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Hindustan Times
2 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Madhya Pradesh's ‘Munnabhai' scam: Solvers arrested for taking police exam, tampering Aadhar cards
The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) have arrested at least a dozen people after 'imposters' took exams for candidates during the 2023 MP Police Constable Recruitment Exam in a case that is being compared to the 2003 film 'Munnabhai MBBS', reported India Today. Multiple fake candidates, known as 'solvers,' appeared for the exam on behalf of the real applicants and were discovered right before they joined the services. Also Read: Navodaya Vidyalaya exams: 17 more nabbed for cheating using electronic devices The constable recruitment exam was held between August 12 and September 12, 2023, and as many as 7 lakh applicants appeared for 7,090 positions. The written test results were declared in March 2024, followed by final selections made in March 2025 after physical tests. At least a dozen people were arrested in connection with the case across three districts in Madhya Pradesh, including the real candidates and the 'solvers' they had employed, reported India Today. Also Read: Mumbai woman loses ₹20.25 crore in digital arrest scam linked to Aadhaar misuse threat Discrepancies were identified when several candidates arrived to assume their posts; however, their Aadhar card appeared to be fake, and their admit card photos were different from their appearance. The case bears similarities to the 2003 film 'Munnabhai MBBS' where the titular character employs a 'solver' to take his exams, allowing him entry into medical school. In the case of Ram Roop Gurjar from Morena, he was discovered after he arrived to assume his post at the SP office in Alirajpur, and mistakes were found in his Aadhar card as well as admit card. Also Read: Bluetooth-aided cheating uncovered in Jawahar Navodaya exam, 13 held in Prayagraj Officials carried out a fingerprint analysis, which confirmed their suspicions. Upon interrogation, he revealed that a solver named Amarendra Singh from Bihar had taken the exam for him for ₹1 lakh, reported India Today. Both Gurjar and Singh were arrested by the police. Investigators found that solvers would first identify candidates willing to pay for passing marks. After this, Aadhaar biometrics were manipulated through internal system access, swapping fingerprints and facial data. The solvers would then sit for the exams and physical tests. After the process, the candidates' original biometrics were restored to avoid detection during the joining phase.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Sadhna Broadcast case: Sebi bans Arshad Warsi, wife Maria Goretti from the securities market; actor fined Rs 5 lakh
Sadhna Broadcast case: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has barred actor Arshad Warsi, his wife Maria Goretti, and 57 others from being involved in securities markets for periods ranging from one to five years. The action comes following the actor and his wife's collaboration on videos posted on YouTube that prompted viewers to purchase shares of Sadhna Broadcast, the central agency said. Arshad Warsi banned from securities market, fined Rs 5 lakh Actor Arshad Warsi, best known for his work in films such as Munnabhai MBBS and Jolly LLB, has landed in trouble because of his role in the Sadhna Broadcast case. On May 29, Sebi imposed monetary penalties of Rs 5 lakh each on Warsi and his wife, Goretti. Moreover, they have been banned from the market for a year. Further, the regulatory body has imposed financial penalties ranging from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 5 crore on 57 other parties. This includes the promoters of Sadhna Broadcast, which is now known as Crystal Business System Ltd. Sebi further asked all 59 entities to return collective illegal profits of Rs 58.01 crore. An additional annual interest of 12 per cent will also be levied. This has to be paid jointly till the entire amount is sorted. As per Sebi's findings, Arshad Warsi earned profits of Rs 41.70 lakh, while Maria Goretti made Rs 50.35 lakh from their actions. About the Sadhna Broadcast case In its detailed report, Sebi noted that the scheme was carried out in two stages. In the first one, promoter-associated entities conducted trades internally in a bid to increase the scrip price and create fake market activity. The transactions had an impact on pricing largely due to limited market liquidity. This gave the concerned parties an opportunity to boost the share value while utilising negligible trading resources. After this, promotional content was broadcast on various YouTube channels. These videos projected SBL as a top-notch investment option and went hand-in-hand with the orchestrated market activities Arshad Warsi and Maria Goretti married in 1996. They have two children. Goretti was a noted VJ. She also made a guest appearance in Rajat Kapoor's Raghu Romeo. Arshad Warsi, meanwhile, is gearing up for the release of Jolly LLB 3 and Welcome to the Jungle.