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Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
OKC Thunder jersey history No. 30 - Charles Bradley (1983-84)
The Oklahoma City Thunder (and the Seattle Supersonics before them) have 51 jersey numbers worn by the players who have suited up for the franchise since its founding at the start of the 1967-68 season. To commemorate the players who wore those numbers, Thunder Wire is covering the entire history of jersey numbers and the players who sported them since the founding of the team. And while those Supersonics jerseys may not remain part of the franchise history should a new team be established in Seattle as was the case with the return of the Charlotte Hornets, they are part of the Thunder's history today. Advertisement For this article, we continue with the 30th jersey number in the series, jersey No. 30, with 13 players in total having donned the jersey in the history of the franchise. Thunder City Edition uniform (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images) The fifth of those players did so in the Seattle SuperSonics era, guard alum Charles Bradley. After ending his college career at Wyoming, Bradley was picked up with the 23rd overall selection of the 1981 NBA draft by the Boston Celtics. The Havre De Grace, Maryland native would play the first two seasons of his pro career with the Celtics, ending when he signed with Seattle for the final season of his career. During his time suiting up for the Sonics, Bradley wore only jersey No. 30 and put up 1.4 points per game. All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference. This article originally appeared on OKC Thunder Wire: Thunder jersey history No. 30 - Charles Bradley (1983-84)
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arnav Maggo blends music and acting in Hai Junoon
Actor-singer Arnav Maggo plays Saransh, a passionate college vocalist, in the musical drama Hai Junoon . Starring alongside Neil Nitin Mukesh, Arnav brings a mix of musical experience and acting skill to his role as a member of the band Supersonics at Anderson's College, where Neil plays their mentor. The role allowed Arnav to draw from his real-life background as a trained musician. 'Saransh's journey mirrored my own — a singer chasing his dream,' he says. 'It felt like I was telling my own story on screen.' His musical roots helped him during the audition and throughout the show's performance-heavy sequences. Hai Junoon marks Arnav's second major screen appearance following his debut in Neeraj Pandey's The Freelancer . He also led the short film Aloo Bhujia , directed by Lakshmi Iyer and produced by Gul Panag. The film was showcased at various festivals. Although Arnav and Jacqueline Fernandez , who also debuts on OTT with this series, don't share scenes, they met during promotions. 'She is extremely sweet,' Arnav says. The show follows a campus music rivalry between two bands — The Misfits and Supersonics — as they compete for the GOATs Trophy. Arnav, who grew up in Delhi and studied in New York, splits his time between Dubai, Delhi, and Mumbai. He shares a personal connection to Kolkata, where his mother was raised and his grandfather lived. He fondly remembers childhood visits, especially the food at Bengali weddings. Next, Arnav will appear in a music video. 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 .
NDTV
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Hai Junoon Review: A Symphony Of Flaws Wrapped In Bollywood Beats
New Delhi: In a world where every college drama promises a fresh beat, Hai Junoon: Dream, Dare, Dominate attempts to dance to its own rhythm but ends up stepping on its own toes. Set in the vibrant and fiercely competitive environment of Mumbai's Andersons College, the series throws viewers into the midst of an ongoing rivalry between two student groups: the elite music band Supersonics and the rebellious dance crew Misfits. On paper, the premise feels ripe with potential - passion, rivalry, youthful angst, and the classic underdog story all blended with Bollywood-style musical flair. Unfortunately, this ambitious concoction struggles to hit the right notes and often feels like a cacophony of overused tropes and forced drama. The storyline orbits around Gagan Ahuja (Neil Nitin Mukesh), a former musical prodigy and celebrated alumnus who returns from a decade-long hiatus in Los Angeles to mentor the Supersonics for the college's 50th Founder's Day celebration. Opposing them are the Misfits, a group of passionate and untamed dancers led by Sebi (Sumedh Mudgalkar) and mentored by Pearl Saldhana (Jacqueline Fernandez). The narrative attempts to explore the classic clash of legacy versus rebellion, perfection