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Aishwarya Rai Begins A New Chapter
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03 Dec 2024, 15:15
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Currently, the internet is abuzz with speculations about the breakup of Bollywood star couple Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan. This practice has been going on for the past year. Although both of them are still playing a silent role in the matter. Meanwhile, Aishwarya is returning to work again.
Recently, makeup artist Adrian Jacob posted a picture with this actress from the shooting set on social media. In the caption, he wrote, "Had a good day with Aishwarya at the workplace." However, Jacob did not say anything about what the work was.
On the other hand, amid the speculations about Aishwarya-Abhishek's divorce, it is also being heard that the couple is teaming up again on screen. Aishwarya-Abhishek will be seen together again in Mani Ratnam's film. Such news has given them a new twist in the separation speculation.
In 2007, just before their wedding, Aishwarya and Abhishek worked together in Mani Ratnam's 'Guru'. Their chemistry was appreciated by the audience. After that, the Bachchan couple acted together again in this director's 'Raavan' film.
The film was released in 2010. After 14 years, Mani Ratnam has found a script for Aishwarya and Abhishek again. However, neither of them has reacted to this yet.
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US Election / List of Hollywood Celebrity Endorsements For Harris and Trump
The 2024 US presidential election is getting to the climax, and the group of Hollywood celebs who have thrown their support behind the major candidates, Kamala Harris for the Democrats and Donald Trump for the Republicans, are ramping up the 2024 election heat.
A study at Harvard University also points toward the influence that "celebrity voices" have on voters; campaigns that celebrities join result in near-instant shifts in the voters’ registration and participation.
With well-known figures from both sides using their platforms to sway public opinion. Here's a breakdown of the celebrity supporters each candidate has attracted.
Celebrity endorsements for Donald Trump
Zachary Levi
Actor Zachary Levi, known for his role in Shazam!, backed Trump despite recognizing the potential risks to his career. Levi initially supported Robert F. Kennedy Jr., but after Kennedy withdrew, he shifted his support to Trump, emphasizing his belief that Trump could "take back" America.
Kid Rock
A regular attendee at Trump rallies, rock musician Kid Rock has been a staunch supporter of the former president. He performed at the Republican National Convention (RNC) and famously stated, "If you (expletive) with Trump, you (expletive) with me," following an alleged assassination attempt on Trump.
Hulk Hogan
The wrestling icon Hulk Hogan showed his enthusiasm for Trump by attending the RNC, where he delivered a fiery speech. "Run wild, brother, let Trump-a-mania rule again," Hogan proclaimed, stating that he could "no longer stay silent."
Amber Rose
Model and rapper Amber Rose also expressed her support for Trump at the RNC, arguing that the media misrepresents him. She explained, "For a long time, I believed the lies," referencing what she views as media bias.
Roseanne Barr
Comedian Roseanne Barr has voiced support for Trump, often posting satirical videos aimed at Biden. She has criticized the current administration's policies, promoting conspiracy theories in the process.
Elon Musk
The world's richest man Elon Musk has voiced support for Trump.
Celebrity Endorsements for Kamala Harris
Beyonce
Pop superstar Beyonce endorsed Harris at a rally in Houston, where she called on voters to "vote not just as a celebrity, but as a mother." She emphasized Harris's vision of unity, introducing her as "the next president of the United States."
Eminem
Rapper Eminem, a vocal critic of Trump, endorsed Harris and even brought former President Barack Obama onstage during her rally in his hometown. Obama performed parts of Eminem's iconic song Lose Yourself, energizing the crowd and underscoring the rapper's support.
Cher
The legendary singer Cher took to social media to back Harris, praising her commitment to "protect our rights," which resonated widely with her fans and further highlighted Harris's platform.
Usher
R&B artist Usher, a Georgia native, joined Harris at a rally in Atlanta. He expressed pride in her candidacy, describing her campaign as a "fight for freedom and everyone's rights."
Lizzo
Detroit-born rapper Lizzo rallied with Harris and countered Trump's criticism of Detroit. "Proud like Detroit, resilient like Detroit," she said, highlighting her support for Harris as a strong leader.
Taylor Swift
After an AI-generated image falsely linked her to Trump, Taylor Swift clarified her political stance, expressing her support for Harris. Swift posted on social media, endorsing Harris as a champion for issues she cares about, like equality and human rights.
Billie Eilish and Finneas
The musical siblings endorsed Harris, urging fans to "vote like your life depends on it," focusing on Harris’s stance on reproductive rights, climate change, and democracy.
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey endorsed DNC Harris, describing the election as a critical moment for "decency and respect."
Mindy Kaling
A close friend of Harris, actress Mindy Kaling showed her support at the DNC, sharing personal stories and humorous anecdotes about Harris's warmth and dedication.
George Clooney
Actor George Clooney expressed his excitement for Harris's campaign, calling it a "historic quest" and advocating for a leader who "understands what it means to be deeply American."
