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News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Huma Qureshi Spends A Lazy Afternoon With Her ‘Brown Munde'. Any Guesses?
In the picture shared by Huma Qureshi, her brother Saqib Saleem was seen concentrating on reading something, while their pet dog rested its head on his arm. Huma Qureshi decided to spend some time with her very own 'Brown Munde" on a lazy afternoon. Taking to her Instagram stories on Tuesday, July 22, the actress shared a picture featuring her brother Saqib Saleem and her fur baby. Dressed in casual clothes, the Citadel: Honey Bunny actor was seen fully concentrating on reading something that he kept on his lap. On the other hand, Huma's fur baby could be seen calmly resting its head on Saqib's arm. She posted the picture, writing, 'The Sulker & The Cuddler. Brown Munde," but did not specify who was who. The Bell Bottom actress also added AP Dhillon's hit song, Brown Munde, as the background music for her post. Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem's New Production House The sibling duo recently launched their production house named Saleem Siblings. Taking to Instagram, they made a very special announcement, recalling their childhood memories and their dream of sharing with the world the kind of stories they grew up watching. Sharing a short clip unveiling the name of their production house, Saqib wrote in the caption, 'We came to Mumbai with a suitcase full of dreams and a heart full of madness. No roadmap, no guarantees.. Just this wild, stubborn belief that one day we will also get a chance to tell the kind of stories we grew up watching. Stories meant for the big screen." He added, 'Today, that voice becomes a reality. Tomorrow, it becomes a glimpse. Saleem Siblings isn't just a company. It's the name of every silly childhood game, every heartbreak we turned into a scene, every dinner table fight that ended in a script. It's our love letter to cinema, to where we come from, and where we still hope to go." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saqib Saleem (@saqibsaleem) A day after the announcement, they shared a unique teaser for the first project made under their production house, titled Baby Do Die Do. They did not give a glimpse into what to expect from the film. Instead, they urged their fans to visit theatres as the film's teaser has been attached to Huma's film, Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao. The teaser will not be available on any social media platforms. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Huma Qureshi (@iamhumaq) Huma Qureshi and Saqib Saleem's Professional Front On the work front, Huma, who most recently appeared in Maalik as Mallika, has several projects lined up, including Jolly LLB 3. Saqib was last seen on-screen in the crime thriller Crime Beat. First Published: July 22, 2025, 17:37 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Films of Bollywood stars shine on OTT platforms but their web shows falter
Mainstream Bollywood stars may not have faced stranger things. They are stuck in an odd dichotomy of appearances on streaming platforms. While their box office hits are equally successful on OTT platforms, original shows that feature top actors often don't find similar traction. According to experts, recent box office successes such as Raid 2 and Kesari Chapter 2 featuring Bollywood stars such as Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar find considerable draw on streaming platforms and figure consistently among the top five films for weeks. However, web originals starring movie actors such as Saif Ali Khan (Jewel Thief), Sidharth Malhotra (Indian Police Force), Varun Dhawan (Citadel: Honey Bunny) and Sara Ali Khan (Ae Watan Mere Watan) failed to live up to expectations. Experts said web shows starring mainstream film faces are often conceptualized to accommodate the actor and are not a compelling story to tell. Movies, on the other hand, land up on OTT with the advantage of marketing and buzz in cinemas. When it comes to online content, audiences are quick to dismiss sub-par programming, given the abundance of entertainment options across languages. 'The marketing and PR push around theatrical films is so aggressive and creates such a halo effect around them that people end up watching them almost by default on OTT, especially if the film has done well in theatres," film producer Shariq Patel explained. There is a readymade audience for a film that has been released in cinemas, and an OTT release only translates into repeat viewership. Meanwhile, streaming platforms operate very differently, often limiting the promotional push to markets such as Mumbai and other metros. It is also likely that the viewer may not know of a web show if the algorithm isn't specifically designed to recommend it. As a result, till date, theatrical remains the beacon of what most actors aspire for. Quite complacent A senior executive at a streaming platform said on condition of anonymity that OTT services are also quite complacent once a mainstream star or big banner is on board to helm a web original. 'They think their job ends once these names come on board and they don't see the need to go the hard mile of being creatively involved or pushing the envelope," the executive said, adding that this is why the biggest hits on OTT aren't shows starring typical Bollywood names, be it Panchayat on Prime Video or Criminal Justice on JioHotstar. Also, because the production house has already made money upfront when the show is commissioned by the platform, there is little incentive to work hard or hunger to get noticed, as is the case with newer or smaller content studios. Experts emphasized that these days, thematic depth and conviction matter more than who stars in a show or a film. 'Just star power is not enough on the big or the small screen. The audience can access fresh narratives in any language with just a click, and they know a good project from one that is not up to the mark," film producer Anand Pandit said. 'The audience traction today is dependent on the quality of content, be it on OTT platforms or in theatres. The stars have their loyal audience, but their fans too want their icons to work in projects that are worthy of their presence."
