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The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Peka: Where's the monkey?
Animal cruelty: Rajesh (right) and Dr Kartini say no update has been given about the monkey's health nor its whereabouts. PETALING JAYA: Following public outrage over a viral video showing a monkey being spray-painted, the Association for the Protection of the Natural Heritage of Malaysia (Peka) is demanding transparency regarding the animal's condition and current custody. Peka president Rajesh Nagarajan expressed concern over the silence surrounding the case, questioning which authority is in charge of the monkey and its current wellbeing. 'Where is the monkey? What is its condition? Why hasn't anyone come forward to clarify its whereabouts?' Rajesh said at a press conference yesterday. 'Is it under the care of Perhilitan? The Animal Welfare Board? Or another agency? Whoever is responsible must come forward and provide an update.' He said the video, which triggered widespread emotional reactions nationwide, has become a matter of public concern. 'Malaysians are deeply invested in this case, and they deserve answers. 'We also want to know why the person seen abusing the animal hasn't been charged. What is the justification?' he added. Peka vice-president Dr Kartini Rahim also questioned the lack of action against the individual shown in the video. A video grab showing the monkey being spray painted. 'The video clearly shows a monkey being sprayed with paint while confined in a cage. We still don't know why the monkey was captured, whether it did anything to warrant such treatment, or what condition it is in now,' she said. Dr Kartini warned that the use of paint on animals can cause serious harm. 'The chemicals in paint are toxic. They can damage the skin, cause burns, and trigger respiratory issues. The act also induces severe stress, potentially altering the monkey's behaviour and making it more aggressive,' she added. The incident was captured in a video showing a man spraying blue paint directly onto the monkey inside a cage. Animal welfare activists and the public have since called for firm action. Last week, Sungai Buloh OCPD Supt Mohd Hafiz Muhammad Nor confirmed that a police report was lodged at 2.10am on Saturday by a veterinary officer from the Petaling district in response to the viral clip. The Star has reached out to the Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) for comment and is awaiting a response.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Rajesh's unfulfilled dream: A humble actor's wish to collaborate with Kamal Haasan
Rajesh was a revered veteran actor in Tamil cinema, known for his ability to portray relatable, heartfelt characters with subtlety and grace. Over a prolific career spanning more than five decades, he appeared in over 150 films across Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam industries, earning the love of audiences for his natural, everyman performances. Beyond his on-screen presence, Rajesh was respected for his humility, discipline, and intellectual curiosity, which set him apart in an industry often dominated by glamour. Rajesh's unfulfilled collaboration with Kamal Haasan Rajesh once dreamed of directing a film with Kamal Haasan, a collaboration that sadly never came to fruition. Despite this, Kamal has always spoken highly of Rajesh's talent and character, praising how he never sought to be a movie star but rather a sincere artist who connected deeply with his roles. Kamal also admired Rajesh's disciplined lifestyle, he never smoked, drank, or engaged in distractions, reflecting a rare dedication and integrity. Kamal Haasan's tribute: Celebrating Rajesh's intellectual curiosity and passion Following Rajesh's demise, Kamal Haasan expressed his deep sorrow highlighting the actor's intellectual curiosity and passion for reading and reflection through a post on X. 'Among the sought-after performers, my dear friend Rajesh was the one who read the most and thought deeply about what he read,' Kamal Haasan wrote on social media. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like '5월 한정, 직장인 대상 대출 가능 여부 무료 조회 급증' 신청 몰려 조기 마감 우려 직장인 대출 센터 더 읽기 Undo He noted that Rajesh lived his life with undiminished enthusiasm and activity until the very end, making his loss profoundly sad for the Tamil cinema community and beyond. An enduring legacy beyond the screen Rajesh's legacy is marked not only by his memorable performances but also by the respect he commanded from peers and fans alike. His passing leaves a void in Tamil cinema, but his inspiring life and unfulfilled dream remain a poignant reminder of a humble artist whose soulful presence will be cherished forever. 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 .
