Lyricist and dialogue writer Manoj Muntashir has expressed regret over his work on Adipurush, describing the 2023 mythological drama as the biggest mistake of his life. The writer also apologised for the controversy surrounding the film and admitted that he now feels ashamed of the dialogues he wrote.Directed by Om Raut, Adipurush starred Prabhas as Lord Rama, Kriti Sanon as Sita, and Saif Ali Khan as Ravana. Despite generating massive anticipation before its release, the film faced widespread criticism over its visual effects, portrayal of mythological characters, and several dialogues that sparked outrage among audiences and religious groups. Manoj Muntashir…
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Actor Jyotika has spoken out in support of the ongoing student protests over the alleged NEET paper leak, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. More than a month after the protest began, the actor shared a strongly worded statement on Instagram, expressing solidarity with students and calling for accountability and reforms in the education system.Sharing her views on social media, Jyotika wrote, “Step down Dharmendra Pradhan. Resign.” Jyotika says she stands with students and education reforms In her post, the actor wrote, “Step down Dharmendra Pradhan. Resign. I stand with the students and the future of our…
Actor Salman Khan has once again caught the internet’s attention, this time with a cryptic Instagram post that has left fans wondering if it carries a hidden message. The superstar shared a couple of pictures from a late-night gym session, showing off his toned physique while hinting at an intense workout.In the mirror selfies, Salman can be seen flaunting his chiselled abs with a towel wrapped around his head. While many fans praised the 60-year-old actor’s fitness, it was his caption that quickly became the talking point.”Salman Khan darrrrr Gaya…. Hmmmm Joe darr gaya vo mar gaya,” he wrote, referring…
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi has revealed that she has been diagnosed with H1N1 (swine flu), forcing her to miss the student protest held at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park on Friday. The actor shared the health update on social media, saying she has been advised to remain in isolation for the next five days.Azmi has been one of the most prominent public figures supporting the student-led protests over the alleged NEET paper leak. Over the past three days, she actively participated in demonstrations at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar, where she marched alongside students, joined the “Chalo Sansad” rally and extended support to those…
PVR INOX reported a strong turnaround in the first quarter of FY27, posting a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 56.5 crore, compared to a Rs 54 crore loss during the same period last year. The multiplex operator also recorded a 10.4 percent increase in consolidated revenue, which rose to Rs 1,622.2 crore from Rs 1,469 crore a year ago.The company’s performance comes alongside a robust recovery in the theatrical business, with India’s total box office collections growing 20 percent year-on-year during the quarter. Strong film slate boosts admissions PVR INOX credited the quarter’s performance to a healthy mix of…
The 10th Amazing Wheelbarrow Race – Bara Battle has raised a record $250,000 for the Frank Hilton Organisation, providing a major boost to services for children with disabilities across Fiji. Chief Executive Officer Sureni Perera announced the milestone after the annual fundraiser at Albert Park, saying the amount is the highest raised in the event’s 10-year history. Perera said the organisation had already raised $246,815.25 before receiving a surprise donation from International Women’s Association (IWA Fiji), which brought the total to $250,000. She said the funds will allow the organisation to continue operating the Frank Hilton Home for the remainder…
The Fiji Police Force says the death of the police officer found motionless in Sigatoka Town has been classified as a natural death following the completion of a post-mortem examination. Police confirmed that the officer died from an underlying medical condition that was worsened by personal lifestyle choices, ruling out any foul play. The findings have been conveyed to the officer’s next of kin. In a statement, Police said the officer’s death had been surrounded by speculation and has urged members of the public to allow the family to grieve in peace. The Fiji Police Force reiterated that the post-mortem…
Fiji Bati coach Mick Potter is hopeful the Fainu brothers will be cleared to represent Fiji at the Rugby League World Cup, as officials work to finalize the necessary eligibility documentation. Samuela, Sione and Latu Fainu are among several high-profile players Potter is eager to include in his World Cup squad as Fiji continues to build depth ahead of the tournament. Potter is also keen to secure the services of former Wallabies winger Mark Nawaqanitawase, whose father, Sevuloni, moved from Fiji to Australia in 1991 to play for the Balmain Tigers. The Bati have spent the past year introducing a…
Fiji’s first boxing representative at the Commonwealth Games, Ben Maukakala, has bowed out of the competition after a second-round referee stoppage loss to New Zealand’s Connor Campbell. Competing in his Commonwealth Games debut, the 20-year-old Fijian showed confidence and composure in a closely contested opening round against his experienced Oceania rival. Despite Maukakala’s strong start, Campbell was able to land more scoring punches to edge the first round. The second round saw the New Zealander increase the pressure, connecting with several powerful combinations that resulted in three standing eight-counts. The referee subsequently stopped the contest, ending Maukakala’s Commonwealth Games campaign.…
Producer Sammy Nanwani has announced that his upcoming film, Jai Hind, Jai Sindh: A Love Story, will release in theatres in October 2026.The film is set during India’s Partition and follows a story of love, loss, and hope.It traces the journey of people whose lives were changed by the event, while also highlighting the culture and heritage of the Sindhi community.Speaking about the film, Nanwani said the story was inspired by the experiences of his family members who lived through Partition. He said their memories of leaving their homes and starting life again inspired him to bring this story to…