It was a night full of glamour as Hema Malini’s birthday bash had the whos-who of the Bollywood world come together to celebrate Dream Girl’s 75th birthday. From peers to friends and family members, Hema Malini’s birthday celebration was a night to remember.

It was a night full of glamour as Hema Malini’s birthday bash had the whos-who of the Bollywood world come together to celebrate Dream Girl’s 75th birthday. From peers to friends and family members, Hema Malini’s birthday celebration was a night to remember. As pictures and videos from the night made it to social media, in one video we can see Rekha and Hema Malini grooving to the hit song “Kya Khoob Lagti Ho” on stage. The video shared by a fanpage on Instagram shows Rekha gesturing to suggest that she dedicates the song to Hema who looks stunning at 75. While Hema chose a lavender heavily embroidered sheer saree for her big day, Rekha arrived in an embroidered ivory sari and her signature jewellery and makeup. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bollywoodirect (@bollywoodirect) × In another video, Hema can be seen grooving on stage to her hit song “Tune O Rangeele Kaisa Jaadu Kiya” as a singer belted the song live on stage. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ETimes (@etimes) × Hema Malini’s colleagues including Jaya Bachchan, Padmini Kolhapure, Jackie Shroff, Jeetendra, and Rakesh Roshan joined her. Amongst the younger lot were Salman Khan, Rajkummar Rao, Vidya Balan, Shilpa Shetty, Rani Mukerji, and Madhuri Dixit who attended the bash. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhawana Somaaya (@bhawanasomaaya) × Prior to the Bollywood celebration, Hema Malini shared pictures from her birthday bash in Mathura. Hema Malini is a member of the Lok Sabha from the Bharatiya Janata Party, representing the Mathura constituency. Sharing pictures of her being honoured at an event, she wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “I had a birthday get-together in Mathura - lunch with the sadhus and sants of the many ashrams and temples there and received their blessings. Some photos of the event.” I had a birthday get together in Mathura - lunch with the sadhus and sants of the many ashrams and temples there and received their blessings🙏Some photos of the event pic.twitter.com/KcSoS0n2rs — Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) October 16, 2023 × WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>As the world grieves the loss of lives of people who attended the Supernova Music Festival in the deadly attack by Hamas terrorists, an Israeli production company SIPUR is currently putting together a documentary that will recount the tragedy. The deadly attack took place on October 7 as Hamas terrorists attacked those attending the music festival. The group was responsible for the deaths of at least 260 festival-goers at the Supernova electronic dance music festival celebrating the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The production company has now begun work on the documentary which will tell the story with assistance from award-winning director Yariv Mozer.</p>

<p>The documentary will source exclusive content from family members of those who attended the festival and authorities like police and first responders. The film will honour the lives of the victims using interviews with investigators, soldiers and journalists, as well as unseen footage gathered from those who survived the attacks. It will be released in Israel and globally over the coming year.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-gigi-hadids-israel-hamas-war-instagram-post-upsets-state-of-israel-647786">Gigi Hadid's Israel-Hamas war Instagram post upsets Israel</a></p>

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<p>The filmmaker said, “I have seen things in my life. I have lived through wars; I have fought in wars and I have even filmed during a war. But nothing prepared me for the harsh images I have seen in the remains of the massacre that took place at the Nova music festival. I see it as my duty as a documentary filmmaker to bring to the world the testimonies and horrific stories of the survivors of this slaughter. Young women and men whose only sin was their desire for music, and the passion to celebrate free love, spirit and freedom.”</p>

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As the world grieves the loss of lives of people who attended the Supernova Music Festival in the deadly attack by Hamas terrorists, an Israeli production company SIPUR is currently putting together a documentary that will recount the tragedy.

As the world grieves the loss of lives of people who attended the Supernova Music Festival in the deadly attack by Hamas terrorists, an Israeli production company SIPUR is currently putting together a documentary that will recount the tragedy. The deadly attack took place on October 7 as Hamas terrorists attacked those attending the music festival. The group was responsible for the deaths of at least 260 festival-goers at the Supernova electronic dance music festival celebrating the Jewish holiday of Sukkot. The production company has now begun work on the documentary which will tell the story with assistance from award-winning director Yariv Mozer. The documentary will source exclusive content from family members of those who attended the festival and authorities like police and first responders. The film will honour the lives of the victims using interviews with investigators, soldiers and journalists, as well as unseen footage gathered from those who survived the attacks. It will be released in Israel and globally over the coming year. Gigi Hadid's Israel-Hamas war Instagram post upsets Israel Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Security guard with Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team joins Israel Army The filmmaker said, “I have seen things in my life. I have lived through wars; I have fought in wars and I have even filmed during a war. But nothing prepared me for the harsh images I have seen in the remains of the massacre that took place at the Nova music festival. I see it as my duty as a documentary filmmaker to bring to the world the testimonies and horrific stories of the survivors of this slaughter. Young women and men whose only sin was their desire for music, and the passion to celebrate free love, spirit and freedom.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Hollywood actor Sam Neill is currently being treated for stage three blood cancer. The actor, best known for his role as Alan Grant in the <em>Jurassic Park</em> franchise, revealed that he’s been in remission for 12 months, thanks to the help of a rare anti-cancer drug that requires infusion&nbsp;every two weeks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The only issue is that this anti-cancer drug will stop working, Neill revealed doctors informed him. He said, “I know I’ve got it, but I’m not really interested in it. It’s out of my control. If you can’t control it, don’t get into it.”</p>

