Vaani Kapoor was dropped from a film as she was not ‘milky white’; Reveals being body-shamed for being ‘too skinny’

Vaani Kapoor’s Bollywood journey had initial hurdles. A director once rejected her for not being fair enough. She faced criticism for being too skinny. Vaani focused on her talent and self-acceptance. She chose roles that aligned with her values. She continues to work in films like ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’ and ‘War’. Vaani embraces her body…

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What is Sohari leaf and how is it significant to the Indians of Trinidad & Tobago?

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited Trinidad & Tobago. He attended a special dinner hosted by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. The dinner was served on Sohari leaves. These leaves hold cultural importance, especially for people of Indian origin. Sohari leaves are traditionally used for serving food. This practice acknowledges the Indian heritage in Trinidad…

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