Today is the 227th birth anniversary of Mirza Ghalib, one of Urdu literature's most iconic poets. Real name Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan, popularly known as Ghalib (meaning conqueror), his poetry remains popular not only in the Indian subcontinent but also among the Hindustani diaspora around the world. Many of his verses have been sung as ghazals by iconic singers and continue to be adapted even today. Who was Mirza Ghalib? Born in 1797, the poet, one of the most popular and influential ones in Urdu and Persian language, wrote at a time when the Mughal empire was entering its last quarter and the British were taking over in India. His ghazals have been interpreted and sung in many different ways by different people as his writing which is still extremely popular among the Hindustani diaspora. Ghalib continues to inspire even the youngsters not just in India but across the world. He began composing poetry at the age of 11. His first language was Urdu, but he was equally efficient in Persian and Turkish. A descendent of Aibak Turks, Ghalib was born in Kala Mahal in Agra. He received education in Persian and Arabic. Keeping with the conventions of the classical ghazal, in most of his verses, the identity and the gender of the beloved remained unknown. Bestowed with the honorific Dabir-ul-Mulk and Najm-ud-Daula, Ghalib lived in Gali Qasim Jaan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk, in Old Delhi which is now known as "Ghalib Ki Haveli". His residence has been turned into 'Ghalib Memorial' and houses a permanent Ghalib exhibition. Mirza Ghalib breathed his last on February 15, 1869. His tomb is located near Chausath Khamba, Nizamuddin area in Delhi. Javed Akhtar, Shilpa Rao pay tribute On the occasion of his 227th birth anniversary, Javed Akhtar wrote, "Today is the birth anniversary of the greatest poet of 19th century. Ghalib, who could see centuries ahead of his own times. "Hoon garmi-e- Nishat-e tassavur se nagma Sanj / maen andaleeb- e- Gulshan- e naafreeda hoon ( I am singing in the joy that my imagination has given me / I am the lark of a garden that is yet to be made)." Today is the birth anniversary of the greatest poet of 19th century . Ghalib , who could see centuries ahead of his own times . “ hoon garmi-e- Nishat-e tassavur se nagma Sanj / maen andaleeb- e- Gulshan- e naafreeda hoon “ . ( I am singing in the joy that my imagination has… — Javed Akhtar (@Javedakhtarjadu) December 27, 2024 Singer Shilpa Rao shared a video of her singing 'Dil-e-nadaan tujhe hua kya hai'. Take a look: Aaj Mirza Ghalib ki saalgirah hai.Thank you for your beautiful words ❤️.#mirzaghalib #ghazal #shilparao pic.twitter.com/feDCmk16tK — Shilpa Rao (@shilparao11) December 27, 2024 In 1988, Gulzar paid a commendable tribute to Ghalib with the Doordarshan series titled 'Mirza Ghalib', with Naseeruddin Shah playing the role of the poet. The series featured ghazals sung and composed by Jagjit Singh and Chitra Singh.
27 December,2024 04:44 PM IST | MumbaiAs scores of celebs condoled the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, remembering him as a visionary and a great statesman, an old video of Shah Rukh Khan sharing the stage with him has gone viral. In the clip, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi can be seen asking King Khan to share advice for politicians. His answer left Singh impressed garnering applause. When Manmohan Singh was impressed by SRK The video is from an event during which Rahul Gandhi asked Shah Rukh Khan, “I'm going to keep it simple. One piece of advice you have towards politicians.” Shah Rukh Khan replied to it by stating, “Look who you asked. Lie and cheat and do deceit for a living. I'm an actor so I'm all show. But I think the only idea would be just work honestly and have pride in your nation. Love the country and let's not take money under the table and let's not do shady stuff. If we do it right, we're all going to make money, we're all going to be happy, and we'll all be a very proud nation. So my advice to all the politicians is please be as honest as realistically possible.” Watch the video below. When Shah Rukh Khan impressed Late Dr. Manmohan Singh ji. pic.twitter.com/watG9aToYj — ℣ (@Vamp_Combatant) December 27, 2024 Former PM Manmohan Singh’s demise Manmohan Singh, the architect behind India's economic reforms, passed away on Thursday night at Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at the age of 92. He served as the prime minister from 2004 to 2014. As the nation's finance minister in 1991, he played a pivotal role in shaping India's economic framework, earning widespread recognition in global financial and economic circles. Shah Rukh Khan’s work front Shah Rukh Khan will next be seen in 'King' alongside Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan. Rumour has it that Suhana’s second film is inspired by the English language French production, ‘Leon: The Professional’ (1994). It has been tentatively titled ‘King’. The original film revolves around a professional hitman who reluctantly takes in a twelve-year-old after her family is murdered by a corrupt official. The two form an unusual relationship, as she becomes his protégée and learns to be like him. Director Sujoy Ghosh is adapting the revenge drama, with Shah Rukh Khan playing a role that was essayed by Jean Reno and Suhana stepping into Natalie Portman’s shoes.
