Saturday, August 31, 2019

Singer Ellie Goulding marries fiance Caspar Jopling

Singer Ellie Goulding has tied the knot with fiance Caspar Jopling in a lavish wedding ceremony.Ms. Goulding, 32, and Mr. Jopling, 27, got married at

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Vetri Maaran’s Asuran is based on ‘Vekkai’

The film about a family struggling for livelihood rights has Dhanush in the lead

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Space crime in pop-culture: detective stories in the cosmos

As conversations open up about the world’s first space crime, we delve into some sci-fi movies, comics and books that touch upon the fascinating topic

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Decoding the Joker: how will Joaquin Phoenix’s interpretation of the manic anti-hero fare?

As director Todd Phillips’ ambitious venture nears release, lets take a look at the fascination behind the ‘Batman’ villian, and the many actors who have stepped into his shoes

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Ripe mangoes and rock salt

The pachadi was a quick fix for my grandmother. She didn’t have to go too far for the tender mangoes

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Closet love

Grand finale of Arti Bagdy Fashion Collezione 2019 features festive wear and western silhouettes with an Indian twist

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How chef Damu went around Tamil Nadu in 60 days

The master chef recalls the mammoth task of tasting over 10,000 dishes from across the State to find out the winners for the The Hindu’s Our State Our Taste cookery competition

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Who baked the blackbirds?: Food in nursery rhymes

The ancient connection between nursery rhymes and food

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‘Daniel Day-Lewis is a modern legend’

... says actor and theatre personality Guru Somasundaram as he discusses his four favourite films

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‘I missed Thalaivar’s entry in Chandramukhi,'says Sharath Kamal

A die-hard Rajinikanth fan, the table tennis champion recounts watching the Superstar’s mega hit film at a city theatre

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How a Tamil web series gets made

On the set of actor Meena’s debut web series, ‘Karoline Kamakshi’, we watch as actors get cosy between the sheets...

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It’s unrealistic to expect a ‘divine’ experience at every concert you attend

Going to concerts and performances with no expectations except just a pleasant anticipation is perhaps the duty of open-minded listeners

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Christie’s to auction Indian art masterpieces to fund a collection of Bengali literature

Christie’s will, at its auction on September 11, offer 20 lots of modern and contemporary art by artists of the reputation of Jamini Roy, Jogen Chowdhury, Rina Banerjee and Tyeba Begum Lipi

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Arun Vijay: I’m basically a ‘Raghu thatha’

... says the ‘Saaho’ actor, who reveals he had to learn Hindi to be a part of the Prabhas-starrer

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Say hi to the friendly neighbourhood monster

Kokaachi celebrates its fifth anniversary with 30 interpretations of the bogey-man by artists from across the country

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A toast to the crafts

Dastkar Bazaar celebrates 60 crafts from 20 states of India in a 10 day exhibition

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Vaibhav, Kajal Aggarwal to star in Venkat Prabhu’s web series

The actor, whose film ‘Sixer’ hit the screens recently, says he will try his luck with ‘serious films’ going forward

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Friday, August 30, 2019

Google Doodle celebrates Amrita Pritam’s 100th birth anniversary

In 1956 she became the first woman to win the Sahitya Akademi Award for her long poem, 'Sunehade' (Messages)

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Bushy-tailed canines set to turn heads at a dog show in Thiruvananthapuram

The event, to be held at Police Ground at Thycaud on September 1, features dogs from across the country

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Why décor becomes Ritu Kumar

Designer Ritu Kumar diversifies into home furnishings, with 10 collections that draw deep from her expertise in textile and print

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Cast iron pans are making a comeback to Indian kitchens

Cast iron pans are replacing non-stick cookware as home cooks embrace tools from their grandmothers’ kitchens

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All aboard for ‘Agla Station Adulthood’

Rytasha Rathore and Ayushi Amin take us along on their journey to being grown-ups in their new podcast

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Blooming heads from East Darjeeling

Elissa Waverly’s line of floral headpieces is inspired by the beauty and history of the hill station

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Check out Carnatic 2.0's new video 'Mylapore Rap'

Carnatic 2.0 is back with a new video, Mylapore Rap, and an electro classical fusion concert

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France-based Cziffra Duo performs in Chennai

The Cziffra Duo from France proves that when it comes to playing the instrument, two musicians are better than one

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At Carpet Couture, the PET bottle is getting the red-carpet treatment

A sustainable push is the newest experiment at Carpet Couture, where founder Rashi Bajaj is putting her stamp on hand-knotted designs

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‘Saaho’ review: Missed opportunity

Riding on a staid and predictable plot, this ambitious film ends up as a disappointment

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On India’s latest OTT platform, Lionsgate Play

With over 30 OTT platforms vying for space in the country, is there room for more?

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The new season of ‘Sacred Games’ nails Mumbai’s distinctive tapori cussing

Mumbai’s Hindi cursing has a velvety touch to it, relying on playful tonality and dark humour. Delhi’s is a hammer smash to the gut; a punchy, full-throated roar

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The gorgeous ladies of writing: on G.L.O.W’s third season

Jenji Kohan, Liz Flahive and Carly Mensch are giving TV some of its best female characters with G.L.O.W

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How to be a ‘nomad’ artist

A global residency programme that invites artists to engage with different geographies and their landscapes, has Delhi-based Gunjan Tyagi participating this year

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Ananth Mahadevan’s ‘Mai Ghat’ is a moving film based on a mother’s real-life fight for justice

The Marathi film was was inspired by the story of a Kerala woman who fought and won a protracted legal battle after her son’s death in police custody

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Koodiyattam: Dexterous transformations by Kapila Venu

Kapila Venu was flawless as the demoness Soorpanakha in a Koodiyattam recital of episodes from Ascharyachoodamani in the capital city

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Shashilata Guptaa’s disciples present special event in Mumbai

A belated celebration of Guru Purnima by the students of Shashilata Guptaa (Sadhana Nritya Sangeet Vidyalaya) was held at Gopuram Hall in Mulund West.

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Taapsee Pannu is fast and furious in ‘Rashmi Rocket’ motion poster

Akshay Kumar released the motion poster of the sports biopic online

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In search of Bihar in NCR

Whether you do lunch or eat it as an accompaniment to a drink, the food from the state is robust and leaves you yearning for more

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‘Sixer’ movie review: Eyes wide shut

Very few actors carry the aura to make bad jokes look cool. Vaibhav is one of them, and second-in-line to the great ‘Mirchi’ Shiva

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Prabhas fan electrocuted trying to erect ‘Saaho’ banner

The film starring Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor released on Friday worldwide

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Cinema shouldn’t be taken seriously, says Trisha Krishnan

The actor talks about her role as UNICEF Celebrity Advocate and why she has become more conscious now

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'Gita Govinda' saw acclaimed artistes exploring different facets of the Lord

During the Bhakti movement of 6th century, Krishna transformed from being God to a concept that represented a unified whole. The Vaishnava saints of B

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Thursday, August 29, 2019

Play with a twist in its tail

‘Pattambi’ had enough turns to keep the audience engrossed

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‘Sarvam Krishna Mayam’: Krishna bhakti through songs

Vijayalakshmy Subramaniam and Ragavan Manian presented ‘Sarvam Krishna Mayam’ at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s Krishna Jayanti Festival in Chennai

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Dissecting patriarchy

Pitha Uktha, a play enacted by students of the School of Drama & Fine Arts, Thrissur, attempted to probe a regressive system through two famous father-daughter duo

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Devi Bharatham — the Goddess as Mother and Liberator

At Natyarangam’s annual festival, artistes explored the theme through apt songs and effective choreography

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Balagopal — tapasvi who walked the talk

With his abundant creativity, he responded to Rukmini Devi’s aesthetics, breathing life into every role that he played

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When the veteran performed for his disciple

Jayan Gopinathan’s concert, which took place in Chennai recently, was indeed a great show

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‘The Zoya Factor’ trailer: Sonam Kapoor becomes the Indian cricket team’s lucky mascot!

Starring Dulquer Salmaan as the captain of Team India, the movie is based on the book by Anuja Chauhan

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Dasyam Ananthotsavam: Seamless blend of ideas

Senior dancers presented a well-knit Margam at ABHAI’s Dasyam Ananthotsavam

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India’s largest movie screen launched at Sullurpet in Andhra Pradesh

Qube Cinema introduced its first EPIQ screen, also touted to be the largest in south Asia, at the V EPIQ Theatre

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Crafting Khasak through letters and words

Artist Bhattathiri’s calligraphy works on OV Vijayan’s ‘Khasakkinte Ithihasam’ will be unveiled in Palakkad on September 1

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Our thought processes are always aligned: Trichur Brothers

Trichur Brothers on their harmonious bond on stage and off it

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Shubha Mudgal: Beyond Melody

Ahead of her concert in Delhi, Shubha Mudgal talks about her latest offering – a book of short stories where the line between fact and fiction often gets blurred

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Band Merakee sings with their heart and soul

Band Merakee has originals and recreates old melodies

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Connecting universally

Annelie Andre says choreography is her attempt to process and transfer her experiences on to the stage through movement

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‘Enai Noki Paayum Thota’: The back story

What has been plaguing the release of Enai Noki Paayum Thota starring Dhanush and directed by Gautham Menon? We find out

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Mr. Amitabh Bachchan is KBC, says show director Arun Sheshkumar

Arun Sheshkumar on 11 seasons of directing Kaun Banega Crorepati, working with Amitabh Bachchan and favourite moments on set

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Who is Valmakry?

