Badshah’s ‘Kala Chashma’ Hits 1 Billion YouTube Views – Global Bulletin
variety.comBadshah has reached a milestone with his 2016 hit “Kala Chashma” surpassing 1 billion views on YouTube. The song, featuring Katrina Kaif and Sidharth Malhotra from the film “Baar Baar Dekho,” marks the first time an Indian rapper has achieved this feat.
The achievement comes weeks before Badshah’s scheduled headlining performance at the Mirchi Fest in the Netherlands. Badshah expressed gratitude for the milestone, stating, “It’s a testament to the incredible support and love I’ve received from my fans.” He views the achievement as a sign of growing acceptance for Indian hip-hop globally.
Saurabh Abbi of TM Talent Management noted the song’s impact on Indian pop culture and its showcase of Indian music on the world stage.
Italian production firm Blu Yazmine has acquired the local rights to Nippon TV’s hit unscripted game show “Red Carpet Survival.” The Italian production, comprising 30-to-60-minute episodes, was filmed near Milan and is set to stream on Prime Video Italy in 2025. “Red Carpet Survival” is a high-energy game show where contestants act as bodyguards who must safely escort a celebrity VIP.
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