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India Today
2 hours ago
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- India Today
Priyanka Chopra recalls losing part of her eyebrow during Heads of State shoot
Actor Priyanka Chopra recently shared a behind-the-scenes moment from the shoot of her upcoming action-comedy film 'Heads of State'. Chopra shared that she lost a part of her eyebrow and narrowly avoided a serious injury to her eye while filming a rain-soaked action an interview with Jimmy Fallon on 'The Tonight Show', Priyanka Chopra recalled how a camera mishap led to a chunk of her eyebrow being accidentally ripped off during a stunt camera has a matte box, and I was supposed to roll on the floor and fall, and it was raining. And the camera was supposed to come close to me. So the camera operator came in a little bit closer–I came in a little bit closer, and it took out a chunk of my eyebrow. It could have been my eye, so I was very grateful that it wasn't. I just put surgical glue on there, stuck it. Finished my day, because I did not want to come back and shoot in the rain again," Chopra shared. Directed by Ilya Naishuller, 'Heads of State' stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas alongside Idris Elba and John Cena in lead roles. The film also features a talented ensemble cast including Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid, and Sarah Niles. The high-octane action-comedy will premiere globally on Prime Video on July 2 in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and the film, Chopra plays Noel Bisse, a skilled MI6 agent who teams up with characters played by John Cena and Idris Elba during a chaotic diplomatic mission gone global icon's upcoming slate also includes 'SSMB 29', her first collaboration with acclaimed Indian director SS Rajamouli, co-starring Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj she will headline 'The Bluff', a drama set in the 19th-century Caribbean. In the film, she plays a former pirate who must confront her past to protect her family. The movie is directed by Frank E Flowers and stars Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, and Watch
India.com
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Priyanka Chopra REVEALS Painful On-Set Mishap While Shooting Head Of State
Mumbai: Global head turner Priyanka Chopra Jonas took a trip down memory lane and recalled how she lost a 'chunk' of her eyebrows while filming for her upcoming action comedy film 'Head Of State.' Priyanka shared some memorable and interesting insight while speaking to Jimmy Fallon, as she commenced the promotions for her upcoming film. She talked about how she lost a chunk of her eyebrow, Priyanka said: 'The camera has a matte box, and I was supposed to roll on the floor and fall, and it was raining. And the camera was supposed to come in close to me.' 'So the camera operator came in a little bit closer–I came in a little bit closer, and it took out a chunk of my eyebrow. Could have been my eye, so I was very grateful that it wasn't.' Take A Look At The Post: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) The actress revealed that she just put surgical glue on there and stuck it. 'Finished my day, because I did not want to come back and shoot in the rain again.' Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the action-comedy film Heads of State stars Idris Elba, John Cena, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in lead roles It also features Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid and Sarah Niles. The film will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on July 2, in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. In this action-packed film, Priyanka plays Noel Bisset, an MI6 agent who joins forces with John Cena and Idris Elba's characters to navigate a high-stakes situation after their diplomatic mission is disrupted. The 42-year-old actress also has 'SSMB 29', a film directed by SS Rajamouli. This project marks her first collaboration with the acclaimed director and stars Mahesh Babu alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. The actress will also portray a 19th-century Caribbean pirate in 'The Bluff', which is a swashbuckler drama film co-written by Frank E. Flowers and Joe Ballarini, with Flowers also directing. The film stars Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green, and Vedanten Naidoo. Set in the Caribbean islands during the 19th century, the film features Priyanka as a former female pirate who must protect her family when her past catches up to her.
