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MUMBAI: The second single from Rajinikanth-starrer Coolie, titled Monica, is out and Pooja Hegde raises the temperature with her addictive dance steps and fiery energy! Ahead of the film's big release, the makers have treated audiences to this sizzling track, featuring Pooja Hegde in a special appearance. Composed by Anirudh Ravichander, Monica is sung by Anirudh himself along with Subhalashini, with lyrics penned by Vishnu Edavan and choreography by Sandy Master. Sharing the latest fiery track, the makers wrote: "Monica, my dear Monica! The second single #Monica from #Coolie starring Pooja Hegde is out now!" As always, Pooja Hegde proves she's the queen of the hook step, bringing her trademark charisma in a stunning red-hot ensemble. Her catchy moves complement the song's electrifying beats, making it the perfect dance track. With spot-on expressions and an infectious vibe, Pooja commands every frame of the music video. While she continues to rule hearts with the just-released Monica, she's also gearing up to ignite the big screen with her next release, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. The actress will share screen space with Varun Dhawan and Mrunal Thakur in this rom-com directed by David Dhawan. Known for slipping effortlessly into different genres, Pooja is all set to take movie buffs on yet another rollercoaster of full-on entertainment.
New Delhi, July 18 (MExN): Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) and Coal India Ltd (CIL) has partnered for improving the quality of education given to the tribal students in the state of Chhattisgarh. CIL will support 68 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Chhattisgarh under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), which will be benefiting more than 28000 tribal students, stated a PIB update. Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India establishes EMRS to impart quality education to ST children thereby enabling them to avail of opportunities in higher and professional educational c ...Read More >
Himachal Pradesh faced nature's fury. Bridges collapsed in Shimla, Lahaul, and Spiti. Cloudbursts and flash floods caused widespread damage. Over 300 roads closed, disrupting travel. A police post swept away, shops damaged. No casualties reported yet. Orange alert issued for more heavy rain. The state has suffered significant financial losses this monsoon. Many people have died in rain-related incidents. Several bridges were washed away in Shimla and Lahaul and Spiti districts, while over 300 roads, including two national highways, have been closed across Himachal Pradesh following fresh inci ...Read More >
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is all set to embark on 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' from Bihar's Rohtas district on August 17 to register a protest against how the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls was being conducted in the state. This comes at a time when the Opposition is ratcheting up its protest against the SIR and casting aspersions on the integrity of elections. AICC general secretary (organisation) and MP KC Venugopal held a meeting with the INDIA bloc leaders at Sasaram in Rohtas district on Wednesday and reviewed preparations for Rahul Gandhi's visit to Bi ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], September 14 (ANI): The wait is finally over for Bigg Boss Tamil fans, as the popular reality show is all set to return with its ninth season. This season will once again see Vijay Sethupathi as the host, a familiar face whose charm and presence have become key parts of the show. His return ends weeks of speculation among fans about whether he would continue hosting the much-loved programme. Also Read | Ankita Lokhande Breaks Down in Tears After Husband Vicky Jain Meets With Accident, Gets 45 Stitches. The official announcement was made by the channel on Saturd ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 14 (ANI): Vishnu Das Maharaj of Sitaram Yoga Sadan Temple, Ayodhya, on Sunday said that they have full faith that India will win today's India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match. The saints and sages of Ayodhya also performed Puja and Archana in the temples for Team India's win. Also Read | ITR Filing 2025 Last Date: Know How To File Tax Returns As September 15 Deadline Approaches. Speaking to ANI, Vishnu Das Maharaj said, "Pakistan is a coward; India has always taught the cowards a lesson. The way the incident happened in Pahalgam, our Indian army ta ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 23 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tennis star Sania Mirza is not just known for her sporting achievements but also for her wit and candid presence on social media. Recently Sania gave fans a glimpse of a light-hearted moment