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Enduring essence of Indian classical dance: A mix of sadhana & spirituality

The purpose of Indian classical dance is not just entertainment but also philosophical expression. It is also a way to tell stories from sacred texts, showing the bond between divine and human realms

Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett of 'Margaritaville' fame dies aged 76

Buffett was born on Christmas Day 1946 in Pascagoula, Mississippi, and spent some time growing up in Alabama. He is survived by his wife Jane and their children Savannah, Sarah, and Cameron

World Music Day: Theremin to Mayuri, a look at lesser-known instruments

Some musical instruments are invisible, some are wrapped around the body, and others are played using water. But there is little doubt that they produce sounds you never dreamt were possible

Rasha Kelej creates a song by singers from 11 African countries to support medical workers during coronavirus battle

Rasha Kelej creates a song by singers from 11 African countries to support medical workers during coronavirus battle

10 podcasts to listen to while you're working from home

10 podcasts to listen to while you're working from home

Contagion: How coronavirus may change India's entertainment industry

Social distancing, future contagions to reduce theatre traction

George RR Martin lobbies for 'Chernobyl' at Emmys

"Game of Thrones" creator George RR Martin has praised "Chernobyl", calling the HBO series "exciting", which deserves to dominate Emmy awards this year. Martin also gave a special mention to veteran actor Jared Harris, who plays Valery Legasov, a scientist who is instrumental in leading the efforts to clean up the April 1986 nuclear plant disaster in USSR. "Binge-watched @HBO's CHERNOBYL. Terrifying, exciting, heartbreaking. If this one does not win a truckload of Emmys, there is no justice in Hollywood. "And special shout out to the talented @JaredHarris for his amazing performance..." the author tweeted on Tuesday. Earlier this month, "Chernobyl" was the highest rated IMDb TV show. It is a retelling of the massive explosion of the nuclear power plant in the Ukraise on April 26, 1986 and its aftermath. The explosion released radioactive material across Belarus, Russia and Ukraine and as far as Scandinavia and western Europe. This year will be the final run for Martin's "GoT" at the ..

'Kabir Singh' becomes Shahid Kapoor's first solo film to cross Rs 100 cr mark

'Kabir Singh' has crossed the Rs 100 crore mark, making it Shahid Kapoor's first solo century.Maintaining its steady and impressive pace, the film managed to trend even on the weekdays.Confirming the numbers, film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted, "#KabirSingh cruises past Rs cr... Shahid Kapoor scores his first *solo* century... Extraordinary trending on weekdays... Eyes Rs 130 cr+ total in Week 1... Fri 20.21 cr, Sat 22.71 cr, Sun 27.91 cr, Mon 17.54 cr, Tue 16.53 cr. Total: Rs 104.90 cr. India biz. BLOCKBUSTER."The film, which also features Kiara Advani in a pivotal role, earned Rs. 70. 83 crore in its opening weekend and passed the Monday test with flying colours. It earned Rs. 17.54 crore on its fourth day.It is doing well in single screens as well as multiplexes.Despite getting mixed reviews and not releasing on a holiday, the movie has emerged as the fourth biggest Hindi opener at the domestic box office.The movie saw a bumper opening and minted Rs. 20.21 crore on .

Alia Bhatt soon to enter 'Youtube world'

Actor, singer and now a YouTuber! Alia Bhatt is leaving no stone unturned to sway her fans with her amazing and impish personality.Announcing about her Youtube channel on Instagram, the actor wrote "Something new, something fun, something on YouTube."The 'Student of The Year' fame also shared a clip of her on Youtube in which she shared that she is currently in Banaras shooting for her upcoming film 'Brahmastra'.She announced about her Youtube channel in the video which later features Bhatt shooting for some fun videos. A deeper insight into the clip and the actor reveals that her channel will introduce her personal side to her fans."I have done the Instagram world, the Twitter world and now I am trying to get on to the Youtube world. You will get to see a lot me just being. Totally unadulterated," Alia says in the video.It is going to be nothing less than a visual treat for Alia fans who yearn to see more of her behind the screen life- what she eats and where she goes.Starting off ...

'Bond 25' reveals first look from Jamaica sets

The makers of "Bond 25" have given a sneak peek into the new 007 film with its star Daniel Craig and director Cary Fukunaga filming on the Jamaica sets amid reports of delays. The footage comes days after Craig hit the gym to prep for the movie after sustaining an injury on the sets in Jamaica. Both Fukunaga and the film's antagonist Rami Malek have denied that there were any hiccups during the production. The minute-long video, which was posted on the official 007.com on Tuesday, was a blend of the film shots and behind-the-scenes rushes set to the tune of 2015 Caribbean song "Boom Shot Dis". Titled "On Set With Bond 25: Jamaica", the clip also shows actors Jeffery Wright, who reprises his role as Felix Leiter in the film and Lashana Lynch will be seen playing Nomi. "Check out a behind the scenes look at our recent Caribbean Bond 25 filming that shows director Cary Fukunaga at work and Daniel Craig (James Bond 007), Jeffrey Wright (Felix Leiter) and Lashana Lynch (Nomi) on set!" read

