Friday, December 31, 2021

From Priyanka Chopra to Hrithik Roshan to Anushka Sharma, here’s how Bollywood welcomed the New Year

Year-end is a time to reflect and also celebrate. People across the world indulged in celebrations to welcome the New Year. Bollywood celebrities, too, had intimate celebrations with their near and dear ones and share pictures of the same on social media.

From Priyanka Chopra to Hrithik Roshan to Anushka Sharma, here’s how Bollywood welcomed the New Year

While a couple of celebrities were spotted flying away for their New Year vacation a couple of days back, some opted to stay at home and have a quiet celebration. From Anushka Sharma bringing in the new year with her husband Virat Kohli in South Africa, to Kareena Kapoor Khan ringing in the New Year with family in Mumbai to Alia and Ranbir welcoming the new year in the wild, Bollywood celebrities gave a glimpse of their New Year’s Eve.

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While Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh opted for an intimate fancy dinner in an undisclosed location, Priyanka and Nick Jonas shared a romantic picture as they celebrated the New Year at their Los Angeles home.

 

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ALSO READ: Anushka Sharma to kick off two theatrical releases and one OTT project


Mohanlal goes bald in the first look of his directorial debut Barroz

Mohanlal who has entertained the audience as an actor for decades took charge behind the camera in 2021 with the film Barroz. The superstar's directorial debut went on floors in March last year. The actor will also be starring in the film and on the occasion of the New Year; he dropped the first look from the film.

Mohanlal goes bald in the first look of his directorial debut Barroz

In the first look, Mohanlal is seen in a completely new avatar with a bald head and thick moustache, and beard. He looks majestic as she is seen sitting on a throne-like golden seat.

Sharing the first look poster, Mohanlal wrote, "Here's a toast to another year that rises before us.  Wishing all good fortunes and prosperity upon each one of you! May this year turn out to be one of the most treasured time frames of your life!"


Mohanlal plays the titular role of Barroz- a mythological character, a genie, who guards Vasco Da Gama's treasure. The film which is being shot in 3D will have significant use of animation and VFX technology. The film is based on the story written by Jijo Punnoose who is the creator of the iconic Malayalam movie My Dear Kuttichathan, the first 3D movie from India. Spanish actors Paz Vega and Rafael Amargo and veteran Malayalam actor Prathap Pothen will be seen in pivotal roles in the film. The film is produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvaad Cinemas.

ALSO READ: Mohanlal and Prithviraj look dapper in first look poster of Bro Daddy; film to release on Disney+Hotstar


SS Rajamouli lauds Tovino Thomas starrer Minnal Murali- "We have a superhit superhero now"

Tovino Thomas’s latest superhero outing on Netflix “Minnal Murali” is receiving rave reviews from the audience and critics alike. Director SS Rajamouli who is known to make larger-than-life movies like Eega, Bahubali and now RRR, has praised Minnal Murali and congratulated Tovino Thomas for scoring a hit with the film.

SS Rajamouli lauds Tovino Thomas starrer Minnal Murali- We have a superhit superhero now

Rajamouli also expressed his gratitude to Tovino Thomas for appearing at the RRR promotional event in Kerala and said, “Minnal Murali is indeed a great film. Everyone here has always wished that we should have a superhero of our own, and it’s evident, we have a superhit superhero now.” With Tovino being a diverse actor, Jr. NTR stated how he is in love with this quality.

Adding to that, Jr. NTR who was also present at the press event lauded the actor by saying, "Tovino is like my brother. I watched his recent film Minnal Murali. He is a wonderful actor,"

Minnal Murali narrates the story of an ordinary man Jaison from a small town and how he becomes the superhero Minnal Murali and talks about how this event changes his life. Produced by Weekend Blockbusters (Sophia Paul) and directed by Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas plays the titular role of Minnal Murali alongside Guru Somasundaram, Harisree Ashokan, and Aju Varghese. The film premiered on 24th December on Netflix.

ALSO READ: Tovino Thomas’ Netflix’s superhero Minnal Murali lands at Ain Dubai


Rhea Chakraborty wraps up "a year full of healing and pain" with a heartfelt post

Actor Rhea Chakraborty took to her social media on the last day of the year 2021 to share a sweet note.  It has been a tough year for her, but she is looking at 2022 with stronger eyes and a kinder heart.

