Alia Bhatt tests positive for COVID-19, says she will be under home quarantine

With a massive spike in the number of cases this year, especially in Maharashtra, the citizens have been requested to stay indoors and ensure that the protocols are followed thoroughly. The celebrities, despite maintaining all the necessary precautions, have been testing positive on a daily basis and have been putting themselves under home quarantine.

While Alia Bhatt has been shooting for Gangubai Kathiawadi, the actress has informed that she tested positive for COVID-19. This is only a few days after her beau Ranbir Kapoor and director Sanjay Leela Bhansali recovered from the virus. The actress took to her social media to announce the news and the wishes have already started pouring in. Take a look at her Instagram story, right here.

Here’s wishing Alia Bhatt a speedy recovery!

Also Read: Ibrahim Ali Khan joins as AD for Karan Johar’s next directorial with Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt

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FWICE lifts ban imposed on Gauahar Khan for flouting COVID-19 rules; issues a warning

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees has decided to take back the ban imposed on actress Gauahar Khan for flouting COVID-19 rules. The decision comes weeks after the ban was imposed on her. Last month, the FWICE had condemned the actress after an FIR was filed by Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) for flouting quarantine rules on March 15.

The BMC alleged that Gauahar had stepped out for shooting despite testing positive for COVID-19. Upon learning this, the FWICE debarred the actress for two months and issued a non-cooperative directive against her.

Reportedly the FWICE has now decided to let her off with a warning. Reportedly the organisation warned her that if this incident is repeated the ban will be reinstalled and will not be lifted for a long time.

As per reports, the producer of the web series for which Gauahar was shooting approached FWICE requesting she be excused. The FWICE was informed that the ban would lead to major loss for the producer as it would disturb the combination dates of other artists as well.

FWICE General Secretary Ashok Dubey and President B N Tiwari confirmed the development to a news portal and said that she will be receiving the permission letter by tomorrow(April 2).

ALSO READ: FWICE issues non-cooperation directive against Gauahar Khan for flouting COVID-19 rules

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GOOD NEWS! Dia Mirza announces her pregnancy with a picture of her baby bump

Over a month after her wedding, Bollywood actress Dia Mirza has announced her pregnancy. The actress took to Instagram to officially announce that she and her husband Vaibhav are expecting their first child.

 

Dia shared a stunning picture of her posing by the sea in the foreground of a sunset cradling her baby bump. "Blessed to be...One with Mother Earth...One with the Life Force that is the beginning of everything...Of all stories. Lullabies. Songs.Of new saplings. And the blossoming of hope. Blessed to cradle this purest of all dreams in my womb," she wrote.

 

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Dia and Vaibhav Rekhi tied the knot on February 15 in Mumbai in an intimate ceremony. The couple recently took a holiday to the Maldives along with Vaibhav's daughter from his first marriage.

ALSO READ: Dia Mirza vacations with her husband Vaibhav Rekhi in Maldives; strikes a pose with step-daughter

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Games24x7 ropes in Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador of My11Circle ahead of a new campaign launch for the upcoming T20 season

Games24x7, India's leading online gaming company, has announced Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador for its fantasy sports platform-My11Circle. After a tepid 2020, where not much sport was played, there is immense excitement amongst cricket fans at the prospect of several important tournaments being scheduled in 2021. Ranveer will be unveiling a brand-new campaign for My11Circle on April 6th.

Bhavin Pandya, Co-founder and CEO of Games24x7, the parent company of My11Circle said, "Films and cricket are two of India's biggest passions. With the start of the T20 season, we are extremely proud to have Ranveer Singh on board. His energy, passion for cricket and excellence at his craft epitomize young and aspirational India. The new campaign led by Ranveer will be a tribute to young Indians and their ardour for the game.”

Ranveer, the multi-award-winning actor who has starred in some of the biggest hits of Indian cinema, describes himself as an avid cricket fan. Commenting upon his association as brand ambassador of My11Circle, Ranveer said, “As a cricket aficionado, I am excited to be a part of the latest My11Circle campaign, which celebrates the fervour of the Indian cricket fan. Forming teams comprising the best players is one of the most engaging pursuits for cricket fans like me. It provides an immense vicarious thrill and calls upon one to use one's knowledge of the sport derived from skilled analysis of past performances and playing conditions. I hope that this creative and energetic campaign will extend the awesome game playing experiences on My11Circle to more sports enthusiasts."

