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<keyword id="19981455" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ratan-Tata" source="keywords">Ratan Tata</keyword>’s death has sent waves of grief across the nation. The industrialist breathed his last on Wednesday (October 9) at a hospital in Mumbai and reactions have been pouring in on social media. From political leaders to <keyword id="20659120" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="business-tycoons" source="keywords">business tycoons</keyword> and Bollywood celebrities, a lot of prominent personalities have reacted to Ratan Tata's death. He might no longer be with us, but his presence can be felt in the <keyword id="19984918" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="legacy" source="keywords">legacy</keyword> that he has left behind. Singer and actor <keyword id="20085213" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Diljit-Dosanjh" source="keywords">Diljit Dosanjh</keyword>, who is in Europe for his Dil-Luminati World Tour, paid an emotional <keyword id="19933367" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="tribute" source="keywords">tribute</keyword> to Ratan Tata during his recent concert in Germany. He halted his performance to remember the legendary industrialist who passed away at the age of 86. In a heartfelt moment captured by fans, <keyword id="20984167" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="diljit" source="keywords">Diljit</keyword> took to the stage to share a few words about Tata, addressing the audience in Punjabi. The video, which quickly spread on social media, shows the singer expressing deep respect for the late businessman. “Ratan Tata has left us, and I feel it’s important to take a moment to honour him,” Diljit said. “He was a man who worked tirelessly, and whatever I’ve read or heard about him, he never spoke ill of anyone," he added. Diljit’s tribute highlighted Tata’s commitment to hard work, integrity, and kindness. He continued, “He lived his life with purpose, always doing good for others. If there’s one lesson we can all take from him, it’s to work hard, stay positive, and live our lives to the fullest, helping others along the way.” The singer also acknowledged Tata’s influence on many lives, saying, “This is how life should be. We can learn so much from the way he conducted himself.” Diljit later shared the tribute on his Instagram story, posting a video from a fan page with the message, “RIP Ratan Tata,” expressing his personal sorrow over the loss of such a towering figure. After completing his international shows, Diljit is set to return to India for the next leg of his tour, beginning in New Delhi on October 26. Meanwhile, in Mumbai, a Garba and Dandiya night also saw a tribute to Ratan Tata, as the crowd paused their celebrations to honour his memory. An X user, Fenil Kothari, shared a video of the event, where attendees lit up their phone flashlights while performers on stage sang songs in homage to the late industrialist. “One of the most memorable parts of the evening was paying tribute to Ratan Tata Sir, especially during Navratri. We hope his soul finds peace on this sacred occasion,” Kothari wrote. Another video from Goregaon’s NESCO compound showed hundreds of people observing a moment of silence, pausing their Garba dance to remember the icon. Tata, who was born on December 28, 1937, was known not just for his business acumen but also for his charitable work. His contributions to India’s growth and his dedication to improving the lives of others have left a lasting legacy. The public has been invited to pay their respects to the veteran industrialist at NCPA Lawns in Mumbai on Thursday, ahead of his final rites later in the day. Tata’s loss marks the end of an era for Indian industry, but his values and vision will continue to inspire generations.

'Never spoke ill of anyone, much to learn from him': Diljit Dosanjh halts Germany concert to pay tribute to Ratan Tata

Toronto (Ontario) [Canada], July 15 (ANI): Punjabi actor-singer <keyword id="20085213" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Diljit-Dosanjh" source="keywords">Diljit Dosanjh</keyword> is currently busy enthralling his fans with tours across the globe. Ahead of his performance at <keyword id="22413141" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rogers-Centre" source="keywords">Rogers Centre</keyword>, a stadium in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada, he welcomed a special visitor on stage: Prime Minister of Canada <keyword id="19898713" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Justin-Trudeau" source="keywords">Justin Trudeau</keyword>. His music has reached every corner, and even the Canadian PM couldn't miss meeting him before the performance. In the video, Diljit can be seen greeting PM Trudeau with folded hands. <div type="INSTAGRAMURL" thumbUrl="undefined" caption="Caption not available." user="undefined" cmsId="1721015206356"><url><![CDATA[https://www.instagram.com/p/C9agntIRZxc/]]></url><permalink><![CDATA[https://www.instagram.com/p/C9agntIRZxc/]]></permalink><payload><![CDATA[]]></payload></div> Sharing the video, the singer wrote, "Diversity is Canada's strength. Prime Minister @justinpjtrudeau came to check out history in the making: we sold out the Rogers Centre!" As soon as the video was shared, fans and industry friends chimed in the comment section. Singer Harshdeep Kaur wrote, " Legend." One of the users wrote, "@diljitdosanjh thank you for representing each one of us on this level." Impressed by Diljit Dosanjh's presence in the country, the Canadian PM took to X handle and shared pictures from his visit to the venue where the singer performed live. <div type="twitter" handle="JustinTrudeau" handlename="JustinTrudeau" favoritecount="0" retweetcount="0" id="1812570857299931577"></div> He captioned the post, which read, "Stopped by the Rogers Centre to wish @diljitdosanjh good luck before his show. Canada is a great country -- one where a guy from Punjab can make history and sell out stadiums. Diversity isn't just our strength. It's a super power." Meanwhile, on the film front, he was recently seen playing the lead role in Imtiaz Ali's 'Amar Singh Chamkila,' alongside Parineeti Chopra. He also played a pivotal role in 'Crew' starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon in lead roles. His recent track titled 'Bhairava Anthem' starring Prabhas from 'Kalki 2898 AD' created waves around the world. He is currently receiving praise for his recent release, 'Jatt and Juliet 3,' co-starring Neeru Bajwa is also a part of the film.

