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Kiran Rao speaks about ‘Laapataa Ladies’ tackling themes of identity, empowerment at London School of Economics
Filmmaker Kiran Rao, whose ‘Laapataa Ladies’ (Lost Ladies), has been submitted as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2025, recently attended a fireside chat at London School of Economics (LSE).
Kiran engaged in an insightful conversation with Professor Shakuntala Banaji, Professor of Media, Culture and Social Change, and Sanam Arora, Founder and Chairperson of the National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK (NISAU). Kiran shared her thoughts on pushing the boundaries of storytelling in Indian cinema.
During the session, the filmmaker spoke about ‘Laapataa Ladies’ (Lost Ladies) tackling themes of identity, empowerment, and sisterhood through a satirical and humorous lens. The discussion resonated deeply with students, offering a rare glimpse into Kiran’s creative process and her vision for impactful filmmaking.
Speaking about her participation at the event, Kiran Rao said in a statement, “I am truly pleased to have had the opportunity to meet and interact with students at the London School of Economics and from universities throughout the UK through NISAU. Their enthusiasm and curiosity were inspiring. The discussion reaffirmed my belief in the transformative power of storytelling to connect communities and spark change”.
Kiran Rao has been in London this week alongside Jyoti Deshpande, Head of Jio Studios, to attend Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) screenings and promotions. The film, which has just been released in Japan, continues to garner rave reviews from both critics and viewers.
Presented by Jio Studios, Laapataa Ladies (Lost Ladies) is directed by Kiran Rao and produced by Aamir Khan and Jyoti Deshpande. Made under the banner of Aamir Khan Productions and Kindling Productions, the script is based on an award-winning story by Biplab Goswami. The screenplay and dialogue are written by Sneha Desai, while the additional dialogues have been jotted down by Divyanidhi Sharma.
Paternal intake of diabetes drug not linked to birth defects in babies
New Delhi, Oct 17 (IANS) Men with type 2 diabetes planning pregnancy can be reassured that taking the drug metformin may not increase the risk of birth defects in their baby, according to a large study on Thursday.
The findings, based on more than 3 million pregnancies and published by The BMJ, showed that metformin can continue to be considered a suitable drug for managing blood sugar levels in men planning to have children.
While metformin is widely used to treat type 2 diabetes in men of reproductive age, a recent Danish study reported a link between metformin use by fathers-to-be and an increased risk of congenital malformations, particularly genital, in male infants.
To understand, researchers from Taiwan and Norway set out to evaluate the link between the two.
They used national birth registries and prescription databases and identified 619,389 babies with paternal data during the period of sperm development (three months before pregnancy) in Norway during 2010-21, and 2,563,812 in Taiwan during 2004-18.
Among these, fathers of 2,075 (0.3 per cent) babies in Norway and 15,276 (0.6 per cent) babies in Taiwan used metformin during the sperm development period.
Looking at only men with type 2 diabetes, and adjusting the father’s age and related conditions, the team found no increased risk of any congenital malformations among infants born to those who used metformin during the sperm development period in neither Norway nor Taiwan.
And no notable increases in risk were also found for any specific organ malformations, including genital malformations.
“These results provide reassurance and can assist clinicians in making informed treatment decisions when selecting metformin in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus among men who are planning a family,” said the team from National Taiwan University, and the University of Oslo.
However, the team noted that the findings “are observational, so can’t establish a cause”. They also acknowledged limitations such as inaccuracy in diagnostic data and misclassification of drug use.
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Khushi Kapoor’s dazzling saree is ideal choice for Diwali celebration
This time, the young actress shared a series of photos wearing an exquisite saree, captivating her fans and fashion enthusiasts alike. It goes without saying that Khushi’s stunning saree is a perfect choice for a Diwali celebration, perfectly blending traditional elegance with modern flair. On Friday, the ‘Archies’ actress posted a series of her gorgeous photos, showcasing her impeccable sense of style.
In the pictures, Kapoor is seen wearing a shimmery light green coloured saree with a sleeveless blouse, which featured subtle sequins that caught the light perfectly, enhancing the overall look. She kept her accessories minimal, with just a pair of statement earrings and neckpiece, allowing the saree to remain the focal point.
