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Poorti Arya of 'Bade Acche Lagte Hain 2' took a break from acting for her health
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She said: "I took a short break from acting owing to my health issues which needed to be treated on priority. Sometimes in life, you have to choose yourself, leaving everything behind. I had to take time off to take care of my health. Also, I had to make up my mind and sort things out for myself about the kind of project and character I wanted to do. In the hope of starting things with a fresh breath, I decided to pause things for a while. But now I am finally back on the work front and have started giving auditions."
Abhishek Malik of 'Kumkum Bhagya' gifts luxurious car to his wife
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Abhishek Malik said: "I really felt amazing when I got the keys of my car as I wanted to buy this car for a very long time. Actually, my wife, Suhani and I wanted to upgrade our car, so after randomly discussing with her without hinting that I will actually purchase it, I bought it. In fact, it was an impromptu decision to surprise my wife with a car, and honestly, the expression on her face was worth it all."
Raghav Juyal shot for 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan' while he was down with Dengue
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The dancer-turned-actor shared: "While shooting for 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan', I was diagnosed with Dengue fever. Despite having limited time to complete the shoot, I didn't want to let the production suffer, so I decided to carry on." He further mentioned: "The team was very understanding and compassionate towards my condition. I'm happy I managed to do it because what I was going through was completely different from what my character was feeling."
Raghav Juyal shares how he bagged his role in 'Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan'
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Raghav shared: "I was shooting for another project when one of my team members came running to me saying that Salman Khan is calling you. I responded in a calm manner saying that I would call back later because I thought it was Salman Yusuff Khan my fellow dancer. Then the guy said no it's The Salman Khan!"
Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington to star in August Wilson's 'The Piano Lesson'
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Oscar winner Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington will star in the feature film, reprising their roles from the highly successful Broadway revival of Wilson's play, which recently concluded its run at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, reports 'Variety'. Set in 1936 Pittsburgh during the aftermath of the Great Depression, 'The Piano Lesson' follows the lives of the Charles family, a household led by Doaker Charles (Jackson), and an heirloom, the family piano, which is decorated with designs carved by an enslaved ancestor. Washington plays Boy Willie, Doaker's nephew, a role Jackson originated in the 1987 production.
Glen Powell in talks to star in 'Twister' sequel opposite
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'Minari' helmer Lee Isaac Chung is directing the film from a script by 'The Revenant' writer Mark L. Smith. 'Twisters' is set to release on July 19, 2024, reports Variety. Starring Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Carey Elwes and Philip Seymour Hoffman, 1996's 'Twister' made nearly $500 million at the box office and received Oscar nominations in the visual effects and sound categories.
WATCH | Vidyut Jammwal raises the fitness bar with new calisthenics tricks
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Vidyut, who is currently busy shooting for his next 'Crakk - Jeethegaa Toh Jiyegaa' took to Instagram, where he shared a video performing calisthenics, an exercises that doesn't rely on anything but body weight. In the clip, the actor is seen in grey loose pants and is shirt less as he showcases his perfectly chiselled body and washboard abs.
Deepika & Ranveer work out together, trainer says 'gymming got better'
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Celebrity fitness trainer Yasmin Karachiwala posted a photograph of Deepika and Ranveer on her Instagram Stories. The star couple struck a pose with Yasmin in the gym selfie. Sharing it, the instructor wrote: "Gymming just got better." On the work front, Deepika will next be seen alongside Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor in the upcoming film 'Fighter' directed by Siddharth Anand.
NTR Jr. hosts special dinner for James Farrell, VP International at Amazon Studios
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Some prominent filmmakers including S.S. Rajamouli, Koratala Siva, Trivikram, Shobu Yarlagadda, Mythri Naveen, Sirish Reddy, and Nagavamsi also attended the exclusive dinner. NTR shared a few pictures from the dinner party. He wrote: "An evening well spent with friends and well-wishers. Was great catching up with James and Emily. Thanks for keeping your word and joining us for dinner."
Watch | 'It has been a long waiting game', says Rhea Chakraborty on returning on sets
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Rhea, who is an accused in the death of late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, was announced as one of the gang leaders for MTV Roadies season 19. She shared a clip, where Rhea is seen getting her make-up done and is asked about how does it feel to be back on the set. She is heard saying: "I haven't shot in three years and I am back on set. Vanity van is feeling all new, hair and makeup hasn't happened in a while."
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