From the day lockdown has been announced, Bollywood celebs are doing their best to keep their fans entertained and motivated during this difficult time. A couple of weeks ago, a song titled Muskurage India was released which features Akshay Kumar, Sidharth Malhotra, Ayushmann Khurrana, Bhumi Pednekar, and many other Bollywood celebs.
A few days ago, Salman Khan released his single titled Pyaar Karona, and then later Ajay Devgn came up with a single titled Thahar Ja. Now, according to a report in a tabloid, Karan Johar and Zoya Akhtar have decided to have a concert named I for India to raise funds for Give India Foundation, support those who are displaced because of the coronavirus outbreak, and pay tribute to the frontline warriors.
Many Bollywood actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, Arjun Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, Priyanka Chopra and Anushka Sharma, will be part of the musical fundraiser.
A source told the tabloid, “Karan and Zoya have been coordinating with the actors for a few weeks and have got almost all of Bollywood under this project. The actors were asked to share individual acts not exceeding four minutes.” The two-hour concert will have celebs dancing, singing, giving speeches, and doing stand-up comedy.
Not just actors, but even music composers and singers like Arijit Singh, Vishal Dadlani, Shekhar Ravjianii, Pritam, Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, and Shankar Ehsaan Loy, will be a part of the concert.
The celebs will be shooting their videos at their respective houses. The source revealed, “Karan and Zoya are putting them all together to make for a memorable evening. The concert will be aired on Facebook over the coming weekend and will raise funds from across the globe through the Facebook Donate button.”
Even international celebs like Will Smith, Jonas Brother, and Bryan Adams will perform at the concert.
Jennifer Lopez is facing a new legal battle, this time for sharing photos of herself online. The images in question? Paparazzi shots taken outside a glitzy pre-Golden Globes party in Los Angeles earlier this year.
Photographer Edwin Blanco and the photo agency Backgrid claim they own the rights to the pictures Lopez posted on her Instagram and Twitter. In the photos, the singer is seen in a white dress and faux fur coat, posing outside the Chateau Marmont. The caption read “GG Weekend Glamour”, a harmless update to most, but not in the eyes of copyright law.
Blanco and Backgrid argue that Lopez used the images to promote herself and boost her brand presence, without securing permission or paying for the content. They claim the photos helped her highlight the designers she wore and tie her look to ongoing brand partnerships. In their view, this isn’t just a case of a celebrity sharing a flattering photo, it’s a commercial move with financial value.
They’re now suing for up to £112,000 (₹1,17,60,000) per image.
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It’s worth noting that just because someone appears in a photo doesn’t mean they own it. Under copyright law, ownership typically belongs to the photographer or their employer. This means celebrities must ask for permission or pay a fee if they want to post professional paparazzi photos, even if they’re the subject.
According to the legal documents, Lopez’s team was contacted and even agreed to a settlement after the pictures were posted. But reportedly, no paperwork was signed and no payment has been made.
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This isn’t her first run-in with such issues. Lopez has been sued in the past in 2019 and 2020 for similar situations involving unlicensed photo sharing. And she’s not alone. Celebs like Dua Lipa, Gigi Hadid, and Khloé Kardashian have all been hit with similar copyright complaints.
While fans may think reposting a photo of themselves is harmless, the lawsuit is a reminder of the complex rules around image rights in the entertainment industry. Even global stars like JLo can land in hot water for hitting “post” without checking the fine print.
Priyanka Chopra may have dazzled at a luxury Bvlgari event in Sicily, but what should have been a perfect evening was clouded by one glaring oversight. Her name was spelt wrong on the dinner table place card.
As Chopra shared glimpses of her glamorous night, from her Dior outfit and Italian pasta to scenic views and champagne by the pool, fans quickly caught on to a detail the brand clearly missed. The card in front of her plate read “Pryianka Chopra Jonas” instead of “Priyanka.” That tiny error sparked a wave of disappointment among her followers.
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Many were quick to call it careless and even disrespectful, especially considering she’s not just an attendee but an official brand ambassador for Bvlgari. “How can you get the name of your own ambassador wrong?” questioned a user. Others pointed out how frequent such slip-ups are when it comes to non-Western names, with one comment calling it “racist and lazy.” Another added, “It may seem small to some, but getting someone’s name right is basic respect.”
