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India.com
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Who is Monica Bellucci? The beautiful lady who has been honoured by Pooja Hegde in new Coolie song
The Italian model Monica Bellucci received a special tribute in the Tamil film Coolie, which starred superstar Rajinikanth. On July 11, a song from the film made it to online platforms and became a chartbuster. The song features actress Pooja Hegde in a glamorous, retro-style dance sequence. Who is Monica Bellucci? Monica Bellucci is celebrated for her captivating beauty and commanding screen presence. She rose to international fame with iconic roles in films such as Malena, The Matrix Reloaded, The Passion of the Christ, and James Bond's Spectre. Monica is known for celebrating and redefining glamour and grace. Monica is 60 years old and is known for her portrayal of bold and emotional roles across European cinema and Hollywood alike. Surprisingly, Monica's daughter is named Deva, which is the name of Rajinikanth's character in his movie Coolie. About Coolie's Song The song, which was released on July 11, is out in different languages including Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu under Sun Pictures. The tribute emphasizes Monica's global aura, which beautifully blends with Tamil cinema's colourful style. The song bridges the gap between Indian and international audiences. In the song, Pooja dons a beautiful bold red dress, which seems to be a visual tribute to Monica Bellucci. The Irreversible actress is renowned for her preference for red and deep-toned outfits, particularly in films like Malena and Spectre.
Mint
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who is Monica Bellucci? New Coolie song, starring Pooja Hegde and Soubin Shahir, pays tribute to Italian actress
Tamil film Coolie, starring Superstar Rajinikanth, pays tribute to Italian actress Monica Bellucci through its second song, Monica. The song, released on July 11, is a lively track that features actress Pooja Hegde in a glamorous, retro-style dance sequence. Anirudh Ravichander, known for Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan, composed the music. Lokesh Kanagaraj, who will direct the 2025 movie, will release it on August 14. Aamir Khan has a cameo appearance in the movie. As the viral song pays tribute to the Italian movie icon, let's take a look at who she is. Monica Bellucci is known for her stunning beauty and powerful screen presence. She gained international fame through films like Malena, The Matrix Reloaded, The Passion of the Christ and James Bond's Spectre. Celebrated for redefining glamour and grace, the 60-year-old actress is admired for playing bold, emotional roles across European cinema and Hollywood alike. Interestingly, her daughter is named Deva, which is also Rajinikanth's character's name in Coolie. The song, launched in Tamil, Hindi and Telugu under Sun Pictures, is part of the film's promotions before its release date. The tribute highlights Monica Bellucci's global charm while blending it with Tamil cinema's colourful, bold style. Through this song, the film connects Indian audiences with an international icon. In the song, Pooja Hegde is wearing a bold red dress, which seems to be a visual tribute to Monica Bellucci. The Irreversible actress is well known for her red or deep-toned dresses, especially in films like Malena and Spectre. Meanwhile, actor Soubin Shahir surprised everyone with his dance moves in the Coolie song. Social media users can't stop talking about it. One fan joked, 'When that shy guy finally hits the dance floor.' Another said his performance stole the show. 'Everybody prepared for Pooja, Soubin Shahir came out of the syllabus,' came from another fan. Another wrote, 'Soubin Shabbir ultimate.'
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Monica Bellucci, 60, stuns in a dramatic black lace gown as she joins partner Tim Burton, 66, at the Taormina Film Festival
Monica Bellucci looked the picture of glamour in a black lace evening gown as she joined her partner, film director Tim Burton at the Taormina Film Festival. The Italian actress, 60, made sure she turned heads as she stood out in a black floor length gown which hugged her curvaceous figure. The stylish ensemble boasted lace detailing down the arms and sides plus some neat pleating on the hem of the skirt for added dramatic effect. She added inches to her frame with a pair of heels and toted her essentials in a mini black purse with a clasp. Meanwhile, her partner Tim, 66, cut a dapper figure in a smart blazer, which he wore over the top of a patterned shirt and tie. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Tim, 66, who is gearing up for the second series of Wednesday which drops on Netflix in a few months time cut a dapper figure in a smart blazer, which he wore over the top of a patterned shirt and tie He teamed it with some tailored trousers and a pair of smart black shoes as he and Monica posed up a storm on the red carpet. Monica was in attendance to close the Taormina Film Festival which launched in 1955 to a sold out ceremony on Saturday night. The Beetlejuice Beetlejuice actress was set to introduce a screening of Giuseppe Tornatore's 'Malena' in the Ancient Greek Theatre, which seats 4,500 people. The actress who suffers from stage fright, became famous for her roles in a variety of films including Malèna, Under Suspicion, The Passion of the Christ, and Spectre. Despite having a career as an actress that spans over 30 years, last year she starred in Maria Callas: Letters and Memoirs in what marked her stage debut. Maria Callas: Letters And Memoirs is a documentary following Monica and cast's experiences performing the play of the same name from 2019 to 2023. Monica and her team took the Paris play on a European and American tour, visiting London, Spoleto in Italy, Athens, Monaco, Los Angeles, New York, and many more. The play tells the story of Maria Callas, an American-born Greek soprano who was one of the most renowned and influential opera singers of the 20th century. The stylish ensemble boasted lace detailing down the arms and sides plus some neat pleating on the hem of the skirt for added dramatic effect Tim meanwhile is gearing up for the second series of Wednesday which is set to air on Netflix in the summer. The supernatural mystery comedy, which follows Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega), first hit screens on the popular streaming platform back in November 2022. In January 2023, a second instalment was promised but fans have had to wait two more years to be told when they can expect the new season to air. The first will launch on August 6, while part two will hit screens on September 3, exclusively on Netflix. Joining Jenna Ortega is Joanna Lumley and Steve Buscemi for the new season, as well as returning cast member Catherine Zeta-Jones and others. In 2023, Jenna opened up about playing the iconic character on the Armchair Expert podcast. Jenna said: 'I grew very, very protective of her, but you can't lead a story and have no emotional arc because then it's boring and nobody likes you. And Wednesday is a teenager 'When you're little and you say morbid, offensive stuff, it's funny and endearing and, 'Aww, you don't know any better'. 'But then you become a teenager. 'It's 'Now you're being nasty and you know it'. There's less excuse.' Monica and Tim have been dating since October 2023, and he directed her in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - their first project together. Monica has been married twice before and has two children; Deva, 20, and Léonie Cassel, 14, who she shares with French actor Vincent Cassel, 58. The former model met Vincent in 1996 on the set of Gilles Mimouni's film The Apartment. They were together for three years before marrying in 1999 in a quiet ceremony in Monaco, on the French Riviera. They mutually agreed to separate in 2013. Tim also has two children but has been married once, although he enjoyed a long-term relationship with Helena Bonham Carter.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
‘Deeply saddened': 4-day-old bottlenose dolphin calf at Brookfield Zoo abruptly dies
BROOKFIELD, Ill. (WGN) — A bottlenose dolphin calf born at the Brookfield Zoo last week has abruptly died, officials confirmed Thursday. According to zoo officials, the male calf was born early Saturday morning and appeared healthy, but died abruptly on Wednesday evening. 'We know our guests and supporters share this sadness with us,' Dr. Rita Stacey, Brookfield Zoo Chicago senior vice president of programs and impact, said. 'This calf's birth brought hope and joy, and his sudden loss reminds us of the delicate balance of life.' Lincoln Park Zoo introduces new river otter 'Tucker' Zoo officials said the calf, who was under continual 24-hour, minute-to-minute observation by the Zoo's animal care and veterinarian teams, had been exhibiting positive and progressive indicators of development up until his death. The calf had been meeting all milestones, including healthy levels of nursing and other activities, and his mother, a 38-year-old bottlenose dolphin named Allie, was also providing appropriate maternal care, Dr. Stacey said. How can you enjoy Chicago on a budget this summer? But things rapidly changed on Wednesday evening when staff members witnessed a rapid, unexpected change in the calf's behavior. Officials said within minutes of noticing the change, the calf died. While the cause of death is unknown, zoo officials said a dolphin calf's first year of life is full of milestones that must be reached and even slight developmental challenges can become critical in a short time. In the wild, one in five calves born to first-time mothers do not survive their first year. Hong Kong's baby pandas finally have names. Meet Jia Jia and De De 'The first few days after birth are a vulnerable, critical timeframe for dolphin calves,' Dr. Rita Stacey said. 'This is a devastating loss for our Zoo community, especially the animal care and veterinary teams who dedicate their lives to the well-being of animals in our care. They provided exceptional, around-the-clock care to Allie and her calf. While the calf was progressing well, dolphin neonates face immense biological challenges. We are deeply saddened by his sudden passing.' The calf's mother, as well as the rest of the dolphin group, are now being closely monitored by animal care and veterinary staff. Officials said while the loss of the calf is devastating, dolphin births, which are rarely observed in the wild, contribute to the zoo's scientific understanding of dolphin neonatology and care. Endangered Amur tiger Malena euthanized at Brookfield Zoo Chicago 'Brookfield Zoo Chicago is one of only a few institutions globally with the expertise, resources and scientific partnerships capable of contributing to meaningful advances in marine mammal care and conservation,' a zoo official said in a release on Thursday morning. The zoo is now awaiting a complete necropsy to determine the calf's cause of death. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tom Llamas' 3 Kids: All About the 'NBC Nightly News' Host's Daughters Malena and Juliette and Son Tomas
