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Time of India
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Soubin Shahir's 'Monica' hook step; Lokesh Kanagaraj grooves along
Malayalam actor set the stage on fire at a recent award function with a performance that no one quite expected—but no one will forget either. Dancing to Monica, the chartbuster from 's upcoming Rajinikanth-starrer Coolie, Soubin turned the evening electric, leaving even director Lokesh visibly impressed. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Soubin vs Monica: And the hook step winner is... Wearing a vibrant yellow kurta, Soubin matched the beats with unfiltered energy and style. What made it more special? The song Monica, originally picturised on Pooja Hegde, was expected to be the talk of the town for her glam presence—but it was Soubin who ended up stealing the thunder. His version of the now-trending hook step went viral within hours, drawing praise from fans across language barriers. The performance was shared by the official Coolie page and has since clocked millions of views. The comment section? A storm of claps, fire emojis, and people jokingly suggesting Soubin should have featured in the actual video. One comment read, "He is the true highlight of the song." Another comment read, "Soubin chetta is a true vibe." Lokesh Kanagaraj's reaction adds to the buzz Director Lokesh Kanagaraj can be seen cheering from the audience, visibly enjoying Soubin's grooves. Insiders say he walked backstage later to personally congratulate the 'Ambili' actor. A familiar rhythm, A familiar charm This isn't the first time Soubin has gone viral for his dance moves. His performance in Njan Jackson Alleda from the film Ambili had earlier shown audiences a rare combination—comic timing with rhythm. What sets him apart? He doesn't just dance. He acts while doing it. About 'Coolie' Meanwhile, 'Coolie' starring in the lead, is all set to hit the big screens on August 14. The movie also features Nagarjuna, Shruti Haasan, Soubin Shahir, Aamir Khan, and many others.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Bha Bha Ba': Mohanlal joins Dileep' film amid tight security?
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Reports are circulating that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has joined the sets of 'Bha. Bha. Ba', the upcoming Dileep-starrer, for a highly anticipated cameo appearance. The shoot, currently underway in Ernakulam, is reportedly being conducted under tight security, fuelling speculation about Lalettan's presence. According to sources including Cine Loco, Mohanlal is expected to be part of a major action sequence alongside Dileep, and may also feature in a song. After wrapping up the current schedule in Ernakulam, the team is set to move to Walayar in Palakkad for a 10-day shoot. Bha Bha Ba - Official Teaser While an official confirmation is still awaited, fans are thrilled at the prospect of seeing Mohanlal and Dileep sharing screen space again. If confirmed, his cameo in 'Bha Bha Ba' will mark yet another crowd-pleasing appearance from the beloved star. Recently, the makers had shared the teaser for 'Bha. Bha Ba.' which received good responses from the audiences. About 'Bha Bha Ba' Directed by debutant Dhananjay Shankar and written by actors Fahim Safar and Noorin Shereef, Bha Bha Ba is described as an action-comedy thriller. Dileep is said to be playing a quirky and dark-shaded character in this entertainer. Vineeth Sreenivasan and Dhyan Sreenivasan join him in pivotal roles. The film also includes actors Balu Varghese, Sandy Master, Baiju Santhosh, Saranya Ponvannan, Ashokan, and Sidharth Bharathan. Mohanlal's recent work Mohanlal was last seen in 'Thudarum', which was directed by Tharun Moorthy. 'Thudarum' received 3 stars from ETimes and an excerpt from our review reads, "Tharun, whose last film Saudi Vellakka won a National Award, could have done better to have created a more subtle story; this very much has an ''80s-'90s feel. For Mohanlal fans, his raw magnetism might be exciting, but with its loud and overwritten scenes, the acting lacks nuance all around. " On the other hand, Dileep's previous outing was the family entertainer 'Prince and Family'.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Health
- Time of India
Doctors: U-shaped classroom seating can be pain in the neck! Literally
Bengaluru: Taking a cue from the climax scene in Sthanarthi Sreekuttan, a Malayalam movie, many schools in south India are adopting a U-shaped seating arrangement in classrooms. A Karnataka-based child rights activist, Nagasimha Rao, has submitted a formal request to the state education minister Madhu Bangarappa, urging the implementation of a semi-circular seating pattern. Rao emphasised that this seating configuration fosters inclusivity and equal participation among students, besides eliminating back benches. However, doctors raise concerns about musculoskeletal and orthopaedic health due to such seating arrangements. "For children aged 10-12 years and beyond, prolonged sitting with bent heads during lessons can lead to muscular issues and neck pain. The concern is more relevant for teenagers aged 10-16, when academic demands intensify, requiring longer periods of seated study,'' said Dr Naveen Tahasildar, consultant spine surgeon at Sparsh Hospital, Infantry Road. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru The seating arrangement could impact teachers as well. "It poses potential physical strain on teachers who need to repeatedly twist their bodies to maintain eye contact with students. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One plan. Total peace of mind. ICICI Pru Life Insurance Plan Get Quote Undo Additionally, students sitting closer to the teacher hear better than those further away," added Dr Tahasildar. He, however, pointed out that it may not affect younger children - aged 5-10 years - much as their spines are quite flexible and their muscles are still developing. A former backbencher, Dr Kaushik Murali, a paediatric ophthalmologist at Sankara Hospital, Bengaluru believes the U-shaped seating arrangement could potentially result in refractive errors being missed. The traditional seating arrangement has several advantages, he said. "Children sitting at the back who struggle to read the board often get early eye tests. Their self-reporting of difficulty in reading is what often prompts eye examinations. In montessori settings, where pupils sit around tables, refractive errors might go unnoticed as there's less need for distance vision." Schools that mull introducing this seating arrangement can have children move their heads periodically, suggested Dr Gowri Shankar Swamy, a consultant ortho spine surgeon at DHEE Hospital. "Teachers could also consider making children switch their seats after each period," said Dr Gowri. The seating system has garnered support from educators and pupils alike, despite its limitations.
