Himansh Kohli unspools details of his new song ‘Chura Liya’

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Himansh Kohli unspools details of his new song ‘Chura Liya’

‘Yaariyan’ actor Himansh Kohli and actress Anushka Sen, who was recently seen in action-based reality show ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi 11’, are featured together in the song ‘Chura Liya’ which released on Tuesday. The actor talks about the theme of this song and his working experience with Anushka.

“It is a romantic track. It is hard to explain what the actual definition of love is. You got to watch the song to experience how amazing it is,” says the actor known for playing ‘Raghav Oberoi’ in the daily soap ‘Humse Hai Life’.

He describes working experience with Anushka: “Anushka is a very fun person and is a quick learner, pairing up with her felt like a breeze. She has a great energy on the set and we clicked the moment we met.”

Parampara and Sachet have sung the song. Himansh calls them a lovely couple and wonderful singers. “Parampara and Sachet are the loveliest couple I have interacted with. They blend so well that it felt as comfortable as working with regular actors. Currently, the couple is a social media sensation and I think they are one of the best singer couples in the country.”

Himansh says further that love stories connect well with the audience and all age groups like it. He shares: “Love is the least expressed emotion in actual lives but the most expressed genre in front of the camera. This is because we love to see what we desire and stories of love excite people of all ages.”

On the question that are music videos a better way to reach the fans and audience, he replies: “An actor should be versatile enough to make himself relevant to any medium. It is always fun to do a music video. But, I can’t deny how challenging it gets when you have to match words, moves, and the emotions of the character with the rhythm of the song. Sometimes the story from the lyrics, the story which the character is portraying, and the beat of the song are three different poles. But, when it gets challenging, it becomes an opportunity to do an award-worthy performance.”

Aishwarya shares picture of Big B, Aaradhya from his 79th b’day

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Aishwarya shares picture of Big B, Aaradhya from his 79th b’day

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan gave a sneak-peek into megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday with a picture she shared on social media.

Just like every year, Aishwarya posted a picture of her father-in-law who is seen posing with his granddaughter Aaradhya. The two are hugging each other and smiling at the camera.

For the caption, Aishwarya wrote: “Happy happy birthday dearest darling Dadajii-Pa. Love you forever and beyond.”

Aishwarya along with her actor husband Abhishek Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya returned from their Paris-Dubai trip right in before Amitabh’s 79th birthday on Monday.

The cine icon took to his Instagram account to thank his fans and friends for their wishes.

He shared a picture of himself and wrote: “My gratitude for the love you give me .. I shall never be able to repay it .. nor shall I ever be able to fathom your affection…

“Your greetings today have been immense .. I cannot respond to all of them, but I do hold them close here and wish that you take this humble presence here on Instagram as my response ..”

Ranveer Singh: I’ve idolised Big B, SRK, Akshay Kumar since childhood

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Ranveer Singh: I’ve idolised Big B, SRK, Akshay Kumar since childhood

Bollywood’s livewire star Ranveer Singh shared that while growing up, he was mesmerised by on-screen personalities like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, among others, who have all successfully hosted TV shows and entertained the whole of India.

“Iconic mainstream Hindi film heroes like Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar have all connected with and captivated the nation through their television shows. I’ve idolised them since childhood and closely followed their journey,” says Ranveer.

Ranveer is all set to host his first television show ‘Big Picture’. He feels it will help him connect with a larger audience.

The actor said: “I always recognised the fact that they garnered an immense amount of love from people for their charismatic turns on the television screen. I have a great opportunity here with the Big Picture to connect with the youth of India as well as the entire Indian family audience.

“I hope I can continue the grand legacy of the mainstream men of Hindi cinema on national television.”

On the work front, Ranveer will soon be seen in Kabir Khan’s ’83’, which recreates India’s historic World Cup Cricket win in 1983, as well as Rohit Shetty’s comedy film ‘Cirkus’ and action drama ‘Sooryavanshi’.

He is also prepping for his role in ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’, directed by Divyang Thakkar.

Not just movie theatres, people need to get back to work: Rakul Preet

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Not just movie theatres, people need to get back to work: Rakul Preet

Celebrating her birthday on Sunday and the imminent re-opening of movie theatres in Maharashtra, Bollywood’s biggest market, on October 22, Rakul Preet Singh said that it was about time people got back to a normal working life.

