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Economic Times
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Tanzanian social media star Kili Paul wants to marry a Malayali woman and settle in Kerala
Kili Paul kown as Unniyettan, is set to make his debut in Malayalam cinema. Synopsis Tanzanian digital sensation Kili Paul, affectionately known as 'Unniyettan' by his Malayali fans, is transitioning to Malayalam cinema with roles in 'Innocent' and 'Masai Warrior.' The latter, a multilingual film based on his life, will feature dialogues in over 25 languages. Tanzanian digital creator Kili Paul, cherished by Malayalis who fondly call him 'Unniyettan,' is all set to transition from Instagram fame to Malayalam cinema. Known for his captivating lip-sync and dance videos featuring popular Malayalam songs, Kili has won over hearts across Kerala. His viral content, often uploaded as Instagram Reels, captured the attention of not only netizens but also filmmakers. ADVERTISEMENT Now, he will be making his acting debut in the Malayalam film Innocent. But this is just the beginning of his cinematic journey — he is also gearing up to take on the lead role in Masai Warrior, a film that draws directly from his personal poster for Masai Warrior, which proudly carries the tagline 'A Tanzanian Cinematic Journey,' has already been revealed. The film, along with Innocent, is being directed by Satheesh Thanvi. Masai Warrior is a multilingual film project that will include dialogue in more than 25 different languages — Malayalam, Masai, English, Sinhala, French, Polish, Spanish, German, Arabic, Uzbek, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Urdu, Japanese, Sindhi, Balochi, Punjabi, and more. Backed by production houses Martini Prime Productions and Theatre Stories, the film is supported by producers Priyadarshini P. M. and Najmudeen. The visual storytelling is being shaped by cinematographer Nikhil S. Praveen, while the narrative structure has been crafted by screenwriter P. V. Paul received an enthusiastic welcome from Malayalam fans during the official title unveiling event of Innocent at Lulu Mall in Kochi. The event turned into a celebration of his deep connection with Kerala and its people. Touched by the affection he received, Kili expressed immense gratitude. He also shared a heartfelt dream — to one day marry a girl from Kerala and build a life there. His words earned thunderous applause from the audience, further affirming his beloved status among Paul is a hugely popular content creator from Tanzania, best known for his entertaining videos on Instagram, where he boasts a following of over 10 million. His rise to stardom came from meticulously observing Malayalam music trends and producing flawless lip-sync videos that resonated deeply with fans in Kerala. ADVERTISEMENT As his popularity grew, he leaned further into Malayalam content, showcasing his admiration for the language and culture. In recognition of this bond, his Malayali followers lovingly named him 'Unniyettan'—a' title he now embraces with pride, often signing off his Malayalam posts with the term. (Catch all the Budget 2024 News, Budget 2024 Live Coverage Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) NEXT STORY
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tanzanian social media star Kili Paul wants to marry a Malayali woman and settle in Kerala
Tanzanian digital creator Kili Paul, cherished by Malayalis who fondly call him 'Unniyettan,' is all set to transition from Instagram fame to Malayalam cinema . Known for his captivating lip-sync and dance videos featuring popular Malayalam songs, Kili has won over hearts across Kerala. His viral content, often uploaded as Instagram Reels, captured the attention of not only netizens but also filmmakers. Now, he will be making his acting debut in the Malayalam film Innocent. But this is just the beginning of his cinematic journey — he is also gearing up to take on the lead role in Masai Warrior , a film that draws directly from his personal story. A Global Cinematic Adventure The poster for Masai Warrior, which proudly carries the tagline 'A Tanzanian Cinematic Journey,' has already been revealed. The film, along with Innocent, is being directed by Satheesh Thanvi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Especialista: truque simples antes de dormir suaviza o bigode chinês Notícias | Beleza | Mulher Saiba Mais Undo Masai Warrior is a multilingual film project that will include dialogue in more than 25 different languages — Malayalam, Masai, English, Sinhala, French, Polish, Spanish, German, Arabic, Uzbek, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Urdu, Japanese, Sindhi, Balochi, Punjabi, and more. Backed by production houses Martini Prime Productions and Theatre Stories, the film is supported by producers Priyadarshini P. M. and Najmudeen. The visual storytelling is being shaped by cinematographer Nikhil S. Praveen, while the narrative structure has been crafted by screenwriter P. V. Shajikumar. A Warm Kerala Welcome Kili Paul received an enthusiastic welcome from Malayalam fans during the official title unveiling event of Innocent at Lulu Mall in Kochi. The event turned into a celebration of his deep connection with Kerala and its people. Touched by the affection he received, Kili expressed immense gratitude. He also shared a heartfelt dream — to one day marry a girl from Kerala and build a life there. His words earned thunderous applause from the audience, further affirming his beloved status among Malayalis. The Man Behind the Reels Kili Paul is a hugely popular content creator from Tanzania, best known for his entertaining videos on Instagram, where he boasts a following of over 10 million. His rise to stardom came from meticulously observing Malayalam music trends and producing flawless lip-sync videos that resonated deeply with fans in Kerala. As his popularity grew, he leaned further into Malayalam content, showcasing his admiration for the language and culture. In recognition of this bond, his Malayali followers lovingly named him 'Unniyettan'—a' title he now embraces with pride, often signing off his Malayalam posts with the term.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"I Feel At Home" - Tanzanian Influencer Kili Paul Enjoys Biryani In Kochi During India Trip