Rhea Chakraborty wraps up a year full of healing and pain with a heartfelt post

Sharing a happy picture of herself, Rhea wrote, "You see me smiling and laughing, it’s not been easy to get here. A year full of healing, a year full of pain. But here I am, smiling and looking at you 2021-because indeed what doesn’t break you makes you stronger..! Have a wonderful New Year’s Eve with your loved ones, may 2022 be kind to all of us. Love and light ✨
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On the work front, Rhea was last seen in the film Chehre which also starred Amitabh Bachchan, Emraan Hashmi, and Annu Kapoor.

ALSO READ: Rhea Chakraborty and Shibani Dandekar have a blast celebrating Christmas; gets joined by Farhan Akhtar


Thursday, December 30, 2021

EXCLUSIVE: "The best and biggest thing is the love my wife is giving me after watching 83"- Ranveer Singh

Kabir Khan's sports drama 83 which is based on India's historic win at the 1983 world got a worldwide theatrical release on December 24, 2021. Ranveer Singh who essays the role of Kapil Dev in the film is being lauded for his performance.

 

Post the release of the film Ranveer Singh in an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama spoke about the appreciation he has been receiving for the film . During the chat, he also revealed his wife and actress Deepika Padukone's reaction to the film and his performance.

Talking about Deepika's reaction Ranveer said, "The best and biggest thing is the love my wife is giving me after watching 83. Among the love and affection, and appreciation from all corners I would say the way Deepika has reacted is really special. I'm getting a lot of extra love in the past few weeks since she has watched 83. She is feeling prouder than ever before and expressing it to me in different ways. I'm just lapping it up. So, she is very proud of my work and I've been getting more love and affection from her than ever before. So, this is one of the best things to come after 83 for me.

Deepika Padukone who is the co-producer of 83 also essayed the role of Kapil Dev's wife Romi Dev in the film.

 

ALSO READ:EXCLUSIVE: Ranveer Singh tears up as he talks about the response for 83; says, “It’s a miracle that I became an actor”


Karan Johar urges Delhi government to reopen theatres, says 'cinemas are safe'

Bollywood director and producer Karan Johar, on Thursday, urged the Delhi government to allow cinemas to reopen after the yellow alert was announced in the state. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced strict restrictions in the city in view of the rising COVID-19 cases and a surge in the Omicron variant in the city. CM Kejriwal announced that spas, gyms, and cinema halls, that were earlier operating at 50 percent capacity, will be shut down. This announcement has come after the national capital witnessed a test positivity rate of more than 0.5% from the past two days.

Karan Johar urges Delhi government to reopen theatres, says 'cinemas are safe'

Karan Johar urged the government to permit the functioning of theatres in his Twitter post that read, "We urge the Delhi Government to allow cinemas to operate. Cinemas are equipped with better ability to ensure a hygienic environment while maintaining social distancing norms as compared to other out-of-home settings."

His post came shortly after the Producers Guild of India made a request as well.

Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Shri Manish Sisodia met prominent cinema owners and members of the Multiplex Association of India (MAI), on December 30 morning. In the meeting, the delegation requested the Deputy Chief Minister’s intervention in the reopening of Delhi cinemas.

ALSO READ: "Pan-India is definitely a phenomenon, we cannot diminish it or dilute it" - Karan Johar on crossover cinema in India


Vijay Deverakonda flaunts his ab-tastic physique as MMA fighter in adrenaline pumping Liger teaser

Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda is going Pan-India with his upcoming movie Liger which stars Ananya Panday and Mike Tyson in a special role. While fans have been eagerly waiting to catch a glimpse, the makers have finally dropped the first teaser on New Year's Eve.

Vijay Deverakonda flaunts his ab-tastic physique as MMA fighter in adrenaline pumping Liger teaser

In the very first teaser, you see rushes of Liger, who is a well-known MMA fighter. He is being trained by Ronit Bose Roy. It is an action-packed teaser with loads of fight scenes. Vijay Deverakonda has completely changed his physique altogether.

Liger will also feature numerous foreign fighters. In association with Puri connects, the film is being produced jointly by Bollywood's leading production house Dharma Productions.

