Talented television actor Chetan Hansraj needs no introduction! The tall and handsome man started his acting career with a positive role in Ekta Kapoor’sKkusum and went on to appear in a number of popular shows, mostly made by Balaji Telefilms.
Though the actor has played a diverse range of characters in his acting career so far, we have never seen him in a comic role. But if latest reports are to be believed, Chetan is all set to try his hand at comedy also.
Yes, you heard that right! The actor, who was last seen in the historical show Chandra Nandni as Malayketu, is all set to play a pivotal cameo role in SAB TV's new show Partners. Though his role in the show is going to be a brief one, it will have comic shades to it.
The upcoming SAB TV show Partners marks the debut of veteran actor Johny Lever in the fiction space. He has previously hosted and judged comedy shows on television. The actor will be seen a double role that of a police commissioner and his own informer.
Besides Johny Lever, Partners also features Kiku Sharda and Vipul Roy in pivotal roles.
Warner Bros. unveils final trailer for The Conjuring: Last Rites, set to release in theatres on 5 September
Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga return as Ed and Lorraine Warren in their final on-screen case
Film is based on the real-life Smurl haunting, the couple’s earliest and most personal encounter with demonic activity
The infamous Annabelle doll makes a brief yet chilling return, tying back to the broader Conjuring universe
The final chapter in the Conjuring series is gearing up for a chilling send-off. Warner Bros. has dropped the official trailer for The Conjuring: Last Rites, giving horror fans a deeper glimpse into what’s being billed as Ed and Lorraine Warren’s most personal and terrifying case. Set in 1986, the film revisits the real-life Smurl haunting in Pennsylvania but with a twist. This isn’t just any demonic presence. It’s the very first entity the Warrens ever encountered and were once too afraid to face.
Annabelle resurfaces as The Conjuring Last Rites trailer reveals the demon that terrified the Warrens first Instagram/theconjuring
What is the Smurl haunting and why is it central to Last Rites?
The Conjuring: Last Rites story draws from the infamous Smurl case, involving a family plagued by unexplained paranormal activity over 15 years. Ed and Lorraine Warren initially investigated the case in the 1970s, but in this final instalment, it’s revealed that the haunting entity was one they encountered even earlier in their careers.
In the trailer, Lorraine warns, “This thing in your house is a demon. It’s the first one we ever encountered.” This return to their earliest trauma adds a layer of unfinished business, making the stakes far more personal.
Does Annabelle appear in The Conjuring: Last Rites?
Yes, though only briefly. The new trailer features a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it shot of the Annabelle doll, the malevolent spirit that launched the franchise over a decade ago. Her appearance has sparked speculation among fans about how connected Last Rites is to the larger Conjuring universe, especially considering the doll’s history in both the mainline series and her own spin-offs.
The callback to Annabelle, coupled with Lorraine being chased by a possessed figure, signals that the film is bringing everything full circle.
Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson return to lead the film as the Warrens. They are joined by Mia Tomlinson as their daughter Judy Warren, who now plays a larger role. Judy’s relationship with Tony Spera, played by Ben Hardy, adds a family dynamic that grounds the supernatural chaos.
Supporting actors include Steve Coulter, Elliot Cowan, Rebecca Calder, Shannon Kook, Beau Gadsdon, and Kíla Lord Cassidy.
Michael Chaves, who previously directed The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, is back at the helm. The screenplay is written by Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick. Producers James Wan and Peter Safran, long-time stewards of the franchise, also return.
When will The Conjuring: Last Rites release in cinemas?
The Conjuring: Last Rites is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on 5 September 2025.
Touted as the final film in the main Conjuring timeline, the movie promises to deliver an emotionally loaded and terrifying conclusion to the decade-long saga that began in 2013. While spin-offs like Annabelle and The Nun may still continue, this instalment is meant to close the book on Ed and Lorraine Warren’s ghost-hunting legacy.
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7 South Asian Netflix releases you’ll actually want to watch in 2025
• Aryan Khan’s debut series The BA**DS of Bollywood* stirs buzz with its unfiltered take on Bollywood • Dark comedy Toaster becomes a surprise breakout hit • Strong female-led thrillers and queer narratives gain ground • South Asian creators push boundaries with raw, genre-defying storytelling • Streaming trends show growing global appetite for authentic desi content
The world feels like it’s running faster than ever, and the only thing keeping many of us sane is a good story at the end of the day, one that doesn’t just entertain but reminds you where you came from or where you could go. In 2025, Netflix’s South Asian slate isn’t just more content, it’s a lifeline of messy, brave narratives that scream “press play''.