<p>Neill originally underwent chemotherapy for three months, but the treatment was unsuccessful. That’s when Neill’s doctor switched him to a rare anti-cancer drug.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The doctors told me that the biweekly infusions are “grim and depressing” but it is “keeping me alive”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for the doctor’s news that this treatment won’t work forever, Neill added, “I’m prepared for that.” The actor said he’s “not remotely afraid” of dying, but the thought of retiring from acting “fills me with horror.”</p>

<p>It was first revealed in March that Sam Neill was diagnosed with cancer. It was during promotions for <em>Jurassic World Dominion</em> that he experienced swollen glands and was soon diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma. At the time, in an interview, he said, “I’m not afraid to die, but it would annoy me. Because I’d really like another decade or two, you know? We’ve built all these lovely terraces, we’ve got these olive trees and cypresses. I want to be around to see it all mature. And I’ve got my lovely little grandchildren. I want to see them get big. But as for the dying? I couldn’t care less.”</p>

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Hollywood actor Sam Neill is currently being treated for stage three blood cancer. The actor, best known for his role as Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise, revealed that he’s been in remission for 12 months, thanks to the help of a rare anti-cancer drug that requires infusion every two weeks.

Hollywood actor Sam Neill is currently being treated for stage three blood cancer. The actor, best known for his role as Alan Grant in the Jurassic Park franchise, revealed that he’s been in remission for 12 months, thanks to the help of a rare anti-cancer drug that requires infusion every two weeks. The only issue is that this anti-cancer drug will stop working, Neill revealed doctors informed him. He said, “I know I’ve got it, but I’m not really interested in it. It’s out of my control. If you can’t control it, don’t get into it.” Neill originally underwent chemotherapy for three months, but the treatment was unsuccessful. That’s when Neill’s doctor switched him to a rare anti-cancer drug. The doctors told me that the biweekly infusions are “grim and depressing” but it is “keeping me alive”. As for the doctor’s news that this treatment won’t work forever, Neill added, “I’m prepared for that.” The actor said he’s “not remotely afraid” of dying, but the thought of retiring from acting “fills me with horror.” It was first revealed in March that Sam Neill was diagnosed with cancer. It was during promotions for Jurassic World Dominion that he experienced swollen glands and was soon diagnosed with angioimmunoblastic T-cell lymphoma. At the time, in an interview, he said, “I’m not afraid to die, but it would annoy me. Because I’d really like another decade or two, you know? We’ve built all these lovely terraces, we’ve got these olive trees and cypresses. I want to be around to see it all mature. And I’ve got my lovely little grandchildren. I want to see them get big. But as for the dying? I couldn’t care less.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Zindagi and Applause Entertainment’s latest project,<em> The Pink Shirt </em>saw its global premiere in Sydney, Australia. The 8-episode web series stars Pakistani superstars Sajal Aly and Wahaj Ali. The series had its world premiere at Sydney’s Palace Central Cinema as part of the festival’s screen lineup and was the only South Asian Web Series selected this year. The iconic film and culture festival left its home in Austin, United States for the first time for Sydney, bringing global stars and music legends to Sydney this week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A collection of Sydney’s media and social influencers gathered to view the first two episodes of the series, which was followed by a robust Q&amp;A with director Kashif Nisar, writer Bee Gul, and producer Shailja Kejriwal.</p>

<p>Chief Creative Officer (Special Projects) Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., Shailja Kejriwal said, “We're bringing lots of exciting content from Pakistan and bringing them into Indian homes, which I think has made a lot of difference in terms of how our neighbours are perceived by people in my country. Now we are meeting up with directors and writers, and the fact that we're sitting here is a testament to that. Going forward we really hope for a day when we can shoot in each other’s countries. When we did Zeefinity there were six top directors from India and some of the top directors from Pakistan as well and the wish that they wanted to project was that the borders should open and let the art flow seamlessly.”</p>

<p>Pakistani screenwriter BeeGul said, “Television is a very important medium in my part of the world at least we do not have very established cinemas all we can watch in the world of entertainment is television. Almost 60% of the world has television sets and we always knew that television was a very powerful medium in Pakistan. That was the only medium to through which we could communicate with our audience and people. As a child when I was growing up, I watched a lot of television series and they definitely influenced my work and actually inspired me to write for the screen I would say!”</p>

<p>As for <em>The Pink Shirt</em>, it is a riveting take on modern-day relationships, their love, challenges, and struggles in a raw &amp; real way. The drama revolves around the journey of Sophia cast as Sajal Aly and Umer as Wahaj Ali being stuck in a toxic relationship with their respective partners Sameer and Sara and how they then discover an alluring intensity and embark on a transformative journey towards love that mends them as people.</p>

