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Mumbai: Ever since Salman Khan's upcoming film 'Maatrubhumi' underwent a title change, speculation has been rife that the actor reworked the script to give it an anti-war tone. However, a fresh report suggests that 'Maatrubhumi' was never meant to be a war film. While it is set against the backdrop of the 2020 Indo-China clash, it focuses on a message of peace. According to India Today report, Salman agreed to do the film on the condition that it would not glorify war. "For someone who has delivered a film like Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Salman has always believed in the power of cinema to unite rather than divide. He has consciously stayed away from narratives that glorify war for the sake of spectacle. If you look at his body of work, there's a consistent thread of stories that champion peace, compassion, and humanity above conflict," a source was quoted as saying by the portal. The source also said that the film's original title made many people think it was directly based on the battle. Even the teaser suggested a tense war setting, showing Salman ready for action in a conflict zone. After this, the actor decided to change the title and added the line "May war rest in peace" as the film's slogan. The source added, "The team wanted to assure audiences that the film would in no way glorify war, as their intention has always been completely opposite." The report further revealed that "human side of a soldier, the emotional duality of living two lives, one on the battlefield and one at home."
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28 (ANI): On the back of two consecutive successful seasons, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India pioneering tennis-ball T10 tournament, returns for its third edition, bigger, better and bolder, as per a release from ISPL. The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026. Among the highlights of the upcoming season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will receive a brand-new Porsche 911, further showcasing how the league has scaled up to match global sporting competition and benchmarks. The announcem ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Homegrown Premier Energies on Monday announced securing multiple solar contract worth USD 19.95 million (around Rs 177 crore) Republic of Benin, West Africa. These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy, Premier Energies said in a statement. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin. The scope of the contracts cover ...Read More >
Salman Khan (L) and Rajpal Yadav (R). ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Salman Khan supported Rajpal Yadav amid Rs 9-crore cheque bounce case controversy * An award show host's remark on Rajpal's case sparked criticism and social media praise * Rajpal said the controversial segment was meant as a broader commentary on global issues Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Salman Khan came out in support of actor Rajpal Yadav after a remark at a ...Read More >
New Delhi: Recently, Bigg Boss 16 contestant, Abdu Rozik made headlines after various reports of the social media influencer being arrested surfaced online. Following allegations of theft, Abdu's management team, S-Line Project, has clarified the situation. In a statement quoted by India Today, the team denied the arrest claims, saying, "First of all, he is not arrested, he was only detained by the police. Abdu Rozik gave his explanations and was released. Today he will participate in the award ceremony, which will be held in Dubai." They further criticised the misinformation circulating in ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28 (ANI): On the back of two consecutive successful seasons, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India's pioneering tennis-ball T10 tournament, returns for its third edition, bigger, better and bolder, as per a release from ISPL. The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026. Among the highlights of the upcoming season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will receive a brand-new Porsche 911, further showcasing how the league has scaled up to match global sporting competition and benchmarks. Also Read | ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): BJP MP Gulam Ali Khatana, who was part of the all-party parliamentary delegation to Europe, said that during their recently conclued visit they successfully communicated India's development story and its resolute stand against terrorism, particularly emanating from Pakistan. Highlighting the delegation's key discussions during the tour, Khatana told ANI, 'We discussed how we dismantled the terrorism factory in Pakistan by responding... We also talked about tourism infrastructure, G20 Summit, and projects like the six-lane roads, bridges, solar initiatives, our ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone has emerged as the most searched Indian film personality of the past decade, surpassing iconic stars such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, and Rajinikanth. The analysis, based on IMDb's weekly rankings from January 2014 to April 2024 and real page views from its 250 million monthly visitors, placed Deepika at the top, followed by Shah Rukh Khan. The top five also include Aishwarya Rai, Alia Bhatt, and the late Irrfan Khan. Other notable stars in the top ten are Aamir Khan (6th), Salman Khan (8th), Hrithik Roshan (9th), and Akshay Kumar (10th) ...Read More >
