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Shruti Haasan Delves into Love, Darkness, and Self-Discovery in Her On-Screen Performances

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2 years ago

March 4, 2025

Actress Shruti Haasan recently attended the Indian premiere of her British psychological thriller, ‘The Eye,’ which opened the 5th Wench Film Festival. She has revealed her longstanding attraction to narratives that delve into themes of love, darkness, and self-discovery.

Shruti expressed that ‘The Eye’ provided her with a platform to explore these emotions through her performance. Set against the stunning backdrop of Greece, the film follows Diana, portrayed by Haasan, as she embarks on a poignant journey to scatter her late husband Felix’s ashes on a secluded island. What begins as a quest for closure soon leads her into the eerie and enigmatic ‘Evil Eye’ ritual, unraveling a haunting tale of grief, fate, and supernatural elements.

Reflecting on her experience, Shruti shared, “From the moment I came across the script, I felt that this film was meant for me. I’ve always been attracted to stories that probe into love, darkness, and self-discovery—concepts I resonate with profoundly. ‘The Eye’ offered me the chance to confront these emotions on screen, and collaborating with a remarkably talented all-female creative team made it even more extraordinary. It seemed as though the universe conspired to bring this opportunity to me.”

The film is directed by Daphne Schmon and produced by Fingerprint Content, marking Shruti Haasan’s highly anticipated international debut. The Wench Film Festival, founded by Sapna Bhavnani, is celebrated as India’s leading platform for horror, sci-fi, and fantasy cinema.

As a visually captivating psychological thriller, ‘The Eye’ promises to deliver a gripping cinematic experience that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, showcasing Haasan’s talent in complex and emotionally intense roles. The film features a script by acclaimed writer Emily Carlton and includes performances from international star Mark Rowley (known for ‘Last Kingdom’ and ‘Rogue Heroes’) along with British actors Anna Savva and Linda Marlowe. The project was produced by UK pioneer Melanie Dicks through Fingerprint Content, with Yu-Fai Suen and Jess Hines acting as executive producers.

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Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra Announce Second Pregnancy

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2 days 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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2 days ago

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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5 days ago

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.