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Filmmaker Boney Kapoor has shared that dancing helps him relieve stress, and he claims it truly works.

In a recent Instagram story, he posted a monochrome picture of himself dancing with the caption, “Dance releases your stress is a fact (sic).”

Earlier this month, Boney reminisced about his late wife, Bollywood superstar Sridevi, sharing a photo that appears to be from her late 20s. On September 3, he posted a picture of them together during a trip to Tirupati, writing, “From one of our many trips to Tirupati BALAJI.”

Sridevi tragically passed away in February 2018 due to an accident in Dubai, an event that deeply affected the nation, with thousands participating in her funeral procession.

On September 15, Boney revealed a cherished memory with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He described a personal encounter that left a lasting impact on him. Sharing a video on his X handle, Boney detailed how Modi recognized him by name and greeted him warmly, showcasing a blend of humility and leadership.

He wrote, “#MYMODISTORY My first meeting with Prime Minister @NarendraModi, during a meeting in Lucknow was one of the most cherished moments of my life. After addressing a packed summit, he stepped down from the stage to greet people in the audience. To my utter surprise, he approached me, called me by name and greeted me with such familiarity and respect that I was deeply moved.”

Boney went on to express the significance of that gesture, stating, “Here was the Prime Minister of India leading a nation of over a billion people, yet he made the effort to recognize me personally. In that instant, I didn’t just feel acknowledged; I felt seen. It is rare for someone in such a position of power to carry such humility, but Modi ji does it so naturally.”

He concluded with admiration for Modi, saying, “For me, that moment summed up the essence of Narendra Modi. A leader who embodies the pride of India on the world stage, yet always has the ability to connect with people at a deeply personal level. That is what makes his leadership extraordinary: the blend of stature and simplicity, of power and humility. As Prime Minister Modi ji turns 75, I wish him many more years of leading the nation with the same unwavering determination and deep personal connect with the people.”

Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg has shared insights into the keys to his career success, attributing it largely to discipline.

Discipline as a Cornerstone of Success

The 54-year-old actor, known for his early-morning wake-ups and strict gym routine, emphasized this in an interview with Extra. He stated, “Discipline has afforded me many wonderful things in my life. It’s a thing that I really attribute to all my success, both personally and professionally… I recommend it to everybody.”

Excitement Around His Latest Project

Wahlberg’s latest film, Play Dirty, is an action-packed heist thriller. He expressed his excitement about working on the Shane Black-directed project, mentioning that it is based on “some pretty incredible and beloved source material.” He added, “To get my own opportunity to take my own swing at it and really do it with somebody like Shane Black who infused a lot more humour… it’s great.”

He noted that the appeal of the film lies in “the wit and the dialogue and the twist in the plot and their plan and their heist.”

A Strong Filmography

With a successful career spanning several hits, including Boogie Nights, Planet of the Apes, and The Italian Job, Wahlberg remains a prominent figure in Hollywood. He also discussed his interest in revisiting his 1996 psychological thriller, Fear. “If I could play the dad in Fear, I mean, I’ve lived this now with my daughters,” he reflected.

Overcoming Initial Fears

Wahlberg previously admitted to feeling “terrified” about starring in Boogie Nights. In this 1997 drama, he portrayed adult film star Dirk Diggler. Initially hesitant to take on the role, he wanted to distance himself from his Calvin Klein modeling past.

“I was terrified because it was like, the pitch was tough. It’s like Ted, a guy and a teddy bear smoking weed. That doesn’t sound very appealing, right? Or a porn star,” he recalled. He was apprehensive, having just transitioned from his modeling career and remembered the lackluster reception of Showgirls.

Despite his initial concerns, after meeting with director Paul Thomas Anderson, Wahlberg understood the vision for the film. He said, “As soon as I met with him, it was like, ‘Okay, I get it.’” With that realization, he finished the script and was cast in the role. Reflecting on their ages back then, he noted, “We were both 25 at the time. It was wild.”

Hollywood star Vin Diesel has given fans of the Fast & Furious saga a significant reason to celebrate by hinting at an exciting future for the blockbuster franchise.

Exciting Updates on Fast & Furious

Taking to Instagram, Diesel shared a picture with Michelle Rodriguez, his frequent co-star in several installments of the Fast & Furious series. In the image, both actors can be seen smiling and looking at the camera.

In his heartfelt caption, Diesel reflected on a remarkable day of filming with his “ride-or-die” co-star. He wrote: “Just wrapped an incredible day filming with my ride-or-die about the future of Fast… After all these years, all these miles, the conversation we had today reminded me why this family means everything. She talked about the journey, from those early days when nobody knew if street racing movies would work, through every twist, every loss, every victory we’ve shared together.”

