One’s blockbuster re-releasing in theatres can be a sweet reminder of the long way they’ve come in their career. But filmmaker Rakesh Roshan is still feeling the Friday jitters, ahead of the November 22 release of Karan Arjun (1995). “It’s a test for me and filmmakers to see whether those emotions work with today’s younger generation,” he explains. Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor Jitters or not, the director agrees that a re-release is the perfect way to celebrate the Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Rakhee-starrer’s 30th anniversary that is due in January 2025. Very few films since have been able to bring the two Khans together in the same frame. “Shah Rukh and Salman are still the biggest superstars. The film is talked about even today. There are memes of the dialogues, ‘Bhaag Arjun bhaag’, and ‘Mere Karan Arjun aayenge’,” says Roshan, proud of how the film has found a place in pop culture. One could attribute it to the film’s story that was gripping yet demanded suspension of disbelief—two brothers, essayed by Salman and Shah Rukh, are killed mercilessly by their menacing uncle and take birth again to seek revenge. Will the theme of reincarnation hold today? Roshan thinks so. “Even if I made this story today, people might have believed it because it’s a fairytale. Make what you think is not possible. The audience knows it’s not possible, but they get immersed in the storytelling.” He further reveals that Shah Rukh didn’t buy into the reincarnation plot. “Though he wasn’t convinced with the plot, he wanted to do it. After the film became a hit, he said, ‘I was absolutely wrong.’ Then, he also made Om Shanti Om [2007],” Roshan laughs. Rakesh Roshan The director made Karan Arjun with two up-and-coming stars, something that many filmmakers today believe is next to impossible. “Singham Again has five heroes,” Roshan cuts in. In fact, he has a simple mantra that he thinks would convince stars to headline a two-hero film. “If you want to make a two-hero film, you make it balanced. In Karan Arjun, I made sure both the characters had equal meat. I’ve been an actor. So, I knew that if I was offered a film where my role was even slightly weak, I wouldn’t do it.” So, if he made Karan Arjun today, who would he cast? The director admits that revisiting the movie won’t organically come to him at this stage. “If someone wants to revive the film, I’m up for it. There are many actors who will be magical on screen together. For Karan Arjun, Hrithik [Roshan] and Ranbir Kapoor would be my choices,” he grins.
18 November,2024 07:07 AM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka SharmaWhen Taba Chake stepped into a director’s Mumbai office for a scheduled meeting, he recalled having come across a series of film posters, one among which caught his eye. Madras Cafe (2013) had been among his favourite movies, but it was only then that he learned that the man he was set to meet was the one who had helmed the John Abraham-starrer. “Until then, I didn’t know who Shoojit Sircar was,” recalls Chake. “Madras Cafe is a film that left me impressed. Apart from the fact that it is really nice, it also featured a [fine performance by] John Abraham, who doesn’t do artistic films. He was invested in the art and the role. It made me wonder which director made this person act so well,” recalls Chake, the musical backbone of Sircar’s latest film, the Friday release, I Want to Talk. Shoojit Sircar (right) Abhishek Bachchan in the film During the initial interactions, Sircar had curtailed the amount of film-related information that was to be shared with Chake. Having admired the musician’s work, especially his philosophy on life, Sircar, we’re told, did not wish to distract him with details relating to the narrative. “But, he dropped a few hints. They wanted five songs, but I ended up writing more than 15. When I finished the first draft, I sought details like the surrounding in which they were shooting, whether it was a dry area, and if [the protagonist] would be surrounded by vehicles. Visualising these aspects helps me compose. For example, if you listen to the song, Dil ghabraye, you’ll notice that it is a number that comes from the heart; a person wants to say something, but they know they’re simply talking to themselves because, perhaps, they feel rejected. Similarly, the song Musafir was [shot in dry land]. I wanted to retain that aspect. The film [revolves around] a man. Men are known to hide their emotions and pain. So, I wanted the song’s music to tell the story. [I wanted the listener] to feel thirsty, as though they needed water while hearing it. That’s also how I felt when I was composing it.” Amid a spate of film songs that may appear all too similar, Chake’s compositions are a breath of fresh air. Listening to the soundtrack of Abhishek Bachchan’s I Want to Talk, we’re reminded of the novelty introduced into the industry by Gehraiyaan composers Oaff and Savera, who took Bollywood by storm upon the film’s 2022 release. Chake says it was this novelty in his music that caught the attention of Sircar. The director, he says, appreciated that he refrained from discussing oft-explored subjects of love and heartbreak, choosing instead to create meaningful music. “He said that though he has seen many independent artistes at work, he felt that my song-writing gives hope to people and boosts [their morale] during negative situations. This is why he said this project belonged to me. He said he could visualise my face and hear my voice while thinking about the film.” Although Chake celebrates the addition of this film to his resume, he wasn’t seeking a project of this nature. “I’m happy living my life independently, and am doing quite well. I am doing several shows each day and have been busy with song-writing assignments throughout the year. Several tours and collaborations are also underway, so I am always busy. While I never imagined a project like that coming my way, I have been keen to compose. I thought I’d get an offer for one song, but bagging the entire film was a huge [accomplishment].”
