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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
EXCLUSIVE: This Raksha Bandhan, I finally tie a rakhi as a sister, says Anaya Bangar
Bombay Times Exclusive Bombay Times has always been at the forefront of social change and inclusivity, leading the conversation through a series of firsts that have challenged norms, celebrated diversity, and pushed boundaries. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now We had the privilege to be a part of Anaya Bangar and her younger brother Atharva's first celebration. Daughter of former cricketer , Anaya, 24, came out as a transwoman a year ago and has been vocal about her journey, which has earned its share of bouquets and brickbats. Atharva, her 16-year-old brother is training to be a professional cricketer. Sport runs in their blood and the siblings continue to banter over their common love for cricket, irrespective of Anaya's transition. Through this conversation, you'll see there's a lot to learn from Gen Z's open-mindedness and deep-rooted sense of acceptance. Excerpts… BOMBAY TIMES EXCLUSIVE: Anaya and Atharva Bangar celebrate their first Raksha Bandhan this year This year marks your first Raksha Bandhan as a brother-sister. That must feel special, doesn't it? Anaya: I am ecstatic. Raksha Bandhan is the biggest celebration of a brother and sister relationship. I never thought this day would come where I would get to celebrate this festival as a sister. Today it's actually happening. Atharva: After she came out, I wondered what would happen on Raksha Bandhan! Yeh bhi hoga abhi! I am speechless (laughs), not in a bad way, it's just that life has a way of surprising you. I want her to give me AirPods. I want to change the rules of Rakhi. Bombay Times Exclusive: Anaya and Atharva Bangar celebrate their first Raksha Bandhan this year How has this relationship evolved over the years? Anaya: We are eight years apart. I used to bully him a lot but now I don't. Our bond has only grown stronger. We are more like friends now, but I will always be his protective elder sister. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now We have grown up in the same environment and I have been a teenage boy once, so those experiences are similar. I know how he thinks and feels about certain things be it girls, first crush for instance. He asks me for advice on how to treat women or how to be on the cricket field. We are both very shy and introverted. He still is. I am growing out of it and experiencing the world. I feel he should, too. Atharva: Once, she gave me a boy's point of view — now, she gives me a girl's point of view so it's a win-win situation (laughs). Our bond has stayed the same. Gender has nothing to do with it. We love playing cricket together. We are both all-rounders. I missed her for the two years that she was in the UK. I am glad she's back. We have movie nights, we order food, it's fun to have her around. Bombay Times Exclusive: Anaya and Atharva Bangar celebrate their first Raksha Bandhan this year What inspires you about the other? Atharva: I hope I am as confident as she is. I am working on it. She challenged societal norms and came out as a transwoman; I deeply admire her for that. There's not much awareness around the LGBT issues in India, and she went ahead anyway. That needs a lot of courage. The way some people troll her, it doesn't make sense to me. They don't think twice before making disparaging remarks. Why criticize something you don't understand? No one has had the guts to bring this up with me and even if they do, it won't bother me. I am glad my generation is more accepting. Anaya: I am proud of him and how understanding he is at this young age. He is setting an example for society. Even after my transition, he never judged me. He is my sibling as he was before. Nothing changed. Atharva, what kind of guy would you like to be your brother-in-law? Someone kind and respectful. I need to bond with him for him to become a part of my family. It doesn't matter if he's a cricketer or not.
