Preeti Singh

Agastya Nanda's film Ikkis, which premiered in theatres on New Year's Day, narrates the story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a martyr of the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The title, Ikkis, meaning "Twenty one," reflects Arun's age at his death. The film features the late Dharmendra, who portrays Arun's father, Brigadier ML Khetarpal, in his final on-screen role. Over the past 55 years, Arun's family has consistently shared accounts of his bravery, ensuring his heroic legacy endures in the public consciousness. Arun Khetarpal, who completed his training at the Indian Military Academy in 1971, was commissioned into the 17 Poona Horse…

Ikkis is a movie that depicts the story of Second Lt Arun Khetarpal, a young soldier who, when asked his age while covered in birthday cake, responds that he is 21, marking his coming of age. Tragically, Khetarpal did not reach the age of 22, as he fought valiantly during the decisive December day of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, ultimately becoming the youngest Army officer to be awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery. Ikkis is not merely a war film highlighting a young man's bravery; it delves into the traumatic consequences of conflict, distinguishing Sriram Raghavan's work from…

On December 31, Yash unveiled the first look of Nayanthara in the upcoming film "Toxic – A Fairytale For Grown-Ups," directed by Geetu Mohandas. This introduction portrays Nayanthara as the character Ganga, highlighting her duality of elegance and danger. Her look is part of a promotional series that has previously included reveals of Kiara Advani and Huma Qureshi. Nayanthara's character Ganga in the upcoming project titled "Toxic" is introduced in a promotional poster shared by Yash on social media. The caption reads “Introducing Nayanthara as GANGA in - A Toxic Fairy Tale For Grown-Ups.” The poster depicts Ganga confidently walking…

Sriram Raghavan’s film Ikkis has generated significant anticipation as one of the most awaited releases of the year. This biographical war drama marks several notable milestones: it is the theatrical debut of Agastya Nanda, grandson of the iconic Amitabh Bachchan, and represents the inaugural performance of Simar Bhatia, niece of renowned actor Akshay Kumar. Additionally, Ikkis is marked by its importance as the last film of legendary superstar Dharmendra. However, the film’s release has faced delays, initially scheduled to premiere earlier but now confirmed for a clash-free theatrical release on January 1, 2026. In the lead-up to the release, a…

Political analyst and former Bigg Boss contestant Tehseen Poonawalla has defended actor Salman Khan in light of recent online backlash regarding a brief smile in the teaser for his upcoming film, Battle of Galwan. This film is a war drama inspired by actual events, and certain social media users have criticized Khan's expression as inappropriate for the context of the movie. Tehseen responded to the criticism by asserting on X that the interpretation of the moment is flawed. He believes that Salman Khan's expression demonstrates a sense of inner control and psychological strength, contradicting claims of casualness or inappropriate emotional…

As Salman Khan celebrated his 60th birthday on Saturday, he received heartfelt wishes from his close friend Katrina Kaif. In her touching message, Katrina affectionately referred to him as 'Tiger' and expressed her desire for Salman to experience a life filled with love and light every day. On Saturday, Katrina Kaif utilized Instagram Stories to honor Salman Khan on the occasion of his 60th birthday. She shared a heartfelt post featuring an image of Salman and accompanied it with the message: “Tiger Tiger Tiger.... Happiest 60th Birthday To the Super Human that you are... May everyday be full of Love…

In a surprising development, renowned singer Kailash Kher was compelled to abruptly conclude his concert in Gwalior. This concert was organized to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a significant event that likely drew considerable public interest and attendance. The unexpected termination of the performance left many in attendance surprised and seeking clarity on the reasons behind this decision, marking the occasion with an unusual and unforeseen twist. After an initially celebratory atmosphere, the event quickly spiraled into chaos as audience members became unruly, leaping over barricades. Despite the singer's attempts to manage the situation,…

Amitabh Bachchan has expressed his admiration for his grandson Agastya Nanda's performance in Sriram Raghavan's war drama film Ikkis. In a heartfelt blog post, he reflected on his memories of holding Agastya as a newborn. In the film, Agastya portrays Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who is recognized as India's youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. Khetarpal heroically fought and ultimately lost his life at the age of 21 during the 1971 Indo-Pak War. Amitabh shares a heartfelt narrative on his blog about the journey of his grandson's life, from the moment of his birth as his mother, Shweta, was rushed to…

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni, is set to announce its winner tonight. This season, which features a unique blend of celebrity contestants and common individuals, has progressed to the final stage with five finalists competing for the coveted trophy. The finalists include Kalyan Padala, Pavan, Sanjjanaa Galrani, Thanuja Puttaswamy, and Emmanuel, each aiming to secure victory in this popular reality show. Hours before the grand finale of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, SCREEN conducted a poll on the platform X to understand the audience's preference for the show's winner. The results showed that commoner Kalyan Padala…