Category: ENTERTAINMENT

Los Angeles, Dec 12 (IANS) Hollywood star Adam Sandler has made a revelation about ‘Happy Gilmore 2’, and it’s bound to catch the attention of the hip-hop legend Eminem.

The actor appeared on ‘The Dan Patrick Show’ recently, and spilled the beans that the ‘Lose Yourself’ rapper, 52, will also feature in the film, reports ‘People’ magazine.

“I don’t know if they’re going to yell at me no matter what because they asked me not to do any press, but what do you want to say?”, Sandler said after show host Dan Patrick asked if he can discuss certain cameos in the movie.

“You say it and I’ll tell you if it’s good or bad to talk about.” “Can I talk about Eminem having a cameo?” Patrick said with a laugh. “Okay, yes, yes you can,” Sandler responded. “Eminem was cool, he came by, he was great”.

As per ‘People’, Sandler did not reveal exactly what role Eminem will play in the next Happy Gilmore movie, a sequel to his 1996 classic golf-based sports comedy, nor how he convinced the rapper to take part in the upcoming Netflix film.

“I can’t tell you all that but I’ve known Eminem for a long time, he’s a great guy and he came in and was funny as hell”, he said. “I think we just hung out a day with Eminem and he just shot and shot and he was insane. (He) said a million things we can use and a million that we’re glad we have him on tape”.

Netflix announced that Sandler would make a sequel to Happy Gilmore in May, two months after Christopher McDonald, who played the villainous golfer Shooter McGavin in ‘Happy Gilmore’, let it slip that a sequel was in development during a March 2024 interview.

In addition to McDonald, Kelce, Sandler, Patrick, Margaret Qualley and Eminem, the upcoming sequel will also feature Benny Safdie in “a juicy part”.

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Los Angeles, Dec 12 (IANS) Hollywood actor Austin Butler is set to reprise the role of Patrick Bateman in Luca Guadagnino‘s new interpretation of the book ‘American Psycho’ by Bret Easton Ellis for Lionsgate. The character was earlier played by the Hollywood star and the master of body transformations, Christian Bale in ‘American Psycho’.

While there had been rumors that Jacob Elordi was being eyed to play Patrick Bateman, that casting didn’t come to pass, reports ‘Variety’.

Elordi and Butler have something in common, having both played very different versions of Elvis in movies by Sofia Coppola (‘Priscilla’) and Baz Luhrmann (‘Elvis’), respectively.

As per ‘Variety’, the film, which features a script by Scott Z. Burns (‘The Laundromat’), will not be a remake of the 2000 film, but a new adaptation of Ellis’ novel. In the original movie, which came out in 2000 and is set in the 1980s, Christian Bale stars as Patrick Bateman, a Wall Street yuppie and serial killer.

Under the lens of Guadagnino, who is best known for ‘Call Me by Your Name’, ‘Challengers’ and most recently ‘Queer’, the new take on the book could have a larger erotic emphasis than the original horror satire. Guadagnino has also dabbed into genre in “Suspiria” and “Bones and All.” While Butler is attached to play the lead role in the movie, Guadagnino might have have interpreted the Patrick Bateman character in a much different way than its previous incarnation.

Guadagnino just wrapped the shoot of “After the Hunt” starring Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield. His previous two movies “Queer” and “Challengers” turned up in the Golden Globes nominations. Daniel Craig (“Queer”) was nominated for best actor, while Zendaya is vying for best actress in “Challengers,” which is also nominated for motion picture (musical or comedy) and music.

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New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s youngest sister Arpita Khan, who tags herself as a “foodie”, has come up with her very own restaurant in Mumbai and said that for generations, she and her family have celebrated through food, and it’s this deep-rooted connection that inspired her to take this passion to the next level.

Talking about opening her own restaurant “Mercii”, Arpita told IANS: “Food has always been an expression to us as a family. Our home has been a place where people are welcomed with warmth, and sharing a meal is the ultimate gesture of love and hospitality.”

“For generations, we’ve celebrated through food, and it’s this deep-rooted connection that inspired me to take this passion to the next level. When Ketul met me for this project , it felt like it was time to expand the family with the boys into a natural extension of our home.”

She revealed that the name Mercii holds a special meaning for her.

“It’s derived from the French word for ‘thank you,’ and for me, gratitude is fundamental. In today’s fast-paced world, where basic kindness and appreciation can sometimes feel forgotten, I wanted Mercii to serve as a reminder of the importance of giving back and saying ‘thank you’—to the people who work with us, those who dine with us, and the universe itself,” said Arpita.

