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Times
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
It's official: Coldplay have got more boring with age
In 2014, the year Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin announced they were consciously uncoupling, Coldplay released an album called Ghost Stories that was consciously uninteresting. Here was a band whose early Noughties singles had brought a new level of vulnerability to indie rock, whose singer became a touchstone for male sensitivity as we moved out of the laddish bonhomie of Nineties Britpop and into a more thoughtful, if less rebellious, approach to voicing young life in music. • Read our music reviews, interviews and guides on what to listen to next But by 2014 Coldplay had settled into a highly lucrative model of polished vapidity, rarely going towards the emotional fragility and musical nuance they captured in singles such as Trouble and Yellow, having learnt that repeating an essentially meaningless line again and again until stadiums chant it back to you is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. By the time of Ghost Stories, Coldplay appeared to have accepted that testing audiences means losing audiences. Better to stick to the rousing anthems, alongside a few intimate ballads hinting at vague universal depth, and reap the 100 million-selling rewards. 'The disappointment here is that a band with such clear intelligence and compassion have chosen to make an album so dull,' I wrote of Ghost Stories. As it turns out, such critical bashing was — and this is highly unusual for me — rooted in scientific fact. A team at Durham University, possibly rather bored themselves, have analysed the rhythms, tempo, percussion and chords of songs by REM, Radiohead, Buddy Holly, Kirsty MacColl, Patsy Cline and Coldplay, and discovered that the band are officially lame. 'Coldplay shows a downwards trend in their harmonic daring as they increasingly become part of the pop mainstream,' concluded Professor Nick Collins, while stating that 'Radiohead maintain a high diversity of harmonic language'. With immaculate timing, the scientific report on Coldplay's boredom rating comes after the hysteria around Oasis, the band who called it a day in 2009 after a decade and a half of fights, drugs, mayhem and generational epics exciting enough to make a vicar put a boot through a stained-glass window. The hysteria around the return of Oasis wasn't simply about an entertaining band with an ability to make people feel alive. It was about a wilder, more carefree time, before the personal auditing of social media, when a group of working-class lads could invade the establishment and shake things up without fear of cancellation. As Noel Gallagher put it in 2023 when I asked, just as reunion rumours began to swirl, if Oasis could happen today: 'We would be killed before we even started … 'Got this idea for a band. Couple of gobshite brothers from Manchester, bang into cocaine, lager and shagging birds, ripping off the Beatles and T. Rex.' 'Oh no, thank you.'' • Are you a modern bore? Step forward Swifties and Oasis fans From the 2010s onwards, Coldplay did a thorough clean-up of the cigarette butt and empty bottle-strewn space left by Oasis and promptly installed a Gaggia coffee machine and a Gail's bakery. While formerly dangerous areas of London such as Dalston and Peckham underwent gentrification, Coldplay offered a new approach to pop fandom — and they weren't alone. Where once there were wild, pioneering figures like David Bowie and Madonna, the Noughties welcomed in relatable boy- and girl-next-door types like Ed Sheeran and Adele. Where once independent music was dominated by bona fide weirdos like the Jesus and Mary Chain and My Bloody Valentine, it became the time of Snow Patrol and Keane, bands that didn't so much challenge their fans as tell them everything was going to be OK. Of course, boredom isn't necessarily a bad thing. Coldplay also represent a new era of decency in music; of thinking about the impact you have on others, of being polite and respectful, of picking up your rubbish and putting it in the correct recycling bin. In an age of increasing global volatility, Coldplay's wholesome enthusiasm and sense of reason becomes attractive. That is why their stadium concerts tend to be such joyful affairs. Yes, fire and ice are exciting and dangerous, but sometimes you just want to immerse yourself in lukewarm water.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sonakshi Sinha finds hubby Zaheer Iqbal 'too much cute' when he's sleeping
