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17 Sep

Abhishek Kar Calls Content the New Porn of Modern Youth, on Abhishek Vyas’s Podcast

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S30BalEeyAY The latest episode of The Powerful Humans Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur Abhishek Vyas, featured a striking statement from finance educator and motivational speaker Abhishek Kar. In a candid exchange, Kar argued that content has overtaken pornography as the biggest addiction among today’s youth. Calling it a dangerous yet overlooked reality, Kar said, “The biggest addiction today isn’t porn; it’s content. The endless scrolling, reels, and meaningless consumption on social media are silently killing focus, productivity, and creativity.” He explained how the constant flood of digital content has become normalized, masking its harmful effects. Kar added, “When a young person…

15 Sep

JioHotstar Sweeps 35+ Wins at 77th Emmy Awards

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

National: JioHotstar titles dominated the 77th Emmy® Awards with over 35 wins across categories, cementing its position as a leading destination for global entertainment in India. The platform had more than 200 nominations this year, spanning drama, comedy, limited series, and unscripted programming. Among the biggest winners was The Penguin, which bagged nine awards, including Lead Actress in a Limited Series for Cristin Milioti, Outstanding Special Visual Effects, and Contemporary Makeup. The Pitt followed with five wins, highlighted by Best Drama Series, Noah Wyle’s Lead Actor award, and Katherine LaNasa’s Supporting Actress recognition. Star Wars’ Andor secured five awards, including…

15 Sep

Sonu Tyagi & Approach Entertainment Partner with Liberation Movie as Co-Producers for Global Audiences

Kumar AnshumanBusiness, Entertainment

Mumbai: Sonu Tyagi, an acclaimed filmmaker, and his award-winning production house, Approach Entertainment, have partnered with Liberation, a movie crafted with a global audience in mind, as co-producers. This dynamic collaboration marks a significant milestone for the debut feature film, designed to resonate with Gen Z and Millennial audiences worldwide through its primary language, English, while also being available in Hindi and other Indian languages. With an Indian perspective at its core, Liberation aims to bridge local narratives with universal appeal. Liberation (2025), currently in production, is a gripping exploration directed by Ankit Kadam and produced by Kanishk Kadam under the Sure Real Pictures banner. Through themes…

10 Sep

Kajol & Twinkle Khanna Team Up for Prime Video Talk Show ‘Two Much’ Premiering September 25

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Mumbai: Bollywood stars Kajol and Twinkle Khanna are set to co-host a brand-new talk show on Prime Video titled Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle. The unscripted original will premiere globally on September 25, with new episodes releasing every Thursday. Bringing together Kajol’s high-energy persona and Twinkle’s trademark wit, the show promises candid conversations, spontaneous moments, and plenty of laughter with some of the biggest names from Indian cinema. Produced by Banijay Asia, Two Much marks the first time the two actors will share hosting duties. Prime Video describes the format as “fresh, witty, and mischievous,” moving beyond the usual…

08 Sep

Delhi Comic Con 2025-26 Set to Return, Promises a Massive Celebration of Pop Culture

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Delhi: Comic Con India is set to return with its flagship festival, the 2025 Delhi Comic Con 2025-26, from December 5th to 7th at the NSIC Exhibition Grounds, Okhla. The annual event, now in its 14th year, is poised to return with three days of immersive experiences centered around cosplay, comics, gaming, and fan engagement. Since its inception in 2011, Delhi Comic Con has become a cornerstone of the Indian pop-culture scene, attracting over 52,000 visitors and consistently generating significant buzz. The festival, exclusively ticketed through District by Zomato, has become synonymous with the country’s passionate fandom culture. “Delhi Comic Con…

11 Aug

Comic Con India 2025-26 Season to Kick Off in Hyderabad on October 31

Kumar AnshumanBusiness, Entertainment

Hyderabad: Comic Con India, the country’s premier pop culture festival, is set to launch its 13th edition in Hyderabad from October 31 to November 2, 2025. Promising an electrifying start to the 2025-26 season, the event will bring together fans of comics, anime, gaming, films, and cosplay for a three-day celebration of creativity and fandom. The Hyderabad edition will feature a stellar lineup of international guests, exclusive merchandise launches, immersive fan zones, and high-energy cosplay competitions. Attendees can also expect live music performances, stand-up comedy acts, and interactive Q&A panels with creators and celebrities. The event will be exclusively ticketed via…

18 Jul

DilSe Debuts With a Soul-Stirring Theatrical Showcase at NCPA

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Mumbai: DilSe, The Happyness Collective Pvt. Ltd., was launched on July 15 through a powerful live theatrical performance at the prestigious Experimental Theatre, NCPA, Mumbai. Titled “DilSe – The Love Theatrical,” the two-hour immersive performance was a deeply emotional experience that blended original poetry, live music, theatrical storytelling, and cinematic visuals into one uninterrupted, soul-stirring journey. Conceptualised and written by Harshavardhan Chauhaan, who also performed the lead narration, the show brought together original poetry, theatrical dialogue, live music, ritual storytelling, and cinematic visuals into a single, uninterrupted emotional experience. Every line, every lyric, every musical motif was created for this…

11 Jul

DilSe: The Love Theatrical Set to Premiere at NCPA, Mumbai

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Mumbai: A new wave of experiential storytelling is set to sweep Mumbai’s cultural scene as DilSe: The Love Theatrical prepares for its public premiere on July 15 at the NCPA Experimental Theatre. Organised by DilSe, an E2C (Experiences to Consumer) movement brand, the production promises a deeply immersive journey through the emotional landscapes of love, longing, heartbreak, and transformation. The two-hour showcase, scheduled from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM, blends theatre, live music, poetry, and expressive movement, drawing inspiration from India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage. Tickets are priced at ₹399 and are available via District on Zomato. Conceptualised and led by…

27 Jun

‘Squid Game’ Season 3 Preview: Netflix Teases High-Stakes Start to the Global Hit’s Next Chapter

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Netflix has unveiled the first official preview of Squid Game Season 3, hinting at a tense and deeply personal new chapter in the global phenomenon that redefined streaming television. Released Thursday via Netflix’s Tudum platform, the sneak peek of Episode 1 opens with Seong Gi-hun — now noticeably transformed from the disillusioned winner we last saw — as he takes deliberate steps toward confronting the dark forces behind the deadly games. The teaser confirms that Gi-hun has abandoned his flight to the U.S. and is instead pursuing revenge against the mysterious organization that orchestrates the violent competition. In what appears…

27 Jun

‘Dukes of Hazzard’ Actor Rick Hurst Dies at 79

Kumar AnshumanEntertainment

Actor Rick Hurst, best known for playing Deputy Cletus Hogg in the classic television series The Dukes of Hazzard, has died at the age of 79. Hurst passed away on Thursday at his home in Los Angeles, his family confirmed. A cause of death was not disclosed. His son, actor Ryan Hurst (Sons of Anarchy), confirmed the news on social media, honoring his father with a simple message: “My pop, my hero.” Born Richard Douglas Hurst in Houston, Texas, in 1946, the actor enjoyed a career in film, television, and theater that spanned over five decades. He gained national recognition…