Actress Anna Samson has spilled the beans on what sets the BBC spin-off series Return to Paradise apart from its predecessors ahead of the show’s highly-anticipated launch. The 34-year-old star joined Morning Live on Monday, November 18, via video link to chat about how the Australian version of Return to Paradise, which branches out from…
If morning shows the day, then the trailer launch of Pushpa 2: The Rule in Patna is a clear precursor for the spectacular success that awaits the film when it releases on December 5.Shatrughan Sinha on Pushpa 2: The Rule trailer released in Patna, “So glad Bihar is finally taken seriously by the Indian film industry”Thousands of people gathered at Patna’s historic Gandhi Maidan to see Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandana hold centre-stage while the audience cheered, clapped and whistled ceaselessly. Each time the two struggled with Hindi, the public cheered.So much so that Allu Arjun, no stranger to hysterical ovation, seemed overwhelmed. “I’ve seen lots of appreciative crowds. But never like this,” Arjun was heard saying.At some point, the crowds did become unruly and had to be restrained. Luckily the police bandobast was impeccable. However, the over-excited section of the audience tried to get on stage, in vain.Later crowds gathered at the hotel where Arjun was stationed for an hour or so. They all wanted pictures with the Telugu superstar. Unfortunately, he couldn’t oblige everyone.This time, the Pushpa team is aiming at a much wider release than the first film in the franchise. It is much bigger than the first film, and we aren’t talking about just the budget. The scale of Pushpa 2 is not just far ahead of the first film, it is also unlike anything we’ve seen before.The estimated budget of the second film in the Pushpa franchise is Rs. 250-275 crores. And we are not talking about the budget that is being set aside for the pre-release marketing and promotion. No matter what it takes, Allu Arjun wants Pushpa 2: The Rule to be bigger globally than any Indian film. And going by the early responses, there is no stopping Arjun’s dream plans.Pushpa 2: The Rule is not only the most eagerly awaited film of 2024 it is also expected to smash its own box office records. The last Pushpa release in 2021 had a blast. This one is expected to go even further.The film’s Oscar winning sound recordist Resul Pookutty said, “In the earlier film, we were testing the ground. This time we’ve gone all-out to give the audience what I’d call the complete full-on Pushpa experience. If you thought Allu Arjun was a sensation in the first Pushpa film, wait till you see what he has done this time.”Resul calls it a paisa-vasool experience. “Mark my words, it will be bigger than anything in recent times. The experience is beyond anything audiences expect,” he said.As for Patna being chosen as the handpicked venue for the trailer release of Pushpa 2: The Rule, apparently the Pushpa team wanted to unleash the full fury of the trailer in a city that most aptly represents the mass audience.Bihari Babu Shatrughan Sinha couldn’t be happier. “I am so glad Bihar is finally being taken seriously by the Indian film industry,” he said. “The fact that a film as massive as Pushpa went to Patna to release its trailer is a matter of pride for us. Bihar gave the super-duper star Allu Arjun a massive welcome. In Bihar we know how to honour our guests. Especially someone like Allu Arjun who has re-written the rules of the Indian box office.”Also Read: “Namaste, Bihar!” Allu Arjun speaks Hindi and bows down for fans at Pushpa 2: The Rule trailer launch in Patna.also-read{border-radius:10px;background:#f2f2f2;padding:10px 15px 0}.also-read .bx-wrapper{max-width:100% !important}.also-read h2{font-size:20px;margin-bottom:5px}.also-read ul{display:flex;-ms-flex-wrap:wrap;flex-wrap:wrap;position:relative;box-sizing:border-box}.also-read li{position:relative;flex:0 0 33.333333%;max-width:33.333333%;padding:0 5px}.also-read .imgsnb .imaginary img{border-radius:8px}.also-read h5{margin-top:10px}.also-read h5 a{color:#000 !important;font-weight:400;line-height:15px}#also-read .bx-controls-direction{display:none}@media only screen and (max-width:400px){.also-read li{width:31.10% !important}}.addformobile{display:none}@media only screen and (max-width:767px){.addformobile{display:block}} More Pages: Pushpa 2 – The Rule Box Office CollectionTags : Allu Arjun, Bihar, Features, Patna, Pushpa 2, Pushpa 2 – The Rule, Pushpa 2: The Rule Trailer, Pushpa 2: The Rule Trailer launch, Rashmika Mandanna, Shatrughan Sinha, South, South Cinema, Trailer LaunchBOLLYWOOD NEWS – LIVE UPDATESCatch us for latest Bollywood News, New Bollywood Movies update, Box office collection, New Movies Release , Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & Upcoming Movies 2024 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on Bollywood Hungama.
