Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2: Amal Neerad’s film witnesses a dip

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Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2: The psychological thriller, which stars Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi in lead roles and Fahadh Faasil in a cameo appearance, made a sensational opening at the box office. The Amal Neerad directorial crossed the Rs. 6 crore mark with its worldwide box office collection on Day 1. However, recent updates suggest that Bougainvillea witnessed a dip in its collection on its Day 2 at the theatres.Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2Jyothirmayi and Kunchacko Boban in BougainvilleaIf the recent updates are to be believed, Bougainvillea witnessed a dip in its box office collections on Day 2. The mixed reviews have clearly made an impact on the performance of Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi’s film. Even though there is a dip in the collections on Day 2, trade experts suggest that the movie still succeeded in collecting over Rs 3 crore at the box office. For the uninitiated, Bougainvillea made over Rs 6.88 crore from the worldwide box office, on Day 1.
Kunchacko Boban, Jyothirmayi, Fahadh Faasil in BougainvilleaIn that case, the total box office collection of the film has already surpassed the Rs. 10 crore mark at the worldwide box office. It is indeed an excellent collection for the Amal Neerad directorial, which is not headlined by a superstar. Even though Fahadh Faasil makes an appearance in the film, the actor is reportedly limited to an under-developed cameo. However, the box office collections of Bougainvillea are expected to improve during the weekends.
If things proceed at the same rate, Amal Neerad’s psychological thriller might cross the Rs. 20 crore mark at the worldwide box office, by the time it completes first weekend (4 days) of its release. However, Bougainvillea might witness a massive dip in collections on its first Monday (Day 5) in the theatres, as the movie has been receiving mixed reactions from the common audiences. In that case, it is also safe to assume that the multi-starrer, which stars Sharaf U Dheen, Srindaa, and Veena Nandakumar in key roles, might end up as an average grosser.

Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2: Amal Neerad’s film witnesses a dip

Arts & Culture, Film & TV

Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2: The psychological thriller, which stars Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi in lead roles and Fahadh Faasil in a cameo appearance, made a sensational opening at the box office. The Amal Neerad directorial crossed the Rs. 6 crore mark with its worldwide box office collection on Day 1. However, recent updates suggest that Bougainvillea witnessed a dip in its collection on its Day 2 at the theatres.Bougainvillea Box Office Collection Day 2Jyothirmayi and Kunchacko Boban in BougainvilleaIf the recent updates are to be believed, Bougainvillea witnessed a dip in its box office collections on Day 2. The mixed reviews have clearly made an impact on the performance of Kunchacko Boban and Jyothirmayi’s film. Even though there is a dip in the collections on Day 2, trade experts suggest that the movie still succeeded in collecting over Rs 3 crore at the box office. For the uninitiated, Bougainvillea made over Rs 6.88 crore from the worldwide box office, on Day 1.
Kunchacko Boban, Jyothirmayi, Fahadh Faasil in BougainvilleaIn that case, the total box office collection of the film has already surpassed the Rs. 10 crore mark at the worldwide box office. It is indeed an excellent collection for the Amal Neerad directorial, which is not headlined by a superstar. Even though Fahadh Faasil makes an appearance in the film, the actor is reportedly limited to an under-developed cameo. However, the box office collections of Bougainvillea are expected to improve during the weekends.
If things proceed at the same rate, Amal Neerad’s psychological thriller might cross the Rs. 20 crore mark at the worldwide box office, by the time it completes first weekend (4 days) of its release. However, Bougainvillea might witness a massive dip in collections on its first Monday (Day 5) in the theatres, as the movie has been receiving mixed reactions from the common audiences. In that case, it is also safe to assume that the multi-starrer, which stars Sharaf U Dheen, Srindaa, and Veena Nandakumar in key roles, might end up as an average grosser.

Win a Cats of the World book and Canon R50!

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US residents! This is your lucky day, one lucky person could win the ultimate gift bundle, complete with a copy of CATS OF THE WORLD by Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila and the Canon EOS R50 Content Creator Kit. Plus, five more runners-up winners will each receive a copy of the book and a beautiful photo print from Andrew’s collection. Full details are below…

Canon, Hannah Shaw (@thekittenlady) and Andrew Marttila (@thecatphotographer), brings you a stunning project that captures the lives of cats on a global scale. Cats of The World (available now) looks into the cat culture in over 30 countries. Through 750 original photos, the duo, armed with Canon’s EOS R5 and Canon lenses like the RF 15-35mm f/2.8, RF 28-70mm f/2, RF 70-200mm f/2.8, and the EF 35mm f/1.4, photographed the essence of cats from Argentina, Thailand, France, Kenya, Nepal, and everywhere in between. The project brings readers a closer look at the heartwarming and eye-opening stories from feline advocates and cat lovers near and far.

