• Wed, February 12, 2025

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Ranveer Allahbadia row: Comedian Vir Das takes a swipe at mainstream media's coverage

In a post on Instagram Stories, Das criticised mainstream news channels for fixating on the controversy surrounding Allahbadia's comments on parenting and sex, made during a YouTube comedy show India's Got Latent.

by: manilatimes

Melco leads with the most Five-Star awards in Macau and Asia in the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide

We are thrilled to receive three new Five-Star awards across our hotels, restaurants and spas this year, highlighting our dedication to creating integrated resorts that offer superlative design, operation and guest experience.

by: WION

Samay Raina breaks silence on Ranveer Allahbadia controversy, DELETES all India's Got Latent episodes

Trending Samay Raina broke his silence on the issue and revealed that he has deleted all the episodes of the show from YouTube. The move comes after Ranveer Allahbadia's remark on the show drew criticism.

by: Variety

Inside the Cable TV Hospice: Can NBCUniversal's Divorce From MSNBC, Syfy, E! and More Prolong the Life of Once-Popular Channels?

As NBCUniversal sends MSNBC, Syfy, E!, USA and more to SpinCo, can it prolong the life of once-popular channels?

by: MassLive

'Is she ok?': People criticize music icon's recent Las Vegas performance

Many social media users are criticizing one iconic singer's recent Vegas performance, claiming the music legend is the "laziest performer in the world."

by: legit

Gospel Actress Toluwalope Adegboyega-Alagbe 'Flora' of Abattoir Dies, Colleagues Mourn: "So Sad"

Alagbe, an actress in Abattoir series has passed on. Her death was announced by one of her colleagues on Instagram.

by: pinkvilla

Meet actor who started as Gujarati theater artist, is part of 2 National Award winning-films and is now ruling OTT

Let's talk about the journey of an actor who started as Gujarati theater artist and is now ruling OTT after being a part of several acclaimed projects.

by: Tuko

Dorea Chege, DJ Dibul unveil unborn baby's gender in opulent style: "It's a girl"

Dorea Chege and DJ Dibul revealed they are expecting a baby girl in a lavish gender reveal party, sharing emotional messages for their unborn daughter.

by: Impacts

Top Generative AI Video Face Swap Tools You Need in 2025

AI Video face swap tools are revolutionizing the way we create and edit videos. From seamless face replacements to generating natural expressions and gestures, these cutting-edge AI tools open up exciting creative possibilities for individuals and businesses alike.

by: Couriermail

Why Scarlett Johansson is furious about this viral pic

Scarlett Johansson is blasting a viral AI-generated video that shows herself and other Jewish actors denouncing Kanye West's antisemitism.

by: Forbes

Justin Baldoni Vs. Blake Lively Feud Explained: Lively Says She's Taken Over Film Sets In Resurfaced Forbes Interview

Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have attacked each other in court—and in the press—since filing competing lawsuits over treatment on the set of "It Ends With Us."

by: ESPN

Shohei Ohtani meets the media at Spring Training.

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by: Metro

All the celebrities who have slammed 'deranged bigot' Kanye West

A string of celebrities, including David Schwimmer and Isla Fisher, have called Kanye West out over his decision to sell T-shirts emblazoned with a swastika symbol, after a series of offensive, antisemitic tweets.

by: Firstpost

'The Sadist': A chilling look at the dark side of prime-time news

The film takes a critical look at the increasing polarization in society and the role of news media in shaping public perception

by: Yahoo

Will Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively Settle Lawsuit Before Trial? They're Not Benefiting,' Legal Coach Says

After exposing more alleged emails and texts, Justin Baldoni's lawyer faced off with Blake Lively's team in an explosive hearing. Their first courtroom showdown was, by most accounts, a sparring match.

by: Forbes

Streamers Can't Match Netflix's Scale, And It Won't Get Easier

Bigger is better in subscription streaming, but only Netflix and Disney are big enough to keep winning Everyone else should consolidate, an analyst report says

by: Yahoo

Pittsburgh-based Duolingo announces death of Duo, its owl mascot

Duo, the iconic green owl who was the mascot for Pittsburgh-based Duolingo, is no more. The language-learning app company took to X on Tuesday to announce Duo's passing, saying, "It is with heavy hearts that we inform you that Duo, formally known as The Duolingo Owl, is dead."

by: pinkvilla

Solo Leveling Season 2 Episode 7: Recap, Release Date, Where To Stream And More

Solo Leveling Season 2 Episode 7 will see Jinwoo finally recognized as an S-rank hunter, so don't miss it. Get the release date, recap, expected plot and more here.

