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Lockdown diaries: Katrina's brooming session turns into cricket game!
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Lockdown diaries: Katrina's brooming session turns into cricket game!

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Katrina Kaif is emerging as Bollywood's Lockdown Star. After her videos of dishwashing, working out, and strumming the guitar trended over the past few days, the actress has now taken to brooming to stay occupied at home.## A video that Katrina posted on Wednesday shows the actress brooming the floors of her home. What's more, once the chore got done, Katrina had other imaginative ideas to put the broom to good use.## She is seen using the broom as a bat, to polish her cricketing skills!## "Day 21 lockdown-One day at a time guys.......we all gotta do our part........ I am apparently @isakaif part is to give commentary and pro tips while seated .. Gotta mix it up ..... this is seriously good exercise btw #stayhome #helpoutathome," she captioned the video, shot by her sister Isabelle.## Meanwhile, on the work front, Katrina will be seen opposite Akshay Kumar in Rohit Shetty's cop drama "Sooryavanshi". The film was slated to release on March 24 but has been pushed back indefinitely owing to the COVID-19 outbreak.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Arjun Kapoor pens emotional note on mother's eighth death anniversary
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Arjun Kapoor pens emotional note on mother's eighth death anniversary

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Actor Arjun Kapoor has penned an emotional note on his mother Mona Shourie's eighth death anniversary on Monday. He said that he has managed to survive eight years of being an actor.## Arjun on Wednesday tweeted a photograph of himself along with his sister Anshula, and Mona.## Alongside the picture, he wrote: "I wish I could be at home like this today would have felt safe & maybe even smiled more than anyone has ever seen me smile. It's been 8 years today since you left us Mom... the world has come to a standstill now but mine and @anshulakapoor' s world was shattered when u left forget standing still....## "We have tried to pick up the pieces some days are tougher than others though...## I've managed to survive 8 years of being an actor & a working individual she's also started her own business with @FankindOfficial !!!"## He said that Anshula "more or less runs the house".## "And I run to her if I need something in the house or in life."## The "2 States" actor shared how he wanted to spend more time with his mother, who passed away due to cancer.## "The world has changed Maa right now at this moment I wish I had you at home would have spent so much time with u that I couldn't when I was trying to lose weight do my acting classes and when I was away shooting 'Ishaqzaade' during ur chemotherapy," he said.## He added: "...I love u Maa I miss u Maa... I miss having your name show up on my phone to check up on me... I just hope wherever you are you are happy and watching over ur 2 brat," he said.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Diljit hilariously requests people to stop posting workout videos amid COVID-19
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Diljit hilariously requests people to stop posting workout videos amid COVID-19

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) It seems singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh is fed up of seeing people's workout videos and pictures amid coronavirus outbreak.## On Wednesday, Diljit took to his Instagram account and posted a picture in which we can see him holding a placard that reads, "stop posting your home workouts."## Taking a hilarious dig, Diljit also asked people to "khao piyo aish karo mitro ( eat, drink and have fun)".## "Workout kisey nu dikhayeo na...te nede kise de jayio na ( Don't show your workout to others and don't go close to someone)," he added.## Agreeing to him, actor Ravi Dubey commented: "sahi baat."## Actor Karan Tacker wrote: "haha legit."## On the work front, Diljit, who was last seen in "Good Newwz", will be next seen in "Jodi".## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Tom Cruise trying to get Meghan Markle back on big screen
2268 days ago
Hollywood

Tom Cruise trying to get Meghan Markle back on big screen

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise is trying to get Duchess of Sussex back on the big screen in his future film.## Following her decision to step down from royal duties, the Internet rumor mill was rife with speculation that about Meghan Markle could be all set for a comeback in showbiz.## Cruise wants to sign her up to her for one of his next movies, reports aceshowbiz.com.## A source quoted in various reports says: "If anyone can get Meghan back on a film set, it's Tom. And what better way to get back on the big screen than starring opposite one of Hollywood's biggest stars."## Although the source said Cruise wants to cast Meghan in "one of his next films", no details are yet available on a possible project.## Markle was last seen essaying a regular role in the series "Suits", where she starred as Rachel Zane from 2011 to 2018 when she married Prince Harry in May of the same year.## Earlier this year, it was being said that Harry helped Meghan sign up for a Disney voiceover.## For more and latest news about Hollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Shahid Kapoor to be seen in an action film after 'Jersey'
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Shahid Kapoor to be seen in an action film after 'Jersey'