Actress shared an adorable picture of her husband while he was sleeping. took Instagram stories , where she shared a picture of Zaheer sleeping on the couch. The actor could be seen wearing a denim shirt paired with dark pants as he slept on the couch. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Heaping praise on her husband: "Tooo much cute." Earlier this month, Sonakshi came out in support of content creator after she boldly responded to a troll who left an obscene comment on her recent vacation photos. Sonakshi took to her Instagram stories to applaud, sharing Kusha's post, the actress wrote, "Well done on calling out these low lives @kusha kapila!! I think we al need to name and shame gaali padegi, Instagram spam ho jayega aur nani yaaad aa jayegi.( sic)" Kapila wrote, "Satyam ki wajah se kitney logon ki mental health kharab rehti hogi. I offer to pay for two years worth of therapy and inner work for you so you don't feel compelled to show your darindigi at the sight of a happy woman. Write to me on thaapadmarungi@ (sic)." Work-wise, Kusha made her acting debut in 2020 with Johar's "Ghost Stories." Since then, she has appeared in numerous projects, including the shows "Masaba Masaba", "Life Hill Gayi" and the film "Sukhee," among others. On the work front, Sonakshi will next be seen "Jatadhara," a supernatural fantasy thriller, marks Sonakshi Sinha's highly anticipated debut in the Telugu film industry. The first look of the actress from the movie was revealed on International Women's Day, March 8. Directed by Venkat Kalyan, the film also stars Sudheer Babu and is produced by KR Bansal, Prerna Arora, Aruna Agarwal, and .
Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kusha Kapila posts about fake Facebook account asking for money in her name: 'Please ignore all inappropriate messages'
Actor and social media influencer Kusha Kapila has shared a note clarifying about a Facebook account which has been asking for money in her name. Taking to her Instagram Stories on Saturday, Kusha posted her clarification but deleted it later. (Also Read | Sonakshi Sinha defends Kusha Kapila calling out troll's 'disgusting, auraless behaviour': Nani yaad aa jayegi) Kusha shared a screenshot of the Facebook account, which had her profile photo and name. The bio read, "Small and stupid." The account has 122K followers and is following only three people. Sharing it, Kusha wrote, 'Apologies for highlighting this at a time like this but this Facebook page is not owned/ run by me. Please ignore all inappropriate messages/money requests.' She also wrote, "Thank you to everyone who pointed this out. Please stop engaging with this page, thinking it's me." On Instagram, Kusha has 4.2 million followers and 2,732 following. Recently, Kusha schooled a person who used a derogatory word on one of her Instagram posts. Kusha took to her Instagram stories to post a collage of the views she was enjoying and herself. Sharing a screenshot of his message, Kusha wrote, 'Satyam ki wajah se kitney logon ki mental health kharab rehti hogi. I offer to pay for two years' worth of therapy and inner work for you so you don't feel compelled to show your darindigi at the sight of a happy woman. Write to me on thaapadmarungi@ (It's because of people like Satyam that people's mental health is affected. I offer to pay for two years' worth of therapy and inner work for you so you don't feel compelled to show your brutality at the sight of a happy woman)." Kusha has been part of several films, including Ghost Stories (2020), Plan A Plan B (2022), Selfiee, Thank You for Coming, Sukhee (2023), and Ishq Vishk Rebound (2024). She was also seen in several web series such as Masaba Masaba season two, Case Toh Banta Hai, Minus One: New Chapter, Dehati Ladke Chaya and Life Hill Gayi. Kusha moved to Mumbai a few years ago. She was earlier married to Zorawar Ahluwalia. They tied the knot in 2018 but parted ways in 2023.