Actor Rajpal Yadav recently shared his experiences during his time in Tihar Jail, in a conversation with filmmaker and choreographer Farah Khan. He spoke about the discipline required to stay in jail and expressed gratitude for the support he received from fellow actors and filmmakers during this challenging period. Rajpal Yadav recalls jail days While appearing on Farah Khan's vlog, Rajpal prepared mixed vegetable rice, a dish he recalled making during his struggling days in Mumbai when he liv ...Read More >
Diljit Dosanjh has been grabbing attention following Pakistani actress Hania Aamir's casting in Sardaar Ji 3. Though the film has not been released in India, but still celebs have criticised the singer cum actor. Rumours were going on that he had been removed from Border 2. Looks like Diljit Dosanjh has put all speculation to rest. He shared a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video from the sets of Border 2, hinting that he's very much part of the much-anticipated war drama. Taking to his Instagram handl ...Read More >
Jhargram, Jul 18 (PTI) Three elephants, including two calves, were run over by an express train near Banstala railway station in West Bengal's Paschim Midnapore district, police said on Friday. The incident, which took place on Thursday night, occurred when an elephant herd that probably came from Jharkhand's Dalma forest was traversing, they said. The three pachyderms were mowed on the tracks by a speeding Janshatabdi Express on the Kharagpur-Tatanagar section, a police officer said. It was difficult to go near the carcasses for some time, as the herd of 30 elephants was passing through th ...Read More >
umbai, April 04 (UNI) The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), one of Mumbai's premier cultural institutions, marked its third anniversary with an extravagant pink carpet gala, drawing an array of prominent figures from cinema, sports and the arts. The event witnessed the presence of Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his wife Nita Ambani, whose appearance together became a focal point of the evening, symbolising the institution's growing stature as a hub for artistic and cultural engagement. Addressing the gathering, Nita Ambani delivered an emotional speech, reflecting o ...Read More >
Mumbai, Prepping for an action movie is becoming increasingly more challenging with each passing year, month and day, says superstar Salman Khan, who terms his next feature one of the most "physically demanding" projects of his career. Salman, who will turn 60 in December this year, is pouring his heart and soul into "Battle of Galwan" directed by Apoorva Lakhia of "Shootout at Lokhandwala" fame. The much anticipated war drama is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between India and China. ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 28, 2025: On the back of two consecutive successful seasons, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India's pioneering tennis-ball T10 tournament, returns for its third edition, bigger, better and bolder. The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026. Among the highlights of the upcoming season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will receive a brand-new Porsche 911, further showcasing how the league has scaled up to match global sporting competition and benchmarks. Indian Street Premier League Announces National Competitive Fra ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 31 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Deepika Padukone, who has been a strong advocate for mental health awareness, reacted to cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues' recent revelation about battling anxiety. The 'Om Shanti Om' actress, known for openly sharing her own struggles with depression in the past, praised Jemimah for her honesty and courage in speaking up, highlighting the importance of conversations around mental well-being in sports and beyond. Taking to her Instagram Stories, Deepika Padukone reshared a video of cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues, in which the athlete opened up about her struggl ...Read More >
Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer has passed away at the age of 68. He was widely recognized for his portrayal of Karna in the epic television series Mahabharat. Dheer also left a lasting impression with his role in the Zee Horror Show episode 'Dastak'. Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his iconic role as Karna in B.R. Chopra's epic television series Mahabharat, has passed away at the age of 68. As reported by ANI, while the exact cause of his death remains unclear, media sources suggest ...Read More >
One of Salman Khan's memorable ramp walks took place in 2018. Photo: Instagram It is not often that we see Salman Khan walk the ramp. But when he does, it surely turns into a showstopper moment. What On Monday, October 14, the Sikandar actor dished out absolute festive vibes at fashion designer Vikram Phadnis' 35th anniversary gala. The glittery night of sartorial presentations celebrated the theme of Vintage India, with 100 models showcasing the designer's breathtaking creations. The spotligh ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Pankaj Saran, the former Deputy National Security Advisor of India, praised the recently released film Dhurandhar: The Revenge calling it a new benchmark for Indian cinema. The film was released in theatres worldwide on March 19. In an interview to ANI, Pankaj Saran highlighted the proffesional execution and authentic depiction of the real incidents in the movie, describing it as an appropriate use of Aditya Dhar's "artisitic" approach to keep up with the global filmmaking standards. "I love the film. I love Dhurandhar 2 more than Dhurandhar 1. I mean, minu ...Read More >
