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Animated film ‘Reena Ki Kahani’ retells horrors of human trafficking
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Animated film ‘Reena Ki Kahani’ retells horrors of human trafficking

Reena Ki Kahani, an animated film made by Shred Shreedhar, sheds light on different vulnerabilities that facilitate crimes such as human trafficking A nine-and-a-half-minute animated film released recently comes as an eye opener to all those who haven’t taken human rights seriously. Outed on the occasion of Human Rights Day, the film shines light into the horrors of human trafficking, the agents of which lurk amongst us, and are always on the prowl to trap their next victim. The film, titled Reena Ki Kahani, by producer-director Shred Shreedhar, narrates the real-life story of Reena, who was trapped and lured into flesh trade before being rescued. The film also sheds light on the different vulnerabilities that facilitate such crimes, like false promises and the lure of a better life to the clever targeting of girls from weaker sections of society who dream of a brighter future. Shred Shreedhar narrates a story of survival Through Reena Ki…
‘American Horror Story’ shuts down season 10 production due to COVID-19 exposure
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‘American Horror Story’ shuts down season 10 production due to COVID-19 exposure

The ‘American Horror Story’ franchise kicked off in 2011 with the flagship ‘Murder House’ installment The upcoming tenth season of ‘American Horror Story‘ has hit another delay.Production on the latest iteration of the FX anthology series, titled ‘American Horror Story: Double Feature’, has been brought to a halt after a positive case of COVID-19 was detected, according to Variety. An actor on the show tested positive, in what is known as “Zone A” in COVID-19 production protocol. Production will pause “for the next few days,” the outlet reported.Production on the series’ tenth season was originally scheduled to begin last year before it was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The season is now scheduled to premiere on August 25 on FX.Earlier this year, show co-creator Ryan Murphy revealed in a social media post that the upcoming season will revolve around “two horrifying stories, one by the sea…the other by the sand.” ‘American Horror Story’ Season…
Paris Jackson lands role in ‘American Horror Story
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Paris Jackson lands role in ‘American Horror Story

Paris Jackson is set to appear in the highly-anticipated FX anthology horror series ‘American Horror Story American actor-model and singer Paris Jackson is set to appear in the highly-anticipated FX anthology horror series ‘American Horror Story: Double Feature’.Production sources told TMZ that Paris Jackson will appear in one of the episodes of the forthcoming part of the FX anthology horror series. The highly-anticipated series, which was delayed in 2020 due to the pandemic, is being dubbed ‘American Horror Story: Double Feature’. Series creator Ryan Murphy recently teased about the upcoming tenth season on his official social media handles and announced that there will be two horrifying stories combined in one season.According to TMZ, the forthcoming season will be split into two mini-seasons. Murphy already confirmed, “One set by the sea” already has its cast featuring Sarah Paulson, Macaulay Culkin, and Kathy Bates. Earlier, Murphy also told that the cast for the second mini-season, “A second…
Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon team up for horror-comedy Bhediya’
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Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon team up for horror-comedy Bhediya’

‘Bhediya’ will bring together the dynamic duo of producer Dinesh Vijan and director Amar Kaushik Bollywood star Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon are all set to collaborate for Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy flick ‘Bhediya’.AfterStree’ and ‘Roohi’, Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon’sBhediya’ is all set to join Vijan’s horror-comedy universe. Film critic and movie trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the same on Twitter on Sunday and wrote, “VARUN DHAWAN – KRITI SANON IN #BHEDIYA… #VarunDhawan and #KritiSanon to star in #Bhediya… Costars #DeepakDobriyal… #Stree and #Bala director Amar Kaushik will direct… #Jio Studios and Dinesh Vijan presentation… 14 April 2022 release.” Along with the tweet, Taran also shared the teaser of the upcoming flick which reveals the vibe of the horror-comedy film. The teaser ends with a wolf growling, teasing fans to guess the wolf to be Varun, while Kriti’s look has been kept under wraps. VARUN DHAWAN – KRITI SANON IN #BHEDIYA… #VarunDhawan and #KritiSanon to…
‘American Horror Story’ returning for season 10
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‘American Horror Story’ returning for season 10

