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Lilly Singh Takes the Lead in ‘Doin’ It’

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Lilly Singh, the YouTube star you might know as Superwoman, is stepping into a whole new role – leading lady! Her first feature film as an actress, Doin’ It, is set to world premiere at the prestigious South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival in Austin, Texas.

Lilly Singh Goes From YouTube to the Big Screen

Singh’s journey to Hollywood is an inspiring one. From creating comedic sketches on YouTube to amassing a dedicated following of over 14.7 million subscribers, she’s become a force to be reckoned with. But Singh isn’t content with just making us laugh online. Doin’ It marks her transition to the big screen, proving she’s a multi-talented powerhouse.

 

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A Story of Self-Discovery with a South Asian Twist

Doin’ It isn’t just another coming-of-age comedy. It features Singh as a sheltered, 30-year-old Indian American virgin named Pria who unexpectedly lands a job teaching high school sex education. This hilarious premise promises a fresh perspective on sex education, navigating the awkwardness and humor of self-discovery through a South Asian lens.

Breaking New Ground

The film isn’t just a win for Singh; it’s a significant moment for South Asian representation in Hollywood. Doin’ It is produced by Camelback Productions, the first female and South Asian-owned film production company in Arizona, founded by Anita Verma-Lallian. This collaboration highlights the growing presence of South Asian voices in the film industry, paving the way for more diverse stories to be told.

The excitement surrounding Doin’ It extends beyond the red carpet. SXSW will also host a panel titled “Manifesting Mainstream South Asian Stories,” featuring Singh and Verma-Lallian. This discussion promises to delve into the challenges and triumphs of bringing South Asian stories to the forefront of American cinema.

The Creative Team Behind Doin’ It:

The film boasts a talented team beyond Singh. The director’s chair is filled by Sara Zandieh, who previously helmed the film “The Other Zoey.” The screenplay is a collaborative effort between Singh, Zandieh, and Neel Patel.

Singh isn’t going it alone on screen. Doin’ It features a stellar supporting cast, including established comedic actors like Ana Gasteyer (Mean Girls) and Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine). The film also showcases rising talents like Sabrina Jalees (Search Party) and Utkarsh Ambudkar (Never Have I Ever).

Doin’ It is more than just a comedy; it’s a cultural milestone. It’s the story of a talented YouTuber taking a leap of faith, a celebration of South Asian storytelling, and a hilarious exploration of self-discovery. With its world premiere at SXSW, Doin’ It is poised to be a must-see film for fans of Singh and anyone who enjoys a good laugh with a touch of cultural significance.

Anusuya is a content samurai, slaying mediocrity with creativity. This Calcutta-born and Bengaluru-raised girl loves crafting compelling content across all realms; social media posts that pop to website copy that sells. When she's not hunched over her laptop, you'll find her creating Pinterest boards for her next vacation or binge-watching Asian dramas.

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Bristi Samaddar Gets In As Wild Card Entry In Bigg Boss OTT 3

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Bristi Samaddar, a Kolkata based influencer, has just announced her wild card entry in Bigg Boss OTT 3 when she visited Ahmedabad.  A glamorous model, actor and digital content creator, she has already created a niche for herself on social media.

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Reality show Bigg Boss OTT version is hosted by veteran actor Anil Kapoor, streaming live on JioCinema. In previous seasons, the show has been known for its dramatic twists and turns with people from different walks of life as participants.  

Bristi as a Wild Card Entry

Bristi is bold and outspoken, so her entry in the Bigg Boss house could well stir up some emotions.  

Furthermore, Bristi told the media that she is looking forward to being a wild card in Bigg Boss OTT Season 3. Similarly, as many popular influencers have already entered the house. Moreover, including the likes of Lovekesh Kataria, Sana Sultan, and Poulomi Das.

Bristi and her rise in entertainment

Bristi Samaddar gained a foothold in the entertainment industry through Bengali cinema. However, where her firefly performances gathered a massive fan base. Her bold photoshoots and expressive videos have created stardom on social media for her followers. 

Fans are crazy for her unapologetic persona and her confidence in her content creation. She is exotic, expressive, and bold, making her a great wild card contestant in this OTT version.

