BTS strongly condemn the rise in anti-Asian violence, share their experiences with racism

Global popstars and Grammy-nominated artist BTS has strongly condemned the rise in anti-Asian violence in a lengthy statement. Their statement comes in a few days after the recent tragic Atlanta spa shootings that led to the death of several Asians. BTS further elaborated on their own experience with racism.

The statement was released on Tuesday morning in both Korean and English with the hashtags #StopAsianHate and #StopAAPIHate. "We send our deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. We feel grief and anger," the statement read.

"We recall moments when we faced discrimination as Asians. We have endured expletives without reason and were mocked for the way we look. We were even asked why Asians spoke in English. We cannot put into words the pain of becoming the subject of hatred and violence for such a reason. Our own experiences are inconsequential compared to the events that have occurred over the past few weeks. But these experiences were enough to make us feel powerless and chip away our self-esteem," BTS further spoke about facing racism and being subjected to the discrimination they've faced over the years.

#StopAsianHate#StopAAPIHate pic.twitter.com/mOmttkOpOt

— 방탄소년단 (@BTS_twt) March 30, 2021

"What is happening right now cannot be dissociated from our identity as Asians. It required considerable time for us to discuss this carefully and we contemplated deeply on how we should voice our message. But what our voice must convey is clear," the message further read.

BTS' statement also comes in few weeks after they were once again subjected to racism after their MTV Unplugged performance when a German host used racist remarks towards the popular group.

Standing in solidarity with their Asian community and condemning the violence, BTS concluded their statement by saying, "We stand against racial discrimination. We condemn violence. You, I and we all have the right to be respected. We will stand together."

ALSO READ: BTS release free e-book celebrating one year of  ‘Connect, BTS’ global art project 

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Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan director Amit Sharma to resume shoot as he tested negative for COVID-19

Ajay Devgn starrer Maidaan will feature him as a football coach for the first time in his career and the actor’s film has been in the news since its announcement. While the shooting schedules had to be moved around due to the unforeseen pandemic, the producer Boney Kapoor has managed to move things around effortlessly. Director Amit Sharma had tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month and had home quarantined himself while following the necessary protocols.

As per the latest reports, Amit Sharma has tested negative for Coronavirus and will soon resume the shoot. The director, as per the sources, has been feeling a lot better and even though his diagnosis had left everyone tensed considering the surge, Amit Sharma is eager to resume work. He has been feeling great now and is relieved that he can finally continue to direct the film. For the unversed, Maidaan is based on the legendary football coach Syed Abdul Rahim.

Starring Priyamani and Gajraj Rao among the others, Maidaan is slated to release on October 15.

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BTS release free e-book celebrating one year of 'Connect, BTS' global art project

Grammy nominated popstars BTS are celebrating their global art project Connect, BTS, a year later through the free e-book and font releases. Before the releasing of their record-breaking album 'Map Of The Soul: 7', last year in January 2020, BTS kicked off the art project. CONNECT, BTS was a global project to connect five cities and 22 artists, each of whom contributed their unique philosophy and imagination to it. This project aimed to redefine the relationships between art and music, the material and immaterial, artists and their audiences, artists and artists, and theory and practice. CONNECT, BTS may be described in terms of a collective curatorial practice by curators around the world who resonated with BTS’s philosophy.

In a statement on the official website, BTS said, "We all come from different cultures, and speak different languages.
But we are here together because we respect the value of diversity, and to send the message that different is good.
It’s the belief that our diversity can create a world where differences do not render us apart but “connect” us together through our uniqueness. We hope that you can be a part of CONNECT, BTS through this shared belief,
and we hope that here is true inspiration awaiting our discovery."

Connect, BTS, led by artistic director Lee Daehyung, is an independent Korean curate who has previously organized his country's pavilion at the 2017 Venice Biennale. The project started in London with Danish artist Jakob Kudsk Steensen’s work Catharsis. The exhibition began on January 14 and went on till March 6 at the Serpentine Gallery.

