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Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BLACKPINK's Rosé yearns for Alex Warren's love in On My Mind music video, watch soulful collaboration
The wait is over! On My Mind, the highly anticipated collaboration between BLACKPINK's Rosé and American pop star Alex Warren, is officially out. Released on June 27, the emotional ballad dropped alongside a stunning music video. And it has taken social media by storm, with fans praising both its heartfelt theme and breathtaking visuals. The song explores themes of longing, emotional distance, and the ache of separation. Built around a soft yet compelling melody, On My Mind delivers a haunting chorus that stays with listeners long after the final note. Rosé 's delicate, emotive vocals blend seamlessly with Warren's rich tone, creating a duet that's both soothing and striking. A pre-release that's already making waves The release of On My Mind comes ahead of the official launch of Alex Warren 's new album, You'll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 2). It is slated to drop on July 18, 2025. As a pre-release single, the track has already begun gaining massive attention. The song also sets the tone for what's expected to be an emotionally resonant album. In the days leading up to the release, Rosé and Warren shared a series of teasers. They include behind-the-scenes clips and playful content that highlights their creative chemistry. From goofy clips to candid moments in the studio, their lighthearted approach to promotions had fans even more eager to hear the full version. Visuals that amplify the emotion The official music video for On My Mind is being widely praised for its cinematic storytelling and atmospheric direction. Depicting moments of longing, near connection, and reflective solitude, the MV visually mirrors the song's lyrical core. Within minutes of its release, hashtags related to the song and MV began trending worldwide. Fans are sharing clips, lyrics, and emotional reactions across TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). A milestone year for both artists The collaboration is yet another highlight in what's proving to be a stellar year for both Rosé and Alex Warren. Warren's career has skyrocketed in 2025, thanks in part to his viral hit Ordinary, which just completed its third week at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The rising singer-songwriter has been gaining recognition for his raw storytelling and emotional depth. It's a style that pairs perfectly with Rosé's signature vulnerability. Meanwhile, Rosé made history earlier this year with her duet APT., alongside Bruno Mars. The track peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, making her the first female K-pop artist in 2025 to land in the chart's top five.
Pink Villa
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
BLACKPINK's Rosé and Alex Warren go adorably goofy in On My Mind teasers; find out when their collab will drop
BLACKPINK's Rosé is set to return to the music scene with a brand-new collaboration. This time, she's joining forces with American singer and content creator Alex Warren. The pair has been teasing their upcoming duet, On My Mind, with playful social media posts, teaser content, and a warm bond. And it has instantly caught the attention of fans around the world. The collaboration marks a fresh musical direction for both artists and is part of Warren's upcoming album. Rosé 's participation has drawn major interest from K-pop fans and international music listeners alike. This song has become one of the most anticipated pop collaborations of the summer. Playful teasers spark buzz online On June 23, Rosé shared a teaser photo and an audio snippet from On My Mind across her social media platforms. In the promotional image, she appears smiling as Alex Warren affectionately places his hands on her head. It offers a glimpse into the lighthearted energy the duo is bringing to the release. Along with the photo, a brief preview of the song was also revealed. In the clip, both Rosé and Warren are heard singing part of the chorus, showcasing soft harmonies over a pop-infused instrumental. Collab confirmed earlier this month Alex Warren had been subtly hinting at the collaboration. However, it was officially confirmed on June 13 with the release of a short TikTok teaser for the track. The video showed both singers lip-syncing dramatically to the track, seemingly parodying over-the-top duet performances in a fun and self-aware way. Despite the humorous tone, the teaser highlighted a catchy melody that hinted at a heartfelt love song. Since the confirmation, both artists have continued to engage with fans through updates and casual interactions online. The duo's natural rapport and the upbeat energy surrounding the collaboration have helped fuel anticipation across social media platforms. Track release and album inclusion The full version of On My Mind feat. Rosé will be pre-released on June 27, ahead of the official launch of Alex Warren's album. The song is included in You'll Be Alright, Kid (Chapter 2), which is scheduled for release on July 18, 2025. This project marks the continuation of Warren's storytelling through music, and On My Mind appears to be a standout duet on the album. Global reactions from fans Reactions to the teasers have been overwhelmingly positive, with both fandoms expressing support for the collaboration. BLACKPINK's global fanbase, known as BLINKs, has especially shown excitement over Rosé's return to music. Many fans also noted the charming chemistry between the two singers. As the June 27 pre-release date approaches, additional promotional content and teasers may follow.
