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Actress Chitrangda Singh states that 2025 has been a pivotal year, defined by her choice of stories that push her boundaries. She admits that this year has been about saying yes to projects that “scare” her a “little” and “challenge” her “a lot.”

Exploring Diverse Roles

Reflecting on her varied characters in 2025, Chitrangda expressed, “I wanted my work to feel honest again, whether it’s a big commercial film like Housefull 5 or an intense character piece like Parikrama, and now a crime thriller like Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders.”

For Chitrangda, 2025 has been a “dream year.”

A Dream Year for Chitrangda

She elaborated, “It feels like a dream year as an actor, especially to be able to work with directors from different schools of cinema. I feel like I’m finally playing to my full strength as an actor and, more importantly, reclaiming the kind of career I always wanted to build.”

Housefull 5 and Other Projects

Chitrangda was featured in Housefull 5, a comedy thriller helmed by Tarun Mansukhani, which is the fifth installment of the Housefull franchise. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Sonam Bajwa, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, Nikitin Dheer, and Johnny Lever.

In this murder mystery comedy, multiple imposters claim to be the son of a recently deceased billionaire as they compete for his fortune aboard a luxury cruise ship.

Besides Housefull 5, she is expanding her artistic footprint with Parikrama, an art-house drama directed by Goutam Ghose, featuring Marco Leonardi and Cristina Donadio. She will also star in Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, her upcoming Netflix project, where she takes on a complex and gritty role.

Additionally, Chitrangda is set to appear with Salman Khan in “Battle Of Galwan,” a film grounded in real-life events with deep roots in military history.

Actress Elnaaz Norouzi, known for her work across various industries and countries, recently shared her experiences navigating challenges in a new land with a different language and unfamiliar film environment.

Embracing Languages

Reflecting on her initial struggles, the Iranian-German actress born in Tehran highlighted that mastering languages was her quickest pathway into diverse markets.

Elnaaz remarked, “When you think you are a citizen of the world and want to work in different markets, learning the language is the quickest way in.”

She proudly shared her multilingual capabilities: “You must have read I speak Hindi, English, Punjabi, Urdu, Farsi, German, and French – yes, I make a great travelling companion. It does make my life easy.”

Choosing the Right Projects

Her approach has always been to select projects that resonate with her without being overly concerned about fitting into predefined roles. She explained, “I choose projects I can do and not worry how I will fit in. It does have challenges sometimes because people think it is not possible for me to be able to do so but once they get over that doubt, it’s all good.”

According to Elnaaz, auditions and meetings are the best ways to dispel any uncertainties about her versatility. “I am patient like that so I wait for them to catch up. Auditions and meetings – best way for anyone to know if you have what that role needs.”

Latest Work

Best known for her role as Zoya Mirza in the Indian crime thriller Sacred Games, Elnaaz was recently featured in “Mastiii 4,” which hit theaters on 21 November.

The film revisits the trio of Amar, Meet, and Prem, who find themselves trapped in the monotony of married life and yearn for the excitement of their youthful days. Their adventure begins when they learn about a “Love Visa” that promises a week of unrestricted fun, propelling them into a plan filled with mischief. However, their escapades soon spiral out of control when their wives decide to break the rules in their own unique ways.

Global star Priyanka Chopra has been living out of a suitcase for some time, balancing her work commitments in Hyderabad while also spending quality time with her family in Los Angeles. After wrapping up her shoot for “Varanasi” with SS Rajamouli and Mahesh Babu, PeeCee is finally back home.

A Heartfelt Homecoming

She celebrated her return with an adorable selfie on social media. Priyanka shared the moment on her official Instagram Stories, posting a selfie from what appeared to be the terrace of her Los Angeles home.

In the picture, she posed casually against a stunning backdrop, making a ‘V’ sign with her hands. Expressing her joy, she captioned the post simply with “Home,” followed by a red heart and a teary-eyed emoji.

Reflections on Identity in “Born Hungry”

Recently, Priyanka revealed that taking on the role of producer for “Born Hungry” evoked memories from her own life, which has often been divided between continents.

Speaking about the project, she noted that, as someone who has navigated two cultures, she found connections in Sash’s story about identity across continents. Priyanka related to Sash’s quest to understand his identity while moving through diverse cultural landscapes.

