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Social media users have expressed their anger towards an advertisement for an atta and bread maker by KENT RO Systems for showing house helps in a bad light. The ad features actress Hema Malini and Esha Deol. Hema Malini is a longtime ambassador of the company and has issued a clarification on the same. The ad reads: “Are you allowing your maid to knead atta dough by hand?" Referring to the novel coronavirus pandemic, the ad further reads, "Her hands may be infected. Choose KENT Atta & Bread Maker for hands-free kneading of dough. Let automation take care of hygiene this time!" The ad comes at a time when the country is dealing with the novel coronavirus and has raised several issues on the grounds of discrimination. After the backlash, Hema Malini took to her twitter handle to issue a clarification on the matter. Views expressed by the recent advertisement of Kent Atta by @KentROSystems do not resonate with my values and are inappropriate, The Chairman has alrea

Coronavirus has taken a massive toll on the lower middle class people in India, especially those that survive on a daily wage. People have been walking miles across the states to make sure that they reach home to their families and during this, a lot of those have also lost their lives. Mumbai is one of the most crowded cities of the country and also is home to Asia’s biggest slum, Dharavi. Even though the cases in Dharavi have been doubling 19 days apart as opposed to the records that showed a two days’ gap, three weeks ago, it’s still a hot-spot for Coronavirus. To help the people living in Dharavi, Ajay Devgn and his team have made it a point to help provide hygiene kits and daily ration. So far, they have helped 700 families and Ajay has urged his fans and followers to come forward and donate to this cause. He took to his Twitter to share the details and said, “Dharavi is at the epicentre of the Covid19 outbreak.Many citizens supported by MCGM are working tirelessly on ground thr

On World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the ethereally gorgeous Manushi Chhillar will be promoting the need to educate girls with all information on maintaining hygiene, constructing adequate sanitation facilities, and providing quick access to feminine hygiene products. The former Miss World has been roped in by UNICEF to spread this awareness because she runs her own initiative on menstrual hygiene called Project Shakti that works tirelessly across several states of India. Manushi, who is participating in the UNICEF global initiative called the Red Dot Challenge – a symbol adopted by the world body to depict menstrual cycle, says, “Menstruation is still a taboo and we will have to work hard towards ensuring that every girl, every woman in every corner of our country is safe.”   View this post on Instagram   Every young girl has the right to accurate information about her body. Without the right information, girls often don’t know how to safely manage their

Raveena Tandon is leaving no stone unturned to do her bit for the world in these challenging times of COVID - 19. The actress has been involved with various campaigns to help the underprivileged in society and continues to send out positive messages on her social media handle. In the past, Raveena has hosted a virtual music concert to pay tribute to frontline workers battling the coronavirus. Presented by Lions International, a leading service organization, the same encouraged individuals to contribute to the PM-Cares Fund. Interestingly, since May 28th marks 'World Hunger Day', Tandon has joined hands for a special initiative called 'Know Hunger' which will help feed millions of children and their families across India with The Akshaya Patra Foundation. Several underprivileged kids continue to battle hunger and inadequate nutrition caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and in such times we have Raveena Tandon showing her solid support by becoming a part of this special dig

Devoleena Bhattacharjee, who was last seen in Bigg Boss 13, has donated to Assam Relief Fund and took to Twitter to announce the same. Assam along with some other north-eastern areas have been hit with Cyclone Amphan, leading to massive storms and floods in the area. The actress hails from Assam and has stepped up to help out her people. She has donated Rs. 73,000 to the relief fund and is hoping that other will also step forward to help those affected by the cyclone. Even though a lot of people were evacuated before the cylcone hit, the aftermath has been devastating. Take a look at the tweet that mentioned about her contribution to the cause. ❤️???????? https://t.co/ajgtsROP8B — Devoleena Bhattacharjee (@Devoleena_23) May 26, 2020 Also Read: Devoleena Bhattacharjee says this is the fourth time in the last five months that she is quarantined from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/2yFCd3V