The Kerala-based incognito character is on an odyssey to spread awareness on the need to wear helmet

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Janhvi Kapoor to star in Karan Johar’s ‘Gunjan Saxena - The Kargil Girl’

The film is based on the life of India’s first Air Force woman officer who went to war

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Lending scenes to a tune

A music video provides a fresh take on an old Kashmiri folk song to communicate the emotions of the valley. Listen to drum beats that explore a longing for home

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Aboard the bright red tuk tuk

Re-engineered to be solar-powered, this is the ride of choice for an Australian team travelling the world for a cause. In India, their starting point is Chennai

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Yes, I was disappointed: Dhanush reacts to ‘Vada Chennai’s snub at National Awards

The audio launch of Asuran also witnessed a rare moment when Vetri Maaran called his assistants on the stage, thanking them for their contribution

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Full throttle off the road

Take charge of the handle bar, as your ATV takes control of the terrain, and discover a path shaded by trees and bordered by playful waves

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Tax evasion cases against Amala Paul, Fahadh Fazil closed

No revenue loss to exchequer, say Crime Branch sources

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‘Irandam Ulagaporin Kadaisi Gundu’: Will it detonate at the box office?

Produced by director Pa Ranjith, the film’s cast has ‘Attakathi’ Dinesh, Anandhi and Riythvika

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‘Finals’ is inspired by stories of real-life sportspersons: PR Arun

The movie stars Rajisha Vijayan as a cyclist and Suraj Venjaramoodu as her father and coach

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‘2 Kunji Kuruvi’ takes you on a nostalgic trip

Soumya Sanathanan’s music video has a melodious track crooned by Neelambari Soumya and Ihsan Siddique

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Katy Perry, Dua Lipa to perform at concert in Mumbai

The duo will be present at the OnePlus Music Festival on November 16, with the rest of the line-up still to be announced

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Meet the man mixing Eastern folk with electronica

Grammy-nominated producer Carmen Rizzo mixes folk music from Iran to Mongolia, with a lush bed of electronics

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Sid Sriram on turning composer for 'Vaanam Kottatum', working with A.R Rahman and Ilaiyaraaja

In an exclusive interview with The Hindu, the 'Thalli Pogathey' singer speaks about his first project as a music director with Mani Ratnam's Madras Ta

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‘Hats off to a superstar like Ajith for doing Nerkonda Paarvai,’ says Trisha

The UNICEF Celebrity Advocate addressed students of Stella Maris college at the event themed around ‘End Violence’

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Uddipan Sarmah and Malavika Manoj impress Hyderabad with their music

The two remain distinct in their styles, not bound by genres

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Finding the right sound for ‘Ambili’

Balancing the sonic elements gives a film its feel, says sound mixer Ajaykumar PB

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A guide to eat sustainably in Copenhagen

While an increasing number of European countries are looking at ways to reduce food excess, here, some lessons from Copenhagen on how to eat sustainably

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‘Gang Leader’ trailer: Nani strikes as ‘revenge writer’ Pencil

Director Vikram Kumar and actor Nani’s film holds the promise of a fun outing

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Four Tamil filmmakers to make an anthology for Netflix

Gautham Menon and Vetrimaaran are two of the big names approached to direct Tamil original content for the streaming giant

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Royal Fables patrons discuss the role of the custodian as a cultural catalyst

An effervescent discussion featuring HH Maharani Radhika Raje Gaekwad of Baroda and Princess Vaishnavi Kumari of Kishangarh stole the show at this inaugural dinner

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Here’s what to do on your babymoon

With babymoons on the rise, destinations and hotels are gearing up to make vacations comfortable for expecting couples

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A 1,000 words and more

This photobook festival shines a light on the marginalised

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A long-cherished dream

Actor and writer K L Prasad’s first Telugu film as a director, ‘An Indian Love Story’, is refreshing in its content

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The man and his myriad faces

Character artiste Raaghu Raamanakoppa can change expressions at the snap of a finger

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Priyanka Chopra photoshops herself into picture of Jonas Brothers from VMAs

The actor couldn’t bear to see her husband stand awkwardly alone, while his other brothers kissed their wives on stage

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Dream Warriors announces new film with Sharwanand

Ritu Varma of ‘Pelli Choopulu’ fame plays the lead heroine role

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Culinary writings of the 19th century capture the food ethos of Chennai

Writer Vikram Doctor’s talk discussed culinary books written through the ages

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Five tips for proper tyre care

Properly maintaining your tyres is just as important as maintaining the rest of your car. Improper tyre care can lead to problems ranging from excessive wear to premature failure, and investing in a new set of tyres can be a costly affair. Here are a few things you should do to get the most from your tyres and identify any problems

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Maruti Suzuki XL6builds on the Ertiga

Priced from ₹9.8-11.46 lakh, the XL6 range starts where the Ertiga range tops off

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Tuesday, August 27, 2019

La La Land Brew Pub is yet another everything-for-all

This space in Gurugram adds nothing to the already-crowded resto-bar space in NCR

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Priyanka excited about her new innings in Tamil

The ‘Veyil’ actor’s dubbed film ‘Kanal Neer’ is ready for release

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When destiny came calling

Jewellery looks best when worn, not kept in the locker, says designer Farah Khan Ali

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Fun on the sets

Priyanka Arul Mohan is pleased with her roles in Telugu films

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The final play Hello Farmaaish: Space to grow

Audience revelled as Hello Farmaaish, the final play of The Hindu Theatre Fest 2019, pushed gender boundaries

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John Travolta mistakes drag queen for Taylor Swift at Video Music Awards

The ‘Pulp Fiction’ star tried to hand the trophy to ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ contesant Jade Jolie who is a Swift impersonator

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A tee for Telugu

Sporting catchy phrases such as ‘Fasak’ or ‘Light teesuko’, these T-shirts bring out the best in the local

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TVS Ntorq 125 faces off Ather 450

Electric and combustion engine scooters are now in the spotlight

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Amy Jackson holds ‘gender reveal’ party; to have baby son

The British actor is expected to get married to her fiance in early 2020 in Italy

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Prabhas: ‘Saaho’ will make a visual impact

Actor Prabhas opens up on what went into the making of the action entertainer, from remote controlled cars to a Jetman sequence

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Meet the man who built a dosa batter empire in the US

Every day, fresh batter for spongy idlis and crisp dosas makes its way across the West Coast of the US to homesick Indians, and Americans enamoured by this gluten-free, vegan treat. A man from Thirunelveli is behind it all

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BMW Z4 gets a revamp

The BMW Z4 is back, but with the hardtop missing, and we drive the M40i version which comes with a 340hp, 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine. Here’s what it’s like...

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Taylor Swift, Cardi B and Missy Elliott bring girl power to Video Music Awards show

Korean boy band BTS won for best K-Pop and best group, while the recently reunited Jonas Brothers, won best pop song for ‘Sucker’

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Movements ’n’ expressions

Meet Vishwakiran Nambi, who is propagating and choreographing contemporary dance in films

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The making of Saaho’s Waaji City

Sabu Cyril discusses the ambitious production design of ‘Saaho’ that involved constructing a fictitious city of the gangsters

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‘War’ trailer sees Hrithik and Tiger face off in epic action fest

The film, directed by Siddharth Anand will release in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu on October 2

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Travis Scott’s success leads to Netflix documentary

Missed out on Astroworld? Travis Scott’s successful concert tour is now a Netflix documentary titled ‘Travis Scott: Look Mom I Can Fly’. We look back at the rapper’s success.

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The perks of swimming in winter

As temperatures dip, here’s how you can brave the chill and get in cold water

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The perks of swimming in winter

As temperatures dip, here’s how you can brave the chill and get in cold water

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Monday, August 26, 2019

Get talking about documentaries at Chennai’s Thinnai Talkies

How Ratheesh Krishnan and Guruprasad Sharma’s Thinnai Talkies engages documentary filmmakers and their viewers in dialogue and debate

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A breakfast date with the Parsis of Chennai

Chennai's Parsi community break brun at their Dharamshala for Madras Week, to explain their history and unique culture over multiple cups of mint chai, generously buttered buns, and eggs akuri

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What is contemporary? Three young artists and a gallery explore

Expressions of memory, freedom, and research, come together in a new annual show by Art Alive gallery in Delhi, which aims to re-look at the definition of contemporary art

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Get talking about documentaries at Chennai’s Thinnai Talkies

How Ratheesh Krishnan and Guruprasad Sharma’s Thinnai Talkies engages documentary filmmakers and their viewers in dialogue and debate

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Khasi film 'Onaatah: Of the Earth' to get a Marathi retelling

Onaatah: Of the Earth may be only second northeast film remade in another language

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Dancing with the waves at Kovalam

What draws surfers from India and abroad to this quaint fishing village? We find out over music, and plates of fried calamari, at the three-day Covelong Point Surf, Music and Yoga Festival

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Tips to overcome runner’s block

Bored of running on the same circuit every day? Here’s how you can beat the monotony

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What makes a person try extreme sports?

Would you dive into a pitch-dark cave? Or jump off a building for fun? We explore the risks and rewards that come with taking part in extreme sports

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And now, Somdev Devvarman, the musician

The former tennis star surprised fans with his first ever public gig, at Covelong Point Surf, Music and Yoga Festival

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Why this designer launched her Spring Summer collection during Fall season

Designer Anupamaa Dayal explains how her body-positive, breezy Spring Summer collection is relevant all year round

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Where to get vinyl records in Bengaluru

Looking for your favourite Led Zeppelin album or perhaps your taste leans more towards MS Subbulakshmi? We tell you the best places in the city to go a-hunting for vinyl records.

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‘Is beach running good for you?’

Dr Kannan Pugazhendi answers readers’ questions on fitness

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‘Is beach running good for you?’

Dr Kannan Pugazhendi answers readers’ questions on fitness

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When the 175-year-old Higginbothams store doubled up as a concert venue

The city’s oldest surviving bookstore, Higginbothams, hosted a Western classical music recital, opening up conversations on active preservation

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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson feels great after getting married

Actor-wrestler and singer Lauren Hashian are now off for their honeymoon after Disney’s D23 event

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What makes a person try extreme sports?