27 December,2024 04:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentExperience the journey of light and resilience as Disney+ Hotstar brings the critically acclaimed All We Imagine as Light to your screens on January 3, 2025. Directed by the visionary Payal Kapadia, this evocative drama explores the intertwined lives of two Malayali nurses in Mumbai—Prabha, a straitlaced woman yearning for her absent husband, and Anu, her outgoing roommate entangled in a forbidden love affair. Through their friendship, the film captures themes of love, identity, and the contradictions of life in the city. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Disney+ Hotstar (@disneyplushotstar) All We Imagine as Light scripted history at Cannes 2024 All We Imagine as Light made history as the first Indian film in 30 years to compete in the main competition at the Cannes Film Festival, where it was awarded the Grand Prix. The film has received overwhelming acclaim, including topping the BFI’s Sight & Sound poll for the best film of 2024, the Asia Pacific Screen Awards Jury Grand Prize, the Gotham Award for Best International Feature, and more. It has also received Golden Globe nominations for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Director for Payal Kapadia, making her the first Indian woman director to achieve this historic feat. This further cements the film's legacy as one of the most significant releases of the year. It stars Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, Chhaya Kadam, Hridhu Haroon, and Azees Nedumangad who have delivered powerful performances in pivotal roles. All We Imagine as Light team excited about its OTT release Talking about the streaming release, Director Payal Kapadia said, “I am thrilled at the love All We Imagine as Light has received from all of you. After a successful theatrical run, I am happy that it will now be available to watch on Disney+ Hotstar. I am very excited now to share it with a wider audience.” Kani Kusruti, portraying Prabha expressed, "When I read the script, what struck me most was the profound self-discovery and quiet transformation of Prabha. Working with Payal was a serendipitous experience. She creates a nurturing workspace where everyone can grow while listening intently and helping us discover our characters with care.” Divya Prabha, portraying Anu expressed, “Stepping into Anu’s shoes was both thrilling and unfamiliar. Through her story, I understood the beauty of living in the moment and discovering love, hope, and freedom without constraints. Payal’s clarity created a sense of security for me. Her deep attention to detail allowed me to fully immerse myself in the character.” Chhaya Kadam, who delivers a moving performance as Parvaty said, “Playing Parvaty was an emotional journey for me. All We Imagine As Light speaks to the quiet strength that so many women embody, even when the odds are stacked against them. To be part of a story that uplifts these voices has been truly rewarding. I hope audiences all across the country enjoy the film.” Mark your calendars for January 3, 2025, and prepare to be swept away by a film that has redefined storytelling in Indian cinema. All We Imagine as Light will be available for streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.