versus raw talent and the universal search for identity and belonging. While the emotional core promises a meaningful exploration of ambition and self-discovery, the execution often falls flat, buried under a mountain of cliches and predictable conflicts. The writing suffers from an overambitious attempt to juggle numerous social themes, including sexuality, mental health, financial hardship and trauma, all crammed into a 20-episode arc. Instead of nuanced portrayals, these storylines often come across as tokenistic and superficial, detracting rather than adding depth. Characters exist more as checkboxes for inclusivity than as fully fleshed-out individuals. The romance subplots feel obligatory rather than heartfelt, lacking any real chemistry or organic development. Meanwhile, the direction struggles to maintain coherence, leading to a disjointed narrative that frequently veers off course, making it hard for viewers to stay engaged or invested. Neil Nitin Mukesh delivers a restrained and layered performance as Gagan, bringing some emotional gravitas to an otherwise underwritten character. Sumedh Mudgalkar's portrayal of Sebi offers the most genuine spark, grounding the show's energy with his earnest underdog charm. Jacqueline Fernandez, however, disappoints with a performance that feels perfunctory and uninspired, her character lacking a clear arc or motivation. The supporting cast adds some youthful enthusiasm but is hampered by limited screen time and shallow characterisation. Where Hai Junoon does find some footing is in its musical sequences. The choreography is energetic and the reimagined Bollywood numbers add nostalgic appeal. The involvement of veteran singers like Shankar Mahadevan, Shaan, and Sonu Nigam enriches the soundtrack, although the frequent musical interludes sometimes disrupt the flow rather than enhance it. The show's attempt to merge traditional Bollywood musicality with contemporary youth culture is earnest but often clumsy, evoking more comparisons to outdated dance films than groundbreaking new territory. Ultimately, Hai Junoon: Dream, Dare, Dominate is a sprawling, uneven series that tries to do too much with too little focus. Its heart is in the right place - championing passion, inclusivity, and self-expression - but the execution feels overstuffed, inconsistent, and lacking in narrative discipline. What could have been an inspiring ode to youthful dreams ends up feeling like a choreographed slog. For those craving a musical drama, the show offers sporadic moments of enjoyment, but it rarely sustains interest or delivers on its promise. With stronger writing, tighter editing, and more authentic character development, this series might have soared. Instead, it limps across the finish line.
The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Neil Nitin Mukesh on preparing for ‘Hai Junoon': ‘Music runs in my blood'
Streaming giant Jio Hotstar is all set to premiere the musical drama series Hai Junoon! Dream. Dare. Dominate on its platform on May 16. Directed by Abhishek Sharma, the series stars Jacqueline Fernandez and Neil Nitin Mukesh in the lead. Centred around themes of passion, individuality and friendship, the series revolves around a musical competition in which two arch rivals — Misfits and Supersonics — collide. Neil plays the role of Gagan, who, according to a press release by the makers, 'serves as the soul of Supersonics and embodies music itself, channeling rhythm, emotion, and raw intensity.' Speaking about preparing for the role, Neil, son of playback singer Nitin Mukesh and grandson of late veteran singer Mukesh, said, 'Music runs in my blood. When I was young, I had the privilege of training under my grandfather's Guruji. That passion for music never left me, even after I chose acting as my profession. So, when I was offered the role of a pianist, I immediately jumped at it. It's the first time I'm playing a character so closely aligned with who I am, at least when it comes to passion.' Neil added that he closely worked with director Abhishek to develop Gagan's style as well as his emotional arc. 'I also drew inspiration from a number of artists, including my father, Nitin Mukesh, and other legendary singers,' he added. Interestingly, 'Hai Junoon' was the title of a song in Neil's 2009 film, New York, co-starring John Abraham, Katrina Kaif and Irrfan Khan. The cast of Hai Junoon! Dream. Dare. Dominate also features Boman Irani, Siddharth Nigam, Priyank Sharma, Sumedh Mudgalkar, Kunwar Amar, Mohan Pandey, Elisha Mayor, Sanchit Kundra, Santana Roach, Devangshi Sen, Aryan Katoch, Anusha Mani, Bhavin Bhanushali, Yukti Thareja, Arnav Magoo and Saachi Bindra. The series is produced by Jio Creative Labs.