To inspire others to capture the beauty around them, Canon and the Cats of the World creators are giving away a Canon EOS R50 Content Creator Kit, along with a copy of the book! More information on the giveaway can be found here.

From Penguin Random House:

Cats of the World by Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila

Hannah Shaw and Andrew Marttila are a serious power-couple in the world of animal welfare and all things cats and kittens. Shaw, aka Kitten Lady, has over 4 million followers across social media platforms, is the author of several books including the New York Times bestselling Tiny But Mighty, and is the founder of the nonprofit, Orphan Kitten Club, which is dedicated to saving the lives of neonatal kittens. Andrew Marttila has an equally impressive resume and an enormous following as a cat photographer who has shot millions of photos of cats for projects ranging from the cover of NationalGeographic to material for his own photography books.

Over the past couple of years (before and after their truly one-of-a-kind wedding, which the NYT featured in 2023), Shaw and Marttila set out on thetrip and project of their dreams, traveling the world exploring the lives of cats, feline welfare and cat culture on a global scale. Over a five-period, thepair visited 30 countries and even more individual communities, an eye-opening and rewarding journey they share with readers in their beautiful new coffee table-style book, CATS OF THE WORLD (Plume; October 29, 2024).

CATS OF THE WORLD boasts over 750 original photos (all taken by Marttila) of cats in Argentina, Thailand, France, Kenya, Nepal, and everywhere in between. Shaw and Marttila bring readers along for the ride as they share heartwarming and eye-opening stories from feline advocates and cat lovers in all walks of life, exploring topics like feline wellness (veterinary care, efforts to sterilize community cats, etc.); endearing cultural traditions and dangerous superstitions/legends; the pros and cons of cat-driven tourism; and more.

In her signature charming and informative writing style, Shaw describes finding cats slinking between aromatic bags of spices in the markets of Santiago and visiting cat rescues located everywhere from ancient Roman ruins to places of worship. She opens up about the many waysthe US can learn from shelter practices in places like Spain and England and sympathizes with the rigid laws preventing feline care for strays in places like Dubai.

Shaw and Marttila’s work has garnered attention from NPR’s Fresh Air, CBS, New York Magazine, Fast Company, People, Animal Planet, and dozens of other outlets, and through their advocacy with Orphan Kitten Club (and individual fostering), they have rescued thousands of neonatal kittens and are working steadily to find lasting solutions to the most pressing issues facing animals in the United States. Both a beautiful coffee table book and an informative, unique lens into cultures all over the globe, CATS OF THE WORLD is a must-have for cat lovers, travel enthusiasts, and photography fans.

Competition details – be in it to win it!

Main prize: Gift bundle including a copy of CATS OF THE WORLD and the Canon R50 Content Creator Bundle

Runner’s up: Copy of CATS OF THE WORLD, plus a signed print

Enter the competition here, closes 1st November

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Dune: Messiah likely to begin filming in 2026, Denis Villeneuve hints