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Some fans tried to downplay the error, saying the mix-up of “i” and “y” wasn’t offensive, just a typo. But others argued that attention to detail is crucial, especially at a formal sit-down hosted by a high-end brand. “If you can say Chanel or Versace, you can learn Priyanka,” one user commented, echoing Priyanka’s past remarks about how she had to coach people in the West to pronounce her name correctly.
Priyanka herself hasn’t responded to the incident yet. Her post simply read, “A night in Sicily,” showing no signs of upset. Still, the conversation around the mistake hasn’t slowed. Fans continue to tag Bvlgari, urging them to acknowledge the slip.
On the work front, Priyanka is staying busy. She’ll next be seen in Heads of State with Idris Elba and John Cena, and is also working on The Bluff and Judgment Day. Back in India, she’s signed on for SS Rajamouli’s upcoming action adventure with Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
So, what is the takeaway? Glamour and luxury don’t excuse sloppiness, especially when it comes to getting someone’s name right.
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Henry Cavill and Daniel Day-Lewis spark major buzz in Marvel’s rumoured X-Men reboot
Marvel’s next phase is still a while away, but that hasn’t stopped the internet from throwing out wild guesses about who might join the X-Men reboot. The latest chatter? Daniel Day-Lewis, Bryan Cranston, Cynthia Erivo, and Henry Cavill are apparently being considered for some of the biggest mutant roles.
But let’s be real: most of these rumours are pure speculation. But they’re gaining attention because the names are so unexpected.
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Day-Lewis, a three-time Oscar winner who retired from acting in 2017, is reportedly being eyed to play Magneto. He hasn’t done a major film since Phantom Thread, and while he's set to return for a film directed by his son, a long-term superhero contract seems unlikely. That hasn’t stopped fans from getting excited or confused about the idea. If he were cast, it would be the first time a Jewish actor portrays Magneto, a character whose backstory is deeply tied to his Jewish identity.
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Meanwhile, Bryan Cranston is being floated for Professor X. Sure, he's got the bald look down thanks to Breaking Bad, but the idea feels off-brand for someone who thrives in darker, morally grey roles. Ironically, Cranston himself has previously expressed interest in playing X-Men villain Mr. Sinister, which would arguably suit him better.
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On the Storm front, multiple names have surfaced. Cynthia Erivo, who has openly shown interest in the role, is among them. Others include Kirby Howell-Baptiste and Jodie Turner-Smith. The studio seems to be aiming for a more age-appropriate Storm in her mid-30s, aligning with a fresh take while still nodding to the comics.
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Henry Cavill’s name is also doing the rounds this time not for Superman, but for Wolverine. It’s unclear how serious that is, especially since Hugh Jackman is reportedly still in the picture post-Deadpool & Wolverine.
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To add to the chaos, there are rumours about Patrick Schwarzenegger as Cyclops and even a possible return of legacy actors like Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen in Avengers: Doomsday before the new line-up takes over.
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None of this is confirmed, and Marvel is keeping things quiet for now. But with fan theories flooding social media, one thing is certain: expect more of these wild casting guesses before anything official drops.
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His versatility across genres has defined his career and inspired countless others
Malayalam cinema megastar Mohanlal has had a majestic career filled with magnificent movies that have made a major impact.
With over 300 films to his name – including record-breaking blockbusters, pathbreakers and critically acclaimed masterpieces – he has been a dominant force since the 1980s.
Known for his natural acting style, the cinema icon has inspired generations, entertained millions and left an indelible mark on the Indian cultural landscape. He celebrates his 65th birthday next Wednesday (21).
Eastern Eye marks the occasion with an A-to-Z exploration of his life, career and impressive legacy.
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A is for acting debut: The first film Mohanlal worked on was Thiranottam (1978), which he co-produced with close friends. Various issues meant the movie took an astonishing 25 years to release. He made his big screen debut as the lead antagonist in Manjil Virinja Pookkal (1980).
B is for bad guy: The newcomer made such a big impact as an antagonist in his 1980 debut that he was cast as a villain in numerous movies over the next few years. The prolific (see P) actor worked in nearly 50 films between 1981 and 1983.
