‘Raj Kapoor was reduced to dust as he made ‘Mera Naam Joker’..but when he made ‘Bobby…’, says Mahesh Bhatt: ‘The certainty of failure’

Mahesh Bhatt, drawing from his extensive experience in Hindi cinema, spoke about the film industry’s unpredictable nature, highlighting that failure is more common than success. He recalls Raj Kapoor’s financial struggles after ‘Mera Naam Joker,’ a now-iconic film that initially flopped. Bhatt also recounts a conversation with Yash Chopra about preparing newcomers for the certainty…

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Breaking: Jalen Hurts makes history as the first-ever NFL face of Sprite campaign

Jalen Hurts has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first NFL player to spearhead a major Sprite campaign. This groundbreaking partnership signifies Hurts’ expanding influence beyond football, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in sports advertising. His collaboration with Sprite highlights the increasing recognition of NFL stars’ value in marketing and their ability to…

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The surprising reason why US coins have ridged edges

Coin ridges, initially implemented by Sir Isaac Newton, served as a deterrent against coin clipping, a practice where precious metals were shaved off coins. This innovation protected economies by making tampering evident. While modern coins lack valuable metals, the ridges persist as a legacy design and a safeguard against counterfeiting, particularly for bullion coins, preserving…

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