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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mukesh Khanna doubts if Ranbir Kapoor can pull off Lord Ram's character in 'Ramayana': 'He has an image chasing him…'
Mukesh Khanna is not happy with the casting of Nitesh Tiwari 's ' Ramayana ', especially Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram. The veteran actor talked about the same in an interview. He expressed his doubts about Ranbir pulling off the role. Here's what the 'Shaktiman' actor said about the 42-year-old star. Mukesh Khanna on Ranbir Kapoor playing Lord Ram in 'Ramayana' In an interview with Gallata India, Mukesh Khanna lashed out at Ranbir Kapoor's image in the industry. He also expressed his concerns about the portrayal of Lord Ram as more of a warrior than a peaceful man. He said, "They're showing Rama is climbing trees and shooting arrows. Krishna or Arjuna can do that, but Rama won't do it." Mukesh Khanna added if Lord Ram had declared himself as a warrior, he wouldn't have asked for help from the monkeys. The actor said, "He was enough, one man against Ravana." Further talking about Ranbir playing the role of the lord, Mukesh Khanna said, "From what I can see, I don't know if Ranbir Kapoor can pull off the Maryada Purshottam image of Rama." The veteran shared that he doesn't doubt the acting capabilities of RK. However, according to Mukesh Khanna, Ranbir has "an image chasing him, and that's Animal. I don't have an objection to it. He could do it." Casting director Mukesh Chhabra on getting Ranbir Kapoor on board In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Mukesh Chhabra said that he was not involved in getting Ranbir Kapoor on board for the film. The casting director added that Ranbir was already cast before he became a part of the film. He said, "But baaki sab discussions ka main hissa tha." More about 'Ramayana' Nitesh Tiwari's magnum opus is reportedly a two-part film, with the first installment releasing Diwali 2026 and the next in Diwali 2027. It also stars Sai Pallavi as Goddess Sita and Yash as Lankpati Raavan.
The Print
5 days ago
- Business
- The Print
AI integration for military is risky business. Combat monopoly must remain with soldiers
Information in this era is largely created by the accumulation and interpretation of data. Sources of data on the battlefield are manifold, from small helmet-mounted cameras of frontline infantry soldiers to the radars installed on top-of-the-line combat aircraft. Everything that falls in this wide operational spectrum creates data, and analysing it is a Herculean task. Especially given that decisions have to be made and appropriate orders issued in a very short time. But ironically, adding technological tools may not be the answer. The recent DAC announcements are in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's declaration that Operation Sindoor is ongoing. And it is a good sign, as a dispassionate analysis of the aerial skirmish has not yet been completed. Since the operation has been declared ongoing, there is no compulsion to hurry the process, offering enough time to be thorough with the post-operation analysis. Some aspects of the operation will change hue as more information is made available to the services. India has been slapped with an additional tariff hike by the mercurial Donald Trump. A great admirer of Vladimir Putin until recently, Trump now takes umbrage at any country seen to be trading oil with Moscow. So India has been hit once again, ironically just a day after the Defence Acquisition Council declared its intention to spend a lot of money on American-sourced equipment. The trader in Trump is clearly not satiated by India's sweeteners, but there is no reason for New Delhi to buckle under Washington's pressure. The Army has plans for a technology thrust in the near term, including the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to support decision-making. While well-intentioned, this may have unintended consequences. Worldwide, there is a wave of interest in AI tools for all spheres of life, including the two most important fields: medicine and the military. These fields deal with human lives, a sovereignty that must not be devolved to machines. Also read: Rudra, Bhairav commandos, Shaktiman to drone platoons—how Army is transforming for future wars Avoid dependence on AI In real-time combat, a commander authorised to press the trigger must compress information from various sources within seconds and make the correct decision. Accidents happen all the time, and some of them can be tragic. However, despite the pressures of time, live action, and compressed operational space, correct decisions far outnumber the mistakes. The human mind is far more capable in this arena than AI could ever be, and it must always occupy the upper domains. Monopoly over combat must remain only with trained soldiers. The AI virus is deeply contagious and must be carefully monitored. The best decision-making processes in the military keep out the fog of war and the cacophony of shrapnel. They remain focused on the operational tasks and the means required to accomplish the mission. From a combat section to a corps commander, everyone has roles and responsibilities commensurate with their physical boundaries. Should they rely on the strength of their training and commander, efficiency is guaranteed. This is not to say that technology should be avoided altogether. It enhances operational effectiveness all the time. What we must stress, however, is the human mind's dominance over technology rather than dependence on it. All acquisitions and the induction of every new system must be a multiplier, not just a feather in the cap. In today's combat spectrum, it is vital that military assets are compatible across the three services as the operational space is increasingly shared and even overlapping. Nothing makes this more apparent than air defence. Each service influences airspace individually and coordinates with the others. But that coordination leaves much to be desired. So, the DAC's announcement of upgrading the Air Force's quick reaction SAKSHAM/SPYDER air defence system is welcome. This will also enable the fusion of this weapon system with the Integrated Air Command and Control System. This is where technology and the human mind are tested to the fullest—speed coupled with utmost accuracy. Despite the AI's recent progress and various advances in remotely piloted vehicles, the final analysis of the air environment must always be human. Manvendra Singh is a BJP leader, Editor-in-Chief of Defence & Security Alert, and Chairman, Soldier Welfare Advisory Committee, Rajasthan. He tweets @ManvendraJasol. Views are personal. (Edited by Prasanna Bachchhav)
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mukesh Khanna defends Shah Rukh Khan's National Award win: "He has been working hard for the past 40 years now..."
