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Rahane’s reaction to snub of Samson for Zimbabwe series: ‘Find it odd…’

Rahane’s reaction to snub of Samson for Zimbabwe series: ‘Find it odd…’

3 min readJul 7, 2026 01:41 PM IST Veteran India batsman Ajinkya Rahane has reacted to Sanju Samson’s omission from India’s three-match T20I tour to Zimbabwe later this month, stating that he found it odd to see a ‘hero’ of India’s T20 World Cup-winning squad not featuring in the squad for the series. Samson was excluded from the squad for the series starting on July 23, with Prabhsimran Singh included as the second wicketkeeper to back up Ishan Kishan. “Hope there has been some communication with Sanju Samson. Find it odd that the hero of our recent T20 WC win has been left out of the T20 squad to Zimbabwe. Hope to see him back in the team soon,” Rahane wrote on Instagram. Samson will miss the three-match series but is part of the Indian squad that will compete at the Asian Games in Japan in September. Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin had also reacted to Samson’s exclusion from the squad, saying that if the management does not show the required confidence in players, then …

Exclusive! I’m desperately looking for work, gave an odd audition: Anita Kanwal

Exclusive! I’m desperately looking for work, gave an odd audition: Anita Kanwal

Veteran actor Anita Kanwal known for films like Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994) and television shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai and Sasural Genda Phool, says she is looking for acting opportunities in films and on OTT. The 70-year-old who started her career in the 80s says despite her body of work on TV, she is not comfortable with the medium anyone. Anita says, “I’m desperately looking for work. For a workaholic like me, life is nothing without work. I have been giving auditions, it does not matter to me whether it is a play on the street or a film, I put in the same effort. I live alone and cant do self tests, if they call me to the office for an audition, I go.” She adds that she enjoyed her stint on OTT shows, “I did Raisinghani vs Raisinghani (2024) for OTT, and enjoyed playing a character with different shades. Not doing TV is a conscious decision unless it’s something meaningful. Recently I attended an odd audition, they told me it’s …

Ranabaali director, Reddit explain why Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding poster isn’t ‘odd’ but authentic

Ranabaali director, Reddit explain why Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding poster isn’t ‘odd’ but authentic

Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tied the knot on February 26 in Udaipur. The makers of their upcoming film, Ranabaali, shared a new poster featuring the actors dressed in period outfits. As the poster received criticism for looking ‘odd’, director Rahul Sankrityan and Reddit explain why it isn’t. (Also Read: Rashmika Mandanna grooves on flight after wedding to Vijay Deverakonda; internet surprised they’re in economy) Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna will play the leads in Rahul Sankrityan’s Ranabaali. Ranabaali wedding poster with Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna Rahul and the team of Ranabaali shared a new poster from the film on Saturday, writing, “Time is trapped in this picture. JAYAMMA & RANABAALI- the cutest they can get. LOVE IS VINTAGE. #Ranabaali.” In the poster, Vijay is seen dressed in a pancha (dhoti) and angavastram (shawl), with his leg folded and a stern expression on his face. Rashmika can be seen dressed near him in a pattu (silk) saree and wedding finery, with one leg up and a serious look on her face. As soon as …

Naga Chaitanya posts about this on Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s wedding day, internet finds the timing odd

Naga Chaitanya posts about this on Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s wedding day, internet finds the timing odd

As Samantha Ruth Prabhu stepped into a new phase of her life by tying the knot with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, all eyes were not just on the wedding but also on her former husband Naga Chaitanya’s latest social media move. Chaitanya shared a post about his series Dhootha on Instagram around the same time, and the timing immediately caught the eye of social media users. Samantha was married to actor Naga Chaitanya from 2017 to 2021.(Instagram) Social media users flocked to the comment section not to discuss the show, but to talk about Samantha’s wedding and revisit the former couple’s split. Naga‘s post on Instagram On Monday, Naga took to Instagram to share a still from his series Dhootha to mark its two-year anniversary. Sharing an image of himself in an intense avatar, the actor wrote, “#dhootha is a show that proved that if as an actor you make a choice based in creativity and honesty and you give it your best shot .. people will connect. They will receive and give you back that …

Meet TOP actress who couldn’t afford food, did odd jobs, rejected alimony worth…, admitted to having worst…, she is…

Meet TOP actress who couldn’t afford food, did odd jobs, rejected alimony worth…, admitted to having worst…, she is…

This top actress is a known name in South, as well as, Bollywood. She is among the most beautiful divas who enjoys a great fan following. The actress recently spoke about the dark phase in her life following divorce. Meet the actress Celebrities are always under tight scrutiny. Their personal lives always draw attention. Fans are always inquisitive to know about the stars. So here’s about an actress who has been quite open yet protective about her life her personal life. She is among the top actresses who is known for her versatility. But her divorce drew maximum attention. Samantha Ruth Prabhu The actress in discussion is Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The Eega actress was married to Naga Chaitanya. However, in 2021, they called it quits. Samantha and Naga Chaitanya tied the knot in 2017 and in a few years, chose to divorce. Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s divorce There was a lot of commotion around their divorce as many rumours hit headlines. Reportedly, Samantha Ruth Prabhu was offered an alimony worth Rs 200 crore but she rejected …

Mani Ratnam reveals he has threatened to throw actors off buildings: ‘If a 5-year-old can work odd hours…’

Mani Ratnam reveals he has threatened to throw actors off buildings: ‘If a 5-year-old can work odd hours…’

