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Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet the actress who faced 20 flops after a dream debut; fought a legal battle against her own father, but her smile tells a different story
Ameesha Patel instantly became a star with her blockbuster debut 'Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai' opposite Hrithik Roshan in 2000,. She quickly followed up with the Telugu film Badri and then the historic success 'Gadar: Ek Prem Katha' in 2001, cementing her status as a household name. However, after her promising start, her career gradually lost momentum. Between 2002 and 2010, most of her films struggled at the box office. She later took on supporting roles in big films like 'Race 2' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa', but none could replicate her early triumphs. Over the years, she has appeared in more than 20 films that failed commercially. Ameesha Patel's personal life has seen its share of struggles, something not many are aware of. In 2004, she found herself in a legal battle against her own father, accusing him of mismanaging her finances. As per a report in DNA India, She alleged that he had misused around ₹12 crore of her earnings and took the matter to court. Defending her decision, Ameesha stated, 'Why should I feel ashamed? That money was mine. Even parents have no right to take what belongs to their children. ' She also revealed that her parents had misled her grandmother, who ultimately stood by Ameesha's side throughout the legal fight. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo She is one of Bollywood's most talked-about actresses, has spent over two decades in the industry. Celebrated not just for her acting but also for her ageless beauty, she's experienced her fair share of highs and lows, both professionally and personally. For years, fans assumed she remained single and unmarried. However, in a recent interview, Ameesha surprised everyone by revealing that while she hasn't married officially, her heart is already taken. In a playful confession, she admitted her admiration for Hollywood star Tom Cruise , calling him her dream man. Ameesha even joked that, in her heart and mind, she already considers him her husband — a revelation that left her fans both surprised and entertained. Setbacks are a part of life and everyone has to endure it. What is important is how resilient someone is to come from that. In 2023, Ameesha made a strong comeback with 'Gadar 2' alongside Sunny Deol . After the tremendous success of 'Gadar: Ek Prem Katha', the sequel also marked one of the biggest milestones in Ameesha Patel's successful career in Indian cinema.
India.com
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress whose debut was a blockbuster, but then gave 20 flops, sued her own father for..., her name is...
In a surprising twist, Bollywood actress Amisha Patel—long believed to be single—has revealed that her heart has never really been available. In a recent interview, she confessed, 'Tom Cruise is my dream man. I consider him my husband in heart and mind.' The internet, predictably, lit up. Fans were both amused and charmed by her honest confession. From instant stardom to a rollercoaster career Amisha's debut in the 2000s Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai with Hrithik Roshan was the stuff of dreams — a blockbuster hit that made her an overnight sensation. She followed it up with massive successes like Gadar: Ek Prem Katha (2001) and Badri in Telugu. But the dream didn't last forever. Between 2002 and 2010, Amisha faced a series of box-office failures, appearing in over 20 flop films. Though she did small roles in successful films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Race 2, the stardom of her early days remained unmatched. What went wrong with her family? In 2004, Amisha made headlines for filing a legal case against her father, accusing him of misusing ₹12 crore from her accounts. 'Why should I feel ashamed? That money was mine,' she said, standing her ground. She also revealed that her parents had allegedly betrayed her grandmother, the one family member who stood by her during the legal dispute. How did she make a comeback? Just when the industry seemed to move on, Gadar 2 came in 2023 like a cinematic time machine. Reuniting with Sunny Deol, Amisha's performance was widely praised, and the film turned out to be her biggest hit to date, restoring her star status. From publicly battling her own family to loving a Hollywood superstar from afar, Amisha Patel's journey is nothing short of dramatic, and she wouldn't have it any other way.
