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Couple travel across 7 countries with dog in a Campervan

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Smriti called Sim and Kartik have been travelling across the world in a van with their dog Everest. This Toronto based couple have made a 45 year old Dodge campervan their home. So far, they have spent 16 months and have covered seven countries across 27,000 km.


While Kartik is an IT consultant, Sim works in digital marketing. Both of them work remote. They had a big fat Indian wedding just before the world was struck by the Covid-19 pandemic. They began their journey in mid 2020. From then on, they have been living in their home on wheels. It has a bed, a couch, a kitchen, a big sink, storage space for utensils and provisions, a small fridge, a toilet. a fan and an electrical system too.


Sim loves to cook outdoors and rustles up delicious meals using a wide range of spices. They usually wrap up their official work by afternoon and then spend the rest of their day outdoors- watching sunsets, splashing around in water, hiking or just lazing around with their dog Everest.

Malayalam Actor Pradeep KR passes away

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The actor mostly known for his comedy roles was fondly called Kottayam Pradeep

The Malayalam film industry mourned the passing of Kottayam Pradeep who gained popularity with his roles in television and films. Popular among them were Oru Vadakkan Selfie, Life of Josutty and Amar Akbar Antony. The 61 year old actor whose was originally called Pradeep KR, was known mostly for his comic roles. He passed away on Thursday due to a cardiac arrest. The actor started his career in Malayalam movies in 1999, under director I V Sasi and went on to do over 70 films. Most Mollywood actors took to social media to express their condolences. Prithviraj Sukumaran was among the first few to post on his page, he wrote, “Rest in peace! #KottayamPradeep 🙏” Kottayam Pradeep is survived by his wife and two children.

Redefining Hospitality Amidst The Pandemic

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A Chat with Vikas Kumar, GM at Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark

With the pandemic refusing to recede for two years in a row, things were not easy for most of us and among the industries that were affected, the hospitality industry was perhaps the worst hit. With tourism coming to a complete standstill, restaurants shutting down and people staying home, hotels and resorts took a long while to recover. Amidst the pandemic, Vikas Kumar, who took on his new role as General Manager at Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark, tells us about the woes of the hospitality sector, it’s resilience and how his team sailed through the chaos. 

Interview: Riya Sonny Datson

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What excites you about you the hospitality industry?

The most wonderful part of my job is that each day is unique and unpredictable and that keeps me on my toes. The hospitality industry has given me the opportunity to meet diverse sets of personalities like artistes, actors, bureaucrats, politicians, entrepreneurs etc. and it is very insightful to interact with each of them. My work also allows me to travel places and experience different cultures, which is something I absolutely enjoy. 

You have been in the industry for close to two decades now, would you recall some of the most challenging roles you have undertaken till date?

Of all the roles I have undertaken, three of them have been most challenging and yet satisfying. The first was one of my mid management roles at Hyderabad International Convention Centre as an Event Services Manager. I was required to single handedly coordinate world class events that were spread over 4000 sq m area with over 40 meeting units that had events happening simultaneously. I had to plan and coordinate with all the departments of the hotel, the client and other stakeholders. That was indeed a role that gave me an adrenaline rush. The second role was associated with the pre-opening of Westin, Hyderabad. I saw the 428 key hotel come up from barren land, brick by brick, to a business hotel with world class infrastructure and Food and Beverage concepts. It was extremely challenging to select the right set of people at every juncture and we traveled across India to handpick our associates and train them to take on their roles.  The third of course has been my current role amidst a pandemic, at a business hotel that is driven solely by corporate business. The pandemic has literally shut down the Infopark and all businesses around the area. While generating clients became a challenging task, keeping my team motivated was even more difficult. We had to stay positive and focus on things we could do amidst all the restrictions and limitations. 

How did the hospitality industry cope with the pandemic situation?

The pandemic was the biggest jolt ever to the industry. During the two years, I had the opportunity to work with two completely different segments of the industry, the first being a resort in Rajasthan ‘Westin Pushkar Resort & Spa’ and the second, being a business hotel, Four Points by Sheraton at Kochi Infopark. Every single day was a learning for us, we had to constantly relook and evaluate what we did on a day to day basis. We had little support from the government and the industry survived because of its resilience and innovative strategies. People were willing to go to hotels that were at a drivable distance as they felt safe in their own vehicles. So domestic tourism picked up and most hotels capitalised on this opportunity. ‘Staycation’ became popular like never before. Though the restaurants were hit, there was an emerging opportunity for food delivery and ‘Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels’ used the chance to bring our fabulous cuisine to the guests’ doorstep. 

