Friday 31 December 2021

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1 sees increase in screen count in its third week

The Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1 that released a while back has been doing brisk business at the box office. In fact the Hindi dubbed version of the film has fast emerged as the dark horse at the box office. After opening to a good start, the film which received positive reviews from the critics wowed the audience. Interestingly, Pushpa which released across 1401 screens in its first week saw an increase in screens in week 2 to 1500 screens. Now going into its third week, the film again sees an increase in screen count.

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa: The Rise – Part 1 sees increase in screen count in its third week

As per reports, in week 3, Pushpa will screen across 1600 screens! This increase in screens in the third week is being attributed to the high demand for the film among the audience and the fact that the Shahid Kapoor starrer Jersey which was slated to release on December 31 has since been postponed. Given the sudden open slot, theatre owners and exhibitors have decided on capitalizing on the chance with a higher screen count for Pushpa: The Rise.

Given this increased screen count in week three, Pushpa: The Rise that has collected Rs. 47.09 cr till date is more than likely to see an increase in collections over the coming week.

Also Read: Pushpa Box Office: Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa (Hindi) holds strong in week 2



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

Anushka Sharma’s return to the movies has been hugely speculated and anticipated by her fans and industry alike and we can now confirm that Anushka is set to sign about three premium projects! It looks like two of them will be theatrical projects and she will also be seen in one hugely mounted OTT original film that is set to be the biggest movie ever shot for the digital platform in India!

Anushka Sharm to kick off two theatrical releases and one OTT project

“Anushka Sharma returning to the movies is the best thing happening to our film industry in 2022. She is expected to be mostly seen in three big projects, two of them being big screen entertainers, while one is a massively mounted OTT project. The scale with which this project is being conceptualized easily makes it the biggest film to be produced for the digital space in India! We can expect these announcements to start early next year and Anushka’s fans will rejoice at the range and the clutter-breaking projects that she will choose to entertain them with,” informs a trade source.

“Anushka’s glorious track record at delivering the biggest hits in Hindi cinema coupled with her brilliant, versatile acting skills, already makes these project huge talking points. So, one can expect each announcement to become big conversation starters. Anushka has always been keen to be a part of the best cinema being produced by Hindi film industry and these new choices will be reflective of her headspace to choose entertainers that are fresh and new. She will be focussing on her acting career and wants to be a part of cinema that is remarkably differential yet hugely entertaining,” says the source.

Now that Vamika is close to a year old (her birthday is January 11), looks like Anushka is all set to dazzle the silver screen again!

ALSO READ: Anushka Sharma cheers for husband Virat Kohli along with daughter Vamika



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Big Hit Music denies dating rumours of BTS' RM being in a relationship since 2019; agency plans to take legal action 

South Korean juggernaut BTS' label Big Hit Music is once again shutting down rumours surrounding another member. The agency has denied dating rumours surrounding the group's leader RM. It was being claimed that he has been in a relationship since 2019. Now, the agency is planning to take legal action.

Big Hit Music denies dating rumours of BTS' RM being in a relationship since 2019; agency plans to take legal action 

According to Korean tabloid SpoTV News, Big Hit Music said in a statement on December 31, “The dating rumors involving RM are not true.” The company plans to take legal action against those spreading misinformation, malicious rumours, insults & sexual harassment towards BTS.

A YouTube channel had posted a video on December 30 claiming to show evidence that BTS' RM is dating a wealthy woman of the same age since 2019 and that they met each other through a shared interest in art.

In particular, it is being reported that this is the same YouTuber who previously spread rumours about members Jimin, V, and Jungkook. For V and Jungkook, the agency released statements denying the dating rumours.

ALSO READ: BTS’ V aka Kim Taehyung turns 26 – his baritone voice, charming visuals and personality make him unique



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Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani’s Shershaah broke the clutter in 2021 by becoming most-watched film on Amazon Prime Video

The war drama Shershaah, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani in the lead roles, easily became a fan favourite earlier this year when it was directly released on Amazon Prime Video in September 2021. Amid the pandemic and with cinemas still closed in the country in many states at the time, Dharma Productions took the call for direct-to-digital release and the audiences were thrilled to witness the story of Captain Vikram Batra.

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani’s Shershaah broke the clutter in 2021 by becoming most-watched film on Amazon Prime Video

The film intricately showcased the inspiring life and valorous charm of PVC Captain Vikram Batra, who was martyred while fighting for his nation in the treacherous terrains of Kargil. According to Amazon Prime Video, Shershaah was, at the time, watched in over 4100 Indian towns and cities as well as in 210 countries and territories around the world. It also became the most popular Hindi film with a rating of 8.9 on IMDb. The film did tremendously well on the digital platform and was appreciated for its storyline.

The war drama was also the audiences’ favourite for its breathtaking album. With soul-stirring songs like ‘Raataan Lambiyaan’, ‘Ranjha’, ‘Mann Bharryaa 2’, they were tremendously loved and appreciated to the point that album has received massive streaming numbers crossing 1 billion.

Not only the music and storyline, but the performances were also highly applauded. gave a new identity to Sidharth Malhotra’s acting career and a much-needed boost. He was appreciated for his portrayal of Captain Vikram Batra, his command on the screen was amazing and his chemistry with Kiara Advani made the two of them one of the favourite pairs on-screen of all time.

Jointly produced by Dharma Productions and Kaash Entertainment, the film also stars Kiara Advani in the lead along with Shiv Panditt, Raj Arjun, Pranay Pachauri, Himanshu Ashok Malhotra, Nikitin Dheer, Anil Charanjeett, Sahil Vaid, Shataf Figar, and Pawan Chopra in pivotal roles.