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) On an Instagram QnA session, actor Shahid revealed a few details about his upcoming projects. Apart from the cricket drama "Jersey", he said he would also be seen in an "action film".## Shahid Kapoor made his Bollywood debut opposite Amrita Rao in "Ishq Vishk" in 2003. Since then, they have co-starred in films like "Vaah! Life Ho Toh Aisi!" (2005) and "Vivah" (2006). It's been a while since the two have shared screen space, and Shahid says he misses working with Amrita. When a fan asked Shahid about his experience working with Amrita, he said: " Amrita is a special co-star. I miss working with her. She is a wonderful actor."## The interactive online session did not end here. Shahid also answered questions about his film "Haider" in which he shaved his hair off.## When a fan asked him what his biggest lesson from 'Haider' was, Shahid quipped: "Sar mundvao to bal wapas aane mein bahut time lagta hai (It's not easy to grow back hair after you've shaved your head)."## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Michael Jackson 'predicted' coronavirus-like pandemic: Ex bodyguard
2268 days ago
Hollywood

Michael Jackson 'predicted' coronavirus-like pandemic: Ex bodyguard

Los Angeles, March 25 (IANS) Late King of Pop Michael Jackson had predicted a coronavirus-like global pandemic, which is why he wore a facemask despite being mocked, claims ex-bodyguard.## Matt Fiddes, who worked for the singer for a decade, was speaking as the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread across the globe, reports the-sun.com.## He said: "He (MJ) knew that a natural disaster was always there. He was very aware and would always predict that we could be wiped out at any time. That a germ that could spread.## "So he would go through four countries in one day sometimes and he was on airplanes with people all the time."## Matt said he'd jokingly ask Michael not to wear the facemask because he was embarrassed about being clicked with him when he was wearing it.## "He would say, 'Matt I can't get ill, I can't let my fans down. I've got concerts coming up. I'm on this earth for a reason. I mustn't damage my voice, I've got to stay healthy, I don't know who I'm going to encounter today, I don't know what I might pass on.'"## On what Jackson, who died in 2009, would say about the outbreak today, Fiddes added: "I know exactly what he would say to people now and that's it. I told you so.## "Then he'd be moaning that no one is listening to him because when he used to say stuff like that people didn't take him seriously, they used to call him 'Wacko Jacko' and all this stuff.## "But you don't get to be the biggest superstar in the world and not be intelligent. That guy was super damn intelligent. But I knew him."## For more and latest news about Hollywood, stay tuned with us.

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COVID-19 effect: Hrithik, Sussanne temporarily live together to take care of sons
2268 days ago
Bollywood

COVID-19 effect: Hrithik, Sussanne temporarily live together to take care of sons

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Hrithik Roshan became emotional after his former wife Sussanne Khan temporarily moved back with him to take care of their sons together, amid the coronavirus outbreak.## Taking to his social media, Hrithik penned a lengthy 'thank you' note for Sussanne.## "It is unimaginable for me, as a parent, to think of having to be separated from my children at a time when the country is practicing lockdowns.## "It is heartwarming to see the world come together as one in this time of deep uncertainty and the possibility of months of social distancing and potential lockdowns for several weeks perhaps.## "While the world talks about humanity coming together, I think it represents more than just an idea especially for parents sharing custody of their kids. How to keep their kids close to them without infringing on the right of the other who also has an equal right to be with his/her children," he wrote.## Along with the post, he uploaded a picture of Sussanne sitting in bed, sipping off a coffee mug.## "This is a picture of dear Sussanne (my ex-wife), who has graciously volunteered to temporarily move out of her home so that our children are not disconnected indefinitely from either one of us. Thank you Sussanne for being so supportive and understanding in our journey of co-parenting," Hrithik added.## Hrithik and Sussanne ended their 17-year-old relationship in 2013 and got divorced in 2014. They have two sons -- Hrehaan and Hridhaan.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Rishi Kapoor angry when netizens ask him if he's well-stocked up on alcohol
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Rishi Kapoor angry when netizens ask him if he's well-stocked up on alcohol

