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Kamal Haasan was paid million per day for Kalki 2898 AD shoot, reveals Yugi Sethu, calling him ‘highest paid actor’

Kamal Haasan was paid $2 million per day for Kalki 2898 AD shoot, reveals Yugi Sethu, calling him ‘highest paid actor’

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Nag Ashwin’s 2024 sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD starred Kamal Haasan as the antagonist. The film, which also stars Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone, is one of the highest-grossing Telugu films. In an interview with Indiaglitz, filmmaker-actor Yugi Sethu called Kamal the ‘highest paid actor’ in India, revealing his whopping salary for the film. Kamal Haasan plays a god-king named Supreme Yaskin in Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD. Yugi Sethu reveals Kamal Haasan’s salary for Kalki 2898 AD In the interview, Yugi spoke about Kamal and said, “Kamal sir’s stature is such. He is getting paid ₹150 crore for 20 days of the call sheet for Kalki 2898 AD. I told him on his birthday that he is the highest-paid actor in India and is getting $1 million per day, because he was paid ₹150 crore for 20 days.” He then revealed that Kamal introduced him to Kalki 2898 AD producer Aswani Dutt. “I told him thanks for making our friend the highest-paid actor in India. When I said ₹150 crore for 20 days, …

IWL 2025–26 begins with Sethu FC’s comeback win over Kickstart FC

IWL 2025–26 begins with Sethu FC’s comeback win over Kickstart FC

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The 2025–26 Indian Women’s League season kicked off on Saturday with three fixtures across Kolkata and Kalyani, producing a mix of comeback victories, shared points, and an emphatic debut performance from a newly promoted side. Former champions Sethu FC opened their campaign with a 2–1 win over Kickstart FC at the AIFF National Centre of Excellence. Kickstart struck first in the 12th minute through Babysana Devi from the penalty spot after a scramble inside the box. Sethu responded quickly, with Kaviya Pakkirisamy restoring parity eight minutes later with a well-taken curling effort. The Madurai-based side took control after the break and secured the win in the 50th minute when Malavika P reacted fastest to a rebound from a corner. Despite late pressure from Kickstart, Sethu managed the closing stages effectively to claim all three points. At the Kalyani Stadium, three-time champions Gokulam Kerala FC were held to a 1–1 draw by Nita Football Academy. Gokulam dominated early chances but failed to capitalise, allowing Nita FA to take the lead just before half-time through Neha, who …

Sethu FC downs Odisha FC, HOPS FC snatch late draw against Kickstart FC

Sethu FC downs Odisha FC, HOPS FC snatch late draw against Kickstart FC

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Sethu FC delivered a commanding performance to outclass Odisha FC 3-1 in their 2024-25 Indian Women’s League encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on March 27, 2025. A first-half brace from Amnah Nababi (7’, 13’) and a goal from Moussa Zouwairatou (41’) sealed the win for Sethu, while Lynda Kom Serto (90+6’) scored a late consolation goal for Odisha. The victory ended Sethu’s four-match losing streak, taking them to third place with 13 points from 10 matches. Odisha FC, on the other hand, slumped to their fourth consecutive defeat, dropping to sixth place with 11 points from 10 games. In another Indian Women’s League clash, HOPS FC secured a 1-1 draw against Kickstart FC at the Ambedkar Stadium, thanks to a late equalizer by Ghanaian defender Constance Achiaa (84’). Kickstart FC had taken the lead through Renu (10’), but they failed to hold on. HOPS FC remain at the bottom of the table with five points from 10 games, while Kickstart FC sit just above the relegation zone with 10 points from as many matches. …

East Bengal solidify their top position with a win over Sethu FC

East Bengal solidify their top position with a win over Sethu FC

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East Bengal beat Sethu FC 4-2 in a high-scoring encounter at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Friday, to extend their lead at the top of the IWL 2024-25 table. The Red and Golds led 3-1 at half-time. Elshaddai Acheampong (5’ p, 16’) scored an early brace, setting the tempo for East Bengal. Resty Nanziri (45+3’) and Soumya Guguloth (88’) added one each to make it a comfortable win for the away side. Amnah Nababi (18’) and Hadijah Nandago (64’) scored one each for Sethu FC. This win sees East Bengal extend their lead at the top of the table to four points. They are on 24 points from nine matches. Sethu, meanwhile, languishes at sixth with 10 points from nine matches, just one point ahead of Kickstart FC Karnataka in the drop zone. East Bengal opened the scoring in the fourth minute when Elshaddai Acheampong was brought down inside the box, while through on goal. The referee duly pointed to the spot and Acheampong stepped up to put away her spot kick into the bottom …

Fazila Ikwaput puts four past Sethu FC as Gokulam Kerala makes it four in four

Fazila Ikwaput puts four past Sethu FC as Gokulam Kerala makes it four in four

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Ugandan striker Fazila Ikwaput played havoc as Gokulam Kerala registered their fourth consecutive win routing Sethu FC 4-1 in the concluding match of round xix at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Friday. Fazila’s four-goal blitz was too much to handle for the home team, who could do little to curb the brilliance of the Ugandan, who took her tally of goals to 14 from six matches in the current campaign. This, incidentally, was her third hat-trick of the season. The result maintained Gokulam’s unbeaten record in the season and took them to 14 points, one behind current leaders East Bengal. Sethu FC remained on 10 points from six matches. In a blistering opening period of play, Gokulam Kerala hit Sethu FC with a double whammy, ten minutes apart. In the first instance, in the 10th minute, a long ball from Asem Roja Devi saw Fazila Ikwaput beat Khambi Chanu to the ball and finish to give the visitors the lead. The second arrived similarly 10 minutes later, this time Roja’s through ball splitting …

