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Empire State Building stunt: Couple identified as Netflix ‘Skywalkers’ stars | World News

Empire State Building stunt: Couple identified as Netflix ‘Skywalkers’ stars | World News

After a couple was arrested on Wednesday for climbing the Empire State Building in New York City, where they apparently pulled off a “marriage proposal” stunt, the duo have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33. Background and media prominence of the climbers Ivan and Angelina, who have been featured in a Netflix documentary, “Skywalkers,” released in 2024, reside in East Orange, New Jersey, though they originally belong to Russia, CBS News reported. Angelina Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov, who go by Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, depart New York criminal courthouse building. (AP Photo) The social page of Kuznetsov identifies him as Ivan Beerkus, and Nikolau’s page identifies her as Angela. The two were released from custody on Thursday under supervision after an appearance in a court, reports stated. BREAKING: A Manhattan judge granted the alleged Empire State Building climbers supervised release… and they shared a massive kiss before descending the subway stairs. Story coming @Gothamist pic.twitter.com/RUlw8lLshl — brittany.kriegstein (@BKriegstein) July 2, 2026 Severe legal charges and pro-peace messaging The couple, who …

Who are Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus? Netflix’s ‘Skywalkers’ couple arrested for Empire State Building stunt

Who are Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus? Netflix’s ‘Skywalkers’ couple arrested for Empire State Building stunt

Angela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus, a daredevil couple who were featured in the Netflix documentary “Skywalkers”, returned to the news headlines for pulling off a climbing stunt at the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday. Two people display a banner atop the Empire State Building in the Manhattan borough of New York, U.S., July 1, (REUTERS) As the surprise and unannounced climb unfolded on a hot New York City afternoon, bystanders and pedestrians stopped and looked on confused. The NYPD was called to the scene immediately, and officers tried to talk to them, without realizing what was unfolding. The duo then reached the top of the building, unfurled a banner, which read: “When the power of love beats the love of power, the world knows peace.” They also shared some kisses. Nikolau, 33, and Beerkus, 32, then slowly started climbing down the building. But the stunt was yet to be over. As they found a platform to stand on after climbing down a few meters, Beerkus proposed to Nikolau with an engagement …

Four held in Ujjain for blowing up car in Muharram stunt; police rule out communal angle

Four held in Ujjain for blowing up car in Muharram stunt; police rule out communal angle

Four men, including an Akhara organiser, have been arrested in Madhya Pradesh’s Ujjain for blowing up a car hung to a crane during Muharram processions, officials said on Thursday (June 25, 2026), adding that the National Security Act (NSA) may be invoked against them. The police have, however, ruled out a communal angle behind the act.  According to officials, the stunt took place on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) night during Muharram processions being held at Shere Adaan locality under Badnagar police station range where a van was hung onto a crane and blown up using firecrackers.  Viral videos show a white van hanging through a crane about 40 feet from the ground which is blown up with firecrackers kept inside it, creating a significant explosion, with attendees chanting and raising religious flags. A message on a paper was also pasted on the windshield of the van which read “Le phir aa gaye (Here they come again)”. Ujjain Superintendent of Police (SP) Pradeep Sharma told The Hindu that an FIR was registered after the police took cognisance …

Is Mukesh Khanna’s Ranveer Singh Shaktimaan rejection a publicity stunt? Co-star reacts | Bollywood News

Is Mukesh Khanna’s Ranveer Singh Shaktimaan rejection a publicity stunt? Co-star reacts | Bollywood News

3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Jun 7, 2026 10:11 AM IST Shaktimaan was truly every child’s favourite superhero, back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with Mukesh Khanna earning immense popularity for playing the iconic character on television. When a film adaptation was announced in 2022, fans were eager to know who would take on the role. After Ranveer Singh’s name surfaced, Mukesh openly opposed the idea and even claimed that the actor had once spent three hours trying to convince him that he was the right choice. Now, Lalit Parimoo, who was also part of the original show, has suggested that Mukesh’s comments may have been made for publicity. During a recent podcast with Siddharth Kannan, Lalit was asked about Mukesh saying Ranveer tried to convince him for three hours to let him play Shaktimaan, and still he turned him down. He said, “I don’t want to say anything against Mukesh ji. It’s upto him what he has to do. Aaj ka zamana publicity ka zamana hai aur log karte hain publicity gimmicks filmon …

Dhinchak Pooja breaks silence as fans mistake her wedding for a music video stunt | Entertainment-others News

Dhinchak Pooja breaks silence as fans mistake her wedding for a music video stunt | Entertainment-others News

3 min readNew DelhiMay 28, 2026 09:29 PM IST Popular internet sensation Pooja Jain, better known as Dhinchak Pooja, who gained popularity with her viral songs “Selfie Maine Leli Aaj” and “Dilon Ka Shooter”, tied the knot married recently. On May 27, Pooja shared adorable photos and videos from her wedding ceremony on social media. While some fans congratulated her, others mistook her pictures for a shoot or a new music video. Talking about her wedding, Pooja told HT City, “Maine sach mein shaadi kar li hai. Ismein koi jhooth nahi hai. Yeh koi music video nahi hai, sach ki shaadi ki hai maine (I have genuinely gotten married, there’s no lie in that. This isn’t a music video, I am actually married now).” She added, “Hamari shaadi ko thoda samay ho gaya hai. Main Yavaan se online mili thi, aur kuch waqt date karne ke baad, parents ki razamandi se humne shaadi kar li. Bahut hi intimate tareeke se humne yeh naya safar shuru kiya hai (It has been some time since we got …

RJ Balaji denies audience feeling ‘divine energy’ during Suriya’s Karuppu screenings is PR stunt: ‘Don’t have budget’

