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Mumbai, April 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson is the latest celebrity to hop on to the viral 'What were you like in the '90s?', sharing a glimpse of his younger yet stronger self while adding a dollop of humour. Dwayne, who is also known by his ring name "The Rock", took to Instagram, where he shared a video beginning with his daughters and a text overlay that read: "Dad, what were you like in the 90s'?" along with the song "Iris" playing in the background by Goo Goo Dolls. The clip then moves through a montage of the star's journey, from his wrestling days to his early acting phase and even includes the now-iconic photo of him in a black turtleneck, denims and a fanny pack, a look his close friend Kevin Hart often teases him about. For the caption, Johnson wrote: "Well my loves, dad earned a few scars and callouses back then.. that stuff never goes outta style. And for the love of all that's sacred in the universe, stay far away from turtle necks." Talking about the viral trend, it is where netizens showcase their nostalgic 90s photos or videos and add the track Iris by the American rock band Goo Goo Dolls. On the work front, Johnson has just wrapped up shooting for the next installment of the "Jumanji" franchise, which also features Karen Gillian, Kevin Hart and Jack Black. The first installment of Jumanji was released first in 1995. The film was based on the 1981 children's picture book by Chris Van Allsburg. It stars Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, David Alan Grier, Bonnie Hunt, Jonathan Hyde, and Bebe Neuwirth. The film spawned an animated television series that aired from 1996 to 1999, and was followed by a spin-off film, Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005), and two sequels, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) and Jumanji: The Next Level (2019), with a third and final sequel set to be released in 2026.
Ed Sheeran, Shah Rukh Khan, and Arijit Singh unite for a song?: Fans worldwide have been enthralled by British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's recent trip to India, particularly because of his encounters with Bollywood's Shah Rukh Khan and Arijit Singh. Sheeran posted some sweet moments of friendship on Instagram, including Shah Rukh Khan jokingly repeating the hook of Sheeran's upcoming song "Sapphire," and a calm coffee conversation with Arijit Singh on a barge. Sheeran immersed himself in Indi ...Read More >
NOIDA: Two men were arrested late Wednesday for an alleged attempt to commit culpable homicide days after a viral video showed a 25-year-old man being hit by an SUV during a violent quarrel in Sector 53, Noida, on June 2, police said on Thursday. The purported video showed a black Mahindra Thar hitting the victim -- Saurabh Yadav -- from behind, flinging him into a roadside drain during a clash between two rival groups. HT, however, could not verify the authenticity of the video. Police identified the arrested suspects as Aman Awana, 29, and Akash Awana, 25, both residents of Sector 23, Noi ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Imagine stepping into a home where even the taps glisten in gold, that's what Instagram creator Priyam Saraswat found during his visit to a stunning mansion in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The house belongs to Anoop Agrawal, a government contractor, who takrs highway projects. The video of his mansion has gone viral for its jaw-dropping interiors, decorated with 24-carat gold. From furniture and light switches to lamps and idols, almost everything in the house has been coated or crafted in gold. Even the water taps, murti (idols), and decor pieces sparkle with pure gold ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 5 (ANI): Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Saturday accused the Congress of misleading the country with its claim that the BJP-led government at the Centre wants to change the Constitution. He added that AICC has now become the 'All India Cheating Congress'. "The words 'secular' and 'socialist' were not there in the Constitution. It was added after the 42nd Amendment. The Amendment was brought during the Emergency. Emergency was a black day in the democratic history of our country. So, the original Constitution did not have the words 'secular' and ...Read More >
Mumbai: Aditya Roy Kapur is once again grabbing attention and this time, it's not for a film but his personal life. The actor, known for his charm and striking screen presence, is back in headlines after fans spotted some curious clues in his recent social media post, linking him to Goan model Georgina Dsilva. It all started when Aditya shared a carousel of pictures from his recent getaway. Among the scenic snaps and laid-back vibes, one photo featuring a mystery hand caught the attention of eagle-eyed netizens. Many were quick to match the hand including the nail art to Georgina's, based on ...Read More >
