In a significant update on the Kanhaiyalal murder case, the Rajasthan High Court granted bail to accused Javed. The court found that the National Investigation Agency could not substantiate his involvement, leading to his release on bail. This case has also received attention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who referenced it during a rally and called it a "terrorist act."
In a stunning performance, Mushfiqur Rahim led his team to a 47-run lead against Pakistan in the first Test match in Rawalpindi. His unbeaten score of 173 runs shattered the previous record set by Javed Omar in 2003. Despite a strong display by the home team, Bangladesh now has a chance to claim their first win against Pakistan in their 14 matches.
The highly anticipated docuseries "Angry Young Men" has finally been released, featuring the iconic writer duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. Named after their famous "Angry Young Man" character, the series delves into the impact they made on Hindi cinema in the 1970s with their powerful scripts. Narrated by Salim-Javed and featuring insights from industry stars, the series offers a personal and honest look at their lives and legacy. Produced by Salman Khan Films and directed by Namrata Rao, the trailer has already sparked excitement among fans.
Indian screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar revealed on X that his account was hacked and a tweet supporting the Indian team at the 2024 Olympics was not from him. He further shared that he is filing a complaint with the authorities. This comes after many Bollywood celebrities congratulated Manu Bhaker for winning a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, with Javed being one of the well-wishers.
The Srinagar International Airport has initiated a structural safety audit of its buildings after a roof collapse at Delhi's Indira Gandhi Airport resulted in one death and eight injuries. The order was issued by Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, who emphasized the importance of proactive measures in light of the mishap. The director of Srinagar Airport, Javed Anjum, has announced that the airport will work with the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar to conduct the audit and submit a report to the ministry. He also reassured the public that regular inspections and thorough checks have been conducted to ensure the safety of the airport's structures.
In a recent appearance on The Great Indian Kapil Show, tennis star Sania Mirza opened up about her personal life after her divorce from cricketer Shoaib Malik. Sania shared that she is open to finding love again, prompting laughter from host Kapil Sharma. This follows Shoaib's recent marriage to Pakistani actor Sana Javed. Sania's family has issued a statement asking for privacy during this sensitive time.
The upcoming Lok Sabha by-election in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh is a fierce battle between two Bhojpuri filmstars - sitting MP Ravi Kishan from BJP and actress Kajal Nishad from SP. With a total of 13 candidates in the running, including BSP's Javed Simnani, experts predict that the main fight is between the ruling BJP and the opposition SP. While Kishan is riding on his film success and the backing of PM Narendra Modi and CM Yogi Adityanath, Nishad is challenging him in a dramatic filmy style, claiming to be the "daughter-in-law of the people" and a true representative of Gorakhpur.
Payal Kapadia, an Indian filmmaker, made history at the Cannes Film Festival when her movie "All We Imagine as Light" won the prestigious 'Le Grand Prix' award. This marked the first time in 30 years that an Indian film competed in the festival's main competition. The film's team, including director Payal Kapadia and actors Chhaya Kadam, Divya Prabha, and Kani Kusruti, received praise and congratulations from Bollywood stars like Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Kiara Advani. Payal expressed her gratitude and motivation to work even harder after receiving such recognition for her film.
In Uttar Pradesh's Badaun district, two minor boys were killed by a local barber, Sajid, who was later gunned down by the police while trying to evade arrest. The police have also arrested Sajid's brother, Javed, who was absconding after the incident. The incident has sparked outrage and an FIR has been registered against the two accused.
Javed Akhtar has recently revealed the reason behind the split from his writing partner, Salim Khan, in an interview with Barkha Dutt for Mojo Story. He shared that the partnership between two writers is more challenging to sustain, as it requires a strong mental rapport. As they became successful, they naturally drifted apart, with new people entering their lives and their interests shifting. Although there was never a fight or tussle over credit or money, the bond between the two writers gradually weakened, leading to their separation after 12 years of working together.