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News18
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Ravi Kishan Joins Ajay Devgn In Dhamaal 4 After Son of Sardaar 2
Dhamaal, which first released in 2007 and directed by Indra Kumar, was famous for its slapstick humour and memorable one-liners. The movie features Sanjay Dutt, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Javed Jaaferi, and Ashish Chaudhary, and revolves around four lazy, broke friends who discover a dying man's secret about a hidden treasure. What follows is a hilarious race to Goa as they compete with each other and the police to claim the fortune. Inspired by the classic Hollywood film It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, Dhamaal gained cult status for its comic timing, quirky characters, and lighthearted storytelling, leading to two sequels – Double Dhamaal and Total Dhamaal. Meanwhile, Ravi Kishan is also shooting for the second season of Maamla Legal following its huge success in 2024. Taking to Instagram, Netflix wrote in the caption, 'Order order! Tareekh milne wali hai, laughter ki Maamla Legal Hai Season 2 is coming soon, only on Netflix!" The carousel post began with a group picture featuring the lead cast, including Ravi Kishan, Naila Grewal, Nidhi Bisht, Anant V Joshi and Kusha Kapila, the newest entrant on the show. The next post depicts Kishan dressed as his character Advocate VD Tyagi and the clapboard of the new season.
GMA Network
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Get to know Mad Ramos, the first Sparkle Campus Cutie winner
Mad Ramos has captured hearts as the inaugural Sparkle Campus Cutie winner! But beyond his striking presence, Mad is a young man with ambition, talent, and a deep sense of purpose. Here are five things to know about Mad, who has joined the cast of Kapuso youth-oriented series "Maka." A friendly face with an intimidating vibe Mad, who was born Ahmad Ramos on November 16, 2005, admitted that he may appear intimidating at times, but he described himself as a "very friendly and approachable" guy. He is a graduating Grade 12 student from the University of Santo Tomas and hopes to take up Customs Administration in college. A proud Muslim Mad is driven by a powerful goal: to represent the Muslim community. "Gusto kong i-represent ;yung Muslim community na kayang-kaya natin makipagsabayan sa ganitong larangan, sa ganitong industry. Kasi konti lang naman 'di ba ang sumusubok sa ganito," he said. He hopes to make his Muslim brothers and sisters proud and intends to continue his mission for them. A talented volleyball player Beyond his budding entertainment career, Mad is an accomplished athlete. He is a volleyball player at UST, where he is part of the varsity team. "Na-recruit po ako doon kaya po nakapag-aral po ako doon," he said. Aspiring action star with big dreams When asked about his dream acting genre, Mad said that he believes his athletic background gives him an advantage in doing action projects. "Feel ko advantage ko 'yun, puwede ring maging leading man, 'di ba? Kahit na may boundaries ako as a Muslim. Siyempre, we'll work things out, may paraan naman iyan para magawa," he said. He foresees himself as a successful actor and model in 10 years, eager to take on all opportunities that come his way, driven by a strong desire to learn and achieve. "Actually lahat gusto kong kunin eh, gano'n ako ka-hungry right now na gusto kong kunin lahat and matuto," he said. A dedicated family guy Mad is deeply family-oriented. He recounts seeking advice and support from his grandmother and parents during challenging times, including preparing for interviews. "I'm very thankful na sinuportahan nila ako hanggang dulo. Kita niyo naman, 'yung iba galing pang Mindanao, who flew from Mindanao papunta dito para lang suportahan ako. Ganon nila ako kamahal," he said. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
The Spinoff
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Spinoff
The new Whittaker's Banana Caramel block, reviewed
After another 'discovered before announcement' launch, Whittaker's new Banana Caramel block is now on sale. A bunch of people deliver their verdicts. When combined, 'gooey' and 'banana' are two words that should logically equal 'yuck', and yet… the filling in this new choc offering is pretty yum. Whittaker's knows how to do milk chocolate and it knows how to do caramel, so chucking a bit of banana flavour in there is not going to derail the experience. Do I prefer this to Whittaker's creamy caramel? No. Would I give it a place in Mad's top 10? Nah. Would I eat several more rows of it if I had the chance? Most likely. Also, the packaging is charming. / Alice Neville When I first saw this flavour, I thought it would be Whittaker's take on banoffee pie, so I was excited to try. I didn't love the first bite, the banana flavouring tasted fine and wasn't super artificial (thankfully), but overall I thought it was too sweet. The aftertaste wasn't too bad because at this point, the richness of creamy milk balanced it all out. Would I pick this block up again? Probably not. / Jin Fellet I really like caramel chocolate. Whitaker's Creamy Caramel is, I think, my favourite of their standard offerings, followed by Dark Salted Caramel. This bar was yum, it tasted like a banana milkshake with syrup and no actual