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Mumbai: Actor-comedian Kiku Sharda couldn't hold back his tears in the recent episode of the reality show 'Rise and Fall,' as he recalled the heartbreaking times when he lost both his parents in the span of two months. During an emotional conversation with fellow contestants, Kiku broke down in tears when he recalled the passing away of his mother, saying that he couldn't pick up the last call from his mother as he was busy in the USA. Kiku, who was seen inconsolable, recalled, "I was in the US two years back and my mother passed away. I didn't answer her last phone call, I was in America, I thought I would call her tomorrow since I was busy, and the next day she was not there." Kiku revealed that his father died 45 days later, as he couldn't handle the loss of his wife. He also asked his fellow contestants to stay in touch with their loved ones as long as they are alive. "45 days later, my father died; he couldn't handle the loss. After a certain age, your partner is irreplaceable. I don't know about everyone's life, but please be close to your loved ones, spend time with them, call them, stay in touch," said Kiku Sharda while talking to the fellow contestants. As per the format of the show, 'Rise and Fall' house is divided into two parts--Basement and Pent House. The contestants staying in the basement are called workers, while the ones living in Pent House are called Rulers. Kiku Sharda, Kubbra Sait, Sangeeta Phogat, Anaya Bangar, Aarush Bhola, Bali, and Akriti Negi are currently staying in the basement as Workers, while Arjun Bijlani, Dhanashree Verma, Aditya Narayan, Aahana Kumra, Nayandeep Rakshit, Arbaz Patel, and Pawan Singh hold the throne as Rulers. Also Read - Kiku Sharda NOT Leaving 'The Great Indian Kapil Show'; To Return For New Season After 'Rise & Fall' The Rulers live in luxury in a fancy penthouse, while the Workers struggle in a basic basement, fighting hard to rise to the top. From broken trust, shifting alliances, and shocking secrets revealed, the real drama begins when those below rise and those above fall. The show is currently streaming on Amazon MX Player.
Mumbai, June 5: The reality show 'Hip Hop India 2' has decided its winner for its second season. Contestant Shubhankar, who is known by his stage name, Hectik, was crowned the winner. With Remo D'Souza and Malaika Arora added at the helm as the judges, Bollywood actors Sara Ali Khan and Adtiya Roy Kapur graced the season finale. They were there to promote their upcoming film 'Metro...In Dino'. The finalists included Hitesh, Rule Breakerz, Aman-Kunal, and Lil Pool, each of whom brought their own signature styles to the stage. Shubhankar owned the stage and raised the winner's belt in a moment ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The second season of 'Hip Hop India' has finally found its winner on Thursday. The battle for the crown reached its ultimate thrilling conclusion as Shubhankar aka Hectik emerged as the winner of the dance competition 'Hip Hop India' Season 2 on Amazon's free streaming service, Amazon MX Player. Also Read | 'DNA' Release Date: Atharva Murali, Nimisha Sajayan-Starrer Film To Hit Screens on June 20. The grand finale was full of spectacular performances where Shubhankar outshone formidable finalists Hitesh, Rule Breakerz, Aman-Kunal, and Lil Pool to ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Ankita Lokhande shared some "raw" pictures of herself as she celebrated unfiltered beauty that comes from being present. Ankita took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures of herself standing on the balcony. The sunlight softly touches her skin adding an extra golden glow and the wind adds the drama to the actress' perfect curly hair. The actress, who looks stunning dressed in a black and white dress, wrote her thoughts in the caption section. She wrote: "There's a kind of beauty that isn't filtered, posed, or planned... It's in the way ...Read More >
Hansika Motwani and Sohael Khaturiya's marriage reportedly hit rock bottom after two years. Hansika moved in with her mother, while Sohael stays with his parents. Just two years after their marriage a report has claimed that things have not been good between Hansika Motwani and her husband Sohael Khaturiya, and that their relationship has hit rock bottom. The two have reportedly been living separately just two years after getting married. While Hansika Motwani didn't react to these news reports, ...Read More >