GURGAON: The investigation into the murder of a 25-year-old former international tennis player, allegedly by her father, has revealed a sudden deterioration in their relationship. The apparent reason was a disagreement over the academy she ran near their house, but the roots clearly run deeper. The father, who claims to have spent Rs 2 crore on his daughter's tennis career, told interrogators he was troubled by questions about her "character" that some of his associates had raised.Deepak Yadav, who shot Radhika at their house Thursday morning, had allegedly been insisting for two weeks on her ...Read More >
Mumbai: Two days after a video of Shiv Sena MLA Sanjay Gaikwad assaulting staffers at the Akashwani MLA hostel canteen in Colaba over "stale dal" went viral, Marine Drive police registered a non-cognisable offence against him on Friday.The NC was filed soon after CM Fadnavis contradicted minister of state for home Yogesh Kadam in an embarrassment of sorts for the state govt. While Kadam said police cannot act against Gaikwad as there is no complaint, the CM said cops should definitely probe the case and no one needs to file a complaint for that, report Mateen Hafeez & Chaitanya Marpakwar. A co ...Read More >
Baby John is releasing on 25th December 2024. Reportedly, Salman Khan will also make a special appearance in the film. Varun Dhawan and Keerthy Suresh have set the internet on fire with their song "Nain Matakka" from the upcoming film Baby John. To add to the excitement, today, the actor shared a set of behind-the-scenes (BTS) photos featuring Keerthy Suresh and Diljit Dosanjh. In no time, it went viral, and fans also reacted to it. Taking to his Instagram handle, Varun Dhawan shared photos to see how they have prepared for the song. "#nainmatakka crazy energy on this set. Are u doing the na ...Read More >
Sobhita Dhulipala is getting married to Naga Chaitanya this week. The couple will get married in Hyderabad. Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are getting married on Wednesday, December 4. The couple kicked off their pre-wedding ceremonies over the weekend. While photos from their haldi ceremony went viral, Sobhita has now shared photos from her Pelli Kuthuru ceremony. Taking to Instagram, Sobhita shared a gallery of photos in which she decked up in red, giving a glimpse of her look as a bride. Dressed in a traditional saree and sporting gold jewellery, Sobhita looked stunning in the cerem ...Read More >
Video: Kerala Man's 'Gangamma Thalli' Get-Up Goes Viral On The Internet | Vlogger Mukesh Mohan Pushpa 2 was released on December 5 and several fans rushed to the theatres to watch the much-awaited sequel film. While visuals from several areas in India showed excitement and energy among people when the movie hit the big screen, something quite amusing was reported from a cinema hall in Thrissur, Kerala. A topless man covered with body paint was seen raising the Pushpa fervour. He recreated the looks of Allu Arjun as seen in the majestic dance performance to the song 'Kaali Mahaa Kaali'. The K ...Read More >
Mumbai: Hindi film actress Janhvi Kapoor will be seen opposite Sidharth Malhotra in Param Sundari. Meanwhile, the actress has created a stir on social media with her new look. She recently got a haircut and can be seen flaunting it in her latest photos. Janhvi Kapoor shared a series of stunning pictures on her Instagram account, which are now going viral on social media. In the pictures, the actress looks gorgeous and glamorous, donning a deep-neck, short red dress. Janhvi resembles a perfect Barbie doll, and her style adds extra charm to her look. She completed her outfit with open hair, s ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 27 (PTI) R D Burman had already made four films, all forgotten and with them their music, when he came up with "Teesri Manzil", the 1966 Shammi Kapoor starrer that broke all traditions of Hindi cinema music and is testament to the talent of the ever-experimenting genius. Burman, one of India's most versatile composers, would have been 86 on Friday. Also Read | 'Bepanaah' Teaser Out: Tiger Shroff Gives Fans a Sneak Peek of Upcoming Song With Captivating Instagram Teaser. With songs that ranged from romantic to rock, the "Teesri Manzil" album was an instrumentalist's dream, a s ...Read More >
New Delhi: Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, one of Bollywood's most adored couples, are all set to embrace parenthood. The couple, who tied the knot in 2023, announced they are expecting their first child earlier this year with a heart-warming Instagram post that featured a pair of baby mittens and the caption: "The greatest gift of our lives. Coming soon." Now, the couple is making headlines again -- this time for their recent appearance outside a clinic in Bandra, Mumbai. A video shared by Instant Bollywood has gone viral across social media platforms, showing the pair stepping out for a ...Read More >
