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Mumbai, June 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Vikrant Massey, who has a strong connection with television, was motivated to share his views on history after witnessing the promo of the show "Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan", based on a significant chapter from the life of Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan. Massey penned a heartfelt note on his Instagram handle that read, "Very few people know that history has always been my favorite subject. Even today, I read books simply out of interest -- to understand the present, it is essential to understand the past. Recently, I saw the promo of an upcoming show on Sony TV, and a thought crossed my mind." Revealing how history can be misinterpreted with time, the '12th Fail' actor wrote, "Who says that Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated by Mohammad Ghori? Prithviraj Chauhan defeated Ghori multiple times in battle and spared his life each time. It was only when Ghori won once through deceit that he captured Prithviraj, had his eyes gouged out, and gave him a death fit for an animal." Massey added, "But books say, and our neighboring country believes, that Prithviraj was defeated. That is incorrect. Prithviraj was never truly defeated. A nation, a society, a civilization -- these don't rise or fall because of a single incident or a single battle. Sometimes it takes centuries, even millennia, for such outcomes to be decided. Even today, nearly a 1000 years later, the land of Prithviraj Chauhan's birth thrives. Delhi, Ajmer, Rajputana, and all of Hindustan are prosperous and progressing. On the other hand, Mohammad Ghori's Ghor has become one of the most backward regions in the entire world." He added. "Prithviraj still lives on. We are proud of him. But in Ghori's country, there is no one left who even utters his name." He concluded. "Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan" airs on Sony TV and Sony LIV at 7:30 PM, from Monday to Friday.
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 26 (ANI): Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker, known for directing an impressive slate of films like 'Jodhaa Akbar', 'Lagaan', and 'Swades', has extended a heartfelt message for Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. In a nod to SRK's National Award win, Gowariker, who was one of the jury members at the 71st National Film Awards, dedicated a special post to the actor. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashutosh Gowariker (@ashutoshgowariker) "What a journey we have had... each forging one's own path and today, to come together on this prestigious Dai ...Read More >
New Delhi: History has a lot to say about what we have been through. While there are many forms of literature and other mediums that educate audiences about the past, it was just a promo of the show Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan on Sony that made actor Vikrant Massey open up about our history. Vikrant Massey was a prominent figure in the television industry. He played a significant role in the popular show Balika Vadhu and gained widespread recognition. He later entered into films, delivering impactful performances and emerging as a true hero with films like 12th Fail and The Sabarmat ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 4 (PTI) Wordsmith-politician Shashi Tharoor chose to keep it simple in his congratulations to Shah Rukh Khan for his National Award win but not the superstar who went the whole hog in his response and had his X readers reaching out for the dictionary. The tables were turned as it were. "A National Treasure wins a National Award. Congratulations @iamsrk," Tharoor wrote on X in response to Shah Rukh bagging the National Award for his 2023 film "Jawan". "Thank you for the simple praise Mr Tharoor... would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian...ha ha ...Read More >
IMAGE: Vikrant Massey and wife Sheetal Thakur. Photograph: Kind courtesy Sheetal Thakur/Instagram Moments before he received his maiden National Film Award for Best Actor, Vikrant Massey said his focus was on following the protocol and get a good picture with President Droupadi Murmu, one that he could hang in his home. At the 71st National Film Awards ceremony, Massey was recognised for his performance in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's 12th Fail, which won the Best Film Award at the ceremony. For Masse ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 7 (ANI): Actor Rajeev Khandelwal has come on board as a host for 'Tum Ho Naa', a reality game show. Excited about his hosting stint, Rajeev, in a press note, said, " Over the years, I've been offered so many kinds of roles, some experimental, some quite unconventional. But I've always chosen to follow my heart and be part of something that genuinely feels meaningful to me. With the show Tum Ho Naa, I am happy to return on television" Also Read | Kim Min Hee, Former A-Feel Member, Dies at 30. On Tuesday, the makers unveiled the promo of the show as well. ...Read More >
