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Inspired by true events, Bollywood director Madhur Bhandarkar’s much-anticipated project ‘India Lockdown’ went on floors on Saturday in Mumbai. Indian film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the news on his Twitter handle, along with a few pictures from the set.“MADHUR BHANDARKAR STARTS SHOOT… #MadhurBhandarkar commences the shoot of his next venture #India Lockdown… Mahurat ceremony held prior to the shoot, which was attended by Pradeep Jain and Pranav Jain, who produce the film along with Madhur,” he tweeted. Reportedly, ‘India Lockdown’ will revolve around the emotional, mental, and financial repercussions of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, which has wreaked havoc worldwide. The flick will feature actors Prateik Babbar, Saie Tamhankar, and ‘Lipstick Under My Burkha’ fame AahanaKumra. Shooting starts of film #IndiaLockdown @prateikbabbar @SaieTamhankar @AahanaKumra @shweta_official @ShihabZarin #PrakashBelawadi @pjmotionpicture @pranavjain27 #IndiaLockdown pic.twitter.com/bnNt3ovdv0— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) January 23, 2021 Madhur also shared the news on Twitter and said, “Shooting starts of film #IndiaLockdown @prateikbabbar @SaieTamhankar…

Amid the COVID lockdown, Hollywood and Bollywood stars set their fashion record for their fans As the year 2020 turned out to be quite unpredictable with a once-in-a-century pandemic striking the world, people stuck at their homes amid the COVID-induced lockdown, Hollywood and Bollywood star set their fashion record straight, by experimenting with their looks and fashion statements and setting fashion goals for their fans.As we are about to bid adieu to the year 2020, here’s a list of stars who stood out with their unique experiments amid coronavirus induced lockdown: How celebs utilised lockdown 2020: by setting fashion goalshttps://t.co/gLaRuH5cEa— Hindustan Times (@HindustanTimes) December 24, 2020 Kim Kardashian West: No stranger to switching her hair, American TV personality Kim Kardashian West not only set a new trend but shocked her fans with the stand-out change. The mother of four coloured her hair bright poppy in July 2020 and her followers were certainly left awestruck with…

Alia Bhatt Takes to Instagram a Picture of her girlfriends and their Mothers With the lockdown restrictions of Covid19 being eased, actor Alia Bhatt is chilling with her girlfriends – and their mothers too! The 27-year-old actor on Sunday took to Instagram and posted a picture with her ‘special’ girl gang.The capture features Alia Bhatt with her sister Shaheen Bhatt and close friends Anushka Ranjan, Akanksha Ranjan, fashion designer Masaba Gupta and their mothers Soni Razdan (Alia’s mother), Anu Ranjan (Akanksha and Anushka’s mother), and actor Neena Gupta (Masaba’s mother). The picture flashes radiant smiles of the women donning almost similar outfits that are white top with blue denim for bottom wear. Whereas, Masaba Gupta, who according to her forgot the dress-code is seen wearing an olive green dress. Image Source: Instagram Taking it to the captions, the ‘Raazi’ actor wrote: “the mothers & daughters special,” with a growing heart emoticon. Although Alia has always…

[ad_1] Unified Brainz celebrated the glorious careers of prominent leaders from around the globe, leading by example with resilience, diligence, and perseverance on the occasion of World Environment Day on the 5th of June 2022. The launch showcased the first edition of the unique dark mode Coffee Table Book, “Who’s Who of The World,” which was unveiled during its virtual event. This exquisite ceremony saw the presence of trailblazers from various industries who have scaled massive heights of success and have shared their passion journey. Dr Ann Moir Bussy is redefining what it means to follow one’s heart at any age and stage in life. She is a counsellor, teacher, guide, and life coach and her wisdom is making a tremendous difference in people’s lives. Her distinct ability to listen and reach out to people has made her a resounding success. She highlights “So start your own conversation with life, live with compassionate self-acceptance. And let…

[ad_1] Unified Brainz celebrated the glorious careers of prominent leaders from around the globe, leading by example with resilience, diligence, and perseverance on the occasion of World Environment Day on the 5th of June 2022. The launch showcased the first edition of the unique dark mode Coffee Table Book, “Who’s Who of The World,” which was unveiled during its virtual event. This exquisite ceremony saw the presence of trailblazers from various industries who have scaled massive heights of success and have shared their passion journey. We don’t know if Brenda Dempsey realises it, but as the high-powered Founder of Book Brilliance Publishing, her life story is one sure to turn a best-seller. Born in a tenement in the shipping town of Clydebank, Scotland, Brenda was born to lead. Having raised money for starving Biafrian children at the age of ten, she always championed others less fortunate than herself. She left school with no qualification, but returned…

