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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Can't get over Coldplaygate scandal? 10 wildest Kiss Cam moments in the history that were even more awkward
The Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium in Boston quickly became a nightmare for Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and CHRO Kristin Cabot, who were spotted cuddling when a Kiss Cam captured the duo on Wednesday. The moment became a viral sensation overnight and instantly sparked debates about workplace relationships and ethics. The incident was further fuelled by social media reactions and a comment from Chris Martin. The Kiss Cam is a crowd-pleasing feature at live events, showcasing couples on large screens during breaks. The usual expectation is for the pair to share a fun, light-hearted moment, often a kiss, to the audience's amusement. However, it can sometimes catch people off guard, as seen in the case, like Byron and Cabot's case. Moreover, the incident gained further traction when Elon Musk responded to a related tweet with a laughing emoji. Also, a parody tweet surfaced on the internet, mimicking Byron's apology: "Let me start by apologising to my family, my wife, and our wonderful employees. I am a Coldplay fan. Not just of the first two albums. I also like the recent stuff." Kiss Cam tradition is nothing new According to OneIndia, the Kiss Cam tradition has been a part of sporting events and music concerts for years. It focuses on engaging audiences by capturing their spontaneous moments among the attendees. However, as mentioned, apart from the delightful moments, it can sometimes lead to unexpected consequences. Since July 18, 2025, #Coldplaygate continues to trend on social media platforms, and the internet is flooded with memes and reactions of netizens. But this is not the first time that something unusual or unexpected has been captured on the Kiss Cam. A look at 10 of the wildest kiss cam moments in history Let's take a look at some of the wildest Kiss Cam moments in history so far:'That' my sister': During a college basketball game, a pair was spotted in the audience like a couple, until the man awkwardly mouthed. 'That's my sister' drew roars of laughter from the crowd. THE 10 W!LDEST KISS CAM MOMENTS IN HISTORYA thread 🧶1. Bro came prepared😭 'Wait for it' 2. Wait for it😭 'They win best kiss cam of all time😭' 4. They win best kiss cam of all time😭 'Poor couple got soaked.' 5. Poor couple got soaked😭 'Mom was having none of it😭.' 6. Mom was having none of it😭 'BRO IS A MENACE💀' 7. BRO IS A MENACE💀 'They are wild for that💀' 8. They are wild for that💀 'Some say she created a villain that day' 9. Some say she created a villain that day 'I hope someone told him…😭' 10. I hope someone told him…😭 'The time they put Kanye West and Kim Kardashian on the kiss cam and Kanye ignored her.' 10. I hope someone told him…😭 To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
Mint
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who was Venkat Raj? Telugu actor aka ‘Fish Venkat' dies at 53 after kidney-related ailment
Telugu actor and comedian Venkat Raj, popularly known as Fish Venkat, passed away on Friday at a hospital in Hyderabad after dealing with kidney-related ailments. He was 53, according to a report by 123 Telugu. Fish Venkat gained popularity for his comedic and villainous roles. He featured in more than 100 Telugu films. Introduced by Dasari Narayana Rao, Raj made his debut with the film Sammakka Sarakka. Known for his strong Telugu dialect, he acted in several hit films, such as Bunny, Adhurs, Dhee, and Mirapakay. His most recent film was the Aha thriller Coffee with a Killer. Fish Venkat also starred in Maa Vintha Gaadha Vinuma with Siddhu Jonnalagadda and DJ Tillu during the COVID-19 pandemic. Venkat Raj was recently admitted to the hospital after his kidney condition deteriorated, leading to kidney failure. He was hospitalised and moved to the ICU, needing a kidney transplant. Venkat's daughter, Sravanthi, in an interview with One India this month, said that actor Prabhas' team had extended financial support to them. 'Daddy isn't well at all. He is very serious and in the ICU. He needs a kidney transplant. It will cost us at least ₹ 50 lakh. Prabhas' assistant called us and offered financial assistance. They asked us to inform them when his transplant happens to cover the cost,' she said. However, Venkat's family later clarified that the offer was fake. 'Actually, nothing like that happened. We have been answering every call we get to see if anyone can help us. Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet,' a family member told Suman TV.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Telugu Actor-Comedian Fish Venkat Dies At 53 Due To Kidney Disease