Shabana Azmi is in and out of cities these days. Her 50-year journey as an actor continues to be celebrated all over the world. Now, it is at the Nantes Film Festival in France. Sighs the formidable actress, “Nowadays, I am living in suitcases. Itni travelling toh maine pehle kabhi nahin kee hai.”
Shabana Azmi before taking off to be honoured at the Nantes Film Festival, “Nowadays I am living out of suitcases”
Her work has consistently found favour in France where retrospectives of her films have featured at George Pompidou Centre, Cinematheque, and earlier at Nantes festival of three continents where Godmother was the opening night film in 1997.
In 1989 at the Biennale of Human Rights in France, she was chosen as one amongst sixteen women including Mother Teresa, Rigoberta Menchu, Albertina Sisulu, who were honoured by President Mitterand for her human rights work for slum dwellers and women’s rights activist and for using cinema as a medium of social change.
At the prestigious Nantes Film Festival, a major cultural event, Shabana will be honoured with a retrospective of her films that include Ankur, Mandi, Arth and Masoom celebrating her glorious 50-year career in Hindi Cinema.
Speaking to this writer just before she flew off to France, Shabana said, “I have become increasingly embarrassed by this torrent of praise. To hear people praise you so much is very flattering but also sobering. There is so much more I want to do, so many roles and so many other activities that remain unattended. At the same time, I am very very grateful for all the attention. I feel I’ve just begun.”
So here is to another 50 years of Shabana Azmi.
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A business credit card is convenient for small businesses to finance their venture. This card is specifically designed for businesses, suiting its various needs and requirements. When compared to a personal credit card, a business credit card helps to separate your personal and business expenses. Moreover, some business credit cards offer added rewards too.Why are rewards essential for small businesses?Business cards offer rewards to promote their usage for your venture. The rewards can include discounts, offers, cashback, fuel waivers, etc. These rewards act as an incentive to your business expenses and to get the potential from every transaction.Check out these five credit card options offering the best reward programs.HDFC Business Moneyback credit cardThe HDFC Business Moneyback credit card is designed to offer its users rewards and cashback offers. This card provides extra reward points for online expenses.2. Citi Corporate credit cardCitibank Corporate credit card caters to businesses by providing exclusive benefits and rewards for business expenses. It aims to manage expenses of businesses and its employees.3. ICICI Bank Business Advantage Black credit cardThis business credit card by ICICI Bank provides cashback on business expenses such as renting cars, travel and professional services.The Yes Prosperity Business credit card is designed for businesses to manage their finances and expenses. This also provides accelerated rewards.The Axis Bank My business credit card is designed to manage day to day expenses of businesses.In conclusion, rewards programs act as an incentive for small businesses to use their credit cards often. These rewards may help you get the maximum potential out of every purchase you make. However, along with the rewards, keep in mind various fees, interest rates, the process to redeem reward points and related information to use your business credit card strategically.Disclaimer: Credit card features keep changing with time. The specific offerings mentioned here, although valid at the time of writing this article, may not be active anymore. Readers are advised to check the relevant bank’s website for the latest updates.
It was a film festival with differences that underlined various intriguing contents covering the loneliness in older people, human affection, youth aspiration, environmental protection, and the buoyant flavour of patriotism. A unique visual feast of film buffs came alive with the 8th Chalachitram National Film Festival—2024, held at the prehistoric city of Guwahati in the far eastern part of India. Organised by Chalachitram, a film society under the mentorship of Bharatiya Chitra Sadhna and Vishwa Samvad Kendra Assam, keeping an eye on fostering nationalism through film works and paying homage to thousands of years of Indian civilization, culture, and heritage, the two-day festival showcased 50 documentary and short feature films in both the competition and only screening categories. The curtain came down for the annual film fest on 27 October at the Jyoti Chitraban premises after honouring Jaswandha as the best movie in the rest of India category and A Sylvan Saga in the northeastern club.
