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Chennai’s Queen Mary’s College loses a heritage building

Chennai’s Queen Mary’s College loses a heritage building

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The Beach House at Queen Mary’s College in Chennai, photographed a few years ago | Photo Credit: V. Sriram The Beach House, located inside Queen Mary’s College (QMC) in Chennai, has been demolished. The colonial-style bungalow, with wooden balconies, a gable, a large portico, and Madras-style roofing, was demolished a month or so ago, to make way for what is claimed will be a “world-class auditorium.” With that, we have lost a building that had a direct connect with the freedom struggle. Beach House, and its neighbour, Sankara Iyer’s bungalow, of which very little is known, came up late in the 1800s. They were built in a style sympathetic to two of their neighbours – the older Cappers House to the north, and the DGP Office to the south. Beach House itself was the residence of Sir S. Subramania Iyer (1842-1924). How the two bungalows became part of the QMC campus I have not yet found. Published – August 05, 2026 06:00 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, …

Rajamouli unveils Priyanka Chopra’s Varanasi look on birthday; fans say ‘action queen’ | Bollywood News

Rajamouli unveils Priyanka Chopra’s Varanasi look on birthday; fans say ‘action queen’ | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiJul 18, 2026 01:46 PM IST SS Rajamouli’s Varanasi is among the most anticipated Indian films of 2027. The globe-trotting time-travel adventure, which blends mythology with science fiction, stars Mahesh Babu, Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead. On Priyanka’s birthday, the makers unveiled two new character stills of Mandakini. Taking to X, filmmaker SS Rajamouli shared two new stills introducing Priyanka’s character, Mandakini, and wrote, “Grace when she smiles. Fire when she doesn’t. Mandakini… Priyanka Chopra in Varanasi.” Grace when she smiles.Fire when she doesn’t. Mandakini… @PriyankaChopra in #Varanasi pic.twitter.com/4lYerYbm4Q — rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) July 18, 2026 The two stills offer contrasting glimpses into the character’s personality. In one, Priyanka appears carefree and full of life as she leaps through a sprawling landscape dotted with giraffes, zebras, and horses. In the other, she sports an intense expression and a deadly smirk, hinting at a far more formidable side of Mandakini. Soon after the makers unveiled Priyanka Chopra’s new stills from Varanasi, social media was flooded with reactions. Fans praised her powerful …

Kangana Ranaut backs UP Governor’s ‘women should learn cooking’ remark, sparks debate: ‘God bestowed us…’

Kangana Ranaut backs UP Governor’s ‘women should learn cooking’ remark, sparks debate: ‘God bestowed us…’

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Kangana Ranaut has once again sparked a debate on social media after backing Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel’s remarks urging working women to learn to cook for their families. The actor and BJP MP shared Patel’s speech on X on Sunday and voiced her support for the governor’s comments. Kangana Ranaut in a still from the 2014 hit Queen. ‘You should first become an expert mother’ In her speech, Patel said, “Women today should learn how to cook for their families, whether you become a teacher or an IAS officer. You should first become an expert mother. What is a mother’s duty? To train her daughter in every way. She should not face any difficulties at her in-laws’. And if she does, she should deal with them on her own merit. We need to give that strength to her daughters.” What did Kangana say? The Queen actor shared Patel’s speech and backed her remarks. She wrote, “When we were small, my brother played football and cricket, but I carefully built doll houses, stitched their clothes, …

Kangana Ranaut’s Queen 2 sued for ₹250 crore: Phantom’s lawsuit against JioStar over ‘unauthorised sequel’ explained

Kangana Ranaut’s Queen 2 sued for ₹250 crore: Phantom’s lawsuit against JioStar over ‘unauthorised sequel’ explained

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Days after Kangana Ranaut announced that she had wrapped shooting for the ‘sequel’ to her 2014 box-office hit Queen, the film has been hit by a massive ₹250 crore lawsuit. Phantom Studios, the makers of the original film, have moved the Bombay High Court, alleging that the film is being made without their consent. Kangana Ranaut in a still from the 2014 hit Queen. Queen 2 faces a ₹250 crore lawsuit Phantom Studios, which produced Queen, claimed in its lawsuit that when the 2014 hit was made, there was an agreement between the plaintiff and respondent (JioStar) that in future, if any sequel or prequel was to be made, then both parties would have 50% rights on it. Phantom Studios added that it had not consented to any sequels, adaptations or derivative works of the film. The suit, filed against JioStar India Private Limited through the legal firm Rashmikant and Partners, sought an injunction against the release of the film and demanded damages of ₹250 crore. The suit added that since May last year, Phantom …

JioStar clarifies after getting sued

JioStar clarifies after getting sued

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Kangana Ranaut’s upcoming film, Queen 2, seemingly found itself in trouble after Phantom Studios sued JioStar for Rs 250 crore. Phantom Studios, which produced the 2014 film, Queen, recently alleged that JioStars, the production banner backing Queen 2, has used their IP without authorisation. A day after the news broke out, JioStar has now released a statement dissociating the upcoming film from the decade-old film of the same name. JioStar clarifies the use of Queen 2 In a recently released statement, JioStar stated, “StarStudio18 is presently working with Ms Kangana Ranaut on a fresh production that is an original, independent story. It has no narrative, character or creative connection to any prior work, and is neither a sequel nor a prequel to any existing title.” 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

