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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sudha Chandran joins Hitesh Bharadwaj and Rachi Sharma starrer Aami Dakini
Veteran actress Sudha Chandran has joined the cast of the popular supernatural drama Aami Dakini. Known for her powerful screen presence and impactful roles, Sudha steps into the character of Rajni – whose entry is set to unravel a new mystery in the show. Starring Hitesh Bharadwaj (as Ayaan Roy Chowdhary), Rachi Sharma (as Meera Ghosh), and Sheen Dass (as the chilling Dakini), the story takes an intriguing turn with the arrival of this new character. Speaking about her role, Sudha Chandran shared, "When I was offered the character of Rajni in Aami Dakini, I was quite elated. The show has been able to capture viewers' attention consistently. My character Rajni is layered and harbours her own secrets which will add a mysterious touch to the narrative. I'm looking forward to seeing how the audience connects with her." With Sudha Chandran now joining the ensemble, the show promises to become even more gripping. Recently, popular actor Karanvir Bohra also made an entry in the show. Karanvir, who plays the role of the mysterious Professor, shared how the character came to him. He exclusively told Times of India TV, 'So, when the production house called and said it's Aami Dakini Aahat, I was like, 'My God, this is déjà vu!' because I had worked as an assistant director on Aahat with Mr. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo B.P. Singh. For me, it was pure nostalgia — like, wow, what an amazing thing to come full circle.' He further shared, 'The funny part is, just two months ago, we had started making short horror videos of about two minutes each for YouTube, and suddenly, a big horror show like Aahat came my way. For me, it was a sure-shot yes. I'm handling two verticals — producing, directing, and even acting — so six days a week were completely blocked for this. I would even shoot extra to make sure they never fell short of episodes. I'm honestly so excited to be a part of this. ' Sudha Chandran slams trolls who targeted her for viral video of her ordeal at airport
NDTV
4 days ago
- General
- NDTV
Delhi Chief Minister Celebrates Rakhshabandhan With State Sanitation Workers
New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta celebrated Rakshabandhan with sanitation workers and offered gifts and sweets on Friday. During an event organised at Mukhya Mantri Jansewa Sadan in Civil Lines, tied "rakhi" on sanitation workers' wrists. "This is first time someone thought about sanitation workers and gave them respect by celebrating the festival with them. We are grateful to the chief minister for this respect and honour," said Rajni, a sanitation worker from Sarai Rohilla. On Thursday, celebrated the festival with school children at the Mukhya Mantri Jansewa Sadan.
India.com
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
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It's been 39 years since Nagina first slithered into theatres, yet when people talk about 'naag-naagin' films, one name instantly flashes in memory, Sridevi. Released in 1986, the 2-hour-17-minute fantasy thriller was directed by Harmesh Malhotra and starred Sridevi, Rishi Kapoor, and Amrish Puri in unforgettable roles. The story, penned by Jagmohan Kapoor, Ravi Kapoor, and Achala Nagar, revolved around a shape-shifting serpent woman, an 'ichchadhari naagin' whose love story turns into a tale of revenge. What Was Nagina About? Sridevi played Rajni, a mysterious woman who falls in love with and marries Rajiv (Rishi Kapoor). Unknown to him, Rajni is an ichchadhari naagin. Their seemingly perfect life takes a sharp turn when Bhairon Nath, a snake charmer played by Amrish Puri, enters the scene. Bhairon Nath reveals to Rajiv's mother that Rajni's marriage is driven by revenge—stemming from her husband's death in childhood—and that she possesses a magical jewel, the 'mani.' His mission? To claim it. Using his hypnotic flute, he tries to force Rajni to reveal her serpent form, setting off a dangerous game of power and love. The Twist That Kept Viewers Hooked As the plot unfolds, Rajiv learns of Bhairon Nath's sinister plan. What follows is a gripping battle between supernatural power and human emotion, complete with dramatic confrontations, intense background scores, and Sridevi's legendary 'Main Teri Dushman' dance sequence, still considered one of Bollywood's most electrifying performances. Box Office Magic According to media reports, Nagina was made on a budget of around Rs 1.8–2 crore. Wikipedia estimates its box office haul at about Rs 13 crore, a massive hit for its time. Decades later, the film remains a cult favourite and is still available for viewing on YouTube, attracting new audiences and nostalgic fans alike. Beyond its supernatural premise, Nagina was a turning point in Sridevi's career, solidifying her status as one of Bollywood's most bankable and versatile stars. The chemistry between her and Rishi Kapoor, Amrish Puri's menacing presence, and Harmesh Malhotra's storytelling combined to create a film that continues to be celebrated nearly four decades later.