Would you dive into a pitch-dark cave? Or jump off a building for fun? We explore the risks and rewards that come with taking part in extreme sports

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Priyanka Chopra’s cousin served maggots in food at Ahmedabad hotel

Meera Chopra, who will be seen in Bollywood film ‘Article 375’ soon, shared a video of the incident on Instagram

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National Award-winning Khasi film ‘Onaatah’ remade in Marathi as ‘Mann Udhan Vaara’

The remake is directed by Sanjay Memane and will release on October 11

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Conserving personal memory through art

Using the softness of fabric and the structure of sculpture, Debasish Mukherjee’s new solo explores how we preserve personal memory

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‘Super Deluxe’ to ‘Kumbalangi Nights’: This 2D animator does interesting movie illustrations

2D animator Abishek Kalainjan chats about his viral poster design for Super Deluxe and his love for comic books

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Are daily supplements good for health?

Health supplements can cause health problems if it is consumed without consulting with a doctor

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When I was depressed

On how a ten year old boy managed depression

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Are daily supplements good for health?

Health supplements can cause health problems if it is consumed without consulting with a doctor

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When I was depressed

On how a ten year old boy managed depression

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Sunday, August 25, 2019

The world is my mirror

The journey to healing, with a little help from a therapist, and a lot of self-help

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The world is my mirror

The journey to healing, with a little help from a therapist, and a lot of self-help

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Cracking a cyber crime

Actor Ramesh Aravind’s 100 is about a person who stalks women on social media

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Google Nest Hub review : pretty, intuitive and raises your smart-home’s IQ

Ideal for the connected home, Google Nest Hub promises some added allure to your digitised living space

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Disney’s D23 Expo: Marvel, Star Wars, and more

 The Walt Disney Company held its biannual D23 convention over the weekend. Here are some of the highlights of the announcements made at the conventio

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New ‘Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’ footage shows Rey wielding double bladed red lightsaber

The film will also bring back Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker and late star Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia.

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Kit Harington, Gemma Chan join cast of ‘The Eternals’

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has announced that actor Kit Harington has boarded the star-studded cast of The Eternals movie. Harington is the

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Saturday, August 24, 2019

In Mayur Vihar in Delhi, biryani for a reason

When memories, flavour and celebration mingles

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Jagan Krishnan on why ‘Anjali’ and ‘Boys’ remain special to this day

“As a child, I remember I was particularly fond of masala films; as a teen, though, I remember it was Boys that was a cult favourite,” says standup comedian Jagan Krishnan

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The Buddhas of Pakistan

Art historian Naman Ahuja hopes India will look closer at Gandhara art, a product of the intermingling of multiple cultures at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border

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Your friendly neighbourhood paati

She may have had just a few seconds of screen time in the over 700 films she’s acted in. But actor GT Kasthuri is a star in her own way

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Meet the beet

India’s top chefs highlight 2019’s star vegetable as a meat alternative, noodle and sorbet

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Notes from Skopje

Classical façades, shiny bronze statues and marble fountains. The hodgepodge of “nationalist kitsch” has undoubtedly succeeded in attracting curious tourists, with the number of visitors in Skopje rising by 16.6% in 2017

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Spinster’s delight, pish-pash and kedgeree. A few favourite things from my Anglo-Indian family kitchen

The term pish-pash was first recorded by English writer Augustus Prinsep in the mid-19th century. He called it “a slop of rice-soup with small pieces of meat in it, much used in the Anglo-Indian nursery”

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The best bits from day one of 2019’s D23 Expo : interactive exhibits, new content and Disney Legends

The D23 Expo made some majorly exciting announcements from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic — and invited plenty of childhood nostalgia

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Sid Sriram on turning composer with Mani Ratnam’s ‘Vaanam Kottatum’ and much more

The singer speaks about catapulting to fame, working with the likes of A.R. Rahman and Ilaiyaraaja, and his many influences

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Gautham Menon confirms ‘Ennai Noki Paayum Thota’ release with riveting new trailer

The film starring Dhanush and Megha Akash will release on September 6

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Ajith meets swimmer Kutraleeswaran; fans go ga-ga over actor’s new look

The actor’s next film is ‘AK60’ which will be directed by H Vinoth

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Step up

Choreographer Bosco Martis shot to fame with “Senorita” which won him and Caeser Gonsalves the National Award for best choreography in 2011. Known for

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The Korean cinematic wave

As the country celebrates 100 years of its film industry, we dig deep into its archives to bring you a list of movies that should be on your radar

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‘Avengers’ star Scarlett Johansson tops Forbes highest-paid actresses list

At number two is ‘Modern Family’ star Sofia Vergara

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Meet India’s top Instagram calligraphers

Five Indian artists are using social media to revive an ancient art form, and even monetise it

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Social media sensation Ranu Mondal records song with Himesh Reshammiya

Her rendition of the Lata Mangeshkar melody, ‘Ek pyar ka nagma hai’ from the 1972 film ‘Shor’ went viral earlier

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‘Porinju Mariam Jose’ review: Lack of a solid script proves to be the undoing of Joshiy’s latest

A fairly predictible revenge saga, made watchable by the array of characters, and lead performances

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Friday, August 23, 2019

‘The Angry Birds Movie 2’ review: Pixel-perfect fun

Bright animation, jokes and action rock this sequel that redeems the rather drab first movie in the franchise

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Following his heart

Crazy Star Ravichandran’s son says it is not one’s legacy but talent that counts in the industry

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‘Angel Has Fallen’ review: The sizzle has fizzled in this uninspired three-quel

Gerard Butler returns to save the American President in another installment of the ‘Fallen’ series, but who will save the audience?

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Malayalam cinema: The new globetrotter

Why is the industry, known for its realistic movies, suddenly making a strong showing abroad? Local stories filtered through a ‘new-gen’ lens is just one of the reasons

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Eye on Cambodian cinema

How Anti-Archive, a young set of filmmakers, is changing the face of Cambodian cinema

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Mridangam state of mind with SVDP and Yanchan

Shan Vincent de Paul and Yanchan Rajmohan go viral with their Carnatic and hip-hop beats

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Get a yacht pass this season

Going beyond cruise liners, holidays on the sea now include 112-foot yachts, trip sharing, and parties with strangers

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Six short plays: Mirror to the world around

Real life situations provide fodder for this six-in-one drama suite by Dummies troupe

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Dhavall Gandhi: A Gujarati and his Scotch story

A sherry-led multi-oak maturation is just one of the experiments that whisky master Dhavall Gandhi is trying out at The Lakes Distillery

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What is happening at the fifth edition of ‘Gender Bender’ in Bengaluru?

Expect a showcase a menstrual-themed tarot deck, installations, a web series on the caste system, marriage migration, among a whole host of unique presentations

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What’s the ASI got to do with it?

Our cultural custodian is short staffed. Obscurity mars our antiquities act. As questions about what antiques must be registered pop up, here’s what needs to be done

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How Juicy Chemistry keeps it products eco-friendly and sustainable

Juicy Chemistry, which turns five today, is taking sustainability and clean living to another level

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Kousalya Krishnamurthy: Been there, seen that

A partly engaging sports drama with a sense of deja vu, salvaged by good performances

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In the wonderful ‘Kumbalangi Nights’, an Old West-style showdown takes place in a salon

The first time we see Shammi, he is looking at himself approvingly in a bathroom mirror, mumbling “Raymond, the Complete Man,” and using a razor blade to remove a bindi from the glass

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‘Spider-Man’ star Willem Dafoe spotted on vacation in Fort Kochi

Actor was most recently nominated for Academy Award for Best Actor for playing Vincent van Gogh in ‘At Eternity's Gate’

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The documentary series ‘Up’ has tracked the lives of a group of people since 1964. The ninth edition aired this June

The producers chose 14 children from various socio-economic backgrounds, and visited them every seven years to film the defining documentary

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‘Bakrid’ movie review: A human-animal relationship that needed to be more effective

Vikranth and Sara the camel deliver earnest performances, but the film falls short of making audiences connect with the duo

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Music composer Bindhu Malini on scoring for National award-winning ‘Nathicharami’

Composer Bindhu Malini talks about winning the National award for playback singing in Nathicharami and more

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Chennai’s ‘Southern Street’ review: options galore for the south-Indian cuisine lover

Sit in an auto and order an Instagrammable Batate bubble dosa at cheery Southern Street

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Priyanka Chopra retains right to speak in personal capacity, states United Nations

Pakistan’s Human Rights Minister Shireen Mazari wrote this week to UNICEF Executive Director Henrietta Fore demanding Chopra’s removal as a Goodwill Ambassador

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‘Rythubidda’, a pathbreaking Telugu movie on the peasant uprising turns 80

Rythubidda was a pioneering movie on the peasant uprising

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Thursday, August 22, 2019

Vivek Oberoi to produce movie on Balakot air strikes

To be shot in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, the film will feature established actors in pivotal roles, including that of Wing Commander Abhinandan.

