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Hans India
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Fadnavis inaugurates Maharashtra Cyber's AI chatbot and awareness film
Mumbai: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday inaugurated Maharashtra Cyber's AI-based chatbot and a public awareness short film. These citizen-centric initiatives aim to spread awareness and provide prompt guidance to citizens to prevent cyber fraud, crimes, and human trafficking. The inauguration took place in the presence of Additional Director General of Police (Cyber) Yashasvi Yadav, DIG Sanjay Shintre, Superintendent of Police Hemrajsingh Rajput, actors Sharad Kelkar and Ameesha Patel, and OSD to the Chief Minister Kaustubh Dhavse. A short awareness film on cybersecurity, featuring actors Sharad Kelkar and Ameesha Patel, was showcased in both Marathi and Hindi languages. The film educates citizens on various forms of cybercrime and fraud. The newly launched AI-based chatbot, integrated with Maharashtra Cyber's 1945 helpline, was also presented. It provides users with information on different types of cybercrime and how to file complaints, the government said in a statement. CM Fadnavis remarked, 'People are receiving increasing numbers of cyber fraud calls, and it is crucial to respond to them with caution. This chatbot and awareness film will prove vital in providing timely information to the public. Raising awareness is key to preventing crimes before they occur.' He also emphasised the need for greater public awareness to prevent human trafficking, particularly cases where individuals are taken abroad under the pretext of jobs and sold into exploitation. A youth rescued by Maharashtra Cyber from forced labour in Myanmar and Laos shared his harrowing experience during the event and expressed deep gratitude to the authorities for saving his life. Maharashtra Cyber had recently rescued 64 victims and arrested five agents involved in trafficking, said the government in the statement. Actor Sharad Kelkar said, 'It is essential to spread awareness about cyber safety. I'm proud to be part of this campaign, which will help reach a wide audience.' Actress Ameesha Patel added, 'In this digital age, it is important to curb rising cybercrime, and public awareness is key.' Kaustubh Dhavse gave an overview of Maharashtra Cyber's various initiatives, while ADG Yadav highlighted the ongoing awareness campaign.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ameesha Patel addresses pay disparity, ageism and film budgets in Bollywood: 'It's justified but they should not have such a wide gap'
Actress recently shared her perspectives on several pertinent issues currently being discussed within the Bollywood film industry. In an interview with India Today, the Gadar 2 star offered her views on the contentious topic of pay disparity between male and female actors, the prevalent issue of ageism, and the escalating budgets of film productions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Pay Disparity: Justified but the Gap Needs to Narrow Addressing the long-standing debate surrounding the pay gap in Bollywood, Ameesha Patel acknowledged the existing disparity but emphasized the crucial need for it to be significantly reduced. She stated, "It should decrease for sure, but it's also justified because heroes do bring in the lion's share of the box office. But yeah, they should not have such a wide gap." Patel's statement reflects a nuanced understanding of the commercial realities of the film industry, where male lead actors often command higher fees due to their perceived box office draw. However, she firmly advocates for a more equitable compensation structure, suggesting that the current chasm between male and female earnings is excessive and requires rectification. Ameesha Patel also voiced a strong and unequivocal opinion against ageism, labeling it a "complete no, no." She elaborated on her stance by pointing out the current industry dynamics, stating, "It's wrong because we're seeing it today. It's very easy to call our superstars old or whatever, but they're the ones getting the box office clicking and getting all the big numbers, so I think it's wrong." Patel's comments highlight the apparent contradiction of criticizing established, older actors while simultaneously acknowledging their significant contribution to the industry's commercial success. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She suggests that judging actors based on their age, especially when they continue to deliver successful films, is unwarranted and unfair. Ameesha Patel Makes a Stylish Appearance at the Airport Patel further weighed in on the escalating budgets of film productions and stressed the importance of actors being willing to revisit their fee structures in the current economic climate. She explained, "Actors slashing their fees is required at the moment because films are getting very expensive to make. Sometimes when an actor's fee is too high, the producer has to compromise on the actual making of the film, and then the production value does not look as good as the film demands it to, and the audience doesn't end up liking the film." Her perspective underscores the delicate balance between actor compensation and the overall quality of the cinematic product. Patel further elaborated on the potential benefits of actors adopting a more reasonable approach to their fees. She suggested that this could lead to an improvement in the overall quality of cinema, stating, "If an actor takes a reasonable remuneration, they can focus on better cinema for sure, and the pressure of getting the film to succeed is a lot less because your budget is under control. So definitely." By advocating for a more collaborative financial approach, Patel implies that prioritizing the film's production value over exorbitant individual fees could ultimately lead to better storytelling and a more positive audience reception. Ameesha Patel's forthright opinions come at a crucial juncture for the Bollywood industry, as it grapples with evolving audience preferences, increasing production costs, and heightened scrutiny regarding issues of pay equity and age dynamics within its workforce.