Was surprised with success of 'The Handsmaid's Tale', says Elisabeth Moss

Elisabeth Moss says she did not expect "The Handsmaid's Tale" to find an audience due to the "dark" nature of the story. The actor, who has received awards and acclaim for playing June/ Offred in the Hulu series based on Margaret Atwood's 1985 dystopian novel, said taking up the project was a risk. "I was a little surprised when the show took off. It's dark and based on a book that's really important to people, so it was very risky," Moss told the Radio Times magazine. Set in a fictional place Gilead, in a dystopian America, the show follows fertile women who are forced into child-bearing servitude in a totalitarian, religious society in the wake of a second civil war. The actor further said it is frustrating when people claim the show is not an easy watch. "When people say the show is hard to watch, I get my hackles up. If you can't face our show, then how are you going to face what's actually happening in the world? "It's shockingly relevant. It's important to hold that mirror up to

Benedict Cumberbatch, Nicholas Hoult Feud features in 'The Current War' trailer

The official trailer of Benedict Cumberbatch and Nicholas Hoult Feud starrer 'The Current War' is out and it gives offers a glimpse into the dramatic 19th century battle over electricity.Based on the phenomenon came to be known as 'war of the currents', the Martin Scorcese-produced thriller will focus on the journey of Thomas Edison, played by Benedict Cumberbatch as he tries to use his DC technology to introduce light to Manhattan, Variety reports.Edison's initial efforts are obstructed by businessman George Westinghouse, played by Michael Shannon, and his business partner Nikola Tesla, played by Nicholas Hoult, come up with Tesla's own AC electrical current.Is the trailer is anything to go by, it seems like the film will portray the historical corporate feud without holding anything back.Scripted by Michael Mitnick, the film has been directed by Alfonso Gomez-Rejon.The thriller, which also stars Tom Holland, is scheduled to hit the theatres on October 11.

Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, James Corden to star in Ryan Murphy's 'Prom'

Ryan Murphy has roped in names like Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, James Corden and Ariana Grande for his "Prom" adaptation. The feature take of the Tony-nominated stage musical, set at Netflix, will also see Awkwafina, Keegan-Michael Key and Andrew Rannells in key roles. Sources told Deadline, Murphy will direct and produce the Broadway hit, set to undergo production in December. Streep will play Dee Dee Allen, a two-time Tony award winner who collaborates with Barry Glickman (Corden) in a flop musical about Eleanor Roosevelt. After disastrous reviews, they decide, along with Broadway newbies Angie Dickinson (Kidman) and Rannells as Trent Oliver, to attach themselves to a cause to resurrect their careers. Emma, a high school senior in Indiana who isn't allowed to take her girlfriend to the prom, becomes their cause to champion. Casting director Alexa Fogel is on a nationwide search to find an actor to play Emma. While Grande plays Alyssa, a popular daughter of the head of the PTA, ...

Mandy Moore almost quit acting before 'This is Us'

Mandy Moore says before landing "This is Us", there was a time when she considered giving up on acting. The actor-singer said, who plays Rebecca Pearson in the NBC drama, said she felt so "stuck" that she felt universe was guiding her to walk away from Hollywood. "As an actor, so much of our job is rejection. I think I had started like, I kept smacking into that wall time and time again for quite a number of years and I think it also coincided with some tricky stuff in my personal life and the combination of those two just made me feel so stuck. "I contemplated, I was like, 'I think this is it. I think this is the universe giving me a sign that maybe this is not what I'm supposed to be doing... Maybe I'm not supposed to be an actor anymore like, I've been incredibly lucky, I've had this really fruitful time earlier in my life and maybe now I'm supposed to lean into something else," Moore said during a panel at Popsugar Play/Ground as quoted by Page Six. The 35-year-old actor said she .

'Fast & Furious 9' filming begins

The shooting of "Fast & Furious" is underway, Hollywood star Vin Diesel has announced. The 51-year-old actor, who reprises his role as Dom in the action film franchise, took to Instagram to share the news on Monday. "First day completed! Blessed beyond words. #Fast9 2020," Diesel captioned the video. In the clip, he can be seen with co-star Michelle Rodriguez, who plays his wife Letty in the films. "Can you believe it, Letty? Can you believe it? We just completed our first day and it feels like a miracle," Diesel said in the video. "Game of Thrones" star Nathalie Emmanuel, who is returning as hacker Ramsey from "Furious 7", also took to social media to mark the beginning of day one. "Day one of shooting Fast and Furious 9 today... The team is back together," she wrote on Twitter. Other returning cast members include Jordana Brewster, Tyrese Gibson and Chris 'Ludacris' Bridges, along with latest addition WWE wrestler-turned-actor John Cena. The film is set for a May 2020 release.

