Without mincing words, Shahid Kapoor revealed how he felt to be side-lined during the shoot of Padmaavat. He never mentioned the names of his co-stars Deepika Padukone or Ranveer Singh but made it clear that there was a lack of bonhomie and respect on set, as if he was being treated as an outsider. This naturally evoked public debate among his fans and critics over the supposed tensions. It explains Shahid’s claims, dynamics between the actors, and how pre-existing bonding among Deepika, Ranveer, and director Sanjay Leela Bhansali could lead to such situations. The paper then analyzes how such allegations would impact Bollywood collaborations.
Month: January 2025
Justice Katju Reflects on Bheeshma Pitamah’s Advice to Yudhishthir While Supporting Death Penalty
This article by Justice Markandey Katju explores the contentious issue of the death penalty, balancing moral opposition with practical necessity in rare and heinous cases. Drawing insights from Bheeshma Pitamah’s advice to Yudhishthir in the Mahabharat, Justice Katju highlights the need for firmness in governance. Citing landmark judgments, he argues for the death penalty in cases like honor killings, dowry deaths, fake police encounters, and barbaric crimes by individuals like Surendra Koli and Swami Shraddhanand. While acknowledging the global shift toward abolition, he contends that capital punishment serves as a vital deterrent and upholds justice in extreme scenarios.
Mukesh Ambani Might Invest in Trump’s Stargate AI Project Following Satya Nadella
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani is likely to invest in the Stargate AI project led by U.S. President Donald Trump after Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella pledged $80 billion. Stargate is an AI initiative worth $500 billion, which is meant to improve the computational abilities of the United States with global ramifications. Ambani’s interest in digital transformation and expanding his global technology footprint matches the objectives of this venture. This article examines a potential investment that is of significant strategic importance and its significance to the growth of AI. The Philox remains conscious of the news, ensuring latest and authentic updates regarding this partnership among corporate giants and the world leaders.
Akshay Kumar’s Skyforce Scandal Unraveled – Corporate Bookings and Paid Reviews
While box office numbers for the Akshay Kumar starer “Skyforce” are of controversy, similar is the criticism around reviews. Corporate booking, or buying blocks of tickets for a movie by companies estimating the occupancy to the theater, becomes a charge at par with complaints from obscure viewers who overrate the movie. Footage showing an empty theater with high numbers of bookings were also doing rounds on the net. Critics and the audience point out that the week screenplay, no effort from Akshay Kumar’s perspective, and a possible marketing manipulation. This strategy, if it is really to hide the flaws in the film, raises questions regarding the authenticity of the box office success statistics and the changing contours of Bollywood.
Tripti Dimri to Discuss Dhadak 2 on The Philox, Fans Invited to Ask Questions
Tripti Dimri, who has featured in several superhit films including Animal and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, will be the brand ambassador for her new film Dhadak 2 on India’s leading digital media platform, The Philox. This is an exclusive interview that gives the audience a chance to connect with Tripti by posting their questions. Being good content and having credibility, The Philox has worked with celebrities like Shashi Tharoor and Chetan Bhagat. Shazia Iqbal is the director of Dhadak 2, which is a very powerful sequel about love against society’s wishes. Fans can engage in this special interaction, which speaks to the fact that The Philox serves as a connection between celebrities and audiences.
Fake News – No, Sony has not announced the PS6 in 2027 or completed its chip design
New speculations are doing rounds that PS6 might arrive sometime in 2027. With these, some of them claim Sony is also said to have finally settled down its designs of console chip. Until date, no such declarations came through Sony for its official clarification about such rumors. Here goes some research and later, hints to what industry should look for future trends:. Cloud gaming services have gained much limelight lately, and with this, some believe the demand for physical consoles will be reduced due to streaming. The excitement over the PS6 rumors is sure to be tuned into market trends and the advancement of technology, strategic priorities, rather than speculation.