ALSO READ: Ranbir Kapoor – Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra – Kiara Advani not tying the knot in 2022



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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



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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



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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



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Thursday 30 December 2021

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



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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



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Cinemas in Mumbai told not to play shows after 8:00 pm on December 31

The Covid-19 situation once again has started to deteriorate especially in the entertainment capital, Mumbai. The cases have risen exponentially in the last 10 days, compelling the authorities to reimpose certain restrictions in the city. This is especially taking in mind that tomorrow is December 31, that is, New Year’s Eve, when citizens are in a mood to gather and party. Realizing that such a situation can lead to widespread Covid-19 cases, the Mumbai Police has imposed Section 144 in the city. Earlier in the day, restaurants and parties were not asked to avoid gatherings and parties.

And now, Bollywood Hungama has found out that the cinema halls, too, have been asked to follow certain restrictions, albeit only for December 31. A source from a multiplex told Bollywood Hungama, “We have been told that no show should be played beyond 8:00 pm tomorrow. Meaning, the last show of the day should begin before 8:00 pm, say at 7:30 pm or 7:45 or 7:55 pm."

The source continued, "We had got a lot of bookings for night shows of 83, Spider-Man: No Way Home and Pushpa: The Rise - Part 01 for tomorrow. As these shows stand cancelled, we'll refund the money to the viewers. Since the time we have been informed about this directive, we have stopped selling tickets of tomorrow's night shows at the box office counter."

The number of daily Covid-19 cases crossed the 3000 mark today in Mumbai. Delhi, meanwhile, has already shut down cinemas since Tuesday. The source said, "As of now, we are told to follow this rule only for a day, on December 31. We hope that in the coming days, the authorities don't impose restrictions or don't ask us to shut down. We had just restarted two months back, after all”.

Also Read: Nora Fatehi tests positive for COVID-19



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Salman Khan's 56th birthday gifts include apartment worth Rs. 12 crore, an expensive BMW, diamond bracelet, Rolex watch

Bollywood actor Salman Khan celebrated his 56th birthday with his family and friends on December 27 at his Panvel farmhouse. His family, friends, co-stars and fans across the world extended their best wishes to Salman through social media. He also received many worthwhile gifts at his birthday party.

Salman Khan's 56th birthday gifts include apartment worth Rs. 12 crore, an expensive BMW, diamond bracelet, Rolex watch

On his birthday, Salman received wishes from his co-actors Katrina Kaif, Shilpa Shetty, Sanjay Dutt and Jacqueline Fernandez. He also got gifts from his family and friends.

Reportedly, Katrina Kaif gifted Salman a gold bracelet worth around Rs 2-3 lakhs, Jacqueline gifted him a watch of Chopard brand worth Rs. 10-12 lakh. Actor’s close friend Sanjay Dutt gifted a diamond bracelet worth Rs lakhs to Salman. Bollywood star Anil Kapoor gifted Salman an expensive leather jacket worth Rs. 27-29 lakh and actress Shilpa Shetty gifted Salman a gold and diamond bracelet worth Rs. 16-17 lakh.

Salman was also given precious gifts by his family members. His younger sister Arpita, reportedly has gifted him a Rolex watch worth Rs. 15-17 lakh. His brothers, Sohail Khan and Arbaaz Khan gifted him a BMW S 1000 RR worth Rs. 23-25 lakhs and Audi RS Q8 worth Rs. 2-3 crore, respectively. Arpita Khan’s husband and Salman’s brother-in-law and Antim co-star Aayush gifted him a gold chain worth Rs. 75,000.

According to reports, Salman’s father Salim Khan gifted his son an apartment in Juhu worth Rs. 12-13 crore.

On the work front, Salman Khan recently spoke to the media outside his Panvel farmhouse and made some interesting and exciting revelations.The actor revealed the title of the film, Pawan Putra Bhaijaan which is a sequel to Bhajrangi Bhaijan. Salman said that K V Vijayendra Prasad has named the film and he will complete the script soon.

Also Read: Salman Khan to return as Chulbul Pandey in Dabangg 4; Tigmanshu Dhulia is working on the script



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Park Min Young signs with Hook Entertainment, home to actors Youn Yuh Jung, Lee Seung Gi following her departure from Namoo Actors

South Korean actress Park Min Young has signed with a new agency named Hook Entertainment. It was previously announced on December 29 that the actress parted ways with Namoo Actors after four years. On December 30, Hook Entertainment confirmed that Park Min Young has signed with the agency, which is home to stars including Youn Yuh Jung, Lee Sun Hee, Lee Seo Jin, and Lee SeungGi.

According to Korean tabloid Soompi, the agency commented, “Hook Entertainment will dedicate our full efforts as a partner for actress Park Min Young, who is receiving much love for her excellent character portrayals and sincere acting in every project, in order for her to happily focus on her acting and shine anywhere as a great actress.”

On the work front, Park Min Young is currently gearing up for her upcoming drama Cruel Story of Office Romance, which is set to premiere via JTBC in the first half of 2022. The drama is about the work and love lives of people who work at the Korea Meteorological Administration, Korea’s national weather forecast service.

Park Min Young will be starring as the frosty Jin Ha Kyung, an intelligent and highly organized individual who does everything by the book and is fastidious about keeping her personal and professional lives separate. Due to her cold demeanor, she has few friends at work and has become an “outsider by choice.”

Also Read: Son Ye Jin, Jeon Mi Do & Kim Ji Hyun star in slice-of-life drama Thirty Nine, makers share first still cuts



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Wednesday 29 December 2021

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



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SCOOP: The REAL reason why SS Rajamouli is NOT postponing the release of Ram Charan and Jr. NTR's RRR

Ever since the makers of Jersey announced that the film will no longer release on December 31, there has been a strong buzz about a delay in the release of RRR too from its announced date of January 7. However, we at Bollywood Hungama can exclusively confirm that the movie is not getting delayed at this point of time.

SCOOP: The REAL reason why SS Rajamouli is NOT postponing the release of Ram Charan and Jr. NTR's RRR

"SS Rajamouli and the team of RRR had requested multiple film producers - from Bheemla Nayak to F3 and Sarkaru Vaari Paata - to delay their release to make way for RRR. The team was of the belief that a film made on a budget as huge as RRR wanted to make the most during the festive season of Pongal and Sankranti. All the producers were gracious enough to delay the film to make way for RRR. The producers of all films announced their new release dates too and planned their schedules as per the new dates. RRR is the only film to release in AP and Telangana on January 7," a trade source from Hyderabad informed Bollywood Hungama.

