After wrapping up Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy, uber-cool Bollywood star Ranveer Singh has now started shooting for his next film, Simmba. Helmed by hit filmmaker Rohit Shetty, the action entertainer also stars newcomer Sara Ali Khan as the female lead. The makers began production on Wednesday at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. The film will be shot there in a start-to-finish schedule of two months.
Filmmaker Karan Johar, who is co-producing Simmba along with Rohit Shetty, shared an image from the sets of the film. The image featured him along with Ranveer Singh, Sara Ali Khan and Rohit Shetty. The filmmaker captioned it as, "Winter just got hotter!!!! This December 28th,2018!!!! Simmba directed by Rohit Shetty starring Ranveer Singh and Sara Ali Khan."
Not just an image, Karan Johar also shared a fun video from the sets, which is a proof that the team is going to have a gala time shooting the film at Ramoji Film City. In the short video, everyone is busy pulling each other’s leg.
Simmba is the Hindi remake of the hit Telugu film, Temper, which was a massive blockbuster at the ticket window in 2015. The movie sees Ranveer Singh in the role of a corrupt cop who chooses the right path after falling in love with a simple and sober girl, the character played by Sara Ali Khan.
Made under the banners of Rohit Shetty Pictures and Dharma Productions, Simmba makes its entry into cinemas on 28th December, 2018.
• Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise appeared together at the F1 movie premiere in London. • Their first public appearance together since 2001’s America: A Tribute to Heroes. • F1, directed by Joseph Kosinski, stars Pitt as a retired racer mentoring a young driver. • Cruise surprised fans by joining the premiere, sparking speculation of a future collaboration.
Two of Hollywood’s biggest stars, Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise, reunited on the red carpet in London after more than two decades. Cruise made an unexpected appearance at the European premiere of F1, Pitt’s latest film set in the world of Formula One racing.
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Brad Pitt stars in F1, a racing drama with real-world action
Pitt leads F1 as Sonny Hayes, a retired Formula One driver coaxed back into the sport to guide a rising star, played by Damson Idris. Directed by Top Gun: Maverick’s Joseph Kosinski, the film was shot during real F1 race weekends, with Pitt and Idris performing their own driving scenes. Pitt described filming at iconic circuits like Silverstone as “the time of my life.”
The premiere took place in London’s Leicester Square, just days ahead of the film’s theatrical release on 25 June. The cast was joined by producer Jerry Bruckheimer and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. Pitt wore a sage green suit, while Cruise kept it classic in charcoal.
Cruise surprises fans, fuels hopes of another on-screen collaboration
Cruise’s arrival wasn’t officially announced, but a clip shared by Formula One’s Instagram account showed the actor greeting Pitt and Kosinski warmly. The post was captioned, “The moment Tom Cruise surprised us on the #F1TheMovie red carpet!”
The moment was more than just a nostalgic throwback. The two actors, who last worked together in 1994’s Interview with the Vampire, sparked fresh buzz about teaming up again. In a recent interview, Pitt joked he’d be open to it, as long as Cruise’s next film doesn’t involve dangling from planes.
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Canadian university launches course on Diljit Dosanjh highlighting his global cultural influence
Toronto Metropolitan University will launch a course on Diljit Dosanjh in 2026.
The class will examine his influence on global music, diaspora, and Punjabi culture.
The announcement was made during the Billboard Summit at NXNE in Toronto.
The course will be part of TMU’s Creative School curriculum.
Diljit Dosanjh's rise from Punjab’s music scene to global stages like Coachella is now being studied in classrooms. Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) has confirmed it will offer a course on the singer-actor’s cultural and diasporic impact, starting in late 2026, marking a first-of-its-kind academic recognition for a Punjabi artist in Canada.
Course on Diljit Dosanjh to explore Punjabi music’s global rise
The course, announced at the Billboard Summit in Toronto, will be run by TMU’s Creative School. According to the university, it will explore how Dosanjh’s work intersects with identity, entrepreneurship, and cultural influence across diasporic communities. Dr Charlie Wall-Andrews, who is leading the academic initiative, described Diljit as an ideal subject to study how regional music scenes influence global pop culture.
“This course goes beyond music. It’s about cultural authenticity, migration stories, and how regional sounds are driving creative economies,” Wall-Andrews said in a statement.
The university is positioning the class not just as a tribute, but as a serious academic look at how South Asian artists are shaping mainstream narratives.
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Industry leaders say it’s long overdue
Sonali Singh, CEO of Ripple Effects and part of Dosanjh’s team, said the course reflects a deeper understanding of Diljit’s contributions. “His journey speaks to cultural pride and global representation, not just celebrity,” she said.
Backing the course, Billboard Canada President Mo Ghoneim added, “We’ve covered Diljit’s global milestones, from charting on Billboard to Coachella and the Met Gala. It’s only fitting that his story becomes part of academic discourse.”
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While the announcement comes amid online debate around Dosanjh’s casting choices in Sardaar Ji 3, TMU’s initiative seems focused on legacy rather than controversy. Application details will go live on the university’s website closer to the course start in 2026.
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Suga of BTS Donates 5 Billion Won for Autism Centre Focused on Music Therapy in Seoul
• BTS’ Suga has donated 5 billion won (£3 million / ₹25 crore) to Severance Hospital in Seoul to build a treatment centre for children with autism.
• Named the Min Yoon-gi Centre, the facility is expected to open in September 2025.
• The centre will house the MIND programme: Music, Interaction, Network, Diversity, using music as a tool for therapy and communication.
• Suga was personally involved in developing and piloting the music therapy sessions during his military social service period.
Just days after finishing his 21-month social service, BTS member Suga has made a historic donation of 5 billion won (£3 million) to Severance Hospital to establish a dedicated autism care centre. The new facility will focus on long-term mental health care for children with autism and aims to integrate music into clinical therapy.