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EXO member Chanyeol enlists in the military

Another EXO member is enlisting in the military! Every able man has to do mandatory service in the military in South Korea. Popular South Korean group EXO member Chanyeol has enlisted in the military.

The enlistment news was confirmed in February 2021 by SM Entertainment, parent company of EXO, that the musician will be starting his mandatory training from March 29. The rapper-singer will receive basic four weeks of training after which will serve as an active solider. Unlike other EXO members, Chanyeol's enlistment details including time and location was kept private.

Chanyeol becomes the fifth EXO member to head for mandatory military service after Xiumin, D.O. who have already been discharged whereas Chen and Suho began their service in 2020.

Chanyeol was last seen during the press conference of his movie The Box. Wishing him safe and healthy return after his service!

ALSO READ: EXO’s Baekhyun to release solo album on March 30, SM Entertainment confirms

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Fatima Sana Shaikh tests positive for COVID-19, quarantines at home

Bollywood celebrities are back to business and working on sets. There are COVID-19 tests done every other day and in recent times, many celebs have tested positive. After Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon and more, Fatima Sana Shaikh is the latest celebrity to test positive for COVID-19.

Sharing a photo on her Instagram story on Monday, March 29, Fatima Sana Shaikh wrote, “I have tested positive for Covid-19 and currently following all the precautions and protocols and have been home quarantining myself.”

“Please stay safe guys- Fatty," she concluded her message.

Actors Ranbir Kapoor, Siddhant Chaturvedi and director Sanjay Leela Bhansali recently recovered from COVID-19. Celebrities including Kartik Aaryan, Milind Soman, Aamir Khan, R Madhavan, Vikrant Massey, Rohit Saraf are still in home quarantine.

ALSO READ: “I really liked the idea behind this one”, shares Fatima Sana Shaikh on working for Ajeeb Daastaans

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Satish Kaushik is back home but his baby girl in hospital

After Satish Kaushik who was hospitalized for reporting Covid Positive, his little daughter is now in hospital with Covid symptoms. Yes, in a bizarre turn of events, Satish is now back home after testing negative for Covid 19 but his daughter is in hospital although her medical reports are negative .

Anguished beyond words, Satish says, “I am recovering and quarantined at home for a few more days. But my daughter Vanshika is in the hospital for the last five days. Her COVID report has come negative but still her temperature is not becoming normal and stable. Please pray for her.”

The  baffling thing about this terrible  pandemic is its unpredictability. We assumed little children were immune.

Satish averts,  “That’s the issue. There are no certainties about Covid. Worse still, Vanshika has turned Covid negative and is ill. She is having temperatures of 100-101 off and on. It breaks my heart when I hear her voice crying on the phone. May God keep his children well in these really tough times.”

Also Read: “I am recovering,” says Satish Kaushik

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EXCLUSIVE: No delay in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 release, confirms Bhushan Kumar

Earlier this week, Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan confirmed to testing positive for COVID-19. The actor had been shooting for his upcoming film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 in the weeks leading to him contracting the virus. He was working along with co-stars Kiara Advani, Rajpal Yadav and Tabu. The film is being directed by Anees Bazmee.

A month ago it was announced that Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 will hit the theatres on November 19, 2021. But with Kartik Aaryan testing positive and the shoot of the film coming to a halt there were questions on whether the release of the film will be delayed. However, that is not the case.

Bhushan Kumar, head of T-Series, who is the co-producer of the film while talking to Bollywood Hungama confirmed that the film will release on the said date. "Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 will be coming this year. Our actor has tested positive for Coronavirus, so there is a slight delay. But we will be getting back to shoot soon and will definitely catch the date of November this year.”

Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Murad Khetani, and Krishan Kumar under the banner of T-Series and Cine 1 Studios, the film is directed by Anees Bazmee & written by Farhad Samji and Aakash Kaushik.