The source also added that now, if the RRR team decides to delay the release, there is a huge possibility of it not getting a solo release in home state again. "It would be unfair on the producers of other films if RRR is delayed now. The Andhra Pradesh - Telangana market is completely functional. The government there too resolved the on-going ticket rate issues for RRR to ensure a grand release on January 7. Now, if they delay the film keeping the Hindi market in mind, all the stakeholders in the local belt would be disappointed as efforts were taken to ensure the most smooth release of RRR in AP and TG. That aside, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala are also functioning without much of ado. The release issue as of now is only in Hindi and changing the date for that market would upset the people in all other territories," the source explained. 

It's a catch 22 scenario and the makers too are confused on what's to be done next, though on an ethical ground to respect the efforts and unity shown by South Indian industry, they are inclined towards forgoing the Hindi markets too. "They might renegotiate the prices in Hindi based on what the business potential is. RRR is an emotion and they are putting all the emotional interest and energies over the financial ones, even if it means loss of crores of rupees in Hindi belt. There is a possibility of reduced revenue at other places too due to covid uncertainty, but well, at this point of time, Rajamouli and his team are extremely confident of their content and are sure that it's so exciting that the audience will come out to watch the film in Southern states come what way," the trade source said.

There is also another catch as RRR has already sold tickets worth $3 million in the overseas belt and this is increasing with every passing hour. There is an insane craze abroad and it would also be difficult to refund the tickets at the last minute as the advances are in full swing with tickets selling like hot cakes. Over and above that, the team has gone all out on marketing front by unveiling all their assets as also spending a bomb to create awareness of the biggest Indian film till date. A delay would mean all the spending going haywire. All in all, the RRR team is set to experience some loss of revenue either ways and it's extremely sad to see this happen to what is the biggest Indian film till date.

Also Read: Ram Charan on his bond with RRR co-star Jr NTR – “I will thank everybody but not Tarak”



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Allu Arjun thanks North India for response to Pushpa (Hindi)- “Planning to release Pushpa 2 in maximum number of languages”

Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil starrer Pushpa has been receiving an incredible response from across the country. The film originally made in the Telugu language was also released in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. The Hindi version of Pushpa surprised all with its overwhelming run at the box-office in the Northern belt. At a post-release event for Pushpa, lead actor Allu Arjun thanked the audience in North India for showering love on the film and promised that the sequel to the film will be released in maximum Indian languages.

Allu Arjun thanks North India for response to Pushpa (Hindi)- “Planning to release Pushpa 2 in maximum number of languages”

At the success event of Pushpa: The Rise Part 1, Allu Arjun said that they tested waters by releasing the Hindi version of Pushpa and were pleasantly surprised by the outcome. “We were thinking that we want to release this film in Hindi, but we weren't sure. Because we didn't have the time to do publicity. We didn't know how much of it will convert. I know there is a pulse, which I've been seeing for the last five years on YouTube.”

Allu said how the Hindi dubbed versions of South Indian movies have the highest views on YouTube. “Who are these people all over in the heartland of India who are watching these films? Are they only watching on satellite and YouTube? Or are they even going to come to the theaters?” he said.

“I somewhere had a belief that you know so many people are watching they might come to the theaters. But we don't know for sure. As testing waters to see if the audience which I'm seeing on YouTube and on satellite, which is humongous numbers, will they come to the theaters. I wanted to test waters with Pushpa and believe me thank you to the whole of North India, you proved we are just not going to love us through digital mediums but we will come physically to the theaters to admire you. Thank you so much for that. Thank you every distributor of mine for taking me into other languages,” he further said.

Allu Arjun also confirmed that with Pushpa 2 they plan on going bigger as far as languages are concerned. “I'm planning to release Pushpa 2 in maximum number of languages ever done in Indian cinema before. We want to reach each and every language of the audience if possible. We want to reach your hearts,” he concluded.

ALSO READ: Pushpa: The Rise makers remove Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna’s ‘bold chest touching’ scene



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Seeta Aur Geeta fame Mushtaq Merchant passes away at 67 after a prolonged illness

Veteran actor and comedian Mushtaq Merchant departed in Mumbai on December 27. He was 67. He lived his last days at Mumbai’s Holy Family Hospital. He was suffering from diabetes and receiving treatment at the hospital. He was living in the Bandra area of Mumbai. Hanif Zaveri, who is a close friend of Mushtaq Merchant, informed the media that the cause of Mushtaq’s death was his high blood pressure and diabetes.

According to Zaveri, Mustaq was suffering from diabetes for the last 10-12 years and he was admitted to the hospital on December 27 after his health deteriorated. He departed a few hours after admission to the hospital. He made his debut in Bollywood with Jawani Diwani in 1972. He also acted in films such as Seeta Aur Geeta, Sagar, Fifty Fifty and Sholay among others. He had a long career spanning over two decades and performed in over 80 films.

Mushtaq was presumed to have an appearance in Sholay that starred Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra. But his role in the film could not make it to the big screen, as the scenes starring him were removed in the final edit due to the length of the film. It is said the late actor essayed two roles in Sholay - train driver and a biker.

According to reports, Mushtaq had won the Best Actor award at the All India Inter College Competition held in Mumbai. He has also won the Best Writer and Director award for three consecutive years at college competitions. Mushtaq had also written scripts for some movies like Pyaar Ka Saaya, Laad Saab, Sapne Saajan Ke, and Gang.

Reports say that the veteran actor has quit films 16 years ago due to his inclination towards religious activities.

