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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Adarsh Iyengar's harmonious journey: From music to cinema with Timmana Mottegalu
Adarsh Iyengar, a multifaceted artist hailing from Shivamogga, Karnataka, has seamlessly transitioned from being an acclaimed independent musician to a visionary film producer. His debut production, Timmana Mottegalu , not only marks a significant milestone in his career but also underscores his commitment to storytelling that bridges the realms of nature, spirituality, and humanity. A Musical Prelude to Cinematic Ventures Iyengar's musical journey is adorned with soulful compositions and evocative lyrics that resonate with a diverse audience. His independent music videos, such as Belake , Padave , Jaya He , Quit , and Hope , have garnered widespread acclaim, reflecting his deep-rooted passion for music and storytelling with social relevance. He has released seven back-to-back singles, each exploring unique emotional and thematic landscapes. Renowned for his singing versatility, Adarsh seamlessly adapts his voice across a spectrum of genres — ranging from classical-rooted melodies to contemporary fusion — bringing a fresh sonic identity to every track. His artistic endeavours have been recognised with accolades like the 2021 "Proud Indian" Award, celebrating his contributions to India's musical landscape. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Embarking on a Cinematic Odyssey with Timmana Mottegalu Venturing into film production, Iyengar collaborated with director Rakshit Thirthahalli to bring Timmana Mottegalu to life under the banner of SriKrishna Productions. The film is an adaptation of a short story from Thirthahalli's acclaimed collection, Kaadina Nentaru , and delves into the intricate relationship between humans, nature, and their spiritual beliefs. Set against the verdant backdrop of the Western Ghats, the narrative follows Timma, a local resident whose quest for a better life leads him to a profound encounter with a king cobra's eggs, symbolising the delicate balance between ambition and reverence for nature. Shot in the serene locales of Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru, the film captures the essence of Malnad's landscapes and its inhabitants' harmonious coexistence with nature. The ensemble cast features notable actors such as Keshav Guttalike, Suchendra Prasad, and Ashika Somashekar, bringing depth and authenticity to the story. The film also stars Pruthviraj Koopa, senior actor Sringeri Ramanna, Pragathi Prabhu, Master Harsha, Pranesh Kulegadde, and Vinay Kanive in pivotal roles. Raghu Ramanakoppa, of Kirik Party fame, also joins the cast, further enriching the film's character tapestry. The film's music and background score, composed by Hemanth Jois, add emotional gravitas and enhance the narrative's spiritual and environmental themes. Accolades and Global Recognition Timmana Mottegalu has been lauded on both national and international platforms. The film received a Special Jury Mention at the 14th Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival held in Delhi, acknowledging its poignant narrative and cinematic excellence. Furthermore, it was officially selected for screening at the 30th Kolkata International Film Festival, a testament to its compelling storytelling and thematic relevance. The film's premiere in Dallas, USA, was met with enthusiastic reception, highlighting its universal appeal and the global resonance of its themes. Looking Ahead: Theatrical Release and Beyond Building on its festival success, Timmana Mottegalu is slated for a theatrical release on 27 June 2025. The announcement was accompanied by the release of the lyrical video for Kaadu Daari , sung by Vasuki Vaibhav, further amplifying anticipation for the film. Adarsh Iyengar's foray into film production with Timmana Mottegalu exemplifies his dedication to crafting narratives that are both culturally rooted and universally resonant. As audiences await the film's release, Iyengar's journey stands as an inspiring testament to the transformative power of art in bridging diverse mediums and storytelling traditions. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Epoch Times
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Falun Gong Booth in New York Attacked After Receiving Terror and Bomb Threats
NEW YORK—A man attacked and damaged one of the Falun Gong booths in New York on April 29, after members of the spiritual community reported receiving near-daily threats of bomb and terror attacks for over a week. 'The CCP's acts of terror threaten the lives and property of the American people, threaten the security and stability of American communities, and undermine America's foundation of religious freedom. We call on the United States to take this seriously and designate the CCP as a terrorist organization and a terrorist party,' the Global Service Center for Quitting the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) stated in response to the attack and recent threats. The New York-based center is an nonprofit organization formed in the wake of the global 'Quit the CCP' (' The series of threats began ahead of an anniversary of a key date related to the Chinese communist regime's religious persecution of Falun Gong, and a day after thousands of Falun Gong practitioners held a parade and rally in Flushing, calling for an end to the CCP's persecution and standing in support of more than 440 million Chinese people who have quit the CCP. Threats Surrounding the April 25 Anniversary On April 20, the service center received a message threatening a mass shooting of anyone wearing clothes with 'Falun Gong' on April 25 in Flushing. The date marks Falun Gong practitioners' peaceful appeal for their The Chinese communist regime launched a violent persecution of Falun Gong practitioners on July 20, 1999, under which practitioners have been victims of human trafficking and live Related Stories 5/7/2025 4/22/2025 Since then, Falun Gong practitioners From April 20 to April 28, the center received six messages threatening bomb attacks, shootings, car accidents, rapes, abduction