<p>France's prestigious Michelin Guide is among the world's most influential references on gourmet dining, its star ratings highly coveted and sometimes controversial.</p>

<p>Ahead of the publication of its 2022 edition on Tuesday, here is some background.</p>

<p>- More than 120 years old -</p>

<p>French tyre manufacturer Michelin brought out a travel guide in 1900, the early days of the automobile, to encourage motorists to take to the road and so boost its business.</p>

<p>The free, red guidebook included maps, instructions on how to change tyres and lists of mechanics and hotels along the route.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The first run of 35,000 copies was such a success that guides for Belgium, Germany, Portugal and Spain followed.</p>

<p>In 2021, in a small revolution, an edition was published for those wanting to discover France by regional train, rather than by car.</p>

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<p>- Star rating -</p>

<p>The guide included restaurant listings from 1920, when it started charging for the publication. It began sending out undercover inspectors, and from the early 1930s introduced its famous star ratings.</p>

<p>Michelin says it issues up to three stars based on the quality of the ingredients used; mastery of flavour and cooking techniques; the personality of the chef in his cuisine; value for money; and consistency between visits.</p>

<p>One star indicates "High quality cooking, worth a stop"; two stars is for "Excellent cooking, worth a detour"; and three rates "Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey".</p>

<p>Of about 20,000 international restaurants listed, only around 130 have attained the highest distinction.</p>

<p>In 2021, the Guide was criticised for keeping its selection in France going, despite the fact that restaurants were closed due to the Covid pandemic. Its competitors had decided to cancel their awards.</p>

<p>- Michelin goes global -</p>

<p>In 2005, the Michelin Guide branched out of Europe with a New York guide, followed in 2007 by editions for San Francisco then Las Vegas and Los Angeles.</p>

<p>It moved to Asia with a Tokyo version in 2008 when 90,000 copies, in English and Japanese, flew off the shelves in 48 hours.</p>

<p>Michelin published its first Shanghai guide in 2016 and today there are versions for several Asian cities, with Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo also covered.</p>

<p>Having long been criticised as biased towards formal dining, the guide in 2016 awarded a star to a Singapore street food outlet known for a braised chicken dish.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A famed Tokyo sushi restaurant, where Barack Obama is said to have enjoyed the best sushi of his life, was meanwhile dropped in 2019 after it stopped accepting reservations from the general public.</p>

<p>- A lot of pressure -</p>

<p>A handful of French restaurateurs have relinquished their Michelin status because of the stress of being judged by its inspectors, including Joel Robuchon (1996), Alain Senderens (2005), Olivier Roellinger (2008) and Sebastien Bras (2017).</p>

<p>The suicide in 2003 of three-star chef Bernard Loiseau was linked, among other reasons, to hints that his restaurant was about to lose its three stars.</p>

<p>Star Swiss chef Benoit Violier took his life in 2016, a day ahead of the release of the Michelin Guide, although his restaurant maintained its three-star rating.</p>

<p>The guide was taken to court for the first time in 2019 when celebrity chef Marc Veyrat sued it for stripping one of his restaurants of a third star and suggesting -- wrongly, he insists -- that he had used cheddar cheese in a souffle.</p>

<p>His lawsuit was rejected.</p>


France's prestigious Michelin Guide is among the world's most influential references on gourmet dining, its star ratings highly coveted and sometimes controversial.

France's prestigious Michelin Guide is among the world's most influential references on gourmet dining, its star ratings highly coveted and sometimes controversial. Ahead of the publication of its 2022 edition on Tuesday, here is some background. - More than 120 years old - French tyre manufacturer Michelin brought out a travel guide in 1900, the early days of the automobile, to encourage motorists to take to the road and so boost its business. The free, red guidebook included maps, instructions on how to change tyres and lists of mechanics and hotels along the route. The first run of 35,000 copies was such a success that guides for Belgium, Germany, Portugal and Spain followed. In 2021, in a small revolution, an edition was published for those wanting to discover France by regional train, rather than by car. Paris Fashion Week 2022 in pictures: Serving us some fashion looks - Star rating - The guide included restaurant listings from 1920, when it started charging for the publication. It began sending out undercover inspectors, and from the early 1930s introduced its famous star ratings. Michelin says it issues up to three stars based on the quality of the ingredients used; mastery of flavour and cooking techniques; the personality of the chef in his cuisine; value for money; and consistency between visits. One star indicates "High quality cooking, worth a stop"; two stars is for "Excellent cooking, worth a detour"; and three rates "Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey". Of about 20,000 international restaurants listed, only around 130 have attained the highest distinction. In 2021, the Guide was criticised for keeping its selection in France going, despite the fact that restaurants were closed due to the Covid pandemic. Its competitors had decided to cancel their awards. - Michelin goes global - In 2005, the Michelin Guide branched out of Europe with a New York guide, followed in 2007 by editions for San Francisco then Las Vegas and Los Angeles. It moved to Asia with a Tokyo version in 2008 when 90,000 copies, in English and Japanese, flew off the shelves in 48 hours. Michelin published its first Shanghai guide in 2016 and today there are versions for several Asian cities, with Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo also covered. Having long been criticised as biased towards formal dining, the guide in 2016 awarded a star to a Singapore street food outlet known for a braised chicken dish. A famed Tokyo sushi restaurant, where Barack Obama is said to have enjoyed the best sushi of his life, was meanwhile dropped in 2019 after it stopped accepting reservations from the general public. - A lot of pressure - A handful of French restaurateurs have relinquished their Michelin status because of the stress of being judged by its inspectors, including Joel Robuchon (1996), Alain Senderens (2005), Olivier Roellinger (2008) and Sebastien Bras (2017). The suicide in 2003 of three-star chef Bernard Loiseau was linked, among other reasons, to hints that his restaurant was about to lose its three stars. Star Swiss chef Benoit Violier took his life in 2016, a day ahead of the release of the Michelin Guide, although his restaurant maintained its three-star rating. The guide was taken to court for the first time in 2019 when celebrity chef Marc Veyrat sued it for stripping one of his restaurants of a third star and suggesting -- wrongly, he insists -- that he had used cheddar cheese in a souffle. His lawsuit was rejected.

