Aquaguard joins TVFs Gram Chikitsalay Universe with two new branded content films
Eureka Forbes has extended its partnership with The Viral Fever (TVF) with a new branded content campaign featuring Aquaguard within the world of Gram Chikitsalay. The collaboration comprises two films that use the shows characters and narrative setting to highlight different aspects of the water purifier brand, including safe drinking water and its 4-Year Unconditional Warranty. The first film focuses on the importance of consuming safe drinking water. Set within the familiar Gram Chikitsalay universe, the story uses the shows humour and character dynamics to raise a question around the safety of drinking water before introducing Aquaguard as part of the conversation. The second film takes a different approach, focusing on the experience of owning an appliance. An unexpected repair bill becomes the starting point for a conversation around maintenance costs and the uncertainty associated with appliance ownership. The film subsequently highlights Aquaguards 4-Year Unconditional Warranty as a proposition aimed at offering consumers greater assurance during the ownership period. According to the company, the two films have been developed around situations that fit naturally within the Gram Chikitsalay universe rather than functioning as standalone product advertisements. The campaign attempts to address two different stages of the consumer journey the need for safe drinking water when considering a purchase and the assurance sought after bringing a product home. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TVF | The Viral Fever (@theviralfever) Commenting on the collaboration, Anurag Kumar, Chief Growth Officer, Eureka Forbes Limited, said, The strongest branded content partnerships are built on a clear intersection between consumer relevance and the cultural context in which a brand chooses to participate. Our intent with TVF was not simply to feature Aquaguard within an established entertainment property, but to identify narratives where the brand could have a meaningful role. These two films allow us to address different but equally important moments in the consumer journey, from the fundamental need for safe drinking water to the confidence consumers seek throughout the ownership experience. When the proposition is intrinsically connected to the story, branded content moves beyond visibility and becomes a more effective way of building relevance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TVF | The Viral Fever (@theviralfever) The campaign marks the latest phase of the Aquaguard and TVF partnership, with the brand continuing to explore entertainment-led storytelling to communicate its consumer propositions. By incorporating the brand into the setting and situations associated with Gram Chikitsalay, the collaboration seeks to present its messaging through the show's established narrative format. The two films are part of Eureka Forbes broader content-led brand-building approach, with the company looking to use entertainment properties to engage audiences around everyday consumer concerns. Also Read: Akansha Ranjan Kapoor on Gargi and Prabhats relationship in Gram Chikitsalay Season 2: Season 1 was just a tease
The long-running differences between actors Taapsee Pannu and Kangana Ranaut have once again come into focus after a recent exchange on social media. The controversy began after Taapsee spoke about their contrasting personalities and perspectives during the India Today Womens Summit. While addressing the issue, Taapsee said that she has no personal ill will towards Kangana and pointed out that the two actors have never met face-to-face. She explained that their differing opinions and ways of looking at things are influenced by their respective upbringings and individual perspectives. Taapsee had said, My opinion on her is reflective of my upbringing and my way of talking, my way of perceiving things and hers... she stands by hers. So, I think that's enough for everybody to look and decide who comes from where. However, Kangana appeared to interpret the remarks as a comment on her family and background. She subsequently shared a series of Instagram Stories in which she criticised Taapsee, once again referring to her as a cheap sasti copy. Kangana also took aim at Taapsees upcoming film. The posts were later deleted. Following Kanganas posts, Taapsee shared a short and cryptic social media message that read, Hence, proved, which many fans viewed as her response to the controversy. Speaking exclusively to HTCity, Taapsee clarified that she has never taken offence to Kanganas repeated sasti copy remarks. She said, I've always maintained I don't get offended by these sasti copy remarks. I've always said I'm happy she thinks I'm a copy, and that she's a phenomenal actress and I'm not. I dont come from a rich background or have the highest paid actor tags, maybe I'm sasti that way. Explaining her original comment, Taapsee added, What I said was, How one speaks is reflective of one's upbringing. It's up to that person to assume whether I said something bad about the upbringing or something good. She further stated, If you believe I am demeaning your upbringing, it means you believe you made demeaning comments. I did not say that! Taapsee concluded by saying, But then, I also think one needs proper education and upbringing to understand what I said. Also Read : Taapsee Pannu says Gandhari brings a different kind of rage and emotion: This was way more emotional for me to attempt in action
