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Bengaluru, Jul 19 (PTI) Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probable group for the upcoming senior women's national coaching camp, which will be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre here from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women's hockey team gears up for the women's Asia Cup, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, wit ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 19 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister today criticised social media giant Meta for not having a sound and reliable translation mechanism, despite Facebook's two-decade-long presence in India and its vast Kannada-speaking user base. The statement followed an erroneous English translation of a condolence message originally posted in Kannada on the official Facebook page of the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Intended to pay respects to the late Kannada cinema legend B. Saroja Devi, the p ...Read More >
Kannada actress Ranya Rao has been sentenced to a year in prison under the COFEPOSA Act for her involvement in a gold smuggling case. Despite initially being granted default bail due to a delay in filing the chargesheet, she remained in custody under a preventive detention order. Rao was apprehended at Kempegowda International Airport with 14. Kannada film actress Ranya Rao has been sentenced to one year in prison under the stringent COFEPOSA Act in connection with a gold smuggling case. The Ad ...Read More >
Veteran actress B Saroja Devi, hailed as the first female superstar of Kannada cinema and popularly known as Abhinaya Saraswathi (Saraswathi of expressions), passed away on Monday at the age of 87. She died due to age-related ailments at her residence in Malleswaram, Bengaluru. Saroja Devi got her first break at just 17 years old with the Kannada film Mahakavi Kalidasa (1955) - a film which won her a National Award. Introduced to Tamil cinema in 1957 by BR Panthulu, she went on to rule the indus ...Read More >
The Karnataka government has capped movie ticket prices at Rs 200 across the state, including multiplexes, to enhance cinema accessibility. This initiative, announced in the March budget, aims to support Kannada cinema. Additionally, the state plans to launch a dedicated OTT platform for Kannada films and allocate Rs 3 crore for archiving Kannada films to preserve cultural narratives. In a significant move aimed at making cinema more accessible, the Karnataka government has ordered a cap on mov ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 17 (PTI) Kannada film actress Ranya Rao has been sentenced to one year of imprisonment under the stringent COFEPOSA, in connection with a gold smuggling case. The Advisory Board handling the Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act (COFEPOSA) matter recently ruled that Rao will not be granted bail during the entire term of her detention. Rao was earlier granted default bail on May 20 by a city court, along with her co-accused Tarun Raju, after ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Unique Identification Authority of India has urged parents to update the Aadhaar biometrics of children between five and seven years."Timely completion of mandatory biometric update is an essential requirement for maintaining the accuracy and reliability of biometric data of children. If the MBU is not completed even after seven years of age, the Aadhaar number may be deactivated, as per the existing rules," the agency said in a statement.This is required to ensure seamless access ...Read More >
Bengaluru: The Karnataka Government on Tuesday issued a draft notification capping the ticket prices at cinema halls, including multiplexes, at Rs 200. "Provided that the cost of the ticket of each show in all theatres of the state, including multiplexes, for all language films shall not exceed Rs 200 inclusive of entertainment tax," the notification read. The stakeholders and general public have been asked to file objections, if any, within 15 days, after which final notification will be issu ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 15 (UNI) The Karnataka government today announced state honours for veteran actress B Saroja Devi, who passed away yesterday, marking the end of an iconic era in Indian cinema. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said instructions had been issued to officials to ensure the last rites are conducted with full state respect. "All preparations are being made for her final rites with state honours," the Chief Minister told reporters, adding, "I pray, on behalf of the people and the governme ...Read More >
Picture Credit: Facebook Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is quickly becoming a familiar face in South Indian cinema with his long list of films, including the upcoming Kannada film 'KD: The Devil'. During the teaser launch event in Mumbai, the 'KGF 2' actor opened up about his admiration for Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi.According to a Telangana Today report, Dutt opened up about the bond he shares with the star and revealed, "He remade my 'Munna Bhai MBBS' in Telugu. I have a beautiful conne ...Read More >