France's Michelin, the go-to guide on fine dining

<p>"The Batman" continued swinging from the rooftops this weekend, taking in an estimated box-office-leading $36.8 million in North American theaters while performing strongly overseas, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.</p>

<p>The dark and gritty superhero film from Warner Bros., starring Robert Pattinson in the title role, has passed the $300 million mark domestically in just three weeks, while nearly doubling that figure overseas, with $598 million.</p>

<p>In second place for the Friday-through-Sunday period was another dark film, the fantasy animation "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" from Crunchyroll/Funimation (95 percent owned by Sony Pictures). It tells the story of a young student who becomes a sorcerer and battles a cursed spirit.</p>

<p>Already hugely popular in Japan, it took in $17.7 million in North American theaters, which David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research called "a terrific opening" for a rare anime in wide release.</p>

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<p>The third spot went to Sony's "Uncharted," at $8 million. Tom Holland plays an Indiana Jones-style treasure hunter.</p>

<p>In fourth was another new release, a slasher film from indie studio A24 simply titled "X," at $4.4 million. While that total was relatively modest, Gross said, "Horror is not expensive to make" and "X," which has enjoyed good reviews, "should recover its costs and make a few dollars."</p>

<p>And in fifth place was Metro Goldwyn Mayer's road-trip comedy "Dog," at $4.1 million. It stars Channing Tatum.</p>

<p>Rounding out the top 10 were:</p>

<p>"Spider-Man: No Way Home" ($3.2 million)</p>

<p>"Death on the Nile" ($1.7 million)</p>

<p>"The Outfit" ($1.5 million)</p>

<p>"The Kashmir Files" ($1.5 million)</p>

<p>"Sing 2" ($1.5 million)</p>


"The Batman" continued swinging from the rooftops this weekend, taking in an estimated box-office-leading $36.8 million in North American theaters while performing strongly overseas, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.

"The Batman" continued swinging from the rooftops this weekend, taking in an estimated box-office-leading $36.8 million in North American theaters while performing strongly overseas, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. The dark and gritty superhero film from Warner Bros., starring Robert Pattinson in the title role, has passed the $300 million mark domestically in just three weeks, while nearly doubling that figure overseas, with $598 million. In second place for the Friday-through-Sunday period was another dark film, the fantasy animation "Jujutsu Kaisen 0" from Crunchyroll/Funimation (95 percent owned by Sony Pictures). It tells the story of a young student who becomes a sorcerer and battles a cursed spirit. Already hugely popular in Japan, it took in $17.7 million in North American theaters, which David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research called "a terrific opening" for a rare anime in wide release. Also read: 'Loki' star Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton are engaged The third spot went to Sony's "Uncharted," at $8 million. Tom Holland plays an Indiana Jones-style treasure hunter. In fourth was another new release, a slasher film from indie studio A24 simply titled "X," at $4.4 million. While that total was relatively modest, Gross said, "Horror is not expensive to make" and "X," which has enjoyed good reviews, "should recover its costs and make a few dollars." And in fifth place was Metro Goldwyn Mayer's road-trip comedy "Dog," at $4.1 million. It stars Channing Tatum. Rounding out the top 10 were: "Spider-Man: No Way Home" ($3.2 million) "Death on the Nile" ($1.7 million) "The Outfit" ($1.5 million) "The Kashmir Files" ($1.5 million) "Sing 2" ($1.5 million)

'Batman' swings high, again topping N.America box office

<p>We will soon be seeing ‘Emily in Paris’ actress Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu in Netflix’s popular show ‘The Crown’ as the makers ready the project for its forthcoming season release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Playing Sylvie Grateu in Emily in Paris, the actress will be seen in a new role in season five of The Crown.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'The Crown' will next focus on tumultuous events in the 1990s, when the headlines were dominated by the collapsing marriages of three of the Queen’s four children, and even a fire at Windsor Castle. There’s going to be more drama and scandal that rocked the British crown during that time.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Speaking on her role in The Crown, Philippine said, “It was a very small thing but it was a lot of fun and I was so, so happy to be in it. Every episode is like a little film on its own. It’s crazily well written.”</p>

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<p>Among other new names added to the cast of The Crown season five are Imelda Staunton taking over from Olivia Colman as the Queen, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip and Jonny Lee Miller as British Prime Minister John Major.</p>


We will soon be seeing ‘Emily in Paris’ actress Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu in Netflix’s popular show ‘The Crown’ as the makers ready the project for its forthcoming season release.

