EXCLUSIVE: Ranbir Kapoor admits there was negativity towards movies ahead of Brahmastra – “Everybody was waiting for good energy to be back”

Following years of anticipation and many delays, Brahmastra starring Ranbir Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan and Alia Bhatt released in the theatres on September 9 and opened to big numbers giving much relief to the cinemas. The film helmed by Ayan Mukerji received mixed reviews from critics and audiences but its reign at the box office seems unstoppable. But, both Ranbir and Alia admit that the support from the industry was immense for the film even though there was negativity towards Hindi projects.

In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Alia Bhatt said, “I don’t think I have ever gotten so many ‘all the best’ messages before a film. Everyone was wishing and praying for the film to do well. That spirit of the industry even before the release was very special to witness.”

Adding further, Ranbir Kapoor said, “On the first Friday, we also saw so many actors going to the theatres to see the film. That was also such a heartwarming site to see, to see that kind of support. Because actors usually ask for a trial or see it in the comfort of their home. We felt there was a lot of support…because there was so much negativity towards movies and things going-on on social media, so everybody was just waiting for good energy to be back at the movies.”

Since Brahmastra is a trilogy, the second part Brahmastra Part 2 – Dev, which will retrace the life of Dev, will hit the theatres in 2025. The plan is to film the second and third parts in continuation.

Meanwhile, Ranbir Kapoor will now begin the next schedule of Animal, helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, in October. It stars Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol and Rashmika Mandanna. He also has Luv Ranjan’s next with Shraddha Kapoor. It is set for Holi 2023 release. On the other hand, Alia Bhatt has already wrapped Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani. Directed by Karan Johar, it stars Ranveer Singh, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi. It is slated for a 2023 release.

ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt says she and Ranbir Kapoor aren’t ‘do jism ek jaan’ type couple: “We both respect our individual personalities and professional commitments together”

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Priyanka Chopra gets the best view of New York with daughter Malti Marie on their ‘first trip’; see photos

Priyanka Chopra has embraced motherhood and often shares glimpses of her baby girl, Malti Marie Chopra Jonas. The actress on Tuesday took to her Instagram account to share a series of photos of herself and Malti Marie together.

The mother-daughter duo was seen enjoying the gorgeous view of New York City. In pictures, her daughter was seen looking out of the window. Priyanka captioned the pictures, “Our first trip to the big (apple emoji),” as she added an evil-eye emoji.

 

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Her celebrity friends Ranveer Singh, Dia Mirza, and Sonali Bendre left a bunch of red heart emojis in the comment section. Hollywood actor Nina Dobrev wrote, “Best accessory in life,” and added a heart-eyed emoji.

The actress and her singer-husband Nick Jonas welcomed their first child through surrogacy earlier this year. “We are overjoyed to confirm that we have welcomed a baby via surrogate. We respectfully ask for privacy during this special time as we focus on our family,” Chopra announced via social media in January 2022. Their daughter was pre-mature and baby girl spent 100 days in NICU before she was brought home by her parents.

Priyanka Chopra arrived in New York for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Moment at UNGA ahead of the United Nations High-Level Week. She is UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2016 and has attended major events.

Ahead of her NYC trip, the actress hosted a grand celebration for husband Nick Jonas, who turned 30 over the weekend. There was a golf-themed party and all family members and close friends were in attendance.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Priyanka Chopra will be seen in the Hollywood rom-com, It’s All Coming Back To Me, and the Russo Brothers’ produced Prime Video series, Citadel with Richard Madden. She will be starring with Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in Farhan Akhtar’s Jee Le Zaraa.

ALSO READ: Priyanka Chopra Jonas attends UN General Assembly; says, ‘Global solidarity more important than ever’

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu to travel abroad for Treatment; all is not well with her health

For some weeks now alarming reports on Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s health condition have been heard in the Telugu film industry. It now comes to light that the Family Man actress is travelling to an undisclosed foreign country for medical assistance.

The entire Telugu film industry is abuzz with alarming reports on Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s health. A few weeks ago, Samantha suddenly ceased all public appearances and also went off the radar. Initially, this was taken to as a precautionary measure to cut down on all the unnecessary coverage that her life and career after the divorce were getting. But now I have it from very reliable sources in Hyderabad that all is not well with Samantha’s health. “She has been advised to stay completely out of the public glare,” a source reveals. Apparently, Samantha has postponed her next schedule for Kushi, the Telugu film that she is doing with Vijay Deverakonda.