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Billboard Hot 100 Chart: Here are the singers who have hit the top spot

As the Hot 100 Chart turns 61, a look at the singers who have hit the top spot

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'Andhadhun' inspired from French short film, reveals National Award-winning scriptwriterHemanth Rao

Hemanth Rao from Kannada cinema, one of the co-writers for the national award winning film 'Andhadhun' says script writers are rarely recognised

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Miley Cyrus takes to Twitter to deny cheating rumours

Miley Cyrus denied rumours on Thursday that she cheated on her soon-to-be ex-husband, Liam Hemsworth. In stream-of-consciousness mode, the pop star c

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Impressive display of training and technique

Lavanya Raghuraman’s nritta was neat and her abhinaya was warm

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‘Bigg Boss Tamil’ Abhirami Venkatachalam says, ‘My love for Mugen is unconditional; I will wait for him till he comes out’

The 'Nerkonda Paarvai' actor also says that after working with Ajith, she wishes to work with Vijay now

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Naveen Polishetty: I hope to work until I’m 80

After the success of Agent Sai Srinivasa Athreya, Naveen Polishetty will debut in Hindi cinema with Dangal director Nitesh Tiwari’s Chhichhore

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‘Mindhunter’ season 2: fraught with racial tensions and unfiltered anxiety

This season, wrap your head around a racially disparate Atlanta, sky-high stress levels and an extremely disturbing — but wildly charismatic — Charles Manson

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Ananga’s dance was underscored by rich bhava

Ananga Manjari’s portrayal of the abhinaya nuances showed her understanding of the literature

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Hard work is more important than results: Delhi R. Sridhar

For violinist Delhi R. Sridhar, winner of the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar, the award is one more step towards excellence

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Khayyam: Master of grace

Remembering Khayyam through an incident that reflects his childlike simplicity

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Little wonder

The Drive East festival in New York and San Francisco showcases Indian arts in an intimate setting

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Choux pastry and fruit tarts: when French cuisine wowed people in Hyderabad

French chef Jean-Jacques Berteau turns into an artisan at a culinary session

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The story behind Hyderabad Runners and the city's marathon

Ahead of the ninth edition of Hyderabad Marathon this weekend, here’s looking at how Hyderabad Runners has grown to a 17000-plus community

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The French voyage

French chef Jean-Jacques Berteau turns into an artisan at a culinary session

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Barack and Michelle Obama make their Hollywood movie debut with Netflix's ‘American Factory’

'American Factory' tells the story of what happened when a Chinese company took over an abandoned General Motors plant

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Films for posterity

Announcing the Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop 2019 in Hyderabad, actors Nagarjuna and Amala underline the importance of film preservation

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Olive and Twist’s Insta-worthy cafe and its cloud kitchens

From chic cafés offering zoodles to home-style comfort meals, this three-month-old Chennai firm has its fingers in many pies

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Through ‘Kcyclopedia’, two techies from Kerala aim to promote a healthy lifestyle via biking

Avid cyclists Vishnu Lal R and Krishnamoorthy G V take the battle against the bulge to the streets with their YouTube channel

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Priyanka Chopra to star in Netflix’s ‘We Can Be Heroes’

Actor Priyanka Chopra is set to share screen space with the likes of Pedro Pascal, Christian Slater and Boyd Holbrook in filmmaker Robert Rodriguez’s

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Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Akshay Kumar takes 4th spot in Forbes highest paid actors list

The National Award-winning actor has raked in $65 million, according to the list

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This new board game tests your knowledge about Chennai

With The Great Madras Trip, answer trivia questions on Madras heritage to navigate Chennai using only public transport

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Mika Singh apologies, FWICE lifts ban on him

Mika claimed his performance in the neighbouring country at a time when tensions between India and Pakistan were high was a coincidence

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From Mandya to movies

Ninasam Sathish has proved with the super success of Ayogya that it takes more than muscles to prove your mettle

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From Nizamuddin to Nizam city

A group of women from Hazrat Nizamuddin area are whipping up dishes using home recipes

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Parineeti Chopra shares bruised avatar from ‘The Girl On The Train’

'The Girl On The Train' is based on Paula Hawkins’ 2015 bestseller of the same name

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Films for posterity

Announcing the Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop 2019 in Hyderabad, actors Nagarjuna and Amala underline the importance of film preservation

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Salman Khan-starrer ‘Dabangg 3’ to also release in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu

Multitalented Prabhudheva will be directing the film

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Dance like a puppet

Life-sized puppets combine tradition and modernity to narrate the story of classical, semi-classical and folk dances of India

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Khaja Moinuddin's no-frills cooking on ‘Nawab’s Kitchen’ helps feed orphans

Cooking demo videos galore, but Khaja Moinuddin’s popular no-frills videos serve to fill hungry orphans as well

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Comfort with colours

Lipika Rao quit her corporate job to begin a new journey with art

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A coffee championshilp based on ‘aeropress’ recipes

The aeropress championship in Hyderabad was a fun affair

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Indian Institute of World Culture turns 75

The Indian Institute of World Culture not just offers a huge library and cultural activities, but an impressive history of committed voluntary work

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In conversation with cinematographer Divakar Mani on ‘Ranarangam’ and more

Cinematographer Divakar Mani is happy with his work depicting two time frames in Ranarangam

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Apple TV+ service debuts trailer for original series ‘The Morning Show’

The show stars Hollywood heavyweights Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carrell

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Jio Fiber’s ‘First Day First Show’ plan: What does it mean for cine-goers?

With Jio’s controversial ‘First Day First Show’ plan likely to roll out in 2020, we look at what lies ahead for conventional cine-goers

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Truly a stepping stone

Here are the results of the Kannada web TV Sirinadu’s dance reality show Siri Gejje

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Indian Institute of World Culture

The Indian Institute of World Culture not just offers a huge library and cultural activities, but an impressive history of committed voluntary work

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At Covelong Point Festival, do headstands on a surfboard

Gear up for a weekend by the sea with surfing, music, yoga and fun at Covelong Point Festival that is back for its seventh edition

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Mercedes GLB: A closer look

The model follows the classic Mercedes SUV template, with the two rugged slats peeling off from a super-sized star grille

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OnePlus TV to launch first in India: CEO

Other markets including North America, Europe and China would receive the TV after the September launch in India.

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What’s new for Tata Motors

Tata Motors gears up to bolster its range with seven new launches

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Spider-Man no longer part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

A #SaveSpiderMan social media campaign is already active on Twitter as fans react to the fall-out between Sony and Marvel

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From fringes of the Kumbh Mela: Shibu Arakkal on his latest photo series, ‘Mallaah’

The photo-artist has captured the lives of the boatmen of the Ganga and Yamuna

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Malayalam actor Manju Warrier, film crew rescued from flooded Himachal village

They were shooting in the Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh when they got stuck in a flood-hit village of Chhattru

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From fringes of the Kumbh Mela: Shibu Arakkal on his latest photo series, ‘Mallaah’

The photo-artist has captured the lives of the boatmen of the Ganga and Yamuna

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Hero Pleasure gets an update

The Pleasure Plus gets the 110.9cc engine found in the Duet and regular Maestro Edge

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Bond 25 officially titled ‘No Time To Die’

The 25th installment of the classic spy series will see Bond enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica after leaving active service.

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The happiness of a long-distance biker

Yoga teacher Sangeetha Jairam rides off into the yonder in her spare time

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‘Matrix 4’ greenlit with Keanu Reeves

Lana Wachowski, one half of the Wachowskis who directed all the three films in the franchise with sister Lilly, will write and helm the new project.

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Raising a pakoda to Chennai

As a toast to the city turning 380, MetroPlus spends 380 minutes exploring the city’s culinary treasures. Join us as we race through neighbourhoods in search of meals with history. Pro tip: Start early, come hungry

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Watch | Gulzar, Javed Akhtar pay tribute to Khayyam

Veteran composer Khayyam, best known for his music in classic films such as Umrao Jaan and Kabhi Kabhie, passed away after a prolonged illnesses.Celeb

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Tributes pour in from all quarters for Khayyam ‘saab’

Lyricists, singers, poets and more express their admiration for the legendary composer’s body of work

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Winning hearts with desi food

Cooking demo videos galore, but Khaja Moinuddin’s popular no-frills videos serve to fill hungry orphans as well

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Views from the top

How Sudha Ravishakar, Venkatalakshmi Silesh and Sarala Ramakrishna from Coimbatore, all in their 40s, climbed the Kilimanjaro

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‘Elementary’ winds up: So long and thank you for all the mysteries!

As the Sherlock Holmes reboot completes its seventh season, it is time to bid adieu to our favourite consultant detectives

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Chiranjeevi roars like a lion in new ‘Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy’ teaser

Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy promises another larger-than-life, action-packed extravaganza from Telugu cinema

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Umbrella solutions

Experts address rainy-weather challenges so we stay healthy through the season of sniffles and sore throats

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Umbrella solutions

Experts address rainy-weather challenges so we stay healthy through the season of sniffles and sore throats

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What is fitness hangover

The soreness or injury from a workout can make you feel like you are hungover

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What is fitness hangover

The soreness or injury from a workout can make you feel like you are hungover

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Advertising propels us to health?

How ads are making us concerned of our health

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Advertising propels us to health?

How ads are making us concerned of our health

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Taking it one song at a time

Budding singer-songwriter Andrea Kristin is happy with the response her first EP has garnered

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Khayyam (1927-2019) | A composer who couldn't be straitjacketed in any style

A composer who understood the nuances of Urdu and Hindi as much as the ‘sargam’ itself

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Turn on the light

People with depression, who reach out for help, should be lauded and not judged

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Turn on the light

People with depression, who reach out for help, should be lauded and not judged

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Monday, August 19, 2019

Meet Anju — runner, garden-lover, and cancer survivor

She signed up for her first ever Pinkathon months after she was diagnosed, and now she runs as passionately as she nurtures her plants

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Meet Anju — runner, garden-lover, and cancer survivor

She signed up for her first ever Pinkathon months after she was diagnosed, and now she runs as passionately as she nurtures her plants

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Directing a play was eye-opening: Vikram Phukan

Theatre critic and writer Vikram Phukan is bringing his directorial debut to Delhi’s Old World Theatre Fest this week

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Khayyam: an appreciation

A composer who understood the nuances of Urdu and Hindi as much as the ‘sargam’ itself

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Bigg Boss Tamil, a breeding ground for toxic masculinity?

If you haven’t been following the acrimony arising out of the State’s favourite reality show, you would have no idea how easily the most natural human tendencies and interactions can create breeding grounds for gender schism.

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Patriotism on a plate

The Indiavin Suvai Unavu Thiruvizha is bursting with true flavours and distinct aromas from across the country.

