Rosie Huntington-Whiteley says fashion show changed my life forever as she returns after 20 years
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Actress and model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has recalled how walking her first fashion show at the age of 19 changed her life and career. Almost two decades later, Huntington-Whiteleys set to return to the iconic runway, describing the moment as a special full-circle experience as she looks back on the opportunities, memories and friendships that shaped her journey Taking to Instagram, Huntington-Whiteley shared a string of images from the times she strutted the runway in her two decade long career. She wrote in the caption section: Almost 20 years ago to the day, I walked my very first Victorias Secret Fashion Show. I was 19 years old, just a few years into my modelling career, and little did I know that moment would change my life forever. @victoriassecret was the first major brand to welcome me with open arms and celebrate me just as I was. A little wild, full of life and endlessly excited about what the future might hold. Huntington-Whiteley recalled being starstruck backstage taking pictures with her favourite angels. I remember being completely starstruck backstage, taking pictures with my favourite Angels, Gisele, Alessandra and Adriana, who so warmly took me under their wings. It was everything I had ever dreamed of and more. She went on to write: The years I spent working with Victorias Secret opened countless doors, took me to places I could only have dreamed of and helped shape the career I have been so fortunate to have. It was a defining chapter of my life, one I will always look back on with immense gratitude, affection and pride. Huntington-Whiteley added: And now, almost two decades later, to be returning to that very same runway feels incredibly special. I return a different woman from the girl who first stepped onto it. Older, hopefully a little wiser, with a family of my own and a lifetime of experiences I could never have imagined at 19. But with every bit of that same excitement, gratitude and spirit. I couldnt be more excited to walk alongside so many beautiful, bold and inspiring women this Sunday and experience all the creativity, fantasy and magic once again. Some dreams really do come full circle.
Ranbir Kapoor showcases singing talent, croons Kabira at Durga Puja pandal during Navratri
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor added a musical touch to the Navratri celebrations as he recently visited the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Mumbai. During his visit, the actor met his filmmaker friend Ayan Mukerji and also greeted the paparazzi present at the venue, posing for pictures with them. However, what caught everyone's attention was Ranbir's impromptu singing performance at the pandal. The Rockstar actor took to the stage with singer Harshdeep Kaur and crooned the popular song Kabira from his 2013 film Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani. In a video that went viral on social media, Ranbir was seen sharing the stage with Harshdeep Kaur as she sang Kabira. Holding a microphone, the Barfi actor joined her in singing the popular track and even turned the mic towards the audience, encouraging them to sing along. Videos from the event showed Ranbir dressed in a red-and-gold kurta with white pyjamas as he arrived at the Durga Puja pandal. He offered prayers to Goddess Durga and later greeted the cameras with folded hands while posing for photographs. This year marked the 80th year of the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja celebrations, continuing the Mukherjee familys long-standing tradition of celebrating the festival with devotion and grandeur. Other celebrities who attended the Durga Puja celebrations included actress Kajol, who arrived at the pandal with her children, Yug and Nysa Devgn. She wore a traditional yellow-orange saree and was seen taking pictures of the idol of Goddess Durga. Tanishaa Mukerji, veteran actor Jaya Bachchan, and filmmaker Anurag Basu were also present at the celebrations. Jaya and Anurag visited the pandal to offer prayers, while Anurag was seen wearing a blue kurta. Kajol also posed for pictures with Tanishaa and Ayan Mukerji. On the work front, Ranbir will next be seen in Nitesh Tiwaris Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, in which he will play Lord Ram. The film also stars Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The first part is scheduled to release in theatres on November 5, coinciding with Diwali, while the second part is expected to arrive during Diwali 2027.
'Important ally and partner': Rubio leaves for India amid Trumps Russian oil tariff threat
Marco Rubio's visit to India aims to bolster energy collaboration and strategic partnerships. Following a halt on tariffs pertaining to Russian oil imports, he seeks to engage with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Mumbai to explore investment prospects. Notably, he will also tour Reliance Industries in Jamnagar and take part in a ministerial meeting in Uzbekistan centered around strategic alliances.
