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Time of India
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Russia says captured two more east Ukraine settlements
Russia said Sunday it had captured another two settlements in east Ukraine , one in the Donetsk region and one in the Kharkiv region. Ukraine did not immediately comment on Russia's claims. Moscow has been grinding forward on the front line for over a year, pressing its advantage against overstretched and outmanned Ukrainian troops. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New cars, best deals! CarXplore Shop Now Undo On Sunday, Russia said it had captured the village of Piddubne in Donetsk and Sobolivka in Kharkiv. Piddubne was home to around 500 people before the conflict and lies just seven kilometres (four miles) from the border of Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region. Live Events The Sobolivka village lies some three kilometres (two miles) west of the town of Kupiansk, outside of areas Russia claims it is holding, according to battlefield maps by the US-based Institute for the Study of War ( ISW ). In two separate Telegram posts, the Russian defence ministry said its army units had "liberated" the settlements of Poddubnoye and Sobolevka, using Russian spellings for the localities. The Russian military accelerated its advances for a third consecutive month in June. Its territorial gains for that month were the biggest since November last year, according to an AFP analysis of ISW data.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chris Miller hails Rihanna's role as Smurfette in The Smurfs Movie: "She is an outsider who found her place"
As the countdown begins for the release of The Smurfs Movie, director Chris Miller is giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at what makes the film truly special and magical. According to the director, it is none other than his leading lady, Rihanna . The music icon voices the beloved Smurfette in the upcoming animated feature. Speaking about the star becoming the voice of the little blue character, Miller said, RiRi had no qualms slipping right into the role and bringing heart, humour, and depth to the character like never before. 'I don't know that there's a movie without Rihanna,' Miller said in a statement. 'She came in with an open heart, an open mind, and more knowledge about Smurfs than anyone I will ever know. She also is an outsider who found her place, like Smurfette. She's got a great voice. She's a terrific actress. As a musician, she is singular. Everything she touches, she makes exceptional and her own.' Rihanna's performance has already generated major buzz, with early reactions praising her emotional nuance and comedic timing, a blend Miller credits for helping the film stand out in a year packed with animated blockbusters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New cars, best deals! CarXplore Shop Now Undo In this fresh take on the classic franchise, The Smurfs Movie follows Smurfette as she leads the blue crew on a daring mission into the real world after Papa Smurf (voiced by John Goodman ) is mysteriously captured by the villainous wizards Razamel and Gargamel. Along the way, the Smurfs team up with unexpected allies and confront powerful questions about identity, belonging, and destiny. The film promises to retain the charm and whimsy that have made the Smurfs household names while introducing new stakes and deeper character arcs for a modern audience. Set for a theatrical release on July 18, 2025, in English and Hindi, The Smurfs Movie is poised to be one of the most heartwarming and adventurous animated films of the year.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1' update: The trailer of the much delayed Pawan Kalyan starrer to release on July 3
Picture Credit: Facebook Pawan Kalyan 's long-awaited period drama 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu Part 1: Sword vs Spirit' is finally gaining momentum after several delays. The latest social media announcements suggest the trailer is all set to release on big screens soon. Taking to social media, the production house confirmed the trailer release time and locations, writing, "It's time to celebrate the warrior on the BIG SCREENS Here's the #HHVMTrailer Ceeded Theatres List. Catch it in select theatres on July 3rd @ 11:10 AM." The announcement comes after months of anticipation and hints, and it appears the makers are preparing for nothing short of a cinematic celebration. Filmmaker Naga Vamsi himself shared a cryptic message regarding the trailer. He wrote, "I don't know what you're all expecting… but come July 3rd, you're in for a surprise! Get ready. Brace yourselves. #HariHaraVeeraMallu trailer packs a real high… It comes with scale, madness, and the kind of energy you didn't see coming. You'll feel it. And you'll talk about it." The message was reshared by the production team with a poetic caption, "July 3rd nunde Panduga modhalu ani kavi bhavam." This suggests that the team is planning to turn the trailer launch into a grand celebration and possibly a theatrical event across key centres. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New cars, best deals! CarXplore Shop Now Undo Directed by Krish Jagarlamudi , the film stars Nidhhi Agerwal as the female lead, with Bobby Deol taking on the role of the main antagonist portraying Aurangzeb. The film also includes Nassar, Vennela Kishore , and other prominent names. The musical score is composed by Oscar winner MM Keeravaani. Speaking of the actor's other releases, Pawan Kalyan will be also seen in the gangster action thriller, 'They Call Him OG' or simply 'OG'. Pawan Kalyan is currently shooting 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh'.
