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www.desitalkchicago.com – that’s all you need to know 27 ENTERTAINMENT October 25, 2024 Salman Khan’s Chulbul Pandey Cameo Dropped From Singham Again! S o you came in late—and did not know that Salman Khan, in his 3-film avatar as Chulbul Pandey from the Dabangg franchise, was to make a “special” cameo appearance in the fourth installment of the Singham franchise. And this film features the entire (cur- rent) Rohit Shetty Cop Universe—Singham (Salman’s best friend, Ajay Devgn), Simmba (Ranveer Singh), Soory- avanshi (Akshay Kumar) and the new cop entrants Shakti Shetty (Deepika Padukone) and Satya Pattnaik (Tiger Shroff)! Well, now you know it. So are you disappointed more than those who knew of it before and were looking for- ward to it? Bollywood Hungama has posted a scoop that “fans who were waiting for an epic crossover of Bajirao Singham and Chulbul Pandey in Singham Again are likely to be disap- pointed as destiny has taken away the biggest moment of 2024.”While Salman Khan was all set to shoot for his cameo on October 14, 2024, the shoot was canceled owing to the demise of politician Baba Siddiqui.” “The one-day shoot was scheduled to take place at Golden Tobacco in Mumbai. However, owing to the sud- den demise of Baba Siddiqui, the shoot was canceled. Ro- hit and Ajay then had discussions internally and felt that it would be insensitive to request Salman Khan to shoot amid all the controversy. The duo was racing against time to submit their film to the censors, and have decided to submit the film without the appearance of Salman Khan,” reports Bollywood Hungama, quoting a source. “The source further added that there is a possibility of a back-shot of Chulbul Pandey in the post-credit scene, however, we are not sure if that idea has made it to the final shot or not. Shooting with Salman, just a day or two after the death of Baba Siddiqui, was insensitive. And Rohit had to submit Singham Again to the censors by Friday, October 18. That’s when they took the tough call to move on and respect the privacy of Salman Khan,” the portal goes on. Siddiqui was a politician close to Khan and was said to be the one who engineered the Salman-Shah Rukh Khan peace that led them to rediscover their friendship after their fracas. Inside reports talk of a cameo already shot many days ago that did not meet with Salman’s approval. To add to the advantages Singham Again can have over the competing release, it would be great if Shetty retains the older version. Who, after all, would not like this final coup in the exotic gift that Singham Again promises to be? The next franchis- es of Simmba and Sooryavanshi after all, will take years to materialize, as I believe Shetty will first get going with the fifth film in the Golmaal franchise after this actioner. By RajivVijayakar Photo:PublicityPhoto When will Chulbul meet the Rohit Shetty Cop Universe? Priyanka Chopra Celebrates ‘Filmy’ Karwa Chauth With Nick Jonas In London T he couple marked the occasion in a unique and casual style, with Priyanka donning a maroon tracksuit complemented by a red dupatta. Taking to Instagram, Priyanka posted several images that showcased the couple’s celebration. The first picture captured a sweet moment where Nick held a glass of water for Priyanka as she prepared to break her fast. The two engaged in a video call with her mother, Madhu Chopra, while also managing their traditional pooja thalis. In another candid shot, Priyanka was seen smiling while reading a note with Nick’s name written on it. Perhaps the most striking image featured her intricately designed mehendi, which included a heart symbol along with Nick’s birth date etched on her palm. Accompanying the images, Priyanka chose the clas- sic song “Chand Chupa Badal Mein” from the 1999 film ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’ as the background music, evoking a nostalgic atmosphere. She expressed her festive wishes with the caption, “To all those celebrating… happy Karwa Chauth and yes I’m filmy,” while geo-tagging their location in London, United Kingdom. Karwa Chauth, a significant festival celebrated mainly by married Hindu women, involves fasting for the long and healthy life of their husbands, culminating in a moon sighting that allows them to break their fast. Priyanka and Nick, who married in December 2018 in a blend of Christian and Hindu ceremonies at Jodhpur’s Umaid Bhawan Palace, welcomed their daughter Malti Marie via surrogacy in January 2022. Currently, Priyanka is busy filming the second season of the Russo Brothers’ ‘Citadel’ and is set to star alongside John Cena and Idris Elba in ‘Heads of State’. Additionally, she will feature in ‘The Bluff’, directed by Frank E. Flowers, where she portrays a former female pirate navigating the challenges of her past in the 19th- century Caribbean. -ANI Photo: Instagram/@PriyankaChopra) Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas. Shalini Pinakin’s Art Takes Center Stage At Karnavati Club, Ahmedabad -AHMEDABAD R enowned artist Shalini Pinakin recently captivated audiences with her latest exhibition at the Karnavati Club. Her vibrant and expressive paintings offered a glimpse into her personal journey and her deep appreciation for life. Inspired by her husband’s unwavering sup- port, Pinakin’s art is a testament to the power of human connection and the transformative nature of creativity. “My husband has always been my biggest inspiration,” she shared. “He encouraged me to pursue my artistic dreams and ART keeps me alive it’s a form of medita- tion, a way to connect with myself and the world around me,” she added. The exhibition featured a diverse range of paintings, each one showcasing Pinakin’s unique style and ability to evoke emotions through her brushstrokes. From bold and colorful landscapes to in- trospective portraits, her work offered some- thing for everyone. As the curtains fell on this extraordinary event, it was clear that Shalini Pinakin’s artistic vision had left a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to experience it. shalini is daughter in law of former vice chancellor of Gujarat University. By Khushnuma Sama Photo:Khushnuma Sama Shalini Pinakin at her exhibition. ARTS & BOOKS