However, the ‘Barfi’ actress acknowledged that Sash’s childhood struggles were much deeper than her own experiences. She remarked, “Definitely. I mean, I didn’t have the struggles that Sash had as a child. That’s incomprehensible to me.”

The Impact of Childhood Circumstances

Priyanka also shed light on the plight of children who remain trapped in difficult situations. She stated, “There are so many children around the world whose lives and circumstances don’t change. And we see those kids around us every day. I’ve worked with many of these children globally. To witness Sash build the life he did is an inspiration to me every day.”

Actor Adivi Sesh is all set to showcase his dance skills in his upcoming pan-India action-drama romance, Dacoit. Renowned for his preference for intense narratives and action-oriented roles, Sesh expressed that performing a full-fledged dance sequence was something he had never envisioned for himself.

Sesh remarked, “For as long as I can remember, the audience has seen me run, chase, fight, jump – but never dance. I’ve always been drawn to intense stories and action-heavy roles, and honestly, dancing on camera was something I never imagined myself doing.”

The song features Sesh alongside Mrunal Thakur, and the film is directed by Shaneil Deo. It is produced by Supriya Yarlagadda and co-written by Adivi Sesh and Abburi Ravi.

He added, “But Dacoit is a film that pushes me in every way – emotionally, physically, and creatively – and this song is one of the biggest leaps I’ve taken as an actor.”

Sesh explained that during the initial discussions about including a dance number, he anticipated it would be a minor aspect. However, Deo had a grander vision in mind.

“He wanted it to be grand, stylish, and completely unexpected. And Mrunal… she made the whole process so joyful. Her confidence, rhythm, and energy made me feel like it’s going to be so much fun. We’ve created a track that’s fresh, high on energy, and visually stunning.”

He further stated, “I genuinely think fans are going to be shocked – in the best possible way – when they see me dance on the big screen for the first time. This song is special not just because it’s a first for me, but because it captures a different flavour of Dacoit, a side of the film that’s vibrant and romantic amidst all its intensity. I can’t wait for people to see it and, hopefully, dance along.”

Actor Akshay Oberoi has officially confirmed his role in Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film “King,” directed by Siddharth Anand. He describes this opportunity as “a dream come true,” stating that his “checklist” is now complete.

Third Collaboration with Siddharth Anand

This marks Akshay’s third collaboration with director Siddharth Anand, following their work together in “Fighter” and the OTT series “Flesh.”

Akshay expressed his excitement, saying, “It’s a dream come true, my checklist is complete now that I’ve got the chance to work in a King Khan film and share screen space with him. Growing up, Shah Rukh Khan has been one of my biggest inspirations, not just as an actor but as someone who redefined charisma and hard work in Indian cinema.”

He added that being part of a film featuring Shah Rukh Khan feels surreal. “I’ve admired his discipline, his energy, and his generosity as a performer for years. To finally experience that in person is something I’ll always cherish.”

Special Connections in the Industry

Akshay mentioned that director Siddharth Anand and producer Mamta are like family to him now in the industry. When Siddharth called him to be a part of this magnum opus, he “had to jump in” and immediately said yes. He emphasized that his association with them is truly special and that he is soaking in every moment and learning as much as he can from Siddharth on set.

Shooting in Poland

In September, Akshay traveled to Poland for the shoot of “King.” The film also features Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, along with Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Anil Kapoor, and Abhay Verma, promising a high-octane drama with an ensemble cast.

Recent Release: “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari”

Akshay’s latest release is “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.” Set against the vibrant backdrop of a big fat Indian wedding, the recently released trailer offers a glimpse into a world filled with romance, comedy, and festive sparkle.

The film stars Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, Akshay Oberoi, and Maniesh Paul, directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Karan Johar.

Popular television actress Nia Sharma recently gave her fans an exclusive glimpse into her post-pack-up moments through social media.

In the Stories section of her official Instagram account, Nia shared a video showcasing her enjoying the delightful windy weather by the beachside. She humorously noted that her pack-up time coincides with her breakfast time, prompting her to decide on having breakfast before heading to bed.

Nia mentioned, “Because the pack up time is clashing with the breakfast time, so I’d rather have my breakfast and then go to sleep.” However, she also quipped, “Who wants to sleep in this weather?”