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Mandira Bedi starts #100daychallenge on Instagram

Fitness is my lifestyle decision, says Mandira Bedi, whose #100daychallenge is garnering thousands of views

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Mandira Bedi starts #100daychallenge on Instagram

Fitness is my lifestyle decision, says Mandira Bedi, whose #100daychallenge is garnering thousands of views

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To restore and preserve the classics

Film Heritage Foundation and Martin Scorsese’s The Film Foundation to conduct the fifth Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop India in Hyderabad

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Sarfraz Manzoor speaks on ‘Blinded by the Light’: Nostalgia for the light

Writer Sarfraz Manzoor on collaborating with director Gurinder Chadha for the British comedy-drama Blinded by the Light

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How a Dutch filmmaker shot an Indian documentary on his iPhone

No crew. No cameras. Dutch filmmaker Andreas van de Laar on his journey filming India’s innovators for his documentary, One Point Seven, on an iPhone

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How a Dutch filmmaker shot an Indian documentary on his iPhone

No crew. No cameras. Dutch filmmaker Andreas van de Laar on his journey filming India’s innovators for his documentary, One Point Seven, on an iPhone

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At home with nature

A chat with Niyatee Sharma on her journey as a children’s author

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Learning about the intricacies of jazz

Musician Yati Durant, who was in the city for jazz workshops, says there is more to playing live than reading musical notations

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The age of Tamil comedy

Comedians talk to Vinodhini Vaidyanathan about what makes their brand of comedy tick and discuss the importance of encouraging dialogue in this age of offence

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Tickle your grey matter

The 26th edition of the Landmark Quiz had live music instead of audio clips, and earnest contestants brushing up on current affairs and trivia

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Here comes ‘Charles the French’

The half-French Thai comedian-magician has some tricks up his sleeve for his upcoming India tour

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Prabhas-starrer ‘Saaho’ pre-release event: a glitzy evening

More than 100,000 attend the Saaho pre-release event in Hyderabad

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Syed Husain Bilgrami: An English scholar in Nizam’s court

Apart from holding high ranking positions in Nizam’s dominion, Syed Husain Bilgrami was also made a member of the Secretary of State’s Council, in London

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Harimohan Paruvu’s biography on Dr MV Sridhar highlights the winning attitude

In the biography of ‘Doc’ MV Sridhar, Harimohan Paruvu captures the essence of why the late cricketer was loved and respected by all

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Kartik Aaryan-starrer ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ to hit screens on July 31, 2020

Bhool Bhulaiyaa, which released in 2007, starred Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan and Shiney Ahuja.

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Dharma Daatha (1970)

StarringA. Nageswara Rao, Nagabhushanam, Relangi, Padmanabham, ‘Shavukaru’ Janaki, Kanchana, Jhansi.

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Sunday, August 18, 2019

The story of Charlie and me

Rakshit Shetty is busy completing the shooting of Charlie 777, which will be released in five languages

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Abhinaya’s celluloid comeback

The actor returns to the big screen after a decade with the film Crush

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Keeping Burra Katha alive in the wave of impersonal storytelling art forms

Banned in British India and by the Nizam of Hyderabad for its sting, it has few takers today

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Thiruvananthapuram to revive message of peace, music

Fiftieth anniversary of the legendary Woodstock festival to be celebrated

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World Photography Day: The rebellion of images

Let’s talk about how to generate a visual thesaurus of organised actions against authoritarianism

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Happy birthday, Gulzar saab!

On the legendary director-scriptwriter-lyricist’s 85th birthday, we pay a musical tribute, rewinding some of his classic songs

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Religion and science don’t have to be divorced: Vidya Balan

“I think there is a problem with the way religion is being interpreted today. I know a lot of people who are shying away from calling themselves religious and I am one of them.”

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Saturday, August 17, 2019

Don’t think ‘Game of Thrones’ show was good for me: George R.R. Martin

“I don’t think (the TV series) was very good for me. The very thing that should have speeded me up actually slowed me down,” he said

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Hollywood actor Peter Fonda, of Easy Rider fame, dies at 79

He earned an Oscar nomination for Ulee’s Gold

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Quizzes in podcasts

Enjoy exercising your wits just for kicks

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How ‘All About My Mother’ changed Rahul Ravindran’s life forever

Filmmaker Rahul Ravindran, who recently won the National Award for Best Original Screenplay, lists his all-time favourite movies

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‘Kavin’s romance with me is over,’ says Sakshi Agarwal after her ‘Bigg Boss’ elimination

The actor speaks about her stint on the reality show, being the subject of body-shaming inside the house, her ‘love triangle’ with fellow contestants Kavin and Losliya, and more...

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Janata watches and Braille timepieces: A visit to HMT’s new museum in Bengaluru

‘When former employees come here, they cry’

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I couldn’t say ‘no’ to ‘Saaho’: Prabhas

Director Sujeeth, actors Prabhas and Shraddha Kapoor discuss the challenges involved in creating a visual spectacle like 'Saaho'

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How team ‘Vaanam Kottatum’ shot on busy city roads when it rained heavily

This particular sequence is part of the montage of the ‘Business’ song that has been tuned by Sid Sriram

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Why Perumal Murugan thinks ‘Ratha Kanneer’ is relevant even today

Tamil writer Perumal Murugan on how he was fascinated by MR Radha in Ratha Kanneer, a film iconic to the Dravidian Movement

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Schools of cooking: bland, aqua, off-the-shoulder...

I remember my aunt’s manicured hands assembling a dish with nary a frosted pink nail chipped

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The Prez’s thali: The kitchen of the India International Centre has many stories to tell

Not all the secrets exchanged at the IIC are political

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Karan Johar’s wishlist for ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ reboot: Ranveer, Alia, Janhvi

Released in 1998, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai narrated love story of three friends Rahul, Tina and Anjali

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Suriya has become socially-conscious now: KV Anand on ‘Kaappaan’

Filmmaker KV Anand discusses Kaappaan, his third film with Suriya releasing on September 20, his love for art films and narrative style

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Elvis Presley animated spy series in works at Netflix

Titled ‘Agent King,’ the show will follow Elvis as he is inducted into a secret government spy program

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‘Easy Rider’ star Peter Fonda dies at 79

The actor earned a Best Actor nomination for his performance in the highly acclaimed Ulee’s Gold.

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Friday, August 16, 2019

Pinecone Records on artiste Sutej Singh and their upcoming music showcase

Pinecone Records presents their first anniversary music showcase ‘Pinecone Live: The Prog Edition’ which they’ve pegged as a ‘Do It Together’ effort

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Gauri & Nainika: It’s peplum for power at Lakmé Fashion Week

With the #FreeYourLips maxim and actors like Joan Collins as inspiration, Gauri & Nainika promise only statement-making silhouettes at LFW’s big finale

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Knives flying, bullets raining, fists smashing — the action in ‘Wu Assassins’ is sheer delight

Not since Jet Li has there been a martial arts hero as watchable as Iko Uwais

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Bagan: Pride, pagodas and the UNESCO World Heritage tag

One hopes the UNESCO World Heritage recognition of Myanmar’s temple city will also ensure its preservation

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Pseudopodia of slums

R.S. Nishesh’s theatrical brilliance was on display, as “Amoeba” made its way to the centrestage once again

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I don’t make films for awards, says Mansore, director of 'Nathicharami'

National honours for Nathicharami is the success of new generation film makers, says Mansore, director of Nathicharami that bagged five national awards

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Jubiliation at centenary

Kala Mandira, Karnataka’s oldest art institution turns 100. Its founder, A.N. Subba Rao, put the school together with vision and perseverance

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The sunshine girls: in Tanuja Chandra’s documentary, Aunty Sudha Aunty Radha

Tanuja Chandra’s new documentary, which premièred in Madrid, sees her 86- and 93-year-old aunts in the best phase of their lives

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At AstaGuru’s online auction, there’s room for ‘funky’ art, watches and even cars

As AstaGuru readies for its online art auction, CEO Tushar Sethi breaks down the changing eco-system, and his push into watches, jewellery and cars

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Dealing with female toxicity in 'Posham Pa'

How Mahie Gill, Sayani Gupta and Ragini Khanna geared up for some extreme female toxicity in the psychological thriller

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Chakkappothi has the jackfruit in different flavours

Home chef and entrepreneur Rajasree R experiments with the jackfruit

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Salute to Kasturba on stage

The play pays tribute to this inspiring personality

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Mapping the mystical maze

Ranjana Gauhar’s latest production captures the spirit of Kabir

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Expression says it all

Four seasoned dancers explored the importance of abhinaya in classical dance at the Monsoon Festival of Dance in New Delhi

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Raising contemporary issues

The 18th edition of Old World Theatre Festival focuses on original scripts, crossover genres, innovative aesthetics and critical issues

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Of piety and practice

Known for its judicious selection of artistes, the Vishnu Digambar Jayanti Sangeet Samaroh saw a melodious mingling of ragas

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‘I have prayed at every darga, gurudwara and church,’ Madhavan shuts down troll questioning his religious identity

The actor recently shared a photo with his son Vedaant and his father Ranganathan on the Hindu occasion of ‘Avani Avittam’

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Ayushmann Khurrana on his knack for picking light-hearted yet taboo-breaking films

‘I fear scripts that are too vanilla’

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Prashanth to star in ‘Andhadhun’ Tamil remake

Prashanth’s previous film ‘Johnny’ was a remake of Sriram Raghavan’s ‘Johnny Gaddaar’

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Thursday, August 15, 2019

The promise of the Calcutta South India Club

Kolkata once had a thriving population of people from southern India. But where’s the food to reflect this?