Having a good story and making a good film are two very different things - and the Punjabi film 'Ikk Kudi' is a reminder of exactly that. You can sense potential in the premise from the start, but the film's treatment never quite lets you stay invested. The Shehnaaz Gill starrer, also her production debut, is well-intentioned, but not quite well-made. Gill, as Tejo and Simar, is the undeniable heart of the film. The story moves between past and present, exploring a woman's right to choose whom s ...Read More >
Bigg Boss Marathi 6 Week 12 elimination: Saagar Karande and Reva Kaurase are in the danger zone as voting trends hint at a possible eviction. Drama continues to peak inside the Bigg Boss Marathi 6 house as the show inches closer to its finale. This week has seen intense clashes, including a heated face-off between Raqesh Bapat and Vishal Kotian, along with Rakhi Sawant bringing her signature dose of chaos and humour. With Week 12 nominations in place, all eyes are now on who might face eliminati ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Following the tremendous success of the primary season of Amazon MX Player's show based on Chartered Accountants, "Half CA", the viewers are eagerly waiting for the release of season 2. Commemorating the National Chartered Accountants' Day on Tuesday, the streaming platform has released a new teaser from the show. The latest season will carry forward Archie Mehta's (played by Ahsaas Channa) CA journey as she commences her Articleship. We will get to see how she copes with the long hours, mounting responsibilities, and emotional burnout, along with the massive ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5 (ANI): Actor Aahana S Kumra will be seen participating in reality show Rise and Fall. On what made her say yes to the show, the Lipstick Under My Burkha star in a press note said, When they (makers) called me for Rise and Fall, I was intrigued. I got a call from my friend who also the casting director and he asked me to meet the team. I met them and it was pretty amazing because it the first time that theyre doing this show in India, and it coincides with my first time doing any reality format. The captive format of the show excites Aahana but also m ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor-comedian Kiku Sharda, best known for his comic antics on television, opened up about his personality off-screen. In an exclusive interview with IANS, he shared that while he brings laughter to audiences on TV, he is quite reserved in real life and doesn't talk as much as people might expect. Kiku shared, "Being a comic actor didn't make much difference inside the house. I didn't feel any pressure to be funny all the time, nor did I go in with that intention. Just because I do comedy on TV doesn't mean I'm joking around 24/7 in real life." "Off-screen, I' ...Read More >
Mumbai, Nov 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Sunny Leone is all set to return as host for the latest season of the reality show, "Splitsvilla X6 (Season 16)". As the shoot for the show has already commenced, Sunny used social media to share a sneak peek into her Day 1 of Splitsvilla. Spilling the excitement for the show, the 'Ragini MMS 2' actress shared a video on her official Instagram handle from the location saying, "Day- 1 Splitsvilla is complete. It is very exciting. So many cool things are going to happen. Oh my God, the girls are so great and the boys are so hot. Yummy Yummy. All I have t ...Read More >
The trailer of Rise & Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover, showcases the clash between Rulers in luxury and Workers in hardship. Featuring 16 celebrities, the Banijay Asia show premieres Sept 6 on MX Player. Mumbai: The trailer of the upcoming streaming reality show Rise & Fall was unveiled on Monday. The video sets the tone for a brutal divide between two opposite worlds -- the Rulers and the Workers. The Rulers bask in luxury inside a lavish penthouse, while the Workers grind in a bare-basics base ...Read More >
Actor-Singer Shehnaaz Gill recently opened up about consuming black alkaline water, which can cost up to Rs 600 per bottle. Despite the high price, Gill claimed that the water doesn't have a different taste and she drinks it simply because she finds it black. Alkaline water has become a popular trend among celebrities and many people claim it is good for health. However, Gill's remarks about the water being just like normal water surprised fans. In her comments, Shehnaaz Gill also mentioned that ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 30 (ANI): The makers of Saqib Saleem, Siddharth Nigam, Kavita Kaushik, Varun Badola, Anjumm Sharma, Aarif Zakaria, Poojaa Gor, Vikram Kochhar, and Anushka Kaushik starrer 'Kaptaan' series, unveiled the trailer on Monday. Saqib Saleem plays the role of SSP Samardeep, the celebrated officer, known for his unorthodox methods. Siddharth Nigam plays