Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently had the opportunity to attend Beyoncé’s spectacular Renaissance World Tour concert in London. Sharing the joyous experience with her fans, Priyanka took to Instagram to post a series of captivating pictures from the event. She was accompanied by her “main girls” mother Madhu Chopra, and close friend Tamanna Dutt.
The Instagram post not only captured the essence of the concert but also provided a glimpse into the cherished moments spent with family and friends. Priyanka’s joy was evident as she posed alongside her beaming mother and friend. Priyanka opted for a captivating black outfit featuring a cropped blouse with a plunging V neckline, quarter-length sleeves, and a gathered design on the front, complemented by a ribbon tie and a midriff-baring hem.
The fitted bust accentuated her figure flawlessly. Paired with this was a midi-length skirt that had a similar gathered ribbon tie detail, a thigh-high slit on the front, and a bodycon silhouette, adding an extra touch of allure to her overall look.
Coming back to the post, a video of Beyoncé’s daughter, Blue Ivy, dancing with the backup dancers was also featured in the collection. “I dream it, I work hard. I grind ’til I own it, I twirl on them haters’ – Beyoncé. Damn! What a woman and what a night. With my main girls @tam2cul @drmadhuakhourichopra. So glad you could finally see it @neeshnation. #blueivy was amazing dancers. Thank you #JayZ and Queen @beyonce for the incredible hospitality. Thank you @nickjonas for the most memorable night! Love you baby,” read the caption of her post.
Speaking of the professional front, Priyanka was last seen in Amazon Prime Video’s web show Citadel, along with Richard Madden. She has multiple projects in her kitty including a Bollywood film, titled Jee Le Zaraa. The upcoming flick will be directed by Farhan Akhtar and will also star Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif in the lead.
Shah Rukh Khan and choreographer-turned-director Farah Khan Kunder share a remarkable bond of friendship and creative collaborations in the Indian film industry. Their partnership began with the iconic filmMain Hoon Nain 2004, followed by the box-office hitsOm Shanti Omin 2007 andHappy New Yearin 2014. Their on-screen magic and off-screen camaraderie have endeared them to audiences, making them one of the most successful actor-director duos in Bollywood. In fact, in the past, Shah Rukh left the shoot to be with her when she was going through ’emotional trauma.’
In a recently resurfaced throwback video, Farah Khan reminisced about a period of emotional turmoil in her life, describing how Shah Rukh extended his unwavering support to her, providing the comfort and assistance she needed to navigate through those challenging moments.
She asserted, “My dad passed away, but he sent you here to look after me. I really want to thank you because you do look after me. I recall this one incident, many years ago when I was going through emotional trauma, I don’t even know if you remember it because you have seen me through so many traumas.”
Khan further added, “I was crying on the phone and within half an hour, you left your shooting… I opened the door, and you were standing outside. You sat with me for one hour and you just talked to me. It was like having the best therapy ever.”
Coming to the professional front, Shah Rukh is gearing up for the release of his next film,Jawan. Helmed by Atlee Kumar and starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara, it is slated to release on September 7 this year.
The first season of Tale of the Nine Tailed amassed a huge fan following not only for the leads but also for the secondary cast. This Lee Dong Wook-Jo Bo Ah starrer fantasy romance drama released in 2020 was a delightful surprise for the fans of the ‘Grim Reaper’ to see him in a new avatar in a fantasy drama. Kim Beom shot back to popularity with his portrayal of the mischievous and scheming Lee Rang. He is more popularly known for his role in the 2009 pan-Asian hit drama Boys Over Flowers.
In Tale of the Nine Tailed, Lee Dong Wook appears as Lee Yeon, a gumiho (nine-tailed fox) who is almost 1000 years old and was the guardian spirit of Baekdusan. After abdicating his post as the guardian spirit exchange for his lover’s reincarnation, he lives as a modern man and helps Taluipa, an officer at the Afterlife Immigration Office to eradicate evils and threatening supernatural beings from the mortal world. Jo Bo Ah appears in a dual role as Ah Eum and Ji-Ah, and is also Lee Yeon’s love interest in both her lives. Lee Yeon and Ji Ah’s love is challenged in the modern times when Imogi, an earth dragon, threatens to kill Ji Ah in this birth.
Kim Bum stars as Lee Yeon’s half-brother Lee Rang. The two share a love-hate relationship with each other from the very beginning. As the story progresses, their relations became amicable but the infamous sibling rivalry stays. Hwang Hee appears as Ko Shin Joo, Lee Yeon’s loyal subject. In modern times, he works as a vet because he can hear what the animals think being a gumiho himself. His loyalty and determination to help Lee Yeon and Ji Ah unite and fight against Imogi is applause-worthy. How the characters face the challenges by Imogi and how they tackle their own personal matters forms the crux of the story. Tale of the Nine Tailed is available for streaming on Netflix.
