Actor Jaideep Ahlawat has exposed the underhanded tactics employed by celebrities to gain fame and relevance in the Bollywood industry. He revealed being advised to purchase fake social media followers, buy larger vehicles, and leak information to paparazzi to gain visibility.
Policy analyst Ed Mills anticipates that TikTok may cease operations in the U.S. next year due to a bill that aims to force the divestment of the popular social media platform. The bill, which has passed the U.S. House of Representatives, proposes that TikTok must be sold within a year or face a ban from U.S. app stores. If the bill is passed by the Senate, TikTok would be forced to sell its U.S. operations to an American company, effectively ending its presence in the country.
Social Suicide, an investigative thriller film, follows a group of teenagers desperate for social media fame. Two of their members are found dead, and Balthazar, a viral content-seeking teen, becomes the prime suspect. The film explores the lengths teenagers will go for fame and the dangers of social media obsession. Amazon Prime Video subscribers can stream Social Suicide as part of their membership.
UPSC second topper Animesh Pradhan’s old dance video has resurfaced and is taking social media by storm. Pradhan shared the clip on Twitter, showcasing his impressive dance moves to a peppy song. The video has garnered over 1.1 lakh views and 2,200 likes since its release, with netizens expressing their admiration and humor in the comments section.
Saba Azad, the actress and singer, recently shared a captivating photo on her Instagram. The image features Saba posing effortlessly in a chic black blazer, skirt, and heels, complemented by the lyrics of the song ‘Spooky’ in her caption. Her boyfriend, Hrithik Roshan, expressed his admiration with an enthusiastic ‘Woah.’
TOWIE star Dani Imbert has taken to social media to express her frustration with some of her co-stars. Imbert has shared a series of cryptic quotes on Instagram, including one that reads, “Being able to see through people is a gift & a curse.” She has also criticized bizarre behavior and said that fame has gone to some people’s heads. Imbert’s comments come ahead of the TOWIE series finale, which is expected to be full of fireworks.
India’s content creator economy is witnessing explosive growth, with YouTube contributing significantly to a market valuation of $75-$150 million. Top content creators like CarryMinati, BeerBiceps, Bhuvan Bam, Technical Guruji, and Tanmay Bhat have achieved substantial net worths, ranging from Rs 50 crore to Rs 665 crore. Tanmay Bhat, known as the creative king of desi advertising, leads the pack with his vast earnings from YouTube, brand deals, and investment ventures.
Reddit’s much-anticipated IPO brought a wild first month, with the stock soaring after its debut and then nose-diving to its current price. While IPO investors are still in the green, peak buyers are facing significant losses. Analyst coverage is split, with some seeing the stock as a ‘Strong Buy’ due to its unique platform, while others caution about its advertising challenges. Reddit’s metrics, including daily active users and average revenue per user, are trending positively, but its ARPU lags behind peers like Meta. The company is working to improve its monetization strategy and has been successful in attracting larger brands as advertisers. Reddit is on track to achieve GAAP profitability within the next 12 months. However, risks remain, including the potential for the company’s advertising machine to underperform and the expiration of lockup periods. Despite the risks, Reddit’s long-term growth potential remains significant, especially if it can capitalize on industry tailwinds and its unique niche status.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk faces accusations of censorship after an Australian court ordered his social media platform X to block worldwide users from accessing video footage of a stabbing incident in a Sydney church. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned Musk’s actions, describing him as an arrogant billionaire out of touch with public opinion. The incident has sparked debate over the role of social media companies in regulating violent content and ensuring online safety.
Mark Zuckerberg became the subject of a viral sensation after a photoshopped image of him with facial hair circulated online. The image, which contrasted his usual clean-shaven appearance, sparked reactions from the public and Zuckerberg himself. His wife, Priscilla Chan, jokingly shared the image on her Instagram story, and actress Gwyneth Paltrow likened the photoshopped Zuckerberg to her ex-husband.
