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Kartik Aaryan opts out of Vasan Bala's Phantom

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Few weeks ago, Kartik Aaryan had put out a post almost announcing his next project. His post made fans excited as he said he was prepping for something super big. The project happened to be Vasan Bala's next superhero venture. The sci-fi venture titled Phantom was to be based on the comic superhero character of the same name. While Kartik had verbally agreed to be part of the big budget film, now we hear that he's walked out of that project completely. A source informed Bollywood Hungama , "There were a few things that Kartik didn't agree with. Vasan Bala has his own style of filmmaking and his films are quirky but not commercial. Kartik and he had disagreement in the way they were planning to mount the sci-fi biggie. Kartik was of the opinion that a superhero film, this being his first, had to be made on a huge budget and presented in a more commercial actioner space. But Vasan's idea was to underline it with dark humour and that made it a more niche film."

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Anupamaa’s shoots shifted to Gujarat amid the pandemic

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Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Anupamaa are two of the most-watched shows of the Indian television. With a massive viewership, both the shows were dearly missed during the lockdown last year. As the number of cases have been on an all-time rise due to the second wave, a lot of Indian television show’s shoots have been moved to other states including Goa and Gujarat as Maharashtra faces a lockdown due to the pandemic. Rajan Shahi, the producer of both the shows will make sure that the shoots go smoothly and the scripts will also see a change as per the location. As for Anupamaa, the family will be seen leaving for a destination engagement and despite the turmoil in their lives, Anupamaa will be seen putting up a happy face. A slightly similar scenario will be seen in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. The show will witness Goenka family leaving for Kartik and Sirat’s engagement that will eventually be gate crashed by Ranveer. With a change of location, the actors will be taking care of the

Esha Gupta goes off social media; says her team will continue to share verified information about COVID resources

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After Warina Hussain and Fatima Sana Shaikh, now actress Esha Gupta has decided to go off social media. While she will be keeping her distance from social media, her team will continue to operate the page to share necessary Covid resources that can be shared with the public on her page. “We are in this together. Seeing the situation in our country my family and I have contributed beds and essentials. Everyday seeing what our country is going through is just painful. I wish everyone who reads this a healthy life and pray for your families’ safety. Going off social media, but please continue sharing verified information so my team can share with all of you. Please take care and be grateful and kind towards one another,” wrote Esha announcing her departure from social media. Earlier this week, Fatima Sana Shaikh also announced that she will be taking a break from social media. “Taking a break from social media. Stay safe guys,” she wrote without giving a reason. Recently, Hina Khan, A

To All The Boys star Lana Condor and Riverdale's Cole Sprouse to star in sci-fi romantic comedy Moonshot set for HBO Max 

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To All The Boys  fame Lana Condor, who bid adieu to the franchise earlier this year, is moving onto another romantic comedy Moonshot, set at HBO Max. The actress will star alongside Riverdale star Cole Sprouse in the upcoming sci-fi rom-com. According to Deadline, "The romantic comedy with a sci-fi twist is set in a future where Mars is terraformed and colonized by the best humanity has to offer. Two very different college students wind up joining forces and sneak onboard a space shuttle to the red planet in order to be united with their significant others." Riverdale executive producers Greg Berlanti and Sarah Schechter will be producing Moonshot through Berlanti/Schechter Films along with Jill McElroy and Jenna Sarkin of Entertainment 360. Chris Winterbauer is set to direct. Meanwhile, Lana Condor will next star in Netflix's spooky new show called Boo, Bitch. Cole Sprouse is currently starring on Riverdale as Jughead Jones. He will next be seen with Zachary Levi i

Suniel Shetty joins hands with KVN Foundation to provide free oxygen concentrators in Mumbai and Bengaluru

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The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the nation badly. With over three lakh cases reported daily, the healthcare system is falling short of essentials like beds, oxygen cylinders and medicines. Many celebrities and influencers are doing their bit by amplifying requests and donating. Now, Suniel Shetty along with KVN Foundation will be providing free oxygen concentrators. Suniel Shetty has collaborated with KVN Foundation's initiative named Feed My City to provide oxygen concentrators to those in need. The second wave has led to a massive shortage of oxygen supply across the country. Taking to Twitter, Shetty wrote, "We are going through some testing times, but a ray of hope in this is the way our people have joined hands to help each other. I am grateful to be a part of this initiative along with @FeedMyCity1, an initiative of #KVNFoundation, to provide free oxygen concentrators. "This is an appeal to all my friends and fans. DM me if you need help, if you

After bidding goodbye to the showbiz, Aashka Goradia tests positive for Covid-19 along with her husband Brent Goble