He continued, “She’s seen it all. Multiple studio owners, countless executives coming and going, different visions and different voices trying to steer this ship. But through every corporate change, every boardroom shuffle, every new regime, one thing has never wavered… the connection between the Fast family and fans around the world!” This tribute was a clear nod to Rodriguez, who portrays Letty.

Diesel praised Rodriguez’s authenticity for keeping the franchise grounded. “After listening to her, something became crystal clear… she will always be Letty. That authenticity, that connection to something real, it’s bigger than corporate structures and development cycles. It’s what matters most.”

He elaborated on the strong bond they share, stating, “That bond? That’s unbreakable. That’s what transcends business decisions and bottom lines. For everyone who’s been waiting, for every fan who believes that family is everything, what we’re building next is going to honor all that you love about Fast while taking you somewhere you’ve never been before. Because no matter who’s writing the checks, this family answers to you… Stay tuned. #FastFamily #Family #NeverGiveUp.”

The Fast & Furious franchise, which began in 2001, has produced 10 films and multiple spin-offs. However, Diesel did not confirm whether he is filming for Fast & Furious 11 or Fast X: Part 2.

Well-known actor and director Raghava Lawrence has launched a new initiative named Kanmani Annadhana Virundhu, aimed at serving food typically enjoyed by the affluent to underprivileged children. Recently, he extended this initiative to those afflicted with Down Syndrome.

### A Heartfelt Mission

In a post on his X timeline, Raghava Lawrence expressed, “Kanmani Annadhana Virundhu – an initiative started with the intent to make food varieties that are usually enjoyed only by the wealthy accessible to people who never come across such food. Food should not be a privilege; it should be a joy that brings smiles to every heart.”

He continued, “This time it was so special to serve my brothers with Down Syndrome. Seeing their happiness while they enjoyed the varieties of food filled my heart with gratitude and love. With all your blessings and support, I will continue to serve others.”

### Remembering His Roots

Just a few days prior, Raghava announced the start of this initiative in memory of his mother, with the goal of providing meals to children who have never had the opportunity to taste such food.

The director of the superhit franchise ‘Kanchana’ stated, “The feast that the rich eat must also reach the poor. I intend to achieve this through a new initiative called Kanmani Annadhana Virundhu. Twenty years ago, I fed 60 children at our home. Now, we aim to seek out children who have never eaten such food and deliver it to them. Service is God. We are beginning this initiative from today. We need all your blessings for this effort.”

### Ongoing Philanthropy

Raghava Lawrence is widely recognized for his philanthropic activities, primarily through his movement called ‘Maatram.’ He has been actively helping the needy and underprivileged in various ways.

Recently, he mentioned, “Life teaches us many lessons. We all go through ups and downs, searching for happiness in the outside world. But with time, we realize that true happiness does not come from outside; it comes from within. In the end, real peace and happiness are found in serving others and making a difference in their lives. #ServiceisGod.”

His commitment to supporting the less fortunate includes assisting another actor, KPY Bala, in building restrooms in a government school, providing essential facilities for students.

### Noteworthy Contributions

In recent months, Raghava helped a man who had to pledge his late wife’s mangalsutra to fund his daughter’s education, retrieving the gold mangalsutra to enable the girl to pay her college fees. Last year, he distributed 10 tractors across villages in the state to aid poor farmers.

Through every initiative, Raghava Lawrence continues to make a positive impact on the lives of many, embodying the spirit of service.

Actress Rashmika Mandanna was unable to attend the trailer launch event for her highly anticipated horror comedy “Thamma.” However, she shared a heartfelt video message for everyone present.

Busy with ‘Cocktail 2’

The ‘Animal’ actress explained her absence by revealing that she is currently busy filming “Cocktail 2,” which stars Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. In her video message, she expressed, “Hi guys, I am so sorry that I couldn’t be at the trailer launch. I am shooting for ‘Cocktail 2’ in Sicily right now, but I really really hope that you liked the Thamma trailer and the brand new Maddok horror comedy.”

Character Insights

Rashmika elaborated on the significance of her character, stating, “Tadaka is such an important and strong character, and I had the honor and the privilege of playing her. I absolutely loved playing her part on screen. I can’t wait for all of you to watch Thamma in the theatre this Diwali.”

Trailer Highlights

The trailer kicks off with Rashmika introducing Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s character Yakshasan as the protector of the world. However, things take a turn when he decides to go rogue and become the ‘Thamma’ himself. Viewers are also treated to several romantic moments between Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika.

Following this, Alok, played by Ayushmann, unexpectedly transforms into a vampire, facing challenges that accompany his new identity, which includes a missing heartbeat and fangs.

Cast and Production Details

“Thamma” features Ayushmann as Alok, Rashmika as Tadaka, Nawazuddin as Yakshasan, Paresh Rawal as Ram Bajaj Goyal, and Sathyaraj as Elvis Karim Prabhakar, among others.

