Latest developments in the world of entertainment
Many important news related to entertainment and film industry are in the headlines today. Kangana Ranaut has reacted strongly to Sharmila Tagore's statement on 'Vande Mataram', advising her to 'come out of the Hindu-Muslim mentality'. At the same time, Akshay Kumar's much-awaited comedy film 'Welcome to the Jungle' has started its digital premiere on JioHotstar from August 21 after earning a grand total of ₹ 192 crore. Apart from this, Netflix has released the creepy poster of Taapsee Pannu's action-thriller film 'Gandhari' and has fixed its release date as September 3. Tamil actor Vimal Tiruchirappalli from South Indian cinema is in the news for his simple style selling vegetables, while Bollywood's Amy Jackson's new look is creating a stir on the internet.
Kangana's objection to 'Vande Mataram'
Kangana Ranaut shared the video of Sharmila Tagore's statement on her Instagram story, saying that she respects the senior actress's opinion, but is shocked by such a narrow interpretation of art and poetry. He appealed to Tagore to 'come out of the Hindu-Muslim mentality'. Kangana further wrote, 'Swami Vivekananda had said that I want such youth whose muscles are of iron, bones of steel and electricity running in their veins.' 'Vande Mataram' was composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in the 1870s, which was included in his famous novel 'Anandamath'. The song became a symbol of national consciousness and patriotism during the Indian independence movement.
Digital premiere of Akshay Kumar's 'Welcome to the Jungle'
Akshay Kumar's film 'Welcome to the Jungle' has now hit the OTT platform after earning ₹192 crore in theatres. The film features 34 lead actors and provides laugh-packed entertainment to the audience. Its worldwide digital premiere has started on JioHotstar from 21st August, so that viewers can enjoy this comedy on their phones and smart TVs. The story of the film is based on the machinations of a businessman, who invests in a substandard film to hide his black money.
New poster of Taapsee Pannu's 'Gandhari'
Netflix has announced the release date of Taapsee Pannu's new action-thriller film 'Gandhari'. In the poster released, Taapsee is seen as a powerful woman, while the shadow of a goddess is seen behind her, which depicts the story of vengeance and struggle. Taapsee's four other characters are also included in the poster. Netflix India has written in the caption that 'Gandhari' is going to be released on September 3.
Simplicity of Tamil actor Vimal
A video of Tamil actor Vimal selling vegetables in the weekly market of Tiruchirappalli is going viral. Seeing his simple style, people are appreciating him. When the locals came to know that a famous Tamil actor was selling vegetables in the market, a huge crowd gathered there.
Amy Jackson's new look
Amy Jackson's new look has become a topic of discussion on social media. Fans are surprised to see the pictures of her extremely thin waist and changed style and are unable to recognize her.