The Print
20-07-2025
- General
- The Print
Too young to work, too poor to stop: Children of brick kiln migrants struggle for basic rights
When asked how it tastes, Rajni responds in a defensive tone: 'This is not bad… It's better than no food.' Fruits, she adds, are a rare treat — usually available only when a local farmer tosses away overripe leftovers. Just as the thin lentils begin to look ready, she pours more water into the pot in a bid to stretch the modest meal, which otherwise wouldn't be enough to feed her family of eight. Bulandshahr/Aligarh, Jul 20 (PTI) In the scorching May heat, 12-year-old Rajni cradles her infant sister while stirring watery dal simmering in a soot-blackened aluminium pot outside her hut in Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh district. 'This year, I ate a lot of mangoes,' she said with a grin, referring to tapkas, the ripe mangoes that fall from trees that she and her friends were allowed to collect. Rajni's family is one among thousands of seasonal migrants who travel each year to work in the sprawling brick kilns of western Uttar Pradesh. But while the kilns promise income, the real cost is borne by children like Rajni, who grow up without education, adequate food, or healthcare and are caught in a cycle of generational poverty and invisible labour. In 2021, data submitted by the government to Parliament suggested that there are 1.74 crore workers in registered brick kilns, while independent research has shown that 20 per cent of this workforce consists of child labourers. 'Therefore, it can be reasonably presumed that approximately 35 lakh children are working in brick kilns, with the number likely higher in illegal kilns,' said Bhuwan Ribhu, a child rights activist who founded Just Rights for Children. Most of the families' movement, dictated by the kiln season, spans eight to nine months a year. With no permanent address and no local documentation, the children are often excluded from even the most basic rights,'. Ten-year-old Neeraj, for instance, spends his days hauling lumps of dried mud in a wooden pan. 'I can't go to school because my father says we have come here as one unit and all need to work. If I get a chance to go to school, I would study hard and become an officer,' he said. His mother adds, 'Each one of us, including the children, has a role in this industry.' Children are typically assigned so-called 'lighter tasks,' such as fetching water, helping to mould bricks, or carrying half-baked clay, but the physical toll is visible in their frail, malnourished bodies. 'For every rupee a worker earns, nearly 25 paise goes to the agent and brick kiln owners are in direct touch with the agents, so we get just 75 per cent of the earnings, which comes to around Rs 400 per day for a family,' explained Suresh, a brick kiln worker. Elaborating further, Ramesh Shrivastav, general secretary of the Mazdoor Adhikar Manch, said the system is designed to exploit the vulnerability of the migrant workers and their children and keep them indebted. 'For kiln owners, local labourers are a risk because they can protest against exploitation as they have their community here. This, however, is not the case with migrant workers, so kiln owners only hire them as they are vulnerable and less likely to resist exploitation. Moreover, as migrant workers' children don't attend school like the locals, the kiln owners get extra hands,' he said. Among the 20-odd children PTI spoke to across kiln sites in Aligarh and Bulandshahr, none were currently enrolled in school. Only two had ever attended school, and that too briefly, as their parents began migrating seasonally. 'My sister and I studied till class 5 when our parents used to find work in our village. That was back in 2018,' said Naresh, a 14-year-old boy. Despite the Right to Education Act mandating free and compulsory education for all children aged 6 to 14, migrant children remain excluded. The government has tried to bridge this gap through the Poshan Tracker, linking anganwadis to migrant families, but the implementation is patchy. While most parents were unaware of the scheme, the prospect of sending their children away from the worksite was a deal-breaker. 'Who will fetch water or help us mould bricks if they go to school? We came here to earn, not to study. That will come later, maybe for their children,' said Munni Devi, a mother of five. Meanwhile, local anganwadi workers say they often hesitate to enrol children without documents like Aadhar. 