Given it is one of the biggest Pan India projects and moreover, with Mike Tyson on board, Puri Connects and Dharma Productions are making the film on a grand scale. The film has cinematography handled by Vishnu Sarma, while Kecha from Thailand is the stunt director. Puri Jagannadh, Charmme Kaur, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta together are bankrolling the film.

Ramya Krishnan and Ronit Roy play prominent roles in Liger which is being made in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Liger is in the last leg of shooting and the makers will release it on August 25, 2022, worldwide.

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ALSO READ: Ahead of the first glimpse, team of Liger starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday introduce a new Instagram filter


Taapsee Pannu on her plans for marriage, “I am in no hurry to get married”

Taapsee Pannu who had a fabulous year with her twin towering achievements—Haseen Dillruba and Rashmi Rocket, has no immediate plans of tying the knot with her boyfriend former badminton player Mathias Boe.

Taapsee Pannu on her plans for marriage, “I am in no hurry to get married”

When I ask her about marriage in 2022, she retorts, “Just because weddings are the flavour of the season? No no. Not really. I have no immediate wedding plans. I have quite a few assignments on hand. I don’t want to do a rush-rush wedding.”

Taapsee, one of the busiest actors in India wants to get married when she has the time. “Whenever I get married it will happen in a relaxed atmosphere. I am in no hurry to get married. Nothing much will change after marriage so I am not feeling any great need to take the plunge right now.”

She hopes for a more organized 2022 than 2021. “Because of the lockdown the last two years have been a little crushed and cluttered for me. I have been literally running in and out of sets trying to find time for myself and my family. This has taken a toll on my physical and mental health. I am hoping 2022 will be more peaceful. I hope there are no shocking sudden lockdowns in 2022. Touchwood.”

Also Read: Taapsee Pannu’s Haseen Dillruba beats Akshay Kumar’s Sooryavanshi to become most-watched film on Netflix in 2021


Another complaint filed against Kangana Ranaut for her 'Bheek' remark on Independence of India

The troubles for Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut (Kangana Ranaut) appear to be rising. The actress' 'Independence Bheek Remark' has sparked a firestorm of controversy. She has been the subject of yet another complaint. Kangana Ranaut recently stated that India's 1947 independence was obtained by handouts. In 2014, India achieved true independence. Her statement caused a stir, and she was criticised.

Another complaint filed against Kangana Ranaut for her 'Bheek' remark on Independence of India

A complaint has been filed against Kangana Ranaut for allegedly making an outrageous statement by Bharat Singh (Mumbai Congress General Secretary) on December 28.

Advocates Ashish Rai and Ankit Upadhyay filed the case at the Vile Parle Police Station. According to the reports, Kangana Ranaut's careless statement was broadcasted worldwide via interviews. The complaint cites that the national dignity and honour of Indian citizens, great former freedom warriors, heroes, and former leaders have been harmed by this statement. It's been called unconstitutional and against national dignity.

Many complaints were filed against Kangana after she made this statement. Along with this, there was a demand that she returns the Padma Shri Award. People gathered on the roadside and set fire to her effigy in rage.

Also Read: Kangana Ranaut fails to appear before the Mumbai Police in FIR filed against her for a social media post against farmers’ protest


Jay Park steps down as CEO of H1GHR Music and AOMG - "I will remain as an advisor for both labels"

Musician Jay Park has announced that he is stepping down as the CEO of his two music labels - H1GHR Music and AOMG. The announcement was made on Friday on his social media handles.

Jay Park steps down as CEO of H1GHR Music and AOMG - "I will remain as an advisor for both labels"

 

In a statement released on December 31, 2021, Jay Park said, "After a lot of thought and taking time to organize my emotions I’ve decided to step down as the CEO of AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC. I know this may be shocking to a lot of people but I will remain as an advisor for both labels and we will continue to be a family and a crew. I want to thank all the fans that have trusted in me and supported me in all my endeavors and I hope you guys continue to support Aomg, H1ghr Music, and I and all the things we do for many years to come."

