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India.com
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor who gave 34 films in a year, 25 blockbusters, released a film every 15 days, beats Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Dharmendra, he is…
Many superstars in Bollywood work in a great way. As soon as they make and release their films one after the other, their films become a hit at the box office. The effect of the fan following of Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan is also seen on their films, but today we will talk about a superstar who did 34 films in a year, out of which 25 were blockbusters. This superstar's film was released every 15 days. There are many famous actors in the film world, but there are some who have achieved a special position with their hard work and talent. However, this superstar has been completely different from others. Mohanlal appears in many films every year and is known for giving consecutive blockbuster hits. The special thing is that his films have often competed with the films of Bollywood's biggest star, Salman Khan. Salman Khan's films are often no less than a festival for his fans. However, his film 'Sikander' released this year, did not live up to expectations. In contrast, South superstar Mohanlal's film 'L2: Empuraan', released at the same time, received a lot of praise from the audience and critics. Mohanlal's popularity is nothing new. He has worked in about 400 films in his illustrious career spanning four decades. There was a time when his films used to be released in theatres every 15 days. The most special thing is that in 1986, Mohanlal made a record which no one has been able to break to date. That year, he did 34 films, out of which 25 proved to be superhits. This achievement is still considered a benchmark. Mohanlal is not only a successful actor but also a producer, director, distributor, playback singer and businessman. He has been honored with prestigious awards like Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan by the Government of India. Even today Mohanlal is active in the film industry and will soon be back on the big screen with his upcoming films. His dedication and talent is an inspiration for today's artists.
News18
18 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Who Is Jonas Masetti? Brazilian Going Viral After Being Awarded Padma Shri
Last Updated: Jonas Masetti said the honour of receiving India's fourth-highest civilian award came as a surprise. Brazilian spiritual teacher Jonas Masetti has been conferred the prestigious Padma Shri award for his contribution to spreading Vedic knowledge and Vedanta philosophy across the globe. Masetti, once a mechanical engineer working with top firms in Brazil's stock market, said the honour of receiving India's fourth-highest civilian award came as a surprise. 'I was not expecting this. It's a great honour… not just for me, but for our family striving for this tradition," he told news agency ANI. He is now going viral. Bare feet, Rudraksha Maala & cotton dhoti – meet Jonas Mazetty a Mechanical Engineer from Brazil He is so influenced by Indian spirituality that he is spreading the knowledge of Vedanta and Bhagavad Gita in the world He was Awarded Padma Shri — Sameer (@BesuraTaansane) May 28, 2025 President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan on Tuesday, honouring individuals across diverse fields. Who is Jonas Masetti? Jonas Masetti, also known as Acharya Vishwanath, was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He began his career as a mechanical engineer working with top firms in the stock market. Despite having what he described as everything a Western lifestyle offers, money, friends, and social success, he felt deeply unfulfilled and began questioning the true meaning of life. This inner quest led him to India, where he found answers at an ashram in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Under the guidance of spiritual master Swami Dayananda Saraswati, Masetti immersed himself in Vedanta philosophy. He later earned the title of Acharya and changed his name to Vishwanath. On returning to Brazil, he founded Vishva Vidya Gurukulam in the hills of Petropolis, near Rio de Janeiro. The institute offers free online courses, combining traditional Vedic wisdom with modern tools. Within seven years, he has reached over 1.5 lakh students globally. In 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged him in a Mann Ki Baat address, calling him a cultural ambassador of India. Masetti has also published several books on Yoga and Vedanta in both Portuguese and English. First Published:
Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Who is Jonas Masetti, Brazilian Vedic teacher walked barefoot to receive Padma Shri
A Brazilian acharya, Jonas Masetti, who founded the Vishva Vidya Gurukulam in the country, was conferred the Padma Shri award by President Droupadi Murmu. The Vedic guru accepted the honour, wearing a white dhoti, tilak, and barefoot. "I was not expecting this. It's a great honour... Many people in Brazil are studying Vedanta, and this is an honour not just for me but also for our family, who are striving for this tradition," he told the news agency ANI. The guru, also known as Acharya Vishvanath, met the Prime Minister in Brazil last year after he attended the G20 Summit and witnessed his group present glimpses of the Ramayan in Sanskrit. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Masetti said that he worked as a mechanical engineer with top companies in Brazil but left"empty" and sought to understand the 'meaning of life', he told ANI. His search led him to learn about Vedic culture, and he travelled to Swami Dayananda's ashram in Tamil Nadu. After spending time there, he said he decided to return home and spread the message of the Vedas in Brazil. "There are so many teachers in India that a Westerner doesn't need to come here and teach their own culture. I see a lot of youngsters losing the opportunity to value their culture and being so enchanted by the Western way of thinking", he said. Now, he runs an institute called 'Vishwavidya' in Brazil where he uses technology to propagate his message through regular online programmes. PM Modi had earlier revealed that, through his 'Free Open Course,' Masetti taught Vedic values to more than 1.5 lakh students in seven years. President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhawan, with PM Modi and other dignitaries in attendance. Justice (Retd.) J.S. Khehar received the Padma Vibhushan for Public Affairs. Posthumous Padma Vibhushan awards went to folk singer Sharda Sinha and dancer Kumudini Lakhia. Padma Bhushan recipients included Dr. Shobana Chandrakumar (folk dance), Sadhvi Ritambhara (social work), and economist Bibek Debroy (Literature & Education), whose family members accepted on their behalf.
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
NTR's birth anniversary celebrated at Anantapur collectorate
Anantapur: Asper the directives of the State Government, the birth anniversary celebrations of the former Chief Minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh and Padma Shri awardee, the late Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao, were held on Wednesday at the Revenue Bhavan in the Anantapur Collectorate. District Collector Dr Vinod Kumar V participated in the event, along with Joint Collector Shiv Narayan Sharma, DRO A Malola, District Tourism Officer Jayakumar Babu, and various district-level officials from multiple departments. Several public representatives also took part in paying tributes to the iconic leader.
Hans India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
NTR remembered as visionary leader on birth anniversary
Kurnool: A grand celebration marked the birth anniversary of legendary actor and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on Wednesday at the Sunayana Auditorium, Kurnool Collectorate. District Collector P. Ranjith Basha led the tributes, hailing NTR as a visionary who championed welfare governance through groundbreaking reforms. Born on May 28, 1923, in Nimmakuru village, NTR rose from humble beginnings to become a towering figure in Telugu cinema and politics. Collector Basha, recalling a visit to Nimmakuru during his tenure as RDO, noted that NTR's journey—from student to celebrated actor to political icon—continues to inspire generations. 'NTR exemplified how talent and determination unlock great opportunities,' said Basha, highlighting the actor-politician's meteoric rise in politics. Within just nine months of launching the Telugu Desam Party, NTR became Chief Minister—a rare achievement in Indian history. His impactful welfare schemes, including the iconic Rs. 2 per kg rice program, transformed food security and influenced similar initiatives across India. NTR served nearly seven years as Chief Minister and was honoured with the Padma Shri and multiple Filmfare awards. Celebrated for his mythological and patriotic film roles, NTR's portrayals in Sardar Paparayudu and Bobbili Puli stirred national pride. His depictions of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna left audiences in awe, said the Collector. Joint Collector Dr. B. Navya praised the government's decision to declare NTR's birth anniversary a state festival. Cultural performances and nostalgic songs by local artist Maddaiah added colour to the tribute. Floral tributes were paid to NTR's statue, with dignitaries and NGO representatives attending the event.
