Sooraj Barjatya reflects on privilege in filmmaking, compares storytelling with Karan Johar and Aditya Chopra and the 90s Bollywood boom: ‘We sold fairytales’

Sooraj Barjatya acknowledged the role of privilege in shaping his and fellow filmmakers Karan Johar and Aditya Chopra’s careers. He noted their comfortable upbringings allowed them to create “fairy tales” for an audience craving fantastical stories in the ’90s. Barjatya also highlighted his conservative approach to filmmaking, rooted in his upbringing, while still aiming for…

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Throwback to Priyanka Chopra revealing how she gets up by 5 am and steps out for 12-hour shifts, amid the 8-hour work debate

Priyanka Chopra acknowledges the challenges of long working hours, often exceeding 12 hours on set, but emphasizes her gratitude for her career. While filming ‘Bluff’ in Australia, she balanced work with family, admitting it was isolating. The debate around 8-hour shifts in Bollywood arose after Deepika Padukone’s reported exit from a project due to shift…

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Delhi Assembly passes School Fee Regulation Bill 2025; rejects AAP amendments; enforces strict rules, penalties for arbitrary hikes

The Delhi Assembly has passed ‘The Delhi School Education (Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees) Bill, 2025’, granting the government more control over private school fees due to significant fee hikes in the 2025-26 academic year. Schools must now get approval for fee increases and disclose all charges, with penalties for non-compliance.

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‘Weapons’ star Josh Brolin is open to a return as Thanos in MCU’s ‘Avengers: Doomsday: ‘If they called me in London right now…’

Josh Brolin, famed for his portrayal of Thanos, has expressed eagerness to reprise the iconic supervillain role in the MCU, despite Thanos’s Endgame fate. His interest coincides with the Russo brothers directing ‘Avengers: Doomsday,’ a film promising a star-studded cast including Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom and appearances from the Fantastic Four, X-Men, and…

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Operating at just 65% capacity, Atlanta public schools plan closures amid enrollment decline

Atlanta Public Schools faces a significant challenge with declining enrollment, leading to underutilized facilities and financial strain. Operating at only 65% capacity, the district is considering school closures, consolidations, and redistricting to align resources with shifting student populations. This mirrors a national trend, threatening K-12 stability and forcing difficult decisions to maintain educational quality.

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Triple ton barrage: Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Rachin Ravindra power New Zealand to 601/3 vs Zimbabwe

New Zealand seized control on the second day of the Test against Zimbabwe, amassing 601 for three in response to Zimbabwe’s 125. Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, and Rachin Ravindra all scored centuries, extending New Zealand’s lead to 476 runs. Zimbabwe’s bowlers struggled as New Zealand dominated with relentless batting performances, losing only two wickets throughout…

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‘Saiyaara’: Sophie Choudry’s cover of the song ‘Barbaad’ from the film leaves the internet impressed; Ahaan Panday’s mother COMMENTS

Mohit Suri’s ‘Saiyaara,’ starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is receiving audience appreciation, reflected in its box office success and popular songs. Sophie Choudry shared her cover of the song ‘Barbaad’ from the film, impressing netizens and Ahaan Panday’s mother, Deanne Panday. Sophie expressed her deep connection with the song and thanked the film team…

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