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- Time of India
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Canadian intelligence agency celebrates pride in online post; draws mixed reactions The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) found itself the target of online trolling following its tweet on Pride month celebrations earlier this summer. The controversy stemmed from a tweet posted by @csiscanada that highlighted the agency's commemoration of Pride Season, featuring performances by Two-Spirit hoop dancer Makhena Ranken Guerin, comedian Ava Val, and public servant David Da Silva. CSIS had posted on its official X handle 'Back in June, CSIS launched its #PrideSeason celebrations with a few guest speakers. Thanks to the talented Two-spirit hoop dancer Makhena Ranken Guerin, the hilarious Canadian comedienne Ava Val, and inspirational public servant David Da Silva...' — csiscanada (@csiscanada) The post quickly sparked an outpouring of critical remarks online. Some commentators seized on the juxtaposition of a national security agency engaging in Pride celebrations, ridiculing the blend of intelligence work with performative inclusivity. Some social-media users mockingly reacted that CSIS had 'gone full rainbow'. Others said such initiatives risked trivializing the gravity of national security concerns. Observers noted that the intelligence agency had been increasingly active on social media platforms, engaging publicly and actively sharing cultural moments.


Mint
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- Mint
3 Idiots, Dabangg 2, Parineeta actor Achyut Potdar passed away at 91: Who was the veteran actor?
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who appeared in films like Aamir Khan's 3 Idiots, Salman Khan's Dabangg 2, Parineeta and more, is no more. He was 91. While the cause of his death is not revealed, reportedly, he was dealing with age-related issues. Reportedly, Potdar breathed his last on Monday in Thane. As per multiple reports, the actor was recently taken to a hospital in Mumbai due to age-related health issues. His funeral is said to take place on August 19 in Thane. The news of Achyut Potdar's death was confirmed on social media by the official Instagram handle of Star Pravah. Their post mentioned, 'A heartfelt tribute to senior actor Achyut Potdar… His smile, simplicity and honesty in every role will always be remembered." The actor, who acted in more than 125 Hindi and Marathi films, and over 100 TV serials. Achyut Potdar joined the entertainment industry at the age of 44, after working in the Indian Armed Forces and the Indian Oil Company. After his graduation, he reportedly began working as a professor at Rewa, Madhya Pradesh. Later, it is believed that Potdar joined the Indian Army. He starred in more than 125 Hindi and Marathi films. He also acted in more than 100 TV shows in his career. Achyut Potdar is best known for his popular role as a college professor in filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani's blockbuster film 3 Idiots, starring Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi and R Madhavan. Achyut went viral for his one-liner 'Kehna Kya Chahte Ho', sparking memes on social media. Potdar worked in films including Aakrosh, Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai, Ardh Satya, Tezaab, Parinda, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Dilwale, Yeh Dillagi, Rangeela, Mritydand, Yeshwant, Ishq, Vaastav, Aa Ab Laut Chalen, Hum Saath Saath Hain, Parineeta, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 3 Idiots, Dabangg 2, and Ventilator.


Indian Express
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- Indian Express
Triptii Dimri's Animal co-star Saurabh Sachdeva on her recent ‘failures': ‘Sachin Tendulkar bhi zero pe out hota hai'
Actor Saurabh Sachdeva, who worked with Triptii Dimri in the films Animal and Dhadak 2, spoke about her evolution and perceived 'failures' in recent times. Saurabh, who also works as an acting coach and has trained Triptii in the past, said that falling down and getting back up again is a part of the journey, as he addressed Triptii's choices following Animal, which helped her break out in the mainstream. In an interview with Galatta Hindi, he was asked about Triptii's post-Animal career, which includes films such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. He said, 'How will Triptii come to know if she's a fit for such films unless she does them? She will only know once she does it, and takes the risk. An actor's job is to take risks, we don't do the same job every day. We experiment, and sometimes, experiments can fail. That doesn't mean she's a failure. I've failed so many times in school and at sports. But that doesn't mean I'm a failure.' Also read – Ranbir Kapoor's Animal co-star confesses he 'didn't understand' the film until the end; said he rejected it after first meeting with Sandeep Reddy Vanga Saurabh, who has also played roles in Sacred Games and Jaane Jaan, continued, 'She might have failed, the films might have failed, her performances might have failed… But Sachin Tendulkar has also gotten out at zero. I'm not comparing them, but all I'm saying is that she is trying to take risks, which is beautiful for an artist.' Saurabh said that he was very impressed by Triptii's vulnerability in Animal, and pointed out that she has received good reviews for Dhadak 2. In an earlier interview with Hindustan Times, Saurabh said that Triptii's choices haven't been right. 'I think with Triptii, her choices didn't work well. But she is wonderful. She looks good on camera, works hard, is vulnerable and sensitive, and is nice to work with. There are no tantrums, from what I saw in the few films I have done with her. All that never changed with her. What happened was that her choices were not right. That is also something an actor needs to learn. You have to make those choices, the ones that are difficult to make,' he said. She will next be seen in Spirit, the new film directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Prabhas.