We will soon be seeing ‘Emily in Paris’ actress Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu in Netflix’s popular show ‘The Crown’ as the makers ready the project for its forthcoming season release. Playing Sylvie Grateu in Emily in Paris, the actress will be seen in a new role in season five of The Crown. 'The Crown' will next focus on tumultuous events in the 1990s, when the headlines were dominated by the collapsing marriages of three of the Queen’s four children, and even a fire at Windsor Castle. There’s going to be more drama and scandal that rocked the British crown during that time. Johnny Depp, Amber Heard's $100 million battle: Elon Musk, Paul Bettany on witness list Speaking on her role in The Crown, Philippine said, “It was a very small thing but it was a lot of fun and I was so, so happy to be in it. Every episode is like a little film on its own. It’s crazily well written.” Simon Rex declined $70,000 bribe by UK tabloids to say he slept with Meghan Markle Among other new names added to the cast of The Crown season five are Imelda Staunton taking over from Olivia Colman as the Queen, Dominic West as Prince Charles, Elizabeth Debicki as Princess Diana, Jonathan Pryce as Prince Philip and Jonny Lee Miller as British Prime Minister John Major.

'Emily in Paris' actress cast in Netflix's 'The Crown' season 5

<p>‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ sequel will return to film in Australia later this year.</p>

<p>It is expected to film at Gold Coast and other locations in Southeast Queensland state.</p>

<p>Previously, ‘Godzilla vs Kong’ filmed on the Gold Coast in 2019, while ‘Kong: Skull Island’ filmed in the state in 2016.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
For the same, the sequel film will get $11.8 million via the Australian federal government’s A$540 million ($399 million) Location Incentive Program. A further $4.66 million of subsidy will come from the state screen agency Screen Queensland and its Production Attraction Strategy.</p>

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<p>Reportedly, they aim to generate more than $88 million via this film production. It hopes to employ more than 500 local cast and crew and use more than 750 extras.</p>

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<p>The producer of the film Eric McLeod said, “The highly skilled crews, first-rate facilities, and unique locations make filming in Australia a great experience. The support from both the federal government as well as Queensland has always been critical to our success in achieving a high level of filmmaking and an unparalleled audience experience.”</p>


‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ sequel will return to film in Australia later this year. It is expected to film at Gold Coast and other locations in Southeast Queensland state.

‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ sequel will return to film in Australia later this year. It is expected to film at Gold Coast and other locations in Southeast Queensland state. Previously, ‘Godzilla vs Kong’ filmed on the Gold Coast in 2019, while ‘Kong: Skull Island’ filmed in the state in 2016. For the same, the sequel film will get $11.8 million via the Australian federal government’s A$540 million ($399 million) Location Incentive Program. A further $4.66 million of subsidy will come from the state screen agency Screen Queensland and its Production Attraction Strategy. Evan Rachel Wood backs petition to remove Marilyn Manson's music video in which she was sexually abused Reportedly, they aim to generate more than $88 million via this film production. It hopes to employ more than 500 local cast and crew and use more than 750 extras. Daddy Yankee announces retirement from music with farewell tour The producer of the film Eric McLeod said, “The highly skilled crews, first-rate facilities, and unique locations make filming in Australia a great experience. The support from both the federal government as well as Queensland has always been critical to our success in achieving a high level of filmmaking and an unparalleled audience experience.”

'Godzilla vs Kong' sequel to film in Australia

<p>Innovation is key in keeping traditions alive and Savitha Sastry is doing just that. A classical dancer, precisely a Bharatnatyam dance exponent alongwith partner AK Srikanth have been working towards keeping the charm of the classical form of dance alive in spirit, much beyond those who actively learn the art form. With their new Bharatnatyam dance production ‘Beyond the Rains’, the film, written like a Japanese poem, portrays the emotion of love as understood by a retired old dancer struck by senility, who lives in her memories, and a young girl who is looking to the future alone.</p>

<p>Choreographed by Savitha, Beyond the Rains helps us understand the state of the popular Indian classical dance form in a simpleton manner. Speaking about her vision, Savitha tells WION about bridging the gap between the youth and traditions that make up India’s rich cultural heritage.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Read the excerpts of the chat here:</em></p>

<p><strong>WION: What is ‘Beyond the Rains’?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha: </strong>‘Beyond the Rains’ is based on a short story by AK Srikanth (also the Director of the film), titled ‘The Girl in the Bubble’. The theme behind the story is to juxtapose the concept of love as seen and understood by someone from an older generation, and someone from today’s youth. It also goes in depth on the concept of living a life that has experienced unrequited love – and how that love can be held as a beautiful memory rather than something to be bitter about. Director Srikanth wanted a film that has the sensitivity of ‘a dew drop about to fall from a leaf’, and it is this vision that translates into a sensitive and quiet film that nevertheless has an impact on the viewer that is unforgettable.</p>

<p><strong>WION: How does rain feature in the production language? What is its relevance?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha:</strong> On one level, the film draws its inspiration from a Haiku – a Japanese poetry format that often uses nature to deliver a gentle effect on its readers. This story is structured like a Haiku, in that it has three parts, and the rains add to the beautiful and yet wistful atmosphere of the protagonist’s state of mind. The story keeps fluctuating between the past and the present – the past where the protagonist meets with the love of her life in the season of rains, and the present where an old lady now on a wheelchair, holds onto the memories from many rains ago.</p>

<p><img alt="savitha" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="102f23e5-8455-4c60-aa14-0bd44b05992a" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New-139.jpg" /></p>