Why Nobody Liked Assassin Creed Mirage, Leading to Millions in Losses for Ubisoft
Assassin’s Creed Mirage was intended to be a nostalgic effort at bringing the franchise back to its stealthy roots with a smaller game world and more straightforward mechanics as opposed to the recent RPG-focused titles of the series. Fans appreciated the nostalgic approach, but most condemned the outdated gameplay, lack of innovation, and unengaging storyline. Stealth mechanics were shallow, combat and parkour were not as smooth, and the overall narrative failed to captivate its audience or expand the massive Assassin’s Creed lore. Although the historical setting of Baghdad was praised, the world lacked interactivity and meaningful content. Although it had decent initial sales, fan disappointment over the game’s short length and price hurt the long-term reception.
AR Rahman Shares Heartbreaking Experience of Loneliness Post-Divorce
It was announced that famous composer AR Rahman and his wife, Saira Banu, have separated after 29 years of marriage, as there was severe emotional strain between them. AR Rahman, in a message to his fans, described the sense of loneliness and loss he has felt, calling it a kind of loss to him. This article is exploring the emotional aftermath of divorce and personal loss followed by the healing journey, penned in simple words.
Google’s Gemini Leaves ChatGPT Behind due to Better Ease of Use & User Interface
Google’s Gemini has finally taken the top spot in the AI game. This is a notch above its other counterpart, OpenAI, known as ChatGPT. It has higher leads for user-friendliness and limitless access without command limits and on a much larger dataset making it very much more powerful, intuitive, and friendlier to the user than the other counterpart. The sleek, interactive user interface functions so much better than that of ChatGPT’s rather simple and bland design. It will help Gemini to redefine the term of accessibility and convenience in AI technology and more attract users to such innovative features with a smoother experience.
Indian Basketball’s Battle for Existence – No Stars, Coaches or Courts
It’s an international game, yet in India, basketball is unable to catch up with cricket or even kabaddi, which is far smaller. This is once again due to several reasons-scant talent of professional players, not enough world-class sportsmen, too fewer quality coaches, inferior structures, and participation levels being low. Basketball remains on the periphery of India’s sporting landscape with just fewer than 500 professionals, less than 1,000 functional courts, and zero media coverage, except for a few sporadic events. These initiatives, along with the like of NBA Academies and the Khelo initiative, are in place, however, systemic overhaul through grassroots developments, better training, and improvements in infrastructure are well needed for sustainability and growth within the sport within India.
Why Harmanpreet Singh Stands Among the All Time Greats in Indian Hockey
Harmanpreet Singh was born in 1996 in Amritsar, Punjab. He is one of the greatest trailblazers of Indian hockey with great leadership skills, technical mastery, and prolific goal-scoring ability. Born into humble settings, he turned out to be an icon. The end of India’s 41-year wait for Olympic medals, first as a double-brone medalist at Tokyo 2020 and then at Paris 2024, gold at the Asian Games in 2022, and many more FIH Player of the Year titles form the bedrock of a multilateral player, such as defender and specialist in penalty corners Harmanpreet. It is the unmatched skill of drag flicking, robust defense, and inspiring captaincy that has redefined Indian hockey and secured his eternal place in the pantheon of all-time greats of the sport.
Justice Katju on Lord Krishna’s Lessons in Emotion and Patriotism
Justice Katju explores the balance between reason and emotion by referencing the tale of Lord Krishna and the gopis, highlighting how Udhav’s rational approach fails against the gopis’ emotional devotion. This narrative parallels the need for both reason and passion in addressing modern India’s socio-economic crises like poverty, unemployment, and malnutrition. Katju criticizes the self-centeredness of contemporary Indian youth, contrasting it with historical examples of patriotism from figures like Cincinnatus and American revolutionaries. He advocates for a passionate, united struggle led by selfless leaders to instigate a socio-economic revolution in India.
Why do Right Wing Hindutva Extremists Hate Acharya Prashant?