18 November,2024 07:03 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia LullaOver a year after a kidney injury put his musical career on the back-burner, Arjun Kanungo is set to present what he believes is among his finest work. On November 26, the singer-actor will unveil his latest track, Unspoken, which he calls a fitting number to mark his return to music after a tumultuous phase. “The song is about moving on. It is apt when one considers where I am in my life. It’s [a reminder to myself] that this chapter is over, and I must move on to bigger things,” he says, adding that the track is also special because it marks his “first project commissioned from Japan” where he launched a production house a while ago. The track, which he says received rave reviews when he first played it at an event recently, includes a “lot of VFX” work. “I continue to be an indie artiste, but the knowledge I have received in the last two years has made me look at the business of music-making differently. I want to now be the face of my music, unapologetically. Up next, I will release my album in April. We begin shooting for it in February. I have been writing it throughout this period, and it includes some prominent collaborations.” Music milestone 2004: The music of Swades was so well received that it earned Filmfare nominations for music direction (AR Rahman), lyrics, and playback singing (male and female)
18 November,2024 06:58 AM IST | Mumbai | Sonia LullaOver four years after Baaghi 3’s (2020) release, Tiger Shroff has stepped back in the film’s universe. On Sunday, the actor kicked off the shoot of the A Harsha-directed venture at the Golden Tobacco factory in Vile Parle. No prizes for guessing that filming began with an elaborate action set-piece, staying true to the franchise’s a-fight-a-minute blueprint. Sajid Nadiadwala Sources told us that about 100 supporting artistes were hired for the first action sequence. “It’s a high-intensity action piece featuring Tiger in his element, as he pulls off some jaw-dropping stunts. The actor and the supporting cast rehearsed throughout the day for the intricate fight sequence, and it was shot at night,” said an insider. Even as the film has rolled, the leading lady is yet to be finalised. “There are a few names in contention, but producer Sajid Nadiadwala wants a fresh pairing with Tiger,” added the source. It’s a hectic time for Nadiadwala, who is juggling two projects besides Baaghi 4. Sikandar, starring Salman Khan and directed by AR Murugadoss, has wrapped up its Hyderabad schedule and is now gearing up for a long shoot in Andheri. “Salman will begin shooting in an Andheri hospital from Tuesday. The unit wrapped up the Hyderabad leg before time,” says a source. Shahid Kapoor’s Hussain Ustara, a period thriller helmed by Vishal Bhardwaj, is slated to roll in early December.