from the pickleball court that quickly got attention online. Sania revealed how Farah Khan and her team broke into an impromptu dance to Neha Bhasin's trending track "Thumak Thumak" right in the middle of a game. Posting a dance clip, Sania captioned, "This is what happens when I ask them to play pickleball!" The fun exchange showcased the lighter side of sports, where the ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 1: Bollywood actress Mrunal Thakur, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the recently released film 'Son of Sardaar 2', is celebrating her birthday with the release of the film. The actress took to her Instagram on Friday, and shared a series of pictures from the film's special screening. She also penned a long note in the caption, as she shared how humbled she is with the magnitude of love coming her way with the release of 'Son of Sardaar 2'. She wrote, "Couldn't have asked for a better way to start my birthday. Son of Sardaar 2 is finally out, and I had ...Read More >
Krishna Janmashtami 2025 will be celebrated with devotion and joy on Friday, 15 August 2025 across India. According to the Hindu Panchang, this sacred festival marks the divine birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, born to Devaki and Vasudeva in Mathura. This year will mark the 5,252nd birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. For devotees in different parts of the country, the auspicious Nishita Puja hours vary slightly: The Nishita Puja is believed to be the precise moment of ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) Choreographer, filmmaker and star Youtuber Farah Khan, who hosted the Weekend Ka Vaar segment of "Bigg Boss 19" during superstar Salman Khan's absence, has asked actor Akshay Kumar if he's game to make part two of their 2010 heist comedy film "Tees Maar Khan". Farah took to Instagram stories, where she shared a picture of herself along with Akshay from the sets of "Bigg Boss 19". The actor was seen in the controversial reality show promoting his upcoming film "Jolly LLB 3." The filmmaker-choreographer and Youtuber found hosting with Akshay "such fun." "Tees m ...Read More >
Panaji (Goa) [India], December 12 (ANI): Actor Keerthy Suresh tied the knot with her long-time beau Antony Thattil in Goa. After solemnising her relationship in a traditional ceremony, Keerthy took to Instagram and shared pictures from her D-Day. Also Read | RSIFF 2024: Nick Jonas Reveals Being Fascinated by Priyanka Chopra's Career, Shares His Thoughts on Indian Films. "#ForTheLoveOfNyke (heart emoji)," she captioned the post. https://www.instagram.com/p/DDeNyx2M5ai/?hl=en&img_index=1 Also Read | Who Is Benny Blanco? All You Need To Know About American Music Producer Engaged To Pop Sensa ...Read More >
Srinagar- Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said foreign countries were told clearly during the post-Operation Sindoor diplomatic outreach that in case of a fresh provocation, India would repeat its action. Speaking at a discussion at the Ahmedabad Management Association, Tharoor said Indian delegations which visited foreign countries in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor managed to convey that India acted with restraint and responsibility. "In other places, we actually were able to get some very high-placed people to say not only that they respected and supported India's right of self- ...Read More >
Chennai, Jul 15 (PTI) The ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd has planned to expand its footprint in Tamil Nadu with 10 more branches and add over 10,000 advisors across South India. ManipalCigna Health Insurance Company Ltd is a joint venture between Manipal Group, an eminent player in healthcare delivery and higher education and global health services company Cigna Healthcare. Also Read | Aadhaar Free Update: Government Requests Parents to Update Children's Aadhaar Biometrics Between Age 5-7, Free of Cost. Citing a data from the General Insurance Council (GIC), ManipalCigna said it ...Read More >
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, celebrated for their on-screen chemistry in 'Shershaah,' have reportedly welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in Mumbai on Tuesday. While the couple hasn't officially announced the news, fans are showering them with blessings. They announced their pregnancy on February 28. The couple married in Jaisalmer on February 7, 2023. What began as a dreamy on-screen pairing in Shershaah has now blossomed into the most heartwarming chapter of real life. According to ...Read More >
