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Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Minmini OTT release: When and where you can watch Halitha Shameem's Tamil drama film online
Minmini is a Tamil coming-of-age drama film that was released in theaters last year. Directed by Halitha Shameem, the movie opened to positive reviews and performed well at the box office, thanks to strong word of mouth. The film has now made its digital debut. Read on to find out more. When and where to watch Minmini The film is currently streaming on ZEE5. The makers recently announced on their social media handles that the movie is now available on the OTT platform. Check out the official announcement post of Minmini's OTT release below: Official trailer and plot of Minmini The film follows a group of schoolchildren, focusing on Paari, a popular student, and Sabari, a newcomer. Initially, Paari bullies Sabari, but over time, they develop a strong friendship. The first half of the film captures their school life, classroom experiences, and emotional growth. The second half takes a leap in time and shifts to the Himalayan region. Now grown up, the two embark on a biking journey across the mountains. The focus moves to Sabari, who is dealing with personal guilt from the past. The story explores how memories and unresolved emotions influence his present. The film transitions from a school-based setting to a road trip, using different backdrops to trace the journey of the characters from adolescence to adulthood. Cast and crew of Minmini The movie is written and directed by Halitha Shameem and features Esther Anil, Praveen Kishore, and C. Gaurav Kaalai in the lead roles. The film's visuals are captured by renowned cinematographer Manoj Paramahamsa ISC. Meanwhile, the music is composed by AR Rahman's daughter, Khatija Rahman. Editing is handled by Raymond Derrick Crasta, and the film's artistic visuals are brought to life by art director Tsering Gurmet Kungyam. The production sound for Minmini was handled by Raghav Ramesh, while Linkin Livi served as the VFX supervisor. The film's sound design was crafted by Alagiakoothan and Suren G.
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Hubby killed after religion check but Muslim locals helped us to safety: Pahalgam victim's kin
1 2 Kolkata: Thirteen days have passed since the attack at Baisaran Valley, and the horrific memory of losing her husband, Samir Guha , is still fresh. Sabari Ghosh , sitting at her Behala Sakherbazar residence on Sunday, blamed intelligence failure for the attack, questioning why it took the Indian army close to an hour to reach the spot despite the militant firing indiscriminately for over 25-30 minutes. "The security forces were stationed 7 km away. Did they not hear the gunshots or get to know that the main gate had been shut by the terrorists?" asked Guha. "For days, it was advertised that Kashmir has become peaceful. If this is what peace is, then what really is the meaning of the word?" she asked. "They crossed the border and carried out such a big incident, claiming so many lives. This cannot happen without an intelligence failure," she added. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata Sabari stated that the terrorists initially separated them and asked them to recite Kalima. "But it was their driver Iqbal who received my daughter's call (made from the phone of another tourist) where she asked for help. By then, my husband was shot, and I broke my leg trying to flee. He arranged a pony rider, came back for us, and then stayed all along with us," she said. "It was he who informed family members about the incident," reminded her brother, Subrata Ghosh. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Perfectly Timed Photos That Will Make You Look Twice Undo "I now want action. It is for the central govt to decide how it wants to respond. But I want the culprits punished, and I want a permanent solution so that no one faces the fate of my husband or 25 others who lost their lives there," she said. "This was a targeted killing. In any terror attack, there is random firing. It was not done here. If we are not safe in our own country, where will we find security?" she asked. On Sunday, while sitting at her home in Sakherebazar, Behala, Sabari recounted the events in Pahalgam. She mentioned that her husband, along with her and her daughter Subhangi, arrived in the valley about 20 minutes before the attack. While exploring the area and clicking photos, they suddenly heard gunshots, which continued for a while. Sabari said, "At first, we didn't realise it was gunfire. My husband asked the locals, and they said the forest department guards fire sometimes to drive away monkeys. But then the firing continued, and when we saw other tourists running, we understood it was an attack. Local people repeatedly told us to lie down to avoid being noticed by the militants. One of the terrorists came and separated the Muslims from the Hindus and ordered everyone to recite the Kalima. We were lying down when