BMC removes over 52,000 unauthorised banners, posters in Mumbai since January
During a special drive, between October 8 and 16, the BMC seized around 3,537 unauthorised advertisements, including banners, boards, posters and flags in Mumba
Kangana Ranaut embraces indigenous traditional craft as she celebrates feminine energy on Navratri
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 18 (IANS) Actress Kangana Ranaut celebrated the spirit of Navratri by embracing India's indigenous traditional craft and cultural heritage. Taking to Instagram, the Queen actress shared behind-the-scenes (BTS) moments from the photoshoot and expressed her joy at wearing traditional attire that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. It is such a joy to wear our own indigenous traditional craft and cultural heritage. Also lovely to be in Chhattisgarh for garba festivities. Heres a lil BTS of the photo shoot, she wrote. Ranaut also shared a heartfelt message about the significance of Navratri and Garba, highlighting the festival's connection with feminine energy and the divine feminine. Navratri is the celebration of feminine and Garba is the dance of life. And at the center of it all is Devi (Shakti). Navratri ki shubhkamnaen, she added. Kangana also shared a video from the photoshoot, in which she is seen striking different poses and dancing while showcasing her traditional outfit. The Tanu Weds Manu actress wore a heavily embellished multicolored lehenga choli, which she paired with black bangles and silver jewelry, adding to her festive look. Kangana also added the song Nagada Sang Dhol, composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Osman Mir, with lyrics by Siddharth-Garima, to the video. Notably, several of her friends and colleagues from the film industry took to the comments section to react to her post. Anupam Kher commented, You are the bestest. Orry dropped heart emojis. On a related note, Sharad Navratri began on October 11, with Ghatasthapana, and will conclude on October 20, with Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra. Interestingly, Kangana Ranaut takes pride in her Himachali roots and often expresses her faith during Hindu festivals, especially Navratri. The actress and BJP MP, who hails from Bhambla in Himachal Pradeshs Mandi district, often celebrates festivals by following traditions and visiting temples.
Yet another infra scare, 12-tonne steel cage crashes onto moving car in Mumbai
On Saturday afternoon, a steel reinforcement cage fell on a moving sedan on the Eastern Express Highway. Eyewitnesses reported a loud creaking noise preceding the incident, which caused structural damage to the vehicle. Fortunately, the driver and passengers escaped with minor injuries, but no serious harm was reported. The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority imposed a penalty on the contractor and initiated an investigation after the collapse.
Unanswered questions at IIT Bombay after Sahil Wakode
Mumbai:Sahil Wakodes parents say caste abuse drove their son to his death. The faculty body says the professor they accuse only followed exam rules. A month on, the campus is divided. On the afternoon Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombays director wrote to students to say a senior professor had been relieved of his post Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MF Husain to Sher-Gil: Hyderabad rarely gets art shows like this
Hyderabad:Hyderabad does not often get an art exhibition of this calibre. Shows that bring together the biggest names in modern Indian art usually stay in Mumbai and Delhi. If you want to see an MF Husain or an Amrita Sher-Gil up close, you generally have to travel for it. This weekend, you dont. ShowKeen, an Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Family offices bet Rs 2,000 cr on temple hotels
Mumbai: Family offices are investing in hospitality assets around major pilgrimage centres across India, from Deoghar and Mathura to Saurashtra and Udupi, opening a new frontier for the domestic hotel industry. From a Mumbai family office acquiring a nearly completed upscale hotel in Udupi to RR Kabel's investment in Salasar Balaji, family capital is flowing into branded hotels around India's biggest pilgrimage centres.Nearly Rs 2,000 crore has been committed across key religious destinations over the past 12-18 months, according to Noesis Hotel Advisors, as some of India's wealthiest business families turn their conviction in these destinations into a hospitality investment play.Also Read: Lemon Tree Hotels announces signing of MoU with Omaxe for operating 4,000 keysThe Udupi acquisition involves a nearly completed 137-room upscale hotel that will operate under a premium brand of Indian Hotels Company (IHCL). In Salasar Balaji, a family office is developing a 108-room property, while ITC Hotels has signed a 145-room Welcomhotel project on a six-acre site near the temple.135018616In Khatu Shyamji, Royal Orchid Hotels has signed a 120-room hotel with the Agarwal family, around 2 km from the temple.The deals signal a shift from traditional dharamshalas and independent lodgings towards branded, professionally managed hotels. IHCL, ITC Hotels, Sarovar Hotels and Radisson are among the operators expanding across religious markets.For Mahendra