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While the world is busy obsessing over the latest superhero films like Deadpool & Wolverine, Joker: Folie à Deux, and whatever is brewing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DCU, another franchise is creating a storm: Dune. Launched in 2021, Dune, featuring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya in the leading roles, has quickly become one of the most lucrative franchises, captivating audiences with two films titled Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two. With the success of these first two movies, the buzz surrounding the third installment, titled Dune: Messiah, has been intense. However, there have been no concrete updates since Denis Villeneuve announced he was taking a break from the franchise. Denis Villeneuve Reveals Dune: Messiah DetailsFor those unfamiliar, Dune: Messiah will continue the story of the Dune franchise. Paul Atreides became the chosen one at the end of Dune: Part Two, and we witnessed his descent into arrogance and ignorance as power took over. Messiah will explore the story further, with Anya Taylor-Joy now joining the franchise in a much bigger role than her cameo in Part Two. Denis Villeneuve has recently spoken about the plot for the movie and when we can expect him to start working on it. Read on to learn everything you need to know.In a conversation with Deadline, director Denis Villeneuve explained how he views the two released movies as one entity, stating that it is one story told in two parts, which is now complete. When discussing his decision to return for the third chapter, he said, “Like Herbert did with Dune: Messiah, I think it’ll be a great idea to do something completely different. The story takes place about 12 years after we left the characters at the end of Part Two. Their journey and story are different this time, and that’s why I always say that while it’s the same world, it’s a new film with new circumstances.”Dune Messiah UpdateRegarding when he plans to return to the world of Dune to shoot Dune: Messiah, he mentioned that he intends to get behind the camera sooner than we might expect, as he is currently in the writing phase. He also noted that these films take a lot of time to create, so it’s not ideal to publicly announce when filming will commence.”Let’s say,” Villeneuve added, “that I thought after Part Two I would take a break, go back into the woods, and stay there for a while to recover. But the woods weren’t really suiting me, and I would go back behind the camera faster than I think. But that’s all I can say.” Considering everything, it is safe to say that filming will likely begin in 2026.In further comments, director Denis Villeneuve confirmed that Timothée Chalamet as Atreides, Zendaya as Chani, Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, and Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia Atreides will return for the third film. “They have to return. They are part of the main cast when it happens. And more worms. What can I say?” he teased.Dune Messiah UpdateStay tuned to OTTplay for more information on this and everything else from the world of streaming and films.

Dune: Messiah likely to begin filming in 2026, Denis Villeneuve hints

Arts & Culture, Film & TV

While the world is busy obsessing over the latest superhero films like Deadpool & Wolverine, Joker: Folie à Deux, and whatever is brewing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DCU, another franchise is creating a storm: Dune. Launched in 2021, Dune, featuring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya in the leading roles, has quickly become one of the most lucrative franchises, captivating audiences with two films titled Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two. With the success of these first two movies, the buzz surrounding the third installment, titled Dune: Messiah, has been intense. However, there have been no concrete updates since Denis Villeneuve announced he was taking a break from the franchise. Denis Villeneuve Reveals Dune: Messiah DetailsFor those unfamiliar, Dune: Messiah will continue the story of the Dune franchise. Paul Atreides became the chosen one at the end of Dune: Part Two, and we witnessed his descent into arrogance and ignorance as power took over. Messiah will explore the story further, with Anya Taylor-Joy now joining the franchise in a much bigger role than her cameo in Part Two. Denis Villeneuve has recently spoken about the plot for the movie and when we can expect him to start working on it. Read on to learn everything you need to know.In a conversation with Deadline, director Denis Villeneuve explained how he views the two released movies as one entity, stating that it is one story told in two parts, which is now complete. When discussing his decision to return for the third chapter, he said, “Like Herbert did with Dune: Messiah, I think it’ll be a great idea to do something completely different. The story takes place about 12 years after we left the characters at the end of Part Two. Their journey and story are different this time, and that’s why I always say that while it’s the same world, it’s a new film with new circumstances.”Dune Messiah UpdateRegarding when he plans to return to the world of Dune to shoot Dune: Messiah, he mentioned that he intends to get behind the camera sooner than we might expect, as he is currently in the writing phase. He also noted that these films take a lot of time to create, so it’s not ideal to publicly announce when filming will commence.”Let’s say,” Villeneuve added, “that I thought after Part Two I would take a break, go back into the woods, and stay there for a while to recover. But the woods weren’t really suiting me, and I would go back behind the camera faster than I think. But that’s all I can say.” Considering everything, it is safe to say that filming will likely begin in 2026.In further comments, director Denis Villeneuve confirmed that Timothée Chalamet as Atreides, Zendaya as Chani, Florence Pugh as Princess Irulan, and Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia Atreides will return for the third film. “They have to return. They are part of the main cast when it happens. And more worms. What can I say?” he teased.Dune Messiah UpdateStay tuned to OTTplay for more information on this and everything else from the world of streaming and films.

