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Priyanka Chopra is ready to swing into 2022 as she stuns in satin dress in her Los Angeles home

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Actress Priyanka Chopra has shared a glimpse of her New Year's attitude as she prepares to usher in the year 2022. Priyanka shared a photo of herself smiling on a swing on Instagram. The photo also shows a glimpse of her Los Angeles home's breathtaking beauty. Priyanka Chopra wore a peach pink satin dress with matching sandals, loose waves, and sunglasses in the photo. She can be seen enjoying some swing time in her home's backyard space. “Ready to swing into 2022 (peace emoji),” Priyanka captioned the shot.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Last week, Priyanka and Nick Jonas celebrated Christmas in Los Angeles, with the singer sharing a glimpse of their celebrations. Nick posted a photo of Priyanka sitting on his lap while he kissed her cheek. They're surrounded by their pets, and the scene is set against a massive Christmas tree with gifts. Meanwhile, Priyanka Chopra is presently s

Anushka Sharm to kick off two theatrical releases and one OTT project

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Anushka Sharma’s return to the movies has been hugely speculated and anticipated by her fans and industry alike and we can now confirm that Anushka is set to sign about three premium projects! It looks like two of them will be theatrical projects and she will also be seen in one hugely mounted OTT original film that is set to be the biggest movie ever shot for the digital platform in India! “Anushka Sharma returning to the movies is the best thing happening to our film industry in 2022. She is expected to be mostly seen in three big projects, two of them being big screen entertainers, while one is a massively mounted OTT project. The scale with which this project is being conceptualized easily makes it the biggest film to be produced for the digital space in India! We can expect these announcements to start early next year and Anushka’s fans will rejoice at the range and the clutter-breaking projects that she will choose to entertain them with,” informs a trade source. “Anushka’s gl

Ranvir Shorey reveals he was hounded out of his hotel room after he tweeted about his son testing positive for COVID-19

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Actor Ranvir Shorey recently shared that his 10-year-old son Haroon tested positive for COVID-19. Post that, the actor shared a couple of follow-up tweets and revealed that they were hounded out of their hotel room in which they were quarantined. He said that it happened after he tweeted about his son's diagnosis. Earlier this week, in a tweet Ranvir shared that his son had tested positive during a routine test for their flight back to Mumbai from Goa. In another tweet, Ranvir wrote, "As a result of my SM post, meant for the common good, we were almost hounded out of our hotel room, where we were quarantined, due to other guests pressurising the hotel about us staying here. Society’s capacity for unscientific discrimination has been on full display." As a result of my SM post, meant for the common good, we were almost hounded out of our hotel room, where we were quarantining, due to other guests pressurising the hotel about us staying here. Society’s capacity for uns

Big Hit Music denies dating rumours of BTS' RM being in a relationship since 2019; agency plans to take legal action 

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South Korean juggernaut BTS' label Big Hit Music is once again shutting down rumours surrounding another member. The agency has denied dating rumours surrounding the group's leader RM. It was being claimed that he has been in a relationship since 2019. Now, the agency is planning to take legal action. According to Korean tabloid SpoTV News, Big Hit Music said in a statement on December 31, “The dating rumors involving RM are not true.” The company plans to take legal action against those spreading misinformation, malicious rumours, insults & sexual harassment towards BTS. A YouTube channel had posted a video on December 30 claiming to show evidence that BTS' RM is dating a wealthy woman of the same age since 2019 and that they met each other through a shared interest in art. In particular, it is being reported that this is the same YouTuber who previously spread rumours about members Jimin, V, and Jungkook. For V and Jungkook, the agency released statements denying

Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani’s Shershaah broke the clutter in 2021 by becoming most-watched film on Amazon Prime Video

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The war drama Shershaah, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani in the lead roles, easily became a fan favourite earlier this year when it was directly released on Amazon Prime Video in September 2021. Amid the pandemic and with cinemas still closed in the country in many states at the time, Dharma Productions took the call for direct-to-digital release and the audiences were thrilled to witness the story of Captain Vikram Batra. The film intricately showcased the inspiring life and valorous charm of PVC Captain Vikram Batra, who was martyred while fighting for his nation in the treacherous terrains of Kargil. According to Amazon Prime Video, Shershaah was, at the time, watched in over 4100 Indian towns and cities as well as in 210 countries and territories around the world. It also became the most popular Hindi film with a rating of 8.9 on IMDb. The film did tremendously well on the digital platform and was appreciated for its storyline. The war drama was also the audiences’

Karan Johar reacts to Shilpa Shetty’s recreation Shah Rukh Khan's classic helicopter scene from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, watch video

