Child Star: Demi Lovato to make feature directorial debut with Hulu documentary on child stardom

Demi Lovato is officially headed to direct her first feature film, a Hulu documentary focusing on child stardom.

According to Variety, Lovato will co-direct Child Star (working title) alongside Nicola Marsh. Producers include Michael D. Ratner’s OBB Pictures, Lovato’s production banner DLG and Scooter Braun’s SB Projects. The three companies previously worked together on the pop star’s docuseries Dancing With the Devil, which was about Lovato’s personal life and struggles with addiction, particularly their near-fatal overdose in 2018.

Lovato’s upcoming feature-length documentary aims to “deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world’s most famous former child stars, including Lovato,” according to a press release. “The film will explore how children are propelled to superstardom at a young age and how their rise to fame, fortune, and power affects their futures.” The documentary will exclusively stream on Hulu in 2024. Notably, the streaming service is owned by Disney where Lovato began her acting career.

Additionally, the film features a number of interviews with former child stars. “Through intimate conversations led by Lovato, verité footage, and archival material from all subjects involved, the film will reach beyond the traditional narratives seen in op-eds and tabloids to consider the changing nature of growing up in an increasingly connected and public world,” as per the press release.

“There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home,” said Lovato in a statement. “Our project sheds light on important messages about growing up in the public eye, learning to protect our boundaries, and becoming active advocates of our own destinies. I’m humbled to be able to learn from the individuals who have lived the unique experience of child stardom and share their stories in our film.”

The Child Star documentary will exclusively stream on Hulu in 2024.

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Khushi Kapoor’s brown bodycon dress by Manish Malhotra lends a stylish touch to date night outfit

Khushi Kapoor has made a remarkable impact with her fashion experiments, as seen by her thoughtfully maintained Instagram account, which is no less than an up-to-date look book. Whatever the fashion, she has worn it. Khushi Kapoor’s wardrobe has lately caught our attention on Instagram thanks to her high fashion collaboration photoshoot contrasted with her candid picture dumps displaying her noteworthy sartorial interpretation of the season’s top trends. The young actor has repeatedly shown relevant and fashionable attire. The actor’s personal collection is brimming with strong sartorial punch, from daytime knitwear tastefully matched with pleated minis to cut-out items that double as everyday ensembles.

When Khushi Kapoor dresses up for an occasion, it’s tough to take your eyes off her. Don’t you concur? The young fashionista understands how to take over the internet with her effortless ability to wear both ethnic and Western attire. What has she added to her sassy fashion tales recently? The star-child donned a stunning black mesh bodycon dress by Manish Malhotra, one of the world’s most renowned fashion designers. The long dress had a closed neckline and distinctive patterns in a variety of colours from the “Diffuse” collection of the designer. Long sleeves with a chess motif were worn with the ensemble. It’s important to note that Khushi’s curvy body was accentuated by the OOTD’s figure-hugging style. Together with it, she wore earrings and rings. For makeup? She chose contouring, pink eyeshadow, glossy coloured lips, and winged eyeliner. Her hair of half-up, half-down was attractive.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Khushi will be making her debut with The Archies, the upcoming web film will be released on the OTT platform Netflix. Apart from Khushi Kapoor, it stars Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan’s daughter Suhana Khan, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson and Shweta Bachchan’s son Agastya Nanda, Mihir Ahuja, Aditi Dot, Yuvraj Menda, and Vedang Raina in key roles.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Khushi Kapoor

OUTFIT: Manish Malhotra

 

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Ananya Panday exudes her radiant glow in sky blue saree by Manish Malhotra for her cousin Alanna Panday’s wedding

Ananya Panday’s sartorial choices have been top-notch since she stepped into Bollywood. With her special wardrobe collection, Ananya has pleased the fashion police at Bollywood birthday parties, red-carpet events, and movie promotions. Ananya is fashionable, even while attending weddings, as seen by this picture. Alana Pandey, a cousin of Ananya Pandey, and her longtime partner Ivor McCrae got married yesterday. Pictures from the pre-wedding events, such as the bridal brunch, mehendi, and sangeet, have been shared by Ananya. The parents of Alana are Dean Pandey and Chikki Pandey. Ananya posted her outfit from her cousin’s wedding a day earlier, and Ananya looked like she had just stepped out of a dream.

Sarees are unique in the world of ethnic clothing. We absolutely adore getting into a saree, whether it’s for a celebration or wedding antics. We do not? More intriguingly, they are adaptable and available in a variety of designs and styles. Ananya Panday has reignited our love for sarees. She chose a gorgeous Manish Malhotra off the designer’s shelves. Sky blue was the lovely hue Ananya chose, with white flower borders adorning the whole saree border. Her outing was really enhanced by the delicate flower scallop motifs. She wore it with a similar strappy top that had a plunging neckline, embroidered silver straps, and silver embroidery all over, giving it a dazzling appearance.

