At Cannes 2025, Jacqueline Fernandez represents India; Nitanshi Goel honors Madhubala and Meena Kumari with her appearance

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez came at the French Riviera on day three to represent Indian cinema, skipping the red carpet walk at the opening ceremony. She posted photos of her joy at being honored and recognized as one of the honorees at the "Women in Cinema" program. The Indian film industry is expected to send a stellar lineup to the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, which will include debutants Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter as well as event veterans like Aishwarya Rai. On Day 1 of the 78th annual film festival, a few others, like Urvashi Rautela and Payal Kapadia, already walked the red carpet. In a nod to the great Indian actresses, Nitanshi Goel, star of Lapataa Ladies, too made her debut walking in traditional attire. In keeping with this year's dress code of "no nudity and no volume," the Kick star showed up at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival wearing a silver-toned outfit that included a white shirt, matching bottom, and bedazzled metallic silver chains that reached her waist. She looked stunning with her hair pulled back in a bun. A touch of elegance was added with matching earrings, black shoes, and minimal makeup.She was one of the top six international honorees recognized by the Red Sea Film Festival's new initiative, together with Rungano Nyoni, Sarah Taibah, Elham Ali, Amina Khalil, Engfa Waraha, and Gaya Jiji. With the caption, "Cannes Day 1 with @redseafilm," Jacqueline shared the photos with her followers on Instagram. I'm honored to be a part of the Women in Cinema campaign, which supports female filmmakers. #womenincinema #redseafilmfoundation #redseaiff.  

Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible: Final Reckoning Receives a 5-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes 2025. View Nighttime Photos

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hollywood actor Tom Cruise arrived at the Cannes Film Festival in style on Wednesday night, thrilling fans as he made his way to the premiere of his new movie, "Mission: Impossible -- The Final Reckoning."Christopher McQuarrie, his longtime partner and director, accompanied the 61-year-old actor on the red carpet. The star was spotted signing autographs and taking photographs with admirers. When fans saw the actor, they were also seen waving posters and other items from Cruise's previous movies, such as Mission: Impossible II and The Last Samurai. According to The Hollywood Reporter, some even made a little homage to Cruise's Top Gun co-star Val Kilmer. This time, after its Wednesday debut at the Grand Theatre Lumiere, Tom Cruise's film earned a thunderous 5-minute standing ovation.It was seen that the Hollywood celebrity thanked the festival attendees. He reflected on his thirty years as the face of Mission: Impossible and remarked, "I'm very grateful to be a part of this franchise."The actor also gave the director, who has directed four of the franchise's movies, respect. Tom Cruise referred to the filmmaker as "absolutely brilliant," saying, "Every step of the way, what you've done, how you've expanded it, how you just went beyond our expectations." "I couldn't have imagined anything like this as a child, to be here in Cannes and have these moments," he remarked. "I'm really appreciative that I've been able to amuse you with this franchise for thirty years."  

"From Laapataa Ladies To Now Standing On The Global Stage At Cannes" is how Nitanshi Goel describes her happiness at making her Cannes debut.

A pleasant surprise was Kiran Rao's Laapataa Ladies, which were led by Nitanshi Goel, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Pratibha Ranta. The movie was made available on Netflix on April 26, 2024. As it progressed, the movie won both Indian and international awards and achieved significant milestones.This year, the 17-year-old girl who portrayed Phool in Laapataa Ladies is ready to make her Cannes debut. One of the ambassadors of the beauty company L'Oréal Paris, which has been connected to Cannes for the past 28 years, will be Nitanshi."I came into this industry with aspirations of making things happen for me," Nitanshi added, beaming. I'm getting closer to realizing them, from the amazing journey of Laapataa Ladies to now standing on the international platform at Cannes. I am the girl who stands in for all Indian girls who have lofty goals and are prepared to pursue them no matter what.""It is a moment of pure joy to be able to represent those girls on a global stage," she remarked. I want to empower all women who are taking control of their lives, goals, and careers by appearing on the carpet. It is truly an honor.This year, Nitanshi Goel will be going to Cannes with a number of other Indian celebrities. Alia Bhatt, Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, Karan Johar, Neeraj Gahwyn, Sharmila Tagore, Jacqueliene Fernandez, Shalini Passi, Urvashi Rautela, Vishal Jethwa, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan are among the celebrities on the list. This year, Payal Kapadia, who made history last year when she won the Grand Prix for her film All We Imagine As Light, is returning to the jury. In honor of Satyajit Ray's Aranyer Din Ratri, veteran actress Sharmila Tagore will be in attendance. A restored 4K version of the film will be screened in special.

