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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Optical illusion: Only a true cat parent can tell who is the cat owner
Do you consider yourself intelligent? Not simply "where I kept my keys" clever, but genuinely sharp and intelligent. Welcome to the brain-teasers mental gym, where you are shown images and asked to use reasoning and critical thinking to determine the solutions. These puzzles and visual riddles have been shown to improve mental health and brain function, making them ideal for those who want to think like the top 1% of high IQ individuals. All you need are these authentic brain exercises. Are you prepared to demonstrate that your intellect is more than just average? Show that you are one of the top 1% of people with a high visual IQ by taking this brainteaser challenge. Examine the picture carefully. A cat is the subject of a furious dispute between three women, A, B, and C. The cat is seeing a struggle between cats. Each is battling to prove she is the legitimate owner of the cat in question. The task at hand is to determine who is telling the truth. Woman A is accusing the other two of being responsible. The feline appears to be quite at ease in Woman B's arms. Additionally, she has a cat tattooed on her arm. Woman C appears to be really interested in the conversation and is wearing a t-shirt with a cartoon cat on it. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like ¡No me lo pierdo! Orange Undo Who do you believe should be the cat's legal owner? Watch out for the visual cues that are concealed in plain sight. Determine who the cat mom is here by using reasoning. Answer to this optical illusion The solution is out! Have you figured out the solution? Scroll down if not. The owner of the cat is woman A. Check out her ripped t-shirt. This is a common sight if a woman has a cat at home. Disha Patani cutting her dog Goku's nails with full concentration is life of a pet lover during quarantine One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The legendary super saiyan 5 form that never happened in Dragon Ball
This god-tier Dragon Ball form never made it into the anime, but fans thought it did for over a decade. Here's the crazy tale behind Super Saiyan 5. Ever since Super Saiyan was first introduced in Dragon Ball Z, the Dragon Ball franchise has been famous for its powerful and flashy transformations. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now From Super Saiyan to Ultra Instinct, each evolution has upped the ante in Goku's largest, most glorious battles yet. One evolution that fans were clamoring to see never truly existed — Super Saiyan 5. While Super Saiyan 5 was never actually adopted into the official series, it has gone down in internet history due to a convincing fan art design that went viral across the web in the late-90s. For years, Dragon Ball fans across the globe assumed it was a tangible, future addition to the Dragon Ball narrative. Join us as we explore how Super Saiyan 5 went on to become the most legendary Dragon Ball rumor of all time and why it's still discussed by fans to this day. What is super saiyan 5? The Legendary Transformation That Never Was Super Saiyan 5 had long been assumed to be the next progression in Goku's transformation following Super Saiyan 4, which was featured in Dragon Ball GT. Though GT was never officially sanctioned by Dragon Ball's original creator, Akira Toriyama, it was a time that still provided fans with plenty of thrilling news to geek out over. Even after GT began airing, a black-and-white fan-drawn illustration of a new transformation in particular began circulating online. It featured Goku with long, flowing silver locks, luminous eyes and a crazed appearance, a dramatic and fearsome transformation. The picture was so convincing that fans thought it was actual concept art for a completely new show. The reality couldn't have been more opposed. The truth behind the super saiyan 5 hoax How an Anime-Inspired Fan Drawing Outfoxed Millions The widely circulated Super Saiyan 5 image Truth be told, that legendary Super Saiyan 5 pic was really fan art, made by Spanish artist David Montiel Franco way back in 1998. