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Stuntman’s bravery celebrated as 'Kattalan' jeep turns turtle
Cube Entertainments released behind-the-scenes footage from the pan-Indian Malayalam production Kattalan showing a vehicle rollover during stunt filming, paying tribute to performers who execute dangerous sequences. The clip captured crew members extracting a stuntman from an overturned jeep during action choreography for the Antony Varghese vehicle. Director Paul George helms the action thriller featuring Varghese opposite Rajisha Vijayan, with supporting performances from rapper Baby Jean, Telugu actor Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, and veterans Jagadeesh and Siddique. The production wrapped its Thailand segment after commencing work there in October, utilizing choreography from Kecha Khamphakdee and his team behind the Ong-Bak franchise...
Sobhita Dhulipala's sweet birthday wish for Naga Chaitanya
Sobhita Dhulipala marked her husband Naga Chaitanya's birthday through an Instagram photograph capturing an intimate street moment during their travels together. The Made in Heaven performer shared the romantic image showing Chaitanya assisting with her jacket zipper while referring to him as her lover in the caption, drawing a heart emoji response from the actor. The couple married following their engagement announcement earlier in the year. Chaitanya was previously married to Samantha Ruth Prabhu from 2017 until their separation four years later. Director Karthik Dandu's production Vrushakarma received its title reveal through Mahesh Babu's birthday greeting, accompanied by promotional imagery depicting Chaitanya in warrior...
Naga Chaitanya's mythological thriller 'Vrushakarma' revealed
Actor Naga Chaitanya's upcoming mythological thriller has been titled Vrushakarma, with the announcement coinciding with his birthday celebrations. Mahesh Babu revealed the project name through social media while extending wishes to the lead performer, who expressed gratitude for the gesture. Promotional materials showcase Chaitanya in a battle-ready appearance against a backdrop featuring celestial phenomena and devastated terrain. Director Karthik Dandu helms the production backed by BVSN Prasad and Sukumar through Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra LLP and Sukumar Writings. Meenakshi Chowdhury stars opposite the birthday celebrant while Sparsh Srivastava takes a significant supporting role. The technical roster features cinematographer...
Nivin Pauly teases wrap of action thriller 'Benz' schedule
Actor Nivin Pauly has signaled the completion of another filming phase for the action thriller Benz through social media posts featuring behind-the-scenes imagery. His message referenced darkness while crediting production personnel and using hashtags that suggested the schedule had concluded, generating speculation among followers about the project's timeline. Director Lokesh Kanakaraj previously indicated the Raghava Lawrence vehicle would finish within several months after completing its second segment. Production sources suggest this recent wrap could mark the final shooting period. The film has attracted attention primarily because Pauly portrays an antagonist for the first time in his career, playing a character named Walter who...
Imtiaz Ali's Chamkila earns double Emmy nods for Diljit
Director Imtiaz Ali received dual International Emmy nominations for Amar Singh Chamkila, with the biographical drama competing in the TV Movie/Mini-Series category while lead performer Diljit Dosanjh earned recognition for his portrayal of the Punjabi musician. Ali attended the 53rd ceremony alongside producer Mohit Choudhary to discuss the project's development. The filmmaker credited Netflix with resolving production obstacles that initially threatened the biography's completion, noting the platform's commitment enabled creative freedom. Ali characterized the narrative as exploring devotion between performers and their craft rather than conventional success metrics, emphasizing how Chamkila served audiences beyond financial...
Preity Zinta's childhood Prince Charming dreams revealed
Actress Preity Zinta once revealed her teenage fantasies about an ideal partner during an appearance on the talk show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai, where host Farooq Sheikh read entries from her childhood slam book. Her youthful writings described desires for a wealthy, attractive companion with captivating eyes who would provide an affluent lifestyle. The actress attributed these romantic notions to extensive Mills & Boon novel consumption during her formative years. Zinta married Gene Goodenough in a private Los Angeles ceremony in 2016 and the couple later welcomed twins Jai and Gia Zinta Goodenough. She recently shared Halloween festivities on Instagram, posting family photographs featuring her children dressed as Frozen characters and a...
Gautham Karthik's heartfelt birthday tribute to his mom
Actor Gautham Ram Karthik posted a tribute to his mother on her birthday, declaring that across countless lifetimes, he would choose her as his parent again. The son of actor Karthik praised her resilience during family hardships and credited her with maintaining unity when circumstances threatened to fracture their household. His message highlighted her roles as companion, guide and protector who transformed into a fierce defender when threats emerged. He acknowledged that neither affection nor professional achievements could equal her parental sacrifices, expressing eternal appreciation for her steadfast commitment. The performer next appears in ROOT – Running Out of Time, a science fiction crime thriller directed by Sooriyaprathap...
Shalini beams with pride as Ajith wins Gentleman Driver award
Actor Ajith Kumar received the Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025 recognition in Venice from SRO Motorsports Group, with the accolade honoring late racing driver Philippe Charriol. His wife Shalini shared images from the ceremony on social media, expressing pride in accompanying him for the presentation by SRO chief Stéphane Ratel. The Tamil cinema star launched Ajith Kumar Racing earlier this year, competing across four European and Middle Eastern endurance championships while driving alongside teammates. The squad became India's first full-time international racing operation in multiple series and secured its maiden podium finish during the debut season. Following the campaign's conclusion in October, the team acknowledged mechanical...
Roland PCM Synth Collection brings '90s sounds to DAWs
Roland has introduced the PCM Synth Collection, a software package combining emulations of the JV-1080 and XV-5080 rack modules with ten SRX Expansion Series boards originally spanning the 1990s through 2000s. The bundle recreates vintage PCM synthesis architecture while adding contemporary interface enhancements for plugin workflows. The software maintains original sound engine characteristics while offering expanded parameter access, integrated effects, and visualization tools absent from the hardware versions. Users gain deeper editing capabilities through redesigned graphical interfaces adapted for digital audio workstation environments. The collection supports VST3, AU, and AAX formats with perpetual licensing. Roland has...
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