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Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
From roasts to reels: A walk through India's comedy scene over the years
In my first or second year of college, I stumbled upon stand-up comedy for the first time. And not just any kind — it was roast comedy that was all the rage back then (especially among teenagers trying very hard to seem edgy). The infamous AIB Knockout featuring Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor had just gone viral. It was controversial, chaotic, and loud — and, in hindsight, probably not the most talked-about introduction to a centuries-old art form. Until then, comedy, for most of us, had lived in movie scenes, sitcoms, and Govinda-level one-liners. But here was something different: a person, alone on stage, mic in hand, speaking to a room full of strangers — and somehow, with nothing but their words, managing to make everyone laugh till their stomachs hurt. It was thrilling. After the roast we discovered a flurry of AIB content — song parodies with Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt, Irrfan Khan, and Kangana Ranaut; their iconic 'Honest' series (the Honest Indian Weddings one still holds up); and of course, actual stand-up clips that introduced us to new, raw voices. One of them was Zakir Khan — Sakht Launda — who didn't just tell jokes but told stories, pulling audiences in with his heartbreaks, nostalgia, and that unbeatable Indori charm. He wasn't trying to be someone else — he was just being himself, and that made all of us feel a little more seen. I still haven't seen him live, but it's high up on the bucket list. As time passed, comedy — or at least my relationship with it — evolved. Instagram slowly went from being a photo-sharing app to the video vortex that is 'reels' today. We found ourselves watching sketch after sketch, voiceover after voiceover, with creators like Kusha Kapila making us laugh daily with characters like Billi Maasi (those iDiva days were gold). Then came the YouTubers — Bhuvan Bam, for example, who didn't just rely on punchlines but built entire worlds playing multiple characters, switching accents, expressions, and outfits with almost zero-budget setups and insane editing skills. The comedy wasn't just funny — it was creative. And it showed us what you could do when you blended humour with heart and hustle. Of course, the AIB era came crashing down around six years ago, following allegations of sexual misconduct on the core members that left the comedy scene shaken and introspective. It was disheartening, to say the least. But while the collective dissolved, some individuals — like Tanmay Bhat — managed to ride out the storm. Today, his reaction videos (especially the ones with friends and fellow creators, the OG gang) are some of the most-loved content online. There's something wholesome about watching someone just react with joy, sarcasm, or straight-up astonishment to content we already enjoy — it feels like watching things with your funniest friend. While the journey has been a bit stained here and there, I'm just glad we're all still laughing through it. Once YouTube sketch artists, now global brands—Zakir Khan, Bhuvan Bam, and Kusha Kapila are rewriting the rules of India's creator economy. From turning everyday struggles into satirical gold to launching shapewear brands and selling out global tours, these pioneers have scaled beyond algorithms to build sustainable careers. Their edge? A clear brand voice, cultural resonance, and strategic expansion across OTT, film, and entrepreneurship. But the shift from viral to viable isn't easy—mainstream media demands more than just fame. For India's top digital creators, reinvention is the only constant, and authenticity remains their strongest currency. Read more. Tata Consultancy Services is inching toward ₹ 10,000 crore in annual revenue from Tata Group firms — a more than 3x jump since N. Chandrasekaran became Tata Sons Chairman in 2017. This internal surge, now 3.1% of TCS's total revenue, reflects his 'One Tata' vision to streamline digital operations across the conglomerate. Big-ticket contracts from JLR, BSNL, and Tata Capital have driven the gains. With Tata entering new-age sectors like semiconductors, TCS is poised to play the tech backbone for the group's future-forward transformation. Read more. Sebi has barred ex-IndusInd Bank CEO Sumant Kathpalia and four top executives for alleged insider trading, freezing ₹ 19.78 crore in gains. The five offloaded shares while aware of a ₹ 1,749 crore derivative accounting error—an unpublished price sensitive info (UPSI) not disclosed until March 2025. The bank's stock tanked 27% the next day. Sebi flagged delayed disclosures, strategic share sales, and systematic UPSI lapses. The accused now face a trading ban, with a deeper probe and possible penalties underway. They have 21 days to respond or request a hearing from 29 May. Read more. A US court has declared Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs—including a 26% duty on Indian goods—illegal under emergency powers law, prompting Indian trade experts to urge a rethink. As India nears a trade deal with the US by July 8 to