Another new concept that emerged during the pandemic was that of ‘Cloud Kitchen’. These were small, stand alone ventures, set up  as a take away outlet or offered to deliver food to customers. 

I must also mention that the pandemic has made the hospitality sector more sensitive to nature, to optimise the use of our resources and to reduce our carbon footprint. Today ‘going green’ is not a fancy word but is a reality. Many hotels have installed charging stations for electric vehicles, they have installed glass water bottling plants to avoid use of plastic and encourage e-bills to avoid paper usage. With restrictions being rolled back, business is picking up at hotels and the hospitality industry is swinging back into action.

How has Four Points by Sheraton adapted to the situation under your leadership?

At Marriott, safety, hygiene and high service standards have always been given top priority and considering the current situation, these points have taken a front seat. It is my prime focus area and we don’t not compromise on safety and hygiene at any cost, like for example, all major touch points at the hotels have been identified and are being sanitised regularly, apart from following all other Covid protocols. There is a process in place and training is given constantly to ensure standards are maintained. At Marriott, one of the most important core value is to ‘Put People First’, be it our guest or associates and their safety is of utmost importance. 

Even during the pandemic when we were focussing on food delivery, we were clear that we will not compromise on quality as we represent a brand that stands for high standards. We even curated a special menu that would ensure quality and freshness of our dishes. Though our business is corporate driven, the design and infrastructure at our property have fascinated family and couples. With an open lawn, an infinity pool, array of activities and entertainment for kids like games, movie shows, cooking sessions with Chef, it is the perfect destination for a family vacation. We have four Food and Beverage outlets to pamper your taste buds and a dedicated spa to rejuvenate your mind and body. All these elements add perfect value to our staycation package.

What is the one thing you like most about your current profile?

As a General Manager, I get to do a bit of everything in my hotel. The casual chats and the  lighter moments I share with my line associates really excites me. I find it very interesting and everyday is a great learning for me and the team.

Considering Kochi has multiple five star hotels, what do you think is the biggest strength of this property?

Marriott has five brands in the city but each property is unique in their own way. Four Points by Sheraton Kochi Infopark is designed for independent travellers, couples and family, offering them a chance to kick back and relax. We have 218 rooms that are sleek and modern. The property is only three years old which makes it more appealing. The rooms on the higher floors are fabulous with a great view of the city, we have 23 suites and all them have a separate kitchenette which has been an added attraction during the pandemic. Our food and beverage outlets are ready to pamper all kinds of taste buds. We are the only 5 star hotel located within Infopark campus. Though we are not in the city centre, we are at a prime location with easy access to all landmarks in the city. The Marriott loyalty program, the Marriott Bonvoy has so much to offer to our customers. 

When you are not working how do you rejuvenate yourself?

When am off work, I work on myself to be in a frame of mind that will keep me motivated and productive. Am passionate about fitness, I follow an active regime to keep my mind and body energised.  I love melodies and have recorded over 250 songs on Smule. That s a perfect stress buster for me. I am a nature lover and I often drive  solo to serene locations. As a leader, it is important to stay in a good frame of mind, no matter what the challenges are, I have to put myself forward as a highly motivated and positive person. 

Having worked abroad, how are the hotels abroad different from Indian brands? 

I believe the fundamentals of the industry remain same whether in India or abroad. We have similar business modules and the infrastructure of five star hotels in India  are world class. When it comes to our soft skills, they are unparalleled, as it is in our culture to be humble and tolerant. I take a lot of pride to say that we have world class 5 star hotels in India and our hospitality is unmatchable. The only area that needs improvement would be for the government to take measures to boost tourism.

As a guest, what are the key points you would look for at a hotel?

I am different at my trips and I wish to be treated differently. I choose a hotel based on my trip persona – it could be a business trip, a family trip, nature trip or a solo trip. Depending on the purpose of the trip, my choice of hotels vary. Cleanliness, hygiene, good food and hospitable staff remains top priority while choosing any of these hotels.  