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Popular Television actress Aashka Goradia, who was in the news recently for quitting her acting career, is now again in limelight. She recently revealed that she is stepping into her entrepreneurship career. Now, she has revealed that she and her husband Brent Goble both have tested positive for COVID-19. Aashka was all set to leave for the USA along with her husband to meet Brent's family and took a precautionary test on Saturday and tested negative. However, to have double security, the actress went for another test on Monday and tested positive. The actress herself declared it on her Instagram and wrote, "In preparation of our trip to my home in the US, @ibrentgobale and I have tested positive for COVID. We have been reeling from this news since this morning when we were just about to leave Goa. Both of us are feeling fine physically but the test reports say otherwise and that means we have to let the virus run its course." She further thanked her healthy lifestyl

Exclusive: Deepika Padukone plays a fitness instructor in Shakun Batra's next based on extra marital issue

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Last year, Shakun Batra went on floors with his next - a domestic noir drama that stars Deepika Padukone, Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Dhairya Karwa. The yet to be titled movie has been kept completely under wraps and nobody knows much about the film. Not anymore. Bollywood Hungama has EXCLUSIVE deets on the same. Read on... A source tells us, "Deepika plays the role of a fitness instructor. While many in the know say it's based on a celebrity fitness instructor, the team at Dharma Productions and the writers have completely denied it. But yes, it's true she plays a fitness enthusiast and a trainer in the domestic noir drama." Apart from that, the insider also gives us some details on the film's storyline. "The plotline goes like this – Ananya Panday and Deepika Padukone play sisters in the film. While Deepika is opposite Siddhant, Dhairya plays Ananya's love interest. Shakun has always got a kick out of complex relationship stories and in t

Lyca Productions takes Robot director Shankar to court

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Shankar the maverick filmmaker from the South known for his big-screen fantasies has lately found himself in a bit of a legal jam. First there was the producer of Shankar’s 2005 Telugu blockbuster  Anniyan . Producer Aascar V Ravichandran claimed—and rightly so—that the story and screenplay rights of Anniyan  belonged to him and therefore Shankar was not within his rights to do the remake. Now comes an even bigger blow to Shankar’s epic plans with his long-delayed  Indian 2 finding itself in a legal imbroglio. The producers Lyca Productions have now gone to court to forbid Shankar from directing any other film until he completes  Indian 2 . But will  Indian 2  ever get completed? The film’s leading man Kamal Haasan has been busy with his political aspirations which are prioritized far above his film career at the moment. An informed source reveal, “ Indian 2  has been troubled from the word go. It has been facing one glitch after another. Now the producers going to the court askin

SCOOP: S S Rajamouli’s RRR may not release on 13 October this year; may be pushed to 2022

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S S Rajamouli’s post- Baahubali opus RRR has got itself into a massive Covid imbroglio. While Rajamouli is adamant to finally release the film on 13 October, as per the latest schedule plan, sources close to the project say the release in the given date seems “next to impossible” One of the actors from RRR told this writer, “How can it release on 13 October? Both Ramcharan Teja and NTR Jr have a lot of pending shooting for RRR . Ramcharan hasn’t shot much this year. He was busy with his other project Acharya (featuring father and son Chiranjeevi and Ramcharan). NTR Jr also didn’t shoot this year. The plan was for them both to shoot and complete the film by July 2021. This now seems unlikely with the new Covid upsurge.” The source says RRR may now be pushed to early next year. “We may come for Makar Sankranti in January 2022. Even that is doubtful at the moment.” This source rules out a digital release for RRR . Also Read:  Makers of RRR launch a new poster starring Ram Charan

Ajay Devgn helps set up a 20-bed Covid ICU in Mumbai’s Shivaji Park

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The second wave of Coronavirus has been far more extreme and has spread its wings across the country. The city of Mumbai is now past it’s peak and has seen a steady decrease in cases. But still, around 4000 people are testing positive for the deadly virus each day, resulting in shortage of hospital beds. The authorities, hence, have been trying their best to increase the beds wherever possible. Bollywood actors, too, have been helping them so that the infrastructure could be ramped as soon as possible. It has now come to light that Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has made a significant contribution in this regard. He, along with the help of his colleagues from Bollywood, gave Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) a sum of Rs. 1 crore to help set up a 20-bed Covid ICU. This makeshift hospital has been erected at the Bharat Scouts and Guides Hall, located in Mumbai’s Shivaji Park area. A report confirmed that the said amount was donated to the BMC for the noble work by Ajay Devgn’s o

Twinkle Khanna and Akshay Kumar donate 100 oxygen concentrators amid COVID-19 crisis in India