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Zindagi and Applause Entertainment’s latest project, The Pink Shirt saw its global premiere in Sydney, Australia. The 8-episode web series stars Pakistani superstars Sajal Aly and Wahaj Ali. The series had its world premiere at Sydney’s Palace Central Cinema as part of the festival’s screen lineup and was the only South Asian Web Series selected this year. The iconic film and culture festival left its home in Austin, United States for the first time for Sydney, bringing global stars and music legends to Sydney this week. A collection of Sydney’s media and social influencers gathered to view the first two episodes of the series, which was followed by a robust Q&A with director Kashif Nisar, writer Bee Gul, and producer Shailja Kejriwal. Chief Creative Officer (Special Projects) Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., Shailja Kejriwal said, “We're bringing lots of exciting content from Pakistan and bringing them into Indian homes, which I think has made a lot of difference in terms of how our neighbours are perceived by people in my country. Now we are meeting up with directors and writers, and the fact that we're sitting here is a testament to that. Going forward we really hope for a day when we can shoot in each other’s countries. When we did Zeefinity there were six top directors from India and some of the top directors from Pakistan as well and the wish that they wanted to project was that the borders should open and let the art flow seamlessly.” Pakistani screenwriter BeeGul said, “Television is a very important medium in my part of the world at least we do not have very established cinemas all we can watch in the world of entertainment is television. Almost 60% of the world has television sets and we always knew that television was a very powerful medium in Pakistan. That was the only medium to through which we could communicate with our audience and people. As a child when I was growing up, I watched a lot of television series and they definitely influenced my work and actually inspired me to write for the screen I would say!” As for The Pink Shirt, it is a riveting take on modern-day relationships, their love, challenges, and struggles in a raw & real way. The drama revolves around the journey of Sophia cast as Sajal Aly and Umer as Wahaj Ali being stuck in a toxic relationship with their respective partners Sameer and Sara and how they then discover an alluring intensity and embark on a transformative journey towards love that mends them as people. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>After an edgy season 1, <em>Duranga</em> will be back with yet another season and this time the makers promise an even more compelling storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seats. The show, featuring Amit Sadh, Drashti Dhami and Gulshan Devaiah as leading characters, tells the story of a troubled man who juggles between his past life and present and never lets the two ever meet as he hides a lot of secrets and starts getting crushed under all that baggage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to Amit Sadh who plays Sammit Patel in the OTT show that is streaming on ZEE5, we get under the skin of his mysterious character who stays in a coma for the entire first season but has plans of waking up and taking back his life from someone who is posing as Sammit.<em> Excerpts:&nbsp;</em></p>

<p><strong>WION:</strong> This character is complex and psychotic. Was it easy for you to switch off and get out of this character post the shoot?</p>

<p><strong>Amit Sadh:</strong> It's never easy to switch off from a character like Sammit Patel. I carried some of his traits with me, but I always make sure to detach myself from the character once the shoot is over. It's essential to maintain that separation for my mental well-being.</p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>Since <em>Duranga </em>season 1&nbsp;was a big hit, was there added pressure in terms of living up to the audience’s expectations?</p>

<p><strong>Amit Sadh:</strong> There was definitely added pressure to live up to the audience's expectations after the success of the first season. However, I believe we have worked hard to deliver an even better second season that will not disappoint. The pressure, in a way, motivates us to give our best.</p>

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<p><strong>WION:</strong> As someone who is closely associated with the show, how will <em>Duranga 2</em> stand out and why should the viewers watch the show?</p>

<p><strong>Amit Sadh:</strong> <em>Duranga </em>season 2<em> </em>will stand out because of its gripping storyline, powerful performances, and suspenseful narrative that keeps you guessing. It explores the darker aspects of human psychology, making it a must-watch for those who enjoy psychological thrillers.</p>

<p><em>Duranga </em>season 2 will stream on ZEE5 from October 24, 2023.&nbsp;Directed by Rohan Sippy, the psychological thriller will have eight episodes. It is&nbsp;produced by Rose Audio Visuals, spearheaded by Goldie Behl and stars Amit Sadh as Sammit Patel, Drashti Dhami as Ira Jaykar Patel, and Gulshan Devaiah as Abhishek Banne in lead roles. The show also features Abhijeet Khandkekar, Rajesh Khattar, and Barkha Bisht in pivotal roles.</p>

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After an edgy season 1, Duranga will be back with yet another season and this time the makers promise an even more compelling storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seats.

