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Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Daughter awaits at graduation, but family never arrives
Vadodara: What was meant to be a moment of pride and celebration turned into a nightmare no family could anticipate. A joint family from Vasad in Anand district, planned to reunite in London for a milestone — the graduation ceremony of their daughter, Dhvani Patel. Instead, grief now hangs heavy over their home, with three family members lost in Thursday's crash. Rajnikant Patel (58), his wife Divya Patel (54) and his sister-in-law Hemangini Patel (58) had boarded Flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick, looking forward to celebrating Dhvani's MBA convocation at Middlesex University on June 23. Moments after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, the aircraft crashed. It claimed the lives of 33 people from Anand district alone. "My sister, Dhvani, is in East London, studying business and management. We were all excited to be there with her as she received her MBA degree. It was supposed to be a family moment," said Parth Patel, Hemangini's son, struggling to hold back tears. "Instead, I'm now planning funerals." The Patel family, who own the Krishna Riverside Resort in Vasad, were known for their warmth, hospitality, and being a tightly knit household. Living together on High School Road, their home was always bustling with relatives, guests and laughter. Now it stands eerily quiet. For Parth, the tragedy is a cruel blow upon another. "Just last year, I lost my father, Arun Patel, to a heart attack. Now I've lost my mother, uncle and aunt. In one year, I've been left almost alone," he said. Now, only he, his wife, his daughter and cousin sister remain from what was once a vibrant family unit. The pain has been compounded by the wait to identify the deceased. "We're waiting for my 'foi' (paternal aunt) to arrive from the US — only her DNA sample can confirm my uncle's identity. She's on her way," said Parth. The loss is not limited to the family. The Patels were well-respected in Vasad — a town known for its toor dal and defined by its sense of community. "Rajnikant wasn't just a neighbour, he was a dear friend. His death is a deeply personal loss," said Anand MP Mitesh Patel, who, along with Kheda MP Devusinh Chauhan, visited the grieving family on Friday. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Dhvani Bhanushali comes with a new song ‘Aankhon'
Pop sensation Dhvani Bhanushali continues to expand her artistic horizons. The singer, known for chart-topping tracks like Vaaste and Dilbar, has now collaborated with the celebrated musical duo OAFF x Savera for an upcoming track titled Aankhon. The song, which also features Ankur Tewari, is dropped on April 29. Creating buzz, Dhvani took to social media to share vivid and psychedelic visuals from the track. The song showcases at a vibrant and playful vibe, exciting her fans further. 'Aankhon. Pre save link in bio,' she simply captioned the post, urging listeners to gear up for the musical treat. While her music career continues to soar, Dhvani also made her acting debut last year with Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam, directed by Saurabh Dasgupta. She starred opposite Aashim Gulati and portrayed a character named Meera. In a recent interaction, Dhvani revealed that her character was heavily influenced by Kareena Kapoor's iconic role as Geet in Jab We Met. 'I'm a huge fan of Kareena,' Dhvani said. 'Geet felt so authentic, like an extension of Kareena herself. Her confidence is something I really admire.' She added that her character Meera channels a similar energy — bold, spirited, yet emotionally layered. Though she acknowledges that no one can replicate Kareena's magic, Dhvani shared, 'I've done my best to bring my own interpretation to Meera while staying inspired by Geet.' With a promising new track and acting aspirations in full swing, Dhvani Bhanushali is clearly carving a unique space in both music and cinema.
