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Sarke Chunar row: Director Prem says there are other issues like war, LPG crisis

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Sarke Chunar row: Director Prem says there are other issues like war, LPG crisis



Sarke Chunar row: Director Prem says there are other issues like war, LPG crisis

The director of KD: The Devil, Prem, has addressed the backlash and controversy surrounding the song Sarke Chunar from the film. He revealed that while he wrote the Kannada lyrics of the song, he didn`t fully understand the Hindi version. He also stated how at a time when important issues like the Iran-Israel-US war and LPG shortage, there`s no need to turn song into a controversy.

Prem breaks his silence on Sarke Chunar row

During an interview with Hindustan Times, Prem reacted to speculation that the outrage and controversy were a publicity stunt for the film. He dismissed the claim, saying, “I don’t want any controversy. Mine is an emotional film, and the song is meant to be something people dance to at parties. It’s been well received in Karnataka and Kerala. Why would I want controversy?” 

Further talking about the lyrics of the song, Prem explains that while he wrote the original Kannada lyrics, the Hindi version was translated by lyricist Raqueeb Alam. He confessed that he was unaware of the specific words that later drew criticism. “Everything went smoothly with the Kannada original. I didn’t understand the Hindi words used in translation, as I am not fluent in the language. I come from a village where phrases like ‘neeche mat gira, uthao’ are part of everyday speech, it’s Janapada,” he shared.

The filmmaker says the contentious lines have now been changed and the updated version will be sent to the Censor Board soon. He also expressed regret, saying, “If anyone is hurt, I am very sorry. Our big film faced a small lyrics issue, but it has been blown out of proportion. There are so many larger problems in the world, war hai, LPG gas ki problem hai toh kyun ek gaane pe itni badi controversy kar di?”

About the Sarke Chunar controversy

The song Sarke Chunar Teri Sarke, featuring Sanjay Dutt and Nora Fatehi, sparked a controversy for its objectionable lyrics and choreography. The backlash led to the removal of the song from YouTube and other streaming platforms. It even backfired as a reported fatwa was issued against Nora.

On the other hand, the National Commission for Women had also issued summons to Nora and Sanjay in connection with the controversy by taking a suo motu cognisance of the issue. Meanwhile, Nora Fatehi addressed the row, saying she had no idea about the Hindi version and had not allowed permission for her image to be used in it.


IPL 2026: Will RCB bowling struggle without Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal? Aakash Chopra reacts

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IPL 2026: Will RCB bowling struggle without Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal? Aakash Chopra reacts


Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra shared his views on Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s bowling combination, suggesting that the team could encounter difficulties this season. With Josh Hazlewood unavailable for the first few matches and Yash Dayal ruled out for the entire season, the defending champions may face added pressure in their bowling department, according to Chopra.

RCB’s preparations are in full swing ahead of their opening match on March 28 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Both teams have been training extensively while testing different combinations ahead of the new season. Amid these build-ups, Chopra released a video on his YouTube channel discussing his analysis and RCB’s probable playing XI.

RCB’s bowling unit to face challenges

Last season, Hazlewood played a crucial role for RCB, picking up 22 wickets in 12 matches at an average of 17.54. However, due to recent injuries, the Australian pacer will miss the initial phase of the tournament.

Dayal also made significant contributions, stepping up in the death overs and taking key wickets. In a match against CSK, Yash Dayal dismissed MS Dhoni with a classic yorker while conceding just 18 runs in his three overs. However, the franchise has confirmed that he will miss the entire tournament due to personal reasons.

Also Read: IPL 2026 preview: Injuries pile up, but do KKR have an Ajinkya Rahane problem too?

Apart from this, Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma picked up a combined total of 25 wickets in the previous IPL season. However, with both Yash and Josh unavailable, the major responsibility now shifts towards Suyash, Krunal, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Chopra doubts whether this trio will be able to take on that responsibility and deliver the same kind of bowling performance as last year.

“I do feel slight problems could come in bowling. I am already seeing that. Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma did very well last year. It surprised everyone because I felt there was a slight weakness there, but both managed really well,” Aakash Chopra said.

“However, will they be able to do that in the second year as well? If two or three matches don’t go well, will you try to remove Suyash and bring someone else? These are the questions that can pop up, and now, since Josh Hazlewood and Yash Dayal aren’t there, there might be more pressure on the bowlers,” he added.

Can Mangesh Yadav replace Dayal?

