Movies

2021 saw me getting hooked on “Squid Game,” a Korean drama that quickly became a global sensation. In this series, a motley crew of struggling individuals find themselves participating in a deadly competition where life-threatening versions of childhood games are played out. The prize for the winner is enormous, but the losers face immediate elimination – making it clear that the risks involved are nothing short of astronomical. This grim depiction of capitalism presents a stark reality where people risk everything, even their lives, in a desperate pursuit of wealth, be it dollars or won as in this case.

As a gamer, I can’t help but feel the chills running down my spine as Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice continues to rule the box office in its second weekend! With an estimated $52 million or more, this spooky spectacle is charging straight towards a massive $200 million domestically. It’s like being stuck in a never-ending haunted house ride that I can’t get enough of!

Grammy-winning artist Anderson .Paak, along with Bruno Mars in the duo Silk Sonic, will be performing at Andy’s on September 25. This is a cozy, vintage live music venue that emphasizes R&B and jazz. His business partners for this venture are his friends, Mark and Jonnie Houston – well-known figures in L.A.’s nightlife scene who also own popular spots like La Descarga, Break Room 86, No Vacancy, and Level 8.

As a working actor of Indian descent, I often find myself grappling with a recurring challenge, much like an unwanted movie sequel. Frequently, I’m offered roles that are characterized as the “seductive, robust, roguish charmer,” the type who exudes a powerful presence and leaves everyone spellbound. Of course, it’s gratifying to be considered for such roles; who wouldn’t aspire to play Bollywood’s James Bond or the Prince of Deceit?

Amar Kaushik’s Stree 2 has been causing a sensation at the box office and filling cinemas to capacity. Since its release on August 15, it has remained robust and kept audiences entertained for nearly a month now. The ensemble cast delivered an outstanding performance, while the horror-comedy film also features Tamannaah Bhatia in a brief role as Shama. She captivated everyone with her electrifying dance moves, and the actress appeared bald in the movie’s climax. Now, the makeup artist responsible for her transformation has shared the secrets behind creating the character.