Diljit Dosanjh receives surprise visit from Justin Trudeau at Canada concert

The excitement for <keyword id="20055923" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bhool-Bhulaiyaa-3" source="keywords">Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3</keyword> is reaching new heights, thanks to the recent unveiling of a teaser for the film’s title track. This much-anticipated song features global music star <keyword id="21045234" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Pitbull" source="keywords">Pitbull</keyword>, often called Mr Worldwide, teaming up with the talented Punjabi artist <keyword id="20085213" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Diljit-Dosanjh" source="keywords">Diljit Dosanjh</keyword>. Hot on the heels of the film’s trailer release, this partnership aims to fuse Bollywood’s vibrant flair with international music trends. <keyword id="19897059" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Kartik-Aaryan" source="keywords">Kartik Aaryan</keyword> returns as Rooh Baba, showcasing his signature dance moves, which is now being associated with the franchise. Aaryan had first starred in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, stepping in the shoes of Akshay Kumar who headlined the 2007 release, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 1. The teaser of the new film was shared on Tuesday. "Rooh Baba goes Global with the Coolest Collab DILJIT x PITBULL N the OG NEERAJ Get Ready for the #SpookySlide," Aaryan wrote while posting the teaser on his Instagram account. <div type="image" title="kartik-aaryan" msid="114240778" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Kartik Aaryan&amp;#39;s Instagram post&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Composed by Tanishk Bagchi, known for his popular reimaginings, the title track also includes original compositions from Pritam, promising to uphold the musical heritage of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa series. This collaboration brings together a lively trio: Pitbull, Diljit Dosanjh, and Neeraj Shridhar, creating a blend of contemporary sounds with traditional Indian influences. Directed by <keyword id="20561165" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Anees-Bazmee" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Anees Bazmee" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Anees Bazmee">Anees Bazmee</keyword> and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 seeks to continue the legacy of its predecessors, mixing elements of horror with comedy. The film also features a stellar cast, including Madhuri Dixit, Vidya Balan, and Triptii Dimri, making it one of the most anticipated releases this Diwali. Scheduled to hit theatres on November 1, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to face stiff competition from Rohit Shetty’s <keyword id="20032943" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Singham-Again" source="keywords">Singham Again</keyword>. As the release date approaches, fans are eager to see the return of beloved characters Manjulika and Rooh Baba, and how their story unfolds on the big screen. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 1 got a thunderous response and is one of the most-loved films of its time, the second part got mixed reactions. Now as the third part releases soon, it will be interesting to see the response it gets.

Diljit Dosanjh collaborates with Pitbull for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 title song, teaser out now

<ul><li><keyword id="1071287" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="diljit-dosanjh" source="Orion">Diljit Dosanjh</keyword>, Punjabi mega-star and <keyword id="6385848" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="coca-cola-india" source="Orion">Coca-Cola India</keyword> brand ambassador, has unveiled the Company’s new campaign 'Coke Tables' in Punjab. </li><li>The campaign will go live on TV channels in Punjab and will also have a digital leg.</li></ul>Diljit Dosanjh, Punjabi mega-star and <keyword id="6391475" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="coca-cola" source="Orion">Coca-Cola</keyword> India brand ambassador, has unveiled the Company’s new campaign “Coke Tables” in Punjab. The campaign will go live on TV channels in Punjab and will also have a digital leg. “Coke Tables”, in line with the Company’s purpose of Refreshing the World and Making a Difference, aims to bring people together to share their meals with a Coca-Cola to create magical moments of togetherness. “Coke Tables” essentially implies that when one places food alongside a Coke– it turns into a ‘table’ - whether it’s a regular dining table, the hood of a car, or even a staircase next to the college canteen. A ‘Coke x Meals’ table is the place where we get together and savor both the food and each other - it is where all conversations happen, and all moments are shared. <div type="Youtube" id="mMazTkUnrIc" title="Woofer Ban Gaya #CokeTable" thumbUrl="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mMazTkUnrIc/mqdefault.jpg"></div> Commenting on the new campaign, Kaushik Prasad, Director Marketing- Coca-Cola said, Coke goes really well with food and as a brand, we strive to inspire human connections and togetherness and this campaign does just that – it is a call for people to come together and to share a Coke and a meal! At Coca-Cola, we truly believe anywhere you have food &amp; Coke is a chance to get together to create real magic. And we are ecstatic to have India’s most beloved pop-star Diljit Dosanjh kick-start this campaign in Punjab.” Punjabi mega-star and Coca-Cola India brand ambassador Diljit Dosanjh said, “Anyone who knows me, knows that the two greatest loves of my life are food &amp; Coca-Cola. My longstanding partnership with Coca-Cola is made all the more special as I unveil the brand’s new campaign in my hometown Punjab. It is a well-known fact that Punjabis have big appetites and even bigger hearts, and I am excited to see more “Coke Meal Tables” come up across the state.” Coca-Cola’s purpose of ‘Refreshing the World’ is made stronger by combining it with food, as it enhances the culinary experience of its new-age consumers. With this new campaign, Coca-Cola India aims to invite people to come together over a Coke and a meal and share magical moments together. The campaign, which has been initiated by the brand in Punjab, will be further extended to multiple other states in India this year.