27 December,2024 03:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSalman Khan, who is celebrating his 59th birthday today, has received wishes pouring in for the Bhaijaan on his special day. From Varun Dhawan, Zaheer Iqbal to Salman’s personal security Shera, several people have posted special wishes for Bollywood’s Bhai as he turns a year older today, on December 27. Celebs wished Salman Khan on his birthday Varun Dhawan, who is currently enjoying the box office success of his film Baby John, shared a screening with Salman Khan in the action thriller. While wishing his latest co-star and Bhaijaan, Varun wrote, “Baby John and Bhai Jaan, Happy birthday to the youngest and naughtiest.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by VarunDhawan (@varundvn) Maniesh Paul, who has shared the stage with Salman Khan during several hosting events, also wished Bhaijaan. While sharing pictures with him, he wrote, “Wish you a very happy birthday Bhaijaan @beingsalmankhan. Bas pyaar aise hi bana rahe! 🤗🤗🤗 Love you.” Kumar Sanu had quite an interesting wish for Bhaijaan. Kumar Sanu shared a reel to wish Salman. The reel features Kumar Sanu's popular song Pehli Pehli Baar Jab, with young Salman shaking a leg in the clip. While sharing the clip, the legendary singer wrote, “Wishing a very happy birthday to the amazing @beingsalmankhan. May God bless you with a happy and healthy life. While looking back, so many songs, so many memories… and most of them have become history! Stay blessed and keep ruling hearts!” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kumar Sanu (@kumarsanuofficial) The cutest wish came from none other than Bhaijaan’s bodyguard and everyone’s favourite, Shera. Shera took to Instagram and shared an inside picture from Salman’s intimate birthday bash. In the snap, he was seen posing with Bhaijaan. While sharing the pic, Shera wrote, “Mere MAALIK ka birthday hai 🥳 Love MAALIK ❤️ #maalik #happybirthday #birthday #blessed #shera.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by shera (@beingshera) Meanwhile, Zaheer Iqbal shared two stories to wish the Bhaijaan, and one story has a throwback picture of little Zaheer with young Salman. Bhagyashree also wished his first hero on his 59th birthday. While sharing a series of picture with Salman Khan, Bhgyashree wrote, "Birthday Boy !! To my dost, my first hero and the man that got the girls go hmmmm. Wish you a very happy birthday" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bhagyashree (@bhagyashree.online) Salman Khan's Sikander teaser postponed The teaser for Sikandar, which was originally set to be released today, December 27, in celebration of Salman Khan’s 59th birthday, has been postponed. The delay follows the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on December 26. Directed by A R Murugadoss, the teaser of the action thriller will now be released online on December 28 at 11:07 AM, as confirmed by the official X account of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
27 December,2024 03:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGovinda's wife, Sunita Ahuja, is known for her straightforward approach. The actor's wife recently shed light on her equation with the Hero No. 1 actor. Sunita married Govinda in 1987, and three years after that, Govinda, in one of his interviews, revealed that he asked Sunita to break their engagement as he wanted to marry Neelam. Now, in a recent interview, Sunita talked about infidelity, her equation with Govinda, and more. ‘I still don’t feel like we are husband and wife’ During a conversation with Hauterrfly, Sunita talked about how the duo still addresses each other by calling it 'Abbe.' Sunita, while sharing about their equation, said, "I still don’t feel like we are husband and wife. I still address him as ‘Abbe,’ and he also addresses me the same way. That’s how we talk to each other. Gali-galoch is a part of our conversation... I sometimes ask him, ‘Are you my husband? I still can’t believe you are my husband.’” Sunita on men cheating on their women “I would like to fold my hands and tell women that don’t ever say that your partner is innocent (doesn’t cheat). If he does it, it will become so bad, and no matter how hard you try to get rid of her, she won’t leave him for years. Even if you leave him, that woman won’t,” Sunita shared while talking about men cheating on their women. Earlier, while talking to Stardust, Govinda had shared about his will to marry Neelam. “I asked Sunita to leave me. I broke off my engagement with her. And had Sunita not called me after five days and coaxed me into it again, I would probably have married Neelam,” he had said. Sunita got married to Govinda on March 11, 1987. Sunita is Govinda's uncle Anand Singh's sister-in-law. Govinda and Sunita have two children, a daughter, Tina Ahuja, and a son, Yashvardhan. About actor and politician Govinda Govinda was born on December 21, 1963, and his full name is Govind Arun Ahuja (also fondly called 'Chichi'). Both his parents, Arun Kumar Ahuja and Nirmala Devi, were actors. Govinda's father, Arun, was active in the Bollywood film industry in the 1940s and early 1950s, appearing in over 20 films. Arun Kumar Ahuja was best known for acting in Mehboob Khan's 1940 film Aurat. Interestingly, Aurat was the predecessor of the Oscar-nominated 1957 remake Mother India. Govinda made his Bollywood debut in 1986 with Ilzaam and has worked in over 140 films. Known for his comic skills, the actor says there was a time when he was not good at doing romantic scenes in films. Govinda has delivered several hits like Hero No. 1, Dulhe Raja, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Raja Babu, Saajan Chale Sasural, and Partner. The actor had confessed that he never imagined that he would become such a big star.