News18
04-08-2025
- News18
Teenager Jumps To Death From Hill In Maharashtra After Mother Refuses To Buy Phone For Him
Last Updated: Such instances have been reported lately in Maharashtra, where teenagers have died by suicide after the parents denied their request to buy a phone. A teenage boy jumped off a hill to death in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after his mother denied his request to get him a new mobile phone on Sunday, officials said. The 16-year-old boy was identified as Atharva Gopal Tayde, who had previously asked his mother to buy him a phone and was persistent in his request. However, she turned down his request. Atharva was a native of Jalgaon Jamod in Buldhana district. He was currently living in Swatik City, Sajapur Shivar, Waluj, and was an aspirant for the police recruitment exam, officials said. As the boy asked his mother to buy the phone on Sunday, only to be refused by her, he reportedly went to Khawda hill in Tisgaon and jumped off. He was rushed to the hospital by the local residents; however, the doctors declared him dead after arrival. A similar incident was reported in Maharashtra last year when a 15-year-old boy died by suicide after his mother allegedly refused to get him a mobile phone on his birthday. Officials said the boy, Vishwajeet Ramesh Chamdanwale, died at home while his mother and sister were asleep. In another case from July last year, an 18-year-old boy in Navi Mumbai died by suicide after his father didn't buy him an expensive iPhone. The boy had asked for a phone worth around Rs 1.5 lakh, but his father got him a more affordable Vivo phone instead. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
04-08-2025
- NDTV
Maharashtra Teen Jumps To Death From Hill As Mother Refuses To Buy Phone
A 16-year-old boy jumped to death from a hill in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on Sunday after his mother refused to buy him a mobile phone. The boy, identified as Atharva Gopal Tayde, was asking his mother to buy him a phone for days. However, she refused every time. Atharva was preparing for the police recruitment examination, officials said. On Sunday, Atharva asked his mother again to buy a phone. But when his mother refused, he went to a hill in Tisgaon and jumped. Locals immediately rushed him to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Maharashtra witnessed a similar incident last year when a 15-year-old boy died by suicide after his mother refused to get him a mobile phone on his birthday. The boy, Vishwajeet Ramesh Chamdanwale, died at his house while his mother and sister were asleep, officials said. In July last year, an 18-year-old boy died by suicide in Navi Mumbai after his father did not buy him an expensive iPhone. According to his father, the boy wanted an iPhone costing about Rs 1.5 lakh. When his father bought him a low-cost Vivo phone, he got depressed.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kalpika Ganesh booked for allegedly misbehaving in Hyderabad pub; Case filed and investigations underway: Reports
Picture Credit: Facebook Telugu actor Kalpika Ganesh is in legal trouble after a case was registered against her at Gachibowli police station in Hyderabad. The complaint was registered against her after an alleged incident took place on May 29 at Prism Pub, where she reportedly created a scene following a disagreement with the staff. According to the pub management, the issue began when Kalpika attempted to bring a birthday cake from another shop into the premises of the restaurant, which is not permitted by the outlet. After she was denied, she allegedly started throwing plates, damaged hotel property, body-shamed staff members, and used offensive language as per an India Today report. In a video shared by her on her Instagram account, she was seen arguing with the staff and refused to pay her bill. Another video on social media also saw the actress engaged in a heated exchange with pub employees. Even when the police arrived at the location, they were unable to bring the situation under control. According to the complaint, the management claimed that Kalpika continued to create a ruckus despite the police's presence. Following the incident, the Gachibowli police registered a case against the actress with court permission. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tired of High Power Bills? Plug in This Device elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo She has been booked under Sections 324(4), 352, and 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), among other charges. An official investigation into the matter is currently underway. Kalpika Ganesh was last seen in the film 'Atharva', released in 2023. She made her debut in the Telugu film industry with the 2009 film 'Prayanam'. Since then, she has appeared in supporting roles in several notable movies including 'Orange', 'Julayi', 'HIT: The First Case' and many more.
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Atlas Cycle Attagaru Petle' gets a grand launch
Young and promising actor Karthik Raju is set to take audiences on a nostalgic journey with his latest film, Atlas Cycle Attagaru Petle. The film was officially launched on May 23 with a traditional Pooja ceremony at Ramanaidu Studios. Backed by producer Gali Krishna under the Sri Ramakrishna Cinema banner and helmed by director Raja Dussa, this period entertainer is based on real events that unfolded in Warangal during the 1980s. Known for his versatile choices in films like Kausalya Krishnamurthy and Atharva, Karthik Raju now pairs up with Kajal Choudhary, who gained recent fame through Anaganaga. The project is co-produced by Mallavaram Venkateswara Reddy and Roopa Kiran Ganji, with Suresh Bobbili composing the music and Kasarla Shyam penning the lyrics. The launch event saw several industry stalwarts in attendance. Tammareddy Bharadwaja handed over the script, Suresh Babu gave the first clap, actor Chaitanya turned on the camera, and Bheemineni Srinivasa Rao directed the muhurtham shot. Speaking at the event, director Raja Dussa shared, 'This film is a period drama with emotional depth and humour, inspired by true incidents. We aim for a brisk shoot and are excited to bring this unique story to life.' He also thanked the prominent guests for their support and recalled his previous success with 105 Minutes, starring Hansika. Karthik Raju expressed his enthusiasm, saying, 'I'm thrilled to be part of this 80s-set film and to collaborate with Kajal Choudhary. I thank our director and producer for believing in this story.' Kajal added, 'I'm very excited about this project. The story is special, and I'm working with a brilliant team. I'm truly grateful for the love from Telugu audiences.' The cast also features Tammareddy Bharadwaja, Bheemineni Srinivasa Rao, Surabhi Prabhavathi, Sridhar Reddy, Abhay, Phani, Padma, and Keerthilatha. With a compelling narrative and a talented team, Atlas Cycle Attagaru Petle promises to be an engaging cinematic journey into the past.
