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A superstar is a widely acclaimed celebrity. Superstar or superstars may also refer to: People * "Superstar" Krishna (1943–2022), Indian film actor, director and producer in Telugu cinema * "Superstar" Mahesh Babu (born 1975), Indian actor * "Superstar" Rajinikanth (born 1950), Indian actor * "Superstar" Nora Aunor (1953–2025), Filipino actress * "Superstar" Santhosh Pandit, Indian actor and filmmaker * Har Mar Superstar (born 1978), musician from Minnesota * Princess Superstar (aka Concetta Kirschner, born 1971), Italian-American rapper * Rajesh Khanna (1942–2012), Indian film actor and politician, known as the "First Superstar" of Indian cinema * Roni Duani (born 1986), Israeli singer also known as Roni Superstar * Shakib Khan (born 1979), Bangladeshi actor popularly referred as Superstar Shakib Khan * Warhol superstars, the associates of Andy Warhol * WWE Superstar, a branding term referring to a WWE wrestler ** Superstar Billy Graham (born 1943), used the name Supe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar
A superstar is someone who has great popular appeal and is widely known, prominent, or successful in their field. Celebrities referred to as "superstars" may include individuals who work as actors, musicians, athletes, and other media-based professions. History The origin of the term in the context of celebrity is uncertain, but a similar expression is attested in John Nyren's 1832 cricket book '' The Cricketers of My Time''. Nyren described the 18th-century cricketer John Small as "a star of the first magnitude".John Nyren, ''The Cricketers of my Time'', Robson, 1998, p.57. The earliest use of the term "superstar" has been credited to Frank Patrick in reference to the ice hockey players on his Vancouver Millionaires teams of the 1910s and 1920s, specifically Cyclone Taylor. In the June 1977 edition of ''Interview'' magazine, pop artist Andy Warhol was asked by editor Glenn O'Brien who invented the word "superstar". Warhol, known for popularizing the term, responded, "I th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (1999 Film)
''Superstar'' is a 1999 American romantic comedy film and a ''Saturday Night Live'' spin-off about a quirky, socially inept girl named Mary Katherine Gallagher. The character was created by ''SNL'' star Molly Shannon and appeared as a recurring character on ''SNL'' in numerous skits. The story follows Mary Katherine trying to find her place in her Roman Catholic private school. The movie is directed by '' Kids in the Hall'' member Bruce McCulloch. It stars Molly Shannon, Will Ferrell, Elaine Hendrix, Harland Williams, Mark McKinney, who appeared in many of the Mary Katherine Gallagher ''SNL'' skits on TV, and Glynis Johns in her final film. Molly Shannon received a nomination for Blockbuster Entertainment Award "Favorite Actress - Comedy" but lost out to Heather Graham in '' Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me''. Plot As a child, Mary Katherine Gallagher rescues a boy with a distinctive birthmark at the public pool. An orphan, she lives with her grandmother, and becomes ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Star (Taiwanese TV Series)
''Super Star'', also known as ''TTV Super Star'' since 2020 ( ) is an annual Chinese New Year's Eve television special produced by Taiwanese broadcaster TTV. It is broadcast simultaneously on television and on the OTT platform, nationally and internationally by the TTV network and by some overseas broadcasters (mainly Singapore and Malaysia) which also acquired programming rights to air the program. Taiwan Mobile was later sponsored the event and carried digital rights for simulcast premiere in Taiwan starting from the 2018 edition. The first special premiered on February 13, 2010, the eve of the 2010's Chinese New Year, and has span a total of 14 competitions since. The competition is basically similar to the NHK's New Year's Eve special, ''Kōhaku Uta Gassen'', which first premiered in 1951, albeit several differences from the original counterpart. History and format Similar to ''Kōhaku Uta Gassen'', these songs and performers are examined by a selection committee put toget ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (British TV Series)
