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Producer Anil Sunkara on ‘Kalam’ biopic: It took us eight rotations round the sun to make the dream a reality!

Chennai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Well known producer Anil Sunkara, who is one of the producers of ‘Kalam’, featuring actor Dhanush in the lead, has now penned an emotional note about the upcoming film, saying that…

Kajol sends birthday love to Suhana Khan, predicts a ‘big year’ ahead

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Kajol took to social media on Thursday to extend a warm birthday wish to Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan. In her heartfelt message, Kajol hinted at exciting times…

ED raids continue at locations linked to K’taka Home Minister Parameshwara

Tumakuru (Karnataka), May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) continued its raids for the second consecutive day on educational institutions linked to Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara in Tumakuru city. While ED sources confirmed that…

Radicalism has no place in US: Trump on shooting of Israeli Embassy staffers (Ld)

Washington, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) US President Donald Trump strongly condemned the shooting that killed two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, late Wednesday night (US time), calling it an act of…

Manav Kaul says he’s gone ‘crazy in love’

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor and poet Manav Kaul has professed his love for tennis, saying he is crazy in love with the sport. Manav took to Instagram, where he shared three pictures of himself….

Two Israeli Embassy employees shot dead in Washington

Washington, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two Israeli Embassy staff were shot dead near the Jewish Museum in Washington, as confirmed by US Homeland Security. A male and a female employee of the Israeli Embassy in Washington…

Rajkummar Rao: I go with my gut feeling

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) National Award-winning star Rajkummar Rao says he chooses projects based on instinct, not success or value. When asked how he chooses films—whether based on the value they add to his life…

Michael Douglas: I’m enjoying my hiatus

Los Angeles, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood star Michael Douglas says he doesn’t have a “burning desire” to act again but is open to going back on camera if the right role comes along. The 80-year-old…

All-party delegation pays floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Tokyo

Tokyo, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Members of the all-party delegation led by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha began their visit to Japan by paying floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi in Edogawa, Tokyo. The delegation,…

Indian economy shows resilience despite weak global growth: RBI

New Delhi, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) The global growth continues to face headwinds with persistent trade frictions, heightened policy uncertainty, and weak consumer sentiment weighing on the outlook. Despite this, the Indian economy is exhibiting resilience…

11 TN fishermen return home after release from Sri Lankan custody

Chennai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Eleven fishermen from Tamil Nadu, who were arrested by the Sri Lankan Coast Guard earlier this year, returned home on Wednesday night to an emotional reception at Chennai airport. The fishermen,…

Kieran Culkin to star in ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping’

Los Angeles, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Academy Award and Emmy winner Kieran Culkin has been roped in for “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping” as magnanimous host Caesar Flickerman. Actor Stanley Tucci played the role…

Gunfight breaks out between security forces and terrorists in J&K’s Kishtwar

Jammu, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) A gunfight erupted on Thursday between the joint security forces and the terrorists during a cordon and search operation (CASO) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district. Officials said that on specific…

Paul Mescal, Josh O’Connor’s ‘The History of Sound’ earns 6-minute standing ovation

Los Angeles, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Hollywood stars Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor’s gay romance by Oliver Hermanus titled “The History of Sound” earned a six-minute standing ovation. While Mescal received a standing ovation when walking…

Ananya Panday wishes ‘sweet little Suzie pie’ Suhana Khan on 25th b’day

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) On her best friend Suhana Khan’s 25th birthday, actress Ananya Panday shared a heartfelt wish, calling her “sweet little Suzie pie” and expressing that there’s no one like her. Ananya took…

Ali Fazal trains with Italian MMA fighter Umberto Barbagallo for ‘Rakht Brahmand’

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Ali Fazal is currently undergoing intense training in Jujutsu, under Italian expert and black belt Umberto Barbagallo, to prepare for the next schedule of Rakht Brahmand. Speaking about the preparation,…

Op Sindoor Outreach: Sanjay Jha-led all-party delegation arrives in Japan

Tokyo, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) An all-party Indian parliamentary delegation led by Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha arrived in Tokyo on Thursday morning, marking the start of India’s massive diplomatic outreach on ‘Operation Sindoor.’…

Neha Pendse: Every nook every corner of Cannes screams fashion

Mumbai, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Marathi and Hindi film and TV industry’s renowned actress Neha Pendse has made her debut at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival and said that every nook and corner of the French…

Dhanush to Embody Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in Ambitious Biopic ‘Kalam’, Announced at Cannes 2025

In a moment that stirred both nostalgia and national pride, the 2025 Cannes Film Festival played host to the unveiling of one of Indian cinema’s most anticipated biopics: Kalam, a cinematic retelling of the life of…

Rana Naidu Returns: Season 2 Gears Up for a June Debut on Netflix with Higher Stakes and New Enemies

