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Lilly Singh: Indians now see my presence in the West as meaningful

Lilly Singh: Indians now see my presence in the West as meaningful

Lilly Singh started off her journey as a content creator on social media, but owing to her popularity in the Indian diaspora in the West, she became the first female late night show host and also bagged acting opportunities. Recently, she was seen in the show Deli Boys 2, and Lilly Singh insists that her work credit has changed the way people in India look at her. Lilly Singh (Photo: Facebook) “Years ago, when I used to go to India, people would be excited because I was this comedic personality on YouTube and they were like ‘you’re really funny and we watch your content and we laugh a lot’. Now, the reaction is a little different. It’s not so much like, ‘we watch your content and we think you’re so funny’. It’s like, ‘wow, it’s really meaningful. Your presence in the West is really meaningful and the conversations you’re having are really important’,” she says, adding that the reaction from Indians has evolved over time on her work and she is enjoying that more. Watch …

Auroville residents want more meaningful role in its present and future

Auroville residents want more meaningful role in its present and future

Visitors at the exhibition on Auroville conducted in Chennai on Saturday. | Photo Credit: S.R. RAGHUNATHAN A section of Auroville residents have called for greater transparency in adhering to the Auroville Foundation Act, 1988, and in major decisions affecting the international township’s land, ecology, residents, and its future. Interacting with visitors and the media during an exhibition titled “Auroville: An Experiment Under Threat” here on Saturday, residents said they were trying to get national and international support for their cause. “We want meaningful participation of residents in decisions affecting the community we we have built over the last 60 years,” a resident said. Several actors, politicians and activists, including Piyush Manush, Vetrimaaran, Andrea Jeremiah, and Americai V. Narayanan, visited the exhibition. Arun Ambathy, who has been involved with Auroville since 2018 and runs several social enterprises, said the development paradigm being imposed through the Central Public Works Department was against Auroville’s ideals. He cited the use of heavy cement concrete for laying roads and construction activities undertaken without offsetting measures. The present administration is detrimental …

Bihu Special | Devoleena Bhattacharjee: Being a mother has made the festival more meaningful

Bihu Special | Devoleena Bhattacharjee: Being a mother has made the festival more meaningful

For Assam-born Devoleena Bhattacherjee, Rongali Bihu — celebrated today and marking the Assamese New Year — is a time to look ahead with hope and gratitude, as she wishes for “new opportunities and growth”. “There are three types of Bihu, and currently we are celebrating Rongali or Bohag Bihu, the most significant one, marking the Assamese New Year, spring, and the start of the farming season. Bihu is not just a festival for Assam, it’s the soul of the state… I look for new opportunities and growth, and hope the year is prosperous for my family, my friends, and everyone,” the actor shares. Bihu Special | Devoleena Bhattacharjee: Being a mother has made the festival more meaningful Her childhood memories of Bihu are steeped in colour, music and tradition. Recalling those moments, the 40-year-old says, “Celebrating Bihu with traditional music, dance, and feasts has always been special. I loved dressing up in the traditional mekhela chador, a two-piece ensemble made from muga, paat, or eri silk. It has a cylindrical lower Mekhela and a long, …

Love Horoscope Today for March 17, 2026: A spontaneous moment could lead to a meaningful connection

Love Horoscope Today for March 17, 2026: A spontaneous moment could lead to a meaningful connection

Aries: Mars is pushing you to consider your actions more than usual, Aries. Instead of waiting for someone else to take action, you usually do little yourself. For those who are single, you often hesitate to stop your progress. The same hesitation applies to committed relationships; although you might want to put in some effort, you have not shown enough. Change your approach to get the results that you want. Love and Relationship Horoscope Today for March 17, 2026 (Freepik) Taurus: Venus is bringing your attention to having a solid foundation within all parts of your romantic life. If you are single, you should focus on finding an established partner instead of those moments that resemble a scene from a movie and are less likely to come true. For those who are in committed relationships, stability with a future together will be more important than short-term passion. Begin working on the routines that will establish a solid relationship rather than seeking instant excitement. Gemini: Mercury recommends you examine your communication methods more thoroughly today. If …

Naga Chaitanya reflects on meaningful shift in his career with his 1st ₹100 crore hit Thandel in 2025

Naga Chaitanya reflects on meaningful shift in his career with his 1st ₹100 crore hit Thandel in 2025

₹100 crore hit Thandel in 2025″ data-collapse-article=”false” > Updated on: Jan 06, 2026 05:15 pm IST Naga Chaitanya, who tasted success in 2025 with Thandel, talks about how it changed his career and his upcoming film, Vrusha Karma.  Actor Naga Chaitanya’s career seemed to be struggling due to films like Custody and Thank You, when Thandel changed his life in 2025. The film became his first ₹100 crore grosser, following the success of his OTT debut in 2023 with Dhootha. Chaitanya remarks that both the film and the web series marked a meaningful shift in his career. Naga Chaitanya reflects on his career, getting a breakthrough in 2025 with Thandel. Naga Chaitanya reflects on his successful 2025 “2025 has been a significant year for me,” says Chaitanya, reflecting on Thandel’s success. The film grossed over ₹100 crore worldwide and registered the actor’s highest opening till date with a ₹21 crore haul. The good news extended to streaming as well, with Netflix acquiring the film for a record ₹40 crore OTT deal, which is also Chaitanya’s …