''Superstar'' is a British talent search, looking for the lead role in a production of the 1971 rock opera ''Jesus Christ Superstar''. The series started on 7 July 2012 on ITV and was presented by Amanda Holden. In the final, on 25 July 2012, 31-year-old Ben Forster was chosen as Jesus to perform the role in the UK arena tour starting in September 2012. 24-year-old Rory Taylor came in second place. The Team The series was presented by Amanda Holden. The Panel consisted of Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jason Donovan, Dawn French and Melanie C. David Grindrod and Will Burton led the casting team, with Yvie Burnett serving as the vocal coach. Format Nationwide auditions The Nationwide auditions began in March 2012 visiting London, Dublin, Belfast, Manchester, Glasgow and Cardiff. The judges are Andrew Lloyd Webber, Melanie C, Jason Donovan and David Grindrod. Host Amanda Holden was on hand for the auditionees. Grindrod judged the nationwide auditions and was joined by Donovan and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (Philippine TV Program)
''Superstar'' is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by RPN and IBC. Hosted by Nora Aunor, it aired from 1970 to October 1, 1989 and was the longest-running musical variety show on Philippine primetime television, airing for 22 years. Hosts Main Host *Nora Aunor† Co-hosts * German Moreno† (1975–1989) *Cherie Gil† (1984–1989) * Jaclyn Jose† (1987–1989) *Susan Africa (1987—1989) *Jograd de la Torre (1987–1989) Critical response In 1987, Henry C. Tejero of the ''Manila Standard'' named the series as the best musical variety show of 1987, stating that over the years, the series became "a compendium of musical and visual styles in local television. ''Superstar'' is the chronicle of Aunor's rise and fall and ultimate apotheosis as The Phenomenon." See also *Radio Philippines Network *Nora Aunor Nora Cabaltera Villamayor (May 21, 1953 – April 16, 2025), known professionally as Nora Aunor (), was a Filipino actress, producer and singer. Known f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (Brazilian TV Series)
''Superstar'' (also stylized ''SuperStar'') is a Brazilian live reality television singing competition airing on TV Globo. Based on the Israeli singing competition '' Rising Star'', the series was created by Keshet Media Group and developed by Screenz Cross Media LTD. The show's format lets viewers vote for contestants via mobile apps. The winner is entitled to a R$ 500,000 prize, a new Ford Ka and a recording contract with Som Livre. The Brazilian version only allows bands or groups to compete, not solo artists and duos, to avoid clashing with '' The Voice Brasil'' (also produced and broadcast by TV Globo during the Southern Hemisphere spring). The series premiered on April 6, 2014. In June 2014, TV Globo renewed the show for a second season. In November 2016, TV Globo canceled the series after three seasons due to declining viewership. Format ''SuperStar'' features a cast of celebrity experts and considers the viewers at home the judges. During each performance, the audien ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2021 Film)
''Superstar'' is a 2021 Nigerian romantic drama film released on 29 December 2021 by Inkblot Productions. The film features an ensemble cast including Nancy Isime, Deyemi Okanlawon, Timini Egbuson, Daniel Etim Effiong, and Eku Edewor. ''Superstar'' was jointly produced by Inkblot Productions and FilmOne Studios, marking the ninth collaboration between the two studios. Plot An up-and-coming actress named Queen experiences a rise to stardom and success as she faces the different challenges of life on her way to stardom. She is faced with different challenges and also faced with an occurrence from her past, her unyielding ex-boyfriend, her new life, and stardom itself. Life just became a crossroad for Queen. The intriguing drama exemplifies the growth and adventure of an upcoming actress in Nollywood Nollywood, a portmanteau of Nigeria and Hollywood, is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term goes back to the early 2000 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2019 Film)
''Superstar'' is a 2019 Pakistani romantic, musical-drama film, starring Bilal Ashraf and Mahira Khan. It is directed by Mohammed Ehteshamuddin, produced by Momina & Duraid Films, and the music and screenplay are by Azaan Sami Khan. The story of the film follows Noori (played by Mahira Khan), who works in a theatre run by her uncle Agha Jan (played by Nadeem Baig), her entry in films and her romance and betrayal. The principal photography of the film began in March 2019. It was released on the occasion of Eid al-Adha on 12 August 2019 by Hum Films under Momina & Duraid Films. Plot The story is about Noori, a struggling theatre artist who wants to work in films. She has been doing advertisements along with theatre. One day her advertisement is scheduled along with Sameer. The crew waits for him while Noori practices along with props and costumes backstage, Sameer sees her and gets attracted towards her. During the shoot, the director does not like Noori's acting and asks ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2017 Film)
