royal Blue", which was based on the 2019 novel by Casey McQuiston.   Lena will play the role of Princess Catherine, while the details of Fineman’s role are being kept under wraps.   The film will be headlined by Taylor Zakhar Perez, Nicholas Galitzine, and Uma Thurman.   Also read: Natalie Portman slams Oscars for snubbing women directors "Red,…

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25

Jan

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Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi shares ‘scary’ cancer news

Nicole Polizzi, best known to "Jersey Shore" fans as "Snooki," just shared a scary health update.   The 38-year-old reality TV star took to TikTok recently to reveal that a colposcopy and biopsy have confirmed the presence of cancerous cells on top of her cervix.   "So uncomfortable. Like, I already hate regular pap smears to begin with. So, I already knew it was gonna hurt and I was just like bracing myself for it. Just the whole thing is just awful, but you've got to do it," she said.   Snooki revealed that her doctors have sought an additional…

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25

Jan

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‘Border 2’ opens strong with positive audience response

‘Border 2’ hit the box office on Friday, ending the wait of the fans. The film has received quite a positive, strong, and emotional response from audiences.   Starring Sunny Deol in the lead role, the film is inspired by the true events of the 1971 India-Pakistan War and shows how the Army, Navy, and Air Force fight together as one force.   Early morning shows in Mumbai saw packed theatres, with moviegoers walking out with tears in their eyes and smiles on their faces. Many called the film a "must-watch" and praised its mix of action, emotion, and strong…

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24

Jan

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Bhumi on her Bollywood ‘break’

Actor Bhumi Pednekar says after working continuously for a decade, she saw a slight corruption creeping into her performances, prompting her to go on a sabbatical of 10 months. The 36-year-old actor is now back, feeling fresh and promoting her new show "Daldal", a crime thriller which is the polar opposite to her OTT debut series "The Royals" in 2025.   "I made the best decision of my life... I felt like if I needed longevity for the next two decades, I had to take those months off....One of my biggest fears in life is that I don't want to…

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24

Jan

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Actor KRK arrested in Oshiwara firing case

KRK, aka Actor Kamaal Rashid Khan, got arrested today in connection with a firing incident at a residential building in the western suburbs of Mumbai, Maharashtra, after he admitted to shooting.   He was brought to the Oshiwara police station for questioning late on Friday night, where he then admitted to firing two rounds using his licensed firearm. A case has been registered against the actor under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Arms Act.   According to the police, two bullets were fired at Nalanda Society in the Oshiwara area of Andheri on January 18.…

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24

Jan

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‘Civilian’ pairs Thora Birch, Jack Kesy in post-war drama

Actors Thora Birch and Jack Kesy are set to headline the upcoming drama film "Civilian".   Birch, who made her acting debut as a child actor in the 1990's, is known for her roles in projects such as "American Beauty" (1999), "Hocus Pocus" (1993), and "Ghost World" (2001). Kesy is known for featuring in series such as "Kesy" and "Claws", among others.   According to the entertainment news outlet Deadline, the production of the film is slated to start later this year. Written and directed by John J Budion, it follows a military veteran (Kesy) who is struggling to adapt…

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23

Jan

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A final goodbye to Valentino

Global fashion celebrities joined the public on Friday to say goodbye to iconic designer Valentino at his funeral service in Rome at the central Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri.   After a two-day public viewing on Wednesday and Thursday at the Valentino Foundation's headquarters in the Italian capital, the funeral marks the final tribute to the internationally acclaimed designer.   Top fashion names, including designers Tom Ford and Donatella Versace, along with longtime Vogue magazine powerhouse Anna Wintour and Hollywood stars like Anne Hathaway, attended the funeral service.     Valentino Garavani, who died aged 93…

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23

Jan

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Mark Wahlberg to star in ‘The Big Fix’

Actors Mark Wahlberg and Riz Ahmed will lead the upcoming true-life crime thriller film "The Big Fix".   Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, the film is inspired by real events and follows a former Interpol officer (Wahlberg) relegated to a bureaucratic desk job at FIFA. His quiet role is upended when he uncovers a massive international match-fixing conspiracy.   The investigation leads him on a global pursuit of a passionate hustler (Ahmed) who has partnered with Chinese Triads to rig football matches for millions. What follows is a high-octane, globetrotting cat-and-mouse game, escalating into a tense conflict between two unyielding opponents.…

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23

Jan

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‘Homebound’ out of Oscars race

India’s entry for the Oscars, "Homebound," is now out of the race as it failed to make it to the final five. The nominations for the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles were announced on Thursday.     Filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan's acclaimed drama failed to get a nomination in the best international feature film category. Produced by Karan Johar and Adar Poonawalla, the Hindi language film has enjoyed a strong festival run, beginning with its premiere in the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival in May last year.   Inspired by an article headlined "Taking Amrit Home"…

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