Pooja Pillai is an entertainment journalist with Asian Media Group, where she covers cinema, pop culture, internet trends, and the politics of representation. Her work spans interviews, cultural features, and social commentary across digital platforms.
She began her reporting career as a news anchor, scripting and presenting stories for a regional newsroom. With a background in journalism and media studies, she has since built a body of work exploring how entertainment intersects with social and cultural shifts, particularly through a South Indian lens.
She brings both newsroom rigour and narrative curiosity to her work, and believes the best stories don’t just inform — they reveal what we didn’t know we needed to hear.
Kim Kardashian reportedly took swift action to end her daughter North West’s visit with Kanye West after learning that controversial figures Andrew and Tristan Tate were on their way to join them. According to reports, Kardashian was informed by security that the Tate brothers, who have been facing legal issues related to sex crimes overseas, were expected to arrive at the location where North was meeting her father. Concerned for her child’s safety, she immediately intervened and cut the visit short.
This incident led to an emergency custody hearing between Kardashian and West on March 14. The meeting, attended by their legal teams and a mediator, focused on West’s recent actions, including his decision to feature North in his new song, "Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine." The track also includes Sean "Diddy" Combs, who is currently in custody facing charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and other serious allegations. Kardashian has reportedly been trying to block the song’s release, citing concerns over her daughter's involvement.
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West’s recent behaviour on social media was also discussed during the hearing. The rapper has made inflammatory posts on X, including antisemitic remarks and baseless accusations that Kardashian and her family are involved in sex trafficking. He also made inappropriate comments about Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s children, sparking backlash from their family, including Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, who condemned his words as “ignorant and evil.”
The presence of the Tate brothers in this situation added another layer of concern. Andrew and Tristan Tate, who recently returned to the U.S. after a travel ban was lifted in Romania, have been charged with human trafficking and other crimes. Although they deny the allegations, their controversial reputation made Kardashian uncomfortable with the idea of them being around her children.
West’s latest Twitter rant adds to the ongoing custody battle with Kim Kardashian Screengrab X/KanyeWest
Amid these developments, Kardashian has reportedly been exploring legal options, including the possibility of seeking sole custody of their four children: North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm. Sources claim that she is determined to protect them from any negative influence.
West, on the other hand, appears to be standing firm. He allegedly shared text exchanges with Kardashian, where they argued over North’s participation in his song. In one message, Kardashian reminded him that she holds the trademark rights to their children’s names and can legally prevent their involvement in projects she deems inappropriate.
The situation remains tense, with both parents at odds over how to raise their children while dealing with West’s increasingly erratic behaviour and controversial associations.
Parineeti Chopra announced her first pregnancy with husband Raghav Chadha
Priyanka Chopra congratulated her cousin publicly, silencing feud rumours
Speculations about a rift began after Priyanka missed Parineeti’s wedding
Family posts suggest the Chopra sisters have put past rumours to rest
Parineeti Chopra’s pregnancy announcement has not only delighted fans but also ended speculation of a rift with cousin Priyanka Chopra. The actress revealed the news with a heartfelt post on Instagram, and Priyanka was among the first to respond, sending love and congratulations. The exchange came after months of rumours suggesting tensions between the Chopra sisters, fuelled by Priyanka missing Parineeti’s wedding in 2023.
Priyanka Chopra congratulates cousin Parineeti Chopra on her pregnancy Instagram/parineetichopra
What did Priyanka Chopra say on Parineeti Chopra’s pregnancy?
Shortly after Parineeti shared the news that she is expecting her first child with politician husband Raghav Chadha, Priyanka Chopra dropped a warm congratulatory message in the comments. She wrote “Congratulations” followed by a red heart emoji. Priyanka also re-shared Parineeti’s post on her Instagram story, which Parineeti acknowledged with love and protection emojis. While neither directly addressed the feud rumours, their public interaction was taken as a silent confirmation that things are well between the two sisters.
Family and friends send love after Parineeti Chopra reveals she is expecting Instagram Screengrab/parineetichopra
Why was there speculation of a feud between the Chopra sisters?
Talk of a fallout began in 2023 when Priyanka missed Parineeti’s wedding celebrations in Udaipur, despite having attended her engagement earlier that year. Priyanka’s mother Madhu Chopra clarified at the time that work commitments kept her daughter away, but fans noticed reduced social media interactions and fewer public appearances together.
