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Hema Malini Writes to Lok Sabha Speaker About “Cultural Fascism” in West Bengal

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New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Actor-politician Hema Malini on Wednesday stated that she has written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla raising concerns over what she described as “cultural fascism” in West Bengal, asserting that the situation poses both a “security risk” and has a “negative impact” on livelihoods.In a post on X, the BJP MP from Mathura said, “I have written a letter to the Honourable Speaker, highlighting a cultural fascism in West Bengal and how it is adversely affecting several people …

Indian Idol to Honor Mithun Chakraborty’s 75 Years of Disco King Journey

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Mumbai Jan 13 (IANS) The reality show Indian Idol is all set to celebrate the legendary journey of Mithun Chakraborty with a special themed episode, “75 Years of Disco King.” It was here when the veteran actor spoke of how music played a powerful role in his life and that it also brings back memories of his initial struggles and passion. Marking his return to the iconic stage, Mithun shared, “Indian Idol has always been a platform where raw talent meets dreams. Music has played a powerful …

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri Contemplates Existence and God’s Limitations

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Mumbai, Dec 22 (IANS) Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri turned philosophical as he reflected on the human quest for the divine. Speaking about the limitations of certainty in debates on God, he pondered how both faith and reason often fall short of capturing the infinite. In his latest post on Instagram, the filmmaker urged everyone to rethink the questions they ask about existence. Vivek posted a picture which has text, “Does God Exist? A third argument.” In the caption, Vivek Agnihotri wrote, “E…