Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Former Australia Cricketer Dean Jones Passes Away Due To Cardiac Arrest In Mumbai, Cricket Fraternity Pays Condolence
2087 days ago
Cricket

Former Australia Cricketer Dean Jones Passes Away Due To Cardiac Arrest In Mumbai, Cricket Fraternity Pays Condolence

Former Australia cricketer and one of the revolutionaries of the modern ODI game Dean Jones has passed away. The 59-year-old, who was working on the IPL 2020 broadcast from the Mumbai studios, suffered a massive cardiac arrest.## Star India's issued an official statement on Dean Jones.## Star India's statement on Dean Jones. He suffered a cardiac arrest. Heart-shattering. RIP Professor. pic.twitter.com/Wzyu23hynf— Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) September 24, 2020 ## The Cricket fraternity pays condolence to the late cricketer's family and close ones. ## Absolutely heartbreaking news about Dean Jones passing away.A wonderful soul taken away too soon. Had the opportunity to play against him during my first tour of Australia.May his soul rest in peace and my condolences to his loved ones. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/u6oEY1h7zz— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 24, 2020 ## Shocked to hear about the tragic loss of Dean Jones. Praying for strength and courage to his family and friends. 🙏🏻— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) September 24, 2020 ## In complete shock to hear about Dean Jones sad passing. One of a kind you were Deano and how lonely and helpless you must have felt on your own in that hotel room-a death we commentators fear the most, and likely to meet, helpless and gone in that hotel room...RIP my friend.— Ramiz Raja (@iramizraja) September 24, 2020 ## Shocking news... This year gets even worse. Was joking with Deano last week about carrying a red book with me to the match. Terrible... My heartfelt Condolences to the family. 🙏🏽— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) September 24, 2020 ## At a loss of words to express my grief at the passing of a man who I admired a lot. Loved chatting cricket with him. Genuinely loved the sport. 59 is not an age to go....too soon my friend. Too soon. World of cricket will be poorer in your absence. R.I.P., Deano.— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) September 24, 2020 ## Saddened to hear the news of Dean Jones passing away. Still cannot believe it. Was one of my favourite commentators, he was on air in many of my landmarks. Had really fond memories with him. Will miss him. pic.twitter.com/FZBTqIEGdx— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) September 24, 2020 ## I can’t believe this news. So very sad to hear about this. Rip Deano, you will be missed. pic.twitter.com/Mc8h36gnWe— David Warner (@davidwarner31) September 24, 2020 ## We are extremely shocked and sad to learn of the untimely demise of Mr. Dean Jones. His energy and enthusiasm for the game will be truly missed. Our thoughts with his family, friends and his followers in this hour of grief. pic.twitter.com/gAAagImKeC— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 24, 2020 ## I’m deeply shocked and saddened by the demise of our fellow commentator #DeanJones He was fine in the morning. I had video call with his son two days back. Everything was fine. Everything was normal. I can’t believe this #RIP— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) September 24, 2020 ## Awful to hear the news of Dean Jones passing away in Mumbai. He was a wonderful player for Australia and he will be missed. My thoughts are with his family. RIP Deano https://t.co/AmVhQiNEe2— Steve Smith (@stevesmith49) September 24, 2020 ## Stunned by the news of Dean Jones’s passingAlways a Larger then life personality Brilliant player Condolences to Jane and family #RIPDeano— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) September 24, 2020 ## Some special moments alongside Dean Jones with our @IsbUnited family. RIP great man. #Legend 🙏😢 pic.twitter.com/aldqC6I3Ev— JP Duminy (@jpduminy21) September 24, 2020 ## Shocking news coming of former Aussie cricketer Dean Jones passing away after a massive cardiac arrest— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) September 24, 2020 ## Stay tuned...

'India, If I Am Found Hanging From The Ceiling, Remember This, I Didn't Commit Suicide': Payal Ghosh
2087 days ago
Bollywood

'India, If I Am Found Hanging From The Ceiling, Remember This, I Didn't Commit Suicide': Payal Ghosh

