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Sunny Leone Opens Up on her Children Winning the PETA India’s Compassionate Kid Awards

The talented actress Sunny Leone and musician Daniel Weber’s children, Nisha Weber, Asher Weber, and Noah Weber, have been recognized with PETA India’s Compassionate Kid Awards for their kindness to animals. The young philanthropists signed a petition alongside 100,000 students, urging government ministers to protect elephants from performances and exhibitions.
Sunny Leone shared her perspective on nurturing kindness towards animals in her children, stating, “I teach my children to be kind to animals to help them grow into adults who will be kind to everyone. Kind children today mean a more peaceful society tomorrow.” Leone’s commitment to instilling empathy in her children resonates deeply with the core values of PETA India’s Compassionate Kid Awards.
Ahead of Diwali, their kids distributed eco-friendly “firecrackers” (plant seeds) to friends, steering clear of loud noises that distress animals. They also join their parents in providing food and water to community animals, showcasing a commitment to making a positive impact on animal welfare.
PETA India’s Compassionate Kid Awards recognize their efforts, emphasizing the importance of instilling empathy and kindness in the younger generation. The family’s story serves as a simple yet powerful reminder of the positive influence small acts of compassion can have on creating a better world. -
Pippa” Releases Today: Priyanshu Painyuli Shares His Experience Of Shooting for the Film

Priyanshu Painyuli, the talented actor known for his outstanding performances in “Charlie Chopra and the Mystery of Solang Valley,” “Mirzapur,” “Extraction,” and “Bhavesh Joshi,” is all set to entertain audiences once again with his film “Pippa,” which released today. Co-starring alongside Ishaan Khatter and Mrunal Thakur, “Pippa” is a biographical war drama that has been generating immense anticipation.

In “Pippa,” Priyanshu Painyuli takes on the role of Major Ram Mehta, an army officer who played a crucial role in the 1971 Indo-Pak war. The actor shared his sentiments regarding the film, saying, “Being from an army background, I have always been in awe of the selflessness and courage of our soldiers, who risk everything to defend our nation. In a way, I felt I was doing my small bit in contributing as an Indian by using my craft and bringing to life a soldier who walked straight into enemy territory, without worrying about his own life, to help others in their fight for liberation. Raja Menon has recreated a piece of history through this movie and I am sure audiences worldwide will appreciate this wartime drama for its hard-hitting story and the message that it aims to deliver.”
Priyanshu Painyuli has had a busy year shooting for the much-awaited series “Paan Parda Zarda,” and also the series “Shehar Lakhot.” He was last seen in “Charlie Chopra and the Mystery of Solang Valley,” and “U-turn.” However, “Pippa” is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated films of his career, giving him a chance to display his acting skills in a character that is bound to leave a mark.
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Did You Know Sorab Bedi, aka Raunak from Chand Jalne Laga’s and Ram Yashvardhan Aka Mahadev from Shiv Shakti’s Are Real-Life Brothers?

The world of entertainment often surprises us with hidden connections and unexpected relationships. In an industry filled with talent and intrigue, it’s not uncommon to discover that some of our favorite stars share more than just the limelight. Did you know that Sorab Bedi, who plays Raunak in ‘Chand Jalne Laga,’ and Ram Yashvardhan, known for his portrayal of Shiv Shakti in ‘Mahadev,’ are real-life brothers?

The fact that Sorab Bedi and RAM Yashvardhan are real-life brothers may come as a surprise to many fans. Sorab Bedi, the younger of the two brothers, always looked up to Ram Yashvardhan as his biggest hero. Sorab opens up about how his elder brother has been a constant source of inspiration throughout his life. “We are real brothers; he is the elder one, and I am the younger one. Yashvardhan is not just my brother; he is my biggest life hero. His dedication and success in the world of acting motivated me to follow in his footsteps.”
“Yashvardhan is the biggest teacher and critic of my life; he sees my acting and guides me, makes me learn new things, his guidance helps me in better portrayal of my role. The best part for me is that I adore him for his outstanding performance and learn a lot from him.”
Do you know that Both Sorab Bedi for Chand Jalne Laga and Ram Yashvardhan for ShivShakti are shooting for different shows produced by the same production house and aired on the same COLORS channel? Sorab says, “It’s incredible to work on different shows but for the same production house and channel. Our fans might not realize it, but we are real brothers, and the love and support we receive from our audience mean the world to us.”
Surely, we can say that Sorab and his elder brother are the new siblings in the industry who are all set to rule the industry with their powerpack acting skills and charm. We can’t wait to look forward to witnessing more remarkable performances from these talented siblings in the future.
For the uninitiated, Sorab Bedi started his career after a successful career in modeling along with many pageants. Sorab has also been featured on TV for many well-known brands such as Amazon, Skecters, Pantaloons, Ajio, Myntra, and many more. He has also walked ramps for many well-known designers and for Lakme Fashion Week. Apart from that the actor also has a music video coming up soon. -
Geeta Basra and Harbhajan Singh to Celebrate Diwali this Year with their family in Jalandhar