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now When he sprung that character to life at the tender age of 17, his name wasn't Goku, but Tablos. The illustration ended up being featured in a Spanish video game magazine named Hobby Consolas. Because the art was so close to their likeness to canon Dragon Ball characters and designs, many fans were totally and utterly duped. Fake screenshots, episode guides, and even posters started making the rounds online, all stating that Super Saiyan 5 was real and came from a new anime named Dragon Ball AF. What is Dragon Ball AF? The Little Ho-Jo that Could— The Bogus Sequel That Turned Into a Mondo Myth The 'AF' in Dragon Ball AF was never meant to be explained. Other fans assumed it meant After Future or Alternative Future. Looking closely though, rumors started circulating that this was going to be a *sequel* to GT, with characters like Gohan and Vegeta receiving powerful new forms along with Goten. Another production material teaser from a fan production group, Studio Tomita, inspired some beautifully crafted fan art that was so convincing, folks assumed they were the new animation production studio working on the series. Except, once again, it was entirely fan-made. How fans kept super saiyan 5 Alive Fan manga is not just a testament to dedication, but to the incredible power of community. Even after the jig was up, the fascination with Super Saiyan 5 continued. Rather, it did the opposite – it led to works such as Dragon Ball AF created by fans, such as Toyble, who many know today as the same artist who officially draws Dragon Ball Super's manga — Toyotarou. This inspired other creators, such as Young Jiji, to produce popular AF-themed manga that would further the adventures of Goku, Vegeta, and their children. These tales included tremendous new levels of power, imaginative fresh foes, and naturally, the mythical Super Saiyan 5 transformation. Their status as fan works didn't disqualify them from reaching audiences around the world and creating a legacy synonymous with the source material. Unofficial doesn't mean untested, untried, or of poor quality. Super saiyan 5's legacy in the Dragon Ball universe The Fan Revolution That Wouldn't Die While Dragon Ball Super may have formally moved the franchise forward with new transformations like Super Saiyan Blue and Ultra Instinct, Super Saiyan 5 remains near and dear to many fans' hearts. It stands for the incredible power of imagination and how fans can create a culture with their admiration and creativity to expand a franchise. Even today, most Dragon Ball fans vividly recall the first time they saw the silver-haired Goku and fell for the hoax. Super Saiyan 5 might have been a hoax, but it turned into a legend — and it's testimony to the fact that fan communities are stronger than any one official work. Where to watch Dragon Ball If you've been itching to get into the saga of Dragon Ball or just want to check out these official transformations, you can stream Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, and Dragon Ball Super on Crunchyroll, Funimation, or Hulu.
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary voice actor with roles in Dragon Ball Z and Fantastic Mr Fox dies as anime community pays tribute
Legendary voice actor Éric Legrand has died aged 66. The French star is best known for his roles as the voices of Vegeta and Yamcha in Dragon Ball Z. He's also renowned for starring as Coach Skip in Fantastic Mr. Fox. Éric's passing was announced in a Facebook post by Patrick Borg, a longtime French voice actor for Goku. He shared that Éric had been admitted to a palliative care unit on May 19 and sadly passed soon after. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Patrick wrote in a heartbreaking statement: 'Farewell to my friend, ERIC LEGRAND 'You were calling me. 'My fat turkey ' 'I liked it, it made me laugh. I used to call you my queen! It had you rattling like a fat turkey. 'For months, we have been writing to each other on WhatsApp until last Monday, May 19th, in the morning, you will be transferred to a palliative care service... 'You've stopped answering me. 45+ years of friendship and 40 years together; Dragon Ball Z. 'Your fans will miss you... But I'll miss you deeply! 'I'm tired of losing friends. You have shown exemplary courage. You are a true Saiyan Vegeta! 'ERIC LEGRAND, you were a real Saiyan! Éric's passing was announced in a Facebook post by Patrick Borg, a longtime French voice actor for Goku The heartbreaking announcement sparked a wave of tributes from fans and fellow voice actors 'On Sunday evening, you wrote to me the following word in parentheses: (Getting transferred to the Palliative Care Unit on Monday. (I hope it will be very soon next..) 'I will not forget you! I am unhappy, very unhappy ... Farewell, my friend.' The heartbreaking announcement sparked a wave of tributes from fans and fellow voice actors. Fans wrote: 'I'm devastated courage to you and your loved ones', 'My deepest condolences Patrick', 'It's not fair... Frankly, I'm shocked by this disappearance. All my condolence to his family and friends
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Gen Z loves Gojo more than Goku: The new face of Shonen Anime
