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Netflix today launched the trailer of its first Telugu original film, Pitta Kathalu. The four-part anthology film is directed by four of the finest stalwarts of Telugu cinema – Tharun Bhascker, B.V. Nandini Reddy, Nag Ashwin, and Sankalp Reddy.
Pitta Kathalu, which means short stories in Telugu, tells the stories of four distinctly bold women. Bringing these characters to life are Eesha Rebba, Lakshmi Manchu, Amala Paul and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. Pitta Kathalu also stars Ashima Narwal, Jagapathi Babu, Satya Dev, Saanve Megghana, Sanjith Hegde among many other well-known names.
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The four films – Ramula (Tharun Bhascker), Meera (B.V. Nandini Reddy), X Life (Nag Ashwin), and Pinky (Sankalp Reddy) – take the audience on a journey through love, desire, deceit, and power, viewed through the lens of women fighting for what’s theirs.
Produced by Ronnie Screwvala’s RSVP Movies and Ashi Dua Sara’s Flying Unicorn Entertainment, Pitta Kathalu will premiere exclusively on 19th February on Netflix across 190 countries.
“I am glad to be a part of Netflix’s first anthology film – Pitta Kathalu. X-Life is a story that is ahead of its time yet relatable for the audience. And shooting it was such a fun experience. My pairing with Sanjith Hegde is very interesting as he brought whole new energy and talent to the project. I love director Nag Ashwin’s vision and the story he has woven which is very relevant today. To have a poignant part in that narrative was indeed exciting and interesting to an essay. Playing a character of a woman who is strong and speaks up against the preconceived notions of society was an incredible experience. While the story is set in a futuristic world, it is seen in some form or the other in today’s world as well and I hope audiences can understand the seriousness of it,” added Shruti Haasan.
Witness stories of distinctly bold women unfold exclusively on Netflix as Pitta Kathalu begins streaming on 19th February 2021
After a series of memorable performances, actor Mahie Gill will now be a part of the upcoming war-epic 1962: The War In The Hills.
She will essay the role of Shagun Singh – an honorable army wife and will star against her former co-star Abhay Deol.
Incidentally, the two will be seen on-screen together after their work in Dev-D. Directed by Mahesh Manjrekar, 1962: The War In The Hills also stars Sumeet Vyas, Akash Thosar amongst many other prominent actors – details of which will be announced soon.
The Hotstar Specials series – 1962: The War in the Hills is inspired by true events and narrates an untold story of bravery and valour and how an army of 125 Indians stood against 3000 Chinese.
Speaking about the series, Actor Mahie Gill said “1962: The War In The Hills is a rather special show for me. There was once a time when I applied to and was selected to be a part of our armed forces. And today, I get to play a pivotal role in a war series, not as a soldier but as a proud army wife. I believe that families who support our jawans through everything are also heroes. My character Shagun is not the typical army-wife that’s showcased in movies or shows; she is strong and resilient and is fighting her own personal battles.”
Mahie Gill’s character in the series, Shagun Singh, is that of a resilient wife and mother who stands strong even in the most adverse times. Hotstar Specials presents 1962: The War in The Hills is slated for release on 26th February 2021 only on Disney+ Hotstar VIP and Disney+ Hotstar Premium.
After years of experimenting with music that defines him best, Azaan Sami Khan has just unveiled his debut solo album. He took to his Instagram to reveal the album cover, along with an exciting tracklist and the release date of his first single.
Titled ‘Main Tera’, the album is a step in another direction for the musician who is known for producing some of the major OSTs.
The title track of the album which serves as the first single is all set to release on February 10th, 2021. While Khan’s own voice and song-writing skills will be at the helm for the very first time, the album overall is a cohesive effort.![]()
“I wanted to do my own album for many years, and have managed to infuse a lot of personal elements in it. It has come from a lot of places and has everything that I have personally composed. Having said that, I’ve had the fortune of working with tremendous music producers. I was very lucky that my work in films allowed me to build a very strong team,” he said, hinting at some interesting collaborations.