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 has got its first crorepati of the season. Aditya Kumar from Uttarakhand won Rs 1 crore on the Amitabh Bachchan-hosted quiz show, according to the latest promo dropped by the makers on Wednesday. Host Amitabh Bachchan is seen hugging Aditya, who says he still cannot believe the moment. The promo also shows him attempting the Rs 7 crore question. Aditya, who hails from Uttarakhand, is currently posted at a thermal power plant in Gujarat. He serves as a deputy commandant ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 15: L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading retail financiers in the country, has introduced its latest TV commercial (TVC), 'Just Zoom Two-wheeler Loans,' featuring its brand ambassador, Jasprit Bumrah. The campaign tagline 'Bumrah Ki Speed Par,' cleverly draws parallels between Bumrah's speed and precision with LTF's swift and seamless Two-wheeler financing. Also Read | Kannada Actor Upendra and His Wife Priyanka Upendra's Phones Hacked; Sandalwood Couple Share Videos, Alert Contacts Not To Transfer Money After Scammers Demand INR 22,000 - WATCH. ...Read More >
Ali Fazal turned 39 years old on October 15 and celebrated his special day with his close ones. The actor is currently in Benares filming his upcoming film, Mirzapur: The Movie and celebrated his birthday on the set. Ali took to his Instagram and shared a series of pictures from his birthday celebration on social media. The actor, who reprises his role as the adored Guddu Bhaiya, delighted fans with a fun behind-the-scenes selfie that went viral. The selfie included a number of well-known faces ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) Actor Rajeev Khandelwal is set to host a reality game show, titled "Tum Ho Naa", Sony Pictures Networks India has announced. The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television as well as streaming service Sony LIV. Khandelwal is best known for his work in TV, OTT shows and films like "Kahiin To Hoga", "Left Right Left", "Haq Se", "Showtime", "Aamir", "Shaitan", and "Table No. 1". "Over the years, I've been offered so many kinds of roles, some experimental, some quite unconventional. But I've always chosen to follow my heart and be part of something that genuine ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) Manushi Chhillar, the celebrated Miss World 2017, opened up about her incredible journey from being crowned the titleholder to now serving as a judge on the iconic Miss World stage. Reflecting on her experiences, Manushi shared insights into how the pageant transformed her life and the meaningful role she now plays in shaping and inspiring the next generation of contestants. Her transition from winner to mentor marks a full-circle moment, highlighting her continued commitment to the values and purpose behind the Miss World platform. Reflecting on her journey, ...Read More >
Kaun Banega Crorepati is back with its 17th season and an upcoming Independence Day special promises to be inspiring. The episode will feature three women officers from the Indian Armed Forces - Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Commander Prerna Deosthalee. In a recently released promo, Col Sofiya was on the hot seat with the other two officers as they share stories from Operation Sindoor. She tells Amitabh Bachchan about Operation Sindoor that took place after terrorists ...Read More >
Raghav Chadha shows his support, and applauds wife Parineeti Chopra as she launches her talk show titled 'Mom Talks'. Parineeti Chopra, who welcomed a baby boy last year, has recently launched a talk show titled 'Mom Talks'. She released the show's promo on Instagram, explaining that it will address stigma and various issues related to pregnancy, childcare, and motherhood. Her husband, Raghav Chadha, expressed his support for Parineeti by leaving a congratulatory comment, stating that he is alwa ...Read More >