Actress Geeta Basra, who is currently gearing up for her Bollywood comeback with Awasthi Vs Awasthi will be spending Diwali in Jalandhar with her in-laws. This year has been particularly busy for the couple with back to back work commitments and this break is long overdue.
The actress, along with her children will be travelling to the city a few days earlier to enjoy festivities and spend quality time with the family. This year’s Diwali celebration are all the more special as the couple’s son Jovan will be able to understand the festival and truly enjoy it to the fullest amidst his entire family.
Commenting on the same, Geeta says “Diwali in Punjab is always special, as our family stays there and celebrating the festival with our loved ones is always beautiful . My kids enjoy there being with the family, the kind of love and pampering they get is unparalleled” she says
Speaking about her upcoming movie ‘Awasthi Vs Awasthi’, Geeta Basra said,”I am excited to be a part of ‘Awasthi Vs Awasthi’. It’s the perfect project for my comeback and entire experience of shooting the film was great. I am fortunate to have worked with such an amazing team and I’m really looking forward to the seeing the audience’s reaction”.
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तुला शिकवीन चांगलाच धडा’ या मालिकेतील अधिपती ऋषिकेश शेलार यांच्या आठवणीतील दिवाळी

फटाक्यांची रंगीबेरंगी आतिषबाजी, फराळाचा घमघमाट,आकर्षक देखण्या रांगोळ्या, सुंदर तेवत्या पणत्यांची आरास, घरोघरी सुंदर आकाश कंदिल सुरु झाला आहे सण दिवाळीचा. आठवण अशी गोष्ट आहे, जी कधी चेहऱ्यावर हसू आणते तर कधी डोळ्यात आनंदचे पाणी विशेषतः जेव्हा ती आठवण सणासुधीची असते. दिवाळीचा सण म्हटलं की लहानपणीच्या इतक्या आठवणी जाग्या होतात. पहाटे अभ्यंग स्नान, आईनी लावलेल्या उटण्याचा सुगंध, बाबां सोबत फटाके वाजवणे, चविष्ट फराळचा भावंडांबरोबर बसून आस्वाद घेणे. अश्या गोष्टी बहुतेकांच्या आठवणींच्या पेटीत नक्की असतील आणि अश्याच आठवणींनचा पेटारा आज तुमचे झी मराठीचे लाडके कलाकार तुमच्या समोर उघडत आहेत.

‘ऋषिकेश शेलार यांनी तुला शिकवीन चांगलाच धडा’ या मालिकेत अधिपतीच्या भूमिकेतून लोकांच्या मनात घर केले आहे. दिवाळीच्या आठवणींना उजाळा देताना ते म्हणाले, दिवाळीत शाळेच्या सुट्टीत रायगड, राजगड आणि अश्या इतर काही किल्ल्यांवर सहलीला जायचो आणि तिथे फराळ करायचो फक्त परिवारातील नाही तर कॉलनी मधले सगळे ह्या सहली मध्ये सामील असायचो पण आता शूटिंगमुळे हे सर्व शक्य नाही. मला लक्ष्यात आहे, २०१७ ची दिवाळी मी कुटुंबासोबत अमेरिकेत होतो आणि आम्ही न्यूयॉर्कच्या टाइम्स स्क्वेअर मध्ये बसून फराळ खाल्ला होता आणि मग ब्रॉडवेत नाटक पहिले होते. ह्या वर्षी माझी दिवाळी मुंबई मध्ये साजरी होणार आहे. ह्या दिवाळीत आई बाबा घरी येणार आहेत माझ्या मुलीची पहिली दिवाळी आहे रुही १० महिन्याची आहे आणि तिच्यामुळे आमची सर्वांची दिवाळी खास झाली आहे. पहिली बेटी धनाची पेटी असं म्हणतात, रूहीचं पाऊल घरात पडले आणि माझे आयुष्य बदलून गेलं. मला झी मराठीची मालिका ‘तुला शिकवीन चांगलाच धडा’ मध्ये पहिल्यांदा नायकाची भूमिका साकार करायला मिळाली. मला कडक चकल्या आवडतात आणि माझी आई माझ्यासाठी खास त्या बनवते. मला सख्खी बहीण नाही पण माझ्या मावस बहिणी माझ्या सख्ख्या बहिणी सारख्या आहेत. भाऊबीजेच्या दिवशी आमच्या कडे मटणाचा बेत असतो आणि ते ठरलेले आहे आम्ही सर्वे झणझणीत मटणावर ताव मारतो.

