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Actress Cara Buono, known for her role as Karen Wheeler in “Stranger Things,” recently dazzled fans by sharing a glimpse of behind-the-scenes moments from the fifth season of this beloved series.

Buono took to Instagram to post a collection of photos from a hospital scene, which follows her character’s intense battle with a Demogorgon while striving to rescue her daughter, Holly, from the perilous Upside Down.

In the pictures, Buono is seen alongside co-stars Sadie Sink, Maya Hawke, and Finn Wolfhard, as well as producer Shawn Levy and creators Matt and Ross Duffer.

She captioned the photos: “I flirted with the problem. She survived it. We don’t bond over brunch in this town. Some BTS from days in the hospital with people I love.”

About “Stranger Things”

“Stranger Things” is a captivating mix of horror, science fiction, mystery, fantasy, and coming-of-age drama. Set in the 1980s, the series focuses on the residents of the fictional small town of Hawkins, Indiana. The story begins when a young girl with psychokinetic powers, named Eleven, opens a portal between Earth and a hostile alternate dimension known as the Upside Down, stemming from a nearby human experimentation facility.

The star-studded cast features Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Cara Buono, Matthew Modine, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery, Dacre Montgomery, Sean Astin, Paul Reiser, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Brett Gelman, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Linda Hamilton.

This series weaves together investigative drama and supernatural horror, infused with a sense of childlike wonder while referencing the iconic pop culture of the 1980s. Additionally, it draws inspiration from Cold War-era experiments and conspiracy theories surrounding secret government programs.

Buono has also showcased her talent in various films, including “Hulk,” “Let Me In,” “A Good Marriage,” “Paper Towns,” “All Saints,” “Monsters and Men,” and “She Came from the Woods.”

Actress Shweta Tripathi recently shared that she is set to begin shooting for her new project in Bhopal, marking a working New Year for her.

New Year Plans with a Surprise

Shweta, who has just wrapped up filming the movie adaptation of “Mirzapur” in Rajasthan, expressed her excitement about the New Year. “I love surprises, so I travelled to Jaisalmer to surprise the entire cast and crew of Mirzapur,” she stated.

Reflecting on her visit, she mentioned that Jaisalmer holds cherished memories for her. “I had visited the city once as a child with my parents, and after many years, getting the chance to experience it again felt truly special, especially with the Mirzapur team—my other family—shooting there for the film. One of the highlights was a dinner in the dunes, with the moon above us.”

Connection to Nature

The actress emphasized her fondness for Jaisalmer’s natural beauty. “Nature has always drawn me in. I love being close to it, soaking it in, and simply existing within it. The peace and quiet is priceless. Perfect end to the year,” she shared.

Following her time in Jaisalmer, Shweta traveled to Phuket, Thailand, with her friends. “I brought in my New Year celebrations a little early, as I was scheduled to begin shooting for my next project in Bhopal from the last week of December, which means I’ll be having a working New Year.”

Welcoming the New Year in Bhopal

She added, “However, since the 31st and 1st are non-working days, my husband Cheeta is joining me here, and together we shall welcome the New Year at one of Bhopal’s beautiful heritage sites.”

Her upcoming film, which is yet untitled, is described as an intense drama that will be shot extensively across Bhopal and other regions of Madhya Pradesh.

Meanwhile, “Mirzapur” revolves around Akhandanand “Kaleen” Tripathi, a crime boss and businessman, who rules the Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh.

The main cast of the first season includes Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyendu Sharma, Vikrant Massey, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Rasika Dugal, Harshita Gaur, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda. The second season retains most of the original cast, with some new additions like Vijay Varma, Isha Talwar, Lilliput, Anjum Sharma, Priyanshu Painyuli, Anangsha Biswas, and Neha Sargam.

Grammy-winner John Legend celebrated his 47th birthday with his wife, Chrissy Teigen, and their four children, enjoying a fun-filled day at the Sloomoo Institute, a slime experience in New York City.

Teigen shared a delightful video of the birthday celebration on her official Instagram account. The clip showcased Legend having a wonderful time with their kids: daughters Luna Simone and Esti Maxine, as well as sons Miles Theodore and Wren Alexander.

She captioned the post, “One last thing before we leave nyc… we love you @sloomooinstitute! (sic)” Adding a personal touch, she wrote, “Love, Chroostoonoo, Joohn, Loonoo, Mooloos, Oostoo and Wroon.”

Teigen consistently finds ways to make Legend feel special on his birthday with heartfelt messages on social media.

