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As Sai Pallavi draws attention for taking on the role of Sita in Ramayana Part 1, revisit five memorable performances of the actress that showcase her acting range and versatility.

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As excitement builds for Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana, revisit the films, TV shows, and animated adaptations that introduced generations to Lord Ram and his timeless journey - from his exile to his epic battle with the demon king Ravana and later claiming his throne in Ayodhya.

Ahead of Ranbir Kapoor’s Ramayana, revisit the most memorable Ramayana adaptations on screen

 Agatha Christie wrote some of the most iconic mystery thrillers. She is known for her 66 mystery novels and 14 short stories.

Here are the top 7 books by Agatha Christie according to Reader's Digest.

The story follows the arrival of 10 strangers who landed on an island invited by a mysterious host. The plot takes a twist when the host is absent,  and one of the guests dies mysteriously.


This novel is the most iconic story by the author, on a detective trying to solve a gruesome murder in a train. The story has been adapted for the screen twice: in 1975 and 2017.


The first book to feature Christie's famous Belgian detective Hercule Poirot. In this work, Poirot had recently shifted to London and his neighbour was murdered. He tries to solve the mystery.


Multiple people confess to a murder because the victim was so detestable that several people wished him dead. The plot follows a feisty detective who then tries to solve the case by dissecting the personal relationships of the suspects.

A stand-alone mystery without any famous characters, this book is the author’s favourite. The story follows a wealthy businessman found dead in his mansion. Many say his wife is the culprit, without any proof.  The book was turned into a movie in 2017.

The book is the first Marple story by the author. A local newspaper warns of a murder that will be committed in the near future. The plot twist is, all the detectives start their investigation before the crime is committed.

The book follows a story of two exes stuck on the Nile River cruise which leads to the murder of one.  Hercule Poirot, the Belgian detective, steps in to solve the mystery. The story was adapted into a movie in the year 1978.


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Taylor Swift’s Infamous Celebrity Feuds

Taylor Swift's hit track 'Bad Blood' was about her feud with pop star Katy Perry. Their friendship ended after Swift accused Perry of stealing backup dancers from her Red Tour.


Taylor got into a feud with Kanye West after the latter interrupted the pop star's speech during the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards. As Swift accepted the award for Best Female Video, the rapper remarked that Beyoncé should have won.


In the year 2019, reports emerged that Braun had purchased Swift's former record label, Big Machine Records along with all the rights to her songs. This was when the songstress accused him of “incessant manipulative bullying".


Swift claimed that after her feud with Scooter, Bieber shared a post on Instagram that seemed to poke fun at the pop star's tussle with Scooter and Kanye.


Taylor Swift said on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in the year 2008 that Joe Jonas dumped her over a 25-second phone call.

In the year 2015, Nicki Minaj took to Twitter and posted a series of tweets after she wasn't nominated for the MTV Video Music Awards. Her rant made Swift feel as if she was shading her since 'Bad Blood' made it to the nominations.


In the year 2015, Miley Cyrus threw shade at the singer in an interview with The New York Times.

Here's the list of Taylor Swift’s infamous celebrity feuds

'Barbie' May Be A Hit, But These Dolls Weren't

The doll was launched under the names 'Growing Up Skipper' and 'Growing Up Ginger'. The young tween doll had the "ability" to grow breasts, all you had to do was crank its arm and pop they appeared.


Launched under the name 'Earring Magic Ken', this 1993 doll was supposed to make Barbie's companion "cooler". The doll wore a mesh shirt, a purple pleather vest, a necklace, and an earring in his left ear. Some thought that this doll promoted homosexuality. Today it is a collector's item.


This pregnant Barbie doll was named Midge and was discontinued because some thought it was promoting teen pregnancy. Midge did get a mention in the first moments of the movie.


The doll named 'Tanner the Dog' could poop and came with a pooper-scooper. Its food/poop pellets contained a magnet that reportedly was loose and became a health hazard.

It seems like a good idea, but 'Video Girl Barbie' was an actual camera, with a video screen on its back. In 2010, the FBI warned that this doll posed a danger and could be used for child pornography.