dodge steep duties, experts warn against rushing in under invalid pressure. The ruling weakens Washington's leverage, with critics arguing India is conceding too much. While the verdict boosts hopes for fairer talks, it's appealable. Experts advise India to pause, reassess, and prioritise national interest in any trade pact. Read more. From cold emails to catalyzing change, 24-year-old Chaarmikha Nagalla's journey mirrors RBIH's mission—to turn ideas into impact. Joining the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub after a chance event on financial inclusion, she now leads such initiatives across India. RBIH, born in 2021, bridges fintechs and regulation with game-changers like ULI and MuleHunter, digitizing credit and combating fraud. From milk data to micro-loans, it's reinventing access and trust. As RBIH dreams of being the innovation beacon for the Global South, its young changemakers like Nagalla who keep the vision alive. Read more. Yulu, once a shared mobility startup focused on city commuters, has become a vital player in India's fast-growing quick commerce sector. By shifting focus to gig workers, who now drive over 90% of its revenue, Yulu has turned its fleet of 45,000 electric bikes into key infrastructure for last-mile grocery and food deliveries in cities like Bengaluru and Mumbai. The pivot paid off: revenue nearly tripled to ₹ 112 crore in FY24, even as net losses widened. Can Yulu stay ahead in the race as the gig economy heats up? Read more. As India and the US edge closer to finalising a trade deal, pharmaceuticals are emerging as a key bargaining chip. India has proposed to supply complex generics at 20–25% of branded drug prices, back US manufacturing under Trump's 'Make in America' push, and tighten patent rules to curb evergreening. In return, it seeks tariff exemptions and incentives for Indian pharma firms in the US. Given that Indian companies supply nearly half of US generics and help save billions in healthcare costs, could this deal redefine how the world pays for medicine? Read more. A Dallas court has asked IT giants Cognizant and Infosys to settle key discovery disputes through a conference call, signalling a possible turning point in their 10-month legal battle. The case, sparked by Cognizant's allegations that Infosys stole trade secrets related to its healthcare software, has seen escalating tensions, especially after Infosys accused Cognizant CEO (and former Infosys exec) S Ravi Kumar of derailing a rival product. While the court declined to force Cognizant to further define the alleged stolen secrets, it ordered both firms to clarify key disclosures. With $5.9B of Cognizant's revenue tied to healthcare, the stakes remain high for both. Read more. India's defence sector is drawing strong investor interest following Operation Sindoor. Defence stocks like HAL, BEL, Bharat Dynamics, and BEML have surged up to 40%, supported by a long-term structural shift in the sector. Historically driven by geopolitical flashpoints, defence is now seen as a strategic growth pillar underpinned by higher spending, indigenisation, and export ambitions. India, the fifth-largest global military spender in 2024 at $86.1 billion, has seen its defence exports rise 34-fold over the past decade, hitting ₹ 23,622 crore in FY25. Read this Long Story to understand why Operation Sindoor was a turning point for Indian defence stocks. Tata Motors saw its workforce shrink by 3% in FY25–the first drop since FY20–amid muted demand across its vehicle segments. The total headcount fell to 58,442, largely due to a drop in non-managerial staff. While the company said the decline didn't reflect business fundamentals, it came alongside flat revenues and an 11% fall in net profit. Executive pay hikes also slowed, with a median increase of just 3% versus 15% last year. One of the exceptions was executive director Girish Wagh, whose pay rose 22%. Both passenger and commercial vehicle sales slipped in FY25, mirroring an industry-wide slowdown. Read more. That's all for this week! 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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Justin Bieber Is in a ‘Good Place' With Wife Hailey Bieber as He Continues ‘Healing Period'
Justin Bieber is trying to focus on the people and projects that mean the most to him during a pivotal time in his life. As Justin, 31, remains under the media microscope with headlines surrounding his finances and run-ins with paparazzi, the 'Baby' singer's relationship with wife Hailey Bieber continues to be a light in his life. 'Hailey tries to be there for him as much as she can,' a source close to the Biebers exclusively shared with Us Weekly. 'She is very patient and accommodating and helps him a lot. She is the most supportive wife, and he feels grateful to have her. They have been through a lot, but have been in a good place these last few months.' A second insider added, 'Hailey is a positive, good influence on Justin. She's been a saving grace for him.' Justin and Hailey Bieber Have Experienced a 'Total Shift' in Marriage After Son's Birth: Source In August 2024, the couple's lives changed forever when they welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Jack Blues Bieber. While the first source said fatherhood was 'an adjustment' for Justin, the new role has also led to some encouraging changes. 