Kabra, managing director at RR Kabel, the investment in Salasar Balaji is driven by personal faith as well as commercial conviction.Also Read: Protests, traffic curbs in Delhi hit hotel businessResilience of Religious TravelI am a big believer in Salasar Balaji and go there every year. Instead of having a dharamshala there, I thought it would be better to invest in a hospitality asset in Salasar Balaji, he said. The hotel will be managed by Sarovar Hotels.The appeal for investors lies in the relative resilience of religious travel. A metro hotel lives and dies by corporate cycles; a pilgrimage hotel draws guests in good years and bad years alike, a representative of a Mumbai-based family office that recently invested in the segment said on condition of anonymity.Faith is India's most reliable demand generator, said Ajay Bakaya, chairman of Sarovar Hotels, an early entrant in several religious destinations. Occupancy is strong in these markets, according to him, particularly for mid-tier properties with 80-100 rooms. A lot of family offices also see development potential in investing in properties in such religious locations, he said.Much of the capital comes from regional trading, industrial and real estate families in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Individual investments range from 60 crore for a midscale hotel to 150 crore or more for an upscale asset, according to Noesis Hotel Advisors.This is not speculative money. These are families who have watched pilgrim footfall in their own towns double in a decade and are now converting that conviction into branded, institutional-grade assets, said Nandivardhan Jain, founder and CEO of Noesis Hotel Advisors, which has advised on some of the deals. The capital is patient, it is local and it is backed by land the family already owns. That combination makes it one of the most stable sources of hotel equity in India today. Jain cautioned, though, that resilient demand and family-owned land do not guarantee a viable hotel. A temple is not a feasibility study, he said.Better roads, airports, expressways, and pilgrimage corridors are turning day-trip destinations into overnight stops, improving the economics of branded hospitality. For hotel chains looking beyond saturated urban markets, temple towns offer a growing pool of demand and relatively limited branded supply. For family offices, experts say the bet is on faith-an enduring reason to travel.
Nifty, Sensex see firm recovery after RBI
Mumbai, Oct 17: Indian equity benchmarks posted a firm recovery, sustaining gains for the second week as investors looked past early inflation worries, especially after the central banks special dollar window for oil marketing companies helped the rupee rebound. Nifty added 2.78 per cent during the week and gained 0.65 per cent on the last []
Ahead of mega IPO, Jio identifies 3 growth engines, targets 100 million homes
Mumbai, Oct 17: Ahead of its proposed initial public offering (IPO), Jio Platforms has outlined its next phase of expansion, identifying mobility, home broadband and enterprise and international services as its three principal growth engines. Speaking to journalists in Mumbai, Managing Director Akash Ambani said the company would focus on expanding its customer base, strengthening digital infrastructure and monetising its technology capabilities as Indias digital economy moves towards an estimated $1.4 trillion by FY31. Jio currently serves around 533 million connectivity customers and carries more than 60 per cent of Indias data traffic. The most important unit of our business is our customers, Ambani said, reiterating the companys focus on delivering affordable digital services to individuals, households and enterprises. In the mobility segment, Jio estimates an industry opportunity of around 340 million new 4G and 5G additions between FY26 and FY31. This includes approximately 100 million first-time mobile users and 240 million customers expected to migrate from 2G networks to 4G and 5G services. The company said it added nearly three times as many net active mobile users as its second-largest competitor in FY26. Home broadband is another major growth area, with Jio targeting expansion from its existing base of around 28.6 million fixed broadband customers to 100 million homes. The company accounted for approximately 67.5 per cent of Indias net fixed broadband additions in FY26. Combining fibre connectivity with its proprietary wireless technology, Jio aims to extend its services across nearly 19,000 PIN codes. The enterprise and international business offers further expansion opportunities. Jio estimates Indias addressable enterprise digital services market at 5.1 lakh crore, or $56.8 billion. Nearly 65 per cent of bank branches in the country are connected to its network, alongside its expanding portfolio of security and video surveillance services. Internationally, Jio plans to offer its end-to-end technology stack in select markets, positioning itself as a managed services partner for global telecom operators rather than merely a software vendor. Earlier, Isha Ambani highlighted Reliances emphasis on long-term thinking, scale, execution and financial discipline. The event opened with Uday Kotak recalling Dhirubhai Ambani and Reliances landmark 1977 public offering.