Speaking of which, the 9-song tracklist also reveals a collaboration with the legendary maestro Ustaad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, for starters. The full tracklist includes songs titled Maahiya, Dholna, Mein Tera, Jaadugari, Aashiqui, Ik Lamha, Meri Sajna Re feat. Ustaad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Zama, and Tu. In addition, there’s a Bonus side revealing versions of the songs performed at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London and something interesting to see, a “Karachi Mix” of the song Jaadugari.
Being a part of the industry since a young age surely has its pros and cons, but Khan knows where his priorities lie.
“For me, the fans and the listeners are the most important. So far, they have given me so much love for my compositions in films, so it is equally important for them to know that I haven’t compromised anything when it came to sharing my own album with them. The idea is to give them the absolute best experience that I can,” he further added.
Love is in the air! As we step into February, the month of love and romance, this year, break free from the routine, to bring a huge smile to your beloved ones face and show how much you love them.
Valentine’s day recipes from Executive Chef Amit Kocharekar, The Resort Mumbai
Burrata citrus greens, Roma tomato, and strawberry salad
Ingredients: Burrata 250 gms, Fresh oranges juice 200 gms, Extra virgin olive oil 150 gms, Rucola leaves 40gms, Mahabaleshwar strawberry 50gms, Roma tomato 60gms, Pesto 20gms, Micro herbs 5gms![]()
Method: –
- Place the pesto in the middle and keep the burrata on top
- Place Rucola, fresh strawberry, and roma tomato around the burrata
- Put citrus dressing along with extra virgin olive oil on top
- Put some black pepper and micro herbs on top
Wildberry cheesecake
Ingredients:
- Philadelphia cheese 225gms
- Milk made 80gms
- Whipped cream 110gms
- Gelatin leaves 4gms
- Cream 60 gms
- Fresh raspberry, blueberry, red currant 150gms
- For cake base
- Cookies 100gms
- Butter 40gms

Method:-
- Beat the cream cheese and add milk in it to make a smooth mixture
- Then add whipped cream and gelatin in it.
- In the meanwhile, make cookies crumb and add butter in it. Put it into the cake mould base
- Pour half of the cake mixture in the cake mould base and put some fresh berry compote. Add remaining batter then freeze it.
- Once it is done de-mould the cake. Garnish with berry compote and gold leaf.
Inspired by real-life instances, the world of the web has been delivering exceptional stories which often leads the audience to relive their past experiences.
One of the platforms that has created a space in the hearts of the audience is Arunabh Kumar founded The Viral Fever, also known as TVF.
Over the years, they have made web-series that are relatable to every generation.
And now, they are all set to release the sequel of their much-awaited web-series, College Romance, which was created by TVF’s Delhi Based Brand- Timeliners.
Starring Manjot Singh, Apoorva Arora, Keshav Sadhna, Gagan Arora, and Shreya Mehta in lead roles, the story showcases the journey of Trippy, Naira, Karan, Bagga, and Deepika’s college experiences.
Having impressed the audience since 2018, with a whooping 150MN Views in 1st season, the Apoorva Singh Karki directorial is all set to fill our screens with drama, romance, and nostalgia in its 2nd coming on SonyLiv.
Talking about it, Arunabh Kumar shares, “College Romance captures the true essence of the college experiences in campuses like Delhi University which we all cherish in life. Since we believe in creating stories that are relatable, the idea to bring back these characters whose essence we will find in almost every friend group was harboring in our minds. We had to make sure that it stood true to the expectations of the audience after the success of the first season. The entire team led by Apoorva has worked hard for the project and the positive reviews have made us happy.”
Manjot Singh, who will be seen reprising his role of Trippy, shared what can be expected of the sequel.
He says, “Just like season one, Karan, Naira, and Trippy will be seen going through rough patches, but no matter what they will always have each other’s backs. Not even their love interests can invade the bond the trio share. We had a great time reconnecting with each other, which made our shooting experience for College Romance 2 even more memorable. The audience had showered us with their love and affection. Its always a delight to work with TVF who are the makers of the best web shows in India like Panchayat & Gullak. Nobody tells a story like they do.”