Om Birla calls for meaningful contributions ahead winter session of Parliament

Om Birla calls for meaningful contributions ahead winter session of Parliament

Ahead of the 6th Session of the 18th Lok Sabha, Speaker of the Lower House Om Birla on Monday called on Members of Parliament to actively participate in the session, emphasising the role of Parliament as the supreme forum for representing the nation`s aspirations and upholding democratic values. In a post on X ahead of the session, also known as the winter session of the parliament, Birla said that the Parliament serves as a platform for the expression of people`s expectations, the collective responsibility of elected representatives, and the spirit of democratic governance. He further highlighted that each session guides MPs towards duty, restraint, and public welfare, deepening the essence of people`s representation. “The sixth session (Winter Session) of the 18th Lok Sabha is commencing today. Parliament is the supreme forum for the expression of the nation`s expectations, the people`s aspirations, democratic values, and the collective responsibility of elected representatives. Each session of Parliament also orients us towards the inspiration of duty, restraint, and public welfare, which deepens the spirit of people`s representation,” Birla stated …

Taylor Swift opens up about her relationship with Travis Kelce: ‘Most meaningful relationship I ever had started with…’

Taylor Swift opens up about her relationship with Travis Kelce: ‘Most meaningful relationship I ever had started with…’

Taylor Swift has spoken candidly about her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce in a new teaser for The End of an Era, a six-part documentary series premiering on Disney on December 12, reported People. Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift at his $6M Kansas City mansion(Instagram/taylorswift) Taylor opens up about her relationship with Travis In the clip, shared widely by fans on social media, the 35-year-old singer reflects on how her now-fiancé unexpectedly entered her life. Calling Kelce the “greatest surprise of my life,” Swift describes their first connection with a hint of humour. “The most meaningful relationship I’ve ever had… started with a man saying he was butthurt that I didn’t want to meet him,” she said, referring to Kelce’s comments on the August episode of the New Heights podcast, where he recounted trying to meet Swift during her Eras Tour stop, according to People. The teaser further shows Swift comparing their professions, noting that while both are performers, Kelce’s world involves “considerably more violence” than hers. The visuals accompanying the voiceover feature …

Lakshmi Manchu defends Bhumi Pednekar amid The Royals backlash: ‘I’ve seen enough of Bhumi doing meaningful roles’ | Web Series

Lakshmi Manchu defends Bhumi Pednekar amid The Royals backlash: ‘I’ve seen enough of Bhumi doing meaningful roles’ | Web Series

Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar‘s show The Royals is facing a wave of criticism on social media. And actor Lakshmi Manchu is puzzled by the intense backlash to the Netflix show, admitting that she doesn’t always want to see Bhumi in meaningful performances. Also read: Amid The Royals backlash, clip of Bhumi Pednekar slamming people commenting on her big lips emerges Lakshmi Manchu admits she loved the show The Royals. Lakshmi Manchu defends The Royals In a candid chat with Hindustan Times, Lakshmi came forward to defend Bhumi and Ishaan amid the criticism for their web show, The Royals. “Everyone who is trashing The Royals, saying it is not a Netflix kind of show and other things… I want to say one thing to them. Ishaan looked really hot, and Bhumi was wearing fabulous clothes. It was a mind-numbing show, and that’s all I needed,” Lakshmi tells us. She continues, “I didn’t care for a deep, meaningful performance. I’ve seen enough of Bhumi doing that in the past. I know she can deliver, and that …

Madhavan on chasing meaningful cinema: ‘Rather go for glorious failure than…`

Madhavan on chasing meaningful cinema: ‘Rather go for glorious failure than…`

Actors are often asked, “How do you know the pulse of the people?” While few have an answer to this, R Madhavan was refreshingly candid in his take on it. “By being alone with the people,” he tells us. With more than three decades in the entertainment industry, the actor has figured out how to make his complex on-screen characters relatable and true to the context. To ensure that he interacts with people from all walks of life, Madhavan doesn’t let his entourage tag along everywhere. (From left) Fatima Sana Shaikh and R Madhavan in Aap Jaisa Koi “I walk around as alone as possible. It keeps me in touch with common people. I want to know the price of lentils and potatoes from the local vegetable vendor. I want to sit with the tech geeks and learn about the next version of the AI. If I’m behaving like a star in front of them, those doors get closed quickly,” he explains. He reveals that he learnt about black magic for Shaitaan (2024) and understood …

Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, Apr 15, 2025, predicts meaningful connections | Astrology

Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, Apr 15, 2025, predicts meaningful connections | Astrology

Pisces (Feb 20-Mar 20) Daily Horoscope Prediction says, Chart New Paths with Confidence and Clarity Pisces, focus on communication and trust today. Strengthen relationships by expressing your feelings honestly. Avoid overthinking decisions, and embrace opportunities for personal growth and meaningful connections. Pisces Daily Horoscope Today, April 15, 2025: Trust your intuition when making decisions Today’s Pisces horoscope encourages you to embrace positivity and stay open to fresh opportunities. Focus on strengthening personal connections and balancing emotional energy. Challenges may arise, but your intuition will guide you through. Take time for self-care and reflection, allowing growth and clarity to shape your day. Trust yourself and stay grounded. Pisces Love Horoscope Today Today brings an opportunity for meaningful connections in your love life. Whether you’re single or committed, emotional openness will help strengthen bonds. Avoid overthinking and trust your instincts—they’ll guide you toward harmony. Someone special may express feelings you’ve been waiting to hear, so listen carefully. If a disagreement arises, patience and understanding will pave the way for resolution. Pisces Career Horoscope Today Opportunities may arise …