Shreyas Talpade’s first role was that of Sita for a school play on Ramayana. The next year he played Draupadi in the school version of the Mahabharat. This was perhaps the first sign of how versatile Shreyas Talpade would be in later years. From school plays to street plays to monologues and mimes - Shreyas wanted to learn and be a part of everything. "From 1990 till 2005 I did close to 2500 shows of different productions on the professional stage. Hindi, Marathi, English, Urdu - such was my love for the stage that I didn't want to miss a single chance to be under the arc lights. Whatever I am today is because of theatre, it grooms you and betters your craft like no other medium. Whatever little appreciation I get in my films today is all because of the theatre," reminisces Talpade. From theatre, the actor made the switch to television, and later films. But in the midst of all his other work commitments, Shreyas was inspired to return to the stage - with Zee Theatre'

Filmmaker Milap Zaveri was looking forward to the shooting of  Satyameva Jayate 2 with John Abraham and Divya Khosla Kumar from April 10, 2020. Amid nationwide lockdown due to the outbreak of coronavirus, the shoots have been halted in the country. But, the filmmaker is glad that the shooting didn’t begin since halting it midway would have led to higher losses. Speaking to a daily, Milap Zaveri revealed neither did they require too many sets nor did they have to move out of Maharashtra. The shooting would have spanned over 90 days and was supposed to be filmed at real locations. He has been in touch with producers Bhushan Kumar, Nikkhil Advani, Monisha Advani, and Madhu Bhojwani via video calls. The filmmaker has also gone back to tweaking the script, adding more punch lines, and discussing action scenes with the stunt directors Anbu and Arivu. Milap further revealed John Abraham is almost like a superhero in Satyameva Jayate 2 . The actor said that he will do things like he has ne

Is Salman Khan now looking at releasing his Eid 2020 release Radhe: India’s Most Wanted Bhai for Christmas, the slot that is traditionally reserved for Aamir Khan? Aamir’s Christmas release Laal Singh Chaddha is unlikely to be ready on time, considering the Corona crisis. It is quite likely that Salman may take over the Christmas slot with his delayed Eid release. Eid nahin, Christmas hi sahi. Tyohar toh tyohar hi hai, kyon bhai? Sources say Salman and his director Prabhu Dheva have about 10 days of shooting pending for Radhe . “After the lockdown, the shooting will be completed. In the meanwhile the post-production is going on,” informs a source. Also Read:  BREAKING: Salman Khan’s Eid 2020 release Radhe: India’s Most Wanted Cop to go on floors on November 4! from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/2M4OG43

Since his last stint as Superman in Justice League , fans have been eagerly waiting for an update on the next Superman movie starring Henry Cavill. Though there is no confirmation on the next slate of films starring the actor, it seems like he might return as Clark Kent / Superman in the upcoming DC Comics movie. Deadline reported that the actor might return either in a cameo role in any of the upcoming films or there could be a full-fledged movie in the making. "We hear Cavill could come back in a couple of different ways, not a standalone film, but there are plans to put him back in the big red cape again sources with knowledge tell us. Warner Bros. is not developing a  Man of Steel  sequel, and  Wonder Woman 1984, Suicide Squad  are in the can, and Superman isn’t expected to make a cameo in Matt Reeves’  The Batman.  Other projects where Cavill could make a cameo are  Shazam 2,  Dwayne Johnson’s  Black Adam  or  Aquaman 2,  which are the next productions to be prepped once CO

Actor Sonu Sood has been organizing transport services to send the helpless, underprivileged migrants home. The actor has already organised multiple bus services for migrant labourers to send them home and help them unite with their families in this difficult hour of coronavirus. Sonu has sent more than 12,000 migrants to their houses in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Wednesday praised Sonu Sood's efforts to help the labourers. "Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari called up actor, filmstar @SonuSood and complimented him for his dedicated work in facilitating the safe transportation of migrant people from various states to their home states," tweeted the Governor of Maharashtra. Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari called up actor, filmstar @SonuSood and complimented him for his dedicated work in facilitating the safe transportation of migrant people from various states to their home states. — Governor of Maharashtra (@maha_governor) M