7 South Asian Netflix releases you’ll actually want to watch in 2025 Netflix
Big names, fresh stories and moments you’ll want to mark on your calendar. So here’s the list:
The BA**DS of Bollywood*
This one’s got fire, not the Diwali firecracker kind, but the “light-the-whole-damn-industry-up” kind. Aryan Khan makes his directorial debut (yes, SRK’s son), and it’s not cute or safe. It’s a razor-sharp, chaotic love-hate letter to Bollywood itself. The hustle, the heartbreak, the ego, the madness, it’s all in there. Think ambition, back-stabbing, maybe some dark laughs and killer cameos. Gauri Khan is producing. It’s going to be loud.
A miser. A toaster. A wedding. And then a murder. It’s ridiculous in the best way. Toaster is one of those rare black comedies that makes you laugh, wince and then question your own taste for laughing. Rajkummar Rao is at his unpredictable best, and Sanya Malhotra’s dry chaos matches him beat for beat. It’s weird and addictive, exactly why it might work.
We’re back in Punjab, but it’s not the fields-and-folk-songs version. It’s the haunted, grief-soaked, cigarette-and-guilt version. Season 1 was brutal. Season 2? Deeper cuts. Barun Sobti’s back, and Mona Singh joins the cast to investigate another murder, but the show never really cares about the crime. It’s about what it does to the people left behind.
Not another jingoistic bore, this one’s different. It’s the 1970s, India and Pakistan, nuclear secrets and two spies playing a brutal mental chess game. Pratik Gandhi and Tillotama Shome don’t play heroes; they play people trapped in patriotism, survival and secrets. It’s the kind of show where your breath catches more than once.
Subbu just wanted a job. What he got was teaching sex education to a village that would rather pretend sex doesn’t exist. This Telugu-language series is sweet, but not in a sugary way. It’s chaotic, funny and surprisingly moving. Think of it as Sex Education with sambhar and way more heart.
This one’s going to hit home, not because it’s flashy but because it’s familiar. The Kapoor family, yes, that Kapoor family sits at a table, shares food, shares memories and cracks open decades of fame, loss, love and legacy. It’s nostalgic without being cheesy. Kareena, Ranbir and Karisma, all in the same room, not playing roles but just being themselves.
Say what you want, but Kapil Sharma has figured out the one thing most Indian content avoids: simple joy. Season 3 brings more celebrity guests, more bizarre characters and more jokes that your dadi laughs at and your Gen Z cousin secretly enjoys. It’s silly, and it works.
We talk a lot about representation, about diversity, about “stories that reflect who we are.” But real talk—that only matters if the stories hit something deeper than a checkbox.
This isn’t about what’s trending. It’s about what might actually make you feel something again. That alone makes it way more interesting than the usual hype.
Mark your calendars now, these releases will be the must-watch events of 2025.
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Shahid Kapoor 'plays' cricket at Lord’s, wins hearts on and off the field
Shahid Kapoor plays a friendly cricket match at London’s Lord’s Cricket Ground.
The actor is seen in cricket whites, showcasing his sporty side.
Wife Mira Kapoor and friends cheer him on from the stands.
Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor traded the film set for the cricket pitch this week, making a stylish appearance at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground in London. Dressed in crisp whites, the actor joined a friendly match at the historic venue, delighting fans with his sporty side.
Shahid, known for his versatility on screen, showed impressive form with the bat, hitting elegant shots and sharing light-hearted moments with teammates. His energy on the field and genuine enthusiasm for the game reflected a deep-rooted love for cricket, a passion many fans might not often see.
Shahid Kapoor enjoys match day at Lord’s Cricket Ground
Cheered on by his wife Mira Kapoor and close friends, the Kabir Singh star looked completely at home at Lord’s, soaking in the legacy of the stadium and the camaraderie of the sport. Photos and videos from the match have gone viral, with fans calling it a “perfect crossover” of cinema and cricket.
The actor’s appearance at the Mecca of cricket is a reminder of how cricket continues to unite Indians across the world, whether they’re fans or stars. For Shahid, the experience clearly meant more than just a game. It was about reliving a childhood dream, and it showed.
Shahid Kapoor swaps camera for cricket bat at Lord’s
From the pitch to the pavilion, Kapoor’s visit to Lord’s has struck a chord with both film buffs and cricket lovers. A rare, wholesome moment where Bollywood glamour met sporting legacy.
