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Actress Daisy Bopanna Buys Ducati Monster: Names Superbike ‘Anandi’ (Video)

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Actors buying expensive bikes is a common thing in India; however, we have a few actresses from the industry who have shown their love for two-wheelers in the past. Indian actress Daisy Bopanna is one such example. The actress, who is popular in the Tamil and Kannada film industry, recently took delivery of her brand-new Ducati Monster superbike. Not only did she buy a new bike, but she also gave it a nickname. She calls it “Anandi.”

The video has been shared by Daisy Bopanna on her Instagram page. The actress posted the video with a caption, “Officially my baby now. Named her “Anandi” – my gateway to heaven. Seriously such a pleasurable bike. Crazy speed, absolutely comfortable, just sheer bliss. Can’t question a @ducatiinfinity. Thank you, my fef @i.am.amyth.”

The Monster brand of Ducati is almost 25 years old, and under this brand, Ducati offers naked sports bikes. The model bought by Daisy here is the current generation model which was launched in the market back in 2021. The motorcycle features an updated exterior design, looking a lot leaner than the previous version.

The headlight design and the ring-type LED DRLs are new additions. Ducati replaced the trellis frame with an aluminum frame and an aluminum swingarm inspired by the Panigale V4. The sub-frame of the Monster is made of glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP), making it stronger and lighter than before.

The motorcycle comes with 43 mm USD forks at the front and an adjustable monoshock at the rear. The 17-inch wheels on this motorcycle are also said to be lighter than before. At the front, the Monster gets twin 320 mm discs, and rear braking duties are handled by a 245 mm disc. Ducati is offering features like ABS, cornering ABS, power launch, traction control, and wheelie control, along with ride-by-wire and three riding modes – Sport, Touring, and Urban.

Coming to the heart, the Ducati Monster is powered by a 937-cc, L-twin, liquid-cooled engine. This is the same engine that does duty on the HyperMotard and Ducati SuperSport. This engine generates 110 Bhp and 93 Nm of peak torque in the Monster. This engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and also comes with a bi-directional quick shifter as standard.

The price for a brand-new Ducati Monster 937 starts at Rs 12.94 lakh, ex-showroom, and goes up to Rs 15.95 lakh, ex-showroom. We are not sure which one the actress actually bought in this case.

Biker Women

Manju Warrier with her BMW R 1250 GS

While we have seen many actors on the road with their expensive motorcycles, we have rarely seen actresses with an interest in two-wheelers. In Bollywood, we have Gul Panag, who owns a couple of motorcycles like Royal Enfield Electra, BMW F650 Funduro, Triumph Bonneville, and a Jawa 42. Other actresses like Sonakshi Sinha, Kalki Koechlin, and Divyanka Tripathi have also been spotted riding bikes.

If you come down to the South Indian film industry, especially Malayalam, we have Manju Warrier , who recently got her two-wheeler license. She fell in love with motorcycles during a trip with Tamil actor Ajith to the Himalayas. Soon after returning, she bought herself a brand-new BMW R1250 GS adventure tourer motorcycle.

source: http://www.cartoq.com / CarToq / Home> Bike News / by Ajeesh Kuttan / April 02nd, 2024

Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024: Rashmika Mandanna Set To Create History As 1st Indian Presenter

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The anime universe is about to get a touch of Indian cinema flair as Rashmika Mandanna gears up to make her mark at the prestigious Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024. Scheduled to take place on March 2 in Tokyo, Japan, the event will see Rashmika as a presenter.

In a historic feat, the Animal actress will be the first Indian to represent India at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards. Rashmika will join an illustrious lineup of presenters at the event, including American pop sensation Megan Thee Stallion, Dallas Cowboys star DeMarcus Lawrence, and wrestling phenomenon Mercedes Varnado, known as Sasha Banks.

Meanwhile, Rashmika was spotted at the airport as she jetted off to Tokyo to attend the coveted awards ceremony. Dressed in a green-coloured top which she paired with black pants, Rashmika acknowledged the paparazzi as she rushed to catch her flight.