The actress, who has major films lined up for theatrical release, threw a massive birthday party here, where celebrities such as Riteish Deshmukh, Ayushmann Khurrana, Sidharth Malhotra, Sophie Choudry, and Saqib Saleem, among many others, showed up to wish her the best. The day was doubly special because both Rakul Preet and Jackky Bhagnani announced on social media that they were in a relationship.

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of her birthday, Rakul Preet said: “So many films are ready and we all are waiting for almost a year to release them, so I am really hoping that things get back to being normal as soon as possible and people should start earning their livelihood all over again.”

On the year ahead, she said: “I had a fun birthday because it was a working birthday. I have lined-up quite a few releases next year. I have complete 6-7 movies, so I am really excited about the next year and hope it will be as beautiful as ever.”

When asked when one has 6-7 films releasing back-to-back, does it add to one’s responsibilities, Rakul Preet said: “Yes, the responsibility does increase along with the anxiety, as the films are ready and the people will soon start watching them. They should like the films, so it also heightens expectations, but I think, I am in the phase of being just grateful, as I am getting a chance to so many films and I hope that I keep getting such films and they keep on releasing.”

With life returning back to normal, Rakul Preet said it was a good sign, but people could not afford to be careless. She said: “I think it is a positive sign, but it doesn’t mean we can go around mask-free. We need to follow Covid-19 protocols and defeat this virus.”

In the months ahead, Rakul Preet will be in movies such as “Indian 2”, “Ayalaan”, “Attack”, “Mayday”, “Thank God”, and “Doctor G”, among others.

Post MAA vote, Manchu Vishnu seeks peace with Prakash Raj, Naga Babu

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Post MAA vote, Manchu Vishnu seeks peace with Prakash Raj, Naga Babu

Actor-producer Manchu Vishnu, who was elected president of Tollywood’s influential industry body, Movie Artists Association (MAA), on Sunday, has claimed that megastar Chiranjeevi wanted him to withdraw from the contest in favour of character actor Prakash Raj.

Addressing a news conference here on Monday, Vishnu revealed that Chiranjeevi had told his father, Mohan Babu, to advise him to pull out as Prakash Raj was contesting for the top MAA post. Vishnu made this revelation hours after Prakash Raj and Chiranjeevi’s brother, Naga Babu, resigned from the MAA following a bitterly contested election.

Both Prakash Raj and Naga Babu said they were pained by the regional sentiments stirred up in the run-up to the elections. Vishnu said he would persuade both Prakash Raj and Naga Babu to continue in the MAA, for he needed their “valuable advice” to discharge his responsibilities as MAA president.

Vishnu did not agree with Prakash Raj, who’s from Karnataka, that he was defeated because he not a Telugu ‘bidda’. The young actor pointed out that 274 MAA members had voted for Prakash Raj and most of them were Telugu.

Vishnu also denied that his panel had promised to amend MAA bye-laws to stop non-Telugu members from contesting the elections.

In the elections held on Sunday, Vishnu was elected MAA president defeating Prakash Raj by 109 votes. He polled 383 votes, compared with the 274 garnered by his rival. The Vishnu panel also won all the key posts, barring executive vice-president, which was bagged by actor Srikanth of the Prakash Raj panel.

In the elections held for the 18 Executive Committee members, the Vishnu panel bagged 10 seats and the opposing camp won the remaining eight.

Claiming that MAA is one family, Vishna said he had been given a chance to serve members of the family. He said that those who were elected from the other panel were also members of the MAA family. “I love Prakash Raj. We said so many things during the elections, but the past is the past,” he said.

Vishnu also remarked that actor Ram Charan has not voted for him. “I am 99 per cent sure because Charan will stand by his father (Chiranjeevi), just like I support my father,” the newly elected MAA president said.

Vishnu gave credit for his victory to Mohan Babu. “Everyone in the industry said that let us vote for Mohan Babu’s son. That’s why I have won,” he said. He also thanked the outgoing MAA president, Naresh, for his support.

Mohan Babu, meanwhile, reacted by saying that some people had tried to provoke him. He warned them not to think that he would remain silent. “You want to say whatever you like just because you got a platform. I have many things to say, but this is not the platform,” he said.

