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Kiccha Sudeep in the lead role, has finally arrived in theatres across the country. Its release, timed perfectly with the Christmas festivities, has added to the excitement surrounding the film. Directed by Vijay Karthikeyaa, the movie features an impressive ensemble cast, with Varalaxmi Sarathkumar taking on the female lead role. Samyukta Hornad and Sukrutha Wagle are joining her, alongside seasoned actors such as Sunil, Sharath Lohithaswa, and Aadukalam Naren, delivering strong performances.

Varun Dhawan’s Baby John hit the theatres on December 25. The Twitter reviews are out as fans flock to the cinema halls to catch the action thriller on the silver screens. Movie critic, Taran Adarsh has called the film, “Mass Masala” and gave it a three-and-a-half star rating. One Twitter user hailed Varun Dhawan’s performance while for many, it was Salman Khan’s cameo that stole the show for them. A Twitter user shared their excitement about Salman Khan's cameo in Baby John, praising it as a masterclass in how to do a star-studded appearance. They enthusiastically mentioned that Bollywood should take notes emphasizing that it was totally worth the money. The user even stated that they came to the movie solely to witness Salman Khan's performance, highlighting how impactful and entertaining his cameo was.

NFRA) has imposed a fine of Rs 2 crore on Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP as well as penalties on two chartered accountants for lapses in auditing of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd during 2018-19 and 2019-20 financial years. Along with slapping a fine of Rs 10 lakh, A B Jani has been barred from taking up any audit work for 5 years while the fine is Rs 5 lakh on Rakesh Sharma and the debarment period is 3 years.

David Nemecek and Scott Greenberg spent countless hours across the table from each other this year, battling over the fine print buried deep in junk-rated companies' debt documents. Kirkland & Ellis's Nemecek was representing companies in distress. Greenberg, from rival law firm Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, was on the other side, banding together investors owed billions of dollars to form so-called cooperation groups and fighting attempts to short-change them in a turnaround.

The surge of web series like 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' and 'Mirzapur 3', among others, has captivated audiences, keeping them engrossed on their screens. These innovative narratives paired with exceptional performances have left viewers craving more. As we step into 2025, an exciting lineup of web shows promises to be just as riveting, entertaining, and binge-worthy. Here’s a glimpse of some highly anticipated titles:

«I don't want a lot for Christmas / There is just one thing I need / An answer to just one question / An estimate of Mariah Carey's song royalties, please?»

Jennifer Lopez was involved in Diddy's $400 million sexual assault case against a male prisoner. According to In Touch, the male prisoner who is suing Diddy for alleged sexual assault in 1997 disclosed that he intends to call Jennifer Lopez, the entertainer's ex-girlfriend, as a witness in the case. In recent court filings that In Touch was able to obtain, Derrick Lee Cardello-Smith, filed a lawsuit against Diddy alleging the mogul had beaten him at a Detroit Holiday Inn named Jennifer, as quoted in a report by In Touch. Derrick, who is presently a prisoner at the Michigan Department of Corrections, stated that he intends to provide testimony regarding the case's facts by calling Jennifer Lynn Lopez, aka Jenny from the Block.

The Philadelphia 76ers have won city council approval for a $1.3 billion downtown arena despite vocal opposition from nearby residents

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. It's not every day that you get to see or interact in person with Bollywood superstar andKaun Banega Crorepati anchor Amitabh Bachchan. But if you visit the Juhu branch of IDFC FIRST Bank in Mumbai, you can engage with an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered holographic avatar of the veteran actor, who is the bank's brand ambassador.

Smasher Sports, backed by global investment firm Terra Invest and former Wimbledon tennis player Ashok Amritraj-backed Hyde Park Entertainment, has acquired the Delhi Franchise of the World Pickleball League (WPBL), the company said on Wednesday. “The investment underscores the league’s potential to transform the country’s sports entertainment landscape,” the statement said. The WPBL features six teams and is affiliated with the All India Pickleball Association (AIPA).

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. After Sony Pictures Networks India’s $10-billion merger with Zee Entertainment fell apart earlier this year, the network’s new managing director and CEO, Gaurav Banerjee, is rolling out a bold strategy to reset operations. Banerjee, known for his sharp programming instincts, has zeroed in on three priorities—reviving Sony Entertainment Television (SET), ramping up premium live sports, and driving subscriptions on SonyLIV.

“Bluey” is heading to the big screen

Dish TV India has collaborated with UK-based C21 Media to launch a trade event, Content India, aimed at positioning India as a global content powerhouse. Scheduled for April 1-3, 2025, the three-day summit will lay the groundwork for the comprehensive Content India 2026 event. Modeled on the globally successful formats of C21 Media’s Content London and Content Americas, the event will integrate a marketplace, conferences, and networking opportunities to connect creators, producers, distributors, platforms, and channels. Dish TV India, a leading content aggregator and distributor, aims to establish Content India as a pivotal platform to showcase Indian content globally while attracting international players to explore opportunities within India.

Jay-Z entered the music industry and used a few business ventures to build his billion-dollar empire. Forbes estimates that the Renegade rapper, whose real name is Shawn Carter, will be worth $2.5 billion by 2024, making him the first billionaire in hip-hop, as quoted in a report by Fox News. It's unclear if the claims that Jay-Z raped a child with Sean Diddy Combs following the 2000 MTV VMAs will have an impact on any of his multiple lucrative endeavours, which include collaborations with the NFL, a music streaming service, and an international entertainment agency.

Lionel Messi’s animated series is set to entertain young viewers globally. Titled Messi and the Giants, the series blends adventure with creativity and will be available on Disney platforms.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Hollywood has been defying box-office gravity this holiday season, thanks in large part to “Wicked," the movie version of the long-running Broadway musical. The film grossed more than $450 million worldwide in its first three weeks of release.

ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million toward Donald Trump’s presidential library to settle a defamation lawsuit over anchor George Stephanopoulos' inaccurate on-air assertion that the president-elect had been found civilly liable for raping writer E

The third T20I of the series was a dead rubber courtesy of South Africa securing convincing victories in the first two games. Fans turned up in huge numbers at The Wanderers Stadium looking for some entertainment in the weekend. However, the match was initially delayed by lightning strikes, and then a steady drizzle came in to delay the proceedings.

Manchester United versus Manchester City is scheduled to kick off at 11.30 am (ET). Manchester and Manchester City's Premier League's match will be live telecast on USA Network or Telemundo. Manchester versus Manchester City will be live streamed on NBCSports.com and FuboTV which offers free trial.