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Ranveer, Deepika groove to 'Khalibali'
From commenting on each other's social media posts to getting clicked together on vacations, Bollywood's rumoured couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone often set new bars for all of their fans.This time the two were seen grooving together on 'Khalibali' song from their blockbuster movie 'Padmaavat'.Taking to his Instagram, the 'Gunday' star posted a video in which he can be seen dancing and having a great time with his lady love during an event. The duo ended the video with a warm hug.Ranveer captioned the video as, " What in the Habibi is going on here?! @deepikapadukone."In the video, Deepika can be seen wearing a white floral print saree by Sabyasachi Mukherjee with a gorgeous necklace while Ranveer donned a checkered suit.Bollywood's 'Bajirao' and 'Mastani' have been inseparable since Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Goliyon Ki Raasleela'.According to media reports, the much-in-love couple is apparently getting married this November.On the work front, 'Chennai Express' star is set to
'India's Next Top Model 4' mentors on lookout for 'more than a face'
Malaika Arora, Anusha Dandekar, Milind Soman, Dabboo Ratnani and Neeraj Gaba, who will mentor the new crop of fashionistas for "Indias Next Top Model Season 4", are looking forward to follow the show's new transformative and progressive theme of "More than a Face".
People took some time to realize that I'm a good actor: Varun Dhawan
Actor Varun Dhawan, enjoying success of his recently released 'Sui Dhaaga,' has said that people took some time to realize that he is a good actor.
Modi shows Putin rendition of Gandhi's favourite bhajan by Russian artiste
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday showed Russian President Vladimir Putin a video of a rendition of Mahatma Gandhi's favourite bhajan 'Vaishnav Jan To' by a Russian artiste on a mobile phone a gesture that reflected the close friendship between the two leaders. A clip of Modi showing the video to Putin, during the lunch hosted by the prime minister for the Russian president, was posted by Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar. In the clip, Putin can be seen looking at the video of the devotional song with keen interest. Kumar also posted a video of the rendition of 'Vaishnav Jan To' by Russian artiste Sati Kazanova released as part of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary celebrations. 'Vaishnav Jan To' has gone global with artistes from more than 124 countries contributing musically in paying homage to Gandhi through the 'bhajan'. On the 149th birth anniversary of the Mahatma earlier this week, Prime Minister Modi launched a medley version of the popular ...
Earlier people thought I'm just a chocolate boy with good looks: Varun
Varun Dhawan is glad with all the love coming his way for his performances as there was a time when the actor says no one spoke about his acting. This year, Varun has featured in Shoojit Sircar's "October" and the recently released, "Sui Dhaaga", directed by Sharat Katariya. "I've had a funny career. When I began my career, people called me chocolate boy. They didn't talk much about my acting and used to say that he's working because he has a body," Varun told reporters here. "But this year has been when people have spoken only about my performance. It is very encouraging. I am genuinely thankful to the audience, that's what matters to me," he added. The actor was asked whether the Yash Raj Films-backed drama should get an award recognition and Varun said he hopes so. "If genuinely people feel the film and its characters deserve an award, then good. All the characters are fantastic in the film. "Anushka Sharma has worked so hard for it. What she has done with Mamta is really ...
He is alright: Saira Banu as she quashes reports of Dilip Kumar's failing health
Saira Banu quashed reports Friday of Dilip Kumar's deteriorating health and said he is doing fine. There were reports that claimed that the veteran actor's health is failing and he is unable to recognise even his wife. "He is alright. He has come back from hospital and is recuperating at home as he had two bouts of pneumonia. He is with his doctor and nursing staff. He is getting better by god's grace," Banu told PTI. When asked whether he is unable to recognise her and people around him, Banu said, "Who says that? I would not give that any cognizant at all. All is well, all is fine and nothing of this sort." Last month, the 95-year-old actor was diagnosed with pneumonia and was admitted to Lilavati hospital in Bandra. He was discharged after a week.
Riteish, Dipannita play modern-day parents in short film
Actress Dipannita Sharma and actor Riteish Deshmukh will be seen as modern-day parents in the upcoming Y-Films' short film "Pyaar Actually" directed by Ashish Patil.
#MeToo movement not about gender, it's about right over wrong: Deepika
The #MeToo movement is not a man versus woman debate, says Bollywood's leading actress Deepika Padukone, who feels it is a matter of voices being raised in favour of right over wrong.
Senior journalist Pradip Chowdhury dead
Veteran journalist and former News Editor of Press Trust of India (PTI) Pradip Chowdhury has passed away at a private hospital here following a cardiac arrest, family sources said. He was 64.
