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Jnanpith winner, multi-lingual actor Girish Karnad dead (4th Lead)
Girish Karnad, a Jnanpith winner, multi-lingual scholar, master playwright, screenwriter, actor, director and a colossus in India's cultural landscape, passed away at his residence here on Monday, an official said. He was 81.
Nepalese bizman denies having offshore accounts
Niraj Govinda Shrestha, a London-based Nepalese businessman, who was named in a Center for Investigative Journalism (CIJ) report from Nepal regarding offshore accounts, has denied all allegations levelled against him and described them as "fake news.""This is fake news. Niraj Shrestha has not got any offshore accounts. There aren't any, so where is the proof? It's not true, so there's no proof. But the facts are now ignored, because it's been written. There are no offshore bank accounts or offshore companies for Niraj," Shreshta's official representative Christian Ericcsen said."It's not possible for me to comment on the other people mentioned in the articles, but for Niraj these are false accusations. Naturally Niraj owns shares in companies, but the UK, Belarus, India etc aren't off shore?" Ericcsen added.Earlier in January this year, a CIJ report claimed that 55 Nepalese businessmen had parked huge sums of money in Swiss Banks by defying the law of the land.
Miss you dad: Priyanka on father's death anniversary
On her father Ashok Chopra's sixth death anniversary, Indian actress Priyanka Chopra posted a throwback photograph of him and said that she misses him inexplicably.
Bengali film fraternity laments Girish Karnad's death
The Bengali film fraternity on Monday mourned the death of Jnanpith award winner Girish Karnad and took to social media remembering the stalwart's contributions.
K'taka govt announces 3-day state mourning over Girish Karnad's demise
The Karnataka government on Monday announced three-day state mourning and one-day public holiday over the demise of Veteran playwright, actor and film-maker Girish Karnad."Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of Jnanpith laureate writer and iconic actor/film maker, Sri # GirishKarnad. His outstanding contribution to literature, theatre and films will always be remembered. In his death, we lost a cultural ambassador. May his soul rest in peace," Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy tweeted.After a prolonged illness, 81-year-old Karnad breathed his last earlier today in Bengaluru.Karnad, who was known for his work in the field of literature and cinema, also became a renowned face in the country after essaying the role of Swami's father in Malgudi Days TV series. He was conferred with Padma Shri in 1974 and Padma Bhushan in 1992.For his outstanding contribution towards literature, Bharatiya Jnanpith also awarded him with Jnanpith, the highest Indian literary award in 1998, four years after ...
Noted playwright-actor Girish Karnad passes away at 81
Renowned playwright, actor and Jnanpith awardee Girish Karnad, who left his indelible mark in the world of literature, theatre and cinema passed away at his residence Monday morning after prolonged illness, official sources said. A multi-hyphenate personality, who often courted controversies for his vocal stance, Karnad, 81, is survived by wife Saraswathi, son Raghu Karnad, a journalist and writer, and daughter Radha. "He breathed his last around 8 am... and had been suffering with ailments including breathing problem for some time now," sources close to Karnad's family said. A recipient of Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, Karnad was one of the most important literary minds of the present era. He had acted in and directed several plays and movies that earned critical acclaim. Karnad's plays, written in Kannada, have been translated into English and several other Indian languages. According to family sources, his last rites will be held at Kalpali electric crematorium in the city later in
Girish Karnad remembered: The smartest, most talented
Political leaders, theatre personalities and the artistes from the entertainment sphere on Monday condoled the death of Girish Karnad, saying they will miss the brilliance of the iconic playwright-actor-director and his immense contribution to arts and culture. Karnad, 81, died on Monday after prolonged illness at his Bengaluru residence. He was a progressive voice that championed the freedom of expression. He worked across industries - Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi and Marathi. President Ram Nath Kovind called Karnad's death an irreparable loss to the world of Indian theatre. "Sad to hear of the passing of Girish Karnad, writer, actor and doyen of Indian theatre. Our cultural world is poorer today. My condolences to his family and to the many who followed his work #PresidentKovind," the tweet by the president read. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Karnad for speaking up about causes dear to him. "Girish Karnad will be remembered for his versatile acting across all ...
