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Prathichaya Movie Review: Nivin Pauly’s thriller drama is a stale retelling of boring stereotypes

Prathichaya Movie Review: Nivin Pauly’s thriller drama is a stale retelling of boring stereotypes

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Name: Prathichaya Director: B. Unnikrishnan Cast: Nivin Pauly, Sharaf U Dheen, Balachandra Menon, Harisree Ashokan, Maniyanpilla Raju, Ann Augustine, Sai Kumar Writer: B. Unnikrishnan Rating: 2/5 Prathichaya, starring Nivin Pauly in the lead role, was released in theaters on March 26, 2026. Directed by B. Unnikrishnan, the movie is now available for streaming on JioHotstar. If you are planning to watch the movie online, here’s the Pinkvilla review. The Plot Prathichaya follows the story of a tech entrepreneur-turned-strategist who is also the son of the Kerala CM. After his father dies as a result of a dangerous conspiracy orchestrated by a ruthless media tycoon, his life takes a dramatic turn. As the opposition attempts to exploit the conspiracy to its advantage and destabilize the landscape, the entrepreneur takes it upon himself to uncover the strategic games played by the conspirators in tarnishing his father’s name. He leads a battle against them, using his wit and skills to defend his father’s legacy and honor. What’s Good in Prathichaya The biggest takeaway from Prathichaya is the performances …

Exclusive! 90s pop star Shweta Shetty on moving abroad for love, breaking industry stereotypes and performing in Mumbai

Exclusive! 90s pop star Shweta Shetty on moving abroad for love, breaking industry stereotypes and performing in Mumbai

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90s pop star Shweta Shetty who delivered hits like Deewane Toh Deewane Hai, along with film songs like Rukmani (Roja, 1994), Mangta Hai Kya (Rangeela, 1995) Dil Tote Tote Ho Gaya (Bichhoo, 2000) and more, will perform in Mumbai next month. Speaking about her prep she says, “I love pushing the envelope, and this show is going to be something like that, from Reshma’s Lambi Judaai to Whitney Houston’s I Will Always Love You, to R &B and Hip Hop numbers. I’m not trying to show off but just enjoy myself on stage, after having being categorised all my life. ” She adds that she will be jamming with performers in their 20s and loves their energy. Shweta Shetty The singer left the country at the peak of her popularity to marry ex-husband Clemens Brandt and live in his country Germany. Recalling that time she says, “We artistes have a cold, stern, business like exterior but true artistes are also have the most sensitive, breakable hearts. I fell in love and unfortunately he wasn’t from …

International Women’s Day | Comedian Sharul Channa: Comedy is my way of challenging stereotypes and breaking them

International Women’s Day | Comedian Sharul Channa: Comedy is my way of challenging stereotypes and breaking them

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Sharul Channa, Singapore-based stand-up comedian, returns to India with her tour “Saree, These Are Just Jokes!” in March. In a male-dominated industry, she’s says she has used humour to challenge stereotypes while staying fiercely committed to her craft. “The journey has been long and yet so rewarding. There weren’t enough roles for women, for brown women in Singapore,” she says, adding how a three-minute open mic set at a comedy club changed things. “The first time people laughed, it felt like validation. But the next time I went on stage, I completely bombed.” Comedian Sharul Channa With over a decade in her career, Sharul has learnt in many ways, but she’s also clear-eyed about the gender imbalance within the comedy circuit. “If you see the ratio of men to women in the stand-up scene and the number of women who become as big as the men, the gap is still huge,” she says, adding that women often have to fight harder for the same space. Stepping into rooms dominated by male performers requires confidence and …

Jacqueline Fernandez addresses stereotypes about women in Bollywood at Cannes: ‘There is no more a shelf life’ | Bollywood

Jacqueline Fernandez addresses stereotypes about women in Bollywood at Cannes: ‘There is no more a shelf life’ | Bollywood

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Actor Jacqueline Fernandez believes that Bollywood has undergone a shift, breaking free from traditional stereotypes that once dictated female actors’ career trajectory. She feels women of all ages are now landing fantastic lead roles. Also read: Jacqueline Fernandez opens up about her mother’s death: ‘What could I have done more?’ On the work front, Jacqueline will be seen next in Housefull 5. Jacqueline Fernandez opines During a panel discussion by Deadline Hollywood with the Red Sea Film Foundation titled Women in Cinema, Jacqueline spoke about the changing narrative for women in Bollywood. The discussion was held on the sidelines of the 78th Cannes Film Festival. “In India and in Bollywood, there has been an amazing change where it’s not anymore about fitting a cookie-cutter stereotype of what it means to be an actress and how you could fit in a role. And these are the roles that you can be given if you are a certain age or if you look a certain way. That’s changed a lot in India,” Jacqueline said. The actor added, …

