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The Hindu
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Artisera's Myth, Memory, Meaning takes viewers beyond the canvas
Myth, Memory, Meaning showcases the works of four contemporary women artists — Ashu Gupta, Rakhee Shenoy, Smruthi Gargi Eswar, and Sukanya Garg. Much like the artists themselves, each of the works on display encapsulates a different style of creative expression. The media employed by these artists include the use of thread, gold leaf and paper as well as acrylic to design works that bid viewers to look deeper into each piece. While it may seem unusual, Delhi-based artist Sukanya Garg says the inspiration for her work with gold leaf, stemmed from herself. 'I've had an auto immune condition for quite a while now and once when I was sick, I started drawing cells. I suppose it was a subconscious action — I would draw a circle with a dot much like a symbolic cell. Initially, the act of repetition was a distraction and calmed me; later, I began to create other works building on this style.' This was almost a decade ago and over the years of exploring alternative practices to ease her condition, Sukanya came across Kambo, a folk healing method practised by a few communities in the Amazon that include cauterisation to specific points of the body in an attempt to purge it of toxins. Her present work on display at Artisera are reminiscent of this method — crafted on paper and using gold pens and gold leaf, a medium she began using around three years ago. The exhibition show cases around 19 pieces by Sukanya, a former economist with no exposure to the art field prior to her illness. Bengaluru-based Smriti Gargi Eswar is well known for her series titled Sister Misfortune on goddesses, and though the works on display at Myth, Memory, Meaning also revolve around mythology, the artist says they are a part of her new series The Centre is Everywhere. 'These are based on the concept of how geometrical shapes essentially converge to a centre,' says Smriti. 'In Cosmology, there is no centre to the universe — everything is central to itself. Similarly in mythology, there is no central God but many heroes, many points of reference. It is not monotheistic, and I wanted to bring to light hidden mythologies from the Indian epics.' Though she has worked with various media in the past, especially graphic art, Smriti has used acrylic on canvas to juxtapose fabled creatures and places exist with geometric shapes and lines. Myth, Memory, Meaning will be on view at Artisera till August 16. Entry free on all days; on Sundays by appointment.
Express Tribune
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Former Hololive star Gawr Gura returns to the Vtubing stage as Saba
On June 29, 2025, the virtual world saw the return of one of its most beloved creators. VTuber Saba, also known as Sameko Saba, debuted her new identity with a livestream titled [VTUBER DEBUT】yoho! i'm saba!, which attracted a record-breaking peak viewership of 198,000 fans. The debut marks a significant moment in the VTuber community, positioning Saba as one of the biggest debuts in VTuber history. Saba is the new persona of Gawr Gura, previously a prominent member of Hololive English's -Myth- collective. Gura had gained massive popularity as a virtual content creator under Hololive for over four years, becoming the most subscribed VTuber on YouTube and one of the leading figures in the VTuber scene. However, after an emotional announcement on April 16, 2025, Gura revealed her graduation from the agency, citing disagreements with management and a shift in company direction. In her debut livestream, Saba introduced herself with enthusiasm, saying, "My name is Saba. It's nice to meet you. I've never met you before. Wow! So many of your guesses were so close! I have a fish tail. I'm a fish! Trust me, I'm a fish. Don't ask any further questions." Fans were treated to insights into Saba's future plans, which include rhythm games, karaoke, and a desire to experiment with original music. "I want to release original music, but I want to take it slow and experiment with different genres," she said. As Saba embarks on her independent journey, her return to content creation is met with overwhelming support from her loyal fanbase.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Myth announces exit from Creator Clash 3 amid ongoing drama in the event
(Image via X/@Awk20000) Twitch star Myth just shocked fans by announcing his exit from Creator Clash 3, the influencer-boxing event that's been drowning in controversy. With multiple creators backing out and the original organizers stepping down, the charity-centered fight night is going through a full-on identity crisis. So why did Myth call it quits? Let's break it down. Myth Confirms Exit on Stream Myth, whose real name is Ali Kabbani, confirmed his withdrawal during a live stream earlier this month. When a fan casually asked about his training, Myth didn't hold back. 