"As for all the Artists and employees at AOMG and H1ghr music, I want to sincerely thank you guys for entrusting your futures at these two labels that I’ve founded and it’s really an honor to build this together and to continue to make history side by side. I don’t take it for granted for one second and it will always be near and dear to my heart. I'm not perfect but I’ve always tried my best and I will continue to try my best. I love you all. Thank you and Happy new year," he concluded his statement.

Jay Park is the founder of both AOMG, which he started in 2013. H1GHR Music Records is a global Hip-Hop and R&B label founded in 2017 by producer, businessman, and rapper Jay Park with North American singer and songwriter Cha Cha Malone. The company aims to promote new talents in their hometowns, Seoul and Seattle, and internationally.

Meanwhile, Jay Park will release a new song "To Life" on January 1 at 6PM KST via AOMG.

ALSO READ: JAY B is smitten in love in ‘B.T.W’ music video featuring Jay Park; drops solo EP SOMO FUME


Court rules Jung Hae In and BLACKPINK's Jisoo starrer Snowdrop can continue be on air after civic group files case for history distortion

The Seoul Western District Court has ruled in favor of Jung Hae In and Jisoo starrer JTBC drama Snowdrop in a case brought by a civic group. Since its premiere earlier this month, Snowdrop has been caught up in allegations of problematic historical distortion, with over 300,000 citizens signing a national Blue House petition requesting that the drama be taken off-air.

Court rules Jung Hae In and BLACKPINK's Jisoo starrer Snowdrop can continue be on air after civic group files case for history distortion

Amidst the ongoing controversy, a civic group called Declaration of Global Citizens in Korea also filed for an injunction against JTBC on December 22 to stop airing the drama. As reported by Korean tabloid Soompi, while the Blue House has not yet responded to the national petition (which it is required to do once a petition surpasses the minimum of 200,000 signatures), the Seoul Western District Court dismissed the Declaration of Global Citizens in Korea’s request for an injunction on December 29.

The court explained its decision by stating, “Even if Snowdrop is based on a distortion of history, the probability that the public will blindly accept [those distortions as fact] is low.” The court went on to state that there was also currently no law in existence that protected the pro-democracy movement from historical distortion, adding that even if such a law did exist, “Unless the content of the drama directly involves [the civic group], it’s difficult to argue that it infringes on the rights of [the group].”

JTBC has continued to argue that the allegations of historical distortion are a misunderstanding that will be cleared up in future episodes, and last week, the network chose to alter its broadcast schedule to air three episodes of Snowdrop in a row in an attempt to prove it.

Meanwhile, the public is still awaiting the Blue House’s response to the national petition regarding the drama.
Besides Jung Hae-in and Jisoo, Snowdrop stars Yoo In Na, Jang Seung Jo, Yoon Se Ah, Kim Hye Yoon, and Jung Yoo Jin. It premiered on JTBC on December 18, 2021, and airs every Saturday and Sunday at 22:30 (KST).

ALSO READ: JTBC releases statement regarding history distortion in Jung Hae In and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo starrer Snowdrop


Ahead of the first glimpse, team of Liger starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday introduce a new Instagram filter

Ahead of the first glimpse of the pan-India film Liger, the makers of the film dropped the Instagram filter themed on the film. The filter is meant to give the fans an experience to be a part of the Liger tribe.

Ahead of the first glimpse, team of Liger starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday introduce a new Instagram filter

The filter allows users to have the background of juxtaposed images of a lion and a tiger which can be used for their videos and pictures they post on social media. "We make this filter so that all you lions and tigers can come join the tribe. It's yours now. Have fun,” said Vijay Deverakonda while introducing the filter.

 

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Liger is being made on a grand scale and the makers have also roped in legendary boxer Mike Tyson for a special role. Vijay and Ananya recently shot with Mike Tyson in the USA.

Liger will also feature numerous foreign fighters. In association with Puri connects, the film is being produced jointly by Bollywood's leading production house Dharma Productions. The film has cinematography handled by Vishnu Sarma, while Kecha from Thailand is the stunt director. Puri Jagannadh, Charmme Kaur, Karan Johar, and Apoorva Mehta together are bankrolling the film.

Ramya Krishnan and Ronit Roy play prominent roles in Liger which is being made in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. The film will be released on August 25, 2022, worldwide.