Dobara to Kuch Ankahi; Top 10 Pakistani dramas that broke stereotypes

Dobara to Kuch Ankahi; Top 10 Pakistani dramas that broke stereotypes

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Popular television actor Aly Goni who is currently seen in Laughter Chefs season 2 is in a relationship with Jasmin Bhasin. The two are one of the most beloved couples in the industry. The head over heels in love couple decides to take a major step in their relationship and move in together in Mumbai. But the actor revealed that their house-hunting was not easy. In a recent interview, Aly opened up about the discrimination he faced while hunting for a home in the city and revealed the bias he encountered for being a Kashmiri Muslim. Speaking on the InControversial Podcast, Aly how he faced rejection by landlords despite being a familiar face in the industry. “I have never faced discrimination in the industry for being Kashmiri. However, I faced it a lot during the house hunt. Aaj bhi hota hai. Jasmin and I were searching for a house, but many people rejected us, saying, ‘Hum Muslims ko ghar nahi dete.’ The majority of them were the old people,” he revealed. Aly even said that …

India TV ‘She’ Conclave: IPS officers Chhaya Sharma and Nupur Prasad on heroism, breaking stereotypes

India TV ‘She’ Conclave: IPS officers Chhaya Sharma and Nupur Prasad on heroism, breaking stereotypes

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At the India TV ‘She’ Conclave, IPS officers Chhaya Sharma and Nupur Prasad shared personal experiences from their policing careers, highlighting stories of courage, leadership, and breaking gender stereotypes. At the India TV ‘She’ Conclave, senior IPS officers Chhaya Sharma and Nupur Prasad shared powerful anecdotes and insights from their remarkable journeys in the Indian Police Service. The session, marked by honesty and inspiration, highlighted the challenges and triumphs of breaking stereotypes in a male-dominated profession. Chhaya Sharma, Special Commissioner with the Delhi Police and a 1999-batch officer, spoke about the importance of real empowerment. “It’s not just about having a seat at the table—it’s about making your own decisions,” she said. Known for leading the team that cracked the Nirbhaya case, Sharma reflected on how grit, empathy, and resilience shape effective leadership.   (Image Source : INDIA TV)India TV ‘She’ Conclave Joining her on stage was Nupur Prasad, Joint Commissioner, Delhi Police, and a 2007-batch officer. Echoing a powerful message, she said, “There’s no gender for any work. Policing, like any other profession, is …

Black woman breaks stereotypes as she chooses red Banarasi saree for her ‘sanatani’ wedding in viral photos

Black woman breaks stereotypes as she chooses red Banarasi saree for her ‘sanatani’ wedding in viral photos

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A wedding is the ultimate destination of two souls, where it’s more than just a ceremony but it’s a union of two souls, a celebration of love, culture, and tradition. According to Sanatan Dharma, marriage is not just a bond for this life but a sacred union that transcends seven lifetimes, symbolising the divine meeting of Shiva and Shakti. <!– 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 = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src=”https://connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v3.0&appId=179720252061082&autoLogAppEvents=1″; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); }(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); $(“.cmntbox”).toggle(); }); }); 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 …

From Jafaa to Sinf-e-Aahan; Top 7 Pakistani dramas on Youtube that broke stereotypes

From Jafaa to Sinf-e-Aahan; Top 7 Pakistani dramas on Youtube that broke stereotypes

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Pakistani dramas industry has been celebrated for its amazing content that is full of meaning and motivational messages. Here’s a list of dramas that brilliantly talks on the topics considered big taboo 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

Smashing gender stereotypes on her way to greatness

Smashing gender stereotypes on her way to greatness

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Shafali Verma is a name that resonates with grit, determination, and unparalleled talent in the world of women’s cricket. Born in Rohtak, Haryana, on January 28, 2004, her journey from a small-town girl to an international cricketing sensation is filled with inspiring milestones. Shafali’s explosive batting, combined with her resilience, has made her one of the most promising players in women’s cricket. As India celebrates the birthday of Shafali Verma today, we at The Bridge take a moment to honor the remarkable journey of a cricketing prodigy who broke barriers in the world of women’s sports. Early beginnings Shafali Verma found her passion for cricket at a young age, despite her family’s lack of connection to the sport. Encouraged by her father, she began training early and displayed immense potential even as a child. Facing resistance from local cricket academies due to her gender, Shafali’s father disguised her as a boy by cutting her hair short to help her join an academy. Her perseverance and talent soon spoke louder than her identity, setting the stage …

‘I’m Not Brad Pitt’: Benedict Cumberbatch Rejects Sex Symbol Status, Dismisses ‘Derogatory’ Hollywood Stereotypes

‘I’m Not Brad Pitt’: Benedict Cumberbatch Rejects Sex Symbol Status, Dismisses ‘Derogatory’ Hollywood Stereotypes

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Benedict Cumberbatch recently looked back on being a sex symbol and how he differs from Hollywood stars such as Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio. Speaking with Variety about his new film The Thing with Feathers, the 48-year-old actor rejected the concept of being a “typical movie star.” He said his fame came via his role in BBC’s Sherlock, but it was unusual to try to determine why people might think he is attractive. “I’m not Brad; I’m not Leonardo; I’m not a typical movie star. People were scrambling for ‘Why is he at all attractive to us?’” he said. He thinks about growing old but does not waste much time trying to determine why people are attracted to him. While appearing on the cover of People’s Sexiest Man Alive issues, Cumberbatch confessed he dislikes the word ‘celebrity,’ claiming that it somehow diminishes the meaning and unifies all public personalities. The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar actor added, “But for me to guess and try to understand that is so f—— weirdly navel-gazing. I’m not sitting around …