Switching the camera to reveal the stunning view of the beach before her, she added, “You can’t see what I can see.”

Recently, Nia has been in the spotlight for another reason, having posted a video of herself in a beautiful white two-piece swimsuit. The clip featured the actress from ‘Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai’ standing against a picturesque seascape. In her post, Nia wrote, “Between the chaos and the calm (Just how it’s going at the moment) (sic).”

On the work front, there are speculations that Nia may join the latest season of MTV’s popular dating reality show “Splitsvilla X6,” hosted by Sunny Leone and Karan Kundrra. These rumors gained traction after Nia shared a series of Instagram posts and stories from an island location that appeared similar to Splitsvilla X6’s shooting site.

As of now, there has been no official confirmation regarding her participation. Karan Kundrra expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, stating, “I am super excited to see what the contestants have in store, how far they’ll go, and what risks they’ll take when it comes to love. I truly believe this season is going to be bolder, more dynamic, and full of surprises.”

Filmmaker Karan Johar is thrilled to have reached the London leg of the screening for his highly praised drama “Homebound.”

The special event, organized by director Gurinder Chadha, also saw the attendance of lead actors Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa. Karan shared a few photos from the ‘Homebound’ screening on social media, expressing his excitement on Instagram: “Made it to the London leg of our @homeboundthefilm campaign & it was a night filled with the warmest love, familiar and new faces and a whole lot of support for our film.”

He extended his gratitude to Gurinder Chadha for graciously hosting the screening, adding, “A special shoutout to @gurinder.chadha who so graciously hosted this screening for us ❤️.”

Earlier this month, KJo also participated in the “Homebound” screening in Los Angeles. This event featured Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, Bela Bajaria, along with the primary cast and crew of the film. On Instagram, Karan posted a series of photographs showcasing Ishaan, Vishal, Bela, and director Neeraj Ghaywan. He wrote, “The journey of #Homebound around the world continues — this time in LA, with a screening attended by @belabajaria, Chief Content Officer at Netflix, alongside the cast & crew! Super grateful & thrilled that you could be there for our film, Bela.”

Previously, Martin Scorsese, the Executive Producer of the drama, hosted a screening of “Homebound” in New York City.

Highlighting the film’s essence, Neeraj Ghaywan stated, “Rooted in the love for our land and our people, it carries the essence of the home we all share. To take our stories to the world and represent India at one of the biggest global stages for cinema is both humbling and a matter of pride, and for this I’m deeply grateful.”

Ace filmmaker Wes Anderson is renowned for his aesthetic frames and his knack for capturing beauty and perfect symmetries.

Imagine if a prop went missing from his home. One can easily picture him rallying his entire team. In an unusual turn of events, a beloved prop from Wes Anderson’s 2012 film Moonrise Kingdom has indeed been stolen, as reported by ‘Female First UK.’

The 56-year-old director recently shared that he had kept a portable record player, a notable piece from the film. He realized it was missing while preparing memorabilia for an exhibition in London and is now convinced it has been taken.

According to The Times, Anderson stated, “There is one thing (we couldn’t find). The record player. Somebody did take it. It was in my apartment. I guess it’s a good sign if we can really fret about [just] one missing thing.” When asked if the prop might have been misplaced, he firmly replied, “No, I think it’s stolen.”

Ironically, the record player features in Moonrise Kingdom when the character Susie Bishop, played by Kara Hayward, takes it from her brother without asking. Anderson was gathering items from his film career for an exhibition at The Design Museum in London.

Wes Anderson: The Archives launched on November 21 and will run until July, showcasing over 700 objects that trace his career in the film industry.

A message on the museum’s website explained, “The Design Museum has been granted unprecedented access to Wes Anderson’s personal archives, which the filmmaker has built up over three decades. This is the first time most of these objects will be displayed in Britain. Over 700 objects will bring together the director’s meticulous craft of filmmaking through original storyboards, polaroids, sketches, paintings, handwritten notebooks, puppets, miniature models, dozens of costumes worn by much-loved characters, and more. Alongside finished props and sets, the exhibition will showcase work-in-progress material and maquettes, highlighting the various traditional and hand-made filmmaking techniques that Anderson continues to celebrate, particularly in relation to puppets and stop-motion animation.”