'I will no longer be participating in Creator Clash,' he announced, abruptly ending speculation and dropping the news without much ceremony. Myth was initially set to face Kevin Lerdwichagul, also known as Kevin from The Warp Zone, in what would have been his second Creator Clash fight. He previously fought and won against Hundar in Creator Clash 2 via TKO, making his absence this year even more surprising to fans. Another One Bows Out Myth isn't the only big name walking away. Other well-known creators like Harley Morenstein and LA Beast have also stepped away from Creator Clash 3. But the biggest shock came when iDubbbz, the original face of the event, and his partner Anisa Jomha exited completely, relinquishing all management and operational roles. This massive creator exodus has left fans questioning what's really going on behind the scenes. Creator Clash's Rocky Road It's been a wild ride for the Creator Clash series. While the first event was a massive success, raising over $1.3 million for charities like the American Heart Association, things took a nosedive with Creator Clash 2. Piracy concerns and financial setbacks dented the reputation and stability of the brand. With so many creators jumping ship and new management at the helm, it's unclear what direction the third installment will take, or who will even show up. The buzz around Creator Clash 3 only intensified when iDubbbz released a controversial 'content cop' video in March 2025, targeting Ethan Klein, igniting public drama with H3H3 Productions. New Date, New Management… New Problems? Originally scheduled for June 28, the same day Jake Paul was set to fight Chavez Jr., Creator Clash 3 has now been pushed to October 25 at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. With iDubbbz and Anisa out of the picture, new management is attempting to restructure the event, promising updates on fighter lineups and format in the coming months. Still, the wave of dropouts and silence from many involved has cast doubt on whether the event can recover its original momentum or rebuild the community support it once enjoyed. What's Next for Creator Clash 3? While the event is still officially moving forward, the lineup is clearly in flux. Organizers promise to reveal more about the new fight card in the coming months, but fan expectations are tempered. With major names like Myth and iDubbbz out, and controversies stacking up, Creator Clash 3 faces an uphill battle not just in the ring, but in regaining fan trust. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
India.com
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actress who was known for her bold attitude, had a failed marriage, faced casting couch, heroes asked her to…, she is now…
Meet actress who was known for her bold attitude, had a failed marriage, faced casting couch, heroes asked her to…, she is now… In the glitzy and glamorous industry of showbiz, where people are obsessed with vanity, people do judge the book by its cover. Superficial appearance, boldness often grab the eyeballs of the audience and raise some celebrities to fame. One such star grabbed headlines not just for her films but also for her bold on-screen performance. Hailed as one of the hottest actresses of Bollywood, she has an unapologetic attitude and outspoken nature, which sometimes also landed her in many controversies. The person we are talking about is none other than Mallika Sherawat. She made her debut in the film industry with the film Jeena Sirf Merre Liye in the year 2002. However, the movie that rose her to fame was the film Khwahish and Murder . Soon her fearless performance made her a fan favourite, and she became a household name. Coming from a small village of Moth in Hisar, Mallika was born as Reema Lamba. Belonging to a conservative family, who weren't happy with Sherwat decision of coming to Bollywood, she proved them wrong them wrong and came a long way in her career as she even made her mark globally when she appeared alongside Jackie Chan in the film Myth (2005) and then in the Hollywood film Hiss in the year 2010. Besides getting the much needed attention in Bollywood, Maliaka's life hasn't been smooth sailing. In an interview, she openly revealed about facing harassment, casting couch, and being typecast. 'There were so many accusations and judgments on me. If you wear short skirts, kiss on screen, then you're a fallen woman with no morals. Men tend to take liberties with you. This happened with me too,' she shared, opening up about how male co-stars would try to take her liberty, misbehave with her, 'Why can't you be intimate with me? You can do it on screen, what's the problem in doing that with me in private?.' When she refused to give in to their demands, she was sidelined from the industry. Despite facing such challenges, Mallika hasn't shied away from holding her ground and speaking her truth. Being away from the limelight for years, she tried to make her comeback with Raaj Shaandilyaa's Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, alongside Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri, which was released on October 11, 2024. Speaking of her personal life, Sherawat married in 1997 in a hush-hush to a Delhi-based pilot, Karan Sing. She kept her marriage a secret to not hamper her Bollywood career. However, the wedding only lasted for a year. The Murder actress now lives a luxurious life in LA. Her tale speaks about courage, boldness, and determination and also shows that for setback, there is a bigger and larger comeback.