Foo Fighters and Bruce Springsteen
Both the Foo Fighters expressed support for Harris and denounced Trump. The Foo Fighters pledged royalties from an incident involving Trump's unauthorized use of their song to Harris's campaign.
Surprisingly, former KKK leader David Duke endorsed Green Party candidate Jill Stein, calling her "the only candidate who speaks clearly against the war in the Middle East." Stein, however, condemned the endorsement, branding Duke a "racist troll" and rejecting his support.
Actress Shomi Kaiser Arrested in High-Profile Defamation Case
Actress Shomi Kaiser was arrested by the police. On Tuesday night (November 5), she was detained by the Uttara West Police Station from Uttara, the capital city. Deputy Police Commissioner (DC) of the Uttara Division, Rownak Jahan, confirmed the arrest.
On October 14, a defamation lawsuit worth 100 crore taka was filed against Shomi Kaiser in the Magura Chief Judicial Magistrate's Court. The case alleges that she made derogatory comments about BNP founder and former President Ziaur Rahman at various times.
Shomi Kaiser was born in 1970. Her father’s name is Shahidullah Kaiser, and her mother’s name is Panna Kaiser. Her mother, Panna, is a writer and former Member of Parliament.
Shomi Kaiser began her television acting career in the late 1980s with the drama "Ke Ba Apan Ke Ba Por," directed by Atikul Haque Chowdhury. Shortly after, she starred in a three-episode series titled "Joto Dure Jai," directed by Abdullah Al Mamun.
Some of her notable works include the dramas Nokhotrer Raat, Chhoto Chhoto Dheu, Sparsho, Ekjon Ariyana, Akash E Aneka Raat, Mukti, Ontore Nirontor, Shopno, Thikana, Porichoy, and Shomporko, which have all gained widespread popularity.
Lease Canceled for Rezwana Choudhury Bannya’s 'Surer Dhara' Land
The government has canceled the lease of land for the music institution 'Surer Dhara,' founded by Rabindra Sangeet artist Rezwana Choudhury Bannya, located on the Ramchandrapur canal in Mohammadpur, Dhaka.
This directive was issued in a letter signed by Md. Aminur Rahman, Deputy Secretary of the Khas Land-1 Branch of the Ministry of Land, on Thursday, November 7.
The letter states that the long-term lease of 0.5120 acres of land, including 0.1700 acres from plot number CS and SA-692, RS-1895, City-11667, and 0.3420 acres from plot number 11412 in the Ramchandrapur area under Mohammadpur Police Station, has been canceled. This cancellation is due to the land being recorded as 'canal' in the CS and RS records.
The ministry has also requested the Dhaka District Commissioner to take appropriate action regarding this matter and submit a report to the Ministry of Land.
Notably, Rezwana Choudhury Bannya established 'Surer Dhara' in 1992. During the tenure of a previous government, a plot near the Ramchandrapur embankment in Mohammadpur was allocated for operating the school of 'Surer Dhara.'
Malaika Shares Cryptic Post After Breakup With Arjun Kapoor
Since Arjun Kapoor confirmed their breakup at the Singham Again promotional event, Malaika Arora has been posting a series of cryptic messages on social media. The Bollywood star recently shared another thoughtful note on her Instagram story, which read, “Every positive thought is a silent prayer that will change your life. Good morning, have a great day."
This follows a previous post where she wrote, “Touching a heart for a second can touch a soul for a lifetime." Fans are speculating whether these messages reflect her feelings after the split, as Malaika seems to be sharing words of inspiration and introspection during this time.
Malaika's other Instagram Stories, “Challenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life beautiful." Malaika Arora’s cryptic note has caught everyone’s attention. Have a look at it here:
During a promotional event for Singham Again, Arjun Kapoor addressed his relationship status, revealing that he is now single. In a viral video from the event, he was seen telling the crowd, “Abhi single hoon main, relax." The clip quickly gained traction online as fans reacted to Arjun’s statement. Take a look at the video here:
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While neither Malaika nor Arjun had publicly discussed the breakup before, rumors of their split had been circulating for months, with sources suggesting they had “run their course" as a couple but would continue to respect each other’s privacy.
While Arjun Kapoor is being lauded for his role as Danger Lanka in Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, the actor recently revealed that he was not in love with cinema when he shot the film. Arjun said that he was in the worst phase of his life. Back then, the actor had delivered a string of flops and was also dealing with his breakup from Malaika Arora.
Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Arjun said, “When I signed this film, I was going through the worst phase of my life, personally, professionally, emotionally, mentally, and physically… Rohit sir had told me, ‘I need you to be in the look because we will shoot with you whenever possible’. I just took that as a stepping stone towards my personal development as well."
After Salman, Shah Rukh Khan Receives Death Threat
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has received a threat call, Mumbai police said on Thursday.
The caller was unknown, but the threat was allegedly from a criminal gang led by Lawrence Bishnoi, said police from the western Indian city of Mumbai, where the actor resides.