Mumbai: Bollywood star Salman Khan posted a new photo on social media, and fans can't stop talking about it. In the picture, Salman is wearing a blue T-shirt and giving a serious pose. But what really got attention was the caption he wrote in Hindi: "Mehnat karo sahi disha mein. Unhi par woh meherbaan, aur banayega unhi ko unke hunar ka pehelwan. In English...you translate. " He then challenged fans to translate it into English themselves. Fans loved the line, which talks about working hard in the right direction. While the quote inspired many, some fans noticed something else -- a poster o ...Read More >
Mumbai: Superstar Salman Khan has been hosting the reality show 'Bigg Boss' for well over a decade. He is obviously being paid a handsome amount. Recent reports suggested that Salman is getting around Rs 150 to 200 crore for hosting season 19 of the show. In an interview with India Today, producer Rishi Negi of Banijay Asia and Endemol Shine India said Salman is worth every penny he is being offered for the show. "This contract is between him and JioHotstar, so I am not privy to that. But whatever the rumour is, whatever it is, he is worth every penny. For me, as long as he is there on my w ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 (ANI): Actor Rajpal Yadav has addressed a recent incident stemming from a viral moment at an awards ceremony in Mumbai, urging restraint even as the episode sparked debate online. During the April 5 event, Yadav was in the audience and there was bantering between him and journalist Saurabh Dwivedi and comedian Zakir Khan, who were on the stage. In a clip circulated widely on social media, Yadav referred to the impact of the West Asia conflict said, "Rupya, dollar sab upar neeche ho raha hai, kuch samajh mein nahi aa raha hai (There's a lot of up and down ...Read More >
Ambikapur (Chhattisgarh) [India], April 4 (ANI): The saying 'talent needs no introduction' found a fitting example at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026, where wrestlers from Karnataka's Siddi community have made a powerful statement on the mat. Their success is no longer just about medals--it reflects the emergence of an entire community as a force in wrestling. Of African descent, there are about 50,000 Siddis in India, of which one-third live in Karnataka. Out of the nine wrestlers representing Karnataka at KITG 2026, four belonged to the Siddi community. Three of them clinched gold while ...Read More >
PVR Inox will host a Birthday Film Festival for Shah Rukh Khan. The event starts October 31, ahead of his 60th birthday. Over two weeks, 75 cinemas across 30 cities will screen his biggest hits. Films like Chennai Express, Devdas, Dil Se, Main Hoon Na, and Jawan will be shown. This celebrates the actor's 33-year journey in cinema. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan will be honoured with the Birthday Film Festival at India's PVR Inox, India's largest film exhibition company, which is set to re-re ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28 (ANI): On the back of two consecutive successful seasons, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India's pioneering tennis-ball T10 tournament, returns for its third edition, bigger, better and bolder.The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6 next year. Among the highlights of the upcoming season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will receive a brand-new Porsche 911, further showcasing how the league has sc ...Read More >
Recalling the initial days when he began filming for Border 2, Varun Dhawan said even though he was a bit nervous, Sunny Deol made him feel comfortable on the movie set. Actors Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty, who are the new entrants in "Border 2", on Tuesday said they were "nervous" and "petrified" to be part of the sequel of the 1997 hit. Billed as a spiritual sequel by the makers, the film explores the 1971 Indo-Pak war, and is fronted by Sunny Deol, who will be seen playing the role of an arm ...Read More >
Rashmika Mandanna was recently all praise for Salman KhanThe two will be sharing screen space in SikandarSikander, directed by AR Murugadoss, will be released on Eid 2025 Rashmika Mandanna will be seen opposite Salman Khan in their upcoming film Sikandar. While the Pushpa 2 actor can't talk much about her role in the film, she was full of praise for Salman Khan. In an exclusive chat with India Today Digital, Rashmika opened up about working with the superstar. Talking about her experience, Rash ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 19 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated her 51st birthday in her ancestral village, Nandgarh, in neighbouring Haryana on Saturday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top Union ministers and BJP leaders greeted Gupta, born on July 19, 1974, on her first birthday after becoming the chief minister in February. "Best wishes to Delhi Chief Minister, Smt. Rekha Gupta ji, on her birthday. Rising through the ranks, she has always remained active in serving Delhi. As Chief Minister, she has undertaken numerous initiatives for the city's welfare. May she be blessed with ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28 (ANI): On the back of two consecutive successful seasons, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India's pioneering tennis-ball T10 tournament, returns for its third edition, bigger, better and bolder, as per a release from ISPL. The tournament, featuring eight teams, will be held in Surat from January 9 to February 6, 2026. Among the highlights of the upcoming season, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) will receive a brand-new Porsche 911, further showcasing how the league has scaled up to match global sporting competition and benchmarks. The announc ...Read More >