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Dwayne Johnson’s Live-Action Film Outpaces Snow White & Mufasa In Previews, Yet A Tough Weekend Lies Ahead

Dwayne Johnson’s Live-Action Film Outpaces Snow White & Mufasa In Previews, Yet A Tough Weekend Lies Ahead

Moana North America Box Office: Dwayne Johnson’s Live-Action Film Outpaces Snow White & Mufasa In Previews (Photo Credit: Disney) Moana has been released in theaters, and before that, previews were held, as with almost all Hollywood movies. It collected decent numbers from the Thursday previews at the North American box office. However, this does not guarantee a strong opening weekend at the box office, and it will have to work extra hard to achieve one in North America. Keep scrolling for the deets. The film’s CinemaScore rating is not bad, as it has received an A- from moviegoers on the site. However, it is not ideal for any Disney PG-rated live-action movie and is also below the previous Moana movies. It is on par with Mufasa: The Lion King and Jungle Cruise, among others. The film’s CinemaScore rating is only above Snow White’s B+. Moana’s collection from the Thursday preview at the North American box office According to trade analyst Luiz Fernando, Moana collected $4.5 million on Thursday previews at the North American box office. …

Russian cab driver refused money from Raj Kapoor’s grandson Nikhil Nanda amid snow storm: ‘Realised his impact’

Russian cab driver refused money from Raj Kapoor’s grandson Nikhil Nanda amid snow storm: ‘Realised his impact’

Raj Kapoor’s fame knew no boundaries. Apart from being a superstar in India, the legendary actor-filmmaker enjoyed immense popularity in Russia, something that his grandson experienced during his time in the United States. Recently, Nikhil Nanda, son of Raj Kapoor’s daughter Ritu Nanda, spoke about the moment he realised his maternal grandfather’s popularity overseas. Nikhil Nanda recalled his memories of grandfather Raj Kapoor. Nikhil on bond with Raj Kapoor Speaking on Shrishti Sahu’s podcast, Nikhil recalled his bond with Raj Kapoor and how his mother would take him to Mumbai during summer breaks to meet his maternal side of the family. Nikhil admitted that while growing up, he never saw Raj Kapoor as a star, but simply as his grandfather. Raj Kapoor fan refused to take cab fare Nikhil Nanda recalled that he truly understood the magnitude of Raj Kapoor’s popularity when he was studying at the University of Pennsylvania in the United States. Recalling the incident, he said, “I realised who Raj Kapoor was when I was in college. When I went to the …

Kedarnath temple portals open as fresh snow draws thousands of devotees

Kedarnath temple portals open as fresh snow draws thousands of devotees

The portals (kapat) of Baba Kedarnath opened on Wednesday, as thousands of pilgrims arrived at the Dham amid fresh snowfall that blanketed the entire Kedarnath township under a thick layer of snow. Devotees were seen making their way to the shrine, with the snow-covered landscape adding to the spiritual atmosphere of the pilgrimage. Rudraprayag District Magistrate Vishal Mishra on Wednesday said that snowfall this season has been significant even during March and April, drawing excitement among devotees. “The snowfall this time was heavy even in March and April. Our devotees are very excited to see the snow. I appeal to everyone to be cautious and not take the routes that are not safe for your journey,” Mishra told ANI. Earlier, Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Niharika Tomar said that the administration has tightened security and management arrangements in Kedarnath Dham during the pilgrimage season. She said that the use of mobile phones, drones, or any cameras for videography has been completely banned within the temple premises. “In accordance with the guidelines issued this time, making any …

Snow in hills, rain in plains as western disturbance sweeps north India

Snow in hills, rain in plains as western disturbance sweeps north India

The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday (April 4, 2026) witnessed fresh snowfall as a spell of wet weather gripped north India, bringing rainfall to parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. Rains and hailstorms have continued to lash the northern States intermittently this week, with wheat growers in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan staring at major losses due to crop damage. The national capital, meanwhile, witnessed rain during the night between Friday (April 3, 2026) and Saturday (April 4, 2026) in isolated areas. However, the maximum temperature in the city dropped due to persistent cloudy conditions throughout the day. In Jammu and Kashmir, the snowfall also led to the closure of many important inter-district roads, officials said. The Met Office warned of brief but intense heavy showers in isolated parts, which may lead to flash floods and landslides at a few vulnerable places and waterlogging in a few low-lying areas. Sadhna Top and other higher reaches in Kupwara, Mughal Road in Shopian, Margan Top connecting Anantnag with Kishtwar, and Razdan …

Snow in hills, rain in plains as western disturbance sweeps north India| India News

Snow in hills, rain in plains as western disturbance sweeps north India| India News

The higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday witnessed fresh snowfall as a spell of wet weather gripped north India, bringing rainfall to parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan. However, the wet weather poses a risk to farmers, who face crop damage and potential financial losses amidst the unpredictable climate. (ANI Video Grab) Rains and hailstorms have continued to lash the northern states intermittently this week, with wheat growers in Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan staring at major losses due to crop damage. The national capital, meanwhile, witnessed rain during the night between Friday and Saturday in isolated areas. However, the maximum temperature in the city dropped due to persistent cloudy conditions throughout the day. In Jammu and Kashmir, the snowfall also led to the closure of many important inter-district roads, officials said. ALSO READ | Chandigarh: Expect hail, thunderstorm today The Met Office warned of brief but intense heavy showers in isolated parts, which may lead to flash floods and landslides at a few vulnerable places and waterlogging in a …

‘Summer is coming’ – Finland Cricket’s motto as they wrap up their mostly-overnight winter T20 training, with snow outside their dome

