Bollywood-to-NBA crossover: Bhangra Empire’s Warriors performance goes viral

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January 9, 2026

According to Moneycontrol, the title track from Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar took over a Golden State Warriors game atmosphere when dance crew Bhangra Empire performed to it, sending clips across social media.

The moment is being celebrated as a pop-culture crossover: Bollywood sound meets NBA arena energy, amplified by Instagram sharing and comment hype.

As clips continue to circulate, observers expect knock-on effects like streaming bumps and more cultural dance crews being booked for arena shows.

Bhangra Empire (Instagram): “Starting our Warriors game performance off with a bang!”
Times of India (Web): “Starting our Warriors game performance off with a bang!”

Echotitbits take: This is NBA culture in 2026—global sounds become arena moments fast. Watch for more teams booking diaspora crews and whether the track sees a measurable streaming lift after the viral spike.

Source: Dna India – https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-dhurandhar-takes-over-nba-viral-video-shows-bhangra-performance-on-ranveer-singh-s-song-wowing-us-crowd-3196431/ 2026-01-09
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The Kid LAROI releases ‘Before I Forget’ and leans into heartbreak storytelling

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January 9, 2026

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Per PEOPLE, The Kid LAROI released his album Before I Forget on Jan. 9, leaning into more personal songwriting and reflective themes tied to heartbreak.

The rollout is being read as both a creative pivot and a strategic reset, as fans comb through lyrics for real-life references.

New-release coverage also keeps the project in wider pop conversation beyond core music audiences.

The Kid LAROI (Instagram): “It’s also the most personal thing I’ve ever made.”
Billboard (Web): “Friday Music Guide…” (new releases coverage)

Echotitbits take: Personal albums travel faster when fans turn them into story content. Watch for the lead single push, interview run, and how the lyric narrative shapes the tour aesthetic.

Source: PEOPLE — 2026-01-09 — https://people.com/the-kid-laroi-gets-candid-about-tate-mcrae-heartbreak-on-before-i-forget-11882119

Source: RollingStone – https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-album-reviews/the-kid-laroi-before-i-forget-breakup-album-1235494202/ 2026-01-09
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Meghan Trainor taps TikTok humor amid celebrity ‘mom group’ drama chatter

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January 9, 2026

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As PEOPLE reports, Meghan Trainor posted a TikTok framing her reaction to the ongoing “celebrity mom group” discourse tied to Ashley Tisdale French’s essay.

The clip uses humor and trending formats, functioning as an indirect comment that keeps the conversation moving without addressing details head-on.

The broader story continues to roll as connected names react in posts and stories, turning it into a serialized social-media moment.

Meghan Trainor (TikTok): “Me finding out about the apparent mom group drama.”
Matthew Koma (Instagram Stories): “When You’re The Most Self Obsessed Tone Deaf Person On Earth…”

Echotitbits take: Friend-group narratives now behave like episodic content. Watch for whether any named figures address specifics, or if it stays in memes and indirect posts.

Source: PEOPLE — 2026-01-09 — https://people.com/meghan-trainor-breaks-her-silence-on-mom-group-drama-11881709

Source: PEOPLE – https://people.com/meghan-trainor-breaks-her-silence-on-mom-group-drama-11881709 2026-01-09
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Osimhen’s touchline flare-up sparks renewed debate on leadership and temperament

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January 9, 2026

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Figures cited by The Guardian Nigeria highlight renewed concern about Victor Osimhen’s on-field temperament following a reported incident involving teammate Ademola Lookman.

Other coverage suggests the situation may be contained internally, as unity messages and reports of apologies circulated afterward.

The episode shows how one sideline moment can dominate the story cycle more than the result itself in today’s social-first sports media.

AP via SMDailyJournal (Web): “Just football… together always.”
Soccernet.ng (Web): “Osimhen… apologised to Lookman…”

Echotitbits take: Star players now manage two games—on the pitch and online. Watch for official team comments, future lineup dynamics, and whether leadership narratives affect public-brand positioning.

Source: The Guardian Nigeria — 2026-01-09 —https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/football/848216-why-osimhens-temperament-matters-as-much-as-his-goals.html

Source: The Guardian Nigeria 2026-01-09
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Apostle Chikere saga escalates as estranged husband renews fraud allegations (unverified)

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January 9, 2026

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In an update published by Legit.ng, Pastor Martin Ugbulu—identified as estranged husband of Apostle Chikere Nwafor—raised fresh allegations after her video response denying earlier claims.

The dispute is now playing out online through clips, screenshots, and commentary, with key claims presented as allegations and not independently proven in public reporting.

Observers are calling for verifiable documents and formal filings, as the public narrative continues to evolve rapidly.

SaharaReporters (Web): “Apostle Chikere… accused of shipping her car… and falsely declaring it stolen…”
Stella Dimoko Korkus (Web): “I trusted her completely because we were married…”

Echotitbits take: This is high-stakes because it mixes religion, reputation, and potential legal exposure. Watch for verifiable documents, formal filings, and a direct response addressing specific claims.