The doll was discontinued for obvious reasons — its name. This Ken was not a sugar daddy in the slang term kind of way, rather he was the daddy of a dog named Sugar. As per Inverse, the doll was a special collector's edition doll and was discontinued in 2012.


'Barbie' the movie starring Margot Robbie is a hit, and it inspired us to look into some 'Barbie' universe dolls that were a flop.

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Yosemite National Park has beautiful waterfalls, breathtaking scenery and is the most loved place for picnics in the country. 


Hurricane Hole is a combination of three bays, Otter Creek, Water Creek, and Princess Bay. It has crystal clear water and provides once in a lifetime experience.


Mount Hood is referred to as the crown jewel of Columbia River and is also considered an active volcano but it hasn’t erupted till now.

Redwood National and State Park is home to several hundred species of animals and trees. It welcomes more than 4,00,000 visitors every year. 


Mosquito Bay provides once in a lifetime experience because of its blue glow which makes the place mesmerising. It gets its name from the microscopic organisms which give a blue glow if agitated. 

The place is also known as a red-rock wonderland as it holds beautiful rock formations, beautiful stone arches, and unique hiking trails.

The Crater Lake National Park has the deepest lake in the country. Crater Lake has azure water which makes it beautiful. The park is also known for its clean air and is very famous amongst hikers.

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Harry Potter Characters in Indian Attire, Courtesy AI


Here's how, AI imagined Harry Potter characters if they wore Indian attire.

Harry Potter is the wizard boy in the JK Rowling book series. He is a courageous and determined young wizard. As a true Gryffindor, he sets on the path to destroy Horcruxes and defeat Lord Voldemort.


Harry’s companion and best friend, Ron always showed loyalty towards him. He also left Hogwarts magic school with Harry to support him in his quest.

Harry’s mentor and friend, he was the former headmaster of Hogwarts. Dumbledore is very clever and Harry doubts his wisdom throughout the different course of events in the novel.

Other than being Harry’s friend, Hermione was the smartest witch of her time. Her planning and research abilities helped Harry and Ron multiple times during the quest.

Ginny Weasley was Ron’s younger sister and Harry’s wife. With time, she proved herself as a strong ally of her group.

Harry Potter Characters in Indian Attire, Courtesy AI

Colin Munro, one of New Zealand’s dependable big hitters, debuted in first-class cricket in 2006. He has accumulated 107 sixes in T20 International matches.

Evin Lewis, a left-handed batsman from the West Indies, is considered one of the finest players in the T20I circuit. He has showcased his big-match abilities with 111 sixes in T20I matches. 

The 32-year-old right-handed batsman, Jos Buttler, has earned a reputation as England’s first global Twenty20 superstar, tallying 113 sixes in T20I matches. 

Virat Kohli, one of India’s most loved cricketers known for his exceptional skills, has displayed his aggressive intent with 117 sixes in T20I matches. 

Eoin Joseph Gerard Morgan of England occupies the sixth spot in the list of players with the most sixes in T20I matches, having struck 120 maximums. 

Stirling made his ODI debut at the early age of 17 and has showcased an impressive display of power hitting with 122 sixes to his name in T20I matches. 

The powerful left-handed Jamaican batsman, Gayle, is widely regarded as one of the best batsmen in the world. He has smashed 124 sixes in T20I matches. 

An aggressive Australian batsman, Aaron Finch was appointed T20I captain in 2014. With 125 sixes in T20I matches, he secures the third top position among players with the most maximums. 

Martin James Guptill, a 36-year-old right-handed opening batsman from New Zealand, has struggled to make a mark in Test cricket despite his remarkable performance in ODIs. He has hit 173 sixes in T20I matches. 

India’s Rohit Gurunath Sharma leads the pack with an impressive count of 182 sixes in T20I matches. 

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Since Chandrayaan-3 was launched, space enthusiasts around the world are awaiting the landing of India's lunar mission on the Moon. How will planets in the solar system look, from the perspective of Chandrayaan-3? Here are the pics, as imagined by AI. 

Artificial Intelligence has created these stunning photos, imagining earth as seen from the lunar surface.


Venus is often referred to as Earth's twin because of its similar size to Earth. But Venus revolves very slowly around the Sun. One day on Venus is equal to 243 Earth days.