India Today
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ameesha Patel: Pay disparity is justified, but there shouldn't be a wide gap
Ameesha Patel has shared her views on some of the most talked-about issues in the film industry. In an exclusive chat with India Today Digital, the actor spoke about the pay disparity between genders, ageism, and skyrocketing film about the long-standing debate over the pay gap in Bollywood, Patel acknowledged that while there is justification for the disparity, the gap must narrow, 'It should decrease for sure, but it's also justified because heroes do bring in the lion's share of the box office. But yeah, they should not have such a wide gap.'advertisementThe actor, who made a comeback with 'Gadar 2', also voiced a strong opinion on ageism, calling it a 'complete no, no'. Ameesha added, 'It's wrong because we're seeing it today. It's very easy to call our superstars old or whatever, but they're the ones getting the box office clicking and getting all the big numbers, so I think it's wrong.' Patel also weighed in on the rising budgets of films and the importance of actors revisiting their fee structure to ensure overall quality doesn't suffer. 'Actors slashing their fees is required at the moment because films are getting very expensive to make,' she explained. 'Sometimes when an actor's fee is too high, the producer has to compromise on the actual making of the film, and then the production value does not look as good as the film demands it to, and the audience doesn't end up liking the film."advertisementShe added that reasonable fees could help improve the overall quality of cinema. 'If an actor takes a reasonable remuneration, they can focus on better cinema for sure, and the pressure of getting the film to succeed is a lot less because your budget is under control. So definitely.'Patel's honesty comes at a time when the industry is navigating shifting audience tastes, rising costs, and greater scrutiny over pay and age dynamics. Must Watch
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ameesha Patel Makes a Stylish Appearance at the Airport
/ May 02, 2025, 12:37PM IST Ameesha Patel was spotted at Mumbai airport, turning heads with her chic and casual look. She wore a white crop top with denim shorts, adding a stylish touch by tying a white shirt at her waist. Her look was completed with sunglasses, a white sling bag, and sneakers. Adding to the fun, she delighted fans by dancing to the iconic "Main Nikla Gaddi Leke" from Gadar.
NDTV
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Ameesha Patel Calls Out Inappropriate Behaviour During Public Events, Recalls An Incident During Gadar Shoot
Ameesha Patel is known for blockbusters like Kaho Hai and Gadar. Her film Gadar 2 with Sunny Deol on August 11, 2023, broke all box office records and she has been having a lot of media interactions since then. In a recent interview with Filmy Mantra, Ameesha spoke about a shocking incident where she slapped men for inappropriate behaviour in extremely crowded places. She further revealed that this usually happens to women in overly crowded places. She said, " Yeh aksar auraton ke saath hota hai, ladkiyon ke saath hota hai crowded places mein. Naa ki mein ek actor hu, naa ki kyunki mein public platform mein hu. Yeh hota hai kyunki hum ladkiyan hai, hum aurat hai." (This often happens to women and girls in crowded places-not because I'm an actor or on a public platform, but simply because we are women)." Revealing more details of the horrific incident during the shooting of Gadar, Ameesha narrated how a crowd of 20,000 people had gotten together at a real train station. During one of the pivotal scenes in the film, the actress got herself embroiled in the chaos that unfolded. While the actress was focused on her emotional scene, she recalled how she had sensed some inappropriate behaviour in the crowd. She was enraged as she immediately called it out and asked the film crew to take action. She further added that after that the director ensured complete safety on set and police protection was also provided. Ameesha further revealed the discomfort that she has experienced at multiple public events, but how she has never hesitated to hit back when needed. She said, "I have turned them down and slapped them. I think every woman should because protecting yourself is your birthright. Anybody be it a stranger, family member, or friend; if a woman is touched inappropriately, she should give it back."
