Lauki side effects you didn’t know: Health risks for pregnant women, kidney stone patients, low BP, and others

Bottle gourd, or lauki, offers hydration and nutrients but isn’t for everyone. Pregnant women, those with low blood pressure, kidney issues, or digestive problems should be cautious. Bitter gourds contain toxic cucurbitacin, causing severe reactions. Always taste before juicing or cooking, and avoid if bitter. Mindful consumption ensures you enjoy bottle gourd’s benefits safely.

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Basil Joseph reveals he ‘wasted two years’ on Mukesh Khanna’s Shaktimaan; Anurag Kashyap recalls his exhausting struggle

Reports of Basil Joseph directing the big-screen adaptation of the iconic superhero TV series Shaktimaan, with Ranveer Singh in the lead, had stirred excitement. Shaktimaan creator Mukesh Khanna, too, has made headlines questioning Ranveer’s suitability for the role. And now, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has shared a startling revelation about Basil’s struggles with the project.

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