Tom Cruise-starrer Top Gun: Maverick amasses $248 million worldwide during the opening weekend Tom Cruise has been in the entertainment business for many decades. But his first $100 million opening weekend had to wait till his latest outing. The dashing actor’s latest flick, Top Gun: Maverick has earned his first $100 million opening weekend at the box office. The film has the Hollywood superstar reprise his role as US Navy pilot Pete Mitchell, also known as Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell, which he played years ago, in 1986, in the original titled Top Gun. Top Gun: Maverick, the sequel, scored all the good points at the North American box office during the three days of its opening, and went on to pocket close to $124 million in ticket sales. The figures, revealed by Paramount Pictures, has come as shot in the arm for the action loving superstar even as he has added age to his years at…

[ad_1] Sri Shakthi International School a CBSE School located in Tiruppur district, sets a world record for ‘Most Learning by Doing Activities Performed, created as Videos and Uploaded in YouTube by a School in 300 Days’. Tamil Nadu (India) : Sri Shakthi International School a pioneer world class CBSE School located in Tiruppur District, Tamil Nadu has accomplished a world record in the category “Most Learning by Doing Activities Performed, created as Videos and Uploaded in YouTube by a School in 300 Days”. The Students and Teachers of the School have attempted this record by creating 1041 videos by themselves in various disciplines which includes Science Experiments, Art and Craft, Sports, Science Theories, Moral Values, Career Conclaves, Flagship Events, Expert Sessions, Celebrations, Morning Assembly, Speech Craft, Extra Curricular and Co-curricular Activities and etc. This feat was certified as a world record by Elite World Records. Dheepan Thangavelu, Vice Chairman, pointed out that “the COVID pandemic…

As cinema houses reopen in Kerala, theatre owners are striving hard to secure the theatre release of the Priyadarshan-directed mega movie Marakkar: Arabikkadalinte Simham With restrictions imposed on film screening in cinema houses now lifted in Kerala, audiences who had been waiting for long to rush back to theatres are a happy lot. Starting Wednesday, theatres in Kerala have reopened and are allowing 50 percent occupancy for each show following Covid-19 protocols. The film distributors and film exhibitors who had been pinned down by the restrictions are beginning to see some hope with theatres now ready to screen films. Over the lockdown period, most of the films that would have garnered a sizable audience had opted for OTT releases, as there wasn’t any possibility of being shown in theatres. With the lockdown and allied restrictions now off, the film bodies are expecting some good crowd pullers to opt for the theatre release format. Among the…

The Activist teams up 6 activists with three high-profile public figures who will work together to bring meaningful change to one of three vitally important world causes – health, education, environment One thing that the Covid-19 pandemic enforced lockdown has set on an upward trend is the consumption of content on OTT platforms and shows based on the “Reality” concept. The demand has been exhilarating and the supply has been maintained equally, keeping up with the thirst of the consumers. However, the demand has been huge that everyone wants a piece of this market. This has resulted in some bizarre concepts being packaged as reality shows and aired for the world to watch. Be it showrunners putting men and women in a mansion and tasking them with not getting intimate in the “Too Hot to Handle” series or the insane number of dance shows being aired in India, things have been getting madder and more…

Ayushmann Khurrana honour to portray a doctor on screen for the first time Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has finally shared his first look from the upcoming film titled ‘Doctor G’.Ayushmann took to his Instagram handle to reveal his first look from the film, which also stars Rakul Preet Singh and Shefali Shah. He captioned the post, “Doctor G taiyyar ho kar nikle hain. Ab hogi shooting! #DoctorGFirstLook.”In the image shared by the actor, he can be seen sporting dorky glasses, a lab coat and a sheepish smile, with a book in hand and a stethoscope in his pocket. Produced by Junglee Pictures, the upcoming movie will be based on a campus of a medical institute. While Ayushmann will be playing the role of Dr Uday Gupta, Rakul will be seen as Dr Fatima, a medical student who plays Ayushmann’s senior in the film. Doctor G taiyyar ho kar nikle hain. Ab hogi shooting! #DoctorGFirstLook@anubhuti_k @JungleePictures…

