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AR Rahman built his first studio by selling mother's jewellery
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16 May 2024, 16:22
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AR Rahman is a much admired name in the Indian music world. He has made a place in the hearts of his fans by singing numerous songs in his career. But the way to reach this position today was not easy for this Oscar-winning musician.
His early life in music was spent in financial difficulties.
Not only that, AR Rahman saved his mother's jewellery to build the first studio. He said these things in an Indian media interview after the release of 'Amar Singh Chamkila' on Netflix recently.
At that time, AR Rahman said that his mother gave money to buy equipment for the studio by selling jewellery. This singer could not even go to college due to lack of money.
Recalling the financial difficulties, he says, 'When I built my studio, I didn't have money to buy amplifiers or equalizers. The studio had a shelf, carpet and AC. I didn't have money to buy anything else so I just sat in the studio.'
AR Rahman said, 'My mother sold her jewellery and gave me the first recorder. That's when I see my future, that's when I change.'
He also said that he could not go to college because of money. 'When I was 12 years old I used to hang out with 40-50 year olds. I was bored. That's why I tried to listen to more music, to know what was happening around.'
Incidentally, Imtiaz Ali's movie 'Amar Singh Chamkila' was released on Netflix on April 12. The movie was especially appreciated by the audience for its music. The movie is based on the life of late Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila. The music is directed by AR Rahman.
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Badshah and Hania Aamir: Just Friends or Something Deeper?
Bollywood rapper Badshah and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir have once again set rumor mills buzzing after their recent interaction at a Dubai concert. The two, known for their close friendship, were spotted enjoying each other's company, with Hania even sharing glimpses of the event on her social media. This has fueled speculation about a possible romantic connection between the pair.
At the concert, a video of Badshah warmly hugging Hania quickly went viral. The clip shows the rapper greeting her, exchanging pleasantries, and then hyping up the crowd by asking them to “make some noise for Hania!” Fans immediately began wondering if there was more to their relationship than friendship.
This isn’t the first time the duo has sparked such rumors. Earlier this year, they were seen together at Diljit Dosanjh’s concert in London, where their playful chemistry also drew attention.
Despite the buzz, both Badshah and Hania have dismissed the idea of a romance. Badshah addressed the rumors, saying, “Hania is a great friend, and we always enjoy spending time together. That’s all there is to it.” Similarly, Hania praised Badshah as “a wonderful person” and reiterated that their relationship is purely platonic.
Even with their repeated denials, fans remain intrigued, speculating about what might truly be going on between the two.
Kareena Redefines Glam in A Black, Golden Embellished Saree
Kareena Kapoor continues to reign as a true fashion icon. The actor keeps slaying fashion goals, one outfit at a time. The actor's sartorial sense of fashion is reflected in a plethora of attires, ranging from formal to casual to glam cocktail party looks. Kareena took over the fashion game, yet again on Saturday, and gave us fresh weekend fashion inspiration with her stunning evening look.
Kareena's weekend party fashion inspiration is here and we cannot keep calm already. The actor shared two pictures from her evening look of the day and they are both breathtaking. Kareena, for her Saturday night look, opted for the six yards of grace and redefined gorgeous and glam together
Here's what Kareena wore
Kareena picked a black and golden saree for her weekend night look and it’s stunning as ever. The actor draped the black silk saree featuring golden embroidery work adding to the gorgeous look. The saree also featured intricate golden zardozi zari details at the borders. “Saturday night,” Kareena captioned her picture.
Kareena teamed it with a matching sleeveless blouse with a sweetheart neckline. Another picture of her Saturday night look features the monochrome look of the actor doing a hair flip perfectly. “Flip. Ciao,” added Kareena with a white heart emoticon.
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How did Kareena Kapoor accessorize her Saturday night look?
Kareena reinstated that less is more through her saree look. The actor opted for a statement choker with red beads and a golden metallic flower in the middle. In a matching golden bracelet and a statement ring, Kareena kept it minimal as she let her ensemble do all the talking.