Indian Express
2 days ago
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- Indian Express
‘Rajesh Khanna's bungalow was always surrounded by 10,000 women; they were jealous I got to romance him': Mumtaz
Veteran actor Mumtaz opened up about her streak of hits with the late Rajesh Khanna, who is often described as India's first 'superstar'. She said that his fans were jealous that she got to romance him, and would gather in large numbers outside his house. Mumtaz scoffed that she could just walk over to Rajesh's bungalow, which was next door to hers. In an interview, she recalled that thousands of Rajesh's fans would be stationed outside his house just to catch a glimpse of him. Legends of his fan-following have been shared by his contemporaries; the most famous incident involves his car being covered in lipstick because women kissed it. But Rajesh's downfall was just as drastic as his ascent up the Bollywood ladder. In the 1970s, after the arrival of Amitabh Bachchan, he found his stardom declining. He married the then-teenage Dimple Kapadia, but the relationship failed, with Dimple leaving him after a decade. In an interview with Filmibeat, Mumtaz recalled working with Rajesh at the peak of his stardom, and said, 'We didn't have a single flop, not even one. Distributors would buy our films just because Rajesh and I were in them. But it's very sad that artistes are forgotten when their films start flopping,' she said. Also read – Rajesh Khanna's sea-facing bungalow Aashirwad once belonged to another star; it was purchased for just Rs 3.5 lakh and sold for Rs 90 crore Asked about his female fan-following, she continued, 'When we'd shoot outdoors, they would make faces at me. They never liked me, they were jealous that I got to romance him. Women don't like sharing. They were jealous. And it's not like I had to work hard to catch a glimpse of him. We were neighbours. I used to look out of my window and see 10,000 women outside his house. I would think, 'Baap re Kaka, yeh toh problem ho gayi hai'. They would stand there, thousands of them.' She said that Rajesh was very 'sophisticated', and was very 'choosy' about his partners. Rajesh was in a relationship with Anju Mahendru, but he dumped her abruptly and married Dimple Kapadia. Mumtaz, who remains close friends with Anju, said that she wasn't too bothered when she learnt that Rajesh and Dimple had tied the knot. 'She wished the best for him, and continued to till the end,' she said, adding that he could have married just about anyone he wanted. Stories of Rajesh's downfall have been discussed by everybody who knew him. In an old article, journalist Ali Peter John recalled an incident when Rajesh went unrecognised at the airport, and had to sit on his own luggage because nobody offered him a seat.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
‘Where is the monkey?': Peka demands accountability and answers over Shah Alam animal abuse case
PETALING JAYA: The Association for the Protection of the Natural Heritage of Malaysia (Peka) has demanded answers from the authorities over the fate of a monkey seen doused in blue spray paint in a viral video that sparked public outrage last week. Peka president Rajesh Nagarajan raised alarm over the silence surrounding the case, questioning which agency currently has custody of the animal and what condition it is in. 'Where is the monkey? What is its current condition? Why is there no answer from anyone on its whereabouts? 'Is it with Perhilitan? Is it with the Animal Welfare Board or somewhere else? The people who have the monkey right now must speak up and give updates,' Rajesh said during a press conference here on Friday (May 30). He said the incident has become a matter of public interest, adding that 'the entire country saw the viral video and so many Malaysians are now emotionally invested in this case.' 'Everyone needs to know what is happening to the monkey. Who has it, and why are they keeping quiet? 'We also want to know why the perpetrator was not charged. What is the justification for this?' he added. Peka vice-president Dr Kartini Rahim also questioned the lack of action against the individual seen abusing the monkey in the video. 'The video that went viral recently shows a monkey being sprayed with paint. We don't know why the monkey was caught, what offence it committed or what its condition is now - all of this remains unknown,' she said. Dr Kartini warned that spraying paint on animals can cause serious harm. 'The chemicals are toxic and can damage the skin, cause burns, and trigger respiratory problems. 'The act itself also induces severe stress, potentially altering the monkey's behaviour and making it more aggressive,' she said. The now-viral incident was first highlighted in a video circulating on social media, showing a man spraying blue paint directly onto the monkey while it was confined in a cage. Animal rights activists and the public have since called for firm action. Last week, Sungai Buloh OCPD Supt Mohd Hafiz Muhammad Nor said a report was lodged at 2.10am on Saturday (May 24) by a veterinary officer from the Petaling district concerning the viral video. The Star has reached out to the Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) and is awaiting a response.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Deepak remembers father Rajesh's final moments: 'He held my hand and kissed it'
The demise of Tamil actor Rajesh sent shockwaves through the Kollywood film industry, with fans, filmmakers, actors and friends, paying tribute to the film legend. Speaking through tears with the media at the funeral, Deepak, the son of veteran actor Rajesh, shared a deeply emotional account of his father's final moments. He said, 'While we were bringing him down from the upper floor of our house, his oxygen levels suddenly dropped. As we placed him on the stretcher, he held my hand and kissed it." He also expressed profound pride in his father's legacy, saying, 'It makes me happy to see how much love and respect my father earned. If I can achieve even half of what he did, only then will his soul rest in peace.' Farewell from the Tamil fraternity Rajesh's demise on May 29, 2025, at the age of 75 eft the Tamil film industry in mourning. Several celebrities and political leaders, including Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, paid their respects in person at his Ramapuram residence. Sudden decline in health According to reports, Rajesh had recently returned from a trip to Dubai, and according to Deepak, he seemed fine. 'He always took me along on trips, but this time I couldn't go. I don't know what he ate there. Even small things like a change in drinking water wouldn't agree with him,' Deepak said, hinting that his health may have deteriorated due to travel-related issues. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo A prolific career in cinema and beyond A towering presence in Tamil cinema, Rajesh acted in over 150 films in multiple languages across a 45-year career. He debuted as a lead in 'Kanniparuvathile' and later transitioned into important supporting roles. He was not only an accomplished film actor but also a noted dubbing artist, writer, and television actor. He recently appeared in 'Merry Christmas' alongside Vijay Sethupathi . Additionally, Rajesh was known for hosting an astrology show on the 'Om Saravanaa Bhava' YouTube channel and served for two years as chairman of the M.G.R. Film and Television Training Institute. 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 .