India.com
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kusha Kapila's makeover breaks the internet, netizens ask ‘retouched or…'
Kusha Kapila's makeover breaks the internet, netizens ask 'retouched or…' Kusha Kapila, a famous content creator turned actor, is known for her quick wit, fashion, and beauty-related content, and especially her infamous character 'Billi masi'. Kusha has also made a mark as an actor, and she established herself as India's most powerful content creator by creating opportunities for herself in the entertainment field. . With a huge social media fan base and a signature screen presence, she ventured into mainstream entertainment, making her acting debut in Ghost Stories and going on to feature in films such as Sukhee and Thank You for Coming. But besides her effervescent personality and funny videos that keep you hooked and entertained, Kusha is renowned for her sense of humor, outspoken nature, and effervescent personality. Kusha has now become the subject of interest for a new reason—her dramatic physical makeover. Recently seen by paparazzi in Mumbai, Kusha appeared noticeably thinner, wearing casual attire in a blue top and blue denim jeans. Her new appearance created a whirlwind of responses on social media, with fans being shocked by her look and some even terming her 'unrecognizable.' While some users appreciated her dedication, others couldn't help but speculate whether she took weight-loss medications such as Ozempic. One of them made a comment addressing her directly on Instagram: 'Was it Ozempic? Be honest, you owe it to women.' Kusha managed the assumption graciously and with flames. She replied fearlessly, asking the commenter to give their source and made it clear—'It's not Ozempic. It's a consistent workout and clean eating.' As per media reports, Kusha's health journey has been based on simplicity and discipline. She likes to eat clean, maintains healthy food, and does not mind repetition—eating the same lunch for months without getting bored. Her emphasis has been on portion control and moderation, and not on extreme diets or shortcuts. Even with her truthful confessions, there were still some netizens who speculated about alterations in her facial structure, even her dental look. Remarks such as 'What did the dentist do to her?' and 'She's so unrecognizable' overwhelmed posts. To date, Kusha has not commented on the cosmetic rumors, opting instead to allow her journey to speak for itself. Conclusion: Kusha Kapila's makeover is not only physical—it's personal, powerful, and inspiring. A person who has broken barriers in content, cinema, and self-expression, Kusha's transformation is a lesson that true change comes from commitment, not circumvention. Through noise and hearsay, Kusha remains unwavering, authentic, self-assured, and unmoved.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sonakshi Sinha supports Kusha Kapila after she shuts down a troll over vulgar remark
Actress Sonakshi Sinha has come out in support of content creator and actress Kusha Kapila after she boldly responded to a troll who left an obscene comment on her recent vacation photos. On Monday, Sonakshi took to her Instagram stories to applaud Kusha for calling out the inappropriate behavior publicly. Sharing Kusha's post, the 'Akira' actress wrote, "Well done on calling out these low lives @kusha kapila!! I think we al need to name and shame gaali padegi, Instagram spam ho jayega aur nani yaaad aa jayegi."(sic) Kusha Kapila strongly responded to a social media user after he left an inappropriate comment on her vacation pictures. Lashing out at the troll, Kusha publicly called out the individual, labeling his behavior as "disgusting" and unacceptable. Without hiding the name and face of the troll, who went by the name Satyan Singh on the social media platform, Kusha condemned his actions, describing them as "disgusting, unhealed, auraless behaviour." Sonakshi Sinha shuts trolls who targeted her for not answering a Ramayana-related question on KBC 11 Kapila wrote, "Satyam ki wajah se kitney logon ki mental health kharab rehti hogi. I offer to pay for two years worth of therapy and inner work for you so you don't feel compelled to show your darindigi at the sight of a happy woman. Write to me on thaapadmarungi@ (sic)." The user later apologized to Kusha in her DMs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Highest Earning College Majors—2025 Edition Best Paying Degrees | Search Ads Learn More Undo This isn't the first time Kusha Kapila has responded to online hate and abuse. Following her divorce from Zorawar Singh Ahluwalia in June 2023, she faced significant trolling and backlash on social media. Work-wise, Kusha made her acting debut in 2020 with Karan Johar 's "Ghost Stories." Since then, she has appeared in numerous projects, including the shows "Masaba Masaba", "Life Hill Gayi" and the film "Sukhee," among others. On the other hand, Sonakshi Sinha is preparing for the release of her upcoming film, "Nikita Roy." Directed by her brother, Kussh S. Sinha, the film is set to hit theatres on May 30, 2025.