27 December,2024 03:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentShah Rukh Khan's daughter Suhana Khan is rumoured to be dating Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda. The duo starred in their debut film The Archies, directed by Zoya Akhtar. The rumours of them dating started after they were spotted spending time together several times. Now, it has been reported that the rumoured couple has planned to spend the New Year together at Shah Rukh Khan's farmhouse in Alibaug. Suhana & Agastya spotted in Alibaug Recently, a video captured by a fan went viral on Instagram. The video shows Suhana Khan and Agastya Nanda together in Alibaug. It captures the two getting on a speedboat. In the video, Suhana Khan can be seen wearing a stunning yet chic white T-shirt paired with a matching shirt and brown pants. Meanwhile, Agastya Nanda looked dapper in a black T-shirt paired with beige pants and a cap from Aryan Khan’s luxury streetwear brand. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @ambikas487 The video that went viral on Instagram also shows Suhana petting a dog before getting on the boat. The white Shih Tzu is sure to steal your heart, just like Suhana's. Why Alibaug? For those unaware, Shah Rukh Khan owns a luxurious farmhouse in Alibaug, named Déjà Vu Farms. Over the years, the Alibaug farmhouse has served as the Khan kids' favorite spot. If reports are to be trusted, Suhana and Agastya are all set to ring in the New Year together at SRK's farmhouse. Agastya and Suhana’s debut film Agastya and Suhana made their acting debut with Zoya Akhtar’s directorial film The Archies, which also stars Boney Kapoor’s daughter Khushi Kapoor. The Archies follows the lives of Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, Reggie, Ethel, and Dilton and takes audiences to the fictional hilly town of Riverdale. The film explores friendship, freedom, love, heartbreak, and rebellion. Dot, Mihir Ahuja, Vedang Raina, and Yuvraj Menda are also part of The Archies. Agastya and Suhana’s work front Meanwhile, on the work front, Agastya is set to star in the film Ikkis, alongside legendary actor Dharmendra and Jaideep Ahlawat. Ikkis is touted to be a war drama based on the life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra and lived an exemplary life. Helmed by Sriram Raghavan, the film is scheduled for release on January 10, 2025, under Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films. Suhana, on the other hand, will be seen in King, alongside her father Shah Rukh Khan and Agastya’s uncle Abhishek Bachchan.
27 December,2024 12:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe teaser for Sikandar, which was originally set to be released today, December 27, in celebration of Salman Khan’s 59th birthday, has been postponed. The delay follows the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on December 26. Directed by AR Murugadoss, the teaser of the action thriller will now be released online on December 28 at 11:07 AM, as confirmed by the official X account of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. Sikandar teaser postponed In light of the passing of our esteemed former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Ji, we regret to announce that the release of the Sikandar teaser has been postponed to 28th December 11:07 AM. Our thoughts are with the nation during this time of mourning. Thank you for understanding.… — Nadiadwala Grandson (@NGEMovies) December 27, 2024 The makers shared the statement from Nadiadwala Grandson’s official X account, which had the update about the postponement along with the new date and time of the Sikandar teaser release. The statement reads, “In light of the passing of our esteemed former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Ji, we regret to announce that the release of the Sikandar teaser has been postponed to 28th December at 11:07 AM.” Sajid Nadiadwala’s upcoming magnum opus, Sikandar, had earlier unveiled its first-look poster, and it’s nothing short of iconic. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by A R Murugadoss, Sikandar promises to be a cinematic spectacle that blends action, drama, and emotion. With this captivating first look, the countdown to Salman Khan’s next blockbuster has officially begun! About Manmohan Singh's death To note, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was also the first Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to be re-elected after completing a full five-year term. Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms, died in New Delhi on Thursday night. He was 92. Singh’s death was announced by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, where he was admitted to the emergency ward around 8:30 PM in critical condition. His demise has left the entire country in a state of shock. As everyone is grieving the loss of the former PM, celebrities have also put out condolences for Manmohan Singh. Madhuri Dixit, while mourning the death of the ex-Prime Minister, wrote, "Dr. Manmohan Singh's journey and service to the nation reflect true wisdom and grace. His leadership reminds us that quiet determination can move mountains. A remarkable leader and an even more remarkable human being. My deepest condolences to his family and countless loved ones. Om Shanti."