"With the exception of Priyanka, Karan Johar is praising Indian celebrities at the 2025 Met Gala. "

Indian celebs' Met Gala 2025 outfits were appraised by filmmaker Karan Johar. He named everyone, including Kiara Advani, Diljit Dosanjh, and Shah Rukh Khan, but Priyanka Chopra was not on his list.On Tuesday, as everyone's eyes were on the Met Gala 2025, filmmaker Karan Johar practically sat in the front row to examine the fashion. Johar, who is well-known for his passion for fashion, gave the notable appearances of Indian celebrities that illuminated the famous stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York high marks. He neglected to mention Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who also attended the event with her American husband-musician, Nick Jonas, even though he gave a thanks to all the Indian names showcasing their best fashion foot forward.Johar hand-picked his favorites among the Indian contingent in a series of Instagram stories, praising designer Manish Malhotra, Isha Ambani, Kiara Advani, Diljit Dosanjh, and Shah Rukh Khan. The appearance of Shah Rukh Khan was truly momentous. KJo concurred. As the first Indian male actor to walk the Met Gala red carpet, SRK wore a special Sabyasachi outfit, complete with a massive diamond 'K' pendant and a tiger sceptre. ALLL HAIL THE MET'S KING. He posted his Instagram story about the celebrity, saying, "The internet just broke into a gazillion hearts!!!!! @iamsrk. bhai you RULE! (sic)."  

Trailer for Dabba Cartel: Jyotika and Shabana Azmi promise an engrossing program

A compelling criminal drama about five women whose dabba business unexpectedly brings them into the perilous realm of a drug gang is revealed in the teaser for Netflix's Dabba gang.Five middle-class women, including Jyotika and Shabana Azmi, find their seemingly normal dabba (tiffin) business involved in a narcotics gang in the suspenseful criminal drama "Dabba Cartel" trailer. As they negotiate a high-stakes scenario involving a pharmaceutical firm and a covert drug trafficking, the series, which is directed by Hitesh Bhatia, investigates a web of lies, crime, and deception. The show, which was directed by Hitesh Bhatia, follows a pharmaceutical corporation and a covert drug trade as they negotiate a complex web of deceit, criminality, and lies.  

Not a young lad to take humiliation, the cops say as Sonu Nigam speaks out about the Bengaluru concert row. "

After being criticized for bringing up the Pahalgam incident when a fan requested that he sing in Kannada, singer Sonu Nigam clarified his position on Instagram.Regarding a recent video of him performing in Karnataka that landed him in hot water, singer Sonu Nigam spoke out. He was criticized for allegedly bringing up the Pahalgam incident after declining to play in Kannada at a fan's request. On Monday, he shared an explanation of what transpired.Sonu Nigam provides an explanation of the events during the Karnataka concert. In his note, Sonu stated that he had shown "unprecedented love" for language, culture, music, and performers from "anywhere in the world," not just Karnataka. In addition, he asserted that he "admired" Kannada music more than Hindi ones. Sonu claimed that anytime he is in Karnataka, he prepares more than an hour's worth of Kannada songs. He asserted, however, that a fan "humiliated" him during the performance and felt "threatened" by a person his son's age. "I am not a young boy to take humiliation from anyone," he stated. Considering that I am 51 years old and in my second half of life, I have the right to take offense to someone as young as my son threatening me in front of thousands of people in the name of a language—Kannada, which is my second language at work. After my first song of the show, at that! He agitated some more. They were being asked to stop talking by their own people, who were ashamed.  