The family has been fully embracing the holiday season. They enjoyed unwrapping presents together on Christmas and had a fantastic time at the Disney on Ice show at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on December 20. The family posed joyfully alongside Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse during the event, all smiles.

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen have been married since 2013. Legend attributes their strong marriage to mutual support. Despite facing various challenges, the couple has remained resilient together.

When discussing the keys to their enduring relationship in an interaction with Us Weekly, Legend stated, “Just support each other and love each other. Have each other’s back. We’ve been through it all together — so much joy, but also pain and challenge and grief.” He added, “I think knowing that we have each other’s back and support each other through it all is — you know, when you have that as your foundation, it’s everything.”

There’s no packed itinerary or loud celebration on actor Gulshan Devaiah’s mind as the year comes to a close. Instead, he’s choosing something simple: good food, long naps, and addressing decisions he has been putting off.

Talking about his plans for New Year’s Eve and Day, he said, “I’m planning to spend some quiet time by myself – cooking a good meal, taking long naps, catching up on pending scripts, and finally addressing a few small decisions I’ve been putting off.”

Gulshan is gearing up for his first-ever Telugu project alongside Samantha Ruth Prabhu, titled Maa Inti Bangaram. He has previously expressed his excitement for this collaboration, stating, “I’ve always hoped to collaborate with Samantha, and this project arrived at just the right moment.”

He further added, “I’m deeply immersed in preparing for my role in MIB. I can’t reveal much about the film or my character yet, but it’s a demanding part and I’m doing everything I can to rise to the challenge, and hopefully not mess it up.”

Gulshan is known for his roles in films like Shaitan, Hate Story, and Hunterrr. He has also appeared in notable web series such as Afsos, Duranga, Dahaad, Guns & Gulaabs, and Bad Cop.

His latest project, “Perfect Family,” directed by Sachin Pathak, features an impressive cast including Manoj Pahwa, Seema Pahwa, Girija Oak, and Neha Dhupia. Released on November 27 on the Jar Series YouTube channel, the series is produced by Ajay Rai of Jhaar Pictures, with Mohit Chhabra and Pankaj Tripathi making their debut as producers. The show humorously explores the stigma around therapy in India, revolving around a not-so-perfect family that is compelled to seek therapy due to a situation involving their young daughter, leading to the ensuing chaos.

Varun Dhawan has experienced the heartbreaking loss of his beloved pet, Angel. In his grief, he expressed gratitude for the joy Angel brought into their lives, as well as for being a wonderful sister to his other fur friend, Joey.

Reflecting on the memories they shared, Varun took to his official Instagram and posted a compilation video highlighting some precious moments with Angel over the years.

The ‘October’ actor also penned a heartfelt goodbye note, saying, “Rip angel. Today heaven gained another angel. Think you for being a wonderful pup and an amazing sister to Joey; we will miss you. See you down the road (sic).”

Reacting to this sad news, actress Mouni Roy commented, “I’m so terribly sorry.” Mrunal Thakur expressed shock with a simple “WHAT.”

Varun has always been open about his love for his pets. During a recent appearance on the celebrity chat show, “Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle,” alongside Alia Bhatt, he revealed that he holds the same affection for his dog and his daughter, Lara.

When Varun mentioned he would do anything for his pet Joey, host Twinkle Khanna playfully inquired, “What about Lara?” Varun replied candidly, “To be honest, and I am not just saying this because we are on camera to sound cool, I don’t differentiate between both of them. I can’t. It’s the first time I have had a puppy, so the bond I have with him is on another level. I don’t think I can have it with another living being.”

He further shared how Joey’s arrival has profoundly influenced him as a person. “I personally changed a lot when I got Joey, my dog, my puppy. When I got him, I changed,” he stated.

This prompted a puzzled Twinkle to ask, “One second, you didn’t change when you had a baby, but you changed for the puppy?” To this, Alia chimed in, clarifying, “Joey came first!”

On Rajesh Khanna’s 83rd birth anniversary, veteran actor Jackie Shroff paid a heartfelt tribute to the late star by dedicating the iconic song “Chala Jata Hoon” from the 1972 classic “Mere Jeevan Saathi.”

Jackie shared a series of images of the actor, who is celebrated as the first Superstar of Hindi cinema, on his Instagram stories. Accompanying the visuals was the evocative track “Chala Jata Hoon.”

In his caption, Jackie expressed: “Always in our hearts… Remembering Rajesh Khanna ji on his birth anniversary.”