Surging logistics costs escalate business expenses in Bangladesh

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The cost of conducting business in Bangladesh is rising dramatically due to rising logistics expenses, which is discouraging both domestic and foreign businesses. In order to improve financial planning, stakeholders are requesting that the government lay out predictable spending for each sector.
According to company executives, investors find it challenging to make precise cost estimates due to the unpredictability of logistical costs. They are demanding that the National Logistics Policy 2024 be implemented effectively, which includes creating a specific authority to locate and remove operational bottlenecks.
Bangladesh is ranked 88th out of 139 nations in the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index 2023, underscoring the ongoing difficulties in this crucial industry. Among these difficulties, issues pertaining to customs are noted as a major barrier to effective logistics operations.
According to experts, mapping logistics expenses by sector may assist reduce inefficiencies and corruption in service delivery. Bangladesh’s high logistics costs, which currently account for between 24 and 40 percent of sales, stand in sharp contrast to those of its neighbours, where logistics costs are less than 10 percent. According to a 2019 World Bank study, logistical expenses in Bangladesh vary widely, accounting for 4.5% of leather footwear sales. Interestingly, a significant amount of these expenditures are related to moving inventory, with road transport accounting for the majority of logistical activities.
With the RMG industry a key part of Bangladesh’s economy, controlling costs in logistics will ultimately lead to controlling costing issues with RMG companies whose products are often exported. With logistics costs under control, RMG companies will be better able to maintain quality standards for global customers.
With average wait periods of 4 days for export containers and 11 days for imports, the situation at Chittagong Port makes matters worse. Lowering these wait times may result in considerable savings on logistics expenses.
Simplifying logistics operations and implementing the National Logistics Policy 2024 successfully are crucial for drawing in foreign investment, increasing exports, and fostering the nation’s sustained economic growth, according to business leaders and policymakers.

Huddersfield Town v Bristol Rovers: ‘Unfinished business’ in England for Bojan Radulovic and his debt to Brighton legend

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THERE are few players who are more worthy of an overdue slice of good fortune on the EFL circuit than Huddersfield Town striker Bojan Radulovic.Michael Duff’s assertion that the former Serbian Under-19 international has had a ‘difficult year’ is putting it mildly.The fact that Radulovic was plunged head first into a relegation fight when he joined at the start of January from Finnish outfit HJK Helsinki – having signed while he was partway through a winter break in Scandinavia – suggested that things might not be straightforward with the benefit of hindsight.It seldom is when you arrive at a team down among the dead men in mid-season.Huddersfield Town striker Bojan Radulovic challenges Barnsley rival Matthew Craig in the recent League One Yorkshire derby at the John Smith’s Stadium. Picture: Bruce Rollinson.In his first home start in early February, he got a crack in the face which left him decidedly groggy and he had to be substituted, while fitness and form issues exacerbated the Spanish-born forward’s early difficulties.When the season ended and Town contemplated life in the third tier, there was talk that the club might cut their losses and elect to move on Radulovic.His plight did not end there either. A groin injury suffered in pre-season left him behind the eight-ball in his quest to prove himself to Duff. To top things off, he was also having difficulty in settling in Huddersfield.Many in Radulovic’s shoes would have pushed for a return to the continent – and the fact that he has got his head down instead is all power to him. Now, he needs a goal or two. If he does that shortly, then an uplifting story might just start to germinate. Everyone loves a good comeback story.Radulovic said: “It was unfinished business for me and when I got the chance to come here, I wanted to prove myself in my second time here (in England).“It wasn’t easy in every aspect of my life when I came in. I didn’t have much to do and it was a bit boring to be honest (where he resided).“I have been living alone and with my girlfriend (sometimes). Sometimes, different friends came up here. My family are still in Spain. My mum would like to come here, but she’s afraid of flying, so she’s fighting with herself a bit.“This season has been different. Ok, I got the injury, but now I am back on the pitch and strong and ready and I’ve moved to a different city. It’s much better. It’s not about in the first setback that you just want to give up. There was no chance to do that and it was ‘ok, I’m here, let’s do our best and get it to work.’”The importance of life away from the pitch and a player being settled is something that is not lost upon Duff either. A more settled player surely makes for a more successful one, after all. Or certainly increases the chances of that transpiring.Duff continued: “It’s silly little things. He was renting virtually an Airbnb from week to week as he didn’t know what’s going on (in the close season).“The fact that the window has now closed and he’s now renting a place, (means) he’s settled. Now, he’s fit and every day, he is starting to look sharper and sharper and hopefully the player that the club signed.“In the summer, I don’t know whether there was a bit of noise where he thought he was leaving or didn’t think he was leaving or whatever, but he missed a massive chunk of pre-season. We’re starting to get him fit and he gets injured again after scoring a hat-trick for the B team and then the window closes. But the beauty of that is ‘right, we need to work together’.”The ‘unfinished business’ that Radulovic mentioned refers to his previous time in England at Brighton, who saw off competition from Spurs in early 2018 to sign the forward – recommended by then Belgium boss Roberto Martinez – from Spanish outfit Lleida.Radulovic found it hard to settle and spent two loan spells back in Spain before joining Swedish outfit AIK.As tough as it was, Radulovic remembers being appreciative of the support of one Albion legend in his time in Sussex, who is likely to be rooting for him in the blue and white of Huddersfield in his second chance in England.Radulovic said: “When I went to Brighton as a young kid, I’d never been abroad. In that moment, it was really tough for me, not knowing zero English.“I was completely lost and Bruno Salter was the one who was helping me a lot. He’s from Spain as well and played in Lleida, my city as well.“He’s a legend there and for me it was ‘wow, Bruno was helping me’. It was like a dream because I never imagined him helping me.”