ALSO READ: Karan Johar shares behind-the-scenes photos of Vijay Deverakonda ahead of the release of Liger’s first teaser


Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Taylor Swift urges judge to reconsider decision of sending 'Shake It Off' lawsuit to trial

Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and her attorneys are trying to dodge the copyright lawsuit over her 2014 hit ‘Shake It Off.’ After a federal judge ruled that a copyright infringement case against the singer would go to trial, Swift's lawyers are again asking him to dismiss the case in a new motion, requesting that U.S. District Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald reconsider his decision.

Taylor Swift urges judge to reconsider decision of sending 'Shake It Off' lawsuit to trial

According to Entertainment Weekly, the lawsuit alleges that Taylor Swift copied lyrics from the 2000 song ‘Playas Gon' Play’, recorded by the girl group 3LW. In court documents filed December 23, Swift's attorneys argue that allowing the case to proceed would represent an "unprecedented" decision, noting that the judge's order "does something that, as far [as] Defendants are aware, no other court has done, namely finding a potentially valid infringement claim in the use of two short public domain phrases along with allegedly similar ideas and concepts. Defendants respectfully submit that the ruling should be revisited."

“Plaintiffs admitted, and it is undisputed, that the phrases 'players gonna play' and 'haters gonna hate' are unprotected and in the public domain,” the motion from Swift's lawyers continued, adding that unless the case is dismissed, "Plaintiffs could sue everyone who writes, sings, or publicly says 'players gonna play' and 'haters gonna hate,'" and "to permit that is unprecedented and 'cheat[s] the public domain.'"

Songwriters Sean Hall and Nathan Butler, who penned ‘Playas Gon' Play’, filed the lawsuit against Taylor Swift in 2017, arguing that the lines “the players gonna play, play, play, play, play and the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate” in ‘Shake It Off’ violated the 2000 song's copyright.

Judge Fitzgerald previously dismissed the lawsuit in 2018, stating that a phrase like "haters gonna hate" is too "banal" to be protected under copyright. However, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the ruling a year later, sending the case back to the district court.

In his December 9 decision allowing the case to proceed, Fitzgerald wrote, "Even though there are some noticeable differences between the works, there are also significant similarities in word usage and sequence/structure," and denied the defendants' motion for a summary judgment.

Also Read: Taylor Swift celebrates her 32nd birthday with HAIM sisters at an intimate party, see photos


Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Bhushan Kumar's T-Series makes it to the prestigious Times Square billboard in New York, Westfield Mall in London, and in Olympic Blvd, opposite the Grammy Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, as the first Youtube channel to surpass 202 Million Subscribers. Raising the bar higher and shattering all records, India’s largest music label, and movie studio, T-Series has crossed the milestone of 202 Million subscribers on YouTube, the first-ever channel across the world to do so. The news has taken the world by storm, quite literally, and has made it to coveted billboards across New York, London, and Los Angeles with congratulatory messages flowing in from all over. These billboards were put up by the biggest search engine in the world, Google.

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

The achievement comes after T-Series witnessed remarkable growth, churning out not only the finest music but also a wide range of films under its banner. T-Series becomes the first YouTube channel globally to cross 202 million subscribers. With 29 channels across languages and genres, the total subscriber base for the T-Series network is more than 388 million with over 742 billion views.

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Speaking about this phenomenal success Bhushan Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director of T-Series, says, “To be recognised for this feat, and that too across prestigious platforms and billboards like Times Square in New York, London and Los Angeles, is a huge honour for the T-Series family. When you realise that the hard work, strength and grit of so many decades, leads to global recognition and a chance to make your country proud, there is honestly no better feeling. This is indeed a glorious moment for all Indians given that a homegrown Indian channel has become the first channel to cross a colossal 202 Million Subscribers mark on YouTube. I am fortunate to have a passionate team without which this would not have been possible, and I dedicate this success to my digital & music teams. ”

Neeraj Kalyan, President, T-Series adds, “When you see congratulatory milestone messages displayed across some of the most famed billboards in the world like Times Square in NYC, London and LA, for a label that is truly Made In India, you know it is a moment of great pride for not every T-Series member, but also every Indian. I believe that it’s always a team effort that leads a company to achieve its goals. These achievements give me a sense of accomplishment professionally but then there is always hunger and desire to soar higher and take up new challenges."

