Alia Bhatt has some really projects lined-up, and one of them is SS Rajamouli’s pan-India film RRR. The actress started shooting for the movie in December last year, and it is said that she will be seen in an extended cameo in the film.
Now, according to a report in Bollywood Hungama, Alia won’t be just acting in the film, but she will also sing the Hindi version of a song in RRR.
A source told the portal, “Alia has one big song-and-dance number in RRR which she may sing in her own voice. The only problem is her accent in Tamil and Telugu, in which case she will sing for herself only in the Hindi version of RRR.”
It is also said that the actress will be credited as ‘guest star’ in the title credits. RRR, which also stars Jr NTR, Ram Charan, and Ajay Devgn, is slated to release on 13th October 2021.
Well, this won’t be for the first time when Alia will be singing a song. The actress has earlier sung songs like Sooha Saha, Samjhawan Unplugged, Ikk Kudi (Club Mix), Love You Zindagi (Club Mix), Humsafar, and Tum Se Hi (Reprise).
Talking about other films of Alia, the actress will be seen in Brahmastra and Gangubai Kathiawadi. There have been reports of her starring in Shah Rukh Khan’s production venture Darlings and Karan Johar’s next romantic film with Ranveer Singh. However, both the movies are yet to be officially announced.
Ryland Headley, 92, was convicted in 2023 for the 1967 rape and murder of Louisa Dunne.
Modern DNA testing on preserved evidence led to the breakthrough.
Headley previously admitted to raping two elderly women and committing multiple burglaries.
Police are now working with the NCA and other forces to investigate further possible crimes.
Officers describe him as a “dangerous serial offender” whose full history may still be unknown.
Ryland Headley, a 92-year-old man convicted of a 1967 murder following a cold case breakthrough, is now the subject of wider police investigations. Detectives believe he may be responsible for further unsolved crimes, with similarities in method and victim profile suggesting a disturbing pattern. Headley was convicted of raping and murdering 75-year-old Louisa Dunne in Bristol after DNA evidence linked him to the scene more than five decades later. Avon and Somerset Police are now working with the National Crime Agency and other forces to pursue additional leads.
Cold case solved with modern forensics
The murder of Louisa Dunne in June 1967 shocked the Easton community in Bristol. Despite an extensive investigation, no suspect was identified at the time. It wasn’t until a cold case review in 2023 that investigators made a breakthrough.
Forensic teams re-examined the skirt Mrs Dunne had been wearing, discovering that semen remained on the fabric. When tested with modern DNA profiling, it returned a match to Ryland Headley. His DNA had only been entered into the national database in 2012 following an unrelated arrest.
Police believe this could be the oldest cold case murder ever solved in the UK.
History of offences raises new questions
Ryland Headley was no stranger to law enforcement. In the late 1970s, he admitted to raping two elderly women in Ipswich, aged 84 and 79, and asked for 10 burglaries to be considered during sentencing. In each case, his victims were elderly or middle-aged women living alone.
Although these crimes were not initially linked to Mrs Dunne’s death, police now say the pattern was “eerily similar”.
Detective Inspector Dave Marchant, from the major crime review team, said: “It was eerily similar – the method of entry, the offences that these women were subjected to and the demographic. I would describe him as a serial offender and a dangerous serial offender at that.”
Further offences under review
With Headley now convicted, police have widened their investigation. Avon and Somerset Police are collaborating with the National Crime Agency and other UK forces to identify whether other cold cases could be connected to him.
“We are working with colleagues across the country to try to uncover any other offences we can potentially bring him to justice for,” DI Marchant said.
Heidi Miller, regional forensic coordinator, questioned whether Mrs Dunne’s murder was Headley’s first serious offence. “Such a brutal crime is not usually a first offence,” she said. “I wonder, what else has he been involved in through the years?”
Outward appearance masked true nature
Despite his past, Headley was considered by neighbours to be a gentle and friendly figure in later life. Known for chatting about gardening and his pet cat, few suspected the crimes he had committed decades earlier.
DI Marchant cautioned against being deceived by appearances: “Some people are capable of the most disgusting, abhorrent things and can still present an outward appearance of normality – and that’s the case with Mr Ryland Headley.”
Headley is due to be sentenced at Bristol Crown Court for the rape and murder of Louisa Dunne.
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Joseph has chaired several BRIT Awards shows and was an executive producer of the Oscar and BAFTA-winning 2015 documentary Amy.
THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF ARTS (RSA) has announced the appointment of David Joseph CBE as its next chief executive officer. He will take over the role in September, succeeding Andy Haldane.
Joseph previously served as chairman and CEO of Universal Music UK for 17 years. During his time at the company, he oversaw its transformation into a global exporter of British music and worked with several major international artists.
He began his career in advertising before moving into music, where he held roles in artist development and label management. He became chairman and CEO of Universal Music UK in 2008.
Alongside his commercial career, Joseph has been involved in a number of social and cultural initiatives. In 2019, he launched Universal Music’s Creative Differences initiative, which produced the first industry handbook for supporting neurodiversity in the workplace. The handbook has been adopted by more than 200 organisations globally.
He is a founding board member of Julie’s Bicycle, a group focused on climate issues in the cultural sector, and served on the National Council of Arts Council England for eight years. In 2013, he collaborated with Baroness Doreen Lawrence to mark the 20th anniversary of Stephen Lawrence’s murder through the Unity project. He also serves as Chair of the Grenfell Foundation.
Joseph has chaired several BRIT Awards shows and was an executive producer of the Oscar and BAFTA-winning 2015 documentary Amy.