Filmmaker Mani Ratnam is all set to entertain audiences with his upcoming film Thug Life. The film marks his reunion with Kamal Haasan after 38 years, and fans are excited to relive their magic on screen. In an interview with Hollywood Reporter India, Mani spoke about how Kamal trusts him and revealed that he had once threatened to throw people off the set if they didn’t do what he asked. (Also Read: Mani Ratnam defends Kamal Haasan romancing 28-year-younger Trisha Krishnan in Thug Life) Mani Ratnam talked about working with Kamal Haasan in Thug Life and recalled threatening actors once. (Photo by SUJIT JAISWAL / AFP)(AFP) Mani Ratnam recalls threatening people on set When asked if he is the kind of director who gives his actors a free hand to do whatever they want, Mani said, “Not everyone. Some people you have to threaten. I’ve promised people that I’ll throw them off the fourth floor if they don’t do what I’m asking them to do. Sometimes, you have to tell an actor that if a …

Wes Anderson reveals why he ‘stole’ this famous Satyajit Ray scene for Asteroid City: ‘The concept is very odd’ | Hollywood

Wes Anderson reveals why he ‘stole’ this famous Satyajit Ray scene for Asteroid City: ‘The concept is very odd’ | Hollywood

May 27, 2025 04:49 PM IST On the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival, Wes Anderson spoke about a famous scene from Satyajit Ray’s Aranyer Din Ratri.  It’s no secret that American filmmaker Wes Anderson is a huge fan of the late Satyajit Ray. Talking to THR India on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival, where he presented Satyajit’s 1971 film Aranyer Din Ratri after spearheading its restoration, he admitted to copying a famous scene from it for his 2023 film Asteroid City. (Also Read: Sharmila Tagore, Simi Garewal attend Aranyer Din Ratri Cannes screening, hang out with Satyajit Ray fanboy Wes Anderson) Grace Edwards, Scarlett Johansson and Sharmila Tagore in stills from Asteroid City and Aranyer Din Ratri. Wes Anderson on copying Satyajit Ray When asked about the memory game scene from Asteroid City, Wes admitted it was ‘copied’ from Aranyer Din Ratri. “Yes, well, stole it. The way that scene was done…it’s the most beautifully…First of all, that concept of the scene is very odd because it’s a game. But we learn …

THIS actress worked in all odd jobs for money, rose to fame after BOLD scenes in films, hid her marriage because…, she is…

THIS actress worked in all odd jobs for money, rose to fame after BOLD scenes in films, hid her marriage because…, she is…

THIS actress worked in all odd jobs for money, rose to fame after BOLD scenes in films, hid her marriage because…, she is… Home News and Gossip THIS actress worked in all odd jobs for money, rose to fame after BOLD scenes in films, hid her marr… This actress has gained massive limelight after giving intense, bold scenes in numerous films. She has worked as an air hostess for her bread and butter. Read on to know more For many, becoming a leading actor in Bollywood is the ultimate goal. When hard work meets opportunity, dreams can turn into reality. Today, we will share one such story of an actress who worked in all odd jobs for money but became an overnight star with films featuring her bold scenes. The actress we are talking about is none other than Mallika Sherawat. Before becoming an actress, Mallika, born as Reema Lamba, worked as an air hostess, where she met her …

THIS actress did odd jobs to survive, had a failed marriage, saw death so closely, now charges Rs 5 crores for 5 minutes; She is…

THIS actress did odd jobs to survive, had a failed marriage, saw death so closely, now charges Rs 5 crores for 5 minutes; She is…

Guess who THIS actress is, who had no money for food or education. Now, she is a superstar and her net worth will leave you shocked. Samantha Ruth Prabhu Today, we are talking about one highest-paid actresses who has worked in the Hindi film industry. But, her road to success was quite tough. She worked hard to get fame. She left everyone shocked with her performance in Allu Arjun’s Pushpa. Guess who it is? Highest-paid star Samantha Ruth Prabhu is among the most successful stars in the industry. She did several hit films in both Tamil and Telugu. She has become a household name and fans love her. She made an appearance in an item song in Pushpa The Rise and won hearts with her killer dance moves. As per reports, she charged Rs 5 crore for a 5-minute appearance in song Oo Antava. Struggling life Samantha was born to Joseph and Ninette Prabhu in Chennai in 1987. She interacted with students at a university in 2022 and revealed how her parents did not have …

THIS actress once had no money, did odd jobs, worked at a Hookah bar, charges Rs 2 lakh for…

THIS actress once had no money, did odd jobs, worked at a Hookah bar, charges Rs 2 lakh for…

She even recalled the time she faced poverty and had to take odd jobs to meet daily needs. The actress said, “Whatever opportunities I have got have been very last minute, and thankfully I was prepared. I wouldn’t go out and socialize and party like all the other girls did and have a boyfriend. I’d lock myself in a room every day, learn the language, watch TV and practice in my room. I missed out on my brother’s wedding, his birthday, everything. So many people were like, ‘You want to be like the next Katrina Kaif?.” As per reports, Nora charges Rs 2 crore for one song. <!– read more –> !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s) {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod? n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)}; if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version=’2.0′; n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0; t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,’script’, ‘https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/fbevents.js’); fbq(‘init’, ‘199627965217377’); fbq(‘track’, ‘PageView’); window.fbAsyncInit = function() { FB.init({ xfbml : true, version : ‘v10.0’ }); }; (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src=”https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk/xfbml.customerchat.js”; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); $(document).ready(function(){ $(‘#commentbtn’).on(“click”,function(){ (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js …