Credits: YouTube by Sacred Saiyan The era of raw power in the 1980s, Dragon Ball's Goku personified the classic shonen hero – cheerful, endlessly strong and focused on training and fighting. He rarely doubted himself or his morals, and simply pushing past limits was his goal. As one Times of India feature notes, Goku 'debuted in the 1980s' and remains 'the benchmark of all 'strongest anime characters''. His approach was straightforward: good beats evil through sheer strength. Indian fans who grew up with Goku still fondly recall playgrounds echoing with 'Kamehameha' shouts. These older heroes inspired loyalty by example – they were powerful role models, even if they didn't always show their struggles or fears. Naruto – The underdog with heart Credits: Crunchyroll By the late 1990s and 2000s, shonen protagonists began to show more emotion. Naruto Uzumaki's story – of an orphaned outsider who longs to be acknowledged – introduced themes of loneliness and acceptance. He still never gave up, but his journey was filled with tears, self-doubt, and complex backstories. For example, one Indian fan explained that Naruto 's appeal lies in the 'complex background of the characters and the protagonist's unwavering determination'. This reflects a shift: Naruto's perseverance (against all odds and internal pain) became a model of hope . A Times article notes that Naruto starts 'alone and unpopular, yet he never gives up,' embodying the message of 'never giving up' that Gen Z finds inspiring. Indian fans connected to Naruto's struggles with friendship and acceptance – problems they could relate to in their own lives. The new emotional hero – Deku and beyond Credits: Crunchyroll Today's shonen stars like Izuku Midoriya (Deku from My Hero Academia ) or Tanjiro ( Demon Slayer ) are even more openly vulnerable . Deku is a boy who cries, panics and overthinks – he's defined by empathy and self-doubt as much as his heroic drive. These heroes wrestle publicly with fear and guilt, showing tears on screen and talking about mental pain. They also inspire through kindness: as Times of India reports, newer heroes (including Gojo and Yuji from Jujutsu Kaisen , or Tanjiro) 'show courage, kindness and loyalty even when the odds are stacked against them'. In other words, their strength comes with soul. They teach young fans that it's okay to feel afraid or sad – and that true heroism can include asking for help and caring for others. This emotional complexity resonates strongly. One teen fan observed that 'anime characters often struggle with their identities… watching them overcome their challenges gives us hope'. Modern shonen stories openly tackle grief, injustice and self-acceptance, giving fans a language to describe their own feelings. Complexity and grey areas – Gojo, Yuji and today's trials Credits: Crunchyroll Some very recent heroes blur the line between hero and anti-hero. In Jujutsu Kaisen , Yuji Itadori's battles force him to choose between competing values (and even his own humanity), while his mentor Satoru Gojo hides a lonely heart behind a playful facade. These characters are powerful, but also far from perfect: they make mistakes, carry doubts, and sometimes question authority. Fans even debate villains – e.g. a recent Twitter clash over Sukuna (JJK) vs. Muzan (Demon Slayer) highlighted how audiences now admire complexity on both sides. As one Times of India feature notes, such rivalries 'reflect generational shifts' – Demon Slayer made anime mainstream, while Jujutsu Kaisen is seen as the 'hot new successor'. In other words, new heroes don't just punch their way to victory; they argue, grieve, and question the world . This moral ambiguity and depth speak to a world where right and wrong aren't always clear-cut. Gen Z, India and the fandom Gen Z fans have embraced these evolving heroes. Anime's rise here is undeniable: streaming services report that India is now Crunchyroll's second-largest market, with one exec noting anime's popularity has 'skyrocketed… particularly among Gen Z'. Younger viewers say they see their own journeys in these characters. For many, watching a hero cry or struggle feels real: 'the stories… are very relatable,' said one fan, adding that anime heroes teach 'fighting your battles [and] dealing with things with patience'. Indeed, fans often feel these shows mirror their own challenges : as one fan put it, seeing a character 'overcome their challenges gives us hope and sometimes even a roadmap for our own lives'. Indian fans aren't just passive viewers. Communities, clubs and cosplays are booming. For example, the Bangalore Anime Club screens shows and hosts meetups, and cosplayers across the country proudly create elaborate costumes. As one cosplayer explains, fans literally 'use their body as the canvas' for characters they love. Social media also amplifies fan culture: clips and memes on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram spread Naruto 's ninja way or Jujutsu 's epic fights, often with Hindi or Telugu dubs. In short, these heroes – from Goku's pure-hearted drive to Gojo's layered personality – now connect emotionally with a new generation. They reflect global cultural shifts that value empathy and inner strength, giving Gen Z fans in India (and everywhere) characters who feel like friends, mentors and fellow fighters all at once. 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 .