Munawar Faruqui’s acting debut First Copy dives into the world of piracy. Watch the teaser now.

Munawar Faruqui, a social media influencer who later became an actor, gained notoriety immediately following his victory on Bigg Boss 17. In addition to teasing fans about his acting debut, Munawar has been experimenting with the internet by serving as a judge on a few reality series on the over-the-top (OTT) realm. Additionally, his admirers got a sneak peek at his first effort, First Copy, on the occasion of Eid. The show, which centers on piracy, also features actress Krystle D'souza."Maal nakli hai, par Arif ka swag bilkul asli hai!" Munawar commented on Instagram after posting the preview. The first copy will be available for free streaming on Amazon MX Player exclusively in June. The 1990s Mumbai, where the film business must contend with the threat of piracy, is the setting for the thriller First Copy. With the online leak of Salman Khan's most recent film, Sikandar, just one day before its premiere, privacy has become a significant issue in the film industry. The show also features Meiyang Chang, Raza Murad, and Gulshan Grover in addition to Munawar and Krystle. "Arif's story is a testament to survival in a world where nothing comes easy," Munawar Faruqui said in a statement regarding the project. I've been able to explore his complexity through my portrayal, including his charm, intensity, and emotional struggle. You will be taken by surprise at every turn on this adventure.  

PM Modi declares WAVES 2025 to be a worldwide celebration of creativity at the ideal moment to "create in India, create for the world."

At the WAVES summit on Thursday, May 1, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized "creative responsibility," stating that we must protect the next generation from notions that are anti-human. He stated that as the world is searching for fresh approaches to storytelling, this is the ideal moment to "create in India, create for the world."At the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, the Prime Minister opened the World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit (WAVES) 2025, describing it as a transformative platform that brings together global innovators, storytellers, producers, and policymakers. Speaking in Mumbai at the @WAVESummitIndia. It showcases India's artistic prowess on a worldwide scale. This link: https://t.co/U4WQ4Ujv8q — May 1, 2025, Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)"Today, artists, innovators, investors, and policy makers from more than 100 nations have gathered under one roof," Mr. Modi said in a keynote speech to a crowded auditorium of international delegates from as many as 30 countries. We are establishing the groundwork for a worldwide talent and innovation ecosystem. Every artist and creative has access to WAVES, which is such a global platform.  

HIT 3, Box Office Day 1 Morning Occupancy: Nani Sets All-Time High, Overtaking His No. 1 Opener With Nearly 18% Increase in Occupancy!

Finally showing in theaters, Nani's HIT 3 is a huge hit everywhere. The movie, which was released in several languages, was predicted to perform well in Telugu, and that is exactly what is happening. Given how well it started on day one, it is safe to say that it has beyond all expectations. It was complete chaos during the morning shows, and the Natural Star had its best-ever start. For a thorough report on box office occupancy, continue reading!The Telugu action thriller created a lot of buzz at the box office because it was the third episode in the HIT Universe. Moviegoers have been genuinely interested in the film since Nani joined the ensemble. Additionally, it gained extra publicity thanks to promotional materials and the censor board's adult certification. Overall, HIT 3 had the ideal stage, as seen by the excellent advance reservations for the opening day. The pre-sales in Telugu states ended at about 8 crore gross. Through day one pre-sales, it earned approximately 10 crore at the Indian box office nationwide.The morning occupancy is excellent! HIT 3 did well in morning shows at the Indian box office, helped along by a lot of talk and the Labor Day holiday. In the main Telugu version, it had an outstanding occupancy rate of about 80%. This is Nani's career-highest day 1 morning occupancy, and it's really ridiculous. On the first day, Dasara, his largest opener, had a 68% occupancy rate in morning shows (Telugu). Comparatively speaking, HIT 3 outperformed Dasara with a 17.64% increase in morning occupancy, suggesting that the movie will take everyone by surprise by the end of the day.  