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Touted for entertaining viewers with a varied range of songs across genres, T-Series has collaborated with talented artists like Arijit Singh, Guru Randhawa, Jubin Nautiyal, Tulsi Kumar, Mithoon, Tanishk Bagchi, Amaal Mallik, Meet Bros, Rochak Kohli, Sachet Tandon, Parampara Tandon among others and has given hit numbers like Aankh Marey, Dilbar, High Rated Gabru, Lut Gaye, Vaaste, Cham Cham, Lahore, Bom Diggy Diggy, Nikle Currant & Badri Ki Dulhania Title Track that top the charts by gauging massive viewership on T-Series YouTube channel.

Moreover, T-Series has also produced megahit films including Kabir Singh, Ludo, Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, Thappad, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Raid, Airlift, Aashiqui 2 among others.

ALSO READ: Bhushan Kumar gifts Sajid Nadiadwala a saxophone for creating a record of crossing 3 billion-plus views of 3 songs


Badshah says 'Bachpan Kya Pyaar' fame Sahdev Dirdo has regained consciousness after bike accident

Sahdev Dirdo of ‘Bachpan ka Pyaar’ was involved in an accident earlier this week. On Wednesday morning, singer Badshah, who previously collaborated with the 10-year-old youngster for a music video, told his fans about Sahdev's accident and provided an update on his health.

Badshah says 'Bachpan Kya Pyaar' fame Sahdev Dirdo has

Badshah shared the news on his social media accounts. “Sahdev is better now and has regained consciousness. Will go to Raipur to see a good neurosurgeon. Thank you for your prayers,” he wrote on Twitter.

Badshah announced on Tuesday that Sahdev Dirdo had sustained a head injury and had been brought to the hospital. “Sahdev Dirdo had an accident, injuries on his head, unconscious, on his way to the hospital which is a 100 km away. In touch with his family and friends. I am there for him. Need your prayers,” he wrote on his Instagram stories.

Sahdev Dirdo was hurt when the motorcycle on which he was riding skid on the road in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, according to the police.Around 6:30 p.m., an accident occurred in Shabri Nagar, Sukma. According to Sukma Superintendent Sunil Sharma, Sahdev, who was not wearing a helmet, collapsed and suffered a serious head injury, while the rider had minor bruises.

After a video of him singing ‘Bachpan ka Pyaar’ went viral, Sahdev Dirdo became famous. He also appeared in the updated version of the song by rapper Badshah, which was released in August of this year.

Also Read: ‘Bachpan Ka Pyaar’ fame Sahdev Dirdo suffers head injury in road accident; Badshah says he is in touch with the family


Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's divorce finalized after 10 years after separation

Action star and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and award-winning journalist Maria Shriver’s marriage is officially over.  More than 10 years ago, Shriver petitioned to end her then-25-year marriage with Schwarzenegger.

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver's divorce finalized after 10 years after separation

A Los Angeles judge finalized the divorce on Tuesday, court records show, according to The Hollywood Reporter.  The pair had been married since 1986 when Shriver filed for divorce in 2011 after Schwarzenegger disclosed he had fathered a child with a member of their household staff years earlier. The revelation set off a tabloid frenzy, but Schwarzenegger and Shriver handled their divorce quietly and without lobbing accusations in court or in public. There were virtually no public actions taken in the case between the initial flurry of filings in 2011 and a resumption of court moves in June. Financial details of the settlement were kept confidential. Because the couple’s four children together are now all adults, there is no child support or custody arrangement. Settlement papers say that neither owes the other any spousal support, but both reserve the right to seek it through the court in the future.

Arnold Schwarzenegger amassed a fortune playing action roles in the Terminator and Conan film franchises after a successful career as a bodybuilder. After California suffered economic problems and widespread power outages under the administration of then-Governor Gray Davis, voters recalled the Democratic incumbent and elected Schwarzenegger, a Republican, to the governorship in a free-for-all election in 2003. Schwarzenegger served two terms as governor. Within a year of leaving office, he admitted fathering a child with a member of his household staff. He has returned to acting sporadically since, with roles in Terminator and Expendables films.

