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Shannon K and Dad Kumar Sanu take on California today
Singer-songwriter Shannon K will perform alongside legendary playback singer Kumar Sanu and Sadhana Sargam during the Unforgettable 90s USA and Canada Tour 2025. The artist plans to blend contemporary pop elements with classic Bollywood tracks from the 1990s era. California hosts the first performance this Saturday under Pacific Standard Time, while New Jersey welcomes the second show on September 21. Shannon K expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with these established performers while bringing fresh interpretations to beloved songs. Kumar Sanu praised his daughter's ability to energize audiences through her unique vocal style and stage presence. The veteran singer noted how Shannon adds international appeal to their nostalgic...
Aaditya questions Kiku's 25 years on Rise and Fall
Tensions will escalate between television personalities during an upcoming Rise and Fall episode. Host Ashneer Grover questions comedian Kiku Sharda about basement conditions, prompting Sharda to identify a disruptive trio. The comedian singles out singer Aaditya Narayan, Arbaz Patel, and dancer Dhanashree Verma as atmosphere disturbers. Sharda emphasizes the Penthouse role in maintaining ruler authority and order. He criticizes Narayan for using inappropriate sarcastic communication styles. Narayan defends his approach by questioning Sharda's comedic methods on television programs. The comedian objects to professional attacks on his quarter-century entertainment career. Narayan counters by mentioning his three decades of industry...
Nimrat Kaur's Lunchbox note remembers late Irrfan Khan
Actress Nimrat Kaur commemorated the twelfth anniversary of The Lunchbox through an Instagram post on Saturday. The 2013 film directed by Ritesh Batra featured the late actor Irrfan Khan alongside Kaur in lead roles. She expressed how her character Ila delivered emotional connection to viewers through the symbolic tiffin container. The international co-production involved studios from India, America, Germany and France. Supporting cast members featured Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Bharti Achrekar and Nakul Vaid. The movie premiered at the Cannes Film Festival Critics Week in 2013 and earned the Grand Rail d'Or award. The Toronto International Film Festival also showcased the production that same year. A mistaken delivery by tiffin carriers...
Omelette comment starts Awez and Neelam's Bigg Boss row
Tensions escalated between Awez Giri and Neelam Giri during a recent Bigg Boss 19 episode. The conflict emerged after Awez accused Neelam of attempting to please other contestants to avoid nominations. Their disagreement intensified when Awez criticized Neelam for cooking meals as a strategic move. Neelam defended her actions by stating she prepares food for people she respects rather than as manipulation tactics. The heated exchange occurred in the garden area following a task about contestant worthiness. Both participants engaged in finger-pointing while exchanging harsh words about gameplay strategies. Awez suggested Neelam focuses on cooking and serving others rather than genuine competition. Current house residents remain after...
Airbus bets a billion on India with new Gujarat R&D site
Airbus will establish a Research and Development Centre of Excellence at Gujarat's Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya. Managing Director Jurgen Westermeier revealed this decision during discussions with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The aerospace manufacturer sources components worth over one billion dollars annually from more than 100 Indian suppliers. Bengaluru hosts the company's Digital Centre, which ranks as its second-largest global facility after the Toulouse headquarters. The organization established a Global Capability Centre in 2018 to support worldwide operations. The company employs over 3600 people across Indian locations, with 1500 skilled information technology professionals delivering business solutions. Airbus partners...
Nagarjuna's X post says Shiva will shake theaters again
Annapurna Studios will re-release the 1989 cult classic Shiva on November 14, 2025. Nagarjuna Akkineni announced this decision through his social media platform, timing the release with his father ANR's birthday celebration. The production house plans to present the film in 4K format with Dolby Atmos sound technology for modern theater experiences. Director Ram Gopal Varma responded to the announcement by noting the film's return on Children's Day would bring joy to many viewers. The original Telugu version and its Tamil adaptation Udhayam both achieved significant commercial success upon their initial theatrical runs. Ram Gopal Varma created the story based on his personal college experiences as an engineering student. Ilaiyaraaja...
PMK founder Ramadoss pleads with Modi over son Anbumani
The Election Commission has officially recognized Anbumani Ramadoss as President of the Pattali Makkal Katchi party. This decision emerged after Anbumani conducted a general council meeting on August 9 that appointed him to the leadership position. The commission reviewed documentation submitted between August 10 and 11 before confirming his authority. Party founder Dr. S. Ramadoss has reportedly requested a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding this development. The father-son dispute has divided the political organization for several months. Anbumani enjoys support from three of five party legislators and most organizational members. General Secretary Vadivel Ravanan, Treasurer Thilagavathi Bama, and over ninety percent...
Bhatt praises Suhrita Das's writing from living wounds
Veteran producer Mahesh Bhatt has revealed how he developed the talents of Suhrita Das, who directs his upcoming film Tu Meri Poori Kahani. The filmmaker encountered Das during a Durga Puja celebration in Kolkata eleven years ago. Das worked as a hairdresser while pursuing her passion for writing despite being married with children and financially secure. Bhatt became intrigued when she described cutting hair with her left hand and writing with her right hand. Her writing samples impressed him with their authentic recklessness. Das contributed a scene to Hamari Adhuri Kahani that reflected her personal experiences with standing up to difficult relationships. The pair collaborated on various projects, particularly the television series...
Neil Mukesh's Instagram post calls Nurvi his life
Neil Nitin Mukesh marked his daughter Nurvi's seventh birthday Saturday by sharing an emotional social media post. Multiple photographs accompanied the 43-year-old actor's Instagram message, which featured images of Nurvi with his mother, Rukmini, from infancy to the present day. Mukesh expressed profound love for his child, referring to her as his life's center. Their family began when Mukesh married Rukmini in 2017, with Nurvi arriving one year later. The actor conveyed birthday wishes and blessings for his daughter's future happiness. Current projects find Mukesh starring in Ek Chatur, a darkly comic thriller from director Umesh Shukla. Divya Khosla Kumar joins the cast of this film about a deceptively simple woman who outsmarts...
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