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Varsity created needless controversy, says renowned feminist historian Uma Chakravarti

Varsity created needless controversy, says renowned feminist historian Uma Chakravarti

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Prof. Uma Chakravarti criticises SNDT University for cancelling her lecture without providing any reason. File | Photo Credit: The Hindu Taking a swipe at the SNDT University, the varsity that allegedly cancelled her lecture without providing any reason, feminist historian Uma Chakravarti, 84, who delivered the Neera Desai Memorial Lecture on Saturday (March 14, 2026), said that the university had created a needless controversy. “It is amusing. SNDT was a university which was set up by Maharshi Karve by bringing together Brahmin widows who were cast off in Hindu society by Brahminical patriarchy. I had written the article on Brahminical patriarchy 30 years ago. I wasn’t even going to speak about it during my lecture. But it is counterproductive to be so concerned about it,” she said. She was speaking at Shivaji Mandir in Dadar on ‘A Feminist Looks Back: Four Decades of a Long March’ for a series titled ‘Lectures That Needed to Happen’ organised by the non-profit Mumbai Peace. The invitation to the programme had stated: “Dr. Uma Chakravarti’s talk, scheduled for March …

Sony Entertainment Television presents the timeless saga of Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan — Nation above all!

Sony Entertainment Television presents the timeless saga of Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan — Nation above all!

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May 28, 2025 02:07 PM IST Shaurya Sarvapujyate, Raṣhṭrameva Jayate! Prithviraj Chauhan ki amar gatha ko naman. Sony Entertainment Television brings Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan, a historical saga beginning 4th June at 7:30 PM daily. The show follows the life of a young king who took charge of his fate and stood firm to defend his land. Experience his journey shaped by choices, challenges, and unwavering resolve. Sony Entertainment Television brings Chakravarti Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan, a historical saga Click the link to watch the promo now: Crowned at a young age and defeating one of history’s greatest villains – Muhammad Ghori, Prithviraj Chauhan emerged as one of India’s greatest warrior kings. His courage was not forged solely on the battlefield but in bold decisions guided by duty, compassion, and an unwavering love for his motherland. Click the link to watch the promo now: This is not just any other story but a tale of a king who placed his land above his heart and his people above himself. Prithviraj’s strategic mind made him more than …

Sumona Chakravarti addresses misogyny in Kapil Sharma’s show, says it’s scripted: ‘People need to have common sense’

Sumona Chakravarti addresses misogyny in Kapil Sharma’s show, says it’s scripted: ‘People need to have common sense’

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Mar 30, 2025 04:15 PM IST Sumona Chakravarti clarified there was no rift with Kapil Sharma, explaining their long on-screen partnership.  Television actor Sumona Chakravarti is popularly known for playing Kapil Sharma’s wife on his comedy show, The Kapil Sharma Show. In a recent conversation with Indian Express, she defended the alleged misogyny on Kapil’s show and addressed rumours of a rift between them. (Also Read: Kapil Sharma breaks silence on rumours of depression: It is just a big term for me) Sumona Chakravarti defends the portrayal of misogyny in Kapil Sharma’s comedy show. Sumona defends misogyny on Kapil Sharma’s comedy show Sumona recalled how her friends and close ones used to question her, saying, ‘How can you do such a misogynistic show?’ when she was part of The Kapil Sharma Show. Defending it, she said, “It’s a show! It’s a scripted show! What I really believe, and I’ve always told anyone who has questioned me, is that first and foremost, it’s just acting. It’s just a TV show. Kapil is not insulting Sumona—there’s a …

I want to play a hardcore villain: actor Sumona Chakravarti | Bollywood

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Mumbai, Actor Sumona Chakravarti says she wants to explore characters ranging from an antagonist to an intelligence officer in her new creative journey. I want to play a hardcore villain: actor Sumona Chakravarti The actor, known for TV serial “Bade Acche Lagte Hain” and sketch comedy and celebrity chat shows like “Comedy Nights with Kapil” and “The Kapil Sharma Show”, said she is craving to do fiction. “I want to do hardcore action, a thriller or psychological thriller because I love watching crime and gore on digital . I would love to explore that. I would love to play a hardcore villain or an intelligence officer,” the 36-year-old actor told PTI in an interview here. “Actors are never satisfied fully because we always want to do more and different work. I’ve decided that I want to satiate my craving for fiction and different kinds of work. There’s a lot of good work happening on OTT. I hope people are open to exploring it with me,” she said. Going forward, Chakravarti said she would like to …

Don’t have an answer to it: Sumona Chakravarti on absence from ‘The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show’ | Bollywood