Ranveer's appointment comes close on the heels of My11Circle announcing Indian Test Vice Captain Ajinkya Rahane as their brand ambassador. One of the major fantasy sports platforms in India, My11Circle, is known for launching an innovative offering every T20 cricket season. It is the fantasy sports platform of Games24x7, India's largest multi-game platform, with a user base of more than 70 million skill gamers and a portfolio that spans skill and casual games.

Ranveer is the latest addition in the illustrious group of My11Circle's brand ambassadors, which also includes former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly, Indian Test vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane, legendary batsman VVS Laxman and allrounders, Shane Watson and Rashid Khan.

ALSO READ: Ranveer Singh calls Anil Kapoor ‘legend of an artist’ after shooting a campaign 

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Daniel Craig to star in two sequels of Knives Out directed by Rian Johnson; Netflix nearing $400 million deal

Back in 2020, it was reported that filmmaker Rian Johnson is set for the sequel of the whodunnit drama, Knives Out. The film was one of the biggest hits of 2019  starring an ensemble led by Chris Evans, Daniel Craig, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Michael Shannon. But, it turns out not one but two sequels are in the works and the acquisition deal by Netflix is worth $400 million.

According to a report in Deadline, Daniel Craig will return as Benoit Blanc in the sequels. The report stated, "The deal will be worth north of $400 million, making it one of the biggest streamer movie deals in history." Rian Johnson has penned the sequels as well and is producing them with partner Ram Bergman.

The first part earned several accolades including three Golden Globes nominations, Best Original Screenplay nod at the BAFTAs, the Critics’ Choice Awards, and the WGA Awards. They are also nominated for Best Original Screenplay at Oscars 2020.

ALSO READ: Daniel Craig, Chris Evans starrer Knives Out sequel officially in the works at Lionsgate

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Madhuri Dixit and Anil Kapoor starrer Tezaab remake on the cards; Kabir Singh producer bags the rights

It's raining remakes in Bollywood in the last few years. And two production houses that have been game changers in this department have to be Sajid Nadiadwala's Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and his good friend Murad Khetani's banner Cine 1 Studios. After the blockbuster Kabir Singh, Murad Khetani bagged the rights to remake Amitabh Bachchan starrer Namak Halal. That's not all. Now, he has also bought the official remake rights of Madhuri Dixit and Anil Kapoor's cult classic Tezaab.

A source shares, "There were two producers who were eying the remake rights to Tezaab. Murad Khetani fetched it for a little higher price than his counterpart. He plans to put the whole project together once he is done with the Bhool Bhulaiyaa sequel and the Thadam remake. He also has Namak Halal and Tezaab will be his fourth remake to be precise."

The makers plan to modernise the script keeping the essence intact. Tezaab remake will star two new age actors and it's yet to be known if Madhuri and Anil will return as well. The whole thing is being scripted at this point. Watch this space for all updates...

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BREAKING: Salman Khan’s Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai trailer passed by CBFC; details inside

Around 10 days back, Bollywood Hungama had reported that the makers of the much awaited film, Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai, starring Salman Khan, are all set to unveil the theatrical trailer of the actioner in the first week of April 2021. In February, the team of the film had decided to first launch a teaser of the film followed by the trailer. But the plan was changed and instead of a teaser, a new poster of the film was launched on March 13, that is, exactly two months before the film’s release. This poster featured only Salman Khan and it got fabulous feedback. The idea is now to follow up with a grand, exciting theatrical trailer which would further up the film’s buzz.

And now it has come to light that the theatrical trailer launch plans are slowly coming to life. A source reveals, “Some time back, the producers of Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai – Salman Khan, Sohail Khan and Atul Agnihotri – submitted the theatrical trailer at the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for certification. Last week, the CBFC passed the trailer without any cuts and with a U/A certificate. The total length of the trailer is 2 minutes 43 seconds.” The certification was granted to the theatrical trailer on March 24, 2021.

Last month, a source had told us, “The theatrical trailer is very well cut. It comprises all the massy elements of the film right from Salman Khan’s dialoguebaazi, action, rivalry with Randeep Hooda, romance with Disha Patani, etc. Salman Khan’s fans are in for a treat this Eid.”