How Women Leaders Are Changing The Ways Of Running A Business

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In this new era of girl bosses and women in leadership positions, the traditional businesses as we know it, are up for a major overhaul. Driven with high emotional quotient, women entrepreneurs are redefining archaic practices, dissolving rigid hierarchies to open floodgates of innovation, collaboration and of course, growth!
AdvertismentThe 2021 report by EdelGive Foundation certainly supports the same. While looking at women-run businesses in different countries, the report highlighted that entrepreneurial ventures with women at their helm in India are expected to witness a 90% growth in the coming 5 years when compared to the US and the UK.
In fact, before this, a 2018 report by Global Leadership Forecast had indicated 1.4X the most sustained and profitable growth for businesses where women comprise 30% of the leadership. 
Thus, women in leadership are directly contributing to the bottom line and financial growth of organisations. This invokes a curious thought! What is it about women in leadership that enables them to achieve better, more significant results. What is the special edge and unique competencies that women leaders bring to the organisations that create better outcomes? Let’s take a deep dive into the same and demystify ways in which women leaders are revolutionising the idea of running a business! 
Leading with empathy! 
Women in leadership positions have been able to successfully blend empathy with strategic decision-making. They recognise that success is not merely numbers or profit margins, but instead, successful businesses are built by people and relationships. And so, we have businesses prioritising mental health, creating a more supportive and inclusive environment, having open-door policies and flat hierarchies, where each employee feels seen, their unique perspectives & voices heard. How does that convert to the bottom line? With new and unique ideas and problem-solving approaches! Marketing campaigns that truly speak to the masses without offending any section of the society or inviting backlash or boycotts! Unique solutions that are better in touch with the ground reality and solves real-world problems.The same empathy gets extended to customer relations as well. Instead of viewing customers are mere transactions, they become long-time partners in the growth of the business. This shift ensures not only long-term loyalty but also the evolution of business, with new and innovative solutions to continue to solve real-world problems faced by its customers. 
Redefining Work-Life Balance 
AdvertismentHaving known first-hand the struggles of meeting all the demands put on them, women in leadership positions are redefining the entire notion of hustle culture and severe burnouts that have otherwise become an integral part of traditional businesses. We, the women in business, are proudly pushing for more holistic approach to leadership, one that values mental health, personal fulfilment, and sustainable work practices.And thus, we have businesses embracing flexible work options, more open to remote work options, and a range of policies that support working parents. These new models allow for employees and leaders to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging world. As per several industry studies and reports, when employees feel that their organisations understand and support work-life balance, they are like to be more productive, creative, and loyal to their organisations. 
Collaboration Over Competition 
For decades, the burgeoning business landscape has been viewed with a reductive “zero-sum lens” – where the gains of one company meant less for the other. Women in business leadership has completely overhauled this notion. As it is said, incredible things happen when women support each other! And today, we see an incredible rise in women-led mentoring programs, and industry-wide networking events, giving rise to unprecedented ways in which women are sharing resources, insights, social clout and more, in lifting each other. This gives rise to an ecosystem that is thriving and nurturing. More than just a feel-good factor, such collaborations have opened new markets and fostered and growth and innovation for businesses. 
Thus, women leaders and entrepreneurs are not only redefining the traditional and primitive ways of doing business, they are also inspiring the next generation of leaders and entrepreneurs to think differently! As we continue to break down the glass ceiling and wall, one innovation, one collaboration, one win at a time, the writing on the wall is clear: the future of business is female and it’s shining brighter than ever!
Authored by Yukti Nagpal, Director of Gulshan Group. Views expressed by the author are their own.