Chennai, July 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Pooja Hegde, whose graceful dance moves for the sensational superhit song 'Monica' from Rajinikanth's 'Coolie' has come in for widespread praise, has now disclosed that the song was one of the most physically tough and demanding songs that she had done in her career. The actress also went on to disclose that she had danced the high energy number on a day she had been fasting for Mahashivratri. Taking to Instagram to share BTS clips of the song shoot, the actress wrote, "Thank you for all the love on Monica. Monica was one of the MOST physically tough ...Read More >
On July 9, Tiger Shroff shared a series of pictures from the set, holding Baaghi 4's clapboard. Sonam Bajwa is all set to bring her glam and groove to Bollywood's action-packed franchise Baaghi 4. As per reports, the actress will be seen performing a high-octane dance number in the upcoming Tiger Shroff starrer. Recently, Tiger Shroff has apologised to his fans for the delay in the Baaghi 4 trailer launch. Recently, the actress shared that BTS of shooting for a grand dance number on her Instagr ...Read More >
Dhanashree Verma has opened up about her divorce from Yuzvendra Chahal, revealing the emotional turmoil she experienced during the final court hearing. She addressed the rumors surrounding alimony demands and expressed surprise at Chahal's choice of attire during their court appearance. Choreographer and social media personality Dhanashree Verma has spoken about her divorce from Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, nearly a month after Chahal first opened up on the separation. In a podcast intervi ...Read More >
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 14 (ANI): Vishnu Das Maharaj of Sitaram Yoga Sadan Temple, Ayodhya, on Sunday said that they have full faith that India will win today's India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match. The saints and sages of Ayodhya also performed Puja and Archana in the temples for Team India's win. Speaking to ANI, Vishnu Das Maharaj said, "Pakistan is a coward; India has always taught the cowards a lesson. The way the incident happened in Pahalgam, our Indian army taught them a lesson." He further said that the Indian cricket team will show Pakistan its true status in t ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) From playing ancillary roles in movies like "Dear Zindagi", and "The Sky Is Pink", to winning hearts as Rishi Singh Shekhawat in Netflix's "Mismatched", actor Rohit Saraf has come a long way. At a time when several new actors tend to draw a clear line between OTT and theatre, Saraf chooses to look at things differently. For him, each medium holds a special place in helping him grow as an actor. Sharing his views on the topic, Saraf said: "I've been very lucky. OTT gave me connection and recognition, and films are now giving me new challenges and a wider canva ...Read More >
MADURAI: Likening the custodial murder of Ajith Kumar in Tiruppuvanam to an 'organised crime by police where the state kills its own citizens,' Madras high court lambasted the Tamil Nadu police and said the action against the perpetrators should be more stringent than in normal murder cases.A division bench of Justice S M Subramaniam and Justice A D Maria Clete pointed to 44 external injuries on the person of Ajith Kumar and said no part of the body was spared by the delinquent cops. "Even an ordinary murderer would not have inflicted such kind of injuries," the bench said on Tuesday.The natur ...Read More >
New Delhi: Protest at the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) against a recently announced fee hike, the long-standing suspension of students' union elections and calls for administrative accountability have entered their sixth day, with students boycotting classes and staging sit-ins at the Bab-e-Syed gate (the iconic entrance of the varsity). The fee structure for different courses has witnessed a sharp revision. Students say the hike ranges from 25% to over 60% across various programmes. Many claim they first learned of the revised fees only while trying to pay through the university's online ...Read More >
CHENNAI: On Friday, the makers of Coolie launched the second single, Monica, featuring Pooja Hegde. The energetic dance number is composed by Anirudh Ravichander. Sublahshini and Anirudh lent their voice, and the rap portion is covered by Asal Kolaar. Vishnu Edavan penned the lyrics. The song is set at a harbour, where Pooja and Soubin shake a leg together. Helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie is headlined by Rajinikanth. The star cast includes Nagarjuna, Sathyaraj, Upendra, Soubin and Shruti Haasan. Backed by Sun Pictures, this marks Rajini's 171st film. Aamir Khan, who will play the role of D ...Read More >
Bareilly (UP), Jul 17 (PTI) A teacher from Bahedi district, who went viral recently after reciting a poem mentioning Kanwar Yatra, approached the police on Thursday stating a threat to his life from anti-social elements. A case has been registered at Bahedi police station based on a complaint from Dr Rajneesh Kumar Gangwar, a teacher at MGM Inter College in the district. According to Circle Officer Arun Kumar Singh, Gangwar's complaint says that ever since his recitation of the poem 'Tum Kanwad Lene Mat Jana, Gyaan Ka Deepak Jalaana' (You don't go get Kavad, light the lamp of knowledge inste ...Read More >