<p><strong>WION: You dance on relatable stories. Are the stories inspired from your life?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha: </strong>All the stories that I have performed are the works of my husband AK Srikanth. And yes, the stories he writes are usually drawn from his own experiences in life, though dramatised for effect in our films. While it may be almost impossible to figure out who he refers to, as he mixes up events and people in his stories, the core of it is always based on a true occurrence, and I think that is what makes his stories relatable.</p>

<p><strong>WION: What has your experience been like being one of the first movers to the digital arena in<br />
the classical dance industry?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha: </strong>The primary goal of my stage productions, and later my short films, was to popularise Indian classical arts amongst those uninitiated or disinterested in the art. Until 2017, I mostly did stage performances, but given the limitation of an auditorium capacity and the number of shows I could do, it still meant my reach was restricted. The decision to go digital came about because of the undeniable reach of the medium – the audiences that could watch my show in a year, that number I now get in the first hour of my film’s release.</p>

<p>On the flip side, given the easy access of digital – I now see semi-trained young people put up short dance clips to gain short term fame by counting likes on their video and assuming that to be the measure of their prowess. Therefore to unearth some truly good content, one has to mine hours of uploads that do not do justice to what classical arts is truly about. There is no substitute to diligence in the classical arena and it takes decades to become a good dancer. The ease of filming something and putting it up online distracts students from concentrating on their technique. So in a nutshell, I think the digital arena can be a powerful tool of reach, but can also lend a fake sense of achievement. The power of digital, just as the power of any technology, lies in the hands of an intelligent user.</p>

<p><img alt="savitha" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="cf864b83-89a8-435e-9f6a-ccfe7932a1e6" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New-140.jpg" /></p>

<p><strong>WION: Since you have tasted success with the birth of a new medium – the OTT, how do you feel about the rise of such digital platforms as an artist?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha:</strong> I think it is wonderful seeing these multitudes of entertainment options blossoming. We are seeing some wonderful and innovative content being made for these platforms, perhaps far higher in quality than the serials we were accustomed to in the past. Some wonderful filmmakers and artists have come to the public eye because of these platforms. Yes, certain films are best enjoyed on big screen and by that logic I think both OTT and big screens will coexist to give the viewers a treat in all formats. This is an exciting time to be in the entertainment industry!</p>

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<p><strong>WION: But how relevant is the classical dance form in today’s age when the youth is easily distracted with a lot more?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha:</strong> Classical art can never lose its relevance but yes, multitudes of options can distract the youth. However, the youth is intelligent enough to understand and appreciate the beauty of classical dance if it is presented to them in a format that does not bore them and that onus is on us, the classical dancers.</p>

<p><strong>WION: Since you agree that there’s no dearth of exposure to the youth, how have the classical dance forms evangelised for greater acceptance. Have you been successful for one?</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha:</strong> Traditionally, classical dance tends to be performed based on stories from mythology and religion. Repetitive content and unfamiliarity with the codification that goes into the dance makes it a difficult option for those that are not truly into the art form. Evangelising the art form would mean presenting different content in an interesting format, without compromising on the techniques of the dance form. This has been my endeavour since 2008 when I experimented with my first such production – ‘Music Within’ – which presented the history of music through a deaf and dumb protagonist. Whether I have been successful is not for me to say, but 12 productions, 14 countries, 100 plus shows, and millions of views later, I would like to think that I have been able to put forward a point!</p>

<p><img alt="savitha" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="b0cc8b16-c0e2-4207-98ea-65864af5e6f4" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New-138_2.jpg" /></p>

<p><strong>WION: Great, so what’s next in the pipeline?&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><strong>Savitha: </strong>Our next project is titled ‘Dvija: The Story of the Twice-Born’, which is currently under production. I am also occupied with the Gurukula, the immersive in-person learning program I have devised for the handful of students that are able to live with us, and learn the art form in all its dimensions.</p>

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Innovation is key in keeping traditions alive and Savitha Sastry is doing just that. A classical dancer, precisely a Bharatnatyam dance exponent alongwith partner AK Srikanth have been working towards keeping the charm of the classical form of dance alive in spirit, much beyond those who actively learn the art form.

