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Sri Lanka extends invitation to Rajinikanth, says his visit will boost tourism

Dr D Venkateshwaran, the Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) of Sri Lanka, met the superstar on Monday at his residence.

Sri Lanka extends invitation to Rajinikanth, says his visit will boost tourism

Sri Lanka has invited superstar Rajinikanth to visit the country in an effort to boost tourism.

Dr D Venkateshwaran, the Deputy High Commissioner (DHC) of Sri Lanka, met the superstar on Monday at his residence and extended an invite to Rajinikanth.


In a statement posted on Instagram, the DHC said Rajinikanth's visit to the island nation will boost "cinema induced tourism as well as spiritual and wellness tourism".

"As an iconic personality, Mr. Rajinikanth's charisma will enrich historical relations and reinforce the bridge between both the destinations. DHC also personally invited him to explore the 'Ramayana Trail' as it is exclusive to Sri Lanka and other prime Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka," read the statement.

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  • Crown Prosecution Service authorises two further charges against Russell Brand
  • New allegations relate to incidents involving two women in 2009
  • Brand is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in January 2026

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Russell Brand has been charged with two further offences, including one count of rape and one count of sexual assault, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed. The additional charges were authorised by the Crown Prosecution Service and relate to allegations made by two separate women.

The broadcaster, comedian and actor had previously pleaded not guilty to five charges involving four women. Those earlier counts include two allegations of rape, two of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.

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