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The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the nation badly. With over three lakh cases reported daily, the healthcare system is falling short of essentials like beds, oxygen cylinders and medicines. Many celebrities and influencers are doing their bit by amplifying requests and donating. Now, author Twinkle Khanna has said that she along with her husband actor Akshay Kumar have donated 100 oxygen concentrators to an organisation. Twinkle took to social media on Tuesday and wrote, "Wonderful news-Dr Drashnika Patel & Dr Govind Bankani of London Elite Health through Daivik Foundation are donating120 oxygen concentrators and as @akshaykumar and I have managed to get our hands on 100 as well,we have a total of 220.Thank you for the leads. Let’s all do our bit." In her Instagram caption, she also wrote a message of positivity. "I think for the last few weeks with members of my own family ill I have been in a bit of a hole. But I couldn’t stay there for long. I i

Sonu Sood launches free COVID help; includes doctor consultation and COVID-19 test

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Actor Sonu Sood has been out on the field helping people in need ever since a nationwide lockdown was announced in March 2020. What started with helping migrant workers reach their destination, Sood has expanded his wings with like minded people and organisations to provide help to people across the country. Now, with the country witnessing a brutal second wave of COVID-19 pandemic, Sonu Sood has launched free COVID-19 help. On Tuesday evening, Sonu Sood took to his Twitter handle to announce the launch of free COVID help which includes free doctor consultations and testing for the virus. He has done this under his foundation named Sood Foundation in collaboration with Heal Well 24 and Krsnaa Diagnostics Pvt Ltd. Announcing the same, Sonu wrote, "You, take REST. Let me handle the TEST. Launching FREE COVID HELP with @HealWell24 @Krsnaa_D@SoodFoundation" You, take REST. Let me handle the TEST. Launching FREE COVID HELP with @HealWell24 @Krsnaa_D @SoodFoundation pic.tw

Fatima Sana Shaikh takes a break from social media

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Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh was last seen in the film Ajeeb Daastaans , a Hindi anthology that was released on Netflix. The actress has now said that she is going on a digital detox. On Monday, she announced her plan to take a break from social media in her Instagram story. Without giving any reason for her decision, she wrote, "Taking a break from social media. Stay safe guys." Last week, actress Warina Hussain also quit social media and said that her team will be handling her account on her behalf. Fatima had tested positive for COVID-19 last month. After recovering from the virus, she was engaged in the virtual promotion of her film Ajeeb Daastaans . She was a part of the film titled Majnu also co-starring Jaideep Ahlawat and Armaan Ralhan. Earlier this year, she was also shooting for an unannounced project with Anil Kapoor in Rajasthan. ALSO READ: Fatima Sana Shaikh on receiving rave reviews for Ajeeb Daastaans — “Can’t even express how grateful I am” from Late

Addison Rae, Tanner Buchanan starrer He's All That to premiere on Netflix on August 27, first look unveiled 

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Netflix has finally announced the release date of He's All That . The film  reimagines the original plot of the 1 999 teen classic She’s All That . After the cast announcement, the first look has been unveiled on April 27, 2021.  The first look features Addison Rae, Tanner Buchanan having a conversation over a cup of coffee. Another picture shows Addison Rae with  Madison Pettis and Myra Molloy.  The contemporary story follows an influencer (Addison Rae) who accepts a challenge to turn the school’s biggest loser (Tanner Buchanan) into prom king. R Lee Fleming pens the new script with Mark Waters directing. He’s All That also stars Peyton Meyer, Isabella Crovetti, Annie Jacob, Rachael Leigh Cook, Matthew Lillard, Andrew Matarazzo and Dominic Goodman, as well as Kourtney Kardashian. The film will premiere on August 27, 2021. from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bollywood Hungama https://ift.tt/3xqkQgR

The Kissing Booth 3 to premiere on Netflix on August 11, first look unveiled 

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The Kissing Booth franchise is coming to an end. After the release of the second installment last year, it was announced the final movie was already filmed and will come out in 2021. Now, Netflix has announced The Kissing Booth 3 will premiere on August 11, 2021. The first look of the final installment features Joey King, Joel Courtney, Jacob Elordi, Meganne Young enjoying their summer break. The cast also includes Maisie Richardson-Sellers , Molly Ringwald and it seems like Taylor Zakhar Perez will also return. It's the summer before Elle (Joey King) heads to college, and she has a secret: She got into both Harvard, where her dreamy boyfriend Noah (Jacob Elordi) goes, and Berkeley, where her BFF Lee (Joel Courtney) is going. Which path will Elle choose? ALSO READ: The Kissing Booth 2 stars Joey King and Taylor Zakhar Perez swim under a waterfall during their getaway with friends from Latest Bollywood News | Hindi Movie News | Hindi Cinema News | Indian Movies | Films - Bo