Innovation is key in keeping traditions alive and Savitha Sastry is doing just that. A classical dancer, precisely a Bharatnatyam dance exponent alongwith partner AK Srikanth have been working towards keeping the charm of the classical form of dance alive in spirit, much beyond those who actively learn the art form. With their new Bharatnatyam dance production ‘Beyond the Rains’, the film, written like a Japanese poem, portrays the emotion of love as understood by a retired old dancer struck by senility, who lives in her memories, and a young girl who is looking to the future alone. Choreographed by Savitha, Beyond the Rains helps us understand the state of the popular Indian classical dance form in a simpleton manner. Speaking about her vision, Savitha tells WION about bridging the gap between the youth and traditions that make up India’s rich cultural heritage. Read the excerpts of the chat here: WION: What is ‘Beyond the Rains’? Savitha: ‘Beyond the Rains’ is based on a short story by AK Srikanth (also the Director of the film), titled ‘The Girl in the Bubble’. The theme behind the story is to juxtapose the concept of love as seen and understood by someone from an older generation, and someone from today’s youth. It also goes in depth on the concept of living a life that has experienced unrequited love – and how that love can be held as a beautiful memory rather than something to be bitter about. Director Srikanth wanted a film that has the sensitivity of ‘a dew drop about to fall from a leaf’, and it is this vision that translates into a sensitive and quiet film that nevertheless has an impact on the viewer that is unforgettable. WION: How does rain feature in the production language? What is its relevance? Savitha: On one level, the film draws its inspiration from a Haiku – a Japanese poetry format that often uses nature to deliver a gentle effect on its readers. This story is structured like a Haiku, in that it has three parts, and the rains add to the beautiful and yet wistful atmosphere of the protagonist’s state of mind. The story keeps fluctuating between the past and the present – the past where the protagonist meets with the love of her life in the season of rains, and the present where an old lady now on a wheelchair, holds onto the memories from many rains ago. WION: You dance on relatable stories. Are the stories inspired from your life? Savitha: All the stories that I have performed are the works of my husband AK Srikanth. And yes, the stories he writes are usually drawn from his own experiences in life, though dramatised for effect in our films. While it may be almost impossible to figure out who he refers to, as he mixes up events and people in his stories, the core of it is always based on a true occurrence, and I think that is what makes his stories relatable. WION: What has your experience been like being one of the first movers to the digital arena in the classical dance industry? Savitha: The primary goal of my stage productions, and later my short films, was to popularise Indian classical arts amongst those uninitiated or disinterested in the art. Until 2017, I mostly did stage performances, but given the limitation of an auditorium capacity and the number of shows I could do, it still meant my reach was restricted. The decision to go digital came about because of the undeniable reach of the medium – the audiences that could watch my show in a year, that number I now get in the first hour of my film’s release. On the flip side, given the easy access of digital – I now see semi-trained young people put up short dance clips to gain short term fame by counting likes on their video and assuming that to be the measure of their prowess. Therefore to unearth some truly good content, one has to mine hours of uploads that do not do justice to what classical arts is truly about. There is no substitute to diligence in the classical arena and it takes decades to become a good dancer. The ease of filming something and putting it up online distracts students from concentrating on their technique. So in a nutshell, I think the digital arena can be a powerful tool of reach, but can also lend a fake sense of achievement. The power of digital, just as the power of any technology, lies in the hands of an intelligent user. WION: Since you have tasted success with the birth of a new medium – the OTT, how do you feel about the rise of such digital platforms as an artist? Savitha: I think it is wonderful seeing these multitudes of entertainment options blossoming. We are seeing some wonderful and innovative content being made for these platforms, perhaps far higher in quality than the serials we were accustomed to in the past. Some wonderful filmmakers and artists have come to the public eye because of these platforms. Yes, certain films are best enjoyed on big screen and by that logic I think both OTT and big screens will coexist to give the viewers a treat in all formats. This is an exciting time to be in the entertainment industry! Why we dream about past loves WION: But how relevant is the classical dance form in today’s age when the youth is easily distracted with a lot more? Savitha: Classical art can never lose its relevance but yes, multitudes of options can distract the youth. However, the youth is intelligent enough to understand and appreciate the beauty of classical dance if it is presented to them in a format that does not bore them and that onus is on us, the classical dancers. WION: Since you agree that there’s no dearth of exposure to the youth, how have the classical dance forms evangelised for greater acceptance. Have you been successful for one? Savitha: Traditionally, classical dance tends to be performed based on stories from mythology and religion. Repetitive content and unfamiliarity with the codification that goes into the dance makes it a difficult option for those that are not truly into the art form. Evangelising the art form would mean presenting different content in an interesting format, without compromising on the techniques of the dance form. This has been my endeavour since 2008 when I experimented with my first such production – ‘Music Within’ – which presented the history of music through a deaf and dumb protagonist. Whether I have been successful is not for me to say, but 12 productions, 14 countries, 100 plus shows, and millions of views later, I would like to think that I have been able to put forward a point! WION: Great, so what’s next in the pipeline? Savitha: Our next project is titled ‘Dvija: The Story of the Twice-Born’, which is currently under production. I am also occupied with the Gurukula, the immersive in-person learning program I have devised for the handful of students that are able to live with us, and learn the art form in all its dimensions. Asha Parekh proves that she is an evergreen diva with this new magazine cover, see pics

Reinventing Bharatnatyam, one film at a time: Savitha Sastry and her vision for the classical art form

Ananya Panday turned up the heat at Apoorva Mehta’s star-studded birthday bash hosted by Karan Johar. She came dressed in a see-through embellished ensemble. The dress was by Aadnevik that had a fitted bodice.

Ananya Panday turned up the heat at Apoorva Mehta’s star-studded birthday bash hosted by Karan Johar. She came dressed in a see-through embellished ensemble. The dress was by Aadnevik that had a fitted bodice. It featured a mesh overlay draped over the ensemble. The dress had a plunging neckline, figure-hugging boning done on the bodice, a textured leather belt to cinch the waist, high-waisted bottoms attached inside the dress, cut-out detail on the back, and shimmering embellishments adorned all over in geometric patterns. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ananya 💛💫 (@ananyapanday) × Celebrity stylist Tanya Ghavri styled the star's look for Apoorva Mehta's birthday. From Rekha to Deepika Padukone, six iconic Holi outfits from Bollywood movies View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × The event was attended by many celebrities including Katrina Kaif and husband Vicky Kaushal, Rakul Preet Singh, Alia Bhatt, Kajol, Gauri Khan and many others. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) × How Alia Bhatt has evolved as an actor through her movies On the work front, Ananya Panday was last seen in ‘Gehraiyaan’ with Deepika Padukone, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Dhairya Karwa.