By Arya Presents Kaboodle, A Whimsical Slow Fashion Collection

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By Arya, Chennai-based Arya Giri’s prêt wear designer label presents a new capsule collection: Kaboodle. The capsule presents an exclusive eight iconic shirts. Each one was lovingly created using linear and organic cuts; utilizes textiles such as organic satins, mulls, and poplins; and has exquisite hand-embroidered kantha work that entailed hundreds of hours of crafting.

 

The collection was inspired by Giri’s memories of exploring her grandfather’s wardrobe as a child, which always contained 15 shirts that he would select at the start of every year that could be skillfully styled to suit any occasion. This approach is captured in the conceptual basis of the capsule: celebrating the quintessential shirt, carefully chosen as a signature of one’s personal sensibilities.

 

Informed by a slow fashion sensibility, the collection is infused with youthful, fun and dynamic elements of design. The capsule’s name, Kaboodle, was inspired by the books of Dr. Seuss and the fantastical language used therein. The word is intended to convey anything that the one who wears the shirt desires, giving their personalities full expression through style.

 

Speaking on the capsule collection, By Arya’s founder and creative director Arya Giri says, “The Kaboodle experience is for someone who is vivacious, curious, appreciates nostalgia and has a clear sense of style. They understand the beauty and inherent value of slow fashion and thoughtfully curate their wardrobe to be a unique amalgamation of culture, sustainability and personal stories. These eight shirts each bring a distinctive charm to such a wardrobe.”

 

Kaboodle follows the success of By Arya’s previous collections, “The Dotted Line”, which explored handloom textiles from a sustainability perspective, and “The Feminine Force”, which engaged with the power and symbolism of the goddess Kali. 

Actress Suhasini Maniratnam Awarded Winners Of Regional Kolor Champ 21

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Global Art Alwarpet recently held a felicitation function for the Winners of the Regional Kolor Champ 21. Amrit Mahadevan a student of P.S.Senior Secondary School, Mylapore and studying in Class 5 emerged the Champion among more than 300 children in Group C (category for 10-12-year-olds)

Suhasini Maniratnam, National Award-winning Artist, Dr. Saranya Jaikumar, Chennai’s first Doctorate in Educational Psychology and Member of TN Commission for protection of Child Rights and Srutanjay Narayanan, IAS were the Special Invitees who gave away the Trophies to the kids and the Course Instructors who trained them. All of them spoke on the importance of Creativity in the overall development of a child.

Hi Buddy 22, an Online and Offline Exhibition showcasing the works of the students was also inaugurated The Art center was also relaunched at a new location after 23 months of turbulence due to the pandemic While Online Classes continue to keep the children Creatively motivated, many kids and parents were excited to restart the Onsite Classes too.

Global Art is an International Art program for children in the age group of 5-15 years with a presence in over 20 countries. It aims to improve Creativity in a child through Drawing and Coloring.

Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell to marry girl of Indian origin

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Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell is all set to marry Vini Raman, his long time girlfriend, a Tamil girl on the 27th of March this year. The wedding invitation is in Tamil, has gone viral and netizens are impressed by it. The pair got engaged in 2020. The wedding was supposed to be a private affair but unfortunately, it has gone viral and so the couple has to get extra security for the wedding.


Maxwell is also a part of RCB and has been retained by the team for the current season for a sum of Rs 11 crore.


The post of the wedding invite has so far garnered over 1,200 likes. Fans are eager to know if the wedding will be a TamBram ceremony or whether there will be a white wedding gown?
Vini Raman has regularly shared pictures with Glenn on her Instagram profile and some of them are very adorable.

Shilpa Shetty’s pet dog Princess passes away

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Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty’s pet dog passed away and has left the actress and her family completely heartbroken. The pet was named Princess Shetty Kundra and was with the family for almost 12 years. It was a heartbreaking moment for Shilpa and her family to bid a final goodbye to their pet. She shared her memories on her Instagram handle.


Shilpa penned an emotional note remembering Princess. She thanked it for coming into their lives and giving them some of the best memories and stated that nothing can fill the void that it left behind.
On the work front, Shilpa is a judge on the show India’s got Talent 9. She is judging the show along with Badshah and Kirron Kher. Earlier, she was one of the judges for Super Dancer 3 along with Anurag Basu and Geeta Kapur.

Life Comes Full Circle For Unni Mukundan !

