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New Delhi: Ranveer Singh's mimicry of the Daivas from the Kantara movie starring Rishab Shetty at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, courted massive controversy. While Ranveer shared an apology on social media after a few days, the lead star of Kantara and filmmaker Rishab Shetty has first time reacted to the incident. At an event by Behindwoods in Chennai, Rishab Shetty without naming Ranveer spoke on the stage about how there's always a risk when making a film like Kantara, and how people then try to mimic it. He added, "That makes me uncomfortable. While much of the film is cinema and performance, the daiva element is sensitive and sacred. Wherever I go, I request people not to perform it on stage or mock it. It is emotionally deeply connected to us." Kantara filmmaker and actor shared his thoughts on how he feels uncomfortable when anyone tries to mimic or mock the daivas despite the film's team requesting otherwise, reports Hindustan Times. For the unversed, Ranveer mimicked a scene inspired by Kantara Chapter 1, referencing the iconic Chaundi sequence which has garnered a lot of criticism. It refers to the sacred part of the procession dedicated to Goddess Chavundi - the fierce guardian spirit worshipped in Tulu Nadu. At the IFFI stage, Ranveer hailed the Kantara movie franchise, and tried to recreate the moment with humour, describing Chaundi as a 'female ghost', imitating with exaggerated expression. Ranveer further joked, "Anybody here want to see me in Kantara 3? pointing at Rishab Shetty, "Tell this guy."
Kareena Kapoor Khan brought a deeply personal and touching element to her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi by requesting him to write a heartfelt message for her two sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jeh Ali Khan, who were unable to attend the event. A memorable highlight from the gathering showcased Kareena watching intently, her expression radiating pride and warmth, as the Prime Minister inscribed a note dedicated to her children, affectionately called "Tim and Jeh."Kareena Kapoor Khan added ...Read More >
Moradabad (UP), Aug 1 (PTI) The Moradabad district administration has cancelled the allotment of a government bungalow granted to former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Samajwadi Party (SP) has been asked to vacate the premises within 30 days. The bungalow, located in the posh Civil Lines area near the Police Training College (PTC II), was allotted to the SP patriarch 31 years ago. Spread across nearly 1,000 square meters on Nazul land, the property serves as the local SP office. District Magistrate Anuj Singh said the property is needed for housing officers and other ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi heartthrob Diljit Dosanjh has been constantly expanding his horizons. He recently joined forces with Sandalwood sensation Rishabh Shetty for his much-awaited prequel "Kantara: Chapter 1". Diljit and Rishabh shared a joint post where the two were seen greeting each other with affection before moving on to a fruitful musical session. These two also indulged in a fun chat after wrapping up their work for the day. The project marks Diljit's primary association with Rishabh. The 'Jatt & Juliet' actor has recorded a special song for "Kantara: Chapter 1". The ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Rishab Shetty's highly awaited prequel, 'Kantara Chapter 2', has finally arrived in theatres, and fans can't keep calm. With a pan-India release, the film has once again taken the audience back to the theatres, with first reactions already flooding social media platforms. Amid the craze, fans in large numbers also lined up at theatres in Bengaluru, reflecting the craze for the film. In visuals from Bengaluru, a cinema hall could be seen decked up with flowers, decorations, and posters of 'Kantara Chapter 1'. A long cut-out of Shetty's character was also installed, completely cove ...Read More >
Bengaluru: The countdown for one of the highly anticipated Indian movies of the year, Kantara Chapter 1, has started. There is only one day left for the movie to hit the screens, and the anticipation among fans has reached fever pitch. Director-actor Rishab Shetty and the Hombale Films crew are busy with high promotions, and fans can't wait to decode the story that promises to take them back to the era of the Kadamba dynasty. As the buzz grows, writer-actor Anirudh Mahesh, who co-wrote the film alongside Rishab Shetty and actor Shaneel Gautham, had a conversation with ETV Bharat's Ravikumar M ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 30 (PTI) Vivek Agnihotri, whose credits include films such as "The Tashkent Files" and "The Kashmir Files", praised Aditya Dhar's latest directorial "Dhurandhar: The Revenge" and also warned the filmmaker to stay mindful of the ecosystem, which can be vicious. Agnihotri shared a note on his X handle on Monday and also lauded cinematography and production design of the film. The film released on March 19 and is a sequel to Dhar's 2025 directorial "Dhurandhar". Featuring Ranveer Singh, the film has earned over Rs 1000 crore at the global box office. "'Dhurandhar: The Revenge'. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): The International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026 celebrated cinema and honoured the filmmakers and actors at the 'Night of Honours' event on Monday in Bharat Mandapam. From Mohit Suri to Ramesh Sippy, several artists were given awards for their performances and contributions to cinema. The cultural evening was marked by the presence of Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra and Governor of Delhi Taranjit Singh Sandhu. The ceremony opened with Vande Mataram, followed by the national anthem and lamp lighting by the chief guests. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): The makers of Rishab Shetty's highly anticipated film 'Kantara: Chapter 1' have released a poster of the movie on the occasion of the actor's 42nd birthday. Taking to their Instagram handle, Hombale Films (the official production banner of the film) shared a poster featuring Rishab Shetty, who is seen holding a battle axe in one hand and a shield in the other. Shetty has donned tribal warrior gear in the poster, hinting at the breathtaking visuals in the movie. While sharing the poster, Hombale wrote, 'Where legends are born and the roar of the wild echoes. ...Read More >
Patna, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) In a major action against corruption, the State Vigilance Unit (SVU) on Saturday arrested Sub-Inspector Putul Kumari, the SHO of the Women's Police Station in Samastipur, for accepting a bribe of Rs 20,000. Her driver was also arrested in the case. The arrest has created a stir within the police department. According to an official, Putul Kumari was caught red-handed while taking the bribe from Rajiv Ranjan, a resident of Chhatauna village under Mufassil police station limits, in connection with an assault case. Rajiv Ranjan had filed a written complaint with ...Read More >
Manoj Bajpayee warns that the Indian film industry's obsession with box office numbers, likened to Bhasmasura, threatens independent cinema. Manoj Bajpayee, one of India's most respected actors, has spoken out against the growing focus on box office numbers in the film industry. Bajpayee warns that the obsession with collections can be harmful. He describes it as a "monster" that could end up hurting even the people who created it. His comments come ahead of the release of his upcoming film, Jug ...Read More >
Bangalore Gold Rate Today: Shattering all hopes of retail jewellery buyers of some relief amid the ongoing Navratri festival, gold rates in Bangalore, and other Indian cities broke another record on Monday, September 29. The price of gold in Bangalore, aka Bengaluru, witnessed a sharp surge bringing 24 karat gold Rs 16,000 above the historic Rs 1 lakh mark. The gold price rally in Karnataka capital mirrored the surge in gold rate in India and across the world. The sharp rally in precious metal is on its path to beat the record-rally of 1979. Multiple factors like US Fed rate cut, trade becau ...Read More >
At the Hyderabad pre-release event of Kantara: Chapter 1, Rishab Shetty found himself at the centre of a language row. The actor-director, who has been aggressively promoting the much-awaited prequel releasing on October 2, delivered his entire speech in Kannada -- and Telugu fans were not impressed. Clips from the event went viral on social media, with netizens questioning why Rishab, while keen on the Telugu box office, didn't speak even a single word in Telugu. "They want Telugu audiences but won't speak Telugu," fumed one comment that captured the general mood. What stung fans further wa ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh who is expanding his prowess across the globe, is now consolidating his stardom down south. His new track 'Rebel' from the upcoming Kannada movie 'Kantara: Chapter 1' was unveiled on Wednesday. The song crooned by Diljit Dosanjh is impactful and intriguing in every element. Bringing the massive and thrilling world of Kantara to the audience, the song also features Diljit. While his vocals create magic, his presence in the song perfectly amps up the entire vibe. The track further elevates the excitement for the film's release. Ta ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 2 (ANI): Rishab Shetty highly awaited prequel, Kantara Chapter 2 has finally arrived in theatres and fans cant keep calm. With a pan-India release, the film has once again taken the audience back to the theatres, with first reactions already flooding social media platforms. Amid the craze, fans in large numbers also lined up at theatres in Bengaluru, reflecting the craze for the film. In visuals from Bengaluru, a cinema hall could be seen decked up with flowers, decorations and posters of Kantara Chapter 1. A long cut-out of Shetty character was also i ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The new Indian blockbuster Kantara Chapter 1 has crossed the $80 million-mark at the global box office in two weeks since it first hit theatres on October 2. According to Comscore data, the Kannada mythological drama closed its second weekend at $69.3 million and ranked as the eighth top-grossing film worldwide for the weekend ending October 12. The Indian film completed fifteen days at the global ticket windows on October 15, ...Read More >
