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Guardians of The Galaxy Vol 3 director James Gunn says his franchise is greatly influenced by Indian cinema

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James Gunn’s swansong with Marvel, Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3 is doing great at the worldwide box office. The film has come near the $400 million mark globally and is expected to show long legs in its theatrical run. While the film continues to enjoy good word-of-mouth, the director recently opened up about being greatly influenced by Indian films.

Before joining DC Studios as co-CEO, Gunn worked with Marvel for so many years and his association ended (possibly) with the latest Guardians Of The Galaxy film. Starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper and others, the biggie opened to much better numbers than projected at the worldwide box office and is still going strong on weekdays.

Recently, while talking to Hindustan Times, James Gunn shared that his Guardians Of The Galaxy franchise has been inspired by Indian films.

He said, “Indian films, in particular, have been a big influence on me, which reflects in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. I have always been attracted to Indian films and towards Asian cinema more than the ways that I am attracted to European or American cinema.”

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Recently, while talking to Hindustan Times, James Gunn shared that his Guardians Of The Galaxy franchise has been inspired by Indian films.

He said, “Indian films, in particular, have been a big influence on me, which reflects in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. I have always been attracted to Indian films and towards Asian cinema more than the ways that I am attracted to European or American cinema.”

James Gunn added, “Simply because the boundaries are much broader (in Indian projects) than an American project, which are more confined.

A lot of time you are only allowed to have one genre, like this movie must be a comedy only, or it must be only an action film, or a drama, or only a science fiction movie. That’s not true for Indian films.”

James Gunn further shared that Indian films provide a wholesome experience as they deliver almost every emotion. “Indian films are so beautiful because they allow the full human experience in one movie where we are able to experience a comedy with drama, with action with dancing and music. And all of these things I have put in the Guardians films, just through a slightly more Western lens. I have grown up watching those types of films from India, Korea, Japan and other places. In fact, Hong Kong style of filmmaking also influences my style as well, especially over the past 30 years more than Western cinema,” the co-CEO of DC Studios quoted. 

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Netizens start blocking Alia Bhatt for keeping mum on Gaza crisis

Netizens start blocking Alia Bhatt for keeping mum on Gaza crisis

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Netizens start blocking Alia Bhatt for keeping mum on Gaza crisis

The India actor is accused of not speaking out against genocide in Gaza.

Alia has seemingly landed on the ‘Blockout 2024’ list for not addressing the mounting criticism on the ongoing crisis in Gaza.

Alia Bhatt is in the headlines after her Met Gala 2024 appearance as she has been receiving hatred for keeping mum on the ongoing crisis in Palestine.

Bollywood actress, Alia Bhatt has been making the headlines for her stunning appearance at the Met Gala 2024.

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The actress’ popularity has skyrocketed after her show-stopping appearance on the red carpet, with everyone talking about her surreal look.

However, now, Alia has seemingly landed on the ‘Blockout 2024’ list for not addressing the mounting criticism on the ongoing crisis in Gaza.

Like many other Hollywood celebrities, Alia Bhatt has allegedly been accused of keeping mum about the ongoing crisis in Gaza.
And now, her name has popped up in the ‘Blockout 2024’ movement, which has been going viral on TikTok.

For the unversed, netizens have started this phenomenon on social media, wherein they are ‘blocking’ celebrities who have been indifferent to the plight of the people of Palestine and Israel amidst the ongoing conflict.

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Why Inaya Khan does not bother reading comments of men followers on Instagram

Why Inaya Khan does not bother reading comments of men followers on Instagram

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Why Inaya Khan does not bother reading comments of men followers on Instagram

Appearing on a podcast, showbiz star Inaya Khan has said she does not bother reading comments from male followers on her Instagram posts, because most of their messages pertain to marriage.

Inaya Khan revealed that despite having a significant number of male followers on Instagram, she only pays attention to comments from her female followers, with her cousins informing her about them.

Khan shared that she often receives messages from male followers claiming her as their wife, to which she humorously responded that she is currently single and content.

While marriage is not her current focus, Khan expressed her admiration for the saree, a clothing item her mother taught her to wear and manage.

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In a previous appearance on the same show, Khan admitted to having crushes on A-list actors Mikaal Zulfiqar and Feroze Khan, particularly praising Zulfiqar’s personality and character traits.

Khan, known for her roles in dramas such as ‘Khoat’ and ‘Mere Apne’, detailed the qualities she desires in a life partner, emphasizing loyalty and a caring nature.

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Is Ayeza Khan retiring from showbiz?

Is Ayeza Khan retiring from showbiz?

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Is Ayeza Khan retiring from showbiz?

 As the last episode of drama series ‘Jaan-e-Jahan’ is just around the corner, fans want to know about the future of Ayeza Khan who in a message on Instagram had said ‘Jaan-e-Jahan’ was her last project. 

Ayeza Khan, celebrated for her stunning performances, has been a part of several hit dramas. 

With a career spanning over a decade, Ayeza has charmed audiences with her acting prowess. 

Currently, Ayeza is making headlines for her role in the popular drama series ‘Jaan-e-Jahan,’ where she stars alongside Hamza Ali Abbasi. 

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The show has garnered immense popularity, captivating viewers in both Pakistan and India. As many as 38 episodes have aired so far and the last episode is just around the corner.

However, amidst the drama’s success, fans are left wondering about Ayeza’s future projects. 

Her Instagram story that she posted in November 2023, hinting at a possible departure from the industry, resurfaces. 

In the said post, Ayeza referred to ‘Jaan-e-Jahan’ as her ‘last project,’ sparking rumours about her retirement from acting. 

Ayeza Khan’s journey in the entertainment world began with her debut in ‘Tum Jo Miley’ in 2009. 

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However, it was her portrayal of ‘Farah Ibrahim’ in the 2013 drama ‘Pyarey Afzal, opposite acclaimed actor Hamza Ali Abbasi, that propelled her to fame.

As speculations regarding Ayeza’s future in the industry go viral, fans eagerly await confirmation about her next move. Whether ‘Jaan-e-Jahan’ marks the end of Ayeza Khan’s acting career or simply a pause in her journey remains to be seen. Only time will tell.

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