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India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Nora Fatehi teaches Saki Saki hook step to American star Ciara. Watch
Actor Nora Fatehi recently shared a dance video with American pop star Ciara, in which she teaches the 'Saki Saki' hook step to the Grammy Award-winning artiste. The clip, posted on Instagram, shows the two performers dancing in sync, drawing attention to the cross-cultural known for hits like 'Level Up', '1, 2 Step', and 'Goodies', is seen matching Nora's powerful moves step-for-step, leaving fans impressed. Nora captioned the video, "So I just got my girl @ciara doing the iconic Saki Saki hookstep.. this is Insane! She's such a fun beautiful soul! Can't wait to jam with u again. Guys should we drop a song together next? #dancewithnora (sic).' advertisementThe video quickly went viral, with fans calling it a beautiful moment of cultural connection. This comes shortly after Fatehi's appearance at the American Music Awards, where she wowed everyone in a stylish Tom Ford outfit. She has also been gaining international fame through her collaboration with Jason Derulo on the song 'Snake', which has already crossed 130 million the 'Saki Saki' dance, which Nora first performed five years ago, is trending again on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. People from all over the world are trying to copy her powerful the work front, Nora recently appeared as Ayesha Dhondi in the web series 'The Royals', alongside Bhumi Pednekar and Ishaan Khatter. She will also be seen in the upcoming movie 'Kanchana 4'.Must Watch
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Russell Wilson, Ciara Draw Attention During Knicks-Pistons Game
Russell Wilson wasted no time getting to know his new teammates after signing one-year, $10.5 million deal with the New York Giants. "What really was exciting was the players, the guys," Wilson told reporters after signing his contract. "Just some of the guys I got to meet here at the facility, but also, too, some of the guys that I've admired playing against. Advertisement "For me personally, I'm excited to get to work and just focus on that part of it. I know that when you put the hard work in great things happen, and I'm excited about the great things that are going to happen here." Wilson is also getting comfortable as New Yorker, supporting the city's other teams. Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns, Jordyn Woods, Ciara, and Giants quarterback Russell WilsonWendell Cruz-Imagn Images The Super Bowl champ and his wife, Ciara, attended Game 1 of the playoff series between the New York Knicks (No. 3) and Detroit Pistons (No. 6) on April 19. The couple's eldest son, Future, also attended the matchup. While the Knicks love to highlight all the guests in "Celebrity Row," the team picked an inopportune time to show off Wilson and the "1,2 Step" singer. Advertisement With New York losing to the Pistons at home during the third quarter, fans at Madison Square Garden gave the famous couple a "very lukewarm reception," the NBA's Brett Handling noted. The Knicks' official social media account on X also drew criticism for hyping up the 36-year-old quarterback and Ciara, 39, at the wrong moment. One fan posted, "You are losing. Stop tweeting." One person commented, "Cool, show us multimillionaires in the front row while real Knick fans are 10000 feet from the court." Another fan begged, "Read the room. 😭." While the Knicks came back to defeat the Piston 123-112, tensions were clearly running high when Wilson was shown on the jumbotron. One viewer posted, "MSG showed Russell Wilson with the [expletive] glasses indoors and got bad vibes." Another person complained, "Ahhh, Russell Wilson is here. No wonder the Knicks are losing!" Related: Russell Wilson's Wife Ciara Breaks Silence on Baby No. 5 Rumors
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
DJ Funk, Ghetto House Trailblazer, Dies at 54
DJ Funk, the Chicago legend who coined the term "ghetto house," has died. The musician, whose real name was Charles Chambers, was 54. Funk's death was confirmed to PEOPLE by his friend and collaborator DJ Slugo. "He was one of the pioneers of the sound we call ghetto house music in Chicago," he wrote in an email statement. "We love and miss you my brother, and I won't let our sound die." Related: DJ Unk, 'Walk It Out' and '2 Step' Rapper, Dies at 43 Slugo also shared an Instagram Reel of him driving to the late musician's music on Wednesday, March 5. "RIP DJ FUNK 😔" he captioned the post. No specific cause of death was revealed, but news of Funk's death comes just days after his family launched a GoFundMe to help cover funeral costs after they said Funk was coming to the end of his battle with stage 4 cancer. "Dj Funk, a talented artist who has brought so much joy and inspiration to so many through his music, is now facing the heartbreaking reality of planning for his final farewell," they wrote in a statement on the page. "He has been bravely battling stage 4 cancer and now doesn't have much longer left. We are raising $10,000 to cover funeral arrangements and give him the tribute he deserves." They added: "This is a challenging time for the family and any support you can provide whether through donations or sharing this post would mean the world to us. Thank you." A rep for Funk could not be reached by PEOPLE for comment. As the pioneer of "ghetto house" aka "booty house," Funk helped shape the sound of the late '80s and early '90s, fusing sped-up beats, bass and vocals and raunchy lyrics, crafting tracks like 'Work Dat Body,' 'Run' and 'Pump It.' Born in 1971, he emerged as a fixture of the Chicago and Detroit rave scene, performing at underground parties in the early '90s. Over the years, he collaborated with Slugo, DJ Deeon and Traxman and released several influential EPs, including House The Groove, House Trax II and The Original Video 2006, Funk launched his own label, Funk Records, where he released mixtapes, singles and collaborations with Jeff Mills, Houz'mon, Deeon and more. That year, he also teamed up with Justice on a Waters of Nazareth remix EP. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Related: My Chemical Romance Rocker Bob Bryar's Cause of Death Ruled 'Undetermined,' Nitrous Oxide Found Near Body: Autopsy (Report) He even received recognition by Daft Punk on their 1997 track 'Teachers,' where he earned a mention alongside Chicago house legend Paul Johnson, as well as George Clinton, Lil Louis, Kenny Dope, Dr. Dre, and more. In a 2005 interview, Funk opened up to Red Bull Music Academy about carving his own lane in the music industry. "I just decided that I just needed to be more real and more like myself," he said at the time. "I decided, if I go one route, I'm a sound like everybody else. If I take it this route and make something like 'Pussy Ride,' that's something that'll shock a motherf---er." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
DJ Unk's cause of death confirmed by wife after 'Walk It Out' rapper dies at 43
Rapper DJ Unk, who was best known for the bouncy early-2000s crunk hit "Walk It Out," has died. The musician's wife Sherkita Long-Platt announced his death Friday morning on Facebook. "I just lost my husband and my kids lost their father," she wrote. "Our life will never be the same." DJ Unk, born Anthony Leonard Platt, was 43. "I LOVE YOU ANTHONY FOREVER," Long-Platt wrote. Long-Platt confirmed to TMZ on Sunday that Platt died in his sleep after suffering a heart attack. She also shut down speculation that drugs played a role in the "2 Step" and "Show Out" artist's death. Read more: The 50 greatest moments in hip-hop history Atlanta label Big Oomp Records, which signed Platt in 2000, said in an Instagram tribute Saturday that the rapper "was not just a legendary DJ, rapper and producer, but a true cornerstone of our label" whose legacy "will be cherished forever." An Atlanta native, Platt began his music career in the late 1990s, spinning for the Southern Style DJs with DJ Montay and DJ Jelly. The trio brought its music to various community events across Georgia. Platt eventually signed to Big Oomp and released his debut single, "Walk It Out," in 2006. That same year he released "Beat'n Down Yo Block," his debut album. Platt was also known for the 2006 single "2 Step" and released three albums over his career, but "Walk It Out" remained his claim to fame. It climbed several Billboard charts and inspired a remix featuring OutKast and Jim Jones. The single also found new life beyond the music scene. In a 2023 interview with Billboard, Platt said listeners used his 2006 smash in "workout dances, they use it in church, they use it for anything." Read more: Rich Homie Quan, Atlanta rapper who touted Young Thug and YG among collaborators, dies at 33 The rapper was "my EVERYTHING," Long-Platt said on Instagram. On Sunday, she shared a video collage, set to Monica's "Love All Over Me," that featured photos of Platt performing and spending time with his family. Dozens of residents gathered at a park in downtown Atlanta on Sunday for a candelight vigil in Platt's honor. According to videos shared on Facebook, attendees released white and blue balloons into the sky as they voiced their love for the late rapper. Some attendees sang along to DJ Unk's "Walk It Out" and "2 Step" as others exchanged hugs. Get notified when the biggest stories in Hollywood, culture and entertainment go live. Sign up for L.A. Times entertainment alerts. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
27-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
DJ Unk's cause of death confirmed by wife after ‘Walk It Out' rapper dies at 43
Rapper DJ Unk, who was best known for the bouncy early-2000s crunk hit 'Walk It Out,' has died. The musician's wife Sherkita Long-Platt announced his death Friday morning on Facebook. 'I just lost my husband and my kids lost their father,' she wrote. 'Our life will never be the same.' DJ Unk, born Anthony Leonard Platt, was 43. 'I LOVE YOU ANTHONY FOREVER,' Long-Platt wrote. Long-Platt confirmed to TMZ on Sunday that Platt died in his sleep after suffering a heart attack. She also shut down speculation that drugs played a role in the '2 Step' and 'Show Out' artist's death. Atlanta label Big Oomp Records, which signed Platt in 2000, said in an Instagram tribute Saturday that the rapper 'was not just a legendary DJ, rapper and producer, but a true cornerstone of our label' whose legacy 'will be cherished forever.' An Atlanta native, Platt began his music career in the late 1990s, spinning for the Southern Style DJs with DJ Montay and DJ Jelly. The trio brought its music to various community events across Georgia. Platt eventually signed to Big Oomp and released his debut single, 'Walk It Out,' in 2006. That same year he released 'Beat'n Down Yo Block,' his debut album. Platt was also known for the 2006 single '2 Step' and released three albums over his career, but 'Walk It Out' remained his claim to fame. It climbed several Billboard charts and inspired a remix featuring OutKast and Jim Jones. The single also found new life beyond the music scene. In a 2023 interview with Billboard, Platt said listeners used his 2006 smash in 'workout dances, they use it in church, they use it for anything.' The rapper was 'my EVERYTHING,' Long-Platt said on Instagram. On Sunday, she shared a video collage, set to Monica's 'Love All Over Me,' that featured photos of Platt performing and spending time with his family. Dozens of residents gathered at a park in downtown Atlanta on Sunday for a candelight vigil in Platt's honor. According to videos shared on Facebook, attendees released white and blue balloons into the sky as they voiced their love for the late rapper. Some attendees sang along to DJ Unk's 'Walk It Out' and '2 Step' as others exchanged hugs.
