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Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Parents-to-be Varun Tej, Lavanya Tripathi have the time of their lives during babymoon by the beach. Watch
Jun 21, 2025 07:06 PM IST Actor couple Varun Tej Konidela and Lavanya Tripathi are getting married soon. On their social media, the couple posted a glimpse of their babymoon in what looks like the Maldives. They seem to be soaking in the sun and getting as much personal time as possible before the arrival of their baby. (Also Read: Varun Tej shows off pizza-making skills to pregnant wife Lavanya Tripathi; internet says he's ready to 'become a father') Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi are vacationing before the arrival of their baby. Varun and Lavanya posted a video on their Instagram, writing, 'Living the island edit (waves emoji).' In the video, the couple shared some of their sweet moments, like walking on the sand together while holding hands or enjoying a candlelit dinner by the sea. The two even rented out a yacht, with Lavanya all smiles as she relaxed in it. Varun and Lavanya also enjoyed sunrises and sunsets together, if the video is anything to go by. Fans thought this glimpse of their babymoon was the cutest thing ever, leaving heart emojis in the comments section. About Varun and Lavanya Varun and Lavanya worked together in the 2017 film Mister. The couple dated for a few years but kept their relationship private. The couple got engaged in June 2023 in Hyderabad in the presence of their family and friends. They got married in Tuscany, Italy, in a traditional Telugu ceremony in November of the same year. In May, Varun and Lavanya announced that they're about to be parents soon. They posted a picture of themselves holding hands and a pair of baby booties. Lavanya also posted a video of Varun pampering her at home by making a pizza. Recent work Varun was last seen in Karuna Kumar's period action film Matka, which is based on real-life instances of Matka gambling. Varun played Vasu in the film, a man who rises in ranks in the gambling business but is crossed by those close to him. Lavanya was last seen in Happy Birthday and a web series titled Miss Perfect.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Soon-to-be parents Lavanya Tripathi and Varun Tej Konidela enjoy their babymoon on a cosy island
Tollywood's beloved couple, Varun Tej Konidela and Lavanya Tripathi , delighted fans with the joyous news of expecting their first child through a social media post in May this year. The couple have now shared an unmissable video from their babymoon getaway. Varun Tej Konidela and Lavanya Tripathi's babymoon getaway 03:06 Varun Tej and Lavanaya Tripathi are officially married! Check out this group photo featuring Chiranjeevi, Allu Arjun and others Varun posted a video from their recent vacation on a serene island with the caption, 'Living the island edit.' Lavanya's baby bump caught attention, and she looked visibly happy in the video. The soon-to-be mother was seen having fun while soaking in the sea and enjoying delicious food with great joy. The 'Mister' actress was also seen taking a nap while hugging a cute pillow, embracing the relaxing vibe of the trip. At the same time, the soon-to-be father, Varun Tej, was seen enjoying games and indulging in food on the island. The couple were recently spotted at Hyderabad airport en route to their vacation. Lavanya was dressed in a casual hoodie that gently concealed her baby bump. Varun and Lavanya 's pregnancy The duo first announced their pregnancy by sharing a picture of them holding hands, with a tiny pair of baby shoes nestled between their palms. Varun was later seen cooking and making pizza for Lavanya to satisfy her pregnancy cravings. Work front of Varun and Lavanya On the work front, Varun Tej was last seen in 'Matka', a historical crime drama helmed by Karuna Kumar. The film featured a strong ensemble cast, including Meenakshi Chaudhary, Nora Fatehi, Naveen Chandra, and Saloni Aswani. Matka received lukewarm responses and didn't fare well at the box office. Meanwhile, Lavanya was last seen in the OTT series 'Miss Perfect'.