Last Updated: Fish Venkat was admitted to the hospital recently after he suffered a kidney failure. He was in the ICU in need of a kidney transplant. Veteran actor and comedian Fish Venkat passed away on Friday, July 18. He breathed his last at a hospital in Hyderabad after battling kidney-related ailments. He was 53. Fish Venkat was admitted to the hospital recently after he suffered a kidney failure. He was in the ICU in need of a kidney transplant. Earlier this month, Venkat's daughter, Sravanthi, spoke to One India when she shared her father's health status and revealed that Prabhas' team had offered them financial support. 'Daddy isn't well at all. He is very serious and in the ICU. He needs a kidney transplant. It will cost us at least ₹50 lakh. Prabhas' assistant called us and offered financial assistance. They asked us to inform them when his transplant happens to cover the cost," she had said. However, another member of Venkat's family later told Suman TV that the call was fake and that they received no help from Prabhas. 'Actually, nothing like that happened. We have been answering every call we get to see if anyone can help us. Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet," he stated. Who Is Fish Venkat? Fish Venkat was a renowned Indian actor and comedian in the Telugu film industry. He was known for his impeccable comic timing and unique Telangana accent. Born Mangalampalli Venkatesh, he earned the nickname 'Fish" due to his ability to use a Telangana dialect reminiscent of fishermen. With a career spanning over two decades, Venkat appeared in numerous hit films, including 'Gabbar Singh," 'Adhurs," 'DJ Tillu," 'Bunny," and 'Kushi". Venkat was known for his versatility in playing both comedic and negative roles, with his dialogue 'Thodagottu Chinna" from the movie 'Aadi" becoming particularly iconic. First Published: July 19, 2025, 08:31 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Telugu actor Fish Venkat, 53, succumbed to kidney failure due to lack of funds for transplant? Report
Telugu actor and renowned comedian Fish Venkat has now passed away at 53. The actor had been hospitalized for a long time now, and his family had requested fund support from the many actors with whom the former had worked. Fish Venkat passes away Fish Venkat, a.k.a. Venkat Raj, passed away in Hyderabad on July 19. The actor was on ventilator support and was supposed to get a kidney transplant. However, his family had a lack of funds for the same; as a result, they had urged noted actors from the film fraternity to help them out. Unfortunately, due to the lack of funds, the actor could not get the kidney transplant and has passed away. He is survived by his wife and daughter. Fish Venkat's daughter pleaded for financial support for his father Speaking with One India previously, Fish Venkat's daughter had shared the health update of her father with everyone and revealed that he was in ICU and was battling a kidney ailment. She had even called out actors like Pawan Kalyan, Jr NTR, Allu Arjun and others and pleaded for help for his father. In her words, 'Be it Chiranjeevi, Pawan Kalyan, Allu Arjun, or Jr NTR, I hope they help us find a donor for my father. He has worked in such good films with all of them. No one seems to care about him now. I request everyone to please help my father.' When Fish Venkat's family got a false call for help from Prabhas Amid Fish Venkat's daughter's statement stirring headlines, a report claimed that Prabhas had reached out to the family and offered them financial aid of Rs. 50 lakhs. The comedian's family initially revealed that the Rebel star's assistant had called and confirmed the same. But it was not true. A person close to Fish Venkat's family later remarked that the call was fake and was the work of an imposter. The person said, 'Some unknown person called us pretending to be Prabhas Anna's assistant. We found out after that it was a fake call. He doesn't even know something like this is happening. We have not received any financial help yet.'
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
South Actor Fish Venkat passes away at 53 because of kidney failure, couldn't undergo transplant due to lack of funds
South Actor Fish Venkat passes away at 53 because of kidney failure, couldn't undergo transplant due to lack of funds The Telugu film industry is in deep shock as they are mourning the loss of veteran actor and comedian Fish Venkat. Venkat was just 53, and he lost his life due to kidney failure. Known as Venkat Raj originally, he had been battling a kidney problem for several months. He was admitted to a hospital in Hyderabad, but despite the treatment of dialysis and ventilator support, he couldn't survive. Fish Venkat's Battle With Kidney Issues Before this, Venkat's daughter had requested financial aid for his immediate kidney transplant. 'Papa is not well, and his condition is very critical. He has been kept in the ICU. He needs a kidney transplant, which will cost Rs 50 lakh,' his daughter had said. Later, two different statements came from his family pertaining to financial help from actor Prabhas. In one statement to One India, Venkat's daughter said, 'Papa needs a kidney transplant immediately as his condition is very bad. When the procedure was scheduled, Prabhas' assistant contacted us and promised to provide financial assistance.' However, later, a relative gave a contradictory statement, denying receiving any help from Prabhas. 'Prabhas does not know anything about this. We have not received any financial assistance yet,' the relative clarified, calling the earlier call fake. Speaking of Fish Venkat's career, he started his acting professionally in 2000 with his debut film, Sammakka Sarakka. Before cementing his image further as a comedian, he had also worked in negative roles, which showed his versatility as an actor. Later, his transition from villain to comic figure garnered him a lot of love and attention in Telugu cinema. He was admired for his incredible comic timing and screen presence. His last and final appearance was in the R. P. Patnaik's comedy film, 'Coffee with a Killer'. Fish Venkat is survived by his wife and three children and his death,. His death has left a wave of sadness across the Telugu industry, as fans and colleagues remember the actor who brought smiles to the screen but battled silently behind it.