Buzz Feed
5 hours ago
- Buzz Feed
12 MI6 Facts You Didn't Know But Definitely Do Now
Think MI6 is all tuxedos, fast cars, and shaken martinis? That's just the movie version. The real British intelligence service has a story that's far more surprising, and a lot less glamorous. From spy gadgets hidden in matchboxes to hacking terrorist magazines with cupcake recipes, these are the MI6 facts you probably never heard about… until now. The whole reason MI6 exists? Britain was paranoid about Germany in 1909. MI6 wasn't born out of slick spy missions or dramatic shootouts—it started with good old-fashioned paranoia. In 1909, Britain was convinced that Germany was plotting against them, so they secretly set up what would become MI6 to keep tabs on enemy activity, and let's just say… they've been watching ever since. The head of MI6 isn't called 'M' in real life, it's 'C', and they always use green ink. In the Bond universe, the boss goes by 'M.' But IRL? It's 'C.' That's short for Sir Mansfield Cumming, the very first chief of MI6, who used to sign all his notes with just the letter 'C' (in green ink, no less). The tradition stuck. Every MI6 head since has kept the title and the signature style—yes, they still write in green ink. Very on-brand for a secret agent, honestly. MI6 was a secret for decades, and wasn't officially acknowledged until 1994. MI6 has been around since 1909, but for most of its life, it was like the Voldemort of government departments—never officially named. Originally set up as the Secret Service Bureau, the agency operated entirely in the shadows. It wasn't until 1994—yes, the same year Friends premiered—that the British government publicly admitted MI6 even existed. Talk about a long game. There wasn't just MI6—at one point, there were 19 different MI departments. MI6 didn't always work alone. Back in the day, there were actually 19 different 'MI' branches doing everything from decoding messages to watching the skies. MI1 dealt with information management, MI2 focused on Russia and Scandinavia, MI4 handled aerial surveillance, and MI11 (weirdly enough) took on codebreaking. Over time, most of these departments either shut down or got folded into MI5 and MI6. So no, MI6 isn't just a spy movie thing—it's what's left after a major intelligence agency merger. MI6 HQ isn't just a building, it's basically a fortress. The MI6 headquarters in London is no ordinary office. With 25 types of glass, bombproof walls, and triple-glazed windows, it's built like a tank. Rumors say it even has a shooting range, rooms where eavesdropping is impossible, and a Faraday cage to block radio signals. James Bond could only dream. Some of the greatest spy novelists were actual spies. Yes, really. Before Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy became a classic Cold War thriller, its author, John le Carré was living the spy life for real. Born David Cornwell, he worked for MI6 but had to use a pen name—real agents weren't allowed to publish under their own identities. And le Carré wasn't alone. The Quiet American author Graham Greene was also with MI6. Meanwhile, Ian Fleming—the man behind James Bond—served in Naval Intelligence, which gave him all the material he needed to invent 007 (minus the gadgets and martinis, probably). The first MI6 chief had a wild way of testing recruits. It involved a knife and a wooden leg. Sir Mansfield Cumming, the original head of MI6, had a pretty unhinged method for screening potential agents. In the middle of an interview, he'd suddenly stab himself in the leg to see how the recruit reacted. Don't worry, it was a wooden leg. But if you flinched? You probably didn't make the cut. In 2011, MI6 swapped b*mb instructions with cupcake recipes, yes that happened. MI6 pulled off one of the sassiest cyber moves in spy history. In 2011, agents hacked into an online Al-Qaeda magazine and replaced its bomb-making instructions with… cupcake recipes. Instead of a step-by-step guide to explosives, readers found details for the best cupcakes in America. It was part sabotage, part bake sale, and 100% genius. Real MI6 gadgets existed, just don't expect exploding pens or laser watches. The spy gear wasn't all Hollywood-level madness, but it was real. While James Bond had grenade pens and magnetic watches, actual MI6 agents worked with gadgets that were a little more low-key (and way more practical). Think cameras hidden inside matchboxes, hollowed-out shaving brushes, and other everyday objects turned into tools for espionage. Less flashy, more sneaky. MI6's top spy almost lost his job because of a Facebook post. Back in 2009, the head of MI6—Sir John Sawers—nearly had his career derailed thanks to his wife's Facebook activity. She casually posted their home address, vacation photos, and even details about their kids' locations… all publicly visible. Not ideal for the UK's most secretive spy. The info was taken down eventually, but not before the headlines started flying. Women in early MI6 weren't exactly given spy gadgets; they were used as 'honey traps' or stuck taking notes. Back in the early days of MI6, women weren't sent on glamorous missions or handed briefcases full of gadgets. Instead, they were often used to seduce and compromise targets—what's known as a 'honey trap'—or assigned to secretarial work behind the scenes. It wasn't until much later that women began taking on actual intelligence roles and field assignments. And now? For the first time ever, MI6 has its female chief. Talk about a full-circle moment. MI6 helped train America's first spies, including the predecessor to the CIA. When the U.S. finally joined World War II, it didn't exactly have a seasoned spy agency ready to go. So MI6 stepped in. Britain's top-secret service helped train America's brand-new Office of Strategic Services (OSS)—aka the baby version of the CIA. That early collab laid the groundwork for one of the most enduring intelligence partnerships in the world. So the next time you watch a Bond movie, just remember, the real MI6 doesn't hand out grenade pens or jetpacks (at least not that we know of). From secret aliases and cupcake hacks to wooden leg interviews and green ink signatures, Britain's top spy agency is full of facts stranger than fiction. And now, with its first-ever female chief at the helm, MI6 is proving it knows how to keep secrets and shake things up.