Bengaluru: South Indian actress B Saroja Devi -- known as a doe-eyed beauty with a lasting screen presence in four languages - passed away in Bengaluru Monday. She was 87.Saroja Devi began her acting career at 17 with Kannada film 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' as a co-star of cinema pioneer Honnappa Bhagavathar in 1955. She quickly rose to fame with performances in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films, starring alongside legends Dr Rajkumar, MG Ramachandran, Gemini Ganesan, Sivaji Ganesan, NT Rama Rao, ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 14 (PTI) Veteran South Indian Actor B Saroja Devi died here on Monday, film industry sources said. She was 87 years old. She died due to age-related ailments at her residence in Malleswaram, Bengaluru. According to sources, she was found unconscious at her residence and was rushed to a hospital nearby, where she was declared brought dead. The doe eyed beauty, who made her debut when she was 17-years-old in a Kannada film, 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' (1955), went on to become a legend ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Veteran actress B. Saroja Devi (86) passed away at her residence in Malleswaram here this morning owing to age related ailments. Popularly known as 'Abhinaya Saraswati' in Kannada and 'Kannadathu Paingili' in Tamil, Saroja Devi was born on Jan. 7, 1939 to Bhyrappa & Rudramma couple in Bengaluru. She leaves behind her daughter Bhuvaneshwari and son Gautham. Her husband Sri Harsha had predeceased her. Her body will be kept at her Malleswaram residence till tomorrow (July 15) for the p ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): Kannada actress Tara mourned the loss of veteran star B Saroja Devi, who passed away on Monday at the age of 87. While talking to the media after paying her respects to the late actress B Saroja Devi, Tara remembered her mother-daughter-like bond with Mahakavi Kalidasa actress, saying that she lost her mother today. We lost our mother, and she was not only a great human being, but also a great actor. She was the pride of Karnataka. In a period of m ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 14 (UNI) Former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai paid a moving tribute to legendary actress Dr B Saroja Devi, calling her performance in Kittur Rani Chennamma a defining moment in Kannada cinema and national memory. "That film gained emotional depth because of her," he said. "Her performance made people believe that this is what Rani Chennamma must have truly been like. Her acting and dialogue delivery are still remembered by the younger generation. She powerfully conveyed the re ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai on Monday expressed condolences on demise of legendary actress B Saroja Devi. Recalling her contributions to the Kannada film industry, Bommai said that she was a superstar in her heydays and was a great asset to the state and the film industry. She was a superstar in her heydays. She started her career in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi languages. She acted with all the superstars of those days... She has won Padma Shri a ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 14 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of veteran actor B Saroja Devi, at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy that spans over six decades in Indian cinema. Known for her versatility and range, she acted in over 200 films across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Sinhalese languages, earning her a special place in the hearts of audiences nationwide. In his X post, PM Modi stated that she will be remembered as an exemplary icon of Indian c ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 14 (PTI) As actor Khushbu Sundar puts it, with the passing away of legendary actor B Saroja Devi, an era of golden cinema comes to an end. The actress known for her doe-eyed beauty and endearing screen presence made her debut when she was only 17 years old, as a co-star of Honnappa Bhagavathar, one of the pioneers of Kannada cinema in 'Mahakavi Kalidasa' (1955). Bengaluru-born Saroja Devi would eventually be crowned the first female super star of Kannada cinema. Soon after her ...Read More >
Bangalore Saroja Devi was a phenomenal actress. Over the course of seven decades, she starred in around 200 films across Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, and Hindi cinema. On 14 July 2025, the curtains fell on one of Indian cinema's most remarkable chapters. B. Saroja Devi, aged 87, was found unconscious at her home in Malleshwaram, Bengaluru. She was rushed to the hospital, but doctors confirmed her passing due to age-related health complications. Her death has triggered an outpouring of grief. Fans a ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): Actor Shiva Rajkumar expressed his pain over the passing away of legendary actress B Saroja Devi in Bengaluru and recalled his bond with her. While talking to mediapersons, he said, There are a lot of memories, because she has seen me from the time I was born. So there is a lot of bondage with Sarojadevi. I think we cant forget her in a lifetime. He added that she was not just a remarkable actor but also a good human being. Not that she is a super ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 