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Shekhar Kapur lauds Imtiaz Ali for breaking box office myth with Main Vaapas Aaunga: ‘What counts is a great story’

Shekhar Kapur lauds Imtiaz Ali for breaking box office myth with Main Vaapas Aaunga: ‘What counts is a great story’

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Imtiaz Ali’s film Main Vaapas Aaunga is witnessing a strong resurgence in theatres. After a slow start, positive word-of-mouth has begun working in the film’s favour, with packed theatres reported across multiple cities and a noticeable jump in box office numbers. Recently, acclaimed filmmaker Shekhar Kapur also took note of the film’s performance. Imtiaz Ali on Main Vaapas Aaunga shoot. (Photo: Instagram) Shekhar Kapur praises Imtiaz Ali’s film He took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “Thank you Imtiaz Ali. With your film Main Wapaas Aaunga , you busted the myth that the first week box office defines the future of your film. You proved what counts is a great story well told.. What counts is respect for your audiences.” Main Vaapas Aaunga box office performance Imtiaz Ali’s film initially minted ₹1.15 Cr when it released in theatres on June 12. The film earned around the same amount during its first week, but as audiences took to social media to praise it—with many viewers reportedly crying after watching it—the word of mouth spread rapidly. The …

Trump’s H-1B visa setback: What’s the biggest myth Indian students still believe? Expert reveals

Trump’s H-1B visa setback: What’s the biggest myth Indian students still believe? Expert reveals

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A US federal court’s decision to strike down President Donald Trump‘s proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee has renewed discussion around studying and working in the United States. But according to a study-abroad expert, one of the biggest misconceptions among Indian students remains unchanged: that admission to a US university automatically paves the way for a long-term career in America. The expert stressed the importance of planning for post-study careers early. (Representational File Photo) Speaking to Hindustan Times in the wake of the ruling, Saurabh Arora, Founder and CEO of University Living, said students today are becoming more informed about international education, but many still overestimate the role of the H-1B visa in determining career success. The biggest H-1B myth According to Arora, the most common misconception is that admission to a US university guarantees a pathway to long-term employment. “In reality, career outcomes depend on a combination of factors, including skills, industry demand, work experience, networking, employer requirements and immigration policies,” he said. He added that students often focus too heavily on the H-1B visa …

The biggest myth about plant protein, according to a dietitian

The biggest myth about plant protein, according to a dietitian

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3 min readNew DelhiJun 15, 2026 11:00 AM IST Should you combine different plant proteins to get enough of the macronutrient? Intrigued by the social media chatter about the same, we asked an expert whether it is necessary to do so. The short answer is yes, but it isn’t as complicated as many people think, said Dt Amreen Sheikh, chief dietitian, KIMS Hospitals, Thane. “Most plant-based protein sources provide all nine essential amino acids, but some might have lower amounts of one or more amino acids. This is why mixing different plant proteins can help ensure that the body gets the complete range of amino acids it needs for muscle repair, immunity, hormone production, and overall health,” added Sheikh. DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine. But that doesn’t mean you do not need to combine proteins at every single meal, said Sheikh. “If your diet includes a diverse mix of plant foods throughout the day, your …

‘Busted myth of short and swift wars’: Navy chief on US-Iran conflict in West Asia

‘Busted myth of short and swift wars’: Navy chief on US-Iran conflict in West Asia

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No service can fight a modern war alone, and only theaterisation can align the military’s strategic vision and capabilities, said Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, who retires on Sunday. Theaterisation— a long-awaited reform to integrate the military’s resources for future conflicts — seeks to maximise combat effectiveness across all domains of warfare: land, sea, air, cyber, space, and the cognitive realm, he said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, right, exchanges a handshake with outgoing Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi during a meeting. (@indiannavy/PTI) In an interview with HT, Tripathi spoke about several issues, including the urgent need for theatre commands for battlefield dominance, lessons from the war in West Asia, India’s maritime posture in the Indo-Pacific and the navy’s likely role if India launches Operation Sindoor 2.0. Why is it vital for India to roll out joint commands as soon as possible? Modern conflicts demand much closer integration of strategic thought and technological capability, making jointness an absolute necessity. Theaterisation is fundamentally about enhancing operational effectiveness, unity of effort, integrated …

The myth of Siddaramaiah and the reality of D K Shivakumar

The myth of Siddaramaiah and the reality of D K Shivakumar

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There is a power transition in the Congress government in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah has made way for D K Shivakumar. Whatever the internal rifts and rivalries between the two, the transition has taken place as smoothly as turning over a page. That was quite unexpected and quite uncharacteristic of Siddaramaiah. In his entire career as a politician, Siddaramaiah has never responded well to losing power. He has demonstrated both restlessness and recklessness when he has either been denied power or lost it. This first became clear in 1996, when he challenged the choice of J H Patel as chief minister; then in 2004, when he challenged Dharam Singh’s elevation. In 2005, he was expelled from the Janata Dal (Secular) by H D Deve Gowda for anti-party activities. When he joined Congress, he challenged Mallikarjun Kharge in 2008 for the opposition leader’s chair in the state assembly. In 2013, Siddaramaiah successfully staked a claim to become chief minister, dislodging Kharge, the claimant to the chair. After losing power in 2018, he brought down the Congress-JDS coalition government …

Michael Jackson biopic is a glossy tribute that refuses to confront the man behind the myth

Michael Jackson biopic is a glossy tribute that refuses to confront the man behind the myth