The reviews of College Romance have gathered so many appreciation that most of the reviewers have mentioned that after watching this series you may go back to your old college buddies and have a hearty laugh on silly jokes which will give you nostalgic feelings of college days.
Helmed by Apoorva Singh Karki, College Romance Season 2 will premiere on SonyLIV and TVF Play from January 29th, 2021.
Hold your breath! Netflix just dropped the trailer of its upcoming murder mystery – The Girl On The Train.
As Parineeti embarks on her journey in the train, you will follow her into a night she cannot remember and a crime she cannot forget!![]()
The thriller, written and directed by Ribhu Dasgupta and produced by Reliance Entertainment, is all set to embark on its journey on February 26, 2021.
The Girl On The Train – an official adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ bestselling book by the same name – is the story of Meera (Parineeti Chopra), a lawyer with a dark past and a broken marriage who suffers from short-term amnesia.![]()
To get over her loneliness, she fixates on the perfect lives of a couple she sees in their home from the train she takes daily. One day, she witnesses something unexpected that breaks her trust and she takes it upon herself to unravel the truth that shocks her. She gets unknowingly involved in a ruthless crime that she decides to solve.![]()
Director and Writer of The Girl On The Train, Ribhu Dasgupta shares, “The book enticed me tremendously, and I am excited to have the opportunity to bring this version of the story to screens around the world. This film has been a real ride of emotion and passion for me. I am happy that the trailer will drop on Netflix and everyone will see a glimpse of the world we have created.”
“The Girl On The Train was an entirely different experience for me as I have never played this kind of role before. Getting into the character of Meera Kapoor and working closely with Ribhu to bring her to life was an immense learning experience for me. As an actor, I have always wanted to challenge myself with more, and this role gave me the opportunity to do so. The Girl On The Train will take the audiences on a dark journey trying to piece together the reality of who actually committed the crime and have them guessing the truth!, added Parineeti Chopra.
The Girl On The Train streams exclusively on Netflix from 26th February 2021!
When a musical piece warms the cockles of her heart, there’s no looking back for Mrunal Thakur. The actress recently shot for a song with Guru Randhawa titled Abhi Na Chhodo Mujhe.
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Shot in Kashmir’s Gulmarg region, the music video is a heartwarming love story set against the backdrop of the picturesque locations in the Valley. The actress, despite in between multiple commitments, took a week off to shoot for the number. Donning a cute unique look that’s very different from what one usually recognizes her for.
The best part for her, however, was the shooting process. Onlookers say that Mrunal and Guru have a warm off-screen camaraderie playing a romantic pair for the video
“Their friendship bloomed into beautiful chemistry on screen. The vibe of the song is extremely energetic and the song has turned out beautifully,” adds the source.
The song was shot with a slim crew over a few days in Kashmir. The schedule was a nice break for the actress away in the snowy locales of Kashmir.
Tiger Shroff’s Casanova which released on January 15 was his second single song after ‘Unbelievable’. Tiger may have entered new grounds but the venture proved successful and Tiger has now come out with the acoustic version of his song Casanova.
Casanova released to great reviews from fans and people could not stop praising the star for his newfound talent. People updated their status suggesting how they were hearing the song on loop or couldn’t get it off their mind, some even mentioned not being able to help themselves but ending up grooving to his music
Hope you guys like this take on #casanova ❤️ out now on my YouTube channel! (link in bio)
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Tiger has been lauded for his acting, dancing, and performances in action sequences and now he has added singing to his skill set. It won’t be a stretch to say that he is a man of many skills and his star just keeps growing alongside his talent.
Tiger’s upcoming movies boast the likes of Rambo, Heropanti 2, Baaghi 4, and Ganpath. Meanwhile, Casanova is winning a lot of hearts, go and watch the song and video now if you haven’t already.