In pics: Ananya Panday stuns in black dress at Apoorva Mehta's birthday bash

<p>We can’t believe our luck as Daniel Radcliffe confirms that there is a possibility of him reprising his role as Harry Potter in some future film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said that while he’s not interested to play the role “right now” but there could be a time when he returns to the film and the beloved character that gave his instant fame as a child actor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Daniel said, “I’m never going to say never. The Star Wars guys had like 30, 40 years before they went back. For me, it’s only been 10. It’s not something I’m really interested in doing right now.”</p>

<p>Radcliffe made the comment in a joint interview with his ‘The Lost City’ co-stars Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum. The question of a return to the iconic Harry Potter role was fueled by a comment Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone director Chris Columbus made earlier that he’d be interested in making a film adaptation of the Broadway play.</p>


We can’t believe our luck as Daniel Radcliffe confirms that there is a possibility of him reprising his role as Harry Potter in some future film. He said that while he’s not interested to play the role “right now” but there could be a time when he returns to the film and the beloved character that gave his instant fame as a child actor.

We can’t believe our luck as Daniel Radcliffe confirms that there is a possibility of him reprising his role as Harry Potter in some future film. He said that while he’s not interested to play the role “right now” but there could be a time when he returns to the film and the beloved character that gave his instant fame as a child actor. Daniel said, “I’m never going to say never. The Star Wars guys had like 30, 40 years before they went back. For me, it’s only been 10. It’s not something I’m really interested in doing right now.” Radcliffe made the comment in a joint interview with his ‘The Lost City’ co-stars Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum. The question of a return to the iconic Harry Potter role was fueled by a comment Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone director Chris Columbus made earlier that he’d be interested in making a film adaptation of the Broadway play.

Daniel Radcliffe is not saying he'll never play Harry Potter again and we can't keep calm!

<p>After it was previously announced that Pete Davidson will be on the Blue Origin's next mission, new reports suggest that now that it's getting delayed, the actor-comedian won't be a part of it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mission was initially supoosed to take place on March 23.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The company said that SNL's Pete Davidson&nbsp;“is no longer able to join the NS-20 crew on this mission.”</p>

<p>No reason was immediately given for him being left off the roster of six passengers, who earlier in the week were announced as having seats on the flight on New Shepard.</p>

<p>The new launch date is March 29, when it will be the fourth to include a human crew.</p>

<p>Now that Pete Davidson is not a part of it, the Jeff Bezos-company will get a sixth crew member.</p>


After it was previously announced that Pete Davidson will be on the Blue Origin's next mission, new reports suggest that now that it's getting delayed, the actor-comedian won't be a part of it.

After it was previously announced that Pete Davidson will be on the Blue Origin's next mission, new reports suggest that now that it's getting delayed, the actor-comedian won't be a part of it. The mission was initially supoosed to take place on March 23. The company said that SNL's Pete Davidson “is no longer able to join the NS-20 crew on this mission.” No reason was immediately given for him being left off the roster of six passengers, who earlier in the week were announced as having seats on the flight on New Shepard. The new launch date is March 29, when it will be the fourth to include a human crew. Now that Pete Davidson is not a part of it, the Jeff Bezos-company will get a sixth crew member.

Pete Davidson won’t go to space on Blue Origin flight after launch delayed

<p>It takes barely a few seconds to turn someone’s life upside down. Amazon Prime Video’s ‘Jalsa’ is about that and more as a hot shot journalist’s life goes through a 180 degree flip when she gets involved in the accident of a minor girl, who happens to be related to her. How the event disbalances her life, the tussle between truth and false are just some things that the writers-director touch upon in this intense drama film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Directed by Suresh Triveni, starring Vidya Balan as Maya Menon, the prime-time news anchor who the entire city knows very well and Shefali Shah as her house help, Ruksana Mohammed, who takes care of her home and physically challenged child – the film is divided between these two leading ladies who are the anchor of the film. They keep the momentum high, emotions flared and the audience wanting for more every time they face the camera. You feel every beat of their dishonesty- loyalty, helplessness-ambition with each passing frame. The story is more about Vidya’s character but Shefali equally grabs attention if not more.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The film is paced well and doesn’t bore you at all. Even though it hints at societal disparities weighing Shefali and Vidya’s life choices, it still doesn’t become preachy or loud and lets you think what you want as an audience.</p>

<p><img alt="jalsa" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="70fc05ca-41df-43ac-8e34-a0150732df56" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/New-133.jpg" />&nbsp;</p>

<p>The supporting cast is great in their portions but we hoped the story let them flow freely for a bit more. We know what Manav Kaul is capable of, he should have had more scope as the estranged husband. Same is true for Maya’s mom Rohini Hattangadi as Rukmini who needed a bit more leg space in the character to shine.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-kajol-gauri-khan-madhuri-look-glam-at-karan-johars-bash-for-apoorva-mehta-see-pics-inside-463372" hreflang="en">Kajol, Gauri Khan, Madhuri look glam at Karan Johar's bash for Apoorva Mehta; see pics inside</a></p>

<p>‘Jalsa’ is written like a contemporary film that lets the audience interpret the ending and decide whether what the protagonists did was right and define that ‘right’ for them. The climax is thus open-ended but has clarity. It doesn’t leave you with the feeling of having been left hanging at crossroads. It’s intelligent cinema and we are here for it!</p>

<p>‘Jalsa’ is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, 18th March onwards.</p>


It takes barely a few seconds to turn someone’s life upside down. Amazon Prime Video’s ‘Jalsa’ is about that and more as a hot shot journalist’s life goes through a 180 degree flip when she gets involved in the accident of a minor girl, who happens to be related to her.