Rajesh Khanna made his acting debut in 1966 with Aakhri Khat, which marked India’s first official entry to the Academy Awards in 1967. He was affectionately known by various titles like “RK,” “Shehzada,” “King of Romance,” and “Pasha of Passion.”

Some of his most iconic films include Aradhana, Anand, Amar Prem, Kati Patang, Haathi Mere Saathi, Safar, Do Raaste, and Sachaa Jhutha. He captivated audiences with his romantic roles, expressive eyes, and a remarkable record of 17 consecutive hits during the late 1960s to early 1970s.

Rajesh Khanna married Dimple Kapadia in March 1973, just eight months before her debut film Bobby was released. The couple had two daughters, Twinkle Khanna and Rinkie Khanna.

In addition to his illustrious acting career, he also served as a Member of Parliament in the 10th Lok Sabha from the New Delhi Lok Sabha constituency between 1992 and 1996. He was elected in the 1992 New Delhi by-election as a candidate for the Indian National Congress.

Rajesh Khanna passed away on July 18, 2012, at his bungalow, Aashirwad, in Mumbai. His health had been declining since July 2011 due to a cancer diagnosis.

His final film was Riyasat, co-starring Gauri Kulkarni, Aryan Vaid, Aryeman Ramsay, and Raza Murad, which was released on July 18, 2014—two years after his death.

On a different note, Jackie Shroff will next be seen in Ahmed Khan’s upcoming comedy film titled “Welcome To The Jungle.” This film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Lara Dutta, Jacqueline Fernandez, Shreyas Talpade, Aftab Shivdasani, and many more.

Actress Tara Sutaria recently shared a glimpse of her cosy night out, posting pictures with her boyfriend Veer Pahariya and close friend Orry.

Tara took to Instagram to repost a candid selfie collage originally shared by Orry, featuring fun moments from their intimate gathering. In the first selfie, Orry can be seen posing with Veer, while another image captures Orry with Tara. She expressed her affection by adding a sweet note, “Aw my ❤️’s,” to her Instagram Stories.

On the film front, Tara was last seen in “Apurva,” which also stars Rajpal Yadav, Abhishek Banerjee, and Dhairya Karwa. Set in Chambal, the movie tells the story of an ordinary woman facing extraordinary circumstances, determined to survive at any cost.

Looking ahead, she will star in “Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups,” slated to hit theatres on March 19. This action-drama is directed by Geetu Mohandas and will be released in multiple languages including Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.

The film features a stellar cast, including Nayanthara, Kiara Advani, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, Akshay Oberoi, and Sudev Nair. Produced by Venkat K. Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, “Toxic” promises to light up the festive season with its nationwide and global release.

As for Veer, he made his acting debut in the aerial action film “Sky Force,” set for release in 2025. This film focuses on India’s first airstrike at the Sargodha airbase during the Indo-Pakistani air war of 1965 and includes a cast with Akshay Kumar, Sara Ali Khan, and Nimrat Kaur, directed by Abhishek Anil Kapur and Sandeep Kewlani.

Actress Saiee M Manjrekar is gearing up for a serene and meaningful New Year celebration as she prepares to return to Matheran, which she lovingly considers her second home.

For those unfamiliar, Matheran is a charming hill station near Mumbai, renowned for its pleasant climate and well-preserved colonial architecture. Notably, the location has banned motor vehicles, with many visitors opting for the scenic journey on the 1907 Neral–Matheran Toy Train.

Reflecting on her connection to Matheran, Saiee shared that this hill town has been a significant part of her life since childhood and has become increasingly personal to her over the years.

“This New Year, I find myself returning to Matheran with a few close friends, a place that has always felt like a second home. I’ve been coming here since childhood with my family and friends, and over time, it has quietly become a part of who I am,” she expressed.

With no cars and a slower pace of life, Matheran offers a unique charm.

Saiee fondly recalled the horse rides along misty trails, shaded forests, and serene viewpoints, describing these experiences as almost meditative.

“I still carry vivid memories of riding here with my parents and siblings, moments filled with laughter, togetherness, and a sense of freedom that only time and nature can provide. Horse riding through misty trails, shaded forests, and quiet viewpoints feels almost meditative, allowing memories to surface naturally.”

For Saiee, it’s the simple pleasures that define her time in Matheran. From enjoying vada pav at a long-time vendor to relishing gola on warm afternoons and Maggi at a local tapri, she values how these moments help her reconnect with her roots.