AstaGurus ShowKeen exhibition in Hyderabad: Husain, Souza, Raza, and more
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Indian students protest against CEC in London; govt supporters rally
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Uddhav slams govt over Delhi protests, says 'regime needs to be changed'
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CEC protest: Imran Khan gets FRRO show-cause notice over OCI status
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Actor Imran Khan moves Bombay High Court to challenge 'leave India' notice by FRRO
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FSSAI issues notices to Nestle India, Hindustan Unilever over misleading claims and non-compliances
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday said it has issued notices to leading FMCG firms, including Nestle India and Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) over alleged misleading claims and regulatory non-compliances concerning certain nutrition products. Taking to the social media platform X, the food regulator said Nestle India has been served a notice regarding its Nestle Resource Renal Vanilla Flavour Powder, a product intended for the dietary management of individuals with conservatively treated chronic kidney disease. According to FSSAI, an examination of a complaint, product label, advertisements and e-commerce listings revealed multiple non-compliances. The regulator said such products require prior approval under the Food Safety and Standards (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals, Food for Special Dietary Use, Food for Special Medical Purpose, and Prebiotic and Probiotic Food) Regulations, 2022. However, the company had not obtained the requisite approval, rendering the product non-compliant with applicable regulations, FSSAI said. It also noted that the mandatory vegetarian or non-vegetarian symbol was missing from the product label in violation of labelling rules. The regulator directed the company to show cause and submit its response within the stipulated period, warning that failure to provide a satisfactory explanation could invite further action under food safety laws. FSSAI also issued a notice to another FMCG company HUL over claims made for Horlicks Mother's Plus Kesar 400 g BIB. The regulator said claims such as Healthy Birth Weight on the product label and For baby's healthy birth weight in advertisements were potentially misleading. The regulator further observed that certain promotional descriptions used on e-commerce platforms did not conform to regulatory requirements and sought an explanation from the company. In a separate notice concerning Horlicks Women's Plus Chocolate Nutrition Drink 400 g, FSSAI flagged several claims including Nutrition for Strong Bones, Clinically Proven to Help Improve Bone Strength in 6 Months and Improves Bone Health as misleading or non-compliant with applicable norms. The regulator also questioned the use of the claim Healthy Muscles, saying it violated provisions governing the use of the term healthy in food claims. It further said the claim No Added Sugar was potentially misleading due to the presence of maltodextrin in the product formulation. Additionally, FSSAI noted deficiencies in the nutritional information table and said the claim of 100 per cent RDA of Calcium, Vitamin D & K2 did not comply with applicable food safety requirements. However, HUL has been asked to respond to the notices within the prescribed time frame. The regulator said relevant licensing authorities and e-commerce platforms have also been requested to take action in accordance with food safety laws. Separately, FSSAI said it has cancelled the licence of Bala Ji Food Products with immediate effect following serious violations of food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements. The regulator said the licence had earlier been suspended after inspections revealed significant non-compliances posing risks to public health. Despite being given an opportunity for a personal hearing, the company's explanations were found unsatisfactory and the deficiencies remained unaddressed. Following the cancellation, Bala Ji Food Products has been directed to immediately halt all manufacturing, processing, packaging and distribution activities, FSSAI said.
Mumbai Police extern 13 repeat offenders from city for 2 yrs
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Court Hearing Scheduled for Defamation Case Against Aditya Thackeray and Others
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Matheran mini train service delayed indefinitely
Congress plans to hold massive rally at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi Police issues NOC
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BMC demolishes part of Ajay Devgn's Juhu property over unauthorised work
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Imran Khan moves Bombay HC against notice to leave India by October 28
Bollywood actor Imran Khan, a US citizen, on Saturday filed a petition in the Bombay High Court challenging a notice issued by police directing him to leave India by October 28 after he participated in a political protest, even as he received a show-cause notice from the FRRO as to why his Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status should not be cancelled. The 43-year-old actor, who had participated in a recent demonstration in Mumbai related to the agitation seeking Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation, received a show-cause notice from the Foreigners Registration Office (FRRO), said his lawyer Zulfiquar Memon. This notice should have been issued before Mumbai Police issued their abrupt and arbitrary 'Leave India Notice' to Khan, the lawyer said. In his plea before the High Court, the actor said the notice issued by the Mumbai police was illegal, arbitrary, perverse and drastic. The petition, filed through advocate Memon and MZM Legal, said the police notice ...