18 November,2024 06:52 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuTouted to be this year's most controversial film 'The Sabarmati Report' faced a lot of challenges before its release. The director, Ranjan Chandel who was supposed to direct the film quit the movie because he found the subject controversial, the lead actor received death threats and was trolled online for his remarks on the movie in an interview. But seems like the film has finally received its due appreciation. PM Modi supports 'The Sabarmati Report' Today, Ekta Kapoor's happiness knew no bounds as the producer of the film and the owner of Balaji Entertainment took to social media to share a post featuring country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi's wholehearted support of the recent release 'The Sabarmati Report'. Modi acknowledges the film's huge contribution in bringing truth to the spotlight. He wrote that a fake narrative can't persist for a long time, eventually, the truth comes out. This comment, reshared by the Prime Minister, follows a user's expression of his feelings after watching 'The Sabarmati Report'. The user also stated reasons why the film is a must-watch. View this post on Instagram A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor) Kapoor rejoiced as she reshared his post and penned a heartfelt note expressing her gratitude towards the PM for his positive and kind words. The film producer also wrote that his words have boosted the team's morale and have proved to be an assurance of heading in the right direction. Ekta shared the post on both X and Instagram. 'The Sabarmati Report' and details related to the film 'The Sabarmati Report' is based on the Godhra Riots of 2002, specifically focussing on the tragic Sabarmati Express incident that occurred on the morning of February 27, 2002. The film stars Vikrant Massey, Rashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra and was released in theatres on 15th November. The film made a collection of Rs. 1.69 crore, the film also marked the highest first day earning for Vikrant Massey's films, surpassing the record set by '12th Fail'. But overall the film received negative reviews, Priyanka Sharma for Mid-Day writes, "It’s a struggle to write about The Sabarmati Report because for much of the film, we were appalled, disgusted, and shocked at how casually the makers used bigotry to take the narrative forward. At the same time, they make the film wear the veil of truth-finding and nationalism. A film, however complex, can be reviewed, but propaganda masked as art? No thanks."
17 November,2024 11:09 PM IST | Mumbai | Divya KhuranaMusic maestro AR Rahman received the 'XTIC Award 2024 for Innovation' from IIT Madras for directing the virtual reality film 'Le Musk'. The eXperiential Technology Innovation Centre (XTIC), an IIT Madras Institute of Eminence Centre in Virtual Reality and related fields presented the music composer A.R. Rahman with the 'XTIC Award 2024 for Innovation'.The Award was given in recognition of his visionary work on the Virtual Reality (VR) film.While speaking to the media, he said, "So, It is very proud to have an institution like IIT in Chennai. We can see many people became successful from here. I came here when I was 13 years old. I did 'Le Musk' thinking global experience should be explored from India. I received one award from Hollywood in LA and now I feel proud to get an award here." View this post on Instagram A post shared by ARR (@arrahman) It was presented by co-inventors of Oculus Professor Steven LaValle and Professor Anna Lavalle who are visiting faculty at IIT Madras.This award recognises exceptional contributions to advancing immersive technologies and storytelling globally.On receiving the Innovation Award from IIT Madras, for directing the virtual reality thriller film 'Le Musk', AR Rahman shared, "Getting an award in Chennai is special. We constantly were looking for how could we push this understanding and not make the mistakes that people made earlier. The most important rule for me was making people comfortable."Speaking about the technology and innovations in the country, he added, "To make it we need special cameras. Whenever I go to Microsoft or Intel I think why next Apple or Nvidia not coming from India? The government needs to look into it. There is a lot more to do. I am crazy, I am putting all my money into