of children, and other acts of terror, largely targeting Falun Gong practitioners and supporters. On April 20, multiple Queens Public Library branches An official with the New York City Police Department's 109th Precinct confirmed that the emails the center and libraries received are similar, and that the IP addresses of the emails are in China. Cybersecurity experts who recently Eyewitness Account In Flushing, Falun Gong practitioners and volunteers with the Global Service Center for Quitting often have a booth set up near the Main Street subway station, with materials about how to quit the CCP, as well as information about Falun Gong. Chen Yikui, a Falun Gong practitioner, was nearby and passing out pamphlets the morning of April 29 when Chen saw a Chinese man dressed in green walk over and begin kicking the booth, almost knocking it over. ' I felt that with his strength and speed, if I hadn't gone over to stop him, he would have kicked it apart,' Chen told The Epoch Times. Chen said the man also yelled at a practitioner to hit him, as if trying to incite a fight. A video taken of the incident and viewed by The Epoch Times mirrors Chen's account. Chen said that the man had also taken a call during that time and that he wondered whether he was being directed to attack the booth. When Chen asked the man why he was kicking the booth, the man, who identified himself as Fan Yang, said he didn't like them, and that no one had sent him. Chen said that Fan accused the practitioners of illegally setting up the booth, and Chen replied that they are exercising their First Amendment rights, and the police who routinely patrol by the booth greet them normally. Some of the Falun Gong practitioners who distribute pamphlets in Flushing have experienced firsthand the CCP's persecution in China, such as detention and torture, and find the harassment and recent threats characteristic of the regime. Chen said that if the threats had really been carried out, the CCP would seal its fate as a 'terrorist organization.' The service center has reported the incident to the local police and the FBI.
Epoch Times
08-05-2025
- Epoch Times
‘Quitting the CCP' Booth in New York Attacked After Receiving Terror and Bomb Threats
A man attacked and damaged one of the information booths of the Global Service Center for Quitting the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in New York on April 29, after the center had received near-daily threats of bomb and terror attacks for over a week. 'The CCP's acts of terror threaten the lives and property of the American people, threaten the security and stability of American communities, and undermine America's foundation of religious freedom. We call on the United States to take this seriously and designate the CCP as a terrorist organization and a terrorist party,' the center stated in response to the attack and recent threats. The Global Service Center for Quitting the CCP is an nonprofit organization based in the United States that was formed in the wake of the global 'Quit the CCP' (' The series of threats began ahead of an anniversary of a key date related to the Chinese communist regime's religious persecution of Falun Gong, and a day after thousands of Falun Gong practitioners held a parade and rally in Flushing, calling for an end to the CCP's persecution and standing in support of more than 440 million Chinese people who have quit the CCP. Threats Surrounding the April 25 Anniversary On April 20, the service center received a message threatening a mass shooting of anyone wearing clothes with 'Falun Gong' on April 25 in Flushing. The date marks Falun Gong practitioners' peaceful appeal for their The Chinese communist regime launched a violent persecution of Falun Gong practitioners on July 20, 1999, under which practitioners have been victims of human trafficking and live Related Stories 4/29/2025 4/26/2025 Since then, Falun Gong practitioners From April 20 to April 28, the center received six messages threatening bomb attacks, shootings, car accidents, rapes, abduction of children, and other acts of terror, largely targeting Falun Gong practitioners and supporters. On April 20, multiple Queens Public Library branches An official with the New York City Police Department's 109th Precinct confirmed that the emails the center and libraries received are similar, and that the IP addresses of the emails are in China. Cybersecurity experts who recently Eyewitness Account In Flushing, Falun Gong practitioners and volunteers with the Global Service Center for Quitting often have a booth set up near the Main Street subway station, with materials about how to quit the CCP, as well as information about Falun Gong. Chen Yikui, a Falun Gong practitioner, was nearby and passing out pamphlets the morning of April 29 when Chen saw a Chinese man dressed in green walk over and begin kicking the booth, almost knocking it over. ' I felt that with his strength and speed, if I hadn't gone over to stop him, he would have kicked it apart,' Chen told The Epoch Times. Chen said the man also yelled at a practitioner to hit him, as if trying to incite a fight. A video taken of the incident and viewed by The Epoch Times mirrors Chen's account. Chen said that the man had also taken a call during that time and that he wondered whether he was being directed to attack the booth. When Chen asked the man why he was kicking the booth, the man, who identified himself as Fan Yang, said he didn't like them, and that no one had sent him. Chen said that Fan accused the practitioners of illegally setting up the booth, and Chen replied that they are exercising their First Amendment rights, and the police who routinely patrol by the booth greet them normally. Some of the Falun Gong practitioners who distribute pamphlets in Flushing have experienced firsthand the CCP's persecution in China, such as detention and torture, and find the harassment and recent threats characteristic of the regime. Chen said that if the threats had really been carried out, the CCP would seal its fate as a 'terrorist organization.' The service center has reported the incident to the local police and the FBI.
