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Bollywood News Live Updates: Not just Alia Bhatt, missing ladies fool Nitanshi Goyal grabs everyone’s attention at Met Gala 2024
While Alia Bhatt made headlines at the Met Gala this year, Nitanshi Goyal also made her presence felt. She recently started her acting career with Missing Ladies.
Hollywood News Live Updates: Met Gala 2024 Memes: From Dan Levy’s Split Personality to Rebecca Ferguson of Barbershop
As the Met Gala 2024 came to an end, with spectacular outfits and stylish celebs in attendance, the internet was flooded with humorous memes that will make you laugh.
Executive Director Peter Wilson (waving) thanks everyone for supporting the Florence Douglas Center. To reserve Wilson’s retirement party on May 9 from 1:30-3 p.m. at 333 Amador St. call (707) 643-1044 extension 10.Vacaville resident Aliyah Osbun, an explorer with the Vacaville Fire Department, recently traveled to Manhattan to celebrate her high school graduation and pay tribute to the fallen firefighters of 9/11. Osbun got a tour of the Ground Zero fire department and is training to become a firefighter/paramedic.
Solano County High School wins Spring 2024 Vocabulary Bowl
Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy has claimed the top spot in its division in the Spring 2024 Vocabulary Bowl, marking the school’s fifth consecutive victory. The win came after a highly competitive season that involved more than 160,000 students from 1,800 schools.
Solano County High School students mastered 50,417 words, placing them first in Division III in the United States and third overall.
U.S. Representative Thompson with Solano County finalist Lily Bertlin
Solano County resident named finalist in 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Lily Bertlin was named as a Solano County finalist in the 2024 Congressional Art Competition.
Each spring, members of Congress host the Congressional Art Contest to recognize and encourage artistic talent in their districts and across our country. Since the artistic pursuit competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated.
U.S. Representative Mike Thompson said, “I always look forward to the Congressional Art Contest because it gives my colleagues, Capitol visitors and I the opportunity to appreciate the incredible talents of our district’s high school artists.” “Congratulations to Taylor Webster of Napa County on being named as this year’s winner from California’s Fourth District and to Lily Bertlin on being named as this year’s Solano County finalist.”
Winners are recognized in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, DC. The winning works are displayed for one year in the halls of the US Capitol.
The WCWHS Choir will participate in the San Francisco Heritage Music Festival April 19-20.
The WCW Treble Chorus earned 2nd place in the Treble Chorus category with a Silver/Excellent rating.
The Sylvan Singers earned first place in the show choir category with a rating of Gold/Superior.
Sylvan Choir earned first place in the Mixed Choir category with a rating of Gold/Superior.
The Sylvan Choir and Sylvan Singers earned Adjudicator Awards for scores of 95 or higher out of 100.
Additionally, Jaye Farner earned a prestigious Festival Vocalist Award, presented to the top vocalist among all middle and high school vocalists who competed.
Annie Mendoza earned the Director’s Award, presented to a student from all bands, orchestras and choirs, including participating middle and high schools. Mendoza received the award for his community leadership and character excellence.
The WCWHS Sylvan Choir earned a spot at the invitation-only Gold Heritage Music Festival at Carnegie Hall in New York City in 2025.
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Subject to regulatory approval, the merger is expected to close in the first half of calendar year 2025, according to a Walt Disney regulatory filing. If the transaction is not completed by February 28, 2026, Walt Disney or RIL may terminate the merger.
The US entertainment company also said it recognized a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $0.7 billion in the entertainment linear networks segment. It said Star Sports was a standalone reporting unit with no goodwill, and the entertainment direct-to-consumer (DTC) services unit had no goodwill impairment.
According to Walt Disney’s financial statements, Star India’s assets totaled $4.1 billion, while its liabilities were $868 million. It added that the assets and liabilities are subject to change towards the closing of the merger deal.
