More than 90,000 Fijians are now aged 60 years and over, representing more than one in every 10 people in the country, highlighting the growing importance of ensuring older persons remain included, protected and supported in national development. Fiji is strengthening this work through the National Validation Workshop on its Voluntary National Survey for the Fifth Asia-Pacific Review and Appraisal of the Madrid International Plan of Action on Ageing. The Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Sashi Kiran, said the national report must be evidence-based and reflect the lived experiences of older persons across Fiji. “Our elders are…
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Two more suspects in relation to the viral video yesterday in Nadi are now in Police custody. The viral video which had captured an aggravated robbery involving a taxi driver. The Western Division Taskforce continues to hunt for the 4th suspect whose identity is known to Police. Investigation into the incident continues The post Two suspects in custody in relation to taxi driver robbery appeared first on Fiji One News.
Veteran filmmaker Kuku Kohli has passed away today at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai due to heart related ailments, according to sources. He was the husband of veteran actress Aruna Irani.Kohli had reportedly been undergoing treatment at the Mumbai hospital. Further details about his health condition and the cause of death are awaited.Kuku Kohli, whose real name was Avtar Kohli, was known for directing several Hindi films, including Phool Aur Kaante, Suhaag, Haqeeqat, Anari No. 1 and Yeh Dil Aashiqanaa. He is particularly remembered for Phool Aur Kaante, which marked Ajay Devgn’s debut as a leading actor in 1991.Kohli…
Actor Harshvardhan Rane has revealed that he is set to collaborate with producer Parag Sanghvi on two films. The actor, who is currently receiving attention for his performance in Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, shared the update on social media.Rane posted a picture with Sanghvi and announced their upcoming collaboration. “Finally doing two films together with my close friend Parag Sanghvi,” the actor wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Harshvardhan Rane (@harshvardhanrane)Harshvardhan Rane and Parag Sanghvi to collaborate on two films While Rane has not revealed details about the titles, genres or characters he will play…
The teaser of the large-screen fantasy folklore spectacle The Vvaan lets you into the larger-than-life entertainer that takes Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia into a mystical folklore world.Presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, the teaser of The Vvaan opens doors to a world rarely seen in the mainstream Hindi commercial space, a visually stunning fantasy folklore spectacle rooted in mystery, ancient beliefs and the supernatural. Starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in their fresh on-screen pairing, the teaser offers an exciting peek into a world that immediately leaves you wanting to know more. A forbidden forest governed by a chilling rule:…
The much-awaited film, Toxic, will be released tomorrow, and strong advance sales make it clear that excitement is tremendous. While the original Kannada version was censored way back on August 13, the certification of the Hindi dubbed version took some time. Finally, it was completed today, August 25, that is, just a day before the release. In this article, Bollywood Hungama will exclusively focus on the cuts given to the Yash-starrer’s Hindi version.To begin with, an ‘abusive’ word was asked to be replaced. An ‘offensive’ dialogue in the first half and an ‘abusive’ dialogue uttered to a child in the…
Haiwaan’s trailer has finally been released, and it gives a closer look at Saif Ali Khan’s role in the film. The trailer revealed that Saif is playing a visually disabled character who is being hunted by Akshay Kumar. This is the first time that Saif is playing the role of a visually challenged character. Director Priyadarshan has now opened up about the actor playing the part. He revealed that he had a simple piece of advice for Saif: keep your eyes open.“The first thing I told him was, ‘Open your eyes completely, do not blink and think in your mind…
Netflix has unveiled the trailer of Gandhari, an action-thriller starring Taapsee Pannu as Bani, a mother whose daughter is abducted. The film, written and produced by Kanika Dhillon and directed by Devashish Makhija.aSet in the fictional town of Joypurra, the trailer introduces a world shaped by fear, silence and the mysterious Behrupiyas, who are an important part of the town’s cultural identity. As the investigation into Bani’s daughter’s disappearance raises disturbing questions, she decides to take matters into her own hands and sets out to bring her daughter home.The story follows Bani as she navigates hidden truths, growing danger and…
Rhiya Ahir is set to face a public vote for a potential entry into Bigg Boss 20. The development comes ahead of the show’s premiere, with Rhiya competing against actress Love Gill in the pre-premiere “Fans Ka Faisla” segment. The latest development has also brought renewed attention to Rhiya’s public profile, particularly her viral appearance during a student protest in Mumbai. Rhiya Ahir vs Love Gill for Bigg Boss 20 entry Rhiya Ahir and Love Gill are reportedly the two names competing for a spot in the Bigg Boss 20 house. The final decision will be made through a public…