Campaign ME
05-02-2025
- Business
- Campaign ME
Budget Saudi Arabia ‘social vs real' campaign moves people from ‘screens to scenes'
Creative agency FP7McCann Riyadh has joined hands with Budget Rent a Car in Saudi Arabia to launch its Social vs Real campaign, which brings Budget Saudi Arabia's 'quit screens to scenes' vision to life. The strategic thought behind the campaign is to redefine how people celebrate special moments. Instead of cursory comments or emoji reactions on social media to celebrate special moments, the campaign spurs meaningful, in-person connections and celebrations. بدال احتفالية لينكد ان، رحنا نحتفل بنايف على الواقع! #بدجت_السعودية #قفّل_الشاشات_وقرّب_المسافات Instead of a LinkedIn celebration, we celebrated Nayef in real life! #BudgetSaudi #QuitScreenstoScenes — بدجت السعودية (@BudgetSaudi) January 21, 2025 The campaign begins with an activation for people who visit the Budget Rent A Car website. On the website's Quit Screens to Scenes section they are offered the opportunity to provide details about specific individuals and the special moments that they wish to celebrate, whether its a birthday, promotion or a personal achievement Once the information is submitted and shared online, the Budget Saudi Arabia team gathers all the individuals who actually reacted, commented, or wished the special someone on their special occasion. These individuals are then brought together to surprise their loved ones, bringing virtual expressions such as emojis: hearts, claps, and confetti to life in the form of real-world celebrations and heartfelt, in-person experiences. Fawaz Abdullah Danish, President and Group CEO, Budget Saudi Arabia, said: 'At Budget Saudi, we believe in more than just moving people from one place to another; our mission is to keep them connected, no matter the distance or circumstances. We understand that true connections are the heart of every journey and milestone, and our initiative 'Quit Screens to Scenes' embodies this ethos. FP7McCann Riyadh has been an exceptional partner in transforming this belief into a campaign that not only resonates but inspires people across Saudi Arabia to prioritise what truly matters, and the difference it makes between social vs real reactions' 'This campaign is a celebration of human connection, reminding us of the importance of cherishing life's meaningful moments in the real world rather than the digital one. It reflects our vision of enriching lives by bridging distances and fostering genuine relationships,' Danish added. ليش تسوي لايك .. وأنت تقدر تعزم ماجد وتهنّيه؟#بدجت_السعودية #قفّل_الشاشات_وقرّب_المسافات Why just like the post, when you could invite Majed and congratulate him in person?#BudgetSaudi #QuitScreensToScenes — بدجت السعودية (@BudgetSaudi) January 14, 2025 Saudi influencer Abdulaziz Bakr (Azooz) also participated in the initiative, which goes beyond digital communication to reflect Budget Saudi Arabia's values and ongoing mission to curate enriching adventures for its customers. Abdulaziz Bakr, commonly seen as an image on a mobile screen, was brought directly into people's lives to lead these celebrations, amplifying the experience and bringing a relatable human connection to the initiative. Mohammed Bahmishan, CEO & CCO, FP7McCann Riyadh, said, 'When a brand like Budget Saudi Arabia shares a vision to reconnect people in meaningful ways, it's a privilege to bring that vision to life. 'Social vs Real' reflects the perfect synergy between creativity and purpose, turning an idea into a movement that reminds us of the power of genuine connections. With Budget Saudi Arabia, we just did not want to create a campaign, we wanted to craft experiences that resonate deeply, and this initiative embodies that spirit.' Virtual social interactions have created a barrier to genuine connections, with people feeling that liking a post or leaving an emoji suffices. Budget Saudi Arabia's campaign aims to break this cycle by promoting real-world connections. By turning digital symbols into physical celebrations and featuring influencer Abdulaziz Bakr, the campaign encouraged authentic engagement and brought people together, fostering a deeper sense of community beyond the screen. CREDITS: Creative Agency: FP7McCann KSA Mohammed Bahmishan – CEO & CCO, FP7McCann Riyadh Amr El Kalaawy – Regional Managing Director Samer Al Hussein – Business Director Alaa Ghazzi – Creative Director Amine Naim – Associate Creative Director May Al Jafar – Bilingual Copywriter Marie Belle Abdallah – Senior Copywriter Abdallah Ayoubi – Senior Multimedia Designer Nour Hamze – Social Media Manager Perla Lahoud – Senior Account Executive Media Agency: Magna Global Nameer Abou Ismail – Managing Director Jad Barakat – Associate Director PR Agency: Weber Shandwick Wael Abdulsamad – Deputy Managing Director Tala Marini – Account Manager Production House: Leap Production Amr ElMasri – Executive Producer