Vicky, Bhumi in KJo's first horror flick 'Bhoot...'
Filmmaker Karan Johar on Monday announced his first horror franchise titled "Bhoot: Part One - The Haunted Ship" which will feature actors Vicky Kaushal and Bhumi Pednekar
Jnanpith winner, multi-lingual actor Girish Karnad dead (3rd Lead)
Girish Karnad, a Jnanpith award winner, multi-lingual scholar, master playwright, screenwriter, actor, director and a colossus in India's cultural landscape, passed away at his residence here on Monday, an official said. He was 81.
Kovind, PM, others mourn passing away of Girish Karnad
Jnanpith winner and noted theatre personality, actor and playwright Girish Karnad passed away at his Bengaluru home on Monday at the age of 81 following age-related complications.
Demi Lovato switched to energy drink and water after rehab
Singer Demi Lovato celebrated Pride Month at a club. Maintaining her hard-earned sobriety post-rehab, the singer partied with energy drink and water.On Sunday, Lovato posted a series of Instagram stories where she can be seen partying at a club. One of the stories features the singer sipping on a Red Bull and in another story she zooms in on a water bottle."Happy Pride B*****s!" she wrote on her Instagram story.The celebrations come almost a year after the American singer was hospitalised for a near-fatal drug overdose on July 24.The singer reportedly checked into a treatment facility on her own in March this year.Lovato, who has battled addiction, mental illness, and eating disorder for nearly five years, first broke her silence regarding her overdose on August 5, reported People. She remained in a treatment facility until November.In February, reports began circulating that Lovato had relapsed and re-entered a treatment facility. However, a source close to the artist told People ...
Prez, PM condole demise veteran actor Girish Karnad
President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday condoled the demise of veteran playwright and actor Girish Karnad, saying he will be remembered for his work for years to come. President Kovind said with Karnad's demise India's cultural world has become poorer. "Sad to hear of the passing of Girish Karnad, writer, actor and doyen of Indian theatre. Our cultural world is poorer today. My condolences to his family and to the many who followed his work," Kovind tweeted. Modi said Karnad will be remembered for his versatile acting across all mediums. "He also spoke passionately on causes dear to him. His works will continue being popular in the years to come. Saddened by his demise," he posted on Twitter. Karnad passed away on Monday at the age of 81 after a prolonged illness in Bengaluru. A multifaceted personality, Karnad has acted in several plays and movies that have received critical acclamation. Karnad, a recipient of the Jnanpith award, was also conferred the ...
Multi-lingual actor, Jnanpith winner Girish Karnad dead (2nd Lead)
Jnanpith award winner, multi-lingual actor, well-known theatre personality and noted playwriter Girish Karnad passed away here on Monday, an official said. He was 81.
Vicky in KJo's first horror flick 'Bhoot...'
Filmmaker Karan Johar on Monday announced his first horror franchise titled "Bhoot: Part One - The Haunted Ship" which will feature actor Vicky Kaushal.
Steven Spielberg writing horror series that can only be watched at night
Steven Spielberg is scripting a horror web series that people will only be able to see when their phone knows it is dark outside.The American filmmaker, who is known for films like entertainment platform 'Indiana Jones', 'Jurassic Park', 'Catch Me If You Can', is penning the series for Quibi, a yet to be launched mobile-focused streaming service, Variety reported."Steven Spielberg came in, and said, 'I have a super scary story I want to do," said Quibi's cofounders Jeffrey Katzenberg.According to Katzenberg, the series is being developed under the title 'Spielberg's After Dark'.Making the upcoming project one of its kind, Spielberg decided that the program will be designed in a way that people only get to watch it after midnight."He wanted viewers to only be able to watch the program after midnight. Given that phones can track where it is at the moment -- and keep tabs on when the sun rises and sets in its area," he said.Katzenberg asserted that, once the series is released, a clock ..