IOL News
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Mthuthuzeli November and Joshua Williams shine at the 2025 Benois de la Danse Awards
Jozua Williams in Mthuthuzeli November's Stage 2 Image: Paul Seaby In a momentous night of celebration for South African ballet, Mthuthuzeli November and Joshua Williams carved their names in history at the 2025 Benois de la Danse Awards, held at the illustrious Bolshoi Theatre on June 17. The duo was recognised for their remarkable contributions to November's work, Chapter 2, showcased as part of Cape Ballet Africa's inaugural triple bill, SALT. Mthuthuzeli November, the award-winning choreographer from Cape Town, was honoured with the Prize for Best Choreography for his vibrant modern percussive piece, Chapter 2. The work, featuring an original score by composer Peter Johnson, initially premiered in Cape Town in September 2024 and has since garnered international acclaim. Renowned critic Maggie Foyer of Dance Europe lauded the piece, describing it as 'a winner'. Joshua Williams, an artist with Cape Ballet Africa, was jointly awarded the Prize for Best Male Dancer for his standout performance in Chapter 2. His talent shone brightly on the international stage, where he shared the accolade with Dmitry Smilevskiy, a Principal Dancer at the prestigious Bolshoi Theatre. The renowned excellence of the awards was further highlighted by the nomination of Camille Bracher for Best Female Dancer for her performance in the same production. Debbie Turner, artistic director and founder of Cape Ballet Africa, expressed immense pride in the achievements of November and Williams. 'The Benois de la Danse Awards are considered to be the 'Oscars' of the ballet world,' she said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Mthuthuzeli November Image: Helena Fagan 'For a young, South African ballet company to be considered and win among such globally esteemed company, is testament to the extraordinary level of talent, skill, dedication, and artistry of our country's dancers. We are humbled and proud to celebrate their win as a win for all South African creatives.' 'This is a profound moment for us, illustrating South African artists can compete as equals alongside our international colleagues. I have had the pleasure of working with Mthuthuzeli since he was a teenager, and Joshua joined our small fledgling company with a big vision shortly after its inception.' She conveyed her heartfelt gratitude to the Benois de la Danse for recognising their work and talent. Mthuthuzeli November's career has been nothing short of extraordinary. Growing up in Cape Town, he began his dance journey at the age of 15 under the mentorship of Fiona Sutton at Dance For All. After graduating with distinction from the Cape Academy of Performing Arts, November captured the attention of the dance world, winning gold medals at the South African International Ballet Competition in both 2012 and 2014. His dynamic trajectory has seen him create award-winning works for various prestigious companies worldwide. Joshua Williams, too, has a compelling story. Discovered at just six years old by dance teacher Tamsin Williams, Joshua pursued his craft with vigour, training for seven years before earning a scholarship to the Tanz Akademi in Zurich, Switzerland. He has graced the stages of numerous companies, including Mzansi Ballet, and has made Cape Ballet Africa his artistic home since 2024.
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Summer 2025 footfall at Kol restos and bars beats pre-pandemic high
1 2 Kolkata: Footfall across Kolkata restaurants is the highest this summer since the pandemic, with most eateries across south and central Kolkata seeing a full house during lunch and dinner. Online orders saw a major spike over the last fortnight. The rise in footfall was around 20% compared to last summer, according to Hotel and Restaurants' Association of Eastern India (HRAEI) president Sudesh Poddar. While the summer vacation is on, the weather, though warm, was better than last summer when the city was gripped by a heatwave. These factors may have contributed to a footfall spurt, felt Poddar. "While footfall rise every summer, this year it was around 20% more compared to last May-June. Unlike 2024, it rained more often this time, making it a comfortable to dine out. It also helped that the IPL playoffs were played till this week. It always attracts the young who love to couple cricket with eating out," said Poddar. Oudh 1590 and Chapter 2 have seen steady growth in footfall since the beginning of May. "It has been rising steadily, and it helped that we had our biryani festival on throughout last month. Summers are usually good for sales, but this year it was even better, possibly due to the improved weather. Despite the occasional scorching period, people have been gorging on biryani and other north Indian fare. At Chapter 2, sales have been moderately higher than last summer's as well," said Shiladitya Chaudhury, co-founder and owner of Oudh and Chapter 2. Park Street has seen a larger crowd during both lunch and dining hours since mid-May, said restaurateurs. Peter Hu has seen a waiting crowd every evening over the last month. "This has been the best summer since the pandemic, and the footfall was 15% higher. We've had people waiting to get in even on weekdays. One reason could be the weather, which has been more bearable than the last two summers. Secondly, along with the younger generation, the elders, too, are now more into eating out. Online orders, too, have increased," said Siddharth Kothari of Peter Hu. At Mocambo and Peter Cat, waiting crowds have gotten progressively bigger over the last fortnight. "We had full attendance throughout the day since the beginning of May. It has really been a good summer so far, easily the most crowded since the pandemic across all our outlets, including Peter Cat," said Mocambo and Peter Cat owner Nitin Kothari. "We had a near-full attendance even during weekdays since last Sunday. Food sales have jumped appreciably. Liquor sales have dipped since we have more families coming in now. But that has been more than made up by the higher footfall and larger food orders," said Pratap Daryanani, owner of Oasis on Park Street. Footfall has been driven by a bigger family crowd, said Poddar, who owns Songhai, MS Bar & Lounge, and Manthan.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rhea Chakraborty's Journey to Financial Independence and Personal Healing