Shreyas, Aftab to star in 'Setters'
Actors Shreyas Talpade and Aftab Shivdasani will be seen sharing screen space in the upcoming film "Setters".
Anand Tiwari, Amritpal produce 'Imperfect'
Still and Still Media Collectives (SSMC) Anand Tiwari and Amritpal Singh Bindra have produced the upcoming comic-adventure "Imperfect".
Samyuktha Hegde to enter 'Splitsvilla
Actress Samyuktha Hegde will be entering the eleventh season of youth-based reality show "Splitsvilla" as a wild-card entry.
Kumaon literature festival kicks off in Nainital
Nestled in the Himalayas, Nainital in Uttarakhand is hosting the third edition of Kumaon literature and arts festival -- "Himalayan Echoes" -- that kicked off on Friday and will continue till Sunday.
Jacqueline Fernandez goes to UN against animal testing
Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez visited the United Nations (UN) headquarters on World Animal Day with a petition against animal testing containing 8 million signatures.The initiative is a part of the 'Forever Against Animal Testing' campaign run by a brand that the actor endorses.The 'Race 3' actor attended the special event at UN headquarters and also addressed the audience. She posted about the visit on her Instagram story and looked visibly happy to be a part of the noble cause.Jacqueline owns multiple pets and happens to be an avid animal lover, she believes that there is no beauty in harming anyone, especially animals.Apart from animal welfare, Jacqueline Fernandez actively supports marine conservation and also contributes to creating awareness on the same.According to figures by People for Ethical Treatment of PETA, each year, more than 100 million animals-including mice, rats, frogs, dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters, guinea pigs, monkeys, fish, and birds-are killed in U.S. ...
Ranveer, Deepika dodge wedding date questions
Actors Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone smartly dodged and laughed away questions surrounding their wedding at a summit here on Friday, quipping how they have been engaged and married several times according to media reports.
Rihanna responds to fans' plea for new music
Celebrities usually hope that they do not become a part of a meme, but singer Rihanna is more than happy to turn herself into one as she feels that her fans want new music from the 'Umbrella' singer.The 30-year-old, who hasn't put out new music since January 2016, took to Instagram and posted a picture of herself wiping sweat off her forehead as scores of fans can be seen right behind her, with text at the bottom that reads, "When your fans keep asking you for new music."The "Desperado" singer captioned the image as, "I feel attacked. ***valley girl who's never been attacked voice*** R9 chronicles."The fashion and beauty mogul released her eighth solo album, 'Anti' in January 2016 and since then she has been promoting her makeup line.Also, recently, Rihanna has been named as the "Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary." of Barbados, her native country.
Kelly Clarkson set to be part of 'Trolls 2'
American singer and songwriter Kelly Clarkson has been roped in for the sequel of the 2016 American computer-animated musical film, 'Trolls'.Clarkson, who is also singing an original song in the sequel, titled 'Trolls World Tour', will lend her voice to the character Delta Dawn, reported Deadline.The 'American Idol' alum joins returning voice cast members Justin Timberlake (Branch), Anna Kendrick (Poppy), James Corden (Biggie), Caroline Hjelt (Chenille), Aino Jawo (Satin), Ron Funches (Cooper), and Kunal Nayyar (Guy Diamond).The other newcomers include Jamie Dornan, Sam Rockwell, Anthony Ramos, Chance the Rapper, and more.The movie is scheduled to be released on April 17, 2020.
Sonali is embodiment of dignity, strength: Vivek Oberoi
Actor Vivek Oberoi says actress Sonali Bendre Behl, his former co-judge of "India's Best Dramebaaz", is an embodiment of dignity and strength.
People misusing power will soon be under spotlight: Singer Anupam Roy on #MeToo
National Award-winning singer-songwriter Anupam Roy on Friday said the #MeToo movement has set the tone for the shift in the power structure and people who escaped after misusing power earlier will soon be under the spotlight.
Journalism course for Sabarmati jail inmates
Navajivan Trust, an organisation founded by Mahatma Gandhi, is introducing a diploma course in 'journalism and proof-reading' for inmates of the Sabarmati Central Prison here. Notably, Gandhi was lodged in this jail during British rule. The trustee of Navajivan Trust, Vivek Desai, said the course, which will start from October 15, will provide employment opportunities in the publication field to the inmates. The course is being started as part of celebration of the 150th birth anniversary year of Gandhi. The trust has collaborated with the jail authorities to start this course which is probably the first of its kind in the country, Desai told reporters Friday. "We have selected 20 prisoners for the course this year. The trust will give them certificates upon completion. The medium of instruction will be Gujarati," he said. Some renowned personalities in the field of journalism and publication have been roped in as faculty members and classes will be conducted in the jail