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Actress Kalyani Priyadarshan is currently enjoying the success of her blockbuster Malayalam film ‘Lokah’ and has shared insights into her dance portions for the track ‘Abdi Abdi’ from the upcoming Tamil fantasy entertainer ‘Genie’, directed by Arjunan Jr.

Excitement Around ‘Genie’

The film stars Ravi Mohan alongside Kalyani Priyadarshan, Krithi Shetty, and Wamiqa Gabbi, generating considerable buzz among fans and film enthusiasts.

Expressing her dedication, Kalyani took to her X timeline to describe the effort she invested in the dance number. She stated, “As an actor, I always try to push and challenge myself to do things I’ve never done before. This song was one of those moments.”

She added, “When our director Bhuvanesh told me about it, I was amazed at how nicely he made such a commercial musical piece into a real and important part of Genie’s story. I can’t wait for you all to see it in the film – the reasons behind it are so powerful! Worked super hard and tried something new, and I really hope you all like it.”

Dance Performance in Focus

Kalyani Priyadarshan will be joined by actress Krithi Shetty for the performance, which is set to release on Tuesday night.

Sources close to the unit reveal that the song presents both leading ladies in a never-seen-before avatar, showcasing a mesmerizing dance performance. With intricate choreography, stunning visuals, and an infectious rhythm, ‘Abdi Abdi’ represents a bold departure for both actresses, demonstrating their versatility and readiness to push boundaries. The choreography is designed to highlight each actress’s strengths while creating moments of stunning synchronization that elevate the number as a whole.

Reality television turned festive as Avika Gor and Milind Chandwani tied the knot on their show “Pati Patni Aur Panga.” The wedding celebrations were a vibrant affair, filled with music, dance, and traditional rituals, featuring a standout performance where television stars recreated one of Bollywood’s most iconic wedding songs.

Memorable Performances

Hina and Isha Malviya took on the roles reminiscent of Madhuri Dixit in the song “Joote Do Paise Do” from the blockbuster movie “Hum Aap Ke Hain Kaun.” Meanwhile, Gurmeet Chaudhary and Fahad Ahmad embodied Salman Khan’s characters with an energetic act that evoked nostalgia and enhanced the festive atmosphere of the wedding.

Fun and Traditions

A fun video reel from the episode was shared on the host’s social media account. The episode also showcased the traditional “Jute Chupai Rasam,” where the groom’s shoes are hidden, a key custom in Indian weddings. Hina Khan and Isha Malviya, representing the bride Avika’s side, cleverly managed to hide the groom’s shoes and secured Rs. 1,10,000 in return from the groom’s family.

This playful negotiation is a cherished aspect of wedding festivities, and the large sum added excitement for both participants and viewers. The wedding of Avika Gor and Milind Chandwani brought authenticity and drama to the reality series, with Avika later spotted planting her mangalsutra for the paparazzi outside the venue.

Fashion Statement

The actress looked stunning in her red lehenga adorned with heavy green ornaments. While weddings on-screen have always captured audience interest, this was not the first instance of a real-life couple exchanging vows on a reality show.

Earlier, during Bigg Boss 4 in 2010, Sara Ali Khan and Ali Merchant made headlines with their widely discussed wedding ceremony inside the house.

If sources in the industry are to be believed, director M. Ramesh Baarathi’s upcoming horror comedy film ‘Rajini Gang’ is likely to hit screens by the end of the year.

Following the success of its film ‘Ashtakarma’, the production house Mishri Enterprises is now producing ‘Rajini Gang’, a commercial horror comedy featuring Rajini Kishen in the lead role. This marks Mishri’s third production, following ‘Jai Hind’ and ‘Ashtakarma’.

The shooting of the film took place across various locations in Chennai, including Padappai, Maraimalai Nagar, and Yercaud. Sources indicate that the film is currently in its final stages of post-production, with plans for a release by the end of this year.

The storyline revolves around a runaway couple who decide to get married, only to unexpectedly face supernatural experiences along with a mix of thrilling and humorous events. With a lively screenplay, ‘Rajini Gang’ delivers a fresh take on the commercial horror comedy genre.

Director M. Ramesh Baarathi, who began his career as an editor, has previously directed popular web series like ‘Uppu Puli Kaaram’ and ‘Kana Kanum Kalangal’. With ‘Rajini Gang’, he brings his unique storytelling style and commercial appeal back to the big screen.

Rajini Kishen takes on the male lead, with Dwivika starring as the heroine. Supporting roles are played by Motta Rajendran, Ramdoss, Cool Suresh, and Kalki Raja. A dog named Blue also plays an important role throughout the film, adding a unique element to the narrative.