by: manilatimes

Galaxy Macau Receives Record-breaking Five-Star Awards Recognition from Forbes Travel Guide on 2025 List

The Luxury Integrated Resort Company Scales New Heights for the Third Consecutive Year, Celebrating the Accolade of Having the Most Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Hotels Under One Roof

by: MSN

Diddy Files $100M Lawsuit Against NBCUniversal And Peacock Over Documentary

In a complaint, the rapper says "The Making of a Bad Boy" falsely accuses him of sex trafficking, molesting minors and murder.

by: MSN

Super Bowl 2025 ads as lacklustre as the game, with an overflow of celebrities and very little risk-taking

The Super Bowl is big business for brands. Over 120 million people tuned in to the game this year, which turned out to be a lacklustre affair on the field as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kanas City Chiefs,

by: MSN

John Malone Inks Memoir Deal With Simon & Schuster

John Malone, the architect behind some of the most consequential media deals of the past several decades, is ready to go public with his own take on the entertainment and tech landscape. The mogul, whose moniker "Cable Cowboy" nods to his roots running Tele-Communications Inc.

by: MSN

Fans Brutally Trash NASCAR's Latest Media Gimmick With Bold Claim: "Just Gonna Be Propaganda"

For decades, NASCAR has balanced the fine line between hard racing and outright chaos. The post Fans Brutally Trash NASCAR's Latest Media Gimmick With Bold Claim: "Just Gonna Be Propaganda" appeared first on EssentiallySports.

by: MSN

'Dekhna, kitne followers hain uske?': Tisca Chopra on Bollywood's casting driven by social media numbers

Tisca Chopra, actress and filmmaker, discussed how online education and technological advancements like AI are revolutionizing filmmaking, theatre, and acting. She highlighted that online learning during COVID allowed her to direct a feature film and emphasized that today anyone can create content online,

by: MSN

Grimes speaks out after Elon Musk brings their son to Trump's Oval Office press conference

Four-year-old X Æ A-Xii 'should not be in public like this', the singer said after the child was seen climbing on his dad at the White House Musician and record producer Grimes is speaking out after seeing her ex Elon Musk parading their son around the Oval Office.

by: MSN

Ranveer Allahbadia aka BeerBicep's social media following drops; loses 142,000 followers in 2 days amid controversy

YouTuber and influencer Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, is facing significant backlash following his controversial remarks on comedian Samay Raina's show, India's Got Latent. The controversy has not only led to legal troubles but has also resulted in a sharp decline in his social media following.

by: MSN

Graham Media and Nielsen Reach Multi-Year Agreement

Nielsen and Graham Media Group have announced a multi-year agreement for Local TV measurement across the station group's six markets (Detroit, Houston, San Antonio, Orlando, Jacksonville, Roanoke). The agreement also includes Scarborough,

by: MSN

Jimmy Kimmel rips into 'jealous' Donald Trump over his feud with Taylor Swift after Super Bowl jab

Swift had a bit of a tough evening at Super Bowl LIX - getting booed heartily, facing the wrath of Trump, and then watching Travis Kelce and the Chiefs suffer a humiliating defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles.

by: MSN

Diddy Files $100 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against NBCUniversal, Peacock and Ample Over The Making of a Bad Boy Documentary

by: MSN

Who Is Clive Rothwell? All About Belle Gibson's Ex-Boyfriend And Their Relationship

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by: MSN

LSU Gymnast Olivia Dunne named Grand Marshal of 2025 Endymion Parade

Dunne will lead the parade on March 1, guiding more than 3,200 riders and 37 floats along the krewe's traditional Mid-City route.

by: MSN

Minnesota shop owner is a real jukebox hero: 'My whole world is the physical media'

Dan Coulter was 12 years old when he bought his first jukebox. The Bloomington kid wasn't very good in academics but he liked music and he was good with his hands. When he heard that a friend had a busted jukebox from the 1940s sitting in his family's basement,

by: MSN

Jeremy Strong to Star in 'The Boys From Brazil' TV Series at Netflix From Peter Morgan

Jeremy Strong is set to star in Netflix's upcoming series "The Boys From Brazil," which hails from "The Crown" creator Peter Morgan, according to media reports. Strong will star in the series, which is based on Ira Levin's 1976 novel of the same name.

by: MSN

Liberty Media Co stock hits all-time high of $101.42

Liberty Media Corporation (FWONK), the media and entertainment conglomerate, has reached an all-time high, with its stock price soaring to $101.42. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a "GREAT" financial health score of 3.

by: MSN

2025 Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade to roll through the Twin Cities on February 15th

Get ready to let the good times roll! On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the 2025 Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade will roll through the Twin Cities. The parade will be live-streamed on myarklamiss.com and NBC 10 starting at 7 PM.