Coca-Cola India unveils ‘Coke Tables’ campaign with Diljit Dosanjh in Punjab

A public interest litigation (<keyword id="19957723" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="PIL" source="keywords">PIL</keyword>) has been filed in the <keyword id="19905533" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Bombay-High-Court" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Bombay High Court" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Bombay High Court">Bombay High Court</keyword>, urging the establishment of stringent guidelines to curb <keyword id="21811854" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="black-marketing" source="keywords">black marketing</keyword> and <keyword id="23311384" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ticket-scalping" source="keywords">ticket scalping</keyword> for major events. The PIL comes in the wake of widespread concerns over alleged irregularities during the online sale of tickets for the British band Coldplay’s upcoming concert in Navi Mumbai, scheduled for January 2025. Filed by advocate Amit Vyas, the PIL highlights the growing menace of ticket scalping and black marketing at large-scale events, including concerts, live shows, and sports matches. The plea calls for a thorough investigation into illegal ticket sales and the manipulation of online ticketing platforms, with specific reference to Coldplay's highly anticipated concert. The plea was mentioned on Monday for urgent hearing before a division bench comprising Chief Justice D. K. Upadhyaya and Justice Amit Borkar. Noting that a police inquiry into the matter was already underway, the court adjourned the hearing to November, after the Diwali vacation. <h2>Allegations of <keyword id="23627270" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="ticketing-irregularities" source="keywords">ticketing irregularities</keyword></h2>The PIL specifically alleges foul play during last month’s sale of tickets for Coldplay's concert on the popular online ticketing platform, <keyword id="20215809" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="BookMyShow" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="BookMyShow" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="BookMyShow">BookMyShow</keyword>. According to the petition, many potential buyers were locked out of the website within minutes of the ticket sales opening, only to discover that the tickets had been sold out. Shortly thereafter, these same tickets appeared on secondary platforms at exorbitant prices, fueling suspicions of deliberate manipulation. Vyas, in his submission, noted that secondary websites were still selling tickets at inflated rates. He argued that this exploitative practice deprived fans of their right to fair access to entertainment, violating the <keyword id="20003683" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="consumer-protection" source="keywords">Consumer Protection</keyword> (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, which mandate fair and non-deceptive practices by e-commerce entities. The PIL underscored that this problem extends beyond the <keyword id="22044624" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Coldplay-concert" source="keywords">Coldplay concert</keyword>, pointing to similar issues during other major events, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, the 2023 Cricket World Cup, and concerts of global artists like <keyword id="19897184" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="taylor-swift" source="keywords">Taylor Swift</keyword> and Diljit Dosanjh. In each case, fans were exploited through black market ticket sales, with prices soaring well above their official rates. According to Vyas, there is an urgent need for the government and judicial system to intervene, as ticketing platforms and event organisers are either complicit or failing to regulate secondary market sales effectively. <h2>Call for stricter guidelines</h2>The plea calls for the Bombay High Court to lay down stringent guidelines to prevent the black marketing and touting of event tickets. Vyas has asked for a framework that would ensure transparency and fairness in <keyword id="23627269" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="online-ticket-sales" source="keywords">online ticket sales</keyword> and reduce the exploitation of fans. The PIL emphasises that the lack of proper regulations in India’s ticketing sector has allowed platforms like BookMyShow to bypass rules, leaving consumers vulnerable to deceptive practices. It urges the court to consider the Consumer Protection (E-Commerce) Rules, 2020, as the basis for implementing stricter regulatory measures in the ticketing industry. <h2>Ongoing police investigation</h2>Following last month’s irregularities, Vyas lodged a police complaint with the Economic Offences Wing of the Mumbai Police, which is currently conducting an inquiry. The PIL has highlighted the need for a more immediate judicial intervention to prevent further exploitation in upcoming events. As the Coldplay concert approaches, the spotlight remains on the High Court’s response to this plea and whether it will pave the way for reforms that will bring much-needed transparency and accountability to India’s ticketing industry. The court is expected to hear the matter again in November. (With inputs from agencies)