Imran Khan's 'Curiosity' Counter To 'Leave India' Notice For Being At Mumbai Protest
Actor Imran Khan's central argument is that an OCI cardholder is ot an ordinary foreigner and that his status cannot be curtailed without a reasonable opportunity of being heard.
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Imran Khan Moves Bombay High Court Against FRRO
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Adani Electricity Lights Up Over 700 Durga Puja and Navratri Pavilions in Mumbai
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Lehra Do Tiranga march: CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke released on bail
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Mumbai: Actor Imran Khan, a US citizen and an OCI cardholder, on Saturday, October 17, filed a petition in the Bombay High Court challenging a notice issued by the Mumbai Police directing him to leave India by October 28 for allegedly violating rules by participating in a political demonstration. The 43-year-old actor, in the plea Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ranji Trophy 2026-27 | Deshpande hat-trick floors Chandigarh as Mumbai takes complete control
Chasing the hosts daunting 429, the visitor gets bowled out for a paltry 78 in just 115 balls; the seamer takes one more wicket in the only over of the second innings
Congress slams BJP leaders over lavish Garba events as 305 talukas face drought
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Pedestrian First campaign: 2,803 encroachments from 399 Mumbai footpaths removed
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Actor Sikandar Kher has shared a heartfelt note on social media, reflecting on his experience of working on Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. In his post, Kher expressed gratitude to director Avinash Arun, producer Dinesh Vijan and his co-stars, while also opening up about the challenges of portraying Abbas Kazmi in the film. Kher plays Abbas Kazmi, the defence lawyer who represented Ajmal Kasab during the trial related to the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. In the film, he shares screen space with Rajkummar Rao, who portrays public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam. Beginning his note with the words, Prahaar A few thoughts and a lot of love, Kher spoke about the support and faith he received from Arun, crediting the filmmaker with playing an important role in his professional and personal journey. @avinasharundhaware, what can I say. Apart from being an auteur you have been a pillar of strength. Professionally and personally. Your belief in me not only as an actor but a person is something I will cherish and hold close to my heart till the end of time, he wrote. The actor added that the opportunity meant more to him than simply getting a challenging role. What you have given me is so much more than just a terrific role. You see me brother. For that I shall always look up to the skies and thank whoever is looking down, for having made our journeys cross paths, he said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SK (@sikandarkher) Kher also thanked producer Dinesh Vijan for trusting him with the part and acknowledged the work being done under the Maddock Films banner. It was your faith in me that I got this opportunity. You continue to make great cinema and your passion to the arts is absolutely wonderful to see and be a part of. Youve built a beautiful family in @maddockfilms and somewhere I feel a part of it now. Thank you, he wrote. Sikandar Kher calls Abbas Kazmi a challenging character Reflecting on his role, Kher acknowledged that playing Abbas Kazmi was not easy. The character is based on the lawyer who represented Kasab during the high-profile trial, placing him on the opposing side of Rajkummar Rao's portrayal of Ujjwal Nikam. Abbas Kazmi by no means was an easy character to play. A man who took up a case going up against all of society and humanity for his land, his constitution, was a challenge to say the least, Kher wrote. He went on to praise Rao's performance and spoke about the experience of sharing the screen with him. But when you have a team and a co-actor like @rajkummar_rao the job becomes enjoyable and then the magic happens. Ill be your screen partner anytime brother. Kher described Rao's work in the film as not just a stellar performance, its a career defining one and added, I had front row seats