Shriver was forced to resign from her position as a correspondent on the NBC show Dateline when her husband announced he was running for governor. She resumed her work as a television journalist after her husband left office, producing stories for NBC while remaining active promoting women’s rights issues and reporting on and advocating for people with Alzheimer’s disease.In 2018 she authored the bestseller, “I’ve Been Thinking…: Reflections Prayers and Meditations for a Meaningful Life.”

Shriver is the daughter of Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who was the sister of President John F. Kennedy, and of Sargent Shriver, the first head of the Peace Corps and a vice presidential candidate in 1972.Shriver and Schwarzenegger’s children range in age from 24 to 32. The eldest, Katherine Schwarzenegger, is an author who is married to actor Chris Pratt.

Also Read: Arnold Schwarzenegger sets up fund for first responders, donates $1 million amid Coronavirus outbreak


Ajnabee producer Vijay Galani passes away in London 

Ajnabee, Veer, Achanak producer Vijay Galani is no more. The producer has passed away. Reportedly, it was a sudden death in London on December 29, 2021.  According to the reports, he had gone to London three months back for the treatment of blood cancer which was diagnosed a few months prior to his UK visit. However, he breathed his last on Wednesday.

Ajnabee producer Vijay Galani passes away in London 

Vijay Galani was a producer in Bollywood and close to several actors. He had produced the 2001 film Ajnabee, which starred Akshay Kumar, Bobby Deol, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Bipasha Basu in the lead roles. He also produced Salman Khan starter Veer in 2010, which also starred Mithun Chakraborty, Jackie Shroff, Zareen Khan, Sohail Khan.

Vijay Galani was in his 50s and survived by his wife, a son, and a daughter.

ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: The reason why Veer and Ajnabee producer Vijay Galani was thanked in Sooryavanshi and it has a Salman Khan connection


Sanjay Leela Bhansali offers Heera Mandi to the legendary actress Mumtaz; she declines the offer

Since its announcement, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heera Mandi has been one of the most talked about venture. In fact, in October, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the filmmaker was well underway casting for the web-series. Now, that SLB has wrapped working on the Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi, reports state that he has immersed himself in Heera Mandi. Interestingly, continuing with the cast, we have learnt that Bhansali has since approached the super-iconic yesteryears’ actress Mumtaz.

Unfortunately, the yesteryears’ heart-throb of millions, has said no to the offer from Sanjay Leela Bhansali. “A huge fan of the iconic actress, who regaled us in many blockbusters in the 1960 and 1970s, SLB had approached her, but she is in no mood for a comeback. She has said no to an offer to play a prominent part of Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s lavish costume drama Heera Mandi for Netflix”, says a source in the know.

Further talking about the role that Mumtaz was offered, the source adds that it was a pivotal role which required the screen legend to perform an elaborate Mujra. But Mumtaz declined saying her husband would not like her dancing at her age.

As for Heera Mandi, the show that is exclusively being developed for Netflix will have 7 episodes of one hour each in the first season, to be followed by a second season in 2022. The first episode is being directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali himself. He may also direct the second episode, while the closing episode will also be directed by Bhansali. The rest of the episodes will be directed by Vibhu Puri who was an assistant to Bhansali.

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Saif Ali Khan wraps up second schedule of Vikram Vedha in Lucknow

Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series and Reliance Entertainment in association with Friday Filmworks & S. Sashikanth’s YNOT Studios’ action-packed thriller, Vikram Vedha has concluded its second filming schedule spanning 19 days in Lucknow with Saif Ali Khan. Saif Ali Khan shot adrenaline-pumping action sequences himself. The film stars Hrithik Roshan and Saif Ali Khan in lead roles, with Radhika Apte in a crucial role. Pushkar & Gayatri, the original writers, and directors are donning the director’s hats for the Hindi remake as well.

Saif Ali Khan wraps up second schedule of Vikram Vedha in Lucknow

Bhushan Kumar, Chairman and Managing Director, T-Series, says, “The anticipation grows as the film shoot progresses. Hrithik and Saif on the big screen will be a sight to behold. This will undoubtedly be the most eagerly anticipated release of 2022.”

Shibasish Sarkar, the producer, says, “As we wrap up the second schedule of Vikram Vedha we are happy that the film is proceeding as scheduled and in accordance with all government protocols. Each completed schedule is another significant milestone for the film. I'm really looking forward to the film getting into excellent shape as it proceeds and releasing it to viewers all over the world.”