Key highlights of the exhibition include a model of the Grand Budapest Hotel and vending machines from Asteroid City.

Hollywood star Brad Pitt is keeping things simple this Thanksgiving. The actor, along with his girlfriend Ines de Ramon, plans to enjoy a laid-back holiday.

The 61-year-old ‘F1’ actor and 32-year-old jewelry executive celebrated a quiet Thanksgiving last year, complete with good food, according to reports from ‘People’ magazine. A source close to Pitt mentioned that their plans for this year are “similar,” adding that the couple enjoys maintaining a low-key lifestyle with intimate traditions. They will be spending the holiday with a small group.

Pitt feels fortunate to have Ines by his side during this holiday season, especially as it marks the first since the passing of his mother, Jane Pitt, who died at the age of 84 in August. The source noted, “The loss was heartbreaking,” and emphasized that Pitt is also concerned for his father. “He’s very grateful to have Ines; she’s beyond supportive,” the source added.

The normally private couple recently moved into a new home together and were spotted supporting their friend George Clooney at the Los Angeles premiere of his film, “Jay Kelly,” at the Egyptian Theater. An insider shared that Pitt and Ines “arrived early and were very touchy-feely and seemed joined at the hip” during the event.

“They looked loved up. He was in a great mood and seemed thrilled to celebrate with his friend. They also chatted in a group with Clooney and later spoke to Bono,” the source revealed.

On the professional front, the father of six, who shares children Maddox, 24, Pax, 22, Zahara, 20, Shiloh, 19, and 17-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne with ex-partner Angelina Jolie, 50, has been busy with various projects.

The makers of director Jithin K Jose’s Malayalam film ‘Kalamkaval’, featuring Malayalam superstar Mammootty and Vinayakan in lead roles, have officially announced that the film will be released worldwide on December 5 this year.

Anticipation Builds

Taking to its Instagram page, Mammootty Kampany, the production house of actor Mammootty, shared, “We know you’ve waited long… The wait will be worth it… #Kalamkaval In Cinemas Worldwide from December 5, 2025. Keep Calm and wait for him…”

Initially, the film was set to release on November 27, but the date has now been postponed. Mammootty Kampany reassured fans with the message, “Delayed, NOT Diminished. We hear you… The wait is noted. The Venom Beneath Will Arrive Soon!! #Kalamkaval Release Postponed, New Release Date will be Announced Soon!! #Mammootty #Vinayakan #MammoottyKampany #JithinKJose #WayfarerFilms #SamadTruth #TruthGlobalFilms.”

Censor Clearance

The Censor Board has cleared the film for release, granting it a U/A certificate. Mammootty himself confirmed this, stating, “#Kalamkaval Censored with U/A 16+ Certificate. In Cinemas Soon.”

Teaser Sparks Interest

Interest in ‘Kalamkaval’ has surged since the release of its teaser, which features a gripping opening scene. A Tamilian opens a door and asks, “Who are you?” followed by a police officer questioning another cop about the mysterious character Nath. Viewers are then treated to glimpses of both lead actors—Vinayakan, who appears to be a police officer with a serious demeanor, and Mammootty, who exudes a calm aura while observing someone.

Behind the Scenes

This film marks Mammootty Kampany’s seventh production, boasting the tagline, “The venom beneath.” Earlier this year, the team shared a second look poster of Mammootty, stating, “Some Faces Raise Questions… Not Answers… Presenting The Second Look Poster of #Kalamkaval Directed by Jithin K Jose.”

The shooting for ‘Kalamkaval’ wrapped up in November last year. The story and screenplay are penned by Jithin K Jose and Jishnu Sreekumar, with editing by Praveen Prabhakar and cinematography by Faisal Ali. The music for this exciting venture is composed by the young talent Mujeeb Majeed, while action sequences have been choreographed by Action Santhosh.

Mystique of the Character

The film continues to generate buzz, with the creators claiming it will showcase Mammootty in a role unlike any he has portrayed before. Rumors circulating in the industry suggest that Mammootty plays a character with shades of grey, but no official confirmation has been made regarding this.

Fans eagerly await the release of ‘Kalamkaval’ as anticipation reaches new heights.