Also Read: Malayalam filmmaker KS Sethumadhavan passes away at the age of 90



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Shahid Kapoor reduces his fees from Rs. 31 cr. to keep Jersey in race for a theatrical release - convinces producers not to opt for OTT

The industry was in a shock when the producers of Jersey announced that their sport drama will no longer release on December 31 following the announcement by Delhi Government to shut down the cinema halls in the National Capital. We exclusively bring an insight of all the conversations that happened over the last 2 days in the meetings of team Jersey.

Shahid Kapoor reduces his fees from Rs. 31 cr. to keep Jersey in race for a theatrical release - convinces producers not to opt for OTT

"After the rising Covid cases, the team of Jersey had got a prior intimation that Delhi cinema halls might be shut soon. Hence, they had multiple meetings on the future course of action for the film, since their entire marketing campaign had rolled out and there was not much left to even promote. They had discussion with their digital partner, Netflix, who agreed to pay a premium price for a direct to digital premiere on December 31. The offer was lucrative and the producers were of course inclined to that," a source informed Bollywood Hungama.

That's not all. The source added, "They were almost sure to give the film to Netflix for a premiere since these are uncertain times and Covid will delay the film by at least 1 to 2 months, adding on to the cost and also reducing the hype around the film. They felt, instead of a hike in budget, it's better to let the viewers experience Jersey on OTT. That's when the hero, Shahid Kapoor stepped in. The actor was clear that Jersey deserves a theatrical release. When the makers pointed out the costs, the actor was gracious enough to reduce his remuneration to safeguard the film for theatrical medium."

So what next? "Shahid charged Rs. 31 crore for Jersey and without any hesitation, he told the producer that he will reduce his acting fees to the extent of the additional cost that will pile up on the film due to the delay. If the budget escalates by Rs. 5 crore, he will reduce Rs. 5 crore from his fees. If the budget is escalated by Rs. 10 crore, he will let go off Rs. 10 crore from his fees. For him, Jersey is special and he is confident that the audience will fall in love with the world that they have created. The producers were convinced and that's how they decided on delaying the release rather than opting for a direct to digital premiere."

Well done Shahid!

Also Read: Jersey passed with U/A certificate and ZERO cuts; is the longest Shahid Kapoor film to date



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Sunny Leone's posters burnt by Hindutva groups over ‘Madhuban’ music video for hurting sentiments

Right-wing demonstrators set fire to the posters of actor Sunny Leone in Mumbai on December 28, accusing her of hurting Hindu sensibilities in a new music video for ‘Madhuban’ in which she was featured.

The people from the Antarrashtriya Hindu Parishad and the Rashtriya Bajrang Dal assembled at the Soorsadan crossing on MG Road and sang anti-Antarrashtriya Hindu Parishad and anti-Rashtriya Bajrang Dal slogans. They demanded that the song be banned, as well as filed a police complaint against the actor at the Hariparwat police station. According to them, "Hindus have been offended by the new music video.”

Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra, on Sunday, said to take down the ‘obscene’ music video. In the wake of the controversy, music label Saregama on Sunday said the company will "change" the name and lyrics of the song ‘madhuban mein Radhika naache’ after Madhya Pradesh Home Minister Narottam Mishra alleged the music video, had hurt Hindus' religious sentiments.

"In light of recent feedback and respecting the sentiments of our fellow countrymen, we will be changing the lyrics and name of the song 'madhuban...'. The new song will replace the old across all platforms over the next three days," Saregama said in a statement earlier this week.

Also Read: Madhya Pradesh Home Minister warns actor Sunny Leone to take down ‘Madhuban’ music video for hurting Hindu religious sentiments



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Arjun Kapoor, Anshula Kapoor, Rhea Kapoor and Karan Boolani test positive for COVID-19

The surge of the Omicron variant of the novel coronavirus has been increasing day by day. In the midst of Covid returning, the entertainment industry has been highly affected by the infection with governments announcing new regulations. Earlier we reported about various celebrities including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Amrita Arora, Maheep Kapoor and her daughter Shanya Kapoor being infected by the virus.


Yesterday, Ranvir Shorey had also taken to Twitter to inform that his son Haroon has tested positive for Coronavirus. Now, a report by a web portal suggests that actor Arjun Kapoor, his sister Anshula Kapoor, Rhea Kapoor and her filmmaker hubby Karan Boolani have all tested positive for Covid-19. All of them are presently under quarantine and are taking all the precautions suggested by the doctor.

Meanwhile, on the work front Arjun Kapoor will next be seen in Mohit Suri’s Ek Villain Returns, Aasmaan Bhardwaj’s Kuttey and in Ajay Bahl’s The Ladykiller.

ALSO READ:Arjun Kapoor wishes sister Anshula Kapoor on her birthday; grooves with her on Badshah’s song ‘Jugnu’



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Tuesday 28 December 2021

Hugh Jackman tests positive for Covid-19, Music Man cancels performances

The revival of Meredith Willson’s classic musical The Music Man will cancel performances through January 1 after Hugh Jackman, who plays Harold Hill, tested positive for COVID-19.

Hugh Jackman tests positive for Covid-19, Music Man cancels performances

The Music Man is one of the hottest tickets on Broadway. However, like many other shows, it is struggling to keep its cast and crew healthy at a time when COVID is surging and omicron is causing breakthrough infections and contributing to record cases in New York City. Sutton Foster, Jackman’s co-star, was forced to miss several performances after coming down with the virus. She will return on January 2, with Jackman expected to resume performances on January 6.

In a video posted to social media, Jackman said his case was mild. “My symptoms are like a cold — I have scratchy throat and a bit of a runny nose — but I’m fine,” Jackman said. “And I’m just going to do everything I can to get better ASAP, and as soon as I’m cleared I’ll be back on stage heading to River City. Please stay safe, be healthy, be kind,” he added.

On Twitter, the show said all tickets for the canceled performances will be refunded or exchanged at point of purchase. Several Broadway shows have been forced to cancel performances due to breakthrough cases, including Aladdin, Mrs. Doubtfire, Hamilton and The Lion King. Other productions such as Ain’t Too Proud, Jagged Little Pill and Waitress have ended their runs early as COVID continues to depress ticket sales and imperil Broadway’s revival.

