Controversy erupts over Dhurandharagainst disrespect towards “Gurbani”

Members of minority committee has filed a police complaint (FIR) in Mumbai against the makers of Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge (also referred to as Dhurandhar) and actor Ranveer Singh for allegedly disrespecting Gurbani. The controversy stems from a scene where a character reportedly smokes while reciting sacred verses, sparking outrage over hurt religious sentiments, demanding…

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DDLJ was cultural watershedbridged generations and re-definedIndian diaspora experience

YRF and Yash Chopra’s blockbuster film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge released in 1995 was, and remains, far more than a love story amid Raj and Simran (Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol)It was a,cultural watershed that bridged generations, reconciled opposing values, and redefined the Indian diaspora experience. DDLJ was a “Bridge” for the Diaspora as it…

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Filmmaker Priyadarshan voices profound admiration for Asrani

Recently, veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan voiced profound admiration for the late actor Asrani, recalling his immense talent and stating that in some instances, particularly in the 1973 film Abhimaan, Asrani was “sometimes better” than AmitabhBachchan. Priyadarshan strongly rejected the label of Asrani as merely a comedian, describing him instead as a “complete actor”.While remembering his brilliance…

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