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India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This actor once gave tough competition to Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, was offered 40 films at once, but disappeared due to..., now he is....
Bollywood is a place where stardom doesn't last for years and years if you become inept in the industry. Irrespective of an actor making a power-packed debut, if the star does not pick scripts that align with the audience, they may soon be replaced. Today, we will discuss an actor who made his debut in 1983, but his breakthrough came in 2000. Before his superhit film, this actor did 10 movies but still remained anonymous. Actor Who Gave Tough Competition to Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan His green eyes and innocent looks drove audiences crazy. There was a time when this actor gave tough competition to stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan. If you are wondering who we are talking about, then this star is Jugal Hansraj. Jugal was one of those actors in the industry who made fans go crazy with his looks. He started his journey in 1983 with the film Masoom. Over the next few years, he did other films including Jhutha Sach, Loha, The Don, and more. Jugal Hansraj's Breakthrough Jugal's major breakthrough came when he featured in Mohabbatein alongside Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan. When Jugal Hansraj entered the film industry, many believed he was destined to be the next superstar. However, his fortunes soon took a drastic turn, and he was labeled 'unlucky' by those in the industry. At one point, when his career seemed to be on the rise, directors and producers were lining up to sign him. The demand was so high that Jugal reportedly signed as many as 40 films at once, though only a few were eventually made while others never saw the light of day. In an interview, Hansraj revealed that he was called a jinx when he went to film events. Jugal Hansraj is currently working with Dharma Productions as part of their creative team, focusing on script selection and development.
Wales Online
21-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Viral London burger chain famous for 'smicken fries' to open first Welsh venue
Viral London burger chain famous for 'smicken fries' to open first Welsh venue The viral burger chain which has soared in popularity in the UK is opening its first ever Welsh branch Work has already begun on their brand new site, located in Cardiff's Wood Street (Image: Bethany Gavaghan ) Viral hamburger chain Smacks is going to be opening its first store in Wales - and work has already begun on their brand new site, located in Cardiff on Wood Street. There is currently signage advertising the burger chain's arrival in the unit between Black Sheep Coffee and Burger King, and is in a prime spot for commuters, being so close to Cardiff Central station. Announcing their arrival to the city, they describe the chain describes itself as a 'viral trending brand' which has gathered over 23.6 million 'organic views' on social media on their signs outside. No date has been confirmed yet, but the chain has shared that it is 'coming soon' on the signs placed around the building where work is already being carried out to prepare for their launch. So what can you eat there? They are known for offering a range of freshly made beef and chicken burgers, as well as a veggie patty option and various other alternatives, which look insane judging by their menu. Smacks will open up just next to Black Sheep Coffee (Image: Bethany Gavaghan ) Their classic cheeseburger is a go-to for a lot of people according to TikTok but the Big Smack which is stacked with four beef patties is also a popular option and for chicken lovers, there's also the spicy chicken burger and the 'Smicken' (fried chicken drenched in house hot sauce). Article continues below More inventive options include The Don, which layers spicy chicken with Angus beef, and a rich brisket burger made with slow-cooked meat. Sides aren't an afterthought as they also do loaded fries which come piled with beef, cheese sauce and crispy onions, while the Smicken fries give chicken fans something to get excited about. They also do breakfast, with egg muffins, bagels and more available for an early start, and they also offer a number of saver meals as well as a kids menu, and also a range of desserts and milkshakes. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here Smacks Hamburgers started out in South London, with its first location opening in Thornton Heath in 2021. The idea behind it was to offer fresh, quality fast food like burgers made from freshly ground Angus beef and daily-prepared fried chicken and the brand quickly gained attention, thanks to a lot of social media buzz on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The company itself was officially registered in 2020, and since then, Smacks has expanded to other areas, including places in England like Preston, Brighton and Southport, Article continues below According to the Smacks Hamburgers website, they will soon be launching in the USA, and have also just opened up their first Scottish branch in Glasgow. The chain is also growing through dark kitchens and delivery services, making it easier for people to try their food even if there's no physical location nearby.
Press and Journal
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Press and Journal
Why this Aberdeen beach cafe switched to homemade gelato
Paul Dawson swapped life in the fairground for running Pavilion café on Aberdeen beach nine years ago. Paul spent 17 years operating 'kiddie rides' at the city's fairground, his father running a prize bingo. And after making the switch to the food and drink scene, he was keen to bring something unique to his Pavilion café. The idea came to him in the form of homemade gelato. 'I wanted to bring a more passionate presence into the place,' he says. 'And the only way to do that is by making your own.' The name 'Buzz Gelato', says Paul, is a reference to the 'vibration of positivity' he hopes the dessert transfers to his customers. Paul, accompanied by chief gelato maker Maciek Ciechanowicz, visits Italy every year for inspiration, trying out different flavours of gelato. Some cafes across the city source their ice cream from local suppliers, such as Rizza's of Huntly or Forest Farm Dairy, while some others offer the classic Mr Whippy. But Paul was keen to make his own onsite. He says: 'I love bringing unique colours and flavours of gelato to our customers. 'I think what sets us apart from other places is that we make a handmade product in house, and we don't have to depend on suppliers.' The team also offer low sugar gelato for dogs, made with peanut butter and banana, which has been 'massive,' says Paul. 'I work at the windows, and I really enjoy that. 'Pets are the same as the people – you build up relationships with them. And then the dogs get to know you. 'It's a lot of fun, because there are a lot of dogs along the beach front.' There are a range of quirky and more traditional flavours of gelato on offer at Pavilion café, including orange and mandarin and blueberry cheesecake, plus sorbet. The café also offers 'The Don' gelato, an ode to Aberdeen Football Club. But Paul says he isn't one to follow trends. 'Because we're making flavours that are unique to ourselves, we've built up a following of people that come in to try our new ones,' he adds. 'Dubai chocolate has been trending, right? But we don't really want to be following the trends. We want to do flavours that are unique to us.' Pavilion café team member Maciek Ciechanowicz is the chief gelato maker at the beachfront café. He utilises an ice cream machine, pasteuriser and blast freezer to bring the gelato and sorbet to life. Using ingredients sourced from Italy, they tell me, they mix this with the base mix (pasteurised milk, double cream, sugar and dextrose). To fill the pasteuriser – which has a 60 litre capacity – Maciek needs to use 39 litres of milk, nine litres of double cream, 7.5 kilos of sugar and one kilo of dextrose. During busy weeks, he can make as much as 300 litres of gelato. The pasteurising process takes around an hour and a half, and then it takes half an hour in the ice cream machine. Using the blast freezer, the ice cream is quickly lowered in just ten minutes to a temperature of -35 degrees to give it the right texture. 'I get a lot of pride when customers tell me they're happy,' says Maciek. 'That feels great.'