bananas. Like my colleagues who have recently returned from holiday, the packaging has a tropical glow. I was glad to break off a piece, gaze out at the Auckland rain, and imagine the sand between my toes. / Ben Fagan Is it just me, or does this flavour have a scarcity buzz that recent Whittaker's flavours have lacked? Do I just like it better than the mango and hot cross bun flavours? Am I just nostalgic for the peak era of fruit cream chocolate before a lot of chocolate became a bit shit? I bought the last block of this new flavour at my local New World and felt like Charlie Bucket. I briefly flashing back to the simpler times of 2014 when we all went bananas for some chocolate milk, and wondered if our collective mojo might be rising. A few hours later, and I think that's a long bow to draw, but it's the best new flavour from Whittaker's in a while. It's not too sweet, the filling is smooth, and it reminded me of a cross between a Perky Nana and the old Cadbury Snack block. These are flavours that naturally belong together, which is a welcome departure from spinning up freaky 'fun' flavours just to sell more units. The packaging is gorgeous – part Palm Beach, part White Lotus opening credits. Would eat again. / Anna Rawhiti-Connell Even if this tasted horrible I'd probably still like it because the wrapper looks so nice. That's marketing baby! The good news is it's not horrible but it also doesn't unseat many of the classic Whittaker's flavours on my personal choc ranking, so maybe I won't be making a funky feature wall out of Banana Caramel wrappers after all. If they make a wrapper like this for the Coconut Block however I am in biiiig trouble. / Calum Henderson My sister was right, this slaps. Fake banana flavours for me are OK, I am partial to a banana milkshake so this kind of felt really right, slightly nostalgic even. Also the wrapper, full Curious George vibes, loved it. Also off topic from bananas the new peanut caramel brittle flavour is by far the most superior flavour of all Whittakers chocolate. / Bec Murphy This flavour is the beautiful offspring of two niche Cadbury novelty bars – a Perky Nana and a Pinky. First of all, it tastes like banana. I love banoffee pie so am predisposed to enjoy this flavour and I did. It's certainly not a 'settle in for a long snack session' kind of flavour but I would be happy to see it brought out at someone's house. Whittacker's has been avoiding straying from their classic gold packaging the last few years which makes me think this one really won't stick around but I'll be enjoying it while it's here. Thought experiment from someone who prefers a 'bits' flavour over a 'liquid flavour': imagine a banana flavoured milk chocolate with biscuit and crunchy caramel bits throughout. Whittaker's' next flavour prediction: sweet and salty popcorn. / Mad Chapman
The Hindu
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
From bachelor pad to disco bar
A claim to set itself apart in a sea of design-centric events was a tall order. In how many different ways could decor and product brands showcase their products? Last month, I walked into Design POV — a new design event debuting in Mumbai that positioned itself as not just another exhibition but as a platform that 'does design differently' — with high expectations. And I was greeted not by row upon row of neatly arranged stalls or pamphlet-heavy product displays, but by a welcome sense of discovery as I manoeuvred through the curated booths at the Jio World Convention Centre . Be it Kumpal Vaid of Purple Backyard's quirky cafe in neutral tones entitled The Mad Hatter's Tea House, with an interactive game of fortune-telling teas or the crimson-drenched monochromatic journey into what could be a bachelor pad, a powder room or a disco bar, courtesy of Sumessh Menon's design genius, the design interpretations ranged from the poetic to the absurd — for it was one of those rare occasions to build without a brief. As Menon explains, 'This is completely experimental, and that's what excites everyone. We're exploring new materials, new concepts, things that haven't been done before.' Crafting an ecosystem The concept needs decoding to be fully understood, which lent gravitas to its engagement factor. Visitors felt the need to ask about the story behind the curation. And here's why. At the heart of Design POV lay The Core — the central concept of the event: 19 of India's most innovative design studios were each given a blank 800 canvas to create installations under the powerful theme 'Echoes of Tomorrow'. The catch? All the products they used were to be provided only by the participating brands (luxury material and product brands such as Wriver, Colosseum, Swamy Marmo, Sunroof, Hybec, and Embellish). This is what positions Design POV as a beacon of transformation: to allow visitors to reimagine products seen in stalls (usually on display in sterile environments with many of their kind) as a part of a living and breathing ecosystem. Design POVsucceeded in cutting through the noise, offering a convergence of architecture, interior design, visual arts and material innovation. The ground-breaking event — conceptualised and executed by Totality Solutions and presented by Tabu and Elite Building Materials (EBM) with Design Partner Birla Opus Paints — offered an immersive dialogue between thought, form and concept while focusing on the essence of creativity itself. The 19-participating studios are some of the brightest names in Indian design, including Gowri Adappa, Arun Sharma, Sumit Dhawan, Maha K & Vijay Kumar, Gayathri & Namith Architects, Hiren Patel, Quirk Studio, Rohit Bhoite House of Design and Sona Reddy, among others. Thinking beyond 'typical' When approaching The Core, each designer's take was one-of-a-kind. For instance, Pooja Bihani's Woven Air reimagined a hotel suite in West Bengal for a traveller of the future, one who seeks and doesn't just use. 