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 17 (ANI): Actor-director Rishab Shetty, who is basking in the success of 'Kantara: Chapter 1', visited Varanasi on Friday and attended the Ganga aarti there. He also performed puja at the ghat. Also Read | Bigg Boss 19: Amaal Mallik Says Nobody Would Cast Farrhana Bhatt Even in a 'C-Grade Movie', Calls Her Mother 'B-Grade'. On paying a sacred visit to Varanasi, Rishab told ANI, "This is my second visit here. The first time, I came with my family. When we began working on Kantara, we had made a promise to ourselves that we would come here one day to ...Read More >
What was meant to be a well-publicized wedding is now the subject of rumors and intrigue. One of the key players in India's victory, Smriti Mandhana, was set to marry music composer Palash Muchhal on November 23, just weeks after the country won the Women's World Cup. That didn't happen though. Smriti's father, Shrinivas, fell ill on the day of the wedding and needed to be taken to the hospital. Palash was admitted to a hospital in Sangli, Smriti's hometown, the next day, and subsequently transf ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Police on Saturday recreated the sequence of events concerning the February 1 firing at film producer-director Rohit Shetty's Juhu residence, and the scooter trail at the centre of the incident. "We took the accused to Pune and returned with them to understand how long it had taken them to bring the scooter to Mumbai, and the route they took before parking the two-wheeler outside Vile Parle railway station in Mumbai. The keys to the scooter were left in the vehicle. The shooter, who we s ...Read More >
'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (2001) is a romantic drama directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, marking the Bollywood debut of R Madhavan and Dia Mirza. At the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor R Madhavan opened up about the emotional journey of his iconic film 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (RHTDM), which has achieved cult status over the years. The film, initially released in 2001, marked a significant milestone in Bollywood, both for R Madhavan and his co-star Dia Mirza, as it was their debut film. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the romantic drama also starred Saif ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 3 (ANI): National award-winning actor, Rishab Shetty, is all set to star in one of the most ambitious historical dramas in recent years, titled 'The Pride Of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.' The film, a grand retelling of the life of one of India's greatest warrior kings, will showcase the legendary rise of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a revered figure who reshaped Indian history and fought to protect his kingdom from Mughal invaders. The movie promises to be a visual spectacle, featuring groundbreaking action sequences, stunning VFX, and a powerfu ...Read More >
New Delhi: After a long absence from the Hindi film industry, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is getting ready to return with a new project, much to everyone's delight. With the highly anticipated film 'Jee Le Zaraa' co-starring Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, the renowned actress is getting ready for a successful return after a six-year absence. Though Priyanka is currently occupied with shooting the Prime Video series 'Citadel season 2', she has recently disclosed thrilling details about her next Hindi film ventures. She met with producers and examined screenplays, hinting at a promising project in an i ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Kantara: Chapter 1, the prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, is all set to release on October 2. Directed and acted by Rishab Shetty, the film has been in the making for more than two years. The trailer, visuals, and scale of the movie have created huge hype. Advance bookings are already strong, crossing Rs. 4.2 crore in India, which is more than double the first film's opening day numbers. Recently, the team held a grand pre-release event in Hyderabad with Jr. NTR as the chief guest. The celebrations in Hyderabad, however, took an unexpected turn. Rishab Shetty spoke only in K ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 5 (ANI): Actors Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's rom-com 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,' which opened to mixed reviews on October 2, has completed its third day with limited growth. As per the latest update shared by trade analyst Taran Adarsh, the film has collected Rs 23.92 crore so far. Also Read | Comedian Samay Raina's 'Sugar Daddy' Joke Tagging Cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal Sparks Online Buzz; Dhanashree Verma's Indirect Reaction Goes Viral (View Posts). According to Adarsh, the movie saw some growth on Saturday; however, it still couldn't reach th ...Read More >