to it. The actor also praised co-star Lalit Prabhakar, recalling his first day on set. From the moment I saw you step into that witness box on our first day of shoot I knew something special was happening. When I saw the film I was completely floored by your performance. Bravo ! he wrote. Actor thanks the cast and crew of Prahaar In the comments section of his post, Kher continued to acknowledge the people who contributed to the film. He thanked Kazmi for taking the time to meet him and share a chapter of his life, saying the interaction helped him prepare for the role. I still remember my meeting with @kazmi3451 ji, who took out time to meet with me and share a chapter of his life. Without that it wouldnt have been possible for me to pull this off. Thank you sir, he wrote. Kher also expressed gratitude to the team behind the film, including producer P Vijan, Sharada Karki and several members of the cast and crew. He acknowledged the support of Sudatta Patil, praised the dialogue work by Gogoroy and thanked Rituja for her contribution during the filmmaking process. Concluding his message, Kher acknowledged co-stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Ajinkya Deo, Jaideep Ahlawat, Wamiqa Gabbi and Ritvik Sahore, while apologising for missing some names from the list. Also Read:EXCLUSIVE: Sikandar Kher calls himself a married man as he breaks down his extremely complicated relationship with acting; discusses his non-negotiables and says, I will become bald for a role
Sunny Deol and Esha Deol set for box-office clash as Suryaa and Pratap release on November 20
Sunny Deol and Esha Deol are set for a box-office clash on November 20, 2026, with their respective films, Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak and Pratap, scheduled to release in theatres on the same day. While Sunny will headline a crime thriller, Pratap will feature Amit Sadh in the lead, marking Eshas return to the big screen after a long hiatus. Directed by Sachin Saraf and produced by Pradeep Rangwani under UV Films, Pratap features an ensemble cast that includes Amit Sadh, Esha Deol, Seema Biswas, Milind Gunaji and Tigmanshu Dhulia. Amit plays a decorated Mumbai encounter specialist, with the films first look offering a glimpse of his character. For Esha, the film marks a return to theatrical releases after an extended break. Her appearance in Pratap also brings her film release into the same weekend as her father Sunny Deols upcoming project. View this post on Instagram A post shared by UV films (@uvfilmsofficial) Meanwhile, Sunny Deol will be seen in Suryaa: Ant Se Aarambh Tak, directed by M. Padmakumar. The actor recently unveiled the films first look and motion poster, featuring him in a rugged avatar. The crime thriller revolves around hidden secrets, unanswered questions and the pursuit of justice. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) The film is presented by Kamal Mukut and produced by Deepak Mukut, Hemant Mukut and Lokesh Mukut. Ravi Kishan and Pragya Jaiswal also feature in significant roles. With both films scheduled to arrive in cinemas on November 20, audiences will have two different crime-focused stories to choose from. Their box-office performance will be worth watching, particularly as the releases bring father and daughter Sunny and Esha Deol to the big screen on the same date. Also Read:Esha Deol turns Sunny Deols Dhaai Kilo Ka Haath into a Raksha Bandhan gag in Instamart campaign, watch
Maharashtra drought: Sunetra Pawar orders for urgent relief measures
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Nana Patekar or Smit Machchhar? Mumbai bridge naming sparks row
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Hail The Tiranga! Hail The Preamble!
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Online betting: ED raids 20 places in Mumbai, Pune, Surat, Mehsana and Hyderabad
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Eight from MP Killed in Rajasthan Expressway Accident
BHOPAL, Oct 17: Eight people from Madhya Pradeshs Betul district were killed and 15 others injured after a tempo traveller fell into a 15-foot-deep drain off the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan on Saturday morning, police said. The accident occurred around 6 am near pole number 384 in Kota district, under the jurisdiction of Simliya police [] The post Eight from MP Killed in Rajasthan Expressway Accident appeared first on Northlines .
