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YouTube as part of its strategy to curb subscriber migration from linear TV to free digital streaming, sources familiar with the matter told ET. The company may implement this from May 1 but it has not yet taken a final decision, they added. This will be the second significant decision by the company, which was formed through the merger of Disney's Star India with Reliance Industries' Viacom18. The move follows the company's decision to place content behind a paywall on JioHotstar after offering premium content, including sports, for free for two years prior to the merger-a strategy that had impacted both pay-TV and subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) services.

"...We would all want Andaz Apna Apna 2. We have told Raj ji (director Rajkumar Santoshi) to work on the script. As soon as his script is ready, Salman and I would definitely want to work on it. I think audience would want to watch Andaz Apna Apna 2...Raj ji is working on the script," said the Bollywood star. Aamir will be seen next in «Sitaare Zameen Par», a sequel to his 2007 movie «Taare Zameen Par,» which marked his directorial debut and received critical acclaim. The actor revealed that «Sitaare Zameen Par», directed by RS Prasanna, will be released in June. «It's a thematic sequel. It is many steps ahead of 'Taare Zameen Par', which was about a special child who is struggling. Here in this film, 10 special people are the protagonists, and I'm the antagonist,» the actor said.

blood moon. As the Earth moves directly between the Sun and the Moon, it will cast a deep shadow, momentarily transforming our lunar companion into a stunning red sphere. This rare spectacle will be visible across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia.

Madhuri Dixit as a «second-grade star» who is «past her prime.» Jully made this statement during a discussion in the Rajasthan Assembly, where he questioned the benefits of the recent IIFA event held in the state. He criticised the government's spending, saying, «In the name of IIFA, over Rs 100 crore of public money was spent. If you saw the hoardings, it was only a promotion of IIFA and not of Rajasthan.» «What did Rajasthan get from IIFA? The stars who came for the event did not visit any tourist place in the state,» he added. Jully further questioned the calibre of celebrities who attended the event, stating, «And which big name from the industry appeared? Apart from Shah Rukh Khan, all others were second-grade stars. No other first-grade actor came.» When some members objected to his comments, Jully continued, «Now, Madhuri Dixit is a second-grade star, her prime has gone. She was a star in the times of her movies like 'Dil' and 'Beta'.»

Diwekar, who advises Bollywood star Kareena Kapoor Khan, suggests adding two simple yet effective ingredients to your lunch—ghee and chutney.

Horoscope for March 13, 2025: Are you ready for what the stars have in store for you today? March 13, 2025, brings powerful cosmic shifts, with a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo setting the stage for transformation in love, career, and health. Read on to discover how your zodiac sign will be affected!

Disney will not provide entry to most media outlets for the premiere of the Snow White live-action remake. Media access to the upcoming film premiere has been restricted to only photographers and an in-house crew, as per Variety. This comes after the movie's casting choices stirred conflicts. The political views of the lead star Rachel Zegler have also drawn criticism.

DGGI) has summoned celebrity and former partner of Pasco Motors Shalini Passi, citing short payment of tax by the firm. Passi, who starred in 'Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives' on Netflix recently, has been asked to record a statement and produce documents before goods and services tax authorities in Meerut on March 13. The summons, dated March 11, stated that the inquiry is deemed to be a judicial proceeding and that its non-compliance is a punishable offence.

Niantic Labs, the company behind the popular game Pokémon Go, is selling its video game division to Scopely, a mobile game developer owned by Saudi Arabia, for $3.5 billion. As part of the deal, Niantic is transferring ownership of several of its mobile gaming titles, including Pokémon Go, Monster Hunter Now, and Pikmin Bloom, to Scopely. Niantic has faced challenges trying to recreate the success of Pokémon Go with its other augmented reality (AR) games.

Bollywood superstar Govinda recently claimed that he was offered James Cameron's Hollywood blockbuster Avatar for Rs 18 crore. Now, veteran producer Pahlaj Nihalani recently weighed in on these allegations, addressing the controversy surrounding Avatar. In an interview, he cleared the air that he had once come up with a project titled Avatar which had absolutely no connection to Hollywood's namesake. One of the most intriguing aspects of Govinda’s career is his claim of being approached for Avatar, a film that went on to become a Hollywood blockbuster. In an interview with veteran actor Mukesh Khanna on his YouTube channel, Govinda recalled meeting James Cameron through a businessman in the US. He claimed that he suggested the title Avatar to Cameron and was offered Rs 18 crore for the role. However, he declined the project upon learning that the protagonist was handicapped, as he was unwilling to commit to the 410-day shoot.

Friends alum turned Apple TV+ powerhouse, is reportedly feeling the heat as Ellen Pompeo prepares to make her grand return to the small screen with Hulu’s Good American Family.

DY Patil Stadium will host ‘Legends Faceoff’, featuring former stars from Real Madrid and Barcelona. Among the names confirmed for the match are Luís Figo, Carles Puyol, Fernando Morientes, and Ricardo Quaresma. Figo, who won the Ballon d’Or in 2000, played for both clubs, securing multiple La Liga titles and the 2002 Champions League with Real Madrid. Puyol, a defensive stalwart, led Barcelona to six La Liga and three Champions League trophies, in addition to winning the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2008 with Spain. Morientes played a key role in Real Madrid’s success, winning three Champions League titles and representing Spain in two World Cups. Quaresma, a former Barcelona winger, was part of Portugal’s Euro 2016-winning squad and enjoyed domestic success in Portugal and Turkey. The players expressed their excitement ahead of the match. Figo said, “India, I know you love football, and I can’t wait to bring the magic to Mumbai. Let’s make this an unforgettable night!” Puyol shared similar enthusiasm, stating, “India, I’ve seen your passion for football from afar—now it’s time to witness it up close.” Morientes and Quaresma also looked forward to the event, with Morientes keen to “experience India’s football madness” and Quaresma eager to “finally experience” the energy of Indian fans.