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Mumbai, Actor Sumona Chakravarti says she has been on her own journey and doesn’t have an answer about her absence from the celebrity comedy talk show “The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show”, hosted by her frequent collaborator Kapil Sharma. HT Image The actor, who has been part of Sharma’s shows since 2013, said she is touched by the love of fans who have missed her on the ongoing ensemble Netflix series. Unlock exclusive access to the latest news on India’s general elections, only on the HT App. Download Now! Download Now! Chakravarti featured on Colors’ “Comedy Nights with Kapil” and “The Kapil Sharma Show” on Sony TV . Asked why she isn’t a part of “The Great Indian Kapil Sharma Show”, she told PTI: “I don’t have an answer to this. The show that I was part of, which was on another channel, ended last year in July. Since then, I’ve been on my own journey, doing my own things, networking, and meeting people.” Sharma partnered with streaming service Netflix for a new venture “The …

Khatron Ke Khiladi 14: Rohit Shetty Ditches Cape Town For Romania; Abhishek Kumar & Sumona Chakravarti To Start Shooting On This Date

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Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 Will Not Be Shot In Cape Town. (Photo Credit – Instagram) As Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 draws inches closer, new updates continue to roll in! Rohit Shetty’s stunt show is aiming to find danger in a new global spot and is ditching Cape Town. Confirmed contestants Abhishek Kumar, Sumona Chakravarti, Samarth Jurel, Nimirt Ahluwali, and Gashmeer Mahajani will begin shooting this May. Here are all the new updates from Khatron Ke Khiladi’s latest season! Rohit Shetty is coming back to amp up the danger and scale of fears with the highly anticipated season of Khatron Ke Khiladi 14. After a lot of speculation and updates, a few contestants have been confirmed, as more names continue to pop up. But there is another big change that will happen in Season 14. The stunt show will be ditching Cape Town in Africa, which has been one of the go-to places for the show for many seasons now, for a new global spot. Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 Will Be Shot in Romania? Yes, you …

Sumona Chakravarti: Not winning an award doesn’t mean people didn’t appreciate m

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Till the time you actually don’t hear your name getting announced, it gets difficult to believe. I had my hands clenched tightly right around the announcement. I was overwhelmed. Any form of an accolade boosts you to do better and it is your hard work that is appreciated at the end of the day. Sumona Chakravarti on winning an award I realised that I did my first show on Indian television in 2006 and it’s 2023, that’s 17 years! I have been nominated before, but it was actually the first time that I won it. My heart was racing when my name was announced. I actually went blank for five seconds when I was holding it in my hand. It felt great. Wrap up the year gone by & gear up for 2024 with HT! Click here I had won a Dadasaheb Phalke award for comedy a few years ago and the state of Uttar Pradesh also gave me an award once, but those are like a celebration of my work in the field of …

Just Sumona Chakravarti Making The Most Of The “Golden Hour” In Thailand. See Pics

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Image was shared by Sumona Chakravarti. (courtesy: Sumona Chakravarti) Please don’t disturb, Sumona Chakravarti. The actress is busy “making the most of the golden hour”. How do we know, you ask? Sumona has announced it on Instagram with a stellar album. The actress, who jetted off to Phuket, Thailand last week, looks gorgeous in a red swimsuit. The pictures are from her time by the pool. Sumona’s infectious smile has added more stars to it. The actress, who is also part of the show The Kapil Sharma Show, didn’t think much about the caption and just wrote, “Making the most of the golden hour.” She has also added  Sun and palm tree emojis to the post. Sumona’s fans have dropped fire and red hearts in the comments section.  For Sumona Chakravarti, the mantra for beach holidays is – “Tan. Swim. Tan. Repeat.” The actress opened her beach dairies with an oh-so-gorgeous photo of herself. Here, Sumona is sitting by the beach with her back facing the camera. Her side note read, “Hello Sunday! Tan. Swim. …

Sumona Chakravarti Shares Dreamy Pics From Holiday In Turkey

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Suumona shared this image. (courtesy: sumonachakravarti) New Delhi: Sumona Chakravarti is one of the most recognisable faces on Indian television. The actress is also popular on social media for her unfiltered content. Now, Sumona has shared a set of images from her  vacation in Turkey. She has dropped a bunch of stunning photos on Instagram that have received compliments from all quarters. The pictures feature the beautiful locations of Turkey as well as Sumona in her fashionable best. In the caption, Sumona wrote, “Ended 2022 with the most spectacular sunrise of the year. From freezing Cappadocia to the sunny cold weather in Bodrum! Thank you, Universe for the experience and the memories. Part 1/2. #TurkeyDiaries #iphonephotography.” She also added heart and amulet emojis. Now, we cannot wait for the second set of images that Sumona has promised in the caption. On New Year, Sumona Chakravarti shared a beautiful image of herself and said: “2022…Thank you for the good, the bad and the ugly! Thank you to those who stayed; and to those who left. Thank …