C is for Company: He was introduced to Hindispeaking audiences in the 2002 crime drama Company, playing a senior police officer opposite Ajay Devgn and Vivek Oberoi in the story of warring underworld dons. Despite winning multiple awards and universal critical acclaim, Mohanlal largely stayed away from Bollywood.
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D is for directorial debut: After a prolific acting career (see P), Mohanlal made his directorial debut with Barroz. He also headlined the mega-budget 2024 fantasy adventure. Unfortunately for him, it was a major box-office failure.
E is for Elanthoor: Mohanlal Viswanathan was born in the village of Elanthoor in the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala on May 21, 1960. He is the youngest child of Viswanathan Nair, a former bureaucrat and law secretary with the Kerala government. He grew up at his paternal home in Thiruvananthapuram and later earned a bachelor’s degree in commerce.
F is for family: He married Suchitra, daughter of film producer K Balaji, on April 28, 1988. They have two children – Pranav and Vismaya. Pranav appeared in a few films, starting with his debut in Onnaman (2001), which starred his father.
G is for giving back: The star is known for his philanthropic efforts. In 2015, he founded the ViswaSanthi Foundation – named after his parents – to support underprivileged communities in healthcare and education. He has also served as a goodwill ambassador for AIDS awareness.
H is for honours: With over 140 awards to his name, Mohanlal has received five National Awards, nine Kerala State Film Awards and nine Filmfare Awards. He has been conferred with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, India’s fourth and third highest civilian honours. He also holds honorary doctorates and a lieutenant colonel rank in the Indian Territorial Army.
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I is for Iruvar: Mohanlal’s first non-Malayalam film was the 1997 Tamil drama Iruvar, directed by Mani Ratnam. Based on the life of MG Ramachandran, he played an actor who becomes a politician. The acclaimed film also marked Aishwarya Rai’s debut,s in a double role. The film won several awards.
J is for Janatha Garage: His most successful Telugu film, Janatha Garage, paired him with NTR Jr in a vigilante action drama. It became one of the highest grossing Tollywood releases and won multiple honours, including a National Award for Mohanlal.
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K is for Kireedam: He won his first National Award for this 1989 drama, portraying a young man drawn into violence despite noble intentions. The film struck a chord with audiences and was later remade in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada.
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L is for laughter: Though known for intense roles, Mohanlal has an extensive body of comic work. His first major comic lead was in Poochakkoru Mookkuthi (1984), which launched a long-running collaboration with director Priyadarshan that included more than 40 films. Their hit comedies include Boeing Boeing (1985), Chithram (1988), Vellanakalude Nadu (1988), Kilukkam (1991) and Thenmavin Kombath (1994).
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M is for Mammootty: Rather than being rivals, Mohanlal and fellow Malayalam icon Mammootty share a deep friendship. They have often praised one another and costarred in many films, including 1998 mystery buddy comedy hit Harikrishnans, which had two alternate endings and was the year’s top Malayalam grosser.
N is for name: He was initially named Roshanlal by his maternal uncle Gopinathan Nair, before the family settled on Mohanlal. His father chose not to include the surname ‘Nair’, wishing to avoid caste associations.
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O is for Onnanam Kunnil Oradi Kunnil: Mohanlal sang in this 1985 film – one of several where he lent his voice. Others include Kandu Kandarinju (1985), Spadikam (1995), Chathurangam (2002), Balettan (2003), Run Baby Run (2012) and Odiyan (2018).
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P is for prolific: One of the most in-demand and hardest-working actors in Indian cinema across the past 45 years, he has starred in more than 300 films. In 1986 alone, Mohanlal appeared in 36 Malayalam films, including the hits T. P. Balagopalan M.A. and Rajavinte Makan. This has not only given him a wide variety of works, but also brought in big money for the Malayalam movie industry and enabled him to break box office records several times with movies like Chithram (1988) and Narasimham (2000).
Q is for Qatar: The actor is massively popular in the country and has been a regular visitor, including for the FIFA World Cup to watch matches. There is also an official Qatar fan club dedicated to him. R is for record-breaker: The superstar actor has broken box office records multiple times. His 2025 sequel L2: Empuraan became the highest-grossing Malayalam movie of all time.