It takes barely a few seconds to turn someone’s life upside down. Amazon Prime Video’s ‘Jalsa’ is about that and more as a hot shot journalist’s life goes through a 180 degree flip when she gets involved in the accident of a minor girl, who happens to be related to her. How the event disbalances her life, the tussle between truth and false are just some things that the writers-director touch upon in this intense drama film. Directed by Suresh Triveni, starring Vidya Balan as Maya Menon, the prime-time news anchor who the entire city knows very well and Shefali Shah as her house help, Ruksana Mohammed, who takes care of her home and physically challenged child – the film is divided between these two leading ladies who are the anchor of the film. They keep the momentum high, emotions flared and the audience wanting for more every time they face the camera. You feel every beat of their dishonesty- loyalty, helplessness-ambition with each passing frame. The story is more about Vidya’s character but Shefali equally grabs attention if not more. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vidya Balan (@balanvidya) The film is paced well and doesn’t bore you at all. Even though it hints at societal disparities weighing Shefali and Vidya’s life choices, it still doesn’t become preachy or loud and lets you think what you want as an audience. The supporting cast is great in their portions but we hoped the story let them flow freely for a bit more. We know what Manav Kaul is capable of, he should have had more scope as the estranged husband. Same is true for Maya’s mom Rohini Hattangadi as Rukmini who needed a bit more leg space in the character to shine. Also see: Kajol, Gauri Khan, Madhuri look glam at Karan Johar's bash for Apoorva Mehta; see pics inside ‘Jalsa’ is written like a contemporary film that lets the audience interpret the ending and decide whether what the protagonists did was right and define that ‘right’ for them. The climax is thus open-ended but has clarity. It doesn’t leave you with the feeling of having been left hanging at crossroads. It’s intelligent cinema and we are here for it! ‘Jalsa’ is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, 18th March onwards.

'Jalsa' movie review: Vidya Balan, Shefali Shah are phenomenal in this gripping drama

<p>It was a starry night at Karan Johar’s house as he hosted a birthday bash for Dharma Productions CEO Apoorva Mehta.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The guest list included who’s who of Bollywood. From Katrina Kaif to Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday to Aryan Khan, Bollywood turned up in full force at the event and dressed their best.</p>

<p>Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan gave it a miss as they are currently in Spain shooting for ‘Pathan’. So did Kareena Kapoor and gang as they are holidaying in Maldives. Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan along with their daughter Aaradhya also flew off for a holiday a day prior.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the occasion, Alia Bhatt chose a bright red floral minidress. Katrina Kaif also wore a minidress but in a striking blue colour. Ananya Panday chose a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-in-pics-ananya-panday-stuns-in-black-dress-at-apoorva-mehtas-birthday-bash-463356">sheer dress for the occasion</a> while Shanaya Kapoor chose a white pantsuit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>See pics here:</p>

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<p>Aryan Khan showed up with mom Gauri. Kajol was also seen wearing a black dress.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Actors who made an appearance were Vijay Deverakonda, Arjun Kapoor, Ananya Panday's rumoured boyfriend Ishaan Khatter, Varun Dhawan, Sidharth Malhotra and Abhimanyu Dassani.</p>

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It was a starry night at Karan Johar’s house as he hosted a birthday bash for Dharma Productions CEO Apoorva Mehta. The guest list included who’s who of Bollywood.

It was a starry night at Karan Johar’s house as he hosted a birthday bash for Dharma Productions CEO Apoorva Mehta. The guest list included who’s who of Bollywood. From Katrina Kaif to Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday to Aryan Khan, Bollywood turned up in full force at the event and dressed their best. Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan gave it a miss as they are currently in Spain shooting for ‘Pathan’. So did Kareena Kapoor and gang as they are holidaying in Maldives. Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan along with their daughter Aaradhya also flew off for a holiday a day prior. For the occasion, Alia Bhatt chose a bright red floral minidress. Katrina Kaif also wore a minidress but in a striking blue colour. Ananya Panday chose a sheer dress for the occasion while Shanaya Kapoor chose a white pantsuit. See pics here: Aryan Khan showed up with mom Gauri. Kajol was also seen wearing a black dress. Actors who made an appearance were Vijay Deverakonda, Arjun Kapoor, Ananya Panday's rumoured boyfriend Ishaan Khatter, Varun Dhawan, Sidharth Malhotra and Abhimanyu Dassani.

