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Dia Mirza Advocates for Wildlife Conservation on World Biodiversity Day

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1 year ago

May 23, 2025

Dia Mirza’s passion for wildlife is well-known. To honor World Biodiversity Day on Thursday, the celebrated actress shared a heartfelt post on her social media accounts.

On Instagram, she uploaded several short videos showcasing the beauty of biodiversity, featuring majestic lions, tigers, elephants, deer, monkeys, butterflies, and a variety of colorful birds.

“Celebrating the beauty and diversity of life on our planet… On this World Biodiversity Day, let’s recognize that every plant, animal, and ecosystem is a crucial thread in the fabric of life. We must unite in protecting and nurturing the rich biodiversity that sustains us all,” she shared on the photo-sharing platform.

World Biodiversity Day, celebrated on May 22, is an internationally recognized day aimed at promoting awareness around biodiversity issues.

Earlier this week, Dia also focused on the essential role bees play in sustaining life on Earth. Highlighting that 75% of crops rely on pollination, the “Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein” actress remarked, “A world without bees is a silent one.” She emphasized that one in four wild bee species face the threat of extinction. This World Bee Day, she spotlighted the Red Dwarf Bee from Northwest India—small in size but significant in impact, this vital pollinator is crucial for healthy ecosystems and is unfortunately declining rapidly.

Dia pointed out that while over 75% of crops depend on pollination, factors like habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change are jeopardizing these essential workers. However, she believes that hope remains. “Each of us can help. Let’s #BringTheBuzzBack—one plant, one patch, one choice at a time.”

“Plant native flowers in your garden or on your balcony. Avoid pesticides. Support local beekeepers and organic farmers. Even a small area of bee-friendly plants can make a big difference. Let’s cultivate spaces where bees can prosper and ensure their song never fades away. Join the movement at beewild.org and follow @beewild.campaign for action. Bees are not just pollinators; they are the poets of our planet. Let’s protect, listen, and take action #ForNature #ForPeopleForPlanet #WorldBeeDay #BeeTheChange #BeatPollution #SDGs #GlobalGoals,” she concluded.

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Announce Second Pregnancy

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1 day ago

October 7, 2026

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Mumbai: Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have announced that they are expecting their second child. The couple shared the happy news through a joint social media post featuring their baby girl’s hands holding a pair of tiny socks.

“Blessed once again with the greatest gift of all. Our hearts are so full of love and gratitude,” they wrote in the caption.

Kiara and Sidharth tied the knot on February 7, 2023, at Suryagarh Palace in Rajasthan. The couple fell in love while working together on the 2021 film Shershaah.

Kiara had earlier revealed on Koffee With Karan Season 8 that Sidharth proposed to her during a family trip to Rome. She recalled that he even used dialogues from Shershaah while proposing.

On the work front, Sidharth was last seen in The Vvaan, while Kiara was last seen in Yash’s Toxic.

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Will ‘Premada Oorali’ Join the List of Kannada Cinema’s Most Profitable Hits?

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October 7, 2026

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Entertainment: Kannada romantic family drama Premada Oorali is continuing its successful run at the box office. Released on September 25, 2026, the film has recorded strong growth during its second week, driven by positive word-of-mouth and steady audience support.

Directed by National Award-winner Manoj Kumar, the film was reportedly made on a modest budget of around Rs.3 crore to Rs.3.5 crore. Despite a slow opening, it has emerged as a major commercial success.

The movie opened with an estimated net collection of Rs.9 lakh to Rs.12 lakh on its first day. Its collections increased steadily after positive audience feedback. The film earned around Rs.7.92 crore net during its first week.

By the end of 11 days, Premada Oorali had collected approximately Rs.15.29 crore to Rs.17.57 crore net in India.

The film witnessed another jump on Day 12. It collected around Rs.3.65 crore net across 834 shows, compared to Rs.3 crore on the previous day. This marks a growth of nearly 21.7 per cent.

With the Day 12 collection, the film’s total India net collection has reached around Rs.21.22 crore, while its India gross collection stands at approximately Rs.24.69 crore.

The film’s overseas collection is currently not available. Its confirmed worldwide gross collection is also yet to be reported.

With its strong performance against a relatively small production budget, Premada Oorali has emerged as one of the notable sleeper hits of Kannada cinema in 2026.

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Senior Kannada Actress Lalithamma Dies at 65

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October 4, 2026

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Bengaluru: Veteran Kannada supporting actress Lalithamma, who had worked in theatre, films and television for over three decades, passed away on Sunday at the age of 65.

Lalithamma had been suffering from a stroke for the past two and a half months. As she had no one to take care of her, she was receiving shelter and care from the Amma’s Madilu Trust.

Lalithamma had dedicated nearly 35 years to the theatre industry. She performed in hundreds of stage plays and also appeared in several Kannada films and television serials.

She gained recognition among Kannada audiences through her role as ‘Saraayi Sharade’ in Darshan-starrer Suntara Gaali.

She later acted in several popular films, including Jackie, Vajrakaya, Jungli Kitturu and Putra, among others.

Lalithamma was also part of several television serials, including Rangoli, Mangalya and Mahamayi.

Known for her supporting roles and long-standing contribution to the entertainment industry, Lalithamma’s death has left her colleagues and well-wishers mourning her loss.