Dec 1-15, 2023 - Vol 4, Issue 9
INDIA NEWS
Big B goes speechless as 11-yr-old ‘KBC 15’ contestant reveals his reason to ‘time travel’
ENTERTAINMENT
Sidharth came to meet Kiara in KJo’s party in high fever, reveals Varun
'astras' (weapons). 'Vanarastra', Nandiastra', 'Agniastra'. I really loved it." Amitabh: "Which was your favourite 'astra'?"
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egastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently hosting the knowledge-based reality show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 15', was at a loss of words after hearing 11-year-old boy's reason to time travel. In the juniors special segment of KBC, 11-year-old Akshay Anand from Darbhanga, Bihar, grabbed his place on the hot seat. Big B said: "He is just 11 years old, and hails from Darbhanga, Bihar. He is studying in the sixth grade." The actor further explained the new rules for the children
Contestant: "If l'had to pick an 'astra' it'd be time travel. Actually, my mom passed away a few days ago. She had cancer and was undergoing treatment. She lived in Varanasi so she could avail of the treatment. I used to live in Darbhanga is with my dad. I'd use time travel to meet my mother." special episode, saying, "In place of rupees, you will earn points as you have not attained 18 years of age. So, you'll be earning points. The points you win will be accumulated. When you will turn 18 years old, they'll be converted into rupees and transferred to your account." During the conversation, the little contestant said: "I want to tell you something. Regarding your recent movie 'Brahmastra'. I loved it. Your acting and hairstyle in the movie were amazing. I was really surprised to see the many
The 81-year-old actor said: "I wish it was possible, Akshay. But let me tell you that your mother can watch you from wherever she is. And you have her blessings. You have made it to the show with your mother's blessings. "Her love, affection and blessing are with you. Play well so that she's happy with you. She sure is happy with you but you can make her happier," added the actor. 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 15' airs on Sony.
Kartik Aaryan reunites with KJo, duo announces new film for Aug 2025 A
ctor Varun Dhawan spoke about star couple Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani’s relationship before it came to be known to public. Even though Sidharth and Kiara did not make their relationship public until they tied the knot, the small gestures from them both at private parties and events left hints for filmmaker Karan Johar and Varun Dhawan. Speaking about it, Karan said: “I remember they (Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani) were having a fight, he was having a high fever, he had come to my party.”
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ollywood star Kartik Aaryan and director-producer Karan Johar are back together. A new yet-to-be-titled film has been announced on the occasion of Kartik’s birthday on Wednesday. The film will be helmed by Sandeep Modi, who is known for his work on the streaming series ‘Aarya’ starring Sushmita Sen, and ‘The Night Manager’ starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Anil Kapoor. The film will bow in theatres on the occasion of Independence Day, August 15, 2025. Taking to his Instagram, KJo shared the announcement as he penned a note in the caption: “Kickstarting today with some special news on a special day.
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Extremely thrilled to announce a film helmed by the exceptionally talented @sandeipm. I find myself elated to also announce the supremely talented @ kartikaaryan as our lead for this story that will unfold in cinemas on 15th August, 2025.” Wishing the ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ star, KJo further wrote: “Kartik, happy birthday to you…may our collaboration only grow from strength to strength from hereon and never cease to create magic on the big screen.” Kartik wrote on his X: “An unforgettable chapter of our glorious Indian history full of valour and sacrifice is now going to be part of my life a subject close to my heart... super proud
and excited to embark on a new journey with the extremely talented @sandeep_modi and the powerhouse #karanjohar.” Earlier, Kartik and Karan parted ways as the actor exited ‘Dostana 2’ which was being produced by Karan’s banner. Dharma Productions had shared an official statement on their Instagram with regards to the then development in the film’s casting. They wrote: “Due to professional circumstances, on which we have decided to maintain dignified silence- we will be recasting Dostana 2, directed by Collin D’Cunha. Please wait for the official announcement soon (sic).”
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“But it was very sweet, because two hours later, they were sitting together, eating this meal and she was feeding him. At that point, I realised that this is going to happen, they are going to happen.” Varun added: “Exactly, We were shooting a song, we finished shooting and we were heading back. She (Kiara Advani) was so happy, like Sid is going to come there, bechara he has a high fever." “Something was telling me that Sidharth with high fever coming to a party to meet a girl matlab kuch toh hai yaar.”
SRK top on IMDb list of 2023’s most popular Indian stars
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ollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is leading the pack in the 2023 IMDb top 10 list of most popular Indian stars. In 2023, the Badshah of Bollywood gave two major blockbusters, Jawan and Pathaan, which are respectively the No. 2 and 3 biggest Hindi movies ever worldwide.
Actress Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone have made it to the number 2 and number 3 spots respectively. Alia said: “I thank my audience for bringing me to the position that I am at. While I hope to continue entertaining them, I am filled with only love and gratitude. I also promise to keep working hard and bringing more inspiring stories and characters on screen.” In the fourth position is actress Wamiqa Gabbi, who said: “This is my debut on the IMDb Most Popular Indian Stars list, and I am delighted! The fact that IMDb represents the sentiment of the global audience makes this even more special for me.”
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