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Indian Express
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Vikramaditya Motwane slams AI-generated film Chiranjeevi Hanuman: ‘Who needs directors and writers when…'
Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal, a film made completely using AI, was announced for a theatrical release recently. After the news was out, filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane expressed his disappointment about the usage of artificial intelligence over creativity in cinema. Slamming the same on social media, he mentioned that the AI trend has officially begun, and will soon put talented artists out of work. After the news of the AI film was announced, Vikramaditya took to his Instagram Stories to call it out. He opened up about his fears about AI having the ability to replace creative artists in the film industry. While reposting the first poster on his account, he wrote, 'And so it begins… Who TF needs writers and directors when its 'Made in AI'.' Check out his Instagram Story: On Tuesday, Abundantia Entertainment and Collective Media Network's Historyverse announced its AI-generated, 'Made-In-AI' and 'Made in India' film, based on the life of Lord Hanuman. The movie is set to hit the theatres on Hanuman Jayanti, 2026. As per the makers, Chiranjeevi Hanuman will be inspired from the Ramayana and ancient Puranic texts. They will use AI to add new essence and technology into old tales. Artificial Intelligence will play a major role in bringing together a visual spectacle 'designed to be enjoyed as a shared experience in theatres.' ALSO READ | 'India is most enthusiastic to transform with AI': Sam Altman on Nikhil Kamath's podcast; urges 25-year-olds to… The production of the film has been managed by a team of more than 50 engineers who are working with cultural experts to write the script and narrative. The music will be made using Trilok, an AI-powered band, which is known for mixing spiritual sounds with traditional rhythms. During an interview with Hindustan Times earlier, Vikramaditya Motwane expressed concerns about the threats of AI and said, 'I see AI as a threat. The threat is not from the creators using it. The threat is from the people with money wanting to use it to save more money for themselves. The threat comes from there. It's about the people in power using it to be able to say, 'I can use AI and then I will not hire X number of people for my job', or 'I can use AI and I can get rid of X number of people'.'
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
AI-generated film Chiranjeevi Hanuman announced, Vikramaditya Motwane not pleased about it: ‘So it begins'
A film created entirely with AI, Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal, has been announced for a theatrical release, making Vikramaditya Motwane's long-expressed concerns about artificial intelligence taking over creativity in cinema seem like a reality. The filmmaker has come forward to call it out. On Tuesday, Abundantia Entertainment and Collective Media Network's Historyverse announced its AI-generated, 'Made-In-AI' and 'Made in India', motion picture. Chiranjeevi Hanuman – The Eternal announced On Tuesday, Abundantia Entertainment and Collective Media Network's Historyverse announced its AI-generated, 'Made-In-AI' and 'Made in India', motion picture for theatrical release on the life of Lord Hanuman. The film is set for release on Hanuman Jayanti 2026. According to the makers, the film will draw inspiration from the Ramayana and ancient Puranic texts, using AI to breathe new life into centuries-old stories. They will be using AI to weave together a visual spectacle 'designed to be enjoyed as a shared experience in theatres'. The production is anchored by a team of over 50 engineers who are working closely with cultural scholars and literary experts to script the narrative. The soundtrack will be created by Trilok, the AI-powered band, known for blending spiritual sounds with contemporary rhythms. Vikramaditya reacts As soon as the news was announced, Vikramaditya took to Instagram Stories to call it out. He reiterated his fears about AI potentially displacing creative professionals in the entertainment industry. Vikramaditya's Story. "And so it begins… Who TF needs writers and directors when its 'Made in AI',' he wrote while re-posting the announcement on his handle. Some time back in an interview with Hindustan Times, Vikramaditya confessed that he looks at AI as a threat. He said, 'I see AI as a threat. The threat is not from the creators using it. The threat is from the people with money wanting to use it to save more money for themselves. The threat comes from there. It's about the people in power using it to be able to say, 'I can use AI and then I will not hire X number of people for my job', or 'I can use AI and I can get rid of X number of people'.' More about the film Explaining the thought behind putting AI into use for the film, Vijay Subramaniam, Founder & Group CEO, Collective Artists Network, shared, 'With this film, we have the extraordinary opportunity to reimagine cultural storytelling for an audience that cherishes both tradition and innovation.' 'Our approach is rooted in authenticity and cultural stewardship, ensuring complete transparency about the role of AI in the creative process,' he shared. To this, Vikram Malhotra, founder & CEO at Abundantia Entertainment, added that they used 'cutting-edge tech & tools to tell one of India's most iconic stories – the story of Lord Hanuman – in a never-before manner.' 'Hanuman Ji is not just a God and a beacon of our culture but he is also a symbol of eternal faith, devotion and strength for hundreds of millions of his worshippers around the world. We take the responsibility of telling this story with immense gratitude and humility,' he added.