After an edgy season 1, Duranga will be back with yet another season and this time the makers promise an even more compelling storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seats. The show, featuring Amit Sadh, Drashti Dhami and Gulshan Devaiah as leading characters, tells the story of a troubled man who juggles between his past life and present and never lets the two ever meet as he hides a lot of secrets and starts getting crushed under all that baggage. Speaking to Amit Sadh who plays Sammit Patel in the OTT show that is streaming on ZEE5, we get under the skin of his mysterious character who stays in a coma for the entire first season but has plans of waking up and taking back his life from someone who is posing as Sammit. Excerpts: WION: This character is complex and psychotic. Was it easy for you to switch off and get out of this character post the shoot? Amit Sadh: It's never easy to switch off from a character like Sammit Patel. I carried some of his traits with me, but I always make sure to detach myself from the character once the shoot is over. It's essential to maintain that separation for my mental well-being. WION: Since Duranga season 1 was a big hit, was there added pressure in terms of living up to the audience’s expectations? Amit Sadh: There was definitely added pressure to live up to the audience's expectations after the success of the first season. However, I believe we have worked hard to deliver an even better second season that will not disappoint. The pressure, in a way, motivates us to give our best. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ZEE5 (@zee5) × WION: As someone who is closely associated with the show, how will Duranga 2 stand out and why should the viewers watch the show? Amit Sadh: Duranga season 2 will stand out because of its gripping storyline, powerful performances, and suspenseful narrative that keeps you guessing. It explores the darker aspects of human psychology, making it a must-watch for those who enjoy psychological thrillers. Duranga season 2 will stream on ZEE5 from October 24, 2023. Directed by Rohan Sippy, the psychological thriller will have eight episodes. It is produced by Rose Audio Visuals, spearheaded by Goldie Behl and stars Amit Sadh as Sammit Patel, Drashti Dhami as Ira Jaykar Patel, and Gulshan Devaiah as Abhishek Banne in lead roles. The show also features Abhijeet Khandkekar, Rajesh Khattar, and Barkha Bisht in pivotal roles. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, a security guard who was a part of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team has now flown back to his home country. He has returned to Israel to fight against Hamas. He decided to fly back home and join the IDF reserves after he saw the deadly attacks on Israeli citizens by Hamas. He left the United States after the first strikes took place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The news first broke as an Israeli journalist spotted the security guard fighting in the IDF. While the man was born in Kibbutz in Israel, he had been working in America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is not clear whether the security guard was employed by Swift or the tour stadium, or how closely he worked with the star.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement to Variety, Taylor Swift’s security guard said, “I got a pretty great life back in the US. I got an amazing dream job that I love, great friends that I call family and a very comfortable home. I didn’t HAVE to come here… But I could not stand on the sidelines while families were being slaughtered and burned alive in their homes!!! Just for being Jewish or for being Israelis.”</p>

<p>Meanwhile, he condemned the attack on Israel and said, “While one side is protecting babies, kids and the elderly, the other side is using those as human shields!!! It’ll be an insult to animals worldwide to call them ‘animals’ but those are not human beings. They killed and slaughtered families in their beds alongside family’s [sic] pets!!!! And then they burned the houses down!!!! Try to imagine that happening in your own neighbourhood, to your next-door neighbours or to a family you know.”</p>

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As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, a security guard who was a part of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team has now flown back to his home country. He has returned to Israel to fight against Hamas.

As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, a security guard who was a part of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team has now flown back to his home country. He has returned to Israel to fight against Hamas. He decided to fly back home and join the IDF reserves after he saw the deadly attacks on Israeli citizens by Hamas. He left the United States after the first strikes took place. The news first broke as an Israeli journalist spotted the security guard fighting in the IDF. While the man was born in Kibbutz in Israel, he had been working in America. It is not clear whether the security guard was employed by Swift or the tour stadium, or how closely he worked with the star. “thanks so much for coming” 🥹 pic.twitter.com/0Vjld6hhoE — marley 🩵 (@marleyharper) July 9, 2023 × In a statement to Variety, Taylor Swift’s security guard said, “I got a pretty great life back in the US. I got an amazing dream job that I love, great friends that I call family and a very comfortable home. I didn’t HAVE to come here… But I could not stand on the sidelines while families were being slaughtered and burned alive in their homes!!! Just for being Jewish or for being Israelis.” Meanwhile, he condemned the attack on Israel and said, “While one side is protecting babies, kids and the elderly, the other side is using those as human shields!!! It’ll be an insult to animals worldwide to call them ‘animals’ but those are not human beings. They killed and slaughtered families in their beds alongside family’s [sic] pets!!!! And then they burned the houses down!!!! Try to imagine that happening in your own neighbourhood, to your next-door neighbours or to a family you know.” “I’m not only standing here with Israel and actually standing here. I’m standing here with humanity. Don’t be on the wrong side of history!! Don’t stand on the sidelines and say nothing… Stand with Israel, stand with HUMANITY!!!!!” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Israel-Hamas war: Security guard with Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team joins Israel Army

<p>Gigi Hadid’s post has caught the attention of the State of Israel after she posted on the Israel-Hamas war on her social media profile. On Instagram, Gigi wrote, “There is nothing Jewish about the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians. Condemning the Israeli government is not antisemitic and supporting Palestinians is not supporting Hamas.”</p>

<p>In response, the State of Israel said, “Have you been sleeping the past week? Or are you just fine turning a blind eye to Jewish babies being butchered in their homes? Your silence has been very clear about where you stand. We see you.”</p>

<p>Then matching the graphic that Gigi shared on Instagram, the State of Israel shared, “There is nothing valiant about Hamas’ massacre of Israelis. Condemning Hamas for what it is (ISIS) is not anti-Palestine and supporting Israelis in their fight against barbaric terrorists is the right thing to do.”</p>

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<p>They again shared an image of a bloodied floor with children’s toys and wrote to Gigi Hadid: “If you don’t condemn this your words mean nothing.”</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/israel-hamas-war-security-guard-with-taylor-swifts-eras-tour-team-joins-israel-army-647777">Israel-Hamas war: Security guard with Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team joins Israel army</a></p>