Coldplay concert chaos aftermath: PIL filed in Bombay HC to demand stricter controls over online ticket sales

Mumbai, May 4 () The home-to-home digital concert "I for India", held to raise funds for the frontliners working round-the-clock to contain the coronavirus pandemic in the country, has raised an amount of over Rs 52 crore donations for relief.Facebook collaborated with some of the biggest names in Indian entertainment industry, including Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Priyanka Chopra and Hollywood names like Mick Jagger, Will Smith and Sophie Turner for the fundraiser concert on Sunday.Taking to Twitter, filmmaker Karan Johar on Monday shared an image according to which the concert had become world's biggest live fundraiser on Facebook by raising Rs 4.3 crore online (and counting) with donations from corporate and philanthropists amounting to Rs 47.77 crore, and counting."From our hearts to yours. Thank you for watching. Thank you for responding. Thank you for donating. #IForIndia started out as a concert. But it can be a movement. Let's continue to build a safe, healthy &amp; strong India. I For India. Please donate," he wrote.All the proceeds from the fundraiser concert will go to the India COVID Response Fund, managed by GiveIndia, to support on-ground relief.The concert also featured Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vidya Balan, Shabana Azmi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Arjun Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji, Diljit Dosanjh, Dulquer Salmaan, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Anushka Sharma, Ayushmann Khurrana, Mindy Kaling, Jack Black, among others.Besides singing and poetry reading, the celebrities addressed plight of migrant workers, daily wage earners, hunger in times of COVID-19, child abuse and domestic violence, both of which have been on a rise since the lockdown began in India from March 25.They also encouraged the audience to treat stray animals affectionately and develop eco-friendly habits going forward.The music fraternity saw the presence of Bryan Adams, AR Rahman, Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Jay Sean, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Jonas Brothers, Amaan Ali, Ayaan Ali, Shankar Ehsaan Loy, Sonu Nigam, Arijit Singh, Badshah, Rekha Bhardwaj and others.Filmmakers such Farah Khan, Vishal Bhardwaj, and personalities from the field of sports such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Saina Mirza also took part in the event. JUR RDSRDS

Star-studded digital concert 'I for India' raises over Rs 52 crore for COVID-19 relief

Mumbai, May 1 () Personalities from the field of entertainment and sports have come together for a digital concert to be held on May 3 to raise funds for the frontline workers, who are working round the clock to contain the coronavirus pandemic.Facebook has collaborated with some of the biggest names in Indian entertainment to put together a home-to-home fundraiser concert, I For India.All the proceeds from the fundraiser concert will go to the India COVID Response Fund managed by GiveIndia, to support on-ground relief efforts.The vision for the concert is three-pronged: to entertain those locked down in their homes, to pay tribute to those who are working on the frontlines and to raise funds for those who have no work and no home and do not know where their next meal is coming from.The four-hour long concert will be live globally on Facebook on May 3 and will feature performances and personal messages from over 85 Indian and global stars including Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Priyanka Chorpa Jonas, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Vidya Balan, Shabana Azmi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt, Arjun Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukherji, Madhui Dixit Nene, Akshay Kumar, Diljit Dosanjh, Dulquer Salmaan, Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal, Anushka Sharma, Ayushmann Khurrana, Tiger Shroff and Sophie Turner.The music fraternity will see presence of AR Rahman, Bryan Adams, Mindy Kaling, Gulzar, Javed Akhtar, Jay Sean, Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Jonas Brothers, Amaan Ali, Ayaan Ali, Shankar Ehsaan Loy, Sonu Nigam, Anoushka Shankar, Arijit Singh, Badshah, Rekha Bharadwaj and others.Filmmakers such Farhan Akhtar, Farah Khan, Karan Johar, Kiran Rao, Zoya Akhtar and personalities from the field of sports such as Rohit Sharma, Saina Mirza and Virat Kohli will also be part of the event.Anushka Sharma said, "While we may be social distancing and that's the requirement I don't think we've ever been more connected. People helping each other, spreading awareness just so that we can protect each other and that is the victory of human spirit."Veteran actor Shabana Azmi said it's time to come "together in kinship and harmony.""It's time we realised how interdependent we are on each other. Irrespective of caste, class, gender, religion or country. It's time for introspection. It's time to shed our prejudices," she added.Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar said, "May we remember the lessons learnt and never forget we aren't above nature, we're just a small part of it."While Rani Mukerji expressed her concern towards instances of child abuse, that has increased during lockdown."I urge you all to stay more vigilant. If you see or hear anything suspicious or odd please report it to the authorities immediately," she added.Ajit Mohan, Vice President and Managing Director, Facebook India said, the social media platform is committed to being an ally for India as the country fights the coronavirus outbreak."Our efforts so far have been focused towards providing access to accurate health information and supporting communities around the country. We recently launched Facebook Fundraisers that allow people to leverage the full scale and power of the platform, and their passion, to direct resources to initiatives that can protect and save lives," Mohan said.Mohan said they are grateful to the creators, celebrities and publishers participating in 'Social For Good' Live-athon to drive the fundraisers.Atul Satija, CEO, GiveIndia, said, with the concert going live on the largest social media platform, it will help reach the millions of people who want to contribute."The 'I For India' fundraiser concert, backed by a fabulous line up of stars, really feels like a nation coming together - though we are isolated, we are united in our efforts to win this battle against COVID-19," Satija said. KKP RBRB