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Biographies of larger-than-life figures usually promise revelation—some fresh lens through which we can revisit a legend. With Michael, filmmaker Antoine Fuqua takes on the daunting task of revisiting the life of Michael Jackson, a man whose story has already played out on the world’s biggest stage. That raises a central dilemma: should a film like this reshape public memory, defend the man behind the myth, or confront the uncomfortable duality of genius and imperfection? Michael neither interrogates nor truly understands its subject, settling for a polished but hollow retelling The narrative charts Jackson’s journey from a precocious child performer in Gary, Indiana, to a global superstar redefining pop culture. It moves through the Jackson 5 years, his evolution as a solo artist, and his collaborations with Quincy Jones, while placing heavy emphasis on his fraught relationship with his father, Joe Jackson. Milestones like Off the Wall and Thriller are recreated, leading up to his peak years, before the film abruptly closes with a suggestion that the story will continue. The good What keeps the film …

ICC T20 World Cup: India crumble as South Africa shatter the myth of invincibility | Cricket News

ICC T20 World Cup: India crumble as South Africa shatter the myth of invincibility | Cricket News

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6 min readAhmedabadFeb 22, 2026 11:23 PM IST The crowd did not wait for the final moments. The second Hardik Pandya perished in the 15th over, they began to file out, like a receding blue wave. No inner whisper told them to turn back; they simply did not have the heart to witness the end notes of another depressing night in this arena. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO On November 19, 2023, they suffered the ODI final heartbreak; the emotions were similar, in that South Africa had mercilessly dismantled them, outwitting and outmuscling them. A 76-run defeat, pursuing 188, offers no place to run and hide, little sympathy or consideration. What would rankle the most is that they surrendered in conditions resoundingly familiar to them, slow and sluggish surfaces where they once strangled opponents. But like the Test team that imploded on turners, the T20 counterparts crumble on anything, barring shirt-fronts. The cloak of invincibility lay ripped, they are not as condition or pressure-proof as they were perceived to be. A capitulation was lurking on the …

Bengaluru real estate: Is the ₹1 crore dream home a myth? Homebuyers now pay for time, not marble

Bengaluru real estate: Is the ₹1 crore dream home a myth? Homebuyers now pay for time, not marble

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Is the ₹1 crore ‘dream home’ in Bengaluru now a myth? Increasingly, a ₹1 crore home is no longer seen as ‘premium’ but the new normal in the city’s property market. Buyers, said a personal finance expert, Nitin Kaushik, are no longer paying extra for luxury finishes such as marble flooring. Instead, they are willing to pay for a shorter, stress-free commute, often a 15-minute drive to work. “Time is the new currency,” he noted, adding that proximity to office hubs has become a decisive factor in home-buying decisions. In Bengaluru, a ₹1 crore home is now the norm rather than a luxury, as buyers prioritise shorter commutes over premium finishes, says personal finance expert Nitin Kaushik. (Picture for representational purposes only), (Pexels ) “If you’re buying to live in the house, stop trying to ‘time’ the market,” Kaushik wrote. “Focus on infrastructure, water security and proximity to your workplace.” In a post on X, Kaushik noted that Bengaluru’s residential market has structurally reset. He argued that buyers waiting for prices to “cool off” to …

Allu Arjun is the ‘coolest and kindest’, Shiva Hariharan defends him against 42 dos and don’ts claim: ‘Total myth’

Allu Arjun is the ‘coolest and kindest’, Shiva Hariharan defends him against 42 dos and don’ts claim: ‘Total myth’

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Reports about Allu Arjun‘s purported list of 42 rules have been all over the internet and social media for the last few days. After the actor’s team issued a clarification and initiated legal action against a brand strategist for making the 42-rules claim, many co-stars came out in defence of the actor. Now Malayalam actor Shiva Hariharan has commented on the matter and quashed the claims as nothing but a ‘total myth’. (Also read: Allu Arjun’s Pushpa co-star defends him against 42 dos and don’ts claim: ‘He eats with spot boys’) Allu Arjun and Shiva Hariharan starred in an advertisement together. ‘He’s one of the coolest & kindest actors’ Taking to Instagram, Shiva shared a pic with Allu Arjun from the recent advertisement shoot they did for a cold drink brand. Arjun and Shiva stood beside each other and smiled. In another picture, Arjun was seen with other actors on the set of the shoot. In the caption, Shiva wrote, “Been getting a lot of fan msgs about those 42 rules rumors – total myth!” …

The film that created the Bardot ‘sex kitten’ myth

The film that created the Bardot ‘sex kitten’ myth

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Her hair was a wild mess and her skirt slit to the waist, but the mambo dance that Brigitte Bardot performed in “And God Created Woman” became an overnight sensation in the staid 1950s. The film that created the Bardot ‘sex kitten’ myth Bardot created a “sex kitten” myth that outraged French censors. The scene, both innocent and provocative, was the embodiment of a looming sexual revolution. It was one Bardot, who has died aged 91, never lived down nor really sought to. Shot in 1956 in Saint-Tropez, which later became her home and refuge, “And God Created Woman” remained one of her great cinema memories. She told AFP in an interview on the 60th anniversary of Roger Vadim’s film that Saint-Tropez was then “an authentic village still far removed from the frenzied crowds, full of charm, fishermen, and a southern accent”. She said she hated it when the filming ended and she was separated from Vadim, whom four years earlier had become the first of her four husbands. In her feverish mambo, Bardot who …