<p>The Hadid sisters have always been vocal about their support for Palestine as they have their familial roots in the country. Last week, on Instagram, Gigi wrote a lengthy post asking for the occupation of Palestine to be over. She wrote, “My thoughts are with all those affected by this unjustifiable tragedy, and every day that innocent lives are taken by this conflict too many of which are children.”</p>

<p>“I have deep empathy and heartbreak for the Palestinian struggle and life under occupation, it’s a responsibility I hold daily. I also feel a responsibility to my Jewish friends to make it clear, as I have before: While I have hopes and dreams for Palestinians, none of them include the harm of a Jewish person. The terrorising of innocent people is not in alignment with and does not do any good for the ‘Free Palestine’ movement."</p>

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Gigi Hadid’s post has caught the attention of the State of Israel after she posted on the Israel-Hamas war on her social media profile. On Instagram, Gigi wrote, “There is nothing Jewish about the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians.

Gigi Hadid’s post has caught the attention of the State of Israel after she posted on the Israel-Hamas war on her social media profile. On Instagram, Gigi wrote, “There is nothing Jewish about the Israeli government’s treatment of Palestinians. Condemning the Israeli government is not antisemitic and supporting Palestinians is not supporting Hamas.” In response, the State of Israel said, “Have you been sleeping the past week? Or are you just fine turning a blind eye to Jewish babies being butchered in their homes? Your silence has been very clear about where you stand. We see you.” Then matching the graphic that Gigi shared on Instagram, the State of Israel shared, “There is nothing valiant about Hamas’ massacre of Israelis. Condemning Hamas for what it is (ISIS) is not anti-Palestine and supporting Israelis in their fight against barbaric terrorists is the right thing to do.” They again shared an image of a bloodied floor with children’s toys and wrote to Gigi Hadid: “If you don’t condemn this your words mean nothing.” Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Security guard with Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour team joins Israel army The Hadid sisters have always been vocal about their support for Palestine as they have their familial roots in the country. Last week, on Instagram, Gigi wrote a lengthy post asking for the occupation of Palestine to be over. She wrote, “My thoughts are with all those affected by this unjustifiable tragedy, and every day that innocent lives are taken by this conflict too many of which are children.” “I have deep empathy and heartbreak for the Palestinian struggle and life under occupation, it’s a responsibility I hold daily. I also feel a responsibility to my Jewish friends to make it clear, as I have before: While I have hopes and dreams for Palestinians, none of them include the harm of a Jewish person. The terrorising of innocent people is not in alignment with and does not do any good for the ‘Free Palestine’ movement." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gigi Hadid (@gigihadid) × “If you are hurting, as I share my condolences today with my loved ones, both Palestinian and Jewish, I’m sending you my love & strength whoever and wherever you are. There are a lot of complex, personal, and valid feelings, but every human deserves basic rights, treatment, and security; no matter their nationality, religion, ethnicity, or where they were born. I know my words will never be enough or heal the deep wounds of So many, but I pray for the safety of innocent lives, always.” Also read: Fauda actor Rona-Lee Shimon condemns Hamas' attack, says 'will do everything' for Israel WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>With the world getting divided over the recent Israel-Hamas conflict, a group of 22 writers is calling out the Writers Guild of America union for not issuing any statement on the issue. These Hollywood writers penned an open letter asking for WGA’s stance on the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-israel-hamas-war-biden-says-israeli-occupation-of-gaza-would-be-big-mistake-647308"> Israel-Hamas war situation.</a> The writers asked the organisation to condemn the attack on Israel that proved lethal for the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>SAG-AFTRA and the Directors Guild of America each issued statements last week condemning the attack. The writers' group, including Eli Roth, Mike Weiss, Amy Chozick, Ellen Rapoport and Seth Fisher issued the letter stating that&nbsp;the WGA had not made a similar statement. They said that while the Writers Guild of America issued statements in support of Black Lives Matter and the #MeToo movement, they were yet to stand in support of the people of Israel.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What they wrote in the open letter</strong></h2>

<p>In their letter, they wrote, “But when terrorists invaded Israel to murder, rape, and kidnap Jews… the Guild stayed silent. It remains the only major Hollywood union to do so.”</p>

<p>“The conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people is complex and full of nuance, but the crimes committed on October 7th were simple and cruel,” the letter states. “If we cannot stand up to call it what it is — a monstrous act of barbarity — then we have lost the plot.”</p>

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With the world getting divided over the recent Israel-Hamas conflict, a group of 22 writers is calling out the Writers Guild of America union for not issuing any statement on the issue.

