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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mandu set for major tourism makeover, local homestay boost
Indore: The historic fort city of Mandu is poised for significant development aimed at enhancing tourist facilities and infrastructure. The Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board (MPTB) estimated the beautification project to cost around Rs 25 crore. Renowned as one of the most frequented tourist destinations in the Indore region, Mandu saw a notable increase in visitor numbers. Sheo Shekhar Shukla, principal secretary of Tourism and Culture for Madhya Pradesh, said that the beautification efforts are expected to commence after the monsoon season. "Our goal is to make Mandu more tourist-friendly and ensure that visitors can fully appreciate its historical beauty. We want to create an unforgettable experience for everyone who visits this remarkable fort city," said Shukla. This rising influx encouraged several Bhil tribal families to venture into entrepreneurship, offering homestays near Dhar in the Malipura area. One homestay owner, Dinesh Katare, said, "We are so excited about the upcoming tourist season. The training we received empowered us to share our culture and hospitality with visitors, and we look forward to welcoming more guests to our home. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo More families in our village are planning to start homestays as an alternative mode of income." To prepare these families for this venture, the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board provided training in hospitality and various job roles as part of its Rural Tourism project. This initiative identified 100 villages across the state, assisting beneficiaries in developing homestay facilities and enhancing locally made products and culinary offerings. Moreover, the tourism department is actively pursuing partnerships to hold annual fests in Mandu, Orchha, and Tamia, aimed at incorporating recreational and adventure activities that further enrich the tourism experience.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sooraj Pancholi's ‘Kesari Veer' fails to cross Rs 2 crore mark in Week 1
Kesari Veer, starring Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, and Vivek Oberoi, struggled at the box office. The film earned only Rs 1.53 crore in its first week. Critics cited issues with the screenplay and execution. Sooraj Pancholi made a comeback after his acquittal. The movie's poor performance poses challenges for its box office future. It is unlikely to reach ₹2 crore. Sooraj Pancholi , Suniel Shetty , and Vivek Oberoi 's latest action drama Kesari Veer has turned out to be a non-starter at the box office. Despite its theme and a promising cast, the film failed to gain any significant traction in its opening week, struggling to even touch the Rs 2 crore mark in India. Over its first seven days, Kesari Veer collected a total of Rs 1.53 crore, a disappointing figure for a film that was expected to appeal to audiences in mass belts and smaller towns. The film opened on a dull note with just Rs 25 lakh on its first Friday. Though there was a marginal rise over the weekend, with Saturday and Sunday bringing in Rs 30 lakh and Rs 35 lakh respectively, the growth was too limited to make any real impact. As expected, the collections dipped sharply on Monday, falling by nearly 49% to Rs 18 lakh. The trend remained weak through the weekdays, with Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday adding Rs 15 lakh, Rs 16 lakh and Rs 14 lakh respectively as per Sacnilk. The cumulative total stood at Rs 1.53 crore by the end of its first week, making it one of the year's most disappointing box office performers. Kesari Veer is set in the 14th century and revolves around the valor of Rajput warrior Hamirji Gohil, who defends the Somnath temple against the Tughlaq Empire. Suniel Shetty portrays Vegdaji Bhil, a brave Bhil warrior. The cast also includes Vivek Oberoi as Zafar Khan and Akanksha Sharma as Rajal and the film is directed by Prince Dhiman. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like CFD: Invertir $100 con IA podría devolverte un segundo salario Digital Group Prueba ahora Undo The film has generally received negative reviews, the critics pointed out flaws in the screenplay, visual effects, and overall execution. Kesari Veer's underwhelming box office performance highlights the challenges of creating compelling historical dramas. Despite a notable cast and grand ambitions, the film failed to resonate with audiences, emphasizing the importance of strong storytelling and execution in cinema. The film was Sooraj Pancholi's first film after he got acquitted in the Jiah Khan suicide case in 2023. It was like a fresh start for him in the industry though he made his debut in 2015 with Salman Khan backed Hero with Athiya Shetty- the film was directed by Nikkhil Advani . The film was an official remake of Subhash Gahi- Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Seshadri's Hero which was released in 1983 With such poor numbers in its first week, the film now faces an uphill battle for survival at the box office. Unless a miracle turnaround occurs, Kesari Veer is likely to wrap up its lifetime run well under ₹2 crore, making it yet another forgettable entry in the careers of its lead stars. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
