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Anupam Kher, the actor, is on a roll, thanks to the ever-expanding Ott space. He has now given himself the freedom to explore countless characters that are usually not explored by commercial Hindi filmmakers anymore. He is able to deliver every role with utmost sincerity, depth, and vulnerability. Only a few weeks back, in The Signature, Anupam Kher took on the role of an elderly citizen who is struggling to come to terms with his wife being comatose. In the new Netflix Original, Vijay 69, Anupam Kher in the lead deals with the crisis of being reduced to the role of a grandfather who cannot have any dreams or goals of his own.

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Was Vijay dead or alive?

Vijay 69 began with Vijay Mathew walking along the seaside when his neighbor, Mrs. Bakshi spotted him. Suddenly there was a sound of someone plunging into the water, and the next day everyone,...

Bad Newz has been the talk of the town, and there has been a lot of discourse about the film and the subject it tackles. This Anand Tiwari directorial is a spiritual sequel to Good News, which was also about pregnancy and the turmoil soon-to-be mothers go through. Bad Newz, however, is about another pregnancy-related condition. This one covers the life of a woman who might have to struggle with two different fathers of her children and figure out who to spend the rest of her life with.

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Akhil Chada

Vicky Kaushal, as Akhil Chada, is a flamboyant and handsome restaurant owner who falls in love with a chef, Saloni Bagga. Unlike her, he is happy with the life he has been leading, running a restaurant started by his father. He comes across as an over-the-top man who wants to be in a relationship with the woman; he...

As the title suggests, Bad Newz tells a story that is as complex as it is thought-provoking. Saloni, played by Tripti Dimri, finds herself with an unexpected pregnancy—not just one baby, but twins, each fathered by a different man. Yes, you read that right. Saloni’s ex-husband Akhil and her current flame Gurbir are both potential dads due to a rare medical phenomenon.

Directed by Anand Tiwari, the film was released in 2024, starring Vicky Kaushal as Akhil and Ammy Virk as Gurbir alongside Dimri. Steeped in themes of relationships, family dynamics, and a woman’s right to choose, Bad Newz had all the markings of an insightful drama.

Color me skeptical but hopeful. A story touching on such nuanced issues deserves sensitive handling. If the movie can use its quirky situation to shine a light on modern relationships and women’s autonomy, it will prove thought-provoking. But if lightweight...

Ever wondered what would happen if life handed you a situation so unique, it’s one-in-a-billion? Amazon Prime presents, in association with Dharma Productions and Leo Media Collective, a Leo Media Collective Film – gears up for a ‘special delivery’ by unveiling the trailer of its anticipated high concept rare comedy entertainer inspired by true events, Bad Newz. This comedy extravaganza is directed by the multi-hyphenated Anand Tiwari, and it is brought to life by a fresh trio – Vicky Kaushal, Triptii Dimri & Ammy Virk. Produced by Hiroo Yash Johar, Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Amritpal Singh Bindra, and Anand Tiwari, Bad Newz is slated to release in theatres near you on 19th July, 2024.

A comedy inspired by true events, Bad Newz explores the comedic side of a rare pregnancy phenomenon, Heteropaternal Superfecundation. The film unfolds with Saloni (played by Triptii Dimri) discovering that she is pregnant with twins from two different fathers,...

German actress Suzanne Bernert, who plays the role of Mr X in ‘Pyar Ka Pehla Naam Radha Mohan’, says that she loves being part of the project and added that her character is fierce and multi-layered. “On October 29, I started shooting with Shabir Ahluwalia, Neeharika Roy, Sambhabana Mohanty, Swati Shah, and the little girl who plays Gungun (Reeza Choudhary). We filmed a scene involving a plane full of passengers and my own terrorist group,” she said.

The actress added: “With a tough appearance, my character embodies a vicious woman who, despite speaking Hindi, hates everything Indian. A tailor-made suit was provided for Mr. X. Otherwise, she dresses in black, much like her crew.”