Marvel to re-release 'Avengers: Endgame' in its original cut, details revealed

For all those Marvelites who are eagerly waiting for the extended cut of 'AvengersEarlier this month, Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige had revealed that the last edition of 'Avengers', which recently hit the big screens, would be heading back to theatres with brand new footage.According to The Hollywood Reporter, the re-release is being called a 'Bring Back'. This version of the film will feature the movie in its original cut.The film will be accompanied by a video introduction by director Anthony Russo, an unfinished deleted scene from the film, and a sneak peek of the upcoming Tom Holland-starrer 'Spider-Man: Far From Home', a statement from Marvel mentioned.To make this experience extra special, participating theatres will be giving away copies of an exclusive poster featuring the Iron Man gauntlet with the tagline "We love you 3000".'Avengers: Endgame' released on April 26 and also marked the final film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's current generation, which comprises of .

Amit Bhadhana's Latest Video School Ka Last Day is Pure Delight for Fans

/ -- The youth Icon and famous Youtuber Amit Bhadana is trending on YouTube with his new video, posted on 20th June 2019. (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/928749/Amit_Bhadana.jpg ) The day before, he posted a story on Instagram giving his fans and followers special information about a giveaway upon his completion of 15 million YouTube viewers - in his upcoming video which he describes 'very close to his heart.' The video came online at 7:30PM on 20th June. In honor and praise of that, he describes in two-three steps, how to enter into this giveaway contest. Bhadana in collaboration with Lord Mobiles game has decided of this giveaway to his fans, where the followers are to download the gaming app Lords Mobile via the link description given below his video. Log into the contest and fans could win prizes like mobiles and laptops worth a fortune. The name of the contestants who are decided as winners by Lord Mobiles, will have their name announced on Bhadana's Instagram story for

Shooting for 'Fast & Furious 9' begins

The main cast of the ninth installment film of 'Fast and Furious' franchise revealed that they have begun shooting for the much-anticipated saga.American actor Vin Diesel who has portrayed the role of Dominic Toretto posted a video on Twitter along with his co-star Michelle Rodriguez, who has played Letty Ortiz, Dominic's wife in the flick."First day completed! Blessed beyond words," adding the hashtags, #Fast9 and #2020," he captioned the video.In the video, Diesel revealed they have finished filming for the first day."We completed our first day... it feels like a miracle. One [that's] hard-earned, but it feels like... we're just so grateful," he said.One of the most popular characters Roman Pearce, played by Tyrese also shared a photo of his and Michelle Rodriguez's chairs from the set on Instagram and wrote, "#F9 Day1"[{f1c12642-0fc8-4c81-9383-c82070832365:intradmin/1_BuX4VHP.JPG}].Nathalie Emmanuel who started playing the role of hacker Ramsey from the seventh installment also ...

Shahrukh Khan marks 27 years in Indian Cinema, thanks fans

Shah Rukh Khan Bollywood's heartthrob and Badshah, known for his penchant for work and an icon of romance in India on Tuesday completed nearly three decades in Hindi cinema.The actor paved his way into the industry with 'Deewana' in 1992 which was a stupendous success at the box office and also won him the Filmfare Best Male Debut Award for his performance.Basking in the success of his film, the actor has travelled miles by beginning the career in acting with theatre in Delhi where he grew up, before he moved to television with shows like "Fauji" and "Circus", and eventually into the universe of films.Celebrating the day, the 53-year-old actor uploaded a small video on his Twitter handle, where he can be seen riding a bike on the famous 90s track 'Koi Na Koi Chahiye' of his first film and later thanked his fans for 27 years in Indian cinema which is "exactly half the life" of the actor.In the video, King Khan said, "I have been trying to entertain my fans and many times I have ...

Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, Ariana Grande to star in Ryan Murphy's 'The Prom'

Trust writer-director Ryan Murphy to pull off the biggest casting coup ever! Murphy has a knack of bringing a star-studded cast, so the ensemble he put together for his upcoming Netflix adaptation of the Tony-nominated musical 'The Prom' doesn't come as a surprise.HBO's popular show 'Big Little Lies' isn't the only thing bringing actors Meryl Streep and Nicole Kidman together. The Oscar-winning actors are among the seven big names to join the upcoming project, reported E! News.Apart from Streep and Kidman, singer Ariana Grande, actor-comedian James Corden, actor Awkwafina, actors Keegan-Michael Key and Andrew Rannells are all on board for the Netflix movie.Murphy is all set to direct and serve as the executive producer under his new Netflix deal. Streep, who currently appears in 'Big Little Lies' season two opposite Kidman, will play Dee Dee Allen, a Tony winner who teams up with Corden's character Barry Glickman on a big musical that flops.To get their careers back on track, they ...