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  • ‘Squid Game’ season 2 is coming to Netflix soon

    ‘Squid Game’ season 2 is coming to Netflix soon

    Emmy-winning actor Lee Jung-jae, known for his role as Gi-hun in the hit series ‘Squid Game,’ has announced the release date for Season 2.
    Fans are excited to dive back into the intense storyline created by Hwang Dong-hyuk.

    Lee Jung-Jae confirmed to Business Insider that ‘Squid Game’ Season 2 will premiere in December this year.

    This supports Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos’ earlier comments about the new season arriving in the latter half of 2024, as reported by Screenrant.

    Season 2 will follow Gi-hun’s quest for revenge as he tries to take down the organization behind the deadly games.

    The season will continue exploring the struggles of contestants fighting for a huge cash prize, with Gi-hun’s transformation adding an exciting twist.
    Returning and new faces

    Lee Jung-jae will return in his iconic role, alongside Lee Byung-hun, Gong Yoo, and Wi Ha-jun.
    Fans eagerly await December to see Gi-hun’s journey and how new characters impact the game’s stakes.

  • Why are people hating on Aishwarya Rai’s Cannes 2024 look?

    Why are people hating on Aishwarya Rai’s Cannes 2024 look?

    The Cannes Film Festival is famous for the movies that premiere there, and for the glamorous gowns and high fashion that stars appear in on the red carpet. However, Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s latest red carpet appearance has received mixed reactions from fashion critics and fans.

    Aishwarya wore a black gown adorned with intricate golden patterns, designed by Indian designer Falguni Shane Peacock. The dress, meant to capture attention, had several unique elements that sparked different opinions.
    The gown combined a fitted black base with large gold appliqués, creating a strong contrast that overwhelmed the dress instead of making a big statement. Adding to the complexity were the large white sleeves that billowed around her shoulders, making her look less flattering.

    While puff sleeves can add a touch of Renaissance charm, in Aishwarya’s dress, they made the overall look too heavy. The gold details could have worked well without the sleeves, but instead of adding elegance, they distracted from the harmony and shape of the dress.
    Adding to the drama was the train of Aishwarya’s dress, covered in intricate gold and white details. While it was meant to make a statement, the busy design of the train took away from the elegance usually expected at Cannes. She paired the gown with large gold hoop earrings, which, although meant to match the dress, added to the overall busy look.

    Despite the mixed opinions, Aishwarya Rai’s fashion choices always capture global attention. As one of Bollywood’s most iconic stars, her red carpet appearances are always eagerly anticipated and widely discussed. Her bold choice at the 77th Cannes Film Festival may not have pleased everyone, but it certainly kept all eyes on her.

  • Hamza Ali Abbasi aspires to be like this particular alpha male

    Hamza Ali Abbasi aspires to be like this particular alpha male

    Actor Hamza Ali Abbasi says he wants to be a true gentleman like his character Shehram from the TV show ‘Jaan-e-Jahan’.

    Attending a recent premiere, Hamza talked about his role which has received much praise.

    “Shehram is a true gentleman, maybe even kinder than necessary,” he joked. “But seriously, I believe that Allah always supports those who are kind to others.”

    When asked if Shehram is too gentle to be called an alpha male, Hamza replied, “Alpha males should be gentle. They should be the kindest, especially towards their women and families.”

    Upon being called an alpha male like his character, Abbasi added, “Shehram it’s an alpha male, and I aspire to be like him. I hope I am.”

  • Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi on Kapil Sharma’s show

    Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi on Kapil Sharma’s show

    Grammy Award winner Ed Sheeran will be the next guest on The Great Indian Kapil Show. On Wednesday, Netflix shared a new teaser for the upcoming episode, showing host Kapil Sharma having a great time with Ed Sheeran, the singer of ‘Bad Habits.’

    Ed Sheeran embraced Indian culture by singing a Punjabi song about local food. He also talkes about meeting Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan at his house. Ed even delivers a famous line from Shah Rukh Khan’s movie, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge,’ impressing everyone with his Hindi.