She suggested that the “Potato Mille-Feuille with Périgord truffle” is a must try from the menu and her personal favourites include Rigatoni Arabiata Pasta, the delicious four cheese pizza and Coco Lobster.

Asked if she would describe herself as a foodie?

“Absolutely! I’ve always been someone who finds joy in exploring flavors, ingredients, and the stories behind them. For me, food is not just about taste, but about culture, tradition, and connection.”

Arpita, who is married to actor Aayush Sharma, revealed that her travels have introduced her to diverse cuisines and culinary techniques, which she loves discovering and sharing.

“Whether it’s enjoying a simple home-cooked meal or savoring an elaborate dish, I believe food has the power to create memories and bring people together,” said Arpita.

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Bollywood actress Sharvari, who is gearing up for her next “Alpha”, said that being the youngest spy is beyond a dream come true for her.

She expresses, “Honestly, I didn’t even realise this fact until recently when I was doing success interviews for Munjya’s 100 crore feat and it was pointed out to me! Being the youngest spy of YRF Spy Universe is beyond a dream come true.

She said that it is a responsibility and an extraordinary opportunity rolled into one.

“I have been a fan of these huge blockbuster films and the incredible superstars who have graced the screen as spies in this universe. To be a part of this legacy truly feels special. The YRF Spy Universe has a 100 percent hit rate and I hope Alpha extends this brilliant feat by giving people a visual experience that they can never forget!”

Sharvari said that she is incredibly grateful to Aditya Chopra for placing his trust in her.

She added: “I’m thankful to my director Shiv Rawail for feeling that I can deliver on his vision.”

“Alpha”, directed by Shiv Rawail of The Railway Men fame, is set to hit theatres on December 25, 2025. The film also stars Alia Bhatt.

In other news, Sharvari last month was having troubles with sleeping and hence has asked for “tips” as she is super exhausted.

Sharvari took to Instagram stories, where she wrote: “Super exhausted.. But not getting any sleep.. Tips please.”

The actress shared a string of glimpses of herself along with her “cheat meal” and her pet, a dalmatian. In one picture the actress is seen making a funny face while in a clip, she is seen getting her hair done.

In the clip, Sharvari is seen asking her hairstylist about how many dozens of pins has she put in the actress’ hair, to which the hairstylist hilariously replies only 10 to 12 and not “dozens.”

For the caption, she wrote: “Me, Miso & My diet being funny this month.”

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Harnaaz Sandhu, who is the winner of the Miss Universe 2021 beauty pageant, is all set to make her debut in Hindi cinema with the Tiger Shroff-starrer “Baaghi 4”.

An announcement was made on X by the official handle of Nadiadwala Grandson, which read: “From #MissUniverse to the #BaaghiUniverse! Presenting our new #NGETalent, the lady Rebel in #Baaghi4 – @HarnaazKaur #SajidNadiadwala’s #Baaghi4 Directed by @NimmaAHarsha Releasing in cinemas on 5th Sept 2025.”

Harnaaz is the third entrant from India to win Miss Universe. She was previously feted with the crown for Femina Miss India Punjab in 2019, and was a semifinalist at Femina Miss India 2019 pageant.

Born in Gurdaspur district, Punjab, Harnaaz in 2006, she moved to England, before returning to India two years later and settling in Chandigarh. Prior to becoming Miss Universe, Sandhu was pursuing a master’s degree in public administration.

On December 10, it was announced that actress Sonam Bajwa is set to star alongside Tiger Shroff in ‘Baaghi 4’. Filming for the film has begun.

It was on November 18, Tiger announced the fourth installment of his “Baaghi” franchise, which will be directed by A. Harsha, and that the actioner will hit the screens on September 5, 2025.

Talking about the franchise, “Baaghi”, an action thriller, first released in 2016 and was directed by Sabbir Khan. A partial remake of the 2004 Telugu film “Varsham” with a climax inspired by the 2011 Indonesian film “The Raid: Redemption”. The film had Tiger, Shraddha Kapoor and Sudheer Babu.

“Baaghi 2”, which was directed by Ahmed Khan, released in 2018. It was a remake of the Telugu film “Kshanam”. The second installment had Tiger alongside Disha Patani, Manoj Bajpayee, Darshan Kumar, Prateik Babbar, Randeep Hooda, Deepak Dobriyal and Arravya Sharma.

