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₹34 billion by 2026, from ₹19 billion in 2023, as businesses increasingly turn to social-media influencers to drive sales and deepen brand connect, a recent Ficci EY report said. While Instagram and YouTube are the platforms of choice, smaller platforms such as Snapchat will also increasingly be used to reach out to niche audiences.

Zendaya's latest cinematic venture, Challengers, has surged past the $50 million mark globally, captivating audiences with its gripping narrative and stellar performances. While enthusiasts eagerly anticipate dissecting the movie's climactic ending, many are left wondering when they can enjoy the cinematic experience from the comfort of their homes. Exclusive Theatrical Release

HAIKYU!!! The Dumpster Battle, a thrilling addition to the popular anime series, is now gracing North American theaters. Starting May 31, fans can immerse themselves in the world of competitive volleyball as depicted in this cinematic marvel. Distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures, tickets for this release are already available for purchase. The film will be presented with both Japanese and English subtitles, as well as an English dub, catering to a wide audience of enthusiasts. HAIKYU!!! The Dumpster Battle promises to deliver a satisfying conclusion to the series, which has captivated fans for years. Unlike some long-running anime like One Piece, which seem to have no end in sight, HAIKYU!!! is set to provide closure. After the final episodes of the anime aired in 2020, it was decided that the story would wrap up in the form of two movies. The first, Decisive Battle At the Garbage Dump, premiered in February 2024 in Japan, with The Dumpster Battle serving as the grand finale.

Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao's much-anticipated film 'Srikanth' released in theaters on Friday, marking a decent start at the Indian box office on its first day. Fans and critics alike have lauded Rajkummar's performance, with many calling it an 'award-winning' portrayal. According to early estimates from Sacnilk.com, the film has grossed over Rs 2.25 crore in India on its opening day.

Netflix has announced the renewal of the Australian coming-of-age comedy-drama 'Heartbreak High' for its third and final season. The show, a reboot of the 1994 series, has garnered a loyal following since its release, with its last season leaving viewers on a dramatic cliffhanger. Renewal

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday said his party too has made mistakes and will have to change its politics in future. The remark came at an event in Lucknow where he accused Narendra Modi of being a monarch and not a prime minister, calling him a front for «two-three financiers.» Answering a question from a member of the audience at the event on the Constitution, the former Congress president said he was «100 per cent» prepared to take on Narendra Modi in a debate, but he knew that the prime minister will not agree. «The Congress party will also have to change its politics in the coming times. This will have to be done. I also want to say that the Congress party has also made mistakes and I am saying this while being from the Congress party,» he said in his speech.

Harsh Goenka, known for his engaging posts on social media platform X, recently delighted his followers with a trip down memory lane. He shared a throwback photograph featuring himself alongside Mukesh Ambani and Anand Mahindra, a moment that has quickly become iconic in the eyes of many. The image captured a heartwarming moment shared between the three business tyconns, evoking sentiments of friendship and camaraderie.

Sabarmati Report, Jahangir National University and Pratinidhi 2 have been withheld. Since their themes seem no different from the kind of fare that has already been allowed, this bit of censorship has become a talking point in entertainment circles.

Biden administration's top diplomat in New Delhi on Thursday dismissed concerns being raised in certain quarters about democracy in India and observed that in many ways Indians are better than the Americans. At an event organised here by the Council on Foreign Relations, a top American think-tank, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti told the audience he was confident that «10 years from now India is going to be a vibrant democracy as it is today in terms of free and fair elections». «Again there's things that probably are worse and there's things that are better. They have a law, you can't go more than two kilometers to vote. So there''ll be one guy who lives in the mountains as a monk (at) someplace. They will walk for two days to bring the voting machine, execute the vote,» he said, responding to a question expressing concerns over the status of democracy in India.

