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Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet Stolen's Jhumpa, Mia Maelzer: From Ishaan Khatter's Beyond The Clouds to BAFTA 2019 nomination, here's all about her
If you are a sucker for thriller crime shows on OTT, then we bet you must have already seen or are planning to watch Stolen. The film starring Abhishek Banerjee, Harish Khanna, Mia Maelzer, Sahidur Rahaman, and Shubham Vardhan has been receiving a positive response on the internet. And we know you want to know all about the cast. But today we are here to give you everything you need to know about Mia, who plays Jhumpa in the film. Mia Maelzer's work before Stolen If you have watched the film or even the trailer, we are sure you will be intrigued to learn more about the lady who plays Jhumpa, whose child is stolen. Her name is Mia Maelzer, and with her acting profess, she has not only created a mark in the Indian film industry but also made her name on the global platform as well. Her short film The Field, directed by Sandhya Suri, won the Best International Short Film Award at the Toronto International Film Festival 2018. This film was also nominated at the prestigious BAFTA 2019, followed by the Indian Film Festival Los Angeles, where it won the grand jury award in 2019. Mia Maelzer's education Mia has completed her schooling in Kolkata's St. Xavier's College and did her graduation in Communicative English from Kolkata University. In 2016, she did her diploma course from the National School Of Drama, Delhi. Well, she has learnt her craft from the best in the field. She trained in American acting by David Lee Strasberg (New York), European Acting by Ariane Mnouchkine (Paris), Koodiyattam (Ancient Eastern Acting Method) by G. Venugopalan (India), Classical Indian Acting by Rita Ganguly (India), along with many other forms across the world. Now you know the secret behind her brilliant work in Stolen. Mia Maelzer's international work She is a UNESCO-recognised actress and has been seen in many other international films. The budding star was also a part of Majid Majidi's Beyond The Clouds, which also starred Ishaan Khatter. She not only played a role in it but was also a casting assistant for it. Other films to her credit include Tikli and Laxmi Bomb, which is available on Netflix and Ek Betukey Aadmi Ki Afra Raatein, where she is playing a lead role along with veteran actor Adil Hussain and two other debutantes. About Stolen The executive producers of Stolen include Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani, and Vikramaditya Motwane. The film is directed by Karan Tejpal and produced by Gaurav Dhingra. The cast features Abhishek Banerjee, Harish Khanna, Mia Maelzer, Sahidur Rahaman, and Shubham Vardhan.
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Sisters lead fight in H'bag, mobilise locals to clean reservoirs
1 2 Hazaribag: On July 16, 2023, Anjali Neeraj (28) and her sister Ruchi (24) formed Vasudha Kalyan Foundation, a non-profit organization aimed at mobilising citizens to fight the growing plastic menace in Hazaribag. Nearly two years later, the sisters have removed 50,000 kg plastic waste from different reservoirs of the city. The sisters said their objective is to connect with the youth, educate them and raise awareness on a green mission which includes turning the city's tourist spots and reservoirs plastic free and initiating a plantation drive. Anjali is a lecturer of English at Inter Science College, Jabra, whereas her sister Ruchi is pursuing a master's in Botany from St. Xavier's College in Ranchi. "We began our initiative with seven volunteers in 2023, and the number has now reached 200. All of our volunteers are college students from Hazaribag and other neighbouring districts," they said. "People pollute surroundings with plastic but hesitate to clean it. So, every Sunday, we hold drive to clean and collect plastic from water bodies, tourist spots. The majority waste we often find are plastic bottles, wrappers of different eatables, chips packets, and empty liquor bottles," Anjali said. Through such campaigns, the waste collected is sold to kabadiwalas, and the amount generated is used for procurement of protective gears for volunteers during their drives. "Through this mission, we are trying to generate awareness regarding environmental changes and call for people's participation," she said, adding that slowly people of all age groups are slowly joining them in weekly drives. Their first initiative was to clean Lara River, a popular tourist spot 20 km away from Hazaribag. Then, the drive was held at Canary Hill, and so on. A native of Bakagaon block and presently living in Baba Path mohalla of the city, Anjali said they have freed six places, including reservoirs, from plastic waste, including Chhath Talab, Hurhuru Talab, Budhwa Mahadev Talab, Hazaribag Jheel, Canary Hill, and Lara River. "We keep cleaning all these places again and again by including them in our list of Sunday campaigns," she added. Last year, during World Environment Day, the United Nations Environment Program praised their work at a program in Ranchi by awarding a certificate of appreciation. Anjali said, "We are a youth-driven action team for the environment, which is essential for ecological balance, improves air quality, and promotes biodiversity."