'When his son was born, everyone was hoping that would be a positive influence for him,' a second insider explained to Us. 'It's what's made him really want to heal and reflect on everything.' In recent months, Justin spent time in Finland to escape the Hollywood noise and reconnect with creativity. He also recently enjoyed a trip to Iceland with some of his closest guy friends, where he was able to feel refreshed and inspired to make new music. 'Justin needed a change of pace in order to feel inspired creatively again,' the first source close to the Biebers said. 'Justin has had dark days recently and is going through a lot of changes in his life.' Sources also told Us that the singer wants to get back to making music for his fans forever known as Beliebers. Hailey Bieber Is Trying to Be as 'Supportive as Possible' for Justin Bieber During Public Scrutiny In 2009, Justin skyrocketed to fame when he released his hit single 'One Time.' His most recent single was a 2022 one-off called 'Honest.' 'He wants to put music out soon, but is doing it on his own terms,' the first source shared. 'He needed to feel inspired, and he is really focused on putting something out soon.' The second insider said those in the music industry are rooting for Justin and hopeful that he can get back to doing what he loves. 'He has been through so much, and people around him know how hard it is,' the source explained. 'They are protective over him in the industry and want him to do well.' Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber: A Timeline of Their Relationship Getting back on top, however, won't happen overnight. The second source described this chapter of Justin's life as a 'self-reflection and healing period.' Meanwhile, the first source claimed that Justin's inner circle is small, with very few people helping him make big decisions. 'It's a lot at once and he's trying to adjust to his new normal,' the insider shared. 'He just wants to be himself.' Us Weekly has reached out to Justin and Hailey's reps for comment.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Concerns About Consumer Demand and Potential Tariff Impacted The Honest Company (HNST)
Meridian Funds, managed by ArrowMark Partners, released its 'Meridian Contrarian Fund' first quarter 2025 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. U.S. equities saw their weakest quarterly performance since 2022, as uncertainty about potential tariff policies affected investor sentiment and risk assets. In this environment, the fund returned -7.59% (net) during the quarter, slightly behind the -7.50% returns of the Russell 2500 Index and underperforming the -5.83% returns of the secondary benchmark, the Russell 2500 Value Index. In addition, please check the fund's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2025. In its first-quarter 2025 investor letter, Meridian Contrarian Fund highlighted stocks such as The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST). Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) manufactures and sells diapers and wipes, skin and personal care, and household and wellness products. The one-month return of The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) was 4.12%, and its shares gained 84.88% of their value over the last 52 weeks. On May 28, 2025, The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) stock closed at $4.88 per share, with a market capitalization of $552.839 million. Meridian Contrarian Fund stated the following regarding The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) in its Q1 2025 investor letter: "The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) is a consumer products company specializing in natural baby-care consumables, cosmetics, soaps, and other household supplies. We initially invested in Honest as a contrarian investment opportunity, following post-pandemic supply chain disruptions, seeing value in the brand's authenticity and in its history of generating growth in the face of operational challenges. Despite reporting quarterly results above expectations, the stock declined due to concerns about consumer demand and potential tariff impacts. Honest manufacturers diapers in Mexico, which is USMCA compliant, and baby and cleaning wipes in China. Management has demonstrated agility in adapting supply chains, as witnessed when it re-sourced its diaper portfolio in 2024." A close up of different packs of diapers and wipes, demonstrating the company's main product range. The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) is not on our list of 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 24 hedge fund portfolios held The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) at the end of the first quarter, which was 25 in the previous quarter. In Q1 2025, The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) reported $97 million in revenues, up 13% from Q1 2024. While we acknowledge the potential of The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is as promising as NVIDIA but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the undervalued AI stock set for massive gains. In another article, we covered The Honest Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:HNST) and shared the list of best cosmetics stocks to buy for 2025. In its Q4 2024 investor letter, Meridian Contrarian Fund highlighted its belief in The Honest Company, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:HNST) growth potential. In addition, please check out our hedge fund investor letters Q1 2025 page for more investor letters from hedge funds and other leading investors. READ NEXT: Michael Burry Is Selling These Stocks and A New Dawn Is Coming to US Stocks. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
