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Movie Review: 'Thalaivi': Kangana, Arvind Swamy shine in Jaya biopic, but it could be more rounded
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For far too long Jayalalithaa was overshadowed, in the male-dominated politics of Tamil Nadu, by the friendship-turned-rivalry of MG Ramachandran and M. Karunanidhi, immortalised on-screen by Mani Ratnam's magnificent ‘Iruvar' (1997). Her excavation began with Siimi Garewal's iconic interview, which was the centrepiece of Gowtham Vasudev Menon's 2020 web series ‘Queen', and one hoped ‘Thalaivi' would complete it.
'Justin Bieber: Our World' to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on Oct 8
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It goes inside the pop star's life and his first full concert in three years, and is produced by Ratner's OBB Pictures, Bieber Time Films, and Scooter Braun Films. "Performing live and connecting with my fans through music is deeply meaningful to me," said Bieber.
Tollywood drugs case: Actor Rana Daggubati appears before ED
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The 'Baahubali' fame actor reached the ED office here around 10 a.m. and walked in as a posse of security personnel escorted him through a battery of media lensmen vying with each other to capture the moment. Rana is likely to be questioned by ED sleuths about his bank details and financial transactions as part of the probe into suspected links of some celebrities with the accused involved in the case.
Akshay's mother passes away: He says 'she was my core'
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Akshay took to Twitter to express his grief. "She was my core. And today I feel an unbearable pain at the very core of my existence," he wrote. The 53-year-old star said that his mother passed away peacefully. "My maa... Smt Aruna Bhatia peacefully left this world today morning and got reunited with my dad in the other world. I respect your prayers as I and my family go through this period. Om Shanti," he wrote.
James Wan calls 'Malignant' a 'genre-blender'
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Wan said: "The story is a "genre-blender"; the correct term is genre-bender, but it is also a genre blender in that it mixes a bunch of different genres that I love, from psychological thriller to the Italian Giallo horror to shades of science fiction." Malignant' is set to release in India on September 10. The film will be released in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. It is the latest creation from the 'Conjuring' universe.
Paris Hilton: There are so many misconceptions about me
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Paris Hilton was seen talking about her life in "The Drew Barrymore Show", which airs on Zee Cafe in India. The show's host and actress Drew Barrymore asked Paris: "I want to talk to you. I've had people take me away and I've been locked up in solitary confinement.
Assam school teacher realises his dream of meeting Big B; also wins Rs 25L on 'KBC 13'
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Sharing his experience, Tushar Bharadwaj, a school teacher who's also the dean of activities at the Assam Valley Boarding School at Tezpur, said: "It felt like a dream when I was on the hotseat and in front of Mr Bachchan, conversing with him. It was my dream to make it to the show and now that I did it, it feels unreal. It was never only about the winning amount for me."
Kylie Jenner confirms expecting second child with Travis Scott
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Kylie announced on Instagram on Tuesday that she and Scott are expecting their second child together, reports people.com. In a video announcing the news, Kylie holds up a positive pregnancy test before the clip cuts to Scott, hugging her belly. Next, the proud parents get in the car with their 3-year-old daughter Stormi for an OBGYN appointment.
Halle Berry was terrified about directing debut 'Bruised'
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The 55-year-old actress is at the helm of the upcoming Netflix movie, in which she also stars as mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Jackie Jackie Justice, who is chasing one last comeback, reports femalefirst.co.uk. Berry told the Daily Express newspaper: "As an actor, I always show up and do my part, and I can only do what I can do. Being the director, I have a part in the totality of every department. I get to have a voice
Priyanka Chopra unveils trailer release date of 'The Matrix: Resurrections'
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Priyanka took to Instagram to announce the release date of 'Matrix 4'. The caption of the post read, "Yep! it's almost time to take that pill... Trailer Thursday at 6 AM PT (6: 30pm IST) Go ahead and click the link in my bio to experience it yourself. The choice is yours! #TheMatrixMovie @thematrixmovie".
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