The Music Man has continued performances even as Foster has been out, with Jackman going viral after he gave an emotional tribute to understudy Kathy Voytko.

Also Read: Hugh Jackman undergoes skin biopsy for possible cancer scare 



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Post Tadap Ahan Shetty to sign second film with Sajid Nadiadwala

It is unlikely that the newest hero on the block Ahan Shetty would move away from producer Sajid Nadiadwala who designed and executed young Shetty’s debut vehicle. Sources in the know reveal that Ahan Shetty’s second film would also be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala.

Post Tadap Ahan Shetty to sign second film with Sajid Nadiadwala

“Sajid wants to build Ahan’s career as an action-romance hero. He did the same with Tiger Shroff whom he introduced in Heropanti and then promoted as a star through the Baaghi franchise, Sajid has a definite plan for Ahan as well,” the source reveals.

Interestingly, Sajid Nadiadwala had no contract binding Tiger Shroff to do films. Nadiadwala has not bound Ahan to any contract either.

Also Read: Ahan Shetty practices deadly bike stunts for his debut film, Tadap; watch



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Squid Game creator Hwang Dong Hyuk in talks with Netflix for season 3 of the survival series

Netflix’s hit South Korean thriller series Squid Game creator is in talks with the streaming giant for the season 3 of the series. In a conversation with KBS in Korea, Hwang Dong Hyuk said that he's already had conversations with Netflix.

Squid Game creator Hwang Dong Hyuk in talks with Netflix for season 3 of the survival series

"I'm in talks with Netflix over season 2 as well as season 3," Hwang explained. "We will come to a conclusion any time soon."

Previously, Hwang spoke to the Associated Press about the upcoming second season of the show. "So, there's been so much pressure, so much demand, and so much love for a second season. So I almost feel like you leave us no choice," he said. "But, I will say there will indeed be a second season. It's in my head right now. I'm in the planning process currently. But I do think it's too early to say when and how that's going to happen."

This all hasn't stopped the creator from speculating about who the front-man will be in future installments of the show. In a virtual panel with Entertainment Weekly, Hwang said, "I'm not really in the right place to be discussing season 2 in an official setting, but if there were to be a season 2, in the first season that we saw Gi-hun is a character whose humanity is shown through or exposed in certain situations," Hwang explained. "In other words, his humanity is shown through a very passive manner. But I would think that in the second season, what he has learned from the games and his experience in the first season, they will all be put to use in a more active manner."

"And at the same time, as for the Front Man [Lee Byung-hun] who was also a past winner but became a Front Man, it's like Darth Vader," the creator added. "Some end up Jedi and some become Darth Vader, right? I think that maybe Gi-hun will go through a certain critical point where he is put through a test as well."

Squid Game was released worldwide on September 17, 2021, to critical acclaim and international attention. It went on to become Netflix's most-watched series, becoming the top-viewed program in 94 countries and attracting more than 142 million member households and amassing 1.65 billion viewing hours during its first four weeks from launch, surpassing Bridgerton.

Also Read: Squid Game creator Hwang Dong Hyuk reveals alternate ending for Lee Jung Jae; plans to ‘go beyond’ expectations in season 2



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Ranvir Shorey's son Haroon tests positive for Covid-19, actor to get tested on December 29

Actor Ranvir Shorey on Tuesday confirmed that his son Haroon tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently asymptomatic. The actor, who shares 10-year-old Haroon with former wife and actor Konkona Sensharma, tested positive for the virus when Shorey and their son took an RT-PCR test on their way back to the city from Goa.

Ranvir Shorey's son Haroon tests positive for Covid-19, actor to get tested on December 29

“My son Haroon and I were on holiday in #Goa, and during the routine RT-PCR testing for the flight back to Mumbai, he has turned out to be #Covid positive," he wrote on Twitter.

“We are both completely asymptomatic and have immediately quarantined until further investigations. The wave is real. #India,” he tweeted.

On Monday, Goa’s COVID-19 tally reached 1,80,117 after 67 new cases were observed.

Mumbai recorded 1333 cases on Tuesday.

Ranvir Shorey and Konkana Sen Sharma started dating in 2007 and married three years later in 2010. They filed for divorce in 2020 but have been separated since 2015. Ranvir was last seen in Lootcase.

Also Read: Raghav Juyal to play a dark character in Hasal alongside Sanjay Mishra and Ranvir Shorey



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'Bachpan Ka Pyaar' fame Sahdev Dirdo suffers head injury in road accident; Badshah says he is in touch with the family

Internet sensation Sahdev Dirdo, a 10-year-old boy who shot to fame after a video of him singing ‘Bachpan ka Pyaar’ song went viral on the internet, met with a road accident on December 28. The police said that the boy was injured when the motorcycle skidded on the road in Chhattisgarh. The accident took place at around 6:30 pm on Tuesday evening in the Shabri Nagar area.

'Bachpan Ka Pyaar' fame Sahdev Dirdo suffers head injury in road accident; Badshah says he is in touch with the family

Sukma Superintendent, Sunil Sharma reportedly said Dirdo wasn't wearing a helmet and fell and suffered a head injury whereas the person riding the bike suffered minor injuries. He was immediately taken to the hospital in the district and then shifted to Jagdalpur Medical College hospital.

Rapper Badshah, who had remixed the song and released it with Sahdev featuring in the music video, took to Twitter that he will help the family in every way. "In touch with Sahdev’s family and friends. He is unconscious, on his way to hospital. I'm there for him. Need your prayers," he wrote on Twitter.

Sahdev Dirdo shot to fame with his classroom singing video on ‘Bachpan ka Pyaar’ in his school uniform. It was reportedly shot in 2019 but went viral between 2020-2021. The remix was made and released in August 2021.