''Superstar'' (2017) is a Gujarati romantic thriller film directed by Bhavin Wadia. It is presented by Navkar Events Private Limited and produced by Snehan Dave. The film marks the debut of Dhruvin Shah and is the first Gujarati film of TV actor Rashami Desai. The film was slated to release on 3 February 2017. The film was released on Netflix in the US on 10 August 2017. Plot Rishi Kapadia aka RK is a reigning Bollywood superstar. Married to Anjali ( Rashami Desai), he has a son and a happy family. Their smooth life is shaken up and thrown out of gear when a series of incidents put RK and Anjali's life in a fix. The film tells the story of their race to find out who is trying to destroy their lives before the antagonist succeeds. Cast * Dhruvin Shah as Rishi Kapadia aka RK * Rashami Desai as Anjali Kapadia *Harshad kumar as inspector vaghela Soundtrack Superstar features songs sung by Armaan Malik, Shekhar Ravjiani, Arvind Vegda and Aishwarya Majumdar. Music and b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2015 Film)
''Superstar'' is a Nollywood Nollywood, a portmanteau of Nigeria and Hollywood, is a sobriquet that originally referred to the Nigerian film industry. The origin of the term goes back to the early 2000s, traced to an article in ''The New York Times''. Due to the history ... movie produced and directed by US born Nigerian producer Toni Abulu, the CEO of Black Ivory Limited, an entertainment company with over 30 years experience in film making. The movie shows a story of a Nigerian artist (Tekno) who struggles in the Nigerian music industry. The film premiered on June 5, 2015 courtesy of Silverbird Distributions. The film features Nigerian young artist Tekno and Iyanya which make it there first time acting on a TV show. Overview Tekno (as Modele or Dele) and his friend (his manager, Ovie) in the movie have dropped out from the university in order to pursue a music career. He has to undergo a lot of obstacles starting from his family who do not agree on the idea of a music ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2012 Film)
''Superstar'' is a 2012 French comedy film directed by Xavier Giannoli. The film was selected to compete for the Golden Lion at the 69th Venice International Film Festival. Plot Martin Kazinski (Kad Merad) is a middle-aged working stiff who, on the train to work one morning, discovers he has inexplicably become a celebrity. His simple life is turned upside down. As he asks "Why?" his life becomes more and more complicated. He sees a lawyer for help in getting people to leave him alone, and is put in contact with a media agent, Fleur Arnaud, whose efforts inadvertently make him more and more famous. When he appears on Fleur's television show, everything he says is twisted into a symbolic statement, and the more he pleads for his privacy, the more famous he becomes. He is told he is causing disruption at his job and is pursued by well-wishers and paparazzi. Others are jealous and resent his "success." Fleur and he grow close, though she is having an affair with the manipulative p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superstar (2009 Film)
Superstar (in Persian: سوپر استار) is an Iranian film directed and written by Tahmineh Milani, produced in 2008 in Iran. Plot A spoiled Iranian screen idol Kourosh Zand ( Shahab Hosseini) meets Raha Azimi ( Fataneh Malek-Mohammadi), a teenage girl who claims to be his daughter. She moves in with Zand and disrupts his privileged lifestyle. Cast * Shahab Hosseini - Kourosh Zand * Nasrin Moghanloo - Shahla * Fataneh Malek Mohammadi - Raha Azimi * Sara Khoeiniha - Director's wife * Elsa Firouz Azar - Sarah * Reza Rashidpour - Kourosh' colleague * Mohammad Reza Sharifinia - Director * Narges Mohammadi - Stage Secretary * Fariba Kosari - Mother of Kourosh * Leila Zare * Afsaneh Bayegan * Tina Taherizadeh - Beggar child Reception Reviewers have compared Superstar unfavourably to Milani's previous films, with ''Chicago Reader'' reviewer J R Jones stating "Milani is best known for films exposing the plight of women in the Islamic republic ..Any such themes are downp ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