Kabir, a dangerous and unpredictable character whose personal history drives his actions. The trailer shows isolated crime scenes, highlighting a network of counterfeit operations, organised rackets, and a growing t ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of "Aakhri Sawaal" starring Sanjay Dutt on Thursday unveiled the teaser of the upcoming film, that dares to ask the questions that have intrigued the nation and its youth for over a century. Aakhri Sawaal is directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Abhijeet Mohan Warang. It also features Amit Sadh and marks the return of actress Sameera Reddy on screen after a long hiatus. The film is slated to release on May 8. From the ban imposed after Mahatma Gandhi's demise to the allegations surrounding the Babri Masjid demolition, Aakhri Sawaal raises se ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Noorin Sha became the first contestant to exit the streaming reality show 'Rise and Fall'. But she didn't walk out without unleashing a sharp attack against social media influencer and choreographer Dhanashree Verma. Noorin was nominated alongside Akriti, Sangeeta, and Aarush, it was Aarush who found safety through the audience's support. The remaining three awaited their fate, which lay entirely in the hands of the Rulers. Every Ruler in the show voted against Noorin, sealing her exit from the show. Before walking out, Noorin left a fiery parting shot ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 : The second season of 'Hip Hop India' has finally found its winner on Thursday. The battle for the crown reached its ultimate thrilling conclusion as Shubhankar aka Hectik emerged as the winner of the dance competition 'Hip Hop India' Season 2 on Amazon's free streaming service, Amazon MX Player. The grand finale was full of spectacular performances where Shubhankar outshone formidable finalists Hitesh, Rule Breakerz, Aman-Kunal, and Lil Pool to emerge victorious in the battle of dance. With his explosive energy and unmatched command of the KRUMP style, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 19 (ANI): Seasoned pacer Mohammed Shami, who missed out on a place in India's squad for the England tour, has been named in Bengal's expanded list of 50 probables for the upcoming domestic season, according to ESPncricinfo. Shami could potentially be a part of the East Zone in the season-opening Duleep Trophy, which kicks off on August 28, which could mark his return to competitive cricket. The 34-year-old, who has 64 Tests, 108 ODIs and 25 T20Is appearances under his belt, hasn't featured for India since the Champions Trophy, which concluded in March earlier this year ...Read More >
Bigg Boss 19 continues to stir emotions inside the house, with contestants sharing personal stories that leave a lasting impact. In a recent clip from the upcoming episode, Farrhana Bhatt opened up about the pain of growing up in a broken family. Speaking candidly with co-contestant Kunickaa Sadanand, she revealed how her parents separated when her mother was just 25. When Kunickaa asked about her father, Farrhana made a heartbreaking confession: "I have not seen him. I have just seen him in pic ...Read More >
Jackie Shroff and Madhuri Dixit's '100 Days' (1991) continues to be one of the most iconic horror movies even today. Amid its popularity, the classic will now be adapted as a web show by its original producer, Jay Mehta. Sources exclusively told India Today that the show will feature Abhishek Kumaarr and Srishti Singh in the lead roles. While the shoot for the series is almost complete, it will launch sometime by the end of the year. As per sources, the series will be streamed on Amazon MX Play ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5 (ANI): Actor Aahana S Kumra will be seen participating in reality show 'Rise and Fall'. On what made her say yes to the show, the 'Lipstick Under My Burkha' star in a press note said, "When they (makers) called me for Rise and Fall, I was intrigued. I got a call from my friend who's also the casting director and he asked me to meet the team. I met them and it was pretty amazing because it's the first time that they're doing this show in India, and it coincides with my first time doing any reality format."The captive format of the show excites Aahana bu ...Read More >
In one of the previous episodes of Bigg Boss 19 too, Amaal Mallik claimed that Awez Darbar was cheating on his girlfriend, Nagma Mirajkar. Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik has once again issued an open threat about Awez Darbar, making comments about his personal life. In the recent episode of Salman Khan's controversial reality show, Amaal questioned Nehal Chudasama for telling Pranit More and the team that they were better in the comedy task. Nehal explained that she felt guilty after announcing the ...Read More >