'While Aadhaar now allows for easier enrolment, many children still don't come because of the distance. Most anganwadis are located within villages, while many families live on the outskirts. There's also fear that showing up at an anganwadi might draw attention to the fact that the children aren't attending school,' said an anganwadi worker in Bulandshahr, speaking on condition of anonymity. When PTI reached out to the brick kiln owners, they denied employing children, saying the kids only 'accompany' their families. 'It is up to the parents to decide whether they want to send their children to school or keep them here… how can we interfere?' a kiln owner said. Rights activists, however, termed it as an excuse for systemic exploitation. 'Children working alongside parents is normalised, but this is not helpful; it's hidden labour, and it violates their rights,' said Nirmal Gorana, convenor of the National Campaign Committee for the Eradication of Bonded Labour. According to a local official, the seasonal nature of the work also makes oversight difficult, as the workers come in October and leave by June before the monsoon. 'So, keeping track of their movement and exploitation becomes tough,' the district official told PTI. PTI UZM RHL This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Mint
17-07-2025
- Health
- Mint
Weight-loss surgery gone wrong? 55-year-old Meerut woman dies, kin allege doctors' negligence
In a sad incident, a 55-year-old woman died after undergoing bariatric surgery at a private hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut which sparked outrage among her family members, reported PTI. The family member alleged gross negligence by the attending doctor, said officials on Wednesday. This escalated the situation at the hospital premises, prompting the arrival of police and health department officials. The victim has been identified as Rajni Gupta, wife of businessman Brajmohan Gupta and a resident of Sadar Bazar. She was admitted to the Nutima Hospital on Garh Road on 11 July for the weight-loss surgery. At the time of her surgery, she weighed 123 kg and had opted for the procedure performed by bariatric surgeon Dr Rishi Singhal, the family said. Her son, Shubham Gupta, stated that his sister, Shivani, who also weighed around 120 kg, had been admitted to the hospital for surgery along with their mother. The kin alleged that the doctor promised a loss of 30 kg within 24 hours. While Shivani's operation was successful, Rajni passed away following her surgery. A day after the surgery, Rajni experienced severe abdominal pain, which the doctors allegedly dismissed. But on 13 July, an X-ray revealed a leak in the abdomen, allegedly caused during surgery, leading to infection, the family claimed, further alleging that she died on Tuesday as she did not receive proper treatment. The victim's husband has filed a complaint at the Medical Police Station, accusing the doctor and the hospital staff of negligence. However, no FIR has been registered yet. "The complaint has been forwarded to the Chief Medical Officer , and further action will depend on the investigation report," SHO Shilesh Kumar told PTI. However, CMO Dr Ashok Kumar Kataria said he has not yet received the complaint and will act accordingly once it arrives. Dr Rishi Singhal denied any negligence and said Rajni and her daughter attended an event on December 15, 2024, featuring over 150 of his treated patients. He added that they approached him on July 8, requesting surgeries while their family business was on hold due to the Kanwar Yatra. The doctor mentioned, "Rajni had multiple pre-existing conditions - diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid issues, fatty liver, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, and cardiac concerns." He even stated both mother and daughter were informed that the procedure would be critical. On 11 July, Rajni underwent a successful surgery and on 12 July, Shivani requested her surgery be advanced. Till 13 July, both were stable until the morning, but Rajni experienced uneasiness that evening and was "immediately shifted" to the ICU, the doctor said. He further claimed that a team of doctors, including Vishwajeet Bembi, Vishal Saxena, Avneet Rana, Mitul Jain, Hariraj Tomar, and Sandeep Garg, attempted treatment, but she died of a heart attack despite their efforts.