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Unni Mukundan speaks of his very first production ‘Meppadiyan’

A young teenager travelled all the way from Ahmedabad to Kerala with dreams of becoming a film director. His love for literature, fantasy and animation was what drove him to Cinema, for he believed he could weave wonderful stories through films. Director Lohithadas took him under his wing, but just when his career was about to  take off, his dreams came crashing down.  Indeed destiny had other plans. His struggles and disappointments didn’t break him, but they only made him stronger and more determined to take on the reins. As the industry gets back on track after Covid, he is back with a vengeance! Today he is an actor who has carved a niche for himself, a playback singer who has written and crooned his own songs and now, has his own production company, Unni Mukundan Films! Ritz catches up with the ever evolving and dashing young star Unni Mukundan, who is basking in the success of his first production ‘Meppadiyan’ that features him in an all new avatar! 

Interview: Riya Sonny Datson

Photography: Shafi Shakkeer

Costume: Byhand

Accessories: Malabar Gold and Diamonds

Styling: Arjun Vasudev

Makeup: Arun Ayur

Location: Port Muziris Kochi

You are in a space where you get to call the shots! How does it feel looking back?

I have realised that at the end of the day, you are on your own. Everyday is a learning and that is a constant process. Art is very subjective and I have come to understand that Cinema is not solely about art or talent, there is a commercial angle to it, which is what drives it to a great extent. It took me some time to find that balance. I have grown organically, responding to the environment around me and I feel my career would have been less chaotic if I had someone to guide me. But isn’t life all about learning from your mistakes? I am glad that ten years down the line, I have carved a niche for myself. I have explored my capabilities, working in multiple industries, trying my hand as an actor, a lyricist, a play back singer and now, even as a producer. I would have laughed at the thought of taking on these roles ten years ago but today, am confident about myself. For me, Cinema feels new every time – full of surprises.

Having spent your childhood in Gujarat and having no background in Cinema, what was it that attracted you to a career in films?

I have always been fascinated by English literature, fantasy and animation. Through Cinema, I felt I could explore a different world that was beyond my imagination. So when I spoke about it to my father, he agreed to let me pursue my passion unlike a regular career. My parents have been extremely supportive from the start, so much so that there were times when I felt bogged down by their love and support. When things didn’t go well, I would feel miserable that I am letting them down but thankfully, after a brief period of uncertainty, it all fell into place. 

From wanting to be a director, how did you choose to face the camera instead?

I understood very early on that a director is the captain of the ship and personally, I felt I was a good narrator. So that’s what attracted me to direction. But when I met renowned director Lohithadas Sir, he was the one who suggested that I take up acting initially. Apart from being a great learning experience, he said It would help me financially as well, as I had no foothold in the industry. I was supposed to start work with him, when he passed away unexpectedly. It was after his death, that reality hit me that the one person whom I was completely dependent on was no more. From then on, it was a period of struggle for nearly three years until ‘Mallu Singh’ happened. A lot of people warned me about doing the film, telling me not to take up a role that was rejected by a star. But I had reached a point where I felt it didn’t matter anymore.  I had nothing to lose and I decided to give it my best. After the film became a hit and the audience accepted me, things completely changed and it has been magical journey for me from then on. I will never say that I am a self made actor. All through my journey, there have been individuals who have helped me and given me opportunities to work and grow. Neither would I call myself talented, I am a slow learner but a good learner. I have tried to live up to the expectations of my audience and have managed to leave a mark on the characters I have portrayed. 

Cinema is a field that is full of uncertainty. How do you handle the stress?

I remember one of my producers telling me on the first day that only if the film is a hit, I am a successful actor. But the truth is there is no proven ‘formula for success’ in films, which may be the reason why not all good actors are successful. I can’t deny the fact that a career in Cinema is very stressful. I have been through it all – auditions, rejections, flops, hits and popularity and have reached a point now where things don’t affect me as much as it used to. The pressure of getting work and ‘work pressure’ are two different things. With my production house, UMF, I feel more confident about exploring myself as an actor, it gives me the freedom to take the right decisions for my film, keeping only the audience in mind. There will always be stress but I think I am tuned to work well under pressure.

Your general perception is that of a romantic or action hero. But your latest release Brahmam with Prithviraj and Mamta Mohandas had shades of grey. Did you have inhibitions doing the role?

