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Let's carry out our duty as Indians: Shah Rukh Khan appeals to voters ahead of polls in Maharashtra

MUMBAI: Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has urged people to exercise our right to vote as Maharashtra goes to polls as part of the Lok Sabha elections on Monday. The six constituencies in Mumbai and seven others in Maharashtra will go to polls in the fifth phase of general elections tomorrow. In an X post, Shah Rukh appealed to fans and followers to carry out their duty as Indians. As responsible Indian citizens we must exercise our right to vote this Monday in Maharashtra. Let's carry out our duty as

19 May 2024 3:27 pm
Horrifying to watch myself on screen says Hugh Grant

What made you want to take on the role of 'Tony the Tiger' (the mascot of Frosted Flakes), or at least the man behind it, in Unfrosted? I thought the script was really funny. And of course, its Jerry Seinfeld and a whole host of top American comedians. I was happy to be asked. Also, the older I get, the more I enjoy playing twisted, angry little men, and this felt like a good opportunity to do that. How did you become part of what is otherwise a very American cast? I cant really remember. The of

19 May 2024 5:00 am
Breaking good

Originally, there werent any plans for a second season, says Shriya Pilgaonkar about the newly released sequel of the web series, 'The Broken News.' The love we received in 2022 enabled us to do so, she adds. Two years ago, the Zee5 show saw Shriya step into the shoes of Radha Bhargava, a fearless and determined TV journalist who, by the end of the season, is falsely implicated as a terrorist and imprisoned. Based on the BBC One show Press, it is written by Sambit Mishra, and revolves around two

19 May 2024 5:00 am
Telugu TV actor dies by suicide, days after death of his co-star in a road accident

Telugu serial actor Chandrakanth aka Chandu died by suicide on Friday. The actor, known for his role in Trinayani, apparently chose to end his life following the death of his co-actor Pavitra Jayaram in a road accident. Chandrakanth was found dead at his residence in Alkapur in Rangareddy district of Telangana. Chandrakanth's father told the police that his son was incredibly depressed for the past few days. Pavithra Jayaram died in a road accident on Sunday, May 12 after the car in which she wa

18 May 2024 5:30 pm
In Cannes, Francis Ford Coppola talks Trump, self-financing Megalopolis and why he has no regrets

CANNES, France: Much attention has been paid to the $120 million of his own fortune that Francis Ford Coppola put up to make the futuristic epic Megalopolis, but the director himself isnt much concerned. I dont care. I never cared, Coppola said of money, speaking to reporters at the Cannes Film Festival on Friday. The money doesnt matter. What is important are the friends. Because friends will never let you down. Money may evaporate. Coppola sold a piece of his winery business to finance Megalop

18 May 2024 4:13 pm
Sahara Group on Scam 2010 - The Subrata Roy Saga': An abusive and grossly condemnable act

NEW DELHI: Sahara Group has criticised the upcoming series titled Scam 2010 - The Subrata Roy Saga, calling it an abusive and grossly condemnable act and said it is contemplating suitable legal action against the makers. The series, dubbed as a dust-to-diamonds story of maverick businessman Subrata Roy, is the third chapter of filmmaker Hansal Mehta's smash hit series Scam for streaming service Sony LIV after Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story and Scam 2003: The Telgi Story. The latest instalmen

18 May 2024 3:15 pm
Sandrine Bonnaire to direct Jackie Shroff in the biopic 'Slow Joe'

Jackie Shroff will be collaborating with international filmmaker Sandrine Bonnaire for the biopic 'Slow Joe'. The film chronicles the life of the late Indian musician Joseph Manuel Da Rocha, affectionately known as Slow Joe. He was a drug addict living in Mumbai who later became a musician after moving to Goa. Speaking about the collaboration, Jackie said in a statement, I am thrilled to have Sandrine Bonnaire on board to direct 'Slow Joe'. Her exceptional talent and vision will undoubtedly elev

18 May 2024 12:40 pm
'Criminal Justice' to return for a fourth season

The fourth season of Pankaj Tripathi-led courtroom drama 'Criminal Justice' was announced by the makers on Friday. The new installment will mark the return of actor Pankaj as advocate Madhav Mishra. In a statement, the actor said, In the hall of fame of on-screen lawyers, I feel that Madhav Mishra has earned his place with 'Criminal Justice'. I could not believe how much Madhavs character in the series resembled me. Every victory felt like my own and every defeat felt like a personal loss, while

