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Chennai, May 13 (IANS) The Censor Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared director Lokesh Ajls’s eagerly awaited investigative thriller, ‘Eleven’, featuring actor Naveen Chandra in the lead, for release with an U/A certificate.
Taking to its X timeline, A R Entertainment, the production house producing the film, wrote, “#ELEVEN Certified U/A!#ElevenForUniversalAudience #ElevenFromMay16″A trailer of the film, which was recently released, opens with cops stating that eight murders have been committed in the past one year in the city. The cops are certain that it is a serial killer who is at work. But what baffles them is the killer looking to depart from his regular pattern of dumping the bodies on the outskirts of the city on this one particular occasion. The cops think it must be the work of a psycho. Eventually, they realise the person they are looking to nab is a psycho with an unbelievable IQ level. The cops make a list of 40 suspects of which seven fit the profile of the psycho. What happens next is what Eleven is all about.‘Eleven’ features popular Telugu actor Naveen Chandra, who has appeared in Tamil films like ‘Sarvam’, ‘Sivappu’, ‘Bramman’, ‘Jigarthanda Double X’, and ‘Game Changer’, in the lead. Actress Reyaa Hari, who previously starred in ‘Sila Nerangalil Sila Manidhargal’, plays the female lead. The film also features notable performances from Abhirami (of ‘Virumandi’ fame), Dileepan (known for ‘Vathikuchi’), and Rithvika (of ‘Madras’ fame).It may be recalled that the makers of the film, in a move that was considered a first-of-its-kind, released a song called ‘Tamugu‘ which had both Tamil and Telugu lyrics combined!The peppy number, which was sung by actress Andrea, had music by D Imman and lyrics by Rakendu Mouli.Being made under the banner of AR Entertainment, ‘Eleven’ will be an exciting investigative thriller.Music for ‘Eleven’ has been composed by D. Imman, while cinematography is by Karthik Ashokan, a professional with experience in Bollywood. The film’s editing is by National Award-winning editor Srikanth N.B.–IANSMkr/c
Chennai, May 13 (IANS) Actress Bhagyashrii Borse, who is one of the fastest rising stars in the Tamil and Telugu film industries, recently conquered the skies as well!
Yes, the actress has now posted a video of her going skydiving in Dubai. Taking to her Instagram page, the actress posted the video saying, “One life. One breath. One jump.”On the work front, Bhagyashrii plays the female lead in three of the most eagerly awaited films — Gowtam Tinnanuri’s ‘Kingdom’, featuring Vijay Deverakonda, director Mahesh Babu’s film with Ram Pothineni, tentatively titled #RAPO22, and director Selvamani Selvaraj’s ‘Kaantha’, featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead.Borse, who has made a name for herself in the Telugu film industry, will be making her debut in Tamil with ‘Kaantha’, a gripping period dramatic thriller set in 1950s in Tamil Nadu.Sources close to the unit say that the actress has delivered a performance that is already creating a buzz within the industry. They add that Borse has done a commendable job in handling a role that demanded both depth and authenticity.Sources claim that the unit was impressed with her dedication as the actress, who did not know Tamil initially, took it upon herself to learn the language so as to ensure she brought her character to life.In director Mahesh Babu’s film with Ram Pothineni, tentatively titled #RAPO22, she plays a character called Maha Laxmi.In ‘Kingdom’, featuring Vijay Deverakonda and her in the lead, the actress’s role has evinced a lot of curiousity as a song released by the unit recently gives away the fact that Vijay Deverakonda’s name in the film is Suri and that he and Bhagyashrii Borse are pretending to be lovers. They are together to fulfill some big mission. However, it is unclear what their mission is. The song also gives the impression that Borse is a doctor in the film while Deverakonda appears to be in the business of killing people and the two constantly keep their distance when alone. However, by the end of the song, the couple seem to really fall in love with each other.–IANSmkr/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Actress Preity Zinta revealed the reason behind her positive outlook on life and constant smile on her face.
During an AMA (Ask me anything) session on X, a fan asked Preity about how she always maintains a constant smile on her face.To this, the “Veer-Zaara” actor replied, “Whenever I want to complain, I look at people that don’t have love or family or jobs or the poverty around and how difficult it is for people to make ends meet. How can I complain after that? In fact, I thank god everyday for giving me more than I dreamt for. Therefore, smiling comes easily & so does gratitude,” along with a folding hands emoji.When another netizen asked the reason behind her beauty, Preity shared, “Don’t know about that but …. how I look and my age seems to be a hot topic everyday! I think my brains are better than my face if you ask me but chalo koi na … will take the compliment. Somehow men are never asked how good they look at their age everyday – only their achievements are celebrated, but where I’m concerned ( or for that reason women)the conversation never goes past the age & face & sadly achievements are rarely mentioned! Sending you lots of love cuz your intent was good !”A curious user even asked the diva about how to get dimples like her. Preity reacted to this saying, “@realpreityzinta It’s called a muscle defect…Seriously ! Here is a perfect example of how a defect or imperfection is actually liked by people so we should not always try to fix everything in life. Our defects/shortcomings make us human.”Talking about her professional commitments, Preity is all set to make her Bollywood comeback with Rajkumar Santoshi’s “Lahore 1947,” opposite Sunny Deol.–IANSpm/
Chennai, May 13 (IANS) Actress Anandhi Ajay, who also was the title winner of the dance reality show Jodi Number One, has now penned a post of gratitude to actress Simran, saying that no other top heroine would shower shower love, care and affection the way Simran did.
