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Dance performances, laser shows, and more: Theatres turn into arenas in TN as Vijay’s Jana Nayagan finally releases

Dance performances, laser shows, and more: Theatres turn into arenas in TN as Vijay’s Jana Nayagan finally releases

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The final film of Vijay‘s career, Jana Nayagan, is here. And across Tamil Nadu, fans and exhibitors have turned its release into a celebration of their Chief Minister and Thalapathy. The film’s release on Thursday is being marked by celebrations, performances, drone shows, and special programmes across Tamil Nadu, with both fans and cadres of Vijay’s party TVK participating. Giant cut-outs and banners installed by fans as actor-politician and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay’s film Jana Nayagan opened to packed houses, in Chennai on Wednesday. (ANI Photo) (Lakshmi ) Jana Nayagan celebrations begin across Tamil Nadu In many theatres, including Woodlands and Casino in Chennai, special cultural performances marked the arrival of the much-awaited film and laser beams shot into the night sky to hail Vijay while fans danced to peppy tunes. A drone show was held in a Chennai theatre late on Wednesday night as fans began to gather in anticipation of the early morning show. In other places, huge cutouts of the actor-politician were placed outside theatres and in major crossings around Chennai. …

Norway striker sparks bizarre naming trend with World Cup performances

Norway striker sparks bizarre naming trend with World Cup performances

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2 min readUpdated: Jul 14, 2026 10:36 PM IST Erling Haaland may have had to say goodbye to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the quarterfinal but the impact he has made will continue to live for years to come, particularly in Peru. Despite there being little in common between the South America country and Norway, a total of 563 Peruvians now bear names directly inspired by the Norwegian and Manchester City forward. According to official figures released by the country’s National Registry of Identification and Civil Status (RENIEC), of the 563, 468 Peruvians already bear the surname Haaland, and a further 91 children have been registered with his full name, Erling Haaland. A vast majority of these registrations have been made since the start of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. “Different football stars serve as inspiration for Peruvians to register their children with these names,” Ivan Torres, a spokesperson for Reniec, said on Panamericana Televisio. He said that the frequency of name registrations spiked dramatically as Norway made their way to the quarterfinals. …

The Odyssey first reactions hail Christopher Nolan’s greatest work, cast praised for ‘best performances of their career’

The Odyssey first reactions hail Christopher Nolan’s greatest work, cast praised for ‘best performances of their career’

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The cast hailed for career-best performances The critics were equivocal in their praise for the film’s star-studded cast. The Odyssey stars Matt Damon as Odysseus, alongside Robert Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, and a large ensemble. Praising the actors, Variety’s Jazz Tangcay wrote, “The performances from Tom Holland, Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, John Leguizamo, Robert Pattinson and Lupita Nyong’o are genuinely grand. And for some, truly, the best performances of their career.” Writing in similar vein, film journalist Simon Thompson added, “Leading a stellar cast, Matt Damon gives Odysseus everything in a career-best powerhouse performance. Robert Pattinson is outstanding as Antinous and John Leguizamo’s Eumaeus is sublime.” 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

From Hum Aapke Hain Koun to Dedh Ishqiya: Madhuri Dixit’s performances worth revisiting | Bollywood News

From Hum Aapke Hain Koun to Dedh Ishqiya: Madhuri Dixit’s performances worth revisiting | Bollywood News

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2 min readJun 9, 2026 05:18 PM IST Written by Seekriti Saha For over four decades, Madhuri Dixit has remained one of Bollywood’s most beloved stars. From winning hearts with her memorable performances to setting the screen ablaze with her iconic dance numbers, Madhuri has built a filmography that continues to resonate with audiences across generations. Here’s a watchlist featuring some of Madhuri Dixit’s best films, in no particular order: Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994): In the hit Sooraj Barjatya directoral, Madhuri Dixit plays the girl-next-door who turns into a picture of resilience when tragedy strikes her family. Madhuri’s performance in the film remains iconic more than three decades later. Dil To Pagal Hai (1997): In Yash Chopra’s musical, Madhuri plays Pooja who believes in love more than anything. Madhuri brought grace and emotional depth to the role, delivering one of the most memorable performances of her career. Dil (1990): The film has been at the receiving end of a lot of criticism over the years, but nevertheless, Madhuri Dixit put her best foot forward …

Gullak season 5 review: Fresh paint, Wi-Fi and warm performances of Mishra family elevate a safe, predictable season

Gullak season 5 review: Fresh paint, Wi-Fi and warm performances of Mishra family elevate a safe, predictable season

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Gullak season 5 web series review Cast: Jameel Khan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Anant V Joshi, Harsh Mayar, Helly Shah, Sunita Rajwar and Gopal Datt Director: Shreyansh Pandey and Abhay Raut Rating: ★★★ In the fifth season of SonyLIV’s Gullak, a conversation between Shanti Mishra (Geetanjali Kulkarni) and her husband, Santosh (Jameel Khan), beautifully captures the evolving face of India’s middle class. Reflecting on a shift familiar to many modern parents, Shanti notes that while she willingly embraced a life of simple compromises, her children view life through a different lens. Her minor observation that their eldest son, Annu (Anant V Joshi), can no longer sleep comfortably without an air conditioner speaks to a larger generational truth: the baseline for comfort has shifted. Expecting a future daughter-in-law to adapt to past hardships is no longer realistic. Gullak season poster . (SonyLIV) This single piece of dialogue gets to the very core of season 5. The Mishra household is navigating a slow, inevitable transition into modernity where fresh paint, high-speed WiFi, and contemporary appliances upgrade their daily routines, …