While I would not like to discuss the nature of her alleged bad health I am sure Samantha’s fans would wish her a quick and final recovery.

Also Read: Samantha Ruth Prabhu to play a Princess; Ayushmann Khurrana to essay the role of Vampire in Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy

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K-pop group LE SSERAFIM to make first comeback with ANTIFRAGILE; album set to drop on October 17

K-pop rookie group LE SSERAFIM (KIM CHAEWON, SAKURA, HUH YUNJIN, KAZUHA, and HONG EUNCHAE) are set to return on October 17 with their second EP ANTIFRAGILE. Prior to the EP announcement on the global fandom platform Weverse on Sunday, LE SSERAFIM unveiled an EP title teaser DO YOU THINK IM FRAGILE? The aforementioned phrase appeared at the end of the music video for their debut single “FEARLESS,” sparking a great deal of curiosity and excitement among fans.

ANTIFRAGILE is their first EP in five months after their May debut EP FEARLESS. SOURCE MUSIC stated, “ANTIFRAGILE is an EP that portrays LE SSERAFIM’s inner world and attitude that become stronger in the face of hardships.” Following their debut, LE SSERAFIM will continue to talk on their strong will to move forward with unswerving fearlessness in the eyes of the world.

LE SSERAFIM’s debut EP FEARLESS achieved an impressive feat on YouTube and global streaming charts, by entering Billboard Global Excl. U.S chart in its first week and staying for nineteen consecutive weeks. Its music video exceeded 100 million views on YouTube within 100 days of its release. These mark the highest numbers among K-pop artists who debuted this year so far.

LE SSERAFIM’s ANTIFRAGILE, set for release on October 17 at 6 PM KST, is available to pre-order now.

ALSO READ: GOT7’s JAY B, K-pop groups LE SSERAFIM, Dreamcatcher, TREASURE, Lapillus confirmed to release new comeback albums

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Jacqueline Fernandez questioned for over 7 hours by Delhi Police in Rs. 200 crore money laundering case

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez was questioned for over 7 hours on Monday, September 19, by Delhi Police’s Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in the Rs. 200 crore money laundering case. This was the second time the actress was grilled by the EOW. She was questioned for over eight hours last week.

It was earlier reported that the conman had allegedly offered a motorcycle to Jacqueline Fernandez’ agent Prashant on his birthday but the latter declined the gift. The police earlier revealed that Sukesh had left the motorcycle along with the keys at Prashant’s residence, which was later seized by the police.

Previously, the actress was accused of having a connection with Sukesh Chandrashekhar and it was alleged that about Rs. 7.27 crores of funds were seized from the actress in the name of proceeds of crime. The actress has been previously questioned thrice in the same case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

According to a report in News18 earlier, a fixed deposit worth Rs. 7.12 crore was allegedly attached to Jacqueline Fernandez’ name. Infact, the ED estimated that Sukesh gifted gifts “worth Rs. 5.71 crore to Jacqueline using the extortion money. It is also said that Sukesh gave funds close to $173,000 and around 27,000 Australian dollars to a few close members of Jacqueline’s family.”

In Sukesh Chandrashekhar’s statement recorded earlier under Section 50 of the PMLA (Prevention of Money Laundering Act), Sukesh revealed that he gave as many as 15 pairs of earrings, five Birkin bags, and other luxury goods from brands like Chanel and Gucci to the actress. The conman also claimed that he gifted Jacqueline Cartier bangles and rings and a bracelet by Tiffany & Co. in addition to Rolex watches. He also claimed that he had given Jacqueline jewellery worth Rs. 7 crore and gifted her a horse named ‘Espuelah’.

In addition, Sukesh Chandrashekhar also extended a loan of $150,000 to Jacqueline Fernandez’ sister, who lives in the US. He allegedly also gave her a BMW X5 car and gifted Jacqueline’s parents a Maserati and her mother in Bahrain a Porsche. He reportedly also extended a loan of $50,000 to her brother in Australia.

