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Which Character Will Lady Gaga Play in Wednesday Season 2 Alongside Jenna Ortega?
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Which Character Will Lady Gaga Play in Wednesday Season 2 Alongside Jenna Ortega?

Lady Gaga will make an appearance in Wednesday Season 2 alongside Jenna Ortega. The pop sensation’s acting career seems to be booming, with her latest gig being Joker: Folie à Deux opposite Joaquin Phoenix. She has also earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for A Star Is Born, in which she starred alongside Bradley Cooper.

According to Variety, Gaga is all set for a cameo in the sophomore season of the highly anticipated Netflix blockbuster directed by Tim Burton. The show is currently in production and they have been filming in Ireland since April 2024. Though the showrunners wanted the pop icon to star in a major role in the series, that did not come to fruition.

Gaga’s role and the extent of her cameo are currently being kept a secret; however, the cast had previously teased at the Netflix Tudum event that the new season would include several new and exciting characters. The Addams Family, which became a cult classic inspiring a generation in the gothic subculture, is rife with eccentric characters that fit in perfectly and timelessly with the modern version on Netflix. 

The Bad Romance hitmaker’s involvement in the project comes after her 2011 song Bloody Mary from her Born This Way album went viral as fans kept editing it with a popular clip of Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday dancing to Goo Goo Muck by The Cramps from the first season.

Reflecting on the future possibility of the Judas singer appearing on the show, Ortega told the outlet in 2023, “If Lady Gaga were to be a part of it, [Gaga’s character and Wednesday] would have to be two monsters who understand each other.”

Wednesday Season 2 stars Jenna Ortega as Wednesday, Emma Myers as Enid, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Wednesday’s mom Morticia Addams, Luis Guzmán as Wednesday’s dad Gomez Addams, and Isaac Ordonez as Wednesday’s younger brother Pugsley Addams. Meanwhile, as per Deadline, Ortega had once voiced her wish “to see Cousin Itt,” while many other cast members rooted for Grandmama Addams (Joanna Lumley) to make an appearance. While Lady Gaga’s role is not known, fans can still expect a thrilling season ahead.

ALSO READ: Wednesday Season 2: Who All Are Joining The Cast? Find Here

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What is Ayyappa Deeksha? Times why Ram Charan opted to go barefoot for Game Changer teaser launch and on a flight for Oscars
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What is Ayyappa Deeksha? Times why Ram Charan opted to go barefoot for Game Changer teaser launch and on a flight for Oscars

A few days ago, Ram Charan arrived barefoot at the teaser launch event of his highly anticipated film Game Changer in Lucknow. He sported an all-black look alongside his co-star Kiara Advani at the grand ceremony. Do you know why the actor did so at the event? It’s because Ram Charan is currently observing Ayyappa Deeksha.

What is Ayyappa Deeksha?

Ayyappa Deeksha is a 41-day Hindu religious observance practiced by devotees of Swamy Ayyappa before their pilgrimage to the Sabarimala temple in Kerala. The fast highlights the importance of austerity and self-discipline for those seeking spiritual growth and a deeper connection with the Divine.

During this period, devotees must follow several guidelines, especially before ascending the 18 steps (pathinettu padikal) to the temple. One of the key aspects of the observance is wearing a bead chain with a locket of Sree Ayyappan. Once the chain is worn, devotees commit to a lifestyle free of indulgences and worldly distractions, including abstaining from smoking and alcohol.

While Ayyappan worship has been practiced in Kerala for centuries, the practice grew significantly in the 20th century and began to spread across much of Southern India. Numerous temples across South India are dedicated to Ayyappan and the most famous one is located at Sabarimala. It is situated on the banks of the Pamba River in the Western Ghats of Kerala.  The temple is open only on specific days throughout the year.

During this spiritual journey, every devotee is required to wear a garland made of Tulsi or Rudraksha beads. Swamis typically wear black, dark blue, or saffron attire and walk barefoot. Devotees also refrain from shaving their beard or cutting their hair during this period.

Times when Ram Charan followed Ayyappa Deeksha

Ram Charan has a history of following Ayyappa Deeksha. Almost every year the Game Changer actor observes this 41-day-long ritual. He followed the sacred vow during the success of RRR in 2022. Last year, he undertook spiritual practice for his daughter, Klin Kaara Konidela. 

Meanwhile, on the work front, the actor is all set for the release of Game Changer on January 10, 2025. Next, he will be seen alongside Janhvi Kapoor in RC 16.

ALSO READ: Game Changer teaser OUT: Ram Charan is simply ‘unpredictable’ in this action-packed political drama; Kiara Advani sparks fabulous chemistry

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New Zealand MP disrupts parliament with haka protest
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New Zealand MP disrupts parliament with haka protest

The Treaty Principles Bill seeks to redefine the principles that have been used in support of Māori. 

​The Treaty Principles Bill seeks to redefine the principles that have been used in support of Māori.  

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