Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actress Vidya Balan took to social media to highlight the importance of preserving India’s rich textile heritage on National Handloom Day. In a heartfelt message on Instagram, she urged people to support Indian weavers by embracing handloom products, especially pure silks with the authentic Silk Mark Label. Balan encouraged citizens to take pride in their cultural identity and continue promoting indigenous craftsmanship. The ‘Dirty Picture’ actress, known for her deep …

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actor-filmmaker Kunal Kemmu’s directorial debut ‘Madgaon Express’, a buddy-comedy, has bagged three Screenwriters Association Awards nominations. The film starring Divyenndu, Pratik Gandhi and Avinash Tiwary, is written and directed by Kunal, which was produced by Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment.Reacting to his directorial debut receiving acclaim at the 6th edition of the SWA awards, Kunal said, “I am very happy and excited to be nominated in all three categories for my …

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Akanksha Puri has come out with a new music video titled “Ek Aasmaan Tha”. The actress said that the rough version of the track gave her goosebumps and that it felt personal. In the new music video, Akanksha is seen alongside co-star Sanam Johar. The video explores themes of connection, longing, and romantic tension.“I was a bit concerned initially because I had never met or worked with Sanam before,” Akanksha said.“But he’s such a grounded artist. Our comfort le…

Chennai, Aug 7 (IANS) The makers of director Koratala Siva’s huge blockbuster ‘Srimanthudu’, on Thursday, penned a note of gratitude to actor Mahesh Babu, who played the lead in the film, on the occasion of the film completing 10 years. Mythri Movie Makers, which marked its debut in production with Srimanthudu, took to its X timeline to pen a lengthy post.It wrote, “It’s been 10 years since we began our journey in Cinema. And it all started with a film that became a milestone in Telugu cinema …

Chennai, Aug 7 (IANS) Director Lokesh Kanakaraj, whose upcoming action entertainer ‘Coolie’, featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, is all set to release on August 14, has now offered prayers at the popular Shiva temple in Tiruvannamalai. Video clips of the ace director visiting the temple and offering prayers ahead of the film’s release have now begun doing the rounds on social media. The film has triggered huge expectations for a number of reasons.In fact, it has made headlines by becomi…

Chennai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actor Ajith Kumar, who recently completed 33 years in the film industry, has now welcomed driving ace Narain Karthikeyan onboard his international car racing team Ajith Kumar Racing. The Indian driving ace from Tamil Nadu will now be a part of Ajith Kumar Racing which has been bringing laurels to the country by participating and winning car racing events all across the world.Ajith Kumar, while commenting on Narain Karthikeyan joining his car racing team said, “It’s truly …

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) National Award-winning Divya Dutta says that playing a powerful woman in a male-dominated world was overwhelming, but fulfilling. Asked “Mayasabha: The Rise of the Titans” is about a woman who’s in a very male-dominated world, and what was it like stepping into such a commanding role in a specially, traditionally ruled industry, Divya told IANS: “It was overwhelming.””It was absolutely overwhelming, if I may say. But I, you know, I was saying something to someone else …

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actress Aneet Padda has penned a heartwarming note to showcase her love for the response she has got for her work in “Saiyaara” and promised to keep giving back through her work, even if imperfect, as long as it brings emotion to others. Aneet took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures of herself from the film, directed by Mohit Suri.She wrote in the caption section: “The daze is wearing off and all I want to say is that I love you. I don’t know you. Bu…

Los Angeles, Aug 7 (IANS) Hollywood star Catherine Zeta-Jones has heaped praise on actress Jenna Ortega, describing her co-star as “amazing”. The 55-year-old actress, who stars alongside Jenna in the new season of Wednesday, told People: “We did rehearse it. It’s like choreography and stunts. “You know, we have to be careful. These are real weapons we’re working with.”The actress observed that Ortega made time in her busy schedule so that they could prepare properly for the scene.The actress – w…

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actress Bipasha Basu looked every-inch impressed as her husband Karan Singh Grover channeled his inner Elvis Presley as he sang the iconic number “Can’t Help Falling in Love” by the legendary musician. Bipasha took to Instagram, where she shared a string of videos and images from her parents’ anniversary celebrations. In one video, Karan donned an all-white outfit and sang the 1961 romantic number.An impressed actress hugged her husband while he sang the track and captio…