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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Dibakar Banerjee to make English debut with A Terrible Country
The adaptation, set in India, will follow a struggling British-Indian scholar who leaves London for Delhi to take care of his ailing grandmother. As he navigates the complexities of family, conflicting ideologies, and personal desires, the scholar confronts the true price of his idealism in a nation he struggles to comprehend. Banerjee brings a wealth of experience to this new venture. His notable works include Shanghai, starring Emraan Hashmi and Kalki Koechlin; Bombay Talkies, featuring Rani Mukerji, Randeep Hooda, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Amitabh Bachchan; and the Rajkummar Rao-starrer Love Sex Aur Dhokha. He also served as a director on the International Emmy-nominated anthology Lust Stories. Most recently, he directed Love Sex Aur Dhokha 2 for Netflix.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sister Midnight movie review: Radhika Apte film is a bizarro-serio-comedy like no other
Sister Midnight, which premiered at Cannes in 2024, and is out in limited release this week in India, is a bizarro-serio-comedy like no other. Radhika Apte plays Uma, a newly-wed on a train heading into Mumbai. The vastness of the city is reduced to a ramshackle kholi that is as alien to her as the man she is married to: Gopal (Ashok Pathak). He is as uncomfortable as she is, when it comes to holding out any kind of comfort or consummation. UK-based British-Indian director Karan Kandhari uses his varied music video experience to layer his debut feature with sounds drawn from around the world. It takes a bit getting used to, and feels all over the place at first, but then you realise how the discordance matches the movie, which is all about jangled people trying to find their rhythm. And that goes most for Uma, whose initial attempts at cooking and keeping house are so hopeless that she abandons all further attempts at domesticity. Her kindly neighbour Sheetal ( Chhaya Kadam) keeps her company when the loneliness becomes too much, but after a point it isn't enough. What Uma finds succour in, is so off the charts that you may feel like taking a step back, especially if you like your films safe and sanitised. But as she searches for a kindred spirit to fill up the feeling of hollowness, she lucks into a bunch of people who are on the same page. Finally, Uma is home. Watch Sister Midnight movie trailer: Underneath all the weird goings-on – I guarantee you will not look at small birds and mice the same way again– the film is a strong indictment of mismatched people yoked into marriages not of their making. And a big shout-out to finding your tribe. Radhika Apte submits to the looney-tunes that this film is wrapped in, coming up with a creature who is feral and fierce and vital. Uma skews and stews, and finds fulfillment. Sister Midnight is for those who like their pleasures a bit off-kilter : I was happy to lean into its blackly funny charms. Sister Midnight movie cast: Radhika Apte, Ashok Pathak, Chhaya Kadam Sister Midnight movie director: Karan Kandhari Sister Midnight movie rating: 3 stars
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira enter Mensa after scoring in top percentile in supervised IQ tests; here's what we know
British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira, both 11 years old, have been admitted into Mensa, a global high IQ society, after achieving top scores in supervised intelligence tests. Krish was the first to qualify with a score of 162, the highest in his Mensa Supervised Test session. His twin sister, Keira, followed soon after, scoring 152 on the Cattell III B scale. Their scores place them in the top 0.26% and top 2% of children with high IQs respectively. A family that supports learning daily The twins live in Hounslow, west London, and study at a local public school. Their mother, Mauli Arora, a senior IT manager originally from Delhi, said their parenting style is very involved. 