The third installment of the movie, which was again directed by Ahmed Khan, was partially inspired from Tamil film Vettai, stars Tiger Shroff, Riteish Deshmukh and Shraddha Kapoor in lead roles.

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Tagging the claims as “fabricated lies”, actress Sai Pallavi has debunked rumours about turning vegetarian for ‘Ramayana’, where she will be seen playing the role of Sita alongside Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor’s Lord Rama.

The actress took to X, formerly called Twitter, where she warned of legal action against any “cooked up crappy story”. According to media reports, the actress has always followed a vegetarian diet.

Sai Pallavi penned a note after a Tamil publication claimed that she has given up non-vegetarian food, as she is playing the role of Sita.

The actress wrote: “Most of the times, Almost every-time, I choose to stay silent whenever I see baseless rumours/ fabricated lies/ incorrect statements being spread with or without motives(God knows) but it’s high-time that I react as it keeps happening consistently and doesn’t seem to cease; especially around the time of my films’ releases/ announcements/ cherish-able moments of my career!”

She added: “Next time I see any “reputed” page or media/ individual carrying a cooked up crappy story in the name of news or gossip then you will hear from me legally! Period!”

Talking about the film, directed by Nitesh Tiwari, actor Ranbir Kapoor described it as “India’s greatest story” to deadline.com. He had also revealed that he finished shooting part one of the film and will “shoot part 2 soon”.

Ranbir said, “I am currently working on a film called Ramayan, which is India’s greatest story. It’s being produced by Namit Malhotra…It’s got artists, creators and different crew members from all around the world. It’s made over two parts. It’s the story of Lord Ram and Raavan and it’s India’s greatest story.”

He added: “And to say it to this new generation with the kind of technology that we have, it’s a very exciting and very gratifying opportunity for me as an actor, especially to play the part of Lord Ram.”

The film also stars Yash will be playing Ravana in the film. Lara Dutta will essay the role of Kaikeyi, Sunny Deol as Hanuman.

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Los Angeles, Dec 12 (IANS) Singer-actress Selena Gomez said that she seeks a “collaborative” approach to filmmaking and that she has “never wanted to be the centre of attention”.

The 32-year-old actress spoke about her experience of working with “collaborative” filmmakers, like Jacques Audiard, who directed ‘Emilia Perez’.

The actress told variety.com: “I’ve never wanted to be the centre of attention, so I love working with filmmakers that make it feel collaborative. Jacques was like a little kid.”

“He would get so excited when we’d do something right, and he would let us know – even though I couldn’t understand him half the time. I was appreciative.”

Asked if Audiard, who was born in Paris, spoke French during the shoot, Gomez replied: “It was such a weird experience. We had translators; we had coaches; we had Jacques’ interpreter. French, English, Spanish – it was the wildest combination, but he pulled it off.”

Gomez doesn’t enjoy being the centre of attention, she’s still keen to test herself as an actress.

She said: “I have been acting and singing my whole life, but this is all a new experience for me. I’m really proud of the choices I’ve made, because I go for the parts that scare me a little. That’s the rush I crave.”

She achieved billionaire status earlier this year, and she recently admitted that she feels “really proud” of her success.

Despite this, Gomez doesn’t feel as though success has changed her at all.

Talking about her billionaire status, she told The Hollywood Reporter: “I don’t really pay much attention. I don’t think anything about me has changed. I don’t think that I feel different. I think I’m just really proud. And also, personally, I just don’t think it’s anyone’s business.”

Recently, Gomez talked about loneliness in Hollywood and offered a helping hand to those who are struggling

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Actress Rashmika Madanna is overwhelmed with the response her character Srivalli and her latest release “Pushpa: The Rule” is getting and has expressed her gratitude on social media.

Rashmika took to Instagram, where she shared a string of pictures of herself dressed in burnt orange saree. She completed her look with deep kohlled eyes, gajra, nude lips and heavy earrings with a triple layer “kaan sahara” chain.

For the caption, she wrote: “You guys were asking me to post this lewk and here it is! Thankyou .. THANK YOU for all your love for Pushpa and Srivalli guys! If you guys have watched I hope you’ll enjoyed it and do watch it again.. if you haven’t please go watch it Mwah! Loads of love my loves.”