Talking about working with producer Prateek Sharma, she said: “This is the first time I am working with this producer and his team, and it’s great!. The unit is well organised and the atmosphere is great on the set.

German actress Suzanne Bernert, who plays the role of Mr X in ‘Pyar Ka Pehla Naam Radha Mohan’, says that she loves being part of the project and added that her character is fierce and multi-layered. “On October 29, I started shooting with Shabir Ahluwalia, Neeharika Roy, Sambhabana Mohanty, Swati Shah, and the little girl who plays Gungun (Reeza Choudhary). We filmed a scene involving a plane full of passengers and my own terrorist group,” she said.

The actress added: “With a tough appearance, my character embodies a vicious woman who, despite speaking Hindi, hates everything Indian. A tailor-made suit was provided for Mr. X. Otherwise, she dresses in black, much like her crew.”

Talking about working with producer Prateek Sharma, she said: “This is the first time I am working with this producer and his team, and it’s great!. The unit is well organised and the atmosphere is great on the set.

Paul Ricard (France), June 4 (Ians) Bengaluru-born Akhil Rabindra, the only Asian on the European GT4 Series Grid, completed the second round with seventh and sixth place finishes in the Pro-am category at the Paul Ricard circuit here on Sunday.

This is the second season for Akhil representing the Racing Spirit of Leman team along with his Belgian teammate, Rodrigue Gillion, while driving the Aston Martin Vantage Amr.

Akhil began the weekend with a seventh position in Qualification 1 with a timing of 2:13.867. Akhil along with his teammate finished Qualifying 2 at P4 with a timing of 2:14.031.

With a P7 finish in Race 1, Akhil and his team completed the 25 laps in 1:02:45.890 while Race 2 saw them improving their position marginally at P6. However, at one point Akhil was comfortably poised for a podium finish with P3 before rains played spoilsport. Post the rain, the conditions toughened up, eventually leading Akhil to a respectable P6 finish.

InterviewBy asking her to play the Ummachi in Fahadh Faasil’s ‘Paachuvum Albuthavilakkum’, director Akhil Sathyan has changed her life, says the 71-year-old cancer care professional in an interview with Tnm.By the time we meet Ummachi in Akhil Sathyan’s Paachuvum Albuthavilakkum, enough has been said to create some mystery around her. This is the woman Fahadh Faasil’s character has to accompany on a train journey – a 71-year-old who, for some reason, refuses to take a plane to Mumbai to meet her son. When she appears on screen, there is the immediate effect of seeing a refreshing face with untellable expressions, making you wonder about her. You will wonder more when you find out about Viji Venkatesh, the actor who played Ummachi. Looking up Viji Venkatesh will give you pages about her long professional career working with cancer patients. She has authored books and has been holding a...

InterviewIn an interview with Tnm, Akhil Sathyan discusses how he made his mark despite his famous last name, how Fahadh Faasil came to star in ‘Paachuvum’ after the initial plan with Nivin Pauly, and more.The story, Akhil Sathyan was sure, would not be confined to the familiar territories of Kerala. It would spread to Mumbai, to Goa, to the trains along the way. That and his documentary making experience was going to make people look beyond the ‘feel-good’ genre that his first film as a director would be categorised as, he knew. When Paachuvum Albuthavilakkum finally came out after three years of hard work, that’s just what happened – people did look beyond the genre that Akhil’s famous father, filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad, is known for. They saw a well-made film, and a fresh and unique treatment of a not-so-unusual theme. “That is one reason I took it away...

