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Rishab Shetty announces Kantara 2, here’s what to expect from the film
Rishab Shetty had earlier won the National Film Award for Best Children’s Film at the 66th National Film Awards for Sarkari Hi Pra Shaale, Koduge: Ramanna Rai, and Kasaragodu.

Rishab Shetty’s directorial Kantara became one of the most successful pan-India films in the history of Indian Cinema. After the smashing success of part 1, Shetty is all set to come up with its prequel and fans can’t keep calm.
The actor-director announced the news during an event in Bengaluru that was organised to celebrate the 100-day theatrical run of Kantara.
Speaking at the event, Shetty thanked his fans for the immense love and support he received for Kantara. He further revealed that what was seen in Part 1 is actually Part 2 and Part 1 will hit the silver screen next year.
Shetty also opened up about the idea and said it came to his mind while shooting Kantara because the history of the film has more depth to it. Speaking about the filming, he said the makers are currently getting more details and the research for Kantara’s prequel is underway.
Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, the Kannada action-thriller became a blockbuster hit in 2022 and emerged as the second highest-grossing Kannada film of all time. Set in Keradi in coastal Karnataka, the film revolves around the Bhoota Kola practice.
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The film stars Rishabh Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, and Kishore in the lead roles. After the success of its Kannada version, the makers announced its dubbed Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam versions as well. The domestic net collections of all the versions crossed Rs 200 crore in 30 days, reports said.
Kantara also made it to the list of feature films eligible for the Academy Awards 2022. The film got its entry in the Best Picture and Best Actor categories.
Rishab Shetty had earlier won the National Film Award for Best Children’s Film at the 66th National Film Awards for Sarkari Hi Pra Shaale, Koduge: Ramanna Rai, and Kasaragodu.
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Bengaluru Police arrest Kannada actor Chetan Kumar for Hindutva built on lies tweet, sent to 14 days judicial custody
In a tweet on March 20, Kumar claimed that Hindutva is built on lies.

Bengaluru Police on Tuesday arrested Kannada actor Chetan Kumar, popularly known as Chetan Ahimsa, for his objectional tweet on Hindutva. He was sent to 14 days of judicial custody for spreading enmity between classes.
Hindus filed a complaint against the actor for his tweet which says that Hindutva is built on lies. Chetan, who is also a Dalit and tribal activist, was taken into custody by the Sheshadripuram police in Bengaluru.
In a tweet on March 20, Kumar claimed that Hindutva is built on lies.
He tweeted, Savarkar: the Indian nation began when Rama defeated Ravana & returned to Ayodhya —> a lie
1992: Babri Masjid is the birthplace of Rama —> a lie
2023: Urigowda-Nanjegowda are killers of Tipu—> a lie.
He further added that Hindutva can only be defeated by truth.
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Hours after that, the member of the right-wing outfit Bajrang Dal, identified as Shivakumar, filed a police complaint against him at the Sheshadripuram police station and then booked the Athiratha actor for insulting a religion or religious beliefs and making statements that promote enmity between classes.
This is not the first the actor got embroiled in a legal battle. Earlier in February too, the 40-year-old actor got into legal trouble for an objectionable tweet on Karnataka High Court Justice Krishna Dixit, who was then hearing the hijab case.
In October too, Chetan Kumar found himself at the center of a debate over his comments regarding the Bhoota Kola custom. He spoke in favour of creative liberties when fellow actor Dhananjaya had landed in a row over his film Headbush which reportedly offended people by depicting the folk art form Veeraghase and the Karaga utsava that happens in Bengaluru every year.
Rani Mukherji turns 45: From Black to Saathiya to Hichki, films that prove her mettle
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Jee Rahe The Hum: Salman Khan returns as playback singer after 8 years but who to sue for this?
The song is so heavily auto-tuned that it just becomes irksome, but who can deny the producer of the film even if he wants to sound like a robot?