News18
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Priyanka Chopra Recalls Getting Injured On Head Of State Sets: 'Lost A Chunk Of My Eyebrow'
Published By : Chirag Sehgal IANS Last Updated: Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the action-comedy film Heads of State stars Idris Elba, John Cena, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in lead roles. Global head turner Priyanka Chopra Jonas took a trip down memory lane and recalled how she lost a 'chunk" of her eyebrows while filming for her upcoming action comedy film 'Head Of State." Priyanka shared some memorable and interesting insights while speaking to Jimmy Fallon, as she commenced the promotions for her upcoming film. She talked about how she lost a chunk of her eyebrow. Priyanka said: 'The camera has a matte box, and I was supposed to roll on the floor and fall, and it was raining. And the camera was supposed to come in close to me." 'So the camera operator came in a little bit closer–I came in a little bit closer, and it took out a chunk of my eyebrow. Could have been my eye, so I was very grateful that it wasn't." The actress revealed that she just put surgical glue on there and stuck it. 'Finished my day, because I did not want to come back and shoot in the rain again." Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the action-comedy film Heads of State stars Idris Elba, John Cena, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas in lead roles. It also features Paddy Considine, Stephen Root, Carla Gugino, Jack Quaid and Sarah Niles. The film will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on July 2, in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada languages. In this action-packed film, Priyanka plays Noel Bisset, an MI6 agent who joins forces with John Cena and Idris Elba's characters to navigate a high-stakes situation after their diplomatic mission is disrupted. The 42-year-old actress also has 'SSMB 29', a film directed by SS Rajamouli. This project marks her first collaboration with the acclaimed director and stars Mahesh Babu alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. The actress will also portray a 19th-century Caribbean pirate in 'The Bluff", which is a swashbuckler drama film co-written by Frank E. Flowers and Joe Ballarini, with Flowers also directing. The film stars Karl Urban, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Safia Oakley-Green, and Vedanten Naidoo. Set in the Caribbean islands during the 19th century, the film features Priyanka as a former female pirate who must protect her family when her past catches up to her. First Published:
India Today
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Priyanka Chopra teaches Jimmy Fallon how to pack a punch on The Tonight Show
Priyanka Chopra on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'. (Credit: YouTube/@TheTonightShowStarringJimmyFallon) India Today Entertainment Desk Priyanka Chopra showcased her fist-fighting skills against Jimmy Fallon She made an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' She will next be seen in the film 'Heads of State' Actor Priyanka Chopra knows how to pack a punch, not just in movies but also in real life. The 42-year-old global icon demonstrated her fist-fighting skills on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'. A promo released by the makers on Friday, June 20, showcased the light banter between the actor and host Jimmy Fallon. In the video on YouTube, Priyanka tells Jimmy Fallon, "Take it easy", as they share a hearty laugh. In the episode, Chopra will talk about becoming a mother, why she keeps surgical glue in her stunt bag at all times, and starring in 'Heads of State' alongside Idris Elba and John Cena. This is not the first time that the actor has appeared on the show. She has been a guest several times in the past as well. 'Heads of State' is an action-comedy film that will be released on Prime Video on July 2. The trailer, recently released online, gave an insight into the plot of the film. The movie revolves around two heads of state and an MI6 agent who come together to save the world from a global conspiracy. Priyanka plays the role of the MI6 agent Noel Bisset. She mediates between the UK PM Sam Clarke (played by Idris) and the US President Will Derringer (played by Derringer), engaged in a public rivalry. They are forced to work together when they become targets of a foreign adversary. Watch the trailer here: Interestingly, Priyanka rose to fame in Hollywood with her American thriller drama television series 'Quantico.' Priyanka played Alex Parish, who joins the Federal Bureau of Investigation and becomes a prime suspect in a terrorist attack on Grand Central Terminal. Her strong acting skills and daredevil stunts were the highlight of the show. Other than 'Heads of State', the actor is currently busy shooting for SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, 'SSMB29.' The film also stars Mahesh Babu and R Madhavan in key roles. Actor Priyanka Chopra knows how to pack a punch, not just in movies but also in real life. The 42-year-old global icon demonstrated her fist-fighting skills on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'. A promo released by the makers on Friday, June 20, showcased the light banter between the actor and host Jimmy Fallon. In the video on YouTube, Priyanka tells Jimmy Fallon, "Take it easy", as they share a hearty laugh. In the episode, Chopra will talk about becoming a mother, why she keeps surgical glue in her stunt bag at all times, and starring in 'Heads of State' alongside Idris Elba and John Cena. This is not the first time that the actor has appeared on the show. She has been a guest several times in the past as well. 'Heads of State' is an action-comedy film that will be released on Prime Video on July 2. The trailer, recently released online, gave an insight into the plot of the film. The movie revolves around two heads of state and an MI6 agent who come together to save the world from a global conspiracy. Priyanka plays the role of the MI6 agent Noel Bisset. She mediates between the UK PM Sam Clarke (played by Idris) and the US President Will Derringer (played by Derringer), engaged in a public rivalry. They are forced to work together when they become targets of a foreign adversary. Watch the trailer here: Interestingly, Priyanka rose to fame in Hollywood with her American thriller drama television series 'Quantico.' Priyanka played Alex Parish, who joins the Federal Bureau of Investigation and becomes a prime suspect in a terrorist attack on Grand Central Terminal. Her strong acting skills and daredevil stunts were the highlight of the show. Other than 'Heads of State', the actor is currently busy shooting for SS Rajamouli's upcoming film, 'SSMB29.' The film also stars Mahesh Babu and R Madhavan in key roles. Join our WhatsApp Channel