There have been talks of another biggie, Sooryavanshi, might not release as per the schedule on April 30, 2021. The rising cases of Coronavirus, especially in Maharashtra, and the resulting curbs and night curfews in different parts of the country might lead to the postponement. The source informs, “It’s a wait and watch situation for every film right now and Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai is no exception. As of now, the plan is on to bring it on Eid.”

Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai is all set to release on May 13, 2021. Directed by Prabhu Dheva, it also co-stars Disha Patani, Jackie Shroff and Randeep Hooda.

Also Read: Salman Khan’s Radhe – Your Most Wanted Bhai’s trailer to be out in the first week of April

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Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham to begin action-packed shoot for Pathan from April 2

Last year, Bollywood Hungama was the first to inform that Shah Rukh Khan had begun shooting for Pathan, an action-packed drama after almost two years of being away from the sets of a film. The actor stars alongside Deepika Padukone and John Abraham in War director Siddharth Anand's out and out action film. The film is included in YRF’s 50 years slate. The next schedule begins on April 2 with John and SRK ready to come face to face.

According to a tabloid, Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham will shoot confrontational and action scenes from April 2 onwards at Yash Raj Films studios in Mumbai. Deepika Padukone is expected to join the two actors from April 5 onwards. It is going to be a marathon schedule after which the cast and crew will fly to Russia for an overseas schedule. The makers have already begun working on the abroad schedule as the two actors are set to shoot some major action scenes till June. Deepika Padukone is also joining the team for the action-packed schedule in Russia. The plan is to release the film in early 2022.

John Abraham has been busy completing Satyameva Jayate 2 whereas he has already wrapped up the first schedule of Ek Villain Returns. He will be seen in a lean look in Pathan as he faces off SRK.

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone play RAW agents with Dimple Kapadia essaying the role of the head of the department. Salman Khan has a cameo in the film and he shot for it for 10 days in February.

ALSO READ: EXCLUSIVE: John Abraham will be seen playing a mouth organ for a song in Satyameva Jayate 2

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Rajinikanth to be bestowed with Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2019; PM Modi congratulates him

Superstar Rajinikanth will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2019. The Award is the country's highest film honour. The news was announced by Union Minister Prakash Javadekar earlier today.

“Happy to announce Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2019 to one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema Rajinikant ji. His contribution as actor, producer and screenwriter has been iconic," Mr Javadekar tweeted.

Happy to announce #Dadasaheb Phalke award for 2019 to one of the greatest actors in history of Indian cinema Rajnikant ji

His contribution as actor, producer and screenwriter has been iconic

I thank Jury @ashabhosle @SubhashGhai1 @Mohanlal@Shankar_Live #BiswajeetChatterjee pic.twitter.com/b17qv6D6BP

— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) April 1, 2021

Just like the National Film Awards, the Dadasaheb Phalke Awards also got postponed by a year owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. The jury that selected Rajiniknath for the award included singers Asha Bhosle and Shankar Mahadevan, actors Mohanlal and Biswajeet, and filmmaker Subhash Ghai.

PM Narendra Modi took to his twitter handle to congratulate Rajinikanth on the honour. "Popular across generations, a body of work few can boast of, diverse roles and an endearing personality...that’s Shri @rajinikanth Ji for you. It is a matter of immense joy that Thalaiva has been conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Congratulations to him," he wrote.

Popular across generations, a body of work few can boast of, diverse roles and an endearing personality...that’s Shri @rajinikanth Ji for you.

It is a matter of immense joy that Thalaiva has been conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Congratulations to him.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 1, 2021

Rajinikanth made his acting debut in 1975 with the Tamil film Apoorva Ragangal. His last few releases include Kaala, 2.0, Petta, and Darbar last year. The superstar will next be seen in Annaatthe.

ALSO READ: Rajinikanth starrer Annaatthe to release on Diwali

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Bappi Lahiri in ICU after testing positive for Covid

Bappi Lahiri’s son Bappa who was in Los Angeles pursuing a musical career is back in Mumbai to look after his father. Sadly Bappa can’t meet Bappida, given the Covid situation.

Speaking to me Bappa says, “My father is stable now. But he is in the ICU. He was detected with a mild Covid 19 infection on Wednesday. But the reason for concern is, he already has a pulmonary condition. He is in Breach Candy hospital. We can’t meet him. He is under Dr Udwadia’s supervision. We are relieved that he is getting the best care possible.”