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MMRDA said it was treating the incident with utmost seriousness and would not tolerate lapses in construction safety. The authority has imposed a penalty of Rs 2 crore on the contractor executing the project
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Kashmir needs its own film industry, not just outside productions: Anirban Dhar
Srinagar, Oct 17: Filmmaker Anirban Dhar has called for sustained government support, dedicated funding and a more enabling environment for filmmaking in Kashmir, saying the region has considerable talent but lacks the opportunities and infrastructure needed to help young filmmakers build careers. Speaking on the opening day of the Kashmir Film Festival, Dhar said 17 students from different parts of Kashmir, including Bandipora, Baramulla and Srinagar, were participating in a filmmaking workshop alongside students from other parts of India. The participants will collaborate to produce four short films during the 10-day festival, focusing on Kashmiri stories and language. There is a lot of talent in Kashmir. The biggest problem is that there are no opportunities here. There is no film industry here, Dhar said. He said the workshop was intended to provide practical experience and create opportunities for young filmmakers beyond the festival. Three students will be selected for internships in Mumbai, where they will get an opportunity to work with Dhar and filmmaker Kabir Khan. Dhar said the festival would also bring filmmakers from Mumbai to interact with participants. Kabir Khan was scheduled to attend a screening and engage with the students, while filmmaker Payal Kapadia was expected to screen her film All We Imagine as Light and interact with them. Calls for Dedicated Film Fund Dhar said the government needed to move beyond organising film festivals and establish a financial support mechanism to enable local filmmakers to produce films in Kashmiri with Kashmiri actors. He said he had met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to seek support for the filmmaking workshop and discuss opportunities for Kashmiri students to pursue further studies in Mumbai, where film education can be prohibitively expensive. It's very expensive, and not everyone can afford to do it, he said. Emphasising the need to build a local film industry, Dhar said Kashmir should not remain merely a location where filmmakers from outside come to shoot their productions. It is important that people don't just come from outside to shoot here, but that the local talent here can also tell its own stories, he said. He proposed that the government create an annual fund to support filmmakers making films in Kashmiri with local actors. Suppose you give five filmmakers one crore rupees each every year, or even Rs 50 lakh each, so that they can make films in Kashmiri with Kashmiri actors. That is how the industry can develop, he said. Dhar said sustained support for local productions could gradually create the conditions for a film industry to emerge in Kashmir. Seeks Simpler Rules, Artistic Freedom The filmmaker also expressed concern over bureaucratic requirements for making films in Kashmir, arguing that excessive procedures could discourage young people from pursuing creative projects. Referring to reports that scripts for short films had to be submitted to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), he questioned the need for such requirements before a project could be made. I have heard that even if you want to make a short film here, you have to send the script to the CID. This is wrong, he said. Dhar argued that filmmakers should have greater artistic freedom, with appropriate scrutiny taking place through established mechanisms rather than multiple layers of prior permissions. There is already a censor board. If there is a problem, it can be looked at later. But if you have to go through so many procedures, seek permissions from 10 different places and submit even a short film's script to the CID, that is not a healthy atmosphere, he said. He said such restrictions raised questions about how freely young filmmakers could think and express themselves through cinema. I would really encourage the government to rethink its policies and make them more friendly. There is no need for so much bureaucracy. The need is to encourage and support young people so that they can tell the stories of Kashmir, Dhar said. He said developing Kashmiri cinema would require a combination of financial assistance, professional training opportunities, simpler procedures and greater space for local voices to tell their own stories.
Dharana Introduces a Reimagined Approach to Personalised Wellness and Wellbeing
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 17: Set within one of the world's 36 biodiversity hotspots in the Sahyadris, and a short drive from Mumbai and Pune, Dharana introduces a new approach to wellness, bringing together advanced science, Indian healing intelligence and the restorative power of nature. A new journey towards lasting wellbeing begins with a deeper understanding of the body, mind and their connection with nature. Moving beyond conventional wellness, Dharana seeks to understand what has shifted within the body and mind, why it has shifted, and create personalised pathways to restore health, vitality and balance in a way that lasts.
Mahela Jayawardene parts ways with Mumbai Indians ahead of IPL 2027
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Former Mumbai Indians cricketer Aditya Tare has backed Arsenal to win consecutive Premier League titles, drawing on his experience of winning back-to-back titles in the Indian Premier League. Arsenal are currently second in the Premier League 2026-27 standings, having secured five wins from their six matches and suffered one defeat. They trail table-toppers Manchester City, who have maintained a perfect record with six wins in as many matches. A supporter of the Gunners, Tare also recalled the friendly banter with fellow cricket expert and Manchester City supporter Abhishek Nayar in the Mumbai cricket dressing room, according to a press release. Speaking to JioStar during the ongoing Premier League Trophy Tour in Mumbai, Tare reflected on Arsenal
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