Khushi opted for a natural makeup look, highlighting her flawless skin with a dewy finish, soft kohl-rimmed eyes, and a nude lip colour. Her hair was styled in loose waves, cascading down her shoulders, adding a modern twist to her traditional outfit. Khushi’s style has always been a blend of contemporary and classic, and this ensemble was no exception. Within minutes of posting the photos, Khushi’s post was flooded with likes and comments from her fans and fellow celebrities. Many praised the young actress for her impeccable style.
Producer Rhea Kapoor dropped heart emojis. Her outfit serves as an inspiration for those looking to make a statement this Diwali. With its sparkling details, Khushi’s saree is sure to turn heads and leave a lasting impression at any Diwali bash. On the work front, Khushi Kapoor made her acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ alongside Agastya Nanda and Suhana Khan. The film was released on Netflix last year.
POTTEL Official Trailer | Yuva Chandra | Ananya Nagalla | Sahit Mothkhuri |Mythri Movie Distributors
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Gunmen crossing from Jordan wound two Israelis near Dead Sea
Jerusalem, Oct 18 (IANS) Two Israelis were wounded south of the Dead Sea by two or three gunmen who crossed the border from Jordan on Friday.
According to the report, one injured was in moderate condition, while the other was slightly wounded.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the gunmen opened fire on Israeli forces who were dispatched to the scene, Xinhua news agency reported quoting Israel’s state-owned Kan TV news.
Two gunmen were shot dead by Israeli forces, and an extensive search had been launched for a possible third who allegedly fled the scene, the IDF added.
According to Israel’s Channel 12 TV news, the gunmen probably wore Jordanian soldiers’ uniforms to disguise themselves, in an attempt to enter the village of Neot HaKikar near the border.
The Dead Sea is a landlocked salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east, the Israeli-occupied West Bank to the west and Israel to the southwest.
Nigeria rolls out new malaria vaccine
Abuja, Oct 18 (IANS) In a historic step in the fight against the deadly disease that has killed thousands of children under the age of five in Africa’s most populous nation, Nigeria has rolled out a new malaria vaccine that will be given free of cost.
Nigerian Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, on Thursday said that 846,200 doses of the vaccine have been procured in partnership with global vaccine group Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
Some 153,800 more doses are expected for delivery before the end of this month, totalling 1 million doses of the vaccine, he added.
The new R21 vaccine was developed by scientists at Oxford University and made by the Serum Institute of India and Novavax, Xinhua news agency reported.
Pate said ahead of the national rollout, the first phase of the vaccine’s rollout will begin next month in Kebbi and Bayelsa, where malaria prevalence has been particularly high. It will be administered as part of the West African country’s routine immunisation schedule for children under one year of age, with over 800,000 doses set to be distributed during this phase.
“The arrival of the malaria vaccine is a monumental step in our national efforts to reduce malaria morbidity and mortality,” the health minister told reporters.
Nigeria is the third African country to roll out the vaccine following its launch in Ghana and Kenya last year. According to data from UNICEF, Nigeria carries the highest burden of malaria globally, accounting for approximately 27 per cent of the global malaria burden and 31 per cent of global malaria deaths.
Nearly 200,000 deaths from malaria occurred in Nigeria last year, the UNICEF said, citing the 2023 World Malaria Report. Children under five and pregnant women are the most affected, with a national malaria prevalence rate of 22 per cent in children aged 6-59 months as of 2021.
Vikram Bhatt shares how Mahesh Bhatt brought ‘Tu Meri Poori Kahani’ into existence
On Friday, Vikram took to his Instagram, and shared a video capturing the BTS moments from his upcoming movie ‘Tu Meri Poori Kahani’.He shared how the senior filmmaker never found the need to claim the title of the superhit musical ‘Aashiqui’ when he set out to make the film. And, how he helped him bring ‘Tu Meri Poori Kahani’ to life.
‘Aashiqui’, which was released in 1990, was a humongous hit with all its songs turning out to be chartbusters with both its lead actors Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal turning into overnight stars. The film even inspired a second part ‘Aashiqui 2’ which starred Alia Bhatt and Aditya Roy Kapur as leads.
