This Sunday, October 14, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is set to host the much-anticipated match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan for the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023. Apart from thousands of fans, a number of celebrities from various walks of life are also set to attend the high-voltage game.
According to reports, Indian cinema legends Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth, and cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar have been invited to attend the match on October 14.
Bachchan, who celebrated his 81st birthday on Wednesday, has a history of attending high-profile cricket matches. In 2015, he even turned cricket commentator during the World Cup match between India and Pakistan in Adelaide, Australia.
Prior to the match, a grand musical ceremony will take place. Leading playback singer Arijit Singh will be performing live for the cricket fans.
The musical ceremony will begin at 12.40 pm and go on till 1.10 pm. Ranveer Singh and Tamannaah Bhatia are also expected to perform during the ceremony.
Along with the Golden Ticket holders like Big B and Rajinikanth, many VIPs are expected to be present for the India vs Pakistan match.
On the work front, Senior Bachchan will next be seen in Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon’s Ganapath. He also has Nag Ashwin’s sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD alongside Prabhas and Deepika Padukone and the Hindi remake of The Intern with Padukone.
Rajinikanth, who was most recently seen in Jailor, is presently shooting for his 170th film.
Jennifer Aniston’s Instagram update over the weekend created a buzz this time, not just for her famous friends or sunny snapshots, but for a small detail on her table that sparked interest, especially among Indian fans.
The Friends star shared a series of casual moments from a laid-back get-together, featuring familiar faces like Selena Gomez, Courteney Cox, Alessandro Nivola, Andrea Bendewald, and others. The photos showed warm smiles, relaxed vibes, and genuine connection among the guests. But one particular image stood out from the bunch: a simple table with red roses and what looked like decorative items.
What caught the attention of many was that nestled beside the bouquet were miniature idols of Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Durga, alongside a laughing Buddha statue. The presence of these deities, traditionally associated with wealth and strength, immediately drew reactions online. Comments poured in, pointing out the idols and appreciating what they felt was a moment of quiet spirituality in an otherwise celebrity-heavy post.
For Indian followers, this wasn’t just an aesthetic detail. It felt like a subtle nod to their culture. Many wondered whether Aniston has a personal connection to Indian spirituality. This isn’t the first time she’s shown interest in Indian culture either. In Murder Mystery 2, she wore a white, crystal-studded lehenga by Manish Malhotra for a wedding scene. And given her popularity in India, it wasn’t surprising that even a small reference like this got people talking.
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Among the cheerful moments with friends and her pet dog, the inclusion of the idols gave fans a glimpse of something deeper, possibly Aniston’s interest in different belief systems or a quiet respect for traditions beyond her own. Some also noticed books in the background relating to astrology and the universe, adding more intrigue.
Whether it was an intentional tribute or simply part of her home décor, fans appreciated the warmth and openness in the post. In a world full of carefully curated social media updates, this one stood out for being both personal and quietly reflective, something fans, especially in India, aren’t likely to forget anytime soon.
At this year’s Crunchyroll Anime Awards, held in Tokyo, the thunderous rise of Solo Leveling sent shockwaves through the anime world. The high-action series swept the awards night with seven major wins, including Anime of the Year, outpacing Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, a quiet, emotional fantasy many had predicted would take the top spot. With over 51 million fan votes cast globally, this was a full-blown cultural moment.
Fans of Solo Leveling, based on the South Korean manhwa, celebrated its victories as long-overdue recognition. From ‘Best New Series’ to ‘Best Action’, and even ‘Best Score’ for Hiroyuki Sawano’s soundtrack, the anime had its moment. Lead character Sung Jinwoo, voiced by Aleks Le in English, also picked up ‘Best Main Character’ and ‘Best English Voice Artist’ honours, further cementing the series' strong debut.
But not everyone was cheering. Devotees of Frieren, a series praised for its storytelling and quiet beauty, were left wondering if fan popularity outweighed artistic depth. The show still walked away with awards for ‘Best Drama’, ‘Best Background Art’, and ‘Best Supporting Character’ (Fern), but the general mood was one of subdued disappointment.
The event, hosted by Sally Amaki and Jon Kabira, wasn’t short on spectacle. Big names like Kacey Musgraves, Finn Wolfhard, Rina Sawayama, J Balvin, and Mayu Matsuoka handed out trophies, bringing together anime’s global reach with celebrity clout. Musical acts like Creepy Nuts and LiSA lit up the night, turning the awards show into a full-fledged celebration.
One of the most heartfelt moments came when Attack on Titan received the first-ever ‘Global Impact Award’, honouring its decade-long influence. With the final episode airing in late 2024, the award is a fitting farewell to a series that reshaped anime storytelling on a global scale.
Other big winners included Look Back as ‘Film of the Year’, Demon Slayer for ‘Best Continuing Series’ and ‘Best Animation’, and Dan Da Dan for ‘Best Character Design’ and ‘Opening Sequence’.
While the night showcased anime’s rising global footprint, it also sparked a familiar debate: should mass popularity decide what’s “best,” or should quiet brilliance be given more space to shine? Either way, anime’s reach and the passion of its fans are only growing.
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Kendrick Lamar and Taylor Swift headline 2025 American Music Awards in Las Vegas
All eyes are on Las Vegas as the American Music Awards returns this Monday, bringing an evening of music, star-studded performances, and tight competition. This year, Kendrick Lamar leads the pack with 10 nominations.
