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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Shubhankar crowned champion of 'Hip Hop India' Season 2
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The second season of 'Hip Hop India' has finally found its winner on Thursday. The battle for the crown reached its ultimate thrilling conclusion as Shubhankar aka Hectik emerged as the winner of the dance competition 'Hip Hop India' Season 2 on Amazon's free streaming service, Amazon MX Player. The grand finale was full of spectacular performances where Shubhankar outshone formidable finalists Hitesh, Rule Breakerz, Aman-Kunal, and Lil Pool to emerge victorious in the battle of dance. With his explosive energy and unmatched command of the KRUMP style, Shubhankar owned the stage and raised the winner's belt in the grand finale. Choreographer-director Remo D'Souza and Malaika Arora judged the show. According to the press note shared by the show makers, Shubhankar expressed his happiness at being crowned the Hip Hop Season 2 winner. 'My journey at Hip Hop India S2 has been incredible and something that I'll never forget. Having Remo sir and Malaika ma'am guiding me throughout is something that will always be close to my heart. KRUMP taught me to move with purpose and speak without words. I'm grateful to everyone who saw that in me. Now it's time to take KRUMP places it's never been,' said Shubhankar as quoted in the press note. Praising his journey, Judge Remo D'Souza shared, 'Shubhankar brought a new language to the stage. His KRUMP performances weren't just powerful, they were honest, intense, and unforgettable. That's what hip hop is all about-- channelling who you are into your art. Week after week, he performed like he had something to prove, and today he proved it to the entire nation.' Actress Malaika Arora also praises Shubhankar's style, presence and commitment to the KRUMP dance style in the show. The grand finale was also attended by the lead cast of ' Dino.' (ANI)
Hans India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shubhankar bags the winning title on ‘Hip Hop India 2'
Mumbai: The reality show 'Hip Hop India 2' has decided its winner for its second season. Contestant Shubhankar, who is known by his stage name, Hectik, was crowned the winner. With Remo D'Souza and Malaika Arora added at the helm as the judges, Bollywood actors Sara Ali Khan and Adtiya Roy Kapur graced the season finale. They were there to promote their upcoming film 'Metro…In Dino'. The finalists included Hitesh, Rule Breakerz, Aman-Kunal, and Lil Pool, each of whom brought their own signature styles to the stage. Shubhankar owned the stage and raised the winner's belt in a moment that was nothing short of electric. He plans to explore new arenas, from reality shows to acting in films, theatre, and web series, paving the way for greater recognition of the genre and showcasing the limitless reach of his artistry. Reacting to his win, Shubhankar said, 'My journey at Hip Hop India S2 has been incredible and something that I'll never forget. Having Remo sir and Malaika ma'am guiding me throughout is something that will always be close to my heart. KRUMP taught me to move with purpose and speak without words. I'm grateful to everyone who saw that in me. Now it's time to take KRUMP places it's never been'. Judge Malaika Arora added, 'From the very beginning, there was a fire in Shubhankar that you couldn't ignore. His style, presence, and commitment to KRUMP made every performance a moment. He didn't just perform, he told stories, and he made you feel magical. Watching him evolve the artist he is today has been truly inspiring—and I believe this is only the beginning for him'. For Aditya Roy Kapur, the show has been such a cool glimpse into how far Indian hip-hop has come. He said, 'Being part of the finale was a great experience, and seeing a true champion, full of passion'. Sara Ali Khan shared, 'The energy tonight at the finale of Realme Hip Hop India Season 2 was phenomenal! Every performer brought their best to the stage. I am inspired by their fearlessness and ability to express themselves in such a bold and courageous manner. Congratulations to Shubhankar and to Amazon MX Player for yet another successful season of the show'. 'Hip Hop India' season 2, is available to stream on Amazon MX Player.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shubhankar Mishra (Unplugged)
Unplugged is a dynamic podcast hosted by Shubhankar Mishra, a former Aaj Tak journalist turned digital creator. Known for his charming personality and engaging communication style, Shubhankar brings unscripted, in-depth conversations with a diverse range of guests, including politicians, actorsm, cricketers, and and spiritual leaders. Transitioning from traditional media to digital content creation, Shubhankar aims to connect authentically with his audience, especially the youth. His podcast offers listeners unique perspectives and deep dives into contemporary affairs. With notable interviews featuring personalities like Arvind Kejriwal, Dr. Kumar Vishwas, and Kangana Ranaut, Unplugged provides a fresh, thought-provoking take on current events and cultural topics.
Times of Oman
11-04-2025
- Climate
- Times of Oman
Bihar: 23 dead as rains wreak havoc in Nalanda, 80 deaths reported in state
Nalanda: The death toll in Bihar's Nalanda district has risen to 23, following storm and rains wreaking havoc in the area, the District Magistrate said on Friday. Earlier, the death toll reported in Nalanda was 22 following the devastating storm and rains. 21 people had died as a result of thunderstorms, with DM Shubhankar confirming to ANI that atleast 1 person died due to lightning while others died due to being buried at different places. "23 people have died in Nalanda. Out of which one died due to lightning and others died due to being buried at different places," the Nalanda DM Shashank Shubhankar told ANI. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has also directed compensation for the families of the victims, and a team has been sent to assess the crop and housing damage in the area. "Action is being taken to compensate all the families as per the instructions of the Chief Minister, and most of the people have been given compensation. Along with this, the team has gone out to assess the crop damage and house damage," the DM said. He said that the work of restoring the 18 kilometres of Low-Tension lines (LT) and 200 electricity poles is ongoing and will be completed by this evening. "There was a challenge to restore the power system because more than 18 kilometres of LT line and more than 300 electricity poles have been uprooted, so it is being restored... All the system will be normal by this evening," he added. A compensation of Rs 4 Lakh has been announced to the families of the deceased. In addition to the loss of human lives, significant damage has also been reported to homes, livestock, and agricultural crops, DM Shubhankar stated, adding that officials will begin an assessment of property and crop damage on Friday, after which compensation for the same will be provided. The powerful storm, which uprooted trees and brought down structures across the region, led to fatalities in multiple blocks of Nalanda. According to the officials, a massive Peepal tree collapsed onto a temple in the Nagma village of the district, killing several people who had gathered to take shelter following the rain and storm. The villagers of the area have claimed a delay in giving them compensation of Rs 4 lakhs. "Compensation has not been received, nothing has been received. Someone had come to meet us; some officers from the government came to the police and identified them. They took our aadhar cards for identifying the deceased," said one of the villagers in Nagma. A total of 80 people have lost their lives following storms in different regions of Bihar. Bihar's Minister of Disaster Management, Vijay Kumar Mandal, said that the government is taking the matter really seriously. Mandal told ANI, "So far, the death toll stands at Minister has announced compensation, we are providing Rs 4 Lakhs each to the bereaved families. People have suffered losses to thunderstorm and rain, farmers too have suffered losses. We are making arrangements for that too. The government is very serious about this, and we will work on it."