The makers, Maddock Films, shared the captivating trailer on social media, captioning it: “A forgotten legend from our folklore, #Thamma takes centre stage this Diwali. Maddock Horror Comedy Universe presents a bloody love story, produced by Dinesh Vijan & Amar Kaushik and directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. In cinemas worldwide on 21st October. Trailer Out Now. Link in bio.”

“Thamma” is set for a theatrical release on October 21, coinciding with Diwali this year.

Well-known Tamil actress Vijayalakshmi, currently recovering from a bout of flu alongside her son Nilan, shared a touching moment with her young son regarding the essence of God.

In a heartfelt post on Instagram, she described their situation: “Flu got us all… we quarantined ourselves. Routines paused. Homebound. With steams and soups, kashayams, and comfort food, healing is in full swing. But the silver lining was introducing Nilan to some of life’s beautiful movies.”

Vijayalakshmi found it challenging to keep Nilan engaged with a slow-paced Tamil film, but she made it happen. “So, yesterday, it was ‘Kannathil Muthamittal’. And today, it was ‘Anbe Sivam’. You can’t find a better movie partner than Nilan. He gives in to every emotion. When he knows something’s about to pull him deep, that kutty puppy crawls into me, leans against my chest, wraps my arms around him, like it is the safest place in the world, and then he’s ready for the rollercoaster,” she shared.

After watching “Anbe Sivam,” Nilan sat in silence. The actress aimed to convey that love equates to God. Curious, she asked, “What is God, Kanna?” Nilan kissed her on the cheek and replied, “It’s you ma… You are love. Love is God. So, you are God.” Vijayalakshmi noted that the answer was unexpected but awarded her son full marks.

She concluded her post with a reflection on motherhood: “This mommy does not believe in Grammar. She’s not bothered about his A+. Not even if he grows into a wanderlust soul, or a businessman with a mansion full of Lamborghinis. She only cares about the kind of human being he becomes, the happiness he carries in every inhale and exhale. Because this specially curated conditioning for my Nila is my only true payback to the universe that has always given me everything even before I asked.”

Adding to the excitement for the highly anticipated horror comedy “Thama,” featuring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, the makers have released an intriguing trailer for the film.

Trailer Highlights

The clip begins with Rashmika introducing Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s character, Yakshasan, who is meant to be the protector of the world. However, things take a turn as he goes rogue, expressing a desire to become the ‘Thama’ himself. We then see Ayushmann’s character, Alok, encounter Yakshasan and be introduced to an entirely different realm.

The trailer also showcases some romantic scenes between Ayushmann and Rashmika.

In a shocking twist, Alok suddenly transforms into a vampire, lacking a heartbeat and sporting fangs. The remainder of the trailer depicts Alok confronting the challenges that come with his new identity.

Makers’ Announcement

Dropping the gripping trailer on social media, the producers from Maddock Films stated, “A forgotten legend from our folklore, #Thamma takes centre stage this Diwali (Bat emoji). Maddock Horror Comedy Universe presents a bloody love story, produced by Dinesh Vijan & Amar Kaushik and directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. In cinemas worldwide on 21st October. Trailer Out Now. Link in bio. (sic)”

Star Cast

“Thama” features Ayushmann as Alok, Rashmika as Tadaka, Nawazuddin as Yakshasan, Paresh as Ram Bajaj Goyal, and Sathyaraj as Elvis Karim Prabhakar, among others.

Ayushmann’s Thoughts

“The fact that ‘Thama’ is the first love story of the horror comedy universe is all the more exciting,” Ayushmann shared with Variety.com.

He further expressed, “The promise of it being a ‘bloody’ love story is also a supremely unique and compelling pitch for today’s audience who want clutter-breaking theatrical experiences. ‘Thama’ is that project—a total wildcard, a film that no one has seen in India. I’m really pumped to join the sets of this film and create a huge big-screen experience with Dinesh and his entire team of fellow visionaries like Amar Kaushik, my director Aditya Sarpotdar, and the writing genius Niren Bhatt.”

“Thama” is set to hit cinemas on October 21, coinciding with Diwali this year.

Bollywood divas Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty will be stepping into the “Rise and Fall” tower this weekend to promote their show, “Do You Wanna Partner”.

Viewers will get to see Tamannaah and Diana interact with the contestants, take part in unique challenges, and witness how their presence shakes up the dynamics inside the tower.

During an exclusive conversation, Diana shared her thoughts on why she took her time making her OTT debut with “Do You Wanna Partner?”

The ‘Cocktail’ actress revealed that she prefers to wait for roles she can truly connect with, emphasizing that her debut needed to be meaningful—a substantial part rather than just a small role in a big show.

