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Sanjeeda Shaikh laughs at doing action in Dhamaal 4 while the men did comedy: ‘Ajay Devgn set pe hain aur…’| Interview

Sanjeeda Shaikh laughs at doing action in Dhamaal 4 while the men did comedy: ‘Ajay Devgn set pe hain aur…’| Interview

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Dhamaal 4 was a chaotic return to the franchise started by Indra Kumar almost two decades ago. The comedy actioner saw the return of franchise favourites Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Jaaved Jaaferi, while also introducing new faces to the series. Among them was actor Sanjeeda Shaikh, who found herself doing a bit of both action and comedy in the film. In an exclusive chat with Hindustan Times, Sanjeeda looks back on how she landed the role and her filming experience. Sanjeeda Sheikh with Arshad Warsi and Jaaved Jaaferi in Dhamaal 4. Sanjeeda on ‘serious actor’ tag Prior to Dhamaal 4, Sanjeeda had not dabbled in comedy. Her previous show before this was Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s intense period drama Heeramandi. The actor says the tag of ‘serious actor’ followed her after this. “Dhamaal 4 happened to me because Indra sir (director Indra Kumar) called me, and he met me after watching Heeramandi. And unka pehla sawal tha ki ‘Aap toh bahut serious actress hain (You are a very serious actress),’ because Heeramandi was …

Houthis attack Saudi camps in Yemen, ‘kill’ MBS’ men & warn remaining troops, ‘leave before…’

Houthis attack Saudi camps in Yemen, ‘kill’ MBS’ men & warn remaining troops, ‘leave before…’

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The conflict in Yemen has taken another dangerous turn after the Houthis claimed a large-scale missile and drone operation targeting Saudi-backed military positions inside the country. Yemen’s government-aligned forces also reported attacks on multiple camps, saying the strikes caused casualties and material damage. The escalation comes after recent security operations against Houthi networks and amid growing tensions across the Red Sea. As both sides exchange accusations and warnings, fears are mounting that the conflict could enter an even more volatile phase. But what exactly unfolded on the battlefield? Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

After 24 years, Indian women win more gold medals than men

After 24 years, Indian women win more gold medals than men

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Indian women won eight gold medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, while the men won five. It is the first time since the 2002 Commonwealth Games that Indian women have won more gold medals than Indian men, reflecting the growing strength of Indian women in sport. The two-decade journey Indian women last outperformed their male counterparts in gold medals at the 2002 Games in Manchester, winning 16 gold medals compared to the men’s 14. Women weightlifters led the charts then for India, with gold medals being awarded for all three – snatch, clean and jerk, total lift. However, from Melbourne 2006 through Birmingham 2022, men led India’s gold medal tally at every edition until the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Year Gold Medals won by Indian women Gold Medals won by Indian men Gold won by Mixed Team 2026 8 5 0 2022 8 12 1 2018 12 13 1 2014 6 9 0 2010 13 25 0 2006 7 15 0 2002 16 14 0 The gap was at its widest in Delhi 2010, …

Anya Taylor-Joy says women don’t have luxury of method acting like men in Hollywood: ‘We have things to take care of’

Anya Taylor-Joy says women don’t have luxury of method acting like men in Hollywood: ‘We have things to take care of’

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Actor Anya Taylor-Joy has something to say about the never-ending debate around method acting. The Dune actor feels that women in the industry never get the opportunity to fully become immersed in their roles like some of their male counterparts, since they always have more things going on outside of work. In a recent conversation, the actor said that she has never been a method actor and she does even see herself opting that kind of skill. Anya Taylor-Joy questions method acting, says women can’t ‘completely lose our minds’. (AFP) Women don’t have the luxury of method acting In recent years, Anya has captivated the audiences with her strong performances on screen. However, she does not see method acting as a tool that impresses her. “If you’ll notice, women don’t method act because we have things to take care of, so we can’t completely lose our minds. I see acting as a controlled psychosis in a way. You’re pretending to be somebody else and having their thoughts 16 hours a day and moving like them, …

EXCLUSIVE: After The Railway Men, YRF Entertainment returns with Tunnel Men, based on real-life 2023 rescue

EXCLUSIVE: After The Railway Men, YRF Entertainment returns with Tunnel Men, based on real-life 2023 rescue

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After the success of The Railway Men, YRF Entertainment, the digital content arm of Yash Raj Films, is set to return with another inspiring story rooted in real-life heroism. Pinkvilla has exclusively learned that the banner is developing Tunnel Men, a series based on the 2023 Uttarakhand tunnel rescue, one of India’s most closely followed rescue operations in recent years. The series is based on the real-life rescue mission in which 41 workers were trapped inside the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand for over two weeks.  According to sources, Tunnel Men will be directed by Ambiecka Pandit and Manan Rawat, marking a fresh directorial pairing for YRF Entertainment. The series will have The Railway Men director Shiv Rawail returning as showrunner, ensuring continuity in storytelling and creative vision.  “The writing and pre-production work has been progressing steadily, and the team is aiming to recreate the scale and emotional intensity of the rescue operation,” reveals a source close to the project. The series also marks Saugata Mukherjee’s first project since joining YRF Entertainment as Head of …

Gulveer Singh completes historic Commonwealth Games medal double with 5000m bronze

Gulveer Singh completes historic Commonwealth Games medal double with 5000m bronze

