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Aamir Khan says method acting ‘gives people a lot of freedom to misbehave’: ‘I’m not that good an actor’ | Bollywood News

Aamir Khan says method acting ‘gives people a lot of freedom to misbehave’: ‘I’m not that good an actor’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiUpdated: May 16, 2026 02:26 PM IST Aamir Khan, popularly known as “the perfectionist” or “the thinking Khan,” has long captivated audiences with his ability to reinvent himself with every role. Known for immersing himself  into his characters, the superstar often surprises fans with new personas and distinct avatars in every project. Yet, Aamir believes that fully becoming a character is something impossible. ‘I am not that good an actor’ Recently, during a Screen Academy Masterclass, held at Whistling Woods International, he shared his perspective on acting with Priyanka Sinha Jha, COO, Screen Academy. He explained that no matter how many decades one spends in front of the camera, truly becoming a character remains elusive. “I would love to say this line because it sounds damn exciting, ‘I get so lost in the character that I actually become that person, and then I don’t understand anything around me.’ That has never happened to me. And I have been doing this for some 38 years now.” He added that while being completely immersed during a …

Trump runs out of options, itches to restart failed ‘Project Freedom’ as Iran keeps US on its toes?

Trump runs out of options, itches to restart failed ‘Project Freedom’ as Iran keeps US on its toes?

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Published on May 09, 2026 12:29 pm IST Tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate as fresh political and military developments intensify the already volatile Middle East situation. President Donald Trump is reportedly facing narrowing diplomatic options as Iran continues to delay responses to Washington’s proposals, while global attention grows around the future of the controversial “Project Freedom” initiative. Reports suggest that Trump is considering reviving or expanding the operation after earlier suspension, amid rising pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. At the same time, U.S. officials including Secretary Marco Rubio have indicated that Iran’s response to recent diplomatic outreach is expected soon, adding further urgency to the unfolding crisis. Military tensions have also been rising, with continued naval activity, sanctions pressure, and regional instability involving Gulf allies. Countries like Saudi Arabia and others have been closely monitoring the situation, with conflicting reports emerging over airspace access, military coordination, and regional security cooperation. The broader conflict has already disrupted oil trade flows, heightened fears of escalation, …

Producer Shah Rukh Khan never goes on set, gives director ‘freedom’, reveals Saif Ali Khan: ‘His presence can overwhelm’

Producer Shah Rukh Khan never goes on set, gives director ‘freedom’, reveals Saif Ali Khan: ‘His presence can overwhelm’

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Apart from being one of the most successful Indian actors, Shah Rukh Khan is also one of the leading film producers in India. Under his banner, Red Chillies, he has produced several blockbuster films and trending web series. Now, he is coming out with a new film, Kartavya, set to stream on Netflix. At the film’s trailer launch in Mumbai on Thursday, its lead star and SRK’s longtime friend Saif Ali Khan opened up about ‘producer SRK’. Shah Rukh Khan and Saif Ali Khan are collaborating again for Kartavya. Saif Ali Khan on ‘producer’ Shah Rukh Khan Shah Rukh and Saif have worked together in Nikkhil Advani’s iconic 2003 film, Kal Ho Naa Ho. Following this, they wowed audiences as co-hosts for the Filmfare Awards on three separate occasions. Now, Kartavya brings them back as collaborators as an actor-producer pair. At the trailer launch, Saif opened up about his long history with Shah Rukh. “I’ve had a lovely and long association with Shah Rukh. He’s someone I look up to in many, many ways. I …

Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships out of Strait of Hormuz; calls it ‘Project Freedom’

Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships out of Strait of Hormuz; calls it ‘Project Freedom’

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US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) said that US will ‘guide’ the ships of several countries safely out of the Strait of Hormuz, so “they can freely and ably get on with their business.” Calling it “Project Freedom,” Trump said the process will begin from Monday (Middle east time). Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships out of Strait of Hormuz (AFP) In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that countries from around the world have asked the US to help in freeing up their Ships, which are locked up in the Strait of Hormuz. These countries, he said, have “absolutely nothing” to do with the ongoing Iran war and are “merely neutral and innocent bystanders” “For the good of Iran, the Middle East, and the United States, we have told these Countries that we will guide their Ships safely out of these restricted Waterways, so that they can freely and ably get on with their business,” Trump said in the post. He reiterated that these ships are from countries that are not …

US blockade: India says monitoring developments, calls for ‘unimpeded freedom of navigation’ through Hormuz | Business News

US blockade: India says monitoring developments, calls for ‘unimpeded freedom of navigation’ through Hormuz | Business News

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6 min readNew DelhiApr 13, 2026 06:43 PM IST Following the announcement from the US that its forces will start blockading Iranian ports around the Strait of Hormuz from Monday, India again advocated “unimpeded freedom of navigation and global flow of commerce” through the critical maritime chokepoint, through which about a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) usually transit. Vessel movements through the narrow waterway between Iran and Oman, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea, have effectively been halted due to the West Asia war; India has consistently pressed for free and safe navigation through the Strait. “We are closely following the developments in the West Asia region. As we have continuously advocated earlier, de-escalation dialogue, and diplomacy are essential to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict. We expect that unimpeded freedom of navigation and global flow of commerce would prevail through the Strait of Hormuz,” Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at the government’s inter-ministerial media briefing on the West Asia crisis. After the failed Islamabad …

