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<p>There should be a new proverb for Bollywood to match the times: Put your money where your tweets are.</p>

<p>After a couple of days of raging controversies involving politicians close to the new regime in the Maldives, visibly close to the Chinese establishment, Lakshadweep is the hot new term for India's movie stars because some elite Maldivians disparaged Indians&nbsp;days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi was clicked snorkelling at the Indian archipelago.</p>

<p>But there's a catch somewhere, as we shall see.</p>

<p>Everybody and his uncle in Bollywood rallied to tell the world, which essentially meant eager Indian beach lovers and out-of-the-box honeymooners thinking beyond Goa, that they should ditch the arrogant Maldivians for our desi version, Lakshadweep.</p>

<p>As a schoolboy, I worked hard to get brownie points for remembering things like how the Laccadive, Minicoy, and Amindvi Islands were elegantly and Sanskritisingly renamed as Lakshadweep. But like many things south of the Vindhyas, this falls in the "Madrasi" category for affluent northerners -- something remembered vaguely and forgotten quickly.</p>

<p>In the same 1970s that Lakshadweep got its current name, there was a famous catchphrase to explain an Indian fascination for overseas thingies: "craze for phoren". It was natural therefore that the Maldives became a preferred alternative for honeymooners and sundry beach vacationers.</p>

<p>When not in the news for political tumult or sob stories about its vulnerability to climate change, the archipelago made merry as an attractive destination for Indian vacationers.</p>

<p>With silver beaches, pristine waters and blue skies, Lakshadweep matches up to the Maldives, though we shall not debate infrastructure and other stuff like costs that we shall leave to the touristy analysts. But, in terms of distance, Lakshadweep, 400 km off the Kerala coast from Kochi, stands at half the 800 km you would need to fly to reach the Maldives.</p>

<p>But there are 325 international flights every week&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hindustantimes.com/business/maldives-vs-lakshadweep-india-s-airlines-yet-to-look-inwards-with-flight-frequencies-101704696712641.html">connecting </a>the Maldives, whose biggest chunk of tourists comes from India, compared with barely one flight a day from India to Lakshadweep (No direct flights from anywhere except Kochi, thank you!).&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-maldives-row-maldives-faces-heat-over-anti-india-comments-proposes-muizzus-visit-to-india-678169"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India-Maldives Row: Maldives faces heat over anti-India comments, proposes Muizzu's visit to India</strong></a></p>

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<p>Presumably, it is a heady cocktail of the "craze for phoren" (visa-free at that) and great marketing by the Maldivians (and a poor counter from our own union territory) that keeps Lakshadweep a poor cousin.<br />
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Suddenly, we have Bollywood's A-graders firing from their X/Twitter-loaded smartphone guns that Indians should ditch the Maldives for Lakshadweep. A casual Google search (Lakshadweep + Bollywood) assaults us with stories from the past two days listing everyone&nbsp;from Akshay Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan to lesser mortals extolling the virtues of Lakshadweep.</p>

<p>Here's where the catch is. Where were Hindi cinema's famous crews all these years? Switzerland, New Zealand and god knows who else has been wooing Bollywooders to shoot in their exotic locales. We have had movies like Agent Vinod (Morocco), Chalte Chalte (Greece), and Tamasha (Corsica) joining less enchanting locales. But try finding Lakshadweep as I did, and you are likely to draw a blank unless you are a compulsive trivia collector or extra deep researcher.</p>

<p>But where Bollywood failed, Mollywood, Kerala's own thriving film industry, has had its scenic Malayalam shots at Lakshadweep. Flush (2023), Anarkali (2015) and Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal (2014) were joined in 2018 by Sinjar, made in Lakshadweep's own Jasari language.</p>

<p>The Maldivians are a lot luckier with Bollywood.</p>

<p>Apart from several international movies, including one based on Salman Rushdie's Booker-winning novel 'Midnight's Children', the Maldives has witnessed location shooting for at least four Hindi commercial movies including Samundar (1986), Ek Villian (2014), Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya (2005) and the Akshay Kumar flop Ram Setu (2022).</p>