When asked why she was cautious about saying yes to the web show format, Diana said, “Well, what can I say…I’m always late to the party! But on a serious note, I’ve always been sure that I will wait for the opportunities that are right for me, the ones that I feel the most invested in. Because it doesn’t make sense to do something just for the sake of doing it, or because there’s a certain pressure to do it. In my mind, the perfect OTT debut involved something weighty – a good, solid part, not a small part in a big show.”

She added, “I wanted to play a character that was significant throughout the show. And equally important for me was a good platform, a good banner, and directors I felt comfortable with – because at the end of the day, I’ve always been a director’s actor. ‘Do You Wanna Partner’ couldn’t have been more perfect as my OTT series debut – with Prime Video and Dharmatic on board, and with Archit Kumar and Colin DCunha leading the way. Not to mention, the opportunity to play Anahita, a character I had been waiting for a long time! I’d say the wait was definitely worthwhile.”

“Rise and Fall” airs every day on Amazon MX Player at 12 PM and on Sony Entertainment Television at 10:30 PM.

Television superstar Ankita Lokhande recently posted a delightful video teasing her injured husband, Vicky Jain.

In the clip, the actress humorously poked fun at Vicky, who was seen hopping from the bathroom to the bed in his hospital room. He had been hospitalized following a major accident.

Ankita couldn’t help but laugh as she watched her husband, who was trying to make his way with the help of a hospital ward boy. She even sang the iconic children’s song “Lakdi Ki Kaathi” from the movie “Masoom.”

Vicky had a plaster on his left hand and leg. For those who may not be aware, he suffered 45 stitches in his hand due to the accident. Although specific details about the incident remain unclear, reports indicate that he had glass shards embedded in his skin. Throughout this challenging time, Ankita has been a rock, caring for her husband both at home and in the hospital. A photo that captured her emotional response to Vicky’s pain went viral.

On the professional front, Vicky is gearing up for his upcoming Bollywood film, “Haq,” which also stars Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi. Enthusiastically supporting her husband, Ankita shared a heartfelt note on her social media account. She expressed, “So proud of you, @realvikasjainn. Every step you take, every milestone you achieve makes me cheer even louder. As an associate producer for this incredible film, your dedication, hard work, and vision shine brighter than ever.”

She also extended her appreciation to the film’s team, writing, “A big shoutout to the entire team: Vineet Sir, Yami, Emraan Hashmi, Vartika Singh, Sandeep, Vishal, Juhi, and everyone involved. Wishing you all the very best. This film is going to touch hearts, and I can’t wait to see it on the big screen! (7th November) save the date.”

Ankita continued, “And my dearest @officialsandipssingh, you are my chosen family. My first film as a leading actress was with you, and now with Vicky’s journey… you’ve always been a rock-solid presence in my life. So blessed to have you and to love what our friendship shares. To more upwards and onwards, always! Love, Ankita.”

Ankita Lokhande and Vicky Jain, after dating for three years, tied the knot in December 2021. The couple also participated in Bigg Boss season 17, facing various challenges in their relationship, but they emerged stronger together.

Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor recently joined the legendary sprinter Usain Bolt, dubbed ‘the fastest man on Earth’, for a grand sporting finale at Jamnabai School Ground in Mumbai.

A Thrilling Competition

The event featured some of the top school-level sprinters from across the country, competing in 100m and 200m races, while both Kapoor and Bolt cheered enthusiastically from the stands.

In a heartfelt social media post, Kapoor shared a couple of memorable photos from the day, stating, “A memorable day at Jamnabai Narsee Campus with @usainbolt, a legend who continues to inspire young minds to chase excellence. Always feel motivated and happy to be around him. @sujay.jairaj @jamnabai.narsee.school. (sic)”

The photos captured the duo having fun and striking poses together for the camera.

Inspiring Wellness

Anil Kapoor is not just a celebrated actor; he is also a fitness enthusiast and a role model for healthy living. Renowned for his disciplined workout routine and timeless energy, he continues to motivate millions to prioritize health.

Upcoming Projects

On the professional front, Kapoor is gearing up for Suresh Triveni’s much-anticipated action entertainer, “Subedaar.” Actress Radhikka Madan will co-star alongside the veteran actor in this exciting film that is set against the backdrop of India’s heartland. The story follows Subedaar Arjun Maurya (played by Kapoor) as he navigates the complexities of civilian life.

The first look from “Subedaar” was unveiled on Kapoor’s 68th birthday last December. The teaser started with a scene of a house surrounded by people banging on the door, urging the soldier to come out. The video then showcased Kapoor seated in the house with a gun in his hand, exuding intensity and power. He was heard saying, “Fauji tayyar (The soldier is ready).”

Kapoor concluded his post with, “A special day calls for a special announcement (cake emoji). #Subedaar, new movie, coming soon.”