27 December,2024 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentVir Das has mourned the loss of the former Prime Minister of the country, Dr. Manmohan Singh. Vir Das, who used to host a show on a popular news channel, had cracked jokes about the then PM Manmohan Singh many times. Today, as the world mourns his death, Das reminisced about the old times when it was possible to joke about the leader and wrote, "Think about how far-fetched that seems today." Vir Das mourns Manmohan Singh's demise While talking about the 'powerful man,' Vir Das wrote a heartfelt note that reads, "Dr. Manmohan Singh said that history would remember him kindly. I'm happy to see that's the case on social media today. He had a sense of humour. Leaders mean different things to different people, I can only speak to my experience." He further continued and said, "Personally, I remember being in my 20s and doing jokes about him on prime time bulletins at CNBC with our team having been made fully aware his office was watching and we're okay with it." "He was the most powerful man in the country and we were doing jokes about him five nights a week on a mainstream news channel, that weren't even that great because we were utterly immature. Mind you this wasn't even on a comedy show but as a part of a 9pm news bulletin that every businessperson in the country watched. Think about how far-fetched that seems today. The mark of a truly great, secure, and humble leader, to my profession, is the ability to take a joke," he added View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vir Das (@virdas) He concluded the note by writing, "Great leaders understand that's part of the job, that powerful politicians and jest have always been historically intertwined, and that taking humour within grace makes them so much greater. In that respect, he stood tall above any Indian leader in my lifespan. Rest in peace sir" and added 'Rest in Peace Dr Manmohan Singh," in the caption About Manmohan Singh's death To note, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was also the first Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to be re-elected after completing a full five-year term. Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms, died in New Delhi on Thursday night. He was 92. Singh’s death was announced by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, where he was admitted to the Emergency ward around 8.30 pm in critical condition.
27 December,2024 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood actress Mrunal Thakur recently took her fans on a nostalgic journey by sharing her audition clip for the 2019 film “Super 30.” Directed by Vikas Bahl, the biographical drama starred Hrithik Roshan as Anand Kumar, the mathematician who founded the acclaimed Super 30 program for underprivileged students. On Thursday, Mrunal posted a throwback video on her Instagram Stories, showcasing her audition for the film. In the clip, director Vikas Bahl is seen praising the actress, stating she consistently stood out during the selection process. In the video, Vikas can be heard telling casting director Mukesh Chhabra, “I was struck. At some point in the beginning, I realized she was the one. Even though we tested her three or four times and there were other girls, she was always ahead.” In “Super 30,” Mrunal portrayed Hrithik Roshan's love interest. The film is based on the life of Anand Kumar, the math prodigy who established the Super 30 program in Bihar to help underprivileged students achieve their dreams of cracking the IIT entrance exams. In an interview, Mrunal revealed that she was unaware Hrithik Roshan was part of the project when she auditioned. It was only four months later that she found out, and her first thought was of the iconic song “Ik Pal Ka Jeena” from Hrithik’s debut film. “Super 30” was released on July 12, 2019, and received widespread acclaim for its inspiring story. Mrunal, who began her career in television, became a household name with her role as the spirited Bulbul in the popular show “Kumkum Bhagya.” She later transitioned to films with her debut in “Love Sonia." Besides “Super 30," she has delivered noteworthy performances in films such as “Batla House," “Sita Ramam," and “Hi Nanna.” 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
27 December,2024 09:16 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSFormer Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on December 26 after a prolonged illness. His demise has left the entire country in a state of shock. As everyone is grieving the loss of the former PM, celebrities have also put out condolences for Manmohan Singh. Celebs pay condolences Sanjay Dutt grieved the loss and shared, “Deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. His contributions to India will never be forgotten”. National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee took to his X, and wrote, "Saddened by the passing of our former Prime Minister. A statesman whose contributions to every aspect of our nation's growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family. #RIPDrManmohanSingh." Saddened by the passing of our former Prime Minister. A statesman whose contributions in every aspect of our nation’s growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his family. #RIPDrManmohanSingh 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/9wandeOHjJ — manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) December 26, 2024 Riteish Deshmukh has also paid his tribute after the demise of the former PM and wrote, “Today we have lost one of India’s finest Prime Ministers. The man who propelled India’s economic growth. He epitomised