This is how Earth will look from Chandrayaan-3. Earth is the fifth largest planet in the Solar System, and the only one that has life. 


Mars is one of the most explored planets of the solar system. It has extinct volcanoes, polar ice caps, and canyons. It is the only planet where rovers sent from Earth are roaming to explore the alien landscape. 


Jupiter is a gas giant and is the largest planet in the solar system. It rotates around once every 11 hours and takes 12 Earth years to complete one orbit around the sun.


It is the second largest planet in our solar system and has beautiful rings around it. These beautiful rings add to the uniqueness of the planet. 


Uranus is a huge ice giant and has the third-largest diameter in the solar system. Uranus takes around 84 Earth years to complete an orbit of the Sun.


Neptune is the farthest planet in the solar system. It takes 16 hours to rotate and 165 Earth years to complete an orbit around the sun.


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8 Carnivorous Plants That Feed On Insects

The plant is known to digest frogs very easily, leaving only the skin on the animal's feet.

As soon as the tiny hairs of the Venus Flytrap's leaves are brushed twice by an unsuspecting bug, they snap shut.

This is a meat-eating plant and its leaves are filled with rainwater. The bugs fly inside the plant but do not fly out.

Bugs are confused by the translucent windows in the leaves of the plant. They tend to believe they are escaping, but actually, they fly deeper inside.


The bristles of Butterwort have gluey hair which snag insects till the digestive juices of the plant do their work.

The plant preys on insects as well as small animals for extra nutrition. It is called a "monkey cup" because the leaves of the plant are used as cups by monkeys for drinking water.

The plant attracts thirsty bugs through what appears to them as raindrops. However, the “water” is actually a glue-like substance which traps insects.

The plants survive in the water and can trap tiny aquatic animals in cup-shaped leaves.

Sobhita Dhulipala and Ishaan Khatter's show-stopping moments at the FDCI India Couture Week will undoubtedly be etched in the memories of fashion enthusiasts and industry aficionados for years to come.

Janhvi Kapoor graced the ramp in this stunning midnight blue lehenga for designer Gaurav Gupta.

Ranbir Kapoor served true desi boy vibes at the gala as he presented celebrity designer Kunal Rawal’s 'Dhup Chao' collection at Taj Palace.

Kiara Advani looked stunning in this pink embellished mermaid lehenga, exuding elegance and glamour for Falguni Shane Peacock’s mesmerising new collection.

Quashing the popular narrative that only women can wear lehengas, well-known gay model Rabanne Victor was seen decked up in a beautiful gold lehenga for Falguni and Shane Peacock's show.

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Alia Bhatt broke all the bars when she played the role of sweet and simple Badru, a homemaker who is a victim of domestic violence. Bhatt beautifully brought out the emotions of innocent and vulnerable Badru, who decided to take things into her hand against her abusive husband Hamza.

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After making her debut with Student Of The Year, Alia proved her acting mettle as she perfectly portrayed the role of a troubled girl who finds solace in the company of her kidnapper.

Alia is one actress in Bollywood who gets into the skin of the character. When Sanjay Leela Bhansali's announced Alia as a lead, everyone was sceptical about whether sweet Alia would be able to play the role of a brothel owner. But with her incredible portrayal of a sex worker, Alia managed to grab millions of eyes. 

Alia Bhatt's performance as Bauria, a Bihari migrant worker in Udta Punjab, deserves all the applause. She perfectly brought out the different emotions of her character, who lost everything in her life.


Alia's portrayal of Kiara in the slice-of-life film was flawless. She played the role of an urban girl who is a cinematographer and sought counselling after going through a heartbreak. Alia's performance as a strong and independent yet vulnerable character was so moving and authentic that you can't help but empathize with her.


''Mere boyfriend ke saath koi gulu gulu karenga toh toh dhoptuingi hi na usko'', the dialogue that makes Safeena stand out. In Zoya Akhtar's film, Alia played the feisty Safeena, she's emotional, violent and aggressive, but at last, you will fall in love with her character.

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7 Times Aliens & UFOs Were Allegedly Sighted In India

A video of a strange humanoid figure was captured walking on the streets of Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh in 2021. The video soon went viral.