COVID-19: Actors, musicians and sports personalities to come together for fundraiser concert

Mumbai, Apr 15 () Bollywood celebrities such as director Onir, actor Sunny Leone and author Tahira Kashyap are utilising their time at home during the national lockdown to keep the creativity flowing: from making short films, creating web shows to narrating fictional stories, all on the Internet.With cinema halls shut and all production suspended due to the coronavirus, there has been a boom in content for online platforms.Actors are going live on Facebook and Instagram to interact with fans, and musicians in the country are performing online gigs to ease the tension. Some, like Sunny, have also started a digital chat show.Tahira was one of the firsts to start a video series titled "The Lockdown Tales", where she narrates mini fictional stories - aided by sound effects - on Instagram. So far, the writer has uploaded four stories, chronicling the lives of people through fictional characters who have been affected by the lockdown.The idea to take to the digital storytelling was the "most natural" for her, she said. "It wasn't only because of the lockdown. I had to bring forth my most creative self. I was overwhelmed with the situation. I was oscillating between being hopeful and devastated, knowing what all is happening. Each one of us is living these moments and I wanted to put words, memories and stories to these moments," Tahira told .Actor Shreya Dhanwanthary of "The Family Man" fame, decided to make her directorial debut with the micro-series "A Viral Wedding: Made In Lockdown". The made-from-home series follows the story of a social media influencer (Shreya), who refuses to cancel her wedding due to the lockdown."I thought of doing something on the current scenario. Nobody had ever thought that the entire world would be on pause mode. This is unprecedented. It is an attempt to reflect on the reality of the situation in a light-hearted way through this micro-series," Shreya said.The actor believes the shot-at-home format could possibly become a new "avenue" for the entertainment industry. "We are thinking about newer ways to entertain people," she said. Onir has started inviting budding filmmakers to utilise their time in the lockdown by making short film indoors, which he and frequent collaborator-actor Sanjay Suri will judge.Onir was surprised by the response - it grew in numbers every week - and said the whole idea was to engage people in something creative."For me it started with 'Lockdown Diaries' where everyday I was putting out videos of cooking and various things I'm doing. I thought why not extend this. I'm anyway doing my own videos, which are motivational, but a lot of people -- actors and filmmakers -- approach you on social media. "I thought this is a good time to do something from home. This is a good way to look for talent also at the same time you're giving something for people to do, to engage themselves," Onir said. The sentiment to "mobilise creative minds to express different aspects of these times" was what made Suri come on board."It's wonderful that people are able to create in such trying times. Perhaps the most touching stories in recent times will emerge from these feelings. Be it short stories, inspirational videos with workouts, cooking recipes or even live session counselling or chats that people have been doing. "Many may critique it, but I feel these may inspire, educate, sensitise or even purely entertain someone somewhere positively," the actor-producer said.Recently, ad-filmmaker Prasoon Pandey virtually directed the short film "Family", which featured stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Diljit Dosanjh among others.When Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the lockdown last month, Prasoon felt it was the right time to do something."We were all trapped, if you look at it, and there was no point in just sitting and waiting. I started writing and several ideas came to me. I just wanted to use this time to convey a larger point - to send across a social message using entertainment, through TV and the Internet," he added. JUR KKP RDS RDS BKBK