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Vikramaditya Motwane says Bhavesh Joshi Superhero was ‘angrier'; fans ask sequel even as he says ‘no one watched it'
Director-producer Vikramaditya Motwane spoke about his 2018 vigilante film Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, which did not work at the box office but has gained a cult following through the years. In an interview with IMDb, the filmmaker got candid about how 'no one watched' the film, but it has since received love. (Also Read: Vikramaditya Motwane has a mic-drop reaction to Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos' comment on Sacred Games. See pic) Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor in a still from Vikramaditya Motwane's Bhavesh Joshi Superhero. Vikramaditya spoke about how Bhavesh Joshi Superhero was born out of his anger at the system, with the passport scene from the film, in particular, being inspired by real life. He then said, 'The original script was a lot angrier. It almost got made a couple of times but didn't, so I put it to bed for a while.' The project was revived when Abhay Koranne read the script and asked Vikramaditya to work on it. Vikramaditya also said that his love for superhero films and graphic novels, along with a sense of real-life injustice, inspired Bhavesh Joshi Superhero. He said, 'When the film was released, no one went and saw it in theatres. To see the love and passion for the film now is very heartening. " He ended the video by teasing that there might be a sequel. Comments under the interview saw fans of the vigilante film ask for a sequel. One person wrote, 'Only a Bhavesh Joshi sequel can fix me now.' Another wrote, 'Sequeeeeelll.' Another wrote, 'Movie to achi thi hi soundtrack bhi Boht mast tha (The movie was good, as was the soundtrack).' Some fans even commented, asking Vikramaditya to re-release the film in theatres. About Bhavesh Joshi Superhero Bhavesh Joshi Superhero follows the origin tale of a young man named Siku (Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor) who turns into a masked vigilante after his friend is murdered. Set against a corrupt system, Siku fights against indifference as a crusader on a mission. Priyanshu Painyuli, Ashish Verma, and Nishikant Kamat also star in the film, which is available for streaming on JioHotstar.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Ancient Andhra inscriptions found in Germany, Kadapa forest
1 2 Hyderabad: Two rare inscriptions linked to Andhra Pradesh's ancient history have surfaced—one in Munich, Germany, and the other in the Lankamalla forest of Kadapa district. These finds shed light on the cultural and administrative legacy of dynasties like the Eastern Chalukyas, Maitrakas, and Bhanjas. A copperplate charter from the Eluru–Pithapuram region, dating to the 9th–10th century CE, is currently in the Bavarian State Library. Written in Sanskrit using Telugu script, the corroded inscription likely records a village grant by an Eastern Chalukya king, with names like Vikramaditya and Mangi Yuvaraja faintly visible. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is now documenting Indian-origin copperplates housed abroad, with repatriation efforts already underway for the Leiden charters. The Munich collection also includes Maitraka and Bhanja plates. Shell script inscriptions In a separate discovery, three 6th-century CE inscriptions carved on stone were found in Lankamalla forest. Written in Sanskrit and Shell script, they are believed to mark pilgrim visits. Phrases such as Bhagate Radhiya and Dharadhisha Bhagavata appear in the text. Shell script remains largely undeciphered despite attempts by noted epigraphists like BN Mukherjee and Richard Solomon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Вот что поза во сне говорит о вашем характере! Удивительные Новости Undo This marks the first such find in Andhra Pradesh, expanding the known geographical spread of Shell inscriptions. "The discovery of Shell inscriptions in Lankamalla is noteworthy. Earlier, such inscriptions were found only in north India and the Deccan region. This marks the first instance of Shell inscriptions being discovered in the Lankamalla forest of Andhra Pradesh, expanding the geographical range of these ancient texts," ASI epigraphy director K Muniratnam Reddy said. ASI's epigraphy wing has called for more data to trace and preserve such artefacts globally.
Indian Express
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
This Word Means: Aircraft carrier
Why now? Addressing officers and sailors onboard INS Vikrant off the coast of Goa, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday (May 30) said that Pakistan would have split into four parts if the Navy had come into 'full form' during Operation Sindoor. INS Vikrant is one of two aircraft carriers in the fleet of the Indian Navy, the other being the flagship INS Vikramaditya. It is the Navy's most potent weapon as well as its most strategic asset, one that Pakistan simply has no answer for. As the name suggests, an aircraft carrier is a warship meant to serve as a seagoing airbase, one that allows for both the deployment and recovery of aircraft. A carrier typically comes with a functional flight deck from and on which fighter jets, helicopters, and small military transport planes can take off and land, as well as a hangar to park these aircraft. Its main offensive weapon are fighter aircraft, which can ensure air superiority even in places far away from home. But aircraft carriers are also massive, multi-billion floating targets for enemies. This is why they seldom travel alone, and generally lead what is known as a 'carrier strike/battle group' comprising destroyers, missile cruisers, frigates, submarines, and supply ships. These other ships both protect the carrier and add to its offensive capabilities. Carriers came into their own during World War II, by which time fighter aircraft had become advanced and reliable enough to become more capable than the naval guns as offensive weapons. Aircraft carriers could strike much deeper into enemy territory than any other ship, and do so with a level of unprecedented accuracy. Today, a carrier is considered the most potent marine military asset for any nation, and essential for any 'blue water navy', that is, a navy with the capacity to project power in the high seas. But only a very select group of nations possesses an aircraft carrier, fewer possess more than one carrier, and fewer still possess the capability to build one. INS Vikrant was the first indigenously-built aircraft carrier of the Indian Navy. Vikramaditya is a modified Russian Kiev-class carrier. The Navy plans to add a third carrier into its fleet over the next decade or so. With a displacement of 45,000 tonnes, INS Vikrant is the largest warship to have ever been built in India. The Navy claims that roughly 76% of the ship comprises indigenous content, including 23,000 tonnes of steel, 2,500 km of electric cables, 150 km of pipes, 2,000 valves, and a wide range of finished products including rigid hull boats, galley equipment, air-conditioning and refrigeration plants, and steering gear. Vikrant can carry up to 34 aircraft, with Russian-made MiG 29K fighter jets being its primary offensive weapon. It is operated by a crew of 1,600, and effectively operates like a small town in the high seas, one that has its own hospital with two operation theatres and an ICU, workshop for mechanics, and three galleys which can feed 600 people at a time.