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J Herb Tea Party: A taste of Korean café culture in Chennai

J Herb Tea Party gives Chennai a taste of Korean café culture, with friendly service and creamy cheesecake. And of course, you can slip on a sheet mask here as you sip on rooibos

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Meet Priyam Chatterjee, the first Indian chef to receive this French honour

This week, Priyam Chatterjee, who was last associated with Qla and Rooh, became the first Indian chef to be honoured with the Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole

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Reclaiming common ground

Suhasini Koulagi adds her bit to the Poramboke song by T.M. Krishna. She gives it a framework of dance

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Kolams help women map business potential

Art used to identify gaps in resources

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‘I don’t want to play it safe’

Kirti Kulhari on her choice of projects, different formats and the upcoming Mission Mangal

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Metal madness in the city

A metal concert was held recently to promote love for the genre of music

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Krishna takes the centre stage

Senior dancers and their disciples depicted the Lord as a lover, saviour and a poet’s favourite through different styles at the Kalasamarpanam festival in Mumbai

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An anthem in folk

Madhur Padwal shares why he chose folk instruments for a musical rendition of the National Anthem

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Veteran actor Vidya Sinha passes away

Veteran Bollywood actor Vidya Sinha, famed for her role in the Basu Chatterjee film Rajnigandha (1974), passed away after a brief lung-cum-heart ailm

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Love in the time of gang war

KissaGo’s theatre production will be staged today to mark Independence Day

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How did hit show ‘Euphoria’ pull off that nebulous and trippy look? DoP Marcell Rév describes the process

The Hungarian cinematographer says reality-grounded creativity and various technologies around lighting, framing, smoke and more were key in bringing the mood to life on-screen

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‘We know only cinema’

What happens when Lenin, Santhana Bharathi and Gangai Amaren meet? They laugh, crack jokes, and share their love for the medium

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ABHAI’s ‘Pravasi Utsavam’ offered rich experience

It featured Ratna Kumar’s exquisite abhinaya and performances by talented young dancers

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Legacy from China

For over 70 years, Ling’s Pavilion has been serving simple, popular Cantonese fare in Mumbai. Try the Nanking fried prawns, chop suey and stewed pork

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The quintessence of Lucknowi culture is in its plurality, says writer Sunita Kohli

From kebabs and fancy potato recipes to meditations on history and culture Chand Sur and Sunita Kohli’s new book has it all

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The Mounted Police unit of the Kerala Police is galloping ahead

The unit is the only one of its kind in Kerala

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How a group of drone operators in Kerala rose to the occasion during floods

Sky Limit, a Whatsapp group of drone operators, were in action in north Kerala, which has been hit by floods and landslips

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Astad Deboo, the creative traveller

Astad Deboo, who performed in Chennai recently, straddles many worlds and genres to constantly add to his unconventional dance repertoire

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Shafeekuddin and Shabana executed the themes with élan

The duo’s bhava-rich presentations and well-synchronised footwork offered a rich visual treat for the rasikas at the mid-year dance festival

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Charumathi: a picture of refinement

Intuition coupled with rigorous practice has made the violinist a front line performer

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Elvis Presley: The King of good times

On his 42nd death anniversary, remembering Elvis Presley, who rocked the world

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‘Batla House’ review: Where the truth lies

A needlessly convoluted and garbled interpretation of the Batla House encounter case which sides with the cops.

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‘Man vs Wild’ featuring PM Modi will promote Corbett National Park globally: Uttarakhand CM

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Tuesday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for showcasing the beauty and wildlife diversity of t

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Mission Mangal review: The magnificent MOM

The good-hearted matriarch wins over a patronising patriarch

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Evaru review: a volley of questions and answers

This slick thriller headlined by Adivi Sesh holds the intrigue till the end, and marks the assured debut of director Venkat Ramji

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V. Balakrishnan’s stark new script bags The Hindu Playwright Award

The shortlisted works included Ajay Krishnan’s Gajram the Great, Deepika Arwind’s Phantasmagoria and Deepro Roy’s Azad Theatre chosen by a panel of three judges from among the 82 entries received.

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U.S. rapper A$AP Rocky spared jail

A$AP Rocky and two members of his entourage were found guilty of kicking and beating 19-year-old Mustafa Jafari after an argument.

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Vijay fans in Kerala turn theatres into flood relief kiosks, after message from their idol

‘Kollam Nanbans’ and several other fans’ associations of the actor have also diverted funds set for the release of his movies

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This Independence Day lets revisit ‘Mile sur mera tumhara’

‘Mile sur mera tumhara’, created 31 years ago, still evokes patriotic fervour and fond memories

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‘Baaram’ is an original story on Thalaikoothal, says director Priya Krishnaswamy

The National Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil will soon have a release in theatres and online platforms

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What’s stopping Kollywood stars from promoting their films?

The biggest Bollywood stars are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to promotions.

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Bollywood stars pay tribute to Pulwama martyrs with ‘Tu Desh Mera’

Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai amongst others who are part of the video

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Vijay’s ‘Pokkiri’ song trends in Iranian gym; actor gifts gold rings to ‘Bigil’ team

Around 400 members of the team have received rings with ‘Bigil’ engraved on them

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The brass band of the Kerala Police has been around for over a century

The Independence Day parade at Central Stadium marches to the beat of the band

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This Kashmiri carpet maker brings Persian rugs to Chennai

You can expect Kirmani, Heriz and Isfahani rugs, kilims, and Pashmina shawls at an exhibition by Sami Meer, a third-generation Kashmiri carpet-maker

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Geetu Mohandas’ ‘Moothon’ will premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

The film, which opens the 21st edition of MAMI, will also premiere at TIFF

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Pakistan minister wants Priyanka Chopra removed as UN ambassador

The actor-singer is caught in a crossfire after her interaction with a Pakistani native at the Beautycon event in Los Angeles

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Jaipur-based Rashtriya Riders ride to remember the armed forces

Snow-bound Kargil, heat-seared Tanot, memorials in crowded metropolises, battlefields across India that have fallen off the map... The riders’ mission is to never let the Indian soldier be forgotten

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Nikki Galrani’s fashion statement

Actor curates Onam collection for fashion brand

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Nikki Galrani’s fashion statement

Actor curates Onam collection for fashion brand

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STR to produce, direct and star in new film ‘Maghaa Maanaadu’

News of the project comes on the back of the actor being dropped from Venkat Prabhu’s ‘Maanaadu’ last week

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A ride to remember

Members of Hyderabad Randonneurs gear up for the 1230 kilometre Paris-Brest-Paris cycling expedition

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A ride to remember

Members of Hyderabad Randonneurs gear up for the 1230 kilometre Paris-Brest-Paris cycling expedition

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Rajinikanth offers his prayers to Athi Varadar idol in Kancheepuram

'Darbar' actor also calls his contemporary Ajith to congratulate him on the success of ‘Nerkonda Paarvai’

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Make way for the Hungarian kurtos, or chimney cakes

The Hungarian kurtos, or chimney cakes, are here with decadent fillings like murgh malai, cinnamon sugar and texture of chocolate

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Where to get the best bread omelette in Chennai?

Sun Sandwich’s Kirubalishwari calls the green chutney her secret sauce — the reason why her omelettes and tandoori sandwiches are a hit in Nungambakkam

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Mika Singh banned from the Indian film industry

The singer performed at a high profile event in Karachi on August 8

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019

‘Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy’ aims big

The period drama starring Chiranjeevi will release nationwide on October 2 in five languages

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As the phantom lurks in fear

Shortlisted for The Hindu Playwright Award 2019, Deepika Arwind’s Phantasmagoria uses a bit of magical realism to see what would happen if women took the lead in discussing the lofty political issues of the day

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Don’t glorify use of drugs through songs or films, says Punjab government

Punjab plans law against artistes for encouraging the trend

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Subtitlist Rekhs says ‘2.0’ team has not paid her for Rajinikanth-Shankar film

The veteran and her team have worked on over 500 south Indian films in all regional languages

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Popular work is entertaining but does not stimulate, says artist Indrapramit Roy

While his contemporary art is showcased around the world, noted artist and printmaker Indrapramit Roy discusses his love for children’s book illustrations

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Five-star hotels must give explanations for overpriced bananas, eggs: Paswan

The Food and Consumer Affairs Minister said rules will be framed under the recently enacted Consumer Protection Act to crack down on such cases.

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Meet the Seltos, Creta’s cousin

The Seltos is Korean carmaker Kia’s first model for India and one that will rough it out in the mid-size SUV segment

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How to participate in a virtual run

This Independence Day, race minus the crowds, especially if what you enjoy most is a solo run

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How to participate in a virtual run

This Independence Day, race minus the crowds, especially if what you enjoy most is a solo run

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The making of Ramnagar

The spirit of the freedom fighters and the presence of a well-loved temple gives Ramnagar a distinct aura

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A look at some cool riders on screen

Evil Brixton Lore’s mean machine in ‘Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw’, playing at a theatre near you, inspires this list of mind-bending motorcycle scenes at the movies

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Have you visited Hyderabad’s model colony for ‘green living?’

Residents of Gautami Enclave, a colony in Kondapur, have been breathing life into the community through Project Neer for eight years now — rain-water harvesting, several compost pits and planting 5,000 burgeoning saplings around the area being just a few of its green initiatives

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Regina Cassandra: I know how good I am

Regina Cassandra who stars in the thriller Evaru, feels her potential is yet to be tapped

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A look at some cool riders on screen

Evil Brixton Lore’s mean machine in ‘Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw’, playing at a theatre near you, inspires this list of mind-bending motorcycle scenes at the movies

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Kerala flood: street vendor’s generosity wins hearts and accolades

Actors Mammootty, Jayasurya appreciate Mr. Noushad for offering his entire stock of clothes to victims.

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Voice of the Valley

Former Indian Idol finalist Aabha Hanjura, popular for her Kashmiri folk numbers, is ready to release her album

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Have you visited Hyderabad’s model colony for ‘green living?’

