ENT Highlights: Harry Potter Actor Michael Gambon Dies At 82; Ranbir Kapoor’s Birthday

Blackpink's Lisa, who belongs to Thailand, will be honoured with the Cultural Ambassador Leader Award from Thailand's Ministry of Culture at the prestigious Wattanakunathorn Award. The awards acknowledge her contributions to the global promotion of Thai culture. Lisa's approach to cultural promotion is characterised by the strategic use of soft power as she integrates Thai culture into her music videos and social media presence.

According to a report by ETimes, popular television actress Urvashi Dholakia has been approached for Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa season 11. Sources revealed that the actress is in talks with the show’s producers, and if everything works out, she’ll be participating in the upcoming season of Jhalak. Several TV stars, including Sumbul Touqeer Khan, Karishma Kotak, Surbhi Chandna, Manisha Rani, Shivangi Joshi, Shiv Thakare, and more, have also been approached for the show. However, official confirmation is awaited.

Harry Potter actor Sir Michael Gambon, known for his role as Professor Dumbledore, is now more. He was 82. The announcement of his passing came from his grieving family, who, in an official statement, said that he'd died due to a 'bout of pneumonia.' The statement read, "We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon. Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside.” Over a six-decade career, the legendary actor received three Olivier Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and four BAFTA Awards. In 1999, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to drama.

Gadar 2 has beaten Pathaan’s lifetime India record to become the highest-grossing Hindi film. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared the latest domestic box office figures of the Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel starrer and stated that the action drama film is now the highest grossing Hindi film, earning ₹524.75 crore nett in India. The film, released in August, is directed by Anil Sharma and is the sequel to the 2001 film Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.

The late singer Lata Mangeshkar, also known as the Nightingale of India, marks her 94th birthday on September 28. PM Narendra Modi took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) and paid his heartfelt tribute to the legendary singer. Remembering her contribution to Indian music, he wrote, "Remembering Lata Didi on her birth anniversary. Her contribution to Indian music spans decades, creating an everlasting impact."

As Sunny Kaushal turned a year older today, Katrina Kaif shared a quirky pic of the birthday boy with Vicky Kaushal from her haldi ceremony. She captioned the image as, "Happy birthday to the best devar" along with white heart emoticons.

Rajkummar Rao, who will be collaborating with Triptii Dimri in Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, shared the first poster of the movie as he is set to bring back the 90’s magic. The makers of the movie claims that Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video will be a family entertainer that will captivate audiences with its unique story.

As Ranbir Kapoor turned a year older today, Neetu Kapoor gave a glimpse of his midnight birthday celebration. Interestingly, Ranbir's birthday cake also had a connection with his daughter Raha and the cake had a note which read as, "Happy Birthday Raha's Papa".

Katrina Kaif who started her acting career with Boom, has completed 20 years in Hindi film industry. Talking about the same, Vicky Kaushal praised his wife during an interview with Indian Express. He said, ““I think it is very inspirational. Now knowing her even more, it’s truly inspirational. Now I know her as a human and she’s a real fighter, especially when things are not working in her favour. She’s a go-getter. I learn a lot from her.” He also added, “My mindset is very different. I am more of a chiller. I am like, ‘Relax, ho jaayega (It will be done),’ but she is like a fighter. She goes for it; she attacks it. I have realised that the way she is and what she has achieved for herself, in the last 20 years, is incredible. From where she came and then just being here and adapting, it’s incredible. She definitely is a star.”

Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan has crossed 1000-Cr at the global box office. After which the actor took to X (previously Twitter), and wrote about Buy 1 Get 1 offer on his film’s tickets. He wrote, “Bhai ko, behen ko… Dushman ko, Yaar ko… And of course, apne Pyaar ko… Kal Jawan dikhaaiyega! Chacha-Chachi, Phoopha-Phoophi, Maama-Maami… Yaani Poore Parivaar ko. Sab ke liye ek ke saath ek free ticket!!! Toh kal se… Parivaar, yaar aur pyaar… Just Buy 1 ticket and get the other 1 FREE!* Wholesome entertainment with the whole family."

Raveena Tandon during an interview with Lehren Retro dodged a question about Akshay Kumar’s infidelity. Raveena and Akshay were dating each other in 1995, however, they separated their ways after allegedly being briefly engaged. While the actors have maintained a silence on the reason of their split, Raveena has once hinted at infidelity from Akshay’s end as the reason behind their split. During the recent interview, she was asked about infidelity in relationships. To which she said, “I would rather not discuss that.”

Ranbir Kapoor is celebrating his 41st birthday today. To mark the occasion, his wife, Alia Bhatt shared a series of pics and wrote, “my love.. my best friend.. my happiest place.. as you read this caption from your secret account sitting right next to me .. 😬😬 all I’d like to say is.. happy birthday baby… you make it ALL magical.”

The highly-anticipated teaser of Ranbir Kapoor’s upcoming film, Animal was unveiled today, on the special occasion of his 41st birthday. Helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film also features Bobby Deol, Anil Kapoor, and Rashmika Mandanna in pivotal roles. The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on December 1, 2023.

Jawan, directed by Atlee and starring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles, was released in Indian theaters on September 7. The film is continuing its successful box office run for the 21st day. As per a report in Sacnilk, the film minted Rs 5.15 crore nett in India on its 21st day for all languages. Since its release, the film has minted an whopping Rs 576.23 Cr.