Entrepreneur
5 days ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Why every start up founder should go to therapy
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur United Kingdom, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. My first company had gone well, seeing us design, manufacture and ship DSLR camera straps and mounts to customers in more than 50 countries within a year of launch. I expected things to run as smoothly for my second venture. I was wrong. Not because the business wasn't working – it was. At Savu, we developed technology to protect people from electromagnetic radiation, emitted from devices like mobile phones. It was more technical than my first, with its fair share of challenges, but that wasn't what pushed me to breaking point. The problem wasn't the business. It was me. Here's what I learned from the experience – and my advice for fellow founders. The pressures of entrepreneurship As a founder, 'switching off' can feel impossible. The all-encompassing nature of the role means constant demands for your attention, from endless Slack messages to sudden crises. You feel like you need to be everywhere, all at once. In the early days of starting my third business Honest, the UK's top-rated B Corp mobile network, my co-founder Andy and I covered customer support 24/7. It wasn't unusual for me to step away from weddings, birthdays or other get-togethers to respond to customers needing help. Fast forward to now, and we have a dedicated team supporting our customers. But the around-the-clock nature of the job hasn't changed. I still check sales numbers everyday to see how our latest changes have impacted performance. I'm still heavily involved in product and marketing, designing a lot of our app and website myself. I'm still on call when there's a network outage or another crisis. My role has changed, but the sense of responsibility hasn't. Then there's fundraising, one of the areas I've found toughest as a founder. For every one hundred investors you pitch, more than ninety say no. That's part of the process, but it means coping with constant rejection, all while knowing your team's livelihoods depend on your ability to raise money. At the same time, you're trying to grow the business. It's an incredibly challenging juggling act with high stakes. Honest may look successful now we've secured funding from top UK funds, but there were times when I didn't know if we'd make it. Hitting breaking point Back in 2018 when I was feeling mounting pressure building Savu, I responded by speeding up. A classic over-achiever at school and university, I wasn't used to failing. If I didn't get things right the first time, I kept working until I did. But this approach doesn't always work in the precarious environment of a startup. Not everything was in my control. The harder things got, the harder I pushed myself. I isolated myself from friends and family, feeling embarrassed that I didn't have glowing updates. I neglected my physical and mental health, instead spending every waking hour focussed on work. Until the inevitable happened. I hit burnout. I still believe hard work pays off, but I now know that building a business is a marathon, not a sprint. Pacing yourself is critical to making it to the finish line. I no longer work all day everyday. There are still times when working flat out is needed, but when it's not, I make sure to take time out, whether that's a holiday or simply an evening with friends where I don't check my emails. Rather than compromising the success of Honest, I believe taking the time to reset when I can means I'm able to work even harder during the more intense periods. We try to encourage this attitude among the wider team, encouraging a healthy work/life balance through things like hybrid working, flexible hours and a bonus day off to celebrate birthdays. A more sustainable path to success Burning out forced me to confront how I was working and living. It was a wake-up call that reshaped not just my approach to business, but my entire life. It also prompted me to make one of my best decisions yet: I started therapy. There are still misconceptions about therapy as something for people in crisis or with serious mental illness. Instead, we should see therapy like going to the gym, building our mental strength and resilience. I firmly believe therapy should be part of everyone's routine, but especially when it comes to founders. As someone building a team and business, your mental strength has a