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News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Sophie Choudry Says Man Flashed At Her In Mumbai's Bandra: ‘He Was Unzipping...'
Last Updated: Sophie Choudry shared a disturbing incident where a man flashed at her in Bandra, Mumbai. Calling it 'disgusting,' she also opened up about inappropriate fan behavior. Singer and actress Sophie Choudry recently opened up about a disturbing experience that took place in one of Mumbai's poshest localities—Bandra. In a candid chat with Hauterrfly, Sophie recounted a moment that left her stunned and disgusted: a man flashed her in broad daylight. 'It happened just a month ago," Sophie began, visibly unsettled. 'I was driving through a lane in Bandra when I noticed a man literally unzipping and putting everything on display. It was shocking." She added that while it was appalling, such incidents are not isolated. 'I don't even think some men realise what they're doing. Sometimes, it's so casual for them, like it's not even criminal. There have been times when men have stopped their bikes while I was walking in Khar and just exposed themselves." Sophie pointed out that this wasn't the first time she'd experienced such vile behavior. 'The first time someone flashed at me was when I was a schoolgirl in London. It happens across the world, but that doesn't make it any less horrifying." The conversation took a wider turn when Sophie highlighted the everyday challenges of being a public figure, especially when it comes to personal space and boundaries. 'One thing celebs deal with constantly is fans who want photos. And while that's totally okay, there are those who try to use that moment to get too close. They'll pretend it's innocent and try to slip their hand around your waist," she said. Sophie, however, has a clear boundary. 'Now, the first thing I say when someone asks for a photo is, 'No hands.' My team is also very alert about this. I'm happy to pose with you, respectfully, but you don't get to touch me. That's not part of the deal." Over the years, Sophie Choudry has carved a unique identity in the entertainment industry. She began her career as a singer and quickly gained popularity with chartbusters like Habibi, Le Le Mera Dil, and Babylove. Her distinctive voice and glamorous presence made her a staple at music awards and live events. Sophie ventured into Bollywood with David Dhawan's Shaadi No. 1 and followed it up with notable appearances in Pyaar Ke Side Effects, Shootout at Wadala, and Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!. In 2014, she entered the reality TV space with Bigg Boss 8, and later danced her way through Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 7. Though she may have exited those shows early, her impact has been lasting. Courageous and vocal, Sophie continues to use her platform to advocate for dignity, safety, and respect for women—not just in showbiz, but everywhere. First Published: May 23, 2025, 17:01 IST
Sky News AU
12-05-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
Woolworths cuts shelf prices on hundreds of popular products, including nappies, two-minute noodles amid cost of living crisis
Woolworths will roll out discounts on hundreds of products this week in a bid to keep prices low for Aussies struggling with rising household budgets amid a cost of living crisis. The supermarket giant on Monday revealed it will slash prices on almost 400 items sold in store and online from Wednesday. This means shelf prices on popular produces will drop by an average of 10 per cent, which could save Aussie families spending $150 on their weekly shop about $15, according to Woolworths. Woolworths has pledged to keep costs low on the promotional items "at least until 2026", with discounts on hundreds more products expected in the coming weeks and months. Fridge and pantry staples such as Greek yoghurt, mixed frozen berries, and 2L Coca Cola bottles and Maggi Noodles 12-packs are some of the items included in the Lower Shelf Price incentive. Customers will also see discounts on Woolworths branded bacon, chicken schnitzels, tomato sauce, oats, 250g microwave rice packs and large white bread loafs. Essentials like Babylove Nappies in bulk size packs and Shine Optimum dishwasher 45-piece pods are also discounted. Woolworths Group CEO Amanda Bardwell has acknowledged many Aussie families are feeling the pinch financially and want more value out of their shopping hauls. "Customers consistently tell us they need more value from their shop, and that they expect us to do more to help," Ms Bardwell said in a statement. "Today marks the start of a real, tangible change customers will see on the shelf prices of hundreds of products when they shop with us, both in-store and online." Ms Bardwell said the incentive "isn't just a short-term promotion" and rather about providing "genuine, lasting and dependable value" on regularly-bought products. "We've focused on highly rated family favourites – things like Greek Yoghurt, Frozen Berries, Chicken Schnitzel as well as essentials including flour, bread, rice and nappies," Ms Bardwell said. "Individually, each lower shelf price might not seem like a dramatic difference, but they will add up to real savings. "We are committed to expanding the Lower Shelf Price product list in the coming weeks and months to help provide customers with even more value every time they shop with us." The move comes after an inquiry into the Australian grocery sector found Coles and Woolworths are some of the most profitable supermarket businesses in the world. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission inquiry also determined some supermarkets promotions can also make it tricky for customers to judge whether they are getting a good deal. A final report put forward 20 recommendations, which included greater transparency for suppliers, regulations on promotional practices, and improving competition in the supermarket sector.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Woolworths' major price move to save millions of Australians money: ‘Long-term commitment'
Woolworths will drop the price of nearly 400 items as Australia edges towards winter. The cost-of-living offer is designed to reduce staple products that shoppers regularly buy, like chicken schnitzel, Greek yoghurt, and frozen berries. A family spending $150 on their weekly shop is expected to save around $15, with the average price drop being 10 per cent. Woolworths CEO Amanda Bardwell hopes will be a "meaningful" difference at the checkout. 'This isn't just a short-term promotion, it's a long-term commitment to delivering genuine, dependable value for our customers,' she said. $6 million cost Coles and Woolworths pay that Aldi refuses to cave on Property mogul reveals $200,000 error cashing in on 'untapped' goldmine Accountant reveals $37 meal expense the ATO lets workers claim on tax: 'Without a receipt' 'We've focused on highly-rated family favourites and everyday essentials such as flour, bread, rice and nappies. 'Individually, each lower shelf price might not seem like a dramatic difference, but they will add up to real savings." The price drop, which will kick in on Wednesday, May 14, was actioned after customers told Woolworths they needed more value from their weekly shop. These prices are expected to stay this way until said this initiative is 'just the beginning' and more products are tipped to be added in the coming months. Here are some of the items that will be discounted from this week: Woolworths chicken schnitzel 600g will drop from $10.50 to $9 1kg Woolworths home brand Greek yoghurt was $4.20 but will be $3.80 Coca-Cola 2L bottle will fall from $4.20 to $3.70 Four N Twenty party sausage roll 500g will have 50 cents shaved off it to be $7 12 pack of Maggi noodles will be $9 after falling from $10 Bulk size Babylove nappies will be $2 cheaper at $16 45-pack of Shine Optimum all-in-one dishwasher pods was $13 but will be $11.70 Coles' 600g chicken schnitzel costs $10.50 The supermarket's home brand Greek yoghurt is $4.10 2 litres of Coca-Cola will set you back $4.10 It'll cost you $10 for a 12 pack of Maggi noodles The bulk size Babylove nappies are $20 each Woolworths and Coles have been under pressure in the past year to address their prices after shoppers complained they couldn't afford staple items. The two supermarket juggernauts are facing Federal Court action, along with several class action lawsuits, over their pricing tactics and strategies. Woolworths copped the ire of customers recently after it revealed it would be changing two beloved schemes. Delivery Unlimited customers were told in an email that they will no longer receive double rewards points to their Everyday Rewards accounts from June 1. It's a $15 a month subscription that gave customers free delivery on same day or next day orders of $75 or more. A Woolworths spokesperson told Yahoo Finance its service continued to be 'very popular' with customers and asserted it 'provides great value and convenience to customers'. 'We are streamlining Delivery Unlimited to focus on the primary benefit for subscribers which is providing timely and convenient delivery,' the spokesperson said. 'As such we are removing 2x Everyday Rewards points from the program. Instead customers will receive three months complimentary Direct To Boot Now which offers Direct To Boot pick up in less than 60 minutes. Direct To Boot Now normally costs $5 per order.' Everyday Extra members will also no longer be able to claim 10 per cent off their Big W purchases once per month from June 1. The twin moves saw customers rage on social media, with some threatening to cancel their subscriptions while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data