Aishwarya Rai recently attended the Global Women’s Forum in Dubai, where her name appeared without the "Bachchan" surname, sparking social media buzz amid ongoing divorce rumors with Abhishek Bachchan. Speculations intensified after Aishwarya attended a wedding solo with daughter Aaradhya, while Abhishek was elsewhere with his family. Rumors also linked Abhishek to actress Nimrat Kaur. Breaking his silence, Amitabh Bachchan addressed these rumors through a blog post, urging readers not to believe unverified information marked by "question marks," emphasizing the harm of baseless speculation. T ...Read More >
Allu Arjun is one of the biggest names in the Telugu film industry. The mass hero enjoys a massive fan following because of his charismatic screen presence and engaging performances. He is currently in the limelight because of Pushpa 2, which hit the screens on December 5 and opened to an earth-shattering response at the box office. Amid this, a photo of Bunny from a wedding has become the talk of the town. Allu Arjun, the star of films such as DJ and Pushpa, recently attended a wedding in Hyder ...Read More >
MS Dhoni stole the show with his charming presence and enthusiastically matched the steps with his fellow dancers. It has hardly been a week since MS Dhoni broke the internet with his pout selfie. The former Indian captain has once again gone viral for a video that captured him dancing to a folk song along with his wife Sakshi and some friends. The clip is claimed to be from a wedding ceremony in Rishikesh. Joined by some local folk artists, Dhoni was seen grooving to the beats of the popular "pahadi" song- Gulabi Shahara. The former World Cup winning-skipper stole the show with his charming ...Read More >
Bollywood's OTT couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, just redefined couple goals as they celebrated three years of marital bliss with a magical jungle retreat. Katrina took to Instagram on Tuesday to give fans a peek into their intimate celebration, and it was the perfect blend of adventure, romance, and aesthetic vibes. Dressed in a sunny yellow outfit, Katrina looked radiant as she posed amidst nature. Another candid shot showed her running through the jungle in a chic white shirt paired wi ...Read More >
Mumbai: In his brother-in-law Siddharth Chopra's pre-wedding celebrations, American popstar Nick Jonas was seen performing the song "Maan Meri Jaan (Afterlife)" and his wife Priyanka Chopra grooving to several Bollywood numbers. Videos from the sangeet ceremony are doing the rounds. A video showcases Priyanka shaking-a-leg on her songs such as "Darling" from her film "7 Khoon Maaf", "Dil Maange More" and "Dhan Te Nan" to name a few. A clip showed Nick performing "Maan Meri Jaan (Afterlife), which was released almost a year ago. Nick was then joined by his father, Kevin Jonas, who sang popula ...Read More >
MUMBAI/MILAN, July 2 (Reuters) - Indian footwear sellers and artisans are tapping into nationalist pride stoked by the Prada 'sandal scandal' in a bid to boost sales of ethnic slippers with history dating back to the 12th century, raising hopes of reviving a struggling craft. Sales are surging over the past week for the 'Kolhapuri' sandals that have garnered global attention after Prada sparked a controversy by showcasing similar designs in Milan, without initially crediting the footwear's origi ...Read More >
New Delhi: A terrifying video is going viral on social media, showing a man allowing his pet lion to attack an employee, all for amusement. The footage captures a leashed lion lunging toward a man, rising up and grabbing him as the victim desperately tries to retreat into a corner. Despite his efforts, the man was helpless and unable to escape. The lion only stopped after being called off by its owner. According to reports, the incident took place in Libya, where a wealthy man allegedly used the lion to intimidate his employee for entertainment. Outraged internet users are demanding justice ...Read More >
Bengaluru: A 26-year-old man accused of operating an Instagram account that uploaded non-consensual videos of women walking in Bengaluru's public spaces has been detained by police. The arrest comes after a viral Instagram post by a young woman who alleged she had been secretly filmed and subjected to harassment online. The woman had flagged the issue in her post, alleging that she was secretly filmed on Church Street and despite reporting the account and requesting the video to be taken down, no action was taken. She added that since the reel was posted on Instagram, she has been receiving v ...Read More >
Uber has launched India's first Shikara ride on Srinagar's Dal Lake, offering a unique and scenic experience. This new service allows passengers to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the lake while riding in a traditional Shikara boat. Booking is easy through the Uber app, with rides available daily from 10 AM to 6 PM. This initiative aims to boost tourism in the region while providing locals with a new way to experience the lake. With Uber's entry into the Shikara market, visitors can now enjoy a blend of modern convenience and traditional charm on Dal Lake. ...Read More >