Ujiarpur (Bihar): Just a day before his fate was to be sealed in EVM machines in Gujarat, home minister Amit Shah was busy in Bihar, campaigning for his deputy Nityanand Rai, a man he calls his «jigaree dost» (close friend). Rai, minister of state for home and BJP's most prominent face in Bihar, is looking for his third straight win from Ujiarpur, which will go to poll in the fourth phase on May 13. He is taking on RJD's Alok Kumar Mehta who was elected to the Lok Sabha from this seat in 2004 but was defeated by Rai in 2014. «You make him MP...I assure you I will make him a big man,» Shah exhorted a massive audience at a rally here on Monday.

NEW DELHI : If the makers of The Sabarmati Report, Jahangir National University, and Hum Do Hamare Baarah were hoping to ride the pre-election fervour, they were in for a disappointment. Not because of the boxoffice failures that have befallen other recent so-called nationalist movies, but because of delays by the censor board.

Also read: Investors may find Dennis Woodside a better chief for Freshworks The Q1 FY24 results show 3% rise in revenues QoQ and losses had dropped to $23 mn versus losses of $28 mn in Q4FY23. The current guidance is that 2024 revenue will hit the band between $695 million to $705 million, with year-on-year growth of 17-18%, slightly lower than the 18-19% revenue growth the company had projected in February. Non-GAAP operating profit jumped to $21.8 million in Q1FY24 from $3.9 million in the year-ago period.

Among the standout crypto stories, BlockDAG is shining, a project that has captured the imagination of massive online audiences, particularly through the energetic promotions by Famous influencers like Luxe Crypto. Luxe’s recent coverage has been crucial in driving attention to BlockDAG, especially with his optimistic forecast that the coin could reach $50 by 2025.  The project is currently in the tenth batch of its presale, with an attractively low coin price of just $0.006, suggesting a bold future. Meanwhile, Stacks (STX) and THORchain (RUNE) have shown volatility. Stacks have dipped below the $2 mark, hinting at further decreases, while THORChain, despite recent price fluctuations, continues to show bullish indicators for potential growth.

Sourabh Chandrakar advises real estate professionals to track key metrics and make data-driven adjustments to maximize their effectiveness. In conclusion, social media presents a wealth of opportunities for real estate professionals to market their listings, engage with clients, and grow their businesses.

West Indies this time around and the marquee event kicks off on June 2 with the opening match between the USA and Canada. Disney+ Hotstar India Head Sajith Sivanandan, while commenting on the issue stated, “By offering the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 for free on mobile, we aim to make the game of cricket more accessible, reach a wider audience across the country and ensure that none of the sporting action is missed.

Djimon Hounsou and Kodi Smit-McPhee are set to star in 'The Zealot,' a thriller that promises intense performances and gripping suspense. The film, based on Bennett Fisher's play 'Damascus,' will be directed by Vadim Perelman, known for his work on 'House of Sand and Fog' and 'The Life Before Her Eyes.' Fisher will also pen the screenplay for the adaptation.

Imtiaz Ali recently shed light on the dynamics surrounding the breakup of actors Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor during the filming of their beloved romantic-comedy, 'Jab We Met'. In a candid interview with Galatta India, Imtiaz clarified that the personal upheavals between Shahid and Kareena had no bearing on the production of the film.

In the vibrant landscape of Solana meme coins, a promising newcomer has arrived — Penguiana . Inspired by the charming antics of penguins has launched its token presale and is quickly becoming a hot topic in the Solana community, Raising over 500 SOL in just a matter of hours.

The new Bitcoin rival, Mollars (MOLLARS), continues to gain ground before its official listing on public crypto exchanges.      A second crypto exchange, “ LBank ,” announced Monday that it will list the new store-of-value crypto asset after the token presale closes.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said on Monday. She also attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his language on the campaign trail. Addressing party workers in the Rae Bareli constituency, the Congress general secretary said, "Mahatma Gandhi, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru undertook movements so that the people's rights could be strengthened.

Real estate and equity have long been the primary avenues for investment. Recently, real estate is experiencing an upturn due to economic growth and rapid urbanisation. Traditionally, the realm of real estate investment for retail investors has been limited to residential properties or small commercial spaces, such as individual shops.