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Priya Bapat reveals the reason for saying 'yes' to 'Costao'
Picture Credit: X Actress Priya Bapat said that the biggest reason to say yes to "Costao" was getting the opportunity to work with acclaimed star Nawazuddin Siddqui. "Getting the opportunity to work with Nawaz sir was one of the biggest reasons I said yes to Costao," said Priya, who plays Mariya, a strong and emotionally layered character in the film. Priya said that she is a fan of Nawazuddin's work on screen. "I've been a fan of his work - his honesty on screen, the characters he chooses, and his complete commitment to the craft are deeply inspiring. To work so closely with him, to observe him up close, and to play his wife in the film was an incredible learning experience," said Priya. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Is Reported To Have Read Every... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The actress added that there's a sense of raw truth in the way he approaches scenes. There's no pretense, just honesty. It helped me elevate my own performance and stay rooted in every moment. I'm grateful to our director Sejal Ma'am and the entire team for this opportunity." Priya's performance as Mariya adds a powerful presence to the screen, grounding the narrative of Costao, a man whose ambitions and inner battles deeply impact his personal life. The film delves into themes of sacrifice, love, and the resilience of relationships challenged by time and adversity. Costao is streaming on ZEE5 . Talking about Priya, she is known for her roles in the movies Kaksparsh, Aamhi Doghi, and Happy Journey. She made her debut with Ambedkar movie in 2000. She is also remembered for her roles in Munnabhai MBBS and Lage Raho Munnabhai. She also appeared in the 2009 movie Me Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy where she played the role of Shashikala Bhosale. She has done many roles in movies such as Andhali Koshimbir, Vazandar, Time Please. She played the lead role in Mayanagari- City of dreams.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
I like characters who get lost in the crowd: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Like most actors, his aim is to disappear into his character. And unlike most movie stars, Nawazuddin Siddiqui would like to get lost in a crowd in real life too - the equivalent maybe of Harry Potter's invisibility cloak. "It's very difficult for me to make myself presentable and stand out. But I feel very good that I am sitting in a corner and no one is looking at me... rather, I'm observing others," Siddiqui told PTI in an interview "I feel the world is a 70mm film and I'm watching it," added the actor who became a star playing everyday people, be it in small roles such as in "Munnabhai MBBS" and "Peepli Live" or performances in acclaimed titles, including "The Lunchbox", "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" and "Maanjhi". Siddiqui's journey from Budhana in Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh to Delhi's National School of Drama and then to Mumbai from where he emerged as one of the Hindi film industry's most versatile stars after a long struggle is the stuff dreams are made of. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The aspiring actor went straight from watching C-grade films to world cinema. Growing up in Budhana, he said there were no literary or cultural influences but there was a 'kachcha theatre' that would mostly show C-grade movies. "I have grown up watching those movies and when I came to the city, I went to the National School of Drama and I was introduced to world cinema there so I missed a lot of Bollywood movies in between, which I saw later." The 50-year-old said he still considers each character a fresh challenge, the latest being his portrayal of former customs officer Costao Fernandes in a new film on ZEE5. In fact, if he had to have one of his characters as a travel companion, it would be that of a regular Mumbai tourist photographer from director Ritesh Batra 's "Photograph". "It's the kind of person who does not have a status and has nothing special about him. Even if he passes in front of you, you won't pay attention to him. I like such characters who get lost in the crowd," he said. Isn't it the antithesis of what actors want -- to stand out and be noticed? "I don't want it. My aim is to not stand out even in real life. There are a lot of my friends, my seniors, like Manoj Bhai (Bajpayee), who often says that 'if you make Nawaz stand in the crowd, you won't even know where he is, he merges with the crowd'. So, I have that, and I like it," he said. Siddiqui has often played characters on both sides of the moral and political divide -- "Manto" and " Thackeray ", the former a biopic on writer Saadat Hasan Manto , the latter on Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray; a serial killer in "Raman Raghav 2.0" and a cop in "Raees". He said he has carefully tried to stay away from an established image and, in fact, has trust issues with people who have the image of a person without any faults. "I don't want to be fixed in a certain kind of image. I have played many such characters where I have been criticised like 'Raman Raghav 2.0'. When I did 'Manto', certain people didn't like it and then there were some who didn't like 'Thackeray'. "I have stayed around people who are both good and bad. We all are greyish and the characters which are close to real people are more fun to do. I honestly fear people who have the image of being a good guy. If somebody had such an image, I fear they are hiding something." Siddiqui said there is nothing more beautiful for an artist than crisscrossing between roles and personas. "If I keep repeating myself, I will get bored. As an actor, you should be prepared for an exam every day. When I opt for a new film, there's a new role, it feels like there is a big exam that I have to pass. Thank god, my directors have options that they think they can cast Nawaz in different roles." He has been a part of many biopics but playing a real-life person is still challenging, he said. The actor said he agreed to be part of "Costao" because it does not present the customs officer, who fought against gold smuggling in Goa, like a hero and without faults. He also identified with Costao's obsessive dedication to his job. "It's challenging because you have to look like them and yet you shouldn't copy them. I have mostly done roles of unsung heroes of our country. I stayed around Costao and observed him before the film. When his friends saw the movie, they said there is no difference between Costao and me. What could be a bigger compliment than this?" Siddiqui's other biopic is in Ketan Mehta's 2015 film "Manjhi: The Mountain Man" where he plays Dashrath Manjhi, the man who single-handedly carved a road in a mountain. For many, he embodies success in Bollywood. But he said he finds the term strange. "If someone gets a Lambretta scooter, then he might think it's a success. My profession is always about discovering, inventing yourself and that's a process. If I execute a scene properly, that's success for me on that day. I don't even know what success is. That, for every person, is very individual. Maybe success means getting to do the kind of roles he always desired? "I don't think I have been able to do what I want because your demands increase after every experience..." Siddiqui said it is not always easy to understand the vision of his directors and successfully execute it on the screen. His directors, be it frequent collaborator Anurag Kashyap or Honey Trehan, keep throwing challenges at him. "Whichever director I work with, he wants to work with me again. That is because I am a very obedient actor, and secondly my focus is always to understand whatever is on their mind and execute it." "Costao" releases on May 1. After that, Siddiqui has a busy schedule with "Raat Akeli Hai 2", "Section 108", "Faraar" and "Thama", which is part of Dinesh Vijan's "Stree" horror-comedy universe. After "McMafia" and "Sacred Games", the actor is returning to long format storytelling with the Indian adaptation of popular American show "House".