RSA Chair Sir Loyd Grossman said: “David’s commitment to effecting social change, his compassion and his commitment to nurturing people is exemplary.
“We are thrilled that David will join us in the autumn, knowing that he will foster a collaborative and caring culture that speaks to our fellows, partners, staff teams and the wider world. These qualities make David superbly placed to lead the RSA into its next vital phase, and we are thrilled to have him on board.”
Commenting on his appointment, Joseph said: “The RSA has a remarkable heritage and untapped potential. At a time when fresh thinking and collective action are urgently needed across the globe, the RSA is uniquely positioned to drive meaningful change - uniting its rich tradition of arts, creativity and policy influence with the energy of its global Fellowship to spark ideas that shape society. I’m excited to join such a talented organisation where we will build a bold new chapter together.”
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Scarlett Johansson wins praise in Jurassic World Rebirth as reviews split over story and mutant dinosaurs
Jurassic World Rebirth, starring Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey, releases on 4 July.
Twitter reactions praise the cast and visuals but criticise the film’s story and lack of emotional depth.
Rotten Tomatoes score stands at 54% from 95 reviews; Metacritic rates it 53.
Some fans applaud the Spielberg-style thrills, others feel it strays too far with mutant dinosaurs.
Jurassic World Rebirth, the latest addition to the iconic dinosaur saga, has sparked intense debate online ahead of its 4 July release. With Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey leading the cast, early Twitter reviews show a split audience, some impressed by the action and spectacle, others disappointed by the story’s direction and use of genetically altered dinosaurs.
Mixed response to mutant dinos and CGI-heavy action
Many fans on X agree that Johansson delivers a commanding performance. “She’s shot like a star, presented like a star,” one viewer wrote, praising her as the film’s standout. Jonathan Bailey also earns praise for a subtle emotional moment that resonated with viewers.
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However, critics aren't holding back. Film critics called the film “the dullest entry yet,” while others labelled it “flat and emotionless.” Some appreciated the “mutated dinos and thrilling set pieces” but slammed the pacing and dialogue.
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One viewer described the movie as “a monster-sized adrenaline ride” and praised its nostalgic tension, likening it to Jaws. Another drew comparisons to Alien: Romulus, applauding the darker horror elements, while some fans felt the movie “just ends with no momentum.”
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Rotten Tomatoes score reflects fan divide
With a current Rotten Tomatoes rating of 54% and a Metacritic score of 53, Jurassic World Rebirth becomes the third consecutive film in the franchise to be rated ‘rotten’. Still, it fares better than Fallen Kingdom (47%) and Dominion (29%).
Despite the criticism, major UK outlets gave it four and five stars, with one calling it “easily the best Jurassic in a decade.” Whether the mixed reviews will impact box office numbers remains to be seen, past entries have shown strong ticket sales despite critical setbacks.
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Raducanu and Jack Draper are making most of the headlines
Emma Raducanu defeated fellow Briton Mimi Xu 6-3, 6-3 in the Wimbledon first round.
Xu, 17, was making her Grand Slam debut and appeared overwhelmed early on.
Raducanu dropped just three points on serve in the first set.
Despite a series of breaks in the second set, Raducanu regained control to seal victory.
She described the all-British clash as “difficult” but was pleased with the result.
The biggest home assault on Wimbledon for 41 years got off to a great start on Monday when Emma Raducanu triumphed in an all-British clash.
British tennis is enjoying a buoyant period, and although former U.S. champion Raducanu and Jack Draper are making most of the headlines, 23 local players started in the men's and women's singles this week, the most at Wimbledon since 1984.
With Draper not in action until Tuesday, British women's number one Raducanu was the main attraction, although home loyalties were somewhat split as she faced 17-year-old Welsh wildcard Mimi Xu, making her Grand Slam debut.
Xu had not beaten a top 50 player and never looked likely to break that duck on Number One court as she went down 6-3 6-3. Raducanu, desperate for a deep run in her home slam after a previous best of two fourth-round exits, did not have to do anything too extraordinary against a rival who for a while seemed intimidated by the occasion.
After Xu swung wildly for a rare air shot and then tumbled to the pristine turf after a slip, the 318th-ranked teen got what no young player wants to hear – some sympathy applause.
Raducanu swept to the first set, dropping only three points in her four service games, and with a lack of tension on court, the obligatory “come on Britain” shout drew the usual ripple of Wimbledon laughter usually reserved for any lingering pigeon.
Xu settled in the second set, however, finally getting to grips with the Raducanu serve during a run of five successive breaks, but the favourite got back on track to come through.
Raducanu moves into round two
Home favourite Emma Raducanu claimed a 6-3 6-3 win over fellow Briton Mimi Xu, who was making her Grand Slam debut."I'm super pleased to have come through that match. It is so difficult playing against another Brit in the first round," Raducanu said after her victory on Court One.
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Taylor Fritz’s opening-round clash against France’s Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard was suspended
Play was suspended for Fritz and Zverev after curfew. Taylor Fritz’s opening-round clash against France’s Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard was suspended on Monday evening with the score tied at two sets apiece. The match was halted just before 11 pm local time due to Wimbledon’s curfew regulations. Alexander Zverev’s match against Arthur Rinderknech, also level at two sets all, was similarly paused for the night. Both contests will resume on Tuesday.
Zverev and Fritz matches suspended for the night
German third seed Alexander Zverev’s match against France’s Arthur Rinderknech, level at two sets all, and U.S. fifth seed Taylor Fritz’s clash with Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, all square after two sets, have been suspended for the evening.