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani had their nuptials in a small intimate ceremony at a church built on the estate It’s confirmed! Eight months after getting engaged, singers Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani have officially walked down the aisle and said their ‘I Dos’ in an intimate ceremony.According to Page Six, the two got hitched on Saturday at Shelton’s Oklahoma ranch, where sources previously revealed to the outlet that he had built a chapel with the intention of marrying Stefani there. The couple had their nuptials in a small intimate ceremony at a church built on the estate.The paparazzi also spotted Stefani’s parents Dennis Stefani and Patty Flynn, guests and musicians boarding a luxury people carrier to take them to Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s Oklahoma wedding.The wedding news came three days after People magazine reported that the much-in-love duo has applied for a marriage license in Oklahoma, the country where marriage licenses are valid…

Destin Daniel Cretton said he cannot wait to unveil the whole story on the big screen After releasing the brand new trailer of Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings’ starring Simu Liu as its first Asian superhero on Thursday, director Destin Daniel Cretton said he cannot wait to unveil the whole story on the big screen.The thrilling, brand-new trailer for Marvel Studios’ ‘Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings’, features Shang-Chi (Simu Liu), a young Super Hero whose journey of self-discovery unfolds in this never-before-seen origin story. Destin Daniel Cretton, the film’s director and one of the writers, shared that he is excited to bring Shang-Chi’s story to the big screen.“Shang-Chi’s main problem in his life is rooted in not knowing who he really is,” said Cretton.Cretton added, “He has to learn how to own every part of himself. If he doesn’t allow himself to look at all of it–the good,…

SRK gave a hilarious response when someone asked him about when he’s planning to announce his new film As Friday marked 29 years of Shah Rukh Khan in the Hindi film industry, the actor treated his fans with words of wisdom.Taking to Twitter, the 55-year-old superstar conducted an ‘Ask SRK’ interactive session with his fans, wherein he answered several questions with his trademark wit, intelligence and humour. When a user asked SRK how to overcome heartbreak, the ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ star couldn’t resist himself to share a piece of advice with the particular netizen.“You can never overcome it….keep it as a memory and learn from the sadness..it will make you stronger,” Shah Rukh tweeted. SRK gave a hilarious response when someone asked him about when he’s planning to announce his new film.“Loudspeakers make announcement….I will gently allow my films to enter your hearts….soon,” he wrote.He also revealed how he spent his lockdown days. “Worked…

Justin Bieber also released a deluxe version of the album on March 26, which features an extra six songs Singer Justin Bieber and his wife-model Hailey Bieber are on a romantic tour of Paris, and it seems a little lesson in politics is on the itinerary.The couple recently met with French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, at the president’s luxe Elysee Palace office on Monday, reported E! News. Justin and Hailey dressed to the nines for their recent meeting. The Grammy-winning singer took to his Instagram account and shared a photo of himself and his wife posing next to the French President and his wife.For the meeting, Justin wore a grey suit, a white shirt with the top button popped, blue-trimmed Nike sneakers and a stack of necklaces. Hailey rocked strappy heels with a tan halter wrap dress, with her hair in a tight bun. Justin didn’t caption the picture with any…

Bell Bottom is the first Hindi film to be shot and completed during the pandemic with exemplary on-set COVID management As lockdown restrictions ease in several parts of India amid the decline in COVID-19 cases, the team of ‘BellBottom’ has decided to release the movie in cinemas.Taking to Instagram account, actor Akshay Kumar on Tuesday shared that ‘BellBottom’ is scheduled to release on July 27 theatrically. “I know you have patiently waited for the release of ‘Bell Bottom’. Could not be happier to finally announce the release of our film. Arriving on the big screens worldwide. Bellbottom on 27 July,” he wrote. For the unversed, the movie was earlier slated to release on April 2, 2021. However, it got delayed due to the second wave of coronavirus.After learning about the release date, fans couldn’t control their excitement and spammed Akshay’s post with comments and likes. I know you have patiently waited for #Bellbottom! Couldn’t be…

Amitabh Bachchan has films like ‘Jhund’, ‘Goodbye’, ‘May Day’, and several others in the pipeline Months after his successful eye surgery and a long wait due to rising COVID-19 cases, Amitabh Bachchan is back at work.Penning down his Monday thoughts, the 78-year-old star shared a selfie on his Instagram handle and informed his fans that he is finally ‘driving back to work’. Bachchan is one of the most active stars on social media and he keeps sharing quirky and inspirational posts.In the self-taken photo, the ‘Don’ star can be seen in the car in a pangolin face mask with a printed bandana.In the caption, he wrote, “7 am .. driving to work .. first day shooting after Lockdown 2.0 .. on with the PANGOLIN mask .. and the MANIFESTATION :”every day in ever way things will get better and better and better “ Fans of the actor started pouring compliments with good luck wishes in…

