Ananya Panday, Suhana Khan and more add filmy flair to MI-KKR match
The 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is in full swing, combining thrilling cricket with Bollywood glamour. On Sunday, stars flocked to Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium to watch Mumbai Indians take on Kolkata Knight Riders. Actress Sara Arjun cheered for Mumbai Indians and was spotted with Ishaan Khatter, while Sonal Chauhan also supported the home team. Supporting KKR, Suhana Khan attended with friends Ananya Panday, Shanaya Kapoor, and cousin Alia Chhiba, all donning KKR jerseys. On the field, Mumbai chased 221 to defeat KKR, marking their biggest IPL run-chase and first season-opener win since 2012. Rohit Sharma scored 78 off 38 balls, and Rickelton contributed 81 off 41, while KKR’s wickets came from Kartik Tyagi, Sunil Narine, and Vaibhav Arora. (ANI)
Anil and Sunita Kapoor welcome second grandson
Veteran actor Anil Kapoor and his wife Sunita Kapoor are overjoyed as their daughter Sonam Kapoor and husband Anand Ahuja welcomed their second child, a baby boy, on March 29, 2026. The couple’s first son, Vayu Ahuja, now becomes a big brother. Anil Kapoor shared his happiness, calling the newborn deeply loved and expressing gratitude to Sonam and Anand. Sunita Kapoor echoed the joy, writing about her overflowing heart and blessing of “twice the love, twice the joy.” Sonam and Anand also posted a heartfelt note, celebrating the expansion of their family and expressing gratitude for the new chapter in their lives as a family of four. (IANS)
Sophie Turner injured, ‘Tomb Raider’ production pauses
Hollywood star Sophie Turner sustained a minor injury, prompting a temporary halt in the production of the upcoming series Tomb Raider, created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Amazon MGM Studios, producing the series for Prime Video alongside Crystal Dynamics, confirmed the pause is a precautionary measure to allow Turner to recover, with the shutdown expected to last around two weeks and crew members remaining paid. Filming primarily in the UK, the series adapts the iconic video game franchise about adventurer Lara Croft, recognized by Guinness World Records as the “Most Successful Human Videogame Heroine” in 2006. The cast includes Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Alicia Vikander, among others. Waller-Bridge serves as creator, writer, and executive producer, co-showrunning with Chad Hodge, while Jonathan Van Tulleken directs and executive produces. (IANS)
Paul McCartney recalls The Beatles’ 1st trip to USA
Paul McCartney recently kicked off a two-night, intimate run at Los Angeles’ Fonda Theatre, performing 23 hits spanning his six-decade career, including iconic Beatles classics like Hey Jude, Let It Be, Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da, and Help. Addressing the crowd, McCartney, 83, nostalgically recalled his first trip to the USA and the venue’s history as the Hollywood Music Box Theatre, emphasizing the charm of small, personal gigs compared to his usual stadium shows. While the concerts coincided with the release of his 19th solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, McCartney did not perform new tracks like Days We Left Behind, explaining that he and the band were still learning them. The shows highlighted his timeless catalogue, delighting both longtime fans and younger audiences attending the intimate performances. (IANS)
