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Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building made the 26th birthday of Korean pop sensation V really special by showing his clips and lighting up with the text ‘Idol of idols’ Known for its dazzling views, the iconic skyscraper also played out songs of BTS, a seven member South Korean boy band. BTS achieved global […]
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has said that will not be returning to the Fast & Furious franchise, as insiders cite co-star Vin Diesel’s ‘manipulative schemes’ as the real reason for Johnson’s decision. Following years of tension, Diesel implored his former co-star to reprise the role of Luke Hobbs in the 10th installment of the hit film series […]
Among the host of alternatives to have surfaced during the pandemic, the means of entertainment took on an entirely different act. Instead of the 70 mm planned watching, “binge watching” was made possible by OTT aka Over The Top streaming services which deliver any content over the internet. So once the end was confirmed, 2021 […]
As this year comes to a close, I have curated a list of the ten most thought-provoking, unputdownable prose that you should carry with you to the new year. A mix of novels and memoirs, the indelible quality of writing have contributed to making these books not only the best of this year but perhaps […]
2021 belonged to Malayalam cinema. Primarily catering to its relatively small (compared to Telugu and Hindi) native audience, diaspora and an elite section of cinephiles, Malayalam cinema stood out for one superb factor: its ingenuity. The filmmakers themselves turned the pandemic into opportunity as they created rooted, atmospheric cinema at a budget that was a […]
Aryan Khan, Raj Kundra, Squid Game and Bennifer obsession: Newsmakers of 2021. The world of entertainment made a lot of news in 2021 not just in India but also overseas. The Indian film industry was marked by controversies, arrests and legal tussles. These were more noticeable than actual film releases. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s (SRK) […]
BTS member Suga who tested positive for COVID-19 last week, shared his first post on Monday, telling fans not to worry. As translated by BTS Weverse, Suga wrote, “I’m really okay (smiling face symbols) Please don’t worry too much!” Fans sent their warm regards and affections, telling him to get well soon. Much to the […]
“Every part of my life is connected to Potter and to Leavesden. My first kiss is connected to someone here, my first girlfriends were here…It all spirals out from the Potter set somewhere,” shared Daniel in advance promo excerpts released Monday. The cast and crew of “Harry Potter” film franchise reunited for a 20th anniversary […]
In 2013, Salman Khan predicted the end of his own career, as he spoke of how masala films have worked, but will die, being overdone. That specific year, Wanted, Ek Tha Tiger and Dabangg had resuscitated Khan’s career and he had Jai Ho ready for release, with Kick and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo on the […]
This story has a spoiler in the last part. Look away if you haven’t watched the movie yet… In 2019, after a decade of theatrical releases, the Marvel Cinematic Universe reached new heights of box office success with the release of Avengers: Endgame, the second-highest-grossing film of all time. Earning just under $2.8 billion globally, it’s […]
The vibrant State of Gujarat known for its extraordinarily rich and colorful textiles, is now being treated to a revival of Parsi Gara. Gara in Gujarati means sari. Since the embroidery was inspired by Parsi art, it is called Parsi Gara. Born from seamless blending and confluence over the years and their confluence, Parsi Gara […]
A conservative Madhya Pradesh government has sought an apology from Sunny Leone for hurting religious sentiments of Hindus, for her alleged ” obscene dance” on an iconic song. The State Home Minister, Narottam Mishra who is known for his moral policing, has given the actress and the singers, Shaarib and Toshi all of 72 hours to withdraw […]
Let’s call Bigg Boss what it is: a misogynist television show. In a repetitive, disgusting motif, the reality show tends to put women who are harassed or made uncomfortable on trial themselves—and not their harassers. In its latest season, a victim was literally placed inside a makeshift jail while she was asked to explain her […]
Films have a way of getting to people. Some are fan service movies for a mass audience while others cater to a specific audience. Either way, it is not just about entertainment as most people think as it is a medium of art that is the easiest to reach to people. Movies, like any other […]
A landmark win for India, the 1983 Cricket World Cup story, is the stuff blockbusters are made of. Little wonder then, that this real life high-on-adrenaline-drama hit the second inning.. This Friday’s release 83, has set cash registers ringing and has lured even the covid-weary audience back to theatres. The trend-setting movie’s celebration would be […]
Spiderman: No Way Home is one of the biggest box-office grossers of the year and it’s not hard to see why. At the old multiplex on SG Highway where I watched it, the audience consisted mostly of teenagers and 20-somethings and they all cheered and clapped at the most dramatic scenes, just like their counterparts […]
Sushmita Sen, the first Indian beauty queen to be crowned Miss Universe, has parted ways with her young boyfriend, Rohman Shawl. Posting a picture on Instagram with Rohman Shawl, the 46 year old Indian actress explained that the relationship ended long ago and that the two “remain friends. Sushmita Sen who is currently riding high […]
Jacqueline Fernandez and Nora Fatehi have been in the spotlight for the past few days due to their association with thug Sukesh Chandrasekhar. Pictures of Jacqueline with him went viral on social media and she was also summoned by the ED for questioning in connection with a Rs 200 crore money laundering case. Sukesh said […]
Bollywood actress Nora Fatehi will be a prosecution witness for the Enforcement Directorate in the ongoing investigation and Rs. 200 crore extortion case against conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar. Fatehi was allegedly gifted a luxury car, a Gucci bag and an iPhone as a “token of love” by Chandrasekhar.Fatehi and Jacqueline Fernandez have in the spotlight in […]
RRR: The new year opens with SS. Rajamouli’sTelugu period action drama. This fictional story that dates back to 1920, revolves around two Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NT Rama Rao, Junior), who fought the British and the Nizams. Made on a reported budget of Rs 400 crore, RRR also stars Alia Bhatt, Ajay Devgn and Shriya Saran among others. […]