Vikram Vedha is presented by Gulshan Kumar, T-Series Films, and Reliance Entertainment in association with Friday Filmworks and YNOT Studios Production. The film is directed by Pushkar & Gayatri and produced by S. Sashikanth and produced by Bhushan Kumar. Vikram Vedha will hit the big screens globally on 30th September 2022.

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Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Bhushan Kumar's T-Series makes it to the prestigious Times Square billboard in New York, Westfield Mall in London, and in Olympic Blvd, opposite the Grammy Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, as the first Youtube channel to surpass 202 Million Subscribers. Raising the bar higher and shattering all records, India’s largest music label, and movie studio, T-Series has crossed the milestone of 202 Million subscribers on YouTube, the first-ever channel across the world to do so. The news has taken the world by storm, quite literally, and has made it to coveted billboards across New York, London, and Los Angeles with congratulatory messages flowing in from all over. These billboards were put up by the biggest search engine in the world, Google.

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

The achievement comes after T-Series witnessed remarkable growth, churning out not only the finest music but also a wide range of films under its banner. T-Series becomes the first YouTube channel globally to cross 202 million subscribers. With 29 channels across languages and genres, the total subscriber base for the T-Series network is more than 388 million with over 742 billion views.

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Speaking about this phenomenal success Bhushan Kumar, Chairman & Managing Director of T-Series, says, “To be recognised for this feat, and that too across prestigious platforms and billboards like Times Square in New York, London and Los Angeles, is a huge honour for the T-Series family. When you realise that the hard work, strength and grit of so many decades, leads to global recognition and a chance to make your country proud, there is honestly no better feeling. This is indeed a glorious moment for all Indians given that a homegrown Indian channel has become the first channel to cross a colossal 202 Million Subscribers mark on YouTube. I am fortunate to have a passionate team without which this would not have been possible, and I dedicate this success to my digital & music teams. ”

Neeraj Kalyan, President, T-Series adds, “When you see congratulatory milestone messages displayed across some of the most famed billboards in the world like Times Square in NYC, London and LA, for a label that is truly Made In India, you know it is a moment of great pride for not every T-Series member, but also every Indian. I believe that it’s always a team effort that leads a company to achieve its goals. These achievements give me a sense of accomplishment professionally but then there is always hunger and desire to soar higher and take up new challenges."

Google puts up billboards in New York, London and Los Angeles to celebrate T-Series' phenomenal rise to the top

Touted for entertaining viewers with a varied range of songs across genres, T-Series has collaborated with talented artists like Arijit Singh, Guru Randhawa, Jubin Nautiyal, Tulsi Kumar, Mithoon, Tanishk Bagchi, Amaal Mallik, Meet Bros, Rochak Kohli, Sachet Tandon, Parampara Tandon among others and has given hit numbers like Aankh Marey, Dilbar, High Rated Gabru, Lut Gaye, Vaaste, Cham Cham, Lahore, Bom Diggy Diggy, Nikle Currant & Badri Ki Dulhania Title Track that top the charts by gauging massive viewership on T-Series YouTube channel.

Moreover, T-Series has also produced megahit films including Kabir Singh, Ludo, Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, Thappad, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Raid, Airlift, Aashiqui 2 among others.

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Twinkle Khanna remembers her late father Rajesh Khanna on his birth anniversary; shares a throwback picture

Actor-writer Twinkle Khanna turned a year older today on December 29. Twinkle's birthday also marks the birth anniversary of her late father and the superstar Rajesh Khanna. On her father's 79th birth anniversary, Twinkle took to Instagram and made a special post remembering him.

In the post, she shared a throwback monochrome picture in which she can be seen planting a kiss on her father's cheek. Along with the picture, Twinkle wrote a heartfelt note which reads "He always said I was the best present he could have ever received, as I tumbled feet first into the world on his birthday. A little star looking up at the biggest one in the galaxy. It's our day together, now and forever."

 

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Recently, a biopic of the superstar Rajesh Khanna was also announced by producer Nikhil Dwivedi. The film was originally titled, Superstar. The film will capture the journey of Rajesh Khanna from his struggling days in the industry till his last days.

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