Mumbai: Actor Vikrant Massey recently caused a stir in the entertainment industry with a social media post that many interpreted as an announcement of his retirement. The actor's heartfelt message reflected on his career, gratitude for his supporters, and his plans to take a step back. However, in a recent interview with News18, Vikrant clarified the misunderstanding, explaining that he is taking a long break rather than retiring from acting altogether. In his Instagram post, Vikrant wrote: "Hello, The last few years and beyond have been phenomenal. I thank each and every one of you for your ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], December 3 (ANI): Producer Ektaa R Kapoor on Tuesday met with Odisha Chief Minister Charan Majhi in Bhubaneshwar. Visuals from the meeting surfaced online in which CM Mohan Charan Majhi and Ektaa could be seen exchanging warm pleasantries. Also Read | 'The Sabarmati Report': Union Home Minister Amit Shah Praises Vikrant Massey Starrer for Revealing the Truth Behind Godhra (View Post). Ektaa also visited Lingaraja Temple and offered prayers there. Notably, on Monday, Ektaa along with the team of 'The Sabarmati Report' attended a special screening of the film wi ...Read More >
Chennai, July 17: The 17th season of the immensely popular television game show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' will premiere on August 11 this year and will seek to champion the dreams of commoners and their 'Can Do' Attitude, its creators announced on Thursday. Sony Entertainment Television on Thursday unveiled the new campaign for Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 17, highlighting the spirit of today's India. Titled 'Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahaan Akad Hai', the campaign puts the spotlight firmly on how knowledge is empowering India, fuelling common man's ambitions, instilling confidence, and driving a ...Read More >
India's most iconic singing reality show, Indian Idol, returns for a new season on Sony Entertainment Television, bringing a wave of nostalgia and melody under the heartfelt theme -- Yaadon Ki Playlist: Jahaan Awazein Aaj Wali Aur Gaane Aap Wale. Singer Shreya Ghoshal will shortly return as a judge on Indian Idol Season 16. The singer has officially acknowledged her return in her most recent social media post. Shreya teased on her Instagram Story that she had started filming for the forthcoming ...Read More >
On a recent podcast, actor Divya Dutta spoke about women's expression of love, responding to a question about whether she had ever experienced the kind of intense love often associated with veteran actor Rekha. YouTuber Shubhankar Mishra, on his podcast, referred to Rekha as someone who has never shied away from expressing her love and admiration for megastar Amitabh Bachchan. He cited instances such as her jumping with joy at an award show when Bachchan won a trophy, and her warm gesture toward ...Read More >
Reportedly, Rajeev Khandelwal's show Tum Ho Naa will replace Akshay Kumar's quiz reality show Wheel of Fortune. Bollywood actor Rajeev Khandelwal is all set to mark his return to the television space with his upcoming show Tum Ho Naa. The actor, who has always chosen quality over quantity in terms of content, explained that he has picked projects that he felt were meaningful. "Over the years, I have been offered so many kinds of roles, some experimental, some quite unconventional. But I have a ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]April 4 (ANI): Actor Parineeti Chopra, who was blessed with a baby boy last year, created a chat show called 'Mom Talks'. On Saturday, Parineeti took to Instagram and announced the show with an exciting trailer. The promo promises intimate and candid conversations on parenting, with a star-studded lineup including Neha Dhupia, Vikrant Massey with Sheetal Thakur, Imran Khan, Gauahar Khan with Zaid Darbar and Disha Parmar, all joining Parineeti to share their personal experiences and insights. The announcement of the show has excited Parineeti's family members, friend ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 1 (ANI): NMDC, India's largest iron ore producer, marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new international office in Dubai, UAE on Tuesday. This strategic expansion fortifies NMDC's global presence and propels its vision to become a multinational mining powerhouse, the company said in a release. Also Read | Mawra Hocane, Saba Qamar and Few Pakistani Actors' Instagram Accounts Now Visible in India but Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan Remain Banned. The office was inaugurated by the Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy, Minister of Steel, and Heavy Ind ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): Actor Ranveer Singh celebrated the 10th anniversary of his film 'Dil Dhadakne Do'. On Thursday, Ranveer dropped a scene from the movie on his Instagram Story and wrote, "Zoie Supremacy @zoeiakthar. I love you like Pluto loves Kabir. #10yearsofddd." Also Read | 'DNA' Release Date: Atharva Murali, Nimisha Sajayan-Starrer Film To Hit Screens on June 20. Director Zoya Akhtar also got nostalgic and posted some pictures of the film on Instagram. "Dil Dhadakne Do Big love to the best crew and the most amazing cast, also a big thank you to that life chan ...Read More >