<p>So, Mollywood went to Lakshadweep, and Bollywood went to the Maldives. Get the picture?</p>

<p>Perhaps it is time to tell Bollywooders: Put your money where your tweets are, and not in distant destinations.</p>

<p><em><strong>(Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)</strong></em></p>


There should be a new proverb for Bollywood to match the times: Put your money where your tweets are. After a couple of days of raging controversies involving politicians close to the new regime in the Maldives, visibly close to the Chinese establishment, Lakshadweep is the hot new term for India's movie stars because some elite Maldivians disparaged Indians days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi was clicked snorkelling at the Indian archipelago.

There should be a new proverb for Bollywood to match the times: Put your money where your tweets are. After a couple of days of raging controversies involving politicians close to the new regime in the Maldives, visibly close to the Chinese establishment, Lakshadweep is the hot new term for India's movie stars because some elite Maldivians disparaged Indians days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi was clicked snorkelling at the Indian archipelago. But there's a catch somewhere, as we shall see. Everybody and his uncle in Bollywood rallied to tell the world, which essentially meant eager Indian beach lovers and out-of-the-box honeymooners thinking beyond Goa, that they should ditch the arrogant Maldivians for our desi version, Lakshadweep. As a schoolboy, I worked hard to get brownie points for remembering things like how the Laccadive, Minicoy, and Amindvi Islands were elegantly and Sanskritisingly renamed as Lakshadweep. But like many things south of the Vindhyas, this falls in the "Madrasi" category for affluent northerners -- something remembered vaguely and forgotten quickly. In the same 1970s that Lakshadweep got its current name, there was a famous catchphrase to explain an Indian fascination for overseas thingies: "craze for phoren". It was natural therefore that the Maldives became a preferred alternative for honeymooners and sundry beach vacationers. When not in the news for political tumult or sob stories about its vulnerability to climate change, the archipelago made merry as an attractive destination for Indian vacationers. With silver beaches, pristine waters and blue skies, Lakshadweep matches up to the Maldives, though we shall not debate infrastructure and other stuff like costs that we shall leave to the touristy analysts. But, in terms of distance, Lakshadweep, 400 km off the Kerala coast from Kochi, stands at half the 800 km you would need to fly to reach the Maldives. But there are 325 international flights every week connecting the Maldives, whose biggest chunk of tourists comes from India, compared with barely one flight a day from India to Lakshadweep (No direct flights from anywhere except Kochi, thank you!). Watch | India-Maldives Row: Maldives faces heat over anti-India comments, proposes Muizzu's visit to India × Presumably, it is a heady cocktail of the "craze for phoren" (visa-free at that) and great marketing by the Maldivians (and a poor counter from our own union territory) that keeps Lakshadweep a poor cousin. Suddenly, we have Bollywood's A-graders firing from their X/Twitter-loaded smartphone guns that Indians should ditch the Maldives for Lakshadweep. A casual Google search (Lakshadweep + Bollywood) assaults us with stories from the past two days listing everyone from Akshay Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan to lesser mortals extolling the virtues of Lakshadweep. Here's where the catch is. Where were Hindi cinema's famous crews all these years? Switzerland, New Zealand and god knows who else has been wooing Bollywooders to shoot in their exotic locales. We have had movies like Agent Vinod (Morocco), Chalte Chalte (Greece), and Tamasha (Corsica) joining less enchanting locales. But try finding Lakshadweep as I did, and you are likely to draw a blank unless you are a compulsive trivia collector or extra deep researcher. But where Bollywood failed, Mollywood, Kerala's own thriving film industry, has had its scenic Malayalam shots at Lakshadweep. Flush (2023), Anarkali (2015) and Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal (2014) were joined in 2018 by Sinjar, made in Lakshadweep's own Jasari language. The Maldivians are a lot luckier with Bollywood. Apart from several international movies, including one based on Salman Rushdie's Booker-winning novel 'Midnight's Children', the Maldives has witnessed location shooting for at least four Hindi commercial movies including Samundar (1986), Ek Villian (2014), Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya (2005) and the Akshay Kumar flop Ram Setu (2022). So, Mollywood went to Lakshadweep, and Bollywood went to the Maldives. Get the picture? Perhaps it is time to tell Bollywooders: Put your money where your tweets are, and not in distant destinations. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.)