Ananya completed her ensemble with bangles and a pearl necklace. She went for contoured cheeks, kohl-rimmed eyes, plenty of mascara, and a touch of dark brown lip colour for the day. She wore her hair open with soft curls, and it looked stunning.

She added the viral track ‘Dekha Ek Khwab X O Meri Laila (Mashup)’ to the video and in her caption, Ananya Panday wrote: “Ladki waale taiyaar hai (the bride’s squad is ready).” In the comments section, Ananya Panday’s BFF Suhana Khan wrote: “Oh myyyyy,” adding heart-eyed and fire emojis. Designer Manish Malhotra dropped heart emojis in the comments section.

SUMMARY OF LOOK DETAILS:

ACTRESS: Ananya Panday

OUTFIT: Manish Malhotra

STYLIST: Tanya Ghavri

MAKE-UP: Sahithya Shetty

HAIR: Ayesha Devitre

 

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BTS’ Jimin drops cinematic ‘Set Me Free Pt. 2’ music video depicting the will to overcome pain

Following a series of concept photos and teasers, Jimin of pop icons BTS unveiled his pre-release track “Set Me Free Pt.2” today, ahead of his first official solo album FACE set to release on March 24. The official music video of “Set Me Free Pt.2” was unveiled on Friday and it is a masterpiece.

“Set Me Free Pt.2” is a hip-hop track that portrays Jimin’s resolution to free himself by overcoming the pain, sorrow, and emptiness hidden deep inside him. Intense brass and drum lines sonically convey the track’s truthful message, while the choir and orchestra sound strengthen its grand atmosphere. As the repeated lyrics “Set me free,” and “finally free” suggest, the core message of ‘freedom’ pierces through the song.

The accompanying music video visually accentuates the track’s ambiance through explosive yet transcendentally controlled choreography by Jimin with a number of dancers in a circular space suggestive of a Panopticon. In one part, Jimin has German poem by Rainer Maria Rilke written on his bare body which translates to “I live my life in ever-widening circles / that stretch themselves out over all the things. / I won’t, perhaps, complete the last one / but I intend on trying.”

The cinematic uses of camera movements, angles, and lighting reveal the strong will to overcome the repeated struggles and hurt, and finally liberate himself.

Set to be released on March 24, FACE delves into Jimin’s story of fronting his true self and making a new leap forward as an artist.

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Photos: Sidharth Malhotra, Kriti Sanon, Vidya Balan and MC Stan snapped at the airport

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Lawrence Bishnoi threatens Salman Khan; asks him to ‘apologize’ to his community

Readers would recall the 1990s blackbuck case where allegedly Salman Khan along with a few cast members of Hum Saath Saath Hain was accused of killing the rare species. Soon after the case, Khan received several threatening notes and was even attacked, which was later reportedly said to be the work of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The gangster, who is currently in jail for allegedly murdering Punjabi musician Sidhu Moosewala, is said to have threatened the actor and has asked Khan to apologize to his community.

Claiming that the blackbuck is expected to be an auspicious species of his community, Lawrence Bishnoi has reportedly maintained that his entire community has been furious with Salman Khan. In a report shared by ABP News, Bishnoi was quoted saying, “There is anger in our society for Salman Khan. He humiliated my society. A case was filed against him but he did not apologise. If he does not tender an apology, be ready to face the consequences. I will not depend on anyone else.” He went on to add that he has been harboring the feeling of hatred ever since childhood. Bishnoi continued, “Will break his ego sooner or later. He should come to our deity’s temple and apologise. If our society forgives, then I will not say anything.”

While several reports in the past have spoken about Bishnoi not only threatening but also attacking Salman Khan, in the recent years, the threats resurfaced after the murder of Sidhu Moosewala. In fact, Salim Khan too is reportedly said to have been threatened when he went for his usual morning jog in Mumbai, followed by which Salman Khan applied for weapons license. As of now, the actor is said to have been granted the same.

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“I will constantly innovate to disrupt” – says Pathaan director Siddharth Anand

Siddharth Anand has delivered two monstrous hits back to back with War and now Pathaan, which has also become the all-time biggest worldwide-grossing Hindi film in the history of cinema. With this incredible feat, Siddharth is currently the undisputed number-one director in the Hindi film industry. In fact, Siddharth and the visionary S.S. Rajamouli are also the only two directors in the coveted Rs. 500 crore nett collection club in Hindi format.

Siddharth has been entrusted by Aditya Chopra of Yash Raj Films, to start two of the biggest IP’s in Indian cinema today – War and Pathaan. Sid, through his mastery over the genre of action entertainers, has delivered the biggest hits of superstars Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan & Hrithik Roshan in these high-octane spy films.

Siddharth says, “What has always inspired me as a filmmaker is to push the boundary and innovate. If you look at War and now Pathaan, you will realise that though I’m dabbling with the same genre of action, I have tried to explore in doing things that have never been seen before in India. Like the detailing in Pathaan is better than War and it will only get better in my future projects because I’m a hungry director seeking perfection with each film. That’s what drives me, I will constantly innovate to disrupt.”

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