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
MU first merit list 2025-26 out; St. Xavier's, Ruia cut-offs soar, document verification begins May 28
Mumbai University first merit list 2025-26 admissions released at MU first merit list 2025-26 out: The University of Mumbai has officially released the first merit list for undergraduate (UG) admissions for the academic year 2025-26 on May 27, 2025. The merit lists for affiliated colleges such as St. Xavier's College, Ramnarain Ruia College, and K.P.B. Hinduja College of Commerce have also gone live on their respective websites. Students who applied for admission to various FY (First Year) programs can now check their selection status online. This year witnessed an impressive turnout, with over 2.5 lakh students registering and submitting more than 8 lakh applications for a wide array of UG courses. The overall pass percentage for the HSC (Class 12) examinations stood at 93.67%, with girls outperforming boys once again. The pass percentage for girls was 95.31%, while boys recorded a pass rate of 91.45%. Competitive cut-offs at top colleges Several popular Mumbai colleges have reported high cut-offs across various streams, particularly for self-financed and professional courses. St. Xavier's College , an autonomous institution, announced soaring cut-offs for its sought-after arts and commerce programs. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo For the aided F.Y.B.A. course, the highest cut-off for the general category (Others) was 97.40%, while Christian candidates needed at least 90%. Special category (SWD) students had a cut-off of 95.20%. Self-financed programs witnessed even steeper requirements. The F.Y.B.A. Economics Major & Statistics Minor stream required 97.80% for general applicants and 91.00% for Christians. Similarly, the F.Y.B.A. Psychology & English combination saw a top cut-off of 98.00% for general candidates, while Christian applicants needed 93.33%. The Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting & Finance (BAF) program cut-offs also reached 97.20% for the general category. Ramnarain Ruia College also released its first merit list, with competitive scores across its arts and science programs. While the general F.Y.B.A. cut-off stood at 90%, specialized science programs like Biotechnology demanded 94.6%. The key cut-off percentages from St. Xavier's and Ruia College: College/Program Category Cut-off (%) St. Xavier's F.Y.B.A. (Aided) General (Others) 97.40 St. Xavier's F.Y.B.A. Economics (Self-Fin.) General (Others) 97.80 St. Xavier's F.Y.B.A. Psychology (Self-Fin.) General (Others) 98.00 St. Xavier's (A&F) General (Others) 97.20 Ramnarain Ruia F.Y.B.A. All Streams 90.00 Ramnarain Ruia Biotechnology Science 94.60 Ramnarain Ruia Computer Science Science 80.17 K.P.B. Hinduja College announces merit lists for multiple programs K.P.B. Hinduja College of Commerce also published its merit lists for key undergraduate programs such as BAF, BFM, BBI, BAMMC, and BSc(IT), among others. Candidates are advised to visit the official Hinduja College website to access the full list. Document verification and fee payment schedule Students whose names appear in the first merit list must complete document verification and pay admission fees between May 28 and May 30, 2025. Fee payment will be accepted only via the online payment gateway within 24 hours of approval from the college office, which will be communicated via SMS. Required documents include the original HSC marksheet, leaving certificate, Aadhaar card, pre-enrollment form, and, for students from other boards, additional documents such as a migration certificate and passing certificate. Reserved category candidates must also upload their caste, domicile, and income certificates. How to check the MU first merit list 2025-26 Step 1: Visit or the specific college website Step 2: Navigate to the 'Admissions 2025-26' section Step 3: Select your college and program Step 4: Download the PDF merit list Step 5: Use Ctrl+F to search for your name or application number Upcoming merit lists and admission rounds The second merit list will be released on May 31, 2025, followed by the third on June 5, 2025, subject to seat availability. Counseling fees can be paid from June 18 to June 21, 2025, to finalize admission. Candidates are strongly advised to regularly check college websites and admission portals for updates. Submission of authentic documents and timely payment of fees is mandatory; failing to comply may result in cancellation of admission. Ready to empower your child for the AI era? Join our program now! Hurry, only a few seats left.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cannes 2025: Who is Payal Kapadia? An Indian filmmaker who joined the jury panel after a historic Grand Prix win