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How The Internet Reacted To Manish Malhotra Hinting At Nysa Devgan's Bollywood Debut

New Delhi: Despite not having yet been on screen, Nysa Devgn has a sizable fan base. She is frequently spotted out and about in the city, and her photos and videos quickly become viral on social media. Internet fans quickly noticed the diva's newest post, which was shared by master designer Manish Malhotra. Although Nysa looked lovely in a lehenga, Manish's caption accompanying the photo was what really caught everyone's attention. Nysa may have been preparing for a Bollywood debut, according to the caption. The headline read, "Nysa, Cinema Awaits you, @nysadevgan stunning in our #Evara collection, handwoven brocade lehanga with intricate embrodiery by Indian artisans."Orry, Nysa's friend and internet celebrity, also responded to the gallery by leaving a comment that said, "Can't wait for your debut @nysadevgan." Singer Kanika Kapoor responded to Kajol's string of red hearts in the comments section by saying that she looks stunning. At News18's Rising Bharat Summit 2025 earlier this month, Kajol was questioned regarding Nysa's intentions to pursue a career in movies. Kajol responded angrily, stating that her daughter is approaching her 22nd birthday and now has no plans."Bilkul nahi..no, I think..woh 22 saal ki ho gayi hai..hone wali hai abhi," Kajol had said. She seems to have decided that "ki nahi aane wali hai abhi." In addition to their son Yug, Kajol and Ajay Devgn welcomed Nysa into the world in 2003. Kajol had shared a cute post for Nysa on her birthday earlier this month. "Am I her blueprint or is she mine?" it said. I can't tell right now because I always have so much to learn from you. I adore you, my sweetheart. May the sun always shine for you and may the breeze always blow through your rock star hair in the proper direction.  

At age 73, master auteur Shaji N. Karun dies.

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Shaji N. Karun, a great filmmaker, cinematographer, and one of the nation's most profound visual poets, passed away, leaving the film industry without an icon. He was seventy-three. His films showed pain through the tiny, nearly imperceptible cracks in the heart rather than through large movements. As though one were living inside one of his own stories, his death has an uncanny familiarity. His fans are now enveloped in the same oppressive quiet.His critically acclaimed films, Piravi (1988), Swaham (1994), Vanaprastham (1999), and Kutty Srank (2009), are his most well-known works. At the 1989 Cannes Film Festival, his first feature, Piravi, took home the Caméra d'Or Special Mention and the National Award for Best Director. Swaham was only the second Indian film to be chosen for the competition part, and he also went to Cannes. Vanaprastham received a great deal of national and worldwide acclaim. He was the head of the Kerala State Film Development Corporation at the time of his death.Shaji was born in Kollam in 1952 and was raised in a culturally sensitive family. His mother fostered his passion for literature and the classical arts, while his father was employed in the revenue department. The family relocated to Thiruvananthapuram in 1963, when Shaji attended University College and Palkulangara High School. He enrolled in the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune in 1971 and received a gold medal in cinematography upon graduating in 1974. Genesis, his graduation film, had already begun to draw attention.  

From Manichitrathazhu to Nadodikkattu, and now Thudarum: Mohanlal, Shobana's go-to resource for amazing on-screen chemistry

How can you tell whether you're in love? There is, however, a simple method! Watch the music video for "Vaisakha Sandhye" from the 1987 comedy-drama Nadodikkattu, directed by Sathyan Anthikad.Yes, this may sound like a dumb notion. But try it. You would start reimagining the frames with you and your special someone, exactly like Mohanlal and Shobana are doing in those shots, as Dasan (Mohanlal) and Radha (Shobana) enjoy each other's affection in the middle of their ordinary, working-class lives, accompanied by Shyam's ethereal tune, Yusufali Kechery's passionate lyrics, and KJ Yesudas' calming vocals. You would also realize at that point who you would like to relive those events with. It may seem unbelievable, yet it is a reality that many Malayalees have done this at least once in their lives!The unmatched on-screen chemistry between Mohanlal and Shobana is unquestionably what made the song what it is — a song born out of the beat that the heart skipped. Of course, the way the story developed up to this point and the filmmaker's vision played a big part in the track's iconic status. However, this wasn't the first (or last) film or sequence that highlighted their incredible scene-stealing ability. And Thudarum, directed by Tharun Moorthy, is the most recent in a long line of movies whose beauty is enhanced by the presence of Mohanlal and Shobana.  