The newly recruited left-arm all-rounder Mangesh Yadav could be an option for RCB’s bowling lineup. The youngster from Madhya Pradesh was bought for 5.20 crore at the IPL 2026 auction.

He is a left-arm pacer and a capable lower-order batsman. He is being seen as a replacement for Yash Dayal and is expected to bring structure and balance to the bowling lineup. However, Aakash Chopra mentioned that Yadav may not immediately replicate Dayal’s impact.

“I have heard the new player, Mangesh Yadav, is very good. I am really hopeful that he will perform well, but expecting the same things from him that you expected from Yash is not always easy. So I definitely see a challenge in the bowling unit,” he said.

Towards the end of the video, Chopra predicted that veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar could finish as RCB’s highest wicket-taker this season.

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Mar 25, 2026 19:59 IST


Dhurandhar 2 actor Vivek Sinha thanks Aditya Dhar for changing his life: ‘Poora Hindustan aapke saath khada ho gaya’

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Dhurandhar 2 actor Vivek Sinha thanks Aditya Dhar for changing his life: ‘Poora Hindustan aapke saath khada ho gaya’


Dhurandhar 2 has been on a bumper run at the box office ever since it released nationwide last week. Not only Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal or R Madhavan received praise, viewers even singled out key performers from the supporting cast of the film who added to the impact. One of them was actor Vivek Sinha, who played the role of hijacker Zahoor Mistry in the film. Vivek thanked director Aditya Dhar in a new post, saying that he changed his life as an actor. (Also read: Dhurandhar actor Vivek Sinha breaks silence amid backlash for his ‘darpok Hindu’ dialogue in film: ‘Itna gussa?’)

Vivek Sinha with Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar.
Vivek Sinha with Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar.

What Vivek Sinha said

Vivek appears in the opening few minutes of the films, where his character has the dialogue: “Hindu ek darpok qaum hai, pados mein hi rehte hai hum, goodebhar ka zor laga lo aur bigaad lo joh bigaad sakte ho (Hindus are a cowardly community, we live in the neighbourhood, use all your strength and spoil whatever you can).” In the sequel, the actor also appears for a brief while; however, many viewers have praised his performance.

Vivek posted a picture with Aditya Dhar and wrote, “सर लव यू आपने हवा ही बदल दी मेरे लिए मुंबई की (Sir, Love you! You have changed my life in Mumbai).”

He continued, “मुंबई क्या है ये फील अब हो रहा है दिल से शुक्रिया इतिहास में मेरा भी नाम दर्ज कराने के लिए. फिल्म इंडस्ट्री को एक ऐसे मुकाम पर पहुँचाने के लिए सारा हिंदुस्तान आप के साथ खड़ा हो गया लोगों से बात करने पर पता चल रहा है कि आम आदमी भी 2 से 3 बार फिल्म देख कर आ रहा है और आप जैसे डायरेक्टर के साथ काम करने से किरदार में भी चमक आ जाती है ये फील कर रहा हूं मै (I am starting to see what the city of Mumbai holds for me. Thank you for making me a part of this history. You have taken the film industry to such a level that the entire nation is now standing beside you. Talking to people, I have come to realise how many have seen the film 2-3 times. Working with a director like you has brought so much to my character).”

About Dhurandhar

After its release in December last year, Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar went on to make history, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. It tells the story of an Indian spy infiltrating Karachi’s criminal and political underworld in Pakistan. The plot weaves together several real-life events involving geopolitical tensions, such as the 1999 IC-814 hijacking, the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and events surrounding Operation Lyari.

The sequel showed how Ranveer’s character was trained to become Hamza Ali Mazari. It also takes the story forward, showing him taking control of the power dynamics in Lyari while working to dismantle a terror network in Pakistan that threatens India. The film also featured an intense face-off between Arjun Rampal and Ranveer. Dhurandhar 2 also stars R Madhavan, Rakesh Bedi, Sara Arjun, Danish Pandor and Sanjay Dutt.