Tom Llamas has a close relationship with his kids: Malena, Juliette and Tomas. The broadcast journalist and his wife, Jennifer, a former news and executive producer, married in June 2006. They eventually started a family, welcoming daughter Malena in March 2013, followed by daughter Juliette in December 2015 and son Tomas in October 2017. After living in New York City for years, the Llamas' moved to upstate New York in 2022, per The New York Times. Despite his busy schedule — hosting Top Story with Tom Llamas on NBC News NOW and succeeding longtime host Lester Holt on NBC Nightly News starting on June 2 — Tom remains dedicated to his loved ones. 'We're always together and we're such a close family. I really hope that never changes,' he told Yahoo! Life in November 2021. 'I grew up with a certain set of values and I want to share that with my kids — that they have a loving home, they have two people who love them more than the world. I think that's our driving force.' Tom is open about his family life, often sharing snippets of his children on social media — from attending baseball games to family activities and birthday celebrations — proudly using the moniker 'Team Llamas.' Here's everything to know about Tom Llamas' kids: Malena, Juliette and Tomas. Tom and Jennifer welcomed their first child, daughter Malena, in March 2013. In March 2025, Tom posted a slideshow on Instagram wishing Malena a happy 'golden birthday' and calling her the 'best big sis we know.' The previous year, for Malena's 11th birthday, Tom also celebrated with a post on Instagram, referring to her as the family's 'drama queen, nature lover, and future TikToker.' In both posts, Tom included photos celebrating Malena's stage performances, including playing Snow White in a drama production. Following in her father's storytelling footsteps, Malena is also interested in writing. Recently, one of her stories was selected for the Frightopia young writers short story anthology, published by Writopia Publishing Labs. Aside from her hobbies, Malena enjoys hanging out with her siblings. Speaking to The New York Times in October 2024, Tom revealed that the whole family often plays together when he gets home from work, especially Malena and Juliette. 'We'll come back home and pop out to the backyard for an hour of family playtime. My son has become obsessed with baseball,' he told the outlet. 'Sometimes the girls come by and want to hit balls, too, or Juju and Malena will play together on the trampoline.' Tom and Jennifer welcomed their second child, their daughter Juliette, in December 2015. Juliette, whom the family calls 'Juju,' loves to cook, Tom told The New York Times. On Sunday mornings, 'my wife and daughter Juju will start making breakfast, usually pancakes or omelets,' he said. 'Juju loves to cook — and she's pretty good at it, too!' During the week, though, she lets her dad be more hands-on. Ahead of his debut on NBC Nightly News, Tom spoke to Today about his morning routine, which he revealed involves cooking breakfast for his kids and sending them off to school. Tom has shared photos of Juliette's accomplishments on social media, from taking 'big steps' at her First Communion in June 2024 to getting first place in a gymnastics competition in April 2024 and celebrating her birthday on a family ski trip in December 2023. In 2021, Tom told Yahoo! Life what having two daughters has taught him. 'It's opened my eyes to a new way of living and life. It's wonderful,' he explained. 'It's like, whatever they ask, I'll give them. I'm gonna be the worst parent when they're older.' Tom and Jennifer welcomed their youngest child, son Tomas, in October 2017. 'Yesterday we were blessed to welcome this healthy and handsome baby boy into our lives. Mom is doing amazing and his big sisters are over the moon,' Tom wrote in an Instagram post announcing Tomas' birth. 'So far 'Baby T' is a lot of fun.' Over the years, Tom has shared glimpses into his son's personality. In October 2024, he told The New York Times that Tomas was 'obsessed' with baseball and the Yankees. Apart from letting him stay up past his bedtime to watch games during the 2024 playoffs, they also attended one in person. But the father-son duo spend time together outside of baseball, too. In May 2022, Tom took Tomas fishing, posting a photo on Instagram of him holding up a fish. 'The young man and the sea,' Tom wrote in the caption. 'My little guy slammed half dozen mangrove snappers on his first outing.' That same year, Tom and Tomas dressed up for Halloween in coordinating Jurassic Park costumes and attended the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade together. In October 2024, Tom wrote an essay in Men's Health about how he bonded with Tomas over Metallica. 'Parenting often plays this odd trick on me where I'll think of my son at his age and then I'm transported back to where I was that age,' he wrote, reminiscing on memories of listening to music with his own father. 'My son doesn't know it now, but one day he'll be somewhere and a song will play and he'll remember. Him. Me. The music.' Read the original article on People
