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India.com
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- India.com
Meet Dilip Kumar's 'grandson', unlucky even after a hit debut, looks as handsome as Dev Anand, is unmarried at 56, he is…
Today, we are going to tell you about a Bollywood actor who dominated the box office with his very first film. With his debut in Bollywood in 1991, he defeated all the superstars of that era. No one could compete with him at the box office. We are talking about actor Vivek Mushran. Who is Vivek Mushran? Vivek Mushran made his Bollywood debut with the 1991 film 'Soudagar'. He became famous overnight with this film. Along with Vivek, this was also the debut film of actress Manisha Koirala. Although this film was based on Dilip Kumar and Raj Kumar, Vivek-Manisha also appeared in lead roles in it. Vivek played the role of Dilip Kumar's grandson in the film 'Soudagar'. After the release of this film, people started seeing the image of Dev Anand in Vivek, because at that time Vivek looked like Dev Anand. Not only this, after seeing Vivek's acting in the film, there was a discussion in the industry that he could become a new superstar of Bollywood in the future. Why did Vivek disappear from films? But, it is said that in everything, along with your hard work, your luck is also necessary, only then you are able to succeed in your work and this did not happen with Vivek. His luck was not with him and due to this the graph of his film career gradually went down. It was not that he did not get films after the film 'Saudagar'. He worked in many films, but he did not get success from any film. When he did not get success in films, he turned to TV, where he was successful in maintaining his identity, but did not achieve any special heights in his career. Where is Vivek Mushran now? Today, Vivek is 56 years old, but he has not married yet. Once in an exclusive conversation with ETimes, Vivek had said, 'I had not thought about marriage. It could have happened, but things did not happen as I had expected, but I have no regrets.' He further said, 'I have been a happy person for a long time, but right now I would love to find a partner. My friends, who are married, think that I am the luckiest and happiest person on earth. Even if I am not married, I definitely feel the need for a partner.' Extending his talk, he had said, 'The last time I was in a relationship was two years ago and since then I have been mostly single. I would love to get married, but for my happiness, not because of social norms. It is never too late, but for me, it is now or never.'
The Hindu
2 hours ago
- The Hindu
Every theatre must screen a Bengali film daily at prime time: State government
The West Bengal government passed an order on Wednesday (August 13, 2025), mandating the screening of at least one Bengali-language film daily in prime time slots in every theatre and multiplex in the State. The Trinamool Congress, which is in power, has stepped up its Bhasha Andolan (language movement) as part of a push to prioritise the Bengali language and culture. This comes as Bengali-speaking migrants have been facing physical attacks and arrest across the country. 'In every cinema hall and on all screens (each screen) of every multiplex and theatre in this State, 365 prime-time shows of Bengali films shall mandatorily be screened throughout the year with at least one Bengali show per day,' the order by the State Government's Information and Cultural Affairs Department reads. 'Earlier, only 120 Bengali film screenings were mandatory per year. Under the new rules, Bengali films must be screened 365 days a year on every screen during prime time slots,' West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas said on Wednesday (August 13, 2025), referring to the August 13 notification. Prime time shows refer to screenings held between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m., the order dated August 13 clarifies. Rules to be amended According to the order, necessary amendments would also be made to the West Bengal Cinemas (Regulation of Public Exhibitions) Rules, 1956, in due course. The legislation pertains to the public screening of motion pictures in the State. The order further states that this move aims to encourage the Bengali film industry, and that the issue of mandatory screenings of Bengali films by cinema halls and multiplexes of this State had been under active consideration by the State Government. Industry welcomes the order President of the Federation of Cine Technicians and Workers of Eastern India, Swarup Biswas, called the notification 'historic' on Wednesday. 'This is a historic move by the government as it has now expanded the perimeters of the public exhibition of Bengali language films. This will ensure there are at least 365 screenings of Bengali films across all theatres and multiplexes in the State, in a fitting response to those who criticised the declining number of Bengali film productions year on year,' Mr. Biswas said. For context, the number of Bengali language films released in 2024 had drastically reduced to under 40, from around 134 films in 2023. 