Directed by Shoneel Yallattikar and produced by Noopur Lidbide, Nishad Kulkarni and Shoneel, Jaswandha revolves around the story of an aged couple living in an urbanised location with melancholy but hoping for some refreshing experience with the arrival of the monsoon. Brilliantly cast by veteran actors Neena Kulkarni and Mohan Joshi, the short feature impressed both the audience and jury members. On the other hand, A Sylvan Saga narrates the struggling tale of a baby single-horn rhinoceros, which was rescued from a tea garden near Kaziranga National Park and raised for translocation to Manas National Park for her future productive life. Produced and directed by Jyoti Prasad Das, the docu-feature inherently narrates the success story for the protection of rhinos and other wildlife in Assam. An artist and filmmaker by profession, JP Das also received the best director’s award.
The best screenplay award went to Abhijit Nayak for Wrong Number, which is directed by Bijit Borgohain. The discerning short film narrates the story of a widower who was tempted to explore an unknown child telephone caller but ended up returning to his solitary life again with a new realisation. The best cinematography awards jointly went to Angsuman Barua and Pradip Ch Sarma for Aadi Shakti Maa Kamakhya (directed by PC Sarma; the documentary throws light on the history and legends of Shaktipeeth Kamakhya atop Nilachal hills overlooking the majestic Brahmaputra river) and Chida Bora and Sarpil Nandan Deka for Teens Of 1942 (directed by Samiran Deka; the documentary reveres the supreme sacrifice of known and unknown martyrs of India’s freedom movement against the British colonial rule).
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(Credits: Far Out / Alamy) Mon 18 November 2024 9:00, UK Every story must have three acts – the set-up, the confrontation and the resolution – and every actor has their own anecdote. For Willem Dafoe, it’s nearly impossible to pin down his definitive three acts, given his career spanning nearly five decades and upwards of 113 films. From being expelled from high school for making what the school deemed a ‘pornographic’ short film to multiple Academy Award nominations and various blockbusters, Dafoe has always emphasised the importance of starring in both arthouse films and mainstream cinema. Over his varied career, he’s made friends and collaborated with directors such as Oliver Stone, Wes Anderson, and Lars von Trier. Given his sinister grin and unique looks, he has spent much of this career avoiding being typecast as the villain. Most recently, he has developed a cult following due to his work on mostly independent films in the past decade. With what is sure to be another career-defining role coming up in the form of Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu remake, let’s do the impossible task of pinning down the three acts of Willem Dafoe’s career. Three films that define Willem Dafoe: The Last Temptation of Christ (Martin Scorsese, 1988)After early years of being typecast as the villain, Dafoe gained an Academy Award nomination for his portrayal of sympathetic Sergeant Elias Grodin in Oliver Stone’s Vietnam flick Platoon. But while this was a major break for Dafoe, his defining film of the 1980s is undoubtedly his portrayal of Jesus in Martin Scorsese’s The Last Temptation of Christ. A passion project that had long been in the works for the director, it was initially cast with a different actor in the lead role, but thankfully, due to being dropped by Paramount, Dafoe was cast in the end. Dafoe’s portrayal of the Messiah in The Last Temptation of Christ earned him widespread acclaim for his emotionally charged performance. The film boasted a unique cast and was well-received critically, but it was the immense controversy surrounding its release that cemented it as a pivotal moment in Dafoe’s career. Its unorthodox take on religious themes—particularly the inclusion of a romantic scene between Christ and Mary Magdalene—sparked boycotts, protests, and even an arson attack on a Paris cinema. This controversy not only solidified Dafoe’s reputation as a gifted actor but also set him on a path of embracing challenging and unconventional roles throughout his career.[embedded content]Spider-Man (Sam Raimi, 2002)Though not one of his most critically acclaimed roles, Dafoe’s portrayal of the supervillain the Green Goblin in Spider-Man would define the actor for an entire generation. Never able to fully shirk typecasting as a villain, Dafoe fully gives himself over to villainy as Norman Osman. He insisted on wearing the uncomfortable costume himself as he felt that a stunt double would not get the movement right. But given the fact the mask prohibited emotion, Dafoe had to emote and terrify with his voice. I’m sure some Gen Z fans will still have The Green Goblin’s growling whispers and maniacal laugh imprinted on their brains. Dafoe’s eye-narrowing, lip-curling grin in the mirror also served as the perfect contrast to Toby Maguire’s youthful, fresh-faced Peter Parker. It may not have gained Dafoe any huge nominations or awards, but the popularity of the adaptation and the eerie, pompous quality Dafoe brings to the Green Goblin cemented him as one of the most iconic supervillains in live-action superhero history. The role also cemented him as a regular blockbuster actor in the 2000s, landing right in the middle of a slew of mainstream hits.