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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Madhuri Dixit was warned against doing the Salman Khan and Sanjay Dutt Starrer 'Saajan' for THIS reason
Madhuri Dixit is known as the queen of grace and beauty in Bollywood. She ruled the 1990s with her amazing acting, dance moves, and style. Even after more than 40 years in the film industry, Madhuri still wins hearts every time she appears on screen. One of her biggest hits was the 1991 film 'Saajan', where she starred alongside Sanjay Dutt and Salman Khan . But did you know Madhuri was warned not to do this film? Madhuri was told not to do 'Saajan' In a past interview with Pinkvilla, Madhuri revealed that many people advised her against signing 'Saajan'. The reason was Sanjay Dutt's unusual role in the film. Sanjay, who was famous for his action roles, was playing a disabled man named Sagar. People thought the audience might not like this change. Madhuri said, 'This is Sajan. What a beautiful film. What songs are in that movie. And I remember when I had signed this film, many people said, why are you doing this movie? It's not going to work.' Why were people doubting the film? The main worry was about Sanjay Dutt's character. He was known as an action star, famous for tough roles like 'Rocky'. Now, he was playing a different kind of character – a disabled man. This was a big change, and many thought it wouldn't be accepted by fans. Madhuri explained, 'People said Sanjay Dutt is an action star. And he is shown like this. Like a handicapped person. How can this happen? This is not going to work.' The film that proved everyone wrong Despite the doubts, Madhuri went ahead with the film. When 'Saajan' was released, it became a huge hit. The story touched many hearts, and the songs became very popular. Madhuri said proudly, 'But once the film was made, and you know, it created history after that.' Madhuri Dixit Remembers Iconic 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun' Song In The Rain 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 .
United News of India
7 days ago
- Business
- United News of India
Over 42000 MSMEs shutdown past 9 years under CPI(M) rule in Kerala: BJP
Thiruvananthapuram, May 28 (UNI) Nine years of misgovernance by the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) Government have severely damaged Kerala's industrial landscape, with over 42,000 MSMEs forced to shut down, State BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar has alleged. An increasingly hostile business environment has forced major companies such as Hindustan Unilever and Kitex to exit the state under the CPI(M) rule, the BJP chief said in a message. "The tragic death of NRI entrepreneur Sajan underscores the growing sense of despair within the business community," he said. "Outdated communist ideologies like 'Nokku Kooli' and business-unfriendly practices continue to repel private investment, leaving the state's youth with dwindling job opportunities and an uncertain future," he blamed. UNI DS ARN
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
IPL on JioStar becomes a launchpad for global brand Danube Properties' India-focused real estate blitz
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League has resumed in full swing after it was paused in early May due to geopolitical reasons. The tournament caters to a billion viewers in India and has emerged as one of the biggest properties for advertisers to build brand reputations and engage audiences. Its unprecedented scale makes IPL an unmissable opportunity for the Dubai-based conglomerate, Danube Group . Using a compelling campaign built around the tagline, 'Danube Hai Na,' the campaign aims to inspire Indian investors to explore the potential of Dubai's dynamic real estate market. In an exclusive interview of JioStar Brand Play , in association with Anis Sajan, Vice Chairman, Danube Group, spoke to Shilpa Rathnam, Associate Editor & Anchor – Video Initiatives, The Economic Times, about Danube Properties ' creative strategy behind the IPL 2025 campaign and how leveraging 'Brand Spotlight' has increased the number of leads for the brand. 'Since our ad launched, it's captured the attention of millions of Indians. Cricket is a religion here, and IPL is a nationwide festival; thus, it is vital for our brand to be visible at the IPL,' said Sajan. Convinced that 'Jo Dikhta Hai, Woh Bikta Hai'—what's seen, sells, Sajan views IPL as the ultimate platform to showcase Danube Properties. Recognising word-of-mouth as a powerful driver of brand recall, Danube aims to enhance its reputation and amplify client recommendations through this high-visibility campaign. 'I wouldn't be surprised if, post-IPL, we see a wave of tourists flocking to Dubai, despite the summer heat,' remarked Sajan, who aims to attract Indian investors looking for a place they can call home. On a marquee cricket platform like Star Sports, Sajan believes it strengthens the emotional and aspirational appeal of their brand, creating a lasting impression. They are confident this impact will continue to grow, reaching more audiences and enhancing their brand's reputation. For Danube Properties, a relatively new player in India's mass media landscape, IPL offers a prime opportunity to embed its brand in the minds of potential investors. Thrilled with the partnership, Sajan remarked, 'Star Sports and JioHotstar are simple yet powerful platforms, with audiences glued to their screens, whether on mobile or at home. Danube's USP lies in its marketing, and IPL's massive viewership, reaching even beyond India, has driven enquiries from global markets. It's truly a win-win situation.'
New Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Odisha content creator uses ChatGPT to bargain auto fare in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Those who have travelled in autorickshaws in Bengaluru would have learnt the art of bargaining with auto drivers, who generally quote very high fares even for short distances. But for those who are new to Bengaluru, who don't know Kannada and are new to bargaining, it's an uphill task. A tech enthusiast from the city has demonstrated how artificial intelligence can be of great help in bargaining with auto drivers in their local language Kannada. Content creator Sajan Mahto from Odisha's Rourkela posted a short video on his Instagram page ( on Saturday on how to use AI for bargaining with auto drivers. Since then, the video has gone viral. In the video, Sajan demonstrates how he used AI to negotiate an autofare of Rs 200 to Rs 120. Sajan opens ChatGPT's voice assistant and commands it to talk to the auto-driver to lower the quoted fare of Rs 200 to Rs 100. He also tells AI to talk to the driver nicely just like how an elder brother would do. He also informs AI to bargain by mentioning that he is a student and takes the same route every day. The AI assistant, which quickly processes the inputs, initiates the conversation with the auto driver with a warm greeting, 'Anna namaskara'. The AI assistant goes on to explain that Sajan is a student and he travels on the same route and bargains with the driver to cut down the fare. After the bargains, in which the AI asks the driver to consider Sajan as a regular customer, the driver agrees for the ride at Rs 120. At the end, the AI tool thanks the auto driver for adjusting and that Rs 120 was fine. 'ChatGPT Vs Autowala. Use ChatGPT for language translation FREE!! This is an attempt to educate how one can use CHATGPT in day today life. To harm any sentiments regarding any emotions is not intended. The sole purpose is education only,' Sajan posted on his Insta page. He went on to add a disclaimer that the act performed was not by a real auto driver and that he made the video only for educational purposes and not to offend anyone.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bengaluru man uses ChatGPT to bargain auto fare like an elder brother - without knowing Kannada. Even the driver was impressed
Sajan Mahto, a Bengaluru content creator, experimented with ChatGPT. He used it to negotiate auto fares. Sajan instructed ChatGPT to speak Kannada respectfully. The AI successfully bargained with an auto driver. It lowered the fare from Rs 200 to Rs 120. Sajan clarified the video was staged. He aimed to showcase AI's translation capabilities. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Generally, auto drivers are known for being elusive when you need them most. But in Bengaluru, they are famed for quoting fares that feel more like auction bids than meter readings. But in a city where language barriers often come in the way of fair negotiations, one man found a hilariously brilliant workaround, by enlisting OpenAI 's ChatGPT to do the talking. And not just any talking. He made it speak Kannada like a respectful elder brother. Sajan Mahto , a content creator based in Bengaluru, recently shared a video where he set out to test if artificial intelligence could help bridge the language gap, and save him a few bucks in the process. Armed with ChatGPT's voice assistant, he initiated the experiment saying that getting an auto in Bengaluru is like finding hidden treasure. But, as he pointed out, the fare too is priced like one. So he decided to hand over the reins to ChatGPT and see if the AI could haggle for the video, Sajan asks ChatGPT to convince the auto driver to lower the fare from Rs 200 to Rs 100, explaining that he's a student and takes the same route every day. His one instruction? Talk to the driver nicely, just like an elder brother ChatGPT delivered with kicked off the negotiation with a warm Kannada greeting, 'Anna, namaskara', and went on to explain Sajan's situation, asking if the fare could be reduced. After some back and forth, the driver budged to Rs 150, and eventually settled at Rs 120. The AI gracefully accepted the offer and thanked him with a charming 'Thank you, Anna.'While the clip had the internet cheering the tech-savvy street smarts, Sajan was quick to clarify in the caption that the scenario was staged. The intent was not to prank or misrepresent, but to demonstrate how ChatGPT can be creatively used for translation and real-life communication media had a field day with the video. While many praised the creativity and dubbed it the real use of AI, others joked about applying the trick with shopkeepers next. A few offered practical advice, recommending Google Translate over heavy AI tools, but the spirit of the hack won out.