“After long rides, the simplest pleasures feel the most rewarding—vada pav from a vendor we’ve known for years, gola on warm afternoons, and Maggi at a small tapri. Away from five-star comforts, these moments reconnect me to my roots and remind me of how little one truly needs to feel content.”

Welcoming the New Year in Matheran, for Saiee, feels like a return to simplicity and authenticity, honoring the memories that continually shape her.

The 23-year-old actress made her film debut with a brief appearance as Kushi Damle in the Marathi film Kaksparsh in 2012. She later took on her first leading role as Khushi Chautala in the 2019 Hindi action-comedy Dabangg 3 opposite Salman Khan and featured in the music video for “Manjha” alongside Aayush Sharma in 2020.

She was next seen in Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay opposite Guru Randhawa, and most recently, in the Telugu action drama Arjun Son Of Vyjayanthi, directed by Pradeep Chilukuri. This film stars Nandamuri Kalyan Ram and Vijayashanti, alongside Saiee Manjrekar, Sohail Khan, Babloo Prithiveeraj, Srikanth, and R. Sarathkumar. It serves as a spiritual sequel to the 1990 film Karthavyam, with Vijayashanti reprising her role as Kalyan Ram’s mother.

Actor Adivi Sesh is set to welcome the New Year in an unconventional way, preparing to shoot the climax of his upcoming film “Dacoit” in the “middle of nowhere.”

Unique New Year Plans

Sesh shared that he will be filming a crucial sequence on a rocky mountain at a remote location, far from the hustle and bustle of city life. He expressed his excitement about this unique way to ring in 2026, stating, “I’ll be welcoming the New Year in a truly unique way – shooting the big climax sequence of Dacoit on a rocky mountain in the middle of nowhere.”

Natural Isolation

The actor looks forward to enjoying “clean air and great AQI.” He added, “With no cell phone signal and surrounded by complete pitch darkness, it’s a rare kind of isolation. But what we’ll have instead is clean air, great AQI, and the raw energy of nature – an unforgettable way to step into the New Year.”

Star-Studded Cast

“The Dacoit” also features Mrunal Thakur, along with director and actor Anurag Kashyap in a powerful role. The cast includes Prakash Raj, Sunil, Atul Kulkarni, Zayn Marie Khan, and Kamakshi Bhaskarla, among others.

Plot Overview

The film traces the journey of an angry convict determined to seek revenge on his ex-girlfriend, who betrayed him. As he crafts a perilous plan to trap her, the narrative evolves into an emotionally intense tale of love, betrayal, and vengeance.

Bilingual Production

Shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu, the story and screenplay have been collaboratively crafted by Adivi Sesh and Shaneil Deo. Currently in post-production, “Dacoit” is gearing up for a grand pan-India release.

Upcoming Projects

In addition to this film, Sesh will also appear in “G2,” an upcoming Telugu-language action spy thriller directed by Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi in his directorial debut. This film is a sequel to “Goodachari,” with Sesh reprising his role. The cast also includes Emraan Hashmi, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Madhu Shalini.

Actor Ahan Shetty celebrated his 30th birthday surrounded by close friends and family, embracing this milestone with warmth and gratitude. Reflecting on the occasion, he expressed that an exciting new chapter is about to begin.

Ahan shared delightful moments from his birthday celebrations on Instagram, posting a series of images and videos that captured the essence of the day.

In a heartfelt note, he shared his appreciation for the love, wishes, and ongoing support that truly made the day memorable. He wrote: “A brand new decade surrounded by the people who mean so much to me, I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better way to step into my 30s.” He continued, “Feeling incredibly grateful for the love, the wishes, and the constant support. Thank you to everyone who made this day so special. A big year coming up for me and an exciting chapter ahead.”

Son of Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty, Ahan made his acting debut in 2021 with Milan Luthria’s romantic action drama film Tadap, where he co-starred with Tara Sutaria. This film was a remake of the hit Telugu action film RX 100.

He is now gearing up for his next project, Border 2. Directed by Anurag Singh, this film boasts a stellar ensemble cast featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Medha Rana, Mona Singh, and Sonam Bajwa.

In Border 2, Ahan Shetty, who is also the brother of Athiya Shetty, will portray the role of a Navy officer. The first-look poster released by the makers shows him amid a war zone, with bloodstains on his face and a determined expression. Armed with a tank gun, he appears ready for battle.

Produced by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, the film is set to hit theatres on 23 January 2026.