Ever since actress Payal Ghosh has accused filmmaker, Anurag Kashyap of sexual harassment, she has become the headline of every news channel. She has also filed an FIR against the filmmaker. However, the filmmaker has called all such allegations baseless and many actresses like Taapsee Pannu, Kalki Koechlin, and others supported Anurag in the matter. ## Now, the actress has made a bold statement regarding this ongoing matter. She has claimed that she had given an interview to a 'renowned portal' regarding the whole matter with the filmmaker, but the portal was seeking Anurag Kashyap's approval. The actress even appealed that if she was found hanging from the ceiling, people shouldn't consider it as suicide. ## "I have given an interview regarding the entire episode on Mr. Kashyap to a renowned portal and the next thing I get to know that they are seeking permission from Mr. Kashyap himself. India, if I am found hanging from the ceiling, remember this. I didn't commit suicide. #MeToo", Payal tweeted. ## They have the narrative ready of depression and medication. #NotGoingDown #metoo https://t.co/bCfw2MOfsk— Payal Ghosh (@iampayalghosh) September 23, 2020 ## Last week, Payal Ghosh had leveled serious allegations against Anurag Kashyap and had said that the filmmaker has forced himself on her and tried to molest her in 2014. She also urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take strict action against him who, as claimed by her, doesn't respect women and pretends himself as a flagbearer of women empowerment.## Stay tuned...

Marvel's Black Widow, Eternals Among Several Other Disney's Movies Postpone Release Dates
2088 days ago
Hollywood

Marvel's Black Widow, Eternals Among Several Other Disney's Movies Postpone Release Dates

While the coronavirus pandemic still widening, Disney has further pushed the release dates of some of its major movies including Marvel's "Black Widow" and "Eternals", Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story" and Kenneth Branagh's "Death on the Nile" by several months. ## As per the domestic reports, the announcement of the postponement of several movies is bad news for the exhibition industry, which is already facing fierce headwinds after closing for months due to coronavirus. The analysts have already projected that domestic grosses would decline between 70% to 80% due to the pandemic, as stated by Variety. ## Moving back to movies pushed further, "Black Widow" starring Scarlett Johansson, was set to debut on 6 November this year, a date that started to look increasingly unlikely as movie theaters on the coasts remained closed.## Since the disappointing performance of Christopher Nolan's "Tenet" in the U.S. and the delay of "Wonder Woman 1984", Marvel was eyeing a new date to unveil the film on the big screen, and now, the superhero film will release on 7th of May in 2021. ## "Eternals" - a comic book adventure about a super-powered alien race was previously dated for 12 February 2021, will now debut on 5th of November 2021. Directed by Chloé Zhao, the movie stars Angelina Jolie, Richard Madden, Gemma Chan and Kumail Nanjiani.## Kenneth Branagh's "Death on the Nile" - will bow on 18 December 2020, vacating its original 23 October premiere. "Death on the Nile" - a murder mystery based on Agatha Christie's novel, appeals to an older moviegoers, a demographic that might be hesitant to return to indoor spaces during the pandemic.## Disney has also pushed the release dates of several other movies which have been slated to release in 2020 and 2021. ## Stay tuned...

Hema Malini Lauds UP CM Yogi Adityanath Film City Project In Greater Noida
2088 days ago
Bollywood

Hema Malini Lauds UP CM Yogi Adityanath Film City Project In Greater Noida

Actress-politician Hema Malini has lauded Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday, for announcing a film city in Greater Noida of the state. ## Hema Malini, who is the BJP MP from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, expressed that she wished the film city was located in Mathura, but is happy with its current location because it will generate employment in her constituency as well, owing to its proximity to Greater Noida.## "At the outset I congratulate CM Yogi ji for announcing a mammoth project of building a Film city in 1000 acres in Gtr Noida sector 21. I had expressed my desire of constructing this in Mathura but in his vision, he has adopted the idea & turned it into a bigger & high end project", Hema Malini tweeted.## "Being frm films, it was my dream & desire to make Mathura a vibrant place with a beautiful film city which would also make for plenty of job opportunities. The project as envisaged by Yogi ji can still benefit Mathura also as it will be close enuf to give employment to many", she added. ## "I am also very happy to note that I will be a part of this mega project that is soon to be launched by Yogi ji. With my background firmly rooted in the movie industry, I am sure I can be of help to him in taking this forward to its completion", the actress wrote in another tweet. ## Earlier on Tuesday (September 22), Yogi Adityanath met some of the top peoples from the Bollywood film industry at his residence to take a call on proposed film city. Before that, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar met CM Yogi to discuss the upcoming film city project which will be constructed in 1000 acres. ## Stay tuned...