'This was the first time I worked with so many textiles, grounding the space in the traditional kanthas, gamchhas and jamdanis of the East,' she elaborates about the rich, colourful space enlivened with swirls of indigo and reds. Nishita Kamdar of her eponymous studio worked specifically with nature-inspired materials and motifs for her installation, A Walk in the Garden. 'I wanted to create this meditative Zen space that feels like a pause for visitors and activates all their senses,' she explains. Ameet Mirpuri's Design Studio looked back to look ahead, employing tortoise shell trinkets and box-making (made in his father's factory more than 50 years ago), and using the scanned textures of these shells on fabrics and furnishings to shine a light on the forgotten craft. reD Architects's space was for a bold soul, one that compelled people to think beyond typical boundaries. In their booth, the living, dining, bath and bar all lie next to each other, punctuated by statements like a stairway to nowhere. Amit Surve, of Talati & Partners, explored the power of different seatings, creating a cosy home theatre with curated seating pockets for all ages. Khushboo and Kunal Khandelwal's (Studio Design Inc) Shifting Perspectives invited users to step into an art-inspired, immersive foyer full of bold hues (think blacks, whites and vibrant reds) and whimsical silhouettes, while Sanjyt Syngh's signature style of bold forms and evocative hues carried through in his booth. Each thoughtful space served a specific story, giving visitors a chance to not only see the products used in different contexts, but also a peek into the creative geniuses of some of the best design minds in India. Along with this, multimedia art installations, art presentations and live panel discussions added another layer of nuance. In the traditional landscape of design exhibitions, the sole focus and moneymaker remains showcasing products. But Design POV surprises, placing new emphasis on the process of design. It focused on collaboration, experimentation, and narrative, encouraging designers and attendees to see beyond the aesthetic surface and dive into the stories and minds that shape our design. The success of an initiative such as Design POV, from its very first iteration, is a testament to the need for the evolution of design events in India. The writer is an architect-turned-journalist.
Pink Villa
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru OTT release: When and where to watch Mad actor Narne Nithiin's movie online
Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru, starring Mad fame Narne Nithiin in the lead role. The movie, which was released in theaters on June 6, 2025, is making its debut in the digital space. When and where to watch Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru The movie Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru is currently available for streaming on the OTT platforms Amazon Prime Video and Aha Video. The Telugu-language movie was the remake of the Malayalam film Theevandi starring Tovino Thomas. Official trailer and plot of Sri Sri Sri Raaja Vaaru Sri Sri Sri Raaja Vaaru is a Telugu-language movie featuring the story of Raja, a habitual smoker who is widely known for his addiction and often considered a taboo act by everyone around him. The unemployed man falls in love with Nithya, whose father opposes her union with Raja, owing to his habit. Over time, Raja's smoking habit leads to several problems in his personal life, even disrupting his relationships. Now, the man must face several troubles in his life, with the final challenge being whether he quits smoking or not. Cast and crew of Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru Sri Sri Sri Raja Vaaru features Narne Nithiin in the lead role with an ensemble cast of actors like Naresh Vijay Krishna, Sampada, Rao Ramesh, Nellore Sudharshan, Racha Ravi, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Sarayu, Anantha Prabhu, and many more in key roles. The movie was directed by Vegesna Satish, who also penned the screenplay. Moreover, the flick featured musical tracks and background scores crafted by Kailas Menon. While the Malayalam version of the movie was a hit on the big screens, the Telugu remake did not fare well at the box office with mixed reviews. Coming to Narne Nithiin's work front, the actor was previously seen in the sequel movie Mad Square. The second installment in the Mad franchise featured the central characters once again facing an adventurous journey, which is packed with chaos. Apart from Narne Nithiin, the film featured actors like Sangeeth Sobhan, Ram Nitin, Priyanka Jawalkar and more in key roles. The action comedy movie is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
