Ranbir Kapoor impresses with a headstand during a gym training session; fans wonder if he is prepping for Ramayan

Ever since the grand success of Animal, fans cannot wait to see Ranbir Kapoor back on the big screen. And after playing an obsessive, abusive, impulsive, and violent man in Animal, the actor is expected to play the Lord Ram himself, if the buzz is to be believed. He has reportedly been signed for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayan, an official announcement of which is still awaited. So when the Kapoor boy was seen hitting the gym and doing some extensive workout sessions, fans couldn’t help but wonder if he has already started prepping for this magnum opus.

Several rumours about the casting of Ramayan has been doing the rounds ever since last year wherein many actors’ names have been associated with the project while it is being said that Nitesh Tiwari is expected to make an announcement soon. In a recent photo which was shared the actor’s fitness coach, Ranbir Kapoor is seen trying out a headstand. He captioned the inage saying, “#ranbirkapoor First Headstand ?? #headstand #ramayan #newskill #trainingwithnam #???? #prep”.

 

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Speaking of the film, several reports have been claiming that Yash will be essaying the role of Raavan, Sunny Deol as Lord Hanuman, whereas other names and characters which have been doing the rounds include Rakul Preet Singh as Surpanaka, Lara Dutta as Kaikeyi, Amitabh Bachchan as Dashrath Maharaja, among others. Names of Bobby Deol and Vijay Sethupathi were also associated with the film wherein it was being said that they were being approached for the role of Kumbhakaran and Vibhishan.

Not too long ago, some reports claimed that Nitesh Tiwari is keen on making the official announcement of the film on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami. In another news, it was being said that the film will not be kick starting any time soon. In an exclusive Bollywood Hungama report, a source was quoted saying, “The project is on. But not this year. There are too many internal issues to be resolved.”

Also Read: BREAKING: Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayan won’t start this year because of “internal issues”

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Abhishek Bachchan and Navya Naveli Nanda share glimpses of Holika Dahan at the Bachchan household; see pics

For the unversed, apart from throwing colors on each other, Holi celebrations also include the ‘Dahan’ which is held a day prior to the festival of colors, as it signifies the victory of good over evil. Many celebrities often attend this bonfire which is hosted in societies and even on the streets of the country as a tradition. The Bachchans hosted a private Holika Dahan celebration at their residence where the bonfire was held in their lawn. Abhishek Bachchan, Navya Naveli Nanda, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan among others were a part of it.

Navya Naveli Nanda took to social media to share photos from the Holika Dahan where they also apply colors to each other as a part of the festivities. Sharing photos of the bonfire as well as a few candid moments wherein she is applying color to her uncle Abhishek Bachchan, one where her beloved ‘mamu’ is seen inspecting the bonfire, among others. Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar dropped a heart showcasing her love for these pictures, whereas actor-dancer Naved Jafri also extended his Holi wishes to the family.

 

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Apart from Navya, Abhishek too shared photos from the Dahan, which included a slow motion clip of the fire. “May the Holika burn all evil away. Happy Holi!” Many fans took to the platform to wish the Bachchan family on this special occasion.

 

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On the work front, Abhishek Bachchan is gearing up for a series of web-shows and films which are in the pipeline. On the other hand, Navya is busy with her entrepreneurial ventures, having decided to stay away from Bollywood. However, making news is her popular podcast ‘What The Hell Navya’ which she hosts with her mother Shweta Bachchan and grandmother Jay Bachchan wherein they discuss a wide array of subjects.

Also Read: Abhishek Bachchan, Nora Fatehi, Johny Lever to star in Remo D’Souza’s Be Happy for Prime Video; first look out 

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Kangana Ranaut and Arun Govil to fight on BJP tickets in the Lok Sabha elections 2024

The BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party) has come up with its fifth list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections. Among them are two names from the entertainment industry in the form of Kangana Ranaut and Arun Govil. They will be fighting from the Mandi constituency in Himachal Pradesh and Meerut constituency in Uttar Pradesh respectively.

