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News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
750 Injections In 4 Years: 'Nayak' Villain Ranga's Real-Life Struggle After Kidney Failure
Ponnambalam's story is as heartbreaking as it is familiar in the world of cinema. A feared onscreen antagonist in the 90s and early 2000s, he shared screen space with big stars like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, Ajith, Sarathkumar, Sathyaraj, and Vijayakanth. His towering presence and raw physicality made him a natural choice for menacing roles. Hindi audiences remember him as Ranga, the dreaded villain in 'Nayak', and for his role opposite Suniel Shetty in 'Rakshak'. (News18 Hindi) He started his film journey as a stuntman and was known for executing risky action scenes without a single injury. That earned him the nickname "Spare Parts" in the industry. He made his acting debut in 1988 with 'Kaliyugam' and later appeared in a string of Tamil hits like 'Apoorva Sagodharargal', 'Vetri Vizha', 'Micheal Madana Kama Rajan', and 'Mannava Kaval'. At his peak, he acted in ten films in a single year. (News18 Hindi) But fame and adrenaline were followed by a long downward spiral. Alcohol addiction took a brutal toll. Years of abuse led to kidney failure, and since 2021, the actor has been on dialysis. Dialysis is the cruelest punishment in the world, Ponnambalam said in a recent interview. "I've had 750 injections in four years, every alternate day at the same spot. I can't eat salt. I can't eat a full meal. Even my enemies shouldn't suffer like this," he said. (News18 Hindi) He has had to spend over Rs 35 lakh on treatment. "Sarath Kumar was the first to help. Then Dhanush and Arjun pitched in. Even Chiranjeevi helped me financially, despite a fight we once had on set. But many others in the industry didn't even ask how I was living," he said. (News18 Hindi) 7/7
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Hunter star Suniel Shetty started his Bollywood career as an action hero: Gopi Kishan, Rakshak and more are proof
Suniel Shetty has bounced back with the tag of 'action hero' thanks to OTT and his role in Hunter (and now Hunter season 2), but he actually began his Bollywood career with action movies. The actor, who could be recognized for his comic roles among a generation, was actually trying to make a mark as an action hero, and the proof of that is how Suniel Shetty actually started his career with action movies. In fact, some of his scenes and songs from these films even became iconic. Right from Rakshak to Kaante, these movies are proof that Suniel Shetty has always been an action hero as much as a comic actor. Suniel Shetty started his career as an action hero Suniel Shetty started his Bollywood journey as action hero and these movies are proof of it Gopi Kishan (OTTplay Premium) Seen in a double role, Suniel Shetty's Gopi Kishan is both a cop as well as a criminal. This means that the actor got twice the potential to show his action skills, and he totally did, especially in the role of criminal Kishan. Rakshak (OTTplay Premium) You would remember Rakshak for the song 'Sheher Ki Ladki.' The movie, one of Shetty's earlier films, was the third hit of his career, thus proving that he was born to be an action star. The remake of Tamil film Honest Raj, Rakshak sees Shetty in the role of ASP Raj Sinha. Here, too, Shetty was seen in intense action sequences. Kaante (OTTplay Premium) Suniel Shetty was a part of the gang which woke up and chose violence through the movie Kaante. In the role of Marc Issak, this actor was one of the leading faces of the Sanjay Gupta directorial. He was gathered by Amitabh Bachchan's Yashvardhan Rampal to pull off the perfect heist. No wonder the movie has become a hit over the years it has been on OTT. Border (Prime Video) Need we even say anything about this movie? Suniel Shetty featured in JP Datta's Border as Bhairav Singh and left an impact with the rest of the movie's cast. Right from the songs to performances and plot itself, Border is an iconic movie, and we now await the sequel where Shetty's son Ahan would take his legacy forward. Main Hoon Na (Netflix) Main Hoon Na was Suniel Shetty's shining moment as an action hero. The actor played the lead antagonist in the film led by Shah Rukh Khan. It is where generations recognized the potential that Shetty had held back so far. A transformed look and a psychotic killer were just the formula the actor needed to showcase his talent. How many of these movies have you seen? Do let us know!