The young actress, who considers Simran her inspiration on several counts, says that Simran has not changed one bit from how she was when she first met the top actress 10 years ago.Travelling with Simran in a flight for the first time, Anandhi, posted a picture of herself seated next to Simran and wrote, “First time flight with my hip queen. Sister love. The way you shower your love, care and affection, no other top heroine will do.”Stating that Simran was a down to earth person with zero attitude, Anandhi praised her for being able to pull off any role that she chose. Pointing out that no one could learn Tamil dialogues easily and perform in a single take when being new to the Tamil industry, Anandhi said Simran did that in her first film itself.The young actress told Simran, “No one can replace your position. There is only one Simran.”Pointing out that she had seen heroines pulling down other talented women, Anandhi said Simran, unlike them, had so far stood for her and had trusted her.Anandhi said that she had earned Simran’s trust. “It’s been 10 years of friendship and it didn’t happen over night.”Stating that she was nothing before Simran’s talent and that she was “am nothing without you in this cinema industry”, Anandhi said that Simran was her “great inspiration”.”When I was new to this industry, I learnt how to dance seeing you.I learnt acting seeing your performances. Now, learning how to grow two kids as a fit mom seeing you. You support my talent. You found me as an anchor for the first time. For dance Thamizha, you encouraged my dance and acting. So proud to be with you all the time when you come to Chennai,” she wrote.Stating that Simran always advised her keep working, Anandhi said,”I will never leave my hardwork ma’am. I will prove my talents for sure one day.Love you for who you are till today. You never change. You are the same from the very first day I met you 10 years back. Love you sister.”–IANSmkr/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Popular actress Jannat Zubair Rahmani’s dream came true as she posed for a selfie with global superstar Tom Cruise before the release of “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” in India. Netizens were amused by this interaction, which was posted on Jannat’s official Instagram account. The two pictures captured her priceless selfies in which she couldn’t contain her excitement at capturing not just her goal come true but also Cruise’s distinctive warmth and charisma.In the caption of her post, Jannat exclaimed, “One selfie with Tom Cruise = Lifetime bragging rights. Somebody pinch meeee!!!”Television actor Arjun Bijlani and Jannat’s BFF, Reem Shaikh, reacted to the post with red heart emojis.Before this, actress Avneet Kaur shared a heartwarming moment with Cruise. She took to her Instagram handle and dropped a picture of the two exchanging a Namaste. “Namaste mere aur Mr Cruise ki taraf se poore India ko. Great to see you again @tomcruise @missionimpossible,” Avneet wrote in the caption.Recently, actor Ali Fazal also showed his appreciation for Cruise for his contributions to global cinema.Taking to his IG, Ali shared a picture of himself with Cruise and penned in the caption, “Best of luck @tomcruise !! You won’t need it, but sending you wishes here as I also thank you for keeping the theatres alive and hope that we follow after .. and carry on making movies and telling stories cuz that’s really it, all of it- stories. I say this for all industries across the globe – we keep each other afloat one way or another, like kt or not. We break when we bow – not in humility but in servitude. And so, the title like a dilemma always fits – #MissionImpossible.””Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” is slated to hit the Indian theatres on May 17, ahead of its U.S release on May 23.–IANSpm/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Tollywood heartthrob Ram Charan was recently in London with his better half, Upasana Kamineni, their little bundle of joy Klin Kaara, father Chiranjeevi, and mother Surekha, where the ‘RRR’ actor’s wax statue was unveiled at the prestigious Madame Tussauds.In an adorable moment, Klin Kaara mistook the wax statue for her father. In the video, which is going viral, the little one was seen climbing the steps to the platform where the wax statue was placed on a sofa. As Ram Charan posed next to the statue for photos, the little one walked right past him, with all her attention on the statue. Although mom Upasana called out to her, she continued moving ahead before the “Acharya” actor gently stopped her.The statue features Ram Charan with his beloved dog Rhyme.Sharing the clip of Klin Kaara, along with other glimpses from their visit to Madame Tussauds, Upasana wrote on her Instagram, “Team Rhyme or Team Ram ??? And my Klin Kaara was Just tooo adorable…Priceless. Ps – Sometimes the wax version makes a better husband– just Listening & looking great in every pic!”Samantha Ruth Prabhu commented below the post, “The 4th pic,” along with teary eyes and a red heart emoji.Additionally, dropping images of him posing beside his statue, Ram Charan penned, “History made in wax! Madame Tussauds Singapore unveils their first dual celebrity-pet figure of Ram Charan and his beloved pet Rhyme! Styled in his iconic black velvet bandhgala from the 2023 Oscars, Ram Charan’s figure captures not just a global film icon, but also the deep bond he shares with Rhyme. Catch this one-of-a-kind dual figure at Madame Tussauds Singapore from 20 May 2025!”Ram Charan and his family were in London for the special screening of SS Rajamouli’s “RRR”, featuring Ram Charan and Jr NTR at the Royal Albert Hall.–IANSpm/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Bollywood actor Vicky Kaushal, who climbed up the ranks owing to his latest film ‘Chhaava’, is saluting the brave personnel of the Indian Armed Forces.