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Candlelight dinner to sea gazing, parents-to-be Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi enjoy babymoon in the most romantic way-- WATCH
Varun Tej Konidela and Lavanya Tripathi are soon going to be parents after announcing their pregnancy in May. Now, the duo was seen on their babymoon on an island. Sharing some splendid moments, the Telugu cinema's popular celebrity couple were seen making some happy memories together. From dinner dates to basking in the sun and sea gazing, the vacation truly appears to be a serene and blissful relaxing time for parents-to-be. Unveiling the babymoon moments, Varun Tej shared a video of their time on the island and wrote in the caption, 'Living the island edit.' Varun Tej Konidela and Lavanya Tripathi spend babymoon together Earlier, Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi were seen flying out of Hyderabad airport together. The actors were seen walking side by side as the mom-to-be covered her baby bump with an oversized hoodie. Talking about the happy couple, the duo announced their pregnancy a few weeks ago with a post on social media. Varun and Lavanya posted a picture holding hands together with a pair of baby shoes in their hand. Varun Tej and Lavanya announce their pregnancy Over the days after announcing their pregnancy, Varun was seen making homemade pizza for his wife, pampering her with care and affection. For those unaware, Varun and Lavanya tied the wedding knot in November 2023, after years of dating. Following a year of marriage, the celebrities are now expecting a baby, with several stars congratulating them on the new beginnings. Coming to Varun Tej Konidela's work front, the actor was last seen in the period action thriller Matka. The movie, written and directed by Karuna Kumar, featured a tale that took place between 1634 and 1888 in Visakhapatnam, based on real-life incidents. The film follows the life of Vasu, a man who is lured into the Matka gambling business and gets into the complex world of crime. Despite his rise, he is later crossed by his close personnel, with the rest of the movie focusing on how he manages to overcome them. Apart from Varun, the movie has an ensemble cast of actors like Meenakshi Chaudhary, Nora Fatehi, Naveen Chandra, Saloni Aswani, and many more in key roles. The movie met with negative reviews upon release and underperformed at the box office.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Special to be on set where women aren't just in front of the camera: Kritika on Anusha Rizvi's film
Special to be on set where women aren't just in front of the camera: Kritika on Anusha Rizvi's filmActress Kritika Kamra has wrapped up shooting for Anusha Rizvi's upcoming yet-to-be-titled film in Delhi, and she's calling the experience 'pretty special' for all the right reasons. What sets this project apart, according to Kritika, is the strong presence of women both in front of and behind the camera. Sharing her thoughts, Kritika said, 'It's pretty special to find yourself on a set where women aren't just in front of the camera, but are leading from every corner—direction, production, costumes, and more. Working with Anusha Rizvi was truly a gift.' The film brings together a talented female cast including Juhi Babbar and Shreya Dhanwanthary, along with several other seasoned women actors. Kritika, who has often collaborated with remarkable female talent throughout her career, emphasized the impact of such a dynamic environment. 'With this film, Anusha brings such a strong vision and creates a truly open space for collaboration. There's a different kind of energy when powerful women come together—it's nurturing, inspiring, and deeply enriching,' she added. 'We weren't just telling a story; we were sharing lived experiences, supporting each other, and lifting each other up.' The film, extensively shot in Delhi, is now in post-production. Apart from this project, Kritika will next be seen in the much-anticipated web series Matka King, starring Vijay Varma. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Nagraj Manjule (Sairat, Fandry), the series delves into the gritty world of 1960s Mumbai, tracing the rise of an enterprising cotton trader who creates a new gambling phenomenon called 'Matka'. Matka King also features Sai Tamhankar, Gulshan Grover, and Siddharth Jadhav, and is written by Abhay Koranne and Manjule. The show is being produced under Roy Kapur Films by Siddharth Roy Kapur, Nagraj Manjule, Gargi Kulkarni, Ashish Aryan, and Ashwini Sidwani.
LeMonde
07-06-2025
- Politics
- LeMonde
Russia steps up use of new military technologies against Ukraine, including AI
Bursts of automatic gunfire rang out some hundred meters away. The soldiers chatting on the side of the road connecting Sloviansk and Dobropillia in eastern Ukraine at first paid no attention. But, when a buzzing sound filled the air, someone shouted: "Drone!" A confused voice asked, "Ours or the enemy's?" Soldiers at the nearby Ukrainian military checkpoint had already answered the question with their weapons. The troops ran to take cover under the trees and bushes below. The loitering munition continued its course in the sky, then vanished from sight. No one was sure what exactly had just flown over them. The nearest Russian positions were 20 kilometers away, a distance considered relatively safe and out of reach for most enemy attack drones. "The situation is deteriorating rapidly," said Maxime, an officer with the 14 th assault brigade, Tchervona Kalyna ("Red Viburnum"), who was not authorized to give his last name. "That drone had wings. It was either a Molniya or a Matka." The officer explained that the latter is a "mother drone," which carries four small loitering munitions, or kamikaze drones. This mother drone doubles the range of Russian attack drones. It is also used for aerial reconnaissance and for guiding its "children" to their targets. "We saw the first Matka 10 months ago. Since then, it's been improved and has spread everywhere. The road to Dobropillia is heavily targeted now. There are destroyed vehicles everywhere, including civilian ones. If the 'children' don't find a high-value target [armored vehicles or artillery], they start to strike anything that's alive."
