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India.com
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Kareena Kapoor and Karisma Kapoor did not get along well with their 'brother', his career flopped even after giving many films, his name is…
Nepotism is seen a lot in Bollywood. Due to this, it becomes difficult for outsiders to survive in Bollywood. Most of the stars working in the film industry are related to each other. Still, you will be surprised to know that there is a special relationship between Bollywood's Bebo Kareena Kapoor Khan and Aftab Shivdasani. Kareena and Aftab were seen together in the film Kambakht Ishq . But very few people know what the relationship is between Aftab and Kareena. If you also do not know about this unknown relationship, let us tell you. Aftab's relation with the Kapoor family Kapoor sisters Karisma and Kareena Kapoor are granddaughters of showman Raj Kapoor and daughters of Randhir Kapoor. Randhir Kapoor's wife is Babita, whose surname was Shivdasani before marriage. Now she has become Babita Kapoor from Babita Shivdasani. Aftab is related to the yesteryear actress Babita. Aftab's father, Prem Shivdasani, was the nephew of actress Babita's father, Hari Shivdasani. Babita is Aftab's aunt. In this way, Aftab is the cousin of Karisma and Kareena. Babita and veteran actress Sadhna are sisters. Despite having such a big link with the Kapoor family, Aftab is seen in a different faction in Bollywood. Let us tell you that Aftab's aunt Sadhna and Babita, despite being sisters, did not talk to each other. There was a distance between the two families. According to some reports, this was due to personal reasons. Both were famous actresses of their time. Aftab Shivdasani's work front Aftab Shivdasani has been active in films since childhood and has appeared as a child star in many films. Aftab played the childhood role of Vijay Kumar Srivastava in Anil Kapoor's Mr. India and Amitabh Bachchan's film Shahenshah . Apart from this, he has appeared as a child star in Chalbaaz, Awwal Number, and Insaniyat. At the same time, Ram Gopal Varma gave him a chance as an actor in the film Mast. He got recognition in Bollywood with this film. His hit films include films like Masti (all three parts), Awara Pagal Deewana, and Hungama. Currently, Aftab is shooting his upcoming project, Masti 4 .
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive- Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye's Kishori Shahane on celebrating International Dance Day: For me, dance is discipline and expression
International Dance Day , observed on 29th April, celebrates the stories that dance tells without a single word. More than just an art form, dance is emotion in motion—a powerful expression of culture, spirit, and connection. From classical performances to carefree twirls around a room, dance has the power to uplift, inspire, and heal. It builds relationships and forges bonds through shared rhythm. Marking this day, Kishori Shahane from Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye honours the beauty of this universal language and shares cherished memories of how dance has touched her life. Kishori Shahane who essays the role of Babita in Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye said, "For me, dance is discipline and expression. It has been a part of my routine since I started working in the entertainment industry, and it is one of my favourite parts of the job. Dance has been a stress buster for me for the longest time, and even on the sets of Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye, in between takes, we get together and create dance routines. This definitely adds some unscripted fun moments to our shoot days. Another core memory associated with dance for me is working on some choreography with my son. We chose our favourite trending songs and worked on some dance routines, and this time together has definitely strengthened our bond. Dance has always been my passion, and social media has truly motivated me to keep pursuing my dance skills, including performing on stage. This International Dance Day , I hope everyone grooves a little to their favourite songs and has a fabulous time!' Earlier, Kishori Shahane shared her love for fitness , "For me, fitness isn't just about achieving a certain look or physical appearance—it's about feeling good from within and nurturing my overall well-being. It's my way of recharging and finding balance, after the long hours on set. I believe that exercising regularly not only strengthens the body but also helps bring clarity and calmness to the mind. Even during hectic shooting schedules, I make it a point to incorporate simple stretches and breathing exercises into my routine to stay energized and focused throughout the day. It's these small but consistent efforts that make a big difference. A healthy body truly paves the way for a healthy and happy mind, and I cannot stress enough how important it is to prioritize fitness and self-care in our daily lives. Whether it's through intense workouts or subtle movements like meditation, everyone can find a way to connect with their bodies and enhance their mental and emotional health."