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Actress Shilpa Shetty recreated the iconic helicopter scene from Shah Rukh Khan's Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (K3G). Shilpa Shetty took to Instagram Reels on Thursday to share a video clip upon her return to Mumbai from a vacation in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Shilpa Shetty was seen stepping out of a black chopper in slow motion in the footage. It's identical to how Shah Rukh Khan did in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham when he jumped from his black chopper. Shilpa began running and then briskly walked as the video came to a close, with the K3G theme music playing in the background. Shilpa too sported a black ensemble similar to Shah Rukh Khan’s in the film. Shilpa captioned the video she shared, "That feeling of coming back home… unmatched! We all have a little bit of K3G in all of us.” She also mentioned filmmaker Karan Johar, who reacted with emojis.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty)

Karan Johar urges Delhi government to reopen theatres, says 'cinemas are safe'

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Bollywood director and producer Karan Johar, on Thursday, urged the Delhi government to allow cinemas to reopen after the yellow alert was announced in the state. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced strict restrictions in the city in view of the rising COVID-19 cases and a surge in the Omicron variant in the city. CM Kejriwal announced that spas, gyms, and cinema halls, that were earlier operating at 50 percent capacity, will be shut down. This announcement has come after the national capital witnessed a test positivity rate of more than 0.5% from the past two days. Karan Johar urged the government to permit the functioning of theatres in his Twitter post that read, "We urge the Delhi Government to allow cinemas to operate. Cinemas are equipped with better ability to ensure a hygienic environment while maintaining social distancing norms as compared to other out-of-home settings." We urge the Delhi Government to allow cinemas to operate. Cinemas are

Taapsee Pannu on her plans for marriage, “I am in no hurry to get married”

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Taapsee Pannu who had a fabulous year with her twin towering achievements— Haseen Dillruba and Rashmi Rocket , has no immediate plans of tying the knot with her boyfriend former badminton player Mathias Boe. When I ask her about marriage in 2022, she retorts, “Just because weddings are the flavour of the season? No no. Not really. I have no immediate wedding plans. I have quite a few assignments on hand. I don’t want to do a rush-rush wedding.” Taapsee, one of the busiest actors in India wants to get married when she has the time. “Whenever I get married it will happen in a relaxed atmosphere. I am in no hurry to get married. Nothing much will change after marriage so I am not feeling any great need to take the plunge right now.” She hopes for a more organized 2022 than 2021. “Because of the lockdown the last two years have been a little crushed and cluttered for me. I have been literally running in and out of sets trying to find time for myself and my family. This has taken a tol

Another complaint filed against Kangana Ranaut for her 'Bheek' remark on Independence of India

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The troubles for Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut (Kangana Ranaut) appear to be rising. The actress' 'Independence Bheek Remark' has sparked a firestorm of controversy. She has been the subject of yet another complaint. Kangana Ranaut recently stated that India's 1947 independence was obtained by handouts. In 2014, India achieved true independence. Her statement caused a stir, and she was criticised. A complaint has been filed against Kangana Ranaut for allegedly making an outrageous statement by Bharat Singh (Mumbai Congress General Secretary) on December 28. Advocates Ashish Rai and Ankit Upadhyay filed the case at the Vile Parle Police Station. According to the reports, Kangana Ranaut's careless statement was broadcasted worldwide via interviews. The complaint cites that the national dignity and honour of Indian citizens, great former freedom warriors, heroes, and former leaders have been harmed by this statement. It's been called unconstitutional and agai

Jay Park steps down as CEO of H1GHR Music and AOMG - "I will remain as an advisor for both labels"

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Musician Jay Park has announced that he is stepping down as the CEO of his two music labels - H1GHR Music and AOMG. The announcement was made on Friday on his social media handles.   In a statement released on December 31, 2021, Jay Park said, "After a lot of thought and taking time to organize my emotions I’ve decided to step down as the CEO of AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC. I know this may be shocking to a lot of people but I will remain as an advisor for both labels and we will continue to be a family and a crew. I want to thank all the fans that have trusted in me and supported me in all my endeavors and I hope you guys continue to support Aomg, H1ghr Music, and I and all the things we do for many years to come." "As for all the Artists and employees at AOMG and H1ghr music, I want to sincerely thank you guys for entrusting your futures at these two labels that I’ve founded and it’s really an honor to build this together and to continue to make history side by side. I don

Court rules Jung Hae In and BLACKPINK's Jisoo starrer Snowdrop can continue be on air after civic group files case for history distortion