NDTV
5 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Why A 16th-Century King's Statue Has Sparked A Row In Rajasthan
Jaipur: Mewar's Rajput ruler, Maharana Pratap, took on the Mughals in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576. Among the smaller rulers who fought by his side was Rana Poonja, the ruler of Bhomat, a hilly and forested area in modern-day Rajasthan. Nearly 450 years after that epic battle, two communities are fighting over the clothes -- and legacy -- of Rana Poonja. History, caste, politics and appropriation tactics criss-cross in this face-off, blurring the lines between the real and the myth. While Rajputs, including the erstwhile royal family of Panarwa, claim that Rana Poonja was a Kshatriya from the Solanki clan, local tribals say he was from the Bhil community. Both sides claim historical evidence is in their favour. What has brought this never-ending debate to the spotlight now is a statue unveiled by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma in Chittorgarh today. A Statue Flashpoint The Chief Minister today unveiled five statues -- Maharana Pratap riding into battle, Rana Poonja and Panna Dhai, the nursemaid to Mewar ruler Udai Singh II and a local icon. The spotlight is on Rana Poonja's statue. The statue shows the warrior king dressed in a dhoti and armed with a bow and arrow. Rajputs have objected to this sartorial choice. They claim Rana Poonja was a Kshatriya and is not "dressed appropriately" in the statue. The Bhils insist that Rana Poonja is a tribal leader and allege attempts to distort history. Claims and Counterclaims Bhil Sena, an outfit representing the tribal community, has submitted a memorandum to the local authorities and alleged that attempts are being made to distort their glorious history. "Some people are tinkering with history for their selfish interests. Rana Poonja is a Bhil warrior. In 1576, at the Battle of Haldighati, who was the warrior in dhoti and armed with bow and arrow? This is our question," said Gopal Lal Bhil, district president of Bhil Sena. Local Rajput leaders disagree. Tej Pal Singh, a functionary of Jauhar Smriti Sansthan, said, "The attire on the statue is wrong. It should be in Kshatriya attire, with 'Rana Poonja Solanki' written on it." Tribal Valour In Battle Of Haldighati The Battle of Haldighati was a valiant display of Maharana Pratap's guerrilla tactics and multiple tribes, including Bhils, are said to have fought alongside the Rajput ruler. While the Bhils use this fact to stress that Rana Poonja was one of them, the Rajputs disagree. A 'Coat Of Arms' Debate The 'Coat of Arms' of the erstwhile Mewar kingdom has also been dragged into this Rajput vs Bhil debate. The Coat of Arms shows two individuals -- one dressed as a tribal, the other as a Rajput. Tribals claim the two figures are Maharana Pratap and Rana Poonja. The Rajputs argue the Coat of Arms is just a symbol to show Rajput-tribal unity. "Maharana Pratap's army had people from 36 communities, many tribals fought alongside him. This image is a symbol of social harmony under Maharana Pratap and not an actual representation of Rana Poonja," said Tej Pal Singh, adding that the Rajput community will distance itself from the idol unveiled today. A Letter To PM Modi The erstwhile royal family of Panarwa, which claims to have descended from Rana Poonja, wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2022, alleging a distortion of their family's history. "We are proud of our connection and respectful terms with the brave Bhils, Garasiyas, etc. who've been our companions and with whom we have shared our brotherhood for about seven centuries, however we are Solanki Rajputs from Bhojawat subclan, that reside in Panarwa. This is how we have known ourselves through authentic genealogy as well as through other ancestral procured records. This equally applies to my ancestor, 'Rana Punja of Panarwa' who bravely fought in the Battle of Haldighati protecting the freedom of Mewar along with his fellow Bhil tribesmen and Rajput army getting himself labelled as 'Bhiloo Rana'," the letter by Krishna Solanki, a member of the Panarwa family, states. Another member of the family Rana Manohar Singh Solanki, repeated the claim in a newspaper ad, and said any person who "defames the prestige and honour of his family and heirs in the society by distorting the caste of his ancestor Rana Punja ji" will face action. The Political Backdrop Rajputs claim the alleged historical distortion is driven by vote bank politics in a region where tribal voters play a key role. Interestingly, decades ago, an earlier statue unveiling programme by then President KR Narayanan was cancelled following Rajputs' protests because the statue had Rana Poonja in tribal attire. The Panarwa royals' letter mentions in. "...Mahendra Singhji Mewar (then MP from Chittaurgarh and descendant of Maharana Pratap) wrote an open Letter to President KR Narayan and Manohar Singhji Solanki (The 16th Direct descendant of Rana Punja Solanki) an open Letter to Rajasthan Chief Minister, Mr. Bhairon Singh Ji Shekhwat, recalling how it would create rifts between rajputs of Bhomat and Bhils in future, who cohabitated for centuries and fought together through generations shoulder to shoulder...," it states, adding that the event was eventually cancelled.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sooraj Pancholi's Kesari Veer crosses Rs 1 crore mark in 4 Days