The Hindu
22-04-2025
- The Hindu
UP Mahakumbh Tragedy: PUCL Alleges Massive Underreporting of Deaths
Published : Apr 22, 2025 15:49 IST - 6 MINS READ The mortality figures for the deadly stampede during the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 could be significantly higher than the official figure of 37, states the fact-finding investigation conducted by the People's Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL), Uttar Pradesh. The stampede, which occurred on the intervening night of January 28-29 during the Mauni Amavasya bath, has raised alarming questions about its scale, causes, and the state's handling of the tragedy. Eyewitness accounts, independent media findings, and hospital records collected by PUCL suggest the numbers were underreported. Civil society groups and journalists claimed to have evidence of at least three separate stampedes—at the Sangam Nose, in Jhunsi (Sector 21), and reportedly on Grand Trunk (GT) Road—though the administration initially acknowledged only Sangam Nose. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath acknowledged 30 deaths (and 60 injuries) at a press conference held nearly 17 hours after the incident. Weeks later, in the State Assembly, he acknowledged the incident of the stampede at Jhunsi, and admitted to 37 deaths. Women caught in the Jhunsi stampede recounted being trapped under a pile of bodies, unable to move, as one of the bridges was closed for a religious procession; the police started using batons to control the crowd, but only struck greater panic. Babita, a resident of Shivkuti, a neighbourhood in Allahabad, was headed for a dip at the Sangam Nose during the night of January 28-29 when she was stopped by the stampede ahead of her. In her testimonial to the PUCL team, she recounted that around 2 am, bloodstained and panicked people came screaming at them to not go ahead. While she managed to escape over barricades, she recalled the continuous wailing of ambulance sirens throughout the night. In the midst of this, there was a power cut, no drinking water available, and no separate entry or exit points. One of the survivors told the PUCL team, 'If they could, they would erase our memories too. But this is seared into us. This will stay with us till the end.' Also Read | How poor planning, mismanagement, and a culture of VIP entitlement led to the deadly stampede at the Maha Kumbh Media persons told the PUCL team that there were no separate entry and exit routes to reach the ghats, and no dividers were put in place, which caused constant collisions of people moving in opposite directions. Even though the government had anticipated about one million pilgrims on January 29, the preparation was inadequate, officers were inexperienced, and the focus remained on VIP movement. For instance, near the site of the Jhunsi stampede, a camp with 150 illegal tents had been set up for VIP visitors. An ambulance driver told a TV channel that he had transported nearly 100 bodies himself. While eyewitnesses could not specify a number, news reports of earth movers removing massive quantities of slippers, clothes and bags indicate that the scale of the stampede was far greater, and so was the likely death toll. The report notes that as of April 7, 50 death certificates had been issued by the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation, with 34 from the Jhunsi zone alone. Journalists from Newslaundry reported 79 bodies at Motilal Nehru Hospital and Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital. By the end of the Mela, 869 people were still listed as missing. The report also claims that survivors and relatives of the missing were denied access to postmortem facilities. Swaroop Rani Nehru Hospital and Allahabad Medical College were both heavily guarded, with photography and even entry restricted. PUCL investigators found in hospital death registers photos of crushed bodies, but they were stopped from recording them: The staff denied that they were victims of the stampede. Eyewitnesses at the hospitals complained of police interference, and one family, through the help of an influential contact, managed to identify their missing relative inside a mortuary that had been closed to the public. The heavy guarding of postmortem houses and refusal to allow anyone inside further raised doubts about the actual number of fatalities. Families from States such as Bihar, Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Maharashtra were left to wander the city with no assistance from the administration. Many of them, the report notes, walked several kilometres between 'lost and found' centres, hospitals, and police stations, often without information, food, or shelter. Despite a staggering Rs.73,000 crore budget and a year-and-a-half-long preparation, the report concludes that the tragedy was caused by clear administrative mismanagement in several key areas. In the known history of this fair, stampedes have occurred before: in 1954, when 800 people lost their lives; and in 2013, when 42 died at the Allahabad railway station. Historical lessons were completely ignored. The Mela spanned approximately 40 sqkm, double the size of previous Kumbh Melas. Pontoon bridges, built specifically for crowd movement, were largely non-operational on January 29; of the 30 bridges, only 18 were functional; and on January 29, only three were open for public use, while the rest were reserved for VIPs. The narrow access point at the Sangam Nose, where the initial crush took place, had historically been managed by routing people gradually through winding open spaces and resting grounds. This time, those spaces were occupied by tent cities, commercial stalls, and VIP structures, including an elaborate corridor in front of the Lete Hanuman temple. Instead of planning for public safety, the report says, the administration was fixated on optics, chasing crowd-based 'world records'. Targets such as 66 crore bathers over 45 days and 10 crore on Mauni Amavasya were heavily publicised. The government ran a major campaign branding the 2025 Kumbh as occurring 'after 144 years', despite there being no factual basis for such a claim, PUCL noted. Religious and political groups brought devotees in truckloads, overwhelming the region's capacity. Meanwhile, AI-based surveillance systems touted as 'cutting-edge' failed to prevent or even detect the surging crowd. Also Read | How many more must die before government takes railway safety and crowd management seriously? According to the report, VIP movements took precedence. Home Minister Amit Shah visited just two days before the main bathing day of Mauni Amavasya. Adityanath visited 12 times. The police and administrative staff were overwhelmingly engaged in VIP protocol, with little staff left for actual crowd control. Inexperienced officers unfamiliar with Allahabad's geography were deployed. Many were not given adequate training, and even insiders expressed helplessness over the crowd management failures. When the stampede occurred, mobile signals were jammed and lights were turned off, presumably to contain panic or prevent news from leaking. However, with no backup arrangements in place, the blackout only intensified the chaos. The report alleges that once the Sangam-side stampede began, the authorities diverted the crowd toward Jhunsi, causing the second crush. PUCL has made several demands: It has called on the National Disaster Management Authority to disclose whether it issued any guidelines to the State government after the stampede to prevent further disasters during the remaining days of the Mela. PUCL has also asked the Uttar Pradesh government to publish the full list of the deceased and missing persons, make morgue and hospital records public, and issue compensation to families. Additionally, it has demanded that the ongoing judicial commission be made independent, collect all available evidence including CCTV footage, and invite public testimonies without fear of retaliation.
