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Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aditya Thakare talks about Ganpati Visarjan and 'Dhadak 2' connection
Actor , who has made his film debut with the recently released film 'Dhadak 2', has shared that getting selected for the part was a moment of joy and blessing. The actor said that he got the offer for the film when he was at a Ganpati Visarjan with his friends. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The actor recently spoke with IANS and shared that before 'Dhadak 2' happened to him, things were quite "dry" for him professionally. He told IANS, "'Dhadak 2' came to me as a blessing in disguise. At the time, things were quite dry professionally; not much was moving. One day I got an audition call, and I rushed without thinking twice. I still remember the day I found out I was selected; it was during Ganesh Chaturthi 2023. I was at Ganpati Visarjan with my friends when I got the call. It felt like Bappa's blessing, truly." When asked about his preparations for the part, the actor said, "After getting selected, I didn't have a lot of time to get into heavy dialect training, so my main focus was on getting the local lingo right, and what better way than spending time with locals and interacting with them? They're the ones who teach you so much, not just about the language, but also the body language of that particular region, which is equally important when you're portraying a character from a specific place. So, I started spending time at spots like Rajju Tea Stall in Bhopal, casually chatting with strangers, absorbing their rhythm, expressions, and body language to get into the skin of the character. I also included a lot of my real-life funny friends into Vasu's personality. It was about making him feel real, like someone you already know." He also shared his experience of working with and in the film, as he told IANS, "At first, I was in full fan mode, keeping my distance and being extra respectful. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I've admired Siddhant since Gully Boy and Triptii since Qala. But I think the Bhopal schedule changed everything. We shot there for nearly two months, and I'm someone who thrives on those chill evening hangouts, laughing over random stuff. Triptii and Siddhant started joining in, and we would end up staying up late even with early morning shoots. That camaraderie translated into real chemistry on screen. I feel lucky to call such talented (and extremely good-looking) people my friends." Is it the age of raw talent in not just the film market but other art forms as well? He said, "Absolutely, 100%. Raw talent isn't just being accepted anymore; it's actually being celebrated. With so many platforms out there now, everyone has a shot at being seen, heard, and appreciated. People are consuming more content than ever, which is opening the door for a lot of fresh voices". "For someone like me, it really feels like the perfect time to be starting out. I think a big reason for this shift is that audiences now want to see real, relatable faces and stories, not just over-the-top stuff all the time. And that's pushing a lot of filmmakers to take up those kinds of stories too," he added.
Indian Express
09-08-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
‘Can we move out of our homes?': Pune residents urge noise regulation as dhol-tasha groups gear up for Ganesh festival
As Ganesh Chaturthi approaches, dhol-tasha pathaks in Pune have started prepping hard with their daily practice. But the noise pollution created particularly in residential areas has become an issue for residents. People from various parts of the city are demanding that the municipal authorities and the police put in place sound regulations, continuous monitoring, and group limits for the dhol-tasha rehearsals. 'Playing dhol-tasha is a good cultural activity, but playing it loud for hours in the immediate vicinity of a residential area is affecting our health. People suffering from high blood pressure, some are cancer-survivors or have other ailments, cannot manage such high decibels and their health is adversely impacted, said Vihang Shah, a resident of Baner and founder of Green Clean Safe Bharat. 'Along with senior citizens, even youth are affected. They are studying in colleges or schools and preparing for exams. With continuous exposure to high-decibel noise from dhol-tasha pathaks, they cannot focus well and may suffer from hearing ailments in old age,' Shah added. He emphasised that dhol-tasha groups are always welcome, but they need to practice in dedicated public spaces or auditoriums far from residential areas, as residents have limited choice to leave their homes. This year, Ganesh Chaturthi will be on August 27, initiating a 10-day festival that concludes with the immersion of idols, in a ritual known as Ganesh Visarjan. Speaking to The Indian Express, Dr Kalyani Mandke, a practising audiologist based in Sadashiv Peth, said, 'Not just elderly, pregnant women or children, but every age group suffers through the noise levels that exceed a certain limit, let it be through DJ, dhol-tasha or any other source. Such noise pollution disturbs adrenaline levels, and this causes increased stress, sleep disruption, and gradual hearing damage. Also, their consequences are affecting work output and productivity.' Supreme Court stay on NGT order In September 2024, a Supreme Court bench led by the then Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud stayed the directions of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), West Zone, which included the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), along with police officials, to carry out real-time sound monitoring during the Ganesh festival. The directions stayed also included a limit of 30 members in each group of dhol, tasha and zanj pathak during Ganpati Visarjan. 'After the NGT order stay, it will now be even more difficult to keep a check on noise pollution. We now expect the authorities to keep a check on violations and take suo motu action. The dhol-tasha pathaks must also willingly take steps to limit their members in public interest,' said Rahul Jadhav, a resident of Wakad. Moreover, Mandke urged that authorities must listen to their demands. 'During a recent dhol-tasha-related meeting at PMC, the authorities didn't even listen to our plea. Without hearing our grievances, how can they address them?' she said. To restrict the noise level to breach the residential limits rule, several dhol-tasha groups in Pune, though, are adopting noise-dampening practices. 'To respect the safe decibel range, particularly in residential areas, we use jute bags and nylon padding to cover the dhol. This significantly dampens the noise. We also practice alternatively in small batches so that noise can be controlled,' said Tejas Pathak from Shreeram dhol-tasha pathak. Shubham Kurale is an intern with The Indian Express.