The recent announcement of the National Awards swept the entertainment industry with a wave of joy. Though everyone's victory is being celebrated with utmost love, the news of Shah Rukh Khan's maiden win brought a different contentment for his fans. However, amid all the congratulatory messages, some raised eyebrows on the matter, including South actress Urvashi. Urvashi herself bagged the National Award for 'Best Supporting Actress' for her work in 'Ullozhukku.' However, when it came to SRK's big win, she questioned the fairness of the jury and the criteria used for King Khan's selection. Weighing in on the matter, 'Shaktiman' fame Mukesh Khanna , during his conversation with IANS, mentioned that it is also political to say that the National Award should have been given to an actor from the South film industry. Mukesh Khanna defends Shah Rukh Khan's National Award victory 'People who are saying that Shah Rukh Khan should not have received the award for this film (Jawan) but for Swades — remember A R Rahman received the Oscar for 'Jai Ho' and not for the various beautiful songs he created in the past,' said Mukesh Khanna. 'Shah Rukh has been working hard for the past 40 years now — so what is wrong if he has received a National Award?' he added. Shah Rukh Khan expresses gratitude following his big win King Khan has been ruling cinema and hearts for decades now. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elegant New Scooters For Seniors In 2024: The Prices May Surprise You Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Learn More Undo In addition to this craft, he is known for his people skills and down-to-earth attitude. As the news of his National Award came out, the actor expressed his gratitude through a video, where he said, 'They know my obsession with cinema takes me away from them, but they all bear it with a smile and allow me the time. So thank you very much for that. A National Award is not just about achievement. It's a reminder that what I do matters. It tells me to keep going, keep working hard, keep creating, and keep serving cinema. In a world full of noise, to be heard — truly heard — is a blessing.' 'And I promise to use this recognition not as a finish line but as fuel to continue striving, learning, and giving life. This award is a reminder to me that acting is not just work, it's a responsibility. It's a responsibility to show the truth on screen,' he quoted.
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
India Is Not For Beginners And This Video Of ‘Flying' Priest Is Proof
Last Updated: The video of a priest falling while ziplining is making rounds on the internet. The internet, these days, is filled with content that can make you laugh, cry and explore interesting stuff that you might not have even heard of. The case in point here is a priest falling while ziplining in the funniest way possible. The incident seemed to have taken place at a religious gathering, where a crowd of devotees was seen standing on the ground as a group of priests stood on a platform. One of the priests was then made to wear a safety harness as he took a flight from the platform with a flower garland and trident in his hand. Halfway through the journey, the overhead rope, unable to carry his weight, broke down and the man fell to the ground over a throng of people. The video of him falling down from the cable is now making the rounds on the internet. The clip was shared by an X page with the name Mishka and was captioned, 'Shaktiman ki Shakti khatam ho gayi [Shaktimaan's power is gone]," referencing to the titular superhero character from the popular Indian television series Shaktiman, who had the superpower to fly. The funny video of the priest invited several comments. While some enjoyed watching the video, others were concerned about the man and asked her if she was okay. A user wrote, 'Very bad it happened." Another added, 'Poor priest is in a bad condition." Earlier, a funny video of a woman tripping and tumbling while ziplining went viral on social media. The hilarious clip showed a woman taking an adventurous yet funny zipline ride which was supposed to be for kids' purposes. She enjoyed the adventure for a while, only to fall down in a mere distance of less than 50 metres. She flipped upside down and fell down to the ground. Her adventure turned out to be funny and she herself kept laughing after falling down from a height of 1–2 feet. First Published: May 19, 2025, 19:30 IST