The film features four songs composed by M.S. Jones Rupert, who has previously worked on films such as ‘Poriyaalan’, ‘Bongu’, and ‘Sattam En Kaiyil’.

Popular television actress Nia Sharma recently opened up on social media about her decision to stop posing for pictures.

In her recent Instagram post, the ‘Naagin’ actress shared a series of vacation photos, stating, “I’ve stopped posing for pictures. I click moments now.”

The photo carousel features Nia relaxing on the beach and enjoying herself by the pool. One image shows her in a blue bikini, smiling at the camera, while another captures her in a sultry pose on the beach. Nia, known for her active presence on social media, often shares insights into her daily life through photos and videos.

In addition, the actress celebrated the festive spirit of Durga Puja, where she performed the traditional Dhunuchi Naach for the first time. On October 2, she posted a video of the dance, expressing her excitement and thanking her friends for their guidance: “The absolute excitement to experience the energy and vibe of #dunuchi for the first time! Also, Happy Dussera everyone! Thanksssss @jyotimukerji @tanishaamukerji for the beautiful darshan.. #duggadugga @urvashicardoz thanks for how nicely you taught me.”

On the professional front, Nia was last seen in the show “Laughter Chefs Fun Unlimited,” hosted by Bharti Singh and judged by celebrity chef Harpal Singh Sokhi. She also featured in “Suhagan Chudail,” portraying Nishigandha, a witch, in the fantasy-thriller-romance series.

Over the years, Nia has established a strong presence in the television industry with shows like “Behenein,” “Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai,” “Meri Durga,” and “Kaali – Ek Agnipariksha.” She has also ventured into the digital domain with web series like “Twisted” and “Jamai 2.0.”

Sunny Deol’s son Karan Deol has commenced the final leg of shooting for his upcoming film “1947 Lahore” in Amritsar.

Taking to his Instagram handle, Karan shared a picture of himself from Khalsa College. Dressed in a black t-shirt and blue jeans, the star kid struck a candid pose for the camera. Karan captioned the image, “Back to the grind … In places where history breathes, stories come alive. #1947Lahore.” A source close to the project revealed that this is the first time Karan Deol will be performing high-octane action sequences alongside his father in the film.

The insider shared, “The schedule has just begun and this film marks a very special milestone for Karan. For the first time, he’ll be seen performing high-octane action sequences. What makes it even more meaningful is that he’s sharing the screen space with his father, making this project an emotional and powerful journey for him.”

Directed by filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan, “1947 Lahore” is adapted from Asghar Wajahat’s celebrated play “Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya, O Jamyai Ni.”

This upcoming movie marks the reunion of Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi, who previously delivered blockbusters like “Ghayal,” “Ghatak,” and “Damini.”

Set against the backdrop of the partition, the story follows a Muslim family migrating from Lucknow to Lahore, assigned a haveli vacated by a departing Hindu family. The plot takes a dramatic twist when they discover that the Hindu family still resides in the house and refuses to move out.

Alongside Sunny Deol, the film features Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol in key roles.

In addition, the ‘Jaat’ actor will portray Lord Hanuman in Nitesh Tiwari’s epic “Ramayana,” which includes Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Yash in pivotal roles.

At the recent FICCI Frames 2025 event, Akshay Kumar took a light-hearted jab at those who had mocked him for his question to Prime Minister Narendra Modi about how he eats mangoes.

In 2019, the “Airlift” actor garnered attention when he inquired during an interview whether the Prime Minister enjoyed mangoes. The question quickly went viral, leading to numerous memes and online jokes. Revisiting this humorous incident, Akshay asked Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis a similar question, this time about his fondness for oranges.

Akshay remarked in Hindi, “25 years of FICCI… Humare saath humare chief minister sahab hain. Aaj mujhe mauka mila hai… yeh zindagi mein mera second time hai jo main kissi ka interview le raha hai hun… Pheli baar mujhe mauka mila tha Pradhan Mantri ji ka interview lene ka. Aur ab humare chief minister sahab ka interview lene ka mauka mila hai.” (It’s a wonderful day… 25 years of FICCI… and we are joined by our Chief Minister. Today, I got the opportunity… this is only the second time in my life that I’m conducting an interview. The first time was when I had the chance to interview the Prime Minister, and now I have the opportunity to interview our Chief Minister.)

