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Ariana Grande says choice to step back comes from an ’empowered’ place – National
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Ariana Grande says choice to step back comes from an ’empowered’ place – National

Ariana Grande has addressed the news that she will be stepping back from the spotlight and leaving the West End production of Sunday in the Park With George directly with her fans, following intense online speculation. While on stage in Chicago during the first of a three-show stint of her Eternal Sunshine Tour, the 33-year-old took a few moments to speak to the crowd, saying Monday night: “The announcement that was made yesterday was not a reactive or impulsive thing. It is something that I had decided to plan … quietly, a long time ago.” 5:02 Influencer who rushed Ariana Grande gets kicked out of Lady Gaga concert ...
Harshad Chopda’s finale sacrifice for Shivangi Joshi sparks emotional showdown
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Harshad Chopda’s finale sacrifice for Shivangi Joshi sparks emotional showdown

Harshad Chopda and Shivangi Joshi's bond in Lock Upp took an emotional turn after the actor made a selfless sacrifice to keep his close friend in the game. In a dramatic finale-week twist, Harshad gave up his own chance to secure a place in the grand finale, choosing instead to protect Shivangi from elimination. The unexpected decision stunned fellow contestants and left viewers divided over whether it was an act of genuine friendship or an emotional gameplay strategy. Harshad Chopda gives up his finalist spot to Shivangi Joshi The high-stakes task offered contestants an opportunity to book a direct berth in the finale. As the challenge intensified, Harshad was presented with a difficult choice to fight for his own position or sacrifice his opportunity to save Shivangi. Without hesitation,...
Pamela Serena recalls feeling uncomfortable during fight with Ram Kapoor
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Pamela Serena recalls feeling uncomfortable during fight with Ram Kapoor

Akanksha Choudhary and Pamela Serena were evicted from Lock Upp 2 in a dual eviction. Before her eviction, Pamela got into an ugly fight with Varun (Laila) and Ram Kapoor. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, she opened up about Hina Khan calling her fake, Ram Kapoor making her uncomfortable, and her bond with Akanksha Chamola. Pamela on Hina and Uorfi Recalling her interaction with Hina Khan and Uorfi Javed during a special segment on the show, Pamela Serena said she was hurt by their reaction after she asked a question during a task. Source link
Ariana Grande pulls out of West End musical, to take break from public eye – National
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Ariana Grande pulls out of West End musical, to take break from public eye – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Ariana Grande has pulled out of an upcoming stage musical in London, producers said, and plans to withdraw from the public eye for a break from the intense scrutiny she faces. Grande had been due to star alongside her “Wicked” co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Sunday in the Park With George” at the Barbican theater in 2027.Empire Street Productions said Sunday that Grande will no longer be part of the London production. A representative for Grande told People magazine that the 33-year-old singer “will be taking a step back from visibility after she completes the Eternal Sunshine Tour.”“She looks forward to finishing the tour and ending it on a high note, both h...
Job Trafficking first look unveils Nimrit Kaur, Roshan Mathew in survival thriller
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Job Trafficking first look unveils Nimrit Kaur, Roshan Mathew in survival thriller

Prime Video has dropped the first look of its upcoming Hindi Original series Job Trafficking, giving viewers a glimpse into an intense survival drama centred around one of the world's fastest-growing cybercrime networks. Starring Nimrat Kaur, Roshan Mathew, Kavya Trehan and Pavan Malhotra, the eight-episode series promises a tense, emotionally charged story that explores the human cost of organised online scams. Inside the story The first look introduces a world where dreams of lucrative overseas jobs quickly turn into a nightmare. Through striking visuals and high-stakes moments, the first look hints at a story filled with danger, betrayal and desperate attempts to escape a system built on exploitation. Rather than focusing solely on the victims of online fraud, the series turns its atten...
Singer D4vd to stand trial in killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez – National
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Singer D4vd to stand trial in killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez – National

A judge ruled Monday that there is enough evidence to put singer D4vd on trial in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The 21-year-old singer, whose real name is David Burke, has been charged with murder in the killing of Rivas Hernandez, whose decomposed body was found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to him last year.Burke has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14 and unlawful mutilation of human remains in April and is being held without bond ahead of his trial. 5:39 Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old found in trunk, could face death penalty Los Angeles Judge ...
Tejasswi Prakash shuts down Playground 5 contestant over viral Salman Khan video
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Tejasswi Prakash shuts down Playground 5 contestant over viral Salman Khan video

Television actress Tejasswi Prakash gave a sharp response to a contestant on Playground Season 5 after he mocked an old viral video featuring her and Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. The exchange, which has now gone viral on social media, unfolded during one of the reality show's episodes and quickly caught viewers' attention. Tejasswi Prakash hits back at Aashish Bhatia The incident began when contestant Aashish Bhatia brought up Tejasswi's widely circulated Bigg Boss 15 clip with Salman Khan in an attempt to tease her. Mimicking the moment, he questioned why she had behaved that way and joked about the viral interaction. However, Tejasswi was in no mood to let the remark slide. Source link
Justin Baldoni’s Wayfarer Studios must pay New York Times $171K in damages – National
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Justin Baldoni’s Wayfarer Studios must pay New York Times $171K in damages – National

Justin Baldoni’s Wayfarer Studios was ordered to pay the New York Times more than US$171,000 in damages after a judge dismissed its defamation lawsuit against the newspaper for its coverage of Blake Lively’s allegations against Baldoni. In court documents, obtained by Entertainment Weekly and People, New York Supreme Court Justice Gerald Lebovits granted summary judgment in the newspaper’s favour and said that “NYT Co. is therefore entitled to a total amount in damages of $171,616.20.”In a statement to Global News, a spokesperson for the New York Times said, “We’re delighted by the court’s decision. The anti-SLAPP statute is designed to combat exactly these kinds of meritless suits brought to silence the press.” 4:48 ...
THESE five are reportedly top contenders for the trophy
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THESE five are reportedly top contenders for the trophy

With Alliance entering its final leg, buzz around the show's reported finalists has started gaining momentum. While Prime Video and the makers have not officially confirmed the contestants who have made it to the last stage of the competition, sources suggest that the race for the trophy may now be down to five of the season's strongest players. Top five contestants Kushal Tandon, Aly Goni, Mini Mathur, Ruhee Dosani and Zaid Darbar are believed to have secured places in the season's reported top five. Although an official announcement is still awaited, the names are currently being tipped as the frontrunners heading into the grand finale. Given the unpredictable nature of the reality show, however, viewers may have to wait for confirmation from the platform before taking the reports at fac...
Sam Smith confirms engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan – National
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Sam Smith confirms engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan – National

Sam Smith has revealed their engagement to fashion designer and longtime partner Christian Cowan. The Stay With Me singer confirmed the news to the New York Times, sharing that after the last three-plus years with Cowan, they have officially become a fiancé.News of Smith’s engagement comes less than a month before the Too Good At Goodbyes singer releases their fifth studio album, Hazel Eyes, on Aug. 21. 0:18 Sam Smith Says Therapy Changed Everything Creatively Smith told the newspaper that the title of the album is a tribute to their fiancé’s eye colour. Story continues below advertisement Smith also confirmed that the...