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Mumbai, Aug 20 (PTI) "The Bengal Files" is a film that speaks about what happened in Bengal in 1946, says veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty who is upset that when filmmakers depict the truth, they are dismissed as "propaganda". Third in Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri's "Files" trilogy, the movie revolves around the Calcutta riots of August 16, 1946, which were triggered after the All-India Muslim League called for 'Direct Action Day' to demand a separate homeland. Chakraborty, who has been a regular in ...Read More >
Chennai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Sunaina, who impressed audiences with her performance in several critically acclaimed Tamil films such as director Seenu Ramasamy's 'Neerparavai', has now penned a heartfelt note of gratitude to a fan who presented her a saree with her name embroided on it as a gift after her impressive performance in her debut film, 'Kadhalil Vizhunthen'. Taking to her Instagram page to post a picture of the saree that the fan gifted her, Sunainaa wrote, "This beautiful ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 4: As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, formerly called ...Read More >
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- ...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 p ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 4 (ANI): Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, known for his witty sense of humour, has dropped an epic response to Shashi Tharoor congratulatory message over his Natinal film Award. Taking to X, Shashi Tharoor congratulated King Khan and wrote, A National Treasure wins a National Award! https://x.com/ShashiTharoor/status/1952043538331603046 In response, the Jawan actor in his trademark style thanked the politician and quipped, Thank u for the simple praise Mr Th ...Read More >
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Monday backed West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for calling out the Delhi police for allegedly referring to Bengali as a Bangladeshi language, labelling it a "direct insult to the very language in which the National Anthem is composed." Stalin said such remarks were not "inadvertent errors" but a reflection of a regime that undermines India's linguistic diversity. "The Delhi Police, under the Union Home Ministry, has described Bengali as ...Read More >
Mumbai: After Shah Rukh Khan bagged his first-ever National Film Award, there is a wave of excitement among his fans and industry friends. The actor has been named as a recipient for the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his performance in 'Jawan.' Soon after the announcement, social media was flooded with heartfelt wishes celebrating the superstar's win. Many celebrities have shared their heartwarming wishes, and now SRK has responded to those wishes, expressing gratitude. ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (PTI) The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 87.29 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday, weighed down by sustained foreign fund outflows and concerns over trade tariffs. Forex traders said the weakness in the dollar index and easing crude oil prices supported the rupee at lower levels. At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 87.21 and fell to an early low of 87.29 against the American currency, registering a decline of 11 paise over its previous close. ...Read More >
PUNE: A students' organisation at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) has strongly condemned the decision to confer a national award on The Kerala Story, stating that government-backed recognition for the film is "not simply disappointing, but dangerous". Filmmaker Sudipto Sen received the Best Director award for The Kerala Story, which also won Best Cinematography at the 71st National Film Awards. The 2023 film has been at the centre of controversy for its portrayal of women in ...Read More >
New Delhi: After Bollywood Badshah Shah Rukh Khan received his first ever National Award for Jawan recently, the star was flooded with many congratulatory messages. Among many celebs, SRK was also congratulated by none other than Shashi Tharoor. But what caught public attention was how the kinf of romance thanked him ala Tharoor style. SRK channelled his inner Shashi Tharoor and on X (formerly called Twitter) and the witty exchange went viral on social media. The politician known for his strong ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) As Shashi Tharoor simply congratulated Shah Rukh Khan after winning his maiden National Award in 33 years, the Bollywood superstar had a hilarious way of thanking the politician and said that he would not have understood something more magniloquent and sesquipedalian. Shah Rukh was feted with the National Award for the Best Actor for his film "Jawan" at the 71st National Film Awards. Tharoor, who is known for his fluency in English, congratulated Shah Rukh on X, ...Read More >
Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan congratulated Malayali artists who won honours in the National Film Awards. The awards to Urvasi and Vijayaraghavan enriched Malayalam cinema, he said. However, he criticised the jury for choosing the controversial film 'The Kerala Story' for awards and said the awards were an insult to Kerala.Without mentioning the name of the movie, Vijayan said, "The jury has disrespected the esteemed tradition of Indian cinema, which stands for religious harmony and national u ...Read More >
The 71st National Film Awards stirred considerable discussion after The Kerala Story clinched two major honours -- Best Director for Sudipto Sen and Best Cinematography for Prasantanu Mohapatra. While the film was a commercial success, it also sparked widespread criticism for its controversial theme centered on alleged religious conversions. Now, Ashutosh Gowariker, who chaired the Feature Film Jury, has weighed in on why the film received recognition from the prestigious panel. Ashutosh Gowari ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Director Blessy has expressed disappointment over the National Awards jury's criticism of the technical aspects of his film 'Aadujeevitham' (The Goat Life), especially after receiving personal praise from Jury Chairperson Ashutosh Gowariker. Speaking to Onmanorama from the Kerala government's Film Policy Conclave on Sunday, Blessy said he was surprised by the change in stance. "I heard the jury chairperson mention that the film was denied awards due to technical shortcomings ...Read More >