Kartik Aaryan was recently trolled by actress-influencer Nora Fatehi for his seemingly extensive dating history. At an event, the ‘Dilbar’ hitmaker asked the ‘Bhool Bhulaiyya 2’ star playfully if he had dated everyone in the industry. The amusing moment unfolded at the IIFA 2025 when Aaryan took on the role of co-host alongside renowned filmmaker Karan Johar. During their segment, the duo left the stage and made their way toward Nora Fatehi, who was seated in the front row. Karan initiated the lighthearted exchange by posing a question, «Would you like to travel to London with a first-class ticket?» Nora quipped back wryly, «Am I traveling with you?» Karan promptly clarified, «I was referring to Kartik.»

Jasprit Bumrah had his surgery could be a career-ender and added that in future, he would not like to see him play more than two Test matches in one go, ESPNCricinfo reported. Bumrah has been nursing a lower back injury, which ruled him out of India's famous run to Champions Trophy victory on Sunday. The bowler who has been branded as a «national treasure» by star batter Virat Kohli, fought a lone battle for India during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, taking 32 wickets in five matches, before breaking down in the final Test match at Sydney earlier this year in January, suffering what turned out to be a stress-related injury. He has not played any competitive cricket since then and also missed India's victorious ICC Champions Trophy campaign. Bumrah is completing his rehab at Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru and there is no clarity over his availability for Mumbai Indians (MI) during the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) starting from March 22 onwards. Bumrah has not suffered a back injury for the first time, as he had surgery for it in March 2023. Bond, who worked with MI in the past as a bowling coach and is currently Rajasthan Royals' bowling coach, said that Bumrah's workload needs careful management to avoid another injury. Bond is also notably known for having a back-injury-affected career himself. He played just 120 matches and picked 259 scalps for Kiwis from 2001-10. Like Bumrah, he had his first back surgery at 29. Despite his persistent injuries, Bond played till the age of 34, first retiring from Tests, then from all formats within less than six months.

macroeconomic stability, highlighting the country’s policy certainty and structural improvements over the past three decades. At the same time, he sees significant potential in Vietnam’s rapidly evolving economy, making it a compelling investment destination for long-term growth.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Chagos is one of the world’s longest-running unresolved issues of decolonization, whose return to Mauritius has been championed by India for decades. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Mauritius this week can help see the campaign to its logical conclusion.

Airtel partners Eutelsat OneWeb for satellite broadband, but the European competitor to Starlink uses a different satellite constellation that makes its services more expensive. Both services are way more expensive than terrestrial broadband services Airtel and competitor Reliance Jio offer in dense urban clusters. Yet, around 40% of Indians don't have internet access.

Aamir Khan is in the mood to spill the beans about Bollywood losing the box-office game to the South. In a conversation with veteran lyricist-screenwriter Javed Akhtar, the ‘3 Idiots’ star shared his insights on where Bollywood is lagging behind South. In the interview, Akhtar lamented how Bollywood is struggling at the box-office and films with South stars who are relatively unknown among Hindi-speaking audiences are dominating the box-office. “The [Hindi] films have lost all connectivity with the audience. Dubbed South Indian films, featuring stars who are unknown to audiences here in North India, are releasing and doing Rs 600-700 crore business. Even the few of our films that end up working are also directed by people from the South. What happened to our people?” wondered the ‘Sholay’ screenwriter. The superstar argued that it’s not a North vs. South problem and that Bollywood actors and producers are ill-equipped to deal with the OTT storm. “Please come and consume our product (film). If you don’t, we’ll come and drop it off at your doorstep in eight weeks (through OTT platforms). This is our business model," he explained.

Malayalam cinema takes the spotlight with Oru Jaathi Jathakam, a romantic comedy starring Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Rekhachithram, a gripping mystery thriller led by Asif Ali. Telugu audiences can dive into Ramam Raghavam, an intense drama exploring family conflicts. Meanwhile, Ponman offers a dark comedy twist on financial struggles. For food lovers, Chef Mantra Season 2 returns with celebrity culinary battles, adding a flavorful touch to the week’s entertainment lineup.

Holi sales, offering discounts on domestic and international flights. Akasa Air, IndiGo, and Star Air have all introduced limited-time fare reductions, making air travel more affordable for passengers planning trips around the festive season. Akasa Air has announced discounted fares across its network, with all-inclusive one-way domestic tickets starting from ₹1,499. Customers can also avail up to 15% off on Saver and Flexi base fares for both domestic and international routes by using the promo code HOLI15. Additionally, the airline is offering a flat 15% discount on seat selection for all flights. The sale is applicable for bookings made between March 10 and March 13, 2025, for travel starting March 17, 2025. It covers non-stop and connecting flights across Akasa Air’s network, with a requirement of at least seven days’ advance booking.