Hypocrites of Bollywood? Hindi stars speak loud for Lakshadweep, but prefer Maldives and faraway lands

<p>Amid the raging controversy over the derogatory remarks by Maldivian politicians against Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to the Lakshadweep island, many Indian celebrities have spoken out, condemning the shameful comments by the minister as they urged millions of Indians to explore Indian Islands.<br />
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While the controversy is raging all over, on Sunday, celebrities like Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, Kangana Ranaut, John Abraham and cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared support with #ExploreIndianIslands as they praised the mystic beauty of Lakshadweep.&nbsp;<br />
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Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who never shies away from putting forward his view, took to X to condemn the derogatory comments from prominent public figures of Maldives.<br />
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"Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such unprovoked hate? I've visited the Maldives many times and always praised it, but dignity first. Let us decide to #ExploreIndianIslands and support our own tourism," Kumar posted on X.&nbsp;</p>

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why should we tolerate such… <a href="https://t.co/DXRqkQFguN">pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN</a></p>
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<p>Akshay rang the New Year with his entire family in the Maldives.&nbsp;<br />
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Praising the beauty of Lakshadweep, actor Salman Khan wrote, "It is so cool to see our Hon PM Narendrabhai Modi at the beautiful clean n stunning beaches of Lakshadweep, and the best part is that yeh hamare India mein hain."&nbsp;</p>

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why should we tolerate such… <a href="https://t.co/DXRqkQFguN">pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN</a></p>
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<p>Actress Shraddha Kapoor praised the pristine beaches of the Lakshadweep.&nbsp; "All these images and memes making me super FOMO now. Lakshadweep has such pristine beaches and coastlines, thriving local culture, I'm on the verge of booking an impulse chhutti&nbsp;This year, why not #ExploreIndianIslands," she wrote on X.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">All these images and memes making me super FOMO now 😍<br />
Lakshadweep has such pristine beaches and coastlines, thriving local culture, I’m on the verge of booking an impulse chhutti ❤️<br />
This year, why not <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ExploreIndianIslands?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ExploreIndianIslands</a> <a href="https://t.co/fTWmZTycpO">pic.twitter.com/fTWmZTycpO</a></p>
— Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShraddhaKapoor/status/1743881298522083626?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Smell?? Permanent smell?? What!!! Suffering from massive Muslim phobia, even though belonging to the same community. Lakshadweep consists of 98 percent of Muslim population, this prominent public figure from Maldives calling them smelly and lowly is rather racist and uninformed.… <a href="https://t.co/hLbQvD5RYD">pic.twitter.com/hLbQvD5RYD</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">With the amazing Indian hospitality, the idea of “Atithi Devo Bhava” and a vast marine life to explore. Lakshwadeep is the place to go.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/exploreindianislands?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#exploreindianislands</a> <a href="https://t.co/CA1d9r0QZ5">pic.twitter.com/CA1d9r0QZ5</a></p>
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<p>The rift started after Maldivian Minister Mariyam Shiuna made disparaging remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to&nbsp;Lakshwadeep.<br />
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Shiuna, who is the Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment in the Maldives, called PM Modi 'clown' and 'puppet of Israel' on X. However, her post was quickly taken down from the site.&nbsp;<br />
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Reacting to the derogatory remarks, the Maldives government distanced itself from the controversy, saying,&nbsp;''These opinions are personal and do not represent the views of the Government of Maldives.''<br />
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In a statement, the Government of Maldives said that it is aware of the derogatory remarks made by the minister on social media platforms. "These opinions are personal and do not represent the views of the Government of Maldives. The Government believes that the freedom of expression should be exercised in a democratic and responsible manner, and in ways that do not spread hatred, negativity, and hinder close relationships between the Maldives and its international partners," the statement said.</p>

