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Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) Announced at WAVES 2025 by I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

At the prestigious WAVES Summit 2025, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled a transformative initiative—the launch of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT). Designed to revolutionize India’s creative ecosystem, IICT…

Pakistan attempts to attack Indian websites linked to children

New Delhi, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Pakistan has once again resorted to cyberattacks against India. In a continued wave of cyber offensives, Pakistan-sponsored hacker groups such as “Cyber Group HOAX1337” and “National Cyber Crew” made unsuccessful…

Bryan Cranston and Allison Janney Light Up the Stage in Everything’s Going to Be Great Trailer

Lionsgate has dropped the first trailer for Everything’s Going to Be Great, a vibrant, feel-good dramedy set in the chaotic, colorful world of regional theater. Directed by Jon S. Baird (Stan & Ollie), the film…

Magnolia Unveils Trailer for 40 Acres, a Gritty Post-Apocalyptic Thriller from Debut Director RT Thorne

Magnolia Pictures has dropped the tense, pulse-raising trailer for 40 Acres, an intense post-apocalyptic survival story that marks the feature debut of Canadian filmmaker RT Thorne. With haunting visuals and visceral stakes, the film offers…

Eva Victor’s Sorry, Baby Promises a Shattering, Sardonic Take on Trauma and Time

A24 has unveiled the trailer for Sorry, Baby, a quietly explosive feature debut from Eva Victor—who not only writes and directs but also stars in the film. Best known for her razor-sharp humor online, Victor…

I wished that if I ever became an actor, Anirudh’s music would play as I came onscreen: Vijay Deverakonda

Chennai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Stating that he was a massive fan of music director Anirudh’s music, Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda has now said that initially, he had wondered who “this genius was” and wished that…

‘Saawariya Tera’ Sets the Internet Dancing Ahead of Bhool Chuk Maaf Release

Maddock Films is back with another musical smash, and this time it’s got the whole town grooving. The third single from the upcoming comedy-drama Bhool Chuk Maaf, titled Saawariya Tera, dropped with a bang and…

Esha Deol Shares Vintage Love: A Throwback Tribute to Dharmendra And Hema Malini’s Timeless Bond

In a world of fast-moving headlines and fleeting romances, Bollywood’s golden couple—Dharmendra and Hema Malini—remains a quiet, enduring symbol of love that lasted beyond the screen. On the occasion of their wedding anniversary, actress Esha…

Deepika Padukone on WAVES2025: “Time to Bridge the Silos in Entertainment”

Speaking at the WAVES2025 Summit, actress Deepika Padukone hailed the event as a timely and much-needed intervention in India’s media and entertainment landscape. Joining Shah Rukh Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar for a packed session,…

Shah Rukh Khan Bats for a Stronger Indian Film Industry at WAVES2025

At the WAVES2025 Summit, Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for conceptualizing the landmark event, calling it a transformative step for India's entertainment industry. Representing the film fraternity,…

Did Kareena Kapoor take a subtle dig at Priyanka Chopra?

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Kareena Kapoor took a subtle dig at her contemporary, Priyanka Chopra while speaking at the WAVES Summit 2025. Bebo said that she is very happy working in the Indian film…

Star-Chef Showdown: A Recipe for Laughter!

When you mix comedy, celebrities, and a dash of culinary chaos, you get Laughter Chef—the show where laughter is the main ingredient and everyone’s serving up something deliciously funny! The set is sizzling with star…

Lyca Group and Mahaveer Jain Announce 9 Landmark Films at WAVES 2025, Inspired by PM Modi’s Vision

In a bold move to elevate Indian cinema on the global stage, Lyca Group and Mahaveer Jain Films have announced a slate of nine feature films at the prestigious WAVES 2025 summit. The initiative, inspired…

‘Pune Highway’ Trailer Drops: A Chilling Ride into Friendship, Secrets, and a Mysterious Death

The much-anticipated trailer for Pune Highway is finally out, teasing a suspenseful and emotionally gripping tale that promises to shake audiences to their core. Slated for release on 16 May 2025, the film centers on…