The company said the impairment assessment compares the carrying value of the reporting unit to its fair value, which is based on estimated discounted future cash flows. Future cash flows are based on internal forecasts that consider factors such as projected inflation, economic indicators and industry growth projections. .On February 28, Walt Disney-owned Star India entered into a definitive binding agreement with RIL and its subsidiary. Viacom 18 to make one joint venture Which will merge the businesses of Viacom18 and Star India.
The transaction will create an $8.5 billion joint venture that will include entertainment and sports pay TV and free-to-air networks. Streaming Serviceslibrary materials, and some production businesses.
Under the transaction, RIL will have an effective 56% controlling stake in the joint venture, followed by Walt Disney with 37% stake.
While Marvel fans are excited for the super-heroic teamup between Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman This summer’s “Deadpool and Wolverine,” Another character of the four-legged variety is also set to make his debut in the film.
Doggiepool, a canine companion to the Merc with a Mouth, will appear in the supercharged sequel this July, and Reynolds is sharing some new details about the dog behind the character.
“Her real name is Peggy and she won the award for Britain’s ugliest dog,” Reynolds said. empire magazine In an article published on Tuesday. “I was a huge supporter of hers because she felt like the animal manifestation of (Deadpool’s alter-ego) Wade Wilson.”
appearing for the first time in a 2010 marvel comic book, Reynolds said that Dogpool, “like many things during the writing process, was a little bit of an afterthought, and it grew” as production on “Deadpool & Wolverine” continued. “It was one of those things where you just keep hearing the movie, and Dogpool became prominent.”
According to BBCPeggy won the unique title of Britain’s ugliest dog in January 2023. The dog is believed to be a Pug and Chinese Crested mix – sometimes called a “Pugsey” – and hails from Leven, near Hornsey in East Yorkshire.
Alia is no stranger to the Met Gala spotlight, she made a grand entrance on the green carpet, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening in an exquisite mint green floral Sabyasachi sari, which was her second appearance at the prestigious event. Was.
Mini Mathur, television host, actor and model, recently shared a series of pictures from her first day as a TV host on the sets of the game show Tol Mol Ke Bol. The throwback post, which features a young R Madhavan as her co-host, has sparked a wave of nostalgia among the millennial generation, who have remembered the early days of Indian satellite television.
As Mini shared memories of that life-changing day, she expressed her excitement at being able to work with the “new, lovely boy” who would later become one of India’s most popular actors. These pictures have impressed fans and followers and brought back memories of the bygone era of Indian television.
In her post, Mini told the story of her first day on the sets of the reality show Tol Mol Ke Bol in January 1995. Despite being in her “loose office salwar kameez and permed hair”, Mini exuded confidence in a recent post. -Graduated and felt comfortable in front of the camera.
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“One day, suddenly.. the now famous @sanjoykroy called me to audition for one of India’s first game shows -Tol Mol Ke Bol. The first season had made @Riturajsingh (RIP) extremely popular and he was turning to films. They needed new hosts and here I was… in my office in salwar kameez and permed hair. I didn’t think I would be selected and I had that “fresh grad” confidence so I wasn’t nervous at all. But from the moment he said ACTION, I felt at ease. The camera was my friend, it never scared me. I could interact with it, not talk at it. I was at home,” read her post.
The moment the director called “action”, Mini felt an instant connection with the camera. Instead of feeling intimidated, she found comfort in being treated as a friend rather than having to negotiate over it. At that moment, she knew she had found her place in the world of television.
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Mini’s heartwarming trip down memory lane not only offers a glimpse of her journey as a TV host, but also reminds her of herself and her incredible talent and potential. R MadhavanHe had it even in the early stages of his career. The nostalgic post has brought a smile to the faces of many millennials who remember watching the two stars in their early days on television.
Celebrity chef Marise Goretti wrote, “Mins, I watched you, you and @actormaddy were brilliant, funny and just plain fun to watch….”
A fan commented, “Nostalgic those were the days.. simple, beautiful, full of energy and no pretense. Don’t drag others down to make someone else look better.” “This photo of pure love and @actormaddy reminds me of the Sea Hawks days! Gosh TV was a big deal back then!” read another netizen’s comment.
actor Priyanka Chopra Has been a pioneer for Indian cinema in the international arena. While Priyanka has also made her mark in Hollywood, she recently revealed in an interview that she was surprised when agents in the US talked to her about pay parity and asked for the same fees as their male counterparts. Priyanka, who has now moved into production, also shared that she never knew she had the power to demand pay parity.