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Thiruvananthapuram: Veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan has said that the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) should not release financial aid solely on the basis of a filmmaker's gender. Speaking at the Kerala government's Film Policy Conclave in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday, he emphasised the need for proper training and accountability in the use of public funds. KSFDC launched Cinema for Women Directors in 2019-20 to increase the presence of women in leadership roles in the f ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) With the income tax return (ITR) filing date extended to September 15, taxpayers have more time to decide whether to choose the old or new tax regime. Salaried employees or pensioners without business income can change their tax regime at any time prior to filing their ITR every year by simply selecting the relevant option on the ITR-1 or ITR-2 form. With commercial or professional income, the regulations are stricter. Only once in your lifetime may you return ...Read More >
Kerala Film Policy Conclave (Image Source: X@pinarayivijayan)The Kerala Film Policy conclave aims to create a policy framework for a more inclusive and secure Malayalam film industry. Discussions also addressed grievance redressal cells and regulating theatre food prices. Thiruvananthapuram: In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Kerala Film Policy Conclave in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, August 2. Several leading voices from the Malayalam film in ...Read More >
Ranveer Singh celebrates RRKPK's National Award win, says the film is now people's comfort watch and helps lighten emotional burdens. The 71st National Film Awards, honouring the finest in Indian cinema from 2023, were announced on Friday in New Delhi. Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani emerged as one of the major winners, bagging the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment award. The film, starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, also won Best Choreography for Dhindhora Ba ...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 >
Hyderabad: Telugu cinema made a mark at the 71st National Film Awards, 2023, bagging seven honours across various categories. Two awards each were won by the films Hanu-Man and Baby.In the feature films category, Hanu-Man was adjudged "best film" in the AVGC (animation, visual effects, gaming, and comics) category. Choreographer Nandu Prudhvi won the "best action direction (stunt choreography)" award for the same film.Sukriti Veni Bandreddi was named best child artiste for her performance in Gan ...Read More >
Scenes from 12th Fail and Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway New Delhi: The winners of the 71st National Film Awards have been announced, celebrating the best in cinema from 2023. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting revealed the winners on Friday at a press conference in New Delhi. The 71st National Film Awards recognise films certified by the censor board from January 1 to December 31, 2023. Rani Mukerji, who won her very first National Award for Best Actress for Mrs Chatterjee Vs. Norway sh ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu congratulated actor Nandamuri Balakrishna on his film Bhagavanth Kesari being adjudged the Best Telugu Film at the 71st National Film Awards for 2023. In a message posted on X, Mr. Naidu expressed happiness over the film's recognition, noting that it was well received by audiences and deserved the honour. He commended Mr. Balakrishna, who played the lead role, and congratulated the entire film team for their achievement. IT Minister Nara Lokesh al ...Read More >
New Delhi/Imphal, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made a second consecutive arrest in the 2024 killings in Manipur's Jiribam, central probe agency sources said on Friday. The NIA in a statement said that the national probe agency caught Lalrosang Hmar alias Rosang, a resident of Moinathol Village in southern Assam's Cachar district, from the Mizoram capital Aizawl on Thursday. The arrest came after the arrest of another key accused, Thanglienlal Hmar, by a jo ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 1 (ANI): King Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, is beaming with joy after winning his first-ever National Film Award. The actor bagged the Best Actor award at the 71st National Film Awards for his powerful performance in Jawan. Even though he is recovering from an injury, Shah Rukh made sure to thank his fans and everyone who supported him on his journey. In a video shared on X, Shah Rukh appeared in a black t-shirt and a beanie, with his arm in a sling. He stood in f ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan appeared with an injured arm to share a special message with his fans after clinching the National Award for Best Actor for his work in the tentpole 'Jawan'. This marks SRK's first National Award in 33 years of his career, and also makes him the first Khan to receive the Best actor honour. He said in the video, "I'm overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility. To be honored with the National Award is a moment that I will cher ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan An ...Read More >
Guwahati: Utpal Datta, a prominent figure in Assam's film landscape -- known as a film critic, author, and filmmaker -- was declared the winner of the "Best Film Critic" award by the jury of the 71st National Film Awards for the year 2023 on Friday.In the non-feature film category, Shilpika Bordoloi's "Mau: The Spirit Dreams of Cheraw (Mizo)" won the award for Best Debut Film of a Director. In the feature film section, "Rongatapu 1982", directed by Adityam Saikia, was named the Best Assamese Fil ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], August 1 (ANI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday strongly criticised the 71st National Film Awards jury for their decision to award The Kerala Story the Best Director and Best Cinematography awards, alleging that the move lent credibility to a narrative rooted in the divisive ideology of the Sangh Parivar. By honouring a film that spreads blatant misinformation with the clear intent of tarnishing Kerala image and sowing seeds of communal hatr ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Volvo, the Swedish luxury carmaker on Friday said it plans to bring the new Volvo EX30 SUV, the entry level luxury electric car, during the forthcoming festive season, to boost electric penetration in the world's third largest car market. "In the last six months the electric car market in India has grown about 4.5 per cent in the mass car market while the luxury car market rose to 9 per cent. We want to accelerate this growth by bringing our new Volvo EX30 electric car during the fes ...Read More >
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