The news of Rashmika’s representation at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards has sent waves of excitement through her fanbase and the anime community alike. Rashmika has often expressed her love for anime, citing Naruto Shippuden as her personal favourite.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards is an annual extravaganza that celebrates the best of the anime world, from series to films and voice actors. It serves as a platform to honour the creativity and artistry behind this beloved genre, attracting fans and industry professionals from across the globe.

The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 will be held on Saturday, March 2.

On the work front, Rashmika has been shooting for Dhanush’s DNS (D51) in Hyderabad. She also has Pushpa 2 in her kitty.

source: http://www.timesnownews.com / Times Now / Home> Entertainment News> Web Series / by Times Entertainment Desk / February 29th, 2024

Rishi’s Ramana Avatara to release in Telugu as well

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Ramana Avatara pairs Rishi with Shubra Aiyappa and Pranitha Subash. The film is set to hit theatres shortly.

Kannada actor Rishi has not had a theatrical release since 2019’s Sarvajanikarige Suvarnavakasha. He was seen in cameos in not one, but three Kannada films – Mugilpete, One Cut Two Cut and Thurthu Nirgamana – and had a direct-to-OTT film Nodi Swamy Ivanu Irode Heege during the pandemic. His film Ramana Avatara has been ready for a while and Rishi was hoping to have it in theatres sometime in the second half of 2023, after his Telugu web series debut Shaitaan, but that did not happen.

Watch Rishi romance Shubra Aiyappa in the peppy number Rama is a Gentleman 

The team is now on the lookout for a release date, with April the most likely candidate, but what’s also happening is that Ramana Avatara will no longer be just a Kannada film. It is officially a bilingual release with a Telugu version also being readied, given Rishi’s new-found popularity in those markets following the success of Shaitaan and that he is now working on Nandamuri Balakrishna’s untitled 109th project as antagonist, along with Bobby Deol. Rishi also has another Telugu film in his kitty in which he plays the lead.

Rishi’s next in Telugu is period drama along with Faria Abdullah & Thiruveer

Ramana Avatara, by director Vikas Pampapathi, is a comedy that has Rishi play the title character Rama, whose post break-up venture sees him try something to stop the migration of educated youth from his village to the city. The film also stars Shubra Aiyappa, Pranitha Subhash, Anirudha Acharya, among others, and has music by Judah Sandhy.

Ramana Avatara: Lead actor Rishi’s transition from theatre to cinema involved a lot of unlearning

Rishi, who has just wound up work on a film called Rudra Garuda Purana, in which he plays a cop yet again after Kavaludaari, has been vocal about the need to deliver on what’s been promised in his films, so that audiences do not feel cheated when they watch it in theatres. “When I say that I have made an entertainer and that I would like people to come to theatres, I have to live up to that promise,” he had said.

source: http://www.ottplay.com / OTT Play / Home> News / by Team OTT Play / February 16th, 2024

Swetha Changappa wishes ‘Kailpodh’ to all Kodavas

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Actress-host Shwetha Changappa is celebrating the festival of Kailpodh with her son Jiyaan Aiyappa. She shared a video on social media where she is seen dressed in a traditional Kodava-style saree and wishing the Kodava community a happy and prosperous Kailpodh.

Swetha Changappa wishes 'Kailpodh' to all Kodavas

Actress-host Shwetha Changappa is celebrating ‘Kailpodh’ with full enthusiasm. Draped in a traditional Kodava-style saree, the proud Kodavati recently took to her social media handle and shared an adorable video, where she is seen posing along with her little munchkin, Jiyaan Aiyappa.

The Kodavati’s wish

Shwetha in the video is seen wishing all the Kodava community people a very happy and a prosperous Kailpodh.

She is seen wishing in the native language and talks about the importance of celebrating the festival.

Swetha’s baby boy is also seen in the video and wishing everyone on the occasion in his cutest way possible.

The Kailpodh festival

For the uninitiated, September 3rd marks the festival of Kailpodh, in Coorg. While in Kodagu the festival is celebrated on different days, elsewhere Kail-Podh is observed at homes on the third of September.

The Kail Podh day begins with the youngsters touching the feet of their parents.

Traditional and household weapons, such as guns, war knives, swords, spears, bows, and arrows, are cleaned and placed near the thook bolcha (hanging prayer lamp) in the house.