Veteran playwright-actor Girish Karnad dies at 81
Noted playwright, actor and director Girish Karnad, a progressive voice that championed the freedom of expression, died at his residence here Monday, official sources said. He was 81. Karnad was ailing for some time now, they said. A multifaceted personality, Karnad has acted in several plays and movies that have received critical acclamation. Karnad, a recipient of Jnanpith Award, was also conferred the Padma Shri in 1974 and the Padma Bhushan in 1992. He was also a Rhodes Scholar from Oxford University, in the 1960s that earned him his Master of Arts degree in philosophy, political science and economics. His plays, written in Kannada, have been translated into English and several Indian languages. He made his acting debut and screenwriting debut in iconic Kannada movie, "Samskara" (1970), based on a novel by UR Ananthamurthy. It was directed by Pattabhirama Reddy and the film won the first President's Golden Lotus Award for Kannada cinema. Though he started off his career in cinema
Nelofar Sheikh becomes first Kashmiri woman to act in International film
Surrounded by criticism and discouragement, Nelofar Sheikh proved that dreams do come true and became the first Kashmiri woman to be a part of an International film.With no former education in acting, the actor who won was praised for her International feature film 'Valley of Saints', started her career into acting when she was in the fifth standard."I always wanted to be an actor but was not able to get good guidance from anyone. Then in 2000, when I was in the fifth standard, I met theatre artist M K Raina and with him, I started off my career with my first television show 'Mapping Kashmiriyat'," said Sheikh.Nelofar, who hails from Aloocha Bagh said acting in Kashmir was challenging for her as she had to convince her family at every stage who seemed unhappy with her decision of perusing a career in acting."Convincing my parents was a big challenge for me. They were unhappy with my decision and my mother was the one who refused permission. But after pleading a lot and motivating them
Veteran actor, playwright Girish Karnad passes away
Veteran actor, playwright and director Girish Karnad, 81 passed away on Monday morning.Born in Maharashtra's Matheran in the year 1938, Karnad rose to fame with a Kannada play named Tughlaq which he had written at the age of 26.Karnad, known for his work in the field of literature and cinema, also became a renowned face in the country after essaying the role of Swami's father in Malgudi Days TV series.He was conferred with Padma Shri in 1974 and Padma Bhushan in 1992.For his outstanding contribution towards literature, Bharatiya Jnanpith also awarded him with Jnanpith, the highest Indian literary award in 1998, four years after winning the Sahitya Academy award in 1994.
PC Jeweller gets revision in credit ratings from CRISIL and CARE
Long term rating - CRISIL BB+/ Negative Short term rating - CRISIL A4+
'Dark Phoenix' has worst opening in X-Men history at U.S. box office
Falling short of expectations, Sophie Turner starrer 'Dark Phoenix' failed to catch fire at the box office. The film had the worst opening in the history of X-Men films.The latest instalment in the Disney-Fox's 'X-Men' franchise, 'Dark Phoenix' just managed to reach a USD 34 million opening in the weekend, after minting about USD14 million on Friday, making it the worst debut for an X-Men movie.'The Secret Life of Pets 2', which is a sequel to the 2016 animated film, on the other hand, left the X-Men film behind by collecting USD 46.1 million. However, the collection was 15 per cent lower than the 15% lower than the original flick.'Dark Phoenix' is written and directed by Simon Kinberg who also served as the scriptwriter for the 2006's 'X-Men: The Last Stand'. (ANI)The latest instalment in the Disney-Fox's 'X-Men' franchise, 'Dark Phoenix' just managed to reach a *USD 34 MN* opening in the weekend, after minting about * USD 14 MN* on Friday, making it the worst debut for an X-Men ...