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Business Standard
06-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Flipkart takes quick commerce beyond metros, aims for 800 dark stores
Flipkart is staking its quick commerce future on India's smaller cities, targeting tier-2 and tier-3 markets that rivals have largely overlooked in their rush to dominate major metros. The Walmart-owned company's Flipkart Minutes service, launched 11 months ago, is already live in 19 cities including Ghaziabad, Guwahati, Jaipur and Kanpur, and aims to operate 800 dark stores by year-end. It has currently reached about 400 dark stores. The expansion is backed by a recent internal funding infusion of approximately ₹3,249 crore. This geographic strategy, which sets it apart from competitors focused on affluent urban consumers, is already showing results. The service is doubling its business every 45 days, putting Flipkart on track to challenge market leaders despite starting later in the 10-minute delivery race. Blinkit currently leads with 1,301 dark stores, followed by Swiggy Instamart with 1,021 and Zepto with over 750—giving Flipkart significant ground to make up in the competitive 10-minute delivery space. 'We are getting a very encouraging response,' Hemant Badri, senior vice-president and head of supply chain at Flipkart Group, told Business Standard. He said the traction in these smaller cities has exceeded expectations. 'We see that Flipkart's loyal customer base as well as new customers are trying it.' The battle for India's quick commerce market is intensifying as consumer expectations shift towards instant gratification. Flipkart's user base now exceeds 500 million across 95 per cent of India's pincodes, giving it a potential advantage in reaching beyond the urban centres where most quick commerce players operate. Fresh produce focus Positioning fresh produce and high-quality perishables at the core of its strategy, Flipkart is leveraging existing infrastructure—fulfilment centres, cold chain logistics, and a 120,000-strong gig workforce—to expand delivery capabilities in underserved markets. 'We are picking from farmers and there are very few players who would assure that quality,' Badri said, highlighting the company's farm-to-fulfilment model that anchors fresh produce offerings around cold chain reliability and affordability. The company sees quick commerce not just as an extension, but as an integrated offering aimed at delivering groceries and essentials within 10 minutes, particularly as India's festive season approaches. Multi-speed delivery 'Whatever you order till 1 p.m., you get it delivered on the same day across 20 cities,' Badri emphasised. To support this expansion, the company recently added a 450,000-square-foot fulfilment centre in Patna and is activating a 140-acre campus in Manesar. These infrastructure investments are critical as Flipkart heads into its flagship Big Billion Days sale around September. Automation drive Behind the expansion, Flipkart is investing heavily in AI and automation across its 100-plus logistics facilities. The company uses proprietary address intelligence models to flag inaccuracies and enable geofencing, allowing its last-mile fleet to operate more efficiently in smaller cities. AI-led replenishment systems predict demand and automate restocking—critical for the Minutes quick commerce model. 'It's very important to predict what is going to sell in which store,' Badri said. The company's Supply Chain Operation Academy trains around 15,000 individuals annually, helping standardise operations as Flipkart deepens its presence beyond major metros. This local workforce development creates job opportunities that allow workers to stay local rather than migrate to metros, Badri noted. Investment race The challenge for Flipkart will be maintaining its rapid growth pace while building the dense network of dark stores needed to compete effectively. With consumer demand spiking during festive periods, the company aims to scale consistently across 'more geographies' while enhancing 'execution, discipline and spread,' Badri said. Whether Flipkart's tier-2 and tier-3 city strategy can generate the revenue density needed to justify massive infrastructure investments remains the key question. But the opportunity is huge. The country's online retail market size may touch $325 billion by 2030—more than four times the $70 billion in 2022—mainly due to rapid growth of e-commerce in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, according to a Deloitte India report. This trend could validate Flipkart's geographic focus.
Gulf Today
22-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE's architectural vision displayed at Osaka Expo
The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has wrapped up the 'Pillars of Arish: Architecture in Transition' symposium, held at Expo 2025 Osaka–Kansai, in Japan. Organised in partnership with the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 and supported by the Dubai Cultural Grant Programme, an initiative under Dubai's Quality of Life Strategy, the event is part of the Authority's broader mission to strengthen the cultural and creative sector, and enhance the country's global appeal. Aligned with the UAE Pavilion's theme, 'From Earth to Ether,' which sets out the UAE's vision for humanity's future, the first-of-its-kind curated symposium explored architecture in the UAE, focusing on local design practices, material innovation, and regional exchange between the UAE, Japan and other nations. Discussions also addressed the significance of traditional knowledge in shaping the urban landscape, with particular emphasis on Arish structures and context-sensitive solutions. In her opening