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<p>On Sunday evening, all the three ministers,&nbsp;Shiuna, Malsha and Hassan Zihan&nbsp;were <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/maldives-govt-suspends-ministers-who-made-racist-remarks-against-indians-to-target-pm-modis-lakshadweep-visit-677475">suspended</a> by the government over derogatory remarks made about Indian PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an official statement, Maldives government spokesperson Ibrahim Khaleel said, "All government officials responsible for the comments have been suspended from their posts, effective immediately."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Amid the raging controversy over the derogatory remarks by Maldivian politicians against Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to the Lakshadweep island, many Indian celebrities have spoken out, condemning the shameful comments by the minister as they urged millions of Indians to explore Indian Islands.

Amid the raging controversy over the derogatory remarks by Maldivian politicians against Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his visit to the Lakshadweep island, many Indian celebrities have spoken out, condemning the shameful comments by the minister as they urged millions of Indians to explore Indian Islands. While the controversy is raging all over, on Sunday, celebrities like Akshay Kumar, Salman Khan, Kangana Ranaut, John Abraham and cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared support with #ExploreIndianIslands as they praised the mystic beauty of Lakshadweep. Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, who never shies away from putting forward his view, took to X to condemn the derogatory comments from prominent public figures of Maldives. "Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such unprovoked hate? I've visited the Maldives many times and always praised it, but dignity first. Let us decide to #ExploreIndianIslands and support our own tourism," Kumar posted on X. Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such… pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 7, 2024 × Akshay rang the New Year with his entire family in the Maldives. Praising the beauty of Lakshadweep, actor Salman Khan wrote, "It is so cool to see our Hon PM Narendrabhai Modi at the beautiful clean n stunning beaches of Lakshadweep, and the best part is that yeh hamare India mein hain." Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists. We are good to our neighbors but why should we tolerate such… pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 7, 2024 × Actress Shraddha Kapoor praised the pristine beaches of the Lakshadweep. "All these images and memes making me super FOMO now. Lakshadweep has such pristine beaches and coastlines, thriving local culture, I'm on the verge of booking an impulse chhutti This year, why not #ExploreIndianIslands," she wrote on X. All these images and memes making me super FOMO now 😍 Lakshadweep has such pristine beaches and coastlines, thriving local culture, I’m on the verge of booking an impulse chhutti ❤️ This year, why not #ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/fTWmZTycpO — Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) January 7, 2024 × Check all the posts here: Smell?? Permanent smell?? What!!! Suffering from massive Muslim phobia, even though belonging to the same community. Lakshadweep consists of 98 percent of Muslim population, this prominent public figure from Maldives calling them smelly and lowly is rather racist and uninformed.… pic.twitter.com/hLbQvD5RYD — Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) January 7, 2024 × With the amazing Indian hospitality, the idea of “Atithi Devo Bhava” and a vast marine life to explore. Lakshwadeep is the place to go.#exploreindianislands pic.twitter.com/CA1d9r0QZ5 — John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) January 7, 2024 × The rift started after Maldivian Minister Mariyam Shiuna made disparaging remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Lakshwadeep. Shiuna, who is the Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment in the Maldives, called PM Modi 'clown' and 'puppet of Israel' on X. However, her post was quickly taken down from the site. Reacting to the derogatory remarks, the Maldives government distanced itself from the controversy, saying, ''These opinions are personal and do not represent the views of the Government of Maldives.'' In a statement, the Government of Maldives said that it is aware of the derogatory remarks made by the minister on social media platforms. "These opinions are personal and do not represent the views of the Government of Maldives. The Government believes that the freedom of expression should be exercised in a democratic and responsible manner, and in ways that do not spread hatred, negativity, and hinder close relationships between the Maldives and its international partners," the statement said. Maldives National Party condemns racist and derogatory comments made by a government official against a foreign head of State. This is unacceptable. We urge the government to take necessary action against those involved. — Maldives National Party (@MNP_Secretariat) January 7, 2024 × On Sunday evening, all the three ministers, Shiuna, Malsha and Hassan Zihan were suspended by the government over derogatory remarks made about Indian PM Modi. In an official statement, Maldives government spokesperson Ibrahim Khaleel said, "All government officials responsible for the comments have been suspended from their posts, effective immediately." (With inputs from agencies)