Versatile actress Vidya Balan created quite a stir recently when she dropped the intriguing first look poster of her debut short film, Natkhat . The hard-hitting film, which addresses patriarchy and toxic masculinity, while dealing with several issues such as gender inequality, rape culture, domestic violence etc., has now been selected by the Mumbai Film Festival to be world premiered at the one-of-a-kind, We Are One: A Global Film Festival on June 2, 2020. Produced and organized by New York’s Tribeca Enterprises, this 10-day digital film festival will be hosted on YouTube and will encompass programming from 20 festivals, including Mumbai Film Festival, Berlin, Cannes, Venice, Sundance, Toronto, New York, BFI London, Karlovy Vary, Locarno, and more. While Vidya is also acting in the film, Natkhat marks her debut as a producer. Speaking about Natkhat's world premiere on such a prestigious platform, Vidya said, “Due to this unimaginable and mind-numbing COVID-19 crisis, while fi

Actor Kiran Kumar who was diagnosed with COVID-19 on May 14 had recovered and tested negative for the third time. The actor was asymptomatic and was under home quarantine after he tested positive.  Talking to a news agency Kiran Kumar revealed that his family is under isolation as a precautionary measure. The actor went to the hospital on May 14 for a medical check-up where the COVID-19 test was mandatory. He said that he tested positive even though he had no symptoms before the test or even after getting tested. He said that his family lives on the second floor of the building and he has quarantined himself on the third floor. Kiran Kumar has featured in films like Dhadkan, Mujhse Dosti Karogi, Bobby Jasoos among several others.   ALSO READ:  Two members of Karan Johar’s household staff test positive for COVID-19; filmmaker’s family members and other staff tests negative from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hung

Shah Rukh Khan and his team have been supporting those impacted during this lockdown due to coronavirus outbreak. Now, his Indian Premier League cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders along with Meer Foundation have announced several initiatives to support the ongoing efforts of the Government to battle the aftermath of Amphan. West Bengal Chief Minister’s Relief Fund : Kolkata Knight Riders has committed to contributing to the fund. KKR Sahayata Vahan: The cyclone has left many homeless and devoid of basic necessities, The KKR Sahayata Vahan initiative will cater to multiple locations across West Bengal and help distribute essential kits to people affected especially in satellite towns/districts Tree Plantation: The KKR Plant A 6 Campaign, under the leadership of Juhi Chawla Mehta, has worked relentlessly over the years in planting trees in Kolkata. KKR pledges to plant and replenish the 5000 trees that were lost in the cyclone over a period of time. Announcing these initiatives V

Actor Zoa Morani, who recovered from Covid-19 over a month back, recently donated her plasma for the second time, to medically aid the treatment of other patients. She took to Twitter to share a photo of herself lying on the hospital bed, and shared how her first round of plasma donation helped a patient come out of ICU. "Plasma donation round 2 ! Last time it helped get a patient out of ICU , Note from my Doctor “hoping all recovered covid patients come out and donate their blood , u may be able to help someone," she wrote. Plasma donation round 2 ! Last time it helped get a patient out of ICU , Note from my Doctor “hoping all recovered covid patients come out and donate their blood , u may be able to help someone” #NairHospital #IndiaFightsCorona #plasmatherapy pic.twitter.com/GDoJ1n25te — Zoa Morani (@zoamorani) May 26, 2020 Zoa, her sister Shaza and father, producer Karim Morani, had tested positive for Covid-19 in April, back to back in a matter of few days.

Vidya Balan has unveiled the first look of her debut short film Natkhat , which she has co-produced along with Ronnie Screwvala. The film is directed by Shaan Vyas. In the poster shared by Vidya Balan on social media, the actress can be seen deep in thought as she massages a child's head. The first look shows Vidya dressed as a village woman. "Ek kahaani sunoge...?" Presenting the first look of my first short film both as actor and producer .#Natkhat," she wrote on Twitter. “Ek kahaani sunoge...?" Presenting the first look of my first short film both as actor and producer . #Natkhat @RSVPMovies @RonnieScrewvala @FontOfThinking @SanayaIZohrabi @mesopystic pic.twitter.com/tLoiuA7PkG — vidya balan (@vidya_balan) May 26, 2020 Natkhat talks about the importance of consent in relationships. With Vidya Balan in the lead, the film revolves around a mother who inculcates the ideas of gender equality and respect for women, in her son from a tender age. Vid