[embedded content]The Lighthouse (Robert Eggers, 2019)The 2010s saw Dafoe become defined as an arthouse actor with a devoted cult following. Beloved for often playing quirky characters, he was nominated a further two times during the decade. Once as ‘Best Supporting Actor’ for his role as empathetic motel manager Bobby in The Florida Project; once for ‘Best Actor’ in the Vincent Van Gogh biopic At Eternity’s Gate. But his defining arthouse film of the period has to be a disgruntled and unstable lighthouse keeper in Robert Eggers’ The Lighthouse. While his co-star Robert Pattinson was lauded for his performance, Dafoe was viewed by many critics as stealing the show with his Shakespearean, almost god-like performance. His voice, comedic timing, and physical presence culminated in a showstopping performance that solidified him as a powerhouse. Once again, his gruff, older presence was the ideal juxtaposition to Robert Pattinson’s youthful, elegant features, with the two becoming almost past and future versions of the same person. Since then, he has continued to work with Eggers and Wes Anderson and, unsurprisingly, developed a professional relationship with the Greek Weird Wave director Yorgos Lanthimos. He even garnered a fourth Academy Award in 2024 for his role in Poor Things. So while The Last Temptation of Christ, Spider-Man, and The Lighthouse were three career-defining moments, Dafoe clearly still has a few acts up his sleeve.[embedded content]Related TopicsSubscribe To The Far Out Newsletter
Scientists at Aberdeen University’s Rowett Institute say bringing back ancient crops to Scottish fields may have huge health and environmental benefits – and make our butteries even tastier.
Traditional varieties of barley, buckwheat and cabbage have been found to have greater nutritional value than their modern relatives and require far less help to grow.
Rowett Institute scientists are exploring new ways to get old plants back into the food chain.
The institute recently teamed up with renowned north-east bakery firm Murdoch Allan to improve the nutritional quality of rolls, oatcakes and butteries with barley, buckwheat and hemp.
Scientists are working with Murdoch Allan to make their baked good more nutritious. Image: Korero
It is hoped the first-of-its kind project will reach people living with or at risk of metabolic disorders such as type two diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
The scientists say it may also contribute to climate and biodiversity targets.
The barley being used is a specialised food type, similar to that grown in Scotland hundreds of years ago.
It is not like the modern barley used in whisky production, which is low in nutrients.
The traditional crops have been shown through human studies to reduce hunger and modulate blood glucose, as well as to lower blood cholesterol.
They are also higher in fibre, beta-glucans and micronutrients.
‘This project will benefit hard-to-reach communities’
Wendy Russell, a professor at the Rowett Institute, said: “The older and wilder relatives of modern crops are starting to gain prominence again due to their nutritional and environmental benefits.
“In Scotland we grow a lot of barley but very little of it is actually eaten. Most goes to brewing and animal feed.
‘Better for the environment’
“We need to look at getting older varieties back into the food chain which are higher in fibre, beta-glucans and micronutrients, which are important for human health.
“Using traditional barley in baked goods would mean less fortification.
“And because it requires fewer pesticides and input to grow and can withstand climate fluctuations, it’s better for the environment.”
Wendy Russell, professor of molecular nutrition at the Rowett Institute.
She added: “We are delighted to be working with Murdoch Allan on this new project, which has the potential to make a big difference.
“They are looking at changing the recipes of some of their most popular items to make them more nutritious, by supplementing wheat for barley, buckwheat and hemp.
“The items will be sold in supermarkets across the country and it is hoped they will positively impact hard-to-reach communities.”
The two-year project is funded by Innovate UK’s Better Food for All programme.
A total of 47 winning projects across the UK will each receive a share of £17.4 million to improve food quality, create functional foods, boost nutrition, develop new proteins, and extend the shelf life of healthy and fresh foods.