News18
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Raj Nidimoru's Ex-Wife Shhyamali De Shares Cryptic Post: ‘Been There Done That'
Last Updated: Once again Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru are in the spotlight after she shared many photographs from her vacation to Detroit, Michigan. Rumours regarding Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru 's alleged romance continue to circulate on social media. Once again Samantha and Raj are in the spotlight after she shared many photographs from her vacation to Detroit, Michigan on Instagram. Now, the director's ex-wife, Shhyamali De, has captured everyone's attention as she shared a bunch of cryptic notes on her own Instagram. Shhyamali De, Raj Nidimoru's ex-wife, took to Instagram and shared a few anecdotes that sparked debate. She posted an excerpt titled 'Life's Great Golden Rules," which explained each religion's position on how a person should not act based on how others treat them. In another post, she shared a post portraying Arjuna and Lord Krishna from Hindu mythology. The post mentioned that Dharma is the only thing that matters in life, not victory or defeat. In another deleted story, Shhyamali wrote, 'Been there. Done that," which led to further speculations. Samantha was in Michigan, attending the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 session and shared a carousel on social media. In one of the photos, Raj Nidimoru has his arm around Samantha as they stroll in perfect coordination. Samantha and Raj Nidimoru were seen sitting side by side at a restaurant, enjoying a meal with their friends, prompting many to think they were dating. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) Samantha and Raj worked together on the web series The Family Man and Citadel: Honey Bunny. While neither party confirmed or refuted the story, they have frequently been seen together. Raj and Shhyamali married in 2015, but split in 2022. Shhyamali De is a psychology graduate who has worked as an assistant director alongside Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. She is also a scriptwriter and has served as a creative consultant on films such as Rang De Basanti, Omkara and Ek Nodir Golpo. In an old interview, Raj mentioned that his wife frequently assisted him with casting for his movies. On the other hand, Samantha was married to Naga Chaitanya, but they split in 2021. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Gives A Sneak Peek Into Her Indulgences When In Detroit
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been enjoying a trip to Detroit, Michigan, with the Citadel: Honey Bunny director Raj Nidimoru, his wife Sheetal Nidimoru and others. On Instagram, the actress dropped a series of photographs featuring her candid moments over there. And the glimpses of her delicious indulgences stole the spotlight. The carousel opened with Samantha relaxing at a cafe with a coffee cup from Toastique, kept in front of her. It was evident in her smile how much she took pleasure in the healthy offering of the coffee shop. The Family Man 2 star also relished a delicious spread of healthy food items and delighted her fans with a peek inside it. The picture featured two varieties of Acai bowls. The thick, smoothie-like bowls were prepared with frozen and mashed acai berries, and topped with ingredients such as granola, fresh fruit, coconut flakes, nut butter, bananas and blueberries. Then, we can spot an open avocado toast garnished with other nutritious vegetables, placed very near the Acai bowls to add to its richness. Also, a delectable healthy spread and a green smoothie, seemingly made by blending green leafy vegetables with fruits and a liquid base like water or milk, accompanied the delicious spread. Not only this, in one of the frames, she was also seen enjoying a meal with friends. The actress captioned the photo dump simply as "Detroit", followed by a heart and evil eye emoji. Watch the full post below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) This is not the first time that Samantha Ruth Prabhu delighted her fans with sneak peeks into her food diaries. Last year, on her birthday trip to Athens, she had treated us to a series of foodilicious clicks. Immersed in Grecian beauty, the actress was seen indulging in local cuisine during her travel diaries. The opening frame of her post featured her smiling from ear to ear while sitting in a restaurant and gorging on a dessert. The next slide gave a virtual tour of an open seating area for a café located in the illuminated narrow alley in Athens. Additionally, in one of the stills, Samantha can be seen celebrating her 37th birthday by blowing candles on a couple of pastries. Sharing the pictures, she simply wrote, 'Athens". Watch the full post below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samantha (@samantharuthprabhuoffl) Samantha is a true-blue foodie, and her travel escapades are incomplete without healthy indulgences.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Houthi Rebels HIJACK, DETONATE & SINK 'Israel-Bound' Eternity C Ship; 15 Crew Missing, 4 Dead
FANS SAY 'MAKE IT OFFICIAL' AS SAMANTHA AND RAJ NIDIMORU GET COZY IN DETROIT South Indian star Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently shared a stylish photo dump from her trip to Detroit, with many of the frames featuring director Raj Nidimoru, fueling widespread dating speculation. Shared after attending the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 event, the carousel includes affectionate strolls, a warm hug from Raj, a relaxed dinner with friends, and solo shots of Samantha's chic café day and cozy moments with her pet dog. Fans flooded her comments, asking, 'Is it official?' and celebrating the pair's chemistry. Despite their history of collaborations on projects like 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' and 'The Family Man', neither has confirmed a romantic relationship. The Detroit photo dump has fans eagerly hoping the duo is ready to go public. 327 views | 9 hours ago