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Dunki: SRK returns to the big screen with his 3rd film of 2023

2023 was a year of blockbuster films and shows, the search giant Google under its year 2023 in search - it has released a list of the top 10 most searched movies. Three Indian movies are also on the list. Watch the video to know more.

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Indian cinema memorabilia goes under the hammer

An auction with Indian Cinema Memorabilia is all set to take place from November 23rd to 25th. Check out the video to know more.

Celebrating Indian Cinema's female icons: A tribute to Madhubala, Zeenat Aman & more | WION

The 54th International Film Festival of India is currently underway in Goa. Anurag Thakur, Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting inaugurated the event and honoured Indian actor Madhuri Dixit with a special recognition for her contribution to the cinema industry.

International Film Festival of India: India actor Madhuri Dixit honoured at festival

Did you know the gown Sushmita Sen wore for Miss India pageant wasn't a designer piece, but sewn by a Delhi tailor? Find out more such rare facts about Aarya3 actor.

Know your star: Sushmita Sen

WION was in an exclusive conversation with Shilpa Shetty Kundra as she talked about the platform Hunar - she being the company's brand ambassador - spoke about the benefits of rise of digital education and how women are now getting good jobs in Bollywood.

Shilpa Shetty in exclusive conversation with WION, talks about digital education, women in Bollywood

Music Composer AR Rahman faced criticism for his rendition of 'Karar Oi Louho Kopat' that was originally written by revolutionary poet Kavi Nazul Islam. The makers have now issued a statement makers of Pippa have clarified that a Rahman's redition of the song which was used in Bollywood.

'Pippa' makers offer 'sincere apologies' after outrage, say 'our intent was to pay homage' | WION

For many, Shah Rukh Khan is synonymous with Bollywood. Having delivered consecutive blockbusters with 'Pathaan' and 'Jawan', the actor has once again cemented his position as an action hero this year. Let's take a look at how well you know King Khan.

Know your star | Shah Rukh Khan

Indian actor Aishwarya Rai has been a household name ever since she was crowned Miss India 1994. Today, she turns 50 but did you know she featured in an advertisement when she was only in ninth grade.

Happy Birthday, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan! Actor turns 50 | World News | WION

Bollywood actor Ishaan Khatter speaks to WION's Zeba Khan on his latest audio series Ravan Rising on Audible, trying his hands at all mediums available and more

WION Exclusive| Candid interview with Ishaan Khatter

It doesn't get bigger than Gadar 2 and the younger lot of actors involved with the film, Utkarsh Sharma and Simrat Kaur can't stop gushing at the positive response their film has been receiving. Speaking to WION's Zeba Khan, Utkarsh and Simrat speak about what makes this film extra special apart from being the biggest film of 2023, that turned around the box office numbers for Hindi cinema in this year.

Gadar 2 actors discuss fame, success and more

As a Bollywood cult classic, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, completes 25 years in the industry, Indian actor Bhumi Pednekar talks about her latest movie, 'Thank You For Coming'. Find out more in this latest episode of E-Club.

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai completes 25 years, Bhumi Pednekar talks about 'Thank You For Coming', and more

As 'Thank You For Coming' takes over cinemas, Bhumi Pednekar opens up about her film's premiere at Toronto International Film Festival. The actor also talks about modern-day fairytales and her favourite leading ladies from the entertainment among other things.

Bhumi Pednekar on 'Thank you for coming' at tiff

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