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Sumukhi Suresh on The Royals 2, risks of comedy today: I am already offending men by being a female comic on stage

Sumukhi Suresh on The Royals 2, risks of comedy today: I am already offending men by being a female comic on stage

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Sumukhi Suresh recently added an achievement to her repertoire last month as she was the sole Indian female comic in the global music festival, Netflix Is A Joke, lineup in Los Angeles. Talking to us, the actor-comedian talks about representing Indian comedy scene on world stage, saying, “People don’t get it, but it is such a big validation for a comedian. It’s very good for me as an artiste to move ahead. Platforms like these challenge your voice to see if you can entertain an audience which is not from your own diaspora. But making people from the Indian diaspora is the best. Ghar ki murgi dal barabar wala scene nahin hona chahiye.” Sumukhi Suresh (Photo: Instagram) While comedy in today’s time has become quite risky, Sumukhi Suresh stays away from making political jokes. Ask her if it’s deliberate and she says, “It may be subconsciously deliberate that the content I make turns out to be anecdotal, but comedy from a female comic is already politicised people. There is politics to it, and the fact …

Varun Dhawan’s comic caper is more exhausting than entertaining

Varun Dhawan’s comic caper is more exhausting than entertaining

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For over three decades, David Dhawan has been synonymous with loud, unabashed entertainers packed with slapstick humour. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai marks his fourth outing with Varun Dhawan, once again placing the actor at the centre of a chaotic romantic predicament. Does it manage to raise laughs or fail in its endeavour? Let’s analyse. Storyline Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai follows the complicated romantic journey of Jaswinder “Jass” (Varun Dhawan), a passionate wedding photographer whose life takes an unexpected turn after meeting Bani (Mrunal Thakur) during a wedding assignment. After getting inebriated, they confess their love for each other and get married. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Unrivalled GOAT of comedy: Why it’s almost impossible to match Urvashi’s comic brilliance | Malayalam News

Unrivalled GOAT of comedy: Why it’s almost impossible to match Urvashi’s comic brilliance | Malayalam News

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As an introductory note, let me say this: this article isn’t penned with the aim of ascertaining if Urvashi is a GOAT. There’s no debate there. When discussing her, every tongue familiar with her work will avow that Urvashi is a GOAT; perhaps one of the very, very few GOATs among the GOATs in Indian cinema. This article is rather a panegyric — an ode, maybe — on her brilliance in comedic roles. Let’s go… Second innings can be brutal, particularly for actors. Although there may be hype surrounding their comeback project, if they don’t knock it out of the park or at least maintain the same brilliance (if they ever had any) that they did right before taking a hiatus, the audience might write them off soon enough. What makes it even tougher for actors is that, during their time away, the art and craft of acting can undergo significant changes, and the audience might adapt to this new style and grow to like it. Thus, if they return with the same set of …

A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one

A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one

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Mumbai Comic Con 2026 kicked off on a high note at the Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, on Saturday, drawing massive crowds of anime lovers, gamers, comic-book readers and cosplay enthusiasts from across the city. Long queues formed outside the venue from early morning as fans arrived dressed as some of pop culture’s most popular characters. A multiverse of cosplayers takeover Mumbai Comic con Day one Cosplay remained one of the biggest highlights on day one, with attendees dressed as Deadpool, Spider-Man, Naruto Uzumaki, Gojo Satoru, Luffy, Tanjiro Kamado, Batman and Harley Quinn, among others. Elaborate anime and gaming-inspired looks dominated the convention floor, with fans stopping cosplayers for photos and videos throughout the day. A cosplay inspired by Godfrey from Elden Ring also emerged as one of the most talked-about looks at the event. The convention saw packed crowds across gaming zones, anime booths, creator panels and merchandise stalls. The event also featured well-known artists speaking about gaming and voice-over art, including a Solo Leveling session with Japanese voice actor Taito Ban, producer Atsushi …

World Laughter Day 2026: Akshay Kumar revisits his iconic comic roles

World Laughter Day 2026: Akshay Kumar revisits his iconic comic roles

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In a bid to mark World Laughter Day, Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has taken a nostalgic trip, revisiting his epic comic moments from his popular films like `Welcome`, `Phir Hera Pheri`, `Bhool Bhulaiyaa`, `Bhagam Bhag`, and others. Akshay shared a video montage of the film scenes, offering a subtle nod to his journey across the comedy genre.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) “Kisi ne bataya aaj World Laughter Day hai. Maine socha ho jaye! Hanste rahiye, hansaate rahiye,” the actor wrote in the caption. The video left fans amused, with many celebrating Akshay Kumar`s comedy hits and performances. His wife, Twinkle Khanna, also commented on the post, leaving a hilarious comment in her witty style. “May you laugh and make people laugh, all the way to the bank and then hand me the cheque book,” Twinkle wrote. One of the most versatile actors in Bollywood, Akshay Kumar is known for his impeccable …

Zooms Past This Steven Spielberg-Helmed Jurassic Park Movie & 2 More Comic Book Hits

Zooms Past This Steven Spielberg-Helmed Jurassic Park Movie & 2 More Comic Book Hits