Mumbai Oct 15 (SocialNews.XYZ) King has been roped in as one of the mentors in Amazon MX Player music reality series "I-POPSTAR". He, along with Aastha Gill, Aditya Rikhari, and Parmish Verma, will be seen guiding contestants, evaluating their performances, and pushing them to explore new creative heights. Spilling his excitement about guiding the next generation of musicians, King shared that "I-POPSTAR" is a platform where raw talent meets opportunity. "Every contestant brings something speci ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 17 (SocialNews.XYZ) The battle of Bihar is getting intense, and colourful with the approaching assembly elections. The Padma Shri awardee, actor Manoj Bajpayee recently found himself at the centre of a poll campaign video doctored by the IT wing of Rashtriya Janata Dal. The 4 time National Award-winning actor slammed the creators of the video for unlawfully using his personality and imagery without his consent, for electoral gains and swinging the voters. Tejashwi Yadav, the son of RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, took to his X, formerly Twitter, and shared the now deleted doctored ...Read More >
Friends who were familiar with Gaurav prior to Bigg Boss 19, along with those he met during the program, gathered to celebrate the dual event -- his Bigg Boss 19 win and his birthday. Gaurav Khanna's latest achievement on Bigg Boss 19 resulted in a day-long celebration, as dear friends from TV and digital realms gathered for a cosy birthday (December 11) and victory bash. The evening event showcased Gaurav's rising fame following his Bigg Boss 19 victory and signified another personal achievemen ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 3 (ANI): Actor Saqib Saleem has come up with a new show titled 'Kaptaan'. In Kaptaan, he takes on the role of a police officer and undergoes a striking transformation for the part, shedding approximately 6-7 kg to perfectly embody the physique required for his character. "I had to go through a massive weight loss.The work I was doing before this, I didn't have to fit much. I had to wear a uniform in this, and that too a tight one. So, I started working out...it was a journey. I worked hard. I worked out a lot...in 45 days, I lost around 6-7 kgs," Saqib tol ...Read More >
Mumbai Sep 13 (SocialNews.XYZ) Television actor Abhishek Kumar currently is seen as a participant on the reality TV show "Pati Patni Aur Panga". The actor recently created a light-hearted moment on the set when he jokingly said, "I love you" to Sunita Ahuja, wife of Bollywood superstar Govinda. Sunita was present on the show as a special guest, and the exchange, meant in fun, left both the audience and fellow contestants in splits. The reality shop Pati Patni Aur Panga, hosted by Bharti Singh and Haarsh Limbhachiyaa, has quickly become a buzzworthy show with an amalgamation of entertainment, ...Read More >
Noted Kannada theatre artist and comedian Raju Talikote passed away at the age of 62 after suffering a heart attack at a private hospital in Manipal, Udupi district. Talikote, who was in Udupi for a film shoot, reportedly suffered the cardiac arrest on Sunday night and was admitted to the hospital, where he breathed his last the following evening. His last rites will be held on Tuesday at his native Chikka Sindagi in Sindagi taluk, Vijayapura district, according to sources close to the family. ...Read More >
Mumbai: The buzz around Bigg Boss 19 is building up rapidly as fans eagerly await the new season set to premiere on Colors TV in late August. Known for its drama, controversies, and unexpected twists, the reality show is once again ready to entertain audiences across age groups. Amid the excitement, a new name has emerged that's adding to the anticipation. Indian cricketer's ex-wife is in talks for the show. Guess who? Choreographer and social media personality Dhanashree Verma, who is also known as the ex-wife of Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal, is reportedly approached by the makers to j ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 3 (ANI): Actor Saqib Saleem has come up with a new show titled 'Kaptaan'. In Kaptaan, he takes on the role of a police officer and undergoes a striking transformation for the part, shedding approximately 6-7 kg to perfectly embody the physique required for his character. "I had to go through a massive weight loss.The work I was doing before this, I didn't have to fit much. I had to wear a uniform in this, and that too a tight one. So, I started working out... ...Read More >