Hans India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Kiran Abbavaram's ‘K-RAMP' releases October 18
Young and successful hero Kiran Abbavaram is starring in the upcoming film 'K-RAMP', jointly produced by Rajesh Danda and Shiva Bommakku under the banners of Hasya Movies and Rudramsh Celluloid. The film is being directed by Jains Nani, with Yukti Thareja playing the female lead. 'K-RAMP' is all set for a grand theatrical release on October 18, coinciding with the festive occasion of Diwali. Today, the makers released a special glimpse from the film titled 'The Richest Chiller Guy'. In the glimpse, Kiran Abbavaram is seen as Kumar, a carefree youth with a strong mass attitude. He exudes a laid-back, chill vibe, unmatched by anyone else, and performs this character with high energy and swagger. The standout moment from the glimpse is a thought-provoking dialogue delivered by Kiran Abbavaram: 'We watch Malayalam love stories in AMB and make them hits, but we have a problem with Telugu love stories. The authenticity in those films is often missing in ours. Yet, we still wish for love to feel real...' This dialogue is striking a chord and has become the highlight of the glimpse. The visuals and vibe of 'The Richest Chiller Guy' glimpse promise a complete entertainer in the form of 'K-RAMP'.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lokesh Kanagaraj reveals it was harder to convince Nagarjuna Akkineni to play a negative role in 'Coolie': ‘You have to walk the right path…'
Superstar 's much-awaited action entertainer Coolie is set to hit theatres worldwide on August 14. Director recently opened up about the casting process for the film and how challenging it was to convince to join the project. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Nagarjuna Akkineni was the tougher one to convince In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, revealed that it was actually more difficult to bring Tollywood star Nagarjuna on board than it was to sign Rajinikanth. 'Nagarjuna once asked me how I convinced Rajini sir for Coolie. That's when I told him that was easy for me—convincing you was harder,' Lokesh shared. Samantha Akkineni's deleted tweet for 'father-in-law' Nagarjuna Akkineni grabs eyeballs of netizens A bold role reversal for Nagarjuna Nagarjuna is playing the main antagonist in the film—something he has never done before in his career. 'Nag sir is playing the antagonist in the film. He has never done it before. I could see sir enjoying himself because good characters have certain boundaries—you have to walk the right path. When it comes to a baddie, you can do whatever you want, breaking the barriers,' Lokesh added. Lokesh also mentioned that Nagarjuna had some initial hesitation due to the character's use of foul language in the film. He has been trying to avoid such elements on screen throughout his four-decade-long career. Nagarjuna is particularly eager to see how his family responds to this dramatic shift in his screen persona once the film is released. About Coolie Coolie is an action-packed Tamil film with Rajinikanth in the lead. Apart from Nagarjuna, the film also features Kannada actor Upendra Rao, actress Shruti Haasan, Malayalam actor , and Sathyaraj in key roles. Pooja Hegde will appear in a special dance number, and Bollywood star Aamir Khan will make a cameo appearance in the film. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Lokesh confirmed that the official trailer for Coolie will be released on August 2. While he chose not to divulge much about the storyline, the director hinted at an intense, high-stakes drama. Lokesh Kanagaraj is also preparing for his next film 'Kaithi 2', featuring Karthi, from the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). Following that, he is set to collaborate with Aamir Khan for a superhero-themed film.