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The 10 must see performances at Edinburgh Fringe 2025
Joe Kent-Walters returns with a devilish cabaret hosted by his undead alter ego, Frankie Monroe
Desiree Burch tackles menopause, rage and rebirth in a fierce solo comeback
Rosie O’Donnell brings raw political fire and personal truths to her Fringe debut
Chat Sht, Get Hit* unleashes feminist fury through football chants and punk poetry
Musicals like Club NVRLND and Hot Mess mix nostalgia with emotional gut punches
Right. Edinburgh in August. It hits you like a wall of damp flyers, cheap lager, and pure, unhinged possibility. Some people come to the Fringe looking to laugh. Others want to cry, escape, question everything, or maybe just get weird for 60 minutes. But this year? This year feels different.
Edinburgh Fringe 2025 is not playing it safe. It’s messier. Angrier. Sharper. Funnier. Queerer. Louder. Softer. All of it, all at once. It's a festival that seems to be screaming: "Pay attention. Feel something. And for god's sake, stop scrolling."
Cutting through the 3,900-show chaos? Brutal. So forget the algorithm, ditch the polite curator voice. This is your raw, slightly sweaty, absolutely essential hit list.
Joe Kent-Walters: Is Frankie Monroe DEAD!!!
Monkey Barrel at Cabaret Voltaire, 28 July–24 Aug (not 11, 12), 13:10
Frankie Monroe is back from the underworld, still in a sequin jacket, still chain-smoking, and still dragging you into his haunted little nightclub of broken dreams. Joe Kent-Walters, last year's Best Newcomer winner, is pure chaos incarnate. Expect Frankie Monroe to grab you, embarrass you, and leave you shrieking. This show is loud, grubby, slightly cursed, and completely brilliant.
Football chants, poetry, and fists full of female rage. Why are angry women so scary? This isn’t a polite show, it’s a riot in verse. It’s what happens when women stop apologising and start screaming. This debut play tears into misogyny with the energy of a punk protest and the heart of something like Fleabag. If you’ve ever felt silenced or sidelined, this one will set something on fire inside you. Absolutely necessary viewing. Go feel the rage.
Rosie O’Donnell at the Fringe! Let that sink in. The Emmy-winner makes her debut, scorching earth on her 20-year Trump feud, parenthood, and fleeing the US. A comedy legend, live, unfiltered, and ready to roast power structures. Rosie isn’t here to be liked. She’s here to say the things she’s been biting her tongue on for years. This is history happening. Get a ticket!
This is what stand-up looks like when a woman walks through fire and comes out spitting glitter and truth. Perimenopause, midlife fury, and raw, funny-as-hell honesty. Sharp as a razor, relatable as hell, and explosively funny. Raw, political stand-up that feels like therapy with a punchline. Desiree doesn’t care if you’re comfortable, she cares if you’re listening.
Millennials! Remember Neverland? Now imagine Peter Pan met Britney Spears in a nightclub, and they talked about millennial burnout and housing crises until 3AM. That’s this show. It’s pop nostalgia, glitter, heartbreak, and economic despair, all set to a beat you can dance to. This one hurts in the best way.
Yes, the title grabs you. But this isn’t trauma porn. It’s dark, yes, and absurd, and funny in the way only horror-comedy can be. It’s daring, uncomfortable, and probably brilliant. Doherty manages to poke at fear, fatigue, and queer rage with real tenderness. Not for the faint-hearted, but essential for those craving something truly different. Expect gasps and guffaws.
Brian Cox. Post-Succession. Playing the ghost of economist Adam Smith. Haunting the ghost of the disgraced RBS CEO Fred Goodwin. About the 2008 financial crash. James Graham wrote it. Cox’s first Scottish stage role in ages? Yeah, this is going to be intense. It’s capitalism’s A Christmas Carol. Creepy, sharp and peak Fringe energy.
Jordan Gray: Is That a C*ck in Your Pocket, or Are You Just Here to Kill Me?
Assembly George Square Gardens, 30 July–24 Aug (not 6, 12, 19), 15:10
Channel 4’s trans powerhouse Jordan Gray is back, swinging hard at the backlash. This is a cowboy-musical-comedy-satire-anthem-slinging revenge gig, and it’s glorious. She’s taking every pearl-clutching headline from last year and turning it into a mic drop moment. You’ll laugh, you’ll cheer, you might cry, but mostly, you’ll witness what it looks like when someone turns hate into glitter-fuelled defiance. Expect big laughs, bigger tunes, and a whole lot of heart.
You’re not ready for Mr. Chonkers. No one is. John Norris’s floppy clown alter ego is the kind of show you stumble into hungover and walk out changed. It's physical comedy on acid, complete with Gregorian chants, inflatable nonsense, and audience participation that feels like a fever dream. If absurdity had a mascot, it’d be this guy. It’s weird. It’s wild. It’s absolute Fringe magic.