Sethu FC and Nita Football Academy play out a 2-2 draw

Sethu FC and Nita Football Academy play out a 2-2 draw

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Sethu FC and Nita FA played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in their Indian Women’s League (IWL) clash at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in Chennai on Thursday. A brace from Malavika gave Sethu FC a promising start, but a spirited comeback from Nita FA ensured the teams split the points. The game began with high energy, and Nita FA earned an early corner in the 4th minute, but Sethu FC quickly found their rhythm. The breakthrough for Sethu FC came in the 12th minute when Malavika capitalized on a corner kick. Her header crossed the line before Nita FA defenders could clear it, and the referee awarded the goal. Just four minutes later, Malavika doubled the lead with a stunning long-range strike, leaving the Nita FA goalkeeper with no chance. With a 2-0 advantage, Sethu FC dominated possession and looked in control for much of the first half. However, Nita FA fought back with Gifty heading in a cross from the right, reducing the deficit to 2-1 in the 27th minute. The second half saw …

Nita Academy wins on debut, Sethu FC edges out Sreebhumi FC

Nita Academy wins on debut, Sethu FC edges out Sreebhumi FC

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Ghanaian recruit Gifty Acheampong scored in the 80th minute as newly-promoted Nita Football Academy from Odisha made a memorable start to their Indian Women’s League 2024-25 campaign with a 1-0 away win against HOPS FC on Saturday. The game, played under chilly weather at the capital’s iconic Ambedkar Stadium, had a slow start, but picked up momentum late in the second session. The decisive moment came in the 80th minute when Gifty efficiently made the best use of a long ball and got the better of goalkeeper Priti Sarkar and captain Mamta before flicking the ball in. Gladys Amfobea and Kamala Devi were the standout players for Nita and HOPS, respectively, coming close to scoring on multiple occasions. In the 35th minute, Gifty launched a powerful strike toward the far post, but Priti managed to deflect it away. Former India international Kamala Devi also tested the HOPS defense with a promising free kick in the 44th minute, sending the ball toward the far post. However, Priti was alert as the ball bubbled in the air …

Sethu FC unveils squad and jersey ahead of the new season

Sethu FC unveils squad and jersey ahead of the new season

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Chennai: Sethu FC unveiled their squad and jersey for the upcoming Indian Women’s League (IWL) 2025 season at a press meet on Monday. Indian Super League club Chennaiyin FC’s head coach, Owen Coyle, attended the event, unveiled the jersey, and spoke with the Sethu FC coach and players ahead of their new season. For the first time in IWL history, Sethu FC will play in Tamil Nadu, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai, as part of the newly introduced home-and-away format implemented last season. A rich legacy Sethu FC boasts a rich legacy in Indian women’s football, having won the prestigious Indian Women’s League trophy in the 2018-19 season, just a year after being promoted to the IWL. Many players from that championship-winning squad went on to represent the Indian National Women’s Team. The club further cemented its dominance by winning the Tamil Nadu Women’s League in 2021, reinforcing its position as a leader in the sport. Highlighting the club’s contribution to women’s football, it is noteworthy that 26 of the 88 athletes appointed …

Sethu FC Returns to Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

Sethu FC Returns to Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

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Sethu Football Club, based in Madurai, is thrilled to announce its return to Chennai’s iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium for the upcoming 2024-25 season of the Indian Women’s League (IWL) conducted by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). As the sole representative of Tamil Nadu in the IWL, Sethu FC eagerly anticipates the opportunity to once again play in front of its loyal home supporters after a season spent in Goa due to unforeseen circumstances. The Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) has granted the club permission to use the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, providing a significant boost to the team as it prepares for the upcoming season. Playing in Tamil Nadu not only benefits the players but also helps reconnect with the club’s passionate local fan base, which has been a constant source of support since the team’s inception. Expressing his gratitude, Club Chairman and Owner, Mr. Seeni Mohaideen, said: “We express our sincere gratitude to the Government of Tamil Nadu for its pivotal role in the holistic development of sports across various disciplines in …

A resounding win over Sethu FC takes Odisha FC to top of table

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Title aspirants Odisha FC reclaimed their winning momentum in the IWL 2023-24 when they outclassed Sethu FC 4-0 at Tilak Maidan, Goa, on Saturday. Odisha FC, who lost their previous outing to Gokulam FC last month before the IWL went for a break due to the FIFA Window, are now at the top of the table with 22 points from nine matches. Sethu FC’s show continues to be unimpressive, as they have managed to gather 10 points from nine outings. Myanmar striker Win Theingi Tun (4’) and India international Indumathi Kathiresan (23’) netted goals in the first half, while Pyari Xaxa, also a Senior National Team player, added a brace in the second session (60’, 78’) to complete the rout. The match kicked off with high expectations from both sides, but it was the visitors who held the upper hand from the beginning. Within a minute of the start, Win Theingi Tun initiated a blazing attack, delivering a fine cross into the box, only for Pyari Xaxa to falter with the final touch, thus denying …