The song features Guru Randhawa on vocals, with music by Tanishk Bagchi and lyrics penned by Armaan Sharma, continuing Bollywood's ongoing trend of repackaging nostalgia with new-age flair. Known for his chartbusters like "Morni Banke" and "Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui", Guru Randhawa adds his signature energy, making this track a strong contender for the party anthem of the season. Visually, The Po Po Song is a vibrant spectacle, blending peppy choreography with colorful set pieces, keeping in line ...Read More >
Janhvi Kapoor, who charmed fans with her performance in Param Sundari, is now gearing up for her upcoming film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Scheduled to hit theatres on October 2, the movie has already built strong anticipation. Meanwhile, Janhvi keeps turning heads with her chic promotional looks that balance elegance and style. On Thursday, the actress was spotted at Mumbai airport, reportedly returning from a round of promotional activities. Her look instantly grabbed attention as she kept ...Read More >
New Delhi: Today, OPPO India sets the vibe - and the countdown - for its Reno14 Series launch on 3rd July with its newest brand film under the 'Live the Aawara Life' campaign. After Ranbir Kapoor teased fans by name-dropping his "Aawara Gang" - Siddhant Chaturvedi, Ishaan Khatter and Pooja Hegde - OPPO India has now unveiled the full story, and it's a joyride of spontaneity, friendship, and rediscovery. Rooted in Reno's philosophy of living in the moment, the campaign positions the Reno14 Series as the ultimate travel companion - capturing fleeting experiences and turning them into unforgettab ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 4 (PTI) The makers of cinema icon Rajinikanth's new film "Coolie" have released the first look of superstar Aamir Khan from the upcoming action thriller. Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, known for "Kaithi", "Master", "Vikram" and "Leo", has directed the film, which is backed by production house Sun Pictures. Aamir, who is currently basking in the success of his latest release "Sitaare Zameen Par", will make a cameo appearance in "Coolie". Sun Pictures shared the 60-year-old actor's first look and introduced his character of Dahaa. "Introducing #AamirKhan as Dahaa, from the world o ...Read More >
Lucknow: Umar Ansari, the younger son of gangster-turned-politician late Mukhtar Ansari, was arrested by Ghazipur police from Darul Shafa area of Lucknow late Sunday night.The arrest was made following the registration of a criminal case against him for forgery in Ghazipur. He was taken into custody and transported to Ghazipur for further proceedings.Umar Ansari was booked for allegedly attempting to fraudulently reclaim a property that had been confiscated under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act. The property was earlier seized under Section 14(1) of the ...Read More >
Fawad Khan is finally returning to Indian screens. His much-talked-about film Abir Gulaal, co-starring Vaani Kapoor, has now locked its India release date, September 26. The film, directed by Aarti S Bagdi, was already rolled out globally on September 12. But the makers, Indian Stories Limited (UK), have now decided to bring it to Indian theatres with a solo release slot. "Abir Gulaal (Aabeer Gulaal) has released today, that is, September 12, across the globe. The team of Indian Stories Limited ...Read More >
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Bengaluru Crime: A woman's body, believed to be between 30 and 35 years old, was found stuffed inside a sack and dumped in a garbage truck in Bengaluru early Thursday. The identity of the woman is yet to be confirmed. Police said the sack was discovered by BBMP sanitation workers who immediately alerted the authorities. The body was found with her hands and neck tied, raising strong suspicion of murder. Officials stated that the body had been placed inside a gunny bag before being thrown into the garbage vehicle. Joint Commissioner of Police, C Vamsi Krishna, confirmed that the body has been ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh has been grabbing attention following Pakistani actress Hania Aamir's casting in Sardaar Ji 3. Though the film has not been released in India, but still celebs have criticised the singer cum actor. Rumours were going on that he had been removed from Border 2. Looks like Diljit Dosanjh has put all speculation to rest. He shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the sets of Border 2, hinting that he's very much part of the much-anticipated war drama. Taking to his Instagram handl ...Read More >