Mumbai: Upset by the city police's alleged pressure to remove loudspeakers from mosques, some mosques in the city have found a solution through the introduction of a dedicated mobile Azaan app to relay call to prayers five times a day, directly to the worshippers.Globally, Muslim citizens, including those in the US, the UK, Saudi Arabia and UAE, use Azaan apps to get notification for Azaan time for the masjid located in specific areas.Developed by a group of volunteers in Tamil Nadu , the online azaan app has been in use in TN for over three years. "Most people go out to work and their place o ...Read More >
Vikrant Massey wins Best Actor at the 71st National Film Awards for 12th Fail, says it's a dream come true and a privilege to share it with Shah Rukh Khan. The winners of the 71st National Film Awards were announced on August 1, celebrating the best of Indian cinema from 2023. Vikrant Massey and Shah Rukh Khan took home the Best Actor award for their powerful performances in 12th Fail and Jawan, respectively. Reacting to the honour, Vikrant Massey expressed heartfelt gratitude and reflected on ...Read More >
Vikrant Massey, on March 31, posted a picture of the bill, pointing out the additional fee and questioning why customers continue to be subjected to service charges. Vikrant Massey recently drew attention on social media after calling out a restaurant for allegedly levying an unlawful service charge. Known for voicing his opinions on public issues, the 12th Fail actor, on March 31, posted a picture of the bill, pointing out the additional fee and questioning why customers continue to be subjecte ...Read More >
New Delhi, May 23 (PTI) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday claimed that India's foreign policy has "collapsed" and asked External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to explain why has India been hyphenated with Pakistan and who asked US President Donald Trump to "mediate" between the two South Asian neighbours. Gandhi tagged a post by the Congress which carried a video clip of Jaishankar answering questions on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent tensions between India and Pakistan, during an interview with Dutch broadcaster NOS "Will JJ explain: Why has India been hyphenated with Pak ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood actor Rajeev Khandelwal is all set to mark his return to the television space with his upcoming show Tum Ho Naa. The actor who has always chosen quality over quantity in terms of content, explained that he has picked projects that he felt were meaningful. "Over the years, I have been offered so many kinds of roles, some experimental, some quite unconventional. But I have always chosen to follow my heart and be part of something that genuinely feels meaningful to me," said Rajeev in a statement. Talking about the show, he added, "With the show Tum H ...Read More >
The prestigious National Film Awards 2025 was hosted where the Indian film industry came together to celebrate cinematic excellence. The evening recognised outstanding performances in films released in 2023, honouring legends and emerging talents. Among the highlights was the presence of superstar Shah Rukh Khan, versatile actor Vikrant Massey and the iconic Rani Mukerji, who all won in the Best Actor category. However, one of the most heartwarming moments of the evening came from a young artist ...Read More >
Sonal Chauhan, famous for Jannat, joins Mirzapur: The Film's cast. She shared her excitement on Instagram, calling it a "game-changing" journey. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Excel Entertainment, the film is set to release in 2026. Actress Sonal Chauhan, most popularly known for her role in the film Jannat, has officially joined the cast of 'Mirzapur: The Film'. While reports about her being a part of the project surfaced a few weeks ago, Sonal has now confirmed the same by sharing ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Vikrant Massey, who is currently holidaying in Naples, Italy with his family, shared a picture of him busy doing "monkey business" with his son Vardaan. Vikrant took to Instagram, where he shared two images of him sitting outdoors in a cafe with his son Vardaan sitting on his lap. The toddler looks adorable wearing a large sun hat with polka dots. Meanwhile, Vikrant is seen smiling while looking at his son in the second image. "Just a little monkey business," he wrote as the caption. Vikrant married his longtime girlfriend Sheetal Thakur in 2022. The co ...Read More >