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FX’s Shōgun is easily the best television show of the year so far. The tale of feudal Japanese politics and warfare in the 17th century, which gets complicated after the arrival of an English sailor, is simultaneously epic and intimate. Also read | Shōgun creators on the need for adapting the book for this generation: ‘Where have we gotten it so wrong over the years’ Shōgun: Get to know everything about the series based on the James Clavell novel. The premiseBased on James Clavell’s 1975 bestseller of the same name, Shōgun tells the story of Lord Toranaga, an enigmatic Japanese leader struggling to keep the peace against a council of regents who fear his power, while also navigating the spread of Christianity by way of Portuguese missionaries. His efforts are confounded by the sud...

Ajay Devgn, known for his larger-than-life on-screen persona rarely expresses himself in public life. However, the actor took to his social media handles on Saturday, April 20, as he wished his daughter Nysa on her birthday. Ajay penned a heartfelt note as Nysa turned 21. (Also read: Happy birthday Nysa Devgan: Kajol shares 3 new pics of 'darling' daughter as she turns 21) Ajay Devgn wished his daughter Nysa Devgan on her 21st birthday. Ajay Devgn shares emotional post for NysaThe Maidaan actor took to his Instagram and Twitter handles and posted a picture with his daughter. Ajay is seen in a black t-shirt paired with matching jeans. While Nysa wore a red gown in the cute photo with her father. The actor captioned his post as, “Happy Birthday, My Little Girl always! (birthday hat ...

He’s played some suave and edgy characters on screen, be it His Storyy, Ishq-e-Nadaan, or Ishq Next Door (2023). And when it comes to real life, Mrinal Dutt is someone who is always on and always up for a good time — a quintessential Karol Bagh wala Dilli ka launda! The Swatantrya Veer Savarkar actor took HT City on a short tour of his neighbourhood, spilling the beans on his favourite food joints, shopping haunts and college days. Actor Mrinal Dutt, whose family home is in Karol Bagh, visits the bustling market for a dose of nostalgia.(Photo: Dhruv Sethi/HT) 'The nostalgia for kulfi and sweets hits hard'"The kulfi here is legendary! We used to play cricket in the ground nearby and come straight here and have kulfi for free! I have grown up with the owner’s son☺— and so now my fri...

Actor Imran Khan is genuinely considering making an acting comeback, but has not found the right project yet. In a new interview with Film Companion, Imran revealed that a spy series with Disney+ Hotstar was in the works but it got canned, something that he is actually glad about. (Also read: Imran Khan recalls unusual encounter with a fan in London, who asked him to park her car) Imran Khan is looking for a project to make his comeback with. The shelved spy seriesFilmmaker Abbas Tyrewala was making the series, but the project was discarded after Hotstar's Jio takeover last year. When host Anupama Chopra said that she wanted to watch the series, Imran said, “All things said and done, I am kind of glad that ended up not coming together.” When asked why, Imran took a big sigh and sa...

OTT releases this week: This week, the streaming platforms will offer a bunch of servings, from theatrical hits to new shows. There's a fresh dose for everyone, whether you love Bollywood, Hollywood, or long-form content. (Also Read – Article 370 movie review: Yami Gautam, Priyamani steal the show in this impactful, engaging tale) OTT releases this week: Yami Gautam's Article 370 and Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two are among the major releases Article 370 - Jio CinemaYami Gautam portrays the role of an intelligence officer in the film, which is directed by National Award-winning Aditya Suhas Jambhale. The film, also starring Priyamani, is based on the abrogation of Article 370 of the Indian Constitution that concerns Jammu & Kashmir. Produced by Jyoti Deshpande, Aditya Dhar ...

This week, we have a thrilling dystopian adventure, a wild exploration of modern love, a humorous take on marital woes, and a heart-warming animated tale – all set to hit the silver screen. So, grab your popcorn, pick your poison, and get ready for a cinematic journey that will leave you wanting more! Kirsten Dunst and Wagner Moura in Civil War. Civil War HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! Civil War paints a vivid picture of a future dystopian America shattered by conflict, where a courageous team of journalists embark on a perilous journey to reach Washington D.C. before rebel forces seize the White House. Led by an intrepid wartime photojournalist (Kirsten Dunst), they navigate through a landscape ravaged by the autho...

When actor Apoorva Arora recently visited Delhi, she didn’t just indulge in the pleasures of home; she also delved into its rich history. Making a pit stop at Pir Ghaib — which got its name after a saint who had made the place, his home, vanished into thin air — in Kamla Nehru Ridge, near North Campus, she expresses her excitement, saying, “Just being here and knowing that it’s built by Feroz Shah is making me feel quite excited. I’ve heard that whichever monument has been built or renovated by Shah is considered haunted. The story of this place is also so cool; it might give people goosebumps, but for me, it generates a feeling of just being home.” Actor Apoorva Arora visited Pir Ghaib in Kamla Nehru Ridge to mark World Heritage Day.(Photo: Manoj Verma/HT) I have a lot of inter...

One of the most well-known Indian cricketers right now, KL Rahul, celebrated his 32nd birthday on April 18. He is married to actor Athiya Shetty. To celebrate his birthday, Athiya's father, actor Suniel Shetty, dropped a cute picture of himself, son Ahan Shetty and son-in-law KL Rahul. Also read | Athiya Shetty, KL Rahul not expecting their first baby: Source Suniel Shetty shared a photo with Ahan Shetty and KL Rahul on the cricketer's birthday. Suniel Shetty wishes KL Rahul on birthdayHe took to Instagram on Thursday to share his sweet birthday post for the cricketer. Along with a picture of the trio looking up at the ceiling together, seemingly watching something on a screen, Suniel wrote in his caption, “They say it’s not what we have in life, but who we have in our life that m...

The trailer of Lara Dutta and Jimmy Shergill-starrer Ranneeti: Balakot & Beyond has been unveiled. Inspired by real life events that shook the nation, the show will take viewers behind the scenes of India's largest defence operation, JioCinema said in a press release. (Also read: The Broken News 2 trailer: Sonali Bendre, Jaideep Ahlawat, Shriya Pilgaonkar's show exposes newsroom battles. Watch) Ranneeti-Balakot & Beyond trailer: Lara Dutta, Jimmy Shergill and Ashish Vidyarthi in a still from the series. As per the makers, the web series "decodes the modern warfare that isn't simply fought on physical borders but transcends to the domain of social media, digital tactics and covert political moves that have the power to reshape geo-politics." HT launches Crick-it, a one stop...

Ice cream brand Kwality Walls Cornetto has shared a new ad featuring brand ambassador Alia Bhatt with Siddhant Chaturvedi. The couple, who starred together in Gully Boy but did not share any scenes together, have a sizzling chemistry in the new ad. (Also read: Alia Bhatt is called ‘international star’ as she features on Time's 100 Most Influential list) Siddhant Chaturvedi and Alia Bhatt in the ad for Cornetto. The warm chemistryThe ad shows Alia and Siddhant as wall of death daredevils. He eyes her Cornetto but she challenges him to a stunt. They share a few laughs, flirt with their eyes and feast on the ice cream. Watch the ad here: HT launches Crick-it, a one stop destination to catch Cricket, anytime, anywhere. Explore now! Fans were surprised by how ‘sexy’ the ad looked. “...