Melissa Benoist Led 'Supergirl' To End With Season Six Next Year
2088 days ago
Hollywood

Melissa Benoist Led 'Supergirl' To End With Season Six Next Year

The Melissa Benoist-led "Supergirl" is all set to take one last flight with its sixth and last season. The CW announced on Tuesday that the "Supergirl" series will conclude with its upcoming sixth season which is slated to begin later this month in Vancouver, will consist of 20 episodes and premiere in 2021. ## "To say it has been an honor portraying this iconic character would be a massive understatement. Seeing the incredible impact the show has had on young girls around the world has always left me humbled and speechless", Melissa Benoist wrote on Instagram. ## "She's had that impact on me, too. She's taught me strength I didn't know I had, to find hope in the darkest of places, and that we are stronger when we're united. What she stands for pushes all of us to be better. She has changed my life for the better, and I'm forever grateful", she added. ## The last season of Supergirl will arrive whenever midseason 2021 is for the CW network. This move was designed to allow production to resume after leading lady Benoist returned from maternity leave.## "I'm so excited that we get to plan our conclusion to this amazing journey, and I cannot wait for you to see what we have in store. I promise we're going to make it one helluva final season. ♥️ el mayarah", Benoist further wrote on Instagram. ## The series, which was originally developed and aired its first season on CBS, was the second spinoff to originate from DC Comics drama Arrow, following The Flash. While former CBS entertainment president Nina Tassler ordered the drama as part of a push to bring women to the network, the low-rated and expensive drama ultimately was moved to The CW. ## "Supergirl" is based on characters from DC Comics created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.## Stay tuned...

Bunty Aur Babli 2 Star Sharvari Wagh Got 3 Films Deal With Yash Raj Films
2088 days ago
Bollywood

Bunty Aur Babli 2 Star Sharvari Wagh Got 3 Films Deal With Yash Raj Films

Actress Sharvari Wagh, who will soon be seen in her debut film, Bunty Aur Babli 2, has got mega films deal with the Yash Raj Films. As per the renowed trade expert, Komal Nahta, the actress has signed 3-film deal with YRF including her debut film. ## Debutante Sharvari, who will be seen in Bunty Aur Babli 2, has got a mega 3-film deal from YRF. Second big film to be announced soon. All eyes on this new talent that’s being groomed by YRF. pic.twitter.com/K541emHyJh— Komal Nahta (@KomalNahta) September 23, 2020 ## Intresting to know that even before Bunty Aur Babli 2 releases, she has been roped in for another huge project by YRF which will be announced soon. ## According to a leading entertainment portal, Aditya Chopra is mighty pleased with Sharvari's performence in Bunty Aur Babli 2 and feels that she is talent that this industry needs to watch out for.## Sharvari has been groomed for about two years by mentor Aditya Chopra before she faced the camera in Bunty Aur Babli 2. Before her debut film, the actress was seen in Amazon Prime's original series - "The Forgotten Army – Azaadi Ke Liye" which was directed by Kabir Khan. ## Stay tuned...

Kwan Talent Manager Jaya Saha Confesses That She Ordered Contraband CBD Oil For Shraddha Kapoor
2088 days ago
Bollywood

Kwan Talent Manager Jaya Saha Confesses That She Ordered Contraband CBD Oil For Shraddha Kapoor

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) gets a huge confession from Jaya Saha, the talent manager of Kwan, in the drug case linked to the actor Sushant Singh Rajput's death. Jaya Shah has made sensational claims to NCB that she ordered Cannabidiol (CBD) oil - contraband in India, for Shraddha Kapoor. ## Jaya Shah also admitted to arranged the same substance for Sushant, Rhea Chakraborty, film producer Madhu Mantena as well as for herself, according to Republic TV. ## The NCB also questioned Jaya Shah about her chat with actress Namrata Shirodkar, however, she confessed that she does not remember anything about her chats with Namrata and also denied any contact with a drug peddler who would supply the banned drugs to her. ## Jaya's chats with Rhea Chakraborty revealed that she advised the latter to put 4 drops of CBD oil in his (possibly Sushant) tea/coffee and give it 30-40 minutes to kick-in after he is done drinking.## ICYDK, CBD oil is a product that's derived from cannabis. It's a type of cannabinoid, which are the chemicals naturally found in marijuana plants. Though recreational cannabis use is illegal in India, CBD doesn't create a "high" effect or any form of intoxication. ## Stay tuned...

