Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel with Mahatma Gandhi and Anshul Bhatt with chess legend Viswanathan Anand NEW DELHI: As a young lawyer in Ahmedabad, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel he spent his evenings at the Gujarat Club, where he played bridge and smoked cigars, and it was there that he first heard of a man named Gandhi returning from…
R Madhavan faced protests for his silence during the protest led by the CJP demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak. They eventually shared a post advocating for change and urging strong action, but netizens criticized it as a “safe game.” The show, which is going on from June…
‘He’s a TV actor, what’s he going to do?’: Vikrant Massey talks racism and sexism in Bollywood amid National Award win National Award winning actor Vikrant Massey has opened up about the discrimination she faced while transitioning from television to Bollywood. Recalling the early days of his film career, the ’12th Fail’ star revealed that…
NEW DELHI The ancient opening of India Abhinav Mukund has picked his 15-man Indian squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup, making some interesting selection choices.Mukund, who represented India in seven Tests between 2011 and 2017, supported the veteran opener. Rohit Sharma despite recent speculation about his ODI future. However, Saint Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal…
The release of ‘Jana Nayagan’ has created a frenzy on social media with fans sharing their reactions after watching the video. When the audience appreciated VijayAppearing on the screen and moments of emotion, many also called this film that I have to say goodbye to the career of the star. Fans have described the entertainer…
Matthew Potts of SunRisers Leeds reacts after MI London won the Hundred Men match between MI London and SunRisers Leeds at The Kia Oval on July 21, 2026 in London, England. TimesofIndia.com in London: The summer of cricket continues unabated in England. The men played three Tests against New Zealand and five T20Is and three…
Just hours before ‘Jana Nayagan’ hits the theatres, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay He watched the film at a special screening in Chennai. A private screening was held at the Tagore Film Center in Adyar, where the actor-turned-politician watched what is believed to be his last film before retiring from cinema. The performance has become…
Thalapathy Vijay Starrer ‘Jana Nayagan’ was launched to huge audiences in several places, but the release of the film caused an unexpected stir in Pondicherry. Fans who were waiting for the premiere were disappointed with the cancellation of the special morning shows that were expected on Thursday in several theaters. The decision was made a…
Ferran Torres World Cup mural vandalized in Barcelona A mural celebrating Spain’s World Cup-winning hero Ferran Torres was vandalized less than 24 hours after it appeared in Barcelona, according to a report from Spanish press Dairo AS. The artwork, created by Barcelona street artist TVBoy in the city’s Gràcia neighborhood, honored Torres after he scored…
Yash’s ‘Toxic’ producer promises big action adventure; He says the audience will love it ‘100 percent’ YashThe upcoming drama ‘Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups’ is one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year.Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film is slated to hit the theaters on August 26, 2026. The film’s producer Venkat K….
Despite his predictions, Rajkummar Rao missed out on the Best Actor award at the National Film Awards, which went along with Kartik Aaryan and Mammootty. ‘Srikanth’ co-producer Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani has denied any vanity, praising all the actors. She reveals that the film and her husband Tushar were often overlooked at Bollywood awards, calling this…
India Captain Shreyas Iyer and Zimbabwe Captain Sikandar Raza (BCCI photo) After twin series defeats in Ireland and England, Shreyas IyerThe struggling T20 side looks to regain confidence in the 3-match series vs ZimbabweThe last time India faced Zimbabwe in a T20I, was on February 26 in a must-win encounter at the 2026 T20 World…
Naseeruddin Shah criticized Bollywood’s silence on the Cockroach Janta Party protests, comparing silent actors to a “dog with a bone” that cannot bark. He shared a video in support of the protesting students, saying “sab yaad rakha jayega.” While many actors remained silent, Shabana Azmi and Ritesh Deshmukh showed their support for the protests. Naseeruddin…
Isha Rikhi’s mother, Poonam Rikhi, revealed the couple’s intimate wedding on Instagram, sharing an unseen video of Badshah consoling a tearful Isha, who wrote, “Every prayer is hope.” Isha confirmed the wedding at the June AMA. Badshah was previously married to Jasmine (2012-2019), with whom he shares a daughter, Jessamy. Badshahmarriage is Isha Rikhi it…
The release of ‘Jana Nayagan’ was not the only one Tamil Nadu. VijayFans in Bengaluru also made the release a big deal, with videos from the theater going viral on social media. A video of fans bursting into flames inside a packed movie theater during a screening has gone viral and garnered a lot of…