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India’s long-distance star Gulveer Singh capped off a memorable Commonwealth Games campaign by winning the bronze medal in the men’s 5000m, completing a historic medal double in Glasgow. Gulveer clocked 13:24.95 to finish third behind Kenya’s Michael Kiplangat Kipsang (13:23.61) and Australia’s Ky Robinson (13:24.70) in a thrilling finish, with just 0.04 seconds separating the Indian from fourth-placed Cornelius Kemboi of Kenya (13:24.99). Having already scripted history by becoming the first Indian man to win a Commonwealth Games medal in the 10,000m, Gulveer added another chapter to his growing legacy with a podium finish in the shorter distance. The bronze medal marked Gulveer’s second athletics medal of the Games after he had earlier claimed silver in the men’s 10,000m with a time of 27:49.78, becoming the first Indian man to finish on the podium in the event at the Commonwealth Games. The 28-year-old from Sirsa village in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh district once dreamed only of securing a place in the Indian Army. Today, the Naib Subedar has established himself as India’s leading distance runner, collecting …

Praveen Chithravel, Selva script double podium in Commonwealth Games triple jump

Praveen Chithravel, Selva script double podium in Commonwealth Games triple jump

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India scripted history in the men’s triple jump at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Saturday as Praveen Chithravel and Selva Prabhu secured silver and bronze respectively, delivering the country’s first-ever double podium in the event. Praveen finished second with a best jump of 16.58m, while Selva claimed bronze with 16.52m as the Indian duo stayed in medal contention throughout a dramatic final. Jamaica’s Jordan Scott clinched the gold medal with a best effort of 16.72m. The final witnessed a remarkable turnaround for the Indians. After the opening three rounds, Selva occupied the bronze medal position with a best jump of 16.43m, while Praveen was down in fifth after managing 16.31m. Praveen then produced when it mattered the most. The Tamil Nadu athlete soared to 16.58m with his fourth attempt to move into the lead temporarily before Scott responded with a championship-winning leap of 16.72m later in the round. Meanwhile, Selva briefly slipped out of the medal positions after a foul in the fourth round allowed New Zealand’s Ethan Olivier to move ahead. Facing the prospect …

Neeraj Chopra, Yashvir Singh deliver historic javelin double for India at CWG 2026

Neeraj Chopra, Yashvir Singh deliver historic javelin double for India at CWG 2026

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India scripted history in the men’s javelin throw at the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Friday as Neeraj Chopra and Yashvir Singh clinched silver and bronze respectively, securing the country’s first-ever double podium in the event. Neeraj, returning to the Commonwealth Games after missing the 2022 edition, produced a best effort of 85.83m to finish second behind Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage, who struck gold with 89.75m. While Neeraj’s medal was expected, it was Yashvir Singh who stole the limelight. The 24-year-old unleashed a stunning 85.41m throw with his sixth and final attempt to leap into the bronze medal position, crossing the coveted 85m mark for the first time in his career. The throw was a new personal best and earned him his maiden international medal. The double podium marked a landmark moment for Indian athletics. It was the first time India had won two medals in the men’s javelin throw at a Commonwealth Games. Yashvir also became only the third Indian man to win a Commonwealth Games medal in the men’s javelin throw, joining Kashinath Naik, …

Harsh Singh wins gold, gives India second straight Commonwealth Games Judo title

Harsh Singh wins gold, gives India second straight Commonwealth Games Judo title

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India’s Harsh Singh clinched the gold medal in the men’s 60kg judo event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, defeating Australia’s Joshua Katz in the final to hand the country its second successive judo gold of the day. The 23-year-old produced a composed display before delivering a decisive half-arm throw in the closing stages of the contest. The move earned him a Waza-ari, which proved enough to secure victory and the Commonwealth Games title. Decisive late throw seals historic victory The final remained evenly balanced for much of the contest, with both judokas attempting to gain an advantage through groundwork and throwing exchanges. Despite several attacking moves, neither competitor managed to score during the opening minutes. With the clock winding down, Harsh found the breakthrough. He executed a perfectly timed half-arm throw on Katz to score a Waza-ari in the final minute, holding on for the remainder of the bout to seal the victory. The gold completed an outstanding campaign for the Indian, who was making his Commonwealth Games debut. Harsh began his campaign …

Lovepreet Singh settles for silver in men’s +110kg

Lovepreet Singh settles for silver in men’s +110kg

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India’s Lovepreet Singh clinched the silver medal in the men’s +110kg weightlifting event at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Thursday after New Zealand’s David Liti produced a stunning late comeback in the clean and jerk to snatch gold. Lovepreet finished with a total lift of 388kg (176kg snatch + 212kg clean and jerk), while Liti overtook him on his penultimate lift, registering 389kg (166kg + 223kg) to claim the gold medal by a solitary kilogram. England’s Andrew Griffiths took bronze with a total of 356kg. The silver marked an improvement on Lovepreet’s bronze medal from the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham and continued India’s impressive run in weightlifting in Glasgow. The 28-year-old enjoyed a dream start to the competition. Opening with a successful 168kg snatch, he followed it up with 173kg before producing a flawless 176kg lift on his final attempt. The effort not only earned him a new Commonwealth Games record in the snatch but also improved the national record, handing him a commanding 10kg lead heading into the clean and jerk. …