Ayushmann Khurrana Makes To The Time's 100 Most Influential People List
2088 days ago
Bollywood

Ayushmann Khurrana Makes To The Time's 100 Most Influential People List

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has included another feather in his already sparkling hat as he has made this year's Time Magazine's list of 100 Most Influential People in the world. The star actor makes to the hugely respected US magazine with some of the top international stars. ## Best known for his movies like AndhaDhun, Badhaai Ho, Subh Mangal Savdhaan, the 36-year old listed under Artists, which also includes Oscar winner, Korean filmmaker Bong Joon-ho, actor Michael B Jordan, Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and musicians Jennifer Hudson and Selena Gomez, among others.## Apart from Ayushmann, the other Indians who featured in this list are Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Google CEO Sunder Pichai, London-based Indian origin doctor Ravindra Gupta who found a cure for AIDS, Bilkis - Dadi of Shaheen Bagh. ## Deepika Padukone, who also featured in the list in 2018, has written an essay on Ayushmann Khurrana for naming in this prestigious list. ## "I remember Ayushmann Khurrana vividly from his debut film, Vicky Donor. He had, of course, been a part of the entertainment industry in various other ways for several years before that, but the reason you and I talk about him today is because of the impact he has been able to create through memorable films and iconic characters. Where male protagonist roles often fall into the trap of stereotypical masculinity, Ayushmann has successfully and convincingly transformed into characters who challenge those very stereotypes".## "In India, with a population of more than 1.3 billion, only a tiny percentage of people see their dreams come alive, and Ayushmann Khurrana is one of them. You're probably wondering, How? Talent and hard work. Sure, that goes without saying. But more important, patience, perseverance, and fearlessness. A little insight for those who dare to dream".## View this post on Instagram TIME's list of the 100 Most Influential People in the world is out, I'm honored to be a part of this group: time.com/time100 @TIME #TIME100 A post shared by Ayushmann Khurrana (@ayushmannk) on Sep 22, 2020 at 7:13pm PDT ## Ayushmann said in a statement as narrated by NDTV, "I'm truly humbled with the recognition that TIME has bestowed on me. As an artist, I have only looked to contribute towards bringing a positive change in society through cinema and this moment is a huge validation of my belief system and my journey. I have always believed that cinema has the power to bring about change by triggering the right conversations among people and society. Hopefully, through my content choices, I have been able to contribute towards my country and countrymen."## Ayushmann is one of only a few actors in the industry who are known for choosing fearless roles which gives a social message. He won the National Award for Best Actor last year for his work in AndhaDhun, a thriller in which he played the complex role of a pianist who pretends to be blind. ## Stay tuned...

Nani Feels Shahid Kapoor Will Take Hindi Remake Of Jersey To Bigger Audience
2089 days ago
Bollywood

Nani Feels Shahid Kapoor Will Take Hindi Remake Of Jersey To Bigger Audience

Telugu superstar, Jersey fame, Nani is feeling honored that his movies are being remade and happy with the fact that his work is being praised in the Hindi film industry. ## The superstar also believes that since the Hindi remake of his hit Telugu movie Jersey star Shahid Kapoor, the movie will reach the bigger audience. ## "The fact that my films are being remade itself is a compliment that they like my work. Somebody is remaking that (because) they loved it, and when it comes to Jersey, I am so glad that a story so beautiful will be narrated to a bigger audience", Nani told IANS.## "When somebody like Shahid is doing it in Hindi so I am sure it will be reaching a bigger audience," he added.## The 'V' star also said that he is happy with the fact that the Hindi audience will watch the story Gowtam Tinnanuri narreted even after the people might not know him or might don't know that it is a remake of a Telugu film. ## Meanwhile, Nani starrer Telugu action thriller film 'V' recently released on Amazon Prime Video on September 5. Directed by Mohana Krishna Indraganti, the movie also starred Sudheer Babu, Nivetha Thomas, and Aditi Rao Hydari in the prominant roles. ## Stay tuned...

Payal Ghosh Clarifies Why She Named Huma Qureshi, Mahie Gill, Richa Chadha In MeToo Charge Against Anurag Kashyap
2089 days ago
Bollywood

Payal Ghosh Clarifies Why She Named Huma Qureshi, Mahie Gill, Richa Chadha In MeToo Charge Against Anurag Kashyap