ALSO READ: Kiara Advani and Anees Bazmee test negative for COVID-19

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Vikrant Massey tests COVID-19 positive; says he tested positive despite necessary precautions during shoot

Vikrant Massey has become the latest Bollywood actor to test positive for COVID-19. The actor while informing about the same said that he tested positive despite taking all necessary precautions.

Vikrant took to Instagram and wrote, “Despite necessary precautions on shoot, I’ve tested Covid positive...In self quarantine. Requesting all those who’ve come in close contact with me in the last few days, to get themselves tested ASAP.”

“I’m taking the prescribed medications & adequate rest and currently doing fine. Urging everyone to do the basics right, and step out of your homes, ONLY IF NECESSARY,” he added.

 

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Earlier this week, several Bollywood personalities like Paresh Rawal, Rohit Saraf, Milind Soman, Ramesh Taurani, Aamir Khan, Kartik Aaryan and R Madhavan tested positive for the virus. Meanwhile, celebrities like Ranbir Kapoor, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and Tara Sutaria who had tested positive earlier this month have now tested negative.

ALSO READ: Vikrant Massey begins prep for Mumbaikar soon after finishing 14 Phere

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Radhika Apte to star in spy entertainer Mrs. Undercover

Radhika Apte who has created a niche for herself, is all set to play a spy and it looks like it is going to be a fun ride for the audiences.

Titled Mrs. Undercover, the teaser poster of the film, written and directed by debutant Anushree Mehta, was unveiled by the makers on the auspicious occasion of Holi. The poster indicates the interesting dichotomous combination of an Indian housewife holding a gun.

The film also stars internet sensation Sumeet Vyas, who is known for various successful digital shows and film Veere Di Wedding.

Says Director Anushree Mehta, “It is surreal to take this initial step and share the first look of our film with the world. We believe in giving quality content to the viewers and have tried very hard to achieve that with Mrs. Undercover. The title, the poster, the imagery is a long-thought process to make people excited. I am so glad that I found an actor like Radhika Apte to play the titular character.”

Talking about her character and the first look, the leading lady Radhika Apte says, “Anushree came to me with this film some time back and the novelty of the story had me excited. When I saw this first look, it was that same excitement I felt and it was not only as someone who is a part of the film but also as a member of the audience. I think we all wanted to show the essence of the film through this first poster and I must say that we have captured it well. Now, I am waiting to see what the audience has to say about this special film of ours.”

Presented by B4U Motion Pictures and Jaadugar Films & Knight Sky Movies, Mrs. Undercover is produced by Ishan Saksena, Abir Sengupta, Sunil Shah, and Varun Bajaj.

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s first music video 'Baarish Ki Jaaye' out now!

The versatile actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui who has always amazed us with his performance is now seen in his first-ever music video 'Baarish Ki Jaaye' which was released today. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is seen alongside his leading lady Sunanda Sharma as a quirky Roadside Romeo. Directed by Arvindr Khaira who is one of the best music directors in Punjab and has done an impeccable job with the video. The song is written by music composer Jaani and sung by National Film Award Winner B Praak, produced under the production of Desi Melodies.

It’s a whole new world to explore in music for Nawazuddin Siddiqui and fans are more than happy to see him in his first music video. Being a serious actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui is not being seen many times dancing on screen but this time the actor is seen grooving the whole song and proved the audience that he’s got some moves. The chemistry between the actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Sunanda Sharma is heartfelt and unique. It’s a profound song expressing the love and emotions of two hearts. 'Baarish Ki Jaaye' indicates that if you want love to last for a long time it should be unconditional. Moreover, the song is based on a true story.

The song “Baarish Ki Jaaye is out now on Desi Melodies Youtube Channel, go check out now.

