Tamil Actor Kovai Senthil Passes Away
Well-known character artiste and comedian Kovai Senthil, known for his roles in Tamil films like Padayappa, En Rathathin Rathame, Avasara Police 100, etc passed away in Coimbatore on Sunday. Due to deteriorating health, the actor was admitted at a private hospital in Vadavalli, Coimbatore where he breathed his last. He was 74.
Kovai Senthil has appeared in supporting roles in many Tamil films. The actor was seen in CS Amudhan’s 2010 spoof film Tamizh Padam, playing the role of Nattamai (village head).
The director shared his memory of the scene on Twitter writing that Kovai Senthil had completed the shot in one take.
Bharti Singh & Haarsh Reveal Their Special Plans for Bigg Boss 12
Bigg Boss 12 was launched in Goa by Salman Khan, recently. This year the theme is jodis or real life couples. The writer Haarsh Limbachiyaa and stand-up comedian Bharti Singh were confirmed as the first jodi to enter the house. With Singh being one of the inmates, it’s going to be a riot. She and her husband were earlier a part of Colors’ Khatron Ke Khiladi. She spoke about how since she doesn’t get enough time with her busy spouse, she is thrilled to be a part of the show with him. Read the story here.
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‘Fryday’ Trailer: Govinda and Varun Sharma Unite for Comic Caper
Govinda is coming back to the cinema halls with comedy caper, Fryday, directed by Abhishek Dogra. The film also stars Fukrey actor, Varun Sharma.
The trailer involves Govinda insulting his brother-in-law, played by Varun, in his usual comic style that he is best known for. And Varun, who has made audiences laugh in his previous outings, matches Govinda’s comic timing, beat by beat. Check out the trailer here.
Rashmika Mandanna Reportedly Breaks off Engagement with Rakshit Shetty
According to a report by a daily, the Kannada actor Rashmika Mandanna who recently starred opposite Vijay Deverakonda in the Telugu film, Geetha Govindam has broken off her engagement with Rakshit Shetty due to compatibility issues.
A source close to the actor said, "Rashmika made the decision after consulting with her parents, family elders and friends. It was a tough decision to make, but she is showing a lot of character in overcoming this personal and emotional setback."
When Tanmay Bhat Asked Ranveer Singh ‘Shaadi Kab Hai’?
It’s not just us but anyone who meets Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone, has a burning question to pose - “Shaadi Kab Hai” . When are the wedding bells ringing? Tanmay Bhat is perhaps one of the few people who can get away with it. While Deepika reprimanded a reporter for being insensitive when she was struck with the inquiry at a mental health event organised by FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) in New Delhi, Bhat, the comedian asked Ranveer about the ‘impending’ matrimony during a late night Instagram live session on 9 September. His response will make you ROFL. Watch it here.