Acharya Prashant, a modern reformer, faces intense backlash from right-wing Hindutva extremists due to his critique of distorted religious practices and superstition. Recently, he became the target of a fake news campaign, with a fabricated poster accusing him of denouncing the Kumbh festival. His books were burned, and volunteers attacked. Despite the resistance, Prashant continues to advocate for Vedantic principles and self-awareness, emphasizing that societal issues, including environmental and social crises, stem from inner ignorance. His efforts reflect a long tradition of reform within Sanatan Dharma, and he remains committed to empowering individuals through spiritual clarity and introspection.
TRAI Cracks Down on Jio and Airtel After “The Philox” Exposes User Harassment for Repeated Recharge Reminders
It has been brought to light by a prominent digital media house, the Philox, how telecom giants Jio and Airtel are continuously harassing their consumers, forcing the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India to take strict action against them. This was done by the media house through its investigation into the issues of relentless recharge reminder calls, harassment during the porting process, unauthorized access to user data, and coercive tactics. TRAI responded with warnings about customer privacy, ethical marketing, and penalties for violating these. It is a giant leap towards consumer rights, precedent for stricter oversight in the telecom sector, and better experience for users all over India.
MobiKwik Faces Potential Bankruptcy as Share Prices and User Base Shrink
The challenges for the leading fintech company in India, MobiKwik-known for digital wallet services-have arrived post its IPO in December 2024. Its share price fell by more than 4% lately and is now sitting at INR 441. This is from a 52-week high of INR 698.30. So that raises a red flag on the aspect of financial health. Dipping growth of active users, acute competition from existing giants such as Paytm, and operational stress factors have accounted for this declivity. Nevertheless, the fintech industry remains significant in Indian geography, although operational inefficiency coupled with higher engagement is need for MobiKwik before they fall and incur financial deficits long term, though.
Ajay Devgn Admits Azaad Was a Mistake Knew During Shooting the Film Wouldn’t Work
Ajay Devgn, known for his choosy film selection, candidly told an interviewer that he had erred in taking Azaad. The movie held much promise at the outset and initially looked like a grand historical drama but, because of a lack of budgetary provisions, hasty filming, and creative differences, could not shine properly. Devgn claimed that during the shooting of the film, he felt it was going wrong, as the producers and directors didn’t do much to give quality work. Such problems that highlighted with low production values and low box office performance created many discussions in the industry regarding the quality control. Devgn assured that he will be doing good projects and also the stress for quality was increased and not on the number of releases.
Justice Katju’s Insights into the Legal Prowess of Justice R Balasubramanian Both on Bench and Bar
Justice R. Balasubramanian, celebrated on his 80th birthday, was known for his vast legal knowledge and integrity during his tenure at the Madras High Court. As Chief Justice, Markandey Katju relied on his guidance, especially for court roster arrangements. An incident where Balasubramanian and colleague Prabha Sridevan faced criticism through leaflets demonstrated his resilience and humor. Post-retirement, he practiced law at the Supreme Court, maintaining his reputation as a skilled jurist.
Justice Katju Advocates for Cultural Integration Over Bengaluru’s Kannada Barriers
The viral tweet asserting that Bengaluru is closed to non-Kannada speakers has reignited debates on linguistic rights and regionalism in India. This stance potentially violates fundamental rights under Articles 19(1)(d) and 19(1)(e) of the Indian Constitution, which guarantee freedom of movement and residence across the country. The author criticizes the imposition of language learning, advocating for voluntary acquisition of languages like Kannada or Hindi for practical benefits. Emphasizing the unity of India, the author warns against regional linguistic barriers that could lead to the balkanization of the nation, urging a balanced approach to language policy and cultural integration.
