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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vijay Antony breaks silence on drug use in Kollywood amid Srikanth's arrest, says "It's not something which just appeared"
Music composer and actor Vijay Antony has said that drug use has been present in the Tamil film industry for many years. While the recent arrest of actor Srikanth in a drug case caused a lot of shocks, Vijay Antony spoke about the matter when he interacted with the Press and Media in Madurai during the promotion of his new film 'Maargan'. 'Maargan' press meet in Madurai Actor and music composer Vijay Antony is playing the lead role in his 12th film, 'Margan', and has composed the music for the film under his own production. Vijay Antony's sister's son Ajay Dishan plays the villain in the film. Actresses Brigitta and Samuthirakani, among others, have played important roles. The recently released trailer of 'Maargan' was well received by the fans. In this situation, the film's promotional work has intensified. Vijay Antony, actress Prithika, Ajay Dishan and the film crew participated in the event held at a private mall in the Chokkikulam area of Madurai. During the event, Vijay Antony shared his experiences with the film and sought support from his fans. The event was held in an atmosphere of great enthusiasm. Vijay Antony's statement on drugs in Kollywood Later, Vijay Antony, who met the reporters, spoke about the arrest of actor Srikanth in a drug case, "Drug use is not something that just appeared yesterday, it has been present in cinema for many days. Even here, someone might be addicted to it. The police are investigating now, and I have nothing more to say," he said. His comment led to a major debate in the film industry. Police investigation expands Following the arrest, Srikanth has been sent to judicial custody till July 7, while actor Krishna and two other Kollywood actresses are reportedly under the police scanner in the drug case.
The Advertiser
07-06-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Living legends of Hunter wine and tourism honoured at industry awards gala
Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards.
