In the early 1990s, Sohail Khan envisioned a grand Bollywood Ramayana with Salman Khan as Lord Ram and Sonali Bendre as Sita. However, an on-set romance between Sohail and Pooja Bhatt, coupled with family disapproval, led to Pooja’s exit. Consequently, the ambitious project was shelved, dashing hopes for a landmark mythological film.
Luka Doncic’s trade to the Lakers sent shockwaves through Dallas, igniting heartbreak and outrage among Mavericks fans who felt betrayed by the front office. Doncic’s heartfelt goodbye, while sincere, amplified the pain, reminding fans of unfulfilled championship dreams. The Mavericks’ handling of the situation further strained their relationship with the fanbase, leaving a legacy of…
The road transport ministry is considering doubling penalties for traffic violations when children are present, aiming to enhance safety and accountability. A “merit and demerit” point system is also proposed, linking insurance premiums to driving behavior and potentially suspending licenses for excessive violations. Furthermore, drivers with traffic violations may face mandatory retesting upon license renewal.
The animated musical reboot ‘Smurfs’ (2025), directed by Chris Miller and starring Rihanna as Smurfette, is now playing in Indian cinemas. Papa Smurf is kidnapped by Gargamel and Razamel, prompting a rescue mission into a transformed human world. A Smurf named No Name discovers hidden powers, becoming crucial to saving their world.
A drone flying over a jail in Uttar Pradesh has sparked widespread fear and suspicion. Residents across multiple districts are reporting strange lights and drones, leading to rooftop vigils and heightened anxiety. While police investigate potential links to thefts and monitor drone activity, villagers remain vigilant, fearing they are under surveillance.
Astronomer, the software firm embroiled in a ‘kiss cam’ controversy, sees leadership changes as CEO Andy Byron resigns following a viral video incident. Pete DeJoy steps in as interim CEO. Former VP Zachary Hensley, while admitting amusement at the memes, defends Astronomer’s team, emphasizing their dedication and camaraderie amidst the scandal.
The Madras High Court has strongly criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED), likening it to a limpet mine dependent on a ‘ship’ of predicate offense. The court quashed ED’s ₹901-crore fixed deposit freeze order, emphasizing that PMLA actions require a scheduled offense and proceeds of crime.