NDTV
06-07-2025
- NDTV
How Jesse, The Sniffer Dog, Cracked Murder Case, Rescued Kidnapped Child In Mumbai
A German Shepherd named Jesse has become a key member of the Mumbai Police's K9 squad, helping solve multiple high-profile cases involving murder, robbery, and kidnapping. In a video shared by the Mumbai Police on X, Jesse's handler, woman police constable Surekha Bhanudas Lunde, detailed the canine's exceptional contributions to crime-solving in the city over the past four years. "Ever imagined what a furry officer can do? Track a murderer and bank robber from a single shoe. Expose a suspect disguised in a saree. Rescue a missing child by tracing a taxi through a festive crowd. Meet Jesse who has cracked all of the above," the overlay text in the video read. "Sniffing out danger & chasing truths is what they do best. Here's Jesse, a 'furmidable' partner who's cracked it all: unmasking offenders, tracking murderers from a single shoe, exposing disguised suspects, and rescuing missing children through crowded city lanes," the Mumbai Police wrote as the caption. जश्शी आहेच तश्शी हुशार! मुंबई पोलीस दलातील श्वान पथकात सुरू असलेली जेसी गेल्या ४ वर्षांपासून मुंबईकरांच्या सेवेसाठी कार्यरत आहे. एका चप्पलच्या वासावरून आरोपीला पकडणे, अपहृत मुलाला गर्दीतून शोधून काढणे आणि तू करत असलेली अशी कामगिरी उत्तरोत्तर वाढत राहो. #MumbaiK9Squad … — मुंबई पोलीस - Mumbai Police (@MumbaiPolice) July 6, 2025 One of Jesse's breakthroughs came during a murder and robbery case under the jurisdiction of the MHB Police Station. According to Constable Lunde, police recovered a single footwear item belonging to the suspect at the crime scene. "We gave the footwear to Jesse to sniff. She followed the scent through a busy marketplace and navigated narrow lanes," said Lunde. Jesse tracked the suspect over nearly 5 kilometres and stopped outside a room in a chawl, where she sat and began barking, an indication that someone of interest was inside. Acting on her alert, officers unlocked the door and found the suspect hiding inside. He was immediately arrested. In another incident under the Malvani Police Station, Jesse helped rescue a kidnapped child during Ganpati Visarjan, a time when the city is especially crowded. Despite the noise and rush, Jesse followed the trail to a location where the accused had taken a taxi. "We checked the CCTV footage and confirmed the suspect's presence. He was later arrested," Lunde added. Jesse has also reportedly helped in identifying suspects disguised in various forms, including one case where an accused had attempted to flee by wearing a saree. The video closed with a tribute to the city's canine officers, "Unmatched loyalty, razor-sharp instincts. Our K9 squad unleash furtastic tales of investigation every single day." Earlier this year, the Mumbai Police also announced plans to build a Rs 10 crore state-of-the-art kennel complex at the Marol Police Training Centre in Andheri East. The facility was proposed to house both active service dogs and, for the first time, retired ones under official care. At the time of the announcement, the Mumbai Police had 33 dogs of various breeds, including German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Labradors, and Dobermans, deployed in specialised units such as Anti-Narcotics, Bomb Detection and Disposal, and VIP Security.