Last year was a landmark moment for both Payal Kapadia and Indian cinema when her indie film All We Imagine As Light made history by winning the prestigious Grand Prix at Cannes. This year, she stunned the red carpet in an even more distinguished role. For the 78th edition of the festival in 2025, Payal Kapadia joined the official jury for the main competition, not as a contender, but as a judge. Well, her selection for the jury at Cannes marks a rare and meaningful moment for Indian cinema, especially for the independent filmmakers and women directors. The role of the jury isn't just ceremonial; it also marks a global recognition of her unique artistic voice. This affirms the rise of a new Indian storytelling that breaks away from traditional Bollywood norms. Payal Kapadia at the Cannes Film Festival 2025 💙❤️#Payal #PayalKapadia Who is Payal Kapadia? Payal Kapadia is a renowned Indian filmmaker who captured global attention in 2024 by winning the Grand Prix for her debut feature, All We Imagine As Light, and this year, she has returned to the French Film Festival as a jury member. Her appointment as a juror follows the success she enjoyed at the 77th edition of the festival, making her presence on the jury panel a complete circle moment in her Cannes journey. The 39-year-old director was spotted walking the red carpet on Tuesday at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. She represented India among an international panel of distinguished filmmakers and artists. Payal was born on January 4, 1986, and was immersed in creative arts from an early age. Her mother, Nalini Malani, was also a celebrated painter and video artist, while her father, Shailesh Kapadia, was a psychoanalyst. Kapadia attended the Rishi Valley School in Andhra Pradesh and did her bachelor's at St. Xavier's College in Mumbai. Following this, the director went to Sophia College for Women for her master's. She later pursued her film direction at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). A big win for independent Indian cinema At FTII, Kapadia made her name and was recognised not only for her filmmaking skills but also for her activism, especially for protesting against the controversial appointment of Gajendra Chauhan as the institute's chairman. Additionally, for the 70th Cannes Film Festival, which took place in 2017, her short film Afternoon Clouds was the only Indian entry selected, further establishing her international credentials.
The Hindu
21-04-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Prayers, holy masses offered for Pope Francis
Prayers and holy masses were offered in the churches across Tirunelveli and Tenkasi districts on Monday following the demise of 88-year-old Pope Francis. After Vatican formally declared the demise of the Pope, a portrait of the Pontiff was placed in front of the altar of St. Xavier's Cathedral in Palayamkottai, where the parishioners and the general public offered floral tributes. As a mark of respect, the bells were also sounded in all the churches. Led by Bishop of Palayamkottai RC Diocese Most Rev. S. Antonysamy, the priests offered the condolence prayers and the Holy Mass at St. Xavier's Cathedral, Palayamkottai at 6 p.m. on Monday in memory of the Pope. Since Pope Francis belonged to the Society of Jesus, the Jesuit priests administering good number of educational institutions including St. Xavier's College, St. Xavier's College of Education and St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School, all in Palayamkottai, will organise condolence prayers at Pope Francis Auditorium on the college premises at 12 noon on Tuesday. 'A fitting tribute in the form of prayers and the holy mass will be offered on the occasion,' said sources in the St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School.