RJ Balaji denies audience feeling ‘divine energy’ during Suriya’s Karuppu screenings is PR stunt: ‘Don’t have budget’

RJ Balaji’s Suriya and Trisha Krishnan-starrer Karuppu was released in theatres on May 15 to mixed reviews from critics. But the film has performed well at the box office, and videos also show audience members feeling ‘divine energy’ while watching it. Talking to the press, Balaji denied that these videos were a PR stunt. (Also Read: ₹100 crore in Tamil Nadu; grosses ₹200 crore worldwide”>Karuppu becomes 1st film in 9 months to collect over ₹100 crore in Tamil Nadu; grosses ₹200 crore worldwide) Suriya plays the titular role in RJ Balaji’s Karuppu. RJ Balaji denies PR stunt for Karuppu Balaji spoke about Karuppu to the press, and when asked if he’s satisfied with the film’s result, he said, “I am satisfied with what we have said to society. You will understand it only after watching the film. Whoever has watched the film is really enjoying it, Tamil Nadu is enjoying it to the fullest, so I’m very happy. I have made this movie for the people, so we’re happy they’re celebrating the movie.” He also …

Palaash Muchhal’s lawyer calls atrocity case by Vigyan Mane a publicity stunt

Palaash Muchhal’s lawyer calls atrocity case by Vigyan Mane a publicity stunt

Singer and director Palaash Muchhal has been in the news ever since his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana got called off. Adding to his troubles, Smriti’s friend and Sangli-based resident Vigyan Mane accused Palaash of financial fraud and recently sought to file an FIR against him under the Atrocities Act. Breaking silence on the allegations levelled by Mane, Palaash’s lawyer claimed he is merely seeking publicity and trying to create pressure. Palaash Muchhal’s advocate’s statement In an interview with NDTV, advocate Shreyansh Mithare said that Vigyan Mane is doing everything for publicity. According to him, “If that happened on November 22, and now we are in May, why was no complaint made until now? Earlier, he only spoke about a financial dispute, but he never brought up any allegation of caste-based remarks. This clearly shows that his intentions are not genuine and that he is merely seeking publicity. We will respond to this appropriately through legal means.” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights …

Reel turns deadly: UP teen crushed by driverless tractor during stunt

Reel turns deadly: UP teen crushed by driverless tractor during stunt

PRAYAGRAJ What began as a daring attempt to capture a sensational social media reel ended in a chilling tragedy on Sunday evening, when a 16‑year‑old boy lost his life beneath the wheels of a moving tractor. According to witnesses, Shivanshu reached Sarai Bhagmani village around 5pm, about 4 km from his home. He switched on a tractor, set it to crawl forward without a driver, and then walked ahead to lie down between its front and rear wheels. (Sourced) Shivanshu Sharma, a Class 9 student and younger son of Nanhelal Sharma from Purejanai village in Pratapgarh, had often been seen driving a tractor for a local resident. But on this fateful day, he set out with a different mission — one that would cost him his life. According to witnesses, Shivanshu reached Sarai Bhagmani village around 5pm, about 4 km from his home. He switched on a tractor, set it to crawl forward without a driver, and then walked ahead to lie down between its front and rear wheels. His plan was reckless: to record …

Relive the “high-octane” aerial stunt that redefined Varun Dhawan’s stardom

Relive the “high-octane” aerial stunt that redefined Varun Dhawan’s stardom

3 min readBengaluruMar 26, 2026 07:06 PM IST Award nights are incomplete without electrifying performances by the stars. Whether they are dancing to their hit tracks or delivering heartfelt tributes, these acts are always a highlight for the audience. Ahead of the Chetak Screen Awards 2026, set to take place on April 5 in Mumbai, we revisit a memorable moment from the 2016 ceremony, when Varun Dhawan left the audience in awe with a high-octane patriotic aerial act. Dilwale star Varun Dhawan entered the dance arena on a bike. He then danced alongside the troupe to some of his hit tracks, including “Jee Karda” and “Tukur Tukur.” Watch Varun Dhawan’s dance video here: Following a series of lively acts, Varun delivered a stunt-filled performance set to “Vande Mataram.” Varun then took the mike and shared that he planned an impromptu dance performance at the last minute as he wanted to pay a special tribute to the Indian Army. Before starting his performance, Varun recited a powerful patriotic verse, “Kurban karein ki kami nahin auladon ki, …

Taiwanese singer’s ‘vacuum belly’ weight-loss stunt at live show sparks online debate: ‘Slimness does not equal beauty…’

Taiwanese singer’s ‘vacuum belly’ weight-loss stunt at live show sparks online debate: ‘Slimness does not equal beauty…’

A Taiwanese singer has sparked online debate after demonstrating a “vacuum belly” exercise during a live concert in China, reports the South China Morning Post (SCMP). The technique, widely circulated on social media, is believed by some to help flatten the stomach. Singer’s ‘vacuum belly’ performance sparks online debate over health concerns. (SCMP composite/Douyin) Singer Ella Chen Jiahua performed the move during her show in Xi’an on March 7. In viral clips, the 44-year-old can be seen pulling her stomach inward while holding her breath, making her ribs visibly prominent. Before demonstrating the technique, she asked the audience to watch closely. (Also read: Gurugram surgeon shares hidden risks of rapid weight loss with Mounjaro: ‘Faces start looking older than expected…’ ) “I want to show you a stunt. Watch me closely, and cameramen, please zoom in,” she told the audience. She then walked them through the exercise: “Breathe in deeply, then exhale slowly and release all the air.” Chen held her breath, pulled in her stomach, and maintained the position for about 10 seconds, drawing …