Not at all. I am not worried about the roles I play. I have always played different shades of grey right from the very start of my career. I feel secure in my space now and being the bad guy doesn’t scare me. This is the age where the ‘Joker’ wins the Best actor award. Times have changed and more importantly, I want people to see me in a different light. 

Does it bother you that there is a tendency for people to stereotype your roles based on your looks?

Yes, I would call it a kind of body shaming to stereotype people based on their looks and physical appearance. I want to break the stereotype that if you have a good physique, you must be an action hero or the hero’s sidekick. For an actor, their body is a prop. I think I belong to the new age of actors who are focussed on fitness.  Working out and maintaining a healthy physique is an important part of my lifestyle and I don’t want to restrict my craft because I choose to live my life in a certain way. Today the film industry is very fashion conscious but it is a fact that fashion goes hand in hand with fitness. So it is only a matter of time before people accept that fitness is important, especially in Cinema.

Tell us about your production ‘Meppadiyan’. How was the experience juggling the role as an actor and a producer?

Meppadiyan was a very challenging film for me personally. I have acted, produced and even designed the film. Though Covid kept us on our toes, we completed the film ten days ahead of schedule. The whole experience has changed me as an individual. It has been like a dream to have finished my own film. We had an extensive star cast with over thirty actors and I am very proud that we, as a team could pull it off inspite of the pandemic.  I got the opportunity to introduce newcomers to the industry which is a big achievement for me personally. Vishnu Mohan, who is the script writer and director of the film is a newbie but I decided to work with him because he has the same conviction that I had when I started out ten years ago. As a producer, UMF gives me a sense of freedom and I absolutely enjoyed it. I had it all well planned as I didn’t want the actor in me to take a beating. All those who have watched the film have given me rave reviews.

The poster of the film featured you as a character unlike any you have portrayed so far. How difficult was it for you to step out of your fitness regime?

As an actor, it was a very challenging role as I had to put on almost 20kg to look my part in the film. But even while putting on weight, I consciously stayed away from junk food. Yes, my character in Meppadiyan is unlike anything I have portrayed till date. Thanks to Covid, I had to stay in that physique for almost one and half years, which was very taxing for me, as I am very conscious and focussed about my fitness. After I finished the movie, it took me some time to get back in shape. Psychologically it scares me when I am not fit. More than my physical appearance,  the health issues and fear of a physical disability is what worries me. Being on a diet comes easily to me and hitting the gym is an indispensable part of my lifestyle.

As a producer and actor, how do you see the influx of OTT platforms?

I would say OTT has helped Malayalam Cinema to a great extent but I also feel that its not the ultimate platform. Having watched films in theatres, I feel the whole experience of watching a film in a theatre can never be compared to an OTT. There is a lot of investment that goes into creating the sound and visual quality, which can never be experienced on a small screen. I see  OTT as a new platform, where people from around the globe watch you perform and that definitely excites me as an actor, but I would want my films to release not just in theatres but in as many platforms as possible. If one has a story, it has to be narrated in the best possible way. We need to be open to new platforms but let’s not compromise on what we have.

You have worked in Tamil and Telugu industries as well. How difficult was it learning the languages and working in other industries?

Though Malayalam is my mother tongue, I never knew how to read or write the language. I grew up in a multilingual society in Gujarat for twenty years, which gave me the opportunity to learn different languages including Tamil. Though I am a Malayali, I believe that you can never take the Gujarati out of me! For the same reason when I started out, my accent, body language and style were very different from my peers. I was often criticised and written off saying that I won’t be able to fit in. It hurt me but it also pushed me to a point where I decided that I am not giving up. I learnt how to read and write the language and worked hard to perfect it. When you don’t give yourself a choice, you will do whatever it takes to get it right – be it any industry. In fact, it gives me a high to achieve things that seem hard or impossible. I consider every film as my last film and give it my best. I like to explore and experiment with new things as well. For example, since I have always loved poetry, I started writing songs in Malayalam and doing play back singing – which amazed even my immediate family as they knew my background. So, working in an another industry or learning another language was never a challenge for me. 

Tell us about your upcoming projects. 

I am working on a Telugu film called Khiladi that is directed by Ramesh Varma and we are working together again in another action film that will be releasing pan India. Am also starting another Tamil – Telugu project soon. In Malayalam, there is 12th Man with Mohanlal, Ek Din, which is a children’s film, Bruce Lee and two films that I am doing with Director Jayaraj Sir. He is one of my favourite directors and it was a wonderful experience working with him. His film, Deshadanam is one of my personal favourites. I had to do sync sound while shooting for his film, which again was a totally new experience for me. 