this as a passion project. Many people can use VR for visiting Temples, and for even marriages."Earlier, AR Rahman unveiled the soundtrack for his immersive film 'Le Musk'. The soundtrack has 12 different songs."'Le Musk', an innovative sensory cinematic experience directed by AR Rahman himself, merges music, fragrance, and visual storytelling to immerse audiences in a new kind of film and narrative. The soundtrack, created to complement the immersive experience, features Rahman's signature style -- a blend of Jazz, Orchestra and eclectic elements combined with soulful melodies," according to the press release shared by AR Rahman's team.It is directed by A.R Rahman and presented at Cannes XR. While talking about the soundtrack launch, AR Rahman shared earlier, "Music is the heartbeat of Le Musk. It carries the soul of the film, guiding the audience through an emotional and sensory journey. The film is a labour of a lot of hard work and love, where we tried to push the boundaries of how we use technology to create something truly immersive and I am thrilled to finally share this soundtrack with the world and offer a glimpse into the world we've created."Collaborating on the 12 varied tracks with notable names, including Nora Arnezeder, Sana Moussa, Linda Lind, Mayssa Karaa, Hiral Viradia, Simona Gilbert, The Firdaus orchestra and the Budapest Orchestra, the soundtrack of 'Le Musk' also marks the association with the award-winning music engineer Greg penny. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever 'Le Musk' marks Rahman's directorial debut. Speaking about showcasing the film globally, Rahman added, "We are in the process of setting up immersive experience studios across the world to bring Le Musk to audiences the world over. The film would not have been possible if not for my team who worked tirelessly to push the boundary of what was known to be possible."The award-winning composer launched the soundtrack worldwide on Believe Music. (ANI)
17 November,2024 11:05 PM IST | Mumbai | ANIShah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan's Karan Arjun is one of the classics of the Hindi film industry. Directed by Rakesh Roshan, the 1995 action drama starred Bollywood's biggest superstars, Salman and Shah Rukh, as brothers. Now, after 30 years, the film has been re-released in theatres, and Rakesh Roshan has talked about who could be the modern-day Karan Arjun. To our surprise, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan are not the modern-day Karan Arjun according to Rakesh Roshan. Instead, the director chose Hrithik Roshan and Ranbir Kapoor as a potential alternate duo. Rakesh Roshan reimagines Hrithik Roshan & Ranbir Kapoor as modern Karan Arjun In a new interview with ETimes, Rakesh ruled out any possibility of a sequel and shared, "I won’t remake Karan Arjun or make a sequel, but if I were to think of an alternate jodi (duo) for the movie today, I would cast Hrithik Roshan as Karan and Ranbir Kapoor as Arjun." Rakesh Roshan on casting Salman and Shah Rukh for Karan Arjun Further, he shared the reason behind casting Salman and Shah Rukh in his film Karan Arjun and said, "Salman’s physique was exceptionally good. None of the actors in those times had that build. He started that fit body trend. Also, I find his eyes arresting. I wanted someone for Karan's role, jo chup chap rehta hai par uski aankhein bolta hai. He fit the bill. I had worked with Shah Rukh in King Uncle (1993) and liked him immensely in Fauji, so I wanted him to be Arjun." When Karan Arjun was re-released in theatres, Hrithik took to Instagram and wrote, "Cinema was never the same again... When Karan Arjun came together on the big screen for the first time ever. Relive the reincarnation of Karan Arjun in theatres worldwide from 22nd November 2024!” Hrithik worked as an assistant director on this film. About Rakesh Roshan’s Karan Arjun Besides Salman and Shah Rukh, the film also starred Rakhee, Kajol, Mamta Kulkarni, and Amrish Puri. It told the story of two brothers who are reincarnated to seek revenge on their mother’s behalf. Over the years, Karan Arjun (1995) has remained etched in pop culture due to its highly recalled dialogues like Mere Karan Arjun Aayenge, soul-stirring music by Rajesh Roshan in songs like Yeh Bandhan Toh..., Bhangda Paale, Rana ji Maaf Karna and Jaati Hoon Main, along with the endearing theme of brotherhood.