dignity and humility. We will forever be indebted to his legacy. May his soul rest in eternal glory. Thank you Shri Manmohan Singh ji” Today we have lost one of India’s finest Prime Ministers. The man who propelled India’s economic growth. He epitomised dignity and humility. We will forever be indebted to his legacy. May his soul rest in eternal glory. Thank you Shri Manmohan Singh ji 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/dLWMyk5STc — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) December 26, 2024 Telugu megastar Chiranjeevi wrote, "Deeply anguished by the passing away of one of the greatest statesmen Our country has ever produced, highly educated, most graceful, soft-spoken and humble leader Dr Manmohan Singh Ji! His visionary and game-changing contributions as the Finance Minister and then his highly successful tenure as the 13th Prime Minister of India for two successive terms will remain etched in history". Deeply anguished by the passing away of one of the greatest statesmen Our country has ever produced, highly educated, most graceful, soft spoken and humble leader Dr Manmohan Singh Ji! His visionary and game changing contributions as the Finance Minister and then his highly… pic.twitter.com/75CZwyp6en — Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) December 26, 2024 "I feel privileged and fortunate to have served as a Member of Parliament and Minister of State for Tourism during the tenure of a stalwart like him. I fondly cherish my interactions with him and the inspiration and wisdom I got from him forever. It is a tremendous loss to our country. My deepest condolences to his family and each of his numerous admirers. Rest In Peace Manmohan Ji !! Om Shanti", he added. Comedian-actor Kapil Sharma, while sharing a throwback picture, stated, "India has lost one of its finest leaders today. Dr. Manmohan Singh, the architect of India's economic reforms and a symbol of integrity and humility, leaves behind a legacy of progress and hope. His wisdom, dedication, and vision transformed our nation. Rest in peace, Dr. Singh. Your contributions will never be forgotten. #DrManmohanSingh #waheguru”. “India has lost one of its finest leaders today. Dr. Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms and a symbol of integrity and humility, leaves behind a legacy of progress and hope.His wisdom, dedication, and vision transformed our nation. Rest in peace, Dr.… pic.twitter.com/BsSKsclbeK — Kapil Sharma (@KapilSharmaK9) December 26, 2024 “Received the sad news of the demise of former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh ji. I pray to Lord Shri Ram to give a place to the virtuous soul in his feet. Om Shanti #ManmohanSingh,” shared actor Ravi Kishan Actor Sunny Deol, who was last seen in ‘Gadar 2’, took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and wrote, “I'm deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India's economic liberalization. His wisdom, integrity & contributions to the nation's growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences. #RIPDrManmohan Singh”. About Manmohan Singh's death To note, former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was also the first Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to be re-elected after completing a full five-year term. Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the architect of India’s economic reforms, died in New Delhi on Thursday night. He was 92. Singh’s death was announced by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi, where he was admitted in the Emergency ward around 8.30 pm in critical condition.
27 December,2024 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentBollywood star Shraddha Kapoor, who was recently seen in ‘Stree 2’, is rounding up the year, with a major throwback. On Thursday, the actress took to her Instagram, and shared a video capturing her key moments from 2024. The video shows the actress enjoying some lip-smacking food, posing in front of a mic during a recording session, celebrating Holi with her friends, and enjoying the company of her loved ones. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shraddha ✶ (@shraddhakapoor) She wrote in the caption, “Koi mat bolna ke late aaya post, Christmas aur New Year ke beech mein sab maaf hai. Feb + Mar ‘24 throwback”. Earlier, the actress attended the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Finale Race 2024. The event is a highlight on the global sporting calendar, and is known for attracting celebrities and fans from all over the world. Shraddha joined an illustrious lineup of past attendees, including Priyanka Chopra Jonas and global names like Naomi Campbell and Orlando Bloom. In the motorsport world, tensions have escalated between F1 drivers Max Verstappen, who is expecting a child, and George Russell. The row followed after Max Verstappen was handed a one-place grid penalty for driving unnecessarily slowly on a cooldown lap during qualifying last time out in Qatar, leading the Max Verstappen to state that he had “lost all respect” for Russell over how he felt the Briton behaved at the stewards’ hearing. The last season of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was won by Max Verstappen followed by Charles Leclerc at second position and George Russell at the third position. Meanwhile, 2024 has been an incredible year for Shraddha, as ‘Stree 2’ raced ahead of the Shah Rukh Khan-starrer ‘Jawan’ to become the biggest hit in Hindi cinema before it was beaten by the Allu Arjun-starrer ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’. 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
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