Copyright Dispute Escalates Between Dhanush and Nayanthara Over ‘Naanum Rowdy Dhaan’ Footage
A legal tussle has started between actor-turned-producer Dhanush and actress Nayanthara over a behind-the-scenes (BTS) footage utilized from the 2015 Tamil film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan. A three-second clip of the movie’s BTS featured in the Netflix documentary Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairytale. Dhanush is a victim of copyright, and his case has led to a lawsuit that seeks ₹10 crore in damages. It has opened a new debate about the ownership of copyright, fair use, and the ethics of using content in filmmaking. Meanwhile, the case continues in court; however, this raises the issue of proper contracts between the individuals and the professional footage.
Silo Season 2 Ending Leaves Fans Disappointed with More Mysteries Than Answers
The finale of Season 2 of “Silo” disappointed the audiences and viewers by leaving them unsatisfied, their hunger for revelation left unsated as more puzzles have been introduced to leave the older ones unsolved. With two consecutive seasons of suspense build-up, the master plan remains utterly stagnated as many feel to be feeling narrative fatigue. Fans compare the approach of the show with the show “Game of Thrones” – suspense at any cost is appreciated more than the answer. This is where fans complain – it’s too slow, it’s too full of filler, and has too many loose ends. In fact, with what’s left of the series, there isn’t enough time for a meaningful ending. It deals with fan responses, critical review, and what the show has to do in order to win the hearts of fans back.
Pushpa 2 Shatters Records to Become India’s Highest Grossing Film Domestically
“Pushpa 2: The Rule,” starring Allu Arjun, has finally entered the record books as India’s highest-grossing film within the country, leaving behind monolithic blockbusters such as Baahubali 2: The Conclusion and Dangal. Having minted over INR 1831 crore globally, the lion’s share of it was generated in the Indian market. Directed by Sukumar, the success of the film is credited to a tight storyline, Allu Arjun’s stardom, proper marketing, and multilingual appeal. Pushpa 2 has changed the face of Indian cinema and conceptualized a bridge between regional and pan-India cinema while reviving the feeling of cinematic experience after the pandemic era.
Kartik Aaryan Returns for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 in 2026 with Akshay Kumar’s Possible Cameo
Kartik Aaryan is to play the role of Rooh Baba again in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Shoot will start sometime in 2026. Plot is being finalised and it’s said that Akshay Kumar may make an appearance in the film; he had been the central character in the first release of 2007. There was no Akshay Kumar in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 which was too pricey to be acquired, which saw Kartik give a fresh breathing life to this franchise that originally started as a psychological thriller before it became horror-comedy. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 turned out to be a commercial success as it collected more than INR 266 crore worldwide. It would be generating massive nostalgia and expectation if Akshay Kumar reprises in the third installment.
The Philox To Take Interview With Shahid Kapoor and Invites Questions From Fans
The Philox Digital Media, therefore, is excited to avail an exclusive interview with Bollywood icon Shahid Kapoor, whereby fans get to submit question suggestions through social media. Shahid has acted in Kabir Singh and Haider, so it will be really interesting to hear from him regarding his journey, landmarks in his career, and his understanding of the Indian film industry. Therefore, encourage relevant questions about acting, trends in Bollywood, experiences, and so on. This is a collaboration where The Philox commitment to compelling storytelling and bringing fans closer to their favorite celebrities would be witnessed. The interview will appear on thephilox.com, ensuring a candid and compelling experience for viewers.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Historic Achievements with Al Nassr Leaving Lionel Messi Far Behind
Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest footballers in the history of the sport, with the recent feats in Al Nassr making his legend bigger. Recently, he scored two goals against Al Khaleej and broke several records, proving why he is the best of the generations. His unmatched consistency includes scoring 100 goal contributions for each club he played for with more than 70 appearances, a feat Lionel Messi has only managed at Barcelona. Ronaldo’s career victories (830) and goals post-30 (456) speak to his longevity. An extraordinary training regimen drives Ronaldo, inspiring fans and players around the world, cementing his unparalleled legacy in football history.