Tanzanian content creator Kili Paul's love for India is no secret. He often shares posts appreciating the country and its diverse food on social media. Currently promoting his upcoming film Innocent, Kili recently landed in Kerala and treated himself to a grand Indian meal. In a video shared on Instagram, Kili is seen enjoying biryani at the Kochi Marriott Hotel. The clip shows him seated at a restaurant as the staff serves him biryani from a large bowl. He even raises a toast with what looks like pineapple juice. On the table, there is also a small plate of banana chips and two types of desserts. Also Read: Canadian Woman Tastes Misal Pav, But Her Rating Is Not 10/10 In the caption, Kili wrote, 'When I'm in India, I feel at home and treated very well. Thank you, India, thank you Kerala." Check out the post here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kili Paul (@kili_paul) Needless to say, Desis showered the comments section with love. A user wrote, "Welcome to India, bro." Another one added, "You are a superstar." A person said, "Next time you come to India, you must taste Tamil Nadu's Ambur biryani in local shops." Someone commented, "Good thing happens to good people, and you deserve all the love." A foodie asked, "How was the biryani, bro? Hope you liked it." Also Read: Australian Vlogger's Funny Take On What Indians Would Do On Titanic Wins Approval Of Chai Lovers Earlier, Kili Paul shared his love for chai in a fun Instagram post. The video showed him sitting outdoors with his sister, Neema Paul, while the song Mujhko Peena Hain by Mohammed Aziz played in the background. Kili lip-synced to the lyrics as he sipped from a mug in his hand. While the drink wasn't clearly visible, his caption confirmed it was chai. The note read, "Any Chai Lovers Here? Welcome Chai, My Family". Read the full story here. Before this, Kili Paul grabbed attention with a viral video set to the song In Heaven There Is No Beer. The quirky title sparked curiosity, and viewers loved his performance. The comments section was flooded with praise, with fans appreciating his unique and entertaining content.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Tanzanian Social Media Star Kili Paul Says He ‘Feels Like Home In India'
Last Updated: "When I'm in India, I feel at home and treated very well," Kili Paul expressed his love. Tanzanian social media sensation Kili Paul has long expressed his deep admiration for India and its culture, and his Instagram feed clearly reflects that. He rose to fame with his viral lip-sync videos to popular Bollywood songs, eventually earning recognition from the Indian High Commission in 2022. Recently, Kili once again showcased his affection for India by sharing a heartfelt video on the photo-sharing application, where he said that the country 'feels like home." The video shows Paul, dressed sharply in a black three-piece suit, seated at a luxurious restaurant in Kerala, India. As the clip unfolds, a hotel staff member serves him biryani from a large bowl, and Paul raises a toast to the camera. Sharing the clip, he wrote in the caption, 'When I'm in India, I feel at home and treated very well. Thank you, India, thank you Kerala." An Instagram user commented, 'So kind of them, brother. What a reception by the people of India." Another one commented, 'I love how they show you so much support. I want team India in my corner. I can't wait to visit one day." One of them shared, 'It's a tradition of GOD'S OWN COUNTRY, KERALA." A Person commented, 'You are a superstar." Another user shared, 'So kind. Good thing happens for good people and you deserve all the love." A comment read, 'You're always welcome in India." Notably, the Tanzanian social media star recently arrived in Kerala for the first-look poster launch of his upcoming film, Innocent, which marks his debut in the Malayalam film industry. Paul shared several videos and pictures from the grand launch event, giving fans a glimpse of the excitement surrounding his first film. Produced by M. Sreeraj AKD under the banner of Elements of Cinema, Innocent is directed by Satheesh Thanvi. Alongside Paul, the film stars Althaf Salim and Anarkali Marikar in the lead roles. First Published:
Vancouver Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Presumed Innocent writer Scott Turow brings new book to Vancouver Writers Fest event
After a 15-year absence, Rusty Sabich is back on the pages of a Scott Turow crime thriller . The star of two previous Turow bestselling novels , Presumed Innocent and Innocent, Rusty returns to centre stage in Turow's latest offering, titled Presumed Guilty. Rusty, now in his mid-70s, is living in a fictional rural U.S. Midwest community. A retired judge who does some mediation and arbitration work, Rusty is enjoying his third act living on the edge of a lovely lake with a lovely partner named Bea. Things are going along smoothly until Bea's young adult son, Aaron, who is living under the couple's supervision while on probation for a drug charge, disappears. After he turns up, it's discovered he was camping with his troubled on-again, off-again girlfriend. But things didn't go well and he left angry and returned home. She did not return home, and is found dead two weeks later. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Aaron is arrested and Rusty is forced out of retirement. 