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Shriya Saran warns the impersonator to stop wasting time
Actress Shriya Saran has warned an impersonator using her identity to contact industry professionals, urging the individual to cease fraudulent activities. The performer shared screenshots of the fake profile on Instagram while expressing concern that innocent people were being deceived by someone pretending to represent her with an unauthorized phone number. Saran recently completed work on a musical sequence for Non Violence, an upcoming production set in 1990s Madurai that centers on events inside a prison during that period. Director Ananda Krishnan has assembled a cast including Metro Shirish, Bobby Simha, Yogi Babu, Aditi Balan, Garuda Ram, and Aditya Kathir for the project backed by AK Pictures Lekha. The production team has...
ZANU-PF holds meetings to implement conference resolutions
ZANU PF has launched provincial inter-district gatherings to communicate decisions from the Annual National People's Conference held in Mutare, with party representatives reaching thousands of supporters across Zimbabwe. Director for Information and Publicity Farai Marapira explained that the sessions maintain communication channels between leadership and grassroots membership while ensuring alignment on governance priorities and Vision 2030 objectives. President Emmerson Mnangagwa directed party members to elevate living standards for citizens through improved social programs and ministerial accountability. Conference resolutions included eliminating the Intermediated Money Transfer Tax, a two percent charge on financial transactions...
Mnangagwa tightens control over the military with new appointments
Political analysts suggest that recently retired Zimbabwe Defence Forces Commander General Philip Valerio Sibanda may enter partisan politics and potentially replace Vice President Kembo Mohadi, whose departure appears imminent. Observers note Sibanda's ZIPRA background aligns with the 1987 Unity Accord provisions requiring ZAPU representation in senior government positions. President Emmerson Mnangagwa has strengthened his military influence by elevating General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi, architect of the 2023 electoral campaign, to lead the Zimbabwe National Army. Commentary indicates Tapfumaneyi could advance to Defence Forces Commander when General Emmanuel Matatu retires within months. Analysts characterize Mnangagwa as more...
Jackie Shroff wishes Zeenat Aman on her 74th birthday
Actor Jackie Shroff celebrated veteran actress Zeenat Aman's 74th birthday by sharing a video compilation featuring her memorable performances from films including Qurbani, Don and Amar Akbar Anthony. The tribute, accompanied by the classic song Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko from Yaadon Ki Baaraat, highlighted her enduring influence on Hindi cinema. Aman launched her career after winning the Femina Miss India and Miss Asia Pacific International titles before transitioning to acting. She achieved stardom through Dev Anand's Hare Rama Hare Krishna and maintained success with numerous hits such as Roti Kapada Aur Makaan, Dostana and Laawaris. Her recent work includes The Royals, a romantic comedy series featuring Bhumi Pednekar and...
Mnangagwa retires General Sibanda, promotes Tapfumaneyi
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has retired General Philip Valerio Sibanda from his position as Commander of the Defence Forces and elevated Lieutenant General Emmanuel Matatu to replace him. Matatu received a promotion to the rank of General as part of the military reshuffle. Major General Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi has been promoted to Lieutenant General and appointed as Commander of the Zimbabwe National Army. Tapfumaneyi previously organized Mnangagwa's 2023 election campaign through a covert operation known as FAZ that operated outside official party channels.
Tom Cruise shares a photo with Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Tom Cruise has revealed the first behind-the-scenes glimpse from his collaboration with director Alejandro G. Inarritu, posting a black-and-white rehearsal photograph on social media. The actor reflected on discovering the Mexican filmmaker's debut work Amores Perros a quarter-century earlier and expressed gratitude that Inarritu presented him with an honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards alongside recipients Dolly Parton, Debbie Allen and Wynn Thomas. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognized Cruise for his dedication to theatrical exhibition, the stunt profession and cinema overall. The performer, whose career launched in 1981, gained prominence through projects including Top Gun and Risky Business before...
'Vilaayath Buddha' cleared for release, Prithviraj stars
The Central Board of Film Certification has granted a U/A certificate to Vilaayath Buddha, allowing the action film starring Prithviraj Sukumaran to proceed with its theatrical release. The actor confirmed the certification through social media, announcing that advance ticket sales would begin shortly ahead of the cinema debut. Prithviraj portrays Double Mohan, a sandalwood smuggling operative whose activities have drawn comparisons to the notorious bandit Veerappan. The recently released teaser showcases the protagonist as a bold character who confronts law enforcement while maintaining a romantic relationship with a supportive partner. The preview suggests Double Mohan faces challenges from more established criminals who question his...
Vignesh Shivan’s heartfelt birthday wish to Nayanthara
Director Vignesh Shivan has expressed his affection for his wife, actress Nayanthara, through a social media birthday message describing his feelings as truly, madly and deeply devoted. The filmmaker thanked divine forces for blessing their relationship with positive moments and abundant love while acknowledging the life they share together. The couple recently visited the Kukke Subrahmanya Swamy temple in Karnataka for prayers as Vignesh Shivan prepares for the release of Love Insurance Kompany, starring Pradeep Ranganathan and Krithi Shetty. The film has experienced multiple postponements, shifting from October to December to avoid competing with another Ranganathan project titled Dude. Reflecting on the anniversary of his...
Rajendra Chawla calls for redefined masculinity on Men's Day
Actor Rajendra Chawla has marked International Men's Day with a call to reshape traditional views of masculinity, arguing that emotional honesty requires real courage rather than weakness. The performer, who appears in the upcoming television series Lakshmi Niwas, believes society has wrongly conditioned males to suppress their feelings and urged men to embrace qualities like empathy, responsibility and openness without sacrificing respect or dignity. Chawla plays Srinivas in the Zee TV production, portraying a devoted father and husband whose personal aspiration to build a family home has repeatedly been delayed by immediate obligations, including children's education and marriages. The character's deferred dream resurfaces as...
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