The 55-year-old creator made this casting reveal in the comments section of an Instagram account that shared a rumour that Conroy would be back on ‘American Horror Story’. American television producer and director Ryan Murphy has quietly confirmed that actor Frances Conroy will be returning to the horror anthology series ‘American Horror Story’. According to E! News, the 55-year-old creator made this casting reveal in the comments section of an Instagram account that shared a rumour that Conroy would be back on ‘American Horror Story’. Murphy wrote, “I can confirm our beloved Frannie is indeed in this season. Xo.”For the fans of the show, this is particularly exciting news, as Conroy has appeared in seven of the nine aired seasons. In fact, she was last seen portraying her fan favourite roles Myrtle and Moira in ‘American Horror Story: Apocalypse’. Image Source: Social Media These parts previously earned Conroy Emmy nominations in 2012 and 2014 for…
Malaysia sends horror film ‘Soul’ to Oscars
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Malaysia sends horror film ‘Soul’ to Oscars

‘Soul’ art-house horror film from Malaysia selected for Oscar Washington [US]: Malaysia has selected art-house horror film ‘Soul’ (aka ‘Roh’) as its contender in the Academy Awards best international feature film section.According to Variety, set in an indeterminate period in the past, the film tells the story of the arrival a small girl who brings ominous predictions and strange incidents to a poor family living in a forest. The selection was made by a special committee arranged by the National Film Development Corporation (FINAS) and was announced on Wednesday.“The selection went through a detailed evaluation process based on filming criteria like direction, storyline, cinematography, screenplay, acting, music score, artistic elements and editing apart from adhering to the rules set by the organizers of the Oscars,” it said. Malaysia Sends Art House Horror Film ‘Soul’ to the Oscars https://t.co/538gJe4JhW— Variety (@Variety) November 4, 2020 The first feature by Emir Ezwan, the film had its world premiere at…
Post-Squid Game mega success, Netflix has a new South Korean winner in Hellbound
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Post-Squid Game mega success, Netflix has a new South Korean winner in Hellbound

A fresh South Korean drama titled Hellbound has pushed the popular Squid Game lower to make its way to the top. South Korea is high on the priority list when it comes to streaming dramas. At least Netflix believes so. The streaming platform’s gala success with Squid Game has been an eye-opener for viewers, as the Korean show catapulted its way to the top of the charts when it was shown. Yet another Korean drama has arrived, and it has pushed the popular Squid Game a bit lower to make its way to the top. Called Hellbound, the latest Netflix Korean drama is captivating audiences much more than Squid Game! Dark Fantasy and violence abound in Hellbound It’s the darkest of fantasies out there, as Hellbound fills the screen and viewers’ minds with a tale of extra-terrestrial beings that materialise out of thin air and issue decrees that condemn individuals to hell. Going by the…
‘Stranger Things season 4 to premiere in 2022
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‘Stranger Things season 4 to premiere in 2022

‘Stranger Things’ is produced by Monkey Massacre Productions & 21 Laps Entertainment Netflix, on Friday, released the second teaser for the upcoming installment of the much-loved supernatural series, ‘Stranger Things’ which confirmed that Season 4 will debut in 2022, nearly two and a half years after the July 2019 release of Season 3.The new 30-second teaser features classic moments from the first three seasons of ‘Stranger Things’ mixed with quick snippets from Season 4 footage, including a glimpse of the new monster, an amusement park, and a creepy old clock. As per Deadline, the teaser also will air on Friday night during NBC’s Tokyo Olympics coverage.The first Season 4 trailer, which was released on February 14, 2020, teased fans with the return of David Harbour’s Hopper. The second trailer, released in May, hinted at the rumoured return of Dr. Martin Brenner, played by Matthew Modine.However, a month after ‘Stranger Things’ started production on season 4…
Season 33 of ‘The Simpsons’ to premiere with first all musical episode
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Season 33 of ‘The Simpsons’ to premiere with first all musical episode