Actor Akshay Kumar is doing everything to help those who have been impacted amid nationwide lockdown due to coronavirus outbreak. With the film and TV shootings being halted since March, the daily wage workers and many industry members are facing financial crisis with no jobs in hand. Akshay Kumar has donated Rs. 45 lakhs to Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) amid this grave crisis. Akshay Kumar has already been working towards helping those in need. He donated Rs. 25 crores to PM Cares Fund followed by donation to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. He also donated Rs. 2 crores to Mumbai Police, and Rs. 3 crores to BrihanMumbai Municipal Cooperation for the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), masks and rapid testing kits, in the fight against the pandemic. He also donated 1,000 smartwatches to Mumbai Police and 500 wristbands to the Nashik police after positive cases increased drastically. Akshay Kumar has been continuously urging the citizens of India to stay indoors in

Reports that the next instalment of the Fukrey franchise will incorporate plot points pertaining to the coronavirus have been effectually shut down by director Mrighdeep Lamba who denies having ever made any such statement. Says Lamba, “It is not true at all. This is hardly an issue that can be slipped into a plot as an afterthought. This is a misreport.” Lamba, who is currently writing Fukrey 3 , says the incorporation of the coronavirus in this film is out of the question. “This story has nothing to do with Covid 19. Even I was surprised when I read that I was incorporating the virus in my film when infact I said we won’t incorporate such a grim and sensitive issue forcibly into Fukrey 3 .” However, he doesn’t rule out making a fresh independent film based on the virus. “If I get a good idea for a film on the coronovirus, I will do it. But, I repeat Fukrey 3 has nothing to do with the virus.” Also Read:  Fukrey 3 makers plan to incorporate COVID-19 situation in the film  fr

In one of the most tragic news, TV actress Preksha Mehta reportedly committed suicide at the age of 25. The actress had starred in TV shows like Crime Patrol, Laal Ishq, and Meri Durga. As per reports, the actress was suffering from depression. Preksha Mehta’s found her body hanging from the ceiling fan on May 26, 2020. Her body has been sent for post-mortem. She even left behind a suicide note citing disappointments faced in her career and relationships. On May 25, she had left a cryptic message on her Instagram story that read, "Sabse bura hota hai, sapnon ka mar jaana (The death of the dreams is the worst).” "During our initial investigation, we believe that she was suffering from depression. We are carrying out a detailed investigation in this case," police told PTI. Preksha Mehta had recently gone back to her hometown in Indore amid the nationwide lockdown imposed due to coronavirus outbreak. This is the second incident that has come into limelight amid lockdo

Music composer Pritam Chakraborty lost his father Prabodh Chakraborty on May 24 after his two year battle with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. His father was in the hospital for the past three months. Pritam, his mother and sister were there with him until his last breath. His last rites were performed in Amboli, Mumbai. Amid the lockdown, the religious formalities were performed in the presence of immediate family members. On the work front, Pritam Chakraborty's next work includes Kabir Khan's 83, Ayan Mukerji's Brahmastra, and Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha . from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/2B2ZsFL

Apart from being at the forefront of public awareness for Doctors, Essential workers and the Centre and State Governments for India, superstar Mr Amitabh Bachchan has instructed his office to undertake and commence activities on his behalf to help the underprivileged at this difficult time. Managing Director of AB Corp Ltd, Mr Rajesh Yadav is spearheading commendable work for the needy on behalf of Mr Bachchan. He with the help of Haji Ali Trust and Pir Makhdum Saheb Trust started with the distribution of 4500 packets of cooked food on a daily basis since 28th March 2020 to till date on the various locations in Mumbai as stated hereunder - Haji Ali dargah Kolsa bunder/reti bunder Arab Galli Antop hill Garib Nawaz Nagar Babulnath Mandir Worli lotus Mahim dargah Dharavi Sion 90 feet road Nargis Dutt Nagar Bandra Nehru Nagar Juhu etc They have also distributed about 10,000 ration packets of dry ration to 10,000 families which would suffice each family ration requirement for