The Slovenian Football Superstar Luka Majcen Embraced Lord Shiva Tattoo
One more Slovenian in the Indian Super League, Majcen Luka plays for RG Punjab FC; his spiritual journey and love for Lord Shiva have captured many Indian hearts and hearts of several viewers as well besides his football. Influenced as deeply about the Indian culture, Majcen is a true devotee to Lord Shiva and proudly holds an attractive tattoo of the God across his back accompanied by the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra. This act reflects his respect for Indian spirituality and forms a link between Slovenian and Indian cultures. Majcen’s story exemplifies how sports, as a cultural exchange, create mutual understanding and harmony among the nations.
Controversy Between FIDE and Magnus Carlsen Over the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour
The controversy, however, pertains to Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour presented by the Freestyle Chess Players Club, FCPC, an organization that drew flak from the International Chess Federation, FIDE, against the “World Championship” which this series masquerades itself as. More so, panned by the latter as being an infringement against the official championships under its roof, such as Chess960. Magnus Carlsen, one of the owners of the FCPC claims, that the latter bodies stifle progress and hold the playing members of the tour in the threat of penalty. FIDE, in its turn, denies these allegations and proclaims its readiness for a “World Championship” title abolition. The very problem turns the spotlight on the general conflict between old policies and newcomers in contemporary chess.
D Gukesh Become India’s No. 1 Player, Poised to Surpass 2800 Rating to Join Vishy Anand and Arjun Erigaisi
With D Gukesh now reigning as India’s No.1 player, bypassing the mighty Viswanathan Anand and Arjun Erigaisi, a whole new era begins for Indian chess. His super journey is one of the second-youngest Grandmasters and international performances at the top level, which clearly presents brilliant talent. Gukesh stands on the cusp of crossing the 2800 Elo rating mark, a distinction shared by only two Indians. His attacking style of play and composure in high-pressure situations make him a one-of-a-kind player. Gukesh’s successes are inspiring the new generation of talent nurtured by India’s rapidly growing chess infrastructure. His trajectory shines bright promise for Indian chess at the international table.
NCLAT’s Ruling on WhatsApp’s Data Sharing with Instagram and Facebook Puts Privacy at Risk in India
During this time, the NCLAT allowed WhatsApp to share user data with the parent company, Meta Platforms, which is also the parent of Facebook and Instagram, during the pendency of appeals. This decision came at the cost of a November 2024 Competition Commission of India, where Meta ₹213.14 crore was fined for abusing its dominant position through an update made by WhatsApp relating to its 2021 privacy policy and the transferring of data was prohibited with hands for a period of five years. This decision raises grave privacy issues as user information may be abused for targeted ads with more than 500 million users in India. The story delves into privacy concerns, bribery allegations, and the Indian need for solid data protection acts.
Justice Katju Asks Was Manmohan Singh Truly Alive or Just a Political Puppet
Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014, passed away on 26th December 2024 at 92. His tenure is notably criticized for being under the influence of Sonia Gandhi, leading to numerous scams amounting to lakhs of crores. Despite being lauded for economic liberalization as Finance Minister, the benefits skewed towards the wealthy, exacerbating income inequality. His legacy includes significant economic policy changes but is overshadowed by allegations of corruption and policy paralysis, with some advocating for him to receive the Bharat Ratna posthumously.
UltraTech Cement Struggles with Losses Due to Rising Costs and Demand Decline
UltraTech Cement, India’s largest cement producer, reported a disappointing financial performance in the second quarter of the current financial year, with a 36% decline in consolidated net profit to ₹8.2 billion, missing analysts’ estimates of ₹10.53 billion. The downturn was driven by a combination of falling cement prices, weak demand due to prolonged monsoon rains and election-related slowdown, rising expenses, and competitive pressures in the cement market. Aggressive ₹12,000 crore capital expenditure plan to increase capacity is another reason that burdens the short term financially. In this article, these factors have been discussed; UltraTech’s challenges have been compared with ACC Ltd. to understand the latter’s future prospects as well.