It seems like the lady has found love again. Reports suggest that Malaika Arora has started seeing fashion stylist Rahul Vijay, and here's everything you need to know about him and their growing romance. Malaika Arora seems to have found love again months after breaking up with Arjun Kapoor. The diva recently attended AP Dhillon's Mumbai concert with a mystery boy and the internet quickly recalled that he was the same guy Malaika was spotted with last week on a dinner date. This time, Arora even ...Read More >
Sharmistha Panoli, a law student, faced arrest over a controversial social media video. The video sparked outrage for allegedly insulting a religious community. Despite an apology, legal action followed. Kolkata Police arrested Panoli in Gurugram. A Kolkata court initially remanded her to judicial custody. Now, the Calcutta High Court has granted her interim bail.The Calcutta High Court on Thursday granted interim bail to influencer Sharmistha Panoli, arrested for allegedly posting video on socia ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 4: Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai took to social media to shower praise on Aamir Khan for his continued efforts to elevate the stature of Hindi cinema. Lauding his decision to release 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in theatres and hold off on its OTT release for six months, Ghai called it a move that brings "dignity to Hindi cinema." In his heartfelt note, the director expressed his happiness at how exhibitors across the country honoured Aamir as a "brave filmmaker" for supporting the big-screen experience and showing deep respect for theatrical business. Sharing a photo featuring Aamir Kh ...Read More >
New Delhi: A post about Apoorva Mukhija's net worth is making waves on the internet. The viral claim suggests that the star influencer earns Rs 2.5 lakh every day and has built a Rs 41 crore empire. A post by an IITian further fueled the discussion. On X (formerly Twitter), user @digitalsangghi shared a note highlighting how society values content creation over academic achievements. The post ignited a debate on the evolving definitions of success and societal achievement. Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as "Kaleshi Aurat," has finally broken her silence. She took to her Instagram stories t ...Read More >
The internet can be a powerful tool for growth, learning, and connection. But recently, it's become just as effective at spreading toxicity and harm. A recent incident involving the Archita viral video has stirred conversations around privacy, ethics, and digital behavior, especially among younger internet users. Within hours of surfacing, the Archita viral video circulated rapidly across Twitter, Dribbble, Medium, and other platforms. Tagged with adult content headlines, the video provoked curi ...Read More >
Guwahati: Social media influencer Babydoll Archi, reportedly from Assam and known for her bold Instagram content, has taken the internet by storm. With over 750,000 followers, Archi -- whose real name is Archita Phukan, according to her Instagram bio -- rose to viral fame thanks to her trending reel set to the catchy track "Dame Un Grrr" by Kate Linn. The transformation reel, where she dons a striking saree, has crossed 1 million views. Ready for a challenge? Click here to take our quiz and show off your knowledge! However, her sudden rise to internet stardom remains a mystery. Searches lik ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 12: Archita Phukan or "Babydoll Archi", an Instagram sensation believed to hail from Assam, has captured the internet's attention with her bold content and trending reels -- most notably her viral video set to the track "Dame Un Grrr" by Kate Linn. Her sudden online rise, complete with glamorously edited visuals and cryptic bio changes, has left users both intrigued and skeptical. Initially listed as "Archita Phukan," her bio was later updated to read "Amira Ishtara," sparking speculation about her true identity. The mystery deepened when a photo of Archi with American adult s ...Read More >
Rod Stewart is the first act confirmed for Glastonbury 2025, with the festival announcing the rock star will play the Legends slot on the Pyramid Stage. The appearance will mark 23 years after his last performance at the festival. Sir Rod, 79, will play the famous Sunday teatime 'legends' slot, following in the footsteps of Shania Twain in 2024. Rod told the BBC that he was 'proud and ready' to play at the festival, adding that - at the age of 79 - he was 'more than able to pleasure and titillate' the crowd. He previously headlined the festival in 2002, alongside Coldplay and Stereophonics ...Read More >