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Director Tejas remembers shooting Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Ground Zero’ in Baramulla

Director Tejas remembers shooting Emraan Hashmi's 'Ground Zero' in Baramulla

Director Tejas Vijay Deoskar, in an interview with India Today Digital, shared his experience of shooting ‘Ground Zero’ in Baramulla, Kashmir. The film, starring Emraan Hashmi in the lead, will release in theatres on April 25.

Tejas Vijay Deoskar remembers shooting for ‘Ground Zero’ in Baramulla.

Director Tejas Vijay Deoskar is thrilled about the release of his upcoming film ‘Ground Zero’, featuring Emraan Hashmi in the lead. Set against the tense backdrop of conflict-hit Kashmir, Tejas opened up about his experience filming in the valley and his memorable encounters with fans in Baramulla.

In an exclusive interview with India Today Digital, Tejas shared the unforgettable experience of filming ‘Ground Zero’ in Baramulla, a town in Kashmir that had never witnessed a film shoot before.

Carlos Santana Postpones San Antonio Concert After Health Scare, Tour Continues

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Carlos Santana postponed his San Antonio concert after suffering dehydration before the show. The 76-year-old is recovering, with tour dates continuing as scheduled and a rescheduled date for San Antonio to be announced.

Carlos Santana was forced to postpone his concert at San Antonio’s Majestic Theatre on Tuesday evening after falling ill shortly before the show. The iconic guitarist, known for his high-energy stage performances, was scheduled to perform as part of his Oneness Tour, which kicked off on April 16 in California.

According to a statement from his manager, Michael Vrionis, Santana was in his dressing room preparing for the performance when he began feeling unwell. He was later diagnosed with dehydration.

Fawad Khan condemns Pahalgam attack amid Abir Gulaal ban by film federation

Fawad Khan condemns Pahalgam attack amid Abir Gulaal ban by film federation

Actor Fawad Khan condemned the Pahalgam terror attack after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) announced a blanket ban on Pakistani artists. His film, ‘Abir Gulaal’, which was slated for release on May 9, has now been banned.

Actor Fawad Khan condemned the Pahalgam terror attack after Indian film federation imposed a blanket ban on his upcoming film, ‘Abir Gulaal’.

Pakistani actor Fawad Khan wrote that he was deeply saddened by the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed the lives of at least 26 people. His message comes at a time when the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) announced a blanket ban on Pakistani artists. It is to be noted that Fawad’s upcoming film, ‘Abir Gulaal’, with Vaani Kapoor slated for a release on May 9, will not see the light of the day.


Terror coming from one place, ruining faith: Actor Ridhi Dogra on Pahalgam attack

Terror coming from one place, ruining faith: Actor Ridhi Dogra on Pahalgam attack

Actor Ridhi Dogra, whose film ‘Abir Gulaal’ has been halted due to collaboration with Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, reacted to the Pahalgam terror attack. She wrote that terror is coming from one place, ruining faith and humanity.

Actor Ridhi Dogra reacted to Pahalgam terror attack amid ban for her film, ‘Abir Gulaal’

Actor Ridhi Dogra has come down heavily on the terrorists who carried out the ghastly attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of at least 26 people. She recalled how Kashmir, which was flourishing, has been attacked by terrorists yet again. This comes amid the film federation’s ban against her upcoming film ‘Abir Gulaal’ for collaborating with Pakistani actor Fawad Khan.

Kesari 2 box office Day 6: Akshay Kumar’s film nears Rs 50 crore before 2nd weekend

Kesari 2 box office Day 6: Akshay Kumar's film nears Rs 50 crore before 2nd weekend

While Akshay Kumar’s ‘Kesari Chapter 2’ has kept a decent face at the box office so far, it will be challenged by new releases in theatres from this weekend. There’s also ‘Jaat’, which has not gone out of the race yet. Will ‘Kesari 2’ be able to rise amid chaos at the ticket window and find its way ahead?

Actor Akshay Kumar’s latest release, ‘Kesari Chapter 2’, is all set to enter its second weekend at the box office. The patriotic drama based in the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre recorded a decent business on Wednesday, taking the six-day total to Rs 42.20 crore nett.

The Karan Singh Tyagi directorial collected Rs 3.20 crore nett on Wednesday. The film is going to touch the benchmark of Rs 50 crore, hopefully before the end of the second weekend.

Cineworld companies have restructuring plans approved by High Court judge

Cineworld companies have restructuring plans approved by High Court judge

The court in London was previously told the four companies would be likely to enter administration if the plans were not approved.

Four companies which form part of troubled cinema operator Cineworld have had restructuring plans approved by a High Court judge, staving off the threat of administration.

Cine-UK Ltd, Cineworld Cinemas Ltd, Cineworld Cinema Properties Ltd and Cineworld Estates Ltd, which are parts of the UK arm of the world’s second-largest cinema chain, were at risk of entering administration if the restructuring was not approved, the court heard.

The approval means that £16 million of new equity funding from the companies’ indirect parent firm will be released to fund their immediate financial needs, with further funds of up to £35 million also to be made available.

Cineworld to shut six more cinemas after restructuring

Cineworld to shut six more cinemas after restructuring

The cinema group has already closed five cinemas this year as part of a shake-up of its UK operations.

Cineworld is to shut six more of its cinemas (Mike Egerton/PA) (PA Archive)

Cineworld has said it will shut another six of its cinemas following a major restructuring process.

The cinema chain revealed the fresh closures after formally completing a restructuring plan it launched in the summer to shore up its finances, which had already seen it shut five cinemas.

It has now said it will also close six more locations; CastlefordLeighMiddlesbrough, Northampton, Poole and Weymouth.