Filmmakers, actors embrace digital storytelling during lockdown

<ul><li>The Sony SRS-XG500 is a cylindrical speaker covered in a high-quality mesh fabric.</li><li>It packs two subwoofers, two passive radiators and two tweeters.</li><li>Priced at ₹32,990, it goes up against the JBL Boombox 2.</li></ul>Sony’s party speaker line-up is packed to the gills, boasting features ranging from crazy gesture controls to nightclub-style lighting. The latest addition to it is the SRS-XG500, which is a modern take on the traditional boombox. Powered by two subwoofers, two passive radiators and two tweeters, the SRS-XG500 seems to be tuned specifically for high-energy house parties that require a ton of bass. It goes up against the JBL Boombox 2 in terms of features, but is a little pricey, at ₹32,990. So what justifies the premium? Find out in this review. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Built like a tank" comment="subhead" text="Built like a tank">Built like a tank</cmsannotation> One of the biggest highlights of the SRS-XG500 is its design and build quality. It is a cylindrical speaker covered in a high-quality mesh fabric and reinforced with a sturdy matte finish plastic frame, it is built to last. The front of the speaker hosts a bunch of buttons that let you turn it on and off, toggle the Bluetooth pairing mode, skip, play and pause tracks and also enable the Mega Bass mode. That’s it, no digital display or any bells and whistles — just simple tactile buttons with great feedback that get the job done easily without thinking or looking twice. <div type="image" title="3" msid="86009538" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The front of the speaker hosts a bunch of buttons that let you interact with it.&amp;lt;span class"><payload><![CDATA[The front of the speaker hosts a bunch of buttons that let you interact with your music.]]></payload></div> The speaker is IP66 certified, which ensures it’s dust and water-resistant. Additionally, it has a thick cover on the back to protect the buttons and connectivity ports — including two USB ports, an audio-in jack and a quarter-inch port. Here, you’ll also find the ‘Battery’ button at the back that summons the lady in the speaker to tell you how much battery percentage you have left, as well as the Party Connect button that lets you connect to other compatible Sony Speakers for a stereo experience. In the same enclosure, you’ll find the Guitar button that’ll let you mute or unmute the quarter-inch input and a Light button that’ll let you toggle the LED lights on or off. The two USB ports can charge devices but only one of them can actually connect to a storage device and play music. On the downside, it misses a USB Type-C port, which for me is a tradeoff as many smartphones these days ship with Type-C to Type-C or Type-C to Lightning cables, so it just makes sense. <div type="image" title="4" msid="86009586" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The rear of the speaker hosts a ton of connectivity options but lacks a USB Type-C port.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> Calling the speaker portable would be a stretch, as it weighs 5.5 kg; so heavy that you can easily do weights with it. To make things easier for you, it has a massive handle on the top that merges with the frame around the passive radiators. Honestly, it was because of this handle that I had the confidence to move the speaker around to different rooms in my house when I wanted to listen to music while doing chores. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Two apps, double the confusion" comment="subhead" text="Two apps, double the confusion">Two apps, double the confusion</cmsannotation> When you first connect to the speaker using an iOS device, you’ll be prompted to download the accompanying Sony Sound Centre app. The app lets you control various aspects of the speaker, including sound profile, music source, power options, lighting and mostly childish DJ effects, but the problem is it can get a little too overwhelming at times. I found myself using the app mostly to change the equaliser options, the source of the audio and sometimes to turn on the battery saver mode. Sony has its own profiles (Mega Bass and Live Sound) that can be used once you turn on the ClearAudio+ mode. You can also make your own adjustments to the EQ by selecting the custom option in the Sound Settings, but your scope is limited to only three broad frequencies of Bass, Middle and Treble. We recommend using the DJ effects (flanger and isolator) only when the party in the house reaches its peak — trying these among fully functioning people may get you the moniker of the most annoying person in your group. Just in case you want to take things up a notch, you can try the Fiestable app for even more DJ effects — yes, here you get the ability to control flanger and isolator effects using your phone’s motion sensor, which is honestly clumsier than a monkey riding a bike. The lighting effects in the app are fun, but since you’ll mostly be seeing the speaker straight up, the accents on the sides would barely ever be noticed by you. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="All about that bass" comment="subhead" text="All about that bass">All about that bass</cmsannotation> As I mentioned before, the SRS-XG500 packs great hardware — two subwoofers, two passive radiators and two tweeters, all of which produce good quality sound. In terms of codecs, it supports SBC, AAC and Sony’s own LDAC. I listened to a variety of songs on the speaker, from Bollywood bangers to high-energy EDM songs and even had a mini weekend party to get a sense of what it’s capable of. In its most ‘organic’ settings, with all the fancy equalisation turned off, it’s a very balanced and capable speaker. One thing I’ve observed with several speakers with passive radiators is that the high frequencies or the treble kind of get lost in the quest for bone-shaking bass. But that’s not the case here. The frequencies are separated very nicely and the bass doesn’t overpower the mids and the highs. The voice of an artist isn’t veiled by other sounds and more importantly, a lot of times you can figure out the way a certain song was intended to be heard by the music producer. <div type="image" title="2" msid="86009613" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;Two passive radiators can be found on the sides of the SRS-XG500 that are illuminated by LED accents.&amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> For instance, the ambient sounds of a street in Tom Misch’s rendition of Isn’t She Lovely were so well reproduced that I had to pause for a moment to appreciate it. This airy atmosphere is something that several Bluetooth speakers struggle to reproduce. Live performances too can be enjoyed very well with these. I tried out John Mayer’s magnum opus concert Where The Light Is Live at LA and it delivered. Since the concert has three different sets (acoustic, rock trio and a full orchestral band), I could put the speaker’s spatial resolution to its limits. Here, the SRS-XG500 did have its limitations as a standalone speaker, but it was able to give a good sense of which instrument was making what sound and from where. If you are hoping to get a good soundstage, you may have to pair this up with another compatible Sony speaker. But where this speaker really feels at home is playing upbeat, high tempo, bass-heavy music. Cranking that MegaBass mode on a club-banger does take the party to a different level. This is more pronounced at higher volumes, as the passive radiators can be unleashed then. I played a variety of songs in a mini house party by artists including (but not limited to) Doja Cat, Kanye West, Drake, BTS, Sean Paul, Lil Nas X, Diljit Dosanjh, Micky Singh, Guru Randhawa, Kid Laroi, Enrique and Pitbull, and it consistently delivered punchy audio. I also tried the guitar plugin feature while jamming to a track I made on GarageBand. The raw output of my electric guitar (without a guitar processor or interface) was a little too warm to my liking. Connecting my guitar processor helped a lot and I also liked the fact that there’s a separate knob for changing mic/guitar input volume. If you’re planning to connect a semi-acoustic guitar, make sure it has an equaliser on it. That being said, if you want to entertain yourself or your guests with your guitar chops or just by plugging in a microphone for a karaoke night, you’re going to have a lot of fun. <div type="image" title="5" msid="86009626" hostid="261" caption="&amp;lt;p&amp;gt;The speaker comes with a nifty little handle to carry it around. &amp;lt;/p&amp;gt;"></div> While all of this was mostly on Apple Music with the highest streaming settings, the speaker managed to perform well even on video streaming platforms such as YouTube. There’s a noticeable difference in sound quality, but that’s only because of the bitrate of the two services. Watching movies, TV shows or podcasts can be a bit tricky though, as the sound is too bassy, and it can quickly get a little distracting. I observed that the background score or laugh tracks often overpowered the vocals. In podcasts, the low end seeped into the speaker’s voice, making it a bit difficult to hear. For this, I recommend diving down into the sound settings of the app and turning down the Low frequency in the custom EQ. The best part is, there is no compromise on thump even at low volumes — that’s the sweet spot that you’d mostly be hitting while chilling by yourself or working from home. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Big on battery" comment="subhead" text="Big on battery">Big on battery</cmsannotation> The SRS-XG500’s bulky design helps it accommodate a large battery that has a claimed playtime of 30 hours (with MegaBass turned on and volume at 19%). It also ships with a proprietary fast charger that claims to provide 3 hours of playtime with just 10% of charge. These are impressive figures, and they somewhat hold up in real life as well. It managed to sustain my excitement (read abuse) of playing loud music at 60-80% volume for almost two and a half days. I also managed to fully charge my phone twice during this period. These are impressive figures. Charging the speaker entirely took about two and a half hours. If you aren’t planning on holding parties every day, you may want to keep this plugged in, and Sony did think about it. They have included a Battery Care feature in the Sound Centre app that doesn’t charge the speaker beyond 90% to save the battery in the long run. <table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none; table-layout: fixed; width: 468pt;" class="redcator-table-advance"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Pros </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Cons </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Window-rattling bass </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Accompanying apps can be too overwhelming </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Great design </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Heavy </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Tons of battery life </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Sound can be too warm for some people </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Easy to connect </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Not enough punch for outdoor situations </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Guitar/mic input with separate audio controls </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"> </td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Water and dustproof </td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 1pt;border-right:solid #000000 1pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 1pt;border-top:solid #000000 1pt;vertical-align:top;padding:5pt 5pt 5pt 5pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;"> </td></tr></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody><tbody></tbody></table> You can’t go wrong with this speaker if you’re somebody who likes hosting small house parties. It packs quite a punch, along with great connectivity options and an everlasting battery. The IP66 certification is a great peace of mind feature, as parties do tend to get messy more often than not. And even if you aren’t a party person, the ability to carry around a powerful Bluetooth speaker around the house is a great thing to have. Yes, a Type-C port is sorely needed, so is a lower price tag, but hearing your windows rattle on a party night may help justify it. 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When Indian censor board chief <keyword id="15361" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Pahlaj-Nihalani">Pahlaj Nihalani</keyword> accused Bollywood director Anurag Kashyap of taking money from the Aam Aadmi Party (<keyword id="6356115" type="CITY" weightage="20" keywordseo="AAP">AAP</keyword>) for making <keyword id="6356850" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Udta-Punjab">Udta Punjab</keyword> to show the State in bad light, he must have not realised it would boomerang. 
 