Bombay High Court asks Randhir Kapoor, Rima Jain to search and submit Rajiv Kapoor's divorce decree

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Actor Randhir Kapoor and her sister Rima Jain, on an undertaking, are asked by the Bombay High Court to locate and submit the divorce decree of their late brother Rajiv Kapoor. The siblings have filed a petition stating letters of administration to the property and credits owned by Rajiv. The petition states Rajiv and Aarti Sabharwal got married in 2001 and divorced in 2003. However, both Randhir and Rima claim that they are unable to submit the divorce decree since they do not have a copy of it and being unaware of which family court passed it. In the process, Senior advocate Sharan Jagtiani, who is handling the case for the siblings, submitted that the HC registry has asked for a certified copy of the divorce decree. The siblings have sought a dispensation from the law to submit the decree. According to Jagtiani, Randhir and Rima are the only heirs to his estate. Jagtiani had placed a plea in the court to seek dispensation. He also claimed to don't have access to the decree o

Priyanka Chopra appeals to President Of USA Joe Biden to help India with COVID-19 vaccines

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As India battles the deadly Coronavirus, Priyanka Chopra is leaving no stone unturned to help her countrymen in crisis. Taking to Twitter, the actress expressed her concern about India’s horrific struggle during the second wave of the virus. She also urged the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, and other high-ranking officials to help her nation with vaccines “urgently”. The actress said, “My heart breaks. India is suffering from COVID19 & the US has ordered 550M more vaccines than needed @POTUS @WHCOS @SecBlinken @JakeSullivan46 Thx for sharing AstraZeneca worldwide, but the situation in my country is critical. Will you urgently share vaccines w/ India? #vaxlive.” My heart breaks. India is suffering from COVID19 & the US has ordered 550M more vaccines than needed @POTUS @WHCOS @SecBlinken @JakeSullivan46 Thx for sharing AstraZeneca worldwide, but the situation in my country is critical. Will you urgently share vaccines w/ India? #vaxlive — PRIYANKA

Juhi Parmar to re-enter Hamariwali Good News

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Juhi Parmar, who played the character of Renuka Tiwari in Zee TV's Hamariwali Good News, is going to make a comeback in the show. A few days ago, Juhi confirmed that she is bidding goodbye to the star cast of the show. But, now it is revealed that Juhi is bidding goodbye to her character in the show and not to the show. Juhi will be back in the show playing a totally different character of Meera this time. The show will soon take a 1-month leap in its plot. Juhi's character Meera will be very different from her previous role Renuka. The character will be a strong, driven and passionate individual who works as a social worker and runs an NGO. Meera also teaches dance to young girls during her free time. Talking to a tabloid, Juhi said that she is really happy to return to Hamariwali Good News in a new character and avatar. Talking about her character, she said that Meera is a modern woman, who loves to wear new indo-western outfits. She further also compared her characters Me

Ayushmann Khurrana and Tahira Kashyap contribute to Maharashtra Chief Minister's Relied Fund amid COVID-19 crisis

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Ayushmann Khurrana and his wife Tahira Kashyap have come forward to contribute to the Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to help aid people crippled by the COVID-19 pandemic in the state. Ayushmann and Tahira uploaded a note on their social media thanking each and every Indian who have constantly inspired the couple to contribute more towards helping people ravaged by the crisis. They said in the joint statement, “We have been in the eye of the storm since last year. This pandemic has broken our hearts, made us endure pain and suffering like never before, showed us how solidarity with one another can make us handle this humanitarian crisis. Today, again, this pandemic asks us to show fortitude, resilience and mutual support.”   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) The couple added, “People, across India, have stepped forward to do as much as possible for each other and Tahira and I thank each

Backwaters: A film being made on Children Missing from God's Own Country

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Film Producer Suunil Jaiin of (SJP), Ashish Arjun Gaikar’s AGFS and Ankit Chandiramani’s Sunshine Studios - a leading film distribution and production house - have announced a film on Kerala’s missing children. The investigative thriller delving into the mysterious world of child trafficking and missing children, titled Backwaters, is helmed by FTII graduate Abhinav Thakur. Based on a series of missing children from Kerala – the film looks at how even God is not aware of what has happened to the missing children from his own country – especially the missing case of Rahul Raju – a seven-year-old who went missing in May 2005 and has never been found.   Delhi theatre actor Sartaazh Khari will essay the role of the CBI officer investigating the case while UK model Neeta Paryani will essay the role of a fact-finding journalist conducting a simultaneous investigation. “We found Sartaazh to be apt for the role. We are exploring all the angles of how the children went missing and how a shar