'We are actively engaged in their daily activities,' she said. Krish attends private piano lessons and weekend robotics classes. Keira is interested in poetry and creative writing. Their father, Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the UK about 25 years ago. The family balances academic activities with creative development for both children. Distinct strengths: Maths and the arts Mauli described Krish as highly analytical with strong skills in mathematics. Although he is about to start Year 7 in September, he has already completed Year 9 mathematics through the online platform Mathletics. Keira, on the other hand, is more inclined toward the arts. She writes poetry, enjoys creative writing, and is the lead vocalist in her school's rock band. From September, she will begin private vocal training at her school. Future plans already in focus The twins also have clear academic and career goals. Krish is interested in studying mathematics at Cambridge and wants to become an actuary. Keira is considering a legal career in commercial law. Their parents continue to encourage both children to pursue workshops and academic exposure that match their interests. Krish is also being introduced to basic economics to support his long-term plans. Both children show different strengths but share a strong sibling bond. Their mother noted that while they do argue like typical siblings, they often team up when it comes to parental involvement. The Mensa membership is seen by their parents as a proud moment reflecting both the children's efforts and the family's support structure.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
British-Indian twins Krish and Keira, 11, join elite Mensa club with combined IQ of 314
Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) Keira and Krish Arora Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) Keira and Krish Arora Keira and Krish Arora (MyLondon/BPM Media) 1 2 British-Indian twins Krish and Keira Arora, 11, have been taken in by the elite Mensa membership club of children with a high intelligence quotient (IQ), after each successfully cleared a tough set of challenges. Between the two, Krish was the first to be accepted. He achieved 162 marks, the highest score in a Mensa-supervised IQ Test session, placing him in the top 0.26 per cent of children with high IQ. Not to be left behind, Keira followed soon. Recently, she scored 152 on the Cattell III B scale, placing her in the top 2 per cent. Mauli Arora, the siblings' mother, said the twins are "extremely competitive." "They are very competitive, and Keira was inspired to give the Mensa test due to Krish," PTI quoted Arora, a Delhi-born senior IT manager who studied computer engineering in Pune, as saying. "Our parenting style is very hands-on and we are actively involved with them on a day-to-day basis. Krish takes private piano lessons and also learns robotics on the weekends. Keira writes poetry and loves creative writing," Arora said. "Krish is very analytical and very strong in maths. He would like to go to Cambridge to study maths and eventually be an actuary. Keira is very creative and writes beautiful poetry. However, would like to be a lawyer, specifically studying commercial law," the mother added. Their father Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the United Kingdom with his family around 25 years ago. The twins studied in the local public school in Hounslow, west London.
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Bridgerton's Simone Ashley can't stop looking at Alia Bhatt in precious moment from Cannes Film Festival. Watch
A moment of sweet desi bonding was caught on camera at the Cannes Film Festival currently underway in the French Riviera. As Bollywood actor Alia Bhatt made her Cannes debut on Friday, she met British-Indian star Simone Ashley for a special photo-op for L'Oreal, the brand that got both of them there. The two Indian origin actors were brought together for photos. Alia Bhatt, in her gorgeous Schiaparelli gown and Simone in a Vivienne Westwood, posed for photographers. A moment saw Simone take a long look at Alia with a bright, proud smile on her face. As Alia catches her looking at her, both break into sweet laughs. Many falls called it a 'Shanaya meets Kate' moment. 'Well aren't they look so lovely together,' read a post. 'Both are slaying,' read another comment. 'Mrs Kapoor with Kate Kapoor.' A fan said, 'This is powerful, I love love this.' A post shared by Simone Ashley World (@simoneashleyworld) Alia Bhatt made a breathtaking debut at the 78th Cannes Film Festival on Friday. Decked up in a Schiaparelli cream gown, the Highway actor stole everyone's attention with her look. She walked the iconic red carpet in an off-shoulder outfit made in ecru Chantilly lace, with organza and enamel flowers embroidered on the bodice. The custom soft nude bodycon version, which was elevated with tulle ruffles at the hem, received a thumbs up from fashionistas. Alia was styled by Rhea Kapoor. She styled her hair in a neat bun with edges in a unique pattern. For the makeup, she kept it shiny and radiant. A post shared by Alia Bhatt 💛 (@aliaabhatt) Before hitting the red carpet, Alia took to Instagram and shared a sneak peek of her outfit on her Instagram Stories. In the black-and-white, she could be seen posing with a hand fan which had the L'Oreal quote 'I'm worth it'. With ANI inputs