Hindustan Times
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
I like characters who get lost in the crowd: Nawazuddin Siddiqui
New Delhi, Like most actors, his aim is to disappear into his character. And unlike most movie stars, Nawazuddin Siddiqui would like to get lost in a crowd in real life too – the equivalent maybe of Harry Potter's invisibility cloak. "It's very difficult for me to make myself presentable and stand out. But I feel very good that I am sitting in a corner and no one is looking at me... rather, I'm observing others,' Siddiqui told PTI in an interview "I feel the world is a 70mm film and I'm watching it," added the actor who became a star playing everyday people, be it in small roles such as in "Munnabhai MBBS" and "Peepli Live" or performances in acclaimed titles, including "The Lunchbox", "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" and "Maanjhi". Siddiqui's journey from Budhana in Muzaffarnagar in Uttar Pradesh to Delhi's National School of Drama and then to Mumbai from where he emerged as one of the Hindi film industry's most versatile stars after a long struggle is the stuff dreams are made of. The aspiring actor went straight from watching C-grade films to world cinema. Growing up in Budhana, he said there were no literary or cultural influences but there was a 'kachcha theatre' that would mostly show C-grade movies. "I have grown up watching those movies and when I came to the city, I went to the National School of Drama and I was introduced to world cinema there so I missed a lot of Bollywood movies in between, which I saw later." The 50-year-old said he still considers each character a fresh challenge, the latest being his portrayal of former customs officer Costao Fernandes in a new film on ZEE5. In fact, if he had to have one of his characters as a travel companion, it would be that of a regular Mumbai tourist photographer from director Ritesh Batra's "Photograph". "It's the kind of person who does not have a status and has nothing special about him. Even if he passes in front of you, you won't pay attention to him. I like such characters who get lost in the crowd," he said. Isn't it the antithesis of what actors want to stand out and be noticed? "I don't want it. My aim is to not stand out even in real life. There are a lot of my friends, my seniors, like Manoj Bhai , who often says that 'if you make Nawaz stand in the crowd, you won't even know where he is, he merges with the crowd'. So, I have that, and I like it," he said. Siddiqui has often played characters on both sides of the moral and political divide "Manto" and "Thackeray", the former a biopic on writer Saadat Hasan Manto, the latter on Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray; a serial killer in 'Raman Raghav 2.0' and a cop in "Raees". He said he has carefully tried to stay away from an established image and, in fact, has trust issues with people who have the image of a person without any faults. "I don't want to be fixed in a certain kind of image. I have played many such characters where I have been criticised like 'Raman Raghav 2.0'. When I did 'Manto', certain people didn't like it and then there were some who didn't like 'Thackeray'. 'I have stayed around people who are both good and bad. We all are greyish and the characters which are close to real people are more fun to do. I honestly fear people who have the image of being a good guy. If somebody had such an image, I fear they are hiding something." Siddiqui said there is nothing more beautiful for an artist than crisscrossing between roles and personas. "If I keep repeating myself, I will get bored. As an actor, you should be prepared for an exam every day. When I opt for a new film, there's a new role, it feels like there is a big exam that I have to pass. Thank god, my directors have options that they think they can cast Nawaz in different roles." He has been a part of many biopics but playing a real-life person is still challenging, he said. The actor said he agreed to be part of "Costao" because it does not present the customs officer, who fought against gold smuggling in Goa, like a hero and without faults. He also identified with Costao's obsessive dedication to his job. "It's challenging because you have to look like them and yet you shouldn't copy them. I have mostly done roles of unsung heroes of our country. I stayed around Costao and observed him before the film. When his friends saw the movie, they said there is no difference between Costao and me. What could be a bigger compliment than this?" Siddiqui's other biopic is in Ketan Mehta's 2015 film "Manjhi: The Mountain Man" where he plays Dashrath Manjhi, the man who single-handedly carved a road in a mountain. For many, he embodies success in Bollywood. But he said he finds the term strange. "If someone gets a Lambretta scooter, then he might think it's a success. My profession is always about discovering, inventing yourself and that's a process. If I execute a scene properly, that's success for me on that day. I don't even know what success is. That, for every person, is very individual. Maybe success means getting to do the kind of roles he always desired? "I don't think I have been able to do what I want because your demands increase after every experience..." Siddiqui said it is not always easy to understand the vision of his directors and successfully execute it on the screen. His directors, be it frequent collaborator Anurag Kashyap or Honey Trehan, keep throwing challenges at him. "Whichever director I work with, he wants to work with me again. That is because I am a very obedient actor, and secondly my focus is always to understand whatever is on their mind and execute it." "Costao" releases on May 1. After that, Siddiqui has a busy schedule with "Raat Akeli Hai 2", "Section 108", "Faraar" and "Thama", which is part of Dinesh Vijan's "Stree" horror-comedy universe. After "McMafia" and "Sacred Games", the actor is returning to long format storytelling with the Indian adaptation of popular American show "House".