remarks, Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, described the UAE Pavilion as a powerful reflection of the country's ambition and enduring commitment to heritage as a driver of innovation. She noted how this spirit comes to life through the pavilion's layout, which integrates local practices, such as using arish (palm fronds), into a contemporary setting. She said: 'By organising the symposium at Expo 2025, our goal was to highlight Emirati cultural identity and demonstrate Dubai's vibrant and supportive ecosystem for the cultural and creative industries and emerging entrepreneurs. The event also elevated local talent globally by spotlighting their ideas and ambitious visions that advance the design and architecture sector forward.' Badri added: 'At Dubai Culture, we spare no efforts to build bridges with other communities, expanding opportunities for global cultural exchange and supporting artists, designers, and business owners with resources to live, work, create and thrive. We are proud to have organised the symposium in Japan, a country whose creative legacy has shaped international practice and exemplifies sustainability, resilience, and cultural depth.' Khulood Khoory, Director of the Projects and Events Department at Dubai Culture, underscored the objectives of the Dubai Cultural Grant Programme and its impact in nurturing the arts ecosystem. She noted that more than Dhs180 million in grants will be provided over a 10-year period, supporting disciplines ranging from visual and fine arts to museology. The symposium was curated by Salem AlSuwaidi, Founder of SWALIF Collective and Co-founder of MamarLab, and Rashed AlMulla, Founder of MABNAI and Co-founder of MamarLab. It featured ten talks and panels, spanning heritage, sustainability, and design. Notable sessions included 'Cultural Convergence: The Impact of Japanese Architecture on Gulf Regional Identity,' exploring ARCHIDENTITY's research on the evolution of Japanese modernism from the 1940s to the 1970s and its influence on Middle Eastern aesthetics. 'Connecting Threads: Modern Heritage's Connection to the Vernacular and Contemporary,' examined how modern buildings in the UAE draw inspiration from vernacular traditions. The session, 'Shaping a Practice: Challenges & Opportunities in Architectural Enterprises,' shed light on the UAE's dynamic landscape and the strategies deployed by architects to establish and sustain resilient design studios amidst market pressures, evolving urban agendas, and increasing client expectations. 'Harnessing a Site: How to Navigate through Constructing in a Site-sensitive Context' offered insights into how architectural practice can be enriched by grounding aesthetics in contextual analysis, material discipline, and cultural and environmental narratives. Meanwhile, 'UAE Design Education: Pedagogies in Design Learning' explored how initiatives, such as LIMASS, led by Lina Ahmad and Marco Sosa at Zayed University, are reshaping sustainability using traditional systems and locally sourced resources. The symposium also included the session 'East-To-East: Japanese Architecture in Emirati Contexts,' which positioned architecture as a medium for cultural synergy, bringing together the works of Takehashi Muruyama with those of Emirati architects Ahmed Bukhash and Ahmed Al Ali to reflect on how Japanese principles influence projects in the UAE. 'From Arish to Villas' traced the transformation of housing in the UAE, from palm-frond arish homes to modern villas, illustrating how shifts in cultural values, materials used, and environmental adaptation have changed the way people build. The session 'Falaj: Of Water Comes Life' highlighted the ingenious design and community-based management of the aflaj irrigation systems, positioning them as environmentally friendly solutions that have supported agriculture and settlement across the region for centuries.
Al Bawaba
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Hala Badri Visits Shifting Gazes Exhibition
Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has visited 'Shifting Gazes: Women Through Middle Eastern Eyes' at The Farjam Foundation in DIFC Gate Avenue. The exhibition, running until 15 October, showcases a curated selection of contemporary artworks. Badri's attendance reflects Dubai Culture's ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships with entities supporting Dubai's cultural and creative industries. It also underscores the Authority's commitment to empowering creative talent and encouraging their contribution to the sector, further solidifying Dubai's position as a hub for the creative economy. During the visit, Hala Badri toured the exhibition, which features 27 carefully selected contemporary artworks from The Farjam Foundation's collection by regional artists. The works, curated by Amir Arvand, explore how Middle Eastern artists have depicted women over the past eight decades, presented across four thematic sections: Identity and Visibility; Personal and Emotional Landscapes; Tradition, Modernity, and Cultural Memory; and Social Commentary and Critique. The exhibition invites audiences to engage in a critical dialogue through art, celebrating the diversity of voices that shape the cultural fabric of the Middle East. Badri praised the quality of the featured artworks and their ability to portray women within the ever-evolving visual landscape of the region, as well as their role in driving social and cultural transformation. She stressed that each piece represents an exceptional and inspiring artistic journey, highlighting the creative energy of regional talent and their unique perspectives, ultimately reflecting the richness and originality of Dubai's and the surrounding area's vibrant art scene.