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The Seoul Western District Court has ruled in favor of Jung Hae In and Jisoo starrer JTBC drama Snowdrop in a case brought by a civic group. Since its premiere earlier this month, Snowdrop has been caught up in allegations of problematic historical distortion, with over 300,000 citizens signing a national Blue House petition requesting that the drama be taken off-air. Amidst the ongoing controversy, a civic group called Declaration of Global Citizens in Korea also filed for an injunction against JTBC on December 22 to stop airing the drama. As reported by Korean tabloid Soompi, while the Blue House has not yet responded to the national petition (which it is required to do once a petition surpasses the minimum of 200,000 signatures), the Seoul Western District Court dismissed the Declaration of Global Citizens in Korea’s request for an injunction on December 29. The court explained its decision by stating, “Even if Snowdrop  is based on a distortion of history, the probability that

"It's been a wonderful year for me as an artiste," says Vaani Kapoor

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Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor has delivered her career-best performance in the film Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui. In the film, she has sensitively played the role of a transgender woman on screen. Her acting has received unanimous love and appreciation from media and audiences alike and she is thrilled to have had a huge year in cinema. Vaani says, “It's been a wonderful year for me as an artist. Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui gave me the love and appreciation of the audience which has just elated my heart. And what a great high to finish 2021 on. I am truly looking forward to my journey ahead in this world of cinema that I now call home.” Meanwhile, Vaani will be seen next opposite superstar Ranbir Kapoor in YRF’s Shamshera that is set to release on March 18, 2022. She says, “With Shamshera set to release, I am very excited to bring another side of my acting forward for the audiences. Being a part of Shamshera was no short of a dream team too. Working with a director like Karan Mal

"I am blessed that makers, producers and my fans didn’t give up on me"- Parineeti Chopra

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For Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra, 2021 was a remarkable year as she reminded people that when it comes to risk-taking, cliche-shattering projects, she does not hesitate one bit. Parineeti, who had established herself as a stereotype-breaking leading lady having started her career with films like Ishaqzaade , Hasee Toh Phasee, etc, showed the audiences her wide range of acting skills through acclaimed films like Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar, The Girl on the Train, and Saina this year. Parineeti says, "It’s a year filled with gratitude for me. 2021 was the year I had been waiting for, having taken the biggest plunge of my career in the forms of Sandeep Aur Pinky Faraar, The Girl on the Train, and Saina and thankfully, each one of them paid off. 2021 made me realise that audiences expect me to be clutter-breaking and I couldn’t agree with them more; I am more thankful to them for showering me with all the love for my performances." She adds, "It’s been a year that

Taapsee Pannu's Haseen Dillruba beats Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi to become most-watched film on Netflix in 2021

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Vinil Mathew brought an unconventional romantic thriller alive on screen with Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey starrer Haseen Dillruba . The whodunit drama brilliantly blended a progressive love story with Hindi pulp fiction. While stitching various genres together, the celebrated filmmaker created quite a stir with his project.  Haseen Dillruba broke several records on the OTT platform when it was released. And now, the film has garnered another acclaim to its credit. According to the latest survey, Vinil Mathew's venture is the most-watched film on Netflix! Haseen Dillruba minted more than 24.63 Million views between July to December, followed by Akshay Kumar's  Sooryavanshi which reportedly got 22.34 million , Kriti Sanon's Mimi with 21.81 million views, and Kartik Aaryan's  Dhamaka with 11.37 million views. While sharing the excitement, Vinil Mathew said, "As a filmmaker, Haseen Dillruba was a challenging drama because it played with many nuances. I a

BTS' V aka Kim Taehyung turns 26 – his baritone voice, charming visuals and personality make him unique

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South Korean juggernaut BTS’ singer-songwriter V, real name Kim Taehyung , is one of the most adorable and extraordinary artists. Born on December 30, 1995, in the Seo District of Daegu, South Korea, besides being successful world recognized artist, is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Advertising and Media at Hanyang Cyber University, thus, inspiring fans not only with his work but personally as well. Besides enriched artistry, V, along with rest of the BTS members, is often described at South Korea’s pride and living treasure. He became one of the youngest recipients of the prestigious fifth-class Hwagwan Order of Cultural Merit medal, awarded to him by the President of South Korea along with the other members of BTS for their role in the spread of culture. In July this year, V, was appointed Special Presidential Envoy for Future Generations and Culture by South Korean President Moon Jae-in, along with the other members of BTS, to help "lead the global

Taylor Swift urges judge to reconsider decision of sending 'Shake It Off' lawsuit to trial