Kangana has been a vocal supporter of BJP and its governance for years. After getting the news, the Gangster actress shared her happiness on her X (formerly Twitter) page by writing, “My beloved Bharat and Bhartiya Janta’s own party, Bharatiya Janta party (BJP) has always had my unconditional support, today the national leadership of BJP has announced me as their Loksabha candidate from my birth place Himachal Pradesh, Mandi (constituency) I abide by the high command’s decision on contesting Loksabha polls. I feel honoured and elated to officially join the party. I look forward to be a worthy karyakarta and a reliable public servant. Thanks.”

My beloved Bharat and Bhartiya Janta’s own party, Bharatiya Janta party ( BJP) has always had my unconditional support, today the national leadership of BJP has announced me as their Loksabha candidate from my birth place Himachal Pradesh, Mandi (constituency) I abide by the high…

— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 24, 2024

Arun Govil, who is already a member of the BJP since 2021, is best known for his portrayal of Lord Ram in Ramanand Sagar’s classic television show Ramayan on Doordarshan. He has also acted in a number of Hindi movies. He will next be seen in the role of Lord Vitthal in the Hindi movie Sant Tukaram, where well-known Marathi actor Subodh Bhave will be the titular role.

Kangana, on the other hand, will next be seen in the role of India’s former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the movie Emergency, which she has also directed.

Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Arun Govil to play Lord Vitthal in human form in Sant Tukaram; says, “Normally I don’t agree to act in devotional films”

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Avinash Tiwary, Divyenndu, Kunal Kemmu & Ritesh Sidhwani make surprise visit to a theatre playing Madgaon Express, watch

Excel Entertainment’s out-and-out comedy entertainer Madgaon Express has been released in nationwide cinemas. Ever since the release, the Kunal Kemmu directorial has glued the audiences to it, offering them a box of complete laughter and madness in the cinemas. The audiences are unanimously praising the film, the writing, the comedy elements, and also the trio of Partik Gandhi, Avinash Tiwary, and Divyenndu Sharma.

Madgaon Express takes the audiences on a trip down memory lane with the youthful comedy entertainer vibes attached to it. The film registered a 100% jump in nationwide cinemas on Day 2, in comparison with Day 1. To surprise the fans and the audiences and to know their reactions to the team, directors Kunal Kemmu, Avinash Tiwary, and Divyenndu made a surprise entry to a leading cinema in Mumbai. The audience was laughing and cheering during the entire film, and following its completion, the team interacted with the fans and the audiences presented at the show.

 

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The film has brought unparalleled madness to the screens. After a very long time, the audience has got to see a true blue comedy entertainer. The presence of Nora Fatehi, Upendra Limaye, and Chhaya Kadam takes the madness to a sky-high level. With its mix of humour, crazy adventures, and pure entertainment, the film is winning hearts.

Taglined “Bachpan ke sapne…. lag gaye apne,” Madgaon Express promises a nostalgic journey into childhood dreams. Directed by Kunal Kemmu and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar under the banner of Excel Entertainment, the film is set to hit theatres on March 22, 2024.

ALSO READ: CBFC passes Madgaon Express with U/A certificate; asks makers to ‘suitably modify’ semi-nude shots and visuals of cleavage

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5 looks of Vijay Deverakonda that make us swoon over the actor

Vijay Deverakonda has proven his acting chops a number of times. His performances in films like Arjun Reddy and Kushi are recent examples of his talent. But the actor is also known for his dashing looks. In fact, Vijay, who is known for his charismatic presence both on and off-screen, has always amazed us with his unique style statement.

Here are the top 5 looks of Vijay Deverakonda which you can’t miss.

The suit-up Game

 

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The heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda donned a suit-up with off white blazer and pant. He chose a simple white shirt inside to keep it simple yet classy.

Killing the wedding looks

 

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Vijay Deverakonda mesmerizes us with an Indo-Western attire. The actor nails the look with an all-black ensemble giving us some wedding season vibe.