With the world getting divided over the recent Israel-Hamas conflict, a group of 22 writers is calling out the Writers Guild of America union for not issuing any statement on the issue. These Hollywood writers penned an open letter asking for WGA’s stance on the Israel-Hamas war situation. The writers asked the organisation to condemn the attack on Israel that proved lethal for the country. SAG-AFTRA and the Directors Guild of America each issued statements last week condemning the attack. The writers' group, including Eli Roth, Mike Weiss, Amy Chozick, Ellen Rapoport and Seth Fisher issued the letter stating that the WGA had not made a similar statement. They said that while the Writers Guild of America issued statements in support of Black Lives Matter and the #MeToo movement, they were yet to stand in support of the people of Israel. Also read: Iranian director Dariush Mehrjui and wife stabbed to death What they wrote in the open letter In their letter, they wrote, “But when terrorists invaded Israel to murder, rape, and kidnap Jews… the Guild stayed silent. It remains the only major Hollywood union to do so.” “The conflict between Israel and the Palestinian people is complex and full of nuance, but the crimes committed on October 7th were simple and cruel,” the letter states. “If we cannot stand up to call it what it is — a monstrous act of barbarity — then we have lost the plot.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>When asked about dynamic duos in Malayalam cinema, the first pairing that immediately comes to mind&nbsp;is that of Prem Nazir-Adoor Bhasi. Following closely are the much-loved pairs of Mohanlal-Jagathy, Dileep-Harisree Ashokan, and Jayaram-Kalabhavan Mani, among others, known for their exceptional comedic timing and ability to generate uproarious laughter. Even among the new generation of actors, there are noteworthy combinations that Malayalee fans now eagerly wait to watch on the big screen.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Dulquer Salmaan - Sunny Wayne</strong><br />
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Known as Lalu and Kurudi - the monikers correspond to the roles portrayed by both actors in their debut film, <em>Second Show&nbsp;</em>(2012), Dulquer Salmaan and Sunny Wayne are considered as one of the lucky pairs in Malayalam cinema. Their onscreen chemistry was further solidified in <em>Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi</em>&nbsp;(2013). Dulquer also made a cameo appearance in Sunny's <em>Annmariya Kalippilaanu&nbsp;</em>(2016). The blockbuster success of Dulquer's <em>Kuruppu&nbsp;</em>(2021), in which Sunny played a significant role, cements their status as a highly successful and fortunate pairing in Malayalam cinema, boasting a flawless track record.</p>

<p><strong>Nivin Pauly- Aju Varghese</strong></p>

<p>They are not only friends on screen but also off-screen. Debuting together in Vineeth Sreenivasan's first film, <em>Malarvaadi Arts Club,&nbsp;</em>Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese form a notable duo in Malayalam cinema, delighting movie enthusiasts with their comedic chemistry. Their significant contributions include <em>Thattathin Marayathu&nbsp;</em>(2011), <em>Ohm Shanthi Osana&nbsp;</em>(2013), <em>Oru Vadakkan Selfie&nbsp;</em>(2014), <em>Jacobinte Swargarajyam</em>&nbsp;(2015), <em>Hey Jude&nbsp;</em>(2017), <em>Love Action Drama&nbsp;</em>(2019) and <em>Saturday Night </em>(2022). There's even a humorous saying in the film industry that Aju Varghese is Nivin's complimentary co-star in Vineeth Sreenivasan's films.</p>

<p><strong>&nbsp;Asif Ali - Sunny Wayne</strong></p>

<p>In Yoodlee Films' latest production, <em>Kasargold</em>(2023), Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne reunite on the big screen, building on their initial partnership in <em>Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal&nbsp;</em>back in 2014. The picturesque backdrop of the Lakshadweep Islands served as the setting for their first collaboration, where Asif's character, Alex, and Sunny's character, Akbar, left a lasting impression with their distinctive attitudes and mannerisms. Notably, their collaborations consistently feature characters at opposite ends of the emotional spectrum, with one typically bringing joviality to the screen while the other assumes a more serious role.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Fahadh Faasil - Soubin Shahir</strong></p>

<p>Soubin, who previously served as an assistant director to several prominent filmmakers, had his first significant acting opportunity in the Fahadh Faasil starrer <em>Annayum Rasoolum</em>&nbsp;(2012). Their collaboration garnered attention, especially following their successful pairing in the widely acclaimed <em>Maheshinte Prathikaram&nbsp;</em>with Fahadh in the titular role and Soubin's character, Crispin, earning recognition for its witty one-liners. However, it was<em> Kumbalangi Nights</em> (2019) that truly showcased their acting prowess. In this film, Fahadh portrayed a character with negative shades, while Soubin played the protagonist.&nbsp;</p>


When asked about dynamic duos in Malayalam cinema, the first pairing that immediately comes to mind is that of Prem Nazir-Adoor Bhasi. Following closely are the much-loved pairs of Mohanlal-Jagathy, Dileep-Harisree Ashokan, and Jayaram-Kalabhavan Mani, among others, known for their exceptional comedic timing and ability to generate uproarious laughter.