Residents of Gautami Enclave, a colony in Kondapur, have been breathing life into the community through Project Neer for eight years now — rain-water harvesting, several compost pits and planting 5,000 burgeoning saplings around the area being just a few of its green initiatives

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Katy Perry’s ‘Teenage Dream’ video co-star accuses her of sexual misconduct

In an Instagram post, Kloss said his experience of working on the video was one of the most “assaulting, and belittling jobs” he’d ever done

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There’s a science behind styling people in films, says Radhika Apte

Before she walked for GENES Lecoanet Hemant on Friday, actor Radhika Apte talked about her sense of fashion (or the lack thereof)

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It’s a response to the political situation around me: Ajay Krishnan on his play 'Gajram the Great'

Ajay Krishnan got a The Hindu Playwright Award nomination for the play

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There’s a science behind styling people in films, says Radhika Apte

Before she walked for GENES Lecoanet Hemant on Friday, actor Radhika Apte talked about her sense of fashion (or the lack thereof)

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Karthik Subbaraj announces film with Keerthy Suresh

The National Award-winning actor’s next is said to be a thriller set in Kodaikanal

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‘Ennai Noki Paayum Thotta’ to release on September 6

Director Gautham Menon confirms that the Dhanush film will finally see the light of day

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‘Making ‘Moothon’ was emotionally and physically exhausting,’ says director Geetu Mohandas

The Nivin Pauly-starrer is scheduled to open the 21st edition of the Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI)

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Monday, August 12, 2019

Something like style

Before she walked for GENES Lecoanet Hemant on Friday, actor Radhika Apte talked about her sense of fashion (or the lack thereof)

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Actor Nithya Menen refutes allegations of insensitivity over Kerala floods

She says she doesn't believe in posting something saddening and then just moving on

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Did you try the #100DaysOfRunning challenge?

How #100DaysOfRunning turned into a time to dwell on life’s great truths and little joys alike

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Did you try the #100DaysOfRunning challenge?

How #100DaysOfRunning turned into a time to dwell on life’s great truths and little joys alike

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Home with a sibling

These seniors live together, in a bond that’s usually the longest through life

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Setting up a home with a sibling

These seniors live together, in a bond that’s usually the longest through life

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Puri Jagannadh to direct Vijay Deverakonda

The two will be teaming up for the first time

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Sampoornesh Babu is burning bright

Meme king Sampoornesh Babu is having the last laugh as the audience queue up for his latest Kobbari Matta

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Ram Charan praises Sharwanand for ‘Ranarangam’

The actor unveiled a special ‘sound cut trailer’ raises curiosity about Sharwanand’s Ranarangam

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Photographer Karthik Srinivasan on his love for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s movies

Karthik Srinivasan discusses growing up with diehard Arnold Schwarzenegger fans in rural Tamil Nadu

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I’m growing with each film, says ‘Ranarangam’ actor Kalyani Priyadarshan

Three films old in Telugu industry, Kalyani Priyadarshan is gaining confidence by the day

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National Film Awards: Regina’s make-up in ‘Awe’ took 12 hours

Director Prasanth Varma and make-up artiste Ranjith look back at ‘Awe’, which won the National Film Awards for make-up and visual effects

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Vijay Sethupathi opposes Article 370 abrogation in Kashmir

‘Super Deluxe’ actor also confirms that he will be working with Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan soon

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"Priyanka Chopra gaslit me and made me the bad guy,” says Pakistani woman who ‘yelled’ at the actor

Ayesha Malik had first questioned Priyanka Chopra for her ‘Jai Hind’ tweet at the Beautycon event in Los Angeles

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Versace apologises after T-shirts sold in China sparks outrage

An image on one of the luxury brand’s T-shirts implied that Hong Kong and Macau were independent territories

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I’m happy with the response for ‘Adai’, says Ramya Subramanian

VJ-turned-actor Ramya Subramanian talks about her late transition into mainstream cinema, and her foray into writing

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Sunday, August 11, 2019

What is Keto rash?

This skin inflammation is likely to pop up when one has newly shifted to Keto diet.

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What are you running from?

The reasons for running are many. Here are a few

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Strong body, youthful mind

On International Youth Day, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju says he likes to inspire people through his disciplined, fit lifestyle

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What is Keto rash?

This skin inflammation is likely to pop up when one has newly shifted to Keto diet.

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What are you running from?

The reasons for running are many. Here are a few

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How one woman single-handedly runs a school and a women’s collective in West Bengal

This embroidery provides employment to thousands of women in Katna, a hamlet in Murshidabad

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Strong body, youthful mind

On International Youth Day, Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Kiren Rijiju says he likes to inspire people through his disciplined, fit lifestyle

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Priyanka Chopra: Lack of opportunities pitted women against each other

As an artiste, Priyanka Chopra says she is often quizzed whether she got along with her female co-stars and the actor believes the lack of opportunit

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The sustainability bond

This Rakshabandhan, make the same commitment you would to a sibling to Mother Earth

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‘Bring the Soul: The Movie’ review: behind the scenes with BTS

A sanitised concert movie, which is engaging nonetheless

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‘Kolaiyuthir Kaalam’ review: Nayanthara struggles to stay relevant in a patchy thriller

An uninteresting-ly put together mess that can be seen as a companion piece to Ekta Kapoor's Naaginseries

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Saturday, August 10, 2019

Anurag Kashyap deletes Twitter account, says parents and daughter were getting threats

The director, who has been one of the most vocal Bollywood celebrities on social media, said if he is not free to speak his mind on the platform he would rather leave it.

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Rahman sets feet tapping with a mix of old and new songs at concert

'Singapenney' from Vijay’s upcoming 'Bigil' performed to loud cheers

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Man vs Wild: PM Modi’s comfort-level in jungle was surprising, says Bear Grylls

The episode will premiere simultaneously on 12 Discovery channels in India on August 12 at 9:00 p.m.

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Sandalwood soars on a winning streak

Kannada cinema ushers in the festival season 13 National Film Awards

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The apples and oranges syndrome

Difference is not hierarchy and comparison is not good

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Notes from Leh

The road to Ladakh had ended, and I stood in the middle of the little town that I had struggled to reach for five days

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The chulha by the backdoor

This was where all the taboo foods were cooked — chicken, eggs and field crabs

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Saaho trailer promises an action extravaganza

After S.S. Rajamouli's Baahubali series, Saaho is the most ambitious project from Telugu cinema and the makers hope to reach the pan-Indian audience through it.

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#BoycottComali and Rajinkanth fans: Why so serious?

With the makers of Jayam Ravi-starrer ‘Comali’ wilting to peer pressure and opting to remove a sequence that pokes fun at actor Rajinikanth, Tamil film industry stakeholders wonder if such incidents could become the new normal...

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Moving people with music

Led Zeppelin, Aretha Franklin and Queen at a concert presented by Toccata Musical Productions

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The Museum of Art and Photography in Bengaluru is opening a photography conservation centre

It will specialise in the restoration of photography but will also work on conserving paintings, sculptures,textiles etc.

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Mammootty apologises to National Awards jury for ‘hate mail’

Jury chairman Rahul Rawail posted that the Malayalam superstar’s fans have not taken the award snub for ‘Peranbu’ lightly

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Pitch perfect: the voice behind your favourite Kollywood stars

Voice artiste Anuraatha Rajkrishna on how the thankless profession she is a part of helps elevate a film’s emotional quotient

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Sumukhi Suresh’s one-hour special show: ‘Don’t Tell Amma’...

Indulge in an hour-long laughter show with Sumukhi Suresh

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Mahanati: Design journey through decades, on celluloid

Designers Gaurang Shah and Archana Rao are overwhelmed with ‘Mahanati’ winning the National Film Award for Best Costume Design

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How ‘The Fluid Sari’ melds draping and art in one concise and interactive guide

It may not be National Handloom Day anymore but this zine by Nikaytaa of The Indian Draping Co invites you to colour your wildest draping dreams and to celebrate the best of the six-yard-garment

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‘Ambili’ review: This Soubin Shahir feel-good outing celebrates the misfits

Director Johnpaul George infuses this Malayalam film with a lot of heart and poignancy, helped by some terrific lead performances from its cast

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‘Kurukshetra’ review: Rare mythological 3D treat, but lacks originality

The most expensive Kannada film of all time deserves to be watched on the big screen, despite its flaws

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‘Kobbari Matta’ review: A good, time pass entertainer

Burning Star Sampoornesh Babu guarantees big laughs in his three avatars

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Waves and poetry with Ditty

Back in Delhi soon after the release of her debut album, singer-singwriter Ditty talks about poetry creating an experience through her album

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The shape shifters

Adivi Sesh says the unpredictability of the story in Evaru drew him to do the film

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‘Dora and the Lost City of Gold’ review: Fun, family adventure

With thrills, humour and life lessons, it is happy times at the movies

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Deserving honour for Keerthy Suresh

“She could be the most natural of artistes and when required, she could be dramatic,” said Priyadarshan, the director, about Keerthy.

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Friday, August 9, 2019

Poorna, the youngest girl in the world to scale Mount Everest, shares her story

Poorna Malavath was in the Visakhapatnam to launch her biography

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Sonakshi Sinha’s asli style

The Khandaani Shafakhana actor and MyGlamm’s newest beauty ambassador details her fashion evolution

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Looking for Colombo’s dandelions with Jatin Kampani

As part of Colombo Fashion Week, the fashion photographer’s monochrome exhibit ‘Dandelions of Colombo’ pays ode to the resilient spirit of the Sri Lankan capital

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Where shutters speak: on Pune’s collaborative street art project, A Fresh Coat

Two youngsters and a collaborative street art project, A Fresh Coat, are bringing new life to Pune’s old market area

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Thankamma’s oil paintings

MG Thankamma took to art at a conventionally advanced age, and started painting at 75 years old

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Do you follow a gluten free or a vegan diet? Check out these bakeries in Visakhapatnam

For those looking for niche foods, here are some places where vegan and gluten-free fare can be had

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A 1,000 SPLENDID SUNS

In an aim to embrace renewable energy, will one lakh families go off the power grid on October 2 ? Chetan Singh Solanki is working towards his Gandhian mission

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Discovering wines in Abruzzo

They are among the least known of Italian wines, but it won’t be long before the Cerasuolo and Pecorino get the attention they deserve

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Not giving up on Turahalli

Why the reserve forest is significant to Bengaluru’s six-decade-old climbing community

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Wok Republic is the new addition to pan-Asian restaurants in Visakhapatnam

The newly opened Wok Republic restaurant is a riot of of flavours, colours and cuisines

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National Film Awards 2019: Here is the full list of awardees

The 66th National Film awards were announced by the head of the Jury for feature films, on Friday.Awards given in 31 categories in feature film catego

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Anuja Chauhan: Ready for Bollywood

The film adaptation of The Zoya Factor releases next month, two other books of hers have been picked up by heavyweights (Anil Kapoor and YRF, if you must know), and there’s a Hotstar series coming up

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A little bit of the northeast in Kolkata

Shillong Point on Ballygunge Station Road is a tiny, three-table gem

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Sony Music makes its foray into desi hip hop with Awaaz

Reactions to ‘Borof’, Awaaz’s first track, were extreme, but Sony Music India says it has a game plan

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Taken for a ride: on India’s gender-blind transport system

Over 84% of trips by women are by public, intermediate public and non-motorised modes of transport, says Nidhi Adlakha

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Play with neutral shades

How to take cues from the nude look for your home’s design. Teja Lele Desai

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AR Rahman on working with Vijay in Bigil, the #MeToo movement and his upcoming concert in Chennai

Who is ARR's real-life Singappenney? Watch the full interview to find out more!