Continuing, the ‘Kesari’ actor said, “Sir, maine unse ek question kiya tha Pradhan Mantri sahab se ke aap aam kaise khante hain toh logun ne mazak udaya tha, lekin sir main nahi sudhrunga.” (Sir, I had asked the Prime Minister a question about how he eats mangoes, and people made fun of me, but sir, I won’t change!)

Turning to the Chief Minister, Akshay asked, “Aap Nagpur se hain aur Nagpur is famous for its oranges. Main yeh puchna chahtha hun ke aapko orange acche lagte hain.” (You are from Nagpur, and Nagpur is famous for its oranges. I want to ask you—do you like oranges?)

Fadnavis responded with a “yes,” after which Akshay inquired whether he preferred to eat oranges by peeling them or drinking them as juice. The Chief Minister then revealed his unique method of enjoying oranges: cutting them in half, sprinkling a bit of salt, and eating them like a mango. Devendra humorously added, “Only OG people know this style of eating an orange.”

The delighted 58-year-old actor laughed and acknowledged, “I have learnt a new thing today and I am surely going to try this.”

The 25th edition of FICCI Frames is set to occur on October 7–8, 2025, in Mumbai. Celebrating its Silver Jubilee, this two-day event will gather industry leaders and visionaries from India and around the world to celebrate 25 years of transforming the media landscape.

Actor Jacob Elordi, known for his role as Frankenstein’s Monster in “Frankenstein,” dedicated a staggering “10 hours” daily to makeup, according to director Guillermo del Toro.

Del Toro, during an interview with E! News at the movie’s Los Angeles premiere, shared that Elordi underwent about 42 pieces of makeup and prosthetics each day. “He took around 10 hours every day and about 42 pieces of makeup, prosthetics. And then he would have to work,” he noted.

Impressive Commitment to the Role

The director expressed admiration for Elordi’s commitment to the makeup process. “He did it all with grace and patience and love,” Del Toro explained. He likened the experience to that of a priest getting dressed for a ceremony, saying, “You have to think, this is your Ceremonial Guard. You’re invoking the Creature.”

The director concluded, “And the result is heartbreaking and beautiful. It’s a really naked performance—emotionally so close to innocence that it breaks your heart.”

Praise from Co-Star Oscar Isaac

Oscar Isaac, who plays scientist Victor Frankenstein, echoed Del Toro’s sentiments about Elordi’s captivating performance. The 46-year-old actor remarked, “He was so effortless. He never complained. He was in 10 hours of makeup every day. The fact that he would just show up and was so beautiful and vulnerable, I was so impressed with him.”

A Unique Take on a Classic Story

Del Toro has previously indicated that he does not view his adaptation of Frankenstein as a standard horror film. In an August discussion with Variety, he described it as “a story like Pinocchio, about a creature that is created by his father and thrown into the world, sort of into the deep end of the pool.”

He added, “He’s attempting to learn to swim by not drowning. Frankenstein is a song of the human experience. It’s the story of a father and a son.”

This film marks Guillermo del Toro’s eagerly awaited interpretation of Mary Shelley’s classic 1818 novel, “Frankenstein.”

Bollywood’s “Khiladi” star Akshay Kumar recently sought advice from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis regarding his decision to take on a negative role in his upcoming film, Haiwaan.

Exploring New Roles

Akshay shared, “I am doing a film where I play a negative character. I was wondering whether I should do it or not. The film is called Haiwaan, but in the end, I lose. The ‘Haiwaan’ loses.” In response, Fadnavis encouraged him, stating, “Yes, you should definitely do it. A versatile actor like you should explore all kinds of roles.”

The Chief Minister emphasized that for an actor, taking on diverse roles is crucial for true accomplishment. He added, “Ultimately, what is an accomplishment? Even in films where the villain loses, the character often leaves a bigger impact than the hero. That is creativity. But do continue doing more films as a hero as well.”

Reason for the Role

Explaining his choice to play a negative character, Akshay remarked, “I felt like doing a negative role hence I am doing it. Mostly I play the hero in the film.”

About Haiwaan

Haiwaan brings Akshay back together with actor Saif Ali Khan after a 17-year gap. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film is a remake of the 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam, which was also directed by him and starred Mohanlal. The cast includes notable names like Boman Irani and Shriya Pilgaonkar, with Rohan Shankar credited as the screenwriter.

Upcoming Projects

In addition, Akshay will appear in Priyadarshan’s horror comedy Bhoot Bangla, scheduled for release towards the end of 2025. This film marks the reunion of the iconic trio of Priyadarshan, Akshay, and Paresh Rawal. Along with Akshay and Paresh, the film will feature Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar, and Wamiqa Gabbi in significant roles.

Produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms in collaboration with Akshay Kumar’s production house, Cape of Good Films, Bhoot Bangla has been co-produced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant Baali. The script is penned by Akash A Kaushik, with the screenplay crafted by Rohan Shankar, Abilash Nair, and Priyadarshan. The dialogues are written by Rohan Shankar.

Release Date

“Bhoot Bangla” is set for a theatrical release on April 2, 2026.

Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla has announced an exciting new world tour in support of his groundbreaking third studio album, ‘P-pop culture’. This tour is set to celebrate the rich heritage of Punjabi music and its global appeal.

World Tour Kick-off

Aujla will kick off his world tour with a much-anticipated performance in Abu Dhabi on November 29 before traveling across the US, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the UK throughout 2026.

In a statement, Karan remarked, “P-POP CULTURE represents not just a collection of songs but a cultural revolution, an invitation for the world to experience the vibrancy of Punjabi music and culture.” P-pop, which stands for Punjabi pop, will feature a tour filled with “love and nostalgia.”

Celebrating Heritage

Aujla stated, “This tour will be a celebration of the genre’s rich heritage and its global appeal within the global pop culture landscape. Fueled by love and nostalgia, we’re building a movement around this sound, and there’s no better way to kick it off than from a place I call home and the cosmopolitan hub of the world.”

His latest album, P-Pop Culture, was released on August 22 and is a collaboration with Canadian producer Ikky. The album showcases a fusion of Punjabi pop with global pop elements, coining the term “P-Pop” for this unique blend.

Abu Dhabi Concert Experience

The upcoming concert in Abu Dhabi promises to deliver a crafted experience featuring cutting-edge visual technology and immersive soundscapes. The setlist will include recent chartbusters from his 11-track album such as ‘P Pop Culture’, ‘I Really Do…’, ‘MF Gabhru!’, and ‘For A Reason’, alongside his all-time classics.

Mohit Bijlani, Founder of Team Innovation, expressed, “The rebranding of the Abu Dhabi leg of the world tour signifies not only a new chapter for Karan Aujla but also an elevated experience for his fans in the UAE.”

He further added, “We will deliver a meticulously crafted experience with groundbreaking visual technology, enhanced stage theatrics, and state-of-the-art production, bringing his exhilarating new show format to life.”

As Bobby Deol celebrates thirty years in Hindi cinema, his superstar brother Sunny Deol marked the occasion with a heartfelt tribute.

Sunny shared a video montage on Instagram, highlighting moments from Bobby’s debut Hindi film “Barsaat,” which released in 1995. The clip showcased songs featuring Bobby and actress Twinkle Khanna from the film. Sunny captioned the video, “Lord Bob 30 Years.” Bobby responded in the comment section with several heart emojis.

Ameesha Patel, Sunny’s co-star from “Gadar,” commented, “The OG stallion. Congrats n 30 years more to come (sic).”

Bobby Deol’s Film Journey

“Barsaat,” directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, revolves around the love story of Badal, a naive village boy, and Tina, a wealthy city girl. Their romance faces challenges from Tina’s greedy stepfather, Dinesh Oberoi, who plots to claim her inheritance.

Following “Barsaat,” Bobby starred in several films including “Gupt: The Hidden Truth,” “Kareeb,” “Soldier,” “Badal,” “Hum To Mohabbat Karega,” “Bichhoo,” “Ajnabee,” “Humraaz,” and “Jhoom Barabar Jhoom.” His career experienced a downturn after this initial success.

However, he found a resurgence with roles in “Apne,” “Yamla Pagla Deewana,” and “Housefull 4.” Recently, he made a remarkable comeback with projects like “Class of ’83,” “Aashram,” “Animal,” “Love Hostel,” and “The Ba***ds of Bollywood.”

On October 6, Bobby commemorated his three-decade journey on social media, expressing gratitude for the love he received. He stated, “30 years of many emotions on and off screen … all made worthwhile by your love. That fire still burns and I’m just getting started!”

Upcoming Releases

Looking ahead, Bobby has a lineup of exciting releases, including the Alia Bhatt-starrer “Alpha,” which also features Sharvari. Directed by Shiv Rawail, “Alpha” is set to release during the Christmas holiday weekend in 2025. This film is the seventh installment in Yash Raj Films’ expanding spy universe, which began with the “Tiger” series featuring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif.

Additionally, Bobby will star in the political action thriller “Jana Nayagan,” alongside Vijay, Pooja Hegde, and other notable actors such as Mamitha Baiju, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain, and Priyamani.