Kriti Sanon recently gave her social media followers a glimpse into her life away from her professional commitments with a candid photo dump on Instagram. The actress shared a series of photographs featuring travel, leisure and everyday moments, offering a more personal look at her time away from the spotlight. Sharing the carousel on Instagram, Kriti captioned the post, Some memories captured.. Mannnnyyyyy more Lived! The post features a mix of photographs from her recent outings and downtime, with the actress documenting moments that range from relaxed breaks to casual snapshots. Among the photographs are glimpses of Kriti enjoying time by the water and relaxing poolside in resort wear. She is also seen taking city walks in a wide-brimmed summer hat, adding to the travel-focused feel of the carousel. Another photograph features her with Kabir Bahia. The actress also included several more informal pictures in the photo dump. These include close-up images highlighting her nail art, casual car selfies and candid moments while grabbing a bite. Together, the photographs present a mix of posed and spontaneous frames from her recent experiences. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kriti Sanon (@kritisanon) The post received considerable attention from her followers, with the carousel crossing 700,000 likes within hours of being shared. Fans and members of the film industry also responded in the comments, reacting to the photographs and Kritis casual appearance in the images. Kriti has remained active on social media, regularly sharing updates related to her work as well as glimpses from her personal and travel experiences. Her latest post follows the increasingly popular trend of celebrities sharing photo dumps that bring together moments captured away from formal appearances and promotional commitments. On the work front, Kriti Sanon has some interesting projects in the pipeline. The actress, who was last seen in Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, continues to balance her acting assignments with her entrepreneurial ventures as well as presence on social media. The latest photo dump offers followers another look at the actress outside her on-screen appearances, bringing together travel memories, everyday activities and candid moments in a single carousel. Also Read: Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon bring playful energy to Fossil Fall 2026 campaign with Pickleball twist
With the inaugural season of the European T20 Premier League (ETPL) set to begin on August 26, cricket and hockey came together in the Netherlands as several prominent names from both sports attended the India-Netherlands mens fixture at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026. ETPL co-owner Abhishek Bachchan was joined at Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen by Dublin Guardians co-owner Rahul Dravid and Amsterdam Flames co-owners Steve Waugh and Jamie Dwyer. The group witnessed the fixture as the tournament preparations gather momentum ahead of the launch of the new European T20 franchise league. Following the match, Abhishek Bachchan met the Harmanpreet Singh-led Indian hockey team and extended his best wishes to the players for the remainder of their World Cup campaign. Rahul Dravid, Steve Waugh and Jamie Dwyer watched the action from the stands. For Bachchan, the visit marked his first experience of attending a Hockey World Cup. Speaking about the event, the actor and ETPL co-owner said, Its my first time at the Hockey World Cup and its not disappointed. Everything about the experience has just been fantastic. My congratulations to all the organisers, to the host countries for putting on such a wonderful show. Ive always followed hockey a lot, but its wonderful to see the flair that has come into the sport over the years. I really believe hockey is a very exciting sport. The appearance comes just days before the European T20 Premier League begins its inaugural season. The International Cricket Council (ICC)-sanctioned T20 franchise competition will feature six city-based teams and will be played from August 26 to September 20. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Int Hockey Federation (@fihockey) The tournament will be staged across two venues in Europe Voorburg in the Netherlands and Malahide in Ireland. The opening match will see Rotterdam Dockers take on Amsterdam Flames in Voorburg on August 26, marking the beginning of the leagues first season. The ETPL aims to provide a platform for franchise cricket in Europe, with a mix of established cricket personalities and international sporting figures involved with the participating teams. With its opening fixture now days away, the league is preparing to begin what its organisers describe as a significant new chapter for European cricket, while its co-owners continue to engage with sporting communities beyond the cricket field. Also Read: Abhishek Bachchan reveals his emotional connection with Jaipur: It is a city where Aishwarya and I started dating, It has an emotional part