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Bollywood veteran Rishi Kapoor is furious after a section of social media teasingly asked him if he was well stocked up on alcohol, what with the 21-day lockdown being announced in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic.## It all started when Kapoor posted his opinion on the lockdown. "One for all, all for one. Let us do what we have to do. We have no option. We will all keep one another busy and entertained for the coming time. No worries. No panic. Sala isko bhi dekh lenge. PM Ji don't worry we are with you! Jai Hind," he wrote.## Commenting on his tweet, a user wrote: "Daaru Ka Kota Full Hai Na Chinto Chacha"## Another user asked: "Sir whisky ka stock Kar liya?"## Still another user commented: "Chintubhai full stock rakha hai.."## This irked Kapoor and he retorted with a tweet in bold letters: "ANYONE CRACKING JOKES ABOUT MY COUNTRY OR ON MY LIFESTYLE, WILL BE DELETED. BE AWARE AND WARNED. THIS IS A SERIOUS MATTER. HELP US TO TIDE OVER THE SITUATION."## The veteran actor also individually replied to the trolls. To the user enquiring about his stock of whiskey, Rishi Kapoor wrote: "These a***holes think it's funny. Being deleted."## He replied to another troll saying: "Ye ek aur idiot."## Needless to say, the actor is extremely disturbed by netizens' behavior and hence decided to give them a piece of his mind.## Recently, Rishi Kapoor tweeted a picture of a funny-looking man along with a text which reads, "5 days at home listening to the wife."## He captioned it: "On a lighter note! Side effects of the Coronavirus."## The tweet did not go down well with filmmaker Shoojit Sircar who sarcastically replied: "Ya just 5 days.. woman /wife's/mothers have been locked down since generations serving the family."## On Tuesday evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a complete lockdown for 21 days to prevent the spreading of the COVID 19 pandemic. Soon after, veteran actor Rishi Kapoor took to Twitter to encourage citizens to cooperate during the lockdown.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Anushka Shetty won't stop being friends with Prabhas for work
2268 days ago
Tollywood

Anushka Shetty won't stop being friends with Prabhas for work

Hyderabad, March 25 (IANS) Southern star Anushka Shetty has set a major friendship goal. A video of her in which she says she can't give up her friendship with Prabhas for work is trending online.## The "Baahubali" stars have often been in news for being close to each other and have been romantically linked quite often.## Now a video, posted by a fan of Prabhas and Anushka, has gone viral. It's captioned: "if you have to stop one thing between - friendship with Prabhas Or acting in cinema. Sweety: Definitely acting in cinemas. I can't leave friendship for my work.## During a recent interview, Anushka spoke about her link-up with the "Saaho" actor.## She said: "I have known Prabhas for over 15 years now and he is one of my 3 a.m friends. We are usually linked up because both of us are not married and make an amazing on-screen pair. Had there been anything between both of us, it would have been out by this time. Both of us are the same kind of people who don't hide any emotions if we are involved."## The two stars have also acted in movies like "Billa" and "Mirchi".## For more and latest news about Tollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Shawn Mendes donates $175,000 to combat coronavirus
2268 days ago
Hollywood