18 May 2024 12:21 pm
Happiness overloaded to be working alongside Darshan in 'Devil' says Aachana Rai

Aachana Rai, who started her career in Tulu cinema with the blockbuster 'Circus' that set a record, has now stepped into Kannada cinema with films like 'Sri Ranga', as well as the yet-to-be-released 'Happy Birthday To Me', 'Bhuvanam Gaganam', and 'Ashoka Blade'. This young actor cant contain her excitement and is over the moon to have bagged a big-ticket role, starring alongside Challenging Star Darshan, in the upcoming Prakash Veer directorial Devil - 'The Hero'. I am currently overloaded with

18 May 2024 12:07 pm
Being busy has not been a problem, but getting good roles has been says Lakshmi Gopalaswamy

Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, the dancer and actor who has been juggling across languages, made her last appearance in Kannada cinema with the film 'Raymo'. Now, she marks her return to Kannada cinema with 'The Judgement'. Balancing her projects in Malayalam and Telugu cinema, Lakshmi faces the challenges of securing meaningful roles amidst a bustling schedule. Being busy has not been a problem, but getting good roles has been, she admits, highlighting the perennial quest for quality projects. In 'The Ju

18 May 2024 12:01 pm
Comedy adventure 'Powder' set to hit theatres on July 14

KRG Studios and TVF have teamed up for the comic entertainer 'Powder', which is set to release on July 14. Announced last August, Powder marks the first collaboration between KRG Studios and Arunabh Kumar and Vijay Subramaniams TVF. It has already generated a certain curiosity with its title Powder. The newly released teaser hints at a hilarious adventure featuring a group of small-town youngsters with big dreams. Going by the teaser, 'Powder' follows the misadventures of a band of down-on-their

18 May 2024 11:50 am
Aniruddha Jatkars 'Chef Chidambara' gets a release date

Aniruddha Jatkar, who gained fame through the serial Jothe Jotheyali, is set to make his silver screen comeback after a five-year hiatus with 'Chef Chidambara'. The film is scheduled for a statewide release on June 14, meaning it will clash with the Daali Dhananjaya starrer Kotee at the box office. It is interesting to see the actor in the role of a chef in this new venture. 'Chef Chidambara' is directed by M Anandraj, who previously helmed the film 'Raaghu', and produced by Roopa DN under the D

18 May 2024 11:42 am
'Guruvayoorambala Nadayil' movie review: Overcrowded, but still a lively wedding comedy

In Malayalam cinema, we are generally used to seeing stories pivoting around couples, friends, siblings or even strangers, but we dont often come across a story about two brothers-in-law. Vipin Das latest film explores one such quirky tale of bromance. The thread is woven around Anandan (Prithviraj Sukumaran) and Vinu (Basil Joseph), who are soon-to-be family. Vinu is about to marry Anandans sister, Anjaly, much to the two families delight. Strangely enough, there is a stronger, sweeter relation

17 May 2024 11:22 am
Donnie Yen to headline John Wick spin-off film

A spinoff revolving around the character Caine, played by Donnie Yen in John Wick: Chapter 4, is being developed by Chad Stahelski at Lionsgate. Yen will reprise his blind assassin character from Stahelskis John Wick film in the spinoff, which will go on floors in 2025. In the fourth part of the John Wick franchise, Caine gets relieved from his High Table obligations, and the spinoff will build on this event. Working on John Wick: Chapter 4 was an extraordinary experience. The reason these films

17 May 2024 11:21 am
Hansal Mehta to next direct Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga

After delving into the lives of scamsters Harshad Mehta and Abdul Karim Telgi, the Scam franchise is returning for a third installment. The makers, Applause Entertainment, made the announcement on social media with an animated video. The new series will be about Sahara tycoon Subrata Roy and is titled Scam 2010: The Subrata Roy Saga. The show will be directed by Hansal Mehta. Subrata was the founder of the business conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar. He was arrested on the account of investor fra

17 May 2024 11:20 am
Fahadh Faasil and Jeethu Joseph to team up

Actor Fahadh Faasil and director Jeethu Joseph are set to team up for the first time. The announcement was made on Thursday by E4 Entertainment, who will be producing the film. The banner has earlier backed films like Fahadhs North 24 Kaatham, Guppy, Godha, and Ezra. The upcoming film is scripted by Santhi Mayadevi, who also co-wrote and starred in Jeethus Neru. Further details about the plot and other team members are awaited. Jeethus upcoming projects include Nunakuzhi with Basil Joseph and th

17 May 2024 11:19 am
Make way, wallflowers take centre-stage

As time and seasons change, each character in Netflixs regency drama Bridgerton gets to become the main character in narrating their stories. In the upcoming third season, the oddballs i.e., the wallflowers of the Bridgerton and Featherington families are set to take centre stage as Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan) and Colin Bridgertons (Luke Newton) friendship is brewing into romance in the series adaptation of Julia Quinns book. A few videos that were unveiled before the trailers relea

17 May 2024 11:18 am