Time of India
7 days ago
- General
- Time of India
‘Rakshak' to safeguard rly staff from accidents on tracks
1 2 Prayagraj: To enhance safety of railway track workers, the Prayagraj Division of the North Central Railway (NCR) is set to introduce a device named 'Rakshak'-- an advanced approaching train warning system. "This innovative system aims to protect trackmen, keymen, patrolmen and other employees working on railway tracks from accidents caused by approaching trains. The system is especially effective in foggy conditions when visibility is low," said senior public relations officer of NCR, Amit Malviya. Malviya said it was observed that workers on the tracks often become deeply engrossed in their tasks, occasionally overlooking safety instructions issued by supervisors. This distraction sometimes led to tragic consequences when trains approached unexpectedly. To prevent the recurrence of such accidents, the railway administration is equipping track workers with the 'Rakshak' device. The initiative was first launched in the Agra Division of NCR. Malviya explained that 'Rakshak' is a Very High Frequency (VHF) based radio warning system directly linked to the railway's signal control system. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo This handheld walkie-talkie style device provides alerts through LED indicators, audible buzzers and vibrations, warning workers of incoming trains. When the railway signals in the worker's section turn green, the device emits a loud beeping sound to alert them immediately. This timely warning helps workers stay vigilant and take necessary precautions to avoid accidents. The device will soon be distributed among employees in the Prayagraj Division.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Time of India
4 men climb into Puri temple by scaling outer wall
1 2 Bhubaneswar: Days after Puri Jagannath temple was brought under an unprecedented security cover following Indo-Pak tensions, a serious security breach came to the fore on Tuesday evening when four unidentified men gained unauthorised access into the shrine by scaling the outer perimeter wall (Meghanada Prachira), by climbing on a large pile of garbage that had accumulated near the wall. According to police, the identities and intentions of the trespassers are still unclear. Footage that emerged on Wednesday showed these men scaling the shrine's outer compound wall. The temple has four entrances that are guarded by armed police. This breach occurred during the Niladri Bije festival, despite substantial police presence, raising concerns about security vigilance. "Through CCTV footage we are trying to identify who they are and what they did inside the temple, though they appeared to be regular devotees," said collector (Puri) Chanchal Rana. "We admit the lapses and apologise for it. Serious efforts are being made to prevent recurrence of such incidents. We urge devotees to refrain from such adventures, jeopardising the security protocols of the temple," Rana told reporters. He explained that traffic restrictions during the Rath Yatra, which concluded on Tuesday, prevented the removal of accumulated waste near the temple. SP (Puri) Pinak Mishra said investigation was in progress to identify the trespassers. "We are examining the CCTV footage to identify them," said Mishra. A case was registered at Singhadwar police station following a complaint lodged by the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA). SJTA's chief administrator Arabinda Kumar Padhee indicated that a committee, including administrator (development), officer on special duty (security) and a senior supervisor has been formed to probe the matter. Temple servitors and security experts called for a thorough security review at the shrine, where preventive measures had been recently strengthened due to Indo-Pakistan tensions. Armed personnel were deployed at the shrine, which is considered a potential high-risk target in the country. The National Security Guard (NSG) conducted a detailed security assessment at the Jagannath Temple last month, focusing on counter-terrorism readiness. The govt accelerated the formation of the new Swatantra Shree Mandir Surakshya Vahini (SSMSV), a dedicated force, at the temple. Additionally, Odisha police established an anti-terrorist squad (ATS) near the temple, featuring urban warfare-trained commandos from their special tactical group. They also positioned Rakshak, an armoured vehicle with bullet-proof capabilities, outside the temple. "Despite these massive security arrangements, police personnel's lack of vigilance enabled four men to enter the shrine unauthorised," said retired DGP, Bipin Bihari Mishra. Biswanath Khuntia, a servitor said, "The number of the trespassers could be more. Even though they seemed like regular devotees, such an act exposed the vigilance of police, whose number was in hundreds during Rath Yatra."
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Puri cops conduct anti-terror drills ahead of Rath Yatra
Bhubaneswar: Two weeks ahead of Rath Yatra, which will draw lakhs of pilgrims, Puri police carried out mock drills on Friday at multiple locations to enhance preparedness against potential terrorist threats. Given the recent Indo-Pak tensions and the govt's invitation to VVIPs, including the President, Prime Minister, Union ministers and chief ministers from NDA-ruled states to Rath Yatra, this year's festival will witness heightened security measures. "With lakhs of devotees expected to attend this year's Rath Yatra, ensuring foolproof security is our top priority. The simulation exercises help us identify gaps in our response mechanism and improve coordination among different security agencies," Vinit Agrawal, SP of Puri, said. The counter-terrorism mock drills were conducted at the Puri railway station and near the Jagannath Temple to evaluate how effectively rescue agencies can respond during emergencies. Police officers said the aim is to achieve smooth coordination between various response agencies to eliminate any possibility of uncertainty and chaos during actual emergencies. "Police, fire service, Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force, National Disaster Response Force, healthcare professionals, and anti-terrorist squad (ATS) of the special tactical group took part in the mock drills," Agrawal said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Forget Furosemide, Use This Household Item To Help Drain Edema Fluid WellnessGuide Learn more Undo The simulation exercises were conducted three days after Odisha police deployed a dedicated anti-terrorist squad near the shrine for smooth conduct of Rath Yatra. The ATS consists of urban warfare-trained commandos from Odisha police's special tactical group. Police recently positioned Rakshak, an armoured vehicle with bullet-proof capabilities, outside the Jagannath Temple. The vehicle is designed to resist intense artillery fire and explosive devices. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
