Vidya Balan’s debut film ‘Parineeta’ recently marked 20 years, but Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was initially considered for the lead role. Producer Vidhu Vinod Chopra wanted a bigger star, but Vidya secured the part after 75 auditions. Music composer Shantanu Moitra recalls Vidya’s perseverance, revealing she almost gave up before finally landing the role at a…
Entities involved in tree plantation can earn Green Credit after five years of restoration, achieving a 40% canopy density. Each surviving tree over five years old earns one credit. These credits, while tradable for specific purposes like compensatory afforestation and CSR, are non-transferable except within parent-subsidiary companies, promoting environmental responsibility.
Indian textile exporters, facing setbacks from steep US tariffs, may find relief in rising exports to the UK under the new FTA. Ongoing EU negotiations could further diversify trade avenues. While a decline in textile exports is expected, government support and growth in cotton yarn exports may mitigate losses, making the India-UK FTA a potential…
Rajkummar Rao celebrated his 41st birthday with a heartwarming video shared by wife Patralekhaa. The couple, who announced their pregnancy in July, are receiving warm wishes from fans and colleagues. Rao is also set to star in a biopic on lawyer Ujjwal Nikam, directed by Avinash Arun, with filming expected to begin in October 2025,…
Hansal Mehta revealed how he convinced producers to cast Rajkummar Rao in “Shahid,” sharing a poster on Rajkummar’s 41st birthday. Despite doubts about the title’s commercial viability and initial team dropouts, Rajkummar’s passion and talent shone through. His dedication led to critical acclaim, including a National Film Award for Best Actor, solidifying a lasting bond…
The television industry is deeply saddened by the death of actress Priya Marathe at 38, following a battle with cancer. Known for her roles in ‘Pavitra Rishta’ and ‘Kasamh Se,’ her passing has deeply affected co-stars like Usha Nadkarni and Anurag Sharma, who remember her fondly as a talented, warm, and respectful colleague.
Following the assassination of Ahmed al-Rahawi in an Israeli airstrike on Sana’a, Yemen’s Houthi movement appointed Mohammed Ahmed Muftah as acting Prime Minister. Born in 1967, Muftah has been a key figure within the group, known for his religious background and long-standing involvement. His appointment comes amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Emma Stone, starring in ‘Bugonia,’ drew unsettling parallels between the film’s plot and the Luigi Mangione case, involving the alleged murder of a healthcare CEO. Stone highlighted the eerie timing, as the real-life incident occurred shortly after ‘Bugonia’ wrapped production, where she plays a CEO kidnapped by a conspiracy theorist.
