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First Post
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Cannes 2025: Indian influencer asked to leave the red carpet in viral video; is the festival losing its essence and exclusivity?
Aditya Sarpotdar, director of Munjya, said, 'No amount of influencers or outfits or any buzz created on the red carpet will get you any acclaim as a nation.' read more Cannes 2025 is over but this year saw a lot of first timers. The attendance of influencers all over world continues to see a rapid rise. One such Indian influencer one user recognized as Sarah Sarosh, was asked to leave the red carpet in a viral video as she posed for the paparazzi. The video went viral and netizens shared their reactions on social media: STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD One wrote- 'Its just the desperation to get value for money. If you pay money, any Tom, Dick n Harry can go to Cannes.' Another said, 'It's invite only affair , so they send her invite. Anyway it's not all prestigious and all, didn't you know about black book incident( rate card kind of thing for all attendees).' A third commented- 'These influencers are pathetic, they should stay in their insta/youtube handles only.' Aditya Sarpotdar, director of Munjya, said, 'No amount of influencers or outfits or any buzz created on the red carpet will get you any acclaim as a nation. These pre-events are always ways to promote the festival more…But that doesn't sum up what the festival is. The sum of the festival is the cinema there.' Is the access to the otherwise prestigious and celebrated festival so easy that Cannes is on the verge of losing its essence and exclusivity? Where are the moments of iconic stars oozing oomph and style on the red carpet? Why a barrage of new faces every year? Where are the veterans?
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sharvari wears Rs 28,622 knit-denim midi-dress and she's totally slaying in her Friday OOTD
Once again, Sharvari stepped out with one thing constant in her mind— owning the style game and that too, while staying true to her comfort. The actress was snapped at an event in the midi-dress that felt just right for the occasion. It was equal parts elegant and modern, ensuring she didn't push herself too hard. Excited to know the details? Then let's dive into it! Keeping her look as elegant as ever, Sharvari took a fresh approach to blending knit and denim. She wore a classy knit and denim midi dress from Sandro Paris, it comes with a retail price of Rs 28,622. It had a round neckline with a subtle V-cut in the center and short sleeves. Against the navy blue backdrop, the ensemble had light blue borders of the neckline, sleeves, and pockets with a golden button at the center. Giving her look a feminine charm, the outfit had a close-fitting waist with the flaring design at the bottom, ensuring she screams nothing but elegance. Not compromising with her style and giving equal attention to details, the Munjya actress accessorized it with round stud earrings. Adding just the much-needed glam to not appear overdone, she opted for a cute hairstyle. The Alpha actress let her hair open in the middle partition. In loose, soft waves, her tresses looked gorgeous and smooth. Now, let's move towards our favorite part of her look. Her makeup was so flawless and radiant, perfect to complement her elegant vibe. The right shade base enhanced Sharvari's skin glow. The shine on her cheekbones was achieved with the blush, soft-toned eyeshadow, curled eyelashes, and glossy lipstick, giving a hydrating finish. The Bunty Aur Babli 2 fame completed her look with the strappy black heels. The ensemble worn by Sharvari was perfect on its own. With the knit and denim fabric, it can be the perfect summer fit to make an elegant appearance and manage to turn heads instantly. Don't forget to take styling notes!
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Abhay Verma Says His Road Trip To The Mountains Brought Him ‘Closer' To Himself
Last Updated: Abhay Verma dropped a series of pictures from his recent road trip from Chandigarh to Jispa, a village in Himachal Pradesh. A look at actor Abhay Verma's Instagram, and you can agree that he is a true-blue travel enthusiast who not only travels for relaxation but also for experiencing different cultures and landscapes. Known for his outstanding performance in the horror comedy Munjya, the 26-year-old actor took a break from acting, packed his bags and took a road trip to chase mountains and mist in Northern India. Taking to his Instagram account on Friday, May 30, Abhay dropped a series of pictures from his recent road trip from Chandigarh to Jispa, a village in Himachal Pradesh. The post began with a selfie of the actor wearing a white T-shirt and uber-cool sunglasses while sitting inside a car. The following slides in the carousel featured some portraits of Abhay standing beside a river and soaking up the beauty of the majestic mountains. He also included some random clips and images, showcasing the unfiltered beauty of the snow-capped hilly region. Besides good company, the 26-year-old actor listened to good music on his road trip, including Tainu Khabar Nahi from his own film Munjya. Somewhere along the way, Abhay even stopped to savour a glass of freshly made sugarcane juice. In the caption, the actor shared how the trip brought him 'closer" to himself. Abhay wrote, 'Saathi jaanne vala ho aur rasta anjaan. Drives aren't just going on roads for me.. Unexplainable how special it was travelling from Chd to Jispa! Such serenity, good music; just took me somewhere.. closer to me!