The creative partnership between actor Taapsee Pannu and writer-producer Kanika Dhillon has continued across several genres in Hindi cinema. From Manmarziyaan to their upcoming revenge action-thriller Gandhari, the duo has collaborated on stories that explore different themes and formats. Pannu and Dhillon first worked together on Anurag Kashyaps Manmarziyaan (2018), in which Pannu played Rumi, an independent woman caught in a complicated relationship. They reunited for the streaming film Haseen Dillruba (2021), followed by the sports drama Rashmi Rocket (2021), which addressed gender-related regulations in athletics. Their collaboration continued with Rajkumar Hiranis Dunki (2023), followed by Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba (2024), expanding the story of their pulp thriller franchise. Their upcoming film Gandhari marks their sixth feature collaboration. Talking about their latest project and their creative association, writer-producer Kanika Dhillon said, With Gandhari, we are bringing an intense and emotionally charged mother-led action thriller to the screen. Taapsee and I are coming together for a fiery, raw action-thriller for the first time. Gandhari is a heroic story of a mother driven by revenge that I had a great time writing and producing. Taapsee is an exceptionally hard worker who has put her absolute heart and soul into every frame of this film. I cant wait for the audience to witness Taapsee in this fierce, unseen avatar. With Gandhari, Pannu and Dhillon are exploring the revenge-action genre after previously working across romantic drama, mystery, sports drama, immigration and thriller narratives. Their latest collaboration continues their association with stories built around varied themes and strong female-led characters. Also Read : Kiara Advani to team up with Saif Ali Khan for Kanika Dhillons supernatural thriller: REPORT
Kartik Aaryan recently suffered a knee injury while filming an action sequence for Kabir Khans upcoming sports drama. The actor underwent surgery at a Mumbai hospital and is currently recovering at home. While reports suggested that the injury could lead to a delay in the films shooting schedule, director Kabir Khan has dismissed the speculation and confirmed that there has been no change in the schedule. Kartiks team informed on Saturday that the actor had successfully undergone surgery following the injury. His spokesperson said in a statement, Kartik Aaryan sustained a knee injury while performing an action sequence on the set of his film. His surgery was completed successfully, and he is now back home, resting and recovering. He will be back on set soon. The injury reportedly occurred during the final two days of filming, when the team was working on several key action sequences. Kartik was subsequently taken to Fortis Raheja Hospital in Mahim for medical attention. The actor is expected to return to work once he has recovered. Amid the news of his injury, reports surfaced claiming that the films schedule could be postponed because of the unexpected setback. However, Kabir Khan has denied the reports and maintained that the production remains on track. Speaking to Hindustan Times, the filmmaker said, All this is wrong news. Theres no change in our schedule, we are on track. Kabir further clarified that the filming had already been completed when the incident took place. He said, Our shoot is already over. The upcoming sports drama is also significant for Kartik as it marks his debut as a producer under his own banner. With the shoot already wrapped, the actor can now focus on his recovery before returning to his professional commitments Also Read : Kartik Aaryan undergoes successful knee surgery after on-set injury
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Mumbai: Uorfi Javed has built a career around being impossible to ignore, but the internet sensation has now revealed that behind the fame, viral moments and constant attention was a year filled with professional rejection. From cancelled shows and lost opportunities to fewer brand deals and being turned down by some of televisions biggest reality 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 .
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Kannada actor Yash used the Telugu pre-release event of his upcoming film Toxic in Hyderabad to speak about Indian cinema, the importance of dreaming big and the need to reject North-South divisions, as reported in Times of India. Addressing a large gathering of students and fans, Yash thanked Telugu audiences for their continued support and [] The post We All Should Come Together, North, South, We Dont Want Any Of This: Actor Yash Urges Youngsters Not To Listen To Those Who Try To Divide appeared first on The Commune .