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Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari to make digital debut with SonyLIV’s Faadu

Bringing to light beautiful shades of love and relationships with an interesting narration, SonyLIV and Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari announce their next original - Faadu. Ashwiny has co-written and directed critically award-winning movies Nil Battey Sannata, Bareilly ki Barfi, Ghar ki Murgi and Panga. Known for her insightful stories and bringing memorable characters alive on screen, Ashwiny and SonyLIV’s next original is one such unique, intense poetic love-story between two different thinking characters.

Confirming the news, Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari, said, “I wanted to tell a unique story that will challenge my brain, allow me to dive deeper into building new dimension of characters, paving a new grammar of storytelling for a new age audience. I am looking forward to debut with SonyLIV who are always finding innovative ways to set world class benchmark for themselves and the creators. We have shared similar passion and excitement over the years when it comes to the stories we want to say, and taking a similar journey forward, this unconventional screenplay and long format medium will surely make me learn, think on my toes and hopefully stir hearts with its relatable concept.”

Faadu will be produced by Studio Next.

ALSO READ: Filmmaker Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari turns into a fiction novel author with Mapping Love

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Sidharth Malhotra becomes the global face for Timex from India

Sidharth Malhotra who has created massive excitement with some of the much anticipated upcoming releases has become the global face of Timex from India. The actor has joined international celebrities like Efrain Alvarez American (football player), Lucius (Pop band), Max Emerson (American actor), Jazzy (UK Video Creator), William B Simmons (American Actor) amongst others as a face for the brand from India.

In the video, Sidharth is seen walking a red carpet very confidently and tells the reporter that tonight he is going to have a real good time with himself and then goes on to pose for the cameras. The video also shows glimpses of different people from different walks of life from across the world going ahead to achieve their dreams and passion.

Sharing the video, Sidharth wrote, "You are strong. You are resilient. If you get knocked down, you get right back up. You Don't Stop! And that's what really matters. I'm so proud to be a part of the "We Don't Stop" campaign by @timex @timex.India , a campaign that celebrates stories of passion, determination and fearlessness. I believe that everyone has a #WeDontStop story and these stories should be shared with the world. Time does not stand still and neither do we. So let's keep pushing to change the world together!"

 

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On the work front, Sidharth Malhotra is currently shooting for the film Mission Majnu alongside south star Rashmika Mandanna who will be making her Bollywood debut with the film.

ALSO READ: Sidharth Malhotra starrer Shershaah to release on July 2, 2021

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SCOOP: An unsaid cold war brews between Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Deepika Padukone

Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Deepika Padukone worked in three films - Ram Leela, Bajirao Mastani and Padmaavat - and all three of them went on to emerge massive hits. The duo formed a dream combo, and one expected many more collaborations to follow. But a little birdie has informed Bollywood Hungama that all is not well between Sanjay and Deepika at the moment.

"Sanjay Leela Bhansali offered Deepika a dance number in Gangubai Kathiawadi, however, the actress denied the offer. The filmmaker later on went ahead to offer her the option of being in a key role in Heera Mandi, or a dance number in the web show, however, Deepika refused to be a part of it," the little birdie shared told Bollywood Hungama.

The back to back rejection seems to have created some differences between her and SLB, Apparently, the maestro was keen on making Baiju Bawra with Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Deepika Padukone, but given the cold war between them, the project seems to be in a limbo. "Attempts are being made to resolve the unsaid misunderstandings, and we are optimistic that it will be all cleared and Deepika will do Baiju Bawra. SLB will definitely speak to the actress, as she is very dear to him, like a family and he wouldn't want to miss out on the chance of working with her again. Right now, he is just too busy with Gangubai Kathiawadi," the source further shared. 

If buzz in industry is to be believed, the cold war of sorts started when Bhansali announced Gangubai Kathiawadi with Alia Bhatt, as it was Deepika who was the second front runner for the film, after Priyanka Chopra. However, Bhansali announced Gangubai to compensate Alia for the misfired attempt at making Inshallah which also starred Salman Khan in the lead. 

Also Read: 3 Years Of Padmaavat: Sanjay Leela Bhansali shares unseen videos of Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone as they get emotional

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