The show’s popularity went off the charts owing to the fantasy, romance and elements of sibling affection in the story. The increased popularity led to the makers making a sequel to the show which was released last month. The sequel Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 takes Lee Yeon and Lee Rang back to 1930s Korea when Korea was under Japanese rule and still an undivided nation. Towards the end of season one, we had seen (and cried) over Lee Rang’s death, but it wasn’t until the sequel’s opening sequences that we find that Lee Rang did not die. Just with that bit, the sequel was off to a promising start.
Eight out of twelve episodes have aired so far and the show has carried its essence still. Lee Yeon and Lee Rang’s rivalry is clearly a delight to see on screen. Hwang Hee reprises his role as Ko Shin Ju in the sequel. His loyalty only grows in this sequel as he helps Lee Rang go back to the present and at the same time put out small fires in the 1930s. Ryu Kyung Soo joins the cast as Cheon Moo Young who is a former mountain god just like Lee Yeon. He takes the stone and flees to the past which puts the rest of the characters in a chaotic hunt to retrieve it.
The supporting cast, whom we loved in the first season, returned in the sequel as well. Some with new characters and some with their old ones. Kim Yong Ji who earned a special place in the audience’s hearts as Yu Ri, a gumiho from Russia and Lee Rang’s loyal follower, appears as a reporter named Eun Ho in the sequel. She might not be a gumiho this time, but she essays her new role with ease once again. Taluipa and Hyunioung’s funny bickering is great to see once again.
Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938 is synonymous with a balanced offering of humour, thrill, mystery and endearing moments. From Lee Yeon’s sass to Lee Rang’s schemes, to the heavenly figures’ razzmatazz, it is a delight to see the ensemble cast in the past whilst trying to get back to the present. The lack of romance angle in this season thankfully does not affect the storyline. The fact that CGI was used in the show is not lost on the viewers (looking at you, baby showing the finger!). Some might even argue that the landscaping and editing at certain places is patchy given that the makers had to recreate the past and also install a diplomatic narrative within the storytelling. In all fairness, it is a job tried and done well.
The show has had a few hiccups but as it comes to a stunning closure with two weeks of runtime left, it promises a plausible and believable closure, albeit with a cliffhanger if the first season was anything to go by! With just twelve episodes, it looks like it might just be a filler to what might come next. If the news is to be believed, a third installment is also in the works and who knows it might take the characters to the future next!
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Following the conclusion of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma headed to London to attend the FA Cup finals. The couple was invited by athleisure brand PUMA (both of them are brand ambassadors) and the prestigious Manchester City Football Club for the FA CUP Finale 2023. The couple was joined by cricketer Shubman Gill. Manchester City and Manchester United locked horns in the FA Cup Final on Saturday (June 3) at the fabled Wembley Stadium. The match was won by Manchester City by 2-1.
A couple of photos and videos have gone viral on social media where Anushka Sharma is seated between Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill. The actress wore black track pants, a white t-shirt and a sleeveless jacket. Virat was wearing a Manchester City jersey with a brown jacket whereas Gill wore a beige hoodie. The three of them were watching the match from the stands.
On the work front, Anushka Sharma will play the role of Jhulan Goswami in the Netflix movie Chakda Xpress. The movie is yet to receive a release date but it will be released sometime this year.
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli will now play the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia from June 7.
Pakistani actor Javed Sheikh played the role of Shah Rukh Khan’s father in Om Shanti Om which was released in 2007. Helmed by Farah Khan, the movie marked the debut of Deepika Padukone and was a story of reincarnation. In the latter half of the movie, Sheikh played the role of Rajesh Kapoor, father to a star named Om Kapoor, played by SRK. In a recent interview, the Pakistani actor revealed that he wanted just Rs. 1 for the movie as remuneration because he was honoured to work with Shah Rukh Khan.
In an interview with Gloss Etc, Javed Sheikh recently spoke about his experience working on Om Shanti Om. Speaking in Urdu, he said that he was roped in for the Farah Khan directorial and he refused to take any fee. He said, “Their manager came to me, and said they needed to sign the contract. I said, ‘Yes’. ‘What will be your fee?’ I said I won’t take any money. The thing is that firstly it was a matter of honour for me that I am playing Shah Rukh’s father in his biggest film ever. India has so many actors. You choose anyone and they will be ready to take on this role. But Shah Rukh and Farah Khan choosing me is a thing of honour for me. That’s why, because of Farah and Shah Rukh, I will not take any money.”
He said that the manager refused to listen to Sheikh and said that it was against the protocols. After a long discussion, Sheikh suggested, “You go and tell Shah Rukh I will take just one rupee. I’m not joking.” He said then the makers of the movie decided how much remuneration to pay him. “When they sent me the first cheque, it was shocking itself.”
Eventually, Javed Sheikh also worked in movies like My Name Is Anthony Gonsalves and Namastey London. However, India banned Pakistani artists a few years ago. When asked if he would work in Indian films again, he said, “Our political relations with Hindustan are not well these days, ever since BJP came into power. Maybe it will be better if a party other than BJP comes into power.”
Om Shanti Om released in 2007. The film also starred Arjun Rampal, Shreyas Talpade, and Kirron Kher, among others.
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