LORDE CONTINUES TO LEAD BILLBOARD CHARTS

After a gap of a few years, New-Zealand singer and songwriter Lorde has entered back into with the release of her two new singles- Greenlight and Liability. The singer recently performed the two numbers at Saturday Night live and has already gained success worldwide with the two hits.  As we await for the release of the new album, her singles continue to gain higher numbers on the charts. A few hours after release, Lorde's 'Liability' launched to No. 1 on ‘Billboard + Twitter Trending 140 Chart’ The unique music chart measures real-time acceleration of conversation around artists and their music on social media site-Twitter.

On release of her first single- “Green Light”, the track also led the Trending 140 chart after its release on March 3rd. The song debuted at No. 100 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart dated March 18 and is currently on No 19 on the chart.

The song Liability is inspired by incidents in her life. It is the second release from her forthcoming album- Melodrama. As the album is set to release on the 16th of June, later this year we can only wait and see what’s next from the singer!

Sayani Gupta first look from Jagga Jasoos

The versatile actress Sayani Gupta has always surprised fans with her acting skills and is someone who keeps experimenting with her looks. Sayani Gupta marked her presence in the industry by playing the role of a Kalki's love interest in 2015 film ‘Margarita with a Straw’ where she also played the character of a social activist with a more subtle Indian look. Sayani was last seen in Jolly LLB 2 in which the audiences saw her in a deglamorized avatar of a pregnant woman fighting against injustice. Last year too in Baar Baar Dekho she played the character who is funky, quirky and a modern girl. Sayani Gupta is at it again to surprise her fans one more time, she will be seen in soon to be released movie Jagga Jasoos as a 14-year school girl. Yes, you heard it right; she will be donning the cap of a 14-year school girl yet again experimenting with her looks. In the first look of her character, she is seen sporting short hair, with two pony tails, her outfit is knee length skirt clubbed with sweater and shirt and for footwear she is wearing floaters on socks. The actress has a penchant to keep surprising her audience with her looks and exploring all the dimensions of performances.

Vidya Balan recreates Munnabhai MBBS on The Kapil Sharma Show

Vidya Balan was in for a big surprise as she visited the set of The Kapil Sharma Show. The actor apart from enjoying each and every gag on Indian television’s biggest comedy show, also met Sanju Baba. However this Sanju Baba is not the real one but as good as him with his phenomenal mimicry skill. Dr. Sanket Bhosale alias Sanju Baba with his hilarious body language and comic timing had everyone present on set in splits. So much so that Vidya hugged him and mentioned that he was too good as Sanju Baba.

A source from the set informs, “After Sanket Bhosle’s act, Vidya and the team of The Kapil Sharma Show called him on stage once again. This was the time when Vidya and Sanket aka Sanju Baba recreated a magical moment from the superhit film, Munnabhai MBSS. Vidya and Sanket improptly started grooving to the tunes of the song Pal Pal Pal from the movie and the crew cheered for them at the top of their voice.”

Vidya went on to express her feelings for Sanjay Dutt and mentioned that he is one of the most adorable people she has met in the film industry and thanked Dr. Sanket Bhosle aka Baba for the hilarious and phenomenal act.

Watch Sony Entertainment Television’s The Kapil Sharma Show every Saturday and Sunday at 9PM!

Rajkummar Rao To Play Terrorist Omar Sheikh In Hansal Mehta’s ‘Omerta’

Actor Rajkummar Rao, who has proved his versatility with diverse roles in films like ‘Shahid’, ‘Queen’, ‘Love Sex Our Dhokha (LSD)’, ‘Aligarh’ and ‘Trapped’, which was screened at MAMI, comes across as a meek and mild-mannered person, which is why this piece of news will make you sit up and take notice.

Rao, who had teamed up with Hansal Mehta for ‘Shahid’, ‘Citylights' and ‘Aligarh’, will play a radicalised Britisher of Pakistani origin Omar Sheikh (infamous for killing Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl) in Mehta’s upcoming film ‘Omerta’. In an interview to a leading daily, Mehta said, “This film is based on the said international fugitive, who was involved in Pearl's murder, and it covers a host of terrorist activities (including 26/11) seen through the eyes of this person, who was at the centre of it all. After watching 'A Mighty Heart' (2007), I wanted to know more about the predator and his reasons for choosing this path. While various films have tried to highlight terrorism or its repercussions, I felt it was important to explore the other side of the spectrum — what goes on in the minds of these terrorists. There are so many stereotypes associated with terrorism, but the truth is far more murky and cold. Omar came from a privileged background before eventually being radicalised. Actor Mukul Dev told me this story way back in 2005. I wanted to make this film before Shahid, but a lot of research was required and we kept revising the script." 

As to why he roped in Rao for this role, Mehta said, “It was interesting to see him play a character that is totally diverse from what he did in 'Shahid'. Also, he surrenders himself to the role without any kind of baggage." 

On his part, Rao said, “It's a complete contrast to what I did in 'Shahid'. I play the anti-hero here. I've tried my best to make this character as real as possible. I even stayed in London for a while to get the hang of his way of life. The character is extremely cold and aloof and it was a challenge to convince myself as an actor to believe in his convictions.” Sheikh is currently being held in a prison in Pakistan.

Sheikh is currently being held in a prison in Pakistan. Omerta is written and directed by Hansal Mehta, produced by Swiss Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. and based on a story by actor Mukul Dev.

Prabhudeva and Tamannah Bhatia team up again in Vashu Bhagnani’s next

The ever so gorgeous Tamannah Bhatia who is ruling in the south industry and Bollywood world with her immense talent and fashion sense is all set to be seen in Vashu Bhagnani’s next upcoming film. Under the banner of Puja Entertainment, the untitled thriller film will be completely women centric and will also star fine actors Prabhu Deva and Bhoomika Chawala along with Tamannah. 

According to sources, the untitled film is the Hindi remake of yet-to-release Tamil film Kolaiyuthir Kaalam. The film will mark the Bollywood debut of Chakri Toleti, who has directed Tamil and Telugu films earlier. Actress Tamannah Bhatia who is juggling between shoots, endorsements and personal commitments will be seen in a new avatar which will surely enthrall her fans and audiences. It is known that shooting has kicked started with their first schedule in London. 

Talking about it actress Tamannah Bhatia says, "I am happy to get associated with Puja Entertainment and Mr. Vashu Bhagnani. I have previously worked with them so it’s more like a home coming. The film is a woman centric thriller which I have never attempted before this. It's completely new for me and I am am quite excited about it. We have a strong team mixed with Indian and foreign technicians and shooting in London is just amazing.”

Tamannah Bhatia is soon going to be seen in the much awaited film of the year ‘Bahubaali 2’ which is all set to release in the coming month.