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Second trailer of Tamil web series 'Vilangu' released
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The series, which is all set to premiere on ZEE5 from February 18, will have actor Vemal playing Paridhi, a sub-inspector at the Vembur police station in Trichy. The seven-episode web series, a ZEE5 Original, will also feature actress Iniya, Munishkanth, Bala Saravanan, RNR Manohar and Reshma. Set against the backdrop of the police station in Trichy, the story shines the light on the lives of simple cops and lets us explore their human side as well.
Rohan Sippy: Key to any adaptation is not to make it look like a 'copy-paste' job
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Decoding the process, Rohan told IANS: "When it comes to 'Mithya' we have to understand that it is a British show and we are making an Indian version of the core story. So, there will be some similarities of the main narrative but at the same time, it is an Indianised version. So, where we are setting the story, our society, our mindset everything has to be included in the story to make it relatable.
Netflix announces docu series on couple behind biggest-ever crypto scam
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The couple -- Ilya 'Dutch' Lichtenstein, 34, and Heather Morgan, 31 -- faces charges of conspiring to launder money and to defraud the US government, facing up to 25 years in prison if convicted. Netflix said in a statement late on Friday that filmmaker Chris Smith of 'The Greatest Party That Never Happened' and 'Tiger King' fame, is set to direct and executive produce the documentary series along with executive producer Nick Bilton of 'Fake Famous' and' The Inventor.
Manushi Chhillar: Worked hard on myself to play Princess Sanyogita
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'Prithviraj' is based on the life and valour of the fearless and mighty king Prithviraj Chauhan. Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is essaying the role of the legendary warrior who fought valiantly against merciless invader Muhammad of Ghor. Manushi has been cast opposite Akshay as Prithviraj's love Princess Sanyogita. She adds, "I worked hard to get the part and I know that I worked on myself harder to play the role of Princess Sanyogita. It was a huge responsibility."
Despite LGBTQ+ theme, 'Badhaai Do' to release in UAE, barring Sharjah
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After receiving the Censor certificate, the film will be screened in only night shows in UAE for persons above 21 years of age. Earlier, when certain countries in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Jordan, banned the screening of Chloe Zhao's sci-fi adventure drama, 'Eternals', because of the refusal of its makers to delete certain gay-themed scenes, the UAE had allowed the film's release.
Robert Pattinson used 'Harry Potter' pay cheque to pursue music career
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He said: "I don't know where I had the kind of belief in that, because there was absolutely no one saying that there's any kind of music career on the table. But I was doing a lot of gigs all the time. I was just constantly doing open mics all the time, and then I ran out of money, basically." The actor went on to make millions starring as heartthrob vampire Edward Cullen in the money-spinning teen franchise 'Twilight'.
Tisca Chopra starts her online food show 'Tisca's Table'
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Starting from Saturday, the show will see Tisca in conversation with celebrities like Jim Sarbh, Sobhita Dhulipala, Anurag Kashyap, Masaba Gupta, Mary Kom, Saisha Shinde among others. Produced by Fursat Films, Gautam Thakker Films, Cheese and Crackers, every episode of 'Tisca's Table' takes the audience through Tisca identifying restaurants serving delicious foods in the locales of the city.
Ranveer Singh shares his excitement and love for 'Naatu Naatu song' from 'RRR'
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The 'Bajirao Mastani' actor also heaps praise on 'Magadheera' hero Ram Charan. Ranveer, said, "#RamCharan is an absolute Beast & Absolute maychine. One of my Favourite Actors from Hyderabad. I loved him ever since I saw Magadheera and I'm so excited for #RRRMovie."
Yami on 'A Thursday': Makes me confident to take many such edgy characters in future
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'A Thursday' begins with a joyful backdrop of a kindergarten amidst giggles and innocent glee, when Naina Jaiswal (Yami Gautam Dhar), the teacher, suddenly takes her students hostage. Yami said: "A Thursday is very close to my heart for more reasons than one. I am more than excited to receive so much love from my fans across the nation.
Siddhant Chaturvedi: Building Zain in 'Gehraiyaan' was an experience in itself
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Opening up on the response the film has received, Siddhant shared: "Hearing and reading such great reviews towards 'Gehraiyaan', I am feeling really super blessed and on cloud nine, to be honest. Best thing about the response is that nobody saw it coming.."
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