Kareena opted for a bright makeup look in classic black winged eyeliner, kohl-lined eyes, nude eyeshadow, and a shade of nude lipstick.
Kareena's glam looks are here to stay. A few weeks back, the actor aced the main character energy in a black laced gown with a black sheath sleeveless. The gown glided down in a heavily embellished skirt with black rhinestones adorning it.
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Truth Behind Dipti's 'Child of a Freedom Fighter Family' Identity
When the country was in turmoil over the quota reform movement, Justice Shamsuddin Chowdhury Manik and BNP leader Golam Maula Rony were speaking on a television talk show in the country. The host of the program was Dipti Chowdhury.
In the 49-minute talk show, she showed quite an intelligent discussion and patience from the beginning. After that, she was praised on social media across the country.
Dipti went viral in a hurry. Her face was also included in the graffiti of the anti-discrimination student movement painted on the city wall. However, Dipti could not enjoy the discussion and praise with her heart. She also had to endure the sarcasm. At the end of the talk show, Dipti, angry with Justice Manik, shouted that she was the child of a freedom fighter family.
She has been facing body shaming for so long. She has also been facing sarcasm about her age.
This time, many netizens on social media are asking about the truth behind her 'child of a freedom fighter family' identity. Many are challenging Dipti's claim from various Facebook accounts and pages.
Not only that, many rumors are being spread about Dipti. Dipti Chowdhury is also being bullied through trolling on social media.
In such a context, a photo card with the name and logo of a media outlet in the country has been spread on Facebook containing Dipti's statement. The photo card reveals, "My grandmother's cousin's husband was a freedom fighter."
However, the alleged photo card has been posted on the media outlet's page as there is no truth to the post.
Meanwhile, on Friday (November 22), online activist Nijhum Majumdar wrote on her verified Facebook page, targeting Dipti Chowdhury, "Dipti Chowdhury, you called yourself a child of a freedom fighter family. Who was a freedom fighter in your family? In which sector? What is the name? What is your relationship with him? Simple matter. Why are you delaying in giving this simple answer?"
The fact that the viral photo card of Dipti was purposefully spread was revealed in an investigative report by the fact-checking department of the national daily 'Ajker Patrika'.
In that fact-check report, through various information and data, the issue of Dipti Chowdhury's family and her family's involvement with the Liberation War was revealed. The report said that Dipti's grandfather's house is in Ashtagram, Kishoreganj. Her father's name is Shibli Chowdhury. Dipti Chowdhury's grandfather's name is Nurul Islam Chowdhury, he was the chairman of Adampur Union Parishad of Ashtagram, Kishoreganj. During the Liberation War, Nurul Islam Chowdhury was one of the organizers of the Liberation War.
Since Nurul Islam Chowdhury's sister did not have any children, Dipti Chowdhury's father Shibli Chowdhury grew up with her. Later, they moved to Nasirnagar in Brahmanbaria with Shibli Chowdhury and started living there.
It is known that according to the information received, Shibli Chowdhury's two uncles (Nurul Islam Chowdhury's cousin) Qutub Uddin Chowdhury and Gias Uddin Chowdhury are government-certified freedom fighters. Among them, Qutub Uddin Chowdhury was an assistant teacher at Adampur Dewan Ali High School and is currently retired. Gias Uddin Chowdhury is deceased.
The names of Qutub Uddin Chowdhury and Gias Uddin Chowdhury can be found in the list of freedom fighters on the official website of Ashtagram Upazila.
Aishwarya's Video Went Viral Amid Divorce Rumors
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan are currently embroiled in controversy surrounding their marriage. With rumors of Aishwarya Rai living separately from her husband and reports of Abhishek Bachchan's alleged affair with Nimrat Kaur, every little thing that Bollywood's beloved couple does is grabbing headlines. Amid this, a hard-hitting video by Aishwarya Rai is going viral on social media in which the actress could be seen inspiring people to stand up for their own worth. The video is part of L'Oreal Paris' Stand Up Against Street Harassment Training Program.
