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Kapil Sharma’s ‘Wedding Crasher’ Days
Comedian-actor-producer Kapil Sharma, who will marry his girlfriend Ginni Chatrath on 12 December, has opened up about attending weddings during his college days just to eat good food.
He made an appearance on the show Indian Idol 10 where he spoke about his college days when he gate-crashed weddings with his friends in Delhi, read a statement. Kapil said: "During our college days, my friends and I used to go to weddings to eat good food. Once we got caught red-handed by an uncle. My friend made up a story saying that the food in our college mess got over and that we didn't have anything to eat.
Although we had eaten the food by that time, uncle insisted on eating and dancing. We had twice the amount of food. Then we danced also. This is one experience I can never forget."
Priyanka-Nick Wedding: Lilly Singh aka ‘Superwoman’ is in India
As Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas kick off their pre-nuptial ceremonies ahead of their wedding on 2 December in Jodhpur, the mystery around the guest list is sending the fans into a tizzy. While we know that the wedding would be graced by Hollywood biggies, much of the details are under wraps. The guests arriving at the Jodhpur airport, to the relief of fans, are offering the biggest clues to the puzzle.
Canadian YouTuber, comedian, actor, and public speaker Lilly Singh, well-known for her online avatar IISuperwomanII has purportedly touched down in India for the big fat Nickyanka wedding.
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Netflix Cancels 'Daredevil' After Three Seasons
Variety reports that Netflix has pulled the plug on Marvels live-action Marvel show, Daredevil after cancelling Luke Cage, and Iron Fist.
A Netflix spokesperson said in a statement. “Marvel’s Daredevil will not return for a fourth season on Netflix. We are tremendously proud of the show’s last and final season and although it’s painful for the fans, we feel it best to close this chapter on a high note. We’re thankful to showrunner Erik Oleson, the show’s writers, stellar crew and incredible cast including Charlie Cox as Daredevil himself, and we’re grateful to the fans who have supported the show over the years. While the series on Netflix has ended, the three existing seasons will remain on the service for years to come, while the Daredevil character will live on in future projects for Marvel.”
The Filming of Akshay Kumar & Kareena Kapoor's 'Good News' Begins
The dramedy, Good News also featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Kiara Advani is produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions and directed by Raj Mehta. Good News is slated to release on 19 July 2019. Good News is slated to release on 19 July 2019. The pair - Kareena Kapoor and Akshay Kumar will reportedly essay the role of a couple struggling to conceive.
Bombay HC to Hear Plea Against Trailer of SRK’s Film ‘Zero’ Today
The Bombay High Court has posted for hearing on Friday, 30 November, a petition filed against actor Shah Rukh Khan and makers of the film Zero, claiming that the movie's trailer hurt sentiments of the Sikh community.
Amritpal Singh Khalsa, an advocate, had filed the petition earlier this month, seeking a direction to the film's director and producers to delete the scenes, where the lead actor Khan is seen wearing a 'kirpan' (a sword or small dagger carried by Sikhs).
The petition also sought a direction to the Central Board for Film Certification (CBFC) not to grant certification to the movie or to revoke it if it has already been given.
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Designer Duo Share Video of Making of Deepika's Mumbai Reception Outfit
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh twinned at the Mumbai reception in ivory and gold hues. The bride chose a flowy Chikankari ensemble by designer-duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla. The designer pair took to social media to share a video of the making of her ensemble.
Daisy Shah Records Statement on Tanushree-Nana Case
Daisy Shah who was purportedly on the sets of the 2008 film Horn Ok Pleassss reportedly recorded her statement in the case at the police station. India Today reports that Shah was then assisting Ganesh Acharya on the film sets. She also helped Tanushree with the dance steps.
Kangana’s ‘Manikarnika’ Faces Trouble Over Non-Payment of Dues
Makers of Kangana Ranaut-starrer Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi are yet to clear dues of approximately Rs 1.5 crore to the workers and junior artists, according to Federation of Western India Cine Employees.
The film, which is due to be released on 25 January 25 2019, is currently under post-production. The makers have been shooting some portions of the film at Filmcity in suburban Mumbai. The shoot was halted, Wednesday afternoon mid-way because of non-payment of dues of workers, technicians and junior artists.
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Ranbir Kapoor Kicks off ‘Shamshera’ Shoot Tomorrow
Yash Raj Films’ next big adventure flick, Shamshera, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt will kick off its shoot tomorrow in Mumbai.
A puja in the tradition of Yash Chopra was held for Shamshera and attended by Ranbir, Vaani Kapoor, who stars opposite him and director Karan Malhotra. Shamshera sees Ranbir return to the YRF fold after 9 years. The film has release date set for 31 July 2020.
Arjun Kapoor-Starrer 'Panipat' Goes on Floors
Arjun Kapoor has confirmed on social media that shooting has commenced for Ashutosh Gowariker’s period film Panipat.
The film follows the historic Third Battle of Panipat, which was fought between the Marathas and Afghan ruler Ahmad Shah Abdali’s invading army. Arjun Kapoor will reportedly be playing the role of Maratha army commander Sadashiv Rao Bhau. The film will also star Kriti Sanon, Sanjay Dutt, Mohnish Bahl and Kunal Kapoor. It is expected to release in December 2019.
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Comedic Actor Rajpal Yadav Sentenced to Prison
The Delhi High Court has sentenced actor Rajpal Yadav to three months of civil prison for failing to repay a Rs 5 crore loan which he and his wife had taken in 2010 to fund his film Ata Pata Laapata. He was taken into custody by the Delhi Police after the verdict was delivered.
The actor is known for his comedic roles in Bollywood films such as Hungama, Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Bhoothnath.
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