Kangana Ranaut's much anticipated film Thalaivii released in theatres today (September 10). The multilingual movie has the actress essaying the role of former actress-turned-politician late Jayalalithaa. In a recent press interaction held in Delhi for the film's promotions, the actress opened up about joining politics in real life as well. As per a report in IANS, Kangana told reporters, "And as far as entering politics is concerned, I might need a lot of support from the public but right now I am happy to be an actress. But if tomorrow people like me and support me, then definitely I would love to." Kangana Ranaut On Thalaivii: It Is Not Fair To Say I Will Win National Award For This Movie She also expressed her disappointment over multiplex owners refusing to screen her film in Hindi owing to their disagreement over the gap between its theatrical and OTT release and shared, "This movie might not be released in Hindi in multiplexes and multiplexes have …
Naseeruddin Shah On Why SRK, Aamir & Salman Don’t Speak On Socio-Political Issues: They Have So Much To Lose
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah believes that the three Khans of Bollywood- Shah Rukh, Salman and Aamir despite ruling the film industry, choose to keep mum on socio-political issues as they stand out to lose a lot. The Main Hoon Na actor was speaking with NDTV. Not the one to mince his words, Naseeruddin said, "Obviously they're worried because of the extent of harassment they will be subjected to." He further continued, "I cannot speak for them but I can imagine they have so much to lose. They would be subjected to all kinds, all manner of harassment, not just financial. Their entire establishments will get harassed." Ratna Pathak Shah Reveals What Attracted Her To Naseeruddin; Says There Was No 'Rona Dhona' At Their Wedding The actor clarified that he has never faced discrimination in the industry for being a Muslim but added that actors do get harrassed for speaking their minds. Kuttey: Arjun Kapoor, Tabu, Konkona Sen Sharma, Radhika Madan & …
‘Worst Kind of Politics’: Biden Bashes GOP Governors Who Balk at Vaccine Mandates
President Biden had harsh words for Republican governors who are fighting Covid-19 vaccine mandates in the midst of the pandemic. “We’re facing a lot of pushback, especially from some of the Republican governors,” Biden said in a speech delivered from the White House on Thursday. “The governors of Florida and Texas are doing everything they can to undermine the life-saving requirements that I’ve proposed.” “This is the worst kind of politics because it’s putting the lives of citizens of their states, especially children, at risk,” Biden said of the GOP governors. “And I refuse to give in to it.” "This is the worst kind of politics cause it's putting the lives of citizens of their states, especially children, at risk. And I refuse to give into it," President Biden says on GOP governors undermining 'the life saving requirements I've proposed' on Covid vaccines . pic.twitter.com/rW9sRYaiNp — MSNBC (@MSNBC) September 16, 2021 In Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis …
Emmys Go Light On Politics With A ‘Vax’ Quip About Nicki Minaj And Stephen Colbert’s Bit About The California Recall
Shortly after the Emmys started, Cedric the Entertainer quipped about vaccinations, “We had to get vaxed to come. I got vaxed. I did not have a reaction like Nicki Minaj’s cousin’s friend.” The reference to the the singer’s now infamous tweet — one that drew attention of Tucker Carlson and Joe Biden’s White House — was a prelude to what was to come for much of the show. As in recent years, representation and diversity were an enduring theme. The cast of Reservation Dogs made a statement about the representation of indigenous people, and the hopes for change, while Yet in general, winners’ speeches avoided partisan statements, nor was there much in the way of the PSA: The night didn’t see stars message, in speech after speech, the need for everyone to get vaxed, although it was pretty clear that those in the room were just that. Ken Jeong did a skit in which he’s held up by a guard outside the Emmy venue to show proof of vaccination. “This ivermectin is not mine, it’s left …
Howie Mandel Fuming Over Political Correctness Destroying Comedy
TMZ.com Howie Mandel is pissed about the state of stand-up comedy ... and he's blaming political correctness for its demise. We got the comedian and " America's Got Talent " judge leaving Craig's Thursday night in WeHo, and he launched into a tirade about why comedy sucks now ... for comedians. Howie harkened back to legends like Richard Pryor -- who were revered for pushing the envelope -- but said anyone who tries that today runs the risk of destroying their whole career. It's gotten so bad, Howie says he's actually afraid to crack jokes in public. As for what made him start thinking about this ... Howie doesn't name names. But, we're thinking it could be Norm Macdonald , who dropped a down syndrome reference while trying to dig himself out of his #MeToo comments. …
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Investigative Unit Head Len Tepper Exits CBS News; Caitlin Conant Departs As Political Director