The caller demanded 50 million Indian rupees (about €550,000, $592,600) from the 58-year-old actor and also threatened a lyricist who had written a song that mentions Salman and Bishnoi. Authorities said an investigation is underway.
A threat was also made against the actor on Tuesday. Police arrested the accused, identified as Bhikha Ram, a daily wage worker from Rajasthan.
"The accused was watching a regional news channel when he suddenly called the Mumbai Police control room and issued a death threat to Salman Khan. He is a daily wage worker and claims to be a fan of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi," police told PTI news agency, adding that they were investigating further.
Bishnoi, who was a wanted gangster in India, has been behind bars since 2015. Nevertheless, investigators believe he operates a gang with several members across India who are involved in extortion, smuggling drugs and weapons, and murders.
In 2018, Bishnoi threatened Salman for allegedly poaching two blackbuck antelopes which is a sacred species to the Bishnoi community, to which Lawrence Bishnoi belongs.
He was believed to be the mastermind behind the killing of Mumbai politician Baba Siddique last month, who was close to Salman.
Bishnoi is also believed to be behind the murder of popular Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala in 2022.
Shah Rukh Khan also receives a threat
Another Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan also received a threat on Tuesday, asking for a ransom of 5 million Indian rupees. The caller identified himself as "Hindustani" or "Indian" and said he would kill Shah Rukh unless the ransom was paid.
The Hindustan Times reported that the caller did not have the actor's number and called the local Bandra police station near the actor's residence instead.
The two Khans are not related.
Police traced the number to a lawyer who claimed his phone had been stolen earlier.
Shah Rukh's security had been upgraded in 2023 due to threats over his recent films, Pathaan and Jawan.
Grammy Awards: Beyonce Breaks Record For Most Nominations
Beyonce became the most Grammy-nominated artist of all time after the Recording Academy announced its nominations on Friday.
Beating her husband Jay-Z's record of 88 nominations, Beyonce has a whopping 99 nods under her belt, thanks to her first country album "Cowboy Carter," which she released last spring.
The album earned the 43-year-old megastar 11 nominations, putting her in the lead of all other artists competing this year.
The award ceremony will take place on February 2 in Los Angeles.
Who else cut?
Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone closely followed Beyonce, each snatching seven nominations.
Meanwhile Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter scored six nominations each. The latter two are competing for the closely watched best new artist category, among others.
Women dominated the album of the year category.
Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department," Charli XCX's "BRAT," Carpenter's "Short 'n' Sweet," Roan's "The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess" and Eilish's "Hit me Hard and Soft" are among the albums competing with Beyonce's. Other artists vying for the prestigious category include Andre 3000 and Jacob Collier.
But perhaps the most unexpected nomination came from The Beatles. The legendary English band is competing in the top record category with "Now and Then," a track reconstituted using Artificial Intelligence based on John Lennon's rough demo.
Beyonce's complicated relationship with the academy
Despite a lead in Grammy nominations and wins, an unrivaled 32, Beyonce has never been awarded the album trophy, the academy's most prestigious category. Artists who snatched the award from her include Adele, Harry Styles, and Taylor Swift.
Jay-Z called out the academy during a speech in the last award ceremony earlier this year, arguing that its voters had failed to give Black artists proper recognition.
Some 13,000 singers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and others make up the Recording Academy and end up choosing the winners of its awards annually.
Following years of criticism over its choices, and accusations of racism, the academy has taken steps to diversify its ranks. It has boasted that 38% of its decision-makers were people of color, which is a 65% increase since 2019.
Experts and fans view "Cowboy Carter" as a reclamation and homage to Black Americans' often overlooked legacy within country music and culture.
The album became the first by a Black woman to land at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. It was, nevertheless, snubbed for the Country Music Awards.
Taylor Swift, Jimin, and Sabrina Carpenter Triumph at 2024 MTV EMAs
The 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards brought together the biggest names in music at Manchester’s Co-op Live arena, with Taylor Swift, BTS’s Jimin, and Sabrina Carpenter leading the winners.
Although Swift couldn’t attend, she won several awards, including Best Artist, Best Live, Best US Act, and Best Video for Fortnight, her popular track with Post Malone. In a video message, Taylor praised Post as "an incredible co-star."
South African singer Tyla claimed three awards: Best Afrobeats, Best R&B, and Best African Act, delivering a crowd-pleasing medley of Push 2 Start and Water with lively dancers. Sabrina Carpenter took home Best Song for Espresso, while Ariana Grande was awarded Best Pop.
Jimin from BTS earned the Best K-Pop award, while Lisa won Biggest Fans and Best Collaboration with Rosalia for New Woman. Despite several nominations, Billie Eilish and Charli XCX left the night empty-handed.
Other notable winners included Calvin Harris (Best Electronic), Eminem (Best Hip-Hop), and Busta Rhymes, who received the Global Icon award. The star-studded evening included a tribute to former One Direction member Liam Payne.