Speaking to India Today, Priyanka Chopra Said, “When my agents told me we were going to demand pay parity, even I was surprised. I was like, ‘What?’ No, this does not happen in our industry. And they were like, ‘Let’s just ask questions.’ So, I didn’t even know I had that power. I didn’t know I could aspire to more, because I had become desensitized. I was told this is normal.”
Priyanka continued, “I think we talk a lot about choice, and giving women agency in their lives is a very powerful thing. I think a lot of women around the world don’t even know they have a choice in life because there are so many choices made for them.”
On the work front, Priyanka Chopra-backed documentary WOMB (Women of My Billion) premiered on Amazon Prime Video on May 3. On the acting front, Priyanka will next be seen in Heads of States.
Meet Ankit Khanna, creator of Kalamkar Sangeet – know about his journey, lifestyle and more
Kalamkar Sangeet: A intonation of development, strategy and artist empowerment
In the dynamic world of music and entrepreneurship, one name is known for its unwavering commitment to nurturing talent and driving innovation: Kalamkar Sangeet. Founded by visionary entrepreneur Ankit Khanna in collaboration with iconic artist Raftaar, Kalamkar Music has become a beacon of hope for budding artists looking to make their mark in the vibrant Indian music scene.
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Ankit Khanna’s journey is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. From his humble beginnings as an event promoter to his expansion into artist management, films and hospitality, Ankit has always been driven by his unwavering dedication to exploring new horizons. Ankit has carved a niche for himself as the co-founder of Kalamkar Music and AK Projects. IndustryThe epitome of the spirit of a serial entrepreneur.
At the heart of Kalamkar’s mission lies a deep commitment to nurturing talent and providing the support artists need to move forward. Through initiatives such as Mic Check and Takeoff Thursdays, Kalamkar actively seeks out undiscovered talent, regardless of their background or genre. The label’s inclusive approach to artist management has paved the way for the rise of stars like Deep Kelsi, KR$NA, Karma, and Younan, whose impressive growth in followers and streaming numbers attests to the label’s success.
Kalamkar’s dedication towards artist empowerment is evident in his remarkable growth metrics. Over the past year, the label has amassed over 540 million streams, with artist streaming growth reaching an impressive 70%. Additionally, their commitment to developing a strong online presence has resulted in substantial follower growth on Spotify, with standout artists experiencing rapid growth: Deep (+99.8%), Archit (+1187.1%), and Greece (+71.8%).
Furthermore, Kalamkar’s YouTube presence is equally impressive, with over 1.21 million subscribers and 1.7 million monthly views. In the last 28 days alone, their content has generated an impressive 14.4 million impressions with an average view duration of 2.18. With a dedicated fan base of 155k+ organic followers and an impressive engagement rate of 6.80%, Kalamkar continues to attract audiences and cement its position as a leader in the industry.
In the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment and entrepreneurship, Kalamkar stands at the forefront of innovation, leveraging technology and creativity to drive progress. As envisioned by Ankit Khanna, the future of the label is bright, with plans to expand into new genres and explore the intersection of technology and music.
As Ankit Khanna himself says, “From event promoter to artist management, and now leading a full-fledged record label, agency and venturing into films and hospitality, my journey has been quite a journey! I started as an event promoter and eventually moved into artist management. Now, I’ve also expanded into films and hospitality, which is super exciting because I’ve always loved exploring that field. Through my venture, I want to inspire and empower others to take advantage of the opportunities that exist in this exciting era of entertainment and entrepreneurship.
In a world where the barriers to entry are breaking, Kalamkar Music is building a vibrant ecosystem where artists can grow and innovate. With a focus on artist-centricity and commitment to excellence, Kalamkar is not just building a label; It’s shaping the future of music India and beyond.
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