The retro trivia

 

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Vijay went for a Holiday in Moulin range and looks dapper in a brown trench coat. The dramatic retro collar proves that Vijay has a very good sense of dressing.

Man in all black

 

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Style icon Vijay Deverakonda looked jaw dropping in a black-and-white striped shirt paired with black pants during of the release of his film Kushi.

The dapper desi munda vibe

 

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Vijay Deverakonda’s glam and ethnicity puts us in awe. The actor keeps it fully traditional giving us a Desi Munda vibes. The actor completes the look with a Jahar coat embellished with a golden line on his collar, making him the king of unique style statement.

Vijay Deverakonda proves that he not only nails his style statement but also inspires others to embrace their individuality with fashion. The actor will be next seen in The Family Star.

Also Read: Vijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur wrap up shooting for Family Star; actors share a cute post

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Vijay Varma reveals how his love story with Tamannaah Bhatia began after Lust Stories 2: “I told her I want to hang out more…”

Vijay Varma and Tammanaah Bhatia have been in a relationship for almost a year. The couple have made several public appearances and often talk about each other. But, how did the love story begin? In a recent chat with Tanmay Bhat during Murder Mubarak promotions on Netflix, Vijay recalled texting Tamannaah after wrapping Lust Stories 2.

During the conversation, Vijay said, “Lust Stories was a cupid but it wasn’t during the shoot that we started dating. There was discussion of a wrap party happening but it never happened. So, we wanted to have a wrap party and so only four people showed up… That day I feel like I told her that I want to hang out more with you. Then it took me 20-25 days for the first date to happen after that.”

Vijay Varma and Tammanaah Bhatia were a part of the anthology which premiered in 2023.

Meanwhile, Tamannaah will be seen in several interesting projects this year. The actress has Dating Partners, Odela 2 in Telugu, Vedaa in Hindi and Aranmanai 4 in Tamil.

ALSO READ: Vijay Varma captures joyful reunion of Tamannaah Bhatia and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, see photos

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RRR adapted as Broadway play in Japan; SS Rajamouli receives standing ovation, watch

SS Rajamouli’s epic blockbuster RRR has found resounding success in Japan. The film, which enjoyed a stellar theatrical run in Japan last year, has not only captivated cinema enthusiasts but has also inspired a Broadway adaptation that continues to win hearts across the island nation. Currently, Rajamouli finds himself amidst the fervent appreciation of Japanese fans as he embarked on a special screening tour of the film with his family. Now, he not only announced the Broadway adaptation of the movie, he also shared photos and videos from the rehearsals.

The director took to X, formerly Twitter, to share the news that RRR will get theatre adaption by well-known company named Takarazuka Company. He wrote, “It’s an honour that our RRR has been adapted as a musical by the 110-year-old Takarazuka company. Thank you Japanese audience for embracing the Broadway play of RRR just like the film itself. Overwhelmed by your response… Can’t appreciate all the girls enough for your energy, talent, and meticulousness in the show. ARIGATO GOZAIMASU.”

Its an honour that our RRR has been adapted as a musical by the 110 year old Takarazuka company. Thank you Japanese audience for embracing the Broadway play of RRR just like the film itself. Overwhelmed by your response… Can’t appreciate all the girls enough for your energy,… pic.twitter.com/QbfLPmsJxC

— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) March 22, 2024

At the heart of RRR are the performances of its lead actors, Ram Charan and Jr NTR, whose portrayals have resonated deeply with audiences worldwide. The film’s narrative, set against the backdrop of India’s pre-independence era, is a tale of valour, friendship, and sacrifice.

One of the highlights of RRR is its soul-stirring soundtrack, featuring the chart-topping song ‘Naatu Naatu’. This composition not only garnered widespread acclaim but also clinched the prestigious Best Original Song Award at both the Academy Awards and the Golden Globes 2023.

ALSO READ: RRR mania continues! SS Rajamouli receives 1000 origami cranes as gift from 83-year-old Japanese fan

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