When asked about dynamic duos in Malayalam cinema, the first pairing that immediately comes to mind is that of Prem Nazir-Adoor Bhasi. Following closely are the much-loved pairs of Mohanlal-Jagathy, Dileep-Harisree Ashokan, and Jayaram-Kalabhavan Mani, among others, known for their exceptional comedic timing and ability to generate uproarious laughter. Even among the new generation of actors, there are noteworthy combinations that Malayalee fans now eagerly wait to watch on the big screen. Dulquer Salmaan - Sunny Wayne Known as Lalu and Kurudi - the monikers correspond to the roles portrayed by both actors in their debut film, Second Show (2012), Dulquer Salmaan and Sunny Wayne are considered as one of the lucky pairs in Malayalam cinema. Their onscreen chemistry was further solidified in Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi (2013). Dulquer also made a cameo appearance in Sunny's Annmariya Kalippilaanu (2016). The blockbuster success of Dulquer's Kuruppu (2021), in which Sunny played a significant role, cements their status as a highly successful and fortunate pairing in Malayalam cinema, boasting a flawless track record. Nivin Pauly- Aju Varghese They are not only friends on screen but also off-screen. Debuting together in Vineeth Sreenivasan's first film, Malarvaadi Arts Club, Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese form a notable duo in Malayalam cinema, delighting movie enthusiasts with their comedic chemistry. Their significant contributions include Thattathin Marayathu (2011), Ohm Shanthi Osana (2013), Oru Vadakkan Selfie (2014), Jacobinte Swargarajyam (2015), Hey Jude (2017), Love Action Drama (2019) and Saturday Night (2022). There's even a humorous saying in the film industry that Aju Varghese is Nivin's complimentary co-star in Vineeth Sreenivasan's films. Asif Ali - Sunny Wayne In Yoodlee Films' latest production, Kasargold(2023), Asif Ali and Sunny Wayne reunite on the big screen, building on their initial partnership in Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal back in 2014. The picturesque backdrop of the Lakshadweep Islands served as the setting for their first collaboration, where Asif's character, Alex, and Sunny's character, Akbar, left a lasting impression with their distinctive attitudes and mannerisms. Notably, their collaborations consistently feature characters at opposite ends of the emotional spectrum, with one typically bringing joviality to the screen while the other assumes a more serious role. Fahadh Faasil - Soubin Shahir Soubin, who previously served as an assistant director to several prominent filmmakers, had his first significant acting opportunity in the Fahadh Faasil starrer Annayum Rasoolum (2012). Their collaboration garnered attention, especially following their successful pairing in the widely acclaimed Maheshinte Prathikaram with Fahadh in the titular role and Soubin's character, Crispin, earning recognition for its witty one-liners. However, it was Kumbalangi Nights (2019) that truly showcased their acting prowess. In this film, Fahadh portrayed a character with negative shades, while Soubin played the protagonist.

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<p>Big news for fans of Korean singer Seo Soo-Jin as she is ready to make her solo debut. Seo Soo-Jin was previously a member of the girl band (G)I-DLE.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The singer is ready to make her own mark after her contract with Cube Entertainment was terminated because of bullying allegations against her. In 2021, the Korean singer faced school violence and bullying accusations by a former schoolmate and actor Seo Shin Ae. Seo Soo-Jin has however maintained that she is innocent in all this. She has even taken her accusers to court on grounds of defamation but the case was later dismissed due to lack of evidence.</p>

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Big news for fans of Korean singer Seo Soo-Jin as she is ready to make her solo debut. Seo Soo-Jin was previously a member of the girl band (G)I-DLE. The singer is ready to make her own mark after her contract with Cube Entertainment was terminated because of bullying allegations against her.

Big news for fans of Korean singer Seo Soo-Jin as she is ready to make her solo debut. Seo Soo-Jin was previously a member of the girl band (G)I-DLE. The singer is ready to make her own mark after her contract with Cube Entertainment was terminated because of bullying allegations against her. In 2021, the Korean singer faced school violence and bullying accusations by a former schoolmate and actor Seo Shin Ae. Seo Soo-Jin has however maintained that she is innocent in all this. She has even taken her accusers to court on grounds of defamation but the case was later dismissed due to lack of evidence. #SOOJIN is now signed to BRD and will make her solo debut this month in October 🔗: https://t.co/OFsFQ8D6ka pic.twitter.com/eVTTquYLjX — (G)I-DLE Charts (@idlecharts) October 16, 2023 × As for her solo career, she has reportedly signed a contract with BRD Communications. She has been preparing for her solo debut this month. Meanwhile, her former band, (G)I-DLE reorganised into a five-member group and released popular hits like “Tomboy”, “Nude”, and “Queen Car”. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>In the world of culinary arts, age has never been a barrier and <em>MasterChef India</em> on Sony LIV is here to prove that it is never too early or late to pick up on your passion. This season will witness the journeys of two contestants from Bangalore – Harish Closepet and Kenneth G – who will not only break stereotypes but also bridge generations in the MasterChef India kitchen.</p>

<p>Harish Closepet, fondly known as Harry, is a 58-year-old entrepreneur whose culinary prowess knows no bounds. Formerly a civil engineer, Harry’s passion for cooking began in Singapore, where he would experiment with Indian flavours to get rid of homesickness. His experiments have garnered him close to a whopping 500k Instagram followers.</p>

<p>Another such story is that of Kenneth G, an 18-year-old prodigy. Despite being a law student, Kenny’s heart beats for the art of cooking. From mastering basic dishes at the age of 6 to winning cooking competitions in school, he is a culinary talent to reckon with for the youth. Harry and Kenny’s presence in the kitchen is a reminder that passion, creativity, and skills are universal languages that transcend age barriers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Chef Pooja Dhingra, one of the judges for <em>MasterChef India</em>, echoes this sentiment. Reflecting on her own journey, she stated, “I started young as a pastry chef, and age was never a hindrance for me. I genuinely resonate with Kenny’s journey in <em>MasterChef India</em>. I was a law student, too, before I decided to quit law and pursue hospitality and management at César Ritz School in Switzerland and the rest is history. In fact, when I opened my first store in 2010, I was in my early 20s. I truly believe that just like cooking has no boundaries, passion knows no age limits. What matters most is the dedication and love you pour into your craft.”</p>