‘Summer is coming’ – Finland Cricket’s motto as they wrap up their mostly-overnight winter T20 training, with snow outside their dome

3 min readMar 31, 2026 03:00 PM IST Not every country can boast of natural floodlights in multi-colours. But when Finland host their annual ‘overnight cricket camps’ at Helsinki’s Eerikkila the vistas outside can range from dazzling northern lights to minus 6 degrees snow. “Not everyday you drive home from cricket and see this,” a player posted on Instagram. Finland is to host the ICC Men’s World Cup Europe Group C qualifiers in August, and their team, named the Bears ran with the ‘Summer is coming’ motto, where they trained hard in cricket skills in freezing winters, mostly at nights, waiting for the tournament to arrive. Announcing their first bilateral iof 2026 against Cyprus (called the Rams), the newbie nation announced, “The hard work through the cold months had been immense and is ongoing. The new look of Bears is built on discipline and effort and Cyprus our first real test.” It started with the happiest nation installing two cricket wicket surfaces, complete with shockpads, laying low maintenance, high quality surfaces in November. With the …

Inside Kareena Kapoor’s March getaway with Saif Ali Khan, kids: From having fun in the snow to enjoying snacks

Inside Kareena Kapoor’s March getaway with Saif Ali Khan, kids: From having fun in the snow to enjoying snacks

Actor Kareena Kapoor recently hit pause on her hectic schedule to jet off on a picturesque family getaway with husband Saif Ali Khan and their sons, Taimur and Jeh. Treating fans to a slice of her holiday diary, Kareena shared a series of candid snapshots from the trip, capturing everything from snow-draped vistas to cosy, snack-filled moments. Kareena Kapoor is married to Saif Ali Khan, with whom she shares two sons. Kareena gives recap of her March On Sunday, Kareena shared a glimpse of her March highlights on Instagram, posting a recap of the month. Her update included a series of pictures from her vacation, featuring moments of her striking playful pouts, her children, Taimur and Jeh, enjoying time in the snow, and a few snapshots of her husband, Saif Ali Khan. Sharing the pictures from her March, Kareena wrote as caption, “Started with snow, ended with snacks that’s been March,” read the caption. The pictures also capture moments from her shopping outings, the food she indulged in, the medicines they carried for the vacation, …

Heavy snowfall blankets Kedarnath Dham under 3-4 feet of thick snow

Heavy snowfall blankets Kedarnath Dham under 3-4 feet of thick snow

Continuous heavy snowfall has blanketed Kedarnath Dham under a thick layer of snow measuring nearly three to four feet, covering the entire township and surrounding areas in white. According to the Kedarnath Temple Committee, at the world-renowned eleventh Jyotirlinga, Kedarnath Temple, and the entire Kedar Valley have been enveloped in a shimmering layer of snow, creating a truly divine and mesmerising scene. Despite sub-zero temperatures and harsh weather conditions, personnel from the Uttarakhand Police and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) remain fully alert, maintaining a strong security presence in the region. “Even in such extreme conditions, the jawans continue regular patrols to ensure the sanctity and safety of the shrine,” the Temple Committee said. The security forces have established a robust and impenetrable security cover amid the ongoing snowfall. At the same time, the security personnel are clearing the accumulated snow around the barracks and living areas on their own, demonstrating self-reliance and discipline to ensure that their operations continue without disruption. Meanwhile, Uttarakhand has been witnessing significant developments in its tourism sector, with the …

Rain, snow to persist in hilly regions of North India; temperatures to rise in plains| India News

Rain, snow to persist in hilly regions of North India; temperatures to rise in plains| India News

As a Western Disturbance is set to influence weather in North India, isolated to scattered rainfall/ snowfall is likely over the Western Himalayan region from February 9 (Monday) to February 11 (Wednesday). A wet spell along with isolated to scattered rainfall or snowfall is likely over Jammu and Kashmir. (ANI) According to the India Meteorological Department, a wet spell along with isolated to scattered rainfall or snowfall is likely over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit Baltistan, and Muzaffarabad on February 8 to February 11, in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on February 9 to February 11. A scattered to fairly widespread rainfall or snowfall with thunderstorm, lightning and gusty wind speeds reaching 30-40 kmph is also “likely over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-Gilgit-Baltistan-Muzaffarabad and Himachal Pradesh” on February 10. Gradual rise in minimum temperature in plains The plains in Northwest India will see a gradual rise in minimum temperature by about 2 degree Celsius over the next two days. The temperature may thereafter see gradual fall by about degrees Celsius “during subsequent two days” and no significant change after that. …

Rain, Snow To Hit North India As Western Disturbance Approaches; Warmer Days Ahead In Delhi | India News

Rain, Snow To Hit North India As Western Disturbance Approaches; Warmer Days Ahead In Delhi | India News

Last Updated:February 08, 2026, 20:24 IST While snowfall is expected in the mountains, minimum temperatures across northwest India are likely to rise gradually by around two degrees Celsius over the next two days. Study flags rising health and financial risks from worsening air quality Rain and snowfall are expected to affect parts of North India due to a fresh weather system while temperatures in the national capital are likely to rise, according to weather officials. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated a change in weather conditions over the Western Himalayan region, however most parts of the country are likely to remain dry over the next seven days. A Western Disturbance, currently moving as a trough in the upper atmosphere, is set to cross into the region on February 9, 2026. Travellers heading to the mountains may need to prepare for colder conditions as the new weather system sets in, with isolated to scattered rainfall or snowfall likely over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gilgit, Baltistan and Muzaffarabad from February 9. The wet spell is expected …