Priya Kapur removes Sunjay Kapur's mother Rani Kapur from RK Family Trust as trustee amid ongoing dispute

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Priya Kapur removes Sunjay Kapur's mother Rani Kapur from RK Family Trust as trustee amid ongoing dispute


Priya Sachdev Kapur, the widow of Sunjay Kapur, is involved in a legal dispute over his multimillion-dollar estate. The trouble began when his children, along with his former wife and actor Karisma Kapoor, approached the Delhi High Court, claiming that Priya had forged Sunjay’s will. Amid this, the dispute surrounding the RK Family Trust has escalated. As per the latest update from news agency ANI, Priya, who is a trustee and beneficiary of the RK Family Trust, has issued a notice removing Sunjay’s mother, Rani Kapur, as a trustee with effect from March 25, 2026. (Also read: Sunjay Kapur’s mother Rani Kapur seeks removal of Priya Kapur from RK Family Trust as trustee)

Sunjay Kapur with his wife Priya Kapur and mother Rani Kapur in happier times.
Sunjay Kapur with his wife Priya Kapur and mother Rani Kapur in happier times.

What the notice said

According to the notice, the RK Family Trust was established in 2017 as a private, irrevocable trust for the benefit of the late Sunjay Kapur, who was its sole beneficiary during his lifetime. Following his death in June 2025, the beneficial interests are stated to have devolved upon his children, including Master Azarias Suri Kapur, Ms Samaira Kapur, and Master Kiaan Kapur.

The notice states that concerns were raised regarding certain actions attributed to Rani Kapur after the death of the sole beneficiary, and refers to a cease-and-desist notice issued earlier in January 2026. It further records that Rani Kapur has approached the Delhi High Court, challenging the trust’s validity and seeking relief regarding its assets.

In the notice, Priya has stated that such actions are inconsistent with the terms of the trust deed and the provisions of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882, and are contrary to the interests of the beneficiaries. Invoking Clause 8.11 of the trust deed, she has communicated the removal of Rani Kapur as a trustee.

The notice clarifies that, as of March 25, 2026, Rani Kapur will not have any authority to act on behalf of the trust or deal with its assets, documents, or affairs. It also states that any actions taken in the name of the trust after this date would be invalid, with legal remedies reserved in the event of non-compliance.

This update comes a few days after Rani Kapur issued a formal notice seeking the removal of Priya Kapur as a purported trustee.

More details

Sunjay was the chairman of Sona Comstar. He married actor Karisma Kapoor in 2003. The couple became parents to their daughter, Samaira, in 2005 and their son, Kiaan, in 2011. In 2014, Karisma and Sunjay filed for divorce, and it was finalised in 2016. After the separation, Sunjay married Priya. The couple welcomed a son, Azarias, after they got married.

(via inputs from ANI)


Iran war live: US demands Tehran accept defeat; Israel pounds Lebanon

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Iran war live: US demands Tehran accept defeat; Israel pounds Lebanon



Iranian official describes US's 15-point plan as 'maximalist' as state television outlines five conditions for peace.


‘What’s wrong gentlemen?’ David Warner schools Shaheen, Rizwan for being distracted during PSL press conference

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‘What’s wrong gentlemen?’ David Warner schools Shaheen, Rizwan for being distracted during PSL press conference


The captains of the Pakistan Super League came together for a media interaction ahead of the new season, but it wasn’t just the cricket talk that grabbed attention. The press conference quickly picked up traction online after David Warner playfully called out fellow skippers for chatting among themselves while he was answering a question. His cheeky remark drew laughs from the room and eased the atmosphere, turning a routine interaction into a moment fans couldn’t stop sharing. Karachi ended last season in third place, with David Warner leading from the front. He scored 368 runs across 11 innings, averaging 33.45 while maintaining a brisk strike rate of 153.97, playing a key role in the team’s strong campaign.

David Warner pauses press conference, takes a cheeky dig at other PSL captains. (X Images)
David Warner pauses press conference, takes a cheeky dig at other PSL captains. (X Images)

The Aussie veteran was asked about the addition of Adam Zampa and Salman Ali Agha to the squad this season. In response, Warner pointed to the importance of building on last year’s effort, highlighting consistency and the need to settle quickly into familiar conditions, while backing the group to make a sharper start this time around.

“Yeah, look, it’s obviously good to have those guys, part of our group and for us it’s about trying to emulate a little bit of what we did last year and how we can improve from how we started last year as well. We’ve had five home games. And obviously, we’re down to two venues here, so there’s no excuse that we can’t get used to the venues and we can adapt as fast as we can,” Warner said in the presser.

Meanwhile, as he was answering a reporter’s question, Marnus Labuschagne was seen chatting with Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan joined in and shared a laugh. Noticing the distraction, Warner briefly paused mid-response and quipped, “What’s wrong, gentlemen? Oh, sorry, we got some school kids here.”

