British actor Paapa Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter TV series has sparked debate among fans. Some applaud his talent while others criticize the deviation from the book's description. Adam Driver is suggested as a closer match to Alan Rickman's portrayal. The series is expected to premiere in 2027 after being delayed.
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Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' trailer has sparked excitement but also faced scrutiny. A scene where Salman hands out 'Children Bank of India' notes instead of real currency notes led to a viral reaction on social media. Fans were divided, with some criticizing the oversight and others defending the use of prop money in films. 'Sikandar' releases on March 30.
Alka Yagnik, one of Bollywood's top playback singers, was surprised to learn that Osama Bin Laden was a fan of her songs. During a CIA raid on Bin Laden's hideout, many Bollywood tracks, including Yagnik’s songs, were found. She spoke about industry politics affecting her career and her resilience through it.
Veteran actress Aruna Irani recently spoke to ETimes, reminiscing about her experience working on the cult classic Bombay To Goa (1972), which completed 53 years on March 3. The film, which starred Amitabh Bachchan and was produced by comedian Mehmood, remains a fan favorite. Aruna, who played the female lead, shared fascinating insights about the shoot, her co-stars, and how the film impacted her career.
Salman Khan’s film Sikandar was released on March 30. Fans celebrated in theatres by dancing and cheering. The movie opened with Rs 26 crore, but faced a piracy challenge. Fans supported the producers in removing pirated copies. Producers are working with cyber security teams to curb further piracy and may take legal action against those responsible.
Naga Vamsi's recent claim that nepotism is minimal in the Telugu film industry left many bewildered, considering the prevalence of legacy families. He defended his stance by citing self-made actors. Fans criticized the irony, noting Vamsi himself has industry connections, questioning his perspective that disregards prominent actors with familial ties.
‘The Diplomat,’ starring John Abraham, opened with decent box office numbers but saw a sharp dip by its fifth day. The film, based on real events, received praise for Abraham's performance despite the slow start. Directed by Shivam Nair, the film faces new challenges with upcoming releases.
Salman Khan has given fans another thrilling teaser of his upcoming action film, ‘Sikandar’, today (February 27). The actor set the internet abuzz with excitement through the adrenaline-fuelled sequences in the teaser. The teaser, running for 1 minute and 21 seconds, opens with a compelling voiceover from Salman, offering insight into his character’s name.
Shatrughan Sinha reminisces about his past bond with Sanjay Dutt and the crucial role Balasaheb Thackeray played in Dutt's release from jail. He expresses nostalgia and a hint of disappointment as their interactions have dwindled over the years, acknowledging potential reasons for Sanjay Dutt’s absence.
Hrithik Roshan shared a nostalgic moment reminiscing his childhood experience with Rajinikanth while promoting the documentary 'The Roshans,' which showcases his family's cinematic legacy. He recalled how Rajinikanth supported him during film shoots when he made mistakes. Hrithik, now working on 'WAR 2,' also discussed his initial hesitation about the documentary.
Josh Gad reminisces about nearly landing a role in James Cameron’s 2009 film Avatar. Despite Cameron’s positive feedback, Gad was ultimately not cast due to his digital Na’vi appearance. The part went to Joel David Moore, and Avatar became the highest-grossing film ever, with its sequel also achieving great success.