17 November,2024 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentNaga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are all set to get married on December 4, 2024, at Annapurna Studios. Now, Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's wedding cards have gone viral on social media. The wedding invitation featured the family members' names of both the bride and groom. The wedding invitation also revealed the date on which the couple will tie the knot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Varinder Chawla (@varindertchawla) Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's wedding card The card combines traditional South Indian design elements with elegance, including hanging bells, brass lamps, a temple, and a cow. The card also has a message written on it, which reads, "We are delighted to announce the wedding of Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya. Your good wishes and blessings are much appreciated on this special occasion." Where are Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala getting married? According to a report in the Sakshi Post, the couple will be tying the knot at Annapurna Studios, owned by Naga Chaitanya's superstar father, Nagarjuna Akkineni. Reportedly, a small set is being made on one of the studio floors for the upcoming wedding. The couple plans on having a private wedding and are not keen on lavish ceremonies. The celebrations will be attended by family and close friends only. Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's engagement Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya got engaged in August at an intimate ceremony in Hyderabad. The bride-to-be recently had her *Pasupu Danchatam*, a cherished Telugu ritual that heralds the start of the wedding celebrations. It is a ritual followed in the Telugu-speaking states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, marking the beginning of wedding festivities. It is held after the engagement ceremony and before the haldi. The ritual involves women pounding turmeric in a pestle, and the turmeric is then stored for use in other wedding functions. The ceremony also involves decorating the house and inviting guests to participate. About Sobhita and Naga Chaitanya's relationship Soon after announcing his separation from Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Naga Chaitanya was rumoured to be dating Sobhita Dhulipala. Around May 2022, Naga and Sobhita were spotted together in Hyderabad, where the actress was promoting her film 'Major'. After several reports and speculations, on August 8, 2024, the couple made their relationship official.
17 November,2024 05:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentYet again, Bollywood actress Swara Bhasker has found herself in the midst of controversies after pictures of her meeting with Islamic figure Maulana Sajjad Nomani went viral on social media. The actress was slammed for meeting the Maulana, who had once made a derogatory comment against girls, calling it 'haram' for parents to send their daughters to schools and colleges unsupervised. Swara Bhasker's meeting with Maulana Sajjad Nomani On Saturday, Swara, accompanied by her husband Fahad Ahmad, went to meet Maulana Sajjad Nomani at his office. While sharing the picture of their meeting, Fahad wrote, "In the service of Maulana Sajjad Nomani, and he showered us with lots of blessings." In the picture, Swara was seen wearing a light-colored salwar suit with her head covered with a dupatta, while her husband Fahad was seen wearing a white kurta-pyjama. जनाब हज़रत मौलाना सज्जाद नौमानी साहब की ख़िदमत में हाज़िर हुए और उन्होंने हमे खूब दुआओं से नवाज़ा pic.twitter.com/5P7S3OIaJj — Fahad Ahmad (@FahadZirarAhmad) November 16, 2024 Netizens slammed Swara Bhasker As the pictures made their way to social media, netizens slammed Swara for the meeting. They called out the actress for advocating women’s rights and then meeting the Maulana, who had made the controversial statement against women. "Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against inter-faith (Muslim girl to Hindu boy) marriages. Do @ReallySwara who embraced inter-faith relationship endorse his views? She has to. The cult doesn't provide much choices.”, a user wrote on X. "Burkha kisko pehna aaya? And ye @ReallySwara aise empower karegi? Feminism kaha gya?," another one wrote. A third user commented. another ine questioned, "So swara wasn't allowed to sit near Maulana." “Swara Bhasker exposed.” wrote another. Ultra feminist Swara Bhasker aka <whatever new name> received blessings by Deobandi Pro-Taliban fundamentalist Maulana Sajjad Nomani who often preached parents to avoid sending daughters to education institutions to prevent them turning "kafir". He openly speaks against… pic.twitter.com/dwKGdwveKk — The Hawk Eye (@thehawkeyex) November 17, 2024 About Fahad’s election Fahad is set to contest the Maharashtra Assembly elections on an NCP (Sharad Pawar) ticket from Anushakti Nagar, facing NCP's Sana Malik. Formerly with the Samajwadi Party, he served as the state president of its youth wing, Samajwadi Yuvjan Sabha. About Swara bhasker Swara, who is known for her roles in 'Nil Battey Sannata', the 'Tanu Weds Manu' franchise, 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo', 'Veere Di Wedding', and others, often finds herself embroiled in controversies due to her outspoken behaviour.