On a work front
Swetha Changappa is currently seen hosting kids-based reality game show, Chota Champion, which returned to the Kannada small screens after a long gap.

The doting mommy

Talking about Swetha’s three-year-old son, Jiyaan has indeed become the latest sensation. The baby is quite popular on social media as mommy Swetha’s Instagram handle is filled with videos and pictures of Jiyaan. The actress indeed seems to be enjoying her motherhood to the fullest.

source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> News> TV> Kannada / etimes.in / September 03rd, 2023

Ooru Peru Bhairavakona’s Humma Humma: Sundeep Kishan tries hard to charm Varsha Bollamma

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Ram Miriyala has crooned Ooru Peru Bhairavakona’s Humma Humma song that is composed by Shekar Chandra

Ooru Peru Bhairavakona’s Humma Humma: Sundeep Kishan tries hard to charm Varsha Bollamma
Sundeep Kishan and Varsha Bollamma

Sundeep Kishan, who was earlier seen in the gangster saga Michael this year, is all set to entertain audiences with the mystical thriller Ooru Peru Bhairavakona soon. Kavya Thapar and Varsha Bollamma play the female leads in the thriller produced by Razesh Danda under Hasya Movies, while Anil Sunkara is the presenter. VI Anand, who worked with Sundeep in Tiger, is the director.

A new single from the film, Humma Humma, was launched today. Shekar Chandra scores the music for the thriller. Ram Miriyala has crooned for the number, jointly lyricized by the composer and Tirupathi Jaavana. The catchy fusion track focuses on how the protagonist is smitten by the woman of his dreams and goes all out to woo her. The quirky lyrics, composition capture his enthusiasm.

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‘Naa Valla Kade Bomma..Nee Kallu Chuste Amma..Inta Kalamu Lede..Vinta Lokamu Ente..Jaari Paddade Manase,’ the song’s opening lines read. The simple lyrics showcase the plight of a youngster who’s desperate to express his feelings to a loved one. Ram Miriyala’s laidback rendition, Sundeep Kishan’s expressions and Vijay Binni’s vibrant choreography enhance the appeal of the number.

The song has been shot at popular locations in Hyderabad and cinematographer Raj Thota’s aesthetic sense lets you explore the charm of the city while driving the story forward. The music video introduces viewers to the team behind the song, from the singer to the composer, lyricist and director as well. Humma Humma could be your ideal companion for a car ride to lift your spirits during a lazy evening.

The teaser of Ooru Peru Bhairavakona, released a few months ago, earned encouraging responses from audiences. Besides the mystical thriller, Sundeep Kishan is associating with actor Dhanush for two of his upcoming projects: Captain Miller and D50.While the former hits screens this December, D50 is directed by Dhanush himself.

source: http://www.ottplay.com / OTT Play / Home> News / by Srivathsan Nadadhur / October 28th, 2023

Thapaswini Poonacha gets married to Rakshath Muthanna

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On career front, the actress is currently working on the film Gajarama, which is an action based film, has Rajavardhan in the lead role.

Thapaswini Poonacha gets married to Rakshath Muthanna | Kannada Movie News - Times of India

Actress Thapaswini Poonacha tied the knot with Rakshath Mutthanna in an intimate ceremony was attended by their family members, relatives and close friends.

The newly wed couple have shared the news on their social media page today. Congratulatory messages are pouring in for the couple as soon as they revealed about their marriage .

An excited Thapaswini by sharing a video on her Instagram page wrote, “A short glimpse of the most memorable and best moment of our life. The last three years of an absolute roller coaster with the love of my life is now more meaningful as we are married, it’s been a month now and forever to go. Love you more always. Thanks to all my dear friends and relatives for joining us and making this occasion even more beautiful .

They have got married in a traditional Kodava style.

Thapaswini Poonacha, who made her debut with romantic comedy film Harikathe Alla Girikathe, which had Rishab Shetty in the lead role, has signed her second film Gajarama, which sees her sharing screen Rajavardhan.

The actress who has taken a break from the work for her wedding is likely to resume the shoot soon.

source: http://www.timesofindia.indiatimes.com / The Times of India / Home> Entertainment> Kannada> Movies / by TNN / July 12th, 2023