Len Tepper , who has led the investigative unit at CBS News , is leaving the network. Meanwhile, Caitlin Conant announced her departure as political director. Tepper has been executive director of CBS News Investigations, which just last week produced a series on military domestic violence, a two-year investigative project in which almost 40 survivors were interviewed. In an interview with Deadline, O’Donnell credited Tepper, along with producers Kristin Steve and Adam Verdugo, for the series. In an email to staff on Thursday, Tepper wrote, “It was a great honor to produce award winning investigative stories.” He thanked correspondents, bureau chiefs and executive and senior producers “who have supported and showcased the Unit’s work.” “As I embark on the next chapter of my career, I wish you all the very best and keep fighting for quality journalism,” he wrote in the email, which was obtained by Deadline. Watch on Deadline The investigative unit won a …
EXCLUSIVE! Teen Do Paanch’s Bidita Bag Says After Socio-Political Cinema She Wants To Do Commercial Films
Bidita Bag best known for tough characters in The Sholay Girl, Babumoshai Bandookbaa z, and Abhay , had a change of pace. The actress was recently seen in the comedy-drama Teen Do Paanch alongside Shreyas Talpade. The actress opened up about the Hotstar special, co-star Shreyas Talpade and her plans for future projects in an interview with Filmibeat . 1. After playing badass characters in Sholay Girl, Babumoshai Bandookbaaz and Bhaukaal what attracted you to take on Priyanka's role in Teen Do Paanch, a mother who wants to adopt three kids? It's not necessary that all my characters have to be tough and ready to fight. There are so many stories in the world, this is one of them. We don't have many films talking about adoption and the topic is something that is close to me. I have seen it in my family where the couple is trying to conceive but have work commitments or social pressure that gets in the way. In the film also, Priyanka and Vishal in the …
John Cena & Kathy Bates Join Brian Cox & Jodie Turner-Smith In Political Thriller ‘The Independent’
Oscar winner Kathy Bates ( Misery , American Horror Story ) and former WWE star John Cena ( F9: The Fast Saga ) are joining Brian Cox ( Succession ) and Jodie Turner-Smith ( Queen & Slim ) in political thriller feature The Independent . Set during “the final weeks of the most consequential presidential election in history,” the movie will follow an idealistic young journalist (Turner-Smith) who teams up with her idol (Cox) to uncover a conspiracy that places the fate of the election, and the country, in their hands. The Suicide Squad star Cena and Misery and Richard Jewell star Bates both play Presidential candidates. The Black List script is due to film in November of this year in NYC. Director is Amy Rice ( By The People: The Election Of Barack Obama ), who is currently wrapping documentary Broadway Rising . Pic is written by Evan Parter, who is currently writing the untitled John Dean movie with Chris Pine for Amazon. Ryan Cunningham …
Portland Cop Who Was Caught on Video Bashing the Head of a Protest Medic Won’t Be Charged With a Crime
A Portland cop who chased down and beat a protest medic, in one of the most harrowing incidents of police violence from the city’s Black Lives Matter protests last year, will not face criminal charges. The decision — announced in a news dump last Friday, prior to the three-day Labor Day weekend — has sparked outrage. Portland is a city where police brutality is rarely punished, even after months of demonstrations demanding accountability and the election of a district attorney who campaigned as a criminal-justice reformer. “In the wake of these momentous protests, to see that officer misconduct is still allowable, still justifiable? It’s outrageous to us,” says Zakir Khan, a prominent local civil rights advocate. “And it’s also exhausting to us, because there’s so much of this fight left to fight.” The incident in question took place after 11 p.m. on August 31st, 2020. Police-accountability protesters had gathered in the street outside the condo of police commissioner …
Justice Department Slams Portland Police for Unconstitutional Abuses
PORTLAND — The Department of Justice has delivered a striking rebuke of the Portland Police Bureau for its brutal policing of last year’s racial justice protests, calling out the police for violations of bureau policy and the U.S. constitution, while criticizing a leadership structure that “lacks critical self-assessment” and broadly views “all force as justified.” In the aftermath of the George Floyd murderer by Minneapolis policeman Derek Chauvin last May, Portland erupted in a months-long streak of nightly protest demanding racial justice and police accountability. (Portland protests also made national news after President Trump deployed federal officers, who clashed with protesters and swept suspects off the streets in unmarked vans.) The city’s activists recently got a shout out from Floyds’ younger brother Rodney after Chauvin was found guilty. “I’d like to thank the people that stayed in the streets marching night and day — the people of Portland stayed in the streets …
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