A closeted Victorian aristocrat sets fire to his inheritance to stage terrible musicals in a self-made theatre, and we love him for it. This Fringe legend is camp as tits, hilarious, and somehow genuinely touching. The songs slap. The wigs are tragic. The message? History belongs to the weirdos. If you miss this, you’re doing Fringe wrong.
The Fringe isn’t just about theatre. Or comedy. Or cabaret. It’s about connection. In a world built on distraction and performance, these shows ask you to actually feel something. But isn’t that kind of the point? That’s why you go. That’s what this list is about.
If you’re heading to Edinburgh this August, don’t just scroll the star ratings. Listen to your gut, see something that scares you a little, talk to strangers in queues, and soak it all in. And maybe, just maybe, let yourself get a little lost.
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Son of Sardaar 2 faces dialogue cuts ahead of release
• Indian film board has asked the makers to remove the name of China’s President Xi Jinping from the film
• Three additional dialogue changes were recommended, including replacing "item" with "madam"
• The film has received a U/A 13+ certificate with no visual cuts
• Son of Sardaar 2, starring Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur, will release on 1 August 2025
Ajay Devgn’s upcoming film Son of Sardaar 2 has landed in the news just days ahead of its theatrical release, not for its content or storyline, but due to interventions by the Indian film board. While the film has been cleared with a U/A 13+ rating, the board has asked the makers to modify four specific dialogues, including the removal of a direct reference to Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Indian film board censors Xi Jinping reference in Ajay Devgn’s 'Son of Sardaar 2', suggests three more dialogue changes www.easterneye.biz
Why was Xi Jinping's name removed from Son of Sardaar 2 ?
According to reports, the Indian film board objected to a scene that mentioned Xi Jinping by name. Given the diplomatic sensitivities and past tensions between India and China, the board recommended that the line either be muted or the name be replaced.
The move is similar to earlier instances where real political references, especially involving foreign leaders, are often avoided to prevent controversy or backlash.
This is not the first time a film has faced censorship over political content. In recent years, filmmakers have had to navigate a fine line between satire, social commentary and censorship, especially when it comes to international relations.
What other changes did the Indian film board recommend?
Besides the removal of the Xi Jinping reference, the Indian film board suggested three more dialogue changes to make the film more family-friendly. The word "item" used in a particular context was replaced with "madam", as the former is often deemed derogatory or objectifying in mainstream cinema.
Another phrase, "Kutte ki tarah" (like a dog), was also changed to a softer expression, "Bahut buri tarah" (very badly), likely to tone down aggressive language. Additionally, a line beginning with "Bhagwan..." was flagged and replaced with a more neutral alternative to avoid any religious insensitivity.
These changes were made without altering the visuals. The action sequences and comic set pieces have been retained as is, and the final runtime of the film clocks in at 147 minutes and 32 seconds.
When is Son of Sardaar 2 releasing and what’s the screen count issue?
Son of Sardaar 2 is set to hit cinemas on 1 August 2025, after being postponed from its original 25 July release date. The delay was a strategic move to avoid clashing with Saiyaara, an Ahaan Panday–Aneet Padda starrer that has emerged as a box office hit.
However, the Ajay Devgn film is now facing challenges in securing enough show slots in theatres. Distributors are pushing for 60 per cent of total screens, but several exhibitors are reportedly offering only 35 per cent, prioritising ongoing hits like Saiyaara and upcoming releases like Dhadak 2.
While some single-screen theatres have agreed to two shows per day, major multiplex chains remain hesitant, which could impact the film’s opening numbers unless a mid-week momentum builds.
Who stars in Son of Sardaar 2 and who is behind it?
Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora and produced by Devgn Films in association with Jio Studios, Son of Sardaar 2 features a large ensemble cast. Apart from Devgn and Mrunal Thakur, the film includes performances by Neeru Bajwa, Deepak Dobriyal, Chunky Panday, Kubbra Sait, Ravi Kishan, Sharat Saxena, Vindu Dara Singh, Sanjay Mishra and Ashwini Kalsekar. It also marks the posthumous appearance of actor Mukul Dev.
A spiritual sequel to Devgn’s 2012 hit Son of Sardaar, this film is being promoted as an action comedy drama with a modern twist. The original clashed with Shah Rukh Khan’s Jab Tak Hai Jaan back in the day, and interestingly, SOS 2 will now release alongside another romantic drama, Dhadak 2.