System review: Sonakshi Sinha-Jyotika’s film delivers sincerity and good performances, just not enough drama

System review: Sonakshi Sinha-Jyotika’s film delivers sincerity and good performances, just not enough drama

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System Director: Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Jyotika, Ashutosh Gowariker Rating: ★★★ A colleague recently remarked that courtroom dramas rarely miss the mark, and it got me thinking- they’re absolutely right. The genre has a stellar track record. There’s an undeniable thrill in watching justice get delivered against all odds. It’s that ultimate pursuit of truth that keeps viewers glued to the edge of their seats. Does System join that list? Let’s find out. System review: The courtroom drama stars Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika. What is System about? The story revolves around Neha Rajvansh (Sonakshi Sinha), the daughter of celebrated advocate Ravi (Ashutosh Gowariker), who refuses to let her work alongside him until she proves herself by winning cases independently. Enter Sarika (Jyotika), a stenographer who single-handedly runs her household while caring for her wheelchair-bound husband. Impressed by Sarika’s knowledge, Neha offers to pay her for assisting with cases. The two soon form a formidable team, winning multiple cases together, until one case pits father and daughter against each other in the courtroom. What …

Beyond Drishyam: Mohanlal delivered a whole year of Lalism with 5 performances, a Best Actor award | Malayalam News

Beyond Drishyam: Mohanlal delivered a whole year of Lalism with 5 performances, a Best Actor award | Malayalam News

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It is often said that “Mammootty becomes his character,” while in Mohanlal’s case, “the character becomes him.” Even as this statement isn’t axiomatically true, and one can easily list several characters where even an iota of Mohanlal wasn’t visible, there is merit to the claim to a large extent. There’s a bit of Mohanlal-ness in most of his performances. The question we should be asking here instead is: is that a big deal? If his portrayals are pitch-perfect and he presents the characters’ journeys in their entirety, ensuring he captures every layer, does it matter that some of them share similarities in gestures, body language, and tone of voice? I would argue that it is subjective, as the answer will depend on each person’s definition and understanding of acting. Must Read | Athiradi movie review: Basil Joseph and Tovino Thomas’ film seems like a millennial’s take on Gen Z Unlike their counterparts in other languages, Mohanlal and Mammootty are still working at full throttle, even if the number of movies they do per year has …

Acting performances using AI for ‘enhancements’ eligible for Golden Globes; but AI actors ineligible, say organisers

Acting performances using AI for ‘enhancements’ eligible for Golden Globes; but AI actors ineligible, say organisers

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After the Oscars ruled out AI actors from award contentions, the other major Hollywood awards – Golden Globes – have also said that performances by AI-generated actors will not be eligible. Organisers of the Golden Globe Awards clarified that new guidelines will not automatically disqualify performances that use artificial intelligence to enhance an actor, but will require that a live human be the main element. An AI-resurrected Val Kilmer in As Deep As The Grave, an upcoming action film. Golden Globes on AI in acting Originally produced and presented by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, the Golden Globes were acquired by Dick Clark Productions in 2024. The awards kick off Hollywood’s awards season in January each year. On Thursday, the organisers said, “Submissions in which a performance is substantially generated or created by artificial intelligence are not eligible.” But AI will not completely be banned from the prestigious awards, considered the precursor to Oscar glory. “The use of AI for technical or cosmetic enhancements (such as de-ageing, ageing, or visual modifications) may be permissible, provided …

Christopher Nolan reviews The Devil Wears Prada 2, praises Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt’s ‘terrific’ performances

Christopher Nolan reviews The Devil Wears Prada 2, praises Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt’s ‘terrific’ performances

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The much-awaited sequel to the 2006 film, The Devil Wears Prada, was released in theatres worldwide on May 1. The film opened to positive reviews and has been performing well at the box office as well. Amid the film’s early success, Oscar-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan also shared his review of the film and praised Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt‘s performances, both of whom he has worked with in the past. Christopher Nolan is all praise for The Devil Wears Prada 2. Christopher Nolan reviews The Devil weara Prada 2 During his appearance on The Late Show, Nolan was talking about working with Anne Hathaway again when he was asked if he watched The Devil Wears Prada 2. The filmmaker said, “I watched it last night. It was fabulous, with Emily Blunt as well. It was terrific,” resulting in the audience giving a loud cheer. Nolan and Anne have worked together in movies like Ending The Knight, Interstellar and Inside Interstellar. The two have collaborated on yet another film. The Odyssey, which is set to release …

‘Advantage of youth’: Sunil Gavaskar with high praise for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL performances | Cricket News

‘Advantage of youth’: Sunil Gavaskar with high praise for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL performances | Cricket News

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2 min readApr 29, 2026 05:07 PM IST Former India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has lavished praise on Rajasthan Royals’ 15-year-old opening dynamo Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the left-hander started off yet another successful run-chase for his team with a lung-bursting start for them. Sooryavanshi put 43 runs on the scoreboard in a 16-ball onslaught that helped his team take down Punjab Kings’ significant target of 223 which RR took down with four balls to spare. “He made excellent use of the field and picked the line beautifully. The way he strikes the ball with such ease and power is remarkable,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports. He then added, “The shots he was hitting were brilliant. Even 10 fielders at the boundary would not have been enough. He doesn’t seem to be fazed. That, I think, is the benefit of being so young. You are not worried about anything. You don’t look at the opposition,” Sooryavashi has become the first batter to reach 400 runs this IPL and has done so with an incredible strike rate of …