Kangana Ranaut’s Queen 2 ‘unauthorised,’ claims Phantom Studios; files Rs 250 cr lawsuit | Bollywood News

Kangana Ranaut’s Queen 2 ‘unauthorised,’ claims Phantom Studios; files Rs 250 cr lawsuit | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiJul 7, 2026 11:54 AM IST Earlier this year, Kangana Ranaut announced that after years of trying to make it happen, she finally reunited with director Vikas Bahl for Queen 2, the sequel to their 2013 cult coming-of-age film Queen. Last week, the duo even wrapped up shooting, calling it a “wonderful experience” as they cut the cake on the last day. However, little did they know that the film would run into legal trouble just five days later. Phantom Studios alleges unauthorized sequel Phantom Studios has now filed a lawsuit in Bombay High Court for Rs 250 crore against JioStar, which is backing Queen 2, alleging it’s an unauthorized sequel. The production house had reportedly reached out to JioStar multiple times for settlement discussions, but the latter hasn’t responded to the repeated requests yet. Meanwhile, Queen 2, which went on floors at the start of this year, has now wrapped up shoot and even entered its post-production stage. Despite multiple requests of settlement discussions not being entertained by either JioStudios or Bahl, …

Queen 2 in trouble; Phantom Studios sue JioStar for Rs 250 crore over use of IP

Queen 2 in trouble; Phantom Studios sue JioStar for Rs 250 crore over use of IP

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Days after Kangana Ranaut wrapped up the shoot of the second instalment of Queen (2014), Phantom Studios on Monday alleged that Queen 2 is an “unauthorised sequel”. Queen 2, which reunites Ranaut with director Vikas Bahl who also helmed the original, began its filming early 2026. The film has reportedly entered the post-production stage. Phantom Studios has sued JioStar for Rs 250 crores, accusing the latter of unauthorised use and infringement of Queen’s intellectual property (IP). The case has been filed in the Bombay High Court. mid-day has learnt that the legal action was initiated after “repeated communication” about the alleged infringement and “settlement discussions” between the two parties. “Their non action is what has led to Phantom Studios suing them for infringement. There was even a public notice put out and multiple communications sent to Vikas and JioStar as well, informing them before this step was taken,” informed a source close to the development. Another insider shared that Phantom Studios was prompted to take the legal route after learning about the wrapping up of …

Queen 2 wrap countdown begins as Kangana Ranaut shoots climax in Naigaon

Queen 2 wrap countdown begins as Kangana Ranaut shoots climax in Naigaon

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On the set of Queen 2, the countdown has begun. Kangana Ranaut’s coming-of-age movie, a thematic extension of the actor’s career-defining offering Queen (2013), is only six days away from being wrapped up. mid-day has learnt that the unit is currently shooting the last leg in Naigaon.   Kangana Ranaut spotted on the ‘Queen 2’ set. Pics/Instagram 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

Kangana Ranaut reflects on playing ‘neurotic, suicidal’ roles early in her career: ‘I was known as this edgy girl’

Kangana Ranaut reflects on playing ‘neurotic, suicidal’ roles early in her career: ‘I was known as this edgy girl’

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Ever since her debut in the 2006 film Gangster, Kangana Ranaut has played a wide variety of roles in Hindi cinema. Recently, Kangana reflected on her career and spoke about how she was once known for playing edgy, neurotic characters and how her film choices today are markedly different. Kangana Ranaut made her Bollywood debut with Anurag Basu’s romantic-thriller Gangster. ‘I was known as this edgy girl’ Speaking to India Today, she said, “You know, all the films have made such a strong impact and pushed me in different directions. Whether it was those very neurotic characters in Gangster (2006), Woh Lamhe (2006), Life in a… Metro (2007), Fashion (2008) —there was this series of neurotic roles, and I was known as this edgy girl who was temperamental, neurotic, hot, sexy, suicidal, all of that. Then I transformed that image into the comedy, girl-next-door space with Queen (2013), Tanu Weds Manu (2011), Panga (2020), and others.” ‘I’m going into portraying the very basic woman’ As Kangana matured with age and advanced in her career, she …

Muga Silk For PM Meloni, Meenakari for Queen Máxima: Modi’s gifts for world leaders reflect India’s art, heritage | India News

Muga Silk For PM Meloni, Meenakari for Queen Máxima: Modi’s gifts for world leaders reflect India’s art, heritage | India News

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3 min readNew DelhiMay 21, 2026 08:25 PM IST Not just a packet of Indian toffee Melody, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also gifted two exquisite garment accessories — a Muga silk stole from Assam and an off-white Shirui Lily silk stole from Manipur — to his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni. Muga silk, known as the “golden silk” of Assam, is a rare textile from the Brahmaputra Valley. It is produced without any artificial dyes. The Shirui Lily silk stole draws its inspiration from the misty heights of Shirui Kashong Peak in Manipur. (Express Photo) The Shirui Lily silk stole draws its inspiration from the misty heights of Shirui Kashong Peak in Manipur. It is named after the rare Shirui Lily, a delicate bell-shaped flower with pale pinkish-white petals that blooms nowhere else in the world. The lily also holds deep cultural resonance in Italy, where it has long symbolised purity, grace and artistic refinement, frequently appearing in Renaissance art. Muga silk, known as the “golden silk” of Assam, is a rare textile from the Brahmaputra Valley. …