‘The Simpsons’ team revealed a few more tidbits about the upcoming season The producers of ‘The Simpsons’ on Saturday revealed that the upcoming season 22 of the long-time running show will kick off in a musical fashion with a little help from ‘Frozen star Kristen Bell.According to Variety, during the comic-con panel of ‘The Simpsons Season 33 and Beyond’ executive producer Matt Selman teased what fans can expect from the Season 33 premiere, which will air on September 26. The musical episode, titled ‘The Star of the Backstage’, will feature all original songs with Bell as Marge’s singing voice.Selman said, “The premiere this year is the most musical episode we’ve ever done – almost wall-to-wall music. It’s like a Broadway musical of an episode, with all original songs, and we’ve got Kristen Bell playing the role of Marge’s singing voice. We all love Marge’s voice, but this is the singing voice that’s different, let’s just…
‘Superman’ director Richard Donner passes away
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‘Superman’ director Richard Donner passes away

Richard Donner has played a pivotal role in delivering the most iconic movies to grace the big screens over the years Ace filmmaker Richard Donner, best known for helming the original ‘Superman’ film, ‘Lethal Weapon’ film series and ‘The Goonies’, has passed away at the age of 91.Donner’s production company confirmed the news to Variety that the director breathed his last on Monday. Details on when exactly he passed away and under what circumstances have not yet been disclosed. The beloved Hollywood director has played a pivotal role in delivering the most iconic movies to grace the big screens over the years, especially an incredible run of pictures from the late 70s throughout the 80s. Richard Donner passes away: Steven Spielberg, Edgar Wright & James Mangold pay tribute to ‘Superman’ directorhttps://t.co/WexjYC56vA#RichardDonner— Pinkvilla (@pinkvilla) July 5, 2021 The legend got his first big directing break with the 1976 cult classic horror film ‘The Omen’, which solidified…
Saif Ali Khan’s first look as ghostbuster Vibhooti from ‘Bhoot Police’ out
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Saif Ali Khan’s first look as ghostbuster Vibhooti from ‘Bhoot Police’ out

Saif Ali khan who last appeared in the Amazon Prime Video series ‘Tandav’, also has ‘Bunty Aur Babli 2’ in the pipeline Actor Saif Ali Khan‘s first look as ghostbuster Vibhooti from the upcoming film ‘Bhoot Police’ has been revealed. The ‘Cocktail’ star’s wife and actor Kareena Kapoor Khan shared his first look from the horror-comedy on social media.Kareena took to her Instagram account to share the first look poster of Saif’s character. Sporting a leather jacket paired with a black shirt, the poster features Saif in a cool yet intriguing avatar. In the first look poster, he is seen holding a weapon that seems to help him in catching ghosts.Sharing the character poster of Saif Ali Khan from the film, Kareena captioned it in a quirky way.“Don’t fear the paranormal and feel ‘Saif’ with VIBHOOTI. #BhootPolice Coming soon on @disneyplushotstarvip,” she wrote. ‘Bhoot Police’, also featuring Arjun Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Yami Gautam, is…
Kajal Aggarwal-starrer ‘Uma’ goes on floors
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Kajal Aggarwal-starrer ‘Uma’ goes on floors

Kajal Aggarwal was last seen in Disney+ Hotstar series ‘Live Telecast Actor Kajal Aggarwal, who will be playing the lead role in Tathagata Singha’s upcoming directorial ‘Uma’, has begun shooting for the film in Kolkata.The start-to-finish schedule of the film started in the city today. Indian film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the news on his Twitter handle. He tweeted, “KAJAL AGGARWAL: ‘UMA’ SHOOT STARTS TODAY… #Uma – starring #KajalAggarwal – has commenced start-to-finish shoot in #Kolkata today… Directed by ad filmmaker Tathagata Singha… Produced by Avishek Ghosh and Mantraraj Paliwal [#Miraj Group].”Along with the tweet, Taran also shared an image that revealed the cast of the film. Apart from Kajal Aggarwal, it stars Tinnu Anand, Harsh Chhaya, Meghana Malik, Gaurav Sharma, Shriswara and Ayoshi Talukdar. The upcoming film is a feel-good drama, set in an aristocratic household with a wedding backdrop where the entire family assembles. The movie unfolds through the multifaceted…
Kiara Advani clocks 7 years in the film industry
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Kiara Advani clocks 7 years in the film industry