The veteran actor said that the MAA should seek the support of the chief ministers of both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

Suriya releases motion picture of Tamil courtroom drama ‘Jai Bhim’

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Suriya releases motion picture of Tamil courtroom drama ‘Jai Bhim’

Multiple award-winning Tamil actor Suriya on Monday shared a captivating motion poster from the courtroom drama “Jai Bhim”. The upcoming film will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, starting from November 2, but the poster has doubled the hype building up around the movie.

The motion poster introduces Suriya in a powerful narrative setting, reminding his fans about the legal personalities who fought for social uplift. The film, which also showcases the talents of Prakash Raj, Rao Ramesh, Rajisha Vijayan and Lijo Mol Jose, is also about the struggles of certain sections of people in a divided society.

“Jai Bhim” has been written and directed by T.J. Gnanavel. The music is by Sean Roldan, which is the industry name of Tamil composer Raghavendra Raja Rao. Suriya and his wife and co-star Jyotika have produced the movie under the 2D Entertainment banner.

Big B turns 79: Birthday wishes pour in on Bollywood’s ‘Shahenshah’

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Big B turns 79: Birthday wishes pour in on Bollywood’s ‘Shahenshah’

A galaxy of stars from across India, from Mammootty, Prabhas, Ajay Devgn and Chiranjeevi Konidela to Rashmika Mandanna and Rakul Preet Singh, have wished Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who turned 79 on Monday.

To ring in his birthday, Big B shared a picture of himself, but he seemed to have got confused about his age and wrote: “Walking into the 80th.”

His daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda quickly took to the comment section and corrected him. She wrote: “79th (heart emoji).”

Since Monday morning, wishes have been pouring in for Amitabh on social media. Ajay Devgn, who will be seen sharing screen space with Big B in the upcoming film ‘Mayday’, tweeted: “Sir, looking at you through a different lens taught me what being a true artist is. Happy birthday dear Amitji.”

Southern superstar Mammootty simply wrote: “Happy Birthday Amitabh Sir @SrBachchan #AmitabhBachchan.”

Prabhas, who will appear with Big B in the upcoming Nag Ashvin film, ‘Project K’, took to Instagram and greeted the birthday boy. Sharing a photo of him and Big B, Prabhas wrote: “Happy Birthday to the legend of all times @amitabhbachchan Sir!”

‘Mega Star’ Chiranjeevi, who’d shared the screen with Big B in ‘Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy’, said: “Wishing My Beloved Big Brother, My Forever Guru, the One and Only Amit Ji @SrBachchan a very Happy Birthday. Many Many Happy Returns!! Health, Happiness and More Power to You Amitji!!”

Actor Suniel Shetty wrote, referencing Big B’s famous dialogue from ‘Kaalia’: “All lines begin where you stand Mr Bachchan & you will always find me in that line. Stay blessed sir. #FanBoyForever #HappyBirthdayAmitabhBachchan. @SrBachchan.”

Actress Rakul Preet Singh wished the thespian ‘Happy Birthday’ and added: “Wishing you abundance of joy, great health and all things beautiful. You are such an inspiration and I’m so grateful to get an opportunity of working with you. Have the most amazing year @SrBachchan.”

Big B’s ‘Chehre’ co-star Emraan Hashmi wrote: “HAPPY 79 ?@SrBachchan?!! And still blazing ahead with passion and ferocity. Thank you sir for always inspiring me. Best wishes and have a good one!”

Actress Rashmika Mandanna and Big B will be seen together in ‘Goodbye’. She called the cinema icon ‘paapaji’ and said that he is “truly the awesomest”

“Happy birthday my handsome paapajiiiii @SrBachchan. You are truly the awesomest. We love you! Thank you for being the most amazing human being. We wish you all the love, health and happiness.”

Actress Parineeti Chopra, who will be seen sharing screen space with Big B for the first time in the upcoming film ‘Uunchai’, penned a heart-warming note.

She wrote: “Mr. Bachchan, happy birthday sir! This is a special day, and a special moment. @amitabhbachchan. Especially excited to be working once again with Anupam sir @anupampkher, Boman sir @boman_irani, and Neena mam @neenagupta001. And for the first time with Sarika mam and Danny sir. Let this magical journey begin. #Uunchai.”

How Vishnu Manchu won MAA vote despite Chiranjeevi backing rival

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How Vishnu Manchu won MAA vote despite Chiranjeevi backing rival

The high-voltage elections to the Movie Artistes Association (MAA), Tollywood’s apex industry body, ended on Sunday with actor-producer Manchu Vishnu’s convincing victory over noted character actor Prakash Raj, aka Prakash Rai in Kannada and Hindi filmdom.

