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Indian Express
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘I want to go to IISc Bangalore… feel like IIT would not be the right fit for me': AIR 5 Ujjwal Kesari
Every few hours, in the middle of his study marathons, 17-year-old Ujjwal Kesari from South Delhi allowed himself a reward — one short episode of Doraemon. 'I love watching animated films. I love watching Doraemon,' he said. 'But since I couldn't get distracted, I used to skip watching it so that I could study and focus on my goal. But when I took short breaks in between, I used to watch it.' That clarity and self-control helped Kesari secure the fifth position in the JEE Advanced 2025 Common Rank List released Monday, placing him among the top 10 in one of India's most competitive entrance exams. His score — 324 marks out of 360 — opens doors to the most coveted courses in the country: Computer Science at both IIT-Bombay and IIT-Delhi, he said. But Kesari has chosen to walk a different path. 'I want to go to IISc Bangalore,' he said. 'I made this decision because I want to go forward and pursue research, and I feel like IIT would not be the right fit for me. It is known for the best packages, but that is not what I am looking for.' Kesari's decision didn't come on a whim. He had made up his mind years ago. 'Since Class 8, I had decided that I would take the science stream in Class 11,' he said. 'My love for physics and maths made me passionate about giving the JEE examination.' What excites him most now is quantum physics, a field he hopes to pursue seriously in the coming years. 'I aim to pursue research in the quantum physics area as I think it is very fascinating and has a promising future,' he said. Kesari's preparation strategy was marked by balance and consistency. 'I always used to give equal time to all my main subjects. Even my weaknesses and strengths,' he said. 'I would not focus on taking too many breaks. I would keep the flow and consistency when I sat down to study.' The youngest of two siblings, Kesari lives with his family. 'My sister is pursuing the arts stream, and I have moved towards sciences,' he said. His father works in a private job, and his mother is a homemaker. For future aspirants, Kesari offered one practical piece of advice, a habit he strictly followed through his years of preparation: 'Stay away from the phone. Screen time is the biggest distraction these days, and it is very important to minimise it.'
Indian Express
17 hours ago
- General
- Indian Express
JEE Advanced 2025: AIR 5 Ujjwal Kesari prefers BSc Physics at IISc Bangalore over BTech from IIT-Bombay
Ujjwal Kesari has bagged the fifth rank in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025 by obtaining 324 marks out of 360 marks. He appeared from the IIT Delhi zone. The 17-year-old wants to study at IISc Bangalore and do a Bachelor of Science in the subjects before moving to research and a PhD in physics. JEE Advanced Rank Predictor | JEE Advanced Result 2025 | JEE Main CRL 1 'For research, IISc is India's best institute, and I had aimed for a seat there from my 7th grade itself,' the JEE Advanced topper added. 'I knew IISER Aptitude Test (IAT) was an easier option for admission to IISc Bangalore, but I chose JEE Advanced 2025 over other entrance exams as there is more study material and guidance available around,' he said. The result of the Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced) 2025 has been announced today, June 2. As many as 54,378 (44,974 male and 9,404 female) candidates qualified for JEE Advanced this year. Most candidates from the IIT Hyderabad zone have qualified JEE Advanced 2025 exam. As many as 12,946 students have qualified from the IIT-H zone alone, followed by 11,370 from IIT Delhi and 11,226 from the IIT Bombay zone. As many as 5,445 have qualified from the IIT Roorkee zone, 5,353 from IIT Kharagpur zone, 5,295 from IIT Kanpur zone, and 2,743 from IIT Guwahati zone. Kesari appeared in the January session of JEE Main this year. He scored 99.999 percentile, and unlike many top scorers, he was sure he wouldn't appear again. In the final result of JEE Main, he secured an All India Rank (AIR) of 33. He was enrolled in a three-year classroom coaching programme at Vidyamandir Classes, Delhi. Speaking about his preparation strategy, the JEE Advanced CRL 5 said that he studied for 10-12 hours and used to sleep for 8 hours every day. When asked if coaching is necessary, he said, 'Being in a coaching is necessary so that you are in a competitive environment, you are always up to date with the syllabus and you get teachers to guide you when you struggle.' 'Had I not been core science subjects, I would have taken philosophy or geography. These subjects, I feel, are more inclined towards science as compared to other subjects like history and polity,' he said. He is originally from Bihar but his family shifted to Delhi from his kindergarten years. His father runs a consultancy business, primarily in placement services. His mother is a homemaker, and he has a sister who is a researcher in the field of history Mridusmita Deka covers education and has worked with the Careers360 previously. She is an alumnus of Gauhati University and Dibrugarh University. ... Read More
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kesari Chapter 2 Worldwide Box Office: Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan starrer closes theatrical run at Rs 142 crore