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abhay Verma (@ As for his work front, Abhay is reportedly working with Shanaya Kapoor for filmmaker Shujaat Saudagar's next movie. On May 16, the actor shared a post on his Instagram account, sharing that he has wrapped up the shoot for the film. While he did not disclose the name or any other detail about the project, Abhay was seen posing with director Shujaat Saudagar in the first picture of his post. In the caption, the Munjya star wrote, 'JC signing off. Lots of beautiful memories made, some wonderful people earned, not a second taken for granted and some confessions shared. In the name of Father, Son & the holy spirit." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Abhay Verma (@ Following the success of Munjya, starring Sharvari, Abhay has been cast in Shah Rukh Khan's King, which will also feature Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan in prominent roles. First Published:
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Saiyaara teaser: Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda debut in intense love story of passion and heartbreak
The makers of Saiyaara, which marks the debut of Ahaan Panday with Aneet Padda was released on Friday. Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara showcases a glimpse of an intense love story with the onscreen couple going through a roller-coaster of joy, passion, love, sorrow and heartbreak. (Also read: Reddit wonders if 'Bollywood is making movies for audience or to launch nepo kids' as even Ahaan Panday gets aYRF debut) On Friday, Yash Raj Films dropped the teaser of the film on their social media handles, describing the film as, "An intense love story that will break your heart and heal it too". Saiyaara introduces Ahaan Panday as a new hero in the film industry with Aneet Padda, who was last seen in Big Girls Don't Cry, as the female lead. Fans were excited as soon as the teaser of the the film dropped. Actor Tara Sutaria was excited for Ahaan's acting debut as she commented, "AHAANIE! It's finally happening :) So proud of you. You both are just wonderful in the trailer!!!!". Actor Abhay Varma of Munjya fame came in support of Aneet and commented, 'It's unexplainable how happy i am Aneet (red heart emoji)'. Another comment read, "@ananyapanday's brother on screen is literally giving goosebumps". A third comment was excited for director Mohit Suri to return as the director as it read, "Mohit Suri is back and how!". Some fans also compared Saiyaara with Mohit's earlier films like Aashiqui 2 and Malang. One user cheekily commented, "Aashiqui 3 looks very different from what I imagined". Another comment read, "Malang aur aashiqi 2 ko mila ne Mohit Suri ne ek nayi movie banai hai (Mohit Suri has made a new film after mixing Malang and Aashiqui 2). The makers described the title of the film, giving a sneak peek into what could be the plot of the film. They said, Saiyaara means a wandering celestial body, but in poetry it's often used to describe someone dazzling and otherworldly-a wandering star- always guiding, but out of reach. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film has been produced by YRF's CEO Akshaye Widhani. Saiyaara is set to release on July 18, 2025 in theatres worldwide.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Abhay Verma As James Potter? Desi Potterheads Want 'Munjya' Star In Harry Potter Series
Last Updated: After HBO revealed the new cast for the Harry Potter series, desi fans lit up the internet with an unexpected casting demand — Abhay Verma as James Potter. The wizarding world lit up with excitement this Wednesday as the new Harry, Ron, and Hermione were officially unveiled for HBO's much-anticipated Harry Potter series. But while global fans were busy getting to know the fresh faces of the Golden Trio, Indian Potterheads had their sights set on another beloved character — James Potter. And they already have a frontrunner in mind: Munjya star Abhay Verma. Yes, you read that right. What started as a few spirited fan tweets quickly snowballed into a full-blown casting campaign, with fans across India — and soon beyond — rallying behind Abhay Verma as the perfect choice to play the charming and mischievous James Potter. From his unruly hair and infectious smile to the glint of mischief in his eyes, fans pointed out that Abhay bears an uncanny resemblance to the way J.K. Rowling described James in her books. Not just that, several noted his striking similarity to the actors typically cast as Harry Potter, adding to the 'like father, like son" appeal. 'I think he makes a brilliant James — got that slightly cocky but harmless charm nailed down," one fan posted. Another chimed in, 'Perfect desi James. The mischief in his eyes is spot on!" Social media was flooded with fancasts, side-by-side comparisons, and even AI-generated edits placing Abhay in Hogwarts robes. As of now, the actor has not responded to the overwhelming fan love. Meanwhile, HBO officially introduced the new generation of Harry Potter stars — Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alastair Stout as Ron — marking a new era for the magical saga. As for Abhay Verma, the young actor has been on a rising trajectory ever since his breakout performance in Munjya captured hearts nationwide. He is now gearing up for a key role in Shah Rukh Khan's upcoming action spectacle King, which boasts a stellar ensemble including Deepika Padukone, Suhana Khan, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, and Anil Kapoor. Whether he makes it to Hogwarts or not, Abhay Verma is clearly already casting a powerful spell over audiences far and wide. First Published: May 29, 2025, 16:55 IST