The makers of Mahakali, RKD Studios and Prasanth Varma, have unveiled the first glimpse of the upcoming film. Titled Shukracharyas WarCry, the 2-minute-55-second video sets up a conflict involving the forces of Dharma and Adharma. At the centre of the glimpse is Shukracharya, the guru of the Asuras, played by Akshaye Khanna. The actor appears in a striking new avatar, with an intense look and a commanding presence that hints at the scale of his character.
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Don't meddle: Ranveer warns producers' body in 'Don 3' row
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6 am shows, Rs 2,250 tickets: Yash's Toxic mania begins in Mumbai
am shows Rs tickets Yashs Toxic mania begins in Mumbai
Adnan Sami questions remake culture, asks makers to 'take a chance on new melodies'
Adnan Sami questions remake culture asks makers to take a chance on new melodies
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Filmmaker Rajkumar Santoshi has spoken about his shelved film based on the Battle of Saragarhi and alleged that Karan Johar and Akshay Kumars Kesari affected the prospects of his project. Santoshi claimed that his film, which featured Randeep Hooda in the lead, was already being made when Kesari was announced and eventually released on the same historical subject. Talking about his vision for the project, Santoshi said he wanted to make an authentic and realistic film. We wanted to make an honest and real film. We had an audition, real Sardars. The people who had not touched the blood had auditioned them. We had them ready. We had a shoot in the 20 days, in Ganga Nagar, in Rajasthan. Santoshi also praised Randeep Hooda for his dedication to the role and his transformation for the film. He said, Randeep Hooda is a great actor, a great man. He had completely become a Sardar after growing a beard. The filmmaker then addressed the making of Kesari, which starred Akshay Kumar and was produced by Karan Johar. Santoshi said he felt the makers should have approached him before making a film on the same subject, especially since his project was already in production. He said, In the industry, they have made Kesari. Karan Johar and Akshay Kumar made it. At least, they should have asked us. The industry is one family. Santoshi further claimed that the release of Kesari affected his films prospects with OTT and satellite platforms. According to him, people from these platforms who had been discussing his project backed out because they preferred to work with a major producer and a major star. He explained, When they made Kesari, the OTT and satellite and digital people, whom we were talking to, backed out. Because Akshay Kumar is a very big star and Karan Johar is a very big producer. They knew that they would make a film quickly and release it, so our business would not work. Santoshi alleged that this eventually left his project stuck despite having already completed 20 days of shooting. So, my picture, it got stuck. After 20 days of shooting, the picture was shut down, he said. His remarks shed light on the challenges faced by filmmakers when two projects based on the same historical event are developed simultaneously, particularly when one involves a major Bollywood star and a leading production house. Also Read: EXCLUSIVE: Sunny Deol and Rajkumar Santoshi set to reunite after Batwara 1947, exploring Ghatak sequel
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One Piece announces two new movies: God Valley set for 2027, Baad for 2029
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Yash stops bodyguard from pulling fan away, poses for selfie in viral moment
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Toxic full cast revealed: Who plays whom in Yash's underworld saga?
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'Coach' star Shelley Fabares dies at 82
Hollywood is mourning the loss of beloved actor Shelley Fabares, who passed away at 82. The news was confirmed by her family on Monday.
Asim Riaz denies pressuring Himanshi Khurana to convert to Islam
Mumbai: Bigg Boss 13 ex-couple Asim Riaz and Himanshi Khurana are once again at the centre of attention, with their past relationship making headlines after Himanshi opened up about their breakup and the religious differences that contributed to their separation. The former couple, who met and fell in love during their time on Bigg Boss 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 .
Meet Kaziah Liz Mejo: 19-year-old becomes Miss Universe India 2026
Kaziah Liz Mejo, a 19-year-old law student and model from Mavelikkara, Kerala, has been crowned Miss Universe India 2026. She won the title at the grand finale held in Jaipur on August 23.
Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3' titled 'Drishyam The Conclusion'
Ajay Devgn's much-awaited Drishyam 3 has been officially titled 'Drishyam: The Conclusion', signalling the possible final chapter of the crime-thriller franchise. The makers unveiled the title along with a poster featuring Devgn, while confirming the film's theatrical release for October 2, 2026.