Kiara Advani made her acting debut in 2014 Bollywood with the film ‘Fugly’, which also starred boxer Vijender Singh and actor Mohit Marwah Actor Kiara Advani on Sunday completed seven years in the film industry and posted pictures of her journey so far on social media.On Twitter and Instagram fans flooded her with wishes and Kiara has been personally sharing all those posts on her feed and thanking everyone for showering her with love on her special day. “7 years of us,” she wrote in response to fan postings. Kiara made her acting debut in 2014 Bollywood with the film ‘Fugly’, which also starred boxer Vijender Singh and actor Mohit Marwah. With films like ‘M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story’, ‘Lust Stories’, ‘Kabir Singh’ , ‘Guilty’ and ‘Good Newwz’, Kiara proved her versatility and carved a niche for herself. She will be next seen in the biographical action drama film ‘Shershaah’, which revolves around the life…
‘Stranger Things season 4 adds new recurring cast members
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‘Stranger Things season 4 adds new recurring cast members

Stranger Things was created by The Duffer Brothers and is produced by Monkey Massacre Productions and 21 Laps Entertainment Netflix‘s insanely popular series ‘Stranger Things’ is beefing up its cast as it heads into season four. The show has recently added four new reoccurring stars.As per Variety, the hit Netflix series has cast Amybeth McNulty, Myles Truitt, Regina Ting Chen and Grace Van Dien. The new season is currently in production in Atlanta. McNulty will play Vickie, a cool, fast-talking band nerd who catches the eye of one of our beloved heroes.Truitt will play Patrick, a Hawkins basketball star who has friends, talent, and a good life, until shocking events send his life spiraling out of control.Ting Chen will play Ms Kelly, a popular guidance counselor who cares deeply for her students, especially those struggling the most. Stranger Things Season 4 has added four new cast members including Anne with an E herself: Amybeth McNulty!She'll…
Boman Irani’s mother Jerbanoo Irani passes away at 94
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Boman Irani’s mother Jerbanoo Irani passes away at 94

Boman Irani’s mother reportedly died due to an age-related illness Veteran Bollywood actor Boman Irani’s mother, Jerbanoo Irani, passed away on Wednesday and the star took to Instagram to pen a heartfelt note to remember his mother.The actor’s mother reportedly died due to age-related illness. She was 94 when she breathed her last. Boman, in a post dedicated to his late mother, lovingly spoke about how his doting mother also played the role of a father, as his father passed away just six months before his birth.Boman Irani wrote, “Mother Irani passed away peacefully in her sleep early this morning. Jer was 94. She played the role of both mother and father to me since she was 32. What a spirit she was.”Boman Irani added, “Filled with funny stories that only she could tell. The longest arm that always dug deep into her pockets, even when there wasn’t much there. When she sent me to…
Bill Skarsgard is in talks to star in the upcoming ‘John Wick 4’ film
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Bill Skarsgard is in talks to star in the upcoming ‘John Wick 4’ film

'John Wick: Chapter 4' will be produced by Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, and Stahelski. Reeves will serve as an executive producer along with Louise Rosner.
Romy Walthall passes away at 57
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Romy Walthall passes away at 57

Romy Walthall’s final credit was in the 2011 film ‘0s & 1s’, in which she appeared alongside her son, Morgan Actor Romy Walthall, widely known for her roles in ‘Face/Off’ and ‘The House Of Usher’, passed away recently after experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. She was 57 when she breathed her last.As per Variety, Romy Walthall died on May 19 in Los Angeles due to sudden cardiac arrest. Walthall’s son, actor and director Morgan Krantz confirmed her death to the outlet. Born on September 16, 1963, in Pasadena, Texas, Walthall got her start in the entertainment industry by winning the Mother/Daughter USA pageant in 1980.At the age of 17, the late star was signed to Ford Models and began modeling in Europe. She eventually moved back to Los Angeles and tried her luck in the acting world, sometimes going by her stage name, Romy Windsor.She landed her first major role in Jerry Bruckheimer’s 1984 thriller ‘Thief…
Pedretti is next set to reprise her role as Love Quinn on the third season of Netflix’s ‘You’
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Pedretti is next set to reprise her role as Love Quinn on the third season of Netflix’s ‘You’