A black circle was spotted by the residents of Delhi in the sky in March 2022. It appeared like a perfect black circle and was uniform in size, thickness, and diameter.

Locals living in Kongka La Pass, which is near the India-China border in Ladakh, have reported seeing flying saucers and other unidentified flying objects in the area many times over the years.

A pilot in 2014 claimed to have seen a green and white UFO flying at a height of almost 26,000 feet near Pune.



6. Chennai spots strange orange lights in sky

Locals claimed to have seen five specks of bright orange light move in the sky of Chennai from south to north in 2013, as per a report in The Hindu.

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A bright mysterious light suddenly lit the sky of Kolkata for three minutes in December 2022 before it disappeared into thin air.

Bollywood Box Office Report: Hits And Misses Of 2023 So Far 


The first half of 2023 has gone by, and in the past six months, we’ve had a bunch of releases, from Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan to Prabhas’ Adipurush. 

While Pathaan become a massive hit, Om Raut’s film tanked at the box office. 


As we begin the second half, let’s review the Bollywood box office report for the first six months. 


Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback movie earned big moolah at the worldwide box office. The film grossed ₹1,050 crore worldwide. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film became the highest-grossing Hindi film worldwide in 2023. 

Salman Khan’s Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan was one of the few disappointments in the first half. The film was bashed by critics and audience alike. The movie did a decent job at the box office, thanks to the big festival date of Eid. Made with a budget of ₹132.5 crore, the film grossed over ₹182.44 crore globally.  

Adah Sharma-starrer The Kerala Story may have created massive controversy across the country, but the film became a massive hit. Sudipto Sen’s directorial earned ₹303.97 crore at the worldwide box office. 

Akshay Kumar and Emraan Hashmi failed to impress the audience. The movie failed to rake in numbers and has been a huge commercial failure. The movie earned only ₹23.63 crore at the box office. 


Mani Ratnam delivered one of the biggest hits last year, and this year, the second part of Ponniyin Selvan took the box office by storm.  The film, which boasts an ensemble cast, earned over Rs 345 crore at the box office worldwide.

The biggest disappointment of this year. Om Raut’s film, which was made on a hefty budget of Rs 500 crore, bombed at the box office. The mega-budget movie, which is an onscreen adaptation of Valmiki’s Ramayana, an ancient Hindu epic, earned ₹450 crore. 

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Oppenheimer Cast Attends Indian Wedding, Courtesy AI 

AI brought this unique concept to life by employing advanced computer-generated imagery and special effects. 


The star cast of the Christopher Nolan film is seen wearing traditional Indian outfits in these AI-generated snaps. 

The pictures are currently doing rounds on social media, leaving many impressed.

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5 Secrets to Happy and Fulfilling Relationship 

Communication is the cornerstone of any successful relationship. It involves both talking and actively listening to your partner. Open and honest communication fosters trust and understanding. 

Understanding each other’s strengths, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities creates a safe space where both partners feel accepted and cherished. 


In our fast-paced lives, finding quality time for each other is crucial. Dedicate time to engage in activities you both enjoy, free from distractions. 

Trust is the bedrock of a deep and strong relationship. Be reliable, keep your promises, and be there for your partner in both good and challenging times.

Encourage each other’s personal growth and support one another’s aspirations. Be each other’s cheerleader, celebrating achievements, and providing comfort during setbacks.

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5 Stars Who Almost Landed Roles in Barbie 


Before Margot Robbie stepped into the titular role, Amy Schumer was set to play the iconic doll back in 2016 in a film backed by Sony Pictures. 

Months after Amy Schumer’s exit, The Hollywood Reporter shared that Anne Hathaway was in talks to join the film in the titular role. 

In an interview with People, Ronan said that she was gutted she couldn’t play ‘another Barbie’ in the Greta Gerwig film. 

Gal Gadot was supposed to play Barbie in the Greta Gerwig film, however, she was unable to commit to the role at the time. 

Greta Gerwig herself said in an interview that she really wanted to have Timothée Chalamet on board for the role of Ken but things didn’t work out. 