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How the MIND programme uses music as a communication tool
The centre will house a unique initiative called MIND, short for Music, Interaction, Network, Diversity. The idea first came up in late 2023 when Suga began working with Professor Cheon Keun-ah, a leading child psychiatrist. Together, they developed the programme to help autistic children communicate and build emotional skills through music.
From March to June 2025, Suga volunteered every weekend at the hospital, helping guide children through group music sessions. He played guitar, led rhythm exercises, and encouraged expression through melody. Doctors reported noticeable improvements in children’s behaviour, verbal response, and social interaction over the sessions.
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A personal mission for mental health advocacy
Suga’s interest in mental health support for youth has been a recurring theme throughout his career. However, this initiative marks his most hands-on contribution yet. He not only funded the centre but participated in shaping its approach and testing its impact.
“Music became a bridge that helped these kids express feelings they couldn’t in words,” he shared. “It’s been a privilege to be part of this journey, and I’ll continue supporting them in any way I can.”
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The Min Yoon-gi Centre will open at Severance’s Sinchon branch in September. Beyond therapy, it will also serve as a research hub for autism-related treatments and train future specialists in music-based interventions.
With this effort, Suga sets a precedent for how artists can meaningfully contribute to mental health advocacy, bringing together art, empathy, and action.
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Salman Khan continues shooting action scenes despite being diagnosed with neurological conditions
Salman Khan shared on The Great Indian Kapil Show that he is battling a brain aneurysm, trigeminal neuralgia, and an AV malformation.
Despite these medical conditions, the actor continues to work, even performing action sequences.
Doctors stress the importance of early detection, especially since such conditions can be fatal if ignored.
A brain aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel in the brain that can rupture, while trigeminal neuralgia and AV malformation involve nerve pain and abnormal blood vessels.
Salman Khan discloses brain aneurysm and ongoing health struggles
Salman Khan recently left audiences stunned during the premiere of The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 when he openly discussed his health conditions. The actor revealed he is currently living with a brain aneurysm, trigeminal neuralgia, and arteriovenous (AV) malformation, three serious neurological issues that can significantly affect daily life.
Despite the gravity of these diagnoses, Salman shared that he continues to work, even filming intense action scenes. The 58-year-old star said, “We’re still breaking bones every day. Ribs gone, neuralgia, aneurysm in the brain, AV malformation, yet we’re showing up and working.”
Understanding brain aneurysm and other conditions Salman Khan is facing
A brain aneurysm forms when a weak spot in a blood vessel balloons out. Often symptomless until rupture, it can cause life-threatening brain bleeds. According to neurologists, symptoms, if they appear, might include sudden, severe headaches, blurred vision, or even seizures.
Trigeminal neuralgia, meanwhile, is a chronic nerve disorder that causes sharp, electric shock-like pain across the face, sometimes triggered by everyday activities like talking or brushing teeth. AV malformation involves an abnormal web of arteries and veins, disrupting blood flow and increasing the risk of stroke or brain damage.
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Doctors caution that while these conditions can be managed with timely treatment, they’re often made worse by stress, erratic sleep, and overexertion, lifestyle factors many celebrities deal with regularly.
Why Salman Khan’s health revelation matters
Salman’s admission draws attention to hidden health issues even among the fittest individuals. Experts emphasise that early diagnosis and lifestyle awareness are crucial. High blood pressure, poor sleep, and chronic stress can all raise the risk of vascular and nerve-related disorders.
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While fans hope for Salman’s speedy recovery, his situation serves as a reminder: prioritising health isn’t optional, even for superstars.
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Beyoncé and Jay-Z on stage during the Paris leg of the Cowboy Carter tour
Beyoncé wore a custom Manish Malhotra outfit for her Paris concert on 19 June as part of the Cowboy Carter tour.
The black ensemble was embellished with thousands of crystals and styled with matching heels.
Jay-Z joined her on stage for a rare live duet of Crazy in Love.
Malhotra shared clips on Instagram, calling the collaboration a proud moment for Indian fashion.
Beyoncé turned heads at her Paris concert this week by stepping out in a custom outfit designed by Indian couturier Manish Malhotra, putting South Asian fashion in the global spotlight. The concert, held at the Stade de France on 19 June, was part of her ongoing Cowboy Carter tour.
The look was both theatrical and refined, perfectly suited to the energy of the show and Beyoncé’s larger-than-life stage persona.
Manish Malhotra’s design lights up Beyoncé’s Paris performance
Beyoncé’s stage presence is always powerful, but this time, her outfit drew just as much attention. The all-black ensemble, a bodysuit layered with boots and encrusted with Swarovski crystals, was designed exclusively by Malhotra for the Paris concert on 19 June.
Jay-Z made a surprise appearance for Crazy in Love, keeping it low-key in streetwear while Beyoncé’s shimmering outfit took centre stage. Malhotra, known for dressing Bollywood’s biggest stars, called the collaboration a "historic milestone" in a brief post on Instagram. He shared a clip from the Paris concert showing Beyoncé performing alongside her husband, Jay-Z. This is one of his most high-profile international features to date, as he is best known for dressing Bollywood stars.
Cultural crossover in Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour wardrobe
This is not the first time Beyoncé has embraced global fashion, but her choice to wear an Indian designer at a major tour stop sends a powerful message about representation. It reflects a growing trend of cultural crossover and deeper appreciation for South Asian craftsmanship in mainstream Western entertainment.
Fans and fashion watchers were quick to praise the ensemble, calling it bold, glamorous, and refreshingly different. With tour dates continuing through July, it remains to be seen if Beyoncé will showcase more international designers. But for now, Malhotra’s moment in Paris stands out.
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