suddenly someone shot my husband. After killing him, the terrorist – dressed in a military outfit and with faces covered – said to another, 'Yeh Modi ka Aadmi Hai,'" recounted the mother of 17-year-old Subhangi. Everything was a blur before we found locals continuously begging us to flee. As we tried to flee, we were left in the lurch with no one around to help even after a long time. As I slipped while fleeing, my daughter Subhangi kept telling me to flee, or the terrorists might kill us too," recounted Sabari. Sabari said she understands the pain the wife of a BSF jawan who is presently in Pakistani custody is going through. "Only the one who is suffering knows what another person in an identical situation is going through," she said. The family stated they also received Rs 10 lakh from the central govt, another Rs 10.2 lakh from insurance (another Rs 5-6 lakh of final settlement is still pending), and are awaiting the state govt compensation. "I request the central govt to provide me with my husband's job at the earliest as I have a daughter to look after. He was the only earning member in my family," said Sabari. Sabari also accused several insurance agents and officials of spreading false claims about them. Sabari and her brother Subrata Ghosh stated that the claim of receiving 1.7 crore rupees as insurance is false. They alleged that this false claim was being spread in collaboration with an insurance agent and some people from the company for publicity. Subrata said, "It is being claimed that this huge amount was settled within three days of the incident. In reality, we received 10.2 lakh rupees." They suspect the involvement of an agent behind this. Subrata mentioned that within three days of the incident, a person who introduced himself as Debashis Bag, claiming to be an insurance agent, visited their home. Under the pretence of insurance settlement, he took several photos inside the house without the family's knowledge. Later, the person began spreading claims on social media, showing family photos and asserting that 1.7 crore rupees were given by the insurance company. Shabari and her brother claimed that the person also sent these photos to officials at the insurance company's Sarsuna branch. Subrata said, "The claims being spread are false. However, we don't know if only the agent is involved or if the insurance company is also complicit. We will pursue legal action." The family claimed that despite repeated attempts to contact the accused agent, he did not answer their calls. When Debashis was called for his response, he did not answer the phone or reply to messages.
Hans India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Sabari' shines at Dasari Film Awards 2025, wins Best Story Film
Once again proving that content is king, the Telugu film industry has recognized the emotional powerhouse Sabari by honoring it with the Best Story Film award at the Dasari Film Awards 2025. The film, headlined by Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, stood out for its strong narrative and heartfelt storytelling, reaffirming the importance of meaningful cinema in today's commercial landscape. Produced by NRI Mahendra Nath Kondla as his debut production, Sabari marked an impressive entry into the industry. Choosing a deeply emotional and powerful subject as his first film underscores his passion for impactful storytelling. The film was helmed by debutant director Anil Katz, who sensitively portrayed the journey of a mother fighting a lone battle to protect her child. His storytelling explored themes of sacrifice, resilience, and maternal strength with emotional depth and nuance. Though the film received a mixed response upon its theatrical release in May 2024, it gradually found appreciation for its honest treatment and emotionally charged performances—especially Varalaxmi's commanding role. The jury's recognition of Sabari highlights the growing space and respect for story-driven films in Tollywood, beyond box office results. This award not only validates the efforts of the team but also serves as encouragement for new producers and directors to bring forth original, meaningful stories to the big screen.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Pahalgam victim's daughter clears ISC with 87% marks, says she's found purpose in life again