Tensions were speculated again during Priyanka’s brother Siddharth Chopra’s wedding festivities, where Parineeti was absent from several pre-wedding events. Later, Parineeti posted a cryptic note about valuing people who “choose you back,” fuelling further whispers of a cold war.
How did fans react to Parineeti Chopra’s pregnancy news?
Parineeti’s announcement was met with a flood of congratulatory messages from colleagues, friends, and fans. Many applauded the couple’s sweet reveal and expressed joy at seeing the family united again. The posts from Priyanka and Parineeti, shared with mutual warmth, reassured fans that the Chopra cousins continue to share a strong bond despite past speculation.
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Kim Kardashian and North West leaving Pierluigi restaurant in Rome amid backlash over the 12-year-old’s outfit
North West’s punk-inspired look in Rome has divided fans online
Photos show the 12-year-old wearing a corset, wig and platform boots
Kim Kardashian criticised for allowing her daughter to appear “too grown”
Kanye West has previously objected to North’s social media presence
Kim Kardashian is under scrutiny once again, this time over her daughter North West’s fashion choices. The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star was photographed with her 12-year-old in Rome, where North’s colourful punk outfit and corset drew criticism from fans. The incident has reignited conversations about parenting, celebrity culture, and the exposure of children to adult fashion trends on platforms like TikTok.
North West’s blue wig and corset look has divided opinion among Kardashian fans onlineX/Africanize
Why is North West’s outfit causing controversy?
North West, the eldest child of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, was spotted leaving the upscale Pierluigi restaurant in Rome with her mother. She wore a blue ombré wig styled into pigtails, a black corset top layered over a mini-skirt, steampunk platform boots, and a leather heart-shaped bag.
While some young fans praised the bold fashion statement, many social media users called it “inappropriate” for a 12-year-old. On X, one fan wrote: “The corset, the wig, the heels – can she be a child?” Another suggested a toned-down version would have been more age-appropriate, saying: “A black shirt with the corset over it would have been cute and age appropriate.”
Kim Kardashian with daughter North West, whose latest TikTok performance has sparked debateX/@Antunes1
What are people saying about Kim Kardashian’s parenting?
Critics argue that Kardashian is encouraging her daughter to adopt an adult image too soon. On Reddit, users accused the star of “blurring boundaries” between being a mother and being a friend, particularly as North is featured prominently on their joint TikTok account.
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The backlash intensified after a TikTok video showed North dancing with her mother to the track If Looks Could Kill by Destroy Lonely. The lyrics, which contain sexual references and explicit language, shocked many viewers. North’s outfit and the song’s content left some questioning why Kardashian allowed the performance to be uploaded online.
One comment read: “She’s just a baby, this is disturbing at 12.” Another added: “I couldn’t imagine letting my child dress this way and post it for the internet, who is this really for?”
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How has Kanye West reacted?
Kanye West has publicly voiced concerns about his daughter’s image and online presence in the past. The rapper has criticised Kardashian for allowing North to appear on TikTok, at times threatening legal action over what he described as lack of parental control.
West, who divorced Kardashian in 2022, has repeatedly said he does not want his children exposed to social media trends or music he considers inappropriate. His frustrations have resurfaced alongside renewed attention to North’s outfit, adding a whole other layer to the ongoing co-parenting tensions between the former couple.
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Is this a pattern with Kardashian family children?
The Kardashian-Jenner family is known for pushing boundaries in fashion, from Kim’s daring red-carpet looks to Kendall and Kylie’s trendsetting outfits. Now, fans say the next generation is following suit.
Kim Kardashian and North West speak onstage during The Daily Front Row's Seventh Annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards at The Beverly Hills HotelGetty Images
North, born in 2013, is the most visible of Kardashian’s four children: Saint (2015), Chicago (2018) and Psalm (2019). With regular appearances on TikTok, photoshoots, and high-profile family trips, she is already seen as a budding style icon. However, the debate around her latest appearance highlights the fine line between expression and age-appropriateness when it comes to celebrity children.
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JJ Perry praises the precision of the Indian stunt team while filming Toxic
JJ Perry leads a 45-day action shoot for Yash’s Toxic in Mumbai.
The Hollywood stunt director is known for John Wick and Fast & Furious.
Perry chose to work with an exclusively Indian stunt crew for the first time.
Toxic is being filmed in Kannada and English with multiple dubbed versions.