huge impact on those around you. Being a founder can be lonely. Friends and family often don't understand why you're working so hard or relate to the challenges you're facing. Therapy has helped me tackle that, making me a stronger, more resilient founder. It's given me the tools to manage everyday challenges, recognise the warning signs of burnout, and create space to reflect. Since starting therapy in 2020, it's been critical to my personal growth and building a healthier, more sustainable mindset. Alongside regular therapy, I meditate and exercise most days. I started meditating during the pandemic and ended up becoming so intrigued by the science behind it that I bought a headband monitoring your brain waves. The mental clarity meditation has brought me has helped to navigate some of my toughest moments. On the physical side, I've found Crossfit a brilliant way to combine exercise and socialising. I've always enjoyed working out, but the community aspect of Crossfit means it's an hour every day when I'm guaranteed to switch off from work. Before my burnout, I would never have imagined being the kind of person who regularly goes to therapy and meditates. Now, I can't imagine my life without them. I don't think I'll ever fully master the work/life balance as a founder, but I have the tools and awareness to navigate it. Ultimately, each entrepreneur needs to figure out what works for them when it comes to performing at their best. Therapy is a brilliant tool to help with that.
Associated Press
30-04-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Honest Health and Albany Med Health System Partner to Advance Value-Based Care in Northeastern New York
Collaboration will enhance physician support, drive innovation, and improve patient outcomes NASHVILLE, Tenn. and ALBANY, N.Y. , April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Albany Med Health System, the largest and only regionally governed not-for-profit health system in northeastern New York and western New England, has announced a new partnership with Honest Health, a physician-led, value-based care enablement organization. This collaboration, which further extends Honest Health's already established partnerships from Western New York to the Capital Region, will equip providers with the necessary tools, data, and support to enhance the patient experience, improve outcomes, and drive efficiencies resulting in lower costs. Through its proven expertise in value-based care, Honest Health will empower the Albany Med Health System's physicians, advanced practice providers, and nurses with real-time insights, predictive analytics, and population health management strategies. This approach enables clinicians to focus their time and energy where it matters most - delivering proactive, high-quality care, rather than navigating outdated, volume-driven payment models. 'The Albany Med Health System is committed to delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve,' said Dennis P. McKenna, MD, president and CEO of the Albany Med Health System. 'Through our partnership with Honest Health, we are ensuring our providers have access to innovative solutions that enhance patient outcomes, improve operational efficiency, and create a more sustainable future for health care in our region.' With initial focus on traditional Medicare, a key aspect of this partnership includes a shared commitment to clinical and financial accountability, ensuring that both organizations are aligned in delivering measurable improvements in care. By leveraging advanced technology, streamlined processes, and a collaborative approach, Honest and Albany Med Health System will build a comprehensive partnership that prioritizes value-based care. 'At Honest Health, we believe that true transformation in healthcare happens when physicians have the right tools and resources to focus on value over volume,' said Robert Bessler, MD, chief executive officer of Honest. 'Partnering with Albany Med Health System represents a shared commitment to building a sustainable, patient-first model of care that improves quality, enhances efficiency, and supports providers every step of the way.' About Albany Med Health System Comprised of Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, the Albany Med Health System is the largest locally governed, not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. The System is the region's largest private employer, and each member institution carries a century-long tradition caring for our communities. The Albany Med Health System has 1,520 hospital beds, more than 800 physicians, 125 outpatient locations, a children's hospital, and research enterprise serving the three million people of our region. About Honest Health Honest Health is a physician-led, value-based care enablement organization that partners with health systems and providers to drive improved patient outcomes while reducing costs. Honest supports clinicians by offering actionable insights, operational expertise, and shared accountability in care models that prioritize quality and value. For more information, visit CONTACT: Debbie McKee, 315-857-4541 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Honest Health