The whole controversy surrounding Bollywood movie Udta Punjab, starring Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Diljit Dosanjh, has knowingly or unknowingly worked in the favour of the AAP. 
 
Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh said, “It is a joke that Nihalani thinks AAP will give Anurag Kashyap money to make a film just to show BJP-SAD in a bad light. One need not go that far. It is all out in the open anyway. Drug abuse in Punjab is a harsh reality, and we are not supporting Kashyap here so much as we are backing the issue.” 
 
The accusations made by the censor board chief, which were rubbished by Anurag Kashyap, has given political plank to AAP for Punjab assembly elections in 2017-Drug menace. 
 
It is likely that AAP will give voice to the undertones of Punjab, who want to get rid of the menace, which has consumed many lives, taking away sole breadwinners from the families. 
 
AAP had surprised everyone in 2014 Lok Sabha polls by winning four seats in the lower house, and they were from Punjab. 
 
Since then, AAP has been making all efforts to cement its position in Punjab and derail SAD-BJP alliance. 
 
However, this is not the first time the AAP attacked the state government. In previous instances too, AAP leaders have openly accused Punjab Cabinet Ministers of being ‘drug lords’. 
 
“In the past, Sukhbir Badal has denied any drug menace in Punjab and his Cabinet Minister Surjit Jiyani has ruled out even a single drug-addict in the state, but on the other hand, Chief Minister Parkash Badal announced the opening of the country’s first Women Rehab Centre for de-addiction in the state,” AAP MP Bhagwant Mann had said. 
 
He also alleged that Punjab Cabinet Minister Bikramjit Majithia was a drug lord. 
 
Then, Majithia had filed a defamation case against the AAP leaders, including chief Arvind Kejriwal. 
 
In response to the defamation case, Bhagwant Mann said, “Badals should visit Maqbool Pura of Amritsar and Sur Singh village of Tarn Taran to assess how drugs ruined several families.” 
 
He has spoken the truth. 
 
The situation in Maqboolpura is very grim, as the village is now known as the ‘village of widows’. Families residing in the village say there is hardly any male member who is not affected by the drug menace and most of them have died. 
 
A study by Social Security Development of Women and Children department stated that 67 percent households in Punjab have at least one person addicted to drugs. The Narcotics Bureau stated that nearly 40 percent men in Punjab are hooked to drugs. 
 
Well, Kejriwal could gain ground in Punjab, dismantling the Punjab government. Only time will tell.

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Looks like it’s time for mending all the broken relationships in <keyword id="143" type="CITY" weightage="100" keywordseo="Bollywood">Bollywood</keyword>, and flaunting the same in style. 
 
A day after <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/Guess-who-released-Salmans-first-look-in-Bajrangi-Bhaijaan/articleshow/47430828.cms">Shah Rukh Khan released the first look </a>of once-rival Salman Khan’s upcoming movie Bajrangi Bhaijaan, we are hearing the news of <keyword id="6355887" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Shahid-Kapoor">Shahid Kapoor</keyword> and <keyword id="333" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Saif-Ali-Khan">Saif Ali Khan</keyword> coming together for a movie. 
 It’s not hidden from anyone that Shahid was once in an intense relationship with <keyword id="2165" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Kareena-Kapoor">Kareena Kapoor</keyword>, who broke up with him after falling in love with Saif Ali Khan while filming the movie Tashan. This obviously must not have gone down too well with Shahid, who however chose to be wise and never washed his dirty linen in public. 
 
Even though both of them were reported to be on amicable terms after the break-up, no one ever saw them under the same roof after their break-up. The brunt of their estranged relationship was bore by the makers of Milenge Milenge, a movie shot when they were a couple but released years after they broke up. Both of them were not interested in making any appearance to promote the movie, which led to its blink-and-miss release, making it one of the biggest flops of 2010. 
 
Well, what’s gone is gone, it seems. While Kareena and Saif got married and have moved on in their lives, <a href="http://www.businessinsider.in/Finally-Shahid-and-Mira-in-a-single-frame/articleshow/47356669.cms">Shahid is also set to marry </a>Delhi girl <keyword id="2775998" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Mira-Rajput">Mira Rajput</keyword> sometime next month. 
 
This development in their personal life is also visible in the movies that the three stars in question have agreed to be a part of. Shahid and Kareena have started shooting for Abhishek Chaubey’s <keyword id="6356850" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Udta-Punjab">Udta Punjab</keyword>, also starring Alia Bhatt and Diljit Dosanjh. 
 
Here is an image from the set of Udta Punjab: 
 
 
 
 Saif and Shahid would also be seen together in <keyword id="17467" type="PERSON" weightage="100" keywordseo="Vishal-Bhardwaj">Vishal Bhardwaj</keyword>’s upcoming movie, tentatively titled Rangoon. While Vishal has had a massive hit with Shahid in his last release Haider, he has worked with Saif in 2006 movie Omkara. Both the movies were critically acclaimed and performances of both Shahid and Saif were well received. 
 
Rangoon, which is set in the era of the Second World War, is reported to be the most expensive film to be coming out of Vishal’s kitty till date, and would be a musical. 
 
The movie would also have Kangna Ranaut, who is riding high on the success of <keyword id="2600630" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Tanu-Weds-Manu-Returns">Tanu Weds Manu Returns</keyword> and receiving a National Award for her movie <keyword id="6377522" type="POSITION" weightage="100" keywordseo="queen">Queen</keyword>. It would be the first time that Vishal would work with Kangna, and we can’t wait to see the collaboration, given that both are masters of their respective crafts. 
 
Now watch the best scene from the movie Omkara, which got Saif the Filmfare award for Best Villain. 
 
 
 
Image courtesy: BCCL and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/udtapunjab/photos/pb.781884335190060.-2207520000.1432715095./904612492917243/?type=1&amp;theater">Udta Punjab Fan Page</a>

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