Hollywood action director JJ Perry, best known for designing the bone-crunching set pieces in John Wick and Fast & Furious, is currently spearheading an ambitious 45-day schedule for Yash’s upcoming film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-ups. The production, directed by Geetu Mohandas, is being hailed as one of Indian cinema’s most daring ventures, with Perry highlighting both the action sequences and the all-Indian stunt team as game-changers.
JJ Perry praises the precision of the Indian stunt team while filming Toxic Instagram/toxic_themovie/kvn.productions
What makes JJ Perry’s action direction in Toxic unique?
Perry, who has worked across 39 countries in his 35-year career, is approaching Toxic with the same precision and intensity that defined his Hollywood projects. Unlike many big-budget Indian films that rely on international crews for major stunt work, Perry has assembled an entirely local team.
“This Indian crew is world-class. That’s precisely why I chose to work with them,” he said. “We’re here to push boundaries together, and that’s what filmmaking is.”
The current schedule in Mumbai is centred on a complex action sequence that took months of planning. The makers allocated a significant budget to mount the sequence, complete with extensive storyboarding, pre-vis sessions, and tactical rehearsals. Perry has described the action style as “immersive, visceral, and new to Indian cinema.”
John Wick director JJ Perry bets on Indian stunt crew for Yash starrer Toxic Instagram/toxic_themovie/kvn.productions
Why did JJ Perry choose an all-Indian stunt team?
While Perry has often collaborated with international stunt specialists, he said working with Indian professionals has been a career highlight. After witnessing their discipline and technical skill first-hand, he made the decision to entrust them with one of the film’s most challenging set pieces.
“In my decades of experience, I’ve rarely seen such commitment and creativity,” he explained. “Getting the chance to work with Yash, Geetu, Venkat, and this incredible team has been fantastic. Geetu has great vision, and everyone from cinematographer Rajeev Ravi to the production design department has been outstanding.”
By opting for an all-Indian crew, Perry is also helping spotlight local talent on a global stage, a move that underlines the growing confidence of Indian cinema in competing internationally without outsourcing key technical areas.
The makers have decided to shoot the film simultaneously in Kannada and English, a first-of-its-kind effort on such a scale. Additional dubbed versions will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam. This strategy not only helps with the film’s pan-Indian appeal but also positions it as a legitimate global release.
Yash, who became a household name with the K.G.F franchise, is also co-producing the project along with Venkat K Narayana under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations. With international VFX studio DNEG also involved, the team has described the film as a unique mix of Indian storytelling and global cinematic grammar.
Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-ups is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on 19 March 2026. The film is expected to be one of the biggest Indian releases of that year, combining Yash’s star power with Geetu Mohandas’ distinctive directorial vision and Perry’s action expertise.
For Perry, the collaboration has been a personal milestone: “India’s culture is ancient, rich, and layered. Blending it with the action language I’ve developed over the years is very exciting. I don’t just want to replicate what’s been done, I want to create something unique. And Toxic is giving me that chance.”
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Raghav Chadha’s on air promise comes true as Parineeti Chopra confirms pregnancy with heartfelt post
Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha confirm they are expecting their first child.
The couple shared a joint Instagram post with a sweet video and cake image.
Bollywood and political circles sent warm wishes following the announcement.
Their pregnancy news comes less than a year after their Udaipur wedding.
Actor Parineeti Chopra and her husband, politician Raghav Chadha, have officially announced their first pregnancy with a heartfelt post on Instagram. The couple, who tied the knot in September 2023, shared a video and a symbolic cake image to mark the moment, delighting fans across Bollywood and political circles. The announcement follows recent hints dropped on The Great Indian Kapil Show, where they playfully teased “good news soon.”
Raghav Chadha’s on air promise comes true as Parineeti Chopra confirms pregnancy with heartfelt post Getty Images
How did Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha announce their pregnancy?
On 25 August, the pair uploaded a joint Instagram post featuring a beautifully decorated round cake with the golden imprint of baby feet and “1 + 1 = 3.” Alongside the photo, they shared a video of themselves strolling hand-in-hand through a park, writing in the caption: “Our little universe on its way. Blessed beyond measure.”
The post was immediately flooded with congratulatory messages. Sonam Kapoor commented, “Congratulations darling,” while Bhumi Pednekar, Huma Qureshi, and Neha Dhupia also extended their wishes. Fans expressed excitement and joy, with many describing the announcement as one of the happiest surprises of the year.
What did they say earlier about starting a family?