It was an incredibly difficult week for 17-year-old Subhangi Guha , who lost her father, Samir Guha, to terrorists' bullet during the attack in Baisaran Valley, Pahalgam , Kashmir. Witnessing her father being shot right before her eyes left her in a state of shock. However, on April 30 morning, she rediscovered a sense of purpose having scored 87% at the ISC board exams, The Times of India reported. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Nuclear Power! How India and Pakistan's arsenals stack up Does America have a plan to capture Pakistan's nuclear weapons? Airspace blockade: India plots a flight path to skip Pakistan Subhangi had high hopes for achieving a score over 90%. Ultimately, her performance in Psychology and Political Science slightly affected her overall percentage. She pursued her studies in the Arts stream. Her mother, Sabari Guha, told ToI's Dwaipayan Ghosh that Subhangi has resolved not to allow her exam results to hinder her ambitions; she aims to pursue an honors degree in psychology at Loreto College. "Right now, her focus is on her studies. She believes that concentrating on her higher education will help her realise her dreams. For the time being, she intends to dedicate all her efforts to this goal. We hope the administration will assist her in achieving her aspirations," Sabari said. "The results were somewhat disappointing for her as she had set higher expectations. Nonetheless, what matters now is looking forward, and she has already initiated that journey," said a relative. As was the case a week ago, relatives and neighbours gathered at the Guhas' residence in Sakherbazar, showing their support for the family on this significant day. Live Events "Subhangi has always excelled academically. We have decided to pool our local resources to ensure her dreams can be realized," said Shankar Roy, president of the local club, who visited the Guha family on Wednesday morning. However, Sabari made a heartfelt plea to everyone to refrain from spreading misinformation about their family, which is currently coping with the pain of their loss. "Social media and some news outlets have falsely reported that we received a death claim settlement of Rs 1.7 crore. This is entirely untrue. An officer did come to our home, but he only took photos, that too without our permission. We have not received any cheque," Sabari told ToI. Both Sabari and Subhangi had previously spoken to NIA investigators about the Pahalgam case, with Sabari recounting the harrowing moment when a group of armed individuals suddenly surrounded them. According to her account, the assailants commanded everyone to lie on the ground. Out of fear, they complied, and the attackers then selectively shot her husband along with a few others. Sabari recalled hearing two gunshots, and at first, they were confused about what was transpiring, but it soon became clear that they were facing gunmen dressed in army uniforms. While the psychological wounds are still raw, Subhangi says she has found a new purpose -- to fulfil the wishes of her father, who had steadfastly stood by her in many key moments in her life.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Time of India
Pahalgam victim's daughter Subhangi Guha clears ISC with 87%, plans to study psychology to fulfil father's dreams
It has been a difficult few weeks for 17-year-old Subhangi Guha, who witnessed her father, Samir Guha, lose his life in the recent terrorist attack at Baisaran Valley, Pahalgam. Still processing the trauma of that day, Subhangi received her ISC exam results on Wednesday and found a renewed sense of purpose in her academic achievements. Subhangi Guha scored 87% in her ISC board exams A student of the Arts stream, Subhangi scored 87% overall in her ISC board exams. Though she had aimed to cross the 90% mark, she remained composed and determined to stay focused on her goals. Her mother, Sabari Guha, shared that Subhangi now wishes to study Psychology Honours at Loreto College, Kolkata — a dream supported by her late father. Pahalgam victim's daughter to concentrate on her higher education 'She wants to concentrate on her higher education. Her goal is to pursue psychology, and she believes her father's aspirations for her will be fulfilled through this path,' said Sabari. The family hopes to receive administrative support to help Subhangi continue her education smoothly. Subhangi's relatives and neighbours gathered at the family's residence in Sakherbazar to offer encouragement and support on the day the results were announced. A relative mentioned that while she was briefly disheartened by her marks, Subhangi was already looking ahead to the future and how she can honour her father's legacy. 'She has always been a bright student. We will do everything we can to ensure she reaches where she wants to,' said Shankar Roy, a local club member who visited the Guhas that morning. Victim's family denies the rumours of getting compensation money Sabari also made a request to the public, urging people not to spread misinformation about the family. She addressed false reports claiming they had received a Rs 1.7 crore compensation. 'That is completely baseless. A government officer did visit, but no financial help has been provided yet,' she clarified. Victim's family describing the attack that happened in Pahalgam The mother and daughter had earlier recounted their experience to NIA officials. Sabari described how the attackers, dressed in army uniforms, suddenly surrounded the area and instructed everyone to lie on the ground. Her husband, along with others, was selectively targeted and shot. The Guha family continues to process their grief, but Subhangi's academic milestone serves as a quiet testament to her resilience and determination to move forward.