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तुला शिकवीन चांगलाच धडा’ची अक्षरा म्हणजेच शिवानी रंगोळेच्या आठवणीतली दिवाळी

फटाक्यांची रंगीबेरंगी आतिषबाजी, फराळाचा घमघमाट,आकर्षक देखण्या रांगोळ्या, सुंदर तेवत्या पणत्यांची आरास, घरोघरी सुंदर आकाश कंदिल सुरु झाला आहे सण दिवाळीचा. आठवण अशी गोष्ट आहे, जी कधी चेहऱ्यावर हसू आणते तर कधी डोळ्यात आनंदचे पाणी विशेषतः जेव्हा ती आठवण सणासुधीची असते. दिवाळीचा सण म्हटलं की लहानपणीच्या इतक्या आठवणी जाग्या होतात. पहाटे अभ्यंग स्नान, आईनी लावलेल्या उटण्याचा सुगंध, बाबां सोबत फटाके वाजवणे, चविष्ट फराळचा भावंडांबरोबर बसून आस्वाद घेणे. अश्या गोष्टी बहुतेकांच्या आठवणींच्या पेटीत नक्की असतील आणि अश्याच आठवणींनचा पेटारा आज तुमचे झी मराठीचे लाडके कलाकार तुमच्या समोर उघडत आहेत.

‘तुला शिकवीन चांगलाच धडा’ ची अक्षरा म्हणजेच शिवानी रंगोळे, ‘माझ्यासाठी दिवाळीची आठवण म्हणजे माझ्या तीन मावश्या आणि आम्ही सर्व भावंडं एकत्र येऊन फराळ बनवायचो ह्या गोष्टी मी फार मिस करते. ह्या वर्षी कामात खूप गुंतलेली आहे पण सुट्टी मिळाली तर मी आणि विराजास पुण्याला जाऊ माझ सासर आणि माहेर दोन्ही पुण्यातच आहे. सर्व कुटुंबासोबत दिवाळी साजरी करू आणि सुट्टी नाही मिळाली तर मुंबईतच मित्र मंडळींना घरी फराळासाठी बोलवींन आणि फराळ करत करत गप्पा गोष्टी करू. मला फक्त दिवाळीची नाही तर भाऊबिजेची पण उत्सुकता असते कारण तो एक दिवस आहे जेव्हा आम्ही सगळे भावंडं जे आता कामानिमित्त वेगवेगळ्या शहरात राहतात ह्या दिवशी आम्ही विडिओ कॉलमध्ये एकत्र येतो आणि एकामेकांच्या आयुष्यामध्ये काय चालले आहे ह्या बद्दल बोलतो. एकूण काय तर मी दिवाळीत परिवार आणि मित्र मंडळी सोबत साजरी करते.

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बिग बॉस 17 विवाद में अंकिता लोखंडे के फैंस ने ऑनलाइन ट्रोल के खिलाफ उनका बचाव किया!

ऐसे युग में जहां सोशल मीडिया प्लेटफॉर्म्स प्रशंसा और आलोचना दोनों के लिए एक मंच प्रदान करते हैं, अंकिता लोखंडे के प्रशंसक उनके पक्ष में मजबूती से खड़े हैं। वे लगातार ऑनलाइन ट्रोल्स के खिलाफ उनकी वर्चुअल ढाल बन गए हैं, जो बिग बॉस 17 के घर में उनके व्यवहार और कार्यों को निशाना बना रहे हैं। जहां वह अपने पति विक्की जैन के साथ नजर आ रही हैं। अंकिता लोखंडे, जिन्हें अपने पूरे करियर में “पवित्र रिश्ता” में अर्चना के किरदार के लिए दर्शकों और प्रशंसकों से प्रशंसा मिली है, हाल ही में बिग बॉस 17 के घर में अपने व्यवहार के लिए ऑनलाइन ट्रोलिंग और आलोचना का निशाना बनी हैं। हालाँकि, नकारात्मकता के बीच, उन्हें अपने समर्पित प्रशंसकों के अटूट प्यार और समर्थन में सांत्वना मिली है। पोस्ट का कैप्शन है:
“बिगबॉस17 ऐश्वर्या शर्मा गेट्स फ्लैक फ्रॉम नेटीज़न्स फ़ॉर मिमिकिंग अंकिता लोखंडे वे ऑफ टॉकिंग ऑन द शो.”
अंकिता के फैंस ने ऑनलाइन ट्रोलिंग के सामने उनके सकारात्मक गुणों, समर्पण और लचीलेपन को उत्साहपूर्वक उजागर करते हुए, नकारात्मकता का सराहनीय ढंग से मुकाबला किया है। उनका अटूट समर्थन इस कहावत का उदाहरण है कि जब दुनिया नीचे गिरती है, तो उनके प्रशंसक अपनी प्रिय स्टार अंकिता लोखंडे के बचाव और उत्थान में ऊंचे हो जाते हैं। -
Vyom Thakkar as Young Atal in &TV’s upcoming show ‘Atal’