'I've never been much of a person to keep journals. So, my personal reflections tend to find their way into the fiction. And, certainly in Rusty's case, that's been particularly true,' said Turow over the phone from Florida recently. 'I would say Rusty is always with me. He's not front of mind, but the two times I've done this now, that is to say, going back to Rusty, I have found it remarkably easy just to go back to that voice. It's very natural to me.' Through the story, Aaron and Rusty grow closer as Rusty sees the reality of Aaron's life as a young Black man. (He was adopted at a young age by Bea, in a predominantly white community.) 'Aaron is a pretty isolated guy. He's to himself, he likes to spend time alone. He likes to get into the wilderness,' said Turow. 'I began saying to myself, 'So what would make him that way?' I realized that, certainly, being a Black kid in a white family in a rural area where there are not a lot of other Black people, would help explain that.' Turow explained that his editor was 'apprehensive,' about Turow, a white guy, writing about a young Black man. 'I do accept the fact, the big risk, if somebody is writing about a character of an identifiable group of which the author is not part. The big risk is inauthenticity,' said Turow. 'I don't accept the idea that white people shouldn't write about Black people, or Black people shouldn't write about white people, or whatever category. Not men about women and vice versa. I was not afraid of that.' Turow will be in Vancouver on June 3 (7:30 p.m.) at the Granville Island Stage for the Vancouver Writers Fest event Books & Ideas: Scott Turow — Presumed Guilty, along with award-winning author and screenwriter Susin Nielsen, the creator of Global TV's Family Law, whose latest book, Snap, is out now. 'I think that my audience has always been disproportionately lawyers,' said Turow when asked about who comes to his live events. 'There are always some lawyers who want to write. The law is all about words. So, lawyers are word people to begin with. So, it's kind of natural.' When wannabe writers turn up, they invariably seek some sort of advice from Turow, who has penned 13 novels and sold more than 30 million books. 'My advice is that there aren't any magic formulas, and you've got to stick your butt in the chair and do it,' said Turow. 'It's like everything else in life. You get better at it by doing it. You know the old joke; how do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice, practice, practice.' After doing a creative writing degree in the early 1970s, Turow went to law school and then practised law. He stepped away from commercial law in 2022. But, today, he still has his hand in the legal game as he is working on a pro bono civil case — which he thinks will be his last — leaving him to get his legal fix at a keyboard. While Turow's previous novels took place in more urban settings, Presumed Guilty is set in a small town with dynastic legal family. 'The setting that I'm describing in Presumed Guilty is one that I know very well, and I've watched it with interest, even though I think we'll always be outsiders up there,' said Turow, who lives part of the time in rural Wisconsin. 'You're talking about an area, for example, where you know the economic prospects are limited, so you're basically raising your children understanding that they're likely to leave and not leave because they want to, but because they have to … This really is something that I thought I ought to write about, eventually, because it's not a part of American life that's glimpsed as often in our fiction.' He also liked the idea of a story surrounding a family where one member is suspected of a serious crime. 'I've seen lots of good writing about this. There's just been a series on, I think it's on Netflix, called Adolescence, so this seemed really rich to me, because I'm always interested in drawing into the intersection between the law and family life,' said Turow. 'That's kind of a good matrix for me … When I got the idea, I thought wait a minute, this would be a really good coda for Rusty to end up as a defence lawyer. Then I was off to the races.' It's been 15 years since Rusty last appeared in a Turow novel, but the author said he has always had plans to revisit Rusty and his life. 'When I left Rusty at the end of Innocent, I was sort of like, 'Well, you know, I'm not sure I can leave this guy in this position,'' said Turow. 'I always had the sense I would go back to him one more time.' While Turow's books have been major bestsellers, his novels have also enjoyed successful TV and film adaptations. Most recently, Presumed Innocent was made into a hit limited series in 2024 by David E. Kelley starring Jake Gyllenhaal. The Apple TV series was the second time the novel was adapted for the screen. The first outing was a feature film in 1990 starring Harrison Ford. Turow confirms that Kelley has optioned Presumed Guilty and will begin writing it this fall. The question is, now that Rusty is a septuagenarian, could there be a chance Ford, 82, could come back to the role? 'That's out of my hands. Yeah, I think David is thinking about somebody in his 60s,' said Turow. 'I would certainly be happy to see Harrison, you know, reprise the role. And he's a Midwestern guy. But, like I said, this is beyond my control. And the other thing, it's not like the grocery store. People aren't necessarily there on the shelf when you get there.' Hollywood aside, Turow is not sure about Rusty's leading role in another book, but he thinks his famous lawyer still has some literary worth. 'The way my novels interrelate with one another, Rusty may pop up in another book,' said Turow, noting he is working on a new novel right now. 'But, as for him being the centre of attention, I kind of think not.' Dgee@