by: MSN

Xposure 2025 highlights cinema as key visual art

SHARJAH, 12th February, 2025 (WAM) -- The 9th edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival reaffirms its commitment to visual storytelling by making cinema a central focus.This year, the festival brings together leading filmmakers,

by: MSN

Box Office: Padmaavat and Bareilly Ki Barfi's theatrical re-release failure proves how important TIMING is

February has joined the trend of re-releasing old films. Currently, there are three Hindi movies which have been performing their second innings at the box office. While Sanam Teri Kasam re-release is going strong,

by: MSN

'There Is a Person Controlling What Bianca Censori Wears': Old Photos of Bianca Censori Before Kanye West Marriage Resurface Following Shocking Grammys Stunt

by: MSN

Tisca Chopra talks about Taare Zameen Par in the age of online schools; reveals casting in Bollywood is now influenced by followers on social media

Tisca Chopra, actress and filmmaker, discussed how online education and technological advancements like AI are revolutionizing filmmaking, theatre, and acting. She highlighted that online learning during COVID allowed her to direct a feature film and emphasized that today anyone can create content online,

by: MSN

Disney Tweaks DEI Programs, Shifts Focus to Business Success

The company is ending its 'Reimagine Tomorrow' initiative, launched in 2021 to amplify underrepresented voices.

by: MSN

Is Disha Patani Teaming Up With Karan Aujla And One Republic For New Track? Here's What We Know

Disha shared a sneak peek on her social media, flaunting a traditional pink dress alongside the suave Karan Aujla and Ryan Tedder of One Republic. A fresh audio clip was also teased, suggesting the release of an exciting new song titled Tell Me.

by: MSN

Take-Two Boss Addresses GTA 6 Violence Concerns

Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick addresses concerns about Grand Theft Auto 6 potentially influencing real-world violence when it releases.

by: MSN

Guardian Angel blasts radio presenters after rumours of him building house at wife's rural home

Renowned Gospel musician Guardian Angel was not pleased when a video came out of presenters discussing his marital affairs and adding their facts to a story.

by: MSN

FROM THE PLAYING FIELD TO THE FOOD PLATE:THE GREAT FESTIVAL, MAHAKUMBH, OF SPORTS, CULTURE AND SOCIAL SERVICE - LAUNCH OF RESTAURANT CRICKET LEAGUE 2025

The 3rd edition of the Restaurant Cricket League (RCL) will be held from 17-22 February 2025 in New Delhi. Supported by various Indian brands and influential personalities, RCL raises awareness about food security and reducing wastage.

by: MSN

Did India's Got Latent 'Predict Its Own End'? Viral Video of 'Badnaseeb' Contestant Sparks Buzz

As Samay Raina has deleted all the videos of his show India's Got Latent from YouTube, social media users have unearthed an old clip from the show where a contestant allegedly predicted its downfall.

by: MSN

Rajinikanth condemns fan's derogatory remark about Vijay

The statement emphasized that Rajinikanth does not support such behaviour and reminded fans that cinema should unite, not divide. While he has always spoken respectfully about Vij

by: MSN

Ashley Tisdale Shares Intention to Be Less Active on Social Media Following 'Judgement and Assumptions'

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by: MSN

Steph Curry's new docuseries puts spotlight on Philly high school cheer squad

Philadelphia is known for its grit, heart, and underdog spirit, and now a local high school cheer squad is bringing that same energy to the national stage in "Spirit," a brand new docuseries on Xfinity.

Ranveer Allahbadia row: Comedian Vir Das takes a swipe at mainstream media's coverage

In a post on Instagram Stories, Das criticised mainstream news channels for fixating on the controversy surrounding Allahbadia's comments on parenting and sex, made during a YouTube comedy show India's Got Latent.
The article from CNBC TV18 discusses the controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia's podcast where he interviewed Samay Raina, a comedian who won 'Comicstaan' but was not featured in 'India's Got Talent' (IGT). During the podcast, Raina suggested that IGT might be biased towards contestants who fit a certain image, sparking a debate on social media about the fairness of talent shows in India. This discussion was further fueled by comments from other comedians like Vir Das, who criticized mainstream media for not giving due recognition to genuine talent. The article explores how these revelations have led to a broader conversation about the authenticity and selection processes of reality TV shows, questioning whether they truly represent the country's diverse talent pool or if they cater to a more marketable demographic.

Read the Full cnbctv18 Article at:
https://www.cnbctv18.com/entertainment/ranveer-allahbadia-samay-raina-indias-got-latent-controversy-vir-das-mainstream-media-19557754.htm


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