Would you be getting into Direction next as it was your dream?

Yes definitely, Covid has taught me that I must not put off my plans. Besides, UMF will help me accomplish all that I have dreamt of doing. Direction will definitely happen very soon. 

Actors are the main targets of trolls. How do you handle that part of your popularity?

I am humane and there are times when I do feel hurt on seeing insensitive posts on social media. Sometimes, I type out a huge reply and then delete it. That way I feel I am able to take it out of my system. But when I feel the need to address the issue, I reframe it and do try to communicate my thoughts. Cinema is just a part of my life and once the camera is off, I don’t see myself as an actor.  I don’t want my passion to burden me as an individual. There are a lot of things that excite me apart from Cinema. One part of my life should not define my personality or individuality. I do have my opinions and I have the right to express it.

What is the one thought that keeps you going?

When I am low, I remind myself about how I started out ten years ago and I get a high when I think of what I have accomplished today. There have been times when I have travelled by train for five days to meet a film maker for just an hour and he would turn me down and I have had to travel back another five days to get home. Since I was working then, I would lose ten days of paid leave just to be told ‘NO’. I know what patience is all about. I also know that if you create good content, people will watch your films. I compete with myself, trying do better each time I face the camera. I want people from across the world to see my films and that is what I hope to achieve through UMF.

Elon Musk has plans to reach Mars on the Starship Spacecraft

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The founder of SpaceX, Elon Musk has plans of reaching Mars on the Starship spacecraft. The billionaire who has revolutionised commercial space travel has now released a simulation of what the journey to Mars will look like.
Last week, Musk released details about the development of Starship which is supposed to be the world’s most powerful rocket ever built.


Musk stood beside the 390 foot rocket at SpaceX’Ss Texas spaceport, said ”Let’s make this real !. This is really some wild stuff here. In fact hard to believe it’s real.”
Though SpaceX’s Super Heavy first-stage booster has yet to blast off, it has been successfully launched. SpaceX has been ramping up operations with its workhorse Falcon-9 launching at least once a week since the beginning of this year. It has been launching Starlink constellations and cargo to the International Space Station.

Actor and activist Deep Sidhu dies in an accident

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The actor was embroiled in a controversy relating to the Republic Day violence

Deep Sidhu was a lawyer turned actor and activist who is best known for his Punjabi films, Ramta Jogi (2015), Rang Punjab and Saade Aale in 2018. He was also the main accused as the conspirator in the Republic Day violence at the Red Fort during the farmer’s protest. Though he was arrested, the actor was out on bail. Sidhu was traveling to Punjab from Delhi when the accident happened on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway. His SUV rammed into a stationary truck, though the 37 year old was rushed to the hospital, doctors declared him brought dead.

Punjab chief Minister Charanjith Singh Channi tweeted, “Deeply saddened to learn about the unfortunate demise of renowned actor and social activist, #DeepSidhu. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family and fans.” Co stars and fans are deeply saddened by the actor’s demise.

Renowned Singer Bappi Lahiri passes away

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The 69 year old singer composer passed away in a Mumbai hospital 

Bappi Lahiri stole hearts with his disco music in the 80s and 90s and his numbers like Chalte Chalte, Disco Dance and Sharaabi were popular hits. He had composed many songs for Bollywood films as well. Bappi’s last appearance was for Big Boss 15 with Salman Khan.

The musician was born as Alokesh Lahiri in 1952 in West Bengal’s Jalpaiguri. His father Aparesh Lahiri and mother Bansari Lahiri were Bengali singers and musicians. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee tweeted, “Shocked to hear about the untimely demise of legendary singer and music composer Bappi Lahiri. A boy from our North Bengal, he rose to all-India fame and success by the dint of his sheer talent and hard work, and made us proud by his musical contribution.”

“Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight,” Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital, told PTI. Many Bollywood stars, politicians and well wishers expressed their shock at the untimely demise of Bappi Lahiri.

‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ team postpones release date

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The film is now expected to release worldwide on August 11th 2022

Aamir Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’, which is also his home production is reportedly a remake of the American film titled ‘Forrest Gump’ that was originally played by Tom Hanks. Kareena Kapoor plays the lead role in the Hindi remake. The film that was originally expected to reach theatres for Christmas last year was postponed to 14th April 2022. But now Aamir Khan Productions have tweeted that since they were unable to complete the film, the worldwide release has been postponed to 11th August 2022. He also thanked Mr.Bhushan Kumar, T Series, Om Raut and the entire team of ‘Adipurush’ for shifting the release date of their much awaited film starring Prabhas, Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon to accommodate Laal Singh Chaddha. Fans were dishearten to hear that the release was yet again postponed but the wait is on for another blockbuster!

 

Mammikka’s new look goes viral!

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The daily wage earner from Kerala turns model at the age of sixty

All the tables turned for Mammikka, the daily wage earner from Kerala when photographer Shareek Vayalil gave him a makeover with a suit and sun glasses for a photoshoot of a fashion brand. Mammikka has been winning the internet with his pics going viral and his make over video crossing 23,000 views. He has even been compared to actor Vinayakan. The sixty year old hopes to take up a career in modelling along side his original profession. Mammikka belongs to Kozhikode district of Kerala.

Actress Vani Bhojan Inaugurates Wootu Weight Loss & Nutrition Clinic

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Actress Vani Bhojan along with Co-Founders of Wootu Nutrition, Ajay Ameer, Dr. Preeti Raj, and Geetha Priya jointly inaugurated ‘Wootu Diet Clinics 4th Branch and Chennai’s Largest Diet Kitchen at Porur, Chennai. With over 15,000 satisfied customers, Wootu Nutrition – “The Best Weight Loss Dietician” as awarded by Times Business Awards is also the fastest-growing Diet clinic chain in South India with an expert team of Tamil, English, Telugu, and Hindi speaking dietitians, catering to customers across all of Chennai and offers virtual consultation across India and overseas.

The new, state-of-the-art Diet Kitchen has been established to bring awareness about the importance of eating well and to improve your relationship with food. The mission is to introduce the concept, that healthy eating doesn’t necessarily mean ‘expensive’, ‘boring’ and ’bland’ but instead, can be tasty and interesting, therefore our tagline – “DIET MADE DELICIOUS”. We currently cater over 10,000 curated, calorie-calculated, weight loss assured healthy meals (made from Chemical-free, Non-GMO & Organic ingredients). With a capacity of delivering 40,000 meals in a month and an aggressive growth plan in place, we are confident of operating at full capacity by Q4 2022 and aim to expand our Diet kitchens across key cities in South India.

Wootu specializes in providing Diet Counseling, Diet Food Subscription, Detoxification, and Slimming Therapies for its valued customers. The word “Wootu” means feeding in Tamil and is also a derivation of the Tamil word “woota chathu” which means nutrition. Wootu Nutrition is an initiative by Dr. Preeti Raj (Chief Nutritionist & Co-Founder) that specializes in the field of Women’s Health Nutrition, Fertility Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition, Weight Management Nutrition, and more.

Address: 38/1, Mount Poonamallee Road, Porur, Chennai: 600 116

Malaika Arora gives us couple goals on Valentine’s Day!

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Her picture with boyfriend Arjun Kapoor has gone viral 

On Valentine’s Day Malaika Arora took to her Insta page to share a cute pic with her boyfriend, Arjun Kapoor. She put a simple caption saying, “Mine❤️”. The picture has been winning hearts. Arjun Kapoor also shared an image with Malaika but with the caption taken from Bill Wither’s song, “Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone/It’s not warm when she’s away/Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone/And she’s always gone too long/Any time she goes away.” The couple made their relationship official in 2019 and have never shied away from the camera since then. Their pic together has won a lot of compliments from fans and family!

Two year old girl dies on birthday after falling into vessel of hot sambar

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A two year old girl accidentally fell into a vessel of hot sambar in Kalagara village of Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district. Though she was rushed to a hospital, she succumbed to burns and died.
According to police sources, Tejaswi, daughter of Siva and Bhanumat was playing in front of her house on her birthday. Her parents were busy attending to guests. It was then that Tejaswi went to the kitchen, climbed on a chair and accidentally fell into a vessel containing hot sambar.


She was rushed to a nearby hospital in Tiruvuru and later shifted to Vijayawada on the advice of doctors. However, the child succumbed to her burn injuries and died. Police are investigating the case and have registered a case of accidental death.

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