At 39, the scion of the Manchu clan is easily the youngest actor to win the post of president of the powerful Telugu film body. Along with movies, Vishnu has been a businessman, with interests in education and other sectors. Apparently leveraging his business skills, Vishnu crafted a poll campaign that upset the calculations of the rival camp, which had the backing of the powerful Chiranjeevi clan.

Compared to the other leading Tollywood film families, such as those of Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, and Balakrishna, the Manchus, with four stars in the family — patriarch Mohan Babu, daughter Lakshmi Prasanna, Vishnu and Manoj — are seen to enjoy relatively less clout.

Mohan Babu, known popularly as the ‘Collection King’ for his blockbuster Telugu movies, is famous for his mercurial temperament. He has a blow hot-blow cold relationship with Chiranjeevi and the MAA elections saw them ranged against each other.

The MAA elections saw Vishnu woo voters with a manifesto that included several welfare measures for the Telugu movie industry fraternity. Apart from calling on senior actors for support, a carefully orchestrated poll campaign by his father soon had the attention of the voters diverted to the issue of “local versus non-local”.

Prakash Raj, who hails from neighbouring Karnataka, but has had a long association with Tollywood, polled 274 votes to Vishnu’s 381.

As a child, Vishnu first acted in his father’s movie ‘Ragile Gundelu’ in 1985. He made his big-screen debut with ‘Vishnu’ in 2003. His biggest commercial success has been ‘Dhee’ in 2007. Incidentally, his co-star in the movie, Genelia De Souza, flew in from Mumbai to vote in the polls. It’s another indication of the meticulous planning that went into winning the vote, according to industry observers.

Vishnu is married to Viranica, niece of the late former Andhra Pradesh chief minister Dr Y.S. Rajasekhar Reddy. The couple have four children — twin daughters and a daughter and son.

Kamal Haasan urges Centre, TN govt to prevent power outages

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Kamal Haasan urges Centre, TN govt to prevent power outages

With the shortage of coal leading to power cuts in various states, the Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) leader and Superstar, Kamal Haasan has urged the Central and the state government to ensure that there is no power cut in Tamil Nadu.

In a statement on Sunday, the actor-turned-politician said both Central and the state government must work together to make sure that there was no shortage of coal in Tamil Nadu.

Kamal Haasan expressed concerns over reports that the state has coal reserves only for four days, adding that there is still coal storage for 14 days.

The actor-turned-politician urged the DMK government to take up the matter with the Central government as industrialists in the state have already expressed concern about the possibilities of power cuts in the days to come if the coal supply is not maintained properly.

Under the previous DMK government from 2006-2011 there were unprecedented power cuts leading to several industries in the state shifting base to other states. The government must remain alert that such things do not recur in the state, Haasan added.

The MNM Chief said the industrial towns of Coimbatore, Tiruppur, and Sivakasi had faced innumerable difficulties during the 2006-11 period due to power cuts and said common people faced the brunt of this as jobs were lost following industries shifting base.

The state government must coordinate properly with the Central government to maintain a steady flow of coal and to remain alert about its depletion, Haasan added.

The economy of the state was slowly recovering, adding that if power cuts are again witnessed, the state would face a huge loss.

Rajkummar, Kriti-starrer ‘Hum Do Humare Do’ trailer launched

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Rajkummar, Kriti-starrer ‘Hum Do Humare Do’ trailer launched

The makers of the upcoming family entertainer ‘Hum Do Humare Do’ starring Rajkummar Rao and Kriti Sanon have unveiled the film’s trailer on Monday.

The film also features veteran stars Ratna Pathak Shah and Paresh Rawal.

The Dinesh Vijan production takes an “out of the box” look at adoption, telling the story of a man forced to “arrange” a set of parents to impress the love of his life.

Speaking about the movie, Dinesh Vijan says, “Maddock trusts in the power of content driven films, while ‘Mimi’ was a delightful family entertainer, with ‘Hum Do Humare Do’, we take the essence of family further, because in the end, a family is a set of people we love and cherish. Our film is a wholesome comedy that can be enjoyed by all three generations”.

‘Hum Do Humare Do’ also stars Aparshakti Khurana. It is directed by Abhishek Jain, produced by Dinesh Vijan, a Maddock Original film, starts streaming from October 29 on Disney+ Hotstar.

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