Sooraj Pancholi's Kesari Veer, also starring Suniel Shetty, has earned over Rs 1 crore. The film faced negative reviews but saw growth over the weekend. It depicts Rajput warrior Hamirji Gohil's bravery. Suniel Shetty plays Vegdaji, a Bhil warrior. The film's performance in smaller cities helped its business. This film marks Pancholi's return after his acquittal. The latest action drama Kesari Veer starring Sooraj Pancholi , Suniel Shetty , Vivek Anand Oberoi and Akanasha has managed to cross the Rs 1 crore mark at the domestic box office within its first four days. Though the film had a low-key release with minimal pre-release buzz. The film is set in the 14th century and revolves around the valor of Rajput warrior Hamirji Gohil, who defends the Somnath temple against the Tughlaq Empire. Suniel Shetty portrays Vegdaji, a brave Bhil warrior. The film is directed by Prince Dhiman, it generally received negative reviews, the critics pointed out flaws in the screenplay, visual effects, and overall execution. Kesari Veer opened on a modest note, collecting Rs 25 lakh on its first Friday. Despite facing competition from bigger releases and limited showcasing, the film witnessed a 20% growth on its second day, earning Rs 30 lakh on Saturday. The film showed a marginal growth on Sunday where it minted Rs 35 lakh but on Monday the film crashed by more than 50 % to earn just Rs 16 lakh as per early estimates by Sacnilk. Thus taking the total of the film to Rs 1.06 crore and with this film finally managed to cross the Rs 1 crore mark. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025년 가장 멋진 RPG 게임을 지금 정복하세요 레이드 섀도우 레전드 무료 체험 Undo The film's performance in tier-2 and tier-3 centers seems to have contributed to this steady weekend business. With the weekdays now underway, it remains to be seen whether Kesari Veer can sustain its run or witness the usual drop. The film will need to hold steady and attract niche audiences to stretch its theatrical presence. The film was Sooraj Pancholi's first film after he got acquitted in the Jiah Khan suicide case in 2023. It was like a fresh start for him in the industry though he made his debut in 2015 with Salman Khan backed Hero with Athiya Shetty- the film was directed by Nikkhil Advani. The film was an official remake of Subhash Gahi- Jackie Shroff and Meenakshi Seshadri 's Hero which was released in 1983. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
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26-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Zarina Wahab on her son and 'Kesari Veer' actor Sooraj Pancholi: 'When I saw him back on the screen...'
Apart from Sooraj Pancholi, Kesari Veer also stars Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma, and others in key roles read more Kesari Veer is filled with visually appealing moments, which shows the grandeur of the movie but unfortunately, the Prince Dhiman directorial, which is co-directed by Kanubhai Chauhan. Sooraj Pancholi has come back on the big screen after a long time. And his mother Zarina Wahab has spoken about it. In a statement, the actress said, 'I am really proud of him because he maintained himself during the tough times. After seeing him back on the screens, I had a big smile on my face and happy tears in my eyes. I feel proud of Sooraj, about how far he has reached despite facing hardships.' Besides this, Zarina Wahab also commented on the war drama and said, 'The film was very good and I wish everyone all the best.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Apart from Sooraj Pancholi, Kesari Veer also stars Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma, and others in key roles. The film follows the real story of a Rajput warrior, Hamirji Gohil, played by Sooraj Pancholi, who fights valiantly and sacrifices his life to save Somnath temple from the invading forces. What the film is about Apart from looting people, Tughlaqs also try to destroy Hindu temples and force them to convert to Islam, however, the Bhil community (who are devotees of Shiva) and their head Vegdaji (Suniel Shetty) prevent a Shiv temple from getting destroyed. Now, the Sultan of the Tughlaq dynasty (Kiran Kumar) wants to attack Saurashtra as it has a lot of precious ornaments including gold. He handles this responsibility to his menacing and cruel vizier Jallaludin Zafar Khan (Vivek Oberoi), who also wants to be the Sultan eliminating the current one. He challenges Hamirji that not only he will loot all the gold but will also destroy Somnath Temple.