In its chargesheet, the Delhi Police has accused Sukesh Chandrashekhar and 13 others of duping the wife of the former promoter of Ranbaxy to the tune of Rs. 200 crore. Officials believe Sukesh Chandrashekhar extorted Rs. 200 crore from the complainant by claiming that he would facilitate her husband’s release from prison.

ALSO READ: Jacqueline Fernandez gets summoned by EOW on September 19 in relation to Sukesh Chandrashekhar case

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Emraan Hashmi calls reports stating he was injured in stone pelting ‘inaccurate’: says, “People of Kashmir have been very warm and welcoming”

Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi is currently stationed in Kashmir shooting for his next, Ground Zero. He is accompanied by Sai Tamhankar who will reportedly play his wife in the upcoming film. However, recent reports cited that the actor had suffered injuries due to stone pelting incident that allegedly took place at a nearby market. It was also claimed that an FIR was registered following the incident. Now, Emraan Hashmi has taken to social media to clarify and said that the people of Kashmir have been warm and welcoming.

Emraan Hashmi on Tuesday morning took to his official Twitter account to inform that the reports about his injuries are inaccurate. He also stated that shooting in Kashmir has been amazing, especially in Srinagar and Pahalgam. “The people of Kashmir have been very warm and welcoming, it has been an absolute joy shooting in Srinagar and Pahalgam. The news of me being injured in a stone pelting incident is inaccurate,” he wrote on Twitter.

The people of Kashmir have been very warm and welcoming, it has been an absolute joy shooting in Srinagar and Pahalgam. The news of me being injured in a stone pelting incident is inaccurate .

— Emraan Hashmi (@emraanhashmi) September 20, 2022

In Ground Zero, Emraan Hashmi is reportedly essaying the role of an Army officer. The military drama also stars Zoya Hussain. The cast and crew recently wrapped their schedule in Srinagar and are currently stationed at Pahalgam. The film is being helmed by Tejas Deoskar, who is best known for Madhuri Dixit’s Marathi debut film Bucket List.

Meanwhile, Emraan Hashmi has an array of projects lined up, including Tiger 3 with Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. Helmed by Maneesh Sharma, the film will see Hashmi in the role of an antagonist. It is set for April 2023 theatrical release. Apart from this project, the actor is also starring in Selfiee along with Akshay Kumar. It is the Hindi remake of Prithviraj Sukumaran’s Driving License and is slated for February 2023 release.

ALSO READ: Karan Johar’s Dharmatic to make a web series on Nepotism vs Outsiders titled Show Time; Emraan Hashmi to play lead

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Purple Hearts breakout star Nicholas Galitzine to star in Harry Styles inspired novel adaptation The Idea Of You alongside Anne Hathaway

Prime Video on Monday announced that Purple Hearts breakout star Nicholas Galitzine will be seen next in The Idea of You in the role of Hayes Campbell, alongside Academy Award winner Anne Hathaway. The production of the Amazon Original movie will begin in October 2022.

The film, based on Robinne Lee’s bestselling eponymous contemporary novel based on Harry Styles, centers on Sophie (Hathaway), a 40-year-old divorced mother. Sophie’s husband Dan left her for a younger woman, and now he has cancelled his Coachella trip with their 15-year-old daughter. Sophie picks up the pieces and braves the crowds and desert heat. There, she meets 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Galitzine), the lead singer of the best boy band on the planet, August Moon.

Michael Showalter will direct The Idea Of You. Academy Award-winning producer Cathy Schulman will produce the film via her Welle Entertainment label, joined by Gabrielle Union and Anne Hathaway via her Somewhere Pictures label. Robinne Lee, Eric Hayes, Michael Showalter, and Jordana Mollick. Jennifer Westfeldt wrote the screenplay and will executive produce. I’ll Have Another’s Kian Gass will also executive produce the project.

Meanwhile, Nicholas Galitzine will next be seen in Prime Video’s romantic comedy Red, White & Royal Blue, based on Casey McQuiston’s New York Times and USA Today best-selling novel of the same name and Bottoms from MGM’s Orion Pictures. He also recently starred as the male lead in Netflix’s Purple Hearts, alongside Sofia Carson, and as Prince Robert in Prime Video’s Cinderella, opposite Camila Cabello.

ALSO READ: Anne Hathaway Channels Her ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Character at Michael Kors Show

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