Entertainment

Sreeleela Gets Touted as ‘The Next Big Thing’ Ahead of Her Bollywood Debut

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1 year ago

May 23, 2025

Sreeleela is setting the screen on fire, taking on one project at a time. Her recent dance number “Kissik” in *Pushpa 2* has captivated audiences, and she is now preparing for her Bollywood debut alongside Kartik Aryan in Anurag Basu’s upcoming film. With high expectations from her fans, Sreeleela recently discussed the pressures of being labeled “the next big thing” in an interview with *Elle*.

She expressed her gratitude for the title, saying, “It’s a very kind thought, and I deeply appreciate the trust people have in me. The pressure feels like a responsibility—I want to give it my all.” She added, “The support I receive feels like family, and I cherish that bond. Describing it would limit it.”

Regarding her collaboration with Kartik Aryan, she hinted, “It will be a beautifully-packed surprise for the audience, and surprises make the best gifts.”

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— Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) February 15, 2025

In addition to acting, Sreeleela, who gained fame through *Guntur Karam*, is also a qualified doctor. “Doctor was the first career I envisioned for myself. However, everyone, especially my mom’s colleagues, remarked, ‘She’s going to pursue acting for sure.’ My mom would say, ‘Shhh! Don’t jinx it!’ Being a doctor is akin to being a parent, but acting captured my heart—it’s truly the best of both worlds.”

Earlier this year, the film’s teaser was unveiled, promising an emotional musical romance featuring Kartik Aryan as a brooding singer with a rugged look. His portrayal has stirred excitement among fans. In the teaser, Kartik sings “Tu Meri Zindagi Hai,” with beautiful snippets of the couple’s romance. The film’s title is still under wraps, but it’s set to hit theaters during Diwali 2025.

With Anurag Basu directing and Pritam composing the music, Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar are producing the project.

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Saif Ali Khan Turns 56: A Look at His Simple Diet Plan

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2 days ago

August 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Entertainment: Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan turned 56 on August 16. The actor is known for his versatile performances in films such as Dil Chahta Hai, Omkara, Love Aaj Kal and Tanhaji.

Saif has also maintained a strong focus on fitness over the years. Unlike many celebrities, he prefers a simple and balanced diet.

In an earlier conversation with Curly Tales, Saif spoke about his daily food habits. He said his meals are mostly simple and home-style.

For breakfast, Saif usually has eggs with toast. He prefers a vegetarian lunch. His lunch often includes vegetables, bhindi, dal, gajar-matar and one roti.

He also enjoys fish and rice at times. For dinner, he often prefers meat.

Saif said he usually carries home-cooked food while shooting. He believes that food served on film sets may not always be suitable for those trying to stay fit.

The actor also said that he does not often eat rich or heavy food. He may have some kebabs in the evening, but mostly prefers simple meals.

Saif believes that food is mainly a source of nourishment. He said staying fit is important because of the demands of his profession.

He also follows a simple diet with his wife, Kareena Kapoor Khan, even when they are at their Pataudi home.

Saif will next be seen in Haiwaan, alongside Akshay Kumar.

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Blue Line Metro Opening Likely to Be Delayed to 2027

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3 days ago

August 16, 2026

Namma Kudla

Mangluru: The much-awaited Namma Metro Blue Line project is likely to face another delay.

The Blue Line will connect Silk Board with KR Puram and link the busy Outer Ring Road (ORR) with the city’s major IT corridors.

The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) had earlier planned to start commercial operations by the end of 2026.

However, the opening may now be pushed to early or mid-2027. Several civil and system works are still pending.

The Byappanahalli depot work is one of the major concerns. The depot is important for the operation and maintenance of metro trains.

The work to connect the Blue Line with the depot is yet to be completed.

Construction of metro viaducts is also pending at Marathahalli and the Central Silk Board junctions.

The project has also faced technical challenges at Iblur. These include the presence of a high-pressure GAIL gas pipeline and a Cauvery water supply pipeline.

Land acquisition issues have also affected the construction of the station.

Work at Silk Board has also been delayed. BMRCL received permission for pillar construction from traffic police and civic agencies only after some delay.

BMRCL is trying to begin trial runs between KR Puram and HSR Layout by October 2026.

However, officials have indicated that commercial operations on the Blue Line will not be possible in 2026.

The delay has raised concerns about traffic congestion on the ORR.

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) is planning to begin white-topping work on the ORR from October 2026. The project is estimated to cost around Rs.450 crore.

If the road work begins before the Blue Line becomes operational, traffic problems could increase on the busy IT corridor.

Around 8 to 10 lakh employees and other commuters use this corridor every day.

In view of the expected traffic disruption, Minister Krishna Byre Gowda has asked officials to discuss the possibility of allowing companies to provide up to 50 per cent work-from-home facilities for their employees.

The Blue Line is expected to provide major relief to commuters once it becomes fully operational.