17 November,2024 04:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSinger Neha Bhasin, who started her career as a contestant on reality television almost two decades ago, emerged as one of the winners of the show ‘Coke [V] Popstars’ in 2002. Interestingly, Neha, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, shares it with singer Neeti Mohan, who also commenced her musical journey with the same show. Neha Bhasin and Neeti Mohan’s Indi-pop connection Neha Bhasin became a member of the all-girls band Viva. The band, which also consisted of Seema Ramchandani, Pratichee Mohapatra, Mahua Kamat, and Anushka Manchanda, delivered hits such as "Hum naye geet sunaye" and "Jaago zara" but disintegrated after a few years as they all chose to pursue solo careers. Neeti Mohan was a part of the band Aasma with Jimmy Felix, Sangeet Haldipur, Aamir Ali, Peyush Dixit, and Vasudha Sharma. Their song “Chandu Ke Chacha” became an instant hit and is remembered for its catchy beats even today. Neha Bhasin’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neha Bhasin (NB) (@nehabhasin4u) As a solo Bollywood singer, Neha has given hit songs such as "Kuchh Khaas", "Dhunki" and "Jag Ghoomeya". In an earlier interview with IANS, she shared, "Reality shows can be a great starting point. It was a great one for me as well. Having said that, I did have to establish my solo career on my own. I don't think that just because you enter a reality show, you make it or even if you win, your career is set. I think it's a great stepping stone and that's how one should treat it.” Neeti Mohan’s Bollywood journey View this post on Instagram A post shared by NEETI MOHAN (@neetimohan18) Neeti Mohan became quite popular with the song “Ishq Wala Love” from the movie 'Student of the Year' and later also sang “Nazar Laaye” from 'Raanjhanaa', “Sau Aasmaan” from 'Baar Baar Dekho', “Tu Hi Tu” from 'Kick' and others. While judging a reality show, she said every father plays a very important role in the success of their daughter and similarly, her father also supported her a lot to reach the level where she is now. "I truly believe that behind every successful daughter, there is a father, and I think this thought fits into my life story as well as yours. In the future, wherever we reach, whatever we do, it's all because of our father's blessing and his support. I want to thank my father and all the other fathers who support their daughters in achieving their dreams," said Neeti.
17 November,2024 03:00 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Nayanthara, who celebrates her birthday on November 18, made her debut with the 2003 Malayalam film 'Manassinakkare'. Now, if you look at Nayanthara in 'Manassinakkare' and in 'Jawan', there is a big difference in her appearance. The actress is aware that her face has changed, but this doesn’t mean she has undergone any cosmetic surgery. In a recent conversation, she revealed that she has gone through “different brow phases” and diet changes, which have made her face look different. 'I’ve had different brow phases' In a conversation with 'Hauterrfly', Nayanthara talked about not having any plastic surgery or facial treatments done and said, “I take the time to perfect it because it’s the real game changer. I’ve had different brow phases over the years. Maybe that’s why people think my face is changing and I keep looking different. Maybe that’s why a lot of people think I’ve done something to my face.” Nayanthara reacts to cosmetic surgery rumours While addressing the claims about her going under the knife, she added, “But that’s not true. On record…not true. Not that it’s wrong. But for me, it has just been diet, so there’s been a lot of weight fluctuation, and my cheeks go in and out. You can pinch me, burn me, you’ll know there’s no plastic in here.” Nayanthara on the work front Nayanthara, along with co-actor Yash, will dive into the next leg of 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups' right after the Diwali festivities. The buzz is that director Geetu Mohandas will lead an extensive Mumbai schedule from November 6. While Film City will serve as the primary venue for the shoot, an additional set is being built at Madh Island. With the pan-India action extravaganza spanning the 1950s to 1970s, it is reported that the production team is constructing a sprawling set at Film City depicting the ’70s. While Nayanthara plays Yash’s on-screen sister in this actioner revolving around the drug mafia, Kiara Advani portrays his love interest. In this leg, the 'KGF' superstar and Nayanthara will wrap up most of their combination scenes. Nayanthara was last seen in Malayalam cinema in the 2022 film 'Gold', where she starred alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. She made her Bollywood debut in 'Jawan' alongside Shah Rukh Khan last year and has also appeared in Tamil films such as 'Iraivan' and 'Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food.'
17 November,2024 01:46 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