With the industry abuzz, speculating names for young Atal’s role in &TV’s upcoming show, ‘Atal’, the channel announced a new face and young child artist, Vyom Thakkar’s name for the part. After going through over 300+ auditions of various child artists, the production team finalised Vyom to essay Young Atal, depicting the formative years of one of the most prominent Prime Ministers of India, the late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. &TV is set to explore the untold aspects of his childhood through its upcoming show, ‘Atal’. Produced by Euphoria Productions, the show will deep dive into the formative years of a leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India’s destiny. Set against the backdrop of British colonial rule in India, the show will delve into the intricacies of Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s childhood, shedding light on the incidents, beliefs, and challenges that moulded him into the leader that he was.
At the tender age of seven, Atal is the fifth child in the Vajpayee family, surrounded by three elder brothers, one married sister, and two younger sisters. He is a unique thinker, marked by curiosity and deep questions. He ponders issues like the meaning of subjugation and the choices of freedom fighters and leaders of that time. Atal’s mother provides answers and guidance to nurture his inquisitive mind. He holds a deep love for his mother and culture, believing in the importance of preserving their heritage and core values. Even at this young age, he understands the significance of one’s beliefs, responding to others with a touch of positive sarcasm and a sense of humour.
Sharing his excitement about essaying Young Atal’s role, Vyom Thakkar says, “I am thrilled to depict the early years of our late Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. I had only heard about him in our history books and from my parents, but I never imagined that someday I would portray his childhood role in a television show! I am very excited and equally thankful.”
‘Atal’ to premiere on Dec 5th at 8:00 pm only on &TV!
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Vyom Thakkar as Young Atal in &TV’s upcoming show ‘Atal’

With the industry abuzz, speculating names for young Atal’s role in &TV’s upcoming show, ‘Atal’, the channel announced a new face and young child artist, Vyom Thakkar’s name for the part. After going through over 300+ auditions of various child artists, the production team finalised Vyom to essay Young Atal, depicting the formative years of one of the most prominent Prime Ministers of India, the late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. &TV is set to explore the untold aspects of his childhood through its upcoming show, ‘Atal’. Produced by Euphoria Productions, the show will deep dive into the formative years of a leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India’s destiny. Set against the backdrop of British colonial rule in India, the show will delve into the intricacies of Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s childhood, shedding light on the incidents, beliefs, and challenges that moulded him into the leader that he was.
At the tender age of seven, Atal is the fifth child in the Vajpayee family, surrounded by three elder brothers, one married sister, and two younger sisters. He is a unique thinker, marked by curiosity and deep questions. He ponders issues like the meaning of subjugation and the choices of freedom fighters and leaders of that time. Atal’s mother provides answers and guidance to nurture his inquisitive mind. He holds a deep love for his mother and culture, believing in the importance of preserving their heritage and core values. Even at this young age, he understands the significance of one’s beliefs, responding to others with a touch of positive sarcasm and a sense of humour.
Sharing his excitement about essaying Young Atal’s role, Vyom Thakkar says, “I am thrilled to depict the early years of our late Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. I had only heard about him in our history books and from my parents, but I never imagined that someday I would portray his childhood role in a television show! I am very excited and equally thankful.”
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From Abu Dhabi to India: Dazzling Aerial Rangoli Enchants Mumbai Residents as 500 Drones Paint the Night Sky in Spectacular Harmony

Mumbai’s skyline lit up on 8 November with a synchronised drone show organised by Experience Abu Dhabi, the destination brand of the Department of Tourism and Culture – Abu Dhabi, which saw a dynamic and visually stunning array of designs dance across the night sky.
Taking centre stage was the aerial rangoli, crafted with a fusion of cutting-edge technology and a harmonious blend of traditional Indian and Arabian design elements.
Conducted as part of ‘Let Your Diwali Sparkle’ campaign, the captivating showcase was a treat for the senses and symbolised the vibrant connection shared between these two diverse yet intertwined destinations with the skyline of Mumbai serving as the perfect backdrop to the spectacular symphony of lights and culture.
The ‘Let Your Diwali Sparkle’ campaign aims to inspire Indian travellers to experience Diwali in Abu Dhabi over the holiday season and explore the city that perfectly blends the ancient and the modern, the historical and the cutting-edge.
