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www.desitalk.com – that’s all you need to know 22 ENTERTAINMENT May 1, 2026 Viral Video Shows Rihanna Learning Bharatnatyam Mudras, Internet Reacts I nternational pop star Rihanna may have come to Mumbai for business, but it was her play- ful embrace of Indian culture that truly won hearts online. During her recent visit to the city for the launch of Fenty Beauty, Rihanna was seen trying a few Bharatanatyammudras in a light-hearted moment that has now gone viral across social media. The video, shared by influencer Nejm, shows the global star taking a quick lesson in the classi- cal Indian dance form. In the clip, Nejm demon- strates a few hand gestures, known as mudras, while also explaining how expressions are com- municated through the eyes in Bharatanatyam. Rihanna appears curious and fully engaged, fol- lowing the steps and attempting the expressions with enthusiasm. In no time, fans chimed in the comment section to share their reactions. One fan wrote, Love “you for doing this Tamil Culture,” while another added, “Hahahaha iconiccc.” A third user commented, “We got riri doing bharatnatyam before gta 6” Rihanna’s India visit has generated major buzz online, with several clips from the launch event circulating widely. Videos showed her in- teracting warmly with influencers, greeting fans, and attending an after-party with Janhvi Kapoor and designer Manish Malhotra. Another video that went viral from her Mum- bai visit showed the pop star saying “shukriya” to the crowd stationed outside. Rihanna last visited Mumbai in 2024, when she attended Anant Ambani and Radhika Mer- chant’s wedding celebrations. She launched Fenty Beauty on September 8, 2017, in collaboration with LVMH. The brand quickly made waves in the beauty industry for its commitment to inclusivity, debuting with a foundation line featuring 40 shades catering to a wide range of skin tones. -ANI Mahesh Babu’s Production ‘Rao Bahadur’ To Release On June 5 M ahesh Babu production ‘Rao Bahadur’ has finally got a release date. The movie stars Satyadev in the lead role. Taking to his Instagram handle, actor Satyadev shared the poster and the release date of the film. While sharing the post, the makers wrote, “The date is locked for the royal arrival. Meet Rao Bahadur in cinemas worldwide from 5th JUNE, 2026.” The teaser for Mahesh Babu Productions’ much-awaited film ‘Rao Bahadur’ was unveiled last year. It was shared by SS Rajamouli and gives a glimpse into a dark and mystical world. The film is described as a “psychological drama” with touches of mystical realism, promising a unique cinematic journey. The movie is directed by Venkatesh Maha and presented by Mahesh Babu. Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar’s GMB Entertain- ment are backing the project. Before this, the first look of the film was unveiled. The poster featured Satyadev in the ensemble of a king, surrounded by peacock feathers and ornate details. It also depicts kids hanging onto Satyadev’s attire and moustache, offering a humorous touch to the narrative. For Satyadev, the transformation required significant commitment. He said, “Five hours in makeup each morn- ing gave me the rare chance to disappear into the character completely. By the time we rolled, I wasn’t just playing Rao Bahadur; I was living him,” as quoted by Variety. Meanwhile, Satyadev was seen alongside Vijay Devera- konda in Kingdom. The spy thriller featured Deverakonda as Constable Surya, aka Suri, an undercover agent involved in covert operations. Satyadev plays Siva, Deverakonda’s elder brother, and has received a thumping response from both critics and audiences alike. As for Mahesh Babu, the actor will next be seen in SS Rajamouli’s film ‘Varanasi’.. - ANI Poster of “Rao Bahadur”. Publicity material Priyanka Chopra To Be Honored At Gold Gala 2026 Alongside Simu Liu, EJAE, Others A n another feather to her cap, actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to be honoured at the upcoming Gold House Gold Gala 2026, joining the likes of South Korean singer-songwriter EJAE and actors Charles Melton and Simu Liu, among others. The Gold Gala 2026 will take place on May 9 at The Music Center in downtown Los Angeles. In its fifth year, the Gold Gala is expanding its vision into a broader global platform that recognises cultural influence and impact across industries. This year’s theme, ‘A New GoldWorld’, reflects a collective effort to build shared progress and opportunity in a time marked by division. The event will bring together over 650 influential leaders to celebrate the Gold 100 List, with standout honorees in- cluding Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Charles Melton, Jet Li, Simu Liu, Eileen Gu and more, each recognised for their contribu- tions to culture and global storytelling. Among the key honours, Priyanka Chopra Jonas will receive the prestigious Global Vanguard Honor, acknowledg- ing her remarkable 25-year career that has bridged the Asian Pacific andWestern entertainment industries, as per a press release. Her body of work spans acclaimed performances in Hindi cinema and Hollywood, alongside her continued efforts to spotlight emerging and underrepresented talent through her production banner, Purple Pebble Pictures, an impact that has earned her recognition on platforms such as TIME 100 and Forbes’ Most Powerful Women. The evening will also feature appearances from Gold 100 honourees across diverse sectors, including entertainment, business, technology, fashion, social impact, sports and gaming. Names such as Theresia Gouw, HUMAN MADE, Tejasvi Manoj, Jen Lee and Brett Bolton will take the stage to share their vision for the future. - ANI Priyanka Chopra PHOTO:COURTESY ANI PHOTO:VIA ANI