Antara Mali, once hailed as a rising star under Ram Gopal Varma’s guidance, debuted in Bollywood with high expectations, showcasing her talent in films like ‘Main Madhuri Dixit Banna Chahti Hoon.’ Despite critical acclaim, she never achieved superstardom, later venturing into direction before unexpectedly leaving the industry after her marriage.
On his US trip, the Saudi prince spoke of a $1-trillion push. Back home, the pool that funds those plans seems tighter than expected
Shubman Gill, India’s captain, is nominated for ICC’s Player of the Month after his stellar performance in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, leading India to a 2-2 draw against England. Gill amassed 754 runs, breaking records with four centuries. South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder and England’s Ben Stokes are also nominated for their outstanding contributions with bat and…
Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) is launching a pioneering one-window system for building permissions in Maharashtra, starting August 15. This initiative streamlines the application process by allowing online submissions to be routed to various departments, eliminating the need for multiple visits. Officials must grant permissions within ten days, with applicants receiving updates via SMS.
Rapper Sheff G received a five-year jail sentence for a murder attempt, admitting he used music earnings to fuel Brooklyn gang violence. He surrendered to police on October 1, facing additional supervised release. This follows his controversial appearance with Donald Trump last year, despite prior allegations of involvement in gang-related shootings and a 2021 getaway…
Teja Sajja’s fantasy drama ‘Mirai’, releasing on September 12, 2025, has secured a massive ₹40 crore OTT deal with Jio Hotstar. With a ₹50 crore budget, this deal covers 90% of costs. Additional revenue comes from music and satellite rights. The film’s theatrical success depends on box office performance and positive reviews.
Some birds use brood parasitism. They lay eggs in other species’ nests. Indigobirds trick finches. Common Cuckoos mimic predators. Honeyguides kill host young. Brown-headed Cowbirds outcompete chicks. Black-headed Ducks are peaceful parasites. These birds ensure survival through manipulation. They rely on other species for raising their young. This is a ruthless strategy in nature.
Nithiin’s ‘Thammudu,’ initially a box office disappointment, is set for a Hindi OTT release on JioHotstar, aiming to captivate North Indian audiences after its Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada release on Netflix. The film, a survival action drama highlighting the brother-sister bond, marks Laya’s comeback after 19 years, hoping for a better reception on the digital…
CJI BR Gavai, at the 2nd National Mediation Conference, emphasized that mediation’s future in India relies on collective commitment from all stakeholders and sustained efforts. He highlighted its potential to become an integral part of the justice ecosystem, reaching beyond courts to resolve disputes amicably.
Vijay Deverakonda’s upcoming spy action film ‘Kingdom,’ directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and co-starring Bhagyashri Borse, is generating buzz. Scheduled for release on July 31, 2025, the film might be split into two parts, according to producer Naga Vamsi. Anirudh Ravichander, who composed the music, praised the film after an early preview, further heightening anticipation.