NewsDhisha, a Kozhikode-based human rights organisation, lodged a complaint against Akhil Marar with the police, the Sc/St Commission, and the Indian Broadcasting Foundation.Bigg Boss Contestant Akhil MararA complaint has been filed against Bigg Boss Malayalam contestant Akhil Marar for making derogatory remarks against Madhu, a tribal man who was beaten to death in Attapady in 2018. Dhisha, a Kozhikode-based organisation, filed a complaint with the police, Sc/St Commission and Indian Broadcasting Foundation against Akhil. His remarks were also criticised by actor and Bigg Boss Malayalam host Mohanlal. During the show, Akhil was arguing with fellow contestant Sagar Surya when he said, “Are you Madhu to steal rice and food? Steal something else. If you steal food, you will end up like Madhu.” Madhu was made to walk for a long distance before being brutally beaten to death by a group of men in the name of stealing rice.

TollywoodThe action thriller directed by Surender Reddy also stars Sakshi Vaidya. Tollywood actor Akhil Akkineni's upcoming film Agent is all set for its theatrical release. Ahead of Akhil’s birthday on April 8, the makers announced that the movie will release worldwide on April 28. A stylish poster was released to make the announcement on Friday, April 7. As Akhil joins the summer race with Agent, the long holidays are expected to be a huge advantage for the movie. Akhil is presented in an action-packed avatar in the new poster, wielding a machine gun and sporting a ferocious look, with a massive explosion in the backdrop. Agent, a spy entertainer, will be high on action, the unit sources state. Director Surender Reddy is reportedly presenting Akhil in a never seen before avatar. Malayalam superstar Mammootty will be seen in a vital role while Rasool Ellore is taking care of the camera. The...

Hyderabad, April 7 (Ians) Tollywood young star Akhil Akkineni’s pan-India project ‘Agent’ is all set for an April release. Ahead of the Akkineni scion’s birthday on April 08, the makers announced that the movie will release worldwide on April 28.

A stylish poster to this effect was released on Friday.

Akhil is presented in an action-packed avatar, wielding a machine gun and sporting a ferocious look, a massive explosion in the backdrop. ‘Agent’, a spy entertainer, will be high on action, the unit sources state.

Producer Surender Reddy is presenting Akhil in a never seen before avatar and character. Malayalam superstar Mammotty will be seen in a vital role while Rasool Ellore is taking care of camera.

Akhil joins the summer race with ‘Agent’ and the long holidays are going to be a huge advantage for the movie, the unit sources revealed.

The story for the movie was given by Vakkantham Vamsi.

Nothing is ever simple for Callen, is it?

Grisha's mysterious history popped up once again to make his life difficult on NCIS: Los Angeles Season 14 Episode 16.

And, not at all surprisingly, Hetty may or may not have been part of this case of the week.

Even from thousands of miles away, Hetty still can pull strings. That was likely the case here, but who can confidently say?

This episode ticked off a couple of items from the ongoing-storyline lists. Hetty was actually brought up repeatedly, and the Drona Project is the central storyline.

So the series wasn't simply treading water for a change, which is a nice touch in a final season.

Even better, this was an episode featuring Shyla, who has managed to become an integral, recurring character over the past couple of seasons.

Shyla has managed to replace Nell and Eric, someone in Ops who can run an investigation flawlessly,...

New Delhi, Feb 22 (Ians) India won their fourth gold medal of the ongoing Issf World Cup Rifle/Pistol in Cairo, Egypt, when young Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, outplayed Austria’s Alexander Schmirl 16-6 in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions (3P) gold medal match, at the Egypt International Olympic City Shooting range.

It was the Indian’s third individual world cup gold and consolidated his country’s position at the top of the medal tally. India now has four golds and two bronze medals, with Hungary in second with two golds and a silver.

Speaking after the match Aishwary said, “I had not performed well twice earlier at this range so this time I was determined to go back with a medal.” On asking what was his mindset after a slow start in the ranking round, Aishwary said, “It did not affect me much. As I said I was very...

Bengaluru, July 3 (Ians) Akhil Rabindra, the only Indian on the European GT4 Series Grid, completed Round 3 at the Misano World Circuit in Italy with a P4 & P6 finish in the silver category for his team Racing Spirit of Leman. Akhil, driving the Aston Martin Vantage GT4, began his campaign for the weekend […]...