The AMAs, driven entirely by fan votes, will go live on CBS at 8 p.m. Eastern, with Jennifer Lopez hosting the red carpet and main event. Lamar is one of the top contenders for 'Artist of the Year', a category that also includes Taylor Swift, who currently holds a record-breaking 40 AMA wins. Swift, riding the high of the most successful concert tour in history, will go up against names like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Morgan Wallen, SZA, and Zach Bryan.
Lamar’s fiery track “Not Like Us,” born out of his public feud with Drake, is in the running for Song of the Year. The track, which became a cultural moment after Lamar performed it at the Super Bowl, swept five Grammys earlier this year. It’s also currently caught in legal controversy, with Drake filing a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over its release.
Post Malone, another major player this year, has secured eight nominations. He’s competing in categories such as ‘Favourite Male Country Artist’ and ‘Favourite Country Album’ for his project “F-1 Trillion.” Known for shifting between rap, rock, and country, Malone continues to challenge expectations.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, which already snagged top honours at the Grammys, is in contention for ‘Album of the Year’ and ‘Favourite Country Album’. She’s also among the nominees for ‘Favourite Female Country Artist’, proving her continued push into new musical territories.
Beyond the awards, the evening will also recognise icons in the industry. Janet Jackson is set to receive the Icon Award for her global influence, while Rod Stewart will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his enduring career.
The night will be a mix of nostalgia and new energy, with performances lined up from Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, Rod Stewart, Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson, and Benson Boone. With such a mix of talent and tension, this year’s AMAs could be one for the books.
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Brooklyn Beckham’s emotional post deepens rift with parents David and Victoria
Brooklyn Beckham’s latest Instagram post has sparked fresh concern about his relationship with his family, especially with parents David and Victoria Beckham.
The 26-year-old, now based in Los Angeles with wife Nicola Peltz, posted a video of the couple on a motorbike, soundtracked by Lana Del Rey. But it was the caption that turned heads: “My whole world x I will love you forever x I always choose you baby.” Nicola shared the post with a reply: “I’ve always got you baby.”
The message, simple as it may seem, came at a time when public signs of strain between Brooklyn and his family have been mounting. His absence from both of David Beckham’s 50th birthday celebrations, one in Miami and one in London, didn’t go unnoticed. Nor did his silence on Mother’s Day, when his siblings and father publicly celebrated Victoria.
Insiders say that tension between Brooklyn and his younger brother Romeo, reportedly over Romeo’s girlfriend Kim Turnbull, who briefly dated Brooklyn years ago, may have added to the growing distance. But others suggest the cracks go further back, starting around Brooklyn and Nicola’s lavish Florida wedding in 2022. Nicola is said to have ignored Romeo’s then-girlfriend Mia Regan at the time, something that reportedly baffled guests.
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Despite Victoria’s recent post tagging all her children, including Brooklyn, and David’s Mother’s Day message that included him, the silence from Brooklyn’s end has been consistent. His recent trip to London, during which he reportedly didn’t inform his family, has only fuelled the narrative of estrangement.
Meanwhile, Cruz Beckham posted a family photo including Brooklyn, alongside a heartfelt message for their parents. “I love you guys more than anything,” he wrote, perhaps attempting to mend the image of a family unravelling.
While some fans online defended Brooklyn’s message as a romantic gesture, others criticised it for being insensitive, hinting it may have been a deliberate move to underline his current distance from his family.
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Sources close to the Beckhams described the situation as heart-breaking, saying Brooklyn’s latest post “felt like a dagger.” Despite everything, the source added, “David and Victoria will always be there for him.”
Whether reconciliation is possible remains to be seen, but the silence between them is starting to speak louder than any post.
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Rosamund Pike punched in the face during terrifying London phone robbery
Rosamund Pike has opened up about a frightening incident that happened years ago on the streets of London. While speaking in a recent interview, the Gone Girl and The Wheel of Time actress shared how she was attacked during a phone theft, a crime that has become alarmingly common in the city.
Pike was walking down a London street in 2006, speaking to her mother on the phone, when a young man on a bicycle rode past and punched her in the face, snatching her phone mid-conversation. Her mother heard a scream, then silence before the line went dead. “She thought something terrible had happened,” Pike said. “It was 15 minutes of panic before I could reach her again.”
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The attacker left her with a bruised cheek. Although the physical injury healed, Pike admitted that the experience left her shaken and angry. “He just came out of nowhere and hit me before I even saw his face,” she said.
Pike later made her way to a pub, where she borrowed a phone to call her mum back. “That short silence was probably more traumatic for her than the whole thing was for me,” she added.
The actress was speaking during a radio appearance to promote her thriller Hallow Road, a film about a distressed phone call from a daughter to her parents, a plot that reminded her of her own moment of fear.
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Phone snatching in London has surged in recent years. According to police data, over 70,000 mobile phones were stolen in the capital last year, many by attackers on bikes. The City of Westminster recorded the highest number of thefts, followed by Camden and Southwark.
In another incident, former tennis player Annabel Croft was targeted outside King’s Cross station by a masked man on a bike. Although he rode off with her phone, he dropped it during the escape.
London’s Deputy Mayor for Policing, Kaya Comer-Schwartz, acknowledged that more must be done to curb such thefts. She called on tech companies to help make stolen phones harder to sell or reuse illegally.
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Pike, who grew up in London, didn’t say if she ever filed a report. But nearly two decades later, the memory of that moment still lingers: a sudden attack, a bruised cheek, and a mother left waiting in fear on the other end of a dead phone line.
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