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Confirmed! Aneet Padda Replaces Kiara Advani in Shakti Shalini, Teaser Drops With Thamma

by jummy84 October 21, 2025

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After a lot of speculation, it has been confirmed that Aneet Padda will be leading Maddock Horror Comedy Universe’s (MHCU) upcoming film Shakti Shalini. Aneet became a sought-after name this year after the massive success of her film Saiyaara with Ahaan Panday. Reports were doing the rounds that the actress has replaced Kiara Advani in Shakti Shalini, but there was no official announcement. But now the makers have revealed it through a post-credit scene in Ayushmann Khurrana’s Thamma.

The makers attached the announcement teaser of Shakti Shalini along with Thamma. The words on the clip read, “The protector. The destroyer. The mother of all. Aneet Padda in Shakti Shalini. Shakti unleashed Dec 24, 2026.” This video has now gone viral all-over social media. Take a look:

THE PROTECTOR
THE DESTROYER
THE MOTHER OF ALL
ANEET PADDA IN SHAKTI SHALINIpic.twitter.com/oKCEhf6jaG

— Shakti Shalini (@saiyaaratu) October 21, 2025

Reacting to it, one netizen wrote, “So thrilled for #AneetPadda joining the MHCU family Future looks powerful, emotional & iconic Shakti x Shalini duo gonna serve.. #ShaktiShalini #MHCUniverse” while another fan added, “Goosebumps Mannn”

Meanwhile, last month Maddock Films issued a statement amid the reports of Aneet replacing Kiara and urged everyone to wait for official announcements from the production house. The Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe started with Stree (2018), directed by Amar Kaushik and featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor. This film achieved huge commercial and critical acclaim, eventually leading to Bhediya (2022), Munjya (2024) and Stree 2 (2024). Thamma is the latest release from the MHCU. Besides Ayushmann Khurrana, the film also stars Rashmika Mandanna and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

The trailer introduces a vampire love story between Rashmika and Ayushmann, while Siddiqui plays Thamma, who plans to turn humans into vampires to build an army. After unexpected twists, his character is locked in a cave for 1000 years.

Talking of Aneet Padda, it is also reported that she will star in a courtroom drama directed by Nitya Mehra and Karan Kapadiya. She will be sharing the screen with Fatima Sana Shaikh.

Also Read: Ahaan Panday Shares Unseen Pics With Rumoured Gf Aneet Padda on Her Birthday, Cutely Feeds Her Cake

October 21, 2025 0 comments

Music

Cardi B Replaces The Weeknd At 2025 Global Citizens Festival

by jummy84 September 23, 2025

written by jummy84

Cardi B has officially been tapped to headline the 2025 Global Citizen Festival, stepping in to replace The Weeknd after his sudden withdrawal from the lineup.

The Weeknd’s decision to pull out, according to organizers, was due to a personal emergency, though details remain private.

The annual festival, set to take place on Saturday, September 27, in New York City’s Central Park, is a cornerstone event in the fight against global poverty, blending star-studded performances with activism-driven calls to action.

Cardi B performs at Spotify Beach concert featuring Cardi B, Lola Young and Mark Ronson at Spotify Beach during Cannes Lions 2025 on June 18, 2025 in Cannes, France.

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“We are incredibly grateful to Cardi B, who has joined the Global Citizen Festival lineup,” wrote Global Citizen CEO and co-founder Hugh Evans in a statement.

“She’s an outstanding performer, who will light up Central Park in spectacular fashion. We wish The Weeknd support and want to thank him and his fans for all taking action with us to help end extreme poverty.”

For Cardi, the opportunity to headline holds deeper meaning than just music.

Cardi B attends the Alexander Wang show during September 2025 New York Fashion Week on September 12, 2025 in New York City.
Dominik Bindl/Getty Images)

“This one’s not like other music festivals — this one is about coming together to help children around the world, and I’m so proud to support such an important cause,” she shared in a statement. “New York City — see you Saturday. Let’s get it!!!”

Fresh off the release of her long-awaited sophomore album Am I The Drama?, which is projected to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, Cardi’s appearance will be second time performing at the festival.

She previously took to the stage in her hometown back in 2018, after the release of her debut studio album Invasion of Privacy.

Cardi B attends the 4th Annual Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards at The Beverly Hilton on June 21, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Arnold Turner/Getty Images for Jason Lee/Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards)

The festival will be hosted by actor Hugh Jackman and includes performances from Tyla, Ayra Starr, Mariah the Scientist, and others.

Beyond entertainment, the Global Citizen Festival aims to secure tangible global commitments.

These include delivering clean, reliable energy to 1 million people in Africa, generating $200 million for Indigenous and local entrepreneurs to preserve land within the Amazon rainforest, and raising at least $30 million to fund community-based education programs that improve children’s literacy.

Tickets to the Global Citizen Festival are free and available through the Global Citizen app.

September 23, 2025 0 comments

Bollywood

Bigg Boss 19 looks good and fresh, say fans after BB replaces ‘cringe anthems’ with morning songs, unveils secret room

by jummy84 August 26, 2025

written by jummy84

Bigg Boss is one of the most popular reality shows on Indian television, with fans eagerly awaiting each new season for its dose of drama and entertainment. Over the past two seasons, however, viewers voiced concerns about the show losing its spark. Now, with season 19, it seems the makers have taken that feedback seriously. Just one episode in, fans are already praising the season for feeling fresh, exciting, and true to the Bigg Boss essence once again.

Salman Khan returns as host for Bigg Boss 19.

Fans review Bigg Boss 19’s first episode

One of the biggest changes from the past two seasons is that season 19 doesn’t have the so-called “cringe anthems” played to wake up the contestants. Instead, it has returned to Bollywood songs, just like in the earlier seasons. A Reddit user shared a screenshot of Bigg Boss contestants dancing to Dhating Naach from Phata Poster Nikhla Hero and wrote, “Finally no more cringe anthem this year in Bigg Boss.”

Fans also shared their views on the first episode of Bigg Boss. One wrote, “Song + secret room! Finally BB19 on a good start.” Another commented, “This season looks good and fresh.” A third comment read, “Bigg Boss ka redemption era is going on or what.” One fan added, “Looks like they finally got the budget to buy song licences vs the stupid anthem.” Another praised the casting and wrote, “BB has clearly opened a personality buffet this szn. No pre-made fds, just raw start!”

In the previous seasons, fans accused Bigg Boss of being biased towards contestants and even criticised it for interfering in their decisions. However, this year, Bigg Boss has chosen to stay out of the decision-making process, which aligns with the theme “Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar”—handing over the power to the housemates themselves.

About Bigg Boss 19

On the very first day, Bigg Boss asked contestants to choose a person they felt was unworthy of being a housemate due to having the least interesting personality. The majority named Farhana Bhatt, and Bigg Boss announced that her journey had ended. However, in a twist, she was moved into a secret room, where she will monitor the contestants 24/7 and even play a role in decision-making.

This season stars 16 contestants, including Awez Darbar, Kunickaa Sadanand, Baseer Ali, Ashnoor Kaur, Gaurav Khanna, Pranit More, Tanya Mittal, Amaal Mallik, Nagma Mirajkar, international performer Natalia Janoszek, Mridul Tiwari and Abhishek Bajaj, among others. Salman Khan will once again host Weekend Ka Vaar. The show is available to watch on JioCinema and Colors TV.

August 26, 2025 0 comments