Bollywood has reunited to extend support to all those affected by the second wave of COVID-19. Salman Khan has extended financial support to Bollywood workers, which includes technicians, make-up artistes, stuntmen and spotboys. He will be donating Rs 1500 each to 25,000 workers. Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) president BN Tiwari confirmed to ETimes, “We have sent Salman Khan a list of names of the people in need and he has agreed to deposit the money.”
Friday, May 7, 2021
Salman financially helps 25,000 workers
Bollywood has reunited to extend support to all those affected by the second wave of COVID-19. Salman Khan has extended financial support to Bollywood workers, which includes technicians, make-up artistes, stuntmen and spotboys. He will be donating Rs 1500 each to 25,000 workers. Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) president BN Tiwari confirmed to ETimes, “We have sent Salman Khan a list of names of the people in need and he has agreed to deposit the money.”
Avengers show RDJ love after assistant dies
Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr. shared news about the tragic passing of his long-time friend and personal assistant, Jimmy Rich. The stars of the 'Avengers' franchise including Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Chris Pratt, Mark Ruffalo, Josh Brolin, Jeremy Renner, Gwyneth Paltrow and many others expressed their shock and offered their condolences to the actor and Rich's family.
Arjan Bajwa on exploring a career in South
The actor began his journey in showbiz through Telugu cinema; he opens up!
Anushka-Virat donate 2 cr for COVID relief
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli have started a fundraiser to contribute towards COVID-19 relief in India. The power couple has donated Rs 2 crore to a fundraiser and aim to raise Rs 7 crore through the initiative. The money raised through this initiative will be directed to a campaign that has been extensively working towards providing oxygen, medical manpower, vaccination awareness and telemedicine facilities.
Golden Globes voters approve reforms
The scandal-hit organization behind film and television's Golden Globe Awards on Thursday voted for sweeping reforms after being slammed by Hollywood for its record on diversity.
Kamaal: Would love to remake O O Jaane Jaana
‘O O Jaane Jaana’ is not just a song but an emotion and Salman Khan fans will agree. Back in 1998, singer Kamaal Khan crooned the song which went on to become a superhit. In an exclusive interaction with ETimes, Kamaal, who is currently enjoying the success of ‘Radhe: Your Most Wanted Bhai’ songs ‘Dil De Diya’ and ‘Seeti Maar’, spoke about recreating ‘O O Jaane Jaana’, how the song came to him, and more. Read on:
Rafi’s grandson on taking his legacy forward
Considered as one of the greatest singers of the Indian subcontinent, Mohammed Rafi’s mesmerising voice has transcended generations. With peppy numbers, patriotic songs, sad ballads, and soulful romantic ditties, Rafi saab has left an indelible mark on the Indian music industry. To take his legacy forward, Mohammed Rafi’s youngest grandson Fuzail Rafi has recently launched an online music institute. In an exclusive interview with ETimes, he spoke about how the idea of the institute came up and also shared anecdotes and memories of his grandfather. Excerpts:
Stars using social media for greater good
Deepika Padukone, Dia Mirza, Priyanka Chopra: Stars who are using social media for the greater good
Siddharth: People call me 'South ka Swara'
South actor Siddharth recently took to his Twitter handle to share with his fans his new name that ‘Hindi speaking junta’ has coined for him. The actor revealed that they now call him, ‘South ka Swara Bhasker’.
Sonu Sood comes to Suresh Raina's rescue
Actor Sonu Sood who has been helping millions of people in need since last year of the COVID-19 pandemic, has now started extending his support to many celebs for covid-related issues amid the second wave in India.
Rashmi Agdekar on OTT censorship
Rashmi Agdekar, who was a part of the National award-winning film 'Andhadhun', swiftly made a transition from the world of movies to digital platforms. She impressed the audience with her work in 'Rasbhari', MX Player's 'I'm Mature', 'Awkward Conversations with Girlfriend', and 'The Interns'. She has some new exciting projects lined up that will be announced soon. Recently, ETimes got in touch with the young talent, who spoke about OTT censorship and how the shoots are on hold given the second Covid-19 wave. Excerpts:
Sussanne reacts to Arslan breaking a chair
Hrithik Roshan’s ex-wife Sussanne Khan has been in the news for her rumoured relationship with TV star Aly Goni’s brother Arslan Goni for quite some time now. While they are yet to confirm or deny their link-up rumours, their social media banters are simply unmissable!
'Adipurush' shooting shifted to Hyderabad?
The rising cases of COVID-19 in Maharashtra and the lockdown-like restrictions imposed by the Government here have forced many filmmakers to shift their shooting set-up out of the state. The recent one to look for other options was Om Raut’s ‘Adipurush’.
Emraan Hashmi: Hindi cinema is my first love
The actor intends to explore content overseas in the near-future
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