“I think we did well at the auction as well”: David Warner

Picking up on the lighter moment, Warner shifted the focus back to cricket, expressing confidence in his squad while outlining the aim of improving on last season and taking the fight to the opposition.

“But yeah, hopefully we can progress better than what we did last year. We’ve got a good group of players, and I think we did well at the auction as well. To compete against these guys and smash them all,” he added.


FKA Twigs files new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf over 'illegal NDA'

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FKA Twigs files new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf over 'illegal NDA'


FKA Twigs files new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf over 'illegal NDA'

Singer-songwriter FKA Twigs has filed a fresh lawsuit against her former flame, actor Shia LaBeouf, challenging an alleged ‘illegal nondisclosure agreement (NDA)’.The legal move comes months after the actors reached a settlement Twigs’ previous lawsuit. Tahliah Barnett, who is popular for her stage name FKA Twigs, reportedly received an arbitration demand from LaBeouf’s legal team, accusing her of breaching the agreement.

FKA Twigs files new lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf

According to The Hollywood Reporter, the claim arose from an interview in which she stated, “I wouldn’t feel safe” while discussing a chapter of her life behind her. While the arbitration was later dismissed, the dispute has now escalated into a new legal battle.In a complaint filed on Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, Twigs alleges that LaBeouf is attempting to unlawfully restrict her from speaking about issues related to sexual violence and her own experiences of alleged abuse. She is seeking a court order to block the enforcement of portions of the NDA, arguing that they violate California law.

FKA Twigs’ lawyer reacts

Mathew Rosengart, a lawyer for the singer-songwriter, in the complaint, wrote that Tahliah Barnett, “files this action to right a wrong, and also on behalf of other women who are the victims of sexual and domestic violence who do not have the resources to speak out and defend themselves from predators.”He went on to add, “In so doing, she seeks to ensure that survivors of sexual misconduct are not bullied or silenced like she was.”

About FKA Twigs 2025 lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf

Previously, the British singer filed a lawsuit against Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf, claiming that he was physically and emotionally abusive when she dated him from 2018 to 2019.FKA twigs further alleged that LaBeouf physically assaulted her numerous times and once threatened to crash a car with her in it unless she told him she loved him. She revealed that she started LaBeouf after she was cast in a supporting part in his 2019 movie ‘Honey Boy’, which was based on the actor’s childhood and his relationship with his abusive father.FKA twigs said she made several attempts to leave him that he resisted, but he later ended the relationship himself.

Shia LaBeouf dismisses allegations

In an email to the New York Times, LaBeouf said that “many of these allegations are not true,” but acknowledged that he owed his accusers “the opportunity to air their statements publicly and accept accountability for those things I have done”.“I have no excuses for my alcoholism or aggression, only rationalisations. I have been abusive to myself and everyone around me for years. I have a history of hurting the people closest to me. I’m ashamed of that history and am sorry to those I hurt,” the actor said.He revealed that he is in recovery and therapy over alcoholism and PTSD and added that he “will forever be sorry to the people that I may have harmed along the way.”


Sensex jumps 1.2k pts as efforts to end war gain pace

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Sensex jumps 1.2k pts as efforts to end war gain pace


Sensex jumps 1.2k pts as efforts to end war gain pace

NEW DELHI: With hopes of a resolution to the West Asia conflict rising, sensex rallied over 1,200 points in late session on Wednesday to close above the 75,000 mark again.As diplomatic initiatives to end the war between the US-Israel and Iran picked up pace, markets around the world rallied, crude oil prices slipped, and precious metals gained. The global bullish sentiment also led to a slowdown in foreign fund selling in domestic equities, which, combined with strong domestic buying lifted sensex by 1,205 points (1.6%) to 75,273 points. On the NSE, Nifty gained 394 points (1.7%) to close at 23,306 points.

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The day’s rally added Rs 8.2 lakh crore to investors’ wealth with BSE’s market capitalisation now at Rs 431 lakh crore, official data showed.According to Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Investments, markets continued to build on the previous day’s momentum as global risk sentiment improved, with hopes of peace emerging on the radar. “Potential diplomatic progress between the US and Iran-despite mixed geopolitical commentary-led to easing crude oil prices below $100/barrel, which was welcomed by the market. Early signs of normalisation in maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz are likely to further support investor confidence, although it may be early to comment.“On Wednesday, despite a muted close to the US markets the previous night, global markets rallied. Across Asia, Nikkei in Japan closed nearly 3% up while Hang Seng in Hong Kong was up 1.1% and Shanghai 1.3%. In Europe, in late trades FTSE in the UK was up 1.5% while Dax in Germany was up 1.6%. In early trades in US, Dow Jones and S& indices were up nearly 1% each while Nasdaq Composite was up 1.3%. And in Brazil, iBovespa was up 2% in opening trades.The sensex rally came despite a Rs 1,805-crore net selling by foreign funds, the lowest single-session figure since the war started. During the day, domestic investors were net buyers at Rs 5,430 crore, BSE data showed.


