The critically acclaimed film 'Girls Will Be Girls,' an Indo-French collaboration, will premiere in India on December 18 on Prime Video. Starring newcomers Preeti Panigrahi, Kesav Binoy Kiron, and Kani Kusruti, the film has received widespread recognition, winning awards at Sundance, Busan, TIFF, and the Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI). Producers Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal expressed excitement about its Indian release. The 'Masaan' actress also shared how she was initially unaware of Ali's romantic interest during the filming of their movie 'Fukrey', despite his direct approach.
12 December,2024 07:58 PM IST
At the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra's new Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, the event turned into a star-studded spectacle as several prominent Bollywood celebrities were in attendance. Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan stole the spotlight when they shared a heartfelt hug, drawing significant attention from those present. Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor were also seen catching up, showcasing their camaraderie, while the ever-glamorous Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt made a stylish entrance. Watch the video for more.
05 December,2024 07:30 PM IST
SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia strongly criticized the AAP government in Punjab over the attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal at the Golden Temple in Amritsar earlier today. He revealed alarming connections between the assailant, Narain Singh Chaura, and Congress. Majithia claimed that Chaura, a man with over 30 criminal cases against him, had been in the area for three days. Despite police claims of security, he was seen repeatedly approaching Badal. Majithia shared videos showing Chaura conducting surveillance in recent days. He further revealed that Chaura is the son of Channan Singh Chaura, whose other son, Narender Singh Bajwa, is closely associated with criminal Sukhi Randhawa. Majithia alleged that this family has ties to Congress, especially when the party is in power.
05 December,2024 11:31 AM IST
Arvind Kejriwal, AAP's national convenor, condemned the attempted shooting of former Deputy CM Sukhbir Badal in Punjab, praising the Punjab Police for preventing a major incident. He expressed concerns that a larger conspiracy is at play to destabilize Punjab and defame its people, involving powerful forces. Kejriwal contrasted Punjab's effective law and order with the crime situation in Delhi, highlighting rampant murders, shootouts, gangster control, drug sales, and rapes. He criticized the BJP for downplaying the severity of Delhi's crime issue, asserting that law and order in the capital is indeed a significant problem. Kejriwal emphasized the need for strong law enforcement to address these issues.
05 December,2024 10:08 AM IST
BJP spokesperson Dr. Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized the AAP government in Punjab, saying that since they came to power, the state's economic and law and order situations have worsened. He pointed out that crime rates, including murders, are at a high, and criminals feel more empowered. He also highlighted the recent shooting at the Golden Temple and the attack on former CM Sukhbir Singh Badal as signs of how bad the situation has become. Trivedi attributed this to internal conflicts within the AAP government between the unofficial and official CM. He also noted a significant drop in investment in Punjab, from Rs 23,000 crore in 2021-22 to just Rs 3,000 crore last year.
04 December,2024 03:45 PM IST
In a shocking incident on Wednesday morning, 4th December, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked outside the Golden Temple in Amritsar. While performing his duty as a ‘sevadar,’ Badal, who was sitting in a wheelchair with a fractured leg, was shot at by an assailant. The bullet missed, hitting a wall instead, and Badal escaped unhurt. The attacker, identified as Narain Singh Chaura, was quickly overpowered by people present at the scene and handed over to the police. Authorities have confirmed that security arrangements were in place, and the attacker’s attempt to cause harm was unsuccessful. Badal, who is serving a religious penance for alleged misdeeds during the SAD government, was offering ‘seva’ as part of a punishment issued by Sri Akal Takht Sahib. Holding a spear in one hand, Badal, in a blue 'sevadar' uniform, was at the entrance of the Golden Temple in his wheelchair, serving his punishment. The entire incident was caught on cam.
04 December,2024 11:29 AM IST
Ace filmmaker Christo Tomy, who has been selected for the BAFTA Breakthrough 2024 speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about his documentary Curry & Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case which got him international recognition. He reveals what propels him to direct stories that revolve mainly around women, and some prominent names he wishes to work with in the future. Watch the video for more.
03 December,2024 04:59 PM IST
Global pop star and Grammy-winning singer Dua Lipa recently performed at the Zomato Feeding India concert in Mumbai. The event was graced by renowned personalities such as Radhika Merchant, Anant Ambani, Anand Piramal, Ranvir Shorey, Neha Sharma, Namrata Shirodkar, and her daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni, among others. During her performance, Dua Lipa performed her chart-topping hit "Levitating," which was mashed up with Shah Rukh Khan's iconic song "Woh Ladki Jo" from his movie 'Baadshah,' which became a viral internet sensation. The performance also caught the attention of Shah Rukh's daughter, Suhana Khan, who shared a concert video on her Instagram Stories
02 December,2024 02:23 PM IST
Annamalai, the BJP Tamil Nadu president, received a grand welcome in Chennai after returning from the UK, where he had been for four months. His supporters gathered in large numbers to greet him, expressing their excitement and joy. They cheered and waved flags, showing their admiration for him. Bharatiya Janata Party Tamil Nadu President Annamalai received a grand welcome in Chennai as he returned from the UK after four months. Upon arrival, he said, “We have been saying even before Actor Vijay entered politics that we welcome any new person entering politics. He is a very famous actor. A person who is at the top of his game and wants to enter politics, there is nothing wrong. This is a new era in Tamil Nadu politics because 2026 is not going to be one big party coming to power which has happened in Tamil Nadu for a long time. It will be a collision era. That is what we have been saying for a long time. That is what Vijay is also saying. At the same time, we are also seeing the weakening of the Dravidian majors now.”
01 December,2024 06:00 PM IST
The upcoming film 'Sangeet Manapman,' inspired by the timeless Marathi musical play, promises a unique cinematic experience blending cultural richness with contemporary storytelling. The much-awaited first track, 'Vandan Ho,' features Shankar Mahadevan, Mahesh Kale, and Rahul Deshpande, marking their first collaboration on a film. The music launch was attended by many prominent figures in Marathi cinema and the renowned musical trio Shankar-Eshaan-Loy. The film's soundtrack includes 14 tracks sung by 18 renowned vocalists, including seven National Award winners. Directed by Subodh Bhave, Sangeet Manapman stars Bhave, Sumit Raghavan, Vaidehi Parshurami, and others. The film is set to release on January 10, 2025.
29 November,2024 08:44 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