14 (PTI) Superstars Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Khushbu Sundar and others on Monday mourned the death of cinema legend B Saroja Devi and remembered her as a great artist who lived beyond the boundaries of "language and region". Devi, who passed away on Monday at the age of 87, featured in over 200 films during her acting career and was the first female superstar of Kannada cinema. She made her debut in 1955 with "Mahakavi Kalidasa". She also worked prominently in Tamil and Telugu ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): Superstar Rajnikanth paid tribute to the veteran actress B Sarojadevi, who passed away at the age of 87. Taking to his official handle X, he wrote, "The great actress Saroja Devi, who won the hearts of millions of fans, is no longer with us. May her soul rest in peace. #SarojaDevi" Also Read | Model San Rechal Gandhi Dies by Suicide at 26 Amid Financial Struggles; Here's Everything To Know About the Former Miss Pondicherry. https://x.com/rajinikan ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Legendary south Indian actor B. Saroja Devi (pic) passed away, after battling age-related illness, at her residence in Bengaluru on Monday (July 14). She was 87 and is survived by two daughters and two sons. She was born on Jan 7, 1938. A towering figure in South Indian cinema, she had worked in over 200 films and is known as 'Abhinaya Saraswathi' (goddess of acting) and 'Kannadathu Paingili' (parrot from Karnataka). A towering figure in South Indian cinema, Saroja Devi worked in o ...Read More >
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], July 14 (ANI): Veteran actress B. Sarojadevi, who has acted in about 200 films over seven decades, has passed away at the age of 87. Known for her work in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu and Hindi films, Sarojadevi demise has left the industry in shock. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah paid tribute to the late actress in his post, The news of the passing of senior Kannada actress B. Sarojadevi has caused deep sorrow. She had acted in approximately 200 films across Ka ...Read More >
Bengaluru, July 14 (PTI) Veteran South Indian Actor B Saroja Devi died here on Monday, film industry sources said. She was 87 years old. She died due to age-related ailments at her residence in Malleswaram, Bengaluru, according to sources. Also Read | 'Samajhne Wale Samajh Gaye': Netizens REACT As Harsh Beniwal Takes Sly Dig at Ashish Chanchlani and Elli AvrRam, Shares AI-Generated Photo With Former Adult Star Mia Khalifa. She was fondly called 'Kannadathu Paingili' (Kannada's parrot) in Tami ...Read More >
New Delhi: Veteran South Indian actress B Saroja Devi (Bangalore Saroja Devi) breathed her last on July 14, 2025. The noted personality acted in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu and Hindi films over her illustrious and long movie career. She was 87. B Saroja Devi acted in around 200 films over seven decades. She was popularly known as 'Abhinaya Saraswathi' (Saraswathi of acting) in Kannada and 'Kannadathu Paingili' (Kannada's Parrot) in Tamil. Hailed as one of the most successful actresses in the history ...Read More >
Hyderabad, July 13 (Maxim News): The Telugu film industry and political circles are in deep mourning following the passing of veteran actor and Padma Shri awardee Kota Srinivasa Rao, who breathed his last in the early hours of Sunday at the age of 83. His death marks the end of an era in South Indian cinema, leaving behind an unmatched legacy of powerful performances and iconic roles. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp Leaders across party lines, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Veteran actress Shabana Azmi used social media to share a fond memory with her brother from the sets of Boney Kapoor's "Hum Paanch". "This is one of my favourite photos with my brother #Baba Azmi on the sets of #Boney Kapoor's #Hum Paanch directed by #Bapu," Azmi captioned the post. She further disclosed that Baba was just beginning his career as an operative cameraman with the movie in which she was playing the female lead. "A rare occasion when my mother #Sha ...Read More >
Mumbai: Popular actress and dancer Shefali Jariwala, widely known for her appearance in the iconic music video 'Kanta Laga', has passed away at the age of 42. The shocking news has sent a wave of grief through the entertainment industry. Her husband, actor Parag Tyagi, rushed her to Bellevue Hospital after she reportedly collapsed at home. Unfortunately, doctors declared her dead on arrival.The body has been moved to Cooper Hospital for a postmortem examination. Initial reports suggest that Shef ...Read More >
New Delhi: The entertainment industry woke up to devastating news as actress and model Shefali Jariwala, fondly remembered as the 'Kaanta Laga' girl, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 42. While many know her for her hit music videos and stint on 'Bigg Boss 13', Shefali had also carved a brief but memorable path in the South Indian film industry, sharing screen space with Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar. In 2011, Shefali appeared in the hit Kannada film 'Hudugaru', directed by K. Madesh. ...Read More >
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