What is the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill? | Explained

What is the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill? | Explained

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The story so far: The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, was passed by both Houses of the Maharashtra Legislature a few days ago. The Bill has been opposed by several civil society organisations, which have expressed apprehensions about the State encroaching on the personal liberty of its citizens. They claim that the Bill violates the fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. What is the Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill? The Maharashtra Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, has been defined as “a Bill to provide for protection of right to freedom of religion and prohibition of unlawful conversion from one religion to another, and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.” It aims to prohibit conversions carried out through allurement, misrepresentation, force, undue influence, coercion, or any other fraudulent means. It lays down an elaborate procedure for conversion, including a declaration of intent with 60-days’ prior notice. A post-conversion declaration is also required. What are the key provisions? Under the proposed Act, it is mandatory for the police officer to register a complaint even if …

275 former Judges, officials slam U.S. international religious freedom report

275 former Judges, officials slam U.S. international religious freedom report

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Twitter image of United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. As many as 275 former judges, civil servants and armed forces veterans have criticised a recent report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), which recommended a ban on the RSS. Terming it “highly motivated”, they said it displayed “intellectual bankruptcy and deranged calculations”. In a joint statement issued on Saturday (March 21, 2026), they urged the U.S. government to carry out a strict background check of all the contributors to this “highly prejudiced and untenable report” in USCIRF, alleging vested interests aimed at vitiating their goodwill with the people of Bharat. “USCIRF’s recommendation to freeze assets, restricted movement of Bharatiya citizens and placing restrictions on those associated with RSS is highly motivated, and displays intellectual bankruptcy and deranged conclusions,” the signatories said in a joint statement. “All six commissioners of USCIRF are appointed by U.S. Government and funded by American Taxpayers through the U.S. Congress. We call upon the U.S. Government to carry out a strict background check of all the …

PM Modi speaks to Iran President; stresses on freedom of navigation, ensuring shipping lanes open

PM Modi speaks to Iran President; stresses on freedom of navigation, ensuring shipping lanes open

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This was the second telephonic conversation between Prime Minister Modi and the Iranian President since the present conflict started on February 28. File | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (March 21, 2026) conveyed Id and Nowruz greetings to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, expressing hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia. In his telephonic conversation with the Iranian leader, Prime Minister Modi condemned the attacks on critical infrastructure in the region, which threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains, and reiterated the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring that shipping lanes remain open and secure. “Spoke with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings. We expressed hope that this festive season brings peace, stability and prosperity to West Asia,” the prime minister said in a post on X. “Condemned attacks on critical infrastructure in the region, which threaten regional stability and disrupt global supply chains,” he said. Spoke with President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and conveyed Eid and Nowruz greetings. We …

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt song Sarke Chunar banned, I&B Minister tells Lok Sabha: ‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’

Nora Fatehi, Sanjay Dutt song Sarke Chunar banned, I&B Minister tells Lok Sabha: ‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’

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The controversy surrounding KD: The Devil’s track Sarke Chunar, featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt, has now spilled over into the Lok Sabha. Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has weighed in on the debate, taking a strong stance against the song and emphasising that freedom of speech comes with reasonable restrictions. Sarke Chunrar is a dance number from the upcoming pan-India Kannada film KD: The Devil. Ashwini Vaishnaw slams Sarke Chunar On Wednesday, while speaking in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw slammed the controversial Bollywood song ‘Sarke Chunar’ and revealed that it has been banned. He was responding after the issue was raised in the Lower House by Samajwadi Party MP Anand Bhadouria, who sought clarification from the government regarding the controversial track. Address the matter, Vaishnaw said, “Already ban lag chuka hai. Main spasht taur se aapke madhyam se sadan ko kehna chahunga, ke freedom of speech mein jo responsible restrictions hain unse hi chalna chahiye (A ban has been imposed on the song. We must operate according to …

Nora Fatehi-Sanjay Dutt song ‘Sarke Chunar’ banned, I&B minister tells Parliament: ‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’ | Bollywood News

Nora Fatehi-Sanjay Dutt song ‘Sarke Chunar’ banned, I&B minister tells Parliament: ‘Freedom of speech cannot be absolute’ | Bollywood News

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The controversial song “Sarke Chunar” featuring Nora Fatehi and Sanjay Dutt from the film KD: The Devil has been banned following the uproar over its its suggestive lyrics and choreography. Addressing the issue in the Lok Sabha, Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed that the track has been banned. ‘Sarke Chunar’ banned Speaking in Parliament, Vaishnaw said, “A ban has been imposed on the song. We must operate according to the reasonable restrictions under the Freedom of Speech. Freedom of Speech cannot be absolute, it has to be in the context of the society and culture.” #WATCH | Speaking in Lok Sabha, on the ban on Bollywood film song ‘Sarke Chunariya’, Union Minister for Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw says,” A ban has been imposed on the song. We must operate according to the reasonable restrictions under the Freedom of Speech.… pic.twitter.com/TMSBaiLVke — ANI (@ANI) March 18, 2026 The development comes after days of intense backlash against the song’s double entendre lyrics, which had already sparked criticism from sections of the film …