Following Dilwale, Rohit Shetty discusses his disagreement with Shah Rukh Khan. This is the reason they aren't working on movies together.

With Chennai Express, Shah Rukh Khan and Rohit Shetty's cooperation was a success, but Dilwale was unable to recreate the same enchantment. A rumor of a breach between the two has been circulating ever since. Now that Rohit has officially addressed the rumors, they may be put to rest. Also see: According to Rohit Shetty, young performers are "insecure" and afraid of failing. "They use social media excessively. "Following Dilwale's disastrous box office performance, Rohit Shetty addressed rumors of a falling out with Shah Rukh Khan in a recent interview with Komal Nahta on his Game Changers podcast. “Nahi aisa kuch nahi” (nothing like that), he said.Ek respect hai humare beech me aur Dilwale ke baad ye hua ki instantly phir humne humare khud ki production house kholi," Rohit continued. Kiya ki hum khud ki filmein banayenge humne decision kiya ki. Jabki loss nahi hua thi, agar loss bhi ho to humara ho. (We respect one another. After Dilwale, we opened our own production company. We made the decision to produce our own movies so that we would be responsible for any losses. We did not, however, lose in Dilwale.The director also mentioned how well-received Dilwale was abroad. Notably, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan produced Dilwale under the Red Chillies Entertainment production company. Released on December 19, 2015, Dilwale clashed with Bajirao Mastani, a period drama directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, and Priyanka Chopra.  

Reviews of Kesari Chapter 2 on Twitter: Supporters demand that Akshay Kumar receive a national award; Ananya and R Madhavan steal the show

Reviews of Kesari Chapter 2 on Twitter: Following a special screening, social media users turned to X to express their opinions about Kesari Chapter 2.Reviews of Kesari Chapter 2 on Twitter: The first reviews of Kesari Chapter 2 have been released, and they are overwhelmingly positive for the main performers, R Madhavan, Ananya Panday, and Akshay Kumar. Social media users have praised the movie as outstanding, with some even claiming that Akshay should win a National Award for his performance. It appears that the movie has left a lasting impression. See also: Akshay Kumar expresses gratitude to PM Narendra Modi for paying tribute to Sankaran Nair prior to the publication of Kesari Chapter 2. Initial thoughts on Kesari Chapter 2 on X Following a special screening, social media users rushed to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express their opinions about Kesari Chapter 2. The microblogging site was a flurry of positive comments and responses.“Excellent screening of #Kesari Chapter 2! The truth is out, General Dyer exposed! Amazing performance by @akshaykumar, @ananyapandayy and @ActorMadhavan! Thanks to Union Minister @HardeepSPuri Ji and @amishra77 ji for this special premiere,” wrote one user. Another post shared, “The clapping at the end from the special screening of #KesariChapter2 says it all that just like #SkyForce this movie will also be going to get a standing ovation from the audience in the theatres”.  

Salman Khan death threat: Gujarati suspect's identity is made public

Mumbai poses a death threat to Salman Khan A 26-year-old Gujarati resident has been served with a notice by police to appear before them in two to three days.Salman Khan death threat: The actor's security has been strengthened in response to the threat made by a 26-year-old Gujarati resident.Salman Khan death threat: Gujarat Police have located the individual who threatened Bollywood star Salman Khan with death once more. The suspect, a 26-year-old guy from a village in the Vadodara district's Waghodia area, allegedly threatened to break into Khan's house in Mumbai and put a bomb in his vehicle in a message. According to the Mumbai Police, the individual has been given notice to come in within two to three days. Section 351 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has also been used to file a lawsuit against the Gujarati resident, and security has been increased outside Khan's Bandra home.What was the message about Salman Khan's death threat? On Sunday, April 13, the Mumbai Traffic Police's WhatsApp hotline received the menacing message. It contained warnings that the actor protected by Y-Plus would be physically harmed and that his vehicle would be blown up. The threat was made precisely one year after gunfire was heard outside Khan's home in Bandra.  