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Project Hail Mary Worldwide Box Office: Set To Beat A Jurassic Park Installment From The OG Trilogy (Photo Credit –Instagram) Project Hail Mary is targeting popular, commercially successful hits at the worldwide box office. It has now surpassed one of the OG Jurassic Park movies worldwide, directed by Steven Spielberg. It has also surpassed the global haul of Logan and James Gunn’s Superman. Keep scrolling for the deets. Project Hail Mary at the worldwide box office According to industry trackers’ report, the Ryan Gosling starrer has earned $2.2 million on its 4th Friday at the domestic box office. It has scored the 2nd biggest 7th Friday ever for March releases. It has also set a new record for March releases, with 43 consecutive days of over $1 million in gross. The Andy Weir adaptation has hit $312 million after 43 days at the domestic box office. Based on Luiz Fernando‘s prediction, the movie is tracking to earn between $7 million and $9 million on its 7th three-day weekend in North America. Internationally, the collection stands …

Farah Khan feels Aparshakti Khurana has better comic timing than brother Ayushmann Khurrana: ‘He became such good actor’

Farah Khan feels Aparshakti Khurana has better comic timing than brother Ayushmann Khurrana: ‘He became such good actor’

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Bollywood brothers Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khurana have both carved a niche for themselves in the industry, winning audiences over with their natural performances and impeccable comic timing. However, choreographer and filmmaker Farah Khan seems to have picked a favourite, and it is Aparshakti. Farah Khan pics Aparshakti Khurana over Ayushmann Khurrana in terms of good comic timing. Farah Khan compares Ayushmann Khurrana and Aparshakti Khurana’s comic timing Farah recently visited Aparshakti’s Mumbai home for one of her popular cooking vlogs, accompanied by her cook Dilip. During the visit, she gave viewers a tour of the actor’s house, describing its aesthetic as a blend of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film set and her own Om Shanti Om. The aesthetic interiors and dramatic design clearly impressed her. During the vlog, Farah reminisced about the first time she met Aparshakti, back when he was working as a radio jockey. She revealed that their paths crossed during the promotions of Om Shanti Om. Recalling her initial impression, she admitted she had her doubts about his transition to films. …

Panel of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi at Mexico Comic Con sees empty seats; internet calls it ’embarrassing’

Panel of SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi at Mexico Comic Con sees empty seats; internet calls it ’embarrassing’

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SS Rajamouli’s upcoming film, Varanasi, began its global promotions this week with a panel at CCXP in Mexico, a global pop culture event. SS Karthikeya, one of the producers of the film, spoke about the film on stage at the event and also unveiled never-before-seen footage from the film on Friday. However, visuals from the event show largely empty seats during the film’s panel. Mahesh Babu-starrer Varanasi was showcased at the CCXP in Mexico. Varanasi at CCXP, Mexico CCXP, formerly known as Comic Con Experience, is a global pop culture convention where the biggest films in the world are promoted. This year, Varanasi is joined by heavyweight titles like Avengers: Doomsday and Dune Part Three at the event. The Varanasi panel at the event marks the beginning of the film’s global promotions, months after the first look was unveiled in Hyderabad last year. The panel was moderated by ScreenRant’s Liam Crowley, who spoke with producer SS Karthikeya about the film’s scale and vision. Director SS Rajamouli spoke to the audience via a video message, discussing …

S.S. Karthikeya To Unveil Glimpse At Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026

S.S. Karthikeya To Unveil Glimpse At Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026

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S.S. Rajamouli’s Varanasi(Photo Credit –Instagram) Building on the unprecedented global success of the Baahubali franchise and RRR, S.S. Rajamouli continues to redefine Indian cinema’s global footprint, now setting the stage for an even bigger cinematic leap with his next, Varanasi. S.S. Rajamouli has consistently redefined the scale and ambition of Indian cinema, earning a reputation as one of the country’s most visionary storytellers. Now, the celebrated filmmaker is gearing up for his next ambitious venture, Varanasi, an action-adventure film slated for release next year. Varanasi Goes Global With Comic Con Mexico 2026 Varanasi, which stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has already become one of the most eagerly awaited Indian movies in recent memory. The movie has generated significant excitement among both fans and industry observers due to its scope, star power, and Rajamouli’s distinctive storytelling. Varanasi is scheduled to make an international appearance at Comic Con Experience Mexico 2026, bringing this excitement to a global audience. An important milestone on the film’s path toward global viewership will be reached on April …

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Jayaram’s comic timing and nostalgic elements make it a passable feel-good comedy drama

Ashakal Aayiram Review: Jayaram’s comic timing and nostalgic elements make it a passable feel-good comedy drama

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Name: Ashakal Aayiram Director: G. Prajith Cast: Jayaram, Kalidas Jayaram, Asha Sharath, Sharaf U Dheen, Ishaani Krishna, Anand Manmadhan, Ramesh Pisharody, Dileep Menon Writer: Jude Anthany Joseph, Aravind Rajendran Rating: 3/5 Ashakal Aayiram, starring Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram in the lead roles, was released in theaters on February 6, 2026. After its theatrical run, the movie is now available for streaming on the OTT platform ZEE5. If you’re planning to watch the movie online, here’s the Pinkvilla review for you to check out. The Plot Ashakal Aayiram follows the story of Ajeesh Hariharan, a youngster who dreams of becoming a film star but faces several unexpected obstacles on his journey. His father, Hariharan, who has always opposed his passion for cinema, becomes one of the biggest challenges he must confront. As the young man struggles to prove himself, the story explores his determination, sacrifices, and the emotional conflict between following one’s dreams and meeting family expectations. Along the way, he encounters moments of failure and self-doubt that test his resolve. However, his passion for acting …