On December 9, Rashmika shared that she has already started to miss her much loved character “Srivalli.” She took to her Instagram stories, where she posted a glimpse of her character from the shoot of the film.

“I am starting to miss Srivalli already,” she wrote as the caption.

Rashmika reprised her role of Srivalli alongside Allu Arjun in Sukumar’s action drama. Also starring Fahadh Faasil, “Pushpa 2” released in theatres on December 5.

She will next be seen in ‘The Girlfriend’. On December 8, a new poster of the upcoming Telugu movie starring Rashmika was unveiled.

The poster reads, “Vijay Deverakonda will introduce ‘The Girlfriend’”.

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who are two of the leading stars in India, are rumoured to be dating, and the Internet users brought that up in the comments.

Earlier, Rashmika celebrated the “very special” month of December with the 1st anniversary of her movie ‘Animal’.

She wrote on the video, “December has indeed been very very special to me. So grateful. Swami swami swami.Thank you Thank you Thank”.

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Actress Manjari Fadnnis has spoken about all that she is thankful for in 2024 and said that she has come a long way while it still feels like she is only getting started.

“It’s been a year of lots of new beginnings. Reinventing myself, rewiring my system feels so good and so much to look forward to… This year my film ‘Chalti Rahe Zindagi’ which was getting so much love since the last 2 years at so many festivals, finally released and the love of critics & audience here in India was so fulfilling.”

The actress talked about finally beginning her journey in the music industry with her first single releasing.

“Collaborating with Meenakshi Seshadhri who I have adored since I was a little girl…. Winning Femina Maharashtra achieves 2024… to my new car. All Feels like such an accomplishment and a validation for all these years I have been a part of this beautiful industry.”

“Especially for a teenager who came all those years back without knowing a single person in Mumbai in the film industry, having been told it’s a short span career to have been thriving in the industry for more than 17 years…”

“I think I’ve come a long way while it still feels like I’m only getting started.”

Talking about her new year resolution, she said: “Resolutions I feel are always jinxed. So instead i’d like to call them my ‘Intent of 2025’ – I want to get to the personal best fitness level possible… Work on my voice everyday & create lots of music…”

“Go on a road trip every other month… Be more social (I’m a homebody so need to be pushed out)… I made that 1 long trip. I have been procrastinating for many years… Spend more time with my close friends & my family… Read at least 24 books in the year… & Make a lot of Money!”

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Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) Actress Rakul Preet Singh looked every-inch a doll dressed in a silver sequined top paired with a black skirt.

The actress took to her Instagram, where she shared a string of images flaunting her stunning outfit. In the image, Rakul wore a sequined top and a thigh high slit long skirt. She completed the look with a sequined choker.

For her make-up, she went for a smokey eye look with nude lips and chose to leave her tresses open.

“Top it up with a little shimmer,” she wrote as the caption.

A few days ago, Rakul, who is married to actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani shared a few pictures dressed in an electric blue jumpsuit.

She wrote: “Aaj feeling hai beautiful.”

Last month, Rakul shared a heartfelt tribute to the two most important people in her life, her parents, whom she credits with teaching her the true meaning of love.

In a touching post, Rakul wished her parents, mother Rini Singh and father Kulvinder Singh, on their wedding anniversary, expressing her admiration and gratitude for the love they share.

Alongside it, Rakul wrote in the caption, “Happy anniversary to my pillars two people who showed me the meaning of love, mutual respect and partnership. Mommyyy and popsiiii your journey together has shaped our lives in ways I can’t even express. May your love continue to shine brightly forever n ever . Love you both so sooo much! @rinisingh491 @kayjay.singh. (sic)”

Wishing her in-laws, Rakul’s husband and actor-producer Jackky Bhagnani posted a smiling photo of his father and mother-in-law, calling them the “most loving parents.”

For the caption, Jackky wrote, “Happy Anniversary to the most loving parents. Wishing you both a day filled with love, joy and beautiful memories as you celebrate all the years of laughter, care and warmth you’ve shared. Your love is the building block in our lives, every room lights up with your presence and I am so grateful for the love and support you have always shown. Here’s to a lifetime of happiness and togetherness.”

On the professional front, Rakul Preet Singh was last seen in “Indian 2” alongside Kamal Haasan and Siddharth. The film was directed by S Shankar.

She will next be seen in the upcoming film “De De Pyaar De 2” alongside Ajay Devgn and R Madhavan. Rakul and Devgn will be reprising their roles from the first part.

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