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Ariana Grande Became the Most Followed Female Musician on Instagram

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5 years ago

August 11, 2019

The 25-year-old American singer, songwriter, and actress, Ariana Grande who is also the most followed female musician on YouTube, has received the same popularity on Instagram. Grande is primarily popular for her wide vocal range. She today has more than 146.29 million followers on Instagram. Grande has left Selena Gomez behind on Instagram who had previously held the top position in terms of the followers.

Currently, Selena has 146.27 million followers. Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez are holding the second and third position after soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo, amongst overall most-followed Instagram accounts. Cristiano Ronaldo has more than 156 million Instagram followers. Ronaldo had taken the title as the most followed person on Instagram from Selena Gomez in October 2018. He mostly has female Instagram followers in his account.

Grande has shown a drastic increment in Instagram followers count in the past four months from March 2019. Due to her hyperactive presence, she has managed to gain 13 million Instagram followers during the time period of four months. In September last year, she checked into an inpatient facility to treat mental health issues and shared that she would be taking a break from social media. That has been one of the reasons that caused an increase in her followers count on Instagram.

Grande became the most subscribed female musician on YouTube in February 2019 with 33.2 million subscribers and counting. She left behind previous record-holders Taylor Swift and Katy Perry. She is in second place in subscribers after Justin Bieber. Grande also holds the record of the biggest 24-hour music video debut for the title track of her latest album, Thank U, Next. Apart from Youtube and Instagram, she also has a vibrational social presence on other platforms. She has 61.1 million Twitter followers and 33 million Facebook fans.

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“The Firing Squad”: I Cried Buckets of Tears

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1 day ago

April 25, 2024

Jonathan Grilli

Sitting in the dimly lit theater, I had no idea what to expect as the opening credits of “The Firing Squad” began to roll. Little did I know that I was about to embark on an emotional journey that would leave me reaching for tissues and struggling to catch my breath.

The film follows the true story of three Christians facing execution by firing squad in a third world country. Directed by Timothy A. Chey, it features a stellar cast including James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. Each actor brings their character to life with such authenticity and depth that it’s impossible not to be fully immersed in their struggles and triumphs.

As the plot unfolded, I found myself drawn into a world of despair and desperation, but also one of unwavering faith and hope. The characters’ journey from darkness to light, from despair to redemption, resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I couldn’t help but be moved by their courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

But it was the performances that truly stole the show. James Barrington’s portrayal of the protagonist’s internal turmoil was nothing short of mesmerizing, while Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered powerhouse performances that left me in awe.

And then there was the message of the film—that no matter how bleak the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. That even in our darkest moments, faith has the power to transform lives and bring about redemption. It was a message that hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and a renewed sense of purpose.

As the credits rolled and the lights came up, I found myself struggling to put into words the impact that “The Firing Squad” had on me. All I could manage was, “I cried buckets of tears.” And I wasn’t alone. As I looked around the theater, I saw others wiping their eyes and exchanging emotional glances.

In the end, “The Firing Squad” wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. An experience that left me feeling inspired, uplifted, and profoundly grateful for the power of cinema to touch the soul. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

The movie is set to premiere in the theatres worldwide on August 2, 2024. And this is definitely a must watch movie, reminding people of the strength of faith.