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e4m Golden Mikes Awards 2024: Naved and Rahul Makin voted RJ Influencers Of The Year

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 The recently concluded e4m Golden Mike Awards 2024 honoured and recognized brilliance in the radio and audio industry in India. Among the diverse categories was the one for “Influencer RJ of the Year.” Big FM’s RJ Naved and Fever’s Rahul Makin walked away with the honours.

RJ Naved @rahulmakin1rjnaved

Instagram Followers: 6.6M

RJ Naved urf Naved Khan is from Bugrasi, Uttar Pradesh and moved to Delhi for further studies. He’s an entertainer cum roaster. Naved’s content is based on roasting people over a phone call by acting as someone they already know. He is also a TV host, voice-over artist, and radio jockey. Furthermore, famous for his show ‘Dilli ka Don’ on Radio Mirchi 98.3 FM. He has won the IRF: Best Sparkler (Comedy) award three times, the NT (National Television Award) for 2G (TV category), the Golden Mikes Award for RJ of the Year, and the Indian Icon Award. At the e4m Golden Mikes, he was awarded silver in the RJ Influencer of the Year category.

Recently, RJ Naved was featured in Paisabazaar’s brand film Aawaaz. Similarly, Their brand philosophy was ‘Paison Se Badhkar.’ In the film, he goes on a road trip with a group of visually impaired children across Munnar’s scenic and winding roads. Moreover, making them imagine the scenery with his evocative voice. 

Here is a roast reel by RJ Naved:

RJ Rahul Makin @rahulmakin1

Instagram Followers: 2M

RJ Rahul Makin works with Delhi’s 107.2 Punjabi Fever. He is an Indian radio jockey, actor, and influencer from Jammu, India. However, He studied English and Physics, which led to his master’s thesis in literature. He is a poet, known on Instagram as a “Shredded Shayar,” who also dabbles in theatre.

This RJ aka Love Guru, hosts a nightly show that has him answering listener’s queries about their love life. 

With over 14 years of experience as a RJ, he holds the Limca Book Of Records for hosting a radio show for 104 hours consistently. Furthermore, A three-timer TEDx speaker, he has worked with UNICEF on their Campaign Radio4Child for teenagers against cyber abuse. 

Rahul has been awarded RJ of The Year by the All Journalists’ Association Of India and won two NYF (NewYork Festival) awards for the best radio show on gay rights and for creating a ‘Green Corridor’ on Radio for the first time.

Rahul has collaborated with several national and international brands like Redbull India, Jag’s Fresh, Lush Treetas to name a few. Moreover, He has done promotions for many local and regional businesses as well.

Here is a Shayari Reel by RJ Rahul:

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Bigg Boss OTT 3 Contestant Sana Sultan Khan: I Am Not Desperate To Stay In News

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Popular model and content creator Sana Sultan Khan is currently in reality show Bigg Boss OTT 3, hosted by Anil Kapoor. Sana has been featured in various music videos and was featured on New York’s Times Square Billboard after winning the title of UC Miss Cricket in 2019.

Before entering the Bigg Boss house, The Reelstars got in touch with Sana and asked her a few questions. Read on!

How has life changed after you tasted success?

By God’s grace, life is the same for me but people’s perspectives towards me have changed. People who thought I wasn’t fit for a project now come to me and say we always knew you had a spark and how my popularity changed people’s thoughts.

What inspired you to participate in Bigg Boss OTT 3?

I wanted a change in life. After doing music videos back-to-back, I wanted to break the monotony and do something different. I wanted people to see my real self and nothing is better than participating in Bigg Boss. Also, I think I am fit for the show – for being real and not fake.  

How are you as a person?

I am calm as well as a short-tempered person. I don’t lose my calm easily unless and until someone tries hard to poke me.

How do you plan to utilize money and fame post Bigg Boss?

I see myself writing and singing songs in the near future. I would like to invest my Bigg Boss money in building a stronger career. As for fame, I am not too desperate to stay in the news.

What are your strengths and weaknesses?

I am quite empathetic, mature, and helpful, and my weakness is being oversensitive.

Bigg Boss OTT 3 contestants include Ranvir Shorey, Shivani Kumari, Sana Makbul, Vishal Pandey, Lovekesh Kataria, Deepak Chaurasia, Sai Ketan Rao and Munisha Khatwani, among others.

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