Before becoming a popular entertainer, Jagadish Kumar, also known as Jagadish, was a successful college lecturer in India, teaching commerce and business management. Recently, he discovered that one of his students was now a minister in the state of Kerala. This unexpected reunion highlights the diverse backgrounds of many prominent figures in the entertainment industry and the influence they have had in their previous professions. Jagadish's family also has a strong background in academics, with his father, sister, late wife, and daughter all being involved in teaching.
Tollywood legend Megastar Chiranjeevi's 69th birthday was celebrated by the entire industry, with his brother Pawan Kalyan's standout tribute receiving immense praise. The statement hailed Chiranjeevi's contributions to philanthropy and his support during the Andhra Pradesh elections. As fans celebrated the close bond between the brothers, the first look of Chiranjeevi's highly anticipated film, directed by Vassistha Mallidi, added to the festivities.
The alliance between BJP and JD(S) in Karnataka is facing a new challenge as they must determine a joint candidate for the upcoming Assembly bypoll in Channapatna. BJP MLC C P Yogeshwara has stated that he will run as an independent if the coalition does not choose him. With a bypoll triggered by HD Kumaraswamy's resignation, the BJP leadership has been holding discussions with Yogeshwara to decide on a candidate. Yogeshwara, who has held the Channapatna seat five times in the past, is pushing for his experience to be considered.
In a late Saturday night announcement, President Droupadi Murmu named nine new governors for various states, including BJP veteran Santosh Gangwar as the Governor of Jharkhand. The appointments come after the BJP faced significant setbacks in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra in the recent Lok Sabha elections. Other notable appointments include former Deputy CM of Tripura Jishnu Dev Varma as Governor of Congress-ruled Telangana and retired IAS officer K Kailashnathan as Lt Governor of Puducherry.
The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), led by Sharad Pawar, faced a tough battle in the 2024 Maharashtra election after his nephew Ajit Pawar deserted him and the party lost key leaders and its symbol. However, the people of Maharashtra showed their support by giving 8 Lok Sabha seats to Sharad Pawar's faction, while Ajit Pawar's faction managed only one seat. The new working president of the NCP, P C Chacko, reveals that there has been a shift in support and many MLAs are now returning to the party, apologizing for their actions during the tumultuous period.
Tamil Nadu's former AIADMK Minister S P Velumani held BJP state chief K Annamalai responsible for the dissolution of the AIADMK-BJP alliance in the recent Lok Sabha elections, claiming that the combined parties would have secured 30-35 seats if they had remained united. Although Annamalai rejected this statement, former Governor Dr Tamilisai Soundararajan supported Velumani's view, stating that DMK would not have won all 39 seats if BJP was still allied with AIADMK. Velumani defended his stance, stating that BJP's criticisms of AIADMK leaders such as C N Annadurai, J Jayalalithaa, and Edappadi K Palaniswami led to the breakdown of the alliance. He urged Annamalai to stop criticizing AIADMK and work towards fulfilling the promises made to the people during election campaigning.
Discover the incredible technology behind Disney's unique method of overlaying live actors with animated scenes. While green screens have become the industry standard, learn how Disney used dichroic beam splitters and monochromatic sodium light to achieve stunning visual effects. See it recreated by [Corridor Crew] using modern equipment, and witness the potential for this method to make a comeback in filmmaking.
Vineet Nayyar, a renowned figure in the Indian Business landscape, passed away at the age of 85. A former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, Nayyar also worked with the World Bank and held several senior positions in the private sector. He played a significant role in Tech Mahindra's acquisition of Satyam and was appointed as the Vice Chairman of crisis-hit IL&FS in 2018. His demise has left a void in the business world, with many paying their respects to his leadership and wisdom.
The tech industry mourns the loss of Vineet Nayyar, former Vice-Chairman of Tech Mahindra, who passed away at the age of 85. Known for his crucial role in Tech Mahindra's growth and revival of Satyam Computer Services, Nayyar was a respected tech evangelist with over 40 years of experience in both private and public sectors. His contributions to the industry and his exemplary leadership will be remembered fondly.
On Ram Charan's 39th birthday, cousin and actor Allu Arjun wished him in a unique way by sharing a montage of clips from a family wedding in Italy. The video features Ram Charan dancing to 'Naatu Naatu' with Allu Arjun. The two actors can also be seen recreating the iconic pose from Ram Charan's upcoming film 'Pushpa'. Allu Arjun also wrote a heartfelt birthday message for his cousin.