It's a long-awaited sunrise for Rhea Chakraborty—an actress whose life was upended in the wake of actor 's tragic death by suicide in 2020. Vilified by the media and ostracised by much of the industry, Rhea became the face of a public witch-hunt that few could have survived with grace. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Five years later, she is stepping forward into a new chapter—one not defined by controversy but by creativity, courage, and a quiet determination to rebuild. Alongside her brother Showik, she has co-founded a clothing brand that represents a fresh start. In a personal, long-overdue conversation with a leading publication, Rhea opens up about career setbacks, finding healing through work, and learning to move forward. 'Showik and I both lost out career paths because of everything that happened to us in 2020' The reason behind starting a clothing store - Chapter 2 in Bandra, for Rhea was not born out of a choice. 'We both kind of lost our career paths because of everything that happened to us in 2020. I had lost my acting career because no one would work with me at that point. We were like, 'Okay, what do we do? We have to do something, right?' It's okay that the things that we wanted to do are not happening. (But) You want to wake up and you want to have a purpose,' she recalls. 'It was really difficult to come to terms with acting no longer being a path that existed' Rhea, a former video jockey, started her acting career in 2013 with Mere Dad ki Maruti . Her last film was Chehre in 2021. She admits it was frustrating to be not able to do what she wanted to. 'Honestly, it was really difficult to come to terms with the fact that the dream that you had since you were 17 and the path that you were set on for 10 years is no longer a path that exists. It's not even like ab kaam dhundhna hai , it's like ab koi kaam nahi de raha ya kar sakta hai . Even if somebody wanted to work, they were scared of the trolling. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It's not like people didn't want to work, there was an interest, but it was not happening. Maybe their investors were saying no, or the platforms were saying no. At one point I had to take a stand for myself – Either I can be delusional and hope that it will happen one day, or I can be like if it happens one day, great, but I need to do something else because I'm young, I'm able-bodied, and I need to work. A large part of my healing will also come from working. If you're just sitting at home, you don't heal,' she explains. Rhea Chakraborty begins a new chapter with Chapter 2. 'The trauma was long drawn' After a tumultuous period in the public eye, Rhea reflects on the arduous process of healing and rebirth, as she learned to separate her identity from her profession. 'The last five years have been really hard for me and for my family and for everyone in different ways. Healing is a process. It doesn't happen overnight. And the trauma was long drawn. It was heartbreaking. I did a lot of therapy sessions around the fact that, 'Okay, Rhea, you're no longer an actor, and that's okay, and you need to let go of this dream because it's just not possible for you'. So, I had to break that piece of your heart and be like, now you don't beat for this role anymore,' she reminisces. 'It finally feels like a sunrise after a really long, dark, deserted, long night' Having weathered years of scrutiny, Rhea has found strength in acceptance and joy in simplicity. Earlier this year in March Rhea and her brother got a clean chit by the CBI in the widely reported case. Rhea chooses to maintain a stoic silence about the clean chit, however, reflects on the year that has gone by: "Just one word for the year that's gone - Gratitude. It's been amazing. It finally feels like a sunrise after a really long, dark, deserted, long night. So, I feel like I wake up in the morning and I have tears of gratitude sometimes. The gratitude level is so immense that the small problems don't bother us as much anymore. And the small happiness and the small joys are now the big things. 'Many people are getting to see who I am and not what they think of me' The actress who became a victim of a media trial, admits she has evolved and credits her 'life experiences' for the evolution. She also credits TV reality show Roadies for helping her heal. ' Roadies has been a huge part of my healing. The previous season was the first season that I came back to work... If there's any change that's happened to me, that's happened because of my life experiences. And of course, Roadies also does teach you a lot of things. It was a platform where I could be myself and not worry about judgment. When you've been brutally trolled the way, I have been, you kind of get a little bit close and cagey. Anything you say can backfire. If you go in a rickshaw also, people can call you names. Then you don't know how to be anymore in public. But with Roadies , I slowly eased up and I gave up the whole guard and I could just be more me. Many people are getting to see who I am and not what they think of me.' 'Want the financial independence that if I ever need a lawyer, I don't have to think twice' While she has been away from movies, she continues to work as a podcaster, a Roadies mentor, and now an entrepreneur. Ask Rhea what she wants next, and her response will warm anyone's heart. 'The one most singular goal that I have is of course my parents and my brother to be happy and peaceful and then to have enough money and financial independence that if I ever need a lawyer, I don't have to think twice. I can just hire the most, the best lawyer without having to think even one second about how expensive they are and how to get the money for it. So that's my financial goal. And whenever I get to that goal, I shall be at peace," she signs off.