Trying not to get overly worried Bappa says, “It’s tough because Dad is alone. We are not allowed to meet him. He has never been alone. Either our Mom or one of us my sister Reema or me, have always been with him.”

Speaking to me in an earlier interview Bappida had said, “I am fortunate to have a wife and children who are so close to me. I never need to worry about anything. They take care of everything.”

About the Covid situation Bappida had said. “It is very frightening. I advise everyone to remain indoors as much as possible. Luckily for me, my music doesn’t need travel. Not these days. I can compose and sing from home.”

Also Read: “Nobody has approached me, I don’t know what their plans are”, says Bappi Lahiri about the Namak Halaal remake

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Kirti Kulhari announces separation from husband Saahil Sehgal

Actor Kirti Kulhari, who was last seen in The Girl On The Train, has announced separation from her husband Saahil Sehgal. The actress said that the separation is not on paper but in life.

Taking to Instagram, Kirti wrote, "A simple note to let everyone know that my husband Saahil and I have decided to separate. Not on papers, but in life. A decision that's probably harder than the decision of "being with somebody", because coming together is celebrated by everyone you love and care about."

"And the decision of "not being with somebody" brings along pain and hurt to the same people. It's not easy. Guess it is not meant to be easy but IT IS WHAT IT IS.," she added.

Kirti went on to say, "To all those who really care, I am in a good place and hope everyone who matters in my life is too. Will not be commenting further on this. Upward and Onward... Always."

 

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Kirti Kulhari married Saahil Sehgal in 2016 few months before Pink was released.

ALSO READ: Four More Shots Please season 3 starring Kirti Kulhari, Sayani Gupta, Maanvi Gagroo and Bani J goes on floor

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Kirron Kher is battling blood cancer, confirms Chandigarh’s BJP president

After being called out for her recent absence from limelight during important political events, Kirron Kher’s fellow party member Arun Sood revealed the reason. The actress-turned politician has apparently been battling Myeloma, a type of blood cancer. Kirron Kher has been an active spokesperson for the party and her recent absence has led the opposition party to raise a few questions. Answering on her behalf, Chandigarh’s BJP president Arun Sood spoke in detail about her medical condition during a press conference.

He said, “She had suffered a broken left arm at her Chandigarh house on November 11 last year. After her medical tests at the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh, she was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. The disease had spread to her left arm and right shoulder. For treatment, she had to go to Mumbai on December 4. Even though she is recovering after her four-month treatment and no longer admitted at Kokilaben Hospital, Mumbai, she has to visit the hospital regularly for treatment.”

Neither her husband Anupam Kher nor son Sikander Kher have spoken about the same or confirmed the news yet.

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“We are planning everything even better and will be informing a new date soon”, says Adivi Sesh on the postponement of Major teaser

After four consecutive hits Kshanam, Oopiri, Ami Thumi and Evaru, up next for Evaru star Adivi Sesh is a true-life soldier’s tale Major where he plays the national hero Sandeep Uunnikrishnan. Mahesh Babu who produces the film says Adivi Sesh has been travelling with this story for a long time and he fits the bill completely.

Sadly the first teaser of Major had to be postponed due to Covid19. Says Adivi, “I definitely feel sad for the team due to the unfortunate circumstances for our director whose father passed away, and the Covid situation put a dent in our Mumbai event. We are planning everything even better and will be informing a new date soon.”

Regarding shooting through the pandemic Adivi says, “We are shooting, as we did during the height of the pandemic with our proper protocol followed on the set. The reality of the Covid world is that you can mitigate risk. You can’t eliminate it.”

Adivi feels a lockdown no longer makes sense. “The idea of locking ourselves up doesn’t make sense. Neither does not masking up properly.”

While the rest of the country shows a stunning slump in movie-theatre attendance Adivi is happy Telugu films are doing well. “Not only well, Telugu cinema is doing exceptionally well. Attendance wise. Collections are extremely high. A Telugu film Jathi Ratnalu just broke a million at the US box office. We hope the same comes back for Hindi soon as our film Major is a pan- India film. Since the start of 2021 we have had eight films in Telugu either make their money back or make a big profit. What Bhangra is to Punjabis cinema is to the Telugu people. I can’t wait for the world to see Major.”

Also Read: Mahesh Babu unveils first look of Adivi Sesh as Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan in the film Major; Sesh talks about making the film

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