Kajol, Gauri Khan, Madhuri look glam at Karan Johar's bash for Apoorva Mehta; see pics inside

<p>Bella Hadid admits to getting cosmetic&nbsp;surgery very early on in her career. Speaking to Vogue, the supermodel admitted to getting a nose job done at the age of 14. She had earlier refuted nose job rumours and attributed it to puberty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Expressing regret, Bella Hadid said, “I wish I had kept the nose of my ancestors. I think I would have grown into it.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>She further told another publication, “People think I fully f**ked with my face because of one picture of me as a teenager looking puffy. I’m pretty sure you don’t look the same now as you did at 13, right? I have never used filler. Let’s just put an end to that. I have no issue with it, but it’s not for me.”</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Bella Hadid had also opened up about social media anxiety and how what we see on social media isn't always true. It’s mostly manufactured, she said at the time. She had shared a couple of crying photos to prove that their lives are not always joyous and happening as they appear on Instagram.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-rihanna-sparkles-in-silver-ensemble-while-flaunting-her-belly-at-fenty-beauty-event-462895" hreflang="en">Rihanna sparkles in silver ensemble while flaunting her belly at Fenty Beauty event</a></p>


Bella Hadid admits to getting cosmetic surgery very early on in her career. Speaking to Vogue, the supermodel admitted to getting a nose job done at the age of 14.

Bella Hadid admits to getting cosmetic surgery very early on in her career. Speaking to Vogue, the supermodel admitted to getting a nose job done at the age of 14. She had earlier refuted nose job rumours and attributed it to puberty. Expressing regret, Bella Hadid said, “I wish I had kept the nose of my ancestors. I think I would have grown into it.” She further told another publication, “People think I fully f**ked with my face because of one picture of me as a teenager looking puffy. I’m pretty sure you don’t look the same now as you did at 13, right? I have never used filler. Let’s just put an end to that. I have no issue with it, but it’s not for me.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bella 🦋 (@bellahadid) × Bella also opened up about the comparisons with elder sister Gigi Hadid. She said she always believed that she was the uglier sister because she wasn’t as “cool” and “outgoing” as Gigi. “That’s really what people said about me. And unfortunately when you get told things so many times, you do just believe it." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bella 🦋 (@bellahadid) × Meanwhile, Bella Hadid had also opened up about social media anxiety and how what we see on social media isn't always true. It’s mostly manufactured, she said at the time. She had shared a couple of crying photos to prove that their lives are not always joyous and happening as they appear on Instagram. Also see: Rihanna sparkles in silver ensemble while flaunting her belly at Fenty Beauty event

Bella Hadid regrets nose job at 14: I wish I had kept the nose of my ancestors

<p>To support Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, a group of theatre owners in the US has signed up to screen Ukrainian director Oles Sanin’s 2014 feature film ‘The Guide’. The proceeds of the film will go into the relief efforts for the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It hasn’t been decided when and in what theatres the film will run but it will start from this weekend. Some theatres include Regal, National Amusements, Harkins, Landmark, Laemmele, Cinepolis, Malco Theaters, the Angelika Group, B&amp;B Theatres, Santikos Theatres, Cinemex, Xscape Theatres, Premiere Cinemas, Imagine of Canada, Celebration, Bow Tie Cinemas, Milgram Theatres and Mini Theatres.</p>

<p>About 100 independent cinemas have also committed.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-under-attack-russia-attacks-mariupol-theatre-sheltering-hundreds-of-civilians-see-satellite-image-463012">Russia attacks theatre sheltering civilians in Mariupol - see satellite image</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-condemns-us-president-biden-for-calling-putin-war-criminal-463022" hreflang="en">Russia condemns US President Biden for calling Putin 'war criminal'</a></p>

<p>The filmmaker, Oles Sanin, is currently in the city of Kyiv. When tracked down, he conveyed the urgent need for assistance as Russian attacks intensified in his homeland.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for the film, ‘The Guide’, it was Ukraine’s entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 87th Academy Awards. It is set in the 1930s as the Soviet regime pursues agricultural and other repressive policies causing the death of millions of Ukrainians.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The ticket collections from this initiative will be forwarded to a special Ukraine Relief Fund being managed by Human &amp; Civil Rights Organisations of America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/to-me-its-my-life-russian-influencers-cries-inconsolably-after-their-country-bans-instagram-462554" hreflang="en">'To me, it's my life', Russian influencers cry inconsolably over Instagram ban</a></p>


To support Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, a group of theatre owners in the US has signed up to screen Ukrainian director Oles Sanin’s 2014 feature film ‘The Guide’.

To support Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, a group of theatre owners in the US has signed up to screen Ukrainian director Oles Sanin’s 2014 feature film ‘The Guide’. The proceeds of the film will go into the relief efforts for the country. It hasn’t been decided when and in what theatres the film will run but it will start from this weekend. Some theatres include Regal, National Amusements, Harkins, Landmark, Laemmele, Cinepolis, Malco Theaters, the Angelika Group, B&B Theatres, Santikos Theatres, Cinemex, Xscape Theatres, Premiere Cinemas, Imagine of Canada, Celebration, Bow Tie Cinemas, Milgram Theatres and Mini Theatres. About 100 independent cinemas have also committed. Russia attacks theatre sheltering civilians in Mariupol - see satellite image Russia condemns US President Biden for calling Putin 'war criminal' The filmmaker, Oles Sanin, is currently in the city of Kyiv. When tracked down, he conveyed the urgent need for assistance as Russian attacks intensified in his homeland. As for the film, ‘The Guide’, it was Ukraine’s entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 87th Academy Awards. It is set in the 1930s as the Soviet regime pursues agricultural and other repressive policies causing the death of millions of Ukrainians. The ticket collections from this initiative will be forwarded to a special Ukraine Relief Fund being managed by Human & Civil Rights Organisations of America. Also read: 'To me, it's my life', Russian influencers cry inconsolably over Instagram ban

US theatres to play Ukrainian film 'The Guide' to aid relief efforts for war-stricken country

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