Steinfeld and Allen expecting first child

Actor Hailee Steinfeld and her husband, Josh Allen, are expecting their first baby together. Steinfeld shared the news on Friday through her Substack newsletter while highlighting her favorite moments of the year. The announcement included a short video of the couple holding hands beside a small snowman. Steinfeld is seen wearing a sweater reading “mother,” while Allen kneels to kiss her baby bump. The reveal came just a day after Steinfeld’s 29th birthday. Allen is also 29.

The couple married earlier this year in a private ceremony in California after dating since 2023. Steinfeld is known for her roles in Hawkeye, Pitch Perfect and Sinners. Congratulations poured in from across sports and entertainment circles, with the NFL sharing the video on social media. Meanwhile, Allen and the Buffalo Bills are preparing for a crucial AFC East matchup against the New England Patriots this weekend.

 

Amy Schumer announces divorce

Comedian and actress Amy Schumer has announced that she and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, have decided to end their marriage after seven years. In a statement shared publicly, Schumer said the decision was difficult but amicable, adding that they still love and respect each other and will continue to focus on raising their son. The couple asked for privacy during this time.

Schumer and Fischer married in February 2018 in Malibu, California, and welcomed their son in May 2019. They also collaborated professionally, starring together in the Food Network series Amy Schumer Learns to Cook and the HBO mini-series Expecting Amy, which documented Schumer’s challenging pregnancy.

Schumer’s Hulu dramedy Life & Beth was partly inspired by her marriage. She rose to fame with the 2015 film Trainwreck and remains active in comedy and acting. Fischer is an award-winning chef and cookbook author.

‘Lokanti’ to release nationwide on Dec 12

Nepali narrative film Lokanti, produced under the banner of Krishan Films, is set to hit cinema halls across the country simultaneously from Friday, Dec 12. Along with the announcement of its release date, the makers have also unveiled the film’s first-look poster. Directed by Ranjit Rana, Lokanti is presented as a complete family drama, placing themes of family, love, struggle, peace, and subtle social conflicts at its core.

Actor Yasraj Garach plays the lead role in the film, which has been shot in the natural and authentic locations of Kavre district. The movie aims to highlight the social sensitivities embedded within a family love story.

Produced by Santosh Neupane, the film features actress and model Richa Thapa opposite Garach. Other key cast members include Bimala Limbu, Kumar Neupane, Bikash Adhikari, Daman Rupakheti, and Govinda Prabhat. The film also marks the acting debut of Kumar Neupane and Bikash Adhikari, both of whom have expressed excitement about their first venture.

The music is composed by Bikash Chaudhary, while Ronish Tamang has handled the cinematography. Rooted in Nepali culture, Lokanti promises audiences a fresh blend of emotion and social storytelling.

Arjun Sapkota’s new song “Jhaliko” released

Singer and composer Arjun Sapkota’s new song “Jhaliko” has been released through his official YouTube channel. The song features vocals by Sapkota along with popular singers Melina Rai and Samikshya Adhikari.

The lyrics were penned by Santosh Sapkota, with contributions from Krishna Reule and Pradeep Rodan in the hook line and ghazal sections, respectively.

The music video, based on a story by Dipa Simkhada and Bishal Ghimire, portrays the pain and struggles of Nepalis who go abroad for employment. It highlights the harsh reality of migrant workers leaving home with dreams of a better future, only to return in coffins.

Directed by Bishal Ghimire, the video stars Arjun Kusum Bhandari and Shibu Pandey in lead roles. It also features performances by Rajendra Aryal, Santosh Sapkota, Sabin Dotel, and Shreedhar Adhikari. The cinematography is by Buddha Thapa, and the video has been edited by Dinson Shah.