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Johnny Hardwick, renowned as the voice actor behind Dale Gribble on the enduring Fox animated sitcom "King of the Hill," has passed away. Hardwick wore multiple hats on the show, contributing as a writer and story editor during his extensive tenure, which spanned beyond 200 episodes.

Pankaj Tripathi says 'OMG 2' is an entertaining film with an important social message and revolves around issues faced by teenagers. The film was given an 'A' certificate by the censor board after a few modifications. Tripathi plays a Shiva devotee, whereas Akshay Kumar features in the role of a messenger of God.

Bollywood actor Prem Chopra recently opened up on the secret to Amitabh Bachchan's longevity in Bollywood, and how, despite being the most sought after leading man once, yesteryear superstar Rajesh Khanna faded away once his luck ran out. In an interview with Bollywood Thikana, Chopra was quizzed on his former colleagues. The ‘Bobby’ actor revealed that Bachchan was always punctual and professional.

Dulquer Salmaan on Thursday unveiled the trailer of his highly-anticipated movie 'King of Kotha', which sees the actor play an alcoholic gangster. 'King of Kotha' is a Malayalam period drama directed by debutant filmmaker Abhilash Joshiy. It is Salmaan's first release after the 2022 hit Telugu movie 'Sita Ramam'.

Neville Roy Singham and senior CPI(M) leader Prakash Karat are under the scanner of the ED as part of its money laundering probe against news portal NewsClick which is alleged to have received dubious funds from the businessman to spread Chinese propaganda, official sources said on Thursday. The federal financial investigation agency is also probing the alleged transfer of funds of about Rs 40 lakh from NewsClick to the family members of activist Teesta Setalvad, transfer of about Rs 72 lakh to journalist and author Paranjoy Guha Thakurta, some employees of NewsClick and few independent media persons over a period of time.

Abhishek Bachchan is leaving no stone unturned to promote his upcoming sports drama 'Ghoomer'. With just a week left for the theatrical release on August 18, the makers recently shared the trailer of the inspiring movie. The R Balki directorial is getting all the praise from fans, but an unexpected appreciation note came from billionaire businessman Anand Mahindra.

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Dulquer Salmaan, riding high on the success of his recent series 'Guns & Gulaabs', is eagerly awaiting the launch of his forthcoming cinematic endeavor, 'King Of Kotha'. Directed by Abhilash Joshiy, the much-anticipated film is poised to grace the silver screen on August 24th, and the actor himself has affirmed that it will be a spectacular Onam treat for his devoted audience. The unveiling of the long-awaited trailer for 'King Of Kotha' has set cinephiles abuzz with excitement.

Puma India has on-boarded budding actor Shanaya Kapoor as its new brand ambassador to deepen its connect with Gen Z consumers in the country. Shanaya will front PUMA’s athleisure and performance wear, taking the sports brand a step closer to its next generation of shoppers and boosting its commitment towards connecting with youth culture. “I have always been a daredevil.

Also read: Theatres get ready for an action-packed holiday weekend Another film trade analyst Sumit Kadel in a tweet on X also noted that the advance booking of the Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel starrer at B&C tier single screen is even bigger than advance booking of SRK's Pathaan. In a recent tweet on X, film trade analyst Sumit Kadel mentioned that the advance booking for "Gadar 2" has seen a significant increase at national chains. He predicted that the pre-sale ticket count at PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis could reach around 3-3.5 lakh tickets by the night of August 10.

₹19 crore in advance bookings, according to a report published by Sacnilk.com. In India alone, the film has earned ₹12.8 crore, while it has collected ₹6.64 crore by selling 37,000 tickets in the United States, said trade analyst Manobala Vijayan. Rajinikanth's much-awaited Jailer movie has hit the big screens today, August 10.

Jailer movie is now on the big screens today, August 10. The film marks the grand comeback of Rajinikanth after two years. Fans of superstar Rajinikanth were seen celebrating outside theatres across Chennai, on the release of his film 'Jailer'.

writers held their landmark strike in 2007-2008. But as he manned the picket lines Wednesday — the day the current strike hit its 100th day, matching the length of the previous one — he was keenly aware of all the history involved. «I got a residual check yesterday for a show I worked on, because people went on strike in 1960, before I was even born,» he said.

By Danielle Broadway and Dawn Chmielewski

By Dawn Chmielewski and Danielle Broadway

Doreen Mantle, renowned for her captivating roles in iconic shows, such as One Foot In The Grave, has passed away at the age of 97. Her agent confirmed that she peacefully departed in the comfort of her home. Mantle gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Jean Warboys, the endearingly vexing friend of Victor Meldrew's wife, in the beloved BBC comedy series. Her talent graced other prominent productions as well, including appearances in the BBC detective series Father Brown, the medical drama Doctors, and a notable role as Joy Fishwick in ITV's Coronation Street. Her versatile career encompassed an array of credits, with standout performances in My Family, Dirk Gently, Jam And Jerusalem, Doc Martin, Jonathan Creek and Yentl. In a testament to her skill, Mantle earned an esteemed Olivier Award in 1979 for her compelling contribution to Death Of A Salesman at the National Theatre. Additionally, Mantle's theatrical achievements extended to her one-woman show, My Truth and Reconciliation, and notable appearances in plays, such as 84 Charing Cross Road and Billy Liar. Her legacy lives on through her two sons, four grandchildren, and a cherished brother.

Cameron Diaz delighted fans with a rare public appearance as she graced Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Los Angeles this week. Diaz, best known for her iconic role in «There’s Something About Mary,» opted for a chic Barbie-pink button-down shirt paired with casual jeans for her night out. The star-studded event saw Diaz joined by fellow luminaries Tiffany Haddish and Zoe Saldana. The gathering proved to be a night to remember for Diaz and her celebrity companions. Tiffany Haddish, 43, took to Instagram to share a snapshot of the group, expressing her enthusiasm for the unforgettable night of music and dancing. «I had so much fun last night,» she gushed, giving thanks to Teva and Bauble Bar for the invitation. In a lighthearted video posted by Haddish, Diaz was captured asking the title of the Taylor Swift song that was playing at the moment. The «Charlie’s Angels» actor appeared engaged and excited, showing her genuine interest in the music being performed. Commenters on the post eagerly supplied the missing information, identifying the track as «No Body No Crime.» Diaz, 50, had been enjoying a quieter life away from the limelight following her retirement from acting almost a decade ago. However, she decided to briefly rekindle her Hollywood connections by joining Jamie Foxx's film «Back in Action.» Unfortunately, her return was marked by challenges as Foxx reportedly experienced a «meltdown» on set.

The Hollywood writers strike has reached the 100-day mark, matching the length of the landmark 2007-2008 strike

The United Nations’ human rights chief has warned that Iraq’s water crisis could affect other countries in the region

Sony’s profits between April and June slipped 17%, as worries grew about revenue damage from a strike in the movie sector

Hollywood on July 14, 2023, in support of the WGA strike that began in May 2023. As a result, Hollywood has come to a halt, with television shows, films and web series stopping pre-production, writing, production and post-production. Events and promotions have also been canceled since the strikes began. Many 2023 films and web series as also daily TV shows and soaps have been stopped and / or postponed to 2024.