    Wearing black, the ‘Shape of You’ singer looked stylish in the teaser, which promises a fun-filled episode. Kapil Sharma joked, “You are younger than me in age, but I am younger than you in English,” making the audience laugh.

    Ed Sheeran was recently in Mumbai for a tour. During his visit, he went to Shah Rukh Khan’s house. Gauri Khan posted pictures with Ed, saying, “What a pleasure listening to you sing! Thank you for spending the evening with us…”

  • Yumna Zaidi will not defend ‘Tere Bin’ or her role in it

    Yumna Zaidi will not defend ‘Tere Bin’ or her role in it

    Famous actress Yumna Zaidi appeared at the ZAB Media Festival where she talked about her popular drama series ‘Tere Bin’.

    During the Q&A session at the event, a journalist asked Yumna about defending critiques of her portrayal of a rude girl in ‘Tere Bin’.

    Yumna responded confidently. “I feel that ‘Tere Bin’ is the most-watched drama of the Pakistan entertainment industry, so I do not need to defend it or my character. If the drama had a name but people were not watching it, then I would promote it. So, the answer is based on the viewership and viewers.”

    ‘Tere Bin’, now returning for a second season, after transcending geographical borders and was deemed the most watched Pakistani drama in India as well. Its popularity stemmed from audiences captivated by the story of Meerab, an ambitious woman, whose life is transformed after marrying the dominating Murtasim, played by Wahaj Ali.

  • Indian influencer Dolly Singh and Hania Amir call each other ‘queen’

    Indian influencer Dolly Singh and Hania Amir call each other ‘queen’

    Hania Amir’s social media is full of photos showing her easy-dimpled smile but the actor also uses her online platform to speak up for mental health. So, when Indian actor and influencer Dolly Singh shared a post about fighting body shaming, Hania felt compelled to reshare it on her own Instagram story.

    Singh, who has faced years of negative comments about her body shape, wrote a post about her struggles with weight gain and loss. She ended with a powerful message about how she had overcome unwanted judgment.

    “Like most people, my weight goes up and down,” began Dolly. “Being naturally skinny, I tend to lose weight easily, and it’s hard to gain it back.”

    Dolly added that she no longer worries about what others say about her weight, “I love my body in every state because it supports me. I grew up despising my body, hating every bit of it, so this…this is growth.”

    Even though she’s come to terms with her body, Dolly noted that not everyone around her was as understanding, so she set boundaries for her mental well-being. “The other day, as I was about to see someone, I decided against it because I realised they’re not my safe space,” she wrote.

    Dolly explained that she had distanced herself from people and places that didn’t make her feel loved and accepted. She urged her fans and followers to be the change others needed to see. “If you could do something today, try to be someone’s safe space,” she encouraged in her post. “And count your own blessings from people in your life who don’t care about the kilos fluctuating but the smiles on your face.”

    Moved by Dolly’s powerful words, Hania wrote, “It takes a lot of courage to face your fears and insecurities, turn every mean comment into your armor, and try to give your community something positive out of the negativity you received. You’re a queen! Thank you for this strong message!”

    Dolly Singh then reshared this on her Instagram story and wrote, “Hania you’re a queen.”

    As people with large followings keep sharing positive messages against body shaming and their struggles, their message might slowly spread throughout society.

  • Momal Sheikh’s sparking birthday bash with family and friends

    Momal Sheikh’s sparking birthday bash with family and friends

    Model and actor Momal Sheikh recently celebrated her birthday surrounded by family and friends. Hasan Rizvi, one of her closest friends, also celebrated his birthday recently. Celebrities like Masha Pasha, Ali Rehman Khan, Junaid Khan, and Ali Ansari were present at the star-studded bash.

    Here are some beautiful pictures from the celebration:

  • Alia Bhatt faces backlash for silence on Gaza crisis, lands on ‘Block Out 2024’ list

    Alia Bhatt faces backlash for silence on Gaza crisis, lands on ‘Block Out 2024’ list

    Bollywood superstar Alia Bhatt has joined the ranks of celebrities like Taylor Swift and Priyanka Chopra on the ‘Block Out 2024’ list, a group of entertainers and influencers being blocked by fabs for not speaking up about the Gaza genocide. Despite her recent appearances at events like the Met Gala and the Gucci Cruise show, Alia Bhatt has faced criticism for not raising her voice for Palestinians.