ALSO READ: 2 Years of Good Newwz: Here’s Why Badshah opted to not do the film



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Rajinikanth officially launches his foundation to help the students of marginalized communities

South megastar Rajinikanth earlier announced a scheme in which he said that he'll help the students of marginalized communities to train them for the exams conducted by TNPSC. According to the scheme, 100 students will be funded under the Rajinikanth foundation.

A press announcement was made earlier this month on December 26 on its official website. The release read, "The Rajinikanth Foundation was started by the Superstar of Indian Cinema Padma Vibhushan Rajinikanth to use education of the poor and the downtrodden as a tool to create a society built on Empathetic Governance, Progressive Thinking, Leadership Excellence, Scientific Temper, Democratized Education and Sustainable Economic System. Though we have a Global vision, we want to limit our initial initiatives to Tamil Nadu."

Meanwhile, on the work front, Rajinikanth was seen in the film Annaatthe. Next, it is speculated that he'll be seen in the film Thalaivar 169  which will be helmed by Nelson Dilipkumar.

ALSO READ:Koffee Shots With Karan: Dhanush reveals how he’d react if he woke up as father-in-law Rajinikanth one day



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Team of Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday’s Liger to end the year with multiple announcements in the next 3 days

The team of the Pan-India film Liger starring Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday is all set to end the year with some massive and back-to-back exciting announcements. Starting Wednesday (December 28) till the end of the year, the makers will be making some exciting announcements. On December 31, the makers will be unveiling the first glimpse of the film.

Team of Vijay Deverakonda and Ananya Panday’s Liger to end the year with 3 announcements in 3 days

The announcement saga will begin on Wednesday at 10:30 am with a special announcement video which will be followed by a double dhamaka on Thursday when the makers will share BTS stills and a special Insta filter. Finally, on the last day of 2021, the team will be sharing the first glimpse of the much-anticipated film.


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. Liger is in the last leg of shooting and the makers will release it on August 25, 2022, worldwide.

ALSO READ: Ananya Panday gives a glimpse of her bond with Mike Tyson as they start shooting for Liger



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Shahid Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur starrer Jersey postponed amid COVID-19 cases rise in India

Bollywood actors Shahid Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur starrer Jersey has been postponed. Amid the increased numbers in the positive cases of COVID-19, the makers have decided to postpone the film from its upcoming release on December 31, 2021. Apart from that, the rumours surrounding the film that it will see direct-to-OTT release are false.

Shahid Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur starrer Jersey postponed amid COVID-19 cases rise in India

The announcement of the postponement was made on December 28, just days before the release of the film. The film will have a theatrical release and the makers will announce the new date in the coming weeks.

The news comes in a few hours after 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. In the past few weeks, India has seen a rise in the number of cases with experts predicting the country to see a peak in daily cases only by February. On Tuesday, 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.

ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: “Normal people get chances now a little more than earlier” – Shahid Kapoor on how the film industry has changed



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Cinema halls to shut down in Delhi amid rising cases of COVID-19; to impact films like 83, Jersey, RRR

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. In the past few weeks, India has seen a rise in the number of cases with experts predicting the country to see a peak in daily cases only by February.

Cinema halls to shut down in Delhi amid rising cases of COVID-19; to impact films like 83, Jersey, RRR

On Tuesday, 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.

This announcement has come as a big blow to filmmakers and theatre owners, exhibitors, and distributors. The theatres were just reviving with films like Sooryavanshi, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and Pushpa bringing people back to the theatres despite the 50 % capacity rule. Now, with the Delhi government announcing to shut down cinema halls, it will have a major impact on the business of the recently released film 83 starring Ranveer Singh and upcoming films like Jersey starring Shahid Kapoor and the pan-India film RRR. SS Rajamouli's RRR was expected to revive the theatres. The film which is scheduled to release on January 7 stars Ram Charan, Jr NTR, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn.



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Taxi Driver actor Lee Je Hoon and D.P. star Goo Kyo Hwan confirmed to star in new film Escape

South Korean actors Lee Je Hoon and Goo Kyo Hwan have been confirmed to star together in the upcoming film Escape.The two actors will be acting together for the first time after Lee Je Hoon previously expressed his desire to work with Goo Kyo Hwan.

Taxi Driver actor Lee Je Hoon and D.P. star Goo Kyo Hwan confirmed to star in new film Escape

Escape tells the story of the other side of the barbed-wire fence at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and depicts the fierce escape and pursuit of North Korean soldier Gyu Nam, who dreams of living a life with a future, and security team officer Hyun Sang, who must stop him.

Unlike previous films depicting the conflict between South Korea and North Korea, Escape will focus on North Korea’s side of the DMZ and their military units as well as the complicated emotions existing between an escapee and pursuer. The director will also capture the action and escape process in a suspenseful manner.

Lee Je Hoon will play North Korean soldier Im Gyu Nam who dreams of living a new life in South Korea rather than in the North, where his future is already decided. Having starred in various projects of different genres and time periods, Lee Je Hoon raises anticipation for his next transformation into a soldier who puts his life on the line in order to escape and find his dreams.

Goo Kyo Hwan will play North Korea’s security officer Ri Hyun Sang of the intelligence agency, who chases after ImGyu Nam in order to prevent his escape. Viewers are looking forward to seeing the chemistry between Lee Je Hoon and Goo Kyo Hwan as they transform respectively into ImGyu Nam, who is chasing his dreams, and Ri Hyun Sang, who is trying to preserve reality.

The film is helmed by Lee Jong Pil of Samjin Company English Class and The Sound of a Flower and will be produced by The LAMP Ltd., which previously worked on Taxi Driver, Mal. Mo. E – The Secret Mission, and Samjin Company English Class.

On the work front, Lee Je Hoon was last seen in action-thriller drama Taxi Driver released earlier this year. Goo Kyo Hwan, on the other hand, last featured in drama D.P. co-starring Jung Hae In.

Escape will begin filming in the first half of 2022 after finalizing the main cast.