Jee Rahe The Hum (Falling In Love), composed by Amaal Mallik and written by Shabbir Ahmed, is the latest release from Salman Khan and Pooja Hegde starrer Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.
The romantic ballad was released by the makers on Tuesday afternoon and is allegedly a celebration of old-school romance.
The video showcases Salman Khan trying to woo his lady love Pooja Hegde in a dreamy setting, singing and dancing for her. He is seen sporting a half-tied long pony, as the couple enjoys strolling through the streets, eating ice cream and enjoying each other’s company, where he can’t help falling in love with her.
Salman Khan, with his cult-like fan following, is getting many compliments for creating an original song that shows pure and respectful love without any obscenity; but the fans are most impressed by a dance step where Salman and Pooja tilt down together, so much so that they almost lie on the floor. The fans call it challenging and unique.
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The song is so heavily auto-tuned that it just becomes irksome, but who can deny the producer of the film even if he wants to sound like a robot? Some social media users commented that he was probably going for that mechanical touch to his otherwise harmonious voice.
Watch Jee Rahe The Hum here:
A social media user tweeted in response to the song:
Producer: How much auto-tune?
Salman Khan: Yes
Salman Khan made his debut as a singer in his home production film Hero (2015) with the song Main Hoon Hero Tera. He also lent his vocals for the background of songs ‘Jag Ghoomeya’ and ‘Hangover’, here he is back again to bless our ears and soul.
Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan is all set to hit the silver screen on April 21. The film will also star Shehnaaz Gill, Palak Tiwari, Siddharth Nigam, Raghav Juyal, and Jassie Gill in important roles.
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Rani Mukherji turns 45: From Black to Saathiya to Hichki, films that prove her mettle
Here is a look at some of her best films over her Bollywood career of 27 years.

Actor Rani Mukerji is known as one of the most versatile actors in the industry, playing the most unconventional and challenging roles. The actor is celebrating her 45th birthday today.
She began her career in 1996 and had many films in her bucket. Here is a look at some of her best films over her Bollywood career of 27 years:
Black
Helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Black was released in the year 2005. Starring Amitabh Bachchan and Rani Mukerji, it is a film about a blind and deaf girl who becomes violent and unmanageable.
After years of persistence, she learns how to express herself through sign language with the help of her teacher, who later succumbs to Alzheimer’s disease. The film depicts the beauty of a teacher-student bond and won three national awards. Rani’s excellent acting leaves a mark on the audience.
Mardaani & Mardaani 2
Rani plays the role of a cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in the mystery thriller directed by Pradeep Sarkar. She goes on to solve a kidnapping case of teenage girls in the first film (2014) and to find a serial rapist-killer in the second (2019). Her acting is fierce, vulnerable and powerful.
No One Killed Jessica
Based on a true incident from New Delhi, this biographical thriller shows Rani Mukerji as a journalist fighting for justice. Her portrayal of Meera is an unforgettable one that was critically acclaimed. The film was released in 2010.
Hichki
Giving one of her career’s best performances in 2018, Rani Mukerji raised the bar with Hichki. Playing the role of a compassionate and strong-willed teacher Naina, who suffers from a unique speech disorder, Hichki will move you to tears and Rani will make you feel and think like never before.
Saathiya
Rani Mukerji won the ‘Best Actress’ award in 2002 for Mani Ratnam’s Saathiya. The film is still one of the most loved romantic dramas and redefined modern relationships as portrayed in Bollywood. Co-starring Vivek Oberoi, the film is a treat to watch along with some spectacular songs that will never go out of style.
Yuva
Rani plays a housewife, Sashi Biswas, in this Mani Ratnam film. Yuva is a benchmark for narrative, direction and screenplay. Rani’s acting received immense appreciation from the audience as well as critical acclamation. Set in Kolkata, the film was released in 2004.
Hum Tum
This 2004 film was ahead of its time. Starring Rani Mukerji and Saif Ali Khan, Hum Tum broke stereotypes and stigmas around second chances at love and rewrote the traditional Indian romance depicted in Bollywood films. Rani won two Best Actress awards for her role as Riya in this widely loved movie.
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