Vikram also penned a long note in the caption praising Mahesh Bhatt. He wrote, “It’s ironic that parties should fight over the title Aashiqui when my boss (Mahesh Bhatt) made the film and did not even find the need to stake claim. Then I said to him, like the dialogue from the film ‘Deewar’, ‘Mere pass Bhatt sahab hain’. Don’t need any title when I have the one who creatively engineered it. Let’s do it again”.
He further mentioned, “A new boy – new girl love story with great music!” Boss thought a while and then said, ‘I have a story. Suhrita will direct it’. ‘Tu Meri Poori Kahani’ was born. Then came @ajay_murdia and he understood our dream and made it a reality! Here is the man Mahesh Bhatt and his rage, kicking ass like no one else does (sic)”.
Vikram Bhatt is known as the specialist of the horror genre, and the music of his films connects with the audience at large.
Cambodia makes $394 million from rubber exports in Jan-Sep
Phnom Penh, Oct 18 (IANS) Cambodia earned $394 million in revenue from exports of natural rubber latex in the first nine months of 2024, up 18 per cent from 332.6 million dollars over the same period last year, official data showed on Friday.
The kingdom exported 248,535 tonnes of the commodity during the January-September period this year, up 2.4 per cent from 242,654 tonnes over the same period last year, according to a report by the General Directorate of Rubber.
“A tonne of rubber latex averagely cost $1,586 during the first nine months of 2024, about 215 dollars higher than that of the same period last year,” Khun Kakada, acting director general of the government office, said in the report.
The Southeast Asian country exports natural rubber products mainly to Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore and China.
According to the report, Cambodia has so far planted rubber trees in a total area of 407,172 hectares, and 78.6 per cent have grown old enough to be tapped.
Tamanna Bhatia visits Kamakhya Temple amid ED probe
Actress Tamanna Bhatia, who is under Enforcement Directorate (ED) scanner in connection with the probe into a money laundering case linked to the ‘HPZ Token’ mobile app, visited Kamakhya Temple here on Friday and took blessings.Cladded in a white Kurta Salwar, the actress was seen visiting the temple atop Nilachal Hills in the city with her mother and father.
She was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials in Guwahati on Thursday for long hours. Bhatia stayed in a luxurious hotel in the city with her family and according to sources, she might be called for another round of questioning by the central agency.Several investors were allegedly duped on the pretext of mining Bitcoins and some other cryptocurrencies in the ‘HPZ Token’ mobile app.
The statement of the 34-year-old actress was recorded at its zonal office here in accordance with the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).According to sources, there were no “incriminating” accusations against Bhatia who allegedly took money for making a “celebrity appearance” at an app company event.
She was also called earlier but she chose to show up on Thursday instead of responding to the summons because of “job obligations”.Tamanna Bhatia arrived at the ED office in Guwahati at around 1.30 p.m. on Thursday, accompanied by her mother and father.The charge sheet submitted by the ED in connection with the matter in March named 299 entities as accused, including 76 Chinese-controlled firms with 10 Chinese-origin directors and two entities controlled by other “foreign persons”.
The money laundering case is the result of a formal complaint filed by Kohima Police’s cybercrime unit, which charged several individuals with defrauding “gullible” investors by promising them enormous profits from mining Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.According to the police, the accused “cheated” the investors using the ‘HPZ Token’ mobile application.
Reportedly, different “shell entities” with “dummy” directors created bank accounts and merchant IDs in order to “layer” the proceeds of criminal activity.It has been alleged that funds were “fraudulently” obtained for investment in Bitcoin mining as well as unlawful online gambling and betting.
The ED conducted a nationwide search operation in this case, leading to the seizure of immovable assets and deposits worth Rs 455 crore.Born in December 1989, Tamanna Bhatia is mainly known for her work in Telugu, Tamil and Hindi cinemas.
Akkineni Akhil’s Career Revival: A New Beginning with Murali Kishore
Following the disappointing reception of his film Agent, Akkineni Akhil’s career has faced a significant setback, leaving fans and industry insiders speculating about his next move. Despite various rumors and discussions, no official announcement regarding his upcoming projects has been made. Even on social media, Akhil has maintained a relatively low profile, offering little insight into his future endeavors.