Telangana Congress leaders thank Governor for giving assent to quota bills for Backward Classes

Hyderabad, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Telangana Congress leaders on Friday called on Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and thanked him for giving his assent to the bills passed by the State Assembly for 42 per cent reservation…

Rajkummar Rao & Wamiqa Gabbi bring old-school warmth with ‘Sawariya Tera’ from Bhool Chuk Maaf

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) After tugging at heartstrings with “Koi Naa” and “Chor Bazari Phir Se”, the makers of Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer “Bhool Chuk Maaf” have unveiled yet another romantic track, “Sawariya…

98.24 percent of Rs 2,000 banknotes have been returned: RBI

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) As many as 98.24 per cent of the Rs 2,000 banknotes which were in circulation as on May 19, 2023, have now been returned with the total value of such notes…

India’s total exports rise 6 per cent to all-time high of $824.9 billion: RBI

New Delhi, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) India’s total exports have touched an all-time high of $824.9 billion in the financial year 2024–25, as per the latest data released by the Reserve Bank of India which includes…

WAVES 2025: Indian creator economy to influence over $1 trillion in consumer spend by 2030

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) India’s creators currently influence over $350 billion in consumer spending annually — a figure expected to surpass $1 trillion by 2030, the government said on Friday, citing an industry report. The…

Dhanush reveals title of YouTuber VJ Siddhu’s debut film as ‘Dayanagaram’

Chennai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Director, producer and actor Dhanush on Friday released the announcement video of YouTuber V J Siddhu’s debut film ‘Dayangaram’. Taking to his timeline on X, Dhanush wrote, “Glad to launch the…

Stock market closes higher amid volatility; Adani Ports jumps 4 pc

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Indian equity indices ended the final trading session of the week with gains on Friday after witnessing a bout of volatility. The Sensex, after touching an intra-day high of 81,177.93,…

India is safe in the hands of PM Modi, says Farooq Abdullah on Pahalgam attack fallout (IANS Interview)

New Delhi, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President, Farooq Abdullah on Friday strongly condemned the recent terror attack in J&K’s Pahalgam and called for strict action against the perpetrators of the massacre…

Nagarjuna reflects on the success of larger than life films like ‘Pushpa’ & ‘KGF’ in Hindi

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tollywood heartthrob Nagarjuna feels there is only one ingredient of the success of a film: Stay rooted to your native language. Addressing the WAVES summit 2025, Nagarjuna stated there is a…

Saif on the significance of Indian cinema: ‘I would like to see it go to the next level’

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Gracing the WAVES Summit, actor Saif Ali Khan expressed how it is a prominent space for broader opportunities that connect creators and collaborators to take entertainment to the next level. Speaking…

Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone & Karan Johar Reunite for an Unfiltered Chat at WAVES2025

The WAVES2025 Summit turned cinematic on Day 2 as Bollywood icons Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone joined celebrated filmmaker Karan Johar for a candid, heartfelt session that traced their intertwined journeys in Indian cinema….

Neha Bhasin opens up about her journey to heal from medication, hormones, and past trauma

Mumbai, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Singer Neha Bhasin has candidly shared her deeply personal journey of healing, revealing that she spent five months detoxifying her body from medications, hormonal imbalances, and emotional trauma. On Friday, Bhasin…

Centre’s support for development of Amaravati unforgettable: Chandrababu Naidu

Amaravati, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday said that the Centre’s support for the development of the state capital, Amaravati, is unforgettable. Hours before the arrival of Prime Minister…

Delhi court issues notice to Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in National Herald case

New Delhi, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) A court here on Friday issued notices to Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi in the alleged National Herald money…

Russell Brand reaches London court for first hearing on rape, sexual assault case

London, May 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor-comedian Russell Brand reached the London’s Westminster Magistrates Court to face charges of rape, indecent assault and sexual assault by the Metropolitan Police. Brand arrived wearing sunglasses, an open black shirt…