The fixer is back — and this time, it’s personal. After an explosive first season that turned heads and sparked conversation, Rana Naidu is charging into its second act. Netflix has officially confirmed that Season 2 of…

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Graces Cannes 2025 in Ethereal Saree, Redefines Glamour with Sindoor and Grace

There are red carpets. And then, there is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at Cannes. With her arrival at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, Aishwarya Rai once again proved why she is a cinematic…

PM Modi to offer prayers at Karni Mata Temple in Rajasthan’s Deshnok today, address rally

Jaipur, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday will visit the revered Karni Mata Temple in Deshnok in Rajasthan’s Bikaner, and is likely to deliver a significant message from the spiritual land of…

Israeli PM Netanyahu reaffirms to fully control Gaza; dismisses speculation of rift with Trump

Jerusalem, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his government’s intention to fully reoccupy besieged Gaza, dismissed any agreement to end the war, and brushed aside any speculations of a rift with…

CM Yogi Adityanath says ‘no need to worry’ about Covid-19 outbreak in UP

Lucknow, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed health officials to remain alert about the spread of Covid-19 in the state but also said there was nothing to worry as far…

IndiGo says Union govt to take decision on deal with Turkish carrier

New Delhi, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has said that IndiGo is fully compliant with all regulatory frameworks governing its operations with aircraft leased from Turkish Airlines, adding that the decision to renew…

EAM Jaishankar meets Danish counterpart Rasmussen, hails Denmark’s support against terrorism

Copenhagen (Denmark), May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met the Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen here on Wednesday (local time) to discuss India and Denmark relations and also lauded Denmark’s strong…

Operation Sindoor Outreach: Second all-Party delegation departs for UAE

New Delhi, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) India has launched its global campaign ‘Operation Sindoor Outreach’, sending out its first two groups of high-level, multi-party delegations to Japan and the United Arab Emirates as part of a…

PM Modi to inaugurate 103 Amrit Bharat railway stations today to boost modernisation of Railways

New Delhi, May 22 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations across 86 districts in 18 states and Union Territories on Thursday, as part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme,…

Heavy rain, strong winds lash Delhi-NCR; Metro services affected, flights delayed (Ld)

New Delhi, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Heavy rain, hail, and powerful winds battered several parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Wednesday evening, providing much-needed relief from the scorching summer heat but also…

Maharashtra ready to deal with any disaster during monsoon: CM Fadnavis

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Wednesday that the administration is geared up to deal with any disaster that may arise during the monsoon season, adding that all agencies have…

Aishwarya Rai makes for a true Indian beauty in an elegant saree at Cannes 2025

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been the face of true Indian beauty internationally for decades now. Going back to her roots, the former Miss World decided to walk the Cannes red…

Trisha Krishnan brings infectious charm to ‘Sugar Baby’ from ‘Thug Life’

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) The second song from the upcoming film ‘Thug Life’, titled ‘Sugar Baby’ was released on Wednesday. The song has been composed by the Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman,…

Dhanush to immortalise Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam in upcoming biopic

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) One of India’s most loved Presidents, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam’s life being adapted for the screen in the upcoming biopic. The film, titled ‘Kalam’ stars National Award-winning actor Dhanush, and has…

Ankit Bhardwaj joins the cast of ‘Tenali Rama’ as Anantayya

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Ankit Bhardwaj has joined the cast of the show “Tenali Rama”. He will essay the role of Anantayya – a mysterious, charming young man. He is the son of the…

Tom Cruise joins forces with Academy winner Alejandro G. Inarritu for a wild comedy

Mumbai, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) After “Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning” Hollywood star Tom Cruise has joined forces with Academy Award winner director Alejandro G. Inarritu for his next. During Cannes 2025, ‘The Revenant’ maker…

Basavaraju, a ruthless Maoist from Andhra Pradesh

Amaravati, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Nambala Keshav Rao, India’s topmost Maoist leader, gunned down by security forces in Chhattisgarh on Wednesday, was considered a ruthless revolutionary and a master military strategist who led some of the…

Special prayers, local joy as PM Modi set to visit Karni Mata temple

Bikaner, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to virtually inaugurate 103 redeveloped railway stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme on May 22, excitement is equally palpable in Rajasthan’s Bikaner, where he…

Turbulence hits IndiGo flight, lands safely in Srinagar

Srinagar, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) Severe turbulence hit an IndiGo airlines flight bound to Srinagar from Delhi, causing panic, cries and prayers among passengers on Wednesday, but fortunately the flight landed in Srinagar safely, though with…

Heavy rain, hailstorm, and strong winds lash Delhi-NCR

Southwest Monsoon 2025’s onset could be the earliest since 2010

Thiruvananthapuram, May 21 (SocialNews.XYZ) The onset of the southwest monsoon this year could well be the earliest since 2010, as per conditions on Wednesday, weather officials said. According to the India Metrological Department, the normal…