India Gazette
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"India's political leadership failed to secure lasting strategic gains": Assam CM on 1971 military victory
Guhawati (Assam) [India] May 11 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday expressed concerns about India's handling of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War, questioning whether the country's political leadership fully capitalised on the strategic opportunities presented by the military victory. While the war resulted in the creation of Bangladesh, Sarma argued that India failed to secure lasting gains in several key areas. In his X post, he said, 'The Myth of Bangladesh's Creation: A Strategic Triumph, A Diplomatic Folly. India's 1971 military victory was decisive and historic. It broke Pakistan in two and gave birth to Bangladesh. But while our soldiers delivered a stunning battlefield success, India's political leadership failed to secure lasting strategic creation of Bangladesh is often hailed as a diplomatic triumph -- but history tells a different story.' Sarma noted that while India supported a secular Bangladesh, the country has since become increasingly Islamised, with Islam being declared the state religion in 1988. This shift has undermined the values India fought to protect. 'Secular Promise, Islamic Reality: India supported a secular Bangladesh. Yet by 1988, Islam was declared the state religion. Today, political Islam thrives in Dhaka, undermining the very values India fought to protect,' Sarma posted on X. He highlighted significant decline in the Hindu population in Bangladesh, from 20% to under 8%, attributed to systematic discrimination and violence. 'Persecution of Hindus. Hindus, once 20% of Bangladesh's population, have dwindled to under 8%. Systematic discrimination and violence continue -- a shameful reality that India has largely ignored,' the Assam CM said. Sarma criticized the then Indian leadership for largely ignoring the vulnerability of the Siliguri Corridor, migrant crisis, no access to Chittagong Port and insurgents finding refuge. Despite military dominance, India failed to secure a land corridor through northern Bangladesh, leaving the Siliguri Corridor (Chicken's Neck) exposed and hindering the integration of the Northeast. 'The Chicken's Neck Left Exposed Despite military dominance, India failed to resolve the vulnerability of the Siliguri Corridor. A secure land corridor through northern Bangladesh could have integrated the Northeast -- but no such arrangement was ever pursued,' he said on X. The lack of an agreement mandating the return of illegal Bangladeshi migrants has led to unchecked demographic changes in Assam, Bengal, and the Northeast, sparking social unrest and political instability. 'Migrant Crisis Ignored. No agreement mandated the return of illegal Bangladeshi migrants. As a result, Assam, Bengal, and the Northeast face unchecked demographic change, sparking social unrest and political instability,' added Sarma. India did not secure access to the strategic Chittagong Port, leaving the Northeast landlocked and limiting its economic potential. Moreover, Bangladesh served as a base for anti-India insurgents, exploiting the vacuum India failed to close in 1971. 'No Access to Chittagong Port India did not secure access to the strategic Chittagong Port. Five decades later, the Northeast remains landlocked, despite having birthed a nation through blood and sacrifice. Insurgents Found Refuge For decades, Bangladesh served as a base for anti-India insurgents. Groups exploited the vacuum India failed to close in 1971,' said the Assam CM. Sarma concluded that India's military triumph in 1971 was not matched by strategic foresight, resulting in a lost opportunity to shape a new regional order. He suggested that the creation of Bangladesh was not fully leveraged to India's advantage, with the country's political leadership failing to secure lasting gains in key areas. He added that had former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi been alive today, the nation would have questioned her for mishandling the victory won by the armed forces. 'Conclusion: A Victory Undone by Silence India's military triumph in 1971 was not matched by strategic foresight. What could have been a new regional order was reduced to a one-sided act of generosity. Had Mrs. Indira Gandhi been alive today, the nation would have questioned her for mishandling the decisive victory won by our armed forces. The creation of Bangladesh was not a bargain -- it was a historic opportunity lost,' he said. (ANI)