R is also for remakes: Mohanlal headlined the mega-hit Malayalam language crime thriller Drishyam in 2013 and its acclaimed sequel in 2021. It has since become the most successfully franchised movie in Indian cinema history, with official remakes in a massive number of languages including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Sinhala and Chinese. An English language remake was also announced. A third instalment is in production, which will also get remade in multiple languages like the first two.
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S is for stage: Mohanlal is one of the few A-list Indian cinema actors to have successfully acted in theatre plays. These stage triumphs have included headlining Sanskrit language play Karnabharam in 2001, which he starred in free of charge, just for the joy of it. In 2003 play Kadhayattam, Mohanlal performed 10 classic characters and situations from Malayalam literature. Mohanlal collaborated with actor Mukesh for the plays Chayamukhi (2008) and Naga (2015).
T is for television: The actor has successfully hosted all six seasons of reality TV show Bigg Boss Malayalam. The seventh season premieres later this year.
U is for Uncle Bun: The actor transformed himself for the 1991 comedy, which was inspired by Hollywood film Uncle Buck (1989), with him taking on the role of the overweight uncle. His other films inspired by Hollywood included 1995 drama Nirnayam, which was loosely based on The Fugitive (1993).
V is for Vanaprastham – The Last Dance:The 1999 Malayalam drama saw Mohanlal win honours including a National, Filmfare and Kerala State Best Actor trophies. He plays a talented dancer from a lower caste who is judged by society and rejected by his father. The acclaimed dance drama received international acclaim and a National Award for best film.
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W is for wealth: One of the wealthiest actors in India, Mohanlal has regularly commanded high fees and secured major brand endorsements and lucrative TV deals. A big-thinking star, he also runs a large number of successful businesses, including restaurants.
X is for X factor: Being one of the hardest-working leading men in India has enabled Mohanlal to build perhaps the widest and most diverse body of work in Indian cinema. His versatility across genres has defined his career and inspired countless others to follow in his giant footsteps.
Y is for younger days: Mohanlal’s first role was as a sixth grader in a stage play called Computer Boy, where he portrayed a 99-year-old man. In his teenage years, during 1977 and 1978, he was also the Kerala state wrestling champion.
Z is for zodiac: Mohanlal is a Gemini. The star sign’s positive traits include being energetic, clever, imaginative, witty, adaptable, curious and intelligent. Geminis also tend to thrive in different environments and have strong communication skills.
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Shah Rukh Khan stuns in new jewellery campaign as speculation grows
Shah Rukh Khan has never been one to do things halfway. Whether it’s cinema, sports, or business, he’s known to go all in. Now, his latest move, fronting a new campaign for jewellery brand Candere, has fans convinced he’s not just endorsing the label but possibly stepping into the jewellery industry himself.
In recent weeks, Shah Rukh has been spotted flaunting bold accessories like chunky rings, layered chains, and bracelets that stand out. These choices aren’t random. They’re being noticed because they align neatly with his debut in Candere’s glitzy new campaign, where he’s not just a face but seems like the mind behind the mood. From the styling to the tone, the campaign feels unusually personal. It's not the typical celebrity plug.
So, what’s cooking? While neither Shah Rukh Khan nor Candere has confirmed anything beyond a brand partnership, speculation is picking up. Is he investing in the brand? Collaborating on a new line? Launching something of his own? Social media is flooded with guesses.
Shah Rukh is no stranger to business. His production house, Red Chillies Entertainment, is a major player in the film industry. He owns a cricket team. He’s backed start-ups in the tech world. Stepping into the luxury lifestyle space, especially one that aligns with his current image, wouldn’t be out of character.
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Adding to the buzz is news about King, his upcoming film directed by Siddharth Anand. The film will also feature his daughter, Suhana Khan, and includes stars like Deepika Padukone, Abhishek Bachchan, and Rani Mukerji, who’s reportedly playing Suhana’s mother in a pivotal role. The cast and plot hint at a high-stakes emotional thriller, another big swing from the superstar.
So, is Shah Rukh about to surprise fans with a jewellery line? Possibly. He’s done it before, built something quietly and then revealed it with flair. For now, all we have are hints and a striking campaign. But knowing SRK, the sparkle might just be the beginning of something bigger.