Also Read: South Korean drama Taxi Driver starring Lee Je Hoon in lead reportedly set for season 2 



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Shefali Shah, Kirti Kulhari, and Vishal Jethwa starrer medical thriller Human to release on Disney+Hotstar on January 14

When dark secrets of the medical world are revealed, will the brave live to expose the truth or be consumed in a dangerous web of lies and deception? After a year of back-to-back successes with shows like Special Ops 1.5, Aarya 2, November Story and many others, Disney+ Hotstar kick starts the year 2022 with the launch of Human, a medical thriller based on Human drug trials in India. The series boasts of an absolute stellar cast headlined by National award-winning actor Shefali Shah and versatile actor Kirti Kulhari along with Vishal Jethwa, Ram Kapoor, Seema Biswas, Aditya Srivastava, and Mohan Agashe amongst others. The suspense thriller, Human, unravels unexpected secrets of the world of medicines and their effect on people with a gripping tale of murder, mystery, lust, and manipulation. Directed by Vipul Amrutlal Shah and Mozez Singh, the Disney+ Hotstar Specials series has been penned by Mozez Singh, and Ishani Banerjee. The forthcoming medical thriller drama produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah of Sunshine Pictures Pvt. Ltd releases on 14th January 2022 and will also be available on Hulu.

Shefali Shah, Kirti Kulhari, and Vishal Jethwa starrer medical thriller Human to release on Disney+Hotstar on January 14

The fictional series enunciates the collateral damage due to fast-tracked drug trials for financial gains in a gripping tale that involves innocent lives lost to greed. Touching compelling themes like the value of human life, medical malpractice, class divide, and ramifications of a fast-paced medical science, Human brings forth the greed to make money in a compelling tale of power struggles, secretive pasts, trauma, and murders.

Talking about the series, producer and director Vipul Amrutlal Shah said, "Human delves into the complexities of human nature with a backdrop of the medical world. It explores the dark and twisted world of unethical human trials in a provocative yet real and gritty manner. It showcases aspects of the unknown medical world laden with suspense at every turn. Mozez Singh and Ishani Banerjee have done a wonderful job with the script and the incredibly talented ensemble star cast makes Human an exciting watch."

Sharing his experience of working on the script of Human, writer, and director, Mozez Singh said, “Human is a series that deals with a very unique take on life and death. It questions the value of human life and the extent human beings will go to run away from their grief, guilt and shame. The repercussions of this can have extreme effects on the lives of the people involved, creating escalating drama and conflict between all of them and allowing the narrative to be truly explosive, especially when you throw in the barriers of class into the mix. Getting to explore all of the above with my co-writer Ishani Banerjee and the rest of the writers room was a true honour and I'm extremely grateful to Sunshine Pictures for giving me the opportunity. This was an intense project for me as it has several elements that resonated with me. On a personal level and therefore I was constantly inspired and determined to give my best. I’m proud of what we have delivered.”

Actor Shefali Shah, who is playing the lead character of Dr. Gauri Nath, in the series said, “Human as a series is extremely relevant and relatable in today’s time. When I read the script, I couldn’t help but imagine our current scenario, a world of hospitals and vaccine trials. It makes one question humanity and everything that transpires to keep it intact. Gauri Nath is someone you rarely come across. It’s one of the most complicated characters I’ve ever played, and completely out of my comfort zone. She is unpredictable and indecipherable. Human is a Pandora’s box of emotions, actions and consequences. And you’d never know what hit you from the dark depths of its complexities.”

Actor Kirti Kulkarni, playing Dr. Saira Sabarwal in the series said,“It has been an absolute pleasure and thrill to play the role of Dr. Saira Sabharwal. It's the first time that I am playing a doctor on screen, a world that I am not completely unfamiliar with as my sister and brother in law are doctors. I did get a lot of insight by speaking to both of them and other doctors. During that phase, I would get into a conversation with whichever doctor I met which could help me with my character. Apart from that, Human is such a layered and complex story, it immediately pulled me towards it. Also the fact that Shefali Shah would be a part of the same show with me, really excited me. She is someone I really look up to and I have truly enjoyed her work as an actor and I was thrilled to share screen space with her. The show also has other wonderful actors and I also met a psychologist to discuss some aspects of my character. I basically got into the mindsets and world of the doctors, speaking to various people and understanding various aspects of how they function in the workspace and outside of it. It's the first time I am playing a doctor and it's a thrilling experience, my fans too are going to really enjoy my role of Dr. Saira Sabharwal. Super excited for Human.”

ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: Shefali Shah talks about her directorial Happy Birthday Mummy Ji, being a hardcore romantic and exploring her comic side in Darlings



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TWICE to perform at Tokyo Dome on April 2022

South Korean female group TWICE will hold two concerts at Tokyo Dome on April 2022. As a part of its ongoing world tour, the performance at the Dome will take place on April 23 and April 24, the group's management agency said on Monday.

TWICE to perform at Tokyo Dome on April 2022

This will become the group's first performances in Japan since 2019, when it performed in seven big cities in the country as part of a world tour, according to JYP Entertainment.

The new world tour titled "III" began with two concerts in Seoul, on Saturday and Sunday, which were the first in-person concerts by the group in 22 months.

After Seoul, the tour will continue in Los Angeles on Feb. 16, in Oakland on Feb. 18, Dallas on Feb. 22, Atlanta on Feb. 24 and New York on Feb. 26.

According to Yonhap tabloid, with tickets for the US concerts all sold out, the nine-piece group plans to announce additional stops for the tour, the agency said.

TWICE embarked on the tour with a two-day concert in Seoul on December 25–26 at the Olympic Gymnastics Stadium in Songpa-gu, Seoul.

This concert tour is the first in-person concert in 1 year and 10 months since the last 'TWICE WORLD TOUR 2019 'TWICELIGHTS'. In August 2020, the online performance 'Beyond LIVE - TWICE: World in A Day' was held to meet fans all over the world at the same time.