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Ranveer's role was more difficult to play on screen than ALia's but the actor, known for his versatality, nails it. Rocky is over the top in the beginning but has layers to his character where he wants to adapt to Rani's culture and unlearn a few things on the way

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Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani review: Ranveer shines in a predictable story


At the onset, Karan Johar's latest film, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani may look like a love story but it is actually a story of two families from very diverse backgrounds coming together and adjusting to each other as their children fall in love. 

In his previous films, Johar talked about dysfunctional families, adultery, unrequited love and loving parents. All these films have had family dramas as the backdrop. His latest is an amalgamation of all these but unlike his previous films, Rocky Aur Rani also put in relevant messages on patriarchy, misogyny, sexism and much more in the nearly three-hour-long film. 

Amid all the showsha, dialogue baazi lies a story of two very different people falling for each other. The lead pair is as different as chalk and cheese. He is a loud Punjabi boy from a conservative business family in Delhi while she is a successful TV journalist from a liberal, creative and modern-thinking Bengali family. One would never expect the two to fall in love and yet they do. 


The problem starts when they, after accepting their feelings for each other, realise that their families are very different and would never agree to their alliance. And so they decide to swap their homes.

Rani goes to stay at the Randhawa Palace, where Dhanlakshmi Randhawa (Jaya Bachchan), Rocky's authoritative grandmother rules the household and Rocky goes to stay at the Chatterjee Villa where the gender roles are not so clearly defined. Rani's father (Tota Roychoudhury) is a dancer and mother (Churni Ganguly) is an English professor .


Writers Ishita Moitra, Shashank Khaitan and Sudip Roy include conversations on mysogny, feminism, racism, body positivity and patriarchy within the two families. These make the film rather a hatke Johar film.


There is a lot of cultural appropriation in the film and both Punjabis and Bengalis are shown with a generic lens. But the director and writers call out both communities fairly.


A decade ago, Shoojit Sircar's Vicky Donor had a similar premise- a Punjabi boy falling for a Bengali girl and their respective families taking their time to adjust to their cultural differences. The film's scenes were far more realistic and hence impactful. 

Alia looks stunning and plays the confidant, perfect Rani very well who is feisty and is the voice for those who need one.


It's refreshing to see Shabana Azmi and Dharmendra romancing each other. They even indulge in PDA on screen - a rarity for Hindi cinema.

The film is tad too long. At two hours 48 minutes, it stretches on a bit too much with unnecessary scenes in the first half and a few melodramatic ones in the second half. It also is ultimately a very predictable story. 


Despite the predictability and its duration, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is a wholesome family movie. It touches upon relevant topics but doesn't delve deeper and keeps entertainment as its primary focus.


Billed as a big-budget multi-starrer summer entertainer, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani is quintessentially Bollywood in every sense of the term.

Happy Birthday Dhanush: A Look At His Best On-Screen Performances 

Dhanush is considered one of the finest actors in India. He made his debut in 2002 with the Tamil movie Thulluvadho Ilamai, and rules the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. 



On his special day, let’s take a look at his finest performances. 


Dhanush played the role of a mentally-disturbed man in this romantic thriller. Directed by his brother Selvaraghavan, Dhanush’s performance got rave reviews from critics and audiences alike. 

This was Dhanush’s first bilingual Telugu-Tamil film. Helmed by Venky Atluri, titled Sir in Telugu, Dhanush played the role of lecturer for the first time in his career. 



Directed by R. Balki, Dhanush starred alongside megastar Amitabh Bachchan. The film revolves around an aspiring actor who cannot speak. However, he becomes a star overnight after a homeless man who has a powerful voice becomes his voice. 

This 2013 film by Anand L. Rai marked Dhanush’s acting debut in Bollywood and, needless to say, it was a smashing debut. Raanjhanaa was an epic love story that centres around Dhanush’s character, Kundan. 

Dhanush’s third Hindi film and second collaboration with director Anand L Rai. This film has a dose of everything in it — a little drama, love, anger, and tears. Also, starring Sara Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar, Dhanush plays a medical student who hails from southern India. 

The actor made his Hollywood debut with The Gray Man. Helmed by director duo brothers Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, Dhanush plays an assassin in the film that also stars Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana De Armas, and Rege Jean Page in pivotal roles. 

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