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Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and her attorneys are trying to dodge the copyright lawsuit over her 2014 hit ‘ Shake It Off .’ After a federal judge ruled that a copyright infringement case against the singer would go to trial, Swift's lawyers are again asking him to dismiss the case in a new motion, requesting that U.S. District Judge Michael W. Fitzgerald reconsider his decision. According to Entertainment Weekly, the lawsuit alleges that Taylor Swift copied lyrics from the 2000 song ‘ Playas Gon' Play’ , recorded by the girl group 3LW. In court documents filed December 23, Swift's attorneys argue that allowing the case to proceed would represent an "unprecedented" decision, noting that the judge's order "does something that, as far [as] Defendants are aware, no other court has done, namely finding a potentially valid infringement claim in the use of two short public domain phrases along with allegedly similar ideas and concepts. Defendants respectful

Anushka Sharma cheers for husband Virat Kohli along with daughter Vamika

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Cricketer Virat Kohli is currently in South Africa where he is playing Test and ODI matches for India. The cricketer has been accompanied by his wife Anushka Sharma and his little daughter Vamika. Seems like his family's company has proved to be beneficial for Virat. Recently, a photo of Anushka and baby Vamika cheering for Virat has gone viral on the internet. The photo is from the stadium where Anushka can be seen wearing a black dress. On the other hand, Vamika, who is perched on her mommy’s lap has a cute two ponytail hairstyle and is wearing a white frock. While the baby’s face is covered with a red heart emoji as the couple has requested privacy for their daughter.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Virushka Empire (@virushka_empire) Meanwhile, on the work front, Anushka Sharma was last seen in the 2018 film, Zero . The actress is yet to announce her next acting project. While her next production Qala will mark Irrfa

Gong Yoo and Kim Tae Ri in talks star in the upcoming drama The Devil, penned by Kingdom series writer Kim Eun Hee

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Following his return to drama format after several years, South Korean superstar Gong Yoo is in talks for another project. He is currently in conversations for the upcoming drama The Devil for which actress Kim Tae Ri is also in discussions. The series will be penned by Kim Eun Hee, the writer behind series like Signal, Netflix's Kin g dom, and recently wrapped Jirisan. According to Korean tabloid Soompi, a source from Gong Yoo's agency Management SOOP clarified, “It’s true that he received an offer [to star in] The Devil . It’s one of the projects he’s reviewing.” Kim Tae Ri's Management mmm commented, [ The Devil ] is one of the projects she got offers for. Nothing has been decided yet.” Meanwhile, Gong Yoo recently starred in the Netflix space drama The Silent Sea which was released on the platform on December 24, 2021. Kim Tae Ri is currently working on her new drama Twenty-Five Twenty-One which is set to premiere on February 12, 2022. ALSO READ: “I chose to be

Arjun Kapoor wishes sister Anshula Kapoor on her birthday; grooves with her on Badshah's song 'Jugnu'

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Arjun Kapoor took to Instagram to wish his baby sister Anshula Kapoor a happy birthday. The actor posted a video where he can be seen vibing with Anshula to the melodies of the 'Jugnu' song by Badshah. The brother-sister duo matched their outfits with a light olive green shirt over a t-shirt and denim. Arjun captioned the post, "Remain kind, be the best version of yourself everyday, Stay happy, always smile & remember Mom & I got your back no matter what... Happy Birthday @anshulakapoor May you get all that you want & deserve this year love you."   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Arjun Kapoor (@arjunkapoor) Also, Papa Boney Kapoor who recently joined Instagram wished daughter Anshula on her big day. Sharing a sweet picture with her, Boney wrote, "Happy birthday my wonder child, my pretty baby my genius bachha ????????????".   View this post on Instagram

Dior postpones Travis Scott collaboration; Nike and Anheuser-Busch cut ties following Astroworld tragedy

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Dior has decided to postpone its fashion collaboration with ' Sicko Mode' rapper Travis Scott's Cactus Jack label following the tragic events at the rapper's Astroworld music festival in November. "Out of respect for everyone affected by the tragic events at Astroworld, Dior has decided to postpone indefinitely the launch of products from the Cactus Jack collaboration originally intended to be included in its summer 2022 collection," Dior said in a statement to Women's Wear Daily. As per People tablpid, it was stated that the decision was mutually made by both Dior and Travis Scott to postpone the upcoming collection due in January 2022 with both parties working to reschedule the launch at a later date. The rapper, 30, teamed up with Dior's creative director Kim Jones on the men's Spring/Summer 2022 collection, entitled Cactus Jack Dior (named after Scott's record label, Cactus Jack Records). The collaboration was set to debut in January 20