Aparshakti Khurana was last seen in Remo D’Souza’s dance drama ‘Street Dancer’ starring Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor Actor Aparshakti Khurana and his wife Aakriti Ahuja are all set to welcome their first child soon.To announce the special news, the couple shared a delightful monochrome picture of themselves on Instagram. The adorable picture sees the ‘Stree’ actor kissing Aakriti’s baby bump as she flashes a wide smile for the camera.Alongside the snap, Aparshakti wrote a hilarious caption that read, “Lockdown main kaam to expand ho nahi paya to humein laga family hi expand kar lete hain #PreggerAlert.” Soon after the duo announced the pregnancy news, fellow celebrities and fans of the couple chimed into the comments section and dropped congratulatory messages for them. Aparshakti and Aakriti tied the knot in September 2014. The duo had reportedly met for the first time at a dance class.Meanwhile, on the work front, Aparshakti made his Bollywood debut with…

Tiger and Disha roaming at Bandstand Promenade and could not give a valid reason to the police for being out of their homes after 2 pm Known for imparting awareness on the COVID-19 pandemic through quirky posts on social media, the Mumbai Police has once again urged citizens to remain indoors by taking a dig at actors and rumored couple Tiger Shroff and Disha Patani.For the unversed, Tiger and Disha were booked for allegedly violating COVID-19 restrictions on Wednesday. According to the police, the two were found roaming at Bandstand Promenade and could not give a valid reason to the police for being out of their homes after 2 pm. A day later, the Mumbai Police on Thursday, used the names of the actors’ films to take a dig at them via a tweet.“In the ongoing ‘War’ against the virus, going ‘Malang’ on the streets of Bandra cost dearly to two actors who have been…

 ‘Seththumaan’ has nabbed the Grand Prize at the 19th edition of the Indian Film Festival Los Angeles  Karishma Dev Dube’s much-acclaimed short movie ‘Bittu’ and Thamizh’s directorial debut Tamil movie ‘Seththumaan’ have nabbed the Grand Prize at the 19th edition of Indian Film Festival Los Angeles (IFFLA) that concluded on Thursday.Running virtually from May 20-27, Variety reported that the 19th edition of the festival showed 40 films to audiences in India, for the first time, as well as California, after being absent due to the pandemic lockdown last year. The films were in 17 languages and included 16 women directors. Calling ‘Seththumaa’ “a film that impressed us tremendously, both in terms of filmmaking and dramaturgy,” the jury appreciated the movie and said, “It’s a phenomenal first feature, gentle and impactful, done with heart and guts, that is at the same time very candid and very mature and complex.” ‘Seththumaan’ wins Indian Film Festival Of Los…

“Hungama 2 is a lighthearted film meant to be enjoyed across all age groups, and we feel it will entertain the audiences and bring some cheer in these trying times Makers of the much-awaited film ‘Hungama 2’, which is a sequel to the 2003 hit comedy movie ‘Hungama’, have confirmed that the multi-starrer comedy will release on a major OTT platform this year.Movie buffs have been on their toes since the announcement of Priyadarshan’s directorial ‘Hungama 2’. The film has been making waves with its cast and genre and is among the highly anticipated movies of 2021. The movie will feature Meezaan, Pranitha Subhash, Paresh Rawal, and Shilpa Shetty Kundra, who will be making her comeback to the big screen in a lead role.The shooting of the film was wrapped up at the beginning of this year and the comic caper is all set and ready to entertain the audiences.While the makers were gearing up…

Maniesh Paul talks about the sleepless nights spent worrying about our loved ones to the distant hope of meeting our friends for get-togethers With the second wave of coronavirus, the nation has been distraught constantly surrounded by news of rising cases. A sentiment of hopelessness has swamped the nation and resonating with the fear of losing loved ones and the constant scare engendered by the virus, actor and TV show host Maniesh Paul penned an emotional poem enfolding the thoughts of every individual.Maniesh Paul took to Instagram and posted a video featuring a poignant poem aptly capturing the insecurities of the masses. In the one-minute-twenty-eight-second-long video, Paul talks about the sleepless nights spent worrying about our loved ones to the distant hope of meeting our friends for get-togethers.Speaking about the poem Maniesh Paul shared, “As a nation, we are going through the same emotions, the same fears, and insecurities. I had been away from my family…