Actor Victoria Pedretti, who is widely known for Netflix shows 'You' and 'The Haunting of Hill House', has been roped in to play 'The Lovely Bones' author Alice Sebold in the film adaptation of her 1999 memoir 'Lucky'.
Bhumi joins hands with Kapil Sharma to help COVID patients in Karnataka
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Bhumi joins hands with Kapil Sharma to help COVID patients in Karnataka

The programme will send oxygen buses outside COVID hospitals in Hoskote, Devanahalli, Doddaballapur, Nelamangala-1, and Nelamangala-2 to extend support to those in need
‘Peter Rabbit 2,’ ‘Nomadland’ top UK box office charts
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‘Peter Rabbit 2,’ ‘Nomadland’ top UK box office charts

Peter Rabbit 2′ collected Euro 4,605,673 (USD 6,523,073), while ‘Nomadland’ made Euro 874,785 in second place, according to numbers provided by Comscore ‘Peter Rabbit 2’ from Sony family and Disney’s Oscar champion ‘Nomadland‘ topped the charts as the UK enjoyed its first full week of the box office in months.According to Variety, the vast majority of cinemas in the UK are now open. Some 80 per cent of movie theatres across England, Scotland and Wales opened doors on May 17, with Northern Ireland due to reopen this week. However, cinemas in the Scottish city of Glasgow remain closed, as do all cinemas in the Republic of Ireland, a territory traditionally counted alongside the U.K. for box office collections. ‘Peter Rabbit 2’ and ‘Nomadland’ led the charts on the first two days of reopening, and the films held their positions for the rest of the week.Per Variety, ‘Peter Rabbit 2’ collected Euro 4,605,673 (USD 6,523,073), while…
Isla Fisher, Josh Gad pair up for new rom-com series on Peacock
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Isla Fisher, Josh Gad pair up for new rom-com series on Peacock

Australian actor Isla Fisher and Josh Gad are set to co-star in a ‘genre-bending new TV series ‘Wolf Like Me’, Peacock announced on Thursday Australian actor Isla Fisher and Josh Gad are set to co-star in a ‘genre-bending’ new TV series ‘Wolf Like Me’, Peacock announced on Thursday.According to E!News, the six-episode romantic comedy, titled ‘Wolf Like Me,’ tells the story of Gary (Gad), who “is an emotional wreck and struggles to provide for his daughter since the death of his wife,’ and Mary (Fisher, who “has a secret she can’t bring herself to share with anyone.” The lovers are brought together for a reason and must follow the signs to work through their baggage.‘World Like Me’ was written and created by Abe Forsythe, who helmed the 2019 comedy-horror film Little Monsters starring Lupita Nyong’o. Very very very excited about this one. Like very very very. https://t.co/RDKWaTLG0B— Josh Gad (@joshgad) April 28, 2021 “Wolf Like…
Billie Eilish announces new album ‘Happier Than Ever’
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Billie Eilish announces new album ‘Happier Than Ever’

 The album will feature 16 tracks, including songs such as ‘Billie Bossa Nova’, ‘my future, ‘Oxytocin’, ‘Lost Cause’ and ‘NDA’, among others After dropping a brief video on Monday sporting her new blonde look, American singer and songwriter Billie Eilish announced the release of her second full-length album, titled ‘Happier Than Ever’, releasing on July 30.According to People magazine, the 19-year-old singer took to her Instagram handle and announced, “MY NEW ALBUM “Happier Than Ever” OUT JULY 30TH! this is my favorite thing i’ve ever created and i am so excited and nervous and EAGER for you to hear it. i can’t even tell you.” She further added, “i’ve never felt so much love for a project than i do for this one. hope you feel what i feel. alsoooo new song out thursday at 9am pt too!! pre-save/add/order nowwwww link in bio. AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH”Eilish had earlier shared a video teaser with a snippet of a…
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