Actress Payal Ghosh has been facing a lot of criticism within the film industry for naming Huma Qureshi, Mahie Gill, and Richa Chadha in the MeToo allegations against the filmmaker Anurag Kashyap. However, the actress has now clarified that her intention was not to defame anyone. ## Speaking to IANS, Payal Ghosh explained that she said only what, Anurag Kashyap told her when he tried to sexually harass her in 2014. ## "I have said what Anurag said to me, whether it was a good thing or bad. I have also shared the good stuff like when he said he is a big fan of Amitji (Amitabh Bachchan), and now he talks to him for work. This is a very big achievement, and it inspires me as well", Payal told IANS.## "He also told me that he is in constant touch with filmmaker Karan Johar. I have also shared the good things he told me about other people. It is not like I am sharing only the negative", she added.## Late last week, Payal claimed that Anurag tried to molest her in 2014. She said that in order to convince her, Anurag said that "all the actresses he has worked with are just a call away". Now she said that the filmmaker does not respect women and only pretends himself as a flagbearer of women empowerment. ## "He acts like a flagbearer of women empowerment, women liberation, and feminism. What kind of a person he is when he says such things about his actress friends after meeting me for just two days? Does he respect women like this?", she added. ## "I didn't take their names. Unke saath mera lena dena nahi hai (I have nothing to do with them). I don't even know them, why would I take their name? I shared what Anurag said to me as it is, to let people know what kind of a person he is. That is the whole point of me talking about it", she explained.## While talking about the actresses she named, Payal claims she didn't take their names to defame them as she doesn't even know them.## "It is a possibility that Anurag lied to me to convince me, or he might be saying the truth. I don't know. I am not even saying that, I am just mentioning what he said to me, not that they did it or didn't do it. I don't have any personal grudge against them, I don't know them or have met them, so why would I say anything against them?", she stated.## Richa Chadda and Huma Qureshi have decided to take legal action against Payal Ghosh for defaming their reputation. On this, Payal said, "I will handle it because I haven't said anything against them. I again say that I have shared what Anurag told me".## Stay tuned...

Rhea Chakraborty's Judicial Custody Extended Till October 6 By Special Court; NCB Summons Deepika Padukone's Manager Karishma
2089 days ago
Bollywood

Rhea Chakraborty's Judicial Custody Extended Till October 6 By Special Court; NCB Summons Deepika Padukone's Manager Karishma

Bollywood actress Rhea Chakraborty's and her brother Showik's judicial custody was on Tuesday extended till October 6 by a special Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, court. ## Rhea Chakraborty was arrested by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on September 8 for her alleged involvement in a drug case linked to Sushant Singh Rajput's death on June 14 and were sent to 14-days judicial custody. ## According to news agency ANI, both Rhea and Showik moved bail applications in the Bombay High Court. Her lawyer Satish Manshinde said the matter will come up for hearing on Wednesday and the details of the application will be shared after the hearing.## On the other hand, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), in widening its probe into the drug's connection with Bollywood, has summoned Karishma Prakash, the manager of actor Deepika Padukone, and Dhruv Chitgopekar, CEO of the Kwan talent management agency for questioning.## The official of NCB said that they have been summoned as some WhatsApp chats showed they were allegedly involved in the drug case. Besides Karishma Prakash and Dhruv, the NCB has also summoned Sushant's former manager Shruti Modi and talent manager Jaya Saha for more questioning.## NCB will also be issuing summons to Bollywood actors Sara Ali Khan, Shraddha Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, and fashion designer Simone Kambhatta this week for questioning in connection with its probe.## Stay tuned...

The Opening Dream 11 IPL 2020 Match Between CSK And MI Sets New Viewership Record In The World
2089 days ago
Cricket

The Opening Dream 11 IPL 2020 Match Between CSK And MI Sets New Viewership Record In The World

The Dream 11 Indian Premier League was kicked start on September 19 as Chennai Super Kings took on Mumbai Indians. The MS Dhoni-led CSK emereged as victorious as three times champions defeated defending champions by 5 wickets in a thrilling finish. ## Since the IPL 2020 is being played without crowd due to the covid-19 pandemic, it was expected that that crowds will watch the tournament on television and broadcasters were also assuming the highest rating of IPL this season. ## And now, the viewership result of the opening match between CSK and MI is probably higher than what broadcasters were hoping for.## As per the Broadcast Audience Research Council (BARC) report, an unprecedented 200 million people tuned in to watch the tournament opener which is the highest ever opening day viewership for any sporting league in any country. ## The BCCI Secretary Jay Shah took to his official Twitter handle and shared the viewership record which includes the viewership both on Star Sports India and Disney+Hostart VIP. ## Total viewership on @StarSportsIndia and @DisneyPlusHS.@starindia @ThakurArunS @BCCI— Jay Shah (@JayShah) September 22, 2020 ## The IPL is one of the most watched sports tournaments in the world while it is most watched cricket league in the world. So the viewership results aren't surprising at all with no crowd is allowed to watch the matches in the grounds. ## Stay tuned...