Almost 80 million people will hit the roads and airways this Thanksgiving, with traveler numbers surpassing pre-pandemic levels, the AAA predicts.Journeys of 50 miles or more will be made by 79.9 million people in the holiday period — an increase of 1.7 million from last year and 2 million more than in 2019. For the first time, the AAA’s annual prediction includes the Tuesday before and Monday after Thanksgiving to better reflect people’s traveling habits. “Thanksgiving is the busiest holiday for travel, and this year we’re expecting to set new records across the board, from driving to flying and cruising,” Stacey Barber, vice president of AAA Travel said in a statement.The majority of trips, 71.7 million, will be by car, meaning 1.3 million more travelers will be on the road compared to last year. Gas prices are lower than the $3.26 per gallon national average during the holiday last year.Perhaps unsurprisingly, AAA cites data from transport analysts at INRIX, showing that Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon will be the busiest times on the roads — but Thanksgiving day itself is “typically clear.”Bob Pishue, a transportation analyst at INRIX, said drivers should pay close attention to traffic apps and local news alerts.”This is especially important for drivers in metropolitan areas like Boston, New York, LA, Seattle, and Washington, DC, where traffic is expected to be more than double what it typically is on a normal day,” he said. Hertz, the car rental company, said Atlanta, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, Oahu, Orlando, and Phoenix were among the cities showing the highest demand.A record 5.84 million plan to fly, a 9% increase from 2019, with international flight bookings up 23%, the AAA said.And other forms of transportation — including bus, cruise and train — are on the rise too, up 9% on last year and 18% compared to 2019. The most popular domestic location for travelers is Orlando, with three other Florida cities in the top 10 as Americans seek warmer climes.Much of the continental United States is facing rain and snow in the week before Thanksgiving, with more than 25 million people covered by weather warnings and watches.
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The Patuxent Partnership offers this reminder: the 2025 St. Mary’s County Science and Engineering Fair will be held Friday, January 17, 2025.
The event will be held at the University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland SMART Building in California, MD. The award ceremony will be held on the same afternoon.
The science fair is open to St. Mary’s County students and offers an opportunity for them to share their talents in experimental methodologies, engineering design and testing, and other scientific projects.
The fair website contains links to general information, science and engineering categories, and judging information.
Check the website for ways to partner with the fair, including sponsoring awards and scholarships, advertising opportunities, and volunteering as board members, judges, and project mentors.
Email Mark Ragland, fair president, at [email protected] for additional information.
Deadline for advertising materials is Monday, January 6, 2025. Please send advertisement artwork and questions directly to Samantha Nelson at [email protected].
More information and sponsorship forms may be found here.
About The Patuxent Partnership
The Patuxent Partnership is a nonprofit member organization that fosters collaboration between government, industry, and academia to advance education through STEM-based initiatives; to advance technology through speaker programs, forums, and networking; to advance science and technology transfer through the exchange of ideas, information, and data related to technologies; and to increase workforce development through an array of initiatives.
SoMD 2030 is focused on building a STEM pipeline, increasing career opportunities. This collaborative effort is funded by the Naval Air Warfare Center Aviation Division. The Patuxent Partnership is accomplishing the work under an agreement with NAWCAD, working with St. Mary’s College of Maryland, College of Southern Maryland, area public school systems, as well as other schools, industry, and NAWCAD. SoMD 2030 connects talented students with paid apprenticeships and internships.
To learn more about The Patuxent Partnership and its programs, visit its Leader member page.
The Discovery Shoppe volunteer Pam Bodnar, right, had the honor last week of presenting an $8,100 check to Jana Lawton, President of the American Association of University Women. The funds will sponsor several amazing local Chico junior high girls for the UC Davis Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, or STEM, Summer Camp. The camp inspires young females to consider careers in these fields. Many of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) former campers have had a significant impact in making positive changes in the community and beyond. Pam sponsored the AAUW to receive the grant. The Discovery Shoppe, 315 Flume Street in Chico, is run 100% by volunteers and all proceeds go back into the community. This year they awarded over $135,707.00 to fifteen charities.How to submit a snapshot
Snapshots, reader-submitted photos of community events, are published Monday. They may include service projects, guest speakers at club meetings, awards being presented or kids doing school projects. Just make sure there are people in the photo — no more than 12 — and keep it current.
Send a high-resolution JPG with a paragraph explaining the content of the photo: who (in left-to-right order with last names), what, where, when and why to [email protected]. Non-digital submissions will not be accepted at this time.
We can’t accept photos about businesses, private events or those adorable pet photos.