Source: Legit.ng — 2026-01-09 — https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1691665-apostle-chikere-estranged-hubby-claps-allegation-following-video-lied/

Source:Legit.ng 2026-01-09
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Cubana Chief Priest faces fresh school-fees claims from alleged baby mama (unverified)

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January 9, 2026

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According to Legit.ng, a woman identified as Hellen Ati called out Cubana Chief Priest online over alleged responsibilities for a child’s school fees, with posts circulating widely on Instagram and blogs.

The claims are being discussed as a social-media dispute, with audiences demanding receipts and clarity while others warn against trying family matters in public.

At the time of reporting, the situation remains allegation-heavy, and readers are urged to treat viral clips cautiously.

Hellen Ati (Instagram): “Send School fees for ur son… I am tired of begging you…”
DavePlayBlogger (Instagram/Reel repost): “Cubana Chief Priest alleged baby mama… calls out…”

Echotitbits take: Unverified family disputes can still cause reputational damage once they trend. Watch for any verified statement, legal step, or credible documentation before treating claims as fact.

Source: GistReel — 2026-01-09 — https://www.gistreel.com/she-needs-help-at-this-point-cubana-chief-priests-alleged-baby-mama-hellen-ati-calls-him-out-over-sons-school-fees/

Source: GistReel 2026-01-09
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Johnny Drille’s school-fees joke sparks relatable ‘kids are expensive’ chatter

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January 9, 2026

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In a post shared by Johnny Drille, the singer joked that paying a child’s school fees quickly teaches parents that “kids are very expensive,” sparking waves of relatable replies from Nigerians online.

Many reactions connected the joke to broader pressures—school fees, inflation, and household budgeting—turning a one-liner into a wider lifestyle conversation.

The moment also underscores how celebrities increasingly build brand warmth through candid, everyday-life storytelling that travels fast.

Johnny Drille (X): “I just paid my child’s school fees and I realised kids are very expensive.”
Instagram repost (Post): “Kids are expensive…”

Echotitbits take: These small, human posts open big conversations about parenting economics. Watch for brands (family, finance, education) attempting to ride the relatability wave.

Source: LindaIkejisBlog — 2026-01-09 — https://lindaikejisblog.com/2026/1/kids-are-expensive-nigerian-singer-johnny-drille-laments-after-paying-his-daughters-school-fees.html

Source: LindaIkejisBlog 2026-01-09
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Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola laid to rest as burial videos trend

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January 9, 2026

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In an update published by Legit.ng, late Nollywood actress Allwell Ademola was laid to rest in Lagos, with videos and photos from the ceremony circulating widely and triggering emotional reactions from fans.

Online tributes and comment-thread memorials quickly followed, showing how Nollywood mourning increasingly plays out in the digital public square.

The moment has also sparked debates about what should be filmed during burials and the balance between documentation and privacy.

Punch Newspapers (Facebook Live): “LIVE: Burial Ceremony of Actress, Allwell Ademola.”
Instagram (Reel): “The family… announced she will be laid to rest… on January 9, 2026…”

Echotitbits take: Public grief online can be healing, but it can also pressure families into ‘performing’ mourning. Watch for verified family statements, colleague tributes, and any legacy initiative launched in her name.

Source: Youtube — 2026-01-09 — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaD-BNUZ1VM

Source: Youtube 2026-01-09
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Wizkid reportedly becomes first African act to cross 10B Spotify streams

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January 9, 2026

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According to Vanguard, Wizkid has been reported as the first African artiste to hit 10 billion total streams on Spotify, fueling renewed debate about Afrobeats’ global penetration and catalog longevity.

The milestone also places other top African streamers in context, highlighting how streaming has become a scoreboard for fanbases, labels, and touring leverage.

Beyond bragging rights, numbers like this can shape brand pricing, festival bookings, and negotiating power for catalogue deals as Afrobeats becomes more data-driven globally.

Techloy (Web): “Wizkid… becoming the first African artist to surpass 10 billion total streams on Spotify.”
Pulse Nigeria (Web): “Wizkid… 10 billion Spotify streams…”

Echotitbits take: Streaming milestones are market signals. Watch for playlist/editorial boosts, headline festival slots, and whether Wizkid’s camp ties the moment to a special live run or surprise release.

Source: Vanguard — 2026-01-09 — https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/01/wizkid-becomes-first-african-artiste-to-hit-10-billion-streams-on-spotify/

Source: Vanguard 2026-01-09
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Peller apologizes after restaurant altercation clip sparks backlash

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January 9, 2026

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Reporting by PM News Nigeria indicates that Nigerian TikToker/content creator Peller released an apology following backlash over a video linked to a restaurant altercation involving a woman identified in coverage as Oginika.

The apology message spread quickly across platforms, with commenters debating boundaries around filming, public shaming, and how creators handle conflict when cameras are rolling.

The incident has also reignited conversations about when “content” crosses into harassment and what meaningful accountability looks like after a clip has already traveled.

Legit.ng (Web): “Peller apologises after clash with Oginika in a restaurant.”
Instagram repost (Reel): “Oginika, I’m sorry.”

Echotitbits take: Influencer reputations now turn on crisis response speed—apology, restitution, and clarity. Watch for any direct restitution to the affected party and whether brands quietly step back or double down.

Source: Legit.ng — 2026-01-09 — https://www.legit.ng/entertainment/celebrities/1691593-peller-finally-apologises-lady-heated-restaurant-clash/

Source: Legit.ng 2026-01-09
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