Kesari Chapter 2, starring Akshay Kumar, R Madhavan, and Ananya Panday in the lead, has ended its run at the box office. Directed by Karan Singh Tyagi, the movie wrapped its box office journey on a decent note. Kesari Chapter 2 winds up global theatrical run at Rs 142 crore Backed by Karan Johar under Dharma Productions, Kesari Chapter 2 garnered positive reception among the audience, which helped it in recording an encouraging run at the box office. Released on April 18th, the movie is ending its global box office journey at a figure of Rs 142 crore gross. Of this, Rs 108.50 crore (Rs 90.25 crore net) came from the Indian markets while the international territories contributed about USD 3.9 million, which is Rs 33.50 crore gross as per Indian currency. The movie is wrapping its worldwide cume with an average verdict. Though the movie couldn't end the dearth of a Clean Hit movie for Akshay Kumar, it definitely turned out to be a relief, as his last few movies were box office duds. Kesari Chapter 2 remains behind its prequel's business The spiritual sequel to 2019 released Kesari is expected to be the talk of the town during its OTT release. The movie received a favourable response in the urban markets while the masses remained reluctant due to its heavy-on-content approach. When compared to its prequel, the Karan Singh Tyagi directorial remained far behind. For the unversed, Kesari (2019) had collected a solid Rs 151 crore net in India alone while its worldwide gross was Rs 200 crore. Nevertheless, the success of Kesari Chapter 2 brought positivity to the actor, who was going through a rough patch. Akshay Kumar will be next seen in Housefull 5, which is expected to bring big box office numbers and end the superstar's dearth of clean Hit movies. Area-wise box office break-up of Kesari Chapter 2 is as follows: Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Veer Hanuman: Lord Hanuman decides to confront and take down Shani
In the latest gripping episodes of Veer Hanuman, the young divine warrior faces one of his toughest challenges yet. After rescuing Neel, son of Agnidev, from danger in Kishkinda, Hanuman returns to a kingdom plagued by misfortune—Shani Dev's drishti has cast a dark shadow. A sacred granth has been stolen, and in a shocking twist, Hanuman's father Kesari is falsely accused of the theft. With demons attacking Kishkinda and Bali refusing to defend the kingdom, Hanuman takes matters into his own hands. Vowing not to return until he restores his father's honour and recovers the granth, Hanuman's journey takes a surprising turn when he discovers that the sage behind the chaos is none other than Shani Dev in disguise. What follows is a powerful confrontation—one that tests Hanuman's strength, resolve, and his deep-rooted sense of justice. As the battle lines are drawn, the stage is set for a divine clash. Speaking about the emotionally charged storyline, Arav Chowdharry, who plays Kesari, shared, 'In this sequence, Lord Hanuman goes to great lengths to protect Kesari's honour, and the audience will be eager to witness how a son stands up to clear his father's name. It beautifully highlights the deep bond and unconditional love between a father and son. Portraying young Lord Hanuman's father on-screen has been an incredibly fulfilling experience for me, and I feel truly blessed to be part of this journey. ' Featuring Aan Tiwari as the young Lord Hanuman, Arav Chowdharry as Kesari, Sayli Salunkhe as Anjani, and Mahir Pandhi in a dual portrayal of Bali and Sugreev, Veer Hanuman is a captivating watch for all. Veer Hanuman continues to blend mythology with emotion, making it a must-watch tale of courage, love, and divine purpose.
Mint
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Suniel Shetty comes out swinging over alleged ‘smear campaign' targeting son Ahan ahead of Border 2 release
In a candid and emotionally charged interview, Bollywood veteran Suniel Shetty has spoken out against what he describes as a 'deliberate and malicious' smear campaign targeting his son, actor Ahan Shetty. The younger Shetty, who is currently working on Border 2 - a sequel to the iconic 1997 war film in which Suniel played a defining role - is allegedly facing industry backlash for prioritising the patriotic project over other film offers. Speaking to Zoom Entertainment, Suniel Shetty warned that he would not stay silent if the negativity continues, and made it clear that he would expose the individuals responsible for sabotaging Ahan's career. 'If this continues, I will hold a press conference and expose each and every person's name. Jiski dhajjiyan udani hain, uda dunga. That child's obsession is Border,' he declared. According to Shetty, Ahan had several film offers on the table but chose Border 2 due to its emotional and national significance. Suniel revealed that he advised his son to treat the film as if it were his final role - so lasting and iconic is the legacy of the original Border, which continues to be revisited on national holidays like Independence Day and Republic Day. 'He missed out on a lot because of the ego of others. He was thrown out of those films, and he was blamed for it in the press. They said that he has a 10-person entourage; people paid lots of money to get negative articles written about him,' said Suniel. What particularly angers Shetty is the suggestion that Ahan maintains a large entourage - something he attributes to jealousy from those upset over the younger actor's decision to prioritise Border 2. Suniel suggested that the negativity was orchestrated to damage Ahan's image and pave the way for competing projects. Dismissing any claims of entitlement or nepotism, Suniel added, 'I still pay for my own food. I spend my own money to this day, not the producer's. And that's how Ahan has been raised. Do you think I don't have connections? Do you think I can't do the same thing?' Border 2 was announced on June 13, 2024. It was revealed that Sunny Deol will be returning in the sequel. The film will be helmed by Kesari director Anurag Singh, and will also feature Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, and Kapil Sharma, in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to release on Republic Day 2026.