Also Read: TWICE’s Jeongyeon won’t participate in Seoul concerts owing to health issues, confirms JYP Entertainment



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Monday 27 December 2021

Prernaa V Arora and TIPS collaborate for the film Hari UP; Sajid Samji to direct

Filmmaker Sajid Samji of the writer-director duo Sajid-Farhad has announced his first solo directorial. Titled Hari UP, the film is presented by TIPS Industries, Bay Films, and Prernaa V Arora. Shivin Narang will be the lead actor in the film.

Prernaa V Arora and TIPS collaborate for the film Hari Up; Sajid Samji to direct

Presenter Kumar Taurani ji says, "TIPS is contributing one of the best music for Hari UP the film has an important social message, the music of the film is a different attempt from us to surprise the audience with something very special, we have already worked with Sajid in the past and its a great experience collaborating with Prernaa."

Prernaa V Arora and TIPS collaborate for the film Hari UP; Sajid Samji to direct

Prernaa V Arora says, "How my film Toilet Ek Prem Katha brought a contribution to the society this film is also based on the teachings of our Prime Minister Shree Narendra Modi ji and is an attempt to bring a change in the society, the message this time is 'HridayPariwartan'. I  have always been attached to films with a social message and social cause that’s been my forte one of the greatest films like RustomToilet Ek Prem KathaPadman and now presenting this film in collaboration with TIPS Industries is an attempt on a subject that will touch everyone’s heart. It's been a wonderful experience working with Sajid Sir and  I'm very confident that he will bring in a beautiful cinema for the audience, and with collaboration with TIPS Industries will aim to do HridayPariwartan."

The film introduces two protagonists who are going to be a surprise package. The father and antagonist characters will be played by profound actors from the industry. The leading actor is Shivin and there is a surprise and twist to the story.


Sajid Samji says, “Hari UP is all about that, which will change entire thoughts of living your life in and out. It is an emotional and heart-touching story of an ancestral pandit family, of a father and two sons and a reverent Varanasi, also called Kashi. A place of power where a miracle unfolds that takes the town make notice of how one man with love, tenderness and religious bent can make all the difference. This film will be entirely shot in the holy place of India, Kashi a spiritual and the holiest of cities in Hinduism. It is also called the “city of light”.



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BTS’ Jungkook and Yumi’s Cells actress Lee Yoo Bi’s agencies deny dating rumours; Big Hit Music to take legal action

The agencies of BTS’ Jungkook and South Korean actress Lee Yoo Bi have denied reports that say that the two are in a relationship. The rumours began to take over the internet in the past few days and the agencies were quick to put a halt to the speculations.

BTS' Jungkook and Yumi's Cells actres Lee Yo Bi's agencies deny dating rumours; Big Hit Music to take legal action

According to Korean tabloid Soompi, Lee Yoo Bi’s agency Y-Bloom Entertainment commented, “That’s a groundless [rumor]. Lee Yoo Bi and Jungkook’s dating news make no sense. They’ve never met, and they don’t know each other. Among the BTS members, Lee Yoo Bi knew Suga, but that was a long time ago. We don’t even know if they’re in touch right now.”

On the same day, Jungkook’s label BigHit Music stated that it is not true that Jungkook is dating Lee Yoo Bi. The agency is taking regular legal action against malicious posts and false information related to BTS.

Recently, one YouTuber, who posts content about K-pop stars, uploaded a video that claimed the two stars were dating. According to the video, Lee Yoo Bi is a fan of Jungkook, and she engaged in “lovestagram” by posting purple hearts on her Instagram account.

Also, it was pointed out that Jungkook’s older brother and Lee Yoo Bi’s younger sister are following each other on social media. In addition, the YouTuber shared that the two stars wore matching clothes and bracelets and that Jungkook fits Lee Yoo Bi’s description of her ideal type, which is a “manly man with pretty eyes.”

On the work front, Yoo Bi was last seen as Ruby in Kim Go Eun and Ahn Bo Hyun starrer drama Yumi’s Cells. Meanwhile, BTS’ ‘Butter’ earned a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards which will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on January 31, 2022.

Also Read: From BTS to BLACKPINK’s Lisa’s, TXT to SEVENTEEN, TWICE to ATEEZ – here are 15 B-sides tracks by Korean artists that were impactful in 2021



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Sooraj Pancholi gets his beast mode on with the Ducati Streetfighter V4 worth over Rs. 26 lakhs!

Sooraj Pancholi made his debut with the 2015 film Hero, post which the Bollywood actor was seen in Satellite Shankar and Time to Dance. While post his debut, Sooraj’s films have not really made a mark at the box office, the actor has certainly made an impression with his performance. But away from films, it seems like Sooraj is all set to get his beast mode on with his latest bike. In fact, the actor recently became a proud owner of the Ducati Streetfighter V4.

Sooraj Pancholi gets his beast mode on with the Ducati Streetfighter V4 worth over Rs. 26 lakhs!

Sharing images astride his new mean machine, Sooraj took to Instagram saying, “The best Christmas ever! ❤️‍???????????? #StreetfighterV4s An absolute beast! Thank you soo much @ducati_india I’m in love !!! #Ducati #superbike #V4s #Allblack @ducati”. For the motorhead in you, the machine is equipped with an 1103 cc which develops a power of 205.17 bhp the boke comes with an aggressive design style comprising of an LED headlight with a V-shaped LED DRL, an LED taillight, a split-style seat, and a single-sided swingarm design. Available in Ducati Red and Dark Stealth the machine tips the weighing scale at 180kg! Feasting a Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine with the Panigale V4, linked to a six-speed gearbox, the company also offers the full-racing Ducati Performance exhaust by Akrapovic as an optional extra.

 

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Back on the work front, Sooraj Pancholi is currently working on his next venture titled Hawa Singh. The film which is based on an Indian Heavyweight boxer by the same name, who dominated Indian and Asian amateur boxing for a decade in his weight class, is being directed by Prakash Nambiar.

Also Read: Choreographer Shabina Khan kickstarts Reality in Reality Phase II auditions; Anil Sharma, Sooraj Pancholi support the initiative for underprivileged kids



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