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When a project creates an impact, you’d expect everyone to be thrilled and eagerly waiting to dive right into another season. However, in a chat with mid-day, Karan Tacker — who has recently starred in Amazon MX Player’s Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery — admits he is actually terrified that the horror biopic, based on Abhirup Dhar’s book Ghost Hunter Gaurav Tiwari: The Life and Legacy of India’s Foremost Paranormal Investigator, might be renewed for another season. After laughing it off (but only slightly), he tells us why the show ranks among the bravest decisions of his career and his eerie brushes with the paranormal. Excerpts from the interview: Before the show, did you know about Tiwari?No, I actually didn’t. So when this show was offered to me, I did exactly what [anyone would] do ...

Are comedians actually artificial intelligence in human form? Once more, Sunil Grover is causing a stir by perfectly capturing the appearance and demeanor of Aamir Khan. Grover, who is well-known for his accurate portrayals of Shah Rukh and Salman Khan, has once again won over admirers with his amazing ability to imitate Bollywood`s meticulous superstar, proof that imitation truly is the purest form of flattery! Sunil Grover transforms into Aamir Khan Sunil appeared as Aamir in a recent episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show. He entered sporting red slacks and a printed kurta. He wore glasses and a hairband. At one point, admirers thought Sunil was Aamir because of how much he resembled him. He then asked guest Kartik Aaryan in jest about Aamir`s marriage. He asked, `Shaadi hogayi tumhar...

Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp, who has been in the career as a child actor for nearly a decade, believes child actors need therapy, as he calls it an “abnormal life.” The actor recently revealed that after thinking he didn’t need it as a “happy-go-lucky kid,” he’s since gone to therapy, which he agrees with singer-actress Ariana Grande that it should be mandatory for children in their line of work, reports deadline.com. “It’s hard to grow up in the public eye. You don’t know yourself, you haven’t figured anything out, and now you’re expected to know everything and have all the answers,” Schnapp told USA Today. Schnapp added, “I was constantly saying the wrong things or being embarrassed by not taking certain things seriously that I should’ve, and then that lives on forever. People g...

This story has brief descriptions of Brigitte Bardot’s suicide attempts that may be disturbing for some readers. Discretion is advised.  Brigitte Bardot, the French 1960s sex symbol who became one of the greatest screen sirens of the 20th century and later a militant animal rights activist and far-right supporter, has died. She was 91.Bardot died Sunday at her home in southern France, according to Bruno Jacquelin, of the Brigitte Bardot Foundation for the protection of animals. Speaking to The Associated Press, he gave no cause of death, and said that no arrangements had been made for funeral or memorial services. She had been hospitalized last month.Bardot became an international celebrity as a sexualized teen bride in the 1956 movie “And God Created Woman.” Directed by then husband Roger...

Actress Mouni Roy recently went on a trek, and was petrified as she heard the roar of a leopard while she was strutting around. On Saturday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a series of pictures from her trek. She also penned a long note in the caption as she shared her experience of being in nature`s lap. She wrote in the caption, "Went trekking today in the jungle. Walked up and downhill, through waterfalls, heard a leopard roar & ran for our lives. Happy holidays everyone".           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by mon (@imouniroy) Earlier, the actress enjoyed a home-cooked Bengali feast after a long time. Taking to the Stories section of her Instagram, the actress upl...

Volume 2 of Stranger Things Season 5 marks the final outing for the beloved series created by the Duffer Brothers. The episodes of Volume 2 dropped on Netflix India on 25th December, creating quite the frenzy among fans, who have waited a decade to see the final showdown and discover answers to key mysteries. Actor Jamie Campbell Bower, who plays Vecna in the show, discusses his inspiration for his role. Bower reveals that he pulled inspiration from Dracula and other gothic vampire imagery when creating his version of the character in the past, but he had more specific references for the last two seasons, such as Fred Rogers of Mister Rogers` Neighborhood. Characters who inspired Jamie Campbell Bower`s portrayal of Vecna "I used The Shining, so the Kubrick-ian stare was obviously someth...

In a month, Netflix will drop Part 1 of the much-awaited Bridgerton Season 4. The new season will focus on Benedict Bridgerton’s love story with a mysterious woman he meets during one of the many lavish events held in the ton. The recently released trailer offers a glimpse into the enigmatic lady who has completely captured Benedict’s attention. Bridgerton Season 4 trailer The first instalment of Bridgerton Season 4, premiering on January 29, charts Benedict’s glittering meet-cute with the enchanting Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), ushering in an epic romance unlike anything seen before in the series. In the upcoming episodes, Benedict is captivated by the Lady in Silver, whom he meets at his mother Lady Violet Bridgerton’s (Ruth Gemmell) highly anticipated masquerade ball. The moment Benedict ...

Over the weekend, online personality Jake Paul and “manosphere” social media personality Andrew Tate each suffered high-profile losses in separate boxing bouts. Pro boxer Anthony Joshua knocked out Paul in Round 6 on Friday night at the Kaseya Center in Miami, breaking the YouTuber’s jaw in the process.The following night, Tate faced off against Netflix star and influencer Chase DeMoor for Tate’s professional boxing debut in Dubai.Here’s what happened in both boxing matches.Jake Paul reports double broken jaw after KO loss to Anthony Joshua US boxer and influencer Jake Paul (L) and British boxer Anthony Joshua fight in a non-title heavyweight bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida on December 19, 2025. Giorgio VIERA / AFP via Getty I...

A fundamental transformation is occurring in the streaming ecosystem, a creative shift that is changing how stories are imagined across South Indian OTT.  We are entering a narrative era where technology no longer functions merely as context or convenience. Emotional conflict is now shaped not just by relationships or morality, but also by algorithms, digital exposure, data-led certainty, and the psychological weight of being constantly watched or measured. This new narrative territory, best described as Emotion-Tech storytelling, signals a decisive move beyond traditional genres. It merges technological presence with emotional storytelling, creating narratives that reflect the emotional complexity technology introduces into daily life. Technology as emotional infrastructure What makes ...

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Barry Manilow revealed that he is recovering after catching a “cancerous spot” on his lung. The 82-year-old singer shared a statement to Instagram on Monday, announcing that he will have to postpone his current farewell tour.The Copacabana singer said that he will need to take a break because he will need to undergo surgery to remove the “cancerous spot.”“We just finished five great Christmas concerts at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert. This marks the seventh time we have done these charity concerts and raised millions for nonprofit organizations throughout the Coachella Valley,” he began. “Thanks to everyone who bought tickets and celebrated these wonderful charities.“As many of you k...