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A photo of a child in Kashmir eating in a bunker may have been a trigger for Ashish Pandey’s film ‘Nooreh’

There is a moving sense of hope and a rare, bitter-sweet ‘solution’ at the heart of it — an eight-year-old Noor’s observation that the gun battles stop when she doesn’t sleep a wink at night.

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‘Anders als die Andern’, the first pro-gay film in history, was released in Germany 100 years ago

Co-written by a queer Jewish sexologist, the film was both popular and controversial

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Padmavathi’s motifs

Hobbyists Padmavathi Nayar took to art at a conventionally advanced age

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Women sea divers in Rameswaram and their quest to collect agar-agar used in desserts

Did you know where the agar-agar in your favourite dessert comes from? The answer lies in Rameswaram, where we join women divers on their quest for seaweed

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‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ review: Guillermo Del Toro delivers early Halloween fest

Instead of becoming the stuff of your worst and most abiding nightmares, the movie only makes you momentarily recoil at the gruesome and the hideous

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Music as medicine

World-renowned therapists will be holding a workshop on how to use music for aiding the healing process, especially for children in hospitals

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Thursday, August 8, 2019

T.K. Murthy looks back at a rhythm-filled life

Nothing, not even age, can come between T.K. Murthy and his passion for the mridangam. From stalwarts to youngsters, he has accompanied generations of musicians. The vidwan turns 95 on August 13, 2019

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An interesting repertoire

He impressed with his choice of pieces and choreographic touches

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SGN’s rich legacy in full display

The anniversary show spoke volumes of Guru Ranganayaki Jayaraman’s imagination and her disciples’ enterprise

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Kamlesh Mota is eveready for any role

Kamlesh Mota, who has been staging plays since he was in school, is a prolific producer, director and actor

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‘Nerkonda Paarvai’ horror: Ajith fan tries to set himself ablaze for not getting tickets

The incident was reported by Kollywood actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj on Twitter

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Why a mentor is a must

Mentors shape destinies, selflessly devoting themselves towards pushing their mentees towards the right path

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Conveying the essence of Jaipur-Atrauli gharana

Raghunandan Panshikar lent creative touches to the features of his gharana

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Thodi in all its grandeur

Endowed with a rich voice and groomed by stalwarts such as P.S. Narayanaswami and Sowmya, Bharat Sundar’s tender sensibilities equalled by his patant

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Song, dance and adrenaline rush at J-LO’s birthday concert

Singer Jennifer Lopez was the cynosure of all eyes as she celebrated her 50th birthday with a high-voltage show ‘It’s My Party’ in Chicago

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TM Krishna — Rich raga contours with melodic appeal

The Cotton City’s Udalveli Arts Foundation aims to take music and other fine arts, including theatre, to children studying in Government Schools in

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Indoor plants that purify air are in demand

Indoor plants are in demand this season, for a variety of reasons

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Why the box-office performance of ‘Nerkonda Paarvai’ is crucial for Ajith and Tamil cinema

Everyone is eagerly looking forward to Ajith Kumar-starrer Nerkonda Paarvai, the courtroom drama directed by H Vinoth and produced by Boney Kapoor. Th

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A sneak-peak into Thiruvananthapuram’s own snack: the humble karavada

Ask old-timers from the capital city and they tell you how the spicy dal fritters used to be ubiquitous before other fried savouries commandeered snack trays in tea stalls

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Now, plan a vacation where the destination is a surprise!

Travel companies are increasingly offering personalised trips where the destination remains a secret until the journey begins

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Jai Mahishmati! Why this clip from ‘Baahubali 2’ is suddenly creating waves online

Even 'Doctor Strange' director Scott Derrickson couldn’t resist himself from tweeting about it

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‘Koodiyattam is a full-time vocation’

Koodiyattam exponent Margi Madhu, director of Nepathya, on the need to preserve the intrinsic richness and legacy of this traditional theatre form

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Vijay Sethupathy, Shah Rukh Khan dazzle at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne

Films and the actors in ‘Super Deluxe’, ‘Andhadhun’ and ‘Gully Boy’ among others nominated for honours

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When the gods clashed

Ammannur Rajaneesh Chakyar stood tall as Parasurama in a recital of Parasuramavijayam Koodiyattam in the capital city

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge to come out with ‘Fleabag’ book

Phoebe Waller-Bridge is bringing back British comedy-drama television series “Fleabag” as a book.Random House on August 7 announced its Ballantine imp

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Impressive repertoire

Ramakrishnan Murthy presented a well-crafted concert in Thrissur

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My favourite movies

Amiya KH, an engineer from Kaipamangalam, Thrissur, writes in her top five movies

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Rahul Ravindran’s big leap

From being starstruck to developing an easy working rapport with Nagarjuna, director Rahul Ravindran holds forth on ‘Manmadhudu 2’

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China to boycott cinema awards in Taiwan

Mainland films, actors and filmmakers have been banned from participating in the ceremony

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MTV’s Hustle aims to foster aspiring Indian rappers

The progression of rap in India is comparable to its evolution in the United States — its birthplace. The genre began in New York in the early 70s whe

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New kid on the block Mathew Thomas is relishing the sweet success of ‘Thanneermathan Dinangal'

The young Ernakulam-based actor, who made his début in ‘Kumbalangi Nights’, delivers an endearing performance in the movie

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When water costs more than the meal

Water sommelier Ganesh Iyer explains why the most abundant liquid on the planet can also be a bottled luxury

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Judgement day for ‘Nerkonda Paarvai’

Why the box-office performance of the film is crucial for both Ajith Kumar and Tamil cinema

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Naganna’s epic struggle with Kurukshetra

The director recounts his long journey with the making of Kurukshetra

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10 most fuel efficient diesel cars in India

A diesel car is still a hard to resist proposition thanks to effortless drivability due to low-end torque, good resale values and relatively better fuel efficiency.

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From the other side of the camera

Actor Surabhi Lakshmi’s debut directorial venture, ‘Kaumaram’ was released recently

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Disney looking to reboot ‘Home Alone’, ‘Night at the Museum’ films for Disney+

The upcoming streaming service will have individual web series on these revived franchises

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Aaromale is Hyderabad’s newest cultural space

Replete with old world charm, this multi-functional space is named after A R Rahman’s song ‘Aaromale’

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Suhana Khan to make her debut with a English project

Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter will be seen in ‘The Grey Part of Blue’

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The Champion sound

This UK-based DJ is looking forward to starting a brand new set in the city

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Why Aquaponics is the future

Aquaponics brings together two agricultural practices to create a sustainable one

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Kiara Advani in talks for ‘Thalapathy 64’ opposite Vijay

The movie is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and will be Vijay’s next film after ‘Bigil’

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Why La Roca, with a typical formula, disappoints

La Roca is a bar first and a restaurant second, so don’t go in the hope of a world-class meal

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Nagarjuna: Working with new people made me a star

Akkineni Nagarjuna, who will turn 60 later this month, talks about his ‘Manmadhudu 2’ and why he prefers to work with young directors

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Coursing through happiness

Of what use is a convertible sedan in India? That seems to be the wrong question to ask

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National film awards to be announced soon

The awards were postponed this year due to the Lok Sabha election

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All powered up

The EQC looks quite similar to the Mercedes GLC, because it is based on the mid-sized SUV

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Veteran film director and Hrithik Roshan’s grandfather J. Om Prakash passes away

He is best known for his collaboration with Rajesh Khanna and Jeetendra

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From ‘Kumbalangi Nights’ to ‘Helen’: Anna’s on a roll

She’s the darling of the Malayalam film industry — what makes Anna Ben tick?

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Amala Paul trolled for post on Article 370 abolition

The ‘Aadai’ actor praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and shared a picture of a turban-clad India

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'Manto… Ismat Haazir Hain' preview: A toast to two literary mavericks

Naseeruddin Shah-directed Manto… Ismat Haazir Hain celebrates the works of Saadat Hasan Manto and Ismat Chughtai

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Papaya in your soap

So’ganic makes skin care with natural ingredients

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

‘Otherhood’ movie review: When Mother’s Day meets Sex and the City

A harmless, insipid comedy that plods along with no surprises along the way

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Ajith in ‘Nerkonda Paarvai’ to Vijay in ‘Thalapathy 64’: Why stars eye young filmmakers?

With Nerkonda Paarvai hitting screens on Thursday, is it safe to assume that Tamil cinema stars are now open to the idea of working with relatively new directors?

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Inside the preliminary round of ‘The Hindu Cookery King-2019’ event

Camaraderie won over competition at this friendly culinary cook-off

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Kiran Abbavaram’s short cut to fame

After a successful stint in short films, Kiran Abbavaram’s debut in a feature film is reflection of hard work and patience

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Dance, drama and relationships

A family drama that can make you laugh and cry, Dance Like a Man’s appeal lies in its universal themes of humanity, says director Lillette Dubey

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Willy Schwarz on his work and long-standing relationship with India

From working with the likes of Pandit Ravi Shankar to recently composing for the 1925 silent film Prem Sanyas, musician Willy Schwarz has had a 50-year-long career in music

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