Rishab Shetty has recently indirectly addressed the ongoing Daiva mimicry controversy linked to Kantara Chapter 1, making a heartfelt appeal for sensitivity and respect. His comments come following actor Ranveer Singh issued an apology after a video related to Daiva's performance sparked criticism online. Risabh Shetty was recently spotted at a public event in Chennai, where he expressed discomfort over people imitating or mocking elements linked to Daiva worship. He explained that the Daiva ele ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: Rumours around filmmaker Aditya Dhar's ambitious 7.5-hour director's cut of "Dhurandhar", starring Ranveer Singh, have sparked curiosity online, with claims suggesting a limited theatrical release on April 5. As per reports, the extended version combines the duology 'Dhurandhar' and Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has surfaced through a CBFC certificate dated March 31, 2026. However, when IANS reached out to the makers, they were unavailable for comment. There is still no clarity or official statement regarding the ongoing news. As per a source close to IANS, this could also be an A ...Read More >
New Delhi: Filmmaker Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus - Ramayana is touted as the biggest Indian film ever made. Reason? It's staggering budget, massive star cast and world-class VFX technology. After the 3 minute long first glimpse of the epic tale was unveiled earlier this month - expectations from this two-part cinematic glory is nothing short of being sky-high. Producer Namit Malhotra in his recent interview revealed that real budget costing is nothing less than a staggering Rs 4000 crore - even bigger than many Hollywood classics like Avatar and Avengers. Speaking on The Prakhar Gupta Xperie ...Read More >
Mumbai, Sep 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ace Bollywood designer Manish Malhotra said that "Your visionary stance to cinema has been a cherished journey" as filmmaker Karan Johar bagged his 4th National Award. Karan Johar's "Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani" starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt was honoured with the award for 'Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment' at the 71st National Film Awards on Tuesday by the President of India. Congratulating Karan on his latest achievement, Manish penned on his official Instagram handle, "Dearest and Bestest @karanjohar many Congratulations on your ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director and actor Rishab Shetty's eagerly awaited Kannada language pan-India film 'Kantara: Chapter 1' have now chosen to cancel the pre-release event of the film that was to be held in Chennai on Tuesday. The decision to cancel the event comes in the wake of the terrible stampede that took place at Karur that resulted in the loss of 41 lives. Hombale Films, the production house that is producing the film, took to its X timeline to announce its decision. It wrote, "Due to the recent unfortunate incident, we are cancelling the #KantaraChapter1 p ...Read More >
Bollywood couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor have built their dream home in Pali Hill. However, the recent reports have suggested that they will move into their new house during Diwali. The six-story house, which is valued at Rs 250 crore, appears to have been under construction for a long time. Previously, Raj Kapoor and his wife, Krishna Raj Kapoor, built the bungalow on the same property. Later, Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor received it. It will be the home of Ranbir's mother, Neetu Kapoor, ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui will share screen with 'Mission Impossible' actor Ilia Volok in a heist film titled 'Faraar'. Nawazuddin will be seen as a Physics professor, whereas Volok, known for his roles in Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Mission Impossible', 'GI Joe', 'Indiana Jones' etc, will play the antagonist. Director Kushagra Sharma, who will be helming the heist film, shared, "Casting Ilia Volok opposite Nawazuddin Siddiqui was a creative decision driven by the desire to reintroduce the essence of a powerful, layered villain while breaking away from conventional port ...Read More >