Fans are astounded by Jaideep Ahlawat's "Jaadu" dances in "Jewel Thief," as is Vijay Varma.

Known for portraying tough, no-nonsense characters, Jaideep Ahlawat has shocked everyone with his dance moves to the song "Jaadu" from his upcoming over-the-top movie "Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins." Because of the actor's unexpected intensity on the dance floor, the song, which was released earlier this week, has already become a phenomenon.Fans were shocked, but actor Vijay Varma, Jaideep's longtime friend and fellow student at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), had one of the most candid responses. Vijay posted a video of the song on his Instagram story with the caption, "Yaar Ahlawat FTII fresher party ke baad ab dekhe ye moves," because he was so impressed by the dance moves.Additionally, he commented on the video that Jaideep posted on Instagram. Fans praised the actor when the video of his dancing performance went viral on the Internet. "My man Jaideep Alahawat got some moves!!!" exclaimed one supporter. Give him one solo record so he can dance right now. An additional person expressed complete disbelief, saying, "Jaideep Alahawat dancing!!!?  

Who perishes in the White Lotus Season 3 conclusion, and where will Season 4 take place?

A significant character dies at the end of each season of the television series The White Lotus. Armond (Murray Bartlett) died at the end of Season 1, while Tanya McQuoid (Jennifer Coolidge), a beloved character, met a horrible end in Season 2. Following tradition, the show's most recent season, which took place on the Thai island of Koh Samui, featured the deaths of key characters. For those who haven't seen the episode, use this as a spoiler alert.An explanation of the conclusion of White Lotus Season 3 Throughout the season, we witnessed Walton Goggins's character Rick Hatchett's desire to murder Scott Glenn's character Jim Hollinger. Rick held Jim accountable for his father's passing. Rick returns to the resort from Thailand in the last episode. He seems calm, but when he sees Jim, who ridicules him and his mother, his calmness is upended. Rick becomes enraged by this and shoots Jim in a fit of rage. In a cruel twist of events, Rick later learns that Jim was, in fact, his biological father.Rick's rage will have terrible repercussions. When Rick's love, Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood), is murdered in the crossfire, he suffers yet another setback. Her body is seen being taken in his arms. The mystery surrounding the body seen at the start of Season 3 is soon solved when hotel security guard Gaitok (Tayme) chooses to murder Rick.  

"Ironically or not, today is World Health Day," says Tahira Kashyap, whose breast cancer has returned after seven years.

In 2018, Tahira Kashyap received a breast cancer diagnosis. She is Ayushmann Khurrana's wife.Filmmaker Tahira Kashyap has reported the second recurrence of her breast cancer. Tahira wrote a message on Instagram on Monday, discussing her experience fighting cancer once more.Relapses of Tahira Kashyap's cancer She posted, "The power of regular screening or the seven-year itch: it's a perspective." I chose the latter and would advise everyone who needs to get regular mammograms to do the same. I still got this in round two."When life gives you lemons, make lemonade," Tahira wrote as the caption for the photo. You carefully squeeze them into your favorite kala khatta drink and enjoy it with all the good intentions when life gets too kind and throws them at you again. for two reasons: first, it's a better drink, and second, you know you'll give it your all again (red heart emoji)."#mammogram #regularscreening I'm not afraid to say #breastcancer #onemoretime #let's go. It's #WorldHealthDay today, ironically. Let's take care of ourselves to the best of our abilities. "#gratitude through and through (emoji of folded hands)," she wrote at the end of her note.