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
10 greatest anime protagonist of all time
Top anime protagonist of all time (Image via Crunchyroll) When we think about the greatest anime protagonists of all time, we often think about strength but true greatness goes beyond power. These characters left a lasting mark not just because of what they did, but because of how deeply they connected with us. Whether they made us laugh, cry, or rethink life itself, their journeys became a part of ours. Ten iconic anime characters that made their mark in memorable ways From Goku to Nana, these unforgettable protagonists didn't just define anime, they defined an entire generation. Here's why fans still carry their stories years later. The reason shonen anime is special is due to Goku (Dragon Ball). He always has a smile on his face, is blamelessly youthful and looks forward to new experiences. He fights when he can but not out of hatred, but for fun and as a means to defend people. Millions of children saw him as a role model because of his strong friendship and eager mind. Naruto Uzumaki (Naruto) began with nothing other than his big dreams. Being lonely, having mean reasons and being ignored didn't stop him. He used kindness and his own determination to overcome his pain. His past doesn't have to determine the direction of his future. Even though Monkey D. Luffy (One Piece) is always wild and laughing, he's actually quite faithful and fearless. He's not driven by the desire for power, but only wants personal and collective freedom. His example encourages us to be happy and willing to help those important to us. Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood shows Edward Elric, who possesses great talent in alchemy and lots of determination. His brother's presence and Miura's wish to do the right thing make you relate easily to him. Edward shows that the strongest move a person can take is to own their shortcomings and deal with the things they do. Many people are drawn to Usagi Tsukino (Sailor Moon) because she is awkward, feeling and sweet. She points out that being soft doesn't mean you lack strength. The love and companionship she experiences allow her to help the world avoid danger. In the Ghost in the Shell story, Motoko Kusanagi is calm, organized and well-thought-out. Like many others in her field, she questions what it is to be human and to live. Both courage and depth can be seen in Motoko when everything around her is unfamiliar and dangerous At the beginning, Eren Yeager (Attack on Titan), seeks revenge and is set on fighting, but later turns into a fascinating character in shonen. Because his morals are vague, the audience is forced to consider what freedom actually includes and how much they would pay for it. According to her series, Madoka Magica, Homura Akemi gains most of her strength by loving and enduring her own suffering. Each time she tries to help her friend, her worries grow so much she acts even more desperately. It's truly sad, but stealthy, how effective she is. Gon Freecss (Hunter x Hunter) looks like a simple person, but it's shocking how deeply he feels. Mr. Underhill manages rage, while always being kind and brave. Gon stands for the way growing up involves dealing with the beautiful and the cruel things around us. Nana Osaki (Nana) isn't taking on monsters, she's dealing with real-life issues. She handles love, sadness and heartache as a tough and passionate musician. Her experience speaks to us by showing that some heroes are simply trying to keep going. These characters didn't just entertain us, they taught us, healed us, and challenged us. In their struggles, we saw our own. And in their triumphs, we found hope. 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 .
