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22 Dec

Kalyan Padala Dominates SCREEN Poll, Fans Rally Behind Him

Preeti SinghEntertainment

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…

19 Dec

From Power Start to Historic Finish: Dhurandhar Tops Rajinikanth’s Best in Fortnight

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Dhurandhar, a spy thriller directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, was released in theaters on December 5. By its 14th day, the film has performed exceptionally well, grossing approximately ₹480 crore in India and surpassing ₹700 crore globally. Notably, it has now eclipsed the highest-grossing film of Rajinikanth, further solidifying its commercial success. Producers of Dhurandhar, Jio Studios, reported that the film has achieved a net domestic collection of ₹479.50 crore within its first two weeks of release. The film garnered ₹218 crore in its initial week and then continued to exceed its first week's collections. The weekly…

18 Dec

Drishyam’s Youngest Daughter Scripts a New Chapter with LSE Graduation

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Actor Esther Anil, renowned for her performance in the film Drishyam (2013) in Malayalam cinema, has successfully graduated with a degree in International Development from the London School of Economics (LSE). In a heartfelt Instagram post, she reflected on the challenges that both she and her family faced during this journey, accompanied by photos from her graduation ceremony. Esther reflects on her journey, recounting how her father's suggestion to apply to the London School of Economics (LSE) seemed unrealistic to her at first. He had mentioned a person who studied there, and she initially dismissed it as an unattainable goal.…

17 Dec

Beyond Stardom: How Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor Approach Their Craft Differently

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Actor Naveen Kaushik has provided insights into the differing working styles of Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Ranbir Kapoor, highlighting their unique approaches and energies on set. Though both are highly skilled, Kaushik notes that their contrasting methods significantly influence the dynamics during filming, based on his experiences across various projects with them. According to Naveen, Ranveer Singh is characterized as an “electric” presence, remarkably capable of boosting the morale of those around him. He recounted their collaboration on a demanding project that signified Ranveer's comeback to cinema after a significant hiatus. Despite the immense pressure and anticipation tied to…

16 Dec

How One Ultra-Private Wedding Changed India’s Destination Wedding Playbook

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Eight years prior, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli transformed the Indian wedding scene with an unprecedented level of secrecy. They married in Italy in December 2017, maintaining complete discretion with no leaks or media attention, which led to a surprising announcement for fans and the entertainment industry. This event marks a significant turning point in the nature of Indian weddings. Celebrity wedding planner Devika Narain emphasized the remarkable confidentiality surrounding the wedding ceremony, highlighting the careful planning involved in its execution. In an interview for a wedding wear brand, filmmaker Karan Johar described the event as a…

16 Dec

Silchar’s Susmit ‘Bob’ Nath Clinches Filmfare OTT Award for Best Sound Design

Sonakshi SarkarEntertainment

From Vivekananda Road in Silchar to the grand stage of Filmfare, Susmit ‘Bob’ Nath’s journey is one of perseverance and creative courage. Nath won the Filmfare OTT Award for Best Sound Design for the web series Stolen (2023) at a ceremony held in Mumbai on December 15. A tightly wound thriller starring Abhishek Banerjee, Stolen relies heavily on mood and atmosphere—elements Nath masterfully crafted through subtle sound layering, minimalistic scoring and powerful use of silence to intensify suspense. Nath’s love for sound began early. After studying at Silchar Collegiate School and GC College, he explored music through a local band.…

15 Dec

Ranveer Singh Leads the Charge as Dhurandhar Breaks the ₹550 Crore Barrier

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar's espionage drama "Dhurandhar" has achieved significant success at the global box office, generating ₹552.70 crore worldwide within just 10 days, according to the producers' announcement in New Delhi on Monday. The Ranveer Singh-led movie, released on December 5, achieved significant box office success by earning ₹58.20 crore nett in India on its second Sunday, marking it as the biggest Sunday ever for a Hindi film. The film has earned ₹430.20 crore in India and ₹122.50 crore from overseas revenues. The film achieved a nett revenue of ₹218 crore in its opening week. In the second week, it…

13 Dec

Fan mixes up credit for Dhurandhar performance, Akshay Kumar turns it into a viral moment

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Akshaye Khanna's recent performance in Dhurandhar has garnered significant attention online, particularly due to his spontaneous dance to the Arabic song FA9LA, which fans discovered was an entirely improvised act. This surge of admiration for Khanna has led fans to revisit older footage, including a clip where Akshay Kumar openly commends Akshaye's talent. In a recent post on X, a fan shared a scene from Farah Khan's 2010 film Tees Maar Khan, featuring Akshay Kumar's character, who, masquerading as a filmmaker, approaches Akshaye Khanna for a part. The fan expressed gratitude by stating, "Thank you director saab, for giving the…

12 Dec

Street Fighter First Look: Vidyut Jammwal’s Shaved-Head Makeover Wins the Internet

editorEntertainment

The first look of Vidyut Jammwal as a mystic yogi in his Hollywood debut, Street Fighter, has created significant excitement online. The teaser trailer introduces Vidyut in a Dhalsim-inspired role, featuring a bald and brooding appearance that makes him nearly unrecognizable. Social media is buzzing with users praising his remarkable transformation. The teaser trailer for the film, which draws inspiration from the popular video game franchise, was unveiled at the 2025 Game Awards, featuring the cast in attendance. In addition to the trailer, the producers released the initial posters showcasing the film’s main characters. Vidyut presents a striking image with…

11 Dec

Netizens Baffled as Hrithik Roshan Softens Stance on Dhurandhar Within Hours

editorEntertainment

Actor Hrithik Roshan has released a second review of Aditya Dhar's film Dhurandhar shortly after his initial critique, where he expressed doubts regarding its political themes. In this latest review, he commended the performances of actors Raveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, R Madhavan, and Rakesh Bedi. However, the internet remains puzzled by the contrasting opinions conveyed in his reviews. A few hours post-review, Hrithik praised the performances in the film Dhurandhar on X and Instagram. He expressed his admiration for director Aditya Dhar and actor Ranveer Singh, highlighting the latter's transformative journey from a silent to a fierce character and commending…