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27

Feb

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‘Sinners’ one of the best films of the year: Vin Diesel

Describing Ryan Coogler's period horror drama "Sinners" as a "rich historical exploration of culture", Hollywood superstar Vin Diesel has called it one of the best films of the year.   The film, starring Michael B Jordan in a double role, has bagged 16 nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, setting a record for the most in Oscar history.   The film follows the story of twin brothers, played by Jordan, who set out to open a juke joint in 1932 Mississippi to escape their past life. But on the opening night, bloodthirsty vampires descend on them.   Diesel said he…

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27

Feb

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Priyanka Chopra excited for ‘Varanasi’

Priyanka Chopra is excited about her upcoming film “Varanasi”.   The film, directed by SS Rajamouli, features Mahesh Babu in the lead role and will mark Priyanka’s return to Indian cinema after a long sabbatical.   During her Friday appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”, Priyanka officially confirmed the news.   Speaking with Fallon, she lavished praise on the “RRR” filmmaker, calling him "one of India's most talented directors" and expressing her thrill at joining such a massive pan-Indian project.   Also read: I know my value in Hollywood: Priyanka Chopra   The actress said, "I haven't done…

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26

Feb

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Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda are married!

The much-awaited moment is here! Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are married!   The actors, who played an on-screen couple in Telugu films such as “Geetha Govindam” and  “Dear Comrade”, made it official in real life too.   Rashmika and Vijay exchanged wedding vows at ITC Mementos, Udaipur, on Thursday morning according to traditional Telugu rituals. The couple had a second ceremony in the evening as per Kodava traditions.   The wedding festivities kicked off in style in Udaipur on February 24 with a traditional Haldi ceremony, followed by a vibrant Mehendi and Sangeet on February 25. Today marks the…

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26

Feb

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Taapsee Pannu keen to explore, experiment

Taapsee Pannu is currently receiving widespread acclaim for her portrayal of a lawyer in Assi. In a recent interview, she candidly spoke about confronting leading directors over their tendency to cast the same actors in similar roles. She explained that while audiences and filmmakers often remain comfortable with familiar choices, she makes a conscious effort to challenge that mindset.  Taapsee shared that during meetings with top directors, she first has to dispel the notion that she is only interested in leading roles. She clarified that she is open to projects where the story does not revolve around her and that…

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26

Feb

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Christina Applegate details physical toll of her MS battle

In a heart-breaking health update, actor Christina Applegate has shared that her battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) has now largely confined her to bed.   Since her 2021 diagnosis, the “Dead to Me” star has been openly documenting the "unbearable" physical toll of the disease, noting that chronic pain now dictates much of her daily life.   Despite these gruelling limitations, Applegate remains determined to show up for her 15-year-old daughter, Sadie, pushing through the exhaustion to handle school runs and essential activities.   “I want to take her; it’s my favourite thing to do. It’s the only time we…

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25

Feb

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Konkona Sensharma calls out Bollywood’s #MeToo hypocrisy

Actor Konkona Sensharma, who plays a UK doctor facing allegations of workplace sexual harassment in her new film "Accused", believes that while some good has come out of the #MeToo movement, many perpetrators continue to thrive.   The actor said the landmark Justice Hema Committee report, which exposed rampant harassment in the industry, was a major thing to come out of the movement but many perpetrators did not suffer any consequences.   "It's just a very unfortunate situation. This is the reality we all know, we know the people who have been accused, we can see so many of them…

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25

Feb

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Aimee Lou Wood to play Jane Eyre

English actress Aimee Lou Wood is set to lead a series adaptation of “Jane Eyre”.   The upcoming period drama, based on Charlotte Brontë's 1847 novel, follows the emotional and moral growth of protagonist Jane, as she navigates love, social equality and independence in the 19th century.   The 1847 novel—which was considered revolutionary for its first-person narrative style and approach to class, sexuality and female independence—follows the titular heroine as she grows into adulthood and falls for the brooding Mr. Rochester.   Also read: Christina Applegate details physical toll of MS battle   The last major TV adaptation of…

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25

Feb

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Bella Hadid reflects on Hollywood pressures during Lyme battle

After a year-long hiatus, Bella Hadid is officially back in the spotlight.   The supermodel recently opened up about the gruelling mental and physical toll of her Lyme disease treatment, sharing on Instagram that the severity of her condition forced her to decline every job opportunity for nearly a year. Now in recovery, she expressed deep gratitude for her return to the industry.   “I was emotional because you feel disposable,” the 29-year-old told her sister Gigi Hadid in an interview, noting she learned to be content with focusing on her health.   Bella was diagnosed with Lyme disease in…

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24

Feb

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Anil Kapoor reflects on 40 years in cinema

Anil Kapoor has done all kinds of roles in his career of over 40 years and the Bollywood star says his wonderful journey in cinema continues to motivate him.   Known for films such as “Welcome”, “Ram Lakhan”, “Mr. India”, “Nayak”, “Tezaab”, “Taal” and “Dil Dhadakne Do”, Kapoor stars as a retired solider in his next film "Subedaar" and he said the project tested him with its action sequences.   "I'm really grateful to the audience, to the media, to all my friends, co-stars, leading ladies and directors. It's been absolutely wonderful, fulfilling. I never thought I would do so…

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24

Feb

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Alia Bhatt makes BAFTA debut, opens speech in Hindi

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt just brought a touch of India to the BAFTAs!   Presenting for the first time at the 79th edition of the prestigious awards in London, the star surprised everyone by ditching English for a Hindi introduction. Videos of her saying, "Namaskar! Agla award ek aisi film ke liye hai..." have since gone viral, with fans hailing her for staying true to her roots while sharing the stage with Hollywood’s finest.   "Don't reach for the subtitles just yet. I was only saying in Hindi that the next award is for a film not in the English…

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