War-hit schedule sees Iran’s Tractor travel to Saudi for ACL quarterfinal berth | Football News

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War-hit schedule sees Iran’s Tractor travel to Saudi for ACL quarterfinal berth | Football News


War-hit schedule sees Iran's Tractor travel to Saudi for ACL quarterfinal berth

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has confirmed revised plans for its club competitions after disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, with key matches now set to be held in Saudi Arabia.Iran’s Tractor FC will travel to Saudi Arabia to face Shabab Al Ahli in a playoff. The winner will move into the quarterfinals of the Asian Champions League Elite, where they will meet Buriram United.The AFC conducted the quarterfinal draw on Wednesday, a day after announcing that the postponed western zone playoffs would take place on April 13 and 14 in Jeddah. The same city will also host the quarterfinals, semifinals and final from April 16 to 25.In another draw, Japan’s Vissel Kobe, which finished second in the east zone, will face the winner of the playoff between Al-Hilal and Al-Sadd.Defending champions Al-Ahli Saudi will play Al-Duhail, with the winner advancing to face Johor Darul Ta’zim in the quarterfinals.Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ittihad are set to take on Al-Wahda, and the winner will go on to meet Japan’s Machida Zelvia, which topped the east zone league stage.The AFC also said that the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Two and the AFC Challenge League, which were postponed due to the conflict, will now be played on April 19 and 22 at centralised venues that will be announced later.Cristiano Ronaldo’s club Al-Nassr is among the teams competing in the AFC Champions League Two.


The Traitors 2: Neha Dhupia reveals if she is joining Karan Johar`s show

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The Traitors 2: Neha Dhupia reveals if she is joining Karan Johar`s show



The Traitors 2: Neha Dhupia reveals if she is joining Karan Johar`s show

Actress Neha Dhupia recently addressed rumours about her participation in The Traitors India Season 2, hosted by Karan Johar. Several reports had been circulating on the internet claiming that the actress is set to join the reality show. However, Neha has put all rumours to rest by clarifying that she is not a part of the upcoming season.

Neha Dhupia denies joining The Traitors 2

The reality show is currently being shot in Rajasthan. Although the confirmed list of contestants has not been revealed, several celebrity names have been circulating online as potential participants. Neha Dhupia`s name had also been circulating among those rumoured to be joining the show. However, the actress has now confirmed that she is not participating as a contestant.

Taking to social media on Wednesday, Neha shared a post clearing the air. She wrote, “Neither am I a `traitor` nor am I an `innocent`. I`m just too busy going on DOUBLEDATE S Coming soon.”

Neha denied being part of The Traitors 2, and subtly hinted at an upcoming project seemingly titled Double Date. 

The Traitors 2 contestants

As The Traitors India Season 2 continues filming in Rajasthan, the speculations around its contestant lineup remain strong. According to reports doing the rounds on the internet, TV actress Krystle D`Souza, who was seen in Dhurandhar, is all set to join The Traitors India. Similarly, other reports suggest names like Rhea Chakraborty, Shalini Passi, Munawar Faruqui, and Mallika Sherawat among the celebs this season. YouTube personality Fukra Insaan (Abhishek Malhan) and comedian Kullu (Aaditya Kulshrestha) were also spotted arriving at Suryagarh Resort in Jaisalmer, where the show is being filmed, on March 23 for the show.

The second season marks a return of the reality show after the first season premiered on Amazon Prime Video India in 2025. Notably, the show was renewed for a second season even before its finale aired on July 3, 2025. The first season was jointly won by actress and social media star Uorfi Javed and poker player Nikita Luther. Karan hosted the debut season of the show and will be returning to host the second season as well. 

The participants of Season 1 included Raj Kundra, Purav Jha, Sufi Motiwala, Anshula Kapoor, Maheep Kapoor, Raftaar, Ashish Vidyarthi, Jannat Zubair, Elnaaz Norouzi, and Lakshmi Manchu, among others.