Shawn Mendes donates $175,000 to combat coronavirus

Los Angeles, March 25 (IANS) Singer Shawn Mendes has donated $175,000 to help pediatric care in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.## Earlier this week, the Shawn Mendes Foundation made a donation to the SickKids Foundation. The money will assist in the purchase of equipment and supplies for coronavirus preparedness for the community at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario, reports variety.com.## "Through The Shawn Mendes Foundation, we have been working to find ways to best support the COVID-19 crisis," Mendes said, adding: "By making this donation to SickKids, we hope to help provide support in the urgent screening and prevention of COVID-19 for their patients and the surrounding community of Toronto. For the next month, we will be directing all donations to The Shawn Mendes Foundation to go towards additional efforts by SickKids, as well as efforts being made internationally by the World Health Organization COVID-19 Response Fund."## SickKids is a global leader in pediatric health dedicated to ensuring hospitals provide the best possible care for children and families.## Mendes has been vocal about the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, urging the music community to stay home and practice social distancing.## On March 20, the singer-songwriter hosted a live stream with Camila Cabello as part of the "Together at Home" series presented by Global Citizen in support of the World Health Organization's Solidarity Response Fund. "We love you so much and we care about everyone," Mendes said while signing off from his stream.## "Again, I just want to say be patient with yourself. It's just craziness, and give yourself the patience and love you deserve right now," he added.## For more and latest news about Hollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Idris Elba slams claims that he was paid to say he is COVID-19 positive
2268 days ago
Hollywood

Idris Elba slams claims that he was paid to say he is COVID-19 positive

Los Angeles, March 25 (IANS) Actor Idris Elba has slammed accusations that he was paid to say that he had contracted coronavirus, calling it a "bullsh*t" theory.## The 47-year-old actor, who recently announced that he had tested positive for coronavirus, took to Instagram Live to shut down rumors and conspiracy theory claiming that celebrities have been paid to say that they have been infected by the virus, reports etonline.com.## "I think the debate about rich and poor and who's getting it and who's not, I think, is not a healthy debate. It's like, I got a test but I also got COVID. Does that make me preferential? I don't understand that" Elba told his followers.## "It shouldn't be about whether rich or poor gets it. I think that the negativity around test-shaming is counterproductive. I don't see what people get out of that. And also this idea that someone like myself is gonna is paid to say I've got coronavirus, that's absolute bullsh*t. Such stupidness," he added.## The actor continued: "People wanna spread that as if it's news. That's stupid. It's the quickest way to get people sick because there's no benefit to me and Sabrina sitting here saying we've got it or we ain't got it. I don't even understand the logic of that."## Elba, whose wife Sabrina Dhowre, also tested positive, added that he is "not an actor right now".## "I'm just a human being and I just happen to be in the public eye. So I want people to understand that this is very real. I don't feel like I'm privileged because I got a test because I actually contracted it," he explained.## Earlier this month, rapper Cardi B shared a conspiracy theory. She said that celebrities who have said that they tested positive for COVID-19 are all paid.## For more and latest news about Hollywood, stay tuned with us.

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Sidharth Shukla: Shehnaaz is a dear friend
2268 days ago
Bollywood

Sidharth Shukla: Shehnaaz is a dear friend

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Actor Sidharth Shukla says Shehnaaz Gill is his "dear friend", and adds that his bond with her hasn't changed after "Bigg Boss 13".## Sidharth and Shehnaaz's relationship was one of the most talked-about topics of "Bigg Boss 13". In fact, their fans gave their bond a name -- #SidNaaz -- and the hashtag keeps on trending on the social media. They united once again to feature in the music video of singer Darshan Rawal's new number, "Bhula Dunga".## "Working with Shehnaaz has been fabulous. She is a fun-loving person who brings a lot of positive energy! It's been great working with Shehnaaz," Sidharth told IANS.## "Shehnaaz is spontaneous and fun and hence working with her overall lightens the mood," he added.## Talking about how the bond changed after the show, the "Bigg Boss 13" winner said: "Knowing someone when you are locked up inside the house versus outside is very different. The bond however is still the same as we still meet each other the same way we were inside the house."## Shehnaaz has been quite open about her feelings for Sidharth, and even declared that she loves him.## Asked how he defines his relationship with Shehnaaz, Sidharth said: "She's a dear friend."## Sidharth feels "Bhula Dunga" is a song of love, heartbreak, memories and the happy moments of a relationship.## "It's been a fantastic experience working on this song and it's truly a fabulous team! Darshan is a fabulous singer and extremely talented, Punit Pathak is stellar at his work and the entire team working on the project is fabulous. Everyone has put in so much hard work into the song and I am grateful for the positive feedback we are garnering," he said.## For more and latest news about Bollywood, stay tuned with us.

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