In the video, Aishwarya Rai could be seen inspiring women to not fall prey to street harassment. "Street harassment, how to deal with it? Avoid eye contact? No. Look the problem directly in the eyes. Hold your head high. Feminine and feminist. My body, my worth. Never compromise your worth. Do not doubt yourself. Stand up for your worth. Don't blame your dress or your lipstick. Street harassment is never your fault," she said in the video promoting the campaign.
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Aishwarya Rai's video is going viral, especially amid growing rumors surrounding her divorce from Abhishek Bachchan. Recently, the actress again grabbed headlines as she shared photos from her daughter Aaradhya's birthday bash sans Bachchan family members, including her husband.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan's divorce rumors first started in July this year when the actress attended the high-profile event of Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's son Anant Ambani's wedding with Radhika Merchant without the Bachchan family, arriving solo with her daughter Aaradhya.
Slumdog Millionaire Sequel in the Works, Developed by Bridge7
Bridge7, a Los Angeles-based production company, has secured the rights to produce a sequel and TV adaptation of the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire. The company, co-founded by producer Swati Shetty and veteran CAA agent Grant Kessman, acquired the rights from UK-based Celador, the original producer of the 2008 hit alongside Film4.
This announcement brings exciting news for fans of the global sensation, which captivated audiences with its powerful story of hope, resilience, and destiny. Shetty and Kessman emphasized the enduring appeal of the film’s narrative in a statement.
“Some stories stay with us long after the credits roll, and Slumdog Millionaire is undoubtedly one of them. Its universal narrative transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. It’s the kind of story we cherish—one that merges entertainment with deep human experiences,” they said.
The sequel will build on the legacy of the original, exploring new themes while staying true to its core message. With Bridge7's dedication to meaningful storytelling, the project promises to evoke the same emotional impact that made the first film a cinematic classic.
Fans around the world are eagerly awaiting further details, including the storyline and cast.
Dhanush and Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth are Now Officially Divorced
Actor-director Dhanush and director Aishwarya Rajinikanth have finally been granted divorce by the Chennai family court on Wednesday, November 27.
The couple had a grand wedding in 2004, spending lavishly on the event. After being married for 18 years, they decided to part ways over irreconcilable differences. They have two sons, Yatra and Linga, and will continue to co-parent them.
Earlier this year, Dhanush and Aishwarya filed for divorce after announcing their separation on social media in January 2022. While the two did not appear for the court hearing three times, they were present in the Chennai court on November 21 for the in-camera proceedings.
The family coach, Shubha Devi, approved the divorce. Reports suggest that earlier hearings were delayed due to their absence.
Dhanush has been in the news due to a copyright case against Nayanthara. Dhanush and Aishwarya's marriage faced issues for many years before they decided to part ways. They have been living separately for the last two years. Their divorce was officially approved after they both agreed to it during the court proceedings.
Both Dhanush and Aishwarya come from prominent South Indian cinema families. Their wedding was a significant event, reflecting their status in the industry. Despite their separation, they continue to focus on their individual lives and careers.
Atif Aslam to Rock Stage in Dhaka Today
Popular Pakistani singer Atif Aslam will grace the stage of Dhaka on Friday (November 29). He will sing at the 'Magical Night 2.0' concert at the Army Stadium tonight. Atif arrived in Dhaka on the afternoon of November 28 for this concert.
Triple Time Communication, the concert organizer, said Atif will take the stage after 8 pm tonight. He has been to Dhaka several times before.
Apart from Atif, young Pakistani artist Abdul Hannan, Bangladeshi Tahsan Khan, and the band Kaktal will also perform at the concert. Apart from this, this concert will have a special surprise, which the organizing committee is not revealing right now.
The concert will start at 5 pm at the Bangladesh Army Stadium, and the gates will open for the audience at 1 pm.