'I wholeheartedly welcome the order, but we need to wait and see how it unfolds. Mandating prime time screenings will help boost sales outside the supply-demand model of distribution networks and offer some protection to those making films in the Bengali language,' critically acclaimed Bengali filmmaker Goutam Ghose told The Hindu. He added that with the inception of multiplexes and the growing popularity of Bollywood films, the distribution of and revenue from Bengali language films had taken a hit. 'The film exhibition business in the State often preferred Bollywood films for prime time slots, considering their demand. The challenge for us was growing and sustaining a dedicated regional audience for Bengali films, like we see in the southern States. This order will hopefully help us do that. It will also challenge us to make films with better content and technology,' he added. Long awaited Mr. Ghose further said that talks had been ongoing for the last two decades to introduce a mandate like this. 'It is indeed an encouraging order. Talks and discussions have ultimately had some effect. I congratulate all who were involved in getting this order passed and the State government for the positive step it has taken in exhibiting Bangla, or Bengali language films,' renowned Bengali filmmaker Sudeshna Roy said. Meanwhile, director and film producer Soumyajit Majumder said that the order is a welcome change but also a late intervention. 'Most States already have a regional film policy. Marathi films, for example, have had this backing from the Maharashtra government regarding prime time slots. As a producer, I think well-made Bengali films will get a fairer chance to survive the box office and get noticed by more people,' he said. Mr Majumder also highlighted that this step might also benefit independent Bengali language movies that lack big marketing budgets. 'These films can rely more on word-of-mouth publicity and will not be ousted immediately, citing non-performance. For the Bengali language and culture to survive in this globalised world, Bengali cinema will play an integral role. It shouldn't be only about business,' he added.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
Sharmila Tagore REACTS to Supreme Court ruling on relocating Delhi-NCR stray dogs: 'The decision is like door closing on voiceless...'
Sharmila Tagore and Randeep Hooda expressed worries about the Supreme Court's order to move stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelters. They advocated for a humane, balanced approach. Tagore called the decision a closure for the voiceless. Hooda welcomed the court's reconsideration. Both stars suggested long-term solutions like neutering and adoption. Tagore recently starred in 'Puratawn'. Hooda's latest film is 'Jaat'. Sharmila Tagore and Randeep Hooda have voiced their concerns over the Supreme Court 's recent directive to relocate all stray dogs in Delhi-NCR to shelter homes. Both stars urged a more humane and balanced approach, calling for long-term solutions that protect both people and animals while addressing the so-called 'dog menace. ' 'Decision is like a door closing on the voiceless' In a video shared by Anish Gawande, National Spokesperson of the NCP, on X, the veteran actress said, 'Today, we are facing a crisis of conscience. The recent Supreme Court decision is like a door closing on the voiceless and defenceless of our society. I wish the safety and sanctity of life was at the heart of the judgement.' Calling for a more balanced response, she added, 'I wish a more nuanced and calibrated approach had been taken towards the systemic flaws that are at the root of the so-called dog menace. In silencing those who cannot protect themselves, we risk losing something essential within ourselves.' Appeal to reconsider the order She urged the government to reconsider the order, saying, 'This need of experience over sympathy has caused tremendous harm. I hope and pray the Supreme Court will try and find a fine balance embedded in justice.' Responding to the widespread criticism, Chief Justice Gavai agreed on 13 August, to review the Court's order. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Randeep Hooda weighs in Reacting to this development, actor Randeep Hooda welcomed the reconsideration, tweeting: "So glad to hear that the Honourable CJI has agreed to look into the ruling about stray dogs in NCR. Passing a law and implementing a law should be, firstly, humane — and secondly, the infrastructure and sensitivity need to be taken care of." He acknowledged the complexity of the issue, "Are stray dogs our collective community humanitarian responsibility? Yes. Can they be a menace? Yes. I love animals — but will I be able to justify it to a family that has lost a loved one to rabies or serious injuries? No." Long-term solutions recommended Randeep warned that mass impounding is neither practical nor humane. He recommended long-term measures such as large-scale, repeated neutering, relocating aggressive dog packs, and encouraging adoption. Sharmila Tagore recently returned to Bengali cinema with Puratawn, released in April and directed by Suman Ghosh, marking her first Bengali film in 14 years. Randeep Hooda's latest release is the action thriller Jaat (April 10), where he plays the antagonist opposite Sunny Deol .