    The ‘Block Out 2024’ movement encourages people to unfollow and block these celebrities on social media, aiming to hit them financially by reducing their social media influence.

    Other notable names on the list include Priyanka Chopra, her husband Nick Jonas, and cricketer Virat Kohli. These celebrities have significant platforms but haven’t used them to speak out against Israel’s attacks in Gaza.

    Some big names from the West have also been added to the ‘Block Out’ list, including Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Kylie Jenner, Zendaya, Miley Cyrus, Selena Gomez, Khloe Kardashian, Ariana Grande, Doja Cat, Demi Lovato, Lizzo, Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, Kanye West, Katy Perry, Zac Efron, Joe Jonas, Kevin Jonas, and Justin Timberlake, among others.

    The movement gained traction after this year’s Met Gala, where celebrities flaunted expensive outfits while Rafah was being mercilessly bombed.

  • Faysal Qureshi reveals his favorite co-stars

    Faysal Qureshi reveals his favorite co-stars

    During an appearance on Nida Yasir, Danish Nawaz, and Yasir Nawaz’s show, ‘Nadan Maizban,’ actor Faysal Qureshi shared which actors he wants to work with again. When asked who he thinks he has the best on-screen chemistry with, the Bashar Momin actor quickly said, “I always enjoy working with Naumaan Ijaz.” He also admitted, “I get intimidated acting opposite Naumaan.”

    Talking about his female co-stars, Faysal said, “I enjoyed working with Zara Noor Abbas. I only did two scenes with her because she didn’t continue with that drama.” He added, “Madiha Imam joined the team, and I saw Zara’s acting. She was amazing. Madiha is also very good.”

    Qureshi mentioned other talented actors he’s worked with. “I worked with Ushna Shah in Bashar Momin and Bheegi Palkain, and she was brilliant. Iqra Aziz is phenomenal. Sajal is excellent. Faryal Mehmood is also very good.”

    During the same interview, Faysal said he enjoys comedies more than other genres. He explained, “Coincidentally, all three of my ongoing dramas have me playing a negative character. If I play too much of the same thing, I stop enjoying it. I think comedy feels like a paid vacation. Serious characters can be draining.”

    Faysal also shared how he keeps his personal and acting life separate, especially after playing intense roles. He said, “By the time I go home, I’ve already forgotten the day’s dialogues and I don’t know the next day’s either. If we need to reshoot scenes, the set assistants remind me that we just shot the same scene yesterday, but I don’t remember. I still ask to read the script.”

  • Sonali Bendre finally talks about rumors of Shoaib Akhtar crush

    Sonali Bendre finally talks about rumors of Shoaib Akhtar crush

    If you thought we have left behind the era of crazy rumors, you are mistaken.

    The rumor that former cricketer Shoaib Akhtar threatened to kidnap Indian actress Sonali Bendre if she didn’t marry him has resurfaced online. During a podcast promoting her latest show, Bendre was reminded of Akhtar’s alleged crush on her. She responded, “I don’t know how true this is. Fake news existed even then!”

    In 2019, Akhtar was reported to have said, “If she [Bendre] doesn’t marry me, I’ll kidnap her!” He later used his YouTube channel to deny the statement, calling it completely false. Bendre, surprised by the rumor, joked, “Thank God for that. Maybe that has made my career!”
    Akhtar also addressed claims in 2019 that he carried a picture of Bendre in his wallet and wanted to marry her. He firmly denied all allegations, saying, “I never met Sonali Bendre. I’ve seen her in films, and she is indeed beautiful, but I’ve not been a fan.”

    He praised Bendre’s bravery in fighting cancer, saying, “I became her fan when she showed how bravely she struggled against her illness. But, my brother, I had nothing to do with her. These are all lies.”