Initial plans for a new film under the banner of UV Creations with a fresh director were considered, but these discussions ultimately did not yield a concrete decision. However, recent developments suggest that Akhil has given his nod to young director Murali Kishore, known for his work on the successful film Vinaro Bhagyamu Vishnu Katha with Kiran Abbavaram. This collaboration could potentially mark a turning point for Akhil’s career, providing him with the opportunity to reestablish himself in the industry.
A pivotal role in this decision is believed to have been played by Akhil’s father, the veteran actor Nagarjuna. According to reports, Nagarjuna has been instrumental in guiding his son’s career path and has given his approval for the project with Murali Kishore. The film is set to be a period drama with a historical backdrop in Tirupati, promising a visually captivating and engaging narrative.
To ensure that the project meets the highest standards of production quality, Nagarjuna has personally taken charge of overseeing the budget and execution. The film is expected to be produced under the Annapurna Studios banner, with an official announcement anticipated in the near future. While Akhil could have easily attracted established directors, Nagarjuna’s decision to support a younger talent showcases his commitment to nurturing new voices in the industry.
Akhil’s career revival hinges on the success of this project. He must put in significant effort to deliver a compelling performance and connect with audiences. The director, Murali Kishore, also faces immense pressure to deliver a film that can revitalize Akhil’s career and showcase his own talent. The stakes are high, and all eyes are on this collaboration, which could prove to be a defining moment for both Akhil and Murali Kishore.
Katrina Kaif shows her ‘Dil Gulabi’ side
In her latest post, the actress showcased her fashion sense in a chic floral outfit, complemented by delicate accessories that added a touch of glamour. The photos, featuring Katrina in various poses, highlighted her beauty and poise, leaving her followers in awe. On Friday, the ‘Tiger 3’ actress shared her gorgeous snaps, captioning them, “Dil Gulabi.” In the first photo, Katrina is seen looking at the camera while posing; In the next, she looks away from the camera. The actress wore a stylish draped cream-coloured dress adorned with floral patterns. She opted for a natural makeup look that accentuated her flawless skin with a radiant, dewy finish and a nude lip colour. Her hair was styled in loose waves, gently cascading over her shoulders.
Katrina’s post quickly garnered attention, receiving love from her fans and followers. One fan commented, “The prettiest one on the planet.” Another wrote, “She is aging like fine wine.” The actress had previously shared stunning photos of herself in a saree on the occasion of Navratri. Speaking of Kaif’s work front, she has carved a successful niche for herself in Hindi cinema. She is widely recognized for her roles in films such as ‘Raajneeti’, ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’, ‘Ek Tha Tiger’, ‘Bang Bang’, ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, ‘Sooryavanshi’, and ‘Tiger 3.’
Katrina Kaif was most recently seen in the 2023 film ‘Merry Christmas’, where she took on the intriguing role of Maria in the mystery thriller directed by Sriram Raghavan. The film also starred Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role. Next, Katrina will appear in Farhan Akhtar’s directorial ‘Jee Le Zaraa’, alongside Priyanka Chopra and Alia Bhatt. However, the film has reportedly been delayed due to scheduling issues.
Suriya44: Not Gangster Film But Love Story
Versatile filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj has clarified the speculation surrounding his highly anticipated project with Tamil superstar Suriya, tentatively titled Suriya 44. While fans had been buzzing with theories about Suriya playing an anti-hero or a gangster, Subbaraj has now put those rumors to rest.
Subbaraj shared, “If I do a movie, they decide it’s a gangster movie. But Suriya 44 is not. The film’s core is a love story, and when I got the opportunity to work with Suriya and Pooja Hegde, I was excited.”
Karthik emphasized that while the movie features significant action sequences, it centers around romance, steering away from the expected gangster theme.
The film’s mysterious teasers caused confusion, but with Subbaraj’s clarification, fans can now anticipate a fresh take on a love story from the talented filmmaker, featuring Suriya in a new light.
On the other hand, Suriya is currently waiting for the release of his next film titled Kanguva, directed by Siva.
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