The announcement comes just weeks after the couple appeared together on The Great Indian Kapil Show. During the episode, host Kapil Sharma jokingly asked them about family plans. Raghav Chadha smiled and responded, “Good news jaldi denge (We’ll share good news soon),” catching Parineeti by surprise.
The exchange, which went viral at the time, now appears to have been a subtle nod to their actual plans. Their light-hearted remarks sparked speculation, but this is the first time they have officially confirmed that they are expecting a child.
Parineeti Chopra confirms pregnancy with Raghav Chadha after months of speculationGetty Images
When did Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha get married?
Parineeti and Raghav married on 24 September 2023 at the Leela Palace Hotel in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The ceremony had both cinematic glamour and political prominence, with attendees including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, and several Bollywood personalities.
The couple had earlier exchanged rings at a grand engagement ceremony in May 2023 at Delhi’s Kapurthala House. Since then, they have frequently shared glimpses of their life together on social media, from festive celebrations to candid travel moments.
While preparing for motherhood, Parineeti Chopra continues her acting journey. She recently wrapped up shooting for an upcoming Netflix series, co-starring Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jennifer Winget, Harleen Sethi, Sumeet Vyas, Anup Soni, and Chaitannya Choudhry. The project, which is yet to be titled, marks another step in her digital career after her recent film outings.
Raghav Chadha, meanwhile, remains active in his political role as a Member of Parliament for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Their announcement reflects a new chapter for the couple as they balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
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Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles fuel dating rumours in Rome
Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles were seen walking arm in arm through Rome on 24 August
The sighting comes while Kravitz promotes her new film Caught Stealing with Austin Butler
Both stars have had recent high-profile breakups, adding fuel to dating speculation
Neither Kravitz nor Styles has commented on their relationship status
Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles have set off fresh dating speculation after being spotted walking arm in arm in Rome. The sighting of the actress and the pop star has drawn attention not just for their closeness, but also for the timing. Kravitz is currently in Europe promoting her new film Caught Stealing, while Styles has been keeping a relatively low profile since the end of his relationship with actress Taylor Russell.
Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles fuel dating rumours in Rome Getty Images
Are Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles dating?
The video of Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles strolling through the streets of Rome was shared by a fan account on 24 August. In the clip, Kravitz, dressed casually in a white mini dress, flats, and a cap, can be seen linking arms with Styles, who wore a denim jacket and sunglasses.
The pair appeared at ease as they walked together, with Kravitz clutching a coffee cup while holding Styles’ arm. The relaxed outing immediately fuelled questions online, with fans debating whether the two are romantically involved or simply close friends enjoying time together in Italy.
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What do we know about Zoë Kravitz’s relationships?
Zoë Kravitz has had a series of public relationships in recent years. She split from her fiancé Channing Tatum in October 2024 after three years together, though the two continue to share a professional connection through her directorial debut Blink Twice.
Earlier this month, Kravitz was linked to her Caught Stealing co-star Austin Butler after they were seen socialising in Paris following the film’s French premiere. However, sources close to the production told US media that the pair are “just friends” and not romantically involved.
Kravitz was also previously married to actor Karl Glusman for a year before their divorce in 2021.
Director, writer and producer Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum attend the photocall for "Blink Twice"Getty Images
Who has Harry Styles dated recently?
Harry Styles has also been in the spotlight for his high-profile relationships. His most recent was with actress Taylor Russell, though the two split in May 2024 after less than a year together.
Styles was later seen at Glastonbury Festival in June, where he was caught on video kissing a woman identified as producer Ella Kenny. Prior to that, he had been romantically linked with various women during his travels across Europe, though no long-term relationships were confirmed.
The singer and actor has been keeping a relatively private profile in 2025, with his last major screen appearances being Don’t Worry Darling and My Policeman in 2022. His last studio album, Harry’s House, was released the same year.
Fans call out Taylor Swift connection as Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles stroll closely in RomeGetty Images
What projects are Kravitz and Styles working on now?
Zoë Kravitz is currently busy with the European promotion of Caught Stealing, a crime caper directed by Darren Aronofsky and co-starring Austin Butler. The film is set for release on 29 August. She also has two upcoming projects in production: How to Rob a Bank, alongside Nicholas Hoult and Pete Davidson, and Self-Portrait with Thomasin McKenzie.
Harry Styles, meanwhile, has not announced any new film roles. Fans are eagerly awaiting news about his next music project, with speculation that he may be working on material during his time in Europe.