Neeraj Chopra and Mirabai Chanu (Image credit: Agencies) India will begin their Commonwealth Games campaign in Glasgow on Thursday with a compact but full 125-member contingent aiming to maximize their opportunities in a drastically cut schedule. The Games, which run from July 23 to August 2, feature just 10 sports, forcing India to recalibrate expectations…
The release of ‘Jana Nayagan,’ VijayThe first movie after his usual political tour, turned the theater into a celebration venue on Thursday (July 23). Starting early in the morning, fans gathered in large numbers outside the cinema halls with drums, fireworks, giveaways, big cuts and DJ events. Vijay’s fans celebrated the much awaited release with…
The excitement surrounding ‘OG 2’, the sequel to ‘They Call Him OG’, continues to grow. The upcoming project, directed by Sujeeth, is among the most awaited Telugu movies at the moment.While the makers of the film are yet to announce the official details, new reports suggest that the promotional preparations for the film have already…
NEW DELHI: Argentina assistant Roberto Ayala has apologized for his altercation with Spain midfielder Dani Olmo after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, admitting his actions were unacceptable. The ugly scenes unfolded after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday to lift the World Cup title. FIFA has since launched an investigation into…
The Indian women’s cricket team poses with their silver medals at the Commonwealth Games 2022. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The 2026 Commonwealth Games will begin on Thursday in Glasgow, Scotland. However, fans should note that many popular sports, including cricket. Apart from cricket, hockey, badminton and wrestling are also missing from this year’s programme.The number…
South OTT releases this week: ‘Balan: The Boy’, ‘Pallichattambi’, ‘Chinna Chinna Aasai’ and more The last week of July brings an exciting series of South Indian movies to the platforms. Recent releases include action dramas, crime thrillers, horror mysteries, psychological dramas and dark comedies. Here’s a look at some of the biggest South Indian movies…
Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’ overseas remake; Early viewers say, ‘This movie is full of suspense, action and fun’ Thalapathy Vijay‘Jana Nayagan’ has been shown in several channels abroad and the reaction of the audience is now taking place on social media.Directed by H. Vinoththe political drama marks Vijay’s last film before he quit acting to…
‘Jana Nayagan’ creates fever in Tamil Nadu; Vijay’s ‘One Last Dance’ turns the theater into a festival venue – VIDEO Thalapathy Vijay‘Jana Nayagan’ hit the theaters after months of anticipation. Directed by H. Vinoththe political drama is said to be Vijay’s last film before he changed his political views. The release has been a huge…
Shreyas Iyer (BCCI photo) NEW DELHI: After a disappointing tour of England and Ireland, India captain Shreyas Iyer made it clear that he does not want his players to carry the fear of failure in the T20I series against Zimbabwe.The India captain said the players should not worry about what people say outside the dressing…
“Dhurandhar” actress Ayesha Khan revealed that she was arrested by the Mumbai police on July 22 for standing on the road near the CJP-instigated protest at Jantar Mantar. They shared videos inside the police van, questioning the lack of explanation. Ayesha had earlier encouraged the paparazzi and media to cover the Delhi protests. Ayesha Khan,…
Vijay films to watch before ‘Jana Nayagan’: The best competition ahead of the star’s last film. Thalapathy Vijay is all set to bid farewell to cinema through ‘Jana Nayagan,’ directed by H. Vinoth. Ahead of the release, ETimes readers can also watch some of Vijay’s iconic films that showcase the qualities that made him one…
Elon Musk ‘became a creature,’ says Olivia Wilde; he recalls meeting him at SpaceX before admitting that he is now ‘very angry’ about the billionaire’s transformation. Actor and film producer Olivia Wilde He has opened up about his change of heart Elon Musksaying that he is now “very angry” with the billionaire and never thought…
‘The world chooses you’: Jeetendra reveals how daughter Ekta Kapoor’s first home buyer changed her journey from Bollywood to space A veteran player Jeetendra has opened up about his incredible journey from Bollywood to real estate, revealing how a small investment in Mumbai’s Pali Hill decades ago became one of his biggest success stories. The…
Salman Khan backs student protests against paper leak, says they deserve praise for peaceful march: ‘It shouldn’t be hijacked politically’ Bollywood stars Salman Khan He has said that he is supporting the students who are protesting against the release of papers, saying that the issue is very difficult and he is urging the group to…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi reacts after losing to Spain in the World Cup final. (AP Photo) The surrounding mystery Lionel MessiArgentina’s viral dressing room speech in 2026 FIFA World Cup Finale was finally addressed, with the father of Alexis Mac Allister abandoning the speculation of an internal crisis and insisting that the captain’s words were taken…