<p>With Chefs Vikas Khanna, Chef Ranveer Brar and Chef Pooja Dhingra lighting the way, twelve contestants will go hammer and tongs to win the coveted title of <em>MasterChef India. MasterChef India</em> new season will stream exclusively on Sony LIV, starting October 16, 2023 at 8 pm.&nbsp;</p>

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In the world of culinary arts, age has never been a barrier and MasterChef India on Sony LIV is here to prove that it is never too early or late to pick up on your passion.

In the world of culinary arts, age has never been a barrier and MasterChef India on Sony LIV is here to prove that it is never too early or late to pick up on your passion. This season will witness the journeys of two contestants from Bangalore – Harish Closepet and Kenneth G – who will not only break stereotypes but also bridge generations in the MasterChef India kitchen. Harish Closepet, fondly known as Harry, is a 58-year-old entrepreneur whose culinary prowess knows no bounds. Formerly a civil engineer, Harry’s passion for cooking began in Singapore, where he would experiment with Indian flavours to get rid of homesickness. His experiments have garnered him close to a whopping 500k Instagram followers. Another such story is that of Kenneth G, an 18-year-old prodigy. Despite being a law student, Kenny’s heart beats for the art of cooking. From mastering basic dishes at the age of 6 to winning cooking competitions in school, he is a culinary talent to reckon with for the youth. Harry and Kenny’s presence in the kitchen is a reminder that passion, creativity, and skills are universal languages that transcend age barriers. Chef Pooja Dhingra, one of the judges for MasterChef India, echoes this sentiment. Reflecting on her own journey, she stated, “I started young as a pastry chef, and age was never a hindrance for me. I genuinely resonate with Kenny’s journey in MasterChef India. I was a law student, too, before I decided to quit law and pursue hospitality and management at César Ritz School in Switzerland and the rest is history. In fact, when I opened my first store in 2010, I was in my early 20s. I truly believe that just like cooking has no boundaries, passion knows no age limits. What matters most is the dedication and love you pour into your craft.” With Chefs Vikas Khanna, Chef Ranveer Brar and Chef Pooja Dhingra lighting the way, twelve contestants will go hammer and tongs to win the coveted title of MasterChef India. MasterChef India new season will stream exclusively on Sony LIV, starting October 16, 2023 at 8 pm. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>One of the biggest names in the Iranian film industry, Dariush Mehrjui and his wife were found dead in their home. Iranian authorities claimed that the 83-year-old filmmaker and wife Vahideh Mohammadifar were found with stab injuries in their home.</p>

<p>Considered a veteran, Dariush Mehrjui was considered one of the founders of Iranian new-wave cinema.</p>

<p>According to various local reports from Tehran, four people have been identified in connection to the deaths. According to Chief Justice Hossein Fazeli, Mehrjui had invited his daughter to come over to his home for dinner on Saturday night. When she arrived, she was said to have found the bodies of her parents.</p>

<p>Soon after the news of their death surfaced, industry peers including Iranian actor and director Houman Seyedi took to social media to react to the killings. He called their deaths "terrible and brutal".</p>

<h2><strong>Dariush Mehrjui's acclaimed works</strong></h2>

<p>As for work, Dariush Mehrjui rose to fame with his 1969 film <em>The Cow,</em> which tells the story of a villager's obsession with the titular animal. His other most notable films include <em>Hamoun, The Pear Tree and Leila</em> - the latter about an infertile woman who encourages her husband to marry for a second time.</p>

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One of the biggest names in the Iranian film industry, Dariush Mehrjui and his wife were found dead in their home. Iranian authorities claimed that the 83-year-old filmmaker and wife Vahideh Mohammadifar were found with stab injuries in their home.

One of the biggest names in the Iranian film industry, Dariush Mehrjui and his wife were found dead in their home. Iranian authorities claimed that the 83-year-old filmmaker and wife Vahideh Mohammadifar were found with stab injuries in their home. Considered a veteran, Dariush Mehrjui was considered one of the founders of Iranian new-wave cinema. According to various local reports from Tehran, four people have been identified in connection to the deaths. According to Chief Justice Hossein Fazeli, Mehrjui had invited his daughter to come over to his home for dinner on Saturday night. When she arrived, she was said to have found the bodies of her parents. Soon after the news of their death surfaced, industry peers including Iranian actor and director Houman Seyedi took to social media to react to the killings. He called their deaths "terrible and brutal". Dariush Mehrjui's acclaimed works As for work, Dariush Mehrjui rose to fame with his 1969 film The Cow, which tells the story of a villager's obsession with the titular animal. His other most notable films include Hamoun, The Pear Tree and Leila - the latter about an infertile woman who encourages her husband to marry for a second time. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Iranian director Dariush Mehrjui and wife stabbed to death

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