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I won my first Best Actor Award for playing Chandala in an inter-school drama competition, says R...
Actor Rajinikanth has now disclosed that he won his first Best Actor Award for playing the character of Chandala in a play that was staged during an inter-school drama competition.The actor made this disclosure in his message to his alma mater Acharya Patha Shala (APS) Public School and College, Bangalore, which is now celebrating its 90th anniversary.Rajinikanth, who spoke in Kannada in the video clip, turned nostalgic as he recalled his school and college days.The superstar said that he was...
Vijay Sethupathi reveals how 'Viduthalai' was a transformative experience for him
Vijay Sethupathi shared his thoughts on being a part of the Tamil action thriller "Viduthalai Part 2," starring Vijay Sethupathi and Soori, which is set to stream on January 19. The star talked about how working on the film has been a deeply transformative experience for him as an actor.Mumbai, Jan 18 (IANS) Vijay Sethupathi shared his thoughts on being a part of the Tamil action thriller "Viduthalai Part 2," starring Vijay Sethupathi and Soori, which is set to stream on January 19. The star ...
Siraj's effectiveness comes down a little bit when not bowling with the new ball, says Rohit
A significant point which came out from India's squads for the ODIs against England and the Champions Trophy was the exclusion of pacer Mohammed Siraj, with captain Rohit Sharma saying his effectiveness goes down by a little bit when not handed the new ball.Rohit also said that Siraj, who has 71 ODI wickets against his name in 44 games, including picking a remarkable six-fer in the 2023 Asia Cup final, was not locked in for a certain role in the team, especially with question marks still arou...
ILT20: Avishka Fernando's record-breaking fifty powers Sharjah Warriorz to victory
Avishka Fernando electrified the Sharjah Cricket Stadium with blistering innings, leading the Warriorz to a record-breaking chase in ILT20 history. Chasing 202 against Dubai Capitals, Fernando smashed an extraordinary 81 runs off just 27 balls, reaching his half-century in a record-breaking 16 balls - the fastest in the tournament's history.Dubai, Jan 18 (IANS) Avishka Fernando electrified the Sharjah Cricket Stadium with blistering innings, leading the Warriorz to a record-breaking chase in ...
Yemen's Houthis claim attacks on Israeli cities, US aircraft carrier
Yemen's Houthi group said that it launched multiple rocket and drone attacks at three Israeli cities and also conducted a fresh attack against US aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in the Red Sea."In response to the recent massacres against our brothers in Gaza, we carried out a military operation targeting vital targets in the Israeli southern port city of Eilat, using four cruise missiles," Houthi military spokesperson Yahya Sarea said on Friday in a statement aired by Houthi-run al-Masir...
'Arctic blast' sending Trump's inauguration indoors
President-elect Donald Trump is moving his inauguration ceremonies indoors to the Capitol Rotunda because of the threat of an "Arctic blast" -- extreme cold and winds -- forecast for Monday in Washington paring down the traditional spectacle of hundreds of thousands of people.New York, Jan 18 (IANS) President-elect Donald Trump is moving his inauguration ceremonies indoors to the Capitol Rotunda because of the threat of an "Arctic blast" -- extreme cold and winds -- forecast for Monday in Was...
PM Modi to distribute over 65 lakh property cards under SVAMITVA scheme today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 65 lakh property cards on Saturday under the SVAMITVA Scheme, marking a major milestone in India's rural empowerment efforts.New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 65 lakh property cards on Saturday under the SVAMITVA Scheme, marking a major milestone in India’s rural empowerment efforts.The distribution will take place through a video conferencing event at 12:30 PM, during which the Prime Minister will in...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to visit Maha Kumbh today in Prayagraj
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to visit Prayagraj on Saturday to participate in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.The Union Minister will begin his visit by taking a holy dip in the sacred waters of the Sangam and will then perform religious rituals at key sites, including Akshaya Vat, Patalpuri Temple, Saraswati Kund, and the Hanuman Temple.His visit is part of the grand religious event, which is attracting millions of devotees from across the country and the world.This year’s Maha Kumbh,...
SA20: Sunrisers Eastern Cape return to winning ways at Kingsmead
The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have returned to winning ways with a 58-run bonus victory over Durban's Super Giants at Kingsmead. The defending champions were desperate to kickstart their SA 20 Season 3 campaign after three defeats.Durban, Jan 18 (IANS) The Sunrisers Eastern Cape have returned to winning ways with a 58-run bonus victory over Durban’s Super Giants at Kingsmead. The defending champions were desperate to kickstart their SA 20 Season 3 campaign after three defeats.Aiden Markram’s...
Selena Gomez feeds sandwiches to wildfire victims, first responders
Singer-actress Selena Gomez has been busy handing out food to victims and emergency workers working to tackle the wildfires.The star shared video footage which showed her wearing a facemask as she sorted through boxes of sandwiches which had been donated to feed those who have been displaced by the fires as well as the emergency workers who have been battling the flames in areas including Los Angeles and Malibu, reports femalefirst.co.uk.She added a clip of first responders and added the capt...
Saif Ali Khan stabbing: Actor shifted to general ward, Kareena records statement
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, who has been recuperating well at the Lilavati Hospital, has been shifted to a suite as his condition got better on Friday.The actor was attacked at his Bandra home by an intruder, who climbed up a flight of stairs and sneaked into the Pataudi home in Sharan Satguru building in Bandra area of MumbaiThe assailant who demanded Rs 1 crore, as per the house help, who was present at the scene, and also sustained injuries from the knife wielded by the intruder.The act...
TN: Actor-politician Vijay to lead protest march against Parandur airport on January 20
Tamil superstar and Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Vijay will lead a protest march on January 20 at Eganapuram village against the proposed greenfield airport, which is set to become Chennai's second airport.Vijay has sought permission to visit Eganapuram village in the Kanchipuram district, where the airport is planned.The protest aims to highlight the ongoing agitation by residents of about 20 villages who have opposed the project since 2022.Vijay sought permission to hold the meeting ...
Aus Open: Swiatek eases past Raducanu into Round of 16
World No. 2 Iga Swiatek of Poland delivered a commanding performance to defeat Great Britain's Emma Raducanu 6-1, 6-0 in their third-round showdown at the Australian Open on Saturday."For sure I felt great. I felt like the ball is listening to me. So just pretty loosened up. At the end I felt like all the tactics and everything I wanted to do, I was able to. So I just kept going," Swiatek said in press.The highly-anticipated showdown on Rod Laver Arena ended in just 70 minutes, with Swiatek a...
'Bandish Bandits' actress Shreya Chaudhry opens about how she overcame fitness issues
Actress Shreya Chaudhry, who gained recognition with her work in "Bandish Bandits", has talked about her fitness journey in the past with her having a slip disc at an early age of 19 to her putting on over 30 kilos of weight.Mumbai, Jan 18 (IANS) Actress Shreya Chaudhry, who gained recognition with her work in "Bandish Bandits", has talked about her fitness journey in the past with her having a slip disc at an early age of 19 to her putting on over 30 kilos of weight.Talking to social media, ...
Saif Ali Khan's stabbing case: Kareena reaches hospital to meet husband
Post his surgery, Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan reached Lilavati Hospital to meet her husband Saif Ali Khan, who was stabbed multiple times by burglar during the wee hours of Thursday.Mumbai, Jan 16 (IANS) Post his surgery, Bollywood diva Kareena Kapoor Khan reached Lilavati Hospital to meet her husband Saif Ali Khan, who was stabbed multiple times by burglar during the wee hours of Thursday.A video of the actress stepping into the hospital with tight security is doing the rounds on soci...