On Tuesday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared pictures of the men and the women in uniform. While the first picture is of a brave soldier from one of India’s elite forces taking blessings from Lord Hanuman, the second picture is of Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, who gave precise briefing during Operation Sindoor, India’s counter-terror operation after the Pahalgam attacks in April.Vicky also penned a long note in the caption, as he expressed his gratitude to the soldiers, who protect India.He wrote, “The way to peace is through strength. Saluting the unmatched bravery and precision of our Indian Armed Forces. No words can ever describe the gratitude and pride we feel in our hearts for our true heroes. We exist of you. Jai Hind”.India launched Operation Sindoor in the early hours of May 7, when it carried out precision strikes inside the territory of Pakistan, which is notorious for harbouring terrorism.The strikes were carried out at 9 sites in Pakistan and targeted key terror infrastructures killing close to 100 terrorists.In the following days, tensions between India and Pakistan escalated as the latter sent in surveillance drones, and also allegedly fired a Fatah missile in addition to the Chinese made PL-15. India’s air-defence system consisting of the Russian S-400 engaged with the drones, missiles and other air-borne threats successfully neutralising all of them.Pakistan’s Mirage aircraft was also shot down by the Indian forces. Mirage aircrafts are made by the same French company Dassault Aviation, which makes French Rafale jets.Currently, India has put up a tough stand after the recent skirmishes with Pakistan, and has declared that any future terror attacks sponsored by Pakistan will be an act of war.–IANSaa/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) Basking in the success of Netflix’s “Black Warrant”, actor Rahul Bhat is set to make his third appearance at the Cannes Film Festival with his Hollywood debut, “Lost & Found in Kumbh”. Sharing his experience, Bhat said, “For a change, somebody offered me a dramedy. I’ve always been cast in dark, serious, violent roles. So I thought, let me try something different, something in English. We shot at the end of the Kumbh, but it was still intense—so hot, and so many people. It was tough, but also fascinating. This one’s not meant to be taken too seriously. It’s a cute, engaging film. You could call it a dramedy—or even a children’s film in some ways.””As actors, we sometimes forget we’re shooting at a real place. You’re so immersed in the role, it starts to feel like just another set. But it wasn’t. It was the Kumbh. It was real. I’m finally tasting success after decades. My films have always been critically acclaimed, but this is the first time I’m hearing that word—‘hit’—and it feels great,” he added.”Lost & Found in Kumbh” is a heartfelt dramedy directed by debutant Mayur Puri and produced by Los Angeles-based Mulberry Films. The story follows a London-based philosophy professor who visits India’s Kumbh Mela with his British wife and son, only to find his Indian ex-wife and their son at his family home— and his father missing. As the family searches for him, the two half-brothers get lost in the massive crowd of the sacred festival.The drama was shot on location during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.Bhat’s previous appearances at the festival were for Anurag Kashyap’s “Ugly” (Directors’ Fortnight, 2013) and “Kennedy” (Midnight Screening, 2023).Next up, Bhat will portray politician Sanjay Gandhi in Sudhir Mishra’s “Summer of 77”.–IANSpm/
Mumbai, May 13 (IANS) It has been 25 years since Lara Dutta brought home the Miss Universe crown. However, May 12 holds a lot of memories for the diva as it happens to be her father’s birthday.Lara decided the mark the day with a puja ceremony with her parents. She took to her Instagram handle and shared a couple of sneak peeks from the puja, along with some throwback images from the pageant.Thanking everyone for the love she has received over the years, Lara also penned a heartfelt note saying, “Yesterday was a day of roller coaster emotions….. the 12th of May…….. a significant day in my life! Not just my Dad’s birthday, but also the day I won Miss Universe 25 years ago!. Time certainly flies!!! Marked the day yesterday with a puja to celebrate my father’s life…… knowing full well how fleeting and fragile life is, it’s important to acknowledge and be grateful for the gifts the universe bestows upon us.. Thank you for the love and for your companionship over the last 25 years!”Back in 2000, Lara created history by becoming the second Indian to win the Miss Universe, after Sushmita Sen, who bagged the title in 1994.After this, Lara went on to become a part of several Bollywood projects, including “Masti” (2004), “No Entry” (2005), “Bhagam Bhag” (2006), “Partner” (2007), “Housefull” (2010), and “Chalo Dilli” (2011), among others.On the work front, Lara has been roped in for the highly-awaited drama, “Welcome to the Jungle”. The sequel will mark her reunion with Akshay Kumar after the 2021 drama “Bell Bottom.”Helmed by Ahmed Khan, the project boasts an ensemble cast featuring Raveena Tandon, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Aftab Shivdasani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, and Tusshar Kapoor, along with others.–IANSpm/