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21

Feb

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Rajkummar Rao to play Sourav Ganguly in biopic

Acclaimed Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao will portray the role of former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly in an upcoming biopic.   Confirming the news, Ganguly said there are some issues related to scheduling dates for the film.   The cricketer was interacting with the media in Bardhaman on Thursday.   "From what I've heard, Rajkummar Rao will play the role (the titular role), but there are issues of dates, so it will take more than a year to hit the screens," the cricketer said.   The biopic, which has in the news for some time, will follow the journey of…

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21

Feb

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Harry Lawtey exits ‘Industry’ ahead of Season 4

British actor Harry Lawtey has decided to quit HBO's TV series 'Industry' ahead of the upcoming fourth season, according to reports.   His exit from the series is due to scheduling conflicts. Shooting for season 4 will begin in the UK in March.   In the series, Lawtey played Robert Spearing, an arrogant finance grad who enters Pierpoint & Co. with all the confidence in the world but is quickly humbled by the ruthlessness of the job.   The speculation rumours started after the announcement that Max Minghella would be joining the show in a new role. The makers also…

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20

Feb

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Shah Rukh Khan leases two luxury apartments for ₹8.67 crore

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has rented out two of his high-end duplex apartments in Mumbai’s upscale Pali Hill area. According to property registration documents accessed by Zapkey.com, the actor will earn a substantial rental income over the next three years from these luxurious properties located in the Pooja Casa building.   The two duplex apartments are spread across the first, second, seventh, and eighth floors of the building. Property details reveal:   First Duplex: Leased to film producer Jackie Bhagnani and his sister Deepshikha Deshmukh for rs 11.54 lakh per month. The duo has also made a security deposit…

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20

Feb

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Shoot for Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya’s ‘Dune 3’ to start his summer

Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve is aiming to shoot his film series “Dune 3” this summer. The team of the film, currently in pre-production, has been working behind the scenes to prepare for a summer launch.   "June is too early, but summer is the goal, assuming critical factors are in place (talent availability, etc.)," according to sources.   “Dune: Part Two”, starring Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, grossed more than 700 million dollars at the global box office following its release last year. Both “Dune” and “Dune: Part Two” received Best Picture Oscar nominations.   The third instalment will see Villeneuve complete…

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20

Feb

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Janelle Monáe to play Tanya Smith in ‘Never Saw Me Coming’

Singer-actor Janelle Monáe will portray the role of Tanya Smith in the film adaptation of Smith’s heist memoir, “Never Saw Me Coming: How I Outsmarted the FBI and the Entire Banking System — and Pocketed $40 Million.”   Universal Pictures has acquired the rights to the memoir, which Monáe will also produce through her company, Wondaland Pictures. Smith, a notorious con artist, will be the executive producer.   The film follows the story of con-artist Smith who hatches a clever white-collar scheme that manipulates the U.S. banking system out of millions.   "When the FBI finally cornered Smith, they refused…

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20

Feb

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Cynthia Erivo to host Tony Awards

“Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo is all set to host the Tony Awards later this year.    “I am so proud and excited to take on this glorious honour,” Erivo said in a statement.   “I am looking forward to ushering the theatre community at large through a night that celebrates the wonderful performances we have witnessed throughout the year. I hope I can rise to the occasion.”   The British actress and singer has won a Grammy, Emmy and a Tony, as well as a Golden Globe, SAG Award and three Academy Award nominations.   Also read: Janelle Monae to…

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20

Feb

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Ibrahim Ali Khan’s debut film ‘Nadaaniyan’ to release on Mar 7

Actors Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh's son Ibrahim Ali Khan is all set for the release of his debut film "Nadaaniyan" that will premiere on Netflix on March 7, the streamer announced on Thursday.   The romantic drama is backed by Dharmatic Entertainment, the digital arm of filmmaker Karan Johar's banner Dharma Productions and also stars Khushi Kapoor.   The streamer shared the news in a post on Instagram along with a promotional video.   "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai aisi Nadaaniyan dekh kar. Watch 'Nadaaniyan', out 7 March, only on Netflix," Netflix said.   In the movie, Ibrahim essays…

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20

Feb

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NEIFF 2025 concludes: Honours for regional filmmakers

The second North East India Film Festival (NEIFF) 2025 concluded at the Library & Information Centre in Kakching, Manipur, celebrating the region's cinematic and cultural heritage with an award ceremony and cultural performances.   Organised by THOUNA, Manipur in association with the Film Forum Manipur and the Directorate of Information & Public Relations, Government of Manipur, and sponsored by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, along with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), the five-day festival showcased 28 films, including eight feature films and two non-feature films in competition.   The Best Non-Feature Film award was conferred…

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19

Feb

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Richa Chadha, Ali Fazal celebrate LGBTQ+ love with ‘TAPS’

Bollywood’s actor couple Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal are celebrating love beyond boundaries with a powerful presentation 'TAPS', a poignant LGBTQ+ relationship drama.   Staring debutants Ullas Samrat and Rohit Mehra in lead roles, 'TAPS' is the intimate story of a couple navigating their way back to each other.   The film has been lauded for its delicate yet powerful portrayal of LGBTQ+ relationships, winning the KASHISH QDrishti Film Grant.   Speaking about the project, Richa Chadha said, "Cinema is powerful because it can shift perspectives. 'TAPS' is one of those stories that gently yet powerfully peels back the layers…

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19

Feb

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Anu Menon gets honest and hilarious in her second stand-up special ANcool

Anuradha Menon is a cool mom. While other parents have to make themselves seem cool, she sets out to prove to her son that she is indeed uncool. “My 12-year-old son told me that I come under the category of cool parent and that is very annoying for him because when all his friends complain about their parents, he has nothing to contribute. So he has to lie about how horrid I am,” she says, laughing. Growing up as a nerd with braces, boy cut, and glasses, she refuses to accept the title of ‘cool mom’ and sets out to…

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